This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: wncsteph Surnames: Gibson, Welch Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.gibson/5758.3.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Joanne, The only thing I know about Rhoda is that she appears with her son George Washington Gibson in the household of William Welch in 1850 in Haywood County. The last I know of her she is 75 years old living in her son's household in 1880 in Swain County. I would love to know more about her but that's it. About the Cherokee application, I have no idea about that. If you can share any information about it, please email me at wncsteph@aol.com. My husband's ancestor was William Welch, who ran a store in Waynesville in the 1850's. Not only was G.W. Gibson a member of Welch's household, he was also a frequent shopper in the store, according to store ledgers. We have wondered what the relationship was between the two families, as it appears that Gibson named some of his sons after members of the Welch family. I hope to hear from you soon regarding this family. Stephanie 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.