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/7910.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Unfortunately, the filmed Achill parish records date back only to 1868. You could try writing the parish priest, but it would be a long shot. The Griffith's index shows plenty of Ruddys on Achill Island, Knoxes in Mayo but not on the island. Perhaps they met and married elsewhere in Mayo. 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.