I also use the binder method. I like having the copy of something to look at. I have labels on the back of each one telling the content of the stuff inside and have one "bible" for each line that is for reference and ease. In it I have family group sheets, area maps, lists of where marriages, censuses and things. I find that having the information all in one book--divided by type--saves me from hunting for the actual record. Now my query: I have been searching in TN for my 3 great grandparents Noah and Hannah HICKS KELLEY and have found no TN census or tax list records at all for them. They were married in 1806 in Wilson Co. (I have a copy of record) and according to IL censuses 1840 onward, all of their at least 6 children were born in TN. It was suggested yesterday that possibly they are living with Hannah's family (Richard Hicks). The could also have been staying with a Kelley relative, but I have no idea of whom (no names or relations that I know of yet). I had not thought about the earlier censuses listing by name only the head of the household, and grouping the rest by age. Hannah and Noah were both born ca. 1785 and were married in 1806. Children were born ca. 1809, 1812, 1814, 1819, 1821, and 1823. (The six I know of) suggestions? comments? Pat in WA State