This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: dwhite133 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.westvirginia.counties.preston/2759.1.1.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Yes, it does make some sense, and matches well with what a couple of others have suggested. I'm not sure Cheat Mountain and Cheat Hill are the same thing, but I do need to keep it in mind while I search. Thanks for answering; every clue helps. 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.