SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 1.24
SERIES TITLE: Business Service Checklist
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce
FREQUENCY: Weekly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1946-1978
DESCRIPTION: List of publications, releases,etc. issued by the
Department of Commerce and its various subordinate
agencies. All series except press releases and
similar material are cumulated in the annual
supplements to Department of Commerce Publications,
A Catalog and Index.
USES: Formerly of use to business people and librarians concerned
with recent Commerce publications. Now useful to
archivists and others needing a quick reference aid to past
publications.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Commerce News: Recent Commerce Publications
C.124/2:date
INDEXED IN:
ISSN: 0007-7062
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Superseded in 1979 by biweekly Commerce
News: Recent Commerce Publications.
STUDENT NAMES: Weihong Li
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 1.24/3 vol.nos.&nos.
SERIES TITLE: Commerce Publications Update
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Department of Commerce
FREQUENCY: Biweekly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1980-
DESCRIPTION: Brief listings of titles and costs of latest
publications from all offices of the Department of
Commerce. Also includes a short list of key
business indicators such as Consumer Price Index and
Gross Domestic Product.
USES: Useful to librarians and business people looking for a
current and economical way to keep abreast of Department of
Commerce publications.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Commerce News: Recent Commerce Publications
C 1.24/2:date
INDEXED IN:
ISSN:
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:Subscriptions are available from GPO.
STUDENT NAMES: Weihong Li
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 1.57/3:date SERIES TITLE: National Roster of Minority Consulting Professional Services ORGINATING DEPT./AGENCY: Dept. of Commerce, Office of Minority Business Enterprise (OMBE) FREQUENCY : Irregular YEARS PUBLISHED: 1971- DESCRIPTION: Comprehensive list of names and capabilities of minority professional consulting services. Includes names of services, addresses, telephone numbers, names of contact persons, legal structure of firm, geographic limits of service, areas of expertise, and statements of capabilities. USES: Government agency procurement and program people can use this list to give minority professional consulting firms a share of federeal contracts for service they are reading, willing, and able to provide. RELATED PROGRAMS: Private Programs Assisting Minority Business C 1.56:date INDEXED IN: OMBE, Minority Business Enterprise -- A Bibliography. July 1973 C 1.54:M66. AVAILABLE IN OTHER FORMATS: MICROFORM: No MACHINE READABLE FORMAT: No INTERNET: No OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: STUDENT NAMES: Rong Lu
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 1.57/4:date/nos.
SERIES TITLE: Access
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ Minority Business
Development Agency
FREQUENCY: Monthly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1973-
DESCRIPTION: Provides information on successful minority
enterprises; notices of technical and financial
assistance available to entrepreneurs; information
on new minority enterprise programs; listings of
appropriate new publications; summaries of
legislative action affecting minority enterprise;
and descriptions of federal and local minority
enterprise programs.
USES: Of value to minority business owners and prospective
minority business owners or to anyone interested in
developments in minority businesses.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: National Posters of Minority Professional
Consulting Services.
C 1.57/3
INDEXED IN:
ISSN: 0091-5688
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Supersedes OMBE Outlook- 1970-1972
C 1.57/2.
STUDENT NAMES: Weihong Li
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 1.75:date
SERIES TITLE: Federal Statistical Directory
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Department of Commerce
FREQUENCY: Irregular
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1955-
DESCRIPTION: Lists names, offices, and telephone numbers of
professional, technical, and administrative
personnel in agencies of the executive branch of the
federal government who are associated with
statistical activities. Also lists location of
government office buildings in which these people
work.
USES: Serves as a guide for easier communication with offices
concerned with statistical functions. Extremely helpful
with individual researchers, private institutions, and
government agencies alike because of the decentralization
of authority and responsibility in this field. Helps
maintain an orderly flow of information between agencies
and outside inquirers.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS:
INDEXED IN: GPO Monthly Catalog
ISSN:
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES:
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 1.76
SERIES TITLE: Commerce Business Daily
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Department of Commerce
FREQUENCY: Every business day
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1975-
DESCRIPTION: Listing of U.S. government procurement invitations,
contract awards, subcontracting leads, sales of
surplus property, and foreign business
opportunities. Current information is received daily
from military and civilian procurement offices
USES: Valuable to firms interested in bidding on government
purchases and surplus property, or in seeking subcontract
opportunities from the prime contractors.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS:
INDEXED IN:
ISSN: 0095-3423
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Available on-line on full-text database
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Previously classified as SuDocs # C
57.20
STUDENT NAMES: Weihong Li
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 3.134: year (last three numbers)
SERIES TITLE: Statistical Abstract of the United States
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Department of Commerce/ Bureau of the Census
FREQUENCY: Annual
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1878-
DESCRIPTION: One-volume reference to statistics on the social,
political, and economic organization of the United
States from over 200 public and private sources.
Divided into subject sections, each of which is
preceded by a short summary giving an explanation of
terms used, major sources, and the origin of data in
the section. Charts illustrating the most important
socioeconomic trends supplement the tables. New
tables are incorporated as needed. This series also
features a list of telephone contacts for key
federal statistical agencies. The 1991 edition
contains the 1990 Census results for states, cities,
and metropolitan areas.
USES: Provides a comprehensible and representative selection of
statistics for librarians, business analysts, educators,
students, research workers, and public official.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Supplements to Statistical Abstract of the
United States
C 1.34/2:CT
County and City Data Book
C 3.134/2- C 83/2/
Historical Statistics of the United
States,Colonial Times to 1970.
C.3 134/2H
State and Metropolitan Area Data Book
C 3.134/5
INDEXED IN: American Statistics Index
ISSN: 0081-4741
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Available on microfilm, microfiche, and CD-ROM
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Darlene Jackson, Weihong Li, William Thomas
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 3.134/2 : C 83/2 SERIES TITLE: County and City Data Book ORGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce / Bureau of the Census FREQUENCY: Irregular YEARS PUBLISHED: 1952- DESCRIPTION: Presents a wide range of statistical data on states, counties, cities, and places in the United States. Subjects covered include agriculture, climate, crime, elections, vital statistics, health, housing, income, population, retail and wholesale trade, manufacturing, and service industries. Data for this publication are taken from all of the major Federeal statistical agencues as well as several private groups. USES: Useful for anyone needing to research summary statistical information on U.S. counties, cities, and places, especially if they need to look at a variety of subjects for a single location. Suitable for a wide range of users, from the high school student to the serious researcher. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Statistical Abstract of the United States C 56.243 ISSN: 1059-9096 AVAILABLE IN OTHER FORMATS: MICROFORM: Yes -- microfilm MACHINE READABLE FORMAT: Yes, on CD-ROM INTERNET: Yes, through DIALOG and CompuServe OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: STUDENT NAMES: Nelson Morgan
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 3.134/3 SERIES TITLE: Pocket Data Book ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce / Bureau of the Census FREQUENCY: Biennial YEARS PUBLISHED: 1967- DESCRIPTION: A compact selection of statistics covering the current social, economic, and political life of the U.S. Part 1 consists of charts, graphs, and factual commentary. Part 2 provides condensed statistical tables and additional charts. USES: Useful to any member of the general public interested in a concise source of national statistics. RELATED PUBLICATIONS INDEXED IN: ISSN: AVAILABLE IN OTHER FORMATS: MICROFORM: MACHINE READABLE FORMAT: INTERNET: OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: STUDENT NAMES:
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 3.134/4:nos.
SERIES TITLE: Congressional District Data Book
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ Bureau of the Census
FREQUENCY:
YEARS PUBLISHED:1971-
DESCRIPTION: One series of separate State reports has been issued
for each Congress since 1971. These reports list
population and housing data in addition to recent
election statistics for each Congress. The
exceptions to this rule are the five single district
states: Alaska, Delaware, Nevada, Vermont, and
Wyoming, which are covered in a single report.
Population figures show the number of persons in
each state and in each Congressional district within
the state, broken down into several major categories
which include race, residence, broad age groups;
population per square mile; and percent change in
population.
Housing data consists of total number of housing
units by state and district; number of units lacking
complete plumbing, and the number and value or
monthly rent of owner-and-renter-occupied units and
units with more than one person per room.
Election data shows the vote casts on Congressional
and Presidential elections by the major parties.
Explanatory text and maps of Congressional
districts, counties, and some cities is included.
USES: Useful for researchers desiring information on whether the
actions of a Representative from a particular district are
consistent with the desires and needs of his/her
constituents. Not for casual use.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS:
INDEXED IN:
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AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Barry Stokes
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 3.134/5 SERIES TITLE: State and Metropolitan Area Data Book: A Statistical Abstract Supplement ORGINATING AGENCY/DEPT. : Dept. of Commerece / Bureau of the Census FREQUENCY: Irregular YEARS PUBLISHED: DESCRIPTION: Provides a wide variety of statistical data on larger areas of the individual states and large metropolitan statistical areas. USES: Uses for both academic researched and members of the general public who need statistical data on a specific state or metropolitan area. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: INDEXED IN: American Statistics Index ISSN: 0276-6566 AVAILABLE IN OTHER FORMATS: MICROFORM: Yes MACHINE READABLE FORMAT: INTERNET: Yes, on DIALOG and CompuServe OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: STUDENT NAMES
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION : C 3.158 SERIES TITLE: Current Industrial Reports ORGINATING AGENCY/DEPT. : Dept. of Commerce / Bureau of the Census FREQUENCY: YEARS PUBLISHED: DESCRIPTION: Gives current statistics on commodity production and shipments for approximately 5,000 for more than one-third of all U.S. manufacturing. Includes annual, monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual reports. USES: Highly relevant for those interested in market research, business statistics, or investors looking at a particular aspect of the industry, for general and academic use. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: INDEXED IN: ISSN: 0498-8477 AVAILABLE IN OTHER FORMATS: MICROFORM: Yes MACHINE READABLE FORMAT: INTERNET: Available on DIALOG and CompuServe OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Previously classified as SuDoc # C 56.216 Supersedes Facts for Industry STUDENT NAMES:
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 3.164 : 990 - date
SERIES TITLE: Highlights of U.S. Export and Import Trade
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Washington D.C.: U.S. Department
of Commerce, Bureau of Census: for sale by the Supt. of
Docs.
FREQUENCY: Monthly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1967 -
DESCRIPTION: Give Data on quantity and value of United
States exports(domestic and foreign merchandise imports(general and for consumption).
Statistics for exports are shown by selected schedule A commodity groupings and
principal commodities. Data for exports and imports are
presented by world area, country of destination(exports),
country of origin, U.S. Customs districts and regions, and
method of transportation. Figures are given for the current
month, the previous month, cumulative year to date and
comparison with a year ago.
USES: Intended for big companies in the export and import
business. Also useful for government officials in the
commerce department.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS:
Vessel Entrances and Clearances (C 3,164 : 975 - date),
U.S. Waterborne Exports and General Imports (C 3.164 : 985-
date-nos), monthly.
INDEXED IN: American Statistics Index
ISSN: 0565-0941
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Available in microfilm from GPO with number as 0144-A-16.
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAME: Dongfa Zhou
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 3.186/22- SERIES TITLE: Poverty in the United States ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce FREQUENCY: Annual YEARS PUBLISHED: 1959- DESCRIPTION: Presents social and economic characteristics of the U.S. population living below the poverty level. Poverty status is based on responses to income questions in the Current Population Survey referring to pre-tax income received in the previous calendar year. Poverty thresholds are updated yearly to reflect changes in the Consumer Price Index. Data in these reports consist of cross-classifications of poverty status by such characteristics as age, race, family relationship, educational attainment, work experience, and type of income received. USES: Of value to social workers, researchers, policy makers, and anyone else with an interest in the poverty level. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: INDEXED IN: GPO Monthly Catalog ISSN: AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: STUDENT NAMES: Darlene Jackson
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 3.191/2
SERIES TITLE: City Government Finances
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ Bureau of the Census
FREQUENCY:
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1898-
DESCRIPTION: Provides financial statistics for ctities with
populations of 25,000 and over. Statistics are
presented in the following categories: general
utility and employee-retirement and
expenditures aggregates; general revenue, by
source; expenditure data, by character, object,
and function; utility finance, by type, city,
employee retirement system finances; and debt
outstanding, issued and retired. Includes two-
year comparisons of data as well as charts.
There is an ample introduction which discusses
the various problems encountered in acquiring
this data -- which consists mostly of the
differences existing in the organization of
American cities, as well as the lack of
uniformity in methods of accounting and
business. An index is also included in each
volume.
USES: Useful for any city government or planning personnel
who need a financial/statistical history. Highly technical
and not suited for casual use by the general public.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS:
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AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Barry Stokes
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 3.215/13:C22/94/4
SERIES TITLE: Current Construction Reports: Housing
Completion
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ Bureau of the
Census
FREQUENCY: Monthly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1970-
DESCRIPTION: Gives information on number of housing units
completed per month, ownership
(public/private),type of structure, location
inside and outside of standard metropolitan
statistical areas, and by four broad census
regions.
USES: Useful for private land and housing developers looking
at economic trends, for bankers and lending
institutions, for the government in researching
housing patterns and trends, and possibly for home
purchasers to discover "hot" areas of development.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Characteristics of New Housing
C 3.215/9-3:ltrs.nos.
Current Housing Reports
C 3.215/14:nos.
Construction Reports:
C 3.215/15:
INDEXED IN: American Statistics Index
ISSN: 0363-8804
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Available on microfiche
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Housing completion data have been
collected only since 1968. Housing start data are available
only after 1988. Prior to 1976 classified as SuDocs # C
56.211.
STUDENT NAMES: Jim Dreyfuss
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 3.223/8:year (last 3 numbers)/# of
State/ vol. no
SERIES TITLE: General Social and Economic Characteristics
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ Bureau of the
Census
FREQUENCY: Decennial
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1940-
DESCRIPTION: Presents social and economic characteristics of
the residents of the United States as a whole and broken
down by region, division, and state. Data are
summarized for the urban and rural portions of the
U.S., for standard consolidated statistical areas
(SCSA's), standard metropolitan statistical areas
(SMSA's), urbanized areas, Native American
reservations, and certain other geographic areas of
the U.S. There are individual volumes for each
state.
Data presented covers a broad spectrum of
information collected by the Census of Population,
including age, race, marital status, household
relationship, ancestry, education, labor force,
occupation, industry, income, and poverty. There is
an index to the tables in which the various types of
statistics appear. A table of contents and six
appendices are included, along with detailed tables,
maps, and charts.
USES: Useful to government, business, trade associations,
community organizations, churches, students, farmers,
researchers, and scientists.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS:
INDEXED IN:
ISSN:
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Available in microform
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES:
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 3.238:vol.nos. & nos.
SERIES TITLE: Census and You: Monthly News From the U.S.
Bureau of the Census
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ Economics and
Statistics Administration/ Bureau of the Census
FREQUENCY: Monthly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1988-
DESCRIPTION: Contains information on statistical trends in
population, business, construction and housing,
manufacturing, foreign trade, economics, and
interest rate. Information is also provided
regarding the ordering and use of Bureau of the
Census products.
USES: Could be used by people in a variety of professions to
keep abreast with socioeconomic trends in their region for
the purposes of planning programs and marketing.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS:
Census Update, Supplement to Data Users News
C 3.238/3:nos.
INDEXED IN: GPO Monthly Catalog
ISSN:
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Mark Giguere, Alice Rohman
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 13.22
SERIES TITLE: Journal of Research of the National Institute
of Standards and Technology
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Department of Commerce/ Technology
Administration/ National Institute of Standards and
Technology
FREQUENCY: Bimonthly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1928-
DESCRIPTION: Features advances in measurement methodology
and analyses in keeping with the responsibility of the
National Institute of Standards and technology as
the nation's measurement science laboratory.
Included are reports on instrumentation and
mathematical models of phenomena. In addition,
there are papers on calibration techniques, quality
assurance programs, and critical data. Special
issues are devoted to invited papers on a
particular area of measurement science.
From 1959- 1966, this series was issued in four
separate sections. From 1966-1977, it was issued in
three sections. In 1977, sections A and B were
consolidated to form one section. Section D, Radio
Science, remains separate and has been published by
the Environmental Science Services Administration
since 1966.
USES: Useful to scientists, engineers, and anyone else
needing to keep abreast of changes in federal measurement
standards.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Bulletin of the National Bureau of
Standards:
Physics and Chemistry
C 13.22/Sec.A
Mathematical Sciences
C 13.22/Sec.B
Engineering and Instrumentation
C 13.22/Sec.C
Radio Science
C 52.9
INDEXED IN: Abstract Bulletin of the Institute of Paper
Chemistry
Chemical Abstracts
Computer and Control Abstracts
Energy Research Abstracts
Physics Abstracts
World Textile Abstracts
ISSN: 1044-677X
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Supersedes Bulletin of the
National Bureau of Standards. Until 1988 the National
Institute of Standards and Technology was known as the
National Bureau of Standards.
STUDENT NAMES: Susan Williams
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 13.53
SERIES TITLE: NBS Consumer Information Series
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: National Institute of Standards
and Technology
FREQUENCY: Irregular
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1971-
DESCRIPTION: Covers many subjects of interest to the general
public. Includes technical research on consumer
goods conducted by the Institute of Standards and
Technology. Does not recommend products to
consumers, but the information given about the
research may have some practical value to consumers.
Reports, varying from 15 to 30 pages in length, are
illustrated and very informative.
USES: Useful for consumers who want to make informed
decisions in the marketplace.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Consumer Bulletins
FT 1.3/2
Consumer Information Catalog
GS 11.9
Consumer News
HE 1.509
INDEXED IN: GPO Monthly Catalog
ISSN: 0270-9775
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Some issues available in microform.
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Linda Becote
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 21.3/2
SERIES TITLE: Classification Definitions
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Patent and Trademark Office/ Dept.
of Commerce
FREQUENCY: Irregular
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1980-
DESCRIPTION: Describes new and revised classes and
subclasses and other changes in patent classifications.
USES: For patent searchers, patent attorneys, librarians,
and researchers using the Patent Office or other collections
of U.S. patents
RELATED PUBLICATIONS:
Official Gazette of the U.S. Patent Office
C 21.5
Separates: Changes in Classification of Inventions
C 21.5/a6:date
Separates: Classification of Patents
C 21.5a
Manual of Classification
C 21.12
INDEXED IN: Index to U.S. Patent Classification
ISSN:
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Available on microfiche
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Patents are classified on a
subject basis, embracing 310 classes and 65,000 subclasses.
STUDENT NAMES: John Dye
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 21.12
SERIES TITLE: Manual of Classification
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ Patent and
Trademark Office/ Office of Documentation Support, Planning,
and Control.
FREQUENCY: Irregular (biennial after 1982).
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1900-
DESCRIPTION: Lists all classes and subclasses of inventions
in the Patent Office Classification of Patents, a
subject index, and other germane information
relating to patent classification.
USES: A valuable source for patent attorneys and patent agents;
also useful to inventors for discovering how their
creations may be categorized and treated. Useful for any
entities involved in research and development: private
industries, public research institutions (i.e. research
universities) and government institutions.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Patent Attorneys and Agents Available
to Represent Inventors Before the U.S. Patent
Office C 21.9/2
Index to U.S. Patent Classification
C 21.12/3:date/nos.
Patent Office Newsletter
C 21.13:date
INDEXED IN:
ISSN: 0145-0654
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Jim Dreyfuss
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 30.14
SERIES TITLE: Monthly Weather Review
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: American Meteorological Society
FREQUENCY: Monthly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1872-
DESCRIPTION: Contains abstracts, bibliographies, charts,
illustrations, and statistics on the previous
month's weather in the United States. Each
December issue contains an index. Each issue
also features an article describing the
atmospheric circulation over the Northern
Hemisphere during the previous month.
USES: Useful to meteorologists in two ways: serves as a
medium for technical contributions to the field, principally
in the branches of synoptic and applied meteorology, and
functions as a site for published research relating to
weather analysis and forecasting.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Weekly Weather and Crop Bulletin
C 30.11
Weather Outlook
C 30.13
INDEXED IN: Chemical Abstracts
Science Abstracts
ISSN: 0027-0644
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Available in microform
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Connie Ruffner
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 47.15:date
SERIES TITLE: Summary and Analysis of International Travel
to the U.S.
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: United States Travel Service,
Research and Analysis Division
FREQUENCY: Quarterly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1970- (Suspended April 1979-1980)
DESCRIPTION: Gives statistics on international visitor
arrivals in the U.S. and market analysis of international
travel by residents of foreign countries.
USES: Of interest to government officials wishing to
encourage tourism, travel agents, and customs officers.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Pleasure and Business Visitors to U.S.
by Port of Entry and Mode of Travel
C 47.15/2
Arrivals and Departures
C 47.15/4:date
International Travelers to the U.S. Annual Summary
C 47.15/5
Foreign Visitor Arrivals By Selected Ports,
Calendar Year
C 47.15/6:date
INDEXED IN: American Statistics Index
Index to U.S. Government Periodicals
ISSN: 0095-3482
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Available in microfilm.
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Helen Claire Covey, Kristi Curt
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 47.16:nos.
SERIES TITLE: USTS Travel Folders
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ U.s. Travel
Service
FREQUENCY: Irregular
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1976-
DESCRIPTION: Series of information brochures on regions of
the U.S. Provides information for tourists on sights,
activities, lodgings, and restaurants. Includes a
major route map of the area and center city maps of
major cities.
USES: Used by tourists in planning trips. Also a good
source for travel agents.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS:
Information Sources on International Travel
C 47.8
Traveler's Guide to Special Attractions
C 47.12/2:nos
Major Metropolitan Market Areas
C 47.15/3
Festival USA
C 47.17/date
INDEXED IN: GPO Monthly Catalog
ISSN:
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Some issues available on microfiche.
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Previously classified as SuDocs #
C 47.2
STUDENT NAMES: Rebecca Parrish Telford
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 55.20:date/nos.
SERIES TITLE: National Disaster Survey Reports
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
FREQUENCY: Irregular
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1978-
DESCRIPTION: Each issue focuses on a recent major disaster
and analyzes the National Weather Service's procedures
for forecasting and warning of natural disasters
such as tornadoes, hurricanes, floods, and
earthquakes. Provides a brief history of the
disaster and follows up with analyses of: the
warning systems provided; the preparedness and
responses to the disaster; the communications to and
through the media; performance statistics, and
recommendations for improvement in a similar
scenario. Over the years, the pages have become glossier
and have come to include full-page color photos and
graphics.
USES: State and local emergency management personnel, media
personnel, and public service groups can use this
information to determine potential disaster problems, to
develop contingency plans, to improve responses to
disasters, and to design more effective forecasting and
warning procedures.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Perspectives on Hurricane
Preparedness:Techniques in Use Today
FEMA 1.2:
Preparing for Hurricanes and Coastal
Flooding: A Handbook for Local Officials
FEMA 1.8
INDEXED IN:
ISSN:
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Some issues available on microfiche.
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Most issues include maps.
STUDENT NAMES: Micheline Brown, Gayle Durnbaugh
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 55.109
SERIES TITLE: Monthly and Seasonal Weather Outlook
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/National Weather
Service
FREQUENCY: Semi-monthly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1946-
DESCRIPTION: Uses both charts and maps to display
temperature and precipitation conditions for the entire
United States and Eurasia. Gives observed conditions for
past 90 days and also predicts conditions for the
next 90 days. Compares current conditions to norms
based on the 30-year period of 1951-1980.
USES: Useful to meteorologists, scientists, farmers,
boaters, overseas travellers, weather buffs, and anyone else
needing/wishing weather predictions.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Weekly Climate Bulletin
C 55.129/2
Daily Weather Maps and Weekly Series
C 55.195:yr./no.
Weekly Weather and Crop Bulletin
C 55.209:vol./no.
INDEXED IN: American Statistics Index
GPO Monthly Catalog
Guide to U.S. Government Publications
ISSN: 0090-0613
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Available in microfilm.
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Formerly classified as SuDocs # C
30.46 and titled Average Monthly Weather Outlook.
STUDENT NAMES: James Anderson, Amy Carruth, Helen Claire Covey
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 55.127
SERIES TITLE: Aware
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.:Dept. of Commerce/ National
Weather Service/ National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration
FREQUENCY: Quarterly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1990-
DESCRIPTION: Newsletter which informs emergency personnel of
news and developments regarding disaster awareness
programs and public education programs.Includes
warning and forecast branch initiatives, area
weather update information, and revised storm
forecasts.
USES: Invaluable to meteorologists, state and local
government officials, and others involved with disaster
preparedness.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS:
Cooperative Observer
C 55.118
Forecast Tracks and Probabilities for Hurricanes
C 55.125:CT
Diagnostics Report of the National Hurricane Center
CC 55.131
INDEXED IN:
ISSN:
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Available on the World Wide Web at
http://www.nws.noaa.gov./om/aware.htm (You must have Adobe software
to view it).
STUDENT NAMES: Jane Ballard, Gayle Durnbaugh, Lee Andrew Hilyer
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 55.129/2 SERIES TITLE: Weekly Climate Bulletin ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: National Weather Service/ Climate Analysis Center FREQUENCY: Weekly YEARS PUBLISHED: 1987- DESCRIPTION: In concise form, gives current surface climatic conditions in the United States and around the world. Includes conditions for the previous week; briefs of major climatic events and anomalies; global two-week, four-week, monthly, three-month, and yearly temperature and precipitation anomalies and special climate summaries. USES: Scientists studying weather patterns, global warming and trend of natural disasters could find this bulletin useful. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: INDEXED IN: ISSN: AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: Available in microfiche. OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: STUDENT NAMES: Vicki Shamblen
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 55.209
SERIES TITLE: Weekly Weather and Crop Bulletin
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ National
Environmental Satellite/ Data and Information Service
FREQUENCY: Weekly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1924
DESCRIPTION: Issued on Tuesday of each week and contains an
account of the effect of weather conditions on crops
in the U.S. for the previous week, ending at &:30
A.M. EST each Tuesday. In particular, covers the
effects of weather on crop development and farm
operations, and special mention is made on the
conditions for the more important crops. it
includes tables of temperature and precipitation.
During the winter, snow and ice conditions are
published in lieu of other regular information,,
Special feature articles of interest are also
included.
USES: Mainly of use to investors in the crop futures market
who wish to keep track of conditions that might affect their
investments.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Monthly Climatic Data for the World
C 55.209
INDEXED IN:
ISSN: 0043-1974
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Special Weather Summary editions
are issued to cover very unusual conditions.
STUDENT NAMES: Charles Egleston, Joy Garmon, Terry Morris,
Beth Mulherrin
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 55.212:vol.nos & nos.
SERIES TITLE: Storm Data
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Department of Commerce
FREQUENCY: Monthly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1922-
DESCRIPTION: Contains data on climate, outstanding storms,
and unusual weather phenomena. Also includes storm
summaries and annual summaries of statistics such as
number of deaths by lighting. Information is
presented in maps, tables, and graphs.
USES: Useful for climatologists, geographers, and historians
doing research on severe weather in a particular region
or time period.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS:
Weekly Weather and Crop Bulletin
C 55.209: vol.nos. & nos.
Key to Meteorological Records Documentation
C 55.219:nos.
INDEXED IN: American Statistics Index
ISSN: 0039-1972
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Available in microfiche.
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Beth Mulherrin
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 55.213
SERIES TITLE: Daily Weather Maps, Weekly Series
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ National
Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service
FREQUENCY: Weekly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1968-
DESCRIPTION: For each day of the week, features a surface
weather map showing weather conditions observed at 7 A.M.
EST throughout the country. Three smaller maps on
each page show the pattern of winds and temperatures
near the 18,000 ft. level at this time, the highest
and lowest temperature for the previous day at
selected stations in the U.S., and the areas over
which precipitation was reported in the last 24
hours. Easy-to read, with a complete explanation of
symbols used.
USES: Useful and informative for meteorologists and amateur
weather watchers.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Monthly Climatic Data for the World
C 55.211
INDEXED IN:
ISSN:
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Supersedes Daily Weather Map.
STUDENT NAMES: Terry Morris
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 55.299:vol.nos & nos.
SERIES TITLE: Mariners Weather Report
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
FREQUENCY: Quarterly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1957-
DESCRIPTION: Provides weather information for the oceans and
Great Lakes. Includes graphs, charts, weather maps,
and feature articles. Regular features include mean
monthly sea level pressure charts, cyclone tracking,
wave observations, and U.S. VOS weather reports
information. Recent articles have covered such
topics as water pollution, marine wildlife, and
underwater photography. Each issue contains a
feature called "Whale Oil and Wicks" that highlights
a different U.S. lighthouse.
USES: Valuable to anyone interested in meteorology, marine
life, oceanography, or navigation.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS:
National Oceanographic Newsletter
C 55.290:nos
National Oceanic Center: Annual Report
C 55.291/L:date
NODC Environmental Information Summaries
C 55.299:nos
INDEXED IN: American Statistics Index
Deep Sea Research
Geophysical Abstracts
Index to U.S. Government Periodicals
Oceanographic Abstracts
Pollution Abstracts
South Pacific Periodicals Index
ISSN: 0025-3367
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Available in microfilm and microfiche
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Sharon Colgan, Alice Duhon, Jana White
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 55.309/2-2
SERIES TITLE: Fisheries of the United States
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
FREQUENCY: Annual
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1959-
DESCRIPTION: Preliminary report on commercial and
recreational fisheries of the United States with catches in
both the U.S. Exclusive Economic Zones and international
waters. Provides timely answers to frequently asked
questions.
USES: Useful to investors in fisheries and to anyone in the
general public with an interest in the fish market.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS:
Current Fishery Statistics
C 55.309/2:nos
U.S. Production of Fish Filets and Steaks
C 55. 309/2-6:date
Processed Fishery Statistics, Annual
Summary
C 55.309/2-9:date
INDEXED IN: GPO Monthly Catalog
ISSN: 0095-7682
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Available in microfiche
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Aihua Zhou
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 55.309/5:nos.
SERIES TITLE: Food Fish Market Review and Outlook
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration/ National
Marine Fisheries Service
FREQUENCY: 3 times a year
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1976-
DESCRIPTION: Current description of the supply and demand
conditions of major food products suck as fish
blocks, fish sticks, and canned salmon.
Presented in textual summaries, tables, and
graphs.
USES: Fish industry use this publication in making pricing
and operating decisions with the goal of stabilizing prices
as much as possible.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Food Fish Facts
C 55.309/6:nos
Processed Fishery Products
C 55.309/2
INDEXED IN: American Statistics Index
Index to U.S. Government Periodicals
ISSN: 0091-8105
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Ann Henessee
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 55.310
SERIES TITLE: Marine Fisheries Review
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ National Marine
Fisheries Service
FREQUENCY: 1972-1976: Bimonthly
1976-March 1983: Monthly
Apr-June 1983- : Quarterly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1972-
DESCRIPTION: Offers reviews, articles, original research
reports, significant progress reports, technical notes, and
news articles in the following areas: fisheries
science; engineering and economics; commercial and
recreational fisheries; marine mammal studies;
aquaculture; and U.S. and foreign fisheries
developments. An abstract is included in each
article.
USES: Valuable to researchers in all fields of marine and
fisheries science, engineering, and economics who wish
to keep up-to-date with current research trends and
information.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Commercial Fisheries Review
I 49.10:
INDEXED IN: Biological Abstracts
Canadian Environment
Electronic and Communications Abstracts
Energy Information Abstracts
Environment Abstracts
Life Sciences Collection
Public Affairs Information Service Bulletin
Safety Science Abstracts Journal
Ship Abstracts
Trade and Industy Index
ISSN: 0090-1830
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Available in microfilm
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Eleanor Rhinelander, Jeri Traw
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 55.313/nos.
SERIES TITLE: Fishery Bulletin
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ National
Marine Fisheries Service/ National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration
FREQUENCY: Quarterly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1931-
DESCRIPTION: Publishes original research reports and
technical notes on investigations in fishery science,
engineering, and economics. Articles include
abstracts, the academic affiliation of the authors,
and bibliographies. Most articles contain charts and
tables; some contain black and white photographs.
USES: Useful to scientists studying ecology; oceanography;
limnology; mariculture; ocean pollution; physiology,
behavior, and taxonomy of marine organisms, particularly
fish; and technology, gear developments, and economics of
investigations in these areas.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Marine Fisheries Review
C 55.310:vol.nos & nos.
Marine Fisheries Abstracts
C 55.310/2 vol.nos. & nos.
Fishery Industrial Research
C 55.311: vol.nos. & nos.
Special Scientific Report: Fisheries
C 55.312.nos
INDEXED IN: Bibliography of Agriculture
Biological Abstracts
BIOSIS
Chemical Abstracts
Selected Water Resources Abstracts
Index to U.S. Government Periodicals
ISSN: 0090-0656
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Jim Burch, Charles Egleston
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 55.321 SERIES TITLE: Test Kitchen Series ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Bureau of Commercial Fisheries FREQUENCY: Irregular YEARS PUBLISHED: 1950- DESCRIPTION: Recipes-- from the basic to the exotic-- make up the main portion of these pamphlets. Most issues are devoted to a particular fish or shellfish, such as tuna, halibut, shrimp, scallops, and clams, but a few pamphlets contain recipes for a variety of fish and shellfish. USES: A useful guide to the general public for buying and cooking fish and shellfish. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: INDEXED IN: ISSN: AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Formerly classified as SuDocs # I 49.39/nos. STUDENT NAMES: Sallie Clarkson
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 56.109/4:Ec7
SERIES TITLE: Area Economic Projections
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ Social and
Economics Statistics Administration/Bureau of
Economic Analysis
FREQUENCY: Every 5 years
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1972-
DESCRIPTION: Presents projections of personal income,
employment, and population for 426 geographic areas covering
the United States and another 226 regions representing
different groupings of the 426 areas. Includes
breakdowns by state, SMSA's and some non SMSA areas.
Some historical data are included. The
projections are the best estimate of what can be
expected if there are no policy or program changes
of unusual nature or magnitude.
USES: Can aid in business planning and program developments.
Useful in assessment of future demand for various types of
goods and services. Also can help economists identify
possible problems in future ahead of time.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Long Term Economic Growth
C 56.102:Ec7/year
Economic Indicators
Y4.EC7:Ec7/date
INDEXED IN:
ISSN:
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Donna West
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 56.234:nos. SERIES TITLE: We, the Americans ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ Bureau of the Census, Public Information Office FREQUENCY: Decennial YEARS PUBLISHED: DESCRIPTION: Compares results of current census with prior census data. Compares results broken down into categories: race or ethnic group; educational background, socioeconomic status, profession; gender; marital status; etc. USES: Basic source for census-related research. Teachers may find appropriate charts illustrating trends and changes. RELATED PUBLICATIONS: INDEXED IN: ISSN: AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: STUDENT NAMES: Mary Morris
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION : C 59.9
SERIES TITLE: Business Conditions Digest
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce / Bureau of Economic
Analysis
FREQUENCY: Monthly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1961-
DESCRIPTION:
Provides information on selected components of the
national income and product accounts, measures of prices,
wages, and productivity, measure of the labor force, employment
and unemployment; economic data on federal, state, and local
government activities ; measure of U.S. international transations
and selected ecocomic comparisons with major foreign countries
USES:
Intended for business analysts and forecasters.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS:
Handbook of Cyclical Indicators : a Supplement to the
Business Conditions Digest
INDEXED IN:
American Statistics Index
Index to U.S. Government Periodicals
Public Affairs Information Service
ISSN: 0416-7735
AVAILABLE IN OTHER FORMATS:
MICROFORM: No
MACHINE READABLE FORMAT: No
INTERNET: No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Formerly titled Business Cycle Development.
STUDENT NAMES: Rong Lu
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 59.11
SERIES TITLE: Survey of Current Business
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/Bureau of
Economic Analysis
FREQUENCY: Monthly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1921-
DESCRIPTION: Divided into two sections. First section
contains special analyses of business world, as well as
articles, charts, and tables on various aspects of
the national economy; information on industrial
trends; economic outlook; etc. Second section
contains statistical series giving the latest
monthly or quarterly data. Weekly releases
supplement monthly data.
USES: Useful to business people, economic analysts, and any
researchers needing to keep track of leading economic
indicators.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Business Statistics
C 43.8/4
Economic Report to the Secretary of
Commerce
C 43.10:nos
Guide to Current Business Data
C 43.12:date
State Quarterly Economic Developments
C 59.16/52
INDEXED IN: Academic Index
American Statistics Index
Business Publications Index and Abstracts
Key to Economic Science
Predicasts
Trade and Industry Index
Index to U.S. Government Periodicals
ISSN: 0039-6222
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Available in microfiche
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Previously classified as SuDocs
#'s C 56.109 and C 43.8.
STUDENT NAMES: Mimi Curlee, Mary Fengler, Sandra Hughes,
Carol Jarvis, Louise Jensen, Marsha Myers,Connie Ruffner,
Donna Siebold, Elizabeth Williams
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 59.11/3:97- year
SERIES TITLE: Business Statistics
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ Bureau of
Economic Analysis
FREQUENCY: Biennial
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1932-
DESCRIPTION: Compilation of recent and historical data on a
wide range of business and industry-related topics.
Includes general business indicators; commodity
prices; several groupings by industry or trade
(agriculture, metals and mining,etc.); labor force
statistics; and foreign trade statistics; personal
income level; manufacturers' inventories; Dow Jones
averages, etc. Methods used to compile and compute
the statistics are described.
USES: A good source of business information and economic
indicators to economists, business people, or students.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS:
Survey of Current Business
C 59.11
Business Statistics Weekly Supplement
C 59.11/2
Special Supplements to Survey of Current Business
C 59.11.4:CT
INDEXED IN: GPO Monthly Catalog
ISSN: 0083-2545
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Nancy Woodall
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 59.18:date
SERIES TITLE: Local Area Personal Income
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Bureau of Economic Analysis
FREQUENCY: Annual
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1974
DESCRIPTION: Each issue of this series is divided into
several volumes, each of which covers one or more regions of
the U.S. There are eight regions set by the BEA.
Consists primarily of tables and numbers
supplemented by maps, charts, and statements of
methodology. Personal income is classified in four
categories: wages and salaries; other labor income
and relief; entrepreneurial withdrawals; dividends,
interest, net rents, and royalties. Each issue
contains statistics for the past five years and
illustrates the tendencies of personal income over
that period.
USES: A good source for economists and other researcher
focusing on personal income issues.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Area Wage Survey
L2.3:nos.
Wage Chronology Series
L2.6/a 10:nos.
INDEXED IN: GPO Monthly Catalog
ISSN:
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Available in microfiche.
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Yue-Zhong Wu
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 61.11:yr/nos.
SERIES TITLE: Foreign Economic Trends and Their Implications
for the United States
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ International
Trade Administration.
FREQUENCY: Annual
YEARS PUBLISHED:
DESCRIPTION: Each issue of includes a table of key economic
indicators and a narrative summary of the current
economic situation and trends. Important sections
include a discussion of implications for the United
States and forecasts of future developments.
Usually runs about 5-6 pages and is prepared by
American embassy personnel stationed in the country.
USES: Helpful for anyone doing economic research about a
foreign country, or for someone interested in setting up an
export business in a particular country.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Background Notes
S 1.123/2:date
INDEXED IN: Index to U.S. Government Periodicals
ISSN: 0090-9467
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Available in microform from UMI.
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Formerly titled Economic Trends
and Their Implications for the United States and classified
as SuDocs # C 57.114
STUDENT NAMES: Rod Bustos
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 61.12:year/nos.
SERIES TITLE: Overseas Business Reports
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ International
Trade Administration
FREQUENCY: Irregular
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1957
DESCRIPTION: Examines trade and marketing conditions in
various countries. Sections address the best U.S. sales
prospects, industry trends, distribution and sales
channels, native advertising agencies, native market
research services, trade regulations, labor
regulations,etc.. Issues vary from 20 to 80 pages in
length and include a comprehensive list of sources
for more information. Maps are sometimes included.
USES: Provides information on international trade and
economic conditions throughout the world to exporters,
importers,investors, manufacturers, and researchers.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: A Basic Guide to Exporting
C 61.8EX7/3/yr
International Trade: State and Local
Resource Directory
SBA 1.13/4:IN
INDEXED IN: GPO Monthly Catalog
Index to U.S. Government Periodicals
ISSN:
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Jeanette Bergeron
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 61.14:vol.nos & nos.
SERIES TITLE: International Economic Indicators
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: International Trade
Administration/ Dept. of Commerce
FREQUENCY: Quarterly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1975-
DESCRIPTION: Reports a wide variety of current comparative
economic statistics for the U.S. and seven major
competitor nations. Consists of four sections:
economic outlook and recent past trends; tables and
charts; monthly, quarterly, and annual indicators;
and technical notes, definitions, and sources.
USES: Highly useful to U.S. foreign traders and investors;
businesses and organizations initiating, continuing, or
expanding operation in a global market; and for economic
researchers.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS:
INDEXED IN: American Statistics Index
GPO Monthly Catalog
Index to U.S. Government Periodicals
Public Affairs Information Service Bulletin
ISSN: 0096-9907
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Wang Ying
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 61.18: vol.nos. & nos.
SERIES TITLE: Business America
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/International
Trade Administration
FREQUENCY: Biweekly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1978-
DESCRIPTION: Focuses entirely on international trade as
experienced by American business people. Articles
range from protocol's effects on business deals to
where good emerging markets are located to a
comprehensive list of related publications. Ten
pages are used for descriptions of foreign
countries, including their climates and customs.
The back cover lists international trade exhibits
and a roster of district offices of the
International Trade Administration.
USES: Reports about emerging markets could prove useful to
mutual fund investors. Also a good source for anyone
involved in international business deals of considering
working overseas.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Trade Opportunities Program Bulletin
C 61.13:date
Index to Foreign Market Reports
C 61.16
Franchise Opportunities Handbook
C 61.31:date
INDEXED IN: American Statistics Index
Business Periodicals Index
Chemical Abstracts
Coal Abstracts
Energy Research Abstracts
Index to U.S. Government Periodicals
Magazine Index
Management Contents
Reference Sources
Trade and Industry Index
ISSN: 0190-6275
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Available on microfiche from NTIS.
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Lists names of public and private
institutions that train and assist business professionals
and their families in international business opportunities
and relocation assistance.
STUDENT NAMES: Amy Carruth, Barbara Lammers, Mary Powell
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 61.34: year (last 3 numbers)
SERIES TITLE: U.S. Industrial Outlook
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: International Trade
Administration/Dept. of Commerce
FREQUENCY: Annual
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1959-
DESCRIPTION: Analyzes United States manufacturing and
service industries and identifies emerging domestic markets.
Emphasizes international competitiveness of domestic
markets. Also includes expanded coverage of hi-
tech industries, such as computer software,
telecommunications, and medical equipment.
Documents societal goals and fundamental economic
changes. Contains tables and graphs illustrating
U.S. industries that lead the world in technological
innovations and international trade.
USES: Indispensable reference tool for corporate
strategists,researchers, investment analysts, and decision
makers. Also useful for students of business.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Survey of Current Business
C 59.11
INDEXED IN: GPO Monthly Catalog
ISSN: 0748-2671
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
Microfiche and machine readable tape available from NTIS.
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Previous classified as SuDocs #'s
C 62.17, C 57.18, C 57.309:, and C 41.42/3:
STUDENT NAMES: Lisa Gianetto, Elizabeth Williams, Yue-Zhong-
Wu
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: C 61.37
SERIES TITLE: Construction Review
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: Dept. of Commerce/ International
Trade Administration
FREQUENCY: Monthly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1955-
DESCRIPTION: Compiles all major statistical series related
to the construction industry. Includes regular articles on
the annual outlook for new construction activity,
review of federal construction expenditures, and
other analytical information.
USES: Essential for anyone interested in the construction
industry. Excellent and concise source for data on: new
construction outlays; housing starts, completions, and
sales; building permits; contract awards; construction and
materials cost indexes; interest rates; materials output;
imports and exports; employment; and hours and earnings.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS:
INDEXED IN: American Statistics Index
Business Periodicals Index
Index to U.S. Government Periodicals
Predicasts
Public Affairs Information Service Bulletin
Trade and Industry Index
ISSN: 0010-6917
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: Formerly classified as SuDocs #C
62.10
STUDENT NAMES: Jeri Traw
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: CR 1.2:date
SERIES TITLE: New Perspectives
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: United States Commission on Civil
Rights
FREQUENCY: Quarterly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1968-
DESCRIPTION: Excellent source of information about civil
rights issues in the U.S.. Contains articles about current
issues, book reviews, and reports on government and
non-government activities in the area of civil
rights. Also a good source of information on women's
issues.
USES: Excellent reference aid for the civil rights activist
and a good tool for teachers to use in promoting class
discussions about these issues.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Civil Rights Directory
CR 1.10:15
Civil Rights Update
CR 1.15
INDEXED IN:
ISSN: 8750-2135
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS: No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Kathleen Parker
SUDOCS CLASSIFICATION: CR 1.15
SERIES TITLE: Civil Rights Update
ORIGINATING AGENCY/DEPT.: U.S. Commission on Civil Rights
FREQUENCY: Bimonthly
YEARS PUBLISHED: 1978-
DESCRIPTION: Covers activities of the U.S. Commission on
Civil Rights. Frequent references are made to "SACs"
(State Advisory Committees) reports. A typical
issue is about 8 pages.
USES: Offers highlights of the Commission's activities for
students and anybody else interested in this subject.
SACs offer concise account of how various states around
the country comply with laws and promote racial, ethnic,
and religious tolerance. An excellent source of
information about the current racial climate and race
relations nationwide.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Annual Reports
CR 1.1
New Perspectives
CR 1.12
INDEXED IN: GPO Monthly Catalog
ISSN: 0893-0473
AVAILABLE IN MICROFORM OR MACHINE READABLE FORMATS:No
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:
STUDENT NAMES: Lawrence Turner