Herbert, it is just as likely that the Jefferson did it crowd will be proved at some point to be the holders of "the truth". Let's let science catch up to our curiosity and settle the issue. At some point in the near future, it may be possible to test anyone who asserts descendence from Jefferson to be able to establish that claim. Science moves quickly - think how recent the use of DNA has become in crime forensics or geneology. Until such time as I see evidence that THIS oral tradition is in error, I am willing to accept is as THE TRUTH. If you choose otherwise, then it is time to agree to disagree, Herb, and let the list go back to its other purposes. Anne Anne Pemberton [log in to unmask] http://www.erols.com/apembert http://www.educationalsynthesis.org ______________________________________ To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-hist.html