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This year is the 50th anniversary of the SGS! WE ARE CELEBRATING ALL
'FISCAL YEAR' LONG THAT IS...FROM JUNE 2021 TO MAY 2022 NOT A MEMBER? NO WORRIES, COME SEE WHAT WE DO FOR FREE! |
CONTACT USFOR MEMBER INFO: saggensoc@gmail.com
FOR WEBSITE INFO: sgsmi1971@gmail.com MAYTHIS MONTH WE WILL HEAR FROM:
Karen Reynolds and Nancy Pavlik ON INDEXING 101 A great time to go over the updated FamilySearch indexing website! bring your pen and paper and get ready to INDEX! |
REMEMBER TO VOTE * SGS BOARD MEMBERS
MAY IS VOTING MONTH!
IF YOU WISH TO CAST YOUR VOTE, PLEASE DO SO EITHER ONLINE OR THROUGH A MAILED IN BALLOT
TO VOTE ONLINE: Sign in with user name and password and go to MEMBERS and then to SGS ELECTIONS
A LIST OF ALL CONTENDERS AND WINNERS WILL BE LISTED IN MAY AND JUNE WHAT'S NEW PAGE
IF YOU WISH TO CAST YOUR VOTE, PLEASE DO SO EITHER ONLINE OR THROUGH A MAILED IN BALLOT
TO VOTE ONLINE: Sign in with user name and password and go to MEMBERS and then to SGS ELECTIONS
A LIST OF ALL CONTENDERS AND WINNERS WILL BE LISTED IN MAY AND JUNE WHAT'S NEW PAGE
SGS NEWSTHIS JUST IN...
here at SGS would like to take a moment to thank our Treasurer Kathy Landes. Kathy has been an absolute angel and has always done a great job, as our Treasurer. But she and her hubby have moved away and are living the dream as retirees and she was not able to continue with her position here. We want to take a moment and thank Kathy for all she did, and to wish her the very best in the future! You will be missed kiddo!!!
THE MONTH OF MAY, will hold for SGS members tons of fun and new beginnings; It will be the last of the gift-giveaways that we will hold in celebration of our 50th Anniversary year. If you want to receive a really cool SGS Genealogical gift, you MUST attend the ZOOM mtg!
ALSO IT IS THE MONTH ALL MEMBERS MUST VOTE! YOU MUST SIGN IN WITH USER NAME AND PASSWORD and Go to MEMBERS and then to SGS ELECTIONS. You only have the month of May to vote! MAY 1 - MAY 31 THE MONTH OF MAY...CELEBRATE!Mothers Dayclick on the carnation below to learn more
Mother’s Day is a holiday honoring motherhood that is observed in different forms throughout the world. In the United States, Mother’s Day 2022 will occur on :
Sunday, May 8 ANCESTRY
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MAY may seem like a little simple name, but its origin is actually fairly complex and interesting. Sit back and read up on this little word’s … big history.
What does May mean? The fifth month of the Gregorian calendar, May, is defined as “the fifth month of the year, containing 31 days.” Got it. But where did this name come from? The name for the month of May-- along with the rest of the months of the year—comes from Latin. We can thank the Romans, from emperors to popes, for instituting the modern calendar. May entered English in the 1050s. It developed from the Old English Maius, borrowed directly from the Latin Maius, short for Maius mēnsis, “Maia’s month.” But who is this Maia? The Greek goddess Maia was one of the Pleiades, the companions of Artemis, goddess of the hunt. This Maia was the mother of Hermes, the messenger of the Gods. But the Romans had yet another goddess named Maia, who just happened to share a name with the Greek goddess. The Greek goddess became conflated with the Roman Maia Majesta, a goddess of fertility and spring—appropriate for the growth and increase we see in the month of May. Want to dig a little deeper? The Greek name Maia comes from a root meaning “mother, nurse, midwife.” The Roman Maia appears to be related to magnus, meaning “great” and source of such words as magnify. May vs. may That there is a month, May, and an auxiliary verb, may, is a small linguistic coincidence, not a meaningful overlap. The verb may came from the Old English mæg, ultimately related to a Germanic root meaning “to be able, to be strong, to have power.” Fun fact: a native Old English name for the fifth month of the year was þrimilce. It literally meant “three milkings,” apparently because it was touted that the cows were so productive in ancient England that they could be milked three times per day. CLICK BELOW TO LEARN MORE MEETING RECAPLAST SGS MEETING IN: APRIL
SGS BOARD MEMBER RON ROGGOW HOSTED THE MEETING WITH SPEAKER TOM KOSELKA - who taught us all about the 1950 census and all the little quirks it currently holds until it is indexed. How does it get indexed? By VOLUNTEERS...LIKE ME AND YOU. WANT TO HELP INDEX? KEEP READING AND FIND THE HISTORY KEY! SGS CELEBRATES 50 YEARS!
Yes, you read it here. And we have answers for you... THIS IS WHAT WE CAN DO FOR YOU !
TO THE PUBLIC AND ON ZOOM! Next meeting is on MAY 10TH @ 6:30 PM est Not a member? PLEASE REGISTER NOW BELOW 
DO YOU KNOW WHAT THESE FLOWERS
HELP TO REMEMBER? ONE MEANING IS... In Newfoundland, Canada, there is a special celebration in honor of the Forget-me-nots. The flowers are worn on garments every July 1st in memory of all those who died during the First World War. RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESSTOOLS TO GET
YOU STARTED How can we most effectively build a kinder world?
This is our leading question and informs all that we do. Through Kindlab, our research hub, we explore the causes and consequences of kindness, and use our findings to build the tools that empower anyone, anywhere to choose kindness more often. To see the website and get started with performing small acts of kindness, click below. MICHIGAN GENEALOGICAL COUNCILSQUARE IS NOW READY!Pay your SGS membership or donate online in just a few clicks. SQUARE is EASY, SAFE and NO HASSLE! RENEWAL MONTH IS MAY!
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ANNOUNCEMENT!!THE SAGINAW FHC IS OPEN!
WED 6:30 - 8:30 PM SAT 10:00 - 2:00 PM PLEASE WEAR A MASK *FOR SPECIFIC HELP*
Please reserve a time, call the FHC Director at: 1-989-295-8605 ASK FOR KAREN TIMBERTOWN LOG
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AND HERE'S HOW IT WORKS....
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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.
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FOR THOSE THAT SEARCH
FREE SAGINAW OBITUARIES
We have over
200,00+ obituaries
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Transkribus is a comprehensive platform for the digitization, AI-powered text recognition, transcription and searching of historical documents –from any place, any time, and in any language.
Transkribus is a platform for the text recognition, image analysis and structure recognition of historical documents. In June 2020 it had more than 37,000 registered users.
The platform was created in the context of the two EU projects tranScriptorium and READ. It was developed by the University of Innsbruck. Wikipedia
Transkribus is a platform for the text recognition, image analysis and structure recognition of historical documents. In June 2020 it had more than 37,000 registered users.
The platform was created in the context of the two EU projects tranScriptorium and READ. It was developed by the University of Innsbruck. Wikipedia
Transkribus is not yet being used by FamilySearch, but we are told, soon, very soon. Check it out and see what you think. This product was mentioned in this months meeting.
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The website for all things pertaining to historical
documents and research for the state of Michigan.
documents and research for the state of Michigan.
DID YOU KNOW?
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* Ancestor documentation is vetted by our Society.
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* Ancestor documentation is vetted by our Society.
* Suitable for framing, or documentation of your ancestors who lived in Saginaw County along with their pedigree.
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HISTORY in our menu and then to PIONEERS,
or just click here on the link>> PIONEERS
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or just click here on the link>> PIONEERS
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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 DO I DO WITH ALL THOSE FAMILY
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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 history research discoveries!
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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 history research discoveries!
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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.
THOUGHT OF THE DAY
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...So give these a try!
May 16th, is National Barbecue Day
YOU MAY LIKE THESE RECIPES!
A barbecue is the same thing as a grill, but barbecuing is NOT the same thing as grilling! Barbecuing is cooking over indirect heat whereas grilling is over direct heat. However both cooking methods can use the same equipment.
DID YOU KNOW THAT EVERY DAY IN MAY
CAN BE A CELEBRATION...
...... OF FOOD?
May 1
National Chocolate Parfait Day
May 2
National Chocolate Truffle Day
May 3
National Raspberry Popover Day
National Raspberry Tart Day
National Chocolate Custard Day
May 4
National Candied Orange Peel Day
National Homebrew Day
National Hoagie Day
May 5
National Enchilada Day – Happy Cinco de Mayo!
May 6
National Crepe Suzette Day
May 7
National Roast Leg of Lamb Day
May 8
National Coconut Cream Pie Day
May 9
National Shrimp Day
May 10
National Liver and Onions Day
May 11
National “Eat What You Want” Day
May 12
National Nutty Fudge Day
May 13
National Apple Pie Day
National Fruit Cocktail Day
National Hummus Day
May 14
National Brioche Day
National Buttermilk Biscuit Day
May 15
National Chocolate Chip Day
May 16
National Barbecue Day
May 17
National Cherry Cobbler Day
May 18
National Cheese Souffle Day
I love Reese’s Day
May 19
National Devil’s Food Cake Day
May 20
National Quiche Lorraine Day
National Pick Strawberries Day
May 21
National Strawberries and Cream Day
May 22
National Vanilla Pudding Day
May 23
National Taffy Day
May 24
National Escargot Day
May 25
National Brown-Bag-It Day
National Wine Day
May 26
National Blueberry Cheesecake Day
National Cherry Dessert Day
May 27
National Italian Beef Day
National Grape Popsicle Day
May 28
National Brisket Day
May 29
National Biscuit Day
May 30
National Mint Julep Day
May 31
National Macaroon Day
CAN BE A CELEBRATION...
...... OF FOOD?
May 1
National Chocolate Parfait Day
May 2
National Chocolate Truffle Day
May 3
National Raspberry Popover Day
National Raspberry Tart Day
National Chocolate Custard Day
May 4
National Candied Orange Peel Day
National Homebrew Day
National Hoagie Day
May 5
National Enchilada Day – Happy Cinco de Mayo!
May 6
National Crepe Suzette Day
May 7
National Roast Leg of Lamb Day
May 8
National Coconut Cream Pie Day
May 9
National Shrimp Day
May 10
National Liver and Onions Day
May 11
National “Eat What You Want” Day
May 12
National Nutty Fudge Day
May 13
National Apple Pie Day
National Fruit Cocktail Day
National Hummus Day
May 14
National Brioche Day
National Buttermilk Biscuit Day
May 15
National Chocolate Chip Day
May 16
National Barbecue Day
May 17
National Cherry Cobbler Day
May 18
National Cheese Souffle Day
I love Reese’s Day
May 19
National Devil’s Food Cake Day
May 20
National Quiche Lorraine Day
National Pick Strawberries Day
May 21
National Strawberries and Cream Day
May 22
National Vanilla Pudding Day
May 23
National Taffy Day
May 24
National Escargot Day
May 25
National Brown-Bag-It Day
National Wine Day
May 26
National Blueberry Cheesecake Day
National Cherry Dessert Day
May 27
National Italian Beef Day
National Grape Popsicle Day
May 28
National Brisket Day
May 29
National Biscuit Day
May 30
National Mint Julep Day
May 31
National Macaroon Day
MY HERITAGE
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A search angel, (DNA or otherwise), is a person who volunteers his or her time and energy to help others find their family. They can be used by both an adoptee and a birth family. Most search angels have been through a search and family reunion themselves. There are two groups of Angels, one is Called SEARCH ANGELS, the other is called DNANGELS.
CLICK BELOW TO LEARN MORE
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THIS JUST IN....
WHAT'S IN THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES?
(AKA: 'NARA')
(AKA: 'NARA')
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)
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)
GENEALOGY PUNS
FOR YOUR INFORMATION
CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO SEE
THE LATEST WEEKLY EPISODE....
DID YOU KNOW...
?THINK YOU KNOW ABOUT CINCO DE MAYO?
CINCO DE MAYO IN MEXICO...
Within Mexico, Cinco de Mayo is primarily observed in the state of Puebla, where General Zaragoza’s unlikely victory occurred, although other parts of the country may also take part in the celebration.
Traditions include military parades, recreations of the Battle of Puebla and other festive events. For many Mexicans, however, May 5 is a day like any other: It is not a federal holiday, so offices, banks and stores remain open.
WANT TO KNOW WHAT REALLY HAPPENED?
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Within Mexico, Cinco de Mayo is primarily observed in the state of Puebla, where General Zaragoza’s unlikely victory occurred, although other parts of the country may also take part in the celebration.
Traditions include military parades, recreations of the Battle of Puebla and other festive events. For many Mexicans, however, May 5 is a day like any other: It is not a federal holiday, so offices, banks and stores remain open.
WANT TO KNOW WHAT REALLY HAPPENED?
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MILITARY HISTORY & NEWS
IN MAY WE REMEMBER...
Monday, May 30
Memorial Day 2022 in United States
Monday, May 30
Memorial Day 2022 in United States
Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for mourning the U.S. military personnel who have died while serving in the United States armed forces. It is observed on the last Monday of May. It was formerly observed on May 30 from 1868 to 1970.
As Memorial Day approaches, red poppies begin to make their annual appearance, especially pinned to people's lapels, tote bags or even hats. These colorful flowers, often made of fabric or crepe paper honor and memorialize fallen soldiers, as well as serving as a fundraiser to support our nation's war veterans. The red poppy officially became the national emblem of remembrance in 1920 – but the resilient little flower's roots run deep, all the way back to the battlefields of World War I, where they grew in the unlikeliest of places.
CLICK THE POPPIES BELOW TO SEE THE VIDEO
As Memorial Day approaches, red poppies begin to make their annual appearance, especially pinned to people's lapels, tote bags or even hats. These colorful flowers, often made of fabric or crepe paper honor and memorialize fallen soldiers, as well as serving as a fundraiser to support our nation's war veterans. The red poppy officially became the national emblem of remembrance in 1920 – but the resilient little flower's roots run deep, all the way back to the battlefields of World War I, where they grew in the unlikeliest of places.
CLICK THE POPPIES BELOW TO SEE THE VIDEO
MILITARY RECORDS
@ ANCESTRY.COM
CELEBRATE YOUR ANCESTORS
HONOR THE FALLEN SOLDIERS
“In Flanders Fields” by John McCrae
In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.
In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.
THE BOOK NOOK
HISTORICAL, GENEALOGICAL &
RESEARCH BOOKS
The Forbidden Schoolhouse: The True and Dramatic Story of Prudence Crandall and Her Students
“A captivating read.” --Kirkus Reviews
They threw rocks at the school windows. Villagers refused to sell Miss Crandall groceries or let her students attend the town church. Her schoolhouse was mysteriously set on fire. The town authorities dragged her to jail and put her on trial for breaking the law. Her crime? Trying to teach African American girls geography, history, reading, philosophy, and chemistry. Exciting and eye-opening, this account of the heroine of Canterbury, Connecticut, and her elegant white schoolhouse at the center of town will give readers a glimpse of what it is like to try to change the world when few agree with you.
They threw rocks at the school windows. Villagers refused to sell Miss Crandall groceries or let her students attend the town church. Her schoolhouse was mysteriously set on fire. The town authorities dragged her to jail and put her on trial for breaking the law. Her crime? Trying to teach African American girls geography, history, reading, philosophy, and chemistry. Exciting and eye-opening, this account of the heroine of Canterbury, Connecticut, and her elegant white schoolhouse at the center of town will give readers a glimpse of what it is like to try to change the world when few agree with you.
GOOD THINGS TO KNOW
WE HAD EVERYTHING BUT MONEY
By Deb Mulvey
So many textbooks are a dry series of graphs and charts with very little of interest to the everyday reader. This book, while not a textbook per se, teaches in a lively "You Are There" kind of way. The stories in this book, as well as others in this series, are taken from people who actually lived during these trying times. This is the way history and basic social studies should be taught; children (and adults!) would learn ten times as much and have fun doing it! The vintage photos that are scattered through the book are a very good collection, gleaned from the people whose stories are shared as well as old stock photos. This sort of book is one to be treasured, but one that rarely comes along. Reiman Publications has a series of these books on similar topics (the home front during WWII, motoring memories, women being the backbone of the family, etc.) Buy them ALL and keep them close to home. They will enrich your lives immeasurably!
TRADITONS AND GENEALOGY
Mothers Day traditions around the world
WHAT IS MOTHRS DAY?
Not a public holiday, but a legal national holiday observed on the second Sunday in May in the United States.
Mother's Day is celebrated across the world, in more than 50 countries, though not all countries celebrate it on the same day. Countries that celebrate Mother's Day on the second Sunday of May include Australia, Denmark, Finland, Italy, Switzerland, Turkey and Belgium. In Mexico and many parts of Latin America, Mother's Day is celebrated on May 10th of each year. In Thailand, it is celebrated on August 12th, the birthday of the current Queen.
Not a public holiday, but a legal national holiday observed on the second Sunday in May in the United States.
Mother's Day is celebrated across the world, in more than 50 countries, though not all countries celebrate it on the same day. Countries that celebrate Mother's Day on the second Sunday of May include Australia, Denmark, Finland, Italy, Switzerland, Turkey and Belgium. In Mexico and many parts of Latin America, Mother's Day is celebrated on May 10th of each year. In Thailand, it is celebrated on August 12th, the birthday of the current Queen.
THIS JUST IN
I HAVE A QUESTION...
about the 1950 census
about the 1950 census
How far has indexing the 1950 census been so far?
The graph above tells the story...
about 1/3 of the way done. So what can you do?
VOLUNTEER YOUR TIME!
It's kinda like housework, It's not going to get done without some elbow grease and time. And they could sure use your 'elbow grease and time'!
PLEASE VOLUNTEER!
The graph above tells the story...
about 1/3 of the way done. So what can you do?
VOLUNTEER YOUR TIME!
It's kinda like housework, It's not going to get done without some elbow grease and time. And they could sure use your 'elbow grease and time'!
PLEASE VOLUNTEER!
BACK IN THE DAY
HISTORY OF THE MONTH OF MAY
1962 : The first Kmart department store opens in Garden City, Michigan selling a range of Clothes, shoes, housewares, bedding, furniture, jewelry, beauty products, and electronics. Kmart went through a period of rapid expansion up to the early eighties but from the late 80's due to lack of investment in technology and increased competition from the growing Walmart and Target stores and change in customer tastes sales continued to decline. In 2005 following sales decline Kmart merged with Sears, Roebuck and Company.
WANT TO KNOW MORE MAY HISTORICAL EVENTS?
Just a few news items from each day in May click on the link for each day to find more news for that day.
CLICK BELOW TO CONNECT
WANT TO KNOW MORE MAY HISTORICAL EVENTS?
Just a few news items from each day in May click on the link for each day to find more news for that day.
CLICK BELOW TO CONNECT
SAVING THE BEST FOR LAUGH
INTERESTING STUFF
SGS PROPOSED BOARD
ALL SGS MEMBERS NEED TO VOTE
WHETHER ONLINE, THRU EMAIL, OR ON PAPER.
There are little bios of each board member when you click on the link below
WHETHER ONLINE, THRU EMAIL, OR ON PAPER.
There are little bios of each board member when you click on the link below
Debra Sheets
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Ron Roggow
VICE PRESIDENT |
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SECRETARY |
Lynn Evangelisti
TREASURER |
Click above to see the whole board, appointed members
and those running for office, AND THEIR STORIES.
and those running for office, AND THEIR STORIES.
INDEXING - LINK UPDATES
For those of you who saw the live May SGS meeting this is a reminder of the Rootstech indexing links. For those who were not able to attend, we will also add a link to the video INDEXING FOR EVERYONE below.
(Its only 9.37 minutes)
(Its only 9.37 minutes)
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.....
WHAT DID YOU SEE?
HOW OBSERVANT ARE YOU?
DID YOU NOTICE THE
one lady bug?
DID YOU NOTICE THE
one lady bug?
