Excellent site, Ann, thanks so much for sharing. Answered more of my questions, like: dropsy=heart failure Scrofula, I wonder if that is what was referred to as "scarfola" and just misspelled, I thought maybe it was another term for scarlet fever what I don't see is "worm fever" -- Pat Connors, Sacramento CA http://www.connorsgenealogy.com

>>what I don't see is "worm fever" Pat Connors, Sacramento CA<< Perhaps it is Trichinosis (sp?) from pork, which could be fatal. Below is from a website: What are the symptoms of trichinosis? The symptoms usually start with fever, muscle soreness, pain and swelling around the eyes. Thirst, profuse sweating, chills, weakness and tiredness may develop. Chest pain may be experienced since the parasite may become imbedded in the diaphragm (the thin muscle separating the lungs from abdominal organs). Brad Miter --