In response to a few recent queries related to 19th century San Francisco records--or lack of them-- I would like to remind researchers of a brand new, comprehensive book that focuses on finding alternative sources for the city of San Francisco (or any other locality that presents problems because of "burned records"). Raking the Ashes,Genealogical Strategies for Pre-1906 San Francisco Research by Nancy Simons Peterson Please go to the Homepage of the California Genealogical Society and Library (www.calgensoc.org) for complete info, glowing reviews and ordering information. (For less than the cost of a single hour of paid research, you can have access to many research ideas. Or visit the CGS library for a day and browse a copy while there!) My apologies to those of you who are already aware of this book. Lorna Wallace CGS member