Posted on: Mineral County Queries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/WV/Mineral~/248 Surname: Messenger, Bowman, Bosely ------------------------- Lynn, I just started to research my family tree and came across your message on the Mineral County Board. I wish that I had an answer regarding Cora R. Smith. But I was wondering if any information I have would be of any relation to you. Both of my parents were born and raised in Mineral County. Father: Lyle Franklin Messenger Mother Mary Katherine Bowman Her Father was John Bowman and her mother was Violet Bosely. Both parents were also from the Mineral County area. I don't have much information on the Bowman/Bosely side simply because my mother dosen't like to discuss it much. That is one reason I chose to research information myself. Does any of this information sound of interest or fimilar to you? If so, would appreciate any input. Best of luck in your search. Jennifer Messenger-Baker