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UpFront with NGS The Online Newsletter of the National Genealogical Society Volume 2, Number 7 -- 01 April 2003 :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-: Co-editors: Dennis and Carla Ridenour To view the HTML version of UpFront visit: http://www.NGSgenealogy.org/UpFront/040103/web To view the PDF version of UpFront visit: http://www.NGSgenealogy.org/UpFront/040103/040103.pdf -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Quote of the Day -- 01 April 2003 "Making a break-through on a brick wall problem is often a matter of broadening the search to every pertinent record. Sifting through those records for maximum results is the key to success. It often means re-examining all the accumulated information with a fresh eye for clues. What seemed insignificant six months ago may take on new meaning as we learn more of the family." --Christine Rose, CG, CGL, FASG, "Getting the Most from Every Clue," 2002 NGS Conference in the States Program Syllabus =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Today In UpFront :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-: Letters to the Editors --American Scientist Magazine --Closure of Public Records NGS Audio-Teleconference --Paper Trails: Picking Through the Crumbs! NGS Book Store --New Titles! News from the Federal Register --NARA Requests Comments On Appraisal Policy --New Groups Petition for Indian Tribe Status Trends & Current Issues in the Genealogical Community --APG Hits Record 1400 Members Online Resources --Gateway to Your Irish Ancestry Digital Imaging for Genealogists (DIG) --A Closer Look at Close-Up Photography, Part 1 News Items, Announcements, and Press Releases --April Events --Discovering Your Past, Graveyards and Genealogy --Call for Papers! (Toronto Branch of Ontario Genealogical Society) --Photo Album Software for the Mac --Triennial Meeting in Cromwell, CT Previous Issues of UpFront with NGS Family Reunion Calendar How to Submit Items for Publication in UpFront with NGS How to Subscribe or Unsubscribe NGS Contact Information :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-: The National Genealogical Society is the indispensable resource for genealogists seeking excellence in publications, education offerings, research materials, and peer interaction with others that share the common bond of interest in the field of genealogy. The opinions, articles, and statements expressed herein are solely for the use of our readers. Neither the reviews nor the reports may be used in advertising or for any commercial purpose. NGS and the authors disclaim any liability, loss, or risk, personal or otherwise that is or may be incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use and applications of any of the products, techniques, and technologies mentioned herein. NGS does not imply endorsement of any outside advertiser or other vendors appearing in this electronic newsletter. To learn more about the goals, publications, conferences, services and members benefits of the National Genealogical Society, visit the NGS Web site: http://www.NGSgenealogy.org © 2003 National Genealogical Society -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= The Editor's Inbox :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-: American Scientist Magazine This is to invite your attention to the March/April issue of "American Scientist" magazine wherein there are two articles of particular interest to genealogists. "American Scientist is generally available at newsstands; I got mine at Barnes & Noble. The first article is "Dating Ancient Mortar," revealing in quite readable form issues and results of radiocarbon and related dating. Among the datings described is the attribution of the stone tower in Newport, RI to the 1680's rather than the pre-Columbian period. Particularly linked to our interests is the second article, "Genealogy in the Era of Genomics" by Susanna C. Manrubia, et al. This article explores the probability of a line (surname) dying out as well as the related probability of a family name (Smith, Jones, etc.) becoming extinct. The authors use early English royalty as a lead topic, but branch into applications of DNA analysis. The roles of spelling variations in the survival of a surname and the number of generations required for the ancestors of two people to reach coalescence are also included. I suggest an immediate alert via UpFront to members so that they might obtain a copy while they are still available. >From Robert Shelton, Walnut Creek, CA -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Closure of Public Records It is disturbing to read of yet another state trying to close public records. Maryland Archives no longer accepts mail requests for records for genealogical research. You can go in person or hire a researcher. Here in Florida our Governor Jeb Bush wants to break up the Florida State Library that began in 1845 and give collections to NOVA, a private university. I am certain other plans are afoot in other states. Oh, woe is us, the family researcher. I think the worst part is that there is little hue and cry on the part of the public to prevent these actions. Of course, writing a representative is good, but what other steps can be taken by libraries, archives, heritage societies and so forth to help stop this nonsense? Have they forgotten that those records really are "Public"? >From Faye Irvin, Orange Park, Florida -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= NGS Audio-Teleconference :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-: "Paper Trails: Picking Through the Crumbs!" Interest is growing in the new NGS Audio-Teleconference. A reminder that you must register by 14 April for the 28 April conference, "Paper Trails: Picking Through the Crumbs!" in order to receive your conference support materials. :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-: NGS Lecture Series Begins, 28 April 2003 The National Genealogical Society has formally announced a new lecture series designed for both the casual family historian and the most advanced genealogist. Designed for participants that are limited in available time or have other obligations that prevent them from traveling to hear world-class lectures in the field of genealogy, or other personal reasons, these conferences are designed to be less time-consuming and more economical. The conferences are approximately one-hour in length, and are given after traditional business hours. Moderately priced, the participants call-in to a special number given to them in advance. The participants also receive lecture handouts in advance of the event. Wendy W. Herr, NGS Executive Director stated, "This new series will enable individuals from all over the country to participate in top-notch lectures that may not be easily accessible or affordable for people in more remote areas. Also, as time resources become a harder commodity to figure out in our busy lives, this will help individuals in their enjoyment of this fascinating field without a heavy chunk of time taken away from other obligations." The first NGS Audio-Teleconference is scheduled for 28 April 2003. Sheila Benedict, CGRS will present "Paper Trails: Picking Through the Crumbs!" This is an "Intermediate" level presentation. Participants need to enroll by 14 April in order to receive program handouts and call-in numbers in a timely fashion. For registration information and program details, visit the NGS Web site at: http://www.NGSGenealogy.org/audioconference.htm -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- NGS Online Bookstore :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-: New Titles! Many new and exciting titles have been added to the NGS Online Bookstore as well as all the favorite standards. New titles include the first two books in the National Genealogical Society Guides series. The following titles will be available for shipping any day. Place your order soon! "Genealogy 101: How to Trace Your Family's History and Heritage" by Barbara Renick. A guide to basic principles of family research, this is a book the uninitiated can understand and the experienced will appreciate. "Online Roots: How to Discover Your Family's History and Heritage with the Power of the Internet" by Pamela Boyer Porter, CGRS, CGL. A practical guide to making your online search more effective and creative. Includes how to know if what you find is accurate and the best way to make full use of the Internet. Visit the NGS Online Bookstore at http://www.NGSgenealogy.org or e-mail . Contributed by Illyce Mac Donald, NGS Bookstore -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- News from the Federal Register :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-: National Archives And Records Administration (Nara) Requests Comments On Appraisal Policy The National Archives and Records Administration is seeking public comment on the draft Appraisal Policy. This proposal is part of NARA's series of records management initiatives to examine and redesign, as necessary, its records management policies and procedures. The Strategic Plan of the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) states that NARA will ensure ready access to essential evidence that documents the rights of American citizens, the actions of Federal officials, and the national experience. In support of the NARA Strategic Plan, this draft Appraisal Policy sets out the strategic framework, objectives, and guidelines that the National Archives and Records Administration uses to determine whether Federal records have archival value. It also provides more specific guidelines for appraising the continuing historical value of certain categories of records including personal data records, research and development records, scientific observations, and environmental information. The draft policy is available on the NARA Opportunities for Public Comment Web page at: http://www.archives.gov/about_us/opportunities_for_comment/ draft_appraisal_policy.html For a paper copy of the report, you may contact Susan Cummings at (301) 837-1636. Comments must be received by April 18, 2003, and may be sent to Susan Cummings (NPOL) by e-mail to or by fax to 301-837-0319. Comments may also be sent by mail to: NPOL National Archives at College Park, Room 4100 8601 Adelphi Rd, College Park, MD 20740-6001 The request for comments was published in the 26 March 2003 Federal Register. Contributed by Wendy Herr, _______________________________________________ New Groups Petition for Indian Tribe Status The Bureau of Indian Affairs, Department of the Interior, has published a notice in the Federal Register regarding the petition of several groups for acknowledgement of existence as an Indian tribe. The following groups include: Western Cherokee of Arkansas/Louisiana Territories Barbareno/Ventureno Band of Mission Indians Dumna Tribal Council The Golden Hill Paugussett Tribal Nation Qutekcak Native Tribe Hudson River Band Arista Indian Village Wesget Sipu, Inc. Paugussett Tribal Nation of Waterbury Muskegon River Band of Ottawa Indians Tsalagi Nation Early Emigrants 1817 Chaloklowa Chickasaw Indian People, Native American Mohegans, Inc Ohatchee Cherokee Tribe Nation of New York and Alabama Piro/Manso/Tiwa Tribe of Guadalupe Pueblo Cheroenhaka (Nottoway) Indian Tribe United Mascogo Seminole Tribe of Texas Avoyel-Taensa Tribe/Nation of Louisiana, Inc Wyandot of Anderdon Nation Central Tribal Council Pamaque Clan of Coahuila Y Tejas Spanish Indian Colonial Missions, Inc. The groups are from all over the United States including the South, New England, Midwest, and the West Coast. Third parties may submit factual and/or legal arguments in support of or in opposition to each group's petition and may request to be kept informed of all general actions affecting the petition. Third parties should provide copies of their submissions to the petitioner. Any information submitted will be made available on the same basis as other information in the files. The petitions may be examined, by appointment, in the Department of the Interior, BIA, Branch of Acknowledgment and Research, MS: 4660-MIB, 1849 C Street, NW., Washington, DC 20240; Telephone: (202) 208-3592. The public notice appeared in the 20 March 2003 Federal Register. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Trends & Issues in the Genealogical Community :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:- Editor's Note: The following Press Release from the Association of Professional Genealogists indicates a growing trend among members of genealogical community toward sharing expertise, improving genealogical standards and taking positions on important genealogical issues. It's also interesting to note that many of the APG members will be sharing their expertise in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at the annual NGS Conference in the States, 28 -31 May 2003. For more conference information, visit http://www.eshow2000.com/ngs/ The Association of Professional Genealogists will also present its annual APG Professional Management Conference in September during the 2003 FGS Conference in Orlando, Florida. The conference sessions will be taped and a special syllabus printed just for this event. For more information visit http://www.apgen.org/conferences/index.html#APG __________________________ APG Hits Record 1400 Members While many organizations are finding membership numbers declining, one worldwide group is growing in record numbers and becoming more active on the home front-the Association of Professional Genealogists (APG). When Gordon Hillman of Sarnia, Ontario, Canada joined the association this week he became the 1400th member of this international organization, a milestone in its 24-year history. The Association of Professional Genealogists was established in 1979 by 19 genealogists who saw the need to set professional standards in a growing, unregulated field. After researching genealogical records in Canada and Europe for 40 years, Hillman said he joined APG because he recognized a need to "share expertise with those in the profession," which he can do nearby in the association's Ontario chapter. "Reaching 1400 members signals renewed growth and awareness of APG's position as the association for aspiring and practicing professionals in genealogy," said fellow Canadian Sherry Irvine of Victoria, BC, president of APG. She is hoping to surpass 1500 members by the organization's 25th anniversary in 2004. * Leading Organization APG, based near Denver, Colorado, is the leading worldwide professional organization devoted to promoting high standards in the field of genealogy. All APG members sign the association's code of ethics governing their professional conduct when they join and again at each renewal. Members are spread throughout the United States and Canada and in 20 other countries. They often rely on the organization's online and print membership directories to promote their services and its local chapters, brochures, quarterly journal, online communications, and professional management conference to expand their skills. * New Activities Under Irvine, the association has recently embarked on a program to increase awareness of its expertise and to take positions on important genealogical issues. For example, the APG executive committee passed a resolution in February supporting the effort to block the state of Florida's proposed budget cutbacks that would dismantle the Florida State Library. "My goals are to improve the association's services and promote the welfare of the genealogical community," said Irvine, CGRS (Certified Genealogical Records Specialist). "With the increasing popularity of genealogy, the public needs to know it can turn to our members for reliable, professional services and, should anything go wrong, to our professional review committee." * The One To Turn To Many people today are turning to the resources of APG for trustworthy genealogical information with good reason, according to Executive Director Kathleen W. Hinckley, CGRS. Most prominent North American genealogists can be found on the APG roster. For instance, the list includes Kay H. Freilich, CG (Certified Genealogist), CGL (Certified Genealogical Lecturer), president of the Board for Certification of Genealogists; Carolyn J. Nell, AG, commission chair of the International Commission for the Accreditation of Professional Genealogists; Thomas W. Jones, CG, CGL, and Claire M. Bettag, CGRS, CGL, coeditors of the National Genealogical Society Quarterly; and Elizabeth Shown Mills, CG, CGL, FASG (Fellow of American Society of Genealogists), an eminent lecturer and author of the standard-setting manual Evidence! Citation & Analysis for the Family Historian. But APG also welcomes members in related fields, such as researchers, historians, librarians, archivists, writers and editors, lecturers, booksellers, and publishers. One example of the group's diverse membership is James L. Hansen, FASG, reference librarian at the Wisconsin Historical Society who received the Filby Prize for Genealogical Librarianship from NGS last year. APG does not require members to obtain genealogical credentials (postnominals after their names) from a certifying organization but encourages it. People researching family histories also contact APG headquarters daily, looking for a professional genealogist (they are referred to the online membership directory, which is updated daily) or seeking research assistance, noted Hinckley. For further information about APG, please visit its Web site at http://www.apgen.org or call (303) 422-9371. The above press release was prepared by: Richard F. Robinson, CGRS, Information Officer, Association of Professional Genealogists, Contributed by Kathleen W. Hinckley, CGRS, Executive Director, Association of Professional Genealogists, P.O. Box 350998, Westminster, CO 80035-0998, phone 303-422-9371, fax 303-456-8825, e-mail -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Online Resources :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:- Gateway to Your Irish Ancestry -- New Irish Genealogy Web Site Simplifies the Search for the Best Irish Family History Resources ProGenealogists, Inc., of Salt Lake City, Utah, has announced the official launching of its Irish Genealogy Web site, http://ireland.progenealogists.com The goal of this new genealogy Web site is to simplify the search for the best online Irish genealogy resources for beginners and experts alike. Developed by Kyle J. Betit of ProGenealogists, and co-author of "A Genealogist's Guide to Discovering Your Irish Ancestors," Ireland.ProGenealogists.com is designed to save time and make it easy for researchers to access accurate data, learn about historical records sources, reference tools, locate Irish places of origin and Irish news, access Irish research experts, and more. Three brand new databases are now available online, representing inventories and cross-references to hard-to-find Irish sources: Irish Freeholders, Freemen, and Voting Registers, Church of Ireland Parish Registers, and Church of Ireland Vestry Minutes. The content of the Ireland.ProGenealogists.com site is reviewed by Irish genealogy experts and included when it is of exceptional quality and usefulness. Guidance is offered in commissioning the help of expert professionals. "Finding Irish ancestral origins represents some of the most challenging research there is," said Natalie Cottrill, President of ProGenealogists. "Our goal with this site has been to put together the best Irish genealogy resources and ready access to experts, to help make it easier to learn about Irish ancestry research." Ireland.ProGenealogists.com is the newest site in a growing selection of professional genealogy Web sites designed to make the most accurate and specialized genealogical information on the Internet readily accessible. ProGenealogists sites have received dozens of awards and honors, including those sponsored by the National Science Foundation, Family Tree Magazine and USA Today. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. For additional information visit: http://www.progenealogists.com For additional press information, contact Kyle J. Betit, (801) 699-9357 or Natalie Cottrill, (801) 699-9470. Contributed by Kyle J. Betit, -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Digital Imaging for Genealogists (DIG) :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:- A Closer Look at Close-Up Photography, Part 1 In the 15 February 2003 issue of UpFront (Vol.2, No. 4) we scratched the surface of photographing slides, negatives and microfilm. In this issue, we're going to look a little closer at this type of close-up photography and discuss some of the tools, methods, and camera accessories that will enable you to turn your digital camera into a portable "film-scanner." We'll also talk about some of the different camera styles and methods for adapting close-up filters, add-on macro lenses, loupes, and other devices that can be used to help set the proper distance for getting the best focus from various cameras. I realize that we can't cover all cameras, but I hope to give you some idea of what to look for in focus ranges and macro settings so that you can work around your camera's limitations, whatever they may be. * What's a Macro? Nearly every rangefinder style digital camera includes a built-in macro recording mode, which allows you to maintain a sharp focus when photographing at close range. How close you can get and still stay in focus depends on the individual camera. "Macro recording mode" may be an unfamiliar term for some of you, especially if you are switching from a point-and-shoot film camera to a digital one or are accustomed to using the macro-recorder in a word processor or other software application. A camera's macro mode is almost always represented by a standard icon resembling a stylized flower (tulip). The location of the macro icon and the selection method will vary from camera to camera. Some cameras provide an external button so that the macro mode can be quickly selected [see figure 1]; others may require the user to select the macro mode from the camera's internal menu system [see figure 2]. [1] http://www.NGSgenealogy.org/upfront/040103/Fig1.jpg [2] http://www.NGSgenealogy.org/upfront/040103/Fig2.jpg * Macro Focus Range Most camera manufacturers designate the macro focus range (the distance from the subject to the tip of the lens barrel) in centimeters rather than inches. As I mentioned earlier, this measurement is not the same for each cameras. For example, many Sony Cybershot and Nikon Coolpix models can focus as close as 2 cm while the typical macro focus range for most Canon Supershot models is 10cm. This measurement is usually listed with the camera specifications [see figure 3]. [3] http://www.NGSgenealogy.org/upfront/040103/Fig3.jpg The metric system has never been my strong point, so I try to associate some familiar objects with centimeter measurements to give me an idea of how close I can get with a certain camera. For instance, a regular king-size cigarette is about 8 ½ centimeters long and a dollar bill is about 15 ½ by 6 ½ centimeters. For those of you who need something more analytical, an inch is equal to 2.4 centimeters. This means that if your camera has macro setting of 10 centimeters, dividing that measurement by 2.4 centimeters will tell you that, when in macro mode, the camera lens can be as close to the subject as 4.17 inches. Cameras with a macro setting of 2 cm can be as close as 13/16 of an inch. If you are looking to purchase a camera, and photographs of film or slides is one of your main priorities, then look for a macro setting of 2cm or less. * Get as Close as You Can When Photographing Slides and Negatives The resolution of a digital photograph is measured in pixels (image size). For example, a 2-megapixel image measures 1,632 pixels wide, and 1,224 pixels high, or 1632 x 1224=1,997,568 pixels, rounded to 2,000,000 pixels or 2 megapixels. An image from 5-megapixel camera measures 2560x1920 pixels. High-resolution images (large size) contain more detail than low-resolution images (small size). Since cropping an image reduces its resolution you will want to maintain as much detail as possible by filling the entire frame (the camera's LCD screen) with the slide or negative so that you can avoid capturing slide mounts, film borders, and other unwanted data that will need to be cropped from the final image. This is especially important when photographing microfilm. If you macro doesn't allow you to get close enough to fill the frame, you will need some way to magnify the film item. Remember, the closer you can get to the slide, the less unwanted information you will have to crop out, and the information from the slide will appear with more detail in your final image. * Accessory Filters and Lenses Camera stores and photo-supply Web sites carry an assortment of specialty filters, lenses and loupes that can be used to magnify small items and enhance you camera's focus range. In addition to photographing slides and film, these accessories also work well for photographing ancestor signatures, heirloom jewelry, engraved inscriptions or other family history items. The trick is to find out what works best with your camera at a price you're willing to pay. Let's take a look at these different items. *Add-On Macro Lenses and Close-Up Filters: Macro lenses are made of high-quality glass and have a fixed magnification level. They are almost always optically superior to a set of close-up lenses and have a sharper edge-to-edge focus but they also are usually more expensive. Close-up lenses typically range in magnification strengths of +1 to +10. They can be purchased separately or as a set that includes 2 or more filters with different magnification levels. Several filters can be stacked (screwed together) to give increased levels of magnification. They can also be stacked with a macro lens if desired. The most common set is a set of three magnifying (close-up) lenses, 1-power, 2-power, and 4-power. You can put these lenses together in different combinations to acquire the magnification up to +7-power. For instance, if you need a magnifying power of +6, you would screw the 4-power, and the 2-power together, then screw them onto the lens. To get a +3-power, you would stack the 2-power with the 1-power, and so on. When stacking close-up filters, it's wise to put the strongest filter closest to the camera lenses, then the next strongest, etc. For example, to get a magnification up to +7-power, you would place the +4-power closest to the lens, then the +2 and finally the +1. You lose a tiny bit of image quality every time you place an additional piece of glass in front of your lens. Placing the strongest, highest quality lens next to the camera's built-in lens will help minimize this loss. * Attaching Add-On Lenses and Filters: Add-on lenses and filters are designed to screw on to the front of your camera's built-in lens. This can create a problem for some camera owners simply because not all digital cameras have a threaded lenses. Fortunately, lens adapters or mounts are available for some of the more popular camera models. Typical prices range anywhere from $14 to $49. These adaptors can also be used to attach other filters or specialty lenses such as a Telephoto or Wide Angle conversion lenses. Slide copiers are also available for specific camera models. Check the following Web sites to find is there is a lens adaptor or slide copier available for your camera. *Links to Lens Adapters, Filters, and Slide Copiers for a Variety of Camera Models: The Filter Connection: http://www.2filter.com/welcometo.html Nextag: http://www.nextag.com/ Adorama: http://www.adorama.com/ Tiffen (browse by camera manufacturer): http://www.tiffen.com/digital.htm#Browse%20by%20Camera%20Manufacturer EBay (use the find feature to search for "lens adapter" or "slide copier") http://search.ebay.com/ Nightowl (lens adapters for Canon, Fuji, Nikon and Olympus cameras} http://www.nightowlcamera.com/lenses.html How to Use Add-On Lenses with the KODAK DC260, DC265, and DC290 Zoom Digital Cameras: http://wwwat.kodak.com/global/en/service/tib/tib4314.shtml ShotCopy (a combination slide, negative, and print copier for cameras that can focus clearly to within inch of the camera lens.) http://www.shotcopy.com/ Photosolve xtendaslide (slide copier): http://www.photosolve.com/main/product/xtendaslide/index.html Joe Filer's homemade slide copier and other accessories for Canon G1, G2, or G3 homemade slide copier: http://www.pbase.com/image/1074478 Denny Cannon's homemade slide copier for the Nikon 950 http://home.hiwaay.net/~drcannon/cp950/copysetup.htm Another homemade slide copier: http://www.angelfire.com/ar/thecameranutjwb/page2.html An illustrated discussion of the Canon G1 and Canon Pro 90 macro mode with various close-up lenses: http://www.breezesys.f9.co.uk/g1/macro/ * Be Creative Tape, Velcro, glue, PVC pipe, a spray can lid or a toilet paper roll can all be used to rig-up a homemade lenses adaptor. Experiment and see what works for your camera! There is almost always a way to overcome camera limitations. * Other Magnifying Devices Loupes: Loupes come in different sizes and magnifications. You can pay as little as $10-$30 for a plastic loupe or as much as $150 or more for one made of high-quality glass. Fortunately the inexpensive plastic loupes do a fairly good job as long as you keep them clean and free of scratches. Many photographers use loupes to view film grain and detail, however they can also be used when photographing slides or negatives and are especially handy if you can't find a lenses adaptor to fit your camera. You will need to experiment with different loupes to see which ones work best with your camera and give you the desired amount of magnification. I haven't tried them but specialty-magnifying lenses used by rock hounds and coin dealers may also work if you already happen to own one. Common Magnifying Glass: An interesting article on to use ordinary magnifying glasses to build a homemade macro lens is available at: http://www.picturetrail.com/amiga7 For a review of the finished macro lens see http://www.wildportraits.com/reviews.htm Bug Viewers and Toy Binoculars: Some photographers have reported successful close-up photography when using bug viewers purchased from a toy store for approximately $5. Others have used toy binoculars and microscopes. For an interesting article by an Olympus camera user see: http://www.geocities.com/ptimlin/macrolens.html * Purchasing a Macro Lens, Close-Up Filter or Other Magnifying Device Take your camera and a few test slides or a filmstrip with you when you go shopping for camera accessories. Most camera storeowners will be eager to have you try the different lenses, filters and loupes so that they can pass on the results of your experiments to other shoppers and digital camera owners. * Watch Out for Vignetting Lenses and filters are available in several common lenses sizes. You can use a step-up or step-down ring to attach a lens or filter if you can't find one the same size as your camera's built-in lens. Using a lens or filter that is too small can cause "vignetting," a problem that shows up as a dark circular area in the corners of the photo [see figure 4]. This problem is most noticeable when the camera is at its widest angle and can be minimized by zooming in slightly [see figure 5]. [4] http://www.NGSgenealogy.org/upfront/040103/Fig4.jpg [5] http://www.NGSgenealogy.org/upfront/040103/Fig5.jpg Using multiple step-up rings and filters or a lenses tube that is too long can also cause vignetting. A slight amount of vignetting can be cropped from the photo; however, cropping will reduce the resolution of the final photo. Test your accessories before purchasing whenever possible. This should give you a glimpse into some of the problems and solutions encountered when trying to adapt your camera to use lenses, filters or loupes for taking pictures of slides, filmstrips, or negatives. Next issue, we will show how to adapt add on lenses, filters, and loupes to the different camera styles. We will also show examples of the results you can expect to get with the different setups. Until then, think digitally--Denny Contributed by Dennis Ridenour, Editor's note: This article will continue in our 15 April issue. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- News Item :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-: April Events The following events are scheduled for April 2003. To view a listing of events for other months, visit the Current Events section of the NGS Web site at: http://www.NGSgenealogy.org/events.htm 01 April NGS nomination deadline as adjusted: National Genealogical Society Filby Prize http://www.NGSgenealogy.org/comfilby.htm 05 April The Virginia Genealogical Society holds its annual Spring Conference at St. Edwards Catholic Church, 10701 W. Huguenot Rd., Richmond, Virginia. Theme is "Ancestors on the Move: Tracing Migration Routes." Registrations received by 24 March will reserve a boxed lunch. Contact VGS, Spring Conference, 5001 W. Broad Street, Suite 115, Richmond, VA 23230-3023. 05 April Dallas Genealogical Society continues its Lecture Series. The speaker is Barbara Vines Little, CG. For more information on the lecture series: http://www.dallasgenealogy.org/. 05 April St. Louis Genealogical Society holds its 33rd Annual Fair with featured speaker, Elizabeth Shown Mills, CG, CGL, FUGA, FNGS, FASG. "Time for New Ideas." There will also be lectures on computer topics, family health history, and successfully using maps in genealogy. Visit the Web site for a registration form http://www.stlgs.org/fair.shtml or contact the society at St. Louis Genealogical Society, P.O. Box 43010, St. Louis, MO 63143-0010. 05 April The Genealogical Societies of New Jersey and Pennsylvania will present "An All Day Genealogical Program" with George Redmonds at the New Jersey State Museum Auditorium, Trenton, New Jersey. Dr. George Redmonds will present two lectures on the significance of surnames, genes and genetics in genealogical research. There will also be two other lectures on Scottish/Irish Genealogy, and on Discovering London's Genealogical Treasures. In addition, there will be Book Fair where a number of booksellers and genealogical organizations will display their wares. For more information, call (609) 924-9742. 05 April The Sacramento German Genealogy Society holds its 18th annual spring seminar at La Sierra Community Center, 5325 Engle Road, Carmichael. The program will last from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm, with a lunch break. The Seminar's speaker, Roger Minert, AG, Ph.D., is has proved himself not only an expert in German research, but also as a teacher skilled in delivering information in an arresting and useful manner. His topic will be "Making Sense of German Records." Contact Vic Boisseree; phone: (916) 482-8511; Web site: http://www.sacgergensoc.org/ e-mail: mailto: 11-12 April "Michigan In Perspective History Conference," the 45th Annual Conference on Local History, will take place on April 11 & 12, 2003 in Detroit, Michigan at the McGregor Memorial Conference Center, Wayne State University. Topics Include: Current Research in Regional History, Archives, Education, Genealogy, Folklore and Oral History, Collections and Collecting, Maritime History, Preservation, Living History, etc. Questions? Contact: Walter P. Reuther Library, Local History Conference, 313-577-4003 24-26 April The Ohio Genealogical Society proudly announces its 2003 Annual Conference "Ohio: 200 Years of Heritage" at the Hilton Columbus. The featured speaker is Kip Sperry. The program offers nearly sixty sessions and many nationally-known speakers from across the country. Tracks include Ohio, Technology, Building Blocks, Methodology, and several more. This is a wonderful way to celebrate Ohio's Bicentennial. For more information, visit http://www.ogs.org/ e-mail: . 24-26 April Utah Genealogical Association presents its "Family History Conference, The Drama, the Dreams," at the Salt Palace Convention Center, Salt Lake City, Utah. Call UGA toll-free at (888) INFO UGA; e-mail: . 24-27 April The Society for German-American Studies holds its 27th Annual Symposium in Baltimore, Maryland. The focus will be German immigration through port cities on the Eastern seaboard of the United States. The Symposium is open to non-members. Attendees can also attend this event for one day only. The Symposium will be held at the Graduate and Conference Center of Loyola College in Timonium. For more information or registration and program materials e-mail Randall Donaldson, the conference coordinator, at with the subject line "SGAS in Baltimore 2003";or write SGAS in Baltimore 2003, % Randall Donaldson, Symposium Coordinator Loyola College in Maryland Modern Languages & Literatures 4501 N. Charles Street Baltimore, MD 21210-2699 25-26 April Louisiana Genealogical and Historical Society celebrates the Bicentennial of the Louisiana Purchase and its 50th Anniversary by hosting the "Louisiana Purchase Bicentennial Conference on Genealogy" in Baton Rouge, LA. This two-day seminar will feature Elizabeth Shown Mills, CG, CGL, FUGA, FNGS, FASG on methodology topics and various other speakers on Louisiana topics. Complete details and a registration form are available at http://www.rootsweb.com/~la-lghs/ or contact Jim Perrin at: 26 April The Topeka Genealogical Society hosts its 31st annual genealogy conference at the Kansas History Center, 6425 SW 6th St,. Topeka, Kansas. Birdie Monk Holsclaw will be the featured speaker. For information, visit http://www.tgstopeka.org//; e-mail: ; or phone: (785) 233-5762. 26 April Milwaukee County Genealogical Society, Inc., holds its Bi-Annual Workshop at Serb Memorial Hall, 5101 West Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Pre-registration is required. Contact MCGS, Box 270326, Milwaukee, WI 53227-0326; phone: (262) 786-6408. 26 April An Annual Genealogy Workshop will be presented by the Central Florida Genealogical Society (Orlando) on Saturday, 26 April 26 2003 at the Community United Methodist Church, 321 Piney Ridge Rd and U S Highway 17-92, Casselberry, Florida. Detailed information and registration is available at: http://www.cfgs.org/ 28 April NGS Audio-Teleconference. "Paper Trails: Picking through the Crumbs!" Sheila Benedict, CGRS, will be the speaker. Enroll by 14 April in order that you may receive your teleconference handouts and call-in number in time. Web site: http://www.NGSgenealogy.org/audioconference.htm -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- News Item :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-: "Discovering Your Past, Graveyards and Genealogy" Date: March 6, 2003 through Mid September Location: Chico Museum, 141 Salem St.( at 2nd), Chico, California Open: Wednesday - Sunday, Noon - 4:00 p.m. Admission: Free, Donations Accepted Local Historians, Genealogists, and Cemetery Historians have created an impressive exhibit of artifacts and information on local history in Butte County, California. The following lectures on special topics of interest scheduled at the Museum from 2-3 pm: * March 23rd: Doug Keister " The Story in Stone" * April 27th : Jim Jessee "A Topic of Genealogical Interest" * June 22nd: Dave Brown, "Cemeteries" * July 27th: Keith Johnson, "Ancestor Archaeology, Finding Your Roots Under The Soil" * August 24th, Pat Waldron, " Orphan Trains" Stop By and Visit, It is a Great Exhibit! Contributed by Barbara LaMarche, Paradise, CA, -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= News Item :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-: Call for Papers! >From May 27 to 30 2004, the Toronto Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society will host the Society's annual Seminar at the International Plaza Hotel near the airport. The theme of the Seminar will be "The 3 R's of Family History: Resources, Research, Results" featuring different streams of interest. Methodology, Technology, Toronto, Ontario, and Canadian research and a miscellaneous stream which could include topics related to such things as Society Management, genetics/DNA and others. Research trips will be provided to four major archival centres during the Seminar, so participants will receive overviews of their holdings. The organizers are inviting proposals for one-hour lecture sessions or longer workshops in keeping with the theme of the Seminar and the various streams. The deadline for proposals is 01 May 2003. For further details about submitting proposals, please refer to the Seminar Web site at : http://www.ogsseminar.org Contributed by Barbara Garrow, -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= News Item :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-: Photo Album Software for the Mac E-Book Systems, Inc has announced the release of Mac FlipAlbum® 3, an application that lets you create digital photo albums on your Mac with a realistic 3D Page-Flipping look. Based on the award winning FlipAlbum series of products for the PC, this new release will automatically create a photo album from photos in your Mac. Simply open a folder of photos with Mac FlipAlbum® 3 to create a page-flipping photo album complete with thumbnails, a table of contents and an index. Minimum system requirements include a Macintosh Personal Computer, Power PC G3 450MHz and above, Mac OS 10.1.3 and later, 30 MB Hard Disk space for installation, 256 MB RAM, Mouse and CD ROM. A thirty-day trial version is available plus additional details at: http://www.flipviewer.com/promo/macfa/index.htm -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= News Item :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-: Triennial Meeting in Cromwell, CT The Society of Middletown First Settlers Descendants 1650-1700 will be meeting in Cromwell, CT for their Triennial meeting from Aug 29-Sept 1, 2003. For more information, visit: Contributed by Barbara Stenberg <> -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Previous Issues of UpFront with NGS :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-: Did you miss an issue of UpFront with NGS? Previous issues are located at http://www.NGSgenealogy.org/upfront/archives/ Searchable issues of UpFront with NGS are on Roots: http://listsearches.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/listsearch.pl?list=NGS -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Family Reunion Calendar :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-: To add your family reunion to this calendar, please send an announcement to To view a complete list of other coming events visit http://www.NGSgenealogy.org/newscoming.htm Additional reunion news, archived reunion announcements, and a list of reunion conferences, workshops and seminars are available at the Reunions Magazine Web site: http://www.reunionsmag.com For more reunion references see http://www.CyndisList.com/reunions.htm June 6-8 2003 (new) The FORBIS Family will hold its 42nd annual reunion at the Fin and Feather Lodge, Gore, OK, 6-8 June 2003. The reunion is for descendants and friends of Benjamin and Edythe WRIGHT FORBIS. Family names include FORBIS (FORBES), WRIGHT, and TURNER, with SCHATZ, PORTER, LEONARD, FOGLESONG, and JONES descendants. We always have a lot of fun, with family stories, books, and pictures. There's a "Yard Dart" tournament Saturday afternoon (includes a traveling trophy) and a "Spade" tournament Saturday night. The cost of food and lodging is pro-rated based on the number of members attending. We'll try to take the group photo at 11:30 am Sun, but the time depends on who has to "go early," or "come late." A swimming pool and tennis and volleyball courts are near, as well as an arcade for the kids. And, of course, there's always food and fun, visiting with new and old relatives. Distant kin, relatives by marriage, or those bearing the name and wanting to learn more are welcome. Contact Jean Taylor, or Bev Kodesh, June 12-14, 2003 The BUNKER Family Association will hold its 90th annual meeting and reunion in Portsmouth, NH on June 12-14, 2003. All Bunkers and persons related to Bunkers are welcome. There will be visits to old Bunker burial grounds and the Bunker Garrison House site built by James Bunker c. 1660. Many Bunker artifacts, books and pictures will be on display. For more information, contact Gil Bunker at , 9 Sommerset Rd., Turnersville, NJ 08012-2122 or check the Web site at http://www.bunkerfamilyassn.org June 13-15, 2003 The descendants of Samuel SLADE will gather evening of June 13th, full day on 14th, and those interested in staying for church on Sunday June 15th, 2003. This event will be held at Fincher United Methodist Church, Meansville, Pike County, Georgia. We are seeking names and addresses of interested parties. For further information please contact Barbara Slade Dayhuff, June 14, 2003 The 2nd Annual Family Reunion for FIELDER/GANO/SINGLETON/BRAZZLE/HONTS families of ancestors of the Washington County, Kansas area will take place on 14 June 2003. All relatives of these and related families are encouraged to attend. For more information please contact: Karen Pickett, For more information on the CAIN, BRAZZEL, BOETTCHER, SCHILD, and BRANDT families see http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~brandt/index.html June 14, 2003 The ELLINGTON family of central NC (Orange, Alamance, Durham and Chatham county area) will hold its annual family reunion on June 14, 2003 at the Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Alamance County, NC. All Ellingtons and related families are welcome to attend. A shared lunch at noon will begin the festivities. We will do some family story-sharing after lunch. Please bring old and current family photos for display. For more details, contact Richard Ellington phone: 919-967-4168 or e-mail: June 21, 2003 The PINEGAR Family will be holding the annual PINEGAR family reunion in the Des Moines, IA area on 21 June 2003. We are seeking names and addresses of all relatives so we can contact each and every one possible. We are planning a fun filled day for all and hoping to exchange family pictures along with family history. For further info contact : June 21, 2003 The eleventh annual National LAMPLEY Reunion will be held June 21, 2003 at Fairview Recreational Center from 10:00am-? in Fairview, TN (outside Nashville in Williamson County).Bring main and side dishes for the noon indoor potluck meal; and bring family genealogies, photos, news, events of the past year, newspaper clippings, and a recipe with a family history or connection. Group photo will be at 11:30 am. Outdoor pool is adjacent and indoor activities are available for kids. Distant kin, relatives by marriages or those bearing the name and wanting to learn more are welcome. Cemetery tour in late afternoon. For more info contact R. Rose June 23, 2003 The descendants of Henry ZELLAR & wife Caroline Augusts SCHLUTER Zellar (of Whithall, Muskegon Co. MI), will meet Sunday June 23, 2003 at the Fruitport Park, Fruitport, Muskegon, MI. Dinner is at 12:00. Bring: Dish (food to pass) Own table service Beverages Lawn Chairs Table Coverings Games (optional) Also bring family information and pictures for further information contact: Bill Melton, or Phyllis Leedom - June 26 - 28, 2003 The next annual meeting of the Owsley Family Historical Society will be held in Charlottesville, Virginia. You do not have to be a Society member to attend. For more information, please contact Ronny Bodine at or Connie Howard at or visit the Web site at http://www.owsleyfamily.com/ June 28, 2003 Armand Allard DUPLANTIER: A Family Reunion and Celebration of Armand Duplantier's 250th birthday will be held Saturday, June 28, 2003, at Magnolia Mound Plantation in Baton Rouge, LA. All descendants of Armand Duplantier are invited to attend. If you are a descendant of Armand Duplantier, please mail or e-mail your name, address, phone number and e-mail address to Margo Duplantier Rhinehart, 712 Carondelet St, Mandeville, LA 70448, e-mail: We would also like to have the names and addresses of any other descendants you might know. If possible, please let us know how you are descended. Some of the other family names descended from Armand are Favrot, Peniston, Reynaud, Toca, Hatkinson, Fortin, Laquier, Aucoin, Meffre-Rouzan, Kleinpeter, Burke, Randolf, D'Armond, Hathorn, Noland, Lamon, and others. If you think you might be a descendant but aren't sure, let us know and we will try to help find out. We will put you on our mailing list for this exciting event, and further information will be sent out soon. In the meantime, please visit our Web site at http://www.duplantier.org July 4, 2003 The GIACOLETTI family of BISBEE, ARIZONA will be having their family reunion on 04 July 2003 at the GIACOLETTI Ranch in Bisbee, Arizona. If more information is needed please contact July 11, 2003 The MORGAN family reunion will be held July 11-13 in Minneapolis, MN. This line comes from Jacob/Mary Morgan through Albert C. Morgan. For additional information contact . July 18, 19, 20, 2003 "Mother Cumberland-A Harvest of Memories: Reunion 2003" will be hosted by the BRADY Family Heritage Association on July 18, 19, 20, 2003 at the Shippensburg University, Shippensburg, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. For more information contact Donna Cuillard at or visit the Brady Family Heritage Association Web site at http://bradyheritage.org/reunion2003.htm July 18-20, 2003 The CLEVELAND family, with origins from Thomasville, Clarke County, Alabama, and related families will be holding their bi-annual family reunion July 18-20, 2003 at the Valley Plaza Resort in Midland, Michigan. Contact: or visit the reunion Web site at http://DetroitClevelands.tripod.com July 20, 2003 (new) The 87th annual reunion of the James Jackson BAKER Families will take place on Sunday, 20 July 2003 at Swain's Lake Park, Concord MI (Jackson Co). Descendants and relatives of James Jackson BAKER (1844-1919) and Julia Etta HERLEY (nee O'HERLIHEY)(c1848-1924). Related families: Corby, Morey, O'Sullivan, Fisher, Martin, Wickman, Watts, Sanders, Raymond. Contact John D Baker; 14700 N Drive North; Marshall, MI 49068; e-mail: July 24 - 27, 2003 The PENNINGTON Research Association is holding its 2003 Annual Reunion/Meeting in San Rafael, California (a suburb of San Francisco) July 24 through 27, 2003. Cyndi Howells will be the guest speaker on Saturday, 26 July, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. The cost for Cyndi's presentation will be $35 per person (lunch is included). Seating is limited and sign ups will be on a first come first seated basis. The Pennington Research Association at http://www.penningtonresearch.org will start accepting reservations for this event in February. For more information see http://www.penningtonresearch.org/news_events/Meetings/2003mtg.htm July 25 - 27, 2003 Calling all descendents of Allan MCLEOD b. Dec.25,1824, d. March 10,1913 and Ann (MORRISON) McLeod of Whitney Pier. A MacLeod family reunion is planned for July 25-27/03. For further information on the family line and reunion details, please send e-mail to or check the Web site at http://www.macleodreunion.com July 26, 2003 The PURTZER/PUERTZER Family reunion will be held on 26 July 2003 at St. John's Lutheran Church in New Boston, Spencer County, Indiana. Contact: Marlene Polster, 1437 West 97th Ave, Crown Point, IN. E-mail: August 2-3, 2003 HEWER Families Reunion 2003 will be held at St. George's Church, 99 Woolwich St., Guelph, Ontario, Canada on Saturday, 2 August 2003, 10am - 4 pm and followed by a pot luck picnic on Sunday, 3 August 2003, 11am - 4 pm, Riverside Park, Woolwich St., Guelph, Ontario. The HEWER family arrived in the Guelph area from Gloucestershire, England in 1831. According to recent family memory, there has never been an all Hewer families reunion. Contact Perry Richards at for further information and registration or visit the Web site at http://www.hewer.info/reunion2003 August 3, 2003 Descendants of Obed b. 1774; Zina b. 1800; and Daniel LINDSEY b. 1846, will gather on August 3, 2003 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania (note: this family is from upstate New York. Home farm near Dryden, NY). Contact: Don Lindsey. phone: 717-359-7207; e-mail: August 9, 2003 (new) A HARVEY Family Reunion will take place August 9, 2003 in Kalamazoo, Michigan. All descendants of Bert and Hattie CLEVELAND, Charles and Rose HARVEY, Frank and Hattie HARVEY, Marshall and Dessa HARVEY, Andrew and Amanda WEATHERWAX, and Orrin and Edith HARVEY are invited to attend. For information please contact Norm Harvey at (816)454-4135 or August 9-10, 2003 The 100th BAKER-FULLER Family Reunion (for the descendants of Robert & Elizabeth (Conklin) BAKER and Aaron & Sarah (Kimble) FULLER) will be held near Tunkhannock, Pa., on August 9-10, 2003. For more information, contact Bob Baker, who is hosting the event, at 112 Saddle Lake Road, Tunkhannock, PA 18657, phone 570-836-4919 or e-mail or check out the Web site at http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~lila/baker100.htm August 13-17, 2003 The SINYKIN Family reunion is scheduled for August 13 - 17, 2003 at the Alex Johnson Hotel, Rapid City, South Dakota. For more information contact: Diane (Sinykin) Small at August 23, 2003 The 100th BAGLEY-LANE Reunion (for the descendants of Thomas and Abiah (LANE) BAGLEY) will be held at the historic Dimock Camp-Meeting Ground, west of Dimock, Pa., on August 23, 2003. For more info, contact Bob Baker, who is Bagley-Lane family historian, at 112 Saddle Lake Road, Tunkhannock, PA 18657, phone 570-836-4919 or e-mail or check out the Web site at http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~lila/blreun.htm September 2 -7, 2003 The SEELEY Genealogical Society will hold its biennial reunion at Williamsburg, Virginia, 2-7 September 2003. This conference promises to be an excellent opportunity to share research, about genealogy and history, and meet new friends. All spellings of the Seeley surname are welcome. For reservations call the Holiday Inn Patriot at 1-800-446-6001 before 15 August 2003. For more information call or e-mail James R. Seeley, 108 Westridge Dr.,Churchville, VA 24421. Phone: (540) 337-8633, e-mail: . September 15 - 24, 2003 Owsley Family Historical Society: English Heritage Tour September 15 to 24, 2003. Plans are now complete for the 2003 tour to England and North Wales. We are going to a more northerly part of the country to see an entirely different group of sites than the 2001 tour, with three exceptions. We will once again visit Glooston church and village and Acton Court and church. One other difference this time is the visit to North Wales historic Caernarvon Castle built by Edward I. You do not have to be a Society member to attend. For information, please contact Bill Gann at or visit the Web site at http://www.owsleyfamily.com/heritagetour2003.html September 18 -20, 2003 The REYNOLDS Family Association 78th Annual Reunion, "A Virginia Homecoming," will take place on 18 -20 September 2003 at the Williamsburg Hospitality House, 415 Richmond Road, Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia 23185, 1-800-932-9192. Registrants must tell hotel they are with the Reynolds Family Association to qualify for room rates of $119 single/double occupancy. These rates will be honored 2 days before and 2 days after reunion dates, if reserved at time of reunion reservation. Current taxes 9.5%. Free parking. Check In: 3:00 p.m. Check Out: 11:00 a.m. The deadline for hotel reservations at these rates is 18 August 2003. Make reservations early even if you must cancel later. Before-and-After Reunion Activities are available for those who wish to take advantage of the hotel rates to do research, vacation, etc. in addition to the reunion. All who register for the reunion before 1 August 2003 will be sent packages detailing these extra activities and extra costs for the days before and after the reunion dates. The registration fee for the reunion itself is $35 per person and includes a luncheon on 20 September. Send checks, payable to RFA, plus the names of persons registering to the reunion host before 15 August 2003. Contact: William H. Marshall, RFA Reunion Host 101 Rolfe Road Williamsburg, Virginia 23185-3922 Phone: 757-229-9413 Fax: 757-229-9413 (must call first) E-mail: September 23, 2003 LOKRIG Family Reunion - September 23 - 25, 2003, Las Vegas, Nevada. Headquarters: Boardwalk Hotel - for information contact Susan B. 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