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Subject: Re: Immigration Name ?
Author: Jenna   (Authenticated as Jenna R)
Date: March 29, 2008 at 9:47:59 AM
Reply to: Immigration Name ? by Sara Ruth
First, is Puntas his surname or first name? If it was his last name, be aware that in the 19th century, many families shortened their surnames upon arrival in the United States. Any information about the time period in which he emigrated would be helpful.

L'ecrivain doit se faire le voix de ceux qui n'avaient pas de voix.

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