This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: grburk1 Surnames: Sherrill Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.tennessee.counties.greene/9675/mb.ashx Message Board Post: In 1775 the following Sherrills sign a petition to the congress of NC:Samuel Sr., Samuel Jr., Urias, Adam, John, and George.These are Samuel Sr., head of the family and all his sons with one exception. William does not sign. Why did William not sign? Was he too young? Had he already left for GA? Just 3 years later, a Martha Sherrill enters for a 100 acre grant which borders land of Phillip Sherrill that he also pays tax on. Who are Martha and Phillip Sherrill? 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.