The christening of "Michael Brough" is listed in FamilySearch (via FHL Films # 90685 and 252836), which states that he was christened on 16 January 1822 in Wigton, Cumberland, England, and that his parents were William Brough and Ann.
The christening of "Michael Brough" is listed in FamilySearch (via FHL Films # 90685 and 252836), which states that he was christened on 16 January 1822 in Wigton, Cumberland, England, and that his parents were William Brough and Ann.
Genealogical information about "John Hall" is listed in the "Conway-Jones Family Tree" in Ancestry.com.
The christening of "Jane Canningham" is listed in FamilySearch (via FHL Film # 97358), which states that she was christened on 1 July 1849 in Burneside, Westmorland, England, and that her parents were Hamilton Canningham and Ann.
In the 1851 Census, "Jane Cunningham" is listed as being 2 years old (born about 1848), born in Kendal, Westmorland, and residing with her parents, Hamilton and Ann Cunningham, and a sibling, at: Great Boughton, Chester, Cheshire, England.
Genealogical information about "Jane Cunningham" is listed in the "Conway-Jones Family Tree" in Ancestry.com.
"Jane Canningham" is listed in FamilySearch Tree, PID#: MKF2-SSW.
Marriage Notes for John Hall and Jane Cunningham-30728
The marriage of "John Hall" and "Jane Conyningham" is listed in the online FreeBMD, which states that their marriage was registered in October-December 1866 in Penrith district, Cumberland.
The 1853 birth of "Francis Goodwin" is listed in the online FreeBMD, which states that his birth was registered in July-September 1853 in Stoke-upon-Trent district, Staffordshire.
The 1876 marriage of "Francis Goodwin" and "Sarah Moore Brough" is listed in FamilySearch, which states that they were married by Banns on 15 January 1876 at St. Peter's church in Stoke upon Trent, Staffordshire, England; that Francis Goodwin was 33 years old (born about 1853) and a "Bachelor" and "Potter" of "Heron Cross" and that his father was "Rudolphia Roome" a "Potter"; and that Sarah Moore Brough was 20 years old (born about 1856) and a "Spinster" of "Heron Cross" and that her father was "Samuel Moore" a "Cratemaker". The marriage was witnessed by Joseph Moore and Mary Davis.
The 1855 birth certificate of "Sarah Moore" was obtained from the GRO in England by the Brough Family Organization in April 2025, and stated that she was born on 6 December 1855 at "Vauxhall [or Vauxhall Street in] Longton", Staffordshire, England, and that her parents were "Samuel Moore" a "Crate Maker" and "Esther Brough" of "Vauxhall [in] Longton".
The 1861 christening of Sarah Moore Brough" is listed in the parish register of St. John, Longton, Staffordshire (?via FHL Film # 1471087), which states that she was christened on 27 January 1861 in St. John, Longton, and that her parents were Samuel Moore and Esther. (Note: The marriage of "Samuel Moore" and "Esther Brough" was registered in April-June 1860 and took place at St. Paul, Edensor, Staffordshire.)
In the 1861 Census, "Sarah B. Moore" is listed as being 5 years old (born about 1856), born in Longton, Staffordshire, and residing with her parents, Samuel and Esther Moore, and a sibiling, in the home of her widowed grandmother, Catherine Brough, at: 39 Normacot Road, Longton, Staffordshire.
In the 1871 Census, "Sarah Morre" is listed as being 14 years old (born about 1857), born in Longton, Staffordshire, working as a "China Paintress", and residing with her parents, Samuel and Esther Morre, and her siblings, in the home of her widowed grandmother, Catherine Brough, at: 2 Wards Building, Longton, Staffordshire.
The 1876 marriage of "Francis Goodwin" and "Sarah Moore Brough" is listed in FamilySearch, which states that they were married by Banns on 15 January 1876 at St. Peter's church in Stoke upon Trent, Staffordshire, England; that Francis Goodwin was 33 years old (born about 1853) and a "Bachelor" and "Potter" of "Heron Cross" and that his father was "Rudolphia Roome" a "Potter"; and that Sarah Moore Brough was 20 years old (born about 1856) and a "Spinster" of "Heron Cross" and that her father was "Samuel Moore" a "Cratemaker". The marriage was witnessed by Joseph Moore and Mary Davis.
Marriage Notes for Francis Goodwin and Sarah Moore-30731
The 1876 marriage of "Francis Goodwin" and "Sarah Moore Brough" is listed in FamilySearch, which states that they were married by Banns on 15 January 1876 at St. Peter's church in Stoke upon Trent, Staffordshire, England; that Francis Goodwin was 33 years old (born about 1853) and a "Bachelor" and "Potter" of "Heron Cross" and that his father was "Rudolphia Roome" a "Potter"; and that Sarah Moore Brough was 20 years old (born about 1856) and a "Spinster" of "Heron Cross" and that her father was "Samuel Moore" a "Cratemaker". The marriage was witnessed by Joseph Moore and Mary Davis.
"William Brough" is listed in the christening record of his son William Brough, as follows: The christening of "William Brough" is listed in FamilySearch (FHL Film # 873645-6), which states that he was christened on 31 July 1774 in St. Peter, Stoke-upon-Trent, Staffordshire, England, and that his parents were "William Brough" and "Ellen".
Research Note: The shown parentage of "William Brough" is a guesstimate, based on duration, location and patronymics. Further research is needed to substantiate or eliminate this relationship.
"Ellen" is listed in the christening record of her son William Brough, as follows: The christening of "William Brough" is listed in FamilySearch (FHL Film # 873645-6), which states that he was christened on 31 July 1774 in St. Peter, Stoke-upon-Trent, Staffordshire, England, and that his parents were "William Brough" and "Ellen".
The birth and christening of "Anthony Brough" is listed in the parish register of St. Swithin, London-stone, London, England (FHL Film # 375021, Item #5), which states that he was born on 3 February 1836 and christened on 20 March 1836 as the son of "Anthony and Catherine Brough" of "108 Minories" in London, England, and that his father, Anthony Brough, was a "Clerk to a Sugar Refiner".
A copy of the marriage certificate of "Anthony Brough" and "Emma Law" was provided to the BFO in July 2014 by Michael McMichael of New South Wales, Australia. The marriage certificate stated that they were married by Licence on 1 July 1857 in the parish church of All Hollows Barking in the City of London, England; that Anthony was 22 years old (born about 1835), a Bachelor and "Merchants Clerk" of 28 Launity Terrace, and that his father was Anthony Brough, a Gentleman; and that Emma was 24 years old (born about 1833), a Spinster of Crondall, Southampton, and that her father was Charles Law, a Surgeon. The marriage was witnessed by James Jenkins, Mary Ann Hardy, and Ana Jenkins.
A copy of the death certificate of "Anthony Brough" was provided to the BFO in July 2014 by Michael McMichael of New South Wales, Australia. The death certificate stated that Anthony died on 1 October 1889 at 119 Victoria Street, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia; that he died when he was "53 years" old (born about 1836) of "Pnuemonia 7 days"; that he was born in "Minories, London, England" and had been a "Solicitor" who had lived for "24 years in New South Wales"; that his father was "Anthony Brough", a "Merchant", and his mother was Catherine Preston"; that he married "Emma Law" when he was 21 years old (married about 1857) in "Allhallows, London, England"; that his living children were: Emma C.--31 years old (born about 1858), Elizabeth J.--30 years old (born about 1859), Anthony W.--28 years old (born about 1861), Mary F.--24 years old (born about 1865); that his deceased child was: Jonah (although the name could be something else as it is difficult to read on the certificate); that he was buried on 3 October 1889 in the Congregational Cemetery in Rookwood, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia; and that his death was "Certified" by "Anothony W. Brough" his "Son" and a "Congregational Minster" of "West Maitland".
In the 1841 Census, "Anthony Brough" is listed as being 5 years old (born about 1836), born in Middlesex, England, and residing with his apparent mother, Catherine Brough (age 40 and born in Middlesex), at: Union Row Minories, St. Botolph Aldgate, London, Middlesex, England.
In the 1851 Census, "Anthony Brough" is listed as being 15 years old (born about 1836), born in Aldgate, London, England, a "Scholar", and residing with his stepsister and future wife, Emma Law (age 20) in the home of Emma's parents, Charles and Catherine Law, at: 22 New Road, Stepney, Middlesex, England. Note: In 1849, Charles Law married Catherine Brough--Anthony Brough's mother.
A copy of the 1857 marriage certificate of "Anthony Brough" and "Emma Law" was provided to the BFO in July 2014 by Michael McMichael of New South Wales, Australia. The marriage certificate stated that they were married by Licence on 1 July 1857 in the parish church of All Hollows Barking in the City of London, England; that Anthony was 22 years old (born about 1835), a Bachelor and "Merchants Clerk" of 28 Launity Terrace, and that his father was Anthony Brough, a Gentleman; and that Emma was 24 years old (born about 1833), a Spinster of Crondall, Southampton, and that her father was Charles Law, a Surgeon. The marriage was witnessed by James Jenkins, Mary Ann Hardy, and Ana Jenkins.
In the 1861 Census, "Anthony Brough" is listed as being 25 years old (born about 1836), born in London, Middlesex, England, married and working as a "Wine and Spirit Merchant", and residing with his wife, Emma (age 29), and their three young children (Emma--age 3, Elizabeth--age 2, and Anthony--age 4 months) at: High Stone Villa, Leyton, Essex, England.
1889 Obituary of Anthony Brough: The following obituary of Anthony Brough appeared in the "Riverine [Riverina] Grazier" newspaper of Friday, 4 October 1889, and reads as follows:
Title: "Death of Mr Anthony Brough Mayor of Hay. [in New South Wales, Australia]
"Few events have so shocked our little community as the death of our popular and genial townsman, Mr. Anthony Brough, the news of which was received in town on Wednesday morning last. Those who bid him good-bye on the eve of his setting out to Sydney to attend the Municipal Conference but a fortnight since little dreamed they were saying good bye forever, yet, although even now there are many of us who cannot realise this dread fact, so it was. We have grasped his hand for the last time, we shall never on earth see his face again. The news was almost as sudden as it was sorrowful. On the 18th last, Mr. Brough, accompanied by Mr. F. Cherry, left Hay in his aldermanic capacity for the purpose mentioned above. On the 24th last, and following days the two gentlemen attended the conference. On Saturday evening last word was received that Mr. Brough had caught an apparently slight cold on the Tuesday previously, that its effects were severer than anticipated, and that he had consequently to confine himself to his room up to the date of advice. Monday brought the news that he was suffering from congestion of the lungs, and that a period of delirium had been passed through. The grave seriousness of the case was then recognised by everyone, and this feeling was intensified into one of anxious fear when a telegram came to hand on Tuesday that the sufferer was in a comatose condition. By Wednesday morning's train Mrs Brough and Mrs Cherry started for Sydney, but immediately after their departure another telegram apprised us that the end had come but two speedily, and that our friend was dead. Later advices gave fuller particulars. Mr Brough caught cold while visiting some friends on Tuesday of last week, and feeling the effects of it, on Wednesday remained in his room at the Oxford Hotel. In the evening, somewhat concerned, Mr Cherry, who was staying with him, sent for Dr. Lyndon, who prescribed for the patient. Up to Saturday he did not deem the case a serious one, but on that day he became alarmed and called in Dr. Sydney Jones in consultation. The results of the consultation were orders to remove the patient to more convenient quarters and to engage professional nurses. The directions were immediately given effect to, and on Sunday under the changed conditions an improvement in the patient's condition was perceptible. On Monday, however, he was bad again, and Tuesday found him still worse. Dr. Jones was again called in. He expressed the opinion that although the patient's condition was critical, he did not fear fatal results. Mr. Brough however, grew gradually worse, and in spite of the efforts of the medical men and nurses, he expired at 11 o'clock that night, very peacefully. The cause of death is assigned as pleuro-pneumonia.
"Mr Brough came to Hay to practise as a solicitor in 1886, and during the term of his residence amongst us has made many warm friends, and but few, if any, enemies. He was elected to the Municipal Council in February last, and was immediately elevated to the dignity of Mayor, which position he retained up to the time of his demise. His death has caused a feeling of sorrow, widespread and deep, and every hour of the day expressions of the sincerest regret may be heard from the lips of townspeople, who as remarked above, can as yet scarcely bring themselves to realise the sad truth. On all hands the loss will be felt. In his profession Mr Brough's reputation as a shrewd and astute lawyer was a high one, and in court work clients could always rely on him fighting the battle every inch of the way. In municipal matters, although his acquaintance was local civic affairs was comparatively a short one, he was a growing power. He had, in fact, in hand at the time of his death, a project, big with importance to the town and district, vis., the establishment of a municipal sale yards, his advocacy of which was most earnest and energetic. In social circles, perhaps, the loss will be felt greater than elsewhere, for he had a large number of intimate friends, a result naturally enough achieved by one of his hearty manner and unvarying good humor. In the minds of these especially will his memory be kept green by long-lasting regrets, for those who knew him best, best know his worth.
"The deceased gentleman leaves a widow and three children, a son and two daughters, all grown up. Mr. Brough, jun., is a minister of the Congregational Church, at Maitland; the daughters resided with their father at South Hay. With them and Mrs Brough the deepest sympathy is felt by their large circle of friends and by all townspeople, and the genuine and widespread sorrow which is expressed on every side, and the universal recognition of the worth of the one they have lost, should do something to lessen the burden of their sorrow.
"Mr Brough was 55 years of age, and up to the time of his last illness was well and vigorous, both mentally and physically. He was a native of Brough, Yorkshire, and was an old resident of the colony. His place of residence prior to coming to Hay was Cobar.
"The deceased gentleman's remains were interred in Sydney yesterday. On Sunday morning next, at the Presbyterian Church, it is announced elsewhere, the Rev John M'lotosh will make special reference to the sad event."Historical Information on Anthony Brough:
The publication "The Williamson Family in New Zealand and Australia" (by Timothy Williamson, The Copy Press, Nelson, New Zealand, 2004, 256 pages), states the following in genealogy charts listed on pages 25-26:
"Anthony Brough: Born: 3 February 1836 in 108 Minories, London, England. Died: 1 October 1889 in the house of Elizabeth Lewis, 119 Victoria Street, Kings Cross, Sydney, NSW."Historical Information on Anthony Brough:
The publication "The Williamson Family in New Zealand and Australia" (by Timothy Williamson, The Copy Press, Nelson, New Zealand, 2004, 256 pages), states the following remarks (condensed) on pages 11-26:
"Anthony Brough...was born in London in 1836, the son of Anthony Brough and Catharine Preston. ...He married Emma Law when he was 21 years old.... Emma's father was Charles Law, a medical practitioner. She was 28 years old when she married, seven years older than her husband. ...The first record of Anthony Brough in New Zealand...was...as a law clerk bound to James Smith, a solicitor practising in Dunedin. ...In Central Otago, [Anthony Brough] was a practising solicitor and eventually a Councillor for the Municipality of Clyde. ...We do not know with whom Anthony Brough lived during his time at Clyde, his wife Emma or his mistress Eliza Williamson (Elizabeth Warren). We do know, however, that they both had five children and that some, certainly the older ones, would have attended the local school. ...Anthony Brough died in Sydney, on 1 October 1889 of pneumonia, age 53, at the house of a Mrs. Lewis, a married woman, no relation, the householder at 119 Victoria Street. Although he died in Sydney his Death Certificate and the Letters of Administration of his estate both confirm that his residence at the time of his death was Hay. He died intestate, and Letters of Administration were granted to his son, Anthony Watson Brough. His estate comprised 'goods sworn under £1105.' ...Anthony Brough and his wife Emma Law are buried side by side in Rookwood Cemetery, in the Independent Old Ground section, in Sydney, in a plain plot with two simple, low concrete headstones with their names, the date of death, and their age when they died. Anthony was buried in 1889 and Emma 23 years later in 1912. Their graves are numbered 1168a and 1166 respectively. ...What drove this strange man during his lifetime is something that we will never know. The fact that he could at the same time support a wife and five children, and also a mistress and five children on the wage paid to a law clerk in Dunedin does seem to indicate that he had a source of funds which must have come from England. In other words he must have been what was known in the colonies as a 'Remittance Man', a son sent away from England by his family and paid a regular remittance to stay away. ...In his time in Clyde he was undoubtedly financially successful, and it is possible that his peripatetic professional career in outback New South Wales was an attempt to establish himself in another 'goldrush' town, in another country. In this, however, he did not succeed. It does seem apparent that he was a man of considerable ability and one can only wonder why he did not try to establish himself in Sydney or Melbourne--he departed Dunedin for Melbourne and then moved on to New South Wales. His letter to Alexander from Hay, in January 1888, suggests that money was not plentiful, and one can only presume that the source in England had dried up. I do not know if his wife and children followed him as he moved from town to town. I do not know why he was in Sydney at the time of his death..."Historical Information on Anthony Brough:
In March 2016, a family member provided the BFO with the following information:
Anthony [Brough] wrote to one of his sons, and the transcript says “I have experienced a great many ups and downs since I have been in this Colony“ [Australia] ”and I must say that the “downs” have predominated. I have been in Hay for about 2 years and am trying to make a respectable practice here but find it very uphill work.” This was written in 1888.Research Note:
In July 2014, Michael McMichael of New South Wales, Australia, informed the BFO of the following: "Despite what appears below [relative to his surname now being McMichael] my family name is Brough. My grandmother remarried in the 1930s and changed my father's name (christened Paul Heighway Anthony Brough) to McMichael. My grandfather was Charles Anthony Brough, his father was Anthony Watson Brough, a missionary in Tamil Nadu for some 40 years from 1992, and then as far back as I have been able to go they were all Anthony Brough. I noticed that your [BFO] website has my great-great-grandfather (Anthony Brough) under the New Zealand section--he emigrated there in about the 1850's, having married his step sister, Emma Law. I'd welcome some assistance in sorting out the Anthony Broughs back in the United Kingdom. I think that one of them was a merchant with the East Indiz Company (and in 1832, I think, owned £10,000 of stock) and was my great-great-great grandfather (or it might be four time great) and the under-tenderer to bring convicts to Australia.""Anthony Brough" is listed in FamilySearch Tree, PID#: LHT8-TLY.
A copy of the marriage certificate of "Anthony Brough" and "Emma Law" was provided to the BFO in July 2014 by Michael McMichael of New South Wales, Australia. The marriage certificate stated that they were married by Licence on 1 July 1857 in the parish church of All Hollows Barking in the City of London, England; that Anthony was 22 years old (born about 1835), a Bachelor and "Merchants Clerk" of 28 Launity Terrace, and that his father was Anthony Brough, a Gentleman; and that Emma was 24 years old (born about 1833), a Spinster of Crondall, Southampton, and that her father was Charles Law, a Surgeon. The marriage was witnessed by James Jenkins, Mary Ann Hardy, and Ana Jenkins.
In the 1851 Census, "Emma Law" is listed as being 20 years old (born about 1831), born in St. Sepulchre, London, England, and residing with her father, Charles Law, and her stepmother, Catherine (age 50), and her step-brother and future husband, Anthony Brough (age 15), at: 22 New Road, Stepney, Middlesex, England. Note: In 1849, Charles Law married Catherine Brough--Anthony Brough's mother.
In the 1861 Census, "Emma Brough" is listed as being 29 years old (born about 1832), born in London, Middlesex, England, married and residing with her husband, Anthony Brough (age 25), and their three young children (Emma--age 3, Elizabeth--age 2, and Anhony--age 4 months) at: High Stone Villa, Leyton, Essex, England.
Historical Information on Emma Law:
The publication "The Williamson Family in New Zealand and Australia" (by Timothy Williamson, The Copy Press, Nelson, New Zealand, 2004, 256 pages), states the following in genealogy charts listed on pages 25-26:
"Emma Law. Born: About 1830 in London, England. Died 3 June 1912 in the Commercial Bank, Redfern and Elizabeth Streets, Redfern, Sydney, NSW."
Marriage Notes for Anthony Brough and Emma Law-30928
A copy of the 1857 marriage certificate of "Anthony Brough" and "Emma Law" was provided to the BFO in July 2014 by Michael McMichael of New South Wales, Australia. The marriage certificate stated that they were married by Licence on 1 July 1857 in the parish church of All Hollows Barking in the City of London, England; that Anthony was 22 years old (born about 1835), a Bachelor and "Merchants Clerk" of 28 Launity Terrace, and that his father was Anthony Brough, a Gentleman; and that Emma was 24 years old (born about 1833), a Spinster of Crondall, Southampton, and that her father was Charles Law, a Surgeon. The marriage was witnessed by James Jenkins, Mary Ann Hardy, and Ana Jenkins.
The birth of "Elizabeth Johnson Brough" is listed in the online FreeBMD, which states that her birth was registered in July-September 1859 in West Ham district (which includes Wanstead), Essex, England.
Research Note: This birth certificate should be ordered from England.In the 1861 Census, "Elizabeth Brough" is listed as being 2 years old (born about 1859), born in Wanstead, Essex, England, and residing with her parents, Anthony and Emma Brough, and two siblings, at: High Stone Villa, Leyton, Essex, England.
The death of Elizabeth Brough is listed in the online Sydney Morning Herald newspaper (trove.nia.gov.au/newspaper/article/14575435), which states the following: "Brough - October 25, [1903,] at her mother's residence Illillawa [illillawa], Bolwarra, West Maitland, Elizabeth I. [which should have been listed as "J"] Brough, beloved daughter of the late Anthony Brough and Emma Brough. By request no flowers."
Historical Information on Elizabeth Johnson Brough:
The publication "The Williamson Family in New Zealand and Australia" (by Timothy Williamson, The Copy Press, Nelson, New Zealand, 2004, 256 pages), states the following in a genealogy chart listed on page 26:
"Elizabeth Johnson Brough. Born: About August 1859 in London, England. Died: 1903 in Morpeth, NSW."
The birth of "Charles Law Brough" is listed in the online FreeBMD, which states that his birth was registered in July-September 1862 in West Ham district, Essex, England.
Research Note: This birth certificate should be ordered from England.Historical Information on Charles Law Brough:
The publication "The Williamson Family in New Zealand and Australia" (by Timothy Williamson, The Copy Press, Nelson, New Zealand, 2004, 256 pages), states the following in a genealogy chart listed on page 26:
"Charles Law Brough. Born: About August 1862 in London, England. Died: before 1 October 1889."
"Jonah Brough" is listed in the following document: A copy of the death certificate of "Anthony Brough" was provided to the BFO in July 2014 by Michael McMichael of New South Wales, Australia. The death certificate stated that Anthony died on 1 October 1889 at 119 Victoria Street, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia; that he died when he was "53 years" old (born about 1836) of "Pnuemonia 7 days"; that he was born in "Minories, London, England" and had been a "Solicitor" who had lived for "24 years in New South Wales"; that his father was "Anthony Brough", a "Merchant", and his mother was Catherine Preston"; that he married "Emma Law" when he was 21 years old (married about 1857) in "Allhallows, London, England"; that his living children were: Emma C.--31 years old (born about 1858), Elizabeth J.--30 years old (born about 1859), Anthony W.--28 years old (born about 1861), Mary F.--24 years old (born about 1865); that his deceased child was: Jonah (although the name could be something else as it is difficult to read on the certificate); that he was buried on 3 October 1889 in the Congregational Cemetery in Rookwood, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia; and that his death was "Certified" by "Anothony W. Brough" his "Son" and a "Congregational Minster" of "West Maitland".
The 1896 marriage certificate of "Arthur George Penfold" and "Mary Farquhar Brough" states that they were married "According to the rites of the Congregational Church" on 11 November 1896 in Illillawa [illillawa], Bolwarra, West Maitland, New South Wales, Australia; that Arthur George Penfold was "27" years old (born about 1869) and a "Bachelor" and "Bank Clerk" of "Singleton", that his birthplace was "Burwood" and that his father was "Edwin Thomas Penfold" a "Gentleman" and that his mother was "Susan Clarke"; and that Mary Farquhar Brough was a "21" years old (born about 1875) and a "Spinster" of "Illillawa, Bolwarra, West Maitland", that her birthplace was "New Zealand", and that her father was "Anthony Brough (deceased)" a "Solicitor" and that his mother was "Emma Law". The marriage was witnessed by George Australia Loder and Elizabeth Johnson Brough.
The birth of "Mary Farquhar Brough" is listed in the online New Zealand BDM, which states that her birth was registered in "1865" and that her father's given name was "Anthony" and that her mother's given name was "Emma".
Research Note: This birth certificate should be ordered from New Zealand.The 1896 marriage certificate of "Arthur George Penfold" and "Mary Farquhar Brough" states that they were married "According to the rites of the Congregational Church" on 11 November 1896 in Illillawa [illillawa], Bolwarra, West Maitland, New South Wales, Australia; that Arthur George Penfold was "27" years old (born about 1869) and a "Bachelor" and "Bank Clerk" of "Singleton", that his birthplace was "Burwood" and that his father was "Edwin Thomas Penfold" a "Gentleman" and that his mother was "Susan Clarke"; and that Mary Farquhar Brough was a "21" years old (born about 1875) and a "Spinster" of "Illillawa, Bolwarra, West Maitland", that her birthplace was "New Zealand", and that her father was "Anthony Brough (deceased)" a "Solicitor" and that his mother was "Emma Law". The marriage was witnessed by George Australia Loder and Elizabeth Johnson Brough.
Historical Information on Mary Farquhar Brough:
The publication "The Williamson Family in New Zealand and Australia" (by Timothy Williamson, The Copy Press, Nelson, New Zealand, 2004, 256 pages), states the following in a genealogy chart listed on page 26:
"Mary Farquhar Brough. Born: 8 October 1965 in Carisbrook Terrace, Dunedin, New Zealand. Died: 22 April 1946 in 'Rawson' Private Hospital, Wagga Wagga, late of 'Merrigoen', Ladysmith, NSW."
Marriage Notes for Arthur George Penfold and Mary Farquhar Brough-30930
The 1896 marriage certificate of "Arthur George Penfold" and "Mary Farquhar Brough" states that they were married "According to the rites of the Congregational Church" on 11 November 1896 in Illillawa [illillawa], Bolwarra, West Maitland, New South Wales, Australia; that Arthur George Penfold was "27" years old (born about 1869) and a "Bachelor" and "Bank Clerk" of "Singleton", that his birthplace was "Burwood" and that his father was "Edwin Thomas Penfold" a "Gentleman" and that his mother was "Susan Clarke"; and that Mary Farquhar Brough was a "21" years old (born about 1875) and a "Spinster" of "Illillawa, Bolwarra, West Maitland", that her birthplace was "New Zealand", and that her father was "Anthony Brough (deceased)" a "Solicitor" and that his mother was "Emma Law". The marriage was witnessed by George Australia Loder and Elizabeth Johnson Brough.
The birth and christening of "Anthony Brough" is listed in the parish register of St. Swithin, London-stone, London, England (FHL Film # 375021, Item #5), which states that he was born on 3 February 1836 and christened on 20 March 1836 as the son of "Anthony and Catherine Brough" of "108 Minories" in London, England, and that his father, Anthony Brough, was a "Clerk to a Sugar Refiner".
A copy of the marriage certificate of "Anthony Brough" and "Emma Law" was provided to the BFO in July 2014 by Michael McMichael of New South Wales, Australia. The marriage certificate stated that they were married by Licence on 1 July 1857 in the parish church of All Hollows Barking in the City of London, England; that Anthony was 22 years old (born about 1835), a Bachelor and "Merchants Clerk" of 28 Launity Terrace, and that his father was Anthony Brough, a Gentleman; and that Emma was 24 years old (born about 1833), a Spinster of Crondall, Southampton, and that her father was Charles Law, a Surgeon. The marriage was witnessed by James Jenkins, Mary Ann Hardy, and Ana Jenkins.
A copy of the death certificate of "Anthony Brough" was provided to the BFO in July 2014 by Michael McMichael of New South Wales, Australia. The death certificate stated that Anthony died on 1 October 1889 at 119 Victoria Street, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia; that he died when he was "53 years" old (born about 1836) of "Pnuemonia 7 days"; that he was born in "Minories, London, England" and had been a "Solicitor" who had lived for "24 years in New South Wales"; that his father was "Anthony Brough", a "Merchant", and his mother was Catherine Preston"; that he married "Emma Law" when he was 21 years old (married about 1857) in "Allhallows, London, England"; that his living children were: Emma C.--31 years old (born about 1858), Elizabeth J.--30 years old (born about 1859), Anthony W.--28 years old (born about 1861), Mary F.--24 years old (born about 1865); that his deceased child was: Jonah (although the name could be something else as it is difficult to read on the certificate); that he was buried on 3 October 1889 in the Congregational Cemetery in Rookwood, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia; and that his death was "Certified" by "Anothony W. Brough" his "Son" and a "Congregational Minster" of "West Maitland".
In the 1841 Census, "Anthony Brough" is listed as being 5 years old (born about 1836), born in Middlesex, England, and residing with his apparent mother, Catherine Brough (age 40 and born in Middlesex), at: Union Row Minories, St. Botolph Aldgate, London, Middlesex, England.
In the 1851 Census, "Anthony Brough" is listed as being 15 years old (born about 1836), born in Aldgate, London, England, a "Scholar", and residing with his stepsister and future wife, Emma Law (age 20) in the home of Emma's parents, Charles and Catherine Law, at: 22 New Road, Stepney, Middlesex, England. Note: In 1849, Charles Law married Catherine Brough--Anthony Brough's mother.
A copy of the 1857 marriage certificate of "Anthony Brough" and "Emma Law" was provided to the BFO in July 2014 by Michael McMichael of New South Wales, Australia. The marriage certificate stated that they were married by Licence on 1 July 1857 in the parish church of All Hollows Barking in the City of London, England; that Anthony was 22 years old (born about 1835), a Bachelor and "Merchants Clerk" of 28 Launity Terrace, and that his father was Anthony Brough, a Gentleman; and that Emma was 24 years old (born about 1833), a Spinster of Crondall, Southampton, and that her father was Charles Law, a Surgeon. The marriage was witnessed by James Jenkins, Mary Ann Hardy, and Ana Jenkins.
In the 1861 Census, "Anthony Brough" is listed as being 25 years old (born about 1836), born in London, Middlesex, England, married and working as a "Wine and Spirit Merchant", and residing with his wife, Emma (age 29), and their three young children (Emma--age 3, Elizabeth--age 2, and Anthony--age 4 months) at: High Stone Villa, Leyton, Essex, England.
1889 Obituary of Anthony Brough: The following obituary of Anthony Brough appeared in the "Riverine [Riverina] Grazier" newspaper of Friday, 4 October 1889, and reads as follows:
Title: "Death of Mr Anthony Brough Mayor of Hay. [in New South Wales, Australia]
"Few events have so shocked our little community as the death of our popular and genial townsman, Mr. Anthony Brough, the news of which was received in town on Wednesday morning last. Those who bid him good-bye on the eve of his setting out to Sydney to attend the Municipal Conference but a fortnight since little dreamed they were saying good bye forever, yet, although even now there are many of us who cannot realise this dread fact, so it was. We have grasped his hand for the last time, we shall never on earth see his face again. The news was almost as sudden as it was sorrowful. On the 18th last, Mr. Brough, accompanied by Mr. F. Cherry, left Hay in his aldermanic capacity for the purpose mentioned above. On the 24th last, and following days the two gentlemen attended the conference. On Saturday evening last word was received that Mr. Brough had caught an apparently slight cold on the Tuesday previously, that its effects were severer than anticipated, and that he had consequently to confine himself to his room up to the date of advice. Monday brought the news that he was suffering from congestion of the lungs, and that a period of delirium had been passed through. The grave seriousness of the case was then recognised by everyone, and this feeling was intensified into one of anxious fear when a telegram came to hand on Tuesday that the sufferer was in a comatose condition. By Wednesday morning's train Mrs Brough and Mrs Cherry started for Sydney, but immediately after their departure another telegram apprised us that the end had come but two speedily, and that our friend was dead. Later advices gave fuller particulars. Mr Brough caught cold while visiting some friends on Tuesday of last week, and feeling the effects of it, on Wednesday remained in his room at the Oxford Hotel. In the evening, somewhat concerned, Mr Cherry, who was staying with him, sent for Dr. Lyndon, who prescribed for the patient. Up to Saturday he did not deem the case a serious one, but on that day he became alarmed and called in Dr. Sydney Jones in consultation. The results of the consultation were orders to remove the patient to more convenient quarters and to engage professional nurses. The directions were immediately given effect to, and on Sunday under the changed conditions an improvement in the patient's condition was perceptible. On Monday, however, he was bad again, and Tuesday found him still worse. Dr. Jones was again called in. He expressed the opinion that although the patient's condition was critical, he did not fear fatal results. Mr. Brough however, grew gradually worse, and in spite of the efforts of the medical men and nurses, he expired at 11 o'clock that night, very peacefully. The cause of death is assigned as pleuro-pneumonia.
"Mr Brough came to Hay to practise as a solicitor in 1886, and during the term of his residence amongst us has made many warm friends, and but few, if any, enemies. He was elected to the Municipal Council in February last, and was immediately elevated to the dignity of Mayor, which position he retained up to the time of his demise. His death has caused a feeling of sorrow, widespread and deep, and every hour of the day expressions of the sincerest regret may be heard from the lips of townspeople, who as remarked above, can as yet scarcely bring themselves to realise the sad truth. On all hands the loss will be felt. In his profession Mr Brough's reputation as a shrewd and astute lawyer was a high one, and in court work clients could always rely on him fighting the battle every inch of the way. In municipal matters, although his acquaintance was local civic affairs was comparatively a short one, he was a growing power. He had, in fact, in hand at the time of his death, a project, big with importance to the town and district, vis., the establishment of a municipal sale yards, his advocacy of which was most earnest and energetic. In social circles, perhaps, the loss will be felt greater than elsewhere, for he had a large number of intimate friends, a result naturally enough achieved by one of his hearty manner and unvarying good humor. In the minds of these especially will his memory be kept green by long-lasting regrets, for those who knew him best, best know his worth.
"The deceased gentleman leaves a widow and three children, a son and two daughters, all grown up. Mr. Brough, jun., is a minister of the Congregational Church, at Maitland; the daughters resided with their father at South Hay. With them and Mrs Brough the deepest sympathy is felt by their large circle of friends and by all townspeople, and the genuine and widespread sorrow which is expressed on every side, and the universal recognition of the worth of the one they have lost, should do something to lessen the burden of their sorrow.
"Mr Brough was 55 years of age, and up to the time of his last illness was well and vigorous, both mentally and physically. He was a native of Brough, Yorkshire, and was an old resident of the colony. His place of residence prior to coming to Hay was Cobar.
"The deceased gentleman's remains were interred in Sydney yesterday. On Sunday morning next, at the Presbyterian Church, it is announced elsewhere, the Rev John M'lotosh will make special reference to the sad event."Historical Information on Anthony Brough:
The publication "The Williamson Family in New Zealand and Australia" (by Timothy Williamson, The Copy Press, Nelson, New Zealand, 2004, 256 pages), states the following in genealogy charts listed on pages 25-26:
"Anthony Brough: Born: 3 February 1836 in 108 Minories, London, England. Died: 1 October 1889 in the house of Elizabeth Lewis, 119 Victoria Street, Kings Cross, Sydney, NSW."Historical Information on Anthony Brough:
The publication "The Williamson Family in New Zealand and Australia" (by Timothy Williamson, The Copy Press, Nelson, New Zealand, 2004, 256 pages), states the following remarks (condensed) on pages 11-26:
"Anthony Brough...was born in London in 1836, the son of Anthony Brough and Catharine Preston. ...He married Emma Law when he was 21 years old.... Emma's father was Charles Law, a medical practitioner. She was 28 years old when she married, seven years older than her husband. ...The first record of Anthony Brough in New Zealand...was...as a law clerk bound to James Smith, a solicitor practising in Dunedin. ...In Central Otago, [Anthony Brough] was a practising solicitor and eventually a Councillor for the Municipality of Clyde. ...We do not know with whom Anthony Brough lived during his time at Clyde, his wife Emma or his mistress Eliza Williamson (Elizabeth Warren). We do know, however, that they both had five children and that some, certainly the older ones, would have attended the local school. ...Anthony Brough died in Sydney, on 1 October 1889 of pneumonia, age 53, at the house of a Mrs. Lewis, a married woman, no relation, the householder at 119 Victoria Street. Although he died in Sydney his Death Certificate and the Letters of Administration of his estate both confirm that his residence at the time of his death was Hay. He died intestate, and Letters of Administration were granted to his son, Anthony Watson Brough. His estate comprised 'goods sworn under £1105.' ...Anthony Brough and his wife Emma Law are buried side by side in Rookwood Cemetery, in the Independent Old Ground section, in Sydney, in a plain plot with two simple, low concrete headstones with their names, the date of death, and their age when they died. Anthony was buried in 1889 and Emma 23 years later in 1912. Their graves are numbered 1168a and 1166 respectively. ...What drove this strange man during his lifetime is something that we will never know. The fact that he could at the same time support a wife and five children, and also a mistress and five children on the wage paid to a law clerk in Dunedin does seem to indicate that he had a source of funds which must have come from England. In other words he must have been what was known in the colonies as a 'Remittance Man', a son sent away from England by his family and paid a regular remittance to stay away. ...In his time in Clyde he was undoubtedly financially successful, and it is possible that his peripatetic professional career in outback New South Wales was an attempt to establish himself in another 'goldrush' town, in another country. In this, however, he did not succeed. It does seem apparent that he was a man of considerable ability and one can only wonder why he did not try to establish himself in Sydney or Melbourne--he departed Dunedin for Melbourne and then moved on to New South Wales. His letter to Alexander from Hay, in January 1888, suggests that money was not plentiful, and one can only presume that the source in England had dried up. I do not know if his wife and children followed him as he moved from town to town. I do not know why he was in Sydney at the time of his death..."Historical Information on Anthony Brough:
In March 2016, a family member provided the BFO with the following information:
Anthony [Brough] wrote to one of his sons, and the transcript says “I have experienced a great many ups and downs since I have been in this Colony“ [Australia] ”and I must say that the “downs” have predominated. I have been in Hay for about 2 years and am trying to make a respectable practice here but find it very uphill work.” This was written in 1888.Research Note:
In July 2014, Michael McMichael of New South Wales, Australia, informed the BFO of the following: "Despite what appears below [relative to his surname now being McMichael] my family name is Brough. My grandmother remarried in the 1930s and changed my father's name (christened Paul Heighway Anthony Brough) to McMichael. My grandfather was Charles Anthony Brough, his father was Anthony Watson Brough, a missionary in Tamil Nadu for some 40 years from 1992, and then as far back as I have been able to go they were all Anthony Brough. I noticed that your [BFO] website has my great-great-grandfather (Anthony Brough) under the New Zealand section--he emigrated there in about the 1850's, having married his step sister, Emma Law. I'd welcome some assistance in sorting out the Anthony Broughs back in the United Kingdom. I think that one of them was a merchant with the East Indiz Company (and in 1832, I think, owned £10,000 of stock) and was my great-great-great grandfather (or it might be four time great) and the under-tenderer to bring convicts to Australia.""Anthony Brough" is listed in FamilySearch Tree, PID#: LHT8-TLY.
Historical Information on "Elizabeth Sarah Warren (also known as Eliza Williamson or as Elizabeth Warren":
The publication "The Williamson Family in New Zealand and Australia" (by Timothy Williamson, The Copy Press, Nelson, New Zealand, 2004, 256 pages), states the following on pages 19-21:
"I can also establish that Eliza Sarah Warren (also known as Eliza Williamson or as Elizabeth Warren) was in Dunedin [on South Island, New Zealand] in October 1767 and March 1871, when two of her five children were born. There is nothing conclusive to confirm that she lived in Clyde [in Central Otage, South Island, New Zealand] in a de facto relationship with Anthony Brough, but there are a number of indications that she did. Firstly, when she left New Zealand she did so as the wife of Gilbert Francis Percy [who she married in 1871 in New Zealand and] who for the previous year had been resident in Clyde. Prior to the Court appearance of her five sons and their committal to The Caversham Industrial School [in Dunedin] they were described as 'Supposed to be the illegitimate offspring between Mr. Anthony Brough, solicitor, of Clyde, and Mrs. Percy'. There is a photograph of the main street of Clyde hanging in the Clyde museum. The people in the photograph are named, and Anthony Brough, who is present, is named 'Anthony Williamson'. This would indicate that the name 'Williamson", the name used by Elizabeth Warren and bequeathed to her five sons, was current in the town."Historical Information on "Eliza Williamson":
The publication "The Williamson Family in New Zealand and Australia" (by Timothy Williamson, The Copy Press, Nelson, New Zealand, 2004, 256 pages), states the following in a genealogy chart listed on page 25:
"Eliza Williamson. Born: About 1842 in (probably) London, England. Died: 11 March 1899 in Kimberley, Griqualand West, South Africa."Research Notes on Elizabeth Sarah Warren:
According to the publication "The Williamson Family in New Zealand and Australia", "Eliza Sarah Warren (also known as Eliza Williamson or as Elizabeth Warren" was "Born: About 1842 in (probably) London, England".
According to FindMyPast, an "Elizabeth Sarah Warren" was christened on 18 December 1842 at St. Pancras, London, England, and her parents were Roger Warren and Elizabeth.
In February 2016: 1) the BFO obtained a copy of a birth certificate of an "Elizabeth Sarah Warren" from England, which stated that she born on 21 September 1842 at 7 Little Randolph Street, Canden, New Town, Middlesex, England, and that her father was "Thomas Robert Warren", a "Cowkeeper", and "Elizabeth Warren formerly Brooksbank". 2) a family member provided the BFO with the following information: "The Williamson book ["The Williamson Family in New Zealand and Australia" by Timothy Williamson, 2004] has a copy of the Declaration of Intent to Marry which gives the ages of G. Percy as 32 years and Elizabeth Warren as 29. Timothy Williamson records Elizabeth Percy as dying at Kimberley, Griqualand West,S.A., on 11 March 1899. Cause was apoplexy, and no children are mentioned, though the couple had 2 sons, Richard Henry, b. 24.12.1873, d. 17.11.1952, and Robert Henry Gilbert, b. 25.06.1885, d. 31.08.1948." 3) the BFO Research Committee obtained a copy of the 1871 marriage certificate of "Elizabeth Warren and "Gilbert Francis Percy" from New Zealand. Unfortunately, this marriage certificate only listed the following limited information about this couple: "Elizabeth Warren" was a "Spinster"; "Gilbert Francis Percy" was a "Bachelor" and "Gentleman"; and the marriage took place on "9 December 1871" at "Knox Church, Dunedin", South Island, New Zealand.
So far, no determination has been made by the BFO Research Committee as to the parentage of Elizabeth Sarah Warren.
Historical Information on Alexander Williamson:
The publication "The Williamson Family in New Zealand and Australia" (by Timothy Williamson, The Copy Press, Nelson, New Zealand, 2004, 256 pages), states the following in a genealogy chart listed on page 25:
"Alexander Williamson: Born: About 5 February 1865 in (probably) London, England. Died: 2 April 1961 in Willowbridge, Waimate."
Historical Information on Cecil Williamson:
The publication "The Williamson Family in New Zealand and Australia" (by Timothy Williamson, The Copy Press, Nelson, New Zealand, 2004, 256 pages), states the following in a genealogy chart listed on page 25:
"Cecil Williamson: Born: About 1869 in Dunedin, or nearby. Died: unknown in place not known."
The 1871 birth of "Herbert Williamson" is listed in the online New Zealand BDM, which states that his birth was registered in 1871 in New Zealand, that his mother's given name was "Eliza" and that his father's given was "Arthur".
Research Note: This birth certificate should be ordered from New Zealand.Historical Information on Alexander Williamson:
The publication "The Williamson Family in New Zealand and Australia" (by Timothy Williamson, The Copy Press, Nelson, New Zealand, 2004, 256 pages), states the following in a genealogy chart listed on page 25:
"Herbert Williamson: Born: 1 March 1871 in Scotia Street, Port Chalmers, New Zealand. Died: 15 May 1948 in St. Vincents Hospital, Fitzroy, City of Fitzroy, County of Bourke, Victoria, Australia."
Anthony Brough the Younger was born about 1802, as his burial record states the following: The burial of Anthony Brough the Younger is listed in the "Thames and Medway Burials Transcription (via FindMyPast), which states that he was buried on 15 July 1836 at St. Mary Magdalen Woolwich; that he died at the age of "34" years old (born about 1802); and that his residence was "High Street, Woolwich, Kent, England".
Anthony Brough the Younger is listed as being a "Clerk to a Sugar Refiner" in the 1836 birth and christening record of son, Anthony Brough, as follows: The birth and christening of "Anthony Brough" is listed in the parish register of St. Swithin, London-stone, London, England (FHL Film # 375021, Item #5), which states that he was born on 3 February 1836 and christened on 20 March 1836 as the son of "Anthony and Catherine Brough" of "108 Minories" in London, England, and that his father, Anthony Brough, was a "Clerk to a Sugar Refiner".
Anthony Brough the Younger is listed as having died on 10 July 1836, as follows:
1836 ESTATE DUTY REGISTERS of ANTHONY BROUGH the Younger (Abt.1805-1836)
Estate Duty Registers - 1836. (IR 26/1409)
Anthony Brough the younger, late of 118 Minories, Aldgate, London. died on 10th July 1836. His Will was dated 14th April 1836 and proved on 30th August 1836 in the Consistory Court of London. The estate was sworn at under £800. The sole executor was Jonathan Hardie of 45 Dumpacy Street, Commercial Road, storekeeper.
All property and effects were bequeathed to testator's wife, Catherine Brough, absolutely.The burial of Anthony Brough the Younger is listed in the "Thames and Medway Burials Transcription (via FindMyPast), which states that he was buried on 15 July 1836 at St. Mary Magdalen Woolwich; that he died at the age of "34" years old (born about 1802); and that his residence was "High Street, Woolwich, Kent, England".
Anthony Brough is listed as being a "Junior" in his August 1836 Will and Probate as recorded in the "London Probate Index Transcription" (via FindMyPast); and as having resided at "118 Minories" on "Dumpsey Street, Commercial Road, London" in the "Index to Death Duty Registers Transcription" (via FindMyPast).
The following information was provided to the BFO in July 2014 by Michael McMichael of New South Wales, Australia, who had obtained it from an earlier researcher:
1836 WILL of ANTHONY BROUGH the Elder and a Grocer (1769-1842):
Will of Anthony Brough - PCC 1842 (PROB 11/1960).
Anthony Brough of Woolwich, Kent, grocer
"To my grandson Edward Brough Sargent the writing desk which was the property of my late deceased wife".
"To my son Robert Brough...all my freehold land and estate in the parish of Hessle in the county and town of Kingston upon Hull...to which I am entitled...by virtue of a certain indenture or Deed of Partition dated 18 September 1823 between my brother Robert Brough and Thomas Watson, farmer".
Testator refers to his leasehold messuages in High Street and Hog Lane, Woolwich
Legatee: testator's daughter-in-law Catherine Brough and her son (i.e. testator's grandson) Anthony Brough, a minor, the sum of £1,500.
Legatee: testator's son-in-law Edward Sargent and his two sons as named above (both minors) the sum of £1,500.
Residuary legatee: testator's son Robert Brough.
Executors: testator's son Robert Brough and friend Jonathan Hardie of Dumpsey Street, Stepney, storekeeper of the St. Catherine Books.
Will signed: A. Brough and dated 21st August 1838.
Codicil to Will of Anthony Brough: dated 29 July 1939.
Testator revokes the appointment of Jonathan Hardie as executor and appoints in his place Edward Sargent of Woolwich, gentleman.
Witnesses: James Colquhoun, solicitor, Woolwich. J.R. Rosevear, of King Street, Woolwich.
The Will of Anthony Brough was proved at London with a Codicil on 2 April 1842 by Robert Brough and Edward Sargent, the executors named in the Will and Codicil, respectively.
NOTES BY RESEARCHER:
Anthony Brough of Woolwich, grocer, died 10th March 1842. His Will was dated 31st August 1838 and proved PCC on 2nd April 1842. The Estate was sworn as being under £4,000. The executors were Robert Brough of High Street, Woolwich, grocer, and Edward Sargent of Woolwich, gentleman (who died about 1869). The excecutors of the estate of Edward Sargent were Rebecca C. Sargent of George Street, Woolwich (she died in 1882), and Henry Hudsen Church of William Street, Woolwich, surveyor.
Principal legatees as named in the Will, but the following notes also appeared:
Rebecca Sargent died in 1852. In this year Mrs. Catherine Brough now Law resided at Crookham Villa, Fleetpond, Winghfield and received her annuity from Robert Brough of Greenwich. Her son (and testator's grandson) "Anthony Brough, is in N.S. Wales (Australia)". Anthony Brough (testator's grandson) was aged 11 in February 1847 and attained the age of 21 years on 3rd February 1857.
In 1873 Mr. C. Sargent resided at Church Hill, Woolwich, and Mr. Edward Brough Sargent was a clerk to the Woolwich Guardians, Hill Street, Woolwich. In 1882 the latter was residing at Willesley House, High Street, Woolwich.
It is clear that the Will and Estate Duty Account of Anthony Brough [the elder], grocer of Woolwich (our client's 4th great-grandfather) provided many interesting details about the Brough and Sargent families, including the facts that his grandson Anthony Brough was born on 3rd February 1836 and that his daughter-in-law, Mrs. Catherine Brough, married secondly a certain Mr. Law. It was also evident that his son Anthony had predeceased him, and so we continued the search in the Estate Duty indexes and found the entry relating to Anthony Brough the younger in the year 1836. We made a full abstract of the Estate Duty account, as follows:
1836 ESTATE DUTY REGISTERS of ANTHONY BROUGH the Younger (Abt.1805-1836)
Estate Duty Registers - 1836. (IR 26/1409)
Anthony Brough the younger, late of 118 Minories, Aldgate, London. died on 10th July 1836. His Will was dated 14th April 1836 and proved on 30th August 1836 in the Consistory Court of London. The estate was sworn at under £800. The sole executor was Jonathan Hardie of 45 Dumpacy Street, Commercial Road, storekeeper.
All property and effects were bequeathed to testator's wife, Catherine Brough, absolutely.
NOTES BY RESEARCHER:
It is evident from the above estate duty account that Anthony Brough the younger died just over five months after the birth of his son of the same name. If further research is desired we would suggest that we look up the full entry of baptism of Anthony Brough at St. Swithin, London-stone on 20th March 1836, and then examine the same register for the burial of his father in July 1836.
The estate duty account of Anthony Brough the elder of Woolwich also mentioned that Mrs. Catherine Law (late Brough) died on 27th June 1885. With this information we looked up her age at death as given in the death indexes at the General Register Office, and discovered that she was aged 85, indicating a birthdate of 1799 or 1800.
We next attempted to discover further information about Anthony Brough the elder of Woolwich through census records. The first census of genealogical use was taken on 6th June 1841, about nine months prior to the death of Anthony Brough. However, a search through the whole of the district known as Woolwich Arsenal fialed to produce an entry in the name Anthony Brough....
It was a little surprising that no trace could be found of Anthony Brough the elder at Woolwich in the 1841 census records, and we next searched at the General Register Office for a record of his death. As centralized registration had commenced in July 1837, this should have proved a simple exercie in view of the fact that we were aware that Anthony Brough the elder had died on 16th March 1842. There was, however, no record of his death registration, and we can only presume that he did not died in England or Wales. If he did died abroad, this would also explain why we had failed to locate an entry to him in the records of the 1841 census."Anthony Brough" is listed in FamilySearch Tree, PID#: MM5L-3HH.
The death of "Catherine Law" is listed in the online FreeBMD, which states that her death was registered in July-September 1885 in Hartley Wintney district, Hampshire, England, and that she died at the age of "85" years old (born about 1800).
In the 1841 Census, "Catherine Brough" is listed as being 40 years old (born about 1797-1801), born in Middlesex, England, and residing with her possible parents, Grant Preston (age 77 and born in Scotland) and Margaret (age 76 and born in Scotland), and her apparent son, Anthony Brough (age 5 and born in Middlesex), at: Union Row Minories, St. Botolph Aldgate, London, Middlesex, England.
In the 1851 Census, "Catherine Law" is listed as being 50 years old (born about 1801), born in St. Katherine, London, England, and residing with her apparent second husband, Charles Law (age 47), and his daughter (Emma--age 20) and her son (Anthony Brough--age 15), at: 22 New Road, Stepney, Middlesex, England. Note: In 1849, Charles Law married Catherine Brough--Anthony Brough's mother.
The birth of "Anthony Watson Brough" is listed in the online FreeBMD, which states that his birth was registered in January-March 1861 in West Ham district (which includes Leyton), Essex, England.
Research Note: This birth certificate should be ordered from England.The christening of "Anthony Watson Brough" is listed in the "England & Wales Christening Records" (via Ancestry.com; and FHL Film # 1564140, Items 3-5), which states that he was christened on 5 June 1861 at St. John the Baptist church in Leytonstone, Essex, England, and that his parents were "Anthony Brough" and "Emma".
In the 1861 Census, "Anhony Brough" is listed as being "4 months" old (born about December 1860 or January 1861--as the 1861 Census was taken on 7 April 1861), born in Leytonstone, Essex, England, and residing with his parents, Anthony and Emma Brough, and two siblings, at: High Stone Villa, Leyton, Essex, England.
The death of "Anthony Watson Brough" is listed in the online "England & Wales Death Index" (via Ancestry.com), which states that his death was registered in October-December 1936 in Norton district, Somerset, England, and that he died when he was "75" years old (born about 1861).
According to family sources, "Anthony Watson Brough" was buried in the Canford Cemetery, Canford Lane, Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol, BS9 3PQ, England. His gravestone inscription reportedly states: "Anthony Watson Brough / in his 76th Year / At Rest 16.11.36 / For 40 years Missionary of the L.M.S. / in Erode South India."
In July 2014, "Michael McMichael" sent the following information by email to the BFO: "Despite what appears below [relative to his surname now being McMichael], my family name is Brough" My grandmother remarried in the 1930s and changed my father's name (christened Paul Heighway Anthony Brough) to McMichael. My grandfather was Charles Anthony Brough, his father was Anthony Watson Brough, a missionary in Tamil Nadu for some 40 years from 1992, and then as far back as I have been able to go they were all Anthony Brough. I noticed that your website has my great-great-grandfather (Anthony Brough) under the New Zealand section--he emigrated there in about the 1850's, having married his step sister, Emma Law."
On October 1, 2014, Ramesh Albert of Tamil Nadu, India, contacted the BFO by email and sent the following information about Anthony Watson Brough: "Rev. Anthony Watson Brough" married "Rosetta Jane Jolly". "A.W. Brough worked" for the "London [Christian] Missionary Society in India [between] 1894-1933." Anthony helped "build the [Christian] church (1927-1930)" in the "heart of the city of Erode". Unfortunately, "Rosetta Jane Jolly suddenly" died at the "Erode church compound" while the "church" was undergoing "construction work." Ramesh Albert also provided a picture of the gravestone of "Rosetta Jane Brough", which memorial states "In Memory of Rosetta Jane Brough [who] Died on 18th June 1828 aged 72" (born about 1856). Note: The city of Erode, India, contains a street named "Brough Road"--which may have been named after Anthony Watson Brough. In September 2014, the LDS Church Branch in Erode met "Above the Food World" on "Brough Road" at : #465, Brough Road, 2nd Floor, Lotus Enclave, Erode 638001".
On October 2, 2014, a relative of "Anthony Watson Brough" informed the BFO of the following: "[After the death in 1928 of his first wife, Rosetta Jane Jolley,] A.W. Brough went on to marry his assistant. He collected many [Tamil] artifacts, including religious ones, during his tenure [in India] and they ended up [at] a museum in Sydney, Australia. [These were] later returned to India." See: http://www.thehindu.com/thehindu/2000/02/23/stories/0423223n.htm.
On November 19, 2009, historical information about "Anthony Watson Brough" was written by Karthik Madhavan in an article that appeared online and was entitled "Erode museum to host exhibition on A.W.Brough":
http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-tamilnadu/article142897.ece . The above article stated the following:
ERODE: Government Museum, Erode will soon hold an exhibition on life and times of Antony Watson Brough.
The exhibition is likely to be held in the first week of December to throw light on Brough (1861-1936), who arrived in Erode as a missionary towards the end of the 19th century to serve the people.
During his stay in Erode, historians say, Brough collected a variety of articles of day-to-day use. The articles were subsequently shipped to Australia where he spent the evenings of his life.
Museum sources told ‘The Hindu’ that he collected 295 objects, which included bronze bell for prayer, brass rice chatty, curry chatty, brass anklet, human sacrificial sword, metal comb, and much more.
Of the 295 objects Brough collected, the Australian Government, as part of a goodwill gesture, gave 33 items, which are now at the Government Museum in Chennai.
Brough’s is an important chapter in Erode because he established schools, worked for Dalits uplift and also played a role in Erode’s development.
Historian Pulavar S. Raju says Brough established a hospital in Erode, particularly to look after the health needs of Muslim women. Though the hospital is now called CSI Hospital, it is popularly known as Gosh Hospital. It is next to the church, named in his memory, on Brough Road.
He also set up one more hospital, in Chennimalai in memory of his son who died on the battlefront during World War I, the historian says.
In all, Brough established 94 schools in and around Erode and two hospitals.
C. Maheswaran, former Curator of Erode museum, says the missionary also worked for the uplift of Dalits by teaching them arts and craft. He concentrated his work in Kanji Koil and also served as Inspector of Matriculation Schools in the district. He adds that Brough also has the distinction of being a member of the then Erode Municipality. He was a nominated member.
Mr. Raju further says that in view of Brough’s contribution to the society, particularly Muslims, the Brough Memorial Church has Ya Kudah inscribed at the entrance.'On April 10, 2012, information about the Christian church that Anthony Watson Brough built in Erode, India (along with a photo of Anthony Watson Brough), appeared in an online article entitled "Report on the Suggested Restoration of Stone Pillars and Terrace in the Brough Church, Erode", which stated in part the following: "Rev. Antony Watson Brough (1861-1934) came to Coimbatore from Australia in 1894 and served there for two years. He came to Erode in 1897 and constructed around twenty churches. It was planned to build the church in 1930 and was dedicated in 1933 by Rt. Rev. Azariah and was named as Brough Memorial Church. It is learnt that the foundation depth is equal to the height of the wall above the ground. The church was built with lime mortar ground with egg. The walls were plastered with ground lime mortar with egg. The stones were brought from Karur. The windows were made and brought from Karur. It is said that the Church was constructed in the Indo-Saracenic style in order to attract the Muslims in Erode. In the front, there is one inscription in Tamil and Arabic as “Only God”. (Source: http://www.jeyaraj.info/2012/04/report-on-the-suggested-restoration-of-the-stone-pillars-in-the-brough-church-erode/)
Historical Information on Anthony Watson Brough:
The publication "The Williamson Family in New Zealand and Australia" (by Timothy Williamson, The Copy Press, Nelson, New Zealand, 2004, 256 pages), states the following in a genealogy chart listed on page 26:
"Anthony Watson Brough. Born: About February 1861 in London, England. Died: 1936.""Anthony Watson Brough" is listed in FamilySearch Tree, PID#: LZT3-D1M.
On October 1, 2014, Ramesh Albert of Tamil Nadu, India, contacted the BFO by email and sent the following information about Rosetta Jane Brough: "Rosetta Jane Brough" married "Rev. Anthony Watson Brough". "A.W. Brough worked" for the "London [Christian] Missionary Society in India [between] 1894-1933." Anthony helped "build the [Christian] church (1927-1930)" in the "heart of the city of Erode". Unfortunately, "Rosetta Jane Jolly suddenly" died at the "Erode church compound" while the "church" was undergoing "construction work." Ramesh Albert also provided a picture of the gravestone of "Rosetta Jane Brough", which memorial states "In Memory of Rosetta Jane Brough [who] Died on 18th June 1828 aged 72" (born about 1856).
Marriage Notes for Anthony Watson Brough and Rosetta Jane Jolly-30939
A copy of the marriage certificate of "Anthony Watson Brough" and "Rosetta Jane Jolly" was provided to the BFO in July 2014 by Michael McMichael of New South Wales, Australia. The certificate stated that they were married on 18 June 1885 in the Congregational Church in Newtown, New South Wales, Australia; that Anthony was 24 years old (born about 1861), born in "Leytonstone, Essex, England", a Bachelor and "Student for the Congregational Ministry", and that his father was "Anthony Brough (Solicitor)" and that his mother was "Emma Law"; and that Rosetta was 29 years old (born about 1856), born in Newtown, Sydney, a Spinster, and that her father "William Jolley (Commission Agent)" and that her mother was "Cleone Mary Leman Seton". The marriage was witnessed by Livingstone Mossop, John MacDonald, Elizabeth Johnson Brough, Cleone M. L. Jolley, and Emma Brough.
The birth of "Herbert W. Brough" is listed in the online BDM of New South Wales, Australia, which states that his birth was registered in 1892 in West Maitland and that his parents were Anthony W. and Rosetta J. Brough.
"Herbert William Brough" died on 1 May 1917 in Somme, France (World War I). He was buried in May 1917 in Somme, France (Bapaume Communial Cemetery).
"Herbert William Brough" is listed in the "Commonwealth War Graves Commission" website (www.cwgc.org), which states that he was the "Son of the Rev. Anthony Watson Brough and Rosetta Jane Brough, of London Mission, Erode, South India. Born at Sydney, New South Wales", Australia.
"Herbert William Brough" is listed in the "Australian War Memorial" website at:
http://www.awm.gov.au/people/P10281996/collection-items/."Herbert William Brough" is listed in the BFO Military Database, Rin# 170.