Esler family of Linenhall St, Ballymena, Antrim

[suemccall]

Researching William Esler and Mary Lennox.  I have found only one son James Lennox Esler. When he was born in 1871 they were residing in Linenhall Street, Ballymena, Antrim.  I would be most grateful for any help. 

[aghadowey]

Researching William Esler and Mary Lennox.  I have found only one son James Lennox Esler. When he was born in 1871 they were residing in Linenhall Street, Ballymena, Antrim.  I would be most grateful for any help. 

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William Esler, son of John, married 1868 Mary Lennox, daughter of James-
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:FGZT-7D3

Son James born 1871 (no middle name)-
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:FPBS-HBW

[aghadowey]

James Esler's birth certificate gives father William's occupation as pawnbroker- an important clue. There are no other Esler children with mother's name Lennox in GRONI's index so perhaps his mother died at his birth or not long after.

1877- Ballymena: Eslar, Wm., pawn broker, Linenhall Street
http://www.lennonwylie.co.uk/PT_B1877.htm#BALLYMENA

1880- Eslar, William, pawn broker, Linenhall Street (no listing in 1901 directory)
http://www.lennonwylie.co.uk/PT_B1880.htm#BALLYMENA

[scotmum]

1880- Eslar, William, pawn broker, Linenhall Street (no listing in 1901 directory)
http://www.lennonwylie.co.uk/PT_B1880.htm#BALLYMENA

Ballymena Observer, Jul 30 1887 lists the Pawnbroker's Establishment as being for sale.

It mentions that the vendor wishes to retire and settle on her farm and that particulars can be gained from M Esler (so presumably Mary).