Va-Hist and Va-Roots Subscribers: We have all noticed in recent weeks and months occasional delays in the distribution of messages to the discussion lists. This will almost certainly continue. I have been informed that the server at the Library of Virginia that receives and sends out the messages for these and our other discussion lists is in need of replacement. In this time of tight budgets, we do not know when it will be possible to replace the server with a new one. Please be patient, but do not hesitate to alert me if you believe that something has gone wrong with your subscription or if you suspect that the server has seen its shadow and gone back to sleep. (Perhaps economists should classify computer equipment with the perishables rather than with the durable goods because they do not last as long as automobiles or refrigerators or typewriters.) Brent Tarter The Library of Virginia [log in to unmask] Please visit the Library of Virginia's Web site at http://www.lva.virginia.gov ______________________________________ To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-hist.html