Mary Brown

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F, #30781, b. Before 8 June 1800
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| Birth | Before 8 June 1800 | Mary Brown was born Before 8 June 1800. |
| Baptism | 8 June 1800 | Mary was baptised on 8 June 1800 at St Lawrence in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.1 |
| Marriage | 5 October 1818 | Thomas Bailey and she were married on 5 October 1818 at St Michael & All Angels in Horton, Staffordshire, EnglandG.2 |
Other Facts
| Name | 5 October 1818 | As of 5 October 1818, Mary Brown was also known as Mary Bailey.2 |
Citations
- [S817] Baptism Transcript, St Lawrence (Biddulph), 1685-1836 "Mary Brown 1800 08 June John & Sarah"
- [S1666] E-mails from Dennis Wood to Alan Bennett, Jul 2007- ""
Thomas Brown

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M, #30782, b. Between 31 March 1801 and 30 March 1802, d. 26 June 1865
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| Birth | Between 31 March 1801 and 30 March 1802 | Thomas Brown was born Between 31 March 1801 and 30 March 1802 in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.1 |
| Baptism | 7 November 1802 | Thomas was baptised on 7 November 1802 at St Lawrence in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.2 |
| Marriage | 3 April 1825 | He and Elizabeth Gibson were married on 3 April 1825 at St Michael & All Angels in Horton, Staffordshire, EnglandG. |
| Death | 26 June 1865 | He died on 26 June 1865 at Cloud Farm in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG. |
Census
| Census1841 | 6 June 1841 | He was enumerated as the Head of Household in the 1841 Census for Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG, on 6 June 1841 and resided at Dial Lane. Also present were Elizabeth Gibson, Charles Brown, William Brown, Thomas Brown, Elizabeth Brown, and Moses Brown.3 |
| Census1851 | 30 March 1851 | He was enumerated as the Head of Household in the 1851 Census for Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG, on 30 March 1851 and resided at Dial Lane. Also present were Elizabeth Gibson, Charles Brown, William Brown, Elizabeth Brown, Moses Brown, Sarah Brown, Martha Brown, and William Gibson.1 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 26 March 1826 | On 26 March 1826 Thomas Brown was a labourer.4 |
| Occupation | 6 June 1841 | On 6 June 1841 Thomas Brown was a coal miner.3 |
| Occupation | 30 March 1851 | On 30 March 1851 Thomas Brown was a farmerof 90 acres of land.1 |
| Occupation | 21 April 1856 | On 21 April 1856 Thomas Brown was a farmer.5 |
| Residence | 19 June 1859 | He lived in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG, on 19 June 1859 and resided at Cloud Farm. Also present were Elizabeth Gibson, Sarah Brown, and Martha Brown.6 |
| Occupation | 19 June 1859 | On 19 June 1859 Thomas Brown was a farmer.6 |
Citations
- [S643] UK National Census for 1851 for UK, "Archive reference HO107Piece number 2167Folio 613Page 43"

- [S817] Baptism Transcript, St Lawrence (Biddulph), 1685-1836 "Thomas Brown 1802 07 November John & Sarah"
- [S679] UK National Census for 1841 for UK, "Archive reference HO107Piece number 986Book number 15Folio number 22Page number 4"

- [S4048] Website Find My Past (www.findmypast.com) "First name(s) CharlesLast name BrownBaptism year 1826Baptism date 26 Mar 1826Baptism place Biddulph, St LawrenceDenomination AnglicanFather's first name(s) ThomasMother's first name(s) ElizabethCounty StaffordshireCountry EnglandArchive reference D3539/1/6Page 109Register type BaptismRecord set Staffordshire BaptismsCategory Birth, Marriage, Death & Parish RecordsSubcategory Parish BaptismsCollections from England, Great Britain"

- [S4048] Website Find My Past (www.findmypast.com) "First name(s) MaryLast name MitchellAge 27Birth year 1829Marriage year 1856Marriage date 21 Apr 1856Marriage place Biddulph, St LawrenceDenomination AnglicanResidence Timbers Brook, BuglawtonFather's first name(s) ThomasFather's last name MitchellSpouse's first name(s) CharlesSpouse's last name BrownSpouse's age 30Spouse's residence Dial Lane, BiddulphSpouse's father's first name(s) ThomasSpouse's father's last name BrownCounty StaffordshireCountry EnglandArchive reference D3539/1/14Page 249Register type MarriageRecord set Staffordshire MarriagesCategory Birth, Marriage, Death & Parish RecordsSubcategory Parish MarriagesCollections from England, Great Britain"

- [S4048] Website Find My Past (www.findmypast.com) "First name(s) MarthaLast name BrownBirth year 1842Birth date 11 May 1842Baptism year 1859Baptism date 19 Jun 1859Baptism place Biddulph, St LawrenceDenomination AnglicanFather's first name(s) ThomasMother's first name(s) Elizabeth GibsonCounty StaffordshireCountry EnglandArchive reference D3539/1/8Page 59Register type BaptismRecord set Staffordshire BaptismsCategory Birth, Marriage, Death & Parish RecordsSubcategory Parish BaptismsCollections from England, Great Britain"

Matthew Brown

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M, #30784, b. Before 19 November 1780, d. 12 December 1846
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10 January 2025 |
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| Birth | Before 19 November 1780 | Matthew Brown was born Before 19 November 1780. |
| Baptism | 19 November 1780 | Matthew was baptised on 19 November 1780 at St Lawrence in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.1 |
| Marriage | 26 February 1805 | He and Sarah Hankes were married on 26 February 1805 at St Edward the Confessor in Leek, Staffordshire, England, united KingdomG.2 |
| Death | 12 December 1846 | He died on 12 December 1846 at Greenaway Moor in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.2,3,4 |
| Burial | 17 December 1846 | He was buried on 17 December 1846 at St Lawrence in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG,by W H Holt.4 |
Census
| Census1841 | 6 June 1841 | He was enumerated as the Head of Household in the 1841 Census for Biddulph Moor, Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG, on 6 June 1841 and resided at Bailey's Hill. Also present were Sarah Hankes, Judith Brown, and Joseph Brown.5 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 16 October 1814 | On 16 October 1814 Matthew Brown was a labourer.6 |
| Occupation | 8 June 1817 | On 8 June 1817 Matthew Brown was a labourer.7 |
| Occupation | 3 November 1822 | On 3 November 1822 Matthew Brown was a labourer at Greenway Moor in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.8 |
| Occupation | 2 April 1826 | On 2 April 1826 Matthew Brown was a labourer.9 |
| Occupation | 11 October 1829 | On 11 October 1829 Matthew Brown was a labourer.10 |
| Occupation | 7 June 1841 | On 7 June 1841 Matthew Brown was a coalminer.5 |
Citations
- [S817] Baptism Transcript, St Lawrence (Biddulph), 1685-1836 "Matthew Brown 1780 19 November John & Sarah"
- [S1666] E-mails from Dennis Wood to Alan Bennett, Jul 2007- ""
- [S640] Website Cheshire BMD (http://cheshirebmd.org.uk/) "Cheshire East : CON/7/67"
- [S4048] Website Find My Past (www.findmypast.com) "First name(s) MatthewLast name BrownAge 67Birth year 1779Death year 1846Death date 12 Dec 1846Burial year 1846Burial date 17 Dec 1846Burial place Biddulph, St LawrenceDenomination AnglicanCounty StaffordshireCountry EnglandArchive reference D3539/1/19Page 192Register type BurialRecord set Staffordshire BurialsCategory Birth, Marriage, Death & Parish RecordsSubcategory Parish BurialsCollections from England, Great Britain"

- [S679] UK National Census for 1841 for UK, "HO 107/986/15 f33 p26"

- [S817] Baptism Transcript, St Lawrence (Biddulph), 1685-1836 "Olive Brown 1814 16 October Matthew & Sarah Greenaway Moor Labourer"
- [S817] Baptism Transcript, St Lawrence (Biddulph), 1685-1836 "Mary Ann Brown 1817 08 June Matthew & Sarah Greenaway Moor Labourer"
- [S817] Baptism Transcript, St Lawrence (Biddulph), 1685-1836 "Sarah Browne 1822 03 November Matthew & Sarah Greenaway Moor Labourer"
- [S817] Baptism Transcript, St Lawrence (Biddulph), 1685-1836 "Judith Brown 1826 02 April Matthew & Sarah Greenaway Moor Labourer"
- [S817] Baptism Transcript, St Lawrence (Biddulph), 1685-1836 "Thomas Brown 1829 11 October Matthew & Sarah Greenaway Moor Labourer"
Sarah Hankes

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F, #30785, b. Between 8 June 1786 and 7 June 1791
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10 January 2025 |
Relationships
| Relationships | Partner of Matthew Brown (1st cousin 6 times removed of Susan Brown ) |
Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Birth | Between 8 June 1786 and 7 June 1791 | Sarah Hankes was born Between 8 June 1786 and 7 June 1791 in Staffordshire, EnglandG.1 |
| Marriage | 26 February 1805 | Matthew Brown and she were married on 26 February 1805 at St Edward the Confessor in Leek, Staffordshire, England, united KingdomG.2 |
Census
| Member Of Household | 6 June 1841 | She was enumerated as the Member Of Household of Matthew Brown in the 1841 Census for Biddulph Moor, Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG, on 6 June 1841. They resided at Bailey's Hill.1 |
Other Facts
| Name | 26 February 1805 | As of 26 February 1805, Sarah Hankes was also known as Sarah Brown.2 |
Citations
- [S679] UK National Census for 1841 for UK, "HO 107/986/15 f33 p26"

- [S1666] E-mails from Dennis Wood to Alan Bennett, Jul 2007- ""
Olive Brown

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F, #30786, b. Before 22 September 1805, d. 14 April 1808
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10 January 2025 |
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| Birth | Before 22 September 1805 | Olive Brown was born Before 22 September 1805. |
| Baptism | 22 September 1805 | Olive was baptised on 22 September 1805 at St Lawrence in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.1 |
| Death | 14 April 1808 | She died on 14 April 1808.2 |
Citations
- [S817] Baptism Transcript, St Lawrence (Biddulph), 1685-1836 "Olive Brown 1805 22 September Matthew & Sarah"
- [S1666] E-mails from Dennis Wood to Alan Bennett, Jul 2007- ""
Hannah Brown

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F, #30787, b. Before 14 April 1808
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10 January 2025 |
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| Birth | Before 14 April 1808 | Hannah Brown was born Before 14 April 1808. |
| Baptism | 14 April 1808 | Hannah was baptised on 14 April 1808 at St Lawrence in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.1 |
Citations
- [S817] Baptism Transcript, St Lawrence (Biddulph), 1685-1836 "Hannah Brown 1808 14 April Matthew & Sarah"
John Brown

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M, #30788, b. Before 10 March 1811
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| Birth | Before 10 March 1811 | John Brown was born Before 10 March 1811. |
| Baptism | 10 March 1811 | John was baptised on 10 March 1811 at St Lawrence in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.1 |
Citations
- [S817] Baptism Transcript, St Lawrence (Biddulph), 1685-1836 "John Brown 1811 10 March Matthew & Sarah"
Olive Brown

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F, #30789, b. Before 16 October 1814
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10 January 2025 |
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| Birth | Before 16 October 1814 | Olive Brown was born Before 16 October 1814 at Greenaway Moor in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.1 |
| Baptism | 16 October 1814 | Olive was baptised on 16 October 1814 at St Lawrence in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.1 |
Citations
- [S817] Baptism Transcript, St Lawrence (Biddulph), 1685-1836 "Olive Brown 1814 16 October Matthew & Sarah Greenaway Moor Labourer"
Mary Ann Brown

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F, #30790, b. Before 8 June 1817
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10 January 2025 |
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| Birth | Before 8 June 1817 | Mary Ann Brown was born Before 8 June 1817 at Greenaway Moor in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.1 |
| Baptism | 8 June 1817 | Mary Ann was baptised on 8 June 1817 at St Lawrence in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.1 |
Citations
- [S817] Baptism Transcript, St Lawrence (Biddulph), 1685-1836 "Mary Ann Brown 1817 08 June Matthew & Sarah Greenaway Moor Labourer"
Sarah Brown

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F, #30791, b. Before 3 November 1822
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| Birth | Before 3 November 1822 | Sarah Brown was born Before 3 November 1822 at Greenaway Moor in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.1 |
| Baptism | 3 November 1822 | Sarah was baptised on 3 November 1822 at St Lawrence in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.1 |
Citations
- [S817] Baptism Transcript, St Lawrence (Biddulph), 1685-1836 "Sarah Browne 1822 03 November Matthew & Sarah Greenaway Moor Labourer"
Judith Brown

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F, #30792, b. Before 2 April 1826, d. 1911
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10 January 2025 |
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| Birth | Before 2 April 1826 | Judith Brown was born Before 2 April 1826 at Greenway Moor in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.1 |
| Baptism | 2 April 1826 | Judith was baptised on 2 April 1826 at St Lawrence in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.1 |
| Death | 1911 | She died in 1911 in Leek, Staffordshire, England, united KingdomG.2 |
Census
| Member Of Household | 6 June 1841 | She was enumerated as the Member Of Household of Matthew Brown in the 1841 Census for Biddulph Moor, Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG, on 6 June 1841. They resided at Bailey's Hill.3 |
Citations
- [S817] Baptism Transcript, St Lawrence (Biddulph), 1685-1836 "Judith Brown 1826 02 April Matthew & Sarah Greenaway Moor Labourer"
- [S1666] E-mails from Dennis Wood to Alan Bennett, Jul 2007- ""
- [S679] UK National Census for 1841 for UK, "HO 107/986/15 f33 p26"

Thomas Brown

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M, #30793, b. Before 11 October 1829, d. April 1830
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10 January 2025 |
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| Birth | Before 11 October 1829 | Thomas Brown was born Before 11 October 1829 at Greenway Moor in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.1 |
| Baptism | 11 October 1829 | Thomas was baptised on 11 October 1829 at St Lawrence in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.1,2 |
| Death | April 1830 | He died in April 1830 at Greenaway Moor in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.3 |
| Burial | 28 April 1830 | He was buried on 28 April 1830 at St Lawrence in Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.3 |
Citations
- [S817] Baptism Transcript, St Lawrence (Biddulph), 1685-1836 "Thomas Brown 1829 11 October Matthew & Sarah Greenaway Moor Labourer"
- [S4048] Website Find My Past (www.findmypast.com) "First name(s) ThomasLast name BrownBaptism year 1829Baptism date 11 Oct 1829Baptism place Biddulph, St LawrenceDenomination AnglicanFather's first name(s) MatthewMother's first name(s) SarahCounty StaffordshireCountry EnglandArchive reference D3539/1/6Page 144Register type BaptismRecord set Staffordshire BaptismsCategory Birth, Marriage, Death & Parish RecordsSubcategory Parish BaptismsCollections from England, Great Britain"

- [S4048] Website Find My Past (www.findmypast.com) "First name(s) ThomasLast name BrownAge 0Birth year 1830Death year 1830Death date ? ? 1830Burial year 1830Burial date 28 Apr 1830Burial place Biddulph, St LawrenceDenomination AnglicanCounty StaffordshireCountry EnglandArchive reference D3539/1/19Page 83Register type BurialRecord set Staffordshire BurialsCategory Birth, Marriage, Death & Parish RecordsSubcategory Parish BurialsCollections from England, Great Britain"

Joseph Brown

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M, #30794, b. Between 8 June 1816 and 7 June 1821, d. 14 September 1891
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| Birth | Between 8 June 1816 and 7 June 1821 | Joseph Brown was born Between 8 June 1816 and 7 June 1821 in Staffordshire, EnglandG.1 |
| Death | 14 September 1891 | He died on 14 September 1891 at Bailey's Hill in Biddulph Moor, Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG.2 |
Census
| Member Of Household | 6 June 1841 | He was enumerated as the Member Of Household of Matthew Brown in the 1841 Census for Biddulph Moor, Biddulph, Staffordshire, EnglandG, on 6 June 1841. They resided at Bailey's Hill.1 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 7 June 1841 | On 7 June 1841 Joseph Brown was a coal miner.1 |
Citations
- [S679] UK National Census for 1841 for UK, "HO 107/986/15 f33 p26"

- [S1666] E-mails from Dennis Wood to Alan Bennett, Jul 2007- ""
Isabella 'Bella' Bennett

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F, #30795, b. 30 July 1908, d. 12 January 1993
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10 January 2025 |
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| Birth | 30 July 1908 | Isabella 'Bella' Bennett was born on 30 July 1908 at 31 Hawthorndale Road in Seacombe, Cheshire, EnglandG.1,2,3,4,5 |
| Baptism | 13 September 1908 | Isabella 'Bella' was baptised on 13 September 1908 at St Paul in Seacombe, Cheshire, EnglandG.6 |
| Marriage | 3 December 1929 | William Williams and she were married on 3 December 1929 at Register Office in Birkenhead, Cheshire, EnglandG.7,1,8 |
| Death | 12 January 1993 | She died on 12 January 1993 at age 84 at Homecrest Nursing Home, 49-55 Falkland Road, in Wallasey, Cheshire, EnglandG.1,4 |
Census
| Daughter | 2 April 1911 | She was enumerated as the Daughter of James Bennett in the 1911 Census for Seacombe, Cheshire, EnglandG, on 2 April 1911. They resided at 31 Hawthorndale Road.9 |
| Daughter | 19 June 1921 | She was enumerated as the Daughter of James Bennett in the 1921 Census for Seacombe, Cheshire, EnglandG, on 19 June 1921. They resided at 31 Hawthorndale Road. Also present were Kate Blundell, Annie Bennett, Minnie Bennett, Charlotte Bennett, and Henry Blundell Bennett.10 |
| Household Member | 29 September 1939 | She was enumerated as the Household Member of William Williams in the 1939 Census for Seacombe, Cheshire, EnglandG, on 29 September 1939. They resided at 31 Hawthorndale Road.5 |
Other Facts
| Photograph | About 1916 |  Back row, from left to right: Lottie (Charlotte), Kitty (Mary Catharine), Annie, Minnie;Front row, from left to right: Esther and Isabella |
| Name | 19 June 1921 | As of 19 June 1921, Isabella 'Bella' Bennett was also known as Bella Bennett.11 |
| Occupation | 19 June 1921 | On 19 June 1921 Isabella 'Bella' Bennett was a fulltime scholar.11 |
| Residence | 3 December 1929 | She lived in Seacombe, Cheshire, EnglandG, on 3 December 1929 and resided at 31 Hawthorndale Road.8 |
| Name | 3 December 1929 | As of 3 December 1929, Isabella 'Bella' Bennett was also known as Isabella 'Bella' Williams.7,1 |
| Occupation | 29 September 1939 | On 29 September 1939 Isabella 'Bella' Bennett was an employed in unpaid domestic duties.5 |
Citations
- [S1667] E-mails from Elaine Conway to Alan Bennett, 2007 ""
- [S648] Website FreeBMD (http://freebmd.rootsweb.com/) "Births Sep 1908 Bennett Isabella Birkenhead 8a 591"
- [S2696] Copy of the entry of birth of Isabella Bennett, 30 July 1918 ""
- [S2703] Copy death certificate of Isabella Williams, 12 January 1993 ""
- [S13264] National Health Service Register for UK (online image) "Ref: RG101/3964C/018/36 Letter Code: LDBT"

- [S1678] Baptisms, St Paul (Seacombe), 30 April 1906-13 August 1911 "p82/734"
- [S640] Website Cheshire BMD (http://cheshirebmd.org.uk/) "Wirral : BW/147/25"
- [S2710] Copy marriage certificate of William Williams and Isabella Bennett, 3 December 1929 ""
- [S4042] UK National Census for 1911 for UK, "RG14PN22099 RG78PN1310B RD452 SD3 ED47 SN290"

- [S13443] UK National Census for 1921 for UK, "Record ID GBC/1921/RG15/17277/0431/01 https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1921/RG15/17277/0431/01"

- [S13443] UK National Census for 1921 for UK, "Record ID GBC/1921/RG15/17277/0431/04 https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1921/RG15/17277/0431/04"

William Williams

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M, #30796, b. 21 April 1900, d. 6 November 1942
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10 January 2025 |
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| Relationships | Partner of Isabella 'Bella' Bennett (3rd cousin 2 times removed of Robert Alan Bennett) |
Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Birth | 21 April 1900 | William Williams was born on 21 April 1900 in Poulton cum Seacombe, Cheshire, EnglandG.1,2 |
| Marriage | 3 December 1929 | He and Isabella 'Bella' Bennett were married on 3 December 1929 at Register Office in Birkenhead, Cheshire, EnglandG.3,1,4 |
| Death | 6 November 1942 | He died His ship was torpedoed fired by U-625 about 20 miles southeast of Spitzbergen.A list of those killed is found at : [WEB:]https://www.uboat.net/allies/merchants/crews/ship2382.html[:WEB] on 6 November 1942 at age 42.1,5 |
Census
| 1939Register | 29 September 1939 | He was enumerated as the Head of Household in the 1939 Census for Seacombe, Cheshire, EnglandG, on 29 September 1939 and resided at 31 Hawthorndale Road. Also present were Isabella 'Bella' Bennett and Sarah Marian Williams.2 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 3 December 1929 | On 3 December 1929 William Williams was a builders labourer.4 |
| Residence | 3 December 1929 | He lived in Wallasey, Cheshire, EnglandG, on 3 December 1929 and resided at 20 Guildford Street.4 |
| Occupation | 29 September 1939 | On 29 September 1939 William Williams was a general labourer.2 |
| WW11 | | He served in the Second World War; as a a gunner (DEMS gunner.)6,7 |
Citations
- [S1667] E-mails from Elaine Conway to Alan Bennett, 2007 ""
- [S13264] National Health Service Register for UK (online image) "Ref: RG101/3964C/018/36 Letter Code: LDBT"

- [S640] Website Cheshire BMD (http://cheshirebmd.org.uk/) "Wirral : BW/147/25"
- [S2710] Copy marriage certificate of William Williams and Isabella Bennett, 3 December 1929 ""
- [S16923] Webpage Ships Hit By U-Boats - Empire Sky (https://www.uboat.net/allies/merchants/ship/2382.html) ""
- [S2703] Copy death certificate of Isabella Williams, 12 January 1993 ""
- [S16924] Webpage Ships Hit By U-Boats - William Williams (https://www.uboat.net/allies/merchants/crews/person/70836.html) ""
Kevin Carolan

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M, #30798, b. 21 January 1928, d. 4 May 1992
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10 January 2025 |
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Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Birth | 21 January 1928 | Kevin Carolan was born on 21 January 1928 in Drogheda, County Louth, IrelandG.1 |
| Death | 4 May 1992 | He died on 4 May 1992 at age 64 in Wallasey, Cheshire, EnglandG.1 |
| Burial | May 1992 | He was buried in May 1992 at Landican Cemetery, Arrowe Pk Rd, in Landican, Cheshire, EnglandG.1 |
Other Facts
| Residence | 25 May 1958 | He lived in Moreton, Cheshire, EnglandG, on 25 May 1958 and resided at 83 Berrylands Road.2 |
| Emigration | September 1966 | Kevin Carolan emigrated in September 1966 from EnglandG.1 |
| Immigration | September 1966 | He immigrated in September 1966 to AustraliaG.1 |
| Immigration | May 1974 | He immigrated in May 1974 to EnglandG.1 |
| Emigration | May 1974 | He emigrated in May 1974 from AustraliaG.1 |
Citations
- [S1667] E-mails from Elaine Conway to Alan Bennett, 2007 ""
- [S2909] Baptism Certificate of Elaine Carolan, 25 May 1958.
Living
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M, #30800
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
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Esther Bennett

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F, #30801, b. 2 October 1912, d. Before March 1919
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
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| Birth | 2 October 1912 | Esther Bennett was born on 2 October 1912 at 31 Hawthorndale Road in Seacombe, Cheshire, EnglandG.1,2,3,4 |
| Baptism | 20 October 1912 | Esther was baptised on 20 October 1912 at St Paul in Seacombe, Cheshire, EnglandG.3 |
| Death | Before March 1919 | She died Before March 1919. |
| Death Reg | March 1919 | Her death was registered in the March Quarter of 1919 in the Birkenhead Registration District.5 |
Other Facts
| Witness | About 1916 |  Back row, from left to right: Lottie (Charlotte), Kitty (Mary Catharine), Annie, Minnie;Front row, from left to right: Esther and Isabella |
Citations
- [S648] Website FreeBMD (http://freebmd.rootsweb.com/) "Births Dec 1912 Bennett Esther Blundell Birkenhead 8a 1038"
- [S1667] E-mails from Elaine Conway to Alan Bennett, 2007 ""
- [S1679] Baptisms, St Paul (Seacombe), 13 August 1911-4 June 1916 "p164/1475"
- [S2695] Copy of the entry of birth of Esther Bennett, 2 October 1912 ""
- [S673] General Record Office Indexes "Name: BENNETT, EstherRegistration District: BirkenheadCounty: CheshireYear of Registration: 1919Quarter of Registration: Jan-Feb-MarAge at death: 6Volume No: 8APage No: 1071"
Charlotte Bennett

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F, #30803, b. 16 December 1913, d. 23 February 1976
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10 January 2025 |
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| Birth | 16 December 1913 | Charlotte Bennett was born on 16 December 1913 at Wallasey Registration District in Cheshire, EnglandG.1,2,3,4 |
| Marriage | 25 January 1936 | John Joseph Hughes and she were married on 25 January 1936 at St Paul in Seacombe, Cheshire, EnglandG.2,5 |
| Death | 23 February 1976 | She died on 23 February 1976 at age 62 at Clatterbridge Hospital in Bebington, Cheshire, EnglandG.2,4 |
Census
Other Facts
| Witness | About 1916 |  Back row, from left to right: Lottie (Charlotte), Kitty (Mary Catharine), Annie, Minnie;Front row, from left to right: Esther and Isabella |
| Occupation | 19 June 1921 | On 19 June 1921 Charlotte Bennett was a fulltime scholar.7 |
| Reseal | 25 January 1936 | She was resealed on 25 January 1936 in Seacombe, Cheshire, EnglandG.5 |
| Name | 29 January 1936 | As of 29 January 1936, Charlotte Bennett was also known as Charlotte Hughes.2 |
| Occupation | 1975 | In 1975 Charlotte Bennett was a canteen cleaner.4 |
| Witness | 23 February 1976 | She lived in the residence of John Joseph Hughes at 6 Burnside Avenue in Wallasey, Merseyside, EnglandG, on 23 February 1976.4 |
Citations
- [S648] Website FreeBMD (http://freebmd.rootsweb.com/) "Births Mar 1914 BENNETT Charlotte Blundell Birkenhead 8a 1030"
- [S1667] E-mails from Elaine Conway to Alan Bennett, 2007 ""
- [S2693] Copy of the entry of birth of Charlotte Bennett, 16 December 1913 ""
- [S2707] Copy death certificate of Charlotte Hughes, 23 February 1976 ""
- [S2709] Copy marriage certificate of John Jospeh Hughes and Charlotte Bennett, 25 January 1936 ""
- [S13443] UK National Census for 1921 for UK, "Record ID GBC/1921/RG15/17277/0431/01 https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1921/RG15/17277/0431/01"

- [S13443] UK National Census for 1921 for UK, "Record ID GBC/1921/RG15/17277/0431/06 https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1921/RG15/17277/0431/06"

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M, #30805
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10 January 2025 |
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Living
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M, #30806
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
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David Furmston
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M, #30808, b. Between 4 April 1820 and 2 April 1821
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10 January 2025 |
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| Birth | Between 4 April 1820 and 2 April 1821 | David Furmston was born Between 4 April 1820 and 2 April 1821 in Ruyton of the XI Towns, Shropshire, EnglandG.1,2 |
| Marriage | 3 May 1844 | He and Sarah Sockett were married on 3 May 1844 at St Michael and All Angels in Loppington, Shropshire, EnglandG.3 |
| Marr Reg | June 1844 | The marriage of David Furmston and Sarah Sockett was registered in the June Quarter of 1844 in the Wem Registration District.4 |
Census
| Census1861 | 7 April 1861 | He was enumerated as the Head of Household in the 1861 Census for on 7 April 1861. Also present were Sarah Sockett, Richard Furmston, David Furmston, Sarah Ann Furmston, Emma Furmston, Hannah Furmston, Elizabeth Furmston, William Price, and James Evans.5 |
| Census1871 | 2 April 1871 | He was enumerated as the Head of Household in the 1871 Census for on 2 April 1871. Also present were Sarah Sockett, Richard Furmston, Hannah Furmston, Elizabeth Furmston, and John Furmston.1 |
| Census1881 | 3 April 1881 | He was enumerated as the Head of Household in the 1881 Census for on 3 April 1881. Also present were Sarah Sockett, Richard Furmston, Emma Furmston, John Furmston, and Charles Rogers.2 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 3 May 1844 | On 3 May 1844 David Furmston was a blacksmith.3 |
| Residence | 3 May 1844 | He lived in Burlton, Shropshire, EnglandG, on 3 May 1844.3 |
| Occupation | 7 April 1861 | On 7 April 1861 David Furmston was a blacksmith.5 |
| Occupation | 2 April 1871 | On 2 April 1871 David Furmston was a blacksmith.1 |
| Occupation | 3 April 1881 | On 3 April 1881 David Furmston was a blacksmith.2 |
Citations
- [S605] UK National Census for 1871 for UK, "RG10/2790 f50a p22 108"

- [S1204] UK National Census for 1881 for UK, "RG11/2666 f46a p20 94"

- [S4048] Website Find My Past (www.findmypast.com) "First name(s) DavidLast name FurmstonMarriage year 1844Marriage date 03 May 1844Marriage place LoppingtonDenomination AnglicanResidence BurttonAge Full AgeFather's first name(s) SammuelFather's last name FurmstonSpouse's first name(s) SaraSpouse's last name SackettSpouse's residence BurttonSpouse's age Full AgeSpouse's father's first name(s) RichardSpouse's father's last name SackettCounty ShropshireRegister date range 1837-1900Archive reference P173/A/3/3Page 16Register type MarriageRecord set Shropshire MarriagesCategory Birth, Marriage, Death & Parish RecordsSubcategory Parish MarriagesCollections from Great Britain, England"

- [S648] Website FreeBMD (http://freebmd.rootsweb.com/) "Marriages Jun 1844Furmston David Wem 18 325Sockett Sarah Wem 18 325"
- [S650] UK National Census for 1861 for UK, "RG9/1885 f41a p6 29"

Sarah Sockett
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F, #30809, b. Between 3 April 1820 and 7 April 1820
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| Birth | Between 3 April 1820 and 7 April 1820 | Sarah Sockett was born Between 3 April 1820 and 7 April 1820 in Kinnerley, Shropshire, EnglandG.1,2 |
| Marriage | 3 May 1844 | David Furmston and she were married on 3 May 1844 at St Michael and All Angels in Loppington, Shropshire, EnglandG.3 |
| Marr Reg | June 1844 | The marriage of Sarah Sockett and David Furmston was registered in the June Quarter of 1844 in the Wem Registration District.4 |
Census
| Wife | 7 April 1861 | She was enumerated as the Wife of David Furmston in the 1861 Census for on 7 April 1861.2 |
| Wife | 2 April 1871 | She was enumerated as the Wife of David Furmston in the 1871 Census for on 2 April 1871.1 |
| Wife | 3 April 1881 | She was enumerated as the Wife of David Furmston in the 1881 Census for on 3 April 1881.5 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 3 May 1844 | On 3 May 1844 Sarah Sockett was a servant.3 |
| Residence | 3 May 1844 | She lived in Burlton, Shropshire, EnglandG, on 3 May 1844.3 |
| Name | 3 May 1844 | As of 3 May 1844, Sarah Sockett was also known as Sarah Furmston.3 |
Citations
- [S605] UK National Census for 1871 for UK, "RG10/2790 f50a p22 108"

- [S650] UK National Census for 1861 for UK, "RG9/1885 f41a p6 29"

- [S4048] Website Find My Past (www.findmypast.com) "First name(s) DavidLast name FurmstonMarriage year 1844Marriage date 03 May 1844Marriage place LoppingtonDenomination AnglicanResidence BurttonAge Full AgeFather's first name(s) SammuelFather's last name FurmstonSpouse's first name(s) SaraSpouse's last name SackettSpouse's residence BurttonSpouse's age Full AgeSpouse's father's first name(s) RichardSpouse's father's last name SackettCounty ShropshireRegister date range 1837-1900Archive reference P173/A/3/3Page 16Register type MarriageRecord set Shropshire MarriagesCategory Birth, Marriage, Death & Parish RecordsSubcategory Parish MarriagesCollections from Great Britain, England"


- [S648] Website FreeBMD (http://freebmd.rootsweb.com/) "Marriages Jun 1844Furmston David Wem 18 325Sockett Sarah Wem 18 325"
- [S1204] UK National Census for 1881 for UK, "RG11/2666 f46a p20 94"

Robert Moore
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M, #30810, b. Between 6 April 1863 and 5 April 1864
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| Birth | Between 6 April 1863 and 5 April 1864 | Robert Moore was born Between 6 April 1863 and 5 April 1864 in Spalding, Lincolnshire, EnglandG.1 |
| Marriage | | He and Elizabeth A were married.1 |
Census
| Boarder | 5 April 1891 | He was enumerated as the Boarder of Thomas Ward in the 1891 Census for Lower Walton, Cheshire, EnglandG, on 5 April 1891. They resided at Village Road.1 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 5 April 1891 | On 5 April 1891 Robert Moore was a city missionary.1 |
Citations
- [S675] UK National Census for 1891 for UK, "RG12/2830 f19a p10 50"

Elizabeth A
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F, #30811, b. Between 6 April 1864 and 5 April 1865
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| Birth | Between 6 April 1864 and 5 April 1865 | Elizabeth A was born Between 6 April 1864 and 5 April 1865 in Croyland, Lincolnshire, EnglandG.1 |
| Marriage | | Robert Moore and she were married.1 |
Census
| Boarder | 5 April 1891 | She was enumerated as the Boarder of Thomas Ward in the 1891 Census for Lower Walton, Cheshire, EnglandG, on 5 April 1891. They resided at Village Road.1 |
Other Facts
| Name | | Elizabeth A was also known as Elizabeth A Moore.1 |
Citations
- [S675] UK National Census for 1891 for UK, "RG12/2830 f19a p10 50"

Richard Furmston
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M, #30812, b. Between 8 April 1844 and 2 April 1845
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| Birth | Between 8 April 1844 and 2 April 1845 | Richard Furmston was born Between 8 April 1844 and 2 April 1845 in Cockshutt, Shropshire, EnglandG.1,2 |
Census
| Son | 7 April 1861 | He was enumerated as the Son of David Furmston in the 1861 Census for on 7 April 1861.2 |
| Son | 2 April 1871 | He was enumerated as the Son of David Furmston in the 1871 Census for on 2 April 1871.1 |
| Son | 3 April 1881 | He was enumerated as the Son of David Furmston in the 1881 Census for on 3 April 1881.3 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 7 April 1861 | On 7 April 1861 Richard Furmston was a blacksmith.2 |
| Occupation | 3 April 1881 | On 3 April 1881 Richard Furmston was a blacksmith.3 |
Citations
- [S605] UK National Census for 1871 for UK, "RG10/2790 f50a p22 108"

- [S650] UK National Census for 1861 for UK, "RG9/1885 f41a p6 29"

- [S1204] UK National Census for 1881 for UK, "RG11/2666 f46a p20 94"

Hannah Furmston
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F, #30813, b. Between 8 April 1856 and 2 April 1857
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| Birth | Between 8 April 1856 and 2 April 1857 | Hannah Furmston was born Between 8 April 1856 and 2 April 1857 in Great Ness, Shropshire, EnglandG.1,2 |
| Baptism | 19 April 1857 | Hannah was baptised on 19 April 1857 at St Mary in Great Ness, Shropshire, EnglandG.3 |
Census
| Daughter | 7 April 1861 | She was enumerated as the Daughter of David Furmston in the 1861 Census for on 7 April 1861.2 |
| Daughter | 2 April 1871 | She was enumerated as the Daughter of David Furmston in the 1871 Census for on 2 April 1871.1 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 2 April 1871 | On 2 April 1871 Hannah Furmston was a scholar.1 |
Citations
- [S605] UK National Census for 1871 for UK, "RG10/2790 f50a p22 108"

- [S650] UK National Census for 1861 for UK, "RG9/1885 f41a p6 29"

- [S604] Website IGI (www.familysearch.org) "C015402"
John Furmston
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M, #30814, b. 6 December 1861
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| Birth | 6 December 1861 | John Furmston was born on 6 December 1861 in Great Ness, Shropshire, EnglandG.1,2 |
| Baptism | 5 January 1862 | John was baptised on 5 January 1862 at St Mary in Great Ness, Shropshire, EnglandG.2 |
Census
| Son | 2 April 1871 | He was enumerated as the Son of David Furmston in the 1871 Census for on 2 April 1871.1 |
| Son | 3 April 1881 | He was enumerated as the Son of David Furmston in the 1881 Census for on 3 April 1881.3 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 2 April 1871 | On 2 April 1871 John Furmston was a scholar.1 |
| Occupation | 3 April 1881 | On 3 April 1881 John Furmston was a blacksmith.3 |
Citations
- [S605] UK National Census for 1871 for UK, "RG10/2790 f50a p22 108"

- [S604] Website IGI (www.familysearch.org) "C015402"
- [S1204] UK National Census for 1881 for UK, "RG11/2666 f46a p20 94"

Sarah Ann Furmston
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F, #30815, b. Between 8 April 1852 and 7 April 1853
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| Birth | Between 8 April 1852 and 7 April 1853 | Sarah Ann Furmston was born Between 8 April 1852 and 7 April 1853 in Great Ness, Shropshire, EnglandG.1 |
| Baptism | 22 May 1853 | Sarah Ann was baptised on 22 May 1853 at St Mary in Great Ness, Shropshire, EnglandG.2 |
| Birth Reg | June 1853 | Her birth was registered in the June Quarter of 1853 in the Ellesmere Registration District.3 |
Census
| Daughter | 7 April 1861 | She was enumerated as the Daughter of David Furmston in the 1861 Census for on 7 April 1861.1 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 7 April 1861 | On 7 April 1861 Sarah Ann Furmston was a scholar.1 |
Citations
- [S650] UK National Census for 1861 for UK, "RG9/1885 f41a p6 29"

- [S604] Website IGI (www.familysearch.org) "C015402"
- [S673] General Record Office Indexes "FURMSTON, SARAH ANN SOCKETGRO Reference: 1853 J Quarter in ELLESMERE Volume 06A Page 647"
David Furmston
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M, #30816, b. Before 25 December 1850
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| Birth | Before 25 December 1850 | David Furmston was born Before 25 December 1850. |
| Baptism | 25 December 1850 | David was baptised on 25 December 1850 at St Mary in Great Ness, Shropshire, EnglandG.1 |
Census
| Son | 7 April 1861 | He was enumerated as the Son of David Furmston in the 1861 Census for on 7 April 1861.2 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 7 April 1861 | On 7 April 1861 David Furmston was a scholar.2 |
Citations
- [S604] Website IGI (www.familysearch.org) "C015402"
- [S650] UK National Census for 1861 for UK, "RG9/1885 f41a p6 29"

Emma Furmston
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F, #30817, b. Between 8 April 1854 and 3 April 1855
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| Birth | Between 8 April 1854 and 3 April 1855 | Emma Furmston was born Between 8 April 1854 and 3 April 1855 in Great Ness, Shropshire, EnglandG.1,2 |
| Baptism | 29 April 1855 | Emma was baptised on 29 April 1855 at St Mary in Great Ness, Shropshire, EnglandG.3 |
| Marriage | 1878 | Curlow and she were married in 1878 at St Nicholas in Blundellsands, Lancashire, England, United KingdomG.2,4 |
Census
| Daughter | 7 April 1861 | She was enumerated as the Daughter of David Furmston in the 1861 Census for on 7 April 1861.1 |
| Daughter | 3 April 1881 | She was enumerated as the Daughter of David Furmston in the 1881 Census for on 3 April 1881.2 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 7 April 1861 | On 7 April 1861 Emma Furmston was a scholar.1 |
| Name | 1878 | As of 1878, Emma Furmston was also known as Emma Purslow.2,4 |
Citations
- [S650] UK National Census for 1861 for UK, "RG9/1885 f41a p6 29"

- [S1204] UK National Census for 1881 for UK, "RG11/2666 f46a p20 94"

- [S604] Website IGI (www.familysearch.org) "C015402"
- [S2830] Website Lancashire BMD (http://lancashirebmd.org.uk/) "FURMSTON Emma & PURSLOW Richard 1878 Blundellsands, St Nicholas South Sefton A3/1/17"
William Price
M, #30818, b. Between 8 April 1837 and 7 April 1838
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| Birth | Between 8 April 1837 and 7 April 1838 | William Price was born Between 8 April 1837 and 7 April 1838 in Kinnerley, Shropshire, EnglandG.1 |
Census
| Servant | 7 April 1861 | He was enumerated as the Servant of David Furmston in the 1861 Census for on 7 April 1861.1 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 7 April 1861 | On 7 April 1861 William Price was a journeyman blacksmith.1 |
Citations
- [S650] UK National Census for 1861 for UK, "RG9/1885 f41a p6 29"

James Evans
M, #30819, b. Between 8 April 1843 and 7 April 1844
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| Birth | Between 8 April 1843 and 7 April 1844 | James Evans was born Between 8 April 1843 and 7 April 1844 in Melverley, Shropshire, EnglandG.1 |
Census
| Servant | 7 April 1861 | He was enumerated as the Servant of David Furmston in the 1861 Census for on 7 April 1861.1 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 7 April 1861 | On 7 April 1861 James Evans was a journeyman blacksmith.1 |
Citations
- [S650] UK National Census for 1861 for UK, "RG9/1885 f41a p6 29"

Curlow
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M, #30820
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| Marriage | 1878 | Curlow and Emma Furmston were married in 1878 at St Nicholas in Blundellsands, Lancashire, England, United KingdomG.1,2 |
Citations
- [S1204] UK National Census for 1881 for UK, "RG11/2666 f46a p20 94"

- [S2830] Website Lancashire BMD (http://lancashirebmd.org.uk/) "FURMSTON Emma & PURSLOW Richard 1878 Blundellsands, St Nicholas South Sefton A3/1/17"
Charles Rogers
M, #30821, b. Between 4 April 1864 and 3 April 1865
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| Birth | Between 4 April 1864 and 3 April 1865 | Charles Rogers was born Between 4 April 1864 and 3 April 1865 in Oswestry, Shropshire, EnglandG.1 |
Census
| Apprentice | 3 April 1881 | He was enumerated as the Apprentice of David Furmston in the 1881 Census for on 3 April 1881.1 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 3 April 1881 | On 3 April 1881 Charles Rogers was a blacksmiths apprentice.1 |
Citations
- [S1204] UK National Census for 1881 for UK, "RG11/2666 f46a p20 94"
