Maintain a file reflecting surnames being researched by members. Maintain a bibliography file of books owned by members who are willing to share their genealogical sources with others. Extracting vital statistics from pre-1900 newspaper serving Brevard County. Collecting and preserving ancestor tables and pedigree charts summarizing the ancestry of the Society's membership. Publishing monthly The Register, a newsletter available at meetings.
Family traditions are to be treated only as clues until substantiated.
That I first shall seek permission for the use of the resources and acknowledge with gratitude all who assist me in my searches. If repair or restorative treatment is required, I shall report the same to those who are responsible for their safe use. That I freely give this pledge to uphold ethical standards to assure maintenance and availability of records. Your first step is to do some homework. Collect and organize information that you and other family members have relating to the more recent generations of your family.