My Native Roots

[Danica]

Hello. I am new here and hoping someone can help me.

My Great-grandfather, Issac Newton Blood, was born in Ohio. We know that his mother or grandmother was atleast part Native American. I am trying to find out exactly what Tribe my family is connected to.

If anyone know anything either through the rolls or such or can give me a clue where to start, I would greatly appreciate it.

[Richard L Pangburn]

The way to Native American genealogy, to start with, is exactly the same as doing mainstream genealogy. You need to start with a record of what you know about your genealogy. Interview family who might know more. Then go first to the census listings and find them. You will have to check every available census and follow them back. Some of the census records will reveal other information to help you search. Write down everything, time and place, occupation, given race, etc. Keep an open mind. Sometimes the records conflict, and sometimes they are found to be dead wrong. But that is the way to begin.

There are some books at the library that can help you. Hardly any book you need can be had on inter-library loan. The census on microfilm is available at most major metropolitian libraries and at every historical library. I know it sounds like a lot of work, but you might find it fun as you learn. Most of us do.

If you run into problems, come back here and ask. Or ask you librarians. Keep a positive attitude, and keep an open mind.

Richard L. Pangburn

[Richard L Pangburn]

There are some typos in that post. I meant to say that almost any book you need can be had on inter-library loan. Once you get your basic beginning chart, it becomes easier to fill in the pieces. The way to get it done is to get started.

Richard L. Pangburn