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Angela

Angela Report 29 Aug 2010 08:31

Francis would have been my husbands great grandfather, was born in Blackburn Lancs in 1856 and died in January 1908.

I understand he had cancer and comitted suicide at home, being found by his daughter.

I have been told it was recorded in The Telegraph in Blackburn, ( local paper) following an inquest.

Does anyone know where to find the actual inquest records,and how i can access a copy of the newspaper article .

Any clues would be much appreciated.

Thank you

RutlandBelle

RutlandBelle Report 29 Aug 2010 10:58

You could ask the local library in Blackburn or you could join the library on line and get access to their on line newspapers

www.lancashire.gov.uk/libraries

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Angela

Angela Report 29 Aug 2010 11:48

Thank you.

As i don't live anywhere near Blackburn, will join and try to find newspaper article via internet.


Does anyone know how to access the coroners inquest report?

Any help would be appreciated

RutlandBelle

RutlandBelle Report 29 Aug 2010 12:49

Angela, I have found 2 inquest reports via local libraries and newspapers. I e-mailed the Library Local Studies officer. One did it for free and the other charged for photocopy only.

I do not think that you can get actual Coroner's Reports as I understand they were not saved. But you could try the coroner's office in Blackburn and ask the question.

Jennifer

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Angela

Angela Report 29 Aug 2010 14:21

Many thanks Jenny for help and this information.

I will now contact Library and fingers crossed for a result.

Thanks again,
Angie