This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: chrischapman00 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newyork.counties.cattaraugus/10811.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I live in Cattaraugus County and I can look up a few things for you. Seems like I came across the Ruper name before. There are Lutheran churches in the area. Some of the records still exist. I took a look at your tree and will see what I can do. 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.