I am tracing my wife's genealogy (Parsons), and her line runs thusly: Joseph Parsons (b abt 1690) + Sarah Woodson >>Richard Parsons (b. abt 1735) + Elizabeth (Mary) Feathers >>>>James Parsons (Rev.) (b. abt 1760) + Mary >>>>>>Michael Parsons (b. 1785) + Jane Norris Now, I have found records of two different Richard Parsons (1720 & 1735) who married two different Elizabeth Feathers (1725 & 1735). They have similar children, and Richard's father (in both cases) is Joseph (1690). After Joseph, the paths are completely different. I am trying to determine exactly which Richard is "my" Richard, to prevent running down a false path. My link to Richard is through James. I am trying to locate a record that would definitely tie my James to one of those Richards. Any suggestions? Do you know anyone who might have such a record? Thanks, --- Jack Martin ************* Jack's Outgoing Mail is Certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.323 / Virus Database: 180 - Release Date: 2/8/02