Hi John and All: The bottom of the writer's letter which gave the e-mail address I guess and I would respond to her too - The GAG is a tool. Yes, it is accurate in some areas and not in others. Why - no sources listed in the book. Each entry must be scrutinized carefully and researched to be certain that if AJ says someone was born in Mendon, MA, that in fact that information can be found in the Vital records of Mendon, MA, or with a certificate from the Town Clerk's office if later than the printed vital records which in most cases go to 1850. If this information can not be substantiated with good sources, then that should be stated in the notes of the individuals own family papers. Regards, Alison _____________________________________________________________________ You don't need to buy Internet access to use free Internet e-mail. Get completely free e-mail from Juno at http://www.juno.com Or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866]