Horst,     Thanks very much for sharing the article about Pastor Wilhelm Staerkel. It should be of interest to Volga German researchers in the US and Canada, especially those with roots in Norka. Although I am involved with other villages and families, I appreciate your sharing this informative, historical article.     David F. Schmidt Village Coordinator for Boaro, Caesarsfeld & Stahl am Karaman Email: schmidtdavidf@yahoo.com