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Copyright © 2011 by the San Angelo Genealogical and Historical Society, Inc. No material may be reproduced in any form without written permission.
BY MARY LEE LENERTZ
It is a pleasure to announce that the speaker for the September meeting will be Barbara Barton who has been a teacher at Central High School, Edison Jr. High, Christoval, and ASU. She is also the author of many regional history books such as Ruckus Along the River; Head ‘em Up, Move ‘em Out; Den of Outlaws; Saber, Shield and Spurs and Pistol Packin’ Preachers to name a few.Through extensive research, Barbara has been able to write the stories of Nora Locklin and Margaret Barton who were the aunts of Barbara and her husband, Lewis. Since Barbara and Lewis were both teachers, they give credit for their career choices to
these ladies who were teachers in the early 1900’s.Barton will present the very interesting life stories of the Two Feisty Schoolmarms as well as the couple’s own education paths at the regular monthly meeting of the San Angelo Genealogical and Historical Society at 7:00 p.m. on September 6, 2011 in the Trinity Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall at 3536 YMCA Drive.Historians and genealogists alike wi l l learn in teres t ing and invaluable information from this program. The public is invited to attend and there is no charge. For more information call (325) 942-5741 or (325) 944-8403 or email [email protected] or v i s i t o u r w e b s i t e a t www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~txsaghs/ .
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z SPEAKER SERIES zBarbara Barton
Former CHS Teacher and Author
“TWO FEISTY SCHOOLMARMS”
Genealogy Fair, August 30See page 8 for more details!Speaker Series, Barbara
......................................Barton 1........2011-2012 Speaker Series 2
Share Your Ancestor’s ........................Civil War Story 3
.....................Ongoing Projects 3 ............Meeting Refreshments 3
.......New Members & Updates 4 ...............September Calendar 4
...................Board of Directors 4...............New Board Member! 4
............................Forum News 5.........Master Genealogy Class 5
New Tom Green County .........Marriage Book Released 5
Pioneer Certificate Program ...Expanded to All 13 Counties 6
Susan Ball Named TSGS .......District 15 Representative 6
TSGS Conference Slated .....November 3 - 5 in Houston 6
.....................CSI Meets Roots! 6 2011 - 2012 Calendar
..........................of Events InsertFall Workshop Slated
.........................October 8 Insert Saturday Genealogy Classes
................Slated September 10 7 Genealogy Fair Features
......................Over 35 Exhibits 8 .................From the President 8
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SPEAKERSERIES
2011-2012
SEP 6“Two Feisty
Schoolmarms”BarbaraBarton
OCT 4“The Real
Lonesome Dove”Conrad
McClure
NOV 1Mini-Seminar
Richard L. Hooverson6:00 p.m. to
8:30 p.m.
DEC 6Christmas Party & Fundraising Event
Plus: Member Speakers
2 0 1 1 - 2 0 1 2 S p e a k e r S e r i e sMary Lee Lenertz, Vice-President and Program Director, has announced participants in the 2011-2012 Speaker Series. The slate of speakers will provide an exciting selection of genealogical and historical presentations for the membership of the San Angelo Genealogical and Historical Society.
October sees Conrad McClure, historian and re-enactor, presenting “The Real Lonesome Dove.” In this fascinating presentation, McClure shares tales of Charles Goodnight and Oliver Loving who blazed the Goodnight/Loving Trail.
The Society is bringing noted genealogical speaker Richard L. Hooverson to San Angelo in November for a third performance! In a free mini-seminar, Hooverson wil l give two presentations, “Today I’ve Got to Get Organized; Doing It Correctly the First Time,” and “Settlement of the Middle Borders” which covers the opening of the “Middle Border” (OH, IN, IL, MI, WI, MN, IA) and later routes to the South.This meeting will start at 6:00 p.m. and last until about 8:30 p.m.
Following the popular program of last December, the Christmas meeting features a Christmas Party, member speakers, and a Fundraising Event to benefit the Speakers Fund.
In January, professional genealogist Teri Flack presents “Finding Your Ancestors in the Republic of Texas.”
February brings society favorite Suzanne Campbell speaking on “Old Homes of San Angelo.”
Civil War history is featured in March with historian and re-enactor Kenneth Phipps of the Sons of Confederate Veterans presenting “The Bonnie Blue Flag.”
April brings another free mini-seminar featuring husband and wife professional genealogists John and Barbara Wyley. John will present “A Systematic Approach to Evidence;” Barbara’s topic will be “Was Your Mother a Relict? What Do Those Old Words Mean?” This meeting will start at 6:00 p.m. and last until about 8:30 p.m.
In May, John Peirce, PhD, professor of history at ASU, will present a historical topic to be announced.
November, January, and Apri l feature professional genealogy speakers brought to you by the Speakers Fund.
This fascinating speaker series provides something for everyone. Plan to attend each one and bring a friend - the public is welcome to attend.
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Share Your Ancestor’s Civil War Story
Rown Downie, Stalkin’ Kin editor, encourages all SAGHS members to write an article for the Stalkin’ Kin. Family articles are not limited to the Concho Valley or even Texas - any location is suitable. Submission deadline for the November issue of Stalkin’ Kin is September 27. Ron has received several articles already, but there’s room for more. As Volume 39 commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, Ron especially encourages members to write about their civil war ancestors. Possibilities include a brief biography, battles fought by your ancestor, or life on the home front.All submissions must be in either in WordPerfect or Microsoft Word. For more information and format requirements, contact Ron Downie at [email protected] . Send submissions to the same e-mail address.
Ongoing ProjectsSan Angelo Standard-Times Obituary Project - abstracting 1950s obituaries from microfilm of the Standard Times. This project is available for adoption - see Susan Ball for more details. Susan will manage this project in the interim.FMI: phone 942-5741; [email protected]
Meeting RefreshmentsTo kick off the 2011-2012 SAGHS year, Martha Dolliver, Hospitality Coordinator asks that everyone bring refreshments for the first meeting. As a reminder of how our refreshment schedule works, everyone brings refreshments in September (our kick-off meeting), for our Christmas party in December, and at the last meeting in May. Each of the remaining meetings will have a “meeting hospitality committee” of 8 to 10 persons (6 hospitality committees in all). One person is a meeting coordinator that sets-up, cleans-up, and calls the others to remind them to bring food. The other committee members for that month each bring enough refreshments to serve snacks for 12 or so people. We have enough members that everyone can serve only once on a “meeting hospitality committee.”A sign-up sheet will be available at the first meeting. Please plan to help out - it’s going to take all of us to make this work!If you can help with set-up and/or clean-up at our first meeting on Tuesday, September 6, please call Martha Dolliver at 896-2385 or 234-2001 or e-mail [email protected] to volunteer. You will bless her greatly by helping out!
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JAN 3“Finding Your
Ancestors in the Republic of Texas”
Teri Flack
FEB 7“Old Homes of
San Angelo”SuzanneCampbell
MARCH 6“The Bonnie Blue
Flag”KennethPhipps
APR 3Mini-Seminar
John & Barbara Wyley
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
MAY 1Topic to be Announced
JasonPierce
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4 September CalendarThe Research Forum meets at the West Texas Collection on September 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. See article page 5.Beginning and Intermediate Genealogy Classes meet September 10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. See insert for more information and registration form.The 3rd Monday Genealogy Luncheon meets at McGowan’s at the Rio Concho High Rise on September 19, 11:30 a.m., for a lively genealogy-centered discussion! See article page 5.The Master Genealogy Class meets 6:30 p.m., September 19 at 6001 Melrose Avenue. See article page 5.The Records Abstraction Forum meets at the West Texas Collection on Wednesday, September 21 at 2:00 p.m. See article page 5 Permian Basin Genealogical Society Fall Workshop 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturday, September 24. See article page 6.The Board of Directors meets 6:30 p.m., September 27 at 6001 Melrose Avenue.For more information on calendared events, call 9 4 2 - 5 7 4 1 o r 9 4 4 - 8 4 0 3 , o r e m a i l [email protected] .
Board of DirectorsPresident: Susan E. BallVice-President: Mary Lee LenertzRecording Secretary: Patsy MusickCorresponding Secretary: Pat ArnoldTreasurer: Christine ScottPublicity Director: Joanna Jones-SturgillHistorian: Flo KnightEditor, Stalkin’ Kin: Ron DownieWebmaster: Ron DownieDirectors: Connie Fletcher, Peg Gordon, Lisa Mahler, Carolyn McGaughey, & Betty Varner
New Board Member!Lisa Mahler has accepted the vacant Director-at-Large position left by Marie Russell. Lisa brings to the Board an abundance of experience in managing non-profit organizat ions and fundraising. Welcome, Lisa!
New Members & Updates*............................Credell, Londa 949-8206
8156 Country Club [email protected]
.................Denman, Erica & Tim 949-84801709 Weston Road [email protected]
.............................Gonzales, Toni 651-20354281 Blumentritt Road [email protected]
...................................Gray, Joyce 650-2507598 Lindell Avenue, Mertzon [email protected]
................................Jenkins, Jana 944-24625243 Westway Drive [email protected]
.........Leman, Mary Ann & Chris 356-3366P. O. Box 233, Paint Rock [email protected]
..........Lovelace, Thereassa (Tess) 450-48552808 Waco [email protected]
....................Mahler, Lisa Dennis 651-0769P. O. Box 62313 [email protected]
....................Mears, Edward (336) 831-5916P. O. 536, Menard [email protected], Ellen5307 Meadow Drive 76903
......................Morrison, Dorothy 653-98955213 Meadow Drive [email protected]
...........................Schmickle, Judy 655-4454522 E. 46th Street [email protected], Tommie (update)[email protected]
................Stringer, Sherry &Don 944-73183205 Ridgecrest [email protected], Eva Maurine413 Hill Ct., Hurst 76053*Since March 2010Current SAGHS Paid Membership: 110SAGHS Unpaid Members from 2010-11: 31
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5Forum News
Guests and visitors are welcome at all forums! For more information on any of the forums, call Susan Ball at 942-5741 or e-mail [email protected].
The Research Forum meets the second Tuesday of each month, September through April, when ASU is open. The Research Forum provides hands-on research experience in a collaborative atmosphere using resources at the West Texas Collection. SAGHS members will be available to help locate records and suggest avenues of research.
The 3rd Monday Genealogy Luncheon is a focal point for genealogy, good food, and good discussion. We meet 11:30 a.m. at McGowan’s at Rio Concho Manor, 401 Rio Concho Drive for a delicious buffet with a selection of main dishes, side dishes, and desserts for only $7.00!
The Records Abstraction Forum meets at the West Texas Collection on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 2:00 p.m. This forum is open to anyone interested in honing their abstraction and research skills or continuing to fund the future of SAGHS through abstracted records. Before attending, please contact Mary Lee Lenertz (944-8403) or Susan Ball (942-5741) to confirm that the forum will meet.
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Master Genealogy ClassThe Lineage Society Application Forum has transformed into the Master Genealogy Class. This class is free and open to anyone who has an e-mail address and will agree to teach a genealogy class upon completion of the Master Genealogy Class. Participants will learn how to create timelines and profiles, search Ancestry and FamilySearch.org, research using microfilm, locate and order articles from PERSI, and much more. The class goal is to research an ancestral line (NOT a brick-wall line) back to the early 1800s. The Master Genealogy Class meets at 6001 Melrose Avenue on the 3rd Monday of each month. Participants will have homework!FMI: 942-5741 or [email protected]
New Tom Green County Marriage Book Released!SAGHS is pleased to announce the release of our latest book, Marriage Records of Tom Green County, Texas, Books A-D, 1875 - 1914. Nearly 3,000 marriage records are included in this publication along with name of the marriage officiant. A separate listing of officiants is included with the number of marriages the officiant conducted and the range of dates that the officiant performed marriages recorded in Tom Green county.As the handwriting was difficult to read in many of the records and spelling varied for some names each time they were recorded, each variation is included in the marriage record abstraction. A full name index includes all names including variations, officiants, and witnesses, if provided.In addition, almost 1,400 licenses for those marriages recorded in Books A - D remain unclaimed and are housed at the West Texas Collection under the guardianship of SAGHS. Each marriage that has an unclaimed license is noted in the book and a separate index is included for the bride and groom in the unclaimed license. These unclaimed marriage licenses are available for adoption. Check to see if you have a relative who neglected to claim their marriage license once it was recorded in the marriage book. Marriage Records of Tom Green County, Texas, Books A-D also includes images of several unclaimed marriages that show the various forms used by Tom Green County from 1875 to 1914. The first license issued in Tom Green County is shown, written in hand on lined paper with a handwritten seal enclosing the words “seal ordered.” Unclaimed licenses may be adopted from the West Texas Collection by contacting Peg Gordon or the West Texas Collection. Susan Ball reports that she found the license of her husband’s great aunt while verifying the abstracted list of unclaimed marriages with Peg Gordon. As this great aunt had no children, Susan happily adopted the license. Those adopting licenses are required to provide their name and contact information.
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6Pioneer Certificate Program Expanded to All 13 Counties
Honor your pioneer Concho Valley ancestor by proving your descent with a Pioneer Certificate! Certificates are now available for all counties in the Concho Valley. Applicants do not have to be members of SAGHS or residents of Texas.The eligibility date for settlement by your ancestor varies by county. For Crockett, Kimble, Menard, Runnels, or Tom Green County, your ancestor must have become a resident by 31 Dec 1910. For Coke, Concho, Glasscock, Irion, Schleicher, Sterling, or Sutton County, your ancestor must have become a resident by 31 Dec 1920. For Reagan County, your ancestor must have become a resident by 31 Dec 1930. When your Pioneer Certificate Application has been approved, you will receive a handsome certificate, suitable for framing. The verification process may take several months, so please plan ahead. The cost is $20 per application and fees are non-refundable.
Susan Ball Named TSGS District 15 Representative
Susan Ball has recently been elected interim District 15 Representative for the Texas State Genealogical Society. The district representative acts as liaison between partner societies and TSGS, encourages membership in TSGS, and promotes TSGS programs and activities to the genealogical societies within their district. “I am delighted to be serving in this capacity,” said Susan, “and looking forward to sharing with SAGHS the benefits of membership in TSGS and the fantastic genealogy convention planned the first weekend of November in Houston.”According to Susan, a key benefit to joining TSGS is support for Texas Records Preservation and Access. TSGS Board members testify before the State Legislature when bills are introduced that affect the access genealogists have to records at the local and state level. In addition, TSGS funds grants to preserve records at the local and state level so that Texas genealogists continue to have access to critical records groups.
TSGS Conference Slated November 3 -5 in Houston
Featuring expert genealogist and author Paula Stuart-Warren, the annual conference promises three days of non-stop genealogy. A pre-conference day on Thursday, November 3, offers a morning at the nationally recognized Clayton Library featuring the new FamilySearch website and more! Paula Stuart-Warren will lead a workshop on writing your family history Thursday afternoon. Friday brings break-out sessions on a dozen different topics followed by the awards banquet. Saturday, Paula speaks on Finding and Using Manuscripts; Railroad History & Records: Methods for Tracking; Southern Deeds: More than Land; and the WPA Era: What it Created for Genealogists. FMI and to print a registration form at:
http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~txsgs
CSI Meets Roots!Permian Basin Genealogical Society is bringing Colleen Fitzpatrick, noted Forensic Genealogist, to their Fall Workshop, Saturday, September 24. The workshop will be held 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the First United Methodist Church, Fay Rodman Hall, 217 West 5th Street in Odessa. Colleen will give three presentations: The Database Detective - Forensic genealogy has used database mining to solve some of the most compelling mysteries of modern genealogy. It offers much insight on how to use materials you have taken for granted. Come to this lecture and find out how to look at the information you find.A Different Kind of DNA Talk - Whether you are unfamiliar with DNA or are an old hand at genetic genealogy, this talk is for you!Genealogy and the Six Degrees of Separation - How to Find Anyone in the Word. This talk presents exciting new ways of finding long lost cousins - or anyone!Cost is $25 for pre-registered attendees, $30 at the door. Lunch is not guaranteed unless you pre-register. Mail check no later than 9/21/2011 to:
Carolyn Johnson 1706 East 21 StreetOdessa, TX 79761
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2011 – 2012 SAGHS Calendar of Events
September 67:00 p.m.
Meeting: Two Feisty Schoolmarms Barbara Barton, former CHS teacher and author
September 8 Research Forum at the West Texas Collection, 6:00 p.m. (2nd Thursday)September 19 3rd Monday Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. at McGowan’s at Rio Concho ManorSeptember 19 Master Genealogy Class, 6:30 p.m. at 6001 Melrose (3rd Monday)September 21 Records Abstraction Forum at the West Texas Collection, 2:00 p.m. (3rd Wednesday)September 27 SAGHS Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at 6001 MelroseSeptember 27 Submission deadline for November Stalkin’ KinOctober 47:00 p.m.
Meeting: The Real Lonesome Dove Conrad McClure, Historian and Re-enactor
October 8 SAGHS Fall Workshop, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.October 13 Research Forum at the West Texas Collection, 6:00 p.m. (2nd Thursday)October 17 3rd Monday Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. at McGowan’s at Rio Concho ManorOctober 17 Master Genealogy Class, 6:30 p.m. at 6001 Melrose (3rd Monday)October 19 Records Abstraction Forum at the West Texas Collection, 2:00 p.m. (3rd Wednesday)October 25 SAGHS Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at 6001 MelroseNovember 16:00 p.m.
Meeting: Mini-Seminar by Richard Hooverson, Genealogist, Author, and Lecturer Today I’ve Got to Get Organized: Doing It Correctly the First Time Settlement of the Middle Borders
November 10 Research Forum at the West Texas Collection, 6:00 p.m. (2nd Thursday)November 16 Records Abstraction Forum at the West Texas Collection, 2:00 p.m. (3rd Wednesday)November 21 3rd Monday Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. at McGowan’s at Rio Concho ManorNovember 21 Master Genealogy Class, 6:30 p.m. at 6001 Melrose (3rd Monday)November 29 SAGHS Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at 6001 MelroseDecember 67:00 p.m.
Christmas Party and Fundraising Event for Speakers FundPlus: Member Speakers
December 19 3rd Monday Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. at McGowan’s at Rio Concho ManorJanuary 37:00 p.m.
Meeting: Finding Your Ancestors in the Republic of Texas Teri Flack, Professional Genealogist
January 12 Research Forum at the West Texas Collection, 6:00 p.m. (2nd Thursday)January 16 3rd Monday Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. at McGowan’s at Rio Concho ManorJanuary 16 Master Genealogy Class, 6:30 p.m. at 6001 Melrose (3rd Monday)January 18 Records Abstraction Forum, the West Texas Collection, 2:00 p.m. (3rd Wednesday)January 31 SAGHS Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at 6001 Melrose
Notice: Meetings are subject to change – please check SAGHS website at http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~txsaghs/ for up-to-date information.
2011 – 2012 SAGHS Calendar of Events
February 7 Genealogy Classes at 6:00 p.m.Meeting at 7:00 p.m.: Old Homes of San Angelo Suzanne Campbell, Head, West Texas Collection
February 9 Research Forum at the West Texas Collection, 6:00 p.m. (2nd Thursday)February 15 Records Abstraction Forum at the West Texas Collection, 2:00 p.m. (3rd Wednesday)February 20 3rd Monday Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. at McGowan’s at Rio Concho ManorFebruary 20 Master Genealogy Class, 6:30 p.m. at 6001 Melrose (3rd Monday)February 28 SAGHS Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at 6001 MelroseMarch 6 Genealogy Classes at 6:00 p.m.
Meeting at 7:00 p.m.: The Bonnie Blue Flag Kenneth Phipps, Sons of Confederate Veterans
March 8 Research Forum at the West Texas Collection, 6:00 p.m. (2nd Thursday)March 10 Submission deadline for May Stalkin’ KinMarch 19 3rd Monday Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. at McGowan’s at Rio Concho ManorMarch 19 Master Genealogy Class, 6:30 p.m. at 6001 Melrose (3rd Monday)March 21 Records Abstraction Forum at the West Texas Collection, 2:00 p.m. (3rd Wednesday)March 27 SAGHS Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at 6001 MelroseApril 3
6:00 p.m.Mini-Seminar: A Systematic Approach to Evidence by John Vincent Wylie, Professional GenealogistWas Your Mother a Relict? What Do Those Old Words Mean? by Barbara Brixey Wyley, Professional Genealogist
April 12 Research Forum at the West Texas Collection, 6:00 p.m. (2nd Thursday)April 16 3rd Monday Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. at McGowan’s at Rio Concho ManorApril 16 Master Genealogy Class, 6:30 p.m. at 6001 Melrose (3rd Monday)April 18 Records Abstraction Forum at the West Texas Collection, 2:00 p.m. (3rd Wednesday)April 24 SAGHS Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at 6001 MelroseMay 1 Genealogy Classes at 6:00 p.m.
Meeting at 7:00 p.m.: Topic To Be Announced Jason Pierce, PhD, Professor of History, ASU
May 5 Saturday Genealogy Class, 9 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.May 21 3rd Monday Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. at McGowan’s at Rio Concho ManorJune 18 3rd Monday Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. at McGowan’s at Rio Concho ManorJuly 16 3rd Monday Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. at McGowan’s at Rio Concho ManorAugust 20 3rd Monday Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. at McGowan’s at Rio Concho Manor
Notice: Meetings are subject to change – please check SAGHS website at http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~txsaghs/ for up-to-date information.
Fall Workshop Slated October 8REAPING RESULTS IN YOUR RESEARCH
The San Angelo Genealogical and Historical Society announces its fourth annual fall workshop to be held October 8, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the Fellowship Hall of Trinity Lutheran Church, 3536 YMCA Drive. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. Four presentations are slated for the Fall Workshop. Wana Dee Box will speak on “Striking Genealogy “Black” Gold: Uncovering Family Connections through Mineral and Royalty Ownership Research.” Wana Dee discusses courthouse searches for locating mineral and/or royalty interests, tracing the ownership through wills, leases, and other oil and gas documents to expand your family tree. Wana Dee is Director of Minerals and Royalties for the Texas Tech System, and a recognized expert and popular speaker on mineral management.Karen Vavricka will present “To Infinity and Beyond! Using ILL and PERSI to Expand Your Family Research.” Drawing on 35 years of experience as a librarian, Karen shares how to locate and obtain genealogical sources using the Interlibrary Loan system and the Periodical Source Index. Although still rather new to the field of genealogical research, she is very knowledgeable about researching in books and periodicals, having been a reference librarian in both public and university libraries.
Peg Gordon will discuss the surprising details that can be found in tax records in “More than Numbers: Tales from Tax Rolls.” Tax records, when used with other sources, are invaluable for verifying and expanding your ancestor’s story. Peg, an expert genealogist, has
over 22 years of hands-on experience in researching genealogy and has researched extensively in a variety of sources including tax records.In “Turning Head Counts into Ancestors: R e s e a r c h i n g p r e - 1 8 5 0 C e n s u s Enumerations” Susan Ball shares techniques and worksheets for tracing your ancestors through the intimidating 1790 to 1840 censuses. From years of experience as an engineer in database development, Susan applies her knowledge of databases and census research to illuminate the mysteries of the pre-1850 censuses. Pre-registration workshop fee is $25.00 for members and $30.00 for non-members if registered by October 6. After October 6, the workshop fee is $35.00. Non-members who join SAGHS at the workshop receive a $5.00 credit toward their membership fee. Bring a sack lunch or order one by October 6 for $7.00 to be delivered in time for lunch. Drinks and snacks are provided.
Spend a fun day with us at the SAGHS Fall Workshop, learning and connecting with fellow genealogists! Hope to see you there!
Workshop ScheduleRegistration: 8:30 to 9 a.m.
Workshop: 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Striking Genealogy “Black” Gold: Uncovering Family Connections through Mineral and
Royalty Ownership Research.by Wana Dee Box
To Infinity and Beyond! Using ILL and PERSI to Expand Your Family Research
by Karen Vavricka
Lunch BreakBring a sack lunch or order a sandwich
Beverages are provided.
More than Numbers: Tales from Tax Rolls by Peg Gordon
Turning Head Counts into Ancestors: Researching pre-1850 Census Enumerations
by Susan E. Ball
Lunch Selection Lunch must be ordered by October 6!
($7.00 for Sandwich, chips, pickle, & cookie)❏ Ham & Cheese❏ Turkey & Swiss❏ Pimiento Cheese❏ Egg Salad❏ Tuna Salad❏ Chicken SaladBread: ❏ White or ❏ Wheat or ❏ Sourdough
Workshop Fees
_________ Lunch ($7.00)
_________ Member’s Pre-registration ($25)
_________ Regular Pre-registration* ($30)
_________ Registration after Oct. 6 ($35)
__________ Total Amount Enclosed*Non-members who join SAGHS at the workshop will receive a $5 credit toward their membership fee.
z SAGHS FALL WORKSHOP zREAPING RESULTS IN YOUR RESEARCH
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8, 8:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M.3536 YMCA Drive, in the Fellowship Hall of Trinity Lutheran Church
Pre-Registration Fee (Until October 6): $30.00 ($25.00 for SAGHS Members)After October 6: $35.00
Name: __________________________________________ Phone: _________________Street Address: ____________________________ City: ________________ Zip: ____________
e-mail address: ___________________________________________________________Make check out to SAGHS.
Mail check with this registration form to SAGHS, P. O. Box 3453, San Angelo, TX 76902-3453FMI: phone (325) 942- 5741, e-mail [email protected]
The San Angelo Genealogical and Historical Society is offering two five-session genealogy classes on Saturday, September 10, 9 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Classes will be held at the Trinity Lutheran Church, 3536 YMCA Drive. Both classes include a binder with handouts for each session. Bring your own lunch; coffee, water and tea will be provided.Class fees are $25 for pre-registered members, $30 for pre-registered non-members, and $35 at the door. Registrations are due by September 8. Please register as soon as possible so we can adequately prepare and have enough binders and handouts available.Those who were enrolled in the spring 2010 genealogy classes and missed sessions may make them up on September 10 free of charge on a first-come basis provided the class has sufficient space. Please contact Susan Ball by September 8 regarding which classes you wish to make up. Make ups are not allowed without advance notice.
Beginning Genealogy, led by Shirley Huntley Dobson, includes:
Getting Started - Covering the BasicsOrganization and SourcesCorrespondence and InterviewsCreating a Research Plan plus Census and
Internet ResearchResearching on Location: Courthouses,
Cemeteries, and Libraries
Intermediate Genealogy II, led by Susan Ball, includes:
Newspaper Research: More than ObituariesState Census Records: Filling the GapsCourthouse Research: Preparation and
Planning Yield SuccessC o m i n g t o A m e r i c a : O ve r v i e w o f
Immigration ResearchYour Ancestor in Uniform: Military and
Pension Records
For more information, phone (325) 942- 5741, e-mail [email protected] or check our website at [email protected]
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Saturday Genealogy Classes Slated September 10
Class Fee:If registered by September 8: $30.00 for non-members
$25.00 for SAGHS MembersIf registered after September 8: $35.00
❏ Beginning Class❏ Intermediate II Class
Name: __________________________________________ Phone: _________________
Street Address: ____________________________ City: ________________ Zip: ____________
e-mail address: ___________________________________________________________
Make check out to SAGHS.Mail check with this registration form to SAGHS, P. O. Box 3453, San Angelo, TX 76902-3453
SAGHS Use❏ Cash❏ Check No.: _________
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We’ve got an abundance of “can’t miss” events scheduled for this genealogy year, starting with the Genealogy Fair. Some lucky person is going to win a free World Deluxe subscription to Ancestry - it might as well be you! The Genealogy Fair is quickly followed by our first meeting of 2011-2012, Saturday Genealogy Classes on September 10, the Permian Basin Genealogical Society’s Fall Workshop, and more. Plan now to attend our Fall Workshop on October 8, featuring exciting speakers on fascinating topics. With any luck, we’ll be nearly rained out as we were last year! I could do without the tornado siren, though.The Texas State Genealogical Society hosted a partner society sharing session last weekend at which Lisa Mahler (our new SAGHS Board member) and I learned a lot about what TSGS is doing for Texas genealogists. One exciting project involves partnering with FamilySearch.org to index the Texas tax rolls from 1836 to 1910. Volunteers sign on to index the tax rolls through Family Search’s indexing program. If you are interested in helping, go to https://familysearch.org/volunteer/indexing , click on “Getting Started,” and follow the instructions. You can specify the project you want to work on (i.e., Texas Tax Rolls); however, the counties are assigned randomly. This genealogy year is packed with events and opportunities for you to learn more about genealogy research and find a new generation of ancestors. There are plenty of opportunities for giving back through volunteering. Please don’t be shy - we’d love to have your help! Susan E. Ball
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Who do you think you are? Start your discovery at the Genealogy Fair, August 30, 7:00 p.m. at the Community Room in the new Stephens Central Library in San Angelo. With over 35 exhibits, the Genealogy Fair promises exciting opportunities for interacting with a wide variety of historical and genealogical organizations and enthusiasts. Plus, the San Angelo Genealogical and Historical Society will be giving away door prizes: a three-month, a six-month, and a full year World Deluxe subscription to Ancestry.com! Sponsored by the Standard-Times and the Tom Green County Library, the Genealogy Fair is free and open to all who are interested in learning more about local history and family history.Attendees can learn more about recent advances in using DNA in genealogy and SAGHS genealogists will help budding genealogists get started on their family trees. The Tom Green County Library will host an exhibit featuring the free research tools they offer genealogists. The West Texas Collection will have information about their genealogy library and historical collections.Popular local historical and biographical authors such as Ross McSwain, Barbara Barton, Joe Gibson, Ginny Noelke, and others will sign books. The Texas State Genealogical Society, Fort Concho, the Czech Heritage Society, Tom Green Historical Society, the Miles Opera House and Museum, Downtown San Angelo, and many more groups will display information about their organizations.Lineage societies such as Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution, Sons and Daughters of the Republic of Texas, Sons of Confederate Veterans, United Daughters of the Confederacy, Colonial Dames, and many more will share about their organizations. The San Angelo Genealogical and Historical Society will feature their Pioneer Certificate Program that awards certificates to descendants of early settlers in each of the counties of the Concho Valley. In addition, SAGHS will present their latest book, “Marriage Records of Tom Green County, Books A –D” and announce the Speakers Series for 2011-12, the Fall Workshop, Genealogy Classes, and many more events planned for 2011-12.
Genealogy Fair Features Over 35 Exhibits