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PLEASE NOTE: If you do not see a GRAPHIC IMAGE of a family tree here but are seeing this text instead then it is most probably because the web server is not correctly configured to serve svg pages correctly. see http://developer.mozilla.org/en/docs/SVG:Server_Configuration for information on how to correctly configure a web server for svg files. ? All (except Ralph) present on 1841 census, so cant be the James Mather who married Martha in 1840. Also with them was Margaret Rasthorn (Catherin's mother TBC) Old Acres in 1861 Spring Gardens 1881 Thomas MATHER of Darcy Lever, weaver, 1823 2 cottages in Darcy Lever, in possession of John Fletcher and his son Thomas Mather, to his son Thomas Mather 2 cottages in Darcy Lever, in possession of Samuel Martin and Nathaniel Warburton, to the daughters of his late daughter Betty Hulme 2 cottages in Darcy Lever, is possession of himself and Joseph Warburton, to daughter Jane Fohold (who has three children) 1 cottage to grandson Thomas Mather 1 cottage in Little Bolton, in the occupation of Barnabas Kitchen, to son in law, Henry Warburton 1 cottage in King Street, Great Bolton, to son John Mather Late son Richard Mather – has children Thomas left a Will (extract on-line), leaving cottages to each of the children. Mather family from Edgworth who were Weavers, and later farmers Isaac (45) a Beer Seller, at the Old White Horse, Edgworth in 1841. Isaac (52) Farmer of 28 acres with 3 sons (Quarrymen), dau Sarah and wife Jane in 1851 TURTON CHAPEL: 1778 John & Thomas bap., abode L.L. 1783 Richard bap. at Breightmet 1787 Peter born & buried Breightmet 1813 Richard buried L.L. James was probably born in Eccles. James and Martha and family are buried at St. Mathew's, Little Lever in grave 273 Possibly Matha Whitaker (m.1823) as another James & Martha from Entwistle had William Kay with them in 1841. Three Mather Marriages at Bolton, St James, Breightmet James and Mary from Edgworth. There is another James & Mary from Walmersley, Bury Isaac Mather was baptised Ridgeway Gates 2 years earlier. Families living in Old Acres, Bolton in 1841 Esther Collins, daughter of Maria Mather Sarah Kirkman married Charles Mather James the Organist James and Catherine family from Ashworth (and various places) MMN = CHATTERLEY, CHANDLEY, or CHANDLER. Thomas born in Sheffield Possibly children of Mary and William Mather (who never married) and Also Mary Ann born 1803 Lives with: Isaac was a widower, lodging with his son Joseph in 1861 at Doffer Fold (next to Buckley Fold).
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Abode: Bury & Doffer Fold ■No more children Marriage (eight children) 15 Jan 1832 (Bolton) Abode: Clap Row, Darcy Lever ■No more children Marriage (four children) 5 Feb 1802 (Bolton) Abode: Darcy Lever Marriage Marriage (a child) Marriage (three children) 1801 Bradshaw ■No more children Marriage (two children) 3 Aug 1814 Casual relationship and separation (two children) unknown Marriage (eight children) 3 Jun 1833 (Wigan). Abode: Rochdale & Heywood ■No more children Widowed Marriage (two children) 26 Jul 1857 ■No more children Marriage (a child) Ashworth Marriage Sep 1865 ■No more children Marriage 31 May 1854 XTo be completed Cohabitation (two children) Marriage (ten children) Q1 1876 (Bolton RO) Abode: West Bolton ■No more children Lives with: Susannah had left home (married ? Fletcher) by 1851 and had a son Joshua (aged 2).  James (14), her brother was living with them, but the husband was absent. Representative of: In 1844, Joseph was witness to Alice's marriage. Joseph could sign his name (in big writing) Lives with: in 1851, Jane (22) and son Rueben (1) was with her sister Alice at Bradshaw Chapel. Associate with: In 1849, Peter and Jacob (brothers) were listed on the criminal register of larceny from the person. Relative of: Jane Mather and Thomas Mather were both living at Old Acres. Possibly married - tbc
Possible children of Thomas Mather & Betty Bromiley (Married Bolton, 2 Feb 1761) Relative of: Jane Mather and Thomas Mather were both living at Old Acres. Possibly married - tbc
Possible children of Thomas Mather & Betty Bromiley (Married Bolton, 2 Feb 1761) Neighbor: William & Margaret Garside; Joseph & Sarah Mather; and Isaac Mather, all at Doffer Fold (Bank Top, Radcliffe) in 1861 Representative of: In 1802, Richard was witness to Thomas and Sarah's marriage Neighbor: In 1841, Thomas, aged 7, was staying along the road at Chap Row, with his grandparents Thomas and Sarah (both 60) at Darcy Lever Lives with: In 1861, granddaughter Nanch Hannah Tong (aged 1) was living with her grandmother Nancy Tonge Funding of: In 1823, Thomas left 2 cottages in Darcy Lever, in possession of Samuel Martin and Nathaniel Warburton, to the daughters of his late daughter Betty Hulme.
 Representative of: In 1826, Joshua Kirkman was witness to James and Catherine's marriage. Neighbor: Neighbour at Old Acres in 1841 Neighbor: William, aged 5, son of Thomas and Margaret and future husband of Esther Collins (Maria Mather's daughter) was at Old Acres, neighbour of Jane Mather (70) Relative of: James is the son on John Mather of Little Lever Other: James and his wife Hannah are buried with his grandparents Thomas and Betty Relative of: Betsy is a daughter of Lydia, after her father died. Representative of: In 1854, John was a marriage witness for his sister Elizabeth Lives with: In 1861, John Mather (41) was a lodger of Harriet Bibby Work at: In 1901, Sarah Jane Mather was a Grocer at 47 Punch Street.
In 1911, The shop was in posession of May Ann Mather and family, William's widow. ~1807 - 1884 Martha Austin 77 77 In 1841, James (a carter) and Martha (both 35) were at Spring Row, Breightmet with John (9), Elizabeth (7), Ellin (2)  Another James (a silk weaver) & Martha Mather nee Kay, from Entwistle had William Kay (48) with them in 1841.

In 1851, Martha (47) was still at Spring Row with her 5 children; Elizabeth (16), John (15), Ellen Ann (13), Ann (8), and Mary Austin Mather (6). She was a House Keeper and also had two lodgers.

In 1861, Martha Mather (58) was with John (28), Ellen A (23), Ann (18) and Mary (16)

In 1881, Martha (72 an d a Ship Keeper) was still at Hampson Terrace, Breightmet with her daughter Ann (38) her assistant. 1838 Ellen Ann Mather Ellen Ann lived with her mother till at least 1861. 

In 1869, Ellen Ann Mather (31) of Breightmet married Richard Crompton at Ainsworth Christ Church. Ann (sister) was her witness.. 1842 - 1919 Ann Mather 76 76 Ann lived with her mother all her life.  She never married and appears to have lived at Breighmet all her life.

In 1861, Ann (18) waa with her mother and siblings.

In 1881 Ann was an assistant for her mother, a Shop Keeper.

Ann must have been wealthy as living on her own account in 1901 with a servant, Margaret A Howart.

In 1911, Ann of 573 Bury Road, Tonge, Bolton was still a Grocer, 68 and unmarried with Emily Lisbnt (41 widow) her general domestic servant.

In 1919, Ann of 468 Bury Road, died a spinster, leaving £747. 1844 - 1893 Mary Austin Mather 48 48 Mary lived with her mother till at least 1861.  She was gone by 1871.

In 1867, Mary Austin Mather married john Crowther (a carpenter) at Breightmet St James.  John and Mary lived with Mary's mother after they married (in 1871).

In 1881, John had become a Beer Seller in Little Bolton.  John and Mary (37 & 36) had no children. 1740 - 1823 Thomas Mather 83 83 WARNING: The Thomas Mather the married Elizabeth Garswood at Farnworth in 1778 is another family. 1743 - 1813 Elizabeth (Betty) Thornley 70 70 Elizabeth Thornley was the daughter of John Thornley.  John Thornley of Darcy Lever died 1805 (Will dated 222 May 1791), leaving £5 to his daughter Peggy  Other children were John and Alice.  Thomas Mather, farmer, (son-in-law) was executor. 1812 Thomas Mather Thomas may have married Elizabeth (1811-1846) of Little Bolton.

Thomas and Elizabeth from Edgworth had a son John Mather (1831-1832) buried at Turton. 1836 - 1905 William Rostron 69 69 In 1841, William (5) was with his parents Thomas and Margaret (31 & 30), Jane (8), John (3) and Edward (3mo) at Old Acres, E Bolton.

In 1851, William "Rosthorne" was 15, with his mother Margaret.

In 1871, William and Esther (38 & 32) were at 12 Byron Street, Little Bolton.  Thay had no children.

In 1881, William and Esther (46 & 40) were at 38 Back Kirk Street.  Their son James was 3.

In 1891, William & Esther (55 & 50) were with son James Rostron (13) at 8 Bleakley St, Bolton ~1796 - 1852 Jane Lee 56 56 1 May 1837, Jane Lee, a widower married Isaac Mather, a Widow.

Did Jane Mather (widowed of Lostock, dau of Thomas Alker) marry Isaac Dodd on 26 Nov 1849? 1822 - 1897 Joseph Mather 75 75 Still with parents in 1841 (Calico Printer Apprentice) and 1851.

Joseph (a quarryman) married Sarah Lee in 1855. His father Isaac was a farmer (28 acres in 1851).

In 1861, Joseph was married to Sarah, was working as a Coal Miner and had his father lodging with him. 1826 - 1874 Peter Mather 48 48 In 1841, Peter was 14 and Jacob 13 (so not twins) at the White Horse, Edgworth with their father Isaac and step-mother Sarah.

Peter was still with his father Isaac and mother Jane in 1851, a Quarreyman at Edgworth.

In 1849, Peter and Jacob (brothers) were listed on the criminal register of larceny from the person.

In 1851, Peter and Jacob, both 25, were single and with the family in Edgworth.

Peter may have married Mary.  Peter, born Edgworth and family are at Elton in 1871 with sons Reuben and Isaac. 1826 Jacob Mather In 1841, Peter was 14 and Jacob 13 (so not twins) at the White Horse, Edgworth with their father Isaac and step-mother Sarah.

In 1849, Peter and Jacob (brothers) were listed on the criminal register of larceny from the person.

In 1851, Jacob and Peter were 25, quarryman at Edgworth, still with their parents.

After 1851, Jacob seems to have vapourised.  He may have died in Livepool in 1864 (no age indexed) 1832 Sarah (Reuben) Mather It appeard Sarah's baptism was recorded as "Reuben" in error.  Reuben is an unusual name, yet two Reuben baptisms are recorded on the same day at the same chapel.  Then, there is no evidance of any Reuben on the census, marriage or death, although clearly there is a Sarah without  a baptism. However, However, Reuben later became a name used by the family.  Where they twins?

In 1841, Sarah was aged 8 at the old White Horse, Edgworth with Isaac, Jane and family. 

In 1851, Sarah was 15 (rounded), still with parents and family at Edgworth 1829 Jane Mather Aged 12 in 1841, living with parents Isaac and Jane.

In 1851, Jane (22) and son Reuben (1) was living with her sister Alice and family. 1824 - 1870 Alice Mather 46 46 In 1841, Alice was 17 at the White Horse, Edgworth with her father Isaac and step-mother Sarah.

Left home by 1851, so presumed married William Crowshaw 8 Apr 1844 1796 - ~1834 Sarah Jackson 38 38 Sarah must have died after Dec 1832 when Reuben was born, but before 1837 when Isaac married Jame Lee.  Isaac and family were at Edgworth with Jane in 1841. 1817 - 1894 Ann Mather 77 77 Only have a Bolton Christening record for Ann (abode Edgworth), and connot find on the census, so had proabbly married by 1841 (not George Dunn 11-Apr-1833 as only 16 then).

29 July 1838, Ann Mather, daughter of Isaac Mather of Edgwoth, Weaver married John Nelson, a Shoe Maker. 1834 Sarah Lee From Edgworth on Marriage Record on 1855, father Peter Lee, a Crofter. 1830 - 1868 Sarah Kirkman 38 38 Sarah from Halliwell was the daughter of Joshua Kirkman a weaver.

In 1841, Sarah (15) was with her parents Joshua and Sarah Kirkman (50 & 48) nee Bradbury at Old Acres, East Bolton

Charles Mather's first marriage (indexed 4 times, but only one has the correct father), married Sarah Kirkham at Deane in 1855.

In 1861 Sarah's sister Alice Kirkham was living with Charles and Sarah.

 1767 - >1851 Mary Barber 84 84 James (Ag Labourer) and Mary were at Mount Pleasant, Edgworth in 1841.  There were both alive (80 & 83) at Brandwood, Edgworth in 1851. 1797 - 1798 John Mather 1 1 1798 - 1799 Thomas Mather 1 1 1835 - 1870 John Mather 35 35
In 1861, John married Lydia Nightingale at Bolton, St James, Breightmet. 

Daughter Ellen Mather b.1869 was not registered. 1803 - 1842 Catherine Rawsthorn or ROSTRON 39 39 When they married in 1826, James and Catharine Rawsthorn were both Spinners in Deane.  However, the children are baptised with abode Great Bolton.

After 1837, the births for James and Lavinia show the mother's maiden name as ROSTRON (not Rawsthorn).

In 1841, the family were at Corronation Street, Bolton.
Margret Rosethorn (60), probably Catherin's mother (TBC) was with them. 1834 - 1909 Elizabeth Mather 75 75 May have died in 1899 (if not married), aged 65.

By 1861, Elizabeth had left home. 1827 - 1869 Jane Mather 42 42 31 May 1846, Jane Mather, a minor, daughter of James Mather a spinner, married Abraham Fitton, son of Robert, also a spinner 1829 - 1832 Lavinia Mather 2 2 Recorded as Laviness but probably should be Lavinia 1828 Peggy Mather In 1841, Peggy was 13 with her parents at Corronation Street, Bolton.  There was another Peggy aged 13 this year, daughter of Robert and Ann Mather from Turton.  This other Peggy married James Cooper in 1852. 1833 Henry Mather In 1841, Henry is with his parents, aged 8 at Corronation Street.

Henry appears to have been adopted by Betty Harner, who lists Henry as her son (age 15). 1840 - 1842 Lavinia Mather 2 2 WARNING: Another Lavinia, daughter of Jonathan and Charlotte Mather of Deansgate, Manchester was also born 1839 and died 1842, aged 2.

Listed as Male on Census, but recorded as female at death 1826 Susannah Mather In 1841, Susannah (15) and with parents at Corronation Street, Bolton.

In 1847, another Susannah Mather, daughtr of Thomas married Jeremiah Barlow.

Susannah had left home (married ? Fletcher) by 1851 and had a son Joshua (aged 2).  James (14), her brother was living with them, but the husband was absent. 1803 - 1854 James Mather 51 51 Who is James Mather who married Catherine?  This is probably the James, illegitimate son of Jane Mather born 1803 in Little Lever.  In 1841, James's mother Jane was living at Old Acres (aged 70).  His marriage witness Joshua Kirkman was a neighbour.

It's quite possible the James Mather that married Catherine is a brother or cousin of Holt Mather.  Both werre spinners and both had daughters named Lavinia.

26 Nov 1826, James Mather married Catherine Rawsthorn.  His witness was Joshua Kirkman (1790-1846) from Lever.

In 1841, James (a spinner) and Catherine (both 35) were living at Corronation Street, West Bolton.  With them were Susannah (15), Jane (14), Peggy (13), Henry (8), James (4), Laviniah (1) and Margaret Rosthorn (60, possibly Catherine's aunt) 1819 Margaret (Peggy) Mather For some reason, only the mother (Sarah) is recorded on the baptism.  It could be that this is another Sarah Mather and was unmarried, and possibly married Joshua Webster, a cabinet maker on 22 Aug 1819, just 2 weeks before Peggy was born, but then why use the maiden name?

7 Oct 1839, Margaret Mather, daughter of Isaac Mather, landlord, married William Garside, Cali Printer, son of Richard Garside, weaver, both from Edgworth, full age.

In 1861 William and Margaret (42 & 41) were at Doffer Fold, Radcliffe with Fanny (20), Sarah Ann (16), James (12), Elizabeth (10), John (7), William (5), Mary Ann (4) and Ellen (9mo).  Also there were Margaret's brother Joseph and his wife and her father Isaac (65). ~1775 - <1823 Betty Mather 48 48 In 1823, Thomas left two cottages in Darcy Lever, in possession of Samuel Martin and Nathaniel Warburton, to the daughters of his late daughter Betty Hulme.

12 Sep 1824 Betty Mather, Spinster of Darcy Lever, had a daughter Alice baptised, but this is probably another, possibly a  niece. 1784 - 1813 Richard Mather 29 29 In his fathers of 1823 will it records that late son Richard had children. ~1775 James Hulme 5 Feb 1797, James Hulme married Betty Mather at Prestwich St Mary. ~1780 Henry Warburton When father-in-law Thomas Mather died in 1823: "1 cottage in Little Bolton, in the occupation of Barnabas Kitchen, to son in law, Henry Warburton" 1776 Mary (Mercy) Mather Mary Mather of Little Bolton was the mother of Isaac, baptised 8 Jun 1800 at Bradshaw.  No father is named.

Mary wasn't mentioned directly in her fathers will in 1823.  However, "one cottage in Little Bolton, in the occupation of Barnabas Kitchen, was left to son in law, Henry Warburton, her husband.  Perhaps she was deceased.
 1787 - 1787 Peter Mather 2m 2m Born Breightmet.
Peter son of Thomas & Betty 1821 William Crawshaw Father "Richard Crowshaw" (or Crawshaw)

In 1851, William and Alice (30 & 26) were at Bradshaw Chapel.  Richard was a Block Printer.  They had two sons Richard and Robert (5 & 2), and Alice's young sister Jane (22) and nephew Rueben (1).

In 1861, William and Alice (40 & 36) were with Richard (7) only.

The family moved to Nuttall, Tottington Lower End where in 1881 there was William (60) with Peter, Sarah A and James (22,19, and 17), all born Nuttall (and registered at Holcombe, Bury.

In May 1866, William and Alice Crawshaw (42 & 41) travelled to Quebec with their daughters Emma and May (14 & 6)

In 1871, soon after Alice died, William (50) was with Elen West (44), his oldest son Richard (25) and 5 other children. 1798 - 1867 Isaac Mather 69 69 Isaac born 1796 was a bastard son of Mary Mather of Little Bolton.  No farther is given, although Mary Mather, if the same person, married Henry Warburton by licence in April 1801. 

He may have had a brother Jacob.  Also a posible brother of Alice Mather, wife of Samuel (both from Turton).

A Weaver in 1816 when married, and 1817 - >1822

In 1841, Isaac Mather (45) was a Beer Seller with his second wife Jane (50) at the Old White Horse, Wallbach, Edgworth.  His children Joseph, Alice, Peter, Jacob, Jane, and Sarah were with him.  The Old White Horse was taken over by Annis Bromily, an unmarried woman, aged 66 in 1851.  Isaac was a neighbour, but now farming 28 acres (with his family).

In 1844 Isaac was an Out Worker when daughter Alice of Edgworth Moor married William Crowshaw

In 1851, Isaac and Jane (52 & 53) are at Walleach, Edgworth farming 28 acres. With them are Joseph (27), Peter and Jacob (both 25), and Sarah (15).

1853: Isaac Mather continued to be a Beer Seller in Edgworth, and is listed in the 1853 and 1855 trade directories.

In 1861, Isaac (65) was a widower, lodging with his daughter Margaret Garside and son Joseph at Doffer Fold (next to Buckley Fold), Radcliffe.

In 1863, old Isaac may have married Mary Haddock at Bury RO (TBC).

Isaac died in 1867 and his death was registered at Bury. 1802 - 1817 Kitty Mather 15 15 Kitty, daughter of James & Mary Mather of Edgworth, died aged 15 years. 1824 - 1824 Kitty Mather 3m 3m Kitty, daughter of Mary Mather (no father named) of Edgworth, died Dec 1826, 3 months old.  Mary already had a Kitty, and she would have been over 60 when this Kitty was born, so perhaps this is another Mary Mather. 1773 - >1851 James Mather 78 78 James was married to Mary from Scotland in 1841 and 1851.

James may be the son of Thomas from D.L.  James was left nothing in his father Thomas' will of 1823.  Perhaps because he had moved away from the family.  However, birth is 2 years out, but closest match.

James and Mary, Crofter (when married) or Ag Labourer (1841 census) at Mount Pleasant, Edgworth in 1841. 1778 - 1855 John Mather 77 77 WARNING: There is also a John and Ann Greenwood of Great Bolton whjo married in 1781 and had over 10 children.

Probably brother of James of Darcy Lever (see Alice's baptism) and/or Samuel, a farmer of Radcliffe.

In 1823, Thomas, John's father, left one cottage in King Street, Great Bolton, to son John Mather.

In 1841, John was at Flash, Brieghtmet (60) a Farmer, living alone.

In 1851, John Mather (73, a retired farmer from Breightment) was living with his daughter Ellen (40) and son-in-law (shown as "Step-father") Joseph Phethean (48).

John's daughter Sarah was at Roscoe Fold, Breightmet, so John is probably related to Jeremy Mather.
 1837 Lydia Nightingale In 1871, Lydia Mather was 34, Widow, a Toll House Keeper in Sowerby, Yorkshire and a widow.  She had 4 children; Elizabeth, James, Ann and Ellen (9,7,4 and 2), all born in Boilton.

Although a widow in 1871, she had "Betsy Mather" born in 1874.

In 1881, Lydia Mather (45) was at 6 Booth Street, Middleton with Elizabeth (19), James (17), Ann (14), Ellen (12) and Betsy (6). 1844 John Crowther
About 1890 John moved to London, first to Camden Town, then  Kensal Town and in 1899 Kings Cross.

In 1901, John was 52 and a Joiner in London with three young children (TBC). 1862 Elizabeth Mather 1863 James Mather 1866 Ann Mather 1869 Ellen Mather Q1 1869, Ellen was born in Runcorn, although there are no other birth for Mather+Nightingale registered in Roncorn. 1845 Richard Crawshaw 1848 Robert Crawshaw 1826 James Cocker In 1861, James Crocker (35) and wife Jane (31) were farming 2.5 acres at Over Darwen.  Ralph Crocker (65, his father) was a neighbour farming 3 acres. 1849 - 1935 Reuben Mather 85 85 1852 Edmund Cocker 1855 Mary Cocker No Birth registered for Mary Cocker, although with family in 1861, aged 6 1857 Simon Cocker 1859 Sarah Cocker Mary Haddock Mary Mather a Cotton Weaver (possibly this Mary) was in the Turton Workhouse (Fishpool, Farnworth) in 1881, aged 78.  She died 1882, aged 78 and buried at Turton, St Ann. 1861 Sarah Jane Mather In 1881, Sarah J Mather (17) and Henry Mather (17) were living at 38 James Street, Bolton with their aunt Ellen Platt (57, Wid), a coffin maker and undertaker.

In 1901, Sarah J Mather (single, 39) was a Grocer, Shop Keeper at 47 Punch Street, Bolton, following in her father's business. However, by 1911 the business had passed over to Mary Ann Mather, widow of William Mather, but how were they related?

In 1911, Sarah Jane Mather (49, born Bolton), a retied Grocery Business was with her sister Helen Mather (45) a Widow from Atherton with her 4 children. 1818 - 1889 John Nelson 71 71 1840 Joseph Nelson 1843 Mary Nelson 1849 James Nelson 1856 - 1923 Francis Nelson 67 67 in 1901, Francis, mother named as Ann Mather, married Jane Fish at St Ann's, Turton. 1839 - 1840 Sarah Nelson 1 1 1854 - 1858 Sarah A Nelson 4 4 1770 - 1832 Thomas Mather 62 62 In August 1832, Thomas Mather of Great Bolton died aged 62 1769 - 1843 Jane Mather 74 74 Jane was the daughter of Thomas and Betty, baptised at St Peter, Bolton in 1769.  Jane's father left "2 cottages in Darcy Lever, in possession of himself and Joseph Warburton, to daughter Jane Fohold (who has three children)".  "Fohold" appears to be an error.

In 1831, Jane was NOT at Old Acres.  However in 1805 (poor list) Richard Mather was an occupier (one of many) at Old Acres.  In the 1796 valuation, Richard Mather was  occupier at 46 Old Acres, Bradshaw Gate, West Side.

In 1841, Jane (70), with her assumed niece or granddaughter Alice (15), living at Old Acres, E Bolton.

Jane died in 1843, East Bolton, aged 74

Note: Old Acres in Bolton Town Center was later (about 1885) renamed Great Moor Street. 1834 Richard Crompton 1824 Abraham Fitton Abraham is the son of Robert and Nancy Fitton. Another Stanley Fitton married Alice Mather in 1852)

31 May 1846, Jane Mather, a minor, daughter of James Mather a spinner, married Abraham Fitton, son of Robert, also a spinner

In 1861, Abraham and Jane (37 & 34) were with John (14), William (11), Ann (8) and Robert (3)

Abraham and Jane had 8 Children, all registered in E Bolton. Betsy (1856-57) died an infant.

I have no FITTON + BOLTOn DNA matches. 1819 - 1889 William Garside 70 70 About 1819, William was born in Edgworth.

27 May 1839, William Garside, aged 20, was imprisoned for 3 months for larceny.

7 Oct 1839, Margaret Mather, daughter of Isaac Mather, landlord, married William Garside, Cali Printer, son of Richard Garside, weaver, both from Edgworth, full age.

In 1841, William and Margaret (both 22) were at Doctor's Lane, South Bury with Fanny (5mo).

In 1851, William and Margaret (both 31) were at 14 Union Street, South Bury.  They had Fanny (10), Sarah A (6) and James (2).

About 1853 the family moved to Doffer Fold Farm, Bank Top, Radcliffe (where John, William and the daughters were born)..

In 1861 William and Margaret (42 & 41) were at Doffer Fold, Radcliffe with Fanny (20), Sarah Ann (16), James (12), Elizabeth (10), John (7), William (5), Mary Ann (4) and Ellen (9mo).  Also there were Margaret's brother Joseph and his wife and her father Isaac (65).

In 1871, William and Margaret (53 & 52) were still at Doffer Fold, now farming 12 acres.  With them were Saran Ann (26), Elizabeth (20), John (17), William (15), Mary Jane (10) and Margaret (6).  Also their daughter Fanny and William Hutchinson who had married in 1868. 1844 Sarah Ann Garside 1848 James Garside 1851 Elizabeth Garside 1865 Margaret Garside 1841 Fanny Garside In 1868, Fanny Garside married William Hutchinson, a joiner from Tottington, at Bury RO.

In 1871, Fanny and William were living at Doffer Fold (next to her parents) with two children. 1852 John Garside 1856 William Garside 1857 Mary Jane Garside 1860 Ellen Garside 1808 - 1853 Robert Tong 45 45 Robert Tong and Nancy Mather were married in 1832 and son Thomas was born in 1833, showing Robert was a spinner from Darcey Lever.

In 1841, Robert and Nancy (both 30) were at Clap Row, Darcy Lever with Sarah and Robert (4 & 1).  Son Thomas (7) was with Thomas and Sarah Mather (both 60) who were close neighbours in Clap Row, Darcy Lever.

In 1851, Robert and Nancy Tong (43 & 40) were at Clap Row, Darcy Lever with Thomas (17), Sarah (14), Robert (10), William (8), Peter (4) and Horatio (1). 1811 - 1881 Nancy Mather 70 70 Nancy was the daughter of Thomas and Sarah Mather.  Her son Thomas was with them in 1841.


In 1841, Robert and Nancy (both 30) were at Clap Row, Darcy Lever with Sarah and Robert (4 & 1).  Son Thomas (7) was with Thomas and Sarah Mather (both 60) who were close neighbours in Clap Row, Darcy Lever.

In 1851, Robert and Nancy Tong (43 & 40) were at Clap Row, Darcy Lever with Thomas (17), Sarah (14), Robert (10), William (8), Peter (4) and Horatio (1).

In 1861, Nancy Tonge (50) was with Sarah (24), William (18), Peter (14), James (9) and granddaughter Nancy Hannah Tonge (1) 1833 Thomas Tong In 1841, Thomas, aged 7, was staying along the road at Chap Row, with his grandparents Thomas and Sarah (both 60) at Darcy Lever 1837 Sarah Tong Sarah was Robert and Nancy's only daughter.  Therefore, Nancy Hannah Tong (birth registered 1859) is most likely her illegitimate daughter, living with her grandparents in 1861. 1840 Robert Tong In 1860, Robert married Ellen Morrell

In 1881, Robert and Ellen (42 & 41) were at Clap Row, Darcy Lever. They had no children. 1843 William Tong 1846 Peter Tong 1849 - 1853 Horatio Davenport Tong 3 3 1780 - 1848 Sarah Davenport 68 68 In 1841, Thomas and Sarah Mather (both 60) were in Clap Row, Dacy Lever with their grandson Thomas Tonge (7). 1780 - 1859 Thomas Mather 78 78 5 Feb 1802, Thomas Mather married Sarah Davenport at St Peter's, Bolton. Richard Mather was a witness.

In 1823, Thomas (his father) left 2 cottages in Darcy Lever, in possession of John Fletcher and his son Thomas Mather, to his son Thomas Mather.

In 1841, Thomas and Sarah Mather (both 60) were in Clap Row, Darcy Lever with their grandson Thomas Tonge (7), so confirming that Nancy is their daughter.
 1809 Mary Mather Mary in unconfirmed daughter as baptised at Manchester, not Bolton. 1803 - 1803 Ann Mather 1m 1m 1810 Ann Mather 1852 James Tonge 1859 Nancy Hannah Tonge In 1861, granddaughter Nancy Hannah Tong (aged 1) was living with her grandmother Nancy Tonge.  She was an illegitimate daughter, probably of Sarah. 1849 Sarah Tonge 1845 - 1845 Hannah Tong <unknown> 1806 Sarah Warburton 1800 Susannah Holme 1802 - 1803 Elizabeth Holme 6m 6m 1807 Sarah Holme 1804 James Mather Holme 1798 Mary Holme 1810 Rachel Holme 1790 - 1846 Joshua Kirkman 56 56 In 1826, Joshua Kirkman was witness to James and Catherine's marriage.

In 1841, Joshua, a weaver, was living at Old Acres, East Bolton with his wife Sarah Bradbury (48) and two daughters.  Neighbours at Old Acres were Jane Mather (70) and assumed grand-daughter Alice Mather (15)

Joshua died in December 1846, aged 56 and there was an inquest. 1792 Sarah Bradbury 1835 Alice Kirkman <unknown> 1813 Catharine Chandler Married as CHANTERLEY, 1838-1842, maiden name as CHANDLEY and then CHANDLER for later birth registrations.

In 1861, James was missing and Catherine (69, head) was at 8 Back Margaret Street, Ashton Town with daughter Mary Ann (17). 1847 - 1847 Thomas Mather 6m 6m Mother MILLS, not CHANDLER 1836 - 1838 James Mather 1 1 1849 - 1850 John Thomas Mather 7m 7m 1851 - 1852 William Mather 6m 6m 1842 - 1843 Elizabeth Mather 1 1 Elizabeth Mather, daughter of James and Catherine of Heywood was buried the same day as Ralph Mather, her possible grandfather, both at St James, Ashworth. 1839 - 1840 John Mather 1 1 John died at Castleton, Greater Manchester 1844 Mary Ann Mather Aged 7 at Oswaldtwisle in 1851 (with parents)

May have married Edwin Wain.  Census records confirm Mary Ann from Rochdale, and no children. 1803 - 1850 James Mather 46 46 This is James, son of John and Ann of Breightmet.  James's grandparents were Betty and Thomas of Little Leveer (he and Mathha were buried with them).  There is another James, son of Jane Mather of L.L. also born in 1803.

In 1833, James married Matha Austin. John (assumed to be his father) was a witness, normally a role for a brother, not father.

In 1841, James (a carter) and Martha (both 35) were at Spring Row, Breightmet with John (9), Elizabeth (7), Ellin (2).  James and Martha also had James Livesey (20) with them.  James's father, John (b.~1781), a farmer, was living nearby, aged 60.

Another James & Martha Mather nee Kay, a silk weaver from Entwistle had William Kay (48) with them in 1841. <male> Lee Possibly
Thomas Lee (married Jane Lee in 1827) or
Robert Lee (married Jane Draper in 1830) or
John Lowe (married Jane Howarth in 1833)
but no death with wife Jane 1874 Betsy Mather Betsy Mather (MMN = Nightingale) was born in 1874 and was with her mother and siblings in 1881. 1840 - 1840 Thomas Mather 6m 6m 1833 - 1865 Ralph Mather 31 31 Ralph was baptised 29 Sep 1833, son of James Matgher, an organist and Catherine (nee Chandler)

In 1841, Ralph (7) was the only child of James and Catherine (both 25), living in Rochdale.

In 1851, Ralph (17), a power loom weaver, was at Factory Row, Oswaldtwistle with his father James the organist and mother Catherine and sister Mary Ann (7).

26 Jul 1857, Rahph (24), a painter, son of James Mather a musician married Elizabeth Taylor (19) at Manchester Cathederal.

In 1863, Ralph a painter, and Elizabeth were at Cipid's Alley, Deansgate, when Elizabeth was baptised.

Ralph Mather, painter, died in Hulme, Manchester of consumption.
 1838 Elizabeth Taylor Elizabeth's father was Joseph Taylor.

26 Jul 1857, Rahph (24), son of James Mather a musician married Elizabeth Taylor (19).

In 1865, husband Ralph, a painter, died.

In 1881, Elizabeth Mather (43, born Manchester) was with Elizabeth (18) and Ralph (16) at 119 Oldham Road, Manchester. She is now married to William Mather (50) and also has two young sons. 1862 Elizabeth Mather 1864 Ralph Mather 1812 - 1867 James Mather 55 55 James and Catherine had 6 infants, all buried at Ashworth near Middleton.  James is a possible son of Ralph Mather (1777-1843) and Ellen (1774-1837) who are also buried at Ashworth.

3 June 1833, James and Catherine were married at Wigan All Saints.

In 1836 James had a son James baptised at Bolton.  He was an organist.

In 1839 living at Richard Street, Rochdale. An Organist when son John was baptised.

In 1841, James an organist and Catherine (both 25) were at Back Richard Street, Rochdale with son Ralph (7).

In 1847, Thomas's birth was registered in Sheffield.

In 1849 James, organist and Catherine had a son John Thomas while living at Haslingden.  He died the next year.

In 1851, James and Catherine (39 & 38) were at Oswaldtwisle with Ralph (17) and Mary Ann (7).  James was an Organist, and BLIND !

In 1861, James was missing and Catherine (69, head) was at 8 Back Margaret Street, Ashton Town with daughter Mary Ann (17). 1777 - 1843 Ralph Mather 66 66 1839 Edwin Wain
In 1871, Edwin and Mary A Wain (32 & 27) were lodgind at St George, Manchester.

In 1881, Edwin and Mary Ann Wain (40 & 37) were at Ardwick, Manchester with John William Carr (39) a boarder. 1838 - 1839 William Rostron 3m 3m 1837 - 1893 James Mather 56 56 James, son of James from Bolton.

In 18541, james was aged 4

In 1851, James was living with his sister Susannah.

In 1861, James Mather (23) was a boarder, a warehouseman, with James and Sarah Sharrocks at 55 Soho Street, Eastern Bolton.

22 Sep 1867, James Mather (29), a Book Keeper of Reddish, Stockport, son of James Mather (dec) a Spinner married Mary Flitcroft (24) a Weaver from Sidney St. Bolton daughter of Ellis Flitcroft (dec) a Bricklayer at Park Street Wesleyan Methodist, Bolton. 

In 1871, James a Bookkeeper and Mary (33 & 27, both born Bolton) were at Reddish Lane, Reddish, Stockport with Mary Jane Mather (3)

7 July 1878, James, an operative, and Mary had all their surviving children (except for Mary Jane) baptised at Reddish, St Elisabeth. They were living at 11 John Street, Reddish.

In 1881, James a Bookkeeper and Mary (43 & 37, both born Bolton) were at 10 Hannah Street, Reddish, Stockport with Mary Jane Mather (13), James Henry (11), Kate (10) Isabel (6) and Jessie (1)
1824 - 1911 Mark Schofield 87 87 Mark Schofield a Finisher, was the son of John Schofield, a Hatter 1821 Harriet Bibby In 1841 Harriet Mather (20) was with her mother Mary Mather (50), a Bonnet Maker and sister Ann (15) at Hartshead, Ashton-under-Lyne

In 1861, Harriet Bibby (40, Wid) was at 15 Old Acres with Ellen (10) and William (3)

In 1881, Harriet Bibby (58) was at 37 Spring Gardens with her son William Mather (22)

In 1891, Harriet Bibby (70) was at 50 Spring Gardens with her son William and family. 1856 - ~1906 William Mather (Bibby) 50 50 In 1861, William Bibby (3) was with hios mother Harriet Bibby (40, Wid) at 15 Old Acres.

In 1881, William Mather (22) was with his mother Harriet Bibby (58) at 37 Spring Gardens.

In 1891, William and Mary Ann (both 33) were at 50 Spring Gardens with their children and Harriet Bibby (70)

In 1901, William and Mary Ann (both 48) were at 50 Spring Gardens with Emma J (24), Harriet (22), Ada (16), Alice (8) and Nellie (4)

By 1911, William was dead.  Mary Ann Mather (53, Widow) was a grocer at 47 Punch Street, Bolton.  4 of her 10 children had died. 1851 Ellen Bibby 1820 John Mather In 1861, John Mather (41), a Sawyer, was a lodger of Harriet Bibby at 15 Old Acres.  William Bibby (3) was probably John's son since William was later known as William Mather.  Ellen (10) could also have been his daughter (unconfirmed). 1858 Mary Ann Young In 1901, William and Mary Ann (both 48) were at 50 Spring Gardens with Emma J (24), Harriet (22), Ada (16), Alice (8) and Nellie (4)

By 1911, William was dead.  Mary Ann Mather (53, Widow) was a grocer at 47 Punch Street, Bolton.  4 of her 10 children had died. 1876 Emma Jane Mather In 1901, Emma J (24) was with her parents at Spring Gardens

In 1911, Emma Jane (33) was single and with her mother at 47 Punch Street, Bolton. 1880 John Mather John had left home by 1901 1885 Ada Mather In 1901, Ada (16) was with her parents at Spring Gardens 1883 - 1886 Sarah Mather 3 3 1887 - 1888 Florence Mather 6m 6m 1878 Harriet Mather In 1901, Harriet (22) was with her parents at Spring Gardens 1889 - 1891 William Mather 1 1 1893 Alice Ann Mather In 1901, Alice (8) was with her parents at Spring Gardens 1896 Ellen (Nellie) Mather In 1901, Nellie (4) was with her parents at Spring Gardens 1902 Bertha Mather 1808 Mary Mather Mary Mather, baptised Jan 1808 was the illigitimate daughter of Jane of Darcy Lever.   1797 Ann Mather Ann and Isaac were both illegitimate children of Mary Mather (of L.B. and Bradshaw) 1861 Alice Cocker 1864 Sophia Cocker 1868 Rhoda Cocker 1870 Susannah Cocker 1873 Cordelia Cocker 1847 - 1847 Sarah Ann Crawshaw 1858 Peter Crawshaw 1861 Sarah Alice Crawshaw 1864 James Crawshaw 1856 John Crawshaw 1847 - 1847 Isaac Crawshaw 1847 - 1847 James Crawshaw 1853 William Crawshaw 1851 Nancy Crawshaw 1847 John Fitton 1850 William Fitton 1852 Hannah (Ann) Fitton 1858 Robert Fitton 1856 - 1857 Betsy Fitton 1 1 1862 James Fitton 1862 Thomas Fitton 1865 Mary Fitton Created using GenoPro® Click for details.