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1 [unnamed person] (1760?- ) [570]. Born 1760 (app), Gloucs, England.
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1 [unnamed person] (1610?- ) [1060]. Born 1610 (app).
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1 [unnamed person] ( - ) [1072]. Marr Thomas STURGE 1600 (app).
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1 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
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1 ??? ( - ) [685]. Marr Mary Jane MICKLE 1863.
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1 ??? ( - ) [528]. Marr Leon LONDON.
Ann (1834- )
1 Ann (1834- ) [544]. Born 1834, Fiskerton, Lincolnshire.
Athena ( - )
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| Mother: Michele HOPKINS, Michele | |
1 Athena ( - ) [303]. Born. Died.
2 Gary ?? ( - ) [276]. Born. Died.
3 Michele HOPKINS ( - ) [202]. Born. Died.
6 Eric J HOPKINS (1937- ) [200]. Born 1937, Dartford. Marr Daphne W ROGERS 1962, Sidcup, Kent. Died.
12 Henry HOPKINS (1904-1978) [199]. Born 10 Dec 1904. Marr Daisy SALISBURY 1933 (app), Dartford. Died 1978, Dover, Kent.
In 1911 census, lived at; 6 Shermanbury Place, Erith, Dartford, Kent.
13 Daisy SALISBURY (1899-1977) [198]. Born 17 Jun 1899, Manchester (Union Workhouse, Salford). Died 1977, Dover, Kent.
In 1911 census, was shown as Salisbury - age 6; Mother Mary Ellen married Thomas 2 years earlier (in 1909)
in 1901 census, Daisy Salisbury (born in Salford, Lancashire) and Harry Salisbury (born in Chester, Cheshire) are shown as Boarders with Robert and HarriettTurner, at 14, Harriet Street, Broughton, Lancashire.
7 Daphne W ROGERS (1940- ) [203]. Born 1940, Dartford. Died.
Becky ( - )
1 Becky ( - ) [658].
BROWER ( - )
1 BROWER ( - ) [710].
Curtis ( - )
1 Curtis ( - ) [840].
DIGBY ( - )
1 DIGBY ( - ) [989].
EDWARD ( - )
1 EDWARD III 1 ( - ) [309]. Born. Died.
2 Edward II 1 (1284-1327) [196]. Born 25 Apr 1284. Died 21 Sep 1327.
King of England EDWARD II Plantagenet was born on 25 Apr 1284 in Carnarvon Castle, Wales. He died on 21 Sep 1327 in England. The Cause of death was Murdered by wife. He was married to Queen of England ISABELLA France on 22 Jan 1307.
Queen of England ISABELLA France was born in 1292 in Paris, Seine, France. She died on 22 Aug 1358 in England. Children were:
i. King of England EDWARD III.
4 Edward 1 1 (1239-1307) [204]. Born 17 Jun 1239, Westminster, London, England. Marr MARGEURITE OF FRANCE 10 Sep 1299. Died 7 Jul 1307, Burgh-On-Sands, Cumberland, England.
He was buried on 28 Oct 1307 in Westminster, London, England. He was married to Queen of England, Castile ELEANOR in 1254.
Children were:
i. England Plantagenet JOAN was born in 1272 in Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. She died on 23 Apr 1307 in Clare, Suffolk, England.
ii. England MARGARET was born in 1275. She died in 1318.
iii. England Plantagenet ELIZABETH was born on 7 Aug 1282 in Rhuddlan Castle, Flint, WALES. She died on 5 May 1316 in Quendon, Essex, ENGLAND. She was buried on 23 May 1316 in Walden Abbey, Herts, England.
iv. King of England EDWARD II Plantagenet.
8 HENRY III (1207- ) [1008]. Born 1 Oct 1207, Winchester.
9 Eleanor of PROVENCE (1217- ) [1009]. Born 1217.
5 Eleanor OF CASTILLE 1 (1241-1290) [195]. Born 1241, Castile, Spain. Died 25 Nov 1290, Harby, Near Lincoln.
Eleanor of Castile was the first queen consort of Edward I of England. She was also Countess of Ponthieu in her own right from 1279 until her death in 1290, succeeding her mother and ruling together with her husband.
Edward married Eleanor at Las Huelgas in Spain (October 1254) and then traveled to Bordeaux to organize his scattered appanage.
Upon her death, Edward erected the famous Eleanor Crosses--several of which still stand--at each place where her coffin rested on its way to London. The best known are at Banbury and Charring (London).
10 Saint FERDINAND III (1199-1252) [454]. Born 5 Aug 1199. Marr Joan of DAMMARTIN. Died 30 May 1252.
King of Castile from 1217 and King of Galicia and León from 1230.
11 Joan of DAMMARTIN (1200?-1279) [455]. Born 1200 (app). Died 16 Mar 1279, Abbeville.
3 Isabella CAPET 1 (1292- ) [308]. Born 1292, Paris, France. Died.
Sources
| 1 | History books |
Elizabeth (1801- )
1 Elizabeth (1801- ) [556]. Born 1801.
Elizabeth (1791- )
1 Elizabeth (1791- ) [806]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
Elizabeth ( - )
1 Elizabeth ( - ) [822].
Ellen (1832- )
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| Ellen, great grandma wilson | |
1 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Marr Richard WILSON. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
Eunice ( - )
1 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
Eve (1897?-1997?)
1 Eve (1897?-1997?) [321]. Born Oct 1897 (app). Died 1997 (app).
Gary ( - )
1 Gary ( - ) [107]. Born. Died.
Gwentlian ( - )
1 Gwentlian ( - ) [872].
Hannah ( - )
1 Hannah CURTIS ( - ) [837]. Marr William TANNER 29 Mar 1771, Sidcot.
2 Curtis ( - ) [840].
3 [unnamed person] ( - ) [841].
Hannah (1767?- )
1 Hannah Lee (1767?- ) [690]. Born 1767 (app). Christened 15 Mar 1767, Henbury.
2 William LEE ( -1809) [783]. Died 6 Aug 1809, Henbury.
3 Esther VEYSEY ( -1804) [784]. Died 25 May 1804, Henbury.
Henry (1204-1217)
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| Henry I of Castile, Enrique_I_de_Castilla | |
1 Henry I of Castile (1204-1217) [529]. Born 14 Apr 1204. Died 6 Jun 1217.
2 Alfonso VIII of CASTILE ( - ) [533].
3 Eleanor PLANTAGENET ( - ) [530].
6 Henry II of ENGLAND ( - ) [531].
7 Eleanor of AQUITAINE ( - ) [532].
Henry ( - )
1 Henry Reed ( - ) [647].
3 Charlotte REED (1803- ) [646]. Born 1803, Taunton, S.
Hester ( - )
1 Hester ( - ) [835]. Marr Edward HARWOOD 21 Nov 1770, Sidcot.
Marriage date: 21 Nov 1770 - Witnesses: Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd) - Bride was a Quaker (parish of Bladon).
Jane (1783- )
1 Jane (1783- ) [709]. Born 1783, Kildale, North Yorkshire.
Jessica (1989- )
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| Mother: Gillian FOSTER, gilln_f | |
1 Jessica (1989- ) [306]. Born 28 Dec 1989. Died.
2 John AUGER ( - ) [108]. Born. Died.
3 Gillian FOSTER ( - ) [18]. Born. Died.
6 Ian FOSTER ( - ) [14]. Marr Pat NOALAN.
12 Frances Harold FOSTER 1 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
13 Ethel MICKLE 2 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
7 Pat NOALAN ( - ) [20]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 2 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
Joanna ( - )
1 Joanna ( - ) [1010].
2 Edward II 1 (1284-1327) [196]. Born 25 Apr 1284. Died 21 Sep 1327.
King of England EDWARD II Plantagenet was born on 25 Apr 1284 in Carnarvon Castle, Wales. He died on 21 Sep 1327 in England. The Cause of death was Murdered by wife. He was married to Queen of England ISABELLA France on 22 Jan 1307.
Queen of England ISABELLA France was born in 1292 in Paris, Seine, France. She died on 22 Aug 1358 in England. Children were:
i. King of England EDWARD III.
4 Edward 1 1 (1239-1307) [204]. Born 17 Jun 1239, Westminster, London, England. Marr MARGEURITE OF FRANCE 10 Sep 1299. Died 7 Jul 1307, Burgh-On-Sands, Cumberland, England.
He was buried on 28 Oct 1307 in Westminster, London, England. He was married to Queen of England, Castile ELEANOR in 1254.
Children were:
i. England Plantagenet JOAN was born in 1272 in Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. She died on 23 Apr 1307 in Clare, Suffolk, England.
ii. England MARGARET was born in 1275. She died in 1318.
iii. England Plantagenet ELIZABETH was born on 7 Aug 1282 in Rhuddlan Castle, Flint, WALES. She died on 5 May 1316 in Quendon, Essex, ENGLAND. She was buried on 23 May 1316 in Walden Abbey, Herts, England.
iv. King of England EDWARD II Plantagenet.
8 HENRY III (1207- ) [1008]. Born 1 Oct 1207, Winchester.
9 Eleanor of PROVENCE (1217- ) [1009]. Born 1217.
5 Eleanor OF CASTILLE 1 (1241-1290) [195]. Born 1241, Castile, Spain. Died 25 Nov 1290, Harby, Near Lincoln.
Eleanor of Castile was the first queen consort of Edward I of England. She was also Countess of Ponthieu in her own right from 1279 until her death in 1290, succeeding her mother and ruling together with her husband.
Edward married Eleanor at Las Huelgas in Spain (October 1254) and then traveled to Bordeaux to organize his scattered appanage.
Upon her death, Edward erected the famous Eleanor Crosses--several of which still stand--at each place where her coffin rested on its way to London. The best known are at Banbury and Charring (London).
10 Saint FERDINAND III (1199-1252) [454]. Born 5 Aug 1199. Marr Joan of DAMMARTIN. Died 30 May 1252.
King of Castile from 1217 and King of Galicia and León from 1230.
11 Joan of DAMMARTIN (1200?-1279) [455]. Born 1200 (app). Died 16 Mar 1279, Abbeville.
3 Isabella CAPET 1 (1292- ) [308]. Born 1292, Paris, France. Died.
Sources
| 1 | History books |
Lauren (1980- )
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| Mother: Gillian FOSTER, gilln_f | |
1 Lauren (1980- ) [305]. Born 1980. Died.
2 John AUGER ( - ) [108]. Born. Died.
3 Gillian FOSTER ( - ) [18]. Born. Died.
6 Ian FOSTER ( - ) [14]. Marr Pat NOALAN.
12 Frances Harold FOSTER 1 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
13 Ethel MICKLE 2 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
7 Pat NOALAN ( - ) [20]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 2 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
Lewis ( - )
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| Father: John TALBOT, 1453, age 67, Battle_of_Castillon | |
1 Lewis Talbot ( - ) [618].
Sir.
2 John TALBOT (1386?-1453) [617]. Born 1386 (app). Marr Margaret BEAUCHAMP 6 Sep 1425. Died 17 Jul 1453, Battle of Castillon near Bordeaux.
John Talbot, 1st Earl of Shrewsbury, 1st Earl of Waterford, 10th Baron Strange of Blackmere, 7th Baron Talbot and 6th Baron Furnivall "jure uxoris" (by right of his wife), known as "Old Talbot" was an important English military commander during the Hundred Years' War, as well as the only Lancastrian Constable of France.
He was appointed in 1445 by Henry VI (as king of France) as Constable of France. Taken hostage at Rouen in 1449 he promised never to wear armour against the French King again, and he was true to his word. He was defeated and killed in 1453 at the Battle of Castillon near Bordeaux, which effectively ended English rule in the duchy of Gascony, a principal cause of the Hundred Years' War. His heart was buried in the doorway of St Alkmund's Church, Whitchurch, Shropshire.
4 Richard TALBOT ( - ) [626].
5 Ankaret le STRANGE ( - ) [627].
3 Margaret BEAUCHAMP (1404-1468) [616]. Born 1404. Died 14 Jun 1468.
During the troubled years of the Wars of the Roses, the dispute frequently passed from litigation to actual violence. Lord Berkeley sacked Margaret's manor at Wotton-under-Edge in Gloucestershire, in return for which her son, the Viscount Lisle, stormed Berkeley Castle (1452) and took him prisoner. Margaret also succeeded in having Lord Berkeley's wife, Isabel Mowbray, committed to prison, where she died that year.
Her great-grandson John Dudley was created Earl of Warwick and subsequently Duke of Northumberland.
She is buried in St Faith under St Paul's at London.
6 Richard de BEAUCHAMP (1382-1439) [612]. Born 23 Jan 1382, Salwarpe in Worcestershire. Died 30 Apr 1439.
Was an English medieval nobleman and military commander.
He was made a Knight of the Garter in around 1405 and acquired quite a reputation for chivalry, and when in 1408 he went on pilgrimage to the Holy Land, he was challenged many times to fight in the sporting combat which was then popular. On the return trip he went through Russia and Eastern Europe, not returning to England until 1410.
12 Thomas de BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [613].
13 Margaret FERRERS ( - ) [614].
7 Elizabeth de BERKELEY (1386?-1422) [611]. Born 1386 (app). Died 28 Dec 1422.
14 Thomas de BERKELEY (1352?-1417) [607]. Born 1352 (app), Berkeley Castle, Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Died 13 Jul 1417.
15 Margaret de LISLE (1360-1392) [608]. Born 1360. Died 1392.
Lloyd (1748?-1816)
1 Lloyd Daubeny (1748?-1816) [689]. Born 1748 (app). Died 6 May 1816.
2 Lloyd DAUBENY (1718?-1754) [787]. Born 1718 (app). Christened 9 Nov 1718. Died 22 Dec 1754, St James, Bristol.
4 George DAUBENY (1687?-1741) [789]. Born 1687 (app). Christened 5 Jul 1687. Died Feb 1741.
8 Andrew DAUBENY (1653?-1734) [791]. Born 1653 (app). Christened 14 Apr 1653, Little Cheney, Dorset. Died 12 Sep 1734, Pulham, Dorset.
9 Sarah BLACKALL (1660?- ) [792]. Born 1660 (app). Christened 1660, Britnell, Oxon.
5 Jane LLOYD (1689?-1761) [790]. Born 1689 (app). Christened 1689, St James, Bristol. Died 15 Sep 1761, St James, Bristol.
3 Dulcibella SAXBURY (1722?-1787) [788]. Born 1722 (app). Christened 1772. Died 1787.
Mary (1857- )
1 Mary (1857- ) [551]. Born 1857, Liverpool. Marr Arthur BURNS 1884.
Mary (1850- )
1 Mary (1850- ) [496]. Born 1850, Conway, Caernarvonshire, Wales.
from 1881 census, lived at 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton.
Mary ( - )
1 Mary ( - ) [782]. Marr Henry SHIELD 12 May 1829, Portishead Quaker.
Marriage witnesses: Woolen drapers of George/Lydia. Dau of Henry/Mary - Portishead Friends Meeting House, 11 St Mary’s Road, Portishead, Bristol, BS20 6QP.
Mary ( - )
1 Mary ( - ) [1191].
Matilda (1865- )
1 Matilda (1865- ) [728]. Born 1865, Bryngun Radnorshire V.
Mimi ( - )
1 Mimi ( - ) [56]. Born. Died.
Muriel ( - )
1 Muriel ( - ) [997].
Orinthea ( - )
1 Orinthea ( - ) [717].
Pamela ( - )
1 Pamela DAVIS ( - ) [723].
2 Stephen DAVIS ( - ) [726]. Marr Ellen Gwendoline TRUMPER 1921.
3 Ellen Gwendoline TRUMPER (1898- ) [725]. Born 1898, Kington, Herefordshire.
6 Robert TRUMPER (1866- ) [727]. Born 1866, Eardisley Hereford.
In 1911 Census, lived at: The Green Eardisley Hereford.
7 Matilda (1865- ) [728]. Born 1865, Bryngun Radnorshire V.
Rachel ( - )
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| Mother: Suzanne FOSTER, suzn_f | |
1 Rachel ( - ) [307]. Born. Died.
2 Gary ( - ) [107]. Born. Died.
3 Suzanne FOSTER ( - ) [19]. Born. Died.
6 Ian FOSTER ( - ) [14]. Marr Pat NOALAN.
12 Frances Harold FOSTER 1 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
13 Ethel MICKLE 2 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
7 Pat NOALAN ( - ) [20]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 2 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
Richard (1941- )
1 Richard Gray (1941- ) [12]. Born 21 Dec 1941.
2 Bertram Allen GRAY (1892?-1981) [34]. Born 1892 (app), Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died 1981.
Bertram's first wife was Milly, mother of Edward (Ted) Gray, who was adopted by Avon James Gray and Mabel Wilson
Kings Norton
In 1911 census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath, Worcestershire - Apprentice.
4 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
8 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
9 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
5 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
10 James ALLEN (1822- ) [648]. Born 1822, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
11 Sarah ANN (Hadland?) (1826- ) [649]. Born 1826, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
3 Dorothy (Dolly) WILSON 1 (1902-1981) [35]. Born 19 Apr 1902, Kingsheath Birmingham. Died 12 Aug 1981, Birmingham.
Second wife of Bertram Allen Gray (first wife was Milly).
6 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
12 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
13 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
7 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
14 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
15 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Daughter - D B Gray |
unknown (1815?- )
1 unknown (1815?- ) [667]. Born 1815 (app). Marr Peter BERNSTEIN 1840, Poland.
Unknown ( - )
1 Unknown ( - ) [1169].
Xaviera ( - )
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| Mother: Michele HOPKINS, Michele | |
1 Xaviera ( - ) [304]. Born. Died.
2 Gary ?? ( - ) [276]. Born. Died.
3 Michele HOPKINS ( - ) [202]. Born. Died.
6 Eric J HOPKINS (1937- ) [200]. Born 1937, Dartford. Marr Daphne W ROGERS 1962, Sidcup, Kent. Died.
12 Henry HOPKINS (1904-1978) [199]. Born 10 Dec 1904. Marr Daisy SALISBURY 1933 (app), Dartford. Died 1978, Dover, Kent.
In 1911 census, lived at; 6 Shermanbury Place, Erith, Dartford, Kent.
13 Daisy SALISBURY (1899-1977) [198]. Born 17 Jun 1899, Manchester (Union Workhouse, Salford). Died 1977, Dover, Kent.
In 1911 census, was shown as Salisbury - age 6; Mother Mary Ellen married Thomas 2 years earlier (in 1909)
in 1901 census, Daisy Salisbury (born in Salford, Lancashire) and Harry Salisbury (born in Chester, Cheshire) are shown as Boarders with Robert and HarriettTurner, at 14, Harriet Street, Broughton, Lancashire.
7 Daphne W ROGERS (1940- ) [203]. Born 1940, Dartford. Died.
Yvette ( - )
1 Yvette ( - ) [478]. Born. Marr Richard LONDON. Died.
Yvette ( - )
1 Yvette ( - ) [524].
?? ?? ( - )
1 ?? ?? ( - ) [273]. Born. Died.
Esther ?? ( - )
1 Esther ?? ( - ) [98]. Born. Died.
Second wife of Avon Gray (his first wife was Valerie).
Gary ?? ( - )
1 Gary ?? ( - ) [276]. Born. Died.
Alice ??? ( -1781)
1 Alice ??? ( -1781) [381]. Born. Died 1781.
Andrew ??? ( - )
1 Andrew ??? ( - ) [247]. Born. Died.
2 Ken ??? ( - ) [245]. Born. Died.
3 Christine WILSON ( - ) [206]. Born. Died.
6 Clifford WILSON ( - ) [71]. Born. Died.
12 Gus WILSON (1887- ) [60]. Born 1887. Died.
13 Nellie FREEMAN ( - ) [70]. Born. Died.
7 Peggy ??? ( - ) [205].
Elizabeth ??? ( - )
1 Elizabeth ??? ( - ) [231]. Born. Died.
Enid ??? ( - )
1 Enid ??? ( - ) [228]. Born. Died.
Imray ??? ( - )
1 Imray ??? ( - ) [256]. Born. Died.
Jean ??? ( - )
1 Jean ??? ( - ) [221]. Born. Died.
Ken ??? ( - )
1 Ken ??? ( - ) [245]. Born. Died.
Milly ??? ( - )
1 Milly ??? ( - ) [93]. Born. Died.
First wife of Bertram Allen Gray.
Olivia ??? ( - )
1 Olivia ??? ( - ) [255]. Born. Died.
Peggy ??? ( - )
1 Peggy ??? ( - ) [205].
Sarah ??? ( - )
1 Sarah ?? ??? ( - ) [234]. Born. Died.
Susie ??? ( - )
1 Susie ??? ( - ) [246]. Born. Died.
2 Ken ??? ( - ) [245]. Born. Died.
3 Christine WILSON ( - ) [206]. Born. Died.
6 Clifford WILSON ( - ) [71]. Born. Died.
12 Gus WILSON (1887- ) [60]. Born 1887. Died.
13 Nellie FREEMAN ( - ) [70]. Born. Died.
7 Peggy ??? ( - ) [205].
Valerie ??? ( - )
1 Valerie ??? ( - ) [97]. Born. Died.
First wife of Avon Gray.
King Edward 1 Plantagenet (1239-1307)
1 Edward 1 1 (1239-1307) [204]. Born 17 Jun 1239, Westminster, London, England. Marr MARGEURITE OF FRANCE 10 Sep 1299. Died 7 Jul 1307, Burgh-On-Sands, Cumberland, England.
He was buried on 28 Oct 1307 in Westminster, London, England. He was married to Queen of England, Castile ELEANOR in 1254.
Children were:
i. England Plantagenet JOAN was born in 1272 in Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. She died on 23 Apr 1307 in Clare, Suffolk, England.
ii. England MARGARET was born in 1275. She died in 1318.
iii. England Plantagenet ELIZABETH was born on 7 Aug 1282 in Rhuddlan Castle, Flint, WALES. She died on 5 May 1316 in Quendon, Essex, ENGLAND. She was buried on 23 May 1316 in Walden Abbey, Herts, England.
iv. King of England EDWARD II Plantagenet.
2 HENRY III (1207- ) [1008]. Born 1 Oct 1207, Winchester.
3 Eleanor of PROVENCE (1217- ) [1009]. Born 1217.
Sources
| 1 | History books |
Joan ACRE Plantagenet (1272-1307)
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| Joan of ACRE, Joan of Acre | |
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| Mother: Eleanor OF CASTILLE, Eleonor of Castille | |
1 Joan of ACRE (1272-1307) [194]. Born Apr 1272, Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. Died 23 Apr 1307, Clare, Suffolk, England.
The daughter of King Edward I of England and Eleanor of Castile. The name "Acre" derives from her birthplace in the Holy Land while her parents were on a crusade.
She was married twice; her first husband was Gilbert de Clare, 7th Earl of Gloucester, one of the most powerful nobles in her father's kingdom; her second husband was Ralph de Monthermer, a squire in her household whom she married in secrecy.
Joan is most notable for the claim that miracles have allegedly taken place at her grave, and for the multiple references of her in literature.
2 Edward 1 1 (1239-1307) [204]. Born 17 Jun 1239, Westminster, London, England. Marr MARGEURITE OF FRANCE 10 Sep 1299. Died 7 Jul 1307, Burgh-On-Sands, Cumberland, England.
He was buried on 28 Oct 1307 in Westminster, London, England. He was married to Queen of England, Castile ELEANOR in 1254.
Children were:
i. England Plantagenet JOAN was born in 1272 in Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. She died on 23 Apr 1307 in Clare, Suffolk, England.
ii. England MARGARET was born in 1275. She died in 1318.
iii. England Plantagenet ELIZABETH was born on 7 Aug 1282 in Rhuddlan Castle, Flint, WALES. She died on 5 May 1316 in Quendon, Essex, ENGLAND. She was buried on 23 May 1316 in Walden Abbey, Herts, England.
iv. King of England EDWARD II Plantagenet.
4 HENRY III (1207- ) [1008]. Born 1 Oct 1207, Winchester.
5 Eleanor of PROVENCE (1217- ) [1009]. Born 1217.
3 Eleanor OF CASTILLE 1 (1241-1290) [195]. Born 1241, Castile, Spain. Died 25 Nov 1290, Harby, Near Lincoln.
Eleanor of Castile was the first queen consort of Edward I of England. She was also Countess of Ponthieu in her own right from 1279 until her death in 1290, succeeding her mother and ruling together with her husband.
Edward married Eleanor at Las Huelgas in Spain (October 1254) and then traveled to Bordeaux to organize his scattered appanage.
Upon her death, Edward erected the famous Eleanor Crosses--several of which still stand--at each place where her coffin rested on its way to London. The best known are at Banbury and Charring (London).
6 Saint FERDINAND III (1199-1252) [454]. Born 5 Aug 1199. Marr Joan of DAMMARTIN. Died 30 May 1252.
King of Castile from 1217 and King of Galicia and León from 1230.
12 Alfonso IX of LEÓN (1171-1230?) [597]. Born 15 Aug 1171. Died 23 Sep 1230 (app).
Was king of León and Galicia from the death of his father Ferdinand II in 1188 until his own death. According to Ibn Khaldun, he is said to have been called the Baboso or Slobberer because he was subject to fits of rage during which he foamed at the mouth.
13 Dońa BERENGUELA (1180-1246) [457]. Born 1180. Marr Alfonso IX FERNANDEZ 1197. Died 8 Nov 1246.
7 Joan of DAMMARTIN (1200?-1279) [455]. Born 1200 (app). Died 16 Mar 1279, Abbeville.
14 Simon of DAMMARTIN (1180-1239) [595]. Born 1180. Died 21 Sep 1239.
15 Marie of PONTHIEU (1199-1251) [596]. Born 17 Apr 1199. Died 1251.
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| 1 | History books |
Senny ALDAM (1885-1959)
1 Senny ALDAM (1885-1959) [661]. Born 1885, Liverpool. Marr Frederick William BERNSTEIN 10 Oct 1909, St. Alban Church, Bevington, Liverpool. Died 1959.
Emily ALLEN (1857- )
1 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Marr Avon GRAY 1885. Died.
2 James ALLEN (1822- ) [648]. Born 1822, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
3 Sarah ANN (Hadland?) (1826- ) [649]. Born 1826, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
James ALLEN (1822- )
1 James ALLEN (1822- ) [648]. Born 1822, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
Beatrice ANDREWS (1888-1967)
1 Beatrice May (Trixie) ANDREWS (1888-1967) [73]. Born 1888. Died 1967.
Sarah ANN (1826- )
1 Sarah ANN (Hadland?) (1826- ) [649]. Born 1826, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
Eleanor AQUITAINE ( - )
1 Eleanor of AQUITAINE ( - ) [532].
Jane ARUNDEL ( - )
1 Jane ARUNDEL ( - ) [895].
Elizabeth ARUNDELL (1693-1743)
1 Elizabeth ARUNDELL (1693-1743) [937]. Born 15 Sep 1693. Died 24 Jun 1743.
2 Henry ARUNDELL ( -1726) [935]. Marr Elizabeth PANTON Aug 1691. Died 9 Apr 1726.
4 Thomas ARUNDELL (1633- ) [933]. Born 1633.
8 Henry ARUNDELL (1607- ) [931]. Born 1607.
9 Cicely COMPTON ( - ) [932].
5 Margaret SPENCER ( - ) [934].
3 Elizabeth PANTON ( - ) [936].
Elizabeth ARUNDELL ( - )
1 Elizabeth ARUNDELL ( - ) [917].
2 Thomas ARUNDELL (1452-1485) [918]. Born 1452, Lanherne, Cornwall. Died 11 Oct 1485, Lanherne, Cornwall.
3 Catherine DINHAM (1453- ) [919]. Born 1453, Nutwell, Devon.
Henry ARUNDELL 5th Lord Wardour ( -1726)
1 Henry ARUNDELL ( -1726) [935]. Marr Elizabeth PANTON Aug 1691. Died 9 Apr 1726.
2 Thomas ARUNDELL (1633- ) [933]. Born 1633.
4 Henry ARUNDELL (1607- ) [931]. Born 1607.
8 Thomas ARUNDELL (1586-1643) [929]. Born 1586. Died 19 May 1643.
9 Blanche SOMERSET (1584- ) [930]. Born 1584.
5 Cicely COMPTON ( - ) [932].
3 Margaret SPENCER ( - ) [934].
Henry ARUNDELL 3rd Lord of Wardour (1607- )
1 Henry ARUNDELL (1607- ) [931]. Born 1607.
2 Thomas ARUNDELL (1586-1643) [929]. Born 1586. Died 19 May 1643.
4 Thomas ARUNDELL (1560-1639) [927]. Born 1560. Marr Maria WRIOTHESLEY 1583. Died 7 Nov 1639.
8 Matthew ARUNDELL ( - ) [925].
9 Margaret WILLOUGHBY ( - ) [926].
5 Maria WRIOTHESLEY ( - ) [928].
3 Blanche SOMERSET (1584- ) [930]. Born 1584.
John ARUNDELL Of Laherne (1474-1545)
1 John ARUNDELL (1474-1545) [920]. Born 1474, Lanherne, Cornwall. Marr Eleanor GREY 1499, Lanherne, Cornwall. Died 8 Feb 1545, Roscarrock, Cornwall.
2 Thomas ARUNDELL (1452-1485) [918]. Born 1452, Lanherne, Cornwall. Died 11 Oct 1485, Lanherne, Cornwall.
3 Catherine DINHAM (1453- ) [919]. Born 1453, Nutwell, Devon.
John ARUNDELL ( - )
1 John ARUNDELL ( - ) [923].
2 John ARUNDELL (1474-1545) [920]. Born 1474, Lanherne, Cornwall. Marr Eleanor GREY 1499, Lanherne, Cornwall. Died 8 Feb 1545, Roscarrock, Cornwall.
4 Thomas ARUNDELL (1452-1485) [918]. Born 1452, Lanherne, Cornwall. Died 11 Oct 1485, Lanherne, Cornwall.
5 Catherine DINHAM (1453- ) [919]. Born 1453, Nutwell, Devon.
3 Eleanor GREY (1481- ) [921]. Born 1481, Groby, Leics.
Matthew ARUNDELL ( - )
1 Matthew ARUNDELL ( - ) [925].
2 Thomas ARUNDELL (1502- ) [922]. Born 1502, Wardour, Wilts.
4 John ARUNDELL (1474-1545) [920]. Born 1474, Lanherne, Cornwall. Marr Eleanor GREY 1499, Lanherne, Cornwall. Died 8 Feb 1545, Roscarrock, Cornwall.
8 Thomas ARUNDELL (1452-1485) [918]. Born 1452, Lanherne, Cornwall. Died 11 Oct 1485, Lanherne, Cornwall.
9 Catherine DINHAM (1453- ) [919]. Born 1453, Nutwell, Devon.
5 Eleanor GREY (1481- ) [921]. Born 1481, Groby, Leics.
3 Margaret HOWARD (1512- ) [924]. Born 1512, Tisbury, Wilts.
Thomas ARUNDELL 4th Lord of Wardour (1633- )
1 Thomas ARUNDELL (1633- ) [933]. Born 1633.
2 Henry ARUNDELL (1607- ) [931]. Born 1607.
4 Thomas ARUNDELL (1586-1643) [929]. Born 1586. Died 19 May 1643.
8 Thomas ARUNDELL (1560-1639) [927]. Born 1560. Marr Maria WRIOTHESLEY 1583. Died 7 Nov 1639.
9 Maria WRIOTHESLEY ( - ) [928].
5 Blanche SOMERSET (1584- ) [930]. Born 1584.
3 Cicely COMPTON ( - ) [932].
Thomas ARUNDELL 2nd Lord of Wardour (1586-1643)
1 Thomas ARUNDELL (1586-1643) [929]. Born 1586. Died 19 May 1643.
2 Thomas ARUNDELL (1560-1639) [927]. Born 1560. Marr Maria WRIOTHESLEY 1583. Died 7 Nov 1639.
4 Matthew ARUNDELL ( - ) [925].
8 Thomas ARUNDELL (1502- ) [922]. Born 1502, Wardour, Wilts.
9 Margaret HOWARD (1512- ) [924]. Born 1512, Tisbury, Wilts.
5 Margaret WILLOUGHBY ( - ) [926].
3 Maria WRIOTHESLEY ( - ) [928].
Thomas ARUNDELL 1st Lord of Wardour (1560-1639)
1 Thomas ARUNDELL (1560-1639) [927]. Born 1560. Marr Maria WRIOTHESLEY 1583. Died 7 Nov 1639.
2 Matthew ARUNDELL ( - ) [925].
4 Thomas ARUNDELL (1502- ) [922]. Born 1502, Wardour, Wilts.
8 John ARUNDELL (1474-1545) [920]. Born 1474, Lanherne, Cornwall. Marr Eleanor GREY 1499, Lanherne, Cornwall. Died 8 Feb 1545, Roscarrock, Cornwall.
9 Eleanor GREY (1481- ) [921]. Born 1481, Groby, Leics.
5 Margaret HOWARD (1512- ) [924]. Born 1512, Tisbury, Wilts.
3 Margaret WILLOUGHBY ( - ) [926].
Thomas ARUNDELL (1502- )
1 Thomas ARUNDELL (1502- ) [922]. Born 1502, Wardour, Wilts.
2 John ARUNDELL (1474-1545) [920]. Born 1474, Lanherne, Cornwall. Marr Eleanor GREY 1499, Lanherne, Cornwall. Died 8 Feb 1545, Roscarrock, Cornwall.
4 Thomas ARUNDELL (1452-1485) [918]. Born 1452, Lanherne, Cornwall. Died 11 Oct 1485, Lanherne, Cornwall.
5 Catherine DINHAM (1453- ) [919]. Born 1453, Nutwell, Devon.
3 Eleanor GREY (1481- ) [921]. Born 1481, Groby, Leics.
Sir Thomas ARUNDELL (1452-1485)
1 Thomas ARUNDELL (1452-1485) [918]. Born 1452, Lanherne, Cornwall. Died 11 Oct 1485, Lanherne, Cornwall.
John ATREE (1783?-1822)
1 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
2 William ATTREE (1748?- ) [785]. Born 1748 (app). Christened 27 Dec 1748.
3 Mary SENDALL ( - ) [786].
Mary ATREE (1816-1870)
1 Mary Ann ATREE (1816-1870) [694]. Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Christened 2 Nov 1791. Born 1816. Marr William SHIELD 20 Aug 1843, Laughton street Chapel, Bedminster. Died 22 Jan 1870, Bristol, Gloucestershire, England.
In 1851 census, lived at: 24, Picton Street, St James And St Paul, Bristol.
2 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
4 William ATTREE (1748?- ) [785]. Born 1748 (app). Christened 27 Dec 1748.
5 Mary SENDALL ( - ) [786].
3 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
6 Lloyd Daubeny (1748?-1816) [689]. Born 1748 (app). Died 6 May 1816.
12 Lloyd DAUBENY (1718?-1754) [787]. Born 1718 (app). Christened 9 Nov 1718. Died 22 Dec 1754, St James, Bristol.
13 Dulcibella SAXBURY (1722?-1787) [788]. Born 1722 (app). Christened 1772. Died 1787.
7 Hannah Lee (1767?- ) [690]. Born 1767 (app). Christened 15 Mar 1767, Henbury.
14 William LEE ( -1809) [783]. Died 6 Aug 1809, Henbury.
15 Esther VEYSEY ( -1804) [784]. Died 25 May 1804, Henbury.
Sarah ATREE (1810-1897)
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| Sarah ATREE, Sarah atree | |
1 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Marr Edward WITHY 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
2 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
4 William ATTREE (1748?- ) [785]. Born 1748 (app). Christened 27 Dec 1748.
5 Mary SENDALL ( - ) [786].
3 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
6 Lloyd Daubeny (1748?-1816) [689]. Born 1748 (app). Died 6 May 1816.
12 Lloyd DAUBENY (1718?-1754) [787]. Born 1718 (app). Christened 9 Nov 1718. Died 22 Dec 1754, St James, Bristol.
13 Dulcibella SAXBURY (1722?-1787) [788]. Born 1722 (app). Christened 1772. Died 1787.
7 Hannah Lee (1767?- ) [690]. Born 1767 (app). Christened 15 Mar 1767, Henbury.
14 William LEE ( -1809) [783]. Died 6 Aug 1809, Henbury.
15 Esther VEYSEY ( -1804) [784]. Died 25 May 1804, Henbury.
James ATTREE (1813?-1815?)
1 James ATTREE (1813?-1815?) [808]. Born 1813 (app), Bristol, Gloucestershire, England. Died 1815 (app), St. Paul, Bristol, Gloucestershire, England.
2 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
4 William ATTREE (1748?- ) [785]. Born 1748 (app). Christened 27 Dec 1748.
5 Mary SENDALL ( - ) [786].
3 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
6 Lloyd Daubeny (1748?-1816) [689]. Born 1748 (app). Died 6 May 1816.
12 Lloyd DAUBENY (1718?-1754) [787]. Born 1718 (app). Christened 9 Nov 1718. Died 22 Dec 1754, St James, Bristol.
13 Dulcibella SAXBURY (1722?-1787) [788]. Born 1722 (app). Christened 1772. Died 1787.
7 Hannah Lee (1767?- ) [690]. Born 1767 (app). Christened 15 Mar 1767, Henbury.
14 William LEE ( -1809) [783]. Died 6 Aug 1809, Henbury.
15 Esther VEYSEY ( -1804) [784]. Died 25 May 1804, Henbury.
John ATTREE (1811-1812)
1 John Lloyd ATTREE (1811-1812) [807]. Born 25 Oct 1811, Bristol, Gloucestershire, England. Died Feb 1812, St Paul's, Bristol.
2 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
4 William ATTREE (1748?- ) [785]. Born 1748 (app). Christened 27 Dec 1748.
5 Mary SENDALL ( - ) [786].
3 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
6 Lloyd Daubeny (1748?-1816) [689]. Born 1748 (app). Died 6 May 1816.
12 Lloyd DAUBENY (1718?-1754) [787]. Born 1718 (app). Christened 9 Nov 1718. Died 22 Dec 1754, St James, Bristol.
13 Dulcibella SAXBURY (1722?-1787) [788]. Born 1722 (app). Christened 1772. Died 1787.
7 Hannah Lee (1767?- ) [690]. Born 1767 (app). Christened 15 Mar 1767, Henbury.
14 William LEE ( -1809) [783]. Died 6 Aug 1809, Henbury.
15 Esther VEYSEY ( -1804) [784]. Died 25 May 1804, Henbury.
William ATTREE (1748?- )
1 William ATTREE (1748?- ) [785]. Born 1748 (app). Christened 27 Dec 1748.
Jamie AUGER ( - )
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| Mother: Gillian FOSTER, gilln_f | |
1 Jamie AUGER ( - ) [293]. Born. Died.
2 John AUGER ( - ) [108]. Born. Died.
3 Gillian FOSTER ( - ) [18]. Born. Died.
6 Ian FOSTER ( - ) [14]. Marr Pat NOALAN.
12 Frances Harold FOSTER 1 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
13 Ethel MICKLE 2 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
7 Pat NOALAN ( - ) [20]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 2 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
John AUGER ( - )
1 John AUGER ( - ) [108]. Born. Died.
Jane BACKHOUSE (1827- )
1 Jane Eliza BACKHOUSE (1827- ) [1184]. Born 28 Jun 1827. Marr William SIMPSON 19 Aug 1862, Scarborough.
2 Joseph BACKHOUSE ( - ) [1185].
3 Mary Ann HOLMES, ( - ) [1186].
Joseph BACKHOUSE ( - )
1 Joseph BACKHOUSE ( - ) [1185].
Mary BAGNELL ( - )
1 Mary BAGNELL ( - ) [1204]. Born. Marr Andrew Patrick Withy MACLELLAN 2 Apr 1954.
Rachel BARNES ( - )
1 Rachel BARNES ( - ) [1131].
Elizabeth BARNHAM ( - )
1 Elizabeth BARNHAM ( - ) [944].
Andrea BARRETT ( - )
1 Andrea BARRETT ( - ) [40]. Born. Died.
Mary BARRON ( -1908)
1 Mary Ann BARRON 1 ( -1908) [396]. Born. Marr Edward STANKLEY. Died 25 Sep 1908.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Aliva BASSET ( - )
1 Aliva BASSET ( - ) [577].
2 Philip BASSET (1185-1271) [578]. Born 1185. Died 19 Oct 1271.
4 Alan BASSETT (1162-1233) [579]. Born 1162. Marr Aliva DE GAI 1183. Died 1233.
5 Aliva DE GAI (1166- ) [580]. Born 1166.
10 Philip DE GAI (1143- ) [991]. Born 1143, Wooton Bassett.
11 Sedzilia DE BERKELEY (1145- ) [992]. Born 1145, Berkeley Castle, Gloucs.
3 Hawise DE LOUVAINE ( - ) [990].
6 Matthew DE LOUVAINE ( - ) [996].
7 Muriel ( - ) [997].
Sir Philip BASSET (1185-1271)
1 Philip BASSET (1185-1271) [578]. Born 1185. Died 19 Oct 1271.
2 Alan BASSETT (1162-1233) [579]. Born 1162. Marr Aliva DE GAI 1183. Died 1233.
3 Aliva DE GAI (1166- ) [580]. Born 1166.
6 Philip DE GAI (1143- ) [991]. Born 1143, Wooton Bassett.
7 Sedzilia DE BERKELEY (1145- ) [992]. Born 1145, Berkeley Castle, Gloucs.
Alan BASSETT Lord of Wycombe (1162-1233)
1 Alan BASSETT (1162-1233) [579]. Born 1162. Marr Aliva DE GAI 1183. Died 1233.
Aline BASSETT (1191- )
1 Aline BASSETT (1191- ) [993]. Born 1191, Wycombe.
2 Alan BASSETT (1162-1233) [579]. Born 1162. Marr Aliva DE GAI 1183. Died 1233.
3 Aliva DE GAI (1166- ) [580]. Born 1166.
6 Philip DE GAI (1143- ) [991]. Born 1143, Wooton Bassett.
7 Sedzilia DE BERKELEY (1145- ) [992]. Born 1145, Berkeley Castle, Gloucs.
Aliva BASSETT ( - )
1 Aliva BASSETT ( - ) [1005].
Gilbert BASSETT (1194- )
1 Gilbert BASSETT (1194- ) [995]. Born 1194, Wycombe.
2 Alan BASSETT (1162-1233) [579]. Born 1162. Marr Aliva DE GAI 1183. Died 1233.
3 Aliva DE GAI (1166- ) [580]. Born 1166.
6 Philip DE GAI (1143- ) [991]. Born 1143, Wooton Bassett.
7 Sedzilia DE BERKELEY (1145- ) [992]. Born 1145, Berkeley Castle, Gloucs.
Katherine BASSETT (1199- )
1 Katherine BASSETT (1199- ) [994]. Born 1199, Wycombe.
2 Alan BASSETT (1162-1233) [579]. Born 1162. Marr Aliva DE GAI 1183. Died 1233.
3 Aliva DE GAI (1166- ) [580]. Born 1166.
6 Philip DE GAI (1143- ) [991]. Born 1143, Wooton Bassett.
7 Sedzilia DE BERKELEY (1145- ) [992]. Born 1145, Berkeley Castle, Gloucs.
Eleanor BEAUCHAMP ( - )
1 Eleanor BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [628].
2 Richard de BEAUCHAMP (1382-1439) [612]. Born 23 Jan 1382, Salwarpe in Worcestershire. Died 30 Apr 1439.
Was an English medieval nobleman and military commander.
He was made a Knight of the Garter in around 1405 and acquired quite a reputation for chivalry, and when in 1408 he went on pilgrimage to the Holy Land, he was challenged many times to fight in the sporting combat which was then popular. On the return trip he went through Russia and Eastern Europe, not returning to England until 1410.
4 Thomas de BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [613].
5 Margaret FERRERS ( - ) [614].
10 William FERRERS ( - ) [615].
3 Elizabeth de BERKELEY (1386?-1422) [611]. Born 1386 (app). Died 28 Dec 1422.
6 Thomas de BERKELEY (1352?-1417) [607]. Born 1352 (app), Berkeley Castle, Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Died 13 Jul 1417.
12 Sir Maurice BERKELEY (1330?-1368) [189]. Born 1330 (app), Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Marr Elizabeth LE DESPENSER Aug 1338. Died 8 Jun 1368.
Sir Maurice de Berkeley, 4th Baron Berkeley the Valiant was an English peer.
13 Elizabeth LE DESPENSER (1327?-1389) [190]. Born 1327 (app). Died 13 Jul 1389.
7 Margaret de LISLE (1360-1392) [608]. Born 1360. Died 1392.
14 Warine de LISLE ( - ) [609].
15 Margaret PIPARD ( - ) [610].
Elizabeth BEAUCHAMP ( - )
1 Elizabeth BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [629].
2 Richard de BEAUCHAMP (1382-1439) [612]. Born 23 Jan 1382, Salwarpe in Worcestershire. Died 30 Apr 1439.
Was an English medieval nobleman and military commander.
He was made a Knight of the Garter in around 1405 and acquired quite a reputation for chivalry, and when in 1408 he went on pilgrimage to the Holy Land, he was challenged many times to fight in the sporting combat which was then popular. On the return trip he went through Russia and Eastern Europe, not returning to England until 1410.
4 Thomas de BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [613].
5 Margaret FERRERS ( - ) [614].
10 William FERRERS ( - ) [615].
3 Elizabeth de BERKELEY (1386?-1422) [611]. Born 1386 (app). Died 28 Dec 1422.
6 Thomas de BERKELEY (1352?-1417) [607]. Born 1352 (app), Berkeley Castle, Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Died 13 Jul 1417.
12 Sir Maurice BERKELEY (1330?-1368) [189]. Born 1330 (app), Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Marr Elizabeth LE DESPENSER Aug 1338. Died 8 Jun 1368.
Sir Maurice de Berkeley, 4th Baron Berkeley the Valiant was an English peer.
13 Elizabeth LE DESPENSER (1327?-1389) [190]. Born 1327 (app). Died 13 Jul 1389.
7 Margaret de LISLE (1360-1392) [608]. Born 1360. Died 1392.
14 Warine de LISLE ( - ) [609].
15 Margaret PIPARD ( - ) [610].
Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - )
1 Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [581].
2 William de BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [582].
3 Maud FITZJOHN ( -1301?) [583]. Died 16 Apr 1301 (app).
6 John FITZGEOFFREY (1205?-1258) [584]. Born 1205 (app), Shere, Surrey, England. Died 23 Nov 1258.
12 Geoffrey Fitz PETER (1162-1213) [585]. Born 1162. Died 1213.
13 Aveline de CLARE ( - ) [587].
Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - )
1 Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [1025].
Margaret BEAUCHAMP (1404-1468)
1 Margaret BEAUCHAMP (1404-1468) [616]. Born 1404. Marr John TALBOT 6 Sep 1425. Died 14 Jun 1468.
During the troubled years of the Wars of the Roses, the dispute frequently passed from litigation to actual violence. Lord Berkeley sacked Margaret's manor at Wotton-under-Edge in Gloucestershire, in return for which her son, the Viscount Lisle, stormed Berkeley Castle (1452) and took him prisoner. Margaret also succeeded in having Lord Berkeley's wife, Isabel Mowbray, committed to prison, where she died that year.
Her great-grandson John Dudley was created Earl of Warwick and subsequently Duke of Northumberland.
She is buried in St Faith under St Paul's at London.
2 Richard de BEAUCHAMP (1382-1439) [612]. Born 23 Jan 1382, Salwarpe in Worcestershire. Died 30 Apr 1439.
Was an English medieval nobleman and military commander.
He was made a Knight of the Garter in around 1405 and acquired quite a reputation for chivalry, and when in 1408 he went on pilgrimage to the Holy Land, he was challenged many times to fight in the sporting combat which was then popular. On the return trip he went through Russia and Eastern Europe, not returning to England until 1410.
4 Thomas de BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [613].
5 Margaret FERRERS ( - ) [614].
10 William FERRERS ( - ) [615].
3 Elizabeth de BERKELEY (1386?-1422) [611]. Born 1386 (app). Died 28 Dec 1422.
6 Thomas de BERKELEY (1352?-1417) [607]. Born 1352 (app), Berkeley Castle, Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Died 13 Jul 1417.
12 Sir Maurice BERKELEY (1330?-1368) [189]. Born 1330 (app), Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Marr Elizabeth LE DESPENSER Aug 1338. Died 8 Jun 1368.
Sir Maurice de Berkeley, 4th Baron Berkeley the Valiant was an English peer.
13 Elizabeth LE DESPENSER (1327?-1389) [190]. Born 1327 (app). Died 13 Jul 1389.
7 Margaret de LISLE (1360-1392) [608]. Born 1360. Died 1392.
14 Warine de LISLE ( - ) [609].
15 Margaret PIPARD ( - ) [610].
Richard BEAUCHAMP (1382-1439)
1 Richard de BEAUCHAMP (1382-1439) [612]. Born 23 Jan 1382, Salwarpe in Worcestershire. Died 30 Apr 1439.
Was an English medieval nobleman and military commander.
He was made a Knight of the Garter in around 1405 and acquired quite a reputation for chivalry, and when in 1408 he went on pilgrimage to the Holy Land, he was challenged many times to fight in the sporting combat which was then popular. On the return trip he went through Russia and Eastern Europe, not returning to England until 1410.
2 Thomas de BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [613].
3 Margaret FERRERS ( - ) [614].
6 William FERRERS ( - ) [615].
Thomas BEAUCHAMP ( - )
1 Thomas de BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [613].
William BEAUCHAMP ( - )
1 William de BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [582].
Edmund BEAUFORT ( - )
1 Edmund BEAUFORT ( - ) [633].
Eileen BELT ( - )
1 Eileen BELT ( - ) [266]. Born. Died.
2 Jack BELT ( - ) [264]. Born. Died.
3 Ethel Grace (Tuck) GRAY (1896- ) [265]. Born 1896, Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died.
6 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
12 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
13 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
7 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
14 James ALLEN (1822- ) [648]. Born 1822, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
15 Sarah ANN (Hadland?) (1826- ) [649]. Born 1826, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
Jack BELT ( - )
1 Jack BELT ( - ) [264]. Born. Died.
John BELT ( - )
1 John BELT ( - ) [267]. Born. Died.
2 Jack BELT ( - ) [264]. Born. Died.
3 Ethel Grace (Tuck) GRAY (1896- ) [265]. Born 1896, Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died.
6 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
12 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
13 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
7 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
14 James ALLEN (1822- ) [648]. Born 1822, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
15 Sarah ANN (Hadland?) (1826- ) [649]. Born 1826, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
Dońa BERENGUELA (1180-1246)
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1 Dońa BERENGUELA (1180-1246) [457]. Born 1180. Marr Alfonso IX FERNANDEZ 1197. Died 8 Nov 1246.
2 Alfonso VIII of CASTILE ( - ) [533].
3 Eleanor PLANTAGENET ( - ) [530].
6 Henry II of ENGLAND ( - ) [531].
7 Eleanor of AQUITAINE ( - ) [532].
Agnes BERKELEY (1363- )
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1 Agnes de BERKELEY (1363- ) [604]. Born 1363.
2 Sir Maurice BERKELEY (1330?-1368) [189]. Born 1330 (app), Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Marr Elizabeth LE DESPENSER Aug 1338. Died 8 Jun 1368.
Sir Maurice de Berkeley, 4th Baron Berkeley the Valiant was an English peer.
4 Thomas BERKELEY (1296-1361) [599]. Born 1296. Died 27 Oct 1361.
8 Maurice DE BERKELEY 2nd Lord BERKELEY ( - ) [864].
9 Eve LA ZOUCHE ( - ) [865].
5 Lady Margaret MORTIMER ( - ) [600].
3 Elizabeth LE DESPENSER (1327?-1389) [190]. Born 1327 (app). Died 13 Jul 1389.
6 Hugh LE DISPENSER (1286-1326) [191]. Born 1286. Died 24 Nov 1326.
In May 1306 Hugh was knighted
Hanged
. Sometimes referred to as "the Elder Despenser", was for a time the chief adviser to King Edward II of England.
12 Hugh le DESPENSER (1260-1326) [575]. Born 1 Mar 1260. Died 27 Oct 1326.
He was created a baron by writ of summons to Parliament in 1295. Despenser became Edward's loyal servant and chief administrator after Gaveston was executed in 1312, but the jealousy of other barons - and, more importantly, his own corruption and unjust behaviour - led to his being exiled along with his son Hugh Despenser the younger in 1321, when Edmund de Woodstoke replaced him as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports.
13 Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [581].
7 Eleanor DE CLARE (1292-1337) [192]. Born 3 Oct 1292, Caerphilly in Glamorgan, Wales. Died 30 Jun 1337.
14 Gilbert DE CLARE (1243-1295) [193]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295, Monmouth Castle.
Also known as "Red" Gilbert de Clare, probably because of his hair colour.
15 Joan of ACRE (1272-1307) [194]. Born Apr 1272, Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. Died 23 Apr 1307, Clare, Suffolk, England.
The daughter of King Edward I of England and Eleanor of Castile. The name "Acre" derives from her birthplace in the Holy Land while her parents were on a crusade.
She was married twice; her first husband was Gilbert de Clare, 7th Earl of Gloucester, one of the most powerful nobles in her father's kingdom; her second husband was Ralph de Monthermer, a squire in her household whom she married in secrecy.
Joan is most notable for the claim that miracles have allegedly taken place at her grave, and for the multiple references of her in literature.
Catherine BERKELEY (1360- )
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1 Catherine de BERKELEY (1360- ) [603]. Born 1360.
2 Sir Maurice BERKELEY (1330?-1368) [189]. Born 1330 (app), Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Marr Elizabeth LE DESPENSER Aug 1338. Died 8 Jun 1368.
Sir Maurice de Berkeley, 4th Baron Berkeley the Valiant was an English peer.
4 Thomas BERKELEY (1296-1361) [599]. Born 1296. Died 27 Oct 1361.
8 Maurice DE BERKELEY 2nd Lord BERKELEY ( - ) [864].
9 Eve LA ZOUCHE ( - ) [865].
5 Lady Margaret MORTIMER ( - ) [600].
3 Elizabeth LE DESPENSER (1327?-1389) [190]. Born 1327 (app). Died 13 Jul 1389.
6 Hugh LE DISPENSER (1286-1326) [191]. Born 1286. Died 24 Nov 1326.
In May 1306 Hugh was knighted
Hanged
. Sometimes referred to as "the Elder Despenser", was for a time the chief adviser to King Edward II of England.
12 Hugh le DESPENSER (1260-1326) [575]. Born 1 Mar 1260. Died 27 Oct 1326.
He was created a baron by writ of summons to Parliament in 1295. Despenser became Edward's loyal servant and chief administrator after Gaveston was executed in 1312, but the jealousy of other barons - and, more importantly, his own corruption and unjust behaviour - led to his being exiled along with his son Hugh Despenser the younger in 1321, when Edmund de Woodstoke replaced him as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports.
13 Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [581].
7 Eleanor DE CLARE (1292-1337) [192]. Born 3 Oct 1292, Caerphilly in Glamorgan, Wales. Died 30 Jun 1337.
14 Gilbert DE CLARE (1243-1295) [193]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295, Monmouth Castle.
Also known as "Red" Gilbert de Clare, probably because of his hair colour.
15 Joan of ACRE (1272-1307) [194]. Born Apr 1272, Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. Died 23 Apr 1307, Clare, Suffolk, England.
The daughter of King Edward I of England and Eleanor of Castile. The name "Acre" derives from her birthplace in the Holy Land while her parents were on a crusade.
She was married twice; her first husband was Gilbert de Clare, 7th Earl of Gloucester, one of the most powerful nobles in her father's kingdom; her second husband was Ralph de Monthermer, a squire in her household whom she married in secrecy.
Joan is most notable for the claim that miracles have allegedly taken place at her grave, and for the multiple references of her in literature.
Elizabeth BERKELEY (1386?-1422)
1 Elizabeth de BERKELEY (1386?-1422) [611]. Born 1386 (app). Died 28 Dec 1422.
2 Thomas de BERKELEY (1352?-1417) [607]. Born 1352 (app), Berkeley Castle, Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Died 13 Jul 1417.
4 Sir Maurice BERKELEY (1330?-1368) [189]. Born 1330 (app), Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Marr Elizabeth LE DESPENSER Aug 1338. Died 8 Jun 1368.
Sir Maurice de Berkeley, 4th Baron Berkeley the Valiant was an English peer.
8 Thomas BERKELEY (1296-1361) [599]. Born 1296. Died 27 Oct 1361.
9 Lady Margaret MORTIMER ( - ) [600].
5 Elizabeth LE DESPENSER (1327?-1389) [190]. Born 1327 (app). Died 13 Jul 1389.
10 Hugh LE DISPENSER (1286-1326) [191]. Born 1286. Died 24 Nov 1326.
In May 1306 Hugh was knighted
Hanged
. Sometimes referred to as "the Elder Despenser", was for a time the chief adviser to King Edward II of England.
11 Eleanor DE CLARE (1292-1337) [192]. Born 3 Oct 1292, Caerphilly in Glamorgan, Wales. Died 30 Jun 1337.
3 Margaret de LISLE (1360-1392) [608]. Born 1360. Died 1392.
6 Warine de LISLE ( - ) [609].
7 Margaret PIPARD ( - ) [610].
Elizabeth BERKELEY (1365- )
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1 Elizabeth de BERKELEY (1365- ) [605]. Born 1365.
2 Sir Maurice BERKELEY (1330?-1368) [189]. Born 1330 (app), Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Marr Elizabeth LE DESPENSER Aug 1338. Died 8 Jun 1368.
Sir Maurice de Berkeley, 4th Baron Berkeley the Valiant was an English peer.
4 Thomas BERKELEY (1296-1361) [599]. Born 1296. Died 27 Oct 1361.
8 Maurice DE BERKELEY 2nd Lord BERKELEY ( - ) [864].
9 Eve LA ZOUCHE ( - ) [865].
5 Lady Margaret MORTIMER ( - ) [600].
3 Elizabeth LE DESPENSER (1327?-1389) [190]. Born 1327 (app). Died 13 Jul 1389.
6 Hugh LE DISPENSER (1286-1326) [191]. Born 1286. Died 24 Nov 1326.
In May 1306 Hugh was knighted
Hanged
. Sometimes referred to as "the Elder Despenser", was for a time the chief adviser to King Edward II of England.
12 Hugh le DESPENSER (1260-1326) [575]. Born 1 Mar 1260. Died 27 Oct 1326.
He was created a baron by writ of summons to Parliament in 1295. Despenser became Edward's loyal servant and chief administrator after Gaveston was executed in 1312, but the jealousy of other barons - and, more importantly, his own corruption and unjust behaviour - led to his being exiled along with his son Hugh Despenser the younger in 1321, when Edmund de Woodstoke replaced him as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports.
13 Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [581].
7 Eleanor DE CLARE (1292-1337) [192]. Born 3 Oct 1292, Caerphilly in Glamorgan, Wales. Died 30 Jun 1337.
14 Gilbert DE CLARE (1243-1295) [193]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295, Monmouth Castle.
Also known as "Red" Gilbert de Clare, probably because of his hair colour.
15 Joan of ACRE (1272-1307) [194]. Born Apr 1272, Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. Died 23 Apr 1307, Clare, Suffolk, England.
The daughter of King Edward I of England and Eleanor of Castile. The name "Acre" derives from her birthplace in the Holy Land while her parents were on a crusade.
She was married twice; her first husband was Gilbert de Clare, 7th Earl of Gloucester, one of the most powerful nobles in her father's kingdom; her second husband was Ralph de Monthermer, a squire in her household whom she married in secrecy.
Joan is most notable for the claim that miracles have allegedly taken place at her grave, and for the multiple references of her in literature.
Isabel BERKELEY ( - )
1 Isabel DE BERKELEY ( - ) [868].
2 Maurice DE BERKELEY 2nd Lord BERKELEY ( - ) [864].
4 Thomas DE BERKELEY ( - ) [866].
5 Joan FERRERS ( - ) [867].
3 Eve LA ZOUCHE ( - ) [865].
James BERKELEY (1355-1405)
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1 James De BERKELEY (1355-1405) [187]. Born 1355. Died 13 Jun 1405.
2 Sir Maurice BERKELEY (1330?-1368) [189]. Born 1330 (app), Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Marr Elizabeth LE DESPENSER Aug 1338. Died 8 Jun 1368.
Sir Maurice de Berkeley, 4th Baron Berkeley the Valiant was an English peer.
4 Thomas BERKELEY (1296-1361) [599]. Born 1296. Died 27 Oct 1361.
8 Maurice DE BERKELEY 2nd Lord BERKELEY ( - ) [864].
9 Eve LA ZOUCHE ( - ) [865].
5 Lady Margaret MORTIMER ( - ) [600].
3 Elizabeth LE DESPENSER (1327?-1389) [190]. Born 1327 (app). Died 13 Jul 1389.
6 Hugh LE DISPENSER (1286-1326) [191]. Born 1286. Died 24 Nov 1326.
In May 1306 Hugh was knighted
Hanged
. Sometimes referred to as "the Elder Despenser", was for a time the chief adviser to King Edward II of England.
12 Hugh le DESPENSER (1260-1326) [575]. Born 1 Mar 1260. Died 27 Oct 1326.
He was created a baron by writ of summons to Parliament in 1295. Despenser became Edward's loyal servant and chief administrator after Gaveston was executed in 1312, but the jealousy of other barons - and, more importantly, his own corruption and unjust behaviour - led to his being exiled along with his son Hugh Despenser the younger in 1321, when Edmund de Woodstoke replaced him as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports.
13 Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [581].
7 Eleanor DE CLARE (1292-1337) [192]. Born 3 Oct 1292, Caerphilly in Glamorgan, Wales. Died 30 Jun 1337.
14 Gilbert DE CLARE (1243-1295) [193]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295, Monmouth Castle.
Also known as "Red" Gilbert de Clare, probably because of his hair colour.
15 Joan of ACRE (1272-1307) [194]. Born Apr 1272, Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. Died 23 Apr 1307, Clare, Suffolk, England.
The daughter of King Edward I of England and Eleanor of Castile. The name "Acre" derives from her birthplace in the Holy Land while her parents were on a crusade.
She was married twice; her first husband was Gilbert de Clare, 7th Earl of Gloucester, one of the most powerful nobles in her father's kingdom; her second husband was Ralph de Monthermer, a squire in her household whom she married in secrecy.
Joan is most notable for the claim that miracles have allegedly taken place at her grave, and for the multiple references of her in literature.
John BERKELEY (1357-1381)
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1 John de BERKELEY (1357-1381) [601]. Born 1357. Died 1381.
2 Sir Maurice BERKELEY (1330?-1368) [189]. Born 1330 (app), Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Marr Elizabeth LE DESPENSER Aug 1338. Died 8 Jun 1368.
Sir Maurice de Berkeley, 4th Baron Berkeley the Valiant was an English peer.
4 Thomas BERKELEY (1296-1361) [599]. Born 1296. Died 27 Oct 1361.
8 Maurice DE BERKELEY 2nd Lord BERKELEY ( - ) [864].
9 Eve LA ZOUCHE ( - ) [865].
5 Lady Margaret MORTIMER ( - ) [600].
3 Elizabeth LE DESPENSER (1327?-1389) [190]. Born 1327 (app). Died 13 Jul 1389.
6 Hugh LE DISPENSER (1286-1326) [191]. Born 1286. Died 24 Nov 1326.
In May 1306 Hugh was knighted
Hanged
. Sometimes referred to as "the Elder Despenser", was for a time the chief adviser to King Edward II of England.
12 Hugh le DESPENSER (1260-1326) [575]. Born 1 Mar 1260. Died 27 Oct 1326.
He was created a baron by writ of summons to Parliament in 1295. Despenser became Edward's loyal servant and chief administrator after Gaveston was executed in 1312, but the jealousy of other barons - and, more importantly, his own corruption and unjust behaviour - led to his being exiled along with his son Hugh Despenser the younger in 1321, when Edmund de Woodstoke replaced him as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports.
13 Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [581].
7 Eleanor DE CLARE (1292-1337) [192]. Born 3 Oct 1292, Caerphilly in Glamorgan, Wales. Died 30 Jun 1337.
14 Gilbert DE CLARE (1243-1295) [193]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295, Monmouth Castle.
Also known as "Red" Gilbert de Clare, probably because of his hair colour.
15 Joan of ACRE (1272-1307) [194]. Born Apr 1272, Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. Died 23 Apr 1307, Clare, Suffolk, England.
The daughter of King Edward I of England and Eleanor of Castile. The name "Acre" derives from her birthplace in the Holy Land while her parents were on a crusade.
She was married twice; her first husband was Gilbert de Clare, 7th Earl of Gloucester, one of the most powerful nobles in her father's kingdom; her second husband was Ralph de Monthermer, a squire in her household whom she married in secrecy.
Joan is most notable for the claim that miracles have allegedly taken place at her grave, and for the multiple references of her in literature.
Mary BERKELEY (1480?- )
1 Mary BERKELEY (1480?- ) [180]. Born 1480 (app). Died.
2 James BERKELEY (OF THORNBURY) (1466?-1515) [181]. Born 1466 (app). Died 1515.
4 Maurice De BERKELEY (SIR) (1436?-1506?) [183]. Born 1436 (app). Died 1506 (app).
8 James De BERKELEY (SIR) (1394?-1463) [185]. Born 1394 (app). Died 1463.
9 Isobel MOWBRAY (FARRON ?) ( - ) [186]. Born. Died.
5 Isobel MEAD ( -1517) [184]. Born. Died 1517.
( daughter of Sir Philip Mead of Bristol).
3 Susan FITZALAN (WADDELL?) ( - ) [182]. Born. Died.
Maurice BERKELEY (1358- )
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1 Maurice de BERKELEY (1358- ) [602]. Born 1358.
2 Sir Maurice BERKELEY (1330?-1368) [189]. Born 1330 (app), Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Marr Elizabeth LE DESPENSER Aug 1338. Died 8 Jun 1368.
Sir Maurice de Berkeley, 4th Baron Berkeley the Valiant was an English peer.
4 Thomas BERKELEY (1296-1361) [599]. Born 1296. Died 27 Oct 1361.
8 Maurice DE BERKELEY 2nd Lord BERKELEY ( - ) [864].
9 Eve LA ZOUCHE ( - ) [865].
5 Lady Margaret MORTIMER ( - ) [600].
3 Elizabeth LE DESPENSER (1327?-1389) [190]. Born 1327 (app). Died 13 Jul 1389.
6 Hugh LE DISPENSER (1286-1326) [191]. Born 1286. Died 24 Nov 1326.
In May 1306 Hugh was knighted
Hanged
. Sometimes referred to as "the Elder Despenser", was for a time the chief adviser to King Edward II of England.
12 Hugh le DESPENSER (1260-1326) [575]. Born 1 Mar 1260. Died 27 Oct 1326.
He was created a baron by writ of summons to Parliament in 1295. Despenser became Edward's loyal servant and chief administrator after Gaveston was executed in 1312, but the jealousy of other barons - and, more importantly, his own corruption and unjust behaviour - led to his being exiled along with his son Hugh Despenser the younger in 1321, when Edmund de Woodstoke replaced him as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports.
13 Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [581].
7 Eleanor DE CLARE (1292-1337) [192]. Born 3 Oct 1292, Caerphilly in Glamorgan, Wales. Died 30 Jun 1337.
14 Gilbert DE CLARE (1243-1295) [193]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295, Monmouth Castle.
Also known as "Red" Gilbert de Clare, probably because of his hair colour.
15 Joan of ACRE (1272-1307) [194]. Born Apr 1272, Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. Died 23 Apr 1307, Clare, Suffolk, England.
The daughter of King Edward I of England and Eleanor of Castile. The name "Acre" derives from her birthplace in the Holy Land while her parents were on a crusade.
She was married twice; her first husband was Gilbert de Clare, 7th Earl of Gloucester, one of the most powerful nobles in her father's kingdom; her second husband was Ralph de Monthermer, a squire in her household whom she married in secrecy.
Joan is most notable for the claim that miracles have allegedly taken place at her grave, and for the multiple references of her in literature.
Maurice BERKELEY ( - )
1 Maurice DE BERKELEY 2nd Lord BERKELEY ( - ) [864].
2 Thomas DE BERKELEY ( - ) [866].
3 Joan FERRERS ( - ) [867].
Millicent BERKELEY ( - )
1 Millicent DE BERKELEY ( - ) [869].
2 Maurice DE BERKELEY 2nd Lord BERKELEY ( - ) [864].
4 Thomas DE BERKELEY ( - ) [866].
5 Joan FERRERS ( - ) [867].
3 Eve LA ZOUCHE ( - ) [865].
Sedzilia BERKELEY (1145- )
1 Sedzilia DE BERKELEY (1145- ) [992]. Born 1145, Berkeley Castle, Gloucs.
Sir BERKELEY (1330?-1368)
1 Sir Maurice BERKELEY (1330?-1368) [189]. Born 1330 (app), Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Marr Elizabeth LE DESPENSER Aug 1338. Died 8 Jun 1368.
Sir Maurice de Berkeley, 4th Baron Berkeley the Valiant was an English peer.
2 Thomas BERKELEY (1296-1361) [599]. Born 1296. Died 27 Oct 1361.
4 Maurice DE BERKELEY 2nd Lord BERKELEY ( - ) [864].
8 Thomas DE BERKELEY ( - ) [866].
9 Joan FERRERS ( - ) [867].
5 Eve LA ZOUCHE ( - ) [865].
3 Lady Margaret MORTIMER ( - ) [600].
Thomas BERKELEY (1296-1361)
1 Thomas BERKELEY (1296-1361) [599]. Born 1296. Died 27 Oct 1361.
2 Maurice DE BERKELEY 2nd Lord BERKELEY ( - ) [864].
4 Thomas DE BERKELEY ( - ) [866].
5 Joan FERRERS ( - ) [867].
3 Eve LA ZOUCHE ( - ) [865].
Thomas BERKELEY (1352?-1417)
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| Mother: Elizabeth LE DESPENSER, 1845, age 518, Elizabeth le Despenser | |
1 Thomas de BERKELEY (1352?-1417) [607]. Born 1352 (app), Berkeley Castle, Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Died 13 Jul 1417.
2 Sir Maurice BERKELEY (1330?-1368) [189]. Born 1330 (app), Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Marr Elizabeth LE DESPENSER Aug 1338. Died 8 Jun 1368.
Sir Maurice de Berkeley, 4th Baron Berkeley the Valiant was an English peer.
4 Thomas BERKELEY (1296-1361) [599]. Born 1296. Died 27 Oct 1361.
8 Maurice DE BERKELEY 2nd Lord BERKELEY ( - ) [864].
9 Eve LA ZOUCHE ( - ) [865].
5 Lady Margaret MORTIMER ( - ) [600].
3 Elizabeth LE DESPENSER (1327?-1389) [190]. Born 1327 (app). Died 13 Jul 1389.
6 Hugh LE DISPENSER (1286-1326) [191]. Born 1286. Died 24 Nov 1326.
In May 1306 Hugh was knighted
Hanged
. Sometimes referred to as "the Elder Despenser", was for a time the chief adviser to King Edward II of England.
12 Hugh le DESPENSER (1260-1326) [575]. Born 1 Mar 1260. Died 27 Oct 1326.
He was created a baron by writ of summons to Parliament in 1295. Despenser became Edward's loyal servant and chief administrator after Gaveston was executed in 1312, but the jealousy of other barons - and, more importantly, his own corruption and unjust behaviour - led to his being exiled along with his son Hugh Despenser the younger in 1321, when Edmund de Woodstoke replaced him as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports.
13 Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [581].
7 Eleanor DE CLARE (1292-1337) [192]. Born 3 Oct 1292, Caerphilly in Glamorgan, Wales. Died 30 Jun 1337.
14 Gilbert DE CLARE (1243-1295) [193]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295, Monmouth Castle.
Also known as "Red" Gilbert de Clare, probably because of his hair colour.
15 Joan of ACRE (1272-1307) [194]. Born Apr 1272, Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. Died 23 Apr 1307, Clare, Suffolk, England.
The daughter of King Edward I of England and Eleanor of Castile. The name "Acre" derives from her birthplace in the Holy Land while her parents were on a crusade.
She was married twice; her first husband was Gilbert de Clare, 7th Earl of Gloucester, one of the most powerful nobles in her father's kingdom; her second husband was Ralph de Monthermer, a squire in her household whom she married in secrecy.
Joan is most notable for the claim that miracles have allegedly taken place at her grave, and for the multiple references of her in literature.
Thomas BERKELEY ( - )
1 Thomas DE BERKELEY ( - ) [866].
James BERKELEY (OF THORNBURY) (1466?-1515)
1 James BERKELEY (OF THORNBURY) (1466?-1515) [181]. Born 1466 (app). Died 1515.
2 Maurice De BERKELEY (SIR) (1436?-1506?) [183]. Born 1436 (app). Died 1506 (app).
4 James De BERKELEY (SIR) (1394?-1463) [185]. Born 1394 (app). Died 1463.
8 James De BERKELEY (1355-1405) [187]. Born 1355. Died 13 Jun 1405.
9 Elizabeth BLUET ( - ) [188]. Born. Died.
(Daughter of Sir John Bluet).
5 Isobel MOWBRAY (FARRON ?) ( - ) [186]. Born. Died.
3 Isobel MEAD ( -1517) [184]. Born. Died 1517.
( daughter of Sir Philip Mead of Bristol).
James BERKELEY (SIR) (1394?-1463)
1 James De BERKELEY (SIR) (1394?-1463) [185]. Born 1394 (app). Died 1463.
2 James De BERKELEY (1355-1405) [187]. Born 1355. Died 13 Jun 1405.
4 Sir Maurice BERKELEY (1330?-1368) [189]. Born 1330 (app), Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Marr Elizabeth LE DESPENSER Aug 1338. Died 8 Jun 1368.
Sir Maurice de Berkeley, 4th Baron Berkeley the Valiant was an English peer.
8 Thomas BERKELEY (1296-1361) [599]. Born 1296. Died 27 Oct 1361.
9 Lady Margaret MORTIMER ( - ) [600].
5 Elizabeth LE DESPENSER (1327?-1389) [190]. Born 1327 (app). Died 13 Jul 1389.
10 Hugh LE DISPENSER (1286-1326) [191]. Born 1286. Died 24 Nov 1326.
In May 1306 Hugh was knighted
Hanged
. Sometimes referred to as "the Elder Despenser", was for a time the chief adviser to King Edward II of England.
11 Eleanor DE CLARE (1292-1337) [192]. Born 3 Oct 1292, Caerphilly in Glamorgan, Wales. Died 30 Jun 1337.
3 Elizabeth BLUET ( - ) [188]. Born. Died.
(Daughter of Sir John Bluet).
Maurice BERKELEY (SIR) (1436?-1506?)
1 Maurice De BERKELEY (SIR) (1436?-1506?) [183]. Born 1436 (app). Died 1506 (app).
2 James De BERKELEY (SIR) (1394?-1463) [185]. Born 1394 (app). Died 1463.
4 James De BERKELEY (1355-1405) [187]. Born 1355. Died 13 Jun 1405.
8 Sir Maurice BERKELEY (1330?-1368) [189]. Born 1330 (app), Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Marr Elizabeth LE DESPENSER Aug 1338. Died 8 Jun 1368.
Sir Maurice de Berkeley, 4th Baron Berkeley the Valiant was an English peer.
9 Elizabeth LE DESPENSER (1327?-1389) [190]. Born 1327 (app). Died 13 Jul 1389.
5 Elizabeth BLUET ( - ) [188]. Born. Died.
(Daughter of Sir John Bluet).
3 Isobel MOWBRAY (FARRON ?) ( - ) [186]. Born. Died.
Amarlie BERNSTEIN ( - )
1 Amarlie BERNSTEIN ( - ) [656].
2 Clive BERNSTEIN ( - ) [298]. Born. Died.
4 Ian BERNSTEIN (1950?- ) [296]. Born 1950 (app), Wirral ? Marr Brenda MADDISON 20 Mar 1971, St. James Parish Church, Birkenhead.
8 John BERNSTEIN (1912-1971) [295]. Born 29 Dec 1912, Liverpool, Lancashire, England. Marr Gladys LINLEY 28 Feb 1942, Methodist Church, Wesbourne Road, W. Died 15 May 1971, Hoylake, Cheshire, England.
9 Gladys LINLEY (1914-2003) [294]. Born 21 Jan 1914, Dinmore, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England. Died 2 Mar 2003, Abbeyfield Nursing Home, Wesr Kirby, Wirral, Ch.
5 Brenda MADDISON (1951- ) [297]. Born 10 Apr 1951, Birkenhead, Cheshire, England. Died.
3 Becky ( - ) [658].
Clive BERNSTEIN ( - )
1 Clive BERNSTEIN ( - ) [298]. Born. Died.
2 Ian BERNSTEIN (1950?- ) [296]. Born 1950 (app), Wirral ? Marr Brenda MADDISON 20 Mar 1971, St. James Parish Church, Birkenhead.
4 John BERNSTEIN (1912-1971) [295]. Born 29 Dec 1912, Liverpool, Lancashire, England. Marr Gladys LINLEY 28 Feb 1942, Methodist Church, Wesbourne Road, W. Died 15 May 1971, Hoylake, Cheshire, England.
8 Frederick William BERNSTEIN (1876- ) [659]. Born 1876. Marr Senny ALDAM 10 Oct 1909, St. Alban Church, Bevington, Liverpool.
9 Senny ALDAM (1885-1959) [661]. Born 1885, Liverpool. Died 1959.
5 Gladys LINLEY (1914-2003) [294]. Born 21 Jan 1914, Dinmore, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England. Died 2 Mar 2003, Abbeyfield Nursing Home, Wesr Kirby, Wirral, Ch.
10 William LINLEY ( - ) [662].
11 Mary Anne JONES ( - ) [663].
3 Brenda MADDISON (1951- ) [297]. Born 10 Apr 1951, Birkenhead, Cheshire, England. Died.
Frederick BERNSTEIN (1917- )
1 Frederick BERNSTEIN (1917- ) [660]. Born 1 Apr 1917.
2 Frederick William BERNSTEIN (1876- ) [659]. Born 1876. Marr Senny ALDAM 10 Oct 1909, St. Alban Church, Bevington, Liverpool.
4 Peter Frederick BERNSTEIN (1851?-bef1909) [664]. Born 1851 (app), Poland. Marr Rose-Hannah WRIGHT 28 Oct 1873, Walton-0n-the-hill, Bootle, Liverpool. Died btw 1902 and 1909.
8 Peter BERNSTEIN (1816?-bef1873) [666]. Born 1816 (app), Poland. Marr unknown 1840, Poland. Died bef 1873.
9 unknown (1815?- ) [667]. Born 1815 (app).
5 Rose-Hannah WRIGHT (1851- ) [665]. Born 1851, Bristol, Gloucester.
3 Senny ALDAM (1885-1959) [661]. Born 1885, Liverpool. Died 1959.
Frederick BERNSTEIN (1876- )
1 Frederick William BERNSTEIN (1876- ) [659]. Born 1876. Marr Senny ALDAM 10 Oct 1909, St. Alban Church, Bevington, Liverpool.
2 Peter Frederick BERNSTEIN (1851?-bef1909) [664]. Born 1851 (app), Poland. Marr Rose-Hannah WRIGHT 28 Oct 1873, Walton-0n-the-hill, Bootle, Liverpool. Died btw 1902 and 1909.
4 Peter BERNSTEIN (1816?-bef1873) [666]. Born 1816 (app), Poland. Marr unknown 1840, Poland. Died bef 1873.
5 unknown (1815?- ) [667]. Born 1815 (app).
3 Rose-Hannah WRIGHT (1851- ) [665]. Born 1851, Bristol, Gloucester.
Ian BERNSTEIN (1950?- )
1 Ian BERNSTEIN (1950?- ) [296]. Born 1950 (app), Wirral ? Marr Brenda MADDISON 20 Mar 1971, St. James Parish Church, Birkenhead.
2 John BERNSTEIN (1912-1971) [295]. Born 29 Dec 1912, Liverpool, Lancashire, England. Marr Gladys LINLEY 28 Feb 1942, Methodist Church, Wesbourne Road, W. Died 15 May 1971, Hoylake, Cheshire, England.
4 Frederick William BERNSTEIN (1876- ) [659]. Born 1876. Marr Senny ALDAM 10 Oct 1909, St. Alban Church, Bevington, Liverpool.
8 Peter Frederick BERNSTEIN (1851?-bef1909) [664]. Born 1851 (app), Poland. Marr Rose-Hannah WRIGHT 28 Oct 1873, Walton-0n-the-hill, Bootle, Liverpool. Died btw 1902 and 1909.
9 Rose-Hannah WRIGHT (1851- ) [665]. Born 1851, Bristol, Gloucester.
5 Senny ALDAM (1885-1959) [661]. Born 1885, Liverpool. Died 1959.
3 Gladys LINLEY (1914-2003) [294]. Born 21 Jan 1914, Dinmore, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England. Died 2 Mar 2003, Abbeyfield Nursing Home, Wesr Kirby, Wirral, Ch.
6 William LINLEY ( - ) [662].
7 Mary Anne JONES ( - ) [663].
Janet BERNSTEIN (1953- )
1 Janet BERNSTEIN 1 (1953- ) [29]. Born 9 Mar 1953, Hoscope Park Nursing Home, Westkirby. Marr Michael Harold FOSTER 11 May 1974, Westbourne Road Methodist Church, Westkirby.
2 John BERNSTEIN (1912-1971) [295]. Born 29 Dec 1912, Liverpool, Lancashire, England. Marr Gladys LINLEY 28 Feb 1942, Methodist Church, Wesbourne Road, W. Died 15 May 1971, Hoylake, Cheshire, England.
4 Frederick William BERNSTEIN (1876- ) [659]. Born 1876. Marr Senny ALDAM 10 Oct 1909, St. Alban Church, Bevington, Liverpool.
8 Peter Frederick BERNSTEIN (1851?-bef1909) [664]. Born 1851 (app), Poland. Marr Rose-Hannah WRIGHT 28 Oct 1873, Walton-0n-the-hill, Bootle, Liverpool. Died btw 1902 and 1909.
9 Rose-Hannah WRIGHT (1851- ) [665]. Born 1851, Bristol, Gloucester.
5 Senny ALDAM (1885-1959) [661]. Born 1885, Liverpool. Died 1959.
3 Gladys LINLEY (1914-2003) [294]. Born 21 Jan 1914, Dinmore, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England. Died 2 Mar 2003, Abbeyfield Nursing Home, Wesr Kirby, Wirral, Ch.
6 William LINLEY ( - ) [662].
7 Mary Anne JONES ( - ) [663].
Sources
| 1 | In person |
John BERNSTEIN (1912-1971)
1 John BERNSTEIN (1912-1971) [295]. Born 29 Dec 1912, Liverpool, Lancashire, England. Marr Gladys LINLEY 28 Feb 1942, Methodist Church, Wesbourne Road, W. Died 15 May 1971, Hoylake, Cheshire, England.
2 Frederick William BERNSTEIN (1876- ) [659]. Born 1876. Marr Senny ALDAM 10 Oct 1909, St. Alban Church, Bevington, Liverpool.
4 Peter Frederick BERNSTEIN (1851?-bef1909) [664]. Born 1851 (app), Poland. Marr Rose-Hannah WRIGHT 28 Oct 1873, Walton-0n-the-hill, Bootle, Liverpool. Died btw 1902 and 1909.
8 Peter BERNSTEIN (1816?-bef1873) [666]. Born 1816 (app), Poland. Marr unknown 1840, Poland. Died bef 1873.
9 unknown (1815?- ) [667]. Born 1815 (app).
5 Rose-Hannah WRIGHT (1851- ) [665]. Born 1851, Bristol, Gloucester.
3 Senny ALDAM (1885-1959) [661]. Born 1885, Liverpool. Died 1959.
Moses BERNSTEIN (1841- )
1 Moses BERNSTEIN (1841- ) [668]. Born 1841.
2 Peter Frederick BERNSTEIN (1851?-bef1909) [664]. Born 1851 (app), Poland. Marr Rose-Hannah WRIGHT 28 Oct 1873, Walton-0n-the-hill, Bootle, Liverpool. Died btw 1902 and 1909.
4 Peter BERNSTEIN (1816?-bef1873) [666]. Born 1816 (app), Poland. Marr unknown 1840, Poland. Died bef 1873.
5 unknown (1815?- ) [667]. Born 1815 (app).
3 Rose-Hannah WRIGHT (1851- ) [665]. Born 1851, Bristol, Gloucester.
Mya BERNSTEIN ( - )
1 Mya BERNSTEIN ( - ) [657].
2 Clive BERNSTEIN ( - ) [298]. Born. Died.
4 Ian BERNSTEIN (1950?- ) [296]. Born 1950 (app), Wirral ? Marr Brenda MADDISON 20 Mar 1971, St. James Parish Church, Birkenhead.
8 John BERNSTEIN (1912-1971) [295]. Born 29 Dec 1912, Liverpool, Lancashire, England. Marr Gladys LINLEY 28 Feb 1942, Methodist Church, Wesbourne Road, W. Died 15 May 1971, Hoylake, Cheshire, England.
9 Gladys LINLEY (1914-2003) [294]. Born 21 Jan 1914, Dinmore, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England. Died 2 Mar 2003, Abbeyfield Nursing Home, Wesr Kirby, Wirral, Ch.
5 Brenda MADDISON (1951- ) [297]. Born 10 Apr 1951, Birkenhead, Cheshire, England. Died.
3 Becky ( - ) [658].
Peter BERNSTEIN (1816?-bef1873)
1 Peter BERNSTEIN (1816?-bef1873) [666]. Born 1816 (app), Poland. Marr unknown 1840, Poland. Died bef 1873.
Peter BERNSTEIN (1851?-bef1909)
1 Peter Frederick BERNSTEIN (1851?-bef1909) [664]. Born 1851 (app), Poland. Marr Rose-Hannah WRIGHT 28 Oct 1873, Walton-0n-the-hill, Bootle, Liverpool. Died btw 1902 and 1909.
2 Peter BERNSTEIN (1816?-bef1873) [666]. Born 1816 (app), Poland. Marr unknown 1840, Poland. Died bef 1873.
3 unknown (1815?- ) [667]. Born 1815 (app).
Phoenix BERNSTEIN (2001- )
1 Phoenix BERNSTEIN (2001- ) [654]. Born 19 Feb 2001.
2 Clive BERNSTEIN ( - ) [298]. Born. Died.
4 Ian BERNSTEIN (1950?- ) [296]. Born 1950 (app), Wirral ? Marr Brenda MADDISON 20 Mar 1971, St. James Parish Church, Birkenhead.
8 John BERNSTEIN (1912-1971) [295]. Born 29 Dec 1912, Liverpool, Lancashire, England. Marr Gladys LINLEY 28 Feb 1942, Methodist Church, Wesbourne Road, W. Died 15 May 1971, Hoylake, Cheshire, England.
9 Gladys LINLEY (1914-2003) [294]. Born 21 Jan 1914, Dinmore, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England. Died 2 Mar 2003, Abbeyfield Nursing Home, Wesr Kirby, Wirral, Ch.
5 Brenda MADDISON (1951- ) [297]. Born 10 Apr 1951, Birkenhead, Cheshire, England. Died.
3 Becky ( - ) [658].
Shyla BERNSTEIN ( - )
1 Shyla BERNSTEIN ( - ) [655].
2 Clive BERNSTEIN ( - ) [298]. Born. Died.
4 Ian BERNSTEIN (1950?- ) [296]. Born 1950 (app), Wirral ? Marr Brenda MADDISON 20 Mar 1971, St. James Parish Church, Birkenhead.
8 John BERNSTEIN (1912-1971) [295]. Born 29 Dec 1912, Liverpool, Lancashire, England. Marr Gladys LINLEY 28 Feb 1942, Methodist Church, Wesbourne Road, W. Died 15 May 1971, Hoylake, Cheshire, England.
9 Gladys LINLEY (1914-2003) [294]. Born 21 Jan 1914, Dinmore, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England. Died 2 Mar 2003, Abbeyfield Nursing Home, Wesr Kirby, Wirral, Ch.
5 Brenda MADDISON (1951- ) [297]. Born 10 Apr 1951, Birkenhead, Cheshire, England. Died.
3 Becky ( - ) [658].
Sarah BLACKALL (1660?- )
1 Sarah BLACKALL (1660?- ) [792]. Born 1660 (app). Christened 1660, Britnell, Oxon.
Mary BLACKETT ( -1845)
1 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Marr Robert STANKLEY. Died 24 Oct 1845.
Emily BLACKWOOD (1891-1970)
1 Emily BLACKWOOD (1891-1970) [143]. Born 24 Oct 1891. Died 6 Aug 1970.
Elizabeth BLUET ( - )
1 Elizabeth BLUET ( - ) [188]. Born. Died.
(Daughter of Sir John Bluet).
Sheila BRADLEY (1930- )
1 Sheila BRADLEY (1930- ) [355]. Born 2 Mar 1930. Died.
Rachel BRAITHWAITE (1768- )
1 Rachel BRAITHWAITE (1768- ) [1146]. Born 30 Jul 1768, Kendal. Marr Samuel LLOYD 3 Oct 1791, Preston Patrick.
Giles BRAOSE (1265- )
1 Giles DE BRAOSE (1265- ) [878]. Born 1265, Bramber, Sussex.
Lucy BRAOSE ( - )
1 Lucy DE BRAOSE ( - ) [877].
2 Giles DE BRAOSE (1265- ) [878]. Born 1265, Bramber, Sussex.
3 Beatrice DE ST. HELEN (1270- ) [879]. Born 1270, Wittenham Manor, Berks.
John BRIENNE ( - )
1 John of BRIENNE ( - ) [538].
Muriel BRODRICK (1881- )
1 Muriel BRODRICK (1881- ) [981]. Born 23 Nov 1881.
Jane BROWER (1817- )
1 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
2 BROWER ( - ) [710].
3 Jane (1783- ) [709]. Born 1783, Kildale, North Yorkshire.
Ada BROWN (1867-1948)
1 Ada BROWN 1 (1867-1948) [280]. Born 1867, Parishes of St Nicholas, lincolnshire. Marr Thomas FOSTER 27 Dec 1886, St. Swithin'S, Lincoln, England. Died 1948.
In 1871v Census, living at: Church Lane, St Nicholas, Lincoln, with BROWN, Mark - Head - M - 43 - 1828 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Jane Wife - F - 30 - 1841 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Emily J - Sister - F - 2 - 1869 - Lincolnshire.
In 1881 Census, living at: 30, Canwick Rd, Lincoln St Mary-Le-Wigford (Stepdaughter to GRAHAM, John William and Jane).
2 Mark BROWN (1828- ) [506]. Born 1828, Lincolnshire.
3 Jane UNKNOWN (1841- ) [507]. Born 1841, Lincolnshire.
Sources
| 1 | FHF & EM Marriage Certificate |
Emily BROWN (1869- )
1 Emily J BROWN (1869- ) [508]. Born 1869, Lincolnshire.
2 Mark BROWN (1828- ) [506]. Born 1828, Lincolnshire.
3 Jane UNKNOWN (1841- ) [507]. Born 1841, Lincolnshire.
Mark BROWN (1828- )
1 Mark BROWN (1828- ) [506]. Born 1828, Lincolnshire.
Sarah BROWN ( - )
1 Sarah BROWN ( - ) [1105].
David II of Scotland David BRUCE (1323- )
1 David BRUCE (1323- ) [1011]. Born 5 Mar 1323.
Judith BRYANT (1620?-1655)
1 Judith BRYANT (1620?-1655) [794]. Born 1620 (app). Christened 1620, Litton, Dorset. Died 29 Jun 1655.
Jessie BUCKLEY (1900-1984)
1 Jessie BUCKLEY (1900-1984) [236]. Born 1900. Died 1984.
BULL ( - )
1 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
Alice BULL (1862- )
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| Alice Clara BULL, Great Grandma Bull | |
1 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton. Marr William Clifford WILSON 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
2 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
3 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
David BURGESS (1982- )
1 David BURGESS 1 (1982- ) [33]. Born 30 Dec 1982, Warrington Hospital. Died.
2 Ken BURGESS 1 (1954- ) [32]. Born 27 Oct 1954, Greasby.
3 Eileen FOSTER 2 (1957- ) [24]. Born 8 Mar 1957, 10, Sandringham Avenue, Hoylake. Died.
6 Gordon Harold FOSTER 3 (1918-1996) [13]. Born 1918, Cable Road, Hoylake. Marr Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 9 Mar 1951, Wallasey, Cheshire. Died 18 Jul 1996.
12 Frances Harold FOSTER 4 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
13 Ethel MICKLE 5 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
7 Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 1 (1923-2009) [21]. Born 23 Aug 1923, Marsham, Norfolk, England. Died 2 Aug 2009.
Lived in a Christian home. Adopted at age of (???) , by a (single) School Teacher.
Real mother was secretary to a butcher/farm manager. Father is believed to be the butcher/farm manager.
Original name, Poppy Freeman.
Grace Christian was also adopted by the 'school teacher'.
14 William Martin WINK (1892-1983) [669]. Born 19 Jun 1892, Norfolk. Died 14 Oct 1983.
15 Ruby Lenora FREEMAN (1896-1979) [300]. Born 19 Dec 1896, Halesworth, Suffolk, England. Died 1979, Gipping, Suffolk, England.
Sources
| 1 | In person |
| 2 | Mother |
| 3 | Relatives |
| 4 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 5 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
Ken BURGESS (1954- )
1 Ken BURGESS 1 (1954- ) [32]. Born 27 Oct 1954, Greasby.
Sources
| 1 | In person |
Kevin BURGESS (1985- )
1 Kevin BURGESS 1 (1985- ) [46]. Born 13 Jun 1985, Warrington Hospital. Died.
2 Ken BURGESS 1 (1954- ) [32]. Born 27 Oct 1954, Greasby.
3 Eileen FOSTER 2 (1957- ) [24]. Born 8 Mar 1957, 10, Sandringham Avenue, Hoylake. Died.
6 Gordon Harold FOSTER 3 (1918-1996) [13]. Born 1918, Cable Road, Hoylake. Marr Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 9 Mar 1951, Wallasey, Cheshire. Died 18 Jul 1996.
12 Frances Harold FOSTER 4 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
13 Ethel MICKLE 5 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
7 Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 1 (1923-2009) [21]. Born 23 Aug 1923, Marsham, Norfolk, England. Died 2 Aug 2009.
Lived in a Christian home. Adopted at age of (???) , by a (single) School Teacher.
Real mother was secretary to a butcher/farm manager. Father is believed to be the butcher/farm manager.
Original name, Poppy Freeman.
Grace Christian was also adopted by the 'school teacher'.
14 William Martin WINK (1892-1983) [669]. Born 19 Jun 1892, Norfolk. Died 14 Oct 1983.
15 Ruby Lenora FREEMAN (1896-1979) [300]. Born 19 Dec 1896, Halesworth, Suffolk, England. Died 1979, Gipping, Suffolk, England.
Sources
| 1 | In person |
| 2 | Mother |
| 3 | Relatives |
| 4 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 5 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
Susan BURGESS ( - )
1 Susan Jenny BURGESS ( - ) [771]. Marr Philip John WITHY 26 Oct 1974, New Plymouth.
Sue BURNAND (1956- )
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| Sue BURNAND, sue_w | |
1 Sue BURNAND 1 (1956- ) [55]. Born 1 Jun 1956. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Gillian Withy (nee Lamb) |
Ann BURNELL (1827- )
1 Ann BURNELL (1827- ) [489]. Born 1827, Bridgwater, Somerset.
In 1852, lived at 19, West Street, Clifton, Bristol - Occupation iwas Booksellers
1861 census, lived at: 13, Bath Street, Temple, Bristol - Occupation is: Stationer - born At Sea
1871 census - Lived at 13 Bath Street, Bristol.
2 James BURNELL (1791- ) [681]. Born 1791. Marr Elizabeth CLOWTER 19 Jun 1821, Bridgwater.
Parish records indicate a burial for James Hill BURNELL, at Sampford Brett, in Somerset.
3 Elizabeth CLOWTER ( - ) [683].
James BURNELL (1831- )
1 James BURNELL (1831- ) [682]. Born 1831.
2 James BURNELL (1791- ) [681]. Born 1791. Marr Elizabeth CLOWTER 19 Jun 1821, Bridgwater.
Parish records indicate a burial for James Hill BURNELL, at Sampford Brett, in Somerset.
3 Elizabeth CLOWTER ( - ) [683].
James BURNELL (1791- )
1 James BURNELL (1791- ) [681]. Born 1791. Marr Elizabeth CLOWTER 19 Jun 1821, Bridgwater.
Parish records indicate a burial for James Hill BURNELL, at Sampford Brett, in Somerset.
Arthur BURNS (1891- )
1 Arthur BURNS (1891- ) [552]. Born 1891, Bootle Nr Liverpool.
2 Arthur BURNS (1857- ) [550]. Born 1857, Toxteth Park, Liverpool. Marr Mary 1884.
in 1911 census, worked for the Hoylake and West Kirby Gas and Water Company - living at 18 manor road, Great Meols, Wirral, Cheshire (7 children born alive, 4 living, 3 died)
in 1891 census, lived at 37, Scott Street, Bootle Cum Linacre, Bootle.
3 Mary (1857- ) [551]. Born 1857, Liverpool.
Arthur BURNS (1857- )
1 Arthur BURNS (1857- ) [550]. Born 1857, Toxteth Park, Liverpool. Marr Mary 1884.
in 1911 census, worked for the Hoylake and West Kirby Gas and Water Company - living at 18 manor road, Great Meols, Wirral, Cheshire (7 children born alive, 4 living, 3 died)
in 1891 census, lived at 37, Scott Street, Bootle Cum Linacre, Bootle.
Bertie BURNS (1894- )
1 Bertie BURNS (1894- ) [553]. Born 1894, Bootle Nr Liverpool.
2 Arthur BURNS (1857- ) [550]. Born 1857, Toxteth Park, Liverpool. Marr Mary 1884.
in 1911 census, worked for the Hoylake and West Kirby Gas and Water Company - living at 18 manor road, Great Meols, Wirral, Cheshire (7 children born alive, 4 living, 3 died)
in 1891 census, lived at 37, Scott Street, Bootle Cum Linacre, Bootle.
3 Mary (1857- ) [551]. Born 1857, Liverpool.
Catherine BURNS (1889-1956)
| Catherine Mary BURNS, 1956, age 67, Catherine Mickle headstone | |
1 Catherine Mary BURNS (1889-1956) [540]. Born 1889, Bootle Nr Liverpool. Marr Ernest Henry MICKLE 1914. Died 16 Aug 1956.
2 Arthur BURNS (1857- ) [550]. Born 1857, Toxteth Park, Liverpool. Marr Mary 1884.
in 1911 census, worked for the Hoylake and West Kirby Gas and Water Company - living at 18 manor road, Great Meols, Wirral, Cheshire (7 children born alive, 4 living, 3 died)
in 1891 census, lived at 37, Scott Street, Bootle Cum Linacre, Bootle.
3 Mary (1857- ) [551]. Born 1857, Liverpool.
Walter BURNS (1888- )
1 Walter John BURNS (1888- ) [554]. Born 1888, Bootle Nr Liverpool.
2 Arthur BURNS (1857- ) [550]. Born 1857, Toxteth Park, Liverpool. Marr Mary 1884.
in 1911 census, worked for the Hoylake and West Kirby Gas and Water Company - living at 18 manor road, Great Meols, Wirral, Cheshire (7 children born alive, 4 living, 3 died)
in 1891 census, lived at 37, Scott Street, Bootle Cum Linacre, Bootle.
3 Mary (1857- ) [551]. Born 1857, Liverpool.
Edmund BUTLER 4th Viscount Mountgarret ( - )
1 Edmund BUTLER ( - ) [946].
Edward BUTLER Of Ballyraggett ( - )
1 Edward BUTLER ( - ) [948].
2 Edmund BUTLER ( - ) [946].
3 Elizabeth SIMEON ( - ) [947].
Frances BUTLER ( - )
1 Frances BUTLER ( - ) [952].
2 George BUTLER ( -1702) [950]. Died 19 Sep 1702.
4 Edward BUTLER ( - ) [948].
8 Edmund BUTLER ( - ) [946].
9 Elizabeth SIMEON ( - ) [947].
5 Elizabeth MATTHEW ( - ) [949].
3 Catherine KING ( - ) [951].
George BUTLER ( -1702)
1 George BUTLER ( -1702) [950]. Died 19 Sep 1702.
2 Edward BUTLER ( - ) [948].
4 Edmund BUTLER ( - ) [946].
5 Elizabeth SIMEON ( - ) [947].
3 Elizabeth MATTHEW ( - ) [949].
Thomas BUTLER ( - )
1 Thomas BUTLER ( - ) [623].
Sir.
Edith CAMERON ( - )
1 Edith Barbera CAMERON 1 ( - ) [449]. Born. Marr Vivian WITHY. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822)
1 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr George WITHY 7 Oct 1762. Died 1822.
2 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
3 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
6 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
7 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
14 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
15 Sybill GOOD ( -1683) [170]. Born. Died 1683.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Isabella CAPET (1292- )
1 Isabella CAPET 1 (1292- ) [308]. Born 1292, Paris, France. Died.
Sources
| 1 | History books |
Thomas CAR ( -1884)
1 Thomas CAR ( -1884) [846]. Marr Hannah WRIGHT 5 Apr 1865, London. Died 9 Dec 1884, Staincliffe, Dewsbury.
Vincent CAREY ( - )
1 Vincent John CAREY ( - ) [757]. Marr Elizabeth Catherine WITHY 13 Jan 1962, Whakatane, New Zealand.
Alfonso CASTILE ( - )
1 Alfonso VIII of CASTILE ( - ) [533].
Ferdinand CASTILE (1200-1252)
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1 Ferdinand III of CASTILE (1200-1252) [535]. Born 1200. Died 1252.
2 Alfonso IX FERNANDEZ (1171-1230) [456]. Born 15 Aug 1171. Marr Dońa BERENGUELA 1197. Died 24 Sep 1230.
4 Fernando II Alfonsez KING OF LEON ( - ) [458]. Born. Marr Urraca Affonsez QUEEN OF LEON. Died.
5 Urraca Affonsez QUEEN OF LEON ( - ) [459]. Died.
3 Dońa BERENGUELA (1180-1246) [457]. Born 1180. Died 8 Nov 1246.
Note on Marriage to Alfonso IX FERNANDEZ: Annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins.
6 Alfonso VIII of CASTILE ( - ) [533].
7 Eleanor PLANTAGENET ( - ) [530].
14 Henry II of ENGLAND ( - ) [531].
15 Eleanor of AQUITAINE ( - ) [532].
ELEANOR CASTILLE (1240-1290)
1 ELEANOR of CASTILLE (1240-1290) [863]. Born 1240. Died 29 Nov 1290.
2 Ferdinand III of CASTILE (1200-1252) [535]. Born 1200. Died 1252.
4 Alfonso IX FERNANDEZ (1171-1230) [456]. Born 15 Aug 1171. Marr Dońa BERENGUELA 1197. Died 24 Sep 1230.
8 Fernando II Alfonsez KING OF LEON ( - ) [458]. Born. Marr Urraca Affonsez QUEEN OF LEON. Died.
9 Urraca Affonsez QUEEN OF LEON ( - ) [459]. Died.
5 Dońa BERENGUELA (1180-1246) [457]. Born 1180. Died 8 Nov 1246.
Note on Marriage to Alfonso IX FERNANDEZ: Annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins.
10 Alfonso VIII of CASTILE ( - ) [533].
11 Eleanor PLANTAGENET ( - ) [530].
Alan CAVERHILL ( - )
1 Alan Kinsgley CAVERHILL ( - ) [776].
2 Ivan Maskell WITHY (1899-1986) [716]. Born 15 May 1899, Taneatua, BOP, New Zealand. Marr Olive Hilda SMITH (nee Stephenson) 26 Oct 1968, Whakatane, New Zealand. Died 17 Oct 1986, Whakatane, New Zealand.
NZ Reg no. 1899/5002.
4 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
8 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
9 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
5 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
3 Ruth Caverhill (nee WILSON) (1901-1963) [772]. Born 14 Jul 1901. Died 12 Nov 1963, Whakatane, New Zealand.
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Delcie CAVERHILL ( - )
1 Delcie Rea (Uings) CAVERHILL ( - ) [778].
2 Ivan Maskell WITHY (1899-1986) [716]. Born 15 May 1899, Taneatua, BOP, New Zealand. Marr Olive Hilda SMITH (nee Stephenson) 26 Oct 1968, Whakatane, New Zealand. Died 17 Oct 1986, Whakatane, New Zealand.
NZ Reg no. 1899/5002.
4 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
8 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
9 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
5 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
3 Ruth Caverhill (nee WILSON) (1901-1963) [772]. Born 14 Jul 1901. Died 12 Nov 1963, Whakatane, New Zealand.
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Janette CAVERHILL ( - )
1 Janette Olwyn CAVERHILL ( - ) [777].
2 Ivan Maskell WITHY (1899-1986) [716]. Born 15 May 1899, Taneatua, BOP, New Zealand. Marr Olive Hilda SMITH (nee Stephenson) 26 Oct 1968, Whakatane, New Zealand. Died 17 Oct 1986, Whakatane, New Zealand.
NZ Reg no. 1899/5002.
4 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
8 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
9 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
5 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
3 Ruth Caverhill (nee WILSON) (1901-1963) [772]. Born 14 Jul 1901. Died 12 Nov 1963, Whakatane, New Zealand.
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Kenneth CAVERHILL ( - )
1 Kenneth Bruce CAVERHILL ( - ) [779].
2 Ivan Maskell WITHY (1899-1986) [716]. Born 15 May 1899, Taneatua, BOP, New Zealand. Marr Olive Hilda SMITH (nee Stephenson) 26 Oct 1968, Whakatane, New Zealand. Died 17 Oct 1986, Whakatane, New Zealand.
NZ Reg no. 1899/5002.
4 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
8 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
9 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
5 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
3 Ruth Caverhill (nee WILSON) (1901-1963) [772]. Born 14 Jul 1901. Died 12 Nov 1963, Whakatane, New Zealand.
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Ralph CHABERS ( - )
1 Ralph CHABERS ( - ) [724].
John CHAMBERLAIN ( - )
1 John Grimmer (Rob) CHAMBERLAIN ( - ) [767]. Marr Margaret Joan WITHY 20 Sep 1974, Darwin, NT.
Alison CHAMBERS (1953- )
1 Alison Joan CHAMBERS (1953- ) [722]. Born 11 Aug 1953, Weston Super Mare, Somerset.
2 Ralph CHABERS ( - ) [724].
3 Pamela DAVIS ( - ) [723].
6 Stephen DAVIS ( - ) [726]. Marr Ellen Gwendoline TRUMPER 1921.
7 Ellen Gwendoline TRUMPER (1898- ) [725]. Born 1898, Kington, Herefordshire.
14 Robert TRUMPER (1866- ) [727]. Born 1866, Eardisley Hereford.
In 1911 Census, lived at: The Green Eardisley Hereford.
15 Matilda (1865- ) [728]. Born 1865, Bryngun Radnorshire V.
Hannah CHAMBERS (1979- )
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| Hannah CHAMBERS, 2009, age 30, hannah1 | |
1 Hannah CHAMBERS (1979- ) [482]. Born 13 Mar 1979. Marr Graeme Richard WORRALL 5 Sep 2009, Binden House, Langford Budville, Summerset.
2 Peter TIDMARSH ( - ) [721].
3 Alison Joan CHAMBERS (1953- ) [722]. Born 11 Aug 1953, Weston Super Mare, Somerset.
6 Ralph CHABERS ( - ) [724].
7 Pamela DAVIS ( - ) [723].
14 Stephen DAVIS ( - ) [726]. Marr Ellen Gwendoline TRUMPER 1921.
15 Ellen Gwendoline TRUMPER (1898- ) [725]. Born 1898, Kington, Herefordshire.
Matilda CHAWORTH ( - )
1 Matilda DE CHAWORTH ( - ) [1023].
2 Patrick DE CHAWORTH ( - ) [1024].
3 Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [1025].
Patrick CHAWORTH ( - )
1 Patrick DE CHAWORTH ( - ) [1024].
Grace CHRISTIAN ( - )
1 Grace CHRISTIAN ( - ) [299]. Born. Died.
2 William Martin WINK (1892-1983) [669]. Born 19 Jun 1892, Norfolk. Died 14 Oct 1983.
4 Frederick WINK ( - ) [670].
3 Ruby Lenora FREEMAN (1896-1979) [300]. Born 19 Dec 1896, Halesworth, Suffolk, England. Died 1979, Gipping, Suffolk, England.
Mary CHRISTIAN (1923-2009)
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| Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN, mollie_f | |
1 Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 1 (1923-2009) [21]. Born 23 Aug 1923, Marsham, Norfolk, England. Marr Gordon Harold FOSTER 9 Mar 1951, Wallasey, Cheshire. Died 2 Aug 2009.
Lived in a Christian home. Adopted at age of (???) , by a (single) School Teacher.
Real mother was secretary to a butcher/farm manager. Father is believed to be the butcher/farm manager.
Original name, Poppy Freeman.
Grace Christian was also adopted by the 'school teacher'.
2 William Martin WINK (1892-1983) [669]. Born 19 Jun 1892, Norfolk. Died 14 Oct 1983.
4 Frederick WINK ( - ) [670].
3 Ruby Lenora FREEMAN (1896-1979) [300]. Born 19 Dec 1896, Halesworth, Suffolk, England. Died 1979, Gipping, Suffolk, England.
Sources
| 1 | In person |
Randolph CHURCHILL ( - )
1 Randolph CHURCHILL ( - ) [973].
2 Winston Leonard Spencer CHURCHILL (1874-1965) [972]. Born 30 Nov 1874. Died 24 Jan 1965.
4 Randolph Henry CHURCHILL (1849-1895) [974]. Born 1849. Died 1895.
8 John Winston SPENCER-CHURCHILL (1822-1883) [976]. Born 1822. Died 1883.
9 Frances Anne Emily VANE ( - ) [977].
5 Jennie JEROME ( - ) [975].
3 Clementine Ogilvy HOZIER (1885-1977) [971]. Born 1 Apr 1885. Died 12 Dec 1977.
6 Henry Montagu HOZIER ( - ) [970].
7 Henrietta Blanche OGILVY (1852-1925) [969]. Born 8 Nov 1852. Died 28 Mar 1925.
14 David Graham Drummond OGILVY ( - ) [966].
15 Henrietta Blanche STANLEY (1830-1921) [964]. Born 3 Jul 1830. Died 5 Jan 1921.
Randolph CHURCHILL (1849-1895)
1 Randolph Henry CHURCHILL (1849-1895) [974]. Born 1849. Died 1895.
2 John Winston SPENCER-CHURCHILL (1822-1883) [976]. Born 1822. Died 1883.
3 Frances Anne Emily VANE ( - ) [977].
Winston CHURCHILL (1874-1965)
1 Winston Leonard Spencer CHURCHILL (1874-1965) [972]. Born 30 Nov 1874. Died 24 Jan 1965.
2 Randolph Henry CHURCHILL (1849-1895) [974]. Born 1849. Died 1895.
4 John Winston SPENCER-CHURCHILL (1822-1883) [976]. Born 1822. Died 1883.
5 Frances Anne Emily VANE ( - ) [977].
3 Jennie JEROME ( - ) [975].
Elizabeth CIFREWAST ( - )
1 Elizabeth CIFREWAST ( - ) [881].
Aveline CLARE ( - )
1 Aveline de CLARE ( - ) [587].
2 Roger de CLARE ( - ) [588].
3 Maud de SAINT-HILAIRE ( - ) [589].
Eleanor CLARE (1292-1337)
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1 Eleanor DE CLARE (1292-1337) [192]. Born 3 Oct 1292, Caerphilly in Glamorgan, Wales. Died 30 Jun 1337.
2 Gilbert DE CLARE (1243-1295) [193]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295, Monmouth Castle.
Also known as "Red" Gilbert de Clare, probably because of his hair colour.
4 Richard de CLARE (1243-1295) [590]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295.
5 Maud de LACY ( - ) [591].
3 Joan of ACRE (1272-1307) [194]. Born Apr 1272, Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. Died 23 Apr 1307, Clare, Suffolk, England.
The daughter of King Edward I of England and Eleanor of Castile. The name "Acre" derives from her birthplace in the Holy Land while her parents were on a crusade.
She was married twice; her first husband was Gilbert de Clare, 7th Earl of Gloucester, one of the most powerful nobles in her father's kingdom; her second husband was Ralph de Monthermer, a squire in her household whom she married in secrecy.
Joan is most notable for the claim that miracles have allegedly taken place at her grave, and for the multiple references of her in literature.
6 Edward 1 1 (1239-1307) [204]. Born 17 Jun 1239, Westminster, London, England. Marr MARGEURITE OF FRANCE 10 Sep 1299. Died 7 Jul 1307, Burgh-On-Sands, Cumberland, England.
He was buried on 28 Oct 1307 in Westminster, London, England. He was married to Queen of England, Castile ELEANOR in 1254.
Children were:
i. England Plantagenet JOAN was born in 1272 in Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. She died on 23 Apr 1307 in Clare, Suffolk, England.
ii. England MARGARET was born in 1275. She died in 1318.
iii. England Plantagenet ELIZABETH was born on 7 Aug 1282 in Rhuddlan Castle, Flint, WALES. She died on 5 May 1316 in Quendon, Essex, ENGLAND. She was buried on 23 May 1316 in Walden Abbey, Herts, England.
iv. King of England EDWARD II Plantagenet.
12 HENRY III (1207- ) [1008]. Born 1 Oct 1207, Winchester.
13 Eleanor of PROVENCE (1217- ) [1009]. Born 1217.
7 Eleanor OF CASTILLE 1 (1241-1290) [195]. Born 1241, Castile, Spain. Died 25 Nov 1290, Harby, Near Lincoln.
Eleanor of Castile was the first queen consort of Edward I of England. She was also Countess of Ponthieu in her own right from 1279 until her death in 1290, succeeding her mother and ruling together with her husband.
Edward married Eleanor at Las Huelgas in Spain (October 1254) and then traveled to Bordeaux to organize his scattered appanage.
Upon her death, Edward erected the famous Eleanor Crosses--several of which still stand--at each place where her coffin rested on its way to London. The best known are at Banbury and Charring (London).
14 Saint FERDINAND III (1199-1252) [454]. Born 5 Aug 1199. Marr Joan of DAMMARTIN. Died 30 May 1252.
King of Castile from 1217 and King of Galicia and León from 1230.
15 Joan of DAMMARTIN (1200?-1279) [455]. Born 1200 (app). Died 16 Mar 1279, Abbeville.
Sources
| 1 | History books |
Elizabeth CLARE ( - )
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1 Elizabeth de CLARE ( - ) [592].
2 Gilbert DE CLARE (1243-1295) [193]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295, Monmouth Castle.
Also known as "Red" Gilbert de Clare, probably because of his hair colour.
4 Richard de CLARE (1243-1295) [590]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295.
5 Maud de LACY ( - ) [591].
3 Joan of ACRE (1272-1307) [194]. Born Apr 1272, Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. Died 23 Apr 1307, Clare, Suffolk, England.
The daughter of King Edward I of England and Eleanor of Castile. The name "Acre" derives from her birthplace in the Holy Land while her parents were on a crusade.
She was married twice; her first husband was Gilbert de Clare, 7th Earl of Gloucester, one of the most powerful nobles in her father's kingdom; her second husband was Ralph de Monthermer, a squire in her household whom she married in secrecy.
Joan is most notable for the claim that miracles have allegedly taken place at her grave, and for the multiple references of her in literature.
6 Edward 1 1 (1239-1307) [204]. Born 17 Jun 1239, Westminster, London, England. Marr MARGEURITE OF FRANCE 10 Sep 1299. Died 7 Jul 1307, Burgh-On-Sands, Cumberland, England.
He was buried on 28 Oct 1307 in Westminster, London, England. He was married to Queen of England, Castile ELEANOR in 1254.
Children were:
i. England Plantagenet JOAN was born in 1272 in Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. She died on 23 Apr 1307 in Clare, Suffolk, England.
ii. England MARGARET was born in 1275. She died in 1318.
iii. England Plantagenet ELIZABETH was born on 7 Aug 1282 in Rhuddlan Castle, Flint, WALES. She died on 5 May 1316 in Quendon, Essex, ENGLAND. She was buried on 23 May 1316 in Walden Abbey, Herts, England.
iv. King of England EDWARD II Plantagenet.
12 HENRY III (1207- ) [1008]. Born 1 Oct 1207, Winchester.
13 Eleanor of PROVENCE (1217- ) [1009]. Born 1217.
7 Eleanor OF CASTILLE 1 (1241-1290) [195]. Born 1241, Castile, Spain. Died 25 Nov 1290, Harby, Near Lincoln.
Eleanor of Castile was the first queen consort of Edward I of England. She was also Countess of Ponthieu in her own right from 1279 until her death in 1290, succeeding her mother and ruling together with her husband.
Edward married Eleanor at Las Huelgas in Spain (October 1254) and then traveled to Bordeaux to organize his scattered appanage.
Upon her death, Edward erected the famous Eleanor Crosses--several of which still stand--at each place where her coffin rested on its way to London. The best known are at Banbury and Charring (London).
14 Saint FERDINAND III (1199-1252) [454]. Born 5 Aug 1199. Marr Joan of DAMMARTIN. Died 30 May 1252.
King of Castile from 1217 and King of Galicia and León from 1230.
15 Joan of DAMMARTIN (1200?-1279) [455]. Born 1200 (app). Died 16 Mar 1279, Abbeville.
Sources
| 1 | History books |
Gilbert CLARE (1291-1314)
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1 Gilbert de CLARE (1291-1314) [594]. Born 10 May 1291. Died 24 Jun 1314, Bannockburn.
2 Gilbert DE CLARE (1243-1295) [193]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295, Monmouth Castle.
Also known as "Red" Gilbert de Clare, probably because of his hair colour.
4 Richard de CLARE (1243-1295) [590]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295.
5 Maud de LACY ( - ) [591].
3 Joan of ACRE (1272-1307) [194]. Born Apr 1272, Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. Died 23 Apr 1307, Clare, Suffolk, England.
The daughter of King Edward I of England and Eleanor of Castile. The name "Acre" derives from her birthplace in the Holy Land while her parents were on a crusade.
She was married twice; her first husband was Gilbert de Clare, 7th Earl of Gloucester, one of the most powerful nobles in her father's kingdom; her second husband was Ralph de Monthermer, a squire in her household whom she married in secrecy.
Joan is most notable for the claim that miracles have allegedly taken place at her grave, and for the multiple references of her in literature.
6 Edward 1 1 (1239-1307) [204]. Born 17 Jun 1239, Westminster, London, England. Marr MARGEURITE OF FRANCE 10 Sep 1299. Died 7 Jul 1307, Burgh-On-Sands, Cumberland, England.
He was buried on 28 Oct 1307 in Westminster, London, England. He was married to Queen of England, Castile ELEANOR in 1254.
Children were:
i. England Plantagenet JOAN was born in 1272 in Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. She died on 23 Apr 1307 in Clare, Suffolk, England.
ii. England MARGARET was born in 1275. She died in 1318.
iii. England Plantagenet ELIZABETH was born on 7 Aug 1282 in Rhuddlan Castle, Flint, WALES. She died on 5 May 1316 in Quendon, Essex, ENGLAND. She was buried on 23 May 1316 in Walden Abbey, Herts, England.
iv. King of England EDWARD II Plantagenet.
12 HENRY III (1207- ) [1008]. Born 1 Oct 1207, Winchester.
13 Eleanor of PROVENCE (1217- ) [1009]. Born 1217.
7 Eleanor OF CASTILLE 1 (1241-1290) [195]. Born 1241, Castile, Spain. Died 25 Nov 1290, Harby, Near Lincoln.
Eleanor of Castile was the first queen consort of Edward I of England. She was also Countess of Ponthieu in her own right from 1279 until her death in 1290, succeeding her mother and ruling together with her husband.
Edward married Eleanor at Las Huelgas in Spain (October 1254) and then traveled to Bordeaux to organize his scattered appanage.
Upon her death, Edward erected the famous Eleanor Crosses--several of which still stand--at each place where her coffin rested on its way to London. The best known are at Banbury and Charring (London).
14 Saint FERDINAND III (1199-1252) [454]. Born 5 Aug 1199. Marr Joan of DAMMARTIN. Died 30 May 1252.
King of Castile from 1217 and King of Galicia and León from 1230.
15 Joan of DAMMARTIN (1200?-1279) [455]. Born 1200 (app). Died 16 Mar 1279, Abbeville.
Sources
| 1 | History books |
Gilbert CLARE Earl of Gloucester (1243-1295)
1 Gilbert DE CLARE (1243-1295) [193]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295, Monmouth Castle.
Also known as "Red" Gilbert de Clare, probably because of his hair colour.
2 Richard de CLARE (1243-1295) [590]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295.
3 Maud de LACY ( - ) [591].
Margaret CLARE ( - )
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1 Margaret de CLARE ( - ) [593].
2 Gilbert DE CLARE (1243-1295) [193]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295, Monmouth Castle.
Also known as "Red" Gilbert de Clare, probably because of his hair colour.
4 Richard de CLARE (1243-1295) [590]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295.
5 Maud de LACY ( - ) [591].
3 Joan of ACRE (1272-1307) [194]. Born Apr 1272, Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. Died 23 Apr 1307, Clare, Suffolk, England.
The daughter of King Edward I of England and Eleanor of Castile. The name "Acre" derives from her birthplace in the Holy Land while her parents were on a crusade.
She was married twice; her first husband was Gilbert de Clare, 7th Earl of Gloucester, one of the most powerful nobles in her father's kingdom; her second husband was Ralph de Monthermer, a squire in her household whom she married in secrecy.
Joan is most notable for the claim that miracles have allegedly taken place at her grave, and for the multiple references of her in literature.
6 Edward 1 1 (1239-1307) [204]. Born 17 Jun 1239, Westminster, London, England. Marr MARGEURITE OF FRANCE 10 Sep 1299. Died 7 Jul 1307, Burgh-On-Sands, Cumberland, England.
He was buried on 28 Oct 1307 in Westminster, London, England. He was married to Queen of England, Castile ELEANOR in 1254.
Children were:
i. England Plantagenet JOAN was born in 1272 in Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. She died on 23 Apr 1307 in Clare, Suffolk, England.
ii. England MARGARET was born in 1275. She died in 1318.
iii. England Plantagenet ELIZABETH was born on 7 Aug 1282 in Rhuddlan Castle, Flint, WALES. She died on 5 May 1316 in Quendon, Essex, ENGLAND. She was buried on 23 May 1316 in Walden Abbey, Herts, England.
iv. King of England EDWARD II Plantagenet.
12 HENRY III (1207- ) [1008]. Born 1 Oct 1207, Winchester.
13 Eleanor of PROVENCE (1217- ) [1009]. Born 1217.
7 Eleanor OF CASTILLE 1 (1241-1290) [195]. Born 1241, Castile, Spain. Died 25 Nov 1290, Harby, Near Lincoln.
Eleanor of Castile was the first queen consort of Edward I of England. She was also Countess of Ponthieu in her own right from 1279 until her death in 1290, succeeding her mother and ruling together with her husband.
Edward married Eleanor at Las Huelgas in Spain (October 1254) and then traveled to Bordeaux to organize his scattered appanage.
Upon her death, Edward erected the famous Eleanor Crosses--several of which still stand--at each place where her coffin rested on its way to London. The best known are at Banbury and Charring (London).
14 Saint FERDINAND III (1199-1252) [454]. Born 5 Aug 1199. Marr Joan of DAMMARTIN. Died 30 May 1252.
King of Castile from 1217 and King of Galicia and León from 1230.
15 Joan of DAMMARTIN (1200?-1279) [455]. Born 1200 (app). Died 16 Mar 1279, Abbeville.
Sources
| 1 | History books |
Richard CLARE (1243-1295)
1 Richard de CLARE (1243-1295) [590]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295.
Roger CLARE ( - )
1 Roger de CLARE ( - ) [588].
Elizabeth CLOWTER ( - )
1 Elizabeth CLOWTER ( - ) [683]. Marr James BURNELL 19 Jun 1821, Bridgwater.
Gertrude COATES ( - )
1 Gertrude COATES ( - ) [160]. Born. Died.
Elizabeth COKER (1564?-1612)
1 Elizabeth COKER (1564?-1612) [798]. Born 1564 (app), Mapowder, Dorset. Christened 1564, Mapowder, Dorset. Died 6 Sep 1612.
2 Thomas COKER (1538?- ) [801]. Born 1538 (app). Christened 1538, Mapowder, Dorset.
Thomas COKER (1538?- )
1 Thomas COKER (1538?- ) [801]. Born 1538 (app). Christened 1538, Mapowder, Dorset.
Cicely COMPTON ( - )
1 Cicely COMPTON ( - ) [932].
Eliz. CORBETT ( - )
1 Eliz. CORBETT ( - ) [677].
Charles COTTERELL ( - )
1 Charles COTTERELL ( - ) [1148].
2 Joseph COTTERELL ( - ) [1052].
3 Hannah FOWLER ( - ) [1047].
6 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
7 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
14 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
15 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Henry COTTERELL ( - )
1 Henry COTTERELL ( - ) [1147].
2 Joseph COTTERELL ( - ) [1052].
3 Hannah FOWLER ( - ) [1047].
6 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
7 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
14 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
15 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Joseph COTTERELL ( - )
1 Joseph COTTERELL ( - ) [1052].
John CROKER ( - )
1 John CROKER ( - ) [894].
2 Sir John CROKER ( - ) [893].
3 Elizabeth POLLARD ( - ) [892].
6 Sir Lewis POLLARD (1465- ) [887]. Born 1465.
12 Robert POLLARD ( - ) [888].
7 Agnes EXTE ( - ) [889].
14 Thomas EXTE ( - ) [890].
15 [unnamed person] ( - ) [891].
Sir CROKER ( - )
1 Sir John CROKER ( - ) [893].
Harry CROSSLEY ( - )
1 Harry CROSSLEY ( - ) [263].
Ambrose CROWLEY (1658- )
1 Ambrose CROWLEY (1658- ) [1121]. Born 1658.
Mary CROWLEY (1677- )
1 Mary CROWLEY (1677- ) [1120]. Born 1677.
2 Ambrose CROWLEY (1658- ) [1121]. Born 1658.
3 Mary OWEN ( -1727) [1122]. Died 1727.
6 Charles OWEN ( - ) [1123].
Sarah CROWLEY (1673-1743)
1 Sarah CROWLEY (1673-1743) [1124]. Born 1673. Died 1743.
2 Ambrose CROWLEY (1658- ) [1121]. Born 1658.
3 Mary OWEN ( -1727) [1122]. Died 1727.
6 Charles OWEN ( - ) [1123].
Leslie CROZIER-SHAW ( - )
1 Leslie CROZIER-SHAW 1 ( - ) [414]. Born. Marr Noel NELSON. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Michael CROZIER-SHAW ( - )
1 Michael Alan CROZIER-SHAW ( - ) [418]. Born. Died.
2 Leslie CROZIER-SHAW 1 ( - ) [414]. Born. Marr Noel NELSON. Died.
3 Noel NELSON 1 (1930- ) [413]. Born 16 Dec 1930. Died.
6 John Stanley NELSON 1 ( - ) [403]. Born. Marr Margaret STANKLEY. Died.
7 Margaret STANKLEY 1 (1899-1891) [402]. Died 6 Apr 1891. Born 13 Sep 1899.
14 Robert Mutter STANKLEY 1 (1870-1963) [397]. Born 5 Mar 1870. Died 1963.
15 Elizabeth Ann EMERSON 1 ( - ) [401]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Rachel CROZIER-SHAW ( - )
1 Rachel Ann CROZIER-SHAW 1 ( - ) [419]. Born. Died.
2 Leslie CROZIER-SHAW 1 ( - ) [414]. Born. Marr Noel NELSON. Died.
3 Noel NELSON 1 (1930- ) [413]. Born 16 Dec 1930. Died.
6 John Stanley NELSON 1 ( - ) [403]. Born. Marr Margaret STANKLEY. Died.
7 Margaret STANKLEY 1 (1899-1891) [402]. Died 6 Apr 1891. Born 13 Sep 1899.
14 Robert Mutter STANKLEY 1 (1870-1963) [397]. Born 5 Mar 1870. Died 1963.
15 Elizabeth Ann EMERSON 1 ( - ) [401]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Ethel CUMMINS ( - )
1 Ethel Theresa CUMMINS 1 ( - ) [408]. Born. Marr Alan Fenwick STANKLEY. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
May CURREN ( - )
1 May CURREN ( - ) [105]. Born.
Sarah CURTIS ( - )
1 Sarah CURTIS ( - ) [839].
2 Curtis ( - ) [840].
3 [unnamed person] ( - ) [841].
Elizabeth D'AUMARLE (1345- )
1 Elizabeth D'AUMARLE (1345- ) [883]. Born 1345.
Marie D'ESTANG ( - )
1 Marie Rose D'ESTANG ( - ) [249]. Born. Died.
Joan DAMMARTIN (1200?-1279)
1 Joan of DAMMARTIN (1200?-1279) [455]. Born 1200 (app). Marr Saint FERDINAND III. Died 16 Mar 1279, Abbeville.
2 Simon of DAMMARTIN (1180-1239) [595]. Born 1180. Died 21 Sep 1239.
3 Marie of PONTHIEU (1199-1251) [596]. Born 17 Apr 1199. Died 1251.
Simon DAMMARTIN (1180-1239)
1 Simon of DAMMARTIN (1180-1239) [595]. Born 1180. Died 21 Sep 1239.
Beth DANIELS (1984- )
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| Father: Richard DANIELS, richard_d | |
1 Beth DANIELS (1984- ) [48]. Born 4 Dec 1984. Died.
2 Richard DANIELS ( - ) [47].
3 Pamela FOSTER 1 (1953- ) [23]. Born 9 Mar 1953, Saughall Road, Saughall Massey, Moreton.
6 Gordon Harold FOSTER 2 (1918-1996) [13]. Born 1918, Cable Road, Hoylake. Marr Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 9 Mar 1951, Wallasey, Cheshire. Died 18 Jul 1996.
12 Frances Harold FOSTER 3 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
13 Ethel MICKLE 4 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
7 Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 5 (1923-2009) [21]. Born 23 Aug 1923, Marsham, Norfolk, England. Died 2 Aug 2009.
Lived in a Christian home. Adopted at age of (???) , by a (single) School Teacher.
Real mother was secretary to a butcher/farm manager. Father is believed to be the butcher/farm manager.
Original name, Poppy Freeman.
Grace Christian was also adopted by the 'school teacher'.
14 William Martin WINK (1892-1983) [669]. Born 19 Jun 1892, Norfolk. Died 14 Oct 1983.
15 Ruby Lenora FREEMAN (1896-1979) [300]. Born 19 Dec 1896, Halesworth, Suffolk, England. Died 1979, Gipping, Suffolk, England.
Sources
| 1 | Mother |
| 2 | Relatives |
| 3 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 4 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
| 5 | In person |
Jessica DANIELS (1981- )
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| Jessica DANIELS, Jessica_D | |
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| Father: Richard DANIELS, richard_d | |
1 Jessica DANIELS 1 (1981- ) [50]. Born 1 Apr 1981. Died.
2 Richard DANIELS ( - ) [47].
3 Pamela FOSTER 2 (1953- ) [23]. Born 9 Mar 1953, Saughall Road, Saughall Massey, Moreton.
6 Gordon Harold FOSTER 3 (1918-1996) [13]. Born 1918, Cable Road, Hoylake. Marr Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 9 Mar 1951, Wallasey, Cheshire. Died 18 Jul 1996.
12 Frances Harold FOSTER 4 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
13 Ethel MICKLE 5 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
7 Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 6 (1923-2009) [21]. Born 23 Aug 1923, Marsham, Norfolk, England. Died 2 Aug 2009.
Lived in a Christian home. Adopted at age of (???) , by a (single) School Teacher.
Real mother was secretary to a butcher/farm manager. Father is believed to be the butcher/farm manager.
Original name, Poppy Freeman.
Grace Christian was also adopted by the 'school teacher'.
14 William Martin WINK (1892-1983) [669]. Born 19 Jun 1892, Norfolk. Died 14 Oct 1983.
15 Ruby Lenora FREEMAN (1896-1979) [300]. Born 19 Dec 1896, Halesworth, Suffolk, England. Died 1979, Gipping, Suffolk, England.
Sources
| 1 | Mollie Christian |
| 2 | Mother |
| 3 | Relatives |
| 4 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 5 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
| 6 | In person |
Richard DANIELS ( - )
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| Richard DANIELS, richard_d | |
1 Richard DANIELS ( - ) [47].
Rose DANIELS (1988- )
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| Rose DANIELS, rose_d | |
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| Father: Richard DANIELS, richard_d | |
1 Rose DANIELS 1 (1988- ) [49]. Born 5 Jan 1988. Died.
2 Richard DANIELS ( - ) [47].
3 Pamela FOSTER 2 (1953- ) [23]. Born 9 Mar 1953, Saughall Road, Saughall Massey, Moreton.
6 Gordon Harold FOSTER 3 (1918-1996) [13]. Born 1918, Cable Road, Hoylake. Marr Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 9 Mar 1951, Wallasey, Cheshire. Died 18 Jul 1996.
12 Frances Harold FOSTER 4 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
13 Ethel MICKLE 5 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
7 Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 6 (1923-2009) [21]. Born 23 Aug 1923, Marsham, Norfolk, England. Died 2 Aug 2009.
Lived in a Christian home. Adopted at age of (???) , by a (single) School Teacher.
Real mother was secretary to a butcher/farm manager. Father is believed to be the butcher/farm manager.
Original name, Poppy Freeman.
Grace Christian was also adopted by the 'school teacher'.
14 William Martin WINK (1892-1983) [669]. Born 19 Jun 1892, Norfolk. Died 14 Oct 1983.
15 Ruby Lenora FREEMAN (1896-1979) [300]. Born 19 Dec 1896, Halesworth, Suffolk, England. Died 1979, Gipping, Suffolk, England.
Sources
| 1 | Mollie Christian |
| 2 | Mother |
| 3 | Relatives |
| 4 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 5 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
| 6 | In person |
James DAUBENEY (1475?- )
1 James DAUBENEY (1475?- ) [804]. Born 1475 (app). Christened 1475, Wayford, Somerset.
2 William DAUBENY (1424-1461) [811]. Born 11 Jun 1424. Died 2 Jan 1461.
3 Alice STOURTON ( - ) [812].
DAUBENY ( - )
1 DAUBENY ( - ) [809].
2 George DAUBENY (1687?-1741) [789]. Born 1687 (app). Christened 5 Jul 1687. Died Feb 1741.
4 Andrew DAUBENY (1653?-1734) [791]. Born 1653 (app). Christened 14 Apr 1653, Little Cheney, Dorset. Died 12 Sep 1734, Pulham, Dorset.
8 George DAUBENY (1616?-1689) [793]. Born 1616 (app). Christened 1616, Gorwell, Dorset. Died 1689.
9 Judith BRYANT (1620?-1655) [794]. Born 1620 (app). Christened 1620, Litton, Dorset. Died 29 Jun 1655.
5 Sarah BLACKALL (1660?- ) [792]. Born 1660 (app). Christened 1660, Britnell, Oxon.
3 Jane LLOYD (1689?-1761) [790]. Born 1689 (app). Christened 1689, St James, Bristol. Died 15 Sep 1761, St James, Bristol.
Andrew DAUBENY (1653?-1734)
1 Andrew DAUBENY (1653?-1734) [791]. Born 1653 (app). Christened 14 Apr 1653, Little Cheney, Dorset. Died 12 Sep 1734, Pulham, Dorset.
2 George DAUBENY (1616?-1689) [793]. Born 1616 (app). Christened 1616, Gorwell, Dorset. Died 1689.
4 Henry DAUBENY (1590?- ) [795]. Born 1590 (app). Christened 1590, Dorwell, Dorset.
8 George (or Giles?) DAUBENY (1559-1612) [797]. Born 1559, Gorwell, Dorset. Christened 1559, Gorwell, Dorset. Died 6 Aug 1612.
9 Elizabeth COKER (1564?-1612) [798]. Born 1564 (app), Mapowder, Dorset. Christened 1564, Mapowder, Dorset. Died 6 Sep 1612.
5 Edith SYMONDS (1592?-1650) [796]. Born 1592 (app). Christened 1592, Gorwell, Dorset. Died 24 Jan 1650, Little Symmonds.
3 Judith BRYANT (1620?-1655) [794]. Born 1620 (app). Christened 1620, Litton, Dorset. Died 29 Jun 1655.
George DAUBENY (1687?-1741)
1 George DAUBENY (1687?-1741) [789]. Born 1687 (app). Christened 5 Jul 1687. Died Feb 1741.
2 Andrew DAUBENY (1653?-1734) [791]. Born 1653 (app). Christened 14 Apr 1653, Little Cheney, Dorset. Died 12 Sep 1734, Pulham, Dorset.
4 George DAUBENY (1616?-1689) [793]. Born 1616 (app). Christened 1616, Gorwell, Dorset. Died 1689.
8 Henry DAUBENY (1590?- ) [795]. Born 1590 (app). Christened 1590, Dorwell, Dorset.
9 Edith SYMONDS (1592?-1650) [796]. Born 1592 (app). Christened 1592, Gorwell, Dorset. Died 24 Jan 1650, Little Symmonds.
5 Judith BRYANT (1620?-1655) [794]. Born 1620 (app). Christened 1620, Litton, Dorset. Died 29 Jun 1655.
3 Sarah BLACKALL (1660?- ) [792]. Born 1660 (app). Christened 1660, Britnell, Oxon.
George DAUBENY (1616?-1689)
1 George DAUBENY (1616?-1689) [793]. Born 1616 (app). Christened 1616, Gorwell, Dorset. Died 1689.
2 Henry DAUBENY (1590?- ) [795]. Born 1590 (app). Christened 1590, Dorwell, Dorset.
4 George (or Giles?) DAUBENY (1559-1612) [797]. Born 1559, Gorwell, Dorset. Christened 1559, Gorwell, Dorset. Died 6 Aug 1612.
8 John DAUBENY (1534?- ) [799]. Born 1534 (app). Christened 1534, Gorwell, Dorset.
9 Alice PENNEY (1536- ) [800]. Born 1536. Christened 1536, East Coker, Somerset.
5 Elizabeth COKER (1564?-1612) [798]. Born 1564 (app), Mapowder, Dorset. Christened 1564, Mapowder, Dorset. Died 6 Sep 1612.
10 Thomas COKER (1538?- ) [801]. Born 1538 (app). Christened 1538, Mapowder, Dorset.
3 Edith SYMONDS (1592?-1650) [796]. Born 1592 (app). Christened 1592, Gorwell, Dorset. Died 24 Jan 1650, Little Symmonds.
George DAUBENY (1559-1612)
1 George (or Giles?) DAUBENY (1559-1612) [797]. Born 1559, Gorwell, Dorset. Christened 1559, Gorwell, Dorset. Died 6 Aug 1612.
2 John DAUBENY (1534?- ) [799]. Born 1534 (app). Christened 1534, Gorwell, Dorset.
4 Giles DAUBENY (1500?- ) [802]. Born 1500 (app). Christened 1500, Wayford, Somerset.
8 James DAUBENEY (1475?- ) [804]. Born 1475 (app). Christened 1475, Wayford, Somerset.
9 Elizabeth PAUNCEFOOTE ( - ) [810].
5 Elizabeth OLDHAM (1504?- ) [803]. Born 1504 (app). Christened 1504.
3 Alice PENNEY (1536- ) [800]. Born 1536. Christened 1536, East Coker, Somerset.
Giles DAUBENY (1500?- )
1 Giles DAUBENY (1500?- ) [802]. Born 1500 (app). Christened 1500, Wayford, Somerset.
2 James DAUBENEY (1475?- ) [804]. Born 1475 (app). Christened 1475, Wayford, Somerset.
4 William DAUBENY (1424-1461) [811]. Born 11 Jun 1424. Died 2 Jan 1461.
5 Alice STOURTON ( - ) [812].
3 Elizabeth PAUNCEFOOTE ( - ) [810].
Hannah DAUBENY (1767?-1814)
1 Hannah DAUBENY (1767?-1814) [693]. Born 1767 (app), Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol, Gloucestershire, England. Bap 12 Apr 1802, Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol, Gloucestershire, England. Died 22 Apr 1814, Portland Street Methodist Chapel, Bristol.
2 Lloyd Daubeny (1748?-1816) [689]. Born 1748 (app). Died 6 May 1816.
4 Lloyd DAUBENY (1718?-1754) [787]. Born 1718 (app). Christened 9 Nov 1718. Died 22 Dec 1754, St James, Bristol.
8 George DAUBENY (1687?-1741) [789]. Born 1687 (app). Christened 5 Jul 1687. Died Feb 1741.
9 Jane LLOYD (1689?-1761) [790]. Born 1689 (app). Christened 1689, St James, Bristol. Died 15 Sep 1761, St James, Bristol.
5 Dulcibella SAXBURY (1722?-1787) [788]. Born 1722 (app). Christened 1772. Died 1787.
3 Hannah Lee (1767?- ) [690]. Born 1767 (app). Christened 15 Mar 1767, Henbury.
6 William LEE ( -1809) [783]. Died 6 Aug 1809, Henbury.
7 Esther VEYSEY ( -1804) [784]. Died 25 May 1804, Henbury.
Henry DAUBENY (1590?- )
1 Henry DAUBENY (1590?- ) [795]. Born 1590 (app). Christened 1590, Dorwell, Dorset.
2 George (or Giles?) DAUBENY (1559-1612) [797]. Born 1559, Gorwell, Dorset. Christened 1559, Gorwell, Dorset. Died 6 Aug 1612.
4 John DAUBENY (1534?- ) [799]. Born 1534 (app). Christened 1534, Gorwell, Dorset.
8 Giles DAUBENY (1500?- ) [802]. Born 1500 (app). Christened 1500, Wayford, Somerset.
9 Elizabeth OLDHAM (1504?- ) [803]. Born 1504 (app). Christened 1504.
5 Alice PENNEY (1536- ) [800]. Born 1536. Christened 1536, East Coker, Somerset.
3 Elizabeth COKER (1564?-1612) [798]. Born 1564 (app), Mapowder, Dorset. Christened 1564, Mapowder, Dorset. Died 6 Sep 1612.
6 Thomas COKER (1538?- ) [801]. Born 1538 (app). Christened 1538, Mapowder, Dorset.
John DAUBENY (1534?- )
1 John DAUBENY (1534?- ) [799]. Born 1534 (app). Christened 1534, Gorwell, Dorset.
2 Giles DAUBENY (1500?- ) [802]. Born 1500 (app). Christened 1500, Wayford, Somerset.
4 James DAUBENEY (1475?- ) [804]. Born 1475 (app). Christened 1475, Wayford, Somerset.
8 William DAUBENY (1424-1461) [811]. Born 11 Jun 1424. Died 2 Jan 1461.
9 Alice STOURTON ( - ) [812].
5 Elizabeth PAUNCEFOOTE ( - ) [810].
3 Elizabeth OLDHAM (1504?- ) [803]. Born 1504 (app). Christened 1504.
Lloyd DAUBENY (1718?-1754)
1 Lloyd DAUBENY (1718?-1754) [787]. Born 1718 (app). Christened 9 Nov 1718. Died 22 Dec 1754, St James, Bristol.
2 George DAUBENY (1687?-1741) [789]. Born 1687 (app). Christened 5 Jul 1687. Died Feb 1741.
4 Andrew DAUBENY (1653?-1734) [791]. Born 1653 (app). Christened 14 Apr 1653, Little Cheney, Dorset. Died 12 Sep 1734, Pulham, Dorset.
8 George DAUBENY (1616?-1689) [793]. Born 1616 (app). Christened 1616, Gorwell, Dorset. Died 1689.
9 Judith BRYANT (1620?-1655) [794]. Born 1620 (app). Christened 1620, Litton, Dorset. Died 29 Jun 1655.
5 Sarah BLACKALL (1660?- ) [792]. Born 1660 (app). Christened 1660, Britnell, Oxon.
3 Jane LLOYD (1689?-1761) [790]. Born 1689 (app). Christened 1689, St James, Bristol. Died 15 Sep 1761, St James, Bristol.
Mary DAUBENY (1793?-1816)
1 Mary DAUBENY (1793?-1816) [692]. Born 1793 (app). Died 1 May 1816, Portland Street Methodist Chapel, Bristol.
2 Lloyd Daubeny (1748?-1816) [689]. Born 1748 (app). Died 6 May 1816.
4 Lloyd DAUBENY (1718?-1754) [787]. Born 1718 (app). Christened 9 Nov 1718. Died 22 Dec 1754, St James, Bristol.
8 George DAUBENY (1687?-1741) [789]. Born 1687 (app). Christened 5 Jul 1687. Died Feb 1741.
9 Jane LLOYD (1689?-1761) [790]. Born 1689 (app). Christened 1689, St James, Bristol. Died 15 Sep 1761, St James, Bristol.
5 Dulcibella SAXBURY (1722?-1787) [788]. Born 1722 (app). Christened 1772. Died 1787.
3 Hannah Lee (1767?- ) [690]. Born 1767 (app). Christened 15 Mar 1767, Henbury.
6 William LEE ( -1809) [783]. Died 6 Aug 1809, Henbury.
7 Esther VEYSEY ( -1804) [784]. Died 25 May 1804, Henbury.
Sarah DAUBENY (1791?-1855)
1 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
2 Lloyd Daubeny (1748?-1816) [689]. Born 1748 (app). Died 6 May 1816.
4 Lloyd DAUBENY (1718?-1754) [787]. Born 1718 (app). Christened 9 Nov 1718. Died 22 Dec 1754, St James, Bristol.
8 George DAUBENY (1687?-1741) [789]. Born 1687 (app). Christened 5 Jul 1687. Died Feb 1741.
9 Jane LLOYD (1689?-1761) [790]. Born 1689 (app). Christened 1689, St James, Bristol. Died 15 Sep 1761, St James, Bristol.
5 Dulcibella SAXBURY (1722?-1787) [788]. Born 1722 (app). Christened 1772. Died 1787.
3 Hannah Lee (1767?- ) [690]. Born 1767 (app). Christened 15 Mar 1767, Henbury.
6 William LEE ( -1809) [783]. Died 6 Aug 1809, Henbury.
7 Esther VEYSEY ( -1804) [784]. Died 25 May 1804, Henbury.
William DAUBENY (1424-1461)
1 William DAUBENY (1424-1461) [811]. Born 11 Jun 1424. Died 2 Jan 1461.
William DAUBENY (1789?- )
1 William Lee DAUBENY (1789?- ) [691]. Born 1789 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester.
2 Lloyd Daubeny (1748?-1816) [689]. Born 1748 (app). Died 6 May 1816.
4 Lloyd DAUBENY (1718?-1754) [787]. Born 1718 (app). Christened 9 Nov 1718. Died 22 Dec 1754, St James, Bristol.
8 George DAUBENY (1687?-1741) [789]. Born 1687 (app). Christened 5 Jul 1687. Died Feb 1741.
9 Jane LLOYD (1689?-1761) [790]. Born 1689 (app). Christened 1689, St James, Bristol. Died 15 Sep 1761, St James, Bristol.
5 Dulcibella SAXBURY (1722?-1787) [788]. Born 1722 (app). Christened 1772. Died 1787.
3 Hannah Lee (1767?- ) [690]. Born 1767 (app). Christened 15 Mar 1767, Henbury.
6 William LEE ( -1809) [783]. Died 6 Aug 1809, Henbury.
7 Esther VEYSEY ( -1804) [784]. Died 25 May 1804, Henbury.
Ann DAVIDSON (1962- )
1 Ann DAVIDSON (1962- ) [367]. Born 2 Sep 1962. Died.
Herbert DAVIS ( -1979)
1 Herbert DAVIS ( -1979) [347]. Born. Marr Elizabeth Newton STANKLEY. Died 8 Jan 1979.
Stephen DAVIS ( - )
1 Stephen DAVIS ( - ) [726]. Marr Ellen Gwendoline TRUMPER 1921.
Angela DENHAM (1954- )
1 Angela DENHAM (1954- ) [1201]. Born 30 Oct 1954. Marr Andrew MACLELLAN 23 Jul 1977.
Samantha DENNIS ( - )
1 Samantha DENNIS ( - ) [453]. Born. Marr Ian David WITHY. Died.
Anne DESPENCER ( - )
1 Anne LE DESPENCER ( - ) [1003].
2 Hugh LE DESPENCER ( - ) [1004].
3 Aliva BASSETT ( - ) [1005].
Hugh DESPENCER ( - )
1 Hugh LE DESPENCER ( - ) [1004].
Isabel DESPENCER (1292-1334)
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1 Isabel DESPENCER (1292-1334) [1026]. Born 1292, Barton, Gloucs. Marr John DE HASTINGS 1308, Abergavenny. Died 4 Dec 1334, Abergavenny.
2 Hugh le DESPENSER (1260-1326) [575]. Born 1 Mar 1260. Died 27 Oct 1326.
He was created a baron by writ of summons to Parliament in 1295. Despenser became Edward's loyal servant and chief administrator after Gaveston was executed in 1312, but the jealousy of other barons - and, more importantly, his own corruption and unjust behaviour - led to his being exiled along with his son Hugh Despenser the younger in 1321, when Edmund de Woodstoke replaced him as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports.
4 Sir Hugh le DESPENCER (1223-1265) [576]. Born 1223. Died 4 Aug 1265.
5 Aliva BASSET ( - ) [577].
10 Philip BASSET (1185-1271) [578]. Born 1185. Died 19 Oct 1271.
11 Hawise DE LOUVAINE ( - ) [990].
3 Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [581].
6 William de BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [582].
7 Maud FITZJOHN ( -1301?) [583]. Died 16 Apr 1301 (app).
14 John FITZGEOFFREY (1205?-1258) [584]. Born 1205 (app), Shere, Surrey, England. Died 23 Nov 1258.
Margaret DESPENCER ( - )
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| Father: Hugh le DESPENSER, Coat of arms of elder dispenser | |
1 Margaret LE DESPENCER ( - ) [1028].
2 Hugh le DESPENSER (1260-1326) [575]. Born 1 Mar 1260. Died 27 Oct 1326.
He was created a baron by writ of summons to Parliament in 1295. Despenser became Edward's loyal servant and chief administrator after Gaveston was executed in 1312, but the jealousy of other barons - and, more importantly, his own corruption and unjust behaviour - led to his being exiled along with his son Hugh Despenser the younger in 1321, when Edmund de Woodstoke replaced him as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports.
4 Sir Hugh le DESPENCER (1223-1265) [576]. Born 1223. Died 4 Aug 1265.
5 Aliva BASSET ( - ) [577].
10 Philip BASSET (1185-1271) [578]. Born 1185. Died 19 Oct 1271.
11 Hawise DE LOUVAINE ( - ) [990].
3 Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [581].
6 William de BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [582].
7 Maud FITZJOHN ( -1301?) [583]. Died 16 Apr 1301 (app).
14 John FITZGEOFFREY (1205?-1258) [584]. Born 1205 (app), Shere, Surrey, England. Died 23 Nov 1258.
Philip DESPENCER ( - )
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| Father: Hugh le DESPENSER, Coat of arms of elder dispenser | |
1 Philip LE DESPENCER ( - ) [1027].
2 Hugh le DESPENSER (1260-1326) [575]. Born 1 Mar 1260. Died 27 Oct 1326.
He was created a baron by writ of summons to Parliament in 1295. Despenser became Edward's loyal servant and chief administrator after Gaveston was executed in 1312, but the jealousy of other barons - and, more importantly, his own corruption and unjust behaviour - led to his being exiled along with his son Hugh Despenser the younger in 1321, when Edmund de Woodstoke replaced him as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports.
4 Sir Hugh le DESPENCER (1223-1265) [576]. Born 1223. Died 4 Aug 1265.
5 Aliva BASSET ( - ) [577].
10 Philip BASSET (1185-1271) [578]. Born 1185. Died 19 Oct 1271.
11 Hawise DE LOUVAINE ( - ) [990].
3 Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [581].
6 William de BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [582].
7 Maud FITZJOHN ( -1301?) [583]. Died 16 Apr 1301 (app).
14 John FITZGEOFFREY (1205?-1258) [584]. Born 1205 (app), Shere, Surrey, England. Died 23 Nov 1258.
Sir DESPENCER (1223-1265)
1 Sir Hugh le DESPENCER (1223-1265) [576]. Born 1223. Died 4 Aug 1265.
Hugh DESPENSER (1260-1326)
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| Hugh le DESPENSER, Coat of arms of elder dispenser | |
1 Hugh le DESPENSER (1260-1326) [575]. Born 1 Mar 1260. Died 27 Oct 1326.
He was created a baron by writ of summons to Parliament in 1295. Despenser became Edward's loyal servant and chief administrator after Gaveston was executed in 1312, but the jealousy of other barons - and, more importantly, his own corruption and unjust behaviour - led to his being exiled along with his son Hugh Despenser the younger in 1321, when Edmund de Woodstoke replaced him as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports.
2 Sir Hugh le DESPENCER (1223-1265) [576]. Born 1223. Died 4 Aug 1265.
3 Aliva BASSET ( - ) [577].
6 Philip BASSET (1185-1271) [578]. Born 1185. Died 19 Oct 1271.
12 Alan BASSETT (1162-1233) [579]. Born 1162. Marr Aliva DE GAI 1183. Died 1233.
13 Aliva DE GAI (1166- ) [580]. Born 1166.
7 Hawise DE LOUVAINE ( - ) [990].
14 Matthew DE LOUVAINE ( - ) [996].
15 Muriel ( - ) [997].
Henrietta DILLON (1807- )
1 Henrietta Maria DILLON (1807- ) [963]. Born 21 Dec 1807, Halifax, Nova Scotia. Marr Edward John STANLEY 6 Oct 1826.
Catherine DINHAM (1453- )
1 Catherine DINHAM (1453- ) [919]. Born 1453, Nutwell, Devon.
Jane DODGSON ( - )
1 Jane DODGSON ( - ) [672].
Abraham DONALDSON ( - )
1 Abraham (Abe) DONALDSON ( - ) [335]. Born. Died.
Elizabeth DOWSON ( - )
1 Elizabeth Jane DOWSON ( - ) [147]. Born. Died.
Eileen DURLACHER ( - )
1 Eileen DURLACHER ( - ) [462]. Born. Marr Ernest WITHY 21 May 1912. Died.
Charles EAGLAND ( - )
1 Charles EAGLAND ( - ) [1044]. Marr Sarah GULSON 9 Mar 1745, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Elizabeth EMERSON ( - )
1 Elizabeth Ann EMERSON 1 ( - ) [401]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Henry ENGLAND ( - )
1 Henry II of ENGLAND ( - ) [531].
Margaret EVERINGHAM (1334- )
1 Margaret DE EVERINGHAM (1334- ) [1033]. Born 1334, Laxton, Notts. Marr Hugh DE HASTINGS 1352, Elsing, Norfolk.
Agnes EXTE ( - )
1 Agnes EXTE ( - ) [889].
2 Thomas EXTE ( - ) [890].
3 [unnamed person] ( - ) [891].
Thomas EXTE ( - )
1 Thomas EXTE ( - ) [890].
Jennifer FAULCONBRIDGE ( - )
1 Jennifer FAULCONBRIDGE ( - ) [251].
2 Robert FAULCONBRIDGE ( - ) [248]. Born. Died.
3 Karen WILSON (1947- ) [212]. Born 1947. Died.
6 Paul WILSON (1917- ) [75]. Born 1917. Died.
12 John Wilfred (Uncle Jack) WILSON (1885-1954) [62]. Born 1885, Warwickshire. Died 1954.
13 Beatrice May (Trixie) ANDREWS (1888-1967) [73]. Born 1888. Died 1967.
7 Lesley SWINBOURNE (1919- ) [210]. Born 1919. Died.
Lorna FAULCONBRIDGE ( - )
1 Lorna FAULCONBRIDGE ( - ) [250].
2 Robert FAULCONBRIDGE ( - ) [248]. Born. Died.
3 Karen WILSON (1947- ) [212]. Born 1947. Died.
6 Paul WILSON (1917- ) [75]. Born 1917. Died.
12 John Wilfred (Uncle Jack) WILSON (1885-1954) [62]. Born 1885, Warwickshire. Died 1954.
13 Beatrice May (Trixie) ANDREWS (1888-1967) [73]. Born 1888. Died 1967.
7 Lesley SWINBOURNE (1919- ) [210]. Born 1919. Died.
Robert FAULCONBRIDGE ( - )
1 Robert FAULCONBRIDGE ( - ) [248]. Born. Died.
Amy FELTON (1989- )
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| Amy Victoria FELTON, amy1 | |
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| Father: Andrew FELTON, 2006, age 48, andy_2006_1 | |
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| Mother: Pamela Kay WITHY, 2009, age 55, kay1 | |
1 Amy Victoria FELTON 1 (1989- ) [28]. Born 26 Apr 1989, Arrow Park, Wirral. Died.
2 Andrew FELTON 2 (1958- ) [26]. Born 24 Nov 1958. Died.
4 Arthur FELTON ( - ) [104]. Born. Died.
5 May CURREN ( - ) [105]. Born.
3 Pamela Kay WITHY 2 (1954- ) [25]. Born 16 May 1954. Died.
6 George WITHY 3 (1924-1998) [8]. Born 15 May 1924. Marr Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 1950. Died 17 Nov 1998, 3 Woodside Road, Irby, Wirral.
George Withy attended Bikenhead Park High School and served with the Royal Artillery during World War II. He began his career in journalism in the 1940's as a trainee with the old Birkenhead News and then spent several years working for newspaper
s in the Midlands, before returning to Merseyside in 1960 to the Daily Post as a sub-editor. Later, he became chief sub-editor. George then joined the Liverpool Echo, where he was night news editor for many years before becoming assistant editor and retring in 1989.
George Withy was synonymous on merseyside with the Institute of Journalists (IOJ), (now the Chartered IOJ) and was for many years the Liverpool District Chairman as well as the Chairman of the national Salaries and Conditions Board. He was a form
er President of the Institute, and also served for a number of years on the Press Council. He was awarded a life Fellowship of the CIOJ on 1 March 1998 He suffered from Altzheimer's Disease during the latter years of his life, but remained at home in Irby throughout his illness, cared for by his wife, Betty, and their two daughters Carol and Kay. He died peacefully at home, with his family at his side. The funeral took place at St Bartholomew's Church, Thurstaston. (See Obituary Notices & Journalism Training Centre Dedication).
12 George WITHY (1886-1967) [500]. Born 10 Jan 1886, Durham, West Hartlepool. Marr Margaret Ellen GIBSON 26 Sep 1936. Marr Margaret Ellen GIBSON. Died 1967, Heswall nursing home.
Born in 1886, in West Hartlepool. Apprenticed as a Ships' draughtsman, he first moved to Vickers Armstrong (Barrow-in-Furness). He moved to Birkenhead in 1915 (living at 11, Ashburton Road) to take charge of the building of the first submarine contract obtained for the Shipyard. For 35 years, he was the senior Naval architect on Admiralty construction at Cammell Laird & Co. (Shipbuilders and Engineers) Ltd., Birkenhead. He supervised all their Naval construction, including the battleships Rodney and Prince of Wales. The first Ark Royal, and many smaller vessels.
He was married 3 times. First to Sarah Alice Stankley (1916). She died in the 1918 flue epidemic. He then married her twin sister(?), Elizabeth Alma Stankley. Following her death in 1934 from 'a stomach problem', he married Margaret Ellen Gibson on 26/09/1936. (details from Jennifer Stankley).
13 Elizabeth Alma STANKLEY 4 (1890-1934) [162]. Born 1890. Died 28 Jan 1934, Birkenhead General Hospital.
Second wife of George Withy (B 10.01.1886) (see Marriage Certificate). The sister of Sarah Alice Stankley, his first wife. Elizabeth Alma died in 1934 (See death certificate).
7 Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 2 (1925- ) [9]. Born 14 Sep 1925, Northfield, Birmingham(at home). Died.
14 Bertram Allen GRAY (1892?-1981) [34]. Born 1892 (app), Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died 1981.
Bertram's first wife was Milly, mother of Edward (Ted) Gray, who was adopted by Avon James Gray and Mabel Wilson
Kings Norton
In 1911 census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath, Worcestershire - Apprentice.
15 Dorothy (Dolly) WILSON 5 (1902-1981) [35]. Born 19 Apr 1902, Kingsheath Birmingham. Died 12 Aug 1981, Birmingham.
Second wife of Bertram Allen Gray (first wife was Milly).
Sources
| 1 | Kay Withy (mother) |
| 2 | In person |
| 3 | In person, Wife (D B Gray) & obituaries |
| 4 | Jennifer Stankley |
| 5 | Daughter - D B Gray |
Andrew FELTON (1958- )
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| Andrew FELTON, 2006, age 48, andy_2006_1 | |
1 Andrew FELTON 1 (1958- ) [26]. Born 24 Nov 1958. Died.
2 Arthur FELTON ( - ) [104]. Born. Died.
3 May CURREN ( - ) [105]. Born.
Sources
| 1 | In person |
Arthur FELTON ( - )
1 Arthur FELTON ( - ) [104]. Born. Died.
John FELTON (1987- )
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| John Alexander FELTON, john1 | |
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| Father: Andrew FELTON, 2006, age 48, andy_2006_1 | |
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| Mother: Pamela Kay WITHY, 2009, age 55, kay1 | |
1 John Alexander FELTON 1 (1987- ) [27]. Born 26 Jun 1987, Arrow Park, Wirral. Died.
2 Andrew FELTON 2 (1958- ) [26]. Born 24 Nov 1958. Died.
4 Arthur FELTON ( - ) [104]. Born. Died.
5 May CURREN ( - ) [105]. Born.
3 Pamela Kay WITHY 2 (1954- ) [25]. Born 16 May 1954. Died.
6 George WITHY 3 (1924-1998) [8]. Born 15 May 1924. Marr Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 1950. Died 17 Nov 1998, 3 Woodside Road, Irby, Wirral.
George Withy attended Bikenhead Park High School and served with the Royal Artillery during World War II. He began his career in journalism in the 1940's as a trainee with the old Birkenhead News and then spent several years working for newspaper
s in the Midlands, before returning to Merseyside in 1960 to the Daily Post as a sub-editor. Later, he became chief sub-editor. George then joined the Liverpool Echo, where he was night news editor for many years before becoming assistant editor and retring in 1989.
George Withy was synonymous on merseyside with the Institute of Journalists (IOJ), (now the Chartered IOJ) and was for many years the Liverpool District Chairman as well as the Chairman of the national Salaries and Conditions Board. He was a form
er President of the Institute, and also served for a number of years on the Press Council. He was awarded a life Fellowship of the CIOJ on 1 March 1998 He suffered from Altzheimer's Disease during the latter years of his life, but remained at home in Irby throughout his illness, cared for by his wife, Betty, and their two daughters Carol and Kay. He died peacefully at home, with his family at his side. The funeral took place at St Bartholomew's Church, Thurstaston. (See Obituary Notices & Journalism Training Centre Dedication).
12 George WITHY (1886-1967) [500]. Born 10 Jan 1886, Durham, West Hartlepool. Marr Margaret Ellen GIBSON 26 Sep 1936. Marr Margaret Ellen GIBSON. Died 1967, Heswall nursing home.
Born in 1886, in West Hartlepool. Apprenticed as a Ships' draughtsman, he first moved to Vickers Armstrong (Barrow-in-Furness). He moved to Birkenhead in 1915 (living at 11, Ashburton Road) to take charge of the building of the first submarine contract obtained for the Shipyard. For 35 years, he was the senior Naval architect on Admiralty construction at Cammell Laird & Co. (Shipbuilders and Engineers) Ltd., Birkenhead. He supervised all their Naval construction, including the battleships Rodney and Prince of Wales. The first Ark Royal, and many smaller vessels.
He was married 3 times. First to Sarah Alice Stankley (1916). She died in the 1918 flue epidemic. He then married her twin sister(?), Elizabeth Alma Stankley. Following her death in 1934 from 'a stomach problem', he married Margaret Ellen Gibson on 26/09/1936. (details from Jennifer Stankley).
13 Elizabeth Alma STANKLEY 4 (1890-1934) [162]. Born 1890. Died 28 Jan 1934, Birkenhead General Hospital.
Second wife of George Withy (B 10.01.1886) (see Marriage Certificate). The sister of Sarah Alice Stankley, his first wife. Elizabeth Alma died in 1934 (See death certificate).
7 Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 2 (1925- ) [9]. Born 14 Sep 1925, Northfield, Birmingham(at home). Died.
14 Bertram Allen GRAY (1892?-1981) [34]. Born 1892 (app), Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died 1981.
Bertram's first wife was Milly, mother of Edward (Ted) Gray, who was adopted by Avon James Gray and Mabel Wilson
Kings Norton
In 1911 census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath, Worcestershire - Apprentice.
15 Dorothy (Dolly) WILSON 5 (1902-1981) [35]. Born 19 Apr 1902, Kingsheath Birmingham. Died 12 Aug 1981, Birmingham.
Second wife of Bertram Allen Gray (first wife was Milly).
Sources
| 1 | Kay Withy (mother) |
| 2 | In person |
| 3 | In person, Wife (D B Gray) & obituaries |
| 4 | Jennifer Stankley |
| 5 | Daughter - D B Gray |
Saint FERDINAND (1199-1252)
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| Saint FERDINAND III, Saint Ferdinand III | |
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| Father: Alfonso IX of LEÓN, Alfonso IX of León | |
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| Mother: Dońa BERENGUELA, 1246, age 66, Dońa_Berenguela_01 | |
1 Saint FERDINAND III (1199-1252) [454]. Born 5 Aug 1199. Marr Joan of DAMMARTIN. Died 30 May 1252.
King of Castile from 1217 and King of Galicia and León from 1230.
2 Alfonso IX of LEÓN (1171-1230?) [597]. Born 15 Aug 1171. Died 23 Sep 1230 (app).
Was king of León and Galicia from the death of his father Ferdinand II in 1188 until his own death. According to Ibn Khaldun, he is said to have been called the Baboso or Slobberer because he was subject to fits of rage during which he foamed at the mouth.
3 Dońa BERENGUELA (1180-1246) [457]. Born 1180. Marr Alfonso IX FERNANDEZ 1197. Died 8 Nov 1246.
6 Alfonso VIII of CASTILE ( - ) [533].
7 Eleanor PLANTAGENET ( - ) [530].
14 Henry II of ENGLAND ( - ) [531].
15 Eleanor of AQUITAINE ( - ) [532].
Alfonso FERNANDEZ (1171-1230)
1 Alfonso IX FERNANDEZ (1171-1230) [456]. Born 15 Aug 1171. Marr Dońa BERENGUELA 1197. Died 24 Sep 1230.
2 Fernando II Alfonsez KING OF LEON ( - ) [458]. Born. Marr Urraca Affonsez QUEEN OF LEON. Died.
3 Urraca Affonsez QUEEN OF LEON ( - ) [459]. Died.
Constance FERNANDEZ (1205?-1242)
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1 Constance FERNANDEZ (1205?-1242) [539]. Born 1205 (app). Died 7 Sep 1242, Las Huelgas, Burgos.
became a nun at Las Huelgas, Burgos, where she died.
2 Alfonso IX FERNANDEZ (1171-1230) [456]. Born 15 Aug 1171. Marr Dońa BERENGUELA 1197. Died 24 Sep 1230.
4 Fernando II Alfonsez KING OF LEON ( - ) [458]. Born. Marr Urraca Affonsez QUEEN OF LEON. Died.
5 Urraca Affonsez QUEEN OF LEON ( - ) [459]. Died.
3 Dońa BERENGUELA (1180-1246) [457]. Born 1180. Died 8 Nov 1246.
Note on Marriage to Alfonso IX FERNANDEZ: Annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins.
6 Alfonso VIII of CASTILE ( - ) [533].
7 Eleanor PLANTAGENET ( - ) [530].
14 Henry II of ENGLAND ( - ) [531].
15 Eleanor of AQUITAINE ( - ) [532].
Anne FERRERS ( - )
1 Anne DE FERRERS ( - ) [1007].
2 William DE FERRERS (1240-1287) [1001]. Born 1240. Died 1287.
3 Anne LE DESPENCER ( - ) [1003].
6 Hugh LE DESPENCER ( - ) [1004].
7 Aliva BASSETT ( - ) [1005].
Joan FERRERS ( - )
1 Joan FERRERS ( - ) [867].
Margaret FERRERS ( - )
1 Margaret FERRERS ( - ) [614].
2 William FERRERS ( - ) [615].
William FERRERS ( - )
1 William FERRERS ( - ) [615].
William FERRERS (1270- )
1 William DE FERRERS (1270- ) [1006]. Born 30 Jan 1270.
2 William DE FERRERS (1240-1287) [1001]. Born 1240. Died 1287.
3 Anne LE DESPENCER ( - ) [1003].
6 Hugh LE DESPENCER ( - ) [1004].
7 Aliva BASSETT ( - ) [1005].
William FERRERS (1240-1287)
1 William DE FERRERS (1240-1287) [1001]. Born 1240. Died 1287.
Anne FISHBURN (1943- )
1 Anne FISHBURN (1943- ) [219]. Born 1943. Died.
Second wife (first was Nicole Grasser (B 1928).
Susan FITZALAN (WADDELL?) ( - )
1 Susan FITZALAN (WADDELL?) ( - ) [182]. Born. Died.
John FITZGEOFFREY (1205?-1258)
1 John FITZGEOFFREY (1205?-1258) [584]. Born 1205 (app), Shere, Surrey, England. Died 23 Nov 1258.
2 Geoffrey Fitz PETER (1162-1213) [585]. Born 1162. Died 1213.
4 Piers de LUTEGARESHALE ( - ) [586].
3 Aveline de CLARE ( - ) [587].
6 Roger de CLARE ( - ) [588].
7 Maud de SAINT-HILAIRE ( - ) [589].
Maud FITZJOHN ( -1301?)
1 Maud FITZJOHN ( -1301?) [583]. Died 16 Apr 1301 (app).
2 John FITZGEOFFREY (1205?-1258) [584]. Born 1205 (app), Shere, Surrey, England. Died 23 Nov 1258.
4 Geoffrey Fitz PETER (1162-1213) [585]. Born 1162. Died 1213.
8 Piers de LUTEGARESHALE ( - ) [586].
5 Aveline de CLARE ( - ) [587].
10 Roger de CLARE ( - ) [588].
11 Maud de SAINT-HILAIRE ( - ) [589].
Elizabeth FLETCHER (1551- )
1 Elizabeth FLETCHER (1551- ) [905]. Born 1551.
2 Richard FLETCHER ( - ) [906].
3 [unnamed person] ( - ) [907].
Richard FLETCHER Of Bangor ( - )
1 Richard FLETCHER ( - ) [906].
Clara FLORENCE ( - )
1 Clara FLORENCE ( - ) [637].
Margery FOLIOT (1312- )
1 Margery FOLIOT (1312- ) [1032]. Born 1312, Gressenham, Norfolk. Marr Hugh DE HASTINGS 1328, Elsing, Norfolk.
Mary FORSTER ( - )
1 Mary FORSTER ( - ) [379]. Born. Died.
Beatrice FOSTER (1892-1970)
1 Beatrice Ada FOSTER (1892-1970) [284]. Born 1892, Houghton Le Spring, Durham. Died 1970.
2 Thomas FOSTER 1 (1861-1924) [279]. Born 1861, Reepham Lincolnshire. Marr Ada BROWN 27 Dec 1886, St. Swithin'S, Lincoln, England. Died 1924.
lived at Drummond Road, Hoylake, Wirral
In 1881 census, lived at 22, Winn Street, Lincoln St Swithin with Sarah Fothergill (widow) - as her Nephew.
In 1891 Census, lived at: 121 William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham
In 1901 Census, lived at: 2, Cable Road, Hoylake Cum West Kirby.
4 John FOSTER (1814- ) [543]. Born 1814, Reepham, Lincolnshire.
5 Ann (1834- ) [544]. Born 1834, Fiskerton, Lincolnshire.
3 Ada BROWN 2 (1867-1948) [280]. Born 1867, Parishes of St Nicholas, lincolnshire. Died 1948.
In 1871v Census, living at: Church Lane, St Nicholas, Lincoln, with BROWN, Mark - Head - M - 43 - 1828 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Jane Wife - F - 30 - 1841 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Emily J - Sister - F - 2 - 1869 - Lincolnshire.
In 1881 Census, living at: 30, Canwick Rd, Lincoln St Mary-Le-Wigford (Stepdaughter to GRAHAM, John William and Jane).
6 Mark BROWN (1828- ) [506]. Born 1828, Lincolnshire.
7 Jane UNKNOWN (1841- ) [507]. Born 1841, Lincolnshire.
Sources
| 1 | Gordon ?? |
| 2 | FHF & EM Marriage Certificate |
Brian FOSTER (1923-1942)
| Brian Mickle FOSTER, 1925, age 2, Brian 1925 (3) | |
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| Father: Frances Harold FOSTER, F H Foster | |
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| Mother: Ethel MICKLE, Ethel Mickel | |
1 Brian Mickle FOSTER 1 (1923-1942) [281]. Born 1923. Died 7 May 1942, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
Accidentally killed on No.1 Pilot boat (fell between the boat and quay-side), aged 19 years during World War 2.
2 Frances Harold FOSTER 2 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
4 Thomas FOSTER 3 (1861-1924) [279]. Born 1861, Reepham Lincolnshire. Marr Ada BROWN 27 Dec 1886, St. Swithin'S, Lincoln, England. Died 1924.
lived at Drummond Road, Hoylake, Wirral
In 1881 census, lived at 22, Winn Street, Lincoln St Swithin with Sarah Fothergill (widow) - as her Nephew.
In 1891 Census, lived at: 121 William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham
In 1901 Census, lived at: 2, Cable Road, Hoylake Cum West Kirby.
8 John FOSTER (1814- ) [543]. Born 1814, Reepham, Lincolnshire.
9 Ann (1834- ) [544]. Born 1834, Fiskerton, Lincolnshire.
5 Ada BROWN 4 (1867-1948) [280]. Born 1867, Parishes of St Nicholas, lincolnshire. Died 1948.
In 1871v Census, living at: Church Lane, St Nicholas, Lincoln, with BROWN, Mark - Head - M - 43 - 1828 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Jane Wife - F - 30 - 1841 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Emily J - Sister - F - 2 - 1869 - Lincolnshire.
In 1881 Census, living at: 30, Canwick Rd, Lincoln St Mary-Le-Wigford (Stepdaughter to GRAHAM, John William and Jane).
10 Mark BROWN (1828- ) [506]. Born 1828, Lincolnshire.
11 Jane UNKNOWN (1841- ) [507]. Born 1841, Lincolnshire.
3 Ethel MICKLE 5 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
6 Charles MICKLE 1 (1855-1927) [277]. Born 1855, Liverpool. Marr Caroline REED 13 Sep 1880, Saint Andrew's Church, Conway Street, Birkenhead, Cheshire. Died 14 Jul 1927, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1861 census, is shown as a Stepson, living with John and Mary GELLATLY, at: 131, Price Street, Birkenhead, with Mary Jane (Stepdaughter - born in 1842 in Liverpool, Lancashire) and Marg (Stepdaughter - born in 1844 in Liverpool, Lancashire - occupation is: Milliner)
In 1871 census, lived at 80 Price Street, Birkenhead, with James Lambert (Univ Glasgow U R C Land & Life London) - occupation, Scholar,
in 1881 census, lived at 44 Rodney Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk (both aged 26, no children listed)
In 1891 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk.
In 1901 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker.
In 1911 census, Lived at 5 Cable Road, Hoylake, Wirral (with a servant - Ida Dodd).
12 George MICKLE (1829-1880?) [548]. Born 1829, Reading. Marr Mary Jane HANNAH. Died 1880 (app).
13 Mary Jane HANNAH (1843- ) [549]. Born 1843, Liverpool.
7 Caroline REED 1 (1856-1929) [278]. Born 18 Sep 1856, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 18 Sep 1929, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
lived at 13 bath Street, Bristol.
14 Henry Reed ( - ) [647].
15 Ann BURNELL (1827- ) [489]. Born 1827, Bridgwater, Somerset.
In 1852, lived at 19, West Street, Clifton, Bristol - Occupation iwas Booksellers
1861 census, lived at: 13, Bath Street, Temple, Bristol - Occupation is: Stationer - born At Sea
1871 census - Lived at 13 Bath Street, Bristol.
Sources
| 1 | Grave stone |
| 2 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 3 | Gordon ?? |
| 4 | FHF & EM Marriage Certificate |
| 5 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
Claire FOSTER (1978- )
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| Father: Michael Harold FOSTER, mike_f | |
1 Claire Julia FOSTER 1 (1978- ) [31]. Born 13 Apr 1978, Clatterbridge Hospital, Bebbington. Marr Marc Iestyn HOWELLS 16 May 2003, Ystrad Mynach, Caerphilly, Wales. Died.
2 Michael Harold FOSTER 2 (1952- ) [22]. Born 8 Mar 1952, Highfield Maternity Hospital, Wallasey. Marr Janet BERNSTEIN 11 May 1974, Westbourne Road Methodist Church, Westkirby.
4 Gordon Harold FOSTER 3 (1918-1996) [13]. Born 1918, Cable Road, Hoylake. Marr Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 9 Mar 1951, Wallasey, Cheshire. Died 18 Jul 1996.
8 Frances Harold FOSTER 4 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
9 Ethel MICKLE 5 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
5 Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 1 (1923-2009) [21]. Born 23 Aug 1923, Marsham, Norfolk, England. Died 2 Aug 2009.
Lived in a Christian home. Adopted at age of (???) , by a (single) School Teacher.
Real mother was secretary to a butcher/farm manager. Father is believed to be the butcher/farm manager.
Original name, Poppy Freeman.
Grace Christian was also adopted by the 'school teacher'.
10 William Martin WINK (1892-1983) [669]. Born 19 Jun 1892, Norfolk. Died 14 Oct 1983.
11 Ruby Lenora FREEMAN (1896-1979) [300]. Born 19 Dec 1896, Halesworth, Suffolk, England. Died 1979, Gipping, Suffolk, England.
3 Janet BERNSTEIN 1 (1953- ) [29]. Born 9 Mar 1953, Hoscope Park Nursing Home, Westkirby.
6 John BERNSTEIN (1912-1971) [295]. Born 29 Dec 1912, Liverpool, Lancashire, England. Marr Gladys LINLEY 28 Feb 1942, Methodist Church, Wesbourne Road, W. Died 15 May 1971, Hoylake, Cheshire, England.
12 Frederick William BERNSTEIN (1876- ) [659]. Born 1876. Marr Senny ALDAM 10 Oct 1909, St. Alban Church, Bevington, Liverpool.
13 Senny ALDAM (1885-1959) [661]. Born 1885, Liverpool. Died 1959.
7 Gladys LINLEY (1914-2003) [294]. Born 21 Jan 1914, Dinmore, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England. Died 2 Mar 2003, Abbeyfield Nursing Home, Wesr Kirby, Wirral, Ch.
14 William LINLEY ( - ) [662].
15 Mary Anne JONES ( - ) [663].
Sources
| 1 | In person |
| 2 | Mother (Mollie Foster) & In person |
| 3 | Relatives |
| 4 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 5 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
Eileen FOSTER (1957- )
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| Father: Gordon Harold FOSTER, G H Foster | |
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| Mother: Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN, mollie_f | |
1 Eileen FOSTER 1 (1957- ) [24]. Born 8 Mar 1957, 10, Sandringham Avenue, Hoylake. Died.
2 Gordon Harold FOSTER 2 (1918-1996) [13]. Born 1918, Cable Road, Hoylake. Marr Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 9 Mar 1951, Wallasey, Cheshire. Died 18 Jul 1996.
4 Frances Harold FOSTER 3 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
8 Thomas FOSTER 4 (1861-1924) [279]. Born 1861, Reepham Lincolnshire. Marr Ada BROWN 27 Dec 1886, St. Swithin'S, Lincoln, England. Died 1924.
lived at Drummond Road, Hoylake, Wirral
In 1881 census, lived at 22, Winn Street, Lincoln St Swithin with Sarah Fothergill (widow) - as her Nephew.
In 1891 Census, lived at: 121 William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham
In 1901 Census, lived at: 2, Cable Road, Hoylake Cum West Kirby.
9 Ada BROWN 5 (1867-1948) [280]. Born 1867, Parishes of St Nicholas, lincolnshire. Died 1948.
In 1871v Census, living at: Church Lane, St Nicholas, Lincoln, with BROWN, Mark - Head - M - 43 - 1828 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Jane Wife - F - 30 - 1841 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Emily J - Sister - F - 2 - 1869 - Lincolnshire.
In 1881 Census, living at: 30, Canwick Rd, Lincoln St Mary-Le-Wigford (Stepdaughter to GRAHAM, John William and Jane).
5 Ethel MICKLE 6 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
10 Charles MICKLE 7 (1855-1927) [277]. Born 1855, Liverpool. Marr Caroline REED 13 Sep 1880, Saint Andrew's Church, Conway Street, Birkenhead, Cheshire. Died 14 Jul 1927, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1861 census, is shown as a Stepson, living with John and Mary GELLATLY, at: 131, Price Street, Birkenhead, with Mary Jane (Stepdaughter - born in 1842 in Liverpool, Lancashire) and Marg (Stepdaughter - born in 1844 in Liverpool, Lancashire - occupation is: Milliner)
In 1871 census, lived at 80 Price Street, Birkenhead, with James Lambert (Univ Glasgow U R C Land & Life London) - occupation, Scholar,
in 1881 census, lived at 44 Rodney Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk (both aged 26, no children listed)
In 1891 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk.
In 1901 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker.
In 1911 census, Lived at 5 Cable Road, Hoylake, Wirral (with a servant - Ida Dodd).
11 Caroline REED 7 (1856-1929) [278]. Born 18 Sep 1856, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 18 Sep 1929, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
lived at 13 bath Street, Bristol.
3 Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 8 (1923-2009) [21]. Born 23 Aug 1923, Marsham, Norfolk, England. Died 2 Aug 2009.
Lived in a Christian home. Adopted at age of (???) , by a (single) School Teacher.
Real mother was secretary to a butcher/farm manager. Father is believed to be the butcher/farm manager.
Original name, Poppy Freeman.
Grace Christian was also adopted by the 'school teacher'.
6 William Martin WINK (1892-1983) [669]. Born 19 Jun 1892, Norfolk. Died 14 Oct 1983.
12 Frederick WINK ( - ) [670].
7 Ruby Lenora FREEMAN (1896-1979) [300]. Born 19 Dec 1896, Halesworth, Suffolk, England. Died 1979, Gipping, Suffolk, England.
Sources
| 1 | Mother |
| 2 | Relatives |
| 3 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 4 | Gordon ?? |
| 5 | FHF & EM Marriage Certificate |
| 6 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
| 7 | Grave stone |
| 8 | In person |
Frances FOSTER (1887-1954)
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| Frances Harold FOSTER, F H Foster | |
1 Frances Harold FOSTER 1 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
2 Thomas FOSTER 2 (1861-1924) [279]. Born 1861, Reepham Lincolnshire. Marr Ada BROWN 27 Dec 1886, St. Swithin'S, Lincoln, England. Died 1924.
lived at Drummond Road, Hoylake, Wirral
In 1881 census, lived at 22, Winn Street, Lincoln St Swithin with Sarah Fothergill (widow) - as her Nephew.
In 1891 Census, lived at: 121 William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham
In 1901 Census, lived at: 2, Cable Road, Hoylake Cum West Kirby.
4 John FOSTER (1814- ) [543]. Born 1814, Reepham, Lincolnshire.
5 Ann (1834- ) [544]. Born 1834, Fiskerton, Lincolnshire.
3 Ada BROWN 3 (1867-1948) [280]. Born 1867, Parishes of St Nicholas, lincolnshire. Died 1948.
In 1871v Census, living at: Church Lane, St Nicholas, Lincoln, with BROWN, Mark - Head - M - 43 - 1828 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Jane Wife - F - 30 - 1841 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Emily J - Sister - F - 2 - 1869 - Lincolnshire.
In 1881 Census, living at: 30, Canwick Rd, Lincoln St Mary-Le-Wigford (Stepdaughter to GRAHAM, John William and Jane).
6 Mark BROWN (1828- ) [506]. Born 1828, Lincolnshire.
7 Jane UNKNOWN (1841- ) [507]. Born 1841, Lincolnshire.
Sources
| 1 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 2 | Gordon ?? |
| 3 | FHF & EM Marriage Certificate |
Gillian FOSTER ( - )
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| Gillian FOSTER, gilln_f | |
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| Father: Ian FOSTER, 1935, Ian Sept 1935 | |
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| Mother: Pat NOALAN, pat_f | |
1 Gillian FOSTER ( - ) [18]. Born. Died.
2 Ian FOSTER ( - ) [14]. Marr Pat NOALAN.
4 Frances Harold FOSTER 1 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
8 Thomas FOSTER 2 (1861-1924) [279]. Born 1861, Reepham Lincolnshire. Marr Ada BROWN 27 Dec 1886, St. Swithin'S, Lincoln, England. Died 1924.
lived at Drummond Road, Hoylake, Wirral
In 1881 census, lived at 22, Winn Street, Lincoln St Swithin with Sarah Fothergill (widow) - as her Nephew.
In 1891 Census, lived at: 121 William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham
In 1901 Census, lived at: 2, Cable Road, Hoylake Cum West Kirby.
9 Ada BROWN 3 (1867-1948) [280]. Born 1867, Parishes of St Nicholas, lincolnshire. Died 1948.
In 1871v Census, living at: Church Lane, St Nicholas, Lincoln, with BROWN, Mark - Head - M - 43 - 1828 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Jane Wife - F - 30 - 1841 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Emily J - Sister - F - 2 - 1869 - Lincolnshire.
In 1881 Census, living at: 30, Canwick Rd, Lincoln St Mary-Le-Wigford (Stepdaughter to GRAHAM, John William and Jane).
5 Ethel MICKLE 4 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
10 Charles MICKLE 5 (1855-1927) [277]. Born 1855, Liverpool. Marr Caroline REED 13 Sep 1880, Saint Andrew's Church, Conway Street, Birkenhead, Cheshire. Died 14 Jul 1927, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1861 census, is shown as a Stepson, living with John and Mary GELLATLY, at: 131, Price Street, Birkenhead, with Mary Jane (Stepdaughter - born in 1842 in Liverpool, Lancashire) and Marg (Stepdaughter - born in 1844 in Liverpool, Lancashire - occupation is: Milliner)
In 1871 census, lived at 80 Price Street, Birkenhead, with James Lambert (Univ Glasgow U R C Land & Life London) - occupation, Scholar,
in 1881 census, lived at 44 Rodney Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk (both aged 26, no children listed)
In 1891 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk.
In 1901 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker.
In 1911 census, Lived at 5 Cable Road, Hoylake, Wirral (with a servant - Ida Dodd).
11 Caroline REED 5 (1856-1929) [278]. Born 18 Sep 1856, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 18 Sep 1929, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
lived at 13 bath Street, Bristol.
3 Pat NOALAN ( - ) [20]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 2 | Gordon ?? |
| 3 | FHF & EM Marriage Certificate |
| 4 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
| 5 | Grave stone |
Gordon FOSTER (1918-1996)
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| Gordon Harold FOSTER, G H Foster | |
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| Father: Frances Harold FOSTER, F H Foster | |
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| Mother: Ethel MICKLE, Ethel Mickel | |
1 Gordon Harold FOSTER 1 (1918-1996) [13]. Born 1918, Cable Road, Hoylake. Marr Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 9 Mar 1951, Wallasey, Cheshire. Died 18 Jul 1996.
2 Frances Harold FOSTER 2 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
4 Thomas FOSTER 3 (1861-1924) [279]. Born 1861, Reepham Lincolnshire. Marr Ada BROWN 27 Dec 1886, St. Swithin'S, Lincoln, England. Died 1924.
lived at Drummond Road, Hoylake, Wirral
In 1881 census, lived at 22, Winn Street, Lincoln St Swithin with Sarah Fothergill (widow) - as her Nephew.
In 1891 Census, lived at: 121 William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham
In 1901 Census, lived at: 2, Cable Road, Hoylake Cum West Kirby.
8 John FOSTER (1814- ) [543]. Born 1814, Reepham, Lincolnshire.
9 Ann (1834- ) [544]. Born 1834, Fiskerton, Lincolnshire.
5 Ada BROWN 4 (1867-1948) [280]. Born 1867, Parishes of St Nicholas, lincolnshire. Died 1948.
In 1871v Census, living at: Church Lane, St Nicholas, Lincoln, with BROWN, Mark - Head - M - 43 - 1828 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Jane Wife - F - 30 - 1841 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Emily J - Sister - F - 2 - 1869 - Lincolnshire.
In 1881 Census, living at: 30, Canwick Rd, Lincoln St Mary-Le-Wigford (Stepdaughter to GRAHAM, John William and Jane).
10 Mark BROWN (1828- ) [506]. Born 1828, Lincolnshire.
11 Jane UNKNOWN (1841- ) [507]. Born 1841, Lincolnshire.
3 Ethel MICKLE 5 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
6 Charles MICKLE 6 (1855-1927) [277]. Born 1855, Liverpool. Marr Caroline REED 13 Sep 1880, Saint Andrew's Church, Conway Street, Birkenhead, Cheshire. Died 14 Jul 1927, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1861 census, is shown as a Stepson, living with John and Mary GELLATLY, at: 131, Price Street, Birkenhead, with Mary Jane (Stepdaughter - born in 1842 in Liverpool, Lancashire) and Marg (Stepdaughter - born in 1844 in Liverpool, Lancashire - occupation is: Milliner)
In 1871 census, lived at 80 Price Street, Birkenhead, with James Lambert (Univ Glasgow U R C Land & Life London) - occupation, Scholar,
in 1881 census, lived at 44 Rodney Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk (both aged 26, no children listed)
In 1891 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk.
In 1901 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker.
In 1911 census, Lived at 5 Cable Road, Hoylake, Wirral (with a servant - Ida Dodd).
12 George MICKLE (1829-1880?) [548]. Born 1829, Reading. Marr Mary Jane HANNAH. Died 1880 (app).
13 Mary Jane HANNAH (1843- ) [549]. Born 1843, Liverpool.
7 Caroline REED 6 (1856-1929) [278]. Born 18 Sep 1856, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 18 Sep 1929, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
lived at 13 bath Street, Bristol.
14 Henry Reed ( - ) [647].
15 Ann BURNELL (1827- ) [489]. Born 1827, Bridgwater, Somerset.
In 1852, lived at 19, West Street, Clifton, Bristol - Occupation iwas Booksellers
1861 census, lived at: 13, Bath Street, Temple, Bristol - Occupation is: Stationer - born At Sea
1871 census - Lived at 13 Bath Street, Bristol.
Sources
| 1 | Relatives |
| 2 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 3 | Gordon ?? |
| 4 | FHF & EM Marriage Certificate |
| 5 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
| 6 | Grave stone |
Henry FOSTER (1853- )
1 Henry FOSTER (1853- ) [546]. Born 1853, Reepham, Lincolnshire.
2 John FOSTER (1814- ) [543]. Born 1814, Reepham, Lincolnshire.
3 Ann (1834- ) [544]. Born 1834, Fiskerton, Lincolnshire.
Ian FOSTER ( - )
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| Ian FOSTER, 1935, Ian Sept 1935 | |
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| Father: Frances Harold FOSTER, F H Foster | |
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| Mother: Ethel MICKLE, Ethel Mickel | |
1 Ian FOSTER ( - ) [14]. Marr Pat NOALAN.
2 Frances Harold FOSTER 1 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
4 Thomas FOSTER 2 (1861-1924) [279]. Born 1861, Reepham Lincolnshire. Marr Ada BROWN 27 Dec 1886, St. Swithin'S, Lincoln, England. Died 1924.
lived at Drummond Road, Hoylake, Wirral
In 1881 census, lived at 22, Winn Street, Lincoln St Swithin with Sarah Fothergill (widow) - as her Nephew.
In 1891 Census, lived at: 121 William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham
In 1901 Census, lived at: 2, Cable Road, Hoylake Cum West Kirby.
8 John FOSTER (1814- ) [543]. Born 1814, Reepham, Lincolnshire.
9 Ann (1834- ) [544]. Born 1834, Fiskerton, Lincolnshire.
5 Ada BROWN 3 (1867-1948) [280]. Born 1867, Parishes of St Nicholas, lincolnshire. Died 1948.
In 1871v Census, living at: Church Lane, St Nicholas, Lincoln, with BROWN, Mark - Head - M - 43 - 1828 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Jane Wife - F - 30 - 1841 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Emily J - Sister - F - 2 - 1869 - Lincolnshire.
In 1881 Census, living at: 30, Canwick Rd, Lincoln St Mary-Le-Wigford (Stepdaughter to GRAHAM, John William and Jane).
10 Mark BROWN (1828- ) [506]. Born 1828, Lincolnshire.
11 Jane UNKNOWN (1841- ) [507]. Born 1841, Lincolnshire.
3 Ethel MICKLE 4 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
6 Charles MICKLE 5 (1855-1927) [277]. Born 1855, Liverpool. Marr Caroline REED 13 Sep 1880, Saint Andrew's Church, Conway Street, Birkenhead, Cheshire. Died 14 Jul 1927, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1861 census, is shown as a Stepson, living with John and Mary GELLATLY, at: 131, Price Street, Birkenhead, with Mary Jane (Stepdaughter - born in 1842 in Liverpool, Lancashire) and Marg (Stepdaughter - born in 1844 in Liverpool, Lancashire - occupation is: Milliner)
In 1871 census, lived at 80 Price Street, Birkenhead, with James Lambert (Univ Glasgow U R C Land & Life London) - occupation, Scholar,
in 1881 census, lived at 44 Rodney Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk (both aged 26, no children listed)
In 1891 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk.
In 1901 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker.
In 1911 census, Lived at 5 Cable Road, Hoylake, Wirral (with a servant - Ida Dodd).
12 George MICKLE (1829-1880?) [548]. Born 1829, Reading. Marr Mary Jane HANNAH. Died 1880 (app).
13 Mary Jane HANNAH (1843- ) [549]. Born 1843, Liverpool.
7 Caroline REED 5 (1856-1929) [278]. Born 18 Sep 1856, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 18 Sep 1929, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
lived at 13 bath Street, Bristol.
14 Henry Reed ( - ) [647].
15 Ann BURNELL (1827- ) [489]. Born 1827, Bridgwater, Somerset.
In 1852, lived at 19, West Street, Clifton, Bristol - Occupation iwas Booksellers
1861 census, lived at: 13, Bath Street, Temple, Bristol - Occupation is: Stationer - born At Sea
1871 census - Lived at 13 Bath Street, Bristol.
Sources
| 1 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 2 | Gordon ?? |
| 3 | FHF & EM Marriage Certificate |
| 4 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
| 5 | Grave stone |
Jack FOSTER (2007- )
1 Jack harry Robert FOSTER (2007- ) [652]. Born 2 Dec 2007, Scarborough, Yorkshire, England.
2 Mark John Harold FOSTER 1 (1975- ) [30]. Born 25 Dec 1975, Clatterbridge Hospital, Bebbington. Marr Hazel Georgina GARRETT 21 Aug 1999, St Augustine's Church, Bradford, Engl. Died.
4 Michael Harold FOSTER 2 (1952- ) [22]. Born 8 Mar 1952, Highfield Maternity Hospital, Wallasey. Marr Janet BERNSTEIN 11 May 1974, Westbourne Road Methodist Church, Westkirby.
8 Gordon Harold FOSTER 3 (1918-1996) [13]. Born 1918, Cable Road, Hoylake. Marr Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 9 Mar 1951, Wallasey, Cheshire. Died 18 Jul 1996.
9 Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 4 (1923-2009) [21]. Born 23 Aug 1923, Marsham, Norfolk, England. Died 2 Aug 2009.
Lived in a Christian home. Adopted at age of (???) , by a (single) School Teacher.
Real mother was secretary to a butcher/farm manager. Father is believed to be the butcher/farm manager.
Original name, Poppy Freeman.
Grace Christian was also adopted by the 'school teacher'.
5 Janet BERNSTEIN 4 (1953- ) [29]. Born 9 Mar 1953, Hoscope Park Nursing Home, Westkirby.
10 John BERNSTEIN (1912-1971) [295]. Born 29 Dec 1912, Liverpool, Lancashire, England. Marr Gladys LINLEY 28 Feb 1942, Methodist Church, Wesbourne Road, W. Died 15 May 1971, Hoylake, Cheshire, England.
11 Gladys LINLEY (1914-2003) [294]. Born 21 Jan 1914, Dinmore, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England. Died 2 Mar 2003, Abbeyfield Nursing Home, Wesr Kirby, Wirral, Ch.
3 Hazel Georgina GARRETT (1976- ) [651]. Born 4 Aug 1976.
Sources
| 1 | Janet Bernstein (mother) |
| 2 | Mother (Mollie Foster) & In person |
| 3 | Relatives |
| 4 | In person |
John FOSTER (1850- )
1 John FOSTER (1850- ) [545]. Born 1850, Reepham, Lincolnshire.
2 John FOSTER (1814- ) [543]. Born 1814, Reepham, Lincolnshire.
3 Ann (1834- ) [544]. Born 1834, Fiskerton, Lincolnshire.
John FOSTER (1814- )
1 John FOSTER (1814- ) [543]. Born 1814, Reepham, Lincolnshire.
Karen FOSTER ( - )
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| Karen FOSTER, karen_f | |
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| Father: Ian FOSTER, 1935, Ian Sept 1935 | |
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| Mother: Pat NOALAN, pat_f | |
1 Karen FOSTER ( - ) [17]. Born. Died.
2 Ian FOSTER ( - ) [14]. Marr Pat NOALAN.
4 Frances Harold FOSTER 1 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
8 Thomas FOSTER 2 (1861-1924) [279]. Born 1861, Reepham Lincolnshire. Marr Ada BROWN 27 Dec 1886, St. Swithin'S, Lincoln, England. Died 1924.
lived at Drummond Road, Hoylake, Wirral
In 1881 census, lived at 22, Winn Street, Lincoln St Swithin with Sarah Fothergill (widow) - as her Nephew.
In 1891 Census, lived at: 121 William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham
In 1901 Census, lived at: 2, Cable Road, Hoylake Cum West Kirby.
9 Ada BROWN 3 (1867-1948) [280]. Born 1867, Parishes of St Nicholas, lincolnshire. Died 1948.
In 1871v Census, living at: Church Lane, St Nicholas, Lincoln, with BROWN, Mark - Head - M - 43 - 1828 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Jane Wife - F - 30 - 1841 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Emily J - Sister - F - 2 - 1869 - Lincolnshire.
In 1881 Census, living at: 30, Canwick Rd, Lincoln St Mary-Le-Wigford (Stepdaughter to GRAHAM, John William and Jane).
5 Ethel MICKLE 4 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
10 Charles MICKLE 5 (1855-1927) [277]. Born 1855, Liverpool. Marr Caroline REED 13 Sep 1880, Saint Andrew's Church, Conway Street, Birkenhead, Cheshire. Died 14 Jul 1927, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1861 census, is shown as a Stepson, living with John and Mary GELLATLY, at: 131, Price Street, Birkenhead, with Mary Jane (Stepdaughter - born in 1842 in Liverpool, Lancashire) and Marg (Stepdaughter - born in 1844 in Liverpool, Lancashire - occupation is: Milliner)
In 1871 census, lived at 80 Price Street, Birkenhead, with James Lambert (Univ Glasgow U R C Land & Life London) - occupation, Scholar,
in 1881 census, lived at 44 Rodney Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk (both aged 26, no children listed)
In 1891 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk.
In 1901 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker.
In 1911 census, Lived at 5 Cable Road, Hoylake, Wirral (with a servant - Ida Dodd).
11 Caroline REED 5 (1856-1929) [278]. Born 18 Sep 1856, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 18 Sep 1929, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
lived at 13 bath Street, Bristol.
3 Pat NOALAN ( - ) [20]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 2 | Gordon ?? |
| 3 | FHF & EM Marriage Certificate |
| 4 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
| 5 | Grave stone |
Kathleen FOSTER (1915-1967)
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| Kathleen Ada FOSTER, Kathleen Worrall | |
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| Father: Frances Harold FOSTER, F H Foster | |
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| Mother: Ethel MICKLE, Ethel Mickel | |
1 Kathleen Ada FOSTER 1 (1915-1967) [6]. Born 5 Feb 1915, 365 Lipton St, Winnipeg, Canada. Bap 14 Mar 1915, ASt Michael and All Angels' Church, Winnipeg. Marr William John WORRALL 1945. Died 7 Mar 1967, At home - 6, Ethelbert Rd, Meols Hoylake, Wirral.
Born in Winnipeg (365 Lipton Street), Canada on 5th Feb 1915, at 1:05 am.
Spent the first few years of her life living at 365, Lipton St, Winnipeg, Canada (see Ethel Mickle). - Lipton Street was named for British tea merchant Thomas Lipton (1850-1931) in 1903.
Baptised at St Michael and All Angels Church on 14 March 1915
Attended Minto House School, Meols
Confirmed on 13 December 1932.
Worked at Levers, Port Sunlight, before marrying on 04 July 1945.
Member of the Cheshire 90 (ladies) Red Cross. Awarded certificate for "Devoted service to the cause of humanity during 2nd World War 1939-1945", Signed by King George & Elizabeth R.
Died at home from cancer (Peritoneal carcinoma and carcinoma of small intestine); Buried in Grange Cemetry, Wirral.
2 Frances Harold FOSTER 2 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
4 Thomas FOSTER 3 (1861-1924) [279]. Born 1861, Reepham Lincolnshire. Marr Ada BROWN 27 Dec 1886, St. Swithin'S, Lincoln, England. Died 1924.
lived at Drummond Road, Hoylake, Wirral
In 1881 census, lived at 22, Winn Street, Lincoln St Swithin with Sarah Fothergill (widow) - as her Nephew.
In 1891 Census, lived at: 121 William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham
In 1901 Census, lived at: 2, Cable Road, Hoylake Cum West Kirby.
8 John FOSTER (1814- ) [543]. Born 1814, Reepham, Lincolnshire.
9 Ann (1834- ) [544]. Born 1834, Fiskerton, Lincolnshire.
5 Ada BROWN 4 (1867-1948) [280]. Born 1867, Parishes of St Nicholas, lincolnshire. Died 1948.
In 1871v Census, living at: Church Lane, St Nicholas, Lincoln, with BROWN, Mark - Head - M - 43 - 1828 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Jane Wife - F - 30 - 1841 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Emily J - Sister - F - 2 - 1869 - Lincolnshire.
In 1881 Census, living at: 30, Canwick Rd, Lincoln St Mary-Le-Wigford (Stepdaughter to GRAHAM, John William and Jane).
10 Mark BROWN (1828- ) [506]. Born 1828, Lincolnshire.
11 Jane UNKNOWN (1841- ) [507]. Born 1841, Lincolnshire.
3 Ethel MICKLE 5 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
6 Charles MICKLE 6 (1855-1927) [277]. Born 1855, Liverpool. Marr Caroline REED 13 Sep 1880, Saint Andrew's Church, Conway Street, Birkenhead, Cheshire. Died 14 Jul 1927, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1861 census, is shown as a Stepson, living with John and Mary GELLATLY, at: 131, Price Street, Birkenhead, with Mary Jane (Stepdaughter - born in 1842 in Liverpool, Lancashire) and Marg (Stepdaughter - born in 1844 in Liverpool, Lancashire - occupation is: Milliner)
In 1871 census, lived at 80 Price Street, Birkenhead, with James Lambert (Univ Glasgow U R C Land & Life London) - occupation, Scholar,
in 1881 census, lived at 44 Rodney Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk (both aged 26, no children listed)
In 1891 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk.
In 1901 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker.
In 1911 census, Lived at 5 Cable Road, Hoylake, Wirral (with a servant - Ida Dodd).
12 George MICKLE (1829-1880?) [548]. Born 1829, Reading. Marr Mary Jane HANNAH. Died 1880 (app).
13 Mary Jane HANNAH (1843- ) [549]. Born 1843, Liverpool.
7 Caroline REED 6 (1856-1929) [278]. Born 18 Sep 1856, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 18 Sep 1929, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
lived at 13 bath Street, Bristol.
14 Henry Reed ( - ) [647].
15 Ann BURNELL (1827- ) [489]. Born 1827, Bridgwater, Somerset.
In 1852, lived at 19, West Street, Clifton, Bristol - Occupation iwas Booksellers
1861 census, lived at: 13, Bath Street, Temple, Bristol - Occupation is: Stationer - born At Sea
1871 census - Lived at 13 Bath Street, Bristol.
Sources
| 1 | Son + Grave stone (Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby) |
| 2 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 3 | Gordon ?? |
| 4 | FHF & EM Marriage Certificate |
| 5 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
| 6 | Grave stone |
Mark FOSTER (1975- )
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| Father: Michael Harold FOSTER, mike_f | |
1 Mark John Harold FOSTER 1 (1975- ) [30]. Born 25 Dec 1975, Clatterbridge Hospital, Bebbington. Marr Hazel Georgina GARRETT 21 Aug 1999, St Augustine's Church, Bradford, Engl. Died.
2 Michael Harold FOSTER 2 (1952- ) [22]. Born 8 Mar 1952, Highfield Maternity Hospital, Wallasey. Marr Janet BERNSTEIN 11 May 1974, Westbourne Road Methodist Church, Westkirby.
4 Gordon Harold FOSTER 3 (1918-1996) [13]. Born 1918, Cable Road, Hoylake. Marr Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 9 Mar 1951, Wallasey, Cheshire. Died 18 Jul 1996.
8 Frances Harold FOSTER 4 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
9 Ethel MICKLE 5 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
5 Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 6 (1923-2009) [21]. Born 23 Aug 1923, Marsham, Norfolk, England. Died 2 Aug 2009.
Lived in a Christian home. Adopted at age of (???) , by a (single) School Teacher.
Real mother was secretary to a butcher/farm manager. Father is believed to be the butcher/farm manager.
Original name, Poppy Freeman.
Grace Christian was also adopted by the 'school teacher'.
10 William Martin WINK (1892-1983) [669]. Born 19 Jun 1892, Norfolk. Died 14 Oct 1983.
11 Ruby Lenora FREEMAN (1896-1979) [300]. Born 19 Dec 1896, Halesworth, Suffolk, England. Died 1979, Gipping, Suffolk, England.
3 Janet BERNSTEIN 6 (1953- ) [29]. Born 9 Mar 1953, Hoscope Park Nursing Home, Westkirby.
6 John BERNSTEIN (1912-1971) [295]. Born 29 Dec 1912, Liverpool, Lancashire, England. Marr Gladys LINLEY 28 Feb 1942, Methodist Church, Wesbourne Road, W. Died 15 May 1971, Hoylake, Cheshire, England.
12 Frederick William BERNSTEIN (1876- ) [659]. Born 1876. Marr Senny ALDAM 10 Oct 1909, St. Alban Church, Bevington, Liverpool.
13 Senny ALDAM (1885-1959) [661]. Born 1885, Liverpool. Died 1959.
7 Gladys LINLEY (1914-2003) [294]. Born 21 Jan 1914, Dinmore, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England. Died 2 Mar 2003, Abbeyfield Nursing Home, Wesr Kirby, Wirral, Ch.
14 William LINLEY ( - ) [662].
15 Mary Anne JONES ( - ) [663].
Sources
| 1 | Janet Bernstein (mother) |
| 2 | Mother (Mollie Foster) & In person |
| 3 | Relatives |
| 4 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 5 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
| 6 | In person |
Michael FOSTER (1952- )
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| Michael Harold FOSTER, mike_f | |
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| Father: Gordon Harold FOSTER, G H Foster | |
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| Mother: Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN, mollie_f | |
1 Michael Harold FOSTER 1 (1952- ) [22]. Born 8 Mar 1952, Highfield Maternity Hospital, Wallasey. Marr Janet BERNSTEIN 11 May 1974, Westbourne Road Methodist Church, Westkirby.
2 Gordon Harold FOSTER 2 (1918-1996) [13]. Born 1918, Cable Road, Hoylake. Marr Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 9 Mar 1951, Wallasey, Cheshire. Died 18 Jul 1996.
4 Frances Harold FOSTER 3 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
8 Thomas FOSTER 4 (1861-1924) [279]. Born 1861, Reepham Lincolnshire. Marr Ada BROWN 27 Dec 1886, St. Swithin'S, Lincoln, England. Died 1924.
lived at Drummond Road, Hoylake, Wirral
In 1881 census, lived at 22, Winn Street, Lincoln St Swithin with Sarah Fothergill (widow) - as her Nephew.
In 1891 Census, lived at: 121 William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham
In 1901 Census, lived at: 2, Cable Road, Hoylake Cum West Kirby.
9 Ada BROWN 5 (1867-1948) [280]. Born 1867, Parishes of St Nicholas, lincolnshire. Died 1948.
In 1871v Census, living at: Church Lane, St Nicholas, Lincoln, with BROWN, Mark - Head - M - 43 - 1828 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Jane Wife - F - 30 - 1841 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Emily J - Sister - F - 2 - 1869 - Lincolnshire.
In 1881 Census, living at: 30, Canwick Rd, Lincoln St Mary-Le-Wigford (Stepdaughter to GRAHAM, John William and Jane).
5 Ethel MICKLE 6 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
10 Charles MICKLE 7 (1855-1927) [277]. Born 1855, Liverpool. Marr Caroline REED 13 Sep 1880, Saint Andrew's Church, Conway Street, Birkenhead, Cheshire. Died 14 Jul 1927, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1861 census, is shown as a Stepson, living with John and Mary GELLATLY, at: 131, Price Street, Birkenhead, with Mary Jane (Stepdaughter - born in 1842 in Liverpool, Lancashire) and Marg (Stepdaughter - born in 1844 in Liverpool, Lancashire - occupation is: Milliner)
In 1871 census, lived at 80 Price Street, Birkenhead, with James Lambert (Univ Glasgow U R C Land & Life London) - occupation, Scholar,
in 1881 census, lived at 44 Rodney Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk (both aged 26, no children listed)
In 1891 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk.
In 1901 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker.
In 1911 census, Lived at 5 Cable Road, Hoylake, Wirral (with a servant - Ida Dodd).
11 Caroline REED 7 (1856-1929) [278]. Born 18 Sep 1856, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 18 Sep 1929, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
lived at 13 bath Street, Bristol.
3 Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 8 (1923-2009) [21]. Born 23 Aug 1923, Marsham, Norfolk, England. Died 2 Aug 2009.
Lived in a Christian home. Adopted at age of (???) , by a (single) School Teacher.
Real mother was secretary to a butcher/farm manager. Father is believed to be the butcher/farm manager.
Original name, Poppy Freeman.
Grace Christian was also adopted by the 'school teacher'.
6 William Martin WINK (1892-1983) [669]. Born 19 Jun 1892, Norfolk. Died 14 Oct 1983.
12 Frederick WINK ( - ) [670].
7 Ruby Lenora FREEMAN (1896-1979) [300]. Born 19 Dec 1896, Halesworth, Suffolk, England. Died 1979, Gipping, Suffolk, England.
Sources
| 1 | Mother (Mollie Foster) & In person |
| 2 | Relatives |
| 3 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 4 | Gordon ?? |
| 5 | FHF & EM Marriage Certificate |
| 6 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
| 7 | Grave stone |
| 8 | In person |
Pamela FOSTER (1953- )
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| Father: Gordon Harold FOSTER, G H Foster | |
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| Mother: Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN, mollie_f | |
1 Pamela FOSTER 1 (1953- ) [23]. Born 9 Mar 1953, Saughall Road, Saughall Massey, Moreton.
2 Gordon Harold FOSTER 2 (1918-1996) [13]. Born 1918, Cable Road, Hoylake. Marr Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 9 Mar 1951, Wallasey, Cheshire. Died 18 Jul 1996.
4 Frances Harold FOSTER 3 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
8 Thomas FOSTER 4 (1861-1924) [279]. Born 1861, Reepham Lincolnshire. Marr Ada BROWN 27 Dec 1886, St. Swithin'S, Lincoln, England. Died 1924.
lived at Drummond Road, Hoylake, Wirral
In 1881 census, lived at 22, Winn Street, Lincoln St Swithin with Sarah Fothergill (widow) - as her Nephew.
In 1891 Census, lived at: 121 William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham
In 1901 Census, lived at: 2, Cable Road, Hoylake Cum West Kirby.
9 Ada BROWN 5 (1867-1948) [280]. Born 1867, Parishes of St Nicholas, lincolnshire. Died 1948.
In 1871v Census, living at: Church Lane, St Nicholas, Lincoln, with BROWN, Mark - Head - M - 43 - 1828 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Jane Wife - F - 30 - 1841 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Emily J - Sister - F - 2 - 1869 - Lincolnshire.
In 1881 Census, living at: 30, Canwick Rd, Lincoln St Mary-Le-Wigford (Stepdaughter to GRAHAM, John William and Jane).
5 Ethel MICKLE 6 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
10 Charles MICKLE 7 (1855-1927) [277]. Born 1855, Liverpool. Marr Caroline REED 13 Sep 1880, Saint Andrew's Church, Conway Street, Birkenhead, Cheshire. Died 14 Jul 1927, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1861 census, is shown as a Stepson, living with John and Mary GELLATLY, at: 131, Price Street, Birkenhead, with Mary Jane (Stepdaughter - born in 1842 in Liverpool, Lancashire) and Marg (Stepdaughter - born in 1844 in Liverpool, Lancashire - occupation is: Milliner)
In 1871 census, lived at 80 Price Street, Birkenhead, with James Lambert (Univ Glasgow U R C Land & Life London) - occupation, Scholar,
in 1881 census, lived at 44 Rodney Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk (both aged 26, no children listed)
In 1891 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk.
In 1901 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker.
In 1911 census, Lived at 5 Cable Road, Hoylake, Wirral (with a servant - Ida Dodd).
11 Caroline REED 7 (1856-1929) [278]. Born 18 Sep 1856, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 18 Sep 1929, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
lived at 13 bath Street, Bristol.
3 Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 8 (1923-2009) [21]. Born 23 Aug 1923, Marsham, Norfolk, England. Died 2 Aug 2009.
Lived in a Christian home. Adopted at age of (???) , by a (single) School Teacher.
Real mother was secretary to a butcher/farm manager. Father is believed to be the butcher/farm manager.
Original name, Poppy Freeman.
Grace Christian was also adopted by the 'school teacher'.
6 William Martin WINK (1892-1983) [669]. Born 19 Jun 1892, Norfolk. Died 14 Oct 1983.
12 Frederick WINK ( - ) [670].
7 Ruby Lenora FREEMAN (1896-1979) [300]. Born 19 Dec 1896, Halesworth, Suffolk, England. Died 1979, Gipping, Suffolk, England.
Sources
| 1 | Mother |
| 2 | Relatives |
| 3 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 4 | Gordon ?? |
| 5 | FHF & EM Marriage Certificate |
| 6 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
| 7 | Grave stone |
| 8 | In person |
Phebe FOSTER (1858- )
1 Phebe FOSTER (1858- ) [547]. Born 1858, Reepham, Lincolnshire.
2 John FOSTER (1814- ) [543]. Born 1814, Reepham, Lincolnshire.
3 Ann (1834- ) [544]. Born 1834, Fiskerton, Lincolnshire.
Samuel FOSTER (1876-1945)
1 Samuel Slack FOSTER 1 (1876-1945) [301]. Born 1876. Marr Kathleen WILEY. Died 28 Dec 1945, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
Sources
| 1 | Grange cemetary (were they related to me ??) |
Suzanne FOSTER ( - )
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| Suzanne FOSTER, suzn_f | |
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| Father: Ian FOSTER, 1935, Ian Sept 1935 | |
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| Mother: Pat NOALAN, pat_f | |
1 Suzanne FOSTER ( - ) [19]. Born. Died.
2 Ian FOSTER ( - ) [14]. Marr Pat NOALAN.
4 Frances Harold FOSTER 1 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
8 Thomas FOSTER 2 (1861-1924) [279]. Born 1861, Reepham Lincolnshire. Marr Ada BROWN 27 Dec 1886, St. Swithin'S, Lincoln, England. Died 1924.
lived at Drummond Road, Hoylake, Wirral
In 1881 census, lived at 22, Winn Street, Lincoln St Swithin with Sarah Fothergill (widow) - as her Nephew.
In 1891 Census, lived at: 121 William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham
In 1901 Census, lived at: 2, Cable Road, Hoylake Cum West Kirby.
9 Ada BROWN 3 (1867-1948) [280]. Born 1867, Parishes of St Nicholas, lincolnshire. Died 1948.
In 1871v Census, living at: Church Lane, St Nicholas, Lincoln, with BROWN, Mark - Head - M - 43 - 1828 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Jane Wife - F - 30 - 1841 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Emily J - Sister - F - 2 - 1869 - Lincolnshire.
In 1881 Census, living at: 30, Canwick Rd, Lincoln St Mary-Le-Wigford (Stepdaughter to GRAHAM, John William and Jane).
5 Ethel MICKLE 4 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
10 Charles MICKLE 5 (1855-1927) [277]. Born 1855, Liverpool. Marr Caroline REED 13 Sep 1880, Saint Andrew's Church, Conway Street, Birkenhead, Cheshire. Died 14 Jul 1927, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1861 census, is shown as a Stepson, living with John and Mary GELLATLY, at: 131, Price Street, Birkenhead, with Mary Jane (Stepdaughter - born in 1842 in Liverpool, Lancashire) and Marg (Stepdaughter - born in 1844 in Liverpool, Lancashire - occupation is: Milliner)
In 1871 census, lived at 80 Price Street, Birkenhead, with James Lambert (Univ Glasgow U R C Land & Life London) - occupation, Scholar,
in 1881 census, lived at 44 Rodney Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk (both aged 26, no children listed)
In 1891 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk.
In 1901 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker.
In 1911 census, Lived at 5 Cable Road, Hoylake, Wirral (with a servant - Ida Dodd).
11 Caroline REED 5 (1856-1929) [278]. Born 18 Sep 1856, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 18 Sep 1929, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
lived at 13 bath Street, Bristol.
3 Pat NOALAN ( - ) [20]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 2 | Gordon ?? |
| 3 | FHF & EM Marriage Certificate |
| 4 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
| 5 | Grave stone |
Thomas FOSTER (1861-1924)
1 Thomas FOSTER 1 (1861-1924) [279]. Born 1861, Reepham Lincolnshire. Marr Ada BROWN 27 Dec 1886, St. Swithin'S, Lincoln, England. Died 1924.
lived at Drummond Road, Hoylake, Wirral
In 1881 census, lived at 22, Winn Street, Lincoln St Swithin with Sarah Fothergill (widow) - as her Nephew.
In 1891 Census, lived at: 121 William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham
In 1901 Census, lived at: 2, Cable Road, Hoylake Cum West Kirby.
2 John FOSTER (1814- ) [543]. Born 1814, Reepham, Lincolnshire.
3 Ann (1834- ) [544]. Born 1834, Fiskerton, Lincolnshire.
Sources
| 1 | Gordon ?? |
Thomas FOSTER (1897-1920)
1 Thomas Mark FOSTER (1897-1920) [285]. Born 1897, Hoylake Cheshire. Died 1920.
There is a Thomas Foster listed on the Hoylake parish War memorial for the Great War of 1914 - 1919.
2 Thomas FOSTER 1 (1861-1924) [279]. Born 1861, Reepham Lincolnshire. Marr Ada BROWN 27 Dec 1886, St. Swithin'S, Lincoln, England. Died 1924.
lived at Drummond Road, Hoylake, Wirral
In 1881 census, lived at 22, Winn Street, Lincoln St Swithin with Sarah Fothergill (widow) - as her Nephew.
In 1891 Census, lived at: 121 William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham
In 1901 Census, lived at: 2, Cable Road, Hoylake Cum West Kirby.
4 John FOSTER (1814- ) [543]. Born 1814, Reepham, Lincolnshire.
5 Ann (1834- ) [544]. Born 1834, Fiskerton, Lincolnshire.
3 Ada BROWN 2 (1867-1948) [280]. Born 1867, Parishes of St Nicholas, lincolnshire. Died 1948.
In 1871v Census, living at: Church Lane, St Nicholas, Lincoln, with BROWN, Mark - Head - M - 43 - 1828 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Jane Wife - F - 30 - 1841 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Emily J - Sister - F - 2 - 1869 - Lincolnshire.
In 1881 Census, living at: 30, Canwick Rd, Lincoln St Mary-Le-Wigford (Stepdaughter to GRAHAM, John William and Jane).
6 Mark BROWN (1828- ) [506]. Born 1828, Lincolnshire.
7 Jane UNKNOWN (1841- ) [507]. Born 1841, Lincolnshire.
Sources
| 1 | Gordon ?? |
| 2 | FHF & EM Marriage Certificate |
Ann FOWLER ( - )
1 Ann FOWLER ( - ) [1049].
2 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
3 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
6 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
7 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
14 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
15 Sybill GOOD ( -1683) [170]. Born. Died 1683.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Elizabeth FOWLER ( - )
1 Elizabeth FOWLER ( - ) [1149].
2 John Coulson FOWLER ( - ) [1045]. Marr Jane PEMBERTON 1789.
4 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
5 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
10 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
11 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
3 Jane PEMBERTON (1761-1813) [1046]. Born 1761. Died 1813.
6 Thomas PEMBERTON ( - ) [1190].
7 Mary ( - ) [1191].
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Hannah FOWLER ( - )
1 Hannah FOWLER ( - ) [1047].
2 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
3 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
6 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
7 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
14 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
15 Sybill GOOD ( -1683) [170]. Born. Died 1683.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Jane FOWLER ( - )
1 Jane FOWLER ( - ) [1150].
2 John Coulson FOWLER ( - ) [1045]. Marr Jane PEMBERTON 1789.
4 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
5 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
10 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
11 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
3 Jane PEMBERTON (1761-1813) [1046]. Born 1761. Died 1813.
6 Thomas PEMBERTON ( - ) [1190].
7 Mary ( - ) [1191].
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
John FOWLER (1727-1777)
1 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
John FOWLER ( - )
1 John Coulson FOWLER ( - ) [1045]. Marr Jane PEMBERTON 1789.
2 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
3 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
6 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
7 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
14 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
15 Sybill GOOD ( -1683) [170]. Born. Died 1683.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Pemberton FOWLER ( - )
1 Pemberton FOWLER ( - ) [1151].
2 John Coulson FOWLER ( - ) [1045]. Marr Jane PEMBERTON 1789.
4 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
5 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
10 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
11 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
3 Jane PEMBERTON (1761-1813) [1046]. Born 1761. Died 1813.
6 Thomas PEMBERTON ( - ) [1190].
7 Mary ( - ) [1191].
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Sarah FOWLER ( - )
1 Sarah FOWLER ( - ) [1048]. Marr Joseph JALLAND 12 Apr 1792, Coventry, Warwickshire.
2 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
3 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
6 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
7 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
14 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
15 Sybill GOOD ( -1683) [170]. Born. Died 1683.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Thomas FOWLER ( - )
1 Thomas FOWLER ( - ) [1152].
2 John Coulson FOWLER ( - ) [1045]. Marr Jane PEMBERTON 1789.
4 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
5 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
10 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
11 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
3 Jane PEMBERTON (1761-1813) [1046]. Born 1761. Died 1813.
6 Thomas PEMBERTON ( - ) [1190].
7 Mary ( - ) [1191].
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
MARGEURITE FRANCE (1279- )
1 MARGEURITE OF FRANCE (1279- ) [1012]. Born 1279. Marr Edward 1 10 Sep 1299.
Mary FRANCUM (1676- )
1 Mary FRANCUM (1676- ) [1158]. Born 1676, Olverston, Gloucester, England. Marr Joseph STURGE 1697.
Nellie FREEMAN ( - )
1 Nellie FREEMAN ( - ) [70]. Born. Died.
Ruby FREEMAN (1896-1979)
1 Ruby Lenora FREEMAN (1896-1979) [300]. Born 19 Dec 1896, Halesworth, Suffolk, England. Died 1979, Gipping, Suffolk, England.
Margaret FROST ( - )
1 Margaret FROST ( - ) [372]. Born. Died.
Mary FRY ( - )
1 Mary FRY ( - ) [829].
Aliva GAI (1166- )
1 Aliva DE GAI (1166- ) [580]. Born 1166. Marr Alan BASSETT 1183.
2 Philip DE GAI (1143- ) [991]. Born 1143, Wooton Bassett.
3 Sedzilia DE BERKELEY (1145- ) [992]. Born 1145, Berkeley Castle, Gloucs.
Philip GAI (1143- )
1 Philip DE GAI (1143- ) [991]. Born 1143, Wooton Bassett.
Hazel GARRETT (1976- )
1 Hazel Georgina GARRETT (1976- ) [651]. Born 4 Aug 1976. Marr Mark John Harold FOSTER 21 Aug 1999, St Augustine's Church, Bradford, Engl.
Andrew GASKELL ( - )
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1 Andrew GASKELL ( - ) [292]. Born. Died.
2 Michael GASKELL ( - ) [109]. Born. Died.
3 Karen FOSTER ( - ) [17]. Born. Died.
6 Ian FOSTER ( - ) [14]. Marr Pat NOALAN.
12 Frances Harold FOSTER 1 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
13 Ethel MICKLE 2 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
7 Pat NOALAN ( - ) [20]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 2 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
John GASKELL ( - )
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1 John GASKELL ( - ) [291]. Born. Died.
2 Michael GASKELL ( - ) [109]. Born. Died.
3 Karen FOSTER ( - ) [17]. Born. Died.
6 Ian FOSTER ( - ) [14]. Marr Pat NOALAN.
12 Frances Harold FOSTER 1 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
13 Ethel MICKLE 2 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
7 Pat NOALAN ( - ) [20]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 2 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
Michael GASKELL ( - )
1 Michael GASKELL ( - ) [109]. Born. Died.
John GELLATLY (1811- )
1 John GELLATLY ??? (1811- ) [684]. Born 1811, Scotland.
May or may not be correct? - need to get marriage certificate for mary jane ?? and George Mickle.
Margaret GIBSON ( -1966)
1 Margaret Ellen GIBSON ( -1966) [505]. Marr George WITHY 26 Sep 1936. Marr George WITHY. Died 1966.
Third wife of George Withy.
Myra GIBSON ( - )
1 Myra Ord GIBSON ( - ) [1194]. Marr Peter Desmond MACLELLAN 24 Feb 1940.
Isabella GLADSTONES ( - )
1 Isabella GLADSTONES ( - ) [859]. Marr Mathew WRIGHT 2 Apr 1851, Stoke Newington, London.
2 James GLADSTONES ( - ) [860].
James GLADSTONES ( - )
1 James GLADSTONES ( - ) [860].
Hilda GLENSOR (1917-1966)
1 Hilda GLENSOR (1917-1966) [209]. Born 1917. Died 1966.
Sybill GOOD ( -1683)
1 Sybill GOOD ( -1683) [170]. Born. Died 1683.
Eleanor GORGES (1262- )
1 Eleanor DE GORGES (1262- ) [875]. Born 1262, Wraxhall, Somerset.
2 Sir Ralph DE GORGES ( -1271) [884]. Died 1271.
3 Elena DE MORVILLE ( -1292) [885]. Died 1292.
Sir GORGES ( -1271)
1 Sir Ralph DE GORGES ( -1271) [884]. Died 1271.
Susan GOUGH ( - )
1 Susan GOUGH ( - ) [745].
Jean GRAHAM (1923-1995)
1 Jean Margaret GRAHAM (1923-1995) [1091]. Born 31 Jan 1923, Otaki, Wellington, New Zealand. Marr Terence MOLONY 4 Jun 1943, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 1 Mar 1995, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
2 John Hunter GRAHAM ( - ) [1092].
3 Margaret Louisa SMITH ( - ) [1093].
John GRAHAM ( - )
1 John Hunter GRAHAM ( - ) [1092].
Nicole GRASSER (1929- )
1 Nicole GRASSER (1929- ) [216]. Born 1929. Died.
First wife. Second wife is Anne Fishburn (b 1943).
??? GRAY ( - )
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| Father: Avon GRAY, 205 alcester Road Kingsheath | |
1 ??? GRAY ( - ) [271]. Born. Died.
2 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
4 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
8 Thomas GRAY (1792- ) [555]. Born 1792.
In 1841 census, lived at Bishop Street, St Martin, Birmingham.
9 Elizabeth (1801- ) [556]. Born 1801.
5 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
3 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
6 James ALLEN (1822- ) [648]. Born 1822, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
7 Sarah ANN (Hadland?) (1826- ) [649]. Born 1826, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?)
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| Avon GRAY, 205 alcester Road Kingsheath | |
1 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
2 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
4 Thomas GRAY (1792- ) [555]. Born 1792.
In 1841 census, lived at Bishop Street, St Martin, Birmingham.
5 Elizabeth (1801- ) [556]. Born 1801.
3 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
Avon GRAY ( - )
1 Avon GRAY ( - ) [101]. Born. Died.
3 Valerie ??? ( - ) [97]. Born. Died.
First wife of Avon Gray.
Avon GRAY ( - )
1 Avon GRAY ( - ) [95]. Born. Died.
Edward Gray was adopted by Avon James Gray & Mabel Wilson.
3 Betty LANGSTON ( - ) [94]. Born. Died.
Avon GRAY (1888- )
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| Father: Avon GRAY, 205 alcester Road Kingsheath | |
1 Avon James (Laddie) GRAY (1888- ) [262]. Born 1888, Kings Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Mabel WILSON 1912, Kings Norton, Worcestershire. Died.
in 1911 census, was: Manager (Electro Plate manufacturers)
Edward Gray was adopted by Avon James Gray & Mabel Wilson.
2 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
4 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
8 Thomas GRAY (1792- ) [555]. Born 1792.
In 1841 census, lived at Bishop Street, St Martin, Birmingham.
9 Elizabeth (1801- ) [556]. Born 1801.
5 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
3 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
6 James ALLEN (1822- ) [648]. Born 1822, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
7 Sarah ANN (Hadland?) (1826- ) [649]. Born 1826, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
Bertram GRAY ( - )
1 Bertram GRAY ( - ) [268]. Born. Died.
2 Charles Wilson GRAY (1889- ) [258]. Born 1889, Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died.
4 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
8 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
9 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
5 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
10 James ALLEN (1822- ) [648]. Born 1822, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
11 Sarah ANN (Hadland?) (1826- ) [649]. Born 1826, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
3 Lily WALFORD ( - ) [259]. Born. Died.
Bertram GRAY (1892?-1981)
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1 Bertram Allen GRAY (1892?-1981) [34]. Born 1892 (app), Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died 1981.
Bertram's first wife was Milly, mother of Edward (Ted) Gray, who was adopted by Avon James Gray and Mabel Wilson
Kings Norton
In 1911 census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath, Worcestershire - Apprentice.
2 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
4 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
8 Thomas GRAY (1792- ) [555]. Born 1792.
In 1841 census, lived at Bishop Street, St Martin, Birmingham.
9 Elizabeth (1801- ) [556]. Born 1801.
5 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
3 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
6 James ALLEN (1822- ) [648]. Born 1822, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
7 Sarah ANN (Hadland?) (1826- ) [649]. Born 1826, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
Brian GRAY ( - )
1 Brian GRAY ( - ) [96]. Born.
Adopted.
2 Edward (Ted) GRAY (1920-1987) [272]. Born 1920. Died 1987.
Edward Gray was adopted by Avon James Gray & Mabel Wilson.
4 Bertram Allen GRAY (1892?-1981) [34]. Born 1892 (app), Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died 1981.
Bertram's first wife was Milly, mother of Edward (Ted) Gray, who was adopted by Avon James Gray and Mabel Wilson
Kings Norton
In 1911 census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath, Worcestershire - Apprentice.
8 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
9 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
5 Milly ??? ( - ) [93]. Born. Died.
First wife of Bertram Allen Gray.
3 Betty LANGSTON ( - ) [94]. Born. Died.
Bunty GRAY ( - )
1 Bunty GRAY ( - ) [270]. Born. Died.
2 Charles Wilson GRAY (1889- ) [258]. Born 1889, Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died.
4 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
8 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
9 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
5 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
10 James ALLEN (1822- ) [648]. Born 1822, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
11 Sarah ANN (Hadland?) (1826- ) [649]. Born 1826, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
3 Lily WALFORD ( - ) [259]. Born. Died.
Caitlin GRAY ( - )
1 Caitlin GRAY ( - ) [99]. Born. Died.
2 Avon GRAY ( - ) [95]. Born. Died.
Edward Gray was adopted by Avon James Gray & Mabel Wilson.
5 Betty LANGSTON ( - ) [94]. Born. Died.
3 Esther ?? ( - ) [98]. Born. Died.
Second wife of Avon Gray (his first wife was Valerie).
Charles GRAY (1889- )
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| Father: Avon GRAY, 205 alcester Road Kingsheath | |
1 Charles Wilson GRAY (1889- ) [258]. Born 1889, Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died.
2 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
4 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
8 Thomas GRAY (1792- ) [555]. Born 1792.
In 1841 census, lived at Bishop Street, St Martin, Birmingham.
9 Elizabeth (1801- ) [556]. Born 1801.
5 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
3 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
6 James ALLEN (1822- ) [648]. Born 1822, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
7 Sarah ANN (Hadland?) (1826- ) [649]. Born 1826, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
Debbie GRAY ( - )
1 Debbie GRAY ( - ) [100]. Born. Died.
3 Valerie ??? ( - ) [97]. Born. Died.
First wife of Avon Gray.
Dorothy GRAY (1925- )
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| Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY, 2009, age 84, betty2 | |
1 Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 1 (1925- ) [9]. Born 14 Sep 1925, Northfield, Birmingham(at home). Marr George WITHY 1950. Died.
2 Bertram Allen GRAY (1892?-1981) [34]. Born 1892 (app), Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died 1981.
Bertram's first wife was Milly, mother of Edward (Ted) Gray, who was adopted by Avon James Gray and Mabel Wilson
Kings Norton
In 1911 census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath, Worcestershire - Apprentice.
4 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
8 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
9 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
5 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
10 James ALLEN (1822- ) [648]. Born 1822, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
11 Sarah ANN (Hadland?) (1826- ) [649]. Born 1826, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
3 Dorothy (Dolly) WILSON 2 (1902-1981) [35]. Born 19 Apr 1902, Kingsheath Birmingham. Died 12 Aug 1981, Birmingham.
Second wife of Bertram Allen Gray (first wife was Milly).
6 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
12 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
13 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
7 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
14 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
15 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | In person |
| 2 | Daughter - D B Gray |
Edward GRAY (1835- )
1 Edward GRAY (1835- ) [560]. Born 1835, Warwickshire.
2 Thomas GRAY (1792- ) [555]. Born 1792.
In 1841 census, lived at Bishop Street, St Martin, Birmingham.
3 Elizabeth (1801- ) [556]. Born 1801.
Edward GRAY (1920-1987)
1 Edward (Ted) GRAY (1920-1987) [272]. Born 1920. Died 1987.
Edward Gray was adopted by Avon James Gray & Mabel Wilson.
2 Bertram Allen GRAY (1892?-1981) [34]. Born 1892 (app), Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died 1981.
Bertram's first wife was Milly, mother of Edward (Ted) Gray, who was adopted by Avon James Gray and Mabel Wilson
Kings Norton
In 1911 census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath, Worcestershire - Apprentice.
4 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
8 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
9 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
5 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
10 James ALLEN (1822- ) [648]. Born 1822, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
11 Sarah ANN (Hadland?) (1826- ) [649]. Born 1826, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
3 Milly ??? ( - ) [93]. Born. Died.
First wife of Bertram Allen Gray.
Emma GRAY (1846- )
1 Emma G GRAY (1846- ) [518]. Born 1846, Warwickshire.
2 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
4 Thomas GRAY (1792- ) [555]. Born 1792.
In 1841 census, lived at Bishop Street, St Martin, Birmingham.
5 Elizabeth (1801- ) [556]. Born 1801.
3 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
Ethel GRAY (1896- )
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| Father: Avon GRAY, 205 alcester Road Kingsheath | |
1 Ethel Grace (Tuck) GRAY (1896- ) [265]. Born 1896, Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died.
2 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
4 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
8 Thomas GRAY (1792- ) [555]. Born 1792.
In 1841 census, lived at Bishop Street, St Martin, Birmingham.
9 Elizabeth (1801- ) [556]. Born 1801.
5 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
3 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
6 James ALLEN (1822- ) [648]. Born 1822, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
7 Sarah ANN (Hadland?) (1826- ) [649]. Born 1826, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
Fanny GRAY (1850- )
1 Fanny GRAY (1850- ) [521]. Born 1850, Birmingham.
2 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
4 Thomas GRAY (1792- ) [555]. Born 1792.
In 1841 census, lived at Bishop Street, St Martin, Birmingham.
5 Elizabeth (1801- ) [556]. Born 1801.
3 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
Jackie GRAY (1952- )
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1 Jackie GRAY (1952- ) [38]. Born 1952. Marr Roger MOORES 1984. Died.
2 Trevor GRAY (1938- ) [11]. Born 20 May 1938.
4 Bertram Allen GRAY (1892?-1981) [34]. Born 1892 (app), Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died 1981.
Bertram's first wife was Milly, mother of Edward (Ted) Gray, who was adopted by Avon James Gray and Mabel Wilson
Kings Norton
In 1911 census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath, Worcestershire - Apprentice.
8 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
9 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
5 Dorothy (Dolly) WILSON 1 (1902-1981) [35]. Born 19 Apr 1902, Kingsheath Birmingham. Died 12 Aug 1981, Birmingham.
Second wife of Bertram Allen Gray (first wife was Milly).
10 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
11 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
3 Doreen POUNTNEY ( - ) [36]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Daughter - D B Gray |
John GRAY (1848- )
1 John GRAY (1848- ) [520]. Born 1848, Birmingham.
2 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
4 Thomas GRAY (1792- ) [555]. Born 1792.
In 1841 census, lived at Bishop Street, St Martin, Birmingham.
5 Elizabeth (1801- ) [556]. Born 1801.
3 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
John GRAY (1821- )
1 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
2 Thomas GRAY (1792- ) [555]. Born 1792.
In 1841 census, lived at Bishop Street, St Martin, Birmingham.
3 Elizabeth (1801- ) [556]. Born 1801.
Julia GRAY (1965- )
1 Julia GRAY (1965- ) [80]. Born 1965. Died.
2 Richard Gray (1941- ) [12]. Born 21 Dec 1941.
4 Bertram Allen GRAY (1892?-1981) [34]. Born 1892 (app), Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died 1981.
Bertram's first wife was Milly, mother of Edward (Ted) Gray, who was adopted by Avon James Gray and Mabel Wilson
Kings Norton
In 1911 census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath, Worcestershire - Apprentice.
8 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
9 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
5 Dorothy (Dolly) WILSON 1 (1902-1981) [35]. Born 19 Apr 1902, Kingsheath Birmingham. Died 12 Aug 1981, Birmingham.
Second wife of Bertram Allen Gray (first wife was Milly).
10 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
11 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
3 Mary JAMES (1941- ) [78]. Born 1941. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Daughter - D B Gray |
Lauren GRAY ( - )
1 Lauren GRAY ( - ) [45]. Born. Died.
2 Paul GRAY (1954- ) [37]. Born 1954. Died.
4 Trevor GRAY (1938- ) [11]. Born 20 May 1938.
8 Bertram Allen GRAY (1892?-1981) [34]. Born 1892 (app), Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died 1981.
Bertram's first wife was Milly, mother of Edward (Ted) Gray, who was adopted by Avon James Gray and Mabel Wilson
Kings Norton
In 1911 census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath, Worcestershire - Apprentice.
9 Dorothy (Dolly) WILSON 1 (1902-1981) [35]. Born 19 Apr 1902, Kingsheath Birmingham. Died 12 Aug 1981, Birmingham.
Second wife of Bertram Allen Gray (first wife was Milly).
5 Doreen POUNTNEY ( - ) [36]. Born. Died.
3 Andrea BARRETT ( - ) [40]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Daughter - D B Gray |
Paul GRAY (1954- )
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| Father: Trevor GRAY, trevor1 | |
1 Paul GRAY (1954- ) [37]. Born 1954. Died.
2 Trevor GRAY (1938- ) [11]. Born 20 May 1938.
4 Bertram Allen GRAY (1892?-1981) [34]. Born 1892 (app), Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died 1981.
Bertram's first wife was Milly, mother of Edward (Ted) Gray, who was adopted by Avon James Gray and Mabel Wilson
Kings Norton
In 1911 census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath, Worcestershire - Apprentice.
8 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
9 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
5 Dorothy (Dolly) WILSON 1 (1902-1981) [35]. Born 19 Apr 1902, Kingsheath Birmingham. Died 12 Aug 1981, Birmingham.
Second wife of Bertram Allen Gray (first wife was Milly).
10 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
11 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
3 Doreen POUNTNEY ( - ) [36]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Daughter - D B Gray |
Reginald GRAY ( - )
1 Reginald GRAY ( - ) [269]. Born. Died.
2 Charles Wilson GRAY (1889- ) [258]. Born 1889, Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died.
4 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
8 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
9 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
5 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
10 James ALLEN (1822- ) [648]. Born 1822, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
11 Sarah ANN (Hadland?) (1826- ) [649]. Born 1826, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
3 Lily WALFORD ( - ) [259]. Born. Died.
Robin GRAY (1938-1938)
1 Robin GRAY (1938-1938) [92]. Born 1938. Died 1938.
2 Bertram Allen GRAY (1892?-1981) [34]. Born 1892 (app), Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died 1981.
Bertram's first wife was Milly, mother of Edward (Ted) Gray, who was adopted by Avon James Gray and Mabel Wilson
Kings Norton
In 1911 census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath, Worcestershire - Apprentice.
4 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
8 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
9 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
5 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
10 James ALLEN (1822- ) [648]. Born 1822, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
11 Sarah ANN (Hadland?) (1826- ) [649]. Born 1826, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
3 Dorothy (Dolly) WILSON 1 (1902-1981) [35]. Born 19 Apr 1902, Kingsheath Birmingham. Died 12 Aug 1981, Birmingham.
Second wife of Bertram Allen Gray (first wife was Milly).
6 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
12 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
13 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
7 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
14 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
15 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Daughter - D B Gray |
Rodney GRAY ( - )
1 Rodney GRAY ( - ) [102]. Born. Died.
3 Valerie ??? ( - ) [97]. Born. Died.
First wife of Avon Gray.
Sarah GRAY (1827- )
1 Sarah GRAY (1827- ) [558]. Born 1827, Warwickshire.
2 Thomas GRAY (1792- ) [555]. Born 1792.
In 1841 census, lived at Bishop Street, St Martin, Birmingham.
3 Elizabeth (1801- ) [556]. Born 1801.
Thomas GRAY (1822- )
1 Thomas GRAY (1822- ) [557]. Born 1822, Warwickshire.
2 Thomas GRAY (1792- ) [555]. Born 1792.
In 1841 census, lived at Bishop Street, St Martin, Birmingham.
3 Elizabeth (1801- ) [556]. Born 1801.
Thomas GRAY (1792- )
1 Thomas GRAY (1792- ) [555]. Born 1792.
In 1841 census, lived at Bishop Street, St Martin, Birmingham.
Tracey GRAY ( - )
1 Tracey GRAY ( - ) [103]. Born. Died.
3 Valerie ??? ( - ) [97]. Born. Died.
First wife of Avon Gray.
Trevor GRAY (1938- )
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1 Trevor GRAY (1938- ) [11]. Born 20 May 1938.
2 Bertram Allen GRAY (1892?-1981) [34]. Born 1892 (app), Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died 1981.
Bertram's first wife was Milly, mother of Edward (Ted) Gray, who was adopted by Avon James Gray and Mabel Wilson
Kings Norton
In 1911 census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath, Worcestershire - Apprentice.
4 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
8 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
9 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
5 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
10 James ALLEN (1822- ) [648]. Born 1822, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
11 Sarah ANN (Hadland?) (1826- ) [649]. Born 1826, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
3 Dorothy (Dolly) WILSON 1 (1902-1981) [35]. Born 19 Apr 1902, Kingsheath Birmingham. Died 12 Aug 1981, Birmingham.
Second wife of Bertram Allen Gray (first wife was Milly).
6 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
12 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
13 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
7 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
14 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
15 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Daughter - D B Gray |
Walter GRAY (1861- )
1 Walter GRAY (1861- ) [519]. Born 1861, Worcester, Kings Norton.
in 1861 Census, lived at: Woodland Cottage, Lansdown Place, Kings Norton.
2 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
4 Thomas GRAY (1792- ) [555]. Born 1792.
In 1841 census, lived at Bishop Street, St Martin, Birmingham.
5 Elizabeth (1801- ) [556]. Born 1801.
3 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
Wendy GRAY (1968- )
1 Wendy GRAY (1968- ) [79]. Born 1968. Died.
2 Richard Gray (1941- ) [12]. Born 21 Dec 1941.
4 Bertram Allen GRAY (1892?-1981) [34]. Born 1892 (app), Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died 1981.
Bertram's first wife was Milly, mother of Edward (Ted) Gray, who was adopted by Avon James Gray and Mabel Wilson
Kings Norton
In 1911 census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath, Worcestershire - Apprentice.
8 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
9 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
5 Dorothy (Dolly) WILSON 1 (1902-1981) [35]. Born 19 Apr 1902, Kingsheath Birmingham. Died 12 Aug 1981, Birmingham.
Second wife of Bertram Allen Gray (first wife was Milly).
10 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
11 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
3 Mary JAMES (1941- ) [78]. Born 1941. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Daughter - D B Gray |
William GRAY (1830- )
1 William GRAY (1830- ) [559]. Born 1830, Warwickshire.
2 Thomas GRAY (1792- ) [555]. Born 1792.
In 1841 census, lived at Bishop Street, St Martin, Birmingham.
3 Elizabeth (1801- ) [556]. Born 1801.
William GRAY (1844- )
1 William T GRAY (1844- ) [517]. Born 1844, Warwickshire.
2 John GRAY (1821- ) [516]. Born 1821, Warwickshire. Marr Emma REYNOLDS 1843, Birmingham.
In 1871 Census, lived at: Back Of Guildford Street, Birmingham
In 1851 Census, lived at: 201/2, Bromsgrove Street, Saint Martins, Birmingham.
4 Thomas GRAY (1792- ) [555]. Born 1792.
In 1841 census, lived at Bishop Street, St Martin, Birmingham.
5 Elizabeth (1801- ) [556]. Born 1801.
3 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire.
Christina GREAVES (1891-1977)
1 Christina Lily GREAVES (1891-1977) [342]. Born 21 Dec 1891. Died 26 May 1977.
Eleanor GREY (1481- )
1 Eleanor GREY (1481- ) [921]. Born 1481, Groby, Leics. Marr John ARUNDELL 1499, Lanherne, Cornwall.
Elizabeth GRIFFITH (1508- )
1 Elizabeth GRIFFITH (1508- ) [909]. Born 1508.
2 William GRIFFITH (1478- ) [910]. Born 1478.
3 Jane STRADLING ( - ) [911].
6 Thomas STRADLING ( - ) [912].
7 Jenet MATHEW ( -1535) [913]. Died 5 Feb 1535.
14 Thomas MATHEW ( - ) [914].
15 [unnamed person] ( - ) [915].
William GRIFFITH (1478- )
1 William GRIFFITH (1478- ) [910]. Born 1478.
Ann GULSON (1722- )
1 Ann GULSON (1722- ) [1040]. Born 19 Aug 1722.
2 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
3 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
6 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
12 Charles LLOYDE OF DELEBRAD (1ST QUAKER) ( -1698) [171]. Born. Died 1698.
13 Sarah Elizabeth LORT 1 (1633-1685) [172]. Born 2 Nov 1633, Stockpole Court, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Died 1685.
7 Sybill GOOD ( -1683) [170]. Born. Died 1683.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Elizabeth GULSON (1726-1760)
1 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr John FOWLER 8 May 1760. Died 1760.
2 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
3 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
6 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
12 Charles LLOYDE OF DELEBRAD (1ST QUAKER) ( -1698) [171]. Born. Died 1698.
13 Sarah Elizabeth LORT 1 (1633-1685) [172]. Born 2 Nov 1633, Stockpole Court, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Died 1685.
7 Sybill GOOD ( -1683) [170]. Born. Died 1683.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
John GULSON (1730-1758)
1 John GULSON (1730-1758) [1042]. Born 29 Jul 1730. Died 6 Jan 1758.
2 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
3 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
6 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
12 Charles LLOYDE OF DELEBRAD (1ST QUAKER) ( -1698) [171]. Born. Died 1698.
13 Sarah Elizabeth LORT 1 (1633-1685) [172]. Born 2 Nov 1633, Stockpole Court, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Died 1685.
7 Sybill GOOD ( -1683) [170]. Born. Died 1683.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
John GULSON ( -1685)
1 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
Mary GULSON (1716- )
1 Mary GULSON (1716- ) [1037]. Born 20 Apr 1716. Marr John HARRIS 1 Jun 1739, Coventry, Warwickshire.
2 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
3 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
6 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
12 Charles LLOYDE OF DELEBRAD (1ST QUAKER) ( -1698) [171]. Born. Died 1698.
13 Sarah Elizabeth LORT 1 (1633-1685) [172]. Born 2 Nov 1633, Stockpole Court, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Died 1685.
7 Sybill GOOD ( -1683) [170]. Born. Died 1683.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Rebekah GULSON (1724-1728)
1 Rebekah GULSON (1724-1728) [1041]. Born 18 Apr 1724. Died 1728. Buried 12 Jul 1728.
2 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
3 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
6 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
12 Charles LLOYDE OF DELEBRAD (1ST QUAKER) ( -1698) [171]. Born. Died 1698.
13 Sarah Elizabeth LORT 1 (1633-1685) [172]. Born 2 Nov 1633, Stockpole Court, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Died 1685.
7 Sybill GOOD ( -1683) [170]. Born. Died 1683.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Sarah GULSON (1720- )
1 Sarah GULSON (1720- ) [1039]. Born 12 Jun 1720. Marr Charles EAGLAND 9 Mar 1745, Coventry, Warwickshire.
2 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
3 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
6 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
12 Charles LLOYDE OF DELEBRAD (1ST QUAKER) ( -1698) [171]. Born. Died 1698.
13 Sarah Elizabeth LORT 1 (1633-1685) [172]. Born 2 Nov 1633, Stockpole Court, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Died 1685.
7 Sybill GOOD ( -1683) [170]. Born. Died 1683.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
William GULSON (1718-1719)
1 William GULSON (1718-1719) [1038]. Born 6 Aug 1718. Died 1719. Buried 22 Jul 1719.
2 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
3 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
6 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
12 Charles LLOYDE OF DELEBRAD (1ST QUAKER) ( -1698) [171]. Born. Died 1698.
13 Sarah Elizabeth LORT 1 (1633-1685) [172]. Born 2 Nov 1633, Stockpole Court, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Died 1685.
7 Sybill GOOD ( -1683) [170]. Born. Died 1683.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Maria GUNDRY (1764-1843)
1 Maria GUNDRY (1764-1843) [1189]. Born 1764. Marr William Tully SIMPSON 11 Dec 1793, Calne. Died 1843.
Mary HANNAH (1843- )
1 Mary Jane HANNAH (1843- ) [549]. Born 1843, Liverpool. Marr George MICKLE.
Tina HANSON (1968- )
1 Tina HANSON (1968- ) [362]. Born 28 Nov 1968. Died.
John HARRIS ( - )
1 John HARRIS ( - ) [1043]. Marr Mary GULSON 1 Jun 1739, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Andrew HARVEY ( - )
1 Andrew HARVEY ( - ) [86]. Born. Died.
Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806)
1 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
2 Edward HARWOOD ( -1769?) [834]. Died 1769 (app). Marr Hester 21 Nov 1770, Sidcot.
3 Hester ( - ) [835].
Marriage date: 21 Nov 1770 - Witnesses: Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd) - Bride was a Quaker (parish of Bladon).
Edward HARWOOD ( -1769?)
1 Edward HARWOOD ( -1769?) [834]. Died 1769 (app). Marr Hester 21 Nov 1770, Sidcot.
Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860)
| Lydia HARWOOD, 1860, age 88, Edward and Lydia Withy deaths_1860 | |
1 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Marr George (junior) WITHY 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
2 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
4 Edward HARWOOD ( -1769?) [834]. Died 1769 (app). Marr Hester 21 Nov 1770, Sidcot.
5 Hester ( - ) [835].
Marriage date: 21 Nov 1770 - Witnesses: Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd) - Bride was a Quaker (parish of Bladon).
3 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
6 William TANNER (1708?- ) [566]. Born 1708 (app). Marr Rachel THOMAS 1733 (app).
12 William TANNER (1680?- ) [1055]. Born 1680 (app). Marr Mary STURGE 1707.
13 Mary STURGE (1685?- ) [1056]. Born 1685 (app).
7 Rachel THOMAS (1711?-1769?) [567]. Born 1711 (app). Died 1769 (app).
Samuel HARWOOD (1777-1829)
1 Samuel HARWOOD (1777-1829) [568]. Born 16 Oct 1777, Barton Hill, Bristol, England, England. Marr Elizabeth WITHY 5 Dec 1817, Barton Hill, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 22 Jul 1829, Barton Hill, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
2 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
4 Edward HARWOOD ( -1769?) [834]. Died 1769 (app). Marr Hester 21 Nov 1770, Sidcot.
5 Hester ( - ) [835].
Marriage date: 21 Nov 1770 - Witnesses: Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd) - Bride was a Quaker (parish of Bladon).
3 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
6 William TANNER (1708?- ) [566]. Born 1708 (app). Marr Rachel THOMAS 1733 (app).
12 William TANNER (1680?- ) [1055]. Born 1680 (app). Marr Mary STURGE 1707.
13 Mary STURGE (1685?- ) [1056]. Born 1685 (app).
7 Rachel THOMAS (1711?-1769?) [567]. Born 1711 (app). Died 1769 (app).
Alice HASTINGS ( - )
1 Alice DE HASTINGS ( - ) [1036].
2 Hugh DE HASTINGS (1333-1369) [1031]. Born 1333, Elsing, Norfolk. Marr Margaret DE EVERINGHAM 1352, Elsing, Norfolk. Died Sep 1369, Calais.
4 Hugh DE HASTINGS (1311-1347) [1030]. Born 1311, Abergavenny. Marr Margery FOLIOT 1328, Elsing, Norfolk. Died 29 Jul 1347, Elsing, Norfolk.
8 John DE HASTINGS (1262- ) [1029]. Born 6 May 1262, Allesley. Marr Isabel DESPENCER 1308, Abergavenny.
9 Isabel DESPENCER (1292-1334) [1026]. Born 1292, Barton, Gloucs. Died 4 Dec 1334, Abergavenny.
5 Margery FOLIOT (1312- ) [1032]. Born 1312, Gressenham, Norfolk.
3 Margaret DE EVERINGHAM (1334- ) [1033]. Born 1334, Laxton, Notts.
Sir Hugh HASTINGS (1355- )
1 Hugh DE HASTINGS (1355- ) [1034]. Born 1355, Elsing, Norfolk.
2 Hugh DE HASTINGS (1333-1369) [1031]. Born 1333, Elsing, Norfolk. Marr Margaret DE EVERINGHAM 1352, Elsing, Norfolk. Died Sep 1369, Calais.
4 Hugh DE HASTINGS (1311-1347) [1030]. Born 1311, Abergavenny. Marr Margery FOLIOT 1328, Elsing, Norfolk. Died 29 Jul 1347, Elsing, Norfolk.
8 John DE HASTINGS (1262- ) [1029]. Born 6 May 1262, Allesley. Marr Isabel DESPENCER 1308, Abergavenny.
9 Isabel DESPENCER (1292-1334) [1026]. Born 1292, Barton, Gloucs. Died 4 Dec 1334, Abergavenny.
5 Margery FOLIOT (1312- ) [1032]. Born 1312, Gressenham, Norfolk.
3 Margaret DE EVERINGHAM (1334- ) [1033]. Born 1334, Laxton, Notts.
Sir Hugh HASTINGS (1333-1369)
1 Hugh DE HASTINGS (1333-1369) [1031]. Born 1333, Elsing, Norfolk. Marr Margaret DE EVERINGHAM 1352, Elsing, Norfolk. Died Sep 1369, Calais.
2 Hugh DE HASTINGS (1311-1347) [1030]. Born 1311, Abergavenny. Marr Margery FOLIOT 1328, Elsing, Norfolk. Died 29 Jul 1347, Elsing, Norfolk.
4 John DE HASTINGS (1262- ) [1029]. Born 6 May 1262, Allesley. Marr Isabel DESPENCER 1308, Abergavenny.
5 Isabel DESPENCER (1292-1334) [1026]. Born 1292, Barton, Gloucs. Died 4 Dec 1334, Abergavenny.
10 Hugh le DESPENSER (1260-1326) [575]. Born 1 Mar 1260. Died 27 Oct 1326.
He was created a baron by writ of summons to Parliament in 1295. Despenser became Edward's loyal servant and chief administrator after Gaveston was executed in 1312, but the jealousy of other barons - and, more importantly, his own corruption and unjust behaviour - led to his being exiled along with his son Hugh Despenser the younger in 1321, when Edmund de Woodstoke replaced him as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports.
11 Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [581].
3 Margery FOLIOT (1312- ) [1032]. Born 1312, Gressenham, Norfolk.
Sir Hugh HASTINGS (1311-1347)
1 Hugh DE HASTINGS (1311-1347) [1030]. Born 1311, Abergavenny. Marr Margery FOLIOT 1328, Elsing, Norfolk. Died 29 Jul 1347, Elsing, Norfolk.
2 John DE HASTINGS (1262- ) [1029]. Born 6 May 1262, Allesley. Marr Isabel DESPENCER 1308, Abergavenny.
3 Isabel DESPENCER (1292-1334) [1026]. Born 1292, Barton, Gloucs. Died 4 Dec 1334, Abergavenny.
6 Hugh le DESPENSER (1260-1326) [575]. Born 1 Mar 1260. Died 27 Oct 1326.
He was created a baron by writ of summons to Parliament in 1295. Despenser became Edward's loyal servant and chief administrator after Gaveston was executed in 1312, but the jealousy of other barons - and, more importantly, his own corruption and unjust behaviour - led to his being exiled along with his son Hugh Despenser the younger in 1321, when Edmund de Woodstoke replaced him as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports.
12 Sir Hugh le DESPENCER (1223-1265) [576]. Born 1223. Died 4 Aug 1265.
13 Aliva BASSET ( - ) [577].
7 Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [581].
14 William de BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [582].
15 Maud FITZJOHN ( -1301?) [583]. Died 16 Apr 1301 (app).
John HASTINGS (1262- )
1 John DE HASTINGS (1262- ) [1029]. Born 6 May 1262, Allesley. Marr Isabel DESPENCER 1308, Abergavenny.
Margaret HASTINGS ( - )
1 Margaret HASTINGS ( - ) [1035].
2 Hugh DE HASTINGS (1333-1369) [1031]. Born 1333, Elsing, Norfolk. Marr Margaret DE EVERINGHAM 1352, Elsing, Norfolk. Died Sep 1369, Calais.
4 Hugh DE HASTINGS (1311-1347) [1030]. Born 1311, Abergavenny. Marr Margery FOLIOT 1328, Elsing, Norfolk. Died 29 Jul 1347, Elsing, Norfolk.
8 John DE HASTINGS (1262- ) [1029]. Born 6 May 1262, Allesley. Marr Isabel DESPENCER 1308, Abergavenny.
9 Isabel DESPENCER (1292-1334) [1026]. Born 1292, Barton, Gloucs. Died 4 Dec 1334, Abergavenny.
5 Margery FOLIOT (1312- ) [1032]. Born 1312, Gressenham, Norfolk.
3 Margaret DE EVERINGHAM (1334- ) [1033]. Born 1334, Laxton, Notts.
Alice HAYLES ( - )
1 Alice HAYLES ( - ) [1015]. Marr Thomas PLANTAGENET 1316.
Hannah HAYWARD ( - )
1 Hannah HAYWARD ( - ) [1178].
William HAYWARD ( - )
1 William HAYWARD ( - ) [688]. Marr Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester.
Beatrice HELEN (1270- )
1 Beatrice DE ST. HELEN (1270- ) [879]. Born 1270, Wittenham Manor, Berks.
Judith HENRY ( - )
1 Judith Ann HENRY ( - ) [751]. Marr Alexander John WITHY 21 Dec 1957, Whakatane, New Zealand.
William HERBERT ( - )
1 William HERBERT ( - ) [320]. Born. Died.
Jone HEREFORD ( - )
1 Jone HEREFORD ( - ) [606].
Anne HEYWORTH (1924- )
1 Anne HEYWORTH (1924- ) [984]. Born 10 Apr 1924, London.
2 Reginald Francis HEYWORTH (1896- ) [983]. Born 1896. Marr Moyra MARJORIBANKS 12 Jan 1923.
3 Moyra MARJORIBANKS (1902-1941) [982]. Born 1902. Died 1941.
6 Dudley Churchill MARJORIBANKS (1874-1935) [980]. Born 2 Mar 1874. Died 23 Apr 1935.
12 Edward MARJORIBANKS (1849-1909) [979]. Born 1849. Marr Fanny Octavia Louisa SPENCER-CHURCHILL 1874. Died 1909.
13 Fanny Octavia Louisa SPENCER-CHURCHILL ( -1920) [978]. Died 1920.
7 Muriel BRODRICK (1881- ) [981]. Born 23 Nov 1881.
Lt. Col. Reginald HEYWORTH (1896- )
1 Reginald Francis HEYWORTH (1896- ) [983]. Born 1896. Marr Moyra MARJORIBANKS 12 Jan 1923.
Gertrude HINGSTON (1840-1933)
1 Gertrude Mary HINGSTON (1840-1933) [1066]. Born 25 Aug 1840, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Marr James TANNER 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 1 Dec 1933, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
2 Thomas HINGSTON ( - ) [1067].
3 Mary RING ( - ) [1068].
Thomas HINGSTON ( - )
1 Thomas HINGSTON ( - ) [1067].
Alfred HODGSON (1845-1890)
1 Alfred HODGSON (1845-1890) [676]. Born 1845, Manchester, Lancashire. Died 1890.
Attended Sidcot School between 1856 and 1860.
2 John HODGSON ( - ) [671].
3 Jane DODGSON ( - ) [672].
Emily HODGSON (1849?-1924)
1 Emily HODGSON (1849?-1924) [563]. Born 1849 (app), Manchester, Lancashire. Marr George WITHY 1869. Died 1924.
Attended Sidcot School between 1857 and 1861.
2 John HODGSON ( - ) [671].
3 Jane DODGSON ( - ) [672].
John HODGSON ( - )
1 John HODGSON ( - ) [671].
Mary HODGSON ( - )
1 Mary Elizabeth HODGSON ( - ) [336]. Born. Died.
Mary HODGSON (1847- )
1 Mary Jane HODGSON (1847- ) [674]. Born 1847, Manchester, Lancashire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1856 and 1861.
2 John HODGSON ( - ) [671].
3 Jane DODGSON ( - ) [672].
Mary HOLMES, ( - )
1 Mary Ann HOLMES, ( - ) [1186].
Maria HOLROYD (1771-1863)
1 Maria Josepha HOLROYD (1771-1863) [961]. Born 3 Jan 1771. Marr John Thomas STANLEY 11 Oct 1796. Died 1 Nov 1863.
Carl HOPKINS ( - )
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1 Carl HOPKINS ( - ) [201]. Born. Died.
2 Eric J HOPKINS (1937- ) [200]. Born 1937, Dartford. Marr Daphne W ROGERS 1962, Sidcup, Kent. Died.
4 Henry HOPKINS (1904-1978) [199]. Born 10 Dec 1904. Marr Daisy SALISBURY 1933 (app), Dartford. Died 1978, Dover, Kent.
In 1911 census, lived at; 6 Shermanbury Place, Erith, Dartford, Kent.
8 Henry John HOPKINS ( - ) [636].
9 Clara FLORENCE ( - ) [637].
5 Daisy SALISBURY (1899-1977) [198]. Born 17 Jun 1899, Manchester (Union Workhouse, Salford). Died 1977, Dover, Kent.
In 1911 census, was shown as Salisbury - age 6; Mother Mary Ellen married Thomas 2 years earlier (in 1909)
in 1901 census, Daisy Salisbury (born in Salford, Lancashire) and Harry Salisbury (born in Chester, Cheshire) are shown as Boarders with Robert and HarriettTurner, at 14, Harriet Street, Broughton, Lancashire.
10 Thomas John WORRALL (1881- ) [43]. Born 6 Sep 1881, Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 16 Oct 1881, Plemstall Parish, Chester. Rector - Thomas Lowe. Marr Mary Helen SALISBURY 23 Feb 1909, Chester, Cheshire. Died.
Builder's Labourer (unemployed) in 1911 census, living at 3 Farm Buildings Tarvin Road Chester
In 1901 census, was an Iron Works Labourer
In 1891 Census, living at: 14, Cross Street, Chester (Thos Jno).
11 Mary Helen SALISBURY (1871?- ) [44]. Born 1871 (app), Huntington. Died.
Is it Ellen or Hellen? In 1891 census, was visiting the Ward family,
3 Daphne W ROGERS (1940- ) [203]. Born 1940, Dartford. Died.
Eric HOPKINS (1937- )
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1 Eric J HOPKINS (1937- ) [200]. Born 1937, Dartford. Marr Daphne W ROGERS 1962, Sidcup, Kent. Died.
2 Henry HOPKINS (1904-1978) [199]. Born 10 Dec 1904. Marr Daisy SALISBURY 1933 (app), Dartford. Died 1978, Dover, Kent.
In 1911 census, lived at; 6 Shermanbury Place, Erith, Dartford, Kent.
4 Henry John HOPKINS ( - ) [636].
5 Clara FLORENCE ( - ) [637].
3 Daisy SALISBURY (1899-1977) [198]. Born 17 Jun 1899, Manchester (Union Workhouse, Salford). Died 1977, Dover, Kent.
In 1911 census, was shown as Salisbury - age 6; Mother Mary Ellen married Thomas 2 years earlier (in 1909)
in 1901 census, Daisy Salisbury (born in Salford, Lancashire) and Harry Salisbury (born in Chester, Cheshire) are shown as Boarders with Robert and HarriettTurner, at 14, Harriet Street, Broughton, Lancashire.
6 Thomas John WORRALL (1881- ) [43]. Born 6 Sep 1881, Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 16 Oct 1881, Plemstall Parish, Chester. Rector - Thomas Lowe. Marr Mary Helen SALISBURY 23 Feb 1909, Chester, Cheshire. Died.
Builder's Labourer (unemployed) in 1911 census, living at 3 Farm Buildings Tarvin Road Chester
In 1901 census, was an Iron Works Labourer
In 1891 Census, living at: 14, Cross Street, Chester (Thos Jno).
12 William WORRALL (1855?- ) [493]. Born 1855 (app), Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 19 Sep 1855, Saint Peter, Plemstall (Plemonstall) Chester, Cheshire. Mickle Trafford.
In 1881 Census, lived at: Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1891 census, lived at 14, Cross Street, Chester (recorded as Willm & Eliz)
In 1901 census, lived at 10, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester.
13 Elizabeth WRIGHT (1858?- ) [509]. Born 1858 (app), Flintshire, Spon Green.
may be Elizabeth Wright - married in 1880 (Oct - Dec)
In 1861 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Daughter age 3 - Born 1858, in Bistre, Flintshire
In 1871 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Servant age 13 Born 1858, in Flintshire
In 1901 cencus, shown as born in Buckley, Lancashire.
7 Mary Helen SALISBURY (1871?- ) [44]. Born 1871 (app), Huntington. Died.
Is it Ellen or Hellen? In 1891 census, was visiting the Ward family,
14 John SALISBURY (1849?-bef1909) [495]. Born 1849 (app), Huntingdon, Cheshire. Died bef Feb 1909.
In 1881 census, Jno (John) Salisbury - Farm labourer, living at: 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton
In 1891 census, Waggoner - living at: 104, Christleton Road, Chester.
15 Mary (1850- ) [496]. Born 1850, Conway, Caernarvonshire, Wales.
from 1881 census, lived at 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton.
Henry HOPKINS (1904-1978)
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1 Henry HOPKINS (1904-1978) [199]. Born 10 Dec 1904. Marr Daisy SALISBURY 1933 (app), Dartford. Died 1978, Dover, Kent.
In 1911 census, lived at; 6 Shermanbury Place, Erith, Dartford, Kent.
2 Henry John HOPKINS ( - ) [636].
3 Clara FLORENCE ( - ) [637].
Henry HOPKINS ( - )
1 Henry John HOPKINS ( - ) [636].
Michele HOPKINS ( - )
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1 Michele HOPKINS ( - ) [202]. Born. Died.
2 Eric J HOPKINS (1937- ) [200]. Born 1937, Dartford. Marr Daphne W ROGERS 1962, Sidcup, Kent. Died.
4 Henry HOPKINS (1904-1978) [199]. Born 10 Dec 1904. Marr Daisy SALISBURY 1933 (app), Dartford. Died 1978, Dover, Kent.
In 1911 census, lived at; 6 Shermanbury Place, Erith, Dartford, Kent.
8 Henry John HOPKINS ( - ) [636].
9 Clara FLORENCE ( - ) [637].
5 Daisy SALISBURY (1899-1977) [198]. Born 17 Jun 1899, Manchester (Union Workhouse, Salford). Died 1977, Dover, Kent.
In 1911 census, was shown as Salisbury - age 6; Mother Mary Ellen married Thomas 2 years earlier (in 1909)
in 1901 census, Daisy Salisbury (born in Salford, Lancashire) and Harry Salisbury (born in Chester, Cheshire) are shown as Boarders with Robert and HarriettTurner, at 14, Harriet Street, Broughton, Lancashire.
10 Thomas John WORRALL (1881- ) [43]. Born 6 Sep 1881, Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 16 Oct 1881, Plemstall Parish, Chester. Rector - Thomas Lowe. Marr Mary Helen SALISBURY 23 Feb 1909, Chester, Cheshire. Died.
Builder's Labourer (unemployed) in 1911 census, living at 3 Farm Buildings Tarvin Road Chester
In 1901 census, was an Iron Works Labourer
In 1891 Census, living at: 14, Cross Street, Chester (Thos Jno).
11 Mary Helen SALISBURY (1871?- ) [44]. Born 1871 (app), Huntington. Died.
Is it Ellen or Hellen? In 1891 census, was visiting the Ward family,
3 Daphne W ROGERS (1940- ) [203]. Born 1940, Dartford. Died.
Kate HOULD ( - )
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| Kate HOULD (or ruth gould?), arthur and bertha withy weddings 13 feb 1897 | |
1 Kate HOULD (or ruth gould?) ( - ) [561]. Marr Arthur WITHY 13 Feb 1897.
2 Richard A HOULD (1833?-1920?) [1054]. Born 1833 (app). Died 1920 (app).
Richard HOULD (1833?-1920?)
1 Richard A HOULD (1833?-1920?) [1054]. Born 1833 (app). Died 1920 (app).
Margaret HOWARD (1512- )
1 Margaret HOWARD (1512- ) [924]. Born 1512, Tisbury, Wilts.
Catrin HOWELLS (2006- )
1 Catrin Gwen Llian HOWELLS (2006- ) [653]. Born 23 Mar 2006, Caerphilly, Glamorgan, Wales.
2 Marc Iestyn HOWELLS (1978- ) [650]. Born 14 Jan 1978. Marr Claire Julia FOSTER 16 May 2003, Ystrad Mynach, Caerphilly, Wales.
3 Claire Julia FOSTER 1 (1978- ) [31]. Born 13 Apr 1978, Clatterbridge Hospital, Bebbington. Died.
6 Michael Harold FOSTER 2 (1952- ) [22]. Born 8 Mar 1952, Highfield Maternity Hospital, Wallasey. Marr Janet BERNSTEIN 11 May 1974, Westbourne Road Methodist Church, Westkirby.
12 Gordon Harold FOSTER 3 (1918-1996) [13]. Born 1918, Cable Road, Hoylake. Marr Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 9 Mar 1951, Wallasey, Cheshire. Died 18 Jul 1996.
13 Mary Poppy CHRISTIAN 1 (1923-2009) [21]. Born 23 Aug 1923, Marsham, Norfolk, England. Died 2 Aug 2009.
Lived in a Christian home. Adopted at age of (???) , by a (single) School Teacher.
Real mother was secretary to a butcher/farm manager. Father is believed to be the butcher/farm manager.
Original name, Poppy Freeman.
Grace Christian was also adopted by the 'school teacher'.
7 Janet BERNSTEIN 1 (1953- ) [29]. Born 9 Mar 1953, Hoscope Park Nursing Home, Westkirby.
14 John BERNSTEIN (1912-1971) [295]. Born 29 Dec 1912, Liverpool, Lancashire, England. Marr Gladys LINLEY 28 Feb 1942, Methodist Church, Wesbourne Road, W. Died 15 May 1971, Hoylake, Cheshire, England.
15 Gladys LINLEY (1914-2003) [294]. Born 21 Jan 1914, Dinmore, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England. Died 2 Mar 2003, Abbeyfield Nursing Home, Wesr Kirby, Wirral, Ch.
Sources
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| 2 | Mother (Mollie Foster) & In person |
| 3 | Relatives |
Marc HOWELLS (1978- )
1 Marc Iestyn HOWELLS (1978- ) [650]. Born 14 Jan 1978. Marr Claire Julia FOSTER 16 May 2003, Ystrad Mynach, Caerphilly, Wales.
Clementine HOZIER (1885-1977)
1 Clementine Ogilvy HOZIER (1885-1977) [971]. Born 1 Apr 1885. Died 12 Dec 1977.
2 Henry Montagu HOZIER ( - ) [970].
3 Henrietta Blanche OGILVY (1852-1925) [969]. Born 8 Nov 1852. Died 28 Mar 1925.
6 David Graham Drummond OGILVY ( - ) [966].
7 Henrietta Blanche STANLEY (1830-1921) [964]. Born 3 Jul 1830. Died 5 Jan 1921.
14 Edward John STANLEY (1802-1869) [962]. Born 13 Nov 1802. Marr Henrietta Maria DILLON 6 Oct 1826. Died 16 Jun 1869, Alderley, Cheshire.
15 Henrietta Maria DILLON (1807- ) [963]. Born 21 Dec 1807, Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Henry HOZIER ( - )
1 Henry Montagu HOZIER ( - ) [970].
Alan HULL ( - )
1 Alan Frank HULL 1 ( - ) [412]. Born. Died.
2 Walter Oswald HULL 1 ( - ) [407]. Born. Marr Eileen Clennel STANKLEY. Died.
3 Eileen Clennel STANKLEY 1 ( - ) [404]. Born. Died.
6 Robert Mutter STANKLEY 1 (1870-1963) [397]. Born 5 Mar 1870. Died 1963.
12 Edward STANKLEY 1 (1839-1928) [394]. Born 19 Aug 1839. Marr Mary Ann BARRON. Died 1928.
13 Mary Ann BARRON 1 ( -1908) [396]. Born. Died 25 Sep 1908.
7 Elizabeth Ann EMERSON 1 ( - ) [401]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Walter HULL ( - )
1 Walter Oswald HULL 1 ( - ) [407]. Born. Marr Eileen Clennel STANKLEY. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
King Edward II Plantagenet (1284-1327)
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1 Edward II 1 (1284-1327) [196]. Born 25 Apr 1284. Died 21 Sep 1327.
King of England EDWARD II Plantagenet was born on 25 Apr 1284 in Carnarvon Castle, Wales. He died on 21 Sep 1327 in England. The Cause of death was Murdered by wife. He was married to Queen of England ISABELLA France on 22 Jan 1307.
Queen of England ISABELLA France was born in 1292 in Paris, Seine, France. She died on 22 Aug 1358 in England. Children were:
i. King of England EDWARD III.
2 Edward 1 1 (1239-1307) [204]. Born 17 Jun 1239, Westminster, London, England. Marr MARGEURITE OF FRANCE 10 Sep 1299. Died 7 Jul 1307, Burgh-On-Sands, Cumberland, England.
He was buried on 28 Oct 1307 in Westminster, London, England. He was married to Queen of England, Castile ELEANOR in 1254.
Children were:
i. England Plantagenet JOAN was born in 1272 in Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. She died on 23 Apr 1307 in Clare, Suffolk, England.
ii. England MARGARET was born in 1275. She died in 1318.
iii. England Plantagenet ELIZABETH was born on 7 Aug 1282 in Rhuddlan Castle, Flint, WALES. She died on 5 May 1316 in Quendon, Essex, ENGLAND. She was buried on 23 May 1316 in Walden Abbey, Herts, England.
iv. King of England EDWARD II Plantagenet.
4 HENRY III (1207- ) [1008]. Born 1 Oct 1207, Winchester.
5 Eleanor of PROVENCE (1217- ) [1009]. Born 1217.
3 Eleanor OF CASTILLE 1 (1241-1290) [195]. Born 1241, Castile, Spain. Died 25 Nov 1290, Harby, Near Lincoln.
Eleanor of Castile was the first queen consort of Edward I of England. She was also Countess of Ponthieu in her own right from 1279 until her death in 1290, succeeding her mother and ruling together with her husband.
Edward married Eleanor at Las Huelgas in Spain (October 1254) and then traveled to Bordeaux to organize his scattered appanage.
Upon her death, Edward erected the famous Eleanor Crosses--several of which still stand--at each place where her coffin rested on its way to London. The best known are at Banbury and Charring (London).
6 Saint FERDINAND III (1199-1252) [454]. Born 5 Aug 1199. Marr Joan of DAMMARTIN. Died 30 May 1252.
King of Castile from 1217 and King of Galicia and León from 1230.
12 Alfonso IX of LEÓN (1171-1230?) [597]. Born 15 Aug 1171. Died 23 Sep 1230 (app).
Was king of León and Galicia from the death of his father Ferdinand II in 1188 until his own death. According to Ibn Khaldun, he is said to have been called the Baboso or Slobberer because he was subject to fits of rage during which he foamed at the mouth.
13 Dońa BERENGUELA (1180-1246) [457]. Born 1180. Marr Alfonso IX FERNANDEZ 1197. Died 8 Nov 1246.
7 Joan of DAMMARTIN (1200?-1279) [455]. Born 1200 (app). Died 16 Mar 1279, Abbeville.
14 Simon of DAMMARTIN (1180-1239) [595]. Born 1180. Died 21 Sep 1239.
15 Marie of PONTHIEU (1199-1251) [596]. Born 17 Apr 1199. Died 1251.
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HENRY III (1207- )
1 HENRY III (1207- ) [1008]. Born 1 Oct 1207, Winchester.
Ann JACKSON ( - )
1 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
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Joseph JALLAND ( - )
1 Joseph JALLAND ( - ) [1051]. Marr Sarah FOWLER 12 Apr 1792, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Joseph JALLAND ( - )
1 Joseph JALLAND ( - ) [1116].
2 Joseph JALLAND ( - ) [1051]. Marr Sarah FOWLER 12 Apr 1792, Coventry, Warwickshire.
3 Sarah FOWLER ( - ) [1048].
6 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
7 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
14 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
15 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Sarah JALLAND ( - )
1 Sarah JALLAND ( - ) [1114].
2 Joseph JALLAND ( - ) [1051]. Marr Sarah FOWLER 12 Apr 1792, Coventry, Warwickshire.
3 Sarah FOWLER ( - ) [1048].
6 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
7 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
14 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
15 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
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Mary JAMES (1941- )
1 Mary JAMES (1941- ) [78]. Born 1941. Died.
Jennie JEROME Of New York ( - )
1 Jennie JEROME ( - ) [975].
Hazel JOHANNESSEN (1987- )
1 Hazel JOHANNESSEN (1987- ) [368]. Born 28 Jul 1987. Died.
2 Robert MALLETT (1953- ) [363]. Born 4 Dec 1953. Died.
3 Susan Lynn STANKLEY (1955- ) [364]. Born 6 Dec 1955. Died.
6 John Edward STANKLEY (1923-1982) [356]. Born 19 Aug 1923. Died 6 Mar 1982.
12 John James STANKLEY (1888-1954) [341]. Born 8 Sep 1888. Died 6 Mar 1954.
13 Christina Lily GREAVES (1891-1977) [342]. Born 21 Dec 1891. Died 26 May 1977.
7 Sheila BRADLEY (1930- ) [355]. Born 2 Mar 1930. Died.
Neil JOHANNESSEN (1954- )
1 Neil JOHANNESSEN (1954- ) [366]. Born 22 Feb 1954. Died.
Beryl JONES (1921- )
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| Beryl JONES, beryl_w | |
1 Beryl JONES 1 (1921- ) [53]. Born 31 Aug 1921, Wallasey. Died.
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Mary JONES ( - )
1 Mary Anne JONES ( - ) [663].
Joan KELLY ( - )
1 Joan Ann KELLY ( - ) [749]. Marr Peter Michael WITHY 15 Jun 1963, Whakatane, New Zealand.
Catherine KING ( - )
1 Catherine KING ( - ) [951].
Edward KING (1900-1901)
| Mother: Bertha WITHY, 1895, age 18, Bertha Withy ship launch 1895 | |
1 Edward Lloyd KING (1900-1901) [712]. Born 1900. Died 11 Mar 1901.
2 Frederick M KING ( - ) [574]. Marr Bertha WITHY 9 Feb 1897.
From The Social Sphere; Observer, Volume XVI, Issue 946, 13 February 1897, Page 10.
A very interesting double wedding was quietly solemnized, on Tuesday last, at the residence of Mr Edward Withy, Parnell the contracting couples being Mr Arthur Withy and Miss Katie Hould, youngest daughter of Mr Houia of Auckland, and Mr Frederick M. King ana Mias Bertha Withy. The Rev. Alfred Peters officiated m the presence of a number of relatives and friends. Mr ana Mrs Withy departed in the Anglian to join the Kaikoura for England, where it ia Mr Withy's intention to resume the journalistic profession. Mr and Mrs King, departed to spend their honeymoon at Rotorua.
3 Bertha WITHY (1877- ) [430]. Born 1877, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
6 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
12 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
13 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
7 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
14 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
15 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
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Frederick KING ( - )
1 Frederick M KING ( - ) [574]. Marr Bertha WITHY 9 Feb 1897.
From The Social Sphere; Observer, Volume XVI, Issue 946, 13 February 1897, Page 10.
A very interesting double wedding was quietly solemnized, on Tuesday last, at the residence of Mr Edward Withy, Parnell the contracting couples being Mr Arthur Withy and Miss Katie Hould, youngest daughter of Mr Houia of Auckland, and Mr Frederick M. King ana Mias Bertha Withy. The Rev. Alfred Peters officiated m the presence of a number of relatives and friends. Mr ana Mrs Withy departed in the Anglian to join the Kaikoura for England, where it ia Mr Withy's intention to resume the journalistic profession. Mr and Mrs King, departed to spend their honeymoon at Rotorua.
Fernando KING OF LEON ( - )
1 Fernando II Alfonsez KING OF LEON ( - ) [458]. Born. Marr Urraca Affonsez QUEEN OF LEON. Died.
Eleanor KING OF LEON & CASTILE ( - )
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1 Eleanor KING OF LEON & CASTILE ( - ) [534].
2 Alfonso IX FERNANDEZ (1171-1230) [456]. Born 15 Aug 1171. Marr Dońa BERENGUELA 1197. Died 24 Sep 1230.
4 Fernando II Alfonsez KING OF LEON ( - ) [458]. Born. Marr Urraca Affonsez QUEEN OF LEON. Died.
5 Urraca Affonsez QUEEN OF LEON ( - ) [459]. Died.
3 Dońa BERENGUELA (1180-1246) [457]. Born 1180. Died 8 Nov 1246.
Note on Marriage to Alfonso IX FERNANDEZ: Annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins.
6 Alfonso VIII of CASTILE ( - ) [533].
7 Eleanor PLANTAGENET ( - ) [530].
14 Henry II of ENGLAND ( - ) [531].
15 Eleanor of AQUITAINE ( - ) [532].
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| Elizabeth LE DESPENSER, 1845, age 518, Elizabeth le Despenser | |
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| Father: Hugh LE DISPENSER, 1326, age 40, Execution of HughDespenser | |
1 Elizabeth LE DESPENSER (1327?-1389) [190]. Born 1327 (app). Marr Sir Maurice BERKELEY Aug 1338. Died 13 Jul 1389.
2 Hugh LE DISPENSER (1286-1326) [191]. Born 1286. Died 24 Nov 1326.
In May 1306 Hugh was knighted
Hanged
. Sometimes referred to as "the Elder Despenser", was for a time the chief adviser to King Edward II of England.
4 Hugh le DESPENSER (1260-1326) [575]. Born 1 Mar 1260. Died 27 Oct 1326.
He was created a baron by writ of summons to Parliament in 1295. Despenser became Edward's loyal servant and chief administrator after Gaveston was executed in 1312, but the jealousy of other barons - and, more importantly, his own corruption and unjust behaviour - led to his being exiled along with his son Hugh Despenser the younger in 1321, when Edmund de Woodstoke replaced him as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports.
8 Sir Hugh le DESPENCER (1223-1265) [576]. Born 1223. Died 4 Aug 1265.
9 Aliva BASSET ( - ) [577].
5 Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [581].
10 William de BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [582].
11 Maud FITZJOHN ( -1301?) [583]. Died 16 Apr 1301 (app).
3 Eleanor DE CLARE (1292-1337) [192]. Born 3 Oct 1292, Caerphilly in Glamorgan, Wales. Died 30 Jun 1337.
6 Gilbert DE CLARE (1243-1295) [193]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295, Monmouth Castle.
Also known as "Red" Gilbert de Clare, probably because of his hair colour.
12 Richard de CLARE (1243-1295) [590]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295.
13 Maud de LACY ( - ) [591].
7 Joan of ACRE (1272-1307) [194]. Born Apr 1272, Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. Died 23 Apr 1307, Clare, Suffolk, England.
The daughter of King Edward I of England and Eleanor of Castile. The name "Acre" derives from her birthplace in the Holy Land while her parents were on a crusade.
She was married twice; her first husband was Gilbert de Clare, 7th Earl of Gloucester, one of the most powerful nobles in her father's kingdom; her second husband was Ralph de Monthermer, a squire in her household whom she married in secrecy.
Joan is most notable for the claim that miracles have allegedly taken place at her grave, and for the multiple references of her in literature.
14 Edward 1 1 (1239-1307) [204]. Born 17 Jun 1239, Westminster, London, England. Marr MARGEURITE OF FRANCE 10 Sep 1299. Died 7 Jul 1307, Burgh-On-Sands, Cumberland, England.
He was buried on 28 Oct 1307 in Westminster, London, England. He was married to Queen of England, Castile ELEANOR in 1254.
Children were:
i. England Plantagenet JOAN was born in 1272 in Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. She died on 23 Apr 1307 in Clare, Suffolk, England.
ii. England MARGARET was born in 1275. She died in 1318.
iii. England Plantagenet ELIZABETH was born on 7 Aug 1282 in Rhuddlan Castle, Flint, WALES. She died on 5 May 1316 in Quendon, Essex, ENGLAND. She was buried on 23 May 1316 in Walden Abbey, Herts, England.
iv. King of England EDWARD II Plantagenet.
15 Eleanor OF CASTILLE 1 (1241-1290) [195]. Born 1241, Castile, Spain. Died 25 Nov 1290, Harby, Near Lincoln.
Eleanor of Castile was the first queen consort of Edward I of England. She was also Countess of Ponthieu in her own right from 1279 until her death in 1290, succeeding her mother and ruling together with her husband.
Edward married Eleanor at Las Huelgas in Spain (October 1254) and then traveled to Bordeaux to organize his scattered appanage.
Upon her death, Edward erected the famous Eleanor Crosses--several of which still stand--at each place where her coffin rested on its way to London. The best known are at Banbury and Charring (London).
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Hugh LE DISPENSER (1286-1326)
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| Hugh LE DISPENSER, 1326, age 40, Execution of HughDespenser | |
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| Father: Hugh le DESPENSER, Coat of arms of elder dispenser | |
1 Hugh LE DISPENSER (1286-1326) [191]. Born 1286. Died 24 Nov 1326.
In May 1306 Hugh was knighted
Hanged
. Sometimes referred to as "the Elder Despenser", was for a time the chief adviser to King Edward II of England.
2 Hugh le DESPENSER (1260-1326) [575]. Born 1 Mar 1260. Died 27 Oct 1326.
He was created a baron by writ of summons to Parliament in 1295. Despenser became Edward's loyal servant and chief administrator after Gaveston was executed in 1312, but the jealousy of other barons - and, more importantly, his own corruption and unjust behaviour - led to his being exiled along with his son Hugh Despenser the younger in 1321, when Edmund de Woodstoke replaced him as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports.
4 Sir Hugh le DESPENCER (1223-1265) [576]. Born 1223. Died 4 Aug 1265.
5 Aliva BASSET ( - ) [577].
10 Philip BASSET (1185-1271) [578]. Born 1185. Died 19 Oct 1271.
11 Hawise DE LOUVAINE ( - ) [990].
3 Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [581].
6 William de BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [582].
7 Maud FITZJOHN ( -1301?) [583]. Died 16 Apr 1301 (app).
14 John FITZGEOFFREY (1205?-1258) [584]. Born 1205 (app), Shere, Surrey, England. Died 23 Nov 1258.
John LE DISPENSER (1325?- )
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| Father: Hugh LE DISPENSER, 1326, age 40, Execution of HughDespenser | |
1 John LE DISPENSER (1325?- ) [598]. Born 1325 (app).
2 Hugh LE DISPENSER (1286-1326) [191]. Born 1286. Died 24 Nov 1326.
In May 1306 Hugh was knighted
Hanged
. Sometimes referred to as "the Elder Despenser", was for a time the chief adviser to King Edward II of England.
4 Hugh le DESPENSER (1260-1326) [575]. Born 1 Mar 1260. Died 27 Oct 1326.
He was created a baron by writ of summons to Parliament in 1295. Despenser became Edward's loyal servant and chief administrator after Gaveston was executed in 1312, but the jealousy of other barons - and, more importantly, his own corruption and unjust behaviour - led to his being exiled along with his son Hugh Despenser the younger in 1321, when Edmund de Woodstoke replaced him as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports.
8 Sir Hugh le DESPENCER (1223-1265) [576]. Born 1223. Died 4 Aug 1265.
9 Aliva BASSET ( - ) [577].
5 Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [581].
10 William de BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [582].
11 Maud FITZJOHN ( -1301?) [583]. Died 16 Apr 1301 (app).
3 Eleanor DE CLARE (1292-1337) [192]. Born 3 Oct 1292, Caerphilly in Glamorgan, Wales. Died 30 Jun 1337.
6 Gilbert DE CLARE (1243-1295) [193]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295, Monmouth Castle.
Also known as "Red" Gilbert de Clare, probably because of his hair colour.
12 Richard de CLARE (1243-1295) [590]. Born 2 Sep 1243, Christchurch, Hampshire. Died 7 Dec 1295.
13 Maud de LACY ( - ) [591].
7 Joan of ACRE (1272-1307) [194]. Born Apr 1272, Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. Died 23 Apr 1307, Clare, Suffolk, England.
The daughter of King Edward I of England and Eleanor of Castile. The name "Acre" derives from her birthplace in the Holy Land while her parents were on a crusade.
She was married twice; her first husband was Gilbert de Clare, 7th Earl of Gloucester, one of the most powerful nobles in her father's kingdom; her second husband was Ralph de Monthermer, a squire in her household whom she married in secrecy.
Joan is most notable for the claim that miracles have allegedly taken place at her grave, and for the multiple references of her in literature.
14 Edward 1 1 (1239-1307) [204]. Born 17 Jun 1239, Westminster, London, England. Marr MARGEURITE OF FRANCE 10 Sep 1299. Died 7 Jul 1307, Burgh-On-Sands, Cumberland, England.
He was buried on 28 Oct 1307 in Westminster, London, England. He was married to Queen of England, Castile ELEANOR in 1254.
Children were:
i. England Plantagenet JOAN was born in 1272 in Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. She died on 23 Apr 1307 in Clare, Suffolk, England.
ii. England MARGARET was born in 1275. She died in 1318.
iii. England Plantagenet ELIZABETH was born on 7 Aug 1282 in Rhuddlan Castle, Flint, WALES. She died on 5 May 1316 in Quendon, Essex, ENGLAND. She was buried on 23 May 1316 in Walden Abbey, Herts, England.
iv. King of England EDWARD II Plantagenet.
15 Eleanor OF CASTILLE 1 (1241-1290) [195]. Born 1241, Castile, Spain. Died 25 Nov 1290, Harby, Near Lincoln.
Eleanor of Castile was the first queen consort of Edward I of England. She was also Countess of Ponthieu in her own right from 1279 until her death in 1290, succeeding her mother and ruling together with her husband.
Edward married Eleanor at Las Huelgas in Spain (October 1254) and then traveled to Bordeaux to organize his scattered appanage.
Upon her death, Edward erected the famous Eleanor Crosses--several of which still stand--at each place where her coffin rested on its way to London. The best known are at Banbury and Charring (London).
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1 William LEE ( -1809) [783]. Died 6 Aug 1809, Henbury.
Christian LENNARD ( - )
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Alfonso LEÓN (1171-1230?)
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| Alfonso IX of LEÓN, Alfonso IX of León | |
1 Alfonso IX of LEÓN (1171-1230?) [597]. Born 15 Aug 1171. Died 23 Sep 1230 (app).
Was king of León and Galicia from the death of his father Ferdinand II in 1188 until his own death. According to Ibn Khaldun, he is said to have been called the Baboso or Slobberer because he was subject to fits of rage during which he foamed at the mouth.
Berengaria LEÓN (1204-1237)
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1 Berengaria of LEÓN (1204-1237) [537]. Born 1204. Died 1237.
2 Alfonso IX FERNANDEZ (1171-1230) [456]. Born 15 Aug 1171. Marr Dońa BERENGUELA 1197. Died 24 Sep 1230.
4 Fernando II Alfonsez KING OF LEON ( - ) [458]. Born. Marr Urraca Affonsez QUEEN OF LEON. Died.
5 Urraca Affonsez QUEEN OF LEON ( - ) [459]. Died.
3 Dońa BERENGUELA (1180-1246) [457]. Born 1180. Died 8 Nov 1246.
Note on Marriage to Alfonso IX FERNANDEZ: Annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins.
6 Alfonso VIII of CASTILE ( - ) [533].
7 Eleanor PLANTAGENET ( - ) [530].
14 Henry II of ENGLAND ( - ) [531].
15 Eleanor of AQUITAINE ( - ) [532].
William LETT ( - )
1 William Alfred John LETT ( - ) [753]. Marr Susan Anne WITHY 20 Jul 1957, Whakatane, New Zealand.
Olga LEUTZ ( - )
1 Olga LEUTZ ( - ) [678].
Gladys LINLEY (1914-2003)
1 Gladys LINLEY (1914-2003) [294]. Born 21 Jan 1914, Dinmore, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England. Marr John BERNSTEIN 28 Feb 1942, Methodist Church, Wesbourne Road, W. Died 2 Mar 2003, Abbeyfield Nursing Home, Wesr Kirby, Wirral, Ch.
2 William LINLEY ( - ) [662].
3 Mary Anne JONES ( - ) [663].
William LINLEY ( - )
1 William LINLEY ( - ) [662].
Margaret LISLE (1360-1392)
1 Margaret de LISLE (1360-1392) [608]. Born 1360. Died 1392.
2 Warine de LISLE ( - ) [609].
3 Margaret PIPARD ( - ) [610].
Warine LISLE ( - )
1 Warine de LISLE ( - ) [609].
John LITTLE (1780?- )
1 John LITTLE (1780?- ) [571]. Born 1780 (app), Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Ralph LITTON ( - )
1 Ralph DE GORGES of Wraxall & LITTON ( - ) [886].
2 Sir Ralph DE GORGES ( -1271) [884]. Died 1271.
3 Elena DE MORVILLE ( -1292) [885]. Died 1292.
Agatha LLOYD ( - )
1 Agatha LLOYD ( - ) [1142].
2 Sampson LLOYD (1728- ) [1130]. Born 1728.
4 Sampson LLOYD (1699-1779) [1128]. Born 1699. Died 1779.
Founding father of Lloyds Bank - In 1765, at the age of 66, he formed a company with the button maker John Taylor (1711–1775) and his own son, Sampson (3rd), creating Birmingham's first bank: Taylor's and Lloyds, located at 7 Dale End. This is the bank which became Lloyds Bank, and then Lloyds TSB.
8 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
9 Mary CROWLEY (1677- ) [1120]. Born 1677.
5 Sarah PARKES ( - ) [1129].
3 Rachel BARNES ( - ) [1131].
Alfred LLOYD ( - )
1 Alfred LLOYD ( - ) [1137].
2 Sampson LLOYD (1728- ) [1130]. Born 1728.
4 Sampson LLOYD (1699-1779) [1128]. Born 1699. Died 1779.
Founding father of Lloyds Bank - In 1765, at the age of 66, he formed a company with the button maker John Taylor (1711–1775) and his own son, Sampson (3rd), creating Birmingham's first bank: Taylor's and Lloyds, located at 7 Dale End. This is the bank which became Lloyds Bank, and then Lloyds TSB.
8 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
9 Mary CROWLEY (1677- ) [1120]. Born 1677.
5 Sarah PARKES ( - ) [1129].
3 Rachel BARNES ( - ) [1131].
Ambrose LLOYD (1698- )
1 Ambrose LLOYD (1698- ) [1127]. Born 1698.
2 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
4 Charles LLOYDE OF DELEBRAD (1ST QUAKER) ( -1698) [171]. Born. Died 1698.
8 [unnamed person] ( - ) [1117].
5 Sarah Elizabeth LORT 1 (1633-1685) [172]. Born 2 Nov 1633, Stockpole Court, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Died 1685.
10 Sampson LORT 1 (1610- ) [173]. Born 1610. Died.
11 Olive PHILLIPS (1615- ) [174]. Born 1615. Died.
3 Mary CROWLEY (1677- ) [1120]. Born 1677.
6 Ambrose CROWLEY (1658- ) [1121]. Born 1658.
7 Mary OWEN ( -1727) [1122]. Died 1727.
14 Charles OWEN ( - ) [1123].
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Anne LLOYD ( - )
1 Anne LLOYD ( - ) [1143].
2 Sampson LLOYD (1728- ) [1130]. Born 1728.
4 Sampson LLOYD (1699-1779) [1128]. Born 1699. Died 1779.
Founding father of Lloyds Bank - In 1765, at the age of 66, he formed a company with the button maker John Taylor (1711–1775) and his own son, Sampson (3rd), creating Birmingham's first bank: Taylor's and Lloyds, located at 7 Dale End. This is the bank which became Lloyds Bank, and then Lloyds TSB.
8 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
9 Mary CROWLEY (1677- ) [1120]. Born 1677.
5 Sarah PARKES ( - ) [1129].
3 Rachel BARNES ( - ) [1131].
Catherine LLOYD ( - )
1 Catherine LLOYD ( - ) [1145].
2 Sampson LLOYD (1728- ) [1130]. Born 1728.
4 Sampson LLOYD (1699-1779) [1128]. Born 1699. Died 1779.
Founding father of Lloyds Bank - In 1765, at the age of 66, he formed a company with the button maker John Taylor (1711–1775) and his own son, Sampson (3rd), creating Birmingham's first bank: Taylor's and Lloyds, located at 7 Dale End. This is the bank which became Lloyds Bank, and then Lloyds TSB.
8 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
9 Mary CROWLEY (1677- ) [1120]. Born 1677.
5 Sarah PARKES ( - ) [1129].
3 Rachel BARNES ( - ) [1131].
Charles LLOYD (1697- )
1 Charles LLOYD (1697- ) [1126]. Born 1697.
2 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
4 Charles LLOYDE OF DELEBRAD (1ST QUAKER) ( -1698) [171]. Born. Died 1698.
8 [unnamed person] ( - ) [1117].
5 Sarah Elizabeth LORT 1 (1633-1685) [172]. Born 2 Nov 1633, Stockpole Court, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Died 1685.
10 Sampson LORT 1 (1610- ) [173]. Born 1610. Died.
11 Olive PHILLIPS (1615- ) [174]. Born 1615. Died.
3 Mary CROWLEY (1677- ) [1120]. Born 1677.
6 Ambrose CROWLEY (1658- ) [1121]. Born 1658.
7 Mary OWEN ( -1727) [1122]. Died 1727.
14 Charles OWEN ( - ) [1123].
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Charles LLOYD (1662-1747)
1 Charles LLOYD (1662-1747) [1118]. Born 18 Oct 1662. Died 21 Jan 1747.
2 Charles LLOYDE OF DELEBRAD (1ST QUAKER) ( -1698) [171]. Born. Died 1698.
4 [unnamed person] ( - ) [1117].
3 Sarah Elizabeth LORT 1 (1633-1685) [172]. Born 2 Nov 1633, Stockpole Court, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Died 1685.
6 Sampson LORT 1 (1610- ) [173]. Born 1610. Died.
12 Henry LORT ( - ) [896].
Note: Sheriff 1619.Henry had three sons: ROGER (who lived atStackpole); JOHN (who lived at Prickaston or Prickeston, near Castlemartin church - see Fenton, Pembrokeshire, 1903 ed., 223; today only a farmhouse), and SAMPSON, of East Moor, near Manorbier, who m. a daughter of Sir John Philipps of Picton. All three 'trimmed' dexterously during the Civil Wars. In 1642 Roger was on the Parliament's Militia Commission for Pembrokeshire, but in the same year he and Sampson were members of the 'Royalist Association,' and Roger a Royalist officer; both brothers signed several declarations on the king's side in 1643-4; Roger persuaded Tenby to admit a royalist garrison, and Sampson was one of the gentry who spoke of attacking Pembroke. In 1643 Stackpole was taken by Rowland Laugharne (q.v.), but Roger Lort was not there - he had gone up to London to make his peace with Parliament, and though in 1645 he was fined Ł1,000, the fine was never paid. Indeed, in 1645 all three brothers were in the Parliamentary 'Association' of west Wales. But it is clear that the Puritan leaders of west Wales had little faith in them; and in the same year it became obvious that all was not well between them and Poyer and Laugharne. This disagreement became important in 1647 when Poyer threw all three into gaol; Poyer's disobedience of Laugharne's order to release them was one of the causes of his downfall later on. They were released, and at the end of the wars, officially pardoned. Not that the Royalists either thought highly of them; one of these in 1661 (Laws, Little England, 356 = Camb. Register, i, 164) judged that Roger Lort was prepared to adhere to any principle or religion that would bring him wealth, and as for Sampson: 'he hath only the jaw of the Scriptural Sampson, yet he wrought much harm with it - he can pray as long as it profits him.' It is, however, fair to say that Sampson, of all the three brothers, most resembles a genuine Puritan.
13 [unnamed person] ( - ) [900].
7 Olive PHILLIPS (1615- ) [174]. Born 1615. Died.
14 John PHILLIPS ( -1629) [175]. Born. Died 27 Mar 1629.
15 Ann PERROTT (1555?- ) [176]. Born 1555 (app). Died.
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Charlotte LLOYD ( - )
1 Charlotte LLOYD ( - ) [1144].
2 Sampson LLOYD (1728- ) [1130]. Born 1728.
4 Sampson LLOYD (1699-1779) [1128]. Born 1699. Died 1779.
Founding father of Lloyds Bank - In 1765, at the age of 66, he formed a company with the button maker John Taylor (1711–1775) and his own son, Sampson (3rd), creating Birmingham's first bank: Taylor's and Lloyds, located at 7 Dale End. This is the bank which became Lloyds Bank, and then Lloyds TSB.
8 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
9 Mary CROWLEY (1677- ) [1120]. Born 1677.
5 Sarah PARKES ( - ) [1129].
3 Rachel BARNES ( - ) [1131].
David LLOYD (1769- )
1 David LLOYD (1769- ) [1135]. Born 1769.
2 Sampson LLOYD (1728- ) [1130]. Born 1728.
4 Sampson LLOYD (1699-1779) [1128]. Born 1699. Died 1779.
Founding father of Lloyds Bank - In 1765, at the age of 66, he formed a company with the button maker John Taylor (1711–1775) and his own son, Sampson (3rd), creating Birmingham's first bank: Taylor's and Lloyds, located at 7 Dale End. This is the bank which became Lloyds Bank, and then Lloyds TSB.
8 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
9 Mary CROWLEY (1677- ) [1120]. Born 1677.
5 Sarah PARKES ( - ) [1129].
3 Rachel BARNES ( - ) [1131].
Elizabeth LLOYD ( - )
1 Elizabeth LLOYD ( - ) [1141].
2 Sampson LLOYD (1728- ) [1130]. Born 1728.
4 Sampson LLOYD (1699-1779) [1128]. Born 1699. Died 1779.
Founding father of Lloyds Bank - In 1765, at the age of 66, he formed a company with the button maker John Taylor (1711–1775) and his own son, Sampson (3rd), creating Birmingham's first bank: Taylor's and Lloyds, located at 7 Dale End. This is the bank which became Lloyds Bank, and then Lloyds TSB.
8 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
9 Mary CROWLEY (1677- ) [1120]. Born 1677.
5 Sarah PARKES ( - ) [1129].
3 Rachel BARNES ( - ) [1131].
Captain George LLOYD (1786- )
1 George LLOYD (1786- ) [1139]. Born 1786.
2 Sampson LLOYD (1728- ) [1130]. Born 1728.
4 Sampson LLOYD (1699-1779) [1128]. Born 1699. Died 1779.
Founding father of Lloyds Bank - In 1765, at the age of 66, he formed a company with the button maker John Taylor (1711–1775) and his own son, Sampson (3rd), creating Birmingham's first bank: Taylor's and Lloyds, located at 7 Dale End. This is the bank which became Lloyds Bank, and then Lloyds TSB.
8 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
9 Mary CROWLEY (1677- ) [1120]. Born 1677.
5 Sarah PARKES ( - ) [1129].
3 Rachel BARNES ( - ) [1131].
henry LLOYD (1784- )
1 henry LLOYD (1784- ) [1138]. Born 1784.
2 Sampson LLOYD (1728- ) [1130]. Born 1728.
4 Sampson LLOYD (1699-1779) [1128]. Born 1699. Died 1779.
Founding father of Lloyds Bank - In 1765, at the age of 66, he formed a company with the button maker John Taylor (1711–1775) and his own son, Sampson (3rd), creating Birmingham's first bank: Taylor's and Lloyds, located at 7 Dale End. This is the bank which became Lloyds Bank, and then Lloyds TSB.
8 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
9 Mary CROWLEY (1677- ) [1120]. Born 1677.
5 Sarah PARKES ( - ) [1129].
3 Rachel BARNES ( - ) [1131].
Jane LLOYD (1689?-1761)
1 Jane LLOYD (1689?-1761) [790]. Born 1689 (app). Christened 1689, St James, Bristol. Died 15 Sep 1761, St James, Bristol.
Margaret LLOYD (1931-2006)
1 Margaret LLOYD (1931-2006) [238]. Born 1931. Died 2006, Seale.
Rachel LLOYD ( - )
1 Rachel LLOYD ( - ) [1140].
2 Sampson LLOYD (1728- ) [1130]. Born 1728.
4 Sampson LLOYD (1699-1779) [1128]. Born 1699. Died 1779.
Founding father of Lloyds Bank - In 1765, at the age of 66, he formed a company with the button maker John Taylor (1711–1775) and his own son, Sampson (3rd), creating Birmingham's first bank: Taylor's and Lloyds, located at 7 Dale End. This is the bank which became Lloyds Bank, and then Lloyds TSB.
8 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
9 Mary CROWLEY (1677- ) [1120]. Born 1677.
5 Sarah PARKES ( - ) [1129].
3 Rachel BARNES ( - ) [1131].
Richard LLOYD (1772- )
1 Richard LLOYD (1772- ) [1136]. Born 1772.
2 Sampson LLOYD (1728- ) [1130]. Born 1728.
4 Sampson LLOYD (1699-1779) [1128]. Born 1699. Died 1779.
Founding father of Lloyds Bank - In 1765, at the age of 66, he formed a company with the button maker John Taylor (1711–1775) and his own son, Sampson (3rd), creating Birmingham's first bank: Taylor's and Lloyds, located at 7 Dale End. This is the bank which became Lloyds Bank, and then Lloyds TSB.
8 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
9 Mary CROWLEY (1677- ) [1120]. Born 1677.
5 Sarah PARKES ( - ) [1129].
3 Rachel BARNES ( - ) [1131].
Sampson LLOYD (1765- )
1 Sampson LLOYD (1765- ) [1133]. Born 1765.
2 Sampson LLOYD (1728- ) [1130]. Born 1728.
4 Sampson LLOYD (1699-1779) [1128]. Born 1699. Died 1779.
Founding father of Lloyds Bank - In 1765, at the age of 66, he formed a company with the button maker John Taylor (1711–1775) and his own son, Sampson (3rd), creating Birmingham's first bank: Taylor's and Lloyds, located at 7 Dale End. This is the bank which became Lloyds Bank, and then Lloyds TSB.
8 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
9 Mary CROWLEY (1677- ) [1120]. Born 1677.
5 Sarah PARKES ( - ) [1129].
3 Rachel BARNES ( - ) [1131].
Sampson LLOYD (1728- )
1 Sampson LLOYD (1728- ) [1130]. Born 1728.
2 Sampson LLOYD (1699-1779) [1128]. Born 1699. Died 1779.
Founding father of Lloyds Bank - In 1765, at the age of 66, he formed a company with the button maker John Taylor (1711–1775) and his own son, Sampson (3rd), creating Birmingham's first bank: Taylor's and Lloyds, located at 7 Dale End. This is the bank which became Lloyds Bank, and then Lloyds TSB.
4 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
8 Charles LLOYDE OF DELEBRAD (1ST QUAKER) ( -1698) [171]. Born. Died 1698.
9 Sarah Elizabeth LORT 1 (1633-1685) [172]. Born 2 Nov 1633, Stockpole Court, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Died 1685.
5 Mary CROWLEY (1677- ) [1120]. Born 1677.
10 Ambrose CROWLEY (1658- ) [1121]. Born 1658.
11 Mary OWEN ( -1727) [1122]. Died 1727.
3 Sarah PARKES ( - ) [1129].
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Sampson LLOYD (1699-1779)
1 Sampson LLOYD (1699-1779) [1128]. Born 1699. Died 1779.
Founding father of Lloyds Bank - In 1765, at the age of 66, he formed a company with the button maker John Taylor (1711–1775) and his own son, Sampson (3rd), creating Birmingham's first bank: Taylor's and Lloyds, located at 7 Dale End. This is the bank which became Lloyds Bank, and then Lloyds TSB.
2 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
4 Charles LLOYDE OF DELEBRAD (1ST QUAKER) ( -1698) [171]. Born. Died 1698.
8 [unnamed person] ( - ) [1117].
5 Sarah Elizabeth LORT 1 (1633-1685) [172]. Born 2 Nov 1633, Stockpole Court, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Died 1685.
10 Sampson LORT 1 (1610- ) [173]. Born 1610. Died.
11 Olive PHILLIPS (1615- ) [174]. Born 1615. Died.
3 Mary CROWLEY (1677- ) [1120]. Born 1677.
6 Ambrose CROWLEY (1658- ) [1121]. Born 1658.
7 Mary OWEN ( -1727) [1122]. Died 1727.
14 Charles OWEN ( - ) [1123].
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724)
1 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
2 Charles LLOYDE OF DELEBRAD (1ST QUAKER) ( -1698) [171]. Born. Died 1698.
4 [unnamed person] ( - ) [1117].
3 Sarah Elizabeth LORT 1 (1633-1685) [172]. Born 2 Nov 1633, Stockpole Court, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Died 1685.
6 Sampson LORT 1 (1610- ) [173]. Born 1610. Died.
12 Henry LORT ( - ) [896].
Note: Sheriff 1619.Henry had three sons: ROGER (who lived atStackpole); JOHN (who lived at Prickaston or Prickeston, near Castlemartin church - see Fenton, Pembrokeshire, 1903 ed., 223; today only a farmhouse), and SAMPSON, of East Moor, near Manorbier, who m. a daughter of Sir John Philipps of Picton. All three 'trimmed' dexterously during the Civil Wars. In 1642 Roger was on the Parliament's Militia Commission for Pembrokeshire, but in the same year he and Sampson were members of the 'Royalist Association,' and Roger a Royalist officer; both brothers signed several declarations on the king's side in 1643-4; Roger persuaded Tenby to admit a royalist garrison, and Sampson was one of the gentry who spoke of attacking Pembroke. In 1643 Stackpole was taken by Rowland Laugharne (q.v.), but Roger Lort was not there - he had gone up to London to make his peace with Parliament, and though in 1645 he was fined Ł1,000, the fine was never paid. Indeed, in 1645 all three brothers were in the Parliamentary 'Association' of west Wales. But it is clear that the Puritan leaders of west Wales had little faith in them; and in the same year it became obvious that all was not well between them and Poyer and Laugharne. This disagreement became important in 1647 when Poyer threw all three into gaol; Poyer's disobedience of Laugharne's order to release them was one of the causes of his downfall later on. They were released, and at the end of the wars, officially pardoned. Not that the Royalists either thought highly of them; one of these in 1661 (Laws, Little England, 356 = Camb. Register, i, 164) judged that Roger Lort was prepared to adhere to any principle or religion that would bring him wealth, and as for Sampson: 'he hath only the jaw of the Scriptural Sampson, yet he wrought much harm with it - he can pray as long as it profits him.' It is, however, fair to say that Sampson, of all the three brothers, most resembles a genuine Puritan.
13 [unnamed person] ( - ) [900].
7 Olive PHILLIPS (1615- ) [174]. Born 1615. Died.
14 John PHILLIPS ( -1629) [175]. Born. Died 27 Mar 1629.
15 Ann PERROTT (1555?- ) [176]. Born 1555 (app). Died.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Samuel LLOYD (1768-1849)
1 Samuel LLOYD (1768-1849) [1134]. Born 7 Sep 1768, Birmingham. Marr Rachel BRAITHWAITE 3 Oct 1791, Preston Patrick. Died 10 Nov 1849, Farm, Birmingham.
2 Sampson LLOYD (1728- ) [1130]. Born 1728.
4 Sampson LLOYD (1699-1779) [1128]. Born 1699. Died 1779.
Founding father of Lloyds Bank - In 1765, at the age of 66, he formed a company with the button maker John Taylor (1711–1775) and his own son, Sampson (3rd), creating Birmingham's first bank: Taylor's and Lloyds, located at 7 Dale End. This is the bank which became Lloyds Bank, and then Lloyds TSB.
8 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
9 Mary CROWLEY (1677- ) [1120]. Born 1677.
5 Sarah PARKES ( - ) [1129].
3 Rachel BARNES ( - ) [1131].
Sarah LLOYD (1764- )
1 Sarah LLOYD (1764- ) [1132]. Born 1764.
2 Sampson LLOYD (1728- ) [1130]. Born 1728.
4 Sampson LLOYD (1699-1779) [1128]. Born 1699. Died 1779.
Founding father of Lloyds Bank - In 1765, at the age of 66, he formed a company with the button maker John Taylor (1711–1775) and his own son, Sampson (3rd), creating Birmingham's first bank: Taylor's and Lloyds, located at 7 Dale End. This is the bank which became Lloyds Bank, and then Lloyds TSB.
8 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
9 Mary CROWLEY (1677- ) [1120]. Born 1677.
5 Sarah PARKES ( - ) [1129].
3 Rachel BARNES ( - ) [1131].
Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732)
1 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
2 Sampson LLOYD (1664-1724) [169]. Born 26 Feb 1664. Died 1724.
4 Charles LLOYDE OF DELEBRAD (1ST QUAKER) ( -1698) [171]. Born. Died 1698.
8 [unnamed person] ( - ) [1117].
5 Sarah Elizabeth LORT 1 (1633-1685) [172]. Born 2 Nov 1633, Stockpole Court, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Died 1685.
10 Sampson LORT 1 (1610- ) [173]. Born 1610. Died.
11 Olive PHILLIPS (1615- ) [174]. Born 1615. Died.
3 Sybill GOOD ( -1683) [170]. Born. Died 1683.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Charles LLOYDE OF DELEBRAD (1ST QUAKER) ( -1698)
1 Charles LLOYDE OF DELEBRAD (1ST QUAKER) ( -1698) [171]. Born. Died 1698.
2 [unnamed person] ( - ) [1117].
James LOCKIE ( - )
1 James LOCKIE ( - ) [573]. Marr Kathleen Mary WITHY 20 Dec 1926.
Aaliyah LONDON (2007- )
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| Aaliyah LONDON, 2007, age 0, Toni_Aaliyah1 | |
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1 Aaliyah LONDON (2007- ) [483]. Born 18 Oct 2007, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woolwich.
2 Leon LONDON ( - ) [522]. Marr Toni Elizabeth WORRALL 30 Jul 2005 (app), Charlton, London. Marr ???
4 Richard LONDON ( - ) [523].
5 Yvette ( - ) [524].
3 Toni Elizabeth WORRALL 1 (1976- ) [4]. Born 31 Oct 1976, Clatterbridge Hospital, Bebbington.
6 Andrew John WORRALL 2 (1951- ) [1]. Born 25 Jun 1951, Chester. Marr Carol Elizabeth WITHY 30 Mar 1974, Thurstaston Church.
Married to Carol on 30 March 1974.
12 William John WORRALL 3 (1914-1994) [5]. Born 8 Apr 1914, 3, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester. 3, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester 6, Ethelbert Road, Meols following marriage. Marr Kathleen Ada FOSTER 1945. Died 24 Feb 1994, Arrowe Park Hospital, Birkenhead. Cause: Aortic anurism.
Baptised May 29th 1914, Chester Cathedral, by Rev Aubrey Baxter, Godmother - Minnie Batchelor (lived at 4 Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester in 1911 Census with Frederick Thomas (6 yo), Charles James (4 yo) and William (4mths) Baxter).
Occupation: LAC, RAF (War) then Ship Repairer, Camel Lairds, Birkenhead
Died from a Ruptured Abdominal aortic aneurysm, due to Ischaemic Heart Disease, at Arrowe Park Hospital. Reference: Birth & Death Certificates - Buried in Grange Cemetary, Wetkirby.
13 Kathleen Ada FOSTER 4 (1915-1967) [6]. Born 5 Feb 1915, 365 Lipton St, Winnipeg, Canada. Bap 14 Mar 1915, ASt Michael and All Angels' Church, Winnipeg. Died 7 Mar 1967, At home - 6, Ethelbert Rd, Meols Hoylake, Wirral.
Born in Winnipeg (365 Lipton Street), Canada on 5th Feb 1915, at 1:05 am.
Spent the first few years of her life living at 365, Lipton St, Winnipeg, Canada (see Ethel Mickle). - Lipton Street was named for British tea merchant Thomas Lipton (1850-1931) in 1903.
Baptised at St Michael and All Angels Church on 14 March 1915
Attended Minto House School, Meols
Confirmed on 13 December 1932.
Worked at Levers, Port Sunlight, before marrying on 04 July 1945.
Member of the Cheshire 90 (ladies) Red Cross. Awarded certificate for "Devoted service to the cause of humanity during 2nd World War 1939-1945", Signed by King George & Elizabeth R.
Died at home from cancer (Peritoneal carcinoma and carcinoma of small intestine); Buried in Grange Cemetry, Wirral.
7 Carol Elizabeth WITHY 2 (1951- ) [7]. Born 26 Sep 1951, Birmingham.
14 George WITHY 5 (1924-1998) [8]. Born 15 May 1924. Marr Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 1950. Died 17 Nov 1998, 3 Woodside Road, Irby, Wirral.
George Withy attended Bikenhead Park High School and served with the Royal Artillery during World War II. He began his career in journalism in the 1940's as a trainee with the old Birkenhead News and then spent several years working for newspaper
s in the Midlands, before returning to Merseyside in 1960 to the Daily Post as a sub-editor. Later, he became chief sub-editor. George then joined the Liverpool Echo, where he was night news editor for many years before becoming assistant editor and retring in 1989.
George Withy was synonymous on merseyside with the Institute of Journalists (IOJ), (now the Chartered IOJ) and was for many years the Liverpool District Chairman as well as the Chairman of the national Salaries and Conditions Board. He was a form
er President of the Institute, and also served for a number of years on the Press Council. He was awarded a life Fellowship of the CIOJ on 1 March 1998 He suffered from Altzheimer's Disease during the latter years of his life, but remained at home in Irby throughout his illness, cared for by his wife, Betty, and their two daughters Carol and Kay. He died peacefully at home, with his family at his side. The funeral took place at St Bartholomew's Church, Thurstaston. (See Obituary Notices & Journalism Training Centre Dedication).
15 Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 2 (1925- ) [9]. Born 14 Sep 1925, Northfield, Birmingham(at home). Died.
Sources
| 1 | Andrew Worrall (father) & In person |
| 2 | In person |
| 3 | Birth & Death Certificates (Buried in Grange Cemetary, Wetkirby) |
| 4 | Son + Grave stone (Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby) |
| 5 | In person, Wife (D B Gray) & obituaries |
Elias LONDON (2000- )
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| Mother: Toni Elizabeth WORRALL, TONI_2006_1 | |
1 Elias LONDON (2000- ) [476]. Born 23 Jan 2000, Greenwich Hospital @ 10.03 pm. Died.
Born at Greenwich Hospital at10.03 pm.
2 Leon LONDON ( - ) [522]. Marr Toni Elizabeth WORRALL 30 Jul 2005 (app), Charlton, London. Marr ???
4 Richard LONDON ( - ) [523].
5 Yvette ( - ) [524].
3 Toni Elizabeth WORRALL 1 (1976- ) [4]. Born 31 Oct 1976, Clatterbridge Hospital, Bebbington.
6 Andrew John WORRALL 2 (1951- ) [1]. Born 25 Jun 1951, Chester. Marr Carol Elizabeth WITHY 30 Mar 1974, Thurstaston Church.
Married to Carol on 30 March 1974.
12 William John WORRALL 3 (1914-1994) [5]. Born 8 Apr 1914, 3, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester. 3, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester 6, Ethelbert Road, Meols following marriage. Marr Kathleen Ada FOSTER 1945. Died 24 Feb 1994, Arrowe Park Hospital, Birkenhead. Cause: Aortic anurism.
Baptised May 29th 1914, Chester Cathedral, by Rev Aubrey Baxter, Godmother - Minnie Batchelor (lived at 4 Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester in 1911 Census with Frederick Thomas (6 yo), Charles James (4 yo) and William (4mths) Baxter).
Occupation: LAC, RAF (War) then Ship Repairer, Camel Lairds, Birkenhead
Died from a Ruptured Abdominal aortic aneurysm, due to Ischaemic Heart Disease, at Arrowe Park Hospital. Reference: Birth & Death Certificates - Buried in Grange Cemetary, Wetkirby.
13 Kathleen Ada FOSTER 4 (1915-1967) [6]. Born 5 Feb 1915, 365 Lipton St, Winnipeg, Canada. Bap 14 Mar 1915, ASt Michael and All Angels' Church, Winnipeg. Died 7 Mar 1967, At home - 6, Ethelbert Rd, Meols Hoylake, Wirral.
Born in Winnipeg (365 Lipton Street), Canada on 5th Feb 1915, at 1:05 am.
Spent the first few years of her life living at 365, Lipton St, Winnipeg, Canada (see Ethel Mickle). - Lipton Street was named for British tea merchant Thomas Lipton (1850-1931) in 1903.
Baptised at St Michael and All Angels Church on 14 March 1915
Attended Minto House School, Meols
Confirmed on 13 December 1932.
Worked at Levers, Port Sunlight, before marrying on 04 July 1945.
Member of the Cheshire 90 (ladies) Red Cross. Awarded certificate for "Devoted service to the cause of humanity during 2nd World War 1939-1945", Signed by King George & Elizabeth R.
Died at home from cancer (Peritoneal carcinoma and carcinoma of small intestine); Buried in Grange Cemetry, Wirral.
7 Carol Elizabeth WITHY 2 (1951- ) [7]. Born 26 Sep 1951, Birmingham.
14 George WITHY 5 (1924-1998) [8]. Born 15 May 1924. Marr Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 1950. Died 17 Nov 1998, 3 Woodside Road, Irby, Wirral.
George Withy attended Bikenhead Park High School and served with the Royal Artillery during World War II. He began his career in journalism in the 1940's as a trainee with the old Birkenhead News and then spent several years working for newspaper
s in the Midlands, before returning to Merseyside in 1960 to the Daily Post as a sub-editor. Later, he became chief sub-editor. George then joined the Liverpool Echo, where he was night news editor for many years before becoming assistant editor and retring in 1989.
George Withy was synonymous on merseyside with the Institute of Journalists (IOJ), (now the Chartered IOJ) and was for many years the Liverpool District Chairman as well as the Chairman of the national Salaries and Conditions Board. He was a form
er President of the Institute, and also served for a number of years on the Press Council. He was awarded a life Fellowship of the CIOJ on 1 March 1998 He suffered from Altzheimer's Disease during the latter years of his life, but remained at home in Irby throughout his illness, cared for by his wife, Betty, and their two daughters Carol and Kay. He died peacefully at home, with his family at his side. The funeral took place at St Bartholomew's Church, Thurstaston. (See Obituary Notices & Journalism Training Centre Dedication).
15 Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 2 (1925- ) [9]. Born 14 Sep 1925, Northfield, Birmingham(at home). Died.
Sources
| 1 | Andrew Worrall (father) & In person |
| 2 | In person |
| 3 | Birth & Death Certificates (Buried in Grange Cemetary, Wetkirby) |
| 4 | Son + Grave stone (Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby) |
| 5 | In person, Wife (D B Gray) & obituaries |
Jayven LONDON (2003- )
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1 Jayven LONDON (2003- ) [481]. Born 12 Apr 2003, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woolwich.
2 Leon LONDON ( - ) [522]. Marr Toni Elizabeth WORRALL 30 Jul 2005 (app), Charlton, London. Marr ???
4 Richard LONDON ( - ) [523].
5 Yvette ( - ) [524].
3 Toni Elizabeth WORRALL 1 (1976- ) [4]. Born 31 Oct 1976, Clatterbridge Hospital, Bebbington.
6 Andrew John WORRALL 2 (1951- ) [1]. Born 25 Jun 1951, Chester. Marr Carol Elizabeth WITHY 30 Mar 1974, Thurstaston Church.
Married to Carol on 30 March 1974.
12 William John WORRALL 3 (1914-1994) [5]. Born 8 Apr 1914, 3, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester. 3, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester 6, Ethelbert Road, Meols following marriage. Marr Kathleen Ada FOSTER 1945. Died 24 Feb 1994, Arrowe Park Hospital, Birkenhead. Cause: Aortic anurism.
Baptised May 29th 1914, Chester Cathedral, by Rev Aubrey Baxter, Godmother - Minnie Batchelor (lived at 4 Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester in 1911 Census with Frederick Thomas (6 yo), Charles James (4 yo) and William (4mths) Baxter).
Occupation: LAC, RAF (War) then Ship Repairer, Camel Lairds, Birkenhead
Died from a Ruptured Abdominal aortic aneurysm, due to Ischaemic Heart Disease, at Arrowe Park Hospital. Reference: Birth & Death Certificates - Buried in Grange Cemetary, Wetkirby.
13 Kathleen Ada FOSTER 4 (1915-1967) [6]. Born 5 Feb 1915, 365 Lipton St, Winnipeg, Canada. Bap 14 Mar 1915, ASt Michael and All Angels' Church, Winnipeg. Died 7 Mar 1967, At home - 6, Ethelbert Rd, Meols Hoylake, Wirral.
Born in Winnipeg (365 Lipton Street), Canada on 5th Feb 1915, at 1:05 am.
Spent the first few years of her life living at 365, Lipton St, Winnipeg, Canada (see Ethel Mickle). - Lipton Street was named for British tea merchant Thomas Lipton (1850-1931) in 1903.
Baptised at St Michael and All Angels Church on 14 March 1915
Attended Minto House School, Meols
Confirmed on 13 December 1932.
Worked at Levers, Port Sunlight, before marrying on 04 July 1945.
Member of the Cheshire 90 (ladies) Red Cross. Awarded certificate for "Devoted service to the cause of humanity during 2nd World War 1939-1945", Signed by King George & Elizabeth R.
Died at home from cancer (Peritoneal carcinoma and carcinoma of small intestine); Buried in Grange Cemetry, Wirral.
7 Carol Elizabeth WITHY 2 (1951- ) [7]. Born 26 Sep 1951, Birmingham.
14 George WITHY 5 (1924-1998) [8]. Born 15 May 1924. Marr Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 1950. Died 17 Nov 1998, 3 Woodside Road, Irby, Wirral.
George Withy attended Bikenhead Park High School and served with the Royal Artillery during World War II. He began his career in journalism in the 1940's as a trainee with the old Birkenhead News and then spent several years working for newspaper
s in the Midlands, before returning to Merseyside in 1960 to the Daily Post as a sub-editor. Later, he became chief sub-editor. George then joined the Liverpool Echo, where he was night news editor for many years before becoming assistant editor and retring in 1989.
George Withy was synonymous on merseyside with the Institute of Journalists (IOJ), (now the Chartered IOJ) and was for many years the Liverpool District Chairman as well as the Chairman of the national Salaries and Conditions Board. He was a form
er President of the Institute, and also served for a number of years on the Press Council. He was awarded a life Fellowship of the CIOJ on 1 March 1998 He suffered from Altzheimer's Disease during the latter years of his life, but remained at home in Irby throughout his illness, cared for by his wife, Betty, and their two daughters Carol and Kay. He died peacefully at home, with his family at his side. The funeral took place at St Bartholomew's Church, Thurstaston. (See Obituary Notices & Journalism Training Centre Dedication).
15 Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 2 (1925- ) [9]. Born 14 Sep 1925, Northfield, Birmingham(at home). Died.
Sources
| 1 | Andrew Worrall (father) & In person |
| 2 | In person |
| 3 | Birth & Death Certificates (Buried in Grange Cemetary, Wetkirby) |
| 4 | Son + Grave stone (Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby) |
| 5 | In person, Wife (D B Gray) & obituaries |
Leon LONDON ( - )
1 Leon LONDON ( - ) [522]. Marr Toni Elizabeth WORRALL 30 Jul 2005 (app), Charlton, London. Marr ???
2 Richard LONDON ( - ) [523].
3 Yvette ( - ) [524].
Richard LONDON ( - )
1 Richard LONDON ( - ) [480]. Born. Marr Yvette. Died.
Richard LONDON ( - )
1 Richard LONDON ( - ) [523].
Terrel LONDON ( - )
1 Terrel LONDON ( - ) [525].
2 Leon LONDON ( - ) [522]. Marr Toni Elizabeth WORRALL 30 Jul 2005 (app), Charlton, London. Marr ???
4 Richard LONDON ( - ) [523].
5 Yvette ( - ) [524].
3 ??? ( - ) [528].
George LORT ( - )
1 George LORT ( - ) [902].
GEORGE LORT came from Staffordshire to Pembrokeshire c. 1567 assteward of the Stackpole estate under Margaret Stanley; later onhe bought the estate.
Henry LORT ( - )
1 Henry LORT ( - ) [896].
Note: Sheriff 1619.Henry had three sons: ROGER (who lived atStackpole); JOHN (who lived at Prickaston or Prickeston, near Castlemartin church - see Fenton, Pembrokeshire, 1903 ed., 223; today only a farmhouse), and SAMPSON, of East Moor, near Manorbier, who m. a daughter of Sir John Philipps of Picton. All three 'trimmed' dexterously during the Civil Wars. In 1642 Roger was on the Parliament's Militia Commission for Pembrokeshire, but in the same year he and Sampson were members of the 'Royalist Association,' and Roger a Royalist officer; both brothers signed several declarations on the king's side in 1643-4; Roger persuaded Tenby to admit a royalist garrison, and Sampson was one of the gentry who spoke of attacking Pembroke. In 1643 Stackpole was taken by Rowland Laugharne (q.v.), but Roger Lort was not there - he had gone up to London to make his peace with Parliament, and though in 1645 he was fined Ł1,000, the fine was never paid. Indeed, in 1645 all three brothers were in the Parliamentary 'Association' of west Wales. But it is clear that the Puritan leaders of west Wales had little faith in them; and in the same year it became obvious that all was not well between them and Poyer and Laugharne. This disagreement became important in 1647 when Poyer threw all three into gaol; Poyer's disobedience of Laugharne's order to release them was one of the causes of his downfall later on. They were released, and at the end of the wars, officially pardoned. Not that the Royalists either thought highly of them; one of these in 1661 (Laws, Little England, 356 = Camb. Register, i, 164) judged that Roger Lort was prepared to adhere to any principle or religion that would bring him wealth, and as for Sampson: 'he hath only the jaw of the Scriptural Sampson, yet he wrought much harm with it - he can pray as long as it profits him.' It is, however, fair to say that Sampson, of all the three brothers, most resembles a genuine Puritan.
2 Roger LORT (1555-1613) [899]. Born 1555. Died 1613.
4 George LORT ( - ) [902].
GEORGE LORT came from Staffordshire to Pembrokeshire c. 1567 assteward of the Stackpole estate under Margaret Stanley; later onhe bought the estate.
5 [unnamed person] ( - ) [903].
3 [unnamed person] ( - ) [901].
John LORT ( - )
1 John LORT ( - ) [898].
2 Henry LORT ( - ) [896].
Note: Sheriff 1619.Henry had three sons: ROGER (who lived atStackpole); JOHN (who lived at Prickaston or Prickeston, near Castlemartin church - see Fenton, Pembrokeshire, 1903 ed., 223; today only a farmhouse), and SAMPSON, of East Moor, near Manorbier, who m. a daughter of Sir John Philipps of Picton. All three 'trimmed' dexterously during the Civil Wars. In 1642 Roger was on the Parliament's Militia Commission for Pembrokeshire, but in the same year he and Sampson were members of the 'Royalist Association,' and Roger a Royalist officer; both brothers signed several declarations on the king's side in 1643-4; Roger persuaded Tenby to admit a royalist garrison, and Sampson was one of the gentry who spoke of attacking Pembroke. In 1643 Stackpole was taken by Rowland Laugharne (q.v.), but Roger Lort was not there - he had gone up to London to make his peace with Parliament, and though in 1645 he was fined Ł1,000, the fine was never paid. Indeed, in 1645 all three brothers were in the Parliamentary 'Association' of west Wales. But it is clear that the Puritan leaders of west Wales had little faith in them; and in the same year it became obvious that all was not well between them and Poyer and Laugharne. This disagreement became important in 1647 when Poyer threw all three into gaol; Poyer's disobedience of Laugharne's order to release them was one of the causes of his downfall later on. They were released, and at the end of the wars, officially pardoned. Not that the Royalists either thought highly of them; one of these in 1661 (Laws, Little England, 356 = Camb. Register, i, 164) judged that Roger Lort was prepared to adhere to any principle or religion that would bring him wealth, and as for Sampson: 'he hath only the jaw of the Scriptural Sampson, yet he wrought much harm with it - he can pray as long as it profits him.' It is, however, fair to say that Sampson, of all the three brothers, most resembles a genuine Puritan.
4 Roger LORT (1555-1613) [899]. Born 1555. Died 1613.
8 George LORT ( - ) [902].
GEORGE LORT came from Staffordshire to Pembrokeshire c. 1567 assteward of the Stackpole estate under Margaret Stanley; later onhe bought the estate.
9 [unnamed person] ( - ) [903].
5 [unnamed person] ( - ) [901].
3 [unnamed person] ( - ) [900].
Roger LORT (1555-1613)
1 Roger LORT (1555-1613) [899]. Born 1555. Died 1613.
2 George LORT ( - ) [902].
GEORGE LORT came from Staffordshire to Pembrokeshire c. 1567 assteward of the Stackpole estate under Margaret Stanley; later onhe bought the estate.
3 [unnamed person] ( - ) [903].
Roger LORT ( - )
1 Roger LORT ( - ) [897].
2 Henry LORT ( - ) [896].
Note: Sheriff 1619.Henry had three sons: ROGER (who lived atStackpole); JOHN (who lived at Prickaston or Prickeston, near Castlemartin church - see Fenton, Pembrokeshire, 1903 ed., 223; today only a farmhouse), and SAMPSON, of East Moor, near Manorbier, who m. a daughter of Sir John Philipps of Picton. All three 'trimmed' dexterously during the Civil Wars. In 1642 Roger was on the Parliament's Militia Commission for Pembrokeshire, but in the same year he and Sampson were members of the 'Royalist Association,' and Roger a Royalist officer; both brothers signed several declarations on the king's side in 1643-4; Roger persuaded Tenby to admit a royalist garrison, and Sampson was one of the gentry who spoke of attacking Pembroke. In 1643 Stackpole was taken by Rowland Laugharne (q.v.), but Roger Lort was not there - he had gone up to London to make his peace with Parliament, and though in 1645 he was fined Ł1,000, the fine was never paid. Indeed, in 1645 all three brothers were in the Parliamentary 'Association' of west Wales. But it is clear that the Puritan leaders of west Wales had little faith in them; and in the same year it became obvious that all was not well between them and Poyer and Laugharne. This disagreement became important in 1647 when Poyer threw all three into gaol; Poyer's disobedience of Laugharne's order to release them was one of the causes of his downfall later on. They were released, and at the end of the wars, officially pardoned. Not that the Royalists either thought highly of them; one of these in 1661 (Laws, Little England, 356 = Camb. Register, i, 164) judged that Roger Lort was prepared to adhere to any principle or religion that would bring him wealth, and as for Sampson: 'he hath only the jaw of the Scriptural Sampson, yet he wrought much harm with it - he can pray as long as it profits him.' It is, however, fair to say that Sampson, of all the three brothers, most resembles a genuine Puritan.
4 Roger LORT (1555-1613) [899]. Born 1555. Died 1613.
8 George LORT ( - ) [902].
GEORGE LORT came from Staffordshire to Pembrokeshire c. 1567 assteward of the Stackpole estate under Margaret Stanley; later onhe bought the estate.
9 [unnamed person] ( - ) [903].
5 [unnamed person] ( - ) [901].
3 [unnamed person] ( - ) [900].
Sampson LORT of Eastnoix & Stackpool (1610- )
1 Sampson LORT 1 (1610- ) [173]. Born 1610. Died.
2 Henry LORT ( - ) [896].
Note: Sheriff 1619.Henry had three sons: ROGER (who lived atStackpole); JOHN (who lived at Prickaston or Prickeston, near Castlemartin church - see Fenton, Pembrokeshire, 1903 ed., 223; today only a farmhouse), and SAMPSON, of East Moor, near Manorbier, who m. a daughter of Sir John Philipps of Picton. All three 'trimmed' dexterously during the Civil Wars. In 1642 Roger was on the Parliament's Militia Commission for Pembrokeshire, but in the same year he and Sampson were members of the 'Royalist Association,' and Roger a Royalist officer; both brothers signed several declarations on the king's side in 1643-4; Roger persuaded Tenby to admit a royalist garrison, and Sampson was one of the gentry who spoke of attacking Pembroke. In 1643 Stackpole was taken by Rowland Laugharne (q.v.), but Roger Lort was not there - he had gone up to London to make his peace with Parliament, and though in 1645 he was fined Ł1,000, the fine was never paid. Indeed, in 1645 all three brothers were in the Parliamentary 'Association' of west Wales. But it is clear that the Puritan leaders of west Wales had little faith in them; and in the same year it became obvious that all was not well between them and Poyer and Laugharne. This disagreement became important in 1647 when Poyer threw all three into gaol; Poyer's disobedience of Laugharne's order to release them was one of the causes of his downfall later on. They were released, and at the end of the wars, officially pardoned. Not that the Royalists either thought highly of them; one of these in 1661 (Laws, Little England, 356 = Camb. Register, i, 164) judged that Roger Lort was prepared to adhere to any principle or religion that would bring him wealth, and as for Sampson: 'he hath only the jaw of the Scriptural Sampson, yet he wrought much harm with it - he can pray as long as it profits him.' It is, however, fair to say that Sampson, of all the three brothers, most resembles a genuine Puritan.
4 Roger LORT (1555-1613) [899]. Born 1555. Died 1613.
8 George LORT ( - ) [902].
GEORGE LORT came from Staffordshire to Pembrokeshire c. 1567 assteward of the Stackpole estate under Margaret Stanley; later onhe bought the estate.
9 [unnamed person] ( - ) [903].
5 [unnamed person] ( - ) [901].
3 [unnamed person] ( - ) [900].
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Sarah LORT (1633-1685)
1 Sarah Elizabeth LORT 1 (1633-1685) [172]. Born 2 Nov 1633, Stockpole Court, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Died 1685.
2 Sampson LORT 1 (1610- ) [173]. Born 1610. Died.
4 Henry LORT ( - ) [896].
Note: Sheriff 1619.Henry had three sons: ROGER (who lived atStackpole); JOHN (who lived at Prickaston or Prickeston, near Castlemartin church - see Fenton, Pembrokeshire, 1903 ed., 223; today only a farmhouse), and SAMPSON, of East Moor, near Manorbier, who m. a daughter of Sir John Philipps of Picton. All three 'trimmed' dexterously during the Civil Wars. In 1642 Roger was on the Parliament's Militia Commission for Pembrokeshire, but in the same year he and Sampson were members of the 'Royalist Association,' and Roger a Royalist officer; both brothers signed several declarations on the king's side in 1643-4; Roger persuaded Tenby to admit a royalist garrison, and Sampson was one of the gentry who spoke of attacking Pembroke. In 1643 Stackpole was taken by Rowland Laugharne (q.v.), but Roger Lort was not there - he had gone up to London to make his peace with Parliament, and though in 1645 he was fined Ł1,000, the fine was never paid. Indeed, in 1645 all three brothers were in the Parliamentary 'Association' of west Wales. But it is clear that the Puritan leaders of west Wales had little faith in them; and in the same year it became obvious that all was not well between them and Poyer and Laugharne. This disagreement became important in 1647 when Poyer threw all three into gaol; Poyer's disobedience of Laugharne's order to release them was one of the causes of his downfall later on. They were released, and at the end of the wars, officially pardoned. Not that the Royalists either thought highly of them; one of these in 1661 (Laws, Little England, 356 = Camb. Register, i, 164) judged that Roger Lort was prepared to adhere to any principle or religion that would bring him wealth, and as for Sampson: 'he hath only the jaw of the Scriptural Sampson, yet he wrought much harm with it - he can pray as long as it profits him.' It is, however, fair to say that Sampson, of all the three brothers, most resembles a genuine Puritan.
8 Roger LORT (1555-1613) [899]. Born 1555. Died 1613.
9 [unnamed person] ( - ) [901].
5 [unnamed person] ( - ) [900].
3 Olive PHILLIPS (1615- ) [174]. Born 1615. Died.
6 John PHILLIPS ( -1629) [175]. Born. Died 27 Mar 1629.
12 Morgan PHILLIPS ( - ) [904].
13 Elizabeth FLETCHER (1551- ) [905]. Born 1551.
7 Ann PERROTT (1555?- ) [176]. Born 1555 (app). Died.
14 John PERROTT (SIR) (1508?-1583) [177]. Born 1508 (app). Died 1583.
Died in the Tower.
15 Jane PRUET (Widow of Sir Lewis POLLARD) ( - ) [178]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Eleanor LOUVAINE ( - )
1 Eleanor DE LOUVAINE ( - ) [1000].
2 Matthew DE LOUVAINE ( - ) [998].
4 Matthew DE LOUVAINE ( - ) [996].
5 Muriel ( - ) [997].
3 Maud POYNTZ ( - ) [999].
Hawise LOUVAINE ( - )
1 Hawise DE LOUVAINE ( - ) [990].
2 Matthew DE LOUVAINE ( - ) [996].
3 Muriel ( - ) [997].
Matthew LOUVAINE ( - )
1 Matthew DE LOUVAINE ( - ) [996].
Matthew LOUVAINE ( - )
1 Matthew DE LOUVAINE ( - ) [998].
2 Matthew DE LOUVAINE ( - ) [996].
3 Muriel ( - ) [997].
David LOWETH (1969- )
1 David John LOWETH (1969- ) [357]. Born 4 May 1969. Died.
2 Kenneth Lewis LOWETH (1921-1997) [353]. Born 18 Aug 1921. Marr Elizabeth Annie STANKLEY. Died 28 Sep 1997.
3 Elizabeth Annie STANKLEY (1929- ) [352]. Born 3 Mar 1929. Died.
6 John James STANKLEY (1888-1954) [341]. Born 8 Sep 1888. Died 6 Mar 1954.
12 John George STANKLEY (1858-1919) [327]. Born 25 Jul 1858. Marr Elizabeth NEWTON. Died 1 Nov 1919.
13 Elizabeth NEWTON 1 (1869- ) [338]. Born 23 Jul 1869. Died.
7 Christina Lily GREAVES (1891-1977) [342]. Born 21 Dec 1891. Died 26 May 1977.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Katharine LOWETH (1971- )
1 Katharine Louise LOWETH (1971- ) [358]. Born 17 Mar 1971. Died.
2 Kenneth Lewis LOWETH (1921-1997) [353]. Born 18 Aug 1921. Marr Elizabeth Annie STANKLEY. Died 28 Sep 1997.
3 Elizabeth Annie STANKLEY (1929- ) [352]. Born 3 Mar 1929. Died.
6 John James STANKLEY (1888-1954) [341]. Born 8 Sep 1888. Died 6 Mar 1954.
12 John George STANKLEY (1858-1919) [327]. Born 25 Jul 1858. Marr Elizabeth NEWTON. Died 1 Nov 1919.
13 Elizabeth NEWTON 1 (1869- ) [338]. Born 23 Jul 1869. Died.
7 Christina Lily GREAVES (1891-1977) [342]. Born 21 Dec 1891. Died 26 May 1977.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Kenneth LOWETH (1921-1997)
1 Kenneth Lewis LOWETH (1921-1997) [353]. Born 18 Aug 1921. Marr Elizabeth Annie STANKLEY. Died 28 Sep 1997.
Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884)
1 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
Piers LUTEGARESHALE ( - )
1 Piers de LUTEGARESHALE ( - ) [586].
Dorothy MACKAY (1920- )
1 Dorothy Jean MACKAY (1920- ) [159]. Born 23 Feb 1920. Died.
2 Roderick MACKAY ( - ) [156]. Born. Died.
3 Emily WITHY (1877-1971) [138]. Born 21 Apr 1877, Durham, West Hartlepool. Died 2 Aug 1971.
6 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
12 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
13 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
7 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
Margaret MACKAY (1915- )
1 Margaret Christine MACKAY (1915- ) [157]. Born 1 Aug 1915. Died.
2 Roderick MACKAY ( - ) [156]. Born. Died.
3 Emily WITHY (1877-1971) [138]. Born 21 Apr 1877, Durham, West Hartlepool. Died 2 Aug 1971.
6 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
12 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
13 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
7 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
Roderick MACKAY ( - )
1 Roderick MACKAY ( - ) [156]. Born. Died.
Winifred MACKAY (1917- )
1 Winifred Eleanor MACKAY (1917- ) [158]. Born 11 Jul 1917. Died.
2 Roderick MACKAY ( - ) [156]. Born. Died.
3 Emily WITHY (1877-1971) [138]. Born 21 Apr 1877, Durham, West Hartlepool. Died 2 Aug 1971.
6 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
12 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
13 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
7 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
Andrew MACLELLAN (1955- )
1 Andrew MACLELLAN (1955- ) [1198]. Born 1955. Marr Angela DENHAM 23 Jul 1977.
2 Kenneth Basil Withy MACLELLAN (1916- ) [1195]. Born 30 Aug 1916.
Named after Rachel's brother Basil who died at The Somme (2 Jul 1916 aged 30 yrs just weeks before Rachel's son Kenneth Basil was born).
4 Kenneth MACLELLAN (1889-1981) [1192]. Born 8 Dec 1889. Marr Rachel Madeline WITHY 2 Apr 1913, Stranton Parish Church, W Hartelpool. Died 7 Nov 1981.
Lived in Bearsden, Glasgow.
5 Rachel Madeline WITHY (1891-1979) [446]. Born 31 Dec 1891, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died 16 Apr 1979.
10 Henry WITHY 1 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
11 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
3 Jean Forrester PATON (1927-2008) [1196]. Born 5 Sep 1927. Died 11 Mar 2008.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Andrew MACLELLAN (1925- )
1 Andrew Patrick Withy MACLELLAN (1925- ) [1203]. Born 29 Nov 1925. Marr Mary BAGNELL 2 Apr 1954.
Went into the army, in retirement was Governor of the Tower of London.
2 Kenneth MACLELLAN (1889-1981) [1192]. Born 8 Dec 1889. Marr Rachel Madeline WITHY 2 Apr 1913, Stranton Parish Church, W Hartelpool. Died 7 Nov 1981.
Lived in Bearsden, Glasgow.
3 Rachel Madeline WITHY (1891-1979) [446]. Born 31 Dec 1891, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died 16 Apr 1979.
6 Henry WITHY 1 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
12 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
13 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
7 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
David MACLELLAN (1962- )
1 David MACLELLAN (1962- ) [1200]. Born 1962.
2 Kenneth Basil Withy MACLELLAN (1916- ) [1195]. Born 30 Aug 1916.
Named after Rachel's brother Basil who died at The Somme (2 Jul 1916 aged 30 yrs just weeks before Rachel's son Kenneth Basil was born).
4 Kenneth MACLELLAN (1889-1981) [1192]. Born 8 Dec 1889. Marr Rachel Madeline WITHY 2 Apr 1913, Stranton Parish Church, W Hartelpool. Died 7 Nov 1981.
Lived in Bearsden, Glasgow.
5 Rachel Madeline WITHY (1891-1979) [446]. Born 31 Dec 1891, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died 16 Apr 1979.
10 Henry WITHY 1 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
11 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
3 Jean Forrester PATON (1927-2008) [1196]. Born 5 Sep 1927. Died 11 Mar 2008.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Ingrid MACLELLAN (1953- )
1 Ingrid MACLELLAN (1953- ) [1197]. Born 1953.
2 Kenneth Basil Withy MACLELLAN (1916- ) [1195]. Born 30 Aug 1916.
Named after Rachel's brother Basil who died at The Somme (2 Jul 1916 aged 30 yrs just weeks before Rachel's son Kenneth Basil was born).
4 Kenneth MACLELLAN (1889-1981) [1192]. Born 8 Dec 1889. Marr Rachel Madeline WITHY 2 Apr 1913, Stranton Parish Church, W Hartelpool. Died 7 Nov 1981.
Lived in Bearsden, Glasgow.
5 Rachel Madeline WITHY (1891-1979) [446]. Born 31 Dec 1891, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died 16 Apr 1979.
10 Henry WITHY 1 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
11 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
3 Jean Forrester PATON (1927-2008) [1196]. Born 5 Sep 1927. Died 11 Mar 2008.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
John MACLELLAN (1919- )
1 John Derek Harwood MACLELLAN (1919- ) [1202]. Born 23 Sep 1919.
worked for MacLellan Rubber in Glasgow. John never married and still lives in Glasgow.
2 Kenneth MACLELLAN (1889-1981) [1192]. Born 8 Dec 1889. Marr Rachel Madeline WITHY 2 Apr 1913, Stranton Parish Church, W Hartelpool. Died 7 Nov 1981.
Lived in Bearsden, Glasgow.
3 Rachel Madeline WITHY (1891-1979) [446]. Born 31 Dec 1891, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died 16 Apr 1979.
6 Henry WITHY 1 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
12 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
13 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
7 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Kenneth MACLELLAN (1889-1981)
1 Kenneth MACLELLAN (1889-1981) [1192]. Born 8 Dec 1889. Marr Rachel Madeline WITHY 2 Apr 1913, Stranton Parish Church, W Hartelpool. Died 7 Nov 1981.
Lived in Bearsden, Glasgow.
Kenneth MACLELLAN (1916- )
1 Kenneth Basil Withy MACLELLAN (1916- ) [1195]. Born 30 Aug 1916.
Named after Rachel's brother Basil who died at The Somme (2 Jul 1916 aged 30 yrs just weeks before Rachel's son Kenneth Basil was born).
2 Kenneth MACLELLAN (1889-1981) [1192]. Born 8 Dec 1889. Marr Rachel Madeline WITHY 2 Apr 1913, Stranton Parish Church, W Hartelpool. Died 7 Nov 1981.
Lived in Bearsden, Glasgow.
3 Rachel Madeline WITHY (1891-1979) [446]. Born 31 Dec 1891, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died 16 Apr 1979.
6 Henry WITHY 1 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
12 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
13 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
7 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Peter MACLELLAN (1959- )
1 Peter MACLELLAN (1959- ) [1199]. Born 1959.
2 Kenneth Basil Withy MACLELLAN (1916- ) [1195]. Born 30 Aug 1916.
Named after Rachel's brother Basil who died at The Somme (2 Jul 1916 aged 30 yrs just weeks before Rachel's son Kenneth Basil was born).
4 Kenneth MACLELLAN (1889-1981) [1192]. Born 8 Dec 1889. Marr Rachel Madeline WITHY 2 Apr 1913, Stranton Parish Church, W Hartelpool. Died 7 Nov 1981.
Lived in Bearsden, Glasgow.
5 Rachel Madeline WITHY (1891-1979) [446]. Born 31 Dec 1891, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died 16 Apr 1979.
10 Henry WITHY 1 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
11 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
3 Jean Forrester PATON (1927-2008) [1196]. Born 5 Sep 1927. Died 11 Mar 2008.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Peter MACLELLAN (1914-2006)
1 Peter Desmond MACLELLAN (1914-2006) [1193]. Born 14 Sep 1914. Marr Myra Ord GIBSON 24 Feb 1940. Died 30 Nov 2006.
2 Kenneth MACLELLAN (1889-1981) [1192]. Born 8 Dec 1889. Marr Rachel Madeline WITHY 2 Apr 1913, Stranton Parish Church, W Hartelpool. Died 7 Nov 1981.
Lived in Bearsden, Glasgow.
3 Rachel Madeline WITHY (1891-1979) [446]. Born 31 Dec 1891, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died 16 Apr 1979.
6 Henry WITHY 1 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
12 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
13 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
7 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Brenda MADDISON (1951- )
1 Brenda MADDISON (1951- ) [297]. Born 10 Apr 1951, Birkenhead, Cheshire, England. Marr Ian BERNSTEIN 20 Mar 1971, St. James Parish Church, Birkenhead. Died.
Robert MALLETT (1953- )
1 Robert MALLETT (1953- ) [363]. Born 4 Dec 1953. Died.
Eleanor MALTRAVERS (1345-1404)
1 Eleanor MALTRAVERS (1345-1404) [873]. Born 1345. Died 10 Jan 1404.
2 John MALTRAVERS ( - ) [871].
4 Sir John MALTRAVERS ( - ) [870].
8 Sir John MALTRAVERS (1266-1341) [874]. Born 1266, Woolcombe Matravers. Died 1341.
9 Eleanor DE GORGES (1262- ) [875]. Born 1262, Wraxhall, Somerset.
5 Millicent DE BERKELEY ( - ) [869].
10 Maurice DE BERKELEY 2nd Lord BERKELEY ( - ) [864].
11 Eve LA ZOUCHE ( - ) [865].
3 Gwentlian ( - ) [872].
John MALTRAVERS ( -1374)
1 John MALTRAVERS ( -1374) [880]. Died 1374, Hooke, Dorset.
2 Robert MALTRAVERS ( - ) [876].
4 Sir John MALTRAVERS (1266-1341) [874]. Born 1266, Woolcombe Matravers. Died 1341.
5 Eleanor DE GORGES (1262- ) [875]. Born 1262, Wraxhall, Somerset.
10 Sir Ralph DE GORGES ( -1271) [884]. Died 1271.
11 Elena DE MORVILLE ( -1292) [885]. Died 1292.
3 Lucy DE BRAOSE ( - ) [877].
6 Giles DE BRAOSE (1265- ) [878]. Born 1265, Bramber, Sussex.
7 Beatrice DE ST. HELEN (1270- ) [879]. Born 1270, Wittenham Manor, Berks.
John MALTRAVERS ( - )
1 John MALTRAVERS ( - ) [871].
2 Sir John MALTRAVERS ( - ) [870].
4 Sir John MALTRAVERS (1266-1341) [874]. Born 1266, Woolcombe Matravers. Died 1341.
5 Eleanor DE GORGES (1262- ) [875]. Born 1262, Wraxhall, Somerset.
10 Sir Ralph DE GORGES ( -1271) [884]. Died 1271.
11 Elena DE MORVILLE ( -1292) [885]. Died 1292.
3 Millicent DE BERKELEY ( - ) [869].
6 Maurice DE BERKELEY 2nd Lord BERKELEY ( - ) [864].
12 Thomas DE BERKELEY ( - ) [866].
13 Joan FERRERS ( - ) [867].
7 Eve LA ZOUCHE ( - ) [865].
Robert MALTRAVERS ( - )
1 Robert MALTRAVERS ( - ) [876].
2 Sir John MALTRAVERS (1266-1341) [874]. Born 1266, Woolcombe Matravers. Died 1341.
3 Eleanor DE GORGES (1262- ) [875]. Born 1262, Wraxhall, Somerset.
6 Sir Ralph DE GORGES ( -1271) [884]. Died 1271.
7 Elena DE MORVILLE ( -1292) [885]. Died 1292.
Sir MALTRAVERS (1337-1386)
1 Sir John MALTRAVERS (1337-1386) [882]. Born 11 Nov 1337, Hooke, Dorset. Died 15 Jun 1386, Crowell, Oxon. Buried "Abbotsbury Abbey, Dorset".
2 John MALTRAVERS ( -1374) [880]. Died 1374, Hooke, Dorset.
4 Robert MALTRAVERS ( - ) [876].
8 Sir John MALTRAVERS (1266-1341) [874]. Born 1266, Woolcombe Matravers. Died 1341.
9 Eleanor DE GORGES (1262- ) [875]. Born 1262, Wraxhall, Somerset.
5 Lucy DE BRAOSE ( - ) [877].
10 Giles DE BRAOSE (1265- ) [878]. Born 1265, Bramber, Sussex.
11 Beatrice DE ST. HELEN (1270- ) [879]. Born 1270, Wittenham Manor, Berks.
3 Elizabeth CIFREWAST ( - ) [881].
Sir MALTRAVERS (1266-1341)
1 Sir John MALTRAVERS (1266-1341) [874]. Born 1266, Woolcombe Matravers. Died 1341.
Sir MALTRAVERS ( - )
1 Sir John MALTRAVERS ( - ) [870].
2 Sir John MALTRAVERS (1266-1341) [874]. Born 1266, Woolcombe Matravers. Died 1341.
3 Eleanor DE GORGES (1262- ) [875]. Born 1262, Wraxhall, Somerset.
6 Sir Ralph DE GORGES ( -1271) [884]. Died 1271.
7 Elena DE MORVILLE ( -1292) [885]. Died 1292.
Dudley MARJORIBANKS 3rd Baron Tweedmouth (1874-1935)
1 Dudley Churchill MARJORIBANKS (1874-1935) [980]. Born 2 Mar 1874. Died 23 Apr 1935.
2 Edward MARJORIBANKS (1849-1909) [979]. Born 1849. Marr Fanny Octavia Louisa SPENCER-CHURCHILL 1874. Died 1909.
3 Fanny Octavia Louisa SPENCER-CHURCHILL ( -1920) [978]. Died 1920.
6 John Winston SPENCER-CHURCHILL (1822-1883) [976]. Born 1822. Died 1883.
7 Frances Anne Emily VANE ( - ) [977].
Edward MARJORIBANKS 2nd baron Tweedmouth (1849-1909)
1 Edward MARJORIBANKS (1849-1909) [979]. Born 1849. Marr Fanny Octavia Louisa SPENCER-CHURCHILL 1874. Died 1909.
Hon. Moyra MARJORIBANKS (1902-1941)
1 Moyra MARJORIBANKS (1902-1941) [982]. Born 1902. Marr Reginald Francis HEYWORTH 12 Jan 1923. Died 1941.
2 Dudley Churchill MARJORIBANKS (1874-1935) [980]. Born 2 Mar 1874. Died 23 Apr 1935.
4 Edward MARJORIBANKS (1849-1909) [979]. Born 1849. Marr Fanny Octavia Louisa SPENCER-CHURCHILL 1874. Died 1909.
5 Fanny Octavia Louisa SPENCER-CHURCHILL ( -1920) [978]. Died 1920.
10 John Winston SPENCER-CHURCHILL (1822-1883) [976]. Born 1822. Died 1883.
11 Frances Anne Emily VANE ( - ) [977].
3 Muriel BRODRICK (1881- ) [981]. Born 23 Nov 1881.
Robert MARLEY ( - )
1 Robert MARLEY ( - ) [334]. Born. Died.
Mary MARSHALL ( - )
1 Mary MARSHALL ( - ) [1167].
2 Thomas MARSHALL ( - ) [1168].
3 Unknown ( - ) [1169].
Thomas MARSHALL ( - )
1 Thomas MARSHALL ( - ) [1168].
Jenet MATHEW ( -1535)
1 Jenet MATHEW ( -1535) [913]. Died 5 Feb 1535.
2 Thomas MATHEW ( - ) [914].
3 [unnamed person] ( - ) [915].
Thomas MATHEW ( - )
1 Thomas MATHEW ( - ) [914].
Elizabeth MATTHEW ( - )
1 Elizabeth MATTHEW ( - ) [949].
Laurie MCLEOD (1953- )
1 Laurie MCLEOD (1953- ) [241]. Born 1953. Died.
Isobel MEAD ( -1517)
1 Isobel MEAD ( -1517) [184]. Born. Died 1517.
( daughter of Sir Philip Mead of Bristol).
Elizabeth MESSER (1792-1851)
1 Elizabeth MESSER (1792-1851) [833]. Born 28 Nov 1792, London. Died 31 Jul 1851, Stoke Newington, London.
2 Josiah MESSER (1753-1830) [816]. Born 19 Oct 1753, Alton, Hants. Died 19 Nov 1830, London.
3 Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821) [817]. Born 8 Apr 1753. Died 10 Nov 1821.
6 Isaac WILSON (1715-1785) [818]. Born 16 Jan 1715, High Wray. Died 18 Aug 1785, Kendal.
12 Anthony WILSON (1673-1755) [819]. Born 18 May 1673, Grasmere. Died 21 Apr 1755, Colthouse.
13 [unnamed person] ( - ) [821].
7 Rachel WILSON ( - ) [831].
Josiah MESSER (1753-1830)
1 Josiah MESSER (1753-1830) [816]. Born 19 Oct 1753, Alton, Hants. Died 19 Nov 1830, London.
Rachel MESSER (1789-1837)
1 Rachel MESSER (1789-1837) [815]. Born 10 May 1789, London. Marr James Ireland WRIGHT 15 Jan 1813, London. Died 29 Jan 1837, Bristol.
2 Josiah MESSER (1753-1830) [816]. Born 19 Oct 1753, Alton, Hants. Died 19 Nov 1830, London.
3 Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821) [817]. Born 8 Apr 1753. Died 10 Nov 1821.
6 Isaac WILSON (1715-1785) [818]. Born 16 Jan 1715, High Wray. Died 18 Aug 1785, Kendal.
12 Anthony WILSON (1673-1755) [819]. Born 18 May 1673, Grasmere. Died 21 Apr 1755, Colthouse.
13 [unnamed person] ( - ) [821].
7 Rachel WILSON ( - ) [831].
?? MICKEL ( - )
1 ?? MICKEL ( - ) [283]. Born. Died.
Muriel MICKEL ( - )
1 Muriel MICKEL ( - ) [282]. Born. Died.
Charles MICKLE (1855-1927)
| Charles MICKLE, 1871, age 16, 1871 census Charles Mickle age 15_80 Price St Birkenhead | |
1 Charles MICKLE 1 (1855-1927) [277]. Born 1855, Liverpool. Marr Caroline REED 13 Sep 1880, Saint Andrew's Church, Conway Street, Birkenhead, Cheshire. Died 14 Jul 1927, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1861 census, is shown as a Stepson, living with John and Mary GELLATLY, at: 131, Price Street, Birkenhead, with Mary Jane (Stepdaughter - born in 1842 in Liverpool, Lancashire) and Marg (Stepdaughter - born in 1844 in Liverpool, Lancashire - occupation is: Milliner)
In 1871 census, lived at 80 Price Street, Birkenhead, with James Lambert (Univ Glasgow U R C Land & Life London) - occupation, Scholar,
in 1881 census, lived at 44 Rodney Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk (both aged 26, no children listed)
In 1891 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk.
In 1901 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker.
In 1911 census, Lived at 5 Cable Road, Hoylake, Wirral (with a servant - Ida Dodd).
2 George MICKLE (1829-1880?) [548]. Born 1829, Reading. Marr Mary Jane HANNAH. Died 1880 (app).
3 Mary Jane HANNAH (1843- ) [549]. Born 1843, Liverpool.
Sources
| 1 | Grave stone |
Ernest MICKLE (1883-1972)
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| Ernest Henry MICKLE, e003578996_sail to canada 1 | |
| Father: Charles MICKLE, 1871, age 16, 1871 census Charles Mickle age 15_80 Price St Birkenhead | |
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| Mother: Caroline REED, 1929, age 73, Charles and Caroline Mickle | |
1 Ernest Henry MICKLE (1883-1972) [484]. Born 1883, Birkenhead. Marr Catherine Mary BURNS 1914. Died 24 Jan 1972.
Travelled with Charles and Ethel, to Canada in 1912, on the Teutonic, for her marriage to Frances Harold Foster - see assenger list.
2 Charles MICKLE 1 (1855-1927) [277]. Born 1855, Liverpool. Marr Caroline REED 13 Sep 1880, Saint Andrew's Church, Conway Street, Birkenhead, Cheshire. Died 14 Jul 1927, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1861 census, is shown as a Stepson, living with John and Mary GELLATLY, at: 131, Price Street, Birkenhead, with Mary Jane (Stepdaughter - born in 1842 in Liverpool, Lancashire) and Marg (Stepdaughter - born in 1844 in Liverpool, Lancashire - occupation is: Milliner)
In 1871 census, lived at 80 Price Street, Birkenhead, with James Lambert (Univ Glasgow U R C Land & Life London) - occupation, Scholar,
in 1881 census, lived at 44 Rodney Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk (both aged 26, no children listed)
In 1891 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk.
In 1901 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker.
In 1911 census, Lived at 5 Cable Road, Hoylake, Wirral (with a servant - Ida Dodd).
4 George MICKLE (1829-1880?) [548]. Born 1829, Reading. Marr Mary Jane HANNAH. Died 1880 (app).
5 Mary Jane HANNAH (1843- ) [549]. Born 1843, Liverpool.
3 Caroline REED 1 (1856-1929) [278]. Born 18 Sep 1856, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 18 Sep 1929, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
lived at 13 bath Street, Bristol.
6 Henry Reed ( - ) [647].
13 Charlotte REED (1803- ) [646]. Born 1803, Taunton, S.
7 Ann BURNELL (1827- ) [489]. Born 1827, Bridgwater, Somerset.
In 1852, lived at 19, West Street, Clifton, Bristol - Occupation iwas Booksellers
1861 census, lived at: 13, Bath Street, Temple, Bristol - Occupation is: Stationer - born At Sea
1871 census - Lived at 13 Bath Street, Bristol.
14 James BURNELL (1791- ) [681]. Born 1791. Marr Elizabeth CLOWTER 19 Jun 1821, Bridgwater.
Parish records indicate a burial for James Hill BURNELL, at Sampford Brett, in Somerset.
15 Elizabeth CLOWTER ( - ) [683].
Sources
| 1 | Grave stone |
Ethel MICKLE (1888-1976)
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| Ethel MICKLE, Ethel Mickel | |
| Father: Charles MICKLE, 1871, age 16, 1871 census Charles Mickle age 15_80 Price St Birkenhead | |
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| Mother: Caroline REED, 1929, age 73, Charles and Caroline Mickle | |
1 Ethel MICKLE 1 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Marr Frances Harold FOSTER 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
2 Charles MICKLE 2 (1855-1927) [277]. Born 1855, Liverpool. Marr Caroline REED 13 Sep 1880, Saint Andrew's Church, Conway Street, Birkenhead, Cheshire. Died 14 Jul 1927, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1861 census, is shown as a Stepson, living with John and Mary GELLATLY, at: 131, Price Street, Birkenhead, with Mary Jane (Stepdaughter - born in 1842 in Liverpool, Lancashire) and Marg (Stepdaughter - born in 1844 in Liverpool, Lancashire - occupation is: Milliner)
In 1871 census, lived at 80 Price Street, Birkenhead, with James Lambert (Univ Glasgow U R C Land & Life London) - occupation, Scholar,
in 1881 census, lived at 44 Rodney Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk (both aged 26, no children listed)
In 1891 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk.
In 1901 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker.
In 1911 census, Lived at 5 Cable Road, Hoylake, Wirral (with a servant - Ida Dodd).
4 George MICKLE (1829-1880?) [548]. Born 1829, Reading. Marr Mary Jane HANNAH. Died 1880 (app).
5 Mary Jane HANNAH (1843- ) [549]. Born 1843, Liverpool.
3 Caroline REED 2 (1856-1929) [278]. Born 18 Sep 1856, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 18 Sep 1929, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
lived at 13 bath Street, Bristol.
6 Henry Reed ( - ) [647].
13 Charlotte REED (1803- ) [646]. Born 1803, Taunton, S.
7 Ann BURNELL (1827- ) [489]. Born 1827, Bridgwater, Somerset.
In 1852, lived at 19, West Street, Clifton, Bristol - Occupation iwas Booksellers
1861 census, lived at: 13, Bath Street, Temple, Bristol - Occupation is: Stationer - born At Sea
1871 census - Lived at 13 Bath Street, Bristol.
14 James BURNELL (1791- ) [681]. Born 1791. Marr Elizabeth CLOWTER 19 Jun 1821, Bridgwater.
Parish records indicate a burial for James Hill BURNELL, at Sampford Brett, in Somerset.
15 Elizabeth CLOWTER ( - ) [683].
Sources
| 1 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
| 2 | Grave stone |
Florence MICKLE (1890- )
| Father: Charles MICKLE, 1871, age 16, 1871 census Charles Mickle age 15_80 Price St Birkenhead | |
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| Mother: Caroline REED, 1929, age 73, Charles and Caroline Mickle | |
1 Florence MICKLE (1890- ) [486]. Born 1890, Birkenhead.
2 Charles MICKLE 1 (1855-1927) [277]. Born 1855, Liverpool. Marr Caroline REED 13 Sep 1880, Saint Andrew's Church, Conway Street, Birkenhead, Cheshire. Died 14 Jul 1927, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1861 census, is shown as a Stepson, living with John and Mary GELLATLY, at: 131, Price Street, Birkenhead, with Mary Jane (Stepdaughter - born in 1842 in Liverpool, Lancashire) and Marg (Stepdaughter - born in 1844 in Liverpool, Lancashire - occupation is: Milliner)
In 1871 census, lived at 80 Price Street, Birkenhead, with James Lambert (Univ Glasgow U R C Land & Life London) - occupation, Scholar,
in 1881 census, lived at 44 Rodney Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk (both aged 26, no children listed)
In 1891 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk.
In 1901 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker.
In 1911 census, Lived at 5 Cable Road, Hoylake, Wirral (with a servant - Ida Dodd).
4 George MICKLE (1829-1880?) [548]. Born 1829, Reading. Marr Mary Jane HANNAH. Died 1880 (app).
5 Mary Jane HANNAH (1843- ) [549]. Born 1843, Liverpool.
3 Caroline REED 1 (1856-1929) [278]. Born 18 Sep 1856, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 18 Sep 1929, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
lived at 13 bath Street, Bristol.
6 Henry Reed ( - ) [647].
13 Charlotte REED (1803- ) [646]. Born 1803, Taunton, S.
7 Ann BURNELL (1827- ) [489]. Born 1827, Bridgwater, Somerset.
In 1852, lived at 19, West Street, Clifton, Bristol - Occupation iwas Booksellers
1861 census, lived at: 13, Bath Street, Temple, Bristol - Occupation is: Stationer - born At Sea
1871 census - Lived at 13 Bath Street, Bristol.
14 James BURNELL (1791- ) [681]. Born 1791. Marr Elizabeth CLOWTER 19 Jun 1821, Bridgwater.
Parish records indicate a burial for James Hill BURNELL, at Sampford Brett, in Somerset.
15 Elizabeth CLOWTER ( - ) [683].
Sources
| 1 | Grave stone |
Florence MICKLE ( - )
1 Florence MICKLE ( - ) [487].
George MICKLE (1829-1880?)
1 George MICKLE (1829-1880?) [548]. Born 1829, Reading. Marr Mary Jane HANNAH. Died 1880 (app).
Harold MICKLE (1882- )
| Father: Charles MICKLE, 1871, age 16, 1871 census Charles Mickle age 15_80 Price St Birkenhead | |
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| Mother: Caroline REED, 1929, age 73, Charles and Caroline Mickle | |
1 Harold Charles MICKLE (1882- ) [485]. Born 1882, Birkenhead.
Details from 1911 Census - Lived at 5, Warren Road, Hoylake, Wirral.
2 Charles MICKLE 1 (1855-1927) [277]. Born 1855, Liverpool. Marr Caroline REED 13 Sep 1880, Saint Andrew's Church, Conway Street, Birkenhead, Cheshire. Died 14 Jul 1927, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1861 census, is shown as a Stepson, living with John and Mary GELLATLY, at: 131, Price Street, Birkenhead, with Mary Jane (Stepdaughter - born in 1842 in Liverpool, Lancashire) and Marg (Stepdaughter - born in 1844 in Liverpool, Lancashire - occupation is: Milliner)
In 1871 census, lived at 80 Price Street, Birkenhead, with James Lambert (Univ Glasgow U R C Land & Life London) - occupation, Scholar,
in 1881 census, lived at 44 Rodney Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk (both aged 26, no children listed)
In 1891 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk.
In 1901 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker.
In 1911 census, Lived at 5 Cable Road, Hoylake, Wirral (with a servant - Ida Dodd).
4 George MICKLE (1829-1880?) [548]. Born 1829, Reading. Marr Mary Jane HANNAH. Died 1880 (app).
5 Mary Jane HANNAH (1843- ) [549]. Born 1843, Liverpool.
3 Caroline REED 1 (1856-1929) [278]. Born 18 Sep 1856, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 18 Sep 1929, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
lived at 13 bath Street, Bristol.
6 Henry Reed ( - ) [647].
13 Charlotte REED (1803- ) [646]. Born 1803, Taunton, S.
7 Ann BURNELL (1827- ) [489]. Born 1827, Bridgwater, Somerset.
In 1852, lived at 19, West Street, Clifton, Bristol - Occupation iwas Booksellers
1861 census, lived at: 13, Bath Street, Temple, Bristol - Occupation is: Stationer - born At Sea
1871 census - Lived at 13 Bath Street, Bristol.
14 James BURNELL (1791- ) [681]. Born 1791. Marr Elizabeth CLOWTER 19 Jun 1821, Bridgwater.
Parish records indicate a burial for James Hill BURNELL, at Sampford Brett, in Somerset.
15 Elizabeth CLOWTER ( - ) [683].
Sources
| 1 | Grave stone |
Kenneth MICKLE ( - )
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| Father: Ernest Henry MICKLE, e003578996_sail to canada 1 | |
| Mother: Catherine Mary BURNS, 1956, age 67, Catherine Mickle headstone | |
1 Kenneth MICKLE ( - ) [541].
2 Ernest Henry MICKLE (1883-1972) [484]. Born 1883, Birkenhead. Marr Catherine Mary BURNS 1914. Died 24 Jan 1972.
Travelled with Charles and Ethel, to Canada in 1912, on the Teutonic, for her marriage to Frances Harold Foster - see assenger list.
4 Charles MICKLE 1 (1855-1927) [277]. Born 1855, Liverpool. Marr Caroline REED 13 Sep 1880, Saint Andrew's Church, Conway Street, Birkenhead, Cheshire. Died 14 Jul 1927, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1861 census, is shown as a Stepson, living with John and Mary GELLATLY, at: 131, Price Street, Birkenhead, with Mary Jane (Stepdaughter - born in 1842 in Liverpool, Lancashire) and Marg (Stepdaughter - born in 1844 in Liverpool, Lancashire - occupation is: Milliner)
In 1871 census, lived at 80 Price Street, Birkenhead, with James Lambert (Univ Glasgow U R C Land & Life London) - occupation, Scholar,
in 1881 census, lived at 44 Rodney Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk (both aged 26, no children listed)
In 1891 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk.
In 1901 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker.
In 1911 census, Lived at 5 Cable Road, Hoylake, Wirral (with a servant - Ida Dodd).
8 George MICKLE (1829-1880?) [548]. Born 1829, Reading. Marr Mary Jane HANNAH. Died 1880 (app).
9 Mary Jane HANNAH (1843- ) [549]. Born 1843, Liverpool.
5 Caroline REED 1 (1856-1929) [278]. Born 18 Sep 1856, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 18 Sep 1929, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
lived at 13 bath Street, Bristol.
10 Henry Reed ( - ) [647].
11 Ann BURNELL (1827- ) [489]. Born 1827, Bridgwater, Somerset.
In 1852, lived at 19, West Street, Clifton, Bristol - Occupation iwas Booksellers
1861 census, lived at: 13, Bath Street, Temple, Bristol - Occupation is: Stationer - born At Sea
1871 census - Lived at 13 Bath Street, Bristol.
3 Catherine Mary BURNS (1889-1956) [540]. Born 1889, Bootle Nr Liverpool. Died 16 Aug 1956.
6 Arthur BURNS (1857- ) [550]. Born 1857, Toxteth Park, Liverpool. Marr Mary 1884.
in 1911 census, worked for the Hoylake and West Kirby Gas and Water Company - living at 18 manor road, Great Meols, Wirral, Cheshire (7 children born alive, 4 living, 3 died)
in 1891 census, lived at 37, Scott Street, Bootle Cum Linacre, Bootle.
7 Mary (1857- ) [551]. Born 1857, Liverpool.
Sources
| 1 | Grave stone |
Leonard MICKLE (1893-1959)
| Father: Charles MICKLE, 1871, age 16, 1871 census Charles Mickle age 15_80 Price St Birkenhead | |
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| Mother: Caroline REED, 1929, age 73, Charles and Caroline Mickle | |
1 Leonard MICKLE (1893-1959) [488]. Born 1893, Birkenhead, Cheshire, England. Died 4 Jul 1959, Hoylake, Cheshire, , England.
in 1911 Census, was an apprentice.
2 Charles MICKLE 1 (1855-1927) [277]. Born 1855, Liverpool. Marr Caroline REED 13 Sep 1880, Saint Andrew's Church, Conway Street, Birkenhead, Cheshire. Died 14 Jul 1927, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1861 census, is shown as a Stepson, living with John and Mary GELLATLY, at: 131, Price Street, Birkenhead, with Mary Jane (Stepdaughter - born in 1842 in Liverpool, Lancashire) and Marg (Stepdaughter - born in 1844 in Liverpool, Lancashire - occupation is: Milliner)
In 1871 census, lived at 80 Price Street, Birkenhead, with James Lambert (Univ Glasgow U R C Land & Life London) - occupation, Scholar,
in 1881 census, lived at 44 Rodney Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk (both aged 26, no children listed)
In 1891 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk.
In 1901 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker.
In 1911 census, Lived at 5 Cable Road, Hoylake, Wirral (with a servant - Ida Dodd).
4 George MICKLE (1829-1880?) [548]. Born 1829, Reading. Marr Mary Jane HANNAH. Died 1880 (app).
5 Mary Jane HANNAH (1843- ) [549]. Born 1843, Liverpool.
3 Caroline REED 1 (1856-1929) [278]. Born 18 Sep 1856, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 18 Sep 1929, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
lived at 13 bath Street, Bristol.
6 Henry Reed ( - ) [647].
13 Charlotte REED (1803- ) [646]. Born 1803, Taunton, S.
7 Ann BURNELL (1827- ) [489]. Born 1827, Bridgwater, Somerset.
In 1852, lived at 19, West Street, Clifton, Bristol - Occupation iwas Booksellers
1861 census, lived at: 13, Bath Street, Temple, Bristol - Occupation is: Stationer - born At Sea
1871 census - Lived at 13 Bath Street, Bristol.
14 James BURNELL (1791- ) [681]. Born 1791. Marr Elizabeth CLOWTER 19 Jun 1821, Bridgwater.
Parish records indicate a burial for James Hill BURNELL, at Sampford Brett, in Somerset.
15 Elizabeth CLOWTER ( - ) [683].
Sources
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Margaret MICKLE (1844- )
1 Margaret MICKLE (1844- ) [679]. Born 1844, Liverpool.
2 George MICKLE (1829-1880?) [548]. Born 1829, Reading. Marr Mary Jane HANNAH. Died 1880 (app).
3 Mary Jane HANNAH (1843- ) [549]. Born 1843, Liverpool.
Mary MICKLE (1842- )
1 Mary Jane MICKLE (1842- ) [680]. Born 1842, Liverpool. Marr ??? 1863.
2 George MICKLE (1829-1880?) [548]. Born 1829, Reading. Marr Mary Jane HANNAH. Died 1880 (app).
3 Mary Jane HANNAH (1843- ) [549]. Born 1843, Liverpool.
Ronald MICKLE ( - )
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| Father: Ernest Henry MICKLE, e003578996_sail to canada 1 | |
| Mother: Catherine Mary BURNS, 1956, age 67, Catherine Mickle headstone | |
1 Ronald MICKLE ( - ) [542].
2 Ernest Henry MICKLE (1883-1972) [484]. Born 1883, Birkenhead. Marr Catherine Mary BURNS 1914. Died 24 Jan 1972.
Travelled with Charles and Ethel, to Canada in 1912, on the Teutonic, for her marriage to Frances Harold Foster - see assenger list.
4 Charles MICKLE 1 (1855-1927) [277]. Born 1855, Liverpool. Marr Caroline REED 13 Sep 1880, Saint Andrew's Church, Conway Street, Birkenhead, Cheshire. Died 14 Jul 1927, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1861 census, is shown as a Stepson, living with John and Mary GELLATLY, at: 131, Price Street, Birkenhead, with Mary Jane (Stepdaughter - born in 1842 in Liverpool, Lancashire) and Marg (Stepdaughter - born in 1844 in Liverpool, Lancashire - occupation is: Milliner)
In 1871 census, lived at 80 Price Street, Birkenhead, with James Lambert (Univ Glasgow U R C Land & Life London) - occupation, Scholar,
in 1881 census, lived at 44 Rodney Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk (both aged 26, no children listed)
In 1891 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk.
In 1901 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker.
In 1911 census, Lived at 5 Cable Road, Hoylake, Wirral (with a servant - Ida Dodd).
8 George MICKLE (1829-1880?) [548]. Born 1829, Reading. Marr Mary Jane HANNAH. Died 1880 (app).
9 Mary Jane HANNAH (1843- ) [549]. Born 1843, Liverpool.
5 Caroline REED 1 (1856-1929) [278]. Born 18 Sep 1856, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 18 Sep 1929, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
lived at 13 bath Street, Bristol.
10 Henry Reed ( - ) [647].
11 Ann BURNELL (1827- ) [489]. Born 1827, Bridgwater, Somerset.
In 1852, lived at 19, West Street, Clifton, Bristol - Occupation iwas Booksellers
1861 census, lived at: 13, Bath Street, Temple, Bristol - Occupation is: Stationer - born At Sea
1871 census - Lived at 13 Bath Street, Bristol.
3 Catherine Mary BURNS (1889-1956) [540]. Born 1889, Bootle Nr Liverpool. Died 16 Aug 1956.
6 Arthur BURNS (1857- ) [550]. Born 1857, Toxteth Park, Liverpool. Marr Mary 1884.
in 1911 census, worked for the Hoylake and West Kirby Gas and Water Company - living at 18 manor road, Great Meols, Wirral, Cheshire (7 children born alive, 4 living, 3 died)
in 1891 census, lived at 37, Scott Street, Bootle Cum Linacre, Bootle.
7 Mary (1857- ) [551]. Born 1857, Liverpool.
Sources
| 1 | Grave stone |
Mabel MILLS ( -1992)
1 Mabel MILLS ( -1992) [106]. Born. Died 1992.
Alfonso, MOLINA ( - )
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| Mother: Dońa BERENGUELA, 1246, age 66, Dońa_Berenguela_01 | |
1 Alfonso, 4th Lord of MOLINA ( - ) [536].
2 Alfonso IX FERNANDEZ (1171-1230) [456]. Born 15 Aug 1171. Marr Dońa BERENGUELA 1197. Died 24 Sep 1230.
4 Fernando II Alfonsez KING OF LEON ( - ) [458]. Born. Marr Urraca Affonsez QUEEN OF LEON. Died.
5 Urraca Affonsez QUEEN OF LEON ( - ) [459]. Died.
3 Dońa BERENGUELA (1180-1246) [457]. Born 1180. Died 8 Nov 1246.
Note on Marriage to Alfonso IX FERNANDEZ: Annulled in 1204 by Pope Innocent III because they were second cousins.
6 Alfonso VIII of CASTILE ( - ) [533].
7 Eleanor PLANTAGENET ( - ) [530].
14 Henry II of ENGLAND ( - ) [531].
15 Eleanor of AQUITAINE ( - ) [532].
MOLONY ( - )
1 MOLONY ( - ) [1101].
2 John MOLONY (1905-1986) [1084]. Born 7 Apr 1905, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Marr Alma STRAHAN 16 Mar 1930, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 12 Jun 1986, Auckland, New Zealand.
4 Arthur James MOLONY (1862-1934) [1078]. Born 30 Jul 1862, Falkland Islands, British Colony. Marr Gertrude Amy TANNER 19 Oct 1898, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 16 Oct 1934, Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
8 John Sharman MOLONY ( - ) [1079].
9 Rosa WOOD ( - ) [1080].
5 Gertrude Amy TANNER (1871-1918) [1077]. Born 21 Jul 1871, Bristol, England. Died 12 Jun 1918, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
10 James TANNER (1836-1897) [1062]. Born 8 Mar 1836, Portishead, Somerset. Marr Gertrude Mary HINGSTON 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 13 Dec 1897, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
11 Gertrude Mary HINGSTON (1840-1933) [1066]. Born 25 Aug 1840, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Died 1 Dec 1933, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
3 Alma STRAHAN (1908-1992) [1097]. Born 18 Nov 1908, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 10 Oct 1992, Auckland, New Zealand.
6 William STRAHAN ( - ) [1098].
7 Ellen THORPE ( - ) [1099].
MOLONY ( - )
1 MOLONY ( - ) [1102].
2 John MOLONY (1905-1986) [1084]. Born 7 Apr 1905, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Marr Alma STRAHAN 16 Mar 1930, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 12 Jun 1986, Auckland, New Zealand.
4 Arthur James MOLONY (1862-1934) [1078]. Born 30 Jul 1862, Falkland Islands, British Colony. Marr Gertrude Amy TANNER 19 Oct 1898, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 16 Oct 1934, Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
8 John Sharman MOLONY ( - ) [1079].
9 Rosa WOOD ( - ) [1080].
5 Gertrude Amy TANNER (1871-1918) [1077]. Born 21 Jul 1871, Bristol, England. Died 12 Jun 1918, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
10 James TANNER (1836-1897) [1062]. Born 8 Mar 1836, Portishead, Somerset. Marr Gertrude Mary HINGSTON 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 13 Dec 1897, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
11 Gertrude Mary HINGSTON (1840-1933) [1066]. Born 25 Aug 1840, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Died 1 Dec 1933, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
3 Alma STRAHAN (1908-1992) [1097]. Born 18 Nov 1908, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 10 Oct 1992, Auckland, New Zealand.
6 William STRAHAN ( - ) [1098].
7 Ellen THORPE ( - ) [1099].
MOLONY ( - )
1 MOLONY ( - ) [1096].
2 Terence MOLONY (1914-1989) [1087]. Born 12 Jul 1914, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Marr Jean Margaret GRAHAM 4 Jun 1943, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 9 Oct 1989, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Buried 12 Oct 1989, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
4 Arthur James MOLONY (1862-1934) [1078]. Born 30 Jul 1862, Falkland Islands, British Colony. Marr Gertrude Amy TANNER 19 Oct 1898, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 16 Oct 1934, Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
8 John Sharman MOLONY ( - ) [1079].
9 Rosa WOOD ( - ) [1080].
5 Gertrude Amy TANNER (1871-1918) [1077]. Born 21 Jul 1871, Bristol, England. Died 12 Jun 1918, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
10 James TANNER (1836-1897) [1062]. Born 8 Mar 1836, Portishead, Somerset. Marr Gertrude Mary HINGSTON 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 13 Dec 1897, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
11 Gertrude Mary HINGSTON (1840-1933) [1066]. Born 25 Aug 1840, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Died 1 Dec 1933, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
3 Jean Margaret GRAHAM (1923-1995) [1091]. Born 31 Jan 1923, Otaki, Wellington, New Zealand. Died 1 Mar 1995, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
6 John Hunter GRAHAM ( - ) [1092].
7 Margaret Louisa SMITH ( - ) [1093].
MOLONY ( - )
1 MOLONY ( - ) [1095].
2 Terence MOLONY (1914-1989) [1087]. Born 12 Jul 1914, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Marr Jean Margaret GRAHAM 4 Jun 1943, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 9 Oct 1989, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Buried 12 Oct 1989, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
4 Arthur James MOLONY (1862-1934) [1078]. Born 30 Jul 1862, Falkland Islands, British Colony. Marr Gertrude Amy TANNER 19 Oct 1898, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 16 Oct 1934, Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
8 John Sharman MOLONY ( - ) [1079].
9 Rosa WOOD ( - ) [1080].
5 Gertrude Amy TANNER (1871-1918) [1077]. Born 21 Jul 1871, Bristol, England. Died 12 Jun 1918, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
10 James TANNER (1836-1897) [1062]. Born 8 Mar 1836, Portishead, Somerset. Marr Gertrude Mary HINGSTON 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 13 Dec 1897, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
11 Gertrude Mary HINGSTON (1840-1933) [1066]. Born 25 Aug 1840, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Died 1 Dec 1933, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
3 Jean Margaret GRAHAM (1923-1995) [1091]. Born 31 Jan 1923, Otaki, Wellington, New Zealand. Died 1 Mar 1995, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
6 John Hunter GRAHAM ( - ) [1092].
7 Margaret Louisa SMITH ( - ) [1093].
MOLONY ( - )
1 MOLONY ( - ) [1100].
2 John MOLONY (1905-1986) [1084]. Born 7 Apr 1905, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Marr Alma STRAHAN 16 Mar 1930, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 12 Jun 1986, Auckland, New Zealand.
4 Arthur James MOLONY (1862-1934) [1078]. Born 30 Jul 1862, Falkland Islands, British Colony. Marr Gertrude Amy TANNER 19 Oct 1898, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 16 Oct 1934, Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
8 John Sharman MOLONY ( - ) [1079].
9 Rosa WOOD ( - ) [1080].
5 Gertrude Amy TANNER (1871-1918) [1077]. Born 21 Jul 1871, Bristol, England. Died 12 Jun 1918, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
10 James TANNER (1836-1897) [1062]. Born 8 Mar 1836, Portishead, Somerset. Marr Gertrude Mary HINGSTON 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 13 Dec 1897, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
11 Gertrude Mary HINGSTON (1840-1933) [1066]. Born 25 Aug 1840, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Died 1 Dec 1933, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
3 Alma STRAHAN (1908-1992) [1097]. Born 18 Nov 1908, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 10 Oct 1992, Auckland, New Zealand.
6 William STRAHAN ( - ) [1098].
7 Ellen THORPE ( - ) [1099].
MOLONY ( - )
1 MOLONY ( - ) [1094].
2 Terence MOLONY (1914-1989) [1087]. Born 12 Jul 1914, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Marr Jean Margaret GRAHAM 4 Jun 1943, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 9 Oct 1989, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Buried 12 Oct 1989, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
4 Arthur James MOLONY (1862-1934) [1078]. Born 30 Jul 1862, Falkland Islands, British Colony. Marr Gertrude Amy TANNER 19 Oct 1898, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 16 Oct 1934, Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
8 John Sharman MOLONY ( - ) [1079].
9 Rosa WOOD ( - ) [1080].
5 Gertrude Amy TANNER (1871-1918) [1077]. Born 21 Jul 1871, Bristol, England. Died 12 Jun 1918, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
10 James TANNER (1836-1897) [1062]. Born 8 Mar 1836, Portishead, Somerset. Marr Gertrude Mary HINGSTON 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 13 Dec 1897, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
11 Gertrude Mary HINGSTON (1840-1933) [1066]. Born 25 Aug 1840, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Died 1 Dec 1933, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
3 Jean Margaret GRAHAM (1923-1995) [1091]. Born 31 Jan 1923, Otaki, Wellington, New Zealand. Died 1 Mar 1995, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
6 John Hunter GRAHAM ( - ) [1092].
7 Margaret Louisa SMITH ( - ) [1093].
Arthur MOLONY (1862-1934)
1 Arthur James MOLONY (1862-1934) [1078]. Born 30 Jul 1862, Falkland Islands, British Colony. Marr Gertrude Amy TANNER 19 Oct 1898, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 16 Oct 1934, Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
2 John Sharman MOLONY ( - ) [1079].
3 Rosa WOOD ( - ) [1080].
Clara MOLONY (1916-1994)
1 Clara Jean MOLONY (1916-1994) [1090]. Born 7 Sep 1916, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 1 Sep 1994, Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
2 Arthur James MOLONY (1862-1934) [1078]. Born 30 Jul 1862, Falkland Islands, British Colony. Marr Gertrude Amy TANNER 19 Oct 1898, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 16 Oct 1934, Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
4 John Sharman MOLONY ( - ) [1079].
5 Rosa WOOD ( - ) [1080].
3 Gertrude Amy TANNER (1871-1918) [1077]. Born 21 Jul 1871, Bristol, England. Died 12 Jun 1918, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
6 James TANNER (1836-1897) [1062]. Born 8 Mar 1836, Portishead, Somerset. Marr Gertrude Mary HINGSTON 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 13 Dec 1897, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
12 James TANNER (1791?-1826?) [1061]. Born 1791 (app). Marr Rachel WITHY 17 May 1826, Frenchay, Somerset. Died 1826 (app).
13 Rachel WITHY (1799-1840?) [113]. Born 22 Jul 1799, Castle Precincts, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1840 (app).
7 Gertrude Mary HINGSTON (1840-1933) [1066]. Born 25 Aug 1840, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Died 1 Dec 1933, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
14 Thomas HINGSTON ( - ) [1067].
15 Mary RING ( - ) [1068].
Dorothy MOLONY (1906-1995)
1 Dorothy Helen MOLONY (1906-1995) [1083]. Born 9 Oct 1906, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Marr Thomas SLATER 15 Aug 1928, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 13 Jul 1995, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
2 Arthur James MOLONY (1862-1934) [1078]. Born 30 Jul 1862, Falkland Islands, British Colony. Marr Gertrude Amy TANNER 19 Oct 1898, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 16 Oct 1934, Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
4 John Sharman MOLONY ( - ) [1079].
5 Rosa WOOD ( - ) [1080].
3 Gertrude Amy TANNER (1871-1918) [1077]. Born 21 Jul 1871, Bristol, England. Died 12 Jun 1918, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
6 James TANNER (1836-1897) [1062]. Born 8 Mar 1836, Portishead, Somerset. Marr Gertrude Mary HINGSTON 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 13 Dec 1897, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
12 James TANNER (1791?-1826?) [1061]. Born 1791 (app). Marr Rachel WITHY 17 May 1826, Frenchay, Somerset. Died 1826 (app).
13 Rachel WITHY (1799-1840?) [113]. Born 22 Jul 1799, Castle Precincts, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1840 (app).
7 Gertrude Mary HINGSTON (1840-1933) [1066]. Born 25 Aug 1840, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Died 1 Dec 1933, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
14 Thomas HINGSTON ( - ) [1067].
15 Mary RING ( - ) [1068].
Erwin MOLONY (1899-1969)
1 Erwin Sharman MOLONY (1899-1969) [1088]. Born 31 Jul 1899, Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 6 Dec 1969, Napier, New Zealand.
2 Arthur James MOLONY (1862-1934) [1078]. Born 30 Jul 1862, Falkland Islands, British Colony. Marr Gertrude Amy TANNER 19 Oct 1898, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 16 Oct 1934, Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
4 John Sharman MOLONY ( - ) [1079].
5 Rosa WOOD ( - ) [1080].
3 Gertrude Amy TANNER (1871-1918) [1077]. Born 21 Jul 1871, Bristol, England. Died 12 Jun 1918, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
6 James TANNER (1836-1897) [1062]. Born 8 Mar 1836, Portishead, Somerset. Marr Gertrude Mary HINGSTON 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 13 Dec 1897, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
12 James TANNER (1791?-1826?) [1061]. Born 1791 (app). Marr Rachel WITHY 17 May 1826, Frenchay, Somerset. Died 1826 (app).
13 Rachel WITHY (1799-1840?) [113]. Born 22 Jul 1799, Castle Precincts, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1840 (app).
7 Gertrude Mary HINGSTON (1840-1933) [1066]. Born 25 Aug 1840, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Died 1 Dec 1933, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
14 Thomas HINGSTON ( - ) [1067].
15 Mary RING ( - ) [1068].
Frederick MOLONY (1900- )
1 Frederick MOLONY (1900- ) [1089]. Born 31 Aug 1900, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
2 Arthur James MOLONY (1862-1934) [1078]. Born 30 Jul 1862, Falkland Islands, British Colony. Marr Gertrude Amy TANNER 19 Oct 1898, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 16 Oct 1934, Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
4 John Sharman MOLONY ( - ) [1079].
5 Rosa WOOD ( - ) [1080].
3 Gertrude Amy TANNER (1871-1918) [1077]. Born 21 Jul 1871, Bristol, England. Died 12 Jun 1918, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
6 James TANNER (1836-1897) [1062]. Born 8 Mar 1836, Portishead, Somerset. Marr Gertrude Mary HINGSTON 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 13 Dec 1897, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
12 James TANNER (1791?-1826?) [1061]. Born 1791 (app). Marr Rachel WITHY 17 May 1826, Frenchay, Somerset. Died 1826 (app).
13 Rachel WITHY (1799-1840?) [113]. Born 22 Jul 1799, Castle Precincts, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1840 (app).
7 Gertrude Mary HINGSTON (1840-1933) [1066]. Born 25 Aug 1840, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Died 1 Dec 1933, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
14 Thomas HINGSTON ( - ) [1067].
15 Mary RING ( - ) [1068].
Gertrude MOLONY (1903-1980)
1 Gertrude Mary MOLONY (1903-1980) [1085]. Born 23 Apr 1903, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 2 Nov 1980, Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
2 Arthur James MOLONY (1862-1934) [1078]. Born 30 Jul 1862, Falkland Islands, British Colony. Marr Gertrude Amy TANNER 19 Oct 1898, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 16 Oct 1934, Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
4 John Sharman MOLONY ( - ) [1079].
5 Rosa WOOD ( - ) [1080].
3 Gertrude Amy TANNER (1871-1918) [1077]. Born 21 Jul 1871, Bristol, England. Died 12 Jun 1918, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
6 James TANNER (1836-1897) [1062]. Born 8 Mar 1836, Portishead, Somerset. Marr Gertrude Mary HINGSTON 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 13 Dec 1897, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
12 James TANNER (1791?-1826?) [1061]. Born 1791 (app). Marr Rachel WITHY 17 May 1826, Frenchay, Somerset. Died 1826 (app).
13 Rachel WITHY (1799-1840?) [113]. Born 22 Jul 1799, Castle Precincts, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1840 (app).
7 Gertrude Mary HINGSTON (1840-1933) [1066]. Born 25 Aug 1840, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Died 1 Dec 1933, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
14 Thomas HINGSTON ( - ) [1067].
15 Mary RING ( - ) [1068].
John MOLONY (1905-1986)
1 John MOLONY (1905-1986) [1084]. Born 7 Apr 1905, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Marr Alma STRAHAN 16 Mar 1930, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 12 Jun 1986, Auckland, New Zealand.
2 Arthur James MOLONY (1862-1934) [1078]. Born 30 Jul 1862, Falkland Islands, British Colony. Marr Gertrude Amy TANNER 19 Oct 1898, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 16 Oct 1934, Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
4 John Sharman MOLONY ( - ) [1079].
5 Rosa WOOD ( - ) [1080].
3 Gertrude Amy TANNER (1871-1918) [1077]. Born 21 Jul 1871, Bristol, England. Died 12 Jun 1918, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
6 James TANNER (1836-1897) [1062]. Born 8 Mar 1836, Portishead, Somerset. Marr Gertrude Mary HINGSTON 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 13 Dec 1897, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
12 James TANNER (1791?-1826?) [1061]. Born 1791 (app). Marr Rachel WITHY 17 May 1826, Frenchay, Somerset. Died 1826 (app).
13 Rachel WITHY (1799-1840?) [113]. Born 22 Jul 1799, Castle Precincts, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1840 (app).
7 Gertrude Mary HINGSTON (1840-1933) [1066]. Born 25 Aug 1840, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Died 1 Dec 1933, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
14 Thomas HINGSTON ( - ) [1067].
15 Mary RING ( - ) [1068].
John MOLONY ( - )
1 John Sharman MOLONY ( - ) [1079].
Robert MOLONY (1912-1984)
1 Robert James MOLONY (1912-1984) [1081]. Born 2 Oct 1912, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 24 Feb 1984, Auckland, New Zealand.
2 Arthur James MOLONY (1862-1934) [1078]. Born 30 Jul 1862, Falkland Islands, British Colony. Marr Gertrude Amy TANNER 19 Oct 1898, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 16 Oct 1934, Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
4 John Sharman MOLONY ( - ) [1079].
5 Rosa WOOD ( - ) [1080].
3 Gertrude Amy TANNER (1871-1918) [1077]. Born 21 Jul 1871, Bristol, England. Died 12 Jun 1918, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
6 James TANNER (1836-1897) [1062]. Born 8 Mar 1836, Portishead, Somerset. Marr Gertrude Mary HINGSTON 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 13 Dec 1897, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
12 James TANNER (1791?-1826?) [1061]. Born 1791 (app). Marr Rachel WITHY 17 May 1826, Frenchay, Somerset. Died 1826 (app).
13 Rachel WITHY (1799-1840?) [113]. Born 22 Jul 1799, Castle Precincts, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1840 (app).
7 Gertrude Mary HINGSTON (1840-1933) [1066]. Born 25 Aug 1840, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Died 1 Dec 1933, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
14 Thomas HINGSTON ( - ) [1067].
15 Mary RING ( - ) [1068].
Terence MOLONY (1914-1989)
1 Terence MOLONY (1914-1989) [1087]. Born 12 Jul 1914, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Marr Jean Margaret GRAHAM 4 Jun 1943, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 9 Oct 1989, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Buried 12 Oct 1989, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
2 Arthur James MOLONY (1862-1934) [1078]. Born 30 Jul 1862, Falkland Islands, British Colony. Marr Gertrude Amy TANNER 19 Oct 1898, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 16 Oct 1934, Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
4 John Sharman MOLONY ( - ) [1079].
5 Rosa WOOD ( - ) [1080].
3 Gertrude Amy TANNER (1871-1918) [1077]. Born 21 Jul 1871, Bristol, England. Died 12 Jun 1918, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
6 James TANNER (1836-1897) [1062]. Born 8 Mar 1836, Portishead, Somerset. Marr Gertrude Mary HINGSTON 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 13 Dec 1897, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
12 James TANNER (1791?-1826?) [1061]. Born 1791 (app). Marr Rachel WITHY 17 May 1826, Frenchay, Somerset. Died 1826 (app).
13 Rachel WITHY (1799-1840?) [113]. Born 22 Jul 1799, Castle Precincts, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1840 (app).
7 Gertrude Mary HINGSTON (1840-1933) [1066]. Born 25 Aug 1840, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Died 1 Dec 1933, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
14 Thomas HINGSTON ( - ) [1067].
15 Mary RING ( - ) [1068].
Alexis MOORES (1986- )
1 Alexis MOORES (1986- ) [41]. Born 20 Dec 1986, Canada. Died.
2 Roger MOORES ( - ) [39]. Born. Marr Jackie GRAY 1984. Died.
3 Jackie GRAY (1952- ) [38]. Born 1952. Died.
6 Trevor GRAY (1938- ) [11]. Born 20 May 1938.
12 Bertram Allen GRAY (1892?-1981) [34]. Born 1892 (app), Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died 1981.
Bertram's first wife was Milly, mother of Edward (Ted) Gray, who was adopted by Avon James Gray and Mabel Wilson
Kings Norton
In 1911 census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath, Worcestershire - Apprentice.
13 Dorothy (Dolly) WILSON 1 (1902-1981) [35]. Born 19 Apr 1902, Kingsheath Birmingham. Died 12 Aug 1981, Birmingham.
Second wife of Bertram Allen Gray (first wife was Milly).
7 Doreen POUNTNEY ( - ) [36]. Born. Died.
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Roger MOORES ( - )
1 Roger MOORES ( - ) [39]. Born. Marr Jackie GRAY 1984. Died.
Trevor MOORES (1990- )
1 Trevor MOORES (1990- ) [42]. Born 5 Jan 1990, Canada. Died.
2 Roger MOORES ( - ) [39]. Born. Marr Jackie GRAY 1984. Died.
3 Jackie GRAY (1952- ) [38]. Born 1952. Died.
6 Trevor GRAY (1938- ) [11]. Born 20 May 1938.
12 Bertram Allen GRAY (1892?-1981) [34]. Born 1892 (app), Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died 1981.
Bertram's first wife was Milly, mother of Edward (Ted) Gray, who was adopted by Avon James Gray and Mabel Wilson
Kings Norton
In 1911 census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath, Worcestershire - Apprentice.
13 Dorothy (Dolly) WILSON 1 (1902-1981) [35]. Born 19 Apr 1902, Kingsheath Birmingham. Died 12 Aug 1981, Birmingham.
Second wife of Bertram Allen Gray (first wife was Milly).
7 Doreen POUNTNEY ( - ) [36]. Born. Died.
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Lady MORTIMER ( - )
1 Lady Margaret MORTIMER ( - ) [600].
Elena MORVILLE ( -1292)
1 Elena DE MORVILLE ( -1292) [885]. Died 1292.
Mary MOTTRAM (1826- )
| Mary MOTTRAM, 1826, age 0, mary mottram baptism 1826 | |
1 Mary MOTTRAM (1826- ) [514]. Born 1826, Hoole, Cheshire. Christened 5 Mar 1826, Plemstall Parish, Chester. Marr James WORRALL 29 Dec 1845.
2 Samuel MOTTRAM (1791- ) [805]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
In 1841 Census, living at Brook Lodge, Hoole, Plemonstall, Hoole.
3 Elizabeth (1791- ) [806]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
Samuel MOTTRAM (1791- )
1 Samuel MOTTRAM (1791- ) [805]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
In 1841 Census, living at Brook Lodge, Hoole, Plemonstall, Hoole.
John MOWBRAY Lord Mowbray (1340-1368)
1 John MOWBRAY (1340-1368) [1019]. Born 1340. Marr Elizabeth SEAGRAVE 1353. Died 9 Oct 1368.
2 John MOWBRAY ( - ) [1020].
3 Joan PLANTAGENET ( - ) [1021].
6 Henry PLANTAGENET ( - ) [1022].
7 Matilda DE CHAWORTH ( - ) [1023].
14 Patrick DE CHAWORTH ( - ) [1024].
15 Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [1025].
John MOWBRAY Lord Mowbray ( - )
1 John MOWBRAY ( - ) [1020].
John MOWBRAY ( - )
1 John de MOWBRAY ( - ) [625].
Isobel MOWBRAY (FARRON ?) ( - )
1 Isobel MOWBRAY (FARRON ?) ( - ) [186]. Born. Died.
Edward NAISH (1798?- )
1 Edward NAISH (1798?- ) [1069]. Born 1798 (app), Bristol, Gloucester, England.
John NELSON (1932- )
1 John Robert NELSON 1 (1932- ) [416]. Born 3 Mar 1932. Died.
2 John Stanley NELSON 1 ( - ) [403]. Born. Marr Margaret STANKLEY. Died.
3 Margaret STANKLEY 1 (1899-1891) [402]. Died 6 Apr 1891. Born 13 Sep 1899.
6 Robert Mutter STANKLEY 1 (1870-1963) [397]. Born 5 Mar 1870. Died 1963.
12 Edward STANKLEY 1 (1839-1928) [394]. Born 19 Aug 1839. Marr Mary Ann BARRON. Died 1928.
13 Mary Ann BARRON 1 ( -1908) [396]. Born. Died 25 Sep 1908.
7 Elizabeth Ann EMERSON 1 ( - ) [401]. Born. Died.
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John NELSON ( - )
1 John Stanley NELSON 1 ( - ) [403]. Born. Marr Margaret STANKLEY. Died.
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Noel NELSON (1930- )
1 Noel NELSON 1 (1930- ) [413]. Born 16 Dec 1930. Marr Leslie CROZIER-SHAW. Died.
2 John Stanley NELSON 1 ( - ) [403]. Born. Marr Margaret STANKLEY. Died.
3 Margaret STANKLEY 1 (1899-1891) [402]. Died 6 Apr 1891. Born 13 Sep 1899.
6 Robert Mutter STANKLEY 1 (1870-1963) [397]. Born 5 Mar 1870. Died 1963.
12 Edward STANKLEY 1 (1839-1928) [394]. Born 19 Aug 1839. Marr Mary Ann BARRON. Died 1928.
13 Mary Ann BARRON 1 ( -1908) [396]. Born. Died 25 Sep 1908.
7 Elizabeth Ann EMERSON 1 ( - ) [401]. Born. Died.
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Rosemary NELSON (1929- )
1 Rosemary Ann NELSON 1 (1929- ) [415]. Born 9 Mar 1929. Died.
2 John Stanley NELSON 1 ( - ) [403]. Born. Marr Margaret STANKLEY. Died.
3 Margaret STANKLEY 1 (1899-1891) [402]. Died 6 Apr 1891. Born 13 Sep 1899.
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7 Elizabeth Ann EMERSON 1 ( - ) [401]. Born. Died.
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George NEVILL ( - )
1 George NEVILL ( - ) [630].
Elizabeth NEWTON (1869- )
1 Elizabeth NEWTON 1 (1869- ) [338]. Born 23 Jul 1869. Marr John George STANKLEY. Died.
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Pat NOALAN ( - )
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1 Pat NOALAN ( - ) [20]. Born. Marr Ian FOSTER. Died.
Barbara O'CONNELL ( - )
1 Barbara O'CONNELL ( - ) [451]. Born. Marr David Ian WITHY. Died.
Catherine O`BRIEN (1908-1974)
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2 Michael O`BRIEN ( - ) [744].
3 Susan GOUGH ( - ) [745].
Michael O`BRIEN ( - )
1 Michael O`BRIEN ( - ) [744].
Florence O`KEEFE ( - )
1 Florence O`KEEFE ( - ) [761].
Eleanor OF CASTILLE (1241-1290)
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| Eleanor OF CASTILLE, Eleonor of Castille | |
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| Father: Saint FERDINAND III, Saint Ferdinand III | |
1 Eleanor OF CASTILLE 1 (1241-1290) [195]. Born 1241, Castile, Spain. Died 25 Nov 1290, Harby, Near Lincoln.
Eleanor of Castile was the first queen consort of Edward I of England. She was also Countess of Ponthieu in her own right from 1279 until her death in 1290, succeeding her mother and ruling together with her husband.
Edward married Eleanor at Las Huelgas in Spain (October 1254) and then traveled to Bordeaux to organize his scattered appanage.
Upon her death, Edward erected the famous Eleanor Crosses--several of which still stand--at each place where her coffin rested on its way to London. The best known are at Banbury and Charring (London).
2 Saint FERDINAND III (1199-1252) [454]. Born 5 Aug 1199. Marr Joan of DAMMARTIN. Died 30 May 1252.
King of Castile from 1217 and King of Galicia and León from 1230.
4 Alfonso IX of LEÓN (1171-1230?) [597]. Born 15 Aug 1171. Died 23 Sep 1230 (app).
Was king of León and Galicia from the death of his father Ferdinand II in 1188 until his own death. According to Ibn Khaldun, he is said to have been called the Baboso or Slobberer because he was subject to fits of rage during which he foamed at the mouth.
5 Dońa BERENGUELA (1180-1246) [457]. Born 1180. Marr Alfonso IX FERNANDEZ 1197. Died 8 Nov 1246.
10 Alfonso VIII of CASTILE ( - ) [533].
11 Eleanor PLANTAGENET ( - ) [530].
3 Joan of DAMMARTIN (1200?-1279) [455]. Born 1200 (app). Died 16 Mar 1279, Abbeville.
6 Simon of DAMMARTIN (1180-1239) [595]. Born 1180. Died 21 Sep 1239.
7 Marie of PONTHIEU (1199-1251) [596]. Born 17 Apr 1199. Died 1251.
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Clementina OGILVY (1854- )
1 Clementina Gertrude Helen OGILVY (1854- ) [968]. Born 19 Jun 1854.
2 David Graham Drummond OGILVY ( - ) [966].
3 Henrietta Blanche STANLEY (1830-1921) [964]. Born 3 Jul 1830. Died 5 Jan 1921.
6 Edward John STANLEY (1802-1869) [962]. Born 13 Nov 1802. Marr Henrietta Maria DILLON 6 Oct 1826. Died 16 Jun 1869, Alderley, Cheshire.
12 John Thomas STANLEY (1766-1850) [960]. Born 26 Nov 1766. Marr Maria Josepha HOLROYD 11 Oct 1796. Died 23 Oct 1850, Alderley, Cheshire.
13 Maria Josepha HOLROYD (1771-1863) [961]. Born 3 Jan 1771. Died 1 Nov 1863.
7 Henrietta Maria DILLON (1807- ) [963]. Born 21 Dec 1807, Halifax, Nova Scotia.
David OGILVY 5th Earl of Airlie ( - )
1 David Graham Drummond OGILVY ( - ) [966].
David OGILVY ( - )
1 David William Stanley OGILVY ( - ) [967].
2 David Graham Drummond OGILVY ( - ) [966].
3 Henrietta Blanche STANLEY (1830-1921) [964]. Born 3 Jul 1830. Died 5 Jan 1921.
6 Edward John STANLEY (1802-1869) [962]. Born 13 Nov 1802. Marr Henrietta Maria DILLON 6 Oct 1826. Died 16 Jun 1869, Alderley, Cheshire.
12 John Thomas STANLEY (1766-1850) [960]. Born 26 Nov 1766. Marr Maria Josepha HOLROYD 11 Oct 1796. Died 23 Oct 1850, Alderley, Cheshire.
13 Maria Josepha HOLROYD (1771-1863) [961]. Born 3 Jan 1771. Died 1 Nov 1863.
7 Henrietta Maria DILLON (1807- ) [963]. Born 21 Dec 1807, Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Henrietta OGILVY (1852-1925)
1 Henrietta Blanche OGILVY (1852-1925) [969]. Born 8 Nov 1852. Died 28 Mar 1925.
2 David Graham Drummond OGILVY ( - ) [966].
3 Henrietta Blanche STANLEY (1830-1921) [964]. Born 3 Jul 1830. Died 5 Jan 1921.
6 Edward John STANLEY (1802-1869) [962]. Born 13 Nov 1802. Marr Henrietta Maria DILLON 6 Oct 1826. Died 16 Jun 1869, Alderley, Cheshire.
12 John Thomas STANLEY (1766-1850) [960]. Born 26 Nov 1766. Marr Maria Josepha HOLROYD 11 Oct 1796. Died 23 Oct 1850, Alderley, Cheshire.
13 Maria Josepha HOLROYD (1771-1863) [961]. Born 3 Jan 1771. Died 1 Nov 1863.
7 Henrietta Maria DILLON (1807- ) [963]. Born 21 Dec 1807, Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Margaret OLDFIELD (1851-1921)
1 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
Elizabeth OLDHAM (1504?- )
1 Elizabeth OLDHAM (1504?- ) [803]. Born 1504 (app). Christened 1504.
??? ORME (1989- )
1 ??? ORME (1989- ) [233]. Born 1989. Died.
2 Christopher ORME ( - ) [232]. Born. Died.
4 Andre ORME ( - ) [229]. Born. Died.
5 Monica WILSON ( - ) [227]. Born. Died.
10 Leslie WILSON (1897- ) [65]. Born 1897, Kings Heath, Worcestershire. Died.
11 Gladys PAGE ( - ) [225]. Born. Died.
3 Sarah ?? ??? ( - ) [234]. Born. Died.
Andre ORME ( - )
1 Andre ORME ( - ) [229]. Born. Died.
Christopher ORME ( - )
1 Christopher ORME ( - ) [232]. Born. Died.
2 Andre ORME ( - ) [229]. Born. Died.
3 Monica WILSON ( - ) [227]. Born. Died.
6 Leslie WILSON (1897- ) [65]. Born 1897, Kings Heath, Worcestershire. Died.
12 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
13 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
7 Gladys PAGE ( - ) [225]. Born. Died.
Elizabeth ORME ( - )
1 Elizabeth ORME ( - ) [235]. Born. Died.
2 Andre ORME ( - ) [229]. Born. Died.
3 Monica WILSON ( - ) [227]. Born. Died.
6 Leslie WILSON (1897- ) [65]. Born 1897, Kings Heath, Worcestershire. Died.
12 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
13 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
7 Gladys PAGE ( - ) [225]. Born. Died.
Charles OWEN ( - )
1 Charles OWEN ( - ) [1123].
Margaret OWEN (1742- )
1 Margaret OWEN (1742- ) [959]. Born 17 Aug 1742, Holyhead. Marr John Thomas STANLEY 20 Apr 1763.
Mary OWEN ( -1727)
1 Mary OWEN ( -1727) [1122]. Died 1727.
2 Charles OWEN ( - ) [1123].
Gladys PAGE ( - )
1 Gladys PAGE ( - ) [225]. Born. Died.
Kenneth PALMER (1918-1988)
1 Kenneth Molony PALMER (1918-1988) [1086]. Born 18 May 1918, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 12 Nov 1988, Auckland, New Zealand.
2 Arthur James MOLONY (1862-1934) [1078]. Born 30 Jul 1862, Falkland Islands, British Colony. Marr Gertrude Amy TANNER 19 Oct 1898, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 16 Oct 1934, Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
4 John Sharman MOLONY ( - ) [1079].
5 Rosa WOOD ( - ) [1080].
3 Gertrude Amy TANNER (1871-1918) [1077]. Born 21 Jul 1871, Bristol, England. Died 12 Jun 1918, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
6 James TANNER (1836-1897) [1062]. Born 8 Mar 1836, Portishead, Somerset. Marr Gertrude Mary HINGSTON 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 13 Dec 1897, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
12 James TANNER (1791?-1826?) [1061]. Born 1791 (app). Marr Rachel WITHY 17 May 1826, Frenchay, Somerset. Died 1826 (app).
13 Rachel WITHY (1799-1840?) [113]. Born 22 Jul 1799, Castle Precincts, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1840 (app).
7 Gertrude Mary HINGSTON (1840-1933) [1066]. Born 25 Aug 1840, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Died 1 Dec 1933, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
14 Thomas HINGSTON ( - ) [1067].
15 Mary RING ( - ) [1068].
Elizabeth PANTON ( - )
1 Elizabeth PANTON ( - ) [936]. Marr Henry ARUNDELL Aug 1691.
Sarah PARKES ( - )
1 Sarah PARKES ( - ) [1129].
Hugh PARSON ( -1948)
1 Hugh H PARSON ( -1948) [166]. Born. Died 12 Sep 1948.
Jean PATON (1927-2008)
1 Jean Forrester PATON (1927-2008) [1196]. Born 5 Sep 1927. Died 11 Mar 2008.
Karl PATRICK ( - )
1 Karl PATRICK ( - ) [84].
2 Sydney PATRICK ( - ) [81]. Born. Died.
3 Nellie WILSON (1889- ) [61]. Born 1889. Died.
Emigrated to Canada.
6 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
12 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
13 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
7 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
14 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
15 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
Lorna PATRICK ( - )
1 Lorna PATRICK ( - ) [82].
2 Sydney PATRICK ( - ) [81]. Born. Died.
3 Nellie WILSON (1889- ) [61]. Born 1889. Died.
Emigrated to Canada.
6 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
12 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
13 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
7 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
14 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
15 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
Marie PATRICK ( - )
1 Marie PATRICK ( - ) [83].
2 Sydney PATRICK ( - ) [81]. Born. Died.
3 Nellie WILSON (1889- ) [61]. Born 1889. Died.
Emigrated to Canada.
6 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
12 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
13 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
7 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
14 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
15 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
Sidney PATRICK ( - )
1 Sidney PATRICK ( - ) [85].
2 Sydney PATRICK ( - ) [81]. Born. Died.
3 Nellie WILSON (1889- ) [61]. Born 1889. Died.
Emigrated to Canada.
6 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
12 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
13 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
7 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
14 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
15 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
Sydney PATRICK ( - )
1 Sydney PATRICK ( - ) [81]. Born. Died.
Esther PATTINSON (1856-1891)
1 Esther Eliza PATTINSON (1856-1891) [339]. Born 7 May 1856. Died 1891.
Second wife of Avon Gray (his first wife was Valerie).
Elizabeth PAUNCEFOOTE ( - )
1 Elizabeth PAUNCEFOOTE ( - ) [810].
Patricia PAXTON ( - )
1 Patricia PAXTON ( - ) [208]. Born. Died.
2 Raymond PAXTON ( - ) [207].
3 Wendy WILSON ( - ) [72].
6 Gus WILSON (1887- ) [60]. Born 1887. Died.
12 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
13 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
7 Nellie FREEMAN ( - ) [70]. Born. Died.
Raymond PAXTON ( - )
1 Raymond PAXTON ( - ) [207].
PEASE ( - )
1 PEASE ( - ) [986].
2 Richard Thorn PEASE (1922- ) [985]. Born 20 May 1922, Richmond.
3 Anne HEYWORTH (1924- ) [984]. Born 10 Apr 1924, London.
6 Reginald Francis HEYWORTH (1896- ) [983]. Born 1896. Marr Moyra MARJORIBANKS 12 Jan 1923.
7 Moyra MARJORIBANKS (1902-1941) [982]. Born 1902. Died 1941.
14 Dudley Churchill MARJORIBANKS (1874-1935) [980]. Born 2 Mar 1874. Died 23 Apr 1935.
15 Muriel BRODRICK (1881- ) [981]. Born 23 Nov 1881.
PEASE ( - )
1 PEASE ( - ) [987].
2 Richard Thorn PEASE (1922- ) [985]. Born 20 May 1922, Richmond.
3 Anne HEYWORTH (1924- ) [984]. Born 10 Apr 1924, London.
6 Reginald Francis HEYWORTH (1896- ) [983]. Born 1896. Marr Moyra MARJORIBANKS 12 Jan 1923.
7 Moyra MARJORIBANKS (1902-1941) [982]. Born 1902. Died 1941.
14 Dudley Churchill MARJORIBANKS (1874-1935) [980]. Born 2 Mar 1874. Died 23 Apr 1935.
15 Muriel BRODRICK (1881- ) [981]. Born 23 Nov 1881.
Nichola PEASE (1961-1994)
1 Nichola PEASE (1961-1994) [988]. Born 3 Apr 1961, Bywell Castle. Died 1994.
2 Richard Thorn PEASE (1922- ) [985]. Born 20 May 1922, Richmond.
3 Anne HEYWORTH (1924- ) [984]. Born 10 Apr 1924, London.
6 Reginald Francis HEYWORTH (1896- ) [983]. Born 1896. Marr Moyra MARJORIBANKS 12 Jan 1923.
7 Moyra MARJORIBANKS (1902-1941) [982]. Born 1902. Died 1941.
14 Dudley Churchill MARJORIBANKS (1874-1935) [980]. Born 2 Mar 1874. Died 23 Apr 1935.
15 Muriel BRODRICK (1881- ) [981]. Born 23 Nov 1881.
Sir Richard PEASE Bt. (1922- )
1 Richard Thorn PEASE (1922- ) [985]. Born 20 May 1922, Richmond.
Irene PEEL (1905- )
1 Irene Dorothy PEEL (1905- ) [642]. Born 1905, Wilmslow.
2 Thomas Walker PEEL (1876- ) [639]. Born 1876, Manchester, Lancashire. Marr Edith Mary WITHY 1898.
In 1901 census, lived at: Grove Avenue, Wilmslow County:
Cheshire
In 1911 census, lived at: 4 Burlington Road Buxton, Derbyshire. Occupation was: Merchants And Warehouseman Specializing In Baby Linen And Loco Underclothing.
3 Edith Mary WITHY (1874-1933) [638]. Born 1874, Manchester, Lancashire. Died 1933.
Attended Sidcot School between 1884 and 1889.
6 George WITHY (1842-1928) [123]. Born 30 Jul 1842, Gloucestershire. Marr Emily HODGSON 1869. Died 6 Dec 1928.
in 1861 census, was a Grocers Apprentice, living with William and Elizabeth Graham Grocer & Tea Dealer Employing 4 Assistants, at Barker Street, Aston, Warwickshire.
In 1871 census, lived at: Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - George WITHY (AFN: 1NJW-ZRJ) Pedigree Event(s)
Birth: 13 Jul 1842
Bristol, Gloucs, England
In 1881 census, lived at: Oak Bank, Princess Road, Heaton-Norris (Lancashire) County: Cheshire - Occupation shown as: Chocolate Eggs & Cheese Commission Agent
In 1891 census, lived at: 24, Princes Road, Heaton Norris, County: Cheshire - Occupation shown as: Agent For Cocoa & Chocolate
In 1901 census, lived at: 26, Oakdene, Thornfield Road, Heaton Norris (Lancashire) County: Cheshire
in 1911 census, had retired to: Bryn Dedwys Old Colwyn, County:
Carnarvonshire
Parents
Father: Edward WITHY (AFN: 1JWW-N03) Family
Mother: Sarah ATREE (AFN: 1NJW-ZQB)
Attended Sidcot School between 1853 and 1857.
12 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
13 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
7 Emily HODGSON (1849?-1924) [563]. Born 1849 (app), Manchester, Lancashire. Died 1924.
Attended Sidcot School between 1857 and 1861.
14 John HODGSON ( - ) [671].
15 Jane DODGSON ( - ) [672].
Kathleen PEEL (1904- )
1 Kathleen Mary PEEL (1904- ) [641]. Born 1904, Wilmslow.
2 Thomas Walker PEEL (1876- ) [639]. Born 1876, Manchester, Lancashire. Marr Edith Mary WITHY 1898.
In 1901 census, lived at: Grove Avenue, Wilmslow County:
Cheshire
In 1911 census, lived at: 4 Burlington Road Buxton, Derbyshire. Occupation was: Merchants And Warehouseman Specializing In Baby Linen And Loco Underclothing.
3 Edith Mary WITHY (1874-1933) [638]. Born 1874, Manchester, Lancashire. Died 1933.
Attended Sidcot School between 1884 and 1889.
6 George WITHY (1842-1928) [123]. Born 30 Jul 1842, Gloucestershire. Marr Emily HODGSON 1869. Died 6 Dec 1928.
in 1861 census, was a Grocers Apprentice, living with William and Elizabeth Graham Grocer & Tea Dealer Employing 4 Assistants, at Barker Street, Aston, Warwickshire.
In 1871 census, lived at: Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - George WITHY (AFN: 1NJW-ZRJ) Pedigree Event(s)
Birth: 13 Jul 1842
Bristol, Gloucs, England
In 1881 census, lived at: Oak Bank, Princess Road, Heaton-Norris (Lancashire) County: Cheshire - Occupation shown as: Chocolate Eggs & Cheese Commission Agent
In 1891 census, lived at: 24, Princes Road, Heaton Norris, County: Cheshire - Occupation shown as: Agent For Cocoa & Chocolate
In 1901 census, lived at: 26, Oakdene, Thornfield Road, Heaton Norris (Lancashire) County: Cheshire
in 1911 census, had retired to: Bryn Dedwys Old Colwyn, County:
Carnarvonshire
Parents
Father: Edward WITHY (AFN: 1JWW-N03) Family
Mother: Sarah ATREE (AFN: 1NJW-ZQB)
Attended Sidcot School between 1853 and 1857.
12 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
13 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
7 Emily HODGSON (1849?-1924) [563]. Born 1849 (app), Manchester, Lancashire. Died 1924.
Attended Sidcot School between 1857 and 1861.
14 John HODGSON ( - ) [671].
15 Jane DODGSON ( - ) [672].
Robert PEEL (1899- )
1 Robert Withy PEEL (1899- ) [640]. Born 1899, Didsbury, Lancashire.
2 Thomas Walker PEEL (1876- ) [639]. Born 1876, Manchester, Lancashire. Marr Edith Mary WITHY 1898.
In 1901 census, lived at: Grove Avenue, Wilmslow County:
Cheshire
In 1911 census, lived at: 4 Burlington Road Buxton, Derbyshire. Occupation was: Merchants And Warehouseman Specializing In Baby Linen And Loco Underclothing.
3 Edith Mary WITHY (1874-1933) [638]. Born 1874, Manchester, Lancashire. Died 1933.
Attended Sidcot School between 1884 and 1889.
6 George WITHY (1842-1928) [123]. Born 30 Jul 1842, Gloucestershire. Marr Emily HODGSON 1869. Died 6 Dec 1928.
in 1861 census, was a Grocers Apprentice, living with William and Elizabeth Graham Grocer & Tea Dealer Employing 4 Assistants, at Barker Street, Aston, Warwickshire.
In 1871 census, lived at: Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - George WITHY (AFN: 1NJW-ZRJ) Pedigree Event(s)
Birth: 13 Jul 1842
Bristol, Gloucs, England
In 1881 census, lived at: Oak Bank, Princess Road, Heaton-Norris (Lancashire) County: Cheshire - Occupation shown as: Chocolate Eggs & Cheese Commission Agent
In 1891 census, lived at: 24, Princes Road, Heaton Norris, County: Cheshire - Occupation shown as: Agent For Cocoa & Chocolate
In 1901 census, lived at: 26, Oakdene, Thornfield Road, Heaton Norris (Lancashire) County: Cheshire
in 1911 census, had retired to: Bryn Dedwys Old Colwyn, County:
Carnarvonshire
Parents
Father: Edward WITHY (AFN: 1JWW-N03) Family
Mother: Sarah ATREE (AFN: 1NJW-ZQB)
Attended Sidcot School between 1853 and 1857.
12 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
13 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
7 Emily HODGSON (1849?-1924) [563]. Born 1849 (app), Manchester, Lancashire. Died 1924.
Attended Sidcot School between 1857 and 1861.
14 John HODGSON ( - ) [671].
15 Jane DODGSON ( - ) [672].
Thomas PEEL (1876- )
1 Thomas Walker PEEL (1876- ) [639]. Born 1876, Manchester, Lancashire. Marr Edith Mary WITHY 1898.
In 1901 census, lived at: Grove Avenue, Wilmslow County:
Cheshire
In 1911 census, lived at: 4 Burlington Road Buxton, Derbyshire. Occupation was: Merchants And Warehouseman Specializing In Baby Linen And Loco Underclothing.
Anne PELSON ( -1733)
1 Anne PELSON ( -1733) [940]. Died Jun 1733.
Jane PEMBERTON (1761-1813)
1 Jane PEMBERTON (1761-1813) [1046]. Born 1761. Marr John Coulson FOWLER 1789. Died 1813.
2 Thomas PEMBERTON ( - ) [1190].
3 Mary ( - ) [1191].
Thomas PEMBERTON ( - )
1 Thomas PEMBERTON ( - ) [1190].
Alice PENNEY (1536- )
1 Alice PENNEY (1536- ) [800]. Born 1536. Christened 1536, East Coker, Somerset.
John PENSTONE ( -1902)
1 John Jewell PENSTONE ( -1902) [843]. Born Stanford in the Vale, Berks. Marr Elizabeth Messer WRIGHT 12 Jan 1861. Died 12 May 1902.
Ann PERROTT (1555?- )
1 Ann PERROTT (1555?- ) [176]. Born 1555 (app). Died.
2 John PERROTT (SIR) (1508?-1583) [177]. Born 1508 (app). Died 1583.
Died in the Tower.
4 Thomas PERROTT (SIR) (1505- ) [179]. Born 1505. Died.
5 Mary BERKELEY (1480?- ) [180]. Born 1480 (app). Died.
10 James BERKELEY (OF THORNBURY) (1466?-1515) [181]. Born 1466 (app). Died 1515.
11 Susan FITZALAN (WADDELL?) ( - ) [182]. Born. Died.
3 Jane PRUET (Widow of Sir Lewis POLLARD) ( - ) [178]. Born. Died.
John PERROTT (SIR) (1508?-1583)
1 John PERROTT (SIR) (1508?-1583) [177]. Born 1508 (app). Died 1583.
Died in the Tower.
2 Thomas PERROTT (SIR) (1505- ) [179]. Born 1505. Died.
3 Mary BERKELEY (1480?- ) [180]. Born 1480 (app). Died.
6 James BERKELEY (OF THORNBURY) (1466?-1515) [181]. Born 1466 (app). Died 1515.
12 Maurice De BERKELEY (SIR) (1436?-1506?) [183]. Born 1436 (app). Died 1506 (app).
13 Isobel MEAD ( -1517) [184]. Born. Died 1517.
( daughter of Sir Philip Mead of Bristol).
7 Susan FITZALAN (WADDELL?) ( - ) [182]. Born. Died.
Thomas PERROTT (SIR) (1505- )
1 Thomas PERROTT (SIR) (1505- ) [179]. Born 1505. Died.
Mary PERRY (1856-1909)
1 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Marr Henry WITHY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
Geoffrey PETER (1162-1213)
1 Geoffrey Fitz PETER (1162-1213) [585]. Born 1162. Died 1213.
2 Piers de LUTEGARESHALE ( - ) [586].
Sir John PHILLIPS of Picton Castle ( -1629)
1 John PHILLIPS ( -1629) [175]. Born. Died 27 Mar 1629.
2 Morgan PHILLIPS ( - ) [904].
4 John PHILLIPS (1502- ) [908]. Born 1502.
5 Elizabeth GRIFFITH (1508- ) [909]. Born 1508.
10 William GRIFFITH (1478- ) [910]. Born 1478.
11 Jane STRADLING ( - ) [911].
3 Elizabeth FLETCHER (1551- ) [905]. Born 1551.
6 Richard FLETCHER ( - ) [906].
7 [unnamed person] ( - ) [907].
John PHILLIPS (1502- )
1 John PHILLIPS (1502- ) [908]. Born 1502.
Morgan PHILLIPS ( - )
1 Morgan PHILLIPS ( - ) [904].
2 John PHILLIPS (1502- ) [908]. Born 1502.
3 Elizabeth GRIFFITH (1508- ) [909]. Born 1508.
6 William GRIFFITH (1478- ) [910]. Born 1478.
7 Jane STRADLING ( - ) [911].
14 Thomas STRADLING ( - ) [912].
15 Jenet MATHEW ( -1535) [913]. Died 5 Feb 1535.
Olive PHILLIPS (1615- )
1 Olive PHILLIPS (1615- ) [174]. Born 1615. Died.
2 John PHILLIPS ( -1629) [175]. Born. Died 27 Mar 1629.
4 Morgan PHILLIPS ( - ) [904].
8 John PHILLIPS (1502- ) [908]. Born 1502.
9 Elizabeth GRIFFITH (1508- ) [909]. Born 1508.
5 Elizabeth FLETCHER (1551- ) [905]. Born 1551.
10 Richard FLETCHER ( - ) [906].
11 [unnamed person] ( - ) [907].
3 Ann PERROTT (1555?- ) [176]. Born 1555 (app). Died.
6 John PERROTT (SIR) (1508?-1583) [177]. Born 1508 (app). Died 1583.
Died in the Tower.
12 Thomas PERROTT (SIR) (1505- ) [179]. Born 1505. Died.
13 Mary BERKELEY (1480?- ) [180]. Born 1480 (app). Died.
7 Jane PRUET (Widow of Sir Lewis POLLARD) ( - ) [178]. Born. Died.
Margaret PIPARD ( - )
1 Margaret PIPARD ( - ) [610].
Edmund PLANTAGENET Of Woodstock KENT (1301- )
1 Edmund PLANTAGENET (1301- ) [1014]. Born 5 Aug 1301.
2 Edward 1 1 (1239-1307) [204]. Born 17 Jun 1239, Westminster, London, England. Marr MARGEURITE OF FRANCE 10 Sep 1299. Died 7 Jul 1307, Burgh-On-Sands, Cumberland, England.
He was buried on 28 Oct 1307 in Westminster, London, England. He was married to Queen of England, Castile ELEANOR in 1254.
Children were:
i. England Plantagenet JOAN was born in 1272 in Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. She died on 23 Apr 1307 in Clare, Suffolk, England.
ii. England MARGARET was born in 1275. She died in 1318.
iii. England Plantagenet ELIZABETH was born on 7 Aug 1282 in Rhuddlan Castle, Flint, WALES. She died on 5 May 1316 in Quendon, Essex, ENGLAND. She was buried on 23 May 1316 in Walden Abbey, Herts, England.
iv. King of England EDWARD II Plantagenet.
4 HENRY III (1207- ) [1008]. Born 1 Oct 1207, Winchester.
5 Eleanor of PROVENCE (1217- ) [1009]. Born 1217.
3 MARGEURITE OF FRANCE (1279- ) [1012]. Born 1279.
Sources
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Eleanor PLANTAGENET ( - )
1 Eleanor PLANTAGENET ( - ) [530].
2 Henry II of ENGLAND ( - ) [531].
3 Eleanor of AQUITAINE ( - ) [532].
ELIZABETH PLANTAGENET (1282-1316)
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| Mother: Eleanor OF CASTILLE, Eleonor of Castille | |
1 ELIZABETH PLANTAGENET 1 (1282-1316) [312]. Born 7 Aug 1282, Rhuddlan Castle, Flint, WALES. Died 5 May 1316, Quendon, Essex, ENGLAND.
2 Edward 1 1 (1239-1307) [204]. Born 17 Jun 1239, Westminster, London, England. Marr MARGEURITE OF FRANCE 10 Sep 1299. Died 7 Jul 1307, Burgh-On-Sands, Cumberland, England.
He was buried on 28 Oct 1307 in Westminster, London, England. He was married to Queen of England, Castile ELEANOR in 1254.
Children were:
i. England Plantagenet JOAN was born in 1272 in Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. She died on 23 Apr 1307 in Clare, Suffolk, England.
ii. England MARGARET was born in 1275. She died in 1318.
iii. England Plantagenet ELIZABETH was born on 7 Aug 1282 in Rhuddlan Castle, Flint, WALES. She died on 5 May 1316 in Quendon, Essex, ENGLAND. She was buried on 23 May 1316 in Walden Abbey, Herts, England.
iv. King of England EDWARD II Plantagenet.
4 HENRY III (1207- ) [1008]. Born 1 Oct 1207, Winchester.
5 Eleanor of PROVENCE (1217- ) [1009]. Born 1217.
3 Eleanor OF CASTILLE 1 (1241-1290) [195]. Born 1241, Castile, Spain. Died 25 Nov 1290, Harby, Near Lincoln.
Eleanor of Castile was the first queen consort of Edward I of England. She was also Countess of Ponthieu in her own right from 1279 until her death in 1290, succeeding her mother and ruling together with her husband.
Edward married Eleanor at Las Huelgas in Spain (October 1254) and then traveled to Bordeaux to organize his scattered appanage.
Upon her death, Edward erected the famous Eleanor Crosses--several of which still stand--at each place where her coffin rested on its way to London. The best known are at Banbury and Charring (London).
6 Saint FERDINAND III (1199-1252) [454]. Born 5 Aug 1199. Marr Joan of DAMMARTIN. Died 30 May 1252.
King of Castile from 1217 and King of Galicia and León from 1230.
12 Alfonso IX of LEÓN (1171-1230?) [597]. Born 15 Aug 1171. Died 23 Sep 1230 (app).
Was king of León and Galicia from the death of his father Ferdinand II in 1188 until his own death. According to Ibn Khaldun, he is said to have been called the Baboso or Slobberer because he was subject to fits of rage during which he foamed at the mouth.
13 Dońa BERENGUELA (1180-1246) [457]. Born 1180. Marr Alfonso IX FERNANDEZ 1197. Died 8 Nov 1246.
7 Joan of DAMMARTIN (1200?-1279) [455]. Born 1200 (app). Died 16 Mar 1279, Abbeville.
14 Simon of DAMMARTIN (1180-1239) [595]. Born 1180. Died 21 Sep 1239.
15 Marie of PONTHIEU (1199-1251) [596]. Born 17 Apr 1199. Died 1251.
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Henry PLANTAGENET 3rd Earl of Lancaster ( - )
1 Henry PLANTAGENET ( - ) [1022].
Joan PLANTAGENET ( - )
1 Joan PLANTAGENET ( - ) [1021].
2 Henry PLANTAGENET ( - ) [1022].
3 Matilda DE CHAWORTH ( - ) [1023].
6 Patrick DE CHAWORTH ( - ) [1024].
7 Isabel BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [1025].
Margaret PLANTAGENET (1321- )
1 Margaret Marshall PLANTAGENET (1321- ) [1016]. Born 1321.
2 Thomas PLANTAGENET (1300-1338) [1013]. Born 1 Jun 1300. Marr Alice HAYLES 1316. Died Aug 1338.
4 Edward 1 1 (1239-1307) [204]. Born 17 Jun 1239, Westminster, London, England. Marr MARGEURITE OF FRANCE 10 Sep 1299. Died 7 Jul 1307, Burgh-On-Sands, Cumberland, England.
He was buried on 28 Oct 1307 in Westminster, London, England. He was married to Queen of England, Castile ELEANOR in 1254.
Children were:
i. England Plantagenet JOAN was born in 1272 in Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. She died on 23 Apr 1307 in Clare, Suffolk, England.
ii. England MARGARET was born in 1275. She died in 1318.
iii. England Plantagenet ELIZABETH was born on 7 Aug 1282 in Rhuddlan Castle, Flint, WALES. She died on 5 May 1316 in Quendon, Essex, ENGLAND. She was buried on 23 May 1316 in Walden Abbey, Herts, England.
iv. King of England EDWARD II Plantagenet.
8 HENRY III (1207- ) [1008]. Born 1 Oct 1207, Winchester.
9 Eleanor of PROVENCE (1217- ) [1009]. Born 1217.
5 MARGEURITE OF FRANCE (1279- ) [1012]. Born 1279.
3 Alice HAYLES ( - ) [1015].
Sources
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Thomas PLANTAGENET Earl of Norfolk (1300-1338)
1 Thomas PLANTAGENET (1300-1338) [1013]. Born 1 Jun 1300. Marr Alice HAYLES 1316. Died Aug 1338.
2 Edward 1 1 (1239-1307) [204]. Born 17 Jun 1239, Westminster, London, England. Marr MARGEURITE OF FRANCE 10 Sep 1299. Died 7 Jul 1307, Burgh-On-Sands, Cumberland, England.
He was buried on 28 Oct 1307 in Westminster, London, England. He was married to Queen of England, Castile ELEANOR in 1254.
Children were:
i. England Plantagenet JOAN was born in 1272 in Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. She died on 23 Apr 1307 in Clare, Suffolk, England.
ii. England MARGARET was born in 1275. She died in 1318.
iii. England Plantagenet ELIZABETH was born on 7 Aug 1282 in Rhuddlan Castle, Flint, WALES. She died on 5 May 1316 in Quendon, Essex, ENGLAND. She was buried on 23 May 1316 in Walden Abbey, Herts, England.
iv. King of England EDWARD II Plantagenet.
4 HENRY III (1207- ) [1008]. Born 1 Oct 1207, Winchester.
5 Eleanor of PROVENCE (1217- ) [1009]. Born 1217.
3 MARGEURITE OF FRANCE (1279- ) [1012]. Born 1279.
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Frances PLAYER ( - )
1 Frances PLAYER ( - ) [1165].
Elizabeth POLLARD ( - )
1 Elizabeth POLLARD ( - ) [892].
2 Sir Lewis POLLARD (1465- ) [887]. Born 1465.
4 Robert POLLARD ( - ) [888].
3 Agnes EXTE ( - ) [889].
6 Thomas EXTE ( - ) [890].
7 [unnamed person] ( - ) [891].
Robert POLLARD ( - )
1 Robert POLLARD ( - ) [888].
Sir POLLARD (1465- )
1 Sir Lewis POLLARD (1465- ) [887]. Born 1465.
2 Robert POLLARD ( - ) [888].
Jane POLLARD) ( - )
1 Jane PRUET (Widow of Sir Lewis POLLARD) ( - ) [178]. Born. Died.
Marie PONTHIEU (1199-1251)
1 Marie of PONTHIEU (1199-1251) [596]. Born 17 Apr 1199. Died 1251.
Colin POSTLEWAIGHT ( - )
1 Colin George POSTLEWAIGHT ( - ) [755]. Marr Bridget Margaret WITHY 8 Sep 1962, Whakatane, New Zealand.
Doreen POUNTNEY ( - )
1 Doreen POUNTNEY ( - ) [36]. Born. Died.
John POWELL ( - )
1 John POWELL ( - ) [1050].
Maud POYNTZ ( - )
1 Maud POYNTZ ( - ) [999].
Eleanor PROVENCE (1217- )
1 Eleanor of PROVENCE (1217- ) [1009]. Born 1217.
Urraca QUEEN OF LEON ( - )
1 Urraca Affonsez QUEEN OF LEON ( - ) [459]. Marr Fernando II Alfonsez KING OF LEON. Died.
Anthony RAWLINSON ( - )
1 Anthony RAWLINSON 1 ( - ) [420]. Born. Died.
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Benjamin RAWLINSON ( - )
1 Benjamin Patrick RAWLINSON 1 ( - ) [423]. Born. Died.
2 Anthony RAWLINSON 1 ( - ) [420]. Born. Died.
3 Rachel Ann CROZIER-SHAW 1 ( - ) [419]. Born. Died.
6 Leslie CROZIER-SHAW 1 ( - ) [414]. Born. Marr Noel NELSON. Died.
7 Noel NELSON 1 (1930- ) [413]. Born 16 Dec 1930. Died.
14 John Stanley NELSON 1 ( - ) [403]. Born. Marr Margaret STANKLEY. Died.
15 Margaret STANKLEY 1 (1899-1891) [402]. Died 6 Apr 1891. Born 13 Sep 1899.
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Emily RAWLINSON ( - )
1 Emily Niamh RAWLINSON 1 ( - ) [422]. Born. Died.
2 Anthony RAWLINSON 1 ( - ) [420]. Born. Died.
3 Rachel Ann CROZIER-SHAW 1 ( - ) [419]. Born. Died.
6 Leslie CROZIER-SHAW 1 ( - ) [414]. Born. Marr Noel NELSON. Died.
7 Noel NELSON 1 (1930- ) [413]. Born 16 Dec 1930. Died.
14 John Stanley NELSON 1 ( - ) [403]. Born. Marr Margaret STANKLEY. Died.
15 Margaret STANKLEY 1 (1899-1891) [402]. Died 6 Apr 1891. Born 13 Sep 1899.
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Rebecca RAWLINSON ( - )
1 Rebecca Ann RAWLINSON 1 ( - ) [421]. Born. Died.
2 Anthony RAWLINSON 1 ( - ) [420]. Born. Died.
3 Rachel Ann CROZIER-SHAW 1 ( - ) [419]. Born. Died.
6 Leslie CROZIER-SHAW 1 ( - ) [414]. Born. Marr Noel NELSON. Died.
7 Noel NELSON 1 (1930- ) [413]. Born 16 Dec 1930. Died.
14 John Stanley NELSON 1 ( - ) [403]. Born. Marr Margaret STANKLEY. Died.
15 Margaret STANKLEY 1 (1899-1891) [402]. Died 6 Apr 1891. Born 13 Sep 1899.
Sources
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Caroline REED (1856-1929)
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| Caroline REED, 1929, age 73, Charles and Caroline Mickle | |
1 Caroline REED 1 (1856-1929) [278]. Born 18 Sep 1856, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Charles MICKLE 13 Sep 1880, Saint Andrew's Church, Conway Street, Birkenhead, Cheshire. Died 18 Sep 1929, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
lived at 13 bath Street, Bristol.
2 Henry Reed ( - ) [647].
5 Charlotte REED (1803- ) [646]. Born 1803, Taunton, S.
3 Ann BURNELL (1827- ) [489]. Born 1827, Bridgwater, Somerset.
In 1852, lived at 19, West Street, Clifton, Bristol - Occupation iwas Booksellers
1861 census, lived at: 13, Bath Street, Temple, Bristol - Occupation is: Stationer - born At Sea
1871 census - Lived at 13 Bath Street, Bristol.
6 James BURNELL (1791- ) [681]. Born 1791. Marr Elizabeth CLOWTER 19 Jun 1821, Bridgwater.
Parish records indicate a burial for James Hill BURNELL, at Sampford Brett, in Somerset.
7 Elizabeth CLOWTER ( - ) [683].
Sources
| 1 | Grave stone |
Charlotte REED (1803- )
1 Charlotte REED (1803- ) [646]. Born 1803, Taunton, S.
Charlotte REED (1850?- )
1 Charlotte Matilda REED (1850?- ) [490]. Born 1850 (app), Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester.
2 Henry Reed ( - ) [647].
5 Charlotte REED (1803- ) [646]. Born 1803, Taunton, S.
3 Ann BURNELL (1827- ) [489]. Born 1827, Bridgwater, Somerset.
In 1852, lived at 19, West Street, Clifton, Bristol - Occupation iwas Booksellers
1861 census, lived at: 13, Bath Street, Temple, Bristol - Occupation is: Stationer - born At Sea
1871 census - Lived at 13 Bath Street, Bristol.
6 James BURNELL (1791- ) [681]. Born 1791. Marr Elizabeth CLOWTER 19 Jun 1821, Bridgwater.
Parish records indicate a burial for James Hill BURNELL, at Sampford Brett, in Somerset.
7 Elizabeth CLOWTER ( - ) [683].
Elizabeth REED (1857- )
1 Elizabeth Ann REED (1857- ) [644]. Born 1857, Bristol, Gloucester.
2 Henry Reed ( - ) [647].
5 Charlotte REED (1803- ) [646]. Born 1803, Taunton, S.
3 Ann BURNELL (1827- ) [489]. Born 1827, Bridgwater, Somerset.
In 1852, lived at 19, West Street, Clifton, Bristol - Occupation iwas Booksellers
1861 census, lived at: 13, Bath Street, Temple, Bristol - Occupation is: Stationer - born At Sea
1871 census - Lived at 13 Bath Street, Bristol.
6 James BURNELL (1791- ) [681]. Born 1791. Marr Elizabeth CLOWTER 19 Jun 1821, Bridgwater.
Parish records indicate a burial for James Hill BURNELL, at Sampford Brett, in Somerset.
7 Elizabeth CLOWTER ( - ) [683].
Frederick REED (1859- )
1 Frederick John REED (1859- ) [645]. Born 1859, Bristol, Gloucester.
2 Henry Reed ( - ) [647].
5 Charlotte REED (1803- ) [646]. Born 1803, Taunton, S.
3 Ann BURNELL (1827- ) [489]. Born 1827, Bridgwater, Somerset.
In 1852, lived at 19, West Street, Clifton, Bristol - Occupation iwas Booksellers
1861 census, lived at: 13, Bath Street, Temple, Bristol - Occupation is: Stationer - born At Sea
1871 census - Lived at 13 Bath Street, Bristol.
6 James BURNELL (1791- ) [681]. Born 1791. Marr Elizabeth CLOWTER 19 Jun 1821, Bridgwater.
Parish records indicate a burial for James Hill BURNELL, at Sampford Brett, in Somerset.
7 Elizabeth CLOWTER ( - ) [683].
Henry REED (1852- )
1 Henry Abraham REED (1852- ) [643]. Born 25 Jan 1852, 19, West Street, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester.
2 Henry Reed ( - ) [647].
5 Charlotte REED (1803- ) [646]. Born 1803, Taunton, S.
3 Ann BURNELL (1827- ) [489]. Born 1827, Bridgwater, Somerset.
In 1852, lived at 19, West Street, Clifton, Bristol - Occupation iwas Booksellers
1861 census, lived at: 13, Bath Street, Temple, Bristol - Occupation is: Stationer - born At Sea
1871 census - Lived at 13 Bath Street, Bristol.
6 James BURNELL (1791- ) [681]. Born 1791. Marr Elizabeth CLOWTER 19 Jun 1821, Bridgwater.
Parish records indicate a burial for James Hill BURNELL, at Sampford Brett, in Somerset.
7 Elizabeth CLOWTER ( - ) [683].
Arthur RENDALL ( - )
1 Arthur RENDALL ( - ) [760].
Margaret RENDALL (1910-1999)
1 Margaret (Rita) RENDALL (1910-1999) [759]. Born 23 Dec 1910, Cambridge, NZ. Marr Rupert WITHY 14 Aug 1940, Whakatane, New Zealand. Died 17 Nov 1999, Whakatane, New Zealand.
2 Arthur RENDALL ( - ) [760].
3 Florence O`KEEFE ( - ) [761].
Emma REYNOLDS (1820- )
1 Emma REYNOLDS (1820- ) [515]. Born 1820, Aston, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Marr John GRAY 1843, Birmingham.
Evelyn RICHARDSON (1903-1991)
1 Evelyn Jessie RICHARDSON (1903-1991) [350]. Born 10 Aug 1903. Marr Charles Edward STANKLEY. Died 25 Oct 1991.
Mary RING ( - )
1 Mary RING ( - ) [1068].
Gwyneth ROBERTS ( - )
1 Gwyneth ROBERTS 1 ( - ) [448]. Born. Marr Vivian WITHY. Died.
Sources
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Norman ROBERTS ( -1984)
1 Norman ROBERTS ( -1984) [290]. Born. Died 1984.
Daphne ROGERS (1940- )
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| Daphne W ROGERS, Daphne | |
1 Daphne W ROGERS (1940- ) [203]. Born 1940, Dartford. Marr Eric J HOPKINS 1962, Sidcup, Kent. Died.
Thomas ROS (1406-1430)
1 Thomas de ROS (1406-1430) [631]. Born 26 Sep 1406. Died 18 Aug 1430.
Percy RUMBLE ( - )
1 Percy William RUMBLE ( - ) [161]. Born. Died.
Maud SAINT-HILAIRE ( - )
1 Maud de SAINT-HILAIRE ( - ) [589].
Daisy SALISBURY (1899-1977)
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| Daisy SALISBURY, Daisy | |
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| Father: Thomas John WORRALL, T J Worrall | |
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| Mother: Mary Helen SALISBURY, M E Salisbury | |
1 Daisy SALISBURY (1899-1977) [198]. Born 17 Jun 1899, Manchester (Union Workhouse, Salford). Marr Henry HOPKINS 1933 (app), Dartford. Died 1977, Dover, Kent.
In 1911 census, was shown as Salisbury - age 6; Mother Mary Ellen married Thomas 2 years earlier (in 1909)
in 1901 census, Daisy Salisbury (born in Salford, Lancashire) and Harry Salisbury (born in Chester, Cheshire) are shown as Boarders with Robert and HarriettTurner, at 14, Harriet Street, Broughton, Lancashire.
2 Thomas John WORRALL (1881- ) [43]. Born 6 Sep 1881, Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 16 Oct 1881, Plemstall Parish, Chester. Rector - Thomas Lowe. Marr Mary Helen SALISBURY 23 Feb 1909, Chester, Cheshire. Died.
Builder's Labourer (unemployed) in 1911 census, living at 3 Farm Buildings Tarvin Road Chester
In 1901 census, was an Iron Works Labourer
In 1891 Census, living at: 14, Cross Street, Chester (Thos Jno).
4 William WORRALL (1855?- ) [493]. Born 1855 (app), Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 19 Sep 1855, Saint Peter, Plemstall (Plemonstall) Chester, Cheshire. Mickle Trafford.
In 1881 Census, lived at: Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1891 census, lived at 14, Cross Street, Chester (recorded as Willm & Eliz)
In 1901 census, lived at 10, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester.
8 James WORRALL (1821- ) [513]. Born 1821, Frodsham, Cheshire. Marr Mary MOTTRAM 29 Dec 1845.
In 1881 Census, lived at; Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1841 census, James and John Worrall (both aged 20 - note that ages were rounded down and 20-24 were recorded as 20) worked as agricultural Labourers, living at: Holme House, Ince
In 1871 Census, listed as Warral.
9 Mary MOTTRAM (1826- ) [514]. Born 1826, Hoole, Cheshire. Christened 5 Mar 1826, Plemstall Parish, Chester.
5 Elizabeth WRIGHT (1858?- ) [509]. Born 1858 (app), Flintshire, Spon Green.
may be Elizabeth Wright - married in 1880 (Oct - Dec)
In 1861 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Daughter age 3 - Born 1858, in Bistre, Flintshire
In 1871 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Servant age 13 Born 1858, in Flintshire
In 1901 cencus, shown as born in Buckley, Lancashire.
3 Mary Helen SALISBURY (1871?- ) [44]. Born 1871 (app), Huntington. Died.
Is it Ellen or Hellen? In 1891 census, was visiting the Ward family,
6 John SALISBURY (1849?-bef1909) [495]. Born 1849 (app), Huntingdon, Cheshire. Died bef Feb 1909.
In 1881 census, Jno (John) Salisbury - Farm labourer, living at: 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton
In 1891 census, Waggoner - living at: 104, Christleton Road, Chester.
7 Mary (1850- ) [496]. Born 1850, Conway, Caernarvonshire, Wales.
from 1881 census, lived at 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton.
Elizabeth SALISBURY (1872?- )
1 Elizabeth J SALISBURY (1872?- ) [498]. Born 1872 (app), Huntingdon, Cheshire.
2 John SALISBURY (1849?-bef1909) [495]. Born 1849 (app), Huntingdon, Cheshire. Died bef Feb 1909.
In 1881 census, Jno (John) Salisbury - Farm labourer, living at: 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton
In 1891 census, Waggoner - living at: 104, Christleton Road, Chester.
3 Mary (1850- ) [496]. Born 1850, Conway, Caernarvonshire, Wales.
from 1881 census, lived at 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton.
Fanny SALISBURY (1875?- )
1 Fanny SALISBURY (1875?- ) [494]. Born 1875 (app), Guilden Sutton.
details from 1901 census - Fanny Salisbury, Servant, living with the DONALD family (Dispensing Chemist) at 2 Bridge Street, Chester
Details from 1911 census - Lived with her Sister, Mary Ellen Worrall (Salisbury) at 3 Farm Buildings Tarvin Road Chester.
2 John SALISBURY (1849?-bef1909) [495]. Born 1849 (app), Huntingdon, Cheshire. Died bef Feb 1909.
In 1881 census, Jno (John) Salisbury - Farm labourer, living at: 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton
In 1891 census, Waggoner - living at: 104, Christleton Road, Chester.
3 Mary (1850- ) [496]. Born 1850, Conway, Caernarvonshire, Wales.
from 1881 census, lived at 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton.
John SALISBURY (1849?-bef1909)
1 John SALISBURY (1849?-bef1909) [495]. Born 1849 (app), Huntingdon, Cheshire. Died bef Feb 1909.
In 1881 census, Jno (John) Salisbury - Farm labourer, living at: 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton
In 1891 census, Waggoner - living at: 104, Christleton Road, Chester.
John SALISBURY (1894?- )
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| Father: Thomas John WORRALL, T J Worrall | |
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| Mother: Mary Helen SALISBURY, M E Salisbury | |
1 John Henry SALISBURY (1894?- ) [491]. Born 1894 (app), Chester.
2 Thomas John WORRALL (1881- ) [43]. Born 6 Sep 1881, Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 16 Oct 1881, Plemstall Parish, Chester. Rector - Thomas Lowe. Marr Mary Helen SALISBURY 23 Feb 1909, Chester, Cheshire. Died.
Builder's Labourer (unemployed) in 1911 census, living at 3 Farm Buildings Tarvin Road Chester
In 1901 census, was an Iron Works Labourer
In 1891 Census, living at: 14, Cross Street, Chester (Thos Jno).
4 William WORRALL (1855?- ) [493]. Born 1855 (app), Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 19 Sep 1855, Saint Peter, Plemstall (Plemonstall) Chester, Cheshire. Mickle Trafford.
In 1881 Census, lived at: Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1891 census, lived at 14, Cross Street, Chester (recorded as Willm & Eliz)
In 1901 census, lived at 10, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester.
8 James WORRALL (1821- ) [513]. Born 1821, Frodsham, Cheshire. Marr Mary MOTTRAM 29 Dec 1845.
In 1881 Census, lived at; Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1841 census, James and John Worrall (both aged 20 - note that ages were rounded down and 20-24 were recorded as 20) worked as agricultural Labourers, living at: Holme House, Ince
In 1871 Census, listed as Warral.
9 Mary MOTTRAM (1826- ) [514]. Born 1826, Hoole, Cheshire. Christened 5 Mar 1826, Plemstall Parish, Chester.
5 Elizabeth WRIGHT (1858?- ) [509]. Born 1858 (app), Flintshire, Spon Green.
may be Elizabeth Wright - married in 1880 (Oct - Dec)
In 1861 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Daughter age 3 - Born 1858, in Bistre, Flintshire
In 1871 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Servant age 13 Born 1858, in Flintshire
In 1901 cencus, shown as born in Buckley, Lancashire.
3 Mary Helen SALISBURY (1871?- ) [44]. Born 1871 (app), Huntington. Died.
Is it Ellen or Hellen? In 1891 census, was visiting the Ward family,
6 John SALISBURY (1849?-bef1909) [495]. Born 1849 (app), Huntingdon, Cheshire. Died bef Feb 1909.
In 1881 census, Jno (John) Salisbury - Farm labourer, living at: 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton
In 1891 census, Waggoner - living at: 104, Christleton Road, Chester.
7 Mary (1850- ) [496]. Born 1850, Conway, Caernarvonshire, Wales.
from 1881 census, lived at 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton.
John SALISBURY (1879?- )
1 John Henry SALISBURY (1879?- ) [497]. Born 1879 (app), Chester, Cheshire.
In 1901 census, there's a John Salisbury shown as a boarder, working as a Corn Miller's Labourer, living at: 26, North Street, Chester with William and Margaret Bartley
In 1911 census, was a Chemist errand boy - living at: 3 Farm Buildings Tarvin Road Chester.
2 John SALISBURY (1849?-bef1909) [495]. Born 1849 (app), Huntingdon, Cheshire. Died bef Feb 1909.
In 1881 census, Jno (John) Salisbury - Farm labourer, living at: 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton
In 1891 census, Waggoner - living at: 104, Christleton Road, Chester.
3 Mary (1850- ) [496]. Born 1850, Conway, Caernarvonshire, Wales.
from 1881 census, lived at 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton.
Mary SALISBURY (1871?- )
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1 Mary Helen SALISBURY (1871?- ) [44]. Born 1871 (app), Huntington. Marr Thomas John WORRALL 23 Feb 1909, Chester, Cheshire. Died.
Is it Ellen or Hellen? In 1891 census, was visiting the Ward family,
2 John SALISBURY (1849?-bef1909) [495]. Born 1849 (app), Huntingdon, Cheshire. Died bef Feb 1909.
In 1881 census, Jno (John) Salisbury - Farm labourer, living at: 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton
In 1891 census, Waggoner - living at: 104, Christleton Road, Chester.
3 Mary (1850- ) [496]. Born 1850, Conway, Caernarvonshire, Wales.
from 1881 census, lived at 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton.
Richard SALISBURY (1905- )
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1 Richard Hilton SALISBURY (1905- ) [197]. Born 1905, Manchester. Died.
In 1911 census, was shown as Salisbury - age 6; Mary Ellen married Thomas 2 years earlier (in 1909).
2 Thomas John WORRALL (1881- ) [43]. Born 6 Sep 1881, Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 16 Oct 1881, Plemstall Parish, Chester. Rector - Thomas Lowe. Marr Mary Helen SALISBURY 23 Feb 1909, Chester, Cheshire. Died.
Builder's Labourer (unemployed) in 1911 census, living at 3 Farm Buildings Tarvin Road Chester
In 1901 census, was an Iron Works Labourer
In 1891 Census, living at: 14, Cross Street, Chester (Thos Jno).
4 William WORRALL (1855?- ) [493]. Born 1855 (app), Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 19 Sep 1855, Saint Peter, Plemstall (Plemonstall) Chester, Cheshire. Mickle Trafford.
In 1881 Census, lived at: Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1891 census, lived at 14, Cross Street, Chester (recorded as Willm & Eliz)
In 1901 census, lived at 10, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester.
8 James WORRALL (1821- ) [513]. Born 1821, Frodsham, Cheshire. Marr Mary MOTTRAM 29 Dec 1845.
In 1881 Census, lived at; Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1841 census, James and John Worrall (both aged 20 - note that ages were rounded down and 20-24 were recorded as 20) worked as agricultural Labourers, living at: Holme House, Ince
In 1871 Census, listed as Warral.
9 Mary MOTTRAM (1826- ) [514]. Born 1826, Hoole, Cheshire. Christened 5 Mar 1826, Plemstall Parish, Chester.
5 Elizabeth WRIGHT (1858?- ) [509]. Born 1858 (app), Flintshire, Spon Green.
may be Elizabeth Wright - married in 1880 (Oct - Dec)
In 1861 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Daughter age 3 - Born 1858, in Bistre, Flintshire
In 1871 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Servant age 13 Born 1858, in Flintshire
In 1901 cencus, shown as born in Buckley, Lancashire.
3 Mary Helen SALISBURY (1871?- ) [44]. Born 1871 (app), Huntington. Died.
Is it Ellen or Hellen? In 1891 census, was visiting the Ward family,
6 John SALISBURY (1849?-bef1909) [495]. Born 1849 (app), Huntingdon, Cheshire. Died bef Feb 1909.
In 1881 census, Jno (John) Salisbury - Farm labourer, living at: 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton
In 1891 census, Waggoner - living at: 104, Christleton Road, Chester.
7 Mary (1850- ) [496]. Born 1850, Conway, Caernarvonshire, Wales.
from 1881 census, lived at 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton.
Dulcibella SAXBURY (1722?-1787)
1 Dulcibella SAXBURY (1722?-1787) [788]. Born 1722 (app). Christened 1772. Died 1787.
Elizabeth SEAGRAVE ( - )
1 Elizabeth SEAGRAVE ( - ) [1018]. Marr John MOWBRAY 1353.
2 John SEGRAVE ( - ) [1017].
3 Margaret Marshall PLANTAGENET (1321- ) [1016]. Born 1321.
6 Thomas PLANTAGENET (1300-1338) [1013]. Born 1 Jun 1300. Marr Alice HAYLES 1316. Died Aug 1338.
12 Edward 1 1 (1239-1307) [204]. Born 17 Jun 1239, Westminster, London, England. Marr MARGEURITE OF FRANCE 10 Sep 1299. Died 7 Jul 1307, Burgh-On-Sands, Cumberland, England.
He was buried on 28 Oct 1307 in Westminster, London, England. He was married to Queen of England, Castile ELEANOR in 1254.
Children were:
i. England Plantagenet JOAN was born in 1272 in Acre, Palestine, Holy Land. She died on 23 Apr 1307 in Clare, Suffolk, England.
ii. England MARGARET was born in 1275. She died in 1318.
iii. England Plantagenet ELIZABETH was born on 7 Aug 1282 in Rhuddlan Castle, Flint, WALES. She died on 5 May 1316 in Quendon, Essex, ENGLAND. She was buried on 23 May 1316 in Walden Abbey, Herts, England.
iv. King of England EDWARD II Plantagenet.
13 MARGEURITE OF FRANCE (1279- ) [1012]. Born 1279.
7 Alice HAYLES ( - ) [1015].
Sources
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John SEGRAVE Lord Segrave ( - )
1 John SEGRAVE ( - ) [1017].
Mary SENDALL ( - )
1 Mary SENDALL ( - ) [786].
Andrew SHARP (1950- )
1 Andrew SHARP (1950- ) [214]. Born 1950. Died.
2 John Duncan SHARP (1922- ) [213]. Born 1922. Died.
3 Joan WILSON (1923- ) [76]. Born 1923. Died.
6 John Wilfred (Uncle Jack) WILSON (1885-1954) [62]. Born 1885, Warwickshire. Died 1954.
12 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
13 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
7 Beatrice May (Trixie) ANDREWS (1888-1967) [73]. Born 1888. Died 1967.
John SHARP (1922- )
1 John Duncan SHARP (1922- ) [213]. Born 1922. Died.
Judy SHARP (1953- )
1 Judy SHARP (1953- ) [215]. Born 1953. Died.
2 John Duncan SHARP (1922- ) [213]. Born 1922. Died.
3 Joan WILSON (1923- ) [76]. Born 1923. Died.
6 John Wilfred (Uncle Jack) WILSON (1885-1954) [62]. Born 1885, Warwickshire. Died 1954.
12 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
13 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
7 Beatrice May (Trixie) ANDREWS (1888-1967) [73]. Born 1888. Died 1967.
Elizabeth SHIELD (1809- )
1 Elizabeth SHIELD (1809- ) [780]. Born 1809, Alderley, Gloucestershire. Marr George (junior 2) WITHY 12 May 1829, Portishead Quaker.
2 Henry SHIELD ( - ) [781]. Marr Mary 12 May 1829, Portishead Quaker.
3 Mary ( - ) [782].
Marriage witnesses: Woolen drapers of George/Lydia. Dau of Henry/Mary - Portishead Friends Meeting House, 11 St Mary’s Road, Portishead, Bristol, BS20 6QP.
Henry SHIELD ( - )
1 Henry SHIELD ( - ) [781]. Marr Mary 12 May 1829, Portishead Quaker.
Lydia SHIELD (1859- )
1 Lydia SHIELD (1859- ) [697]. Born 1859, Bristol, Gloucester.
2 William SHIELD (1817- ) [695]. Born 1817, Amesbury, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Ann ATREE 20 Aug 1843, Laughton street Chapel, Bedminster.
3 Mary Ann ATREE (1816-1870) [694]. Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Christened 2 Nov 1791. Born 1816. Died 22 Jan 1870, Bristol, Gloucestershire, England.
In 1851 census, lived at: 24, Picton Street, St James And St Paul, Bristol.
6 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
12 William ATTREE (1748?- ) [785]. Born 1748 (app). Christened 27 Dec 1748.
13 Mary SENDALL ( - ) [786].
7 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
14 Lloyd Daubeny (1748?-1816) [689]. Born 1748 (app). Died 6 May 1816.
15 Hannah Lee (1767?- ) [690]. Born 1767 (app). Christened 15 Mar 1767, Henbury.
Samuel SHIELD (1856- )
1 Samuel SHIELD (1856- ) [698]. Born 1856, Bristol, Gloucester.
2 William SHIELD (1817- ) [695]. Born 1817, Amesbury, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Ann ATREE 20 Aug 1843, Laughton street Chapel, Bedminster.
3 Mary Ann ATREE (1816-1870) [694]. Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Christened 2 Nov 1791. Born 1816. Died 22 Jan 1870, Bristol, Gloucestershire, England.
In 1851 census, lived at: 24, Picton Street, St James And St Paul, Bristol.
6 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
12 William ATTREE (1748?- ) [785]. Born 1748 (app). Christened 27 Dec 1748.
13 Mary SENDALL ( - ) [786].
7 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
14 Lloyd Daubeny (1748?-1816) [689]. Born 1748 (app). Died 6 May 1816.
15 Hannah Lee (1767?- ) [690]. Born 1767 (app). Christened 15 Mar 1767, Henbury.
Sarah SHIELD (1853- )
1 Sarah SHIELD (1853- ) [696]. Born 1853, Bristol, Gloucester.
2 William SHIELD (1817- ) [695]. Born 1817, Amesbury, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Ann ATREE 20 Aug 1843, Laughton street Chapel, Bedminster.
3 Mary Ann ATREE (1816-1870) [694]. Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Christened 2 Nov 1791. Born 1816. Died 22 Jan 1870, Bristol, Gloucestershire, England.
In 1851 census, lived at: 24, Picton Street, St James And St Paul, Bristol.
6 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
12 William ATTREE (1748?- ) [785]. Born 1748 (app). Christened 27 Dec 1748.
13 Mary SENDALL ( - ) [786].
7 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
14 Lloyd Daubeny (1748?-1816) [689]. Born 1748 (app). Died 6 May 1816.
15 Hannah Lee (1767?- ) [690]. Born 1767 (app). Christened 15 Mar 1767, Henbury.
William SHIELD (1817- )
1 William SHIELD (1817- ) [695]. Born 1817, Amesbury, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Ann ATREE 20 Aug 1843, Laughton street Chapel, Bedminster.
Alan SILVESTER ( - )
1 Alan Christopher SILVESTER ( - ) [765]. Marr Patricia May WITHY 12 Aug 1967, Matata, Whakatane.
Philip SILVESTER ( - )
1 Philip Joseph SILVESTER ( - ) [763]. Marr Dorothy Eunice WITHY 1 Jun 1963, Matata, Whakatane.
Elizabeth SIMEON ( - )
1 Elizabeth SIMEON ( - ) [947].
Edward SIMPSON ( - )
1 Edward SIMPSON ( - ) [1109].
2 William SIMPSON (1795-1866) [1053]. Born 24 Feb 1795, Castle Street, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Marr Hester WITHY 16 May 1825 (app). Died 19 May 1866, Melksham.
4 William Tully SIMPSON (1769-1808) [1112]. Born 1769. Marr Maria GUNDRY 11 Dec 1793, Calne. Died 11 Sep 1808, Melksham.
8 Robert SIMPSON ( - ) [1187].
9 Mary TULLY ( - ) [1188].
5 Maria GUNDRY (1764-1843) [1189]. Born 1764. Died 1843.
3 Hester WITHY (1795-1834) [114]. Born 25 Apr 1795, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 30 Mar 1834. Buried 6 Apr 1834, Melksham; Quaker cemetery King St, Wiltshire, England.
Unsure about DOB - may be 1804 ? (source Barbara & David Withy)
Hester Simpson, Melksham, Wilts. Aged 39 30 March 1834 Wife of Wm. Simpson, of Melksham. This beloved Friend was the daughter of George and Lydia Withy, of Melksham. Her mind was visited by her Heavenly Father's love in very early life; and there is good ground to believe, that she yielded to the regulating power thereof through life; and in the discharge of the duties devolving upon her as wife and parent, she was very exemplary. She bore a protracted and painful illness with great resignation to the Divine will, and peacefully departed, (as she expressed herself), "in full confidence in her Saviour;" in whom it is consolingly believed she was accepted.
Note from Salisbury and Winchester Journal - Salisbury,
Monday, May 16, 1825.- Married, Mr. Wm. Simpson, of Melksham, to Hester, daughter of Mr. Geo. Withy, of Downend (see: http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~dutillieul/ZOtherPapers /S&WJMay161825.html).
6 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
12 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
13 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
7 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
14 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
15 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
George SIMPSON ( - )
1 George SIMPSON ( - ) [1110].
2 William SIMPSON (1795-1866) [1053]. Born 24 Feb 1795, Castle Street, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Marr Hester WITHY 16 May 1825 (app). Died 19 May 1866, Melksham.
4 William Tully SIMPSON (1769-1808) [1112]. Born 1769. Marr Maria GUNDRY 11 Dec 1793, Calne. Died 11 Sep 1808, Melksham.
8 Robert SIMPSON ( - ) [1187].
9 Mary TULLY ( - ) [1188].
5 Maria GUNDRY (1764-1843) [1189]. Born 1764. Died 1843.
3 Hester WITHY (1795-1834) [114]. Born 25 Apr 1795, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 30 Mar 1834. Buried 6 Apr 1834, Melksham; Quaker cemetery King St, Wiltshire, England.
Unsure about DOB - may be 1804 ? (source Barbara & David Withy)
Hester Simpson, Melksham, Wilts. Aged 39 30 March 1834 Wife of Wm. Simpson, of Melksham. This beloved Friend was the daughter of George and Lydia Withy, of Melksham. Her mind was visited by her Heavenly Father's love in very early life; and there is good ground to believe, that she yielded to the regulating power thereof through life; and in the discharge of the duties devolving upon her as wife and parent, she was very exemplary. She bore a protracted and painful illness with great resignation to the Divine will, and peacefully departed, (as she expressed herself), "in full confidence in her Saviour;" in whom it is consolingly believed she was accepted.
Note from Salisbury and Winchester Journal - Salisbury,
Monday, May 16, 1825.- Married, Mr. Wm. Simpson, of Melksham, to Hester, daughter of Mr. Geo. Withy, of Downend (see: http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~dutillieul/ZOtherPapers /S&WJMay161825.html).
6 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
12 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
13 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
7 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
14 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
15 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
Kathleen SIMPSON ( - )
1 Kathleen SIMPSON ( - ) [165]. Born. Died.
Mary SIMPSON ( - )
1 Mary SIMPSON ( - ) [1111].
2 William SIMPSON (1795-1866) [1053]. Born 24 Feb 1795, Castle Street, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Marr Hester WITHY 16 May 1825 (app). Died 19 May 1866, Melksham.
4 William Tully SIMPSON (1769-1808) [1112]. Born 1769. Marr Maria GUNDRY 11 Dec 1793, Calne. Died 11 Sep 1808, Melksham.
8 Robert SIMPSON ( - ) [1187].
9 Mary TULLY ( - ) [1188].
5 Maria GUNDRY (1764-1843) [1189]. Born 1764. Died 1843.
3 Hester WITHY (1795-1834) [114]. Born 25 Apr 1795, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 30 Mar 1834. Buried 6 Apr 1834, Melksham; Quaker cemetery King St, Wiltshire, England.
Unsure about DOB - may be 1804 ? (source Barbara & David Withy)
Hester Simpson, Melksham, Wilts. Aged 39 30 March 1834 Wife of Wm. Simpson, of Melksham. This beloved Friend was the daughter of George and Lydia Withy, of Melksham. Her mind was visited by her Heavenly Father's love in very early life; and there is good ground to believe, that she yielded to the regulating power thereof through life; and in the discharge of the duties devolving upon her as wife and parent, she was very exemplary. She bore a protracted and painful illness with great resignation to the Divine will, and peacefully departed, (as she expressed herself), "in full confidence in her Saviour;" in whom it is consolingly believed she was accepted.
Note from Salisbury and Winchester Journal - Salisbury,
Monday, May 16, 1825.- Married, Mr. Wm. Simpson, of Melksham, to Hester, daughter of Mr. Geo. Withy, of Downend (see: http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~dutillieul/ZOtherPapers /S&WJMay161825.html).
6 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
12 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
13 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
7 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
14 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
15 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
Robert SIMPSON (1800-1874)
1 Robert SIMPSON (1800-1874) [1180]. Born 2 Mar 1800, Melksham. Died 3 Mar 1874, Melksham.
educated at sidcot School.
2 William Tully SIMPSON (1769-1808) [1112]. Born 1769. Marr Maria GUNDRY 11 Dec 1793, Calne. Died 11 Sep 1808, Melksham.
4 Robert SIMPSON ( - ) [1187].
5 Mary TULLY ( - ) [1188].
3 Maria GUNDRY (1764-1843) [1189]. Born 1764. Died 1843.
Robert SIMPSON ( - )
1 Robert SIMPSON ( - ) [1187].
Unknown SIMPSON ( - )
1 Unknown SIMPSON ( - ) [1179].
2 William SIMPSON (1795-1866) [1053]. Born 24 Feb 1795, Castle Street, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Marr Hester WITHY 16 May 1825 (app). Died 19 May 1866, Melksham.
4 William Tully SIMPSON (1769-1808) [1112]. Born 1769. Marr Maria GUNDRY 11 Dec 1793, Calne. Died 11 Sep 1808, Melksham.
8 Robert SIMPSON ( - ) [1187].
9 Mary TULLY ( - ) [1188].
5 Maria GUNDRY (1764-1843) [1189]. Born 1764. Died 1843.
3 Mary TYLER (1798- ) [1176]. Born 1798.
6 William TYLER ( - ) [1177].
7 Hannah HAYWARD ( - ) [1178].
William SIMPSON (1830- )
1 William SIMPSON (1830- ) [1183]. Born 1 May 1830, Melksham. Marr Jane Eliza BACKHOUSE 19 Aug 1862, Scarborough.
2 Robert SIMPSON (1800-1874) [1180]. Born 2 Mar 1800, Melksham. Died 3 Mar 1874, Melksham.
educated at sidcot School.
4 William Tully SIMPSON (1769-1808) [1112]. Born 1769. Marr Maria GUNDRY 11 Dec 1793, Calne. Died 11 Sep 1808, Melksham.
8 Robert SIMPSON ( - ) [1187].
9 Mary TULLY ( - ) [1188].
5 Maria GUNDRY (1764-1843) [1189]. Born 1764. Died 1843.
3 Emma TYLER (1800-1885) [1182]. Born 1800. Died 1885.
6 William TYLER ( - ) [1177].
7 Hannah HAYWARD ( - ) [1178].
William SIMPSON (1795-1866)
1 William SIMPSON (1795-1866) [1053]. Born 24 Feb 1795, Castle Street, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Marr Hester WITHY 16 May 1825 (app). Died 19 May 1866, Melksham.
2 William Tully SIMPSON (1769-1808) [1112]. Born 1769. Marr Maria GUNDRY 11 Dec 1793, Calne. Died 11 Sep 1808, Melksham.
4 Robert SIMPSON ( - ) [1187].
5 Mary TULLY ( - ) [1188].
3 Maria GUNDRY (1764-1843) [1189]. Born 1764. Died 1843.
William SIMPSON (1834?-1834?)
1 William Henry SIMPSON (1834?-1834?) [1113]. Born 1834 (app). Died 1834 (app). Buried 1 Feb 1834, Flax Bourton.
2 William SIMPSON (1795-1866) [1053]. Born 24 Feb 1795, Castle Street, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Marr Hester WITHY 16 May 1825 (app). Died 19 May 1866, Melksham.
4 William Tully SIMPSON (1769-1808) [1112]. Born 1769. Marr Maria GUNDRY 11 Dec 1793, Calne. Died 11 Sep 1808, Melksham.
8 Robert SIMPSON ( - ) [1187].
9 Mary TULLY ( - ) [1188].
5 Maria GUNDRY (1764-1843) [1189]. Born 1764. Died 1843.
3 Hester WITHY (1795-1834) [114]. Born 25 Apr 1795, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 30 Mar 1834. Buried 6 Apr 1834, Melksham; Quaker cemetery King St, Wiltshire, England.
Unsure about DOB - may be 1804 ? (source Barbara & David Withy)
Hester Simpson, Melksham, Wilts. Aged 39 30 March 1834 Wife of Wm. Simpson, of Melksham. This beloved Friend was the daughter of George and Lydia Withy, of Melksham. Her mind was visited by her Heavenly Father's love in very early life; and there is good ground to believe, that she yielded to the regulating power thereof through life; and in the discharge of the duties devolving upon her as wife and parent, she was very exemplary. She bore a protracted and painful illness with great resignation to the Divine will, and peacefully departed, (as she expressed herself), "in full confidence in her Saviour;" in whom it is consolingly believed she was accepted.
Note from Salisbury and Winchester Journal - Salisbury,
Monday, May 16, 1825.- Married, Mr. Wm. Simpson, of Melksham, to Hester, daughter of Mr. Geo. Withy, of Downend (see: http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~dutillieul/ZOtherPapers /S&WJMay161825.html).
6 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
12 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
13 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
7 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
14 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
15 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
William SIMPSON (1769-1808)
1 William Tully SIMPSON (1769-1808) [1112]. Born 1769. Marr Maria GUNDRY 11 Dec 1793, Calne. Died 11 Sep 1808, Melksham.
2 Robert SIMPSON ( - ) [1187].
3 Mary TULLY ( - ) [1188].
SLATER ( - )
1 SLATER ( - ) [1108].
2 Thomas SLATER (1898-1972) [1103]. Born 21 Sep 1898, Tean, Staffs, England. Marr Dorothy Helen MOLONY 15 Aug 1928, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 22 Apr 1972, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
4 William SLATER ( - ) [1104].
5 Sarah BROWN ( - ) [1105].
3 Dorothy Helen MOLONY (1906-1995) [1083]. Born 9 Oct 1906, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 13 Jul 1995, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
6 Arthur James MOLONY (1862-1934) [1078]. Born 30 Jul 1862, Falkland Islands, British Colony. Marr Gertrude Amy TANNER 19 Oct 1898, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 16 Oct 1934, Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
12 John Sharman MOLONY ( - ) [1079].
13 Rosa WOOD ( - ) [1080].
7 Gertrude Amy TANNER (1871-1918) [1077]. Born 21 Jul 1871, Bristol, England. Died 12 Jun 1918, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
14 James TANNER (1836-1897) [1062]. Born 8 Mar 1836, Portishead, Somerset. Marr Gertrude Mary HINGSTON 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 13 Dec 1897, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
15 Gertrude Mary HINGSTON (1840-1933) [1066]. Born 25 Aug 1840, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Died 1 Dec 1933, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
SLATER ( - )
1 SLATER ( - ) [1107].
2 Thomas SLATER (1898-1972) [1103]. Born 21 Sep 1898, Tean, Staffs, England. Marr Dorothy Helen MOLONY 15 Aug 1928, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 22 Apr 1972, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
4 William SLATER ( - ) [1104].
5 Sarah BROWN ( - ) [1105].
3 Dorothy Helen MOLONY (1906-1995) [1083]. Born 9 Oct 1906, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 13 Jul 1995, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
6 Arthur James MOLONY (1862-1934) [1078]. Born 30 Jul 1862, Falkland Islands, British Colony. Marr Gertrude Amy TANNER 19 Oct 1898, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 16 Oct 1934, Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
12 John Sharman MOLONY ( - ) [1079].
13 Rosa WOOD ( - ) [1080].
7 Gertrude Amy TANNER (1871-1918) [1077]. Born 21 Jul 1871, Bristol, England. Died 12 Jun 1918, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
14 James TANNER (1836-1897) [1062]. Born 8 Mar 1836, Portishead, Somerset. Marr Gertrude Mary HINGSTON 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 13 Dec 1897, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
15 Gertrude Mary HINGSTON (1840-1933) [1066]. Born 25 Aug 1840, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Died 1 Dec 1933, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
SLATER ( - )
1 SLATER ( - ) [1106].
2 Thomas SLATER (1898-1972) [1103]. Born 21 Sep 1898, Tean, Staffs, England. Marr Dorothy Helen MOLONY 15 Aug 1928, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 22 Apr 1972, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
4 William SLATER ( - ) [1104].
5 Sarah BROWN ( - ) [1105].
3 Dorothy Helen MOLONY (1906-1995) [1083]. Born 9 Oct 1906, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 13 Jul 1995, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
6 Arthur James MOLONY (1862-1934) [1078]. Born 30 Jul 1862, Falkland Islands, British Colony. Marr Gertrude Amy TANNER 19 Oct 1898, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 16 Oct 1934, Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty, Auckland, New Zealand.
12 John Sharman MOLONY ( - ) [1079].
13 Rosa WOOD ( - ) [1080].
7 Gertrude Amy TANNER (1871-1918) [1077]. Born 21 Jul 1871, Bristol, England. Died 12 Jun 1918, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
14 James TANNER (1836-1897) [1062]. Born 8 Mar 1836, Portishead, Somerset. Marr Gertrude Mary HINGSTON 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 13 Dec 1897, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
15 Gertrude Mary HINGSTON (1840-1933) [1066]. Born 25 Aug 1840, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Died 1 Dec 1933, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
Thomas SLATER (1898-1972)
1 Thomas SLATER (1898-1972) [1103]. Born 21 Sep 1898, Tean, Staffs, England. Marr Dorothy Helen MOLONY 15 Aug 1928, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 22 Apr 1972, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
2 William SLATER ( - ) [1104].
3 Sarah BROWN ( - ) [1105].
William SLATER ( - )
1 William SLATER ( - ) [1104].
Alison SMITH ( - )
1 Alison Anne SMITH ( - ) [774].
2 Ivan Maskell WITHY (1899-1986) [716]. Born 15 May 1899, Taneatua, BOP, New Zealand. Marr Olive Hilda SMITH (nee Stephenson) 26 Oct 1968, Whakatane, New Zealand. Died 17 Oct 1986, Whakatane, New Zealand.
NZ Reg no. 1899/5002.
4 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
8 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
9 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
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3 Olive Hilda SMITH (nee Stephenson) (1905-1977) [741]. Born 25 Feb 1905. Died 17 Apr 1977, Takapuna, Auckland, NZ.
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NZ Reg no. 1899/5002.
4 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
8 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
9 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
5 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
3 Olive Hilda SMITH (nee Stephenson) (1905-1977) [741]. Born 25 Feb 1905. Died 17 Apr 1977, Takapuna, Auckland, NZ.
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NZ Reg no. 1899/5002.
4 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
8 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
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5 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
3 Olive Hilda SMITH (nee Stephenson) (1905-1977) [741]. Born 25 Feb 1905. Died 17 Apr 1977, Takapuna, Auckland, NZ.
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8 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
5 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
3 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Elizabeth STANKLEY (1832-1832)
1 Elizabeth STANKLEY 1 (1832-1832) [388]. Born 4 Mar 1832. Died 21 Nov 1832.
2 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
4 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Mary FORSTER ( - ) [379]. Born. Died.
5 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
3 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
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Elizabeth STANKLEY ( - )
1 Elizabeth STANKLEY ( - ) [411]. Born. Died.
2 Alan Fenwick STANKLEY 1 ( - ) [406]. Born. Marr Ethel Theresa CUMMINS. Died.
4 Robert Mutter STANKLEY 1 (1870-1963) [397]. Born 5 Mar 1870. Died 1963.
8 Edward STANKLEY 1 (1839-1928) [394]. Born 19 Aug 1839. Marr Mary Ann BARRON. Died 1928.
9 Mary Ann BARRON 1 ( -1908) [396]. Born. Died 25 Sep 1908.
5 Elizabeth Ann EMERSON 1 ( - ) [401]. Born. Died.
3 Ethel Theresa CUMMINS 1 ( - ) [408]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Elizabeth STANKLEY (1890-1934)
| Elizabeth Alma STANKLEY, 1956, age 66, GW&MG_MS | |
1 Elizabeth Alma STANKLEY 1 (1890-1934) [162]. Born 1890. Died 28 Jan 1934, Birkenhead General Hospital.
Second wife of George Withy (B 10.01.1886) (see Marriage Certificate). The sister of Sarah Alice Stankley, his first wife. Elizabeth Alma died in 1934 (See death certificate).
2 James STANKLEY (1854- ) [274]. Born 5 May 1854. Died.
4 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
8 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
9 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
5 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
3 Jane Ann (Jennie) SWALWELL ( - ) [275]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Elizabeth STANKLEY (1926-1928)
1 Elizabeth Ann STANKLEY (1926-1928) [354]. Born 4 May 1926. Died 21 Jan 1928.
2 John James STANKLEY (1888-1954) [341]. Born 8 Sep 1888. Died 6 Mar 1954.
4 John George STANKLEY (1858-1919) [327]. Born 25 Jul 1858. Marr Elizabeth NEWTON. Died 1 Nov 1919.
8 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
9 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
5 Elizabeth NEWTON 1 (1869- ) [338]. Born 23 Jul 1869. Died.
3 Christina Lily GREAVES (1891-1977) [342]. Born 21 Dec 1891. Died 26 May 1977.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Elizabeth STANKLEY (1929- )
1 Elizabeth Annie STANKLEY (1929- ) [352]. Born 3 Mar 1929. Marr Kenneth Lewis LOWETH. Died.
2 John James STANKLEY (1888-1954) [341]. Born 8 Sep 1888. Died 6 Mar 1954.
4 John George STANKLEY (1858-1919) [327]. Born 25 Jul 1858. Marr Elizabeth NEWTON. Died 1 Nov 1919.
8 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
9 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
5 Elizabeth NEWTON 1 (1869- ) [338]. Born 23 Jul 1869. Died.
3 Christina Lily GREAVES (1891-1977) [342]. Born 21 Dec 1891. Died 26 May 1977.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Elizabeth STANKLEY (1895- )
1 Elizabeth Newton STANKLEY (1895- ) [346]. Born 18 Oct 1895. Marr Herbert DAVIS. Died.
2 John George STANKLEY (1858-1919) [327]. Born 25 Jul 1858. Marr Elizabeth NEWTON. Died 1 Nov 1919.
4 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
8 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
9 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
5 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
3 Elizabeth NEWTON 1 (1869- ) [338]. Born 23 Jul 1869. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Eva STANKLEY (1899-1999?)
1 Eva STANKLEY 1 (1899-1999?) [424]. Born 1899. Died 1999 (app).
2 Robert Blackett STANKLEY 1 (1865- ) [333]. Born 1865. Died.
4 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
8 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
9 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
5 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
3 Mary Elizabeth HODGSON ( - ) [336]. Born. Died.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
James STANKLEY (1854- )
1 James STANKLEY (1854- ) [274]. Born 5 May 1854. Died.
2 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
4 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
8 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
5 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
3 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
James STANKLEY (1825-1889)
1 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
2 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
4 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Mary FORSTER ( - ) [379]. Born. Died.
5 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
3 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
James STANKLEY (1803-1847)
1 James STANKLEY 1 (1803-1847) [384]. Born 7 Sep 1803. Died 15 Aug 1847.
2 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
5 Mary FORSTER ( - ) [379]. Born. Died.
3 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
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James STANKLEY (1768-1841)
1 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
3 Mary FORSTER ( - ) [379]. Born. Died.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
James STANKLEY (1887- )
1 James Edward STANKLEY 1 (1887- ) [319]. Born 1887. Died.
2 James STANKLEY (1854- ) [274]. Born 5 May 1854. Died.
4 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
8 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
9 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
5 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
3 Jane Ann (Jennie) SWALWELL ( - ) [275]. Born. Died.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Jane STANKLEY (1770- )
1 Jane STANKLEY 1 (1770- ) [376]. Born 1770. Died.
3 Mary FORSTER ( - ) [379]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Jennifer STANKLEY (1931- )
1 Jennifer STANKLEY (1931- ) [351]. Born 25 Aug 1931. Died.
2 Charles Edward STANKLEY (1900-1963) [349]. Born 4 May 1900. Marr Evelyn Jessie RICHARDSON. Died 9 Oct 1963.
4 John George STANKLEY (1858-1919) [327]. Born 25 Jul 1858. Marr Elizabeth NEWTON. Died 1 Nov 1919.
8 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
9 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
5 Elizabeth NEWTON 1 (1869- ) [338]. Born 23 Jul 1869. Died.
3 Evelyn Jessie RICHARDSON (1903-1991) [350]. Born 10 Aug 1903. Died 25 Oct 1991.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
John STANKLEY (1850-1852)
1 John STANKLEY (1850-1852) [325]. Born 9 Jan 1850. Died 1852.
2 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
4 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
8 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
5 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
3 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
John STANKLEY (1822-1842)
1 John STANKLEY 1 (1822-1842) [387]. Born 3 Oct 1822. Died 21 Nov 1842.
2 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
4 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Mary FORSTER ( - ) [379]. Born. Died.
5 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
3 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
John STANKLEY (1792-1813)
1 John STANKLEY 1 (1792-1813) [382]. Born 1792. Died 1813.
2 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
5 Mary FORSTER ( - ) [379]. Born. Died.
3 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
John STANKLEY (1774- )
1 John STANKLEY 1 (1774- ) [377]. Born 1774. Died.
3 Mary FORSTER ( - ) [379]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
John STANKLEY (1736- )
1 John STANKLEY (1736- ) [378]. Born 1736. Died.
2 Nicholas STANKLEY ( - ) [380]. Born. Died.
3 Alice ??? ( -1781) [381]. Born. Died 1781.
John STANKLEY (1923-1982)
1 John Edward STANKLEY (1923-1982) [356]. Born 19 Aug 1923. Died 6 Mar 1982.
2 John James STANKLEY (1888-1954) [341]. Born 8 Sep 1888. Died 6 Mar 1954.
4 John George STANKLEY (1858-1919) [327]. Born 25 Jul 1858. Marr Elizabeth NEWTON. Died 1 Nov 1919.
8 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
9 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
5 Elizabeth NEWTON 1 (1869- ) [338]. Born 23 Jul 1869. Died.
3 Christina Lily GREAVES (1891-1977) [342]. Born 21 Dec 1891. Died 26 May 1977.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
John STANKLEY (1858-1919)
1 John George STANKLEY (1858-1919) [327]. Born 25 Jul 1858. Marr Elizabeth NEWTON. Died 1 Nov 1919.
2 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
4 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
8 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
5 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
3 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
John STANKLEY (1888-1954)
1 John James STANKLEY (1888-1954) [341]. Born 8 Sep 1888. Died 6 Mar 1954.
2 John George STANKLEY (1858-1919) [327]. Born 25 Jul 1858. Marr Elizabeth NEWTON. Died 1 Nov 1919.
4 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
8 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
9 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
5 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
3 Elizabeth NEWTON 1 (1869- ) [338]. Born 23 Jul 1869. Died.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Margaret STANKLEY (1899-1891)
1 Margaret STANKLEY 1 (1899-1891) [402]. Died 6 Apr 1891. Born 13 Sep 1899. Marr John Stanley NELSON.
2 Robert Mutter STANKLEY 1 (1870-1963) [397]. Born 5 Mar 1870. Died 1963.
4 Edward STANKLEY 1 (1839-1928) [394]. Born 19 Aug 1839. Marr Mary Ann BARRON. Died 1928.
8 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
9 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
5 Mary Ann BARRON 1 ( -1908) [396]. Born. Died 25 Sep 1908.
3 Elizabeth Ann EMERSON 1 ( - ) [401]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Margaret STANKLEY (1800-1836?)
1 Margaret STANKLEY 1 (1800-1836?) [383]. Born 26 Dec 1800. Died 1836 (app).
2 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
5 Mary FORSTER ( - ) [379]. Born. Died.
3 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Margaret STANKLEY (1875-1972)
1 Margaret Ann STANKLEY 1 (1875-1972) [399]. Born 1875. Died 15 Jan 1972.
2 Edward STANKLEY 1 (1839-1928) [394]. Born 19 Aug 1839. Marr Mary Ann BARRON. Died 1928.
4 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
8 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
5 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
3 Mary Ann BARRON 1 ( -1908) [396]. Born. Died 25 Sep 1908.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Margaret STANKLEY (1867- )
1 Margaret Ann STANKLEY 1 (1867- ) [331]. Born 1867. Died.
2 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
4 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
8 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
5 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
3 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Margaret STANKLEY (1835-1888)
1 Margaret Jane STANKLEY 1 (1835-1888) [391]. Born 7 Sep 1835. Died 9 Jun 1888.
2 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
4 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Mary FORSTER ( - ) [379]. Born. Died.
5 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
3 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Mary STANKLEY (1848-1852)
1 Mary STANKLEY (1848-1852) [324]. Born 5 Jul 1848. Died 1852.
2 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
4 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
8 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
5 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
3 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Mary STANKLEY (1841-1842)
1 Mary STANKLEY (1841-1842) [395]. Born 6 May 1841. Died 12 Aug 1842.
2 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
4 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Mary FORSTER ( - ) [379]. Born. Died.
5 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
3 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Mary STANKLEY (1832-1832)
1 Mary STANKLEY 1 (1832-1832) [389]. Born 4 Mar 1832. Died 15 Nov 1832.
2 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
4 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Mary FORSTER ( - ) [379]. Born. Died.
5 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
3 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Mary STANKLEY (1797- )
1 Mary STANKLEY 1 (1797- ) [385]. Born 1797. Died.
2 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
5 Mary FORSTER ( - ) [379]. Born. Died.
3 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Mary STANKLEY (1897- )
1 Mary Amy STANKLEY (1897- ) [318]. Born 1897. Died.
2 James STANKLEY (1854- ) [274]. Born 5 May 1854. Died.
4 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
8 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
9 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
5 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
3 Jane Ann (Jennie) SWALWELL ( - ) [275]. Born. Died.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Mary STANKLEY (1877-1959)
1 Mary Florence Dora STANKLEY 1 (1877-1959) [400]. Born 1877. Died 13 May 1959.
2 Edward STANKLEY 1 (1839-1928) [394]. Born 19 Aug 1839. Marr Mary Ann BARRON. Died 1928.
4 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
8 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
5 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
3 Mary Ann BARRON 1 ( -1908) [396]. Born. Died 25 Sep 1908.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Mary STANKLEY (1870- )
1 Mary Jane STANKLEY 1 (1870- ) [330]. Born 1870. Died.
2 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
4 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
8 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
5 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
3 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Matthew STANKLEY (1834-1834)
1 Matthew STANKLEY 1 (1834-1834) [390]. Born 1834. Died 13 Sep 1834.
2 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
4 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Mary FORSTER ( - ) [379]. Born. Died.
5 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
3 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Miles STANKLEY (1873-1935)
1 Miles Abram STANKLEY 1 (1873-1935) [398]. Born 1873. Died 1935.
2 Edward STANKLEY 1 (1839-1928) [394]. Born 19 Aug 1839. Marr Mary Ann BARRON. Died 1928.
4 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
8 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
5 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
3 Mary Ann BARRON 1 ( -1908) [396]. Born. Died 25 Sep 1908.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Neville STANKLEY (1962- )
1 Neville John STANKLEY (1962- ) [361]. Born 4 Aug 1962. Died.
2 John Edward STANKLEY (1923-1982) [356]. Born 19 Aug 1923. Died 6 Mar 1982.
4 John James STANKLEY (1888-1954) [341]. Born 8 Sep 1888. Died 6 Mar 1954.
8 John George STANKLEY (1858-1919) [327]. Born 25 Jul 1858. Marr Elizabeth NEWTON. Died 1 Nov 1919.
9 Elizabeth NEWTON 1 (1869- ) [338]. Born 23 Jul 1869. Died.
5 Christina Lily GREAVES (1891-1977) [342]. Born 21 Dec 1891. Died 26 May 1977.
3 Sheila BRADLEY (1930- ) [355]. Born 2 Mar 1930. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Nicholas STANKLEY ( - )
1 Nicholas STANKLEY ( - ) [380]. Born. Died.
Patricia STANKLEY (1958- )
1 Patricia Ann STANKLEY (1958- ) [360]. Born 26 May 1958. Died.
2 John Edward STANKLEY (1923-1982) [356]. Born 19 Aug 1923. Died 6 Mar 1982.
4 John James STANKLEY (1888-1954) [341]. Born 8 Sep 1888. Died 6 Mar 1954.
8 John George STANKLEY (1858-1919) [327]. Born 25 Jul 1858. Marr Elizabeth NEWTON. Died 1 Nov 1919.
9 Elizabeth NEWTON 1 (1869- ) [338]. Born 23 Jul 1869. Died.
5 Christina Lily GREAVES (1891-1977) [342]. Born 21 Dec 1891. Died 26 May 1977.
3 Sheila BRADLEY (1930- ) [355]. Born 2 Mar 1930. Died.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Peter STANKLEY ( - )
1 Peter STANKLEY ( - ) [410]. Born. Died.
2 Alan Fenwick STANKLEY 1 ( - ) [406]. Born. Marr Ethel Theresa CUMMINS. Died.
4 Robert Mutter STANKLEY 1 (1870-1963) [397]. Born 5 Mar 1870. Died 1963.
8 Edward STANKLEY 1 (1839-1928) [394]. Born 19 Aug 1839. Marr Mary Ann BARRON. Died 1928.
9 Mary Ann BARRON 1 ( -1908) [396]. Born. Died 25 Sep 1908.
5 Elizabeth Ann EMERSON 1 ( - ) [401]. Born. Died.
3 Ethel Theresa CUMMINS 1 ( - ) [408]. Born. Died.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Ralph STANKLEY (1824- )
1 Ralph STANKLEY 1 (1824- ) [386]. Born 9 Mar 1824. Died.
2 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
4 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Mary FORSTER ( - ) [379]. Born. Died.
5 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
3 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Robert STANKLEY (1852-1855)
1 Robert STANKLEY (1852-1855) [326]. Born 3 Aug 1852. Died 20 Dec 1855.
2 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
4 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
8 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
5 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
3 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Robert STANKLEY (1827-1850)
1 Robert STANKLEY 1 (1827-1850) [392]. Born 26 Mar 1827. Died 5 Sep 1850.
2 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
4 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Mary FORSTER ( - ) [379]. Born. Died.
5 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
3 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Robert STANKLEY ( -1842)
1 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
2 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
5 Mary FORSTER ( - ) [379]. Born. Died.
3 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
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| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Robert STANKLEY (1865- )
1 Robert Blackett STANKLEY 1 (1865- ) [333]. Born 1865. Died.
2 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
4 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
8 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
5 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
3 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Robert STANKLEY (1894- )
1 Robert Edward STANKLEY 1 (1894- ) [317]. Born 1894. Died.
2 James STANKLEY (1854- ) [274]. Born 5 May 1854. Died.
4 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
8 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
9 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
5 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
3 Jane Ann (Jennie) SWALWELL ( - ) [275]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Robert STANKLEY (1870-1963)
1 Robert Mutter STANKLEY 1 (1870-1963) [397]. Born 5 Mar 1870. Died 1963.
2 Edward STANKLEY 1 (1839-1928) [394]. Born 19 Aug 1839. Marr Mary Ann BARRON. Died 1928.
4 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
8 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
5 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
3 Mary Ann BARRON 1 ( -1908) [396]. Born. Died 25 Sep 1908.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Sarah STANKLEY (1856- )
1 Sarah STANKLEY 1 (1856- ) [332]. Born 11 Aug 1856. Died.
2 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
4 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
8 James STANKLEY 1 (1768-1841) [374]. Born 1768. Died 24 Mar 1841.
9 Ann JACKSON 1 ( - ) [375]. Born. Died.
5 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
3 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Sarah STANKLEY (1886- )
1 Sarah Alice STANKLEY (1886- ) [163]. Born 1886. Died.
First wife of George Withy (see Marriage Certificate). The sister of Elizabeth Alma Stankley, his second wife.
2 James STANKLEY (1854- ) [274]. Born 5 May 1854. Died.
4 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
8 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
9 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
5 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
3 Jane Ann (Jennie) SWALWELL ( - ) [275]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Sarah STANKLEY (1885- )
1 Sarah Hannah STANKLEY (1885- ) [340]. Born 26 Nov 1885. Died.
2 John George STANKLEY (1858-1919) [327]. Born 25 Jul 1858. Marr Elizabeth NEWTON. Died 1 Nov 1919.
4 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
8 Robert STANKLEY 1 ( -1842) [371]. Marr Mary BLACKETT. Died 26 Jan 1842.
9 Mary BLACKETT ( -1845) [373]. Died 24 Oct 1845.
5 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
3 Elizabeth NEWTON 1 (1869- ) [338]. Born 23 Jul 1869. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Susan STANKLEY (1955- )
1 Susan Lynn STANKLEY (1955- ) [364]. Born 6 Dec 1955. Died.
2 John Edward STANKLEY (1923-1982) [356]. Born 19 Aug 1923. Died 6 Mar 1982.
4 John James STANKLEY (1888-1954) [341]. Born 8 Sep 1888. Died 6 Mar 1954.
8 John George STANKLEY (1858-1919) [327]. Born 25 Jul 1858. Marr Elizabeth NEWTON. Died 1 Nov 1919.
9 Elizabeth NEWTON 1 (1869- ) [338]. Born 23 Jul 1869. Died.
5 Christina Lily GREAVES (1891-1977) [342]. Born 21 Dec 1891. Died 26 May 1977.
3 Sheila BRADLEY (1930- ) [355]. Born 2 Mar 1930. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Edward STANLEY 5th Bt. ( - )
1 Edward STANLEY ( - ) [956].
2 Thomas STANLEY (1652-1721) [954]. Born 25 Mar 1652, Alderley, Cheshire. Died 1721, West Wickham, Kent.
3 Christian LENNARD ( - ) [955].
Edward STANLEY 2nd Lord of Alderley (1802-1869)
1 Edward John STANLEY (1802-1869) [962]. Born 13 Nov 1802. Marr Henrietta Maria DILLON 6 Oct 1826. Died 16 Jun 1869, Alderley, Cheshire.
2 John Thomas STANLEY (1766-1850) [960]. Born 26 Nov 1766. Marr Maria Josepha HOLROYD 11 Oct 1796. Died 23 Oct 1850, Alderley, Cheshire.
4 John Thomas STANLEY (1735-1807) [958]. Born 26 Mar 1735. Marr Margaret OWEN 20 Apr 1763. Died 25 Nov 1807.
8 Edward STANLEY ( - ) [956].
9 Mary WARD ( - ) [957].
5 Margaret OWEN (1742- ) [959]. Born 17 Aug 1742, Holyhead.
3 Maria Josepha HOLROYD (1771-1863) [961]. Born 3 Jan 1771. Died 1 Nov 1863.
Edward STANLEY (1839- )
1 Edward Lyulph STANLEY (1839- ) [965]. Born 16 May 1839.
2 Edward John STANLEY (1802-1869) [962]. Born 13 Nov 1802. Marr Henrietta Maria DILLON 6 Oct 1826. Died 16 Jun 1869, Alderley, Cheshire.
4 John Thomas STANLEY (1766-1850) [960]. Born 26 Nov 1766. Marr Maria Josepha HOLROYD 11 Oct 1796. Died 23 Oct 1850, Alderley, Cheshire.
8 John Thomas STANLEY (1735-1807) [958]. Born 26 Mar 1735. Marr Margaret OWEN 20 Apr 1763. Died 25 Nov 1807.
9 Margaret OWEN (1742- ) [959]. Born 17 Aug 1742, Holyhead.
5 Maria Josepha HOLROYD (1771-1863) [961]. Born 3 Jan 1771. Died 1 Nov 1863.
3 Henrietta Maria DILLON (1807- ) [963]. Born 21 Dec 1807, Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Henrietta STANLEY (1830-1921)
1 Henrietta Blanche STANLEY (1830-1921) [964]. Born 3 Jul 1830. Died 5 Jan 1921.
2 Edward John STANLEY (1802-1869) [962]. Born 13 Nov 1802. Marr Henrietta Maria DILLON 6 Oct 1826. Died 16 Jun 1869, Alderley, Cheshire.
4 John Thomas STANLEY (1766-1850) [960]. Born 26 Nov 1766. Marr Maria Josepha HOLROYD 11 Oct 1796. Died 23 Oct 1850, Alderley, Cheshire.
8 John Thomas STANLEY (1735-1807) [958]. Born 26 Mar 1735. Marr Margaret OWEN 20 Apr 1763. Died 25 Nov 1807.
9 Margaret OWEN (1742- ) [959]. Born 17 Aug 1742, Holyhead.
5 Maria Josepha HOLROYD (1771-1863) [961]. Born 3 Jan 1771. Died 1 Nov 1863.
3 Henrietta Maria DILLON (1807- ) [963]. Born 21 Dec 1807, Halifax, Nova Scotia.
James STANLEY 4th Bt. ( -1746)
1 James STANLEY ( -1746) [953]. Died Mar 1746.
2 Thomas STANLEY (1652-1721) [954]. Born 25 Mar 1652, Alderley, Cheshire. Died 1721, West Wickham, Kent.
3 Christian LENNARD ( - ) [955].
John STANLEY 1st Lord of Alderley (1766-1850)
1 John Thomas STANLEY (1766-1850) [960]. Born 26 Nov 1766. Marr Maria Josepha HOLROYD 11 Oct 1796. Died 23 Oct 1850, Alderley, Cheshire.
2 John Thomas STANLEY (1735-1807) [958]. Born 26 Mar 1735. Marr Margaret OWEN 20 Apr 1763. Died 25 Nov 1807.
4 Edward STANLEY ( - ) [956].
8 Thomas STANLEY (1652-1721) [954]. Born 25 Mar 1652, Alderley, Cheshire. Died 1721, West Wickham, Kent.
9 Christian LENNARD ( - ) [955].
5 Mary WARD ( - ) [957].
3 Margaret OWEN (1742- ) [959]. Born 17 Aug 1742, Holyhead.
John STANLEY 6th Bt (1735-1807)
1 John Thomas STANLEY (1735-1807) [958]. Born 26 Mar 1735. Marr Margaret OWEN 20 Apr 1763. Died 25 Nov 1807.
2 Edward STANLEY ( - ) [956].
4 Thomas STANLEY (1652-1721) [954]. Born 25 Mar 1652, Alderley, Cheshire. Died 1721, West Wickham, Kent.
5 Christian LENNARD ( - ) [955].
3 Mary WARD ( - ) [957].
Thomas STANLEY 3rd Bt (1652-1721)
1 Thomas STANLEY (1652-1721) [954]. Born 25 Mar 1652, Alderley, Cheshire. Died 1721, West Wickham, Kent.
Alice STOURTON ( - )
1 Alice STOURTON ( - ) [812].
Edward STRADLING ( - )
1 Edward STRADLING ( - ) [916].
2 Thomas STRADLING ( - ) [912].
3 Jenet MATHEW ( -1535) [913]. Died 5 Feb 1535.
6 Thomas MATHEW ( - ) [914].
7 [unnamed person] ( - ) [915].
Jane STRADLING ( - )
1 Jane STRADLING ( - ) [911].
2 Thomas STRADLING ( - ) [912].
3 Jenet MATHEW ( -1535) [913]. Died 5 Feb 1535.
6 Thomas MATHEW ( - ) [914].
7 [unnamed person] ( - ) [915].
Thomas STRADLING ( - )
1 Thomas STRADLING ( - ) [912].
Alma STRAHAN (1908-1992)
1 Alma STRAHAN (1908-1992) [1097]. Born 18 Nov 1908, Auckland, New Zealand. Marr John MOLONY 16 Mar 1930, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 10 Oct 1992, Auckland, New Zealand.
2 William STRAHAN ( - ) [1098].
3 Ellen THORPE ( - ) [1099].
William STRAHAN ( - )
1 William STRAHAN ( - ) [1098].
Ankaret STRANGE ( - )
1 Ankaret le STRANGE ( - ) [627].
Caleb STURGE (1682- )
1 Caleb STURGE (1682- ) [1154]. Born 1682.
2 Joseph II STURGE (1648?-1710?) [1057]. Born 1648 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Marr Barbara WILLIAMS 1674. Died 1710 (app).
The second Joseph, who died in 1710, lived first at Gaunts Earthcott and later at Littleton near Aust. He and his wife Barbara Williams had four children. In his Will, signed with “X his mark,” he left the Manor House to his younger son Caleb (who lived in fact in a house nearby,) “other grounds” to his son Joseph, five shillings to his daughter Mary (who had four successive husbands) and Ł5 and his best bed - reminding us of Shakespeare - to his daughter Elizabeth. In “Besse’s Collection of the Sufferings of the Quakers” Elizabeth Sturge is described as having been sent to a prison reformatory with twenty-two others in 1682 for “refusing to deposit a security” because of her faith.
Caleb was an eccentric, “a man who loved to take life easy. Among other occupations which did not meet his taste was chopping wood, and he therefore opened a hole in the back of the kitchen fireplace and passed the end of a log of wood through it, so that by pushing it gradually through he might have a fire without the labour of cutting it up.” He seems to have let his house fall into ruin, and was disowned by Friends for disorderly and unacceptable behaviour.
http://www.sturgefamily.com/Discover/THE%20STURGES%20OF%20BIRMINGHAM.htm
The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery. Joseph Sturge, whose name is recorded in the Olveston Quaker burials for 1669 would appear to be the father of William, Nehemia, Joseph, Abigail, Thomas and Nathan, but who was this Joseph? Where did he come from? Who was his wife?The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery.
"Where there's a will there's a way" goes the old saying. An old Sturge Will may go some way to solving the problem! Joseph's son married a girl named Barbara Williams and when they "took hands" at a Frenchay Quaker Meeting in 1674 Joseph and Barbara stated that they came from the village of Filton. No Sturge entries appear in the parish registers for St. Peter's, Filton, for this period, but the Will of a John Sturges of nearby Stoke Gifford mentions a son called Joseph. "Josufe" was baptised in 1601, so might be the Gaunts Earthcott ancestor shown on the family tree drawn up in 1851 by Walter Sturge. This early will shows that John Sturges worked on the land and had some rather odd sounding implements of husbandry,
4 Joseph I STURGE (1616?-1669?) [1059]. Born 1616 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Died 1669 (app).
8 Thomas STURGE (1575?- ) [1070]. Born 1575 (app), Frampton Cotteral, South Gloucestershire, Marr 1600 (app).
Thomas of Gaunts Earthcott
If you travel south from Gloucester and follow the signpost to Gaunts Earthcott, near the Severn Bridge, you will come upon an attractive old manor house, at present at restaurant. Carved on this house you will read “T.S.” and the date 1605. This was the home of Thomas, the first Sturge of whom there is evidence. It is said that his father was John Sturge, or Sturridge in the local dialect, lord of the manor of Frampton Cotterell in the mid-sixteenth century, but Thomas is our first certain ancestor.
The Sturges were yeoman farmers and graziers in the Vale of Gloucester, farming their own land, which was some of the richest in the country, or holding it on renewable leases from the Corporation of Bristol.
The Gaunts Earthcott manor was part of a monastic estate granted to the city by Henry VIII after the dissolution of the monasteries.
9 [unnamed person] ( - ) [1072].
5 [unnamed person] (1610?- ) [1060]. Born 1610 (app).
3 Barbara WILLIAMS (1652?-1710?) [1058]. Born 1652 (app), Olverston, Gloucester. Died 1710 (app).
Celia STURGE ( - )
1 Celia STURGE ( - ) [1173].
2 Joseph STURGE (1722-1779) [1164]. Born 1722, Olveston, Gloucestershire. Died 1779, Olveston, Gloucestershire.
4 Joseph III STURGE (1680-1761) [1153]. Born 1680. Died 1761.
8 Joseph II STURGE (1648?-1710?) [1057]. Born 1648 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Marr Barbara WILLIAMS 1674. Died 1710 (app).
The second Joseph, who died in 1710, lived first at Gaunts Earthcott and later at Littleton near Aust. He and his wife Barbara Williams had four children. In his Will, signed with “X his mark,” he left the Manor House to his younger son Caleb (who lived in fact in a house nearby,) “other grounds” to his son Joseph, five shillings to his daughter Mary (who had four successive husbands) and Ł5 and his best bed - reminding us of Shakespeare - to his daughter Elizabeth. In “Besse’s Collection of the Sufferings of the Quakers” Elizabeth Sturge is described as having been sent to a prison reformatory with twenty-two others in 1682 for “refusing to deposit a security” because of her faith.
Caleb was an eccentric, “a man who loved to take life easy. Among other occupations which did not meet his taste was chopping wood, and he therefore opened a hole in the back of the kitchen fireplace and passed the end of a log of wood through it, so that by pushing it gradually through he might have a fire without the labour of cutting it up.” He seems to have let his house fall into ruin, and was disowned by Friends for disorderly and unacceptable behaviour.
http://www.sturgefamily.com/Discover/THE%20STURGES%20OF%20BIRMINGHAM.htm
The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery. Joseph Sturge, whose name is recorded in the Olveston Quaker burials for 1669 would appear to be the father of William, Nehemia, Joseph, Abigail, Thomas and Nathan, but who was this Joseph? Where did he come from? Who was his wife?The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery.
"Where there's a will there's a way" goes the old saying. An old Sturge Will may go some way to solving the problem! Joseph's son married a girl named Barbara Williams and when they "took hands" at a Frenchay Quaker Meeting in 1674 Joseph and Barbara stated that they came from the village of Filton. No Sturge entries appear in the parish registers for St. Peter's, Filton, for this period, but the Will of a John Sturges of nearby Stoke Gifford mentions a son called Joseph. "Josufe" was baptised in 1601, so might be the Gaunts Earthcott ancestor shown on the family tree drawn up in 1851 by Walter Sturge. This early will shows that John Sturges worked on the land and had some rather odd sounding implements of husbandry,
9 Barbara WILLIAMS (1652?-1710?) [1058]. Born 1652 (app), Olverston, Gloucester. Died 1710 (app).
5 Mary YOUNG (1680- ) [1156]. Born 1680.
3 Frances PLAYER ( - ) [1165].
Frances STURGE ( - )
1 Frances STURGE ( - ) [1171].
2 Joseph STURGE (1722-1779) [1164]. Born 1722, Olveston, Gloucestershire. Died 1779, Olveston, Gloucestershire.
4 Joseph III STURGE (1680-1761) [1153]. Born 1680. Died 1761.
8 Joseph II STURGE (1648?-1710?) [1057]. Born 1648 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Marr Barbara WILLIAMS 1674. Died 1710 (app).
The second Joseph, who died in 1710, lived first at Gaunts Earthcott and later at Littleton near Aust. He and his wife Barbara Williams had four children. In his Will, signed with “X his mark,” he left the Manor House to his younger son Caleb (who lived in fact in a house nearby,) “other grounds” to his son Joseph, five shillings to his daughter Mary (who had four successive husbands) and Ł5 and his best bed - reminding us of Shakespeare - to his daughter Elizabeth. In “Besse’s Collection of the Sufferings of the Quakers” Elizabeth Sturge is described as having been sent to a prison reformatory with twenty-two others in 1682 for “refusing to deposit a security” because of her faith.
Caleb was an eccentric, “a man who loved to take life easy. Among other occupations which did not meet his taste was chopping wood, and he therefore opened a hole in the back of the kitchen fireplace and passed the end of a log of wood through it, so that by pushing it gradually through he might have a fire without the labour of cutting it up.” He seems to have let his house fall into ruin, and was disowned by Friends for disorderly and unacceptable behaviour.
http://www.sturgefamily.com/Discover/THE%20STURGES%20OF%20BIRMINGHAM.htm
The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery. Joseph Sturge, whose name is recorded in the Olveston Quaker burials for 1669 would appear to be the father of William, Nehemia, Joseph, Abigail, Thomas and Nathan, but who was this Joseph? Where did he come from? Who was his wife?The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery.
"Where there's a will there's a way" goes the old saying. An old Sturge Will may go some way to solving the problem! Joseph's son married a girl named Barbara Williams and when they "took hands" at a Frenchay Quaker Meeting in 1674 Joseph and Barbara stated that they came from the village of Filton. No Sturge entries appear in the parish registers for St. Peter's, Filton, for this period, but the Will of a John Sturges of nearby Stoke Gifford mentions a son called Joseph. "Josufe" was baptised in 1601, so might be the Gaunts Earthcott ancestor shown on the family tree drawn up in 1851 by Walter Sturge. This early will shows that John Sturges worked on the land and had some rather odd sounding implements of husbandry,
9 Barbara WILLIAMS (1652?-1710?) [1058]. Born 1652 (app), Olverston, Gloucester. Died 1710 (app).
5 Mary YOUNG (1680- ) [1156]. Born 1680.
3 Frances PLAYER ( - ) [1165].
Jacob STURGE ( - )
1 Jacob STURGE ( - ) [1170].
2 Joseph STURGE (1722-1779) [1164]. Born 1722, Olveston, Gloucestershire. Died 1779, Olveston, Gloucestershire.
4 Joseph III STURGE (1680-1761) [1153]. Born 1680. Died 1761.
8 Joseph II STURGE (1648?-1710?) [1057]. Born 1648 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Marr Barbara WILLIAMS 1674. Died 1710 (app).
The second Joseph, who died in 1710, lived first at Gaunts Earthcott and later at Littleton near Aust. He and his wife Barbara Williams had four children. In his Will, signed with “X his mark,” he left the Manor House to his younger son Caleb (who lived in fact in a house nearby,) “other grounds” to his son Joseph, five shillings to his daughter Mary (who had four successive husbands) and Ł5 and his best bed - reminding us of Shakespeare - to his daughter Elizabeth. In “Besse’s Collection of the Sufferings of the Quakers” Elizabeth Sturge is described as having been sent to a prison reformatory with twenty-two others in 1682 for “refusing to deposit a security” because of her faith.
Caleb was an eccentric, “a man who loved to take life easy. Among other occupations which did not meet his taste was chopping wood, and he therefore opened a hole in the back of the kitchen fireplace and passed the end of a log of wood through it, so that by pushing it gradually through he might have a fire without the labour of cutting it up.” He seems to have let his house fall into ruin, and was disowned by Friends for disorderly and unacceptable behaviour.
http://www.sturgefamily.com/Discover/THE%20STURGES%20OF%20BIRMINGHAM.htm
The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery. Joseph Sturge, whose name is recorded in the Olveston Quaker burials for 1669 would appear to be the father of William, Nehemia, Joseph, Abigail, Thomas and Nathan, but who was this Joseph? Where did he come from? Who was his wife?The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery.
"Where there's a will there's a way" goes the old saying. An old Sturge Will may go some way to solving the problem! Joseph's son married a girl named Barbara Williams and when they "took hands" at a Frenchay Quaker Meeting in 1674 Joseph and Barbara stated that they came from the village of Filton. No Sturge entries appear in the parish registers for St. Peter's, Filton, for this period, but the Will of a John Sturges of nearby Stoke Gifford mentions a son called Joseph. "Josufe" was baptised in 1601, so might be the Gaunts Earthcott ancestor shown on the family tree drawn up in 1851 by Walter Sturge. This early will shows that John Sturges worked on the land and had some rather odd sounding implements of husbandry,
9 Barbara WILLIAMS (1652?-1710?) [1058]. Born 1652 (app), Olverston, Gloucester. Died 1710 (app).
5 Mary YOUNG (1680- ) [1156]. Born 1680.
3 Frances PLAYER ( - ) [1165].
James STURGE (1650?- )
1 James STURGE (1650?- ) [1075]. Born 1650 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England.
2 Joseph I STURGE (1616?-1669?) [1059]. Born 1616 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Died 1669 (app).
4 Thomas STURGE (1575?- ) [1070]. Born 1575 (app), Frampton Cotteral, South Gloucestershire, Marr 1600 (app).
Thomas of Gaunts Earthcott
If you travel south from Gloucester and follow the signpost to Gaunts Earthcott, near the Severn Bridge, you will come upon an attractive old manor house, at present at restaurant. Carved on this house you will read “T.S.” and the date 1605. This was the home of Thomas, the first Sturge of whom there is evidence. It is said that his father was John Sturge, or Sturridge in the local dialect, lord of the manor of Frampton Cotterell in the mid-sixteenth century, but Thomas is our first certain ancestor.
The Sturges were yeoman farmers and graziers in the Vale of Gloucester, farming their own land, which was some of the richest in the country, or holding it on renewable leases from the Corporation of Bristol.
The Gaunts Earthcott manor was part of a monastic estate granted to the city by Henry VIII after the dissolution of the monasteries.
8 John STURGE (1550?- ) [1071]. Born 1550 (app).
Member of Society of friends (Quakers)
Attendance at Meeting formed an important part of family life.
The Minutes of a Quarterly Meeting 1697, showed that Thomas Sturge of Gaunts, Earthcott, had helped to raise money for the Frenchay Meeting House.
Younger members did not always see eye to eye with the Elders, as 118 years later in 1815, another Thomas Sturge (Josephs VII father) anxiously prepared himself to ask the Olveston Meeting for permission to marry.
As members of the Society of Friends, it was necessary for them to state their intetions and obtain the approval of their respective Meetings.
5 [unnamed person] ( - ) [1072].
3 [unnamed person] (1610?- ) [1060]. Born 1610 (app).
John STURGE (1550?- )
1 John STURGE (1550?- ) [1071]. Born 1550 (app).
Member of Society of friends (Quakers)
Attendance at Meeting formed an important part of family life.
The Minutes of a Quarterly Meeting 1697, showed that Thomas Sturge of Gaunts, Earthcott, had helped to raise money for the Frenchay Meeting House.
Younger members did not always see eye to eye with the Elders, as 118 years later in 1815, another Thomas Sturge (Josephs VII father) anxiously prepared himself to ask the Olveston Meeting for permission to marry.
As members of the Society of Friends, it was necessary for them to state their intetions and obtain the approval of their respective Meetings.
John STURGE ( - )
1 John STURGE ( - ) [1174].
2 Joseph STURGE (1722-1779) [1164]. Born 1722, Olveston, Gloucestershire. Died 1779, Olveston, Gloucestershire.
4 Joseph III STURGE (1680-1761) [1153]. Born 1680. Died 1761.
8 Joseph II STURGE (1648?-1710?) [1057]. Born 1648 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Marr Barbara WILLIAMS 1674. Died 1710 (app).
The second Joseph, who died in 1710, lived first at Gaunts Earthcott and later at Littleton near Aust. He and his wife Barbara Williams had four children. In his Will, signed with “X his mark,” he left the Manor House to his younger son Caleb (who lived in fact in a house nearby,) “other grounds” to his son Joseph, five shillings to his daughter Mary (who had four successive husbands) and Ł5 and his best bed - reminding us of Shakespeare - to his daughter Elizabeth. In “Besse’s Collection of the Sufferings of the Quakers” Elizabeth Sturge is described as having been sent to a prison reformatory with twenty-two others in 1682 for “refusing to deposit a security” because of her faith.
Caleb was an eccentric, “a man who loved to take life easy. Among other occupations which did not meet his taste was chopping wood, and he therefore opened a hole in the back of the kitchen fireplace and passed the end of a log of wood through it, so that by pushing it gradually through he might have a fire without the labour of cutting it up.” He seems to have let his house fall into ruin, and was disowned by Friends for disorderly and unacceptable behaviour.
http://www.sturgefamily.com/Discover/THE%20STURGES%20OF%20BIRMINGHAM.htm
The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery. Joseph Sturge, whose name is recorded in the Olveston Quaker burials for 1669 would appear to be the father of William, Nehemia, Joseph, Abigail, Thomas and Nathan, but who was this Joseph? Where did he come from? Who was his wife?The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery.
"Where there's a will there's a way" goes the old saying. An old Sturge Will may go some way to solving the problem! Joseph's son married a girl named Barbara Williams and when they "took hands" at a Frenchay Quaker Meeting in 1674 Joseph and Barbara stated that they came from the village of Filton. No Sturge entries appear in the parish registers for St. Peter's, Filton, for this period, but the Will of a John Sturges of nearby Stoke Gifford mentions a son called Joseph. "Josufe" was baptised in 1601, so might be the Gaunts Earthcott ancestor shown on the family tree drawn up in 1851 by Walter Sturge. This early will shows that John Sturges worked on the land and had some rather odd sounding implements of husbandry,
9 Barbara WILLIAMS (1652?-1710?) [1058]. Born 1652 (app), Olverston, Gloucester. Died 1710 (app).
5 Mary YOUNG (1680- ) [1156]. Born 1680.
3 Frances PLAYER ( - ) [1165].
Joseph STURGE (1752-1817)
1 Joseph STURGE (1752-1817) [1166]. Born 1752. Died 1817.
2 Joseph STURGE (1722-1779) [1164]. Born 1722, Olveston, Gloucestershire. Died 1779, Olveston, Gloucestershire.
4 Joseph III STURGE (1680-1761) [1153]. Born 1680. Died 1761.
8 Joseph II STURGE (1648?-1710?) [1057]. Born 1648 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Marr Barbara WILLIAMS 1674. Died 1710 (app).
The second Joseph, who died in 1710, lived first at Gaunts Earthcott and later at Littleton near Aust. He and his wife Barbara Williams had four children. In his Will, signed with “X his mark,” he left the Manor House to his younger son Caleb (who lived in fact in a house nearby,) “other grounds” to his son Joseph, five shillings to his daughter Mary (who had four successive husbands) and Ł5 and his best bed - reminding us of Shakespeare - to his daughter Elizabeth. In “Besse’s Collection of the Sufferings of the Quakers” Elizabeth Sturge is described as having been sent to a prison reformatory with twenty-two others in 1682 for “refusing to deposit a security” because of her faith.
Caleb was an eccentric, “a man who loved to take life easy. Among other occupations which did not meet his taste was chopping wood, and he therefore opened a hole in the back of the kitchen fireplace and passed the end of a log of wood through it, so that by pushing it gradually through he might have a fire without the labour of cutting it up.” He seems to have let his house fall into ruin, and was disowned by Friends for disorderly and unacceptable behaviour.
http://www.sturgefamily.com/Discover/THE%20STURGES%20OF%20BIRMINGHAM.htm
The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery. Joseph Sturge, whose name is recorded in the Olveston Quaker burials for 1669 would appear to be the father of William, Nehemia, Joseph, Abigail, Thomas and Nathan, but who was this Joseph? Where did he come from? Who was his wife?The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery.
"Where there's a will there's a way" goes the old saying. An old Sturge Will may go some way to solving the problem! Joseph's son married a girl named Barbara Williams and when they "took hands" at a Frenchay Quaker Meeting in 1674 Joseph and Barbara stated that they came from the village of Filton. No Sturge entries appear in the parish registers for St. Peter's, Filton, for this period, but the Will of a John Sturges of nearby Stoke Gifford mentions a son called Joseph. "Josufe" was baptised in 1601, so might be the Gaunts Earthcott ancestor shown on the family tree drawn up in 1851 by Walter Sturge. This early will shows that John Sturges worked on the land and had some rather odd sounding implements of husbandry,
9 Barbara WILLIAMS (1652?-1710?) [1058]. Born 1652 (app), Olverston, Gloucester. Died 1710 (app).
5 Mary YOUNG (1680- ) [1156]. Born 1680.
3 Frances PLAYER ( - ) [1165].
Joseph STURGE (1722-1779)
1 Joseph STURGE (1722-1779) [1164]. Born 1722, Olveston, Gloucestershire. Died 1779, Olveston, Gloucestershire.
2 Joseph III STURGE (1680-1761) [1153]. Born 1680. Died 1761.
4 Joseph II STURGE (1648?-1710?) [1057]. Born 1648 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Marr Barbara WILLIAMS 1674. Died 1710 (app).
The second Joseph, who died in 1710, lived first at Gaunts Earthcott and later at Littleton near Aust. He and his wife Barbara Williams had four children. In his Will, signed with “X his mark,” he left the Manor House to his younger son Caleb (who lived in fact in a house nearby,) “other grounds” to his son Joseph, five shillings to his daughter Mary (who had four successive husbands) and Ł5 and his best bed - reminding us of Shakespeare - to his daughter Elizabeth. In “Besse’s Collection of the Sufferings of the Quakers” Elizabeth Sturge is described as having been sent to a prison reformatory with twenty-two others in 1682 for “refusing to deposit a security” because of her faith.
Caleb was an eccentric, “a man who loved to take life easy. Among other occupations which did not meet his taste was chopping wood, and he therefore opened a hole in the back of the kitchen fireplace and passed the end of a log of wood through it, so that by pushing it gradually through he might have a fire without the labour of cutting it up.” He seems to have let his house fall into ruin, and was disowned by Friends for disorderly and unacceptable behaviour.
http://www.sturgefamily.com/Discover/THE%20STURGES%20OF%20BIRMINGHAM.htm
The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery. Joseph Sturge, whose name is recorded in the Olveston Quaker burials for 1669 would appear to be the father of William, Nehemia, Joseph, Abigail, Thomas and Nathan, but who was this Joseph? Where did he come from? Who was his wife?The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery.
"Where there's a will there's a way" goes the old saying. An old Sturge Will may go some way to solving the problem! Joseph's son married a girl named Barbara Williams and when they "took hands" at a Frenchay Quaker Meeting in 1674 Joseph and Barbara stated that they came from the village of Filton. No Sturge entries appear in the parish registers for St. Peter's, Filton, for this period, but the Will of a John Sturges of nearby Stoke Gifford mentions a son called Joseph. "Josufe" was baptised in 1601, so might be the Gaunts Earthcott ancestor shown on the family tree drawn up in 1851 by Walter Sturge. This early will shows that John Sturges worked on the land and had some rather odd sounding implements of husbandry,
8 Joseph I STURGE (1616?-1669?) [1059]. Born 1616 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Died 1669 (app).
9 [unnamed person] (1610?- ) [1060]. Born 1610 (app).
5 Barbara WILLIAMS (1652?-1710?) [1058]. Born 1652 (app), Olverston, Gloucester. Died 1710 (app).
3 Mary YOUNG (1680- ) [1156]. Born 1680.
Joseph STURGE (1668- )
1 Joseph STURGE (1668- ) [1157]. Born 1668, Olverston, Gloucester, England. Marr Mary FRANCUM 1697.
Ridge Wood - as its name implies – is a tree-covered wedge of high ground that marks the boundary between Yate and Chipping Sodbury. Part of this woodland is believed to be ancient, but in past times, much of this landscape is likely to have been far more open.
Ridge House
This was a mansion house which remained in existence until the mid 20th century. It was surrounded by pleasure gardens. The year in which it first appeared is as yet unknown.
Ridge Families
Kelly’s Directory and the census returns yield valuable information regarding the inhabitants of Ridge House throughout the years.
In 1856, the house was occupied by William Sturge, who was a farmer. Incidentally, a Toby W Sturge lived at Lawn (close to St Mary’s Church in Yate) and it is possible that he may have been a relation. The Sturge family in Bristol had strong Quaker connections and became very influential members of society. Joseph Sturge IV (born 1724) was a farmer and land surveyor who formed the Bristol firm of J P Sturge & Sons. Another Joseph Sturge was renowned as a philanthropist who campaigned against slavery.
During the 17th Century, a William Sturge married Mary Walker and formed the Yate branch of this family - their home was described as a”fine old house in Yate”. It is likely that the William Sturge of 1856 was a descendant of this first William.
In 1859, we find documents relating to an alteration of a right of way across the fields immediately to the west of The Ridge which eventually cross the latter. The alteration seems to have been made in order to benefit Messrs J H and W W Marsh as it gave them easier access to their land. It does not appear that the Marsh family were resident at The Ridge as in 1861, William Sturge is still given as the occupant. It is possible that Sturge was a tenant of the Marsh family. He is described as being in possession of 68 acres and 2 servants, so it would seem that the estate has somewhat increased in size since 1837.
2 William STURGE (1642?- ) [1073]. Born 1642 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Marr Mary WALKER 1665.
4 Joseph I STURGE (1616?-1669?) [1059]. Born 1616 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Died 1669 (app).
8 Thomas STURGE (1575?- ) [1070]. Born 1575 (app), Frampton Cotteral, South Gloucestershire, Marr 1600 (app).
Thomas of Gaunts Earthcott
If you travel south from Gloucester and follow the signpost to Gaunts Earthcott, near the Severn Bridge, you will come upon an attractive old manor house, at present at restaurant. Carved on this house you will read “T.S.” and the date 1605. This was the home of Thomas, the first Sturge of whom there is evidence. It is said that his father was John Sturge, or Sturridge in the local dialect, lord of the manor of Frampton Cotterell in the mid-sixteenth century, but Thomas is our first certain ancestor.
The Sturges were yeoman farmers and graziers in the Vale of Gloucester, farming their own land, which was some of the richest in the country, or holding it on renewable leases from the Corporation of Bristol.
The Gaunts Earthcott manor was part of a monastic estate granted to the city by Henry VIII after the dissolution of the monasteries.
9 [unnamed person] ( - ) [1072].
5 [unnamed person] (1610?- ) [1060]. Born 1610 (app).
3 Mary WALKER ( - ) [1155].
Joseph STURGE (1616?-1669?)
1 Joseph I STURGE (1616?-1669?) [1059]. Born 1616 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Died 1669 (app).
2 Thomas STURGE (1575?- ) [1070]. Born 1575 (app), Frampton Cotteral, South Gloucestershire, Marr 1600 (app).
Thomas of Gaunts Earthcott
If you travel south from Gloucester and follow the signpost to Gaunts Earthcott, near the Severn Bridge, you will come upon an attractive old manor house, at present at restaurant. Carved on this house you will read “T.S.” and the date 1605. This was the home of Thomas, the first Sturge of whom there is evidence. It is said that his father was John Sturge, or Sturridge in the local dialect, lord of the manor of Frampton Cotterell in the mid-sixteenth century, but Thomas is our first certain ancestor.
The Sturges were yeoman farmers and graziers in the Vale of Gloucester, farming their own land, which was some of the richest in the country, or holding it on renewable leases from the Corporation of Bristol.
The Gaunts Earthcott manor was part of a monastic estate granted to the city by Henry VIII after the dissolution of the monasteries.
4 John STURGE (1550?- ) [1071]. Born 1550 (app).
Member of Society of friends (Quakers)
Attendance at Meeting formed an important part of family life.
The Minutes of a Quarterly Meeting 1697, showed that Thomas Sturge of Gaunts, Earthcott, had helped to raise money for the Frenchay Meeting House.
Younger members did not always see eye to eye with the Elders, as 118 years later in 1815, another Thomas Sturge (Josephs VII father) anxiously prepared himself to ask the Olveston Meeting for permission to marry.
As members of the Society of Friends, it was necessary for them to state their intetions and obtain the approval of their respective Meetings.
3 [unnamed person] ( - ) [1072].
Joseph STURGE (1648?-1710?)
1 Joseph II STURGE (1648?-1710?) [1057]. Born 1648 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Marr Barbara WILLIAMS 1674. Died 1710 (app).
The second Joseph, who died in 1710, lived first at Gaunts Earthcott and later at Littleton near Aust. He and his wife Barbara Williams had four children. In his Will, signed with “X his mark,” he left the Manor House to his younger son Caleb (who lived in fact in a house nearby,) “other grounds” to his son Joseph, five shillings to his daughter Mary (who had four successive husbands) and Ł5 and his best bed - reminding us of Shakespeare - to his daughter Elizabeth. In “Besse’s Collection of the Sufferings of the Quakers” Elizabeth Sturge is described as having been sent to a prison reformatory with twenty-two others in 1682 for “refusing to deposit a security” because of her faith.
Caleb was an eccentric, “a man who loved to take life easy. Among other occupations which did not meet his taste was chopping wood, and he therefore opened a hole in the back of the kitchen fireplace and passed the end of a log of wood through it, so that by pushing it gradually through he might have a fire without the labour of cutting it up.” He seems to have let his house fall into ruin, and was disowned by Friends for disorderly and unacceptable behaviour.
http://www.sturgefamily.com/Discover/THE%20STURGES%20OF%20BIRMINGHAM.htm
The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery. Joseph Sturge, whose name is recorded in the Olveston Quaker burials for 1669 would appear to be the father of William, Nehemia, Joseph, Abigail, Thomas and Nathan, but who was this Joseph? Where did he come from? Who was his wife?The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery.
"Where there's a will there's a way" goes the old saying. An old Sturge Will may go some way to solving the problem! Joseph's son married a girl named Barbara Williams and when they "took hands" at a Frenchay Quaker Meeting in 1674 Joseph and Barbara stated that they came from the village of Filton. No Sturge entries appear in the parish registers for St. Peter's, Filton, for this period, but the Will of a John Sturges of nearby Stoke Gifford mentions a son called Joseph. "Josufe" was baptised in 1601, so might be the Gaunts Earthcott ancestor shown on the family tree drawn up in 1851 by Walter Sturge. This early will shows that John Sturges worked on the land and had some rather odd sounding implements of husbandry,
2 Joseph I STURGE (1616?-1669?) [1059]. Born 1616 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Died 1669 (app).
4 Thomas STURGE (1575?- ) [1070]. Born 1575 (app), Frampton Cotteral, South Gloucestershire, Marr 1600 (app).
Thomas of Gaunts Earthcott
If you travel south from Gloucester and follow the signpost to Gaunts Earthcott, near the Severn Bridge, you will come upon an attractive old manor house, at present at restaurant. Carved on this house you will read “T.S.” and the date 1605. This was the home of Thomas, the first Sturge of whom there is evidence. It is said that his father was John Sturge, or Sturridge in the local dialect, lord of the manor of Frampton Cotterell in the mid-sixteenth century, but Thomas is our first certain ancestor.
The Sturges were yeoman farmers and graziers in the Vale of Gloucester, farming their own land, which was some of the richest in the country, or holding it on renewable leases from the Corporation of Bristol.
The Gaunts Earthcott manor was part of a monastic estate granted to the city by Henry VIII after the dissolution of the monasteries.
8 John STURGE (1550?- ) [1071]. Born 1550 (app).
Member of Society of friends (Quakers)
Attendance at Meeting formed an important part of family life.
The Minutes of a Quarterly Meeting 1697, showed that Thomas Sturge of Gaunts, Earthcott, had helped to raise money for the Frenchay Meeting House.
Younger members did not always see eye to eye with the Elders, as 118 years later in 1815, another Thomas Sturge (Josephs VII father) anxiously prepared himself to ask the Olveston Meeting for permission to marry.
As members of the Society of Friends, it was necessary for them to state their intetions and obtain the approval of their respective Meetings.
5 [unnamed person] ( - ) [1072].
3 [unnamed person] (1610?- ) [1060]. Born 1610 (app).
Joseph STURGE (1680-1761)
1 Joseph III STURGE (1680-1761) [1153]. Born 1680. Died 1761.
2 Joseph II STURGE (1648?-1710?) [1057]. Born 1648 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Marr Barbara WILLIAMS 1674. Died 1710 (app).
The second Joseph, who died in 1710, lived first at Gaunts Earthcott and later at Littleton near Aust. He and his wife Barbara Williams had four children. In his Will, signed with “X his mark,” he left the Manor House to his younger son Caleb (who lived in fact in a house nearby,) “other grounds” to his son Joseph, five shillings to his daughter Mary (who had four successive husbands) and Ł5 and his best bed - reminding us of Shakespeare - to his daughter Elizabeth. In “Besse’s Collection of the Sufferings of the Quakers” Elizabeth Sturge is described as having been sent to a prison reformatory with twenty-two others in 1682 for “refusing to deposit a security” because of her faith.
Caleb was an eccentric, “a man who loved to take life easy. Among other occupations which did not meet his taste was chopping wood, and he therefore opened a hole in the back of the kitchen fireplace and passed the end of a log of wood through it, so that by pushing it gradually through he might have a fire without the labour of cutting it up.” He seems to have let his house fall into ruin, and was disowned by Friends for disorderly and unacceptable behaviour.
http://www.sturgefamily.com/Discover/THE%20STURGES%20OF%20BIRMINGHAM.htm
The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery. Joseph Sturge, whose name is recorded in the Olveston Quaker burials for 1669 would appear to be the father of William, Nehemia, Joseph, Abigail, Thomas and Nathan, but who was this Joseph? Where did he come from? Who was his wife?The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery.
"Where there's a will there's a way" goes the old saying. An old Sturge Will may go some way to solving the problem! Joseph's son married a girl named Barbara Williams and when they "took hands" at a Frenchay Quaker Meeting in 1674 Joseph and Barbara stated that they came from the village of Filton. No Sturge entries appear in the parish registers for St. Peter's, Filton, for this period, but the Will of a John Sturges of nearby Stoke Gifford mentions a son called Joseph. "Josufe" was baptised in 1601, so might be the Gaunts Earthcott ancestor shown on the family tree drawn up in 1851 by Walter Sturge. This early will shows that John Sturges worked on the land and had some rather odd sounding implements of husbandry,
4 Joseph I STURGE (1616?-1669?) [1059]. Born 1616 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Died 1669 (app).
8 Thomas STURGE (1575?- ) [1070]. Born 1575 (app), Frampton Cotteral, South Gloucestershire, Marr 1600 (app).
Thomas of Gaunts Earthcott
If you travel south from Gloucester and follow the signpost to Gaunts Earthcott, near the Severn Bridge, you will come upon an attractive old manor house, at present at restaurant. Carved on this house you will read “T.S.” and the date 1605. This was the home of Thomas, the first Sturge of whom there is evidence. It is said that his father was John Sturge, or Sturridge in the local dialect, lord of the manor of Frampton Cotterell in the mid-sixteenth century, but Thomas is our first certain ancestor.
The Sturges were yeoman farmers and graziers in the Vale of Gloucester, farming their own land, which was some of the richest in the country, or holding it on renewable leases from the Corporation of Bristol.
The Gaunts Earthcott manor was part of a monastic estate granted to the city by Henry VIII after the dissolution of the monasteries.
9 [unnamed person] ( - ) [1072].
5 [unnamed person] (1610?- ) [1060]. Born 1610 (app).
3 Barbara WILLIAMS (1652?-1710?) [1058]. Born 1652 (app), Olverston, Gloucester. Died 1710 (app).
Mary STURGE (1685?- )
1 Mary STURGE (1685?- ) [1056]. Born 1685 (app). Marr William TANNER 1707.
2 Joseph II STURGE (1648?-1710?) [1057]. Born 1648 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Marr Barbara WILLIAMS 1674. Died 1710 (app).
The second Joseph, who died in 1710, lived first at Gaunts Earthcott and later at Littleton near Aust. He and his wife Barbara Williams had four children. In his Will, signed with “X his mark,” he left the Manor House to his younger son Caleb (who lived in fact in a house nearby,) “other grounds” to his son Joseph, five shillings to his daughter Mary (who had four successive husbands) and Ł5 and his best bed - reminding us of Shakespeare - to his daughter Elizabeth. In “Besse’s Collection of the Sufferings of the Quakers” Elizabeth Sturge is described as having been sent to a prison reformatory with twenty-two others in 1682 for “refusing to deposit a security” because of her faith.
Caleb was an eccentric, “a man who loved to take life easy. Among other occupations which did not meet his taste was chopping wood, and he therefore opened a hole in the back of the kitchen fireplace and passed the end of a log of wood through it, so that by pushing it gradually through he might have a fire without the labour of cutting it up.” He seems to have let his house fall into ruin, and was disowned by Friends for disorderly and unacceptable behaviour.
http://www.sturgefamily.com/Discover/THE%20STURGES%20OF%20BIRMINGHAM.htm
The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery. Joseph Sturge, whose name is recorded in the Olveston Quaker burials for 1669 would appear to be the father of William, Nehemia, Joseph, Abigail, Thomas and Nathan, but who was this Joseph? Where did he come from? Who was his wife?The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery.
"Where there's a will there's a way" goes the old saying. An old Sturge Will may go some way to solving the problem! Joseph's son married a girl named Barbara Williams and when they "took hands" at a Frenchay Quaker Meeting in 1674 Joseph and Barbara stated that they came from the village of Filton. No Sturge entries appear in the parish registers for St. Peter's, Filton, for this period, but the Will of a John Sturges of nearby Stoke Gifford mentions a son called Joseph. "Josufe" was baptised in 1601, so might be the Gaunts Earthcott ancestor shown on the family tree drawn up in 1851 by Walter Sturge. This early will shows that John Sturges worked on the land and had some rather odd sounding implements of husbandry,
4 Joseph I STURGE (1616?-1669?) [1059]. Born 1616 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Died 1669 (app).
8 Thomas STURGE (1575?- ) [1070]. Born 1575 (app), Frampton Cotteral, South Gloucestershire, Marr 1600 (app).
Thomas of Gaunts Earthcott
If you travel south from Gloucester and follow the signpost to Gaunts Earthcott, near the Severn Bridge, you will come upon an attractive old manor house, at present at restaurant. Carved on this house you will read “T.S.” and the date 1605. This was the home of Thomas, the first Sturge of whom there is evidence. It is said that his father was John Sturge, or Sturridge in the local dialect, lord of the manor of Frampton Cotterell in the mid-sixteenth century, but Thomas is our first certain ancestor.
The Sturges were yeoman farmers and graziers in the Vale of Gloucester, farming their own land, which was some of the richest in the country, or holding it on renewable leases from the Corporation of Bristol.
The Gaunts Earthcott manor was part of a monastic estate granted to the city by Henry VIII after the dissolution of the monasteries.
9 [unnamed person] ( - ) [1072].
5 [unnamed person] (1610?- ) [1060]. Born 1610 (app).
3 Barbara WILLIAMS (1652?-1710?) [1058]. Born 1652 (app), Olverston, Gloucester. Died 1710 (app).
Nathan STURGE (1715-1802)
1 Nathan STURGE (1715-1802) [1159]. Born 1715, Olverston, Gloucester, England. Died 1802.
2 Joseph STURGE (1668- ) [1157]. Born 1668, Olverston, Gloucester, England. Marr Mary FRANCUM 1697.
Ridge Wood - as its name implies – is a tree-covered wedge of high ground that marks the boundary between Yate and Chipping Sodbury. Part of this woodland is believed to be ancient, but in past times, much of this landscape is likely to have been far more open.
Ridge House
This was a mansion house which remained in existence until the mid 20th century. It was surrounded by pleasure gardens. The year in which it first appeared is as yet unknown.
Ridge Families
Kelly’s Directory and the census returns yield valuable information regarding the inhabitants of Ridge House throughout the years.
In 1856, the house was occupied by William Sturge, who was a farmer. Incidentally, a Toby W Sturge lived at Lawn (close to St Mary’s Church in Yate) and it is possible that he may have been a relation. The Sturge family in Bristol had strong Quaker connections and became very influential members of society. Joseph Sturge IV (born 1724) was a farmer and land surveyor who formed the Bristol firm of J P Sturge & Sons. Another Joseph Sturge was renowned as a philanthropist who campaigned against slavery.
During the 17th Century, a William Sturge married Mary Walker and formed the Yate branch of this family - their home was described as a”fine old house in Yate”. It is likely that the William Sturge of 1856 was a descendant of this first William.
In 1859, we find documents relating to an alteration of a right of way across the fields immediately to the west of The Ridge which eventually cross the latter. The alteration seems to have been made in order to benefit Messrs J H and W W Marsh as it gave them easier access to their land. It does not appear that the Marsh family were resident at The Ridge as in 1861, William Sturge is still given as the occupant. It is possible that Sturge was a tenant of the Marsh family. He is described as being in possession of 68 acres and 2 servants, so it would seem that the estate has somewhat increased in size since 1837.
4 William STURGE (1642?- ) [1073]. Born 1642 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Marr Mary WALKER 1665.
8 Joseph I STURGE (1616?-1669?) [1059]. Born 1616 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Died 1669 (app).
9 [unnamed person] (1610?- ) [1060]. Born 1610 (app).
5 Mary WALKER ( - ) [1155].
3 Mary FRANCUM (1676- ) [1158]. Born 1676, Olverston, Gloucester, England.
Nathan STURGE (1644?- )
1 Nathan STURGE (1644?- ) [1076]. Born 1644 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England.
2 Joseph I STURGE (1616?-1669?) [1059]. Born 1616 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Died 1669 (app).
4 Thomas STURGE (1575?- ) [1070]. Born 1575 (app), Frampton Cotteral, South Gloucestershire, Marr 1600 (app).
Thomas of Gaunts Earthcott
If you travel south from Gloucester and follow the signpost to Gaunts Earthcott, near the Severn Bridge, you will come upon an attractive old manor house, at present at restaurant. Carved on this house you will read “T.S.” and the date 1605. This was the home of Thomas, the first Sturge of whom there is evidence. It is said that his father was John Sturge, or Sturridge in the local dialect, lord of the manor of Frampton Cotterell in the mid-sixteenth century, but Thomas is our first certain ancestor.
The Sturges were yeoman farmers and graziers in the Vale of Gloucester, farming their own land, which was some of the richest in the country, or holding it on renewable leases from the Corporation of Bristol.
The Gaunts Earthcott manor was part of a monastic estate granted to the city by Henry VIII after the dissolution of the monasteries.
8 John STURGE (1550?- ) [1071]. Born 1550 (app).
Member of Society of friends (Quakers)
Attendance at Meeting formed an important part of family life.
The Minutes of a Quarterly Meeting 1697, showed that Thomas Sturge of Gaunts, Earthcott, had helped to raise money for the Frenchay Meeting House.
Younger members did not always see eye to eye with the Elders, as 118 years later in 1815, another Thomas Sturge (Josephs VII father) anxiously prepared himself to ask the Olveston Meeting for permission to marry.
As members of the Society of Friends, it was necessary for them to state their intetions and obtain the approval of their respective Meetings.
5 [unnamed person] ( - ) [1072].
3 [unnamed person] (1610?- ) [1060]. Born 1610 (app).
Nathan STURGE ( - )
1 Nathan STURGE ( - ) [1175].
2 Joseph STURGE (1722-1779) [1164]. Born 1722, Olveston, Gloucestershire. Died 1779, Olveston, Gloucestershire.
4 Joseph III STURGE (1680-1761) [1153]. Born 1680. Died 1761.
8 Joseph II STURGE (1648?-1710?) [1057]. Born 1648 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Marr Barbara WILLIAMS 1674. Died 1710 (app).
The second Joseph, who died in 1710, lived first at Gaunts Earthcott and later at Littleton near Aust. He and his wife Barbara Williams had four children. In his Will, signed with “X his mark,” he left the Manor House to his younger son Caleb (who lived in fact in a house nearby,) “other grounds” to his son Joseph, five shillings to his daughter Mary (who had four successive husbands) and Ł5 and his best bed - reminding us of Shakespeare - to his daughter Elizabeth. In “Besse’s Collection of the Sufferings of the Quakers” Elizabeth Sturge is described as having been sent to a prison reformatory with twenty-two others in 1682 for “refusing to deposit a security” because of her faith.
Caleb was an eccentric, “a man who loved to take life easy. Among other occupations which did not meet his taste was chopping wood, and he therefore opened a hole in the back of the kitchen fireplace and passed the end of a log of wood through it, so that by pushing it gradually through he might have a fire without the labour of cutting it up.” He seems to have let his house fall into ruin, and was disowned by Friends for disorderly and unacceptable behaviour.
http://www.sturgefamily.com/Discover/THE%20STURGES%20OF%20BIRMINGHAM.htm
The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery. Joseph Sturge, whose name is recorded in the Olveston Quaker burials for 1669 would appear to be the father of William, Nehemia, Joseph, Abigail, Thomas and Nathan, but who was this Joseph? Where did he come from? Who was his wife?The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery.
"Where there's a will there's a way" goes the old saying. An old Sturge Will may go some way to solving the problem! Joseph's son married a girl named Barbara Williams and when they "took hands" at a Frenchay Quaker Meeting in 1674 Joseph and Barbara stated that they came from the village of Filton. No Sturge entries appear in the parish registers for St. Peter's, Filton, for this period, but the Will of a John Sturges of nearby Stoke Gifford mentions a son called Joseph. "Josufe" was baptised in 1601, so might be the Gaunts Earthcott ancestor shown on the family tree drawn up in 1851 by Walter Sturge. This early will shows that John Sturges worked on the land and had some rather odd sounding implements of husbandry,
9 Barbara WILLIAMS (1652?-1710?) [1058]. Born 1652 (app), Olverston, Gloucester. Died 1710 (app).
5 Mary YOUNG (1680- ) [1156]. Born 1680.
3 Frances PLAYER ( - ) [1165].
Thomas STURGE (1646?- )
1 Thomas STURGE (1646?- ) [1074]. Born 1646 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England.
Member of Society of friends (Quakers) - The Minutes of a Quarterly Meeting 1697, showed that Thomas Sturge of Gaunts, Earthcott, had helped to raise money for the Frenchay Meeting House.
2 Joseph I STURGE (1616?-1669?) [1059]. Born 1616 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Died 1669 (app).
4 Thomas STURGE (1575?- ) [1070]. Born 1575 (app), Frampton Cotteral, South Gloucestershire, Marr 1600 (app).
Thomas of Gaunts Earthcott
If you travel south from Gloucester and follow the signpost to Gaunts Earthcott, near the Severn Bridge, you will come upon an attractive old manor house, at present at restaurant. Carved on this house you will read “T.S.” and the date 1605. This was the home of Thomas, the first Sturge of whom there is evidence. It is said that his father was John Sturge, or Sturridge in the local dialect, lord of the manor of Frampton Cotterell in the mid-sixteenth century, but Thomas is our first certain ancestor.
The Sturges were yeoman farmers and graziers in the Vale of Gloucester, farming their own land, which was some of the richest in the country, or holding it on renewable leases from the Corporation of Bristol.
The Gaunts Earthcott manor was part of a monastic estate granted to the city by Henry VIII after the dissolution of the monasteries.
8 John STURGE (1550?- ) [1071]. Born 1550 (app).
Member of Society of friends (Quakers)
Attendance at Meeting formed an important part of family life.
The Minutes of a Quarterly Meeting 1697, showed that Thomas Sturge of Gaunts, Earthcott, had helped to raise money for the Frenchay Meeting House.
Younger members did not always see eye to eye with the Elders, as 118 years later in 1815, another Thomas Sturge (Josephs VII father) anxiously prepared himself to ask the Olveston Meeting for permission to marry.
As members of the Society of Friends, it was necessary for them to state their intetions and obtain the approval of their respective Meetings.
5 [unnamed person] ( - ) [1072].
3 [unnamed person] (1610?- ) [1060]. Born 1610 (app).
Thomas STURGE (1575?- )
1 Thomas STURGE (1575?- ) [1070]. Born 1575 (app), Frampton Cotteral, South Gloucestershire, Marr 1600 (app).
Thomas of Gaunts Earthcott
If you travel south from Gloucester and follow the signpost to Gaunts Earthcott, near the Severn Bridge, you will come upon an attractive old manor house, at present at restaurant. Carved on this house you will read “T.S.” and the date 1605. This was the home of Thomas, the first Sturge of whom there is evidence. It is said that his father was John Sturge, or Sturridge in the local dialect, lord of the manor of Frampton Cotterell in the mid-sixteenth century, but Thomas is our first certain ancestor.
The Sturges were yeoman farmers and graziers in the Vale of Gloucester, farming their own land, which was some of the richest in the country, or holding it on renewable leases from the Corporation of Bristol.
The Gaunts Earthcott manor was part of a monastic estate granted to the city by Henry VIII after the dissolution of the monasteries.
2 John STURGE (1550?- ) [1071]. Born 1550 (app).
Member of Society of friends (Quakers)
Attendance at Meeting formed an important part of family life.
The Minutes of a Quarterly Meeting 1697, showed that Thomas Sturge of Gaunts, Earthcott, had helped to raise money for the Frenchay Meeting House.
Younger members did not always see eye to eye with the Elders, as 118 years later in 1815, another Thomas Sturge (Josephs VII father) anxiously prepared himself to ask the Olveston Meeting for permission to marry.
As members of the Society of Friends, it was necessary for them to state their intetions and obtain the approval of their respective Meetings.
Thomas STURGE ( - )
1 Thomas STURGE ( - ) [1172].
2 Joseph STURGE (1722-1779) [1164]. Born 1722, Olveston, Gloucestershire. Died 1779, Olveston, Gloucestershire.
4 Joseph III STURGE (1680-1761) [1153]. Born 1680. Died 1761.
8 Joseph II STURGE (1648?-1710?) [1057]. Born 1648 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Marr Barbara WILLIAMS 1674. Died 1710 (app).
The second Joseph, who died in 1710, lived first at Gaunts Earthcott and later at Littleton near Aust. He and his wife Barbara Williams had four children. In his Will, signed with “X his mark,” he left the Manor House to his younger son Caleb (who lived in fact in a house nearby,) “other grounds” to his son Joseph, five shillings to his daughter Mary (who had four successive husbands) and Ł5 and his best bed - reminding us of Shakespeare - to his daughter Elizabeth. In “Besse’s Collection of the Sufferings of the Quakers” Elizabeth Sturge is described as having been sent to a prison reformatory with twenty-two others in 1682 for “refusing to deposit a security” because of her faith.
Caleb was an eccentric, “a man who loved to take life easy. Among other occupations which did not meet his taste was chopping wood, and he therefore opened a hole in the back of the kitchen fireplace and passed the end of a log of wood through it, so that by pushing it gradually through he might have a fire without the labour of cutting it up.” He seems to have let his house fall into ruin, and was disowned by Friends for disorderly and unacceptable behaviour.
http://www.sturgefamily.com/Discover/THE%20STURGES%20OF%20BIRMINGHAM.htm
The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery. Joseph Sturge, whose name is recorded in the Olveston Quaker burials for 1669 would appear to be the father of William, Nehemia, Joseph, Abigail, Thomas and Nathan, but who was this Joseph? Where did he come from? Who was his wife?The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery.
"Where there's a will there's a way" goes the old saying. An old Sturge Will may go some way to solving the problem! Joseph's son married a girl named Barbara Williams and when they "took hands" at a Frenchay Quaker Meeting in 1674 Joseph and Barbara stated that they came from the village of Filton. No Sturge entries appear in the parish registers for St. Peter's, Filton, for this period, but the Will of a John Sturges of nearby Stoke Gifford mentions a son called Joseph. "Josufe" was baptised in 1601, so might be the Gaunts Earthcott ancestor shown on the family tree drawn up in 1851 by Walter Sturge. This early will shows that John Sturges worked on the land and had some rather odd sounding implements of husbandry,
9 Barbara WILLIAMS (1652?-1710?) [1058]. Born 1652 (app), Olverston, Gloucester. Died 1710 (app).
5 Mary YOUNG (1680- ) [1156]. Born 1680.
3 Frances PLAYER ( - ) [1165].
William STURGE (1642?- )
1 William STURGE (1642?- ) [1073]. Born 1642 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Marr Mary WALKER 1665.
2 Joseph I STURGE (1616?-1669?) [1059]. Born 1616 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Died 1669 (app).
4 Thomas STURGE (1575?- ) [1070]. Born 1575 (app), Frampton Cotteral, South Gloucestershire, Marr 1600 (app).
Thomas of Gaunts Earthcott
If you travel south from Gloucester and follow the signpost to Gaunts Earthcott, near the Severn Bridge, you will come upon an attractive old manor house, at present at restaurant. Carved on this house you will read “T.S.” and the date 1605. This was the home of Thomas, the first Sturge of whom there is evidence. It is said that his father was John Sturge, or Sturridge in the local dialect, lord of the manor of Frampton Cotterell in the mid-sixteenth century, but Thomas is our first certain ancestor.
The Sturges were yeoman farmers and graziers in the Vale of Gloucester, farming their own land, which was some of the richest in the country, or holding it on renewable leases from the Corporation of Bristol.
The Gaunts Earthcott manor was part of a monastic estate granted to the city by Henry VIII after the dissolution of the monasteries.
8 John STURGE (1550?- ) [1071]. Born 1550 (app).
Member of Society of friends (Quakers)
Attendance at Meeting formed an important part of family life.
The Minutes of a Quarterly Meeting 1697, showed that Thomas Sturge of Gaunts, Earthcott, had helped to raise money for the Frenchay Meeting House.
Younger members did not always see eye to eye with the Elders, as 118 years later in 1815, another Thomas Sturge (Josephs VII father) anxiously prepared himself to ask the Olveston Meeting for permission to marry.
As members of the Society of Friends, it was necessary for them to state their intetions and obtain the approval of their respective Meetings.
5 [unnamed person] ( - ) [1072].
3 [unnamed person] (1610?- ) [1060]. Born 1610 (app).
Young STURGE ( - )
1 Young STURGE ( - ) [1115].
Jane SWALWELL ( - )
1 Jane Ann (Jennie) SWALWELL ( - ) [275]. Born. Died.
Lesley SWINBOURNE (1919- )
1 Lesley SWINBOURNE (1919- ) [210]. Born 1919. Died.
Edith SYMONDS (1592?-1650)
1 Edith SYMONDS (1592?-1650) [796]. Born 1592 (app). Christened 1592, Gorwell, Dorset. Died 24 Jan 1650, Little Symmonds.
Eleanor TALBOT ( -1468)
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1 Eleanor TALBOT ( -1468) [622]. Died 1468.
Lady and mistress to King Edward IV.
2 John TALBOT (1386?-1453) [617]. Born 1386 (app). Marr Margaret BEAUCHAMP 6 Sep 1425. Died 17 Jul 1453, Battle of Castillon near Bordeaux.
John Talbot, 1st Earl of Shrewsbury, 1st Earl of Waterford, 10th Baron Strange of Blackmere, 7th Baron Talbot and 6th Baron Furnivall "jure uxoris" (by right of his wife), known as "Old Talbot" was an important English military commander during the Hundred Years' War, as well as the only Lancastrian Constable of France.
He was appointed in 1445 by Henry VI (as king of France) as Constable of France. Taken hostage at Rouen in 1449 he promised never to wear armour against the French King again, and he was true to his word. He was defeated and killed in 1453 at the Battle of Castillon near Bordeaux, which effectively ended English rule in the duchy of Gascony, a principal cause of the Hundred Years' War. His heart was buried in the doorway of St Alkmund's Church, Whitchurch, Shropshire.
4 Richard TALBOT ( - ) [626].
5 Ankaret le STRANGE ( - ) [627].
3 Margaret BEAUCHAMP (1404-1468) [616]. Born 1404. Died 14 Jun 1468.
During the troubled years of the Wars of the Roses, the dispute frequently passed from litigation to actual violence. Lord Berkeley sacked Margaret's manor at Wotton-under-Edge in Gloucestershire, in return for which her son, the Viscount Lisle, stormed Berkeley Castle (1452) and took him prisoner. Margaret also succeeded in having Lord Berkeley's wife, Isabel Mowbray, committed to prison, where she died that year.
Her great-grandson John Dudley was created Earl of Warwick and subsequently Duke of Northumberland.
She is buried in St Faith under St Paul's at London.
6 Richard de BEAUCHAMP (1382-1439) [612]. Born 23 Jan 1382, Salwarpe in Worcestershire. Died 30 Apr 1439.
Was an English medieval nobleman and military commander.
He was made a Knight of the Garter in around 1405 and acquired quite a reputation for chivalry, and when in 1408 he went on pilgrimage to the Holy Land, he was challenged many times to fight in the sporting combat which was then popular. On the return trip he went through Russia and Eastern Europe, not returning to England until 1410.
12 Thomas de BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [613].
13 Margaret FERRERS ( - ) [614].
7 Elizabeth de BERKELEY (1386?-1422) [611]. Born 1386 (app). Died 28 Dec 1422.
14 Thomas de BERKELEY (1352?-1417) [607]. Born 1352 (app), Berkeley Castle, Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Died 13 Jul 1417.
15 Margaret de LISLE (1360-1392) [608]. Born 1360. Died 1392.
Elizabeth TALBOT ( -1453?)
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1 Elizabeth TALBOT ( -1453?) [621]. Died 1453 (app).
Lady.
2 John TALBOT (1386?-1453) [617]. Born 1386 (app). Marr Margaret BEAUCHAMP 6 Sep 1425. Died 17 Jul 1453, Battle of Castillon near Bordeaux.
John Talbot, 1st Earl of Shrewsbury, 1st Earl of Waterford, 10th Baron Strange of Blackmere, 7th Baron Talbot and 6th Baron Furnivall "jure uxoris" (by right of his wife), known as "Old Talbot" was an important English military commander during the Hundred Years' War, as well as the only Lancastrian Constable of France.
He was appointed in 1445 by Henry VI (as king of France) as Constable of France. Taken hostage at Rouen in 1449 he promised never to wear armour against the French King again, and he was true to his word. He was defeated and killed in 1453 at the Battle of Castillon near Bordeaux, which effectively ended English rule in the duchy of Gascony, a principal cause of the Hundred Years' War. His heart was buried in the doorway of St Alkmund's Church, Whitchurch, Shropshire.
4 Richard TALBOT ( - ) [626].
5 Ankaret le STRANGE ( - ) [627].
3 Margaret BEAUCHAMP (1404-1468) [616]. Born 1404. Died 14 Jun 1468.
During the troubled years of the Wars of the Roses, the dispute frequently passed from litigation to actual violence. Lord Berkeley sacked Margaret's manor at Wotton-under-Edge in Gloucestershire, in return for which her son, the Viscount Lisle, stormed Berkeley Castle (1452) and took him prisoner. Margaret also succeeded in having Lord Berkeley's wife, Isabel Mowbray, committed to prison, where she died that year.
Her great-grandson John Dudley was created Earl of Warwick and subsequently Duke of Northumberland.
She is buried in St Faith under St Paul's at London.
6 Richard de BEAUCHAMP (1382-1439) [612]. Born 23 Jan 1382, Salwarpe in Worcestershire. Died 30 Apr 1439.
Was an English medieval nobleman and military commander.
He was made a Knight of the Garter in around 1405 and acquired quite a reputation for chivalry, and when in 1408 he went on pilgrimage to the Holy Land, he was challenged many times to fight in the sporting combat which was then popular. On the return trip he went through Russia and Eastern Europe, not returning to England until 1410.
12 Thomas de BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [613].
13 Margaret FERRERS ( - ) [614].
7 Elizabeth de BERKELEY (1386?-1422) [611]. Born 1386 (app). Died 28 Dec 1422.
14 Thomas de BERKELEY (1352?-1417) [607]. Born 1352 (app), Berkeley Castle, Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Died 13 Jul 1417.
15 Margaret de LISLE (1360-1392) [608]. Born 1360. Died 1392.
Humphrey TALBOT ( -1492?)
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1 Humphrey TALBOT ( -1492?) [620]. Died 1492 (app).
Sir.
2 John TALBOT (1386?-1453) [617]. Born 1386 (app). Marr Margaret BEAUCHAMP 6 Sep 1425. Died 17 Jul 1453, Battle of Castillon near Bordeaux.
John Talbot, 1st Earl of Shrewsbury, 1st Earl of Waterford, 10th Baron Strange of Blackmere, 7th Baron Talbot and 6th Baron Furnivall "jure uxoris" (by right of his wife), known as "Old Talbot" was an important English military commander during the Hundred Years' War, as well as the only Lancastrian Constable of France.
He was appointed in 1445 by Henry VI (as king of France) as Constable of France. Taken hostage at Rouen in 1449 he promised never to wear armour against the French King again, and he was true to his word. He was defeated and killed in 1453 at the Battle of Castillon near Bordeaux, which effectively ended English rule in the duchy of Gascony, a principal cause of the Hundred Years' War. His heart was buried in the doorway of St Alkmund's Church, Whitchurch, Shropshire.
4 Richard TALBOT ( - ) [626].
5 Ankaret le STRANGE ( - ) [627].
3 Margaret BEAUCHAMP (1404-1468) [616]. Born 1404. Died 14 Jun 1468.
During the troubled years of the Wars of the Roses, the dispute frequently passed from litigation to actual violence. Lord Berkeley sacked Margaret's manor at Wotton-under-Edge in Gloucestershire, in return for which her son, the Viscount Lisle, stormed Berkeley Castle (1452) and took him prisoner. Margaret also succeeded in having Lord Berkeley's wife, Isabel Mowbray, committed to prison, where she died that year.
Her great-grandson John Dudley was created Earl of Warwick and subsequently Duke of Northumberland.
She is buried in St Faith under St Paul's at London.
6 Richard de BEAUCHAMP (1382-1439) [612]. Born 23 Jan 1382, Salwarpe in Worcestershire. Died 30 Apr 1439.
Was an English medieval nobleman and military commander.
He was made a Knight of the Garter in around 1405 and acquired quite a reputation for chivalry, and when in 1408 he went on pilgrimage to the Holy Land, he was challenged many times to fight in the sporting combat which was then popular. On the return trip he went through Russia and Eastern Europe, not returning to England until 1410.
12 Thomas de BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [613].
13 Margaret FERRERS ( - ) [614].
7 Elizabeth de BERKELEY (1386?-1422) [611]. Born 1386 (app). Died 28 Dec 1422.
14 Thomas de BERKELEY (1352?-1417) [607]. Born 1352 (app), Berkeley Castle, Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Died 13 Jul 1417.
15 Margaret de LISLE (1360-1392) [608]. Born 1360. Died 1392.
Joan TALBOT ( - )
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1 Joan TALBOT ( - ) [624].
2 John TALBOT (1386?-1453) [617]. Born 1386 (app). Marr Margaret BEAUCHAMP 6 Sep 1425. Died 17 Jul 1453, Battle of Castillon near Bordeaux.
John Talbot, 1st Earl of Shrewsbury, 1st Earl of Waterford, 10th Baron Strange of Blackmere, 7th Baron Talbot and 6th Baron Furnivall "jure uxoris" (by right of his wife), known as "Old Talbot" was an important English military commander during the Hundred Years' War, as well as the only Lancastrian Constable of France.
He was appointed in 1445 by Henry VI (as king of France) as Constable of France. Taken hostage at Rouen in 1449 he promised never to wear armour against the French King again, and he was true to his word. He was defeated and killed in 1453 at the Battle of Castillon near Bordeaux, which effectively ended English rule in the duchy of Gascony, a principal cause of the Hundred Years' War. His heart was buried in the doorway of St Alkmund's Church, Whitchurch, Shropshire.
4 Richard TALBOT ( - ) [626].
5 Ankaret le STRANGE ( - ) [627].
3 Margaret BEAUCHAMP (1404-1468) [616]. Born 1404. Died 14 Jun 1468.
During the troubled years of the Wars of the Roses, the dispute frequently passed from litigation to actual violence. Lord Berkeley sacked Margaret's manor at Wotton-under-Edge in Gloucestershire, in return for which her son, the Viscount Lisle, stormed Berkeley Castle (1452) and took him prisoner. Margaret also succeeded in having Lord Berkeley's wife, Isabel Mowbray, committed to prison, where she died that year.
Her great-grandson John Dudley was created Earl of Warwick and subsequently Duke of Northumberland.
She is buried in St Faith under St Paul's at London.
6 Richard de BEAUCHAMP (1382-1439) [612]. Born 23 Jan 1382, Salwarpe in Worcestershire. Died 30 Apr 1439.
Was an English medieval nobleman and military commander.
He was made a Knight of the Garter in around 1405 and acquired quite a reputation for chivalry, and when in 1408 he went on pilgrimage to the Holy Land, he was challenged many times to fight in the sporting combat which was then popular. On the return trip he went through Russia and Eastern Europe, not returning to England until 1410.
12 Thomas de BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [613].
13 Margaret FERRERS ( - ) [614].
7 Elizabeth de BERKELEY (1386?-1422) [611]. Born 1386 (app). Died 28 Dec 1422.
14 Thomas de BERKELEY (1352?-1417) [607]. Born 1352 (app), Berkeley Castle, Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Died 13 Jul 1417.
15 Margaret de LISLE (1360-1392) [608]. Born 1360. Died 1392.
John TALBOT ( -1453)
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1 John TALBOT ( -1453) [619]. Died 1453.
2 John TALBOT (1386?-1453) [617]. Born 1386 (app). Marr Margaret BEAUCHAMP 6 Sep 1425. Died 17 Jul 1453, Battle of Castillon near Bordeaux.
John Talbot, 1st Earl of Shrewsbury, 1st Earl of Waterford, 10th Baron Strange of Blackmere, 7th Baron Talbot and 6th Baron Furnivall "jure uxoris" (by right of his wife), known as "Old Talbot" was an important English military commander during the Hundred Years' War, as well as the only Lancastrian Constable of France.
He was appointed in 1445 by Henry VI (as king of France) as Constable of France. Taken hostage at Rouen in 1449 he promised never to wear armour against the French King again, and he was true to his word. He was defeated and killed in 1453 at the Battle of Castillon near Bordeaux, which effectively ended English rule in the duchy of Gascony, a principal cause of the Hundred Years' War. His heart was buried in the doorway of St Alkmund's Church, Whitchurch, Shropshire.
4 Richard TALBOT ( - ) [626].
5 Ankaret le STRANGE ( - ) [627].
3 Margaret BEAUCHAMP (1404-1468) [616]. Born 1404. Died 14 Jun 1468.
During the troubled years of the Wars of the Roses, the dispute frequently passed from litigation to actual violence. Lord Berkeley sacked Margaret's manor at Wotton-under-Edge in Gloucestershire, in return for which her son, the Viscount Lisle, stormed Berkeley Castle (1452) and took him prisoner. Margaret also succeeded in having Lord Berkeley's wife, Isabel Mowbray, committed to prison, where she died that year.
Her great-grandson John Dudley was created Earl of Warwick and subsequently Duke of Northumberland.
She is buried in St Faith under St Paul's at London.
6 Richard de BEAUCHAMP (1382-1439) [612]. Born 23 Jan 1382, Salwarpe in Worcestershire. Died 30 Apr 1439.
Was an English medieval nobleman and military commander.
He was made a Knight of the Garter in around 1405 and acquired quite a reputation for chivalry, and when in 1408 he went on pilgrimage to the Holy Land, he was challenged many times to fight in the sporting combat which was then popular. On the return trip he went through Russia and Eastern Europe, not returning to England until 1410.
12 Thomas de BEAUCHAMP ( - ) [613].
13 Margaret FERRERS ( - ) [614].
7 Elizabeth de BERKELEY (1386?-1422) [611]. Born 1386 (app). Died 28 Dec 1422.
14 Thomas de BERKELEY (1352?-1417) [607]. Born 1352 (app), Berkeley Castle, Berkeley, Gloucestershire, England. Died 13 Jul 1417.
15 Margaret de LISLE (1360-1392) [608]. Born 1360. Died 1392.
John TALBOT (1386?-1453)
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1 John TALBOT (1386?-1453) [617]. Born 1386 (app). Marr Margaret BEAUCHAMP 6 Sep 1425. Died 17 Jul 1453, Battle of Castillon near Bordeaux.
John Talbot, 1st Earl of Shrewsbury, 1st Earl of Waterford, 10th Baron Strange of Blackmere, 7th Baron Talbot and 6th Baron Furnivall "jure uxoris" (by right of his wife), known as "Old Talbot" was an important English military commander during the Hundred Years' War, as well as the only Lancastrian Constable of France.
He was appointed in 1445 by Henry VI (as king of France) as Constable of France. Taken hostage at Rouen in 1449 he promised never to wear armour against the French King again, and he was true to his word. He was defeated and killed in 1453 at the Battle of Castillon near Bordeaux, which effectively ended English rule in the duchy of Gascony, a principal cause of the Hundred Years' War. His heart was buried in the doorway of St Alkmund's Church, Whitchurch, Shropshire.
2 Richard TALBOT ( - ) [626].
3 Ankaret le STRANGE ( - ) [627].
Mary TALBOT ( -1710)
1 Mary TALBOT ( -1710) [942]. Died Mar 1710.
Richard TALBOT ( - )
1 Richard TALBOT ( - ) [626].
George TANNER (1828- )
1 George TANNER (1828- ) [1065]. Born 29 Jun 1828, Portishead, Somerset.
2 James TANNER (1791?-1826?) [1061]. Born 1791 (app). Marr Rachel WITHY 17 May 1826, Frenchay, Somerset. Died 1826 (app).
3 Rachel WITHY (1799-1840?) [113]. Born 22 Jul 1799, Castle Precincts, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1840 (app).
6 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
12 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
13 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
7 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
14 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
15 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
Gertrude TANNER (1871-1918)
1 Gertrude Amy TANNER (1871-1918) [1077]. Born 21 Jul 1871, Bristol, England. Marr Arthur James MOLONY 19 Oct 1898, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. Died 12 Jun 1918, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
2 James TANNER (1836-1897) [1062]. Born 8 Mar 1836, Portishead, Somerset. Marr Gertrude Mary HINGSTON 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 13 Dec 1897, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
4 James TANNER (1791?-1826?) [1061]. Born 1791 (app). Marr Rachel WITHY 17 May 1826, Frenchay, Somerset. Died 1826 (app).
5 Rachel WITHY (1799-1840?) [113]. Born 22 Jul 1799, Castle Precincts, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1840 (app).
10 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
11 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
3 Gertrude Mary HINGSTON (1840-1933) [1066]. Born 25 Aug 1840, Bristol, Gloucester, England. Died 1 Dec 1933, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
6 Thomas HINGSTON ( - ) [1067].
7 Mary RING ( - ) [1068].
James TANNER (1836-1897)
1 James TANNER (1836-1897) [1062]. Born 8 Mar 1836, Portishead, Somerset. Marr Gertrude Mary HINGSTON 22 Nov 1865, Friend's Meeting House, Portishead, , England. Died 13 Dec 1897, Tepuke, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand.
2 James TANNER (1791?-1826?) [1061]. Born 1791 (app). Marr Rachel WITHY 17 May 1826, Frenchay, Somerset. Died 1826 (app).
3 Rachel WITHY (1799-1840?) [113]. Born 22 Jul 1799, Castle Precincts, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1840 (app).
6 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
12 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
13 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
7 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
14 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
15 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
James TANNER (1791?-1826?)
1 James TANNER (1791?-1826?) [1061]. Born 1791 (app). Marr Rachel WITHY 17 May 1826, Frenchay, Somerset. Died 1826 (app).
John TANNER (1833-1906)
1 John TANNER (1833-1906) [1064]. Born 22 Jun 1833, Portishead, Somerset. Died Oct 1906.
2 James TANNER (1791?-1826?) [1061]. Born 1791 (app). Marr Rachel WITHY 17 May 1826, Frenchay, Somerset. Died 1826 (app).
3 Rachel WITHY (1799-1840?) [113]. Born 22 Jul 1799, Castle Precincts, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1840 (app).
6 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
12 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
13 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
7 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
14 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
15 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
Mary TANNER (1741-1803)
1 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Marr Edward HARWOOD 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
2 William TANNER (1708?- ) [566]. Born 1708 (app). Marr Rachel THOMAS 1733 (app).
4 William TANNER (1680?- ) [1055]. Born 1680 (app). Marr Mary STURGE 1707.
5 Mary STURGE (1685?- ) [1056]. Born 1685 (app).
10 Joseph II STURGE (1648?-1710?) [1057]. Born 1648 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Marr Barbara WILLIAMS 1674. Died 1710 (app).
The second Joseph, who died in 1710, lived first at Gaunts Earthcott and later at Littleton near Aust. He and his wife Barbara Williams had four children. In his Will, signed with “X his mark,” he left the Manor House to his younger son Caleb (who lived in fact in a house nearby,) “other grounds” to his son Joseph, five shillings to his daughter Mary (who had four successive husbands) and Ł5 and his best bed - reminding us of Shakespeare - to his daughter Elizabeth. In “Besse’s Collection of the Sufferings of the Quakers” Elizabeth Sturge is described as having been sent to a prison reformatory with twenty-two others in 1682 for “refusing to deposit a security” because of her faith.
Caleb was an eccentric, “a man who loved to take life easy. Among other occupations which did not meet his taste was chopping wood, and he therefore opened a hole in the back of the kitchen fireplace and passed the end of a log of wood through it, so that by pushing it gradually through he might have a fire without the labour of cutting it up.” He seems to have let his house fall into ruin, and was disowned by Friends for disorderly and unacceptable behaviour.
http://www.sturgefamily.com/Discover/THE%20STURGES%20OF%20BIRMINGHAM.htm
The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery. Joseph Sturge, whose name is recorded in the Olveston Quaker burials for 1669 would appear to be the father of William, Nehemia, Joseph, Abigail, Thomas and Nathan, but who was this Joseph? Where did he come from? Who was his wife?The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery.
"Where there's a will there's a way" goes the old saying. An old Sturge Will may go some way to solving the problem! Joseph's son married a girl named Barbara Williams and when they "took hands" at a Frenchay Quaker Meeting in 1674 Joseph and Barbara stated that they came from the village of Filton. No Sturge entries appear in the parish registers for St. Peter's, Filton, for this period, but the Will of a John Sturges of nearby Stoke Gifford mentions a son called Joseph. "Josufe" was baptised in 1601, so might be the Gaunts Earthcott ancestor shown on the family tree drawn up in 1851 by Walter Sturge. This early will shows that John Sturges worked on the land and had some rather odd sounding implements of husbandry,
11 Barbara WILLIAMS (1652?-1710?) [1058]. Born 1652 (app), Olverston, Gloucester. Died 1710 (app).
3 Rachel THOMAS (1711?-1769?) [567]. Born 1711 (app). Died 1769 (app).
Mary TANNER (1830-1919)
1 Mary Ann TANNER (1830-1919) [1063]. Born 31 May 1830, Portishead, Somerset. Died 10 Apr 1919.
2 James TANNER (1791?-1826?) [1061]. Born 1791 (app). Marr Rachel WITHY 17 May 1826, Frenchay, Somerset. Died 1826 (app).
3 Rachel WITHY (1799-1840?) [113]. Born 22 Jul 1799, Castle Precincts, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1840 (app).
6 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
12 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
13 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
7 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
14 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
15 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
Thomas TANNER ( - )
1 Thomas TANNER ( - ) [838].
2 William TANNER (1708?- ) [566]. Born 1708 (app). Marr Rachel THOMAS 1733 (app).
4 William TANNER (1680?- ) [1055]. Born 1680 (app). Marr Mary STURGE 1707.
5 Mary STURGE (1685?- ) [1056]. Born 1685 (app).
10 Joseph II STURGE (1648?-1710?) [1057]. Born 1648 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Marr Barbara WILLIAMS 1674. Died 1710 (app).
The second Joseph, who died in 1710, lived first at Gaunts Earthcott and later at Littleton near Aust. He and his wife Barbara Williams had four children. In his Will, signed with “X his mark,” he left the Manor House to his younger son Caleb (who lived in fact in a house nearby,) “other grounds” to his son Joseph, five shillings to his daughter Mary (who had four successive husbands) and Ł5 and his best bed - reminding us of Shakespeare - to his daughter Elizabeth. In “Besse’s Collection of the Sufferings of the Quakers” Elizabeth Sturge is described as having been sent to a prison reformatory with twenty-two others in 1682 for “refusing to deposit a security” because of her faith.
Caleb was an eccentric, “a man who loved to take life easy. Among other occupations which did not meet his taste was chopping wood, and he therefore opened a hole in the back of the kitchen fireplace and passed the end of a log of wood through it, so that by pushing it gradually through he might have a fire without the labour of cutting it up.” He seems to have let his house fall into ruin, and was disowned by Friends for disorderly and unacceptable behaviour.
http://www.sturgefamily.com/Discover/THE%20STURGES%20OF%20BIRMINGHAM.htm
The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery. Joseph Sturge, whose name is recorded in the Olveston Quaker burials for 1669 would appear to be the father of William, Nehemia, Joseph, Abigail, Thomas and Nathan, but who was this Joseph? Where did he come from? Who was his wife?The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery.
"Where there's a will there's a way" goes the old saying. An old Sturge Will may go some way to solving the problem! Joseph's son married a girl named Barbara Williams and when they "took hands" at a Frenchay Quaker Meeting in 1674 Joseph and Barbara stated that they came from the village of Filton. No Sturge entries appear in the parish registers for St. Peter's, Filton, for this period, but the Will of a John Sturges of nearby Stoke Gifford mentions a son called Joseph. "Josufe" was baptised in 1601, so might be the Gaunts Earthcott ancestor shown on the family tree drawn up in 1851 by Walter Sturge. This early will shows that John Sturges worked on the land and had some rather odd sounding implements of husbandry,
11 Barbara WILLIAMS (1652?-1710?) [1058]. Born 1652 (app), Olverston, Gloucester. Died 1710 (app).
3 Rachel THOMAS (1711?-1769?) [567]. Born 1711 (app). Died 1769 (app).
William TANNER (1708?- )
1 William TANNER (1708?- ) [566]. Born 1708 (app). Marr Rachel THOMAS 1733 (app).
2 William TANNER (1680?- ) [1055]. Born 1680 (app). Marr Mary STURGE 1707.
3 Mary STURGE (1685?- ) [1056]. Born 1685 (app).
6 Joseph II STURGE (1648?-1710?) [1057]. Born 1648 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Marr Barbara WILLIAMS 1674. Died 1710 (app).
The second Joseph, who died in 1710, lived first at Gaunts Earthcott and later at Littleton near Aust. He and his wife Barbara Williams had four children. In his Will, signed with “X his mark,” he left the Manor House to his younger son Caleb (who lived in fact in a house nearby,) “other grounds” to his son Joseph, five shillings to his daughter Mary (who had four successive husbands) and Ł5 and his best bed - reminding us of Shakespeare - to his daughter Elizabeth. In “Besse’s Collection of the Sufferings of the Quakers” Elizabeth Sturge is described as having been sent to a prison reformatory with twenty-two others in 1682 for “refusing to deposit a security” because of her faith.
Caleb was an eccentric, “a man who loved to take life easy. Among other occupations which did not meet his taste was chopping wood, and he therefore opened a hole in the back of the kitchen fireplace and passed the end of a log of wood through it, so that by pushing it gradually through he might have a fire without the labour of cutting it up.” He seems to have let his house fall into ruin, and was disowned by Friends for disorderly and unacceptable behaviour.
http://www.sturgefamily.com/Discover/THE%20STURGES%20OF%20BIRMINGHAM.htm
The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery. Joseph Sturge, whose name is recorded in the Olveston Quaker burials for 1669 would appear to be the father of William, Nehemia, Joseph, Abigail, Thomas and Nathan, but who was this Joseph? Where did he come from? Who was his wife?The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery.
"Where there's a will there's a way" goes the old saying. An old Sturge Will may go some way to solving the problem! Joseph's son married a girl named Barbara Williams and when they "took hands" at a Frenchay Quaker Meeting in 1674 Joseph and Barbara stated that they came from the village of Filton. No Sturge entries appear in the parish registers for St. Peter's, Filton, for this period, but the Will of a John Sturges of nearby Stoke Gifford mentions a son called Joseph. "Josufe" was baptised in 1601, so might be the Gaunts Earthcott ancestor shown on the family tree drawn up in 1851 by Walter Sturge. This early will shows that John Sturges worked on the land and had some rather odd sounding implements of husbandry,
12 Joseph I STURGE (1616?-1669?) [1059]. Born 1616 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Died 1669 (app).
13 [unnamed person] (1610?- ) [1060]. Born 1610 (app).
7 Barbara WILLIAMS (1652?-1710?) [1058]. Born 1652 (app), Olverston, Gloucester. Died 1710 (app).
William TANNER (1680?- )
1 William TANNER (1680?- ) [1055]. Born 1680 (app). Marr Mary STURGE 1707.
William TANNER ( - )
1 William TANNER ( - ) [836]. Marr Hannah CURTIS 29 Mar 1771, Sidcot.
Possible brother of Mary?? - parish of Shiplett Bleadon.
2 William TANNER (1708?- ) [566]. Born 1708 (app). Marr Rachel THOMAS 1733 (app).
4 William TANNER (1680?- ) [1055]. Born 1680 (app). Marr Mary STURGE 1707.
5 Mary STURGE (1685?- ) [1056]. Born 1685 (app).
10 Joseph II STURGE (1648?-1710?) [1057]. Born 1648 (app), Earthcott, Gloucester, England. Marr Barbara WILLIAMS 1674. Died 1710 (app).
The second Joseph, who died in 1710, lived first at Gaunts Earthcott and later at Littleton near Aust. He and his wife Barbara Williams had four children. In his Will, signed with “X his mark,” he left the Manor House to his younger son Caleb (who lived in fact in a house nearby,) “other grounds” to his son Joseph, five shillings to his daughter Mary (who had four successive husbands) and Ł5 and his best bed - reminding us of Shakespeare - to his daughter Elizabeth. In “Besse’s Collection of the Sufferings of the Quakers” Elizabeth Sturge is described as having been sent to a prison reformatory with twenty-two others in 1682 for “refusing to deposit a security” because of her faith.
Caleb was an eccentric, “a man who loved to take life easy. Among other occupations which did not meet his taste was chopping wood, and he therefore opened a hole in the back of the kitchen fireplace and passed the end of a log of wood through it, so that by pushing it gradually through he might have a fire without the labour of cutting it up.” He seems to have let his house fall into ruin, and was disowned by Friends for disorderly and unacceptable behaviour.
http://www.sturgefamily.com/Discover/THE%20STURGES%20OF%20BIRMINGHAM.htm
The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery. Joseph Sturge, whose name is recorded in the Olveston Quaker burials for 1669 would appear to be the father of William, Nehemia, Joseph, Abigail, Thomas and Nathan, but who was this Joseph? Where did he come from? Who was his wife?The story of the Quaker Sturges has already been well recorded but the origins of the family who lived in the region of Gaunts Earthcott remains something of a mystery.
"Where there's a will there's a way" goes the old saying. An old Sturge Will may go some way to solving the problem! Joseph's son married a girl named Barbara Williams and when they "took hands" at a Frenchay Quaker Meeting in 1674 Joseph and Barbara stated that they came from the village of Filton. No Sturge entries appear in the parish registers for St. Peter's, Filton, for this period, but the Will of a John Sturges of nearby Stoke Gifford mentions a son called Joseph. "Josufe" was baptised in 1601, so might be the Gaunts Earthcott ancestor shown on the family tree drawn up in 1851 by Walter Sturge. This early will shows that John Sturges worked on the land and had some rather odd sounding implements of husbandry,
11 Barbara WILLIAMS (1652?-1710?) [1058]. Born 1652 (app), Olverston, Gloucester. Died 1710 (app).
3 Rachel THOMAS (1711?-1769?) [567]. Born 1711 (app). Died 1769 (app).
Beatrice TAYLOR ( - )
1 Beatrice TAYLOR ( - ) [287]. Born. Died.
2 George TAYLOR ( -1984) [286]. Born. Died 1984.
3 Beatrice Ada FOSTER (1892-1970) [284]. Born 1892, Houghton Le Spring, Durham. Died 1970.
6 Thomas FOSTER 1 (1861-1924) [279]. Born 1861, Reepham Lincolnshire. Marr Ada BROWN 27 Dec 1886, St. Swithin'S, Lincoln, England. Died 1924.
lived at Drummond Road, Hoylake, Wirral
In 1881 census, lived at 22, Winn Street, Lincoln St Swithin with Sarah Fothergill (widow) - as her Nephew.
In 1891 Census, lived at: 121 William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham
In 1901 Census, lived at: 2, Cable Road, Hoylake Cum West Kirby.
12 John FOSTER (1814- ) [543]. Born 1814, Reepham, Lincolnshire.
13 Ann (1834- ) [544]. Born 1834, Fiskerton, Lincolnshire.
7 Ada BROWN 2 (1867-1948) [280]. Born 1867, Parishes of St Nicholas, lincolnshire. Died 1948.
In 1871v Census, living at: Church Lane, St Nicholas, Lincoln, with BROWN, Mark - Head - M - 43 - 1828 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Jane Wife - F - 30 - 1841 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Emily J - Sister - F - 2 - 1869 - Lincolnshire.
In 1881 Census, living at: 30, Canwick Rd, Lincoln St Mary-Le-Wigford (Stepdaughter to GRAHAM, John William and Jane).
14 Mark BROWN (1828- ) [506]. Born 1828, Lincolnshire.
15 Jane UNKNOWN (1841- ) [507]. Born 1841, Lincolnshire.
Sources
| 1 | Gordon ?? |
| 2 | FHF & EM Marriage Certificate |
George TAYLOR ( -1984)
1 George TAYLOR ( -1984) [286]. Born. Died 1984.
Peter TAYLOR ( - )
1 Peter TAYLOR ( - ) [288]. Born. Died.
2 George TAYLOR ( -1984) [286]. Born. Died 1984.
3 Beatrice Ada FOSTER (1892-1970) [284]. Born 1892, Houghton Le Spring, Durham. Died 1970.
6 Thomas FOSTER 1 (1861-1924) [279]. Born 1861, Reepham Lincolnshire. Marr Ada BROWN 27 Dec 1886, St. Swithin'S, Lincoln, England. Died 1924.
lived at Drummond Road, Hoylake, Wirral
In 1881 census, lived at 22, Winn Street, Lincoln St Swithin with Sarah Fothergill (widow) - as her Nephew.
In 1891 Census, lived at: 121 William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham
In 1901 Census, lived at: 2, Cable Road, Hoylake Cum West Kirby.
12 John FOSTER (1814- ) [543]. Born 1814, Reepham, Lincolnshire.
13 Ann (1834- ) [544]. Born 1834, Fiskerton, Lincolnshire.
7 Ada BROWN 2 (1867-1948) [280]. Born 1867, Parishes of St Nicholas, lincolnshire. Died 1948.
In 1871v Census, living at: Church Lane, St Nicholas, Lincoln, with BROWN, Mark - Head - M - 43 - 1828 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Jane Wife - F - 30 - 1841 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Emily J - Sister - F - 2 - 1869 - Lincolnshire.
In 1881 Census, living at: 30, Canwick Rd, Lincoln St Mary-Le-Wigford (Stepdaughter to GRAHAM, John William and Jane).
14 Mark BROWN (1828- ) [506]. Born 1828, Lincolnshire.
15 Jane UNKNOWN (1841- ) [507]. Born 1841, Lincolnshire.
Sources
| 1 | Gordon ?? |
| 2 | FHF & EM Marriage Certificate |
Tim TAYLOR ( - )
1 Tim TAYLOR ( - ) [289]. Born. Died.
2 George TAYLOR ( -1984) [286]. Born. Died 1984.
3 Beatrice Ada FOSTER (1892-1970) [284]. Born 1892, Houghton Le Spring, Durham. Died 1970.
6 Thomas FOSTER 1 (1861-1924) [279]. Born 1861, Reepham Lincolnshire. Marr Ada BROWN 27 Dec 1886, St. Swithin'S, Lincoln, England. Died 1924.
lived at Drummond Road, Hoylake, Wirral
In 1881 census, lived at 22, Winn Street, Lincoln St Swithin with Sarah Fothergill (widow) - as her Nephew.
In 1891 Census, lived at: 121 William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham
In 1901 Census, lived at: 2, Cable Road, Hoylake Cum West Kirby.
12 John FOSTER (1814- ) [543]. Born 1814, Reepham, Lincolnshire.
13 Ann (1834- ) [544]. Born 1834, Fiskerton, Lincolnshire.
7 Ada BROWN 2 (1867-1948) [280]. Born 1867, Parishes of St Nicholas, lincolnshire. Died 1948.
In 1871v Census, living at: Church Lane, St Nicholas, Lincoln, with BROWN, Mark - Head - M - 43 - 1828 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Jane Wife - F - 30 - 1841 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Emily J - Sister - F - 2 - 1869 - Lincolnshire.
In 1881 Census, living at: 30, Canwick Rd, Lincoln St Mary-Le-Wigford (Stepdaughter to GRAHAM, John William and Jane).
14 Mark BROWN (1828- ) [506]. Born 1828, Lincolnshire.
15 Jane UNKNOWN (1841- ) [507]. Born 1841, Lincolnshire.
Sources
| 1 | Gordon ?? |
| 2 | FHF & EM Marriage Certificate |
Rachel THOMAS (1711?-1769?)
1 Rachel THOMAS (1711?-1769?) [567]. Born 1711 (app). Marr William TANNER 1733 (app). Died 1769 (app).
Ellen THORPE ( - )
1 Ellen THORPE ( - ) [1099].
Peter TIDMARSH ( - )
1 Peter TIDMARSH ( - ) [721].
Dorothy TOUCHET ( - )
1 Dorothy TOUCHET ( - ) [945].
2 Mervyn TOUCHET (1593- ) [943]. Born 1593.
3 Elizabeth BARNHAM ( - ) [944].
James TOUCHET 6th Earl Castlehaven ( -1740)
1 James TOUCHET ( -1740) [938]. Died 12 Oct 1740.
2 James TOUCHET ( -1700) [939]. Died 9 Aug 1700.
4 Mervyn TOUCHET ( -1686) [941]. Died 2 Nov 1686.
8 Mervyn TOUCHET (1593- ) [943]. Born 1593.
9 Elizabeth BARNHAM ( - ) [944].
5 Mary TALBOT ( -1710) [942]. Died Mar 1710.
3 Anne PELSON ( -1733) [940]. Died Jun 1733.
James TOUCHET 5th Earl Castlehaven ( -1700)
1 James TOUCHET ( -1700) [939]. Died 9 Aug 1700.
2 Mervyn TOUCHET ( -1686) [941]. Died 2 Nov 1686.
4 Mervyn TOUCHET (1593- ) [943]. Born 1593.
5 Elizabeth BARNHAM ( - ) [944].
3 Mary TALBOT ( -1710) [942]. Died Mar 1710.
Mervyn TOUCHET 4th Earl Castlehaven ( -1686)
1 Mervyn TOUCHET ( -1686) [941]. Died 2 Nov 1686.
2 Mervyn TOUCHET (1593- ) [943]. Born 1593.
3 Elizabeth BARNHAM ( - ) [944].
Mervyn TOUCHET 2nd Earl of Castlehaven (1593- )
1 Mervyn TOUCHET (1593- ) [943]. Born 1593.
Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925)
| Anne TREADGOLD, Annie_Treadgold_family | |
1 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Marr Edward WITHY Feb 1868. Died 21 Apr 1925.
2 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
3 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
6 BROWER ( - ) [710].
7 Jane (1783- ) [709]. Born 1783, Kildale, North Yorkshire.
James TREADGOLD (1847- )
1 James Porsell TREADGOLD (1847- ) [707]. Born 1847, Stockton, Durham.
2 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
3 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
6 BROWER ( - ) [710].
7 Jane (1783- ) [709]. Born 1783, Kildale, North Yorkshire.
Jane TREADGOLD (1849- )
1 Jane TREADGOLD (1849- ) [708]. Born 1849.
2 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
3 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
6 BROWER ( - ) [710].
7 Jane (1783- ) [709]. Born 1783, Kildale, North Yorkshire.
Mary TREADGOLD (1855- )
1 Mary C TREADGOLD (1855- ) [711]. Born 1855, Stockton, Durham.
2 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
3 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
6 BROWER ( - ) [710].
7 Jane (1783- ) [709]. Born 1783, Kildale, North Yorkshire.
Sarah TREADGOLD (1844- )
1 Sarah TREADGOLD (1844- ) [706]. Born 1844, Stockton, Durham.
2 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
3 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
6 BROWER ( - ) [710].
7 Jane (1783- ) [709]. Born 1783, Kildale, North Yorkshire.
Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- )
1 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
Arthur TRUMPER (1884- )
1 Arthur TRUMPER (1884- ) [737]. Born 1884, Woods Eaves, Herefordshire.
2 Robert TRUMPER (1866- ) [727]. Born 1866, Eardisley Hereford.
In 1911 Census, lived at: The Green Eardisley Hereford.
3 Matilda (1865- ) [728]. Born 1865, Bryngun Radnorshire V.
Bertram TRUMPER (1896- )
1 Bertram TRUMPER (1896- ) [731]. Born 1896.
2 Robert TRUMPER (1866- ) [727]. Born 1866, Eardisley Hereford.
In 1911 Census, lived at: The Green Eardisley Hereford.
3 Matilda (1865- ) [728]. Born 1865, Bryngun Radnorshire V.
Diana TRUMPER (1910- )
1 Diana TRUMPER (1910- ) [736]. Born 1910, Eardisley, Hereford.
2 Robert TRUMPER (1866- ) [727]. Born 1866, Eardisley Hereford.
In 1911 Census, lived at: The Green Eardisley Hereford.
3 Matilda (1865- ) [728]. Born 1865, Bryngun Radnorshire V.
Doris TRUMPER (1908- )
1 Doris TRUMPER (1908- ) [735]. Born 1908, Eardisley, Hereford.
2 Robert TRUMPER (1866- ) [727]. Born 1866, Eardisley Hereford.
In 1911 Census, lived at: The Green Eardisley Hereford.
3 Matilda (1865- ) [728]. Born 1865, Bryngun Radnorshire V.
Ellen TRUMPER (1898- )
1 Ellen Gwendoline TRUMPER (1898- ) [725]. Born 1898, Kington, Herefordshire. Marr Stephen DAVIS 1921.
2 Robert TRUMPER (1866- ) [727]. Born 1866, Eardisley Hereford.
In 1911 Census, lived at: The Green Eardisley Hereford.
3 Matilda (1865- ) [728]. Born 1865, Bryngun Radnorshire V.
Evelyn TRUMPER (1901- )
1 Evelyn TRUMPER (1901- ) [732]. Born 1901, Eardisley, Hereford.
2 Robert TRUMPER (1866- ) [727]. Born 1866, Eardisley Hereford.
In 1911 Census, lived at: The Green Eardisley Hereford.
3 Matilda (1865- ) [728]. Born 1865, Bryngun Radnorshire V.
Gertrude TRUMPER (1892- )
1 Gertrude TRUMPER (1892- ) [729]. Born 1892, Eardisley, Hereford.
2 Robert TRUMPER (1866- ) [727]. Born 1866, Eardisley Hereford.
In 1911 Census, lived at: The Green Eardisley Hereford.
3 Matilda (1865- ) [728]. Born 1865, Bryngun Radnorshire V.
Ivy TRUMPER (1905- )
1 Ivy TRUMPER (1905- ) [734]. Born 1905, Eardisley, Hereford.
2 Robert TRUMPER (1866- ) [727]. Born 1866, Eardisley Hereford.
In 1911 Census, lived at: The Green Eardisley Hereford.
3 Matilda (1865- ) [728]. Born 1865, Bryngun Radnorshire V.
Marguerite TRUMPER (1903- )
1 Marguerite TRUMPER (1903- ) [733]. Born 1903, Eardisley, Hereford.
2 Robert TRUMPER (1866- ) [727]. Born 1866, Eardisley Hereford.
In 1911 Census, lived at: The Green Eardisley Hereford.
3 Matilda (1865- ) [728]. Born 1865, Bryngun Radnorshire V.
Robert TRUMPER (1866- )
1 Robert TRUMPER (1866- ) [727]. Born 1866, Eardisley Hereford.
In 1911 Census, lived at: The Green Eardisley Hereford.
William TRUMPER (1894- )
1 William TRUMPER (1894- ) [730]. Born 1894, Eardisley, Hereford. Died.
2 Robert TRUMPER (1866- ) [727]. Born 1866, Eardisley Hereford.
In 1911 Census, lived at: The Green Eardisley Hereford.
3 Matilda (1865- ) [728]. Born 1865, Bryngun Radnorshire V.
Mary TULLY ( - )
1 Mary TULLY ( - ) [1188].
Emma TYLER (1800-1885)
1 Emma TYLER (1800-1885) [1182]. Born 1800. Died 1885.
2 William TYLER ( - ) [1177].
3 Hannah HAYWARD ( - ) [1178].
Emma TYLER ( - )
1 Emma TYLER ( - ) [1181].
Mary TYLER (1798- )
1 Mary TYLER (1798- ) [1176]. Born 1798.
2 William TYLER ( - ) [1177].
3 Hannah HAYWARD ( - ) [1178].
William TYLER ( - )
1 William TYLER ( - ) [1177].
Jane UNKNOWN (1841- )
1 Jane UNKNOWN (1841- ) [507]. Born 1841, Lincolnshire.
Lady Frances VANE ( - )
1 Frances Anne Emily VANE ( - ) [977].
Esther VEYSEY ( -1804)
1 Esther VEYSEY ( -1804) [784]. Died 25 May 1804, Henbury.
Lily WALFORD ( - )
1 Lily WALFORD ( - ) [259]. Born. Died.
Mary WALKER ( - )
1 Mary WALKER ( - ) [1155]. Marr William STURGE 1665.
Mary WARD ( - )
1 Mary WARD ( - ) [957].
Jane WATERMAN (1976- )
1 Jane WATERMAN (1976- ) [359]. Born 28 Sep 1976. Died.
Douglas WATKIN (1920-1970)
1 Douglas Stankley WATKIN (1920-1970) [345]. Born 30 Sep 1920. Died 2 Oct 1970.
2 Joseph WATKIN 1 ( -1944) [343]. Born. Died 1944.
3 Sarah Hannah STANKLEY (1885- ) [340]. Born 26 Nov 1885. Died.
6 John George STANKLEY (1858-1919) [327]. Born 25 Jul 1858. Marr Elizabeth NEWTON. Died 1 Nov 1919.
12 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
13 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
7 Elizabeth NEWTON 1 (1869- ) [338]. Born 23 Jul 1869. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
John WATKIN (1914-1996)
1 John Robert WATKIN (1914-1996) [344]. Born 29 Sep 1914. Died 6 Mar 1996.
2 Joseph WATKIN 1 ( -1944) [343]. Born. Died 1944.
3 Sarah Hannah STANKLEY (1885- ) [340]. Born 26 Nov 1885. Died.
6 John George STANKLEY (1858-1919) [327]. Born 25 Jul 1858. Marr Elizabeth NEWTON. Died 1 Nov 1919.
12 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
13 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
7 Elizabeth NEWTON 1 (1869- ) [338]. Born 23 Jul 1869. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Joseph WATKIN ( -1944)
1 Joseph WATKIN 1 ( -1944) [343]. Born. Died 1944.
Sources
| 1 | Jennifer Stankley |
Sidney WATTERS ( - )
1 Sidney WATTERS ( - ) [747]. Marr Mary Theresa WITHY 9 Jan 1954, Whakatane, New Zealand.
Alice WEBSTER (1993- )
1 Alice May WEBSTER (1993- ) [370]. Born 16 Mar 1993. Died.
2 John WEBSTER (1960- ) [365]. Born 21 Jul 1960. Died.
3 Patricia Ann STANKLEY (1958- ) [360]. Born 26 May 1958. Died.
6 John Edward STANKLEY (1923-1982) [356]. Born 19 Aug 1923. Died 6 Mar 1982.
12 John James STANKLEY (1888-1954) [341]. Born 8 Sep 1888. Died 6 Mar 1954.
13 Christina Lily GREAVES (1891-1977) [342]. Born 21 Dec 1891. Died 26 May 1977.
7 Sheila BRADLEY (1930- ) [355]. Born 2 Mar 1930. Died.
John WEBSTER (1960- )
1 John WEBSTER (1960- ) [365]. Born 21 Jul 1960. Died.
Mary WEBSTER (1991- )
1 Mary Rose WEBSTER (1991- ) [369]. Born 16 Sep 1991. Died.
2 John WEBSTER (1960- ) [365]. Born 21 Jul 1960. Died.
3 Patricia Ann STANKLEY (1958- ) [360]. Born 26 May 1958. Died.
6 John Edward STANKLEY (1923-1982) [356]. Born 19 Aug 1923. Died 6 Mar 1982.
12 John James STANKLEY (1888-1954) [341]. Born 8 Sep 1888. Died 6 Mar 1954.
13 Christina Lily GREAVES (1891-1977) [342]. Born 21 Dec 1891. Died 26 May 1977.
7 Sheila BRADLEY (1930- ) [355]. Born 2 Mar 1930. Died.
Geoffrey WICKS ( - )
1 Geoffrey Roland WICKS ( - ) [769]. Marr Frances WITHY 16 Dec 1978, Matata, Whakatane.
Kathleen WILEY ( - )
1 Kathleen WILEY ( - ) [302]. Born. Marr Samuel Slack FOSTER. Died.
John WILKINSON (1865- )
1 John Thomas WILKINSON (1865- ) [337]. Born 1865. Died.
Barbara WILLIAMS (1652?-1710?)
1 Barbara WILLIAMS (1652?-1710?) [1058]. Born 1652 (app), Olverston, Gloucester. Marr Joseph II STURGE 1674. Died 1710 (app).
Andrew WILLIS ( - )
1 Andrew WILLIS ( - ) [243]. Born. Died.
2 Jeremy WILLIS ( - ) [242]. Born. Died.
3 Alison WILSON (1956- ) [239]. Born 1956. Died.
6 William, Barry WILSON (1926-2011) [237]. Born 1926. Died 2011, Seale.
12 William WILSON (1900- ) [67]. Born 1900, Kings Heath, Worcestershire. Died.
13 Jessie BUCKLEY (1900-1984) [236]. Born 1900. Died 1984.
7 Margaret LLOYD (1931-2006) [238]. Born 1931. Died 2006, Seale.
Elizabeth WILLIS ( - )
1 Elizabeth WILLIS ( - ) [244]. Born. Died.
2 Jeremy WILLIS ( - ) [242]. Born. Died.
3 Alison WILSON (1956- ) [239]. Born 1956. Died.
6 William, Barry WILSON (1926-2011) [237]. Born 1926. Died 2011, Seale.
12 William WILSON (1900- ) [67]. Born 1900, Kings Heath, Worcestershire. Died.
13 Jessie BUCKLEY (1900-1984) [236]. Born 1900. Died 1984.
7 Margaret LLOYD (1931-2006) [238]. Born 1931. Died 2006, Seale.
Jeremy WILLIS ( - )
1 Jeremy WILLIS ( - ) [242]. Born. Died.
Margaret WILLOUGHBY ( - )
1 Margaret WILLOUGHBY ( - ) [926].
??? WILSON ( - )
1 ??? WILSON ( - ) [223]. Born. Died.
2 Peter WILSON ( - ) [220]. Born. Died.
4 Walter Leonard WILSON (1891- ) [63]. Born 1891, Kings Heath, Worcestershire.
8 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
9 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
5 Mabel MILLS ( -1992) [106]. Born. Died 1992.
3 Jean ??? ( - ) [221]. Born. Died.
??? WILSON ( - )
1 ??? WILSON ( - ) [224]. Born. Died.
2 Peter WILSON ( - ) [220]. Born. Died.
4 Walter Leonard WILSON (1891- ) [63]. Born 1891, Kings Heath, Worcestershire.
8 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
9 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
5 Mabel MILLS ( -1992) [106]. Born. Died 1992.
3 Jean ??? ( - ) [221]. Born. Died.
Alison WILSON (1956- )
1 Alison WILSON (1956- ) [239]. Born 1956. Died.
2 William, Barry WILSON (1926-2011) [237]. Born 1926. Died 2011, Seale.
4 William WILSON (1900- ) [67]. Born 1900, Kings Heath, Worcestershire. Died.
8 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
9 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
5 Jessie BUCKLEY (1900-1984) [236]. Born 1900. Died 1984.
3 Margaret LLOYD (1931-2006) [238]. Born 1931. Died 2006, Seale.
Andrew WILSON ( - )
1 Andrew WILSON ( - ) [230]. Born. Died.
2 David WILSON ( - ) [226]. Born. Died.
4 Leslie WILSON (1897- ) [65]. Born 1897, Kings Heath, Worcestershire. Died.
8 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
9 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
5 Gladys PAGE ( - ) [225]. Born. Died.
3 Enid ??? ( - ) [228]. Born. Died.
Anne WILSON ( -2007?)
1 Anne WILSON ( -2007?) [69]. Born. Died 2007 (app).
3 Marie WILSON (1905- ) [68]. Born 1905, Kings Heath, Worcestershire. Died.
6 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
12 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
13 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
7 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
14 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
15 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
Anthony WILSON (1673-1755)
1 Anthony WILSON (1673-1755) [819]. Born 18 May 1673, Grasmere. Died 21 Apr 1755, Colthouse.
2 John WILSON (1641-1675) [820]. Born 2 Feb 1641. Died 19 Jun 1675, Grasmere.
3 Elizabeth ( - ) [822].
Brian WILSON (1952- )
1 Brian WILSON (1952- ) [240]. Born 1952. Died.
2 William, Barry WILSON (1926-2011) [237]. Born 1926. Died 2011, Seale.
4 William WILSON (1900- ) [67]. Born 1900, Kings Heath, Worcestershire. Died.
8 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
9 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
5 Jessie BUCKLEY (1900-1984) [236]. Born 1900. Died 1984.
3 Margaret LLOYD (1931-2006) [238]. Born 1931. Died 2006, Seale.
Christine WILSON ( - )
1 Christine WILSON ( - ) [206]. Born. Died.
2 Clifford WILSON ( - ) [71]. Born. Died.
4 Gus WILSON (1887- ) [60]. Born 1887. Died.
8 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
9 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
5 Nellie FREEMAN ( - ) [70]. Born. Died.
3 Peggy ??? ( - ) [205].
Claude WILSON ( - )
1 Claude WILSON ( - ) [253].
2 Ian WILSON (1943- ) [211]. Born 1943. Died.
4 Paul WILSON (1917- ) [75]. Born 1917. Died.
8 John Wilfred (Uncle Jack) WILSON (1885-1954) [62]. Born 1885, Warwickshire. Died 1954.
9 Beatrice May (Trixie) ANDREWS (1888-1967) [73]. Born 1888. Died 1967.
5 Lesley SWINBOURNE (1919- ) [210]. Born 1919. Died.
3 Marie Rose D'ESTANG ( - ) [249]. Born. Died.
Clifford WILSON ( - )
1 Clifford WILSON ( - ) [71]. Born. Died.
2 Gus WILSON (1887- ) [60]. Born 1887. Died.
4 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
8 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
9 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
5 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
10 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
11 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
3 Nellie FREEMAN ( - ) [70]. Born. Died.
Clifford WILSON (1882- )
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1 Clifford A WILSON (1882- ) [738]. Born 1882, Warwickshire.
2 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
4 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
5 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
3 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
6 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
7 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
David WILSON ( - )
1 David WILSON ( - ) [226]. Born. Died.
2 Leslie WILSON (1897- ) [65]. Born 1897, Kings Heath, Worcestershire. Died.
4 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
8 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
9 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
5 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
10 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
11 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
3 Gladys PAGE ( - ) [225]. Born. Died.
Dorothy WILSON (1902-1981)
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1 Dorothy (Dolly) WILSON 1 (1902-1981) [35]. Born 19 Apr 1902, Kingsheath Birmingham. Died 12 Aug 1981, Birmingham.
Second wife of Bertram Allen Gray (first wife was Milly).
2 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
4 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
5 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
3 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
6 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
7 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
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Edith WILSON (1880?- )
1 Edith Emily WILSON (1880?- ) [460]. Born 1880 (app). Marr Henry Daubeny WITHY. Died.
Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821)
1 Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821) [817]. Born 8 Apr 1753. Died 10 Nov 1821.
2 Isaac WILSON (1715-1785) [818]. Born 16 Jan 1715, High Wray. Died 18 Aug 1785, Kendal.
4 Anthony WILSON (1673-1755) [819]. Born 18 May 1673, Grasmere. Died 21 Apr 1755, Colthouse.
8 John WILSON (1641-1675) [820]. Born 2 Feb 1641. Died 19 Jun 1675, Grasmere.
9 Elizabeth ( - ) [822].
5 [unnamed person] ( - ) [821].
3 Rachel WILSON ( - ) [831].
Geoffrey WILSON (1961- )
1 Geoffrey Alain WILSON (1961- ) [217]. Born 1961. Died.
3 Nicole GRASSER (1929- ) [216]. Born 1929. Died.
First wife. Second wife is Anne Fishburn (b 1943).
Gus WILSON (1887- )
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| Mother: Alice Clara BULL, Great Grandma Bull | |
1 Gus WILSON (1887- ) [60]. Born 1887. Died.
2 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
4 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
5 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
3 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
6 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
7 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
Helen WILSON (1884- )
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| Mother: Alice Clara BULL, Great Grandma Bull | |
1 Helen WILSON (1884- ) [739]. Born 1884, Warwickshire.
2 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
4 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
5 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
3 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
6 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
7 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
Ian WILSON (1943- )
1 Ian WILSON (1943- ) [211]. Born 1943. Died.
2 Paul WILSON (1917- ) [75]. Born 1917. Died.
4 John Wilfred (Uncle Jack) WILSON (1885-1954) [62]. Born 1885, Warwickshire. Died 1954.
8 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
9 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
5 Beatrice May (Trixie) ANDREWS (1888-1967) [73]. Born 1888. Died 1967.
3 Lesley SWINBOURNE (1919- ) [210]. Born 1919. Died.
Isaac WILSON (1715-1785)
1 Isaac WILSON (1715-1785) [818]. Born 16 Jan 1715, High Wray. Died 18 Aug 1785, Kendal.
2 Anthony WILSON (1673-1755) [819]. Born 18 May 1673, Grasmere. Died 21 Apr 1755, Colthouse.
4 John WILSON (1641-1675) [820]. Born 2 Feb 1641. Died 19 Jun 1675, Grasmere.
5 Elizabeth ( - ) [822].
3 [unnamed person] ( - ) [821].
Jessie WILSON (1895- )
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| Mother: Alice Clara BULL, Great Grandma Bull | |
1 Jessie WILSON (1895- ) [64]. Born 1895, Kings Heath, Worcestershire. Died.
Emigrated to Canada.
2 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
4 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
5 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
3 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
6 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
7 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
Joan WILSON (1923- )
1 Joan WILSON (1923- ) [76]. Born 1923. Died.
2 John Wilfred (Uncle Jack) WILSON (1885-1954) [62]. Born 1885, Warwickshire. Died 1954.
4 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
8 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
9 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
5 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
10 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
11 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
3 Beatrice May (Trixie) ANDREWS (1888-1967) [73]. Born 1888. Died 1967.
John WILSON (1641-1675)
1 John WILSON (1641-1675) [820]. Born 2 Feb 1641. Died 19 Jun 1675, Grasmere.
John WILSON (1885-1954)
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| Mother: Alice Clara BULL, Great Grandma Bull | |
1 John Wilfred (Uncle Jack) WILSON (1885-1954) [62]. Born 1885, Warwickshire. Died 1954.
2 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
4 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
5 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
3 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
6 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
7 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
Julia WILSON ( - )
1 Julia WILSON ( - ) [222]. Born. Died.
2 Peter WILSON ( - ) [220]. Born. Died.
4 Walter Leonard WILSON (1891- ) [63]. Born 1891, Kings Heath, Worcestershire.
8 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
9 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
5 Mabel MILLS ( -1992) [106]. Born. Died 1992.
3 Jean ??? ( - ) [221]. Born. Died.
Karen WILSON (1947- )
1 Karen WILSON (1947- ) [212]. Born 1947. Died.
2 Paul WILSON (1917- ) [75]. Born 1917. Died.
4 John Wilfred (Uncle Jack) WILSON (1885-1954) [62]. Born 1885, Warwickshire. Died 1954.
8 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
9 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
5 Beatrice May (Trixie) ANDREWS (1888-1967) [73]. Born 1888. Died 1967.
3 Lesley SWINBOURNE (1919- ) [210]. Born 1919. Died.
Leslie WILSON (1897- )
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| Mother: Alice Clara BULL, Great Grandma Bull | |
1 Leslie WILSON (1897- ) [65]. Born 1897, Kings Heath, Worcestershire. Died.
2 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
4 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
5 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
3 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
6 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
7 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
Mabel WILSON (1888-1962)
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| Mother: Alice Clara BULL, Great Grandma Bull | |
1 Mabel WILSON (1888-1962) [66]. Born 1888, Warwickshire. Marr Avon James (Laddie) GRAY 1912, Kings Norton, Worcestershire. Died 1962.
Edward Gray was adopted by Avon James Gray & Mabel Wilson
Note that there is a GRAY, Sylvia V, born in Kings Norton, Worcestershire in 1916 (Jul-Aug-Sep) - mother maiden name of Wilson (Vol 6D, Page 83).
2 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
4 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
5 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
3 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
6 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
7 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
Marc WILSON ( - )
1 Marc WILSON ( - ) [252].
2 Ian WILSON (1943- ) [211]. Born 1943. Died.
4 Paul WILSON (1917- ) [75]. Born 1917. Died.
8 John Wilfred (Uncle Jack) WILSON (1885-1954) [62]. Born 1885, Warwickshire. Died 1954.
9 Beatrice May (Trixie) ANDREWS (1888-1967) [73]. Born 1888. Died 1967.
5 Lesley SWINBOURNE (1919- ) [210]. Born 1919. Died.
3 Marie Rose D'ESTANG ( - ) [249]. Born. Died.
Marie WILSON (1905- )
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| Mother: Alice Clara BULL, Great Grandma Bull | |
1 Marie WILSON (1905- ) [68]. Born 1905, Kings Heath, Worcestershire. Died.
2 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
4 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
5 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
3 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
6 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
7 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
Maurice WILSON (1913-1983)
1 Maurice Wendell WILSON (1913-1983) [74]. Born 1913. Died 1983.
2 John Wilfred (Uncle Jack) WILSON (1885-1954) [62]. Born 1885, Warwickshire. Died 1954.
4 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
8 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
9 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
5 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
10 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
11 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
3 Beatrice May (Trixie) ANDREWS (1888-1967) [73]. Born 1888. Died 1967.
Monica WILSON ( - )
1 Monica WILSON ( - ) [227]. Born. Died.
2 Leslie WILSON (1897- ) [65]. Born 1897, Kings Heath, Worcestershire. Died.
4 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
8 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
9 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
5 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
10 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
11 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
3 Gladys PAGE ( - ) [225]. Born. Died.
Nellie WILSON (1889- )
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| Mother: Alice Clara BULL, Great Grandma Bull | |
1 Nellie WILSON (1889- ) [61]. Born 1889. Died.
Emigrated to Canada.
2 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
4 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
5 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
3 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
6 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
7 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
Pascal WILSON ( - )
1 Pascal WILSON ( - ) [254].
2 Ian WILSON (1943- ) [211]. Born 1943. Died.
4 Paul WILSON (1917- ) [75]. Born 1917. Died.
8 John Wilfred (Uncle Jack) WILSON (1885-1954) [62]. Born 1885, Warwickshire. Died 1954.
9 Beatrice May (Trixie) ANDREWS (1888-1967) [73]. Born 1888. Died 1967.
5 Lesley SWINBOURNE (1919- ) [210]. Born 1919. Died.
3 Marie Rose D'ESTANG ( - ) [249]. Born. Died.
Paul WILSON (1917- )
1 Paul WILSON (1917- ) [75]. Born 1917. Died.
2 John Wilfred (Uncle Jack) WILSON (1885-1954) [62]. Born 1885, Warwickshire. Died 1954.
4 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
8 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
9 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
5 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
10 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
11 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
3 Beatrice May (Trixie) ANDREWS (1888-1967) [73]. Born 1888. Died 1967.
Peter WILSON (1964- )
1 Peter WILSON (1964- ) [218]. Born 1964. Died.
3 Nicole GRASSER (1929- ) [216]. Born 1929. Died.
First wife. Second wife is Anne Fishburn (b 1943).
Peter WILSON ( - )
1 Peter WILSON ( - ) [220]. Born. Died.
2 Walter Leonard WILSON (1891- ) [63]. Born 1891, Kings Heath, Worcestershire.
4 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
8 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
9 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
5 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
10 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
11 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
3 Mabel MILLS ( -1992) [106]. Born. Died 1992.
Rachel WILSON ( - )
1 Rachel WILSON ( - ) [831].
Raymond WILSON (1928- )
1 Raymond Neil WILSON (1928- ) [77]. Born 1928. Died.
2 John Wilfred (Uncle Jack) WILSON (1885-1954) [62]. Born 1885, Warwickshire. Died 1954.
4 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
8 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
9 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
5 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
10 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
11 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
3 Beatrice May (Trixie) ANDREWS (1888-1967) [73]. Born 1888. Died 1967.
Richard WILSON (1836- )
1 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
Selena WILSON ( - )
1 Selena WILSON ( - ) [257]. Born. Died.
2 Peter WILSON (1964- ) [218]. Born 1964. Died.
5 Nicole GRASSER (1929- ) [216]. Born 1929. Died.
First wife. Second wife is Anne Fishburn (b 1943).
3 Imray ??? ( - ) [256]. Born. Died.
Walter WILSON (1863- )
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1 Walter WILSON (1863- ) [740]. Born 1863, Staffordshire.
2 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
3 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
Walter WILSON (1891- )
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| Mother: Alice Clara BULL, Great Grandma Bull | |
1 Walter Leonard WILSON (1891- ) [63]. Born 1891, Kings Heath, Worcestershire.
2 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
4 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
5 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
3 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
6 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
7 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
Wendy WILSON ( - )
1 Wendy WILSON ( - ) [72].
2 Gus WILSON (1887- ) [60]. Born 1887. Died.
4 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
8 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
9 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
5 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
10 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
11 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
3 Nellie FREEMAN ( - ) [70]. Born. Died.
William WILSON (1900- )
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| Mother: Alice Clara BULL, Great Grandma Bull | |
1 William WILSON (1900- ) [67]. Born 1900, Kings Heath, Worcestershire. Died.
2 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
4 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
5 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
3 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
6 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
7 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
William WILSON (1861- )
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1 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
2 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
3 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
William, WILSON (1926-2011)
1 William, Barry WILSON (1926-2011) [237]. Born 1926. Died 2011, Seale.
2 William WILSON (1900- ) [67]. Born 1900, Kings Heath, Worcestershire. Died.
4 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
8 Richard WILSON (1836- ) [315]. Born 1836, Yorkshire. Marr Ellen. Died.
In 1871 Census lived at 63 Essington street, Birmingham.
9 Ellen (1832- ) [316]. Born 1832, Northamptonshire Dallington. Died.
1911 census - at 8 Maurice Road King's Heath Birmingham with William & Alice.
5 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
10 BULL ( - ) [313]. Born. Died.
11 [unnamed person] ( - ) [314]. Born. Died.
3 Jessie BUCKLEY (1900-1984) [236]. Born 1900. Died 1984.
Ruth WILSON) (1901-1963)
1 Ruth Caverhill (nee WILSON) (1901-1963) [772]. Born 14 Jul 1901. Died 12 Nov 1963, Whakatane, New Zealand.
Frederick WINK ( - )
1 Frederick WINK ( - ) [670].
William WINK (1892-1983)
1 William Martin WINK (1892-1983) [669]. Born 19 Jun 1892, Norfolk. Died 14 Oct 1983.
2 Frederick WINK ( - ) [670].
WITHY ( - )
1 WITHY ( - ) [1205].
2 Henry Daubeny WITHY (1882- ) [444]. Born 16 Mar 1882, West Hartlepool, Durham. Marr Edith Emily WILSON. Died.
In 1901 census, is an Apprentice Marine Engineer.
4 Henry WITHY 1 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
8 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
9 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
5 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
3 Edith Emily WILSON (1880?- ) [460]. Born 1880 (app). Died.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Alexander WITHY (1936-2007)
1 Alexander John WITHY (1936-2007) [750]. Born 22 Jul 1936, Whakatane, New Zealand. Marr Judith Ann HENRY 21 Dec 1957, Whakatane, New Zealand. Died 5 Nov 2007, Whakatane, New Zealand.
2 Rolfe WITHY (1901-1973) [742]. Born 4 Jan 1901, Taneatua, BOP, New Zealand. Marr Catherine Mary O`BRIEN 23 Jun 1931, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 13 May 1973, Whakatane, New Zealand.
4 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
8 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
9 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
5 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
3 Catherine Mary O`BRIEN (1908-1974) [743]. Born 24 Oct 1908, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 5 Aug 1974, Auckland, New Zealand.
6 Michael O`BRIEN ( - ) [744].
7 Susan GOUGH ( - ) [745].
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Alfred WITHY (1849-1911)
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1 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
2 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
4 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
8 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
9 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
5 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
10 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
11 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
3 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
6 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
12 William ATTREE (1748?- ) [785]. Born 1748 (app). Christened 27 Dec 1748.
13 Mary SENDALL ( - ) [786].
7 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
14 Lloyd Daubeny (1748?-1816) [689]. Born 1748 (app). Died 6 May 1816.
15 Hannah Lee (1767?- ) [690]. Born 1767 (app). Christened 15 Mar 1767, Henbury.
Alfred WITHY (1925- )
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1 Alfred James WITHY (1925- ) [144]. Born 19 Nov 1925. Died.
2 Edward Albert WITHY (1873-1961) [136]. Born 8 Sep 1873, Durham, West Hartlepool. Died 11 May 1961.
Whilst George Withy (DOB 1924) was out walking with 'Uncle Ted' (Edward), he remarked that he seemed to be limping. He replied "I was born with one leg longer than the other!".
To this day, it is not known whether he meant this or if it was one of a series of unlikely answers to a question that he found to be boring or impertinent. As George came to know Ted better, he realised that he did not trade in anything but the truth, particularly in dealing with youngsters, and he has now happily settled for the first answer. He was the alto member of the Stranton chorister quartet for 70 years.
4 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
8 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
9 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
5 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
3 Emily BLACKWOOD (1891-1970) [143]. Born 24 Oct 1891. Died 6 Aug 1970.
Alfred WITHY (1869- )
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1 Alfred James WITHY (1869- ) [426]. Born 4 Dec 1869, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
Born in England in 1869.
Was educated at Ashville College, Pannal, Yorkshire (West riding) (It was founded as a Methodist boarding school for boys in 1877) in 1881 Census (with brother Arthur).
Alfred Withy arrived in New Zealand in 1884 with his father, Edward and mother Anne.
2 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
6 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
7 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
14 BROWER ( - ) [710].
15 Jane (1783- ) [709]. Born 1783, Kildale, North Yorkshire.
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1 Alice WITHY (1889- ) [436]. Born 1889, New Zealand. Died.
2 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
6 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
7 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
14 BROWER ( - ) [710].
15 Jane (1783- ) [709]. Born 1783, Kildale, North Yorkshire.
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Amelia WITHY ( - )
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1 Amelia Agnes WITHY ( - ) [562].
2 Arthur WITHY (1870-1943) [427]. Born 1870, West Hartlepool, Durham. Marr Kate HOULD (or ruth gould?) 13 Feb 1897. Died 24 Sep 1943, Eastbourne, New Zealand.
Born in England in 1870,
Was educated at Ashville College, Pannal, Yorkshire (West riding) (It was founded as a Methodist boarding school for boys in 1877) in 1881 Census (with brother Alfred).
Arthur Withy arrived in New Zealand in 1884 with his father, Edward and mother Anne.
An Arthur Edward Withy (BA) was a successful candidate in the Incorporated Law Society examinations on 15 & 16 January 1889 (The Times, February 2, 1889) and on 17 & 18 June 1890 (The Times, July 5, 1890).
He returned to England in April 1892, to acquire training as a journalist.
He was a journalist and prominent single-taxer (i.e. land tax) and follower of Henry George. He was Secretary of the New Zealand Land Values League.
Arthur Withy was a Liberal Party (UK) candidate for South Herefordshire in the United Kingdom in 1895. He returned to New Zealand and stood as a candidate for the New Zealand Liberal Party for the Parnell electorate in 1896.
Following his marriage to Katie Hould (13 february 1897), the couple returned to England, (departing on the Anglian, to join the Kaikoura) where he intended to resume his profession as a Journalist.
In 1901 Census, was living at 22 Station Road, Chingford Village, Essex (next to a Barclays Bank). his occupation was Private Secretary To M P.
He was a member of the United Labour Party National Executive 1912-13 and an Independent Labour candidate for Auckland East in 1911.
In 1913, he lived at Goldie's Bray and Wellington in 1914 and he was still in Wellington in 1942.
Arthur Withy died in 1943. Withy's father Edward Withy had been a shipbuilder in England until he emigrated to New Zealand in 1884. He represented Newton in the New Zealand Parliament from 1887 to 1890.
4 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
8 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
9 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
5 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
10 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
11 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
3 Kate HOULD (or ruth gould?) ( - ) [561].
6 Richard A HOULD (1833?-1920?) [1054]. Born 1833 (app). Died 1920 (app).
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Amy WITHY (1887- )
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1 Amy WITHY (1887- ) [435]. Born 21 Sep 1887, Avon Villa, Parnell, Auckland, New Zealand. Died.
2 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
6 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
7 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
14 BROWER ( - ) [710].
15 Jane (1783- ) [709]. Born 1783, Kildale, North Yorkshire.
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Annie WITHY (1898-1898)
1 Annie WITHY (1898-1898) [715]. Born 1898, Whakatane, New Zealand. Died 1898, Whakatane, New Zealand.
NR - reg no. 1898/1958.
2 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
4 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
8 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
9 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
5 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
10 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
11 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
3 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
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1 Annie (or Anna) Maria WITHY (1853- ) [473]. Born 13 Apr 1853, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died.
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1 Arthur WITHY (1870-1943) [427]. Born 1870, West Hartlepool, Durham. Marr Kate HOULD (or ruth gould?) 13 Feb 1897. Died 24 Sep 1943, Eastbourne, New Zealand.
Born in England in 1870,
Was educated at Ashville College, Pannal, Yorkshire (West riding) (It was founded as a Methodist boarding school for boys in 1877) in 1881 Census (with brother Alfred).
Arthur Withy arrived in New Zealand in 1884 with his father, Edward and mother Anne.
An Arthur Edward Withy (BA) was a successful candidate in the Incorporated Law Society examinations on 15 & 16 January 1889 (The Times, February 2, 1889) and on 17 & 18 June 1890 (The Times, July 5, 1890).
He returned to England in April 1892, to acquire training as a journalist.
He was a journalist and prominent single-taxer (i.e. land tax) and follower of Henry George. He was Secretary of the New Zealand Land Values League.
Arthur Withy was a Liberal Party (UK) candidate for South Herefordshire in the United Kingdom in 1895. He returned to New Zealand and stood as a candidate for the New Zealand Liberal Party for the Parnell electorate in 1896.
Following his marriage to Katie Hould (13 february 1897), the couple returned to England, (departing on the Anglian, to join the Kaikoura) where he intended to resume his profession as a Journalist.
In 1901 Census, was living at 22 Station Road, Chingford Village, Essex (next to a Barclays Bank). his occupation was Private Secretary To M P.
He was a member of the United Labour Party National Executive 1912-13 and an Independent Labour candidate for Auckland East in 1911.
In 1913, he lived at Goldie's Bray and Wellington in 1914 and he was still in Wellington in 1942.
Arthur Withy died in 1943. Withy's father Edward Withy had been a shipbuilder in England until he emigrated to New Zealand in 1884. He represented Newton in the New Zealand Parliament from 1887 to 1890.
2 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
6 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
7 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
14 BROWER ( - ) [710].
15 Jane (1783- ) [709]. Born 1783, Kildale, North Yorkshire.
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1 Basil WITHY 1 (1886-1916) [442]. Born 31 Jan 1886, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died 2 Jul 1916.
died at The Somme (2 Jul 1916) aged 30.
2 Henry WITHY 1 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
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1 Bertha WITHY (1877- ) [430]. Born 1877, West Hartlepool, Durham. Marr Frederick M KING 9 Feb 1897. Died.
2 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
6 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
7 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
14 BROWER ( - ) [710].
15 Jane (1783- ) [709]. Born 1783, Kildale, North Yorkshire.
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Bertram WITHY (1883- )
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1 Bertram WITHY 1 (1883- ) [440]. Born 1883, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
2 Henry WITHY 1 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
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Bridget WITHY ( - )
1 Bridget Margaret WITHY ( - ) [754]. Marr Colin George POSTLEWAIGHT 8 Sep 1962, Whakatane, New Zealand.
2 Rolfe WITHY (1901-1973) [742]. Born 4 Jan 1901, Taneatua, BOP, New Zealand. Marr Catherine Mary O`BRIEN 23 Jun 1931, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 13 May 1973, Whakatane, New Zealand.
4 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
8 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
9 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
5 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
3 Catherine Mary O`BRIEN (1908-1974) [743]. Born 24 Oct 1908, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 5 Aug 1974, Auckland, New Zealand.
6 Michael O`BRIEN ( - ) [744].
7 Susan GOUGH ( - ) [745].
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| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Carol WITHY (1951- )
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1 Carol Elizabeth WITHY 1 (1951- ) [7]. Born 26 Sep 1951, Birmingham. Marr Andrew John WORRALL 30 Mar 1974, Thurstaston Church.
2 George WITHY 2 (1924-1998) [8]. Born 15 May 1924. Marr Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 1950. Died 17 Nov 1998, 3 Woodside Road, Irby, Wirral.
George Withy attended Bikenhead Park High School and served with the Royal Artillery during World War II. He began his career in journalism in the 1940's as a trainee with the old Birkenhead News and then spent several years working for newspaper
s in the Midlands, before returning to Merseyside in 1960 to the Daily Post as a sub-editor. Later, he became chief sub-editor. George then joined the Liverpool Echo, where he was night news editor for many years before becoming assistant editor and retring in 1989.
George Withy was synonymous on merseyside with the Institute of Journalists (IOJ), (now the Chartered IOJ) and was for many years the Liverpool District Chairman as well as the Chairman of the national Salaries and Conditions Board. He was a form
er President of the Institute, and also served for a number of years on the Press Council. He was awarded a life Fellowship of the CIOJ on 1 March 1998 He suffered from Altzheimer's Disease during the latter years of his life, but remained at home in Irby throughout his illness, cared for by his wife, Betty, and their two daughters Carol and Kay. He died peacefully at home, with his family at his side. The funeral took place at St Bartholomew's Church, Thurstaston. (See Obituary Notices & Journalism Training Centre Dedication).
4 George WITHY (1886-1967) [500]. Born 10 Jan 1886, Durham, West Hartlepool. Marr Margaret Ellen GIBSON 26 Sep 1936. Marr Margaret Ellen GIBSON. Died 1967, Heswall nursing home.
Born in 1886, in West Hartlepool. Apprenticed as a Ships' draughtsman, he first moved to Vickers Armstrong (Barrow-in-Furness). He moved to Birkenhead in 1915 (living at 11, Ashburton Road) to take charge of the building of the first submarine contract obtained for the Shipyard. For 35 years, he was the senior Naval architect on Admiralty construction at Cammell Laird & Co. (Shipbuilders and Engineers) Ltd., Birkenhead. He supervised all their Naval construction, including the battleships Rodney and Prince of Wales. The first Ark Royal, and many smaller vessels.
He was married 3 times. First to Sarah Alice Stankley (1916). She died in the 1918 flue epidemic. He then married her twin sister(?), Elizabeth Alma Stankley. Following her death in 1934 from 'a stomach problem', he married Margaret Ellen Gibson on 26/09/1936. (details from Jennifer Stankley).
8 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
9 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
5 Elizabeth Alma STANKLEY 3 (1890-1934) [162]. Born 1890. Died 28 Jan 1934, Birkenhead General Hospital.
Second wife of George Withy (B 10.01.1886) (see Marriage Certificate). The sister of Sarah Alice Stankley, his first wife. Elizabeth Alma died in 1934 (See death certificate).
10 James STANKLEY (1854- ) [274]. Born 5 May 1854. Died.
11 Jane Ann (Jennie) SWALWELL ( - ) [275]. Born. Died.
3 Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 1 (1925- ) [9]. Born 14 Sep 1925, Northfield, Birmingham(at home). Died.
6 Bertram Allen GRAY (1892?-1981) [34]. Born 1892 (app), Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died 1981.
Bertram's first wife was Milly, mother of Edward (Ted) Gray, who was adopted by Avon James Gray and Mabel Wilson
Kings Norton
In 1911 census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath, Worcestershire - Apprentice.
12 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
13 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
7 Dorothy (Dolly) WILSON 4 (1902-1981) [35]. Born 19 Apr 1902, Kingsheath Birmingham. Died 12 Aug 1981, Birmingham.
Second wife of Bertram Allen Gray (first wife was Milly).
14 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
15 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
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| 1 | In person |
| 2 | In person, Wife (D B Gray) & obituaries |
| 3 | Jennifer Stankley |
| 4 | Daughter - D B Gray |
Charles WITHY (1883- )
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1 Charles WITHY (1883- ) [433]. Born 1883, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
2 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
6 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
7 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
14 BROWER ( - ) [710].
15 Jane (1783- ) [709]. Born 1783, Kildale, North Yorkshire.
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Daisy WITHY (1891-1945)
1 Daisy WITHY (1891-1945) [142]. Born 22 Apr 1891, Durham, West Hartlepool. Died 31 Mar 1945.
2 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
David WITHY (1939- )
1 David Ian WITHY 1 (1939- ) [450]. Born 8 Apr 1939, Birmingham. Marr Barbara O'CONNELL. Died.
2 Vivian WITHY 2 (1917- ) [447]. Born 30 Mar 1917, Newcastle. Marr Gwyneth ROBERTS. Died.
4 Vivian WITHY 1 (1880-1950?) [443]. Born 20 Sep 1880, West Hartlepool, Durham. Marr Edith Barbera CAMERON. Died 1950 (app).
8 Henry WITHY 1 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
9 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
5 Edith Barbera CAMERON 1 ( - ) [449]. Born. Died.
3 Gwyneth ROBERTS 1 ( - ) [448]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
| 2 | Barbara & David Withy 1999 |
Diane WITHY (1961- )
1 Diane Margaret WITHY (1961- ) [151]. Born 29 Mar 1961. Died.
2 Alfred James WITHY (1925- ) [144]. Born 19 Nov 1925. Died.
4 Edward Albert WITHY (1873-1961) [136]. Born 8 Sep 1873, Durham, West Hartlepool. Died 11 May 1961.
Whilst George Withy (DOB 1924) was out walking with 'Uncle Ted' (Edward), he remarked that he seemed to be limping. He replied "I was born with one leg longer than the other!".
To this day, it is not known whether he meant this or if it was one of a series of unlikely answers to a question that he found to be boring or impertinent. As George came to know Ted better, he realised that he did not trade in anything but the truth, particularly in dealing with youngsters, and he has now happily settled for the first answer. He was the alto member of the Stranton chorister quartet for 70 years.
8 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
9 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
5 Emily BLACKWOOD (1891-1970) [143]. Born 24 Oct 1891. Died 6 Aug 1970.
3 Elizabeth Jane DOWSON ( - ) [147]. Born. Died.
Dorothy WITHY ( - )
1 Dorothy Eunice WITHY ( - ) [762]. Marr Philip Joseph SILVESTER 1 Jun 1963, Matata, Whakatane.
2 Rupert WITHY (1902-1985) [758]. Born 21 Feb 1902, Opouriao, Taneatua, BOP, New Zealand. Marr Margaret (Rita) RENDALL 14 Aug 1940, Whakatane, New Zealand. Died 3 Apr 1985, Whakatane, New Zealand.
4 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
8 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
9 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
5 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
3 Margaret (Rita) RENDALL (1910-1999) [759]. Born 23 Dec 1910, Cambridge, NZ. Died 17 Nov 1999, Whakatane, New Zealand.
6 Arthur RENDALL ( - ) [760].
7 Florence O`KEEFE ( - ) [761].
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Edith WITHY (1874-1933)
1 Edith Mary WITHY (1874-1933) [638]. Born 1874, Manchester, Lancashire. Marr Thomas Walker PEEL 1898. Died 1933.
Attended Sidcot School between 1884 and 1889.
2 George WITHY (1842-1928) [123]. Born 30 Jul 1842, Gloucestershire. Marr Emily HODGSON 1869. Died 6 Dec 1928.
in 1861 census, was a Grocers Apprentice, living with William and Elizabeth Graham Grocer & Tea Dealer Employing 4 Assistants, at Barker Street, Aston, Warwickshire.
In 1871 census, lived at: Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - George WITHY (AFN: 1NJW-ZRJ) Pedigree Event(s)
Birth: 13 Jul 1842
Bristol, Gloucs, England
In 1881 census, lived at: Oak Bank, Princess Road, Heaton-Norris (Lancashire) County: Cheshire - Occupation shown as: Chocolate Eggs & Cheese Commission Agent
In 1891 census, lived at: 24, Princes Road, Heaton Norris, County: Cheshire - Occupation shown as: Agent For Cocoa & Chocolate
In 1901 census, lived at: 26, Oakdene, Thornfield Road, Heaton Norris (Lancashire) County: Cheshire
in 1911 census, had retired to: Bryn Dedwys Old Colwyn, County:
Carnarvonshire
Parents
Father: Edward WITHY (AFN: 1JWW-N03) Family
Mother: Sarah ATREE (AFN: 1NJW-ZQB)
Attended Sidcot School between 1853 and 1857.
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Emily HODGSON (1849?-1924) [563]. Born 1849 (app), Manchester, Lancashire. Died 1924.
Attended Sidcot School between 1857 and 1861.
6 John HODGSON ( - ) [671].
7 Jane DODGSON ( - ) [672].
Edward WITHY (1914- )
1 Edward WITHY (1914- ) [164]. Born 26 Apr 1914. Died.
2 Frank WITHY (1892-1964) [140]. Born 9 Sep 1892, Durham, West Hartlepool. Died 26 Jun 1964.
4 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
8 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
9 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
5 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
3 Gertrude COATES ( - ) [160]. Born. Died.
Edward WITHY (1844-1927)
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1 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
2 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
4 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
8 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
9 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
5 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
10 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
11 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
3 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
6 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
12 William ATTREE (1748?- ) [785]. Born 1748 (app). Christened 27 Dec 1748.
13 Mary SENDALL ( - ) [786].
7 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
14 Lloyd Daubeny (1748?-1816) [689]. Born 1748 (app). Died 6 May 1816.
15 Hannah Lee (1767?- ) [690]. Born 1767 (app). Christened 15 Mar 1767, Henbury.
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Edward WITHY (1812-1860)
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| Mother: Lydia HARWOOD, 1860, age 88, Edward and Lydia Withy deaths_1860 | |
1 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
2 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
4 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
5 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
10 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
11 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
3 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
6 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
12 Edward HARWOOD ( -1769?) [834]. Died 1769 (app). Marr Hester 21 Nov 1770, Sidcot.
13 Hester ( - ) [835].
Marriage date: 21 Nov 1770 - Witnesses: Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd) - Bride was a Quaker (parish of Bladon).
7 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
14 William TANNER (1708?- ) [566]. Born 1708 (app). Marr Rachel THOMAS 1733 (app).
15 Rachel THOMAS (1711?-1769?) [567]. Born 1711 (app). Died 1769 (app).
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Edward WITHY (1797-1799)
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| Father: George (junior) WITHY, Quakersfriars Bristol | |
| Mother: Lydia HARWOOD, 1860, age 88, Edward and Lydia Withy deaths_1860 | |
1 Edward WITHY (1797-1799) [112]. Born 26 Jul 1797. Died 1799.
2 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
4 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
5 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
10 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
11 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
3 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
6 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
12 Edward HARWOOD ( -1769?) [834]. Died 1769 (app). Marr Hester 21 Nov 1770, Sidcot.
13 Hester ( - ) [835].
Marriage date: 21 Nov 1770 - Witnesses: Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd) - Bride was a Quaker (parish of Bladon).
7 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
14 William TANNER (1708?- ) [566]. Born 1708 (app). Marr Rachel THOMAS 1733 (app).
15 Rachel THOMAS (1711?-1769?) [567]. Born 1711 (app). Died 1769 (app).
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1 Edward Albert WITHY (1873-1961) [136]. Born 8 Sep 1873, Durham, West Hartlepool. Died 11 May 1961.
Whilst George Withy (DOB 1924) was out walking with 'Uncle Ted' (Edward), he remarked that he seemed to be limping. He replied "I was born with one leg longer than the other!".
To this day, it is not known whether he meant this or if it was one of a series of unlikely answers to a question that he found to be boring or impertinent. As George came to know Ted better, he realised that he did not trade in anything but the truth, particularly in dealing with youngsters, and he has now happily settled for the first answer. He was the alto member of the Stranton chorister quartet for 70 years.
2 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
Eleanor WITHY (1887- )
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1 Eleanor WITHY (1887- ) [438]. Born 1887, New Zealand. Died.
NZ Register - 1887/8610
In 1900, at prince Albert College Lower School, gained 1st in Writing and Arithmetic (Auckland Star, Volume XXXI, Issue 302, 20 December 1900, Page 2).
2 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
6 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
7 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
14 BROWER ( - ) [710].
15 Jane (1783- ) [709]. Born 1783, Kildale, North Yorkshire.
Sources
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Eleanor WITHY (1879-1962)
1 Eleanor WITHY (1879-1962) [139]. Born 27 Dec 1879, Durham, West Hartlepool. Died 1962.
When Eleanor Withy brought her husbant-to-be, Percy Rumble, home, Ted Withy snorted "That's a damned silly name. Haven't you got another?". When Percy confessed that he was also William, Ted said "That'll do! I'll call you Bill", and did so to th
e end of his long life.
2 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
Eleanor WITHY (1851- )
1 Eleanor Rachel WITHY (1851- ) [472]. Born 8 Dec 1851, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died.
Elizabeth WITHY ( - )
1 Elizabeth WITHY ( - ) [634]. Marr Samuel HARWOOD 5 Dec 1817, Barton Hill, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
2 John Canvin WITHY 1 (1766- ) [464]. Born 1766, Bristol, Gloucester. Died.
4 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
5 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
10 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
11 Elizabeth GULSON 2 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
3 [unnamed person] (1760?- ) [570]. Born 1760 (app), Gloucs, England.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy 1999 |
| 2 | Barbara & David Withy |
Elizabeth WITHY ( - )
1 Elizabeth Catherine WITHY ( - ) [756]. Marr Vincent John CAREY 13 Jan 1962, Whakatane, New Zealand.
2 Rolfe WITHY (1901-1973) [742]. Born 4 Jan 1901, Taneatua, BOP, New Zealand. Marr Catherine Mary O`BRIEN 23 Jun 1931, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 13 May 1973, Whakatane, New Zealand.
4 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
8 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
9 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
5 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
3 Catherine Mary O`BRIEN (1908-1974) [743]. Born 24 Oct 1908, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 5 Aug 1974, Auckland, New Zealand.
6 Michael O`BRIEN ( - ) [744].
7 Susan GOUGH ( - ) [745].
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Emily WITHY (1877-1971)
1 Emily WITHY (1877-1971) [138]. Born 21 Apr 1877, Durham, West Hartlepool. Died 2 Aug 1971.
2 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
Emily WITHY (1854-1937)
1 Emily Harwood WITHY (1854-1937) [474]. Born 23 Oct 1854, (Christened?) Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1937.
Ernest WITHY (1884- )
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1 Ernest WITHY 1 (1884- ) [441]. Born 26 May 1884, West Hartlepool, Durham. Marr Eileen DURLACHER 21 May 1912. Died.
2 Henry WITHY 1 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
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1 Ethel Mary WITHY (1888- ) [445]. Born 28 Aug 1888, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
2 Henry WITHY 1 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
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Florence WITHY (1881- )
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1 Florence WITHY (1881- ) [432]. Born 1881, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
Florence Withy was elected as most popular girl at Ewmuera Public School (Auckland Star 30 December 1891).
2 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
6 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
7 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
14 BROWER ( - ) [710].
15 Jane (1783- ) [709]. Born 1783, Kildale, North Yorkshire.
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Frances WITHY ( - )
1 Frances WITHY ( - ) [768]. Marr Geoffrey Roland WICKS 16 Dec 1978, Matata, Whakatane.
2 Rupert WITHY (1902-1985) [758]. Born 21 Feb 1902, Opouriao, Taneatua, BOP, New Zealand. Marr Margaret (Rita) RENDALL 14 Aug 1940, Whakatane, New Zealand. Died 3 Apr 1985, Whakatane, New Zealand.
4 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
8 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
9 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
5 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
3 Margaret (Rita) RENDALL (1910-1999) [759]. Born 23 Dec 1910, Cambridge, NZ. Died 17 Nov 1999, Whakatane, New Zealand.
6 Arthur RENDALL ( - ) [760].
7 Florence O`KEEFE ( - ) [761].
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Frances WITHY (1848-1928)
1 Frances Louisa WITHY (1848-1928) [470]. Born 20 Jun 1848, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1928.
Frank WITHY (1892-1964)
1 Frank WITHY (1892-1964) [140]. Born 9 Sep 1892, Durham, West Hartlepool. Died 26 Jun 1964.
2 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
Frederick WITHY (1869-1928)
1 Frederick WITHY (1869-1928) [673]. Born 1869. Died 1928.
Attended Sidcot School between 1881 and 1885.
2 George WITHY (1842-1928) [123]. Born 30 Jul 1842, Gloucestershire. Marr Emily HODGSON 1869. Died 6 Dec 1928.
in 1861 census, was a Grocers Apprentice, living with William and Elizabeth Graham Grocer & Tea Dealer Employing 4 Assistants, at Barker Street, Aston, Warwickshire.
In 1871 census, lived at: Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - George WITHY (AFN: 1NJW-ZRJ) Pedigree Event(s)
Birth: 13 Jul 1842
Bristol, Gloucs, England
In 1881 census, lived at: Oak Bank, Princess Road, Heaton-Norris (Lancashire) County: Cheshire - Occupation shown as: Chocolate Eggs & Cheese Commission Agent
In 1891 census, lived at: 24, Princes Road, Heaton Norris, County: Cheshire - Occupation shown as: Agent For Cocoa & Chocolate
In 1901 census, lived at: 26, Oakdene, Thornfield Road, Heaton Norris (Lancashire) County: Cheshire
in 1911 census, had retired to: Bryn Dedwys Old Colwyn, County:
Carnarvonshire
Parents
Father: Edward WITHY (AFN: 1JWW-N03) Family
Mother: Sarah ATREE (AFN: 1NJW-ZQB)
Attended Sidcot School between 1853 and 1857.
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Emily HODGSON (1849?-1924) [563]. Born 1849 (app), Manchester, Lancashire. Died 1924.
Attended Sidcot School between 1857 and 1861.
6 John HODGSON ( - ) [671].
7 Jane DODGSON ( - ) [672].
George WITHY (1924-1998)
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| Father: George WITHY, gw1_bs (3) | |
| Mother: Elizabeth Alma STANKLEY, 1956, age 66, GW&MG_MS | |
1 George WITHY 1 (1924-1998) [8]. Born 15 May 1924. Marr Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 1950. Died 17 Nov 1998, 3 Woodside Road, Irby, Wirral.
George Withy attended Bikenhead Park High School and served with the Royal Artillery during World War II. He began his career in journalism in the 1940's as a trainee with the old Birkenhead News and then spent several years working for newspaper
s in the Midlands, before returning to Merseyside in 1960 to the Daily Post as a sub-editor. Later, he became chief sub-editor. George then joined the Liverpool Echo, where he was night news editor for many years before becoming assistant editor and retring in 1989.
George Withy was synonymous on merseyside with the Institute of Journalists (IOJ), (now the Chartered IOJ) and was for many years the Liverpool District Chairman as well as the Chairman of the national Salaries and Conditions Board. He was a form
er President of the Institute, and also served for a number of years on the Press Council. He was awarded a life Fellowship of the CIOJ on 1 March 1998 He suffered from Altzheimer's Disease during the latter years of his life, but remained at home in Irby throughout his illness, cared for by his wife, Betty, and their two daughters Carol and Kay. He died peacefully at home, with his family at his side. The funeral took place at St Bartholomew's Church, Thurstaston. (See Obituary Notices & Journalism Training Centre Dedication).
2 George WITHY (1886-1967) [500]. Born 10 Jan 1886, Durham, West Hartlepool. Marr Margaret Ellen GIBSON 26 Sep 1936. Marr Margaret Ellen GIBSON. Died 1967, Heswall nursing home.
Born in 1886, in West Hartlepool. Apprenticed as a Ships' draughtsman, he first moved to Vickers Armstrong (Barrow-in-Furness). He moved to Birkenhead in 1915 (living at 11, Ashburton Road) to take charge of the building of the first submarine contract obtained for the Shipyard. For 35 years, he was the senior Naval architect on Admiralty construction at Cammell Laird & Co. (Shipbuilders and Engineers) Ltd., Birkenhead. He supervised all their Naval construction, including the battleships Rodney and Prince of Wales. The first Ark Royal, and many smaller vessels.
He was married 3 times. First to Sarah Alice Stankley (1916). She died in the 1918 flue epidemic. He then married her twin sister(?), Elizabeth Alma Stankley. Following her death in 1934 from 'a stomach problem', he married Margaret Ellen Gibson on 26/09/1936. (details from Jennifer Stankley).
4 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
8 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
9 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
5 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
3 Elizabeth Alma STANKLEY 2 (1890-1934) [162]. Born 1890. Died 28 Jan 1934, Birkenhead General Hospital.
Second wife of George Withy (B 10.01.1886) (see Marriage Certificate). The sister of Sarah Alice Stankley, his first wife. Elizabeth Alma died in 1934 (See death certificate).
6 James STANKLEY (1854- ) [274]. Born 5 May 1854. Died.
12 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
13 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
7 Jane Ann (Jennie) SWALWELL ( - ) [275]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | In person, Wife (D B Gray) & obituaries |
| 2 | Jennifer Stankley |
George WITHY (1886-1967)
| George WITHY, gw1_bs (3) | |
1 George WITHY (1886-1967) [500]. Born 10 Jan 1886, Durham, West Hartlepool. Marr Margaret Ellen GIBSON 26 Sep 1936. Marr Margaret Ellen GIBSON. Died 1967, Heswall nursing home.
Born in 1886, in West Hartlepool. Apprenticed as a Ships' draughtsman, he first moved to Vickers Armstrong (Barrow-in-Furness). He moved to Birkenhead in 1915 (living at 11, Ashburton Road) to take charge of the building of the first submarine contract obtained for the Shipyard. For 35 years, he was the senior Naval architect on Admiralty construction at Cammell Laird & Co. (Shipbuilders and Engineers) Ltd., Birkenhead. He supervised all their Naval construction, including the battleships Rodney and Prince of Wales. The first Ark Royal, and many smaller vessels.
He was married 3 times. First to Sarah Alice Stankley (1916). She died in the 1918 flue epidemic. He then married her twin sister(?), Elizabeth Alma Stankley. Following her death in 1934 from 'a stomach problem', he married Margaret Ellen Gibson on 26/09/1936. (details from Jennifer Stankley).
2 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
George WITHY (1842-1928)
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1 George WITHY (1842-1928) [123]. Born 30 Jul 1842, Gloucestershire. Marr Emily HODGSON 1869. Died 6 Dec 1928.
in 1861 census, was a Grocers Apprentice, living with William and Elizabeth Graham Grocer & Tea Dealer Employing 4 Assistants, at Barker Street, Aston, Warwickshire.
In 1871 census, lived at: Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - George WITHY (AFN: 1NJW-ZRJ) Pedigree Event(s)
Birth: 13 Jul 1842
Bristol, Gloucs, England
In 1881 census, lived at: Oak Bank, Princess Road, Heaton-Norris (Lancashire) County: Cheshire - Occupation shown as: Chocolate Eggs & Cheese Commission Agent
In 1891 census, lived at: 24, Princes Road, Heaton Norris, County: Cheshire - Occupation shown as: Agent For Cocoa & Chocolate
In 1901 census, lived at: 26, Oakdene, Thornfield Road, Heaton Norris (Lancashire) County: Cheshire
in 1911 census, had retired to: Bryn Dedwys Old Colwyn, County:
Carnarvonshire
Parents
Father: Edward WITHY (AFN: 1JWW-N03) Family
Mother: Sarah ATREE (AFN: 1NJW-ZQB)
Attended Sidcot School between 1853 and 1857.
2 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
4 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
8 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
9 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
5 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
10 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
11 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
3 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
6 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
12 William ATTREE (1748?- ) [785]. Born 1748 (app). Christened 27 Dec 1748.
13 Mary SENDALL ( - ) [786].
7 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
14 Lloyd Daubeny (1748?-1816) [689]. Born 1748 (app). Died 6 May 1816.
15 Hannah Lee (1767?- ) [690]. Born 1767 (app). Christened 15 Mar 1767, Henbury.
George WITHY (1725- )
1 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
George WITHY (1802- )
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| Mother: Lydia HARWOOD, 1860, age 88, Edward and Lydia Withy deaths_1860 | |
1 George (junior 2) WITHY (1802- ) [115]. Born 8 Jul 1802, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Elizabeth SHIELD 12 May 1829, Portishead Quaker. Died.
Unsure about DOB - may be 1806 ? (source Barbara & David Withy)
Witnesses: Woolen drapers of George/Lydia. Dau of Henry/Mary
Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY - Woollen Draper of 11, Bridge Street, Bristol.
Pigot & Co.'s Directory of Berks, Bucks ... , 1844. [Part 1: Berks to Glos] shows "Withy & Woods Woollen and Manchester Warehousemen, 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
Gazette Issue 18765 published on the 7 January 1831. Page 12 of 24
http://www.london-g azette.co.uk/issues/18765/pages/36
No. 11, Bridge-Street, Bristol, January 1, 1831. NOTICE is hereby given, that the Copartnership subsisting between us the undersigned, George Withy the Younger, John Little, and John Withy, of the City of Bristol, Woollen-Drapers and Mercers, carrying on business under the form of Withy, Little, and Withy, is by mutual consent this day dissolved, so far as respects George Withy the younger.
George Withy, jun.
John Little
John Withy
In 1851 Census living at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath with Lydia (mother).
2 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
4 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
5 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
10 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
11 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
3 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
6 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
12 Edward HARWOOD ( -1769?) [834]. Died 1769 (app). Marr Hester 21 Nov 1770, Sidcot.
13 Hester ( - ) [835].
Marriage date: 21 Nov 1770 - Witnesses: Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd) - Bride was a Quaker (parish of Bladon).
7 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
14 William TANNER (1708?- ) [566]. Born 1708 (app). Marr Rachel THOMAS 1733 (app).
15 Rachel THOMAS (1711?-1769?) [567]. Born 1711 (app). Died 1769 (app).
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George WITHY (1763-1837)
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1 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
2 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
3 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
6 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
7 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
14 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
15 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
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Gillian WITHY (1956- )
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1 Gillian WITHY 1 (1956- ) [57]. Born 31 Mar 1956, Birkenhead. Died.
3 Beryl JONES 1 (1921- ) [53]. Born 31 Aug 1921, Wallasey. Died.
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Harold WITHY (1879- )
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1 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
2 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
6 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
7 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
14 BROWER ( - ) [710].
15 Jane (1783- ) [709]. Born 1783, Kildale, North Yorkshire.
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Henry WITHY (1852-1922)
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1 Henry WITHY 1 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
2 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
4 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
8 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
9 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
5 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
10 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
11 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
3 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
6 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
12 William ATTREE (1748?- ) [785]. Born 1748 (app). Christened 27 Dec 1748.
13 Mary SENDALL ( - ) [786].
7 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
14 Lloyd Daubeny (1748?-1816) [689]. Born 1748 (app). Died 6 May 1816.
15 Hannah Lee (1767?- ) [690]. Born 1767 (app). Christened 15 Mar 1767, Henbury.
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1 Henry Daubeny WITHY (1882- ) [444]. Born 16 Mar 1882, West Hartlepool, Durham. Marr Edith Emily WILSON. Died.
In 1901 census, is an Apprentice Marine Engineer.
2 Henry WITHY 1 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Henry WITHY (1890- )
1 Henry Forster WITHY 1 (1890- ) [461]. Born 10 Oct 1890, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
2 Henry Daubeny WITHY (1882- ) [444]. Born 16 Mar 1882, West Hartlepool, Durham. Marr Edith Emily WILSON. Died.
In 1901 census, is an Apprentice Marine Engineer.
4 Henry WITHY 2 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
8 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
9 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
5 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
3 Edith Emily WILSON (1880?- ) [460]. Born 1880 (app). Died.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy 1999 |
| 2 | Barbara & David Withy |
Herbert WITHY (1875- )
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1 Herbert WITHY (1875- ) [429]. Born 1875, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
2 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
6 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
7 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
14 BROWER ( - ) [710].
15 Jane (1783- ) [709]. Born 1783, Kildale, North Yorkshire.
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Hester WITHY (1795-1834)
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| Father: George (junior) WITHY, Quakersfriars Bristol | |
| Mother: Lydia HARWOOD, 1860, age 88, Edward and Lydia Withy deaths_1860 | |
1 Hester WITHY (1795-1834) [114]. Born 25 Apr 1795, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr William SIMPSON 16 May 1825 (app). Died 30 Mar 1834. Buried 6 Apr 1834, Melksham; Quaker cemetery King St, Wiltshire, England.
Unsure about DOB - may be 1804 ? (source Barbara & David Withy)
Hester Simpson, Melksham, Wilts. Aged 39 30 March 1834 Wife of Wm. Simpson, of Melksham. This beloved Friend was the daughter of George and Lydia Withy, of Melksham. Her mind was visited by her Heavenly Father's love in very early life; and there is good ground to believe, that she yielded to the regulating power thereof through life; and in the discharge of the duties devolving upon her as wife and parent, she was very exemplary. She bore a protracted and painful illness with great resignation to the Divine will, and peacefully departed, (as she expressed herself), "in full confidence in her Saviour;" in whom it is consolingly believed she was accepted.
Note from Salisbury and Winchester Journal - Salisbury,
Monday, May 16, 1825.- Married, Mr. Wm. Simpson, of Melksham, to Hester, daughter of Mr. Geo. Withy, of Downend (see: http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~dutillieul/ZOtherPapers /S&WJMay161825.html).
2 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
4 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
5 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
10 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
11 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
3 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
6 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
12 Edward HARWOOD ( -1769?) [834]. Died 1769 (app). Marr Hester 21 Nov 1770, Sidcot.
13 Hester ( - ) [835].
Marriage date: 21 Nov 1770 - Witnesses: Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd) - Bride was a Quaker (parish of Bladon).
7 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
14 William TANNER (1708?- ) [566]. Born 1708 (app). Marr Rachel THOMAS 1733 (app).
15 Rachel THOMAS (1711?-1769?) [567]. Born 1711 (app). Died 1769 (app).
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Ian WITHY (1965- )
1 Ian David WITHY 1 (1965- ) [452]. Born 30 Mar 1965, Malacca, Maylasia. Marr Samantha DENNIS. Died.
2 David Ian WITHY 1 (1939- ) [450]. Born 8 Apr 1939, Birmingham. Marr Barbara O'CONNELL. Died.
4 Vivian WITHY 2 (1917- ) [447]. Born 30 Mar 1917, Newcastle. Marr Gwyneth ROBERTS. Died.
8 Vivian WITHY 1 (1880-1950?) [443]. Born 20 Sep 1880, West Hartlepool, Durham. Marr Edith Barbera CAMERON. Died 1950 (app).
9 Edith Barbera CAMERON 1 ( - ) [449]. Born. Died.
5 Gwyneth ROBERTS 1 ( - ) [448]. Born. Died.
3 Barbara O'CONNELL ( - ) [451]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
| 2 | Barbara & David Withy 1999 |
Ivan WITHY (1899-1986)
1 Ivan Maskell WITHY (1899-1986) [716]. Born 15 May 1899, Taneatua, BOP, New Zealand. Marr Olive Hilda SMITH (nee Stephenson) 26 Oct 1968, Whakatane, New Zealand. Died 17 Oct 1986, Whakatane, New Zealand.
NZ Reg no. 1899/5002.
2 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
4 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
8 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
9 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
5 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
10 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
11 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
3 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Jack WITHY (1987- )
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1 Jack WITHY 1 (1987- ) [88]. Born 18 Nov 1987. Died.
2 Michael WITHY 2 (1954- ) [54]. Born 3 Jun 1954, Birkenhead. Died.
5 Beryl JONES 3 (1921- ) [53]. Born 31 Aug 1921, Wallasey. Died.
3 Sue BURNAND 1 (1956- ) [55]. Born 1 Jun 1956. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Gillian Withy (nee Lamb) |
| 2 | Sister & Mother |
| 3 | In person |
John WITHY (1809-1882)
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| Mother: Lydia HARWOOD, 1860, age 88, Edward and Lydia Withy deaths_1860 | |
1 John WITHY 1 (1809-1882) [467]. Born 2 Oct 1809, Mangotsfield, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary WRIGHT 14 Jul 1840, London. Died 29 Dec 1882.
In 1837, John Withy, a wollen draper from Bristol, bought 5 shares (Ł250) in the Bristol and Gloucestershire Extension Railway (see House of Commons papers, Volume 48 - 28 iii)
Lived at 13, Charlotte Street, Bristol
In Hunt & Co.'s Directory for Gloucester, Bristol & Welsh towns, 1849, a John Withy lived at 12, Frederick Place, Clifton.
In Webster & Co.'s Directory of Bristol & Glamorganshire, 1865 a Jno Withy lived at Portland ho, Kingsdown.
2 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
4 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
5 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
10 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
11 Elizabeth GULSON 2 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
3 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
6 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
12 Edward HARWOOD ( -1769?) [834]. Died 1769 (app). Marr Hester 21 Nov 1770, Sidcot.
13 Hester ( - ) [835].
Marriage date: 21 Nov 1770 - Witnesses: Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd) - Bride was a Quaker (parish of Bladon).
7 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
14 William TANNER (1708?- ) [566]. Born 1708 (app). Marr Rachel THOMAS 1733 (app).
15 Rachel THOMAS (1711?-1769?) [567]. Born 1711 (app). Died 1769 (app).
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy 1999 |
| 2 | Barbara & David Withy |
John WITHY ( - )
1 John WITHY ( - ) [1163].
2 Henry Forster WITHY 1 (1890- ) [461]. Born 10 Oct 1890, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
4 Henry Daubeny WITHY (1882- ) [444]. Born 16 Mar 1882, West Hartlepool, Durham. Marr Edith Emily WILSON. Died.
In 1901 census, is an Apprentice Marine Engineer.
8 Henry WITHY 2 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
9 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
5 Edith Emily WILSON (1880?- ) [460]. Born 1880 (app). Died.
3 Joan WOMERSLEY ( - ) [1162].
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy 1999 |
| 2 | Barbara & David Withy |
John WITHY (1766- )
1 John Canvin WITHY 1 (1766- ) [464]. Born 1766, Bristol, Gloucester. Died.
2 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
3 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
6 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
7 Elizabeth GULSON 2 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
14 John GULSON ( -1685) [168]. Born. Died 1685.
15 Sarah LLOYD (1689-1732) [167]. Born 12 Jan 1689. Died 1732.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy 1999 |
| 2 | Barbara & David Withy |
John WITHY (1875-1899)
1 John Henry WITHY (1875-1899) [137]. Born 6 Mar 1875, Durham, West Hartlepool. Died 24 Nov 1899.
2 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
Joyce WITHY (1900- )
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1 Joyce WITHY (1900- ) [719]. Born 1900.
2 Alfred James WITHY (1869- ) [426]. Born 4 Dec 1869, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
Born in England in 1869.
Was educated at Ashville College, Pannal, Yorkshire (West riding) (It was founded as a Methodist boarding school for boys in 1877) in 1881 Census (with brother Arthur).
Alfred Withy arrived in New Zealand in 1884 with his father, Edward and mother Anne.
4 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
8 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
9 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
5 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
10 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
11 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
3 Orinthea ( - ) [717].
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Kate WITHY (1985- )
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1 Kate WITHY 1 (1985- ) [87]. Born 7 Mar 1985. Died.
2 Michael WITHY 2 (1954- ) [54]. Born 3 Jun 1954, Birkenhead. Died.
5 Beryl JONES 3 (1921- ) [53]. Born 31 Aug 1921, Wallasey. Died.
3 Sue BURNAND 1 (1956- ) [55]. Born 1 Jun 1956. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Gillian Withy (nee Lamb) |
| 2 | Sister & Mother |
| 3 | In person |
Kathleen WITHY ( - )
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1 Kathleen Mary WITHY ( - ) [572]. Marr James LOCKIE 20 Dec 1926.
Marriage announced in Evening Post, Volume CXII, Issue 149, 21 December 1926, Page 13 (Joan Withy was a bridesmaid).
2 Arthur WITHY (1870-1943) [427]. Born 1870, West Hartlepool, Durham. Marr Kate HOULD (or ruth gould?) 13 Feb 1897. Died 24 Sep 1943, Eastbourne, New Zealand.
Born in England in 1870,
Was educated at Ashville College, Pannal, Yorkshire (West riding) (It was founded as a Methodist boarding school for boys in 1877) in 1881 Census (with brother Alfred).
Arthur Withy arrived in New Zealand in 1884 with his father, Edward and mother Anne.
An Arthur Edward Withy (BA) was a successful candidate in the Incorporated Law Society examinations on 15 & 16 January 1889 (The Times, February 2, 1889) and on 17 & 18 June 1890 (The Times, July 5, 1890).
He returned to England in April 1892, to acquire training as a journalist.
He was a journalist and prominent single-taxer (i.e. land tax) and follower of Henry George. He was Secretary of the New Zealand Land Values League.
Arthur Withy was a Liberal Party (UK) candidate for South Herefordshire in the United Kingdom in 1895. He returned to New Zealand and stood as a candidate for the New Zealand Liberal Party for the Parnell electorate in 1896.
Following his marriage to Katie Hould (13 february 1897), the couple returned to England, (departing on the Anglian, to join the Kaikoura) where he intended to resume his profession as a Journalist.
In 1901 Census, was living at 22 Station Road, Chingford Village, Essex (next to a Barclays Bank). his occupation was Private Secretary To M P.
He was a member of the United Labour Party National Executive 1912-13 and an Independent Labour candidate for Auckland East in 1911.
In 1913, he lived at Goldie's Bray and Wellington in 1914 and he was still in Wellington in 1942.
Arthur Withy died in 1943. Withy's father Edward Withy had been a shipbuilder in England until he emigrated to New Zealand in 1884. He represented Newton in the New Zealand Parliament from 1887 to 1890.
4 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
8 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
9 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
5 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
10 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
11 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
3 Kate HOULD (or ruth gould?) ( - ) [561].
6 Richard A HOULD (1833?-1920?) [1054]. Born 1833 (app). Died 1920 (app).
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Locksley WITHY (1907- )
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1 Locksley WITHY (1907- ) [720]. Born 1907.
NZ Records - 1907/15071.
2 Alfred James WITHY (1869- ) [426]. Born 4 Dec 1869, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
Born in England in 1869.
Was educated at Ashville College, Pannal, Yorkshire (West riding) (It was founded as a Methodist boarding school for boys in 1877) in 1881 Census (with brother Arthur).
Alfred Withy arrived in New Zealand in 1884 with his father, Edward and mother Anne.
4 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
8 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
9 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
5 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
10 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
11 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
3 Orinthea ( - ) [717].
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Lydia WITHY (1814-1851?)
| Lydia WITHY, 1851, age 37, Lydia and samuel withy deaths 1851 | |
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| Mother: Lydia HARWOOD, 1860, age 88, Edward and Lydia Withy deaths_1860 | |
1 Lydia WITHY (1814-1851?) [121]. Born 18 Mar 1814. Died 9 Jun 1851 (app), Bourton, Claverham.
Unsure about DOB - may be 1814 ? (source Barbara & David Withy).
2 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
4 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
5 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
10 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
11 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
3 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
6 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
12 Edward HARWOOD ( -1769?) [834]. Died 1769 (app). Marr Hester 21 Nov 1770, Sidcot.
13 Hester ( - ) [835].
Marriage date: 21 Nov 1770 - Witnesses: Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd) - Bride was a Quaker (parish of Bladon).
7 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
14 William TANNER (1708?- ) [566]. Born 1708 (app). Marr Rachel THOMAS 1733 (app).
15 Rachel THOMAS (1711?-1769?) [567]. Born 1711 (app). Died 1769 (app).
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| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Lydia WITHY (1856-1936)
1 Lydia Caroline WITHY 1 (1856-1936) [475]. Born 18 Mar 1856, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1936.
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| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Lydia WITHY (1849-1849)
1 Lydia Harwood WITHY (1849-1849) [471]. Born 28 Nov 1849, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 24 Dec 1849, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester.
Margaret WITHY (1933- )
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1 Margaret WITHY (1933- ) [146]. Born 13 Jul 1933. Died.
2 Edward Albert WITHY (1873-1961) [136]. Born 8 Sep 1873, Durham, West Hartlepool. Died 11 May 1961.
Whilst George Withy (DOB 1924) was out walking with 'Uncle Ted' (Edward), he remarked that he seemed to be limping. He replied "I was born with one leg longer than the other!".
To this day, it is not known whether he meant this or if it was one of a series of unlikely answers to a question that he found to be boring or impertinent. As George came to know Ted better, he realised that he did not trade in anything but the truth, particularly in dealing with youngsters, and he has now happily settled for the first answer. He was the alto member of the Stranton chorister quartet for 70 years.
4 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
8 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
9 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
5 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
3 Emily BLACKWOOD (1891-1970) [143]. Born 24 Oct 1891. Died 6 Aug 1970.
Margaret WITHY ( - )
1 Margaret Joan WITHY ( - ) [766]. Marr John Grimmer (Rob) CHAMBERLAIN 20 Sep 1974, Darwin, NT.
2 Rupert WITHY (1902-1985) [758]. Born 21 Feb 1902, Opouriao, Taneatua, BOP, New Zealand. Marr Margaret (Rita) RENDALL 14 Aug 1940, Whakatane, New Zealand. Died 3 Apr 1985, Whakatane, New Zealand.
4 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
8 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
9 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
5 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
3 Margaret (Rita) RENDALL (1910-1999) [759]. Born 23 Dec 1910, Cambridge, NZ. Died 17 Nov 1999, Whakatane, New Zealand.
6 Arthur RENDALL ( - ) [760].
7 Florence O`KEEFE ( - ) [761].
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Marion WITHY (1873- )
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1 Marion WITHY (1873- ) [428]. Born 1873, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
Attended Newton East Public School in 1886 (Auckland Star, Volume XVII, Issue 808, 24 December 1886, Page 2). In 1887, came second in a Public School Drawing Competition (Auckland Star, Volume XVIII, Issue 80, 5 April 1887, Page 4).
2 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
6 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
7 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
14 BROWER ( - ) [710].
15 Jane (1783- ) [709]. Born 1783, Kildale, North Yorkshire.
Sources
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Mary WITHY (1802?-1865)
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| Mother: Lydia HARWOOD, 1860, age 88, Edward and Lydia Withy deaths_1860 | |
1 Mary WITHY (1802?-1865) [117]. Born 1802 (app), Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1865.
Unsure of DOB - Believe christened 21.08.1802 (Source - Barbara & David Withy 1999).
2 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
4 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
5 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
10 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
11 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
3 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
6 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
12 Edward HARWOOD ( -1769?) [834]. Died 1769 (app). Marr Hester 21 Nov 1770, Sidcot.
13 Hester ( - ) [835].
Marriage date: 21 Nov 1770 - Witnesses: Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd) - Bride was a Quaker (parish of Bladon).
7 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
14 William TANNER (1708?- ) [566]. Born 1708 (app). Marr Rachel THOMAS 1733 (app).
15 Rachel THOMAS (1711?-1769?) [567]. Born 1711 (app). Died 1769 (app).
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Mary WITHY (1784?- )
1 Mary WITHY (1784?- ) [466]. Born 1784 (app), Bristol, Gloucester. Died.
Two of the sons of the above William Stratford, William and Henry, became Partners in a Silversmith business, being credited for the invention of Silver Plating, and were established on Church Street, and Bramall Lane, in Sheffield, but afterwards towards the end of his life, William resided at Mosborough, and died on the 18th of April 1859, aged 72 years, being interred at Eckington.
William Stratford, besides being married to the daughter of William Grey, married secondly Mary Withy, Aunt to Frederick Withy Horsefield, who married William Stratford's daughter by his first wife. ( another marriage and Family confusion).
Mary Withys father, a Quaker, became estranged from the Society, and was of the same Family as George Withy, a distinguished Minister of the Society of Friends of Melkstan, County Wiltshire. she claimed descent through her mother from Sir Richard Grevis of Mosley Hall, County Worcester, and her relatives claimed the Estate. She died on the 19th of August 1874.
There are still Branches of the Family living in the Sheffield area who are descended from the afar said Thomas Stratford. (from: http ://www.genuki.org.uk/big/Colin/Misc/Stratfords/Stratfords08.html).
2 John Canvin WITHY 1 (1766- ) [464]. Born 1766, Bristol, Gloucester. Died.
4 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
5 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
10 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
11 Elizabeth GULSON 2 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
3 [unnamed person] (1760?- ) [570]. Born 1760 (app), Gloucs, England.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy 1999 |
| 2 | Barbara & David Withy |
Mary WITHY (1846-1888)
1 Mary Elizabeth WITHY (1846-1888) [469]. Born 11 Jul 1846, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 2 Oct 1888, Bristol, Gloucester.
Mary WITHY ( - )
1 Mary Theresa WITHY ( - ) [746]. Marr Sidney WATTERS 9 Jan 1954, Whakatane, New Zealand.
2 Rolfe WITHY (1901-1973) [742]. Born 4 Jan 1901, Taneatua, BOP, New Zealand. Marr Catherine Mary O`BRIEN 23 Jun 1931, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 13 May 1973, Whakatane, New Zealand.
4 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
8 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
9 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
5 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
3 Catherine Mary O`BRIEN (1908-1974) [743]. Born 24 Oct 1908, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 5 Aug 1974, Auckland, New Zealand.
6 Michael O`BRIEN ( - ) [744].
7 Susan GOUGH ( - ) [745].
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Michael WITHY (1954- )
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1 Michael WITHY 1 (1954- ) [54]. Born 3 Jun 1954, Birkenhead. Died.
3 Beryl JONES 2 (1921- ) [53]. Born 31 Aug 1921, Wallasey. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Sister & Mother |
| 2 | In person |
Michael WITHY (1912- )
1 Michael WITHY 1 (1912- ) [463]. Born 13 Mar 1912, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
2 Ernest WITHY 2 (1884- ) [441]. Born 26 May 1884, West Hartlepool, Durham. Marr Eileen DURLACHER 21 May 1912. Died.
4 Henry WITHY 2 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
8 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
9 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
5 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
3 Eileen DURLACHER ( - ) [462]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy 1999 |
| 2 | Barbara & David Withy |
Pamela WITHY (1954- )
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1 Pamela Kay WITHY 1 (1954- ) [25]. Born 16 May 1954. Died.
2 George WITHY 2 (1924-1998) [8]. Born 15 May 1924. Marr Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 1950. Died 17 Nov 1998, 3 Woodside Road, Irby, Wirral.
George Withy attended Bikenhead Park High School and served with the Royal Artillery during World War II. He began his career in journalism in the 1940's as a trainee with the old Birkenhead News and then spent several years working for newspaper
s in the Midlands, before returning to Merseyside in 1960 to the Daily Post as a sub-editor. Later, he became chief sub-editor. George then joined the Liverpool Echo, where he was night news editor for many years before becoming assistant editor and retring in 1989.
George Withy was synonymous on merseyside with the Institute of Journalists (IOJ), (now the Chartered IOJ) and was for many years the Liverpool District Chairman as well as the Chairman of the national Salaries and Conditions Board. He was a form
er President of the Institute, and also served for a number of years on the Press Council. He was awarded a life Fellowship of the CIOJ on 1 March 1998 He suffered from Altzheimer's Disease during the latter years of his life, but remained at home in Irby throughout his illness, cared for by his wife, Betty, and their two daughters Carol and Kay. He died peacefully at home, with his family at his side. The funeral took place at St Bartholomew's Church, Thurstaston. (See Obituary Notices & Journalism Training Centre Dedication).
4 George WITHY (1886-1967) [500]. Born 10 Jan 1886, Durham, West Hartlepool. Marr Margaret Ellen GIBSON 26 Sep 1936. Marr Margaret Ellen GIBSON. Died 1967, Heswall nursing home.
Born in 1886, in West Hartlepool. Apprenticed as a Ships' draughtsman, he first moved to Vickers Armstrong (Barrow-in-Furness). He moved to Birkenhead in 1915 (living at 11, Ashburton Road) to take charge of the building of the first submarine contract obtained for the Shipyard. For 35 years, he was the senior Naval architect on Admiralty construction at Cammell Laird & Co. (Shipbuilders and Engineers) Ltd., Birkenhead. He supervised all their Naval construction, including the battleships Rodney and Prince of Wales. The first Ark Royal, and many smaller vessels.
He was married 3 times. First to Sarah Alice Stankley (1916). She died in the 1918 flue epidemic. He then married her twin sister(?), Elizabeth Alma Stankley. Following her death in 1934 from 'a stomach problem', he married Margaret Ellen Gibson on 26/09/1936. (details from Jennifer Stankley).
8 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
9 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
5 Elizabeth Alma STANKLEY 3 (1890-1934) [162]. Born 1890. Died 28 Jan 1934, Birkenhead General Hospital.
Second wife of George Withy (B 10.01.1886) (see Marriage Certificate). The sister of Sarah Alice Stankley, his first wife. Elizabeth Alma died in 1934 (See death certificate).
10 James STANKLEY (1854- ) [274]. Born 5 May 1854. Died.
11 Jane Ann (Jennie) SWALWELL ( - ) [275]. Born. Died.
3 Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 1 (1925- ) [9]. Born 14 Sep 1925, Northfield, Birmingham(at home). Died.
6 Bertram Allen GRAY (1892?-1981) [34]. Born 1892 (app), Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died 1981.
Bertram's first wife was Milly, mother of Edward (Ted) Gray, who was adopted by Avon James Gray and Mabel Wilson
Kings Norton
In 1911 census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath, Worcestershire - Apprentice.
12 Avon GRAY (1859?-1923?) [260]. Born 1859 (app), Balsall Heath, Worcestershire. Marr Emily Louisa ALLEN 1885. Died 1923 (app).
In 1911 Census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath
In 1901 Census, lived at: Featherstone Road, Kings Norton
In 1891 census, Profession was: Commission Agent and lived at: 8, Featherstone Road, Kings Norton, Kings Heath
In 1881 Census, Profession was: Manufactr Employing 5 Men & 2 Boys; lived at: Laburnam Cottage, Taylor Rd, Kings Norton (with mother - shown as Widow)
In 1871 Census, lived at: Moseley Road, Aston, Birmingham, County:
Warwickshire.
13 Emily Louisa ALLEN (1857- ) [261]. Born 1857, Birmingham, Warwickshire. Died.
7 Dorothy (Dolly) WILSON 4 (1902-1981) [35]. Born 19 Apr 1902, Kingsheath Birmingham. Died 12 Aug 1981, Birmingham.
Second wife of Bertram Allen Gray (first wife was Milly).
14 William Clifford WILSON (1861- ) [58]. Born 1861, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Marr Alice Clara BULL 1881, Kings Norton, Worcestershire.
15 Alice Clara BULL (1862- ) [59]. Born 1862, Sussex Brighton.
Sources
| 1 | In person |
| 2 | In person, Wife (D B Gray) & obituaries |
| 3 | Jennifer Stankley |
| 4 | Daughter - D B Gray |
Patricia WITHY ( - )
1 Patricia May WITHY ( - ) [764]. Marr Alan Christopher SILVESTER 12 Aug 1967, Matata, Whakatane.
2 Rupert WITHY (1902-1985) [758]. Born 21 Feb 1902, Opouriao, Taneatua, BOP, New Zealand. Marr Margaret (Rita) RENDALL 14 Aug 1940, Whakatane, New Zealand. Died 3 Apr 1985, Whakatane, New Zealand.
4 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
8 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
9 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
5 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
3 Margaret (Rita) RENDALL (1910-1999) [759]. Born 23 Dec 1910, Cambridge, NZ. Died 17 Nov 1999, Whakatane, New Zealand.
6 Arthur RENDALL ( - ) [760].
7 Florence O`KEEFE ( - ) [761].
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Peter WITHY (1934-2010)
1 Peter Michael WITHY (1934-2010) [748]. Born 7 May 1934, Whakatane, New Zealand. Marr Joan Ann KELLY 15 Jun 1963, Whakatane, New Zealand. Died 13 Mar 2010, Whakatane Hospital, Whakatane, NZ.
2 Rolfe WITHY (1901-1973) [742]. Born 4 Jan 1901, Taneatua, BOP, New Zealand. Marr Catherine Mary O`BRIEN 23 Jun 1931, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 13 May 1973, Whakatane, New Zealand.
4 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
8 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
9 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
5 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
3 Catherine Mary O`BRIEN (1908-1974) [743]. Born 24 Oct 1908, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 5 Aug 1974, Auckland, New Zealand.
6 Michael O`BRIEN ( - ) [744].
7 Susan GOUGH ( - ) [745].
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Philip WITHY ( - )
1 Philip John WITHY ( - ) [770]. Marr Susan Jenny BURGESS 26 Oct 1974, New Plymouth.
2 Rupert WITHY (1902-1985) [758]. Born 21 Feb 1902, Opouriao, Taneatua, BOP, New Zealand. Marr Margaret (Rita) RENDALL 14 Aug 1940, Whakatane, New Zealand. Died 3 Apr 1985, Whakatane, New Zealand.
4 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
8 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
9 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
5 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
3 Margaret (Rita) RENDALL (1910-1999) [759]. Born 23 Dec 1910, Cambridge, NZ. Died 17 Nov 1999, Whakatane, New Zealand.
6 Arthur RENDALL ( - ) [760].
7 Florence O`KEEFE ( - ) [761].
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Rachel WITHY (1840-1928)
| Father: Edward WITHY, Annie_Treadgold_family | |
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1 Rachel WITHY (1840-1928) [127]. Born 27 Dec 1840, Portland Square, Bristol. Died 10 Feb 1928.
in 1861 census, WITHY, Rachel - Boarder at the Lion Hotel, Bridge Row, Builth, County of Brecknockshire - Unmarried age 20 Born in Bristol
Attended Silcot School between 1850 and 1857.
2 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
4 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
8 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
9 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
5 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
10 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
11 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
3 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
6 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
12 William ATTREE (1748?- ) [785]. Born 1748 (app). Christened 27 Dec 1748.
13 Mary SENDALL ( - ) [786].
7 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
14 Lloyd Daubeny (1748?-1816) [689]. Born 1748 (app). Died 6 May 1816.
15 Hannah Lee (1767?- ) [690]. Born 1767 (app). Christened 15 Mar 1767, Henbury.
Rachel WITHY (1799-1840?)
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| Mother: Lydia HARWOOD, 1860, age 88, Edward and Lydia Withy deaths_1860 | |
1 Rachel WITHY (1799-1840?) [113]. Born 22 Jul 1799, Castle Precincts, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr James TANNER 17 May 1826, Frenchay, Somerset. Died 1840 (app).
2 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
4 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
5 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
10 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
11 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
3 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
6 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
12 Edward HARWOOD ( -1769?) [834]. Died 1769 (app). Marr Hester 21 Nov 1770, Sidcot.
13 Hester ( - ) [835].
Marriage date: 21 Nov 1770 - Witnesses: Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd) - Bride was a Quaker (parish of Bladon).
7 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
14 William TANNER (1708?- ) [566]. Born 1708 (app). Marr Rachel THOMAS 1733 (app).
15 Rachel THOMAS (1711?-1769?) [567]. Born 1711 (app). Died 1769 (app).
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Rachel WITHY (1927- )
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1 Rachel ('Rae') WITHY (1927- ) [145]. Born 6 Jun 1927. Died.
On an occasion when Rae was away at Durham University, Uncle Ted organised a bus trip of her contemporaries and friends to go and see her. He counted most of the group several times (but avoided paying any fares twice), announced that the whole f
amily was visiting, and turned the event into an impromptu 'pantomime', much to the amusement of all the other passengers.
2 Edward Albert WITHY (1873-1961) [136]. Born 8 Sep 1873, Durham, West Hartlepool. Died 11 May 1961.
Whilst George Withy (DOB 1924) was out walking with 'Uncle Ted' (Edward), he remarked that he seemed to be limping. He replied "I was born with one leg longer than the other!".
To this day, it is not known whether he meant this or if it was one of a series of unlikely answers to a question that he found to be boring or impertinent. As George came to know Ted better, he realised that he did not trade in anything but the truth, particularly in dealing with youngsters, and he has now happily settled for the first answer. He was the alto member of the Stranton chorister quartet for 70 years.
4 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
8 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
9 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
5 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
3 Emily BLACKWOOD (1891-1970) [143]. Born 24 Oct 1891. Died 6 Aug 1970.
Rachel WITHY (1891-1979)
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1 Rachel Madeline WITHY (1891-1979) [446]. Born 31 Dec 1891, West Hartlepool, Durham. Marr Kenneth MACLELLAN 2 Apr 1913, Stranton Parish Church, W Hartelpool. Died 16 Apr 1979.
2 Henry WITHY 1 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
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Robert WITHY (1928- )
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| Father: George WITHY, gw1_bs (3) | |
| Mother: Elizabeth Alma STANKLEY, 1956, age 66, GW&MG_MS | |
1 Robert (Bob) WITHY (1928- ) [52]. Born 16 Aug 1928. Died.
2 George WITHY (1886-1967) [500]. Born 10 Jan 1886, Durham, West Hartlepool. Marr Margaret Ellen GIBSON 26 Sep 1936. Marr Margaret Ellen GIBSON. Died 1967, Heswall nursing home.
Born in 1886, in West Hartlepool. Apprenticed as a Ships' draughtsman, he first moved to Vickers Armstrong (Barrow-in-Furness). He moved to Birkenhead in 1915 (living at 11, Ashburton Road) to take charge of the building of the first submarine contract obtained for the Shipyard. For 35 years, he was the senior Naval architect on Admiralty construction at Cammell Laird & Co. (Shipbuilders and Engineers) Ltd., Birkenhead. He supervised all their Naval construction, including the battleships Rodney and Prince of Wales. The first Ark Royal, and many smaller vessels.
He was married 3 times. First to Sarah Alice Stankley (1916). She died in the 1918 flue epidemic. He then married her twin sister(?), Elizabeth Alma Stankley. Following her death in 1934 from 'a stomach problem', he married Margaret Ellen Gibson on 26/09/1936. (details from Jennifer Stankley).
4 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
8 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
9 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
5 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
3 Elizabeth Alma STANKLEY 1 (1890-1934) [162]. Born 1890. Died 28 Jan 1934, Birkenhead General Hospital.
Second wife of George Withy (B 10.01.1886) (see Marriage Certificate). The sister of Sarah Alice Stankley, his first wife. Elizabeth Alma died in 1934 (See death certificate).
6 James STANKLEY (1854- ) [274]. Born 5 May 1854. Died.
12 James STANKLEY (1825-1889) [322]. Born 4 Feb 1825. Died 1 Aug 1889.
13 Sarah LOWSON (1827-1884) [323]. Born 1827. Died 31 Aug 1884.
7 Jane Ann (Jennie) SWALWELL ( - ) [275]. Born. Died.
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Rolfe WITHY (1901-1973)
1 Rolfe WITHY (1901-1973) [742]. Born 4 Jan 1901, Taneatua, BOP, New Zealand. Marr Catherine Mary O`BRIEN 23 Jun 1931, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 13 May 1973, Whakatane, New Zealand.
2 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
4 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
8 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
9 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
5 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
10 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
11 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
3 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Ross WITHY (1997- )
1 Ross Charles Dennis WITHY 1 (1997- ) [3]. Born 27 Oct 1997, Romford, Essex. Died.
2 Ian David WITHY 1 (1965- ) [452]. Born 30 Mar 1965, Malacca, Maylasia. Marr Samantha DENNIS. Died.
4 David Ian WITHY 1 (1939- ) [450]. Born 8 Apr 1939, Birmingham. Marr Barbara O'CONNELL. Died.
8 Vivian WITHY 2 (1917- ) [447]. Born 30 Mar 1917, Newcastle. Marr Gwyneth ROBERTS. Died.
9 Gwyneth ROBERTS 1 ( - ) [448]. Born. Died.
5 Barbara O'CONNELL ( - ) [451]. Born. Died.
3 Samantha DENNIS ( - ) [453]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
| 2 | Barbara & David Withy 1999 |
Rupert WITHY (1902-1985)
1 Rupert WITHY (1902-1985) [758]. Born 21 Feb 1902, Opouriao, Taneatua, BOP, New Zealand. Marr Margaret (Rita) RENDALL 14 Aug 1940, Whakatane, New Zealand. Died 3 Apr 1985, Whakatane, New Zealand.
2 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
4 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
8 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
9 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
5 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
10 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
11 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
3 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Samuel WITHY (1886- )
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1 Samuel WITHY (1886- ) [437]. Born 1886, New Zealand. Died.
NZ Register - 1886/1039.
2 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
6 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
7 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
14 BROWER ( - ) [710].
15 Jane (1783- ) [709]. Born 1783, Kildale, North Yorkshire.
Sources
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Samuel WITHY (1846-1851)
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1 Samuel WITHY (1846-1851) [126]. Born 15 Oct 1846, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 6 Jul 1851.
2 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
4 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
8 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
9 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
5 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
10 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
11 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
3 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
6 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
12 William ATTREE (1748?- ) [785]. Born 1748 (app). Christened 27 Dec 1748.
13 Mary SENDALL ( - ) [786].
7 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
14 Lloyd Daubeny (1748?-1816) [689]. Born 1748 (app). Died 6 May 1816.
15 Hannah Lee (1767?- ) [690]. Born 1767 (app). Christened 15 Mar 1767, Henbury.
Samuel WITHY (frm1804-1827)
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| Father: George (junior) WITHY, Quakersfriars Bristol | |
| Mother: Lydia HARWOOD, 1860, age 88, Edward and Lydia Withy deaths_1860 | |
1 Samuel WITHY (frm1804-1827) [116]. Born frm 22 Apr 1804 to 31 Dec 1812, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1827.
Unsure about DOB - may be 1812 ? (source Barbara & David Withy).
2 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
4 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
5 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
10 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
11 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
3 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
6 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
12 Edward HARWOOD ( -1769?) [834]. Died 1769 (app). Marr Hester 21 Nov 1770, Sidcot.
13 Hester ( - ) [835].
Marriage date: 21 Nov 1770 - Witnesses: Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd) - Bride was a Quaker (parish of Bladon).
7 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
14 William TANNER (1708?- ) [566]. Born 1708 (app). Marr Rachel THOMAS 1733 (app).
15 Rachel THOMAS (1711?-1769?) [567]. Born 1711 (app). Died 1769 (app).
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Sarah WITHY (1844-1844)
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1 Sarah WITHY (1844-1844) [124]. Born 12 Jan 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 24 Jan 1844.
2 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
4 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
8 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
9 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
5 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
10 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
11 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
3 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
6 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
12 William ATTREE (1748?- ) [785]. Born 1748 (app). Christened 27 Dec 1748.
13 Mary SENDALL ( - ) [786].
7 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
14 Lloyd Daubeny (1748?-1816) [689]. Born 1748 (app). Died 6 May 1816.
15 Hannah Lee (1767?- ) [690]. Born 1767 (app). Christened 15 Mar 1767, Henbury.
Sophie WITHY (1898- )
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1 Sophie WITHY (1898- ) [713]. Born 1898.
2 Arthur WITHY (1870-1943) [427]. Born 1870, West Hartlepool, Durham. Marr Kate HOULD (or ruth gould?) 13 Feb 1897. Died 24 Sep 1943, Eastbourne, New Zealand.
Born in England in 1870,
Was educated at Ashville College, Pannal, Yorkshire (West riding) (It was founded as a Methodist boarding school for boys in 1877) in 1881 Census (with brother Alfred).
Arthur Withy arrived in New Zealand in 1884 with his father, Edward and mother Anne.
An Arthur Edward Withy (BA) was a successful candidate in the Incorporated Law Society examinations on 15 & 16 January 1889 (The Times, February 2, 1889) and on 17 & 18 June 1890 (The Times, July 5, 1890).
He returned to England in April 1892, to acquire training as a journalist.
He was a journalist and prominent single-taxer (i.e. land tax) and follower of Henry George. He was Secretary of the New Zealand Land Values League.
Arthur Withy was a Liberal Party (UK) candidate for South Herefordshire in the United Kingdom in 1895. He returned to New Zealand and stood as a candidate for the New Zealand Liberal Party for the Parnell electorate in 1896.
Following his marriage to Katie Hould (13 february 1897), the couple returned to England, (departing on the Anglian, to join the Kaikoura) where he intended to resume his profession as a Journalist.
In 1901 Census, was living at 22 Station Road, Chingford Village, Essex (next to a Barclays Bank). his occupation was Private Secretary To M P.
He was a member of the United Labour Party National Executive 1912-13 and an Independent Labour candidate for Auckland East in 1911.
In 1913, he lived at Goldie's Bray and Wellington in 1914 and he was still in Wellington in 1942.
Arthur Withy died in 1943. Withy's father Edward Withy had been a shipbuilder in England until he emigrated to New Zealand in 1884. He represented Newton in the New Zealand Parliament from 1887 to 1890.
4 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
8 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
9 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
5 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
10 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
11 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
3 Kate HOULD (or ruth gould?) ( - ) [561].
6 Richard A HOULD (1833?-1920?) [1054]. Born 1833 (app). Died 1920 (app).
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Stella WITHY (1901- )
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1 Stella WITHY (1901- ) [718]. Born 1901.
NZ Records - 1901/13917.
2 Alfred James WITHY (1869- ) [426]. Born 4 Dec 1869, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
Born in England in 1869.
Was educated at Ashville College, Pannal, Yorkshire (West riding) (It was founded as a Methodist boarding school for boys in 1877) in 1881 Census (with brother Arthur).
Alfred Withy arrived in New Zealand in 1884 with his father, Edward and mother Anne.
4 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
8 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
9 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
5 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
10 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
11 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
3 Orinthea ( - ) [717].
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Stephen WITHY (1958- )
1 Stephen Edward WITHY (1958- ) [150]. Born 8 Aug 1958. Died.
2 Alfred James WITHY (1925- ) [144]. Born 19 Nov 1925. Died.
4 Edward Albert WITHY (1873-1961) [136]. Born 8 Sep 1873, Durham, West Hartlepool. Died 11 May 1961.
Whilst George Withy (DOB 1924) was out walking with 'Uncle Ted' (Edward), he remarked that he seemed to be limping. He replied "I was born with one leg longer than the other!".
To this day, it is not known whether he meant this or if it was one of a series of unlikely answers to a question that he found to be boring or impertinent. As George came to know Ted better, he realised that he did not trade in anything but the truth, particularly in dealing with youngsters, and he has now happily settled for the first answer. He was the alto member of the Stranton chorister quartet for 70 years.
8 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
9 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
5 Emily BLACKWOOD (1891-1970) [143]. Born 24 Oct 1891. Died 6 Aug 1970.
3 Elizabeth Jane DOWSON ( - ) [147]. Born. Died.
Susan WITHY (1938-2002)
1 Susan Anne WITHY (1938-2002) [752]. Born 23 Mar 1938, Whakatane, New Zealand. Marr William Alfred John LETT 20 Jul 1957, Whakatane, New Zealand. Died 20 Mar 2002, Auckland, New Zealand.
2 Rolfe WITHY (1901-1973) [742]. Born 4 Jan 1901, Taneatua, BOP, New Zealand. Marr Catherine Mary O`BRIEN 23 Jun 1931, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 13 May 1973, Whakatane, New Zealand.
4 Harold WITHY (1879- ) [431]. Born 1879, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
8 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
9 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
5 Eunice Lewis ( - ) [714].
3 Catherine Mary O`BRIEN (1908-1974) [743]. Born 24 Oct 1908, Auckland, New Zealand. Died 5 Aug 1974, Auckland, New Zealand.
6 Michael O`BRIEN ( - ) [744].
7 Susan GOUGH ( - ) [745].
Sources
| 1 | "Labour's Path to Political Independence". |
Vivian WITHY (1917- )
1 Vivian WITHY 1 (1917- ) [447]. Born 30 Mar 1917, Newcastle. Marr Gwyneth ROBERTS. Died.
2 Vivian WITHY 2 (1880-1950?) [443]. Born 20 Sep 1880, West Hartlepool, Durham. Marr Edith Barbera CAMERON. Died 1950 (app).
4 Henry WITHY 2 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
8 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
9 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
5 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
3 Edith Barbera CAMERON 2 ( - ) [449]. Born. Died.
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy 1999 |
| 2 | Barbara & David Withy |
Vivian WITHY (1880-1950?)
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| Father: Henry WITHY, HW_JP_HARTLEPOOL | |
1 Vivian WITHY 1 (1880-1950?) [443]. Born 20 Sep 1880, West Hartlepool, Durham. Marr Edith Barbera CAMERON. Died 1950 (app).
2 Henry WITHY 1 (1852-1922) [129]. Born 11 Nov 1852, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Mary Forest PERRY 1879, Stockton, Durham. Died 31 May 1922. Buried 1922, Holy Trinity, Seaton Carew, Durham.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at Brean Villa School, Camden Terrace, Weston Super Mare, Somersetshire.
Attended Sidcot School between 1862 and 1867.
in the 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool. occupation shown as apprentice Shipbuilder.
After Edward Withy emigrated in 1884, selling his shares to shipowner Christopher Furness, Henry was employed as Managing Director of the EDWARD WITHY & Company Shipyard. After 1891 the yard operated as Furness, Withy.
In the 1881 census, lived at 11, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham
In the 1891 census, lived at Grange House, Grange Road, Stranton, West Hartlepool
In the 1901 and 1911 census, lived at: Brantford House Blakelock Road West Hartlepool
in 1902 / 3, Henry Withy was a member of the committee of the North-east coast Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders
Henry Withy, of Brentford House, was a Borough Magistrate in 1914.
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Mary Forest PERRY (1856-1909) [439]. Born 1856. Died 11 Sep 1909, Brentford House, west Hartlepool.
Death published in The Times Sept 13th 1909.
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1 Walter WITHY (1885- ) [434]. Born 1885, West Hartlepool, Durham. Died.
2 Edward WITHY (1844-1927) [125]. Born 22 Dec 1844, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Anne TREADGOLD Feb 1868. Died 26 Mar 1927, St. Luke's, Jersey, Channel lslands.
Edward Withy, was born in Bristol, of Quaker stock, in 1844, and was educated at the Friends' School, Sidcot (see: http://www.sidcot.org.uk/) which he attended between 1854 and 1859.
After leaving Sidcot School, Edward Withy became a "Ship Draftsman Apprentice", to Messrs. Richardson and Duck, Shipbuilders, Stockton-on-Tees. Whilst away from his family in Bristol, he was boarding with William Marwood, at: York Street in Thornaby, Durham.
On completing his apprenticeship, he entered the iron industry being employed by the Stockton shipbuilder Richardson, Duck in which he was very successful. He soon rose to be manager of the yard and for some time he acted as inspector to the P. & O. Steamship Company, travelling extensively in Eastern waters.
Returning home in 1867, he married Miss Annie Treadgold, of Stockton-on-Tees. About this time, he also took a trip to Australia for the benefit of his health with his wife and eldest son, and there conceived a liking for the Colonies.
In 1869, Edward Withy formed a shipbuilding partnership in Hartlepool, with Edward Alexander, who had been head cashier at Denton, Gray (WITHY, ALEXANDER & Company - HARTLEPOOL - 1869 – 1874). They took over Denton Gray’s former Middleton shipyard and their first ship was the Maria Ysabel, launched in May 1869.
In 1871 Census, was staying with James & Gertrude Tanner (Cousin) in Cheddar - listed as "master from Shipbuilder of west Hartlepool".
On November2, 1872, a patent (No. 3252) for Improvements in mixing, charging, and smelting iron ores was taken out by Edward Withy and William Gibson, of West Hartlepool, Durham. The object of this invention was to save fuel as much as possible. In effecting this, in the first place, the ores are crushed and ground, and the smaller they are ground the less fuel they take to smelt them. Second. The pulverised ores are mixed with the required quantity of lime and water to a stiff paste, which paste is forced into moulds or through dies, in a similar manner to drain tiles, the dies being made to give such shape or form to charging sections as will afford the greatest amount of heating surface, according to the weight and strength of the materials. With these sections are charged blast furnaces, puddling-furnaces, cupolas, and vibratory-furnaces, in manner described in Letters Patent No. 2672, A.d. 1872, and more especially they are used in the improved puddling-furnaces described in said Letters Patent.
The Company prospered well in the good times that followed the Franco-German War and in 1873, they enlarged the shipyard, allowing the firm to undertake the construction of up to five vessels at one time and at the end of this year, Edward Alexander retired. Following Alexander’s retirement, Edward Withy carried on with the business alone and he founded Edward Withy and Company shipbuilders in 1874, being joined by his brother Henry. In 1880, the yard launched the Cyanus which was the first steel ship to be built in Hartlepool. Before this, all ships were made of wood or iron.
One of the firm’s customers was local businessmen Thomas and Christopher Furness who had commenced ship owning in 1878 and in 1881. In 1883, with an established and profitable shipping line behind him, Christopher Furness was able to buy a controlling interest in shipbuilders Edward Withy and Company, of West Hartlepool.
When Edward Withy decided to move to New Zealand in 1884, Christopher Furness bought his shares in the shipyard. He made Edward Withy’s brother, Henry, managing director.
In 1885, Christopher Furness collaborated with Thomas Wilson to form the Wilson-Furness Line to operate services between Newcastle and New York and by 1891 the fleet contained 18 ships. The company continued under its own name until 1891, when Edward Withy and Company was merged with some of Christopher Furness’ other businesses and became part of Furness, Withy and Co. with Christopher Furness as chairman, R. B. Stoker as ship director, Henry Withy and R. W. Vick as shipyard representatives, plus Thomas King and G. L. Wooley. From 1891 to 1908, the yard operated as Furness, Withy & Company Ltd.
Furness Withy was incorporated as a company in 1891 upon the amalgamation of Christopher Furness' business in West Hartlepool and London with Edward Withy's shipbuilding yard in Hartlepool. By 1914 the company had acquired interests all over the world in liner and tramp shipping and in shipbuilding, but from 1920 they concentrated on liner services. In addition to the North Atlantic service, they developed other American routes based principally on New York and including Bermuda and the West Indies. The Furness family sold its interests in the Company to a consortium led by Frederick Lewis, a Director in the business, in 1919.
On retiring from ship-building and emigrating to New Zealand, while still in his prime, Edward Withy took up residence in Auckland. He now decided to become a Parliamentarian and contested the Newton East seat against the Hon. J. A. Tole who at that time was Minister of Justice. Mr. Withy's committees were admirably organised and, as a result, to the astonishment of many people, the newcomer won the seat. He had previously been a member of the British House of Commons, and his long association with politics stood him in good stead.
For years Mr. Withy had been a Land Nationalist, a follower of Professor Alfred Russell Wallace, but on reading "Progress and Poverty" in the early eighties he became a disciple of the Prophet of San Francisco. However he quickly tired of the Parliamentary life, as he retained his seat for only three years, between 1887 and 1890.
He then went to live in the Taranaki district, and in 1893, he again ran for Parliament, but mainly with the object of doing a stroke of propaganda work for the Single Tax, and, owing to the prominence that he gave to this plank of his platform, he failed to reach the top of the poll. For years he was Acting President of the Auckland Anti-Poverty Society, Sir George Grey being Honorary President. He was also for some time President of the National Single Tax League, and a Vice-President and member of the Executive of the New Zealand Land Values League, and a generous subscriber to its funds.
Edward Withy reproduced several of his lectures on the Single Tax in pamphlet form, and wrote numerous letters to the Press. He also wrote an article, "Daylight on the Land Question," in the Westminster Review and has written more ambitious pamphlets on the question, the best known of which is "Ground Rent, The True Source of Public Revenue: How to Secure It for this Purpose by Means of the Single Tax."
Many years later, he returned to the ‘Old Land’ and went to live in Jersey, where Mrs Withy died on 21st April 1925. Edward Withy died on 26th March 1927 in Jersey in the Channel Islands.
Mr. Arthur Withy, of Wellington, a member of the "Hansard" staff, is the eldest son of the deceased. 1
4 Edward WITHY (1812-1860) [120]. Born 6 Mar 1812, Downend, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Sarah ATREE 14 Jan 1840, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Died 31 May 1860.
In Pigot's Directory of Gloucestershire, 1830, WITHY, LITTLE & WITHY are listed as "Woollen Draper" at 11 Bridge Street, Bristol.
In Mathews' Bristol & Clifton Directory, 1851, edward Withy Woolen Draper and Tailor, 12 Bridge Street.
In 1841 census, lived at; Bishop St, St Paul, Bristol
In1851 census, was visiting James Tanner with his son Edward Withy Jr.
Gazette Issue 20951 published on the 2 March 1849. Page 18 of 36 (http://www.london- gazette.co.uk/issues/20951/pages/724):
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership lately subsisting between the undersigned, Edward Withy and Thomas Peter Collins, of the city of Bristol, Woollen Drapers and Tailors, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. - Dated this 28th day of February 1849.
Edward Withy,
Thos. Peter Collins.
Was a Brush Manufacturer in 1857 in Bridge Street, Bristol
Marriage GRO Ref: Bristol 11 199 at the Society of Friends Quaker.
8 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
9 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
5 Sarah ATREE (1810-1897) [122]. Born 23 Feb 1810. Died 13 Feb 1897.
In 1851 census, lived at 12, Bridge Street, Saint Mary Le Port, Bristol County: Gloucestershire (recorded as "Withey")
In 1861 (recorded as "Withey") - Widow, Proprietor Of GasnShares, Bristol Address: 8, Upper Berkeley Place, St Augustine, Bristol
In 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Annuitant (i.e. receiving a sum of money from an estate or insurance).
In 1881 census, lived at 29, Thornton St, Stranton, Durham (Income From Dividends). Also in house were Rachael (Daughter - Single) and Harold Withhy (Grand Son, age 5 - Scholar born West Hartlepool, Durham).
10 John ATREE (1783?-1822) [687]. Born 1783 (app). Christened 21 Sep 1783, Horsham, Sussex. Died 2 Feb 1822, St Paul's, Bristol.
11 Sarah Vaughan DAUBENY (1791?-1855) [686]. Born 1791 (app), Westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Christened 2 Nov 1791, westbury on Trym, Gloucester. Marr William HAYWARD 13 Aug 1822, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 1 Apr 1855, 7 All Saint Street, Bristol.
Died of "Fever bronchitis".
3 Anne TREADGOLD (1845-1925) [130]. Born 1845. Died 21 Apr 1925.
6 Thomas TREADGOLD (1805- ) [704]. Born 1805, Great Broughton, Northamptonshire.
In 1861 Census, lived at: 3, Hardwick Terrace, Stockton On Tees, Stockton.
7 Jane BROWER (1817- ) [705]. Born 1817, Stockton, Durham.
14 BROWER ( - ) [710].
15 Jane (1783- ) [709]. Born 1783, Kildale, North Yorkshire.
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William WITHY (1808-1808)
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| Mother: Lydia HARWOOD, 1860, age 88, Edward and Lydia Withy deaths_1860 | |
1 William WITHY (1808-1808) [118]. Born 29 Aug 1808. Died 1808.
2 George (junior) WITHY (1763-1837) [110]. Born 7 Jul 1763, Bristol, Gloucestershire. Marr Lydia HARWOOD 17 Jun 1794, Bristol Quaker. Died 30 Sep 1837.
Marriage witnesses: Woollen drapers of George. Bride d Edward/Mary at Quakers Friars Bristol
GEORGE WITHY (1763 – 1837)
A Testimony of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting concerning our deceased friend, George Withy, who died at Melksham, the 30th day of the ninth month, 1837, and was interred in the Friends' burial ground at the Friars, Bristol, the 6th of tenth month, aged seventy-four years; a minister forty-nine years. (Note that in the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed to Greenbank cemetery)
We desire to bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father, in having removed from the church militant this our beloved and honoured friend; and while we seek not to exalt the man, we would magnify the sufficiency of that grace which enabled him, during a long series of years, to maintain an unshaken testimony to the truth, and by his Christian example, and deep experience in spiritual things, to edify those amongst whom his lot was cast.
George Withy was born in Bristol, the 7th of seventh month, 1763, of parents not of our religious Society. When about eleven years of age, he was taken from school, and worked at his father's business; by which he was introduced into company that weakened those religious impressions, with which his mind at this early season was visited, and he entered deeply into many of the vanities and vices of youth. In reference to this period of his life he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within, that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit, thus striving with me." About the same time he also remarks: "I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children; but as my evil heart became renewed, by the operation of the one saving baptism, of which John's was a figure, even the baptism ol Him, whose fan is in his hand, and who alone can thoroughly purge the floor of the sinner's heart, and purify it from the defilements of our fallen nature."
He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations; but felt that however painful to his natural inclination, he must endure the cross and endeavour to despise the shame, and openly avow to the world his belief in the principles professed by the people called Quakers.
In his twenty-second year, he was admitted a member of our religious Society, and first appeared as a minister, when about twenty-five years of age. In the year 1794, he married and settled in his native city, where he continued till 1805, when he removed his family into the compass of Frenchay meeting. In 1828, he became a member of this meeting, and resided at Melksham the remainder of his life.
In the relation of husband and parent he was affectionate and exemplary, diligent in his attendance of meetings for worship and discipline, and carefully encouraged, both by example and precept, the frequent reading of the Holy Scriptures. He often visited those to whom he thought he could suitably administer either reproof or encouragement, and was a useful and efficient member of civil society. In his intercourse with persona not in profession with us, though he faithfully supported our peculiar principles, his zeal was so tempered with charity that he was beloved and respected by those who did not unite in his religious views.
For some time after his first appearance in the ministry, his offerings were not frequent; but he was favoured to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and thus became eminently qualified to advocate the cause of righteousness on the earth. He was clear and sound in doctrine, very careful not to exceed the openings of the Spirit of Truth; and while he rebuked, with a just severity, the lukewarm and indifferent, and earnestly incited all to greater diligence, he was often the means of conveying much comfort and refreshment to the humble and drooping mind.
Our dear friend's time was much devoted to the service of his great Master, in proclaiming the glad tidings of the gospel, both at home and abroad, on which account he visited most, if not all, the meetings of Friends in England and Wales; was four times in Ireland; once in Scotland; in 1821 and 1822 paid an extensive visit in North America. He was at times engaged in the arduous service of visiting families: nor were his labours of love confined to our own Society, but his mind was often drawn towards professors of other denominations, and he was frequently engaged in holding meetings with them.
The low state of religion amongst us in many places often greatly discouraged him; yet on his return from one of his journeys, he remarks, that "although 'death is come up into our windows, and is entered into our palaces;' although the spirit of the world hath desolated many heretofore pleasant spots, yet I do fully believe in the unmerited mercy of the God of our fathers, and that, as a people, we shall yet eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord our God that hath dealt wondrously with us."
His fervent gospel labours were continued as long as bodily strength permitted him to exercise his gift, and the retrospect thereof was often a source of peaceful satisfaction to his mind, yet accompanied with humbling views of himself, as an instrument, which is thus feelingly alluded to in the following short extract taken from his memorandums. "In the review of my labours in the gospel, I only feel as an unprofitable servant, and have nothing to trust to or lean upon but the free mercy of God in Christ Jesus. The expressions of the apostle I cordially unite with: 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost.'"
He continued unshaken in his attachment to the principles he had adopted in early life, as appears by the following remark, made to a friend a short time before his decease: "Should any persons wish to know what my principles are, thou mayest tell them they are in unison with those held by our first Friends; and that from the time of my convincement to the present day, I have never felt the least disposition to waver from them; and the longer 1 live, the more I am convinced that I have not taken up a false rest, nor settled on an unsound foundation." And in a letter of recent date, addressed to a friend, he expresses himself in the following manner: "I remain unmoved in all points of Christian doctrine, as held by our early Friends, and by faithful brethren since their time." And in another: "Should I never again have an opportunity to tell thee, I now do it with great sincerity, that it is my belief that the inward revelation of the will of God to man, by the operation of his Holy Spirit, is the only ground of hope of having our understandings opened availingly to see into the mystery of the redeeming love of God, in and through Jesus Christ our Lord. It is only by a submission to this inwardly revealed will, that we can perceive and feel the advantage and efficacy of the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer, on Calvary's mount, where I believe he tasted death for every man; and when he bowed his holy head and said, ' It is finished,' every human soul was placed in a salvable condition."
From about the 70th year of his age the health of our valuable friend began perceptibly to decline, and as his infirmities increased he was subjected to great bodily suffering; but being able continually to believe in the love of God to his soul, he could adopt the language of filial submission, " Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." The progress of infirmity had been very gradual until the 20th of seventh month, 1837, when an attack of diarrhoea greatly reduced his remaining strength. His conduct under affliction was very instructive; and when unable to leave his house, he was still a preacher of righteousness, by his patient endurance of pain and sickness, his great humility, and his many lively expressions of piety and resignation. At one time he remarked, " I have not language to express the consolations I feel: death has lost his sting; thanks be to God which giveth me the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Again, he said, "My prospects are all cheerful; I have not a cloud in my path."
After alluding to the pleasure of the society of his family connections, he said, "It is hard to part from them, but to be present with the Lord is far better. 1 have great joy and peace in believing that I shall be saved, through the adorable mercy of God in Christ Jesus my Saviour." Afterwards, being in great pain, he acknowledged that in his sufferings he had abundant consolation; and this expression often dwelt on his lips, and filled his heart with holy triumph," The eternal God is my refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Such was the peaceful tranquillity, the unclouded assurance, the holy joy, with which this our dear friend awaited the final close. On sixth day, the 29th of ninth month, on taking leave of a relation, he said," Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me, his rod and his staff they comfort me." This was the last expression indicative of his state of mind. At a quarter before 12 o'clock, on the following day, he quietly departed; and is, we fully believe, through Divine mercy, united to those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Signed, in and on behalf of Wiltshire Monthly Meeting, held at Melksham, the 21st day of second month, 1838.. [Here follow the signatures of men and women Friends.]
Read and approved in the Quarterly Meeting for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, held at Melksham, the 27th of the third month, 1838, and signed on its behalf.
Our late honest plain-spoken friend, George Withy, related the following anecdote whilst in this country: On a certain time as he was travelling alone in Wales, where he was paying a religious visit, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right in him to turn round and go directly home. It was about mid-day, or shortly after, for he had attended a meeting in the morning, and was on his way to another to be held in the afternoon. On receiving this apparent direction to forsake the work to which he had previously felt bound, he paused, and endeavoured to weigh the matter in his own mind, looking for the pointings of Truth. The result of his secret breathing for right guidance was a strong impression of duty, to " (Jo home, and that quickly." He obeyed, and by travelling all night reached his residence in the morning. He found that at the time the call to return home was felt by him, a niece of his was drowned, and his wife had a family of children to care for, his presence and assistance on the occasion seemed indispensable.
These rebukes were not so severely pungent as that delivered by our quick-witted friend, George Withy, when in this land. The anecdote is told on the authority of a Friend, a member of the meeting where it took place, and present at the time the incident occurred. It was in the afternoon, and some assembled were remarkably heavy and drowsy. After sitting sometime, George arose, and whilst his countenance was clothed with much seriousness, said, "It came into my mind to say, that if Friends would bring their pillows with them when they come to meeting, they could sleep more comfortably! “
From: A series of tracts on religious and moral subjects, Volume 3 (1885) by the Tract Association of Friends (Philadelphia, Pa.) - The Duty and Efficacy of True Prayer
GEORGE WITHY
GEORGE WITHY was the son of an ale-house keeper in Bristol, England, who was a dissipated man, but his wife was a religious woman and much concerned for the welfare of her children. Thomas Carrington, a minister of the Society of Friends, from Pennsylvania, while on a religious visit to England, felt a concern to visit the ale-house keepers of Bristol.
Among others was the father of George Withy; the latter being 13 years of age, was engaged in carrying round the ale to his father's customers, and having a remarkably sweet voice, he was often asked to sing. The exposure to which he was subjected was cause of great concern to his pious mother, which she had expressed to Thomas Carrington. Before the interview closed, George Withy came in. T. C. looked attentively at him for a while, then placing his hand on his head, remarked to his mother - thou need feel no concern for the lad, for he will be met in a narrow place, he will become convinced of the principles of the Society of which I am a member, and will have to visit my native land in the love of the Gospel. George mentally resolved he would never become a Quaker, never become a minister, and he would certainly never visit America. "
In reference to this period of his life, he writes: "I often felt the secret convictions of something within that I was convinced would, if fully obeyed, have led me into the paths of virtue; yet I did violence thereto, and often eluded the gentle intimations of God's Holy Spirit thus striving with me. I found that I had a corrupt heart, from which no good fruit could be produced, and that I never could be brought to the enjoyment of the peace of God's children, but as my evil heart became renewed by the operation of the one saving baptism of which John's was a figure." He frequented for some time the meetings of various religious denominations. At length he had an alarming attack of sickness, during which he was waited upon by his anxious mother, whose exercises on his account were very great. He was indeed met in a narrow place, and became convinced of the principles of Friends. While relating this circumstance to Thomas Evans, he said: " When I left my sick room, I appeared in the garb thou now see'st me in."
He was received into membership about the 22nd year of his age, and first appeared as a minister in his 25th year. After his marriage he and his wife settled several miles from Bristol, and were in the practice of regularly attending the meeting twice in the week, and having no conveyance were obliged to walk, which they continued to do, until they had six children old enough to walk with them; never omitting a meeting except in case of sickness, and always taking the children along with them.
He removed in the year 1805, to reside within the compass of Frenchay Meeting. Some years after this, feeling a religious concern to visit America, which he long resisted, reasoning that he could not leave his dependent family and aged mother, who was then about 87 years old, he was brought to a state of submission by a remarkable circumstance. As he was lying on his bed one afternoon with closed eyes, under a feeling of deep distress on account of this prospect, it appeared to him that two men entered the room, each carrying a stool, such as are used at funerals, and set them at the foot of his bed, they then left the room. Soon afterward they returned bringing in a coffin, which they placed on the stools. Observing a plate on the lid, he read the inscription: GEORGE WITHY, DIED 9TH MO. 30TH, 1822, AGED 59 YEARS. This increased his distress, when he heard in his mental ear the language: "If thou wilt be faithful and yield to my requiring, thy family shall be cared for in thy absence, and I will add fifteen years to thy life, and thou shalt return to close thy mother's eyes in death."
At one time when travelling alone, paying a religious visit in Wales, having been at a meeting in the morning and was going to another to be held in the afternoon; as he was riding along, he felt a sudden impression that it would be right to turn around and go directly home. So unexpected and sudden an impression caused some hesitation, and he stopped and weighed the thing in the best manner he could. The result was that he must go home, and as quickly as he could. He did so, and travelled all night, reaching home in the morning. Here he found that his niece had been drowned about the time that the impression was made on his mind. His wife had the care of their children, and his presence and assistance were almost indispensable.
The visit to America was performed in 1821-2, and while in this country, George Withy frequently had Thomas Evans for his travelling companion. One day G. W. seemed thoughtful, and was evidently passing through religious exercise. He informed T. Evans that this was the day that he had seen on the plate on the coffin should be the date of his death. He feared that he had not been sufficiently faithful, and that his death therefore, would really occur. This, however, did not prove to be the case. Thomas Evans privately made a note of this date at the time, and on hearing of George Withy's death, which occurred in England, he found on referring to the note, that it was exactly fifteen years afterward, to a day.
G. W. and T. E. visited Washington during the sessions of Congress, and G. W. wishing to hold a public meeting, T. E. consulted some persons of prominence, who encouraged it and proposed to have it announced by hand bills, which were accordingly posted in different parts of the city.
On their way to attend the meeting, the Friends observed a large number of vehicles collected in the neighbourhood of the Capitol, the sight of which almost overwhelmed George Withy, who remarked to his companion that he feared he had made a mistake; the latter encouraged him to believe that this was not so. On arriving at the door of the House of Representatives, so large a crowd had assembled, that way had to be made through it for them to reach the seats it was intended they should occupy.
On a stand before them were a bible and a glass of water, which, at their request, were removed. For, while he highly prized the Holy Scriptures, he felt that his dependence in the ministry of the gospel must be immediately upon the Lord alone.
After sitting some time in silence, George Withy arose with the text: "For ye see your calling, brethren: how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to naught things that are; That no flesh should glory in His presence." Upon this he enlarged in a remarkable manner, the audience being much impressed and affected. Old men with white hair, and women dressed as dowagers, were equally broken under his baptizing ministry, the tears streaming down their faces, so that, to use the language of Thomas Evans : "The floor was literally strewed with tears, and it was one of the most remarkable meetings I had ever attended."
After the meeting, the people crowded up to speak to G, W., expressing their satisfaction and approval of the sentiments delivered. As he was descending the steps of the Capitol, a Presbyterian minister embraced him, saying: "My dear brother, you have preached the Gospel this day."
Upon returning to his native land, he found the promise verified: his family had been eared for, and his mother was dill living. She deceased soon after, being about 90 years of age.
For some years previous to his decease he was much afflicted with painful disease, and toward the last his sufferings were often excruciating. Yet through the power of divine grace, he was preserved in patient resignation to the will of the Lord, and though deprived of nearly all power of voluntary motion, yet such was the peaceful tranquillity and holy joy which covered his spirits, that he could say, it was the happiest period of his life, and that he would not willingly exchange situations with those in perfect health. At one time he remarked: “I have not language to express the consolations I feel. Death has lost his sting. 'Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.'" Again he said: "My prospect is all cheerful; I have not a cloud on my path." On the 30th of Ninth month, 1837, he quietly departed, aged 74 years; a minister of the Gospel 49 years.
Quakersa Friars - History: The oldest buildings in the group are survivals of the Dominican Friary founded in 1227 and give the “Friars” part of the name. In 1570 the Guild of Cutlers, or Smiths, took over the Friars Dormitory, and Bakers’ Hall, originally the friars guest hall, became the guildhall of the Bakers. In 1696 the Society of Friends or “Quakers” bought the friars’ cemetery and in 1746 built the Meeting House (largely rebuilt in 1869) adjoining the two guildhalls. These three buildings now form the historic group along with the early 19th Century cottage and Mid-Georgian Meeting House. In 1956 the City bought the buildings and those that surrounded them were demolished. The former Meeting House was converted to house the Central Registry Office (1960) and
Bakers and New Halls were restored and used for a permanent public planning exhibition (1963). Cutlers Hall was restored in 1968.
When the first Friends, or Quakers as they became known, arrived in Bristol in 1654/6, they held their meetings in the “great orchard at the Friars”.
The buildings were acquired by Quaker Dennis Hollister, who was an MP for Somerset under Cromwell and his Parliamentarians.
In 1670, the dissenters built a Meeting House at the Friars, but in 1681 it was wrecked by “Quaker basher” Sheriff Knight and his cohorts and they were prevented
from using it.
Many of the congregation were even thrown into prison.
But in 1686, the keys for the “greate meeting house at the Fryers” were returned, and 10 years later, William Penn – the founder of Pennsylvania – married Hannah Callowhill, Hollister’s granddaughter, there.
“A nearby burial ground – in all probability the friars’ original one, where the old toilets and nearby car park used to be – was used by the Quakers from 1700 onwards,”
explains Bob.
“In the 1950s, when the Quakers moved out, the bodies were removed
to Greenbank cemetery.
“A second Meeting House, the one that’s recently been renovated, was built in the 1740s.”
In 1845, the Cutlers’ and Bakers’ halls were purchased by the Quakers for use as a Sunday school, and later in the century a new hall was added for a week-day school.
In 1936, both buildings, still housing schools, were “listed” as being of great historical value.
During World War II, Quakers Friars was used by War Relief Services, the Bristol Council For Refugees and the Bureau for Advice to Conscientious Objectors.
It also became a meeting place for Bristol Pacifists’ Co-ordination Committee, the local Fellowship of Reconciliation, the Depot for Bristol Central Fire Guards, an air raid wardens’ post and an air raid reception hostel, storing equipment and clothing.
At the end of the war in 1945, Quakers Friars, by some miracle, was still standing.
But after plans for the redevelopment of Broadmead had been revealed, the Quakers decided to move out.
In 1956, the Corporation acquired the whole group of buildings and four years later the historic Meeting House became home to the city’s register office.
In 1962, a new Meeting House was built on the site of an old Quaker burial ground in River Street, St Jude’s, which is where the Friends meet today.
4 George WITHY (1725- ) [132]. Born 1725, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) 7 Oct 1762. Died.
5 Mary CANWIN (OR IS IT CANVIN?)NEE FOWLER) (1729-1822) [133]. Born 1729, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Died 1822.
10 John FOWLER (1727-1777) [134]. Born 1727, Coventry, Warwickshire. Marr Elizabeth GULSON 8 May 1760. Died 14 May 1777, Coventry, Warwickshire.
Date of birth clashes with parents dob ??
11 Elizabeth GULSON 1 (1726-1760) [135]. Buried 21 Jan 1718. Born 16 Apr 1726, Coventry, Warwickshire. Died 1760.
3 Lydia HARWOOD (1772-1860) [111]. Born 4 Feb 1772. Died 3 Jun 1860, Portishead, Somerset.
In 1841 census, WITHY, Lydia age 65, Born 1776, living at: Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Bedminster, Somerset
In 1851 Census living with Son at 9, Pierrepont St, Saint James, Bath as "Widow Annuitant".
6 Edward HARWOOD (1739-1806) [564]. Born 16 Nov 1739, Bristol, Gloucs, England. Marr Mary TANNER 21 Nov 1770, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 2 Apr 1806, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
In 1784, is listed in deeds for Marigold Court, Mangotsfield with Sir Jno H Smyth, W Hole (ref: "Our Parish Mangotsfield and Downend" by S Jones.
A Mr Harwood is shown as owner of Bury Hill part of the Baugh Farm Estate around 1779.
12 Edward HARWOOD ( -1769?) [834]. Died 1769 (app). Marr Hester 21 Nov 1770, Sidcot.
13 Hester ( - ) [835].
Marriage date: 21 Nov 1770 - Witnesses: Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd) - Bride was a Quaker (parish of Bladon).
7 Mary TANNER (1741-1803) [565]. Born 1741, Bleadon, Somerset, England. Died 15 Mar 1803, Bristol, Gloucs, England.
Somerset Marriages (post-1754): Wedding Date:21 Nov 1770 - Groom Forenames:Edward - Groom Surname:Harwood - Groom's parish:Sts. Philip & Jacob - Groom's county:GLS
Bride's Forenames:Mary - Bride's Surname:Tanner - Bride's parish:Bladon - Bride's condition:Quaker
Place:Sidcot
Witnesses:Son/o Edw.(decd)/Hester of Frampton C, dau/o Wm / Rachel(decd).
14 William TANNER (1708?- ) [566]. Born 1708 (app). Marr Rachel THOMAS 1733 (app).
15 Rachel THOMAS (1711?-1769?) [567]. Born 1711 (app). Died 1769 (app).
Sources
| 1 | Barbara & David Withy |
Joan WOMERSLEY ( - )
1 Joan WOMERSLEY ( - ) [1162].
Rosa WOOD ( - )
1 Rosa WOOD ( - ) [1080].
Henry WOODHEAD ( -1927)
1 Henry WOODHEAD ( -1927) [675]. Died 1927.
Alice WORRALL (1865- )
| Alice WORRALL, Alice worrall bapt 1865 | |
| Father: James WORRALL, 1845, age 24, james worral and mary motteram marriage 1845 | |
| Mother: Mary MOTTRAM, 1826, age 0, mary mottram baptism 1826 | |
1 Alice WORRALL (1865- ) [701]. Born 1865, Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 30 Aug 1865, plemstall Parish, Chester. Diocese of Chester Bishop's Transcripts of Baptisms.
2 James WORRALL (1821- ) [513]. Born 1821, Frodsham, Cheshire. Marr Mary MOTTRAM 29 Dec 1845.
In 1881 Census, lived at; Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1841 census, James and John Worrall (both aged 20 - note that ages were rounded down and 20-24 were recorded as 20) worked as agricultural Labourers, living at: Holme House, Ince
In 1871 Census, listed as Warral.
3 Mary MOTTRAM (1826- ) [514]. Born 1826, Hoole, Cheshire. Christened 5 Mar 1826, Plemstall Parish, Chester.
6 Samuel MOTTRAM (1791- ) [805]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
In 1841 Census, living at Brook Lodge, Hoole, Plemonstall, Hoole.
7 Elizabeth (1791- ) [806]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
Andrew WORRALL (1951- )
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1 Andrew John WORRALL 1 (1951- ) [1]. Born 25 Jun 1951, Chester. Marr Carol Elizabeth WITHY 30 Mar 1974, Thurstaston Church.
Married to Carol on 30 March 1974.
2 William John WORRALL 2 (1914-1994) [5]. Born 8 Apr 1914, 3, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester. 3, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester 6, Ethelbert Road, Meols following marriage. Marr Kathleen Ada FOSTER 1945. Died 24 Feb 1994, Arrowe Park Hospital, Birkenhead. Cause: Aortic anurism.
Baptised May 29th 1914, Chester Cathedral, by Rev Aubrey Baxter, Godmother - Minnie Batchelor (lived at 4 Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester in 1911 Census with Frederick Thomas (6 yo), Charles James (4 yo) and William (4mths) Baxter).
Occupation: LAC, RAF (War) then Ship Repairer, Camel Lairds, Birkenhead
Died from a Ruptured Abdominal aortic aneurysm, due to Ischaemic Heart Disease, at Arrowe Park Hospital. Reference: Birth & Death Certificates - Buried in Grange Cemetary, Wetkirby.
4 Thomas John WORRALL (1881- ) [43]. Born 6 Sep 1881, Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 16 Oct 1881, Plemstall Parish, Chester. Rector - Thomas Lowe. Marr Mary Helen SALISBURY 23 Feb 1909, Chester, Cheshire. Died.
Builder's Labourer (unemployed) in 1911 census, living at 3 Farm Buildings Tarvin Road Chester
In 1901 census, was an Iron Works Labourer
In 1891 Census, living at: 14, Cross Street, Chester (Thos Jno).
8 William WORRALL (1855?- ) [493]. Born 1855 (app), Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 19 Sep 1855, Saint Peter, Plemstall (Plemonstall) Chester, Cheshire. Mickle Trafford.
In 1881 Census, lived at: Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1891 census, lived at 14, Cross Street, Chester (recorded as Willm & Eliz)
In 1901 census, lived at 10, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester.
9 Elizabeth WRIGHT (1858?- ) [509]. Born 1858 (app), Flintshire, Spon Green.
may be Elizabeth Wright - married in 1880 (Oct - Dec)
In 1861 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Daughter age 3 - Born 1858, in Bistre, Flintshire
In 1871 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Servant age 13 Born 1858, in Flintshire
In 1901 cencus, shown as born in Buckley, Lancashire.
5 Mary Helen SALISBURY (1871?- ) [44]. Born 1871 (app), Huntington. Died.
Is it Ellen or Hellen? In 1891 census, was visiting the Ward family,
10 John SALISBURY (1849?-bef1909) [495]. Born 1849 (app), Huntingdon, Cheshire. Died bef Feb 1909.
In 1881 census, Jno (John) Salisbury - Farm labourer, living at: 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton
In 1891 census, Waggoner - living at: 104, Christleton Road, Chester.
11 Mary (1850- ) [496]. Born 1850, Conway, Caernarvonshire, Wales.
from 1881 census, lived at 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton.
3 Kathleen Ada FOSTER 3 (1915-1967) [6]. Born 5 Feb 1915, 365 Lipton St, Winnipeg, Canada. Bap 14 Mar 1915, ASt Michael and All Angels' Church, Winnipeg. Died 7 Mar 1967, At home - 6, Ethelbert Rd, Meols Hoylake, Wirral.
Born in Winnipeg (365 Lipton Street), Canada on 5th Feb 1915, at 1:05 am.
Spent the first few years of her life living at 365, Lipton St, Winnipeg, Canada (see Ethel Mickle). - Lipton Street was named for British tea merchant Thomas Lipton (1850-1931) in 1903.
Baptised at St Michael and All Angels Church on 14 March 1915
Attended Minto House School, Meols
Confirmed on 13 December 1932.
Worked at Levers, Port Sunlight, before marrying on 04 July 1945.
Member of the Cheshire 90 (ladies) Red Cross. Awarded certificate for "Devoted service to the cause of humanity during 2nd World War 1939-1945", Signed by King George & Elizabeth R.
Died at home from cancer (Peritoneal carcinoma and carcinoma of small intestine); Buried in Grange Cemetry, Wirral.
6 Frances Harold FOSTER 4 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
12 Thomas FOSTER 5 (1861-1924) [279]. Born 1861, Reepham Lincolnshire. Marr Ada BROWN 27 Dec 1886, St. Swithin'S, Lincoln, England. Died 1924.
lived at Drummond Road, Hoylake, Wirral
In 1881 census, lived at 22, Winn Street, Lincoln St Swithin with Sarah Fothergill (widow) - as her Nephew.
In 1891 Census, lived at: 121 William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham
In 1901 Census, lived at: 2, Cable Road, Hoylake Cum West Kirby.
13 Ada BROWN 6 (1867-1948) [280]. Born 1867, Parishes of St Nicholas, lincolnshire. Died 1948.
In 1871v Census, living at: Church Lane, St Nicholas, Lincoln, with BROWN, Mark - Head - M - 43 - 1828 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Jane Wife - F - 30 - 1841 - Lincolnshire; BROWN, Emily J - Sister - F - 2 - 1869 - Lincolnshire.
In 1881 Census, living at: 30, Canwick Rd, Lincoln St Mary-Le-Wigford (Stepdaughter to GRAHAM, John William and Jane).
7 Ethel MICKLE 7 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
14 Charles MICKLE 8 (1855-1927) [277]. Born 1855, Liverpool. Marr Caroline REED 13 Sep 1880, Saint Andrew's Church, Conway Street, Birkenhead, Cheshire. Died 14 Jul 1927, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1861 census, is shown as a Stepson, living with John and Mary GELLATLY, at: 131, Price Street, Birkenhead, with Mary Jane (Stepdaughter - born in 1842 in Liverpool, Lancashire) and Marg (Stepdaughter - born in 1844 in Liverpool, Lancashire - occupation is: Milliner)
In 1871 census, lived at 80 Price Street, Birkenhead, with James Lambert (Univ Glasgow U R C Land & Life London) - occupation, Scholar,
in 1881 census, lived at 44 Rodney Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk (both aged 26, no children listed)
In 1891 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker's Clerk.
In 1901 census, lived at 13 Glover Street, Birkenhead - occupation, Cotton Broker.
In 1911 census, Lived at 5 Cable Road, Hoylake, Wirral (with a servant - Ida Dodd).
15 Caroline REED 8 (1856-1929) [278]. Born 18 Sep 1856, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 18 Sep 1929, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
lived at 13 bath Street, Bristol.
Sources
| 1 | In person |
| 2 | Birth & Death Certificates (Buried in Grange Cemetary, Wetkirby) |
| 3 | Son + Grave stone (Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby) |
| 4 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 5 | Gordon ?? |
| 6 | FHF & EM Marriage Certificate |
| 7 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
| 8 | Grave stone |
Catherine WORRALL (1888- )
| Father: William WORRALL, william worrall bapt 1855 | |
1 Catherine WORRALL (1888- ) [511]. Born 1888, Guilden Sutton, Cheshire.
2 William WORRALL (1855?- ) [493]. Born 1855 (app), Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 19 Sep 1855, Saint Peter, Plemstall (Plemonstall) Chester, Cheshire. Mickle Trafford.
In 1881 Census, lived at: Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1891 census, lived at 14, Cross Street, Chester (recorded as Willm & Eliz)
In 1901 census, lived at 10, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester.
4 James WORRALL (1821- ) [513]. Born 1821, Frodsham, Cheshire. Marr Mary MOTTRAM 29 Dec 1845.
In 1881 Census, lived at; Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1841 census, James and John Worrall (both aged 20 - note that ages were rounded down and 20-24 were recorded as 20) worked as agricultural Labourers, living at: Holme House, Ince
In 1871 Census, listed as Warral.
5 Mary MOTTRAM (1826- ) [514]. Born 1826, Hoole, Cheshire. Christened 5 Mar 1826, Plemstall Parish, Chester.
10 Samuel MOTTRAM (1791- ) [805]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
In 1841 Census, living at Brook Lodge, Hoole, Plemonstall, Hoole.
11 Elizabeth (1791- ) [806]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
3 Elizabeth WRIGHT (1858?- ) [509]. Born 1858 (app), Flintshire, Spon Green.
may be Elizabeth Wright - married in 1880 (Oct - Dec)
In 1861 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Daughter age 3 - Born 1858, in Bistre, Flintshire
In 1871 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Servant age 13 Born 1858, in Flintshire
In 1901 cencus, shown as born in Buckley, Lancashire.
Elizabeth WORRALL (1861- )
| Father: James WORRALL, 1845, age 24, james worral and mary motteram marriage 1845 | |
| Mother: Mary MOTTRAM, 1826, age 0, mary mottram baptism 1826 | |
1 Elizabeth WORRALL (1861- ) [700]. Born 1861, Mickle Trafford, Cheshire.
Cou;ld be baptised - June 30th 1861 (baptised at Christ Church St. Oswald
, Chester; James & Mary Parents - living at Henry Street).
2 James WORRALL (1821- ) [513]. Born 1821, Frodsham, Cheshire. Marr Mary MOTTRAM 29 Dec 1845.
In 1881 Census, lived at; Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1841 census, James and John Worrall (both aged 20 - note that ages were rounded down and 20-24 were recorded as 20) worked as agricultural Labourers, living at: Holme House, Ince
In 1871 Census, listed as Warral.
3 Mary MOTTRAM (1826- ) [514]. Born 1826, Hoole, Cheshire. Christened 5 Mar 1826, Plemstall Parish, Chester.
6 Samuel MOTTRAM (1791- ) [805]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
In 1841 Census, living at Brook Lodge, Hoole, Plemonstall, Hoole.
7 Elizabeth (1791- ) [806]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
Elizabeth WORRALL (1859-1861?)
| Father: James WORRALL, 1845, age 24, james worral and mary motteram marriage 1845 | |
| Mother: Mary MOTTRAM, 1826, age 0, mary mottram baptism 1826 | |
1 Elizabeth WORRALL (1859-1861?) [702]. Born 1859, Traford Street. Died 1861 (est).
Believed to link - Possible death registered:
Name: WORRALL, Elizabeth
Registration District: Great Boughton
County: Cheshire
Year of Registration: 1861
Quarter of Registration: Apr-May-Jun
Volume No: 8A
Page No: 243
Also - may not link;
Forenames: Elizabeth
Surname: Worrall
Burial Date: 25 Oct 1859
Burial Year: 1859
Age: 2y
Sex: Female
Burial Place: Nether Knutsford
Residence: St. John the Baptist, Knutsford
Spouse's Forenames:
Spouse's Surname:
Parish: St. John the Baptist
City or Town: Knutsford
County: Cheshire.
2 James WORRALL (1821- ) [513]. Born 1821, Frodsham, Cheshire. Marr Mary MOTTRAM 29 Dec 1845.
In 1881 Census, lived at; Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1841 census, James and John Worrall (both aged 20 - note that ages were rounded down and 20-24 were recorded as 20) worked as agricultural Labourers, living at: Holme House, Ince
In 1871 Census, listed as Warral.
3 Mary MOTTRAM (1826- ) [514]. Born 1826, Hoole, Cheshire. Christened 5 Mar 1826, Plemstall Parish, Chester.
6 Samuel MOTTRAM (1791- ) [805]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
In 1841 Census, living at Brook Lodge, Hoole, Plemonstall, Hoole.
7 Elizabeth (1791- ) [806]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
Graeme WORRALL (1978- )
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1 Graeme Richard WORRALL 1 (1978- ) [10]. Born 14 Nov 1978, Clatterbridge Hospital, Bebbington. Marr Hannah CHAMBERS 5 Sep 2009, Binden House, Langford Budville, Summerset.
2 Andrew John WORRALL 2 (1951- ) [1]. Born 25 Jun 1951, Chester. Marr Carol Elizabeth WITHY 30 Mar 1974, Thurstaston Church.
Married to Carol on 30 March 1974.
4 William John WORRALL 3 (1914-1994) [5]. Born 8 Apr 1914, 3, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester. 3, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester 6, Ethelbert Road, Meols following marriage. Marr Kathleen Ada FOSTER 1945. Died 24 Feb 1994, Arrowe Park Hospital, Birkenhead. Cause: Aortic anurism.
Baptised May 29th 1914, Chester Cathedral, by Rev Aubrey Baxter, Godmother - Minnie Batchelor (lived at 4 Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester in 1911 Census with Frederick Thomas (6 yo), Charles James (4 yo) and William (4mths) Baxter).
Occupation: LAC, RAF (War) then Ship Repairer, Camel Lairds, Birkenhead
Died from a Ruptured Abdominal aortic aneurysm, due to Ischaemic Heart Disease, at Arrowe Park Hospital. Reference: Birth & Death Certificates - Buried in Grange Cemetary, Wetkirby.
8 Thomas John WORRALL (1881- ) [43]. Born 6 Sep 1881, Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 16 Oct 1881, Plemstall Parish, Chester. Rector - Thomas Lowe. Marr Mary Helen SALISBURY 23 Feb 1909, Chester, Cheshire. Died.
Builder's Labourer (unemployed) in 1911 census, living at 3 Farm Buildings Tarvin Road Chester
In 1901 census, was an Iron Works Labourer
In 1891 Census, living at: 14, Cross Street, Chester (Thos Jno).
9 Mary Helen SALISBURY (1871?- ) [44]. Born 1871 (app), Huntington. Died.
Is it Ellen or Hellen? In 1891 census, was visiting the Ward family,
5 Kathleen Ada FOSTER 4 (1915-1967) [6]. Born 5 Feb 1915, 365 Lipton St, Winnipeg, Canada. Bap 14 Mar 1915, ASt Michael and All Angels' Church, Winnipeg. Died 7 Mar 1967, At home - 6, Ethelbert Rd, Meols Hoylake, Wirral.
Born in Winnipeg (365 Lipton Street), Canada on 5th Feb 1915, at 1:05 am.
Spent the first few years of her life living at 365, Lipton St, Winnipeg, Canada (see Ethel Mickle). - Lipton Street was named for British tea merchant Thomas Lipton (1850-1931) in 1903.
Baptised at St Michael and All Angels Church on 14 March 1915
Attended Minto House School, Meols
Confirmed on 13 December 1932.
Worked at Levers, Port Sunlight, before marrying on 04 July 1945.
Member of the Cheshire 90 (ladies) Red Cross. Awarded certificate for "Devoted service to the cause of humanity during 2nd World War 1939-1945", Signed by King George & Elizabeth R.
Died at home from cancer (Peritoneal carcinoma and carcinoma of small intestine); Buried in Grange Cemetry, Wirral.
10 Frances Harold FOSTER 5 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
11 Ethel MICKLE 6 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
3 Carol Elizabeth WITHY 2 (1951- ) [7]. Born 26 Sep 1951, Birmingham.
6 George WITHY 7 (1924-1998) [8]. Born 15 May 1924. Marr Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 1950. Died 17 Nov 1998, 3 Woodside Road, Irby, Wirral.
George Withy attended Bikenhead Park High School and served with the Royal Artillery during World War II. He began his career in journalism in the 1940's as a trainee with the old Birkenhead News and then spent several years working for newspaper
s in the Midlands, before returning to Merseyside in 1960 to the Daily Post as a sub-editor. Later, he became chief sub-editor. George then joined the Liverpool Echo, where he was night news editor for many years before becoming assistant editor and retring in 1989.
George Withy was synonymous on merseyside with the Institute of Journalists (IOJ), (now the Chartered IOJ) and was for many years the Liverpool District Chairman as well as the Chairman of the national Salaries and Conditions Board. He was a form
er President of the Institute, and also served for a number of years on the Press Council. He was awarded a life Fellowship of the CIOJ on 1 March 1998 He suffered from Altzheimer's Disease during the latter years of his life, but remained at home in Irby throughout his illness, cared for by his wife, Betty, and their two daughters Carol and Kay. He died peacefully at home, with his family at his side. The funeral took place at St Bartholomew's Church, Thurstaston. (See Obituary Notices & Journalism Training Centre Dedication).
12 George WITHY (1886-1967) [500]. Born 10 Jan 1886, Durham, West Hartlepool. Marr Margaret Ellen GIBSON 26 Sep 1936. Marr Margaret Ellen GIBSON. Died 1967, Heswall nursing home.
Born in 1886, in West Hartlepool. Apprenticed as a Ships' draughtsman, he first moved to Vickers Armstrong (Barrow-in-Furness). He moved to Birkenhead in 1915 (living at 11, Ashburton Road) to take charge of the building of the first submarine contract obtained for the Shipyard. For 35 years, he was the senior Naval architect on Admiralty construction at Cammell Laird & Co. (Shipbuilders and Engineers) Ltd., Birkenhead. He supervised all their Naval construction, including the battleships Rodney and Prince of Wales. The first Ark Royal, and many smaller vessels.
He was married 3 times. First to Sarah Alice Stankley (1916). She died in the 1918 flue epidemic. He then married her twin sister(?), Elizabeth Alma Stankley. Following her death in 1934 from 'a stomach problem', he married Margaret Ellen Gibson on 26/09/1936. (details from Jennifer Stankley).
13 Elizabeth Alma STANKLEY 8 (1890-1934) [162]. Born 1890. Died 28 Jan 1934, Birkenhead General Hospital.
Second wife of George Withy (B 10.01.1886) (see Marriage Certificate). The sister of Sarah Alice Stankley, his first wife. Elizabeth Alma died in 1934 (See death certificate).
7 Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 2 (1925- ) [9]. Born 14 Sep 1925, Northfield, Birmingham(at home). Died.
14 Bertram Allen GRAY (1892?-1981) [34]. Born 1892 (app), Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died 1981.
Bertram's first wife was Milly, mother of Edward (Ted) Gray, who was adopted by Avon James Gray and Mabel Wilson
Kings Norton
In 1911 census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath, Worcestershire - Apprentice.
15 Dorothy (Dolly) WILSON 9 (1902-1981) [35]. Born 19 Apr 1902, Kingsheath Birmingham. Died 12 Aug 1981, Birmingham.
Second wife of Bertram Allen Gray (first wife was Milly).
Sources
| 1 | Andrew Worrall (father) & In person |
| 2 | In person |
| 3 | Birth & Death Certificates (Buried in Grange Cemetary, Wetkirby) |
| 4 | Son + Grave stone (Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby) |
| 5 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 6 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
| 7 | In person, Wife (D B Gray) & obituaries |
| 8 | Jennifer Stankley |
| 9 | Daughter - D B Gray |
James WORRALL (1821- )
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1 James WORRALL (1821- ) [513]. Born 1821, Frodsham, Cheshire. Marr Mary MOTTRAM 29 Dec 1845.
In 1881 Census, lived at; Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1841 census, James and John Worrall (both aged 20 - note that ages were rounded down and 20-24 were recorded as 20) worked as agricultural Labourers, living at: Holme House, Ince
In 1871 Census, listed as Warral.
John WORRALL (1821- )
1 John WORRALL (1821- ) [703]. Born 1821, Cheshire.
Possible brother (note that ages 20-24 were rounded down and recorded as 20) - in 1841 census, at Holme House, Ince with John Worrall
In 1861 census, is shown as:
WORRALL, Mary Wife Married F; 38; Born 1823; Agricultural Labourer Wife; born in Norley, Cheshire
WORRALL, Thomas - Son, 10; born 1851 in Helsby, Cheshire WORRALL, Mary - Daughter, 8 born 1853 in Helsby, Cheshire
WORRALL, Martha - Daughter, 6 bporn 1855 in Helsby, Cheshire
WORRALL, Emma - Daughter, 1 born 1860 in Helsby, Cheshire BLAIN, Elizabeth - Niece, 4 born 1857 occupation; Scholar Nurse Children, born in Sutton, Cheshire
WORRALL, James - Son, 3 born 1858 in Helsby, Cheshire.
Joseph WORRALL (1909- )
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1 Joseph Thomas WORRALL (1909- ) [492]. Born 1909, Chester.
SALWORRALL, Joseph Thomas in 1911 census (aged 2).
2 Thomas John WORRALL (1881- ) [43]. Born 6 Sep 1881, Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 16 Oct 1881, Plemstall Parish, Chester. Rector - Thomas Lowe. Marr Mary Helen SALISBURY 23 Feb 1909, Chester, Cheshire. Died.
Builder's Labourer (unemployed) in 1911 census, living at 3 Farm Buildings Tarvin Road Chester
In 1901 census, was an Iron Works Labourer
In 1891 Census, living at: 14, Cross Street, Chester (Thos Jno).
4 William WORRALL (1855?- ) [493]. Born 1855 (app), Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 19 Sep 1855, Saint Peter, Plemstall (Plemonstall) Chester, Cheshire. Mickle Trafford.
In 1881 Census, lived at: Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1891 census, lived at 14, Cross Street, Chester (recorded as Willm & Eliz)
In 1901 census, lived at 10, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester.
8 James WORRALL (1821- ) [513]. Born 1821, Frodsham, Cheshire. Marr Mary MOTTRAM 29 Dec 1845.
In 1881 Census, lived at; Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1841 census, James and John Worrall (both aged 20 - note that ages were rounded down and 20-24 were recorded as 20) worked as agricultural Labourers, living at: Holme House, Ince
In 1871 Census, listed as Warral.
9 Mary MOTTRAM (1826- ) [514]. Born 1826, Hoole, Cheshire. Christened 5 Mar 1826, Plemstall Parish, Chester.
5 Elizabeth WRIGHT (1858?- ) [509]. Born 1858 (app), Flintshire, Spon Green.
may be Elizabeth Wright - married in 1880 (Oct - Dec)
In 1861 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Daughter age 3 - Born 1858, in Bistre, Flintshire
In 1871 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Servant age 13 Born 1858, in Flintshire
In 1901 cencus, shown as born in Buckley, Lancashire.
3 Mary Helen SALISBURY (1871?- ) [44]. Born 1871 (app), Huntington. Died.
Is it Ellen or Hellen? In 1891 census, was visiting the Ward family,
6 John SALISBURY (1849?-bef1909) [495]. Born 1849 (app), Huntingdon, Cheshire. Died bef Feb 1909.
In 1881 census, Jno (John) Salisbury - Farm labourer, living at: 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton
In 1891 census, Waggoner - living at: 104, Christleton Road, Chester.
7 Mary (1850- ) [496]. Born 1850, Conway, Caernarvonshire, Wales.
from 1881 census, lived at 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton.
Layla WORRALL (2011- )
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1 Layla Betty WORRALL (2011- ) [699]. Born 13 Jun 2011, Guildford.
2 Graeme Richard WORRALL 1 (1978- ) [10]. Born 14 Nov 1978, Clatterbridge Hospital, Bebbington. Marr Hannah CHAMBERS 5 Sep 2009, Binden House, Langford Budville, Summerset.
4 Andrew John WORRALL 2 (1951- ) [1]. Born 25 Jun 1951, Chester. Marr Carol Elizabeth WITHY 30 Mar 1974, Thurstaston Church.
Married to Carol on 30 March 1974.
8 William John WORRALL 3 (1914-1994) [5]. Born 8 Apr 1914, 3, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester. 3, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester 6, Ethelbert Road, Meols following marriage. Marr Kathleen Ada FOSTER 1945. Died 24 Feb 1994, Arrowe Park Hospital, Birkenhead. Cause: Aortic anurism.
Baptised May 29th 1914, Chester Cathedral, by Rev Aubrey Baxter, Godmother - Minnie Batchelor (lived at 4 Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester in 1911 Census with Frederick Thomas (6 yo), Charles James (4 yo) and William (4mths) Baxter).
Occupation: LAC, RAF (War) then Ship Repairer, Camel Lairds, Birkenhead
Died from a Ruptured Abdominal aortic aneurysm, due to Ischaemic Heart Disease, at Arrowe Park Hospital. Reference: Birth & Death Certificates - Buried in Grange Cemetary, Wetkirby.
9 Kathleen Ada FOSTER 4 (1915-1967) [6]. Born 5 Feb 1915, 365 Lipton St, Winnipeg, Canada. Bap 14 Mar 1915, ASt Michael and All Angels' Church, Winnipeg. Died 7 Mar 1967, At home - 6, Ethelbert Rd, Meols Hoylake, Wirral.
Born in Winnipeg (365 Lipton Street), Canada on 5th Feb 1915, at 1:05 am.
Spent the first few years of her life living at 365, Lipton St, Winnipeg, Canada (see Ethel Mickle). - Lipton Street was named for British tea merchant Thomas Lipton (1850-1931) in 1903.
Baptised at St Michael and All Angels Church on 14 March 1915
Attended Minto House School, Meols
Confirmed on 13 December 1932.
Worked at Levers, Port Sunlight, before marrying on 04 July 1945.
Member of the Cheshire 90 (ladies) Red Cross. Awarded certificate for "Devoted service to the cause of humanity during 2nd World War 1939-1945", Signed by King George & Elizabeth R.
Died at home from cancer (Peritoneal carcinoma and carcinoma of small intestine); Buried in Grange Cemetry, Wirral.
5 Carol Elizabeth WITHY 2 (1951- ) [7]. Born 26 Sep 1951, Birmingham.
10 George WITHY 5 (1924-1998) [8]. Born 15 May 1924. Marr Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 1950. Died 17 Nov 1998, 3 Woodside Road, Irby, Wirral.
George Withy attended Bikenhead Park High School and served with the Royal Artillery during World War II. He began his career in journalism in the 1940's as a trainee with the old Birkenhead News and then spent several years working for newspaper
s in the Midlands, before returning to Merseyside in 1960 to the Daily Post as a sub-editor. Later, he became chief sub-editor. George then joined the Liverpool Echo, where he was night news editor for many years before becoming assistant editor and retring in 1989.
George Withy was synonymous on merseyside with the Institute of Journalists (IOJ), (now the Chartered IOJ) and was for many years the Liverpool District Chairman as well as the Chairman of the national Salaries and Conditions Board. He was a form
er President of the Institute, and also served for a number of years on the Press Council. He was awarded a life Fellowship of the CIOJ on 1 March 1998 He suffered from Altzheimer's Disease during the latter years of his life, but remained at home in Irby throughout his illness, cared for by his wife, Betty, and their two daughters Carol and Kay. He died peacefully at home, with his family at his side. The funeral took place at St Bartholomew's Church, Thurstaston. (See Obituary Notices & Journalism Training Centre Dedication).
11 Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 2 (1925- ) [9]. Born 14 Sep 1925, Northfield, Birmingham(at home). Died.
3 Hannah CHAMBERS (1979- ) [482]. Born 13 Mar 1979.
6 Peter TIDMARSH ( - ) [721].
7 Alison Joan CHAMBERS (1953- ) [722]. Born 11 Aug 1953, Weston Super Mare, Somerset.
14 Ralph CHABERS ( - ) [724].
15 Pamela DAVIS ( - ) [723].
Sources
| 1 | Andrew Worrall (father) & In person |
| 2 | In person |
| 3 | Birth & Death Certificates (Buried in Grange Cemetary, Wetkirby) |
| 4 | Son + Grave stone (Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby) |
| 5 | In person, Wife (D B Gray) & obituaries |
Mary WORRALL (1891- )
| Father: William WORRALL, william worrall bapt 1855 | |
1 Mary A WORRALL (1891- ) [512]. Born 5 Jan 1891, Chester. Bap 15 Feb 1891, Parish of st Paul. Home address shown as 14 Cross Street - Parish of st Paul - Baptised by Langdale H Postgate.
2 William WORRALL (1855?- ) [493]. Born 1855 (app), Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 19 Sep 1855, Saint Peter, Plemstall (Plemonstall) Chester, Cheshire. Mickle Trafford.
In 1881 Census, lived at: Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1891 census, lived at 14, Cross Street, Chester (recorded as Willm & Eliz)
In 1901 census, lived at 10, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester.
4 James WORRALL (1821- ) [513]. Born 1821, Frodsham, Cheshire. Marr Mary MOTTRAM 29 Dec 1845.
In 1881 Census, lived at; Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1841 census, James and John Worrall (both aged 20 - note that ages were rounded down and 20-24 were recorded as 20) worked as agricultural Labourers, living at: Holme House, Ince
In 1871 Census, listed as Warral.
5 Mary MOTTRAM (1826- ) [514]. Born 1826, Hoole, Cheshire. Christened 5 Mar 1826, Plemstall Parish, Chester.
10 Samuel MOTTRAM (1791- ) [805]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
In 1841 Census, living at Brook Lodge, Hoole, Plemonstall, Hoole.
11 Elizabeth (1791- ) [806]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
3 Elizabeth WRIGHT (1858?- ) [509]. Born 1858 (app), Flintshire, Spon Green.
may be Elizabeth Wright - married in 1880 (Oct - Dec)
In 1861 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Daughter age 3 - Born 1858, in Bistre, Flintshire
In 1871 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Servant age 13 Born 1858, in Flintshire
In 1901 cencus, shown as born in Buckley, Lancashire.
Minnie WORRALL (1883- )
| Father: William WORRALL, william worrall bapt 1855 | |
1 Minnie WORRALL (1883- ) [510]. Born 10 Sep 1883, Bridge Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 7 Oct 1883, Plemstall Parish, Chester. baptiosed by Thomas Lowe, Rector.
2 William WORRALL (1855?- ) [493]. Born 1855 (app), Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 19 Sep 1855, Saint Peter, Plemstall (Plemonstall) Chester, Cheshire. Mickle Trafford.
In 1881 Census, lived at: Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1891 census, lived at 14, Cross Street, Chester (recorded as Willm & Eliz)
In 1901 census, lived at 10, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester.
4 James WORRALL (1821- ) [513]. Born 1821, Frodsham, Cheshire. Marr Mary MOTTRAM 29 Dec 1845.
In 1881 Census, lived at; Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1841 census, James and John Worrall (both aged 20 - note that ages were rounded down and 20-24 were recorded as 20) worked as agricultural Labourers, living at: Holme House, Ince
In 1871 Census, listed as Warral.
5 Mary MOTTRAM (1826- ) [514]. Born 1826, Hoole, Cheshire. Christened 5 Mar 1826, Plemstall Parish, Chester.
10 Samuel MOTTRAM (1791- ) [805]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
In 1841 Census, living at Brook Lodge, Hoole, Plemonstall, Hoole.
11 Elizabeth (1791- ) [806]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
3 Elizabeth WRIGHT (1858?- ) [509]. Born 1858 (app), Flintshire, Spon Green.
may be Elizabeth Wright - married in 1880 (Oct - Dec)
In 1861 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Daughter age 3 - Born 1858, in Bistre, Flintshire
In 1871 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Servant age 13 Born 1858, in Flintshire
In 1901 cencus, shown as born in Buckley, Lancashire.
Thomas WORRALL (1881- )
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| Father: William WORRALL, william worrall bapt 1855 | |
1 Thomas John WORRALL (1881- ) [43]. Born 6 Sep 1881, Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 16 Oct 1881, Plemstall Parish, Chester. Rector - Thomas Lowe. Marr Mary Helen SALISBURY 23 Feb 1909, Chester, Cheshire. Died.
Builder's Labourer (unemployed) in 1911 census, living at 3 Farm Buildings Tarvin Road Chester
In 1901 census, was an Iron Works Labourer
In 1891 Census, living at: 14, Cross Street, Chester (Thos Jno).
2 William WORRALL (1855?- ) [493]. Born 1855 (app), Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 19 Sep 1855, Saint Peter, Plemstall (Plemonstall) Chester, Cheshire. Mickle Trafford.
In 1881 Census, lived at: Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1891 census, lived at 14, Cross Street, Chester (recorded as Willm & Eliz)
In 1901 census, lived at 10, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester.
4 James WORRALL (1821- ) [513]. Born 1821, Frodsham, Cheshire. Marr Mary MOTTRAM 29 Dec 1845.
In 1881 Census, lived at; Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1841 census, James and John Worrall (both aged 20 - note that ages were rounded down and 20-24 were recorded as 20) worked as agricultural Labourers, living at: Holme House, Ince
In 1871 Census, listed as Warral.
5 Mary MOTTRAM (1826- ) [514]. Born 1826, Hoole, Cheshire. Christened 5 Mar 1826, Plemstall Parish, Chester.
10 Samuel MOTTRAM (1791- ) [805]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
In 1841 Census, living at Brook Lodge, Hoole, Plemonstall, Hoole.
11 Elizabeth (1791- ) [806]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
3 Elizabeth WRIGHT (1858?- ) [509]. Born 1858 (app), Flintshire, Spon Green.
may be Elizabeth Wright - married in 1880 (Oct - Dec)
In 1861 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Daughter age 3 - Born 1858, in Bistre, Flintshire
In 1871 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Servant age 13 Born 1858, in Flintshire
In 1901 cencus, shown as born in Buckley, Lancashire.
Toni WORRALL (1976- )
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| Toni Elizabeth WORRALL, TONI_2006_1 | |
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| Father: Andrew John WORRALL, 2006, age 55, me1 | |
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| Mother: Carol Elizabeth WITHY, 2006, age 55, carol1 | |
1 Toni Elizabeth WORRALL 1 (1976- ) [4]. Born 31 Oct 1976, Clatterbridge Hospital, Bebbington. Marr Leon LONDON 30 Jul 2005 (app), Charlton, London.
2 Andrew John WORRALL 2 (1951- ) [1]. Born 25 Jun 1951, Chester. Marr Carol Elizabeth WITHY 30 Mar 1974, Thurstaston Church.
Married to Carol on 30 March 1974.
4 William John WORRALL 3 (1914-1994) [5]. Born 8 Apr 1914, 3, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester. 3, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester 6, Ethelbert Road, Meols following marriage. Marr Kathleen Ada FOSTER 1945. Died 24 Feb 1994, Arrowe Park Hospital, Birkenhead. Cause: Aortic anurism.
Baptised May 29th 1914, Chester Cathedral, by Rev Aubrey Baxter, Godmother - Minnie Batchelor (lived at 4 Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester in 1911 Census with Frederick Thomas (6 yo), Charles James (4 yo) and William (4mths) Baxter).
Occupation: LAC, RAF (War) then Ship Repairer, Camel Lairds, Birkenhead
Died from a Ruptured Abdominal aortic aneurysm, due to Ischaemic Heart Disease, at Arrowe Park Hospital. Reference: Birth & Death Certificates - Buried in Grange Cemetary, Wetkirby.
8 Thomas John WORRALL (1881- ) [43]. Born 6 Sep 1881, Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 16 Oct 1881, Plemstall Parish, Chester. Rector - Thomas Lowe. Marr Mary Helen SALISBURY 23 Feb 1909, Chester, Cheshire. Died.
Builder's Labourer (unemployed) in 1911 census, living at 3 Farm Buildings Tarvin Road Chester
In 1901 census, was an Iron Works Labourer
In 1891 Census, living at: 14, Cross Street, Chester (Thos Jno).
9 Mary Helen SALISBURY (1871?- ) [44]. Born 1871 (app), Huntington. Died.
Is it Ellen or Hellen? In 1891 census, was visiting the Ward family,
5 Kathleen Ada FOSTER 4 (1915-1967) [6]. Born 5 Feb 1915, 365 Lipton St, Winnipeg, Canada. Bap 14 Mar 1915, ASt Michael and All Angels' Church, Winnipeg. Died 7 Mar 1967, At home - 6, Ethelbert Rd, Meols Hoylake, Wirral.
Born in Winnipeg (365 Lipton Street), Canada on 5th Feb 1915, at 1:05 am.
Spent the first few years of her life living at 365, Lipton St, Winnipeg, Canada (see Ethel Mickle). - Lipton Street was named for British tea merchant Thomas Lipton (1850-1931) in 1903.
Baptised at St Michael and All Angels Church on 14 March 1915
Attended Minto House School, Meols
Confirmed on 13 December 1932.
Worked at Levers, Port Sunlight, before marrying on 04 July 1945.
Member of the Cheshire 90 (ladies) Red Cross. Awarded certificate for "Devoted service to the cause of humanity during 2nd World War 1939-1945", Signed by King George & Elizabeth R.
Died at home from cancer (Peritoneal carcinoma and carcinoma of small intestine); Buried in Grange Cemetry, Wirral.
10 Frances Harold FOSTER 5 (1887-1954) [16]. Born 14 Sep 1887, South Shields, Co Durham. Marr Ethel MICKLE 15 Jun 1912, St Matthews Church, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Died 24 May 1954, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
In 1891 census, lived at: William Street, Houghton Le Spring, Warden Law, Durham with parents.
In the 1901 census, was a boarding student at Calday Grange Gramar school (rev William Hollowell was Headmaster).
in the 1911 census for Winnipeg, Manitoba, was a Boarder at 331 Pritchard, with Geo and Elizabeth Wade (age shown as 24).
When married, lived at 365 Lipton Street - Roll Number: 13022125000
Neighbourhood Area: St Matthews; Market Region 4, Inner City. House had a Total Living Area of 988 sq. ft. The building was a 1&1/2 Storey with a basement, built in 1909 with 5 rooms.
On december 30th 1915 joined the 107th Canadian Pioneer Battalion (107th (Winnipeg) Bn. Formed at Winnipeg on 04 Nov 1915 - became the 107th Canadian Pioneer Bn on 21 Jan 1917 and joined the 1st Division). They sailed for France on February 25, 1917 and served in France and Flanders as Pioneers until the re-organization of the Canadian Corps Engineers in March of 1917. At that time the Pioneer battalions were re-organized over the next few months and absorbed into the Canadian Engineers. The 107th was disbanded and absorbed into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Canadian Engineer battalions on May 28, 1918. Held rank of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM).
11 Ethel MICKLE 6 (1888-1976) [15]. Born 1888, Birkenhead. Died 5 Apr 1976, Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby.
From the 'Herald & Visitor', Saturday June 1st 1912. "We heartily wish bon voyage to Miss Ethel Mickle, elder daughter of Mr Charles Mickle, of Cable Road, Hoylake, who sails tomorrow (Saturday) in the Tetonic for Winnipeg via Montreal. The young lady, who became engaged some four years ago, is going out to fulfill her promise to Mr Harold Foster, son of Mr & Mrs Thomas Foster, of Drummond Road. Her fiance served his articles in the Surveyors Department of the Hoylake and West Kirby District Council (of which his father was for many years the head), and about three years since he went to Canada, where he has been most successful in his profession. The young lady is to be accompanied by her father, who will 'give her away,' and who hopes to return in a few weeks time, having seen the nuptial knot tied, and leaving the young couple to make thay success in life which is wished for them by a large circle of friends, amongst whom we are pleased to count ourselves. We have pleasure in knowing that the voyagers will carry with them a large number of handsome and valuable presents, which will assist in reminding the young people of their friends in old England, as well as add to the comfort and beauty of their home in the far west."
From the Ships Passenger list:
date of departure 1 June 1912
ship: Teutonic
steamship line: White Star Dominion
from: Liverpool to: Montreal, Canada
Miss E MICKLE Occupation: Domestic
Mr C MICKLE Occupation: Cotton Broker.
3 Carol Elizabeth WITHY 2 (1951- ) [7]. Born 26 Sep 1951, Birmingham.
6 George WITHY 7 (1924-1998) [8]. Born 15 May 1924. Marr Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 1950. Died 17 Nov 1998, 3 Woodside Road, Irby, Wirral.
George Withy attended Bikenhead Park High School and served with the Royal Artillery during World War II. He began his career in journalism in the 1940's as a trainee with the old Birkenhead News and then spent several years working for newspaper
s in the Midlands, before returning to Merseyside in 1960 to the Daily Post as a sub-editor. Later, he became chief sub-editor. George then joined the Liverpool Echo, where he was night news editor for many years before becoming assistant editor and retring in 1989.
George Withy was synonymous on merseyside with the Institute of Journalists (IOJ), (now the Chartered IOJ) and was for many years the Liverpool District Chairman as well as the Chairman of the national Salaries and Conditions Board. He was a form
er President of the Institute, and also served for a number of years on the Press Council. He was awarded a life Fellowship of the CIOJ on 1 March 1998 He suffered from Altzheimer's Disease during the latter years of his life, but remained at home in Irby throughout his illness, cared for by his wife, Betty, and their two daughters Carol and Kay. He died peacefully at home, with his family at his side. The funeral took place at St Bartholomew's Church, Thurstaston. (See Obituary Notices & Journalism Training Centre Dedication).
12 George WITHY (1886-1967) [500]. Born 10 Jan 1886, Durham, West Hartlepool. Marr Margaret Ellen GIBSON 26 Sep 1936. Marr Margaret Ellen GIBSON. Died 1967, Heswall nursing home.
Born in 1886, in West Hartlepool. Apprenticed as a Ships' draughtsman, he first moved to Vickers Armstrong (Barrow-in-Furness). He moved to Birkenhead in 1915 (living at 11, Ashburton Road) to take charge of the building of the first submarine contract obtained for the Shipyard. For 35 years, he was the senior Naval architect on Admiralty construction at Cammell Laird & Co. (Shipbuilders and Engineers) Ltd., Birkenhead. He supervised all their Naval construction, including the battleships Rodney and Prince of Wales. The first Ark Royal, and many smaller vessels.
He was married 3 times. First to Sarah Alice Stankley (1916). She died in the 1918 flue epidemic. He then married her twin sister(?), Elizabeth Alma Stankley. Following her death in 1934 from 'a stomach problem', he married Margaret Ellen Gibson on 26/09/1936. (details from Jennifer Stankley).
13 Elizabeth Alma STANKLEY 8 (1890-1934) [162]. Born 1890. Died 28 Jan 1934, Birkenhead General Hospital.
Second wife of George Withy (B 10.01.1886) (see Marriage Certificate). The sister of Sarah Alice Stankley, his first wife. Elizabeth Alma died in 1934 (See death certificate).
7 Dorothy Elizabeth GRAY 2 (1925- ) [9]. Born 14 Sep 1925, Northfield, Birmingham(at home). Died.
14 Bertram Allen GRAY (1892?-1981) [34]. Born 1892 (app), Kings Heath, Birmingham. Died 1981.
Bertram's first wife was Milly, mother of Edward (Ted) Gray, who was adopted by Avon James Gray and Mabel Wilson
Kings Norton
In 1911 census, lived at: 205 Alcester Road, Kings Heath, Worcestershire - Apprentice.
15 Dorothy (Dolly) WILSON 9 (1902-1981) [35]. Born 19 Apr 1902, Kingsheath Birmingham. Died 12 Aug 1981, Birmingham.
Second wife of Bertram Allen Gray (first wife was Milly).
Sources
| 1 | Andrew Worrall (father) & In person |
| 2 | In person |
| 3 | Birth & Death Certificates (Buried in Grange Cemetary, Wetkirby) |
| 4 | Son + Grave stone (Buried in Grange Cemetary, Westkirby) |
| 5 | Grave stone & Marriage certificate |
| 6 | Grave stone & Grand-son |
| 7 | In person, Wife (D B Gray) & obituaries |
| 8 | Jennifer Stankley |
| 9 | Daughter - D B Gray |
Wilfred WORRALL (1897- )
| Father: William WORRALL, william worrall bapt 1855 | |
1 Wilfred WORRALL (1897- ) [635]. Born 1897, Chester.
2 William WORRALL (1855?- ) [493]. Born 1855 (app), Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 19 Sep 1855, Saint Peter, Plemstall (Plemonstall) Chester, Cheshire. Mickle Trafford.
In 1881 Census, lived at: Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1891 census, lived at 14, Cross Street, Chester (recorded as Willm & Eliz)
In 1901 census, lived at 10, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester.
4 James WORRALL (1821- ) [513]. Born 1821, Frodsham, Cheshire. Marr Mary MOTTRAM 29 Dec 1845.
In 1881 Census, lived at; Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1841 census, James and John Worrall (both aged 20 - note that ages were rounded down and 20-24 were recorded as 20) worked as agricultural Labourers, living at: Holme House, Ince
In 1871 Census, listed as Warral.
5 Mary MOTTRAM (1826- ) [514]. Born 1826, Hoole, Cheshire. Christened 5 Mar 1826, Plemstall Parish, Chester.
10 Samuel MOTTRAM (1791- ) [805]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
In 1841 Census, living at Brook Lodge, Hoole, Plemonstall, Hoole.
11 Elizabeth (1791- ) [806]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
3 Elizabeth WRIGHT (1858?- ) [509]. Born 1858 (app), Flintshire, Spon Green.
may be Elizabeth Wright - married in 1880 (Oct - Dec)
In 1861 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Daughter age 3 - Born 1858, in Bistre, Flintshire
In 1871 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Servant age 13 Born 1858, in Flintshire
In 1901 cencus, shown as born in Buckley, Lancashire.
William WORRALL (1855?- )
| William WORRALL, william worrall bapt 1855 | |
| Father: James WORRALL, 1845, age 24, james worral and mary motteram marriage 1845 | |
| Mother: Mary MOTTRAM, 1826, age 0, mary mottram baptism 1826 | |
1 William WORRALL (1855?- ) [493]. Born 1855 (app), Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 19 Sep 1855, Saint Peter, Plemstall (Plemonstall) Chester, Cheshire. Mickle Trafford.
In 1881 Census, lived at: Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1891 census, lived at 14, Cross Street, Chester (recorded as Willm & Eliz)
In 1901 census, lived at 10, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester.
2 James WORRALL (1821- ) [513]. Born 1821, Frodsham, Cheshire. Marr Mary MOTTRAM 29 Dec 1845.
In 1881 Census, lived at; Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1841 census, James and John Worrall (both aged 20 - note that ages were rounded down and 20-24 were recorded as 20) worked as agricultural Labourers, living at: Holme House, Ince
In 1871 Census, listed as Warral.
3 Mary MOTTRAM (1826- ) [514]. Born 1826, Hoole, Cheshire. Christened 5 Mar 1826, Plemstall Parish, Chester.
6 Samuel MOTTRAM (1791- ) [805]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
In 1841 Census, living at Brook Lodge, Hoole, Plemonstall, Hoole.
7 Elizabeth (1791- ) [806]. Born 1791, Cheshire.
William WORRALL (1914-1994)
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| Father: Thomas John WORRALL, T J Worrall | |
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| Mother: Mary Helen SALISBURY, M E Salisbury | |
1 William John WORRALL 1 (1914-1994) [5]. Born 8 Apr 1914, 3, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester. 3, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester 6, Ethelbert Road, Meols following marriage. Marr Kathleen Ada FOSTER 1945. Died 24 Feb 1994, Arrowe Park Hospital, Birkenhead. Cause: Aortic anurism.
Baptised May 29th 1914, Chester Cathedral, by Rev Aubrey Baxter, Godmother - Minnie Batchelor (lived at 4 Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester in 1911 Census with Frederick Thomas (6 yo), Charles James (4 yo) and William (4mths) Baxter).
Occupation: LAC, RAF (War) then Ship Repairer, Camel Lairds, Birkenhead
Died from a Ruptured Abdominal aortic aneurysm, due to Ischaemic Heart Disease, at Arrowe Park Hospital. Reference: Birth & Death Certificates - Buried in Grange Cemetary, Wetkirby.
2 Thomas John WORRALL (1881- ) [43]. Born 6 Sep 1881, Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 16 Oct 1881, Plemstall Parish, Chester. Rector - Thomas Lowe. Marr Mary Helen SALISBURY 23 Feb 1909, Chester, Cheshire. Died.
Builder's Labourer (unemployed) in 1911 census, living at 3 Farm Buildings Tarvin Road Chester
In 1901 census, was an Iron Works Labourer
In 1891 Census, living at: 14, Cross Street, Chester (Thos Jno).
4 William WORRALL (1855?- ) [493]. Born 1855 (app), Mickle Trafford, Cheshire. Bap 19 Sep 1855, Saint Peter, Plemstall (Plemonstall) Chester, Cheshire. Mickle Trafford.
In 1881 Census, lived at: Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1891 census, lived at 14, Cross Street, Chester (recorded as Willm & Eliz)
In 1901 census, lived at 10, Farm Buildings, Tarvin Road, Chester.
8 James WORRALL (1821- ) [513]. Born 1821, Frodsham, Cheshire. Marr Mary MOTTRAM 29 Dec 1845.
In 1881 Census, lived at; Mickle Trafford, Mickle Trafford
In 1841 census, James and John Worrall (both aged 20 - note that ages were rounded down and 20-24 were recorded as 20) worked as agricultural Labourers, living at: Holme House, Ince
In 1871 Census, listed as Warral.
9 Mary MOTTRAM (1826- ) [514]. Born 1826, Hoole, Cheshire. Christened 5 Mar 1826, Plemstall Parish, Chester.
5 Elizabeth WRIGHT (1858?- ) [509]. Born 1858 (app), Flintshire, Spon Green.
may be Elizabeth Wright - married in 1880 (Oct - Dec)
In 1861 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Daughter age 3 - Born 1858, in Bistre, Flintshire
In 1871 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Servant age 13 Born 1858, in Flintshire
In 1901 cencus, shown as born in Buckley, Lancashire.
3 Mary Helen SALISBURY (1871?- ) [44]. Born 1871 (app), Huntington. Died.
Is it Ellen or Hellen? In 1891 census, was visiting the Ward family,
6 John SALISBURY (1849?-bef1909) [495]. Born 1849 (app), Huntingdon, Cheshire. Died bef Feb 1909.
In 1881 census, Jno (John) Salisbury - Farm labourer, living at: 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton
In 1891 census, Waggoner - living at: 104, Christleton Road, Chester.
7 Mary (1850- ) [496]. Born 1850, Conway, Caernarvonshire, Wales.
from 1881 census, lived at 2, Challinon Ter, Great Boughton.
Sources
| 1 | Birth & Death Certificates (Buried in Grange Cemetary, Wetkirby) |
Caroline WRIGHT (1860-1932)
1 Caroline Mary WRIGHT (1860-1932) [851]. Born 4 Jun 1860, London. Died 18 Dec 1932, Croydon, Victoria, Australia.
2 Charles WRIGHT (1820-1902) [847]. Born 9 Oct 1820, London. Marr Sarah Mary SMITH 8 Apr 1857, London. Died 24 Oct 1902, Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia.
4 Mathew WRIGHT (1786-1863) [856]. Born 5 Sep 1786, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 13 Apr 1863, Stoke Newington, London.
8 Mathew WRIGHT ( - ) [828]. Born.
9 Mary FRY ( - ) [829].
5 Elizabeth MESSER (1792-1851) [833]. Born 28 Nov 1792, London. Died 31 Jul 1851, Stoke Newington, London.
10 Josiah MESSER (1753-1830) [816]. Born 19 Oct 1753, Alton, Hants. Died 19 Nov 1830, London.
11 Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821) [817]. Born 8 Apr 1753. Died 10 Nov 1821.
3 Sarah Mary SMITH ( - ) [848].
6 George SMITH ( - ) [853].
7 [unnamed person] ( - ) [854].
Charles WRIGHT (1820-1902)
1 Charles WRIGHT (1820-1902) [847]. Born 9 Oct 1820, London. Marr Sarah Mary SMITH 8 Apr 1857, London. Died 24 Oct 1902, Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia.
2 Mathew WRIGHT (1786-1863) [856]. Born 5 Sep 1786, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 13 Apr 1863, Stoke Newington, London.
4 Mathew WRIGHT ( - ) [828]. Born.
5 Mary FRY ( - ) [829].
3 Elizabeth MESSER (1792-1851) [833]. Born 28 Nov 1792, London. Died 31 Jul 1851, Stoke Newington, London.
6 Josiah MESSER (1753-1830) [816]. Born 19 Oct 1753, Alton, Hants. Died 19 Nov 1830, London.
7 Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821) [817]. Born 8 Apr 1753. Died 10 Nov 1821.
14 Isaac WILSON (1715-1785) [818]. Born 16 Jan 1715, High Wray. Died 18 Aug 1785, Kendal.
15 Rachel WILSON ( - ) [831].
Charles WRIGHT (1865-1944)
1 Charles Ernest WRIGHT (1865-1944) [852]. Born 28 Sep 1865, London. Died 2 Sep 1944, Box Hill, Victoria, Australia.
2 Charles WRIGHT (1820-1902) [847]. Born 9 Oct 1820, London. Marr Sarah Mary SMITH 8 Apr 1857, London. Died 24 Oct 1902, Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia.
4 Mathew WRIGHT (1786-1863) [856]. Born 5 Sep 1786, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 13 Apr 1863, Stoke Newington, London.
8 Mathew WRIGHT ( - ) [828]. Born.
9 Mary FRY ( - ) [829].
5 Elizabeth MESSER (1792-1851) [833]. Born 28 Nov 1792, London. Died 31 Jul 1851, Stoke Newington, London.
10 Josiah MESSER (1753-1830) [816]. Born 19 Oct 1753, Alton, Hants. Died 19 Nov 1830, London.
11 Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821) [817]. Born 8 Apr 1753. Died 10 Nov 1821.
3 Sarah Mary SMITH ( - ) [848].
6 George SMITH ( - ) [853].
7 [unnamed person] ( - ) [854].
Elizabeth WRIGHT (1858?- )
1 Elizabeth WRIGHT (1858?- ) [509]. Born 1858 (app), Flintshire, Spon Green.
may be Elizabeth Wright - married in 1880 (Oct - Dec)
In 1861 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Daughter age 3 - Born 1858, in Bistre, Flintshire
In 1871 Census, WRIGHT, Elizabeth - Servant age 13 Born 1858, in Flintshire
In 1901 cencus, shown as born in Buckley, Lancashire.
Elizabeth WRIGHT (1822-1829)
1 Elizabeth WRIGHT (1822-1829) [825]. Born 7 Jun 1822, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 29 Apr 1829, Bristol, Gloucester.
2 James Ireland WRIGHT (1785-1842) [814]. Born 6 Mar 1785, Bristol. Marr Rachel MESSER 15 Jan 1813, London. Died 26 Feb 1842, Clifton, Bristol.
4 Mathew WRIGHT ( - ) [828]. Born.
5 Mary FRY ( - ) [829].
3 Rachel MESSER (1789-1837) [815]. Born 10 May 1789, London. Died 29 Jan 1837, Bristol.
6 Josiah MESSER (1753-1830) [816]. Born 19 Oct 1753, Alton, Hants. Died 19 Nov 1830, London.
7 Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821) [817]. Born 8 Apr 1753. Died 10 Nov 1821.
14 Isaac WILSON (1715-1785) [818]. Born 16 Jan 1715, High Wray. Died 18 Aug 1785, Kendal.
15 Rachel WILSON ( - ) [831].
Elizabeth WRIGHT (1815-1892)
1 Elizabeth Messer WRIGHT (1815-1892) [842]. Born 26 Nov 1815, London. Marr John Jewell PENSTONE 12 Jan 1861. Died 7 May 1892, London.
2 Mathew WRIGHT (1786-1863) [856]. Born 5 Sep 1786, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 13 Apr 1863, Stoke Newington, London.
4 Mathew WRIGHT ( - ) [828]. Born.
5 Mary FRY ( - ) [829].
3 Elizabeth MESSER (1792-1851) [833]. Born 28 Nov 1792, London. Died 31 Jul 1851, Stoke Newington, London.
6 Josiah MESSER (1753-1830) [816]. Born 19 Oct 1753, Alton, Hants. Died 19 Nov 1830, London.
7 Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821) [817]. Born 8 Apr 1753. Died 10 Nov 1821.
14 Isaac WILSON (1715-1785) [818]. Born 16 Jan 1715, High Wray. Died 18 Aug 1785, Kendal.
15 Rachel WILSON ( - ) [831].
Frederick WRIGHT (1832-1842)
1 Frederick WRIGHT (1832-1842) [862]. Born 14 Mar 1832, Clifton, Bristol. Died 1842.
2 Mathew WRIGHT (1786-1863) [856]. Born 5 Sep 1786, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 13 Apr 1863, Stoke Newington, London.
4 Mathew WRIGHT ( - ) [828]. Born.
5 Mary FRY ( - ) [829].
3 Elizabeth MESSER (1792-1851) [833]. Born 28 Nov 1792, London. Died 31 Jul 1851, Stoke Newington, London.
6 Josiah MESSER (1753-1830) [816]. Born 19 Oct 1753, Alton, Hants. Died 19 Nov 1830, London.
7 Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821) [817]. Born 8 Apr 1753. Died 10 Nov 1821.
14 Isaac WILSON (1715-1785) [818]. Born 16 Jan 1715, High Wray. Died 18 Aug 1785, Kendal.
15 Rachel WILSON ( - ) [831].
George WRIGHT (1829-1831)
1 George WRIGHT (1829-1831) [861]. Born 20 Sep 1829, London. Died 2 Mar 1831.
2 Mathew WRIGHT (1786-1863) [856]. Born 5 Sep 1786, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 13 Apr 1863, Stoke Newington, London.
4 Mathew WRIGHT ( - ) [828]. Born.
5 Mary FRY ( - ) [829].
3 Elizabeth MESSER (1792-1851) [833]. Born 28 Nov 1792, London. Died 31 Jul 1851, Stoke Newington, London.
6 Josiah MESSER (1753-1830) [816]. Born 19 Oct 1753, Alton, Hants. Died 19 Nov 1830, London.
7 Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821) [817]. Born 8 Apr 1753. Died 10 Nov 1821.
14 Isaac WILSON (1715-1785) [818]. Born 16 Jan 1715, High Wray. Died 18 Aug 1785, Kendal.
15 Rachel WILSON ( - ) [831].
Hannah WRIGHT (1819-1882)
1 Hannah WRIGHT (1819-1882) [845]. Born 5 Jan 1819, London. Marr Thomas CAR 5 Apr 1865, London. Died 23 May 1882, Staincliffe, Dewsbury.
2 Mathew WRIGHT (1786-1863) [856]. Born 5 Sep 1786, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 13 Apr 1863, Stoke Newington, London.
4 Mathew WRIGHT ( - ) [828]. Born.
5 Mary FRY ( - ) [829].
3 Elizabeth MESSER (1792-1851) [833]. Born 28 Nov 1792, London. Died 31 Jul 1851, Stoke Newington, London.
6 Josiah MESSER (1753-1830) [816]. Born 19 Oct 1753, Alton, Hants. Died 19 Nov 1830, London.
7 Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821) [817]. Born 8 Apr 1753. Died 10 Nov 1821.
14 Isaac WILSON (1715-1785) [818]. Born 16 Jan 1715, High Wray. Died 18 Aug 1785, Kendal.
15 Rachel WILSON ( - ) [831].
James WRIGHT (1826-1905)
1 James WRIGHT (1826-1905) [826]. Born 16 Mar 1826, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 29 Jan 1905, Bristol, Gloucester.
2 James Ireland WRIGHT (1785-1842) [814]. Born 6 Mar 1785, Bristol. Marr Rachel MESSER 15 Jan 1813, London. Died 26 Feb 1842, Clifton, Bristol.
4 Mathew WRIGHT ( - ) [828]. Born.
5 Mary FRY ( - ) [829].
3 Rachel MESSER (1789-1837) [815]. Born 10 May 1789, London. Died 29 Jan 1837, Bristol.
6 Josiah MESSER (1753-1830) [816]. Born 19 Oct 1753, Alton, Hants. Died 19 Nov 1830, London.
7 Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821) [817]. Born 8 Apr 1753. Died 10 Nov 1821.
14 Isaac WILSON (1715-1785) [818]. Born 16 Jan 1715, High Wray. Died 18 Aug 1785, Kendal.
15 Rachel WILSON ( - ) [831].
James WRIGHT (1785-1842)
1 James Ireland WRIGHT (1785-1842) [814]. Born 6 Mar 1785, Bristol. Marr Rachel MESSER 15 Jan 1813, London. Died 26 Feb 1842, Clifton, Bristol.
2 Mathew WRIGHT ( - ) [828]. Born.
3 Mary FRY ( - ) [829].
Josiah WRIGHT (1816-1868)
1 Josiah Messer WRIGHT (1816-1868) [844]. Born 13 Oct 1816, London. Died 16 Sep 1868, Stoke Newington, London.
2 Mathew WRIGHT (1786-1863) [856]. Born 5 Sep 1786, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 13 Apr 1863, Stoke Newington, London.
4 Mathew WRIGHT ( - ) [828]. Born.
5 Mary FRY ( - ) [829].
3 Elizabeth MESSER (1792-1851) [833]. Born 28 Nov 1792, London. Died 31 Jul 1851, Stoke Newington, London.
6 Josiah MESSER (1753-1830) [816]. Born 19 Oct 1753, Alton, Hants. Died 19 Nov 1830, London.
7 Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821) [817]. Born 8 Apr 1753. Died 10 Nov 1821.
14 Isaac WILSON (1715-1785) [818]. Born 16 Jan 1715, High Wray. Died 18 Aug 1785, Kendal.
15 Rachel WILSON ( - ) [831].
Kathleen WRIGHT (1858-1920)
1 Kathleen Emily WRIGHT (1858-1920) [849]. Born 20 Feb 1858, London. Died 1 Sep 1920, Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia.
2 Charles WRIGHT (1820-1902) [847]. Born 9 Oct 1820, London. Marr Sarah Mary SMITH 8 Apr 1857, London. Died 24 Oct 1902, Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia.
4 Mathew WRIGHT (1786-1863) [856]. Born 5 Sep 1786, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 13 Apr 1863, Stoke Newington, London.
8 Mathew WRIGHT ( - ) [828]. Born.
9 Mary FRY ( - ) [829].
5 Elizabeth MESSER (1792-1851) [833]. Born 28 Nov 1792, London. Died 31 Jul 1851, Stoke Newington, London.
10 Josiah MESSER (1753-1830) [816]. Born 19 Oct 1753, Alton, Hants. Died 19 Nov 1830, London.
11 Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821) [817]. Born 8 Apr 1753. Died 10 Nov 1821.
3 Sarah Mary SMITH ( - ) [848].
6 George SMITH ( - ) [853].
7 [unnamed person] ( - ) [854].
Mary WRIGHT (1815-1886)
1 Mary WRIGHT (1815-1886) [468]. Born 26 Sep 1815, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr John WITHY 14 Jul 1840, London. Died 27 Apr 1886, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucester.
2 James Ireland WRIGHT (1785-1842) [814]. Born 6 Mar 1785, Bristol. Marr Rachel MESSER 15 Jan 1813, London. Died 26 Feb 1842, Clifton, Bristol.
4 Mathew WRIGHT ( - ) [828]. Born.
5 Mary FRY ( - ) [829].
3 Rachel MESSER (1789-1837) [815]. Born 10 May 1789, London. Died 29 Jan 1837, Bristol.
6 Josiah MESSER (1753-1830) [816]. Born 19 Oct 1753, Alton, Hants. Died 19 Nov 1830, London.
7 Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821) [817]. Born 8 Apr 1753. Died 10 Nov 1821.
14 Isaac WILSON (1715-1785) [818]. Born 16 Jan 1715, High Wray. Died 18 Aug 1785, Kendal.
15 Rachel WILSON ( - ) [831].
Mathew WRIGHT (1823-1905)
1 Mathew WRIGHT (1823-1905) [858]. Born 27 Jan 1823, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Isabella GLADSTONES 2 Apr 1851, Stoke Newington, London. Died 19 Jul 1905, Kew, Victoria, Australia.
2 Mathew WRIGHT (1786-1863) [856]. Born 5 Sep 1786, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 13 Apr 1863, Stoke Newington, London.
4 Mathew WRIGHT ( - ) [828]. Born.
5 Mary FRY ( - ) [829].
3 Elizabeth MESSER (1792-1851) [833]. Born 28 Nov 1792, London. Died 31 Jul 1851, Stoke Newington, London.
6 Josiah MESSER (1753-1830) [816]. Born 19 Oct 1753, Alton, Hants. Died 19 Nov 1830, London.
7 Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821) [817]. Born 8 Apr 1753. Died 10 Nov 1821.
14 Isaac WILSON (1715-1785) [818]. Born 16 Jan 1715, High Wray. Died 18 Aug 1785, Kendal.
15 Rachel WILSON ( - ) [831].
Mathew WRIGHT (1786-1863)
1 Mathew WRIGHT (1786-1863) [856]. Born 5 Sep 1786, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 13 Apr 1863, Stoke Newington, London.
2 Mathew WRIGHT ( - ) [828]. Born.
3 Mary FRY ( - ) [829].
Mathew WRIGHT ( - )
1 Mathew WRIGHT ( - ) [828]. Born.
Nellie WRIGHT (1859-1891)
1 Nellie WRIGHT (1859-1891) [850]. Born 29 Mar 1859, London. Died 28 Dec 1891, Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia.
2 Charles WRIGHT (1820-1902) [847]. Born 9 Oct 1820, London. Marr Sarah Mary SMITH 8 Apr 1857, London. Died 24 Oct 1902, Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia.
4 Mathew WRIGHT (1786-1863) [856]. Born 5 Sep 1786, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 13 Apr 1863, Stoke Newington, London.
8 Mathew WRIGHT ( - ) [828]. Born.
9 Mary FRY ( - ) [829].
5 Elizabeth MESSER (1792-1851) [833]. Born 28 Nov 1792, London. Died 31 Jul 1851, Stoke Newington, London.
10 Josiah MESSER (1753-1830) [816]. Born 19 Oct 1753, Alton, Hants. Died 19 Nov 1830, London.
11 Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821) [817]. Born 8 Apr 1753. Died 10 Nov 1821.
3 Sarah Mary SMITH ( - ) [848].
6 George SMITH ( - ) [853].
7 [unnamed person] ( - ) [854].
Rachel WRIGHT (1818-1818)
1 Rachel Messer WRIGHT (1818-1818) [824]. Born 25 Dec 1818, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 26 Dec 1818, Bristol, Gloucester.
2 James Ireland WRIGHT (1785-1842) [814]. Born 6 Mar 1785, Bristol. Marr Rachel MESSER 15 Jan 1813, London. Died 26 Feb 1842, Clifton, Bristol.
4 Mathew WRIGHT ( - ) [828]. Born.
5 Mary FRY ( - ) [829].
3 Rachel MESSER (1789-1837) [815]. Born 10 May 1789, London. Died 29 Jan 1837, Bristol.
6 Josiah MESSER (1753-1830) [816]. Born 19 Oct 1753, Alton, Hants. Died 19 Nov 1830, London.
7 Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821) [817]. Born 8 Apr 1753. Died 10 Nov 1821.
14 Isaac WILSON (1715-1785) [818]. Born 16 Jan 1715, High Wray. Died 18 Aug 1785, Kendal.
15 Rachel WILSON ( - ) [831].
Rose-Hannah WRIGHT (1851- )
1 Rose-Hannah WRIGHT (1851- ) [665]. Born 1851, Bristol, Gloucester. Marr Peter Frederick BERNSTEIN 28 Oct 1873, Walton-0n-the-hill, Bootle, Liverpool.
Sarah WRIGHT (1828-1886)
1 Sarah Hannah WRIGHT (1828-1886) [827]. Born 24 Jun 1828, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 7 Nov 1886, Bristol, Gloucester.
2 James Ireland WRIGHT (1785-1842) [814]. Born 6 Mar 1785, Bristol. Marr Rachel MESSER 15 Jan 1813, London. Died 26 Feb 1842, Clifton, Bristol.
4 Mathew WRIGHT ( - ) [828]. Born.
5 Mary FRY ( - ) [829].
3 Rachel MESSER (1789-1837) [815]. Born 10 May 1789, London. Died 29 Jan 1837, Bristol.
6 Josiah MESSER (1753-1830) [816]. Born 19 Oct 1753, Alton, Hants. Died 19 Nov 1830, London.
7 Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821) [817]. Born 8 Apr 1753. Died 10 Nov 1821.
14 Isaac WILSON (1715-1785) [818]. Born 16 Jan 1715, High Wray. Died 18 Aug 1785, Kendal.
15 Rachel WILSON ( - ) [831].
Wilson WRIGHT (1814-1835)
1 Wilson WRIGHT (1814-1835) [823]. Born 25 Jan 1814, Bristol, Gloucester. Died 16 Jan 1835, Bristol, Gloucester.
2 James Ireland WRIGHT (1785-1842) [814]. Born 6 Mar 1785, Bristol. Marr Rachel MESSER 15 Jan 1813, London. Died 26 Feb 1842, Clifton, Bristol.
4 Mathew WRIGHT ( - ) [828]. Born.
5 Mary FRY ( - ) [829].
3 Rachel MESSER (1789-1837) [815]. Born 10 May 1789, London. Died 29 Jan 1837, Bristol.
6 Josiah MESSER (1753-1830) [816]. Born 19 Oct 1753, Alton, Hants. Died 19 Nov 1830, London.
7 Elizabeth WILSON (1753-1821) [817]. Born 8 Apr 1753. Died 10 Nov 1821.
14 Isaac WILSON (1715-1785) [818]. Born 16 Jan 1715, High Wray. Died 18 Aug 1785, Kendal.
15 Rachel WILSON ( - ) [831].
Maria WRIOTHESLEY ( - )
1 Maria WRIOTHESLEY ( - ) [928]. Marr Thomas ARUNDELL 1583.
Mary YOUNG (1680- )
1 Mary YOUNG (1680- ) [1156]. Born 1680.
Cedric YUILL ( - )
1 Cedric Andrew YUILL ( - ) [149]. Born. Died.
Christine YUILL (1957- )
1 Christine Eleanor YUILL (1957- ) [152]. Born 27 Dec 1957. Died.
2 John Septimus YUILL ( - ) [148]. Born. Died.
3 Rachel ('Rae') WITHY (1927- ) [145]. Born 6 Jun 1927. Died.
On an occasion when Rae was away at Durham University, Uncle Ted organised a bus trip of her contemporaries and friends to go and see her. He counted most of the group several times (but avoided paying any fares twice), announced that the whole f
amily was visiting, and turned the event into an impromptu 'pantomime', much to the amusement of all the other passengers.
6 Edward Albert WITHY (1873-1961) [136]. Born 8 Sep 1873, Durham, West Hartlepool. Died 11 May 1961.
Whilst George Withy (DOB 1924) was out walking with 'Uncle Ted' (Edward), he remarked that he seemed to be limping. He replied "I was born with one leg longer than the other!".
To this day, it is not known whether he meant this or if it was one of a series of unlikely answers to a question that he found to be boring or impertinent. As George came to know Ted better, he realised that he did not trade in anything but the truth, particularly in dealing with youngsters, and he has now happily settled for the first answer. He was the alto member of the Stranton chorister quartet for 70 years.
12 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
13 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
7 Emily BLACKWOOD (1891-1970) [143]. Born 24 Oct 1891. Died 6 Aug 1970.
David YUILL (1967- )
1 David Edward YUILL (1967- ) [155]. Born 24 May 1967. Died.
2 Cedric Andrew YUILL ( - ) [149]. Born. Died.
3 Margaret WITHY (1933- ) [146]. Born 13 Jul 1933. Died.
6 Edward Albert WITHY (1873-1961) [136]. Born 8 Sep 1873, Durham, West Hartlepool. Died 11 May 1961.
Whilst George Withy (DOB 1924) was out walking with 'Uncle Ted' (Edward), he remarked that he seemed to be limping. He replied "I was born with one leg longer than the other!".
To this day, it is not known whether he meant this or if it was one of a series of unlikely answers to a question that he found to be boring or impertinent. As George came to know Ted better, he realised that he did not trade in anything but the truth, particularly in dealing with youngsters, and he has now happily settled for the first answer. He was the alto member of the Stranton chorister quartet for 70 years.
12 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
13 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
7 Emily BLACKWOOD (1891-1970) [143]. Born 24 Oct 1891. Died 6 Aug 1970.
John YUILL ( - )
1 John Septimus YUILL ( - ) [148]. Born. Died.
Judith YUILL (1958- )
1 Judith Anna YUILL (1958- ) [153]. Born 26 Mar 1958. Died.
2 John Septimus YUILL ( - ) [148]. Born. Died.
3 Rachel ('Rae') WITHY (1927- ) [145]. Born 6 Jun 1927. Died.
On an occasion when Rae was away at Durham University, Uncle Ted organised a bus trip of her contemporaries and friends to go and see her. He counted most of the group several times (but avoided paying any fares twice), announced that the whole f
amily was visiting, and turned the event into an impromptu 'pantomime', much to the amusement of all the other passengers.
6 Edward Albert WITHY (1873-1961) [136]. Born 8 Sep 1873, Durham, West Hartlepool. Died 11 May 1961.
Whilst George Withy (DOB 1924) was out walking with 'Uncle Ted' (Edward), he remarked that he seemed to be limping. He replied "I was born with one leg longer than the other!".
To this day, it is not known whether he meant this or if it was one of a series of unlikely answers to a question that he found to be boring or impertinent. As George came to know Ted better, he realised that he did not trade in anything but the truth, particularly in dealing with youngsters, and he has now happily settled for the first answer. He was the alto member of the Stranton chorister quartet for 70 years.
12 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
13 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
7 Emily BLACKWOOD (1891-1970) [143]. Born 24 Oct 1891. Died 6 Aug 1970.
Sally YUILL (1963- )
1 Sally Anne YUILL (1963- ) [154]. Born 28 Feb 1963. Died.
2 Cedric Andrew YUILL ( - ) [149]. Born. Died.
3 Margaret WITHY (1933- ) [146]. Born 13 Jul 1933. Died.
6 Edward Albert WITHY (1873-1961) [136]. Born 8 Sep 1873, Durham, West Hartlepool. Died 11 May 1961.
Whilst George Withy (DOB 1924) was out walking with 'Uncle Ted' (Edward), he remarked that he seemed to be limping. He replied "I was born with one leg longer than the other!".
To this day, it is not known whether he meant this or if it was one of a series of unlikely answers to a question that he found to be boring or impertinent. As George came to know Ted better, he realised that he did not trade in anything but the truth, particularly in dealing with youngsters, and he has now happily settled for the first answer. He was the alto member of the Stranton chorister quartet for 70 years.
12 Alfred WITHY (1849-1911) [128]. Born 17 Nov 1849. Died 20 Mar 1911.
In 1861 census, was a pupil at the Quakers School House, Winscombe,
Somersetshire - Attended Sidcot School between 1859 and 1864
in 1871 census, lived at Raglan Place, Stranton, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Grocers Clerk
In 1901 census, lived at 151, Stockton Road, West Hartlepool - occupation shown as Commercial Traveller.
13 Margaret Ann OLDFIELD (1851-1921) [131]. Born 1 Jun 1851. Died 6 Dec 1921.
7 Emily BLACKWOOD (1891-1970) [143]. Born 24 Oct 1891. Died 6 Aug 1970.
Eve ZOUCHE ( - )
1 Eve LA ZOUCHE ( - ) [865].