Category Archives: Beginners

Back to Basics: Conducting Family Interviews

Posted on November 9, 2011 by LaDonna Garner

Most childhood memories involve listening to tall-tales at the feet of our older family members. As you look towards the family for source documents do not overlook the stories that may contain important clues. Interviewing a family member can be … Continue reading →

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Back to Basics: Start with You

Posted on October 19, 2011 by LaDonna Garner

During a recent genealogy course it became apparent how online databases have changed the way beginners enter the hobby of genealogy. Microfilm readers are losing their status as record viewers as many researchers opt to use online digitized records. And … Continue reading →

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