Does anyone have any information about METHODISM IN ORGANE CO during the early and mid 1700s? My ancestors the Howells, were possibly there/they were strong Methodists. We have not been able to get a positive link but we believe that Mathew Howell and Kezia (one spelling) to be our ancestors. They were from that area. Any info would be appreciated. Also some of you folks might be interested in this: Headley, History of Orange County page 866 - Hon. Nathaniel Howell family described - son of Matthew Howell and Julia Brewster Howell. It contains the New York Colonial Muster List, troops enlisted in the parent Albany Co., NY. complete with a physical description of the enlistees. http://www.rootsweb.com/~nysarato/mustind.htm#Index I found A Mathew Howell there maybe you can find one of your ancestors. Last Name Howel First Name Mathew Enlist Date 27Mar1762 Age 55 Born England Trade labourer Company - Officer Capt. DeGaremo Stature/ft-in 5-4 Complexion dark Eyes gray Hair gray Volume/Page II/701