This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: ker17moh Surnames: ralston Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.britisles.ireland.tyr.general/6537/mb.ashx Message Board Post: My GGG GF was John Ralston (b. 1805-14). He had a sister Nancy (b. 1810) and a brother William (b. 1818). ALl 3 were born in Washington County, Pennsylvania. How many children in total is unknown. Their parents were both from Northern Ireland, being Scot-Irish. It is unknown if they were married before or after coming to America. On a shiplist for the Strafford in 1803 there is a Robert Ralston who is 19. Then, in 1810 there is a Robert Ralston in Washington Co, PA, and again in 1820 but disappears after that. I believe he moved to Monroe Co, OH. However, this is simple speculation. The information I am seeking is the actual age of the Robert Ralston who immigrated to America in 1803. Based on the years that the first generation American Ralstons were, their father must have been born about 1780-1785. This Robert fits that profile. Any information or guidance is appreciated more than you could know. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.