I know that many of the families of Drew County came here from North Carolina. One of my questions is: How did they get across the Mississippi River or Where? I am looking for migration routes for my BURTON family. All I know about them is that Robert Burton was born in NC in 1808, according to the census. His first 5 children were born in TN; the second group of 3 were born in MS; and the last set were born in AR. Perhaps I can use a common route to trace him to a county where I might find some information. So, how or where did he and his family cross the MS Rr. to get into Arkansas? Was there a common crossing in 1849/50 when he came? Anyone know; I would love suggestions. Kathryne --------------------------------- Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Small Business - Try our new Resources site!

As others said, Gaines Landing, Lake Providence. Also Memphis, Vicksburg. > I know that many of the families of Drew County came here from North Carolina. One of my questions is: How did they get across the Mississippi River or Where? >