Thank you, I didn't know this information. Margie -----Original Message----- From: [log in to unmask] Sent: Monday, January 07, 2013 8:25 PM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Re: [VA-ROOTS] Then and Now 1736 to 2013 Horse Pen Branch in Amelia County VA Sometimes the tax books give the direction and miles the property is located from the courthouse. I've found this in the later 1800s. Before that they are usually listed as being in a particular militia district (such as Captain Smith's District). The Supervisor Books will sometimes describe said districts. John Garrett To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe, please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-roots.html To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe, please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-roots.html