Maybe there should be a list of required reading before being allowed to comment on this subject -----Original Message----- From: Research and writing about Virginia genealogy and family history. [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Tarter, Brent (LVA) Sent: Thursday, November 15, 2007 6:54 AM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Re: Thomas Jefferson et alia This topic has generated discussions on this list before and will no doubt generate discussions again. In the past, some discussions have become intemperate. Please keep the comments civil, brief if possible, and focused on evidence and implications.