Hello, The discussion of late prompted me to go to the list archive for the earlier postings. May I quote Steve and Bunny's post. "As we left I asked the staff about those boxes. I was told that they were off limits because these contents were newly discovered loose court case papers and they were going to be microfilmed and categorized by the Library of Virginia. For more information I was to talk to the Surry County Historical Society which was 'right around the corner'." let me paraphase a little... talked to Dennis. Dennis said they were to be cat. & filmed by Lib. of Va. with assistance from a lady in NC who had done significant Surry research..wait for more info.... then Steve queried as to outcome of this if known. Sounds like they are not being ignored. But It is worth investigating what is going on and plans, for general knowledge and if any assistance is needed. Margy Go to vasouthside archives 2001 enter steve camera in search engine, two hits come up, this post is one of them