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Thomas Dowling1

M, #59326, b. before 7 June 1846, d. DECEASED
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Father*James Dowling (b. before 1814, d. DECEASED)
Mother*Sally Glennan (b. before 1814, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathThomas Dowling died DECEASED.
BirthHe was born before 7 June 1846 in Coolehan, Rathangan, Kildare, Ireland. Note: "Coolihan" (place not found.)1

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • 1846
    Birth
    Before 7 June 1846 | Coolehan, Rathangan, Kildare, Ireland
    Thomas Dowling was born before 7 June 1846 in Coolehan, Rathangan, Kildare, Ireland. Note: "Coolihan" (place not found.)
    Citation: 1
  • 1846
    Baptism
    7 June 1846 | Rathangan, Kildare, IrelandG
    He was baptised on 7 June 1846 in Rathangan, Kildare, IrelandG.
    Citation: 1
  • 1846
    Religious Affiliation
    7 June 1846 | IrelandG
    Roman Catholic on 7 June 1846 in IrelandG.
    Citation: 1

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    DECEASED

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • National Origin
    The national origin of Thomas Dowling was Irish.
    Citation: 1
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study Thomas Dowling has the reference number 59326.
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EthnicityIrish
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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Ireland, Kildare - ALL
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  1. [S6578] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=IRE%2FPRS%2FMICROFILM04207-09%2F0025&parentid=IRE%2FPRS%2FBAP%2F5244457,
    Repository: National Library of Ireland (NLI),
    Citation Detail: Baptism of DOWLING, THOS in Kildare and Rathangan parish, Kildare, Ireland on 7 June 1846; to Parents: Jas Dowling & Sally Glenan; Sponsors: Jas McCann & Biddy Fanile; Page notes: "Coolehan",
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 6 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=IRE/PRS/BAP/5244457. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Ellen Deneher1

F, #59327, b. before 19 May 1846, d. DECEASED
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Father*Patrick Deneher (b. before 1824, d. DECEASED)
Mother*Anne Dowling (b. before 1824, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathEllen Deneher died DECEASED.
BirthShe was born before 19 May 1846 in Grange, Cloncurry, Kildare, Ireland.1

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • 1846
    Birth
    Before 19 May 1846 | Grange, Cloncurry, Kildare, Ireland
    Citation: 1
  • 1846
    Baptism
    19 May 1846 | Rathangan, Kildare, IrelandG
    Ellen Deneher was baptised on 19 May 1846 in Rathangan, Kildare, IrelandG.
    Citation: 1
  • 1846
    Religious Affiliation
    19 May 1846 | IrelandG
    Roman Catholic on 19 May 1846 in IrelandG.
    Citation: 1

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    DECEASED

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • National Origin
    The national origin of Ellen Deneher was Irish.
    Citation: 1
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study Ellen Deneher has the reference number 59327.
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EthnicityIrish
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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This person appears in the following lists:-
Ireland - ALL
Ireland, Kildare - ALL
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  1. [S6578] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=IRE%2FPRS%2FMICROFILM04207-09%2F0025&parentid=IRE%2FPRS%2FBAP%2F5244457,
    Repository: National Library of Ireland (NLI),
    Citation Detail: Baptism of DENAHER, ELLEN in Kildare and Rathangan parish, Kildare, Ireland on 19 May 1846; to Parents: Pat Denaher & Ann Dowling; Sponsors: Jno & ? Laghlin ; Page notes: "Grange",
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 6 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=IRE/PRS/BAP/5248909. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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James Dowling1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9

M, #59328, b. 27 December 1881, d. between October and December 1964
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Father*John Dowling (b. 1843, d. between October and December 1896)
Mother*Mary Magrath (b. 1848, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathJames Dowling died between October and December 1964, in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Age: 82; Formerly: Lancashire; Index: Rochdale - 1964 Oct-Dec; Volume 10F, Page 392.6
BirthHe was born on 27 December 1881 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: (ESTIMATE: Before Baptism.)10
MarriageHe and Bridget Hannan were married on 7 August 1915 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG, Roman Catholic Church of St Patrick Rochdale; Index: Rochdale - 1915 Jul-Sep Volume 8E; Page number 110.7


Census Summary

1890
Census
5 Apr 18912
1900
Census
31 Mar 19018
1910
Census
2 Apr 19113
1920
Census
19 Jun 19214
1930
Census
26 Apr 1931
Census
29 Sep 19395

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • Name Jacobus Dowling
    Citations: 10,11
  • Event or Activity
    Between January and March 1953 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    James Dowling was in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG, between January and March 1953. Note: (Death of wife Bridget Dowling.)
    Citation: 12
  • TIMELINE
    Between 1 July and 18 November 1916 | France
    World War 1 - Battle of Somme rages with heavy British casualties (95,675 killed or missing) in France on between 1 July and 18 November 1916.
  • TIMELINE
    Between 8 August and 9 November 1888 | Whitechapel, Tower Hamlets, London, England
    Jack the Ripper murders terrorise London's East End. in Whitechapel, Tower Hamlets, London, England, on between 8 August and 9 November 1888.
  • Birth
    Between October and December 1882 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    He was born between October and December 1882 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Index: Rochdale - 1882 Oct-Dec Volume 8E Page 62.
    Citations: 1,6
  • Residence
    Between October and December 1964 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Citation: 6
  • Military
    Between 9 October and 6 November 1917 | Curragh, Ballysax, Kildare, Ireland
    Military Hospital re varicose veins.
    Citation: 9
  • TIMELINE
    Between 009 and 12 March 1891 | EnglandG
    South & West England – Great Blizzard causes 220 deaths and sinks 14 ships. in EnglandG, on between 009 and 12 March 1891.
  • 1881
    Birth
    27 December 1881 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    He was born on 27 December 1881 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: (ESTIMATE: Before Baptism.)
    Citation: 10
  • 1882
    Baptism
    14 January 1882 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    He was baptised on 14 January 1882 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG.
    Citation: 10
  • 1882
    Religious Affiliation
    14 January 1882 | EnglandG
    Roman Catholic on 14 January 1882 in EnglandG.
    Citation: 10
  • 1883
    Birth
    27 December 1883 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    He was born on 27 December 1883 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Lancashire.
    Citations: 2,5,8,9
  • 1884
    Birth
    1884 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    He was born in 1884 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: "Rochdale Lancs."
    Citations: 3,4
  • 1884
    TIMELINE
    6 December 1884 | United Kingdom
    Third Reform Act passed, extending the vote to rural male householders hitherto unable to vote. in United Kingdom on 6 December 1884.
  • 1885
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1885 | Khatoum, Sudan
    British troops, including Dowlings, occupy Khartoum; General Gordon killed during Mahdist uprising. in Khatoum, Sudan, on 1 January 1885.
  • 1886
    TIMELINE
    July 1886 | London, EnglandG
    London matchgirls, including Dowlings, strike for better working conditions, a landmark in labour activism. in London, EnglandG, on July 1886.
  • 1887
    TIMELINE
    21 June 1887 | British Empire
    Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee celebrated across the empire. in British Empire on 21 June 1887.
  • 1888
    TIMELINE
    6 October 1888 | United Kingdom
    First recorded use of fingerprinting in a UK criminal case. in United Kingdom on 6 October 1888.
  • 1889
    TIMELINE
    May 1889 | United Kingdom
    Dockers’ Strike begins in London, demanding fair wages and union recognition. in United Kingdom on May 1889.
  • 1890
    TIMELINE
    July 1890 | United Kingdom
    Housing of the Working Classes Act passed, enabling slum clearance and council housing. in United Kingdom on July 1890.
  • 1891
    Residence
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Detail: 9, Sam Street, Wardleworth.
    Citation: 2
  • 1891
    Occupation
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Scholar.
    Citation: 2
  • 1891
    Census
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 8; Relationship to Head: Son.
    Citation: 2
  • 1891
    TIMELINE
    May 1891 | United Kingdom
    Elementary Education Act raises school leaving age to 11. Also, throught year contimued expansion of public health and sanitation infrastructure. in United Kingdom on May 1891.
  • 1897
    TIMELINE
    22 June 1897 | EnglandG
    Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee celebrated with parades and public festivities. in EnglandG, on 22 June 1897.
  • 1898
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1898 | United Kingdom
    Workmen’s Compensation Act comes into effect, offering protection for injured workers; hitherto no compensation. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1898.
  • 1898
    TIMELINE
    11 October 1898 | London, EnglandG
    First motor bus service begins operation.. in London, EnglandG, on 11 October 1898.
  • 1899
    TIMELINE
    11 October 1899 | South Africa
    Second Boer War begins; British troops deployed from across the UK. in South Africa on 11 October 1899.
  • 1901
    TIMELINE
    22 January 1901 | United Kingdom
    Death of Queen Victoria (Queen from 20 June 1837); Edward VII becomes king. in United Kingdom on 22 January 1901.
  • 1901
    Census
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 18; Marital status: Unmarried; Relationship to Head: Visitor.
    Citation: 8
  • 1901
    Residence
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 11, Jermyn Street.
    Citation: 8
  • 1901
    Occupation
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Bricklayers apprentice.
    Citation: 8
  • 1901
    TIMELINE
    12 December 1901 | United Kingdom
    Cornwall/Newfoundland – Marconi transmits first transatlantic wireless signal, revolutionising global communication in United Kingdom on 12 December 1901.
  • 1902
    TIMELINE
    31 May 1902 | South Africa
    Second Boer War ends with Treaty of Vereeniging; many British families affected by military service. in South Africa on 31 May 1902.
  • 1903
    TIMELINE
    23 October 1903 | London, EnglandG
    Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU) founded by Emmeline Pankhurst, launching the suffragette movement. in London, EnglandG, on 23 October 1903.
  • 1904
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1904 | United Kingdom
    Midwives Act comes into force, regulating midwifery and improving maternal care. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1904.
  • 1906
    TIMELINE
    March 1906 | United Kingdom
    School Meals Act passed, allowing local authorities to provide free meals to needy children. in United Kingdom on March 1906.
  • 1907
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1907 | United Kingdom
    Probation of Offenders Act introduces probation as an alternative to prison. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1907.
  • 1908
    TIMELINE
    1 April 1908 | United Kingdom
    Old Age Pensions Act passed, providing pensions to people over 70. in United Kingdom on 1 April 1908.
  • 1910
    TIMELINE
    6 May 1910 | United Kingdom
    King Edward VII dies; George V ascends the throne. in United Kingdom on 6 May 1910.
  • 1910
    TIMELINE
    18 November 1910 | United Kingdom
    Black Friday suffragette protest leads to violent clashes with police. in United Kingdom on 18 November 1910.
  • 1911
    Occupation
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Bricklayer.
    Citation: 3
  • 1911
    Residence
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 46 Upper George St Rochdale, Rochdale, Lancashire, England.
    Citation: 3
  • 1911
    Census
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 27; Marital status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Brother.
    Citation: 3
  • 1913
    TIMELINE
    4 June 1913 | Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG
    British Suffragette Emily Wilding Davison dies after stepping in front of the King's horse, (incidently she also hid in cupboard to avoid 1911 census). in Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG, on 4 June 1913.
  • 1914
    TIMELINE
    28 June 1914 | Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
    World War 1 starts, following the assassination at Sarajevo, with Austria-Hungary declaring war on Serbia in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, on 28 June 1914.
  • 1914
    TIMELINE
    4 August 1914 | United Kingdom
    UK declares war on Germany - start of World War I in United Kingdom on 4 August 1914.
  • 1915
    Marriage | Bridget Hannan
    7 August 1915 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Bridget Hannan
    Age 33
    Birth on 28 January 1882 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Death: between January and March 1953 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    He and Bridget Hannan were married on 7 August 1915 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG, Roman Catholic Church of St Patrick Rochdale; Index: Rochdale - 1915 Jul-Sep Volume 8E; Page number 110.
    Citation: 7
  • 1915
    Residence
    7 August 1915 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: (at marriage to Bridget Hannan.)
    Citations: 7,11
  • 1915
    Military
    9 December 1915 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Attestation/Enlistment.
    Citation: 9
  • 1915
    Military
    10 December 1915
    Transferred to Army Reserve.
    Citation: 9
  • 1916
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1916 | United Kingdom
    Military Service Act introduces conscription for men aged 18 to 41. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1916.
  • 1917
    Residence
    Before 12 February 1917 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 46 Hanover Street.
    Citation: 9
  • 1917
    Occupation
    Before 12 February 1917 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Bricklayer.
    Citation: 9
  • 1917
    Military
    12 February 1917 | Chatham, Kent, EnglandG
    Age: 31; Mobilised.
    Citation: 9
  • 1917
    Description
    12 February 1917 | Chatham, Kent, EnglandG
    Described as: Height: 5' 6"; Chest: 32" plus 3"; Distinctive Marks: None.
    Citation: 9
  • 1917
    Military ID
    12 February 1917 | Chatham, Kent, EnglandG
    Issued Regimental or Serial Number: Service number: 241378.
    Citation: 9
  • 1917
    Military
    12 February 1917 | Chatham, Kent, EnglandG
    Service:British Army.
    Citation: 9
  • 1917
    Military
    28 February 1917 | Chatham, Kent, EnglandG
    Transferred to 414 Lowland Field Company.
    Citation: 9
  • TIMELINE
    Between 1918 and 1920 | World
    Flu Pandemic - Many deaths among civilian (Worldwide: 17 to 100 million estimate; UK: .228 million estimate) in World on between 1918 and 1920.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    6 February 1918 | United Kingdom
    Representation of the People Act grants vote to 'some' women over 30. in United Kingdom on 6 February 1918.
  • 1918
    Military
    23 May 1918 | Dublin, IrelandG
    B1.
    Citation: 9
  • 1918
    Medical
    23 May 1918 | Bury, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Condition: Varicose veins both legs; deformed toes slight left foot; defective teeth; defoirmes little finger left hand; deformed first finger right hand.
    Citation: 9
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    11 November 1918 | World
    World War 1 ends with millions dead and armistice in Germany in World on 11 November 1918.
  • 1918
    Military
    28 December 1918 | Curragh, Ballysax, Kildare, Ireland
    Medical examination - "I do not claim to be suffering from a disability due to my military service."
    Citation: 9
  • 1919
    Military
    10 October 1919 | Prees Heath, Shropshire, EnglandG
    Discharge.
    Citation: 9
  • 1919
    Military
    11 October 1919
    Theatre of War: Irish.
    Citation: 9
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    19 July 1920 | United Kingdom
    Irish Republican Army attacks intenify, including in England, as the Irish War of Independence begins. in United Kingdom on 19 July 1920.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    8 August 1920 | United Kingdom
    Education Act raises school leaving age to 14 years. in United Kingdom on 8 August 1920.
  • 1921
    Census
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 37 years, 6 months; Marital status: Married; Relationship to Head: Head.
    Citation: 4
  • 1921
    Residence
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: Lancashire; 46 Hanover Street; Parish: Rochdale.
    Citation: 4
  • 1921
    Occupation
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    J E Rangley (468): Bricklayer; Ashford Road, Redditch.
    Citation: 4
  • 1921
    TIMELINE
    19 June 1921 | United Kingdom
    1921 Census conducted. Includes employment, industry, and household structure; vital for postwar family reconstruction. in United Kingdom on 19 June 1921.
  • 1922
    TIMELINE
    15 November 1922 | London, EnglandG
    BBC begins regular radio broadcasts. Families gather around wireless sets; new era of domestic entertainment begins. in London, EnglandG, on 15 November 1922.
  • 1925
    TIMELINE
    28 October 1925 | United Kingdom
    Coal miners strike over wage reductions. Widespread hardship and food shortages in mining communities documented in local papers. in United Kingdom on 28 October 1925.
  • 1926
    TIMELINE
    1 May 1926 | United Kingdom
    General Strike begins. Over 1.5 million workers walk out; transport and industry disrupted nationwide for nine days. in United Kingdom on 1 May 1926.
  • 1929
    TIMELINE
    7 June 1929 | United Kingdom
    Labour Party wins general election. Ramsay MacDonald forms government; growing working-class political engagement. in United Kingdom on 7 June 1929.
  • 1929
    TIMELINE
    24 October 1929 | World
    Wall Street and Global stock market crash. Economic depression leads to rising unemployment and hardship in British households. in World on 24 October 1929.
  • 1930
    TIMELINE
    1930 | United Kingdom
    Slum clearance programmes begin. Many families relocated to new council estates; living conditions slowly improve. in United Kingdom on 1930.
  • 1931
    Census
    26 April 1931 | United Kingdom
    Enumerated on the census as James Dowling may have been enumerated in the 1931 census but the records were destroyed in a fire in 1942.
  • 1932
    TIMELINE
    1932 | Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, England
    Shipyard closure triggers mass unemployment. Community experiences long-term poverty and hardship. in Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, England, on 1932.
  • 1936
    TIMELINE
    5 October 1936 | Jarrow, England
    Jarrow March begins. 200 men walk to London in protest of unemployment; event receives national attention and sympathy. in Jarrow, England, on 5 October 1936.
  • 1937
    TIMELINE
    12 May 1937 | London, EnglandG
    Coronation of King George VI. Nationwide celebrations; street parties and commemorative souvenirs bring communities together. in London, EnglandG, on 12 May 1937.
  • 1938
    TIMELINE
    30 September 1938 | United Kingdom
    Munich Agreement signed. “Peace for our time” declared; families quietly begin preparing for possible war. in United Kingdom on 30 September 1938.
  • 1939
    TIMELINE
    1 September 1939 | United Kingdom
    Operation Pied Piper begins. Over 1 million children evacuated from cities; families divided as war approaches. in United Kingdom on 1 September 1939.
  • 1939
    TIMELINE
    3 September 1939 | United Kingdom
    Britain declares war on Germany. Start of WWII; blackout rules enforced, gas masks issued, rationing begins. in United Kingdom on 3 September 1939.
  • 1939
    Occupation
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Bricklayer.
    Citation: 5
  • 1939
    Census
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 55(57); Marital status: Married; Relation to Head: Head.
    Citation: 5
  • 1939
    Residence
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 46 Hanover Street, Rochdale.
    Citation: 5

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    Between October and December 1964 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    James Dowling died between October and December 1964, in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Age: 82; Formerly: Lancashire; Index: Rochdale - 1964 Oct-Dec; Volume 10F, Page 392.
    Citation: 6

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • National Origin
    The national origin of James Dowling was English.
    Citations: 1,2,3,4,8,9
  • 1917
    Next of Kin
    Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Citation: 9
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study James Dowling has the reference number 59328.
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EthnicityEnglish
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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Census 1891 England
Census 1901 England
Census 1911 England
Census/Register 1939 England
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England - All
England, Kent - ALL
England, Lancashire - ALL
England, London - ALL
England, Shropshire - ALL
England, Surrey - ALL
England, Tyne and Wear - ALL
France
Ireland - ALL
Ireland, Dublin - ALL
Ireland, Kildare - ALL
Military Service
World War 1
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  1. [S3654] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FB%2F1882%2F4%2FAZ%2F000157&parentid=BMD%2FB%2F1882%2F4%2FAZ%2F000157%2F046,
    Repository: United Kingdom General Register Office,
    Citation Detail: Birth of DOWLING, JAMES; Apparent Gender: Male; Mother's maiden name: McGrath; in Rochdale, Lancashire, England;Index: Rochdale - 1882 Oct-Dec Volume 8E Page 62,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/B/1882/4/AZ/000157/046. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  2. [S2536] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1891%2F3336%2F0192&parentid=GBC%2F1891%2F0023081021,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JOHN household of Wardleworth, Rochdale, Wardleworth, Lancashire, England; , Enumeration district: 7, Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale, Ecclesiastical parish or district: St Marys, Archive reference: RG12, Piece number: 3336, Folio: 93, Page: 12, Schedule: 53; Record ID: GBC/1891/0023081021; Across two pages; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place John Dowling Head Married Male 48 1843 Railway porter Ireland Mary Dowling Wife Married Female 39 1852 - Ireland Anne Dowling Daughter Single Female 22 1869 Tailors machinist Gibraltar Mary Dowling Daughter Single Female 21 1870 Cotton winder China Catherine Dowling Daughter Single Female 16 1875 Cotton winder South Africa Frederick Dowling Son - Male 14 1877 Eyelet maker Manchester, Lancashire, England William Dowling Son - Male 10 1881 Scholar Rochdale, Lancashire, England James Dowling Son - Male 8 1883 Scholar Rochdale, Lancashire, England Lawrence Dowling Son - Male 1 1890 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1891/0023081021. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  3. [S1977] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1911%2FRG14%2F24664%2F0551&parentid=GBC%2F1911%2FRG14%2F24664%2F0551%2F4,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, FREDERICK household of Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Piece number: 24664;Schedule: 276; Record ID: GBC/1911/RG14/24664/0551/1; First name(s) Last name Relationship to head Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place Frederick Dowling Brother Single Male 34 1877 Labourer general Salford Lancs Catherine Dowling Sister Single Female 36 1875 Cotton operative weaver Africa Resident James Dowling Brother Single Male 27 1884 Bricklayer Rochdale Lancs Lawrence Dowling Brother Single Male 21 1890 Labourer bricklayers Rochdale Lancs,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1911/RG14/24664/0551/1. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  4. [S4806] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20028%2F0129&parentid=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20028%2F0129%2F01,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JAMES household of 46 Hanover Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, England; , Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale PBFolio: ; Page: ; Record ID: GBC/1921/RG15/20028/0129/01; Registration district number: 470; Sub-district number: 5; Enumeration district number: 14; Archive series: RG 15; Piece number: 20028; Schedule number: 64; Schedule type code: E; Schedule type: England household, single page, 10 entries; District reference: RD 470 RS 5 ED 14; First name(s) Last name Relationship to head Sex Birth year Age in years Birth place Occupation Employer James Dowling Head Male 1884 37 Rochdale, Lancashire, England Bricklayer J E Rangley Bridget Dowling Wife Female 1882 39 Rochdale, Lancashire, England Home Duties -,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 8 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1921 Census Of England & Wales | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1921/RG15/20028/0129/01. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  5. [S2510] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=TNA%2FR39%2F4586%2F4586H%2F004&parentid=TNA%2FR39%2F4586%2F4586H%2F004%2F10,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JAMES household of 46 Hanover Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, Lancashire, England; Archive reference: RG101/4586H/004/10, Piece number: 4586H, E D letter code: NNAQ, Item number: 4, Line number: 10, Record ID: TNA/R39/4586/4586H/004/10, Schedule: 34, Schedule Sub Number: 1; ; First name(s) Last name(s) Birth date Sex Occupation Marital status Schedule Schedule sub number James Dowling 27 Dec 1883 Male Bricklayer Married 34 1 Bridget Dowling 28 Jan 1882 Female Unpaid Domestic House Keeper Married 34 2,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 8 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1921 Census Of England & Wales | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=TNA/R39/4586/4586H/004/10. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1939-ENG-Dowling-James-1883-Lancashire-Lancashire-Rochdale-C-B-A
  6. [S4807] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FD%2F1964%2F4%2FAZ%2F000224&parentid=BMD%2FD%2F1964%2F4%2FAZ%2F000224%2F164,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Death of DOWLING, JAMES in Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Age: 82; 1882; Index: Rochdale - 1964 Oct-Dec; 1964- Volume 10F Page 392,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 8 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1921 Census Of England & Wales | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/D/1964/4/AZ/000224/164. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  7. [S3652] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FM%2F1915%2F3%2FAZ%2F000392&parentid=BMD%2FM%2F1915%2F3%2FAZ%2F000392%2F068,
    Repository: United Kingdom General Register Office,
    Citation Detail: Marriage of DOWLING, JAMES to BRIDGET HANNAN in Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Index: Rochdale - 1915 Jul-Sep Volume 8E; Page number 110,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 8 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/M/1915/3/AZ/000392/068. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  8. [S1583] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1901%2F3839-3841%2F0669&parentid=GBC%2F1901%2F0022163895,
    Citation Detail: Census for MCGRATH, MICHAEL J household of Rochdale, Lancashire, England; , Enumeration district: 14, Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale, Ecclesiastical parish or district: St James, Archive reference: RG13, Piece number: 3840, Folio: 142, Page: 31, Schedule: 229; Record ID: GBC/1901/0022163895; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place Michael J McGrath Head Married Male 26 1875 Grocer's assistant Ireland Mary McGrath Wife Married Female 29 1872 Cotton winder Rochdale, Lancashire, England James Dowling Visitor Single Male 18 1883 Bricklayers apprentice Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 8 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1901 England, Wales & Scotland Census | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1901/0022163895. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1901-ENG-McGrath-Michael-J-1875-Lancashire-Rochdale-A
  9. [S3883] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: First image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=gbm%2fwo363-4%2f007294899%2f00308&parentid=gbm%2fwo363-4%2f7294899%2f16%2f308,
    Citation Detail: Record for DOWLING, JAMES; Service number: 241378; of 17th Field Company, 414th (Lowland) Field Company, Royal Engineers; Age: 31; Born: 1886 in Lancashire, England; Residence town: Rochester; Rochdale; Year: 1917; Record ID: GBM/WO363-4/7294899/16/308,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 11 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: England Roman Catholic Parish Baptisms | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBM/WO363-4/7294899/16/308. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  10. [S6610] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: Not available as at 7 June 2026,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Baptism of DOWLING, JACOBUS in Rochdale, St Patrick parish, Lancashire on 1881; 14 January 1882; Father: Joannis & Mother: Mariae Dowling; Record ID: GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/BAP/0419719; Parish Baptism Page: 122,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/BAP/0419719. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).
  11. [S6616] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: Not available as at 11 June 2026,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Marriage of DOWLING, JACOBUS to BRIGID, HANNON in Rochdale, St Patrick parish, Lancashire, England, on 7 August 1915; Record ID: GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/MAR/0065181/1,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 11 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: England Roman Catholic Parish Baptisms | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/MAR/0065181/1. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).
  12. [S4807] SOURCE (Short):, Title: England, LANCASHIRE, "Civil Registration DEATH Index: 1837-Present", Citation Detail: Death of DOWLING, BRIDGET in Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Age: 70; 1883; Index: Rochdale - 1953 Jan-Mar; 1953- Volume 10F Page 415;
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John Dowling1,2,3,4,5

M, #59329, b. 1843, d. between October and December 1896
Family Explorer
Pedigree Link
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Father*Dowling (d. before 11 April 1867)
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Partner: Mary Magrath (b. 1848, d. DECEASED)

Children:

Daughter*Anne Dowling (b. 1869, d. between July and September 1909)
Daughter*Mary Dowling+ (b. 1870, d. DECEASED)
Son*John Dowling (b. 1872, d. between October and December 1881)
Daughter*Catherine Dowling (b. 31 July 1874, d. DECEASED)
Son*Frederick Berry Dowling (b. 25 August 1876, d. DECEASED)
Son*William Dowling (b. June 1880, d. between October and December 1896)
Son*James Dowling (b. 27 December 1881, d. between October and December 1964)
Daughter*Ellena Dowling (b. 6 December 1884, d. between April and June 1888)
Son*Lawrence Dowling+ (b. 31 March 1890, d. between October and December 1948)
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Vital Facts

DeathJohn Dowling died between October and December 1896, in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Age: 54; Formerly: Lancashire; Index: Rochdale - 1896 Oct-Dec; Volume 8E, Page 40.5
BirthHe was born in 1843 in IrelandG.1,3
MarriageHe and Mary Magrath were married on 11 April 1867 in Carrick-On-Suir, Tipperary, Ireland, Roman Catholic Chapel of Carrick on Suir; Groom: Age: 24, Bachelor; Bride: Age: 19, Spinster; Witnesses: George England & Catherine McGrath; Index: Carrick-On-Suir - 1867.3


Census Summary

1880
Census
3 Apr 18814
1890
Census
5 Apr 18911

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • Name Joannis Dowling
    Citation: 6
  • Residence
    Between April and June 1880 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: (Birth of son William Dowling.)
    Citation: 7
  • Event or Activity
    Between April and June 1888 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    John Dowling was in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG, between April and June 1888. Note: (Death of daughter Helen Dowling age 3.)
    Citation: 8
  • Residence
    Between April and June 1890 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: (Birth of son Lawrence Dowling.)
    Citation: 9
  • Residence
    Between July and September 1876 | Salford, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: (Birth of son Frederick Berry Dowling.)
    Citation: 10
  • TIMELINE
    Between 8 August and 9 November 1888 | Whitechapel, Tower Hamlets, London, England
    Jack the Ripper murders terrorise London's East End. in Whitechapel, Tower Hamlets, London, England, on between 8 August and 9 November 1888.
  • Event or Activity
    Between October and December 1881 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    He was in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG, between October and December 1881. Note: (Death of son John Dowling age 9.)
    Citation: 11
  • Residence
    Between October and December 1896 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Citation: 5
  • 1842
    Birth
    1842 | IrelandG
    Citations: 4,5
  • 1843
    Birth
    1843 | IrelandG
    Citations: 1,3
  • 1867
    Military
    Before 11 April 1867 | Cork, Cork, IrelandG
    Service: British Army.
    Citation: 3
  • 1867
    Marriage | Mary Magrath
    11 April 1867 | Carrick-On-Suir, Tipperary, Ireland
    Mary Magrath
    Age ~19
    Birth in 1848 | IrelandG
    Death: DECEASED
    He and Mary Magrath were married on 11 April 1867 in Carrick-On-Suir, Tipperary, Ireland, Roman Catholic Chapel of Carrick on Suir; Groom: Age: 24, Bachelor; Bride: Age: 19, Spinster; Witnesses: George England & Catherine McGrath; Index: Carrick-On-Suir - 1867.
    Citation: 3
  • 1867
    Religious Affiliation
    11 April 1867 | IrelandG
    Roman Catholic on 11 April 1867 in IrelandG.
    Citation: 3
  • 1867
    Occupation
    11 April 1867 | Cork, Cork, IrelandG
    Soldier.
    Citation: 3
  • 1867
    Residence
    11 April 1867 | Cork, Cork, IrelandG
    Detail: "Cork"; (Age: 24; at Marriage to Mary Mcgrath.)
    Citation: 3
  • 1874
    TIMELINE
    1 March 1874 | United Kingdom
    Factory Act (Health of Women etc.) – Limits working hours for women and children; raises minimum working age to 10. in United Kingdom on 1 March 1874.
  • 1878
    TIMELINE
    November 1878 | Afganistan
    Second Afghan War begins – Britain intervenes after diplomatic tensions with Russia and Afghanistan. British troops including Dowlings go to war. in Afganistan on November 1878.
  • 1879
    TIMELINE
    22 January 1879 | Africa
    Anglo-Zulu War – Conflict in South Africa; British forces, including Dowlings, ultimately defeat the Zulu Kingdom. in Africa on 22 January 1879.
  • 1880
    TIMELINE
    28 August 1880 | United Kingdom
    Elementary Education Act – Makes school attendance compulsory for children aged 5–10. in United Kingdom on 28 August 1880.
  • 1881
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1881 | Salford, Manchester, England
    Fenian dynamite campaign begins with a bombing at Salford barracks; one child killed. in Salford, Manchester, England, on 1 January 1881.
  • 1881
    TIMELINE
    17 January 1881 | EnglandG
    Severe blizzard hits southern Britain, disrupting transport and daily life. in EnglandG, on 17 January 1881.
  • 1881
    Residence
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Detail: Beer House, 49, High Street, Wardleworth.
    Citation: 4
  • 1881
    Census
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 39; Marital status: Married; Relation to Head: Head.
    Citation: 4
  • 1881
    Occupation
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Beer seller.
    Citation: 4
  • 1881
    TIMELINE
    27 April 1881 | Afghanistan
    British troops withdraw from Afghanistan, ending the Second Anglo-Afghan War. in Afghanistan on 27 April 1881.
  • 1881
    TIMELINE
    26 September 1881 | Godalming, Surrey, EnglandG
    Godalming becomes first town in England with electric street lighting. in Godalming, Surrey, EnglandG, on 26 September 1881.
  • 1882
    Residence
    14 January 1882 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: (Baptism of son Jacobus Dowling.)
    Citation: 6
  • Religious Affiliation
    Between 14 January 1882 and 11 January 1885 | EnglandG
    Roman Catholic between 14 January 1882 and 11 January 1885 in EnglandG.
    Citations: 6,12
  • 1882
    TIMELINE
    11 July 1882 | London, EnglandG
    Bombing in London’s Mansion House by Irish nationalists; part of the Fenian campaign. in London, EnglandG, on 11 July 1882.
  • 1883
    TIMELINE
    26 January 1883 | United Kingdom
    Married Women’s Property Act passed, allowing women to own property independently. in United Kingdom on 26 January 1883.
  • 1884
    TIMELINE
    6 December 1884 | United Kingdom
    Third Reform Act passed, extending the vote to rural male householders hitherto unable to vote. in United Kingdom on 6 December 1884.
  • 1884
    Residence
    6 December 1884 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: (Birth of daughter Helen Dowling.)
    Citations: 12,13
  • 1885
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1885 | Khatoum, Sudan
    British troops, including Dowlings, occupy Khartoum; General Gordon killed during Mahdist uprising. in Khatoum, Sudan, on 1 January 1885.
  • 1886
    TIMELINE
    July 1886 | London, EnglandG
    London matchgirls, including Dowlings, strike for better working conditions, a landmark in labour activism. in London, EnglandG, on July 1886.
  • 1887
    TIMELINE
    21 June 1887 | British Empire
    Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee celebrated across the empire. in British Empire on 21 June 1887.
  • 1888
    TIMELINE
    6 October 1888 | United Kingdom
    First recorded use of fingerprinting in a UK criminal case. in United Kingdom on 6 October 1888.
  • 1889
    TIMELINE
    May 1889 | United Kingdom
    Dockers’ Strike begins in London, demanding fair wages and union recognition. in United Kingdom on May 1889.
  • 1890
    TIMELINE
    July 1890 | United Kingdom
    Housing of the Working Classes Act passed, enabling slum clearance and council housing. in United Kingdom on July 1890.
  • 1891
    Residence
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Detail: 9, Sam Street, Wardleworth.
    Citation: 1
  • 1891
    Occupation
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Railway porter.
    Citation: 1
  • 1891
    Census
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 48; Marital status: Married; Relationship to Head: Head.
    Citation: 1

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    Between October and December 1896 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    John Dowling died between October and December 1896, in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Age: 54; Formerly: Lancashire; Index: Rochdale - 1896 Oct-Dec; Volume 8E, Page 40.
    Citation: 5

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • Associates
    John Dowling had the following associates: "George England & Catherine McGrath."
    Citation: 3
  • National Origin
    The national origin of John Dowling was Irish.
    Citations: 1,4
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study John Dowling has the reference number 59329.
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EthnicityIrish
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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  1. [S2536] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1891%2F3336%2F0192&parentid=GBC%2F1891%2F0023081021,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JOHN household of Wardleworth, Rochdale, Wardleworth, Lancashire, England; , Enumeration district: 7, Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale, Ecclesiastical parish or district: St Marys, Archive reference: RG12, Piece number: 3336, Folio: 93, Page: 12, Schedule: 53; Record ID: GBC/1891/0023081021; Across two pages; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place John Dowling Head Married Male 48 1843 Railway porter Ireland Mary Dowling Wife Married Female 39 1852 - Ireland Anne Dowling Daughter Single Female 22 1869 Tailors machinist Gibraltar Mary Dowling Daughter Single Female 21 1870 Cotton winder China Catherine Dowling Daughter Single Female 16 1875 Cotton winder South Africa Frederick Dowling Son - Male 14 1877 Eyelet maker Manchester, Lancashire, England William Dowling Son - Male 10 1881 Scholar Rochdale, Lancashire, England James Dowling Son - Male 8 1883 Scholar Rochdale, Lancashire, England Lawrence Dowling Son - Male 1 1890 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1891/0023081021. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  2. [S6611] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: Not availableasat7 June 2026,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Marriage of DOWLING, LAWRENCE to ALICE, WHIPP in Rochdale, St Patrick parish, Lancashire, England, on 7 August 1915; Residence: Rochdale; Spouse's residence: Rochdale; Record ID: GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/MAR/0066936/1,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/MAR/0066936/1. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).
  3. [S6612] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/marriage_returns/marriages_1867/11499/8228114.pdf,
    Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
    Citation Detail: Party 1 Name: DOWLING JOHN; Party 2 Name: MARY MCGRATH; Date of Event: 11 April 1867; Group Registration ID: 3029638; SR District Reg Area: Carrick-on-Suir; Image(s): ,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "View Record – Irish Genealogy"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).
  4. [S2523] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1881%2F4361638%2F00566&parentid=GBC%2F1881%2F0019029336,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JOHN household of Wardleworth, WardleworthLancashire, England; Archive reference: RG11; Piece number: 4113; Folio: 78; Page: 23; Schedule: 613; ; Record ID: GBC/1881/0019029336; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place John Dowling Head Married Male 39 1842 Beer seller Ireland Mary Dowling Wife Married Female 30 1851 - Ireland Annie Dowling Daughter Single Female 12 1869 Scholar Gibraltar Mary Dowling Daughter Single Female 10 1871 Scholar China John Dowling Son Single Male 9 1872 Scholar South Africa Catherine Dowling Daughter Single Female 6 1875 Scholar South Africa Fredrick Dowling Son Single Male 4 1877 Scholar Manchester, Lancashire, England William Dowling Son Single Male 0 1881 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 9 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1881 England, Wales & Scotland Census | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1881/0019029336. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1881-ENG-Dowling-John-1842-Lancashire-Rochdale-A
  5. [S4807] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FD%2F1896%2F4%2FAZ%2F000101&parentid=BMD%2FD%2F1896%2F4%2FAZ%2F000101%2F364,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Death of DOWLING, JOHN in Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Age: 54; 1842; Index: Rochdale - 1896 Oct-Dec; 1896- Volume 8E Page 40,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 10 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1891 England, Wales & Scotland Census | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/D/1896/4/AZ/000101/364. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  6. [S6610] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: Not available as at 7 June 2026,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Baptism of DOWLING, JACOBUS in Rochdale, St Patrick parish, Lancashire on 1881; 14 January 1882; Father: Joannis & Mother: Mariae Dowling; Record ID: GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/BAP/0419719; Parish Baptism Page: 122,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/BAP/0419719. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).
  7. [S3654] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Index: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FB%2F1880%2F2%2FAZ%2F000165&parentid=BMD%2FB%2F1880%2F2%2FAZ%2F000165%2F255,
    Repository: United Kingdom General Register Office,
    Citation Detail: Birth of DOWLING, WILLIAM; Apparent Gender: Male; Mother's maiden name: McGrath; in Rochdale, Lancashire, England;Index: Rochdale - 1880 Apr-Jun Volume 8E Page 62,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 11 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: England & Wales Births 1837-2006 | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/B/1880/2/AZ/000165/255. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    BirthIndex-Dowling-1880-Q2-E&W
  8. [S4807] SOURCE (Short):, Title: England, LANCASHIRE, "Civil Registration DEATH Index: 1837-Present", Citation Detail: Death of DOWLING, HELEN in Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Age: 3; 1885; Index: Rochdale - 1888 Apr-Jun; 1888- Volume 8E Page 35;
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  9. [S3654] SOURCE (Short):, Title: England, LANCASHIRE, "Civil Registration BIRTH Index: 1837-Present", Citation Detail: Birth of DOWLING, LAWRENCE; Apparent Gender: Male; Mother's maiden name: McGrath; in Rochdale, Lancashire, England;Index: Rochdale - 1890 Apr-Jun Volume 8E Page 50;
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  10. [S3654] SOURCE (Short):, Title: England, LANCASHIRE, "Civil Registration BIRTH Index: 1837-Present", Citation Detail: Birth of DOWLING, FREDERICK BERRY; Apparent Gender: Male; Mother's maiden name: McGrath; in Salford, Lancashire, England;Index: Salford - 1876 Jul-Sep Volume 8D Page 152;
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  11. [S4807] SOURCE (Short):, Title: England, LANCASHIRE, "Civil Registration DEATH Index: 1837-Present", Citation Detail: Death of DOWLING, JOHN in Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Age: 9; 1872; Index: Rochdale - 1881 Oct-Dec; 1881- Volume 8E Page 43;
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  12. [S6617] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: Not available as at 11 June 2026,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Baptism of DOWLING, ELLENA in Rochdale, St Patrick parish, Lancashire on 1884; 11 January 1885; Father: Joannis & Mother: Mariae Dowling; Record ID: GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/BAP/0419936; Parish Baptism Page: 166,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 11 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/BAP/0419936. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).
  13. [S3654] SOURCE (Short):, Title: England, LANCASHIRE, "Civil Registration BIRTH Index: 1837-Present", Citation Detail: Birth of DOWLING, HELEN; Apparent Gender: Female; Mother's maiden name: McGrath; in Rochdale, Lancashire, England;Index: Rochdale - 1884 Oct-Dec Volume 8E Page 65;
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Mary Magrath

F, #59330, b. 1848, d. DECEASED
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Father*Magrath (d. before 11 April 1867)
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Partner: John Dowling (b. 1843, d. between October and December 1896)

Children:

Daughter*Anne Dowling (b. 1869, d. between July and September 1909)
Daughter*Mary Dowling+ (b. 1870, d. DECEASED)
Son*John Dowling (b. 1872, d. between October and December 1881)
Daughter*Catherine Dowling (b. 31 July 1874, d. DECEASED)
Son*Frederick Berry Dowling (b. 25 August 1876, d. DECEASED)
Son*William Dowling (b. June 1880, d. between October and December 1896)
Son*James Dowling (b. 27 December 1881, d. between October and December 1964)
Daughter*Ellena Dowling (b. 6 December 1884, d. between April and June 1888)
Son*Lawrence Dowling+ (b. 31 March 1890, d. between October and December 1948)
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Vital Facts

DeathMary Magrath died DECEASED.
BirthShe was born in 1848 in IrelandG.1
MarriageShe and John Dowling were married on 11 April 1867 in Carrick-On-Suir, Tipperary, Ireland, Roman Catholic Chapel of Carrick on Suir; Groom: Age: 24, Bachelor; Bride: Age: 19, Spinster; Witnesses: George England & Catherine McGrath; Index: Carrick-On-Suir - 1867.1


Census Summary

1880
Census
3 Apr 18812
1890
Census
5 Apr 18913
1900
Census
31 Mar 19014

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • Aka Mary McGrath
    Citation: 1
  • Name Mariae McGrath
    Citation: 5
  • Name McGrath
    Citations: 6,7,8
  • Name Mary Dowling
    Citations: 3,4,2
  • Name Mareae Magrath
    Citation: 9
  • Residence
    Between April and June 1880 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: (Birth of son William Dowling.)
    Citation: 8
  • Event or Activity
    Between April and June 1888 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Mary Magrath was in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG, between April and June 1888. Note: (Death of daughter Helen Dowlingage 3.)
    Citation: 10
  • Residence
    Between April and June 1890 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: (Birth of son Lawrence Dowling.)
    Citation: 6
  • Residence
    Between July and September 1876 | Salford, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: (Birth of son Frederick Berry Dowling.)
    Citation: 7
  • TIMELINE
    Between 8 August and 9 November 1888 | Whitechapel, Tower Hamlets, London, England
    Jack the Ripper murders terrorise London's East End. in Whitechapel, Tower Hamlets, London, England, on between 8 August and 9 November 1888.
  • Event or Activity
    Between October and December 1881 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    She was in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG, between October and December 1881. Note: (Death of son John Dowling age 9.)
    Citation: 11
  • Event or Activity
    Between October and December 1896 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    She was in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG, between October and December 1896. Note: (Death of husband John Dowling.)
    Citation: 12
  • TIMELINE
    Between 009 and 12 March 1891 | EnglandG
    South & West England – Great Blizzard causes 220 deaths and sinks 14 ships. in EnglandG, on between 009 and 12 March 1891.
  • 1848
    Birth
    1848 | IrelandG
    Citation: 1
  • 1851
    Birth
    1851 | IrelandG
    Citation: 2
  • 1852
    Birth
    1852 | IrelandG
    She was born in 1852 in IrelandG. Note: Ireland.
    Citations: 3,4
  • 1867
    Marriage | John Dowling
    11 April 1867 | Carrick-On-Suir, Tipperary, Ireland
    John Dowling
    Age ~24
    Birth in 1843 | IrelandG
    Death: between October and December 1896 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    She and John Dowling were married on 11 April 1867 in Carrick-On-Suir, Tipperary, Ireland, Roman Catholic Chapel of Carrick on Suir; Groom: Age: 24, Bachelor; Bride: Age: 19, Spinster; Witnesses: George England & Catherine McGrath; Index: Carrick-On-Suir - 1867.
    Citation: 1
  • 1867
    Residence
    11 April 1867 | Carrick-On-Suir, Tipperary, Ireland
    Detail: (Age: 19; at Marriage to John Dowling.)
    Citation: 1
  • 1867
    Occupation
    11 April 1867 | Carrick-On-Suir, Tipperary, Ireland
    Servant.
    Citation: 1
  • 1867
    Religious Affiliation
    11 April 1867 | IrelandG
    Roman Catholic on 11 April 1867 in IrelandG.
    Citation: 1
  • 1874
    TIMELINE
    1 March 1874 | United Kingdom
    Factory Act (Health of Women etc.) – Limits working hours for women and children; raises minimum working age to 10. in United Kingdom on 1 March 1874.
  • 1878
    TIMELINE
    November 1878 | Afganistan
    Second Afghan War begins – Britain intervenes after diplomatic tensions with Russia and Afghanistan. British troops including Dowlings go to war. in Afganistan on November 1878.
  • 1879
    TIMELINE
    22 January 1879 | Africa
    Anglo-Zulu War – Conflict in South Africa; British forces, including Dowlings, ultimately defeat the Zulu Kingdom. in Africa on 22 January 1879.
  • 1880
    TIMELINE
    28 August 1880 | United Kingdom
    Elementary Education Act – Makes school attendance compulsory for children aged 5–10. in United Kingdom on 28 August 1880.
  • 1881
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1881 | Salford, Manchester, England
    Fenian dynamite campaign begins with a bombing at Salford barracks; one child killed. in Salford, Manchester, England, on 1 January 1881.
  • 1881
    TIMELINE
    17 January 1881 | EnglandG
    Severe blizzard hits southern Britain, disrupting transport and daily life. in EnglandG, on 17 January 1881.
  • 1881
    Census
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 30; Marital status: Married; Relation to Head: Wife.
    Citation: 2
  • 1881
    Residence
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Detail: Beer House, 49, High Street, Wardleworth.
    Citation: 2
  • 1881
    Occupation
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Citation: 2
  • 1881
    TIMELINE
    27 April 1881 | Afghanistan
    British troops withdraw from Afghanistan, ending the Second Anglo-Afghan War. in Afghanistan on 27 April 1881.
  • 1881
    TIMELINE
    26 September 1881 | Godalming, Surrey, EnglandG
    Godalming becomes first town in England with electric street lighting. in Godalming, Surrey, EnglandG, on 26 September 1881.
  • 1882
    Residence
    14 January 1882 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: (Baptism of son Jacobus Dowling.)
    Citation: 9
  • Religious Affiliation
    Between 14 January 1882 and 11 January 1885 | EnglandG
    Roman Catholic between 14 January 1882 and 11 January 1885 in EnglandG.
    Citations: 9,5
  • 1882
    TIMELINE
    11 July 1882 | London, EnglandG
    Bombing in London’s Mansion House by Irish nationalists; part of the Fenian campaign. in London, EnglandG, on 11 July 1882.
  • 1883
    TIMELINE
    26 January 1883 | United Kingdom
    Married Women’s Property Act passed, allowing women to own property independently. in United Kingdom on 26 January 1883.
  • 1884
    Residence
    6 December 1884 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: (Birth of daughter Helen Dowling.)
    Citations: 5,13
  • 1884
    TIMELINE
    6 December 1884 | United Kingdom
    Third Reform Act passed, extending the vote to rural male householders hitherto unable to vote. in United Kingdom on 6 December 1884.
  • 1885
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1885 | Khatoum, Sudan
    British troops, including Dowlings, occupy Khartoum; General Gordon killed during Mahdist uprising. in Khatoum, Sudan, on 1 January 1885.
  • 1886
    TIMELINE
    July 1886 | London, EnglandG
    London matchgirls, including Dowlings, strike for better working conditions, a landmark in labour activism. in London, EnglandG, on July 1886.
  • 1887
    TIMELINE
    21 June 1887 | British Empire
    Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee celebrated across the empire. in British Empire on 21 June 1887.
  • 1888
    TIMELINE
    6 October 1888 | United Kingdom
    First recorded use of fingerprinting in a UK criminal case. in United Kingdom on 6 October 1888.
  • 1889
    TIMELINE
    May 1889 | United Kingdom
    Dockers’ Strike begins in London, demanding fair wages and union recognition. in United Kingdom on May 1889.
  • 1890
    TIMELINE
    July 1890 | United Kingdom
    Housing of the Working Classes Act passed, enabling slum clearance and council housing. in United Kingdom on July 1890.
  • 1891
    Residence
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Detail: 9, Sam Street, Wardleworth.
    Citation: 3
  • 1891
    Census
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 39; Marital status: Married; Relationship to Head: Wife.
    Citation: 3
  • 1891
    TIMELINE
    May 1891 | United Kingdom
    Elementary Education Act raises school leaving age to 11. Also, throught year contimued expansion of public health and sanitation infrastructure. in United Kingdom on May 1891.
  • 1897
    TIMELINE
    22 June 1897 | EnglandG
    Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee celebrated with parades and public festivities. in EnglandG, on 22 June 1897.
  • 1898
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1898 | United Kingdom
    Workmen’s Compensation Act comes into effect, offering protection for injured workers; hitherto no compensation. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1898.
  • 1898
    TIMELINE
    11 October 1898 | London, EnglandG
    First motor bus service begins operation.. in London, EnglandG, on 11 October 1898.
  • 1899
    TIMELINE
    11 October 1899 | South Africa
    Second Boer War begins; British troops deployed from across the UK. in South Africa on 11 October 1899.
  • 1901
    TIMELINE
    22 January 1901 | United Kingdom
    Death of Queen Victoria (Queen from 20 June 1837); Edward VII becomes king. in United Kingdom on 22 January 1901.
  • 1901
    Residence
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 49, High Street.
    Citation: 4
  • 1901
    Occupation
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Beerseller.
    Citation: 4
  • 1901
    Census
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 49; Marital status: Widow; Relationship to Head: Head.
    Citation: 4

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    DECEASED

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • Associates
    Mary Magrath had the following associates: "George England & Catherine McGrath."
    Citation: 1
  • National Origin
    The national origin of Mary Magrath was Irish.
    Citations: 3,4,2
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study Mary Magrath has the reference number 59330.
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EthnicityIrish
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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Ireland - ALL
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  1. [S6612] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/marriage_returns/marriages_1867/11499/8228114.pdf,
    Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
    Citation Detail: Party 1 Name: DOWLING JOHN; Party 2 Name: MARY MCGRATH; Date of Event: 11 April 1867; Group Registration ID: 3029638; SR District Reg Area: Carrick-on-Suir; Image(s): ,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "View Record – Irish Genealogy"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).
  2. [S2523] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1881%2F4361638%2F00566&parentid=GBC%2F1881%2F0019029336,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JOHN household of Wardleworth, WardleworthLancashire, England; Archive reference: RG11; Piece number: 4113; Folio: 78; Page: 23; Schedule: 613; ; Record ID: GBC/1881/0019029336; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place John Dowling Head Married Male 39 1842 Beer seller Ireland Mary Dowling Wife Married Female 30 1851 - Ireland Annie Dowling Daughter Single Female 12 1869 Scholar Gibraltar Mary Dowling Daughter Single Female 10 1871 Scholar China John Dowling Son Single Male 9 1872 Scholar South Africa Catherine Dowling Daughter Single Female 6 1875 Scholar South Africa Fredrick Dowling Son Single Male 4 1877 Scholar Manchester, Lancashire, England William Dowling Son Single Male 0 1881 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 9 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1881 England, Wales & Scotland Census | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1881/0019029336. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1881-ENG-Dowling-John-1842-Lancashire-Rochdale-A
  3. [S2536] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1891%2F3336%2F0192&parentid=GBC%2F1891%2F0023081021,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JOHN household of Wardleworth, Rochdale, Wardleworth, Lancashire, England; , Enumeration district: 7, Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale, Ecclesiastical parish or district: St Marys, Archive reference: RG12, Piece number: 3336, Folio: 93, Page: 12, Schedule: 53; Record ID: GBC/1891/0023081021; Across two pages; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place John Dowling Head Married Male 48 1843 Railway porter Ireland Mary Dowling Wife Married Female 39 1852 - Ireland Anne Dowling Daughter Single Female 22 1869 Tailors machinist Gibraltar Mary Dowling Daughter Single Female 21 1870 Cotton winder China Catherine Dowling Daughter Single Female 16 1875 Cotton winder South Africa Frederick Dowling Son - Male 14 1877 Eyelet maker Manchester, Lancashire, England William Dowling Son - Male 10 1881 Scholar Rochdale, Lancashire, England James Dowling Son - Male 8 1883 Scholar Rochdale, Lancashire, England Lawrence Dowling Son - Male 1 1890 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1891/0023081021. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1891-ENG-Dowling-John-1843-Lancashire-Rochdale-A
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  4. [S1583] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1901%2F3839-3841%2F0110&parentid=GBC%2F1901%2F0022150281,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, MARY household of Rochdale, Lancashire, England; , Enumeration district: 3, Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale, Ecclesiastical parish or district: St Mary's, Archive reference: RG13, Piece number: 3839, Folio: 52, Page: 15, Schedule: 95; Record ID: GBC/1901/0022150281; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place Mary Dowling Head Widow Female 49 1852 Beerseller Ireland Annie Dowling Daughter Single Female 29 1872 Tailoress Gibraltar Kate Dowling Daughter Single Female 25 1876 - Cape, South Africa Frederick Dowling Son Single Male 23 1878 - Salford, Lancashire, England Lawrence Dowling Son Single Male 10 1891 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1901/0022150281. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1901-ENG-Dowling-Mary-1852-Lancashire-Rochdale-A
  5. [S6617] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: Not available as at 11 June 2026,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Baptism of DOWLING, ELLENA in Rochdale, St Patrick parish, Lancashire on 1884; 11 January 1885; Father: Joannis & Mother: Mariae Dowling; Record ID: GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/BAP/0419936; Parish Baptism Page: 166,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 11 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/BAP/0419936. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).
  6. [S3654] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FB%2F1890%2F2%2FAZ%2F000158&parentid=BMD%2FB%2F1890%2F2%2FAZ%2F000158%2F304,
    Repository: United Kingdom General Register Office,
    Citation Detail: Birth of DOWLING, LAWRENCE; Apparent Gender: Male; Mother's maiden name: McGrath; in Rochdale, Lancashire, England;Index: Rochdale - 1890 Apr-Jun Volume 8E Page 50,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/B/1890/2/AZ/000158/304. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  7. [S3654] SOURCE (Short):, Title: England, LANCASHIRE, "Civil Registration BIRTH Index: 1837-Present", Citation Detail: Birth of DOWLING, FREDERICK BERRY; Apparent Gender: Male; Mother's maiden name: McGrath; in Salford, Lancashire, England;Index: Salford - 1876 Jul-Sep Volume 8D Page 152;
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  8. [S3654] SOURCE (Short):, Title: England, LANCASHIRE, "Civil Registration BIRTH Index: 1837-Present", Citation Detail: Birth of DOWLING, WILLIAM; Apparent Gender: Male; Mother's maiden name: McGrath; in Rochdale, Lancashire, England;Index: Rochdale - 1880 Apr-Jun Volume 8E Page 62;
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  9. [S6610] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: Not available as at 7 June 2026,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Baptism of DOWLING, JACOBUS in Rochdale, St Patrick parish, Lancashire on 1881; 14 January 1882; Father: Joannis & Mother: Mariae Dowling; Record ID: GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/BAP/0419719; Parish Baptism Page: 122,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/BAP/0419719. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).
  10. [S4807] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FD%2F1888%2F2%2FAZ%2F000092&parentid=BMD%2FD%2F1888%2F2%2FAZ%2F000092%2F022,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Death of DOWLING, HELEN in Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Age: 3; 1885; Index: Rochdale - 1888 Apr-Jun; 1888- Volume 8E Page 35,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 11 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/D/1888/2/AZ/000092/022. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    DeathIndex-Dowling-1888-Q2-E&W
  11. [S4807] SOURCE (Short):, Title: England, LANCASHIRE, "Civil Registration DEATH Index: 1837-Present", Citation Detail: Death of DOWLING, JOHN in Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Age: 9; 1872; Index: Rochdale - 1881 Oct-Dec; 1881- Volume 8E Page 43;
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  12. [S4807] SOURCE (Short):, Title: England, LANCASHIRE, "Civil Registration DEATH Index: 1837-Present", Citation Detail: Death of DOWLING, JOHN in Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Age: 54; 1842; Index: Rochdale - 1896 Oct-Dec; 1896- Volume 8E Page 40;
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  13. [S3654] SOURCE (Short):, Title: England, LANCASHIRE, "Civil Registration BIRTH Index: 1837-Present", Citation Detail: Birth of DOWLING, HELEN; Apparent Gender: Female; Mother's maiden name: McGrath; in Rochdale, Lancashire, England;Index: Rochdale - 1884 Oct-Dec Volume 8E Page 65;
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Anne Dowling1

F, #59331, b. 1869, d. between July and September 1909
Family Explorer
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Father*John Dowling (b. 1843, d. between October and December 1896)
Mother*Mary Magrath (b. 1848, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathAnne Dowling died between July and September 1909, in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Age: 40; Formerly: Lancashire; Index: Rochdale - 1909 Jul-Sep; Volume 8E, Page 28.2
BirthShe was born in 1869 in Gibraltar. Note: British Subject.1,3,2


Census Summary

1880
Census
3 Apr 18813
1890
Census
5 Apr 18911
1900
Census
31 Mar 19014

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • Name Annie Dowling
    Citations: 4,3,2
  • Residence
    Between July and September 1909 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Citation: 2
  • TIMELINE
    Between 8 August and 9 November 1888 | Whitechapel, Tower Hamlets, London, England
    Jack the Ripper murders terrorise London's East End. in Whitechapel, Tower Hamlets, London, England, on between 8 August and 9 November 1888.
  • TIMELINE
    Between 009 and 12 March 1891 | EnglandG
    South & West England – Great Blizzard causes 220 deaths and sinks 14 ships. in EnglandG, on between 009 and 12 March 1891.
  • 1869
    Birth
    1869 | Gibraltar
    Anne Dowling was born in 1869 in Gibraltar. Note: British Subject.
    Citations: 1,3,2
  • 1872
    Birth
    1872 | Gibraltar
    She was born in 1872 in Gibraltar. Note: Giberalter.
    Citation: 4
  • 1874
    TIMELINE
    1 March 1874 | United Kingdom
    Factory Act (Health of Women etc.) – Limits working hours for women and children; raises minimum working age to 10. in United Kingdom on 1 March 1874.
  • 1878
    TIMELINE
    November 1878 | Afganistan
    Second Afghan War begins – Britain intervenes after diplomatic tensions with Russia and Afghanistan. British troops including Dowlings go to war. in Afganistan on November 1878.
  • 1879
    TIMELINE
    22 January 1879 | Africa
    Anglo-Zulu War – Conflict in South Africa; British forces, including Dowlings, ultimately defeat the Zulu Kingdom. in Africa on 22 January 1879.
  • 1880
    TIMELINE
    28 August 1880 | United Kingdom
    Elementary Education Act – Makes school attendance compulsory for children aged 5–10. in United Kingdom on 28 August 1880.
  • 1881
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1881 | Salford, Manchester, England
    Fenian dynamite campaign begins with a bombing at Salford barracks; one child killed. in Salford, Manchester, England, on 1 January 1881.
  • 1881
    TIMELINE
    17 January 1881 | EnglandG
    Severe blizzard hits southern Britain, disrupting transport and daily life. in EnglandG, on 17 January 1881.
  • 1881
    Occupation
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Scholar.
    Citation: 3
  • 1881
    Residence
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Detail: Beer House, 49, High Street, Wardleworth.
    Citation: 3
  • 1881
    Census
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 12; Marital status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Daughter.
    Citation: 3
  • 1881
    TIMELINE
    27 April 1881 | Afghanistan
    British troops withdraw from Afghanistan, ending the Second Anglo-Afghan War. in Afghanistan on 27 April 1881.
  • 1881
    TIMELINE
    26 September 1881 | Godalming, Surrey, EnglandG
    Godalming becomes first town in England with electric street lighting. in Godalming, Surrey, EnglandG, on 26 September 1881.
  • 1882
    TIMELINE
    11 July 1882 | London, EnglandG
    Bombing in London’s Mansion House by Irish nationalists; part of the Fenian campaign. in London, EnglandG, on 11 July 1882.
  • 1883
    TIMELINE
    26 January 1883 | United Kingdom
    Married Women’s Property Act passed, allowing women to own property independently. in United Kingdom on 26 January 1883.
  • 1884
    TIMELINE
    6 December 1884 | United Kingdom
    Third Reform Act passed, extending the vote to rural male householders hitherto unable to vote. in United Kingdom on 6 December 1884.
  • 1885
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1885 | Khatoum, Sudan
    British troops, including Dowlings, occupy Khartoum; General Gordon killed during Mahdist uprising. in Khatoum, Sudan, on 1 January 1885.
  • 1886
    TIMELINE
    July 1886 | London, EnglandG
    London matchgirls, including Dowlings, strike for better working conditions, a landmark in labour activism. in London, EnglandG, on July 1886.
  • 1887
    TIMELINE
    21 June 1887 | British Empire
    Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee celebrated across the empire. in British Empire on 21 June 1887.
  • 1888
    TIMELINE
    6 October 1888 | United Kingdom
    First recorded use of fingerprinting in a UK criminal case. in United Kingdom on 6 October 1888.
  • 1889
    TIMELINE
    May 1889 | United Kingdom
    Dockers’ Strike begins in London, demanding fair wages and union recognition. in United Kingdom on May 1889.
  • 1890
    TIMELINE
    July 1890 | United Kingdom
    Housing of the Working Classes Act passed, enabling slum clearance and council housing. in United Kingdom on July 1890.
  • 1891
    Census
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 22; Marital status: Unmarried; Relationship to Head: Daughter.
    Citation: 1
  • 1891
    Occupation
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Tailors machinist.
    Citation: 1
  • 1891
    Residence
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Detail: 9, Sam Street, Wardleworth.
    Citation: 1
  • 1891
    TIMELINE
    May 1891 | United Kingdom
    Elementary Education Act raises school leaving age to 11. Also, throught year contimued expansion of public health and sanitation infrastructure. in United Kingdom on May 1891.
  • 1897
    TIMELINE
    22 June 1897 | EnglandG
    Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee celebrated with parades and public festivities. in EnglandG, on 22 June 1897.
  • 1898
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1898 | United Kingdom
    Workmen’s Compensation Act comes into effect, offering protection for injured workers; hitherto no compensation. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1898.
  • 1898
    TIMELINE
    11 October 1898 | London, EnglandG
    First motor bus service begins operation.. in London, EnglandG, on 11 October 1898.
  • 1899
    TIMELINE
    11 October 1899 | South Africa
    Second Boer War begins; British troops deployed from across the UK. in South Africa on 11 October 1899.
  • 1901
    TIMELINE
    22 January 1901 | United Kingdom
    Death of Queen Victoria (Queen from 20 June 1837); Edward VII becomes king. in United Kingdom on 22 January 1901.
  • 1901
    Occupation
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Tailoress.
    Citation: 4
  • 1901
    Residence
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 49, High Street.
    Citation: 4
  • 1901
    Census
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 29; Marital status: Unmarried; Relationship to Head: Daughter.
    Citation: 4

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    Between July and September 1909 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Anne Dowling died between July and September 1909, in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Age: 40; Formerly: Lancashire; Index: Rochdale - 1909 Jul-Sep; Volume 8E, Page 28.
    Citation: 2

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • National Origin
    The national origin of Anne Dowling was British.
    Citations: 1,4,3
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study Anne Dowling has the reference number 59331.
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EthnicityBritish
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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  1. [S2536] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1891%2F3336%2F0192&parentid=GBC%2F1891%2F0023081021,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JOHN household of Wardleworth, Rochdale, Wardleworth, Lancashire, England; , Enumeration district: 7, Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale, Ecclesiastical parish or district: St Marys, Archive reference: RG12, Piece number: 3336, Folio: 93, Page: 12, Schedule: 53; Record ID: GBC/1891/0023081021; Across two pages; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place John Dowling Head Married Male 48 1843 Railway porter Ireland Mary Dowling Wife Married Female 39 1852 - Ireland Anne Dowling Daughter Single Female 22 1869 Tailors machinist Gibraltar Mary Dowling Daughter Single Female 21 1870 Cotton winder China Catherine Dowling Daughter Single Female 16 1875 Cotton winder South Africa Frederick Dowling Son - Male 14 1877 Eyelet maker Manchester, Lancashire, England William Dowling Son - Male 10 1881 Scholar Rochdale, Lancashire, England James Dowling Son - Male 8 1883 Scholar Rochdale, Lancashire, England Lawrence Dowling Son - Male 1 1890 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1891/0023081021. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  2. [S4807] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FD%2F1909%2F3%2FAZ%2F000079&parentid=BMD%2FD%2F1909%2F3%2FAZ%2F000079%2F059,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Death of DOWLING, ANNIE in Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Age: 40; 1869; Index: Rochdale - 1909 Jul-Sep; 1909- Volume 8E Page 28,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 11 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/D/1909/3/AZ/000079/059. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  3. [S2523] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1881%2F4361638%2F00566&parentid=GBC%2F1881%2F0019029336,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JOHN household of Wardleworth, WardleworthLancashire, England; Archive reference: RG11; Piece number: 4113; Folio: 78; Page: 23; Schedule: 613; ; Record ID: GBC/1881/0019029336; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place John Dowling Head Married Male 39 1842 Beer seller Ireland Mary Dowling Wife Married Female 30 1851 - Ireland Annie Dowling Daughter Single Female 12 1869 Scholar Gibraltar Mary Dowling Daughter Single Female 10 1871 Scholar China John Dowling Son Single Male 9 1872 Scholar South Africa Catherine Dowling Daughter Single Female 6 1875 Scholar South Africa Fredrick Dowling Son Single Male 4 1877 Scholar Manchester, Lancashire, England William Dowling Son Single Male 0 1881 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 9 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1881 England, Wales & Scotland Census | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1881/0019029336. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  4. [S1583] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1901%2F3839-3841%2F0110&parentid=GBC%2F1901%2F0022150281,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, MARY household of Rochdale, Lancashire, England; , Enumeration district: 3, Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale, Ecclesiastical parish or district: St Mary's, Archive reference: RG13, Piece number: 3839, Folio: 52, Page: 15, Schedule: 95; Record ID: GBC/1901/0022150281; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place Mary Dowling Head Widow Female 49 1852 Beerseller Ireland Annie Dowling Daughter Single Female 29 1872 Tailoress Gibraltar Kate Dowling Daughter Single Female 25 1876 - Cape, South Africa Frederick Dowling Son Single Male 23 1878 - Salford, Lancashire, England Lawrence Dowling Son Single Male 10 1891 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1901/0022150281. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Mary Dowling1,2,3

F, #59332, b. 1870, d. DECEASED
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Father*John Dowling (b. 1843, d. between October and December 1896)
Mother*Mary Magrath (b. 1848, d. DECEASED)
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Partner: Michael Joseph McGrath (b. 26 November 1874, d. DECEASED)

Children:

Daughter*Helen McGrath (b. 1903, d. DECEASED)
Son*William McGrath (b. 1904, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathMary Dowling died DECEASED.
MarriageShe and Michael Joseph McGrath were married between July and September 1900 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG, Index: Rochdale - 1900 Jul-Sep Volume 8E; Page number 138.2,4
BirthShe was born in 1870 in China. Note: China British Subject.1


Census Summary

1880
Census
3 Apr 18813
1890
Census
5 Apr 18911
1900
Census
31 Mar 19015
1910
Census
2 Apr 19114
1920
Census
19 Jun 19216

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • Name Mary McGrath
    Citations: 5,4,6
  • Marriage | Michael Joseph McGrath
    Between July and September 1900 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Michael Joseph McGrath
    Birth on 26 November 1874 | Glenlara, Ballingarry, Limerick, Ireland
    Death: DECEASED
    Mary Dowling and Michael Joseph McGrath were married between July and September 1900 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG, Index: Rochdale - 1900 Jul-Sep Volume 8E; Page number 138.
    Citations: 2,4
  • Residence
    Between July and September 1900 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: (at marriage to Michael Joseph McGrath.)
    Citation: 2
  • TIMELINE
    Between 1 July and 18 November 1916 | France
    World War 1 - Battle of Somme rages with heavy British casualties (95,675 killed or missing) in France on between 1 July and 18 November 1916.
  • TIMELINE
    Between 8 August and 9 November 1888 | Whitechapel, Tower Hamlets, London, England
    Jack the Ripper murders terrorise London's East End. in Whitechapel, Tower Hamlets, London, England, on between 8 August and 9 November 1888.
  • TIMELINE
    Between 009 and 12 March 1891 | EnglandG
    South & West England – Great Blizzard causes 220 deaths and sinks 14 ships. in EnglandG, on between 009 and 12 March 1891.
  • 1870
    Birth
    1870 | China
    She was born in 1870 in China. Note: China British Subject.
    Citation: 1
  • 1871
    Birth
    1871 | Hong Kong, ChinaG
    Citation: 3
  • 1872
    Birth
    1872 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    She was born in 1872 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Rochdale, Lancashire.
    Citation: 5
  • 1874
    Birth
    1874 | Hong Kong, ChinaG
    Citation: 4
  • 1874
    TIMELINE
    1 March 1874 | United Kingdom
    Factory Act (Health of Women etc.) – Limits working hours for women and children; raises minimum working age to 10. in United Kingdom on 1 March 1874.
  • 1875
    Birth
    1875 | Hong Kong, ChinaG
    Citation: 6
  • 1878
    TIMELINE
    November 1878 | Afganistan
    Second Afghan War begins – Britain intervenes after diplomatic tensions with Russia and Afghanistan. British troops including Dowlings go to war. in Afganistan on November 1878.
  • 1879
    TIMELINE
    22 January 1879 | Africa
    Anglo-Zulu War – Conflict in South Africa; British forces, including Dowlings, ultimately defeat the Zulu Kingdom. in Africa on 22 January 1879.
  • 1880
    TIMELINE
    28 August 1880 | United Kingdom
    Elementary Education Act – Makes school attendance compulsory for children aged 5–10. in United Kingdom on 28 August 1880.
  • 1881
    Occupation
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Scholar.
    Citation: 3
  • 1881
    Residence
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Detail: Beer House, 49, High Street, Wardleworth.
    Citation: 3
  • 1881
    Census
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 10; Marital status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Daughter.
    Citation: 3
  • 1881
    TIMELINE
    27 April 1881 | Afghanistan
    British troops withdraw from Afghanistan, ending the Second Anglo-Afghan War. in Afghanistan on 27 April 1881.
  • 1881
    TIMELINE
    26 September 1881 | Godalming, Surrey, EnglandG
    Godalming becomes first town in England with electric street lighting. in Godalming, Surrey, EnglandG, on 26 September 1881.
  • 1882
    TIMELINE
    11 July 1882 | London, EnglandG
    Bombing in London’s Mansion House by Irish nationalists; part of the Fenian campaign. in London, EnglandG, on 11 July 1882.
  • 1883
    TIMELINE
    26 January 1883 | United Kingdom
    Married Women’s Property Act passed, allowing women to own property independently. in United Kingdom on 26 January 1883.
  • 1884
    TIMELINE
    6 December 1884 | United Kingdom
    Third Reform Act passed, extending the vote to rural male householders hitherto unable to vote. in United Kingdom on 6 December 1884.
  • 1885
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1885 | Khatoum, Sudan
    British troops, including Dowlings, occupy Khartoum; General Gordon killed during Mahdist uprising. in Khatoum, Sudan, on 1 January 1885.
  • 1886
    TIMELINE
    July 1886 | London, EnglandG
    London matchgirls, including Dowlings, strike for better working conditions, a landmark in labour activism. in London, EnglandG, on July 1886.
  • 1887
    TIMELINE
    21 June 1887 | British Empire
    Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee celebrated across the empire. in British Empire on 21 June 1887.
  • 1888
    TIMELINE
    6 October 1888 | United Kingdom
    First recorded use of fingerprinting in a UK criminal case. in United Kingdom on 6 October 1888.
  • 1889
    TIMELINE
    May 1889 | United Kingdom
    Dockers’ Strike begins in London, demanding fair wages and union recognition. in United Kingdom on May 1889.
  • 1890
    TIMELINE
    July 1890 | United Kingdom
    Housing of the Working Classes Act passed, enabling slum clearance and council housing. in United Kingdom on July 1890.
  • 1891
    Census
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 21; Marital status: Unmarried; Relationship to Head: Daughter.
    Citation: 1
  • 1891
    Occupation
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Cotton winder (Transferred yarn onto bobbins or perns, ready for weaving .)
    Citation: 1
  • 1891
    Residence
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Detail: 9, Sam Street, Wardleworth.
    Citation: 1
  • 1891
    TIMELINE
    May 1891 | United Kingdom
    Elementary Education Act raises school leaving age to 11. Also, throught year contimued expansion of public health and sanitation infrastructure. in United Kingdom on May 1891.
  • 1897
    TIMELINE
    22 June 1897 | EnglandG
    Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee celebrated with parades and public festivities. in EnglandG, on 22 June 1897.
  • 1898
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1898 | United Kingdom
    Workmen’s Compensation Act comes into effect, offering protection for injured workers; hitherto no compensation. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1898.
  • 1898
    TIMELINE
    11 October 1898 | London, EnglandG
    First motor bus service begins operation.. in London, EnglandG, on 11 October 1898.
  • 1899
    TIMELINE
    11 October 1899 | South Africa
    Second Boer War begins; British troops deployed from across the UK. in South Africa on 11 October 1899.
  • 1901
    TIMELINE
    22 January 1901 | United Kingdom
    Death of Queen Victoria (Queen from 20 June 1837); Edward VII becomes king. in United Kingdom on 22 January 1901.
  • 1901
    Occupation
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Cotton winder.
    Citation: 5
  • 1901
    Census
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 29; Marital status: Married; Relationship to Head: Wife.
    Citation: 5
  • 1901
    Residence
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 11, Jermyn Street.
    Citation: 5
  • 1901
    TIMELINE
    12 December 1901 | United Kingdom
    Cornwall/Newfoundland – Marconi transmits first transatlantic wireless signal, revolutionising global communication in United Kingdom on 12 December 1901.
  • 1902
    TIMELINE
    31 May 1902 | South Africa
    Second Boer War ends with Treaty of Vereeniging; many British families affected by military service. in South Africa on 31 May 1902.
  • 1903
    TIMELINE
    23 October 1903 | London, EnglandG
    Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU) founded by Emmeline Pankhurst, launching the suffragette movement. in London, EnglandG, on 23 October 1903.
  • 1904
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1904 | United Kingdom
    Midwives Act comes into force, regulating midwifery and improving maternal care. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1904.
  • 1906
    TIMELINE
    March 1906 | United Kingdom
    School Meals Act passed, allowing local authorities to provide free meals to needy children. in United Kingdom on March 1906.
  • 1907
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1907 | United Kingdom
    Probation of Offenders Act introduces probation as an alternative to prison. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1907.
  • 1908
    TIMELINE
    1 April 1908 | United Kingdom
    Old Age Pensions Act passed, providing pensions to people over 70. in United Kingdom on 1 April 1908.
  • 1910
    TIMELINE
    6 May 1910 | United Kingdom
    King Edward VII dies; George V ascends the throne. in United Kingdom on 6 May 1910.
  • 1910
    TIMELINE
    18 November 1910 | United Kingdom
    Black Friday suffragette protest leads to violent clashes with police. in United Kingdom on 18 November 1910.
  • 1911
    Census
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 37; Marital status: Married; Relation to Head: Wife.
    Citation: 4
  • 1911
    Children
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    She was shown 2 children still living out of 6 on 2 April 1911 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG.
    Citation: 4
  • 1911
    Occupation
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    None.
    Citation: 4
  • 1911
    Residence
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 11 Barton St Rochdale, Rochdale, Lancashire, England.
    Citation: 4
  • 1913
    TIMELINE
    4 June 1913 | Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG
    British Suffragette Emily Wilding Davison dies after stepping in front of the King's horse, (incidently she also hid in cupboard to avoid 1911 census). in Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG, on 4 June 1913.
  • 1914
    TIMELINE
    28 June 1914 | Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
    World War 1 starts, following the assassination at Sarajevo, with Austria-Hungary declaring war on Serbia in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, on 28 June 1914.
  • 1914
    TIMELINE
    4 August 1914 | United Kingdom
    UK declares war on Germany - start of World War I in United Kingdom on 4 August 1914.
  • 1916
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1916 | United Kingdom
    Military Service Act introduces conscription for men aged 18 to 41. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1916.
  • TIMELINE
    Between 1918 and 1920 | World
    Flu Pandemic - Many deaths among civilian (Worldwide: 17 to 100 million estimate; UK: .228 million estimate) in World on between 1918 and 1920.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    6 February 1918 | United Kingdom
    Representation of the People Act grants vote to 'some' women over 30. in United Kingdom on 6 February 1918.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    11 November 1918 | World
    World War 1 ends with millions dead and armistice in Germany in World on 11 November 1918.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    19 July 1920 | United Kingdom
    Irish Republican Army attacks intenify, including in England, as the Irish War of Independence begins. in United Kingdom on 19 July 1920.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    8 August 1920 | United Kingdom
    Education Act raises school leaving age to 14 years. in United Kingdom on 8 August 1920.
  • 1921
    Census
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 46 years, 4 months; Marital status: Married; Relationship to Head: Wife.
    Citation: 6
  • 1921
    Residence
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: Lancashire; 11 Barton Street; Parish: Rochdale.
    Citation: 6
  • 1921
    Occupation
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Home Duties.
    Citation: 6

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    DECEASED

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • National Origin
    The national origin of Mary Dowling was English.
    Citation: 5
  • National Origin
    The national origin of Mary Dowling was British.
    Citations: 1,4,3,6
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study Mary Dowling has the reference number 59332.
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EthnicityEnglish
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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This person appears in the following lists:-
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Death Age
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England, Lancashire - ALL
England, London - ALL
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France
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  1. [S2536] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1891%2F3336%2F0192&parentid=GBC%2F1891%2F0023081021,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JOHN household of Wardleworth, Rochdale, Wardleworth, Lancashire, England; , Enumeration district: 7, Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale, Ecclesiastical parish or district: St Marys, Archive reference: RG12, Piece number: 3336, Folio: 93, Page: 12, Schedule: 53; Record ID: GBC/1891/0023081021; Across two pages; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place John Dowling Head Married Male 48 1843 Railway porter Ireland Mary Dowling Wife Married Female 39 1852 - Ireland Anne Dowling Daughter Single Female 22 1869 Tailors machinist Gibraltar Mary Dowling Daughter Single Female 21 1870 Cotton winder China Catherine Dowling Daughter Single Female 16 1875 Cotton winder South Africa Frederick Dowling Son - Male 14 1877 Eyelet maker Manchester, Lancashire, England William Dowling Son - Male 10 1881 Scholar Rochdale, Lancashire, England James Dowling Son - Male 8 1883 Scholar Rochdale, Lancashire, England Lawrence Dowling Son - Male 1 1890 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1891/0023081021. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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    Census-1891-ENG-Dowling-John-1843-Lancashire-Rochdale-B
  2. [S3652] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FM%2F1900%2F3%2FAZ%2F000104&parentid=BMD%2FM%2F1900%2F3%2FAZ%2F000104%2F058,
    Repository: United Kingdom General Register Office,
    Citation Detail: Marriage of DOWLING, MARY to MICHAEL JOSEPH MCGRATH, JOHN UTTLEY in Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Index: Rochdale - 1900 Jul-Sep Volume 8E; Page number 138,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 8 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/M/1900/3/AZ/000104/058. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    MarriageIndex-Dowling-1900-Q3-E&W
  3. [S2523] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1881%2F4361638%2F00566&parentid=GBC%2F1881%2F0019029336,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JOHN household of Wardleworth, WardleworthLancashire, England; Archive reference: RG11; Piece number: 4113; Folio: 78; Page: 23; Schedule: 613; ; Record ID: GBC/1881/0019029336; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place John Dowling Head Married Male 39 1842 Beer seller Ireland Mary Dowling Wife Married Female 30 1851 - Ireland Annie Dowling Daughter Single Female 12 1869 Scholar Gibraltar Mary Dowling Daughter Single Female 10 1871 Scholar China John Dowling Son Single Male 9 1872 Scholar South Africa Catherine Dowling Daughter Single Female 6 1875 Scholar South Africa Fredrick Dowling Son Single Male 4 1877 Scholar Manchester, Lancashire, England William Dowling Son Single Male 0 1881 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 9 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1881 England, Wales & Scotland Census | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1881/0019029336. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1881-ENG-Dowling-John-1842-Lancashire-Rochdale-A
  4. [S1977] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1911%2FRG14%2F24664%2F0613&parentid=GBC%2F1911%2FRG14%2F24664%2F0613%2F1,
    Citation Detail: Census for MCGRATH, MICHAEL JOSEPH household of Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Piece number: 24664;Schedule: 307; Record ID: GBC/1911/RG14/24664/0613/1; First name(s) Last name Relationship to head Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place Michael Joseph McGrath Head Married Male 35 1876 L and y railway goods cheekee Glenlara Co Limerick Resident Mary McGrath Wife Married Female 37 1874 None China Hongkong Helen McGrath Daughter Single Female 8 1903 None Rochdale Lancashire William McGrath Son Single Male 7 1904 None Rochdale Lancashire,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 9 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1911 Census For England & Wales | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1911/RG14/24664/0613/1. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1911-ENG-McGrath-Michael-Joseph-1876-Lancashire-Rochdale
  5. [S1583] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1901%2F3839-3841%2F0669&parentid=GBC%2F1901%2F0022163895,
    Citation Detail: Census for MCGRATH, MICHAEL J household of Rochdale, Lancashire, England; , Enumeration district: 14, Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale, Ecclesiastical parish or district: St James, Archive reference: RG13, Piece number: 3840, Folio: 142, Page: 31, Schedule: 229; Record ID: GBC/1901/0022163895; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place Michael J McGrath Head Married Male 26 1875 Grocer's assistant Ireland Mary McGrath Wife Married Female 29 1872 Cotton winder Rochdale, Lancashire, England James Dowling Visitor Single Male 18 1883 Bricklayers apprentice Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 8 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1901 England, Wales & Scotland Census | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1901/0022163895. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1901-ENG-McGrath-Michael-J-1875-Lancashire-Rochdale-A
  6. [S4806] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20028%2F0307&parentid=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20028%2F0307%2F01,
    Citation Detail: Census for MCGRATH, MICHAEL JOSEPH household of 11 Barton Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, England; , Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale PBFolio: ; Page: ; Record ID: GBC/1921/RG15/20028/0307/01; Registration district number: 470; Sub-district number: 5; Enumeration district number: 14; Archive series: RG 15; Piece number: 20028; Schedule number: 154; Schedule type code: E; Schedule type: England household, single page, 10 entries; District reference: RD 470 RS 5 ED 14; First name(s) Last name Relationship to head Sex Birth year Age in years Birth place Occupation Employer Michael Joseph McGrath Head Male 1876 44 Limerick, Ireland Checker L & Y Rly Co Minrow L & Y Railway Milnrow Mary McGrath Wife Female 1875 46 Hong Kong, China Home Duties - Helen McGrath Daughter Female 1902 19 Rochdale, Lancashire, England Ivy Maker Hilton & Co, Rochdale Hilton & Co Ivy Manufactures Rochdale William McGrath Son Male 1903 17 Rochdale, Lancashire, England Apprentice Fitter Holroyds Ltd Milnrows Holroyd & Co Machine Maker Etc Milnrow,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 11 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1921/RG15/20028/0307/01. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1921-ENG-McGrath-Michael-Joseph-1876-Lancashire-Rochdale-A

Catherine Dowling1,2,3,4,5

F, #59333, b. 31 July 1874, d. DECEASED
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Father*John Dowling (b. 1843, d. between October and December 1896)
Mother*Mary Magrath (b. 1848, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathCatherine Dowling died DECEASED.
BirthShe was born on 31 July 1874 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South AfricaG.4,5


Census Summary

1880
Census
3 Apr 18813
1890
Census
5 Apr 18911
1900
Census
31 Mar 19016
1910
Census
2 Apr 19112
1920
Census
19 Jun 19215
1930
Census
26 Apr 1931
Census
29 Sep 19394

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • Aka Kate Dowling
    Citation: 6
  • TIMELINE
    Between 1 July and 18 November 1916 | France
    World War 1 - Battle of Somme rages with heavy British casualties (95,675 killed or missing) in France on between 1 July and 18 November 1916.
  • TIMELINE
    Between 8 August and 9 November 1888 | Whitechapel, Tower Hamlets, London, England
    Jack the Ripper murders terrorise London's East End. in Whitechapel, Tower Hamlets, London, England, on between 8 August and 9 November 1888.
  • TIMELINE
    Between 009 and 12 March 1891 | EnglandG
    South & West England – Great Blizzard causes 220 deaths and sinks 14 ships. in EnglandG, on between 009 and 12 March 1891.
  • 1874
    Birth
    31 July 1874 | Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South AfricaG
    Citations: 4,5
  • 1875
    Birth
    1875 | Pietermaritzburgh, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
    Catherine Dowling was born in 1875 in Pietermaritzburgh, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Note: Pietermaritzburgh, Natal, South Africa; British Subject/Resident.
    Citations: 1,2,3
  • 1876
    Birth
    1876 | Cape, South Africa
    She was born in 1876 in Cape, South Africa. Note: Cape Colony.
    Citation: 6
  • 1878
    TIMELINE
    November 1878 | Afganistan
    Second Afghan War begins – Britain intervenes after diplomatic tensions with Russia and Afghanistan. British troops including Dowlings go to war. in Afganistan on November 1878.
  • 1879
    TIMELINE
    22 January 1879 | Africa
    Anglo-Zulu War – Conflict in South Africa; British forces, including Dowlings, ultimately defeat the Zulu Kingdom. in Africa on 22 January 1879.
  • 1880
    TIMELINE
    28 August 1880 | United Kingdom
    Elementary Education Act – Makes school attendance compulsory for children aged 5–10. in United Kingdom on 28 August 1880.
  • 1881
    Occupation
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Scholar.
    Citation: 3
  • 1881
    Residence
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Detail: Beer House, 49, High Street, Wardleworth.
    Citation: 3
  • 1881
    Census
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 6; Marital status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Daughter.
    Citation: 3
  • 1881
    TIMELINE
    27 April 1881 | Afghanistan
    British troops withdraw from Afghanistan, ending the Second Anglo-Afghan War. in Afghanistan on 27 April 1881.
  • 1881
    TIMELINE
    26 September 1881 | Godalming, Surrey, EnglandG
    Godalming becomes first town in England with electric street lighting. in Godalming, Surrey, EnglandG, on 26 September 1881.
  • 1882
    TIMELINE
    11 July 1882 | London, EnglandG
    Bombing in London’s Mansion House by Irish nationalists; part of the Fenian campaign. in London, EnglandG, on 11 July 1882.
  • 1883
    TIMELINE
    26 January 1883 | United Kingdom
    Married Women’s Property Act passed, allowing women to own property independently. in United Kingdom on 26 January 1883.
  • 1884
    TIMELINE
    6 December 1884 | United Kingdom
    Third Reform Act passed, extending the vote to rural male householders hitherto unable to vote. in United Kingdom on 6 December 1884.
  • 1885
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1885 | Khatoum, Sudan
    British troops, including Dowlings, occupy Khartoum; General Gordon killed during Mahdist uprising. in Khatoum, Sudan, on 1 January 1885.
  • 1886
    TIMELINE
    July 1886 | London, EnglandG
    London matchgirls, including Dowlings, strike for better working conditions, a landmark in labour activism. in London, EnglandG, on July 1886.
  • 1887
    TIMELINE
    21 June 1887 | British Empire
    Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee celebrated across the empire. in British Empire on 21 June 1887.
  • 1888
    TIMELINE
    6 October 1888 | United Kingdom
    First recorded use of fingerprinting in a UK criminal case. in United Kingdom on 6 October 1888.
  • 1889
    TIMELINE
    May 1889 | United Kingdom
    Dockers’ Strike begins in London, demanding fair wages and union recognition. in United Kingdom on May 1889.
  • 1890
    TIMELINE
    July 1890 | United Kingdom
    Housing of the Working Classes Act passed, enabling slum clearance and council housing. in United Kingdom on July 1890.
  • 1891
    Occupation
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Cotton winder (Transferred yarn onto bobbins or perns, ready for weaving .)
    Citation: 1
  • 1891
    Residence
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Detail: 9, Sam Street, Wardleworth.
    Citation: 1
  • 1891
    Census
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 16; Marital status: Unmarried; Relationship to Head: Daughter.
    Citation: 1
  • 1891
    TIMELINE
    May 1891 | United Kingdom
    Elementary Education Act raises school leaving age to 11. Also, throught year contimued expansion of public health and sanitation infrastructure. in United Kingdom on May 1891.
  • 1897
    TIMELINE
    22 June 1897 | EnglandG
    Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee celebrated with parades and public festivities. in EnglandG, on 22 June 1897.
  • 1898
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1898 | United Kingdom
    Workmen’s Compensation Act comes into effect, offering protection for injured workers; hitherto no compensation. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1898.
  • 1898
    TIMELINE
    11 October 1898 | London, EnglandG
    First motor bus service begins operation.. in London, EnglandG, on 11 October 1898.
  • 1899
    TIMELINE
    11 October 1899 | South Africa
    Second Boer War begins; British troops deployed from across the UK. in South Africa on 11 October 1899.
  • 1901
    TIMELINE
    22 January 1901 | United Kingdom
    Death of Queen Victoria (Queen from 20 June 1837); Edward VII becomes king. in United Kingdom on 22 January 1901.
  • 1901
    Residence
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 49, High Street.
    Citation: 6
  • 1901
    Census
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 25; Marital status: Unmarried; Relationship to Head: Daughter.
    Citation: 6
  • 1901
    TIMELINE
    12 December 1901 | United Kingdom
    Cornwall/Newfoundland – Marconi transmits first transatlantic wireless signal, revolutionising global communication in United Kingdom on 12 December 1901.
  • 1902
    TIMELINE
    31 May 1902 | South Africa
    Second Boer War ends with Treaty of Vereeniging; many British families affected by military service. in South Africa on 31 May 1902.
  • 1903
    TIMELINE
    23 October 1903 | London, EnglandG
    Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU) founded by Emmeline Pankhurst, launching the suffragette movement. in London, EnglandG, on 23 October 1903.
  • 1904
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1904 | United Kingdom
    Midwives Act comes into force, regulating midwifery and improving maternal care. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1904.
  • 1906
    TIMELINE
    March 1906 | United Kingdom
    School Meals Act passed, allowing local authorities to provide free meals to needy children. in United Kingdom on March 1906.
  • 1907
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1907 | United Kingdom
    Probation of Offenders Act introduces probation as an alternative to prison. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1907.
  • 1908
    TIMELINE
    1 April 1908 | United Kingdom
    Old Age Pensions Act passed, providing pensions to people over 70. in United Kingdom on 1 April 1908.
  • 1910
    TIMELINE
    6 May 1910 | United Kingdom
    King Edward VII dies; George V ascends the throne. in United Kingdom on 6 May 1910.
  • 1910
    TIMELINE
    18 November 1910 | United Kingdom
    Black Friday suffragette protest leads to violent clashes with police. in United Kingdom on 18 November 1910.
  • 1911
    Occupation
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Cotton Operative Weaver.
    Citation: 2
  • 1911
    Residence
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 46 Upper George St Rochdale, Rochdale, Lancashire, England.
    Citation: 2
  • 1911
    Census
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 36; Marital status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Sister.
    Citation: 2
  • 1913
    TIMELINE
    4 June 1913 | Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG
    British Suffragette Emily Wilding Davison dies after stepping in front of the King's horse, (incidently she also hid in cupboard to avoid 1911 census). in Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG, on 4 June 1913.
  • 1914
    TIMELINE
    28 June 1914 | Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
    World War 1 starts, following the assassination at Sarajevo, with Austria-Hungary declaring war on Serbia in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, on 28 June 1914.
  • 1914
    TIMELINE
    4 August 1914 | United Kingdom
    UK declares war on Germany - start of World War I in United Kingdom on 4 August 1914.
  • 1916
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1916 | United Kingdom
    Military Service Act introduces conscription for men aged 18 to 41. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1916.
  • TIMELINE
    Between 1918 and 1920 | World
    Flu Pandemic - Many deaths among civilian (Worldwide: 17 to 100 million estimate; UK: .228 million estimate) in World on between 1918 and 1920.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    6 February 1918 | United Kingdom
    Representation of the People Act grants vote to 'some' women over 30. in United Kingdom on 6 February 1918.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    11 November 1918 | World
    World War 1 ends with millions dead and armistice in Germany in World on 11 November 1918.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    19 July 1920 | United Kingdom
    Irish Republican Army attacks intenify, including in England, as the Irish War of Independence begins. in United Kingdom on 19 July 1920.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    8 August 1920 | United Kingdom
    Education Act raises school leaving age to 14 years. in United Kingdom on 8 August 1920.
  • 1921
    Residence
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: Lancashire; 3 James Place; Parish: Rochdale.
    Citation: 5
  • 1921
    TIMELINE
    19 June 1921 | United Kingdom
    1921 Census conducted. Includes employment, industry, and household structure; vital for postwar family reconstruction. in United Kingdom on 19 June 1921.
  • 1921
    Occupation
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    J Brights Bros Ltd (262): Cotton Winder; Fieldhouse Mills, Rochdale.
    Citation: 5
  • 1921
    Census
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 46 years, 11 months; Marital status: Unmarried; Relationship to Head: Head.
    Citation: 5
  • 1922
    TIMELINE
    15 November 1922 | London, EnglandG
    BBC begins regular radio broadcasts. Families gather around wireless sets; new era of domestic entertainment begins. in London, EnglandG, on 15 November 1922.
  • 1925
    TIMELINE
    28 October 1925 | United Kingdom
    Coal miners strike over wage reductions. Widespread hardship and food shortages in mining communities documented in local papers. in United Kingdom on 28 October 1925.
  • 1926
    TIMELINE
    1 May 1926 | United Kingdom
    General Strike begins. Over 1.5 million workers walk out; transport and industry disrupted nationwide for nine days. in United Kingdom on 1 May 1926.
  • 1929
    TIMELINE
    7 June 1929 | United Kingdom
    Labour Party wins general election. Ramsay MacDonald forms government; growing working-class political engagement. in United Kingdom on 7 June 1929.
  • 1929
    TIMELINE
    24 October 1929 | World
    Wall Street and Global stock market crash. Economic depression leads to rising unemployment and hardship in British households. in World on 24 October 1929.
  • 1930
    TIMELINE
    1930 | United Kingdom
    Slum clearance programmes begin. Many families relocated to new council estates; living conditions slowly improve. in United Kingdom on 1930.
  • 1931
    Census
    26 April 1931 | United Kingdom
    Enumerated on the census as Catherine Dowling may have been enumerated in the 1931 census but the records were destroyed in a fire in 1942.
  • 1932
    TIMELINE
    1932 | Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, England
    Shipyard closure triggers mass unemployment. Community experiences long-term poverty and hardship. in Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, England, on 1932.
  • 1936
    TIMELINE
    5 October 1936 | Jarrow, England
    Jarrow March begins. 200 men walk to London in protest of unemployment; event receives national attention and sympathy. in Jarrow, England, on 5 October 1936.
  • 1937
    TIMELINE
    12 May 1937 | London, EnglandG
    Coronation of King George VI. Nationwide celebrations; street parties and commemorative souvenirs bring communities together. in London, EnglandG, on 12 May 1937.
  • 1938
    TIMELINE
    30 September 1938 | United Kingdom
    Munich Agreement signed. “Peace for our time” declared; families quietly begin preparing for possible war. in United Kingdom on 30 September 1938.
  • 1939
    TIMELINE
    1 September 1939 | United Kingdom
    Operation Pied Piper begins. Over 1 million children evacuated from cities; families divided as war approaches. in United Kingdom on 1 September 1939.
  • 1939
    TIMELINE
    3 September 1939 | United Kingdom
    Britain declares war on Germany. Start of WWII; blackout rules enforced, gas masks issued, rationing begins. in United Kingdom on 3 September 1939.
  • 1939
    Occupation
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Cotton Winder (Retired.)
    Citation: 4
  • 1939
    Residence
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 3 Upper George Street, Rochdale.
    Citation: 4
  • 1939
    Census
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 65; Marital status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Head.
    Citation: 4

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    DECEASED

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • National Origin
    The national origin of Catherine Dowling was British.
    Citations: 1,6,2,3,5
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study Catherine Dowling has the reference number 59333.
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EthnicityBritish
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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England, Lancashire - ALL
England, London - ALL
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France
Weaving
World War 1
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  1. [S2536] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1891%2F3336%2F0192&parentid=GBC%2F1891%2F0023081021,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JOHN household of Wardleworth, Rochdale, Wardleworth, Lancashire, England; , Enumeration district: 7, Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale, Ecclesiastical parish or district: St Marys, Archive reference: RG12, Piece number: 3336, Folio: 93, Page: 12, Schedule: 53; Record ID: GBC/1891/0023081021; Across two pages; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place John Dowling Head Married Male 48 1843 Railway porter Ireland Mary Dowling Wife Married Female 39 1852 - Ireland Anne Dowling Daughter Single Female 22 1869 Tailors machinist Gibraltar Mary Dowling Daughter Single Female 21 1870 Cotton winder China Catherine Dowling Daughter Single Female 16 1875 Cotton winder South Africa Frederick Dowling Son - Male 14 1877 Eyelet maker Manchester, Lancashire, England William Dowling Son - Male 10 1881 Scholar Rochdale, Lancashire, England James Dowling Son - Male 8 1883 Scholar Rochdale, Lancashire, England Lawrence Dowling Son - Male 1 1890 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1891/0023081021. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1891-ENG-Dowling-John-1843-Lancashire-Rochdale-A
    Census-1891-ENG-Dowling-John-1843-Lancashire-Rochdale-B
  2. [S1977] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1911%2FRG14%2F24664%2F0551&parentid=GBC%2F1911%2FRG14%2F24664%2F0551%2F4,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, FREDERICK household of Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Piece number: 24664;Schedule: 276; Record ID: GBC/1911/RG14/24664/0551/1; First name(s) Last name Relationship to head Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place Frederick Dowling Brother Single Male 34 1877 Labourer general Salford Lancs Catherine Dowling Sister Single Female 36 1875 Cotton operative weaver Africa Resident James Dowling Brother Single Male 27 1884 Bricklayer Rochdale Lancs Lawrence Dowling Brother Single Male 21 1890 Labourer bricklayers Rochdale Lancs,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1911/RG14/24664/0551/1. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1911-ENG-Dowling-Frederick-1877-Lancashire-Rochdale
  3. [S2523] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1881%2F4361638%2F00566&parentid=GBC%2F1881%2F0019029336,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JOHN household of Wardleworth, WardleworthLancashire, England; Archive reference: RG11; Piece number: 4113; Folio: 78; Page: 23; Schedule: 613; ; Record ID: GBC/1881/0019029336; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place John Dowling Head Married Male 39 1842 Beer seller Ireland Mary Dowling Wife Married Female 30 1851 - Ireland Annie Dowling Daughter Single Female 12 1869 Scholar Gibraltar Mary Dowling Daughter Single Female 10 1871 Scholar China John Dowling Son Single Male 9 1872 Scholar South Africa Catherine Dowling Daughter Single Female 6 1875 Scholar South Africa Fredrick Dowling Son Single Male 4 1877 Scholar Manchester, Lancashire, England William Dowling Son Single Male 0 1881 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 9 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1881 England, Wales & Scotland Census | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1881/0019029336. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1881-ENG-Dowling-John-1842-Lancashire-Rochdale-A
  4. [S2510] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=TNA%2FR39%2F4586%2F4586G%2F006&parentid=TNA%2FR39%2F4586%2F4586G%2F006%2F42,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, CATHERINE household of 3 Upper George Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, Lancashire, England; Archive reference: RG101/4586G/006/41, Piece number: 4586G, E D letter code: NNAP, Item number: 6, Line number: 41, Record ID: TNA/R39/4586/4586G/006/41, Schedule: 76, Schedule Sub Number: 1; ; First name(s) Last name(s) Birth date Sex Occupation Marital status Schedule Schedule sub number Catherine Dowling 31 Jul 1874 Female Cotton Winder (Retired) Single 76 1 Fred Dowling 25 Aug 1876 Male Hoist Attendant Single 76 2,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 10 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=TNA/R39/4586/4586G/006/41. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1939-ENG-Dowling-Catherine-1874-Lancashire-Lancashire-Rochdale-C-B-A
  5. [S4806] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20028%2F0387&parentid=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20028%2F0387%2F01,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, CATHERINE household of 3 James Place, Rochdale, Lancashire, England; , Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale PBFolio: ; Page: ; Record ID: GBC/1921/RG15/20028/0387/01; Registration district number: 470; Sub-district number: 5; Enumeration district number: 14; Archive series: RG 15; Piece number: 20028; Schedule number: 194; Schedule type code: E; Schedule type: England household, single page, 10 entries; District reference: RD 470 RS 5 ED 14; Gender: Female; Age: 46; Birth year: 1874; Birth place: Natal, South Africa; Other household member's - Last name(s): ; First name(s): ,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 10 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1921/RG15/20028/0387/01. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1921-ENG-Dowling-Catherine-1874-Lancashire-Rochdale-A
  6. [S1583] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1901%2F3839-3841%2F0110&parentid=GBC%2F1901%2F0022150281,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, MARY household of Rochdale, Lancashire, England; , Enumeration district: 3, Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale, Ecclesiastical parish or district: St Mary's, Archive reference: RG13, Piece number: 3839, Folio: 52, Page: 15, Schedule: 95; Record ID: GBC/1901/0022150281; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place Mary Dowling Head Widow Female 49 1852 Beerseller Ireland Annie Dowling Daughter Single Female 29 1872 Tailoress Gibraltar Kate Dowling Daughter Single Female 25 1876 - Cape, South Africa Frederick Dowling Son Single Male 23 1878 - Salford, Lancashire, England Lawrence Dowling Son Single Male 10 1891 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1901/0022150281. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Frederick Berry Dowling1

M, #59334, b. 25 August 1876, d. DECEASED
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Father*John Dowling (b. 1843, d. between October and December 1896)
Mother*Mary Magrath (b. 1848, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathFrederick Berry Dowling died DECEASED.
BirthHe was born on 25 August 1876 in Salford, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Salford, Lancashire, Index: Salford - 1876 Jul-Sep Volume 8D Page 152.2,3,1


Census Summary

1880
Census
3 Apr 18814
1890
Census
5 Apr 18915
1900
Census
31 Mar 19016
1910
Census
2 Apr 19117
1920
Census
19 Jun 19212
1930
Census
26 Apr 1931
Census
29 Sep 19393

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • Name Fred Dowling
    Citation: 3
  • Aka Frederick Dowling
    Citations: 4,5,6,7,2
  • TIMELINE
    Between 1 July and 18 November 1916 | France
    World War 1 - Battle of Somme rages with heavy British casualties (95,675 killed or missing) in France on between 1 July and 18 November 1916.
  • TIMELINE
    Between 8 August and 9 November 1888 | Whitechapel, Tower Hamlets, London, England
    Jack the Ripper murders terrorise London's East End. in Whitechapel, Tower Hamlets, London, England, on between 8 August and 9 November 1888.
  • TIMELINE
    Between 009 and 12 March 1891 | EnglandG
    South & West England – Great Blizzard causes 220 deaths and sinks 14 ships. in EnglandG, on between 009 and 12 March 1891.
  • 1876
    Birth
    25 August 1876 | Salford, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Frederick Berry Dowling was born on 25 August 1876 in Salford, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Salford, Lancashire, Index: Salford - 1876 Jul-Sep Volume 8D Page 152.
    Citations: 2,3,1
  • 1877
    Birth
    1877 | Salford, Manchester, Lancashire, England
    He was born in 1877 in Salford, Manchester, Lancashire, England. Note: Lancashire.
    Citations: 5,7,4
  • 1878
    Birth
    1878 | Salford, Lancashire, EnglandG
    He was born in 1878 in Salford, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Salford, Lancashire.
    Citation: 6
  • 1878
    TIMELINE
    November 1878 | Afganistan
    Second Afghan War begins – Britain intervenes after diplomatic tensions with Russia and Afghanistan. British troops including Dowlings go to war. in Afganistan on November 1878.
  • 1879
    TIMELINE
    22 January 1879 | Africa
    Anglo-Zulu War – Conflict in South Africa; British forces, including Dowlings, ultimately defeat the Zulu Kingdom. in Africa on 22 January 1879.
  • 1880
    TIMELINE
    28 August 1880 | United Kingdom
    Elementary Education Act – Makes school attendance compulsory for children aged 5–10. in United Kingdom on 28 August 1880.
  • 1881
    Residence
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Detail: Beer House, 49, High Street, Wardleworth.
    Citation: 4
  • 1881
    Occupation
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Scholar.
    Citation: 4
  • 1881
    Census
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 4; Marital status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Son.
    Citation: 4
  • 1881
    TIMELINE
    27 April 1881 | Afghanistan
    British troops withdraw from Afghanistan, ending the Second Anglo-Afghan War. in Afghanistan on 27 April 1881.
  • 1881
    TIMELINE
    26 September 1881 | Godalming, Surrey, EnglandG
    Godalming becomes first town in England with electric street lighting. in Godalming, Surrey, EnglandG, on 26 September 1881.
  • 1882
    TIMELINE
    11 July 1882 | London, EnglandG
    Bombing in London’s Mansion House by Irish nationalists; part of the Fenian campaign. in London, EnglandG, on 11 July 1882.
  • 1883
    TIMELINE
    26 January 1883 | United Kingdom
    Married Women’s Property Act passed, allowing women to own property independently. in United Kingdom on 26 January 1883.
  • 1884
    TIMELINE
    6 December 1884 | United Kingdom
    Third Reform Act passed, extending the vote to rural male householders hitherto unable to vote. in United Kingdom on 6 December 1884.
  • 1885
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1885 | Khatoum, Sudan
    British troops, including Dowlings, occupy Khartoum; General Gordon killed during Mahdist uprising. in Khatoum, Sudan, on 1 January 1885.
  • 1886
    TIMELINE
    July 1886 | London, EnglandG
    London matchgirls, including Dowlings, strike for better working conditions, a landmark in labour activism. in London, EnglandG, on July 1886.
  • 1887
    TIMELINE
    21 June 1887 | British Empire
    Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee celebrated across the empire. in British Empire on 21 June 1887.
  • 1888
    TIMELINE
    6 October 1888 | United Kingdom
    First recorded use of fingerprinting in a UK criminal case. in United Kingdom on 6 October 1888.
  • 1889
    TIMELINE
    May 1889 | United Kingdom
    Dockers’ Strike begins in London, demanding fair wages and union recognition. in United Kingdom on May 1889.
  • 1890
    TIMELINE
    July 1890 | United Kingdom
    Housing of the Working Classes Act passed, enabling slum clearance and council housing. in United Kingdom on July 1890.
  • 1891
    Occupation
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Eyelet maker.
    Citation: 5
  • 1891
    Residence
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Detail: 9, Sam Street, Wardleworth.
    Citation: 5
  • 1891
    Census
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 14; Relationship to Head: Son.
    Citation: 5
  • 1891
    TIMELINE
    May 1891 | United Kingdom
    Elementary Education Act raises school leaving age to 11. Also, throught year contimued expansion of public health and sanitation infrastructure. in United Kingdom on May 1891.
  • 1897
    TIMELINE
    22 June 1897 | EnglandG
    Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee celebrated with parades and public festivities. in EnglandG, on 22 June 1897.
  • 1898
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1898 | United Kingdom
    Workmen’s Compensation Act comes into effect, offering protection for injured workers; hitherto no compensation. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1898.
  • 1898
    TIMELINE
    11 October 1898 | London, EnglandG
    First motor bus service begins operation.. in London, EnglandG, on 11 October 1898.
  • 1899
    TIMELINE
    11 October 1899 | South Africa
    Second Boer War begins; British troops deployed from across the UK. in South Africa on 11 October 1899.
  • 1901
    TIMELINE
    22 January 1901 | United Kingdom
    Death of Queen Victoria (Queen from 20 June 1837); Edward VII becomes king. in United Kingdom on 22 January 1901.
  • 1901
    Residence
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 49, High Street.
    Citation: 6
  • 1901
    Census
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 23; Marital status: Unmarried; Relationship to Head: Son.
    Citation: 6
  • 1901
    TIMELINE
    12 December 1901 | United Kingdom
    Cornwall/Newfoundland – Marconi transmits first transatlantic wireless signal, revolutionising global communication in United Kingdom on 12 December 1901.
  • 1902
    TIMELINE
    31 May 1902 | South Africa
    Second Boer War ends with Treaty of Vereeniging; many British families affected by military service. in South Africa on 31 May 1902.
  • 1903
    TIMELINE
    23 October 1903 | London, EnglandG
    Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU) founded by Emmeline Pankhurst, launching the suffragette movement. in London, EnglandG, on 23 October 1903.
  • 1904
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1904 | United Kingdom
    Midwives Act comes into force, regulating midwifery and improving maternal care. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1904.
  • 1906
    TIMELINE
    March 1906 | United Kingdom
    School Meals Act passed, allowing local authorities to provide free meals to needy children. in United Kingdom on March 1906.
  • 1907
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1907 | United Kingdom
    Probation of Offenders Act introduces probation as an alternative to prison. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1907.
  • 1908
    TIMELINE
    1 April 1908 | United Kingdom
    Old Age Pensions Act passed, providing pensions to people over 70. in United Kingdom on 1 April 1908.
  • 1910
    TIMELINE
    6 May 1910 | United Kingdom
    King Edward VII dies; George V ascends the throne. in United Kingdom on 6 May 1910.
  • 1910
    TIMELINE
    18 November 1910 | United Kingdom
    Black Friday suffragette protest leads to violent clashes with police. in United Kingdom on 18 November 1910.
  • 1911
    Occupation
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Labourer General.
    Citation: 7
  • 1911
    Residence
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 46 Upper George St Rochdale, Rochdale, Lancashire, England.
    Citation: 7
  • 1911
    Census
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 34; Marital status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Brother.
    Citation: 7
  • 1913
    TIMELINE
    4 June 1913 | Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG
    British Suffragette Emily Wilding Davison dies after stepping in front of the King's horse, (incidently she also hid in cupboard to avoid 1911 census). in Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG, on 4 June 1913.
  • 1914
    TIMELINE
    28 June 1914 | Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
    World War 1 starts, following the assassination at Sarajevo, with Austria-Hungary declaring war on Serbia in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, on 28 June 1914.
  • 1914
    TIMELINE
    4 August 1914 | United Kingdom
    UK declares war on Germany - start of World War I in United Kingdom on 4 August 1914.
  • 1916
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1916 | United Kingdom
    Military Service Act introduces conscription for men aged 18 to 41. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1916.
  • TIMELINE
    Between 1918 and 1920 | World
    Flu Pandemic - Many deaths among civilian (Worldwide: 17 to 100 million estimate; UK: .228 million estimate) in World on between 1918 and 1920.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    6 February 1918 | United Kingdom
    Representation of the People Act grants vote to 'some' women over 30. in United Kingdom on 6 February 1918.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    11 November 1918 | World
    World War 1 ends with millions dead and armistice in Germany in World on 11 November 1918.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    19 July 1920 | United Kingdom
    Irish Republican Army attacks intenify, including in England, as the Irish War of Independence begins. in United Kingdom on 19 July 1920.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    8 August 1920 | United Kingdom
    Education Act raises school leaving age to 14 years. in United Kingdom on 8 August 1920.
  • 1921
    Residence
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: Lancashire; 69 Toad Lane; Parish: Rochdale.
    Citation: 2
  • 1921
    Census
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 44 years, 10 months; Marital status: Unmarried; Relationship to Head: Boarder.
    Citation: 2
  • 1921
    Occupation
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Calender Man; Asbestos Worker for Turner Brothers Asbestos Manufacturers (305) Rochdale.
    Citation: 2
  • 1921
    TIMELINE
    19 June 1921 | United Kingdom
    1921 Census conducted. Includes employment, industry, and household structure; vital for postwar family reconstruction. in United Kingdom on 19 June 1921.
  • 1922
    TIMELINE
    15 November 1922 | London, EnglandG
    BBC begins regular radio broadcasts. Families gather around wireless sets; new era of domestic entertainment begins. in London, EnglandG, on 15 November 1922.
  • 1925
    TIMELINE
    28 October 1925 | United Kingdom
    Coal miners strike over wage reductions. Widespread hardship and food shortages in mining communities documented in local papers. in United Kingdom on 28 October 1925.
  • 1926
    TIMELINE
    1 May 1926 | United Kingdom
    General Strike begins. Over 1.5 million workers walk out; transport and industry disrupted nationwide for nine days. in United Kingdom on 1 May 1926.
  • 1929
    TIMELINE
    7 June 1929 | United Kingdom
    Labour Party wins general election. Ramsay MacDonald forms government; growing working-class political engagement. in United Kingdom on 7 June 1929.
  • 1929
    TIMELINE
    24 October 1929 | World
    Wall Street and Global stock market crash. Economic depression leads to rising unemployment and hardship in British households. in World on 24 October 1929.
  • 1930
    TIMELINE
    1930 | United Kingdom
    Slum clearance programmes begin. Many families relocated to new council estates; living conditions slowly improve. in United Kingdom on 1930.
  • 1931
    Census
    26 April 1931 | United Kingdom
    Enumerated on the census as Fred Dowling may have been enumerated in the 1931 census but the records were destroyed in a fire in 1942.
  • 1932
    TIMELINE
    1932 | Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, England
    Shipyard closure triggers mass unemployment. Community experiences long-term poverty and hardship. in Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, England, on 1932.
  • 1936
    TIMELINE
    5 October 1936 | Jarrow, England
    Jarrow March begins. 200 men walk to London in protest of unemployment; event receives national attention and sympathy. in Jarrow, England, on 5 October 1936.
  • 1937
    TIMELINE
    12 May 1937 | London, EnglandG
    Coronation of King George VI. Nationwide celebrations; street parties and commemorative souvenirs bring communities together. in London, EnglandG, on 12 May 1937.
  • 1938
    TIMELINE
    30 September 1938 | United Kingdom
    Munich Agreement signed. “Peace for our time” declared; families quietly begin preparing for possible war. in United Kingdom on 30 September 1938.
  • 1939
    TIMELINE
    1 September 1939 | United Kingdom
    Operation Pied Piper begins. Over 1 million children evacuated from cities; families divided as war approaches. in United Kingdom on 1 September 1939.
  • 1939
    TIMELINE
    3 September 1939 | United Kingdom
    Britain declares war on Germany. Start of WWII; blackout rules enforced, gas masks issued, rationing begins. in United Kingdom on 3 September 1939.
  • 1939
    Residence
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 3 Upper George Street, Rochdale.
    Citation: 3
  • 1939
    Occupation
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Hoist Attendant.
    Citation: 3
  • 1939
    Census
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 63; Marital status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: (Brother.)
    Citation: 3

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    DECEASED

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • National Origin
    The national origin of Frederick Berry Dowling was English.
    Citations: 5,6,7,4,2,1
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study Frederick Berry Dowling has the reference number 59334.
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EthnicityEnglish
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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  1. [S3654] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FB%2F1876%2F3%2FAZ%2F000155&parentid=BMD%2FB%2F1876%2F3%2FAZ%2F000155%2F182,
    Repository: United Kingdom General Register Office,
    Citation Detail: Birth of DOWLING, FREDERICK BERRY; Apparent Gender: Male; Mother's maiden name: McGrath; in Salford, Lancashire, England;Index: Salford - 1876 Jul-Sep Volume 8D Page 152,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 11 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: England & Wales Births 1837-2006 | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/B/1876/3/AZ/000155/182. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    BirthIndex-Dowling-1876-Q3-E&W
  2. [S5264] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F19998%2F0049&parentid=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F19998%2F0049%2F02,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, FRED household of 69 Toad Lane, Rochdale, Lancashire, England; , Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale PBFolio: ; Page: ; Record ID: GBC/1921/RG15/19998/0049/02; Registration district number: 470; Sub-district number: 4; Enumeration district number: 1; Archive series: RG 15; Piece number: 19998; Schedule number: 23; Schedule type code: E; Schedule type: England household, single page, 10 entries; District reference: RD 470 RS 4 ED 1; Gender: Male; Age: 44; Birth year: 1876; Birth place: Salford, Lancashire, England; Other household member's - Last name(s): Taylor, Fisher, Shallow, Cunliffe; First name(s): Emma, Frederick John, Samuel, Patrick, John, Tom,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 10 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1921/RG15/19998/0049/02. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1921-ENG-Dowling-Fred-1876-Lancashire-Rochdale-A
  3. [S2510] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=TNA%2FR39%2F4586%2F4586G%2F006&parentid=TNA%2FR39%2F4586%2F4586G%2F006%2F42,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, CATHERINE household of 3 Upper George Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, Lancashire, England; Archive reference: RG101/4586G/006/41, Piece number: 4586G, E D letter code: NNAP, Item number: 6, Line number: 41, Record ID: TNA/R39/4586/4586G/006/41, Schedule: 76, Schedule Sub Number: 1; ; First name(s) Last name(s) Birth date Sex Occupation Marital status Schedule Schedule sub number Catherine Dowling 31 Jul 1874 Female Cotton Winder (Retired) Single 76 1 Fred Dowling 25 Aug 1876 Male Hoist Attendant Single 76 2,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 10 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=TNA/R39/4586/4586G/006/41. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1939-ENG-Dowling-Catherine-1874-Lancashire-Lancashire-Rochdale-C-B-A
  4. [S2523] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1881%2F4361638%2F00566&parentid=GBC%2F1881%2F0019029336,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JOHN household of Wardleworth, WardleworthLancashire, England; Archive reference: RG11; Piece number: 4113; Folio: 78; Page: 23; Schedule: 613; ; Record ID: GBC/1881/0019029336; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place John Dowling Head Married Male 39 1842 Beer seller Ireland Mary Dowling Wife Married Female 30 1851 - Ireland Annie Dowling Daughter Single Female 12 1869 Scholar Gibraltar Mary Dowling Daughter Single Female 10 1871 Scholar China John Dowling Son Single Male 9 1872 Scholar South Africa Catherine Dowling Daughter Single Female 6 1875 Scholar South Africa Fredrick Dowling Son Single Male 4 1877 Scholar Manchester, Lancashire, England William Dowling Son Single Male 0 1881 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 9 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1881 England, Wales & Scotland Census | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1881/0019029336. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1881-ENG-Dowling-John-1842-Lancashire-Rochdale-A
  5. [S2536] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1891%2F3336%2F0192&parentid=GBC%2F1891%2F0023081021,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JOHN household of Wardleworth, Rochdale, Wardleworth, Lancashire, England; , Enumeration district: 7, Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale, Ecclesiastical parish or district: St Marys, Archive reference: RG12, Piece number: 3336, Folio: 93, Page: 12, Schedule: 53; Record ID: GBC/1891/0023081021; Across two pages; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place John Dowling Head Married Male 48 1843 Railway porter Ireland Mary Dowling Wife Married Female 39 1852 - Ireland Anne Dowling Daughter Single Female 22 1869 Tailors machinist Gibraltar Mary Dowling Daughter Single Female 21 1870 Cotton winder China Catherine Dowling Daughter Single Female 16 1875 Cotton winder South Africa Frederick Dowling Son - Male 14 1877 Eyelet maker Manchester, Lancashire, England William Dowling Son - Male 10 1881 Scholar Rochdale, Lancashire, England James Dowling Son - Male 8 1883 Scholar Rochdale, Lancashire, England Lawrence Dowling Son - Male 1 1890 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1891/0023081021. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1891-ENG-Dowling-John-1843-Lancashire-Rochdale-A
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  6. [S1583] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1901%2F3839-3841%2F0110&parentid=GBC%2F1901%2F0022150281,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, MARY household of Rochdale, Lancashire, England; , Enumeration district: 3, Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale, Ecclesiastical parish or district: St Mary's, Archive reference: RG13, Piece number: 3839, Folio: 52, Page: 15, Schedule: 95; Record ID: GBC/1901/0022150281; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place Mary Dowling Head Widow Female 49 1852 Beerseller Ireland Annie Dowling Daughter Single Female 29 1872 Tailoress Gibraltar Kate Dowling Daughter Single Female 25 1876 - Cape, South Africa Frederick Dowling Son Single Male 23 1878 - Salford, Lancashire, England Lawrence Dowling Son Single Male 10 1891 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1901/0022150281. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  7. [S1977] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1911%2FRG14%2F24664%2F0551&parentid=GBC%2F1911%2FRG14%2F24664%2F0551%2F4,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, FREDERICK household of Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Piece number: 24664;Schedule: 276; Record ID: GBC/1911/RG14/24664/0551/1; First name(s) Last name Relationship to head Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place Frederick Dowling Brother Single Male 34 1877 Labourer general Salford Lancs Catherine Dowling Sister Single Female 36 1875 Cotton operative weaver Africa Resident James Dowling Brother Single Male 27 1884 Bricklayer Rochdale Lancs Lawrence Dowling Brother Single Male 21 1890 Labourer bricklayers Rochdale Lancs,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1911/RG14/24664/0551/1. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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William Dowling1,2,3,4

M, #59335, b. June 1880, d. between October and December 1896
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Father*John Dowling (b. 1843, d. between October and December 1896)
Mother*Mary Magrath (b. 1848, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathWilliam Dowling died between October and December 1896, in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Age: 16; Formerly: Lancashire; Index: Rochdale - 1896 Oct-Dec; Volume 8E, Page 38.4
BirthHe was born in June 1880 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Index: Rochdale - 1880 Apr-Jun Volume 8E Page 62.1,2,3,4


Census Summary

1880
Census
3 Apr 18812
1890
Census
5 Apr 18911

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • TIMELINE
    Between 8 August and 9 November 1888 | Whitechapel, Tower Hamlets, London, England
    Jack the Ripper murders terrorise London's East End. in Whitechapel, Tower Hamlets, London, England, on between 8 August and 9 November 1888.
  • Residence
    Between October and December 1896 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Citation: 4
  • 1880
    Birth
    June 1880 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    William Dowling was born in June 1880 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Index: Rochdale - 1880 Apr-Jun Volume 8E Page 62.
    Citations: 1,2,3,4
  • 1881
    Residence
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Detail: Beer House, 49, High Street, Wardleworth.
    Citation: 2
  • 1881
    Census
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 10 months; Marital status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Son.
    Citation: 2
  • 1882
    TIMELINE
    11 July 1882 | London, EnglandG
    Bombing in London’s Mansion House by Irish nationalists; part of the Fenian campaign. in London, EnglandG, on 11 July 1882.
  • 1883
    TIMELINE
    26 January 1883 | United Kingdom
    Married Women’s Property Act passed, allowing women to own property independently. in United Kingdom on 26 January 1883.
  • 1884
    TIMELINE
    6 December 1884 | United Kingdom
    Third Reform Act passed, extending the vote to rural male householders hitherto unable to vote. in United Kingdom on 6 December 1884.
  • 1885
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1885 | Khatoum, Sudan
    British troops, including Dowlings, occupy Khartoum; General Gordon killed during Mahdist uprising. in Khatoum, Sudan, on 1 January 1885.
  • 1886
    TIMELINE
    July 1886 | London, EnglandG
    London matchgirls, including Dowlings, strike for better working conditions, a landmark in labour activism. in London, EnglandG, on July 1886.
  • 1887
    TIMELINE
    21 June 1887 | British Empire
    Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee celebrated across the empire. in British Empire on 21 June 1887.
  • 1888
    TIMELINE
    6 October 1888 | United Kingdom
    First recorded use of fingerprinting in a UK criminal case. in United Kingdom on 6 October 1888.
  • 1889
    TIMELINE
    May 1889 | United Kingdom
    Dockers’ Strike begins in London, demanding fair wages and union recognition. in United Kingdom on May 1889.
  • 1890
    TIMELINE
    July 1890 | United Kingdom
    Housing of the Working Classes Act passed, enabling slum clearance and council housing. in United Kingdom on July 1890.
  • 1891
    Occupation
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Scholar.
    Citation: 1
  • 1891
    Residence
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Detail: 9, Sam Street, Wardleworth.
    Citation: 1
  • 1891
    Census
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 10; Relationship to Head: Son.
    Citation: 1

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    Between October and December 1896 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    William Dowling died between October and December 1896, in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Age: 16; Formerly: Lancashire; Index: Rochdale - 1896 Oct-Dec; Volume 8E, Page 38.
    Citation: 4

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • National Origin
    The national origin of William Dowling was English.
    Citations: 1,2,3
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study William Dowling has the reference number 59335.
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EthnicityEnglish
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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Cause of Death
Census 1881 England
Census 1891 England
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England - All
England, Lancashire - ALL
England, London - ALL
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  1. [S2536] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1891%2F3336%2F0192&parentid=GBC%2F1891%2F0023081021,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JOHN household of Wardleworth, Rochdale, Wardleworth, Lancashire, England; , Enumeration district: 7, Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale, Ecclesiastical parish or district: St Marys, Archive reference: RG12, Piece number: 3336, Folio: 93, Page: 12, Schedule: 53; Record ID: GBC/1891/0023081021; Across two pages; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place John Dowling Head Married Male 48 1843 Railway porter Ireland Mary Dowling Wife Married Female 39 1852 - Ireland Anne Dowling Daughter Single Female 22 1869 Tailors machinist Gibraltar Mary Dowling Daughter Single Female 21 1870 Cotton winder China Catherine Dowling Daughter Single Female 16 1875 Cotton winder South Africa Frederick Dowling Son - Male 14 1877 Eyelet maker Manchester, Lancashire, England William Dowling Son - Male 10 1881 Scholar Rochdale, Lancashire, England James Dowling Son - Male 8 1883 Scholar Rochdale, Lancashire, England Lawrence Dowling Son - Male 1 1890 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1891/0023081021. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1891-ENG-Dowling-John-1843-Lancashire-Rochdale-A
    Census-1891-ENG-Dowling-John-1843-Lancashire-Rochdale-B
  2. [S2523] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1881%2F4361638%2F00566&parentid=GBC%2F1881%2F0019029336,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JOHN household of Wardleworth, WardleworthLancashire, England; Archive reference: RG11; Piece number: 4113; Folio: 78; Page: 23; Schedule: 613; ; Record ID: GBC/1881/0019029336; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place John Dowling Head Married Male 39 1842 Beer seller Ireland Mary Dowling Wife Married Female 30 1851 - Ireland Annie Dowling Daughter Single Female 12 1869 Scholar Gibraltar Mary Dowling Daughter Single Female 10 1871 Scholar China John Dowling Son Single Male 9 1872 Scholar South Africa Catherine Dowling Daughter Single Female 6 1875 Scholar South Africa Fredrick Dowling Son Single Male 4 1877 Scholar Manchester, Lancashire, England William Dowling Son Single Male 0 1881 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 9 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1881 England, Wales & Scotland Census | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1881/0019029336. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1881-ENG-Dowling-John-1842-Lancashire-Rochdale-A
  3. [S3654] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Index: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FB%2F1880%2F2%2FAZ%2F000165&parentid=BMD%2FB%2F1880%2F2%2FAZ%2F000165%2F255,
    Repository: United Kingdom General Register Office,
    Citation Detail: Birth of DOWLING, WILLIAM; Apparent Gender: Male; Mother's maiden name: McGrath; in Rochdale, Lancashire, England;Index: Rochdale - 1880 Apr-Jun Volume 8E Page 62,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 11 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: England & Wales Births 1837-2006 | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/B/1880/2/AZ/000165/255. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  4. [S4807] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FD%2F1896%2F4%2FAZ%2F000101&parentid=BMD%2FD%2F1896%2F4%2FAZ%2F000101%2F369,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Death of DOWLING, WILLIAM in Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Age: 16; 1880; Index: Rochdale - 1896 Oct-Dec; 1896- Volume 8E Page 38,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 11 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/D/1896/4/AZ/000101/369. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Lawrence Dowling1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8

M, #59336, b. 31 March 1890, d. between October and December 1948
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Father*John Dowling (b. 1843, d. between October and December 1896)
Mother*Mary Magrath (b. 1848, d. DECEASED)
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Partner: Alice Whip (b. 31 December 1890, d. DECEASED)

Children:

Daughter*Alice Dowling (b. 1913, d. DECEASED)
Son*John Dowling (b. 10 July 1918, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathLawrence Dowling died between October and December 1948, in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Age: 58; Formerly: Lancashire; Index: Rochdale - 1948 Oct-Dec; Volume 10F, Page 357.6
BirthHe was born on 31 March 1890 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Lancashire; Index: Rochdale - 1890 Apr-Jun Volume 8E Page 50.1,3,4,5,6,8,2
MarriageHe and Alice Whip were married on 7 August 1915 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG, Roman Catholic parish of Rochdale, St Patrick in Salford; Page: Mar.7


Census Summary

1890
Census
5 Apr 18911
1900
Census
31 Mar 19012
1910
Census
2 Apr 19113
1920
Census
19 Jun 19214
1930
Census
26 Apr 1931
Census
29 Sep 19395

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • TIMELINE
    Between 1 July and 18 November 1916 | France
    World War 1 - Battle of Somme rages with heavy British casualties (95,675 killed or missing) in France on between 1 July and 18 November 1916.
  • Residence
    Between October and December 1948 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Citation: 6
  • 1890
    Birth
    31 March 1890 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Lawrence Dowling was born on 31 March 1890 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Lancashire; Index: Rochdale - 1890 Apr-Jun Volume 8E Page 50.
    Citations: 1,3,4,5,6,8,2
  • 1891
    Census
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 1; Relationship to Head: Son.
    Citation: 1
  • 1891
    Residence
    5 April 1891 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Detail: 9, Sam Street, Wardleworth.
    Citation: 1
  • 1897
    TIMELINE
    22 June 1897 | EnglandG
    Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee celebrated with parades and public festivities. in EnglandG, on 22 June 1897.
  • 1898
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1898 | United Kingdom
    Workmen’s Compensation Act comes into effect, offering protection for injured workers; hitherto no compensation. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1898.
  • 1898
    TIMELINE
    11 October 1898 | London, EnglandG
    First motor bus service begins operation.. in London, EnglandG, on 11 October 1898.
  • 1899
    TIMELINE
    11 October 1899 | South Africa
    Second Boer War begins; British troops deployed from across the UK. in South Africa on 11 October 1899.
  • 1901
    TIMELINE
    22 January 1901 | United Kingdom
    Death of Queen Victoria (Queen from 20 June 1837); Edward VII becomes king. in United Kingdom on 22 January 1901.
  • 1901
    Census
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 10; Marital status: Unmarried; Relationship to Head: Son.
    Citation: 2
  • 1901
    Residence
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 49, High Street.
    Citation: 2
  • 1901
    TIMELINE
    12 December 1901 | United Kingdom
    Cornwall/Newfoundland – Marconi transmits first transatlantic wireless signal, revolutionising global communication in United Kingdom on 12 December 1901.
  • 1902
    TIMELINE
    31 May 1902 | South Africa
    Second Boer War ends with Treaty of Vereeniging; many British families affected by military service. in South Africa on 31 May 1902.
  • 1903
    TIMELINE
    23 October 1903 | London, EnglandG
    Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU) founded by Emmeline Pankhurst, launching the suffragette movement. in London, EnglandG, on 23 October 1903.
  • 1904
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1904 | United Kingdom
    Midwives Act comes into force, regulating midwifery and improving maternal care. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1904.
  • 1906
    TIMELINE
    March 1906 | United Kingdom
    School Meals Act passed, allowing local authorities to provide free meals to needy children. in United Kingdom on March 1906.
  • 1907
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1907 | United Kingdom
    Probation of Offenders Act introduces probation as an alternative to prison. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1907.
  • 1908
    TIMELINE
    1 April 1908 | United Kingdom
    Old Age Pensions Act passed, providing pensions to people over 70. in United Kingdom on 1 April 1908.
  • 1910
    TIMELINE
    6 May 1910 | United Kingdom
    King Edward VII dies; George V ascends the throne. in United Kingdom on 6 May 1910.
  • 1910
    TIMELINE
    18 November 1910 | United Kingdom
    Black Friday suffragette protest leads to violent clashes with police. in United Kingdom on 18 November 1910.
  • 1911
    Census
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 21; Marital status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Brother.
    Citation: 3
  • 1911
    Occupation
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Labourer Bricklayers.
    Citation: 3
  • 1911
    Residence
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 46 Upper George St Rochdale, Rochdale, Lancashire, England.
    Citation: 3
  • 1913
    TIMELINE
    4 June 1913 | Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG
    British Suffragette Emily Wilding Davison dies after stepping in front of the King's horse, (incidently she also hid in cupboard to avoid 1911 census). in Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG, on 4 June 1913.
  • 1914
    TIMELINE
    28 June 1914 | Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
    World War 1 starts, following the assassination at Sarajevo, with Austria-Hungary declaring war on Serbia in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, on 28 June 1914.
  • 1914
    TIMELINE
    4 August 1914 | United Kingdom
    UK declares war on Germany - start of World War I in United Kingdom on 4 August 1914.
  • 1915
    Marriage | Alice Whip
    7 August 1915 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Alice Whip
    Age 24
    Birth on 31 December 1890 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Death: DECEASED
    He and Alice Whip were married on 7 August 1915 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG, Roman Catholic parish of Rochdale, St Patrick in Salford; Page: Mar.
    Citation: 7
  • 1915
    Residence
    7 August 1915 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: (at marriage to Alice Whipp.)
    Citation: 7
  • 1916
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1916 | United Kingdom
    Military Service Act introduces conscription for men aged 18 to 41. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1916.
  • TIMELINE
    Between 1918 and 1920 | World
    Flu Pandemic - Many deaths among civilian (Worldwide: 17 to 100 million estimate; UK: .228 million estimate) in World on between 1918 and 1920.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    6 February 1918 | United Kingdom
    Representation of the People Act grants vote to 'some' women over 30. in United Kingdom on 6 February 1918.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    11 November 1918 | World
    World War 1 ends with millions dead and armistice in Germany in World on 11 November 1918.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    19 July 1920 | United Kingdom
    Irish Republican Army attacks intenify, including in England, as the Irish War of Independence begins. in United Kingdom on 19 July 1920.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    8 August 1920 | United Kingdom
    Education Act raises school leaving age to 14 years. in United Kingdom on 8 August 1920.
  • 1921
    Residence
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: Lancashire; 56 Elliott Street; Parish: Rochdale.
    Citation: 4
  • 1921
    TIMELINE
    19 June 1921 | United Kingdom
    1921 Census conducted. Includes employment, industry, and household structure; vital for postwar family reconstruction. in United Kingdom on 19 June 1921.
  • 1921
    Occupation
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    L & Y Railway Co (530): Goods Checker; Rochdale.
    Citation: 4
  • 1921
    Census
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 31 years, 3 months; Marital status: Married; Relationship to Head: Head.
    Citation: 4
  • 1922
    TIMELINE
    15 November 1922 | London, EnglandG
    BBC begins regular radio broadcasts. Families gather around wireless sets; new era of domestic entertainment begins. in London, EnglandG, on 15 November 1922.
  • 1925
    TIMELINE
    28 October 1925 | United Kingdom
    Coal miners strike over wage reductions. Widespread hardship and food shortages in mining communities documented in local papers. in United Kingdom on 28 October 1925.
  • 1926
    TIMELINE
    1 May 1926 | United Kingdom
    General Strike begins. Over 1.5 million workers walk out; transport and industry disrupted nationwide for nine days. in United Kingdom on 1 May 1926.
  • 1929
    TIMELINE
    7 June 1929 | United Kingdom
    Labour Party wins general election. Ramsay MacDonald forms government; growing working-class political engagement. in United Kingdom on 7 June 1929.
  • 1929
    TIMELINE
    24 October 1929 | World
    Wall Street and Global stock market crash. Economic depression leads to rising unemployment and hardship in British households. in World on 24 October 1929.
  • 1930
    TIMELINE
    1930 | United Kingdom
    Slum clearance programmes begin. Many families relocated to new council estates; living conditions slowly improve. in United Kingdom on 1930.
  • 1931
    Census
    26 April 1931 | United Kingdom
    Enumerated on the census as Lawrence Dowling may have been enumerated in the 1931 census but the records were destroyed in a fire in 1942.
  • 1932
    TIMELINE
    1932 | Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, England
    Shipyard closure triggers mass unemployment. Community experiences long-term poverty and hardship. in Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, England, on 1932.
  • 1936
    TIMELINE
    5 October 1936 | Jarrow, England
    Jarrow March begins. 200 men walk to London in protest of unemployment; event receives national attention and sympathy. in Jarrow, England, on 5 October 1936.
  • 1937
    TIMELINE
    12 May 1937 | London, EnglandG
    Coronation of King George VI. Nationwide celebrations; street parties and commemorative souvenirs bring communities together. in London, EnglandG, on 12 May 1937.
  • 1938
    TIMELINE
    30 September 1938 | United Kingdom
    Munich Agreement signed. “Peace for our time” declared; families quietly begin preparing for possible war. in United Kingdom on 30 September 1938.
  • 1939
    TIMELINE
    1 September 1939 | United Kingdom
    Operation Pied Piper begins. Over 1 million children evacuated from cities; families divided as war approaches. in United Kingdom on 1 September 1939.
  • 1939
    TIMELINE
    3 September 1939 | United Kingdom
    Britain declares war on Germany. Start of WWII; blackout rules enforced, gas masks issued, rationing begins. in United Kingdom on 3 September 1939.
  • 1939
    Occupation
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Railway Loader Checker Heavy Worker; Wartime: ARP (Air Raid Precautions.)
    Citation: 5
  • 1939
    Census
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 49; Marital status: Married; Relation to Head: Head.
    Citation: 5
  • 1939
    Residence
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 1 Hamilton Street, Rawtenstall.
    Citation: 5

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    Between October and December 1948 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Lawrence Dowling died between October and December 1948, in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Age: 58; Formerly: Lancashire; Index: Rochdale - 1948 Oct-Dec; Volume 10F, Page 357.
    Citation: 6

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • National Origin
    The national origin of Lawrence Dowling was English.
    Citations: 1,2,3,4,8
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study Lawrence Dowling has the reference number 59336.
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EthnicityEnglish
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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Death Age
England - All
England, Lancashire - ALL
England, London - ALL
England, Surrey - ALL
England, Tyne and Wear - ALL
France
Labourers
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  1. [S2536] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1891%2F3336%2F0192&parentid=GBC%2F1891%2F0023081021,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JOHN household of Wardleworth, Rochdale, Wardleworth, Lancashire, England; , Enumeration district: 7, Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale, Ecclesiastical parish or district: St Marys, Archive reference: RG12, Piece number: 3336, Folio: 93, Page: 12, Schedule: 53; Record ID: GBC/1891/0023081021; Across two pages; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place John Dowling Head Married Male 48 1843 Railway porter Ireland Mary Dowling Wife Married Female 39 1852 - Ireland Anne Dowling Daughter Single Female 22 1869 Tailors machinist Gibraltar Mary Dowling Daughter Single Female 21 1870 Cotton winder China Catherine Dowling Daughter Single Female 16 1875 Cotton winder South Africa Frederick Dowling Son - Male 14 1877 Eyelet maker Manchester, Lancashire, England William Dowling Son - Male 10 1881 Scholar Rochdale, Lancashire, England James Dowling Son - Male 8 1883 Scholar Rochdale, Lancashire, England Lawrence Dowling Son - Male 1 1890 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1891/0023081021. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  2. [S1583] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1901%2F3839-3841%2F0110&parentid=GBC%2F1901%2F0022150281,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, MARY household of Rochdale, Lancashire, England; , Enumeration district: 3, Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale, Ecclesiastical parish or district: St Mary's, Archive reference: RG13, Piece number: 3839, Folio: 52, Page: 15, Schedule: 95; Record ID: GBC/1901/0022150281; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place Mary Dowling Head Widow Female 49 1852 Beerseller Ireland Annie Dowling Daughter Single Female 29 1872 Tailoress Gibraltar Kate Dowling Daughter Single Female 25 1876 - Cape, South Africa Frederick Dowling Son Single Male 23 1878 - Salford, Lancashire, England Lawrence Dowling Son Single Male 10 1891 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1901/0022150281. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1901-ENG-Dowling-Mary-1852-Lancashire-Rochdale-A
  3. [S1977] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1911%2FRG14%2F24664%2F0551&parentid=GBC%2F1911%2FRG14%2F24664%2F0551%2F4,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, FREDERICK household of Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Piece number: 24664;Schedule: 276; Record ID: GBC/1911/RG14/24664/0551/1; First name(s) Last name Relationship to head Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place Frederick Dowling Brother Single Male 34 1877 Labourer general Salford Lancs Catherine Dowling Sister Single Female 36 1875 Cotton operative weaver Africa Resident James Dowling Brother Single Male 27 1884 Bricklayer Rochdale Lancs Lawrence Dowling Brother Single Male 21 1890 Labourer bricklayers Rochdale Lancs,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1911/RG14/24664/0551/1. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1911-ENG-Dowling-Frederick-1877-Lancashire-Rochdale
  4. [S4806] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20027%2F0629&parentid=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20027%2F0629%2F01,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, LAWRENCE household of 56 Elliott Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, England; , Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale PBFolio: ; Page: ; Record ID: GBC/1921/RG15/20027/0629/01; Registration district number: 470; Sub-district number: 5; Enumeration district number: 13; Archive series: RG 15; Piece number: 20027; Schedule number: 315; Schedule type code: E; Schedule type: England household, single page, 10 entries; District reference: RD 470 RS 5 ED 13; First name(s) Last name Relationship to head Sex Birth year Age in years Birth place Occupation Employer Lawrence Dowling Head Male 1890 31 Rochdale, Lancashire, England Goods Checker L & Y Railway Co Alice Dowling Wife Female 1891 30 Rochdale, Lancashire, England Home Duties Unemployed Lat R Killingley Out Of Work John Dowling Son Male 1918 2 Rochdale, Lancashire, England - - Alice Dowling Daughter Female 1913 7 Rochdale, Lancashire, England - -,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1921/RG15/20027/0629/01. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1921-ENG-Dowling-Lawrence-1890-Lancashire-Rochdale-A
  5. [S2510] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image:https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=TNA%2FR39%2F4585%2F4585G%2F009&parentid=TNA%2FR39%2F4585%2F4585G%2F009%2F21,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, LAWRENCE household of 1 Hamilton Street, Rawtenstall, Lancashire, Lancashire, England; Archive reference: RG101/4585G/009/21, Piece number: 4585G, E D letter code: NNAF, Item number: 9, Line number: 21, Record ID: TNA/R39/4585/4585G/009/21, Schedule: 114, Schedule Sub Number: 1; ; First name(s) Last name(s) Birth date Sex Occupation Marital status Schedule Schedule sub number Lawrence Dowling 31 Mar 1890 Male Railway Loader Checker Heavy Worker Married 114 1 Alice Dowling 31 Dec 1890 Female Unpaid Housekeeper Married 114 2 John Dowling 10 Jul 1918 Male Cotton Mills Piecer Single 114 3,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=TNA/R39/4585/4585G/009/21. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1939-ENG-Dowling-Lawrence-1890-Lancashire-Lancashire-Rochdale-C-B-A
  6. [S4807] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FD%2F1948%2F4%2FAZ%2F000253&parentid=BMD%2FD%2F1948%2F4%2FAZ%2F000253%2F144,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Death of DOWLING, LAWRENCE in Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Age: 58; 1890; Index: Rochdale - 1948 Oct-Dec; 1948- Volume 10F Page 357,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/D/1948/4/AZ/000253/144. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    DeathIndex-Dowling-1948-Q4-E&W
  7. [S6611] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: Not availableasat7 June 2026,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Marriage of DOWLING, LAWRENCE to ALICE, WHIPP in Rochdale, St Patrick parish, Lancashire, England, on 7 August 1915; Residence: Rochdale; Spouse's residence: Rochdale; Record ID: GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/MAR/0066936/1,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/MAR/0066936/1. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).
  8. [S3654] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FB%2F1890%2F2%2FAZ%2F000158&parentid=BMD%2FB%2F1890%2F2%2FAZ%2F000158%2F304,
    Repository: United Kingdom General Register Office,
    Citation Detail: Birth of DOWLING, LAWRENCE; Apparent Gender: Male; Mother's maiden name: McGrath; in Rochdale, Lancashire, England;Index: Rochdale - 1890 Apr-Jun Volume 8E Page 50,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/B/1890/2/AZ/000158/304. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    BirthIndex-Dowling-1890-Q2-E&W

Alice Whip1

F, #59337, b. 31 December 1890, d. DECEASED
Family Explorer
Pedigree Link
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Father*Aaron Whipp (d. DECEASED)
Mother*Ann Whipp (d. DECEASED)
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Partner: Lawrence Dowling (b. 31 March 1890, d. between October and December 1948)

Children:

Daughter*Alice Dowling (b. 1913, d. DECEASED)
Son*John Dowling (b. 10 July 1918, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathAlice Whip died DECEASED.
BirthShe was born on 31 December 1890 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Lancashire, Rochdale.2,3
MarriageShe and Lawrence Dowling were married on 7 August 1915 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG, Roman Catholic parish of Rochdale, St Patrick in Salford; Page: Mar.1


Census Summary

1920
Census
19 Jun 19212
1930
Census
26 Apr 1931
Census
29 Sep 19393

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • Name Alice Dowling
    Citations: 2,3
  • TIMELINE
    Between 1 July and 18 November 1916 | France
    World War 1 - Battle of Somme rages with heavy British casualties (95,675 killed or missing) in France on between 1 July and 18 November 1916.
  • Event or Activity
    Between October and December 1948 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Alice Whip was in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG, between October and December 1948. Note: (Death of husband Lawrence Dowling.)
    Citation: 4
  • 1890
    Birth
    31 December 1890 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    She was born on 31 December 1890 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Lancashire, Rochdale.
    Citations: 2,3
  • 1913
    TIMELINE
    4 June 1913 | Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG
    British Suffragette Emily Wilding Davison dies after stepping in front of the King's horse, (incidently she also hid in cupboard to avoid 1911 census). in Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG, on 4 June 1913.
  • 1914
    TIMELINE
    28 June 1914 | Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
    World War 1 starts, following the assassination at Sarajevo, with Austria-Hungary declaring war on Serbia in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, on 28 June 1914.
  • 1914
    TIMELINE
    4 August 1914 | United Kingdom
    UK declares war on Germany - start of World War I in United Kingdom on 4 August 1914.
  • 1915
    Marriage | Lawrence Dowling
    7 August 1915 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Lawrence Dowling
    Age 25
    Birth on 31 March 1890 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Death: between October and December 1948 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    She and Lawrence Dowling were married on 7 August 1915 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG, Roman Catholic parish of Rochdale, St Patrick in Salford; Page: Mar.
    Citation: 1
  • 1915
    Residence
    7 August 1915 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: (at marriage to Lawrence Dowling.)
    Citation: 1
  • 1916
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1916 | United Kingdom
    Military Service Act introduces conscription for men aged 18 to 41. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1916.
  • TIMELINE
    Between 1918 and 1920 | World
    Flu Pandemic - Many deaths among civilian (Worldwide: 17 to 100 million estimate; UK: .228 million estimate) in World on between 1918 and 1920.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    6 February 1918 | United Kingdom
    Representation of the People Act grants vote to 'some' women over 30. in United Kingdom on 6 February 1918.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    11 November 1918 | World
    World War 1 ends with millions dead and armistice in Germany in World on 11 November 1918.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    19 July 1920 | United Kingdom
    Irish Republican Army attacks intenify, including in England, as the Irish War of Independence begins. in United Kingdom on 19 July 1920.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    8 August 1920 | United Kingdom
    Education Act raises school leaving age to 14 years. in United Kingdom on 8 August 1920.
  • 1921
    Occupation
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Lat R Killingley Out Of Work (274): Home Duties Unemployed; No Fixed Place.
    Citation: 2
  • 1921
    TIMELINE
    19 June 1921 | United Kingdom
    1921 Census conducted. Includes employment, industry, and household structure; vital for postwar family reconstruction. in United Kingdom on 19 June 1921.
  • 1921
    Residence
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: Lancashire; 56 Elliott Street; Parish: Rochdale.
    Citation: 2
  • 1921
    Census
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 30 years, 6 months; Marital status: Married; Relationship to Head: Wife.
    Citation: 2
  • 1922
    TIMELINE
    15 November 1922 | London, EnglandG
    BBC begins regular radio broadcasts. Families gather around wireless sets; new era of domestic entertainment begins. in London, EnglandG, on 15 November 1922.
  • 1925
    TIMELINE
    28 October 1925 | United Kingdom
    Coal miners strike over wage reductions. Widespread hardship and food shortages in mining communities documented in local papers. in United Kingdom on 28 October 1925.
  • 1926
    TIMELINE
    1 May 1926 | United Kingdom
    General Strike begins. Over 1.5 million workers walk out; transport and industry disrupted nationwide for nine days. in United Kingdom on 1 May 1926.
  • 1929
    TIMELINE
    7 June 1929 | United Kingdom
    Labour Party wins general election. Ramsay MacDonald forms government; growing working-class political engagement. in United Kingdom on 7 June 1929.
  • 1929
    TIMELINE
    24 October 1929 | World
    Wall Street and Global stock market crash. Economic depression leads to rising unemployment and hardship in British households. in World on 24 October 1929.
  • 1930
    TIMELINE
    1930 | United Kingdom
    Slum clearance programmes begin. Many families relocated to new council estates; living conditions slowly improve. in United Kingdom on 1930.
  • 1931
    Census
    26 April 1931 | United Kingdom
    Enumerated on the census as Alice Dowling may have been enumerated in the 1931 census but the records were destroyed in a fire in 1942.
  • 1932
    TIMELINE
    1932 | Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, England
    Shipyard closure triggers mass unemployment. Community experiences long-term poverty and hardship. in Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, England, on 1932.
  • 1936
    TIMELINE
    5 October 1936 | Jarrow, England
    Jarrow March begins. 200 men walk to London in protest of unemployment; event receives national attention and sympathy. in Jarrow, England, on 5 October 1936.
  • 1937
    TIMELINE
    12 May 1937 | London, EnglandG
    Coronation of King George VI. Nationwide celebrations; street parties and commemorative souvenirs bring communities together. in London, EnglandG, on 12 May 1937.
  • 1938
    TIMELINE
    30 September 1938 | United Kingdom
    Munich Agreement signed. “Peace for our time” declared; families quietly begin preparing for possible war. in United Kingdom on 30 September 1938.
  • 1939
    TIMELINE
    1 September 1939 | United Kingdom
    Operation Pied Piper begins. Over 1 million children evacuated from cities; families divided as war approaches. in United Kingdom on 1 September 1939.
  • 1939
    TIMELINE
    3 September 1939 | United Kingdom
    Britain declares war on Germany. Start of WWII; blackout rules enforced, gas masks issued, rationing begins. in United Kingdom on 3 September 1939.
  • 1939
    Residence
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 1 Hamilton Street, Rawtenstall.
    Citation: 3
  • 1939
    Occupation
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Unpaid Housekeeper.
    Citation: 3
  • 1939
    Census
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 48; Marital status: Married; Relation to Head: APPARENTLY Wife.
    Citation: 3

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    DECEASED

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • National Origin
    The national origin of Alice Whip was English.
    Citation: 2
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study Alice Whip has the reference number 59337.
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EthnicityEnglish
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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This person appears in the following lists:-
"Last Update" within last 4 weeks
Cause of Death
Census/Register 1939 England
Death Age
England - All
England, Lancashire - ALL
England, London - ALL
England, Surrey - ALL
England, Tyne and Wear - ALL
France
World War 1
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  1. [S6611] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: Not availableasat7 June 2026,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Marriage of DOWLING, LAWRENCE to ALICE, WHIPP in Rochdale, St Patrick parish, Lancashire, England, on 7 August 1915; Residence: Rochdale; Spouse's residence: Rochdale; Record ID: GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/MAR/0066936/1,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/MAR/0066936/1. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).
  2. [S4806] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20027%2F0629&parentid=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20027%2F0629%2F01,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, LAWRENCE household of 56 Elliott Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, England; , Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale PBFolio: ; Page: ; Record ID: GBC/1921/RG15/20027/0629/01; Registration district number: 470; Sub-district number: 5; Enumeration district number: 13; Archive series: RG 15; Piece number: 20027; Schedule number: 315; Schedule type code: E; Schedule type: England household, single page, 10 entries; District reference: RD 470 RS 5 ED 13; First name(s) Last name Relationship to head Sex Birth year Age in years Birth place Occupation Employer Lawrence Dowling Head Male 1890 31 Rochdale, Lancashire, England Goods Checker L & Y Railway Co Alice Dowling Wife Female 1891 30 Rochdale, Lancashire, England Home Duties Unemployed Lat R Killingley Out Of Work John Dowling Son Male 1918 2 Rochdale, Lancashire, England - - Alice Dowling Daughter Female 1913 7 Rochdale, Lancashire, England - -,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1921/RG15/20027/0629/01. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1921-ENG-Dowling-Lawrence-1890-Lancashire-Rochdale-A
  3. [S2510] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image:https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=TNA%2FR39%2F4585%2F4585G%2F009&parentid=TNA%2FR39%2F4585%2F4585G%2F009%2F21,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, LAWRENCE household of 1 Hamilton Street, Rawtenstall, Lancashire, Lancashire, England; Archive reference: RG101/4585G/009/21, Piece number: 4585G, E D letter code: NNAF, Item number: 9, Line number: 21, Record ID: TNA/R39/4585/4585G/009/21, Schedule: 114, Schedule Sub Number: 1; ; First name(s) Last name(s) Birth date Sex Occupation Marital status Schedule Schedule sub number Lawrence Dowling 31 Mar 1890 Male Railway Loader Checker Heavy Worker Married 114 1 Alice Dowling 31 Dec 1890 Female Unpaid Housekeeper Married 114 2 John Dowling 10 Jul 1918 Male Cotton Mills Piecer Single 114 3,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=TNA/R39/4585/4585G/009/21. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1939-ENG-Dowling-Lawrence-1890-Lancashire-Lancashire-Rochdale-C-B-A
  4. [S4807] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FD%2F1948%2F4%2FAZ%2F000253&parentid=BMD%2FD%2F1948%2F4%2FAZ%2F000253%2F144,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Death of DOWLING, LAWRENCE in Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Age: 58; 1890; Index: Rochdale - 1948 Oct-Dec; 1948- Volume 10F Page 357,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/D/1948/4/AZ/000253/144. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    DeathIndex-Dowling-1948-Q4-E&W

John Dowling1,2

M, #59338, b. 10 July 1918, d. DECEASED
Family Explorer
Pedigree Link
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Father*Lawrence Dowling (b. 31 March 1890, d. between October and December 1948)
Mother*Alice Whip (b. 31 December 1890, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathJohn Dowling died DECEASED.
BirthHe was born on 10 July 1918 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Lancashire, Rochdale.1,2


Census Summary

1920
Census
19 Jun 19211
1930
Census
26 Apr 1931
Census
29 Sep 19392

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • 1918
    Birth
    10 July 1918 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    John Dowling was born on 10 July 1918 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Lancashire, Rochdale.
    Citations: 1,2
  • TIMELINE
    Between 10 July 1918 and 1920 | World
    Flu Pandemic - Many deaths among civilian (Worldwide: 17 to 100 million estimate; UK: .228 million estimate) in World on between 10 July 1918 and 1920.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    19 July 1920 | United Kingdom
    Irish Republican Army attacks intenify, including in England, as the Irish War of Independence begins. in United Kingdom on 19 July 1920.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    8 August 1920 | United Kingdom
    Education Act raises school leaving age to 14 years. in United Kingdom on 8 August 1920.
  • 1921
    Census
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 2 years, 11 months; Marital status: ; Relationship to Head: Son.
    Citation: 1
  • 1921
    Residence
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: Lancashire; 56 Elliott Street; Parish: Rochdale.
    Citation: 1
  • 1921
    TIMELINE
    19 June 1921 | United Kingdom
    1921 Census conducted. Includes employment, industry, and household structure; vital for postwar family reconstruction. in United Kingdom on 19 June 1921.
  • 1922
    TIMELINE
    15 November 1922 | London, EnglandG
    BBC begins regular radio broadcasts. Families gather around wireless sets; new era of domestic entertainment begins. in London, EnglandG, on 15 November 1922.
  • 1925
    TIMELINE
    28 October 1925 | United Kingdom
    Coal miners strike over wage reductions. Widespread hardship and food shortages in mining communities documented in local papers. in United Kingdom on 28 October 1925.
  • 1926
    TIMELINE
    1 May 1926 | United Kingdom
    General Strike begins. Over 1.5 million workers walk out; transport and industry disrupted nationwide for nine days. in United Kingdom on 1 May 1926.
  • 1929
    TIMELINE
    7 June 1929 | United Kingdom
    Labour Party wins general election. Ramsay MacDonald forms government; growing working-class political engagement. in United Kingdom on 7 June 1929.
  • 1929
    TIMELINE
    24 October 1929 | World
    Wall Street and Global stock market crash. Economic depression leads to rising unemployment and hardship in British households. in World on 24 October 1929.
  • 1930
    TIMELINE
    1930 | United Kingdom
    Slum clearance programmes begin. Many families relocated to new council estates; living conditions slowly improve. in United Kingdom on 1930.
  • 1931
    Census
    26 April 1931 | United Kingdom
    Enumerated on the census as John Dowling may have been enumerated in the 1931 census but the records were destroyed in a fire in 1942.
  • 1932
    TIMELINE
    1932 | Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, England
    Shipyard closure triggers mass unemployment. Community experiences long-term poverty and hardship. in Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, England, on 1932.
  • 1936
    TIMELINE
    5 October 1936 | Jarrow, England
    Jarrow March begins. 200 men walk to London in protest of unemployment; event receives national attention and sympathy. in Jarrow, England, on 5 October 1936.
  • 1937
    TIMELINE
    12 May 1937 | London, EnglandG
    Coronation of King George VI. Nationwide celebrations; street parties and commemorative souvenirs bring communities together. in London, EnglandG, on 12 May 1937.
  • 1938
    TIMELINE
    30 September 1938 | United Kingdom
    Munich Agreement signed. “Peace for our time” declared; families quietly begin preparing for possible war. in United Kingdom on 30 September 1938.
  • 1939
    TIMELINE
    1 September 1939 | United Kingdom
    Operation Pied Piper begins. Over 1 million children evacuated from cities; families divided as war approaches. in United Kingdom on 1 September 1939.
  • 1939
    TIMELINE
    3 September 1939 | United Kingdom
    Britain declares war on Germany. Start of WWII; blackout rules enforced, gas masks issued, rationing begins. in United Kingdom on 3 September 1939.
  • 1939
    Census
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 21; Marital status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: APPARENTLY Son.
    Citation: 2
  • 1939
    Occupation
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Cotton Mill Piecer (a worker, probably in mill, who would join ends of cotton in large dangerous machines that were still moving at the time.)
    Citation: 2
  • 1939
    Residence
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 1 Hamilton Street, Rawtenstall.
    Citation: 2

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    DECEASED

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • National Origin
    The national origin of John Dowling was English.
    Citations: 1,2
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study John Dowling has the reference number 59338.
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EthnicityEnglish
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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This person appears in the following lists:-
"Last Update" within last 4 weeks
Cause of Death
Census/Register 1939 England
Death Age
England - All
England, Lancashire - ALL
England, London - ALL
England, Tyne and Wear - ALL
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  1. [S4806] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20027%2F0629&parentid=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20027%2F0629%2F01,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, LAWRENCE household of 56 Elliott Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, England; , Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale PBFolio: ; Page: ; Record ID: GBC/1921/RG15/20027/0629/01; Registration district number: 470; Sub-district number: 5; Enumeration district number: 13; Archive series: RG 15; Piece number: 20027; Schedule number: 315; Schedule type code: E; Schedule type: England household, single page, 10 entries; District reference: RD 470 RS 5 ED 13; First name(s) Last name Relationship to head Sex Birth year Age in years Birth place Occupation Employer Lawrence Dowling Head Male 1890 31 Rochdale, Lancashire, England Goods Checker L & Y Railway Co Alice Dowling Wife Female 1891 30 Rochdale, Lancashire, England Home Duties Unemployed Lat R Killingley Out Of Work John Dowling Son Male 1918 2 Rochdale, Lancashire, England - - Alice Dowling Daughter Female 1913 7 Rochdale, Lancashire, England - -,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1921/RG15/20027/0629/01. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  2. [S2510] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image:https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=TNA%2FR39%2F4585%2F4585G%2F009&parentid=TNA%2FR39%2F4585%2F4585G%2F009%2F21,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, LAWRENCE household of 1 Hamilton Street, Rawtenstall, Lancashire, Lancashire, England; Archive reference: RG101/4585G/009/21, Piece number: 4585G, E D letter code: NNAF, Item number: 9, Line number: 21, Record ID: TNA/R39/4585/4585G/009/21, Schedule: 114, Schedule Sub Number: 1; ; First name(s) Last name(s) Birth date Sex Occupation Marital status Schedule Schedule sub number Lawrence Dowling 31 Mar 1890 Male Railway Loader Checker Heavy Worker Married 114 1 Alice Dowling 31 Dec 1890 Female Unpaid Housekeeper Married 114 2 John Dowling 10 Jul 1918 Male Cotton Mills Piecer Single 114 3,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=TNA/R39/4585/4585G/009/21. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Alice Dowling1

F, #59339, b. 1913, d. DECEASED
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Father*Lawrence Dowling (b. 31 March 1890, d. between October and December 1948)
Mother*Alice Whip (b. 31 December 1890, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathAlice Dowling died DECEASED.
BirthShe was born in 1913 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Lancashire, Rochdale.1


Census Summary

1920
Census
19 Jun 19211

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • TIMELINE
    Between 1 July and 18 November 1916 | France
    World War 1 - Battle of Somme rages with heavy British casualties (95,675 killed or missing) in France on between 1 July and 18 November 1916.
  • 1913
    Birth
    1913 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Alice Dowling was born in 1913 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Lancashire, Rochdale.
    Citation: 1
  • 1916
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1916 | United Kingdom
    Military Service Act introduces conscription for men aged 18 to 41. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1916.
  • TIMELINE
    Between 1918 and 1920 | World
    Flu Pandemic - Many deaths among civilian (Worldwide: 17 to 100 million estimate; UK: .228 million estimate) in World on between 1918 and 1920.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    6 February 1918 | United Kingdom
    Representation of the People Act grants vote to 'some' women over 30. in United Kingdom on 6 February 1918.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    11 November 1918 | World
    World War 1 ends with millions dead and armistice in Germany in World on 11 November 1918.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    19 July 1920 | United Kingdom
    Irish Republican Army attacks intenify, including in England, as the Irish War of Independence begins. in United Kingdom on 19 July 1920.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    8 August 1920 | United Kingdom
    Education Act raises school leaving age to 14 years. in United Kingdom on 8 August 1920.
  • 1921
    Census
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 7 years, 8 months; Marital status: ; Relationship to Head: Daughter.
    Citation: 1
  • 1921
    Residence
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: Lancashire; 56 Elliott Street; Parish: Rochdale.
    Citation: 1

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    DECEASED

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • National Origin
    The national origin of Alice Dowling was English.
    Citation: 1
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study Alice Dowling has the reference number 59339.
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EthnicityEnglish
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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  1. [S4806] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20027%2F0629&parentid=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20027%2F0629%2F01,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, LAWRENCE household of 56 Elliott Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, England; , Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale PBFolio: ; Page: ; Record ID: GBC/1921/RG15/20027/0629/01; Registration district number: 470; Sub-district number: 5; Enumeration district number: 13; Archive series: RG 15; Piece number: 20027; Schedule number: 315; Schedule type code: E; Schedule type: England household, single page, 10 entries; District reference: RD 470 RS 5 ED 13; First name(s) Last name Relationship to head Sex Birth year Age in years Birth place Occupation Employer Lawrence Dowling Head Male 1890 31 Rochdale, Lancashire, England Goods Checker L & Y Railway Co Alice Dowling Wife Female 1891 30 Rochdale, Lancashire, England Home Duties Unemployed Lat R Killingley Out Of Work John Dowling Son Male 1918 2 Rochdale, Lancashire, England - - Alice Dowling Daughter Female 1913 7 Rochdale, Lancashire, England - -,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1921/RG15/20027/0629/01. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Aaron Whipp1

M, #59340, d. DECEASED
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Partner: Ann Whipp (d. DECEASED)

Children:

Daughter*Alice Whip+ (b. 31 December 1890, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathAaron Whipp died DECEASED.

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    DECEASED

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study Aaron Whipp has the reference number 59340.
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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  1. [S6611] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: Not availableasat7 June 2026,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Marriage of DOWLING, LAWRENCE to ALICE, WHIPP in Rochdale, St Patrick parish, Lancashire, England, on 7 August 1915; Residence: Rochdale; Spouse's residence: Rochdale; Record ID: GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/MAR/0066936/1,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/MAR/0066936/1. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Ann Whipp1

F, #59341, d. DECEASED
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Partner: Aaron Whipp (d. DECEASED)

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Daughter*Alice Whip+ (b. 31 December 1890, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathAnn Whipp died DECEASED.

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    DECEASED

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study Ann Whipp has the reference number 59341.
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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  1. [S6611] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: Not availableasat7 June 2026,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Marriage of DOWLING, LAWRENCE to ALICE, WHIPP in Rochdale, St Patrick parish, Lancashire, England, on 7 August 1915; Residence: Rochdale; Spouse's residence: Rochdale; Record ID: GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/MAR/0066936/1,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/MAR/0066936/1. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Magrath

M, #59342, d. before 11 April 1867
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Daughter*Mary Magrath+ (b. 1848, d. DECEASED)
Son*Maurice Magrath+ (b. before 1854, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathMagrath died before 11 April 1867. Note: "Deceased."1

Events - Death & Burial

  • 1867
    Death
    Before 11 April 1867
    Magrath died before 11 April 1867. Note: "Deceased."
    Citation: 1

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study Magrath has the reference number 59342.
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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  1. [S6612] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/marriage_returns/marriages_1867/11499/8228114.pdf,
    Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
    Citation Detail: Party 1 Name: DOWLING JOHN; Party 2 Name: MARY MCGRATH; Date of Event: 11 April 1867; Group Registration ID: 3029638; SR District Reg Area: Carrick-on-Suir; Image(s): ,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "View Record – Irish Genealogy"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Dowling

M, #59343, d. before 11 April 1867
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Son*John Dowling+ (b. 1843, d. between October and December 1896)
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DeathDowling died before 11 April 1867. Note: "Deceased."1

Events - Death & Burial

  • 1867
    Death
    Before 11 April 1867
    Dowling died before 11 April 1867. Note: "Deceased."
    Citation: 1

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study Dowling has the reference number 59343.
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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  1. [S6612] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/marriage_returns/marriages_1867/11499/8228114.pdf,
    Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
    Citation Detail: Party 1 Name: DOWLING JOHN; Party 2 Name: MARY MCGRATH; Date of Event: 11 April 1867; Group Registration ID: 3029638; SR District Reg Area: Carrick-on-Suir; Image(s): ,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 7 June 2026, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "View Record – Irish Genealogy"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Bridget Hannan1

F, #59344, b. 28 January 1882, d. between January and March 1953
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DeathBridget Hannan died between January and March 1953, in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Age: 70; Formerly: Lancashire; Index: Rochdale - 1953 Jan-Mar; Volume 10F, Page 415.2
BirthShe was born on 28 January 1882 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Lancashire, Rochdale.3,4
MarriageShe and James Dowling were married on 7 August 1915 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG, Roman Catholic Church of St Patrick Rochdale; Index: Rochdale - 1915 Jul-Sep Volume 8E; Page number 110.1


Census Summary

1930
Census
26 Apr 1931
Census
29 Sep 19394

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • Name Brigid Hannon
    Citation: 5
  • Name Bridget Dowling
    Citations: 3,4,2
  • Census
    Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 39 years, 5 months; Marital status: Married; Relationship to Head: Wife.
    Citation: 3
  • Residence
    Between January and March 1953 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Citation: 2
  • TIMELINE
    Between 1 July and 18 November 1916 | France
    World War 1 - Battle of Somme rages with heavy British casualties (95,675 killed or missing) in France on between 1 July and 18 November 1916.
  • 1882
    Birth
    28 January 1882 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Bridget Hannan was born on 28 January 1882 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Lancashire, Rochdale.
    Citations: 3,4
  • 1883
    Birth
    1883
    Citation: 2
  • 1913
    TIMELINE
    4 June 1913 | Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG
    British Suffragette Emily Wilding Davison dies after stepping in front of the King's horse, (incidently she also hid in cupboard to avoid 1911 census). in Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG, on 4 June 1913.
  • 1914
    TIMELINE
    28 June 1914 | Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
    World War 1 starts, following the assassination at Sarajevo, with Austria-Hungary declaring war on Serbia in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, on 28 June 1914.
  • 1914
    TIMELINE
    4 August 1914 | United Kingdom
    UK declares war on Germany - start of World War I in United Kingdom on 4 August 1914.
  • 1915
    Marriage | James Dowling
    7 August 1915 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    James Dowling
    Age 33
    Birth on 27 December 1881 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Death: between October and December 1964 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    She and James Dowling were married on 7 August 1915 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG, Roman Catholic Church of St Patrick Rochdale; Index: Rochdale - 1915 Jul-Sep Volume 8E; Page number 110.
    Citation: 1
  • 1915
    Residence
    7 August 1915 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: (at marriage to James Dowling.)
    Citations: 1,5
  • 1916
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1916 | United Kingdom
    Military Service Act introduces conscription for men aged 18 to 41. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1916.
  • TIMELINE
    Between 1918 and 1920 | World
    Flu Pandemic - Many deaths among civilian (Worldwide: 17 to 100 million estimate; UK: .228 million estimate) in World on between 1918 and 1920.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    6 February 1918 | United Kingdom
    Representation of the People Act grants vote to 'some' women over 30. in United Kingdom on 6 February 1918.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    11 November 1918 | World
    World War 1 ends with millions dead and armistice in Germany in World on 11 November 1918.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    19 July 1920 | United Kingdom
    Irish Republican Army attacks intenify, including in England, as the Irish War of Independence begins. in United Kingdom on 19 July 1920.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    8 August 1920 | United Kingdom
    Education Act raises school leaving age to 14 years. in United Kingdom on 8 August 1920.
  • 1921
    Occupation
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Home Duties.
    Citation: 3
  • 1921
    Residence
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: Lancashire; 46 Hanover Street; Parish: Rochdale.
    Citation: 3
  • 1921
    TIMELINE
    19 June 1921 | United Kingdom
    1921 Census conducted. Includes employment, industry, and household structure; vital for postwar family reconstruction. in United Kingdom on 19 June 1921.
  • 1922
    TIMELINE
    15 November 1922 | London, EnglandG
    BBC begins regular radio broadcasts. Families gather around wireless sets; new era of domestic entertainment begins. in London, EnglandG, on 15 November 1922.
  • 1925
    TIMELINE
    28 October 1925 | United Kingdom
    Coal miners strike over wage reductions. Widespread hardship and food shortages in mining communities documented in local papers. in United Kingdom on 28 October 1925.
  • 1926
    TIMELINE
    1 May 1926 | United Kingdom
    General Strike begins. Over 1.5 million workers walk out; transport and industry disrupted nationwide for nine days. in United Kingdom on 1 May 1926.
  • 1929
    TIMELINE
    7 June 1929 | United Kingdom
    Labour Party wins general election. Ramsay MacDonald forms government; growing working-class political engagement. in United Kingdom on 7 June 1929.
  • 1929
    TIMELINE
    24 October 1929 | World
    Wall Street and Global stock market crash. Economic depression leads to rising unemployment and hardship in British households. in World on 24 October 1929.
  • 1930
    TIMELINE
    1930 | United Kingdom
    Slum clearance programmes begin. Many families relocated to new council estates; living conditions slowly improve. in United Kingdom on 1930.
  • 1931
    Census
    26 April 1931 | United Kingdom
    Enumerated on the census as Bridget Dowling may have been enumerated in the 1931 census but the records were destroyed in a fire in 1942.
  • 1932
    TIMELINE
    1932 | Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, England
    Shipyard closure triggers mass unemployment. Community experiences long-term poverty and hardship. in Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, England, on 1932.
  • 1936
    TIMELINE
    5 October 1936 | Jarrow, England
    Jarrow March begins. 200 men walk to London in protest of unemployment; event receives national attention and sympathy. in Jarrow, England, on 5 October 1936.
  • 1937
    TIMELINE
    12 May 1937 | London, EnglandG
    Coronation of King George VI. Nationwide celebrations; street parties and commemorative souvenirs bring communities together. in London, EnglandG, on 12 May 1937.
  • 1938
    TIMELINE
    30 September 1938 | United Kingdom
    Munich Agreement signed. “Peace for our time” declared; families quietly begin preparing for possible war. in United Kingdom on 30 September 1938.
  • 1939
    TIMELINE
    1 September 1939 | United Kingdom
    Operation Pied Piper begins. Over 1 million children evacuated from cities; families divided as war approaches. in United Kingdom on 1 September 1939.
  • 1939
    TIMELINE
    3 September 1939 | United Kingdom
    Britain declares war on Germany. Start of WWII; blackout rules enforced, gas masks issued, rationing begins. in United Kingdom on 3 September 1939.
  • 1939
    Residence
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 46 Hanover Street, Rochdale.
    Citation: 4
  • 1939
    Occupation
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Unpaid Domestic House Keeper.
    Citation: 4
  • 1939
    Census
    29 September 1939 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 57; Marital status: Married; Relation to Head: APPARENTLY Wife.
    Citation: 4

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    Between January and March 1953 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Bridget Hannan died between January and March 1953, in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Age: 70; Formerly: Lancashire; Index: Rochdale - 1953 Jan-Mar; Volume 10F, Page 415.
    Citation: 2

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • National Origin
    The national origin of Bridget Hannan was English.
    Citation: 3
  • 1915
    Next of Kin
    Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Citation: 6
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study Bridget Hannan has the reference number 59344.
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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England, Tyne and Wear - ALL
France
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  1. [S3652] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FM%2F1915%2F3%2FAZ%2F000392&parentid=BMD%2FM%2F1915%2F3%2FAZ%2F000392%2F068,
    Repository: United Kingdom General Register Office,
    Citation Detail: Marriage of DOWLING, JAMES to BRIDGET HANNAN in Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Index: Rochdale - 1915 Jul-Sep Volume 8E; Page number 110,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 8 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/M/1915/3/AZ/000392/068. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  2. [S4807] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FD%2F1953%2F1%2FAZ%2F000351&parentid=BMD%2FD%2F1953%2F1%2FAZ%2F000351%2F049,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Death of DOWLING, BRIDGET in Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Age: 70; 1883; Index: Rochdale - 1953 Jan-Mar; 1953- Volume 10F Page 415,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 8 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1921 Census Of England & Wales | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/D/1953/1/AZ/000351/049. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    DeathIndex-Dowling-1953-Q1-E&W
  3. [S4806] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20028%2F0129&parentid=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20028%2F0129%2F01,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JAMES household of 46 Hanover Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, England; , Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale PBFolio: ; Page: ; Record ID: GBC/1921/RG15/20028/0129/01; Registration district number: 470; Sub-district number: 5; Enumeration district number: 14; Archive series: RG 15; Piece number: 20028; Schedule number: 64; Schedule type code: E; Schedule type: England household, single page, 10 entries; District reference: RD 470 RS 5 ED 14; First name(s) Last name Relationship to head Sex Birth year Age in years Birth place Occupation Employer James Dowling Head Male 1884 37 Rochdale, Lancashire, England Bricklayer J E Rangley Bridget Dowling Wife Female 1882 39 Rochdale, Lancashire, England Home Duties -,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 8 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1921 Census Of England & Wales | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1921/RG15/20028/0129/01. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1921-ENG-Dowling-James-1884-Lancashire-Rochdale-A
  4. [S2510] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=TNA%2FR39%2F4586%2F4586H%2F004&parentid=TNA%2FR39%2F4586%2F4586H%2F004%2F10,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JAMES household of 46 Hanover Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, Lancashire, England; Archive reference: RG101/4586H/004/10, Piece number: 4586H, E D letter code: NNAQ, Item number: 4, Line number: 10, Record ID: TNA/R39/4586/4586H/004/10, Schedule: 34, Schedule Sub Number: 1; ; First name(s) Last name(s) Birth date Sex Occupation Marital status Schedule Schedule sub number James Dowling 27 Dec 1883 Male Bricklayer Married 34 1 Bridget Dowling 28 Jan 1882 Female Unpaid Domestic House Keeper Married 34 2,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 8 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1921 Census Of England & Wales | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=TNA/R39/4586/4586H/004/10. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1939-ENG-Dowling-James-1883-Lancashire-Lancashire-Rochdale-C-B-A
  5. [S6616] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: Not available as at 11 June 2026,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Marriage of DOWLING, JACOBUS to BRIGID, HANNON in Rochdale, St Patrick parish, Lancashire, England, on 7 August 1915; Record ID: GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/MAR/0065181/1,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 11 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: England Roman Catholic Parish Baptisms | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBPRS/ROMCATH/SALFORD/MAR/0065181/1. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).
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    Citation Detail: Record for DOWLING, JAMES; Service number: 241378; of 17th Field Company, 414th (Lowland) Field Company, Royal Engineers; Age: 31; Born: 1886 in Lancashire, England; Residence town: Rochester; Rochdale; Year: 1917; Record ID: GBM/WO363-4/7294899/16/308,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 11 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: England Roman Catholic Parish Baptisms | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBM/WO363-4/7294899/16/308. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Michael Joseph McGrath1,2,3

M, #59345, b. 26 November 1874, d. DECEASED
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Father*Maurice Magrath (b. before 1854, d. DECEASED)
Mother*Eliza Quish (b. before 1855, d. DECEASED)
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Partner: Mary Dowling (b. 1870, d. DECEASED)

Children:

Daughter*Helen McGrath (b. 1903, d. DECEASED)
Son*William McGrath (b. 1904, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathMichael Joseph McGrath died DECEASED.
MarriageHe and Mary Dowling were married between July and September 1900 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG, Index: Rochdale - 1900 Jul-Sep Volume 8E; Page number 138.1,2
BirthHe was born on 26 November 1874 in Glenlara, Ballingarry, Limerick, Ireland. Note: "Glenlara" (Not found); Barony: Coshlea; Province: Munster: Informant: father Maurice Magrath of Glenlara; Index: Kilmallock -.4,5


Census Summary

1900
Census
31 Mar 19015
1910
Census
2 Apr 19112
1920
Census
19 Jun 19213

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • Aka Michael Magrath
    Citation: 4
  • Name Michael J Mcgrath
    Citation: 5
  • Marriage | Mary Dowling
    Between July and September 1900 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Mary Dowling
    Birth in 1870 | China
    Death: DECEASED
    Michael Joseph McGrath and Mary Dowling were married between July and September 1900 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG, Index: Rochdale - 1900 Jul-Sep Volume 8E; Page number 138.
    Citations: 1,2
  • Residence
    Between July and September 1900 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: (at marriage to Mary Dowling.)
    Citation: 1
  • TIMELINE
    Between 1 July and 18 November 1916 | France
    World War 1 - Battle of Somme rages with heavy British casualties (95,675 killed or missing) in France on between 1 July and 18 November 1916.
  • TIMELINE
    Between 009 and 12 March 1891 | EnglandG
    South & West England – Great Blizzard causes 220 deaths and sinks 14 ships. in EnglandG, on between 009 and 12 March 1891.
  • 1874
    Birth
    26 November 1874 | Glenlara, Ballingarry, Limerick, Ireland
    He was born on 26 November 1874 in Glenlara, Ballingarry, Limerick, Ireland. Note: "Glenlara" (Not found); Barony: Coshlea; Province: Munster: Informant: father Maurice Magrath of Glenlara; Index: Kilmallock -.
    Citations: 4,5
  • 1876
    Birth
    1876 | Glenlara, Ballingarry, Limerick, Ireland
    He was born in 1876 in Glenlara, Ballingarry, Limerick, Ireland. Note: "Glenlara Co Limerick Resident."
    Citations: 2,3
  • 1891
    TIMELINE
    May 1891
    Elementary Education Act raises school leaving age to 11. Also, throught year contimued expansion of public health and sanitation infrastructure. in on May 1891.
  • 1897
    TIMELINE
    22 June 1897 | EnglandG
    Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee celebrated with parades and public festivities. in EnglandG, on 22 June 1897.
  • 1898
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1898 | United Kingdom
    Workmen’s Compensation Act comes into effect, offering protection for injured workers; hitherto no compensation. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1898.
  • 1898
    TIMELINE
    11 October 1898 | London, EnglandG
    First motor bus service begins operation.. in London, EnglandG, on 11 October 1898.
  • 1899
    TIMELINE
    11 October 1899 | South Africa
    Second Boer War begins; British troops deployed from across the UK. in South Africa on 11 October 1899.
  • 1901
    TIMELINE
    22 January 1901 | United Kingdom
    Death of Queen Victoria (Queen from 20 June 1837); Edward VII becomes king. in United Kingdom on 22 January 1901.
  • 1901
    Occupation
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Grocer's assistant.
    Citation: 5
  • 1901
    Residence
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 11, Jermyn Street.
    Citation: 5
  • 1901
    Census
    31 March 1901 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 26; Marital status: Married; Relationship to Head: Head.
    Citation: 5
  • 1901
    TIMELINE
    12 December 1901 | United Kingdom
    Cornwall/Newfoundland – Marconi transmits first transatlantic wireless signal, revolutionising global communication in United Kingdom on 12 December 1901.
  • 1902
    TIMELINE
    31 May 1902 | South Africa
    Second Boer War ends with Treaty of Vereeniging; many British families affected by military service. in South Africa on 31 May 1902.
  • 1903
    TIMELINE
    23 October 1903 | London, EnglandG
    Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU) founded by Emmeline Pankhurst, launching the suffragette movement. in London, EnglandG, on 23 October 1903.
  • 1904
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1904 | United Kingdom
    Midwives Act comes into force, regulating midwifery and improving maternal care. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1904.
  • 1906
    TIMELINE
    March 1906 | United Kingdom
    School Meals Act passed, allowing local authorities to provide free meals to needy children. in United Kingdom on March 1906.
  • 1907
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1907 | United Kingdom
    Probation of Offenders Act introduces probation as an alternative to prison. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1907.
  • 1908
    TIMELINE
    1 April 1908 | United Kingdom
    Old Age Pensions Act passed, providing pensions to people over 70. in United Kingdom on 1 April 1908.
  • 1910
    TIMELINE
    6 May 1910 | United Kingdom
    King Edward VII dies; George V ascends the throne. in United Kingdom on 6 May 1910.
  • 1910
    TIMELINE
    18 November 1910 | United Kingdom
    Black Friday suffragette protest leads to violent clashes with police. in United Kingdom on 18 November 1910.
  • 1911
    Census
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 35; Marital status: Married; Relation to Head: Head.
    Citation: 2
  • 1911
    Occupation
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    L And Y Railway Goods Checker.
    Citation: 2
  • 1911
    Residence
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 11 Barton St Rochdale, Rochdale, Lancashire, England.
    Citation: 2
  • 1913
    TIMELINE
    4 June 1913 | Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG
    British Suffragette Emily Wilding Davison dies after stepping in front of the King's horse, (incidently she also hid in cupboard to avoid 1911 census). in Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG, on 4 June 1913.
  • 1914
    TIMELINE
    28 June 1914 | Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
    World War 1 starts, following the assassination at Sarajevo, with Austria-Hungary declaring war on Serbia in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, on 28 June 1914.
  • 1914
    TIMELINE
    4 August 1914 | United Kingdom
    UK declares war on Germany - start of World War I in United Kingdom on 4 August 1914.
  • 1916
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1916 | United Kingdom
    Military Service Act introduces conscription for men aged 18 to 41. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1916.
  • TIMELINE
    Between 1918 and 1920 | World
    Flu Pandemic - Many deaths among civilian (Worldwide: 17 to 100 million estimate; UK: .228 million estimate) in World on between 1918 and 1920.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    6 February 1918 | United Kingdom
    Representation of the People Act grants vote to 'some' women over 30. in United Kingdom on 6 February 1918.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    11 November 1918 | World
    World War 1 ends with millions dead and armistice in Germany in World on 11 November 1918.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    19 July 1920 | United Kingdom
    Irish Republican Army attacks intenify, including in England, as the Irish War of Independence begins. in United Kingdom on 19 July 1920.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    8 August 1920 | United Kingdom
    Education Act raises school leaving age to 14 years. in United Kingdom on 8 August 1920.
  • 1921
    Occupation
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    L & Y Railway Milnrow (530): Checker L & Y Rly Co Minrow; Milnrow.
    Citation: 3
  • 1921
    Census
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 44 years, 7 months; Marital status: Married; Relationship to Head: Head.
    Citation: 3
  • 1921
    Residence
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: Lancashire; 11 Barton Street; Parish: Rochdale.
    Citation: 3

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    DECEASED

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • National Origin
    The national origin of Michael Joseph McGrath was Irish.
    Citations: 5,4,2,3
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study Michael Joseph McGrath has the reference number 59345.
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EthnicityIrish
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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  1. [S3652] SOURCE: (Full),
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    Repository: United Kingdom General Register Office,
    Citation Detail: Marriage of DOWLING, MARY to MICHAEL JOSEPH MCGRATH, JOHN UTTLEY in Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Index: Rochdale - 1900 Jul-Sep Volume 8E; Page number 138,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 8 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/M/1900/3/AZ/000104/058. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  2. [S1977] SOURCE: (Full),
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    Citation Detail: Census for MCGRATH, MICHAEL JOSEPH household of Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Piece number: 24664;Schedule: 307; Record ID: GBC/1911/RG14/24664/0613/1; First name(s) Last name Relationship to head Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place Michael Joseph McGrath Head Married Male 35 1876 L and y railway goods cheekee Glenlara Co Limerick Resident Mary McGrath Wife Married Female 37 1874 None China Hongkong Helen McGrath Daughter Single Female 8 1903 None Rochdale Lancashire William McGrath Son Single Male 7 1904 None Rochdale Lancashire,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 9 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1911 Census For England & Wales | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1911/RG14/24664/0613/1. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  3. [S4806] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20028%2F0307&parentid=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20028%2F0307%2F01,
    Citation Detail: Census for MCGRATH, MICHAEL JOSEPH household of 11 Barton Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, England; , Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale PBFolio: ; Page: ; Record ID: GBC/1921/RG15/20028/0307/01; Registration district number: 470; Sub-district number: 5; Enumeration district number: 14; Archive series: RG 15; Piece number: 20028; Schedule number: 154; Schedule type code: E; Schedule type: England household, single page, 10 entries; District reference: RD 470 RS 5 ED 14; First name(s) Last name Relationship to head Sex Birth year Age in years Birth place Occupation Employer Michael Joseph McGrath Head Male 1876 44 Limerick, Ireland Checker L & Y Rly Co Minrow L & Y Railway Milnrow Mary McGrath Wife Female 1875 46 Hong Kong, China Home Duties - Helen McGrath Daughter Female 1902 19 Rochdale, Lancashire, England Ivy Maker Hilton & Co, Rochdale Hilton & Co Ivy Manufactures Rochdale William McGrath Son Male 1903 17 Rochdale, Lancashire, England Apprentice Fitter Holroyds Ltd Milnrows Holroyd & Co Machine Maker Etc Milnrow,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 11 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1921/RG15/20028/0307/01. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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  4. [S6613] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image:L https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/birth_returns/births_1874/03119/2144144.pdf,
    Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
    Citation Detail: Name: MAGRATH, MICHAEL; Year of Birth: 1874; Group Registration ID: 8546534; SR District Reg Area: Kilmallock; Mother's Birth Surname: Null; Image(s): ,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 9 June 2026, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "View Record – Irish Genealogy"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).
  5. [S1583] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1901%2F3839-3841%2F0669&parentid=GBC%2F1901%2F0022163895,
    Citation Detail: Census for MCGRATH, MICHAEL J household of Rochdale, Lancashire, England; , Enumeration district: 14, Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale, Ecclesiastical parish or district: St James, Archive reference: RG13, Piece number: 3840, Folio: 142, Page: 31, Schedule: 229; Record ID: GBC/1901/0022163895; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place Michael J McGrath Head Married Male 26 1875 Grocer's assistant Ireland Mary McGrath Wife Married Female 29 1872 Cotton winder Rochdale, Lancashire, England James Dowling Visitor Single Male 18 1883 Bricklayers apprentice Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 8 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1901 England, Wales & Scotland Census | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1901/0022163895. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Maurice Magrath1

M, #59346, b. before 1854, d. DECEASED
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Father*Magrath (d. before 11 April 1867)
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Partner: Eliza Quish (b. before 1855, d. DECEASED)

Children:

Son*Michael Joseph McGrath+ (b. 26 November 1874, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathMaurice Magrath died DECEASED.
BirthHe was born before 1854. Note: (ESTIMATE: 14 YEARS BEFORE MARRIAGE.)1
MarriageHe and Eliza Quish were married on 3 February 1869 in Ballylanders, Ballylanders, Limerick, Ireland, Roman Catholic Chapel of Ballylanders; Groom: Age: 48, Bachelor; Bride: Age: 24, Spinster; Witnesses: Robert McGrath & Ellen Cloughecy; Index: Mitchelstown - 1869.2


Census Summary

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • Aka Maurice McGrath
    Citation: 2
  • 1854
    Birth
    Before 1854
    Maurice Magrath was born before 1854. Note: (ESTIMATE: 14 YEARS BEFORE MARRIAGE.)
    Citation: 1
  • 1869
    Marriage | Eliza Quish
    3 February 1869 | Ballylanders, Ballylanders, Limerick, Ireland
    Eliza Quish
    Birth before 1855
    Death: DECEASED
    He and Eliza Quish were married on 3 February 1869 in Ballylanders, Ballylanders, Limerick, Ireland, Roman Catholic Chapel of Ballylanders; Groom: Age: 48, Bachelor; Bride: Age: 24, Spinster; Witnesses: Robert McGrath & Ellen Cloughecy; Index: Mitchelstown - 1869.
    Citation: 2
  • 1869
    Residence
    3 February 1869 | Ballylanders, Ballylanders, Limerick, Ireland
    Detail: "Ballylandue" (place not found); (at Marriage to Ellen Quish.)
    Citation: 2
  • 1869
    Occupation
    3 February 1869 | Ballylanders, Ballylanders, Limerick, Ireland
    Farmer.
    Citation: 2
  • 1874
    Residence
    1874 | Glenlary, Ballingarry, Limerick, Ireland
    Detail: (Birth of son Michael Magrath.)
    Citation: 1
  • 1874
    Occupation
    1874 | Glenlary, Ballingarry, Limerick, Ireland
    Shoemaker.
    Citation: 1

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    DECEASED

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • Associates
    Maurice Magrath had the following associates: "Robert McGrath & Ellen Cloughecy."
    Citation: 2
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study Maurice Magrath has the reference number 59346.
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  1. [S6613] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image:L https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/birth_returns/births_1874/03119/2144144.pdf,
    Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
    Citation Detail: Name: MAGRATH, MICHAEL; Year of Birth: 1874; Group Registration ID: 8546534; SR District Reg Area: Kilmallock; Mother's Birth Surname: Null; Image(s): ,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 9 June 2026, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "View Record – Irish Genealogy"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).
  2. [S6614] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/marriage_returns/marriages_1869/11414/8192331.pdf,
    Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
    Citation Detail: Party 1 Name: MCGRATH MAURICE; Party 2 Name: ELLEN QUISH; Date of Event: 3 February 1869; Group Registration ID: 3099802; SR District Reg Area: Mitchelstown; Image(s): ,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 9 June 2026, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "View Record – Irish Genealogy"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Eliza Quish1

F, #59347, b. before 1855, d. DECEASED
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Partner: Maurice Magrath (b. before 1854, d. DECEASED)

Children:

Son*Michael Joseph McGrath+ (b. 26 November 1874, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathEliza Quish died DECEASED.
BirthShe was born before 1855. Note: (ESTIMATE: 14 YEARS BEFORE MARRIAGE.)1
MarriageShe and Maurice Magrath were married on 3 February 1869 in Ballylanders, Ballylanders, Limerick, Ireland, Roman Catholic Chapel of Ballylanders; Groom: Age: 48, Bachelor; Bride: Age: 24, Spinster; Witnesses: Robert McGrath & Ellen Cloughecy; Index: Mitchelstown - 1869.2


Census Summary

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • Aka Ellen Quish
    Citation: 2
  • 1855
    Birth
    Before 1855
    Eliza Quish was born before 1855. Note: (ESTIMATE: 14 YEARS BEFORE MARRIAGE.)
    Citation: 1
  • 1869
    Marriage | Maurice Magrath
    3 February 1869 | Ballylanders, Ballylanders, Limerick, Ireland
    Maurice Magrath
    Birth before 1854
    Death: DECEASED
    She and Maurice Magrath were married on 3 February 1869 in Ballylanders, Ballylanders, Limerick, Ireland, Roman Catholic Chapel of Ballylanders; Groom: Age: 48, Bachelor; Bride: Age: 24, Spinster; Witnesses: Robert McGrath & Ellen Cloughecy; Index: Mitchelstown - 1869.
    Citation: 2
  • 1869
    Occupation
    3 February 1869 | Killeen, Ballylanders, Limerick, Ireland
    Farmer's Daughter.
    Citation: 2
  • 1869
    Residence
    3 February 1869 | Killeen, Ballylanders, Limerick, Ireland
    Detail: "Kileen" (place not found); (at Marriage to Maurice Mcgrath.)
    Citation: 2
  • 1874
    Residence
    1874 | Glenlary, Ballingarry, Limerick, Ireland
    Detail: (Birth of son Michael Magrath.)
    Citation: 1

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    DECEASED

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • Associates
    Eliza Quish had the following associates: "Robert McGrath & Ellen Cloughecy."
    Citation: 2
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study Eliza Quish has the reference number 59347.
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  1. [S6613] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image:L https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/birth_returns/births_1874/03119/2144144.pdf,
    Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
    Citation Detail: Name: MAGRATH, MICHAEL; Year of Birth: 1874; Group Registration ID: 8546534; SR District Reg Area: Kilmallock; Mother's Birth Surname: Null; Image(s): ,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 9 June 2026, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "View Record – Irish Genealogy"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).
  2. [S6614] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/marriage_returns/marriages_1869/11414/8192331.pdf,
    Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
    Citation Detail: Party 1 Name: MCGRATH MAURICE; Party 2 Name: ELLEN QUISH; Date of Event: 3 February 1869; Group Registration ID: 3099802; SR District Reg Area: Mitchelstown; Image(s): ,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 9 June 2026, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "View Record – Irish Genealogy"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Helen McGrath1,2

F, #59348, b. 1903, d. DECEASED
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Father*Michael Joseph McGrath (b. 26 November 1874, d. DECEASED)
Mother*Mary Dowling (b. 1870, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathHelen McGrath died DECEASED.
BirthShe was born in 1903 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG.1


Census Summary

1910
Census
2 Apr 19111
1920
Census
19 Jun 19212

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • TIMELINE
    United Kingdom
    Midwives Act comes into force, regulating midwifery and improving maternal care. in United Kingdom on.
  • TIMELINE
    Between 1 July and 18 November 1916 | France
    World War 1 - Battle of Somme rages with heavy British casualties (95,675 killed or missing) in France on between 1 July and 18 November 1916.
  • 1902
    Birth
    1902 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Helen McGrath was born in 1902 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Rochdale, Lancashire.
    Citation: 2
  • 1903
    Birth
    1903 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Citation: 1
  • 1906
    TIMELINE
    March 1906 | United Kingdom
    School Meals Act passed, allowing local authorities to provide free meals to needy children. in United Kingdom on March 1906.
  • 1907
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1907 | United Kingdom
    Probation of Offenders Act introduces probation as an alternative to prison. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1907.
  • 1908
    TIMELINE
    1 April 1908 | United Kingdom
    Old Age Pensions Act passed, providing pensions to people over 70. in United Kingdom on 1 April 1908.
  • 1910
    TIMELINE
    6 May 1910 | United Kingdom
    King Edward VII dies; George V ascends the throne. in United Kingdom on 6 May 1910.
  • 1910
    TIMELINE
    18 November 1910 | United Kingdom
    Black Friday suffragette protest leads to violent clashes with police. in United Kingdom on 18 November 1910.
  • 1911
    Occupation
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    None.
    Citation: 1
  • 1911
    Residence
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 11 Barton St Rochdale, Rochdale, Lancashire, England.
    Citation: 1
  • 1911
    Census
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 8; Marital status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Daughter.
    Citation: 1
  • 1913
    TIMELINE
    4 June 1913 | Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG
    British Suffragette Emily Wilding Davison dies after stepping in front of the King's horse, (incidently she also hid in cupboard to avoid 1911 census). in Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG, on 4 June 1913.
  • 1914
    TIMELINE
    28 June 1914 | Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
    World War 1 starts, following the assassination at Sarajevo, with Austria-Hungary declaring war on Serbia in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, on 28 June 1914.
  • 1914
    TIMELINE
    4 August 1914 | United Kingdom
    UK declares war on Germany - start of World War I in United Kingdom on 4 August 1914.
  • 1916
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1916 | United Kingdom
    Military Service Act introduces conscription for men aged 18 to 41. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1916.
  • TIMELINE
    Between 1918 and 1920 | World
    Flu Pandemic - Many deaths among civilian (Worldwide: 17 to 100 million estimate; UK: .228 million estimate) in World on between 1918 and 1920.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    6 February 1918 | United Kingdom
    Representation of the People Act grants vote to 'some' women over 30. in United Kingdom on 6 February 1918.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    11 November 1918 | World
    World War 1 ends with millions dead and armistice in Germany in World on 11 November 1918.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    19 July 1920 | United Kingdom
    Irish Republican Army attacks intenify, including in England, as the Irish War of Independence begins. in United Kingdom on 19 July 1920.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    8 August 1920 | United Kingdom
    Education Act raises school leaving age to 14 years. in United Kingdom on 8 August 1920.
  • 1921
    Occupation
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Hilton & Co Ivy Manufactures Rochdale (495): Ivy Maker Hilton & Co, Rochdale; John St, Rochdale.
    Citation: 2
  • 1921
    Census
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 19 years; Marital status: Unmarried; Relationship to Head: Daughter.
    Citation: 2
  • 1921
    Residence
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: Lancashire; 11 Barton Street; Parish: Rochdale.
    Citation: 2

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    DECEASED

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • National Origin
    The national origin of Helen McGrath was English.
    Citations: 1,2
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study Helen McGrath has the reference number 59348.
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EthnicityEnglish
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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This person appears in the following lists:-
"Last Update" within in last 7 days
"Last Update" within last 4 weeks
Census 1911 England
England - All
England, Lancashire - ALL
England, Surrey - ALL
France
World War 1
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  1. [S1977] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1911%2FRG14%2F24664%2F0613&parentid=GBC%2F1911%2FRG14%2F24664%2F0613%2F1,
    Citation Detail: Census for MCGRATH, MICHAEL JOSEPH household of Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Piece number: 24664;Schedule: 307; Record ID: GBC/1911/RG14/24664/0613/1; First name(s) Last name Relationship to head Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place Michael Joseph McGrath Head Married Male 35 1876 L and y railway goods cheekee Glenlara Co Limerick Resident Mary McGrath Wife Married Female 37 1874 None China Hongkong Helen McGrath Daughter Single Female 8 1903 None Rochdale Lancashire William McGrath Son Single Male 7 1904 None Rochdale Lancashire,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 9 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1911 Census For England & Wales | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1911/RG14/24664/0613/1. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1911-ENG-McGrath-Michael-Joseph-1876-Lancashire-Rochdale
  2. [S4806] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20028%2F0307&parentid=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20028%2F0307%2F01,
    Citation Detail: Census for MCGRATH, MICHAEL JOSEPH household of 11 Barton Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, England; , Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale PBFolio: ; Page: ; Record ID: GBC/1921/RG15/20028/0307/01; Registration district number: 470; Sub-district number: 5; Enumeration district number: 14; Archive series: RG 15; Piece number: 20028; Schedule number: 154; Schedule type code: E; Schedule type: England household, single page, 10 entries; District reference: RD 470 RS 5 ED 14; First name(s) Last name Relationship to head Sex Birth year Age in years Birth place Occupation Employer Michael Joseph McGrath Head Male 1876 44 Limerick, Ireland Checker L & Y Rly Co Minrow L & Y Railway Milnrow Mary McGrath Wife Female 1875 46 Hong Kong, China Home Duties - Helen McGrath Daughter Female 1902 19 Rochdale, Lancashire, England Ivy Maker Hilton & Co, Rochdale Hilton & Co Ivy Manufactures Rochdale William McGrath Son Male 1903 17 Rochdale, Lancashire, England Apprentice Fitter Holroyds Ltd Milnrows Holroyd & Co Machine Maker Etc Milnrow,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 11 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1921/RG15/20028/0307/01. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1921-ENG-McGrath-Michael-Joseph-1876-Lancashire-Rochdale-A

William McGrath1,2

M, #59349, b. 1904, d. DECEASED
Family Explorer
Pedigree Link
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Father*Michael Joseph McGrath (b. 26 November 1874, d. DECEASED)
Mother*Mary Dowling (b. 1870, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathWilliam McGrath died DECEASED.
BirthHe was born in 1904 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG.1


Census Summary

1910
Census
2 Apr 19111
1920
Census
19 Jun 19212

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • TIMELINE
    Between 1 July and 18 November 1916 | France
    World War 1 - Battle of Somme rages with heavy British casualties (95,675 killed or missing) in France on between 1 July and 18 November 1916.
  • 1903
    Birth
    1903 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    William McGrath was born in 1903 in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Rochdale, Lancashire.
    Citation: 2
  • 1904
    Birth
    1904 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Citation: 1
  • 1906
    TIMELINE
    March 1906
    School Meals Act passed, allowing local authorities to provide free meals to needy children. in on March 1906.
  • 1907
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1907 | United Kingdom
    Probation of Offenders Act introduces probation as an alternative to prison. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1907.
  • 1908
    TIMELINE
    1 April 1908 | United Kingdom
    Old Age Pensions Act passed, providing pensions to people over 70. in United Kingdom on 1 April 1908.
  • 1910
    TIMELINE
    6 May 1910 | United Kingdom
    King Edward VII dies; George V ascends the throne. in United Kingdom on 6 May 1910.
  • 1910
    TIMELINE
    18 November 1910 | United Kingdom
    Black Friday suffragette protest leads to violent clashes with police. in United Kingdom on 18 November 1910.
  • 1911
    Occupation
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    None.
    Citation: 1
  • 1911
    Census
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 7; Marital status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Son.
    Citation: 1
  • 1911
    Residence
    2 April 1911 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: 11 Barton St Rochdale, Rochdale, Lancashire, England.
    Citation: 1
  • 1913
    TIMELINE
    4 June 1913 | Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG
    British Suffragette Emily Wilding Davison dies after stepping in front of the King's horse, (incidently she also hid in cupboard to avoid 1911 census). in Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG, on 4 June 1913.
  • 1914
    TIMELINE
    28 June 1914 | Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
    World War 1 starts, following the assassination at Sarajevo, with Austria-Hungary declaring war on Serbia in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, on 28 June 1914.
  • 1914
    TIMELINE
    4 August 1914 | United Kingdom
    UK declares war on Germany - start of World War I in United Kingdom on 4 August 1914.
  • 1916
    TIMELINE
    1 January 1916 | United Kingdom
    Military Service Act introduces conscription for men aged 18 to 41. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1916.
  • TIMELINE
    Between 1918 and 1920 | World
    Flu Pandemic - Many deaths among civilian (Worldwide: 17 to 100 million estimate; UK: .228 million estimate) in World on between 1918 and 1920.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    6 February 1918 | United Kingdom
    Representation of the People Act grants vote to 'some' women over 30. in United Kingdom on 6 February 1918.
  • 1918
    TIMELINE
    11 November 1918 | World
    World War 1 ends with millions dead and armistice in Germany in World on 11 November 1918.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    19 July 1920 | United Kingdom
    Irish Republican Army attacks intenify, including in England, as the Irish War of Independence begins. in United Kingdom on 19 July 1920.
  • 1920
    TIMELINE
    8 August 1920 | United Kingdom
    Education Act raises school leaving age to 14 years. in United Kingdom on 8 August 1920.
  • 1921
    Census
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 17 years, 8 months; Marital status: Unmarried; Relationship to Head: Son.
    Citation: 2
  • 1921
    Residence
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Detail: Lancashire; 11 Barton Street; Parish: Rochdale.
    Citation: 2
  • 1921
    Occupation
    19 June 1921 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Holroyd & Co Machine Maker Etc Milnrow (156): Apprentice Fitter Holroyds Ltd Milnrows; Milnrow.
    Citation: 2

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    DECEASED

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • National Origin
    The national origin of William McGrath was English.
    Citations: 1,2
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study William McGrath has the reference number 59349.
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EthnicityEnglish
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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This person appears in the following lists:-
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Census 1911 England
England - All
England, Lancashire - ALL
England, Surrey - ALL
Fitters
France
World War 1
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  1. [S1977] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1911%2FRG14%2F24664%2F0613&parentid=GBC%2F1911%2FRG14%2F24664%2F0613%2F1,
    Citation Detail: Census for MCGRATH, MICHAEL JOSEPH household of Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Piece number: 24664;Schedule: 307; Record ID: GBC/1911/RG14/24664/0613/1; First name(s) Last name Relationship to head Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place Michael Joseph McGrath Head Married Male 35 1876 L and y railway goods cheekee Glenlara Co Limerick Resident Mary McGrath Wife Married Female 37 1874 None China Hongkong Helen McGrath Daughter Single Female 8 1903 None Rochdale Lancashire William McGrath Son Single Male 7 1904 None Rochdale Lancashire,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 9 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1911 Census For England & Wales | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1911/RG14/24664/0613/1. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1911-ENG-McGrath-Michael-Joseph-1876-Lancashire-Rochdale
  2. [S4806] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20028%2F0307&parentid=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20028%2F0307%2F01,
    Citation Detail: Census for MCGRATH, MICHAEL JOSEPH household of 11 Barton Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, England; , Parliamentary borough or division: Rochdale PBFolio: ; Page: ; Record ID: GBC/1921/RG15/20028/0307/01; Registration district number: 470; Sub-district number: 5; Enumeration district number: 14; Archive series: RG 15; Piece number: 20028; Schedule number: 154; Schedule type code: E; Schedule type: England household, single page, 10 entries; District reference: RD 470 RS 5 ED 14; First name(s) Last name Relationship to head Sex Birth year Age in years Birth place Occupation Employer Michael Joseph McGrath Head Male 1876 44 Limerick, Ireland Checker L & Y Rly Co Minrow L & Y Railway Milnrow Mary McGrath Wife Female 1875 46 Hong Kong, China Home Duties - Helen McGrath Daughter Female 1902 19 Rochdale, Lancashire, England Ivy Maker Hilton & Co, Rochdale Hilton & Co Ivy Manufactures Rochdale William McGrath Son Male 1903 17 Rochdale, Lancashire, England Apprentice Fitter Holroyds Ltd Milnrows Holroyd & Co Machine Maker Etc Milnrow,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 11 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1921/RG15/20028/0307/01. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1921-ENG-McGrath-Michael-Joseph-1876-Lancashire-Rochdale-A

John Dowling1,2

M, #59350, b. 1872, d. between October and December 1881
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Father*John Dowling (b. 1843, d. between October and December 1896)
Mother*Mary Magrath (b. 1848, d. DECEASED)
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Vital Facts

DeathJohn Dowling died between October and December 1881, in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Age: 9; Formerly: Lancashire; Index: Rochdale - 1881 Oct-Dec; Volume 8E, Page 43.2
BirthHe was born in 1872 in Pietermaritzburgh, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Note: Pietermaritzburgh, Natal, South Africa; British Subject.1,2


Census Summary

1880
Census
3 Apr 18811

Events - Chronological (including alternatives)

  • Residence
    Between October and December 1881 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    Citation: 2
  • 1872
    Birth
    1872 | Pietermaritzburgh, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
    John Dowling was born in 1872 in Pietermaritzburgh, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Note: Pietermaritzburgh, Natal, South Africa; British Subject.
    Citations: 1,2
  • 1874
    TIMELINE
    1 March 1874 | United Kingdom
    Factory Act (Health of Women etc.) – Limits working hours for women and children; raises minimum working age to 10. in United Kingdom on 1 March 1874.
  • 1878
    TIMELINE
    November 1878 | Afganistan
    Second Afghan War begins – Britain intervenes after diplomatic tensions with Russia and Afghanistan. British troops including Dowlings go to war. in Afganistan on November 1878.
  • 1879
    TIMELINE
    22 January 1879 | Africa
    Anglo-Zulu War – Conflict in South Africa; British forces, including Dowlings, ultimately defeat the Zulu Kingdom. in Africa on 22 January 1879.
  • 1880
    TIMELINE
    28 August 1880 | United Kingdom
    Elementary Education Act – Makes school attendance compulsory for children aged 5–10. in United Kingdom on 28 August 1880.
  • 1881
    Census
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Enumerated on the census as Age: 9; Marital status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Son.
    Citation: 1
  • 1881
    Residence
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Detail: Beer House, 49, High Street, Wardleworth.
    Citation: 1
  • 1881
    Occupation
    3 April 1881 | Wardleworth, Rochdale, Lancashire, England
    Scholar.
    Citation: 1

Events - Death & Burial

  • Death
    Between October and December 1881 | Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG
    John Dowling died between October and December 1881, in Rochdale, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Age: 9; Formerly: Lancashire; Index: Rochdale - 1881 Oct-Dec; Volume 8E, Page 43.
    Citation: 2

Facts - Non-Chronological

  • National Origin
    The national origin of John Dowling was British.
    Citation: 1
  • Reference Number
    In the Dowling One-Name Study John Dowling has the reference number 59350.
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EthnicityBritish
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Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling
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Africa - ALL
Cause of Death
Census 1881 England
Death Age
England - All
England, Lancashire - ALL
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  1. [S2523] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1881%2F4361638%2F00566&parentid=GBC%2F1881%2F0019029336,
    Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JOHN household of Wardleworth, WardleworthLancashire, England; Archive reference: RG11; Piece number: 4113; Folio: 78; Page: 23; Schedule: 613; ; Record ID: GBC/1881/0019029336; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place John Dowling Head Married Male 39 1842 Beer seller Ireland Mary Dowling Wife Married Female 30 1851 - Ireland Annie Dowling Daughter Single Female 12 1869 Scholar Gibraltar Mary Dowling Daughter Single Female 10 1871 Scholar China John Dowling Son Single Male 9 1872 Scholar South Africa Catherine Dowling Daughter Single Female 6 1875 Scholar South Africa Fredrick Dowling Son Single Male 4 1877 Scholar Manchester, Lancashire, England William Dowling Son Single Male 0 1881 - Rochdale, Lancashire, England,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 9 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; Page Title: "Record Transcription: 1881 England, Wales & Scotland Census | findmypast.co.uk"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1881/0019029336. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

    Census-1881-ENG-Dowling-John-1842-Lancashire-Rochdale-A
  2. [S4807] SOURCE: (Full),
    Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FD%2F1881%2F4%2FAZ%2F000091&parentid=BMD%2FD%2F1881%2F4%2FAZ%2F000091%2F005,
    Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
    Citation Detail: Death of DOWLING, JOHN in Rochdale, Lancashire, England; Age: 9; 1872; Index: Rochdale - 1881 Oct-Dec; 1881- Volume 8E Page 43,
    Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 11 June 2026, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/D/1881/4/AZ/000091/005. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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