This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Perry_Streeter Surnames: Beard Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.unknown/2720.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: By what source(s) have you been able to establish that his full name was Andrew Isaiah Beard (versus simply Ai Beard)? "Ai" is a rare but legitimate name. By what source(s) have you been able to establish his place and date of birth? I am developing a speculative theory on his origins. 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.