The Stewart family of Stewart's Court and Ballylawn, Co. Donegal, settled in that county in the early 17th century. Letters of designation were granted to John Stewart in 1629, together with the proportion of Ballyveagh which was erected for him into the manor of Stewart's Court. The history of the family for the remainder of the century is obscure, but they do not appear to have obtained any additional lands outside Donegal. Hope these help Janice Friel **************Wondering what's for Dinner Tonight? Get new twists on family favorites at AOL Food. (http://food.aol.com/dinner-tonight?NCID=aolfod00030000000001)