Tag Archives: family histories

Just Shelved: Family Histories

Posted on May 11, 2009 by swesson

Because our Center can’t purchase every family history available, and because some family histories are beyond the reach of the usual library selection resources, we rely on donations—and the Scott County Genealogy Society—to keep our collection of nine-twenty-nine-point twos*  thriving. … Continue reading →

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In Defense of Ordinary Ancestors

Posted on April 6, 2009 by swesson

“An Authority said not long ago that there are only 40 or 50 American families that are in any way entitled to the insignia of nobility, but you cannot get the average American who has made money to believe that.  … Continue reading →

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