This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: LauraKeseyFarrell Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.adams/14653.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Didn't know there were obituaries back to 1778, but I will give it a try. Do I check the newspapers of the time? Yes, some of my Adams ancestors came to Oregon before CA, Thanks! Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.