Ron, Could the last name possible be spelled McClaren? I have found several McClaren's in my 1880 Census book. I have nothing on McClearn. Do you any other information on Laura, anything at all. Since I have 17 inches of snow and had freezing rain this morning (and not wanting to go out in all that stuff) I am keeping myself occupied with going through my books. ha So, if you have anything else let me know and I would be more than happy to check for you. Joyce in MI