Searching Census Records: Episode 12
In this episode we get some tips from the experts on using census records to discover your ancestors.
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Exploring the 1930 Census Premium
So what information do we have to look forward to with the release of the 1930 census? In 1930, the enumerators carried large portfolios with preprinted forms and collected the following data for each person or household: street or road name, house number and if a farm name, age and...
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Indexing the 1910 Census Premium
You've got questions about discovering, preserving and celebrating your family history; our experts have the answers.
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A Timeline of Official US Census Dates
Refer to this handy timeline sort out ancestors ages as reported on the US censuses.
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Using the Soundex System for Census Record Research Premium
What's the Soundex? The 1880, 1900 and 1920 US censuses—plus parts of the 1910 and 1930 censuses—all use this system based on sounds in surnames.
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Genealogy Giants Partner on 1880 Census Premium
MyFamily.com and FamilySearch integrate their record images and index.
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8 Tips to Find Enslaved Ancestors by Working Backward in the Census
Here's how to start researching your slave ancestors in census records by working backward.
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