I wonder if anyone can tell me if there was a connection between Benjamin Odell, NY State Governor (1901-4) and the Dutchess County Recorder in 1895 who was named Odell in newspaper reports I have read? I have not been able to find a forename for the Recorder, nor any clarification in Benjamin Odell's biographical information, but the location and dates suggest a family connection at least. Any information or suggestions on where I might look would be much appreciated. Tamsin Dr Tamsin Spargo Reader in Cultural History/Director School of Media, Critical and Creative Arts Liverpool John Moores University Dean Walters 1 St. James Road Liverpool L1 7BR United Kingdom [log in to unmask] tel: +44(0)151 2315047 fax: +44(0)151