Mary A Gordon m. William Smith
I'm seeking any possible clues about the origin of Mary A Gordon, b. abt. 1823, possibly New York, parents unknown (to me).She married William Smith (b. abt. 1820, possibly New York) before 1850.
On the 1850 federal census William and Mary are in Indian Lands, Marquette, Wisconsin living with two minors named Sarah Wheeler (9 years old) and George Tarfer (10 years old), also born in New York.
I have no trouble following William and Mary after this, but can't figure out how to go back in time with such common names.I'm hoping Sarah and George can provide a clue.Any ideas???