By Eilene Lyon While in college, I had a job as night auditor for Hyatt Regency in Columbus, Ohio. One night, a co-worker seemed rather grumpy. “What’s up with you, Cindy?” “It’s my birthday.” “Uh. Happy birthday? You don’t seem too thrilled about it.” “I promised myself I’d have my second house by the time... Continue Reading →
Clara’s Post-War Trip
Week 24: #52 Ancestors – Last One Standing By Eilene Lyon Clara Bedford wrote a letter to her aunt, Abby (Bedford) Jenkins, on May 14, 1865 from Springboro, Ohio. Clara Jane Bedford is my 1st cousin 4x removed. She was one of two children, both daughters, of William S. Bedford and Elizabeth Dearth. Clara’s letter... Continue Reading →
In Defense of the Dead
By Eilene Lyon I do not shy away from telling less-than-savory stories about some of my ancestors and relatives. If there is credible evidence they committed a crime, then I document it. But some people have taken to “solving” unsolved crimes by insinuating the guilt of dead people on websites like Find A Grave (FAG)... Continue Reading →