Sandra, some of those families may have family associations, such as the Curtis family. I know they were very helpful to me in the past. You might find that they have something to offer you in the way of help in your research. No doubt others can tell you about some other societies or associations for some of the rest of the names. Carol **************Play online games for FREE at Games.com! All of your favorites, no registration required and great graphics – check it out! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100000075x1211202682x1200689022/aol?redir= http://www.games.com?ncid=emlcntusgame00000001)