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Ancestor Hung for Murder

Ancestor Hung for Murder

Posted: 11 May 2007 8:04PM GMT
Classification: Query
Surnames: Goulding, Golden, Waters
There's a family story about a Goulding who, after emigrating from England to Southampton, Ontario, changed his name to Golden to escape the shame of a family member being hung for Murder. The only information I have is that this imigrant's wife was called Ann Waters, and they had a son Robert (who was my ancestor).
I've been trying unsucessfully to find information on the murderer.
Does anyone know anything about this (and I know its a long shot) or can anyone recommend any sources?

Re: Ancestor Hung for Murder

Posted: 28 Mar 2013 1:27AM GMT
Classification: Query
interesting found this online

Name: William Cowland
[William Golden]
Birth Place: England
Residence: Artemesia Township
Age: 27
Estimated Birth Year: abt 1831
Father Name: William Cowland
Mother Name: Emelia Cowland
Spouse Name: Ann Waters
Spouse's Age: 26
Spouse Birth Year: abt 1832
Spouse Birth Place: England
Spouse Residence: Artemesia Township
Spouse Father Name: Robert Waters
Spouse Mother Name: Ann Waters
Marriage Date: 24 Nov 1858
Marriage County or District: Grey

this william changed his name to golden could he be the one you are looking for?

Re: Ancestor Hung for Murder

Posted: 8 Aug 2013 1:26AM GMT
Classification: Query
I live in the area and might be able to help find info if you like
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