SAGINAW
GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY
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Thomas Koselka on the 1950 Census THOMAS is a member of the ASSOCIATION OF PROFESSIONAL GENEALOGISTS and he is a board member of the MICHIGAN GENEALOGICAL COUNCIL |
SGS NEWSTHIS JUST IN...Delegate News
MEETING RECAPLAST SGS MEETING IN: MARCH
SGS CELEBRATES 50 YEARS!
Yes, you read it here. And we have answers for you...
TO THE PUBLIC AND ON ZOOM! Next meeting is on APRIL 12 @ 6:30 pm EST SIGN IN BEGINS AT 6PM EST Not a member? PLEASE REGISTER NOW BELOW RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESSOn February 17 let yourself be inspired by Random Acts of Kindness Day to bring joy to the people you come across. The day encourages people to do good deeds, and celebrate the pay it forward mentality. It also reminds us that doing something kind for someone else can have a big impact not only on their day, but also on ours - being kind to others makes us happier, and makes us realize we need to be kinder to ourselves too. An act of kindness doesn't have to be a big gesture either, sometimes
the smallest act can have the biggest impact. So, on Random Acts of Kindness Day, do kind things for others. It is easy, it is free, and it will put a smile on everyone’s face. For more info click below MICHIGAN GENEALOGICAL COUNCILSQUARE IS NOW READY!(click SQUARE icon below to pay)
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By providing a free guide that shows you exactly how we traced one branch of our family back to the 1780's. The guide shows you how to find billions of free -birth, death- marriage and census records. CELEBRATE YOUR ANCESTORS
Find tips, inspiration and over 100 sympathy card messages and examples to get ideas for writing your own heartfelt condolence note.
ANCESTRAL FINDINGS
A closer look at ORAL HISTORIES...Oral histories are a valuable genealogical resource. They give a unique perspective that only one person on the face of the earth could ever give, which is that of the person giving the history. They are historical treasures for so many reasons. This is what you need to know about the value of oral histories, where to find them, and how to do them yourself with your own relatives. Click below to learn more.
MICHIGAN LIBRARY CARDS
Are you a Michigan library card holder?
GET READY FOR SUMMER! Did you know that you can now access hundreds of Michigan’s state parks, historic sites, recreation areas and camp grounds for either FREE or discounted admission? You can even use it to visit any of the SEVEN NATIONAL PARK venues in THIS state of MICHIGAN! CLICK BELOW FOR MORE INFO SAGINAW PUBLIC LIBRARIESHOYT LIBRARY
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FOR THOSE THAT SEARCH
FREE SAGINAW OBITUARIES
We have over
200,00+ obituaries
for you to find.
Click on the link below:
http://obits.netsource-one.net/
200,00+ obituaries
for you to find.
Click on the link below:
http://obits.netsource-one.net/
GET ANSWERS: ASK MISS BETTY!
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Brick wall? Stumped?
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With the combined efforts of our members we try
to find you an answer for Saginaw County
Click above on the Miss Betty Icon. OR GO TO:
ASK MISS BETTY and fill out the form.
We don't charge for the help but we DO take donations.
to find you an answer for Saginaw County
Click above on the Miss Betty Icon. OR GO TO:
ASK MISS BETTY and fill out the form.
We don't charge for the help but we DO take donations.
SGS REMEMBRANCE FUND
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FOR GENEALOGICAL RESEARCH or PRESERVATION
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FOR GENEALOGICAL RESEARCH or PRESERVATION
The donation is then MADE IN YOUR NAME.
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE EMAIL TO: saggensoc@gmail.com
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MICHIGAN-STATE GENEALOGY
The website for all things pertaining to historical documents and research for the state of Michigan.
DID YOU KNOW?
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 BELOW TO SEE MORE
NEWSBANK
NEWSBANK
FREE HELPS
17 GREAT ALL FREE WEBSITES FOR GENEALOGY!
FIRST: CREATE A FREE ACCOUNT.
SECOND: MAKE SURE YOU HAVE LUNCH.
THERE IS SO MUCH HERE TO SEE AND DO HERE!
FIRST: CREATE A FREE ACCOUNT.
SECOND: MAKE SURE YOU HAVE LUNCH.
THERE IS SO MUCH HERE TO SEE AND DO HERE!
FREE GENEALOGY SITES
CLICK ON TITLE BELOW TO GO TO LINK
50 PLUS FREE Genealogy Sites
THE BEST DEAL AROUND!
50 PLUS FREE Genealogy Sites
THE BEST DEAL AROUND!
SGS PIONEER CERTIFICATES
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 documentation of your ancestors who lived in Saginaw County along with their pedigree.
* You will receive a handsome embossed certificate
* Ancestor documentation is vetted by our Society.
* Suitable for framing, or documentation of your ancestors who lived in Saginaw County along with their pedigree.
FOR MORE INFO GO TO:
HISTORY in our menu and then to PIONEERS,
or just click here on the link>> PIONEERS
HISTORY in our menu and then to PIONEERS,
or just click here on the link>> PIONEERS
CHECK OUT OUR Fb SITE
ITS A HOOT!
NEWS FOR RESEARCHERS!
You won't believe how many webinars there are here.
I was shocked, and I used to work for FamilySearch! This is an amazing treasure trove of information. Everything you ever wanted to know about using FamilySearch and SO MUCH more!
I was shocked, and I used to work for FamilySearch! This is an amazing treasure trove of information. Everything you ever wanted to know about using FamilySearch and SO MUCH more!
FAMILY HISTORY 101
WHAT TO DO WITH ALL THOSE PHOTOS?
LEARN TO USE FAMILYSEARCH MEMORIES!
THE PHOTOS IN FAMILY SEARCH WILL NEVER BE
CHARGED FOR STORAGE, NEVER BE DELETED AND
IT IS THE ONLY PLACE THAT IS SAFE FROM AN EMP!
(Electro Magnetic Pulse)
So take the time to sit down with your living relatives to record important family history TODAY, and maybe you’ll make some new family research discoveries!
NEED HELP?....LET US SHOW YOU HOW...
LEARN TO USE FAMILYSEARCH MEMORIES!
THE PHOTOS IN FAMILY SEARCH WILL NEVER BE
CHARGED FOR STORAGE, NEVER BE DELETED AND
IT IS THE ONLY PLACE THAT IS SAFE FROM AN EMP!
(Electro Magnetic Pulse)
So take the time to sit down with your living relatives to record important family history TODAY, and maybe you’ll make some new family research discoveries!
NEED HELP?....LET US SHOW YOU HOW...
OR YOU CAN CALL FOR ONLINE HELP AT:
FamilySearch
open 24 hrs./7 days a week
1-866-604-1830
24 hrs. a day / 7 days a week!
FamilySearch
open 24 hrs./7 days a week
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CENSUS NEWS!
Census Release
Nancy Battick, Special to the Fiddlehead Focus
Nancy Battick, Special to the Fiddlehead Focus
This year genealogists will have something extra to be thankful for! In April 2022, the 1950 U.S. Census will be released by the National Archives and Records Administration!!! HURRAY!
Many genealogists have been waiting for this for a while now as they trace their families through time. The 1950 census was taken post World War II and will begin recording the postwar baby boom. Many of us will show up enumerated for the first time making our debuts so to speak.
There are three parts to the 1950 census, the population census, the Indian Reservation Schedule of Natives living on reservations, and population forms for Canton, Johnston, Midway and Wake Islands. Included in the population census was the continental United States, the territories of Alaska, Hawaii, American Samoa, Guam, Panama Canal Zone, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. BUT THERE IS A PROBLEM
Unfortunately, it is unlikely that the release will be indexed.....
Many genealogists have been waiting for this for a while now as they trace their families through time. The 1950 census was taken post World War II and will begin recording the postwar baby boom. Many of us will show up enumerated for the first time making our debuts so to speak.
There are three parts to the 1950 census, the population census, the Indian Reservation Schedule of Natives living on reservations, and population forms for Canton, Johnston, Midway and Wake Islands. Included in the population census was the continental United States, the territories of Alaska, Hawaii, American Samoa, Guam, Panama Canal Zone, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. BUT THERE IS A PROBLEM
Unfortunately, it is unlikely that the release will be indexed.....
NEED HELP?
Where History holds the KEY! This is a free website that promotes self learning. If you want to start a Family Tree, begin research on Ancestry, or learn how to index records, then this is the place! And we keep track of all the Rootstech videos right here. Just click below.
SAVING THE BEST FOR LAUGH
THAT ELUSIVE ANCESTOR ON THE OTHER SIDE
FOOD AND FAMILY HISTORY
FOOD...it binds us together as a family, with memories of those who came before and cooked for all of us.
Need a new look at an old recipe...So give these a try!
Need a new look at an old recipe...So give these a try!
RECIPES FOR THE NEW YEAR
25 Easy Holiday Recipes We Adore
How do I know when it’s time to break out the holiday recipes? The air is chillier; the days are shorter, and all I want is to curl up by the fire and relax. This time of year is wonderful for many reasons, but holiday meals have to be at the very top!
How do I know when it’s time to break out the holiday recipes? The air is chillier; the days are shorter, and all I want is to curl up by the fire and relax. This time of year is wonderful for many reasons, but holiday meals have to be at the very top!
RECIPES FOR AFTER NEW YEARS
2022 is finally, finally here – it’s time for a fresh start! Forget the year that was with these healthier recipes: you’ll find fresh salads, low-cal casseroles, keto curries, better-for-you snacks and even mango cheesecakes in this list. I'M TRYING THEM AND SO FAR... IT'S PRETTY DARN GOOD!
WANT TO BE AN ANGEL?
CLICK BELOW TO LEARN MORE
THIS JUST IN....
WHAT'S IN THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES?
(AKA: 'NARA')
(AKA: 'NARA')
GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR SEARCH
Q: Can I start my family history research by typing a name in the search box?
A: SORRY. Our search box will NOT help you find information on a specific person. However, we have many tools and resources that can lead you to information about our holdings. Many of our records have been digitized and are made available by our Digitization Partners.
SO WHAT IS REALLY HERE?
The NARA is a GIGANTIC INFORMATION CENTER. Where you can search anything about MILITARY groups, CENSUS info, IMMIGRATION and NATURALIZATION records. Check out the video below. I LEARNED ALOT.
(click below to download to your PC, or open directly from the link at the bottom of your PC)
Q: Can I start my family history research by typing a name in the search box?
A: SORRY. Our search box will NOT help you find information on a specific person. However, we have many tools and resources that can lead you to information about our holdings. Many of our records have been digitized and are made available by our Digitization Partners.
SO WHAT IS REALLY HERE?
The NARA is a GIGANTIC INFORMATION CENTER. Where you can search anything about MILITARY groups, CENSUS info, IMMIGRATION and NATURALIZATION records. Check out the video below. I LEARNED ALOT.
(click below to download to your PC, or open directly from the link at the bottom of your PC)
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THE LATEST WEEKLY EPISODE....
DID YOU KNOW...
PRESIDENTS DAY ALWAYS CELEBRATES GEORGE WASHINGTON....
Discover how America’s first President came to be, and just how much of an impact he had on the development of the United States. You will learn about Washington’s childhood, his time in the military, his politics, how he came to be the first President, what his personal life was like, and so much more! As you’ll soon find out, George Washington was a fascinating man whose impact is still felt today!
MILITARY HISTORY & NEWS
UNCLE SAM ISNT LOOKING FOR EVERYONE
I never hear military members complain about the 99.5% of the population that does not serve in the military. Why is that? I sometimes hear them complain about an aging fleet or back-to-back deployments or diminishing benefits or my persistent desire to go out to dinner. Yet I never hear people in the military wish that everyone else would serve.
That puzzles me. Because that "less than one percent" number gets trotted out every time someone mentions Joining Forces. I hear "less than one percent" and feel guilty about dodging the recruiter at the mall. I hear "less than one percent" and feel compelled to bake a pie for some nice Marine. I don't bake the pie, but I feel like I should.
I am such a slacker. I know if it were my job to deploy all the time and wear that scratchy uniform and occasionally meet people who might shoot at me, I would be adamant about spreading that experience to the rest of the population.
So why don't our military folks insist on universal military service? WELL....CLICK BELOW TO LEARN MORE!
That puzzles me. Because that "less than one percent" number gets trotted out every time someone mentions Joining Forces. I hear "less than one percent" and feel guilty about dodging the recruiter at the mall. I hear "less than one percent" and feel compelled to bake a pie for some nice Marine. I don't bake the pie, but I feel like I should.
I am such a slacker. I know if it were my job to deploy all the time and wear that scratchy uniform and occasionally meet people who might shoot at me, I would be adamant about spreading that experience to the rest of the population.
So why don't our military folks insist on universal military service? WELL....CLICK BELOW TO LEARN MORE!
MILITARY RECORDS
AT ANCESTRY.COM
BUT SOME STATES ALSO CELEBRATE ABRAHAM LINCOLN'S BIRTHDAY
IN MANY PLACES ABRAHAM LINCOLN IS ALSO CELEBRATED ON PRESIDENTS DAY TOO
President Abraham Lincoln is remembered as the United State’s 16th President whose life was cut tragically short by assassination in 1865. Throughout his career, Lincoln made a name for himself as a man who used his political prowess and passion for social change to keep the Union from dismantling during a time that the country was divided by the Civil War, all while catalyzing the emancipation of slaves.
Lincoln’s legacy paved the way for progressive movements such as the Women’s Rights movement and the Civil Rights Movement. In a time where the topic of “politics” is often met with a furrowed brow and latent mistrust, Lincoln remains a figure in American history that encompassed honesty, integrity and strength for our nation.
Lincoln’s life and story has been immortalized in various texts, books and movies. However, there are some anecdotes and stories about the 16th President of the United States that don’t appear in textbooks or on-screen.
From his early days as a wrestler, to a serendipitous encounter with the brother of John Wilkes Booth’s brother, and even dabbling with the occult (no, Lincoln was not a vampire hunter), here are the top strange facts about Abraham Lincoln.
Lincoln’s legacy paved the way for progressive movements such as the Women’s Rights movement and the Civil Rights Movement. In a time where the topic of “politics” is often met with a furrowed brow and latent mistrust, Lincoln remains a figure in American history that encompassed honesty, integrity and strength for our nation.
Lincoln’s life and story has been immortalized in various texts, books and movies. However, there are some anecdotes and stories about the 16th President of the United States that don’t appear in textbooks or on-screen.
From his early days as a wrestler, to a serendipitous encounter with the brother of John Wilkes Booth’s brother, and even dabbling with the occult (no, Lincoln was not a vampire hunter), here are the top strange facts about Abraham Lincoln.
THE BOOK NOOK
HISTORICAL, GENEALOGICAL & RESEARCH BOOKS
ENGLISH, IRISH, SCOTCH AND WELSH
From acclaimed author, Nathan Dylan Goodwin comes this exciting new genealogical crime mystery, featuring the redoubtable forensic genealogist, Morton Farrier. When Morton is called upon by Ray Mercer to investigate the 1911 disappearance of his great aunt, a housemaid working in a large Edwardian country house, he has no idea of the perilous journey into the past that he is about to make. Morton must use his not inconsiderable genealogical skills to solve the mystery of Mary Mercer’s disappearance, in the face of the dangers posed by those others who are determined to end his investigation at any cost. This is the second book in the Morton Farrier genealogical crime mystery series, although it can be enjoyed as a stand-alone story.
GOOD THINGS TO KNOW
Do you ever wonder what to say after someone passes away? Whether it's the mother of a close friend, the spouse of a coworker, a friend's sister, or someone's father, the right words are often hard to find. Don't let fear keep you from sending a comforting message. It's important to take the time to write something to show you care.
If you've ever felt at a loss for words following someone's passing, you're not alone. You know that the family and close friends of the deceased are hurting, and no matter what you say, that pain won't go away. However, also know that expressing our condolences is the right thing to do, and it needs to have comforting words that show your heartfelt sympathy.
If you've ever felt at a loss for words following someone's passing, you're not alone. You know that the family and close friends of the deceased are hurting, and no matter what you say, that pain won't go away. However, also know that expressing our condolences is the right thing to do, and it needs to have comforting words that show your heartfelt sympathy.
TRADITONS AND GENEALOGY
VALENTINES DAY CELEBRATIONS AND CUSTOMS AROUND THE WORLD
A long time ago Valentine's Day used to be a Christian celebration, that was started as early as 496 AD to commemorate a martyr, later declared a saint called, you guessed it, Valentinus. How exactly this love day came to be as we know it today is not exactly clear, but we don't really care about the hows and whys and are happy to munch on heart-shaped chocolates on February the 14th each year.
Since this is a reasonably old celebration that has spread all over the world, each of the countries celebrating it has adapted the concept according to their cultures and mentality. If most of us associate Valentine's Day traditions with roses, chocolates and love letters, then in Wales, it's all about intricately carved wooden spoons and pampering your husbands in Japan. Not only traditions vary though, but the dates also. If we are accustomed to February the 14th, then other countries have their own idea on when should the love day be celebrated.
CLICK down below to check more of the weird traditions and Valentine's day facts from all over the world. Illustrated by a talented artist Maria Muravski, the trivia is not only interesting but also beautiful.
Since this is a reasonably old celebration that has spread all over the world, each of the countries celebrating it has adapted the concept according to their cultures and mentality. If most of us associate Valentine's Day traditions with roses, chocolates and love letters, then in Wales, it's all about intricately carved wooden spoons and pampering your husbands in Japan. Not only traditions vary though, but the dates also. If we are accustomed to February the 14th, then other countries have their own idea on when should the love day be celebrated.
CLICK down below to check more of the weird traditions and Valentine's day facts from all over the world. Illustrated by a talented artist Maria Muravski, the trivia is not only interesting but also beautiful.
THIS JUST IN
CONGRESSIONAL CEMETERIES
Public interest in cemetery visitation reached new levels in the mid-nineteenth century. As Cathleen Breitkreutz notes in her developmental history of 'Congressional Cemetery', this increased attention can largely be attributed to the rural cemetery movement in America. The movement transformed cemeteries into destinations for those wishing to escape the city and enjoy nature and monuments in a cemetery setting.
Cemeteries such as Mount Auburn outside of Boston and Laurel Hill Cemetery in Philadelphia were specifically designed with this purpose in mind. Although Congressional was formed well before the movement began, it still benefitted from the new perceptions of cemeteries that evolved during this period.
Instead of being viewed solely as final resting places, cemeteries such as Congressional earned mention in tourist guidebooks and became gathering places for weekend outings.
Cemeteries such as Mount Auburn outside of Boston and Laurel Hill Cemetery in Philadelphia were specifically designed with this purpose in mind. Although Congressional was formed well before the movement began, it still benefitted from the new perceptions of cemeteries that evolved during this period.
Instead of being viewed solely as final resting places, cemeteries such as Congressional earned mention in tourist guidebooks and became gathering places for weekend outings.
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The CCC in Michigan
On 2 May 1933, two hundred young men from Detroit and Hamtramck arrived at an isolated spot in the Hiawatha National Forest, west of Sault Ste. Marie. They set up tents and dubbed the area Camp Raco. Designated Company 667, the Detroiters had been outfitted, inoculated and briefly oriented at Camp Custer in Battle Creek before being shipped to the Upper Peninsula. Within months there were forty-one similar camps across northern Michigan housing nearly eight thousand young men. The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) had come to Michigan. The Civilian Conservation Corps was President Franklin Roosevelt's personal creation. As governor of New York, he had introduced a broad reforestation scheme using ten thousand men who were on public relief to plant trees in 1932. In his July 1932 Democratic Party presidential nomination acceptance speech, he had proposed employing a million men in forest work across the nation. CLICK BELOW TO READ MORE ABOUT IT
THOUGHT OF THE DAY
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HOW TO WRITE AN OBITUARY
AS THE FAMILY HISTORIAN, or simply as a mortal human, you may find yourself presented with the difficult task of writing an obituary for a family member who has recently passed. If you are a genealogist, you know how valuable obituaries can be. They often contain far more detail than any other death record, sometimes providing information about the deceased person’s life that you would never learn from any other source. You can search through MyHeritage’s 102 newspaper collections to discover some fascinating obituaries from the U.S., Canada, and around the world. But how do you summarize an entire life in a few paragraphs? How do you write something that will honor the memory of your loved one and help others honor that memory? First things first:
WHAT DID YOU SEE?
SO HOW OBSERVANT ARE YOU?
DID YOU NOTICE THE
THE SINGLE UMBRELLAS?
DID YOU NOTICE THE
THE SINGLE UMBRELLAS?
