Sheila, I have a copy of the family history that was written by Andrew T. Walden. Most of what he wrote was correct except the portions about the earlier history was incorrect. We have since found deeds and other records that prove William did not come from England in 1740 but that the family was here much much earlier. I descend from Campbell Wallin and Martha Cruse. What I need from you is any information about a Louis R. Powell that supposedly Andrew's father rented land from for a while until his was cleared. This info is not for me but for a Pat Springer who is also a member of our list. I have been trying to help her and just happen to reading the article that Andrew wrote and read that information in there. I need to get ready for work now but would love to exchange information with you! Kathleen, our list Mom is also from our Walling/Wallen/Wallin/Walden line. Linda Sue