Saturday on the Stoop... or Porch

 

Agnes E. Murray Sweeney Schick (1862-1943) one of my great great grandmothers. Agnes was born in Cushina, County Laois (now Queens), Ireland. She immigrated to America circa 1882. She worked as a domestic. In New York City, she married John Sweeney around 1887 and had one son Edward (1888-1926) who was born in Brooklyn. John Sweeney died soon after and Agnes married Anton Schick in New York City circa 1890. Anton and Agnes moved to Albany by 1891. Two daughters were born in Albany and baptized at the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception, Mary Elizabeth and Lillian Mae. Agnes is buried in St. Agnes Cemetery in Menands with her children Edward, Mary, and Lillian.

Saturday on the Stoop... or Porch

Joseph Albert Koreman (1911-1992), my maternal grandfather, age two years old. He stands on the stoop of his home at 8 Osborne Street where he was born. The home was demolished years ago. His parents were Joseph William Koreman (1886-1977) and Mary Albert (1886-1963).

Joe married Agnes Johanna Bailey (1919-2001) on 08 December 1942 at Holy Cross Church on Hamilton Street in Albany. They had two children. Joe was an electrician by trade and became the business agent for the electrical workers union; the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local # 724 in 1947 and held that position for 29 years until his retirement in 1976. He and Agnes are buried at Our Lady Help of Christians cemetery in Glenmont.

Genealogy Conferences

    The era of Covid has resulted in many changes for genealogists. At some libraries and archives, appointments need to be made, and also proof of vaccination required to enter some venues. Many genealogical societies and conferences went virtual to keep everyone safe but also allowed attendees the ability to attend meetings, etc.

    Later this year two onsite in person conferences will be held. The first in Sacramento, California and the second, locally, in Albany, New York. Coming up this Spring, on 24-28 May 2022 will be the National Genealogical Society 2022 Family History Conference, in Sacramento. There will be tracks available on topics such as DNA, immigration and migration, technology, Native American genealogy, African American, Chinese American research, and much more.

    Check the NGS 2022 Conference page for additional information. Hotel reservations are still available. For further information send an email to ngs2022@californiaancestors.org.

    In the Fall, the New York Genealogical & Biographical Society will host its 2022 New York State Family History Conference in Albany, New York from 08-10 September 2022. The conference will be held in the downtown Albany Hilton. There is also a second option called NYSFHC @ Home Pass where select presentations can be livestreamed direct to your home computer between 12 September and 17 October 2022.

    Please check the NYG&B website for pricing and further information.