Joseph C. Anderson II, FASG, Editor of The Maine Genealogist reports:
"With the publication deadline for the next issue of The Maine Genealogist always seeming to loom around the corner, I am deeply grateful to our authors who have contributed a steady stream of well-researched and interesting articles to share with our readers. Special mention must be made of Leslie Dow Sanders, who for years has provided this journal with many valuable Bible records and other family sources. Leslie has an uncanny ability for locating these items in all sorts of places, including the Internet, used book stores, and auction sites such as eBay. By publishing these records in the journal, we are preserving precious - and often fragile - family information, which may not be available anywhere else."
What interesting articles can be found in this quarter's issue?
Samuel Cates of Falmouth and Harrington, Maine: A Review of Current Knowledge and Discussion of His Parentage By Brent M. Owen, Wilfred A. Cote, and Frank C. Morrone.
The Parentage of Young Booker of Bowdoin and Gardiner, Maine By Priscilla Blount.
Jacob Waldron Swett Bible Record Contributed by Leslie Dow Sanders, along with a genealogical summary of the Jacob Waldron Swett family of Georgetown and Arrowsic, Maine.
Portland, Maine, Marriage Intentions, Volume 4, 1814-1837, Copied by Joseph C. Anderson, II, FASG.
The Maine Genealogist is published quarterly. For more information, visit our website at www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~megs.
Saturday, June 7, 2008
Catholic Cemetery Online Databases
Great news for those researching Catholic ancestry thanks to some devoted individuals undertaking this extensive project!
Catholic cemetery managers in the Portland Diocese have long realized an increased interest in genealogy as well as an increase in family or friends trying to locate a long lost loved one.
In an effort to make your search easier and more convenient, the Maine Catholic Cemetery Committee, with the support of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland, has developed this user friendly database to assist in your search.
There are 65 Catholic cemeteries in the diocese, and it will take time before all recorded burials in our cemeteries are converted to electronic files so they can be made available to you. This is the information that is currently available. Additions and updates will be ongoing so please be patient and check their site again and again.
To visit, go to http://www.portlanddiocese.net/genealogy_main.php.
Catholic cemetery managers in the Portland Diocese have long realized an increased interest in genealogy as well as an increase in family or friends trying to locate a long lost loved one.In an effort to make your search easier and more convenient, the Maine Catholic Cemetery Committee, with the support of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland, has developed this user friendly database to assist in your search.
There are 65 Catholic cemeteries in the diocese, and it will take time before all recorded burials in our cemeteries are converted to electronic files so they can be made available to you. This is the information that is currently available. Additions and updates will be ongoing so please be patient and check their site again and again.
To visit, go to http://www.portlanddiocese.net/genealogy_main.php.
"Here Rests in Honored Glory" features Maine soldier
Master Sergeant Gary I. Gordon of Lincoln, Maine, the Delta Force sniper who gave his life to save Michael Durant when Durant's Black Hawk helicopter was shot down over Mogadishu, Somalia, dreamed of writing writing children's stories and was devoted to his wife and two kids.
Author Andrew DeKever, a U.S. Army major who has published a book of Medal of Honor recipient biographies, entitled "Here Rests in Honored Glory" writes that one of those featured is Gary Gordon of Lincoln, who received the Medal posthumously for his service in Somalia.
From the preface of the book:
"Gary Gordon's selfless actions and personal sacrifice, the sacrifice of each of the heroes chronicled in this work, and the sacrifices of countless others throughout our nation's history, can never be repaid, only honored. In researching each of these heroes and capturing the details of each of their lives, Andrew has done just that. I now understand not just what Gary Gordon did, but who he was. I can appreciate what drove him to serve in the Special Forces units he volunteered for and what drove him without hesitation to sacrifice his life for my crew. Through this work, Andrew has honored Gary and all of these men, their families, and their comrades. By helping us all understand the people behind these incredible stories, he's done this nation a great service."
—Michael J. Durant Chief Warrant Officer 4, U.S. Army (Ret.)
For more information, please go to the Merriam Press website at www.merriam-press.com.
Note: All of the author's royalties from this book will be donated to Chapter 23 of the Disabled American Veterans in Michigan City, Indiana, which is named in the honor of Daniel Bruce.
Author Andrew DeKever, a U.S. Army major who has published a book of Medal of Honor recipient biographies, entitled "Here Rests in Honored Glory" writes that one of those featured is Gary Gordon of Lincoln, who received the Medal posthumously for his service in Somalia.
From the preface of the book:
"Gary Gordon's selfless actions and personal sacrifice, the sacrifice of each of the heroes chronicled in this work, and the sacrifices of countless others throughout our nation's history, can never be repaid, only honored. In researching each of these heroes and capturing the details of each of their lives, Andrew has done just that. I now understand not just what Gary Gordon did, but who he was. I can appreciate what drove him to serve in the Special Forces units he volunteered for and what drove him without hesitation to sacrifice his life for my crew. Through this work, Andrew has honored Gary and all of these men, their families, and their comrades. By helping us all understand the people behind these incredible stories, he's done this nation a great service."
—Michael J. Durant Chief Warrant Officer 4, U.S. Army (Ret.)
For more information, please go to the Merriam Press website at www.merriam-press.com.
Note: All of the author's royalties from this book will be donated to Chapter 23 of the Disabled American Veterans in Michigan City, Indiana, which is named in the honor of Daniel Bruce.
Friday, June 6, 2008
Dennison/Denison Family of Cutler, Maine
MGS Member Brent Owen is seeking location of and contact for genealogical records of Arlene Dennison in connection with research on John Denison, d. poss. Machias or East Machias, Dec. 1810, and his children.
His email is brentmowen@sbcglobal.net.
His email is brentmowen@sbcglobal.net.
Daniel Frank Robinson
MGS Member Jane Owens is looking for parents of Daniel Frank Robinson b. 1810 ME perhaps in the Falmouth, Westbrook, Portland area. His son Clinton A. Robinson b. 1837 ME. Family lore has it that our Robinsons were in the ship building or related occupations. Daniel Robinson m. Sarah J. Simonton dau. of James Simonton who was a shipwright. Could John Robinson of Portland, ME in the 1840 census as a "navigator" be Daniel Frank Robinson's father?
Jane Owens
3390 E. Torrey Pines Lane
Chandler, AZ 85249
mouge63@cox.net
Jane Owens
3390 E. Torrey Pines Lane
Chandler, AZ 85249
mouge63@cox.net
2008 Conference Registration Form Now Available
Maine Genealogical Society invites you to be a part of our exciting 2008 annual conference. We are proud to have developed a reputation for the outstanding quality of our conferences and the 2008 conference promises to be just as awesome! The details can all be discovered at our conference website at www.maineroots.org.
To download and print the conference flyer and registration form, visit http://www.maineroots.org/2008conferenceflyer.pdf.
Make plans to attend now and we'll see you in September!
To download and print the conference flyer and registration form, visit http://www.maineroots.org/2008conferenceflyer.pdf.
Make plans to attend now and we'll see you in September!
James Poulin
MGS Member William Cates is researching James Poulin b. abt. 1854 Canada. According to family may have married a woman of Native American Indian descent. Shown living with his son Elmer – 1930 US Census for Waterville, Maine. Elmer was born 5 June 1898 in Vassalboro, Maine (Draft card). Other then Elmer’s birth I can find no trace of the family before 1930.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
William's email address is ancestry@eagleswind.com.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
William's email address is ancestry@eagleswind.com.
Family Tree Magazine Announces New Podcast
Hear about the best genealogy tools and tips directly from Family Tree Magazine's editors and experts! Tune in to the Family Tree Magazine Podcast for a 30-minute dose of genealogy education and fun. I
n this monthly online radio show, host Lisa Louise Cooke—creator of the popular Genealogy Gems podcast—takes you behind the scenes to learn more about the topics covered in the magazine. Each episode features interviews with genealogy experts and Family Tree Magazine editors on using genealogy Web sites, records and resources. Plus, editor Allison Stacy gives you sneak previews on upcoming issues and managing editor Diane Haddad delivers the scoop on the latest genealogy news.
Listening is easy! To learn more or to listen to the podcast, visit http://www.familytreemagazine.com/podcast/.
n this monthly online radio show, host Lisa Louise Cooke—creator of the popular Genealogy Gems podcast—takes you behind the scenes to learn more about the topics covered in the magazine. Each episode features interviews with genealogy experts and Family Tree Magazine editors on using genealogy Web sites, records and resources. Plus, editor Allison Stacy gives you sneak previews on upcoming issues and managing editor Diane Haddad delivers the scoop on the latest genealogy news.
Listening is easy! To learn more or to listen to the podcast, visit http://www.familytreemagazine.com/podcast/.
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
2008 Award of Excellence in Genealogical Service - Call for Nominations
We're looking for nominations! This is the time to help recognize that unsung genealogical hero who has contributed to your research success.
This award shall be presented to an individual in recognition of outstanding volunteer service to the field of genealogy in and related to the State of Maine through, but not limited to:
volunteer work to genealogical organizations and/or local libraries; efforts making genealogical and historical information more accessible to researchers (transcription of vital and other genealogical records, or publication of genealogical research either in print or electronic media);
education (through lectures and participation in presenting workshops);
maintaining genealogical website(s); and promotion of genealogy.
Nominations shall indicate qualifying service and contain biographical and other pertinent information. The person making the nomination must be member in good standing with Maine Genealogical Society.
MGS Members may download the nomination form at our main website: http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~megs/nomination.pdf.
You can read about our 2007 winner, Thelma Eye Brooks, at http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~megs/award_genealogical_service.htm.
This award shall be presented to an individual in recognition of outstanding volunteer service to the field of genealogy in and related to the State of Maine through, but not limited to:
volunteer work to genealogical organizations and/or local libraries; efforts making genealogical and historical information more accessible to researchers (transcription of vital and other genealogical records, or publication of genealogical research either in print or electronic media);
education (through lectures and participation in presenting workshops);
maintaining genealogical website(s); and promotion of genealogy.
Nominations shall indicate qualifying service and contain biographical and other pertinent information. The person making the nomination must be member in good standing with Maine Genealogical Society.
MGS Members may download the nomination form at our main website: http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~megs/nomination.pdf.
You can read about our 2007 winner, Thelma Eye Brooks, at http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~megs/award_genealogical_service.htm.
June Genealogical Events
Here's what's happening genealogically around the state for June:
June 7, 2008
Greater Portland Chapter of MGS
Cape Elizabeth, Maine
Your Shaker Ancestors presented by Linda Aaskov
June 7, 2008
Taconnett Falls Chapter of MGS
Winslow, Maine
Annual Plant Sale
June 8, 2008
Pejepscot Genealogical Society
Brunswick, Maine
Black Sheep and Family Secrets
Member Participation - Bring Your Stories!
June 14, 2008
Taconnett Falls Chapter of MGS
Winslow, Maine
Annual Genealogy Fair
June 18, 2008
Penobscot County Genealogical Society
Bangor, Maine
Annual Cookout
June 7, 2008
Greater Portland Chapter of MGS
Cape Elizabeth, Maine
Your Shaker Ancestors presented by Linda Aaskov
June 7, 2008
Taconnett Falls Chapter of MGS
Winslow, Maine
Annual Plant Sale
June 8, 2008
Pejepscot Genealogical Society
Brunswick, Maine
Black Sheep and Family Secrets
Member Participation - Bring Your Stories!
June 14, 2008
Taconnett Falls Chapter of MGS
Winslow, Maine
Annual Genealogy Fair
June 18, 2008
Penobscot County Genealogical Society
Bangor, Maine
Annual Cookout
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