The Research Like a Pro Genealogy Podcast Nicole Dyer

Today's episode of Research Like a Pro is about the story of Eliza Ann Isenhour (1850-1898) and the family lore that claims she was a full-blooded Cherokee. The conversation starts with the 1884 incident that left Eliza a widow with four young children and another on the way after her husband, William Henderson Shults, died following an accident. Faced with the challenges of widowhood, Eliza remarries Jacob Meek, and they eventually move to Indian Territory, where she dies in 1898. Despite family stories, evidence suggests Eliza was not Cherokee.
Diana and Nicole talk about Eliza's early life, born in Arkansas, her family's relocation following her father's death, and her eventual move to Texas. They highlight the family's migration to Coryell County, Texas, by 1870, setting the stage for later moves that would define Eliza's journey. Central to their conversation is the family's relocation to Indian Territory in the late 19th century, driven by legislative changes and opportunities for land. They examine whether Eliza and Jacob's move was part of the 1889 land grab or if they qualified for tribal membership based on family stories of Eliza's Cherokee ancestry.
Through research, Diana and Nicole find that Eliza did not have Native American bloodlines, with her husband Jacob being ¼ Choctaw. This discovery leads them to reconsider the family narrative, suggesting the lore of Eliza's Cherokee heritage may be rooted in her step-children's Choctaw background rather than factual history. They conclude by emphasizing the role of research in affirming or refuting family stories. The tale of Eliza Ann Isenhour exemplifies how family lore can morph over time and underscores the significance of a thorough and open-minded approach to uncovering historical truths.
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Links
Examining Family Lore: Was Eliza Ann Isenhour (1850-1898) Full-Blooded Cherokee? - https://familylocket.com/examining-family-lore-was-eliza-ann-isenhour-1850-1898-full-blooded-cherokee/
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Research Like a Pro Resources
Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - https://www.airtable.com/universe/creator/usrsBSDhwHyLNnP4O/nicole-dyer
Airtable Research Logs Quick Reference - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product/airtable-research-logs-for-genealogy-quick-reference/
Research Like a Pro: A Genealogist's Guide book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - https://amzn.to/2x0ku3d
14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - https://familylocket.com/product/14-day-research-like-a-pro-challenge-workbook-digital-only/ and spiral bound - https://familylocket.com/product/14-day-research-like-a-pro-challenge-workbook-spiral-bound/
Research Like a Pro Webinar Series 2024 - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-webinar-series-2024/
Research Like a Pro eCourse - independent study course -  https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-e-course/
RLP Study Group - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-study-group/
Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources
Research Like a Pro with DNA: A Genealogist's Guide to Finding and Confirming Ancestors with DNA Evidence book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx
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In this episode, we discuss breaking up complex research projects into phases. This is a great way to make progress on a research question that might otherwise seem daunting. We'll talk about how to identify the mother of Elsie, a woman born in 1820, as an example of how to set up phases for research. We'll also discuss how to determine which phases are necessary and how to write research objectives. We wrap it up with a discussion of Diana's Clemsy Cline project phases.
The Clemsy Cline project sought to identify the father of Mary "Clemsey" Cline. Clemsy was born about 1817 in Alabama and died after 1880 in Wise County, Texas. She married William Henderson Weatherford in about 1839 in Arkansas.
Phase 1 of the project focused on finding a candidate for Clemsy's father. Diana analyzed census records from 1850, 1860, and 1880 and concluded that she was most likely born between 1817 and 1820 in Alabama. Her father would have been born before 1800 in Virginia. The researchers also found that Clemsy was associated with a number of people in Arkansas, including Jacob Cline, Mahala Cline, and John Cline. These individuals were all living in the same area at the time that Clemsy was born, and they may have been able to provide some clues about her father's identity.
Phase 2 of the project focused on exploring the land patents of Clemsy Cline's FANs. Diana identified three Cline individuals who patented land in Izard County, Arkansas, between 1838 and 1850: John C. Cline, Mahala Cline, and John Cline. Diana believes that these land patents may provide some clues about the father of Clemsy Cline.
Phase 3 of the Clemsy Cline project is currently ongoing andseeks to test the hypothesis that John C. Cline was the biological father of Clemsy Cline. Using DNA evidence and documentary research, Diana has found a cluster of Clines in a network graph. This cluster includes descendants of Mahala Cline Shockley and descendants of John C. Cline through his 1850 census family with probable second wife, Milky Cline.
Links
Genealogy and DNA Research in Phases - https://familylocket.com/genealogy-and-dna-research-in-phases/
RLP 273: Brick Wall Ancestor: Clemsy (Cline) Weatherford - https://familylocket.com/rlp-273-brick-wall-ancestor-clemsy-cline-weatherford/
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Research Like a Pro Resources
Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - https://www.airtable.com/universe/creator/usrsBSDhwHyLNnP4O/nicole-dyer
Airtable Research Logs Quick Reference - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product/airtable-research-logs-for-genealogy-quick-reference/
Research Like a Pro: A Genealogist's Guide book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - https://amzn.to/2x0ku3d
14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - https://familylocket.com/product/14-day-research-like-a-pro-challenge-workbook-digital-only/ and spiral bound - https://familylocket.com/product/14-day-research-like-a-pro-challenge-workbook-spiral-bound/
Research Like a Pro Webinar Series 2024 - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-webinar-series-2024/
Research Like a Pro eCourse - independent study course -  https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-e-course/
RLP Study Group - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-study-group/
Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources
Research Like a Pro with DNA: A Genealogist's Guide to Finding and Confirming Ancestors with DNA Evidence book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx
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In episode #300 of Research Like a Pro, Diana and Nicole discuss the evolution of their genealogy research methodology, Research Like a Pro (RLP), over the years, focusing on past, present, and future perspectives. 
Past Developments:
Technology: Initially, Diana and Nicole utilized tools like PAF and Ancestral Quest for family trees, Google Sheets for research logs, and Evernote for notes. They also used a lot of paper files and some digital files for organization.
Genealogy Methods: Early methods included using FHL book indexes, census research, and writing letters to courthouses.
DNA: Diana mentions a Y-DNA study with the Roystons at Sorenson and using Ancestry DNA for the Cox project, and focusing on high-level ethnicity estimates, while Nicole speaks about testing three of her four grandparents.
Present Innovations:
Technology: Diana and Nicole now incorporate Family Tree Maker, Airtable for research logs, and digital tools like Grammarly and Canva for productivity and images.
Genealogy Methods: Modern strategies involve using the FamilySearch Wiki and Catalog, digitized microfilms, hiring researchers for onsite record lookups, and leveraging tax, probate, land, and deed records.
DNA: RLP with DNA process is used extensively for client cases, focusing on autosomal DNA, genetic networks, third-party tools like WATO, and further testing in Y and mitochondrial DNA. 
Future Directions:
Technology: Anticipated advancements include the possible use of Family Historian for tree management, Airtable enhancements with AI, and integrating documents with AI through Notion.
Genealogy Methods: They plan to leverage FamilySearch's whole text search capabilities.
DNA: Future plans involve expanding coverage with MyHeritage, enhancing Y-DNA and mtDNA surname projects, and employing third-party tools like Banyan for addressing pedigree collapse and endogamy. They also mention the importance of solving brick walls with DNA and confirming ancestral lines.
Throughout the episode, Diana and Nicole emphasize the importance of adapting to new technologies and methodologies in genealogical research, while also stressing the significance of responsible AI use, citing specific examples of AI assistance in their work.
 
Links
Ancestry DNA Match Downloader - https://sites.google.com/view/colleyvillegenealogy/member-contributions/ancestry-dna-match-downloader 
https://www.usgenweb.org/
https://www.familysearch.org/en/ 
Family Tree Maker software - https://www.mackiev.com/ftm/
https://www.wikitree.com/ 
https://www.familysearch.org/library/books/ 
https://www.grammarly.com/ 
https://airtable.com/ 
https://www.canva.com/ 
https://www.evernote.com/ 
https://dnapainter.com/tools/probability
https://trello.com/
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Research Like a Pro Resources
Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - https://www.airtable.com/universe/creator/usrsBSDhwHyLNnP4O/nicole-dyer 
Airtable Research Logs Quick Reference - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product/airtable-research-logs-for-genealogy-quick-reference/
Research Like a Pro: A Genealogist's Guide book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - https://amzn.to/2x0ku3d
14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - https://familylocket.com/product/14-day-research-like-a-pro-challenge-workbook-digital-only/ and spiral bound - https://familylocket.com/product/14-day-research-like-a-pro-challenge-workbook-spiral-bound/ 
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In this episode of Research Like a Pro, we discuss strategies for researching ancestors who emigrated to the United States after 1820, emphasizing the wealth of ship manifests and other records available for identifying individuals among those with the same name. We explore immigration trends from the 19th to the early 20th century, the impact of U.S. immigration laws on the process, and the roles of key immigration stations like Castle Garden and Ellis Island. The episode highlights various record types, including passenger lists, naturalization records, and more, and offers guidance on using resources like the National Archives and FamilySearch to locate these documents. Through a case study of Diana's ancestors, William and Mariah Brockhouse, we illustrate how to compile an immigration narrative by analyzing census data, family stories, and historical documents.
Links
Back to the Basics with Immigration Records: Part 3 1820-1906 - https://familylocket.com/back-to-the-basics-with-immigration-records-part-3-1820-1906/ 
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Research Like a Pro Resources
Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - https://www.airtable.com/universe/creator/usrsBSDhwHyLNnP4O/nicole-dyer 
Airtable Research Logs Quick Reference - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product/airtable-research-logs-for-genealogy-quick-reference/
Research Like a Pro: A Genealogist's Guide book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - https://amzn.to/2x0ku3d
14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - https://familylocket.com/product/14-day-research-like-a-pro-challenge-workbook-digital-only/ and spiral bound - https://familylocket.com/product/14-day-research-like-a-pro-challenge-workbook-spiral-bound/ 
Research Like a Pro Webinar Series 2024 - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-webinar-series-2024/ 
Research Like a Pro eCourse - independent study course -  https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-e-course/
RLP Study Group - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-study-group/
Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources
Research Like a Pro with DNA: A Genealogist's Guide to Finding and Confirming Ancestors with DNA Evidence book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx
Research Like a Pro with DNA eCourse - independent study course -  https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/
RLP with DNA Study Group - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/
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Diana and Nicole discuss the intricacies of tracing ancestors back to the Colonial Era in the United States, emphasizing the scarcity of immigration records before the establishment of the U.S. Federal Government in 1789. They highlight strategies such as cluster research and the use of DNA testing to overcome the challenge of limited documentation, particularly for those who emigrated from England, Scotland, France, Germany, and other regions. The co-hosts explain the significance of creating a locality guide based on historical context and settlement patterns to identify an ancestor's original colony. Through examples like the detailed records of German immigrants to Colonial Pennsylvania, they illustrate the value of specific documentation that did exist, such as oaths of allegiance and captain’s lists. They also point to essential resources, including Filby's "Passenger and Immigration List Index" (PILI) and various online platforms for accessing immigration records, preparing listeners for the next episode that will explore records from 1820 to 1906.
Links
Back to the Basics with Immigration Records: Part 2 – Colonial Era - https://familylocket.com/back-to-the-basics-with-immigration-records-part-2-colonial-era/ 
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Research Like a Pro Resources
Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - https://www.airtable.com/universe/creator/usrsBSDhwHyLNnP4O/nicole-dyer 
Airtable Research Logs Quick Reference - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product/airtable-research-logs-for-genealogy-quick-reference/
Research Like a Pro: A Genealogist's Guide book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - https://amzn.to/2x0ku3d
14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - https://familylocket.com/product/14-day-research-like-a-pro-challenge-workbook-digital-only/ and spiral bound - https://familylocket.com/product/14-day-research-like-a-pro-challenge-workbook-spiral-bound/ 
Research Like a Pro Webinar Series 2024 - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-webinar-series-2024/ 
Research Like a Pro eCourse - independent study course -  https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-e-course/
RLP Study Group - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-study-group/
Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources
Research Like a Pro with DNA: A Genealogist's Guide to Finding and Confirming Ancestors with DNA Evidence book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx
Research Like a Pro with DNA eCourse - independent study course -  https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/
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This episode of Research Like a Pro focuses on the intricacies of tracing immigration records in genealogical research. Diana and Nicole discuss the common challenges faced when trying to locate an ancestor's passenger list and the various entry points into the U.S., such as New York, New Orleans, Boston, San Francisco, Canada, and Mexico. They emphasize the importance of combing through U.S. records for clues about an ancestor's home country, ship's name, date of immigration, and family relationships, highlighting the role of naturalization records, military records, passports, ethnic church records, and more. Through a detailed case study of Irish immigrant Patrick Savage, they illustrate how to navigate the complexities of common names and record gaps by piecing together information from both U.S. and home country records, underscoring the necessity of a comprehensive approach that includes looking at census records from 1900 to 1940 for immigration and naturalization details.
Links
Back to the Basics with Immigration Records: Part 1 – Getting Started - https://familylocket.com/back-to-the-basics-with-immigration-records-part-1-getting-started/ 
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For listeners of this podcast, Newspapers.com is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. 
Research Like a Pro Resources
Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - https://www.airtable.com/universe/creator/usrsBSDhwHyLNnP4O/nicole-dyer 
Airtable Research Logs Quick Reference - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product/airtable-research-logs-for-genealogy-quick-reference/
Research Like a Pro: A Genealogist's Guide book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - https://amzn.to/2x0ku3d
14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - https://familylocket.com/product/14-day-research-like-a-pro-challenge-workbook-digital-only/ and spiral bound - https://familylocket.com/product/14-day-research-like-a-pro-challenge-workbook-spiral-bound/ 
Research Like a Pro Webinar Series 2024 - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-webinar-series-2024/ 
Research Like a Pro eCourse - independent study course -  https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-e-course/
RLP Study Group - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-study-group/
Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources
Research Like a Pro with DNA: A Genealogist's Guide to Finding and Confirming Ancestors with DNA Evidence book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx
Research Like a Pro with DNA eCourse - independent study course -  https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/
RLP with DNA Study Group - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/
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