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Morse Code and the Telegraph
Today's modern telecommunications have origins reaching back almost 200 years. Here's the story...
The Surprise Missouri Earthquake of 1811
The Missouri area experienced a devastating earthquake in 1811. Here's what effect the earthquake had on the area, and why there was even a large earthquake there in the first place.
Death Certificates: Your Doorway to Your Ancestor’s Life
Learn more about your ancestor's life through the wealth of information on his or her death certificate. Here's how.
A Closer Look at Reading Maps #4
The rectangular survey method and the numbered lots method are two other ways to learn where to find your ancestor’s property on a map using an old land ownership document. The rectangular method was...
What is Griffith’s Valuation of Ireland?
Are you familiar with Griffith's Valuation of Ireland? If not, now is the time to become acquainted with it. It is invaluable in mid-19th century Irish research.