Dear Gary, Boy, that was prompt! I'm really grateful for your promptness and the names. My basic problem is that the name Schrein, even in present day Germany is extremely rare. That has surprised me; I thought there would be at least a few thousand. In fact there are about 150 in total, 78 of which (the males) I have with zips and tel nos. But it's also encouraging. If there are that few, any Schrein I track down is likely a member of the clan. And, there may be more Schreins in the USA now, than in Germany. Continuing research will decide. Meanwhile, if you ever see a Schrein reference, anywhere, any time, please give me a hearty shout. Gratefully, Bill Jones.