We had a number of apologies, however a small group met and exchanged research achievements and failures.
Barry – had no luck trying to locate Irish relatives living in the late 1880’s.
Malcolm – Has completed his research and printed a book which has been given to his grandson. He also had another version of his family history printed at Benalla printers.
Dawne – Came along to her first session and had a broad discussion on her research efforts to date. She has been given a copy of our group’s ‘research resources/tips and tricks’ which has given her some new avenues to explore. Dawne also explained some issues she had encountered with cemeteries and being denied access to mark a family grave. She was given a couple of hints by both Mal and Barry.
Bev – presented a ‘cameo’ performance of her ANZAC day presentation which was very interesting. Bev also described the ‘buzz’ she experienced recently when distant relatives in Scotland contacted her after reading the ‘Tancy Lee’ and ‘Gretna Rail Disaster’ stories on her family history blog.
Barry and Dawne's stories on May's theme 'Disappointment' were certainly identified with and appreciated.
Whilst it is not mandatory for members to bring along a story, if you wish to do so, perhaps try; 'Have you faced a moral, an ethical dilemma in your research? Perhaps it relates to what to include in a story shared with others or on the website; a family object in your possession; etc. Write about it in 150 to 400 words'.
The next session will be at 1.30 pm on Thursday 27th June.
Barry O'Connor
Barry – had no luck trying to locate Irish relatives living in the late 1880’s.
Malcolm – Has completed his research and printed a book which has been given to his grandson. He also had another version of his family history printed at Benalla printers.
Dawne – Came along to her first session and had a broad discussion on her research efforts to date. She has been given a copy of our group’s ‘research resources/tips and tricks’ which has given her some new avenues to explore. Dawne also explained some issues she had encountered with cemeteries and being denied access to mark a family grave. She was given a couple of hints by both Mal and Barry.
Bev – presented a ‘cameo’ performance of her ANZAC day presentation which was very interesting. Bev also described the ‘buzz’ she experienced recently when distant relatives in Scotland contacted her after reading the ‘Tancy Lee’ and ‘Gretna Rail Disaster’ stories on her family history blog.
Barry and Dawne's stories on May's theme 'Disappointment' were certainly identified with and appreciated.
Whilst it is not mandatory for members to bring along a story, if you wish to do so, perhaps try; 'Have you faced a moral, an ethical dilemma in your research? Perhaps it relates to what to include in a story shared with others or on the website; a family object in your possession; etc. Write about it in 150 to 400 words'.
The next session will be at 1.30 pm on Thursday 27th June.
Barry O'Connor
