Has anyone on the list installed the new version of Family Tree Maker 2006? I am eager to hear an assessment/evaluation and to know specifically if there is any improvement in the function for printing reports. Previous versions have been a disappointment with report printing. W

The Genealogy Summer Camp described below is a type of activity all our children and grandchildren need to go to - regardless of race, creed, color, ethnic or national background - all of them - too much family history is being lost because family history - genealogy is not seen as 'cool' - 'kewl' by younger generations. . . Cordially - Joe Greene ********************************************** Students at genealogy camp trace their roots http://www.cnn.com/2005/EDUCATION/08/08/genealogy.camp.ap/index.html NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana (AP) -- Jameel Reese expected to spend his summer swimming, hanging out, goofing off with friends. Instead, he spent it finding family. Jameel discovered his great, great, great grandfather by -- of all things -- going to camp. He and six other black children age 7 to 15 attended Youth Genealogy Camp, which seeks to nurture an appreciation for the struggles of those who came before them. "He was trained to be a casket maker while he was still a slave," the soft-spoken 12-year-old said of his ancestor. "He was sold when he was 11. He must have cried a lot then." The monthlong day camp is the brainchild of Antoinette Harrell-Miller, founder of the nonprofit African American Genealogy Connection. "So many kids have no idea of their own history," she said. "They don't stop and think about how their family got here or how they lived." Harrell-Miller discussed the idea of the camp on her local cable-access TV show, "Knowing Your Family History." She and a group of parents financed the camp, spending about $1,200 on this first year. "Parents started calling me and saying they wanted their kids to attend," she said. The campers pored over records in the library and The Amistad Research Center at Tulane University. They also visited cemeteries and older family members and went to parish courthouses. They dug through birth and death certificates, deeds, registrations and voting lists. "We took them to federal and state offices so they could learn how to get records," Harrell-Miller said. "The thrust of the camp was to teach them how and where to get information." Younger campers, who might have struggled with some of the more difficult searches, were asked to bring pictures of relatives from home. "It's pretty rough to have to get up early in the summer and drag yourself down to the library, but it was worth it," said 12-year-old Jordan Rock. "I found out about 'Wild Man' Rock, who was a Mardi Gras Indian master. And L.C. Beauregard, he was in my family and he was a mulatto policeman in the 1880s." As fascinated as Jordan was with his ancestors, his 15-year-old sister, Amandia, was even more amazed by the discovery of a white member of the family tree. "She was my father's great, great, great grandmother," Amandia said. "I was shocked. I never thought of myself as being white in any way." 'A story about me' Akanke McKinsey, 10, said she thought the camp might be boring, but it wasn't: "It was like reading a story about me," she said. Akanke proudly displayed a picture of a 1910 federal grand jury that shows her ancestor Homer Cyprien. "He was the first black man invited to sit on a federal grand jury in Louisiana," she said. Discoveries like that, and the sense of family history they give a child, are important for the city of New Orleans, said Mayor Ray Nagin. "This may be one of the keys for unlocking what is one of the biggest problems in our city," he said. "Our young men, more than anyone else, need to know their history. They are the ones dropping out of school and getting into drugs and crime and shooting each other." Harrell-Miller said she welcomes white campers next summer. She said it is easier for people with European ancestors to trace their genealogy because records have been better preserved, she said. Harrell-Miller has backed a bill filed by Louisiana Sen. Mary Landrieu that would establish a national archive for the preservation of vital records relating to slaves and their descendants. "I thought about it when I went to Ellis Island," Harrell-Miller said. "There were records there for people of European descent to discover their heritage, but where do African-Americans go?" Records are now scattered in courthouses, county seats and historical societies, she said. "Many times they have been lost or destroyed," Harrell-Miller said. "We need to have a central place for them before more are lost." Meanwhile, the camp has created some junior genealogists. "I've done my family tree on my father's side," said 7-year-old Sarauniya Zulu. "It was a lot of work and I still have to do my mother's side." Copyright 2005 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Find this article at: http://www.cnn.com/2005/EDUCATION/08/08/genealogy.camp.ap/index.html

Would anyone have records of, or suggestion where I can find record of a murder, and or trial, and final disposition of a murder of James Miller, by a John CARTER in 1823... Supposedly happened Shelby Co., Ky., or nearby...Thanks Dick Carter rcar37@prodigy.net

Greetings: I have had some questions about the Hammon book about Battle of Blue Licks since my posting. Below is the reply from the National Treas. of The Boone Society about who might be mentioned in the book. Hope this helps. The Boone Society website is www.boonesociety.org for information about ordering the book. ###################### "The answer to your question is most definitely. Although it was not the purpose of the author, Neal Hammon, to establish a definitive list of men who fought at the Battle of Blue Licks, he has compiled the names found on the lists of several sources. So, his may be the most complete listing available. Besides that, the story is gripping and the appendices are fascinating. I expect printing to begin next week with the book ready for mailing two weeks later."

I am looking forward to my two copies of Neal O. Hammon's book -- DANIEL BOONE AND THE DEFEAT OF BLUE LICKS I have already sent my orders to the National Treasurer of The Boone Society. I am glad they are nearly ready for distribution. www.boonesociety.org Cousin Ivan of Trafalgar

I don't ususally do this, but thought it needed to be sent to all of my IN list. Subject: current situation at the Indiana State Archives This letter was written by one of the 41 current volunteers at the Indiana State Archives. Last year we contributed volunteers hours to equal 2 1/2 paid employees. There are 7 Archives employees. I did not write the letter, but I support this position totally. Please act if you value or use the Archives. Sharon Mills WARNING! Records For Your Genealogical Research and historical documents that chronicle indiana history Are At Risk Background: During his term, Governor O’Bannon appointed Co-Directors of the Indiana Commission on Public Records (ICPR). Dr. Alan January was placed in charge of The Indiana State Archives and Records Center. The other Co-Director (CD2) was placed in charge of Forms Management and Micrographics (basically the downtown operation) as well as budget matters. They were jointly responsible for Records Preservation. (See for more info.) While overseeing the operation of the Archives, Dr. January has nurtured a volunteer program that has allowed researchers the opportunity to access records, both on site and via the internet, that were previously not available - primarily because the bare-bones Archives staff did not have the time to process those records. Under Dr. January’s guidance, the volunteers have broken records each year for the number of hours worked toward making this information available to you. When Governor Daniels took office, one of the demands placed on him was to appoint directors of many State agencies and offices, including the ICPR. Until such time as he made those appointments, the current directors remained in place. Apparently at some time this year (probably in January) CD2 was appointed as Acting Director over the entire ICPR operation. I say ‘apparently’ because at no time was anyone at the Indiana State Archives, employee or volunteer, officially notified of this change in leadership. Why should this change concern you? CD2 has made some decisions since acting as interim director that potentially have a negative effect on your genealogy research: · CD2 denied the acceptance of a delivery of confidential state records. These records were consequently left on an open receiving dock at the Government Center downtown until the Governor’s Office was asked to intervene. · CD2 had planned to destroy more than fifty skids of historic and valuable newspapers even though the ICPR had previously made a signed agreement to store them for the Indiana State Library. · CD2 has asked State Archives employees (purportedly in an effort to get caught up with the backlog created by the lack of sufficient employees) to “sample” records. CD2’s intent, in one example, is to randomly pull complete records from the Indiana Dept. of Corrections, while keeping only the photo and record cards (not the entire record) for the remainder of the prisoners. Imagine if the full records of notorious figures like John Dillinger, Stephen Judy and Mike Tyson – just to name a few – were not part of those “sample” records. imagine if the full records of one of your relatives was not included in those samples. Because of the interim appointment, CD2 seems to be the obvious candidate for permanent appointment to the Director position. The State’s fiscal year begins July 1st, which means the funds may be available to fill the position permanently, so the clock is ticking. As volunteers who devote time to preserving these historic records, it is most discomforting to imagine a director who does not place the necessary value on the retention of this priceless information. Remember, these are PUBLIC records, which means they are YOUR records. Are these examples of how you want your records maintained? What can you do? If this issue is important to you, please take the time to write, e-mail or call any or all of the following contacts and request that the current Acting Director of the ICPR NOT be selected as the permanent Director. In addition, if you have knowledge of Dr. Alan January’s dedication to preserving our past, please feel free to ask that he be placed in the position of permanent ICPR Director. Contacts: Mitch Daniels, Indiana Governor: Phone: 317-232-4567 US Mail: Office of the Governor Indianapolis, IN 46204-2797 Indiana General Assembly: Internet: www.in.gov/legislative/contact/index.html Betsy Burdick, Director of Cabinet & Agency Affairs: Phone: 317-233-9997 Address: c/o Governor’s Office Room 206 200 W. Washington St. Indianapolis, IN 46204-2728 Internet: bburdick@gov.IN.gov Jon Vanator, Assistant to Intergovernmental Affairs: Phone: 317-233-4198 Address: c/o Governor’s Office Room 105 200 W. Washington St. Indianapolis, IN 46204-2728 Internet: jvanator@got.IN.gov ==== INCLINTO Mailing List ==== Clinton County Queries posted on the GenConnect Boards. http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/In/Clinton

Thank you for sharing this dilemma with fellow researchers. This happened several years ago in Kentucky and luckily has not been as bad as anticipated. We always need to be aware of any decision that affects our research ability including bills before state or federal legislative bodies. If records are destroyed or not made available we all suffer, so thank you again for the notice. Bax McClure

This is a purely partisan political statement that has no place on this website. The presumption that a Democrat will do a better job than a Republican is silly.

Good Morning List I was wondering if SKS could check a Birth record for me Please in 1881 England Census Richard ROBESON was listed as birthplace United States Occupation Stevesdore Labourer aged 55 yrs old = born 1826 wife Elizabeth b Stephney Middlesex 5-6 children born Middlesex area I know Richard was Captain ROBESON in 1865 , he was appointed by the Uniteted States Consulate , after the death of the original Captain ( he was listed as Captain Richardson ) as I never knew where in United States I now have a lead to Kentucky in 1850 KY Census County Todd shows Alfred Robeson 34 KY Elizabeth Robeson 32 KY ( nee Elizabeth Ann Tucker ) John Robeson 17 KY Samuel Robeson 14 KY Richard Robeson 12 KY Harvey Robeson 11 KY Francis Robeson 9 1/2 KY this makes my Richard as being born 1838 my Richard married a Elizabeth Tate Barratt I thought in Middlesex , I can find no marriage in England their first child born in Middlesex was Eliza 1862 Ellen b abt 1863 Richard Harry Alfred b 1874 Harwhich Gertrude b 1879 Poplar William C b 1881 as the gap in births would explain being a Captain in 1865 but I have been given information for the 1860 Ky Census 1860 Kentucky, Muhlenberg Co., Dist. 2, Greenville Post Robertson, Richard, 23, m, farmer, , KY ................, Eliza, 22, f, domestic, KY ................, John, 1, m, KY IF this is my Richard did he marry in KY , then moved to England and had rest of his children , one being my gt gt grandfather Richard named his son Richard Henry Alfred Robeson , born 1874 Harwhich England IF this is my family there name has changed through out Census from Robeson to Roberson , to Robertson 1840 known as Robeson / Robinson 1850 known as Robeson 1860 known as Robertson 1880 known as Roberson Could anyone shed some light Please if this could be my Richard or if he did marry in KY much appreciated in advance Thank you Debbie Debbie @ iinet

Does anyone have a record of a marriage license, for a wedding of John CARTER jr.,or John J Carter, to a Elizabeth Ann Carter, in Boone Co., 11-23-1829. Any help appreciated... Dick Carter rcar37@prodigy.net

I need a look-up of a Charles Schultise who married Pearl COTNER of Cordon, Ind. They had a son Ernest SCHULTISE b; 1/ 31/ 1910 d; 8/ 5/ 62. He married Mary CUNDIFF b; 6/ 8/ 1910. thanks in advance. Jean

Evans and Nelson ReunionFamily and friends are all invited to attend the annual Nelson Reunion for the descendants of Jave and Ellen Evans Nelson on August 6, 2005, at the Farmers Grove Baptist Church fellowship hall in the Blockhouse Valley area of Anderson County, TN, beginning at 11:00 A. M. Bring food for a covered dish lunch at noon. There will be fun and games for the kids after lunch and music to be enjoyed by the adults. There will be the usual displays of family histories, pictures and other memorabilia, so bring anything you want to display. Jave and Ellen were married in Anderson County in 1877. They lived on Black Oak Ridge where the water tanks in Oak Ridge now set. Their children included David, Henry, Catherine Nelson Tadlock, Frank, Tom, Cynthia Nelson Wilson, Page, Taylor, Sam, and Clara Nelson Yerkes. Ellen was the daughter of Thomas J. and Permelia York Evans who moved to Tennessee from Knox County, Kentucky in the 1870's. Jave is thought to have been a direct descendant of Joseph Anderson for whom Anderson County is named. For more information, contact Carolyn Nelson Johnson at <mamawcarolyn@peoplepc.com>.

http://www.bulletinboards.com/view.cfm?comcode=RICH10&cat=1 Perhaps someone out there can help some on this list search for their missing veteran. pat

Jean, This website will tell you how to get a birth certificate. I do not believe they have it online. http://chfs.ky.gov/dph/vital/ They have all the information you will need to find it. Cindy -----Original Message----- From: Jksladyjean@aol.com [mailto:Jksladyjean@aol.com] Sent: Friday, July 01, 2005 3:56 PM To: KENTUCKIANA-L@rootsweb.com Subject: [KENTUCKIANA-L] Birth records I am looking for the birth record of Pearlene Jones. She was born in the old city hospital in Louisville, Jefferson Co. Ky in August 5, 1938. Where can I get birth records? Thanks in advance. Jean ==== KENTUCKIANA Mailing List ==== Please no spam, chain letters, virus notices, etc. on the list. If in doubt, check it out with the list administrator first. Violations of these few prohibitions may result in removal from the list. pmount@nre.umass.edu ============================== Jumpstart your genealogy with OneWorldTree. Search not only for ancestors, but entire generations. Learn more: http://www.ancestry.com/s13972/rd.ashx

I am looking for the birth record of Pearlene Jones. She was born in the old city hospital in Louisville, Jefferson Co. Ky in August 5, 1938. Where can I get birth records? Thanks in advance. Jean

1860 KY Scott Stamping Ground PO M653 Roll 394 pg 945 SAMUEL J W 35 M Grocer B KY Hester A 22 F B KY A. R. 40 M B OH John 3 M all the rest B KY E. A Bond 19 F Sarah E 17 F 1870 IN Decautur San Creek TWP M 593 Roll 308 pg 154 SANUELS John W 46 M W Grocery Store B KY Hester 30 F W B OH Alice 9 F W All the rest B KY John D. 8 M W Minnie 6 F W Household: Name RelationMarital StatusGenderRaceAgeBirthplaceOccupationFather's BirthplaceMother's Birthplace John W. SAMUEL Self M Male W 56 KY Saloon Keeper VA VA Hester A. SAMUEL Wife M Female W 44 OH Keeps House OH PA Alice M. SAMUEL Dau S Female W 19 KY House Works KY OH John S. SAMUEL Son S Male W 17 KY Odd Jobs KY OH Minnie SAMUEL Dau S Female W 15 KY At School KY OH Arthur SAMUEL Son S Male W 7 IN At School KY OH Source Information: Census PlaceNebraska, Jennings, Indiana Family History Library Film 1254288 NA Film Number T9-0288 Page Number 307A -- Teddy List Mom for the Grayson Co Ky List, Brady, Vertrees, Ford, Fulkerson,and Commonwealth http://www.kygenweb.net/pd-res/deford.html -------------- Original message -------------- > Seeking info on John W. SAMUEL. Name has also appeared as SAMUELS. > Located in Scott County, KY in 1860 but, I have only seen an index and would > like to see data from that census with family members, occupation, etc. > He may have married HESTER (last name unknown) in that area and his first child > known to me is Alice Mae born about 1861 in KY. > Any info on birth records, marriage records, and family ancestry would be > greatly > appreciated. > Thanks and God Bless! Bob boblin@bright.net > > > ==== KENTUCKIANA Mailing List ==== > When posting, please use the SUBJECT line effectively, > this increases your responses and makes it easier to > find in the archives later. > http://searches.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/listsearch.pl?list=kentuckiana > > ============================== > Search the US Census Collection. Over 140 million records added in the > last 12 months. Largest online collection in the world. Learn more: > http://www.ancestry.com/s13965/rd.ashx >

Seeking info on John W. SAMUEL. Name has also appeared as SAMUELS. Located in Scott County, KY in 1860 but, I have only seen an index and would like to see data from that census with family members, occupation, etc. He may have married HESTER (last name unknown) in that area and his first child known to me is Alice Mae born about 1861 in KY. Any info on birth records, marriage records, and family ancestry would be greatly appreciated. Thanks and God Bless! Bob boblin@bright.net

In the 1850 Fed. Census for Clinton Co., Il. Dist. 68 there is a James Ingram living with a man named War/Weir who is 25 yrs. old. This could be James' son or a grandson. In the 1860 Fed. Census for Little Piney, Phelps Co., Mo. War/Weir's name is now J. W. Ingram. Just guessing here: Old man James was married the 3rd time to a lady with the maiden name of Weir. There were two Weir families in Hopkins County, KY in 1830..I found with that spelling in the state of Kentucky. Andrew Weir and his wife (or the female presumed to be his wife) were 30-40, (I'd say closer to 30) Son under 5 Son 5-10, daughter under 5, 2 daughters 5-10. Ben G. Weir -3 males 20-30, 1 male under 5-, 1 female 20-30, assuming she is the wife of one of the males since there is a child. There were a number of Weirs in Kentucky in 1820. Does this ring any bells for anyone out there? Dianne Ingram in Oregon __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com

I've located a Edw. F. Metzger born 1896 d. 1943 at Cave Hill Cemetery in Louisville, KY. Does anyone know anything about this family? He is buried near Elizabeth Groeppe Metzger b. 1869-1947 (I'm assuming his mother), and his father Christ(short for Christian?)Metzger born 1857-1920. There is also a Korlhage family buried near them. Charlene in Seymour, IN ____________________________________________________ Yahoo! Sports Rekindle the Rivalries. Sign up for Fantasy Football http://football.fantasysports.yahoo.com

I am looking for Ray and Pearl Van Fleet. They had 2 sons. One was Terry or Terance and Frank. Thank in advance Jean