Hi David, Mmmm, wonder if we maybe related (smile). My William in all census records with the exception of one says he was born in 1843 (one says 1844) so it's pretty consistent there. How interesting that your Beeton's lived near a Fletchers Gate? If my Williams father is Henry Beeton I believe he married a Fletcher (odd) Maybe Henry's father William and your John's father were brothers (grin) Anyway, thank you! Best Regards, Tammy **************A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1218822736x1201267884/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fwww.freecreditreport.com%2Fpm%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fsc%3D668072%26hmpgID %3D62%26bcd%3DfebemailfooterNO62)