In a message dated 99-01-02 16:34:27 EST, you write: << ILMACOUP-L@rootsweb.com My experience is that in 1883 there were no parents listed on a marriage license, but by 1894 there is parents listed. So, I would venture to say in 1853 there would not be parents listed. >> If the male is under 21 and female under 18, many times the parents give their consent. Mary