This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: maryogarvey Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.blessington/24.2.1.2.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: He was from Avra in Longford. THere were 21 children. Something was "under the table" but there was a ticket. I will call his daughter again..I think with 21 brothers and sistes, and I think all emigrated, there should be lots of relatives...I am thinking she said COnnecticut or Rhode Island. 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.