They were not required to until the late 1880's. Many did not start until the 1890's. -------Original Message------- From: LOO COURTLAND Date: 01/06/05 06:32:05 To: NYMADISO-L@rootsweb.com Subject: Re: [NYMADISO] Chittenango - Beeman etc. ...NY did not keep vital stats until the 1880's?????????????? New York??? Loo