In the message from Ida (see below) there is a mention of Ann McMillan in the 1851 Census. We have an Ann McMillan that went with her parents (& siblings), Archibald and Flora McMillan (nee McIntyre) from Oskamull - to Portalnd Victoria Australia on the New Zealander in 1853. I have not found her in the McMillan household in Oskamull in either the 1841 or 1851 census - and wonder if perhaps this could be her. What do you think? Also - you make mention of the interchangeable names. I realise that such a list would be long, but can anyone who knows these please direct me to such a list. I am aware of variations, but it is more the totally different names that are interchangeable that you would never guess that interest me. It might help break through some of the brick walls. > I wonder if McDonald & Boyd is another of those interchangeble names > such as McAlister/McDonald, Darroch/McDonald were??? > > As I find no reference in the 1851 census for Donald & Marion > McDonald . > However there is a Donald McDonald aged 33 a Uv in the h/h of Donald > McAllister/McDonald & Ann McMillan. I think this one m's Mary Black > Mar > 6 1852 he's from Bunessan she's from Ardtun KLF Thanks for all your help Ida. I am sure there is a connection - just waiting for us to find it! Regards Libby

Hi Libby, >>Also - you make mention of the interchangeable names. I realise that such a list would be long, but can anyone who knows these please direct me to such a list. I am aware of variations, but it is more the totally different names that are interchangeable that you wouldnever guess that interest me. It might help break through some of the brick walls. May be a start. If you go to the Surname Index page of the web site enter a surname and add a question mark you will get a list of the alternative surnames that I use. I realise that the list is not totally comprehensive but is the result of eight years accumulated knowledge. As ever I would welcome corrections and / or corrections to this list. All the best, Ian