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Wales (Counties as in 1851-1901) => Wales => Carmarthenshire => Topic started by: gower on Wednesday 06 July 11 11:08 BST (UK)
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I am researching the Jones family. Has anyone got any local information/history about them? thank you ;D
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Hello Gower :)
Which Gelli Gynar Farm do you mean? What information do you have about the Jones family? Do you need census info, BMD, etc?
At Gelli Gynar Isaf I found Henry Jones, farmer of 70 acres employing 2 labourers in 1881, with daughters Mar and Hannah, son Henry, and baby Granddaughter Hannah.
RG11 Piece 5430 Folio 64 Page 6
He was still there in 1891. John Jones was at Gelli gynar Uchaf, farm of 75 acres.
If you could be more specific, it will help avoid wasted effort. :D
Kind Regards
Morgan
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Hi Morgan,
I was looking at Samuel (father of Henry, John & others). Samuel & Rachel were at Gelli gynar in 1841. I am researching their son James born 1835 & am hoping he is the seem James who moved to US.....thanks
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Only just seen this. If I recall correctly, it is thought that James did emigrate to America and he later became a coal mine and steel works owner in Pennsylvania. A web site setting out the companies history suggests that he came from Pentrecagal in Penboyr parish.
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Thank you I think I did find the connection.... thanks
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Unfortunately there is no confirmation that the Jones' in America actually did come from Gelli gynnar. I guess that unless the family can confirm the link then something like DNA would be necessary. Seems that there is no hard evidence at this time - unless there is more information available.