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     John Bright was a draper. He married Patience Ashbury Fuller, daughter of Charles Fuller.

     Patience Ashbury Fuller was the daughter of Charles Fuller.² She married John Bright. Patience emigrated in October 1857 arriving in Victoria, Australia on the ship "Hotspur" with daughters Sarah and Margaret.¹

     George W Greathead was born on 21 July 1836 in Mercersburg, Franklin County, Pennsylvania, USA.¹ He was the son of Thomas Williams Greathead and Frances Sarah Hux. In the census of 1 June 1840 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, he was listed as the son of Thomas Williams Greathead The 1840 US Federal census only lists the names of the head of the household. The remainder are listed as numbers within age groups. So the relationship has been assumed. Also in the household were two people I cannot identify, both are female, one aged 20-30 the other aged 30-40.² In the census of 1 June 1850 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, he was listed as the son of Thomas Williams Greathead.^3,4 He married Clara Matilda Sterrett, daughter of William Dunsworthy Sterrett and Lucritia Maria Nead, on 23 February 1860 in Mercersburg, Franklin County, Pennsylvania, USA.^1,5 George was listed as head of household in the census of 1 June 1860 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, George was a tanner.⁶ George was listed as the head of the family of on the census of 10 June 1880 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, George was a tanner.⁷ George was listed as the head of the family of on the census of 1 June 1900 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, george was a farmer.⁸ He died on 9 April 1906 in Pennsylvania, USA, aged 69 years 8 months 19 days from aortic regurgitation.^1,9,10,11 George was buried on 11 April 1906 in Fulton Cemetery - Union, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA.^9,10,12

     Clara Matilda Sterrett was born on 28 April 1841 in Mercersburg, Franklin County, Pennsylvania, USA.¹ She was the daughter of William Dunsworthy Sterrett and Lucritia Maria Nead. She married George W Greathead, son of Thomas Williams Greathead and Frances Sarah Hux, on 23 February 1860 in Mercersburg, Franklin County, Pennsylvania, USA.^1,2 In the census of 1 June 1860 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, she was listed as the wife of George W Greathead.³ In the census of 10 June 1880 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, she was listed as the wife of George W Greathead Clara was keeping house.⁴ In the census of 1 June 1900 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, she was listed as the wife of George W Greathead.⁵ Her husband George died on 9 April 1906 in Pennsylvania, USA, aged 69 aged 69 years 8 months 19 days from aortic regurgitation.^1,6,7,8 Clara was listed as the head of the family of on the census of 20 April 1910 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, Clara was living with her daughter.⁹ Clara was listed as the head of the family of on the census of 5 January 1920 in First Street, McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA.¹⁰ She died on 21 June 1926 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, from arthritis probably septic and cardiovascular disease. She worked as a housekeeper.^6,11,7,8 Clara was buried on 24 June 1926 in Fulton Cemetery - Union, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA.^6,7,8

     William Dunsworthy Sterrett was born about 1811 in Greencastle, Franklin County, Pennsylvania, USA.¹ He married Lucritia Maria Nead in September 1831 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA.¹ William died on 7 August 1846.¹

     Lucritia Maria Nead was born on 31 May 1815.¹ She married William Dunsworthy Sterrett in September 1831 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA.¹ Lucritia died on 12 April 1881 aged 65.¹

     Elsie Selina Greathead was born on 8 October 1868 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA.¹ She was the daughter of George W Greathead and Clara Matilda Sterrett. In the census of 10 June 1880 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, she was listed as the daughter of George W Greathead Elsie was going to school.² In the census of 1 June 1900 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, she was listed as the daughter of George W Greathead Elsie was a school teacher.³ In the census of 5 January 1920 in First Street, McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, she was listed as the daughter of Clara Matilda Greathead She was a public school teacher.⁴ Elsie was listed as the head of the family of on the census of 2 April 1930 in 20 Main First Street, McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA.⁵ In 1936 school teacher Elsie published privately "The History of Fulton County, Pennsylvania" during the sesqui-centennial of McConnellsburg, a work that was inspired by her mother, as Miss Greathead says in her dedication of the volume, “whose interest in McConnellsburg caused her to collect and preserve much of the material herein.” In her later years, Miss Greathead retired from school teaching to work as an instructor at state-run teachers’ colleges. Failing health caused her to retire from teaching permanently in 1943 and to move out of her downtown house into the Fulton House, under the care of Mrs. Vera James. She was the last in her family line of school teachers.⁶ Elsie was listed as the head of the family of on the census of 1 April 1940 in N First, McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA.⁷ Elsie died on 17 January 1944 in Fulton House, McConnellsburg, Pennsylvania, USA, aged 75 in a fire where the historic hostelry was destroyed. The was trapped in the hotel and suffered thrird degree burns and cremation of the extrematies and skull. Elsie was the only casualty, everyone else escaped.^6,8,9 Elsie was buried on 19 January 1944 in Fulton Cemetery - Union, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA.^6,9

     Carrie Sterrett Greathead was born on 21 October 1861 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA.¹ She was the daughter of George W Greathead and Clara Matilda Sterrett. In the census of 10 June 1880 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, she was listed as the daughter of George W Greathead Carrie was at school.² In the census of 1 June 1900 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, she was listed as the daughter of George W Greathead Carrie was a school teacher.³ In the census of 5 January 1920 in First Street, McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, she was listed as the daughter of Clara Matilda Greathead She was a public school teacher.⁴ Carrie died on 4 October 1929 in Pennsylvania, USA, aged 67 from cardio-renal disease.^5,6 Carrie was buried on 7 October 1929 in Fulton Cemetery - Union, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA.^5,7,6

     Frances Hudson Greathead was born on 9 February 1867 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA.¹ She was the daughter of George W Greathead and Clara Matilda Sterrett. In the census of 10 June 1880 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, she was listed as the daughter of George W Greathead Frances was going to school.² In the census of 1 June 1900 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, she was listed as the daughter of George W Greathead Fannie was a school teacher.³ In the census of 20 April 1910 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, she was listed as the daughter of Clara Matilda Greathead Fannie was living with her mother and working as a public school teacher.⁴ Frances died on 17 July 1915 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, aged 48 from general acute folictorritis. She was a teacher.^1,5,6 Frances was buried on 20 July 1915 in Fulton Cemetery - Union, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA.^7,5,6

     Edgar Nead Greathead was born on 21 March 1871 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA.¹ He was the son of George W Greathead and Clara Matilda Sterrett. Edgar died on 22 May 1875 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, aged 4.^1,2 Edgar was buried in 1875 in Fulton Cemetery - McConnellsburg Methodist, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA.²

     Ernest Dunwoody Greathead was born on 7 July 1876 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA.¹ He was the son of George W Greathead and Clara Matilda Sterrett. In the census of 10 June 1880 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, he was listed as the son of George W Greathead.² In the census of 1 June 1900 in McConnellsburg, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, he was listed as the son of George W Greathead Ernest was a printer.³ Ernest died on 14 July 1907 in Canton, Stark County, Ohio, USA, aged 31.^1,4 Ernest was buried in 1907 in Fulton Cemetery - Union, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA.^4,5

     Janet Joy Longden was born on 21 May 1926 in San Jose, California, USA.^2,3,4 She attended grammar school through high school in San Jose and graduated from San Jose State University in 1948. While at San Jose State, Janet was an active member of the Gamma Phi Beta Sorority.³ She married Arthur Stanley Greathead, son of Arthur William Greathead and Mary Margaret Ish, on 3 February 1949 in Westminster Presbyterian Church, 7702 Westminster Boulevard, Santa Clara, California, USA.^3,5 Arthur's greatest love was Janet Joy Longden, born in the hospital room next to him; they grew up together attending church and social events. Then one day home from University he "noticed" her and they were married 3 months later! They were married 60 years until Janet's death in 2009. Together they raised two children in San Benancio where there were always gardens growing, pets roaming and neighborhood children playing. He cherished being a husband and father. His deep compassion and values came from his faith and these guided him well in business and relationships. Together they filled their Passports with trips all over the world on business or pleasure. They were active in their church(s) especially the youth groups, many staying in touch by e-mails from all over the world.⁶ She died on 23 February 2009 at home in Salinas, California, USA, her death appeared in the San Jose newspaper, the Monterey Herald and The Calif on 25 February 2009. She was described as being 82 years of age.^2,3,4 She was buried on 27 February 2009 after a memorial service at Presbyterian Church, 315 E. Alvin in Monterey County Cemetery, Monterey, California, USA.^3,7

     John Kelso was born about 1807 in Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland.² He was the son of Adam Kelso and Margaret Reid.² He married Catherine Bowes on 21 January 1826 in Abbey, Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland.² John and Catherine arrived in New South Wales on the "Trinidad" on 6 November 1841 along with their family including their son John.² His wife Catherine died on 1886 in Redfern, New South Wales, Australia.² John died about 1892 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.²

     Sarah Ann Baldock was born on 12 August 1836 in Challock, Kent, England.¹ She was the daughter of John Meppan Baldock and Eliza Richards.¹ John and Eliza together with their daughter Sarah arrived in New Souh Wales, Australia abourd "Una" in 1849.¹ She married John Kelso, son of John Kelso and Catherine Bowes, on 21 January 1860 in Largs, New South Wales, Australia.¹ Sarah died on 30 June 1921 in East Hills, New South Wales, Australia, aged 84.¹ Sarah was buried in St Saviour's, Punchbowl, New South Wales, Australia, Sarah is buried with her husband John.¹

     Charles Dellinger Greathead was born on 22 October 1883 in McConnellsburg, Pennsylvania, USA, Both his parents were born in Pennsylvania.^1,2,3 He was the son of John Wellesley Greathead and Almira Virginia Dellinger. In the census of 1 June 1900 in Todd, Fulton County, Pennsylvania, USA, he was listed as the servant of Elizabeth Trout and working as a farm labourer.⁴ In the census of 20 April 1910 in Franklin County, Pennsylvania, USA, he was listed as a hired man working as a general farm labourer.⁵ On 12 September 1918 Charles was described as having grey eyes and black hair. He was a farm labourer working for George Fox. He is also listed as a white US citizen.⁶ He married Martha B Hoffman, daughter of Benjamin Franklin Hoffman and Hattie Myers, on 20 July 1923 in Franklin, Pennsylvania, USA.^7,2,8 Charles was listed as the head of the family of on the census of 2 April 1930 in 67 Williamson Road, Peters, Franklin County, Pennsylvania, USA, Charles was a general farmer.⁹ Charles was listed as the head of the family of on the census of 1 April 1940 in Greencastle, Antrim, Franklin County, Pennsylvania, USA, Charles was living with his wife and two children and worked as a lablourer.¹⁰ On 27 April 1942 Charles stated on his US WW2 registration that he was five foot four inches tall and weighed 175 pounds. He wore glasses and was listed as a negro with brown eyes, grey hair and dark brown complexion, which is in some ways different to the information on his WW1 card. His address in 1942 was RD2, Greencastle, Antrim, Franklin, Pensylvannia and his employment was with Gem Garment Company, Greenmantle, Pensylvannia.^3,11 His wife Martha died on 26 July 1948 in Greencastle, Franklin County, Pennsylvania, USA, aged 56 from acute cardiac failure.^7,12,13,14 Charles died on 21 February 1961 in Guildford Hospital, Franklin County, Pennsylvania, USA, aged 77 from coronary occlusion.^1,15,13 Charles was buried on 24 February 1961 in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Greencastle, Franklin County, Pennsylvania, USA, Martha and Charles were buried together under one gravestone.^16,12,14

     Martha B Hoffman was born on 10 August 1891 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, Both her parents were born in Pennsylvania.^2,3,4 She was the daughter of Benjamin Franklin Hoffman and Hattie Myers.² She married Charles Dellinger Greathead, son of John Wellesley Greathead and Almira Virginia Dellinger, on 20 July 1923 in Franklin, Pennsylvania, USA.^2,3,5 In the census of 2 April 1930 in 67 Williamson Road, Peters, Franklin County, Pennsylvania, USA, she was listed as the wife of Charles Dellinger Greathead.⁶ In the census of 1 April 1940 in Greencastle, Antrim, Franklin County, Pennsylvania, USA, she was listed as the wife of Charles Dellinger Greathead.⁷ In the census of 1 April 1940 in State Hospital for the Insane, Cameron and Maclay, Susquehanna, Dauphin, Pennsylvania, USA, she was listed as an inmate she was listed as a married lady.⁸ Martha died on 26 July 1948 in Greencastle, Franklin County, Pennsylvania, USA, aged 56 from acute cardiac failure.^2,4,9,10 Martha was buried on 29 July 1948 in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Greencastle, Franklin County, Pennsylvania, USA, Martha and Charles were buried in the same plot.^11,12,10

     Benjamin Deliinger Greathead was born on 13 January 1929 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.^3,4,5,2,6 He was the son of Charles Dellinger Greathead and Martha B Hoffman. In the census of 2 April 1930 in 67 Williamson Road, Peters, Franklin County, Pennsylvania, USA, he was listed as the son of Charles Dellinger Greathead.⁷ He married Gertrude Elizabeth Smith, daughter of George Schmidt and Grace Baker.⁸ In the census of 1 April 1940 in Greencastle, Antrim, Franklin County, Pennsylvania, USA, he was listed as the son of Charles Dellinger Greathead.⁹ His Social Security Number was 162-22-6109 in Pennsylvania, USA.⁴ Benjamin died on 10 February 1995 in Hagerstown, Maryland, Washington, USA, aged 66.^4,10,11,6

     Gertrude Elizabeth Smith was born on 17 December 1917 in Maryland, Washington, USA.^2,3,4,5,6 She was the daughter of George Schmidt and Grace Baker.⁶ She married Benjamin Deliinger Greathead, son of Charles Dellinger Greathead and Martha B Hoffman.⁷ Her Social Security Number was 220-28-3548 in 1951 in Maryland, West Virginia, USA.³ Her husband Benjamin died on 10 February 1995 in Hagerstown, Maryland, Washington, USA, aged 66.^3,8,9,6 Gertrude died on 1 April 1995 in Maryland, West Virginia, USA, aged 77.^10,3,11,9,6