For those of you who understand the value of Census records, you will find this interesting. For those who enjoy solving a challenge, figure this one out. ALL records in reference to Brown Co. Ohio. Brown Co. Marriage, Census and Cemetery records show. C-18 ADAMSON, James to (Grace/Gracy) Austin 12 Feb 1824, by Thomas O'Dell, MG: Oath of Jonathan McMillen. 1830 Census- James Adamson as h/h Woods Cemetery, shows James Adamson b. 1803 died at 30 years old. (I have seen marker, its hard to read, but at time did not disagreement cemetery book) Brown Co. Burials Book, page 221-223, Woods Cemetery- James Adamson, born- 3-11-1803, Age 30-1-17 1840 Census-Gracy Adamson h/h 1850 Census-Gracy Adamson h/h 1860 Census-Gracy Adamson with son Quincy 1870 Census-Gracy Adamson and James Adamson ?????? withQuincy ( son and daughter). The census page is not that hard to read, is definitely says: James 69 M-W-Lives with Son & Daughter----------------------OHIO 1880 Census-Gracy Adamson with son Quincy. I have no other records of a James Adamson in this area with near dates. A researcher in Brown Co. tells me that although the some court house records were burned, that some probate records exist that indicate James died prior to 6 Nov. 1838. One of James daughter (and husband) sold her 1/5 share and stated it the land was left to her by her father. This land was sold in Sept 1845. I don't have copy but I do intend to acquire these records when I get opportunity. Would be Interested in three areas. 1- Does anyone have any other records that refer to James Adamson (1803-1833)??? 2.- Has anyone ever seen a mistake in census records (assuming that they are in error) of this magnitude? and how do you attribute to such a mistake? 3.- Speculation of other scenario that these facts could represent? Appreciate any and all comments. Please reply to list.