  Long birth time series for Romania are investigated from Benford's law point
of view, distinguishing between families with a religious (Orthodox and
Non-Orthodox) affiliation. The data extend from Jan. 01, 1905 till Dec. 31,
2001, i.e. over 97 years or 35 429 days. The results point to a drastic
breakdown of Benford's law. Some interpretation is proposed, based on the
statistical aspects due to population sizes, rather than on human thought
constraints when the law breakdown is usually expected. Benford's law breakdown
clearly points to natural causes.
