In a message dated 4/4/01 7:03:41 AM Central Daylight Time, MOFRANKL-D-request@rootsweb.com writes: << But if you are really dedicated, go yourself. You won't be disappinted. I'm not even a Woodcock descendant, I'm aa McGee aand I know that the answers that you seek are not on the inteernet. Do yourself a treat and visit Franklin County and your rich history. It is vast. M. M. B. >>I must add to this good advice. In Union, Franklin Co, MO. you will find an annex building to the courthouse. This building houses actual wills and some probate records that you can see the originals. I had a good experience there, but be aware that the research area at the courthouse is small, crowded and well used. Mary