Are you looking for context and documentation? Do you have an ancestor that seems to have slipped between the cracks? Then these Texas gems hidden away in our county courthouses may hold an answer for you. This presentation features 2 touching stories of Texans, and also abundant examples of useful assorted documents found within Miscellaneous records.
Finding Our Scottish Immigrant’s Home with American Documents
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rt Gillespie, husband, father, and miner emigrated to the United States in 1869. This presentation concentrates on looking for other sources and sites to find Robert’s hometown.
Taking a Genealogy Trip: Ready, Set, Let’s Go!
Genealogy trips can be “the bomb”—or they can bomb. An unsuccessful trip can most often be prevented by following the steps, cautions, and counsel in this presentation. A fun and lively presentation with stories of personal disasters and serendipity, this is a great way to get ready for that first (or second) genealogy research trip.
Taking a Genealogy Trip: Ready, Set, Let’s Go!
Genealogy trips can be “the bomb”—or they can bomb. An unsuccessful trip can most often be prevented by following the steps, cautions, and counsel in this presentation. A fun and lively presentation with stories of personal disasters and serendipity, this is a great way to get ready for that first (or many) genealogy research trips.
County Histories: Lost and Found Information
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esearchers are often unaware of the existence of county histories within the United States; intermediate researchers are often unaware of the process behind the submitted stories. Both groups benefit from using a county history as a jumpstart to their research. Determining which counties have histories, how to find them, and how to evaluate the details for accuracy are important steps. This presentation will demonstrate the abundant information just waiting to be found, tested, and included in our family histories.
