VGS Latest News & Tips: 13 October 2016

Dale Heins helping an Expo visitor with a German Map

Today: October 13, 2016

German Genealogy SIG Meeting

9:30 AM in the Reliance Room at the Late Miona Recreation Center
Topic: Mary Zarse will present: "Karl Schurz - Statesman, General & Politician"

Tomorrow: October 14, 2016

Genetic Genealogy SIG Meeting

10:00 AM in the Rhett Butler Room at the Savannah Center
Topic: Genetic Genealogy 101

New FamilySearch Design: Log In to Try It Out:
FamilySearch
"Regular users of FamilySearch may notice something different when they log in: we’ve changed things up a bit."
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NARA Will Host The 2016 Virtual Genealogy Fair On October 26-27, 2016:

NARA
"In this annual two-day event archivists and employees of the National Archives give presentations on records NARA holds that are of interest to genealogists. The fair is free, and can be viewed online. You can download the handouts and follow along with the presenters and you DO NOT need to register."
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9 Tips for Photographing Gravestones:
Geni
"Overtime, the information on gravestones may deteriorate and disappear forever. Taking photographs of these markers now is essential to preserving them for future generations. This fun activity is perfect for genealogists and family historians.
Here are some tips to keep in mind for your next adventure to the cemetery:"
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Little Family Tree:
Mobile Apps
"A mobile app that turns your online family tree into interactive games that teach your child about their family history. Little Family Tree engages children with their personal heritage and family history through photos, games, and activities designed for their level. (Most of the games are fun for the kid in all of us.)"
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Caller ID Spoofing:
Florida Consumer E-Newsletter, October 2016:
"Caller ID is convenient for scanning calls before you pick up; however, it’s easy for scammers to manipulate the information displayed on your Caller ID to show a different name or number. The method of falsifying a telephone number or name received is called “Caller ID spoofing.”
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How to Earn Amazon Gift Cards by Using Bing and Edge, Thanks to Microsoft Rewards:
How-to-Geek
"Microsoft desperately wants you to use its Edge web browser and Bing search engine. In fact, Microsoft will literally pay you to use it. Microsoft pays in Amazon gift certificates, which are as good as cash if you’re a frequent Amazon shopper."
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This Day In History: 13 October

1775: The Continental Congress authorizes construction of two warships, thus instituting an American naval force.
1792: President George Washington lays the cornerstone for the White House.
1903: Boston defeats Pittsburgh in baseball’s first World Series.
1925 Birthday: Margaret Thatcher, the first female UK prime minister (1979-1990).

State Timelines:
Even though it is hard to tell what made people move or disappear, these are just a few possibilities.
Florida:
1845: Admitted to the Union
1851: Steamboat line established of St. John River
1860: Railroad from Fernandina to Cedar opened
1861: Seceded from the Union