The following is from an Associated Press story: DAVIDSONVILLE, Md. (AP) — An amateur genealogist has come forward to admit she scrubbed roughly 200 gravestones at a Maryland cemetery in a way that left them damaged. The Capital in Annapolis reports that the woman scrubbed the markings on headstones dating back to the 19th century …
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How NOT to Clean Tombstones
The following is from an Associated Press story: DAVIDSONVILLE, Md. (AP) — An amateur genealogist has come forward to admit she scrubbed roughly 200 gravestones at a Maryland cemetery in a way that left them damaged. The Capital in Annapolis reports that the woman scrubbed the markings on headstones dating back to the 19th century …
Help Your Genealogy Society to Thrive
The following is an announcement from the (U.S.) National Genealogical Society: FALLS CHURCH, VA, 19 APRIL 2021—Genealogy societies provide an indispensable and invaluable service to aspiring and experienced genealogists alike. Continuous development of volunteer leaders is necessary for every society to not only survive, but also to thrive and grow membership. Focus on Societies, the …