Many of our Italian ancestors were not stationary. Some traveled from town to town on a daily basis plying their chosen trade. Yet others moved with the seasons, often spending summers in the countryside within the jurisdiction of another town.
When consulting the 19th century citizenship records, one must keep in mind that seasonal migrations were often not recorded in town records since they weren’t considered permanent moves. See David I. Kertzer and Dennis P. Hogan, “On the Move: Migration in an Italian Community, 1865-1921,” Social Science History, (Issue 9, 1985), pp. 5-6.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
New Foundation for Italian Heritage in NJ
If you live in or near southern NJ, there is a new foundation to promote Italian heritage called the Italian Cultural Foundation of South Jersey, Inc. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in Italian heritage.
Plans are to hold educational lectures, offer dance and language lessons, host musicians, and offer slideshows.
For more information email Vincent Marolda at vincentmarolda@sprynet.com.
Plans are to hold educational lectures, offer dance and language lessons, host musicians, and offer slideshows.
For more information email Vincent Marolda at vincentmarolda@sprynet.com.
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