Thank you so much. This is the best information I have received so far. I really don't know how "poor" my ancestors were so whether they would have taken a train or a packet boat is not clear. I am assuming they would have had quite a few household items which apparently was also a factor in whether they would have taken a packet boat or the train. I will check out the web site you mentioned. Again, thanks for the help. Carole Krysan Louisville, KY