Howdy Craigers: I'm not familiar with the John and Rachel "Feurt" Bowen of PA & OH. Could be they are part of the Moses Bowen family that started in PA in the early 1700's. Some of that family moved into Augusta Co., VA, then into Botetourt, Tazewell and Washington Counties. I have found no connection, however, between that Bowen line and my Bowen line (John & Elizabeth of Craig Creek, etc.). It is strange that a search for a John and Rachel Bowen has surfaced at the same time I posted a query for a John and Rachel on the Montgomery County website. My John is a son of old John & Elizabeth. He was born about 1778. He married Rachel Mills in Montgomery County. Their marriage bond is dated August 3, 1803. William Preston signed the bond as Rachel's guardian. And, what you've just read is all I know about my John & Rachel. Can anyone help with my mystery? Semper Fi - Bob Bowen in Woodbridge, VA -- Protect our Flag