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We are discussing Tracing family history
With Antoinette Buchanan, Stephanie Ryan and Jennifer Higgins

Question:
How can old newspapers be useful in tracing my family tree?

Answer:
Stephanie - Apart from local news articles, old newspapers may contain funeral/death notices, obituaries and other social news items. Obituaries can be extremely useful providing personal background information you wouldn't normally find on a death certificate. Newspapers are also useful for information regarding accidents, inquests and court cases.

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