Sorry to be such a pest..it just dawned on me to list the Illinois 1850 census of my great grandpa and boarders and see if anyone out there recognizes any of these names? I believe they came from your area. Illinois 1850 census name age place born George W. Howell 52 NY Nancy Howell 43 Ill. Charles R. Howell 22 NY William G Howell 19 NY Jackson Howell 21 NY Sarah Howell 82 NY George Bellows(Billows?) 18 NY (Hirem?) Clarke 42 Upper Canada Angeline Clarke 14 NY I believe Bellows/Billows is a relative. Do you see that surname in your area? Any connection to Howell? I realize this is a bit lengthy...but I really need help. I've combed thru the internet...I really need the help of you.... Thankx so much, -Kristan