This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: karalenah Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newyork.counties.niagara/3457.4.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: That sounds possible; it might have ended up, however briefly, as a generic term for certain kinds of metalwork. I looked at your tree, and its certainly possible that's the same Nellie Patton; do you have any more information about her? 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.