Begining March 2nd, 2020 the Mailing Lists functionality on RootsWeb will be discontinued. Users will no longer be able to send outgoing emails or accept incoming emails.  Additionally, administration tools will no longer be available to list administrators and mailing lists will be put into an archival state.  Administrators may save the emails in their list prior to March 2nd. After that, mailing list archives will remain available and searchable on RootsWeb In light of above annoucement few days ago. The original NY-Western list was declared inactive because the previous listowner disappeared  and no replacement was found by Ancestry staff. https://groups.io/g/NY-Western-Region scroll down to blue button "Join this Group" or [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> Covers same counties as in original list with list with 2 counties added to what is known as Genesee Country Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Monroe, Niagara, Orleans, and Wyoming David Samuelsen

I've "rescued" an old autograph album which once belonged to Charles E. HUTCHINSON of New York. It was a gift from his Aunt Josephine AXTMAN and includes entries from family members including Aunts, Cousins, Mother, Grandfather, and his Father along with a number of friends. Entries in the album date from 1887 to 1905 ending with Charles' death in 1905. Entries included in the album are as follows: Autograph Album - To Charlie HUTCHINSON from his Aunt Josephine "Charley" Note - Charlie E. HUTCHINSON died 25 Oct 1905 18 Aug 1887 Family: . Josephine AXTMAN, "Aunt" . Emily AXTMANNS, "Cousin" . Mary AXMAN, "Aunt", Volusia 1887 . "Mama", Volusia, 18 Aug 1887 . August AXTMANN . Auguste AXMAN, Volusia 17 Jan 1888 . C. C. HUTCHINSON, Westfield, NY 14 Dec 1888 Friends: . Flora B. DINSBIER, 15 Dec 1888 . Ella FOX, 16 Dec 1888 . Ora H. HASKINS, Ellery NY . Minnie HASKIN, Ellery, NY, 10 Feb 1901 . Florence U. BALDWIN, 6 Jan 1892, Lombard, Chaut. Co., NY . Hattie B. JONES, 6 Jan 1892, Lombard, Chaut Co., NY . Mary COFFIN, 17 Dec 1888 Other items: . "Ich gratulire" card - a souvenir for Charles HUTCHINSON . Snap Shot of river and roadway Based on limited research I was able to gather the following information regarding Charles and his family: Charles Emil Emmit HUTCHINSON Jr. was b. 13 Sept 1874 in Westfield, NY to parents Charles Emil Emmit C. HUTCHINSON Sr. (b. 17 May 1839 in Kendall, NY-d. 11 Feb 1902 in Westfield, NY - parents Stephen T. HUTCHINSON and Mary B. CHAFIL) and Georgette Agnas AXTMANN or AXMAN (b. Mar 1852 in France-d. 24 Mar 1917 in State Line, NY). Charles had two siblings, Louie Auguste HUTCHINSON (1887-1961) and Laura Winifred HUTCHINSON (1891-1972). Charles married Lottie BARNETTE on 26 Aug 1895 in Westfield, NY and Charles died 25 Oct 1905 in Buffalo or Elma, NY. His Mother Georgette married Frederick SWARTZ (1844-1934) after her first husband died. Mary Emily AXTMAN was b. 1 Apr 1876 in Pennsylvania to parents Charles Emil or Emile AXTMANN (b. 1847 in France-d. 1888 in New York, NY- son of Aloise AXTMANN of Mary C.) and Josephine SCHOOR or SCHOR (b. 1851). Mary had one sibling a brother August Alphous AXTMAN (b. 1877). Mary married John J. REED (1873-1915) and they had three children including, John August; Luke C.; and William A. REED all born between 1902 and 1908. Mary Emily died Aug 1972 in Poughkeepsie, NY. Mary E. AXMAN b. 1847 was married to August H. AXMAN (1844-1910) and she died in 1939 and is buried in the Westfield Cemetery in Westfield, NY. They had two children a baby girl who died in infancy and a son, Paul C. AXMAN (1890-1961). Her husband August is also buried in the same cemetery. Census records provide the following details: 1880 census of New York, NY: Emil AXTMANN, age 33, a Hotel Clerk, born France, parents born France Josephine AXTMANN, wife, age 29, Keeps House, born France, parents born France Emily AXTMAN, dau, age 4, born NY August AXTMAN, son, age 3, born NY 1800 census of Westfield, NY: Charles HUTCHINSON, age 41, a Farmer, born NY, parents born NY Georgette HUTCHINSON, wife, age 28, Keeps House, born France, parents born France Charles HUTCHINSON, son, age 5, at School 1900 census of Poughkeepsie, NY: Josephine AXTMANN, age 49 August AXTMANN, age 22 1900 census of Westfield, NY: Charles C. HUTCHINSON, age 61, born May 1839, married 26 years, born NY, parents born NY/CT, a Farmer Georgetta A. HUTCHINSON, wife, age 48, born Mar 1856, married 26 years, 3 children/3 living, born France, parents born France, to USA 1872 Louie A. HUTCHINSON, son, age 13, born Apr 1887, born NY, at School Laura W. HUTCHINSON, dau, age 9, born May 1891, born NY, at School 1900 census of Ellery, NY: Charles HUTCHINSON, age 24, born Sept 1875, married 5 years, born NY, parents born NY/France, a Farm Laborer Luttie HUTCHINSON, wife, age 21, born Dec 1878, married 5 years, no children, born NY, parents born NY + 1 Laborer 1910 census of Poughkeepsie, NY: A. August AXTMAN, age 32, married 6 years, born PA, parents born Germany, a Bookkeeper C. Catharina AXTMAN, wife, age 28, married 6 years, 2 children/2 living, born Ireland, parents born Ireland C. August AXTMAN, son, age 4, born NY Catharina AXTMAN, dau, age 2, born NY 1910 census of Westfield, NY: August AXMAN, age 66, married 25 years, to USA 1872, born France, parents born France, a Farmer Mary AXMAN, wife, age 63, married 25 years, born NY, parents born NY Paul AXMAN, son, age 20, born NY, a School Teacher I'm hoping to locate someone from the family so that the album can be returned to the care of family. If you are a member of this family, or you know someone who might be, please contact me. Thanks, Shelley

I've "rescued" an old photograph of Mabel A. PRUDOM which was taken at the A. J. Richards Studio in Medina, NY in 1900. Mabel appears to be in her teens at the time the photograph was taken. Based on limited research I was able to locate the following information regarding Mabel and her family: Mabel or Mable A. PRUDOM was b. 7 Jul 1884 or 1885 in Niagara, NY to parents Thomas C. or K. PRUDOM (1854-1924) and Emma BIRD (1860-1926). Mable or Mabel was one of 7 children born to this family including, Nina R.; Mabel or Mable; Grace May; Ruth J.; and Bernice; George Bird; and Harald or Harold A. PRUDOM, all born between 1881 and 1901. It appears that her father may have had a child from an earlier marriage as well, a daughter Pauline PRUDOM. Mabel married Frank M. HOAG (1880-1959) and she died 20 Mar 1972 in Buffalo, NY. Census records provide the following information regarding the family: 1900 census of Ridgeway, NY: - a Servant in the home of Walter & Madge GRAY Mabel PRUDOM, age 15, born Jul 1884, born NY, parents born England/NY, a Servant 1910 census of Royalton, NY: - a Servant in the home of Cornelius & Lizzie W. MACK Mabel PRUDOM, age 25, born NY, parents born England/NY, a Private Family Nurse 1920 census of Royalton, NY: - a Servant in the home of Cornelius & Mary MACK Mabel PRUDOM, age 35, born NY, parents born England/NY, a Housekeeper I am hoping to locate someone from the family so that the photograph can be returned to their care. If you are a member of this family, or you know someone who might be, please contact me. Thanks, Shelley

Hi,I searched my records and came up empty.Sorry.Melissa Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Mon, Jan 7, 2019 at 10:38 AM, Delia Robinson<[email protected]> wrote: Hi Susanne,     I did a quick search this morning but did not find him.  Can you give me anything else, like - Father, Mother, Wife?  Maybe date of birth or where and when he died?  I will look some more on this end. Dee Robinson, Reference Librarain Hoag Library, Albion, NY On Sun, Jan 6, 2019 at 4:32 AM Susanne Hieber via NYORLEAN < [email protected]> wrote: > Am working on the DAVIS family who lived in Barre in the mid 1800s.  Lots > of families.  Mine is DANIEL O DAVIS.Would like to exchange information, > if possible.  Trying to collect the names of all his children. > Susanne [email protected] > > _______________________________________________ > > _______________________________________________ > Email preferences: http://bit.ly/rootswebpref > Unsubscribe > https://lists.rootsweb.com/postorius/lists/[email protected] > Privacy Statement: https://ancstry.me/2JWBOdY Terms and Conditions: > https://ancstry.me/2HDBym9 > Rootsweb Blog: http://rootsweb.blog > RootsWeb is funded and supported by Ancestry.com and our loyal RootsWeb > community > _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ Email preferences: http://bit.ly/rootswebpref Unsubscribe https://lists.rootsweb.com/postorius/lists/[email protected] Privacy Statement: https://ancstry.me/2JWBOdY Terms and Conditions: https://ancstry.me/2HDBym9 Rootsweb Blog: http://rootsweb.blog RootsWeb is funded and supported by Ancestry.com and our loyal RootsWeb community

Hi Susanne, I did a quick search this morning but did not find him. Can you give me anything else, like - Father, Mother, Wife? Maybe date of birth or where and when he died? I will look some more on this end. Dee Robinson, Reference Librarain Hoag Library, Albion, NY On Sun, Jan 6, 2019 at 4:32 AM Susanne Hieber via NYORLEAN < [email protected]> wrote: > Am working on the DAVIS family who lived in Barre in the mid 1800s. Lots > of families. Mine is DANIEL O DAVIS.Would like to exchange information, > if possible. Trying to collect the names of all his children. > Susanne [email protected] > > _______________________________________________ > > _______________________________________________ > Email preferences: http://bit.ly/rootswebpref > Unsubscribe > https://lists.rootsweb.com/postorius/lists/[email protected] > Privacy Statement: https://ancstry.me/2JWBOdY Terms and Conditions: > https://ancstry.me/2HDBym9 > Rootsweb Blog: http://rootsweb.blog > RootsWeb is funded and supported by Ancestry.com and our loyal RootsWeb > community >

Am working on the DAVIS family who lived in Barre in the mid 1800s.  Lots of families.   Mine is DANIEL O DAVIS.Would like to exchange information, if possible.  Trying to collect the names of all his children. Susanne [email protected]

Dee will speak on famous women from Orleans County-often overlooked. Also, genealogists will be on hand to assist you with research questions, and info on DNA testing. A free event! Sent from my iPad

*September Program: "The Research Room at the Livingston County Historian's Office" with Amie Alden* *Date: *Saturday, September 15, 2018 *Time: *10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. *Location: *Buffalo History Museum, One Museum Court, Buffalo, NY 14216 *Cost: *Free and open to the public. *Program Description: *The Livingston County Historian's Office, located in Mt. Morris, N.Y, has a large repository of historical archives dating back to the early 19th century. With a full-time County Historian and a public research center open to the public every weekday, the office has greatly expanded genealogical services with a vast online search engine, links to digital resources, and more. Now researchers are able to more quickly find information they are seeking. This program will explore the various programs and services the Livingston County Historian's Office provides, the types of resources available, and how to access them. Most at no charge. *About the Speaker: *Ms. Alden is a native of Geneseo, Livingston County and has worked in the County Historian's Office since 1997, first as deputy for seven years before being appointed full time county historian in 2004. Her responsibilities include: overseeing the activities of the 17 Livingston County town historians; management of the county’s history research center; presenting public programs on local history; and research and writing. She co-authored *The Sullivan Campaign of the Revolutionary War: The Impact on Livingston County 1779 – 2004* and *Sentimental Journey; The Photography of Jason Sanford Hewitt*; and was editor of *Blue Devils in Vietnam: Geneseo Central School, New York Vietnam Veterans chronicle their lives before, during, and after the war*. She is currently working on a new book entitled *An Ideal Spot: The History of Murray Hill, Mt. Morris, N.Y.* Ms. Alden is a founding organizer and past-Executive Chair of the Government Appointed Historians of Western New York and served on the Regional Advisory Board of the Rochester area Documentary Heritage Program for several years. She is currently serving on the New York State Historical Records Advisory Board. *>> Presented in partnership with the Livingston County Historian's Office and the Buffalo History Museum* Sincerely, Jennifer Liber Raines *Chair of Community Outreach & Publicity* Western New York Genealogical Society, Inc. P.O. Box 338, Hamburg, NY 14075-0338 [email protected] https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.wnygs.org&d=DwIFaQ&c=kKqjBR9KKWaWpMhASkPbOg&r=OhUAoJEfwgr6uDJCZY0b8PKGL1OiVXY2EZUS1pNHFdA&m=xACO5hdWbzj2qhKqbHxcqIdMirxf8aqLbFnMsfl3I3o&s=aW2F-AFv7I-U-BuFKuLbHqNe7dSIiTFVCLEZb15saPM&e=

Please be advised... do not reply... The links from within the SAMPUBCO site https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.sampubco.com_wills_index.htm&d=DwICaQ&c=kKqjBR9KKWaWpMhASkPbOg&r=OhUAoJEfwgr6uDJCZY0b8PKGL1OiVXY2EZUS1pNHFdA&m=WQRUWWaCT3EdJyIzp4f_KMuCLSqx5PwQqu5XCitlpJg&s=vKZ5k7zyIuhoCBYytI0IdDuYeOI6UUhjCCh3QM_vIAM&e= leading to FamilySearch's free site for images of will records have been updated for this county, reflecting some changes You need free FamilySearch account in order to see the images in question. If you find you can not see for any reason, then you will need to go to nearest FamilySearch's Family History Center to see them. W David Samuelsen SAMPUBCO

*Grandpa’s Invention: Genealogical Research with U.S. Patents* *Date: *Saturday, May 12, 2018 *Time: *10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. *Location: *Buffalo & Erie County Public Library, Central Branch, 1 Lafayette Circle, Buffalo, NY 14203. *Cost: *Free and open to the public. *Presented by Western New York Genealogical Society and the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. * Searching for patents and navigating the U.S. patents system can be an overwhelming task. This workshop will take away some of the mystery and highlight the possible rewards. Did a relative member come up with a great idea? Did they take the steps to protect their invention? In addition to the specifics of the invention a patent can include: biographical information, name changes, the inventor's citizenship, addresses, employer information, names of executors, and signatures. Topics covered include: - Introduction to the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) website - Searching the database - Introduction to the print resources - Overview of specialized patent resources *Instructor:* Andrew C. Maines, MLS, PTRC Representative & Government Document Librarian, Buffalo and Erie County Public Library >>Visit http://wnygs.org/meeting-2018-05.html to download a PDF version of the event flyer. Special travel advisory for those who use of the Skyway (Route 5): Please make note of ongoing NYSDOT construction; specific to Saturdays, the Buffalo Skyway will be open to outbound (westbound) traffic only [ http://www.wben.com/articles/skyway-construction-begins-monday].

I hope so, as Rootsweb says we are. Susan

Western New York Genealogical Society (WNYGS) invites WNYGS members and the general public to our upcoming March program. *Breaking Old World: Finding Foreign Places of Birth in American Records"* *Date and Time: *Saturday, March 24, 2018 from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. *Location: *Buffalo & Erie County Public Library, Central Branch, Ring of Knowledge, 1 Lafayette Circle, Buffalo, NY 14203 *Lecture Description: *The key to breaking your genealogy research into the "Old World" is knowing your immigrant ancestor's origin. Join us as we learn about American resources that can help you identify your ancestor's birth town or region. This is a great course for genealogists of all experience levels. *About the Presenter: *Rhonda Konig is the genealogy specialist at the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. She has a Master of Library Science from the University at Buffalo and a Bachelor of Arts in History from SUNY Geneseo. Rhonda has been a proponent of genealogy since 1999, and has sixteen years of experience as a genealogy librarian. Rhonda serves on the board of the Western New York Genealogical Society and as editor of the Society’s quarterly JOURNAL. *Cost:* Free to WNYGS members and the general public. To view a copy of the flyer, visit http://www.wnygs.org/images/ 2018Mar24WNYGSBreakingOldWorld.pdf For complete information on this and other upcoming events, visit the Society's website http://www.wnygs.org/meetings.html. Sincerely, Jennifer Liber Raines *WNYGS - Chair of Community Outreach*

It is my ambition to attend one of these conferences. My ancestors spent a long time in Orleans County. I think their gravestones were destroyed in that vandalism episode in the cemetery in Kendall. (Egglestons) Thanks for all the good work you do. You can't imagine all the people you have helped. Peace! Liz Parmalee ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jennifer Liber Raines" <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Sent: Thursday, September 14, 2017 12:29:48 AM Subject: [NYORLEAN] Western New York Genealogy Conference - October 7, 2017 (Buffalo, NY) Saturday, October 7, 2017 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Embassy Suites, 200 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, New York 14202 The Western New York Genealogical Society (WNYGS) and the New York Genealogical & Biographical Society (NYG&B) are pleased to host the Western New York Genealogy Conference, a full-day event celebrating Western New York as a unique place of shared history and community. Participants will: * Attend informative, insightful, and engaging presentations that discuss research methods and strategies, statewide and regional resources, and local genealogical projects * Network with genealogists, researchers, historians, as well as representatives from regional genealogical societies and repositories * Participate in optional (pre and post) conference tours and events in and around Buffalo. Designed for researchers of all experience levels, this two-track conference will include presentations by national experts Dr. Blaine Bettinger, D. Joshua Taylor, and Jane E. Wilcox among others. Scheduled programs include: * Pathways from New England to New York [Taylor] * Early Probate in New York: From Colonial Dutch and English to Statehood [Wilcox] * A Tour of New York State Genealogical Research Repositories: The Best [Wilcox] * Understanding and Using Fulton History [Hogan] * Using Autosomal DNA to Explore Your Ancestry [Bettinger] * Saving and Sharing Local Records: Community Case Studies [Lavery and Paprocki] * The Future of Genealogy [Taylor] Society Hall: Representatives from more than a dozen regional genealogical societies and NYS repositories will be on hand to provide information and answer questions from 10:00 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. (See the conference website for the current list of participating organizations.) Seating is limited, and advanced registration is required. Full event details including program descriptions, speaker bios, costs, and hotel information can be found on the WNYGS’ website at http://wnygs.org/WNYGC.html . Optional Weekend Events: As an added bonus, WNYGS has partnered with local sites for optional pre and post conference tours and activities. Available events include: Friday, October 6, 2017 (Pre-Conference) * 2:00-4:00 p.m. Forest Lawn Cemetery and Margaret L. Wendt Archive and Resource Center (Buffalo, NY): "Archives Talk and Cemetery Trolley Tour" * 6:00-10:00 p.m. Buffalo & Erie County Public Library (Buffalo, NY): Grosvenor Room Research Lock-In - "Understanding Regional Genealogy Research Resources & Strategies" Sunday, October 8, 2017 (Post-Conference) * 12:00-2:00 p.m. Buffalo History Museum (Buffalo, NY): "Resources Talk and Museum Tour" * 3:00-5:00 p.m. Hull Family Home & Homestead (Lancaster, NY): "Pioneer Homestead Tour and Talk" All tour proceeds will benefit the hosting charitable organization. Interested individuals must register directly with the venue. Posted by: Jennifer Liber Raines WNYGS Chair of Programming & Community Outreach ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to [email protected] with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

Saturday, October 7, 2017 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Embassy Suites, 200 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, New York 14202 The Western New York Genealogical Society (WNYGS) and the New York Genealogical & Biographical Society (NYG&B) are pleased to host the Western New York Genealogy Conference, a full-day event celebrating Western New York as a unique place of shared history and community. Participants will: * Attend informative, insightful, and engaging presentations that discuss research methods and strategies, statewide and regional resources, and local genealogical projects * Network with genealogists, researchers, historians, as well as representatives from regional genealogical societies and repositories * Participate in optional (pre and post) conference tours and events in and around Buffalo. Designed for researchers of all experience levels, this two-track conference will include presentations by national experts Dr. Blaine Bettinger, D. Joshua Taylor, and Jane E. Wilcox among others. Scheduled programs include: * Pathways from New England to New York [Taylor] * Early Probate in New York: From Colonial Dutch and English to Statehood [Wilcox] * A Tour of New York State Genealogical Research Repositories: The Best [Wilcox] * Understanding and Using Fulton History [Hogan] * Using Autosomal DNA to Explore Your Ancestry [Bettinger] * Saving and Sharing Local Records: Community Case Studies [Lavery and Paprocki] * The Future of Genealogy [Taylor] Society Hall: Representatives from more than a dozen regional genealogical societies and NYS repositories will be on hand to provide information and answer questions from 10:00 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. (See the conference website for the current list of participating organizations.) Seating is limited, and advanced registration is required. Full event details including program descriptions, speaker bios, costs, and hotel information can be found on the WNYGS’ website at http://wnygs.org/WNYGC.html . Optional Weekend Events: As an added bonus, WNYGS has partnered with local sites for optional pre and post conference tours and activities. Available events include: Friday, October 6, 2017 (Pre-Conference) * 2:00-4:00 p.m. Forest Lawn Cemetery and Margaret L. Wendt Archive and Resource Center (Buffalo, NY): "Archives Talk and Cemetery Trolley Tour" * 6:00-10:00 p.m. Buffalo & Erie County Public Library (Buffalo, NY): Grosvenor Room Research Lock-In - "Understanding Regional Genealogy Research Resources & Strategies" Sunday, October 8, 2017 (Post-Conference) * 12:00-2:00 p.m. Buffalo History Museum (Buffalo, NY): "Resources Talk and Museum Tour" * 3:00-5:00 p.m. Hull Family Home & Homestead (Lancaster, NY): "Pioneer Homestead Tour and Talk" All tour proceeds will benefit the hosting charitable organization. Interested individuals must register directly with the venue. Posted by: Jennifer Liber Raines WNYGS Chair of Programming & Community Outreach

For our meeting next month, the Western New York Genealogical Society (WNYGS) will be highlighting Orleans County. On Saturday, April 22nd, we'll be hosting a free, two-part program with Orleans County Historian Matthew Ballard and genealogist and historian Holly Ricci-Canham. In Part I, Mr. Ballard will discuss the Orleans County Department of History's unique collections and resources. In Part II, Ms. Ricci-Canham will discuss her latest book, *Mom & Pop Farming in Orleans County: The Past Brought To Life*, the result of a two-year long research project documenting WNY's now-vanishing family farming experience. No matter where in WNY your ancestors called home, you will enjoy this interesting and informative program. This event is free and open to the public. We hope to see you there! Sincerely, Jennifer Liber Raines *Chair of Programming and Community Outreach* -------------------------------------------- *WNYGS April Meeting: "Spotlight on Orleans County"* *Date: *Saturday, April 22, 2017 *Location: *Buffalo & Erie County Public Library, Central Branch, Central Meeting Room, 1 Lafayette Circle, Buffalo, NY 14203 *Program Schedule:* 10:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. – Welcome 10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. – Part I Presentation 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Part II Presentation *Cost: *Free and open to the public. *Part I: Understanding the Orleans County Department of History with County Historian Matthew Ballard* The frontier wilderness that was Orleans County was a stopping point for thousands of pioneers traveling from New England to western lands. The Orleans County Department of History is a frequent “first stop” for genealogists looking for information about early settlers and families who passed through the region in the early half of the nineteenth century. However, the collections within the historian’s office are different from what one might find in other offices and historical societies throughout Western New York. This program will highlight what the Orleans County Historian has and does not have in regards to collections and information. *About the Presenter:* Matthew Ballard has served as Orleans County Historian for two years, taking over for the long-tenured C.W. Lattin who concluded his service after 36 years. Ballard authors a weekly column that appears in the Orleans Hub and Batavia Daily News entitled “Overlooked Orleans” as well as a monthly column entitled “Out of the Past”. Current projects in the Historian’s office include an online database of historic markers and sites in Orleans County and the creation of a biannual publication called The Pioneer Record, a historical newsletter for disseminating local history. In addition to his part-time duties as historian, Ballard is also the Interim Director of Library Services at Roberts Wesleyan College and Northeastern Seminary in Rochester, where he serves as faculty liaison to the School of Arts & Humanities. He graduated in 2010 with a B.S. in History from SUNY Brockport, completed his M.L.S. in 2012 from the University at Buffalo, and is currently pursuing a M.A. in American History from SUNY Brockport. *Part II: Family Farming in Orleans County with Local Genealogist and Author Holly Ricci-Canham* Genealogist and local author Holly Ricci-Canham has just released her latest work, Mom & Pop Farming in Orleans County: The Past Brought To Life. Praised by the local historical community, the book includes nearly 400 photographs and 150 farmer interviews. After two years of extensive research, she will discuss the project and offer an intimate profile of a nearly vanished local lifestyle – one filled with hard work and close-knit communities centered around neighborhood churches and schools. *About the Presenter:* Holly Ricci-Canham is the Founding President of the Orleans County Genealogical Society and the Town of Carlton Genealogist. Prior to her latest work, she authored several other books including Legendary Locals of Orleans County and Carlton and Point Breeze. She is also the recipient of the 2015 Heritage Hero Award. Ms. Ricci Canham grew up on a family fruit and vegetable farm in Kenyonville, New York which later relocated to Albion. ------------------------------------ For complete event details and a copy of the flyer, visit the Society website at http://wnygs.org/meeting-2017-04.html .

New to genealogy? Looking for a fresh start? Join the Western New York Genealogical Society (WNYGS) on Sat., 3/18 at the Buffalo and Erie County Public Library - Central Branch as we kick off our first meeting of the year. Genealogy librarian and JOURNAL Editor Rhonda Konig will be presenting "Genealogy 101". This meeting is free and open to the public. We hope to see you there! Sincerely, Jennifer Liber Raines *Chair of Programming and Community Outreach* -------------------------------------------- *WNYGS March Meeting: Genealogy 101* *Date: *Saturday, March 18, 2017 *Time: *10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. *Location: *Buffalo and Erie County Public Library, Central Branch, Central Meeting Room, 1 Lafayette Circle, Buffalo, NY 14203 *Cost: *Free and open to the public. *Program Description: * Jump-start your genealogy with this introduction to family history research. You will learn basic genealogy concepts, the types of records used, and an overview of the genealogy databases available through the Buffalo and Erie County Public Library System. The class will be taught by Rhonda Konig, a genealogy librarian for 14 years who currently serves as the Genealogy Specialist in the Grosvenor Room at the Central Library in Downtown Buffalo. She has a Master of Library Science from the University at Buffalo and a Bachelor of Arts in History from SUNY Geneseo. Ms. Konig enjoys spreading her addiction to genealogy by teaching genealogy classes, assisting library patrons, and through her work as editor of the Western New York Genealogical Society JOURNAL. For complete event details and a copy of the flyer, visit the Society website at http://wnygs.org/meeting-2017-03.html .

May be of interest to your county as 6,055 New York State individuals identify their residence as being in 446 DIFFERENT cities, towns and villages throughout New York State. Marriage Notices Appearing in Troy Newspapers 1797 - 1860 An index to 6,177 marriage notices covering 12,354 names that were published in five different Troy, New York newspapers from 1797 to 1860 was created by staff at the Troy Public Library in 1938 through 1939. The Troy Irish Genealogy Society was allowed by the Troy Library to scan this book so these important records could be made available on-line for genealogy researchers. To see these records go to the TIGS website - www.troyirish.com - click on PROJECTS and then, under Marriage Records, click on MARRIAGE NOTICES APPEARING IN TROY NEWSPAPERS.The five different Troy newspapers mentioned in the introduction to the index were: Troy Budget Troy Gazette Troy Sentinel Troy Times (See Note) Troy Whig Note: There were no records for the Troy Times in the index but there were some records for the Troy Post. Under "RESOURCES" on the TIGS website, <http://www.troyirish.com> www.troyirish.com you will also find an informative article, "Newspapering in Rensselaer County", which identifies which of the above newspapers are available, on microfilm or hard copy, at the Troy Library. These historical records are extremely important to genealogy researchers as all of the records predate New York's 1880 law that required reporting of marriages. Outside of the marriage location itself, church, justice of the peace, etc., you will not find these records anywhere else. Most entries show the name of the bride and groom, the residence (city, town, village) for both, date of marriage, names of newspapers that reported the marriage along with the newspaper date, page and column number where you will find the notice in the appropriate newspaper. It is important to note that the residence for the bride and groom is not just Troy, but may cover all areas of New York State, other States and even foreign countries. While 5,225 of the names showed no indication of residence, those records where the residence was reported are of interest as they show: - 68 individuals in 11 foreign countries. - 984 individuals in 31 other states in 370 DIFFERENT cities, towns and villages in those states. - 6,055 New York State individuals in 446 DIFFERENT cities, towns and villages throughout New York State. The names of all these DIFFERENT cities, towns and villages along with the number of individuals from each of them, is also shown in this data base. Hopefully you will find some of your ancestors in this new data base or in the almost 350,000 Irish AND Non-Irish names listed in the various transcription projects on the TIGS website. Regards, Bill McGrath TIGS Project Coordinator Clifton Park, NY

*Native American Genealogy in Western New York* Sat., May 21, 2016 Schedule: 10:30 a.m. –12:00 p.m. Location: Buffalo and Erie County, Public Library - Central Branch, Central Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, 1 Lafayette Square, Buffalo, NY 14203 Join the Western New York Genealogical Society as noted author and local historian Jack T. Ericson discusses two of the main sources for Iroquois family history – the Native American Annuity Rolls and the Kansas Claims forms. Additionally, he will highlight other possible research sources including census-style documents and church records. About the Presenter: For twenty years, Mr. Ericson served as the College Archivist and Curator of Special Collections at Reed Library, SUNY Fredonia. While at SUNY Fredonia, he prepared the Iroquois Census Project and significantly increased the holdings in the area of local history and Iroquoia. Prior to that, he worked for the Microfilming Corporation of America where he served as the Editor of the Genealogy and Local History Project (now Heritage Quest). He earned his B.A. in History and Education from Allegheny College, his M.A. in American Colonial History from the University of Connecticut, and his M.A. in History Museum Training and Folk Life Research from the Cooperstown Graduate Program. Mr. Ericson has been retired from SUNY Fredonia for ten years and now resides in Westfield, NY. This event is free and open to the public. http://wnygs.org/meeting-2016-05.html Sincerely, Jennifer Liber Raines *WNYGS Chair of Programming and Community Outreach*

*"Places, Faces, & Social Graces: **Tips and Techniques for Researching New York Newspapers"* *and* *"Overview of Historic Mount Calvary Cemetery"* Date: Saturday, April 16, 2016 Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Location: Pine Lawn Chapel at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 2951 Harlem Road, Cheektowaga, NY 14225 (near the Harlem Road/Genesee Street intersection). Cost: Free and open to the public. Join the Western New York Genealogical Society as it hosts local genealogical and historical researcher Jennifer Liber Raines as she discusses the possibilities found in New York State newspapers. She will provide an overview of targeted newspaper resources available both online and in repositories. Additionally, she will detail strategies for structuring searches, logging research, and naming files. During the second part of the program, cemetery staff will provide a brief overview of Mt. Calvary Cemetery and its history. With roots dating back to 1859, the property is comprised of several burial sites including its namesake, Mt. Calvary Cemetery, United German and French Cemetery, Buffalo Cemetery, and Ridge Lawn Cemetery. For more information (including a copy of the event flyer), please visit the Society’s website at http://www.wnygs.org/meeting-2016-04.html . Registration: Seating for this event is limited, and advanced registration is required. To attend, please RSVP by emailing [email protected] or by calling (716) 550-2439. All reservations must be received no later than Wednesday, April 13th. Please remember to include your name, WNYGS member number (if applicable), email address, and telephone number. Sincerely, Jennifer Liber Raines *WNYGS Chair of Programming & Community Outreach*