This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: badbab Surnames: Wright Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.wright/54.127/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I have a Joseph H Wright in Maryland from at least 1827 through 1870. The Census lists his birthplace as Maryland but one son's death certificate list's Joseph birthplace as Ohio. That son is named Joel. I have traced Joel's movements to Iowa & Illinois, along with another brother, Jonathan. I am wondering if there is any connection with your Ohio Wrights, as the names are similiar. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.