Hello listers, Just wanted to post my research interests again in hopes of connecting with anyone actively researching Pat(t)erson(e) of the Stewartry but specifically the farming Paterson's living around, Langholm, Johnstone Bridge, and Annandale to Closeburn areas in and before 1600 to 1900 timeframes please.. Robert Paterson B: 1653, Archibald B:1686 William B: 1712 James B 1739 Thomas B: 1753 Edward B 1770 William B 1807 These men connect to the Little, Bell, Kirk, McClure, Smith, Proudfoot, Palmer and Jardine Border Reiving families in the area. Happy Hunting All Jim Patterson-Brewin