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Alex Inspired

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genealogy & history

I am not a Genealogist!

I am however, a family history enthusiast. Genealogy has become one of my favourite past-times within the last ten years. It’s pretty unreal to see the changes and developments in technology… the access alone to thousands of records and newspapers is unbelievable.

I’ve been dabbling with both sides of the family’s history. I have found success with several websites (most of them being American, with American records), and some of them have finally been accessible – the Polish Archives for example.

You’ve come to the right place if you’re looking for stories or assistance on the following:

  • Canadian Genealogy
  • Irish Genealogy
  • American Genealogy
  • Polish Genealogy

If you’re looking for something funny to read, I recommend, “Hand me the Sargon, I’m out of Vodka and Metamucil” – which is about my Great-Grandmamma Golden, and her P.T. Barnum type endorsement for Sargon.

Ever wonder what happened to some of the stately homes on North Court Street? | Alex Inspired

Vanished from the Ridge

Coco Chanel, a true iconic woman? or a despicable human being? | Alex Inspired

Admiring the Despicable – Coco Chanel

Stanley’s Godmother was cooler than your Godmother.

Secret Recipes... or just Secrets? | Alex Inspired

Secret Recipes, or just Secrets?

It's Kathern, not Catherine | Alex Inspired

It’s Kathern, not Catherine.

Do you ever wonder about Home history in Port Arthur? Court Street's Civil War Connection

Court Street’s Civil War Connection

The Original Railyway Marine and General Hospital of Port Arthur Ontario | Alex Inspired

The Ladies’ Aid of the General Hospital – Thunder Bay’s Vanished Vanguards

Nurse Brenda - My Favourite Aunty Brenda Story | Alex Inspired

Nurse Brenda

How to Find Polish Military Records | Alex Inspired

How to Obtain Polish WWII Military Records (part 2)

Picture Perfect: Terance Treasure

Captain Frankow sitting with fellow soldier somewhere in Palestine WWII

How to Obtain Polish WWII Military Records (part 1)

Ready to kick-start your genealogy hunt? Here are 10 questions to ask your grandparents to start you on your journey | site: Alex Inspiried – picture of her grandparents.

10 Questions to Ask your Grandparents

Zeddy Bear (Zellers), waving good bye to Target |Alex Inspired - a Canadian Perspective

Au Revoir, Tar-Jay

Sargon Ad and Testimonial From Mrs. John T. Golden |Alex Inspired

Hand me the Sargon, I’m out of Vodka and Metamucil

John Stanley Golden - Whist Tournament 1936

Grandpa was a Cardshark

Vintage Photo: back: "The sister ship S.S. Noronic pulling out from dock at the Soo.

Saturday Morning… Around the World

Minneapolis Club Staff, Courtesy of the Minneapolis Club

Onwards, to the Minneapolis Club!

Thomas F. Byrnes (1842–1910) Detective Bureau chief

The Hunt for Golden Treasure – Part III

The Grand things about Grandparents

Ad for the Browndale Liquor Company within the Minneapolis City Directories

The Hunt for Golden Treasure – Part II

The Hunt for Golden Treasure – Part One

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