Author Archives: Julie Goucher

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About Julie Goucher

Genealogist, Author, Presenter, native Guildfordian, avid note taker and journal writer. Lover of Books, Stationery & History; Surnames, Butcher & Orlando One-Name Studies. Pharos Tutor for all One-Name Studies/surname courses as well as Researching Ancestors from Continental Europe.

Survey into Life and Labour in London (1886-1903) by Charles Booth

Posted on May 24, 2014 by Julie Goucher

Charles Booth painted by George Frederic Watts 1901 Charles Booth (1840- 1916) was an English social researcher.  Booth is most well-known for his huge piece of work where he documented the working classes of London.     In 1886 Booth started … Continue reading →

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Book of Me, Written by You, Prompt 39

Posted on May 23, 2014 by Julie Goucher

Today is week 39 of what is going to be a 15 month project. Each Saturday, at around 12.30 am UK time I will release the prompt for that week’s Book of Me, Written by You. If you are new … Continue reading →

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Mrs Sinclair’s Suitcase by Louise Walters

Posted on May 21, 2014 by Julie Goucher

This is the story of Roberta interspersed with the story of Dorothy who is Roberta’s Grandmother. Dorothy has been a widow for many years, her husband her Polish serviceman killed in the line of duty. That is the story fed … Continue reading →

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Chertsey Street, Guildford ~ Circa 1907

Posted on May 20, 2014 by Julie Goucher
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Tuesday’s Tip ~ Where Family History and Local History Unite*

Posted on May 19, 2014 by Julie Goucher

Image courtesy of the Project via Facebook I recently spent some time on the newly launched site Lives of the First World War, a joint effort between the Imperial War Museum and FindmyPast. On the day it was announced I … Continue reading →

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The Library Book ~ An Anthology

Posted on May 19, 2014 by Julie Goucher

This slender volume comprises of short writings from twenty five different authors. Each one sharing across the page why they love and value libraries and the importance that libraries have played in their individual literary careers. Most of the authors … Continue reading →

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Book of Me, Written by You, Prompt 38

Posted on May 16, 2014 by Julie Goucher

Today is week 38 of what is going to be a 15 month project. Each Saturday, at around 12.30 am UK time I will release the prompt for that week’s Book of Me, Written by You. If you are new … Continue reading →

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60 Postcards: The Inspirational Story of a Young Woman’s Journey to…by Rachael Chadwick

Posted on May 15, 2014 by Julie Goucher

Do you ever think things happen for a reason? At the end of February, I was pondering, debating and trying be brave whilst making a decision and the right decision about my Mum’s belongings. I had just had an idea … Continue reading →

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One Million Lovely Letters: When Life is Looking Hopeless, One… by Jodi Ann Bickley

Posted on May 14, 2014 by Julie Goucher

Do you ever think things happen for a reason? At the end of February, I was pondering, debating and trying be brave whilst making a decision and the right decision about my Mum’s belongings. I had just had an idea … Continue reading →

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Market Day at Guildford ~ Circa 1910

Posted on May 14, 2014 by Julie Goucher
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