To: Tim Stowell, Are the messages on the list archived and how can a user access them? Is there some kind of database that would list the surnames being searched of these older, previous messages? Saw your message about the alternate search engine for the Hamilton Co. Genweb site. Will try it out later today. Searching for parents of Joseph W. HANCOCK and his brothers: James C. HANCOCK, Clark HANCOCK, and Leroy HANCOCK who were in Hamilton Co. and Bradley Co. up until 1857 when they went to Southern IL. Joseph W. HANCOCK was born 27 Jan 1837 in the Chattanooga area, or so we believe. Where were the parents and earlier generations before they moved into East Tenn? How were these Hancocks related to those who were in Polk Co? Any and all help and tips welcomed, and very much appreciated! Darrell Hancock ddhanc1@aol.com _______________