Genealogy

An index to its time (Montrose Daily Press)

16 May 2008

A century ago, if a person was listed as a "fatality," it didn't necessarily mean he or she was dead. This unusual bit of trivia is one of many intriguing discoveries uncovered by members of the Newspaper Death Index Committee.

A beautiful space for eternity (Worcester Telegram & Gazette)

16 May 2008

WORCESTER - This landscaped expanse of heirloom trees and perennial flowers, weathered stone monuments and grand ironwork, the final resting home for a broad swath of city society, is a beautiful place.

Religion briefs (The Columbus Dispatch)

16 May 2008

Vatican orders parish records kept from Mormons The Vatican has ordered Roman Catholic dioceses worldwide to withhold member registries from Mormons who perform posthumous baptisms.