Huckster of Souls
Did Hannah Howard, an unmarried mother, sell souls? We’ll probably never know, but this has to be the most original occupation I’ve come across to date.
Family History
Welcome Jessica
Welcome to Jessica Grace, born 18 September. My first granddaughter.
Very many congratulations to Andrew & Emma. I know that Jessica will bring much light into your lives, and that you will make excellent parents.
Share the Name?
We share a family name, maybe we share a genetic heritage too. You can help us to find out, and to understand how the extended family is spread around the world.
Who Makes it to these Pages?
This is a hobby for most of us. There is no room for the spiteful vendetta of a fellow researcher who happens to disagree.
Where do the Mosley Names Originate?
The origins of a family name are complex. It is likely that our family name derives from locations ‘Mos’ and ‘Leah’, but the theories are almost limitless.
A Cave Man Ancestor!
The families featured on this site are from modest backgrounds. We know little of their lives, but each has contributed to the communities they lived in.
Archives
Written evidence is at the heart of everything we know about our ancestors. I am constantly adding more to the site. Please let me know if you can add more.
Personal Stories
Check out the personal histories on this site. They add just a little background to fascinating lives.
Where our Ancestors Lived
It has surprised me to learn how often, and how far, our ancestors sometimes travelled in pursuit of work. Surviving records often track their movements.