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Wales (Counties as in 1851-1901) => Wales => Monmouthshire => Topic started by: Arranroots on Saturday 20 May 06 10:28 BST (UK)
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According to the SIT I am the only Rootschatter researching WEBB in Monmouthshire!
I know this is not the case, so...
Some time ago a lady called Emma from Wollongong posted on a mailing list - she was searching for Gertrude May WEBB (married to David Daniel MORGAN). Gertie was born in Abersychan in 1893 to Joseph WEBB and Esther BIRD. I attempted to reply to her message, but the mail bounced.
So if you are out there, Emma - come and find me!!
kind regards, Arranroots
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Arron
Iam looking for a webb as well,my webbs were from Bristol but one was born here, I'm still on his trail but no luck so far.
I know Arron we have crossed tracks before in Mangotsfield ;D
if you need me to look for anything over this side of the pond just let me know.
Steve
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Thanks Steve! :D
I am actually thinking of making a visit - just as soon as (a) it stops raining - or Noah gives me a lift!! and (b) I fathom out where is the best place to go for what I need. (I am only over the Severn!)
I think Cwmbran is best for Trevethin records, but is there much there?
Maybe Newport would be better?
I went to the church at Trevethin last time & nearly got scratched to death!!
A ;)
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the rain has not stopped all day here BUCKET loads
I have never used Cwmbran but Newport is very good,think it all depends what your looking for.
Newport library has lots of lovely stuff to trawl through and the staff are wonderful
Just keep me in mind if you need anything,wellie boots at the ready and camera poised
Steve
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The recrod Office at County hall cwmbran has all the parish registerss for Trevethin some non-conformist stuff; Schools stuff. Tithe apportionment maps and stuff; Copies of the Gwent FHS Monumental Inscriptions transcriptions; board of guardians recordselectoral rolls from 1890; Hanbury manuscripts; Wentsland and Bryngwyn Estates Manuscripts;
And those are just a few that I cherry-picked from the list in the leaflet published by Gwent FHS and available from their sales office r for 40p and a stamped addressed envelope.
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Thanks for the tip!
I made my visit in glorious sunshine yesterday - found 2x gt grandparents' grave and we were lucky enough to have a guided tour of St David's Church, Rhymney by the verger - absolutely beautiful in its simplicity (but if anyone has a few spare Ģ0000 it is in dire need of waterproofing!) Have photos to share if anyone would like a copy.
Next time I will (a) find the streets I want to visit on a street map first, instead of driving by & missing them (b) visit either Cwmbran or Tredegar which apparently also houses a local history collection.
The valleys are truly beautiful and although the closing of the mines and associated industries has ravaged the fortunes of the working population, nature is certainly glad of it.
kind regards, Arranroots ;)
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So glad you found them Arran...remmember any help ..just ask
Steve
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OOOH OOOH OOOH! as of today im researching webbs in monmouthshire, and from what you've said it sounds like there could be a connection
JAMES WEBB born 1844, williton somerset (other place names given: bristol pill, bill somerset)
MARRIES
MIRIAM JAYNE/JAIYNE/JANE born 1846 maes teg glamorgan
by 1881 living in bedwelty
children:
sarah, francis, james, thomas g, thos/thomas and miriam (my gr grandmother)
please please contact me if there is a connection!
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Hi Laurenfay :)
I don't think so...BUT I have been talking to someone recently who DOES have a James.
Unless it was you?
I will rack my brains & check my correspondence and get back to you.
Welcome to Rootschat btw - and the fraternity of WEBB searchers!
kind regards, Arranroots ;)
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I found it - it was Timotheus, but the names don't quite correspond.
http://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=29100
You could try sending him a PM, as his seem to be a generation later, so could be your gt aunts/ uncles?
Also try listing your interests on the Surname Interest Table (link at the bottom of the page)
I will keep an eye open for your family & if you need any help, please ask.
A ;)
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Ok, thanks very much! Lauren
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Hello Arranroot
Webb is one of the names I am researching. My Grandparents came to Wales from the Berkerley area of Gloucester around 1890.They lived at various times in Blaina,Barry,Bedwas and eventually settled Llanbradoc. At least two of my grandfathers' brothers also came to work in Wales around the same time. I have them on the 1891 and 1901 census but would like to trace the families of George and Rebecca Webb and Daniel and Bessy Webb after this time.
Delyn (nee Webb)
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Hi Delyn
I donīt think there is a connection with my family, but there could well be if we went back far enough! My own research had stalled in 1800 due to the lack of non-conformist records for Wotton under Edge.
Have you considered the WEBB One Name Study group? It is very reasonable to join (about four pounds I believe) and they have lots of records of WEBBs which you would then have access to - just Google for an address.
Alternatively, if you are nearby you can try the various record offices and electoral registers should help. Have a look at the Beginners board for research in the 20th century.
Sorry not to include the relevant URLs - writing to you in a bit of a rush - but will try to remember to check this when I get home again.
kind regards, Arranroots
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Hello Again
Thanks for your reply.
You may be interested to know that one on my Grandfather' sisters lived in Wotton - under - Edge where some of her children were born. Her married name was Kent.
Best wishes
Delyn
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Hi, I'm not sure if you are still on here but I am the Emma that you referred to in your original post. I stopped looking for this information a while ago and just thought that I would put it in google one more time and came accross this post. Thank you for this information that I was never able to find. Hope to hear from you some time. Emma
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Emma! How wonderful!
Never say die - it only took us seven years to get together! :D
I can't remember at the moment what your connection is with Gertrude, but if you want to post a couple of times more, you can send me your email address privately (the PM message system won't work until you have at least two posts to your name).
Thank you for getting in touch & I look forward to talking to you soon.
Kind regards, Arranroots :)
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Hi Arranroots, yes it only took seven years. Gertrude is my Great Grandmother on my Mother's side. Her son Harold Morgan is my grandfather. Looking forward to further discoveries. Emma
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Thanks, Emma - PM safely received!
A :)