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/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I found the Gemeckers in 1850 with a couple of kids that clearly aren't their own. And, they look to have been German immigrants. I wonder if these folks made a living out of taking care of kids while parents were away? Do you recall off hand wehther the court record for Caleb's deal might have suggested such a thing? 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.