Hello all, My research has bought me to Oregon, and I am ashamed to say I know little of the area. I live in Colchester, Essex ,England. My G/Grandfather went to the States in 1915/20, his mother was already living there. Her name was MONA. We knew little of the family, but have managed to find a lot of early history, which crosses several English counties. My G/Grandfather was LIONEL MILES (always known as LEONARD MILES) He was born in Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire. 14.6.1891. He met my G/Grandmother Florence in Wiltshire. The Miles family wanted her and her 2 sons to join them in the states but she wouldn't budge, Leonard went alone, shortly after she moved to London and if Leonard had ever tried to find them I doubt that he could have! I have found a Leonard Miles on the LDS site - Social Security Death Index, stating that a number was issued in Idaho. Jan 1971 - Death Residence - Dee, Hood River, Oregan. Zip 97031. The date of birth fits exactly. So I'm wondering if this is my G/Grandfather? I know little about researching in the States and will try to order the papers. Is there another way to see if this Leonard is my Leonard? Sorry this is long, any advice would be appreciated. Regards Jan Oliff.