As a result of some stupid advice I gave, this notice appeared on the EKYORIGINS mailing list. I looked at the site, and it seems to include very good advice. Hope you don't mind my posting it here as most of us do at times try to read tombstone inscriptions. Bud Caudle Please check this website for Do's & Don'ts for Cemetery Cleaning, Maintenance, and Reading of Headstones. Do NOT use shave cream - it has acids which will cause further deterioration. http://members.aol.com/ctgravenet/dosdonts.htm