A few weeks ago I saw a short clip from documentary " The Forgotten Ellis Island ". (hospital and immigrant admission policies). It was interesting and most exciting for me. One of the photos I believe was my grandfather. I bought the book and have tired to compare the photo in the book to the only 2 photos I have of my grandfather. I am 99% sure that it is him. I am now in the process of trying to get more information on the photo. The book was a good history of immigration and Ellis Island NY. For many of us this was the entry into the US of our families.
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www.pgsa.org October 2009
PGSA Conference
"Unraveling the Mysteries"
Its over! And, if you missed it, we hope you'll plan on joining us the next time, because from all reports, it was a success: dynamic speakers, interesting topics, good food and beautiful dancers. Certainly a very full day and a half.
If you'd like to view pictures of the event go to: www.PGSA2009Conference
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PGSA Meeting
On November 8, 2009 America, Mr. Jeffrey Wien, a lifelong resident of Chicago, will present "Chicago Streetcar Memories" highlighting the history of Chicago's streetcars. His talk will include movies of streetcars on Milwaukee Avenue. Mr. Wien's interest dates back to 1951 and he can claim riding on the last streetcar June 21,1958.
The program begins as 2:00p.m. preceded by a Board meeting at 11:00a.m. The PGSA meeting is held at The Polish Museum of America located at 984 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL.
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WE NEED YOU!!
As you know, PGSA operates solely with the help of volunteers and in order to grow and continually offer our membership something new, something different, we need to have new people with fresh ideas. You may be one of those individuals. I'm hoping you will at least consider contributing some of your time and expertise, whether you live locally or far away.
At the moment we are in need of the following:
Webmaster - Our Web site is a very valuable component of what PGSA has to offer in fulfilling its mission. So it is extremely important that we maintain continuity and fill this position as soon as possible. To maintain the Web site, it would be helpful if this individual had these skills: can write basic HTML, PHP code and SQL queries and, has worked with a Content Management System and PhpGedView. The current webmaster will provide training until Jan 1, 2010. If at all interest please contact webmas...@pgsa.org.
Publications Chair - Oversees any material that the Society issues, either in print or electronically, related to the genealogical purposes of the organization. At one time this individual single-handedly managed at least 3 responsibilities: assisted the Rodziny editor, looked for new books and CDs of merit to publish, and produced the e-zine Notebook. While this individual would still be overseeing all of these tasks, we now have someone who assists the Rodziny editor and hopefully we can find someone once again to produce the Notebook, therefore spreading the work load. Consequently, the major task of the Publications Chair would be to look for new materials of merit for the Society to publish.
Notebook Editor - This individual would be a part of the Publications committee, working to gather information of interest to genealogists and Polish-Americans, producing the monthly e-zine. They would also respond to e-mails sent to the Notebook address.
Volunteer Coordinator - Someone who would seek out individuals interested in working for PGSA in a volunteer capacity and match their skills and interests to an appropriate job/function as needed. The overall goal is to bring new, active participants into the Society.
Membership - Our Membership Chair would like a partner or co-chair to help with the duties of registering new members. It is definitely something that can be done from home and certainly of major importance to the functioning of the Society.
Web site Maintenance - It's not enough to put information on our Web site, we would like to have individuals to assist with maintaining the accuracy and the relevance of the information that has been posted, for example: keeping the list of translators current.
Projects - If you are good at research and verifying information, we have some pamphlets (20-30 pages), mapping and military, that desperately need upgrading. Much of the material is still useful but many of the resources quoted are outdated.
Graphics - From time to time we need some material designed or created giving it a professional touch and in keeping with a particular concept i.e., a brochure cover or an ad.
Most of these tasks can be done from the comfort of home, even in your pajamas. If at all interested, and I hope you are, please send your inquiry to PGSAmer...@pgsa.org, Attn: President. Also, if you have an idea of something PGSA might offer its members and you might also be interested in spearheading that activity, let us know.
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Polish Heritage Month
By the time you receive this, half of October will be over with. However, If you live locally there is still time to participate in any one of the following Polish American events:
October 15, 16 - The Polish American Congress Symposium: "The Polish American Community in the 21st Century" is being held at Northeastern Illinois University. Check this website for more details www.PAC1944.com
October 18 - 1:00 p.m. Concert presented by PMA in cooperation with soprano Brygida Bziukiewicz, co-founder of La Musica Lirica. Professor Bziukiewicz will perform, as will several of her students. Great Hall at the Polish Museum, 984 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL
You may want to check the Polish Museum of America Web site for other events already scheduled for November and December at www.PolishMuseumofAmerica.org.
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UPGS 2010
Save the Dates!
April 28-May 1, 2010 the United Polish Genealogical Societies will be holding their annual conference in Salt Lake City, Utah. PGS-Michigan has planned this event in conjunction with NGS, assuring us that there will be considerable emphasis on the Polish connection. All lectures will be at the Salt Palace Convention Center. Rooms have been arranged with four hotels. The 4-day seminar is $175. For more information check www.ngsgenealogy.org.
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Book on Polish Obituaries Has Been Reissued
The Polish Genealogical Society of America (PGSA) has reissued a seminal book on genealogical research. Called The Study of Obituaries as a Source for Genealogical Research by Tomas E. Golembiewski, the book gives examples of various kinds and formats of obituaries. Since set phrases are routinely used in an obituary, Golembiewski shows how even non-Polish speakers can garner important information from a death notice written in Polish.
The book also addresses such topics as women's names, societies and multiple insertions.
Obituaries are important tools in creating a family history. In the years that just one Polish newspaper was published in Chicago, Dziennik Chicagoski, the paper published over 125,000 obituaries, all indexed, by the way, by PGSA.
The book costs $10.00 plus shipping and handling. To order, go to the PGSA website: www.pgsa.org. A complete review of the Golembiewski book is available on the PGSA website.
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Book Sale !!!
Although our Conference has come and gone, PGSA is still offering Polish Parish Records of the Roman Catholic Church: Their Use and Understanding in Genealogical Research by Gerald Ortell on sale. The book discusses baptismal, marriage, and death records in detail, and lists names, occupations, causes of death, Polish Saints' days, and much more. Normally $12.00, the book is now $8.00, with no other discounts applicable. The sale is scheduled through December 31, 2009. Visit the PGSA bookstore on our website www.pgsa.org to order your copy.
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Illinois State Genealogical Society Conference
On Saturday, October 24, 2009, the Illinois State Genealogical Society ISGS will be hosting its annual conference, "Piecing Together the Puzzle of Our Past", at the Elgin Community College, Elgin, IL. Visit their website www.rootsweb.ancestry.com?~ilsgs for more information.
Stop by the PGSA booth and learn more about PGSA from Director Richard Lach and his wife Teresa.
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Preserving State Records
Genealogy societies in both Pennsylvania and Michigan are working to preserve and/or make accessible records that are of particular value to genealogists. The government, in both states, may not be aware that current or proposed plans would make this information unavailable to many, both within and outside the state. Consequently, any and all interested parties are being asked to write letters to government officials, in support of the local societies.
For Pennsylvania, the website http://users.rcn.com/timarg/PaHR-Access.htm, has form letters that you can download and fill in, plus the names and addresses of government officials. The local organizations are working to make more records available on line.
For Michigan, the www.michigan.gov/gov is a link to contact the governor. Because of financial considerations, the extensive collection now housed in Lansing, MI is to be broken up and possibly transferred to other institutions. You can also contact Cynthia Grostick, President, Michigan Genealogical Council, http://mimgc.org/presid...@mimgc.org.
Keep in mind that while you may not reside in these states, you may have relatives that once did and still do!
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Polish History, Language and Literature Series
The University of Illinois at Chicago's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is presenting a series of lectures and invites anyone interested to attend. A reception will follow each lecture.
October 20, 2009 at 2:00 Brian Porter-Szucs "The Antichrist and the Antisemite: Love and Fear in Early 20th Century Polish Catholicism." 401 University Hall
October 22, 2009 at 2:00 Michal Pawel Markowski "The Sensible Education: Literature and the Contemporary Curriculum." Stevenson Hall, LL
October 27, 2009 at 2:00 Theodore R. Weeks "Writing the History of a Multiethnic City: Vilna-Wilno-Vilnius, 1795-2000." Stevenson Hall, LL
November 3, 2009 at 2:00, Bozena Shallcross "Things, Touch, and Detachment in Auschwitz: Towards Borowski's Camp Anthropology." Stevenson Hall, LL
If interested in attending please RSVP to Matthew Slomka at mslo...@las.uic.edu
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