[AZORES-Genealogy] An ancestor in question

I have a relative (Great Grandfather) ... born in Ribeira Seca, Calheta, Sao Jorge, Azores. http://culturacores.azores.gov.pt/biblioteca_digital/SJR-CH-RIBEIRASECA-B-1871-1879/SJR-CH-RIBEIRASECA-B-1871-1879_item1/P130.html On his baptism record, it says his father is unknown (pai incognito). B

Re: [AZORES-Genealogy] An ancestor in question

None of the records in the provided links are labeled "Louie's great-grandfather." What is the name on record? What record number? Bottom left, top right? Thanks! Cheri Mello Listowner, Azores-Gen Researching: São Miguel island: Vila Franca, Ponta Garca, Ribeira Quente, Ribeira das Tainhas, Achada

Re: [AZORES-Genealogy] An ancestor in question

Louie, At birth his father was declared, incognito. At marriage the priest declares he is the NATURAL son of Jose de Sousa Borba. You're lucky, he was mentioned. The parents did not get married. Please note that Antonio is using the maternal family surname, this also indicates his father did no

Re: [AZORES-Genealogy] An ancestor in question

Margaret, Thanks much ... I appreciate the reply! Natural son ... not married, got it. This is life as such. My family has searched for years (16) to find out his lineage ... where did he live, where born etc. He is not listed on the Terceira wedding index that I can find. Maybe he never marrie

Re: [AZORES-Genealogy] An ancestor in question

I think you have the right, yes, instead of marriage status you may choose another, such as other or friend in the options. One possibility is that he may have left the island. I would check the obituaries also. You never know what you'll find. Perhaps he married someone else or, younger than your