This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: barbdale_1 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.wayne/18723.3/mb.ashx Message Board Post: The problem is you can't search by a first name and birthdate, which was really helpful to find a woman when you didn't know her married name. You can also access the SSDI for free on Genealogy Bank (you have to register) but again, search is limited. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.