This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: bnorman155 Surnames: NORMAN, BROWN Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.britisles.england.som.general/12882/mb.ashx Message Board Post: >From an undated newspaper article in the possesion of a Norman cousin, scan in my possesion. We assume that it was in the South Pittsburg Tennesse Hustler, 1940-1944, which would make the writer in his 70's: WILLIAM J NORMAN WRITES FROM "MUCH BLITZED BRISTOL, ENG" ABOUT RELATIVES This newspaper is in receipt of a letter from William J. Norman, of Bristol, England, in which he seeks to contact "descendants of John Norman," an uncle whom he says "emigrated from England to South Pittsburg [Tennessee] about 50 years ago." Norman, who says he is an old man now, and who claims to be a nephew of John Norman, says he used to correspond with his cousin, Miss Josephine Norman. He is the son of William Henry Norman, a brother of William J Norman. Anyone knowing these people, or having information that will be of worth to our inquiring neighbor across the way, will kindly transmit same to this newspaper so that it may continue a service it has long enjoyed. The letter follows: -------------- 4 Clayton St., Easton, Bristol S, England To the Editor, Dear Sir: Doubtless you are asked some strange questions, and here is one from much blitzed Bristol, England. I am seeking the descendants of John Norman, my uncle, who emigrated to Pittsburg about 50 years ago. I used to correspond with his daughter, Josephine, however, I am an old man now, and should be so grateful if through your paper, you would trace some of my cousins. I think John Norman was born in Tiverton, Devon, but I am the son of William Henry Norman, his brother. I was born at Loders Bridport, Dorset. I have now settled in Bristol for the last 30 years. Trusting that you will give me your help. Thanking you in anticipation, I remain Yours faithfully, WILLIAM J. NORMAN ---- Would love to make contact with any descendants. William's known family: wife Mary Ann Brown, children Muriel Ida b.1892, Hilda Louisa b.1893, Hetty Mona b.1895, Vera Mary-Ann b.1897, William Harry Claude b.1899, Gladys Louise b.1899. Thank you, Bev USA 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.