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.

Dear Kath, Love Ron: Letters 1937 to 1946 Edited by Mike Spathaky

Posted on October 15, 2019 by Julie Goucher

A day or so ago I received an email from a fellow member of the Guild of One-Name Studies, Mike Spathaky. The reason for the note was to let me know that his book, Dear Kath, Love Ron will be … Continue reading →

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Researching Surnames – A Guide to One-Name Studies.

Posted on October 13, 2019 by Julie Goucher

Over the summer, I spent time working on a revised edition of the Surname Guide – A Guide to One-Name Studies. The booklet will be available to purchase from the Guild of One-Name Studies and Amazon. The PDF version will … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, Genealogy, Introduction to One-Name Studies (Pharos course 901), One-Name Studies | 2 Comments

Book Review – Son of Mine by Peter Papathanasiou

Posted on September 28, 2019 by Julie Goucher

In this beautifully written memoir Peter Papathanasiou tells the story of two lives: his own, and that of his mother. From a starting point in modern Australia, the book reaches back to the period after the Second World War, focusing … Continue reading →

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Family Tree Magazine 2019 – Surname Research Series

Posted on September 27, 2019 by Julie Goucher

The November issue of Family Tree Magazine has recently been published, and the surname series continues, with us looking at preserving and publishing your One-Name Study. There is a good deal of overlap between the publishing and preserving elements of … Continue reading →

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Red Hills – The Pitman’s Parliament

Posted on September 19, 2019 by Julie Goucher

I recently had opportunity to visit Red Hills – The Pitman’s Parliament in the city of Durham. The home of the Durham Miner’s Association, the venue is usually closed to the public, open otherwise by appointment. I managed to attend … Continue reading →

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Family Tree Magazine 2019 – Surname Research Series

Posted on September 13, 2019 by Julie Goucher

The October issue of Family Tree Magazine has recently been published, and the surname series continues, with us looking at the  fundamental principles of a study, as defined by the Guild of One-Name Studies, the Seven Pillars. This issue focuses … Continue reading →

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Virtual Genealogical Association 2019 Conference

Posted on August 26, 2019 by Julie Goucher

A few weeks ago I was asked to share the promote the following conference which is to be hosted by the Virtual Genealogical Association. It takes place in early November 2019. I will be speaking, although not live. My presentation … Continue reading →

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1491 – The Untold Story of the Americas before Columbus

Posted on August 11, 2019 by Julie Goucher

Launched daily from 9th August 2019 is this fascinating series commemorating the UN International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. Each episode is free to watch. Once the entire series has been shared via the series Facebook page, it is … Continue reading →

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RootsTech London 2019 Competition Closes and Winner Selected!

Posted on August 1, 2019 by Julie Goucher

As a RootsTech London Ambassador I have the opportunity to host a give away for the event of a complimentary three day pass (worth £149). There was no restrictions on how I choose to host the give away. I chose to … Continue reading →

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Family Tree Magazine 2019 – Surname Research Series

Posted on July 29, 2019 by Julie Goucher

The September issue of Family Tree Magazine has just been published, and the surname series continues, with us looking at the  fundamental principles of a study, as defined by the Guild of One-Name Studies, the Seven Pillars. I usually put … Continue reading →

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