Learn to do family history! The Siuslaw Public Library is offering a three-part series of classes on basic genealogy. Classes are scheduled for January 9^th,, 23^rd and February 6^th. All classes are held in the library’s Bromley Room from 10 a.m. to noon. Classes are free and no registration is required. Questions can be answered at the library’s Reference Desk or by calling (541) 997-3132.

Ghost Army

SGS member Merilee shares an article from Findagrave.com that reveals the “Ghost Army of WWII”. The 23^rd Headquarters Special Troops are said to have possibly “saved hundreds, if not thousands, of lives” by carrying out assignments of deception to fool German forces. Read the full article HERE.