This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: scyoung8 Surnames: Carson Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.britisles.ireland.may.general/8483/mb.ashx Message Board Post: While I was in Co Mayo researching my family it was twice suggested by 2 different people that my ancestors (CARSON) where brought from Northern Ireland by the Earl of Arran to start a flax weaving industry. Does anyone know anymore about this or whether there are any Earl of Arran records anywhere Help much appreciated Sue 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.