This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AdrianBrisee Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/topics.institutions.poorhouses.general/137.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: It might mean different things in different areas. In New York state that would mean they couldn't charge the maintenance fees to a particular town, that the county had to pay for the person's upkeep. I suspect it is a who has to pay notation. 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. <br>