This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/GMB.2ACE/641.1.1.1 Message Board Post: Bob, I checked Platte, Clay and Buchanan resources that I have on your Wood family with no luck. There were actually a few William Wood references but none that matched up with your dates and such. I would suggest getting a copy of one of their childrens social security number application. If any of them lived into the 1940's, they should have a SS#. It will include both parents names including mothers (Jane) maiden name. They are available from the Social Security Admin. It takes awhile to get and I think the new fee is $27 but well worth the info. Best of luck. Chuck