I do know there was a PoorHouse in Effingham County, Il. It wqas runby Mr. and Mrs. Erastus Norris at one time. I don't have any particular information about it, but assume the County Clerk's office in Effingham, Il. 62401, woud have records. Hope this is useful to your project. Gayle Tipsword Norris gltn8 To do research on my ancestors is to show respect and veneration for them and myself.