In the 1880 Federal Census for Bedford, Lawrence County; almost all of the SCOGGANS family have their names misspelled as Scroggins. Most of the readers will probably already be aware of this error. Appearing in this census under the heading of "County Asylum", and identified as the "Superintendent", is JOHN "SCROGGINS" and his family ( 2 daughters listed as assistants). Also, there follows a list of "INMATES". I would like to confirm that this is John D. Scoggan, b. Dec 10, 1831, d. Mar 23, 1899 Can anyone provide more info on this: mainly Johns qualifications and tenure for the position, when and how was he appointed/elected. I am guessing that this County Asylum was what was refered to as the "old folks home" ?? Any help would be appreciated. hawndj35@hawaii.rr.com