Tag Archives: genealogy

I’m interested in joining the Daughters of the Republic of Texas. Can you help me in my quest to find an ancestor who would help qualify me for membership in the group?

Posted on April 4, 2013 by Genealogy Specialist

You’ve come to the right place because in the Genealogy Division, we have a rich collection of materials and an expert staff who is eager to help you with your research. Since you’ll be hunting an ancestor who “rendered loyal … Continue reading →

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Genealogy 101 at the Dallas West Branch

Posted on January 22, 2013 by Dallas West Branch

Dallas West Branch Library hosted “Genealogy 101″ on Saturday, November 10th, 2012.  Participants came to learn how to start searching their family history along with tips and tricks for searches.  Many of the participants have been conducting their genealogy for … Continue reading →

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I want to use the 1940 US Census, but Texas has yet to be indexed, how can the library help?

Posted on June 28, 2012 by Genealogy Specialist

Currently 1940 Census Records for Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maine, Nevada, and New York are indexed, but we may be able to help you find your ancestor even if our state hasn’t been indexed yet. “Do you have a street address?”  … Continue reading →

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Library Web Wednesday: HeritageQuest

Posted on May 16, 2012 by LaTari

Looking to complete your family tree?  Want to know your ancestors? The HeritageQuest database has the clues.  HeritageQuest is a comprehensive database of American genealogical and historical sources with coverage dating back to the 1700s.  The database offers great primary … Continue reading →

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Updated Information: I’m doing genealogy research and need a roll of microfilm that Dallas doesn’t own.

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Genealogy Specialist

If the record has been placed on microform by the Family History Library (FHL) in Salt Lake City, Utah, it is generally available to Dallas Public Library (DPL) customers in the Central Library’s Genealogy Division for a small rental fee. … Continue reading →

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