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Angus (Forfarshire) / Re: Telfer/Rodgers in Forfar
« on: Friday 14 April 17 21:40 BST (UK) »
Thanks Forfarian,
I used Mary Rodgers Telfer as a marker for you to indicate that i was referring to the mother, Mary Rodgers and not the daughter, Mary Telfer. I am Scottish, not American.
I have thought about the Thomas Rodgers in the 1841 census but have tended towards 'Daniel' as this is first-hand information from Mary herself. However, your suggestions re using Thomas Rodgers death certificate to rule out is useful. Especially as i cant find a Daniel!
Yes, Mary and William do seem to play fast and loose with their ages. After Mary's death in 1900, William is living in Dunde with a much younger woman and his age drops to 63. Wonder who he was trying to impress! William died in 1905 and his daughter provided the registration information giving his age as 75. This is consistent with his birth in 1829.
Remarriage is also a thought. I'll explore where that angle and see where that takes me.
Thanks for all your help. It's always good to get a fresh pair of eyes on things.
JayBeth
I used Mary Rodgers Telfer as a marker for you to indicate that i was referring to the mother, Mary Rodgers and not the daughter, Mary Telfer. I am Scottish, not American.
I have thought about the Thomas Rodgers in the 1841 census but have tended towards 'Daniel' as this is first-hand information from Mary herself. However, your suggestions re using Thomas Rodgers death certificate to rule out is useful. Especially as i cant find a Daniel!
Yes, Mary and William do seem to play fast and loose with their ages. After Mary's death in 1900, William is living in Dunde with a much younger woman and his age drops to 63. Wonder who he was trying to impress! William died in 1905 and his daughter provided the registration information giving his age as 75. This is consistent with his birth in 1829.
Remarriage is also a thought. I'll explore where that angle and see where that takes me.
Thanks for all your help. It's always good to get a fresh pair of eyes on things.
JayBeth