Hi All: Thanks to a couple of list members, namely Alice , our List administrator, and Jean Jespane, I have the answer to Waterford. It is a village or area of what is now Blackstone. Until 1845, Blackstone was part of Mendon. I wasn't certain, but thought that this might be the answer, but needed to get the correct information. Thank you both. Alison Franks Archivist, Rawson Family Association --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.521 / Virus Database: 319 - Release Date: 9/23/2003