This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: gem90 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newyork.counties.kings/4373.5/mb.ashx Message Board Post: My grandparents also lived in Gravesend in a house they rented on Homestead Avenue. I remember my aunt telling me there were lots of horses and racetracks near where they lived. 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.