26th Year, No. 7 — February 25, 2021
The 1820 US Federal Census — A Closer Look
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The 1820 US federal census is the last one to not use pre-printed forms. Because enumerators often drew their own columns, it can sometimes be challenging to interpret the results of this census. However, the effort is worth it for genealogists. Here are some important facts to know about the 1820 US federal census...
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The Bill of Rights: The Ninth Amendment
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The Ninth Amendment states that rights that are not listed in the Bill of Rights still exist, and are reserved to the people. But, this leaves a whole host of questions open about what those unlisted rights are. Scholars have debated over the exact meaning of the Ninth Amendment for more than two centuries, and the issue of the ”unenumerated rights” it mentions is still an open question today. Here are some interesting facts about this enigmatic
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Dolley Madison: America’s First Ladies #4
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Dolley Madison was the 4th First Lady of the United States. The wife of James Madison, she is famous for saving the portrait of George Washington from the White House during the War of 1812. However, there is so much more to her story than that. Here’s what you need to know about Dolley Payne Todd Madison...
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A Closer Look at the 1810 US Federal Census
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The 1810 US federal census is a valuable genealogical document. While it is simpler and more basic than later censuses, it is still a useful and important research tool for those conducting research in American genealogy. It captures a unique moment in American history. Here is what you need to know about the 1810 US federal census...
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Alaska: American Folklore #2
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Alaska has some unique folklore associated with it. Being the largest US state, and the one with the most uninhabited land, Alaska is the perfect place for mysterious things to happen. It also has a rich oral history of Inuit legends. Here are some of the most intriguing pieces of Alaskan folklore...
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Photography Clips: Taking Inspiration in New Ways
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Inspiration doesn’t have to come from photography alone. Look for it in all aspects of life and from all kinds of people...
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Eric Larson: Disney Inspirations
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Eric Larson was a Disney animator, and later became a Disney Legend. Yet, Eric did not want to work at the Disney Company in the beginning. He ended up there by chance, wanted to quit, was talked into staying, and became the company’s longest-serving employee at the time of his retirement. This is Eric’s intriguing story from reluctant employee to beloved Disney treasure...
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