All, C. SMOCK of Randolph Co., IL Terr. USC 1810 For some time I have been looking for the first name of C. SMOCK. Because his son, Hiram, was born in 1800 in KY according to the 1850 IL census, it was thought that C. SMOCK would be in the 1800 KY Census. The only C. SMOCK found in KY was a Cornelius SMOCK of Bullitt Co. There are earlier records of a Cornelius, the son of Barney SMOCK of Mercer Co., KY. This coincidence though consistent does not constitute proof that C. SMOCK = Cornelius SMOCK An analysis of C. SMOCK's descendants shows that he had grandsons, Charles and Cornelius. Either could be named after their grandfather. Charles is not a traditional family name in the SMOCK family while Cornelius is. I am particularly interested to know if Randolph Co., IL has any early records (1800-1820) which would name SMOCK as a resident of the area (tax, property, militia, etc.) Anyone with interest in this SMOCK family is encouraged to suggest additional research sources. Best regards, Hugh >>