I am a direct descendant of Simon Jonas who arrived at the Port of Phildelphia, Pennsylvania on September 3, 1742 aboard the Ship Loyal Judith. The records indicate this ship was transporting 90 Palatines. I am seeking any information on this Jonas family prior to Simon's entering the New World. He no doubt came from the Pfaltz-Palatinate area. James W. Jonas jjonas@buggs.net