Author Archives: Don Taylor

Charlemagne – 34th Great-Grandfather?

Sometimes genealogy can be overwhelming.  Of course, I’m all excited about RootsTech being online and all the fantastic activities there.  Meanwhile, I received information from a Swiss genealogist, Patrick A. Wild, that indicated my wife descends from Charlemagne. Could it … Continue reading

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Ethel Wight Collection – Part 18

Conley, Connaway, Conroy, Consoli, & Constantine Photo Friday Ethel Wight Collection By Don Taylor This week for Photo Friday, I identify the people in five more envelopes from the Ethel Wight Studio Collection[i]. The envelopes contain the names who paid … Continue reading

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The Genealogy Collection at the Internet Archive

Tuesday’s Tips I know I’ve mentioned the Internet Archive many times. I think they are amazing, and I thank them so much for their efforts and work. Besides the 125+ Scarborough Historical Society books that I’ve uploaded, the Internet Archive … Continue reading

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William Taylor & the 1880 Census

Census Sunday Bradley-Taylor By Don Taylor Introduction In my Bradley-Hingston Project, I’ve been researching William S. Taylor (1856-1928). For my genealogical “first pass” research for an ancestor, I attempt to find vital records, birth, death, and marriages. I also try … Continue reading

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Deciphering Foreign Language Records & the Appleton Public Library

I just watched an excellent presentation hosted by the Appleton Public Library, “Tips and Tricks for Deciphering Foreign Language Records” by Katherine Schober. It probably had the best tips and tricks for translating from other languages I’ve ever seen. Katherine … Continue reading

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