Dallas Journal

The Dallas Journal

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Call for Papers

The Editorial Board invites submissions to the 2009 issue of the Dallas Journal.

All topics in Dallas County history and genealogy are welcome. In addition to works of genealogical research, the Editorial Board also welcomes review articles. The deadline for all submissions, including articles and book reviews, is April 1, 2009. Specific guidelines for article submissions are posted below.

GUIDELINES FOR ARTICLES

Subject matter: Dallas Journal is a history and genealogy journal for Dallas County and surrounding communities. It publishes articles relating to all facets of the genealogical, social, political and cultural history of this geographic region, including, but is not limited to:

Biographical accounts of former Dallas County residents
Genealogical accounts of families, especially families for which no genealogy now exists. These accounts should be limited to three generations.
Transcripts and abstracts of civil, religious, and business records, not generally accessible elsewhere
Cemetery inscriptions, not available elsewhere
Bible records
Obituaries of Dallas natives or residents, which were published in newspapers outside of Dallas County
Transcripts of family records (letters, journals, diaries, etc. ) pertaining to former Dallas residents

We also consider reviews of books that focus upon Dallas County history or upon genealogical research methods using Dallas County records. “Dallas County” is fairly loosely defined, but could include articles about communities with strong ties to Dallas.

Audience: Dallas Journal is a membership benefit for members of the Dallas Genealogical Society. Our distribution list also includes libraries and genealogical societies within Texas and outside the state. Our readers have a keen interest in genealogy, but the great majority are neither academics nor professional genealogists. Therefore, we seek articles that have a wide appeal and are written in an engaging manner. At the same time, we attempt to uphold the highest standards of scholarship. All submissions should be fully documented and will be sent to outside readers for review.

Length: Transcripts and abstracts of historical records may vary widely in length. However, research articles (biographies, local histories, etc.) about 3,000-5,000 words (12-18 pages, typed, double-spaced), plus endnotes, are ideal. Shorter articles are acceptable, especially if they are illustrated essays, where the emphasis is on visual content rather than text.

Format: Please submit a digital file of the article in MS-Word or “rich text file (rtf)” format for review and editing. Do not create your own formatting and styles; do not use automatic features, such indexing and table of contents. After the article has been accepted and edited, the author will be given a “proof” of the article as it will appear in the Journal for final verification of any internet links and placement of illustrations.

Style: Notes and citations should follow the Chicago Manual of Style (15^thedition; humanities form) or Elizabeth Shown Mills’ Evidence Explained: Citing History Sources from Artifacts to Cyberspace.

Illustrations: Good illustrations enhance any article. Include, in separate files or documents, photocopies or digital images of any visuals you feel might illustrate the article. The editor will make a final selection and arrange to acquire illustrations from the owner. Any illustrations borrowed from the author will be returned after publication.

Miscellaneous: If your article is accepted, you will receive a standard permission letter to sign. During the editing process you will be able to review and comment on editorial changes to your article. Authors will receive five complimentary copies of the issue wherein their article is published; additional copies are usually available at a minimal charge.

Inquiries: You may contact the editor, VP, Dallas Journal one of three ways:

By phone: 1-866-YOU2DGS (866-968-2347)

By mail: Editor, Dallas Journal,

c/o Dallas Genealogical Society,

P. O. Box 12446,

Dallas, Texas 75225-0446

By email (use this link: ) Editor, Dallas Journal.

Last Updated: May 05, 2008

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