Mona, Thank you for the offer. I think I do recall seeing the BEST surname mentioned in regards to this John & Sarah Smith HESS family. If you have any info that you think might help it would be greatly appreciated. Frank Hess -------------- Original message -------------- > I have "Hess" in my line who come through marriage into my husband's "Best" > line. I'd have to check further to see if they are among the ones you're looking > for. I'm originally from Jefferson County (now living in Mifflin Co.) but I know > the area very well "up there." If I can help, I will, since so many people on > other boards have been so helpful to me. I guess that's how it goes...pass it > on. > > > --------------------------------- > Do you Yahoo!? > Yahoo! Mail - Find what you need with new enhanced search. Learn more. >