Looks like I forgot a couple of really important searchable databases: Bureau of Land Management (now includes western states!) http://www.glorecords.blm.gov/ California Federal Land Records http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/ca/ca-land.htm Salem Public Library: Search Historic Photos http://www.open.org/~library/fotofind.html -- Cheri puny@mail.com --->>>^<<<--- Wasco Co., OR GenWeb site--> http://www.historysavers.com/orwasco/