Kevin, Great synopsis. And, I want to hear about the card game sometime, too. I believe we traded messages a few months ago regarding possible Perkins connections, but didn't find a common denominator. You indicate that you are researching Lowe among others. I have a Katherine Kilbourn Stark marrying a Mr. Lowe, but no other real details. Mrs. Lowe died in California along with the rest of her family. I would guess that the marriage occurred sometime between 1918 and 1930, based upon her age. Does this coincide with your Lowe family? Tim Stark Naples, FL