My Alford side of the family will be excited to hear that I've located my first Civil War Ancestor! It's been a nagging thing on my list since I started researching my family history, but at last I've made a connection. I'm pretty stoked about it. I've had a MyHeritage membership off and on for … Continue reading My First Civil War Ancestor!
Local Volunteers Make Headway at Shannon Cemetery?
For those following along in the saga of Shannon Cemetery of Bluffton, Ohio I wanted to share some of the developments of the past few weeks. On June 1st concerned citizens of the area gathered to voice their concerns at the Village Council meeting. The hope was to get some answers regarding where the tombstones were being … Continue reading Local Volunteers Make Headway at Shannon Cemetery?
Hurrah! Steve Morse One-Step Site is Back
Luckily we didn't have to wait as long as we thought we would. It's back! I thought I might highlight some more of the great information and tools that he has shared on his website. For those of you interested in learning more about Jewish research he has several articles and many tools available. This … Continue reading Hurrah! Steve Morse One-Step Site is Back
Are You a Fan of Steve Morse’s One-Step Page?
I sure am. I've found it invaluable as I go to research immigration records on Ancestry.com and on the Ellis Island site. You see he's got extra filters you can apply for your searches if you use his Gold Form. Steve Morse has spent a huge amount of time creating his website to be of … Continue reading Are You a Fan of Steve Morse’s One-Step Page?
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