Broadly speaking, genealogists can put sources in one of three categories: This classification scheme is not perfect. No scheme is perfect. This classification scheme does not comment on the accuracy of the record. That’s the job of the researcher as some original sources are virtually worthless and some derivative sources are excellent. Thinking about what type of source you have in your possession helps you to think about how accurate it could be and the limitations that it might have. For more about record classification and analysis, consult Evidence Explained.
This presentation will cover an overview of research in Illinois, including: state resources, local resources and records (including an overview of typical courthouse records created in Illinois—land, court, probate, and vital), and records access. Additionally statewide research facilities and an overview of their collections and materials will be discussed. Also included will be a brief discussion of searching the FamilySearch catalog and accessing and using various websites of state agencies and organizations. A general methodology for accessing records in Illinois will also be included. The presentation will be approximately 90 minutes in length. Handout with links to various websites discussed will be included. Michael John Neill is an Illinois native and the eighth generation in one family line to have lived in Illinois. He has actively researched […]
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