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6 Genealogy Things You Need to Know This Morning, Sunday, 20 Apr 2014

4/20/2014

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6 #Genealogy Things You Need to Know This Morning, Sunday, 20 Apr 2014, via 4YourFamilyStory.com. #needtoknow #familytree

Tamura makes a very good point about desktop genealogy database software/applications versus web-based family tree options.
Learn how to use Google Books for research with this visual guide from Educators Technology.
Find upcoming genealogy and family history conferences near you on Jen Baldwin's Conference Keeper.
Explore and plan your online family history learning opportunities for the upcoming week on Dear Myrt's Geneawebinars Calendar.
USGenWeb Archives volunteer contributors uploaded various types of records for various counties yesterday in the following US states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Michigan, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia.
Got piles of "stuff" you've been meaning to scan and digitally organize? Join the Sunday ScanDay Facebook Group and virtually chat with us as we scan and digitally organize our "stuff" today at 3pm CT. Together, we got this.

Did you miss a day this past week? Maybe?

Yesterday's Need to Know mentioned Jen's post on how she uses Excel for genealogy and 14 other things.
Friday's Need to Know shared Randy's post on how he searches within the browse-only collections on FamilySearch.org and 8 other things.
Thursday's Need to Know mentioned a how-to for browsing newspapers on Newspapers.com and 6 other things.
Wednesday's Need to Know mentioned fold3.com making access to their Civil War collection free for a limited time and 9 other things.
Tuesday's Need to Know mentioned the release of 85,000 videos to YouTube by British Pathe and 8 other things.
Monday's Need to Know mentioned a great list of storage cloud options and 6 other things.
And last Sunday's Need to Know mentioned a story of a housewife who flew around the world and 5 other things.

Happy Researching!
~Caroline
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15 Genealogy Things You Need to Know This Morning, Saturday, 19 Apr 2014

4/19/2014

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15 #Genealogy Things You Need to Know This Morning, Saturday, 19 Apr 2014, via 4YourFamilyStory.com. #needtoknow #familytree

On Ancestral Breezes, Jen Baldwin shows you how she uses Excel for genealogy.
Here are some handy dandy extensions for Google Maps from Lifehacker.
Here's a new genealogy iPad app -- Branches. I haven't tried it yet, but it allows you to look at and experience your family tree in a whole new way to aid in researching. [Disclosure: the developer has given me the app free to try.]
In honor of its 1-year birthday, the Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) has added 6 new partners.

The Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS) has sent out its Call for Papers for their 2015 FGS Conference which will be held concurrently at Rootstech, February 11-14, 2015 in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Need to do some archive research in Texas? At night? Here's your chance. The Texas State Library and Archives (TSLAC) has extended their registration deadline to April 23, 2014 for their Genealogy After Dark Event.
Have roots in Louisiana? [Yes!] Ancestry.com's new Louisiana Research Guide hopes to help you reveal Who Dat? in your family. But what theirs doesn't tell you about finding Who Dat? in your family, FamilySearch.org's Wiki for Louisiana may be able to help you out.
Findmypast explains why they changed their search platform and how to use it in this 6 minute video.
Have Irish roots? On their Facebook Page, Findmypast Ireland reveals they've added 20,000 articles of the Daily Evening Mail to their Irish Newspaper Collection. If you're not on Facebook, here is the link they gave to the collection itself.
Speaking of links to new records at findmypast, their newly added Shropshire records were discovered by an astute person I follow on Twitter who then brought it to my attention yesterday:

@FamilyStories You missed this! ;-) https://t.co/AxSb52lxfX
— Atcherley.org.uk (@AtcherleyONS) April 18, 2014

On Genealogy Canada, Elizabeth reveals Ancestry Canada has released more census records for Lower Canada.
The Families in British India Society (FIBIS) has added more members' interests as well as more departure arrival notices from the Times of India.
Ancestry.com has added 2 databases from FamilySearch for Guatemala and Nicaragua.
Yesterday, FamilySearch.org added record indexes and record images for Italy and the US states of Arizona and Washington. They also added more images for their US WWII Draft Registration Cards database.
And the USGenWeb Archives volunteer contributors uploaded various types of records for various counties in the following US states: Florida, Louisiana, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Texas, Virginia, and Washington.

Other things that might interest you. Maybe. Maybe not. But maybe.

Happy Researching!
~Caroline
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9 Genealogy Things You Need to Know This Morning, Friday, 18 Apr 2014

4/18/2014

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9 #Genealogy Things You Need to Know This Morning, Friday, 18 Apr 2014, via 4YourFamilyStory.com. #needtoknow #familytree

Searching for your family story using Google Search? Then you'll want to check out these fabulous search/Chrome tips that will make you more efficient.(BusinessInsider.com)
Using Evernote and Skitch for your research? Skitch just got a brand new update on the iPhone and iPad.
Makeuseof.com asks, "Is Calendar 5 really worth it?" My experience says absolutely yes. Their answer shows you why. It's a beautifully executed app that works really, really well to keep you organized with all your calendar dates and appointments.

On Genea-Musings, Randy gives a great explanation on how he searches in FamilySearch's "browse only" collections. Invaluable tips that save time! Great job, Randy!
Have roots in Saline County, Missouri? a3Genealogy's Saline County, Mo's Colored Marriage Book, 1865-1870 is so hot off the press, it just might burn your hands when you get it.
Those with roots in Morrisville, North Carolina will be happy about this. On the Genealogy Blog, Leland reveals that Morrisville, North Carolina's Town Documents are now online.
Yesterday, Ancestry.com uploaded a brand new database for Pennsylvania (1906-1924 Death Certificates). They also added 2 FamilySearch databases for Chile and North Carolina.
FamilySearch.org added record indexes and record images for Belgium, England, Spain, and the US states of Nebraska and South Dakota. They also added images to their already existing US World War 2 Draft Registration Cards.
And USGenWeb Archives volunteer contributors uploaded various types of records from counties in the following US states: Alabama, Florida, Iowa, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Texas, and Virginia.

Other things that might interest you. Maybe. Maybe not. But maybe.

Happy Researching!
~Caroline
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7 Genealogy Things You Need to Know This Morning, Thursday, 17 Apr 2014

4/17/2014

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7 #Genealogy Things You Need to Know, Thursday, 17 Apr 2014, via 4YourFamilyStory.com. #needtoknow #familytree

Good question. "What's going to happen to the products and services of the National Atlas?" (NationalAtlas.gov)
The Chart Chick has a great Mother's Day deal for you.
On Fishwrap [Or should that be in?]: How to browse Newspapers.com [as opposed to searching] for stuff about your ancestors.
Have Canadian roots? From Elizabeth on Genealogy Canada: Heritage Canada has added new records online.

Findmypast has added record sets 11, 12, and 13 of their 100 in 100 Campaign.
FamilySearch.org added record indexes and record images yesterday for Belgium, England, Spain, and the US states of Arkansas and Iowa.
USGenWeb Archives volunteer contributors uploaded various types of records recently of various counties for the following US states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Indiana, Louisiana, Michigan, North Carolina, Texas, and Virginia.

Other things that might interest you. Maybe. Maybe not. But maybe.

Happy Researching!
~Caroline
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10 Genealogy Things You Need to Know This Morning, Wednesday, 16 April 2014

4/16/2014

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10 #Genealogy Things You Need to Know This Morning, Wednesday, 16 Apr 2014, via 4YourFamilyStory.com. #needtoknow #familytree

Fold3 has made access to their Civil War Collection FREE through April 30th. [Today is partially brought to you by the word FREE. All of this, of course, is brought to you by the power of coffee. ;) ]
And then from Claire on Irish Genealogy News: Irish Newspapers Archives has made access to their online collection FREE for just today; Genes Reunited has discounted their subscriptions for a limited time; Ireland Genealogy Projects Online has mid-April update to their online collections; and the Irish Newspapers Archives has added 2 new titles to its online collection.
A Call for Papers has been sent out for FGS 2014's FREE Exhibit Hall Mini Session Presentations, which is brought to you by TSGS, FGS, and findmypast.com.
The always-free #GenChat has their monthly geography-based chat this afternoon on Twitter at 3PM CT. The topic will be One Place Studies.
The Jamboree 2014 Extension Series brings Denise Levenick's FREE webinar Caring for Keepsakes today at 6PM PT.

Tick-tock, tick-tock: Registration for the NGS 2014 Conference and ALL Ticketed Events closes April 22, 2014. (Upfront with NGS)
From Elizabeth on Genealogy Canada, Parish Registers Have Been Put Online.
Yesterday, Ancestry.com added a new database to its online collection: Germany, Sachsenhausen Deaths, 1938-1942 (in German).
FamilySearch.org added record indexes and record images for Bahamas, Brazil, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Italy, New Zealand, Peru, Spain, and the US states of Massachusetts, Missouri, Montana, North Carolina, and Tennessee. They also updated their Billiongraves, US General Index to Pensions Files, and US WWI Draft Registration Cards databases.
USGenWeb Archives volunteer contributors uploaded various types of records yesterday for various counties in the US state of Alabama.

Other things that might interest you. Maybe. Maybe not. But maybe.

Happy Researching!
~Caroline
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9 Genealogy Things You Need to Know This Morning, Tuesday, 15 Apr 2014

4/15/2014

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9 #Genealogy Things You Need to Know This Morning, Tuesday, 15 Apr 2014, via 4YourFamilyStory.com. #needtoknow #familytree

Here are 36 handy dandy maps, some even that apply to researchers from matadornetwork.com.
Did your ancestors makes these papers? On The Ancestor Hunt, Kenneth gives a summary list of his state-by-state newspaper links.
British Pathé is releasing 85,000 videos to YouTube that will include WW1 & WW2 footage, interviews from the survivors of the sinking of the Titanic, and much, much more. (The Drum)

On Research in the KB is a detailed explanation of how researchers can "...maximize usage of digital collections" and it also describes the ongoing relationship between researchers and libraries.
Findmypast.com has added the 10th database of their 100 in 100 campaign.
Ancestry.com added 4 databases yesterday to their online collection: 3 databases from FamilySearch.com for Russia, Poland, and the US state of South Dakota. They also added a new database for Texas (Brazoria County).
FamilySearch.org added record indexes and record images yesterday for Australia, Philippines, and the US states of California, Montana, Ohio, and Washington.
Genealogy Trails volunteer contributors have uploaded various types of records recently for counties in the following US states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, MIssissippi, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin.
USGenWeb Archives volunteer contributors have uploaded various types of records recently for counties in the following US states: Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.

Other things that might interest you. Maybe. Maybe not. But maybe.

Happy Researching!
~Caroline
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7 Genealogy Things You Need to Know This Morning, Monday, 14 Apr 2014

4/14/2014

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7 #Genealogy Things You Need to Know This Morning, Monday, 14 Apr 2014, via 4YourFamilyStory.com. #needtoknow #familytree

Looking for an alternative to the Safari browser on your iPad? Take a look at the powerful iCab. (makeuseof.com) [I have and use both. Plus, the Chrome browser.]
Jazz up your Google Calendar with these cool things you can add to it. (Lifehacker)
While this list of cloud storage options was made for teachers and students, you'll want to take a look at it too. (Educatorstechnology.com)
Jen Baldwin is offering free private group coaching sessions to show how to use Twitter for genealogy. (Ancestral Breezes)

Have Canadian roots? On Genealogy Canada, Elizabeth has her weekly roundup of Canadian resources and news.
Have roots in Indiana? The Indiana Genealogical Society (IGS) has added a database of Indiana Doctors in 1861 to the members-only portion of their website.
And USGenWeb Archives volunteer contributors uploaded various types of records of various counties for the following US states: Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Washington.

Other things that might interest you. Maybe. Maybe not. But maybe.

Happy Researching!
~Caroline
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6 Genealogy Things You Need to This Morning, Sunday, 13 Apr 2014

4/13/2014

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6 #Genealogy Things You Need to Know This Morning, Sunday, 13 Apr 2014, via 4YourFamilyStory.com. #needtoknow #familytree

An excellent Sunday read: How An Ohio Housewife Flew Around the World, Made History, and Then Was Forgotten. (Buzzfeed) [Well, it's a good read if you like history, family stories, old newspaper articles, and old photos. Do we know anyone like that?!?]
On Adventures in Genealogy, Deb shows how GoogleDrive came to her rescue.
Find upcoming genealogy and family history conferences near you on Jen Baldwin's Conference Keeper.

Explore and plan your online family history learning opportunities for the upcoming week on Dear Myrt's Geneawebinars Calendar.
USGenWeb Archives volunteer contributors uploaded various types of records yesterday for various counties in the following US states: Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.
Got piles of "stuff" you've been meaning to scan and digitally organize? Join the Sunday ScanDay Facebook Group and virtually chat with us as we scan and digitally organize our "stuff" today at 3pm CT. Together, we got this.

Did you miss a day this past week? Maybe?

Yesterday's Need to Know mentioned Ancestry.com released a research guide for Maryland and 6 other things.
Friday's Need to Know mentioned a FamilySearch blog post that shows you how to do a wildcard search in their online collections and 11 other things.
Thursday's Need to Know spotlighted an article with 11 Chrome browser extensions for Gmail and 6 other things.
Wednesday's Need to Know showcased an article that shows you how to migrate your Evernote notes to OneNote and 8 other things.
Tuesday's Need to Know mentioned the new British News Archives mobile app and 8 other things.
Monday's Need to Know mentioned an article that shows you how to use the new EasyBib GoogleDrive add-on and 6 other things.
And last Sunday's Need to Know mentioned what it takes to conserve the Star-Spangled Banner and 4 other things.

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7 Genealogy Things You Need to Know This Morning, Saturday, 12 Apr 2014

4/12/2014

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7 #Genealogy Things You Need to Know This Morning, Saturday, 12 Apr 2014, via 4YourFamilyStory.com. #needtoknow #familytree

The National Archives (UK) asks, "What do socks, exotic dancers and scouts have in common?" [And if that title doesn't make you interested, I don't know what will.]
If socks, exotic dancers, and scouts don't do it for you, then what about a quick history of type foundries in New York City? [I was surprised where this article took me...the same places I just saw/toured over Christmas.]
Important to remember for those using the same password creation techniques that others use: Your Clever Password Tricks Aren't Protecting You from Today's Hackers. (Lifehacker)

On that note, 1Password has a convenient discount on their iPad app -- 50% off. (iPad Insight) Find out what 1Password is and how it can help you with your ever-growing password needs.
Have Maryland roots? [Why, yes. Yes, I do.] Ancestry.com released a state researching guide for Maryland. Also? Check out FamilySearch's Wiki for Maryland for research guidance.
FamilySearch added record indexes and record images yesterday for Colombia and the US states of Illinois, Iowa, Pennsylvania, and Utah.
USGenWeb Archives volunteer contributors uploaded various types of records of various counties for the US states of Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, North Carolina, Virginia, and Washington.

Other things that might interest you. Maybe. Maybe not. But maybe.

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12 Genealogy Things You Need to Know This Morning, Friday, 11 Apr 2014

4/11/2014

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12 #Genealogy Things You Need to Know This Morning, Friday, 11 Apr 2014, via 4YourFamilyStory.com. #needtoknow #familytree

Was your favorite genealogy site affected by Heartbleed? Tammy Hepps of Treelines gives a Genealogy Industry Report Card on the Heartbleed Security Flaw.
For Evernote users: 5 tips on using Evernote efficiently and Evernote was not affected by Heartbleed. [And here's how to digitally organize your genealogy with Evernote.]
For OneNote users: you can now use Livescribe to handwrite your notes on your iPad. And? Right now, if you buy a Livescribe 3 Pen, you get a year's subscription to Office 365 for free. [And here's how to digitally organize your genealogy with OneNote.]

The Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS) has put out a call for their award nominations. [Time to tell your volunteers how much you appreciate them.]
On the FamilySearch blog, Steve shows you how to do a wildcard search in their online collections.
From Claire on Irish Genealogy News: PRONI has added lecture workshop videos to YouTube and GRONI is offline again.
Over the next 100 days, findmypast will be releasing new records every week from around the world.
The Indiana Genealogical Society (IGS) has added a FREE database to their website of a Civil War diary of a Bartholomew County soldier.
From the IGS blog: the Montgomery County, IN Genealogy Club has digitized Bible Records.
Ancestry.com added a new database of County Marriages for the US state of Washington yesterday to its online collection.
FamilySearch.org added record indexes and record images yesterday for Netherlands, Wales, and the US states of California, Georgia, and New Mexico. And? They've added a new US collection of Cancelled, Relinquished, or Rejected Land Entry Case Files, 1861-1925 starting with Dodge City, Kansas. Browsable and not indexed right now.
And USGenWeb Archives volunteer contributors uploaded various types of records yesterday of various counties for the US states of California, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, New York, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Texas, and Wyoming.

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