Deciphering Old Photos

by Charles Hansen

I am writing to inquire about information you may have in deciphering
old photos. Is there a person or persons that may refer to themselves as
Photo Detectives and can identify from old photos the era and or
information. I am looking for such individuals to help me in my research
or may be willing to conduct a presentation on this subject. I also am
the president of the Sno-Isle Genealogical Society in Lynnwood,
Washington. If there are individuals that do this I would greatly
appreciate hearing from you or someone in your organization. I do hope
you help us. Thanks for your attention.
Sincerely,

Gary Ottman  garyottman@yahoo.com
President of Sno-Isle Genealogical Society.

West Valley Genealogical Society Seminar John Philip Colletta

by Charles Hansen

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Press Release:

 

There is still time to register for the February 21, 2015 Annual Seminar hosted by the West Valley Genealogical Society, Youngtown, AZ.  Professional lecturer and author, Dr. John Philip Colletta, will be the featured speaker at this exciting event.  Dr. Colletta is a nationally renown expert genealogist who appears frequently on podcasts as well as on radio and television.  He has taught at the National Archives and was previously employed at the Library of Congress.  Currently a faculty member of Samford University, he also teaches in Boston University’s Certificate in Family History Program and at Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy.    Among his many publications, Dr. Colletta authored They Came in Ships: A Guide to Finding Your Immigrant Ancestor’s Arrival Record.  This very popular, and much in demand, speaker will present around a theme of “Our Ancestors from Overseas: Discovering and Recording Their Stories”  by incorporating four related lectures beginning with Passenger Arrival Records and Naturalization Records from Colonial Times to Early Twentieth Century. We’ll also learn about Lesser-Used Federal Records: a Source of Rich Detail About our Ancestors’ Lives. Sharing his writing expertise, he will lecture on methods of compiling our documented research with Our Immigrant Ancestors:   Pulling Together Each One’s Unique Personal Story.  Please join us for this all inclusive seminar; it’s sure to help the novice as well as the advanced researcher!   Seminar will be held at Lakeview United Methodist Church, 10298 West Thunderbird Blvd. Sun City, AZ.  Registration and expanded description of topics at: www.azwvgs.org, click events/activities/seminar or call 623-933-4945.

 

Carole Roath, Publicity

West Valley Genealogical Society

publicity@azwvgs.org

Oregon Burial Site Guide for just cost of Shipping

by Charles Hansen

                                     Press release – Oregon Burial Site Guide

We are loosing our warehouse space the end of July. So the boss said to offer the  Oregon  Burial Site Guide, Compiled by Dean Byrd, Stanley Clarke, & Janice M. Healy free. We will send a hard back copy to everyone for the cost of shipping and handling. Prepaid $20 post marked not later than 1 July 2015. Those of you with Nonprofit status please add your tax ID number. Any questions contact me. This book sold for $125 each.

This book is about where the cemeteries of Oregon are located. Not lists of who is buried in them. Those are only listed for the small sites on private property with 12 or less burials.

The book is 8.5″  X 11″ X 2″ 1,200 plus pages and weighs in at about 8 lbs in the shipping carton. Fully alphabetical by county and site, each county is indexed, Black and White photo’s for a general idea of what monuments are in each county,  with a state wide index in the back. This is a must for those researching Oregon using death certificates. We tried to pick up all the also known as names to the sites. There are about 2500 burial sites in the 36 counties of Oregon. This material is updated and corrected, not like the material from the old ODOT book that has been put up on the web. So no this is not on the web.

Make checks out to:

Stoney Way LLC
PO Box 5414
Aloha, OR 97006-0414

Janice M Healy
Secretary/Treasure
Stoney Way LLC
Mailto:jmhealy1@comcast.net

Whitman County Genealogical Society March Seminar

by Charles Hansen

Whitman County Genealogical Society

is hosting a seminar featuring

Janet Camarata and Winona Laird from Genealogy Training Center.

http://www.genealogyintodaysworld.com/about.html

Topics include:

“Extra! Extra! I Found It In the Newspaper!”

Winona teaches how to access a variety of historical newspapers to see your ancestors as part of a larger community. Newspaper records include announcements, obituaries, anniversaries, legal notices, letters to the editor, social columns filled with personal news of the daily experiences and lives of your family and their neighbors.

Winona has been doing genealogy for over 60 years. When she retired she became a Professional Genealogist. She is a member of Association of Professional Genealogists, National Genealogical Society, and Federation of Genealogy Societies.

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“Timelines, Chronologies, and Collateral Lines”

Janet will show how to use a variety of methods to better understand the lives of our ancestors. One method is the use of timelines and/or chronologies to summarize a person’s life, demonstrate how lives interconnect, point out problems and areas for further research, and help in writing a memoir, family history or obituary.

Janet is currently President of South King County Genealogical Society (SKCGS). She is a seminar presenter and trainer in genealogy societies across Washington and her specialties are Teaching and Lecturing on genealogy.

Date: Saturday, March 28, 2015

Time: 09:00 am-12:30 pm

Lunch: 12:30 pm-1:00 pm

Place: Holiday Inn Express meeting room, 1190 SE Bishop Blvd. Pullman WA

(near the intersection of SE Klemgard St.)

Cost: Pre-Registration, by March 20: $30.00 and includes a taco bar lunch catered by Taco Del Mar

Registration, after March 20 or at the door: $35.00 without lunch

Morning refreshments will be provided.

If you have any questions or need more information contact President,

Sue Kreikemeier at: aerocraft@completebbs.com or 509-635-1303

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REGISTRATION FORM:

Name: ___________________________________

Email: ____________________________________ or Phone: _______________

Make checks payable to W.C.G.S and send to: WCGS, P.O. Box 393, Pullman, WA 99163

For planning purposes, please have pre-registrations in by March 20.

SEATTLE GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY SEMINARS

by Charles Hansen

SAVE THE DATES!

SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2015

SEATTLE GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY SPRING SEMINAR

“WHO’S YOUR DADDY?
RESEARCHING YOUR FAMILY HISTORY IN THE MID-SOUTH STATES”

Speaker: C. Lynn Andersen, Accredited Genealogist (ICAPGen) in Mid-South states (Kentucky, Missouri, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia)

Topics:
An Overview of Internet Resources for the Mid-South States

Internet Resources for Mid-South States Will and Probate Records

Finding and Using Land Records Online to Solve Mid-South States Research Problems

A Look at Colonial Land Records from the Mid-South States

OCTOBER 17 and 18, 2015

SEATTLE GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY FALL SEMINAR

“THE FAMILY HISTORY DETECTIVE:
FINDING SOLUTIONS TO YOUR TOUGHEST RESEARCH PROBLEMS”

Speaker: Dr. Thomas W. Jones, CG, CGL, Co-Editor of National Genealogical Society Quarterly, past APG board member, BCG trustee and president, teacher at BU, IGHR, and SLIG, author of Mastering Genealogical Proof

Saturday, October 17, 2015 (Seminar)

Topics:
Can a Complex Research Problem Be Solved Solely Online?

Five Ways to Prove Who Your Ancestor Was (Some Reliable and Others Not Reliable)

Inferential Genealogy: Deducing Ancestors’ Identities Indirectly

Solving the Mystery of the Disappearing Ancestor
October 18, 2015 (special classes)
Developing Research Questions and Hypotheses: Planning an Exhaustive Search

Special Problems: Finding Immigrant and Migrant Origins

More details will be available soon.

Kay Grant Named 2014 Outstanding Volunteer

by Roxanne Lowe

Since 2003, the Washington State Genealogical Society has recognized more than 400 outstanding volunteers, nominated by their local society or genealogical organization for their service and dedication. These volunteers are the backbone of their local society, giving their time and expertise, to the organization and the field of genealogy. In the coming months, you will be introduced to each of the 2014 award recipients and learn why they received the 2014 WSGS Outstanding Volunteer Award.

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Today we’re introducing Kay H. Grant of Bainbridge Island who was nominated by the Bainbridge Island Genealogical Society (BIGS). She was recognized for her leader­ship, knowledge, and volunteer efforts toward the goals and operation of the BIGS.

Ms. Grant, an avid family historian, has been a member of the BIGS Board of Directors serving as treasurer, now in her fourth consecutive term. Her collaborative approach and reasoned thinking make her an integral member of the team. Her “big picture perspective” has been critical in defining and refining the BIGS’ goals to best support its membership.

Ms. Grant has always been a team player, helping with whatever was needed. She led BIGS’ nominating committee for its annual election two years in a row and often represented the society at public events. In addition to her work for BIGS, she also has volunteered at the local Family History Center, further supporting the local genealogy community.

Ms. Grant has been an invaluable resource to the BIGS’ board and entire organization and proved that she richly deserved to be a recipient of a WSGS Outstanding Volunteer Award.

For more information on the WSGS Outstanding Volunteer Award program, visit the Recognition page of the WSGS website or contact Roxanne Lowe, Recognition Chair, at Roxanne@thekeeffes.com.

Kelly Clan Gathering

by Charles Hansen

Media release

12 January 2015

 Kelly’s eye up a return to Westport, Co. Mayo, Ireland in May

The Kelly Clan are returning to Westport, Co. Mayo, Ireland for the 11th Kelly Clan Gathering. The last time the Clan visited the lovely town of Westport was in 2003 when a most successful Gathering took place.

The International Gathering which is supported by Westport County Council takes place on the weekend of 15-17 May 2015 and will be at the 4 star family run Castlecourt Hotel. Guests are expected not only from Ireland, but USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Guatemala and the UK.

Included in the weekend’s programme will be a tour of locations of Kelly interest including Burrishoole Abbey, St Patricks Church in Newport to view the Harry Clarke windows and Westport House, which has a strong Kelly connection. Among the speakers will be a local historian and the Clan’s Genetic Genealogist giving an update on the DNA programme. A 5-course Gala Dinner will be the highlight of the Saturday evening, where friends old and new will meet to the tune of local musicians.

 Mary Kelly, one of the organisers and a spokesperson for the Association, says that although the weekend will be action-packed, the atmosphere is relaxed. “It’s a real opportunity for people who have a genetic, historic and cultural link to meet and have a good time, in a great location, with the added benefit of learning about their ancestors, as well as meeting living relatives.”

 Further information can be found on the Kelly Clan Website www.kellyclans.com email clankellyinfo@gmail.com or phone Mary Kelly on + 353 (0)86 3296475.

ENDS

 Note to editors:

The Kelly Clan Website www.kellyclans.com

The Hotel Website: www.castlecourthotel.ie