This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Sallie_Cannon Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.burch/110.577.2.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Martha Jane Burch, married 1st. John Butler. Another descendant of Martha Jane Burch and her 2nd husband, Edward C. Gardiner, explained that John Butler's father was a distinguished military man, and insisted on raising the child of Martha Jane and John Butler. As I'm sure you already know, Martha Jane Burch Gardiner, had about 22 children. 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.