tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13625039193922944152024-02-18T20:40:26.880-07:00Ancestral BreezesTelling the stories of my past; gently swaying in the breezes of the High Country.
Written by Jen Baldwin, Genealogist and Family Historian in Colorado.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10088409491178996382noreply@blogger.comBlogger298125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362503919392294415.post-5816181869496136942015-04-26T12:46:00.001-06:002015-04-26T12:46:13.156-06:00Getting ready for #NGS2015GEN via #genchat<i><span style="font-size: large;">This past Friday, #genchat was all about St. Louis research. I was delighted to have the St. Louis Genealogical Society join me in a "everything you need to know" style question & answer chat. </span></i><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">As the excitement builds for the <a href="http://conference.ngsgenealogy.org/" target="_blank"><b>National Genealgoical Society 2015 Family History Conference</b></a>, I wanted to do something special. So I was very happy when the St. Louis Genealogical Society reached out to me on Twitter, and agreed to work together on a collaborative #genchat session. This was, in my opinion, a great way to put us all into the mindset for St. Louis research and a great way to introduce us to the true experts in that area. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">A few highlights for me from the chat included the timeline they provided for ethnic migation through the area. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">To read the entire chat, please visit the <a href="https://storify.com/ancestryjourney" target="_blank"><b>Storify page</b></a>, where you can actually find several chats preserved. Everyone is welcome to join in on #genchat, every other Friday on Twitter. You can find all the details on our website: genealogygenchat.com. Follow the chats at <a href="https://twitter.com/_genchat" target="_blank">@_genchat</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I would encourage all of you to add the St. Louis Genealogical Society to your Twitter feed, @StLGS, as well as the National Genealogical Society <a href="https://twitter.com/ngsgenealogy" target="_blank">@NGSgenealogy</a>. Follow me during the conference for updates and activities! <a href="https://twitter.com/ancestryjourney" target="_blank">@ancestryjourney</a> </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">If your society would like to work together with me on a future #genchat, please contact me! I think this is a fantastic way to get the message out about all of the wonderful organizations around the world. </span><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10088409491178996382noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362503919392294415.post-10580895015043926512015-04-24T11:32:00.000-06:002015-04-24T11:34:23.917-06:00Where did Mom's German go? <i>My Mom recently submitted her DNA sample for testing with FamilyTreeDNA. The results were... more than surprising. </i><br />
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Let me start with this: I have a lot to learn about the world of DNA and genealogy. I am just getting started in this excitng new field, but I have a few questions that I felt like DNA could help me.<br />
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So when I asked my Mom to submit her sample to FamilyTreeDNA, I didn't really set up any expectations for the results. I had a general idea: we would certainly see some Irish and German, and I thought there might be a chance of either Native American or African, based on family oral history and theories presented by cousins.<br />
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I can trace my maternal line straight back to Germany - I know the ship the original immigrants arrived on, and I know the family they left behind. I know the two brothers who came over together, and each of their recorded descendants. I've connected with a "cousin" who is still in Germany that can trace back several more generations. There has never been any doubt that my mother has German heritage. Um... what happened to Germany?<br />
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For reference, Mom's surname is HEERTEN. There are very few of us in the U.S., so if you have that name in your tree, we're related... so PLEASE CONTACT ME. :)<br />
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<b><span lang="EN-GB">January 9, 2015</span></b><b> – Austin, TX</b>. The early registration discount for the 2015 Federation of Genealogical Societies Conference ends <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_815967263" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">January 23</span></span>. Early registrants pay $159 for the full four days. The online registration price increases to $189 after <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_815967264" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">January 23</span></span>. The cost to add-on RootsTech remains $39. <span lang="EN-GB"><a href="https://www.fgsconference.org/registration/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank"><span lang="EN-US">Register now</span></a></span> to pay the lowest registration price.</div>
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The Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS) was founded in 1976 and represents the members of hundreds of genealogical societies. FGS links the genealogical community by helping genealogical societies strengthen and grow through resources available online, <i>FGS Forum</i> magazine (filled with articles pertaining to society management and genealogical news), and Society Strategy Series papers, covering topics about effectively operating a genealogical society. FGS also links the genealogical community through its annual conference -- four days of excellent lectures, including one full day devoted to society management topics. To learn more visit <span lang="EN-GB"><a href="http://www.fgs.org/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank"><span lang="EN-US">http://www.fgs.org</span></a></span>.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10088409491178996382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362503919392294415.post-16126571837530786292015-01-03T17:52:00.000-07:002015-01-03T17:52:58.314-07:00It starts with just one clue...<i>About a year ago, I received another box of genealogy goodies from my family. Unfortunately, it sat for a while, as other part of my life took precedence. I finally got a chance to really dig into the material recently, and I found this photo... </i><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Jennie Yoe has been a great source of information for me in the past. I first learned of Jennie as I was examining the widow's pension file for Frances (Lawrence) Brown. As <b><a href="http://ancestralbreezes.blogspot.com/search/label/Oscar%20F.%20Brown" target="_blank">Oscar's</a></b> widow, Frances submitted her paperwork almost immediately after his death, and her file is quite large (for which I am grateful!) Included in that material, is an affidavit, written by Jennie Yoe: </span><br />
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I Jennie E Yoe being duly sworn... I am a niece of Oscar F Brown who died October 12th, 1906 at Central City, Nebraska, that I had known him since girlhood, that I knew him before the war, and he was guest at my father & mother's home in Shelbina, Mo, after the war, when not employed elsewhere. That I know he was never married until he was united with Miss Frances E Lawrence June 14th 1874. That he corresponded before and after his marriage, that in the summer of 1893 he visited me at my home in Independence. I had also visited him and his family in Nebraska.</blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The excitement when I first realized what this letter contained - Oscar's stated niece - was incredible. She is either the daughter of Oscar's sibling, or Frances' sibling, and this was a connection that was new-to-me at the time. I've had the <b><a href="http://ancestralbreezes.blogspot.com/search/label/Lawrence" target="_blank">Lawrence</a></b> tree filled in for a while, and Jennie didn't seem to fit there anywhere, but I double checked it all for a connection to a Yoe family. I found none. Other sources have told me that Oscar had several siblings, so I started to look at Jennie Yoe to learn more. Who was she? </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Jennie was the daughter of Harriet Brown and Warren W. Weatherby, both of Shelby County, Missouri. I knew that Oscar had spent some time in Missouri before the start of the Civil War, and eventually put together that he lived with his married older sister and her family as a young man in that county. Jennie had married William Thomas Yoe, who had moved to Shelby County in 1866, after his own service in the war. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">In 1868, W.T. Yoe and his brother, Charles, began the Independence Tribune newspaper with two others, and in 1871, they moved it to Independence, Kansas. Thanks to <u>A Standard History of Kansas and Kansans</u> (and Google Books), I have a great 2 page summary of the Yoe family, and their newspaper history in the area. I was able to compile all of this research and connect these dots back in 2011 - 2012, so I've known all this for a while. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I didn't have a lot of time to look through the box when I received it from my family. The pieces had mostly been taken from the household of <a href="http://ancestralbreezes.blogspot.com/2013/05/uncle-boone.html" target="_blank"><b>my great uncle</b></a>, who had recently passed away. A few days ago, I felt like I was ready to take another look, so I pulled it back out. And that's when I found it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">A simple brown paper bag, with "Independence, Kansas" written on it. I'd seen similar wrapping and the careful handwriting before, and I believe it to be that of another of my distant Aunt's. My family truly is blessed in that we have a great deal of personal material that has been passed down. Seeing the label on the bag, I very carefully removed the contents. Of course, I immediately recognized that whatever was inside likely had to do with the Yoe's and therefore, may include another clue on Oscar or his family. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Inside, I was astonished to find a picture that was just about right... the woman was about the right age... had the family "look" about her... the clothing was the right era... and when I turned it over, I could barely make out the name, written in pencil, "Jennie." It took me a bit longer to find "Yoe," but it is indeed there. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Included in the envelope with this amazing, now treasured, photograph are several others. Most have hand writing on the back, indicating the people in the image and a year. Some include mention of "Hattie," and the Yoe's did have a daughter named Harriet Elizabeth; I've seen her referenced as Hattie elsewhere. With a bit more research, I am fairly confident that I will be able to connect the photograph's with Hattie Yoe.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I also found a card stock envelope from the Ford Optical Company (a Kodak and Eyeglass store) in Denver, Colorado. It is addressed to Mrs. Ben Shearston of Brighton, Colo., who is a niece of Frances Lawrence. To my knowledge, the Shearston's never lived in Kansas, so it would appear that the collections got mixed, however it adds more understanding to some of the other photographs. Many refer to "Ben," and initial review indicates that is probably Ben Shearston, rather than a relation to Jennie Yoe, as I have not yet been able to find a Ben or Benjamin in Jennie's line. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Another connection back to the Lawrence family is a photo of two headstone's, one of which clearly says "Lawrence," and the other, though more difficult to read, I believe says John H. Lawrence. On the back, "Taken May 29, 1918 Father lies at the left of the stone, Mother at the right. Little Ruth at Dear Mother's feet. Brother Jesse beside little Ruth." If I am right, then this is the grave site of John H. Lawrence, Jr., a veteran of the Civil War, his wife, Martha Augusta Ransom, and their children. Although the name Ruth is new to me, I do know that they had a son Jesse, who died at the age of 8 years old. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I'm quite excited to continue this line of research. The biography of the Yoe brothers in the Kansas and Kansans text lists several family members, including Jennie and W.T. Yoe's children. It would certainly be incredible to trace the family to current day and try to find a descendant of my 2nd great grand aunt, Harriet Brown! </span><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10088409491178996382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362503919392294415.post-72750999260335669042014-12-22T17:32:00.002-07:002014-12-22T17:32:40.280-07:00Setting the stage for success<i>In February, 2015, I will be traveling to Salt Lake City, Utah for the combined FGS and Rootstech conference. I am thrilled to have the chance at a bit of research at the Family History Library along with the conference activities. This is my version of pre-planning for this research adventure. </i><br />
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Believe it or not, February will be here before most of us can blink. There is much to do before this once in a lifetime event, and many attendees will be making sure that they get quality research time in at the Family History Library. I'm one of those folks. </div>
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Admittedly, the library will be crowded. Like no-room-to-sit, 15-people-in-every-aisle, staff-run-ragged busy. Imagine this incredible library filled with people, and then realize that every one of them have computers, binders, notebooks, bags, and all the other "stuff" most of us take into a research facility. Then pile on heavy winter jackets, hats, mittens, and scarves. A lot of people, a lot of stuff. This equates, in my mind, to preparation. In order for me to be successful, I need to be ready as soon as I walk in the door. </div>
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Last year when I attended, I was able to stay after the conference and spend two full days in the Library. That was fantastic... but I don't think I'm going to have that luxury this year. I also learned last year that although I felt very prepared with my research goals in hand, I was simply <i>not prepared enough. </i>I was still successful - I found some great material that has helped me considerably in my research. However, I could have done more. </div>
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In 2014, I used Evernote to log my research at the library. It worked, to a point. I needed a better set up for inputting search results, and tracking my progress. I would have benefited a great deal from reading through Cyndi Ingle's <a href="http://evernotegenealogy.postach.io/" target="_blank">Evernote for Every Genealogist</a> blog, and using her advice to create a <a href="http://www.cyndislist.com/evernote/templates/" target="_blank">better template</a>. Evernote is a great tool, and I use it daily, but the other realization I had was that it didn't work for me in that environment (at least, not in the way I had it set up). </div>
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I have found that Excel is such <b><a href="http://ancestralbreezes.blogspot.com/2014/04/using-excel-in-genealogy.html" target="_blank">an amazing tool for genealogy</a></b>, and I have used it in several other research projects and in a variety of ways to organize my data. I decided that for 2015, I needed to go back to what I was comfortable with, instead of trying to learn enough about Evernote to make it work. I'm creating a template specifically for research in the FHL, so I can pull it out for any project, any time. </div>
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As of right now (and always subject to change) the column headings include: </div>
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<li>Location</li>
<li>Year (if known)</li>
<li>Other Parties</li>
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Putting together my list is actually fairly simple, thanks to a tip I picked up from <a href="http://www.djoshuataylor.com/" target="_blank">D. Joshua Taylor</a> a few months ago. His suggestion was to maintain a running list of resources I want or need to pursue at any of the major genealogy libraries around the country. You never know when you might have the opportunity to research at the DAR library in Washington DC, or the Allen County Public LIbrary Genealogy Center in Fort Wayne, for example. Life happens fast, so these unexpected research trips may not leave you with a great deal of time to prep. If you have the running list handy, you can take advantage of these random moments of genealogy heaven. I took this advice to heart; and since I travel a lot more these days due to my work with Findmypast, I thought it was a great idea. Therefore, I have a running list of film's to look at the Family History Library (ironically, I keep this list in Evernote!). All of this means that all I need to do is transfer the information to my spreadsheet, and I'm good to go. </div>
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One thing I will be missing this year, more than anything else, is my research partner. Last year, my daughter was able to spend a day at the Library with me, and we had a marvelous day together exploring our history. She was only four years old at the time, and really got excited exploring the microfilm, the stacks, using the reader's, and seeing the museum style displays around the library. Unfortunately, she won't be joining me in Salt Lake City again this year. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Every year around this time, the internet fills up with articles and stories about the "best gifts for genealogists." All of those shiny tech toys, subscriptions to pay sites, trips to distant courthouses, education programs and attendance at various events are appealing to me, and to many of you. But this year, there is only one thing I want. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">This year for Christmas, I want to <b>preserve history. </b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">That's it. Simple. Straight forward. And actually very easy to do. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The best part is, we can all be a part of it. We can all contribute to this great effort, we can all take pride in the fact that we helped to save page after page of these original records. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Asking for donations to the <a href="http://www.preservethepensions.org/" target="_blank"><b>War of 1812 Preserve the Pensions</b></a> effort is easy; and I'm not above begging. Really. Making a donation is easy too; I've got it set up to make a monthly donation automatically on a day, and for an amount, that works for me. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So what's stopping you? Make a donation today. Save history. Save it for researcher's everywhere now, and for future generations. Save it for historians and military enthusiasts. Save it for teachers and educators that rely on historic records to bring history to life. Save it for every one of us, forever. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: red;"><b>$45 saves 200 pages</b></span>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">That's it. Pretty simple. <a href="http://www.preservethepensions.org/" target="_blank">Make a donation</a>, take part in this historic effort, and give the gift of history for generations to come. </span><br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10088409491178996382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362503919392294415.post-16603736347774440322014-12-04T21:02:00.002-07:002014-12-04T21:07:13.846-07:00Rolling Resources<i>During a recent family excursion to the <a href="http://www.fcmod.org/" target="_blank">Fort Collins Museum of Discovery</a>, I stumbled across this genealogy resource on wheels. How would you write the citation? </i><br />
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The Fort Collins Museum of Discover is a wonderful facility that we have just recently explored. We enjoyed our first day there so much, in fact, that my parents decided to gift us with a family pass for the coming year. My daughter and I were thrilled, as there is much yet to explore.<br />
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I did not have a great deal of time that day to ask around, but I did email the archives this week to ask about the signatures, and if they had ever been transcribed. I received the following response back from the curator at the museum:<br />
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I received your inquiry... "about signatures on the Museum's Frank Miller Mud Wagon. What an interesting notion, to follow up on the names signed on the wagon! I don't know of, and was unable to find any record of anyone transcribing them. The wagon underwent a fairly intensive conservation/restoration in 1995, and we have the report here at the Museum. The report mentions that the conservation work retained the penciled signatures, but doesn't describe them. It included several photos, but none that specifically focus on the signatures. </blockquote>
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From what I can tell, the signatures date from two periods. In the days before WWII, Frank Miller entertained a steady stream of guests, including many Western performers and celebrities, at his guest ranch and exotic animal zoo, Trail's End. Several sources mention that many of these visitors signed the body of the wagon. Will Rogers is said to have added his signature in pencil at this time (though I haven't found it yet). Miller gave the wagon to the City of Fort Collins in 1948 as a memorial to his son, who had died in Germany during WWII. The wagon was displayed downtown in an open-windowed brick building and many passerby added their signatures to it then. In 1978 the wagon, deteriorating from exposure to the weather in this semi-enclosed shelter, was moved into storage at the Fort Collins Museum. The wagon came back out on exhibit in 1990 in the Museum's gallery.</blockquote>
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So the signatures would date from about 1917 to the mid-1940s, and from 1948 to 1978." </blockquote>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10088409491178996382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362503919392294415.post-60754707259078159942014-11-30T20:58:00.001-07:002014-11-30T20:58:10.286-07:00Keeping it all moving<i><span style="font-size: large;">As 2014 comes to a close, I am looking ahead to 2015 and the many ongoing projects I am a part of. This evaluation process made me realize that I am actively involved in writing for five blogs! That's quite a bit to keep track of, so I took the time to work out a system.</span></i><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">As we all start to realize that 2015 is just a few short weeks away, I took a good, hard look at my organizational process for the blogs that I am involved in. There are five, and combined with my other responsibilities, it's easy to lose track and lose time. Planning ahead, and keeping that plan within quick reach, is essential to my success. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Although I do not normally write a lot of "how to organize" posts, I wanted all of this in writing somewhere, so here we are. A few simple proactive steps to get me set up for success. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">First, I use the Arc system from Staples to keep my paper things together. Yes, I use <a href="https://www.evernote.com/referral/Registration.action?uid=19589151&sig=1146759ef685738bf8c753823e4ffdc7" target="_blank">Evernote</a> and <a href="https://en.todoist.com/" target="_blank">ToDoist</a> in my virtual life, but I still love to have things in front of me, in writing. With blogs, I use calendars. Simple, straight forward calendars. When I am working on a project that includes more people, I prefer to have a shared Google calendar in place, but I always, <i>always</i>, have it laid out on paper, too. There's something to be said about scratching off each post as it is finished... it's just satisfying. The Arc system is a disc style planner (<a href="http://www.staples.com/sbd/cre/marketing/arc/" target="_blank">like this one</a>), and I L.O.V.E. my planner. There are other brands available, but I like the options that Staples offers, and at a reasonable price. I actually have two - one for my full time job at <a href="http://www.findmypast.com/" target="_blank">Findmypast</a> and one for "everything else." </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">One of the best investments I ever made was finding the specialized hole punch for the disc bound planner system (<a href="http://www.staples.com/M-by-Staples-Arc-System-Desktop-Punch-8-Sheet-Capacity/product_324688" target="_blank">like this one</a>). I grabbed it on clearance a while back, and I love that I can use it to add any old piece of paper I want to my planner; I do not have to purchase anything new or special. With that in mind, I went in search of some printables to help me move into 2015... </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">For me, these needed to have two essential elements: clean, simple style, and the ability to customize the same template for each of the blogs I am a part of. Although I found some great examples on <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>, none of them quite met my needs (see my <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/ancestryjourney/discbound-planner/" target="_blank">Discbound Planner board</a>). I moved to Microsoft Word to see what options I had that might better accommodate what I had in my head, and I found the "<a href="http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/templates/results.aspx?qu=monthly+and+weekly+planning+calendar&ex=1&origin=TC102919537#ai:TC102807053|" target="_blank">Monthly and Weekly Planning Calendar</a>." </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">This template was modified to meet my needs, and it will be an easy one to print and keep moving forward with throughout the year. With consistent use, I'll be on top of my blogging goals for the duration of 2015. The flexibility of the template will allow me to adapt to changing needs and "we've got to post this today" situations. After working to put all this together, I decided it was an hour well spent, and I'm already putting together content ideas for the first few months. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">For those who are interested, <a href="http://www.ancestraljourney.net/free-template.html" target="_blank">you can download my template here</a>. See if it works for you. If not, find something else that does. If you can stick to a blogging calendar, you may just be surprised at your level of productivity on the blog; they are essential tools in keeping your site moving. </span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10088409491178996382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362503919392294415.post-11408083213178407962014-11-02T13:57:00.000-07:002014-11-02T13:57:02.896-07:00Joys of a Brickwall<i><span style="font-size: large;">On a recent excursion to the City Park with my family, I was inspired to think of my genealogy brick wall in a different way. </span></i><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Many of us have been there. The frustration. The dashed hope. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The seemingly endless pursuit of new material, new research, new resources. The absolute challenge of a brick wall. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">In reality, when you stop and think about the process you have gone through in trying to put the pieces together, as meager as some of them may be, you also start to realize how much you have learned. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Imagine genealogy without any challenges. It's a gloomy vision, to be sure. </span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://ancestralbreezes.blogspot.com/search/label/Oscar%20F.%20Brown" target="_blank">Oscar</a> is my opportunity. </span></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Changing my outlook on the "brick wall" of a genealogy research project means giving it a new name. Brick wall has too many negative connotations for me, so I'm now going to think of my project as my "opportunity." And his name is Oscar. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://ancestralbreezes.blogspot.com/search/label/Oscar%20F.%20Brown" target="_blank">Oscar was born around 1832 in New York, and died in 1906 in Nebraska</a>. I know a great deal about his adult life, it's his childhood and his parents that have been difficult to pin down. I've been working on Oscar's story since I started on my family history, he has always been a bit of an enigma. I realize, though, that perception is everything, and as I commonly say, "life is in the details." I wonder how many resources I have discovered in the course of the last fifteen years that would have remained "unknown" to me without Oscar? </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I certainly would not know as much about early Michigan history, or the development of western New York. I would know next to nothing about the <a href="http://ancestralbreezes.blogspot.com/search/label/Mississippi%20Marine%20Brigade" target="_blank">Mississippi Marine Brigade</a>, and its role patrolling the Mississippi River during the Civil War (and without all of that information, how would I have been able to stump the military researcher at the Denver National Archives a couple years ago on a question about the unit?). </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The four inch binder of material that has been accumulated would not be nearly as thick, and the little clues hidden within would have been overlooked. The intricate details of Oscar's life may have remained unknown for a long, long time. The detailed study of his life, his timeline, would not exist. I never would have stopped to question, "what did Oscar farm in Nebraska? What was his crop?" "Did the family have live stock? If so, what effect did <a href="http://ancestralbreezes.blogspot.com/search/label/barbed%20wire" target="_blank">barbed wire</a> have on the homestead?" The questions I've asked over the course of this project would have gone unasked. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">All of this is done with really one primary objective: identifying with as much certainty as possible who Oscar's parents are. That's really been the burning question for a long time for me. Along the way, though, the treasures - answers to these questions and more - have been uncovered. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I would challenge you to think of your "brick wall" in a new way. As you grasp one ring, continue to reach for the next. Remember that every clue is important, no matter how small it may be at the time. Remember that the challenge of the hunt is what makes us good researchers, the application of our discoveries is what makes us great. </span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10088409491178996382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362503919392294415.post-16913284559532264122014-10-26T17:08:00.000-06:002014-10-26T17:08:01.661-06:00Keep Looking<i><span style="font-size: large;">This past weekend, my Aunt from Alabama traveled to Colorado for a visit. My parents, my sister and her family, myself and my family, and our Aunt, all gathered in Leadville, Colorado to create some fall memories. While there, I wanted to get back to the Evergreen Cemetery to correct a mistake I made a few years ago: insufficient headstone photos. </span></i><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thomas Perkins was born in England, and I first discovered his headstone about five years ago. The story is a bit long, so bear with me. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thomas Perkins was the first husband of Mary Isabelle Daniel. Mary was born in 1868 in Cornwall, England, and is the mother of three children. She arrived in America and appears to have traveled almost directly to Colorado. Although still unclear where the marriage between them took place, they ended up in Leadville, which is the highest incorporated town in the United States, sitting just above 12,000 feet in elevation. In the late 1800s, it was a booming city, and was even considered for the Colorado state capitol at one point. The town was the epicenter of the various mineral rushes in Colorado through the late 1800s and through the 1900s. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">After Thomas died in 1900, Mary continued on in Leadville for a few years. She ran a boarding house on East 5th Street, just three blocks from where my sister lives today. For whatever reason, in 1910, she and her children traveled to Springview, Keya Paha County, Nebraska, where she married my great grand uncle, Dick Heerten. Technically, she responded to his ad in "Lonely Hearts" magazine, or so the family story goes, and they were married within minutes of her stepping off the train. They then headed out to his farm, where they raised her three children, and life appears to have progressed fairly smoothly for the couple. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The thing is, our family never knew about Mary and her first husband until just a couple of years ago when I managed to dig it up from the black hole of history where family stories go to die. I put the pieces together and when I finally realized the truth of the story, my family was a little more than surprised. Not only has this particular line (the Heerten's) never before had any connection with Colorado, it was absolutely crazy to us that Mary and Thomas lived in <i>Leadville</i>. The town where my sister and her family had moved to about twelve years ago. A town that none of us had ever heard of before that point, and a town that has since captivated us a bit with its history. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">As this story started to unravel, I went to Evergreen Cemetery in Leadville and found the headstone of Thomas Perkins. I was unsure of his birth date, and his actual death date, and was really hoping there would be more information there. With no images available online that I could identify (at the time, at least; after I found the memorial, I created a place for him on FindAGrave.com), I really felt I needed to see the headstone. And I'm glad I did. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">My mistake came when I walked away without a clear image of the two symbols on his marker. Although relatively common, they are significant enough that I knew I needed to confirm them, leaving no doubt as to their meaning. If you are familiar, you may immediately recognize them. This is what I was determined to correct this past weekend, and I did just that when I visited the site again, accompanied by my husband and my Dad. (Great experience, to walk a cemetery with the two men in this world I love the most.)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">You may know them, you may not. The top one is a bit harder to see, but it is the anchor and shield of the Association of United Workmen. The initials, A.O.U.W. are often inscribed across the symbol, as seen here. The lower symbol is an Elk inside a shield, representing the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks. Both were prominent organizations in Leadville history. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Elks is a great one for me, as I already know the lodge is still active, and my sister has friends who are members. I have an "in" for any future research I may want to do. The A.O.U.W. may be a little more challenging, however, as the Leadville lodge has since gone defunct, and in fact, the organization as a whole has evolved into a life insurance company. The great part for me was as we walked over to the next plot, and I found this: </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I do not know if this person is affiliated in my research of Thomas Perkins in any way, but I'm grateful for them, nonetheless. Why? Because the Lodge for the A.O.U.W. is identified on their marker! "Excelsior Lodge No. 5" is inscribed along the top edge, with the A.O.U.W. symbol on the front angle. Although more ornate than the version on the Perkins stone, there is no doubt that this is the same organization. YES, there could have been more than one lodge in Leadville. NO, there is no guarantee that this was also Thomas Perkins' lodge, but it is a place to start. I almost missed it; I almost just walked on by. But for whatever reason, I didn't. I looked down and paused. I took a second look. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">And that is why I say, keep looking. You never know what is going to be right under your feet. </span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10088409491178996382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362503919392294415.post-47198249669390148482014-10-24T09:49:00.000-06:002014-10-24T09:49:56.682-06:00Looking Forward to #FGS2015; an energetic experience<i>It's been a while. Yes, I know. It was a very long summer pulling me in numerous directions, and while most of it was absolutely incredible, some if it was quite stressful. But now? I'm back, and I'm happy to be blogging for myself again. </i><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The last six months have been a bit of a whirlwind for me, and one of the reasons for that is the upcoming <a href="http://fgs.org/" target="_blank">Federation of Genealogical Societies</a> (FGS) 2015 conference. I was absolutely thrilled - and admittedly, more than a little surprised - to be invited to speak four times at this event. Not only is this an amazing conference to attend, it is also being held in conjunction with RootsTech this year, for a truly "once in a lifetime" event. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The conference itself is going to be quite an experience for all of us who are lucky enough to attend. Between the two events, the educational offerings will be quite extensive. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The exhibit hall and society showcase should be quite something to see, both in size and scope; and of course, let's not overlook the fact that the whole thing takes place just down the road from the Family History Library. Whew. That's a lot to do in one week. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I'm planning on arriving a day or two in advance this year. I'll have much to do in preparation for the conference, as a speaker, FGS Ambassador, and as part of the <a href="http://www.findmypast.com/" target="_blank">Findmypast</a> team. I also plan on staying on a couple days afterwards, to visit with family and spend some time doing research at the library. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I think sometimes it is hard to write down what you experience at a conference. If you have never attended an event like this, understand that through the crowds, the rush to see a favorite speaker, the nearly frantic pace to "get as much as I can" into your schedule for a week; the energy consumes you. There is no other feeling like it, the "conference high," when you arrive home and just cannot wait to dig into your research once again. Even those who have been working on a frustrating project for decades can find renewed energy and passion for a mystery still to be solved. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">As an FGS Ambassador, I will likely put most of my time into my social media channels, sharing the news, and getting the word out from the conference committee. You can easily find updates by following the hashtag, #FGS2015, or directly from the <a href="https://www.fgsconference.org/" target="_blank">website</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The event takes place February 11 - 14, 2015, and I certainly hope to see you there! </span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10088409491178996382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362503919392294415.post-76687653967743725822014-07-05T04:00:00.000-06:002014-07-05T04:00:06.464-06:00Making a Plan: #FGS2014<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As a conference attendee, planning your days at an event like the Federation of Genealogical Societies Annual Conference can be quite rewarding. It's quite helpful to know in advance which sessions are on your "must-see" list and which special events and luncheons to look forward to. As a conference vendor, volunteer, speaker, ambassador, and attendee, the planning becomes a bit more... complicated. </div>
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Of course, I also want some time for networking, visiting with friends, and toss in the live #genchat that will be done from the venue. All of this pretty much means it's going to be a long week, I'm going to be exhausted when it's done, but I'm going to have a grand time. </div>
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My planning actually started a while ago when I settled on my dates. I'll be in San Antonio the Monday before the conference, and I'll stay through the week, leaving the Monday after. Yes, it's an entire week of heat-filled fun in Texas for me, but I'm going to need it. I'm going to need the time to settle in a bit, get myself organized, and ensure that I have everything I need. That's what Monday is all about. Travel - set up - change of mindset from regular life to conference life. </div>
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As my role with <a href="http://www.findmypast.com/" target="_blank">Findmypast</a> will keep me quite busy, I'll use the time on Tuesday to preset some Tweets and other social media from my personal accounts, and to get all those "on site" tasks started as I wait for my team members to arrive. There is always just one more thing to do, and that includes making sure our area in the <a href="https://www.fgsconference.org/exhibits/directory-exhibitors/" target="_blank">Expo Hall</a> looks amazing, grabbing some early pictures to tweet out during the show, and confirming hotel reservations for late arrivals.</div>
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I'll take some time to go over my session, "<a href="https://www.fgsconference.org/program/schedule/" target="_blank">Embracing Technology: Tools You Can Use Today to Move Your Society Into Virtual Space</a>," one last time. This is a panel, which I'm co-presenting with <a href="http://www.djoshuataylor.com/" target="_blank">D. Joshua Taylor</a>, on behalf of the <a href="http://www.tnggn.org/" target="_blank">NextGen Genealogy Network</a>. I'm excited for it, and I hope that the attendees will walk away with new, practical tools to assist their organizations, that they can implement immediately. That's the goal. </div>
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This conference is certainly not going to be boring! As a volunteer for the Preserve the Pensions War of 1812 effort, I'm planning on spending some time with that team, working to spread the message of our goals to digitize the pension files from the War of 1812. I'm planning on working my social media network as an <a href="https://www.fgsconference.org/blog/category/ambassador/" target="_blank">FGS Ambassador</a>. And I even get to attend a session or two! I'm looking forward to attending the FGS Society Luncheon on Wednesday, "The State of Our Societies," and "<a href="https://www.fgsconference.org/program/speakers/#8" target="_blank">Volunteering From A Distance</a>" with Paula Stewart-Warren. </div>
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I'll be honest, the rest of the sessions on my list are questionable. I'll likely get to one or two, but the paid gig comes first, so it all depends on how busy we are over in the Expo Hall. One thing I do enjoy about these events is working with my fellow team members at Findmypast, and how we all try to look out for each other. Yes, we are there to represent the company and our product, but we also encourage each other to get to sessions and continue our own education. </div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">The
Federation of Genealogical Societies also launches a major fundraising campaign
for the Preserve the Pensions Project to honor the memory of these veterans in
the month of July<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;">The Federation seeks to raise an average of $1,812
each day of July!<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>AUSTIN, TX – 1
JULY 2014 </b>The Federation of Genealogical Societies and cemetery website BillionGraves
announced today a joint project to image all of the gravestone markers for
participants of the War of 1812. “The images from these markers, coupled with
the Federation’s current project to raise the funds to digitize the 7.2 million
images of the pensions for those who participated in the War of 1812 are a
natural fit,” said D. Joshua Taylor, President of FGS.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Hudson Gunn, President of BillionGraves said, “This July our
focus is to see that the nation’s military headstones are documented and
preserved for future generations. Headstones from early American history are
quickly deteriorating, making it only a matter of time before they are lost
forever. We are very pleased to have the Federation lend its help to spread
this message for the War of 1812 veterans.” It is estimated that as many as 350,000
men may have served in the war. Although it is impossible to know how many may
have cemetery markers, there could be as many as 50,000-80,000 markers for
these veterans.<o:p></o:p></div>
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BillionGraves and The Federation of Genealogical
Societies are asking anyone with knowledge of a cemetery marker for a War of
1812 veteran to upload the image of the marker to the BillionGraves website
(www.billiongraves.com) using their free mobile application during the month of
July to honor and remember the service of those who served in the “Second
Revolution.”<o:p></o:p></div>
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If you upload an image for a War of 1812 veteran during
the month of July or anytime thereafter, please let us know on Facebook or
Twitter by using the hashtag #1812today and/or #warof1812 and/or #billiongraves.
The Federation will also be posting the progress toward the fundraising goal of
$1,812 per day on Facebook and Twitter, so check often and pass the word!<o:p></o:p></div>
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The efforts from these two organizations will provide a
very valuable asset for researchers and historians researching 1812 veterans. With
the Federation raising awareness of the project to digitize the War of 1812 pension
records during the month of July and BillionGraves making the cemetery markers
of War of 1812 veterans immediately searchable, it should be an exciting month
for all genealogists and historians – everyone wins! <o:p></o:p></div>
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Those interested in preserving this valuable piece of
America’s documented history can make a single contribution or become a monthly
contributor of the Preserve the Pensions project. For more information, go to <a href="http://www.preservethepensions.org/">http://www.preservethepensions.org/</a>
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Hudson Gunn, President <o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="mailto:Hudson@billiongraves.com">Hudson@billiongraves.com</a> <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Preserve the Pensions Inquiries <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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David E. Rencher, Preserve
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<a href="mailto:rencherde@familysearch.org">rencherde@familysearch.org</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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FGS Marketing & Publicity<o:p></o:p></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10088409491178996382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362503919392294415.post-68466623238153380342014-06-19T08:37:00.001-06:002014-06-19T08:37:50.035-06:00240,000 extra newspaper pages now online<div class="MsoNormal">
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of historical newspaper pages are added to The British Newspaper Archive (<a href="http://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/">www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk</a>)
every week, so the coverage keeps getting better and better.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB">In the last
month, 240,000 extra pages from 1790-1954 were made searchable. 56 English and
Scottish newspaper titles were updated, including the <b>Aberdeen Journal</b>,
the <b>Kent & Sussex Courier</b> and the <b>Morpeth Herald</b>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10088409491178996382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362503919392294415.post-38628183244057028492014-05-23T11:01:00.000-06:002014-05-23T11:01:01.975-06:00Slowing Down<i><b>... giving myself time to breathe. </b></i><br />
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What an amazing year 2014 has already proven to be! I have met many of my personal and business goals, and have made some incredible discoveries along the way. I have enjoyed every minute of it, but I have to admit, I am at the point where I need to make some decisions.<br />
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I recently accepted a full time position with findmypast as the Outreach Manager, US & Canada. I could not be happier about this role, as it is well suited to my talents and my passions. I love every minute of my work with them. Going back to a 40 hour a week schedule has been a transition process, for our entire family, and requires a bit of "getting used to time."<br />
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In addition, I happily signed up for a couple of volunteer roles this year, specifically with the Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS), and have immersed myself in those projects. They are important to me, and an asset to the genealogy community. There is an ongoing list of other projects and programs I have been involved in over the past couple of years, including this blog. All of this requires time; time I don't necessarily have anymore.<br />
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All of this has led me to the decision to simply slow down. I have prioritized my projects and will be pulling out of a handful more adventures over the coming weeks. I feel good about my decisions and feel that I am putting the best of myself into my career, and creating time to devote to my family, friends, and community. While I am not planning to completely stop blogging here, I am planning on slowing down. And I wanted to give my readers a heads up, because that's only fair.<br />
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Watch for more content on fraternal societies, because I simply cannot resist! I will also try to post as I attend conferences and events on behalf of findmypast. I'll be traveling again soon to the SCGS Jamboree and the FGS 2014 Conference "Gone to Texas" in San Antonio.<br />
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With deep respect for all of my friends here, I'm signing off for a bit.<br />
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Regards,<br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><i>Jen</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><i><br /></i></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10088409491178996382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362503919392294415.post-60636827467039439812014-05-14T19:47:00.001-06:002014-05-14T19:47:44.778-06:00FGS Announces Upcoming Events<div style="background-color: white; font-family: arial; font-size: small;">
<span lang="EN-GB"><b>For Immediate Release<br /><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1203006429" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">May 14, 2014</span></span></b></span></div>
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<b><u>FEDERATION OF GENEALOGICAL SOCIETIES ANNOUNCES UPCOMING EVENTS</u></b></div>
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<b><u>FGS Hosts 2015 Alaskan Cruise, 2015 New York Regional Conference, and Celebrates Its 40<sup>th</sup> Anniversary in Springfield, Illinois in 2016</u></b></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB">May 14, 2014</span></b><b> – Austin, TX</b>. The <span lang="EN-GB"><a href="http://www.fgs.org/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank"><span lang="EN-US">Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS)</span></a></span> is excited to announce its upcoming events lineup, which includes a 2015 FGS Alaskan Cruise, August 28<sup>th</sup> - September 4th; a 2015 New York Regional Conference in Syracuse in conjunction with the New York State Family History Conference, September 17th-19th; and the 2016 FGS National Conference in Springfield, Illinois, August 31st – September 3<sup>rd</sup>.</div>
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<span lang="EN-GB">Join your friends and fellow genealogists on the first FGS Cruise in the fall of 2015. This event promises to deliver a memorable vacation and education from leading genealogists on a variety of topics. Watch for additional information in late 2014.</span><b style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></b></div>
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<span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;">The New York State Family History Conference returns to Syracuse, New York <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1203006434" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">September 17-19, 2015</span></span>. Organized by the New York Genealogical and Biographical Society and the Central New York Genealogical Society, the second biennial conference has expanded to include three tracks of lectures, a significant increase in attendance, and an enlarged space that will accommodate many more exhibitors and societies of interest to attendees. One of the conference focal points is researching New York families, a pursuit that offers unique challenges and requires special techniques and knowledge; the other focal point is building general research skills. In 2015, the event will be hosted as a regional conference of the Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS) who will provide topics and events for genealogical society leaders and volunteers as part of the conference's activities. </span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB">2016 National Conference</span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB">Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Federation of Genealogical Societies as we return to Illinois in 2016. Hosted in the Land of Lincoln, the 2016 conference will feature the latest news and updates from the family history community, a full exhibit hall, the popular Society Showcase, and sessions related to the Midwestern states, research methods, and other topics.</span></div>
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FGS President D. Joshua Taylor states, “<span lang="EN-GB">As we watch our organizations meet the needs of today's genealogists, we are delighted to offer a variety of activities for 2015 and our return to Springfield for our 40th Anniversary in 2016.”</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10088409491178996382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362503919392294415.post-24898520588725260242014-04-28T03:30:00.000-06:002014-04-28T03:30:00.023-06:00The Lodges of Central City<br />
Two weeks ago, my family and I explored Central City, Blackhawk and surrounding areas in Gilpin County, Colorado. We had a great day, which included several cemeteries <b>(<a href="http://ancestralbreezes.blogspot.com/2014/04/central-citys-masonic-cemetery.html">you can read about the Masonic Cemetery here</a>)</b>. As promised, this is a second post from that same trip, this time highlighting the many Lodge buildings still standing in Central City. <br />
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One thing I have definitely learned when exploring these communities and looking for signs of fraternal life is to look UP. So many of the buildings are now used as store fronts, restaurants and art galleries, often the only sign left is the markings on the side of the building. In this case, it was also important to look down, as the town had set signs around explaining the various buildings.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">B.P.O. Elks, Lodge NO. 557<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">B.P.O. Elks Lodge No. 557<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Front door to the B.P.O.E. The building appears to currently be vacant.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Historic marker sign for the Masonic Lodge<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Masonic Lodge</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Masonic Lodge - the tallest building, tan.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Look up! The information I want is right there in the window. <br />
Masonic Hall est. 1864.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A.O.U.W. painted advertisement on the side. <br />
I missed this the first time from street level, it wasn't until I crossed the street that I saw it.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A.O.U.W. building in its entirety.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Front of the A.O.U.W. building.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Insignia built into the front of the A.O.U.W. building.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Historical marker on street level.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I.O.O.F. Building. Again, look up! I missed this from one side of the street,<br />
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Have you used tax records in your genealogy? </h4>
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You should probably think about it, if you haven't. #genchat on May 25, 2014 was all about tax records, and what there is to gain from them as a genealogy source. </div>
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Think beyond property. We had mentions of taxes on hen's, prostitutes, dog licenses, and way more! There is much to be learned from taxes and the associated paperwork. Use them as a substitute for census records, let them fill in the gaps of your ancestors life. </div>
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Seek them out locally first, in the county Courthouse and in city administration buildings, then work on a broader level to identify where your ancestor may have been listed. </div>
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The scope of what you might find could surprise you! Taxes have been around for a <i>very </i>long time, so use that to your advantage! </div>
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As always, share what you find so we can all continue to learn from each other. Use your blog, social media, website or any other format to share your process and results, and then let us know! </div>
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This #genchat CHALLENGE should result in some very interesting local records being discovered! Be sure to connect with your local genealogy society, as well, for even more information. </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10088409491178996382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362503919392294415.post-83278070572408038962014-04-25T02:00:00.000-06:002014-04-25T02:00:10.737-06:00Central City and It's CemeteriesThe final of three posts focused on our day long family adventure in Central City, Gilpin County, Colorado and the surrounding area. We explored the Masonic Cemetery, the downtown area featuring multiple fraternal lodges, and finally the historic cemeteries of Central City. There are six cemeteries within walking distance of each other, including the Knights of Pythias, the Catholic Cemetery and the I.O.O.F.<br />
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<b>We found these wooden markers in the Central City Cemetery, one was more readable than the others. </b></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">We have these metal pipes with wooden stake in the Valley Brook Cemetery<br />in Breckenridge, also. In Breck, they are used to mark the borders of the various sections<br />of the cemetery, but there didn't appear to be any obvious reason for them<br />here in Central City. We only found them around a handful of family plots. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Although this wooden marker is not in the pipe, it was very obvious<br />that's where it was intended to be. This was the only other pipe we found<br />with the wooden stake still in it or nearby.<br /><br /><br /><br /></td></tr>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10088409491178996382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362503919392294415.post-60864375867864011792014-04-22T04:00:00.000-06:002014-04-22T04:00:00.335-06:0012 Months of Extraordinary… or Why Genealogy Conferences are Awesome<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">With J. Mark Lowe and<br />Terri O'Connell, NGS 2013<br />©Jen Baldwin, 2013-2014</td></tr>
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Almost exactly twelve months ago today I was getting ready to depart for Las Vegas, NV and the 2013 Family History Conference hosted by the National Genealogical Society (NGS). </h4>
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It was my first major genealogy conference, and there was no point in trying to hide my excitement. I was thrilled to be attending, I was thrilled to be part of a team of Official Bloggers along with with Terri O’Connell and Jennifer Alford of the In-Depth Genealogist. I was thrilled to be meeting so many people that I had come to respect from their online presence. I was simply thrilled. <br />
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During the event, I did whatever I could to ensure that I got to the people I wanted to get to. As someone trying desperately to break into the genealogy profession, I knew that I needed to network – big time. I needed to cover every inch of that conference center, and I was ready for it. Business cards: check. Social media ready: check. Blog post drafts: check. Interviews with the big guns scheduled: check. I had it all together… I thought. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Great friendships were born! We were<br />"the fun table!" NGS2013<br />©Jen Baldwin, 2013-2014</td></tr>
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When the day finally came and I arrived in Las Vegas, I was standing in baggage claim at the airport and saw a familiar face walk by. It took me a minute to realize it was one of the “big gun” speakers I had hoped to meet… and I just stood there as he disappeared into the crowd. “Plenty of time for that,” I thought. I had all my lists, schedules and had allowed my Type A traits to run amok in preparation; I couldn’t be any more confident that I had it all together. The one thing I forgot to plan for ultimately became one of the most important: spontaneity.<br />
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Over the course of the week, I did manage to let myself relax… not too much, but enough. I had one interview in particular I was very anxious for. I had weeks to prep for it, I knew that far ahead that it was going to happen. But I was still unprepared for a scheduled 30 minute session to run into two hours of great conversation and unmasked laughter; I laughed so much during that interview, I was crying. And those two hours are impressed into my memory, they are moments I treasure that grew into an ongoing friendship. <br />
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The business networking was incredibly successful for me. I swallowed the advice of <a href="http://www.apgen.org/directory/search_detail.html?mbr_id=812" target="_blank">J. Mark Lowe, CG</a>, when he talked of really capitalizing on your specialty - your niche - and making sure you know it inside and out. Then shout to the world that you know it inside and out. (Ok, not exactly Mark’s words, but that was the general message, and hey, it works! And yes, Mark was absolutely on that list of genealogy rock stars.) <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">With Josh Taylor, NGS 2013<br />©Jen Baldwin, 2013-2014</td></tr>
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I had the pleasure of sitting down with <a href="http://www.apgen.org/directory/search_detail.html?mbr_id=1885" target="_blank">Megan Smolenyak Smolenyak</a>, <a href="http://www.apgen.org/directory/search_detail.html?mbr_id=2700" target="_blank">D. Joshua Taylor</a>, <a href="http://ancestorslostandfound.com/" target="_blank">Warren Bittner</a>, CG, and many, many more people that have continued to play a role in my life. I made some great friends who I continue to share a special bond with today, like <a href="http://trippinoverroots.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Barry Kline</a>, Julie Jones and Mary Jane Bennett. Some of these were planned, some were random meetings; like sitting down for dinner the first night with Julie and Mary simply because we were all waiting for a table at the same time. That’s another moment imprinted into my brain; sharing a great meal – albeit rushed – and great stories over dinner on day 1, and having these two dear ladies become a part of my life, become friends.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Barry, Mary Jane and Julie: laughter and <br />friendship in Las Vegas<br />©Jen Baldwin, 2013-2014</td></tr>
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And that is one of the joys of conferences. Pretty much everyone you pass in the hall has a mutual interest, a starting point for conversation. You can jump into conversation with just about anybody and connect in some way. You learn together, you make memories together, and you plan the next conference together. <br />
I've had twelve months of great moments, opportunity, and incredible challenges, and many are a direct result of my attendance at NGS2013. I wouldn't trade the last 12 months for anything. <br />
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Since then I've had the pleasure to represent <a href="http://www.findmypast.com/">Findmypast</a> at the New York Family History Conference in Syracuse (Nov 2013), and RootsTech 2014. I also spoke at RootsTech, and will be happily presenting again at FGS in August. I'll be there at NGS and Jamboree, and even get to squeeze in a trip to the Ontario Genealogical Society Conference the first weekend of May; and although I'm "working," I'm really not. I love every minute of it.<br />
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So won’t you join me? Come be a part of it all, whether you choose NGS in Richmond, FGS in San Antonio, Jamboree in California or some other event close to you, you are cordially invited to be a part of this amazing family. <br />
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Here’s a few links if you are on the fence: <br />
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<li><a href="http://conference.ngsgenealogy.org/" target="_blank">National Genealogical Society 2014 Family History Conference</a>, Richmond, VA</li>
<li><a href="https://www.fgsconference.org/" target="_blank">Federation of Genealogical Societies 2014 Annual Conference</a>, San Antonio, TX</li>
<li><a href="http://www.genealogyjamboree.com/" target="_blank">Southern California Genealogical Society 2014 Jamboree</a>, Burbank, CA</li>
<li><a href="http://www.conferencekeeper.net/index.html" target="_blank">Conference Keeper</a>: a site for all genealogy events! </li>
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Several times during #genchat, I have mentioned that I use Excel heavily as a genealogy tool. </h3>
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And it seems every time it comes up, someone asks, "how?" I decided to put together a post about how I use Excel to answer those questions. Some may use it differently than I, but for me, this works. What I have included here are just some initial thoughts on this tool.<br />
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When I start a new project, I almost always immediately create a workbook for that project in Excel. Each tab is a piece of the project, so if you are unfamiliar with using Excel, you should start with a good how-to video from YouTube or a training class. My Excel skills are still on the beginner level in my mind, but I know enough to make it work for me.<br />
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Create workbook. This can be as simple as opening a new file and giving it a name, but there are times when I get a bit more creative and give it a cover page, too. This also helps when working in public spaces; if I have to step away from my computer for any more than a second, I flip it over to the cover page so no one can see any of the information I have compiled. This works well for me if I am engaged on a client project, where confidentiality is important.<br />
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To do the cover page, tab 1 in the spreadsheet gets a nice big title, usually with my name and an image. Sometimes this is my company logo, sometimes this is a family photo, or perhaps a photo of the area/town I'm working on. I remove all the grid lines, so it's just one white page.<br />
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Here is an example of one of my cover pages:<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4Kpw6xXvSyjJZRN8q-tHRQrd8DnnXZREwDmxCQpyHrqDXdmFqfOoeyUMX8CSaGe4R1HxVt6n_zY6RqPq7CwgoskZMCVTdGH85thtl8uuy6GoSVuvW_cgV4QHfs8Pmt3SDMNbcp6Zzu8L0/s1600/excel+cover+sheet.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="genealogy, Excel, tools, spreadsheet, family history, One Place Study" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4Kpw6xXvSyjJZRN8q-tHRQrd8DnnXZREwDmxCQpyHrqDXdmFqfOoeyUMX8CSaGe4R1HxVt6n_zY6RqPq7CwgoskZMCVTdGH85thtl8uuy6GoSVuvW_cgV4QHfs8Pmt3SDMNbcp6Zzu8L0/s1600/excel+cover+sheet.png" height="192" title="Excel Workbook Cover Page for Genealogy Research" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cover Page for my Breckenridge One Place Study<br />
©Jen Baldwin, 2013 - 2014</td></tr>
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The tabs can be whatever you need them to be. They can be labelled for each individual person, creating a nice timeline, or they can be different aspects of an individual life. For my not-quite-yet-official One Place Study, my tabs are items like, "Churches," "Obits," "Mining Claims," "Businesses," "Fraternal Orgs," and so on; this creates a timeline of the entire community, not just one person.<br />
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I usually do the rest as I work. I start with a basic set of column headings on each tab, and adjust as I need throughout the process. Often, any given spreadsheet ends up with column headings like this:<br />
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Year | Date | Surname | Given Name | Fact/Finding | Notes | Images | File Name | Publication | Pub Date | Author | Citation Detail |<br />
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I always do the year first, as a separate column, so I can sort easily when needed. Also, sometimes the date is separated into two columns: month and day, depending on what I am working on, and again for easy sorting. When you create dates in Excel, it's important to remember that you need to tell the system how you want it to be displayed. For example, the pre-formatted standard is to put dates in the following format: dd-mm-yy. That doesn't necessarily work for me, mostly because the research I conduct could be in the 1800s or the 1900s, so I need the full year. Also, my habit is to put dates into the dd mmm yyyy format, so each new date column has to be formatted correctly for easy use.<br />
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Thanks to the flexibility of the rules at our local Courthouse, which is where I do a lot of my research, I am allowed to take photos of the documents. That means that nearly every spreadsheet has a place to indicate if I took images, made photocopies, or "other," and a place to include the file name. The goal, of course, is to ensure that nothing gets missed or lost in the transfer of information into the spreadsheet, or the digital copy.<br />
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Every workbook and sheet includes a place for Notes. For me, this is essential. Perhaps I need to note that there are comments in the margin, or some small detail that stands out and could be important later, so the notes column is included on every sheet. Not all information fits easily into a column or cell, you need to give yourself the room for free form text.<br />
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The top row is always locked, so no matter how deep the spreadsheet gets, the column headings are visible. I also add some color in, to break up the text a bit, and the header is usually in color, as well. To change them around, adding variety and "spice" to my projects, I will sometimes select a theme to work with, so I have different fonts and colors in each workbook.<br />
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Here is an example of a sheet from my Breckenridge work book.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Fraternal Sheet, Breckenridge One Place Study<br />
©Jen Baldwin, 2013-2014</td></tr>
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You can see I've highlighted two cells, and that is because the information provided differentiates: they each give a different lodge number for the A.F. & A.M. Masonic Lodge in Breckenridge. This could be a type-o, but it deserves my attention later in the research process.<br />
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Continuing to use my One Place Study as an example, I have tabs, or sheets, for all sorts of elements. One is a census tab, so I have all the Federal and State census data easily at hand. I entered each one that Breckenridge was found in, and created a full citation for it, with a link to my favorite online census source. That way, I do not have to search through a website to get to it; I can go directly there with the click of my mouse; and the citation is right there, waiting for me. I just change the names, and other pertinent data, and move on. <i>Easy peasy. </i><br />
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Noting a piece of information for later research is easy for me; I just make the cell a different color. That way, it stands out. I know that when I find something of interest, its easy for me to shoot off in a different direction than my intended research plan for the day, so by making it stand out from the rest of the data, I can easily find it again on a different day to pursue further. (As seen in the example above.)<br />
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I also create templates for sources that I use often, and in Breckenridge, that equates to the mining deed records. For this citation template, I actually use drop down menus' within the data cells, because many of the clerk's books are titled the same way. For this citation template, I have drop downs that include elements such as "Grantee" or "Grantor," "Warranty Deed," "Quit Claim Deed," and my personal favorite, "Misc Records 1" "Misc Records 2..." There are literally thousands of documents labelled as "miscellaneous" records at my Courthouse!<br />
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I also do this for publications that I use often, such as the local newspaper titles. Once I started to utilize these tools and your keyboard shortcuts, it saves me a great deal of typing and time, because I can really fly through the citation details as I enter information.<br />
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Addendum: Within hours of posting this, I had several requests and questions about the in cell drop down menus feature that I use. You can access this in the "Data Validation" part of Excel, found under the Data menu, but I strongly suggest you watch a video or read through the how-to to utilize it, if you don't know already. In order to use this feature, I built a bibliography of sources into my workbook (which I already had on file anyway), so I can easily utilize the information in this fashion, but also have an established list of citations available to me as well. <i>Multi-purpose bibliography! Yippee! </i><br />
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Here is a screen shot of what this feature looks like when in play:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Note the drop down menu within the cell under "Publication." This allows me<br />
to easily choose which source I received the information from, and apply it to<br />
the spreadsheet. Creating a resource list or bibliography as one of your sheets in<br />
the workbook will help tremendously with this process, so do that first.<br />
©Jen Baldwin 2013-2014</td></tr>
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Most of these tricks I learned by watching YouTube videos or reading through the instructional information on Microsoft's website. My last Excel class was a long time ago, and I lost most of these skills over the years. I don't have any one favorite resource for learning, I just Google until I find something that can help me. If all else fails, ask someone who uses spreadsheets a lot (like an accountant) to explain what you want do to, and have them help you with the right terminology so you can search more accurately.<br />
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<li>To lock the top row: click on View in the main menu bar, then Freeze Pains, and you'll see an option to lock the top row.</li>
<li>To select a theme: click on Page Layout in the main menu bar, then use the Theme drop down button on the far left to select a pre-formatted theme. You won't really see any changes until you start working with the data. </li>
<li>To name a tab: right-click on the tab and select "Rename"</li>
<li>To format the date: select the entire column, then in the Home section of the main menu bar, select "More Number Formats" in the drop down where it says "General." Select "date" in the left category list and then the format you want to use. You can also use the "custom" category if you do not see a pre-formatted version that you like. </li>
<li>To create a cover page: Start with Sheet 1, and remove the grid lines (a check box in the "View" page from the main menu bar). Insert text, photos, etc as you would on Word or just about any other program. I like to give it color and depth, so I usually play around with it until I get something a bit more creative. You can also add a full back ground from the Page Layout menu. </li>
<li>The drop down items within the cells I mention for citations are a bit more complicated, so I'll leave it to you to Google it. </li>
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I hope this helps to answer some of the questions. The more I use Excel, the more I learn, so these workbooks are really always changing and adapting. I have to admit, I am using Excel now more than any other program in my research process, and that includes my genealogy software. For what I do, it fits my needs incredibly well. The program provides just enough structure to keep everything organized, but also has the flexibility needed to conduct creative research and to "follow a hunch." I know there is a great deal more this program can do for me, and I'm slowly learning, one step at a time.<br />
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<span itemprop="description"><span class="fsl" style="font-size: 13px;"><br /></span></span><span itemprop="description"><span class="fsl" style="font-size: 13px;">These will not be HOA's, so they will not be streamed on YouTube, and they will not be recorded. They are private, intimate sessions for you to ask any question you want. We can work through the process together, learn my best "tricks" on Twitter, and in an hour or less, get everyone comfortable enough with the platform to be able to participate in #gen<span class="text_exposed_show" style="display: inline;">chat . Each session will be limited to ten people - including me! - so I'm asking you to RSVP either by posting to this message or by emailing me at ancestralbreezes at gmail dot com.<br /><br /><br />There is no fee. There never will be. I just want all of my geneabuddies to understand the impact that Twitter can make on their research. The next session will be held on Wednesday, April 23 at 9:30am Mountain. I will add more hangouts to the schedule very soon, and will try to accommodate all the time zones. If you need a special time to fit with YOUR schedule, please contact me, and we can work together to set something up.</span></span></span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10088409491178996382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362503919392294415.post-32925718896195295442014-04-13T15:18:00.001-06:002014-04-13T15:18:17.872-06:00Central City's Masonic CemeteryMy family recently visited Central City & Black Hawk, Colorado for a day of exploring and history. We enjoy these excursions, and are often guided by one of the many ghost town or Colorado guide books in our collection.<br />
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For this day of adventure, we started by veering off the highway just before Central City and went to the ghost town of Nevadaville. My husband had spotted a cemetery from the main road, so we headed there first. It turned out to be the Masonic Cemetery. We ended up visiting a few more cemeteries, and I will blog about those in the coming days, as well as the many fraternal buildings still standing in the two communities. Nevadaville featured the "Masonic Block" or Lodge, which was built in 1875. This, too, will be mentioned in a future post.<br />
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One thing we noticed immediately, and it was a theme that continued throughout the day, was the number of damaged markers, as well as those that have fallen victim to earth's natural movement. You could look in any direction and recognize a marker that had fallen off of its based, showed evidence of tampering, or in many cases, was leaning so dramatically, it was actually dependent on a nearby marker to keep it off the ground. Since we had our daughter with us, we had to be quite cautious; there were many headstones that I would consider a hazard to her, so didn't let her wander off much on her own, or touch many of the markers.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Note that Mr. Polglase has both the Masonic and I.O.O.F. symbols on his marker. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">An interesting example of a tree marker including the Masonic square and compass.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jennie S. Potter, aged 43 ys, 7ms, 3d. Her Masonic square and compass also says, "Holy Bible" across the top.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The view from the cemetery. Note the white building to right of center at the back of the property. <br />This was likely once a tool shed, but also has an outhouse built into the corner. <br />In the distant background, to the far right, is one of the casino's of modern day Central City/Black Hawk. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The tool shed, with the Masonic square and compass at the top. <br />It is unlocked, but houses nothing more than a few random boards and graffiti. </td></tr>
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<i><span style="color: #cc0000; font-size: x-large;">"Citation is an art, not a science."</span></i></h2>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Our #genchat discussion tonight was all about citations. Yes, they can be confusing. Yes, they can be tedious. But they are also <i>necessary. </i></span><br />
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Tonight's challenge is to practice, practice, practice.<br />
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Select one record set you use often, for example the U.S. Federal Census', and go back through your research and <b>ensure that each record you have is cited correctly</b>. By repeating the same citation over and over, while changing the dates, locations, and names, you are well on your way to being able to create a citation by memory. Once you have the basics, it is much easier to apply the practice to all the records in your collection.<br />
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Resources for this challenge, and for citations moving forward in your genealogy:<br />
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<li>Elizabeth Show Mills, CG, CGL, FASG. <u>Evidence Explained: Citing History Sources from Artifacts to Cyberspace</u>. Genealogical Publishing Company, Baltimore, Maryland, 2012. </li>
<li>Elizabeth Shown Mills, CG, CGL, FASG. <u>QuickSheet: Citing Online HIstorical Resources </u><i><u>Evidence! Style*.</u> </i>Genealogical Publishing Company, Baltimore, Maryland, 2012. </li>
<li>Evidence Explained Website, Blog, and Forums: https://www.evidenceexplained.com/</li>
<li>Evidence Explained Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/evidenceexplained</li>
<li>Evidence Explained on Twitter: @EvidenceExplnd</li>
<li><i>The Chicago Manual of Style Online. </i>University of Chicago Press, 2010 - 2014. http://www.chicagomanualofstyle.org/home.html</li>
<li>Chicago Manual of Style Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Chicago-Manual-of-Style/139396659150</li>
<li>Chicago Manual of Style Twitter: @ChicagoManual</li>
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Remember that the ultimate goal is not necessarily about <i>how </i>you cite your sources, just that you<i> do </i>cite your sources. </h3>
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So get in there! Practice on one record set that you have a lot of material from, and then move on to other parts of your genealogy. Find a system to methodically and habitually create citations every time you look at a new record. Build a place for citations into your research log, your notes, or other organizational system. Create a document of those "commonly used" citations, so you can copy/paste the basics and only adjust the details. Choose whatever works for you, but <b><i>do it. And do it today! </i></b></div>
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Share with us via social media, blog or other medium what you learned, what habits you are trying to develop, what system you set up. Tell us what worked for you and what didn't, and reach out to the #genchat community for guidance, support, and encouragement in establishing this process for yourself. This can be daunting to some, you do not have to do it alone. </div>
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