I believe I read on these boards a while ago that the term "widow" was used for other than a woman who's husband was dead. My reason for asking is my great grandmother, Emma Cox Miller, appears in the 1888-89 Chester City Directory as "widow of E.P.", yet I know my great grandfather, Ellis Pusey Miller was alive in November of 1890. They were in the middle of a divorce in 1888/89 and I wondered if this was a term that a woman would use if she was separated or felt she was "deserted" by her husband. Any information would be really appreciated. Thanks Joan **************A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1220439616x1201372437/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fwww.freecreditreport.com%2Fpm%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fsc%3D668072%26hmpgID %3D62%26bcd%3DfebemailfooterNO62)