jackie hubbard
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I was wondering about records for Workhouses. The 1881 Census indicates my great-great grandmother, Martha Wood, as the inmate of a Workhouse, where she died. I have a copy of the Death Certificate: signed by Henry Finchham, Deputy Master, Workhouse (Western Road). Occupation: Unknown of Birmingham. CAUSE: Old Age.
Her maiden name was Martha Dewsbury and she was born in Walsall, Staffordshire, in 1798. However, she did live in Birmingham after her marriage. I have tried to check Workhouse admissions, but have not found anything. I'm not totally convinced that this Martha Wood and Martha Dewsbury are the same person
Her maiden name was Martha Dewsbury and she was born in Walsall, Staffordshire, in 1798. However, she did live in Birmingham after her marriage. I have tried to check Workhouse admissions, but have not found anything. I'm not totally convinced that this Martha Wood and Martha Dewsbury are the same person