Genealogy.com is First to Post Linked 1900 U.S. Census Images Online

Easily Searchable Online Images of Hand-Written Census Documents Provide Detailed Records of Ancestors from a Primary Source

September 7, 2000 (FREMONT, CALIFORNIA) — Genealogy.com, LLC today announced the online, fully searchable 1900 U.S. Census, which includes information on every recorded person in the United States at the turn-of-the-century. This completely indexed information makes it easier than ever for people to quickly locate their ancestors on the Internet. Records in the 1900 U.S. Census can be purchased by individual state project for $59.99. No genealogical or separate viewing software is needed; users simply go to the Internet, type www.genealogy.com/ifa/ and follow search and purchase instructions.

"We specifically chose to provide the new 1900 U.S. Census image collection because it contains information on a crucial time in our country's history," said Rob Armstrong, Genealogy.com CEO. "Reflecting the country's immigration explosion at and just preceding the turn of the century, the 1900 U.S. Census is a treasure trove of information for many Americans of immigrant ancestry. By providing this graphic and cross-referenced material online, family historians will save time and eliminate the cost of visiting archives, libraries and cemeteries across the country. We are the most complete resource where enthusiasts can get everything they need for researching and preserving their family history."

Census records are one of the largest, most continuous, and most detailed bodies of records dealing with residents of the United States. For the first time, these genealogically rich 1900 U.S. Census records are available in an easy-to-search and find format. Novices can easily transition from word-of-mouth family histories, and bridge from the 20th century back to the 19th century. The researcher can utilize many incredibly comprehensive images that provide detailed information across generations.

Genealogy.com was the first company to post census images online and is currently the only genealogy Internet site offering linked census images and name indexes, which make it possible to use 21^st century search technology on hand-written 1900 microfilm images. In addition, the 1900 U.S. Census image content is especially crucial because the 1890 census was almost entirely destroyed by fire. By presenting birth information for most individuals – and their parents – these 1900 census images give family history enthusiasts vital data across multiple generations.

Users can view images of the actual hand-written 1900 U.S. Census microfilm images. These high-quality images of the original registers are fully searchable with links from electronic census indexes. The 1900 U.S. Census includes the names of all people living in a household, rather than just by the head of household. This level of detail gives users of this collection the best and most accurate opportunity to find ancestors from primary genealogical resources on the Internet. Using sophisticated search techniques to locate the actual hand-written records, users can find the following information on a 1900 U.S. Census image: name; state; county; township; street and house number (where appropriate); relationship to head-of-household; color; sex; month/year of birth and age at last birthday; marital status and number of years married; for married women, number of children born and number living; birthplace (state, territory, or country); father's and mother's birthplace; year of immigration and citizenship status for aliens or naturalized citizens; occupation of each person over the age of 10 and number of months not employed; information about school attendance and literacy; and home ownership or farm residence.

Availability and System Requirements

The first four states in the new 1900 U.S. Census (North Carolina, Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont) are available immediately online at www.genealogy.com/ifa/ for $59.99 per state project (35 will be available in all, making all U.S. states and territories accessible).

The 1900 U.S. Census can be viewed using any Internet-ready computer, running any operating system, that has Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher, or Netscape Navigator 4.0 or higher. As with all programs, a faster processor, more RAM and more free disk space will enhance performance.

About Genealogy.com, LLC

Genealogy.com, LLC was launched with $37.5 million in funding from major media corporations in November 1999. Genealogy.com, which previously operated under the corporate umbrella of Broderbund Software, is acknowledged as a decade-long leader in the genealogy technology space. The company is based in Fremont, California, and has approximately 90 employees. Information on Genealogy.com and its services and resources can be found at www.genealogy.com. All of its award-winning products and services are offered online and through direct sales; its software programs are also distributed at retail by the Broderbund Software unit of Mattel Interactive.

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