This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Martin Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.canada.alberta.general/4375/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Martins lived in Ayrshire from early 1700s - at least five David Martins between 1880 and 1950 - one was my Dad. MAin areas Crosshouse, Stevenston, Saltcoats - lots of info on family site www.freewebs.com/martinayrshire