Lee, Joao could be younger than Ana too.
Most people were Catholic in the Azores, so most have a baptism. But I'd find Joao's and Ana's marriage first, to confirm the foundling story. Sure, you'll find a baptism for a Joao in the time frame you give. You'll find a lot of them and some will have no parents and you won't know which one is yours. Start with the marriage, see if it gives an age, and work back in time. Cheri Mello Listowner, Azores-Gen Researching: Vila Franca, Ponta Garca, Ribeira Quente, Ribeira das Tainhas, Achada -- To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. Follow the confirmation directions when they arrive. For more options, such as changing to List, Digest, Abridged, or No Mail (vacation) mode, log into your Google account and visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/Azores. Click in the blue area on the right that says "Join this group" and it will take you to "Edit my membership."
