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Wales Resources / Re: William John Fireman at Lan Colliery Lower Pentyrch 1875
« on: Tuesday 21 November 23 09:44 GMT (UK) »
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Wales Resources / Re: William John Fireman at Lan Colliery Lower Pentyrch 1875
« on: Tuesday 21 November 23 09:30 GMT (UK) »
Yes. I do know this site. It was run by a friend. I’m not sure it does individual people. Does it? Thanks.
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Wales Resources / William John Fireman at Lan Colliery Lower Pentyrch 1875
« on: Tuesday 21 November 23 08:52 GMT (UK) »
Over the past months have recreated the Inquiry into the 1875 Lan Colliery disaster. The actual records are lost. Luckily, archived newspaper of the day give near verbatim reports of proceedings so through detailed reading, this research was possible.
One man is particularly interesting. Fireman William John. He is recalled to give evidence several times, told his job is on the line. He gives evidence against Abraham Phillips, the overman.
Now my question. I know nothing about William John beyond the fact he was fireman at Lan Colliery and he wasn’t underground at the time of the explosion, and that he hadn’t entered gas in the record book.
Is There any possibility of tracing a person with so little information? William John. fireman Lan Colliery. 1875. Probably lived in Lower Pentyrch, Gwaelod y Garth, or Taffs Well.
Any ideas welcomed! Thanks so much.
One man is particularly interesting. Fireman William John. He is recalled to give evidence several times, told his job is on the line. He gives evidence against Abraham Phillips, the overman.
Now my question. I know nothing about William John beyond the fact he was fireman at Lan Colliery and he wasn’t underground at the time of the explosion, and that he hadn’t entered gas in the record book.
Is There any possibility of tracing a person with so little information? William John. fireman Lan Colliery. 1875. Probably lived in Lower Pentyrch, Gwaelod y Garth, or Taffs Well.
Any ideas welcomed! Thanks so much.
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Wales Resources / Re: coroner's status. EB REECE. Cardiff district coroner in 19th and early 20th cen
« on: Wednesday 06 September 23 12:40 BST (UK) »
Thanks for that! A bit remiss for a judge and solicitor! But from the archived paper report it is clear his death was sudden and unexpected. Again, thanks. All so interesting. Nx
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Wales Resources / Re: coroner's status. EB REECE. Cardiff district coroner in 19th and early 20th cen
« on: Tuesday 05 September 23 20:35 BST (UK) »
Rootschat researchers are incredible. It's a national treasure! History will be as grateful as I am right now. Thank you. Norma
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Wales Resources / Re: coroner's status. EB REECE. Cardiff district coroner in 19th and early 20th cen
« on: Tuesday 05 September 23 20:33 BST (UK) »
The news report of his death is so helpful. Many thanks for that. I have searched so many archive papers and missed that one - the most important of all.
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Wales Resources / Re: coroner's status. EB REECE. Cardiff district coroner in 19th and early 20th cen
« on: Tuesday 05 September 23 20:25 BST (UK) »
THANk YOU! Yes, I'm sure this in the man. Now why couldn't I find it? 
These notes even give me his status. I'm infinitely grateful and more than that impressed. Wow, I'm so happy!!!! Norma
These notes even give me his status. I'm infinitely grateful and more than that impressed. Wow, I'm so happy!!!! Norma
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Wales Resources / coroner's status. EB REECE. Cardiff district coroner in 19th and early 20th cen
« on: Tuesday 05 September 23 20:04 BST (UK) »
Rootschat researchers, I wonder if anyone can help with this one - I have very little information. I am trying to assess the status of the Victorian Coroner EB Reece. His name appears with great frequency in archived newspapers but I can find no actual information about the man.
I have found an old photo from the Western Mail, but that isn't much help in understanding who the man was. His name was EDWARD B REECE. I know he lived and was acting as a Coroner in 1875 mining disasters. I also know he was incredibly busy. Can anyone throw light on the social status of the Victorian Coroner? I know that earlier they were on the same level as judges and I have seen they had to be doctors or surgeons.
I simply don't know where to start ... and Ive been researching him as best as I can for weeks. Not sure anyone can trace a person with so little information- but someone in your team usually manages. Please try to find the Cardiff Coroner! Thank you so much. Normax
I have found an old photo from the Western Mail, but that isn't much help in understanding who the man was. His name was EDWARD B REECE. I know he lived and was acting as a Coroner in 1875 mining disasters. I also know he was incredibly busy. Can anyone throw light on the social status of the Victorian Coroner? I know that earlier they were on the same level as judges and I have seen they had to be doctors or surgeons.
I simply don't know where to start ... and Ive been researching him as best as I can for weeks. Not sure anyone can trace a person with so little information- but someone in your team usually manages. Please try to find the Cardiff Coroner! Thank you so much. Normax
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Family History Beginners Board / Re: Moses Llewellyn
« on: Tuesday 22 August 23 11:41 BST (UK) »
Ignore above. Re reading the grave says Margaret. I mis copied the note. My apologies.