This presentation discusses approaches and techniques for determining an ancestor’s maiden name and locating “missing” females. Geared towards the advanced beginner or intermediate researcher, it focuses on American records and sources before World War I. The content is not specific to any one time period and many of the approaches can be refined for different locations or types of records. Concepts discussed will include: overview of women’s legal rights; property ownership; inheritance; citizenship; and strategies for making the most from what you can find. If you are stymied on your female ancestors–and half your ancestors are female–this presentation may give you the insight you need. Order a recording of the session ($19) for immediate delivery–includes handout. Regular price $25. If you ordered this presentation and did not receive your […]
Always look to see what the “consideration” is on a land transaction. It’s what is given up in order for the grantee to obtain the property. If there’s not an amount of money listed, try and determine what the relationship was between the grantor and the grantee. Whenever property is transferred without cash being transferred, that’s something the genealogist needs to look into.
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