For those interested in the surname NEVIUS, there are dozens of references in the Hunterdon Gazette, one for Cornelius. Also for those who lived in Flemington in years gone by, there was a clothing store which I believe was called 'Nevius Brothers' on Main Street next to the Union Hotel and opposite the junction of Court Street with Main. The same Nevius family also had a store in Trenton at this time. It was common practice to use a surname [generally from the female line] as a first name for males. Thus if you check the Gazette Index, you will find this practice quite prevelant during the period covered [1825-1856 so far]! I also noted that the surname of "respectable" or otherwise "esteemed" people [perhaps neighbors, friends or employers] not necessarily related was sometimes used as a first and sometimes second name for males. Be diligent in your research and turn every stone and look at all the possibilities. The study of our ancestry is very interesting and will give you a better understanding of how our ancestors lived and interacted which each other. Happy hunting you'all! From sunny and warm Florida - Regards, Mr. Bill PS: Don't forget to check out the Hunterdon County Web Site, it is a beauty and our thanks to Al Sinclair for his contributions to our research.