Newspaper articles

[specialspud]

Good morning. I was wondering whether someone could check out a story for me regarding one of my ancestors Mary Gillard, maiden name Upton. She born 1780 woodgreen tottenham. She lived to the long age of 108. According to a newspaper article. It is believed she was one of 4 children 2 of those brothers drowned off newfoundland? Not sure whether that is in Yeovil. I don't have a date but I would love to try and find out more around this story if possible. Can anyone lend a hand?

[CaroleW]

Was Gillard her maiden name or her married name?

If you are looking for info about her male siblings you need to give her maiden name

[specialspud]

Hi it was her married name. Her maiden name is believed to have been Upton
 

[CaroleW]

Newfoundland is in Canada

[rosie99]

Good morning. I was wondering whether someone could check out a story for me regarding one of my ancestors Mary Gillard, maiden name Upton. She born 1780 woodgreen tottenham. She lived to the long age of 108.

From freebmd. (as the name implies it is free to search  . )
Deaths Dec qtr 1890   
Gillard    Mary   age  108   
Yeovil RD    5c   326

[rosie99]

According to the  Taunton Courier she died 22nd December 1890 at Reckleford, Yeovil

[rosie99]

I would suggest that you look at the British newspaper archive for references to her, she is mentioned because of her age.  I can see references to when she turned 100 also 107 and they are easily found

[specialspud78]

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Newfoundland is in Canada

Thank you.

[specialspud78]

I would suggest that you look at the British newspaper archive for references to her, she is mentioned because of her age.  I can see references to when she turned 100 also 107 and they are easily found

Thank you. Are these records subscription or pay as you view?