26th Year, No. 22 — June 12, 2021
Obituaries: A Closer Look at Death Records #2
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In instances where you can’t find a death certificate for a particular ancestor, there are other options to get the information you need. One of these options, that is a truly excellent one, is in obituaries in old newspapers. These can sometimes give you just as much, if not more, information than a death certificate. While each obituary is different, this article lets you know some of the most common information you may find in them.
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Historical Postcard Giveaway
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I love collecting historical postcards from the United States. It’s been a hobby of mine for many years. I’ve acquired several doubles throughout, and I’m giving 10 postcards away for free each week! Winners will be drawn at random and announced right here. So, if you love American history and enjoy learning about historical locations, be sure to sign up for this special
drawing.
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Get all 21 e-Books in this collection.
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Death Indexes: A Closer Look at Death Records #3
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If you are not able to locate a death certificate or an obituary for an ancestor, you may be able to find a date of death for them (as well as some other information) in a death index. There are three primary types of death indexes used in the United States. This is what you need to know about them.
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| AF-488: How to Select the Right Family Tree Software | Ancestral Findings
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| AF-489: Charles M. Schulz: An American Peanut | Ancestral Findings Podcast
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| AF-490: Hairstyles of the 19th Century | Ancestral Findings Podcast
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| AF-491: How to Read Old Handwriting: A Primer | Ancestral Findings Podcast
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Modern Communication: A History of the Telephone
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The telephone was invented earlier than most people may realize. By 1900, it was already present in some private households.
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I'm sure these ebooks will provide you with plenty of food for thought in your genealogy adventures. Donations are greatly appreciated.
Genealogy Apps to Help You With On the Road Research
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Genealogy is mobile in the 21st century. If you use mobile devices and are a serious genealogist, you need these apps to do your best work wherever you happen to be.
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Death Record Alternatives: A Closer Look at Death Records #4
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If you looked everywhere you knew to look, and still couldn’t find a death record for your ancestor, you should be hopeful. There are several worthy alternatives for death records that you might not have considered. These are the most common of those alternatives, along with where you can find them, and what information may be on them.
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Thomas McKean: The Signers of the Declaration of Independence
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Thomas McKean was one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. The son of Irish immigrants to the colonies, he studied law and divided his personal and professional lives between Delaware and Pennsylvania. He was an outspoken advocate for independence. This is his story.
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The French and the Fur Trade: Before American Colonization
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The French were interacting with North American Natives for a century before the English. Here’s how they established friendly relations and learned each others’ languages.
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Hal Adelquist: The Mickey Mouse Club
Postcard Inspirations Podcast
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Hal Adelquist is known for being instrumental in bringing the Mickey Mouse Club TV show to the air and making it a success during its first season. He worked for the Disney Company for decades prior to that, and was involved in departments ranging from Animation to Personnel. A falling out with Walt ended his career in show business. This is his story.
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Goals
Photography Clips Podcast
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Goals are the guideposts that take us along our photographic journey. Let me show you how setting objectives for yourself helps you achieve mastery.
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