Have you tried to figure out who some of your DNA matches are but struggle to make progress? Our speaker, Kelli Bergheimer, will discuss free websites, newspapers, and social media that can help you identify some of those people you don’t know in your match list. Contact [email protected] for the Zoom link. Monthly meetings of the Montgomery […]
Although 70% of the 47 million people who immigrated to the U.S between 1607 and 1990 entered through the Port of New York, Christine Cohen will stress how important it is to consider all ports of entry when researching your ancestors. She will review websites and other resources to locate clues to finding the correct […]
Our speaker, Michael John Neill will be discussing some catches that we need to be aware of as we sift through search results when using FamilySearch's “full-text searching.” Michael is host of the popular website “Genealogy Tip of the Day.” Contact [email protected] for Zoom link. Monthly meetings of the Montgomery County Chapter OGS are free […]
The Territorial Papers of the United States detail early Ohio history as part of the Northwest Territory, including early settlement, tribal disputes, governance and petitions. Our speaker, Sandy Rumble, will discuss where to locate these documents and what information exists specific to Ohio history. Contact [email protected] for Zoom link. Monthly meetings of the Montgomery County […]
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Ohio Genealogical Society Writing Contests
OGN Contest 1 July – 30 September
OGSQ Contest 1 September – 31 December
OGS is sponsoring its genealogical writing contest to reward amateur and professional genealogical authorship and to help fill the pages of its renowned journals with articles.
Prizes range from $25 – $100. Full Writing Contest Details
PLEASE NOTE: All Lineage Society applications are due Nov 30!