Thank you Bob,
Yes probably Fineas was one of us, but my grt.grt.grandfather was a William born (I assume about 1790) Sure it must be a relative but maybe a brother?
My grt.grandfather was Robert Hardcastle Johnston (says on his tombstone born 1821 Newtown, Co. Westmeath) I cannot find any trace of him in this area. The only thing I have found is a Benjamin Hardcastle Johnston who emigrated to Ontario Canada in about 1850, this I am sure is a relative as I have established they came from Westmeath. So frustrating I cannot find the actual place of birth I am wondering if the parish records would help.
Thanks for your help, any suggestions would be appreciated.
Regards
J