Martha Nichol was born about 1821 in Inverness, parents were John Inglis Nichol and (I believe) Barbara McPherson.

In 1869 Martha married Carsten Holthouse at St Saviour's, Hampstead. She was his 2nd wife.

In the 1871 census they are living at Princes' Court, Hanover Sq London. Living with them is his daughter Harriet Ethel aged 9. His other children are at various schools or living with a relative.

However, I cannot find Martha or Harriet in the 1881 census and am running out of ideas. In the 1881 census Carsten is noted as married.

I can find Ethel again in the 1891 census, she is living with her father Carsten in Richmond, Surrey. Carsten is again noted as married in this census.

I can find a death record for Ethel in 1894 RD Richomnd which would fit.

I can find a death record for Martha Holthouse Q3 1898 RD Richmond,Surry and which would match her age. In the 1901 census Carsten is noted as widower so the death record would tally.

I cannot find a records in the 1881 or 1891 for Martha which doesn't make a huge difference to the family tree I am making I am just curious. Also where was Ethel in 1881?

Any help woud be appreciateded.

Susan