Hello All: I've found a strange reference from a man that I have been researching, Frank Hopkins. In birth records for two of his children (b. in Massachusetts in 1904 and 1906), the place of birth given for the father (Frank) is New Boston, TX. He has alternately given his birth date as 1865, 1872, 1878, 1885, and several years in-between. He has claimed that the day was 11 Aug. What exact year is the question. He states his father's name was Charles A. Hopkins. I find no Hopkins family in Bowie County in 1860, 1870 or 1880. In 1880 I find only two white males, both who are single. One is a C. Hopkins (pg 14D) and the other a J.A. Hopkins (pg 3b). This man was a teller of some very TALL tales and I have my doubts as to whether any of this is true or not. But, I want to explore every avenue, so I'd like to know if anyone knows of some resources, if they exist, to try to confirm or rule out the birth of a Frank (or Franklin, or Francis) Hopkins in New Boston, TX. A few things I'd also like to know: When was the town established? What churches existed at that time? Are there records of itinerant preachers, doctors, etc. that may shed light on this? Any and all help would be appreciated. Best regards. Nancy. Nancy Coleman ncroots@worldnet.att.net