Squire was the son of a farmer
1846-48, the first two sons births were registered at Walmersley, Bury and shown as born in Edgworth on the census. By 1850, son James was born in Bolton
In 1851, Squire and "Ester" (29 & 27) were at 20 Cox Street, E Bolton with three sons.
In 1861, Squire and Esther (40 & 38) were at Trawden, Lancashire with W'm Henry (14), Bennett (12), James (10), Elizabeth (8), Ali ce (5) and Alice (1).
In 1871, Squire and Esther (50 & 48) were at Holcombe, Tottington with James, Elizabeth and Peter (21, 18 & 11)
In 1881, Squire and Esther (59 & 58) were at Holcomber, Tottongton.