Vol. 24, No. 35 — September 5, 2019
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A Closer Look at the 1790 US Federal Census
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The 1790 US federal census was the first one taken by the United States. It was a brand new country at the time, and this census, though brief and simple, shows what the population of the nation looked like right after its formation. It is a unique and valuable genealogical research resource. Here are the highlights of it.
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A Closer Look at Prickett’s Fort State Park
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Prickett's Fort State Park is a wonderful historical resource to the state of West Virginia. It not only shows how life was like for English settlers on the West Virginian frontier in the 1700s, but it also provides wonderful and ample opportunities for fun-filled outdoor family recreation and even cultural entertainment. Join me today on the Ancestral Findings Podcast and I’ll give you what you need to know to enjoy
your visit to this beautiful and important historical park.
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The Meaning of Your Scandinavian Surname
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If you have a Scandinavian surname or have one or more of them in your family tree, you will be interested in knowing the history of these surnames, as they tell an interesting part of the story of your ancestors. Join me today on the Ancestral Findings Podcast and I’ll talk about the origins and meanings of the most common surnames in Norway, Denmark, and Sweden.
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Utah came to the attention of European explorers late in the exploration game in North America. No European was interested in settling there until the 1800s because of its desert climate, though it was home to Native Americans for thousands of years. Utah has some unique and interesting folklore. Here are some of the creepy highlights of it.
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The State Capitals: Georgia
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Atlanta is a large, metropolitan state capital with a long history of human habitation. It was just a small settlement on the American frontier until the railroad came. After that, it was just a short jump to major city. It is still a large and important city today. Here is what you need to know about Atlanta, Georgia.
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Walt Disney: His Early Life
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Walt Disney is a well-known American cultural icon, whose movies and theme parks are famous around the world. While his creative genius is respected and his projects are known, not much is ever said about the first influences in his life, which were his parents and siblings. Here are some fun facts about the parents and siblings of Walt Disney.
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