Category Archives: Research Tools

Focus on methodologies and resources:
– DNA & Genetic Genealogy:
– Autosomal, mtDNA, Y-DNA, ThruLines Thursday
– Research Tips & Strategies:
– Brick Wall Research, General Help
– Transcription & Documentation:
– Amanuensis, Transcription

Mitochondrial DNA and Minerva Ann (Tolliver) Mannin

Posted on November 18, 2017 by Don Taylor

By Don Taylor One of the great controversies in my genealogical efforts is in my Brown/Manning ancestors and relates to the parentage of Minerva Ann (Tolliver) Mannin. I know quite a bit about Minerva. She was born in Carter County, … Continue reading →

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DNA – Glennis’ Paternal Search – Part 8

Posted on September 18, 2017 by Don Taylor

Following Morgan/Morgan/May By Don Taylor My half-sister Glennis is a DNA match on Ancestry.Com with several individuals who have common ancestors with Francis and Fannie (McGregor) Morgan. In the search to determine Glennis’ biological father, I am continuing to develop … Continue reading →

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DNA Match leads to 3rd Great’s

Posted on August 15, 2017 by Don Taylor

Autosomal DNA Brown/Manning/Fannin Line By Don Taylor On 23 and Me, I contacted a cousin I’ll call “JK.” The individual shared 1.34% of his DNA with my mother and .77% of his DNA with me. He also shared .91% of … Continue reading →

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Maine Marriage Records

Posted on July 16, 2017 by Don Taylor

By Don Taylor I recently had the opportunity to be a Genealogy “brick wall buster,” which is a person who helps someone break through their genealogical brick walls. They say teaching a subject helps the teacher learn the topic even … Continue reading →

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It’s Another First Cousin

Posted on June 11, 2017 by Don Taylor

Roberts DNA By Don Taylor One of the benefits of using Ancestry DNA for Genetic Testing is their vast database.  Because there are so many people in their system, you are much more likely to have a DNA match. Sure … Continue reading →

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