tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-89397523112536811952024-01-29T05:14:24.015-05:00A Sense of FamilyGenealogy Resources and Discoveries by an Ohio ResearcherShelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.comBlogger287125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-72627993781098389902017-11-14T12:20:00.000-05:002017-11-14T12:20:09.838-05:00Family History Books for the Holidays<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Want to give someone you love a
meaningful gift this year? A photo book about some aspect of your family
history is sure to be a hit.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Because time is running short, narrow
your focus to something the recipient will enjoy. This doesn’t need to be an
epic, cover-all-bases book. Just find a little piece of your family’s past that
you’d like to preserve and share.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Imagine creating a book about your
mother’s years as a teacher, your grandfather’s wartime service, or the quilts
your grandmother made. How about photos taken at a favorite family vacation
spot through the years?<o:p></o:p></div>
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The
holidays themselves can provide inspiration. Your sisters or daughters might
love a book of their favorite Christmas cookie recipes, with notes about where
they came from. Or dig up those old childhood photos with Santa to surprise
your siblings.<o:p></o:p></div>
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You’ll
find lots of other photo book ideas and how-to directions in my article, “An Open Book,”
in the October/November 2017 issue of <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><a href="https://www.familytreemagazine.com/" target="_blank">Family Tree Magazine</a></i>. Recently, I’ve noticed that many of the book publishing
sites I mention in the article have announced sales and discounts for holiday
orders.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Is
creating a larger family history book one of your goals for next year? If so, a
narrative book or a multi-generation family history such as the ones produced
by <a href="https://www.mycanvas.com/" target="_blank">MyCanvas</a> might offer the perfect format. The article covers these options as
well, including a step-by-step tutorial.<o:p></o:p></div>
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If you’re
not already a subscriber, look for <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Family
Tree Magazine</i> at large bookstores or your local library, or <a href="https://www.familytreemagazine.com/store/new-items-home-page/family-tree-october-november-2017-fm1117" target="_blank">order a print or digital copy</a>. There’s lots of other great content inside I’m sure you’ll
enjoy—like tracing Italian roots, family tree software and websites, finding US
ancestors before 1850 (also written by yours truly), working with a pro, preserving
family Bibles, and a DNA testing strategy. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Now I’m
going to take my own advice and get started on a book for my mother-in-law
while there’s still time left!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">--Shelley <o:p></o:p></i></div>
Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-48541327276222706182017-10-19T10:57:00.000-04:002017-10-24T23:32:46.115-04:00The Witch at the Window<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "geneva" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-indent: 0in;">Halloween morning when I was five started out
just like any other kindergarten day at Smith Road Elementary. We turned in our
nickels for snack time and said the Pledge of Allegiance. We sat in a circle on
the rug and listened while the teacher read us a story. At rest time, we laid
on our mats (it seemed like forever), and afterwards we got little cardboard
cartons of milk.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "geneva" , sans-serif; mso-themecolor: text1;">But that day we were all excited about our
Halloween party. As we changed into our costumes in the coatroom, I wondered
what the party would be like. Would we get candy? Would there be games and
prizes? <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "geneva" , sans-serif; mso-themecolor: text1;">All at once we heard a loud rapping sound. We
turned, looked…and screamed. There was a witch with a pointy black hat banging
her broomstick against our window! Where did she come from, and what did she
want? After a few minutes, the witch went away. But before we could settle
down, she reappeared—right at our classroom door. <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "geneva" , sans-serif; mso-themecolor: text1;">I huddled with my friends as the witch
came in. She was a real witch all right. She
wore a long black dress with a cape, and had a big wart on her nose. She talked
in a high, cackly voice. She
swept through the room, and then, thankfully, she left.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "geneva" , sans-serif; mso-themecolor: text1;">When I got home at lunch, I told my mom about the witch at school. It was all my best friend, Holly, and I
could talk about as we ate our grilled cheese sandwiches and waited to go
Trick-or-Treating. <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "geneva" , sans-serif; mso-themecolor: text1;">Late in the afternoon I put my white bunny costume back on and went to Holly’s house. Her older sister, who babysat me sometimes,
was taking us around the neighborhood, because my mom had to stay home with my
little brother. We ran from house to house as best we could, trying to keep up
with the older kids. Little pieces of candy rattled around in my plastic
pumpkin. I couldn’t wait to eat them, and snuck one whenever I got a chance.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "geneva" , sans-serif; mso-themecolor: text1;">Finally we got to my street. My house was on
the corner, so it was first. I wanted to show mom how much candy I had. There
were already some kids in the driveway. I started to go around them—then stopped
cold. The witch had come back, and she was on my front porch! She looked even
scarier in the dark. She was stirring a big pot with steam pouring out,
and calling to the kids to come take a look. This was terrible. Were my mom and
brother okay? Why was she here at my house, of all places?<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "geneva" , sans-serif; mso-themecolor: text1;">A few brave trick-or-treaters ventured up to
see her and peek inside the kettle. They came back with little treat
sacks, then ran off to the next house. Holly’s sister coaxed us to go up there,
too. I really didn’t want to, but it was my house and I was worried. We slowly
made our way forward.<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "geneva" , sans-serif; mso-themecolor: text1;">When Holly and I got to the porch, the witch’s
voice softened. She said we had nice costumes. She asked if we wanted to look
in the kettle, but all I could see was steam swirling around. Finally I got up the
courage to ask where my mom was. She said, “Why, don’t you know?” When<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"> </i>I shook my head, she said, “It’s me, honey.”<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "geneva" , sans-serif; mso-themecolor: text1;">The next year, she made me my very own witch's gown and hat, just like hers.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "geneva" , sans-serif; mso-themecolor: text1;">Judy Ballenger donned her witch’s outfit and filled her
cauldron with steaming dry ice every Trick-or-Treat night for the next twenty
years, even as we moved to Berwick, and then to Bexley. Our house became
well known in each neighborhood, and parents would drive their kids over just
to see her. She never lost her delight in playing the role.<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "geneva" , sans-serif; mso-themecolor: text1;">I wonder if she still has her costume? I know I have mine. What I'd love to find is a picture of her sitting there on the porch. So far that's eluding me. In my memory, though, it's magic.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "geneva" , sans-serif; mso-themecolor: text1;"><i>--Shelley </i><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "geneva" , sans-serif; mso-themecolor: text1;"><i>Do you have a memory to share? For Family History Month 2017, Ol' Myrt invites you to participate in her <a href="http://dearmyrtle.com/blog2/index.php/2017/10/09/share-a-memory-contest-2017/" target="_blank">Share a Memory Contest</a>. Enjoy! </i></span><span style="text-indent: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "geneva" , sans-serif;"><i></i></span></span></div>
Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-53295924160609965112017-01-17T19:55:00.000-05:002017-01-17T19:55:47.547-05:00Thoughts on January, Goals, and Preparing for SLIG<div class="MsoNoteLevel1CxSpFirst" style="margin-left: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: 0in;">
<span style="font-family: "geneva";">I love hanging a new calendar
on the wall. There’s something about seeing all those days, all those fresh
possibilities, ahead. Give me a new planner and a few colored pens and I’m
happy as can be. No matter that I know it will soon be as fully packed as the
last one—it’s still bright and clean, and hope abounds.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">In the past I’ve written out goals
for the year, but this January I decided not to. Things change so much in the
course of a year that I typically find myself disappointed in December that I
didn’t accomplish what I said I intended to, in spite of how much I actually <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">did</i> accomplish. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Instead, I’m setting a few
specific quarterly objectives that take into account deadlines for articles,
presentations, and projects I already have on my schedule. That way I may have
some reasonable chance of achieving them and feeling good about it. I’m only
doing the winter objectives to begin with. It’s a short, manageable list, designed to keep me focused. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">The advantage of this
quarterly approach is that I’ll have the chance to set new objectives three
more times this year. Gives me a clean slate at the start of each season. I
like that.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">One objective on my winter
list is to learn more about my ancestors from Virginia. I have two clusters of Virginia ancestors: the <a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2011/08/roush-family-ancestry-surname-saturday.html" target="_blank">Roush family</a> in Shenandoah County, and the <a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2011/06/surname-saturday-ballenger-family.html" target="_blank">Ballenger</a>, Adams, and Nalley families in Prince William, Fauquier, and Fairfax counties. My primary focus is the Revolutionary War period and the decades following it, as my direct ancestors were all in Ohio before 1840.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">To do this, I need to
learn how to find, interpret, and use some of the lesser-known historic records
that may hold evidence of them. That ties in with my upcoming trip to the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><a href="http://ugagenealogy.org/aem.php?eid=20" target="_blank">Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG)</a></b>
from January 22-29. I’m taking a course called <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><a href="http://ugagenealogy.org/aem.php?lv=p&epg=118" target="_blank">Virginia from the Colonial Period to the Civil War</a></i></b>, taught by Barbara Vines Little and Victor Dunn. I’m
excited about this opportunity and hope it opens some new doors for me.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiggibCYDNoaWSH832E6kUoLLRJGMjJTDmwqV6oTms0PBizE8fWj8JiaFnUA5b2txwbYK_SbmcxrLeZgznMDlKo5V3HS6OeZ002CRLdoMIrKpTfg_JdEmWLNYkzvUXLkcmKtmhUanpjWDg/s1600/SLIG+sign.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiggibCYDNoaWSH832E6kUoLLRJGMjJTDmwqV6oTms0PBizE8fWj8JiaFnUA5b2txwbYK_SbmcxrLeZgznMDlKo5V3HS6OeZ002CRLdoMIrKpTfg_JdEmWLNYkzvUXLkcmKtmhUanpjWDg/s400/SLIG+sign.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Naturally, I want to work in
as much research time at the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Family
History Library as </b>possible. But because my time outside the classroom is
limited, I need to do some prep work ahead of time. That’s what I’m working on
now. I’m identifying questions I have and the record groups that might provide
answers, and looking up microfilm numbers and print resources in the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://familysearch.org/catalog/search" target="_blank">FamilySearch Catalog</a></b>. That should help me hit
the ground running in Salt Lake City.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNoteLevel1CxSpMiddle" style="margin-left: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: 0in;">
<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Identifying and finding
resources in the FamilySearch Catalog is not that difficult, but it’s not altogether
intuitive, either. Want to know how I do it? I
outlined my step-by-step process in an earlier post, <i><b><a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2014/12/tips-for-planning-your-trip-to-family.html" target="_blank">Tips for Planning Your Trip to the Family History Library</a></b></i>. This is my go-to strategy in preparing for a
successful research trip. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Researchers study roll upon roll of microfilm at the FHL</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">As a bonus, the post also includes
a <a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2014/12/tips-for-planning-your-trip-to-family.html" target="_blank"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">packing list</b> </a>of items you just
might find invaluable when you get to the FHL. Referring back to it is saving me time this week as I’m getting my suitcase and research bag ready. I
guess one of the perks of having a blog is that it occasionally reminds you to
take your own advice!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">SLIG is always a great
opportunity to connect with other genealogists and make new discoveries. It’s
an energizing way to begin a new year. If you’re going to be there, please look
me up—I’d love to see you. If not, I wish you success with whatever it is you
hope to accomplish this winter. Happy New Year!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-9208307898610388492016-06-04T09:08:00.000-04:002016-06-04T09:08:15.530-04:00NGS 2016 Conference Photo Recap, Part 2<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Previously I wrote about my
experiences the first two days I was in Fort Lauderdale for the NGS 2016 Family
History Conference (see <a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2016/05/ngs-2016-conference-photo-recap-part-1.html" target="_blank">NGS 2016 Conference Photo Recap, Part 1</a>). I continued
to enjoy the conference programming, the Florida weather, and the camaraderie of
fellow genealogists the remaining three days. Here are some of my favorite
presentations from Thursday, May 5 through Saturday, May 7:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";"><i>Chromosome Mapping Workshop with Angie Bush (T200)</i></span></b><span style="font-family: "geneva";">—It takes a real enthusiast to get me into a lecture
hall at 8:00 am to do science and techie stuff for nearly three hours, but
Angie has that magic touch. She started by explaining what chromosome mapping
is, what criteria we should use, and how mapping can show genetic
relationships. Then she gave us step-by-step instructions to make our own
chromosome maps, using data from known cousins and Kitty Cooper’s Chromosome
Mapping Tool. I used data from my mother-in-law and her first cousin, hoping to
identify the DNA segments they share through their maternal grandparents. And
guess what? I did it! By the end of the workshop I had a colorful chromosome
map and a new confidence in my ability to use this tool on my own. How cool is
that?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";"><i>“Going Beyond the Bare Bones: Reconstructing Your Ancestors’ Lives,” by
Tom Jones (T226)</i></span></b><span style="font-family: "geneva";">—Tom raised some excellent
points in this lecture about weaving information from genealogical records
together to develop an ancestor’s story. He talked about the importance of
understanding records (such as probate, land, court, and military records) in
the context of your ancestor’s life, social groups, and local and national
events. If you’re thinking of ordering audio recordings from <a href="https://www.playbackngs.com/" target="_blank">PlaybackNGS</a>, this
one would make an great choice. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">I enjoyed visiting with a
number of colleagues at the <a href="https://www.apgen.org/" target="_blank">Association of Professional Genealogists (APG)</a>
luncheon, where J. Mark Lowe was the guest speaker.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";"><i>“An Ancestry for Robert Walker of Rockingham County, NC,” by Pam Stone
Eagleson (T241)</i></span></b><span style="font-family: "geneva";">—Pam presented an
intriguing case study involving multiple pieces of indirect evidence, which she
analyzed and correlated with DNA evidence to establish the parents of Robert
Walker. Like many complex cases, it required a thorough investigation of
siblings, in-laws, associates, and neighbors. l always enjoy hearing about the
process of solving challenging problems and the research behind a NGSQ article
like this. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";"><i>“Dissection & Analysis of Research Problems,” by Elizabeth Shown
Mills</i></span></b><span style="font-family: "geneva";"><i> </i><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i>(T251)</i>—</b>Elizabeth outlined a clear 10-step process to dissect tough
research problems and develop plans for solving them. Her syllabus included
worksheet templates to use with each step. To drive home the importance of not
only citing but also appraising sources, she asked audience members to make a pledge
to appraise every source they use. Her 10-step process offers valuable insight
into her workflow, and it’s powerful stuff indeed. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";"><i>“Reasonably Exhaustive Research: The First Criteria for Genealogical
Proof,” by Elizabeth Show Mills (F302)</i>—</span></b><span style="font-family: "geneva";">To illustrate the first tenet of the GPS, Elizabeth likened reasonably
exhaustive research to a bulls-eye target. You typically start by focusing on
the center ring: evidence on the person of interest. You then expand your focus
in increasingly widening rings to encompass the person’s FAN club, less obvious
sources, topical studies, and more. Elizabeth walked the audience through a
particularly involved case that required 900 hours and the outermost rings of
the bulls-eye to prove. Her step-by-step methodology made the concept of
reasonably exhaustive research seem more tangible and approachable. This
session was live-streamed and is still available as part of a video package
from <a href="https://www.playbackngs.com/" target="_blank">PlaybackNGS</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";"><i>“How to Use GEDmatch.com to Optimize Your DNA Testing Experience” by
Ginger Smith (F353)</i>—</span></b><span style="font-family: "geneva";">Ginger gave a
great overview of using <a href="https://www.gedmatch.com/" target="_blank">GEDmatch</a> to analyze data from autosomal DNA tests,
beginning with how to upload your results from <a href="http://dna.ancestry.com/" target="_blank">AncestryDNA</a>, <a href="https://www.familytreedna.com/" target="_blank">FamilyTreeDNA</a>, or
<a href="https://www.23andme.com/" target="_blank">23andMe</a>. She discussed running one-to-one, one-to-many, and X-chromosome
comparisons, then went on to cover phasing and more advanced utilities. I
appreciated that she used simple terms to explain the value and limitations of
each tool that GEDmatch offers. The crowd that surrounded Ginger after her talk
testifies to the need for more of this kind of information. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";"><i>“Using Griffith’s Valuation to Identify Your Ancestor’s Origins: A Case
Study” by Donna Moughty (S409</i></span></b><span style="font-family: "geneva";"><i>)</i>—Donna’s fast-paced yet thorough discussion of the valuations of Ireland was exactly what I
needed to finally understand these often cryptic records. In addition to
explaining how and why the valuations were done, she interpreted them
column-by-column. She also talked about related records and databases for
finding Irish families. I’ve made some progress with my husband’s Irish
ancestors lately, and after Donna’s talk I’m eager to look for them in
Griffith’s. Note: this session was not recorded.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";"><i>“20<sup>th</sup> and 21<sup>st</sup> Century Research: Resources,
Methods, and Skills” by Debra Mieszala (S412)</i>—</span></b><span style="font-family: "geneva";">Debra reviewed methods of finding living and
recently deceased individuals who may be hard to trace due to modern privacy
barriers. She talked about databases frequently used by forensic genealogists.
Given an interest in finding living relatives for possible DNA comparison
testing, I see an increasing need for this kind of specialized skill set.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";"><i>“I Rest My Case: Constructing a Convincing Proof Argument” by Vic Dunn
(S421)</i>—</span></b><span style="font-family: "geneva";">Vic’s presentation
concentrated on the last tenant of the Genealogical Proof Standard: a soundly
reasoned, coherently written conclusion. He discussed formats, approaches, and
usages of proof summaries and proof arguments. To illustrate his points, he
shared how he constructed a proof argument for a published article, and offered
tips for effective writing.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">I thoroughly enjoyed the NGS conference
and felt it was well worth my time and money to attend. I go to genealogy
conferences for two primary reasons: to learn and to connect. The learning
occurs in seeing presentations, reading the syllabus, and talking to vendors in
the exhibit hall. The connecting happens informally as I gather with colleagues
and friends at lunch and after hours to share thoughts and news. I also enjoy
meeting new people whenever I can. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">I’ve seen a number of
comments that the 2016 NGS conference didn’t draw as many attendees as previous
ones have. I’m sure that’s partly because the southeastern coast of Florida
isn’t exactly a central location for most of the U.S. In all honesty, though, the sheer number of people in attendance at a conference doesn’t factor that much into my overall experience.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">What matters most is the <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">quality</i> of the learning opportunities, as well as the enjoyment I get from making and renewing friendships with others who
share my passion for genealogy. And on both of those accounts, I felt NGS 2016
was a success. It takes an incredible amount of work over a long period of time to host a major genealogy conference like this. Thanks to all the planners and volunteers who worked so hard to
make it happen.</span><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";"><i>--Shelley</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-22404782470008820952016-05-15T10:54:00.001-04:002016-05-15T10:54:41.088-04:00NGS 2016 Conference: Photo Recap, Part 1<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">While it may have seemed
quiet here at my blog the past few weeks, real life has been anything but. I
went from the <a href="http://ogs.org/" target="_blank">Ohio Genealogical Society</a> Conference in Cincinnati from April
28-30 to the <a href="http://conference.ngsgenealogy.org/" target="_blank">National Genealogical Society Conference</a> in Fort Lauderdale from
May 3-7, then spent a week on vacation at the beach with my family. If there's one thing I've learned, it's that experiencing
things to their fullest often doesn't leave much time for writing. Happily, I'm now able to offer a brief recap of NGS 2016, which I plan to post in two parts.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">I arrived in Fort Lauderdale a
day early to attend Tuesday’s “Putting Skills to Work” workshop sponsored by
the Board for Certification of Genealogists <a href="http://bcgcertification.org/educationfund/index.html" target="_blank">(BCG) Education Fund</a>. Several of us
ended up walking all the way around the exterior of the conference complex before finding an open door,
so I was a bit harried when I finally arrived at the right place. It was a
pleasure, then, to be greeted by three friendly BCG associates at the reception
desk. This was my first time attending a BCG workshop, and it
was every bit as helpful and informative as I hoped it’d be.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">BCG Workshop registration with Sara Scribner, CG, Stefani Evans, CG, and Melinda Henningfield, CG</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">My morning workshop was
“Spreadsheets 201: Manipulating Data to Dismantle Brick Walls,” presented by
Jeanne Larzalere Bloom. It was illuminating to see the types of spreadsheets
Jeanne creates and the various ways she sorts data to draw comparisons. The
classroom setting and extended time gave her a chance to really get into the
subject. Three takeaways from this workshop were:</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">In addition to logging research, spreadsheets are also a powerful tool for correlating information</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">Break data down into small
pieces for easy manipulation (for example, use separate columns for first and last
names)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">Color coding is a great visual tool for identifying patterns and similarities</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">In the afternoon I learned to
“Reach for the Power Tools: Transcriptions & Abstractions” with David
McDonald. In this workshop, we transcribed documents from
various time periods, learned to strike out unnecessary verbiage, made
abstracts, and considered what research questions the documents suggested. The
time went fast. Three takeaways were:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">Exact means exact—every mark
on a document must be noted in a transcription</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">Study other records from the
same time and place to judge what is boilerplate and what is not for your
abstract</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">This is more art than science, and practice helps</span></li>
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concluded, conference registration was open and people were starting to pick up
their materials for the next day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">The conference opened bright and early on Wednesday, May 4. Keynote speaker Connie Lester spoke
about some lesser-known figures in Florida’s past. She’s working to preserve
and improve access to Florida social history sources with a digital initiative
called <a href="http://riches.cah.ucf.edu/" target="_blank">RICHES</a>. Since social history plays a big role in learning about our
ancestors’ lives, I think this is a great program. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">The exhibit hall opened at
9:30 am. As sessions weren't scheduled until 11:00, most people took
the opportunity to make a first pass through the vendor booths. There's been some discussion about attendance and exhibit hall traffic at NGS 2016. Here's my observations, for what they're worth:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">There were a good mix of
vendors, with genealogical institutes, societies, magazines, podcasts, software
developers, and more well represented</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;"><a href="http://www.ancestry.com/" target="_blank">Ancestry</a>, <a href="https://familysearch.org/" target="_blank">FamilySearch</a>,
<a href="https://www.myheritage.com/" target="_blank">MyHeritage</a>, and <a href="http://www.findmypast.com/" target="_blank">FindMyPast</a> all had large displays with special programming</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">A space was set aside in the
back for social media use and interviewing</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">The BCG Certification booth
was consistently busy with people looking at portfolios</span><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;"> </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">The exhibit hall was
unfortunately located on the first floor, far away from the lecture rooms on
the third floor, making it impractical to visit the exhibits during the 30-minute session breaks</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">It was missing a big
bookstore vendor (such as <a href="http://www.maiasbooks.com/" target="_blank">Maia's Books</a>) to draw people in </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">The food concession had a very limited menu and long wait, so a lot of people went off-site for lunch, meaning less traffic for
vendors</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva;">The three biggest vendors (Ancestry, FamilySearch, and MyHeritage) were all right up front as people came in, so the buzz was concentrated there rather than being distributed throughout the hall</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;"><o:p>Personally, I was surprised by how quiet the exhibit hall felt in contrast to the speaker presentations, which seemed well attended considering how many were running at the same time and how spread out the rooms were.</o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Hourly sessions began at
11:00, with ten lectures per session. That’s a lot of choices, and most of the time I was torn between two, three, or even four lectures. To kick things off, I chose “When
Worlds Collide: Resolving Conflicts in Genealogical Records” with Judy Russell.
I’m glad I did. Judy spoke about different methods to deal with conflicting
evidence in order to reach a credible conclusion. Her lecture, like most
others, is available for purchase from <a href="https://www.playbackngs.com/" target="_blank">PlaybackNGS</a>, and I highly recommend it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">After lunch, I attended “A
New Document! Now What?” presented by J. Mark Lowe. I’ve heard Mark talk about
research planning before, but find I always pick up something new because good
speakers are continually updating their presentations. Besides, I’m in a
different place, learning-wise, than I was three or four years ago. One
takeaway from this lecture is that the more specific your research question
is, and the more specific your plan is, the greater your chance of success.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">I finished the day with Gail
Miller’s “Developing a Successful and Efficient Research Plan.” While the
description of her lecture sounded similar to Mark’s, in fact it complemented
it well. I liked Gail's emphasis on knowing all about the locality you’re working
with before you even attempt to develop a research plan. I also appreciated her
advice to <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">literally</i> lay everything
you currently have on a problem (including a map) out in front of you, then ask
yourself what’s missing.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">After a full day, it’s always
nice to go out for dinner with colleagues and friends—especially when the view
from the restaurant involves palm trees and water.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">I enjoyed meeting many of my blog readers at NGS 2016, and hope you all had as much fun as much as I did. I'd love to hear your thoughts or comments about the conference. Stay
tuned for Part 2 shortly...</span></div>
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Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-41254358850393300502016-04-17T12:52:00.000-04:002016-04-22T10:29:44.208-04:00Meet Me in Ft. Lauderdale<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">It’s hard for me to believe,
but in just two weeks I’ll be flying to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, for the </span><a href="http://conference.ngsgenealogy.org/" style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;" target="_blank">NGS 2016 Family History Conference</a><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">. I’ve been looking forward to it for months, and suddenly it's just around the corner. Here are some of the things I'm most excited about:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Several of the nation’s
leading genealogists are presenting new lectures that I hope to hear, including
Elizabeth Shown Mills, Tom Jones, Mark Lowe, Judy Russell, Rick Sayre, Josh
Taylor, and many others. There are so many good speakers and topics that it’s
going to be very hard choosing between them for each time slot.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">I’m also hoping to hear
presentations by some speakers that are new to me, and on subjects I’m less
familiar with. Exploring new territory is one of the most beneficial aspects of
attending a <a href="http://www.ngsgenealogy.org/" target="_blank">National Genealogical Society</a> conference, I’ve found.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">My week kicks off with the
<a href="http://conference.ngsgenealogy.org/bcg-education-fund/" target="_blank">BCG pre-conference workshop</a>, “Putting Skills to Work,” with Jeanne Larzalere
Bloom and David McDonald. A chance to hone my skills with an awesome duo from
the <a href="http://www.bcgcertification.org/" target="_blank">Board for Certification of Genealogists</a> in an interactive, small group
setting. What could be better?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">The exhibit hall promises to
be a buzzing place, with big displays by the likes of <a href="http://home.ancestry.com/" target="_blank">Ancestry</a>, <a href="https://familysearch.org/" target="_blank">FamilySearch</a>,
<a href="http://www.findmypast.com/" target="_blank">Find My Past</a>, and <a href="https://www.myheritage.com/" target="_blank">My Heritage</a>; tables offering help from national and state
genealogical societies; and a host of vendors demonstrating and selling
genealogy-related books, maps, software, archival products, and services. Good
thing I’ve been saving up for this.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Speaking of demonstrations, the
<a href="http://lisalouisecooke.com/ngs/?utm_source=April+13%2C+2016&utm_campaign=inspiration&utm_medium=email" target="_blank">Genealogy Gems booth</a> will be offering free 30-minute power sessions by Lisa
Louise Cooke, Diahan Southard, Jim Beidler, and Lisa Alzo. These are always fun
and informative. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">I can't wait to spend some time with friends and colleagues from other cities and states—without a doubt my favorite
part of any big conference. I also hope to meet new friends and readers. I love
talking with others who share my passion for genealogy, and life in general. (As
if you can’t tell.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Last but not least, Fort
Lauderdale is a beautiful place, and the weather should be fabulous.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Will I see you at
#NGS2016GEN? If you haven’t registered yet, you can get all the information you
need at the <a href="http://conference.ngsgenealogy.org/" target="_blank">conference website</a>, but you’ll want to hurry, because
pre-registration ends April 22. Of course you can always register at the door,
too. Hope to see you there!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";"><i>- Shelley</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-51407748367109071752016-03-25T13:17:00.000-04:002016-03-25T13:17:17.057-04:00Emma Scheibel Steele, 1894-1952<div class="MsoNoteLevel1CxSpFirst" style="margin-left: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: 0in;">
<span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">March is Women’s History
Month, and it’s a good reminder for us to tell the stories of the females in our
family tree. Today I’d like to tell you about my great-grandmother, Emma
Scheibel, who married Homer B. Steele.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Emma is an important branch
on my family tree because she’s my mother’s mother’s mother. In DNA terms, that
means she’s my direct mitochondrial line ancestor. From her, and her mother
before her, and her mother and so forth through umpteen generations, I’ve
inherited my mitochondrial DNA type. It’s a genetic pathway to the past that I
don’t have for any other ancestral line.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Emma Laura Scheibel was born
on 6 March 1894 in Columbus, Ohio. Her parents were Ludwig Scheibel and Pauline
Treebte or Treebto (which I’ve learned is actually spelled “Treptow”). On the
birth register, her name was recorded as Pauline.<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftn1" name="_ftnref" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[1]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a>
I don’t know whether that was an error on the clerk’s part, or whether her
parents later changed their minds about her name, but she appears as Emma in
every other record created about her. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Emma’s father, Ludwig
Scheibel, was born on 29 September 1839 in Germany, possibly Württemberg.<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftn2" name="_ftnref" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[2]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a>
He sometimes went by the American name Louis. Her mother, Pauline Treptow, was
born in Blumenfelde, Kr. Konitz, West Prussia, on 25 February 1855.<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftn3" name="_ftnref" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[3]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a>
They married in Columbus on 13 April 1880. It was Ludwig’s second marriage.<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftn4" name="_ftnref" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[4]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a>
A widow, he already had a son, Peter Scheibel, from his first marriage.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">According to my grandmother,
<a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2011/03/memories-of-ordinary-woman.html" target="_blank">Wilma (Steele) Herrel</a>, Ludwig and Pauline retained a lot of their native
customs and spoke German at home. In public, they spoke English with a heavy
German accent. Knowing this, I imagine Emma grew up speaking both English and
German.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">When the census was taken in
June 1900, Emma was six years old and not yet attending school. Ludwig
Scheibel, age 63, was a harness maker, and owned the family’s home at 428 E.
Fulton St. He had immigrated to the U.S. in 1852 and was a naturalized citizen.
Pauline, age 45, had immigrated in 1875. She had given birth to nine children,
but only five were living. They were Louisa Scheibel, age 15; Willie Scheibel,
13; Augusta Scheibel, 9; Emma; and Albert Scheibel, 4.<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftn5" name="_ftnref" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[5]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">On 11 April 1907, when Emma
was 13 years old, her mother Pauline Scheibel died of tuberculosis.<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftn6" name="_ftnref" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[6]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a>
Those had to be difficult years for the family, as her brother Willy died as
well. By summer 1910, Emma’s school days were behind her. She was 16 years old
and working as a nurse in a hospital.<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftn7" name="_ftnref" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[7]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">But there was another blow
yet to come. On Christmas day 1910, Ludwig Scheibel died of apoplexy (stroke).<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftn8" name="_ftnref" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[8]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a>
Emma and her siblings were orphans.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">I’m not sure how Emma met
Homer Burdell Steele, a native of Cheshire, Gallia County, Ohio. Homer worked
as a shipping clerk for the Federal Glass Company in Columbus, and lived in the
same part of town. Perhaps their paths crossed at church. Rev. Hines married Emma
and Homer on 20 May 1915, when she was 21 years old.<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftn9" name="_ftnref" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[9]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a>
Their first child, Wilma (my grandmother), was born 23 September 1917.<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftn10" name="_ftnref" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[10]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Emma and Homer’s second
daughter, Rosemary Steele, was born 28 November 1919.<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftn11" name="_ftnref" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[11]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a>
After Rosemary, they had four boys in succession: Kenneth Steele, born 1 March 1925<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftn12" name="_ftnref" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[12]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a>;
Homer G. “Junior” Steele, born 26 November 1929<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftn13" name="_ftnref" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[13]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a>;
William “Billy” Steele, born 2 February 1931<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftn14" name="_ftnref" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[14]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a>;
and Ronald Steele, born in 1932. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">In addition to her children,
Emma also cared for her invalid father-in-law. Wilma explained, “My grandmother
<a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2014/02/52-ancestors-minnie-king-steele-oldest.html" target="_blank">Minnie King Steele</a> lived with us many years as Grandfather George Steele had a
stroke & could not work. Grandmother worked at Federal Glass Co. (now out
of business) with my father. My mother took care of Rosemary, me &
Grandfather.”<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftn15" name="_ftnref" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[15]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Wilma identified the picture
below as the last one she knew of that shows the entire family. It was probably
taken in the summer of 1939. In the back row, from left to right, are Wilma, Emma,
Rosemary, Kenny, and Homer Steele. In the front, from left to right, are Billy,
Junior, and Ronald. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Tragedy struck on 14 November
1939 when Billy, playing in the basement with a friend, accidentally started a
fire. “The buckle on his shoe caught on a wire on baled wax paper & he lit
a match to see what he could do,” Wilma recalled.<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftn16" name="_ftnref" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[16]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a>
The waxed paper ignited and Billy, unable to free himself, perished in the
fire. He was eight years old.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">I imagine that was something
that haunted Emma the rest of her life. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Time went on, although it
seems Emma was not well as she reached middle age. “My father always took care
of my mother as she had a heart condition,” Wilma noted. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Sadly, Emma lost another son
to another accident. Junior had enlisted in the Navy after high school, and, at
20 years old, was posted in the Panama Canal Zone. He was off duty but helping
a friend do some repairs on radar equipment when he touched a live wire. He was
electrocuted instantly and died on 18 May 1950.<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftn17" name="_ftnref" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[17]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Emma succumbed to congestive
heart failure two years later, on 23 November 1952. She was 58 years old. She
was buried in Sunset Cemetery in Columbus, along with her sons Billy and Homer
Junior.<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftn18" name="_ftnref" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[18]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">My grandmother remembered
Emma as a good mother and home maker. While she had few outside interests, she
strongly believed in God, home, and family, and wanted her daughter to be happy
and prosperous.<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftn19" name="_ftnref" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[19]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">My mother remembers Emma,
too, particularly the way she made homemade German noodles. She would roll the
noodle dough out and cut it into long strips, then slice it into noodles. Those
raw noodles looked really good to a little girl! But Grandmother Steele
wouldn’t permit anyone to taste before cooking. Now that I think about it,
maybe that was a result of the challenges of feeding a big family through the
Great Depression.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">There’s something that struck
me as I wrote this. You see, I’ve had this information about Emma for quite a
while; it’s not new research. But it wasn’t until I sat down and wrote this
profile that I actually began to <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">see </i>her
life. I think there’s a big difference between bits of information in a
database and a <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">story</i> that pulls them
together into a cohesive narrative, even a short one like this. The process of
writing it out as a narrative somehow creates something bigger and more
engrossing than you think when you’re only looking at the pieces individually. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">It also makes me realize I have more research to do
on Emma’s family. Writing does that—it stimulates you to fill in the gaps and
reach further into the records. Yes, it takes time, but it’s time well spent in
the end. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNoteLevel1CxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: none; tab-stops: .5in;">
<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Is there a woman in your family tree that you’d like
to understand better? If so, you might try writing a little profile or vignette for her.
Lisa Alzo offers a month’s worth of <a href="http://www.theaccidentalgenealogist.com/2016/02/fearless-females-blogging-prompts.html" target="_blank">“Fearless Females” writing prompts</a> to help you (see her March 2016 blog archive).
Gena Philibert-Ortega shares some of her favorite tips and resources for researching
females in her <a href="http://philibertfamily.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Women's History Month 2016</a> series. I hope you enjoy finding and telling the stories of the women in your family history, too.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: Geneva;">--Shelley <o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftnref" name="_ftn13" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[13]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a> Ohio
Department of Health, birth certificate #98192 (1929), Homer George Steele;
Office of Vital Statistics, Columbus.</div>
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<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftnref" name="_ftn14" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[14]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a> Ohio
Department of Health, birth certificate 11272 (1931), William Steele; Office of
Vital Statistics, Columbus.</div>
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<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftnref" name="_ftn15" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[15]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a> <span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Grande"; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Wilma
Steele Herrel, <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Grandmother’s Book</i>,
scrapbook, 1989; privately held by Shelley Bishop. This 9” x 11” book contains
notes, descriptions, photographs and memorabilia ca. 1917-1989; the author (now
deceased) gave it to Bishop in 1989.</span></div>
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<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftnref" name="_ftn16" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[16]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a> <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Ibid.</i></div>
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<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftnref" name="_ftn17" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[17]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a> <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Ibid.</i> Also, Homer G. Steele obituary, <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Columbus Dispatch</i> (Columbus, Ohio),
20 May 1950, p. 2A.</div>
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<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftnref" name="_ftn18" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[18]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a> “Ohio
Deaths, 1908-1953,” digital image, <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">FamilySearch</i>
(<a href="http://www.familysearch.org/">www.familysearch.org</a>: accessed 21
Mar 2012), death certificate #70642 (1952), Emma L. Steele; citing original
records, Ohio Dept. of Health, Ohio History Center, Columbus; FHL microfilm
#2,246,396.</div>
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<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8939752311253681195#_ftnref" name="_ftn19" style="mso-footnote-id: ftn;" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="mso-special-character: footnote;"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->[19]<!--[endif]--></span></span></a> Wilma
Steele Herrel, <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Grandmother’s Book</i>.</div>
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Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-31405792996896999672016-03-14T10:19:00.000-04:002016-03-14T10:19:22.338-04:00A new badge: NGS 2016 Conference Social Media<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<span style="font-family: geneva; text-indent: 0in;">The National Genealogical Society (NGS) Family History Conference
committee recently sent me an email announcing that I’ve been accepted as part of their official 2016 social
media team. I’m happy to have the opportunity to share my excitement for the
conference with all of you!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">The <a href="http://conference.ngsgenealogy.org/" target="_blank">NGS 2016 Conference </a>will be held May 4-7 in sunny Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Not that long ago, some
of us were joking about how national conferences seem to favor cold locations
and dates over warm, tropical climes. Guess we can’t complain anymore. Margaritas,
anyone?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">NGS has a dedicated <a href="http://conference.ngsgenealogy.org/" target="_blank">2016 Conference website</a> with all the information potential attendees need—a full
<a href="http://conference.ngsgenealogy.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/2016-Registration-Brochure.pdf" target="_blank">program brochure</a>, information on <a href="http://conference.ngsgenealogy.org/accommodations/" target="_blank">hotel accommodations</a>, and online registration. This year's theme is "Exploring the Centuries: Footprints in Time." They’re offering an early registration discount through March 31. Interest in the conference
has been so strong that they’ve added more hotels to the original block. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">I’m actually going to Fort
Lauderdale a day early so I can participate in the Board for the Certification
of Genealogists (BCG) Workshop, <a href="http://conference.ngsgenealogy.org/bcg-education-fund/" target="_blank">"Putting Skills to Work,"</a> on Tuesday, May 3. This is a full-day immersion
in two topics for intermediate and advanced genealogists. Current BCG President
Jeanne Larzalere Bloom, CG, will delve into “Spreadsheets 201: Manipulating
Data to Dismantle Brick Walls.” Past-president
Rev. David McDonald, CG, is presenting “Reach for the Power Tools:
Transcriptions & Abstractions.” I’m really looking forward to these small
group workshops with two of my favorite lecturers. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">But that doesn’t mean the
conference is just for experienced researchers. Everyone, even those just starting
out, will find plenty of opportunities to learn, grow, and connect with others
who share their passion for family history. Add in a bustling exhibit hall and
after-hours social activities, and you’ve got a fun-packed schedule. Oh, and
did I mention that some of the hotels even have free shuttles to the beach?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">If you have any questions
about the conference, feel free to ask in the comments
box below and I’ll try my best to answer. And do let me know if you’re planning to
be at NGS in May. I’d love to see you there!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--EndFragment-->Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-85276544327344006172016-03-05T17:09:00.001-05:002016-03-13T23:09:41.722-04:00Got Irish Ancestors? You're in Luck!<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">If you’re researching Irish
ancestors, there’s a lot of good news these days. New databases and digitized
original records are making it easier than ever to find your family in the
Emerald Isle. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Yes, Irish research still has
its difficulties. Nothing is going to bring back the historic records lost when
the Four Courts building in Dublin burned down in 1922, or the census
records of 1861-1891 that the government destroyed. But the clamor for
genealogical resources has inspired some helpful substitutes, as well as wider
access to surviving records. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">With St. Patrick’s Day
approaching, companies are also offering special discounts and access to their Irish collections. Here’s a rundown of some recent
announcements:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";"><o:p> </o:p></span><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;"> </span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";">From FindMyPast.com:</span></b></div>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">10 million historic <a href="https://blog.findmypast.com/10-million-new-1632616369.html" target="_blank">Irish Catholic Parish Records</a> released and will remain <b>free to search forever</b></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">Digitized surviving fragments
of </span><a href="http://search.findmypast.com/search-world-Records/ireland-census-1821-1851?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=record&utm_campaign=W1Mar&_ga=1.190069932.609704075.1454129126" style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;" target="_blank">Irish Census Records, 1821-1851</a><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">, added</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">20% off a 12-month World Subscription through March 17th (code: IRISH20)</span></li>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";">From FamilySearch.org:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">Free March <a href="https://familysearch.org/blog/en/family-history-library-announces-free-webinar-seriesirish-records-resources-online-march-2016/" target="_blank">webinar series: “Irish Records & Resources Online”</a> announced</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">Digitized surviving fragments
of <a href="https://familysearch.org/search/collection/2345228" target="_blank">Irish Census Records for 1821</a>, <a href="https://familysearch.org/search/collection/2334949" target="_blank">1831</a>, <a href="https://familysearch.org/search/collection/2346276" target="_blank">1841</a>, and <a href="https://familysearch.org/search/collection/2340880" target="_blank">1851</a> added</span></li>
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<b><span style="font-family: "geneva";">From Ancestry.com:</span></b></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">10 million historic <a href="http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=61039" target="_blank">Catholic Parish Records, 1655-1915</a> added</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">Updates to the <a href="http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=2573" target="_blank">Civil Registration Births Index, 1864-1898</a></span></li>
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<b><span style="font-family: "geneva";">From RootsIreland.ie: <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">Special offer: buy a <a href="http://www.rootsireland.ie/2016/02/12-month-subscription-for-6-offer-during-march-2016/" target="_blank">12 month subscription for the price of 6 months</a></span></li>
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<b><span style="font-family: "geneva";">From AncestryIreland.com:</span><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">Ulster Historical Foundation
kicks off its <a href="http://www.ancestryireland.com/latest-news/north-american-lecture-tour-itinerary-05-22-march-2016/" target="_blank">North American Lecture Tour</a>, March 5-22 (note that some locations
are sold out) </span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">To keep up with the latest releases and
developments, I recommend following the </span><a href="http://www.irishgenealogynews.com/" style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;" target="_blank">Irish Genealogy News</a><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;"> blog by Claire Santry. Her
companion website, </span><a href="http://www.irish-genealogy-toolkit.com/" style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;" target="_blank">Irish Genealogy Toolkit</a><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">, provides a wealth of information
and links to help you with your Irish family history research.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">The photos you see here were
taken during my trip to Ireland in May 2015. We had a great time, and I can’t
wait to go back. Hopefully we’ll be able to see some ancestral sites next time.
My husband has recent Irish roots—his grandfather, Harry Baxter, and
great-grandfather, Robert Baxter, both immigrated from Belfast, Northern
Ireland, in the early 20<sup>th</sup> century. I believe I have Scots-Irish
ancestry as well, but it’s much further back in time, and I still have a lot of
research to do. But each new database, finding aid, and online record
collection helps bring that goal a little closer. I hope it does for you, too.
<i>Slainte!</i></span></div>
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Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-15371579342422121332016-02-08T11:48:00.000-05:002016-02-08T11:48:06.074-05:00Getting a GRIP on Education<div class="MsoNoteLevel1CxSpFirst" style="margin-left: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: 0in;">
<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Here in the middle of winter,
the long, hot days of summer seem far away. I don't want to say they'll be here
before you know it, because I see no need to
rush time. But there’s a great opportunity to sharpen your genealogical skills
coming up this summer. And now’s the time to reserve your spot for it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">The <a href="http://www.gripitt.org/" target="_blank">Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh</a>, widely known as GRIP, will open registration for its
first 2016 session on Wednesday, February 10 at 12:00 noon EST. There are six
courses to pick from for that <a href="http://www.gripitt.org/?page_id=1897" target="_blank">first session</a>, which runs June 26-July 1:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">Family Archiving: Heirlooms
in the Digital Age</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">Fundamentals of Forensic
Genealogy for the 21</span><sup style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">st</sup><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;"> Century</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">German Research Resources</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">Master the Art of
Genealogical Documentation</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">Pennsylvania: Research in the
Keystone State</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">Women and Children First!
Research Methods for the Hidden Members of the Family</span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">Instructors include Tom
Jones, Judy Russell, Warren Bittner, Michael Lacopo, Denise Levenick, and Cathi
Desmarais, to name just a few. You can read about the </span><a href="http://www.gripitt.org/?page_id=1897" style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;" target="_blank">June course offerings here</a><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">; click on the course titles for more details.</span></div>
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I'm happy to announce that I'll be co-teaching a couple of classes in Denise
Levenick’s course, <a href="http://www.gripitt.org/?page_id=1897" target="_blank">Family Archiving: Heirlooms in the Digital Age</a>. You might
know Denise as <a href="http://thefamilycurator.com/" target="_blank">The Family Curator</a>, and the author of <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">How to Archive Family Keepsakes </i>and <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">How to Archive Family Photos.</i> This is the first time she’s offered
a course in family history preservation, and I'm vey excited to be a part of
it. Students will get hands-on experience and be encouraged to work on their
own ideas during the course, so they can hit the ground running when they get
home. If you’ve been wanting to get an organized start on preserving your
photos, heirlooms, and family history, this is a great chance to learn the best
techniques to make it easier.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">The <a href="http://www.gripitt.org/?page_id=1900" target="_blank">second session of GRIP</a>,
slated for July 17-22, will feature seven course offerings:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">Advanced Genetic Genealogy</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">Diving Deeper into New
England: Advanced Strategies for Success</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">From Confusion to Conclusion:
How to Write Proof Arguments</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">Intermediate Genealogy: Tools
for Digging Deeper</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">Practical Genetic Genealogy</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">Resources and Strategies for
Researching Your Italian Ancestors</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">Advanced Research Methods</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">That makes 13 different
courses to choose from. Each one features five days of instruction by leading
genealogical educators and the chance to interact with others who share your
passion. Plus, it’s just plain fun!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">GRIP is held at LaRoche
College in Pittsburgh. Students can opt to stay on campus in a dormitory just
steps from the main classroom building, with meals included. The dorm rooms
aren’t luxurious, but they have private bathrooms, a mini-fridge and microwave.
Think of it as going to summer school for a week with a bunch of genealogy buddies. If you’d
like some idea of what it’s like, take a look at some photos and recaps I posted in previous years:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;"><a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2012/07/inaugural-day-at-grip.html" target="_blank">Inaugural Day at GRIP</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;"><a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2013/07/news-and-views-from-grip.html" target="_blank">News and Views from GRIP</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;"><a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2012/07/and-grip-goes-on.html" target="_blank">And the GRIP Goes On...</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Like I said, registration for
the June session begins February 10 at noon EST. Sign-ups for the July session follow on March 2. You’ll find <a href="http://www.gripitt.org/?page_id=73" target="_blank">registration information here</a>. Some courses tend to fill up quickly, so if you have a particular
favorite in mind, you’ll want to get in as soon as possible. There's even a <a href="http://www.gripitt.org/?page_id=1627" target="_blank">Countdown Page</a> that takes you straight to registration. Enrollment usually remains open until a few weeks before classes start, with wait lists
for full courses.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Here’s to warmer weather, and
to hopefully seeing some of you at GRIP this summer!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-31684212689055203802016-02-02T10:16:00.000-05:002016-02-02T16:16:13.340-05:00Ready, Set: How to Watch RootsTech from Home<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">The genealogy world lens is
focused on Salt Lake City right now in preparation for </span><a href="https://www.rootstech.org/?lang=eng" style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;" target="_blank">RootsTech 2016</a><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">.
Thousands are converging there for four days of classes, exhibits,
keynote presentations, and entertainment starting Wednesday, February 3. It’s
expected to be the largest family history conference in North America, if not
the world.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">And I won’t be there.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">But I’m not going to sit and
feel sorry for myself. I intend to follow along and join in the fun from afar.
And if you’re stuck at home like me, so can you.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";"><a href="https://familysearch.org/" target="_blank">FamilySearch</a>, which produces
RootsTech in conjunction with numerous sponsors, is once again providing global
live streaming of selected sessions. With the help of social media, you can
hear the latest news, read recaps, see photos, watch videos, and even
communicate with other participants.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Just as those attending in
person need to pack and plan, it helps to spend a little time preparing to follow
RootsTech virtually. Here’s some tips to help you get ready to join the audience
that will be watching from around the globe:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="text-indent: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";">1. Get familiar with the RootsTech website,</span></b><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;"> <a href="http://www.rootstech.org/" target="_blank">www.rootstech.org</a>.
Here you can see the full schedule of classes, learn about the keynote
speakers, and find lists and links to exhibitors and ambassadors—many of the
people who will be reporting live from RootsTech. This is also where you’ll
tune in to watch live streaming sessions, which are offered Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";">2. Click on <a href="https://www.rootstech.org/streaming-schedule?lang=eng" target="_blank">Live Stream Schedule</a> to find the sessions that will be broadcast globally in real time</span></b><span style="font-family: "geneva";">. Note the times of the ones you want to watch—and
remember to convert them from Mountain Time (MST) to your local time zone. If
there are some you can’t fit into your schedule, don’t despair—the videos will
be available afterward, on the same website. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Here’s some live streaming classes
I have on my must-see list:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li><b style="text-indent: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";">Amy Crow:</span></b><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;"> Best Websites and
Apps for Local History (Thurs. 1:30 pm)</span></li>
<li><b style="text-indent: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";">Lisa Louise Cooke:</span></b><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;"> Proven
Methodology for Using Google in Genealogy (Fri. 1:30 pm)</span></li>
<li><b style="text-indent: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";">Peggy Lauritzen:</span></b><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;"> Homespun
and Calico: Researching Our Foremothers (Sat. 3:00 pm)</span></li>
<li><b style="text-indent: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";">James Ison:</span></b><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;"> Using the
Genealogical Proof Standard for Success (Sat. 4:30 pm)</span></li>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";">3. Download the syllabus materials </span></b><span style="font-family: "geneva";">for the live stream sessions, as well as other sessions that interest
you. That’s right, the handouts for all classes have been posted on the
website. I’ve found this is actually a multi-step process:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">Click on </span><i style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">2016 Classes</i><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;"> to see class titles and descriptions. Use the left sidebar to filter your choices, or click
on the </span><i style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">Speakers</i><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;"> tab to find sessions
offered by particular speakers</span><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">. Note the code
number for the class.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">Example: Tom Jones is
teaching “Solutions for Missing and Scarce Records,” code number RT8290</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">Go back to the homepage,
click on </span><i style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">Class Syllabus</i><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">, and find
that class by opening up the selections for the appropriate category (this one
is in "RootsTech 3000 and above"). You’ll see a PDF of the handout.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">If you like, save the syllabus
in a RootsTech folder on your desktop, or in Dropbox, Evernote, or another
cloud service. (I like Evernote because it indexes every word in the document,
so I can easily find things again.)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">Of course, this isn’t the
same as actually seeing or hearing the presentation being given, but it's still pretty cool, and can give you some helpful hints and resources to refer to</span></li>
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<b style="text-indent: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";">4. Get your social media engine revved up</span></b><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;"> to follow the action on <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23rootstech&src=typd" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=rootstech" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, or
<a href="https://plus.google.com/s/rootstech" target="_blank">Google+.</a> Twitter is especially fun because the commentary is so immediate. Some
<a href="https://www.rootstech.org/about/ambassadors?lang=eng" target="_blank">exhibit hall vendors</a> offer special deals that they extend to viewers at home,
and you’ll hear about those, too. Look for and use the official hashtag,
#RootsTech. </span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";">5. Follow some of the bloggers listed as <a href="https://www.rootstech.org/about/ambassadors?lang=eng" target="_blank">Ambassadors</a></span></b><span style="font-family: "geneva";"> to see recaps, photos, and the latest news. They’re
all good, so you can’t go wrong. But if you can only pick one, I’d suggest you
follow Randy Seaver’s <a href="http://www.geneamusings.com/" target="_blank">Genea-Musings</a>. In past years, Randy has done compilations
of posts from numerous bloggers, saving you some legwork. He’ll give you a good
taste for what’s going on.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";">6. Remember to tune in to watch the live streaming</span></b><span style="font-family: "geneva";">. The feed will start automatically on the <a href="https://www.rootstech.org/?lang=eng" target="_blank">RootsTech homepage</a> at the scheduled time. You don’t have to register, sign in, or do
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">And that’s how you, too, can share
in the fun and discovery of RootsTech without leaving home. The kicker? It’s
absolutely free. Thank you, FamilySearch!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-46542717018827503992016-01-27T10:29:00.000-05:002016-02-02T16:14:02.613-05:00Avoiding Ancestor Identity Mix-Ups<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">Let’s face it—it can be hard
to tell your ancestors apart from others with similar names, ages, and
residences. It’s especially hard when all you have to go on is a single record, a short listing
in an index or database, or a name in someone else’s online family
tree.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">In fact, it’s kind of like
picking your suitcase out from a long line of similarly sized and colored bags on the baggage claim belt. How can you be sure you’ve got the right one?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">That’s a problem every
genealogist faces at some point. So it’s good to have a few strategies up your
sleeve. After all, who wants to waste time tracking a false lead, or have to go back and prune stray branches off their tree later?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Which is precisely the reason
I wrote my latest article, “Mistaken Identities,” for <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Family Tree Magazine</i>. In it, I offer seven strategies for making
sure the records you claim actually belong to your ancestors. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">All seven strategies are easy
to implement, and can help you keep your genealogy hunt on track. I talk about:
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<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">the best way to use online
family trees</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">how to see what’s behind an
index or database listing</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">how tools like charts and
timelines can help</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">what a map can show you</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">why you should get to know your ancestor's network</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">the danger of making assumptions</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">how to play devil’s advocate
to settle tricky questions</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">The article is filled with details and examples. You’ll find it
in the January/February 2016 issue of </span><i style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">Family
Tree Magazine</i><span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">. For a little preview, check out my interview with Lisa
Louise Cooke in this <a href="http://www.familytreemagazine.com/article/episode92" target="_blank">newly-released podcast</a>. It was a real thrill for me to
talk with Lisa, who I’ve admired for a long time.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">The current issue of <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Family Tree Magazine</i> has a lot of other
great articles too, all aimed at being “Your 2016 Genealogy Discovery Guide.” Authors include Sunny Jane Morton, Harold Henderson, David Fryxell, Karin Berry, Sharon DeBartolo Carmack, Denise Levenick, and Maureen Taylor. If
you’re not a subscriber, you might be able to find a copy at your local
bookstore (my Barnes & Noble’s carries it), or see the <a href="http://www.shopfamilytree.com/family-tree-magazine-january-february-2016" target="_blank"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Family Tree Magazine</i> website</a> to order one. You can also get it as a
<a href="http://www.shopfamilytree.com/digital-issue-family-tree-magazine-january-february-2016" target="_blank">digital download</a> if you prefer.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">I hope you find the article
helpful and inspiring. I’d love to hear your feedback, as well as any other
tips you might have for avoiding mix-ups. Here’s wishing you a successful year
of finding your ancestors!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-54329842593540161342015-12-31T10:53:00.000-05:002015-12-31T10:53:54.202-05:00For Auld Lang Syne: Patron Song of Genealogists<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">As we close out the old year and welcome in the new one, I’d like to share with you my favorite version of “Auld Lang Syne,” performed by James Taylor. I confess to listening to this haunting yet hopeful tune when I’m feeling reflective year-round, not just during the holidays.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">According to Wikipedia, the original poem that provides the lyrics was written by Scottish poet Robert Burns in 1788. The music is a traditional folk song. In fact, the origins of the song may stretch back to an earlier ballad printed by James Watson in 1711. However you figure it, that’s a lot of New Year’s Eves ago.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">But what does it mean? The original Scottish title can be loosely translated to “long, long ago,” “old times,” or “days gone by.” The lyrics ask whether old times, and old friends, should be forgotten. They seem to remind us, in the words of a traditional camp song, to “Make new friends, but keep the old; one is silver, and the other gold.” It’s sung on New Year’s Eve in English-speaking countries around the world, and played on other occasions as well.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">As family historians, we do our best to keep the memories of old times, and the legends of people who lived long gone, alive. We are preservationists at heart. The message of “Auld Lang Syne” is one that speaks to what we do each time we research and tell the stories of our ancestors. When you think about it, it could be the patron song of genealogists.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">I hope you enjoy this rendition of “Auld Lang Syne.” May you have a new year filled with peace, prosperity, good health, and good times!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Note: This post originally appeared on<a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/" target="_blank"> A Sense of Family</a> on December 31, 2012. How time flies! If you remember it from then, thank you for being such a loyal reader, and I hope you enjoy it just as much this time around. </i></span></div>
Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-29476103052416450792015-11-13T14:05:00.000-05:002015-11-16T12:17:05.340-05:00Researching Civil War Veterans in G.A.R. Records<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "geneva"; text-indent: 0in;">Do you have a Union Civil War
veteran in your family tree? If so, have you checked to see if he joined a
local Grand Army of the Republic (G.A.R.) post?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">G.A.R. units sprang up in
communities throughout the U.S. (especially the northern states) in the latter
part of the 19th century. While essentially a fraternal organization offering
camaraderie for Civil War vets, G.A.R. meetings also provided men with
information about things like changes in pension laws or requirements. Each
local Post was part of a statewide Department, which in turn reported to the
national Commander. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">And lucky for us, they kept
good records of their members. Many have been lost, but some have survived and
are now in various archival collections.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";">What can G.A.R. records tell you about
your ancestor?</span></i></b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";"> <o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">The most helpful information often
comes from a record-keeping journal called the Post Descriptive Book. This is essentially
the local post’s inventory of its members. The post descriptive books that I’ve
seen (all from Ohio) contain the following:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "geneva";">Veteran’s name</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva";">Member number (indicates order in which he joined
the post)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva";">City or township of residence</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva";">Occupation</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva";">Date of birth</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva";">Place of birth (city or county if same state,
otherwise name of state or foreign country)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva";">Date of military enlistment</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva";">Military rank</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva";">Company or companies he served in</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "geneva";">Date of discharge</span><span style="font-family: "geneva";"> </span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Other sources to look for include the post’s
application for charter, its members’ applications for membership, and the
post’s quarterly muster rolls. If you discover your ancestor was an officer of
the post or served as a delegate to one of the Department (state) or National
Encampments, you might find even more records of interest.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";">How do you know what post your
ancestor might have joined?</span></i></b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";"> <o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Men typically joined the post
closest to where they were living at the time. So the first thing to do is find
your veteran in the 1870,1880, and 1900 federal censuses, and perhaps the
surviving remnants of the <a href="http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=8667" target="_blank">1890 veteran’s schedule</a>. City and county directories
can also be helpful.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Once you know his residence,
visit the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War’s <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><a href="http://www.suvcw.org/garrecords/" target="_blank">Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) Records Project</a></i>. They’ve assembled
state-by-state listings of all known G.A.R. posts. You might also check old
county histories, which often named the local G.A.R. units with pride. In
addition, the obituaries and cemetery markers of former soldiers sometimes
indicate their G.A.R. affiliations.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Most G.A.R. posts are
identified by both a number and a name. The name was often selected to honor a
local military or public figure. I'd also like to mention that Larry Stevens has compiled a very helpful list of </span><a href="http://www.ohiocivilwar.com/gar.html" style="font-family: Geneva;" target="_blank">Ohio G.A.R. Posts</a><span style="font-family: "geneva";">, organized by county.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">The FamilySearch Wiki article, <a href="https://familysearch.org/learn/wiki/en/Union_Veterans%27_and_Lineage_Society_Records" target="_blank">“Union Veterans’ and Lineage Society Records,”</a> is a good place to start. It indicates that the
Family History Library has films for Iowa, Michigan, Nebraska, Oregon, South
Dakota, and Utah G.A.R. units, and discusses Illinois records. Collections for
Kansas and New York are available at <a href="http://search.ancestry.com/search/cardcatalog.aspx#ccat=hc=25&dbSort=1&sbo=1&title=&keyword=Grand%20Army%20of%20the%20Republic&" target="_blank">Ancestry.com</a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">If your ancestor didn’t live in one of those states,
your best bet is to check your state archives or state library to see if it has
any G.A.R. records in its collection. You might also check university libraries
or other regional or local repositories. Since I’m most familiar with Ohio,
I’ll use that as an example. A search for “Grand Army of the Republic” in the
<a href="https://www.ohiohistory.org/learn/archives-library" target="_blank">Ohio History Connection’s (OHC) Online Collections Catalog</a> of manuscripts and state archives returns a number of results. Among them is MSS 715: <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Grand Army of the Republic, Dept. of Ohio Records, 1876-1936. <o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Now, normally I’d suggest you look at the
collection’s finding aid to see exactly what it includes, but this particular
collection is in the process of being reorganized for better preservation, and
the new finding aid isn’t out yet. The records are still available for use, though,
and the archivists are happy to help you find what you need. I’ll warn you that
the holdings are hit-or-miss, with good records for some posts and next to
nothing for others. I suspect that’s probably the case in other states as well.
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Those of you with Ohio connections might like to know
that OHC has the post descriptive books for Posts 34, 107, 109, 665, 674, 704,
717, 728, 746, and 752. They also have a scattering of muster rolls,
applications for charter, election reports, minute books, encampment registers,
and financial account books.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">For example, here’s the application for the charter
of Post 156, known as Groce’s Post, in Chillicothe, Pickaway County, Ohio. It
was chartered on 4 November 1881:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Notice all the different inks and handwritings. It
looks like each of these charter members filled out his own information, giving
you his signature and a sample of his handwriting. Pretty cool, huh? Of course
the post went on to gain many more members—this just documents those who were in on
its founding. And it doesn’t provide any personal information. That’s why the
descriptive books are such gems, when you can find them. This particular one is
missing.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "geneva";">Will G.A.R. records tell you who your ancestor’s
parents were? <o:p></o:p></span></i></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Well, no, at least not directly. But they can
provide additional pieces of evidence to help you identify potential parents
and answer other questions about him. And they give you a ready-made circle of
friends and associates who knew him, which can lead to more records. In
genealogy, widening the circle around your target can be just the ticket to
narrowing in on the answer you seek.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">If you’ve used G.A.R. records, I’d be interested to
know what you found. And if you haven’t, I hope this might encourage you to
give them a try. It’s one more way to uncover the fascinating story of your
Civil War veteran’s life.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";"><i>--Shelley</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";"><i>G.A.R. postcard image courtesy of <a href="https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File%3APostcard%2C_Grand_Army_of_the_Republic_1915.jpg" target="_blank">Wikimedia Commons</a>, attributed to Derry Public Library.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";">Related Posts: </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";"><a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2013/04/a-virtual-gallery-of-civil-war.html" target="_blank">A Virtual Gallery of Civil War Photographs</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";"><a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2011/04/newel-king-91st-ohio-volunteer-infantry.html" target="_blank">Newel King, 91st Ohio Volunteer Infantry</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "geneva";"><a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2012/05/honoring-civil-war-veterans-at-ridges.html" target="_blank">Honoring Civil War Veterans at The Ridges</a></span></div>
Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-91873582511814939842015-10-20T23:15:00.000-04:002015-10-20T23:50:01.660-04:00Back in the Saddle<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My dad, Edward (Eddie) Ballenger</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">Those of you who follow this
blog may have noticed it's been a bit quiet around here lately. The truth is, I experienced
a personal high and low in the same week in June, and it’s taken me awhile to
find my balance again.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">The high point was that I
attended Judy Russell’s course, <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Advanced
Methodology & Evidence Analysis,</i> at the <a href="http://samford.libguides.com/ighr" target="_blank">Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research (IGHR)</a> at Samford University. And it was fantastic! Judy,
the other instructors, and my fellow classmates made for an amazing learning
experience. I was honored to be one of the recipients of the <a href="http://www.cocouncil.org/documents/BirdieIGHR.pdf" target="_blank">Birdie Monk Holsclaw Memorial Scholarship</a>, along with my dear friend and colleague Laura Prescott. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Completing this course was a goal I’ve had for a long time, and it was all I
hoped it’d be.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">The low point was that my
father passed away while I was there. He had been ill for some time, but not critically
so, and his death was unexpected. Wrestling with my emotions and the decision
of whether or not to leave Samford and go home took more than a little wind out
of my sails (an analogy my dad, an avid sailor, would appreciate). In the end,
the funeral was slated for the following week, and I was able to help with arrangements
from afar by sending digitized photos for his memorial slideshow. I finished
the course and still got home two days before calling hours.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Simultaneously, in another
state, my 91-year-old father-in-law became ill, and we literally flew
from my father’s funeral to be with him. Happily, he recovered and is doing
pretty well now, all things considered.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Needless to say, though, the
whole experience left me drained. Blogging ended up being the last thing on my
mind. As time went by, it seemed harder and harder to pick it up again.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">But thanks to encouragement
from my friends and family, I’m back. As genealogists, we talk about our
ancestors’ friends and associates as a critical component of their lives. Well,
it works that way in the present too, doesn’t it? Those close to us have a way
of standing by us and nudging us to continue on. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Today happens to be the fifth
anniversary of the day I oh-so-tentatively entered <a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2010/10/welcome.html" target="_blank">my first post</a> on <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/" target="_blank">A Sense of Family</a></i>. So it’s the perfect time to say thank you to all
my readers, whether you’ve followed me from the beginning, just recently
stumbled upon my site, or fall somewhere in-between. A special thanks to everyone
who has stuck by me through this quiet time. I hope to get back to blogging
more regularly and sharing more of my discoveries with you in the coming year. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">And I hope you’ll share with
me as well, because it’s much more fun that way! I love seeing your comments
and questions. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">On we go...</span><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;"> </span></div>
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Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-54668310458268431672015-06-01T09:22:00.000-04:002015-06-01T09:27:06.988-04:00How to Archive Family Photos: help for managing digital overload<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Do you have a digital mess on
your hands? Taken hundreds or thousands of photos that have never seen light
beyond a screen? Wish you knew how to manage them, and maybe actually print,
share, or create something with them?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">For me, the answers are yes,
yes, and YES. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Thankfully, help has arrived.
Denise May Levenick, aka <a href="http://www.thefamilycurator.com/" target="_blank">The Family Curator</a>, has written a wonderful new book
called <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><a href="http://www.shopfamilytree.com/how-to-archive-family-photos" target="_blank">How to Archive Family Photos</a></i>.
It outlines strategies and ideas for changing the way you work with digital
images to better be able to find, preserve, and enjoy them. In just a few days,
it’s transformed how I manage my digital photo collection.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Lest that seem overwhelming,
Levenick offers a piece of advice in the first chapter: start where you are,
with your current batch of smartphone or camera photos, and go forward from
there. Once you get a workflow established, it’s easier to go back and bring
your older files into the fold. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">The whole concept that there
is a workflow to managing digital images, and that it can be streamlined for
efficiency, was an eye-opener for me. Professional photographers call it
<a href="http://www.thefamilycurator.com/home/2015/5/11/dam-workflows-that-really-work.html#.VWtUi0ugoaA" target="_blank">Digital Asset Management (DAM)</a>. It’s a simple seven-step process that covers
everything from capturing the image (taking a picture) to editing, exporting,
and sharing it. Levenick provides multiple examples of how to create a
customized workflow to suit your particular goals and situation. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">I've needed a system like this desperately. When I bought my first
digital camera, it felt liberating to be able to take hundreds of pictures on a
tiny card, rather than 24 shots on a roll of film. I learned to upload them to
my computer, where they routinely appeared in My Pictures folder or iPhoto.
More recently, I started doing the same thing with images taken on my phone. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">And there they’ve sat. Countless
images, priceless memories, adrift in a sea of computer files. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Except that’s not the half of
it. As a genealogist, I’ve also digitized old cabinet cards, tiny early 20<sup>th</sup>
century photos, faded mid-century snapshots, and old menus and keepsakes. I’ve
taken pictures of tombstones in numerous cemeteries, and made digital copies of
probate packets and pension files. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">How, then, do I go about
creating an organized system out of this jumble of modern events and historical
treasures? How do I integrate images captured on my camera, smartphone, and
tablet with those imported from my scanner, in such a way that I can quickly find
things I want later? And how can I make sure I don’t <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">lose</i> all this stuff as time goes by?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: Geneva;">How to Archive Family Photos</span></i><span style="font-family: Geneva;"> answers all these questions, along with some I didn't even know to ask. Here are the strategies I’ve been looking for. The book’s straightforward,
encouraging approach gave me the incentive and tools to get started
on this long-overdue process. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Levenick offers practical
advice for every step of the way, including:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">photo management solutions for
both PC and Mac users</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">file naming and organizing
strategies</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">online storage and photo
sharing options</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">equipment for digitizing,
preserving, and backing up images</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">keys to scanning, organizing, and
safely storing heirloom prints</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">In the final chapters,
Levenick explores methods of getting photos out of your files and into
a form where they can be enjoyed and appreciated. She explains how to create a
variety of simple photo projects, including cards, collages, calendars,
scrapbook pages, Facebook cover photos, and home décor. She also discusses many options for creating photo books, as well as smartphone and
tablet apps for sharing on the go. I've done a few of these already, and am eager to try more.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">For anyone wishing to bring
order to a growing digital image collection, gain peace of mind that the collection
is securely preserved, and discover ways to share and enjoy favorite pictures, I highly recommend <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">How to
Archive Family Photos.</i> It’s a bargain at roughly what I used to pay to get
a couple rolls of film developed. I bought my book from <i>Family Tree Magazine's</i> <a href="http://www.shopfamilytree.com/how-to-archive-family-photos" target="_blank">ShopFamilyTree</a>,
and it’s also available on <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Archive-Family-Photos-Step---Step/dp/144034096X/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1433097026&sr=1-1&keywords=how+to+archive+family+photos" target="_blank">Amazon</a>. There's a Kindle version if you prefer to read electronically.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">This is one of those books I know I'll be returning to again and again. It's earned a spot beside my computer, where I can use it to keep refining my workflow and playing with new projects. If you're wrestling with digital image overload, I think you'll find it indispensable, too. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;"><i>--Shelley</i></span></div>
Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-4702449665361230082015-05-27T10:58:00.000-04:002015-05-27T10:58:19.170-04:00May's Bounty<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">What a month this has been!
Hot on the heels of the successful Ohio Genealogical Society 2015 Conference,
May ushered in a bunch of family highlights. One daughter graduated with her
MBA and got engaged a week later; another daughter and her friends spent a
fun-filled weekend with us; I helped my mother look for a new house in Florida;
and my husband and I took a two-week trip to Ireland and Spain. Now that I’m
home and have a chance to catch my breath, I can’t help but feel I’ve been incredibly
blessed.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">It’s one of those times in
life when you can almost feel the pages turning.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Even as I’m busy catching up
with mail, laundry, work, and so forth, I want to make sure to preserve the
memories of these times. I’ve taken hundreds of pictures and collected a dozen
new Irish civil registration records on my mother-in-law’s family. I’ve
uploaded all the images to my computer and backed up with Apple’s Time Machine
and <a href="http://mozy.com/product/mozy/personal" target="_blank">Mozy</a>, so they’re safe for the moment.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">But I want to get those
images off my computer and enjoy them, and I want to be able to find and access
them ten years from now. Which is why I was thrilled to find the copy I’d
ordered of Denise Levenick’s new book, <a href="http://www.shopfamilytree.com/how-to-archive-family-photos" target="_blank"><i>How to Archive Family Photos,</i></a> waiting in my stack of mail. (You might know Denise through her blog, <a href="http://www.thefamilycurator.com/" target="_blank">The Family Curator</a>.) Even though I’m just
partway through the book, I’m already getting excited about trying her ideas. This looks
like exactly the kind of system I need.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">So I’m going to keep reading,
and I’ll give you a full review in a few days. And I plan to tell you later about
how I obtained those Irish records. I’m also headed to the <a href="http://samford.v1.libguides.com/ighr" target="_blank">Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research (IGHR)</a> at Samford University in less than two
weeks, which I’m very excited about. Stay tuned—life shows no signs of slowing
down!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;"><i>--Shelley </i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-52414243853876868312015-03-15T18:32:00.000-04:002015-03-15T18:32:35.320-04:00OGS Conference Early Bird Discount Ends March 18<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">There’s only a few days left
to catch extra savings on registration for the upcoming <a href="http://www.ogs.org/conference2015/index.php" target="_blank">Ohio Genealogical Society (OGS) Conference</a>. The conference, held in downtown Columbus, runs April
9-11, 2015, with workshops and events starting April 8.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">In the course of three and a half days, OGS has 44 top-notch speakers offering nearly 100
presentations, workshops, luncheons, and roundtable discussions. <o:p></o:p></span><span style="font-family: Geneva;">Judy G. Russell, </span><a href="http://www.legalgenealogist.com/" style="font-family: Geneva;" target="_blank">The Legal Genealogist</a><span style="font-family: Geneva;">, will present a brand new keynote address, plus four additional lectures. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;"><o:p><br /></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">I think the </span><a href="http://www.ogs.org/conference2015/2015ConferenceRegistration.pdf" style="font-family: Geneva;" target="_blank">conference program</a><span style="font-family: Geneva;"> looks flat-out amazing. Then again, I might a little partial to it. (Disclaimer: I’m serving as Program Chair, which means I’ve handled endless paperwork and emails with no pay. It also means I get to work with some of the best speakers and most dedicated volunteers in genealogy-land.) </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Whether you’re just beginning
your family history search or a seasoned genealogist, or anywhere in-between,
you’re sure to find something of interest. Tracks include <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Problem-Solving Strategies, Technology Tools, Records & Resources,
DNA/Genetic Genealogy, Military Research, Sharing Family History, German Ancestors, African-American
& Southern Research, Organizing & Productivity, Methods for Success,
Preserving Your Heritage, Ohio Ancestors, Forensic Genealogy</i>, and more.</span></div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOW_LujXplK2nLQlJbA2FMugNoSfKqw1SUzhhMEH1LMN9_Ascq7bE9RcNIls4zFJrAlT8ILQplUBkAmml4T_saSn7V0QEBvxiMC5kfqImFAFzl9WOPDlYanCtSlx1gVF1oJHQFhn18f1U/s1600/early_bird.gif" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOW_LujXplK2nLQlJbA2FMugNoSfKqw1SUzhhMEH1LMN9_Ascq7bE9RcNIls4zFJrAlT8ILQplUBkAmml4T_saSn7V0QEBvxiMC5kfqImFAFzl9WOPDlYanCtSlx1gVF1oJHQFhn18f1U/s1600/early_bird.gif" height="200" width="181" /></a><span style="font-family: Geneva;">Check out the schedule </span><span style="font-family: Geneva;">for yourself </span><a href="http://www.ogs.org/conference2015/2015ConferenceRegistration.pdf" style="font-family: Geneva;" target="_blank">here</a><span style="font-family: Geneva;">. I hope you'll agree this is one you won’t want to miss.</span><span style="font-family: Geneva;"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">By registering before the
March 18<sup>th</sup> early-bird deadline, you get:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">a $40 savings on full conference registration</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">an electronic copy of the
syllabus in advance, to help plan your time</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">first chance at workshops and
events that might sell out</span><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;"> </span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">So why wait? Visit the <a href="http://www.ogs.org/conference2015/index.php" target="_blank">OGS 2015 Conference website</a> for
more information and online registration. Oh, and if you just can’t decide now,
rest assured that you can still register right up to conference time, or even
at the door.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Hope to see you in Columbus
in April!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-69538381133521987872015-02-02T16:25:00.000-05:002015-02-02T19:02:39.992-05:00Learning About Genetic Genealogy, Part 2<div class="MsoNoteLevel1CxSpFirst" style="margin-left: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: 0in;">
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Last week, I wrote about some
of my experiences in the </span><a href="http://ugagenealogy.org/cpage.php?pt=375" style="font-family: Geneva;" target="_blank">Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG)</a><span style="font-family: Geneva;"> course, </span><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Getting Started with Genetic Genealogy</i><span style="font-family: Geneva;">. My
post on </span><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2015/01/learning-about-genetic-genealogy-part-1.html" target="_blank">Learning About Genetic Genealogy, Part 1</a> </i><span style="font-family: Geneva;">talked about our coverage of mtDNA (direct maternal line), Y-DNA
(direct paternal line), and X-DNA testing.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;"><a href="http://www.yourgeneticgenealogist.com/" target="_blank">CeCe Moore</a>, one of the nation’s
leading genetic genealogists, took us into the intricacies of autosomal, or
atDNA, testing and analysis the latter part of the week. And what a fascinating
field it is.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Autosomal DNA is valuable for
genealogy because it looks at chromosome segments inherited from all ancestral
lines—your whole pedigree chart. The big caveat in this is <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">random recombination</i>. That’s the process by which bits of your
mother’s genes and bits of your father’s genes randomly mix together to create
an unique individual: you. It’s why sisters and brothers share a significant
amount of, but not all, traits and chromosomes.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Because of recombination, you
may inherit relatively large segments of chromosomes from one ancestor, and
small segments from another. Each generation, the bits get smaller, and eventually
some don’t make it to you at all. So in effect, some ancestors five or six
generations ago drop off your genetic pedigree chart.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">AtDNA analysis for genealogy,
therefore, becomes a matching game. Who among other testers matches you on a
specific chromosome segment, and how does that help you identify your most
recent common ancestor (MRCA)?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">CeCe talked about identifying
close matches by centiMorgan size, chromosome mapping, and triangulation. She
discussed the methodology for working with match data on <a href="http://familytreedna.com/" target="_blank">Family Tree DNA</a>,
<a href="http://23andme.com/" target="_blank">23andMe</a>, and <a href="http://dna.ancestry.com/" target="_blank">AncestryDNA</a>. We talked about the special challenges of working
with endogamous (self-contained) populations, such as Ashkenazi Jews. CeCe also
shared some moving stories of the successes she has had using atDNA to identify
parents of adoptees and others with an unknown birth parent.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Blaine Bettinger offered tips
for using third-party tools to aid in analysis, with a special focus on
<a href="http://www.gedmatch.com/" target="_blank">GEDmatch</a>. I found this very helpful and wished we had even more time to spend
on third party tools. Blaine also discussed privacy, regulation, and ethical
issues, introducing the new <a href="http://www.thegeneticgenealogist.com/2015/01/10/announcing-genetic-genealogy-standards/" target="_blank">Genetic Genealogy Standards</a> announced just days
earlier. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">One of my favorite lectures
of the week was Blaine’s presentation on ethnicity, admixture, and kinship
analysis. Ethnicity predictions, while far from an exact science, are one of
the most intriguing components of DNA testing. Everyone who has tested in my
family, at least, is curious to know where their long-ago ancestors came from. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">On the last morning, Debbie Parker
Wayne talked about when and how to incorporate DNA testing with traditional
research to meet the Genealogical Proof Standard, and offered some citation
models.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">If this course sounds like
something you might be interested in taking, I have good news for you. A
similar course will be offered twice this summer at the <a href="http://www.gripitt.org/" target="_blank">Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh (GRIP)</a>, and again at SLIG next winter. Here are the
details: <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: Geneva;">Practical Genetic Genealogy</span></i></b><span style="font-family: Geneva;"> with Debbie Parker Wayne, CeCe Moore, and Blaine
Bettinger: at GRIP, June 28-July 3, 2015, in Pittsburgh. Registration begins
WED., FEBRUARY 4, at 12:00 noon Eastern time at <a href="http://www.gripitt.org/" target="_blank">www.gripitt.org</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: Geneva;">Practical Genetic Genealogy</span></i></b><span style="font-family: Geneva;"> with Debbie Parker Wayne, Patti Hobbs, and Blaine
Bettinger: at GRIP, July 19-24, 2015, in Pittsburgh. Registration begins WED.,
FEBRUARY 18, at 12:00 noon Eastern time at <a href="http://www.gripitt.org/" target="_blank">www.gripitt.org</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: Geneva;">Beginning Genetic Genealogy</span></i></b><span style="font-family: Geneva;"> coordinated by Blaine Bettinger: at SLIG, January
11-15, 2016, in Salt Lake City. Registration begins June 20 at 11:00 am Eastern
time at <a href="http://www.slig.ugagenealogy.org/" target="_blank">www.SLIG.ugagenealogy.org</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">One tip: to get the most out
of an intensive study opportunity like this, it’s helpful to come in with some
experience under your belt. Read about genetic genealogy, test yourself and
some family members at the major testing companies, and attend any webinars,
conference lectures, or local seminars on DNA you can find. That will help you
catch onto the concepts more quickly, and recognize how you can apply various
processes to your own research. You might start by exploring Blaine Bettinger’s
blog, <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><a href="http://www.thegeneticgenealogist.com/" target="_blank">The Genetic Genealogist</a></i>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Just like regular genealogy,
DNA research can be both time-consuming and addicting. So don’t say I didn’t
warn you. Now if you’ll excuse me, I have some matches to investigate…<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;"><i>-Shelley</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Related Posts:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;"><i><a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2015/01/learning-about-genetic-genealogy-part-1.html" target="_blank">Learning About Genetic Genealogy, Part 1</a></i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;"><i><a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2015/01/attending-salt-lake-institute-of.html" target="_blank">Attending the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy</a></i><o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Geneva;"><a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2013/07/news-and-views-from-grip.html" target="_blank"><i>News and Views from GRIP</i></a></span></div>
Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-36764429738761973282015-01-29T08:54:00.000-05:002015-01-29T08:54:50.979-05:00Learning About Genetic Genealogy, Part 1<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Earlier this month, I spent
an exciting (and exhausting!) week at the <a href="http://www.infouga.org/cpage.php?pt=375" target="_blank">Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG)</a>. My brain is full of new information about genetic genealogy, and my
flash drive is full of new records about my ancestors. I enjoyed reconnecting
with friends who share my passion for family history, as well as meeting new
people.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">I took the course “Getting
Started in Genetic Genealogy,” coordinated by <a href="http://debsdelvings.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Debbie Parker Wayne</a>, CG, CGL. <a href="http://www.thegeneticgenealogist.com/" target="_blank">Blaine Bettinger</a>,
PhD, JD, and CeCe Moore also instructed significant sections. The three of them made a good team, and we covered a lot of ground. The binder of handouts we received will make a great resource
going forward.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Many people have asked me
what the course was like, and whether I’d recommend it. The answer to the
latter is definitely yes. First of all, SLIG is an incredibly well-organized
institute, the new hotel facilities are good, and the people couldn’t be nicer.
Still, the true test of a course is in its content and instructors, and I’m
happy to say this one delivered on both counts.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">We started out with an
overview of DNA testing and basic genetics, talking about the different tests
and the “big three” companies: <a href="https://www.familytreedna.com/" target="_blank">Family Tree DNA</a>, <a href="http://23andme.com/" target="_blank">23andMe</a>, and <a href="http://dna.ancestry.com/" target="_blank">AncestryDNA</a>, as
well as specialty testers. We spent some time the first day learning some scientific vocabulary. I now understand terms like centiMorgans, alleles, recombination,
pseudo-segments, and endogamous populations, not to mention MCRA, CRS, IBD and IBS.
Not sure of the difference between a SNP and a STR? Neither was I before this course.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Debbie Parker Wayne covered
mitochondrial (mtDNA) testing, and what it can reveal about your direct
maternal ancestry far back into history. Crucial to this is understanding that
a mother passes her mtDNA to all her children, but only daughters can then pass
it on to the next generation. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">While using mtDNA to solve genealogical problems for recent generations can be challenging, we talked
about ways of approaching it. For one thing, mtDNA can often be used to either
support or refute a supposed relationship. It also can be used to prove
questions of Native American ancestry through the mother’s line. For me, a key
point in our mtDNA discussion was understanding more about haplogroups, which
indicate where your maternal ancestors originated many hundreds of years ago. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Y-DNA also deals with deep
ancestry, but on the opposite side of the pedigree chart. Only males inherit a
Y chromosome, so Y-DNA passes from father to son through many generations, with
occasional small changes. These changes, or mutations, can provide big clues
for families. Blaine Bettinger presented an excellent discussion of the
advantages and limitations of Y testing, using Y-DNA results, finding Y-DNA
cousins, surname projects, STR markers, haplotypes and haplogroups. He told us
about some third-party databases and tools for analyzing results, and showed
how Y-DNA can be used to identify whether two males share a common paternal
ancestor.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">We also learned about X-DNA, which
is tied to the sex chromosomes. A female inherits one X chromosome from her
mother and one from her father. A male inherits an X chromosome from his mother
but none from his father (he gets a Y instead). Because of its more complicated
inheritance pattern and the fact that it hasn’t been studied as much, X-DNA
often gets overlooked. In the right situations, though, it can be used to
narrow down the ancestral lines you should focus on.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">In addition to lectures, we
did in-class projects designed to identify individuals on a pedigree chart who
could be tested for a common ancestor. One takeaway from this was that when you
start to work with DNA, those collateral relatives—your grandfather’s brother’s
kids, your grandmother’s aunt’s kids, and cousins of every stripe—become
vitally important. I have a renewed sense of how valuable it is to include
these collaterals in my traditional genealogical research.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">That's a quick overview of our first two days. I'll talk about what we covered the rest of the week in my next post, and tell you about opportunities to take a similar course at GRIP and SLIG. There was just too much happening to fit it all
into one!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-27704593646072580112015-01-11T11:22:00.000-05:002015-01-11T11:22:40.288-05:00Attending the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">For the next week, I’ll be
participating in the </span><a href="http://www.infouga.org/cpage.php?pt=42" style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;" target="_blank">Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG)</a><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;"> and researching at
the Family History Library (FHL) in Salt Lake City, Utah. I think SLIG offers a
great environment for developing better research skills and getting to know
other genealogists. It’s not easy to leave home at this time of the year, right after the holidays, but I’m already glad I came.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">SLIG offers twelve tracks or
courses for intermediate and advanced genealogists, presented by top-notch
instructors. I had a hard time choosing a course, because they all sound so
good. In the end I elected to enroll in <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><a href="http://www.ugagenealogy.org/cpage.php?pt=326" target="_blank">Getting Started with Genetic Genealogy</a></i>. I want to learn how to interpret and use
the results from the DNA tests that I’ve asked family members to take, and how
to integrate genetic matches with traditional research to find common ancestors.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">The course instructors—Debbie
Parker Wayne, CeCe Moore, and Blaine Bettinger—are three of the leading experts
in the field of genetic genealogy. I’m looking forward to learning from them
and my fellow classmates.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">In addition to the course I’m
taking, I’m loaded with research goals for the FHL, including one particularly
vexing problem that I hope to make some progress on. I created a detailed list
of films and books to consult, using the strategy I outlined earlier in <a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2014/12/tips-for-planning-your-trip-to-family.html" target="_blank"><i>Tips for Planning Your Visit to the Family History Library</i></a>. Since I’ll be in class
all day, my time in the library will be limited, and I want to make the most of
it. Fortunately, I’ll have all day Saturday to spend at the FHL.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Here’s hoping it will be a
good week for new discoveries, both in the classroom and the library.</span><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;"> </span></div>
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Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-24276296673729387042015-01-03T10:19:00.000-05:002015-01-03T10:19:45.364-05:00Ohio Genealogical Society Conference Set to Rock Columbus in April<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">I know the year just started,
and I don’t want to rush time—it does that well enough on its own—but I can’t
wait until April 8th. That’s the day programming for the Ohio Genealogical
Society’s 2015 family history conference starts. I’m excited that this year’s
OGS Conference will be coming to my home city, Columbus. And the program looks
fantastic.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Just how good is the line-up
of speakers and presentations? Take a look and decide for yourself. You can
find the online <a href="http://www.ogs.org/conference2015/index.php" target="_blank">registration brochure here</a>. I’ll give you one clue: Judy
Russell, aka <a href="http://legalgenealogist.com/" target="_blank">The Legal Genealogist</a>, will give the keynote address and four
additional presentations you won’t want to miss.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Here’s the full announcement
from OGS:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Geneva;"><span style="color: blue;">Registration Open for the<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Geneva;"><span style="color: blue;">2015 Ohio Genealogical Society Conference<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Geneva;"><span style="color: blue;">Columbus, Ohio, 8-11 April 2015</span><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">The Ohio Genealogical Society
(OGS) is pleased to announce the program schedule and registration for its 54</span><sup style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">th</sup><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">
Annual Conference, </span><i style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">OHIO: Your
Genealogical Cornerstone</i><span style="font-family: Geneva; text-indent: 0in;">. The conference will be held April 9-11, 2015, at
the Sheraton Columbus Hotel at Capitol Square in Columbus, with numerous
pre-conference activities on April 8. The Legal Genealogist, Judy G. Russell,
JD, CG, CGL, will give the keynote address.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">The twelve-page program
brochure is now available to view and download at <a href="http://www.ogs.org/conference2015/index.php">www.ogs.org/conference2015/index.php</a>.
Registration is open for both online and mail-in options. Hotel reservations
may be made at the special conference rate via a link from the above site.
Attendees will enjoy free Wifi in all guest rooms and conference facilities, as
well as complimentary parking for one car per room.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Pre-conference activities on
Wednesday, April 8, include tours and research opportunities at the Ohio
History Center, tours of the Ohio Statehouse, and several workshops at the
hotel. From Thursday through Saturday, family historians of all experience
levels can select from over 90 presentations on a wide variety of topics to
enhance their genealogical skills and understanding of their ancestors. The
conference features 44 expert speakers from across the country. Tracks include:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Geneva;">Thursday: </span></b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: Geneva; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Organizing & Productivity, Problem-Solving Strategies, Records &
Resources, Across the Ocean, Sharing Family History,</span></i><span style="font-family: Geneva; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> and <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Forensic Genealogy</i>.</span><span style="font-family: Geneva;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Geneva;">Friday: </span></b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: Geneva; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Skill Building, Technology Tools, German Ancestors, Methods for Success,
Military Research</span></i><span style="font-family: Geneva; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, and <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">African American &
Southern Ancestors</i>.</span><span style="font-family: Geneva;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Geneva;">Saturday: </span></b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: Geneva; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Getting Started, Records & Resources, DNA/Genetic Genealogy, Ohio
Ancestors, Research Challenges,</span></i><span style="font-family: Geneva; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> and <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Preserving
Your Heritage</i>.</span><span style="font-family: Geneva;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">A variety of social events,
including luncheons and an informal evening gathering with live music, are
offered for attendees to make and renew connections with others who share a
passion for genealogy. New this year are express breakfast and grab-and-go
lunch options. Businesses and societies will offer their products, books,
software, expertise, and more in the exhibit hall.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Sign up to receive posts from
the OGS Conference Blog, <a href="http://www.ogs.org/blog">www.ogs.org/blog</a>,
for updates and details about conference activities. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Visit <a href="http://www.ogs.org/conference2015/index.php">www.ogs.org/conference2015/index.php</a>
to view the program brochure, register, and make your hotel reservations. The
Ohio Genealogical Society, founded in 1959, is the largest state genealogical
society in the nation. We look forward to welcoming you to Columbus in April.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: Geneva;">I’ve already registered, and am happy to report the online form was quick
and easy. Why not do the same now, while you’re thinking of it? I hope to see you
there!</span></i><i style="text-indent: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Geneva;"><o:p> </o:p></span></i></div>
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Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-6703736896069727362015-01-01T11:26:00.000-05:002015-01-01T11:26:33.688-05:00Happy New Year 2015<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Dear Readers,<br />
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Best wishes for health, happiness, and prosperity in 2015. I hope you make many exciting discoveries about the lives of your ancestors in the coming months. Happy New Year!<br />
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<i>--Shelley</i><br />
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<a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2014/12/countdown-top-10-posts-of-2014.html" target="_blank">Countdown: Top 10 Posts of 2014</a>Shelley Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07488453243236670013noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8939752311253681195.post-76403739683308857552014-12-30T10:44:00.000-05:002015-01-02T01:01:00.344-05:00Countdown: Top 10 Posts of 2014<div class="MsoNoteLevel1CxSpFirst" style="margin-left: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: 0in;">
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">Well, we’ve come to the end of
another year. When I was a kid, I loved listening to </span><a href="http://www.oldradioshows.com/at100/" style="font-family: Geneva;" target="_blank">Casey Kasem’s Countdown</a><span style="font-family: Geneva;"> of
the top 100 songs on New Year’s Eve. They’d play on the radio all day, with the
number one song announced about midnight.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">I remember when Three Dog
Night’s “Joy to the World” topped the chart in 1971. I was at a sleepover of my
church’s junior high youth fellowship at someone’s house that New Year’s Eve.
We were so happy when the song came on that we grabbed pots and pans from the
kitchen, ran out on the front porch, banged the pans and sang along at the top
of our lungs. A moment of pure, simple joy.<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">So in time-honored fashion, I’ve
compiled a countdown of my top 10 posts of the year. They’re a mix of
reflections, tips, strategies, stories, and information I’ve gathered. For
2014, the winners are:<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">10: <a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2014/12/tips-for-planning-your-trip-to-family.html" target="_blank">Tips for Planning YourTrip to the Family History Library</a><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">9: <a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2014/11/free-guide-to-research-at-ohio-history.html" target="_blank"> Free Guide to Research at the Ohio History Center</a><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">8: <a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2014/07/willard-bishops-model-t-camper-52.html" target="_blank">Willard Bishop’s Model T Camper</a><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">7: <a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2014/02/52-ancestors-minnie-king-steele-oldest.html" target="_blank">Minnie King Steele, the Oldest Ancestor I’ve Known</a><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">6: <a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2014/01/52-ancestors-1-lloyd-ballenger-and.html" target="_blank">Lloyd Ballenger and Reeb’s Restaurant</a><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">5: <a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2014/03/george-clark-ohio-pioneer-52-ancestors.html" target="_blank">George Clark, Ohio Pioneer</a><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">4: <a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2014/05/jacob-roush-and-philip-roush-virginia.html" target="_blank">Jacob Roush and Philip Roush, Virginia Militiamen</a><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">3: <a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2014/03/the-two-most-important-things.html" target="_blank">The Two Most ImportantThings Genealogists Can Do Now</a><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">2: <a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2014/04/finding-john-herrels-naturalization-in.html" target="_blank">Finding John Herrel’s Naturalization in an Unidexed FamilySearch Collection</a><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">1: <a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2014/02/you-too-can-be-virtual-rootstech.html" target="_blank">You Too Can Be a Virtual RootsTech Attendee</a><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">If you have time to read just
one, you can’t go wrong with #3, <a href="http://www.asenseoffamily.com/2014/03/the-two-most-important-things.html" target="_blank">The Two Most Important Things Genealogists Can Do Now</a>. Following an all-day seminar, I reflected on sage advice from Tom
Jones, who urges all family historians to <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">preserve
today what could be lost tomorrow</i>. <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">A good starting point, I think, for setting goals for the new year. <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Geneva;">And now, in the spirit of
celebration, here’s Three Dog Night performing “Joy to the World”:<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span><br />
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