MHS Minnesota People Records Search expanded as of 25 September 2025

Paula Stuart-Warren  Minnesoa Historical Society, Minnesota  , ,  Leave a comment

The Minnesota People Records Search on the Minnesota Historical Society’s website has long been home to indexes and record ordering information on a variety of subjects including births, deaths, state censuses, veterans’ burials, and Gold Star records. Now the searchable online indexes include some World War I era records of those who served. These World War I records are filled with personal details.

Begin your search here https://www.mnhs.org/search/people

 

 

Saint Paul, Minnesota newspapers online. FREE.

Paula Stuart-Warren  Newspapers  , ,  6 Comments

A newsletter from the Minnesota Historical Society tells of this fantastic news. I’ve been advocating for this over many years. I am excited. Fingers crossed for more, too!

St. Paul Pioneer Press collection
The Minnesota Historical Society is proud to present the St. Paul Pioneer Press 1861-1961 digital newspaper collection. View collection »

This free, searchable archive contains digitized newspaper issues from the following newspaper titles:

  • Saint Paul Daily Press 1861-1875
  • Saint Paul Daily Pioneer-Press 1875-1876
  • Pioneer-Press and Tribune 1876
  • The Pioneer Press 1876-1879
  • Daily Pioneer Press 1879-1909
  • St. Paul Pioneer Press 1909-1961

This collection contains 35,804 issues comprising 752,127 pages.

 

My genealogy presentations updated

Paula Stuart-Warren  Presentations, Webinars  , ,  Leave a comment

My listing of upcoming genealogy presentations has been updated. Two are in-person and the rest are virtual. https://genealogybypaula.com/speaking/speaking-calendar/ Click on the name of the hosting organization to learn more and to register. Several at totally free even if you aren’t a member of the organization.

I’ve also restored the list of my presentation topics. It had disappeared from the website and I was able to get it back. The top section is about 1/2 day seminars that can include two topics or the expanded topics that have needed to be extended to a half day. Of course there is a break in the morning or afternoon. https://genealogybypaula.com/speaking/genealogical-lecture-topics/

 

 

Board for Certification of Genealogists 16 September free intriguing webinar

Paula Stuart-Warren  Board for Certification of Genealogists, Webinars  , , ,  Leave a comment

The Board for Certification of Genealogists (BCG) next free monthly webinar in conjunction with Legacy Family Tree Webinars is “Finding Frank Henry Hill” by Angela Harris, CG. This webinar airs Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. EDT.

“In 1906, Nellie Langevin married Frank Henry Hill in Penacook, New Hampshire. Frank vanished three years later, leaving Nellie to fend for herself. Despite her efforts to divorce him, Nellie died in 1914, still officially married. Who was Nellie’s elusive husband and what happened to him? This case study resolves conflicting direct, indirect, and negative evidence to uncover Frank’s identity and highlights the importance of including the FAN Club in reasonably exhaustive research.

“When you register before September 16 with our partner Legacy Family Tree Webinars (https://familytreewebinars.com/webinar/finding-frank-henry-hill/?ref=586500), you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Anyone with schedule conflicts may access the webinar at no charge for one week after the broadcast on the Legacy Family Tree Webinars website. Following the free period for this webinar, BCG receives a small commission if you view this or any BCG webinar by clicking our affiliate link (https://familytreewebinars.com/bcg/?ref=586500).

 

 

Webtember. September. Free Wednesday Genealogy Webinars.

Paula Stuart-Warren  Webinars  , , , ,  Leave a comment

I’m a few days behind in letting you know about Legacy Family Tree Webinar’s Webtember. It’s four Wednesdays of free webinars. A total of 19 webinars on a variety of topics from an array of knowledgeable presenters. They are free to listen to or listen to again throughout the month of September. https://familytreewebinars.com/webtember/?ref=566036. I appreciate readers using my affiliate links that provide me a small compensation to help keep this website and blog running. It doesn’t add any cost for you to register for these or to subscribe for a year.

Even better, why not subscribe for a full year and listen to them again, add the syllabus (handouts) for each webinar, and also have access to the past 2,468 webinars and 9,937 syllabus pages. You won’t have to miss any webinars because that access lasts a full year from when you subscribe for only $49.95. 

Local history & genealogy rooms are important to our research

Paula Stuart-Warren  Libraries  ,  1 Comment

When is the last time you checked a nearby county or city public library for the genealogy, history, and newspaper information and databases it offers? Some databases will be available from home and others require an in-person visit. Some helpful databases will be listed in the general section and not in a separate genealogy part. Check to see if there is a local history room or genealogy area. Browse the reference shelves and learn about other resources that may help in your research. Are classes offered?


A few examples to whet your appetite.

1. Washington County, Minnesota. Genealogy Resources. (Check the Washington County Historical Society, too,) https://www.washcolib.org/349/Genealogy-Classes

2. Wichita Public Library, Kansas. Local History and Genealogy. https://www.wichitalibrary.org/Research/LocalHistory

3. Omaha Public Library, Nebraska. Genealogy & Local History Room https://www.wichitalibrary.org/Research/LocalHistory

4. Greenville County Library. South Carolina Room Local History & Genealogy. https://www.wichitalibrary.org/Research/LocalHistory

5. Santa Clara City Library, California. Genealogy & Local History https://www.sclibrary.org/services/genealogy-local-history

 

 

 

 

Minnesota Digital Library: History of Photography

Paula Stuart-Warren  Minnesota  ,  Leave a comment

The Minnesota Digital Library has many interesting sections. The Timelines section “Learn about Minnesota history using the Minnesota Digital Library’s interactive timelines. Each timeline features images, documents, maps, and more from key moments in the past. These primary and secondary sources come from MDL’s contributors from all over the state.” https://mndigital.org/projects/timelines Today I was reviewing the “History of Photography” with its accompanying photos from Minnesota to illustrate each type of photography that was discussed. Some of the Timelines:

 

 

 

Upcoming announcement about the 2026 GRIP Genealogy Institute courses

Paula Stuart-Warren  GRIP, GRIP Genealogy Institute  , ,  Leave a comment

Friday, 15 August 2025, is when the GRIP 2026 courses will be announced. GRIP says “Lots to choose from! Courses will be virtual and in-person at the University of Pittsburgh. New and familiar instructors! AND…a few surprises.” Add these important dates to your calendar.

15 August 2025 is the course announcement

3 February 2026 Registration for both weeks opens

22-26 June 2026 is the week for GRIP Virtual

13-17 July 2026 is the week for GRIP In-Person

 

 

 

DNA test sales always popping up for genealogists

Paula Stuart-Warren  DNA, Uncategorized  ,  Leave a comment

I receive some notices of DNA testing sales in my email and see others on various social media sites. My most recent email notice: MyHeritage DNA on sale $29 price is good through 17 August 2025.

This is a great opportunity for anyone who hasn’t tested yet to discover the power of DNA. MyHeritage offers a unique combination of global reach and powerful tools:

  • A detailed ethnicity breakdown across 79 ethnicities and 2,114 geographic regions
  • A growing international DNA database with over 9 million users
  • Advanced DNA tools that can help you understand how your matches are related to you
  • Ancient Origins, a unique feature that allows you to trace your origins back 10,000 years and discover the ancient civilizations you descend from
  • *Note that access to the advanced DNA tools and Ancient Origins is available as part of a Complete or Omni subscription or free trial.