There is a wonderful article written about George N. Holmes. He was born in Stamford, Lincolnshire, England, January 11, 1863 and came to America in 1873. The article can be found at: http://skyways.lib.ks.us/genweb/archives/1918ks/bioh/holmesgn.html Another article is written about Samuel Holmes. He was born in Carroll County, Ohio, December 8, 1834. The article can be found at: http://skyways.lib.ks.us/genweb/archives/1918ks/bioh/holmess.html Hope this helps someone. Nancy