This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: OldTreasures3 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.adams/9523.1.3.1.1.1.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: There was a connection to the Christian Church and several of these folks were among the faithful, perhaps even starting the first Christian Church in Oregon. I think John, Sr. and John, Jr. had the middle initials 'F' and 'L', but I don't know which initial went with which person. Also, the elder John fought in the War of 1812. 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.