Hello. Yes - he came to Canada between 1910 - 1920 and was a very private man. He made his life in Canada and we know his wife and their children, etc. He always said his birthdate was July 1, 1890 and his fathers name was John. Having a look into the birth record I found stating that his birth was June 24, 1890 and birth registration July 1, 1890. It has been the only record I have found that stated July 1, 1890. I also thought that perhaps July 1st was actually the day that he came to Canada as that is Canada Day. I'm looking at all possibilities, including this one with the father of Francis as perhaps the fathers middle name was actually John. Not 100% sure how many siblings he had, or their names. He did state that he was placed in an orphanage - the only record I have found for Ireland was with an incorrect birthdate - 6 years out and I have actually been in touch with that family and pretty much ruled that out. Other thought is that perhaps he was in an orphanage in Liverpool before coming to Canada. his life is a true mystery pre-Canada.
