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James COULSON (bn1801) and wife Hannah (bn1796) Hexham and Corbridge

muddysmith — 2 May 2008 6:22:25 GMT

Would love to know more about James and Hannah Coulson. 1841 living at Haugh Lane, Hexham, and 1851 living at Back Row, Corbridge. Do you know anything about their parents, or when they died? They had children John (1821), Joseph (1823), Mary (1827), Hannah (1828), Matthew (1833), and William (1836).

William Berry BURGON / BURGOYNE born 1822 Berwick

lauriemclaren1 — 20 Jul 2008 9:34:28 GMT

Hi

William Berry Burgon/Burgoyne was born 1822 Berwick, I am trying to find out where the Berry name came from, does any one have a connection to that name in the area.

thanks

Lauriemac

John FRENCH b c1815 Haydon Bridge, Northumberland

LorraineStevens75 — 13 Jan 2008 2:31:52 GMT

I would appreciate any assistance in helping me find details of my gg grandfather's family.
He was John French born in Haydon Bridge in c 1815. I believe his father was Hetherington French and his mother Mary.
From my research John was married 3 times :
1. to Sophia (Mansfield ???) who he was living with in the 1841 census in the Chapelry of Haydon, Parish of Warden.
A Sophia French died in Sept 1842 reg in Hexham 25/164.
2. to my gggmother Dorothy Tulip who he was living with in the 1851 census in Bishop Wearmouth with their son William Hetherington French aged 5.
A Dorothy French died in April May June 1845 reg in Cockermouth.
3. to Margaret Bell with whom he emigrated to Australia on the Araminta in 1854. My ggfather William Hetherington French was the only child to travel with them.
Would love some help with the French family.
Regards
Lorraine

Albert NEWTON born 1921 in Blyth, Northumberland

Jim Newton — 18 Aug 1999 12:00:00 GMT

My father Albert Newton was born in Blyth, Northumberland in 1921. He had brothers James, William and Thomas. He married Christina Kirkwood from Glasgow, Scotland in 1943.
His parents names were George newton and Elizabeth Wilson (?) Any help will be appreciated.

Station Road, Ashington, Northumberland

genebugsue — 11 Jul 2008 9:48:10 GMT

Where might I write for information -- to see what Station Road today looks like? I have a picture of the street with houses and possibly stores (there are quite a number of awnings over the fronts) mixed in from about 1887 where one of my ancestors - Almus Surviner Nunn and possibly her brother Walter Nunn - were born.

There is a clock on the front or side of a building and a what looks like a church steeple behind the row of buildings (seen over the rooftop). There appears to be a milk container wagon pulled by a horse and people on bikes -- both women and men.

Any help in finding city directories for that timeframe to find what address and which house was hers, etc. would be most appreciated.

Thank you.

WOLSINGHAM - mystery surname in Northumberland

muddysmith — 12 Jul 2008 3:17:22 GMT

one of my relatives was named Annie Wolsingham Murray. I'm pretty sure 'Wolsingham' must be a family surname, but I can't fine any Wolsinghams either in Northumberland (where Annie was born), or in fact anywhere in England in 1871 (the census before Annie was born). Can anyone shed any light on this mystery?

Parents of Jane WILSON b1824 in Tynemouth

TimWilson20 — 30 Jan 2008 8:25:57 GMT

I am searching for the parents of Jane Wilson, born August 29, 1824 in Tynemouth.
Thanks

CRAIGS family of Bedlington

carolwood79 — 4 Nov 2002 7:04:26 GMT

Is anybody else looking for the Craigs family of Bedlington? I believe they were at the Railway Inn, Bedlington Station for many years. My great grandfather James Craigs was the proprietor in the early 1900s. He married Martha Patterson and they had three children, Florence, Jack and Joe. One of Martha's sisters (Emma) married into the Muter family. Does anyone have this surname on their tree?

BRUCE families Newcastle, Jarrow

suecharl — 4 Jul 2008 5:27:09 GMT

Tracing BRUCE lines from this area 1700's - 1800's earlier and later.
Someone must also be tracing these BRUCE'S in these areas as there are so many of them .
Please contact me if you are as they may fit into my line

MOCKETT Family from the Bedlington / Morpeth area

louisehardyz — 1 Jul 2008 7:00:10 GMT

I am looking for any information on the Mockett family from the Bedlington / Morpeth area.

My G Grandmother was a Gladys Mockett b: 1914. She married a man named William Scott b: 1910.

Gladys' father was a Henry Thomas Mockett. I was told he married a lady called Hetty or Henrietta, but I do know her surname was Marshall.

I also know that Gladys had two sisters, Ada and Elizabeth, again I am unsure of the dates and if there were any other siblings.

During my free trial on Ancestry I could not find any stand-out information on this family. Therefore, I would appreciate any help or information that anyone may have.

Thanks, in advance.

Louise

Thomas FERGUSON and wife Dorothy WILSON, Felton, Northumberland 1730 - 1817

muddysmith — 2 May 2008 6:09:55 GMT

Thomas(1730/40-1818) and Dorothy (1744-1820) lived and died in the delightful village of Felton - is someone able to visit the churchyard there and see if there is a stone to their memory? Would love to know more info - confirmation of Thomas's dob, and details of their parents? They had children John (1771), William (1773) and Thomas (1776) (my direct ancestor).

HODGSON born circa 1796 in North Sunderland, Northumberland

Jane Salisbury — 23 Jan 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Elizabeth Hodgson was born circa 1796 in North Sunderland, Northumberland. Is anyone researching Hodgsons in this area?

COWEN b. Hexham district ,moved to Cumberland

jillynetter — 20 Apr 2008 10:41:51 GMT

Any Cowen Cowan, Cowing have any possible ancestors to Thomas Cowen? This is my paternal line and I'm so stuck and feeling desperate to find something!

Thomas Cowen born around 1855-1860 born Hexham
married Rachel Lewis in Carlisle 1876
Children Margaret (Maggie)1879 all born in Carlisle
Annie 1884
John James (known as James) 1885/1916
Mary J 1891-1893
Thomas William 1898-1901

I wonder if there is anyone else researching these people, I'm constantly trying to find Thomas Cowen's birth details as he states in 1881 & 1891 he was born in Hexham, Northumberland then 1901 that he was born in Carlisle.

I've been searching both areas, bought certificates and found nothing to connect so far.
His marriage certificate says his fathers name was William and occupation a Carter that didn't help either as I couldn't find him and I was advised that not all fathers mentioned on the birth certificate are actually their fathers names, to hide illegetimacy etc.

1850s records Wallsend or Willington - THOMPSON, LILLEY

BryanHoggarth — 3 Apr 2008 10:35:00 GMT

For years I’ve “known” that ancestor William LILLEY married a lass called Margaret in the 1850s and I’m descended from their daughter Isabella LILLEY who was born about 1858 in Wallsend or Willington Quay.
However I could never find the marriage of Margaret & William nor the births of their first three daughters.
I now know that Margaret THOMPSON had three daughters before she married William in 1859 and what I would like to know is whether there are any records such as baptism which will give a clue as to the father of Isabella THOMPSON born 19 March 1858 in Willington.
Margaret may have had a long term relationship with William while he lived with his widowed mother or maybe she had a string of men – for fun or money.
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To avoid any waste of time chasing up things I already know I have listed below the relevant facts as I know them:

1841 census Ho107-827-2 folio 34, Cottages, Wallsend
Adam Lilley 44 Waterman Y
Isabella do 44 Y
William do 18 Labourer Y
Isabella do 16 Y
Abraham do 14 Y
Adam do 12 Y
Nancy do 9 Y
Margaret do 9 Y
Thomas do 4 Y
George do 2 Y

Death certificate, sub-district Wallsend, says:
1st December 1845 Adam Lilley, male, 46 years, Sailor, Found Drowned, Informant J REED Coroner Newcastle upon Tyne, registered 27 December 1845, Registrar Benjamin Forster.

1851 census Ho107-2409 folio 46, West Row, Wallsend [indexed as LIBY]
Isabell LILY Head Widow 49 NBL Berwick
William do Son U 27 Lab NBL do
Abram do Son U 23 Lab NBL do
Adam do Son U 21 Lab NBL do
Nancy do Daur U 18 NBL do
Margaret do Daur U 18 NBL do
Thomas do Son 14 Lab NBL do
George do Son 10 NBL Wallsend
Mary Ann do Gnd Child 11 mo NBL do [FreeBMD has birth Jun qtr 1850 Tynemouth 25 519 of Mary Ann LILLEY- cert says mother Margaret; no father]

Where Margaret THOMPSON was in 1851 I cannot pin down.

Birth Certificate - Born 2 January 1853 Willington Quay; Margaret; Girl; no father; mother Margaret THOMPSON; informant + The mark of Margaret THOMPSON Mother Willington Quay; registered 19 April 1853.
IGI has a birth:- Margaret Ellen THOMPSON 11 Mar 1854 St Peter's Wallsend NBL to Margaret THOMPSON (no father), batch I022077

Birth certificate - Sub-district Wallsend. Born 6 Sep 1855, Church Bank; Hannah; girl; father - blank; mother Margaret THOMPSON; informant X The mark of Margaret THOMPSON, Mother, Church Bank; registered 19 Sep 1855.

Birth Certificate 10b 101 Mar 1858 Tynemouth District, sub-district Wallsend:
19 March 1858, Willington; Isabella; Girl; no father; mother Margaret THOMPSON; informant Margaret THOMPSON of Willington; registered 23 March 1858.

Marriage Certificate - 9 April 1859 Parish Church Tynemouth by Banns. William LILLEY; full age; Bachelor; Miner; This Parish; father Adam LILLEY, Mariner. Margaret THOMPSON; full age; Spinster; This parish; no father. Witnesses: Abraham LILLEY, Jane WAUGH.

1861 census RG9-3781 folio 123, Six House Row, Monkwearmouth, Sunderland
William LILLEY Head Mar 37 Coal Miner Berwick-on-Tweed
Margaret do Wife Mar 33 NBL Bentley
Margaret do Daur 8 NBL Wallsend
Hannah do Daur 5 NBL do
Isabella do 3 NBL do

1861 census RG9-3781 folio 103, Corn Hill, Southwick, Sunderland
Isabella LILLY Head Widow 62 House Holder NBL Berwick
Then in same dwelling
John WOLLEY Head M 40 Labourer Ireland
Mary do Wife M 28 Ireland
Thomas do Son 2 DUR Southwick
new family in same dwelling
Joseph LAWLESS Head M 51 Labourer Ireland
Mary do Wife M 51 Ireland
and children born in Sunderland

Possible Death Index for Isabella LILLEY from FreeBMD:
Dec qtr 1865 Isabella LILLEY Sunderland 10a 288 ----- ORDERED 15 Feb 07 ----
Died 5th Nov 1865 Corn Hill Southwick; Isabella LILLEY; Female; 69 Years; Widow of Adam LILLEY, A Mariner; Sundry Infirmities of Old Age Certified; informant The Mark of William LILLEY Present at the death, Colliery, Monkwearmouth; registered 6th November 1865. (Age could be 67)

Death certificate Sunderland District, sub-district South Bishop Wearmouth vol 10a page 344.
Died 11 March 1869 Ryhope Pit, name William LILLEY Male 48 years Coal Miner Cause of Death Accidental fall of stone, Informant - Information received from Crofton MARWOOD Coroner for Easington Ward Durham. Inquest held 12 March 1869, registered 15 March 1869, Registrar Tho SWAN.

1871 Census RG10-5012 Folio 17v, 9 Bell Street, DUR Ryhope
Margaret LILLEY Head W 42 Mangle Woman NBL Benkley
Hannah do Daur UnM 15 Domestic Servant NBL Wallsend
Isabella do Daur 13 Scholar NBL do
William do Son 9 Scholar DUR Sunderland
Adam do Son 6 DUR do

Marriage Certificate 10a 832 - 21 July 1873 Sunderland Reg. Off.
Groom; John COPE 24 Bach. Coalminer; res. Ryhope; father Richard COPE Coalminer
Bride; Margaret Ellen LILLEY 19 Spinster; res. Ryhope; father William LILLEY Coalminer
Witnesses Timothy PAGET, Elizabeth HADDRICK

Deaths - Sep 1873 Hannah LILLEY age 17 Sunderland 10a 360
Died 2 Aug 1873, 66 Ryhope Street, Ryhope; Hannah LILLEY; Female; 17 years; Daughter of William LILLEY Coal Miner (deceased); Consumption; informant John COPE, present at the death, 66 Ryhope Street, Ryhope; registered 4 Aug 1873.

Marriage Certificate: 1877 at Registry Office Sunderland 26 May 1877
Groom: Robert MUSGROVE; age - 22; Bachelor; Coal Hewer; residence - 50 Railway Street Ryhope; Father Allen MUSGROVE, Coal Miner.
Bride: Isabella LILLEY; age - 21 years; Spinster; residence - 65 Ryhope Street Ryhope; father William LILLEY (deceased) Coal Miner.
Robert marked, Isabella signed
Witnesses: Stephen X Duck and Margaret Ann Duck

WALDOCK 1891 census Ashington

Debbie — 22 May 2005 8:10:21 GMT

Can someone look up 1891census for JOHN WALDOCK 50, his wife JANE 47 and children, JOSEPH 27, JANE 24, THOMAS 23, ELLEN 21, JOHN 19, JAMES 17, EDITH 15, and ELIZABETH 11. possibly Ashington, Morpeth or Blyth.
Many thanks

Debbie

BONE/WALDOCK/BRITTAIN/RUDDOCK from Northumberland

Dee Looes — 19 Feb 2005 1:19:49 GMT

Any names as above coming from Northumberland, Middlesborough, Ashington, Blythe areas?
Please contact me with the smallest of info if you have it
Thanks
Dee

1861 Engineering works near Elswick? Does anyone know?

ray4d — 23 Nov 2001 11:49:24 GMT

My 2X great grandfather, Robert ATKINSON was living with his family in Elswick, Newcastle in the 1861 census. He was an engineer or fitter by trade all of his life. Was there an engineering works or locomotive works there in 1861? Thanks for any ideas anyone can give me. Donna
Searching for: ATKINSON and GAIR of Byker and Newburn, FEATONBY and WAKINSHAW both of Durham and Newcastle, GILLENDER of Durham.

STAINSBY & HUNTER, Darlington, Cockerton & Long Newton, Nbl., ENG.

ymfoster — 29 Jul 2001 1:25:24 GMT

I am looking for any connections to Robert Stainsby & Mary Hunter abt. 1730+ in Cockerton, Darlington & Long Newton.

Also George & Thomas Grecian & parents George & Alice Hill around 1750 - 1850 in Whittingham, Ilderton & Wooler, Nbl.
also James Grecian & Eleanor Steele, & Ann Henderson in the 1700's in the same area,
Any help greatly appreciated,

Hopefully, Yvonne.

Mary Ann DODD(S) of Hexham?

ojisan_1 — 27 Jun 2006 3:52:21 GMT

Can anyone please help me with family info on MARY ANN DODD(S), born around 1853.

I've established she married JOHN JAMES WEISE, mariner, at the Parish Church in Sunderland in 1872, and gives her age as 19. At the time of marriage she lived in New Grey Street (no number given) and her father was "JOHN DODDS, occupation Cartman".

They went on to have at least two children, but possibly as many as a dozen. One of them, JOHN JAMES WISE, died in the Victoria Hall disaster in Sunderland in 1883, aged 10 yrs. The WEISE family name has changed to WISE, but I know they are one and the same because I remember my late mother telling me about the fact that Mary Ann lost a child in this event. In fact, it's uncertain from GRO certificates which of the two spellings is correct.

Her first husband appears to have died before 1891. She is listed in the 1891 census under the roof of Henry Craig using the name Mary Jane Wise, with "marital status widow, occupation housekeeper, aged 38, born Hexham, Northumberland". In the next census however, she gives her place of birth as Sunderland, but given the large DODD(S) community in Hexham and the fact that she could have named any other town in England if she wanted to make something up, I figure this is probably where she originated from.

Thereafter, she had two known children to Henry Craig. The second one, WILLIAM HOGARTH WISE CRAIG, was born in July 1892. He died three months later and the certificate shows the death was reported by "E. DODDS, aunt, of 29 Brandling Street, Monkwearmouth, Sunderland".

I can't find ANY reference to her own parents and siblings in the census records in spite of knowing her father's name and occupation, the clue that she had a sister with the initial 'E' and all the various street addresses that keep popping up on certificates...

Any help in tracing Mary Ann's parents and siblings would be very much appreciated!

SMAILS b. Roxbughshire living in North Akeld nr Kirknewton in Northumberland 1841

chris — 14 Sep 2003 12:40:55 GMT

looking for info on an Adrew Smails b Scotland , seemed to be in North Akeld nr Kirknewton in Northumberland 1841.

WILSON in Northumberland

GillNE46 — 2 Jun 2008 12:39:07 GMT

Is this familiar to anyone?

William WILSON, son of Archibald WILSON (1798-1880) and Susannah MCBEAN (1801-1854), was born on 1 August 1821 in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. He married Ellen GORDON on 13 February 1846 in Aberdeen. In 1881 he was resident in Elswick, Northumberland, England. In 1891 he was resident in Elswick. He was a Brass finisher. He died in 1895 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.

1861 Census
Name: William Wilson
Age: 38
Estimated birth year: abt 1823
Relation: Head
Spouse's name: Helen
Gender: Male
Where born: Scotland
Civil parish: St Andrew
Ecclesiastical parish: St Peter
Town: Newcastle Upon Tyne
County/Island: Northumberland
Street address: 8 St Andrews Court
Occupation: Brass finisher
Registration district: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sub-registration district: St Andrew
Household Members: Name Age
Ann Wilson 3
George Wilson 10
Helen Wilson 36
Helenor Wilson 12
James Wilson 14
Mira Wilson 5
William Wilson 38
Williamine Wilson 6 Mo.

1871 Census
Name: William Wilson
Age: 47
Estimated birth year: abt 1824
Relation: Head
Spouse's name: Helen
Gender: Male
Where born: Scotland
Civil parish: Elswick
Ecclesiastical parish: Benwell St James
Town: Newcastle
County/Island: Northumberland
Country: England
Street address: 19 Portland Street
Occupation: Brassfinisher
Registration district: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sub-registration district: Westgate
Household Members: Name Age
Ann Wilson 13 b. Newcastle
George Wilson 19 b. Scotland Cordwainer
Helen Wilson 45
Margaret I Wilson 4
William Wilson 47
William Wilson 10 ? Williamina?

1881 Census
William WILSON Head M Male 57 Scotland Brassfinisher
Ellen WILSON Wife M Female 54 Scotland
Williamina WILSON Daur U Female 20 Newcastle Servant
Margaret J. WILSON Daur U Female 14 Newcastle Scholar

1891 Census
Name: William Wilson
Age: 66
Estimated birth year: abt 1825
Relation: Father
Spouse's name: Ellen
Gender: Male
Where born: Scotland
Civil parish: Elswick
Ecclesiastical parish: St James
County/Island: Northumberland
Country: England
Street address: 30 Bentnick Street, Elswick
Occupation: Brassfinisher
Registration district: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sub-registration district: Westgate
Household Members: Name Age
Alexandrina Lawton 16 Domestic servant
Cristopher Robinson 20 Nephew, Labourer
Christopher Wilson 19 Apprentice
Ellen Wilson 64
James Wilson 16 Apprentice
James G Wilson 44 Machine man, born Scotland
Jane Wilson 7
Margaret Wilson 46 Wife, born Gateshead
Margaret Wilson 10
Robert Wilson 13
William Wilson 66.

William WILSON had the following children:

James Gordon WILSON (1847- ). James was born in 1847 in Aberdeen. He was born in 1847 (approx.) in Aberdeen, Scotland. He married Margaret BOLAM in 1868 in Newcastle upon Tyne. He married her in 1868 in Newcastle upon Tyne. In 1891 he was resident in Elswick. In 1901 he was resident in Elswick. He was an Iron moulder, Shell service machinist.

Eleanora WILSON (1849- ). Eleanora was born in 1849 in Aberdeen. She was born in 1849 (approx.) in Aberdeen. In 1851 she was resident in Old Machar, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. In 1861 she was resident in St Andrew, Northumberland, England. She married Charles LAWTON in 1867 (approx.) in Newcastle upon Tyne. In 1871 she was resident in Westgate, Northumberland, England. In 1881 she was resident in Byker, Northumberland, England. In 1891 she was resident in St Andrew. She married Allan BLAND in December 1898 in Newcastle upon Tyne. In 1901 she was resident in Elswick.

George WILSON (1850- ). George was born in 1850 in Aberdeen. He was born in 1850 (approx.) in Aberdeen. He was a cordwainer.

Mira WILSON (1856- ). Mira was born in 1856 in Newcastle, Northumberland, England. She was born in 1856 (approx.). In 1861 she was resident in St Andrew.

Ann WILSON (1858- ). Ann was born abt 1858 in Newcastle, Northumberland, England.In 1861 she was resident in St Andrew.

William WILSON (1860- ). William was born on 20 April 1860 in All Saints, Newcastle upon Tyne, England. He was born on 20 April 1860 in All Saints, Newcastle upon Tyne.

Williamina WILSON (1860?- ). Williamina was born in 1860 (approx.) in Newcastle. In 1881 she was resident in Elswick. She married Samuel BOATRIGHT in 1885 in Newcastle upon Tyne. In 1891 she was resident in Gateshead, Durham, England.

Margaret Jane WILSON (1866?- ). Margaret was born in 1866 (approx.) in Newcastle. In 1881 she was resident in Elswick.

William Wallis ALLEN born Alnwick in 1852

ken_ebob — 8 Jun 2008 5:59:48 GMT

I am searching for the parents of William Wallis ALLEN who claims to have been born in Alnwick, Northumberland in 1852. He married Catherine Louise Edwards (b. 1857 Middlesex) sometime before their oldest, Alice Emily, was born in 1877. Alice Emily married Grant Hugh Browne abt. Dec 1899 and they lived in the London area. Grant Hugh Browne was born in New York in 1864 and they moved to the US sometime around 1901.

James Scott SUTHERLAND Born 1828 Berwick upon Tweed

chrissystewart12 — 5 Apr 2008 10:00:45 GMT

Born 1828 Berwick upon Tweed Scotland now part of Northern England.

Seeking details of this person or family.
James Scott Sutherland married in Melbourne Victoria Australia in 1853 to Mary Giles.

A relative has death certificate which states his birth details etc...but trying to trace shipping details from UK to Australia.

Chrissy

CHIPCHASE Family from Newcastle

codychipchase — 26 May 2008 11:10:49 GMT

My name is Cody Tynan Chipchase, and I'm curious to know anything of my family history. My mother's name is Amber Jane Chipchase, and is from Newcastle, her father was Ronald Chipchase, and that's all I know. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Location of Wansbeck Street, All Saints Parish, Newcastle Upon Tyne

zoetoft — 29 Feb 2008 2:25:25 GMT

Hello all,

My G-G-Grandfather, Cornelius Faller, lived at 22 Wansbeck Street, in the parish of All Saints, in Newcastle Upon Tyne, at the time of the 1891 census. I am trying to establish if this street still exists. Other nearby streets in the same census include Blyth Street, Pont Street, Breamish Street.

If I look for these streets on streetmap.co.uk I get confusing results (at least confusing for someone who doesn't know the area) - there seem to be several possible locations, in Jarrow, right in the centre by the river of Newcastle upon tyne, or even in Chopwell, to the SW of Newcastle. Can anyone who knows the area enlighten me as to the correct location, and whether the street still exists.

Many thanks,
Zoe

John KNOX (1824-1884) and wife Mary (1828-1883), Clifford's Fort, North Shields

muddysmith — 2 May 2008 6:39:59 GMT

John Knox was born in Scotland - where exactly?? He was in the Royal Artillery - Master Gunner - would love more details about what that involved. Also info about Clifford's Fort would be great. The family are in the census in 1861, and 1881, but disappear in 1871 - where could they be? Posted abroad? Any ideas?
And Mary - I know nothing about her except first name and dob - any info much appriciated.

DICKINSON, Joseph and Everatta, North Shields 1861 - 1901+

muddysmith — 2 May 2008 5:58:35 GMT

The same Joseph appears in the 1861 census with birthdate 1823, and in the 1871 census with birthdate 1833. I can't find him at all in 1841 or 1851. Wife Everatta (born 1827) is also listed as Evereton and Everetta. Joseph was born in Liverpool, and Everatta in Hull. I would love to know more info - when married, and their parents names/dates. In fact anything would be useful!

William MURRAY and wife Mary (1) and Isabella (2), North Shields 1841 - 1871

muddysmith — 2 May 2008 6:28:39 GMT

William was born in Scotland 1815 - where exactly?? By 1871 William was married to second wife Isabella - when did Mary die? Can't find them in 1861 census. The census entries are confused (listed as Murrard in 1871). Any info would be useful.

KENDALL, BROWN, HOTE in Northumberland

Scott Boots — 25 Nov 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I seek information on Charles Kendall, b. 7 June 1857 at North Shields, married Elizabeth Jane Brown (b. 1 Dec. 1859 at Willington Quay), both born in Northumberland. Charles was one of 15 children; I am seeking information on his ancestors and also trying to find living relatives. In about 1882 they moved to USA, and when Elizabeth died in 1925 she had a sister Mary Hote still living in UK.

Looking for Ellen THWAITES (nee JOHNSON/JOHNSONE) b.1847 in Byker, Northumberland

stephaniemartens795 — 29 Sep 2005 12:11:53 GMT

Im looking for Ellen Thwaites (nee Johnson or Johnsone). Born in 1847 in Byker, Northumberland. She later married William Thwaites who we think was a whitesmith and moved to Durham. They had 6 children- Charles, Fred, William, Henry, John and Ellen. We have no other information of her from before the 1881 census. So we would love to have any information of her or any of her family.

COWIE and CHARLTON - from Northumberland to Australia

FHodgeCaldow — 22 May 2008 4:00:53 GMT

Hi

Does anyone have any further information that may help me with my Great Grandfather's parents and grandparents? Here is what I have and what the family know of.

William Cowie born 18 Oct 1851, Northumberland, England, died 26 Sep 1922 Broken Hill NSW. The family know that William's father was James Cowie, and that William came to Australia around 1856/58, but we are not sure on dates, or mothers name.

However we have found out the following:
James Cowie married Ann Charlton on 26 Aug 1804 at Ponteland, Northumberland, England. (Found this information on the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints site).This may in fact be Williams grandparents.

Any further information would be extremely helpful with relation to parents, grandparents, siblings, births, deaths etc. I'm tearing my hair trying to find out this missing link to our family.

Thanks
Faye in Australia

TOPPING / BOWMAN marriage n Northumberland

Colleen Trott — 26 Aug 2005 1:08:52 GMT

Could anyone look up a marriage for me. I am rather new at this and found out my great great grandfather was born in Northumberland 02 Dec 1807. I would like to find his marriage registration to a Ann Bowman born about 1810-1814 I believe she was born in Farlington. My guess is they were married around 1832-1836. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Colleen

HOLMES, LYON - Berwick upon Tweed

lindamu60 — 20 Mar 2008 11:00:27 GMT

My g g grandmother married Joe Holmes in 1876 in Berwick upon Tweed. I think, if I am on the right track, that his father was Ralph Holmes (Fishmonger, game dealer, of Bridge Street). Her father was Thomas Lyon, a Draper and lived in Castlegate. by 1881 my g g grabdmother was recorded as being a widow but I have no details about the death of Joe Holmes. My g g grandmother remarried a Henry McCroben in 1882. He is recorded as a Commercial Traveller and I believe he was from Bradford. Any information/history/old pictures, about any of the above named, the businesses, in fact anything at all would be great. Thank you in anticipation.

Akeld Red Head

Arthur Pringle — 8 Apr 2004 11:19:03 GMT

Has anyone ever heard of "Akeld Red Head" likely near Akeld which is close to Wooler, Nothumberland County,

Missing link: CHARLETON of Northumberland

kathleen_rogers||| — 16 May 2002 6:25:43 GMT

I am trying to find a missing link to the Charleton's of
Northumberland. My grandmother "Surman" on my father's side was a decendant, through her mother, a "Pain"(The pai piano).I have a photo of Lord Charlton and notes by a sister of my grandmother about him. Evidently his daughter married "beneath her". Beyond my greatgrandmother I have nothing else. Oh, we have his (Lord Charlton's cuff links!). Thank you for info.

Margaret CUMMINGS - born c.1837 All Saints, Newcastle Upont Tyne

katherineofengland — 8 May 2008 2:14:01 GMT

Looking for any information about a Margaret Cummings, baptised around 1837 in All Saints, Newcastle, to a John Cummings and Elizabeth.

I have found one possible marriage for a John in All Saints, to Elizabeth Bell in 1837, but i have to find Margarets baptism in order to prove that Elizabeth Bell is the correct mother.

WYLIE of Plashetts and Mickley 1900s

philsmith24 — 1 May 2008 9:49:47 GMT

Looking for information about Arthur Wylie b 1889 Canonbie who married Mary Scott in Plashetts in 1913 and other members of the Wylie family who were also living there.
Any help would be gratefully received.
Thanks
Phil

Robert GRAY, born c.1886-1887, Northumberland, England

kjmacdonald1959 — 27 Apr 2008 3:40:49 GMT

Wondering if anyone out there can help. Have been trying to find info on my great grandfather, Robert Gray. Emigrated to Canada in early 1900's. Sister Isabella married William Barron. Cannot locate Birth certificate because there seems to to a discrepancy, I have 2 dates, one in Oct 1886 and the other August 1887, as well not sure where in Northern England, perhaps Northumberland, or a close by county. Hoping to locate family of Isabella and William to make a connection.

If there is anyone out there that shed some light pls reply.

Anne FENWICK born 1649 possible Newcastle

tigerlilysmama — 29 Apr 2008 6:46:34 GMT

Need parents of Anne Fenwick born:1649 possible Newcastle.
She married Thomas Hilcote 1 June 1669 St Ncholas,Newcatle.
She was buried: 9 Nov 1699 St Nicholas,Newcastle.
We have the Hilcote research but need more information on Anne. Thank you

Mary wife of Anthony HILCOTE born 1693 Bur 1737 St Nicholas, Newcastle

tigerlilysmama — 29 Apr 2008 6:51:40 GMT

Need maiden name of Mary born 1693 Bur 19 Feb 1737 St Nicholas, Newcastle. She probably was born Newcastle.
She married Anthony Hilcote 1709 Newcastle.
Thank you

Newbiggin by the Sea fishing families

1brizlee — 3 Feb 2008 8:04:20 GMT

Hi There,
I am very interested in the Newbiggin fishing families.
DENT RENNER ARMSTRONG BROWN TWIZELL TAYLOR ROBINSON OLIVER
LISLE BRISTO/BRISTA/BRISTOW REDFORD ETC. I have spent some time in the Woodhorn Record Office doing research. All the families mentioned seem to have over the years married into the various surnames. I have an enormous task trying to sort it all out and wondered if anyone would like to get in touch with me having the above names in their trees.
Many Thanks,
Robina.

TAYLOR - Newbiggin by the Sea fishing families

mar6701 — 23 Mar 2008 12:46:39 GMT

Hi,

My father was born in Moorcroft Bungalow, Newbiggin-by-the-sea in 1927. Not a fisherman but a miner.
Nearly all my relations were miners on both sides of my family.
I have my dad's parents & grandparents marriage certificates, James William Taylor & Elizabeth Heron, married in 1915 & the family were living in Bedlington & later moved to Newbiggin.
James Taylor & Mary Ann Hills married 1885 & James father was also called James Taylor and he was born in Berwickshire in Scotland about 1816.
I'm still searching for any information!

WHALE of North Shields

annaldridge — 25 Nov 2001 5:17:32 GMT

Does anyone have Whales in their family tree. John Whale was a painter & glazier in the 1840s, North Shields. He married Ann, but I have not yet traced thier marriage or their births. CAn you help?

Look up Tynemouth baptism - GOVE

wmnslogic — 19 Apr 2008 3:15:28 GMT

Would someone please be kind enough to look up a baptism record for me please?
October 1800 - Christ Church, Tynemouth.
Ann Gove - parents Alexander Gove and Ann Hewison.
Does the actual record have any information on the fathers occupation or address details? Also is the mothers name actually Hewison or has this been transcribed incorrectly?
Any help is appreciated.
(This may be a link in my family but am having trouble trying to piece together information.)
Thanks.

BEST/BRYSON familys Alnwick

hazel2676 — 19 Apr 2008 2:05:09 GMT

I am trying to trace my ancestors from Alnwick. I have so far:

John Bryson b. circa 1744, spouse may be called Jane.
Known Children Isabella Bryson b.1776 Spouse George Best b.1776.
Their Children were Margaret 1805, George 1810 , Isabella 1808, Jemima 1812.

Jemima Married William Barber b.1810 Children
Jemima Barber b.?
Ann Barber b.1836
Elizabeth Barber b.1838
George Best Barber b.1840
Isabella Barber b.1842
Elloner Barber b.1844
Jane Barber b.1846
Hannah Barber b.1848–1875

Birth Certificate for Maria Elizabeth MORGAN born 1859, Newcastle, Northumberland

silvermeadowfarm — 18 Apr 2008 1:40:28 GMT

I recently ordered a Birth Certificate for a Maria Elizabeth Morgan, born 1859, Newcastle, Northumberland. Unfortunately, it is not the Maria Morgan I am researching. If you are interested in a copy of this Cert, please let me know. Be happy to forward. Mother was Frances Morgan (nee Turnbull) and Father William (Coal Miner.

RITSON b. Slaggyford, Northumberland ca. Oct. 1791

Jenni Riberkof — 18 Jun 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I am searching for Rachel RITSON born in Slaggyford, Northumberland ca. Oct. 1791 to Isaac Ritson (?). She married George PICKERING in June 1814. I have checked the parish registers for Hexham, Kirkhaugh and Morpeth at the LDS Family History Center in Baltimore, MD but haven't found any reference to Rachel RITSON or Slaggyford. Can anyone help me locate where the parish registers might be for Slaggyford? Any help trying to locate Rachel RITSON's birth info. would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Looking for KEY surnamed males in Northumberland, England

JulieKey44 — 19 Apr 2007 1:26:40 GMT

I am helping my husband look for his original immigrant ancestor and he has had YDna testing which some research groups link to men of Danish Viking descent who settled in lowland Scotland. I have found many Keys listed in Northumberland in the 1500 & 1600's and am looking to see if perhaps Northumberland may have been the area of origin for my husband's family in the late 1600 to early 1700's since it is near and has been considered to be lowland Scotland in the past. Thank you.

REED from Cramlington, Northumberland

artwork123 — 7 Apr 2008 4:42:07 GMT

I'm looking for any Reeds from the Cramlington/Earsdon Tyneside area of Northumberland. I particular Esther Reed b1849 and Margaret Reed b1853

robert WOOD, newcastle upon tyne

annwatkins26 — 6 Apr 2008 10:51:27 GMT

robert wood was my grandfather he married mary pears burroughs on the 27 dec 1902 newcastle upon tyne I know he was a tram conductor in newcatle and they lived at 16 clydesdale road byker

SPEARMAN of Tynemouth

yvonneranson — 3 Feb 2007 3:30:08 GMT

I am trying to find out more about the Spearmans on my maternal side of the family. Has anyone got any info on them.

TODD in Northumberland

Glen Griffitts — 28 Jul 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I am searching for my roots in NORTHUMBERLAND.

I need assistance with information on GEORGE TODD b. 1839 and christened on 3rd of February 1839 at Loweswater. His father, JOHN TODD, is of interest and information on his ancesters is lacking. Information registered in Bellingham Parish records in the March Quarter of 1847 that states JOHN TODD was a miner of "SNOGGY GATE".

JOHN TODD was married to Betsy Holliday. JOHN TODD emigrated to America about 1853 where he worked as a coal miner. His son, George Todd, joined him in 1855 in Pennsylvania.

I would appreciate any information on John Todd.

Additionally, what in the world is "SNOGGY GATE"?

Any information will be greatly appreciated.

Glen Griffitts
Portland, Oregon, USA

Request for Look up at Tyne & Wear Archives

genehunter2007 — 26 Mar 2008 3:18:46 GMT

Would someone be willing to request a copy of a marriage record at the TWAS?

I'm in Canada so cannot go myself.

Thanking you in advance.

G

SINCLAIR, Northumberland 1700-1900

SRowley8897 — 3 Jul 2001 12:39:41 GMT

We can go back to Donkin Sinckler (wrong spelling, but that is how it was recored) Donkin had Mary 1701, John 1703, & Donkin (Could be Duncan) 1709, the surname changes a little as time goes on to Sinclare, then on to Sinclair. The surnames above, are of husbands, or wives, if any ring a bell, or you can see any links, please let us know. Its a big tree, but also has a few jabs, that need your help. Thank you Regards Kevin

BOTTOMS + LOGAN / MARKWELL in Morpeth

jennjennjenn07 — 24 Mar 2008 5:14:10 GMT

I am searching for my grandmother's family. Her family was small and tragedy stricken and I have VERY little to go on. In fact, I am grasping at straws with some of this....

Her name, Catherine Logan b. July 7, 1923 in England (probably Morpeth)
d. May 19, 2007 in IL, USA

She had three brothers who I have found in the records on Ancestry.com and they all share the mother's maiden name as BOTTOMS...the name my mother recalls hearing as a child in reference to her grandmother. The brothers were...

William Logan (Willie) b. Jul-Aug-Sep 1919 in Morpeth
I don't know when he died but he died young with no known children

James Oliver Logan (Jimmy) b. Jan-Feb-Mar 1921 in Morpeth
m. Elsie (Grant) ???? they had no children
d. August 1997 in Bedlington, NBL England

Robert Logan (Bobby) b. Jan-Feb-Mar 1922 in Morpeth
I remember a story about him dying around age 19 from TB
Also, he had no known children

Now, here is where this gets interesting....my grandmother was indeed their younger sister but there in no listing of her birth on Ancestry.com --very fustrating for me because I know she lived and her DOB and so on.

My grandmother always went on and on about her mother's name being Jane. This has stumped me until recently. I found a Hannah Jane Bottoms who married in 1910 in Morpeth (I can only guess as to whom she married becasue that info isn't on anything I have seen). The dates and names seem to match that this is my great grandmother. However, how do I verify this? How do I get my great grandfather's name? How do I verify the story of another sibling being born to them around 1926/27 and "Jane" dying in childbirth???

I appreciate any and all help....THANK YOU!

Jenn

DAVISON / DAVIDSON of Simonburn & Low Moralee

julianlovegrove — 24 Mar 2008 2:15:04 GMT

Does anyone have Andrew DAVISON or DAVIDSON bn 1788/9 at Simonburn, and parents Andrew DAVISON or DAVIDSON and Christian LITTLE living at Low Moralee Northumberland.
Young Andrew joined the 73rd Regt of Foot in 1808 and I have full descendent details from him.

Julian Lovegrove
Broadstairs, Kent

Surtees NEWTON and ancestors

JIM NEWTON — 12 Mar 2004 10:46:19 GMT

I`M LOOKING FOR THE NEWTON FAMILY WHO CAME FROM OVINGHAM.WILLIAM NEWTON BORN ABT 1663 MICKLEY IS AS FAR AS I HAVE MANAGED TO GET TOO.
HOWEVER, IF THERE ARE ANY NEWTONS RELATED TO HIM AND THE OTHER END SURTEES NEWTON BORN ABT 1758 PARENTS JANE AND THOMAS,PLEASE GET IN TOUCH.
THANKS!

Andrew DAVIDSON born: Sembourne Northumberland

julianlovegrove — 20 Mar 2008 9:41:13 GMT

Hi All,
I have just learned my ancestor Andrew was born abt 1789 in Sembourne (according to his Army records) but might be: Simonburn ?
He was a miller and enlisted with the 73rd Regt of Foot on 25th June 1808. He went to Australia & Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) and never returned.
Does anyone have details of his birth or parents please?
Thank you
Julian

Anne DAVISON born 1829 at Shotley

valeriedavison70 — 15 Mar 2008 10:52:25 GMT

Does anyone have info on Anne Davison born 1829 at Shotley father Francis mother Eleanor Ward
Hopefully
V

Newbiggin by the Sea fishing families - TWIZLE

therra — 6 Mar 2008 3:31:52 GMT

I wonder if Jane is related to my Isabel Twizell, whom I understand to be my 3rd Great Grandmother.

Therra

MALIA South Shields/Wallsend Amended info

christiness — 2 Mar 2008 12:28:47 GMT

Sorry everyone I obviously wasn't concentrating Michael Malia married Mary Moran in 1890 not 1930 as previously stated.

My Grandfather Michael Malia is believed to have been born in Westport Co Mayo in 1859/60. Nothing much is know about his early life. However in 1890 he marries Mary Moran at St Bedes Chapel Westoe Lane, South Shields. According to his marriage certificate his fathers name is John, he gives his age as 30 and claims to be a Widower. In 1932 the electoral register has him living with other members of his family at 7 Hodgson St, Wallsend. Does anyone recognize the following family members.
Malia, James
Melia, Magnus
Melia, Owen
Malia, Mary Ann
Malia, Michael (My Great Grandfather)
Malia, Ellen
Malia, Margaret
I would greatly appreciate any information on this family as they may hold the key to finding my family in Ireland.
Regards Christine

DAVISON, Shotley Bridge

julieharrisspencer — 15 Oct 2005 1:33:49 GMT

hi can any one help me i have a william davison brn abt 1848 in shotley.he married a isabella white from westmoreland.in 1880's.from his marriage cert i have his fathers name as william davison a mason by trade.i know they lived in shotley co durham at least quite a while.can nayone help me find his parents.

George BARON b.1769 Northumberland

louisehbrown — 9 Mar 2008 10:00:49 GMT

I started some research about 5 years ago into this member of my family - unfortunatly life has got in the way and I have got nowhere fast....!

I need some help.

What I have is a picture of a male in a frame, I have removed the picture and it clearly states
GEORGE BARON born Sept 1 1769. I believe this is a picture taken from a booklet foundered by a George Baron - The Mathmatical Correspondant - and framed by a family member during the early 1800's. This GB was born in the Uk and was emigrated to the US around 1799 - family folk law concurs with our GB leaving due to some connection with the Ridleys fate (the dates are wrong to fit this).

On the back of the frame was written 'our ancestor George Baron'. Also taped to the back of the frame was some information pertaining to George Baron living at Willimontswick Castle (Bardon Mill, Nbl).

I have no doubt that there was a George Baron in my tree, but what I need to establish is if the 2 GB's are one in the same.

Is anyone able to help with records about his birth and especially living at Willimontswyke Castle. Or any other information greatly recieved.

I currently live in Wiltshire, England. Lou

thanks for reading the garbled mass above!!

DYKES Family born in Hexham and Newcastle upon Tyne

julief114 — 14 Feb 2008 1:55:29 GMT

Hi.

Can anyone give me more information on my great uncles?

1.John Dykes Born: Sep 1900 Hexham. 2.Thomas Dykes Born: Sep 1902 Hexham. 3.Richard George Dykes Born: Mar 1905
Hexham. 4.William L Dykes Born: Dec 1917 Newcastle upon Tyne.

Parents Richard George Dykes & Jane White.

Thanks

Burials Northumbria - Clattering Cause?

Specialkg — 5 Mar 2008 3:45:42 GMT

I have found a burial of a John Frater under burials, Northumbria. The date is 2nd January 1832 and the place looks like Clattering Cause (Gause or Gausey).

Can anyone give any suggestions what it might be.

Thanks

Betty

parents of William PARROTT, born 1754 in Northumberland

John Parrott — 17 Mar 2002 12:30:59 GMT

Looking for parents and siblings of William Parrott, born 1754 in Northumberland County, Va and married Irby.

LYALL's from Lowick, Barmour, Doddington, Ewart, Wooler region (Northumberland)

Jonah Lyall — 23 Aug 2004 10:43:45 GMT

Hi

Try to find out any information regarding LYALLs from these areas. Especially decendants/ancestors of Robert Lyall b approx 1806 in Lowick (or Barmoor). Would like to share information. Also looking to find churches in these area - specifically Methodist churches.

Many thanks

ANDERSON, RENNER, et al., Newbiggin by the sea fishing families

therra — 4 Mar 2008 2:27:08 GMT

I am researching Anderson, Renner, etc., in the Newbiggin area.

If you visit my web site www.andersonsofgreatbritain.com you will see some of the information that I have.

I am always looking for more details on my ancestors so will be glad to hear from anyone with the same ancestors.

Best Wishes,

Therra

Thomas JONES b. c1787 Plessey; children b. in Blyth , Northumberland

JNoonan4646 — 22 Jan 2008 11:58:01 GMT

I checked baptism in Horton, Earsdon, and Stannington. I could not find these children's baptisms. I did find a couple named Robert Jones and Jane Douglas with children's baptisms in Earsdon and Horton. Robert is a native of Castle BL????, Ireland though and Jane from Choppington.

Janis

Descendants of Ralph GREEN, Hexham ,Northumberland

Brian Green — 29 May 2003 10:42:51 GMT

Ralph Green 1660-1731 married Margaret Smith other linked name are Brown, Harrison,Richardson & Snowdon. Family originated from Hexham, Bywell, Whittonstall, Ovingham, Lonhorsely areas of N.E. England. Any more info welcome, limited tree available. Australian Descendants keen to find out more.

David BARRON b 1786, parents married in Corbridge, Northumberland

elsharming — 5 Oct 2003 8:52:23 GMT

Seeking any information/relatives:

John Barron m Deborah Stokoe in Corbridge, Northumberland.
Children David b 1786 and William b 1788.

Also looking for: Annie Barron b abt 1847 Newcastle, England m 1872 to William Elstob in Sunderland and d (Sunderland) in 1921. Father - David Barron. Brothers Michael & William.

birth of Barbara BRIGHT in Hexham, Northumberland

annmurrayan1 — 19 Jan 2008 8:34:31 GMT

I am searching for the birth oof Barbara Bright in Hexham, I have just received Barbara Bright Marriage Certificate,Barbara was married to Thomas Cullen in Liverpool 1876, her father was William Bright a labourer, Alfred Bright was a witness,I believe he was her brother, he emigrated to America, I believe had a sister who married into the Brotherton family,
Is there a BMD website to search the Northumberland area, could anyone give me some Ideas which way I should search.

BROWN of Northumberland

jaky9 — 15 Feb 2008 12:33:14 GMT

have gone beyond 1841 census and 1837 records,up to john brown b1796 shotley/whittonstall? married dorothy? born same date/place,whats the next source of info,will need,j's birth? or marriage for next step in the line

Howard Street Baptisms, North Shields

lynxafrica — 25 Nov 2005 1:46:52 GMT

Does anybody have a copy of the baptisms for Howard Street, North Shields. Not sure if it was presbyterian or baptist.

Looking for any BOLTON baptisms around 1800, particularly Andrew BOLTON born circa 1800 and Mary Ann BOLTON born circa 1801, both of North Shields and hitherto undiscovered parentage.

Thanks
Rob

Elizabeth (Lizzie) Jane DYKES born in Hexham

julief114 — 21 Feb 2008 12:47:03 GMT

Hi,

Can anyone provide me with more information on Elizabeth (Lizzie) Jane Dykes b.1898, Hexham.

Parents Robt. Geo. Dykes & Jane White.

I believe she married, in Newcastle upon Tyne, someone called Burdon, but I cannot find a record or the marriage anywhere.

Thanks

John Ledingham SMITH, Newcastle

MiriamSmith53 — 17 Jul 2001 5:25:42 GMT

On 31 January 1900 John Ledingham SMITH, son of Alexander SMITH married Ann Chicken TEMPLE, daughter of William TEMPLE at the Byker Parish Church in Newcastle on Tyne.

On 2 May 1902, their son Robert Temple SMITH was born at 7 Alma St, Newcastle. He later went to South Australia where he married, had 2 children, and disappeared c1931. All efforts at that time to find him were fruitless.

Am trying to find if John and Ann had any other children, or if anyone has come across them in their research. Would also love to know if Robert Temple SMITH has turned up anywhere too!

Any scraps of information would be GREATLY appreciated.

birth place of Elizabeth THOMPSON living 1876 in Northumberland

annmurrayan1 — 18 Feb 2008 10:34:54 GMT

I have a marriage between
Elizabeth Thompson(24)and Edward Lyon(27)
on 15th April 1876 the residence was Berwick Upon Tweed.
I know Edward Lyon was born in Liverpool
I was hoping for, an address on the marriage so I could find Elizabeth Thompson birth place. Her father was William Thompson a watch maker.
Their daughter Ann Lyon was born in July 1876 in Liverpool, yet I cannot find them on the 1881 census.
Any advice would be welcomed. Ann.

WAKE - Earsdon, Northumberland

Vivian_Simmonds — 21 Feb 2008 10:07:52 GMT

My brick wall has arrived quite early!

I have Thomas Wake (c1824 Earsden) married to Isabella Golightly (c1827 South Shield) - marriage registered Tynemouth 1847. I also have their children but am having difficult in tracking down Thomas's parents. Can anyone please help. I am actually helping with this for a friend's father who has been tracing his family for the past 15 years but didn't get around to the Wake side and is now unable to do any research due to age and health.

Best wishes.

Vivian

John Storey DOUGLASS and Mary Ann SELBY, both b. Northumberland

silvermeadowfarm — 21 Feb 2008 2:18:28 GMT

Looking to share/compare research notes on John Storey Douglass, born abort 1851, Warkworth, Northumberland and Mary Ann Selby, born abot 1858, Blyth, Northumberland. John and Mary married 23 December 1880, Earsdon, Northumberland. Marriage Cert shows James Selby as Father to Mary, however, can not find a James Selby on Census. Possibly her Father was William Selby?. Thank you!

Wright MAUGHAN , and Annie BARRON , both b. Northumberland

silvermeadowfarm — 21 Feb 2008 1:47:25 GMT

Looking to share/compare research information on Wright Maughan, born 1867, Whitley Bay, Northumberland and Annie Barron, born 1871, Plashetts, Northumberland. They married on 8th December 1892, Morpeth, Northumberland. Annie Barron was my great Aunt. Thank you.

RUTHERFORD born in Newcastle upon Tyne

julief114 — 22 Feb 2008 4:32:10 GMT

Hi, I am trying to ascertain whether or not my grandfather's three brothers married at all. They all had the same parents, Daniel RUTHERFORD and Annie Forrest.
The first brother is John Lyle RUTHERFORD, b.1904 in Newcastle upon Tyne. The second brother is James Forrest RUTHERFORD, b.1905 in Newcastle upon Tyne. The third brother is William RUTHERFORD, b.abt 1910 in Newcastle upon Tyne.

Thank you

ATCHINSON, ATCHISON, ATCHESON - North Shields/Tynemouth

Vivian_Simmonds — 16 Feb 2008 10:58:20 GMT

I have the marriage certificate for George Atcheson and Mary Gordon married in Tynemouth in 1840. George (born c1806 in North Shields) is shown as 'Widower' and I would be grateful for any help in tracing his first wife. I would also like to trace his father (also named George, surname shown as Atchinson on the marriage certificate), profession shoemaker. George and Mary are living next door to Mary's parents in the 1841 census but I have not yet found George Senior in any of the 1841 census. Many thanks. Vivian

BRUCE of Newcastle

suecharl — 16 Feb 2008 11:23:34 GMT

Im researching my BRUCE family in the following areas of UK
Durham
Stockton
Heworth
Jarrow

Northumberland
Newcastle

If you have any bruces in the following areas of can help with Heworth around 1700 lookup would be appreaciated.

James McFADEN b. 1822 police officer in Northumberland

blprice187 — 14 Feb 2008 1:06:47 GMT

I am trying to find some information on a James McFaden born about 1822 in Scotland, who married Elizabeth Atkinson about 1862. They had one son, Peter born 1863. James was a Police officer in Northumberland. I haven;t been able to find out much about him, other than his father's name was Donald, and was listed as being a woodman, on the marriage certificate.
Many thanks Bev Price

DYKES Family born in Newcastle upon Tyne

julief114 — 14 Feb 2008 1:41:17 GMT

Hi,
I am looking for three distant relatives all born in Newcastle upon Tyne:
1.Mary J Dykes Birth Registered Dec 1914.
2.Robert White Dykes Birth Registered 1918.
3.Joan Dykes Birth Registered Sep 1920.

Parents were Robt White Dykes & Isabella Purvis Elsender

Thanks

Edward CHARLTON and Jane HUTTON lived in Northumberland

craigchar — 11 Feb 2008 6:37:43 GMT

Hi
Im looking for any infor on my great Grand Parents
Edward Charlton = Jane Hutton They had at least 1 child Matthew Sidney Charlton born 1910. The lived in south northumberland. Pleas ask anything else you need to.
Cheers

location of Biggesman / Biggollian in Northumberland

kellista — 11 Feb 2008 10:19:33 GMT

After searcing for a Robert Hunter 1835, he was living in Darlington, although his birth place states Biggesman on one census and Biggollian on another. I am totally stumped, I have searched high and low so find these places, does any one have any idea. It states that it is in Northumberland, although on one it does state Durham but i believe this was a mistake, and it is Northumberland.

I have never heard of any of these, nor can I find anything similar, does anyone have an idea where these places could be. I can not find Robert any further back than on the 1871 Census, so cant even cross reference against those. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Kelly

TURNBULL family in Northumberland, Ovingham

grturnbull — 10 Feb 2008 6:44:17 GMT

I am currently tracing our tree in the period of 1650 to 1780 when our family was based in and around Ovingham, Northuberland. If you have any Turnbulls in this area and time, please get in touch as I may be able to provide a missing link for you.

BERESFORD Birth / Baptism lookup request in Walbottle, Northumberland

hettonhoughton — 28 Jan 2008 7:55:01 GMT

Hi I have Matthew Beresford (and all of his surname variations!) but I can't locate his birth anywhere! He suggested 1858 through out his census and then childrens documents. However he states Walbottle Durham, Wallbottle Northumberland. Any help really appreciated..

URWIN Family Northumberland

rhirwin — 26 Mar 2005 8:49:28 GMT

Cynthia, would you have any URWIN info from England? I just found what I think is my family with this name in Harton, County Durham, England. On my g-g-grandfather's marriage certificate (Thomas Andrew Irwin) the name was shown as IRWIN, but the info on the 1881 Harton census shows Andrew URWIN. The marriage certificate showed Andrew as a Horsekeeper and the census showed Andrew as "Head Horsekeeper Colliery".

Occupation of SMITH b. Newcastle 1871/2

DeborahHartley90 — 28 Jan 2008 1:19:56 GMT

Hi My GG Grandfather Thomas Smith was born in Newcastle 1871/2 on his marriage certificate his occupation is stated as Private N.F
could this be the Northumbrian Fusiliers ???? any ideas would be appreciated
Thanks Deborah

descendants of Robert BROWN m. Barbara CARR 1891 All Saints Newcastle

joellewadsworth — 29 Jan 2008 7:45:35 GMT

Trying to trace descendants of above couple. My mother was Isabellas youngest daughter. Anyone descendant of Annie, Archibald, Robert, Charles,David, William Brown. Would love to speak to you. Barbara Brown nee Carr died young so Annie had to return from Londonderry to look after family. Annie married a soldier from Londonderry. That is all the info I have on this family. My mother died young too...so dont know anything. Anyone related to above people ......thank you

Isabella EVANS / DUNN life in Northumberland 1841 - 1851

TINEX — 27 Jan 2008 10:25:42 GMT

My GGGrandmother Isabella Evans/Dunn lived in Colwell Chollerton in 1841 and then in 1851 was found in Hexham. In between those years she had a son in Wylam Engine, Could anyone help me, tell me how to track her life between 1841 and 1851. Where she lived and worked, whom did she live with etc
I'm not quite sure where to start and would be grateful for any advice. Many thanks
Dorothy

parishes of Plessey, Northumberland and Blyth, Northumberland

Vivian_Simmonds — 21 Jan 2008 7:45:53 GMT

I have a possible marriage of two people born in Plessey, Northumberland c1787. Can anyone please tell me which parish Plessey was in, which Parish Records I should be looking at in order to perhaps find their births and marriage, and who holds these records. The three children of this marriage were, I believe, born in Blyth, Northumberland. Again, can anyone help with which parish Blyth came under at this time.

Many thanks.

Vivian

Photographers - Newcastle upon Tyne

Sue Cromwell — 4 Jul 2006 1:35:29 GMT

I have some old photographs from the A. G. Taylor Photographer in Newcastle upon Tyne taken about 1870 to 1880 or so. Does anyone know of a repository for photographer's records?

Ellen JONES b. 1872 Howden, m. James STEVENSON b, 1845 Warkworth

CHRISTINEHOPPS2346 — 24 Jan 2008 5:28:18 GMT

CAN ANY BODY HELP ME I AM LOKING FO ELLEN E JONES BORN HOWDEN NORTHUMBERLAND SHE WAS BORN 1872
SHE MARRIED JAMES STEVENSON WHOM WAS BORN WARKWORTH 1845
HE WAS A BAKER ELLEN WAS JAMES SECOND WIFE
ELLEN AND JAMES HAD 2 DAUGHTERS ISABELLA BORN 1897 AND ELIZABETH BORN 1901
PLEASE IF ANY BODY CAN THROW ANY LIGHT ON THIS FAMILY
PLEASE CONTACT ME ON THE FOLLOWING EMAIL
phillipspndy@aol.com

Thomas JONES b. c1787 Plessey; children b. in Blyth , Northumberland

Vivian_Simmonds — 22 Jan 2008 8:40:43 GMT

Hi Michael

Thank you so much for the very detailed information - hopefully I will find the births/marriages I am looking for. I should have given the names of the people as you suggest and will give details now in case someone out there is able to help with my search:

Thomas Jones born c1787 in Plessey married Jane (surname unknown) born c1787 in Plessey.

The children of this marriage are:

Thomas Jones born c1825 in Blyth, George Jones born c1827 in Blyth and Margaret born c1828 in Blyth. Thomas had eight children with a Margaret Carr but I am yet to find their marriage. Margaret married a Richard Dockwray in 1844 and they had a son, George Carr Dockwray born 1844 in South Shields. Not sure what happened to Richard as George Carr Dockwray is with Thomas Jones and Margaret from the 1851 census onwards.

You may remember helping me with my BOAK family tree a couple of years ago - nice to hear from you again.

Best wishes

Vivian

Frank MILLER b. 1860 Northumberland

yohyohy — 20 Jan 2008 6:11:31 GMT

evening all. is there someone who can access the historical records for northumberland.
ive seen only one result for my grt gf. frank miller (formally mincyinskas)yes formally. dob 1860 morpth.
can you please let me know what it says other than what i can see.i think it was record for 1891.thnx jacki

Anyone will go to the Tyne and Wear Archives? RAMAGE, GRICE marriage

stevendeg — 28 Sep 2007 7:26:09 GMT

I am unable to go there because I am in Australia. I could not afford a researcher to get a marriage record.

My ggg grandparents, Robert Ramage (seaman) and Ann Grice were married on 18 January 1824 at St John Newcastle, Northumberland.

Could you please print a marriage record for me? It is Marriages from the Registers of St John (1824-1828) where I found it through Google. It would not be difficult to find it.

Thanks, Steven from Melbourne.

ALLISON family, Allendale

ian6805 — 22 Jan 2008 3:27:06 GMT

I have several wdding photographs of the Allison hfamily, taken in ALlendale in 1902. ALso a photo of the Allendale Football Team in the same year.

If anyone is interested, please feel free to email me at dueshill@tiscali.co.uk

Ian