Hello: I'm new to this list, as have just learned I have ancestors who lived in Gadsden Co. Would love to share info. with anyone interested in the following family: Robert B. HOUGHTON, born ca. 1809 in Greene Co., Georgia, attended law school at the University of Georgia, became an attorney, moved to Florida, and appears in Gadsden County before 1845. In 1845 he was elected state senator for Gadsden County. Appears in 1850 Census as follows: Houghton, Robert B. 21 (I believe transcription error, should be 41) Attorney born GA Sarah 25 born GA William 4 born FL Lucy 2 born FL Robert was son of William Houghton (born 1790 in Chowan Co. NC and died 1814 in Greene County, GA) and Elizabeth Crutchfield Houghton (who died in 1828 in Greene Co. GA) Robert's sister LOUISA CRUTCHFIELD HOUGHTON (born Greene Co. ca. 1813) also came to Gadsden County, and eventually married (in 1834) John David EDWARDS of Leon (and Jefferson?) county. John EDWARDS was also a state senator. I am not sure how long any of these people remained in the Leon/Gadsden County area, but apparently were prominent members of the community while they were there. If anyone has any information on this family, I'd appreciate any help. I have more info as well that I will be happy to share. Thanks, D. Callaway