This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: barfli2004 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.ohio.counties.richland/1355.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: If this is your William, it will give you a timeline. >From Mansfield news. Feb. 14, 1899 Mrs. William Balentine is confined to her bed with grip. the Rev. Mr. Ballentine is also sick, having returned a few days ago from one of his ministerial trips. Sept. 22, 1926 William Ballentine, Lexington Avenue, has returned home after spending several days in Michigan, fishing. I found nothing on a James. 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.