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| LIFE IN SOLERA | SEPTEMBER 2022 | 21 Data on Newer Relatives When researching relatives for our tree, finding information on grandparents in your tree is usually not a major problem until you get into the 1700s or overseas, then it becomes somewhat of a hit-or- miss situation. However, what about those aunts, uncles, cousins, etc. who were born after the 1950 U.S. Census which was just released? How do you go about finding the vital statistics on any individual, whether they are a relative or not? You now have to go to alternative database sources or personal family sources. The first thing to do is contact as many of your known relatives and get vital statistical information (birth, death, marriage, occupations, etc.) from them. If that does not provide what you need, you will have to check such databases as found on Ancestry.com, FindaGrave.com, FamilySearch.org, etc., as they sometimes have data more recent than what the 1950 U.S. Census can provide on spouses and children of the deceased. Other databases you can try are PeopleSearch.com, state vital records and statistics, or state archives. Many of these databases have information on individuals or possible relatives and their family members. If you are lucky enough to have a relative that is of the Peerage of England, Ireland, or Scotland, then you can use the Burke's Peerage books for the respective country. Copies of the Burke's Peerage books can be found online or at many local public or collegiate libraries. And last but not least you, can always Google someone and see what information comes up to help you fill out those branches of your tree with the harder to find individuals. This may also provide more information about an individual in your tree, as there may be a biography article, or connections to various genealogy databases that may assist you in your quest for information on your ancestors. ~ Bill Cramsie ANCESTRY GROUP Joshua Tree Natural Park Sept. 5, 4:30 – 5:30 pm People have inhabited Joshua Tree Park for over 5,000 years. Since the 825,000 acres did not become a National Park until 1994, the ancients may be excused for not following the trail system. The trails they did create as they sought to enrich their existence help formulate rich heritage passed down to us. The history of modern humans in Joshua Tree pales in comparison to the Park's namesake. The Joshua Tree emerged as a distinct variety of yucca about five million years ago. The evolution and life cycle of this singular desert forest is indeed fascinating. The history of the Joshua Tree pales in comparison to the structural landscape in which it thrives. There are rocks in the park over a billion years old. The history and development of the rock formations within the park weaves a rich and fascinating tale. The geologic history of this piece of California helps explain the complexity of the entire state's existence. Also, we will discover how those mounds of boulders called Inselbergs were created. Come to our next History Club meeting and leave with a broader sense of natural and geological history as we explore one of the most popular National Parks that help make up the 63 parks within the system. ~ Mike Ryan HISTORY GROUP

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