The 2022 tax deadline has arrived! In past April posts, I included various Pennsylvania county property tax records. These records showed taxes on property, including land, buildings, and some livestock. Sometimes an occupation or a militia tax was conducted. This year instead of property tax records, I am highlighting the federal IRS Tax Assessment Lists, particularly 1862. Continue reading
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“Home” for the Holidays
“I’ll be home for Christmas” is a song that expresses the desire to be with family and friends to celebrate during the holidays when circumstances might prevent it. That may be a common sentiment this year as Covid19 continues to pose health threats and forces many to downsize plans. Instead of large parties with extended relatives, only immediate family members will get together to open presents around the tree. Fortunately, with modern day technology, video chats will be prevalent to connect with loved ones this season. Continue reading
The Case of the Missing Will of Henry Brinker
Probate records often contain significant information and provide proof for particular family facts. Wills are probably the most widely known type of probate records. A person who creates a will, called a testator, gives a directive for what items after his death are left to whom, often mentioning names of children, or relationship of any named heirs. Witnesses, especially for older wills, usually were a relative or friend of the testator and could aid in supplying additional clues about the family. Continue reading
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