Dale, Is this Eli Lemuel WATTS born in 1825 Haywood County, NC married to Vina Ann BLACKMUN born about 1820 in NC? Children included: William B., James, Mary A., Helen C. and Averitt. What state is Columbus County in? Hinson is a familiar name as well. Dale G. Watson watson@ccnet.com Dale W Burriss wrote: I am interested in any information on the Watts family in Coulmbus county. Other names connected with my family in that area are: Hinson Mills Wright Hathaway My gggrandfather was Eli Watts, Sr b 1820 m to Viny Ann Hinson b 1818 Any information will be appreciated. Use my personal email address if you like. Thanks, Dale W Burriss