Author Archives: Don Taylor

Ancestor Sketch – Arthur Wilson Bradley

52 Ancestors – Week 2018-23 Bradley-Hingston By Don Taylor It is interesting to encounter the event that suggests the rule. Arthur Wilson Bradley’s probate is probably an example of what not to do. On the other hand, it might be … Continue reading

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Surname Study – Vinson – Halifax County, NC – Part 4

Surname Saturday Howell/Vinson By Don Taylor During Part 3 of this study, I examined the Vinson family of Halifax County, North Carolina during the 1850 Census. This week I step back to the 1840 Census. 1840 Census The 1840 Census … Continue reading

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Donna Darling Collection – Part 29

Globe Theatre Treasure Chest Thursday By Don Taylor Donna Montran – Ill and Injured The Donna Darling Collection has a page that included four little clippings. None of the four were dated. Elsewhere on that scrapbook page are articles regarding … Continue reading

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Surname Saturday – Swayze

Darling Line By Don Taylor Name Origin Swayze is a variant of the English name Swasey. The meaning of the name is unknown; however, the Dictionary of American Family Names suggests it possibly is “an Anglicized form of Dutch Swijse(n), … Continue reading

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Don Taylor Genealogy – Privacy Policy

With all the talk about the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Privacy Policies, I thought I’d update mine. Don Taylor Genealogy Privacy Policy I do not share personal information with third-parties nor do I store information collected about your … Continue reading

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