This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Stella_Stanger Surnames: LaCROSS,GAUTHIER Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.canada.cangenweb/427.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi Tina, Start with now - and work back. Document everything to ensure you are following the correct family line. Do you know when?Where Charles & Philomene [Gauthier] LaCROSS - passed away. Depending on the reqirements at the time - and the knowledge of the informant - the Death Registrations [Long Form Death Certificate ] may actually show - where in Canada - they came from etc - perhaps even name their parents. Birth Registrations for their children - may show the actual place of birth of Charles & Philomene Have you searched Letter of Intent - Citizenship: Available from the State archive where application was made - or the National Archive - will show personal information - place of birth. U.S. Census - will probably only show - Canada as place of birth - but might be worth searching - to find when they entered the U.S.A. Military Records, Land Records - etc Family Photo's. Old letters etc ?? Perhaps also post to a message board - for the State/States - where the family had settled There may be persons who are family connected or know of the family history. Local History Books for the area where the family lived - may mention the family - perhaps they may have submitted family history etc. Cheers, & Good Luck, Stella 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.