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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 Genealogy
A Memoir of My Irish Boyhood
By: Tom Phelan
Narrated by:
Gerard Doyle
Length: 6 hrs and 13 mins
Categories: Biographies & Memoirs, Art & Literature
4.5 out of 5 stars
By: Tom Phelan
Narrated by:
Gerard Doyle
Length: 6 hrs and 13 mins
Categories: Biographies & Memoirs, Art & Literature
4.5 out of 5 stars
Tom Phelan’s We Were Rich and We Didn't Know It
is a heartfelt and masterfully written memoir of
growing up in Ireland in the 1940s.
Tom Phelan, who was born and raised in County Laois in the Irish Midlands, spent his formative years working with his wise and demanding father as he sought to wrest a livelihood from a farm that was often wet, muddy, and backbreaking.
It was a time before rural electrification, the telephone, and indoor plumbing; a time when the main modes of travel were bicycle and animal cart; a time when small farmers struggled to survive and turkey eggs were hatched in the kitchen cupboard; a time when the Church exerted enormous control over Ireland.
We Were Rich and We Didn't Know It recounts Tom’s upbringing in an isolated, rural community from the day he was delivered by the local midwife. With tears and laughter, it speaks to the strength of the human spirit in the face of life's adversities.
is a heartfelt and masterfully written memoir of
growing up in Ireland in the 1940s.
Tom Phelan, who was born and raised in County Laois in the Irish Midlands, spent his formative years working with his wise and demanding father as he sought to wrest a livelihood from a farm that was often wet, muddy, and backbreaking.
It was a time before rural electrification, the telephone, and indoor plumbing; a time when the main modes of travel were bicycle and animal cart; a time when small farmers struggled to survive and turkey eggs were hatched in the kitchen cupboard; a time when the Church exerted enormous control over Ireland.
We Were Rich and We Didn't Know It recounts Tom’s upbringing in an isolated, rural community from the day he was delivered by the local midwife. With tears and laughter, it speaks to the strength of the human spirit in the face of life's adversities.
Story of My Life: A Workbook for Preserving Your Legacy Paperback
Record the stories of your life--or a loved one's--for posterity!
The Story of My Life workbook makes it easy: Simply follow
the prompts to preserve memories from your entire life. The book
includes sections on parents, siblings, childhood, high school,
career, and adulthood. There’s also space to note vital statistics
about yourself and immediate family members as a genealogical
record.
The Story of My Life workbook makes it easy: Simply follow
the prompts to preserve memories from your entire life. The book
includes sections on parents, siblings, childhood, high school,
career, and adulthood. There’s also space to note vital statistics
about yourself and immediate family members as a genealogical
record.
MORE INTERESTING STUFF
Let Me Leave You My Calling Card
Want to take a peek into a fascinating social custom from
the Victorian era? Calling cards (also called visiting cards
or visiting tickets) were all the rage in the 19th century and
represented an indispensable way to communicate.
The cards did much more than just announce
a visit, they relayed important social messages.
For example, a calling card with a folded corner,
or a card in a sealed envelope sent clear messages
that accompanied strict etiquette protocols.
By the early 1900s, calling cards fell out of fashion.
Today’s business cards are a leftover relic from
the calling card era.
Calling cards first became popular in Europe in the
18th century and were favored by royalty and nobility.
Their popularity spread across Europe and to the
United States and soon calling cards
became essential for the fashionable and wealthy.
Society homes often had a silver tray in the entrance hall
where guests left their cards. A tray full of cards
(with the most prominent cards on top) was a way to display social connections. Continue reading...
Want to take a peek into a fascinating social custom from
the Victorian era? Calling cards (also called visiting cards
or visiting tickets) were all the rage in the 19th century and
represented an indispensable way to communicate.
The cards did much more than just announce
a visit, they relayed important social messages.
For example, a calling card with a folded corner,
or a card in a sealed envelope sent clear messages
that accompanied strict etiquette protocols.
By the early 1900s, calling cards fell out of fashion.
Today’s business cards are a leftover relic from
the calling card era.
Calling cards first became popular in Europe in the
18th century and were favored by royalty and nobility.
Their popularity spread across Europe and to the
United States and soon calling cards
became essential for the fashionable and wealthy.
Society homes often had a silver tray in the entrance hall
where guests left their cards. A tray full of cards
(with the most prominent cards on top) was a way to display social connections. Continue reading...
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WE ARE STILL HERE
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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
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FREE GENEALOGY HELP cold cases
RESEARCH HELP
PLEASE NOTE:
BECAUSE OF THE
COVID-19 VIRUS,
THE SAGINAW FAMILY HISTORY CENTER IS CLOSED TO EVERYONE
UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE...
BECAUSE OF THE
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.org
1-866-604-1830
The are open 24/7
OR SEND US A REQUEST ... HERE TO SGS FOR LOCAL RESEARCH.
CLICK THE BUTTON BELOW TO FILL OUT AN ONLINE FORM FOR:
ASK MISS BETTY
ONLINE HELP AT:
FamilySearch.org
1-866-604-1830
The are open 24/7
OR SEND US A REQUEST ... HERE TO SGS FOR LOCAL RESEARCH.
CLICK THE BUTTON BELOW TO FILL OUT AN ONLINE FORM FOR:
ASK MISS BETTY
THOUGHT OF THE DAY
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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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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!
ABOUT YOUR 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
Saginaw News Obituary Index
With over 200,00+ obituaries for you
to find. Click on the link below
http://obits.netsource-one.net/
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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.
STRANGE BUT TRUE
THE DEATH OF EDGAR ALLAN POE
On September 27, 1849, Edgar Allan Poe was supposed to travel from Richmond, Virginia, to Philadelphia. He was going to help a fellow writer edit some poetry ... but Poe never made it to the City of Brotherly Love. Instead, he somehow wound up in Baltimore, Maryland. Nobody knows how he got there or what was doing there, but when he was discovered
on October 3, the author was in serious trouble....
on October 3, the author was in serious trouble....
SO WHAT DID YOU SEE?
SO HOW OBSERVANT ARE YOU? DID YOU NOTICE ALL THE MUSHROOM PICTURES? YOU DID? SO HOW MANY DID YOU COUNT? ANSWER ON THE BOTTOM OF THE ASK MISS BETTY PAGE
THIS JUST IN...
SGS SURVEY
BECAUSE OF THE COVID-19 AND SOCIAL DISTANCING...
Q: WOULD YOU BE INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING IN A ZOOM MEETING FOR THE SGS MONTHLY MEETING?
A: nearly 79% of you said... YES!
BECAUSE OF THE COVID-19 AND SOCIAL DISTANCING...
Q: WOULD YOU BE INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING IN A ZOOM MEETING FOR THE SGS MONTHLY MEETING?
A: nearly 79% of you said... YES!
SURVEY QUESTIONNAIRE RESULTS
So far the 5 most requested items that we investigate and teach in our upcoming year would be :
1. Courthouse Records
2. Immigration Records
3. Organizing your research
4. DNA
5. Workshops about Ancestry.com
1. Courthouse Records
2. Immigration Records
3. Organizing your research
4. DNA
5. Workshops about Ancestry.com
FOOD AND FAMILY HISTORY
SEPTEMBER IS MUSHROOM MONTH!
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!
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!
AUTUMNS GOURMET FOREST...
By Tim Tebeau
By Tim Tebeau
Springtime isn't the only time to look for edible Michigan mushrooms. Check out this article on finding and preparing Michigan's Delectable Delicacies...wild edible mushrooms!!!
"I remember going 'shrooming' with Grandma, we would sometimes sneak onto the back greens of a local golf course and find the mushrooms Grandma was looking for, or near and old abandoned farm, but her favorite was in the woods...deep into the woods...and I can't even tell you where that was! 'Shrooming' was scary, exciting and fun...because Grandma made it that way!!"
Don't know where to go?.....LOOK IN THE GROCERY STORE!
"I remember going 'shrooming' with Grandma, we would sometimes sneak onto the back greens of a local golf course and find the mushrooms Grandma was looking for, or near and old abandoned farm, but her favorite was in the woods...deep into the woods...and I can't even tell you where that was! 'Shrooming' was scary, exciting and fun...because Grandma made it that way!!"
Don't know where to go?.....LOOK IN THE GROCERY STORE!
EDIBLE WILD MUSHROOMS
Safety & Wild Mushrooms
- All wild mushrooms must be thoroughly cooked before eating. Never sample a raw wild mushroom!
- If possible, enlist the help of an experienced forager when learning about wild mushrooms. Join a local affiliate of the North American Mycological Association (namyco.org/clubs.php), where you’ll learn from experts.
- Consult a reliable guidebook with photos, and ensure that all identification points listed match your specimens.
- When trying a new wild mushroom for the first time, eat just a small portion; some people react badly to mushrooms that others can eat with no problem.
- Some wild mushrooms don’t mix well with alcohol, and reactions differ from person to person.
- When in doubt, throw it out. Never, ever eat a wild mushroom unless you are 100% sure of its identity.
now what to do with all those mushrooms???
Depending on how old you are, once upon a time “gourmet” meant that you bought your white button mushrooms fresh, instead of in a can. Today, “gourmet” means that you don’t buy white button mushrooms at all. It’s all about wild. Wild mushrooms are one of the most exciting and versatile categories of food. They instantly turn a plain piece of meat or chicken, or a bare bowl of pasta, into a gourmet feast. But most people aren’t aware of how glorious the world of mushrooms is. Asian markets, farmers markets, online retailers and specialty grocers are ready to enrich your plate with a selection of mushrooms that bear little resemblance to the cute, though not too flavorful, fellow that has long been resident wrapped in plastic in your supermarket produce section.
Read more at:
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MICHIGAN GENEALOGICAL COUNCIL
NEWSLETTER
THIS JUST IN....
researching saginaw county And
WIKI (What I Know Is)
EVER WISH THAT YOU COULD FIND THAT MISSING PIECE TO YOUR RESEARCH PUZZLE?
FamilySearch has granted your wish. The WIKI is here to help!
What is the Wiki? A collaboration of ANYONE who has done research
and wants to store that gained information for others to use. A veritable goldmine of gained information. And guess what..ITS FREE TO USE!
FamilySearch has granted your wish. The WIKI is here to help!
What is the Wiki? A collaboration of ANYONE who has done research
and wants to store that gained information for others to use. A veritable goldmine of gained information. And guess what..ITS FREE TO USE!
WHATS NEW
AT THE GENEALOGICAL
LIBRARY IN LANSING?
AT THE GENEALOGICAL
LIBRARY IN LANSING?
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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.
SPOTLIGHT:
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FOR YOUR INFORMATION...
The largest handwritten
family tree in the world!
The Ganges River is a highly revered site by Hindus and an iconic, historical epicenter in India. As hundreds of thousands of people visit the Ganges each year, there is a dedicated group of priests, better known as pandits, working quietly behind the scenes. In small offices that line the river, they keep handwritten records of everyone who has visited the holy site. These documents function as historical and genealogical archives that even record births and deaths in each visiting family. With archives dating back 20 generations, it is the largest handwritten family tree in the world.
CLICK ON THE VIDEO ABOVE TO WATCH THE REST OF THE STORY
CLICK ON THE VIDEO ABOVE TO WATCH THE REST OF THE STORY
MILITARY HISTORY & NEWS
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Finding Ancestors' U.S. Military Records
in Newspapers
When family historians research their military ancestors, they often turn to government records. However, another great resource for family history research is military records in old newspapers.
America has always honored the men and women who served in the military, and newspapers have printed articles and military records from the American Revolutionary War to the present day.
Here are examples of some of the military records you can find by searching newspaper collections such as: GenealogyBank’s Historical Newspaper Archives.
Veterans’ Obituaries
Newspapers printed obituaries of the nation’s veterans.
America’s men and women left their everyday lives to respond to the call to serve. Often the details of their service were permanently recorded in their obituary.
Source: GenealogyBank.com
America has always honored the men and women who served in the military, and newspapers have printed articles and military records from the American Revolutionary War to the present day.
Here are examples of some of the military records you can find by searching newspaper collections such as: GenealogyBank’s Historical Newspaper Archives.
Veterans’ Obituaries
Newspapers printed obituaries of the nation’s veterans.
America’s men and women left their everyday lives to respond to the call to serve. Often the details of their service were permanently recorded in their obituary.
Source: GenealogyBank.com
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Genealogy Research Strategies
Ellis Island Records and Info
Hoyt Library - Local History/Genealogy
aMAZING STORIES
13 Facts About Saginaw, Michigan You Probably Didn’t Know
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.
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.
DID YOU KNOW?
NEWSBANK
NEWSBANK can be used for FREE with your public library card ID number. This website has newspapers to search for obituaries! CLICK ON THE TITLE ABOVE
NEWSBANK can be used for FREE with your public library card ID number. This website has newspapers to search for obituaries! CLICK ON THE TITLE ABOVE
INTERESTING STUFF
Meet the 18-year-old genealogy
wiz uniting long-lost relatives all
over the U.S.
It’s estimated more than 26 million people around the world have dug into their family histories with the help of at-home DNA kits. But finding your ancestors often requires much more than just submitting your DNA.
In this growing field of ancestry amateurs, we discovered an unlikely
pro and he’s only 18.
Michelle Miller reports.
CLICK ON THE SCREEN ABOVE TO START THE VIDEO
In this growing field of ancestry amateurs, we discovered an unlikely
pro and he’s only 18.
Michelle Miller reports.
CLICK ON THE SCREEN ABOVE TO START THE VIDEO
A NEW WEBSITE |
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Well, its really just a new name, and a BETTER website!
Changed it name but still a great teaching website!
The historyKEY.org is where you can learn to D.I.G.
What is D.I.G.?
DISCOVER how/where to search,
INDEX records so they are FREE for everyone.
GENEALOGY lessons and how to get started.
ITS FREE! ITS FUN! ITS FAST!
A LEARNING TOOL FOR YOUNG AND OLD AND EVERYONE IN BETWEEN!
TO GET STARTED CLICK ON THE KEY ABOVE
The historyKEY.org is where you can learn to D.I.G.
What is D.I.G.?
DISCOVER how/where to search,
INDEX records so they are FREE for everyone.
GENEALOGY lessons and how to get started.
ITS FREE! ITS FUN! ITS FAST!
A LEARNING TOOL FOR YOUNG AND OLD AND EVERYONE IN BETWEEN!
TO GET STARTED CLICK ON THE KEY ABOVE
Memories & Traditions
Creating Traditions That
Make Family Memories
by Cora Foley
Creating Traditions...
When you were young, family traditions probably seemed like something that happened naturally—and for you as a child, they probably did. Since you most likely were not involved in planning and carrying out these events year after year, the effort needed to create these traditions may not have been obvious to you. Usually, both effort and persistence are needed for new family traditions to take hold.
Just as families grow and change, so do traditions. Sometimes traditions evolve, and sometimes they are abandoned entirely to make way for something different. While change can be unsettling, do not be upset when a tradition evolves or ends. Every life event (a baby, a marriage, a new job, or a big move) presents opportunities for you to create new traditions as well as to enjoy exciting and precious family memories.
What Are Traditions, and Why Do I Need Them?
Traditions are a set of customs or rituals passed down from one generation to the next. They help shape a family’s legacy, while also instilling family values in its newest members, whether they be a baby or a spouse. Family traditions can also help solidify the bond between all family members, no matter the age or distance between them. If you document these family times with photos, videos, or written stories, the memories can be shared for generations, ensuring that your family legacy is always protected.
How Do I Create Traditions? (click button to read more)
Creating Traditions...
When you were young, family traditions probably seemed like something that happened naturally—and for you as a child, they probably did. Since you most likely were not involved in planning and carrying out these events year after year, the effort needed to create these traditions may not have been obvious to you. Usually, both effort and persistence are needed for new family traditions to take hold.
Just as families grow and change, so do traditions. Sometimes traditions evolve, and sometimes they are abandoned entirely to make way for something different. While change can be unsettling, do not be upset when a tradition evolves or ends. Every life event (a baby, a marriage, a new job, or a big move) presents opportunities for you to create new traditions as well as to enjoy exciting and precious family memories.
What Are Traditions, and Why Do I Need Them?
Traditions are a set of customs or rituals passed down from one generation to the next. They help shape a family’s legacy, while also instilling family values in its newest members, whether they be a baby or a spouse. Family traditions can also help solidify the bond between all family members, no matter the age or distance between them. If you document these family times with photos, videos, or written stories, the memories can be shared for generations, ensuring that your family legacy is always protected.
How Do I Create Traditions? (click button to read more)
SAVING THE BEST FOR LAUGH
