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     Jane Wedlock was born about 1835 in Jamaica, West Indies.¹ She married Edward Waghorn, son of William Waghorn and Elizabeth Mulford, in 1860 in Romford, Essex, England.² In the census of 7 April 1861 in 4 Chapel Street, Sheerness, Kent, England, she was listed as the wife of Edward Waghorn.³ Her husband Edward died on 1870 in Sheerness, Kent, England.⁴ Jane was listed as the head of the family on the census of 3 April 1881 in 32 Green Street, Sheerness, Kent, England, Jane was living with her children.⁵ Jane was listed as the head of the family on the census of 5 April 1891 in 238 Old Kent Road, St George the Martyr, London, England, James was living with her son Frederick.⁶ Jane died on 8 March 1892 in Kent County Asylum, Maidstone, Kent, England, she had been admitted on 24 February.^7,8

     Maria Waghorn was born about 1818 in Sheerness, Kent, England.¹ She was the daughter of William Waghorn and Elizabeth Mulford. In the census of 30 March 1851 at Sheppey, Kent, England, she was listed as the daughter of William Waghorn.² In the census of 7 April 1861 in 4 Chapel Street, Sheerness, Kent, England, she was listed as the sister of Edward Waghorn.³ Maria died in 1869 in Sheppey, Kent, England.⁴

     Howard Greathead was born on 21 May 1892 in Bruce County, Ontario, Canada, Dr W J Scott was the physician at the birth and his father was described as a farmer.^2,3 He was the son of William Greathead and Amanda Schatz.¹ In the census of 31 March 1901 in Bruce County, Ontario, Canada, he was listed as the son of William Greathead.⁴ In the census of 1 June 1911 in Saugeen, Bruce County, Ontario, Canada, he was listed as the father of William Greathead.⁵ He married Edna Effie Pearl Rourke, daughter of W H Rourke and Eliza L Arney, on 4 June 1913 in Bruce County, Ontario, Canada, Howard was a mechanic. The ceremony was witnessed by Laura M Greathead of Southampton and Charma Roue from Park Head. Howard and Pearl went on to have a family of two girls and a boy and lived in Hamilton, Ontario.^6,7 Howard was listed as the head of the family of on the census of 1 June 1921 in 73 Barnesdale, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, Howard, a wood worker lived with his wife and daughter lodging as a family with William and Isabel Robinson.⁸

     Elizabeth ... was born about 1778 in London, England.¹ She married Rev William Robert Stephenson.¹ In the census of 30 March 1851 at Corringham, Essex, England, she was listed as the mother of John H Stephenson.² In the census of 7 April 1861 in Eton House, London Road, Tonbridge, Kent, England, she was listed as the mother in law of Samuel Stephenson Greatheed.³

     Caroline E Greathead was born about 1821 in Erith, Kent, England.¹ She was the daughter of John Greathead and Sarah Hyenday.¹ In the census of 6 June 1841 in Gartley Place, Dartford, Kent, England, she was listed as the servant of James and Rebecca Allen. James was of independant means.² In the census of 30 March 1851 at 2 Rochester Terrace, St Pancras, London, England, she was listed as the servant of Elizabeth Brooks a widow and an annuitant.³ In the census of 7 April 1861 in High Street, Dartford, Kent, England, she was listed as the daughter of John Greathead.⁴ She married Richard Collins in 1865 in Dartford, Kent, England.⁵ Her husband Richard died on before 1871.¹ Caroline was listed as head of household in the census of 2 April 1871 in 25 Engineer Road, Woolwich, London, England, Caroline was a laundress. In the household were James aged 18, a labourer in the Arsenal, Elizabeth aged 15, a laundress, Ann aged 13, a nurserymaid and Thomas aged 13, a scholar. They were presumably Richard's children from a previous marriage.⁶ Caroline was listed as the head of the family on the census of 3 April 1881 in 8 Tamworth Cottages, Croydon, Surrey, England, Caroline was a charwoman, her granddaughter Ada Townsend aged 11 was staying with her.⁷ Caroline died in 1885 in Croydon, Surrey, England.⁸

     Richard Collins married Caroline E Greathead, daughter of John Greathead and Sarah Hyenday, in 1865 in Dartford, Kent, England.² Richard died before 1871.³

     Emily A Skillern was born on 3 February 1899.¹ On 29 September 1939 in the National Register Emily was listed as living at Ramsgate, Kent, England, she is working as a waitress and living with two other people, one being Leonard Tracey born 5.2.1932? maybe children from a previous marriage or evacuees?² She married John George Greathead, son of George William Greathead and Gertrude Alice Pull, in 1941 in Dartford, Kent, England.³ Emily died in 1966 in Canterbury, Kent, England.⁴

     Benjamin Cornell was born in 1841 in Barton Mills, Suffolk, England.^2,3 He married Ellen Greathead, daughter of John Greathead and Sarah Hyenday, in 1864 in Dartford, Kent, England.⁴ Benjamin was listed as head of household in the census of 2 April 1871 in Wellington Road, Orpington, Kent, England, Benjamin was a labourer living with his wife.⁵ Benjamin was listed as the head of the family on the census of 3 April 1881 in Wellington Road, Orpington, Kent, England, Benjamin was living with his wife and worked as a plate layer.⁶ Benjamin was listed as the head of the family on the census of 5 April 1891 in 7 Wellington Road, Orpington, Kent, England, Benjamin was a railway plate layer living with his wife.⁷ His wife Helen died on 1901 in Bromley, Kent, England.⁸ Benjamin was listed as a patient on the census of 31 March 1901 in Kent County Lunatic Asylum, Maidstone, Kent, England.⁹ Benjamin died in 1901 in Maidstone, Kent, England.¹⁰

     George Greathead was born about 1811 in Dartford, Kent, England.¹ He was the son of John Greathead and Elizabeth ...² He was baptised on 25 December 1811 in Frindsbury, Dartford, Kent, England.^3,4,5 He married Mary A ...¹ George was listed as the head of the family on the census of 6 June 1841 in Erith, Kent, England, George was a tailor living with his wife.⁶ George was listed as head of household in the census of 30 March 1851 at Erith, Kent, England, George was a tailor.⁷ George was listed as the head of the family on the census of 7 April 1861 in 2 Park Spring Terrace, Erith, Kent, England.⁸ His wife Mary died on 1869 in Dartford, Kent, England.⁹ George was listed as head of household in the census of 2 April 1871 in 9 Prince Arthur Cottages, Crown Street, Erith, Kent, England, George was a tailor.¹⁰ George died in 1877 in Rochford, Kent, England.¹¹ George was buried on 12 October 1877 in St John the Baptist, Southend on Sea, Essex, England.^12,13

     Mary A ... was born about 1815 in Erith, Kent, England.¹ She married George Greathead, son of John Greathead and Elizabeth ....¹ In the census of 6 June 1841 in Erith, Kent, England, she was listed as the wife of George Greathead.² In the census of 30 March 1851 at Erith, Kent, England, she was listed as the wife of George Greathead.³ In the census of 7 April 1861 in 2 Park Spring Terrace, Erith, Kent, England, she was listed as the wife of George Greathead.⁴ Mary died in 1869 in Dartford, Kent, England.⁵

     Thomas Paul Greathead was born about 1856 in Whitechapel, London, England.¹ He was the son of John Greathead and Elizabeth Seaman. In the census of 7 April 1861 in 46 Lodging House, Crown of Seven Lense Bath House, Tower Hamlets, London, England, he was listed as the son of John Greathead Thomas was a scholar.² He died on 26 July 1861 in 47 Royal Mint Street, Whitechapel, London, England, of typhus after 14 days 5 of which were in a coma.^3,4 Thomas was buried on 31 July 1861 in Victoria Park Cemetery, Hackney, London, England, with his sister Sarah.^5,4

     John Dent Greathead was born about 1858 in Whitechapel, London, England.¹ He was the son of John Greathead and Elizabeth Seaman. In the census of 7 April 1861 in 46 Lodging House, Crown of Seven Lense Bath House, Tower Hamlets, London, England, he was listed as the son of John Greathead John was a scholar.²

     Louisa ... was born about 1804 in Old George Lane, Southwark, London, England.¹ She married William Grishow. In the census of 7 April 1861 in 1 Canal Place, Canal Bank, Peckham, Surrey, England, she was listed as the mother in law of Charles Greathead Louisa was a seamstress.²

     Robert Featherstone Greathead was born about 1783 in London, England.^1,2 He married Elizabeth Hoskins on 21 February 1807 in St Martin in the Fields, Westminster, London, England.^1,3 John Hitchcock of the Guinea North Bruton Mews Berkeley Square victualler and Robert Featherstone Greathead took out an insurance policy with the Sun Fire Office on 12 July 1821. The policy was on the brick dwelling house of John Hitchcock for six hundred pounds. His household goods wearing apparel printed books and plate were also covered for a further three hundred pounds. China and glass a further twenty pounds and stock and utensils and goods eighty pounds. The premium was £1 1/6 and it was due for renewal midsummer 1822. The duty paid was £1 10/-. By 21 April 1823 the property was in the hands of Mr Maguire and no longer covered.⁴ On 27 February 1837 Robert was indicted for a misdemenor at the Old Bailey. It would appear that on 9 September 1836 Robert appeared at St Katherine's Dock and fraudulently presented a sampling order. He was found guilty and of good character and he was recommended for mercy receiving a sentence to be confined for six months. The newspaper report suggested his name was William Featherstone Greathead.^2,5,6 Robert was listed as the head of the family on the census of 6 June 1841 in Fullwood Road, St Andrew, Holborn, London, England, Robert was an attorney clerk.⁷ Robert died in 1845 in Marylebone, London, England.⁸ Robert was buried on 21 March 1845 in Whitefield´s Memorial Church, North Ground, Camden, London, England, aged 60.⁹

     Elizabeth Hoskins was born about 1775 in Cranborne, Dorset, England.¹ She married Robert Featherstone Greathead on 21 February 1807 in St Martin in the Fields, Westminster, London, England.^1,2 In the census of 6 June 1841 in Fullwood Road, St Andrew, Holborn, London, England, she was listed as the wife of Robert Featherstone Greathead.³ Her husband Robert died on 1845 in Marylebone, London, England.⁴ In the census of 30 March 1851 at Little James Street, Clerkenwell, London, England, she was listed as the mother in law of David Wilkinson Elizabeth was living with her son in law and daughter and their family.⁵ In the census of 7 April 1861 in 20 Liquorpond Street, Holborn, London, England, she was listed as the mother of Harriett Wilkinson Elizabeth was a needlewoman and a widow.⁶ Elizabeth died in 1861 in Holborn, London, England.⁷

     Harriett Greathead was born on 25 May 1809 in Cranborne, Dorset, England, Harriett may also have the forenames of Harriett Maria Bentley.^1,2,3,4 She was the daughter of Robert Featherstone Greathead and Elizabeth Hoskins.¹ She was baptised on 4 June 1809 in St Mary and St Bartholomew, Cranborne, Dorset, England.^2,3 She married David Wilkinson on 25 December 1832 in St Luke, Old Street, Finsbury, London, England, after the banns had been read. The ceremony was witnessed by Robert F Greathead and Elizabeth Anne Muddley.^5,6 In the census of 6 June 1841 in Constitution Row, Grays Inn Road, St Pancras, London, England, she was listed as the wife of David Wilkinson.⁷ In the census of 30 March 1851 at Little James Street, Clerkenwell, London, England, she was listed as the wife of David Wilkinson.⁸ Harriett was listed as the head of the family of on the census of 7 April 1861 in 20 Liquorpond Street, Holborn, London, England, Harriett was a needlewoman and a widow. She had her mother, her daughter Eliza an envelope folder aged 20 and son Henry, an errand boy aged 14 living with her.⁹ Harriett died in 1868 in Clerkenwell, London, England.¹⁰

     David Wilkinson was born about 1807 in St Mary le Strand, London, England.¹ He married Harriett Greathead, daughter of Robert Featherstone Greathead and Elizabeth Hoskins, on 25 December 1832 in St Luke, Old Street, Finsbury, London, England, after the banns had been read. The ceremony was witnessed by Robert F Greathead and Elizabeth Anne Muddley.^2,3 David was listed as the head of the family on the census of 6 June 1841 in Constitution Row, Grays Inn Road, St Pancras, London, England, David was an accountant.⁴ David was listed as head of household in the census of 30 March 1851 at Little James Street, Clerkenwell, London, England, David was a law writer.⁵ David died in 1852 in Clerkenwell, London, England.^1,6

     ... Greathead married Jane ...¹ ... Died before 1861.

     Jane ... was born about 1796 in London, England.¹ She married ... Greathead.¹ In the census of 7 April 1861 in 11 Albion Square, Hackney, London, England, she was listed as the mother of John Greathead.²

     Jane Greathead was born about 1821 in London, England.¹ She was the daughter of ... Greathead and Jane ... In the census of 7 April 1861 in 11 Albion Square, Hackney, London, England, she was listed as the sister of John Greathead.²

     John Greathead was born about 1823 in London, England.¹ He was the son of ... Greathead and Jane ... He married Mary Ann ... John was listed as the head of the family on the census of 7 April 1861 in 11 Albion Square, Hackney, London, England, John was a Clerk in an Insurance Company.²

     Mary Ann ... was born about 1829 in Berkshire, England.¹ She married John Greathead, son of ... Greathead and Jane .... In the census of 7 April 1861 in 11 Albion Square, Hackney, London, England, she was listed as the wife of John Greathead.²

     Sarah Jane Greathead was born about 1855 in Islington, London, England.¹ She was the daughter of John Greathead and Mary Ann ... In the census of 7 April 1861 in 11 Albion Square, Hackney, London, England, she was listed as the daughter of John Greathead.²

     Joseph George Greathead was born on 8 April 1907 in Bruce County, Ontario, Canada, The Physician at the birth was Dr Pat J Scott, his father was described as a farmer.² He was the son of William Greathead and Amanda Schatz.¹ In the census of 1 June 1911 in Saugeen, Bruce County, Ontario, Canada, he was listed as the son of William Greathead.³ In the census of 1 June 1921 in Lot 67 L R, Saugeen, Ontario, Canada, he was listed as the son of William Greathead.⁴ He married Bess Steward They lived in Bimbo Ontario.⁵ Joseph died in 1945 in Ontario, Canada.⁶ Joseph was buried in Southampton Cemetery, Southampton, Ontario, Canada.⁷

     Mary Elizabeth Harris Greathed was born on 8 August 1813 in Uddens House, Chalbury, Dorset, England, Marys birth was recorded in Salisbury and Winchester Journal of Monday 16 August 1813. It read Birth, On the 8th inst.the Lady of E.Greathead, Esq. at Udden's-House, of a daughter.^1,2 She was the daughter of Edward Harris and Mary Elizabeth Glyn.¹ In the census of 6 June 1841 in Hampton Court Green, Hampton Court, Surrey, England, she was listed as the daughter of Mary Elizabeth Greathed.³ In the census of 30 March 1851 at Turnworth House, Turnworth, Blandford, Dorset, England, she was listed as the sister in law of William Parry Okeden.⁴ Mary applied for a passport on 10 October 1855 The number when issued was 30837.⁵ In the census of 7 April 1861 in 20a Hill Street, Hanover Square, London, England, she was listed as the daughter of Mary Elizabeth Glyn.⁶ Mary was listed as head of household in the census of 2 April 1871 in 10 Portugal Street, Hanover Square, London, England, Mary was a householder and had her cousin Mary F Goodlake staying with her.⁷ Mary was listed as the head of the family on the census of 5 April 1891 in 5 Chester Street, Hanover Square, London, England, Mary was living on her own means and had her great nephew Derek Stephenson staying with her.⁸ Mary died on 9 March 1898 in 5 Chester Street, Grosvenor Place, London, England, aged 84 Mary died unmarried.^9,10,11 The will of Mary was proved on 1 April 1898 in London to Hon Pascoe Charles Glyn a banker, her nephew in law Keppel Stephenson a retired Major of Royal Horse Artillery and Edmund Robert Perry Okenden. Her effects were valued at £13086 18s 1d.¹⁰