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adoption in 1800s
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Denise | Report | 21 Jan 2005 21:58 |
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hi, i am trying to find information on sarah ford who was adopted by my great great grandparents thomas and marinda poole from stoke on trent in the mid 1800s. the trouble is, i don't know where to start. any info would be greatly appreciated. denise |
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Unknown | Report | 21 Jan 2005 22:00 |
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Denise There was no such thing as official adoption until 1927. Before that it was usually a private arrangement between families with no legality involved. If you have a look at Sarah McLean's Essential Tips thread I'm sure there's a piece on it that explains it better Lou |
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MrsBucketBouquet | Report | 21 Jan 2005 22:59 |
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Denise... I have mailed you as I have the FORD family name also POOLE....EMMA POOLE married Thomas OVERS/HOVERS Annie Matilda their daughter married George Henry FORD<<< my g/dad :o)))) Gerri |
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