Would someone who plans to visit the Charleston Public Library, or any other institution having the references (or other source) please look in the set of Biographical Directory of the S.C. House of Representatives and see if you can find Edward Blake (d. 1795) who was a member from 1777-1790. I am hoping to learn something of his previous family; father, mother, birth date and location, etc. and whether a likeness is available. My family records indicate his father may have also been named Edward and was probably an immigrant. Please forgive my multiple listing. Thank you Edward Manigault