A flyer promoting land in Kansas, 1878.From the Kansas Historical Society website. 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks - Week 2: Origins PROMPT: Genealogists often get the question, "Where is your family from?" With this week's theme, you could explore an immigrant ancestor, but you could also think about the origin of other aspects of your family.… Continue reading Sunflower State Settlers
52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks - Week 1: Family Lore PROMPT: Many of us have heard stories from our grandparents about incredible feats our ancestors did or a famous person we're related to. What's a tale that has been passed down in your family? Did it end up being true or did it turn out… Continue reading Burning Questions
“How’s your shorthand?” prospective employers and temp agencies would ask. Oh, mine was lightning fast back in the day. I wonder if my stenography notebooks are still around somewhere…hmm. I even participated in numerous shorthand competitions, receiving sizable monetary prizes as well as scholarship offers from a Tulsa business school and from Northeastern State University.… Continue reading Lost in Transcription
Talking Leaves 