Did you register for this library event? If you did, it's today.
Wednesday, June 01, 2016
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Belvedere Library - Meeting Room
LegacyFamilyTree
"When I heard how it was solved, it made me feel that everything we're doing here with our Legacy software and our webinar series is worth all the time and effort we put into it. And when I read of the excitement from someone who has just solved a genealogical puzzle, it lifts my spirits and gives me renewed hope for my lost ancestors."
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Genealogy Research: The Inevitable Family Scandal:
by Marie Larsen
"I'm pretty sure that if you dig deep enough into anyone's family history you are going to find it; dirt, filth, SCANDAL."
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Joan Griffis/Illinois Ancestors: Social Media Helpful To Genealogical Researchers:
The News-Gazette
"The Illinois State Genealogical Society (ISGS) continues to offer free webinars to anyone who registers. The next session, at 8 p.m. June 14, is described on the ISGS website and is sure to attract new participants. "Social media isn't just for teenagers anymore! Learn to use the power of Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram and Twitter to overcome genealogy brick walls in your family tree and share your family story. Knowledgeable people around the world are just waiting to help you with your biggest problems."
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Coming Soon To Twitter: More Room To Tweet:
AP
"The social media service said Tuesday that in coming months, photos, videos and other media won't count toward Twitter's 140-character limit.
That means more wordy tweets are on the way. The change, is yet another attempt by the San Francisco company to make its messaging service easier to use, and to attract new users."
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This Day In History: 1 June
1774: The British government orders the port of Boston closed.
1789: The first U.S. congressional act on administering oaths becomes law.
1812: American navy captain James Lawrence, mortally wounded in a naval engagement with the British, exhorts to the crew of his vessel, the Chesapeake, “Don’t give up the ship!”
1801 Birthday: Brigham Young, American religious leader.
State Timelines:
Even though it is hard to tell what made people move or disappear, these are just a few possibilities.
Massachusetts:
1636-37: Pequat War
1653: Major fire in Boston
1671: Rehobeth tornado was first confirm tornado in the United States
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