I was researching my Watsons, and I discovered that this County was saved from the fire that destroyed the 1890 Census. Here it is: Riverbend Township Gaston State North Carolina Enumerated in June 1890. All last names Watson Head: Elizabeth Watson -White -Female -Widowed, age 40 Mother of five children, 4 living, Place of Birth GA - Profession - housewife, able to read - yes, able to write - yes, able to speak English - yes. (It was left blank where it asked for the place of birth of her father and mother). John (it looks like an O or a B) Watson - White - son, Male, 14 years, single, Place of Birth - GA, Place of birth of Father - GA, Place of birth Mother - GA. Profession - At home, Able to read and write - No. Able to speak English. June Watson - White -Daughter 8 years.Place of Birth - GA. Place of Birth of Father - GA, Place of Birth Mother - GA - Profession - at home. Read and Write - No - Speak English - Yes. None were suffering from any chronic diseases, none were defective in mind, hearing or speech. None were a prisoner, convict, homeless child, or pauper. Hope this helps someone. Fern