Annie Monks
Pedigree Link
F, #37002, b. 16 March 1898
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
Parents
Relationships
Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Birth | 16 March 1898 | Annie Monks was born on 16 March 1898 in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
| Baptism | 1 May 1898 | Annie was baptised on 1 May 1898 at Christ Church in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, by Reverend Henry Isaac Wadeson.1 |
Census
| Daughter | 31 March 1901 | She was enumerated as the Daughter of Thomas Monks in the 1901 Census for Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, on 31 March 1901. They resided at Mill Houses.2 |
Citations
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Baptism: 1 May 1898 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandAnnie Monks - Daur of Thomas Monks & Elizabeth Born: 16 Mar 1898 Abode: Croft Occupation: Labourer Baptised by: Henry J Wadeson Rector Register: Baptisms 1833 - 1905, Page 179, Entry 1425 Source: LDS Film 2068610"
- [S1380] UK National Census for 1901 for UK (online image) "RG13/3576 f45 p11 65"

John Mains
Pedigree Link
M, #37003, b. Between 8 April 1816 and 19 June 1816, d. 16 June 1889
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
Family: Anne b. Bet 9 Apr 1818 and 7 Apr 1819, d. 8 Apr 1887
Relationships
Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Birth | Between 8 April 1816 and 19 June 1816 | John Mains was born Between 8 April 1816 and 19 June 1816 in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1,2 |
| Marriage | | He and Anne were married. |
| Death | 16 June 1889 | He died on 16 June 1889 in Westleigh, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
| Burial | 19 June 1889 | He was buried on 19 June 1889 at Christ Church in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
Census
| Census1841 | 6 June 1841 | He was enumerated as the Head of Household in the 1841 Census for Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, on 6 June 1841 and resided at Smithy Brow. Also present were Anne, Elizabeth Mains, and Sarah Mains.3 |
| Census1851 | 30 March 1851 | He was enumerated as the Head of Household in the 1851 Census for Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, on 30 March 1851 and resided at Croft Village. Also present were Anne, Elizabeth Mains, Samuel Mains, Isaac Mains, and Lucy Jane Mains.4 |
| Census1861 | 7 April 1861 | He was enumerated as the Head of Household in the 1861 Census for Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, on 7 April 1861 and resided at Lord Street. Also present were Anne, Elizabeth Mains, John Mains, William Mains, Charlotte Mains, and Jane Mains.2 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 10 March 1839 | On 10 March 1839 John Mains was a labourer.5 |
| Occupation | 11 April 1841 | On 11 April 1841 John Mains was a labourer.6 |
| Occupation | 7 June 1841 | On 7 June 1841 John Mains was an agricultural labourer.3 |
| Occupation | 17 March 1844 | On 17 March 1844 John Mains was a labourer.7 |
| Occupation | 24 August 1845 | On 24 August 1845 John Mains was a weaver.8 |
| Occupation | 30 May 1847 | On 30 May 1847 John Mains was a weaver.9 |
| Occupation | 26 August 1849 | On 26 August 1849 John Mains was a weaver.10 |
| Occupation | 29 February 1852 | On 29 February 1852 John Mains was a weaver.11 |
| Occupation | 2 April 1854 | On 2 April 1854 John Mains was a labourer.12 |
| Occupation | 25 February 1856 | On 25 February 1856 John Mains was a weaver.13 |
| Occupation | 5 September 1858 | On 5 September 1858 John Mains was a weaver.14 |
| Occupation | 7 April 1861 | On 7 April 1861 John Mains was an agricultural labourer.2 |
| Occupation | 20 June 1861 | On 20 June 1861 John Mains was a labourer.15 |
| Occupation | 9 May 1872 | On 9 May 1872 John Mains was a labourer.16 |
| Name | 16 June 1889 | As of 16 June 1889, John Mains was also known as John Maines.1 |
Citations
- [S637] J R Bulmer BA ed. Christ Church MI "p26 / FF1 HSF JOHN MAINES + 16 Jne 1889 aged 74 (19 Jne aged 73, Westleigh)ANN w + 8 Apr 1887 aged 68 (11 Apr, C)"
- [S650] UK National Census for 1861 for UK, "RG9/2789 f39a p24 129"

- [S679] UK National Census for 1841 for UK, "HO 107/524/15 f8a p9"

- [S643] UK National Census for 1851 for UK, "HO 107/2202 f188 p6 15"

- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Baptism: 10 Mar 1839 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandElizabeth Mains - Daur of John Mains & Anne Born: 29 Jan 1839 Abode: Croft Occupation: Labourer Baptised by: Thos P Kirkman Curate Register: Baptisms 1833 - 1905, Page 20, Entry 157 Source: LDS Film 2068610"
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Baptism: 11 Apr 1841 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandSarah Mains - Daur of John Mains & Anne Born: 11 Feb 1841 Abode: Croft Occupation: Labourer Baptised by: Thos P Kirkman Curate Register: Baptisms 1833 - 1905, Page 27, Entry 210 Source: LDS Film 2068610"
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Baptism: 17 Mar 1844 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandMary Anne Mains - Daur of John Mains & Anne Born: 21 Jul 1843 Abode: Croft Occupation: Labourer Baptised by: Thos P Kirkman Curate Register: Baptisms 1833 - 1905, Page 33, Entry 261 Source: LDS Film 2068610"
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Baptism: 24 Aug 1845 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandSamuel Mains - Son of John Mains & Ann Born: 30 May 1845 Abode: Croft Occupation: Weaver Baptised by: Thos P Kirkman Curate Register: Baptisms 1833 - 1905, Page 39, Entry 311 Source: LDS Film 2068610"
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Baptism: 30 May 1847 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandIsaac Mains - Son of John Mains & Anne Born: 26 Jan 1847 Abode: Croft Occupation: Weaver Baptised by: Thos P Kirkman Register: Baptisms 1833 - 1905, Page 44, Entry 351 Source: LDS Film 2068610"
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Baptism: 26 Aug 1849 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandLucy Jane Mains - Daur of John Mains & Anne Born: 3 Jun 1849 Abode: Croft Occupation: Weaver Notes: [Rector Wrote Last After Birth Date] Baptised by: Thos P Kirkman Rector Register: Baptisms 1833 - 1905, Page 54, Entry 429 Source: LDS Film 2068610"
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Baptism: 29 Feb 1852 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandJohn Mains - Son of John Mains & Anne Born: 10 Oct 1851 Abode: Croft Occupation: Weaver Notes: [Rector Wrote Last After Birth Date] Baptised by: Thos P Kirkman Rector Register: Baptisms 1833 - 1905, Page 62, Entry 492 Source: LDS Film 2068610"
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Baptism: 2 Apr 1854 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandMary Mains - Daur of John Mains & Anne Born: 29 Jan 1854 Abode: Croft Occupation: Labourer Notes: [Rector Wrote Last After Birth Date] Baptised by: Thos P Kirkman Rector Register: Baptisms 1833 - 1905, Page 68, Entry 540 Source: LDS Film 2068610"
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Baptism: 20 Jul 1856 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandWilliam Mains - Son of John Mains & Anne Born: 25 Feb 1856 Abode: Croft Occupation: Weaver Notes: [Rector Wrote Last After Birth Date] Baptised by: Thos P Kirkman Rector Register: Baptisms 1833 - 1905, Page 76, Entry 603 Source: LDS Film 2068610"
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Baptism: 5 Sep 1858 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandCharlotte Mains - Daur of John Mains & Anne Born: 28 Mar 1858 Abode: Croft Occupation: Weaver Notes: [Rector Wrote Last After Birth Date] Baptised by: Thos P Kirkman Rector Register: Baptisms 1833 - 1905, Page 83, Entry 660 Source: LDS Film 2068610"
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Marriage: 20 Jun 1861 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandJohn Collier - (X), of full age Labourer Bachelor of Croft Elizabeth Mains - (X), of full age Weaver Spinster of Croft Groom's Father: John Collier, Weaver Bride's Father: John Mains, Labourer Witness: Charlotte Green; James Roberts Married by Banns by: Tho. P. Kirkman Rector Register: Marriages 1845 - 1936, Page 52, Entry 103 Source: FHL Film 2068610"
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Marriage: 9 May 1872 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandIsaac Mains - 25 Planer Bachelor of Croft Elizabeth Daintith - 19 Spinster of Croft Groom's Father: John Mains, Labourer Bride's Father: James Daintith, Wheelwright Witness: Benjamin Weir; Annie Daintith Married by Banns by: Tho. P. Kirkman Rector Register: Marriages 1845 - 1936, Page 78, Entry 156 Source: FHL Film 2068610"
Anne
Pedigree Link
F, #37004, b. Between 9 April 1818 and 7 April 1819, d. 8 April 1887
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
Family: John Mains b. Bet 8 Apr 1816 and 19 Jun 1816, d. 16 Jun 1889
Relationships
Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Birth | Between 9 April 1818 and 7 April 1819 | Anne was born Between 9 April 1818 and 7 April 1819 in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1,2 |
| Marriage | | John Mains and she were married. |
| Death | 8 April 1887 | She died on 8 April 1887 in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
| Burial | 11 April 1887 | She was buried on 11 April 1887 at Christ Church in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
Census
| Member Of Household | 6 June 1841 | She was enumerated as the Member Of Household of John Mains in the 1841 Census for Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, on 6 June 1841. They resided at Smithy Brow.3 |
| Wife | 30 March 1851 | She was enumerated as the Wife of John Mains in the 1851 Census for Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, on 30 March 1851. They resided at Croft Village.4 |
| Wife | 7 April 1861 | She was enumerated as the Wife of John Mains in the 1861 Census for Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, on 7 April 1861. They resided at Lord Street.2 |
Other Facts
| Name | | Anne was also known as Anne Mains. |
| Occupation | 30 March 1851 | On 30 March 1851 Anne was a silk weaver.4 |
| Occupation | 7 April 1861 | On 7 April 1861 Anne was a silk weaver.2 |
| Name | 8 April 1887 | As of 8 April 1887, Anne was also known as Anne Maines.1 |
Citations
- [S637] J R Bulmer BA ed. Christ Church MI "p26 / FF1 HSF JOHN MAINES + 16 Jne 1889 aged 74 (19 Jne aged 73, Westleigh)ANN w + 8 Apr 1887 aged 68 (11 Apr, C)"
- [S650] UK National Census for 1861 for UK, "RG9/2789 f39a p24 129"

- [S679] UK National Census for 1841 for UK, "HO 107/524/15 f8a p9"

- [S643] UK National Census for 1851 for UK, "HO 107/2202 f188 p6 15"

Charlotte Mains
Pedigree Link
F, #37005, b. 28 March 1858
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
Parents
| Father | John Mains b. Bet 8 Apr 1816 and 19 Jun 1816, d. 16 Jun 1889 |
| Mother | Anne b. Bet 9 Apr 1818 and 7 Apr 1819, d. 8 Apr 1887 |
Relationships
Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Birth | 28 March 1858 | Charlotte Mains was born on 28 March 1858 in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
| Baptism | 5 September 1858 | Charlotte was baptised on 5 September 1858 at Christ Church in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
Census
| Daughter | 7 April 1861 | She was enumerated as the Daughter of John Mains in the 1861 Census for Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, on 7 April 1861. They resided at Lord Street.2 |
Citations
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Baptism: 5 Sep 1858 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandCharlotte Mains - Daur of John Mains & Anne Born: 28 Mar 1858 Abode: Croft Occupation: Weaver Notes: [Rector Wrote Last After Birth Date] Baptised by: Thos P Kirkman Rector Register: Baptisms 1833 - 1905, Page 83, Entry 660 Source: LDS Film 2068610"
- [S650] UK National Census for 1861 for UK, "RG9/2789 f39a p24 129"

Elizabeth Mains
Pedigree Link
F, #37006, b. 29 January 1839
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
Parents
| Father | John Mains b. Bet 8 Apr 1816 and 19 Jun 1816, d. 16 Jun 1889 |
| Mother | Anne b. Bet 9 Apr 1818 and 7 Apr 1819, d. 8 Apr 1887 |
Relationships
Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Birth | 29 January 1839 | Elizabeth Mains was born on 29 January 1839 in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
| Baptism | 10 March 1839 | Elizabeth was baptised on 10 March 1839 at Christ Church in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
| Marriage | 20 June 1861 | John Collier and she were married on 20 June 1861 at Christ Church in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.2,3 |
Census
| Member Of Household | 6 June 1841 | She was enumerated as the Member Of Household of John Mains in the 1841 Census for Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, on 6 June 1841. They resided at Smithy Brow.4 |
| Daughter | 30 March 1851 | She was enumerated as the Daughter of John Mains in the 1851 Census for Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, on 30 March 1851. They resided at Croft Village.5 |
| Daughter | 7 April 1861 | She was enumerated as the Daughter of John Mains in the 1861 Census for Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, on 7 April 1861. They resided at Lord Street.6 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 30 March 1851 | On 30 March 1851 Elizabeth Mains was a silk weaver.5 |
| Occupation | 7 April 1861 | On 7 April 1861 Elizabeth Mains was a silk weaver.6 |
| Name | 20 June 1861 | As of 20 June 1861, Elizabeth Mains was also known as Elizabeth Collier.2,3 |
Citations
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Baptism: 10 Mar 1839 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandElizabeth Mains - Daur of John Mains & Anne Born: 29 Jan 1839 Abode: Croft Occupation: Labourer Baptised by: Thos P Kirkman Curate Register: Baptisms 1833 - 1905, Page 20, Entry 157 Source: LDS Film 2068610"
- [S640] Website Cheshire BMD (http://cheshirebmd.org.uk/) "MAINS Elizabeth COLLIER John 1861 Croft, Christ Church Warrington Cheshire C4/1/103"
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Marriage: 20 Jun 1861 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandJohn Collier - (X), of full age Labourer Bachelor of Croft Elizabeth Mains - (X), of full age Weaver Spinster of Croft Groom's Father: John Collier, Weaver Bride's Father: John Mains, Labourer Witness: Charlotte Green; James Roberts Married by Banns by: Tho. P. Kirkman Rector Register: Marriages 1845 - 1936, Page 52, Entry 103 Source: FHL Film 2068610"
- [S679] UK National Census for 1841 for UK, "HO 107/524/15 f8a p9"

- [S643] UK National Census for 1851 for UK, "HO 107/2202 f188 p6 15"

- [S650] UK National Census for 1861 for UK, "RG9/2789 f39a p24 129"

William Mains
Pedigree Link
M, #37007, b. 25 February 1856
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
Parents
| Father | John Mains b. Bet 8 Apr 1816 and 19 Jun 1816, d. 16 Jun 1889 |
| Mother | Anne b. Bet 9 Apr 1818 and 7 Apr 1819, d. 8 Apr 1887 |
Relationships
Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Birth | 25 February 1856 | William Mains was born on 25 February 1856 in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
| Baptism | 20 July 1856 | William was baptised on 20 July 1856 at Christ Church in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
| Marriage | 1878 | He and Margaret Dean were married in 1878 at Christ Church in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.2 |
Census
| Son | 7 April 1861 | He was enumerated as the Son of John Mains in the 1861 Census for Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, on 7 April 1861. They resided at Lord Street.3 |
| Apprentice | 2 April 1871 | He was enumerated as the Apprentice of James Daintith in the 1871 Census for Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, on 2 April 1871. They resided at Beer House/Sign of the Horseshoe.4 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 7 April 1861 | On 7 April 1861 William Mains was a scholar.3 |
| Occupation | 2 April 1871 | On 2 April 1871 William Mains was an apprentice smith.4 |
Citations
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Baptism: 20 Jul 1856 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandWilliam Mains - Son of John Mains & Anne Born: 25 Feb 1856 Abode: Croft Occupation: Weaver Notes: [Rector Wrote Last After Birth Date] Baptised by: Thos P Kirkman Rector Register: Baptisms 1833 - 1905, Page 76, Entry 603 Source: LDS Film 2068610"
- [S640] Website Cheshire BMD (http://cheshirebmd.org.uk/) "MAINS William DEAN Margaret 1878 Croft, Christ Church Warrington Cheshire C4/1/186"
- [S650] UK National Census for 1861 for UK, "RG9/2789 f39a p24 129"

- [S605] UK National Census for 1871 for UK, "Archive reference RG10Piece number 3901Folio 27Page 4"

Sarah Mains
Pedigree Link
F, #37008, b. 11 February 1841
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
Parents
| Father | John Mains b. Bet 8 Apr 1816 and 19 Jun 1816, d. 16 Jun 1889 |
| Mother | Anne b. Bet 9 Apr 1818 and 7 Apr 1819, d. 8 Apr 1887 |
Relationships
Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Birth | 11 February 1841 | Sarah Mains was born on 11 February 1841 in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
| Baptism | 11 April 1841 | Sarah was baptised on 11 April 1841 at Christ Church in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, by Reverend Thomas Penyngton Kirkman.1 |
Census
| Member Of Household | 6 June 1841 | She was enumerated as the Member Of Household of John Mains in the 1841 Census for Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, on 6 June 1841. They resided at Smithy Brow.2 |
Citations
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Baptism: 11 Apr 1841 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandSarah Mains - Daur of John Mains & Anne Born: 11 Feb 1841 Abode: Croft Occupation: Labourer Baptised by: Thos P Kirkman Curate Register: Baptisms 1833 - 1905, Page 27, Entry 210 Source: LDS Film 2068610"
- [S679] UK National Census for 1841 for UK, "HO 107/524/15 f8a p9"

Mary Mains
Pedigree Link
F, #37009, b. 29 January 1854
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
Parents
| Father | John Mains b. Bet 8 Apr 1816 and 19 Jun 1816, d. 16 Jun 1889 |
| Mother | Anne b. Bet 9 Apr 1818 and 7 Apr 1819, d. 8 Apr 1887 |
Relationships
Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Birth | 29 January 1854 | Mary Mains was born on 29 January 1854 in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
| Baptism | 2 April 1854 | Mary was baptised on 2 April 1854 at Christ Church in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
Citations
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Baptism: 2 Apr 1854 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandMary Mains - Daur of John Mains & Anne Born: 29 Jan 1854 Abode: Croft Occupation: Labourer Notes: [Rector Wrote Last After Birth Date] Baptised by: Thos P Kirkman Rector Register: Baptisms 1833 - 1905, Page 68, Entry 540 Source: LDS Film 2068610"
Mary Anne Mains
Pedigree Link
F, #37010, b. 21 July 1843
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
Parents
| Father | John Mains b. Bet 8 Apr 1816 and 19 Jun 1816, d. 16 Jun 1889 |
| Mother | Anne b. Bet 9 Apr 1818 and 7 Apr 1819, d. 8 Apr 1887 |
Relationships
Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Birth | 21 July 1843 | Mary Anne Mains was born on 21 July 1843 in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
| Baptism | 17 March 1844 | Mary Anne was baptised on 17 March 1844 at Christ Church in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, by Reverend Thomas Penyngton Kirkman.1 |
Citations
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Baptism: 17 Mar 1844 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandMary Anne Mains - Daur of John Mains & Anne Born: 21 Jul 1843 Abode: Croft Occupation: Labourer Baptised by: Thos P Kirkman Curate Register: Baptisms 1833 - 1905, Page 33, Entry 261 Source: LDS Film 2068610"
Lucy Jane Mains
Pedigree Link
F, #37011, b. 3 June 1849
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
Parents
| Father | John Mains b. Bet 8 Apr 1816 and 19 Jun 1816, d. 16 Jun 1889 |
| Mother | Anne b. Bet 9 Apr 1818 and 7 Apr 1819, d. 8 Apr 1887 |
Relationships
Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Birth | 3 June 1849 | Lucy Jane Mains was born on 3 June 1849 in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
| Baptism | 26 August 1849 | Lucy Jane was baptised on 26 August 1849 at Christ Church in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, by Reverend Thomas Penyngton Kirkman.1 |
Census
| Daughter | 30 March 1851 | She was enumerated as the Daughter of John Mains in the 1851 Census for Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, on 30 March 1851. They resided at Croft Village.2 |
Citations
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Baptism: 26 Aug 1849 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandLucy Jane Mains - Daur of John Mains & Anne Born: 3 Jun 1849 Abode: Croft Occupation: Weaver Notes: [Rector Wrote Last After Birth Date] Baptised by: Thos P Kirkman Rector Register: Baptisms 1833 - 1905, Page 54, Entry 429 Source: LDS Film 2068610"
- [S643] UK National Census for 1851 for UK, "HO 107/2202 f188 p6 15"

John Mains
Pedigree Link
M, #37012, b. 10 October 1851
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
Parents
| Father | John Mains b. Bet 8 Apr 1816 and 19 Jun 1816, d. 16 Jun 1889 |
| Mother | Anne b. Bet 9 Apr 1818 and 7 Apr 1819, d. 8 Apr 1887 |
Relationships
Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Birth | 10 October 1851 | John Mains was born on 10 October 1851 in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
| Baptism | 29 February 1852 | John was baptised on 29 February 1852 at Christ Church in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
| Marriage | 1873 | He and Margaret Hocknall were married in 1873 at Christ Church in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.2 |
Census
| Son | 7 April 1861 | He was enumerated as the Son of John Mains in the 1861 Census for Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, on 7 April 1861. They resided at Lord Street.3 |
| Servant | 2 April 1871 | He was enumerated as the Servant of Joseph Swinton in the 1871 Census for Winwick, Lancashire, EnglandG, on 2 April 1871. They resided at Arbury Farm.4 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 7 April 1861 | On 7 April 1861 John Mains was a scholar.3 |
| Occupation | 2 April 1871 | On 2 April 1871 John Mains was a farm servant/agricultural labourer (indoor.)4 |
Citations
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Baptism: 29 Feb 1852 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandJohn Mains - Son of John Mains & Anne Born: 10 Oct 1851 Abode: Croft Occupation: Weaver Notes: [Rector Wrote Last After Birth Date] Baptised by: Thos P Kirkman Rector Register: Baptisms 1833 - 1905, Page 62, Entry 492 Source: LDS Film 2068610"
- [S640] Website Cheshire BMD (http://cheshirebmd.org.uk/) "MAINS John HOCKNALL Margaret 1873 Croft, Christ Church Warrington Cheshire C4/1/164"
- [S650] UK National Census for 1861 for UK, "RG9/2789 f39a p24 129"

- [S605] UK National Census for 1871 for UK, "RG10/3901 f22 p11 50"

Margaret Dean
Pedigree Link
F, #37013
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
Relationships
Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Marriage | 1878 | William Mains and Margaret Dean were married in 1878 at Christ Church in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
Other Facts
| Name | 1878 | As of 1878, Margaret Dean was also known as Margaret Mains.1 |
Citations
- [S640] Website Cheshire BMD (http://cheshirebmd.org.uk/) "MAINS William DEAN Margaret 1878 Croft, Christ Church Warrington Cheshire C4/1/186"
Margaret Hocknall
Pedigree Link
F, #37014
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
Relationships
Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Marriage | 1873 | John Mains and Margaret Hocknall were married in 1873 at Christ Church in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
Other Facts
| Name | 1873 | As of 1873, Margaret Hocknall was also known as Margaret Mains.1 |
Citations
- [S640] Website Cheshire BMD (http://cheshirebmd.org.uk/) "MAINS John HOCKNALL Margaret 1873 Croft, Christ Church Warrington Cheshire C4/1/164"
John Collier
Pedigree Link
M, #37015
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
Parents
Relationships
Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Marriage | 20 June 1861 | John Collier and Elizabeth Mains were married on 20 June 1861 at Christ Church in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1,2 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 20 June 1861 | On 20 June 1861 John Collier was a labourer.2 |
| Residence | 20 June 1861 | He lived in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG, on 20 June 1861.2 |
Citations
- [S640] Website Cheshire BMD (http://cheshirebmd.org.uk/) "MAINS Elizabeth COLLIER John 1861 Croft, Christ Church Warrington Cheshire C4/1/103"
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Marriage: 20 Jun 1861 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandJohn Collier - (X), of full age Labourer Bachelor of Croft Elizabeth Mains - (X), of full age Weaver Spinster of Croft Groom's Father: John Collier, Weaver Bride's Father: John Mains, Labourer Witness: Charlotte Green; James Roberts Married by Banns by: Tho. P. Kirkman Rector Register: Marriages 1845 - 1936, Page 52, Entry 103 Source: FHL Film 2068610"
Henry 'Harry' Weir
Pedigree Link
M, #37016, b. Between 4 April 1875 and 28 December 1875, d. 28 December 1948
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
Parents
| Father | James Weir b. Bet 7 Jun 1841 and 31 Dec 1841, d. 5 Mar 1883 |
| Mother | Ellen Chrimes b. Bet 3 Apr 1847 and 30 Sep 1847, d. 8 May 1925 |
Relationships
Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Birth | Between 4 April 1875 and 28 December 1875 | Henry 'Harry' Weir was born Between 4 April 1875 and 28 December 1875 in Norton, Runcorn, Cheshire, EnglandG.1,2 |
| Death | 28 December 1948 | He died on 28 December 1948 at General Hospital in Warrington, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
| Burial | 1 January 1949 | He was buried on 1 January 1949 at Christ Church in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.1 |
Census
| Son | 3 April 1881 | He was enumerated as the Son of James Weir in the 1881 Census for Norton, Runcorn, Cheshire, EnglandG, on 3 April 1881. They resided at? Wood Farm.2 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 3 April 1881 | On 3 April 1881 Henry 'Harry' Weir was a scholar.2 |
| Witness | 20 September 1905 | He witnessed the marriage of John Thomas Holden and Mary Alice Broom on 20 September 1905 in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.3,4 |
| Witness | 8 June 1907 | Henry 'Harry' Weir witnessed the marriage of Thomas Samuel Broome and Laura Foote on 8 June 1907 in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.5,6 |
| Witness | 5 December 1914 | Henry 'Harry' Weir witnessed the marriage of John Ingham and Ellen Rebecca Chrimes on 5 December 1914 in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.7,8 |
| Witness | 14 July 1948 | Henry 'Harry' Weir witnessed the marriage of Jack Miller and Annie Dodd on 14 July 1948 in Croft, Lancashire, EnglandG.9 |
Citations
- [S637] J R Bulmer BA ed. Christ Church MI "p7 / F3 HS ELLEN WEIR beloved w James Weir of Norton + 8 May 1925 aged 77 (12 May, Cockshott Farm)WILLIAM CHRIMES + 18 Jul 1917 aged 66 (21 July, Cockshott Farm)ANNIE CHRIMES + 12 Apr 1912 aged 14 days (17 Apr C)Also HARRY WEIR s ELLEN WEIR 28 Dec 1948 aged 72 (1 Jand aged 73, 93 Heath Lane + WA General Hosp)"
- [S1204] UK National Census for 1881 for UK, "RG11/3514 f71a p12 51"

- [S640] Website Cheshire BMD (http://cheshirebmd.org.uk/) "Warrington : C4/1/331"
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Marriage: 20 Sep 1905 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandJohn Thomas Holden - 23 Green Grocer Bachelor of CroftMary Alice Broom - 18 Spinster of Croft Groom's Father: Joseph Holden, Greengrocer Bride's Father: William Broom, Labourer Witness: Harry Weir; Eliza Beatrice Marsh Married by Banns by: Hry. I. Wadeson Rector Register: Marriages 1845 - 1936, Page 166, Entry 331 Source: FHL Film 2068610"
- [S640] Website Cheshire BMD (http://cheshirebmd.org.uk/) "Warrington : C4/1/339"
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Marriage: 8 Jun 1907 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandThomas Samuel Broome - (X), 21 Labourer Bachelor of Croft Laura Foote - 22 Spinster of Croft Groom's Father: William Joseph Broom, Labourer Bride's Father: John Foote, deceased, Carter Witness: Harry Weir; Eliza Beatrice Marsh Married by Banns by: Henry I. Wadeson Rector Register: Marriages 1845 - 1936, Page 170, Entry 339 Source: FHL Film 2068610"
- [S640] Website Cheshire BMD (http://cheshirebmd.org.uk/) "C4/1/377"
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Marriage: 5 Dec 1914 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandJohn Ingham - 28 Labourer Bachelor of Croft Ellen Rebecca Chrimes - 25 Spinster of Croft Groom's Father: Ralph Ingham, Joiner Bride's Father: William Chrimes, Farm Labourer Witness: Harry Weir; Mary Ann Ingham Married by Banns by: Henry I. Wadeson Rector Register: Marriages 1845 - 1936, Page 189, Entry 377 Source: FHL Film 2068610"
- [S2867] Website Lancashire OPC (http://www.lan-opc.org.uk) "Marriage: 14 Jul 1948 Christ Church, Croft, Lancashire, EnglandJack Miller - 25 Farm Worker Bachelor of 7 Oak Street, CroftAnnie Dodd - 32 Spinster of 19 Mill House Lane, Croft Groom's Father: Thomas Miller, deceased, Farm Worker Bride's Father: George Dodd, Farmer Witness: Harry Weir; Ruth Monks Married by Banns by: T. R. C. Hughes Register: Marriages 1844 - 1950, Page 18, Entry 35 Source: LDS Film 206810"
Thomas Weir
Pedigree Link
M, #37017, b. Between 4 April 1873 and 3 April 1874
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
Parents
| Father | James Weir b. Bet 7 Jun 1841 and 31 Dec 1841, d. 5 Mar 1883 |
| Mother | Ellen Chrimes b. Bet 3 Apr 1847 and 30 Sep 1847, d. 8 May 1925 |
Relationships
Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Birth | Between 4 April 1873 and 3 April 1874 | Thomas Weir was born Between 4 April 1873 and 3 April 1874 in Norton, Runcorn, Cheshire, EnglandG.1 |
Census
| Son | 3 April 1881 | He was enumerated as the Son of James Weir in the 1881 Census for Norton, Runcorn, Cheshire, EnglandG, on 3 April 1881. They resided at? Wood Farm.1 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 3 April 1881 | On 3 April 1881 Thomas Weir was a scholar.1 |
Citations
- [S1204] UK National Census for 1881 for UK, "RG11/3514 f71a p12 51"

Annie E Weir
Pedigree Link
F, #37018, b. Between 4 April 1872 and 28 December 1873
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
Parents
| Father | James Weir b. Bet 7 Jun 1841 and 31 Dec 1841, d. 5 Mar 1883 |
| Mother | Ellen Chrimes b. Bet 3 Apr 1847 and 30 Sep 1847, d. 8 May 1925 |
Relationships
Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Birth | Between 4 April 1872 and 28 December 1873 | Annie E Weir was born Between 4 April 1872 and 28 December 1873 in Norton, Runcorn, Cheshire, EnglandG.1 |
Census
| Daughter | 3 April 1881 | She was enumerated as the Daughter of James Weir in the 1881 Census for Norton, Runcorn, Cheshire, EnglandG, on 3 April 1881. They resided at? Wood Farm.1 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 3 April 1881 | On 3 April 1881 Annie E Weir was a scholar.1 |
Citations
- [S1204] UK National Census for 1881 for UK, "RG11/3514 f71a p12 51"

Jane Gilchrist
F, #37020, b. Between 4 April 1856 and 3 April 1857
| Last Edited |
10 January 2025 |
Relationships
Births/Baptisms/Marriages/Death/Burials
| Birth | Between 4 April 1856 and 3 April 1857 | Jane Gilchrist was born Between 4 April 1856 and 3 April 1857 in Frodsham, Cheshire, EnglandG.1 |
Census
| Servant | 3 April 1881 | She was enumerated as the Servant of James Weir in the 1881 Census for Norton, Runcorn, Cheshire, EnglandG, on 3 April 1881. They resided at? Wood Farm.1 |
Other Facts
| Occupation | 3 April 1881 | On 3 April 1881 Jane Gilchrist was a general domestic servant.1 |
Citations
- [S1204] UK National Census for 1881 for UK, "RG11/3514 f71a p12 51"
