Author Archives: Charles Hansen

Tacoma Pierce County Genealogical Society Mystery Book Club March 2026

by Charles Hansen

Tacoma-Pierce County Genealogical Society Mystery Book Club
Saturday, March 21, 2026, starting at 3:30 pm via Zoom

Please join us as we discuss a fictional genealogical book, Blood Relations, the sixth book in the Tori O’Shea series, by Rett MacPherson.

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TPCGS Mystery Book Club Zoom Meeting
Every month on the Third Sat beginning at 4:00 PM Pacific Time

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Heritage Quest Research Library Finding Your Dutch Roots

by Charles Hansen


Explore the Exceptional Genealogy Classes at HQRL! Join us online via Zoom or in person at HQRL and connect with fellow genealogy enthusiasts who share your curiosity and drive—together, we can explore the fascinating world of family history! Just a reminder of upcoming class March 19, 2026! Don’t miss out, sign up today! Finding Your Dutch Roots Thursday, March 19, 2026 Alexander Tolksdorf click here for class flyer

Many communities across the United States boast a rich Dutch heritage, owing their founding and regional culture to the influence of Dutch immigration. This presentation will explore resources and techniques to trace your Dutch ancestors in the United States and back into the Netherlands, with additional emphasis on cultural and historical context that surrounded the lives of your Dutch ancestors.  Join Alexander Tolksdorf to explore resources and techniques to trace your Dutch ancestors in the United States and back into the Netherlands, with additional emphasis on cultural and historical context that surrounded the lives of your Dutch ancestors.
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America 250 Nathaniel Cox & Josiah Woodworth

by Charles Hansen

My soldiers are so far:

Hugh Truesdale, Pvt., Pennsylvania

David Hunnel, Pvt., New Jersey

Josiah Woodworth Sr., Pvt. Connecticut

Nathaniel Cox Sr., Pvt. Massachusetts (Maine)

Most notable was Nathaniel Cox:

Nathaniel Cox Sr served in the Revolutionary War in Col. McCobb’s Regiment, Brig. Gen. Warner’s Brigade. His name appears in a list titled “Revolutionary Soldiers to the Eastward – A list of the men mustered by Stephen Smith, Muster Master, on the 24th day of July 1777, in Col. McCobb’s Regiment. In Brigadier General Warner’s Brigade.” [Source: Bangor Historical Magazine, Vol. IV, No. 6, Dec 1888, p. 119]

Concerning Nathaniel Cox Sr’s war service, Tibbets and Lamson wrote, “During the Revolutionary times there was active support for the Colonial cause, and a number of Pleasant River men took part in the Battle of the Margaretta 12 June 1775 (4 men from Pleasant River shared in Margaretta prize money of 18 pounds each – Samuel Knowles, Nathaniel Cox, James Nash, & Richard Earl).” [Source: “Early Pleasant River Families of Washington County, Maine,” Picton Press, 1997, p. xxii]

The Battle of Machias, the naval battle involving the capture of the British schooner Margaretta, has been described in detail by George F. Talbot in the Bangor Historical Magazine, Vol III, No. IX, March 1888, pp. 161-167. It is also described on this website: https://www.thoughtco.com/american-revolution-battle-of-machias-2361161

Nathaniel Cox Sr. was also a Mayflower descendant of Allerton & Warren

As for Josiah Woodworth Sr., his family was from Connecticut and as a child he moved with his parents to Nova Scota after the British kick the French out. As an adult he returned to Connecticut and fought against the British during the Rev. War. He never returned to his family. He moved to New York after the war.

By Roger Newman

Tacoma Pierce County Genealogical Society March Chat

by Charles Hansen

Tacoma-Pierce County Genealogical Society Genealogy Chat
Tuesday, March 17, 2026, starting at 7:00 PM via Zoom

Please join us and let’s chat!

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This is a monthly opportunity to connect with others and talk about anything and everything genealogical. The value of this meeting increases with the participation of each person that attends and contributes to the conversations. This is your chance to celebrate the breaking down of a brick wall in your research or ask questions of others that can help you find records or relatives. Everyone, members, and guests are welcome and encouraged to attend and participate.

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Fiske Genealogical Library March April & May Classes

by Charles Hansen

Wednesday, March 18

10:00 am to 11:15 am Pacific Time – Fiske Genealogical Library, Seattle (Virtual Class)

Women of Letters: Voices from the Frontier

Presented by Sylvia Doolos

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Women wrote in diaries, newspapers, magazines, and letters to family and friends. Learn about the joy, heartbreak, and determination it took to be a frontier woman.

Sylvia Tracy Doolos, owner of New Leaf Genealogy, is the President of the Wales, Ireland, Scotland, England Family History Society (WISE-FHS), and Past-President of the Colorado Chapter of the Association of Professional Genealogists, and the International Society for British Genealogy and Family History (ISBGFH). 

Wednesday, March 25      

10:00 am to 11:15 am Pacific Time – Fiske Genealogical Library, Seattle (Virtual Class)

Internet Archive for the Family Historian

Presented by Tina Beaird

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The Internet Archive website has become a must-visit site for genealogy and history, but how do you know you’re getting the most out of your search? Tina will help you navigate Internet Archive by showing you how to effectively use their advanced search features, featured collections and the WayBack Machine and to get the most out of your user experience.

Tina Beaird, owner of Tamarack Genealogy, is the genealogy & local history librarian at a mid-sized Chicagoland public library. She holds a Masters of Library and Information Science degree with a specialization in Archives/Preservation, and is the First Vice-President of the Illinois State Genealogical Society, and board director for the Oswegoland Heritage Association.

Wednesday, April 1  

10:00 am to 11:15 am Pacific Time – Fiske Genealogical Library, Seattle (Virtual Class)

Are You Really My Ancestor?

Presented by Claire Smith

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When you find a name match for an ancestor, it’s tempting to believe you’re related. A name isn’t enough to prove the relationship, especially if you have a common surname – like mine! In this session you’ll learn what it takes to prove a lineage, and how to handle conflicting information or multiple potential matches. I will share examples that illustrate how to deal with these issues.

Claire Smith has more than 25 years of experience in genealogy research, specializing in  New England, Ireland, Atlantic Canada, and England. As a former tech executive, she also brings expertise to areas such as DNA, AI, Technology, and Organization. She is Past Director, Seminar Program Chair for the Massachusetts Genealogical Council, and Past president, of the Bainbridge Island (WA) Genealogical Society.

Wednesday, April 8  

10:00 am to 11:15 am Pacific Time – Fiske Genealogical Library, Seattle (Virtual Class)

Unlock the 1926 Census of Ireland for Irish Family Research

Presented by Susan McKee

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The 1926 Census of Ireland will be released on 18 April 2026. Discover the background and details contained in this long-awaited census. Enumerated 15 years after the previous census in 1911, it provides a snapshot of Ireland after years of conflict and enormous political and social change in the country. Learn how to make the most of its contents for your Irish family research.

Susan McKee, M.A., is a genealogist specializing in Irish family research. Born and raised in Dublin, Ireland, she is now a U.S. citizen and longtime resident of Seattle, WA, where she facilitates the monthly Irish Special Interest Group for the Seattle Genealogical Society, and makes presentations for genealogical societies across the U.S.

Wednesday, April 22

10:00 am to 11:15 am Pacific Time – Fiske Genealogical Library, Seattle (Virtual Class)

Tracing Female Ancestors Through Everyday Records

Presented by Sylvia Doolos

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American women in the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries left records, none unique to women. However, these records can provide unique insights when looked at through a historical lens as American women’s lives changed.

Sylvia Tracy Doolos, owner of New Leaf Genealogy, is the President of the Wales, Ireland, Scotland, England Family History Society (WISE-FHS), and Past-President of the Colorado Chapter of the Association of Professional Genealogists, and the International Society for British Genealogy and Family History (ISBGFH). 

Wednesday, April 29

10:00 am to 11:15 am Pacific Time – Fiske Genealogical Library, Seattle (Virtual Class)

Back to School; Making the most of School Records

Presented by Tina Beaird

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Learn about the many ways you can access cool details about your ancestors by using school records like yearbooks, school schedules, teacher’s registers, school newspapers, alumni directories and much more. This is one class you won’t want to ditch.

Tina Beaird, owner of Tamarack Genealogy, is the genealogy & local history librarian at a mid-sized Chicagoland public library. She holds a Masters of Library and Information Science degree with a specialization in Archives/Preservation, and is the First Vice-President of the Illinois State Genealogical Society, and board director for the Oswegoland Heritage Association.

Wednesday, May 6   

10:00 am to 11:15 am Pacific Time – Fiske Genealogical Library, Seattle (Virtual Class)

IS IT TRUE? Using Manuscripts and Family Records for Genealogical Proof

Presented by Steven W. Morrison

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To some, family records – including diaries, letters, and personal photographs – may be seen as having little genealogical value. Nothing could be further from the truth! Explore how original information from the Oregon trail can shine new light on undiscovered facts or family relationships.

Steven W. Morrison is past president for both the Puget Sound chapter of the Association of Professional Genealogists, and the Olympia Genealogical Society (WA). He has been a professional genealogist since 2006 and has advanced his genealogical education by attending twenty genealogical institutes including the Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research (IGHR),  and the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG. He’s authored multiple articles and books reviews, especially regarding Quakers (Religious Society of Friends), and has presented to all the genealogical societies in Western Washington either in-person or virtually. 

Wednesday, May 13 

10:00 am to 11:15 am Pacific Time – Fiske Genealogical Library, Seattle (Virtual Class)

Moonshine & Coal Mines: Unraveling Stories & Secrets to Reconstruct a Family Through Oral History Documents and DNA

Presented by Lisa Vogele

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This case study pieces together the elusive origins of a 19th-century Polish immigrant family. Through DNA analysis, historical records, and myth-busting research, we’ll uncover a tale of poor Pennsylvania coal miners, lost homes, hidden siblings, and even an arrest for an illicit still in the woods. Learn how to navigate surname variations, reconstruct migration timelines, and use modern genealogy methods to bring the past to life.

Lisa Vogele is a professional genealogist and certified travel advisor (CTA). She is the Chief Tree Climber at Travel Your Tree: Where Ancestry Meets Adventure, a full-service family history research, travel planning and tour operator. In 2016, Lisa authored Food & Folklore: A Year of Italian Festivals, a guide book to assist travelers with incorporating festivals into their itineraries and experience local culture through food and historic events. Her travel tips have been featured in the Huffington Post, 1000traveltips.com and her travel blog LisaLovesToTravel.com.

Wednesday, May 20 

10:00 am to 11:15 am Pacific Time – Fiske Genealogical Library, Seattle (Virtual Class)

From Territory to State: Records You Might Miss

Presented by Sylvia Doolos

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As our nation grew, territories began keeping records to achieve statehood. Let’s look at records and research strategies that can help you.

Sylvia Tracy Doolos, owner of New Leaf Genealogy, is the President of the Wales, Ireland, Scotland, England Family History Society (WISE-FHS), and Past-President of the Colorado Chapter of the Association of Professional Genealogists, and the International Society for British Genealogy and Family History (ISBGFH). 

Wednesday, May 27 

10:00 am to 11:15 am Pacific Time – Fiske Genealogical Library, Seattle (Virtual Class)

Mapping Your Migrating Ancestors

Presented by Tina Beaird

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Tina will discuss the usefulness of different types of maps including aerial and birdseye maps as well as cadastral, enumeration, and fire insurance maps. She will give suggestions on how to trace your ancestors using land records available through multiple government agencies such as local and county tax assessors, county clerks, circuit court offices, and land use departments. Tina will also provide suggestions on how to track resources using non-governmental sources like libraries, archives and historical societies.

Tina Beaird, owner of Tamarack Genealogy, is the genealogy & local history librarian at a mid-sized Chicagoland public library. She holds a Masters of Library and Information Science degree with a specialization in Archives/Preservation, and is the First Vice-President of the Illinois State Genealogical Society, and board director for the Oswegoland Heritage Association.

America 250 Anthony Sizer

by Charles Hansen

Revolutionary War Ancestor – Anthony Sizer

Anthony Sizer was the 5th great grandfather of Stanley Dean Sizer (husband of Kathleen Weddle Sizer).  Anthony Sizer served in the 7th Connecticut Reg. commanded by Col. Swift, Captain Ephraim Chamberlain from Middletown, Connecticut as a wagoneer [sic] for Elijah Hubbard [Lieut.], Commissary for a two-year period.  Congress passed the Revolutionary Claim Act June 7, 1832.  Anthony applied and received a pension issued the 28th day of December, 1832 with pension in arrears and semi-annual allowance due him for $160.00.  Anthony Sizer was 69 years of age at the time he appeared in the court at Westfield before Honorable Oliver B. Morris, Esq.  He stated he was born at Middletown, State of Connecticut on the 12th day of March, 1763 and he has possession of a copy of the town birth record.

He states “In the year 1779 I entered the service of the United States in the War of the Revolution at the request of Elijah Hubbard of said Middletown who wears a commissary in the United States Army and was employed by him in the transportation of Military Stores from said Middletown to the army for the term of two years. …We went several times to Morristown in New Jersey following with the Army in their marched [sic] from Morristown up to West Point Fort and traveling back and forth with same loaded with provisions and military stores to be delivered where ever they happened to be.  We went armed …especially …in the state of New York which the rest of us lay under our carts and wagons.  …I enlisted and was to have twenty-four pounds which was one years wages provided I brought back a certificate of a years service and a regular discharge.  …camped down upon the ground every night – We built cabins of bushes and barks and stayed in them several weeks. …we drew rations of forage and provisions from the public stores at Danbury and elsewhere.  We were …going armed and strictly guarded our teams to keep off the cowboys and lay under our carts and wagons at night.  …I consider myself a soldier in the service of the United States and claim that I have served my country as such, One year ten months and twenty days, besides the first term of two years.

I know of no person living who can testify to any part of the aforementioned services – Elijah Hubbard died a number of years ago, Samuel Sizer died about a year ago and I can find no person who was with me at that time – nor have I any documentary evidence to prove any part of my service except a pass signed by Elijah Hubbard dated 21st Feb 1783, and another pass dated 15th March 1783, which are neuto [sic] annexed – I have a quantity of Continental money and some other Revolutionary [cannot make out] which I might transmit to the Department.  I came from Middletown to Blandford [Massachusetts] about forty years ago and have resided there ever since.  I am well known to Rev. Charles A. Turner – Doctor Eli Hale – Ornin [sic] Sage and Enos Boise Esq. of S. Blandford.  Anthony Sizer signed his name in a beautiful script.  His 5th great grandson found it interesting that “Cowboys” were thieves at that time.  His wonderful record is 14 pages long and he is good at detail.  He probably could tell some great stories to his grandchildren.  Source: Sand Point, Seattle, WA Regional Archives

Source: Penson & Bounty Land, NARA 804, Roll No. 2193 and service in the Revolution under claim 24550, NARA T718, roll 7, FHL microfilm 1,319,387, declaration No. 14080, receiving it and his wife Lucretia Ward Sizer filed after his death for W24550, Index Vol. A, Page 437.

by: Kathleen Sizer from: sizer@bentonrea.com.

Heritage Quest Research Library Quest Connections March 2026

by Charles Hansen
QUEST CONNECTIONS March 2026 Volume 31 – Issue 1 In this Issue
~ Directly Speaking
~ Celebrate America250
~ Yearly fees increase
~ Upcoming Events
~ Have Your Heard?
~ Our New Members
~ Super Supporters
~ Above and Beyond
~ New Library Books
~ A Wee Bit of Fun


What Were Your Ancestors Doing During the American Revolution Era?
This year we celebrate the 250th year of American Independence. Many of our ancestors lived in the colonies along the Atlantic Coast and survived through seven years of fierce hardships that marked the struggle to break free of tyranny.
Those families risked everything—their homes, their safety, and their lives—for an idea called liberty. Today, their names sit silent in pension files and brittle ledgers. It’s time to bring them back into the light. By tracing our Revolutionary roots, we aren’t just looking at the past; we are honoring the courage that made our present possible.
At HQRL, we believe that as we get to know and understand the stories of our Revolutionary Era ancestors, we learn more about ourselves. Our talented and knowledgeable volunteers here at HQRL are available six days a week to help you uncover the stories of your Revolutionary ancestors. Whether you’re just starting or hitting a brick wall, we’re here to help you bridge the gap to the past.
As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s Independence, why not make your family’s history a research priority? Directly Speaking Heritage Quest Research Library Celebrates America250
As we approach the historic milestone, I find myself reflecting on why we do what we do here at Heritage Quest Research Library. Beyond the dates and the documents, we are in the business of collecting and building family histories. The 250th anniversary of the United States isn’t just a national holiday; for us, it is a deeply personal journey. Somewhere in the branches of your family tree—or those of the researchers we help every day—there are patriots. These were the individuals who lived through the sparks of the American Revolution, whose choices 250 years ago shaped the world we walk in today.
In Celebrating our Past We Build our Future
To honor this legacy and ensure HQRL can continue serving our community for years to come, I am thrilled to invite you to our America250 Celebration & Fundraiser on June 9, 2026. This isn’t just another dinner; it is our most significant event of the year. The funds raised on this night will directly support: • Expanding our Revolutionary-era research collections. • Updating our technology to make “Patriot finding” faster and more accessible. • Securing the future of our library in Puyallup as a premier West Coast genealogy hub. MARK THIS VERY IMPORTANT DATE! Big events take big effort and we need the hands-on support of our amazing members and patrons. please join us in planning our America250 celebration!
Where: Heritage Quest Research Library When: 1 pm March 10, 2026 Where: 2102 E Main Ave, Suite #105 Why: Learn more about the event ·        Make important decisions ·        Help coordinate activities I am calling on you to help us make June 9th a success. Whether you can donate a unique item for our auction, volunteer for a setup shift, or simply join us for the evening to share your own family discoveries, your presence is what makes this library a community. Let’s honor the past by building a stronger future for HQRL. I look forward to celebrating 250 years of history—and your family’s place in it—this June. Carolyn Pasquier, Director America250 Patriot Celebration Fundraiser! Farm 12, Puyallup WA
We can’t do this without you: Our major fundraiser is here! To our incredible members, supporters, and patrons, We are gearing up for our biggest fundraiser of the year, and to be honest, the clock is ticking! This event is vital to our mission, and because time is short, we are turning to the people who have always been our backbone.
You have always stepped up when the need is great!!  Today, we are asking for that same incredible spirit to help make this event a rousing success.
Please consider volunteering on any the committees listed below, please contact Carmen McIntrye, Promotions Coordinator: camway@outlook.com
Event Management & Staffing Auction Planning (silent & live auction and raffle) Sponsorship and Major Gifts Volunteer Coordinator Registration, check-in & guest assistance Marketing and Communication Finance Management Membership Fees Increase HQRL membership fees will increase starting April 1.  Individual Membership – $50.00 Individual Membership with mail $65.00 Family membership $60.00 Family membership with mail $75.00
Patrons can join and members can renew during March at the current rate and can pay for more than one year if they choose. 
Upcoming Events HQRL Class Thursday March 5 What is Your Name?  presented by Virginia Majewski Heritage Quest Research Library – classroom (limit of 8) and Zoom 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Join Virginia to learn about naming patterns. She will explain the use of four research concepts to improve your success when researching. Register at the library or online using the HQRL Store icon. Fee: $20+tax for members, $25+tax for non-members. (A zoom link will be sent to your email 1-2 days before the class along with any handouts) ~~~~~ Thursday, March 5 through Saturday, March 7 ROOTS Tech 2026  in person (Salt Lake City) and on-line ROOTS Tech 2026 registration open. ~~~~~ Sunday March 8 Research Sunday Heritage Quest Research Library 10 am – 4 pm ~~~~~ Tuesday March 10 America250 Planning Meeting Heritage Quest Research Library 1 pm – 3 pm ~~~~~ Wednesday, March 18 Management Team Meeting HQRL Classroom 12 noon – 2 pm
~~~~~ Thursday, March 19 HQRL Class Finding Your Dutch Roots  presented by Alexander Tolksdorf Heritage Quest Research Library Classroom (limit of 8) and Zoom 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Alexander will explain resources and techniques to trace your Dutch ancestors with additional emphasis on cultural and historical context that surrounded the their lives. Register at the library or online using the HQRL Store icon. Fee: $20+tax for members, $25+tax for non-members. (A zoom link will be sent to your email 1-2 days before the class along with any handouts)
~~~~~ Saturday March 21  5th Annual African American Conference 10 am – 2 pm Tacoma Family History Center 12th and Pearl. Tacoma, WA (lunch included) Have You Heard? RootsTech 2026 is just around the corner! This three-day genealogy conference is hosted by FamilySearch, March 5–7 2026. Get ready to celebrate your family and learn something new about your heritage. This year’s conference is packed with a variety of family history activities, including:
And the Best Part It’s online and it’s free It’s not too late to register and it’s easy, though you may need to set up a FamilySearch account if you do not already have one.
Navigate to the Rootsech registration page by clicking the button below. RootsTech Registration Welcome Our New Members January Lynette Allen Nancy Brakke Karen Kephart Sandy Kramer Michael Lafreniere Martha Leonhardt Stefanie Patterson Kim Pohl Diane Rogers Julie and Steve Stockert February Cathleen Howell Michael J Howell Jeffery Poso Super Supporters Oct-Dec 2025 We’re still here because of you. Your generosity keeps our doors open and our community growing. Christopher Loseth  David Grimm   Durina Taylor   James Foote   Judy Line   Kenneth Shipman    Kristi Arnold   Lyn Johnson   Lynne Stallcop   Patricia Fiebke   Phyllis Kleist   Rachel Farley   Tamara Ching   Valerie Jacobs  
~~Thank You So Much~~ Above and Beyond Volunteers David Grimm, Mike Bartlett and Richard Pasquier were on hand to help with the recent relocation and addition of bookcases at the library, willing giving their valuable time to complete this project. AND, it was done in record time!
Thanks to Mike who transported new shelving to the library; to Mike and Richard for assembling the shelves and to David, Mike and Richard who gave up a Sunday to tackle the heavy lifting of moving and installing library shelving. These guys are awesome!
~~Our Heartfelt Thank You~~ MIKE DAVID RICHARD New Library Books Discover our New Book Shelf – the first shelf to the left of the classroom door. The books are from these generous donors: Eliza Jane Meeker Chapter DAR, Elaine Root, Lori Bast, Dale Loseth, Elizabeth Bender. Thank you for keeping our collection new and fresh. DC 016 We, the people, the story of the United States capitol United States – Capitol Historical Society
IA Black Hawk 002 v.1 History of Black Hawk County, Iowa, and its people V1 (1915) – John C. Hartman IA Black Hawk 002 v.2 History of Black Hawk County, Iowa, and its people Volume 2 – Anonymous IA Chickasaw 002 History of Chickasaw and Howard Counties, Iowa – Robert Herd Fairbairn
IL Edgar 002 Combined standard atlas Edgar County Illinois 1870 – 1894 – 1910 –Warner & Higgins Publisher IN 035 Pioneer history of Indiana, stories, incidents, customs of the early settlers – Col. William M Cockrum IN 036 Yesterday’s Indiana, Seemann’s historic states series no. 4 – Byron L Troyer IN Clay 003 History of Clay County Indiana historical, biographical [1884] – Charles Blanchard
IN Jefferson 005 Early architecture of Madison, Indiana – John T. Windle, Robert M. Taylor Jr. NJ 022 Pine Battens of New Jersey – Lester S. Thomas NJ Warren 003 Authentic list of marriages in Warren County, New Jersey 1834 –1868 – Elder Edward Barrass
VT 015 Lake Champlain and the Upper Hudson Valley – Edward P. Hamilton WA 000 History 35 Washington images of a state’s heritage – Carlos Schwantes, Katerine Morrissey, David Nicandri, Susan Strasser WA Benton 004 Prosser, 1964-74 Changing Times – Paul Fridlund WA Benton 005 Two fronts: a small town at war – Paul Fridlund 
WA King 052 Coals of Newcastle, a hundred years of hidden history – Richard and Lucile McDonald WA Pierce Tacoma yrbk Lincoln 1927 Lincolnian Annual 1927, Lincoln High School, Tacoma, Washington  WA Stevens 007 Rich heritage, Summit Valley’s past – Kathryn “Kate” Carlson Immigration SCOTLAND 017 Cargoes of despair and hope, Scottish emigration to North America 1603-1803 – Ian Adams, Meredyth Somerville
WI 026 Early German Immigrants in Wisconsin, Section I Geographic Origin of German immigration to Wisconsin, Section II The German element in the United States Vol. I – Kate Everest Levi, Alber Bernhardt Faust
WI 027 Old cemetery burials of Milwaukee County Wisconsin Vol 2 – Elizabeth Doherty Herzfeld Mayflower 038 Mayflower, the voyage from hell – Kevin Jackson
Military NAPOLEON 001 Diary of a Napoleonic foot soldier – Jakob Walter Military REV WAR 075 Located graves of soldiers and patriots of the American Revolution 1977-1982 – National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution
Military CIVIL WAR 068 Complete Civil War The definitive fact file of the campaigns, weapons, tactics, armies and key figures – Philip Katcher
Military WWII 023 Day we bombed Switzerland – Jackson Granholm
Native American 056 Gridiron gypsies, how the Carlisle Indians shaped modern football –Tom Benjey Pacific NW 034  Lumber ghosts, a travel guide to the historic lumber towns of the pacific northwest – Kenneth A Erickson
Religion METHODIST 004 Bishop Asbury comes to Holston [Excerpts from Bishop Asbury’s Journals. One of the first. Methodist traveling preachers who brought Methodism to Eastern Tennessee, Southwest Virginia – 1788-1816] – Bishop Frances Asbury, Marvin Kincheloe, Robert L Hilton US HISTORY 022 The frontier years – Mark H Brown, W.R. Felton
US History WEST 041 Osborne Russell’s Journal of a Trapper – Osborne Russell
US History WEST 042 Mountain men and fur traders of the Far West – LeRoy R Hafen
US History WEST 043 Diary of a Forty-Niner – Chauncey L Canfield
US History WOMEN 032 Good wives image and reality in the lives of women in northern New England 1650-1750 – Laurel Thatcher Ulrich
Foreign CANADA Ontario Lanark 003 Perth, tradition & style in Eastern Ontario – Larry Turner Foreign CANADA Ontario Frontenac 007 Sandhill cemetery – Kingston Branch Ontario Genealogical Society
Foreign ENGLAND 000 Military 13 Eminent Victorian soldiers seekers of glory – Byron Farwell
Foreign ENGLAND Cambridgeshire 003 History of Huntingdonshire – Michael Wickes
Foreign ENGLAND Cornwall 002 Little land of Cornwall – A.L. Rowse Foreign GERMANY 000 Research 25 Family tree German genealogy guide, how to trace your Germanic ancestry in Europe – James M. Beidler
Foreign GERMANY 053 Concise history of Germany second edition 2004 [early middle ages to present] – Mary Fulbrook
Foreign SCOTLAND 124 Victorian and Edwardian Highlands from old photographs – Francis Thompson
Foreign WALES 000 Research 05 Welsh family history, a guide to research, second edition – John Rowlands, Sheila Rowlands
Source ADOPTION 009 Courageous blessing, adoptive parents and the search — Carol L. Demuth Source COMPUTER 022 Turn your ipad into a genealogy powerhouse – Lisa Louise Cooke
Source COMPUTER 023 Mobile genealogy, how to use your tablet and smartphone for family history research – Lisa Louise Cooke
Source GENEALOGY 071 Genealogy do-over workbook –Thomas MacEntee Source ORGANIZING 003 Organize your genealogy, strategies and solutions for every researcher – Drew Smith
A Wee Bit of Fun Did you know that St. Patrick Wasn’t Irish: Born in Britain (possibly Scotland or Wales) to Roman parents, he wasn’t even in Ireland until he was 16. Was a slave: Irish pirates kidnapped him and sold him into slavery in Ireland, where he spent six years working as a shepherd before escaping. Used the Shamrock to illustrate the Trinity: He famously used the three-leaf clover (shamrock) to explain the Christian concept of the Holy Trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit). Blue, not green was his original color: Green becoming popular later due to Irish nationalism. Didn’t drive snakes out of Ireland: The legend says he drove snakes out of Ireland, but Ireland was too cold for snakes after the Ice Age, so they never lived there. Patrick wasn’t even St. Patrick’s given name: St. Patrick’s given name was Maewyn Succat. It wasn’t until he became a priest that he adopted a new name – Patrick, after Patricius (which relates to the Latin root meaning father).
Heritage Quest Research Library | 2102 East Main Ave Suite 105 | Puyallup, WA 98372 US

GFO Open House Grow Your Family Tree

by Charles Hansen

The Genealogical Forum of Oregon is pleased to host our annual Open House this month, from March 14 through 22.

This year’s Open House features 18 classes across a wide variety of interests, tours and orientation of the Pacific Northwest’s largest genealogical library, and individualized research help. Most of the events will be hybrid — come in-person or participate online!

* Join us for 16 free online classes

* The GFO library will be open every day with no day-use fee

* We will be hosting in-person tours of the library — and, the same tour will be presented online on Saturday, March 21.

Registration and details can be found at https://gfo.org/openhouse.

Online classes include:

* Pacific Northwest Special Interest Group

* Game of Names

* From Paper to Pixels: Digitizing, Organizing, and Preserving Your Family History

* Introduction to Family Tree Maker Software (presented by GFO’s FTM SIG)

* Using the Free DNA Tools at GEDMatch (presented by GFO’s DNA Q&A SIG)

* The Mayflower Society

* RootsMagic Level 101: Overview & Basics (preesented by GFO’s RootsMagic SIG)

* Using AI in Genealogy: a Beginners Guide(presented by GFO’s AI SIG)

* Bureaucracy to the Rescue: Unlocking Family Mysteries with Washington State Records

* Using Homestead Records in Genealogy: Four Case Studies

* GFO’s Genealogy Problem Solvers group 

* Introduction to Black American Genealogy

* Dual Citizenship/Second Passport Panel Discussion

* Online Tour of the GFO Library

Registration and details can be found at https://gfo.org/openhouse.

All Open House events are free of charge.

Bainbridge Island Genealogical Society 3 Types of DNA 5 Testing Companies Help Me Understand!

by Charles Hansen



Bainbridge Island Genealogical Society

Topic: 3 Types of DNA, 4 Challenging Types of Families, and 5 Testing Companies – Help Me Understand!

Speaker: Kelli Jo Bergheimer

Join us Saturday, March 21, 2026 @ 10am

In Person at the Bainbridge Public Library and via Zoom

This presentation includes a review of the three kinds of DNA. The speaker will also discuss the four kinds of challenging families that make working with DNA matches difficult. The presentation closes with a review of the highlights of five testing companies.

Kelli Jo Bergheimer is a writer, teacher, editor, and international genealogical speaker. Kelli is Director of Curriculum and Assessments for Blue Kayak, a K-12 textbook company. She works as the Director of Education for Your DNA Guide. She also runs a small business called “Mess on the Desk,” a genealogical organization company with a YouTube channel, and is the facilitator for Genetics, Genealogy, and You, an online DNA Interest Group.