Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Friday finds

Friday Finds: Week 7 – 2020

Here is a look at some websites I have visited this week

In this article – part of an ongoing “Introduction to Genealogy” series – Gena Philibert-Ortega describes what InterLibrary Loan is, and how it can help with your family history research” Go to GenealogyBank and read Genealogy 101: Family History Research & InterLibrary Loan

 


Qualicum Beach Family History Society claims that “Your ancestor’s life sketch or biography instantly becomes more fascinating when you add a little historical context to the mundane facts for their existence”. Read their article Adding Historical Events to Your Ancestors’ Lives


 Olivia Munson at The State Press tells us that Learning another language helped me connect with my heritage


The Legal Genealogist, Judy G. Russell is looking into the decline in genealogical DNA testing. Read her article Is the party over?


The blog Discover Genealogy tells us about MyHeritage’s new service MyHeritage In Color™ (wich) is an exciting new feature that lets you colorize your black and white photos automatically. The results are mind-blowing and are sure to impress your family and friends.Have a look at the great examples presented in the article Colourized Photos


Happy Valentine’s day! It’s today. I hope you get a card from someone who cares about you. In the Victorian era, Valentines could be quite stinging as this article by Crystal Ponti in the History magazine tells us  Victorian-Era ‘Vinegar’ Valentines Could Be Mean and Hostile


If not in Norway, where would you find a place called Nerstrand? In Minnesota of course! I happened on this article by Jeff M Sauve in MNOPEDIA telling about the Nerstrand Railway Station

 

 


Have a great weekend!
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