This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: drdjones Surnames: Lawson, Ferrell, Mabe Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.tennessee.counties.hawkins/9518.1.1.1.1.1.2.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: One of the problems with these pension files is that the word cousin is used in a very loose manner. It could be first cousin, cousin in law or something else, such as second or third cousin, or cousin removed. I tend to believe that the right interpretation is first cousin, but that would be subject to other opinions. 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.