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What Happened to the 1890 US Federal Census
Fire, smoke and water damaged much of the 1890 US Census in 1921. Most of the remaining records were destroyed by bureaucracy and lack of care. more...
Where to Find 1890 US Census Substitutes
The 1890 US Federal Census was destroyed by fire. Census substitutes can help find ancestors - state and special censuses, voter rolls, land records, city directories. more...
Genealogists Find Unknown and Missing Heirs
When there is an unclaimed inheritance, genealogists do probate research to trace relatives back in time and then forward again to find the missing heirs. more...
How to Choose the Best Genealogy Software
Choosing the best genealogy software depends on features, reliability, personal preference and cost in programs such as Legacy, Family Tree Maker, RootsMagic and PAF. more...
Genealogy Gifts to Help Find Ancestry
Buying gifts for genealogists isn't difficult - here are ideas to make your family historian happy, including genealogy books, magazines, software and memberships. more...
Find Ancestors in the Ireland 1911 Census
The 1911 Irish census is the first to be searchable online, and includes genealogy information for ancestors of the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. more...
Find Your Family Tree - Basic Genealogy Terms
Here are definitions of basic genealogy terms for the beginning family tree researcher, including vital records, pedigrees, primary sources, parish records, census. more...
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U.S. Polish Immigration Patterns Before WWI
Millions of people in North America today can trace their ancestors to Polish immigrants; in fact, they are one of the largest of the ethnic groups in the United States. more...
The Scots-Irish on the Great Wagon Road
The Great Wagon Road allowed the Scots-Irish and other groups of settlers to make the long journey overland from Pennsylvania to the Southern U.S. more...
Jamestowne Society Focus on Earliest Virginians
The Jamestowne Society, a lineage organization, is a top player in preserving historical and genealogical records of early Virginia colonists. more...
Resources for Finding Ancestors From Poland
A number of books and websites can aid the beginning researcher seeking information on Polish ancestors. more...
Ask Relatives About Their Ancestors
By: David Todd
Almost every genealogist wished they asked more questions of the generations still alive when they were younger. Thanksgiving and Christmas is a great time to do this. more...
Estate Fraud and Baker Family Ancestors
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Kathleen Airdrie
Lured by a fraudulent will, thousands of Baker family ancestors spent their life savings chasing a dream. more...
National Society United States Daughters of 1812
Lineal descent from an ancestor who provided civil, military, or naval service to the U. S. during the War of 1812 provides the basis for membership in this society. more...
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