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LEIGH family in Macclesfield

jenkinsx4 — 10 Dec 2007 6:43:39 GMT

I am looking for information on the Leigh family from Macclesfield. I have a number of pictures with houses and a local hotel that they visited often, one grave and one picture marked "Irish Cousins". All were born and from Macclesfield, however, I have found references to Stockton, Chapel en le Frith, Rainow and Knutsford.

William Leigh (b~1825) married Sarah Ann Dean (b~1828 - Rainow)
William and Sarah had two children:
1. William Leigh b. 1849
2. Jabez Leigh (10/22/1856 - 4/29/1888) married Lavinia Maurice Bayley (3/14/1858 - 5/29/1934)
Jabez and Lavinia had four children:
1. Wilfrid Alfred Leigh, Sr. (b. 8/19/1879) married Elizabeth Garside (b. 1884) both died in the U.S.
2. Ethel Marion Leigh (4/9/1878 - 6/18/1932)
3. Arthur Oscar Leigh (b. 12/16/1880 in Denton)
4. Mabel Lavinia Leigh (b. 7/14/1882)

Thanks,

Paul Jenkins
Shawsville, Virginia

Wife of James LEIGH b Timperley 1812

Mikeleigh1949 — 6 Jul 2008 10:03:40 GMT

I am a direct descedant of James Leigh b Timperley 1812 and looking for his wifes maiden name. She is called Ruth and was born in Worsley c1817, also can anyone confirm James parents name please.

Regards
Mike

LATHAM descent, Congleton

Kenneth Williams — 14 Feb 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Interested in Latham family in Lancashire descent through Cheshire and Lancashire families; Arderne, Mere, Broadhurst, Brereton, Done, Venables, Massey, Dutton, Savage, Bulkeley

Agostino GRANELLI, Macclesfield

Jacky_Casey — 15 Nov 2006 8:38:01 GMT

I am searching for information about Agostino Granelli who lived at 18 Catherine Street, Macclesfield certainly in the year 1918, and probably before and after that as well. Agostino had a daughter Millieta. I know this because I have a copy of a postcard sent to them from his brother, my great grandfather Camillo Granelli, during World War 1. Agostino was likely born about 1880 in Santa Maria del Taro in Italy and his parents are Francisco Granelli and Maria de Lucchi. There may be a connection to the Granelli family who made ice cream. This is all I know. Can anyone please help me find out more?

Where is Gorseworth Cheshire

Brian — 31 Dec 2004 1:02:24 GMT

From the 1871 Census of Kingsley I have a William Audley born 'Cheshire Nr Hulmes Chapel'. I assume that is 'near Holmes Chapel'. In the 1881 census his place of birth is given as 'Cheshire Gorseworth'.
I cannot find Gorseworth in Cheshire, does it exist?
William would have been born 1813 to 1815 and I would like to find a record of his christening. Any ideas?
Many thanks
Brian

Cheshire pre 1837 birth look up - BENNET

patron174 — 9 May 2006 1:10:22 GMT

I am trying to find the birth of my g.g.f. James Bennet born 1830 in Macclesfield to Maria Turnock and George Bennett,would someone be kind enough to look this up for me please many thanks Patricia

DEVINE family in Guilden Sutton 1840's - early 1900's

croftsylvia — 31 May 2008 3:18:38 GMT

i am looking for any info or liks to the devine family who lied in guilden sutton from 1840,s to the early 1900's

Plantation Farm, Dukinfield information, please, (SMITH ,MOFFAT)

lgvalenti — 17 Jun 2008 3:13:32 GMT

Hello,

I will be traveling to Dukinfield in September to visit the birthplace of my gr, gr, gr grandfather, James Gray Smith. He was the brother of Mary Smith Moffat who married a well known missionary and was the mother-in-law of Livingstone. I want to visit the Smith's birthplace, apparently a house still standing, near Plantation Farm. Any idea where Plantation Farm is located in Dukinfield? The house has a Blue Plaque because of Mary's connection to Robert Moffat & Livingstone.

Thank you very much,

Gail,

Bend, OR, USA

Please help in locating birthplace of great grandfather in Salamoor Cheshire England

John_Prideaux — 15 Jun 2008 3:22:29 GMT

I have a newspaper clipping stating that my ancestor was born in Salamoor Cheshire England but I cannot find any reference to a Salamoor when searching the internet.

look up requested for the birth of Mary WOOLLEY / WOOLEY in Aldford near Chester in about 1812

stephiewood — 24 May 2008 4:25:48 GMT

I am looking for the birth of Mary Woolley / Wooley in Aldford near Chester. Mary Woolley/Wooley married Edward Jones in Chester on 2nd October 1831.The witnesses were Martha Wooley and John Almond. Edward Jones was a gunmaker/gunsmith.I have listed the family in later censuses.

Mary's birthplace is listed on some of the following census records as being in Aldford, Cheshire, I think that Aldford is very near to the city of Chester.

In the 1841 census, Edward and Mary Jones had a William Woolley,carver and guilder, aged 15, living with them at Upper Northgate St, Chester St Oswald, Cheshire, England.

1841 census
Upper Northgate St, Chester St Oswald, Cheshire, England
Edward Jones 30 Gun maker
Mary Jones 25
Anne Jones 7
Arthur Jones 5
Mary Jones 3
Martha Jones 1
William Woolley 15 Carver & Guilder

1851 census
Booth/s Court, Chester St Oswald, Cheshire, England
Edward Jones M42 Gunsmith (Chester St Oswald, Cheshire)
Mary Jones M39 Housekeeper (Aldford, Cheshire)
Ann Jones 17 Dressmaker (St Michaels, Cheshire)
Arthur Jones 15 Bricklayer (Chester St Oswald, Cheshire)
Edward Jones 9 scholar (Chester St Oswald, Cheshire)
Henry Jones 7 scholar (Chester St Oswald, Cheshire)
Margareth Jones 5 scholar (Chester St Oswald, Cheshire)
Eliza Jones 3 at home (Chester St Oswald, Cheshire)
Thomas Jones 6 Mo infant at home (Chester St Oswald, Cheshire)

1861 census
Upper Northgate St, Chester St Oswald, Cheshire, England
Edward Jones M52 Gun Maker (Chester, Cheshire)
Mary Jones M49 (Aldford, Cheshire)
Arthur Jones 25 son Bricksetter (Chester, Cheshire)
Edward Jones 19 son Painter (Chester, Cheshire)
Margaret Jones 14 daug Dressmaker (Chester, Cheshire)
Thomas Jones 10 son Scholar (Chester, Cheshire)
Edward Jones, painter, married Mary Aspinall in 1862 -Edward Jones, gunsmith, was father of Edward Jones, painter, from Chester.

1871 census
41 Upper Northgate St, Chester St Oswald, Cheshire, England
Edward Jones M62 Gun Maker (Chester, Cheshire)
Mary Jones M59 (Aldford, Cheshire)
Thomas Jones 20 son Joiner (Chester, Cheshire)

1881 census
41 Upper Northgate St, Chester St Oswald, Cheshire, England
Edward Jones M72 Gunsmith (Chester, Cheshire)
Mary Jones M69 (Aldford, Cheshire)
Rosette Thomas 11 granddaughter scholar (Liverpool, Lanc)

Eli HARRISON, Cheshire, England

matthewharrison183 — 13 Jun 2008 2:40:22 GMT

Looking for ancestors of Eli Harrison, born about 1842 in Stafford, England, married to Ann born about 1842 (surname unknown). Any information would be appreciated.

Cheshire pre 1837 birth lookup

patron431 — 13 Jun 2008 9:23:09 GMT

Joan, so happy to hear of someone who has info on the Bennetts particularly Maria, she moved to Australia in the 1850's she had remarried and lived in Queensland and died there also will write again as I have been away for some time regards Patricia

locations in cheshire

jkrywko — 11 May 2008 7:44:00 GMT

I have recently bought a copy of a will - Thomas Hyde of Werneth - 1669. In it he mentions a town named Boaram where he had a house I think and a property called Mooregrounds in Werneth. I would appreciate any info regarding these places. I cannot find Boaram on any maps.

Thomas HARRISON born 1619 Chester, Cheshire

indianangel6996 — 14 Mar 2007 5:39:19 GMT

Hello,
I have a Thomas Harrison born 1619 St Peters, Chester, Cheshire England Married 02/28/1660 St Peters, Chester, Cheshire England to Katherine Bradshaw. I have more information on this line. If this sounds familar please contact me. Thanks

Lewis ANGUS, Orford Barracks Warrington - Militia members

gangus39 — 4 Feb 2008 7:16:49 GMT

Can anyone advise if any records exist of members of the Militia based at Orford Barracks WARRINGTON, and if so how could they be accessed from Aust? Up to 1915

I have:
Lewis ANGUS, 20 yrs, Private, Militia (in the 1891 census)

I hope to find if he is recorded anywhere else re being in the militia - later joined the Kings Liverpool Regiment reg. no 22601

Thanks
Glenn

looking for parents and family of Martha HOPLEY, married in 1798 Chester

stephiewood — 20 May 2008 3:41:13 GMT

Martha Hopley married Thomas Wooley / Woolley, at St John's Guilden Sutton,Chester on 27th December 1798.

Martha and Thomas had the following children: MARY, Birth(1802/08/21), Baptism (1802/09/12); WILLIAM, Birth(1804/06/24), Baptism(1804/07/15); THOMAS, Birth(1806/12/17), Baptism(1807/01/11); ELIZABETH, Baptism (1813/11/20); MARY ANN, Baptism (1816/06/22)
Several of the records have 'Foregate Street' as a note.

Does anyone know the parents of Martha Hopley?

Can anyone find other records relating to this Hopley family?

Thanks

BARNES family Cheshire

geoffwoodall62 — 14 May 2008 2:58:11 GMT

John Barnes c1760 lived Higher Whitley (not sure about birthplace)He was a blacksmith and his wife was Ellen.I have his siblings but has anyone any more info. on his family?

Robert LANGFORD b.1791 Tarvin Cheshire

lawrencejoy28501 — 18 Feb 2008 10:04:00 GMT

I am researching the Langfords of Tarvin and I have hit a wall with Robert. Can anyone confirm the name of his father and where he came from. I think his name could have been Robert and he died in 1846.

CHAMNEY in 1871and 1881 census in Birkenhead

ssmart53 — 21 Apr 2006 11:10:04 GMT

I have been unable to find William Chamney and his wife Eliza (nee Herbert )and family in the 1871 and 1881 census. Their daughter Mary was born in Denbigh Street, Birkenhead October 1870. I have tried various spellings of the surname but to no avail. I am not sure which district Denbigh Street would be in . William I think may have died in 1878 but Mary and her mother should appear some wherein the 1881)Any help would be gratefully received.

Marbury, Cheshire, England

Joanne Jones — 17 Aug 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for more information on the town of Marbury in Cheshire, England, where a number of generations of my Hallmarks lived (from approx. 1599-1742).

What I would like to know first of all, is an approximate time of founding. My earliest date in Marbury is 1599. I am also curious to know what the main industry of the town was, whether it tended to specialize in salt like most of the surrounding area or if it was known for any crafts, etc.

Any information that can be shared would be greatly appreciated in my search to learn more of my ancestors. Book recommendations are also taken.

If anyone knows the history of Church Minshull (mentioned in Domesday, my Hallmark line starts there in 1465) or Norbury (migration pt between Church Minshull and Marbury approx 1570-1599) as well, I would be also be appreciative to learn more about them.

Joseph & Alice COLLIER, both b. Cheshire, early 1800s

DebArnold91 — 7 May 2004 12:19:23 GMT

Came to America around 1850 with their children.
Later settled in Ohio.
Anyone know them?
Or Alices maiden name?

Jane YATES 1816 Latchford, Cheshire

mariadean20 — 4 May 2008 9:22:25 GMT

I am trying to find confirmation of the birth of Jane Yates born circa 1816 in Latchford Cheshire. She married an Edward Collins (I am also looking for confirmation of this marriage) between 1841 and 1844, possibly in Liverpool but maybe in her home parish of Latchford.

Can anybody help me pleae?

BOOTH and PIERSON, Stockport Cheshire

Rosemary_Hislop — 4 May 2008 11:32:07 GMT

I am looking for any information about John Booth and Susannah Pierson, parents of John Robinson Booth b.1810 in Stockport Cheshire, who arrived in Australia on the "Argylshire" in 1840 with his wife and children James and Susannah (who was born at sea). Also John and Mary's marriage. Mary was born in Halifax Yorkshire

John Henry WILSON, born abt 1818 Cheshire

mclernons — 29 Apr 2008 5:15:55 GMT

I am looking for information in regard to the ancestors/descendants of John Henry WILSON born abt 1818 CHESHIRE (name of village unknown unfortunately).

He may have been the John Henry WILSON transported in 1835 to Tasmania but cannot confirm as his convict record does not include 'Native Place'.

He married Harriet WILLIAMS a convict in 1849 in Hobart. Tasmania and they moved to Melbourne, Victoria abt 1857.

Harriet remarried in 1872 and on her marriage certificate she stated former husband had died in 1862 but I have not found a record of his death.

They were my great great grandparents.

He is my 'brick wall' and I know it doesn't help having a common name.

Any help appreciated.

Electoral roll lookup after 1922 for NIMMO in Wallasey, Cheshire please.

davlittle — 4 Apr 2008 10:33:40 GMT

My Grandmother's brother, William Nimmo lived at 6 Hampstead road in Wallasey during 1922. Can a local resident near Wallasey or the greater Cheshire region please refer to the old Electoral rolls and advise me how long William and his wife Alice (nee Laird) lived at that address? I live in New Zealand so the info is not available to me here.

I have discovered that William Nimmo died on the 19th of March 1959, and was buried in the Muiravonside cemetery not far from Edinburgh.

The period between 1922 and 1959 is a complete mystery for this family.

I can be contacted on my new email address which is:
vabukori@yahoo.com

Any info greatly appreciated.

Thank You

David Little

Nelson
New Zealand

TRIM & CHATTERTON surnames in Davenham, near Northwich, Cheshire

Jonathan Walker — 26 Sep 2004 12:09:02 GMT

I believe that I am a descendant of George Trim, born 1788 at Davenham, Cheshire, son of Abel Trim and Hannah Royle. George married Frances Chatterton 26 Dec 1811 at Davenham.

I'm looking for any information on the TRIM and CHATTERTON names in Davenham that anyone might have - I have very little information myself, other than what I've been able to glean from the parish church's birth registers (at the LDS website).

Any additional information would be greatly appreciated!

Robert or James GRANTHAM of Wimslow, Cheshire

LindaPGrantham — 20 Feb 2007 1:47:27 GMT

Seeking info on a James Grantham who was Christened on 7/20/1800 at Wimslow, Cheshire, England. Father's name is Robert. Do not have Mother's name or any other info. Believe he is related to my husband. His 5th ggrandfather was James William
Grantham and was born in 1800. I know the family came from England.

Thanks so much for your help.

Linda

THORNICROFT in Cheshire

GlenBodie — 27 Jul 2001 7:45:04 GMT

Mathew THORNICROFT married Ann (Knight?) and had 5 children: Thomas (9 Feb 1822), Ann (23 Mar 1824), Helen (2 Dec 1825), Joseph (2 Nov 1827) and Mathew (18 Sep 1829 - 25 Mar 1910).

The youngest married Martha Ford (1831-1913), had 2 children in Odd Rode, CHESHIRE (John, Joseph), then 4 more in Stapeley, CHESHIRE (Theodosia, Mathew Henry, George Frederick, Edward Vincent). This whole family move to Canada and I know a lot about their descendants.

But what of the other children born 1822-1827 and their descendants? And where did the first Mathew come from? There seem to be few Thornicrofts in Cheshire.

PICKFORD in CHESHIRE 1600-1900, also CHANTLER, WALLEY, WADSWORTH, HARRISON, CHANTLER, SIDEBOTHAM, ADSHEAD, KENYON

Denise Simpkins (nee Pickford) — 18 Nov 2004 11:00:25 GMT

Am interested to gather more information on all/any Pickford names in Cheshire 1600-late 1800's.

Particularly - but not exclusively;
1500-1900 Prestbury Parish (including ALL townships/villages in this parish) & neighbouring parishes

1700-1900 Prestbury Parish, + Cheadle, Bramhall, Bredbury, Brinnington,

If you have come across ANY Pickfords in your research I'd be pleased to know about them. Who knows - I may have information of value to you! Would be delighted to exchange Pickford info with other researchers.
TIA
Denise Simpkins

Ralph DODD (1806 - 1855) b. Chorley, d. Faddiley, Cheshire

TaraSmith1973 — 24 Apr 2008 4:21:10 GMT

I am looking for the ancestors of Ralph Dodd, a farmer of 157 acres in the village of Faddiley, Nantwich District of County Cheshire in the 1830s to 1850s.

In addition, I am wondering how an annuity works? Ralph Dodd receieved an annuity according to the 1851 England Census records ... Did this comes from the land he owned? Can an annuity be inherited? If so, then by whom?

Land ownership in Cheshire after 1839 - tithe map

TaraSmith1973 — 25 Apr 2008 2:59:16 GMT

An ancestor is listed in the 1839 Cheshire Tithe Map records as owning about 100 acres of land ... How can I check to see if and when he sold them? Or upon his death in 1860, who inherited them?

Many thanks,
Tara

STEATON, STAYTON, STETON of Tarvin, Cheshire

JohnChilton2408 — 11 Feb 2006 8:02:13 GMT

Wish to trace anyone interested in following the following surname in Tarvin, Cheshire. Spelling varies depending on census.

May grandmother Ada Steaton born 1894 father Joseph Steaton born C1843.

Any information about the family appreciated.

Henry & Jane RIMMER, married May 1882, Birkenhead

lauriemclaren1 — 16 Apr 2008 4:27:54 GMT

I am still trying to trace decendents of Henry and Jane Rimmer who married May 1882, Birkenhead, it was Janes second marriage. they had four children, Henry, Mary, Martha and Nicholas, they also had an adopted daughter Elizabeth Boarden. Any help or information greatly appreciated.

Lauriemac

William ROWBOTTOM/ROWBOTHAM m. Olive HARROP 1876, b. Cheshire

DOPhillips — 21 Feb 2007 2:56:07 GMT

Ggrandfather William Rowbottom listed in 1881 census with wife Olive Harrop in Dukinfield, Cheshire.
William born approx 1857 birthplace listed as Newton,Cheshire
Olive born 1849 birthplace listed as Dukinfield, Cheshire

They were married 1876 county Cheshire Lancashire(info from civil reg index 1837-1983)

Looking for their parents.

HARROP, St Peters Prestbury , Bollington, Cheshire

susanharewoodhouse — 20 Apr 2008 3:04:00 GMT

Hi there could any one please tell me if the St Peters Prestbury church have a disk out with its records ? On the BMD for Cheshire it has about 63 Harrops getting married there, amongst them are my family, I am just unsure how I can get more info on them to work out which ones are which and how they are linked as most of them come from Bollington which is a small town so I think they must all be inter related someway also I would like to find out the births the church recorded and deaths...so getting a disk with church records on would be great, I know some chuches are putting the records onto disk and selling them to fund new roofs etc is this one of them?

Peter BARNES b 1812 Bunbury Cheshire, England

rmjonescrewe — 19 Apr 2008 1:07:39 GMT

Can anyone help me out, I am looking for any information on Peter Barnes b 1812 d 1892 Lancs married E.Shone. Any children, siblings, or parents.

Joseph MASON b 1735 , Cheshire, England

rmjonescrewe — 19 Apr 2008 1:00:49 GMT

I am searching for any information on Joseph Mason b 1735 Acton Nantwich, Cheshire. I believe his wife was Mary Husle b1735 but dont know who their parents were. I believe they had a son Benjamin but all this information is quite vague. Can anyone help me out please.

Hazel Rowena MASON nee' BARNES lived in Cheshire

rmjonescrewe — 25 Nov 2007 3:55:37 GMT

Lived for the early part of her life in Australia. The district is unknown. She later returned to UK eventually living in Cheshire where she married Leslie Mason. They lived until their deaths in the Nantwich area of Cheshire. Does anyone have any information relating to either of these people please.

Margaret Jones

John MOBBERLY of Frodsham, Cheshire

Penney Mobley — 21 Feb 2007 3:27:45 GMT

I am Looking for information on the Mobberlys, of Frodsham, and Cheshire, ENGLAND I KNOW SOME OF THIER NAMES WERE JOHN MOBBERLY AND EDWARD MOBBERLY I WOULD TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE MOBBERLY OF ENGLAND, I KNOW THERE IS DIFFERENT WAYS TO SPELL THE MOBBERLY NAME, THANK-YOU PENNEY MOBLEY OF THE UNIED STATES

POTTS around Mobberley, Cheshire

BILL HEALD — 5 Aug 2004 9:14:16 GMT

THE ONLY POTTS I HAVE A RECORD OF IN THE AREA OF MOBBERLEY, IS AN EDWARD POTTS,OF MORLEY,WILMSLOW, DIED 1622, THEN NO MORE FOR 100 YEARS. I HAVE NEVER HEARD OF A PRISON OR EVEN A GAOL IN MOBBERLEY. I BELIEVE THERE IS A PRISON AT WILMSLOW, BUT I DONT KNOW ITS AGE. AS FOR THE POTTS IN USA
I HAVE HEARD SOMETHING ABOUT AN IRON BUSINESS OF SOME SORT IN THE FAMILY, BUT CANT REMEMBER THE WHICH BRANCH. I AM DESCENDED FROM WILLIAM HEALD WHO MARRIED ELIZABETH POTTS 1719, KENNETT, CHESTER CO, PENN, THE FATHER WAS JONAS POTTS.WITNESSES AT THE CEREMONY INCLUDED THE FOLLOWING POTTS; THOMAS, MARY,JONATHAN,HANNAH, JONAS,JOHN,THOMAS,DAVID,MARY & REES.
AT THIS SAME CEREMONY (QUAKER) RACHEL POTTS,SISTER OF ELIZ,
MARRIED JOSEPH BURSON.
AS FOR THOMAS POTTS BEING IMPRISIONED FOR HIS QUAKER BELIEFS
IN 1666 IN MOBERRLEY, I FIND THAT A BIT MUCH, AS THE AREA AROUND MOBBERLEY,MORLEY,WILMSLOW, WAS PRETTY THICK WITH THEM. MORE THAN LIKELY HE WAS FINED FOR NON-ATTENDANCE AT THE ESTABLISHED CHURCH WHICH WAS QUITE COMMON.
i HAVE LOTS MORE.

Prison in Mobberly?

FlorenceW — 25 Jan 2005 12:45:27 GMT

Was there a prison at Mobberly Cheshire in 1600"s?

Mary LOCKETT, abt 1810-1820, m. Alexander CALLOW in Cheshire

top_cat — 10 Nov 2005 6:12:36 GMT

I am looking for any info pertaining to Mary LOCKETT and/or family believed to have been in Cheshire in 1800s. Mary married Alexander CALLOW, said to be from Stockport. They
had a son Nathaniel, born 2 Aug, 1841. Nathaniel married Mary Colyer LANG (Holme area?) and ended up in the Fall River, Mass. area of USA. They had a daughter Alice Anne CALLOW. Mary Colyer's parents were William LANG(Blackburn area?), and Ann HILTON(Lancashire area?). Will appreciate help with LOCKETT or any ties to the folks listed.

YEARSLEY in Cheshire

GeoffWoodallEngland — 15 Apr 2008 3:23:19 GMT

John Yearsley c1802 born Crowton/Norley area Cheshire lived in Cow Lane Norley 1841.Nearby another John Yearsley c1774 lived with his wife Sarah,has anybody any idea if he was John's c1802 father.

Northwich Workhouse records

PhilMoreau18 — 12 Apr 2008 4:50:38 GMT

My wife's 2 x gt grandmother, Mary Burgess (nee Slater) had a son Edward in the workhouse in 1855/1856.

We wonder how long she was in the workhouse & whether her husband, Samuel was in there too. Do you know if any records exist other than the census?

Know they were home in 1851 with a daughter Sarah but by 1861 census, Mary with both children is living in Middlewich with no Samuel but another Burgess, this time a lodger called James. Just trying to find out what happened in those 10 years.

PICKERING in Cheshire

SherriOMuir — 13 Apr 2008 2:49:18 GMT

Searching for Pickering connections in Cheshire, connected to:

Robert Pickering (1774-1816) m Ellen (1772-1844)

Or their sons:

William Pickering (1814-1891) m Martha JONES (1818-1880)
David Pickering m Eleanor

HIGGINS, FARRELL, or MCGINN from Birkenhead

keith hammond — 23 Jun 2004 12:57:05 GMT

is anyone related to anyone named higgins farrell or mcginn from Birkenhead. please mail me

George Arthur WILKINSON and Matilda HOLLAND born Stockport

ericandsylvia — 10 Apr 2008 3:13:15 GMT

George Arthur Wilkinson born Stockport 1883 and Matilda Holland born Stockport 1887 were married in Stockport Cheshire in 1907 and had four children

PHYLLIS 1908
GEORGE EDWARD 1910
ETHEL 1912
NELLIE 1915

Looking for descendants of the above children

Eric

Ottawa Canada

Peter MOORE, Ermine Vaults public house, Chester

prentonboys — 16 Mar 2008 8:12:17 GMT

According to the 1871 Census my great granduncle had a public house called the 'Ermine Vaults', at 12 Frodsham Street, Chester. I would be very interested if anyone knows anything about this Public House. I have done some research but have found no record of this Pub even though the other Pubs on the same census are mentioned ie 'Raglan', 'City Arms'. I have traced another Pub called, 'The Ermine' but I don't think that is the same one as it appears that one was in Hoole Road, Chester.

Any help would be appreciated.

James JACKSON of Cheshire b. abt 1800

VickiAmes — 31 Mar 2008 1:13:14 GMT

I am trying to locate information on a James Jackson of Cheshire. According to the 1851 census he lived with his family at 5983 Bank Street. James was 52years old, his wife Hannah was 51 years old. Listed are two children Ann age 20 and William age 24.
I am trying to connect Ann to a Charles Hillman of Liverpool. They came to America in 1853, and were married in Woodford County, Illinois. They had three daughters, Ellen A., Ada Sachrell, and Ida Mae.

James and Ann ( MOSS) DEAN of Dukinfield

tdc241 — 27 Sep 2007 9:31:13 GMT

Hello:
I am looking for information on the Parents of
my Great Grandfather and Great Grandmother, James and Ann
( Moss ) Dean, both born in Dukinfield, Chesire, England.
The James Dean Family lived at 28 Parliament St.
in Dukinfield, as listed in the 1881 England Census. Their
children included my Grandfather, William Henry Dean born
1861, and Joseph born 1866, Jane Maria born 1871, Sarah E.
born 1876 and James Dean born 1878.
A copy of a Nov. 23rd. 1933 Obituary from a
Cockbrook newspaper indicated that my Great Grandmother,
Ann ( Moss ) Dean started work at 10 years old in the
weaving shed of Bobbie Lee's Mill in Dukinfield.
The Obituary also indicated that both of my Great
Grandparents were long time members of the Booth Mason Lodge
of the Oddfellows.
Any information on the Parents of James Dean born
abt.1837 and Ann Moss born abt. 1840 would be much appreciated. Thank You,

T.Dean Carr

Moses KEY (or possibly KAY) born in Cheshire, England in 1675

JutKey — 29 Mar 2008 1:28:39 GMT

I'm searching for any information anybody can provide on one Moses Key, or perhaps spelled Kay, who was born in Cheshire, England in 1675. I know all of the usual information concerning his coming to America and life in the states, but seeking any background information on his parents and their country of origin.

He came to Pennsylvania in 1700 and was a very active Quaker. He was evidently a very active Quaker in Cheshire as well, considering he brought with him a letter of introduction to the Friends in PA from the society in Cheshire.

My family believes that Moses Key is our ancestor and I have participated in the ydna project for the Key family. I've matched with two McKays (Mackay) with origins in Scotland and a Kee. Interested in making connections with any Key folks in the UK or Scotland who possibly descend back to Moses Key's Cheshire family.

Would appreciate any help at all! Feel free to email me at jutkey@gmail.com.

Blessings!

William BIRCH (b. 1715 /d. 1786) lived in Neston, Cheshire

judizimmer — 28 Mar 2008 9:40:47 GMT

This is a brick wall ancestor. Married to Katherine (unknown maiden name), father of Peter (b. 1737). Lived in Neston, Cheshire. Any further information about him or his wife, and their ancestors is sought.

Rev William MORRIS born 1863, son of Thomas Morris of Chester

conniejane1 — 23 Mar 2008 1:18:27 GMT

Rev William morris born 1863, son of Thomas Morris of chester. i have the census details for William but have discovered that he was the chaplain of messina, formerly cms. has anyone any idea of how to find out about his church history? thank you

Are you related to Frances May HUGHES in the Bucklow area Cheshire

sandylewis920 — 25 Mar 2008 1:55:23 GMT

HI
I'm looking for any information on Frances May Hughes who was married to a David Llewelyn Lewis 1932 in the Bucklow area Cheshire I know they got divorced but dont know the exact date.
Do you have a Frances May Hughes/Lewis in your tree she was born about 1907 in the same sort of area of Cheshire if so please get intouch trying desperately to find out what happened to this lady an information would be appreciated.

edith mary (molly) ELDER b. 1902 tranmere

conniejane1 — 13 Mar 2008 6:24:56 GMT

edith mary elder known as molly was born in 1902 tranmere. she was the daughter of alexander elder, a chemist, and rosa morris. does anyone know anything about her? thank you

Dock Cottages, Birkenhead

Bengreen11 — 29 Mar 2006 3:44:33 GMT

I have an ancestor living in Dock Cottages, Birkenhead in the 1851 census. Can anyone tell me about these houses, what they were like, when they were demolished etc. Thaks

birth cert fpr 1766 Wrenbury

yohyohy — 21 Mar 2008 9:57:23 GMT

hello.
can someone please tell me where i can buy a copy of a cert for one of my grt grand fathers who was born 1766 wrenbury.
is this a parish record?
where can i get it and how much will it be?
also one last thing, can i do it online?
cheers
jacki

Searching for STODDARD, SNELSON ancestors in Cheshire, UK

ljstod1970 — 22 Jul 2007 9:27:41 GMT

Yesterday I received the Marriage Certificate of my 4 x Great Grandparents James Stoddard and Mary Snelson, they were married in the parish of Prestbury, Chester in 1838. It states that James lived in Chelford and was a Labourer at the time of his marriage it doesn't give his aged but says 'of full age, although I think that he was born in around 1808. Mary Snelson was a Spinster of full age living in Withington, I think that she was born in 1806.

The Father of James was Joseph Stoddard, a Stonemason, and Mary's father was called William Snelson, a Labourer.

The witnesses were Edward Snelson and Hannah Lea, and the clergyman that officiated over the wedding was called Frederick Fryer (curate).

If anybody has any information on any of these names or could visit the parish churches in Cheshire for me, please contact me, your help would be greatly appreciated!

Regards

Lisa

Abel WARHURST, b. 1837 in Mottram

j_sandercockneeReeve — 25 Mar 2005 7:28:00 GMT

Can any one tell me who the parents of Abel b. 1837 in Mottram Cheshire are.
Thanks
Jenny

STODDARD Family in Cheshire

lsstddrd — 8 Nov 2007 12:01:51 GMT

Hi, my name is Lisa Stoddard and I have been researching my family
> history now for about 6 years and have come to a dead end in respect
> of not being able go to the birthplace of my ancestors because I am
> disabled.
> >
>
> I am interested in finding any information about JOSEPH STODDARD who I
> think was born in MERE, CHESHIRE. I don't know what year he was born
> but his son JAMES was born in 1808.
>
> On JAMES STODDARD's marriage certificate to MARY SNELSON in February
> 1838, JOSEPH's profession is stated as Stonemason and living in
> CHELFORD. I also think he may be buried in ROSTHERNE CEMETARY.
>
> If anyone can find any information on this person I would be truly
> grateful.
>
>
> Thankyou
>
> Lisa x
>

Warmingham flourmill circa 1852

ggeggins — 28 Feb 2008 11:30:58 GMT

Chasing any info on this flour mill.
My G G Grandfather (John Vernon)did his apprentiship there from 1851 to 1854.
The miller at the time was John Arden.

VAD Hospital, Stockport

rayharris185 — 16 Mar 2008 3:34:48 GMT

I have recently found a photograph of my grandfather, other patients and staff from when he was in the above in about 1916 after being injured during WW1. Does anyone know where the records from this hospital are and/or are they accessible? His name was Thomas Frederick Larkham (Dorsetshire Regiment)and I do know from his medal record that he was eventually discharged from the hospital and joined the Labour Corps.
Thanks
Ray Harris

William stordy WALKER m. ethel DAVIES 1931, Birkenhead

conniejane1 — 13 Mar 2008 6:31:19 GMT

william stordy walker married ethel davies in 1931, birkenhead area. they both lived in wallasey. does anyone know anything about this couple or where i could find a local report of their marriage? thank you

deaths of alexander and rosa ELDER , lived in Tranmere

conniejane1 — 13 Mar 2008 6:28:45 GMT

am trying to find the deaths for alexander elder and his wife rosa. they lived in tranmere and alexander was a chemist. their youngest child was born in 1906. I think that they were both still alive when their daughter married in 1931. i have been unable to find a death for either of them. if anyone could help i would be very grateful. thank you

edward THOMAS, homeopathic chemist , Chester

conniejane1 — 13 Mar 2008 6:35:33 GMT

edward thomas had a homeopathic chemists in pepper street chester in the late 1800s, early 1900s. he married agnes haynes and they had ten children. can anyone help me with this family? thank you

thomas MORRIS, Chester coal merchant in the late 1800s and early 1900s

conniejane1 — 13 Mar 2008 6:33:24 GMT

thomas morris was a coal merchant in chester in the late 1800s and early 1900s. he married catherine williams and they had seven children. can anyone help me with any info on this family? thank you

Look up Michael LEE, 1889 Birkenhead News.

johnparry56 — 13 Mar 2008 9:58:42 GMT

I am trying to find an account about an assault in Price St
Birkenhead 1889, with a Michael Lee hitting a lady holding a baby, who said he was the father, I would like to know the ladys name and what happend.I know this is a tall order
but someone may be able to help.
Thanks John.

ASHTON / HAGUE m. 1845 in Ashton, Cheshire

lydige — 11 Mar 2008 9:07:44 GMT

Seeking information on Charles HAGUE b. ca 1823 Haughton, Lanc. Married Lucy ASHTON September 1845 in Ashton, Ches. Lucy b. ca 1823 Hyde, Ches. They had a daughter Lettice HAGUE b. September 1848 in Hyde, Ches.

BUCKLEY in Cheshire

alice1377 — 21 Feb 2007 4:12:03 GMT

am interested in finding whether i am related to any Buckleys in Cheshire,our coat of arms is three bulls head
and one sitting in a gold coronet motto nil temere tentanil
timide english try nothing rashly or timidly.

SHELLEY, Macclesfield

MWard3545 — 9 Sep 2005 6:32:11 GMT

I am looking for connections to William SHELLEY born Lichfield 1843--- I have just him and his family on the 1891 and 1901 census---- he had three sons, William, Percy and John and a daughter, Mary.
I would be pleased to hear from anyone who has information about the family.
Best Wishes
Margaret

Reeve Farm, Newbold Astbury, Cheshire, 1700s

Sylvia — 30 Sep 2004 9:42:43 GMT

I am wondering if anyone could tell me the location of Reeve Farm in the township of Newbold Astbury please?

I am tracing my Fox family history in Astbury, Radnor and Somerford areas, and have come across references to the Fox family owning land at Reeve Farm in the 1700's.

Also searching for information on Thomas Fox who married Hannah Albiston at Astbury in 1793.

Schoolteachers in early 1900's: Ethel ROWLAND (nee YOUNGER) trained as a teacher in Birkenhead

katsus100 — 1 Mar 2008 12:06:03 GMT

Does anybody know if there are any records kept regarding school teachers in the early 1900's.
I am trying to find anything about my Grandmother Ethel Rowland (nee Younger) who trained as a teacher in Birkenhead around 1900 and was a teacher in Churton in the 1920s.

YOUNGER family of Birkenhead c 1890s

katsus100 — 2 Mar 2008 12:17:37 GMT

I am searching for any information on Ethel Younger born Birkenhead 1883. daughter of James Younger (1860 Birkenhead) and Annie Ellis (1858 Birkenhead) with siblings Victor and Mary

JUPP in Cheshire before 1835

tomngerrytravel — 29 Jan 2008 12:05:25 GMT

I am researching Jupp and looking for information on James Jupp who was born sometime around 1814-1818 in England (birthplace unknown). In 1834 James Jupp was said to be working at Chorley in Cheshire and possibly as a millswrights boy.
I would like to hear from anyone researching Jupp in Cheshire.
Can any give me any idea where Chorley, Cheshire is located?
Thanks in advance Gerry

William BARNETT b 1846 Haslington, Cheshire

ChristineChartrand — 28 Feb 2008 11:42:15 GMT

Looking for information on William Barnett b 1846 Haslington, Cheshire. Parent's William Barnett b 1801 and Hannah Welsh.

Weaverham, Cheshire

Ann — 21 Jul 2006 1:21:27 GMT

Is it possible for someone with access to these to do a look up please my local gene library has moved some considerable distance and cannot get to Chester miles from me. Thank you.

Ann WILKINSON b. abt 1821 Acton Bridge

Ann — 21 Jul 2006 1:22:16 GMT

Hello Laurie, thank you for your message. I am looking for Ann Wilkinson born about 1821 she is noted on the census as being born Acton Bridge. Her marriage states her father was Thomas Wilkinson a labourer. She married at Bolton in 1850. Trying to trace further back with this person.

I am willing to do a look up for you in any of my resources.

RUTTER family of Little Budworth

Beverley Scott — 7 Jun 2003 1:52:19 GMT

I have a fair amount of info. about the RUTTER family from Little Budworth and their ancestors which I would be happy to share, but would like to know more about their descendents from 1900 onwards.

I'm interested in the children and their families of Richard and Margaret RUTTER, married in Bunbury in 1857 and living in Little Budworth where Richard was Inn Keeper of the Shrewsbury Arms.

Their children were - Alice Martha b.1859 married 1. Jesse Edward SMITH in 1888, then 2. James GRAHAM 1898, moved to Macclesfield where she died in 1903.
Ellen b.1860, married Harry PAYNE in 1886
Ann (my grt.grandmother) b.1862, marrried 1. Thomas William SIMISTER 1883, then 2. Frank WRIGHT in 1900.
Margaret b.1864, married 1. William CROMPTON in 1886, then 2. Harry PEOVER in 1894.
William b.1866, married Lilian GREEN

I would be delighted to hear from anybody who can help with info on the above.

CLAYTON of Bollington (Edward CLAYTON m. Alice HART 1910)

Denise Jervis — 30 Nov 2004 10:38:50 GMT

I am searching for the Claytons of Bollington, my grandfather was Edward Clayton born c1880, I believe he lived in Bollington as he won many trophies for running and was at one time in the Bollington Harriers. He married Alice Hart (born c1883) at St Gregories, Bollington in 1910.

Many thanks
Denise

BOOTH, Richard 1600s, Cheshire, England. Sons England > USA

Valencia Booth — 2 Feb 2004 1:26:33 GMT

Looking for information on Richard Booth from Cheshire, d 1628. Had 3 sons who emigrated to America - Richard, John, Robert.

George OAKES or OAKS, Cheshire convict in 1826, b. abt 1805, son of Thomas and Elizabeth OAKES / OAKS

andreweninge — 5 Feb 2005 10:36:21 GMT

George Oakes or Oaks came to Australia as a convict on the Speke of 1826 after having been convicted in Cheshire. It seems he was involved in a poaching incident, in which a certain John Eadley shot at a certain T Jackson.

In Australia he was eventually made free, married a young girl from Limerick (Susannah Casey), and had his first child, Martha Jane Oaks, only to be convicted again in Burrowa and sent to Norfolk Island, and then Van Diemans Land. He came back to NSW, had some more family and died in the Murringo area.

Luckily, the Tasmanian convict records give the names of family members back in England: parents Thomas and Elizabeth, and siblings William, Thomas, Mary, Esther and Charlotte.

George would have been born about 1805.

Do his family members' names ring any bells?

Henry ROBINSON marriage 31 December 1804 in Macclesfield and in Prestbury

lesleycoudounas_1 — 12 Feb 2008 10:25:43 GMT

Good morning, my gt gt grandmother was Sarah Hawkins nee Robinson. She was christened on 24 Feb 1822 at Christ Church Macclesfield. Her parents were Henry Robinson and Sarah.

I can only find two marriages for a Henry Robinson and Sarah both dated 31 December 1804 and both to a Sarah Etchells, one in Macclesfield and one in Prestbury. Would anyone know if they are one and the same marriage?

Thanks
Lesley

CHENEY of Willaston

foots49 — 12 Feb 2008 9:35:55 GMT

My 16th Great-Grandfather was a John Cheney b: Abt 1345. I have a picture of a Coat Of Arms that was his, according to the information provided, see attached BMP. The coat of arms is described as Chequy or and azure, a fess gules fretty of the first.

Can someone tell me if in fact this Arms was his and if it was, was her a Lord or something of some place?

COOKSON / DAVIES mystery - marriage at Whitegate, Cheshire 1813

Alan Cookson — 2 Nov 2006 10:06:52 GMT

Hi,

I wonder if anyone can help with this one.

A marriage took place at Whitegate, Cheshire, England on 21st April 1813 between Joseph Cookson and Mary Davies.

As the marriage certificate makes no mention of who the parents are and I have two Joseph Cooksons, either of which could possibly fit the bill, I am stuck.

Possibility No 1. Joseph Cookson born in Over Cheshire c.1793. He was a saltboiler by trade. Wife Mary.

Possibility No 2. Joseph Cookson ch. January 1792 in Tarvin Cheshire, died 11th, February 1822 Tarvin. He was a farmer. Wife Mary.

Any feedback at all would be more than welcome.

Regards,

Alan Cookson.

James ASHBROOK/Mary DARCEY/Annie DARCEY/Edward FAHY/Patrick DARCEY/Bridget DOWNS in Northwich

juliedarcy99 — 30 Jan 2008 3:10:01 GMT

This family lived in and around Northwich from 1838 onwards, with a branch of the Darcy/Fahy family moving accross to Yorkshire around 1890. Patrick Darcy married Bridget Downs circa 1853 and disappears from records after 1855. Please can anyone with any information relating to this family please get in touch.
Many thanks
Julie Darcy

NIELD in Christleton, Cheshire

mikepugh41 — 6 Feb 2008 1:42:17 GMT

HI All
I have hit a brick wall with a John Nield.I have 5 children for him all born in Christleton they are as followas
Daniel b abt 1770 Baptised 1770 Christleton St James
Elizabeth b abt 1772 Baptised 1772 " " "
Jane b abt 1776 Baptised 1776 " " "
John b ???? Buried 1781 " " "
Ambrose b 1785 Baptised 1785 " " "

It is from Ambrose that my Family descend but in trying to find a wife for John his father or any information about him I cannot find anything which fits with the birth of the children in Christleton. Is there anybody out there who could possibly help.
Regards
Mike

Ezra NIXON, Mayor of Crewe 1925-6

GalaxyJane — 5 Mar 2005 5:45:11 GMT

I am looking for any information on my maternal great grandfather Ezra Nixon. He was born in Middlewich, moved to Leeds for a while and then to Crewe where he eventually beca,e mayor. Any details of his parents, and his early, middle and later years, would be gratefully accepted!
JV

Family of William KNOWLES and Mary CLEG KNOWLES from Cheshire

jcgc190 — 5 Feb 2008 6:33:53 GMT

I am searching for the family of William Knowles and Mary Cleg Knowles who came from Hyde Paris, Stockport, Chester, England to Canada in about 1834. They had 12 children and four came with them to Canada. They were John (born 15 Aug 1817), Daniel (born 10 April 1824), Marth and Elizabeth.

I do not know how long they lived in Chester before coming to North America. They may have moved there from the Yorkshire area.

Any leads would be appreciated.

OKELL b. abt 1775, d. at High Legh, Rostherne, Cheshire

valerie1890 — 1 Feb 2008 7:30:48 GMT

Seeking information on George Okell. Born about 1775 and died at High Legh, Rostherne, Cheshire, England on September 3, 1830. He is buried with the Peaks and the Masseys and I'm trying to figure out the connection. Thank you for any help

OULTRAM family of Kingsley/Norley, Cheshire

ravenfortress — 29 Jan 2006 1:39:07 GMT

Hello,

I am a descendant of William Oultram born in 1862 in Kingsley and Mary Walker born in 1867 in Norley.

William and Mary had eight children -
- Jack or Joseph (born 1887 who married Helen)
- Anne (born 1888 who married Edward Barnett)
- my grandfather William (born 1891 who married my gran Violet or Violetta Bratt born 1891)
- Bertha (born 1892 whose married name was Quinn)
- James (born 1895 who married Dolly or Alice)
- Emily (born 1898 who married Robert Hodkins)
- Harry (born 1900, wife unknown)
- Walter (born 1901 who married Lucy Lomax)
- Hilda (born after 1901 who married Edward Mercer)
- Florence (born after 1901 who married William Brown)

I'm looking for any information on the Oultram family, but specifically I'm seeking details of William's parents/ancestors and their children and descendants.

Thanks,

Ian

DUTTON family of Duddon, Tarvin and Clotton Hoofield, Cheshire

susanseal_1 — 8 Nov 2007 6:22:21 GMT

Any information on Duttons of Duddon, Tarvin and Clotton Hoofield please?

VARLEY m. BALLARD 1909 Chester

kathleenlopez69 — 28 Jan 2008 3:38:22 GMT

Winnifred Eugenie Ballard, born c 1885, married Richard Stanley Varley in Chester in 1909. Winnifred was the daughter of Edward George Ballard and Catherine Eugene Davidson. I would dearly love to make contact with someone interested in this family.
Kathleen

WILLIAMS of Rock Ferry, Cheshire

JoyceDowdall39 — 21 Jan 2008 7:35:35 GMT

Researching Williams family, lived at 21 Brunswick Street. 1891,census.
John Williams 40. born Mochdre. Wales
Christiana (Nee McInnes)43. Born Cannanore.British EastInda
British Armed Forces.
John..........17 Edmund.........13
Richard.......15 Thomas.........10
William....... 8 James.......... 6
Henry......... 4 Christiana..... 11mths.

I have traced them on 1901 census and Christiana (snr) passed away 1900.
I have also learned that John had a brother Abel Williams living at 25 Henry Street birkenhead.
If anyone is searching this family please contact...Thanks..Joyce.

Elizabeth CHAPLOW living in Chester married William SPEED 1873

gblanch24 — 25 Jan 2008 2:30:39 GMT

Hi,

I seem to be at a dead end, and I am hoping someone here can shed some light on the situation. Elizabeth Chaplow was born early 1855 to William Chaplow and Mary Rowland. She lived in Chester, and in 1873 married William Speed. Here is my problem by 1881 she is in Brooklyn, New York, married to a Mr. Leigh, and has two children. I cannot figure out what happened those 8 years. I can't find a death certificate for William Speed. I cannot find her immigration papers. I cannot find another marriage, or his death certificate. Just to finish the story Mr. Leigh is dead about 1885, and in 1887 she remarried Thomas Miller. Anything that can help me with this situation would be most appreciated.

SWINDLER / SWINDLE /SWINDLEY in Tarvin, Duddon, Waverton area

Jocelyn Gould — 24 Jan 2005 10:36:05 GMT

Seeking Swindley/Swindle/Swindler in Tarvin, Duddon, Waverton area of Cheshire in 19century and earlier

George TAYLOR, of Lymm (near Warrington), 1851

FredJames2 — 5 Jan 2008 5:57:31 GMT

I have found my gg grandfather in the 1851 census of England married to Rebecca Beamish of County Cork, Ireland. He is shown at 72 Eagle Brow in Lymm east of Warrington. I ask two things

1. can anyone tell me what is at this address today.
2. if anyone is interested this family I can provide some information on his history after going to the USA and would appreciate information on his ancestors.

Thanks, Fred James.

Catherine BROWN 1871 Runcorn, Cheshire census look up please

May — 29 Nov 2005 3:51:20 GMT

Could anyone please check for Catherine Brown probably born Warrington ,widow aged about 59 probably washerwoman.
children Elizabeth , James ,George, all in their 30s

on 1861 they are in Runcorn , but not sure of the address then

many thanks
may

Joseph CLARK / CLARKE b. 1756 d. 1831 Rostherne, Cheshire

valerie1890 — 13 Jan 2008 12:06:25 GMT

Looking for information on Joseph Clark born Rosherne, Cheshire 1756 and died High Legh, Rotherne, Cheshire in 1831

SWALLOW in Nantwich/Crewe

grahamswallow — 5 Jan 2008 9:17:12 GMT

I have discovered a line of Swallows in the Nantwich/Crewe area and they all seemed to work for the railway company at Crewe works. I cannot seem to find any information about them at all anywhere. I have discovered that a Walter William Swallow died of a fractured skull and coma whilst at work but I cannot find any media articles relating to this anywhere. Could anyone maybe shed some light on this or any information regarding the Swallow family in Cheshire.

HAMMERSLEY in nantwich

grahamswallow — 5 Jan 2008 9:11:37 GMT

I am trying to trace the hammersley family line back in time, I have found that my line of Hammersleys originated from Staffordshire around 1857. I have discovered that they were shoemakers or cordwainers. Could anyone help me find what they were doing in Staffordshire because before they moved to Cheshire, I seem to have come up against a brick wall.