This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: ColinDouglas931 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.kemp/1184.2.2.1.1.1.2.2.2.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: David, during my research and confirmed by my cousin`s research, between us we have come across two cases of the first spouse dying and the husband re-marrying. The widower is left with a family and there wasn`t any dole money in those days, so he had to find another mother for his children which would enable him to continue to work to feed his children. Colin. 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.