Follow Friday – FamHist
25 Feb 2011 Leave a Comment
in Uncategorized Tags: ancestors, ancestry, blogging, genealogical research, history sources, Springpad
I came across a post last week that I had to read but kept putting it off to do other things. Well, I just read it and now have to go try this myself.
Take a peek at FamHist’s Using Springpad for Genealogy Research and give it a try yourself!
Tuesday’s Tip – Follow the Paper Trail
22 Feb 2011 Leave a Comment
in Genealogy Research Tags: ancestors, genealogical research, historical research, history sources, newspaper microfilm
While doing research for a client last week, I was reminded again to trust my gut and follow the paper trail even if it leads to a dead end. Sometimes this requires reading rolls and rolls of microfilm as you scan newspaper headlines looking for that one thing you need to help prove a theory. Other times it requires re-reading documents you already have in your possession to ensure you are not missing any vital pieces. And sometimes you just have to go with your gut and search the one source you feel is THE one to provide the answers.
