QFHS Snippets - April 2010 Volume 10, No. 4


Join us at our monthly general meeting to learn about the “History of Enoggera and Districts”.

The computer training course dates are rapidly approaching, so register your place.

Learn how to be organised and keep your records in order at the educational workshop.

Both Yeronga and Corinda State High Schools are celebrating their Golden Jubilee this year.

Can you assist the Inverell District Family History Group with family history data?

Learn about molecular genealogy and how genetics are inherited from your forebears.

Happy researching!

Please to send your Snippets pieces to us at: snippets@qfhs.org.au

Table of Contents

  1. About This Newsletter
  2. QFHS Gaythorne Centre
  3. QFHS Dates to Remember
  4. Founding Families
  5. Queensland State Archives 2010 Saturday Openings
  6. Descendants of Moggill Pioneers
  7. Genealogy Online - Chermside & Brisbane Square
  8. Genealogy Online - Tutors Required
  9. Cooroy-Noosa Genealogical & Historical Research Group Inc
  10. Read all About it! Newspapers at the State Library
  11. Yeronga State High School Golden Jubilee
  12. Corinda State High School Golden Jubilee
  13. National Boer War Day Celebrations
  14. SLQ Talks Promoting New Research in Queensland
  15. Brisbane's Living Heritage Network Heritage Tours
  16. The Inverell District Family History Group
  17. Parramatta Messenger and Cumberland Express Newspaper Index 1847
  18. Deceased Online Adds Burial and Cremation Records
  19. United States 1870 Census
  20. Molecular Genealogy
  21. Another David
  22. Acknowledgements


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    1.    About This Newsletter

    Snippets is a monthly publication of the Queensland Family History Society Inc. (QFHS). QFHS Website http://www.qfhs.org.au/

    Please do not click on reply to contact Snippets - the 'click on reply' facility is strictly for 'un-subscribing' to the mailing list.

    You are encouraged to contribute items which you feel would be of general interest to the family historian hunting for that illusive relative. Humorous items and items relating to the technology of using computers in genealogy are also welcome. Submit your BRIEF items supplemented by hyperlinks to additional details.

    Snippets will rarely include items of a commercial nature and only then when they are likely to be of interest to a majority of our readers.

    Submit your items to us via: snippets@qfhs.org.au

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    2.     QFHS Gaythorne Centre

    Our address is:

        58 Bellevue Ave
        Gaythorne QLD 4051
        QFHS library - (07) 3355 3369

    For details about QFHS Centre, including location map, transport etc, click here: http://www.qfhs.org.au/location_hours.htm#Library

    3.     QFHS Dates to Remember

    QFHS Monthly General Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of the month (but not in January and December), at the QFHS Library, and start at 7:30pm. Attendance is free, and visitors are welcome.

    Next Meeting: Wednesday, 21 April 2010.

    David Livett of Enoggera and Districts Historical Society, Inc. will talk about "History of Enoggera and Districts".   Top of page
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    QFHS Daytime Meetings are held on the first Monday of the month (but not in January and December) at 20 Marmont Street, Geebung from 10am - 12 Noon.
    Due to the Easter weekend, the next meeting will be held on: Monday, 12 April 2010.
    Contact Maureen Mutton on 3265 4378 if you would like to attend.

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    Central European Group

    Meetings are held 10am - Noon on the 4th Saturday of each odd-numbered month. A $2 donation goes toward purchasing relevant records.

    The next meeting will be on 22 May 2010 at the QFHS library.

    For further information, contact Eric Kopittke on (07) 3376 4339 or email kopittke@tpg.com.au OR centraleuropean@qfhs.org.au   Top of page

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    Computer Training Courses, 2010

    Do you want to know how to make best use of the computer-based resources at the QFHS library? Perhaps you would like more information on family history research in the Internet. In 2010, the Society will be holding two computer training courses to introduce the use of computers in family history research. Each course comprises two sessions. One course will be held in the first half of the year; and will be repeated in the second half of the year with all sessions being held at the QFHS library at Gaythorne.

    Please note these courses are now offered to non-members as well as QFHS members.

    Saturday, 1 May 2010 from 9am - 12 Noon
        'Check These Out!'
    This session will introduce just some of the many genealogical sites on the Internet. The session will cover the use of search engines, Internet security, the range of resources available, and how the information available is collected. 

    Please note that due to limitations in computer hardware, this session will be in demonstration mode, as we do not have the facilities at this time for a hands-on approach. The numbers are limited to 16 places at each session. If you are not confident in the use of computers and the Internet, there is an optional introduction at starting at 8.30am

    More sessions will be held on 7 August and 4 September.

    The cost is $11 per session for members; however, if you are a library assistant, the cost is $2.75 per session. The non-members' fee is $15. Prices include GST. Should you wish to attend either or both of these sessions, please email Sue Reid on: smreid@tpg.com.au   Top of page
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    Educational Workshop

    Cost is $5.50 per person which goes towards purchasing more research materials for the Library. Time - 10am to 12 noon at QFHS Library.

    Next workshop dates are: 
    For bookings - contact Desley Schafer - phone (07) 3204 4254 or email: educationofficer@qfhs.org.au   Top of page

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    English West Country Group

    This group researches the counties of Cornwall, Devon, Somerset and Dorset. Meetings are held from 12 Noon - 2pm at the QFHS Library, on the fourth Thursday of the odd-numbered months.

    Next meeting: Thursday, 27 May 2010.

    For further information contact Robert Browning on (07) 3359 9801 or email: robertbb2@bigpond.com

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    Family History Writing Group

    These meetings are held from 9am - 11am at QFHS Library on the third Saturday of odd-numbered months.

    Next meeting: Saturday, 15 May 2010.

    For further information contact FHWriters@qfhs.org.au OR Robert Adamson on (07) 3266 8353 OR Sue Reid on (07) 3378 2278.   Top of page

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    Family Tree Maker User Group

    These meetings run from 10am - 11:30am at QFHS Library and are held on 1st Friday each month except January and last Saturday in each even-numbered month except December.

    The next meetings will be held on:
    For further details, please contact Kerri Kleidon or Joe Greaves via e-mail on: familytree@qfhs.org.au

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    Irish Interest Group

    Meetings are held from 10am - 12 Noon at QFHS Library on the second Saturday of the even-numbered months (not December).

    Next meeting: Saturday, 10 April 2010.

    For more information about Irish Interest Group contact Mary King on (07) 3205 3353 or email irish@qfhs.org.au   Top of page

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    Member Orientations - 'Old' & New Members Welcome

    You will almost certainly learn new stuff about the Society, and helpful hints about using the Library and researching, all in a friendly atmosphere and informal setting. New members are especially welcome.

    Next orientations:
    Numbers are limited to allow full participation. BOOKING is ESSENTIAL. Please note: Sessions are usually fully booked, with a waiting list, so please advise the organisers as soon as possible if you find you are unable to attend when you have a booking.

    Contact Bev Bonning on (07) 3355 7389 or Wendy Annand on (07) 3395 2530 or email them at welcome@qfhs.org.au
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    Scottish Interest Group

    Meetings are held from 10am - 12 Noon at QFHS Library on the second Saturday of odd-numbered months (except January). Donations to buy more Scottish resources are welcome.

    Next meeting: Saturday, 8 May 2010.

    For further information: Email scottish@qfhs.org.au OR phone Sam on (07) 3266 9131   Top of page

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    Welsh Interest Group

    This group meets on the fourth Sunday of the odd numbered months from 10am - 12 Noon at the QFHS Library.

    Next meeting is: Sunday, 23 May.

    Contact Paul Wood on welsh@qfhs.org.au for further information.

    4.    Founding Families

    It has come to the notice of the Management committee that some members have experienced problems with the soft cover edition of Founding Families.  The problem appears to be with the glue. Should you have a faulty copy would you please return it to the QFHS library desk labelling it with your name and contact details. You will be provided with a replacement copy.
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    5. Queensland State Archives 2010 Saturday Openings

    In 2010, Queensland State Archives will be open to the public on the second Saturday of every calendar month from 9am to 4:30pm. The 2010, Saturday opening dates for the next three months are:
    Queensland State Archives are located at 435 Compton Road, Runcorn, Queensland. For more details, go to http://www.archives.qld.gov.au/research/hours.asp

    6. Descendants of Moggill Pioneers

    If your ancestors were among the early pioneers of Moggill, you may be interested to know that there is a group called the 'Descendants of Moggill Pioneers'. It is an informal group which meets mostly at the old Moggill Cemetery at 3132 Moggill Road, Bellbowrie.

    The next meeting is at the Cemetery on Sunday, 11 April at 2pm. Tea, coffee and milk will be provided but some afternoon tea to share would be welcome, and a mug and a chair could be useful. Everyone is welcome!

    Enquiries to Don Greer (President) on telephone (07) 3202 6244 or email: margaret@thegreers.com.au   Top of page

    7. Genealogy Online - Chermside & Brisbane Square

    These popular computer classes helping researchers find family history resources on the Internet are held on the first Sunday of each month from 1:30pm to 3pm at the Chermside Library, 375 Hamilton Rd. The next class will next be held on Sunday, 2 May.

    QFHS Library Assistants are on hand at Chermside to help on an individual basis. Numbers are limited and bookings are essential so contact Jo or Lisa at Chermside Library on (07) 3403 7200.

    A new class will be starting at Brisbane Square Library - 266 George Street, Brisbane on Sunday, 16 May from 1pm to 2:30pm.

    For further information contact Elaine Pollard at koko12@tpg.com.au or Jill Ritchie at: jillr@ecn.net.au   Top of page

    8. Genealogy Online - Tutors Required

    Jill Ritchie is seeking tutors who would be interested in helping with the Genealogy Online classes at Brisbane City Council Chermside Library on the first Sunday afternoon of each month. Tutors are also required for the classes starting in May at the Brisbane City Square Library on the third Sunday afternoon of each month. If you can show and explain to others how to use Internet sites such as Ancestry, FamilySearch, FreeBMD, and FreeCen, and other commonly used websites, why not join Jill and her tutors in helping others get started in family history research. If you are interested, please contact Jill at (07) 3865 4090 or jillr@ecn.net.au

    9. Cooroy-Noosa Genealogical & Historical Research Group Inc.

    The Cooroy-Noosa Group will be holding an Open Day, How to find Birth, Death, Marriage, and Burials Indexes within Australia at The Guide Hut, 41 Miva St, Cooroy, on Saturday, 17 April, starting at 9 am. The cost is $7.50 which includes morning tea and a light lunch.

    They are also holding two all-day seminars this year. On Saturday, 22 May, Ann Swain will speak on Scottish Research and Sue Reid on Writing Family Histories. On Saturday, 24 July, Jean Stewart will speak on Queensland Resources and Robyn Kieley on the Origin of Surnames. Both seminars will take place at The Guide Hut, 41 Miva St, Cooroy, starting at 9am. The cost is $20 for each seminar, which includes morning and afternoon tea and a light lunch.

    For further information and contact details for registration, see the group's website http://www.genealogy-noosa.org.au/index.html   Top of page

    10. Read all About it! Newspapers at the State Library

    Discover the newspaper resources available at the Queensland State Library, including copies in the Tim Fairfax Newspaper Reading Room, online, microfilm, and the resources of Heritage Collections such as cuttings, books and clippings files. The session also includes a tour. The only prerequisites for attendees are basic computer skills.
    The sessions will be held on: Wednesday, 14 April and Wednesday, 16 June from 9.30am-12 noon at the Training Room, level 1, Queensland State Library, South Bank, Brisbane. To book your free ticket, phone 136 246 or book online at: https://www.qtix.com.au/show/SLQ_Read_All_Apr_Jun_10.aspx

    11. Yeronga State High School Golden Jubilee

    Celebrations are almost here for Yeronga State High School on Friday, 23 April and Saturday, 24 April at the school. Everyone is welcome to visit the school on Friday, 23 April at 1:30pm for a whole school celebration in the hall.

    On Saturday, 24 April from 10am - 3pm you can visit the school and wander through the classrooms, meet up with old friends, check out the memorabilia displays and purchase commemorative merchandise. In the evening a celebratory dinner will be held. Tickets are available at a cost of $30 per person and must be paid for on the website by 10 April.

    For more information on the Golden Jubilee celebrations, go to: http://www.yerongahighalumni.com/ to reserve and buy your tickets.   Top of page

    12. Corinda State High School Golden Jubilee

    Saturday, 5 June is when Corinda State High School will welcome back all past and present students to celebrate and share the many wonderful memories that have been created over the past 50 years.

    Festivities will include a history display, mosaic mural, and a cocktail gala with old time dancing in the evening.

    A limited-edition commemorative book is being published and you have the opportunity to have your family name placed on a paver in the surrounds of the historic Station Master's House. For more details on the festivities, go to: http://www.corindashs.eq.edu.au/50thGondenJubilee.htm

    13. National Boer War Day Celebrations

    You're invited to National Boer War Memorial family day being held on Sunday 30th May, at Fort Lytton, corner Lytton Road and South Street, Lytton, Brisbane.

    The action starts from 10am until 3pm. Events and activities include tours of Fort Lytton throughout the day, historical cannon firing demonstrations, a Waler horse on show, plus weapons and memorabilia displays, and photos of veterans. Entry fees are: Adults $4.50, Children $2.50, Family Group of 2 adults & 2 children $14.00

    Contact Ron McElwaine on: 0419 678 721 for more information.

    In addition to the above celebrations, National Boer War Day will be commemorated on Monday, 31 May, with an official ceremony at Anzac Square, corner Edward and Adelaide Streets, Brisbane commencing at 10am.   Top of page

    14. SLQ Talks Promoting New Research in Queensland

    John Oxley Library, the State Library of Queensland (SLQ) and the Heritage branch of the Department of Environment and Resource Management (DERM) have come together to present a series of informative - and sometimes provocative - monthly talks promoting new research on Queensland. The next three month's dates and topics are:
     
    Each month, collection items complementing discussions will be displayed in the auditorium, and on occasion in the John Oxley Library Reading Room.
     
    The talks will be held on the third Wednesday of each month until November from 12:30pm at State Library Queensland, Auditorium 2, level 2, Stanley Place, South Brisbane. Entry is free, with no bookings required.
     
    For more information, refer to the State Library website: http://www.slq.qld.gov.au/whats-on/events/talks#don   Top of page

    15.  Brisbane's Living Heritage Network Heritage Tours

    'Sacred Sounds and Spaces' - Saturday 3 July, 9am -1:30pm. Explore Brisbane's sacred places on this walking tour of Brisbane's CBD. Discover the remarkable story of the Sisters of Mercy at the Mercy Heritage Centre, admire the unique gothic revival architecture of St John's Cathedral, see the magnificent fully restored Bustard windows at St Andrew's Uniting Church, explore artworks and history on display at the Cathedral of St Stephen and much more. The fee includes a guided tour at each venue and a light lunch. $25 BLHN members, $30 non-members

    'Sites of Separation Revisited' - Wednesday, 28 July, 10am -12 Noon. Follow this lively heritage trail through the CBD with Brisbane historian and author Dr Rod Fisher. Here's a rare chance to see the sites and structures remaining from the decade after 1859 when building boomed, induced by the separation of Queensland from New South Wales.  Fee is $10 BLHN members, $15 non-members

    For information and bookings contact the BLHN office on (07) 3215 0843 or info@brisbanelivingheritage.org   Top of page

    16. The Inverell District Family History Group

    The above group has been overwhelmed by the assistance given to them after their recent fire.  Replacing donated local family histories is proving difficult.

    If you can help provide family history data, download their donation form from their website at:   http://www.inverellfamilyhistory.org.au/ and return this.

    They ask that you do not send any material until asked to do so. Finally, they send a special thanks to all who have supported them.   Top of page

    17. Parramatta Messenger and Cumberland Express Newspaper Index 1847

    This index contains over 3,900 entries and is available in either A4 book format or on CD at $35 each with free postage within Australia. All entries state name, event, age (where stated), and district.

    To find out more about the index, go to: http://www.gownewspaperindexes.com.au/pmmes1847.html

    18. Deceased Online Adds Burial and Cremation Records

    Deceased Online is the first central database of statutory burial and cremation registers for the UK and Republic of Ireland - a unique resource for family history researchers and professional genealogists. Searching is free, and can be restricted as required to country, region, county, or individual burial authority or crematorium. However, once you find a record of possible interest, you do have to pay a fee to read all the details.

    The company expects to add at least 2 million more burial and cremation records for areas right across the UK over the next 6-9 months. You can read more at http://www.deceasedonline.com/   Top of page

    19. United States 1870 Census

    Dozens of charts and maps that illustrate much of the data of the 1870 U.S. census are now available online. You can view small versions of the maps and charts on your screen or download much larger images as ZIP files and then view them offline at your leisure.

    The 1870 census was the first statistical census of the United States. The 1870 census asked many more questions than previous censuses and those answers were tabulated to provide an interesting statistical picture of a fast-growing country that was full of immigrants.

    54 maps and charts are available, reproduced from the Statistical Atlas of the United States as published in 1874. You can see the Statistical Atlas of the United States at http://www.radicalcartography.net/index.html?9thcensus

    For an atlas of the 1870 United States Census, go to: http://www.census.gov/history/www/programs/geography/statistical_atlases.html   Top of page

    20. Molecular Genealogy

    This website has several animations explaining how X and Y chromosomes and are passed down through the generations.

    Very interesting viewing at: http://www.smgf.org/education/animations/x_chromosome.jspx

    21. Another David

    Davids, Davids everywhere, but none the correct link.
    In this confusing research it really makes you think;
    What our ancestors were thinking when they named their children fair?
    Did they know in later years we would be pulling out our hair?

    "Ah ah!" you say, narrowing down names of many a dozen.
    "Oh, good grief!" your reply discovering he has wed his first cousin.
    So how does yet another David fit into this family group?
    Figure it out later - your brain has turned into pea-soup.

    Enumerators, as we all know, were quite a sneaky bunch.
    They were crafty in their writing and you really have no hunch,
    If the name that you are staring at truly belongs in your line.
    Oh, my gosh, this boy's a girl! Well isn't this just fine?

    You sit and stare and laugh at the errors you've just found.
    You wonder what your ancestor, long buried in the ground.
    Would think of this mistake, when you know that in his life,
    He took three different women to be his wedded wife.

    Our research would be easier had they stayed in just one place,
    But as most of us discover, that is simply not the case.
    From Connecticut to New York, and from there on to Ohio,
    "Why couldn't they stay put and simply write their own bio?"
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    22. Acknowledgements

    We would like to thank all those who have taken time out to send items of interest to our "Snippets" mailbox at: snippets@qfhs.org.au

    The more we receive, the more frequently we can produce a Newsletter. If your submission does not appear in this issue, we will try to include it in a future edition. Please note that reference to any product does not imply endorsement. Members are cautioned to evaluate products prior to purchase.

    Pauline Macfarlane

    Disclaimer: This newsletter is produced in good faith, and information received is deemed to be accurate, but the editor takes no responsibility for incorrect information supplied. [Editor's note: The opinions expressed herein are those of the authors and are not necessarily those of the Editor or of QFHS]

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