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Hello there

I am interested in researching my mother's family who originally came from Celbridge in Co Kildare. I am very new to all this and would love some guidance on how to proceed.

Can anyone recommend a good internet site to gather information?

My grandmother was born in Elm Hall and her brother was called Art O'Connor. He was an MP and judge I believe. I have a picture of my grandmother's wedding day taken outside the house. My mother mentioned that she had aunts called Fanny and Biddy Ose (I think Bridget Rose). There were other family members I think.

My grandmother was called Anne O'Connor and married my grandfather Sean O'Kane from Limavady in Co Derry. I understand he lost a lot of money in the Wall Street crash.

My great-grandfather's name was Arthur O'Connor and he had a second marriage to Elizabeth Saul. I am unsure if this was my great-grandmother or not.

I would appreciate any help that anyone is able to give. I live in NZ now, so shall be doing everything over the net.

Thankyou in anticipation.

Catherine