There has been much confusion as to what Thomas Sisson's(3) actual name was. Many of the old genealogy records call him Thomas Lawton Sisson. Yes, he was the grandson of Thomas Lawton, but I have never believed he had a Lawton middle name. I have a copy of his birth certificate, his birth occurred in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, and he is only named "Thomas Sisson." I also have a copy of his original Will, with his own original signature, and he signed it "Thomas Sisson." So, if there is no Lawton middle name on his birth certificate, or on his Will, this probably dispels the theory that his middle name was Lawton. Unfortunately, I was unable to scan a copy of his birth certificate and his signature on his Will, to the List, so I sent copies to Carol, who may be able to send them in some manner. I am always thrilled when I see an actual old signature by one of my ancestors. He wrote very well. Mary Jo Sisson March benoni@century tel.net