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Craggs

arropele — 2013-07-23 01:48:46Z

searching information on Frank Craggs was married to Nora Beele. He was my great grandfather. I was told he was from England but that's as far as Ive gotten. thanks!

Re: Joseph (Guy) Craggs

Elissa59 — 2013-05-11 12:11:40Z

Hello Kathryn
I am so pleased to hear from you confirming my belief about Davison. My mother told me tales when I was small about her Uncle Davy and his wife Sarah (who was a hunchback because she fell down some stairs in a drunken state?).
I have a copy of Davison's birth certificate, born 24/25* February 1881 to Mary Guy, no father given, in the Union Workhouse, Bishop Auckland. I haven't been able to find any record of a Matthew Davison Guy?
*the registrar wrote twenty fourth and then 25?
Mary Guy had a sad life, her first marriage, to John Craggs was bigamy, with my grandfather Joseph Guy Craggs being born to her and John. Her "husband" had three "wives" on the go and appeared before the Durham Assizes on bigamy charges. However, he got off! Mary then had Davison, who ended up with George and Jane Guy in the 1891 Census. 1911 he is now Matthew Davison Guy.
Who was the father James Douglass Knox Guy?
I hope I haven't confused you with the above. I'm confused just reading it.
Bye.
Elissa

Re: Joseph (Guy) Craggs

kathryn_twort — 2013-05-11 10:04:54Z

Hi Elissa,
Matthew Davison Guy (known as Mattie) married Sarah Douglass in December 1905 and was the landlord of the Seven Stars in Market Lane, Swalwell for many years. My grandfather, James Douglass Knox Guy (born to Sarah's sister, Jane Douglass) went to live with Mattie & Sarah when he was 5 yrs old and was later 'adopted' by them. Mattie & Sarah had no other children. Mattie died in 1970 and is buried in the Garden House Cemetary, Market Lane, Whickham. I believe he was born 4 Feb 1880. We know very little about his family. Cheers, Kathryn.

Re: CRAGGS FAMILY

jhall_craggs — 2013-05-03 17:25:38Z

I have George Craggs born Stockton 1816,possibly connected with shipbuilding and owning. I am researching Robert Craggs shipbuilding on the tees 1825 - 1910.
yours, John Hall - Craggs.

Re: CRAGGS FAMILY FROM STOCKTON

jhall_craggs — 2013-05-03 17:16:04Z

Dear Edwina,
I am tracing the shipbuilding Craggs. Robert Craggs co built shios on the Tees from 1825 - 1910 the another branch continued shipbuilding till the1970's
Robert Craggs had an older brother Thomas who had a son George. Thomas and robert had a father George. 'One' George Craggs built 3 ships on he Tees
and again 'one' of the Craggs owned ships, however I do not know if they ran the ships or if the built under their name and sold on to an operator.
I hope you are still interested.
Yours, John Hall - Craggs

Re: Charles Howard Craggs and Alice Howard Craggs

LindaDudman — 2011-08-26 12:10:16Z

I posted this before we started talking to each other and had forgotten all about it! Pleased that they are siblings and that we're now sharing information in the search for the Stevens ancestry.

Re: Charles Howard Craggs and Alice Howard Craggs

theflyingduchess — 2011-08-26 11:45:04Z

Hi Linda
Hallo again
just came across this on a message board
Have a look in my family tree - you will see Charls Howard's Christening record. address on that is
Cologne Rd, same as on Alice Howards marriage cert.
all the best
tina

Charles Howard Craggs and Alice Howard Craggs

LindaDudman — 2011-07-22 12:04:42Z

Trying to establish whether Charles b1863, Pimlico, London is the brother of Alice b1860, Belgravia, London, daughter of James Craggs, tailor according to her marriage cert. She married George Davison Stevens in 1880. Anyone out there come across these people?

Joseph (Guy) Craggs

Elissa59 — 2011-06-06 14:35:58Z

I am looking for my grandfather, born 1874 in Hetton-le-Hole. He was a miner and ran his own bicycle business in Gilesgate, Durham.

I believe he had a sister Mally and a brother David who ran the Seven Stars Inn in Swalwell (now demolished).

Any information will be so useful.

Thank you.
Elissa

Re: George Craggs - Liverpool - 1880s - 1900s Info. - Pic attached

kaycraggs1 — 2010-11-29 07:14:51Z

My husbands parents were born in Liverpool. Rodger Craggs was born in 1912 in West Derby. I am not sure if Rodger is related to George. Hope you can help.

Re: Craggs from Darlington Durham England

dimbulb — 2010-09-01 16:29:23Z

Thank you for your message Betty.
After years of research, it appears that there were at least two Thomas James Craggs--both from Darlington! I should update or remove my original message. I have a bit more information now, but not much. There is a local website run by the Lawn Family which has some info about Craggs. However, it hasn't been updated for awhile. You might wish to check it out:

http://familytreemaker.genealogy.com/users/l/a/w/Chris-Lawn/...

Your message about Thomas James wasn't complete. If you'd like to contact me directly ruad@total.net, we can exchange more info & determine whether we're referring to the same Thomas James.

Re: Craggs from Darlington Durham England

Betty_Moren — 2010-09-01 08:24:30Z

I am trying to help my cousin who is searching this family as well we have hardly anything but your names match up pretty good Thomas James CRAGGS is her great grandfather...

George Craggs - Liverpool - 1880s - 1900s Info. - Pic attached

collectiblehistory — 2009-02-01 20:47:38Z

Posted for genealogy purposes

Name: George Craggs

Occupation: Photographer

Location: 23 Breckfield Rd. N. - Everton, Liverpool

Date: Late 1800s / Early 1900s

Source: Photo in my collection - Note: Photo of people only identified by first names.

Re: Craggs in Illinois

cgmose — 2008-11-27 19:32:32Z

I have Chester Aurthur Craggs b Sept 20, 1883 m.Stella Moseley. At least two children - Helen and William Craggs. Chester was a Fireman on the Illinois Central RR and lived in Brookport, Massac Co, Illinois at the time of his WW I draft registration. Please reply if interested in more info.

Re: craggs Darlington

venks12 — 2008-08-10 12:26:40Z

Hi, I have an ELIZABETH CRAGGS, b1876, Darlington, Durham, ENG. Her father was HAROLD, b. 1837, rail engine driver.
Any connection?
Cheers, Veronica

Re: Craggs

venks12 — 2008-08-06 02:30:54Z

Hi, Sharon,
I have updated my info so......Happy Early Xmas. Enjoy! Will add more as I have the time.
Cheers, Veronica.

Re: Craggs

2006-05-07 14:24:38Z

Would like to hear any info on CRAGGS' (engine drivers/stokers) from Darlington, Yorkshire. My Grandfather was Joseph (b. 1882, Darlington), his father was Alfred William (b. 1864, Norton, married Hannah Lycett then Annie ?) and his father was Harold (b. 1837, Malton, married Lavinia Rodgers in 1859 inParish of Norton).
My grandfather went to Sri Lanka and his last two surviving children, George & Marion (my Mum) now live in Adelaide, Australia.
Thought there couldn't be too many Craggs' involved with Yorkshire railways. How wrong I was!!

Re: Craggs from Hilton, Cumberland, England

2006-01-11 12:08:39Z

Hi
what do you know about Curgenven name and the
Craggs from Hylton Sunderland connection as I am related to the craggs side.
mike

Curgenven - correction

2006-01-10 15:17:57Z

Peter,
Finger slipped - website is:
http://www.members.shaw.ca/geneal05/Links.htm
Murray

Re: Craggs from Hilton, Cumberland, England

2006-01-10 15:15:18Z

Hello Peter,
I also have extensive Curgenven in my tree. With the name of Brendon I have connections through a Rachel Curgenven and James Curgenven. Would like to share your information. See my website at
http:://www.members.shaw.ca/geneal05/Linkw.htm
My email for direct contact can be found on this website.
regards
Murray

Re: Craggs

2005-12-01 17:58:23Z

also looking for a thomas craggs born 7 jan 1821 sunderland to charles craggs ( trade Butcher) & mary gage

Re: craggs

2005-12-01 17:47:07Z

there was a margaret craggs born sunderland 26 dec 1756 to middleton craggs & sarah hudson 1 of 5 children
middleton was married twice born in gateshead

Re: Craggs from Hilton, Cumberland, England

2005-11-18 02:47:05Z

Ann I am a genealogist who has a high intereat in the name Curgenven. My ggrandmother was a Curgenven. CAn you tell me a little about your relationship to the Curgenven family. It is a rather unique name. IF we have corresponded before let me know as I have many contatcs in this area.
Regards
Murray

Re: Margaret Craggs

2005-11-02 22:37:22Z

Hi Andrew,
North Sunderland was actually in Northumberland in the parish of Bamburgh I think. You may have more luck on the Northumberland Message Board,
Good Luck
Avril

Samuel Craggs & Elizabeth Hocking, married 28 Jan 1847, Mevagissey, Cornwall, England

2005-07-09 17:10:02Z

Transcription of Marriage Record [General Register Office]:

1847. Marriage solemnized at The Church in the Parish of Mevagissey in the County of Cornwall

No. 138
When Married: Jany 28th [1847]

Groom: Sam'l Craggs, of full age, Bachelor, Miller; Residence at time of Marriage: Mevagissey; Father's name and surname: Thos Craggs; Rank or Profession of Father: Miller

Bride: Eliz'th Hocking, of full age, Spinster; Residence at time of Marriage: Mevagissey; Father's name and surname: William Hocking; Rank or profession of father: Gardener

Married in the Parish Church according to the Rites and Ceremonies of the Established Church, After Banns by me, Fred'k Carly [hard to read]

This marriage was solemnized between us, Sam'l Craggs & Eliz'th Hocking, in the Presence of us, Richard Dyer and Cordelia Hocking

Elizabeth (Hocking) Craggs died 7 Sept 1847 in Mevagissey, and Samuel Craggs married (2) Mary Ann Ley on 31 Aug 1856. Anyone with any connection to these families? I'd like to exchange information.

Eliza Craggs

2005-06-20 06:15:11Z

I am trying to find info on Eliza Craggs born abt. 1812 in Maryland and married Nicholas M Gorsuch on 31 Dec 1829 in baltimore maryland.

Robert CRAGGS / Elizabeth BLACK - England

2005-05-29 03:02:04Z

Looking for more info on parents of Jane CRAGGS DALE. Her death record shows they were Robert CRAGGS and Elizabeth BLACK. Jane was born 22 May 1847 in England. She came to America in 1886. Her husband, William DALE, came in 1885. They brought over a total of 8 children.

See Jane's death record attached.

Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Sincerely,

Sue R.

Re: Margaret Craggs

JNoonan4646 — 2005-11-02 22:42:33Z

Margaret Craggs was christened in Bamburgh 21 March 1824 d/o George and Ann Craggs. There is a daughter Ann but her christening was 15 Dec 1816

I could not find a suitable marriage for George to an Ann but my parish record fiche only starts in 1813 and I see a christening of a Mary to this couple in 1815 so they may have been married earlier than 1812

Robert Craggs of Durham

jeffsher — 2005-12-07 02:08:49Z

My g-g-grandfather, Henry Proud, was a boarder in the home of Robert Craggs in the 1881 Census. Robert was a Master Tailor and Henry was a Journeyman Tailor. The dwelling was 27 1/2 Chester Terr, Bishopwearmouth, Durham, England. Robert is listed as 38 years of age, Henry as 25. Other members of the family at this address were wife Martha (39), sons Stephen (14), Mark O. (12), John W. (7), and Robert (5), as well as father-in-law Mark Owen (65), and mother-in-law Mary Owen (66). I have also come across the name Hannah Proud Craggs, so I feel that Henry is probably related to Robert. Please contact me if you have any information on this branch of the Craggs family. Thanks.

Re: Craggs

venks12 — 2008-08-03 13:42:07Z

Hi, Sharon, Just saw in my file, a memorial card with details of the funeral of ANNIE CRAGGS (1869 - 1953). Annie was the step mother of my Grandfather, (yr G'G'Father), JOSEPH. She was interned at Evergreen Memorial Park. I think this was in Seattle. I haven't had too much success in determining this, as she did live in Canada, at one time. Maybe u have some info on this?
Cheers, Veronica
ps Saw your treasured photos on your profile. No Craggs' photos?

Re: Craggs

venks12 — 2008-08-03 10:54:23Z

Well HELLO, Sharon - 2nd cuz! How awesome to finally get a REAL connection. I have just spoken to my Mum, Marion, in Adelaide, and told her the news. I first said Verna but when I said Margie, it was the right name. Eureka!
I last saw Uncle Alfred in Melbourne and was shocked to see how much weight he had lost since the time b4, and this was bcoz he was ill, and then he passed away not long after. He was like all Mum's brothers - a real gentleman.
Sadly, only Uncle George is alive and we r grateful bcoz when his wife, Edith died 2 yrs ago (they were first cuzs, we feared he would go soon.
Your Uncle & Aunt, Maxi & Aileen, live in Melb. We used to be in contact when I lived in Melb all those years ago, but no longer.
Now if I can help u with any of my info, please drop me an email (vberic@bigpond.net.au)and ask away. U can do us a fabulous favour and send a photo of your family & your Mum as I know my Mum would luv to see it. My address is:
8 Cessnock Close, Mermaid Waters. Queensland. Australia. 4218
If your Mum wants to catch up with my Mum, as she has no computer, her ph no is 61882768637.

CRAGGS FAMILY FROM STOCKTON

onogiles — 2007-01-17 12:37:56Z

HELP FINDING GEORGE CRAGG WHO MARRIED MARY BRACK ON THE 1881 CENSUS WOULD BE APPRECIATED.
I HAVE THE FAMILY ON 51 61 AND 71 CENSUS SHOWN AS BEING IN SHIPPING. THEY CAME FROM STOCKTON DOWN TO LIVERPOOL AROUND 1854
ANY HELP OR POINTERS TO FIND THEIR SHIPPING BUSINESS WOULD VERY MUCH BE APPRECIATED. EDWINA

Re: Craggs from Hilton, Cumberland, England

michael_craggs — 2007-05-31 09:31:24Z

Hi I have done some history on the craggs family.
you might have the wrong area I think it is Craggs from Hylton Sunderland which was County Durham but is now Tyne & wear englandI did my research in the library at sunderland wher my family of craggs came from who where butchers by trade

William DALE / Jane CRAGGS Family

theridenhours — 2005-05-21 01:50:16Z

Margaret Craggs

anngo2 — 2005-11-02 21:37:00Z

Hello

I am looking for information on Margaret Craggs B 1825-29 in North Sunderland. I have no other information on her before she married except on the 1851 census where I may have found her visiting Ann Craggs B 1823-24. Ann was working as a domestic servant for Thomas Dixon in Stanton Northumberland.

Margaret Married Frederick Parkinson in the mid 1850s and they had 4 children.

Frederick 1857 Jane Elizabeth 1859 Caroline 1861 and Mary Ann 1864.

Any help would be much appreciated.

Regards Ann

Margaret Craggs

anngo2 — 2005-11-02 21:26:07Z

Re: Margaret Craggs

anngo2 — 2005-11-04 09:28:09Z

Thank you Janis for your help. I went to 1837 on line to look for Margaret Craggs marriage.

The time frame for the marriage was 1852-1859 so I looked at all the pages. There are lots of quarters that remain unreadable. I have to assume that hers is one of those.

Poor Margaret will have to remain an orphan for a bit longer.

Thank you
Regards Ann

Re: Craggs from Darlington Durham England

davecook189 — 2007-01-07 13:30:37Z

The only "Cragg" I have at the moment is a James Craggs who was born Hartlepool c 1852 and was a locomotive driver on the railways in the 1901 census.He married a Marhgaret LEE born 1852 Elwick.

Re: Craggs from Darlington Durham England

davecook189 — 2008-02-06 17:19:25Z

Hi Laura

Can't help much with Craggs as I only have the one. If you are looking for your Grandfather I will certainly try to look him up if you can give me as much info as poss starting with your Dads birth details and parents names etc etc.

You can contact me on davecook@sircharlessq.freeserve.co.uk

Look forward to hearing from you

Regards

Dave

craggs of gateshead-sunderland & south shields

M_CRAGGS — 2005-10-24 15:30:13Z

Hi its the dark nights again time for family history
I have 98 craggs names startng inthe parish of st mary's gateshead then my descendants coming to the parishes of holy trinity and st pauls sunderland then onto south shields
a occ. of butchers and mariners etc
to many other surnames to mention
get in touch we might have a link
mike

Re: Craggs

ellisonsharon — 2008-08-02 19:51:05Z

Hi Veronica: I believe that we are second cousins! My mother is Verna Marguerite (Margie) Craggs Cannon, daughter of Charles Alfred Craggs (your mother's older brother). Thank you for the genealogical information, I just started trying to track my family's history. We live in California, USA.
Sharon Cannon Ellison

Re: Craggs from Hilton, Cumberland, England

PeterBrendon — 2006-01-10 09:59:53Z

I have an extensive Curgenven family tree. Are you interested

Re: Craggs from Darlington Durham England

laurajcraggs75 — 2008-02-05 02:23:58Z

can you tell me if a branch of this family could have ended up in teeside? And could you also tell me if John is a family name amoungst the first born men. My father was born in middlesbrough and named after his father john but as my grandfather died before i was born i dont have a birth to go back from. Any help would be really great.If it is any help my grandmothers surname was long
Laura

Re: CRAGGS FAMILY

ELLinSpain — 2007-01-16 20:43:22Z

Hello
Have you got rough dob for this chap? Was he born in Stockton?

Cant see a marriage for Brack/Cragg

Re: Craggs from Darlington Durham England

masabbey2 — 2007-01-06 21:33:39Z

hello any info on thomas craggs born 1847 in wakersley and elizabeth craggs from darlington sons george and thomas and daughters sarah margaret and i think elizabeth . i think elizabeth married a chapman and had son henry chapman. they lived in Darlington. Would appreciate any help.

craggs Darlington

masabbey2 — 2005-06-04 18:16:55Z

I beleive my Gr Grandfather was Thomas Craggs, married to Elizabeth Craggs and they had 7 children. Thomas was involved with locomotives in Darlington. The youngest daughter was Sarah (my grandmother) who died at the age of 35yrs. Would love to hear from anyone who thinks this may also be their family.

Re: Craggs from Hilton, Cumberland, England

xgage — 2005-11-22 14:01:38Z

please let me know if you find her
mike

Re: Craggs from Darlington Durham England

moira1388 — 2008-04-28 16:46:21Z

My great grandad was Thomas Craggs born in Darlington 1875. His father, also called Thomas, had a brother Robert, whose son, another Thomas born 1892,emigrated to Canada, but as far as I know he didn't have a brother Harry, so your Thomas may be a son of one of the other brothers.

Re: Craggs from Darlington Durham England

2005-03-31 14:59:39Z

Thank you for your post, David; however there was no direct address by which to contact you. Are you able to send directly to me?

Regards,

Re: Craggs from Darlington Durham England

davecook189 — 2005-03-31 15:17:13Z

Linda

I did try ruad@total.net but it was returned to me for some reason. My E Mail is davecook@sircharlessq.freeserve.co.uk
Regards

Dave