I am seeking the parents of Garret Arnold (1808-1852) and Mary Arnold who appear in the 1840 census for Franklin, and who went on a buying spree at about that time: 3rd March, 1840, "Garret Arnold of Franklin" bought land from Elijah B. and Electa Georgia for $80 21 December, 1841, "Garret Arnold and Mary ...of Davenport" bought land from Amasa Parker for $1 (why so cheap? a favour?) 28 November, 1843, "Garret Arnold of Davenport" and Mary bought land from "Ezra Smith of Harpersfield" for $500. Was Garret related to the Horace Arnold and/or the Francis Arnold in Davenport at the same time? Did he come from somewhere else? Why, after buying all that land did he sell up almost immediately and go to Illinois? Any hints or help much appreciated. Thank you. Anna --------------------------------- Get your own web address. Have a HUGE year through Yahoo! Small Business.