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"Locating Family Members in Old Business Records"
Presented by Madeline Yanov April 23, 2026 6:00 pm via Zoom 
This presentation will k explore how to use employment‑ _related and business records to identify and track ancestors in places where traditional vital or census records may be missing.
Drawing on examples from a range of industries, Madeline will demonstrate how to find and interpret sources such as employee files, payroll and labor records, union and company publications, city directories, and related materials to uncover occupations, residences, and relationships that can link family members across time and place. Attendees will learn practical strategies for where to look for these records today—archives, libraries, historical societies, specialized databases, and local repositories—and how to integrate these findings into a broader research plan. Madeline Yanov is the owner of Time Travel Genealogy and has more than 30 years of genealogy experience, specializing in American research with extensive work in European records, including Irish, British, Slovak, Russian, and German lines. Before becoming a full‑time genealogist, she worked as a paralegal, experience that sharpened her skills in analyzing records and conducting in‑depth document discovery. She has helped numerous clients locate and reunite with relatives, serves as President Emeritus of the Contra Costa County Genealogical Society, and is an active member of the Association of Professional Genealogist NOTE: Due to recent attempts by 3rd party bad actors to infiltrate our meetings, all attendees are required to personally identify themselves by turning on their camera and mic to return a greeting from the host. You may turn off your camera during the presentation.
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All 2026 Meetings via Zoom unless otherwise indicated 
Madeline Yanov "Locating Family Members in Old Business Records" Elizabeth Freeman "Genealogical resources available at the Arkansas State Archives" Sharon Dragoo "The Butterfield Trail" Sharon Gillins "The Southern Claims Commission" Linda Morgan Clark "Introduction to AI for Genealogists" All programs (both virtual and in-person) are open to the public. Virtual meetings require you to turn on your camera and mic when your join the meeting. Common courtesy in interactions with other participants is expected. The regular monthly meeting is the 4th Thursday of each month at 6:00 pm CT Be a part of MCGS and become a member! Your membership gives you the opportunity to "give back" to the larger genealogy community and your dues help provide more and better resources for researchers. |
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MCGS Special Interest Groups
Here's where you can talk about your genealogy and family history research to your heart's content with genealogy friends from California to North Carolina (and points in-between).
Join the "Bunch" at anytime! Grab a sandwich, and come and go as you need to. This free-ranging conversation among genealogy friends always yields great information and builds relationships across local, state, and regional boundaries. No registration required but there are some guidelines:
Join the "Bunch" at anytime! Grab a sandwich, and come and go as you need to. This free-ranging conversation among genealogy friends always yields great information and builds relationships across local, state, and regional boundaries. No registration required but there are some guidelines:
- Please turn on your camera. This fosters the sense of connection and engagement that makes this virtual meeting a unique experience that so closely resembles an in-person meeting.
- Remember to be respectful and considerate of other’s opinions and contributions. When disagreements arise, common courtesy helps to maintain a positive community spirit.
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Explore the World of RootsMagic with Us!
Join us monthly on the second Thursday at 2:30 p.m. CDT for an informal and interactive session dedicated to all things RootsMagic. Whether you're a seasoned user of RootsMagic 11, still navigating earlier versions, or never used RootsMagic at all, this monthly virtual meeting on Zoom is your go-to space for Q&A, discussions and valuable insights using.this popular genealogy software.
Questions? Email: [email protected].
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Zotero 7 for Genealogy SIG
MEETS VIRTUALLY the third Thursday of the months at 2:30 p.m. CT to learn from other attendees how to use this free, extremely flexible research tool for collecting, organizing, annotating, citing, and sharing your genealogy research. To keep the group interaction to approximately one hour, participation may be limited at any time. You must register and answer the survey questions. Your registration will be reviewed before it is approved.
MEETS VIRTUALLY the third Thursday of the months at 2:30 p.m. CT to learn from other attendees how to use this free, extremely flexible research tool for collecting, organizing, annotating, citing, and sharing your genealogy research. To keep the group interaction to approximately one hour, participation may be limited at any time. You must register and answer the survey questions. Your registration will be reviewed before it is approved.
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We Are Here for You
Whether you have Muskogee County ancestors or have no family connection to Muskogee County or even Oklahoma, you will still find extensive support for your genealogy and family history research at the Muskogee County Genealogical Society (MCGS).
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