I am seeking information on the derivation and/or historical significance of the name "Delaplane Manor." Delaplane Manor is a small town, borough, or subdivision (I have been unable to determine which) in Delaware near Newark. It is located almost exactly halfway between Newark and Stanton, about 3 mi east of and about 1 mi north of Newark. I am the editor of a 600-page book titled "The Delaplaines of America" by Marvin G. Delaplane (of Dayton, OH). I would like to include something on the significance (or lack thereof) of Delaplane Manor to the Delaplanes who once lived in Delaware. A request for such information sent to the Delaware Historical Society went unanswered. Perhaps someone on this mailing list knows something about this place? G. David Thayer Rapidsoft Press Salem, OR USA gdthayer@proaxis.com