Ms. Case:
Are you familiar with John Cassell, Sr., of Pickens Co., SC who married
Milly Allen?
Thanks for any help.
JT Massey
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From: Wcase22(a)aol.com <Wcase22(a)aol.com>
To: CASSIL-L(a)rootsweb.com <CASSIL-L(a)rootsweb.com>
Date: Saturday, January 30, 1999 12:10 PM
Subject: [CASSIL-L] List Rules
I was interested in an attachment to one of the recent letters, from
the
webmaster, I presume, reminding list members that one should never correct
any
information that they deem to be wrong for fear of starting a flame
war.
I, for one would be much more upset to know that I had put out incorrect
information than if some kind soul had corrected me. Most all of the
genealogists with whom I associate are of the same opinion. We are supposed
to
be grown-ups here and seeking the truth, not self-aggrandizement.
A recent article in the newsletter of the Ohio Genealogical Society
deplored
the amount of unsubstantiated, incorrect material on websites and
commercially
prepared CD s. Apparently it has become a severe problem and is
getting
worse. Too many people have been barking up the wrong family tree.
As an example, I have been researching the Cassel families of PA for a
number
of years and have found many myths that have been circulated over and
over
again and should be straightened out.
Perhaps it might be a good idea to reconsider this "rule," provided that
any
corrections or questions are presented in a civil manner. I don't
want to
cause any problems but I would be interested in knowing how other list
members
feel about this matter.
Sincerely,
Mary Cassel Case