Well, at the risk of starting WW4, let me be Jo-Ann's first supporter. This list is for unsolved mysteries, right? Jo-Ann has an unsolved mystery. Her mystery (in my opinion) belongs here more than some of the other so-called mysteries posted here. Not finding someone in a census is a genealogical problem, and in my opinion would NOT be considered a mystery. Trying to find someone whose name is on the online phone directories isn't a mystery either (in my opinion). Aren't we on this list to help people solve mysteries? Jo-Ann has a web page. She has posted messages on adoption boards, mailing lists, and newsgroups. If this isn't the purpose of the list, someone please let me know PRIVATELY, and I'll unsubscribe. Judy