EMAILING FOR THE GREATER GOOD Join me JFYI-Some probably do receive the Rootsweb Review monthly, some may not so just passing along some info in the issue just out. #1-From Editor's DeskIn Memory of John Fuller Over the years there have been many volunteers who have made a great contribution to RootsWeb ? we currently have 20,000+ volunteers who assist with List and Board administration. One such volunteer was John Fuller. Anyone involved in the mailing lists is likely familiar with this name as John took on the responsibility of making sure the list descriptions were applicable, useful and up to date. This may not seem like a lot unless you know that we add lists weekly, and that we have 30,000+ mailing lists. John also maintained the Genealogy Resources on the Internet site, which is a one stop shopping for genealogical mailing lists on sites across the web. It is with sad hearts that we heard of his passing on June 14 after a long struggle with cancer. Until the end he was dedicated to assisting others ? Thank you John! [Yes indeed he was a wonderful man always willing to help over the years with the mailing lists and other resources. His passing is Sad!] #2-WorldConnect Hints The world of trees on RootsWeb changed last week. You will now see hints for Ancestry.com appearing in both the individual and pedigree views for persons in your tree(s). These hints will alert you to possible record matches for the individuals on your tree in databases on Ancestry.com. Our hope is that these hints may lead you to a record that will assist you in your research. [If you've noticed when you go to an individual tree, it might say 'a record match is available etc or however its said right on the person's tree, this is really an awesome addition rootsweb.ancestry.com have done. You can click right on that record and go right to whatever it is, a census, military card or marr record, what an awesome addition for researchers!! BUT you do need to have an ancestry.com account and already having it open and signed it really helps take you right to the record too!] #3-Ancestor Seekers September 2009 Salt Lake City Research Trip 31 AUGUST-5 SEPTEMBER 2009 Join others from throughout the U.S.A. and Canada for the dream genealogy vacation. Spend a whole week at the Family History Library, accessing the world's largest collection of genealogical records with help and advice from accredited genealogist professionals. Opening and closing socials, theater trip, and other optional activities! call TOLL FREE at 877-402-6846Don't miss the Salt Lake Family History ExpoAugust 28-29, 2009[So if anyone is in the area during those times what an awesome trip this would be to this event!] #4-Using RootsWeb By Mary Harrell-Sesniak"Genealogy is not just a pastime; it's a passion. "GEDCOMS and WorldConnect GEDCOMS are the nearly universal standard format for sharing genealogy. Developed by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, GEDCOM stands for GEnealogical Data COMmunication. The GEDCOM process allows exporting data from one genealogy program and importing into another. And many Web applications, such as WorldConnect, support GEDCOMS. [there is allot of info about how to submit and exactly what extentions should/not be used to submit in this issue, some great info, well worth subbing to Rootsweb Review which comes out monthly. Also they keep archives.] #5-PostemsThe Post-em feature alone is worth the experience searching rootsweb trees. As others find your lineage, they may leave you updates, corrections and source information![I love postem's and do agree its one great way to get in touch with/or have someone get in touch w/you to share more info or find a new relative! Use those postem's!! #6-FreepagesNew/Updated Freepages by IndividualsThe Genealogy JAM A study of the families Hepler, Hublar, Roberts, Huffman, Hanner, Biggs and DuBose and related families in South Carolina, North Carolina, and Indiana. Christopher Whitmore Family Tree and Genealogy The primary surnames are Whitmore, Glover, Lowe, Lomas, Hodcroft & Gudgeon. Secondary surnames include Vaughan, Cadman. If you have a new or substantially revised freepage at RootsWeb and would like to see it mentioned here, send the URL, the title, and a BRIEF description, including major surnames, to Editor-RWR@rootsweb.com If your genealogy- or history-related site is located somewhere other than RootsWeb, you can add the link to RootsWeb here. Request a Freepage (Free Web Account). [Great way to post your tree free or even a dna site] http://accounts.rootsweb.ancestry.com/?sssdmh=dm13.209333 Web Space on RootsWeb as described at http://www.rootsweb.com/~websites/ #7- RootsWeb Review welcomes short (500 words or less) articles, humor, stories, or letters, and reserves the right to edit all submissions. The announcement of books and products is provided as a community service and is not an endorsement in any way. Pictures for "The Darkroom" should be at least 72 dpi, preferably jpgs. All mail sent to the RootsWeb Review editor is considered to be for publication?send in plain text (please, no attachments) to Editor-RWR@rootsweb.com and please include your full name and e-mail address in the text. 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