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Thanks for this, the name of Smith certainly doesn't help with my research. I'll check out the links you've added. She came to Scotland sometime between 1881 to 1891 with her son and nephew, stating she married but no sign of husband anywhere so hopefully this the chap in question.
Annie

Yes, I can send on the newspaper clipping if needed. Ta

Hi Looking for help with a look up.  It's my Gt Gt Gran (possibly) who I know was living in Down during the date of the newspaper article. 

Margeret Smith or Smyth
27 August 1879
Banbridge Chronicle
Banbridge, Down, Northern Ireland

Margaret was accused of deserting her child on 19th July of 1879 the registrar was Edward Orme and the JP was James Heron Esq.  Ultimately she was sent to the workhouse awaiting trial at the next Quarter Session.  I have the article if you need more info.  According to the article she used an alias of Cooper, which was, coincidentally, her father's occupation! 

She married a man earlier in 1878  (William Stratton) so I'm not sure if I've found the correct lady.

I believe these records are held in Belfast at PRONI.

Please let me know if you need any more info.  Thanks in advance.   

Always happy to help reciprocate here in Glasgow.

Thanks, I'll check it out. X

Births took place in Scotland from 1908 to 1920. Names are private at the moment. Thanks