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Abrams Foundation ONLINE Family History Seminar
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Next meeting : September 2020
THE MEETING MAY BE POSTPONED UNTIL THIS CORONA VIRUS THING IS OVER WITH,
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SGS NEWSCELEBRATE OUR UNITED STATES
“Nothing can illustrate these observations more forcibly, than a recollection of the happy conjuncture of times and circumstances, under which our Republic assumed its rank among the Nations; The foundation of our Empire was not laid in the gloomy age of Ignorance and Superstition, but at an Epoch when the rights of mankind were better understood and more clearly defined, than at any former period, the researches of the human mind, after social happiness, have been carried to a great extent, the Treasures of knowledge, acquired by the labours of Philosophers, Sages and Legislatures, through a long succession of years, are laid open for our use, and their collected wisdom may be happily applied in the Establishment of our forms of Government; the free cultivation of Letters, the unbounded extension of Commerce, the progressive refinement of Manners, the growing liberality of sentiment... have had a meliorating influence on mankind and increased the blessings of Society. At this auspicious period, the United States came into existence as a Nation, and if their Citizens should not be completely free and happy, the fault will be entirely their own.
[Circular to the States, 8 June 1783 - Writings 26:484--89]” ― George Washington, Writings 
“Labor to keep alive in your breast that little spark of celestial fire called conscience.”
― George Washington, Rules of Civility And Other Writings & Speeches 
PREVIOUS SPEAKER WAS:Our last speaker was in March: Debra Sheets gave us a presentation video from Rootstech 2020
Click on the Rootstech icon ABOVE to view video
"Finding Your Elusive Female Ancestors" Notes From our last
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Did you misplace your
last issue of the Timbertown Log?
TO READ MORE CLICK THE LINK
last issue of the Timbertown Log?
TO READ MORE CLICK THE LINK
GREAT BOOKS TO READ
Books about our city, county and or state
By Roselynn Ederer
As part of the Northwest Territory, the Saginaw wilderness was not organized into a county until January 28, 1835. When Canadian, Scottish, German, and Irish pioneers began to settle along the region's many rivers, small communities developed-Burt, Birch Run, Bridgeport, Frankenmuth, Freeland, Hemlock, Merrill, St. Charles, Chesaning, Oakley, and Zilwaukee-in addition to larger towns such as Carrollton, Saginaw City, and East Saginaw. Using stories and photographs collected from life-long residents and historical societies throughout Saginaw County, this book documents the colorful lumbering, agricultural, and industrial past of these communities from the mid-1800s through the early 1900s. 
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by Roberta Morey
Saginaw's history begins with its river system; the first inhabitants of the area were the Chippewa Indians who used the Saginaw, Shiawassee, and Tittabawassee Rivers for transportation, fishing, and rice harvesting. In 1675, Jesuit priest Fr. Henri Nouvel arrived by canoe from St. Ignace in the Upper Peninsula to minister to the local tribes. As the first European visitor, he arrived before the rivers brought the fur traders, who established trading posts to barter with the Native Americans. In 1819, territorial governor Lewis Cass negotiated a treaty with the Native Americans in which millions of acres of their land was ceded to the U.S. government. After the treaty, settlers began to arrive, and lumber barons from the East found that the rivers could transport logs from the woods to the sawmills that dotted the Saginaw River. After the lumber industry waned, many varied trades came into being, and a long list of famous names are connected to the growth of the city. A small selection of early developers, heroes, and modern-day entrepreneurs are featured in this book. |
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logo to order either book
Fireworks this year need to be enjoyed
...at a distance. PLEASE Be safe. Watch it on TV.
Do some sparklers for the kids. Eat good food,
play music and have good fun.
TO WATCH FIREWORKS ON TV: click below
...at a distance. PLEASE Be safe. Watch it on TV.
Do some sparklers for the kids. Eat good food,
play music and have good fun.
TO WATCH FIREWORKS ON TV: click below
GENEALOGY CONFERENCES
4 great Genealogy conferences
in 2020
By Joy Neighbors
If your New Year's resolution is to attend more conferences and seminars this year; congratulations, that's a perfect way to make connections and stay up on what's happening in the world of genealogy. If you’re searching for genealogy conferences with the most bang for the buck, here are four recommendations to consider. CLICK THE BUTTON BELOW
If your New Year's resolution is to attend more conferences and seminars this year; congratulations, that's a perfect way to make connections and stay up on what's happening in the world of genealogy. If you’re searching for genealogy conferences with the most bang for the buck, here are four recommendations to consider. CLICK THE BUTTON BELOW
HOYT LIBRARY...remembering the past
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GET ANSWERS...ASK MISS BETTY!
WE ARE STILL HERE READY TO HELP!
Brick wall? Stumped? Out of Ideas?
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The combined efforts of
our members may be able to find you an answer! Go to the ASK MISS BETTY page and post your question or for help click on the Miss Betty icon. PS. We don't charge for the help but we do take donations. |
PLEASE REMEMBER US
IN YOUR WILL
SGS REMEMBRANCE FUND
Where your donated monies to the
Saginaw Genealogical Society
can mean a real difference!
We look for places in our city or county
that are in need of extra help in regards to
GENEALOGICAL RESEARCH or PRESERVATION,
that we deem of great value to the community.
The donation to these places is then
MADE IN YOUR NAME.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
PLEASE SEND US AN EMAIL TO:
saggensoc@gmail.com
IN YOUR WILL
SGS REMEMBRANCE FUND
Where your donated monies to the
Saginaw Genealogical Society
can mean a real difference!
We look for places in our city or county
that are in need of extra help in regards to
GENEALOGICAL RESEARCH or PRESERVATION,
that we deem of great value to the community.
The donation to these places is then
MADE IN YOUR NAME.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
PLEASE SEND US AN EMAIL TO:
saggensoc@gmail.com
WANTED: Your stories IN 2020
Did you or a family member survive
...a flood? ...A Fire? ...A Virus?
send your stories to : sgsmi1970@gmail.com
Michigan Genealogical Council
20 hrsLibrary of Michigan
COVID-19: Save Your Story
Project Description: COVID-19 History Project Diary
A call for volunteers: The COVID-19 Pandemic has affected all of us in many different ways and we are all eyewitnesses to the events that have been unfolding the last
few weeks. This is a time for us to record our daily experiences, thoughts, and feelings in diary form, either in writing or video.
The Library of Michigan envisions collecting and preserving
these stories. The goal is to preserve the stories of our daily
lives
during the crisis and to provide future historians, researchers,
and students with information and data on life in Michigan communities during the Pandemic.
20 hrsLibrary of Michigan
COVID-19: Save Your Story
Project Description: COVID-19 History Project Diary
A call for volunteers: The COVID-19 Pandemic has affected all of us in many different ways and we are all eyewitnesses to the events that have been unfolding the last
few weeks. This is a time for us to record our daily experiences, thoughts, and feelings in diary form, either in writing or video.
The Library of Michigan envisions collecting and preserving
these stories. The goal is to preserve the stories of our daily
lives
during the crisis and to provide future historians, researchers,
and students with information and data on life in Michigan communities during the Pandemic.
For questions about the project or to submit a diary, please email:
The Library of Michigan staff at: Librarian@Michigan.gov.
Submissions can be emailed in at any time.
The Library of Michigan staff at: Librarian@Michigan.gov.
Submissions can be emailed in at any time.
YOUR LAUGH FOR THE DAY
THIS JUST IN
2020 Census 
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PLEASE:
REMEMBER TO FILL OUT THE 2020 CENSUS
Some may want to fill out the online census.
We did! You get a letter in the mail with a Census ID#
and then you go to the website and fill out the questions they have there. It's super easy and doesn't take but
a few minutes.
IF YOU NEED HELP FILLING IT OUT PLEASE CALL:
1-844-330-2020
REMEMBER...
Future generations may be looking for YOU someday!
REMEMBER TO FILL OUT THE 2020 CENSUS
Some may want to fill out the online census.
We did! You get a letter in the mail with a Census ID#
and then you go to the website and fill out the questions they have there. It's super easy and doesn't take but
a few minutes.
IF YOU NEED HELP FILLING IT OUT PLEASE CALL:
1-844-330-2020
REMEMBER...
Future generations may be looking for YOU someday!
FREE GENEALOGY HELP cold cases
RESEARCH HELP
PLEASE NOTE:
BECAUSE OF COVID-19 VIRUS,
THE SAGINAW FAMILY HISTORY CENTER IS CLOSED TO EVERYONE
UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE...
BECAUSE OF COVID-19 VIRUS,
THE SAGINAW FAMILY HISTORY CENTER IS CLOSED TO EVERYONE
UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE...
BUT YOU CAN STILL CALL FOR
ONLINE HELP AT:
FamilySearch open 24/7
1-866-604-1830
24 hrs a day / 7 days a week!
ONLINE HELP AT:
FamilySearch open 24/7
1-866-604-1830
24 hrs a day / 7 days a week!
FAMILY HISTORY 101
Sharing your family’s legacy is so important for strengthening family
bonds and reliving traditions that will make memories for every
generation. Take the time to sit down with your living relatives to
record important family history and maybe you’ll make some new
family history research discoveries. LET US SHOW YOU HOW...
bonds and reliving traditions that will make memories for every
generation. Take the time to sit down with your living relatives to
record important family history and maybe you’ll make some new
family history research discoveries. LET US SHOW YOU HOW...
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SGS PIONEER CERTIFICATES
Pioneer, Settler or First Family certificates
are for any PROVEN ancestors who may have lived in
Saginaw County from 1822-1884.
The Saginaw Genealogical Society began the issuance of Pioneer, Settler and First Family Certificates in 2017
are for any PROVEN ancestors who may have lived in
Saginaw County from 1822-1884.
The Saginaw Genealogical Society began the issuance of Pioneer, Settler and First Family Certificates in 2017
Give a gift the family will forever remember!
* Your ancestor will be noted in our website
* You will receive a handsome embossed certificate
* Ancestor documentation is vetted by our Society.
* Suitable for framing, or for documentation of your ancestors presence in Saginaw County along with their pedigree.
* Your ancestor will be noted in our website
* You will receive a handsome embossed certificate
* Ancestor documentation is vetted by our Society.
* Suitable for framing, or for documentation of your ancestors presence in Saginaw County along with their pedigree.
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Go to the History tab
in our menu and then to the Pioneers link, or just click here on the pioneers link>> PIONEERS John Cammin
and the very first Certificate in the Pioneer/Settler/First Family Awards Program |
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OOOOOOOH!!!! AHHHHHHHHHH!!!!.....WOW!!!!!
CHECK OUT OUR Fb SITE
There are lots of cool and interesting things to read there! Or ask a question. You can connect to Fb right from our website!
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FACEBOOK
Search: Saginaw Genealogical Society
or go to our main page and click "Fb link" (top right corner)
or Click HERE or click the icon above!
PS: You will need to sign into your own Fb
account to enter the site.
Search: Saginaw Genealogical Society
or go to our main page and click "Fb link" (top right corner)
or Click HERE or click the icon above!
PS: You will need to sign into your own Fb
account to enter the site.
FREE- FREE- FREE!
DO YOU DIARY?Well apparently future generations are going to want to know what you and I did during this VERY interesting time of self-quarantine during the Corona virus which will be forever marked in history.
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SAVING THE BEST FOR LAUGH
THE 'MEMBERS ONLY' PAGE FOR THE ARCHIVES OF THE TIMBERTOWN LOG ARE OFFICIALLY COMPLETED TO
DATE (yeah!)
IF YOU HAVE MISSED ONE OF THE NEWSLETTERS YOU CAN NOW ACCESS THEM ALL
FROM HERE.
DATE (yeah!)
IF YOU HAVE MISSED ONE OF THE NEWSLETTERS YOU CAN NOW ACCESS THEM ALL
FROM HERE.
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DON'T FORGET TO
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK,
YOU CAN FIND
THE LINK IN THE TOP RIGHT
CORNER OF
THIS PAGE!
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK,
YOU CAN FIND
THE LINK IN THE TOP RIGHT
CORNER OF
THIS PAGE!
SO HOW OBSERVANT ARE YOU? DID YOU NOTICE ALL THE POINTED FINGERS? YOU DID? SO HOW MANY DID YOU COUNT?
ANSWER ON THE BOTTOM OF THE ASK MISS BETTY PAGE
ANSWER ON THE BOTTOM OF THE ASK MISS BETTY PAGE
FOOD AND FAMILY HISTORY
4th of JULY RECIPE FAVORITES
Recipes from our families connect us to our history and they
have a way of bringing families together. And anytime families gather, even if to JUST EAT -- That's when Family History
is made!
have a way of bringing families together. And anytime families gather, even if to JUST EAT -- That's when Family History
is made!
WOW!
That's all I can say about this site. WOW!
RECIPES FOR EVERYTHING!
And I do mean everything...from drinks to make
(68 alcoholic and 22 NON alcoholic), to 50 meats,
28 seafood, 63 burgers, 43 kebabs, 17 veggies, 42 salads,
53 desserts, 25 cakes and
53 appetizers!!
MAN, IF YOU CANT FIND IT HERE
YOU 'AINT GONA FIND IT'!!!
Thank you https://delish.com
MICHIGAN GENEALOGICAL COUNCIL
NEWSLETTER
THIS JUST IN....
WHATS NEW AT THE GENEALOGICAL LIBRARY IN LANSING?
FOR YOUR INFORMATION...
Tips on how to stay happy in troubling times (CoVid-19)
By dwelling less on stress and reflecting on the positives, the BBC Future’s guide to happiness will help you to feel less overwhelmed by world events.
MILITARY HISTORY & NEWS
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IN CASE YOU WERE LOOKING...
A PAGE WITH SOME INTERESTING MILITARY LINKS.....
mORE LINKS FOR OUR READERS
fOR QUICK LINKS - CLICK ON THE BLUE ICONS
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Beginners Guide to Starting a Family Tree |
Saginaw County Records
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The hub post |
Genealogy Research Strategies
Ellis Island Records and Info
Hoyt Library - Local History/Genealogy
aMAZING STORIES
By issuing the Declaration of Independence, adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, the 13 American colonies severed their political connections to Great Britain. The Declaration summarized the colonists’ motivations for seeking independence. By declaring themselves an independent nation, the American colonists were able to confirm an official alliance with the Government of France and obtain French assistance in the war against Great Britain.
CELEBRATE SAFELY
FREE... FREE... FREE
These Genealogy Sites are Providing
Free Resources During the Pandemic
Most of us are aware of the importance of social distancing during this difficult time in history, and are staying at home to protect ourselves and others. And, while the coronavirus pandemic is causing emotional and economic stress for us all, it is important to find ways to relieve our worry by taking part in activities that lift our mood and help us stay connected (virtually).
That’s why those of us at Family History Daily are so glad to see several genealogy companies and organizations stepping up to provide free access to a wide variety of documents, images, courses and tools to enhance research while we all self-isolate. We’re proud of the family history community for pulling together to support one another and hope these resources will bring a smile to your face.
That’s why those of us at Family History Daily are so glad to see several genealogy companies and organizations stepping up to provide free access to a wide variety of documents, images, courses and tools to enhance research while we all self-isolate. We’re proud of the family history community for pulling together to support one another and hope these resources will bring a smile to your face.
DID YOU KNOW?
NEWSBANK can be used for FREE with your public library card ID number. This website has newspapers to search for obituaries!
NEWSBANK
TO SEARCH: CLICK ON THE TITLE ABOVE
TO SEARCH: CLICK ON THE TITLE ABOVE
THOUGHT OF THE DAY
INTERESTING STUFF
my favorite thing to do in
the summer was....
READ ALL ABOUT IT
HISTORICAL BOOK ON THE
BEGINNINGS OF SAGINAW, MICHIGAN
IF YOU WANT TO OPEN THE ENTIRE BOOK CLICK ON THE BOOK
PGS 460 - 470
MARTIN GENEALOGY UNCOVERED
Through a request to SGS the following document was uncovered from a descendant. We are indeed grateful to Frank Bradley for the opportunity to read about Michael G. Martin, one of our past citizens of Saginaw county. We thought it may be of interest to those of you who have Martin ancestors, or for those who search and search and search...and then FIND! Enjoy.
Through a request to SGS the following document was uncovered from a descendant. We are indeed grateful to Frank Bradley for the opportunity to read about Michael G. Martin, one of our past citizens of Saginaw county. We thought it may be of interest to those of you who have Martin ancestors, or for those who search and search and search...and then FIND! Enjoy.
Family History Daily
It wasn’t all that long ago that genealogists stored their family trees offline. These ‘old school’ family researchers owned actual physical copies of the records they had collected and carefully cataloged and stored them in elaborate file systems in their homes (you know who you are).
Later, most of us switched to family tree programs on our computers that we purchased from a local software store or by mail. We took those actual, paper records and scanned and attached them to our fancy new family tree program for safe keeping and easy reference. This provided a whole new way to store and organize our research and show it off to family and friends.
A lot has changed since that time. Although many of us still use offline family tree programs, most of us choose to sync to online trees as well, or we may only keep our tree(s) online. And a surprising number of people are storing and updating their trees in more than one location.
It is not uncommon for someone to have a tree on a paid site like Ancestry or MyHeritage, as well as on a free, collaborative site like FamilySearch AND in a DNA database such as Family Tree DNA – in addition to an offline program.
This ever-increasing availability of places to store and share family trees has many benefits (and a few downsides) but it has also created one major problem for researchers – access to attached records.
To read more about this and find solutions along with step-by-step instructions, please click on the button below. V
Later, most of us switched to family tree programs on our computers that we purchased from a local software store or by mail. We took those actual, paper records and scanned and attached them to our fancy new family tree program for safe keeping and easy reference. This provided a whole new way to store and organize our research and show it off to family and friends.
A lot has changed since that time. Although many of us still use offline family tree programs, most of us choose to sync to online trees as well, or we may only keep our tree(s) online. And a surprising number of people are storing and updating their trees in more than one location.
It is not uncommon for someone to have a tree on a paid site like Ancestry or MyHeritage, as well as on a free, collaborative site like FamilySearch AND in a DNA database such as Family Tree DNA – in addition to an offline program.
This ever-increasing availability of places to store and share family trees has many benefits (and a few downsides) but it has also created one major problem for researchers – access to attached records.
To read more about this and find solutions along with step-by-step instructions, please click on the button below. V
MORE INTERESTING STUFF
Saginaw News Obituary Index
With over 200,00+ obituaries for you
to find. Click on the link below
http://obits.netsource-one.net/
A NEW WEBSITEichiganology.org
SEEKINGMICHIGAN.ORG IS NOW MICHIGANOLOGY.ORG
The second biggest change to our website – the search box in the top right corner of every page, the ability to narrow search results, the option to add comments and tags to digital objects – are all features of our host’s upgrades. As we began to incorporate these new features, we also took the opportunity to change the structure of the website as well. These changes are meant to enable our staff to handle most of the web development work necessary to maintain and expand the website.
Memories & Traditions
20 July Fourth Traditions Foreigners Will Never Understand
JUST HOW BIG ARE THE BACKYARDS IN AMERICA?
WELL LET'S FIND OUT WHAT TRADITIONS
AMERICA HAS ACQUIRED OVER
THE PAST 244 YEARS!
WELL LET'S FIND OUT WHAT TRADITIONS
AMERICA HAS ACQUIRED OVER
THE PAST 244 YEARS!
HISTORY IN A NUTSHELL
Quick interesting video about the birth of our nation, and the constitution
Do you have an interesting
genealogy story you'ld like to share?
Send us an email,
(we can keep your LAST NAME private)
sgsmi1971@gmail.com
genealogy story you'ld like to share?
Send us an email,
(we can keep your LAST NAME private)
sgsmi1971@gmail.com
STRANGE BUT TRUE
LIBRARY CARDS
Are you a Michigan library card holder? Did you know that as of May 24, 2016, you can now access hundreds
of Michigan’s state parks, historic sites, recreation areas and campgrounds for either free or discounted admission? You can even use it to visit any of the
Seven National Park venues in this state!
To Read More About It:
CLICK ON THE BUTTON BELOW
of Michigan’s state parks, historic sites, recreation areas and campgrounds for either free or discounted admission? You can even use it to visit any of the
Seven National Park venues in this state!
To Read More About It:
CLICK ON THE BUTTON BELOW
IT SURE LOOKS BEAUTIFUL...HAVE A SAFE FUN HOLIDAY!