Daily Archives: June 9, 2021

The Family History Library Is Opening Soon—Unveiling the 2021 Remodel – FamilySearch June 8, 2021

Posted on June 9, 2021 by Wichita Genealogist

I saw this on FamilySearch recently – The Family History Library Is Opening Soon—Unveiling the 2021 Remodel: https://www.familysearch.org/blog/en/family-history-library-2021-remodel/. Article is longer, but here are some details. I included the section headings below. June 8, 2021 by Diane Sagers Many visitors were … Continue reading →

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Wellness Wednesday- Waiting – Jesusluvsall’s Blog

Posted on June 9, 2021 by Wichita Genealogist

Waiting is something that could be a bit frustrating at times. I am not talking about waiting in line at a check out at a supermarket or waiting for someone to get ready. The waiting I am talking about is … Continue reading →

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USS Olympia — Weapons and Warfare

Posted on June 9, 2021 by Wichita Genealogist

USS Olympia (C-6/CA-15/CL-15/IX-40) is a protected cruiser that saw service in the United States Navy from her commissioning in 1895 until 1922. This vessel became famous as the flagship of Commodore George Dewey at the Battle of Manila Bay during … Continue reading →

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Wife of ‘El Chapo’ to plead guilty – NBC News June 9, 2021

Posted on June 9, 2021 by Wichita Genealogist

I saw this on NBC News – Wife of ‘El Chapo’ to plead guilty: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/wife-of-el-chapo-to-plead-guilty/ar-AAKSB0e?li=BBnb7Kz. Longer article. Pete Williams June 9, 2021 The wife of “El Chapo,” one of the world’s most powerful drug lords, has agreed to plead guilty … Continue reading →

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Top 3 Mistakes To Avoid When Priming Miniatures (and Solutions!) — Tangible Day

Posted on June 9, 2021 by Wichita Genealogist

Priming is one of the most important steps in miniature painting. A primer smooths out microscopic imperfections in the surface of your model and provides a solid foundation for overlying model paint color. When applied correctly, a primer is essential … Continue reading →

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Current DNA Sales – June 9, 2021

Posted on June 9, 2021 by Wichita Genealogist

Current January 2019 DNA sales, updated daily or every other day. Continue reading →

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Best Outdoor Adventure & Wilderness Survival Books — The Bibliofile

Posted on June 9, 2021 by Wichita Genealogist

If you’re looking for a book to accompany you on your outdoor adventures into the wilderness this summer, here’s some of the best in fiction and non-fiction adventure reading that’s about people surviving and conquering the wilderness and the great … Continue reading →

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New dinosaur species found in Australia was as long as a basketball court – NBC News June 8, 2021 – Weirdness Wednesdays June 9, 2021

Posted on June 9, 2021 by Wichita Genealogist

This is a more positive Weirdness Wednesday choice – New dinosaur species found in Australia was as long as a basketball court: https://www.nbcnews.com/science/science-news/new-dinosaur-species-found-australia-was-long-basketball-court-rcna1136. Slightly longer article. By Denise Chow June 8, 2021 The specimen, nicknamed “the southern titan,” is the … Continue reading →