In a message dated 3/24/99 4:05:19 PM Pacific Standard Time, [email protected] writes: << Here is all I have on my so far fruitless search for John Connor/er/s: 1852 Oct 30: a John Connor from Ireland applied for naturalization in Essex County, NJ 1860 Census - City of Orange. John Conner, age 33 is a hatter. Married. 2 children (1 of the children is my grandmother) 1863 March 18. He died in a fall from a railroad car. His death certificate shows he was born in Ireland. I have most important dates for his daughter and the only clue is that her parents were born in Ireland. Does anyone have a suggestion as to a hammer that I can use on this brick wall? Any hint would be appreciated. Rita in Naples, FL >> Rita, did you get the copy of the Naturalization ? Most times it give that information. It should also give the name of ship and the date he arrived into the US. Worked for me !! Twice. I'm still attempting to locate the 3 &4 for 2 other families. Good Luck, Ley