If anyone has access to the book "Albemarle County Marriages 1780-1853" by Vogt & Kethley in the transcriptions b-(and then name) the ''b" would stand for "Bond," and "w" would be "witness" and "d" -- would this be dower? In the case of bride, the father's name appears after the d. Thank you in advance for your patience and knowledge on this matter. Sharon To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-roots.html