This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: apsaroke Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.iowa.counties.fremont/1713.1.3.1.1.2.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Yes, it does seem odd, but there are others from Germany in that area as well. I suspect they heard there was land to be had and decided to go for it. I'd expect they came with others that might have been in the area and probably took people in to make a bit of money on the side. 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.