Alan, Here is essentially the same information I mailed to Roger. John Henry Peters' siblings are: Theodora b. 1821 Gerhard b. Aug. 4, 1823 Theodor b. 1829 Mechtilde b. ? Bernard b. July 21, 1839 All were born in Esserden. Some spouse information available. The only child we have information on these individuals is Theodor Johann son of Gerhard. We are not aware that any sibling came to this country. Theodor Peters is the name of the person who witnessed the wedding of John Henry in Quincy. Perhaps he traveled to this country. Jerry Peters