Hi listers, A question: Were some townlands created from other townlands? I ask this because the townland of Drumcrow (sic) in Taughboyne Pa. Co. Donegal (became part of the Abercorn Estate in 1707) is not mentioned in the 1654 Civil Survey of the area, although all the other townlands surrounding it are named, nor in any of the early Irish leases and deeds(1629- )I have read. By 1718 when Abercorn had a survey map drawn the name finally does appear. Although I still have more records and letters to read I was just curious if anyone would know about the possibility of one townland, for some reason, being split into two. I know if this were the case during the Abercorns' time it would be documented but possibly not if it was done earlier - altho these deeds are very particular and detailed. I'm feeling very sorry for poor little Drumcrow! Thanks!!! Barbara Braswell __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com