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An Ever Growing Tree: Descendancy Research and DNA Matches – Kate Penney Howard
Often, genealogists focus on building an ancestral tree for an individual or family. However, one may wish to research the descendants of a pioneer, a president, or a preacher in your tree or your hometown. Mapping all of the descendants of an ancestor, whether in a surname project or in your own DNA, can provide a…
Unearthing The Treasures In The Irish Registry of Deeds
The Registry of Deeds based in Dublin has survived intact since 1708 and it manages the legal registration of property. What is less well known is that it is also a repository for genealogical treasures such as wills, property leases, mortgages and marriage agreements. People named in these records include the principal parties, lease holders,…
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Exploring Un-indexed Records with FamilySearch Labs: Unlocking Hidden Gems in Genealogical Research – Linda Debe
In this one-hour presentation, participants will explore the powerful tools available through FamilySearch Labs, with a special focus on utilizing full-text search features to uncover hidden records. Attendees will learn how to access and navigate FamilySearch Labs, an experimental platform offering advanced tools to enhance genealogical research. The presentation will cover best practices for using…
Finding Your Ancestors On The Map
The first Ontario maps. Settlement from east to west, and from the lakefront to the back.Structure: counties and districts, townships. hamlets, villages, towns, and cities.Lot and concession numbers. Found in land records, assessment rolls, and printed directories.What you can find online:Some early township maps online at AO (not easy to find).McGill County Map Project with…
Zotero: Your Personal Research Assistant
Do you dream of having a personal research assistant? Well, look no further than the free easy-to-use tool Zotero to help you collect, organize, cite, and share your genealogy research. In this presentation, you’ll explore how to use the FREE reference manager Zotero to take control of your genealogy research. What attendees can expect to…
Scrolling through Norwegian Genealogy Resources Online | Eleanor Brinsko
We have a much simpler time crossing the Atlantic than many of our ancestors had, especially now with the internet in the comfort of our own homes. In this lecture, we will explore how to use Norwegian genealogical databases, such as DigitalArkivet for government records, church database websites to find parishes and their histories, and…
