OUR BOOTH FAMILY HISTORY
I began my research years ago, at times family and job responsibilities took
priority and my fascinating hobby made its way into a cardboard file box. Today,
however, time permits indulgence in genealogy as much as I choose. The cardboard
box has given way to open files and of course, piles of papers on my desk.
Genealogy is exciting, challenging, fascinating and frustrating! Often when 
we have the time, many 'ancestors' are no longer alive to be asked the 'what, 
when, where, why and who' questions. The puzzle seems to have so many pieces 
and finding 'one' piece, sometimes, seems to be an almost insurmountable task. 
But little by little, the puzzle takes shape and the lives of our ancestors 
are finally beginning to come together.
Our family history isn't one of great adventures or phenomenal accomplishments. 
This is the genealogy of courageous families who came to a new land to make a
new life. It is the genealogy of hard-working families who worked the farms,
mined the coal and worked in the mills. Everyday life was hard. Survival was
often a struggle. Yet they pursued the dreams they had and they are the grass
roots of our families.
Is my genealogy finished? Heavens no! As I attain one set of goals, a new set 
is developed. Will my genealogy ever be finished? Probably not! Most 
importantly, I want our children & children's children to know and be proud of
their heritage and I want to share the greatness of our ancestors with you 
If you find information from my genealogy that helps in your research, that's 
great! If you have information I'm lacking, let's share! In the meantime read
and enjoy the family history and the family stories that make the people come to
life!
Our history is each generations attempt to rediscover that part of the past
which gives the present new meaning & new possibilities.
DISCLAIMER
You will find many points in my files that need further study. I do not claim to
be the final authority on my files and all information is subject to further
research. It is hoped that the information provided, in these files, will
encourage more research. If this is done then I have accomplished my goal.