This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: eddiebob Surnames: SMITH, WILSON, HALL, MAHAN Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.hall/14331.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Good points, I'll investigate your leads Thanks Women tended not to be able to receive property in their own name in the 1800's, especially under the age of 21 and single. The four Court filings pretty much explain who Rutha is. I suspect the 1860 census to be wrong, based on name, age, and state of origin. The 1870 census to be right, based on Malona's and Elijah's info is very correct. Ed 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.