Tracing the Tribe is now in Springfield at the Federation of Genealogical Societies annual conference.
Many geneabloggers are attending and it is always good to see one's colleagues.
We'll soon be sharing notes on some excellent expert presentations. Two of my favorites focused on societies: building a better website and publicity tips. All societies should have the notes on these two informative programs.
Geneablogger guru Thomas MacEntee - who handled publicity for this event - arranged an excellent media hub - sponsored by RootsTech - complete with computer connections and very comfy seating. Readers on Twitter will have seen the prolific tweets of bloggers here.
Tracing the Tribe has been rather quiet for some time and this was due to a combination of heavy workload and very busy conference schedule. The calendar has finally slowed somewhat and we are getting back on track.
Of course, presentation deadlines are quickly approaching for both Jamboree 2012 (Burbank, California; June) the Who Do You Think You Are? LIVE 2012 family history fair (London UK; February).
Stay tuned for more.
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hi. I am from the southern part of the Philippines (Mindanao). I believe that I have jewish blood. My grandmother's surname is Garza and married to my grandfather, Jose Javier Gutierrez. My mom married Jose Vicente San luis Martinez, also from the south. all along I thought we were spanish but I believe we are not, especially my mom's lineage. How can I verify this? where should I trace my lineage?I'd appreciate your help. thank you and shalom!
ReplyDeleteHi - I did DNA testing through 23andMe because both of my grandmother's identities (and ancestry) was not known. I discovered a Jewish grandmother and show Jewish relatives all through Eastern Europe (Ashkenazi) and then all through Mexico and Latin America as well as Asia and the Middle East. All of the surnames that you mention are showing in my relative list but I don't know (yet!) how this all comes together. I would recommend 23andMe for DNA testing, if you are able, based on my own experience. Good luck to you. Carol
DeleteI am researching Louis Susser from Kupel, Russia, now Belarus. His wife was Sarah Plaxin. Then both came to the U.S in 1913. Sarah had a sister, Ida, who married Neiten Gossen. Can any help me find the ancestors of Louis Susser? FunCpe@yahoo.com
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I see today according to Geneabloggers it's your sixth year anniversary since youve been blogging. Happy Blogiversary.
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ReplyDeleteWere there many Jewish orphans in Penn. early 1900-1920s, it seems that way to me? What would be contributing factors?
ReplyDeleteWere there many Jewish orphans in Penn. 1900-1920; and what would be the contributing factors? Thank you. My father was a Sephardic orphan as was his adoptive father.
ReplyDeleteI believe that I might have some jewish blood in my family from my grandfathers mother. I would like to email you to found out more. Best Wishes!
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