Ray, I found this notice in the PA gazette in 1776. Thought it might be useful to you. February 28, 1776 The Pennsylvania Gazette ITEM #58988 February 28, 1776 The Pennsylvania Gazette CAME to the plantation of the subscriber, living in Coventry township, Chester county, on the 5th of December last, Fourteen white SHEEP. The owner is desired to come, prove his property, pay charges, and take them away. GEORGE << TITLOW>> Good Luck, Chris Lehr