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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 1 of 4
What do these photos bring to mind! The almost-here Salt Lake Christmas Tour 2011!! The friendship, the good breakfasts from Dick and Dee Cattaneo, the opportunity for hours in the Family History Library, and the jolly companionship of our loveable Continue reading Salt Lake Christmas Tour—– This week’s peek!
In another great QuickSheet from Elizabeth Mills, we get Citing Ancestry.com Databases & Images. This laminated, four-page quick reference gives the researcher an easy guide to citing sources as found on Ancestry and other websites. Based on her books Evidence!: Continue reading QuickSheet: Citing Ancestry.com Databases & Images
Most family historians collect stories, photographs, letters, and heirlooms as a means of connecting with their ancestors. These items can give the living a glimpse into the daily lives of those who have gone before. Try and explain to a Continue reading Art as a Glimpse to the Past
“Sources give us information, from which we select Evidence for evaluation. A conclusion based on thorough research, careful documentation, and sound analysis might be considered Proof.” Elizabeth Shown Mills, who brought us two of the most referenced books on the Continue reading QuickSheet to Evidence Appraisal
Early this weeks I posted a blog about cemeteries across the country celebrating Halloween in unique ways. Well it appears that cemeteries and many people in general are beginning to celebrate in the U.S. a similar holiday with increasing attention. Continue reading “Day of the Dead celebration grows in national popularity”
The following news release was received from Heather Erickson at Ancestry.com: Information on Holocaust survivors and victims of Nazi persecution available online at no cost through efforts of World Memory Project. WASHINGTON, D.C./PROVO, Utah, November 2, 2011 – The United Continue reading Ancestry.com and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Release First Searchable Online Records Collections From World Memory Project
The Georgia Family History Expo will be held at the Gwinnett Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, in Duluth, Georgia on November 11 and 12 – less than 2 weeks away! The hours on November 11 are 1:00 to 9:00 pm and Continue reading Join Us at the Georgia Family History Expo November 11 & 12
There is a very good chance that somewhere in your family’s past you have Catholic ancestors. If so, then a small, green handbook compiled some years ago by the Indiana Historical Society may be just the little treasure you need Continue reading A Small, Green, and Incredibly Useful Guide to Catholic Records
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
Back in July, Leland wrote A Review of “History For Genealogists – Using Chronological Time Lines to Find and Understand Your Ancestors.” This book is one of Leland’s favorites, and Judy Jacobson has proven to be one of his favorite Continue reading A Field Guide for Genealogists Complements Most Any Other Handbook
This past week Ancestry.com released a massive new addition to their website. The genealogy research site added 53 new databases and 120 million names to the U.S. Vital Records collection. The news was shared in a press release, on the Continue reading 53 New Databases. 120 Million More Names. Ancestry Grows by Leap and Bounds.
The Catholic Church has been keeping key vital records of religious ceremonies and events for hundreds of years. Baptisms, confirmations, marriages, and other events have been well documented and serve as key vital records in genealogical research. Local parishes keep Continue reading Diocese Research — Finding Your Family’s U.S. Catholic Records
“Oh the weather outside is getting frightful…..” Pre-Halloween SNOW in New Jersey and the Northeast? And SNOW in Texas when they are barely over their run of 100+ degree days? The weather outside is surely getting frightful……….. but the weather Continue reading Salt Lake Christmas Tour Week Peek……….Next!
Celebrity fame and interesting television have spiked a frenzy of family history interest in a once disinterested Irish public. Take a look at the following article from the Irish Central: TV show ‘Who do you think you are?’ prompts spike Continue reading Celebrities Increasing Irish Interest in Family History