The Census Book

The Census Book
Author: William Dollarhide
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2019-06-30
Genre:
ISBN: 9781628592658
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The Source

The Source
Author: Loretto Dennis Szucs
Publisher: Ancestry Publishing
Total Pages: 1000
Release: 2006
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 9781593312770
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Genealogists and other historical researchers have valued the first two editions of this work, often referred to as the genealogist's bible."" The new edition continues that tradition. Intended as a handbook and a guide to selecting, locating, and using appropriate primary and secondary resources, The Source also functions as an instructional tool for novice genealogists and a refresher course for experienced researchers. More than 30 experts in this field--genealogists, historians, librarians, and archivists--prepared the 20 signed chapters, which are well written, easy to read, and include many helpful hints for getting the most out of whatever information is acquired. Each chapter ends with an extensive bibliography and is further enriched by tables, black-and-white illustrations, and examples of documents. Eight appendixes include the expected contact information for groups and institutions that persons studying genealogy and history need to find. ""

Map Guide to the U.S. Federal Censuses, 1790-1920

Map Guide to the U.S. Federal Censuses, 1790-1920
Author: William Thorndale
Publisher: Genealogical Publishing Com
Total Pages: 453
Release: 1987
Genre: Census districts
ISBN: 0806311886
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Genealogical research in U.S. censuses begins with identifying correct county jurisdictions ??o assist in this identification, the map Guide shows all U.S. county boundaries from 1790 to 1920. On each of the nearly 400 maps the old county lines are superimposed over the modern ones to highlight the boundary changes at ten-year intervals. Accompanying each map are explanations of boundary changes, notes about the census, & tocality finding keys. In addition, there are inset maps which clarify ??erritorial lines, a state-by-state bibliography of sources, & an appendix outlining pitfalls in mapping county boundaries. Finally, there is an index which lists all present day counties, plus nearly all defunct counties or counties later renamed-the most complete list of American counties ever published.

Your Guide to the Federal Census

Your Guide to the Federal Census
Author: Kathleen Hinckley
Publisher: Betterway Books
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2002-03-25
Genre: Reference
ISBN:
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Census research is one of the first and most important steps in constructing a family tree. Everyone from genealogists to historians use the federal census for researching family histories. Deciphering census data, however, is not always easy. Your Guide to the Federal Census acts as a personal research assistant for the beginning genealogist. Census Basics examines the nuts and bolts of census records and the types of information available. Finding Census Records and Indexes reveals where to view the censuses online and off, and how to find most ancestors quickly and easily. Using the Census offers step-by-step instructions covering nearly every scenario for tracing family histories in census records. Also included are case studies, appendices, and a glossary of census terms. Kathleen W. Hinckley is a Certified Genealogical Records Specialist, Executive Director of the Association of Professional Genealogists, and trustee for the Board of Certification of Genealogists. She is a regular columnist for Genealogy.com, and author of Locating Lost Family Members & Friends. She lives in Arvada, Colorado.