Oops - I forgot I was replying to WISE-L@rootsweb.com instead of directly to BCSterling@aol.com. So, for the rest of you, Also, Bobby, we're pretty sure of some FORD connections - one of my ancestors was Joseph Ford WISE and one cousin born about the turn of the last century identified the wife of James WISE (Joseph Ford's father) as a FORD (doesn't seem to be true -- we've apparently proven his only wife was Permelia MILLER). There were also some FORD families in Colquitt (near Haynesville, LA) when I was growing up. Dot dotwirth@aol.com In a message dated 98-11-18 19:36:44 EST, you write: << Subj: Re: Joseph WISE - Claiborne Parish, LA Date: 98-11-18 19:36:44 EST From: BCSterling@aol.com Reply-to: WISE-L@rootsweb.com To: WISE-L@rootsweb.com Dot, I do not have Joseph Wise or Carolina Ford in my database, but my Wise's are from Caddo Parish and the surrounding area. I do have a Ninevah Nelson Ford and Rosa Ellen Ford and of course, a lot of Wise's. The main reason I am writing is I live about 2 miles west of the Claiborne Parish line. Do you need assistance with a look up? I can't promise when I can do it, but I would be glad to as time allows. Bobbie :) >>