In Ontario records "Gentleman" meant someone who was retired - could have been a farmer or large landowner. -----Original Message----- From: James Carver <[email protected]> To: [email protected] <[email protected]> Date: July 10, 1999 8:09 AM Subject: Re: [VAALBEMA-L] term of "Gentleman" in old documents "Gentleman" in the general since meant the character was of good standing, a land owner thus also a tax payer, a respected member of the community. James F. Carver 610 Gay Street, Box 214 Portsmouth, Ohio 45662-0214 e-mail: [email protected] ==== VAALBEMA Mailing List ==== REMINDER: Repost your queries periodically (no more than monthly) to make new members aware of your interests.