Well, the day has come.... my package was received from Barnardo's. I have to admit to being somewhat disappointed, but after all that you folks have already turned up, REALLY, what was left?? Their letter basically confirmed William's birthdate (but only a year for Walter); gave an admission date to the MacPherson Homes of March 1907--just 3 weeks prior to their being shipped off to Canada--which would explain the lack of information--they were only there for 3 weeks! It included a sheet of information on the follow up visits made to him in Canada over the next 4 years ---several in 1907 and then once a year until 1911. BUT, they included pictures of BOTH William and Walter, so that was really nice to receive both of those. With reference to their mother, Harriet--it just said whereabouts unknown. So the boys were in Chorlton until early 1907--so I'm expecting there must be a file *somewhere* with additional information for their 6 years there... I've read somewhere where the LMA in London has files--so I guess I'll try to find that reference and see if there's anything else to be had.
I've spent the past several weeks, putting together all the information on William and Harriet's parents and grandparents.... have discovered a Hodgson relative (a grandson of Harriet's brother I think he turned out to be), so I have been able to pass along some of the information you turned up for me along to him---gave me a great deal of satisfaction to be able to do that. And for that, I thank you. Have ordered several marriage/death certificates... so the search continues.... I have learned a lot from you---not only about my grandfather, but also where and how to look to continue the search..... Tks all..... gail
