Hi all I am looking for information about a woman who was a Tennison/Tennyson from Newton County, AR. According to my aunt who met this woman in the early 40's she was either a sister of my grandmother or a very close relative. My grandmother was Angieline Tennison Phillips, daughter of Allen T. and Nancy [Riggs] Tennison and wife of Roscoe Phillips. She lived near or in Merced, California during the early 40's. She had red hair and was "sort of heavy set". This woman was an extraordinary poet. She could put her poetry to music and play it on the guitar. From what I understand this woman was sort of a "blacksheep" of the Tennison family back in those days. According to my aunt she was a remarkably impressive and striking woman. I have also heard over the years that the Tennisons of Newton County are somehow connected to the famous English poet - Alfred, Lord Tennison [1809-1892]. Does anyone know if this is true or even plausible? Any information would be appreciated. Thank you. Charlene Holland char@presys.com