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"Instant Information On The Internet!"

"INSTANT INFORMATION ON THE INTERNET!"

by: Christina K. Schaefer

Review by Myra Vanderpool Gormley, CG

          "INSTANT INFORMATION ON THE INTERNET!" is designed to guide the researcher to some important genealogy sites on the Web. Organized by state, it provides the following Internet listings for each state and the District of Columbia:

  1. state department of vital records
  2. state archives, historical society and library
  3. any National Archives Records Center located within the state
  4. other state, regional and local archives, libraries and societies, plus some additional resources
  5. selection of sites listing how-to or instructional information
  6. selection of indexes, documents and publications available in digitized form
  7. sites with links to other Web sites

          This is a handy book to have close to your mouse. INSTANT INFORMATION is available from Genealogical Publishing Co., 1001 N. Calvert St., Baltimore, MD 21202-3897; 1-800-296-6687 ($13.45 postpaid). On the Web at:

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"Masonic Genealogy!"

"A Guide for Genealogists, Researching Masonic Records"

by: John S. Yates
         John S. Yates' booklet titled, "A Guide for Genealogists, Researching Masonic Records" published 1998, gives the genealogist an overview of how to gain information from any the early Masonic records. The book provides a guide for those interested in gathering information on those within the Masonic Orders, where to write with addresses for every state in the Union and when each lodge was charted. Masonic Lodges outside the United States are given from Australia, New Zealand, England, Scotland, to Ireland. The book explains the Masonic degrees as well as gives all states addresses and also addresses are provided for the Grand Scottish Rite bodies throughout the U S, England, and Scotland. It tells what to expect the early records to tell the genealogist about their ancestor listing 15 different items or information for each member's card when available... when they have been recorded for posterity. There are reminders provided when a researcher wants to ask for the information and success stories given to relay that concerns the information received from researches.

         There are sample letters provided for requesting information nationally as well as locally. An example of what a record looks like, what to expect on the record and questions are answered about the Masons you always wanted to ask, but were afraid to ask. This book even goes so far as to explain what some of the other Masonic organizations that are open to the wives, mothers, daughters, widows, and sisters of the Master Masons from which information more information can be gathered. Mr. Yates, a Past Pres. of the Texas Genealogical Assoc. and Past President of the No. Central Texas Chapter No. 36 Sons of Confederate Veterans & a member of the Sons of the Republic of Texas, also goes so far as to furnish the where of it that many lodges go for their information other than local/public libraries. He gives the addresses to the Masons' publishing companies and communications which relate to Masonic related information.

         Mr. Yates, is also a Past Master of Wichita Falls Masonic Lodge No. 635 and a Past master of Magargel Lodge No. 1038. He has held presiding offices in the Wichita Falls York Rite Masonic Bodies. Yates has presented lectures to various genealogical societies on the subject of Masonic records and also gives lectures on computers in genealogical research. He holds an Associated Degree in Computer Aided Graphics and is a member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.

         Overall, this searching Masonic Records has given researchers the clues they needed to find lost ancestors and provide clues to what their character, looks, and personality was while living, something that give substance to a search of an individual one never met.

John Yates' addresses are:

John Yates, PO Box 3496, Wichita Falls, TX 76301-0496

Internet email jyatees@wf.net

Internet Web page http://www.wf.net/~jyates

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"Law, Internet and Writing"

"Plagiarism, Copyright Violation, & Other Thefts of Intellectual PropertyI"

by: Judy Anderson

Review by Rhonda Houston

          This work is fully annotated, covering a wide range, from anecdotes in popular magazines to discussions in academic journals.

          Library Journal says, "Anderson's substantive introductory essay provides cultural and historical contexts for the ways we defing and punish plagiarism....Her scholarly and engaging compilation will be valued".

          Choice says, "the range of articles is broad...useful...recommended.

          American Libraries says, "abstracts over 600 articles written from 1900 - 1995


title index and subject index.
Pub. Date: 1998.
Softcover, 212 pp.,

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"Law, Internet and Writing"

"Patent, Tradmark and Copyright Searching on the Internet"

by: Charles C. Sharpe

Review by Rhonda Houston

          Sections on patents, trademark, and copyright each include definitions--explaining what a trademark is, what can be patented, who can claim a copyright, and other important basic issues.

          The law regarding each area is defined and explained. Both resources and techniques for reaching them on the Internet are presented in a step-by-step format. Information on indexes and on new and helpful changes to the online patent system is included. The book has numerous appendices illustrating the types of sites the reader may encounter, with tips and explanations for specific kinds of searches.

          The text is both thorough enough for those already conversant with online searching or the legal aspects of these issues, and is clear and up to date enough for the artist or inventor who simply wants to use computer technology to obtain a patent, create a trademark, or secure a copyright.

          Charles C. Sharpe; the author and professional is a litigation consultant living in Slatington, PA. He teaches as adjunct faculty in paralegal studies.
resources, tables, appendices, bibliography, index.
Softcover, 216 pp.,
ISBN #0-7864-0757-3.

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"Afro-Americans"

"FINDING A PLACE CALLED HOME: A GUIDE TO AFRICAN AMERICAN GENEALOGY AND HISTORICAL IDENTITY"

by Dee Parmer Woodtor, Ph.D.

Review by: Myra Vanderpool Gormley, CG

          The author shows how to sort out racial and cultural identities and how to begin the systematic process of searching for one's familial African roots. This is an invaluable guide through the tangled African American historical lineage. It shows how once the extended living family is marked on the family tree, the ancestral limbs and trunk must be found through various records and other sources.

          It is a timely work as more now than ever before, African Americans embrace their past and look for their history, both collective and personal. The author provides excellent advice on ways to sidestep many of the roadblocks that often hinder black genealogy. She also shares numerous personal stories of African Americans who have gone through this experience.

          Woodtor is an instructor at DePaul University's School for New Learning in Afro-American Family History and Genealogy and at Chicago's Newberry Library. Some of the topics explored include:

  1. Documenting the contemporary family
  2. Collecting evidence from vital records
  3. Collecting evidence on the ancestral home
  4. Collecting evidence from federal population censuses
  5. Collecting evidence from the Civil War and Reconstruction periods
  6. Collecting evidence to identify the last slave owner
  7. Slave Genealogy -- or researching the last slave owner
  8. Tracing your ancestors over time as slaves
  9. Finding the first Africans

          This guidebook is published by Random House, 201 East 50th St., New York, NY 10022, ISBN: 0-375-40565-X (452 pages; $25 in hardcover).

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"Afro-Americans"

"THE HISTORY OF THE BLACK POPULATION OF AMHERST, MASSACHUSETTS, 1728-1870"

by James Avery Smith

          Smith's study begins with a traditionally styled narrative of the history of Amherst, with the population of African descent as his focus. The second part of the book features an alphabetized, genealogical register of every Amherst African American he encountered in his research. In traditional format, he traces the descent of several families to three generations. Since most New England town histories are sadly lacking in any discussion of the black communities within their borders, this book is a remarkable and valuable addition -- historically and genealogically.

          "THE HISTORY OF THE BLACK POPULATION OF AMHERST, MASSACHUSETTS, 1728-1870", is available from NEHGS Sales, New England Historic Genealogical Society, 160 North Washington St., Boston, MA 02114-2120; 1-888-296-3447 ($13.50 postpaid).

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"Finding People"

"How to Locate Anyone who is or has been in the Military: Armed Forces Locator Guide"

by: Lt. Col. Richard S. Johnson & Debra Johnson Knox

Review by: Rhonda

          I wanted to share a reference book with everyone who has ever had a problem looking for men and woman in any of the branches of the military. .

          The author, Lt. Col. Richard S. Johnson, provides phone numbers and a general reference of resources that can be utilized (such as world-wide locators and base locators.) He shows how to use your own historical organization when contacting these organizations and HOW ALL the national organizations can work with you, which is usually with a computer search. This book opens other doors on how to use national organizations you never considered finding your veteran.

          The author shows how to search/locate birth parents, gives a state directory of ALL VA regional offices with phone numbers. Sample letters are created for your assistance and information is provided on 'how' to fill out forms you never knew 'they would want.' It also, tells how to locate the next of kin of the individuals you may be looking for. This book even has a family history information for veterans to describe various methods of searching for vets.!

          It's the most wonderful PAPER back book I have ever bought!!

This book was located at Barnes and Nobel Bookstore -> http://www.barnesandnoble.com/

Foreword by William C. Westmoreland
Paperback / Date Published: January 1999
Price: $18.36
ISBN #1-877639-25-7

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"Finding People"

"Find Anyone Fast"

by: Richard S. Johnson & Debra Johnson Knox

Review by: Rhonda

          This book shows the public how to fuse state-of-the-art computer with internet sources all made available to the public!!!

          The authors show you how to search citizen profiles, voter registration records, state professional licenses for background information, and for current addresses of the military, doctors, lawyers, dentists, pilots, veterinarians, and ETC. Their chapters cover about adoption related searching, simple background checking techniques, and how to solve difficult cases involving the elderly, deadbeat dads, people living overseas, and even the homeless people. It also, includes how to find the records and military connections, with the internet directories, alumni lists, and professional associations.........finding what you're looking for ON YOUR OWN. Just by following their comprehensive resources and instructions you can find anyone in no time. What a world of information!!

This book was located at Barnes and Nobel Bookstore -> http://www.barnesandnoble.com/

Paperback/Date Published: August 1997
Price: $13.56

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"British Genealogy"

"Ancestral Trails, A Guide to British Ancestry"
by: Mark D. Herber

Review by: Rhonda R. McClure { rhondam@sodamail.com }

          Many of us have found ourselves tracing a line or two back to the ocean and then over to England. Others of us find our ancestors going from Australia back to England. And most of us think that we know all there is to know about researching in England and the United Kingdom. A book that was published in 1998 shows how wrong we can all be.

          "Ancestral Trails" by Mark D. Herber is sub-titled "The Complete Guide to British Genealogy and Family History." This may seem like a broad statement to make, but I think you will find that this book indeed delivers. The almost 700 page book has 30 chapters and 10 appendices. There are also close to 100 illustrations peppered throughout the book.

          Each chapter deals with a different record type that you would find in England, including:

  • -- Civil Registration
  • -- Census Returns
  • -- Parish Registers
  • -- Churchyards and Cemeteries
  • -- Directories
  • -- Wills and Administrations
  • -- Catholic, Non-Conformist and Jewish Records
  • -- Marriage and Divorce
  • -- Maps, Land Registration and Property Records
  • -- Newspapers and Elections
  • -- Oaths, Taxation and Insurance Records

          Each chapter looks at the particular record type, going into details of differences throughout the years of availability for the given record. Excellent information about what repositories contain the records in question and the restrictions, if any, that you may need to keep in mind are also included.

          This is more an encyclopedia of all aspects of British research. And in the strange event that you do not find what you need, the bibliography will lead you to many more resources. The bibliography is broken down by chapter, and is actually closer to end notes, as there are embedded numbers in each chapter that refer you to the given source for that information.

          If you have a hint of English ancestry, this is a must have volume for your personal library.

          "Ancestral Trails" by Mark D. Herber is available for $38.45 postage paid from Genealogical Publishing Company, Inc., 1001 Calvert Street, Baltimore, MD 21202, phone orders 1- 800-296-6687; fax orders 1-800-599-9561; online visit their web site http://www.genealogybookshop.com or e-mail them at sales@genealogical.com.

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"Land and Ownership"

"Land and Property Research"
by: E. Wade.

Review by: Rhonda Houston

          This book is a genealogist dream for understanding how land and all kinds of boundaries (city, town, county, state) were developed or changed through history with the how and why of it explained in a down to earth manner which makes the book worth its weight in gold.

          The author describes Pre-U.S., British, French, Mexican possession, with a discussion of the organization of how each state/federal land was organized, and how of these records were generated.

          Wade discusses each state's development with maps, over time and drawn in increments of 5 yrs up to the present day.

          A wonderful way to SEE how boundaries were drawn, changed and then showing the WHYs of it. He also explains how land records were generated by individuals was explained, and finally, how Native American land records were generated as property. The book includes an extensive bibliographical reference and an index.

Hardcover
ISBN # 0-916489-6X

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"The First Nations of North America"

"First Days, Fighting Days: Women in Manitoba History"
by: Kinnear, Mary (Ed.), et al.

Review by: Canadian Plains Research Center

First Days, Fighting Days Review Chart below is presented as a guide for the use of teachers.

English Language Arts
  • communication
  • challenges
  • equality
  • Canadian voices
Life Transitions
  • ethics
  • managing change
  • decision making
  • relationships
Social Studies/History
  • human rights
  • conflict
  • politics
  • culture
  • change
Native Studies
  • family life
  • education
  • social life
BOOK COVER Arts Education
  • social issues
  • photography
  • change
  • time periods
Physical Education
  • social behaviour
  • self-concept
  • cultural awareness

Annotation

An in-depth look at the role women played in Manitoba's history. First Nations women such as Little Mary provided excellent care for the children of many Euro-Canadian families. Frances Beynon, Alice Blackburn, Nellie McClung, and Anne Buller are highlighted in the struggle to address equality. Insights into the role of journalists, office workers, church workers, garment workers and domestic service workers give the reader an opportunity to learn about contemporary women's issues. The introduction includes a summary of all the chapters. Notes at the end of each chapter provide information for further reference. The index, photos, graphs of statistics and various clippings from newspapers are also useful. Contributor information is provided.

"First Days, Fighting Days: Women in Manitoba History"
by: Kinnear, Mary (Ed.)
Published by: Canadian Plains Research Center,
1987.
ISBN 0-88977-047-6

Author Information

Marilyn Barber researches and writes about immigrant domestics and home help.

Jennifer S. H. Brown holds a doctorate in Anthropology. She has written several published articles on ethnohistory and fur trade social history.

Nancy Hall's master's thesis examined the workers in the United Church of Canada before 1940.

Anne Hicks learned about Francis Marion Beynon through her work as a dealer in out-of-print Canadian books.

Susan Jackel has written about women in prairie fiction and nineteenth century prairie travel writing. She has published articles on Canadian literature and history.

Linda Kealey has published articles on socialism and feminism. Her other areas of interest include women, labour, and the left in Canada, 1890-1920.

Mary Kinnear was an Associate Professor of History at the University of Manitoba. She has studied women and marriage in eighteenth century England.

Annalee Lepp was a graduate student in history at the University of Manitoba at the time of publication.

David Millar taught at the University of Manitoba.

James Mochoruk worked as a research director for the Manitoba Labour Education Centre.

Sharon Reilly has an M. A. in Canadian Social History. She was the curator of History and Technology at the Manitoba Museum of Man and Nature.

Barbara Roberts researches and writes about women, immigration, labour and peace.

Donna Webber worked as a research director for the Manitoba Labour Education Centre.

Other Useful Resources:

Her Story 1998: The Canadian Women's Calendar. Saskatoon Women's Calendar Collective. Coteau Books, 1997. ISBN 1-55050-110-0. Coteau also stocks Her Story from 1985-1997.

The History of the Broken Feather. Muri, Allison. Thistledown Press Ltd., 1996. ISBN 1-895449-59-6

"Other" Voices: Historical Essays on Saskatchewan Women. De Brou, David and Moffatt, David (Eds.). Canadian Plains Research Center, 1995. ISBN 0-88977-088-2

Piecing the Quilt: Sources for Women's History in the Saskatchewan Archives Board. Powell, Barbara and Williams, Myrna (Compilers). Canadian Plains Research Center, 1996. ISBN 0-88977-0900-5

PERMISSION TO REPRINT articles has been granted from The Saskatchewan Publishers Group -> located at: http://www.saskpublishers.sk.ca

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