Added Wednesday, March 19, 2008:

• Rails to the North Star: Minnesota Railroad Atlas by Richard S. Prosser. From the first land grants for railroad construction in 1857, to the height of the street railways of the 1920s, to the consolidation of railroad companies in the 1960s, this volume captures all facets of railroad development. 2007 (reprint), paper, 296 pages, photos M-596, $29.95

• History of the Swedish People: Vol. I: Prehistory to Renaissance by Vilhelm Moberg. Fascinating reading! Viking raids, coming of Christianity, Folkungs royal dynasty, arrival of the Black Death, reign of Queen Margareta, etc. paper S-046, $16.95

• History of the Swedish People: Vol. II: Renaissance to Revolution by Vilhelm Moberg. Focuses on the common people, and two dramatic revolts: the national insurrection under Engelbrekt and the last attempt of the Smaland peasantry to retain medieval liberties. Moberg also examines the enigmatic and wide appeal of the Swedish forest and the rivalry with Denmark. 2005, paper, 288 pages S-047, $16.95

Added Tuesday, March 11, 2008:

• Claims from the Dakota Conflict: Supplying the Local Militia - Vol. 4: 1863-1870 More than 2800 military claims authorized by the Board of Auditors, exceeding $100,000. Some of the claims had been held over from the original Board of Auditors, some were new, some were approved by the Minnesota Legislature. ISBN 1-932212-23-X, 2007, paper, 74 pp., indexed M-595, $19.95

• Back in print! Map Guide to American Migration Routes, 1735-1815 by William Dollarhide. Puts in one volume the information on migration routes, including wagon roads (in chronological order!) 1997, 42 pp., paper, maps U-011, $17.95

• Eastern States Census Substitutes & State Census Records by William Dollarhide. Annotated bibliography for states in the Old Southwest, New England, Mid-Atlantic States, the Old South, the Old Northwest, and the Central Plains. Name lists derived from tax lists, directories, voter registration, military lists, etc. 2007, perfectbound, 255 pp.|U-026, $32.95

• Western States Census Substitutes & State Censuses by William Dollarhide. Annotated bibliography and historical timelines for Texas, Oklahoma & Indian Territory, California & Nevada, Alaska & Hawaii, Nuevo Mexico, the Mountain West, and the Oregon Country. 2007, perfectbound, 220 pp. U-027, $32.95

• Getting Started in Genealogy ONLINE by William Dollarhide. Beginner's guide, with 7-step system for gathering facts, where to find more thru websites, and a comprehensive listing of Genealogy Resource Centers in the U.S. There's even a "Research Help for the Addicted" section! paper, 64 pp., forms G-015, $12.95

Added Tuesday, October 23, 2007:

• Carlton Chronicles by Francis M. Carroll; photo selection and editing by Marlene Wisuri & the Carlton History Committee. The crossroads of great railroads, a mighty river, and a growing highway system shaped the settlement of Carlton, Minnesota. This book traces the story of the county seat of Carlton County and its people through over 125 years of colorful history with pictures and narrative. M-594, 2006, paper, 160 pp., almost 300 photos $20.00

Added Monday, October 8, 2007:

• Guide to Finding Episcopalians in Minnesota for Genealogists and Historians by Arthur Louis Finnell. Finding records after a church is closed is difficult. This guide simplifies the task for Episcopalians, compiling information on the repository and actual records located for the Episcopal Diocese of Minnesota. The listing itself is by the name of the location of the church, making it easy to match to censuses and other records. M-593, 2007, paper, 46 pp. $10.00

Added Tuesday, September 25, 2007:

• East Prussia Place Name Index by Roger Minert. Two lists of places, one in alphabetical order, and one in reverse alphabetical order. Depending on what part of the name you can read, this will help you find it! D-170, 2006, paper $11.95

• Silesia Place Name Index by Roger Minert. Two lists of places, one in alphabetical order, and one in reverse alphabetical order. Depending on what part of the name you can read, this will help you find it! D-169, 2006, paper $11.95

• Roots and Ties: A Scrapbook of Northeast Memories by Genny Zak Kieley. The third in her compelling series about the NE Minneapolis, documenting the changes from her childhood thru decay and now rebirth. M-592, 2003, paper, illus., photos $21.95

Added Wednesday, September 12, 2007:

• They Ate From One Bowl: The History of the New Prague Area (1856-1900) by Dr. Thomas O Kajer. Background on conditions in Bohemia, crossing experiences, the movement west to the Mississippi, the steamboat industry and passages from Galena/Dubuque to St. Paul and Shakopee, and finally settlement in the Bohemian Triangle covering parts of Le Sueur, Scott and Rice counties. Topics covered include the early struggles for survival, the importance of ginseng, interactions with local American Indians, Civil War involvement, agricultural advancements, the pros and cons of the railroads, etc. M-591, 2006, 216 pp., paper, extensive footnotes $23.00

• March on the Dakotas: Sibley Expedition of 1863 by Susan Mary Kudelka. A compilation of information about the camps and campsites, with a record of the troops and casualties. M-589, paper, maps $14.95

• Atlas of the Sioux Wars (2nd Edition) by Charles D. Collins, Jr., Combat Studies Institute Press, Fort Leavenworth. Color maps illustrating the various battles between federal forces and Dakota Indians from the Dakota War of 1862 to Wounded Knee. Traces troop movements, and explains tactics. CD-036, CD, illus. $10.00

• West-Central Wisconsin: The Early Settlers by Gordon D. Waller. What life was like before 1900 in the Norwegian belt from Eau Claire to La Crosse and west. W-090, 2006, paper, many photos $7.50

• When the Ferries Still Ran: History and Stories from the Chippewa Bottoms by Jim Alf. Reminiscences of the ferries on the Chippewa River in central Wisconsin, told by a ferryman. Fun reading! W-091, 2006, paper, 106 pp., index $19.95

• Ever the Land: A Homestead Chronicle by Ruben L. Parson. Originally published in the 1970s, this book tells the story of the people and farm homesteaded by Swedish immigrants near Battle Lake. The author is a land expert, having a PhD in geography and working as land planner and professor. M-590, paper, illus. $16.95

• North Dakota Immigrants: Coming to America by Joseph L. Gavett. Nonfiction historical novel about North Dakota<@226><@128><@153>s golden era of immigration (1869-1903) as told through the lives of twelve families. In writing his story the author has used a wide variety of sources, including the personal memories of the immigrants and their families in their quest to create a new home here in the land of the Flickertails. There is much detail regarding sod houses, shipping lines, ships, letters, and experiences to bring the stories to life. ND-020, 2007, paper, 307 pp., illus., maps $19.95

Added Tuesday, August 28, 2007:

• From Scandinavian Shores by Jim Hove. Most printed sources talk about the wealthy--this one deals with the characteristics of the ordinary people who arrived from Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland and other scandinavian points. There is information on religion, occupations, language, and many other topics, drawn together in one volume. M-588, 2007, paper $19.95

• Introduction to Ostfriesen Genealogy by the folks who know at the Ostfriesen Genealogical Society of America! Resources and hints for researching this north German group. D-168, 2007, paper, illus. $18.00

• Memories of the Battle of New Ulm: Personal Accounts of the Sioux Uprising by Fritsche. Reprint from a Brown County history with first person accounts of the events in New Ulm. M-450, paper $21.00
• Outbreak and Massacre by the Dakota Indians in Minnesota in 1862 by Marion Satterlee. Reprint of his research from the early 20th century into documenting events (including lists of dead and wounded). Classic. M-451, paper $16.00

• Finding Italian Roots: The Guide for Americans (2nd ed.) by John Philip Colletta. Updated and expanded, resources available in the U.S., as well as sources available in the archives and churches of Italy. D-065, 2003, 206 pp., paper, maps, illus., 128 pp. $14.95

• Only a Few Bones: A True Account of the Rolling Fork Tragedy and Its Aftermath by John Philip Colletta. Genealogical research leads to a solution to a 1873 mystery. Good reading (and an example of what to do with your research!). G-204, 2000, paper, 436 pp., index, illus. $18.00
• They Came in Ships (3rd edition) by John P. Colletta. Finding passenger lists, for that immigrant ancestor. G-100, paper, 184 pp $12.95
• Researching American Cemetery Records by Scott Andrew Bartley. History of cemeteries, photos of gravestones with interpretations of symbols, bibliography, extensive listing of resources, etc. U-164, 2005, paper, 153 pp. $14.00
• Your Swedish Roots by Per Clemensson and Kjell Andersson. Published as a joint venture with Genline AV, here are step-by-step instructions to help find and use Swedish records. S-044, hard cover, 222 pages, illus. $24.95

Added Monday, July 16, 2007:

• Estate Inventories: How to Use Them by Kenneth L. Smith. A glimpse into your ancestor's personal possessions. Help in reading and interpreting inventories with sections on writing, spelling, foreign words, abbreviations, currency, rates and prices, and a glossary of archaic words. rev. 2000, 137 pp., paper G-061, $12.50
• Genealogy Helps, Hints & Hope by John Heisey. Not just another 'how-to' book, but a collection of articles on migration patterns, gravestone rubbings, family reunions, adoption, epidemics, etc. 1995, 147 pp., paper G-063, $9.00

Added Tuesday, June 12, 2007:

• Following the Paper Trail: A Multilingual Translation Guide by Jonathan D. Shea and William F. Hoffman. A guide to translating vital statistic records in 13 languages: Czech, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Latin, Lithuanian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish and Swedish. Each section shows the alphabet of the language, sample vital statistic records and their translation, and a list of words commonly encountered. An indispensable reference source for anyone whose research involves European languages. 8-1/2" x 11", 256 pp., hardcover D-030, $29.00

• Claims from the Dakota Conflict: Supplying the Local Militia--Vol. 3: Dec 31, 1862 More than 1800 claims authorized by the Board of Auditors on just one day, 31 Dec 1862, just as its authority expired. ISBN 1-932212-21-3, 2007, paper M-581, $16.95

• 1862 Claims from the Dakota Conflict: Supplying the Militia: Vol 1-3 Set of 3 volumes with all military claims paid in 1862 to those who supplied equipment, supplies, services, horses, and other necessities. Three volume set. Each volume separately indexed. M-587, $44.00

Added Monday, May 14, 2007:

• Scandia - Then and Now by Anna Engquist. The story of the Swedish pioneers in this part of Washington County, updated in 2007 with some new photos, an index and a few corrections, but still with the wonderful story of how Scandia developed -- Copas beginnings, Elim Church, business places, schools, social activities, etc. 2007 (rev.), photos, index M-586, $25.00

Added Monday, May 7, 2007:

• Germanic Genealogy, 3rd Edition edited by Dr. Ed Brandt, Mary Bellingham, Kent Cutcomp, Kermit Frye, Patricia Lowe and Paul Sternberg, of the Germanic Genealogy Society. Subtitled "A Guide to Worldwide Sources and Migration Patterns," this edition includes resources for specific areas, new material for Eastern Europe, detailed information for Germanic settlements in Canada, new maps, websites, expanded information for over 90 countries, how to read German script, terminology and more. 2007, paper, 680 pp., illus., index D-088, $49.00

Added Monday, April 30, 2007:

• Perspective on the Sioux War: Oscar Malmros, Minnesota's Adjutant General Reprints of Oscar Malmros' official reports to Governor Alexander Ramsey on the military aspects of the Dakota Conflict in 1862, including status of ammunition and arms, expeditions to Fort Abercrombie, and more. Also includes a biography of Malmros. ISBN 1-932212-22-1, 2007, paper, index, illus. M-584, $16.95

• Being Dakota: Tales and Traditions of the Sisseton and Wahpeton by Amos E. Oneroad and Alanson B. Skinner, and edited by Laura L. Anderson. A unique collection detailing the customs, traditions, and folklore of the Sisseton-Wahpeton Dakota at the turn of the twentieth century, with descriptions of tribal organization, ceremonies that marked the individual's passage from birth to death, and material culture. These were collected in the early 1900s, but went unpublished until much later. paper, 214 pages F-541, $19.95
• A Traveller's History of Ireland by Peter Neville. Full and accurate portrait from prehistory to the present, with info on the Anglo-Irish relationship, the potato famine, the two separate traditions for Catholics and protestants, etc. paper, illustrations, maps B-071, $14.95
• A Traveller's History of Poland by John Radzilowski. Excellent background history, with full chronology, a list of monarchs and rulers, a gazetteer, and historical maps. 2007, paper, illustrations, maps D-165, $14.95
• A Traveller's History of Germany by Robert Cole. Complete and authoratative history, with practical info for visitors, a historical gazetteer, and illustrated with maps plus a chronology of events. paper, illustrations, maps D-166, $14.95

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