Those Working in Ireland From the Mid 19th and 20th Century

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JOHN BRABAZON

Dublin


The 1901 Irish Census records John Brabazon as a 37 year-old, County Dublin born, Silver Chaser. He is married to 36 year-old, Dublin City born, Mary. They live with their four children, Esther 11, Bridget 9, Alice 6, and Thomas 3, and John's mother, Alice, aged 67 years of age. The family reside at 5, Gloucester Street, Dublin, which is described in the census as tenements. This family of seven live in just one room. Their religion was recorded as Roman Catholic.

The 1911 Irish Census records that John has lost his wife, he is recorded as a Silversmith and widower. There is another daughter, Mary aged 7, and the rest of John's children are still living with him. The family have removed to 18, Dominick Street, Dublin, but they still all live in one room. The census notes that John and Mary were married for 20 years, had 10 children, of whom 5 were living.

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AUGUSTIN STANLEY

Dublin


The 1901 Irish Census records Augustin Stanley as a 17 year-old, Dublin City born, Silversmith. He lives with his (step?) father and mother, John (59)and Cathrine (56) Smith, and his sister, Amelie Stanley 19 years of age. The family reside at 92.3 Dorset Street Lower, Dublin, which is described in the census as a private dwelling. The family of four live in one room. Their religion was recorded as Roman Catholic.

Augustin Stanley does not appear to be recorded in the 1911 Irish Census.

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JOHN J. LUNDBERG

Dublin


The 1901 Irish Census records John J. Lundberg as a 58 year-old, Dublin born, Silversmith. He is married to 57 year-old, Dublin born, Mary. They live with their two sons and daughter, Henry F. 24, Thomas E. 19 and Mary F. 26 years of age. Daughter Mary is married to William Wright, a Ships' Steward, they have one baby son, Thomas B. Wright. The family reside at 3, Buckingham Place, Dublin, which is described in the census as a private dwelling. The family's religion was recorded as Church of Ireland. John's son, Thomas E. Lundberg, was recorded as an apprentice silversmith (see below post).

The 1911 Irish Census records John Lundberg as aged 71 years. He is recorded as an unemployed silversmith and a widower. Daughter Mary Wright and her four children and another daughter, Margaret Penrose, and her daughter, live with their father, as does son Thomas, now described as a 29 year-old silversmith. The family have removed to 4, Charleville Avenue, Dublin, which is described in the census as a private dwelling.

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THOMAS E. LUNDBERG

Dublin


The 1901 Irish Census records Thomas E. Lundberg as a 19 year-old, Dublin born, Apprentice Silversmith. He is unmarried, and lives with his Father, the Silvermith, John J. Lundberg (see above post) at 3, Buckingham Place, Dublin, which is described in the census as a private dwelling. His religion was recorded as Church of Ireland.

The 1911 Irish Census records Thomas Lundberg as aged 29 years. He is now recorded as a Silversmith. He is still unmarried and resides with his, now unemployed, father at 4, Charleville Avenue, Dublin, which is described in the census as a private dwelling.

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JAMES McKEON (McKEOWN)

Randalstown, Co. Antrim



James McKeon - Randalstown, Co. Antrim - 1958

James McKeown was married to Rose (neé McMeel) a primary school teacher, they had four children, Donal, James, Mary and Teresa.

James was a keen sportsman and played Gaelic football and hurling with Creggan Kickhams GAA club.

James McKeown died in 1998 aged 83 and Rose, his wife, died in 2008, aged 92 years.

The business, now known as James McKeown & Co.of 9, Main Street, Randalstown, are still trading and celebrated 70 years in business in 2011. The company is now owned by Joe McErlain, and managed by Barry O'Boyle.

Eldest son Donal (b.12-4-1950) was to become the Most Rev. Dr. Donal McKeown, the Auxiliary Bishop of Down and Connor, and later, in 2014, became Bishop of Derry.

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WILLIAM JOHN HENRY

Belfast


The 1901 Irish Census records William Henry as a 42 year-old, Belfast born, Silver Polisher. He is a widower, and lives with his unmarried sister, Catherine, aged 36 years, and his two sons, Thomas 15, and William 9 years of age. Both sons were also Belfast born. They reside at 135, New Lodge Road, Belfast, which is described in the census as a private dwelling. His religion was recorded as Roman Catholic.

In the 1911 Irish Census, William Henry's middle name was noted as John. He is now recorded as being aged 45 years and his occupation as an Electro Plate Polisher. He still lives with his sister (now aged 50!) and his two sons, but they have relocated to 6, Singleton Street, Belfast, which is described in the census as a private dwelling.

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ROBERT FARRELL

Castle Street, Belfast


INSOLVENT DEBTORS

At Belfast, July 1:

Robert Farrell, late of Castle-street, Belfast, in the county of Antrim, jeweller and dealer in fancy goods.

Source: Freeman's Journal and Daily Commercial Advertiser - 2nd June 1869

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SIDNEY WHITESIDE CAMPBELL

Belfast


The 1901 Irish Census records Sidney Whiteside Campbell as a 45 year-old, Belfast born, Master Jeweller. He is married to 56 year-old, Belfast born, Mary. They live with their son John, 19, and daughter, Mary Patterson, 17 years of age. They reside at 4,Duncairn Gardens, Belfast, which is described in the census as a private dwelling. Their religion was recorded as Church of Ireland. Daughter Mary is recorded as a Jeweller's Assistant.

The 1911 Irish Census reveals that Sydney has remarried, his new wife of four years is 48 year-old, Belfast born, Margaret. Their address is recorded as 5, Duncairn Gardens, Belfast, which is still described in the census as a private dwelling.


Marriages

Campbell - Wisnom - December 15, at St. James's Church, by the Rev. J. Bristow, Sidney Whiteside Campbell to Mary Wisnom, both of Belfast.

Source: The Belfast News-Letter - 30th December 1879


Noted as Sidney Whiteside Campbell, Jeweller, of York Street, Belfast, the executor of Mary Glenn of 70, Elizabeth Street, Belfast, in 1897. (Source: The Belfast News-Letter - 27th April and 15th May 1897)


Sidney Whiteside Campbell died on the 14th April 1914

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MARGARET HARRIS

19, Arthur Street, Belfast


MARGARET HARRIS

19, Arthur Street, Belfast

Mrs. H continues the business of her late husband on her own account and is prepared to execute all orders from the country with which she may be favoured with promptness and on the most reasonable terms.

Source: The Belfast News-Letter - 23rd November 1865

This is the continuation of the business of William Harris, see: viewtopic.php?f=38&t=18350&p=99972&hilit=harris#p99972

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WILLIAM SMYTH

Dublin


The 1901 Irish Census records William Smyth as a 40 year-old, Dublin City born, Silversmith. He is unmarried and is a lodger at the house of Mary Kelly at 39.2, Portland Row, Mountjoy, Dublin, which is described in the census as a tenement. His religion was recorded as Roman Catholic.

William Smyth does not appear to be recorded in the 1911 Irish Census.

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J. HILLIARD

Tipperary


The evictions on the Smith-Barry Estate at Tipperary were continued yesterday. John Merrigan. Longford, was first put out, after which the following shopkeepers in the town were evicted, Henry Ryan, town councillor and provision merchant; John Godfrey, grocer; J. Hilliard, jeweller; John Bourke, gas director; Miss King, stationer and delf warehouse; and Jeremiah Dawson, town clerk and coal merchant. No resistance was offered. Other shopkeepers are abandoning their houses in the town, and shops and houses are being built for the evicted tenants on the estate of Mr. Stafford O'Brien, which adjoins the Smith-Barry property, and has the advantage of being nearer the railway station.

Source: The Morning Post (London) - 5th December 1889


'J. Hilliard' may be mis-print, and the above very likely refers to William Hilliard (see: viewtopic.php?f=38&t=18350&p=85397&hilit=hilliard#p85397 ), but is recorded here should any further information regarding 'J. Hilliard' come to light.

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DUFFNER BROTHERS

29, Shop Street, later 15, West Street, Drogheda, and 40, Clanbrassil Street, Dundalk, and Newry



Duffner Bros. - Drogheda and Dundalk - 1958


Very likely to be identified with the Duffner's in Tipperary, who were one of many German jewellers who established jewellery and watchmaking businesses in Ireland during the second half of the 19th century, including the Ganter’s in Dublin, the Faller’s in Galway and Londonderry, the Wehrle’s in Sligo, the Maurer’s in Limerick and Ennis, the Hilser’s in Cork, the Hakenjos's in Dundalk.

The Clanbrassil Street, Dundalk store closed in 2014, it has been trading for 86 years having thought to have been opened in 1928.


Duffner Brothers, 40, Clanbrassil Street, Dundalk

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EDWARD DODD

Dublin


The 1901 Irish Census records Edward Dodd as a 52 year-old, English born, Silver Plater (?). He is married to 48 year-old, English born, Esther. They reside at 1.1, Eccles Place, Dublin, which is described in the census as a private dwelling. Their religion was recorded as Protestant.

The 1911 Irish Census records that Edward appears to be 65(?), and Esther 46 years of age. His occupation is now recorded as, what appears to be, a Silver, Brass and Nickle Plater. He now states that he and his wife are Dublin City born. They now occupy one room at 102.5 in Dorset Street, Dublin, which is described in the census as a private dwelling. The census reveals that Edward and Esther have been married for 20 years and have no children.

Both census forms make for difficult reading.

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THOMAS McCONNELL

Dublin


The 1901 Irish Census records Thomas McConnell as a 31 year-old, Co. Cavan born, Practical Watch Maker. He is married to 28 year-old, Dublin City born, Margaret. The couple have on son, 1 year-old Cecil Alex, who was also born in Dublin City. They reside at 17, Washington Street, Dublin, which is described in the census as a private dwelling. The family's religion was recorded as Baptist.

The 1911 Irish Census reveals the addition of a daughter to the family, Kathleen A., aged 9 years. They have removed to 2, Merton Avenue, Dublin, which is described in the census as a private dwelling. The census notes that Thomas and Margaret had been married for 15 years, had two children, of whom both were living.

Thomas McConnell was working at Hopkins & Hopkins, Sackville Street, Dublin at the time of its destruction during the Easter Rising 1916. He lost his workman's tools during that incident and claimed compensation through the Property Losses (Ireland) Committee (PLIC). His claim of £13 2s 2d appears to have been successful. His address at the time of the claim was recorded as 85, Donore Avenue, South Circular Road, Dublin.

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JAMES CHRISTOPHER DONOHOE

Dublin


The 1901 Irish Census records James Donohue as a 7 year-old, Dublin born, Scholar. He lives with his parents, Joseph and Mary Donohue, at 31.2, Upper Dorset Street, Dublin, which is described in the census as a private dwelling. His religion was recorded as Roman Catholic.

The 1911 Irish Census records James Donohoe as a 17 year-old Watchmaker's Apprentice. He still resides at the home of his parents, which is now at 9, Auburn Street, Dublin, which is described in the census as a private dwelling.

James Donohoe was working at Hopkins & Hopkins, Sackville Street, Dublin at the time of its destruction during the Easter Rising 1916. He lost his workman's tools during that incident and claimed compensation through the Property Losses (Ireland) Committee (PLIC). His claim of £23 3s 7d appears only to have been partially successful as the Committee recommended a payment of £18 . His address at the time of the claim was recorded as 2, Auburn Street, Dublin.

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WILLIAM J.C. SKINNER

Dublin


William J.C. Skinner was working at Hopkins & Hopkins, Sackville Street, Dublin at the time of its destruction during the Easter Rising 1916. He lost his workman's tools during that incident and claimed compensation through the Property Losses (Ireland) Committee (PLIC). His claim of £30 0s 2d appears only to have been partially successful as the Committee recommended a payment of £10 13s 6d . His address at the time of the claim was recorded as 18, Avoca Road, South Circular Road, Dublin.

William J.C. Skinner does not appear to be recorded in the 1901 or 1911 Irish Censuses.

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FRANK KYLE GIBSON

Dublin


Frank Kyle Gibson was working at Hopkins & Hopkins, Sackville Street, Dublin at the time of its destruction during the Easter Rising 1916. He lost his workman's tools during that incident and claimed compensation through the Property Losses (Ireland) Committee (PLIC). His claim of £43 5s 4d appears only to have been partially successful as the Committee recommended a payment of just £7 13s 0d . His address at the time of the claim was recorded as 159, Emmet Road, Dublin.


This may be the same Frank Gibson, who, in the 1901 Irish Census, was recorded as a 29 year-old, Canadian born, Jeweller. He was unmarried and was residing as a boarder in the house of Jane Wilson at 4, Ormeau Avenue, Belfast. His religion was recorded as Irish Church.

The 1911 Irish Census records Frank Gibson as now aged 39 years, but born in Co. Derry. He has been married for two years to 25 year-old, Co. Antrim born, Hilda. They reside at 677, Lisburn Road, Belfast, which is described in the census as a private dwelling. They have one live-in servant. The census also notes that the couple have had one child, but it had not survived.

As to whether Frank Gibson of Belfast and Frank Kyle Gibson of Dublin are one of the same person, has yet to be confirmed, although there are only three Frank Gibson's in the 1901 census and six in the 1911 census.

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SAMUEL GEORGE GLOVER

Dublin


Samuel Glover was working at Hopkins & Hopkins, Sackville Street, Dublin at the time of its destruction during the Easter Rising 1916. He lost his workman's tools during that incident and claimed compensation through the Property Losses (Ireland) Committee (PLIC). His claim of £14 0s 0d appears only to have been partially successful as the Committee recommended a payment of £12 12s 0d . His address at the time of the claim was recorded as 10d Iveagh Buildings, Patrick Street, Dublin.

Samuel Glover does not appear to be recorded in the 1901 Irish Census, but is recorded in the 1911 version. He was described as a 53 year-old, Co. Athlone born, Jeweller. His wife of 26 years was 51 year-old, Dublin born, Mary Jane. They reside at Block A, Guinness Trust Buildings, Patrick Street, Dublin. The couple have no children. Their religion was recorded as Church of Ireland.

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ROBERT LEPP

Dublin


The 1901 Irish Census records Robert Lepp as a 59 year-old, Liverpool born, Watch Jeweller. He lives with his Dublin born wife, 42 year-old, Mary. They reside at 79, Kirwan Cottages, Dublin, which is recorded in the census as a three room private dwelling. Their religion was recorded as Catholic.

The 1911 Irish Census still records Robert Lepp as a 69 year-old Watch Jeweller. His wife Mary is now recorded as being 58 years old. They now reside at 9.9, George's Place, Dublin, which is recorded in the census as a one room dwelling. The census records that Robert and Mary had been married for 28 years.

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DAVID McCUTCHEON

27, English Street, Downpatrick, Co. Down







The 1901 Irish Census records David McCutcheon as a 69 year-old, Holywood, Co. Down born, Watchmaker. He is married to 60 year-old, Glasgow born, Maryan. They reside at 27, English Street, Downpatrick, which is described in the census as a shop. Their religion was recorded as Prebysterian. David and Maryan appear to be quite affluent as the couple have eleven rooms to themselves at their property.

David McCutcheon does not appear to be recorded in the 1911 Irish Census.

David McCutcheon is recorded as a Watchmaker located in English Street, Downpatrick, in the County Down Guide & Directory 1886

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