Hi, My name is Maria Totten Matthews. I'm new to this list and researching my family history as well. Think I'll just lurk for a while, I'm sure there is a wealth of info to be gained just by reading the posts. I'm (slowly) researching the family of Rufus Silas Totten and Violet Ann Cheap. Any pointers for getting started would be appreciated since there is no one in the family that can give any background. Thanks! Maria