Obits: Wigdahl, Sattler, Vig & Zimmerman Apr 28, 2009
Lois had a keen interest in family genealogy, and developed an extensive family tree. She and Willie planted and maintained huge gardens while living on the farm. (Marshall County Journal, SD)
Sue Reed - Story Lady on Horseback Apr 28, 2009
The early work has grown into an extensive family history collection in the library where members of the genealogy society Reed formed still meet each Tuesday morning to clip newspaper stories and file information by family name. The archive is open to the public. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
City breaking bond promise (5) Apr 28, 2009
Published: Friday, April 24, 2009 3:30 PM CDT Recently I heard that the current plan of the City of Boerne for the new Boerne Library called for the elimination of a history-genealogy room and my first reaction was utter disbelief ... The local genealogy society, unlike many across the state, is a very active and growing organization that has a group of 25 or so knowledgeable members who volunteer their time on a regular basis to help local family historians and out-of-town visitors find... (Boerne Star, TX)
Fresno power company sparked in 1896 Apr 20, 2009
FRESNO COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY CALIFORNIA HISTORY AND GENEALOGY ROOM. Construction was begun in 1922 on the San Joaquin Light and Power building at 1401 Fulton St.. (Fresno Bee)
Tribute to Pele Apr 17, 2009
"Interestingly enough, when I was researching her genealogy, I found out she is a descendant of King Kaumuali'i of Kauai, the only king who was not conquered by Kamehameha. So her mele will be in honor of him." ... "Interestingly enough, when I was researching her genealogy, I found out she is a descendant of King Kaumuali'i of Kauai, the only king who was not conquered by Kamehameha. So her mele will be in honor of him.". (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Who the heck was Hazel Calhoun? Apr 16, 2009
Besides composing (always metered) poetry, Calhoun's hobbies were traveling, tracing her family's genealogy, writing lists, saving quotations and clippings and collecting bits of local history. She was a Presbyterian and the last of her family in the States by 1980. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Local libraries plan spring events, summer reading programs Apr 16, 2009
Additionally, Forest will host a Wii video game events on April 28 and May 26 at 4:30 p.m. and My Mother s Genealogy hosted by the Scott County Genealogical/Historical Society at 2 p.m. Forest s Ladies of the Night book club will discuss The Angels of Lockhart on April 21 at 5:30 p.m. while the Lake Library meets May 14 at 10:30 a.m.. Forest offers a Card Class on April 18 at 10 a.m. and a Scrapbooking Class on May 2 at 10 a.m. Both require a 5 registration fee. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Twister confirmed, residents assess damage Apr 14, 2009
"All of the top story [of my garage] came down, and it wiped out my jewelry business, my sewing business, my genealogy, and my woodcarving," explained Lynn Trzcinsky of Pike Road. Further east residents dealt with even more damage. (WSJA.com, AL)
This week's calendar: April 13 - 19 Apr 13, 2009
Getting Started With Genealogy 6-8:30 p.m.; get started with family research; bring a sweater or light jacket and something to write with; pre-beginning genealogy class; free and open to the public; no registration required ... Genealogy and History Expo 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Connection Caf; at the Overlook, 494 Baxter Street, across from Brumby Hall dorm; includes mini lectures, classes, book sellers, software reviews, lineage societies, free information, door prizes; mini-classes on using... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Obituaries for Friday, April 10, 2009 Apr 10, 2009
Her post retirement years were dedicated to genealogy research, which included several trips to Norway to see for herself where her ancestors came from. She also found a new ohana, serving many years as a docent at Iolani Palace. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Buyer backs out of golf course sale (6) Apr 7, 2009
BRANCH OUT: Sierra Vista Genealogy Club members search for information about their ancestors. Photo Galleries. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Rare old Hawaii items up for bid Apr 7, 2009
Included are an early issue of Ke Kumu Hawaii, the first newspaper printed in Honolulu; a copy of Lili'uokalani's translation of the Kumulipo genealogy chant; and a 19th-century Hawai'i flag hand-painted on silk ... This 1884 report from a board compiling Hawaiian chiefs' genealogy is expected to sell for at least $1,000. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Special Documents Sent Online Apr 4, 2009
com, a worldwide leader in genealogy materials, with nearly 1 million paying subscribers, has started the World Archives Project to expand its existing database of about 7 billion historical records ... Elizabeth Shown Mills, a fellow of the American Society of Genealogists and the National Genealogical Society and author of several books on genealogy, said that access to records including naturalization documents and slave manifests has been limited ... Speaking of the growing popularity of... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Totem Poles Past and Present Apr 2, 2009
Genealogy poles were erected in front of a home to identify the owner s clan and status. Memorial poles were raised in honor of a deceased clan member. (Suite101.com)
Around Your Town community news Apr 1, 2009
The Henry F. Hauser Museum will have a genealogy workshop for beginners today from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Ethel Berger Center, 2950 E. Tacoma St. This is an ongoing project of the Sierra Vista Historical Society. To register, call Karol Childs at 803-7906. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Imelda Marcos's Obsession With Beau... Apr 1, 2009
Imelda even traced her genealogy back to Rome. The huge Cultural Center complex was huge and included major museums Art and Costume, for example. (Suite101.com)
Genealogy road show set for Saturday Mar 27, 2009
Published: Thursday, March 26, 2009 12:58 PM CDT The Arkansas Genealogical Society and the Greene County Historical and Genealogical Society will host the Arkansas Genealogy Road Show on Saturday at the Paragould Community Center ... If you ve gone genealogy research and you ve hit a wall and don t know which direction to go, this panel will help you get over that wall and give you advise on which direction to go, Holmes said. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Library corner 3-26 Mar 26, 2009
A reminder that the library has a computer dedicated to doing genealogy research. We have a binder of helpful information to assist in your search. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
A beekeepers day Mar 24, 2009
Relocating the queen would cause the worker bees in the queenless hive to form a queen and raise their own, Frazier explains, To keep that genealogy going and gives you another hive of bees. At the first hive the bees gently buzz by, circling Frazier, who wears a special jacket with veil and gloves to keep from getting stung. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
DAR gives out annual awards Mar 21, 2009
"We've both been active with Southwestern Michigan College. One thing seems to lead to another. Our background is genealogy. A lot of our interests have come from genealogy and expanded out.". Grif was instrumental in SMC's museum acquiring a Philippine collection which has since been returned to its government. (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
Family’s roots intertwined with city’s Mar 19, 2009
I dig for roots and collect ancestors, Wiese, 86, says of the genealogy hobby that has included writing several books about both sides of a family tree whose roots are intertwined with Corvallis back to 1916 ... In addition to her genealogy work, Wiese attends the First Baptist Church and belongs to several historical societies. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Community Profile:Town Librarian, Maura P. Ritz Mar 19, 2009
Subjects include art and antiques, biography, business, genealogy, health, history, homework helpers, language, legal, literary, test preparation, periodicals, and science. A new addition to the databases is Vault Online Career Library. (Fairfield Minuteman, CT)
Kathaleen Dunham Mar 15, 2009
Her interests and hobbies were continuing education, music, playing piano, roses, cooking and genealogy. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Dunham, M.D. of Frostproof; and brothers, Marvin Cannon, Eugene Cannon, Billy Cannon of Frostproof and John C. J.C. Cannon of Steinhatchee. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Community Notes Mar 14, 2009
OTTAWA The LaSalle County Genealogy Guild will meet at 1 p.m. March 21 at the Guild Library, 115 W. Glover St., with Ottawa native Candice Wilmont as the speaker. Trip planned. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
AROUND THE COMMUNITY Mar 14, 2009
1:30 p.m. March 29: ;Tracing grandmother;s roots; Alice Lintereau, a noted area genealogist in the Shabbona-Lee-Rollo Historical Group, will give a lecture on her personal journey and the process of tracing one;s genealogy. For additional information call, Basketcases 815-393-3414 or Wild Thyme 815-784-4237. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
In recession, libraries do brisk business Mar 14, 2009
While setting new records for computer log-ins and circulation, libraries are adapting to the needs of the crowd more workshops about avoiding foreclosure and job searching, fewer devoted to genealogy or book groups. Computers and computer education are the most sought-after resources. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Genealogy Meeting Mar 13, 2009
Publication Date: Friday, March 13, 2009. By Maxine ChristensenSpecial to the NT. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Around Oconee: Donation deadline nears Mar 11, 2009
Genealogy workshop offered by library. The Oconee County Library is offering a free beginners' how-to computer class on genealogy research through the Internet, to be held at 2 p.m. March 21. (Athens Banner-Herald)
DAR Awards Day features national and state recognition Mar 11, 2009
"We've both been active with Southwestern Michigan College. One thing seems to lead to another. Our background is genealogy. A lot of our interests have come from genealogy and expanded out.". Mrs. Cook remembers one car trip where they arose early and were debating the causes of the American Revolution by 6:30 a.m.. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Sources for Researching Irish Ances... Mar 5, 2009
A few decades ago the government decided to use genealogy to promote tourism ... The Irish Family History Foundation coordinates access to records of a network of government-approved genealogy research centers ... com's Irish Genealogy section is a major online source for databases, sources, how-to advice, searchable indices and some digitalized images. (Suite101.com)
Ancestry of the British Royal Famil... Mar 5, 2009
Royal Genealogy Resources: Burke's Peerage and Gentry ... Free Online Databases for British Royal Family Genealogy: RoyaList ... Researchers can also access online royal genealogy forums for on-going advice on securing and interpreting primary documents, as well as the legitimacy of secondary documents. (Suite101.com)
Epic Data New Product Announcement: IntegraTrak(TM) Mar 3, 2009
In addition to parts and asset location, IntegraTrak can also provide an audit trail of a part's movement and a complete genealogy of a final assembly for quality control and production reporting. Further, IntegraTrak works seamlessly with Epic Data's IntegraNet real-time shop floor data collection management system to ensure the integrity and 24/7 availability of shop floor data for ERP and other manufacturing operations management (MOM) systems. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Events planned for library's grand opening celebration Feb 26, 2009
program is set for 2-3 p.m. March 6 in the genealogy area, which has tripled in size by moving into the former children/youth area in the renovated south wing. Snyder said the genealogy area has newspaper microfilm, school yearbooks and many other resources. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
The big list of festivals Feb 20, 2009
Also trace your genealogy with the help of clan members in their perspective tents or learn a little about the Scottish culture in the Language and Celtic Studies tent. Margaret T. Hance Park 1134 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Crusader out to protect the past against those plundering it for profits Feb 13, 2009
The name Majapahit Gotrah Wilwatikta is taken from the genealogy of Majapahit (trah means having a lineage), while Wilwatikta is another name for Majapahit. The group has only three members - Anis and his colleagues Saifullah Barnawi and Paidi Jolali - but they are nevertheless being heard in their strong opposition to a massive development project for the Majapahit Information Center. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Retracing Updike's Steps In NW Corner's Libraries Feb 13, 2009
In the 1990s, Mr. Updike's wife, Martha, developed a curiosity for genealogy and set out for small libraries in New York state and Connecticut to peruse their local history sections. He dutifully joined her on the trips, which led to the article. (Litchfield County Times, CT)
Fremont Commission generous with three proposals Feb 10, 2009
"When this happened, 10,000 files in our genealogy file and our programs disappeared. We also lost many lists used to update files, including our master list.". Daniels said all the organization needs is a hard drive and printer. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Obituary Help Feb 7, 2009
University of Georgia Carl Vinson Institute of Government Georgia genealogy links. View a list of Kenneth Thomas genealogy columns from the AJC archives ... Even more links for the genealogy researcher. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Preserving family histories: Missionaries work to capture Midcoast records Mar 29, 2008
She talked about the evolution of genealogy in her time ... Technology has been wonderful for genealogy, she said ... She used to teach genealogy and was passionate about preserving people s histories, J.R. said. (Courier Publications, ME)
Distant Cousins: Clinton, Jolie; Pitt, Obama Mar 26, 2008
Child has spent the last three years tracing the candidates' genealogy, along with senior research scholar Gary Boyd Roberts, author of the 1989 book, "Ancestors of American Presidents.". Clinton's distant cousins include beatnik author Jack Kerouac and Camilla Parker-Bowles, wife of Prince Charles of England. (KCRA 3, CA)
'Lunatic Asylum' Renaming in W. Va. Sparks Fury Among... Mar 23, 2008
The genealogy society she founded, Hackers Creek Pioneer Descendants, worked for six years in the Weston Colored School, another National Historic Landmark. "There were those people who were upset with us because we used the name. But that was the name, and the community was proud of it," Gilchrist-Stalnaker said. (Fox News)
List of April-June festivals in the Southeast Mar 22, 2008
Bagpipes, Highland dancers and athletic competitions, Kilted Mile Run and Kilted Golf Classic, genealogy information, children's crafts. Blairsville, 877-745-5789. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Waltham library joins community of people who try to reunite families, old photos Mar 20, 2008
"People like to see photos. A lot of people are visualists. A lot of people are doing genealogy, and there was an aspect of genealogy that wasn't tapped. Here, you can look and find a face from 100 years ago that's related to you.". Bott and the other four volunteers running the site commonly get tearful phone calls and emotional e-mails from people who find meaningful photos - people who were separated from other branches of a family after a tragedy, or find replacements for photos long ago... (Boston Globe)
Divine restoration: Couple’s secret to converting a former church into a home - lots of hard work Mar 8, 2008
Since both Tye and Sandy are genealogy enthusiasts, that was all they needed to set them on the hunt for more information. They knew Great-Uncle Frank had been a builder in La Crosse and were soon able to track down proof that he had, indeed, built the church they were now remodeling into their home. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Former P.I. hunts down history, heritageSecaucus-based genealogist helps Americans find ancestors Mar 1, 2008
When asked how she became interested in genealogy, she started by discussing her career - in law enforcement ... "That's part of what also draws me to genealogy." ... "Genealogy research is one of the most popular hobbies in this country," Weiner noted last week. (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)
What's ahead Feb 29, 2008
The Coquille Valley Genealogy Club will meet at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 6, in the meeting room of the Flora M. Laird Memorial Library, 435 Fifth St., in Myrtle Point. The speaker for the evening will be Dale Hoffman. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Historic Items Convey Story Of Bygone Era Feb 28, 2008
In addition, a museum shop allows history buffs to browse a collection of handmade craft items, original paintings by North Fork artists and books on local history and genealogy. The "virtu" exhibition will begin on March 1 and run until May 4. (Suffolk Life Newspapers, NY)
Riding the 'genetic revolution' Feb 27, 2008
The increasingly popular hobby of genealogy is now big business for Houston-based , which sells and processes mail-in test kits for people interested in tracing their ancestry ... "In addition to being a pioneer in this field, we felt that growth at that point was solid and the concept of genetic genealogy was being more accepted among genealogists -- amateurs and professionals," says Max Blankfeld, vice president of operations. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Freedmen's Bureau helps genealogists narrow their quest Feb 27, 2008
The Freedmen's Bureau collection is unusual because it brings state-level documents to be analyzed together, removing the need for researchers to skip among state archives in search of information, archivist-genealogy specialist Reginald Washington said after a lecture at the National Archives earlier this month ... Links to other information on genealogy. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Millinery Memories: A newly discovered family connection lead two women to a treasure trove of hats Feb 24, 2008
She then called me from home with the genealogy and, sure enough, it is the same family ... I now have a genealogy of my Dad s family, said Bowen. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Slave manifests offer link to ancestors Feb 23, 2008
"This is like a gold mine in genealogy because you are working with such little information," said Eric Sawyer, chairman of Saturday's event ... "Europeans can track their history to the 1300s. But if you are African-American, you hit a brick wall in the 1870s," said Davis-Hamilton, a member of the Atlanta metro chapter of the African-American Historical Genealogy Society. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Who Owns History? Feb 22, 2008
I'm betting now it will be a long time before a U.S. museum director buys another ancient treasure with a wink and a nod or anything less than a documented-ownership trail longer than an Old Testament genealogy and much more credible. But the givebacks of recent years are just part of an accelerating worldwide struggle over the past. (Time.com)
Obituaries for Thursday, Feb. 21, 2008 Feb 21, 2008
He enjoyed collecting coins and stamps, photography, genealogy and do-it-yourself projects. Don is survived by three children, Kevin of Devils Lake, N.D., Michael (Sarah) of London and Katherine (John) Noone of Fargo, N.D.; four grandchildren, Matthew Ellingson, Leah Keefe, Anna Keefe and Katie Keefe; two brothers Father Joseph Keefe of Rochester, Minn. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Cass County Calendar Feb 21, 2008
The Cass County Genealogical Society will gather in the Genealogy Room at the Atlantic Public Library at 5 p.m. for a work session. The meeting will follow at 6 p.m. Anyone interested in family history is welcome to join us. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Infotainment Feb 19, 2008
3 million, the Confucius Genealogy Compilation Committee. Daily Times - All Rights Reserved. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
A History of Hatboro Feb 19, 2008
The Story of a Small Pennsylvania Town. Hatboro has seen fascinating history: a Revolutionary War battle, a visit by future president George Washington, buildings and institutions dating over two centuries. (Suite101.com)
Black Mountain takes a big step forward Feb 19, 2008
But with its feet planted firmly in the past, Vancouver-based Black Mountain nonetheless takes a big step forward with its sophomore album, "In the Future." There's no questioning Black Mountain's debt to its genealogy: The heavy blues-based grooves and gritty, spacey guitar work owe much to early Black Sabbath, Blue Cheer, and Hawkwind, particularly on tracks such as "Stormy High," "Evil Ways," and the nearly 17 way-out-there minutes of "Bright Lights." But with a dimensional knack for... (Boston Globe)
65 years after disaster ... Feb 17, 2008
He also talked to the dwindling number of family members of Smith miners and used the Internet to track down the genealogy of the victims. Spending 10 hours a week on research, he d get up at 4 a.m. to work on the project before he headed to his job with Computers Unlimited. (Montana Standard, MT)
On display (49) Feb 15, 2008
Linn County Historical Museum, 101 Park St. Covered wagon, exhibits of pioneer life, tools, clothing, genealogy library and movie theater housed in the original Brownsville train depot. Hours: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Saturday, and 1-5 p.m. Sunday. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Black History celebrated Feb 15, 2008
Sharon and Nelson have been researching their family genealogy for the last couple of years. Benton Harbor's "Say It Loud- We're Black and Proud". (Niles Star, MI)
Community Events Feb 14, 2008
TODAY'S MOST POPULAR. For more information log on to www. (Buffalo Reflex, MO)
Around Oconee: Farm protection on tap Feb 13, 2008
The Oconee County Library is offering Genealogy Online, a how-to computer class for those interested in genealogy at 2 p.m. Saturday. The course is geared toward conducting genealogy research on the Internet, with tips on searching for surnames and ancestors. (Athens Banner-Herald)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: VFW plans Valentine's Day dinner/dance Feb 12, 2008
Genealogy group to meet Feb. 16. ESCONDIDO -- The Escondido Genealogy Society will hold its annual luncheon meeting at 11 a.m. Feb. 16 at Spires restaurant, 1215 E. Valley Parkway ... The program will be "Genealogy and Our Ancestors' Occupations." Information: Barbara Wickham, (760) 489-7760. (North County Times)
MLB Ambassador Program visits Africa Feb 11, 2008
"They're playing ball in South Africa, and they're trying to get it started in Ghana. From what I saw, they've got some pretty good ballplayers, but they're kind of on the small side. It seems like they're either real big -- seven-footers -- or small, depending on the tribe, genealogy, lineage. "You should have seen those guys picking up ground balls on bad hops on those rock fields. It was really something. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Slave child's life traced in museum exhibit Feb 11, 2008
In conjunction with the exhibit, the State Museum will offer a genealogy workshop on Feb. 16 to guide African-Americans in researching their own personal family heritage. Noted genealogist and scholar, Alexia Helsley will conduct the workshop. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
