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Title: Murphys to New Zealand from Galway
Post by: kiwicuzzie on Monday 25 January 10 11:28 GMT (UK)
 ;)Hi there.  I am from New Zealand and I am trying to trace the Murphys from Galway.  Know this is a huge task but am looking for Michael John Murphy - born in Galway abt 1848.  She married Isabella Stewart - born Ireland abt 1850.They had children John,Florence, Wiliam,Emily, Alfred, Charles and Maude.
Michaels parents were John Murphy and Bidella Smith.  I cannot find any information on exactly where they lived or what their occupations where while in Galway.  Understand they were farm workers although some records state Michael was a commercial traveller.  Michael is my Great Great Grandfather and I am keen to learn more about the Irish roots of my family.
Hoping somebody can help me.
Many thanks.
Deb