Learning from early school records

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Genealogists can rely on early school records to learn significant things about the past. Although the earliest grammar school in the US is known to have been established in 1635, the oldest account books on record date back to 1676. Dated educational records can usually be found in the archives of libraries and historical societies.

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Ancestors in the newspapers

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Old newspapers are rich sources of vital information about one's ancestors. Prominent people, especially in trade and politics, are certain to have been featured at one time or another in 18th century newspapers, while births, deaths and marriages can be found in 19th- and early 20th-century issues.

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Getting started: beginner genealogy

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People who are interested in tracking their family genealogy can start by learning as much information as they can about family members. They can supplement the knowledge by interviewing relatives and locating copies of family Bibles, old pictures, old letters and postcards.

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