Could it be possible that the given name of BEAMAN was actually a surname of ancestors? BEAMAN is a surname from Johnston County, NC. (My STRICKLAND line married into the Beamans.) In a message dated 11/11/2006 7:20:40 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [email protected] writes: [email protected] writes: What date, years? Was John a brother to Neil Beard? I have no info on this couple other than their names. I am researching some WEST families and hope to connect Beaman to one of them. Due to the unusual given name of Beaman I am hoping someone will recognize him Fran Ms. Nancy J. Capps [email protected] <<<0>>>