Rick, I'm a Barrett descendant, and researcher on the Barrett's of Mercer Co. Mo. However, I'm unfamiliar with William A. Barrett. Do you know who his father was, that might give me a clue? There was other Barritt's in the same area who were from the same line, only spelled their name ITT. Hope we can help each other. Mary Yakima, Wa. marylkinney@webtv.net