In a message dated 10/2/02 1:03:28 AM, Ann writes: << I could use some help deciphering three notes on 1929 Valuation Lists for County Roscommon. I'm trying to track property occupation after Griffith's. 1. Under "Immediate Lessors", what is the meaning of "in fee L.A.D."? 2. One entry has the name Patrick Morrisroe. The "Patrick" is crossed out and above it is written "John." Below the Patrick is written "(James Watt)". I understand that John replaced Patrick as occupier but what does the (James Watt) mean? 3. Under "Observations" is the note "1925 WB". Haven't a clue what that means. Any help would be appreciated. Ann in South Carolina Ann, Could only find a clue on one of your questions--- Could "in fee L.A.D."? be L.A.P.? for Land Act Purchase? When the Land act was passed in 1891, people were able to purchase their farms. sorry couldn't help more, Janet C-S