Thanks to Linda and Shirley for their information. Can I ask what the Kind days books are? I don't think I've ever heard of them but have just joined this list. Thomas Charles Dixon's occupation is given as stockman for 1859. The "Accoucheur" on the birth certificate is Mrs John King or Ring. Thanks once more for your help. Regards Helen ----- Original Message ----- From: Linda Barraclough To: [email protected] Sent: Thursday, March 10, 2005 9:35 PM Subject: Re: [AVG] Query on The Ridge The Ridge is a sub-division of Snakes Ridge - the main King run. It is still there, on the lefthand side of the highway, after crossing the river at Rosedale, heading towards Sale, you can see it in the distance on top of the hill. The Kind days books are still in existence, and may mention your family - but I am unsure of their years or where theya re actually held. Cheers Linda ______________________________