Records Articles
Q. The last record I can find of my father-in-law's half sister is a 1930 census record from Los Angeles. The library suggested I use city directories, but I live in the Midwest. How would I find and use Los Angeles directories?
6/1/2005
You've got questions about discovering, preserving and celebrating your family history; our experts have the answers.
2/8/2012
If you have a Civil War veteran in your family tree, you can learn a lot about his military service from his muster cards.
5/2/2011
Uncover the clues in historical records. This issue: Declaration of Intention
8/2/2011
The Bureau of Land Management’s General Office has digitized more than 5 million land patents and made them searchable. This edition of Document Detective will help you survey the land of patents for your genealogical benefit.
11/6/2012
See how to find your ancestor's Social-Security Application form, or SS-5, and what you'll find on it.
2/23/2010
You've found the record you're desperate for — too bad the old handwriting looks like chicken scratch. Here's your ticket to translating antique text.
5/1/2006
You've got questions about discovering, preserving and celebrating your family history; our experts have the answers.
9/28/2009
Dive into the Ellis Island database with these tips to keep your research afloat.
9/27/2009