International Internet
Genealogical Society
NEWSLETTER

Catholic Church Records: Tips From A Priest

A genealogist himself, Fr. Phil Littlefield gives an insider's perspective on answering those genealogical queries which arrive in the rectory mailbox.

Genealogy's Endangered

IIGS™ begins a new monthly feature in an effort to keep genealogists informed of historical and cultural collections which are threatened.

A Tale of Genealogy Help Gone Awry

Neo-Socrates will make you laugh as he attempts to help a fellow genealogist in this humorous tale by a bashful IIGS™ member.

From the Research Help Desk

Many genealogists are given research help from experienced and knowledgable IIGS™ members through queries sent to the IIGS-RCT-L mailing list. In order to provide a wider audience with the benefit of these excellent research tips, the Newsletter will publish a selection from the archives each month.

New Help Channel Debuts

IIGS™ member Paula Wiegand got the ball rolling at the new IIGS™ help channel with an excellent presentation on how genealogists can determine the validity (and value) of their sources.

IIGS™ Library Update

IIGS™ Projects Registry Update

IIGS™ Translation Team Update

Help Wanted

A classified section created for IIGS™ teams which need volunteers. Other Internet-based genealogical organizations also are welcome to participate. Contact the editor.