As per suggestion from a "lister" , I am adding further information regarding my quest. I am searching for any information on James BIRSE (c. Dec. 6, 1748 - Banchory, Ternan Parish) who married Janett RIDDELL on July 6, 1771 - Banchory -Ternan James' father shows as Robert BIRSE ---- no mother's name Their son, William BIRSE ( b 1778 -??) married Mary ROSS in Nov. 1804 Any information regarding these families will be greatly appreciated. Many thanks, Betty Hemsley - Canada