INTRODUCTION

 

These files should not be considered finished works. Each is an assembly of genealogical information stored in a computer file.

    The objective of my work has been to assemble various papers and pamphlets into a single source for the genealogical researcher.  These files are in a state of constant revision, with new information added as it becomes available.  Because of this revision, copies of the paper printed from time to time will

differ in the amount of information. Because of this constant revision, it is not feasible to write an index of the paper, since revisions change indexes.

    Instead, the paper uses a system the writer first encountered in Edwin G. and Kathryn Roger's "Charles Rogers and his Descendants."    The oldest member of the line is numbered 1 and each succeeding member of the line is numbered consecutively. As each member of the line is discussed, his or her number heads

the portion the paper giving personal specifics.  The member's number and name are followed by the father's number and name, the grandfather's number and name, etc.  An example:

 

111.SINNETT TRIPLETT COTTRILL    26.GEORGE W. COTTRELL    4.ANDREW COTTRELL     2.THOMAS COTTRELL SR.     1.THOMAS COTTRELL

 

    Following this heading you will find information on Sinnet's birth and death, his wife and his children.  The heading indicates that he is the son of George W. the e grandson of Andrew., etc.  The numbering system allows tracking a person's pedigree fairly easily.

    It is certain that there are numerous errors and omissions. There are also typographical errors and misspellings that are solely the invention of the writer. If you have additions or corrections, jot them on any sort of paper and mail them to:

 

      Don Norman

      41991 Emerson Court

      Elyria, OH 44035-2537

 

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