The first fifteen years I was into genealogy I rummaged through courthouses all across the Midwest and Northeastern United States. This video brought back a lot of great memories. There's nothing like pulling a long-forgotten family record out of a musty old courthouse.
@@ryan-m When I started there wasn't anything online. I found the usual things, vital records, property records, and probate records. The one that really brought tears to my eyes was finding a beautiful hand-written and decorated marriage certificate from 1884. It was of my great-grandfather and great-grandmother from Scioto County, Ohio. Also, I would say court records can add so much to your family history. You can find all kinds of stories about your ancestors.
Yes! Even when some of the records are available online, to touch the real deed your grandfather signed... it's powerful! And there are ALWAYS things there that are not online.
Last week, I was in the local courthouse in the county where my mom and her maternal line are from (Deep East Texas). I spent 8 hours straight - on my feet, no breaks - looking at old land records, probate, and tax records, Barely made a dent. I loved it so much - one of my ideal vacation days! Can't wait to go back. :)
Thank you for this, I learned something new! When I first started researching my family tree I looked for books to read and discovered a genealogy book by a dear uncle of mine who had passed. He was a lawyer, but while he was alive I didn't even know he was a genealogist too. I wish I had asked him questions while I could.
Aimee this is great! I love the questions you asked Judy! I had no idea she started genealogy when she did! She's so very knowledgeable and approachable. I need to do more digging in her blogs. I'll never forget how her information on marriage bonds has helped me get a better understanding of that system.
Thanks Aimee. Very interesting and a lot of tings we should know. I really liked my visits to Court Houses because bere were so much in all of them. Thanks again.
The first fifteen years I was into genealogy I rummaged through courthouses all across the Midwest and Northeastern United States. This video brought back a lot of great memories. There's nothing like pulling a long-forgotten family record out of a musty old courthouse.
what kind of stuff did you find??
@@ryan-m When I started there wasn't anything online. I found the usual things, vital records, property records, and probate records. The one that really brought tears to my eyes was finding a beautiful hand-written and decorated marriage certificate from 1884. It was of my great-grandfather and great-grandmother from Scioto County, Ohio. Also, I would say court records can add so much to your family history. You can find all kinds of stories about your ancestors.
Oh wow! That is so true! Some great memories for me too.
Yes! Even when some of the records are available online, to touch the real deed your grandfather signed... it's powerful! And there are ALWAYS things there that are not online.
I agree totally, Aimee.
Last week, I was in the local courthouse in the county where my mom and her maternal line are from (Deep East Texas). I spent 8 hours straight - on my feet, no breaks - looking at old land records, probate, and tax records, Barely made a dent. I loved it so much - one of my ideal vacation days! Can't wait to go back. :)
Love it Robin!
I try to watch Judy on whatever show she appears on. So much information ❤
Me too. 👍
I loved hearing her speak at NGS!
Me too!
Thank you for this, I learned something new! When I first started researching my family tree I looked for books to read and discovered a genealogy book by a dear uncle of mine who had passed. He was a lawyer, but while he was alive I didn't even know he was a genealogist too. I wish I had asked him questions while I could.
That is such a common regret!! So glad you got that book though!
Thanks for the great interview, Judy is such a treasure for our community!
She is! She couldn't be a nicer more gracious person.
A wonderful interview. Well done. I'd like to hear more from Judy Russell
Look for some of her talks at Rootstech - they are online and free. Enjoy! She is wonderful.
Aimee this is great! I love the questions you asked Judy! I had no idea she started genealogy when she did! She's so very knowledgeable and approachable. I need to do more digging in her blogs. I'll never forget how her information on marriage bonds has helped me get a better understanding of that system.
Thank you! She is so knowledgeable and approachable. Her blogs and website are a wealth of information.
Thanks Aimee. Very interesting and a lot of tings we should know. I really liked my visits to Court Houses because bere were so much in all of them. Thanks again.
Your'e welcome!! Hope you are well my friend!
Great interview with Judy. My Court Records cheat sheet just arrived today. Will be planning a courthouse visit!
Have fun!!
Thank you!