| Friday, 13 April |
| 8:00am-9:30am |
| F-1 |
Opening Session:
Along the National Road: Your Avenue to the Past - Glenn Harper
Architectural historian and co-author of A Traveler’s Guide to the Historic National Road in Ohio,
Glenn will recount the National Road's past and highlight its future. While focusing on the history and culture
of the Road, so vividly illuminated in his book, Glenn's presentation will also reveal some of the folklore,
stories and colloquial expressions that have made the legendary road so emblematic of the American experience. |
| 10:00am-11:00am |
| F-2 |
Family History Sources at the Ohio Historical Society - Louise T. Jones
Offers an in-depth look at the OHS holdings and their use in genealogy. Areas include Ohio public records, historical
manuscript and audiovisual sources and other unusual materials. |
| F-3 |
Migration Routes to the Ohio River and the Old Northwest Territory - Carrie Eldridge
Follow the pioneers as they strive to reach the Northwest Territory by various routes. |
| F-4 |
Collecting Data From the Internet: What Do You Trust? - Elizabeth Kelley Kerstens
A discussion of how to determine the reliability of data available on the Internet, with good and bad examples. |
| F-5 |
Coal Dust in Your Veins - Timothy N. Pinnick
Tips, strategies and resources in print, microfilm and online, will be presented to help bring your coal mining ancestors
to the surface. |
| F-6 |
Spinsters and Widows: Gender Loyalty Within Families - Laura G. Prescott
Probe the records and discover maiden names, relationships and the voice of women in 19th century America. |
| F-7 |
Revolutionary War Genealogical Research - Brent Morgan
A look at sources and methods to research your Revolutionary Patriot ancestor. Facilities, books, indexes, and computer
resources will be discussed. |
| 11:30am-12:45pm |
| F-9 |
Settlers and Builders of Ohio Luncheon
Menu: Mixed Greens Salad, Grilled Chicken Breast with Rice and Vegetables, and Carrot Cake
OGS members who are direct descendants of an individual who settled in the area now encompassed by the State of Ohio between 1 January 1821 and 31 December 1860 may apply for
admission to Settlers and Builders of Ohio. Applicants who have proven their descent by 31 December 2006 will receive their certificates and pins at this luncheon.
Meal not included in registration.
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| 1:00pm-2:00pm |
| F-9 |
A Hundred Acres, A Mortgage, and Three Sisters: An Ohio Case Study - Michael John Neill
A series of Ohio land records over a 30 year period are analyzed to determine family relationships and unstated financial problems. |
| F-10 |
Transportation, Innovation and Industry Come to Ohio Along the National Road - Brent Morgan
Industry helped to make Ohio an industrial giant and our ancestors helped in this history. Help for genealogists
in researching their factory-working ancestors. |
| F-11 |
Using Y Chromosome DNA: Fracturing Genealogy Brick Walls - James M. Freed
Examples of success stories using Y chromosome DNA to assist in fracturing genealogy brick walls. Background information necessary for understanding DNA and its significance in surname studies will be discussed. |
| F-12 |
Planning a Very Successful Genealogy Research Trip - George G. Morgan
Whether going to the library or planning a genealogical vacation, advance preparation and organization is essential for success. |
| F-13 |
Out on a Limb: Trapped by Bad Research - Mark Lowe
Feeling trapped with nowhere to go? Bad, weak or missing evidence all contribute to misleading research. Review your findings
and sharpen techniques to map a new course of action. |
| F-14 |
Do You Have a War of 1812 Ancestor? - Tacy A. Lewis
Guidelines for determining if an ancestor fought in the War of 1812 and sources to consult. |
| F-15 |
OGS Chapter Officers Meeting
Are you an officer with an OGS Chapter? Come to this session to meet with OGS President Paul Morehouse and other OGS board members to discuss, share and ask
questions about the inner workings of OGS and how it supports its Chapters. |
| 2:30pm-3:30pm |
| F-16 |
Finding Your Ancestors in Ohio Court Records - Diane Rapaport
Ohio court records offer a wealth of information. Learn how to find and use court records in courthouses, archives,
books, microfilm and electronic sources. |
| F-17 |
The National Road and the U.S. Serial Set - Craig R. Scott
Numerous reports of the House and Senate came into being as a result of the National Road. Discover how to use the
U.S. Serial Set with examples related to the National Road. |
| F-18 |
Kicking the Tires of Popular Genealogy Software - Drew Smith
Hear the pluses and minuses of each of the most popular genealogy software packages to help you in your purchases. |
| F-19 |
The Immigrant Experience - Gladys Friedman Paulin
Using examples from several ethnic traditions, this presentation will provide context for different periods and illustrate
records and available sources. |
| F-20 |
They Kept on Moving Along With Their Family History - Paula Stuart-Warren
As Ohio families migrated westward, records and information associated with the greater family traveled with them.
Discover how to locate these records in other states. |
| F-21 |
Old Soldiers Do Die, But Often After They Move! - Timothy N. Pinnick
A survey of the GAR, a national organization of Union Civil War Veterans, along with a look at some of
extant sources of the group combine to present an useful methodology which helps researchers accumulate
important details on these veterans. |
| 4:00pm-5:00pm |
| F-22 |
Nutmegs to Buckeyes: Finding Your Ancestors in New Connecticut - Robert L. Keener
New Englanders first arrived in the Connecticut Western Reserve in Ohio. Learn about how they got here, why
they came and the rich source material available to locate them. |
| F-23 |
Migration Routes and Settlement Patterns - Dr. George K. Schweitzer
A look at migration routes from east to west used by our ancestors, as well as ethnic patterns of settlement. |
| F-24 |
A Mac User in a PC World - Laura G. Prescott
Learn how to easily research and share your work in a Windows-dominated world by using the right tools and applications on your Mac. |
| F-25 |
The Genealogist’s Handbook for Baptismal Records and Practice - John T. Humphrey
Gain knowledge about baptismal records through the understanding of religious beliefs and the various records created by baptism. |
| F-26 |
Restacking the Blocks: Organizing Your Data - Michael John Neill
Discover other ways to organize your information besides pedigree charts and family group sheets to help you see the bigger picture. |
| F-27 |
Don’t Dodge Draft Registration Research - Wallace D. Huskonen
Draft registration cards for WWI and WWII have become more readily available for genealogical research. Learn who filled
out the cards and what information is likely to be found. |
| 7:00pm-9:00pm |
| F-28 |
Society of Civil War Families of Ohio Banquet
Menu: Mixed Greens Salad, Beef Short Ribs, and Cheesecake
OGS members who are direct descendants or collateral relatives of any person who served in the Civil War (Union or Confederate)
and who lived, served, or died in Ohio, may apply for admission to the Society of Civil War Families of Ohio. Applicants who have
proven their descent by 31 December 2006 will receive their certificates and pins at this banquet.
Meal not included in registration.
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