Muster Rolls
Do you have ancestors who served in the Civil War? If so, were any of them called to defend their own state from invasion? When… Read More »Muster Rolls
Monday’s Diggings
Have you ever used—or even seen—a Range Index for a section of land? When I began my genealogy journey with Kansas records, I quickly discovered… Read More »Monday’s Diggings
Monday’s Diggings
Have you ever stumbled across a story that sounds like it came straight from a crime novel? That’s exactly what I found in an account… Read More »Monday’s Diggings
ABC Biography: Lulu Briles Cope
Lulu Belle (Briles) Cope 1899 – 1987 Early Life Lulu Belle Briles was born on November 2, 1899, in Coffey County, Kansas, the daughter of… Read More »ABC Biography: Lulu Briles Cope
Monday’s Diggings
Today’s item is another treasured letter from Briles family researcher Mildred Barby, offering personal insights and updates alongside her ongoing dedication to genealogy. Briles Letter… Read More »Monday’s Diggings
ABC Biography: Glen Briles
Glen Briles (1895–1983) Rooted in Kansas, Devoted to Family and Community Early Life Glen Briles was born on March 6, 1895, in Woodson County, Kansas,… Read More »ABC Biography: Glen Briles
Monday’s Diggings
Today’s discovery is another gem from Mildred Briles Barby—a dedicated letter writer and passionate Briles family historian. Mildred’s letters not only reflect her warm personality… Read More »Monday’s Diggings
ABC Biography: Ethel Frances Briles
Ethel Frances Briles (1893–1982) Early Life and Family Ethel Frances Briles was born on June 2, 1893, in Coffey County, Kansas, to Edward Grant Briles… Read More »ABC Biography: Ethel Frances Briles
Monday’s Diggings
According to my RootsMagic software, Mildred is my 4th cousin once removed. However, the FamilySearch tree suggests we are 3rd cousins twice removed. So which… Read More »Monday’s Diggings
Monday’s Diggings
Today’s find is another letter from Mildred Barby of Oklahoma regarding our BRILES ancestry. Sept. 22 Dear Mike and Marcia, I am sorry I haven’t… Read More »Monday’s Diggings