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IGHR 2008 Evening Sessions

Men reading newspapers, circa turn of the last century Monday June 9, 2008

Newspapers at the Library of Congress
Presented by Claire Bettag
6:00 - 7:15 p.m.
Brooks Auditorium

Tips for Improving Your Genealogical Lecturing Skills
Presented by Paul Milner
6:00 - 7:15 p.m.
Brock Forum, Dwight Beeson Hall


Tuesday June 10, 2008

Harriet, Widow of Dred Scott: Basics of African-American Research
Knowledge of Harriet's life as a widow was vague until genealogical research found new information. Learn what was found, how it was found, and what it set into motion.
Presented by Ruth Ann Hager
6:00 - 7:15 p.m.
Brooks Auditorium

Certification: Procedures, Questions, and Answers
Presented by Thomas Jones and Elissa Powell
6:00 - 7:15 p.m.
Brock Forum, Dwight Beeson Hall


Wednesday June 11, 2008

Manuscripts at the Library of Congress
Presented by Claire Bettag
6:00 - 7:15 p.m.
Brooks Auditorium

Planning an Overseas Research Trip
Presented by Paul Milner
6:00 - 7:15 p.m.
Brock Forum, Dwight Beeson Hall


Thursday June 12, 2008 -- Banquet

What Were Our Ancestors Really Like?
Presented by Paul Milner
6:30 p.m.
Cafeteria, University Center




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