In 1841, there is no trace or John or his father James in Bolton, both Boiler Makers. Neither is Eliza Mather.
Accused Committed 29 Nov 1842, John Cunliffe by J Acton Esq charged upon oath with having, at Hindley, feloniously stolen one iron drill, one iron pricker and one iron scraper, the property of James Miller. John (aged 25) was acquitted.
5 Oct 1845, John, son of James Cunliffe bachelor, a boiler maker, son of James married Eliza Mather (illegitimate).
1845-50, after they married, the first two sons were born in Little Bolton. The following children were registered in E Bolton.
In 1851, John and Eliza (both 33) have Robert (8) and John (3) with them at 36 Coe Street, Boolton Town.
In 1861, John and Eliza (44 & 41) had Robert (18), John (12), Alice (7) and George (3).
In 1871, John and Eliza were at 54 York Street, E Bolton with Alice (19) and George (13).
In 1881, John and Elize (both 63) were living with their daughter Alice (27) at York Street, E Bolton.
In 1891, John, Wid, 75, a retired Boiler Maker was a visitor (but not of family).