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FHIG (Genealogy) eNewsletter July 2014
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Welcome to the July newsletter for the Family History Interest Group (FHIG) at Bernards Township Library. Here you'll find information about upcoming and past FHIG meetings, news and notes about related topics, and ideas and encouragement for your own genealogy searches.
We've had a wonderful variety of programs in the first half of 2014. Plan to come to the July 22 meeting and as many as possible that follow. You'll learn some new tips and resources and we'll all enjoy meeting you!
You say you don't have ancestors from whatever part of the world we're considering that month? Try coming anyway - there are universal themes and techniques and you may hear just the thing to inspire you further. Looking forward to seeing you soon! Ruth L |
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Next FHIG Meeting - Tuesday, July 22
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The German Experience in Newark, NJ: Tracing Your German Ancestor Back to the Homeland with Tom Peters, professional genealogist German ancestors left many records of their existence during their lifetimes, but we may need pointers to find these records. Tom will discuss what Newark was like when they arrived, their occupations and where they worked and worshipped, and what they did for enjoyment. He'll give background on their institutions and cemeteries, all of which helps us to chronicle their life experiences as reflected in the records and from our oral traditions. We seek information on their journey to America and their village of birth so that we can continue the quest for additional historical background on our origins. Tom will provide the knowledge to find the American records that originated in Newark, and assures me he can almost guarantee your success. The methodology that Tom applies to Newark Germans can be used by you to successfully trace any other immigrant ancestor, so come and learn the process! Interested in a preview? Here is the handout for Tom's talk.
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About Tom Peters Professional genealogist Thomas A. Peters has specialized in Slovak, Carpatho-Rusyn & German ancestral research. He has taught Immigrant Ancestry courses in adult education systems and community colleges, and has been a volunteer librarian for the North Caldwell, N.J., LDS Family History Library for the past 25 years. Tom delights in sharing his research experience, knowledge and techniques with anyone wishing to learn more about this exciting hobby!
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Group and Meeting Specifics
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The Family History Interest Group (FHIG) meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month except December from 7:00 to 8:30 pm in the Program Room on the lower level at Bernards Township Library.
Coffee (and cookies or snacks if participants bring them!) is served at 6:30 pm and participants are invited to socialize. Our coffee and tea arrangements are $elf $upporting -- If you enjoy a cup please consider dropping a quarter or two in the basket provided.
FHIG meetings are FREE and all are welcome, whether they have been previously involved in family history research or not. No prior experience in tracing genealogical roots is necessary. The Group provides opportunities for those interested in family history and genealogy to share information and experiences and be more successful in their search. For more information please call the Library at 908.204.3031, ext.4 or email RLufkin@Bernards.org
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Special Appreciation to Those . . .
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. . . who bring along cookies or other goodies to share and those who assist in setting up and clearing away at our meetings. Stephanie is very frequently in the kitchen, and I always smile to see others as well. Your contribution at that time is particularly helpful as it allows me to wrap things up with the presenter and/or other participants and not face the cleanup alone afterwards, and IS noticed and valued, even when I don't say Thank You in person or in public. We relax and enjoy learning with new and old friends with something to nibble on and our coffee or tea. |
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From the June Meeting and more . . .
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Our visit with Joe Buggy, author of Finding Your Irish Ancestors in New York City was made possible by the generous support of many FHIG and MAGS members. Special thanks to Barb, Bill, Dave, Dick, Gerri & Gerry, Ginny, James, Jim (2 of you!), John, Kate, Ken, Kevin, Linda, Linnea, Martha (2 of you!), Marty, Mary Beth, Robert, Ruth and Stephanie for making that wonderful evening possible.Here is Joe's handout if you missed it at the meeting.
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Join us at any and all of these FHIG meetings: August 26 - Melissa Johnson on Introduction to British Genealogy Research September 23 - TBD (To Be Decided) October 28 - Dave Marr on Nuggets are Often Hidden in Probate Records November 25 - TBD
No FHIG meeting in December!
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Dave Marr told me recently about finding access to digitized historical newspapers at the Library of Congress:On-line, word-searchable newspapers can be found at: http://chroniclingamerica.loc.gov/The 3 that he was most excited to find are: 1) The Evening World, New York, NY (1887-1922) 2) The New York Tribune, New York, NY (1866-1924) 3) The Sun, New York, NY (1833-1920) He noted that the Tribune & the Sun appear **twice** in the list of newspaper titles; the multiple entries are for different periods of years. Check the detailed list of titles for the starting & ending dates. You can Search America's historic newspaper pages from 1836-1922 or use the U.S. Newspaper Directory to find information about American newspapers published between 1690-present. Chronicling America is sponsored jointly by the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Library of Congress. There are a very large number of papers identified on this site (not all accessible directly, but the index will tell you how they can be located). Perhaps some newspaper content that will be of value to you is there too!
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