The first thing that comes to mind when I mention “Memory Projects” is something I am fond of saying: “I have a mind like a steel sieve.” Yes, we could all use a good Memory Project, and today I’d like to share with you a great resource for western states research on the Library of Congress website. Continue reading “Memory Projects and More…Digital Collections to Remember”
Ancestry Search Tip (You’re welcome)
There are umpteen ways to search on Ancestry.com, but here’s a quick method you can use to get straight to the database that you really want, but might not have known existed. It’s a way to use the Ancestry card catalog to it’s full advantage. Don’t know about the card catalog? Well follow these simple instructions: Continue reading “Ancestry Search Tip (You’re welcome)”
Let’s try it again!
I discovered the link to Scanning and Archiving Basics did not appear in my Class Handouts tab on the menu, so I have now added it. Or just click the link in this post to take you there. Thanks!
Scanning and Archiving Basics: New Class Handout Added
Last week I taught a class on scanning and archiving basics for genealogists, and I have added a handy reference sheet to the “Class Handouts” tab on Granny’s menu bar. If you have ever wondered what settings to use when scanning photos and documents, or which file format to use, this might be helpful to you.
Google Earth and time travel
Pick a date. Now pick a state. Pick a date and a state and I will show you the state and county boundaries on that exact date using Google Earth. I know you’ve heard of Google Earth and have probably used it. You may have heard of the Atlas of Historical County Boundaries (AHCB) and, if so, have probably used it. Have you used them both TOGETHER? Until today I didn’t know it was possible. Very cool! Continue reading “Google Earth and time travel”
On Granny's Trail 