Barbara, Lydia and George Baker are shown in the 1930 US Census in West New York Town, Hudson Co., New Jersey at 304 6th St. He is 58 and she 57. His occupation is noted 'Stage Hand/Theater'. None for her. I've sent a copy of this census to you. Perhaps you might look in New Jersey for any death records. Jean C. Michigan In a message dated 4/7/2012 3:25:49 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, bgranato53@gmail.com writes: We have a photograph from the 1890's to the 1900's which shows my great-grandfather's sister ("Aunt Lou" -- also known as Lulu) in costume, on top of a horse, with other women in costumes on horses. There is an arrow pointing to her which says "Aunt Lou Chicago", but what is even more interesting are three canopy tents in the background, and a wagon that shows "BARNU...." -- Clearly the start of the words "Barnum and Bailey." As far as I know, "Aunt Lou" was born as Lydia Lehman in Michigan in 1873; According to the 1900 federal census she was married to George Baker and living in Manhattan. It's interesting to note that in the 1900 census, her husband is an acrobat who has not been employed in 6 months. They are shown boarding with another couple, Robert and May Hodge -- and Robert is shown as a comedian who has not been employed for 6 months. I'm guessing that perhaps "Aunt Lou" met and married George Baker in the circus? And I'm also guessing that the Hodge's may have also been in the circus with them? I cannot find a marriage record for Aunt Lou; nor can I find a death record for her. Supposedly she was born in Michigan; but had ties to Chicago, and then lived in Manhattan. She had no children that I know of. This leaves me with many questions -- looking for marriage info and death info. Also wondering if there are any records of folks being employed by Barnum and Bailey in those early years... I find this to be a fascinating story in the works, and would welcome any help or suggestions. Thanks, everyone. Barbara in Whitesboro, NY _bgranato53@gmail.com_ (mailto:bgranato53@gmail.com)