Researching Johnathon and Susannah THOMAS in Giles Co listed in the 1850 census. Susannah's maiden name is listed as HOWELL. Their daughter, Clarissa THOMAS married Major HOWELL in January 1857, Major was the son of Daniel HOWELL and Harriet Frances THOMAS HOWELL. Also researching the HOWELLs of Giles Co. There were three brothers: Major C. (not the same as above), Jesse C. and Daniel C. HOWELL. Daniel lived in nearby Maury Co., (Southport). We believe the HOWELLs and THOMASes intermarried quite often (there may be others that we are not aware of). If anyone has any information they are willing to share, please let me know. We have some on each of the three families, but not alot. Thanks Lisa Howell ToodlesNTaz@webtv.net