This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: MargAldridge Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.canada.ontario.simcoe/483.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I rarely see the location "Banda" in any queries, as the small hamlet no longer exists, but my family is also from that tiny place. I knew Gowan's growing up, in particular the "Gowan's Home" in Collingwood where children lived while their parents were missionaries and located overseas. 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.