Week 33’s theme is “Service.” Military service. Service stations. In service to others. Even good or bad service at a restaurant. My first cousin once removed, Frank E. Westmoreland, was identified for this theme because of his military service. In 1930 he was an eight-year-old, living with his maternal grandparents, Continue Reading
2022 – #52 Ancestors Challenge – Week 32 – At the Library
This week’s theme is “At the Library.” Do you have any librarians in your family? What about fond memories of going to the library? The most extensive libraries of genealogical works are the Family History Library (LDS), the Library of Congress (LOC), the New York City Public Library, Allen County Continue Reading
2022 – #52 Ancestors Challenge – Week 31 – Help
This week’s theme is “Help.” When did an ancestor give or receive help? My first thought is of the neighbors who brought meals to my great-grandparents and their children while they were sick with the Spanish Flu. Another route you could take is when you’ve received help in your genealogy Continue Reading
2022 – #52 Ancestors Challenge – Week 30 – Teams
This week’s theme is “Teams.” Did any ancestors play on a team (or root for one)? Don’t forget about teams at work. There are also teams of horses and oxen. Training camp started this week for the pro football teams, and my favorite team is the Philadelphia Eagles. My husband Continue Reading