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Title: Robert thompson born 1832 Co. Antrim Ireland
Post by: bisjam on Sunday 14 April 13 20:51 BST (UK)

Hi. I am looking to trace a Robert Thompson born in 1832 in Ballyligpatrick Co.Antrim Ireland. His parents were a Henry (Harry) Thompson and a Nancy Graham. I know he moved to America at some point as in his fathers will issued upon his death he leaves money to him and it mentions he is now in America. Unfortunately no mention of where. He had 7 sibblings all of whom stayed in Ireland. Sorry this is a bit vague but if anyone can come up with anything I would be grateful Thanks

Title: Re: Robert thompson born 1832 Co. Antrim Ireland
Post by: aghadowey on Sunday 14 April 13 20:56 BST (UK)

Would you like me to move your topic to the U.S. board as that is where details are likely to be found?

Title: Re: Robert thompson born 1832 Co. Antrim Ireland
Post by: bisjam on Sunday 14 April 13 21:35 BST (UK)

Please

Title: Re: Robert thompson born 1832 Co. Antrim Ireland
Post by: ballydw on Sunday 14 April 13 23:41 BST (UK)

There are quiet a few passenger records to usa for Robert Thompson name just one that may apply or not

Robert Thompson age 21. b. 1832. Sailing from Belfast Arriving in New York May 3rd 1853
Ship Hamburg Elbe Other Thompsons on manifest are Ann age 34, William age 19. :)

Title: Re: Robert thompson born 1832 Co. Antrim Ireland
Post by: bisjam on Sunday 14 April 13 23:54 BST (UK)

Is there any indication. To Whom  or where he is going

Title: Re: Robert thompson born 1832 Co. Antrim Ireland
Post by: ballydw on Sunday 14 April 13 23:59 BST (UK)

No cannot see any further information.  You could check the Censuses, but there are several Robert Thompsons born around the same time so it is difficult to pin one down. Someone on the site may be able to offer more information the researchers on here are fantastic :)

Title: Re: Robert thompson born 1832 Co. Antrim Ireland
Post by: shellyesq on Tuesday 16 April 13 14:12 BST (UK)

When did his father die?

Title: Re: Robert thompson born 1832 Co. Antrim Ireland
Post by: bisjam on Tuesday 16 April 13 14:53 BST (UK)

Roberts father was a Henry known as Harry Thompson. He died 20 jan 1881 in Ballyligpatrick co. antrim

Title: Re: Robert thompson born 1832 Co. Antrim Ireland
Post by: shellyesq on Tuesday 16 April 13 15:04 BST (UK)

It might take a bit of ruling possible Roberts out to find your guy.  There are at least 12 on the 1880 census who might fit the bill:  http://www.rootschat.com/links/0tjj/

I took a look at the one who was in Brownsville, NY and Civil War records have his parents as Joseph & Margaret, so he seems to be out.

Title: Re: Robert thompson born 1832 Co. Antrim Ireland
Post by: shellyesq on Tuesday 16 April 13 15:12 BST (UK)

The Robert Thompson in Circleville, Ohio seems to not be him either, as the parents are wrong on his death certificate.  https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/X86Y-9TL

Title: Re: Robert thompson born 1832 Co. Antrim Ireland
Post by: jtbt53 on Thursday 07 December 17 19:28 GMT (UK)

Hi, I too am seeking Robert Thompson b.1832 in Ballyligpatrick, Bisjam has listed all the known info that I have as well.

Is this thread still open and has anyone found a trace of Robert?

P.S. he was my great-great-great-uncle. :)