This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: DeniseBell147 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.apps/98.3.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Thanks for that alternative information, I hadn't come across a Josiah Epps born 1721 and a quick search just then still didn't show anything - frustrating, though I did find Josiah Epps and Ann Dowerick, only child I could find there was a Mary. I have found Blacksmiths among Josiah's descendants (via his daughter Johanna's arm of the tree) along with the mariners, fishermen and farm labourers. it's not easy is it? 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.