John was born in July 1849 in Sharples and his baptism took place on July 22nd, 1849 at St. Paul's (Astley Bridge) conducted by minister K.Frazer.12
Birth Notes
Lancashire Birth indexes for the years: 1849 MATHER John NIGHTINGALE Sharples SH/4/290
MATHER, JOHN NIGHTINGALE GRO Reference: 1849 S Quarter in BOLTON UNION Volume 21 Page 169
Baptisms: 22 Jul 1849 St Paul, Astley Bridge, Bolton, Lancashire John Mather - Son of Samuel Mather & Ann Abode: Sharples Occupation: Spinner Baptised by: K.Frazer. Minister Register: Baptisms 1845 - 1867, Page 24, Entry 192 Source: LDS Film 2148103