I can't help you on the Beam but Richland was a county that was formed out of Knox (along with Morrow). I know Morrow split off in 1838 but not sure when Richland County was formed, so depending on timing may depend on where the records are. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- This communication may contain information that is legally privileged, confidential or exempt from disclosure. If you are not the intended recipient, please note that any dissemination, distribution, or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. Anyone who receives this message in error should notify the sender immediately by telephone or by return e-mail and delete it from his or her computer. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Alverda Boyce Alverda_Boyce@aporter.com Arnold & Porter Telephone: (202) 942-5000 555 Twelfth Street, NW Fax: (202) 942-5999 Washington, DC 20004-1202 http://www.arnoldporter.com