Death of a Showman
What happens when the subject of your genealogical research joins the carnival, moves across the country, reappears six years younger, marries a couple of times and then dies suddenly leaving a wave of confusion in his wake?
Sometimes, the path of an ancestor can be long, convoluted and confusing, especially when you are limited to a small amount of evidence. When this happens, tracking an ancestor from cradle to grave and completing exhaustive research across regions can help to complete the story and answer burning questions. Join us to track the life of one such subject. We’ll delve into vital records, newspapers, trade publications and more as we search for proof of identity.
Tracking True Crime
Inmate file 1925
What happens when your family research turns into fodder for a true crime novel? Join us for a case study as we attempt to puzzle out the clues of one such story using family rumors, old newspapers, autopsy reports, mug shots, inmate records and more.
Content Warning: This research is not suitable for all audiences.
