Names being researched .....

Kathy · Post by **Kathy** » Fri Jun 30, 2006 2:07 pm

As members of TS, we are mostly researching in Scotland, is it possible to have a spot within TS to record research names and places, so that members can at a glance, check if there are any other members researching the same names.

I know we can include the names at the bottom of any posts for other members to see, but not all members post.

Perhaps this has previously been discussed and I have just missed the discussion.

Kathy

Post by **Liz Turner** » Fri Jun 30, 2006 2:35 pm

Hi Kathy

Like you I'm not sure if this might already have been discussed. I think it would be a great idea - at the moment I use the search button at the top of the page and put in names from time to time, to see if anything related comes up.

Liz

Post by **emanday** » Fri Jun 30, 2006 3:43 pm

Something simple like...

MacDonald, Tradeston Glasgow 1800-1854 (for example)

which we could scroll through would be great, I think.

JustJean · Post by **JustJean** » Fri Jun 30, 2006 3:53 pm

Thanks folks for the suggestions.

As we look for ways to improve and reorganize the TS site these and other ideas will be explored. In the meantime don't forget that the easiest way to search the entire site for a name or place or phrase or all posts by a specific TS member etc etc is to utilize the search feature as Liz described.

Best wishes
Jean
Current TSAG Chair

Post by **Liz Turner** » Fri Jun 30, 2006 4:14 pm

Anything we do decide to do has to be simple, I think, and have prescribed format so that all entries are the same. Perhaps a standard type of on-line form to fill in with basic details?? and a link from the top of the page?? Perhaps a trial run/pilot to see how it might work

We'd need to keep it clear and easy to fill-in so that everyone can use - also not to give more work to the folks that buzz away behind the scenes keeping the rest of us up and running.

Isn't it great the way us users keep coming up with ideas to keep the admin folks busy??!!

Liz

Kathy · Post by **Kathy** » Sat Jul 01, 2006 7:58 am

Liz Turner wrote:at the moment I use the search button at the top of the page and put in names from time to time, to see if anything related comes up.

Liz

I have to admit, I had not noticed the search button.

Kathy

Post by **Liz Turner** » Sun Jul 02, 2006 3:45 pm

Don't feel too bad about that! I only saw it after I'd been registered on TS for about 3 months!!

Liz

kinsearcher · Post by **kinsearcher** » Mon Jul 03, 2006 12:42 am

Kathy wrote:As members of TS, we are mostly researching in Scotland, is it possible to have a spot within TS to record research names and places, so that members can at a glance, check if there are any other members researching the same names.

I know we can include the names at the bottom of any posts for other members to see, but not all members post.

Perhaps this has previously been discussed and I have just missed the discussion.

Kathy

Kathy, from your 'signature' at bottom of message, I see Craig and Orr. From where please?
Thanks,
James.

Kathy · Post by **Kathy** » Mon Jul 03, 2006 1:29 pm

Hi James,

Craig --- Place of birth for my earliest was Kilbarchan, next generation Johnstone, then its a mixture of Paisley, Kilbarchan & Greenock.

Orr -- Ireland & Port Glasgow.

If you think there are any connections, I have quite a lot on the Craig line in particular.

Kathy

kinsearcher · Post by **kinsearcher** » Mon Jul 03, 2006 2:17 pm

Hi Kathy,

Ever hopeful are we who do this stuff. I saw Craig and Orr, and hoped, but "Craig --- Place of birth for my earliest was Kilbarchan, next generation Johnstone, then its a mixture of Paisley, Kilbarchan & Greenock.

Orr -- Ireland & Port Glasgow."

And I wanted Kilbirnie/Dalry. Never mind, maybe 'tomorrow'? lol
Thanks,
James.

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