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Genealogy Updates for 08 March 2023

This is an almost daily list of newly discovered genealogical resources available online, carefully curated by hand. These resources may include articles, databases, news articles, or any other items related to genealogy that catch my attention or are recommended to me. The list is not limited to newly created pages but may also include pages that have been significantly updated or are simply “new to me.” Each link provided may lead to records for millions of individuals or just a few. Most of the resources on this list are available for free, often supported by advertisements. However, some may require payment to access certain databases. Let’s begin with today’s list from GenealogyUpdate!

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Somerville, Massachusetts, High School Yearbooks 1892-2016

The Radiator which began publishing in 1891-1892 school year, was initially published by the Somerville Latin and English High School on the third Wednesday of every month during the school year. It’s initial publications during those early years were more literary in style and it wasn’t until 1917 when the publication took on the appearance of a traditional yearbook in the form of The Revocanda with publication of The Radiator taking place separately. One year later, the name of the yearbook was changed to match that of the journal, The Radiator. Even in those early years consists in part with lists of students and class photographs. All of these yearbooks are free to search, read, and/or download.

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John Bell of Londonderry and His Scottish Ancestry

Pamphlet on the genealogy and history of John Bell of Londonderry. Includes inserts. Free to search, read and/or download.

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Arkansas Genealogy

Men and women in the Armed Forces from Ashley County

One of the county-wide “yearbooks” published after the end of World War II was titled “Men and women in the Armed Forces from Ashley County.” These books contain a roster of the known participants from the county who served in the war, along with brief biographical sketches and photographs of the soldiers, when available. However, as the authors of these publications acknowledge, not everyone was always included in these records.

Men and women in the Armed Forces from Ashley County

Ohio Genealogy

Men and women in the armed forces from Defiance County

One of the county-wide “yearbooks” published after the end of World War II was titled “Men and Women in the Armed Forces from Defiance County.” These books contain a roster of the known participants from the county who served in the war, along with brief biographical sketches and photographs of the soldiers, when available. However, as the authors of these publications acknowledge, not everyone was always included in these records. Free to search, read, and/or download.

Men and women in the armed forces from Defiance County

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Reunited in Tennessee: DNA testing reveals two babies may have been switched at birth
Andrew “Andy” Perkins was born to mother Shirley in Warsaw, New York on Sept. 13, 1949. Or so he thought. Years of DNA research by his daughter, Candi Perkins Summers, found Andy Perkins was actually born on Sept. 12, 1949.

Genealogy Updates for 07 March 2023

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“Exploring Family History: Challenging Assumptions and Seeking Truth” is an beginning genealogy article that highlights the importance of questioning assumptions when researching family history. It explains why relying solely on what is already known can lead to incomplete or inaccurate information, and provides insights into the reasons why family histories can be unreliable.

Exploring Family History: Challenging Assumptions and Seeking Truth

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Genealogy Of The Sharpless Family

Five years after the great family bi-centennial reunion held on August 25, 1882, in Chester County, Pennsylvania, Gilbert Cope published his massive volume on the 200 years of Sharpless family ancestry in America, called “Genealogy of the Sharpless family : descended from John and Jane Sharples, settlers near Chester, Pennsylvania, 1682 : together with some account of the English ancestry of the family, including the results of researches by Henry Fishwick, F.H.S., and the late Joseph Lemuel Chester, LL.D. : and a full report of the bi-centennial reunion of 1882.” This monumental, well-researched tome sought to answer the genealogical and historical questions brought to light from that 1882 reunion. This book is free to search, read, and/or download.

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Illinois and Indiana Genealogy

The Merrillville Branch of the Lake County Public Library have placed online several telephone directories for the Calumet District that previously were only available on Microfilm. The communities represented are Dyer, East Chicago, Griffith, Hammond, Highland, Indiana Harbor, Munster, St. John, and West Hammond in Indiana and Burnham, Lansing, and Whiting in Illinois.. These directories were published by the Reuben H. Donnelley Corporation of Chicago twice annually, and those digitized cover the years of 1926-1931. These are free to search, read, and/or download.

Indiana Genealogy

East Chicago Telephone Directories 1926-1931

The Merrillville Branch of the Lake County Public Library have placed online several telephone directories for East Chicago that previously were only available on Microfilm. The communities represented are East Chicago and Indiana Harbor. These directories were published by the Reuben H. Donnelley Corporation of Chicago twice annually, and those digitized cover the years of 1926-1931. These are free to search, read, and/or download.

Genealogy Updates for 06 March 2023

Colorado Genealogy

Cemetery Research in Denver, Colorado

Locating the burial place of your ancestors in the Denver area may prove challenging due to certain factors. The earliest cemeteries, Mount Prospect and Acacia, have been relocated and their records are no longer available. Furthermore, death records in Denver were not required until 1900 and were not consistently recorded until about 1925. This article will help explain where your ancestor may now lie buried.

Cemetery Research in Denver, Colorado

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  • Packed with Packards
    From the “Barnabi” to E.P.W. Packard, Burkely Hermann writes about the good, bad, and ugly of his Packard lineage, including those involved in enslavement, Indigenous genocide, the slave trade, military service, fighting for the rights of other people, and much more, often building upon the work of those examining their Packard roots. Well written exploration of his Packard roots.

Genealogy Updates for 04 March 2023

This is an almost daily list of newly discovered genealogical resources available online, carefully curated by hand. These resources may include articles, databases, news articles, or any other items related to genealogy that catch my attention or are recommended to me. The list is not limited to newly created pages but may also include pages that have been significantly updated or are simply “new to me.” Each link provided may lead to records for millions of individuals or just a few. Most of the resources on this list are available for free, often supported by advertisements. However, some may require payment to access certain databases. Let’s begin with today’s list from GenealogyUpdate!

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Alaska Funeral Home Records

This page links to known Alaska Funeral Records whether they be available online or offline.

Alaska Funeral Home Records

Amidon Family

Amidon Family: A Record of the Descendants of Roger Amadowne of Rehoboth, Mass. According to tradition, Roger Amadowne was a French Huguenot who was forced to flee from France after the Edict of Nantes was revoked. He is said to have lived in England for several years before immigrating to America. However, there is no information available about his birth or parentage. Search, read, and/or download this genealogy book for free!

Amidon Family: A Record of the Descendants of Roger Amadowne of Rehoboth, Mass

Alabama Genealogy

Alabama Census Records

An extensive deep dive into the available online census records for the State of Alabama including when it was under French, Spanish, and British rule. All records are free to access.

Alabama Census Records

Mooresville Cemetery, Mooresville, Alabama

This is a list of stones left standing in Mooresville cemetery located in Mooresville, near Athens, Alabama in Limestone County. Mooresville is older than the state of Alabama with many of the original buildings left standing including the Post Office, Stagecoach Station and Churches.

Mooresville Cemetery, Mooresville, Alabama

Virginia Genealogy

Some Prominent Virginia Families

Some Prominent Virginia Families is a compiled genealogy of prominent families from the state of Virginia, which lists thousands of individuals, including their vital information and background. It contains the biographies, sketches and genealogies, primarily, of the Jaquelin, Cary, Ambler, Smith and Marshall families. Includes the names of approximately 135 allied families. You can search, read, and/or download and of the 4 free volumes.

Volume 1
Volume 2
Volume 3
Volume 4

Engaging Online Treasures

Limestone County, Alabama Archives

Local government archives are an invaluable resource for genealogy research, providing a wealth of information on the history and people of a specific community. These archives contain a variety of records, including birth and death certificates, marriage licenses, land deeds, wills, census records, and even photographs and maps. Many local archives have digitized their records, making it easier for genealogists to access them from anywhere. Visiting a local archive in person can also be a rewarding experience, as you can handle original documents and speak with knowledgeable staff who may be able to provide additional context and insights. With patience and persistence, using local government archives can help genealogists discover new branches of their family tree and gain a deeper understanding of their ancestors’ lives.

  • Master Index
    Every name on every page of nearly every book, file, and photo in the Limestone County Archives is in this searchable index of more than 350,000 entries. Underlined titles will link directly to the document or book in their online documents.
  • Digital Archives
    View their Special Collections and exhibits of historic Limestone County photos, postcards, and documents.
  • The Documents
    The Limestone County Archives has more than 6,000 books and files dating to the county’s beginnings in 1818. Discover the documents located there, including marriages, deeds, wills, court cases, tax records, school census records, and more.
  • In Memory
    This database of nearly 60,000 Limestone County death records compiled from newspaper obituaries, tombstone inscriptions, and funeral programs dating from the 1800s to daily-updated current records.

Genealogy Updates for 03 March 2023

This is an almost daily list of newly discovered genealogical resources available online, carefully curated by hand. These resources may include articles, databases, news articles, or any other items related to genealogy that catch my attention or are recommended to me. The list is not limited to newly created pages but may also include pages that have been significantly updated or are simply “new to me.” Each link provided may lead to records for millions of individuals or just a few. Most of the resources on this list are available for free, often supported by advertisements. However, some may require payment to access certain databases. Let’s begin with today’s list from GenealogyUpdate!

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Alabama Funeral Home Records

This page links to known Alabama Funeral Records whether they be available online or offline.

Alabama Funeral Home Records

Alabama Genealogy

1860 Mortality Schedule for Marengo County, Alabama – page 1-3

Images and transcription for pages 1 through 3 of the 1860 Mortality Schedule for Marengo County, Alabama.

1860 Mortality Schedule for Marengo County, Alabama

Pennsylvania Genealogy

Grove Methodist Episcopal Graveyard, Grove, Chester County, Pennsylvania

A transcription of the graves at Grove Methodist Episcopal Graveyard in Grove, Pennsylvania. Includes a history of the cemetery.

Grove Methodist Episcopal Graveyard, Grove, Chester County, Pennsylvania

Genealogy Help

  • Using Funeral Records in Genealogical Research
    Funeral records are an excellent source of genealogical information, providing insight into the life and death of our ancestors. They often include valuable details such as the date and place of death, age, cause of death, and the name and address of the funeral home or mortuary. Funeral records also often include information on the deceased’s parents, spouse, children, and other relatives, providing an excellent resource for tracing family history. This article explores the use of funeral records in genealogy, including their benefits, how to locate them, and how to interpret the information they provide.
  • What Information Can I Find in Passenger Lists?
    Passenger lists can provide valuable information about your ancestors, including their name, age, occupation, nationality, and place of origin, as well as details about their voyage. Here are some tips for finding passenger lists for your genealogical research:

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  • North Carolina Bible Records
    Bible records include lists of birth, marriage, and death information recorded throughout the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries. This collection presently contains 2,215 family Bibles which have been digitized and placed online for free.