Program “Brick Walls”
This month we will discuss “brick walls.” Since we are all presumably doing research, it is just possible that we may run across something that may refer to someone else’s […]
Deciphering Handwriting
Just a reminder when you are having trouble deciphering someone’s handwriting such as on a census etc… See how the person wrote names and other words on other sections of […]
Understanding Surnames
Going over the lists of guilds I found surnames and even given names all derived from occupations. Here are a few: Baker, Brewer, Collier, Cooper, Draper, Dyer, Fuller, Glover, Goldsmith, […]
Research on Aaron Smith and Genealogy in General, cont.
Special Note: This month’s article is by guest author, Orlan Smith The most difficult descent in my tree has to be my Great, Great Grandfather Aaron Smith. I found him […]