In a message dated 4/28/05 11:55:38 PM, [email protected] writes: << I know they heard of more fertile land, more opportunities for success than in a depressed area such as Franklin County >> I think you hit the nail on the head, Donna. Land was the major factor...even today you can't grow good rocks in Franklin Co. dirt--I KNOW first hand;-) Peter PS. You going to picnic? let me know pvt.