Oh! The People You'll Meet and Places You'll See While Doing Hispanic Family History by Peggy Ryskamp
This presentation is the Keynote for the 7th WAC Conference.
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Genealogy Research Methodology for Absolute Beginners
This class is designed to be a comprehensive introduction and guide to genealogical methodology, including: creating meaningful research goals, choosing and locating various types of records, thorough evidence analysis, and integrating the Genealogical Proof Standard. Geared towards beginners, but an excellent review for all skill levels!
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Notarial Records of New Spain and Mexico: An Introduction
Notarial records are an important, though often overlooked, record source for genealogists in Mexico. This presentation will introduce the content and scope of Mexican notarial records, and explain where to find original and indexed versions of these records. Also included will be hints for how to read notarial sources.
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Genealogy in the AI Era: What You Can Do with ChatGPT
Through diverse case examples, participants learn to about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how to utilize ChatGPT for tasks such as extracting data from obituaries, storytelling, translating documents, and more, enhancing their genealogical work.
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Mastering the MyHeritage DNA Test
Genealogists who overlook or underutilize the MyHeritage DNA test are missing out on many great tools. Using examples from his personal account, Richard will demonstrate these features and show how they can be used productively by genealogists, adoptees, and anyone curious about their family history or ethnic background.
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Using Obituaries to Reconstruct Family Groups
With this presentation you will learn how to reconstruct extended family groups using modern day obituaries. Several case studies will be presented and best privacy practices will be discussed.
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Protecting Photos & Memorabilia From Disasters: A Practical Beginning
In this presentation Laurie will show you how to protect yoru family photos and memorabilia from disasters.
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Genealogical Records of the Nobility in New Spain and Mexico
Coverage of the history of the nobility in New Spain and Mexico along with discussion of the existing genealogical record sources from this social class. Topics covered will include a discussion of ejecutorias de hidalguia, limpieza de sangre, as well as indexed material treating noble families.
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Researching Your New Mexico Roots
Many people in Texas and Northeastern Mexico have ties to the New Mexico settlements. The resources available for New Mexico research will be discussed and will include an inventory of Catholic Church records provided in the handout.
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Solving your Picture Problems
Pictures tell a brilliant story about our ancestors. But, what do we do when pictures have problems! No writing on the back? Too many conflicting names and dates? Unfamiliar faces? Come learn the antidote to these dilemmas and finally use those pictures in your research.
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Farming in the States: Migrant Workers Kept America from Starving
Societies exist because people need to eat. At different times throughout history, agricultural communities suffered, which, in turn, negatively affected the nation and its citizens. Migrant workers, specifically, the Tejano laborers, kept North America eating. Farming means historical records, and they are the lifeblood to the genealogist.
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Metes & Bounds, Township & Range: Land Platting and Graphing
Don’t just skip over those land descriptions in those lengthy deed records! Join us for a thorough look at land platting, land graphing, and their value to genealogical research. Complete with key terminology, tips and tricks, and step-by-step (fully illustrated) examples.
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