Orphan Photos #66 & #67

These are photos of Elvira Reed Kyner, taken in Pennsylvania.

My Revolutionary War Patriots

In honor of Independence Day, I thought I’d write a post about my ancestors who are Revolutionary War patriots.

Friday Finds – 07/02/10

Weekly column sharing genealogy-related things that I’ve learned or found.

Orphan Photo #65

This is a photo of Rosamund Hall, who attended Smith College (Northampton, Massachusetts) in 1901.  Despite the name, I wasn’t able to find a conclusive match for her.  It’s hard to say where she was in 1900, although Massachusetts would be a strong possibility.  Additionally, […]

Friday Finds – 06/25/10

Weekly column sharing genealogy-related things that I’ve learned or found.

Genealogy As a Profession? I Need Some Advice!

For this month’s ProGen Study Group assignment, we are to design our business plan.  Since starting this study group several months ago, I’ve been trying to figure out what exactly I want to be “when I grow up.”  I have lots of ideas rolling around […]

Questions About Guardianship & Custody of Minors

It’s my understanding that a guardian is a person appointed to act on behalf of a minor child (or incompetent adult) during the probate process.  My questions revolve around minors who have lost both parents, and what happens to them.  Let me set the stage…

Orphan Photo #64

You’d be surprised how many Hallie Wrights are enumerated in the censuses.  Without a location, it’s pretty hard to figure out who she is.  If you believe she belongs in your family tree and you’d like the photo, please contact me.