Includes information on the types of cemeteries in the United States, as well as how to do research in and about them (includes information on photographing and rubbing tombstones)
The New England Historic Genealogical Society lectures on tape
Notes
Pamphlet includes bibliographical references and index.
David C. Dearborn, lecturer.
Contents
Introduction -- Where to begin -- If you can't find the marriage record -- Some marriage record substitutes (overview) -- Published indexes and finding aids: IGI, AGBI, the Register, PERSI, Torrey -- County histories ("mugbooks") -- Manuscripts -- Family Bible records -- Church records -- Newspaper notices -- Private record (sampler) -- Gravestones -- Census records -- Death records -- Obituaries -- Divorce records -- Deeds -- Probate (of wife's parent or sibling) -- Widow's military pension -- Court records -- Conclusion.
Summary
Provides advice on genealogical resources to search to locate the maiden name of female ancestors.
Getting started in Irish genealogy with Marie E. Daly
Responsibility
New England Historic Genealogical Society presents a talk by library director Marie Daly.
Place of Publication
Boston, MA
Publisher
New England Historic Genealogical Society,
Date of Publication
c2003.
Physical Description
1 videocassette ([32 min.]) : sd., col. ; 1/2 in.
Series
NEHGS lectures on tape
Notes
Marie Daly.
Summary
"Success in tracing Irish ancestors begins in America. Marie E. Daly, Irish expert at the New England Historic Genealogical Society, takes you through the steps of researching in America to identify your ancestor's exact place of origin in Ireland ..."--Container box.
