December - 2005 - Volume 9 Issue 11
The Ghost
Volume 9 Issue 11
Editors: David Beddie & Michael Murphy
E-Mail: maged@cdfhs-aus.com
December 2005
Official Newsletter of the Campbelltown District Family History Society.
Website: www.cdfhs-aus.com
Campbelltown District Family History Society
ABN 88 944 738 687
Meetings held on the First Saturday of each month (except January)
Place: In the Meeting Room, Campbelltown Library.
Time: 1.30 pm
ALL WELCOME
Annual Membership
Subscriptions:
Single...............$20
Couple...............$30
Name Badges..........$5.50 ea
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Campbelltown District FHS Inc. Coming Meetings and Events
December
Christmas Party Saturday 3rd - Cataract Dam.
2006
February
Saturday 4th - Steve Dally - Military Heritage.
March
Saturday 4th - Greg Blaxell - Exploring the Parramatta River.
April
Saturday 1st - John Sharman - Aboriginal Family Research.
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Denise's Social Column
The outing to the Justice & Police Museum on Saturday 19th November was very interesting, the museum had on display old police photo's dating from around 1920 to 1940?, taken in and around town and the rocks area. We did a tour through the museum as well, the members really enjoyed it. If you have never been to the museum I highly recommend it, especially while the photo exhibition is on, you never know you might just recognize a long lost relative. I was certainly looking.
The Fishers Ghost stall went very well, we did even better financially than the year before, so that was great. A very special thanks must go to Bob Gollan for taking the time to make those cute little Family Tree People, everyone loves them , they are selling really well. A big thank you to Trevor & Anne, Pam, Peter and David for manning the stall, I could not do these stalls without there help, which they give me all through the year.
The Christmas Party is being held on Saturday 3rd December at Cataract Dam, time, around 11 am. A small meeting will be held first and then the BBQ/Picnic will follow, with of course our trivia games. Members to provide there own BBQ/PICNIC and drinks.
Next year I will be working closely with the Campbelltown & Airds Historical Society to organize trips to visit some of the areas lovely old homes, the first will be St. Helens House on Saturday 18th February, 2006.
I would like to wish all the members a very Happy Christmas and a wonderful New Year.
Denise Baxter
social@cdfhs-aus.com
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We wish all our members and readers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
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Newsletter
The Ghost Newsletter is now being made available to all members of the CDFHS plus those who request it as part of their registration on our website.
If you have not provided your email address, so that we can send a copy by email, then please forward your email address to our Membership Officer:
memb@cdfhs-aus.com
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Privacy and Copyright Laws
Matters that concern researchers:
1. Any family information that is not available from the Registrar of BDM's cannot be placed in any public place without the written authority of the person concerned.
2. Information relating to children (including your own or any other family member) cannot be placed in a public place until they reach the age of eighteen years, and then only with their written authority.
3. Copying of information without consent of the compiler / author and / or without recognition of the original research, may breach sections of the copyright act.
4. Recording of family histories which are incorrect, being placed in public forums.
5. Disclaimers that illegally remove the rights of individuals.
Laws relating to Family Histories and Copyright can be viewed at:
www.copyright.org.au
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Australian Archives
Facts Sheets
Continuing the Facts sheets series:
Go to -
http://www.naa.gov.au/Publications/fact_sheets/fact_sheet_full_listing.html
Fact Sheet 4
What are Archives?.
The term "archives" can mean:
1. Records that are preserved permanently because of their enduring value;
2. The building, room or storage area where archival material is kept; or
3. An organisation responsible for the care and control of archival material.
This fact sheet discusses archives as records.
Topics listed in the fact sheet are:
* Are all records archived?
* How are archives selected?
* How do archives differ from library material?
* Why can't archives be browsed on the shelves?
* Why are archives not arranged by subject?
* Finding the archives you need.
* Using archives.
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Online Shop
Don't forget that we have an Online shop, where you can purchase books, charts, or CDs.
http://www.cdfhs-aus.com/catalog/index.php
Campbelltown Pioneer & Cemetery Registers - $65.00
We are offering two of our most popular products in one package at a reduced cost.
1. Campbelltown Pioneer Register - Second Edition - 1800-1900.
2. Campbelltown Pictorial Cemetery Register.
So instead of buying one and then having to buy the other, why not buy both at once and save money.
The above price includes $5.00 postage and handling on SINGLE ITEM orders only. For MULTIPLE ITEM orders please wait for notification of postage cost.
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NSW State Archives
Archives in Brief
Continuing the AIB series:
Go to -
http://www.records.nsw.gov.au/archives/archives_in_brief_542.asp
Archives in Brief 2
Convict Records
This AIB outlines the main sources to be used for convict research.
Topics listed in the AIB sheet are:
* Online convict indexes. See website.
* Where to begin convict research.
* Trail Records.
* Convict Indents.
* Surgeons' journals.
* Assignment. See website.
* Tickets of Leave.
* Certificates of Freedom.
* Pardons.
* Colonial Secretary.
* Marriage.
* Death.
* Petitions and correspondence.
* Muster and Census records.
* Convict bank accounts.
* Further reading.
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News from State Records
ONLINE NEWS
The latest additions to the online indexes and resources on the website include:
1. Index to Civil Court of Jurisdiction, 1799-1814
This partial index to the Civil Court of Jurisdiction was prepared by Professor Bruce Kercher of Macquarie University. The Court dealt with legal and equity matters, especially promissory notes and recovery of small debts. The index can be searched by name.
2. Index to Unassisted Immigrants 1842-55
This index was prepared by Pastkeys and includes those unassisted (or free) passengers who came to Australia at their own expense, including ships' crew. Searchable criteria include name, vessel name and arrival date.
Go to:
www.records.nsw.gov.au
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CDFHS Inc. Genealogy Seminar 2006
Saturday 25th March 2006
9:30am to 3:40pm
40 Broughton St
Campbelltown NSW 2560
Speakers
*Martyn Killion - The Differences in Australian and English Research and what you need to know to have research success.
* Heather Garnsey - The Parish Chest - What it contains and why it might hold the answers to your English research problems.
* Judith Dunn - The Unknown Pioneers
* Jennifer Philps - Topic - The Genes in Genealogy
Registration forms are available in the Family History Room, at the meeting, or from the Secretary. You will also receive a form with your November magazine.
Registration fee is $25.00
If you have any questions please contact the Pam Shea at:
secretary@cdfhs-aus.com
Or Denise Baxter at:
social@cdfhs-aus.com
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Website of Interest
* Archives Hub
http://www.archiveshub.ac.uk/index.html
A national gateway to descriptions of archives in UK universities and colleges.
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Campbelltown District FHS Inc
Website Sponsored by
Campbelltown Trophies & Engraving
19 Blaxland Rd Campbelltown NSW 2560
ph: 02-4625 4389
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