This does not answer the question, but I feel that it is appropriate to post for general information about crests & coats of arms. The following two questions and answers are copied from "The College of Arms". The homepage http://www.college-of-arms.gov.uk/ says: "The College of Arms is the official repository of the coats of arms and pedigrees of English, Welsh, Northern Irish and Commonwealth families and their descendants. Its records also include official copies of the records of Ulster King of Arms the originals of which remain in Dublin." "The officers of the College, known as heralds, specialize in genealogical and heraldic work for their respective clients." From their FAQs at this page http://www.college-of-arms.gov.uk/faq.htm Q. Do coats of arms belong to surnames? A. No. There is no such thing as a 'coat of arms for a surname'. Many people of the same surname will often be entitled to completely different coats of arms, and many of that surname will be entitled to no coat of arms. Coats of arms belong to individuals. For any person to have a right to a coat of arms they must either have had it granted to them or be descended in the legitimate male line from a person to whom arms were granted or confirmed in the past. Q. What is a crest? A. It is a popular misconception that the word 'crest' describes a whole coat of arms or any heraldic device. It does not. A crest is a specific part of a full achievement of arms: the three-dimensional object placed on top of the helm. ----- Original Message ----- From: akricci@owenanalytics.com To: POTTER-L@rootsweb.com Sent: Friday, February 01, 2002 6:44 PM Subject: Potter Family Crest This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/jlABAEB/1747 Message Board Post: I have recently acquired a Potter family crest, with the motto "Semper Fidelis". It is at least 100 years old, and came from my g-grandmother Potter's home. Can anyone verify if this is an authentic motto?

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/jlABAEB/1747 Message Board Post: I have recently acquired a Potter family crest, with the motto "Semper Fidelis". It is at least 100 years old, and came from my g-grandmother Potter's home. Can anyone verify if this is an authentic motto?

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Turpin/Potter Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/jlABAEB/1712.2.1 Message Board Post: Hi Candace, I descended through James Turpin's brother, Isaac Turpin. Isaac Turpin was married to Lavany Potter. I have been told that Lavany was Cherokee also. I cannot seem to find any information on her except for a marriage record. If you run across anything, yes, please let me know. I will do the same for you. Here is my email address: cinderellas@prodigy.net. Cindy Roddy

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/jlABAEB/1746 Message Board Post: The following obit originated with the Concord Monitor, in Concord, N.H. The Monitor does not guarantee the accuracy of original content that now resides off its web site. Roland G. Potter Friday, February 1, 2002 Roland Gilbert Potter, 92, of Heights Road, Concord, died Wednesday at Concord Hospital. He was born in Concord, the son of John and Addie (Bell) Potter. He worked as a self-employed maintenance man for Perry Brothers, Orr & Reno Law Office and a country club in Rye, N.Y. Potter enjoyed gardening and going dancing with his wife. Survivors include two daughters, Betty Tucci of Concord, and Flossey Gambol of Yuma, Ariz.; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. His wife, Dorothy (Baker) Potter, three brothers and three sisters, died previously. Calling hours will be held tomorrow from 4 to 5 p.m. at Bennett Funeral Home, 209 N. Main St., Concord. Funeral services will follow at 5 p.m. at the funeral home. The Rev. Dan Stauffacher, pastor of Pembroke Congregational Church, will officiate. Burial services will be held Monday at 10 a.m. in Blossom Hill Cemetery. Note: I am of no relation, but my sympathies go out to those of you who are.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/jlABAEB/1712.2 Message Board Post: Interesting. I believe I am descended from James and Jerusha (maiden name unknown) Turpin from the Roane Co. TN area. Jerusha was Cherokee. James and Jerusha's daughter, Elizabeth Turpin married Absalom Potter and migrated to Oklahoma Territory after their children were grown. Their 3rd son, William Potter, is my great-great grandfather. I received information on this family from a John Strunk in Harriman TN, although I have not written to him in over 3 years now. My job is to establish a concrete link with my William Potter and this family. I am very, very close to doing it, but am still plodding along on the task. I looked through the sketchy family tree supplied to me by Strunk but found no Isaac Turpin. James and Jerusha's birth years are 1807 and 1808, respectively. Their daughter, Elizabeth Turpin Potter, was born in 1836, died near Thomas OK in 1924. We might want to keep track of each other in case we find a link. Candace Sheep 2002

Forwarded from "Somebody's Links," Vol. 4, #3, 30 Jan 2002: o I have several circa 1900 cardstock photographs that have been hidden in an old trunk at my parents' house, the PARKIN homestead in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. One was of a gentleman with a long beard named Mr. HAMMOND (photographer Lothrop & Cunningham, Depot Square, Woonsocket, Rhode Island), who owned a farm on what used to be the Louisquisset Pike in North Smithfield, now 146A, and Walden F. POTTER, age 5 in 1913 in one photo, age 6 in another, a man named Fred POTTER (all from H. Desmarais, 176 Main Street, Woonsocket, Rhode Island), Mr. POTTER's sister (L. G. Moisan, New England Photo Studio). I believe the POTTER family lived around Union Square in North Smithfield. I also have pictures of relatives: Richard ASTIN (34 Broadway, Taunton, Massachusetts), Emma ASTIN with large hat, Emma ASTIN as a young woman (not a studio), Emma ASTIN as a young woman (Miller, 30 Broadway opposite P.O., Taunton, Massachusetts), Emma ASTIN's family consisting of parents, two boys, and four girls including Emma -- I believe her maiden name was PARKIN but no one seems to know -- she is just my grandfather's Cousin Emma. I also have a picture of Charlie SMITHERS, Uncle Charlie (BALDWIN)'s cousin, (Starr, 803 South Water St., New Bedford, Massachusetts) and Merrella SMITHERS (W. Kozorek, 907 Acushnet Ave., New Bedford, Massachusetts), who is in the picture with my grandmother, Ida (BALDWIN) PARKIN, and an unknown woman. If you can claim any of these pictures, I'd be glad to talk to you. Please put the surname reference in the subject line. Joyce Parkin Meleleu Please reply directly to mrnglry@earthlink.net

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/jlABAEB/1419.1541 Message Board Post: Hello,' My maiden name is Zavoral. I was wondering if there is any connection between us? We are unaware of any Potter's? My Father Glen Zavoral is from Theif River Falls. Please feel free to contact me. Sincerely, Jo-Lynn

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/jlABAEB/1744.1 Message Board Post: My gggrandfather was your gggrandmother's brother. His name was Zadock Potter. Zadock married Edith Hinkle. We may have another connection with the Hinkle's. I have some information on Zadock's family and descendants. Also have the Rix book, which gives Daniel Potter's wife Hannah's ancestry. I would be glad to share what I have with you. Send me an e-mail with your address. My e-mail address is bmollahan@aol.com

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/jlABAEB/1739.1.1 Message Board Post: Thanks Joyce.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/jlABAEB/1739.1 Message Board Post: Gregory, I have a Potter book at home...don't know if it's the one to which you refer. However, RI Potters are listed (it was written by a Potter), and I will check it for you.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Potter Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/jlABAEB/1745 Message Board Post: Searching for info on Joseph Potter Born in N.Carolina in 1769,possibly in Guilford or Rockingham County N.Carolina.Settled in Harrison Or Floyd County Indiana in early 1800`s & settled in Woodford count Ill.in 1830`s.Died Woodford County ,Ill.about 1845.His wife was Lydia& they had at least 2 sons,Ephriam & Samuel .Searching for info On Lydia ,Joseph`s parents & other children . Jim Potter

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Potter/Turpin Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/jlABAEB/851.1113.1116.1.1.1.1 Message Board Post: Hi Elaine, Thanks for looking for me. I am not sure of Lavany's parents names, I was only tracing Daniel because I found that Leurany. The only native american Turpin's I knew about were Isaac and Lavany's children. Who were the Turpin's that had native american lineage? I would like any info you have on that and the Turpin's if you wouldn't mind. You may email me privately if you would like. cinderellas@prodigy.net Any information you have would be greatly appreciated. Cindy

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/jlABAEB/280.415.1.1.1.1.1 Message Board Post: Hi Barbara, I will gladly give you what information I have. I cannot guarantee it's accuracy but it is what I found in an LDS Library. Daniel Potter's AFN# 23C3-71. Daniel Potter b. 1793 in Guilford Co., NC m. May 21, 1818 to Hannah Rix in Guilford Co., NC buried: Feb. 29, 1844 in Millcreek Friends Burial Ground in Hendricks Co., Danville, Indiana. Hannah Rix (Ricks) b. 1797 in Guilford Co., NC Children were: Thomas b. 1819 NC Zadock b. 1821 IN Leurany b. 1823 IN Isaac b. 1825 NC John Milton b. 1827 NC Lydia Ann b. 1829 NC Polly b. 1832 NC Daniel b. 1834 IN William Franklin b. 1838 IN You can access this file to find out further information concerning Daniel's granchildren and his children's spouses. I will also mail it to you if you like. It is just too much to type. If you want to email me privately at cinderellas@prodigy.net, I will mail it to you or anyone else who needs it. I only request a self addressed stamped envelope. I hope this helps you. Cindy

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Potter,Hinkle,Ricks Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/jlABAEB/1744 Message Board Post: Lurena Potter married Casper Hinkle in 1845 in IN.They were my great great great grandparents.Lurena's parents were Daniel Potter and Hannah Ricks(I beieve they were originally from NC).Anyone have info. on Daniel Potters parents,children,siblings,etc..? thanks, Amy:)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: HAYNES POTTER ALEXANDER TURNEY MCDOWELL KENNERLY BUTLER Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/jlABAEB/851.1113.1116.1.1.1 Message Board Post: Hello Cindy, I have checked the records I have available and can find nothing on a Laverny POTTER. There are several Daniel POTTERs in the Thomas POTTER line, but the only two I have in my line are Daniel POTTER b. 1791 VA d. bef. 1825 KY m. Nancy GREATHOUSE 8/29/1809 in Warren KY. and Daniel POTTER son of Hiram POTTER and Ellen HAYNES b. ca. 1846 IL d. ca. 1863 IL. The Thomas POTTER website on Family Treemaker is one of my sources of information. You may want to check it out. Also, were you aware that many of those from TURPIN lineage were Native American?? Sorry I couldn't be of much help. Elaine

Hello Cindy- Daniel Potter and Hannah Ricks had a daughter named Lurena Potter,it is possible that they also had a daughter named Lavany(Unfortunately I don't know the names of all their children). Lurena Potter married Casper Hinkle on September 18,1845 in Hendricks County Indiana(I have a copy of their marriage certificate).I believe Casper and Lurena were my great great great grandparents. Lurena was born December 1,1823 in Hendricks County,IN. Daniel Potter and Hannah Ricks were married on May 18th or May 21st 1818 in Guilford County,North Carolina. Hannah Ricks was born on Feb 23,1771 in Deep River,Guilford,NC. Her parents were Thomas Ricks and Gwen. That's all the info. on them I have. If you or anyone else on this list has more info. on any of the people I mentioned please let me know. Thankyou very much, Amy:) chalaque@exchangenet.net

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Potter, Thomas of Stourbridge - Chris Potter Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/jlABAEB/1743 Message Board Post: Chris Potter, I have a bill of sale for a burial plot in Kilmarnock (Scotland) Cemetery, for Thomas Potter. I have been able to establish that he died March 1901 aged 43. If my maths are correct, he was born the same year as Thomas Potter of Stourbridges son Thomas was born, is there any connection? Do you know if any of the family settled in Scotland? The 1881 Census has no record so, he must have moved at the age of 23. The address at which he lived still exists. Can you help please?

Need info on the descendants of Charles W. Potter b 1843 Warren Co, d 1911 Warren Co, married Mary Berry 1870 Warren Co KY. Had children Alice May b ca 1871, Frank b ca 1878, Bessie b 1880 and Charles. Need info on the children of Frank and Charles. Charles W. Potter was the son of Joseph Potter and Julia Tarrents. Mary June Fuchs Foulk Knoxville Tennessee

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/jlABAEB/280.415.1.1.1.1 Message Board Post: Cindy, I would appreciate any information you can share about Daniel and Hannah Rix Potter and their children. I only have information on their marriage and about my gg grandfather, Zadock. Thank you Barbara Mollahan

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/jlABAEB/1742 Message Board Post: My line is found in the 1900 census of Walker county Ga in the Lafayette district, household 196B. Thomas(Tom) Potter was born abt 1864 and his son Isaac R. in that census was my grandfather. Nearby, in household 201B is Richard Potter born abt 1844. In the same house is Isaac Potter age 88, so born abt 1812. I am sure the two familys are related-the elderly Isaac probably the father of Tom and Richard. If anyone has more info to share, I would be grateful. There does not seem to be much on the Georgia Potters coming through on the List. Thanks so much.