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Introducing Historic Funeral and Cemetery Law Resources

Posted on October 1, 2022 by debbiemieszala

Genealogists want to know more. Names, dates, and places are not enough. Being curious creatures, we realize that we must know the records to fully understand the facts they provide. We need to learn how the sausage is made.

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Introducing Historic New York City Ordinances, Codes, Resolutions, and Extras!

Posted on September 27, 2022 by debbiemieszala

Mary Jane Anderson did not die twice. Tell that to the doctor who completed two New York City death certificates for her in 1881. The story of her death (or deaths) is for another day. The records prompted a research … Continue reading →

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Introducing Historic Maryland Law

Posted on August 8, 2022 by debbiemieszala

My earliest ancestors to Maryland arrived in 17331 from what is now Germany. They were named Troud (aka Trout) and Loy (aka Ley or Lye). The lands they settled bore fanciful names like Taskers Chance, Lambson, and Arnold’s Delight.2 In … Continue reading →

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Recent Updates to Existing Pages

Posted on July 30, 2022 by debbiemieszala

Three resource pages on The Advancing Genealogist had updates this week. I rarely announce page updates, but there were interesting additions you might want to peruse.

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On the Loss of Local Resources

Posted on July 23, 2022 by debbiemieszala

Something is weighing on me. It is the loss of resources, especially on a local level. Genealogists can do something to prevent that loss. We need to speak up.

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Louisiana Pre-Adoption Birth Certificates

Posted on July 21, 2022 by debbiemieszala

Adopted persons age 24 and over who were born in Louisiana may request a non-certified copy of their original birth certificate. An order form became available on 20 July 2022.

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Introducing Historic Native American Law Sources

Posted on July 16, 2022 by debbiemieszala

The personal names, numerous in this new collection, are not mine to share. Along with the treaties, charters, laws, and hearings this page brings, there are private acts and claims. Both can include names and sometimes relationship evidence. Welcome to … Continue reading →

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