Fellow Researchers I've only just joined the list and wanted to introduce myself. My research interests are based on the Cowden family who resided in Kirkmaiden from the mid-1700's, starting with William Coudan who married Janet McGuffog in August 1775. We have some very sketchy information prior to this William but nothing definite. The next generation of Cowdens married into the McClurgs, MacGills, Warwick, Kelly and McPhail before leaving Scotland for Manchester. I understand that Peter Cowden (b 1838-1928) wrote two books: one under the non de plume of Jacob McCullough and contributed regularly to the free press, he also wrote about the history of the Cowden family, claiming lineage from Edinburgh. Do anyone have any further information pertaining to these publications or access to any printed materials written by Peter. I'd be grateful to hear from anyone with any information. I believe the name of one of the books Peter wrote was "Free and United Free Church Life". Looking forward to hearing from anyone... Joanne Sydney, Australia.