This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Van Mott Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/HY.2ADE/1652.1.1 Message Board Post: Thanks for checking this source. I do have a certified copy of the marriage license you are referring to, although the bride's name is Emma, not sure what source lists her name as Carrie. Her birth name was Jones, however, and I'm trying to track the Van Mott name, which I believe was her step-father. The marriage license lists a Walter Van Mott as a witness to the marriage, and that consent was given by "parents and step-father." I am not sure that Walter was her step-father, and have not been able to locate any information for him. Unfortunately, the marriage license does not give the names of her parents. Any other thoughts or contributions on this topic would be much appreciated!