This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: chatterchit Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.illinois.counties.adams/7791.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: According to the 1860 US Census, this is the only adult woman named Holiday: Name: Catharine Holiday Age in 1860: 41 Birth Year: abt 1819 Birthplace: Kentucky Home in 1860: Chillicothe, Peoria, Illinois Gender: Female Post Office: Rome This does not prove that this is the woman you're seeking, however. Consider it a clue until you have backup documentation. 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.