In my experience, oral "history" is generally nothing more than genealogical social climbing. C.f .Sally Hemming's descendants. I think what you should refer to is oral tradition which, if corroborated, may have some historical significance. However, until then it is just "folks" (a/k/a people) and their related events trying to be bigger and more important than they actually are. J South **************New MapQuest Local shows what's happening at your destination. Dining, Movies, Events, News & more. Try it out (http://local.mapquest.com/?ncid=emlcntnew00000002) ______________________________________ To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-hist.html