ROBERT HILLIARD
Tralee
Robert Hilliard was the son of William Hilliard (Senior) and the younger brother of William Hilliard (Junior), both Jewellers in Tralee.
The 1901 Irish Census reveals Robert Hilliard as a 22 year old, Kerry born Watchmaker. He lives with his father, William (see above post) at 1, Denny Street, Tralee. He is not married and his religion recorded as Church of Ireland.
The 1911 Irish Census records him as Robert Richard Hilliard, and describes him as Jewellery and Clock Jobber. He is married to 32 year old, Dublin born Elizabeth Almeria M. Hilliard, they have been married for one year and have no children. The reside at 1, Church Street, Tralee. Also resident is his sister-in-law, Florence Lydia Maria Todd and seven boarders, none of whom appear connected with the trade. Robert's religion is now recorded as Episcopal.
The Baptism of Robert R.W. Hilliard was performed at Tralee on the 7th September 1879. His date of birth recorded as the 28th August 1879. His father's occupation recorded as Watchmaker.
Robert R. Hilliard of Callinafercy married Elizabeth A.M, Todd of Meanus, Kiltallagh at Kiltallagh on the 21st February 1910. Robert's occupation was described as Jeweller. Elizabeth was described as a Housekeeper, the daughter of James Todd, an Insurance Agent.
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WILLIAM JAMES DORAN
Ballymena
DORAN, William James, Jeweler, formerly Ballymena, now 2,051, Philip-street, Philadelphia, U.S.A. An assignment for the benefit of creditors was filed May 16th. Unsecured liabilities, ,£1,728 1s. 3d.; estimated net assets,£150. Among the creditors are : –
Cohen and Co. - London - £96-7s-3d
Fulda and David - London - £106-17s-6d
Potter, William, and Sons - London - £43-4s-0d
Greenberg, I. S., and Co. - Birmingham - £24-6s-11d
Griffith, W.. and Son - Birmingham - £116-2s-10d
Harris, Henry, and Co. - Birmingham - £30-5s-0d
Lowry Bros. - Birmingham - £40-14s-6d
Unna, J. A. - Birmingham - £33-10s-9d
Thomson and Williamson - Glasgow - £28-11s-8d
Dodds and McNeilly - Liverpool - £42-5s-2d
Kirby and Wayte - Sheffield - £80-11s-8d
Nodder, John, and Co. - Sheffield - £68-10s-0d
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 1st June 1893
William James Doran was born in Cromac, Belfast in 1866, he was noted as the son of William Doran and Rebecca Beattie. William's choice of destination following his bankruptcy, Philadelphia, was presumably to join his mother and her second husband James A. Currie, a Belfast Watchmaker, who had left Ireland for Philadelphia in 1891. William did return to Ireland in 1894, as a William James Doran, Watchmaker, was recorded aboard the 'Anchoria', sailing to Ireland, from New York in that year. His death was recorded at Philadelphia on the 28th May 1905.
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Ballymena
DORAN, William James, Jeweler, formerly Ballymena, now 2,051, Philip-street, Philadelphia, U.S.A. An assignment for the benefit of creditors was filed May 16th. Unsecured liabilities, ,£1,728 1s. 3d.; estimated net assets,£150. Among the creditors are : –
Cohen and Co. - London - £96-7s-3d
Fulda and David - London - £106-17s-6d
Potter, William, and Sons - London - £43-4s-0d
Greenberg, I. S., and Co. - Birmingham - £24-6s-11d
Griffith, W.. and Son - Birmingham - £116-2s-10d
Harris, Henry, and Co. - Birmingham - £30-5s-0d
Lowry Bros. - Birmingham - £40-14s-6d
Unna, J. A. - Birmingham - £33-10s-9d
Thomson and Williamson - Glasgow - £28-11s-8d
Dodds and McNeilly - Liverpool - £42-5s-2d
Kirby and Wayte - Sheffield - £80-11s-8d
Nodder, John, and Co. - Sheffield - £68-10s-0d
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 1st June 1893
William James Doran was born in Cromac, Belfast in 1866, he was noted as the son of William Doran and Rebecca Beattie. William's choice of destination following his bankruptcy, Philadelphia, was presumably to join his mother and her second husband James A. Currie, a Belfast Watchmaker, who had left Ireland for Philadelphia in 1891. William did return to Ireland in 1894, as a William James Doran, Watchmaker, was recorded aboard the 'Anchoria', sailing to Ireland, from New York in that year. His death was recorded at Philadelphia on the 28th May 1905.
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JOHN WELDON
Green Street, Dingle, Co. Kerry
Manufacturer of gold and silver Celtic jewellery. Established in 1997.
John Weldon is registered with the Dublin Assay Office.
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Green Street, Dingle, Co. Kerry
Manufacturer of gold and silver Celtic jewellery. Established in 1997.
John Weldon is registered with the Dublin Assay Office.
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DAVID SINCLAIR HENDERSON
31, Grafton Street, Dublin
COURT PAPERS
COURT OF BANKRUPTCY
ADJUDICATIONS IN BANKRUPTCY
Henderson, David Sinclair, of 31, Grafton Street, in the city of Dublin, jeweller and watchmaker. February 23, Tueasday, March 9, and Friday, March 26. John D, Rosenthal, solr.
Source: The Irish Law Times and Solicitors' Journal - 6th March 1886
David Sinclair Henderson does not appear to be recorded in the 1901 Irish Census.
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31, Grafton Street, Dublin
COURT PAPERS
COURT OF BANKRUPTCY
ADJUDICATIONS IN BANKRUPTCY
Henderson, David Sinclair, of 31, Grafton Street, in the city of Dublin, jeweller and watchmaker. February 23, Tueasday, March 9, and Friday, March 26. John D, Rosenthal, solr.
Source: The Irish Law Times and Solicitors' Journal - 6th March 1886
David Sinclair Henderson does not appear to be recorded in the 1901 Irish Census.
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HAUGHIE & SCOTT
13, Church Street, Belfast
WANTED, A FIRST CLASS WATCHMAKER. To a First Class Man, Constant Employ. Wages No Object. Also a WORKING JEWELLER.
Apply: HAUGHIE & SCOTT, 13, Church Street, Belfast.
Source: The Belfast Newsletter - 30th January 1872
As the name Haughie is unusual, with only five examples recorded in the 1901 Irish Census (four of them being in mentioned family), then perhaps the above is to be identified with Andrew Haughie, who is recorded in the 1901 Irish Census as a 47 year old, Belfast born Working Jeweller. He is married to 31 year old Helen. They have two daughters, Mary 7, and Ellen 5 years old. They reside at 17, Haywood Avenue, Belfast, they have one live-in servant. The family's religion was recorded as Irish Church.
In the 1911 Irish Census, Andrew Haughie is now recorded as 60 years old, a more likely age if he is to be identified with the firm of Haughie & Scott. He is described as a Master Jeweller. His wife, whose details were only partially recorded in the earlier census, is now recorded as Ellen, born in Co. Antrim, and Roman Catholic. They have an additional two children, Margaret 9 years old, and Andrew 8 months old. Andrew and Ellen have been married for 19 years, they have had five children, of whom four are living. The family now reside at 10.1 Garfield Street, Belfast.
Andrew Haughie is recorded as a Jeweller of 22, Lombard Street in the 1901 Belfast Street Directory, and as a Jeweller of 33, Garfield Street in the 1918 Belfast Street Directory.
A noted detail in case it may be relevant:
HAUGHIE--April 8, at 7, Academy Street, Belfast, the wife of Andrew Haughie, of a son.
Source: The Witness - 16th April 1875
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13, Church Street, Belfast
WANTED, A FIRST CLASS WATCHMAKER. To a First Class Man, Constant Employ. Wages No Object. Also a WORKING JEWELLER.
Apply: HAUGHIE & SCOTT, 13, Church Street, Belfast.
Source: The Belfast Newsletter - 30th January 1872
As the name Haughie is unusual, with only five examples recorded in the 1901 Irish Census (four of them being in mentioned family), then perhaps the above is to be identified with Andrew Haughie, who is recorded in the 1901 Irish Census as a 47 year old, Belfast born Working Jeweller. He is married to 31 year old Helen. They have two daughters, Mary 7, and Ellen 5 years old. They reside at 17, Haywood Avenue, Belfast, they have one live-in servant. The family's religion was recorded as Irish Church.
In the 1911 Irish Census, Andrew Haughie is now recorded as 60 years old, a more likely age if he is to be identified with the firm of Haughie & Scott. He is described as a Master Jeweller. His wife, whose details were only partially recorded in the earlier census, is now recorded as Ellen, born in Co. Antrim, and Roman Catholic. They have an additional two children, Margaret 9 years old, and Andrew 8 months old. Andrew and Ellen have been married for 19 years, they have had five children, of whom four are living. The family now reside at 10.1 Garfield Street, Belfast.
Andrew Haughie is recorded as a Jeweller of 22, Lombard Street in the 1901 Belfast Street Directory, and as a Jeweller of 33, Garfield Street in the 1918 Belfast Street Directory.
A noted detail in case it may be relevant:
HAUGHIE--April 8, at 7, Academy Street, Belfast, the wife of Andrew Haughie, of a son.
Source: The Witness - 16th April 1875
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THOMAS BROWN
35, Rosemary Street, later, 11, Royal Avenue, Belfast
THOMAS BROWN
Working Jeweller
35, Rosemary Street
(Near Royal Arcade)
Manufacturer of all kinds of Gold and Silver Jewellery
To Special Order or Design
Source: The Belfast Newsletter - 24th March 1885
THOMAS BROWN
Art Jeweller
Working Gold and Silversmith
35, Rosemary Street
Maker of all descriptions of High Grade Jewellery
Speciality - Diamond Solitaire Engagement Rings
Watch and Jewellery Repairs
Source: The Belfast Newsletter - 20th June 1895
Thomas Brown - Belfast - 1908
The 1901 Irish Census reveals Thomas Brown as a 46 year old, Belfast born Master Jeweller. He is unmarried and lives with his brother and three sisters, all of whom are also unmarried. One of his sisters, Frances, is described as a Jeweller Sales Woman. They reside at 9, The Mount, and their religion recorded as Roman Catholic.
Thomas Brown does not appear to be recorded in the 1911 Irish Census.
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35, Rosemary Street, later, 11, Royal Avenue, Belfast
THOMAS BROWN
Working Jeweller
35, Rosemary Street
(Near Royal Arcade)
Manufacturer of all kinds of Gold and Silver Jewellery
To Special Order or Design
Source: The Belfast Newsletter - 24th March 1885
THOMAS BROWN
Art Jeweller
Working Gold and Silversmith
35, Rosemary Street
Maker of all descriptions of High Grade Jewellery
Speciality - Diamond Solitaire Engagement Rings
Watch and Jewellery Repairs
Source: The Belfast Newsletter - 20th June 1895
Thomas Brown - Belfast - 1908
The 1901 Irish Census reveals Thomas Brown as a 46 year old, Belfast born Master Jeweller. He is unmarried and lives with his brother and three sisters, all of whom are also unmarried. One of his sisters, Frances, is described as a Jeweller Sales Woman. They reside at 9, The Mount, and their religion recorded as Roman Catholic.
Thomas Brown does not appear to be recorded in the 1911 Irish Census.
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MARY CALLAN
2, South Frederick Street, Dublin
Noted as a manufacturer of Hair Jewellery who was awarded a silver medal at the Great Exhibition at London in 1851. She exhibited her wares, hair chains, bracelets, rings, brooches, ear rings, pins, etc. at the Dublin International Exhibition of 1865, and at Cork International Exhibition of 1883
Ornaments Made from Human Hair.
Mrs. Mary Callan Dublin, shows a superb collection of human hair ornaments suitable for rings, bracelets, chains, necklaces, purses, &c., of which she is an extensive manufacturer, and for which four prize medals were awarded., including the distinction of a silver medal at the great International Exhibition held in London during the year 1851.
Source: Illustrated Guide to the Cork International Exhibition - H C. Hartnell - 1883
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2, South Frederick Street, Dublin
Noted as a manufacturer of Hair Jewellery who was awarded a silver medal at the Great Exhibition at London in 1851. She exhibited her wares, hair chains, bracelets, rings, brooches, ear rings, pins, etc. at the Dublin International Exhibition of 1865, and at Cork International Exhibition of 1883
Ornaments Made from Human Hair.
Mrs. Mary Callan Dublin, shows a superb collection of human hair ornaments suitable for rings, bracelets, chains, necklaces, purses, &c., of which she is an extensive manufacturer, and for which four prize medals were awarded., including the distinction of a silver medal at the great International Exhibition held in London during the year 1851.
Source: Illustrated Guide to the Cork International Exhibition - H C. Hartnell - 1883
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JAMES A. CURRIE
Cromac Street, Belfast
James Currie was the stepfather-in-law to William James Doran (see above post). He was married to Rebecca Doran, nee Beattie. James was recorded as a Watchmaker at Cromac Steet, Belfast, prior to departing to Philadelphia in 1891.
James A. Currie was recorded at 467 Marshall Street. Philadelphia in 1905, and at Reading, Pennsylvania in 1910 were he was noted as an Optician. In 1920 he was recorded at North 55th Street, Philadelphia.
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Cromac Street, Belfast
James Currie was the stepfather-in-law to William James Doran (see above post). He was married to Rebecca Doran, nee Beattie. James was recorded as a Watchmaker at Cromac Steet, Belfast, prior to departing to Philadelphia in 1891.
James A. Currie was recorded at 467 Marshall Street. Philadelphia in 1905, and at Reading, Pennsylvania in 1910 were he was noted as an Optician. In 1920 he was recorded at North 55th Street, Philadelphia.
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PETER MARTIN DOYLE
79, Quay, Waterford
The 1901 Irish Census reveals Peter Doyle as a 48 year old, Co. Wexford born Tobacconist, he is married to 46 year old Co. Kilkenny born Bridget. They have seven children, Annie 23, Mary Kate 21, Joanna 19, John 15, Michael 13, Peter 11, and Bridget 7 years of age. The three eldest daughters are described as Shop Assistants, and two live-in servants have the same description. The family reside at 10, Quay Coal, Waterford and their religion recorded as Roman Catholic. All the children are Waterford born. They have a total of three live-in servants.
The 1911 Irish Census describes Peter as a Merchant, Jeweller,Tobacconist and Publican. Daughter, Annie Marie is described as a Jeweller, Mary Kate as a Tobacconist, John Joseph as a Publican, Michael as a Jeweller, and Peter Martin jun. as a Tobacconist. Peter and Bridget were recorded as having had nine children, of whom seven were living.
The premises at 79, Quay, Waterford were noted as that of the Watchmaker, Alfred Parker in 1877. At this point in time Peter M. Doyle was noted as a Publican at 80, Quay, Waterford.
In 1894, the premises of 79 and 80, Quay, appear to be combined and occupied by P.M. Doyle, Tobacconist and Publican.
Peter Martin Doyle registered his mark 'PMD' incuse and without outline, with the Birmingham Assay Office on the 30th July 1890. He also entered a mark 'PMD' incuse and contained within an oval outline, with the Chester Assay Office in 1891.
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79, Quay, Waterford
The 1901 Irish Census reveals Peter Doyle as a 48 year old, Co. Wexford born Tobacconist, he is married to 46 year old Co. Kilkenny born Bridget. They have seven children, Annie 23, Mary Kate 21, Joanna 19, John 15, Michael 13, Peter 11, and Bridget 7 years of age. The three eldest daughters are described as Shop Assistants, and two live-in servants have the same description. The family reside at 10, Quay Coal, Waterford and their religion recorded as Roman Catholic. All the children are Waterford born. They have a total of three live-in servants.
The 1911 Irish Census describes Peter as a Merchant, Jeweller,Tobacconist and Publican. Daughter, Annie Marie is described as a Jeweller, Mary Kate as a Tobacconist, John Joseph as a Publican, Michael as a Jeweller, and Peter Martin jun. as a Tobacconist. Peter and Bridget were recorded as having had nine children, of whom seven were living.
The premises at 79, Quay, Waterford were noted as that of the Watchmaker, Alfred Parker in 1877. At this point in time Peter M. Doyle was noted as a Publican at 80, Quay, Waterford.
In 1894, the premises of 79 and 80, Quay, appear to be combined and occupied by P.M. Doyle, Tobacconist and Publican.
Peter Martin Doyle registered his mark 'PMD' incuse and without outline, with the Birmingham Assay Office on the 30th July 1890. He also entered a mark 'PMD' incuse and contained within an oval outline, with the Chester Assay Office in 1891.
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FREDERICK JOHN MORTON
Dublin
The 1901 Irish Census reveals Frederick John Morton as a 21 year old, Dublin city born jeweller. He lives with his mother, 59 year old, Kings County born Kate, who is a widow. Frederick is unmarried. They reside at 3, Eglington Park, Kingstown, Dublin and have one live-in servant. Their religion was recorded as Presbyterian.
The 1911 Irish Census records that Frederick is now married, his wife is 34 year old Lucy Thomasma, who was born at Bangor, Co. Down. The couple have three children, Kathleen Anna 4, John Howard 2, and a baby, Doris Euphemia. They are recorded as being married for six years and have had three children, all living. They now reside at 168, Merrion Road, Dublin and have three live-in servants.
Kate Morton was recorded in the 1911 Irish Census, her occupation described as 'Annuity Jeweller and Stock'. She lives with a 'Lady Companion' and one other live-in servant at 13, Tivoli Terrace South, Dublin
Kate and Frederick John are likely to be the widow and son of John Morton, who was known to be in business as a manufacturing jeweller at Nassau Street, Dublin.
What is likely to be retailer mark of John Morton can be found at: http://www.925-1000.com/forum/viewtopic ... &start=100
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Dublin
The 1901 Irish Census reveals Frederick John Morton as a 21 year old, Dublin city born jeweller. He lives with his mother, 59 year old, Kings County born Kate, who is a widow. Frederick is unmarried. They reside at 3, Eglington Park, Kingstown, Dublin and have one live-in servant. Their religion was recorded as Presbyterian.
The 1911 Irish Census records that Frederick is now married, his wife is 34 year old Lucy Thomasma, who was born at Bangor, Co. Down. The couple have three children, Kathleen Anna 4, John Howard 2, and a baby, Doris Euphemia. They are recorded as being married for six years and have had three children, all living. They now reside at 168, Merrion Road, Dublin and have three live-in servants.
Kate Morton was recorded in the 1911 Irish Census, her occupation described as 'Annuity Jeweller and Stock'. She lives with a 'Lady Companion' and one other live-in servant at 13, Tivoli Terrace South, Dublin
Kate and Frederick John are likely to be the widow and son of John Morton, who was known to be in business as a manufacturing jeweller at Nassau Street, Dublin.
What is likely to be retailer mark of John Morton can be found at: http://www.925-1000.com/forum/viewtopic ... &start=100
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GEORGE BOOTH
3, Stephen's Green, Dublin
On the morning of the 7th ulto., a fire broke out at No. 3, Stephen's Green, Dublin, gutting the premises of Mr. George Booth, Watch manufacturer.
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 2nd July 1888
The 1901 Irish Census reveals a George Booth, a 28 year old, Co Antrim born Watchmaker, boarding at a house at 36 Lower Rutland Street, Dublin. He is unmarried and his religion recorded as Irish Church.
The 1911 Irish Census records George Booth as living at 148, Baggot Street, Lower, Dublin. In this census he states his age as 36 years of age. He is still unmarried.
As to whether all the above relates to one person (who does not know his age), or perhaps to a father and son, is as yet unknown.
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3, Stephen's Green, Dublin
On the morning of the 7th ulto., a fire broke out at No. 3, Stephen's Green, Dublin, gutting the premises of Mr. George Booth, Watch manufacturer.
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 2nd July 1888
The 1901 Irish Census reveals a George Booth, a 28 year old, Co Antrim born Watchmaker, boarding at a house at 36 Lower Rutland Street, Dublin. He is unmarried and his religion recorded as Irish Church.
The 1911 Irish Census records George Booth as living at 148, Baggot Street, Lower, Dublin. In this census he states his age as 36 years of age. He is still unmarried.
As to whether all the above relates to one person (who does not know his age), or perhaps to a father and son, is as yet unknown.
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EDWARD C. SLOAN(E)
108, Hill Street, Newry
E.C. Sloan - Newry - 1886
E. C. Sloane, Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith, - 108, Hill Street, Newry.—This fine business was established by Mr. Sloane in the year 1882. The premises are two storeys in height, and occupy a favourable corner position, their entire frontage being about fifty feet. On the front portion of the ground floor is a commodious and well-lighted shop, splendidly appointed in every particular, those tasteful arrangements so characteristic of Mr. Sloane being discernible on all sides. There is a lavish display of some of the choicest articles in the trade to be seen in the windows, while in various other parts of the shop are handsome plate-glass and mahogany show-cases, in each of which displayed a most beautiful assortment of the finest jewellery, &c., the stock being a comprehensive and very valuable one, and embraces gold and silver watches in great variety, and of excellent workmanship; clocks and jewellery of all kinds, of rich design and exquisitely made; and also fire and burglar-proof safes, specialities being made of gold, silver and diamond jewellery and precious stones. On the first floor is a well-arranged workshop where all kinds of repairs, &c., are promptly and neatly executed by experienced workmen. Mr Sloane is a large importer of American and Continental watches, clocks and jewellery ; and carries on a considerable local and country trade. He employs two hands, and displays very marked ability in the management of his prosperous undertaking.
Source: The Industries of Ireland - 1891
The 1901 Irish Census records Edward C. Sloane as a 37 year old, Co. Antrim born Watchmaker. He lives with his wife, County Monaghan born Martha, whose age is unrecorded, and their 3 year old daughter, May, who was born in Dublin City. The family reside at 27, Hill Street, Newry, they have one live-in servant and Edward's religion recorded as Protestant, Martha's as Roman Catholic.
The details recorded in the 1911 Irish Census are somewhat different, Edward is recorded as Sloan, with no 'e', as per the above advertisement, and now aged 47 years. His wife Martha, is aged 40, and the couple have a one month old son, Matthew, who was born at Belfast. Daughter May is unrecorded, but Edward states that he only ever had one child, and records that as living. The family now reside at 7.1 Newtownards Road, Pottinger, Co. Down.
The handwriting and signatures on the two census forms are totally different.
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108, Hill Street, Newry
E.C. Sloan - Newry - 1886
E. C. Sloane, Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith, - 108, Hill Street, Newry.—This fine business was established by Mr. Sloane in the year 1882. The premises are two storeys in height, and occupy a favourable corner position, their entire frontage being about fifty feet. On the front portion of the ground floor is a commodious and well-lighted shop, splendidly appointed in every particular, those tasteful arrangements so characteristic of Mr. Sloane being discernible on all sides. There is a lavish display of some of the choicest articles in the trade to be seen in the windows, while in various other parts of the shop are handsome plate-glass and mahogany show-cases, in each of which displayed a most beautiful assortment of the finest jewellery, &c., the stock being a comprehensive and very valuable one, and embraces gold and silver watches in great variety, and of excellent workmanship; clocks and jewellery of all kinds, of rich design and exquisitely made; and also fire and burglar-proof safes, specialities being made of gold, silver and diamond jewellery and precious stones. On the first floor is a well-arranged workshop where all kinds of repairs, &c., are promptly and neatly executed by experienced workmen. Mr Sloane is a large importer of American and Continental watches, clocks and jewellery ; and carries on a considerable local and country trade. He employs two hands, and displays very marked ability in the management of his prosperous undertaking.
Source: The Industries of Ireland - 1891
The 1901 Irish Census records Edward C. Sloane as a 37 year old, Co. Antrim born Watchmaker. He lives with his wife, County Monaghan born Martha, whose age is unrecorded, and their 3 year old daughter, May, who was born in Dublin City. The family reside at 27, Hill Street, Newry, they have one live-in servant and Edward's religion recorded as Protestant, Martha's as Roman Catholic.
The details recorded in the 1911 Irish Census are somewhat different, Edward is recorded as Sloan, with no 'e', as per the above advertisement, and now aged 47 years. His wife Martha, is aged 40, and the couple have a one month old son, Matthew, who was born at Belfast. Daughter May is unrecorded, but Edward states that he only ever had one child, and records that as living. The family now reside at 7.1 Newtownards Road, Pottinger, Co. Down.
The handwriting and signatures on the two census forms are totally different.
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EDWARD C. SLOAN(E)
108, Hill Street, Newry
Re: the above post. Further research of the 1911 Irish Census detail reveals a possible partial explanation for May's absence in the census. In 1911 Edward recorded that he and Martha had been married for 11 years, at that time May would have aged around 13 years. In the 1901 census, May's entry in the 'Relation to Head of Family' section, Edward did not record the word 'daughter', but the word 'child'.
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108, Hill Street, Newry
Re: the above post. Further research of the 1911 Irish Census detail reveals a possible partial explanation for May's absence in the census. In 1911 Edward recorded that he and Martha had been married for 11 years, at that time May would have aged around 13 years. In the 1901 census, May's entry in the 'Relation to Head of Family' section, Edward did not record the word 'daughter', but the word 'child'.
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WILLIAM TAYLOR
Boyle, Roscommon
Adjudications of Bankruptcies
Taylor, William Boyle, Roscommon, watchmaker, Nov. 12; sittings, Tuesday, Dec. 4, and Friday, Dec. 21. O.A., L. H. Deering. Sol. – Boxwell
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 5th December 1877
The above notice was misprinted, for it surely refers to William Taylor of Boyle, Roscommon, who was a Jeweller and Watchmaker. However, by the time this notice was published, William Taylor had passed away, his death occurred on the 12th November 1877, aged 59 years. The death was recorded by his son, George Taylor, a Jeweller and Watchmaker, who was to continue the family business.
William Taylor was buried in Boyle parish church.
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Boyle, Roscommon
Adjudications of Bankruptcies
Taylor, William Boyle, Roscommon, watchmaker, Nov. 12; sittings, Tuesday, Dec. 4, and Friday, Dec. 21. O.A., L. H. Deering. Sol. – Boxwell
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 5th December 1877
The above notice was misprinted, for it surely refers to William Taylor of Boyle, Roscommon, who was a Jeweller and Watchmaker. However, by the time this notice was published, William Taylor had passed away, his death occurred on the 12th November 1877, aged 59 years. The death was recorded by his son, George Taylor, a Jeweller and Watchmaker, who was to continue the family business.
William Taylor was buried in Boyle parish church.
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GEORGE TAYLOR
Bridge Street, Boyle, Co.Roscommon
Son of William Taylor (see above post).
The 1901 Irish Census reveals George Taylor as a 44 year old, Co. Roscommon born Jeweller. He is married to 40 year old, Co. Roscommon born Sarah Jane, they have two sons, John Shera 17, and George Burns 15 years of age, both described as 'Assistants', likely in their father's business, and one daughter, Sarah Amy Victoria aged 13 years. The family reside at 21, Bridge Street, Boyle. The family's religion was recorded as Church of Ireland, with the exception of Sarah Jane, who was recorded as a Methodist.
In the 1911 Irish Census, George Taylor is recorded as a Watchmaker Jobber, as is his son, John Shera Taylor. There was a new addition to the family between the censuses in the form of another son, Albert Edward, now aged 8 years. The family's address is now recorded as 35, Bridge Street, Boyle.
The marriage of George Taylor and Sarah Jane Shera was recorded on the 19th August 1880 at the Parish Church, Boyle.
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Bridge Street, Boyle, Co.Roscommon
Son of William Taylor (see above post).
The 1901 Irish Census reveals George Taylor as a 44 year old, Co. Roscommon born Jeweller. He is married to 40 year old, Co. Roscommon born Sarah Jane, they have two sons, John Shera 17, and George Burns 15 years of age, both described as 'Assistants', likely in their father's business, and one daughter, Sarah Amy Victoria aged 13 years. The family reside at 21, Bridge Street, Boyle. The family's religion was recorded as Church of Ireland, with the exception of Sarah Jane, who was recorded as a Methodist.
In the 1911 Irish Census, George Taylor is recorded as a Watchmaker Jobber, as is his son, John Shera Taylor. There was a new addition to the family between the censuses in the form of another son, Albert Edward, now aged 8 years. The family's address is now recorded as 35, Bridge Street, Boyle.
The marriage of George Taylor and Sarah Jane Shera was recorded on the 19th August 1880 at the Parish Church, Boyle.
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JOHN BAILIE
High Street, Ballynahinch, Co. Down
John Bailie - Ballynahinch - 1886
John Bailie does not appear to be recorded in the 1901 Irish Census, but a Robert Barry Bailie is likely to be identified with him.
Robert Barry Bailie was recorded as a 42 year old, Co. Down born Watchmaker and Ironmonger. He was a widower with no recorded children, he resided at 28, High Street, Ballynahinch and his religion recorded as Presbyterian. He had three live-in servants, two of whom were shop assistants.
In the 1911 Irish Census, Robert Barry Bailie recorded that his age was 55 years and occupation, Jeweller and Newsagent, he now resides at 19, High Street, with three servants.
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High Street, Ballynahinch, Co. Down
John Bailie - Ballynahinch - 1886
John Bailie does not appear to be recorded in the 1901 Irish Census, but a Robert Barry Bailie is likely to be identified with him.
Robert Barry Bailie was recorded as a 42 year old, Co. Down born Watchmaker and Ironmonger. He was a widower with no recorded children, he resided at 28, High Street, Ballynahinch and his religion recorded as Presbyterian. He had three live-in servants, two of whom were shop assistants.
In the 1911 Irish Census, Robert Barry Bailie recorded that his age was 55 years and occupation, Jeweller and Newsagent, he now resides at 19, High Street, with three servants.
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Re: Firms Working in Ireland in the Late 19th and 20th Centu
EDWARD COLTON
Dublin
THE BURGLARY AT ASHTOWN, PHOENIX PARK
Dublin, Wednesday. - Today, at Dublin Police Court, before Mr. Keys, Q.C., four men - James M'Donald, a returned convict; Edward Colton, described as a working jeweller; Michael Geraghty, slater; and Jas. Leery, of Bridge Street - were charged with having burglariously entered Mr. Thomas Moore's residence, Ashtown Lodge, Phoenix Park, and stolen plate and jewellery value £40, including a gold watch value £20. The prisoner M'Donald, having volunteered to turn informer, was discharged. He entered the witness-box to make, as he said, a clean breast of it. His statement was that on the evening of the 30th ult. Geraghty and he called on Leery, and the three then called on Colton to divide the proceeds. It was stated that only 35s. had been realised on the watch. Geraghty was not satisfied with the money. On cross-examination, witness said he had been twenty years in penal servitude. The accused were remanded, bail being refused.
Source: Belfast News Letter - 11th August 1892
If this is the same Edward Coulton, as seems likely, then the 1901 Irish Census records him as a 48 year old, Dublin born Bog Oak Carver. He is married to 48 year old, Dublin born Bridget. They have five children, Rosey 17, Edward 15, Michael 13, Thomas 11, and Nellie 9 years of age. Son Edward is described as a 'Bog Oak Carver Apprentice to Father'. All the children were born at Dublin. The family reside at 16.6 Upper Mercer Street, Dublin. Their religion was recorded as Roman Catholic.
The 1911 Irish Census records that Edward Coulton has aged little, he is now 53 years. Bridget, his wife, has done even better, for she is now 49 years of age. They have just the two sons living at home now, Edward, now 26, and Thomas, now 20 years of age. The three men of the house are all recorded as Bog Oak Carvers. Their address is now 16.3 Upper Mercer Street, Dublin. The couple recorded that they have been married for 25 years, had ten children, of whom seven were living. They also record that of the four members of the family noted in the 1911 census, none can read.
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Dublin
THE BURGLARY AT ASHTOWN, PHOENIX PARK
Dublin, Wednesday. - Today, at Dublin Police Court, before Mr. Keys, Q.C., four men - James M'Donald, a returned convict; Edward Colton, described as a working jeweller; Michael Geraghty, slater; and Jas. Leery, of Bridge Street - were charged with having burglariously entered Mr. Thomas Moore's residence, Ashtown Lodge, Phoenix Park, and stolen plate and jewellery value £40, including a gold watch value £20. The prisoner M'Donald, having volunteered to turn informer, was discharged. He entered the witness-box to make, as he said, a clean breast of it. His statement was that on the evening of the 30th ult. Geraghty and he called on Leery, and the three then called on Colton to divide the proceeds. It was stated that only 35s. had been realised on the watch. Geraghty was not satisfied with the money. On cross-examination, witness said he had been twenty years in penal servitude. The accused were remanded, bail being refused.
Source: Belfast News Letter - 11th August 1892
If this is the same Edward Coulton, as seems likely, then the 1901 Irish Census records him as a 48 year old, Dublin born Bog Oak Carver. He is married to 48 year old, Dublin born Bridget. They have five children, Rosey 17, Edward 15, Michael 13, Thomas 11, and Nellie 9 years of age. Son Edward is described as a 'Bog Oak Carver Apprentice to Father'. All the children were born at Dublin. The family reside at 16.6 Upper Mercer Street, Dublin. Their religion was recorded as Roman Catholic.
The 1911 Irish Census records that Edward Coulton has aged little, he is now 53 years. Bridget, his wife, has done even better, for she is now 49 years of age. They have just the two sons living at home now, Edward, now 26, and Thomas, now 20 years of age. The three men of the house are all recorded as Bog Oak Carvers. Their address is now 16.3 Upper Mercer Street, Dublin. The couple recorded that they have been married for 25 years, had ten children, of whom seven were living. They also record that of the four members of the family noted in the 1911 census, none can read.
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Re: Firms Working in Ireland in the Late 19th and 20th Centu
WILLIAM JAMES FLETCHER
11, Royal Avenue, Belfast
Deeds of Arrangement.
Fletcher, William James, 11, Royal-avenue, Belfast, jeweler. Trustee : John McCullough, Royal-avenue, Belfast. Assignment in trust to secure payment of composition of 20s. in the £. Filed May 20, 1891 ; unsecured liabilities £2,398 9s. 3d. ; estimated net assets, £4,246 3s. Id.
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 1st July 1891
William Fletcher, a Jeweller of 11, Royal Avenue, was remanded for Fraud, along with two others, regarding a lottery raising money local athletic clubs in February 1891.
No trace of William Fletcher was found in the Irish Censuses of 1901 and 1911.
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11, Royal Avenue, Belfast
Deeds of Arrangement.
Fletcher, William James, 11, Royal-avenue, Belfast, jeweler. Trustee : John McCullough, Royal-avenue, Belfast. Assignment in trust to secure payment of composition of 20s. in the £. Filed May 20, 1891 ; unsecured liabilities £2,398 9s. 3d. ; estimated net assets, £4,246 3s. Id.
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 1st July 1891
William Fletcher, a Jeweller of 11, Royal Avenue, was remanded for Fraud, along with two others, regarding a lottery raising money local athletic clubs in February 1891.
No trace of William Fletcher was found in the Irish Censuses of 1901 and 1911.
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Re: Firms Working in Ireland in the Late 19th and 20th Centu
BERNARD LOUIS CARSON
98a, York Street, Belfast
In March 1896 Bernard Louis Carson was charged with maliciously setting fire to his premises at 98a, York Street, with intent to defraud the British Law Fire Insurance Company. He was remanded for eight days and then sent for trial to the Assizes where he was indicted for feloniously setting fire to his jewellers shop. He was found not guilty and discharged.
He is perhaps to be identified as the father of James John Campbell Carson. Bernard Carson does not appear in the 1901 Irish Census, perhaps as he may have died during the interval of the trial and the census. However, the family of James John Campbell Carson does make a nice fit.
James Carson is recorded in the 1901 Irish Census as a 22 year old, Co. Down born Jeweller. He lives with his 57 year old widowed mother, Co. Down born Jane, and sisters, Mary Ann 33, Maggie Ormond 24, Victoria 23, and brother, David 19 years of age. The family reside at 6, Shaftesbury Square, Belfast, their religion recorded as Presbyterian.
The 1911 Irish Census reveals that James appears to have left the trade. He resides at 399, Lisburn Road, Belfast with his sisters, his occupation recorded as a Book-keeper.
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98a, York Street, Belfast
In March 1896 Bernard Louis Carson was charged with maliciously setting fire to his premises at 98a, York Street, with intent to defraud the British Law Fire Insurance Company. He was remanded for eight days and then sent for trial to the Assizes where he was indicted for feloniously setting fire to his jewellers shop. He was found not guilty and discharged.
He is perhaps to be identified as the father of James John Campbell Carson. Bernard Carson does not appear in the 1901 Irish Census, perhaps as he may have died during the interval of the trial and the census. However, the family of James John Campbell Carson does make a nice fit.
James Carson is recorded in the 1901 Irish Census as a 22 year old, Co. Down born Jeweller. He lives with his 57 year old widowed mother, Co. Down born Jane, and sisters, Mary Ann 33, Maggie Ormond 24, Victoria 23, and brother, David 19 years of age. The family reside at 6, Shaftesbury Square, Belfast, their religion recorded as Presbyterian.
The 1911 Irish Census reveals that James appears to have left the trade. He resides at 399, Lisburn Road, Belfast with his sisters, his occupation recorded as a Book-keeper.
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Re: Firms Working in Ireland in the Late 19th and 20th Centu
DAVID MITCHELL Ltd.
6, Castle Street, Belfast
Noted as having been robbed of £400 worth of jewellery in March 1895. The three offenders were caught and each received three years imprisonment.
The 1901 Irish Census entry for a David Mitchell living at 56, Antrim Road, Belfast probably refers. He was described as a 64 year old, Co. Down born Hardware Merchant. He was married to 50 year old, Co. Antrim born Eleanor. The live with their two daughters, Minnie 38, and Lizzie 36 years of age. The family's religion was recorded as Presbyterian. They have one live-in servant.
The 1911 Irish Census reveals that David is now a widower, he is still in the Hardware business and still living with his daughters and one live-in servant. Their address is now recorded a 7, Antrim Road, Belfast. The census records that David and Eleanor were married for 33 years. They had two children, both living.
The 1913 Belfast Telephone Directory lists David Mitchell as an Ironmonger and Jeweller, located at 6, Castle Street, Belfast.
MESSRS. DAVID MITCHELL, LTD.
Few establishments are more in favour with the public for the purchase of desirable gifts for this season than that of Messrs. David Mitchell, Ltd., Castle Street. Before entering the shop, one might as well abandon any preconceived idea as to what is the best article or articles to purchase, so many novelties abound in these well-filled showrooms. Variety is the keynote struck, accompanied, it may be added, by a pleasingly moderate scale of prices, which lends an added attraction to the display. On glancing over the premises, we notice that every yard of floor space is utilised to the best advantage, and the light is particularly good. To the left of the entrance is situated the jewellery and fancy goods department, in which are displayed an almost endless selection of goods. The stock of silver and gold jewellery is large, varied, and artistic, embracing gold and silver watches, chains, seals, bracelets, bangles, brooches, scarf pins, and studs. In the centre of the shop a magnificent suite of glass showcases are filled with a most artistic display of sterling silver and electro-plated articles, consisting of fish knives and forks, fruit spoons, cruets, preserve dishes, and teapots. To the right of the shop is arranged a very extensive assortment of albums, writing case, ladies' and gentlemens' fitted bags, dressing cases, hair brushes, purses, and knick-knacks. The quality of these goods is excellent, and, as already indicated, the prices at which they are being offered are extremely moderate. In the house furnishing department is displayed every cooking utensil a housekeeper could wish for. In this department are also shown floor and table lamps, silk shades, brass, copper, and wood coal vases, brass and copper tea kettles, cake stands, gongs, crumb trays, and fancy American rocking and children's chairs. If one may judge by the crowds of customers, Messrs. Mitchell are already experiencing the rush of the Christmas trade.
Source: Belfast Newsletter - 16th December 1899
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6, Castle Street, Belfast
Noted as having been robbed of £400 worth of jewellery in March 1895. The three offenders were caught and each received three years imprisonment.
The 1901 Irish Census entry for a David Mitchell living at 56, Antrim Road, Belfast probably refers. He was described as a 64 year old, Co. Down born Hardware Merchant. He was married to 50 year old, Co. Antrim born Eleanor. The live with their two daughters, Minnie 38, and Lizzie 36 years of age. The family's religion was recorded as Presbyterian. They have one live-in servant.
The 1911 Irish Census reveals that David is now a widower, he is still in the Hardware business and still living with his daughters and one live-in servant. Their address is now recorded a 7, Antrim Road, Belfast. The census records that David and Eleanor were married for 33 years. They had two children, both living.
The 1913 Belfast Telephone Directory lists David Mitchell as an Ironmonger and Jeweller, located at 6, Castle Street, Belfast.
MESSRS. DAVID MITCHELL, LTD.
Few establishments are more in favour with the public for the purchase of desirable gifts for this season than that of Messrs. David Mitchell, Ltd., Castle Street. Before entering the shop, one might as well abandon any preconceived idea as to what is the best article or articles to purchase, so many novelties abound in these well-filled showrooms. Variety is the keynote struck, accompanied, it may be added, by a pleasingly moderate scale of prices, which lends an added attraction to the display. On glancing over the premises, we notice that every yard of floor space is utilised to the best advantage, and the light is particularly good. To the left of the entrance is situated the jewellery and fancy goods department, in which are displayed an almost endless selection of goods. The stock of silver and gold jewellery is large, varied, and artistic, embracing gold and silver watches, chains, seals, bracelets, bangles, brooches, scarf pins, and studs. In the centre of the shop a magnificent suite of glass showcases are filled with a most artistic display of sterling silver and electro-plated articles, consisting of fish knives and forks, fruit spoons, cruets, preserve dishes, and teapots. To the right of the shop is arranged a very extensive assortment of albums, writing case, ladies' and gentlemens' fitted bags, dressing cases, hair brushes, purses, and knick-knacks. The quality of these goods is excellent, and, as already indicated, the prices at which they are being offered are extremely moderate. In the house furnishing department is displayed every cooking utensil a housekeeper could wish for. In this department are also shown floor and table lamps, silk shades, brass, copper, and wood coal vases, brass and copper tea kettles, cake stands, gongs, crumb trays, and fancy American rocking and children's chairs. If one may judge by the crowds of customers, Messrs. Mitchell are already experiencing the rush of the Christmas trade.
Source: Belfast Newsletter - 16th December 1899
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