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Author: Maxine Watt

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  • By Maxine Watt
  • 17 October, 2012
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Although doing research in a foreign country can be problematic, it can still be done. I have had lots of success researching the ancestors of my four children – Van … Continue Reading →

10 Mistakes to Avoid when doing your Family Tree

  • By Maxine Watt
  • 17 October, 2012
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Everyone makes mistakes – even me! 1. Forgetting to record information on family history forms – Organisation is key when doing your research. Either use standard genealogy forms, or chart … Continue Reading →

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Cemetery Etiquette

  • By Maxine Watt
  • 25 August, 2012
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  Cemeteries are an amazing resource for tracing your Family Tree but there are basic guidelines to follow. When visiting a cemetery remember to respect both the living and the … Continue Reading →

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Make a Timeline

  • By Maxine Watt
  • 25 August, 2012
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Viewing this timeline gives you a nice overview of their life. This also makes it possible to see unaccounted time gaps and possible lapses in your research.   A timeline … Continue Reading →

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Name Variations

  • By Maxine Watt
  • 25 August, 2012
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      Always remember that your ancestor might have been known by several different first names. This can be especially confusing when a researcher focuses on one name only. … Continue Reading →

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Conflicting Information in Census Records

  • By Maxine Watt
  • 25 August, 2012
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    Something to consider is that we do not know who answered the census questions. Was it the ‘Head’ of the family, typically the husband, who never knew his … Continue Reading →

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Genealogy for Free

  • By Maxine Watt
  • 25 August, 2012
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Genealogy is simply the study of family lineage. YOUR Genealogy is the study of YOUR family lineage. If you do not have the time or patience to do the research … Continue Reading →

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