This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/TJB.2ACI/1644.2 Message Board Post: Wondering if you have looked at the info on (free) LDS FamilySearch site? 1880 census shows your Adam and then another Adam, b. 1816 also in Stearns County that could be his father. Also Maria living with elder Adam, listed as mother, whom then could be your Adams's grandmother. See what you think. Also has some other Stenger/Stanger names and variations that may be your line. Toy around with it. You may find something helpful. Good luck.