Author Archives: Don Taylor

Ancestor Bio – Hannah Bell McAllister Mullholland

Posted on August 11, 2019 by Don Taylor

Darling – McAllister – Bell By Don Taylor I often have difficulties researching ancestors who lived in Europe. Hannah is no exception. She was born, lived and died all within 50 miles of Workington, England. I am not 100% confident … Continue reading →

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Donna and “Chin Chin” at The Auditorium Theatre, Saginaw, Michigan – 26 Feb 1920

Posted on August 9, 2019 by Don Taylor

Vaudeville Chin Chin Donna Montran I have able to find 20 of the 29 days that February the venues that “Chin Chin” played during the month. Beginning in Minneapolis, the show played across Wisconsin, they had a few shows in … Continue reading →

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My Farmers in Sullivan County, Indiana

Posted on August 7, 2019 by Don Taylor

One of my favorite blogs is Genealogy à la carte. One of their regular features is “This week’s Crème de la Crème.” In it, Gail Dever provides a listing of what she thinks are the best genealogical blogs and articles … Continue reading →

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Montrans in the News – Maronites’ Society

Posted on August 5, 2019 by Don Taylor

Montran Monday By Don Taylor This week for Montran Monday[i], I found two articles from The Chat (Brooklyn, New York). They both appeared to relate to Montrans that lived in Brooklyn. Neither Mr. Montran nor his wife, May, are a … Continue reading →

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Cross-Country Travels

Posted on August 3, 2019 by Don Taylor

Saturday Night Genealogy Fun My Life By Don Taylor The Weekly Genealogist, produced by NEHGS, regularly has a survey question designed to make you think about your ancestors’ lives. They recently had a question asking if you or your ancestors … Continue reading →

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