This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: DianeCulhane Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.britisles.ireland.may.general/7948.2.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: According to the irishtimes.com site, Balla parish records have been filmed back to 1837 (LDS film 1279209, items 2-3), probably too late for Ellen's baptism or her parents' marriage, but it should have the baptisms of younger siblings, and perhaps some of the marriages, too. You could also write St. Cronan's Church in Balla to see if they have earlier records, and specifically mention Ellen's birth and her parents' marriage. Diane 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.