Hello, Researching a family who may have lost their husband and father before 1850. Found on 1850 census in Talladega, Alabama: William Keating - age 51 - born Ireland - Stonemason Frances Keating - age 48 - born Ireland Margaret Adams - age 21 - born Tennessee Sarah Adams - age 18 - born Tennessee John Adams - age 16 - born Tennessee Catherine Adams - age 12 - born Tennessee James Hendricks - blacksmith - born PA I found the marriage of Frances and William, in Talledega, AL, either 1837 or 1838. Her name at that time was Frances McLaughlin, possibly McLoughlin, Adams. Any information would be appreciated. Shirley