hi, i have some info. on carletin/carlton family, some lived in bedford co. tenn. richard carlton sr. amd john carlton were brothers from argleshire, scotland. they came to n.c. from chester co. pennsylvania around 1739. if you are interesed please let me know and i well try and help you. have a merry christmas MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS JUDITH