This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: soupy_twist Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.britisles.england.yks.general/14772.1.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: It's difficult to read the handwriting, but there is a section which says something like "...to be taught, learned and instructed in the art and mystery of building..." wonderful use of words there! carpentry is also mentioned somewhere. 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.