Marjorie told us to do essential homework
before leaving home. Most people do not devote
enough time to serious preparation before going
out for the day. Preparation can save a lot of
wasted time at record offices.
She also advised:
- Preparing a list of all you are seeking
at each repository and colour coding
lists – birth red etc. as PRO and
FRC
- Always enclose an S.A.E or overseas reply
coupon when writing to anyone.
- To always send a copy of your family tree
to relatives. If you have difficulty in
obtaining information from relatives, add
something inaccurate to the tree, it may
jog their memory.
- Make a note of the dates of the various
census
Marjorie told us she had recently been
approached by someone who had researched their
family tree for over 20 years. This ladies uncle
and her father had not spoken for years. When she
managed to speak to the uncle she found he had a
family bible and lots of information, so have you
exhausted every one of your family members?
This was a talk that passed a large amount of
useful information to the membership.
