Wanda, First, let me say that I am a new COSBY researcher; just meeting new cousins and gaining information from them. Most of my research is recent, from around 1850 and forward in Washington County, AR. One researcher, here in Lubbock, TX but not online, told me that she shows William COSBY as the father of James COSBY, SR (or the elder) that is listed on Ken SIMS website, but I haven't had the opportunity to meet with her or see her sources. Keep up the great work! All of your posted facts will help lead me in the right direction, also. We'll put them all together one day! <grin> Kaye Larrabee Lubbock, TX