Salt Lake Christmas Tour Week Peek………… almost there!
Do you remember the bananas? Do you remember these folks? Our 27th annual Salt Lake Christmas Tour “Family” Reunion is very shortly upon us!! See you all very, very soon!!! Donna, aka Mother Hen
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What Do They Mean? Understanding Abbreviations, Words, and Acronyms in Research; Part 2 of 4
This week we are reviewing four great books designed to help the family historian overcome a common research stumbling block. Reading vital records, court documents, certificates, court records, and so on are a common part of genealogical research. But, how Continue reading What Do They Mean? Understanding Abbreviations, Words, and Acronyms in Research; Part 2 of 4
Cemeteries Celebrate Halloween in Unique Ways
Cemeteries across the country are celebrating Halloween and Saints Day (or Day of the Dead) with tours, ceremonies, and other events. Events range from celebration of historic figures to the restoration of cemeteries. History is often played out in costumes Continue reading Cemeteries Celebrate Halloween in Unique Ways
Finding Your Mayflower Ancestors
The Mayflower had 102 passengers. The first winter in the New World killed about half. So, you may ask, just how many descendants could there be. Estimates put it at around 35 million. That accounts for about 12% of the Continue reading Finding Your Mayflower Ancestors
Naturalization Records for Indiana County Courts
There are so many great ways to title a book. Creative editors and authors generate some catchy titles. However, when it comes to reference books and indexes, I like a title to tell me exactly what is in the book. Continue reading Naturalization Records for Indiana County Courts
Capturing Memories
Whether you are already the family photographer or simply aspire to be, Capturing Memories: Your Family Story in Photographs was written to help you improve your technique and make correct equipment buying decisions. Photo expert Maureen Taylor walks the reader Continue reading Capturing Memories
How Well Do You Know America’s Most Infamous Outlaws?
Their names are infamous. They have been the subjects of movies. They are mentioned in history books and classrooms across North America. They were bank robbers, gang leaders, and murderers. They are America’s most notorious Outlaws & Villains. But how Continue reading How Well Do You Know America’s Most Infamous Outlaws?
Chicago & Cook County: A Guide to Research
BACK IN PRINT! We often review research guides and books covering specific countries or individual states. We don’t see many guides covering a single city. Yet, Chicago & Cook County: A Guide to Research does just that. And, why not? Continue reading Chicago & Cook County: A Guide to Research
Family History Library Will Provide an All-Day Class on U.S. Immigration on October 8
This article was posted today on Desert News: SALT LAKE CITY — U.S. immigration research will be the topic of an all-day class series at the Family History Library on Oct. 8. Classes include “U.S. Immigration, 1820-1954,” “U.S. Naturalization Records” Continue reading Family History Library Will Provide an All-Day Class on U.S. Immigration on October 8
Salt Lake Christmas Tour Week Peek #43
Just think; in a few days we’ll come down to breakfast with Thomas MacEntee and Mother Hen. Then we’ll walk out the back door (snow? maybe….usually not), coats on and “stuff” in hand. And then we scurry into the library Continue reading Salt Lake Christmas Tour Week Peek #43
Where Will Your Research and Family Heirlooms Go After You Die?
I ran across an article this week in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC) entitled “Are your genealogy files in your will?” The article is actually a synopsis for another article appearing in the September/October issue of Family Chronicle magazine. The thrust of Continue reading Where Will Your Research and Family Heirlooms Go After You Die?
Salt Lake Christmas Tour Week Peek EXTRA!
Well, I flunked my pre-op EKG so I’ve not yet had my hip surgery; having a fancy nuclear treadmill today. Just want all of this DONE! Surgery is rescheduled for Oct 3rd. But (bright spot) I’m just back from Penticton, Continue reading Salt Lake Christmas Tour Week Peek EXTRA!
Salt Lake Christmas Tour Week Peek #40
I’m back from Africa (hopefully) but…………… it’s time to really start thinking Salt Lake Christmas Tour if you haven’t been already! Just remember how much you enjoy all the fabulous decorations on Temple Square…… put up just for us!?!?!?! Remember Continue reading Salt Lake Christmas Tour Week Peek #40
Salt Lake Christmas Tour Week Peek #39
Hubby and I are still in South Africa…… planning to visit Victoria Falls. None of the TV specials I’ve ever seen on this magnificent wonder of nature shows people swimming right on the brink of the falls………… I cannot wait Continue reading Salt Lake Christmas Tour Week Peek #39
Georgia’s 1890 Tax Records Online at Ancestry.com
Just about every genealogist knows the 1890 Federal Census went up in a blaze of glory back in 1921 (Well, actually the room where it was stored went up – the records got watered). That is why we get so Continue reading Georgia’s 1890 Tax Records Online at Ancestry.com