A small number joined us for research (atrocious weather!) and a couple of visitors who are looking for a relative from Selby who may have died in World War One.
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Dulcie Lewis spoke, in a very entertaining way, about remedies, potions and cures from history, some more recent than others. Rose-hip syrup? Virol? Cinder tea? Everything was covered, no subject was off-limits and we had a chuckle or two along the way!
A very encouraging number gathered for research and training, welcoming some new faces. All the available tables were filled with keen researchers!
A moderate number discussed wills and probate following Jackie's talk a fortnight ago, raising important points about the ordering online and the role of solicitors.
A good number gathered together to carry out personal research, share ideas and pay their annual subscription, due by the end of October.
Jackie Depelle spoke about Wills and Probate, in person!! it was very interesting and there were loads of ideas about different resources to try out to find more out about those elusive ancestors!
A small group gathered, we asked various questions and carried out our own research.
A small group gathered at the AGM to hear the reports from the past year and talk about plans for the future. Many thanks for the service of those who have stepped back from their posts and welcome to those who have stepped in to fill the vacancies. There may be more details at a future date. Annual subscriptions are now due. £10 is needed to continue your membership and needs to be paid before the end of October. We are also asking for a form to be completed, to check on contact details.
An interesting talk by Shirley Sinclair from the Osgodby Heritage and History Group about how they have carried out their project, looking at dusty archives in record offices, geophysics field investigations and talking to local people about their memories of the village - with some fascinating tales along the way.
A research and training meeting, dominated by discussion of recent events, the sad death of The Queen and our memories of the last change of power to occur. Some of us are too young to remember!
We discussed holiday memories past and present, some sharing photos, others telling us of events during the holiday, all contributing to the family life we research!
Sadly, we have to report that another of our members, Mary Fagan has passed away on August 14th, peacefully at home with family around her. Mary was a very popular and knowledgeable member of our group and always had information about local families and buildings. Her memory was amazing and she will be much missed. A Requiem mass will take place on Thursday 25th August at 11.00am at St. Mary's RC Church, followed by interment in Selby Cemetery.
