This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Lindosvacation Surnames: William Hale Thompson Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.thompson/17397.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: My fathers' name was William Hale Thompson. He mentioned more than once possibly being related to "Big Bill" prior to his death. My uncle told me the most however which seemed to correspond to some of "Big Bills" activities in New Mexico and Texas. 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.