City atlases, Sanborn maps, plat maps, etc. give specific information about land ownership, shape and size of property. Deeds are formal documents showing ownership and intent for property use. Local courthouses usually house deeds and indexes to them. Various community organizations often keep records over the years. Meeting minutes, membership lists, addresses, and group photos are often saved throughout the years and can give interesting insight to the lives of one s relatives.
Local periodicals can supply a wealth of information.
Many papers are available on microfilm. People often find links to other members of their family through obituaries or marriage announcements. In some locations, newspapers have been indexed making it easier to locate specific articles and people. The Internet is a rapidly growing source for finding genealogical information. It is extremely important to keep in mind that you should never accept what you find online to be absolute fact.