Hello,
While researching the Slack side of my family history I have hit a snag in trying to track down the 1871 census for Frederick Slack.
Frederick Slack was born c. 1844, married Martha Pugh in c. 1867 and had his first son, William Henry in 1869.
On the 1861 Census Frederick was living with his aunt and uncle, George and Ann Eaton in Runcorn. I haven't worked out the Eatons are related to the Slacks yet , nor why he is staying with them. But I think judging by the occupations it could be an apprenticeship, as he and his uncle are in the elastic manufacturing business.
The last known address I have for Frederick Slack is 18 Noel Street in 1869 on William's birth certificate.
Whilst the Slacks moved around Derby city centre a lot, they have rarely moved out of its vicinity, so I think it unlike he has strayed too far. (But what do I know, eh?) Frederick and Martha's second child, Alice is born in Derby c. 1875, so again adds to why he should still be there. On the 1881 census the family is living at 4 Colville Street, and family remains in Derby for the rest of their lives. Generally, they have been based in the parish of St. Alkmund's.
On the 1871 I expect Frederick Slack to be living with his wife and son. Frederick should be aged about 26 and occupation a hoisery or bandage maker (in that field of business anyway).
Any help in trying to track down Frederick Slack and his family is greatly appreciated. Or any ideas what happened to them if they are missing from the census?
Thanks in advance.
P.S. This Frederick Slack is not to be confused with his father, Frederick Slack, who in 1871 is aged 66 and is living with his wife Hannah, daughter Elizabeth and servant Elizabeth Ratcliffe, at 49 Wilmot Street.
