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Cumberland UK - Genealogy, Surnames, Family and Local History

Amalgamated with Westmoreland into the modern county of Cumbria. County town: Carlisle Other major towns: Whitehaven Origins of Name: ... , Anglo Saxon/ Brittonic Population 1801: Population 1961: Acreage:... more

Thomas Jefferson - Carlisle
Am looking for any info iro Thomas Jefferson, hairdresser,born abt 1791/92. His son James married Hannah Sawyers in 1838,in Carlisle,Cumberland.James was born abt 1816 &,according to his M/C was a shoemaker.Any help gratefully received. Regards Coreen

proudfoot --Carlisle - Carlisle
I am trying to trace a David Proudfoot of Carlisle who married a Theresa Clark in about 1884,also born in Carlisle. Her parents were Samuel Clarke,and Agnes(nee McConnville),Any Info will be greatly appreciated.

william kay - Carlisle
married to catherine dunwoodie 1813.sons andrew and john (sawyers)

Woolgrove - Carlisle
Hi, I am looking for information on Woolgrove and Birkett , they were living in Carlisle in the early 20th century. Margaret Woolgrove was born Carlisle 1920 to George Woolgrove and Martha Woolgrove nee Birkett. I would be grateful for any info however trivial on this family. Thanks Martin

Hannah Marshall / Thomas Tennant - Carlisle
Hannah Marshall b1826 Whitehaven, Cumberland. 1841 Census: Age 15 Residence: Caldcoats (in house of Publican Robert Taylor), Caldewgate, St Mary, Carlisle, Cumberland. 1841 - Thomas Termant (?) also lived in Caldcoats, Carlisle b.1820, Scotland. Profession: Sawyer. 1851 Census: Hannah Tennant, husband Thomas Tennant and 3 children and Robert Taylor - Proprieter of houses Residence: Lowerty Street, Botchergate, (Wetheral) Carlisle Has anyone information on birth of Hannah Marshall OR of her marriage to Thomas Tennant - sometime 1844/45 presumably in Carlisle. Can anyone advise me where to look for any records?

LITTLE family - Carlisle
i am looking for any information connected to a John Little (born around 1822 in Carlisle). he married Martha Pickston in Cheshire. John Little worked a stonemason.

Sharman Family - Carlisle
I’m looking for any information on sisters Marian Grey Sharman and Edith May Sharman they were both school teachers, Marian taught at a number of Carlisle schools, from 1904-1907 at the Fawcett, girls school, 1907-1914 St Stephen mixed school, and 1914 -1920 at the Ashley Street Council School for Girls, my last know location for her. Edith May also taught in Carlisle,1897-1902 Bishop Goodwin Mixed School, and 1902-1920 Bishop Goodwin infants School. They had three more sisters, Amy Jane Sharman a Book Keeper, Sarah Foster Sharman and Dorothy Sharman and one brother George Anthony Sharman (my grandfather) who died in WW1, and their father was George Stroud Sharman. Information relating to any of the family would be greatly appreciated

Mitchells/Reids(Reed) - Carlisle
My grandmothers parents were James Mitchell/Ellen Rennie,their children all female married into families, Hudson,Beattie,Johnston,Harrison,Pallett. My grandfathers parents were John Reid/Esther Davies,the Reids originally came from Rockcliffe. I would be interrested to contact anyone researching any of these families.

Thompson Family - Carlisle
Looking for Jaqueline Thompson,daughter of Jack and Belle Thompson,who was living in the Holmeacres Drive/Carloil Drive area of the Harraby Estate Carlisle in around 1948 to 1955

ewart - Carlisle
looking for John Douglas Halliday Ewart born 1868 -Died 1930 in Carlisle(he was a carpenter). Married a Mary Jane Wolstencroft in approx 1919. Would apreciate any information about John - Delphine.

carlisle - wolstencroft - Carlisle
I am trying to trace a James Wolstencroft who married a Mary Jane Farrer in Carlisle in 1909,he died in 1912,about 58 years old (birth place unknown)he was a wheelwright. Any info greatly appreciated. Delphine

Carlisle Assizes - Carlisle
Looking for details on persons sentenced to death by hanging at Carlisle Assizes in years 1837 to 1839 in particular John Woof

Cliffords - Carlisle - Carlisle
I would like any information available on Mary Ann Clifford brn approx 1824. She had three children out of wedlock called Samuel 1845 , William 1847 and Jane 1857 approx.

Proudfoot - Carlisle
looking for info on Mary Scott she married William Proudfoot have lots of info on Proudfoots but not on Mary Scott

Cowen - Carlisle, Cumberland - Carlisle
Anyone following this line or know of relations I'd love to hear from you. Thomas Cowen (1855-1860) Married Rachel Lewis Children, Annie, Margaret,John James(as below) Mary J (died in infancy)& Thomas William (died in infancy). James Cowen 1885(John James) married Hannah Harrison 1910 Children- Rachel, Thomas (as below) (1913) & Agnes Thomas Cowen (1913) married Annie Isabel (1910) Carlisle 6 children.

Liddle/Chadwick - Carlisle
Any information on these two names in 18th century. Carlisle and Burgh by Sands.

Eleanor Armstrong 1843, George Barton 1844 - Carlisle
I am researching my brother-in-law's tree. He is descended from George Barton born in Cockermouth in 1844. George married Eleanor (Ellen) Armstrong born in Carlisle ca 1843 daughter of a Mary Ann born in Gretna ca 1818. Their children were Thomas ca 1861, Mary Ann ca 1863 & Henry Hodgson ca 1864. I have found the family on the 1881 census but cannot find them on the 1861, 1871. I also cannot find Mary Ann Armstrong on any earlier censuses than 1881 when she is living with George & Ellen in Blackburn. Any information on George Barton & Eleanor Armstrong & their forebears gratefully received. Many thanks.

McCormick -Haney - Carlisle
I am looking for Francis McCormick (born about 1826) who married Bridget Haney (born about 1824- 1825) they were married in Carlisle on 6th September 1845.They lived in Carrlisle for awhile then moved to Middlesbrough.Francis's father was called Micheal and Bridget's parents were called William Haney and Mary i think her maiden name was Huntington not to sure yet

James Copeland - Carlisle
In 1851, James (born c1803), a hand loom weaver, is in Caldewgate, Carlisle with his wife and 7 children. I cannot find him in 1841. Can anyone suggest a solution to my problem? Thanks Brian.

vickers wharton - Carlisle
any info on ann vickers nee wharton born 1845 married william vickers , family john ,william lloyd , frederick lived caldewgate area ann from abbey street

St Clair (Sinclair) Tom Percival - Carlisle
Searching for details of Tom (Thomas) Percival St Clair believed to be from here. Born 1856?, father John? Emigrated to Australia as crew on ship Thirlmere...Jumped ship at Adelaide. Married there in 1879 to Jessie McBain.

vickers carlisle - Carlisle
any info on Telday vickers born 1875 mother margaret st stephens area

Woods - Cleator
I am researching the Woods Family In cleator and Cleator moor. I start with Dennis Woods who was born in Ireland about 1812 and came to Cleator as an iron ore miner about 1851 with his wife Isabelle. I can trace his direct line directly to myself, but i do not have the branches of his sons and Daughters. I would love to trace them. If you have Woods in Your Family and have not allready contacted me please do. Other names in my family tree are Trotter, Rooney, Toole.

McCluskey - Cleator
Trying to find Birth and Baptism details of Rose(Rosie)McCluskey. Shown as 6 month on 1881 census, and Lucy. shown as 4years Both shown as born in Cleater Moor. Have checked Birth records without success. Mother. Lucy/Louisa ?? came from Ireland. Father, I think was James, but not shown on census.Rosie shows up again on 1901, as 21 years, along with her Mother Louisa, and a younger child.shown as Rosie's daughter. Any help would be appreciated.

Matthew Spedding - Cleator
Looking for info on Matthew Spedding, a farmer at Cleator b. abt. 1755, d. abt. 1830, but no records to confirm. Believe he is tied to a son, Mathias Spedding (Sr.) b. 1790 in Distington, Cumberland and d. after 1840. Mathias was a master mariner outof Whitehaven and part owner of a Brig, Lund.

Patrick Mc Grievy - Cleator
I have my grandfathers passport stating he was born in Cleator Cumberland June 19, 1903. I would love to find out his parents name and when he came to america.

Messenger - Cleator
Looking for any details on the marriage of Henry and Mary Messenger. They had a son also Henry born 02/10/1902.

milburn family - Cleator
I am trying to trace any relations of the late John Milburn who died in the 1947 mining disaster. He left a wife and 3 children, named Mary, John and Raymond I think. His mother and father were Thomas and Mary Milburn (nee Kirkwood). He had many brothers and sisters - Kitty, Rose, Thomas, James, Joseph, Ann and Terry.

Cullen - Cleator
Looking for Cullen around 1900

Maguire,Hines. Fowler - Cleator
I am trying to find information on Catherine Hines, married to a John Fowler, both from Ireland,after John Fowler died she married John Maguire in Cleator Moor 1876.Catherine last seen 1901 census.

John & Eleanor (Hurst) Todd - Cleator
Looking for relatives or descendents of John & eleanor Todd. Listed on 1881 census living at 17 montreal st, cleator. John was a iron ore miner, born abt. 1844, married to Eleanor Hurst abt. 1862. Eleanor ws daughter of Joseph & Elizabeth (Greenlaw) Hurst, Maryport. John and eleanor had 2 known children: John W. Todd, born abt. 28 Mar, 1866, in whitehaven, and Joseph Hirst Todd, born abt. 13 dec, 1864, in maryport. any info on above family very appreciated.

Joshua George Thompson - Cleator
I am looking for any type information on great grandpa Joshua George Thompson BD aug 28,1854 in (Cleator or wathbrow) married great grandma Sara Mattison in 1876. He was a cabinet maker if this helps.

Cleator Moor - Cleator Moor
I am seeking any Old Photographs of the town, as well as any written history. My Grt Grandparents came over to Cleator Moor in the mid 1870s I am doing a family history search on the Duffy name maybe there is still relations living in Co Wicklow? (Kilbride or Avoca) any help would be grateful. Tom.

Search For Cowan Family - Cleator Moor
My grandfather, William John Cowan, was born in Cleator Moor on March 5, 1894. He had a brother, Alexander Cowan, a sister, Isabella Reay, and a half sister, Blanche Catterall. He emigrated to the United States in 1915 and was not able to return.Any information on the Cowan family would be greatly appreciated.

Search For James Anderson, Evangelist Family - Cleator Moor
Seeking info on Christina Anderson, born 1860 to James Anderson and Agnes Gibson. She married Archibald Murrie and emigrated to the U.S. in 1906.

Looking For Rooney/woods - Cleator Moor
Looking for family of Thomas Benedict Rooney, Sr., who married Catharine Woods. They had 5 children and emmigrated to the US about 1900. Any information about the Rooney's or the Woods family would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Trotter Family - Cleator Moor
Researching family tree. My father Frederick Richardson Trotter Born 1932, Grandparents Frederick Richardson Trotter b. 1899. Mary mills B. 1899. Anyone help.

Whalen - Cleator Moor
I am seeking information on my grandmother Margaret Whalen's family. She was born in Cleator Moor in April,1878 and emigrated to the States with her sister Mary in 1890. There were brothers, Thomas and Michael also. I believe her mother was also named Mary. The family setteled in Butte Montana where the men worked as copper miners and all are buried. I believe the family came from Ireland, perhaps co. Wicklow or Galway. There was also a family named Crilley who came from the same area and setteled in Butte. This family was good friends with the Whalens. If anyone can help with my search I would be very appreciative.I must add now that I have since discovered that on my grandmother's marriage licence she gave her sur name as McMullen, Althoshe did have sisters and brothers (half?) by the name of Whalen. This is also the name her mother, my great-grandmother use in Butte, Mary Whalen.If anyone can give me a lead i would be most appreciative! Thank You. Thomas

Woods - Cleator Moor
I am researching the Woods Family In cleator and Cleator moor. I start with Dennis Woods who was born in Ireland about 1812 and came to Cleator as an iron ore miner about 1851 with his wife Isabelle. I can trace his direct line directly to myself, but i do not have the branches of his sons and Daughters. I would love to trace them. If you have Woods in Your Family and have not allready contacted me please do. Other names in my family tree are Trotter, Rooney, Toole.

Sloan family - Cleator Moor
I am looking for any knowledge of the Sloan family who were from Cleator Moor in the late 1800 and early 1900's. Patrick immigrated to the U.S. in 1896. James (30 in 05) followed in 1905, with his daughters (Elizabeth----Lizzie (11 in 05, Mary 9 in06, and Hellen 11 in 06) following him in 1905 and 1906. My great-grandmother was Elizabeth. I have found their manifests from Ellis Island and have the address and pictures of family from Cleator Moor. Rose Toon, Father McBarn, Jack Dillon are names on the letters. Rose was a cousin. There was also a May who had a daughter Elizabeth who would have been 6 in the 1930's-40's. I believe Rose and cousin Betty were bus conductruss'. There is also a Gramma Callahghan's mentioned. The Sloan brothers were miners in Cleator Moor and moved to Butte, Montana where they continued mining for copper. My great-grandmother Elizabeth married Jim Knox, who died, and then married Hugh Rooney. Would appreciate any info on this family.

sproat, robert - Cleator Moor
has anyone any info about a robert sproat who was a police constable at cleator moor in 1901,

Bigham - Laverty Marriage Feb. 6, 1883 - Cleator Moor
I'm trying to find where I should look for the marriage records of my grandparents Archibald Bigham who married Honorah Lavery on Feb. 6, 1883 In Cleator Moor, England. They were born in Ireland, but not sure where in Ireland. Grandmother born Nov. 9, 1862 and Grandfather born Feb. 6, 1861. I will be in Cleator Moor in late Sept. of 2004 and in Ireland the end of Sept., and early Oct. 2004. Would appreciate any information that could help me.

ELLEN ROONEY , CLEATOR - Cleator Moor
Ellen was born Sept 1866 and was listed in the 1881 census as living at 6 Wyndham Street in Cleator. I am searching for her birth or christening information. I am confused as to her mother's maiden name as she is listed with the other children's baptism's at St. Mary's Priory as both Middleton and Thompson. Also in the census there is a Jonathon Middleton listed as a stepson to James. Ellen was my great grandmother.Trying to search from western Canada.

Mates Family- Cleator- 1881 - Cleator Moor
I'm seeking Irish village/county origin information on the family of Andrew & Rose Ann (McCue/McKeown) Mates who are shown in the 1881 Census living at 26 Birks Road in Cleator. They were both born in Ireland in 1858 & 1862 respectively. It is possible they came from County Wicklow based on the listing of John Mates, the name of Andrew's father, in Griffith's Valuation. Rose Ann's father was Elexander McCue/McKeown. Both John Mates & Elexander McCue/McKeown were deceased by May 1880. Andrew Mates & his family immigrated to the USA around 1888 and took up their residence in Williamstown, Dauphin County, PA.

Flynn Family - Cleator Moor
John Flynn ran the Globe Hotel in 1940's 1950's Wife Lily Flynn. His father was James and I think his grandfather was David, who originally came over from Ireland and had a shop in Millom. Any one know any information on this family?

Sloan(e)/Taylor - Cleator Moor
I'm looking for help with James Henry SLOAN(E) who might have changed his name to Taylor. He was born in Ireland abt 1848. Found him on the 1871 census in Cleator Moor. Any info please! Lynn

Rudd - Cleator Moor
Thomas Adamthwaite Rudd born 1868 Married to Betsy Rudd Born 1870

Heron - Cleator Moor
I am searching anyone who may be able to remember Elizabeth Jane Heron.Fathers name Hugh,mothers name Margaret.Thanking you Peter, Australia.

frances ward - Cleator Moor
im trying to find out about my grandad francy ward did he have brothers/sisters and when did the family come from irland is there a passenger list around turn of centery i think he was married to nelly nolan from wiglow irland

Shaw and Smith 1873 - Cleator Moor
My ancestors James Shaw and Elizabeth Smith were married in the Catholic church in Cleator Moor in 1873. James was a coal miner(later a bricklayer)and Elizabeth was a domestic servant. By 1877 they had moved to Glasgow. I'm trying to find out if they were Irish or Scottish. I may have found Elizabeth in the 1871 census - working as a servant in Maryport with a lady called Mrs Sibson. Her census entry says she was born in Wrkington - but I can't find her there. Does these names ring a bell with anybody? Rosemary



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