I rec'd the following and I am in holes someone on the list may be able to help...I do not have a connection to this dean that I know of. thnx Dixie Hi, Looking for Lyman Dean who came to Michigan from NY. between 1825 and 1872. Any hope you know this man...I'd like his wife's maiden name. Her given name is Esther. Thanks for listening, any info welcome, Laurine __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Talk to your friends online with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com