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« on: Monday 03 November 14 17:41 GMT (UK) »
I believe I've found my Mary Ann Taggart living in Finiston/Stobcross Street area Parish of Barony on 1841 Scottish census. Census lists Widow Taggart, 40 yrs; Hellen Taggart, 15 yrs Power Loom Weaver; Mary Ann Taggart, 12 yrs Power Loom Weaver; Isabella Taggart, 9 yrs; Sarah Taggart, 7 yrs. Widow, Hellen and Mary Ann all indicated to be born in Ireland while Isabella & Sarah born outside of Scotland for census purpose. I believe this is same Mary Ann Taggart family due to naming standards, occupation in weaving, location as future generations born nearby & Mary Ann moved back to same area sometime between 1853 & 1881. If I am correct, this means Francis Taggart had died before 1841 census. The ages of all are likely inaccurate because everyone over 15 was rounded down to nearest age in multiples of 5. So based on this, I am assuming that Mary Ann had sisters Hellen, Isabella and Sarah. I wonder if anyone has these names in their trees?