Hi all, And I'd like info on Hall County in early 1800's. Can anyone tell me what's available? Was Hall a "burned county"? Looking for census, wills, land, probate, guardianship records, etc. Specifically looking for anything on Elijah Cowan (1775-ca1812) who married Prudence Stovall (daughter of Benjamin Stovall). They had at least 3 sons but Elijah died while they were minors and the boys went to Stovall guardians. I have found a bit of info on 2 sons, Edward and William Cowan (of Hall Co), but Stephen (b.1800) seems to disappear after his marriage to a Sarah Russell in 1831. Mystery: My ancestor is another Elijah Cowan born, like Stephen, in 1800. He, again like Stephen, marries a Sarah ca 1831. This Sarah's last name is unknown and so are the origins of both my Elijah and my Sarah. Could my Elijah be Stephen? Could he have taken his father's name after the elder Elijah's death? A wild theory, I know, but until I can find Stephen after 1831 or my Elijah before 1831, I need to pursue the possibility! Any help appreciated! Happy New Year all, Cyndi in Baltimore