Here he is in Montgomery in 1870: Census Index: U.S. Selected States/Counties, 1870 Ryan, William State : AL County : Montgomery Co. Location : 6 W. Montgomery Year : 1870 Page # : 548 Why don't you look for his immigration papers? That would tell you his birthday, occupation, etc. It would also show who traveled with him. Also, check the records in Mobile with the Catholic diocese. Any children of his would probably have been christened. Godparents listed on those records might also give you clues to his friends and family. Check to see who is buried in Catholic Cemetery in Mobile and Magnolia Cemetery in Mobile. He might have kin buried there. Good luck! Kathryn