Hi, I am wondering if anyone is familiar with this movement? One of my big brickwalls is listed as: American citizens from Kentucky petition for land in Ste Genevieve 1797" written in French and English. Across it sideways is "Petition from inhabitants of Kentucky (cant read) for land in which to settle ? near Ste Genevieve 1797" This is Ste. Genevieve, Mo. My ancestor is Michael Burtcher and he recieved land with brothers Sebastian, Bartholomew and brother in law Peter Bloom/Blume. The name is found spelled Burtcher, Burcher, Butcher, Bucher, Brutcher and Burtscher. They are also listed elsewhere as German and stonemason's. Peter Bloom is listed on census as being born in MD so I do not know if they were traveling through KY or stopped for a few years. Thanks in advance for any help. Theresa Richardson __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Bid and sell for free at http://auctions.yahoo.com