This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: roz1841 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.britisles.england.dor.general/6276.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: If you go to opcdorset.org and click on search. Enter Talbot Deane and see what comes up - you may find a connection. I note that these names crop up a lot in the West Dorset areas. Please also note Dorset has changed its borders frequently over the decades and you should consider adjoining Counties. Looks like a possible Quaker connection ? That really is a pain. Talbot a name quite famous in Dorset, namely through the Talbot Village Trust and the two sisters who founded it. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.