Family Tree Magazine November 2007 Digital Edition

FEATURESOver ThereWWI records are an essential source for every US genealogist—whether or not your ancestor served. Learn why in our research guide. By David A. FryxellLittle SecretsAncestry.com isn't the only place to spend your online genealogy dollar. These 10 worthwhile subscription Web sites may have the data or records you seek. By Rick CrumeSave the DatesDon't let your research fall behind the times: Use these 19 tools to convert dates, calculate birthdays and solve other . By Nick D'AltoTrace Your African-American RootsFrom slave-era documents to DNA, get expert advice for finding your black ancestors. By Bijan C. BayneThe Tree DoctorDoes your family tree suffer from Dateitis or Lineagaires Disease? We'll show you how to spot genealogical inaccuracies and error-proof your research. By Sharon DeBartolo CarmackCOLUMNS & DEPARTMENTSBranching OutWhat's new in discovering, preserving and celebrating your family history: • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ramps up records access • Ancestry.com acquires a DNA database. By Diane HaddadState Research GuidesTrace your roots across the USA! Our pullout guides are perfect for stashing in your research binder or toting to the library—quickly access the essential facts, advice and resources you need to find your family anywhere in the country. In this issue:

• New York
• Wyoming

The ToolkitReviews and roundups of the latest, greatest family history resources: • five ways to protect your privacy online • AncestralQuest 12 for Windows • Reunion 9 for Mac • software source-citation tips • the Book Report. Edited by Allison StacyWeb extra: Source citation cheat sheetOut on a LimbMeet our new blogs. By Allison StacyMaking ConnectionsReaders respond to Family Tree Magazine. History MattersFans of the past. By David A. FryxellEverything's RelativeTales from the lighter side of family history.Preserving MemoriesCare instructions for heirloom quilts. By Grace DobushNow What?Our experts answer your questions about alien registration forms and cemetery access.Photo DetectiveScaring up answers about a Halloween picture. By Maureen A. TaylorUprootedTest your genealogy IQ on Amelia Earhart's family tree. By Sharon DeBartolo Carmack