Thanks, Sam. With all the census reports you look at, you should know! -------Original Message------- From: MDGARRET-L@rootsweb.com Date: Thursday, October 30, 2003 7:31:16 AM To: MDGARRET-L@rootsweb.com Subject: Re: [MDGARRET] Recording ages on the 1850 census Hi Bonnie: There wasn't any standard that carried over from year to year. You'll see anything, sixth's, quarters, halfs, twelveths. Bonnie McCroby Wuensche wrote: > In 1850, would 1/6 have been an acceptable way to record that someone was 2 months old? Does it seem that 2/12 is more clear, or are we into using the lowest common denominator? Where could I find out what the standard was? > > ==== MDGARRET Mailing List ==== > If you need help with this list, make sure to email the list administrator Carol Hepburn, at chepburn@cox.net. ==== MDGARRET Mailing List ==== Looking for your Garrett County ancestors? Make sure to visit us on the web at: http://www.rootsweb.com/~mdgarret/index.html