Carl: Did not expect to find anything in SC on Stephen but was hoping to get a lead on his father. You know, like a Will that says something like: "To my son Stephen" (sure - in my dreams!). Do you know anything about a William Coe who petitioned for land as follows: 6 Nov. 1753: Read the petition of Wm Coe of Saludy who has resided in the province and has a wife for whom and himself has not yet been assigned land. Prays for 100 acres north side of Saludie. Petition dated 6 Nov. 1753. Approved Thanks for the rundown on the SC Coes. It will be most helpful as we continue our search for poor (literally) Stephen's ancestors. I do hope I can make it back to the library soon. Unimportant things keep distracting me -- like cooking, cleaning, yardwork and other lines I'm researching. I know everyone on the List appreciates you help. Right guys? Vonda Dihm