There is a small group of immigrants to Hawaii who did not stay very long. These individuals signed sugar plantation contracts, did their time in Hawaii, and left as quickly as they came. Most went to California, but some went to other parts of the US. A very small percentage went back home. These short…
Important Dates in Hawaiian History
You may not realize it but their were many important dates in Hawaiian history that changed Hawaii from isolated islands to a kingdom to a territory and then to statehood. This is a compilation of historical events as well as dates important to genealogists. The Hawaiian Island were populated long before James Cook made his…
Giving Thanks to Those Who Help You Research
Most genealogists are grateful for the work others do for them. Afterall, if those folks didn’t help you out you’d probably be stuck at square one. It’s important to remember that those people who help you don’t have to. Sometimes we take these bits of kindness for granted. We may mean to say thanks, but…
1900 US Federal Census Microfilm Numbers for the Territory of Hawaii
Although the census is online and available at many websites, you may have reason to go through an enumeration district to find an elusive ancestor. These are the NARA microfilm numbers for the 1900 US Census for Hawaii. Also included are the Soundex microfilm numbers for names. Even if you aren’t accessing the 1900 US…
1930 Census: What Information Was Collected?
Each census is unique. The questions asked varied from census to census. The early census records have no information beyond the head of household. In 1850, the names of other household members were included. And, in 1880 census, the relationships of those members were given. With each census, the information recorded was changed to reflect…