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Hi;
 
All I know is that dealers cannot use the ISBN #s (the bar codes) to order
the maps.  So now we have 3 different numbering systems - none of which are
linked or cross-referenced in the USGS computer to the others.  Arrgh.
 
Russell Guy
 
At 03:58 PM 4/7/98 EDT, you wrote:
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>Dear Maps-l Folks
>        Bar codes are located on the bottom right hand corner of new USGS
>topos.  Are these used for an internal inventory system for the USGS, or
>are they a link to a record for the map.  If they are a link, which
>system can read the bar code?  Is there a way to transfer the
>information into our library data base as an aid to catalogers?  Any
>information provided is appreciated.
>
>Thanks
>Marilee Ohnstad
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