This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: RETTPD6086 Surnames: Shaw,Thackery, Oarker Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.shaw/6769/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Searching for the parents of Ephraim Shaw b-1767 d-1831 married Margaret Thackery b-1768 d-1851 was first married to Cathering Oarker b-1769 d-1803.Ephraim Lived his entire live in Salem County New Jersey and was a farmer. He may have been born here but it is not certain. Have not been able to trace the family beyond this point,but I'm quite certain the family originally came from England. I would like to hear from anyone that can provide any information as to Ephraim Shaw's parents or the place they originally came from. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.