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Bill Eddleman

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Bill Eddleman, Ph.D. Oklahoma State University, is a native of Cape Girardeau County who has conducted genealogical research for over 25 years. He retired from Southeast Missouri State as Professor of Biology in 2016, and has been Associate Director of the Cape Girardeau Research Center, State Historical Society of Missouri, since July 2017.

Southeast Missouri Roots & Branches: Getting organized to write your family history
HistoryNovember 2
Southeast Missouri Roots & Branches: Getting organized to write your family historyLearn how to organize and write your family history effectively. This guide offers practical tips to preserve your research, overcome writing hurdles and create a compelling narrative.
Louis Lorimier Jr.: His early life and military service
HistoryOctober 5
Louis Lorimier Jr.: His early life and military serviceExplore the remarkable life of Louis Lorimier Jr., the first Native American appointed to West Point, whose military service spanned from the Lewis and Clark Expedition to the War of 1812.
Finding your ancestor – Part II
HistorySeptember 29
Finding your ancestor – Part IIFind your immigrant ancestors with expert tips on finding passenger lists, naturalization records, and more. This guide covers key resources and strategies to trace your family's journey to America.
Dr. John Logan: Missouri entrepreneur and Illinois civic leader
HistoryAugust 31
Dr. John Logan: Missouri entrepreneur and Illinois civic leader Dr. John Logan was a Missouri entrepreneur and Illinois civic leader who played a pivotal role in local history, from his business ventures to his contributions in the Black Hawk War and founding of Murphysboro.
Finding your immigrant ancestor — Part I
HistoryAugust 10
Finding your immigrant ancestor — Part IUnlock the secrets of your immigrant ancestors with Bill Eddleman's expert guide. Discover how historical records, timelines, and community ties can reveal your family's journey to America.
Settling Louis Lorimier's estate: His widow Marie and son Manuel
FeaturesJuly 27
Settling Louis Lorimier's estate: His widow Marie and son ManuelExplore the complex saga of Louis Lorimier's estate, involving his widow Marie, son Manuel, and a tangled web of claims and legal battles that spanned over a decade.
Online resources for genealogy II: Queries and types of websites
HistoryJune 1
Online resources for genealogy II: Queries and types of websitesThe ability to craft a useful query is vital if you want to get the information you need via a message board, email exchange, chat room or other social media platform. In general, good queries should have a name, at least approximate dates, location(s) and a questi...
Louis François Largeau: Lorimier’s first secretary, assistant
HistoryMay 18
Louis François Largeau: Lorimier’s first secretary, assistantDiscover the untold story of Louis François Largeau, a skilled French scribe and accountant who played a pivotal role in early American frontier history as Louis Lorimier's first secretary and trusted assistant.
Online resources for genealogy: Some basics
HistoryApril 20
Online resources for genealogy: Some basicsMany of the resources contemporary family historians consult are available online, with more digitized every year. I will focus in the next columns on finding and using online sources.
Murder most foul: The killing of John M. Daniel
HistoryApril 13
Murder most foul: The killing of John M. DanielExplore the chilling 1832 murder case of John M. Daniel, a prominent businessman, by Isaac Whitson. Discover the events leading to Daniel's death, the swift trial, and Whitson's dramatic confession before his execution.
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