Here are some tips written by Clunie . A ttend a genealogy class. B egin with what you know and work backward. C omputerize your data collection. If it s printed, it must be true.
E valuate all conflicting evidence.
F ind others who are researching the same family lines. G uard against quick conclusions. H ave a general plan. I nvolve other family members. J ust names, dates, and numbers do not make a family history.