Searching census records can be confusing, especially when your ancestor does not appear in a search. These are some tips I hope helps: o Search using various spellings of the surname o Search using children or spouse o Refine search … Continued
Census records are a great resource for genealogist. When I began researching, I had to go to the library and search individual microfilms. Today with the advance in technology, Ancestry.com makes it easy to search for and find an individual … Continued
Last week we discussed the toys and games children played with in 1924. Today, let’s talk about what the schools were like. They were much different than they are today. Until the early 20th century, most schoolhouses … Continued
Census records are a wonderful resource for the family historian. Often the census records are the only resource you may be able to find on your family. Census records have become very easy to search and are a great … Continued
Facebook Page—I have a Facebook page for one of the families that I hold the reunion. On here we are able to keep in touch and share information. Website—I also have a website for this family with all of the … Continued
In Honor of my Grandmother’s recent 90th birthday, we are going to take a look at life in 1924 for the next 9 weeks. 1924 figures Average income $2,196 Unemployment 5% New Car $265 New House $7,720 … Continued
Today we are inundated with celebrities and celebrity news. We have programs dedicated solely to our celebrities, along with their frequent appearances on talk shows and tweets. I’ve gathered a list of some of the “celebrities” that may have been … Continued
A hundred years ago women worked primarily in the home. Their job was to keep the home, cook the meals and care for the children. These were in the days before television, automatic dishwashers, and washers and dryers existed. Women … Continued
While at the library conducting genealogical research, I scanned some of the 1912 newspaper microfilms available. Below is just a small sampling of the headlines. Of course in April and May there were numerous articles on the Titanic disaster. The … Continued
Included are some Miscellaneous facts I’ve found about 1912 and wanted to share: The first non-stop flight from Paris to London was made in 3 hours. Harriet Quimby became the first woman to fly across the English Channel. The Royal … Continued