On June 16th,
2011,
Lafayette
Genealogical Society monthly meeting was called to order by
President Brenda Fuselier with the Pledge of Alligence and a
moment of silence for all those who have or is serving our
country.
Renee Boullion and Wayne and Annette
Tweedel were introduced as visitors and/or new members.
Earl Gates, LGS member, did a
presentation on the researching of newspapers and other
sources. He stated that you can find a world of information
from births, weddings, anniversaries, deaths and
accomplishments published in newspapers. He said that Dupre
Library on the UL Campus has all the old area newspapers on
microfiche. Other sources were Findagrave.com, Mocavo.com, and
Google.com. Also contacting the Genealogy Society in the town
of the ancestor you're searching is the best way to begin.
Martha Landry stated that �The Daily
World� in St. Landry Parish had a lot of available
information.
Table for the Great Awakening in October
will be reserved for the 13th, at a cost of
$200.00. Stephen White, noted author, will be LGS' guest
speaker Saturday, October 15th, at the South
Regional Library in the auditorium.
Pat Synder motioned to adjourn, Rogers
Romero seconded. Meeting adjourned and member and guests
enjoyed refreshments.
