I don't think there is a connection to my ADAMSON's, but have been following the Adamson/Poe communications; I have found a Simon Adamson in Marion County IL who is listed in the 1850, 1860, 1870, and 1880 census there with a Mary POE. In the 1880 census it shows that Mary is a sister of Simon, and is widowed. Their parents were born in PA and VA. If anyone thinks this may be useful, let me know and I will send the census information that I have. Sue