This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: llinde3 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.thompson/7774.429.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I am so sorry for my late reply.No, there are no Samuel Thompsons in my family.They came from Virginia originally and there was no Samuel.One thing I've learned is sometimes men of Samuel's era were known by their middle names or initials.I have learned that from looking at death records and being surprised at a full name listed.Birth records are more difficult yet Church records help if applicable.Good Luck.Lynne 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.