This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Yonamo1 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.lawson/6876/mb.ashx Message Board Post: In neither Randolph's or John's application do they state a name for thier father. Randolph mentions that his father served a three month tour. If there is documentation to the actual name of their father would appreciate the source. There is no proof of any kind that has been found by this researcher that Joshua Lawson is the father of Anna. It has been theory only. If proof has been found would appreciation knowing the source. As far as the migration patterns, that area is only about 100 miles in circumference. They did travel about a lot but remember they went by river or horse. example in Tennesse John in Morgan Co lived on Paint rock creek, Randolph in Campbell co lived on Paint rock creek, David in Scott co lived on Paint rock creek. They were about a mile or two apart. Many of the Lawson's that ended up in North Carolina were barely inside the state line. In my research I have found only one Randolph Lawson in that time frame until his son was born 1803 Randolph Lawson Jr. My research reflects 4 sons of Randolph's and I have their families. None appear to have married into the Hooker line. It has been documented that Barthlomew is not the father of Randolph. Randolph is my ggggrandfather. with most of his family documented. 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.