This message is for Dorothy S. Crook whom I have not been unable to contact directly. Regarding your note to the Collins list regarding Creed Collins of Wake Co, NC dated 8/2/98: My wife is a descendent of John Mason Kimmey and Beady Collins. Your note provided us with new information specifically about Creed, his wife Lydia, and all of Beady's siblings. I was curious if you had additional information about Beady's ancestors? I have sparse information about John Mason Kimmey's parents and grandparents. Not knowing what you have, I would like to offer the information I have about John's ancestors as well as John and Beady's descendents. Thanks so much for the help you have already provided. Please contact me directly so that I can get your e-address. Gary Shankle in Deer Park, Texas. garyshankle@compuserve.com