This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: chastwn Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.illinois.unknown/12820.1.1.1.1.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi Cater, I live in east central Illinois. I couldn't find them in 1870 either, so you are probably right that they were traveling. The daughter Rufus is living with in 1900 states she was born in Indiana Territory, so more than likely they were in what is now Oklahoma when she was born. I was glad to be of help. Good luck on your research! Linda 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.