This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Guyanoga1 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newyork.counties.yates/1835.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: There were two Dresdens in New York state in the earlier days. The one in Yates County was then West Dresden. It sounds as though the one you seek information from is the one in Washington County, NY. You should try that board as well. 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.