Hello all I certainly have enjoyed the many comments, both yesterday and today, to my particular research situation involving the above subject. After a day yesterday of only a few responses, I awaken this morning to 12 additional. I'm not sure the waters have been muddied or any of these responses are off tract. In my opinion, be it what it may, some of these hypotheticals should only lead eventually to the facts/truth, and I think, all have to be considered. The facts will come, but only after some initial discussion. It appears that John MacLeod's response should rank high on our lists as a good explanation. I really do appreciate "all" your responses. I didn't expect as many replies. You are certainly a most energetic and educated group. Richard Hardwick (Researching direct lines in Nova Scotia and New England - HARDWICK, ARMSTRONG, BARTEAUX, SPURR, HENDERSON, BLACKMAR, MARSH) RiHardwick@comcast.net