by Kim Wolterman | Articles
I’ve been asked to help with the genealogy of an 1860’s era home in St. Louis County. This one is a challenge because I have not researched a house that old before. Added to that is the fact that the house was picked up and moved in the 1990’s. I’ll keep you posted on...
by Kim Wolterman | Articles
Historical newspapers can provide quite a bit of information about former homeowners and communities. See my latest article on using newspapers in your house research at the following Ezine Articles link House History – Using Newspapers to Research Your...
by Kim Wolterman | Articles
Historical city and county maps and atlases may show your house on them, and perhaps list the owner as well. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, fire insurance maps were periodically drawn up for cities and towns in the United States. These maps were...
by Kim Wolterman | Articles
Don’t forget about meetings being held in your area which may assist you in your research. The local historical or genealogical societies may offer educational meetings which can provide you with additional information. For example, here in St. Louis this Saturday the...
by Kim Wolterman | Articles
City Directories were the forerunners to telephone books, and often listed the resident’s occupation and spouse in addition to the address. Some also contain maps of the city or cities covered by the directory. The directories can help you establish the dates that a...
