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Wife Lynn FRANCIS (details suppressed for this person)
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Mother: Beryl Joan CLARKE
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1 F Leisa WALMSLEY (details suppressed for this person)
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Husband Napolean WILSON 186
Born: 10 Jun 1840 - Rollands Plains, , New South Wales, Australia
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Died: 25 Nov 1899 - Port Macquarie, , New South Wales, Australia
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Marriage: 16 Feb 1869 - Port Macquarie, , New South Wales, Australia
Wife Margaret FRANCIS 186
Born: 29 Feb 1840 - England
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Died: 22 Dec 1932 - Port Macquarie, , New South Wales, Australia
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Father: George FRANCIS (1811-1898) 186
Mother: Margaret DOUGLAS (1799-1878) 186
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1 M George Francis WILSON 186
Born: 2 Jan 1872
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2 F Margaret E Isabel WILSON 186
Born: 16 Jan 1880
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Spouse: Ernest Harold DICK (living)
3 F Leia May Ruth WILSON 186
Born: 27 Jun 1881
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Spouse: William JOHNSON (living)
4 M Norman Tussell WILSON 186
Born: 6 Feb 1883
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Spouse: Lillian May WADE (living)
General Notes: Husband - Napolean WILSON
Napoleon Wilson married Margaret Francis dau of George and Margaret
Dodds nee Douglas in Port Macquarie in 1869 and the couple took
over the Vineyard called Douglas Vale when George retired,
increasing the production in 1884 by adding a new Vineyard.Their
children were George Francis 1872,Margaret Esther 1880,Leila May
1881 and Norman Trussel 1883.Napoleon died 25 Nov 1899 aged 59
years.
General Notes: Wife - Margaret FRANCIS
All information about margaret supplied by Doreen Rice
St Cath's House .Index of Births for March Qtr.1840
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Margaret Francis, only daughter of George Francis was most
meticulous in keeping records in the form of personal diaries and
marking artifacts ith dates and places of origin.
This is invaluable in piecing together the life and times of
Margaret and her family.
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FRANCIS Margaret Tynemouth xxv 408
Obituary in Port Macquarie News 14th.January 1933
Mrs.M.WILSON
Mrs. Margaret Wilson,who passed away at her home at "Douglas Vale"
on 22nd.December,in her 93rd year,was born at North
Shields,Northumberland,England,on February 29th.1840.,and came to
Australia at the age of four years,in the ship "Templar",with her
parents,Mr. and Mrs. George Francis,her step -brother
(Mr.G.D.Dodds, Miss Dodds' father),her step sister (the late Mrs
Pidding,of Maitland),and other members of Mr. Francis' family.The
Harris family, so well known in Sydney, also came out in the same
ship to inherit the Ultimo estate. After a voyage of four months
the Templar arrived in Sydney Cove in August 1844. Mrs Wilson could
remember the voyage out,and could relate many incidents that
transpired before leaving the home land,among them buying
toys,etc.,in a tunnel under the River Thames.
The family lived in Sydney for 3 years and came to Port
macquarie in 1847. In 1849 her father set out for the Californian
gold field,"Death Valley",mentioned in Zane Gray's book,"The
Wanderer of the Wasteland", but was taken ill at California, and
was obliged to return to Port Macquarie before reaching the gold
field,where many miners perished.On his way back to Australia in
the "Rosetta Joseph",he was shipwrecked on Elizabeth Reef. The crew
and passengers had to take to open boats, and drifted about for
eight days and nine nights,until eventually they struck the coast
near Port Macquarie.When drifting about at sea a box of
gold,insured for 30,000 pounds,had to be thrown out of the boat to
lighten it. Mrs Wilson was a little girl of nine ,and
remembered the incident clearly,and watched the landing with great
interest,but did not know her father was in one of the boats until
the occupants landed. It was a great shock to her and to her
mother. She could relate the whole history of the wreck of the
"Wanderer"as she witnessed the occurence,also the tragic wreck of
the famous "Dunbar" at (here there is another article copied over
the initial item about Margaret Francis) it continues : from the
age of 14 to 19 years ,on the gold diggings. At that timea 2lb loaf
of bread was 2 shillings and sixpence.The family returned to Port
Macquarie,and her father purchased the land ,then standing
scrub,and named it "Douglas Vale",after the historic Douglas,his
wife,whose maiden name was Douglas,being a direct descendant.
In July 1862,the family went to live at "Douglas Vale" and
Mrs Wilson had lived there continuously ever since - over 70 years
in the same house.
Mr Francis concentrated upon the production of the Isabella
grape at Douglas Vale,and formed one of the finest of many
vineyards around the district. The vines were most carefully
tended,and kept scrupulously clean,but he failed to bring to
perfection the white grape,although promising well in the early
stages,with beautifully developed bunches. Mr. Francis was an
exhibitor of the Isabella wine at Bordeaux,at the Colonial and
Indian Exhibition,London,Amsterdam and Calcutta,India. At all of
which he won medals and prizes,the vintage being highly commended.
In 1869 Mrs Wilson married Mr. Napoleon Wilson, a grandson of
Lieut.Wilson, who figured in the early days of settlement, an
officer who laid out some of the pricipal streets of Port
Macquarie. He also proceeded to Rollands Plains with a regiment of
soldiers, and discovered the river,which he named "Wilson" after
himself and the tributary "Maria" after his wife,whom he married
in Portugal.
When a girl,Mrs Wilson,accompanied by her mother,was on her
way to Sydney to meet her father,when the vessel,"Elizabeth
Cohen",was nearly wrecked.She counted 13 vessels along the
coast,including the last named.The evening before a terrific gale
sprang up,and out of those 13 vessels,only three ever reached
Sydeney. Captain eastern was in command of the "Elizabeth Cohen".
Mrs.Wilson was also connected with Gregory Blaxland, of Blue
Mountain fame.
She was a skilled needlewoman,and only recently forwarded
some of her work to Government Hose fete for sale, and received a
letter of appreciation and thanks from Lady Game.
A full cup of sorrow fell to the lot of this fine old
lady-her husband predeceased her 30 years ago,George, the eldest
son,died nine years ago,and Norman,the youngest,15 months ago. Two
daughters,Mrs, E.H.Dick,and Mrs.W.Johnson,survive. There are 11
grand-children and 7 great-grand-children.
Mrs. Wilson was a dear old lady,of exceptional charm in her
entertaining conversation and general demeanour,had a wonderful
memory,well stored with 80 years of the world's doings;was a treat
to listen to in any review of the life of Queen Victoria;could
give data of notable events in the history of England,and,when
recording movements in the famous Battle of Waterloo,she was quite
arresting. She took a keen interest in in politics,and could
discuss public questions in a most able manner. Polar expeditions
absorbed herstudy,and their success or failure shared her applause
or sympathy. This was natural seeing her father,when a young
man,almost perished in Davis Strait,when the ship "Lady Jane"
wintered there,and 27 of the crew died from starvation. It was Mr.
Francis who first discovered a stream of water ,which led to
succour and safety.
The "going home" of Mrs.Wilson means an irreparable loss to
old acquantances in Port Macquarie,the town she loved so
dearly,but her friends rejoice to know that her passing was
beautifully calm,and that she saved even a semblance of pain.In a
moment she passed into the presence of the God she loved.
A large funeral cortege saw the last remains laid to rest
beside those of her late husband and sons, the Rev.Canon L.Gray
officiating.
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Details from Ship's Log
"TEMPLAR"
Report of ship arr'd at Port Jackson this 27th, day of August 1844
Vessel's Name ..........Templar
Tonnage.................565
Master's name...........William Evans - Brown
From Whence.............Cork
When Sailed.............16 May
Lading..................Merchandises
Agent...................Griffith Gore
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Cabin Passengers' Names
Dep'y ? General Ramsay
Mrs Ramsay 3 daughters and female Servant
Mr Collard
Mr Slatcher
Mr BDavidson
Mr Fripp
Dr.Williams Surgeon Superintendant
10 Cabin Passengers
Beer
242 Bounty Emmigrants and Crew
Steerage
83 Men }
78 Women } Bounty Migrants
39 Boys under 14 years }
42 Girls under 14 years }
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Had four children -see husbands notes
Husband Thomas PARR (details suppressed for this person)
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Wife Margaret E FRANCIS 186
AKA: Margaret E. FRANCIS 187
Born: Abt 1879 - Liverpool, , Lancashire, England
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Died: Abt 1960 - Wallasey, , Cheshire, England 187,854
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Father: John Thompson FRANCIS (1846-1902) 186,187
Mother: Elizabeth POWELL (Abt 1849-1902) 186,187
Noted events in her life were:
• Fact 4, Fact 4 Residence
• Alt. Birth 187,854, New Brighton UK; 0, 14 Aug 1878
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1 F Pyliss PARR 186
Born: 1907
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2 M Reginald PARR 186,187
Born: - England 187,854
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Spouse: Jessie WEAVER ( -1999) 186,187
Marr: 1937 - Wallasey, , Cheshire, England 187,854
3 F Phyllis PARR 186,187
Born: Abt 1907 - Birkenhead, , Cheshire, England 187,854
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General Notes: Wife - Margaret E FRANCIS
In the 1881 Census (RG11/3589F52)(No copy) she is shown aged 2, born Liverpool, living with her mother and siblings.
[Neil.FTW]
27 DEC 1999 3:59PM
Extract from letter to Neil Francis from Margaret Gifford dated 10
Nov 1999. (11 Orchard Court,Laburnum Wal;k, Stonehouse Glos GL 10
NR
"Margaret Francis (always known as Maggie) Born 14 August 1878
died about 1960+
Married Thomas Parr about 1906 Lived at 2 Poplar Terrace
They had two children
Phyllis born about 1907 died 1975
Reginald died 1980, married Jessie Weaver.
they had one daughter Jennifer born c.1939 or 1940
Still lives at 62 Belvedere Road Wallacy.
Maggie kept house for her sister and brothers after their parents
died.
Maggie and my mother (Edith,) used to speak of "Great Aunt Martha"
who lived in Rodney Street in Liverpool. I think I visited her when
I was a very little girl (probably less than 8 or 9) I'm not sure if
she was my mother's Great Aunt or mine!"
General Notes: Child - Reginald PARR
[Neil.FTW]
27 DEC 1999 4:29PM
Letter Margaret Gifford to Neil Francis dated 10 Nov 1999
"Reginald Parr was also a Freemason of the WARREN LODGE Wallasey.
If any of the family members would like to visit them at sometime I
can supply the necessary information (one of my neighboiurs here is
a Freemason and has it in his little black book!)
Warren Lodge No 1267
Secretary A. Henwood, 42 Holmville Roasd, Bebington,Wirral L63 2PZ"
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Wife Margaret Ellen FRANCIS 186
Born: 16 Feb 1882 - Liverpool, , Lancashire, England
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Father: Isaac FRANCIS (Abt 1855-1905) 186
Mother: Janet HODGSON (1858-1934) 186
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General Notes: Wife - Margaret Ellen FRANCIS
All info supplied by Doreen Rice. She was born 19th February 1882 at Toxteth Park and died the same place in 1895.
St Jam,es Parish Register Toxteth Park
Page 211 # 1626 Reuben of Isaac Janet Francis
1 Ct 9 house Bk Chester St Sailmaker by T D Lovelace
and # 1627 Margaret Ellen of Isaac and Janet twins
Husband Eric RACE (details suppressed for this person)
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Mother: Eleanor
Father: Joseph William FRANCIS (1881- )
Mother: Eleanor (Nellie)
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1 M Gordon RACE 186,187
Born: 22 Oct 1948
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2 M Ian Christopher RACE (details suppressed for this person)
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3 F Jill Patricia RACE (details suppressed for this person)
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Wife Margie FRANCIS (details suppressed for this person)
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Father: John FRANCIS (1896-1972)
Mother: Ellen LONGER
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Wife Maria FRANCIS 186
Born: Bef 3 Dec 1787 - Ulting, Essex, England
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Father: Robert FRANCIS (Bef 1736-1809) 186
Mother: Mary POLLEY (Bef 1749-1831) 186
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Wife Marjorie Clara FRANCIS (details suppressed for this person)
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Mother: Marion COX (1891- )
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Husband Mark John Merrie FRANCIS (details suppressed for this person)
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Father: Neil FRANCIS (1939-2001)
Mother: Christine Mary TISLEY
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Wife Martha FRANCIS 186
Born: 1896
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Father: Isaac FRANCIS (Abt 1855-1905) 186
Mother: Janet HODGSON (1858-1934) 186
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General Notes: Wife - Martha FRANCIS
All information supplied by Doreen Rice. She was born 22nd June 1896 at Toxteth Park and died the same place in1899.
Parish register St James Toxteth Park Baptisms for 1896
Page 90 # 718 born June 22 Bapt July 8th
Martha Dau of Isaac & Janet Francis 7 Penrith Street Sailmaker
E Lovelace
Husband Robert PEARSON 186
Born: Abt 1860 - Liverpool, , Lancashire, England
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Wife Martha FRANCIS 186
Born: Abt 1865 - Liverpool, , Lancashire, England
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Father: Ephraim FRANCIS (1824-1895) 186
Mother: Margaret THOMPSON (Abt 1827-1895) 186
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• Fact 3, Fact 3 Occupation
• Fact 4, Fact 4 Residence
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General Notes: Husband - Robert PEARSON
In the 1891 Census (RG12/2924F90)(No copy) Robert is shown aged 31 born Liverpool living at the same address as his is laws (and as shown on the will mentioned below). Also at the address is a James Pearson aged 33, a lodger. This could well be a brother.
Originally came to notice as a result of his father-in-laws will, made in August 1894 and proved in February 1896, where Robert is shown as one of the executors, living at the same address as his father-in-law and an omnibus driver. However, he receives no legacy(Doc402).
General Notes: Wife - Martha FRANCIS
In the 1871 Census (RG10/3794F138)(No copy) she is shown aged 6 born Liverpool, living with her parents and siblings.
In the 1881 Census (RG11/3635F106) she is shown aged 16 living with her parents.
In the 1891 Census (RG12/2924F90)(No copy) Martha is shown born Liverpool but incorrectly as a lodger aged 36 instead as wife of 26 years. She is living with her husband. Also living at the same address are her parents and a Sarah Catterall, shown as a niece to her husband, aged 6. This could well be her own niece, the daughter of her sister Margaret, who married a Cathrell and had a daughter Sarah about that age.
In her aunt's will (Sarah Feilde nee Francis 1816-1894) made in July 1891 and proved in July 1894 she is named as Martha Pearson, the child of Ephraim Francis and left a part share of the residue (Doc 401).
In the will of her father, made in August 1894 and proved in February 1896, she is named as Martha Pearson and appears to be living with her parents as well as her husband. She is left a legacy of £10, plus one eight day clock in a mahogany case and a vase of Dresden ware. Her husband is one of the executors (Doc402).