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I'm struggling with an image on 1861 and I'd really appreciate any thoughts please. Ann Earwaker, b1820, Hambledon, Hampshire. In 1861, in the county of Somerset. Firstly, am I right in thinking Ann's occupation is 'Laundress' The chap at the end, transcribed Henry Matthews, do you agree his first name reads Henry? I'm not 100%. Relationship states brother in law. Ann hasn't been put down as 'Head' (husband is away being a butler in Walcot) I'm hoping Ann was a Matthews as found a marriage that fits. Am I therefore correct in assuming the relationship 'brother-in-law' refers to the actual 'Head' that is away, thus confirming he is Ann's brother? Also, he was born in Hambledon, the same as Ann. Henry has been transcribed as being 19, to me it looks more like 29 - what do you think? Lastly, his occupation reads ? Maker - any ideas folks? Sorry for waffling and I hope I at least make a bit of sense! Many Thanks Helen

Is it definitely 1861? I can't find her. Got her now. I'll have a look. Yes, I think you are right. Launderess, and I would imagine that the brother-in-law would be Ann's brother. Not too sure about Henry's age. I think it could be 19, as the one looks more like the one's in someone else's age further up the page who is 11, and not so much like the other twos on the page. Kath. x

Hi Kath, Well I did just have to double check (lol!!!) but yes, it's definitely the 1861. Does this help? Piece - 1689 Folio - 102 Page 10

Cheers Kath. Do you also think it definitely says Henry aged 19? I think possibly Henry but more like 29. Helen x

See above - I've updated my reply. Kath. x

Thanks for your help Kath - you don't fancy a stab at his occupation do you?? I keep seeing Harness Maker but I could be completely wrong!

I think it possible there is a big age difference between Ann and Henry, as that would be a reason for him living with her - perhaps the parents are dead. Kath. x

Yes, I think you are right with Harness maker. I can't make anything else out of it. Kath. x

Thanks for your help tonight Kath, I appreciate it x

Helen I think he was 19 on the 1861 census because this looks like him in 1851...... Ann Matthews abt 1799 Eastmeon, Hampshire, England Head Hambledon Hampshire Henry Matthews abt 1842 Hambledon, Hampshire, England Son Hambledon Hampshire Source information: HO107/1676 Registration district: Droxford Sub-registration district: Bishops Waltham ED, institution, or vessel: 3a Folio: 330 Page: 26 (click to see others on page) Household schedule number: 86 GSU Number: 193584 Georgina.