On 21JAN2004, the Washington (DC) Post published a death notice for Ruth E. Blackburn. She was born on 07JUN1907 at Reno NV, and died on 12JAN2004 at Prescott AZ. She had resided in the Washington area from 1914 until 1994, and was a noted advocate for the Appalachian Trail. Survivors include two sons: Frederick A. Blackburn of Shoshone ID, and William W. Blackburn of Prescott AZ. For 14 days following publication, the full text of the death notice will remain accessible at http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/metro/obituaries/. To find it there, enter "Blackburn" in the "Search Death Notices" box, click on "Go,", and then click on "Display." Charles A. ("Al") Blackburn Catonsville MD USA