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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.

Tuesday Tips – Family Search

When I first started my genealogical research the IGI (International Genealogical Index) was only available via microfiche. There were the various LDS search rooms including the one in Hyde Park London, which had drawers and drawers of parish records on … Continue reading

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Book of Me, Written by You, Prompt 8

Today is week 8 of what is going to be a 15 month project. Each Saturday, at around 12.30am UK time I will release the prompt for that week’s Book of Me, Written by You. If you are new here, … Continue reading

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Remembrance Day Photo Collage Festival

Following the success of the February photo collage festival. You can read my round up post HERE. Here in the UK we celebrate Remembrance Day on 11th November. I thought that it might be quite nice to have a collage … Continue reading

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Where it all started….

This morning, whilst working on something else, I had cause to pull out this Census image. It was this very image that made me really pursue my interest in my maternal family history.  Image courtesy of Ancestry – RG11/780/6 Puttenham … Continue reading

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Guildford Market Stalls – August 1939

This account comes from –The Market Traders’ Review – A supplement to the World’s Fair, dated Saturday, August 5th, 1939

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The In-Depth Genealogist – Digital Magazine – Issue 9 – OUT NOW!

The next issue of the free digital magazine is available NOW! //e.issuu.com/embed.js You can read my Introduction post HERE and you can follow the column by visiting The In-Depth Genealogist website and subscribing via email or via twitter and Facebook. … Continue reading

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Book of Me, Written by You, Prompt 7

Today is week 7 of what is going to be a 15 month project. Each Saturday, at around 12.30am UK time I will release the prompt for that week’s Book of Me, Written by You. If you are new here, … Continue reading

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Genealogy Questionnaire

Chris, who blogs at As they were posed a few questions about genealogy. I took a few moments to answer those questions, despite having a woefully inefficient internet access. QUESTIONNAIRE 1. What is the most important detail you want to find about … Continue reading

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The Prodigal Son (Graham Saga Book 3) by Anna Belfrage

This third installment in the trilogy finds Matthew returned from the plantations. Back in Scotland the relationship with his brother continues to rage in an unhealthy manner, alas that is not the only consideration. This book is set in the … Continue reading

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Book of Me, Written by You, Prompt 6

Today is week 6 of what is going to be a 15 month project. Each Saturday, at around 12.30am UK time I will release the prompt for that week’s Book of Me, Written by You. If you are new here, … Continue reading

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