More on Catholic Given NamesWhen our daughter was baptized in 1962 we told the priest that we had named her Karen Marie. The pastor said that Karen is derived from the name Catherine, and Marie is derived from Mary. Then he further commented that since Mary is the mother of God her name had to […]
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Many people are unsure about how to store the documents they have collected in the course of their genealogical quest. There are a number of considerations in selecting the right storage containers, binders, file folders, and the like. You also have to be aware that anything published on newsprint can spell disaster to documents stored […]
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This week my brother-in-law and his wife will be in town so I’m taking a few days off to enjoy their company. But with Independence Day just around the corner, I thought I’d poke around a bit to gather some Revolutionary War articles and resources to help you uncover those Revolutionary ancestors in your family tree. Here […]
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This article intends to describe the process and criteria for obtaining a marriage certificate.
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I got an interesting e-mail this morning and I thought I’d throw it out there for discussion. It brings up a very interesting and valid concern for all of us as we try to preserve the story of our families. Here’s what Jana had to say:My adult children often say, “I’m blogging this!” You know, we genealogists cherish […]
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A few months ago I wrote about the Irish in England. This article takes a look at the English in Scotland, a topic that receives little attention. However, in recent years, and from a modern perspective, academics and others in the UK are taking an interest. In 2001 the number of people living in Scotland […]
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The year was 1828 and in the United States, it was an election year. Following Andrew Jackson’s loss to John Quincy Adams in 1824, the presidential campaign for 1828 began as soon as Adams took office in 1825 and lasted the entire length of his presidency. In 1824, neither candidate won a majority of electoral […]
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Summertime means vacations and research trips. Are you one of the many hitting the courthouses this year? If so, there are a few things to remember before loading all your research into the car or van.First: Exactly what courthouse do you need? Check books such as the Red Book, Everton’s Handy Book for Genealogists, or […]
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Summer is a time of extreme temperatures, and extremes are the last thing we want for our family history records, heirlooms, and memorabilia. Check your precious stashes of family history and make sure that they are in a stable environment and are not showing signs of damage from extreme temperatures, humidity, and other hazards. Periodic […]
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For many, understanding family’s rich and diverse history may not be the easiest task at hand. Lots of extended families are marked by numerous divorces and separations, the conjoining of several lineages and even adoption. While figuring out one’s family tree may look intimidating, genealogy service is a trusted source in untangling even the most complex family history.
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