This was another repeated message, Frank. We clarified, and you provided even more details, that this specific male DNA is not possible through the lady who posted or her brother. Bob, aka Rdpiet & BBookken, besides filling in "tree holes," DNA is a useful way to connect Irish names which are often problematic because the given and surnames may both be common. SEE: http://peterspioneers.tripod.com/biggins.htm The only handicap with a DNA surname project, is that you need participants. For anyone who choses to do DNA testing, please submit results to FamilyTreeDNA at http://www.familytreedna.com/Default.aspx?c=1 Any males with the surname BURKE, in Manhattan circa 1880-1940, or their male descendants on Long Island and in Metro NY, please consider participating in this surname study. Two inside cheek scrapings submitted to this program, is all that is needed. Anyone on Brooklyn, recall Kathleen BURKE who posted from an ATT email address? I have no financial affiliations with DNA programs. Barb N of NYC ************** A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1221823300x1201398714/aol?redir=http://www.freecreditreport.com/pm/default.aspx?sc=668072&hmpgID=62& bcd=JulystepsfooterNO62)