Storytelling … it’s the reason many of us became interested in genealogy. Were those tales our grandparents shared really true? The detective in all of us itches to find the truth! The September Stirpes focuses on storytelling, with great articles on a variety of storytelling aspects from techniques to examples. Donna Ingham evokes the soul … Read more
TxSGS’s latest issue of Stirpes, the Journal of the Texas State Genealogical Society, recently went out to all TxSGS members and subscribing libraries. As fans of genealogical research, it is important for us to get in touch with the FANs (“Friends, Associates, and Neighbors”) of our ancestors if we want to get a complete picture … Read more
The March issue of Stirpes is taking shape and co-editors Sandra Crowley and Susan Ball are excited about the contents of this huge edition with over 80 pages! Our authors have been generous with their contributions this issue, which is packed with great articles. • Debbie Parker Wayne continues her quarterly series on DNA with … Read more
TxSGS is pleased to award twenty-nine prizes in ten categories, celebrating the effort represented by the books, manuscripts, and websites submitted by TxSGS members. According to Bill Buckner, Awards Chairman, “The TxSGS Awards program is a prime example of the Society’s commitment to its members. This year alone, almost $3,000 was presented to members and … Read more
TxSGS’s latest digital issue of Stirpes, the Journal of the Texas State Genealogical Society, has been posted and TxSGS members have been notified. The print edition will be mailed early next week. With an emphasis on “Going Home,” the December 2017 issue of Stirpes captures the adventures undertaken by our members as they travel to … Read more