Clairifcation of a family legend-Tx 1960
My Father was Ira Gordon Gotcher of Coperus Cove, Texas. I grew up with the legend that our original family name was O'Bannion from Ireland. The youngest son was supposed to have been e sheep theif who sheared sheep and sold the wool, even though he didn't need the money. When caught he was given the choice of going to America or prison. At Ellis Island he told them his name was "Goat Shearer" w/ the brogue it became Gotcher. Has anyone else heard this? I would like details as I am a proffesional Storyteller, and find it fasinating. I am willing to trade any tales with family. Thanks, David Ira Gotcher-I prefer Dave.
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