Sally Before Erie County was formed in 1838, the area was part of Huron County, however births were not normally recorded in Ohio until the mid-1850's. You can try at: Huron County Probate Court Huron County Courthouse Main St. Norwalk OH 44857 But I doubt that they will have anything that early. Your only other recourse is to attempt to find a baptismal record in whatever church they may have belonged to, but that would be difficult for that time period also. Sorry that I couldn't give you the assistance that you were hoping for. Carol > great-grandmother, > Mary Jane BEDORTHA, b. Sandusky, Ohio, December 25, 1837 (according to her > gravestone; other sources say 1836)? She was the daughter of Erastus and > Charlotte (Morgan) Bedortha. The 1850 census shows the family living in > Margaretta Township. > > I've tried following various online links, but I can't get through. > Frustrating! I'll appreciate any help.... Please e-mail me. Thanks! > > Sally > (SarahK618@aol.com) > > !^NavFont02F02840007QGHHI86E0C1 > > ==== OHERIE Mailing List ==== > Feel free to share your research tips, get help from others and discuss ideas on research and resources for Erie County.