Category Archives: public records

Dating Old Photos: Civil War Uniforms {50 Uniforms in 10 Minutes}

Posted on June 4, 2021 by Blog Admin

Dating Old Photos: Civil War Uniforms {50 Uniforms in 10 Minutes} Continue reading →

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1890 U. S. Census: Up in Smoke, Doused in Water

Posted on May 3, 2021 by Blog Admin

Let’s visit the U. S. Census again; this time the tragic story of the 1890 census. Continue reading →

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Preserving Pioneer History: Cemeteries in Nebraska

Posted on April 29, 2021 by Blog Admin

We have a big problem in Nebraska with our old pioneer cemeteries. Farming continues to encroach on abandoned cemeteries and when those cemeteries are on private property farmers will often destroy the cemeteries. Our cemeteries are protected under state laws, … Continue reading →

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United States Census: 1790 History and Instructions

Posted on March 23, 2021 by Blog Admin

Census records are so important to your research. Learn the history behind the first U. S. Population Census of 1790. Continue reading →

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Family Tree for Beginners: “Dummies” if you prefer…7 Free books to help you get started

Posted on February 19, 2021 by Blog Admin

Great News! You decided to start working on your family tree! Now what!? Family tree research can be a bit overwhelming. Continue reading →

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RootsTech 2021 – Free Online! February 25-27, 2021

Posted on February 18, 2021 by Blog Admin

Tens of thousands of people attend RootsTech every year and this year you can to! Continue reading →

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Tracing African-American Enslaved Peoples & Families: 10 Free books to get you started

Posted on February 6, 2021 by Blog Admin

Tracing African-American enslaved people in your family tree can be more difficult at times. Here is a Free book list of helpful resources from the Internet Archive. Continue reading →

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What is “Reclaim The Records”?….and why you need to follow them.

Posted on November 16, 2020 by Blog Admin

What is Reclaim The Records?…and why you need to follow them. Continue reading →

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Nebraska Death Index (1904 – 1968) is now FREE Online!

Posted on October 31, 2020 by Blog Admin

The Nebraska Death Index (1904 -1968) is now available FREE and online thanks to the efforts of one of my favorite groups – Reclaim the Records! Continue reading →

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Treasure Trove of FREE Records: InternetArchive.org

Posted on September 17, 2020 by Blog Admin

InternetArchive.org – Treasure Trove of Free Information! Continue reading →

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