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A great GURD breakthrough!!
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Greg Partington May 3, 2011.
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Dorothy Gurd left a comment for Andrew Young for Margaret Young"Hello Andrew
I am so sorry to year of Margaret's death this week. We didn't have any ancestors in common (that we knew of!), but met through our shared interest in Wiltshire and it's wonderful tangle of old county families who have…"
Greg Partington replied to Dorothy Gurd's discussion A great GURD breakthrough!!"Hi Jenny,
Just saw your post. I haven't done a lot of stuff on the Gurds recently, but it'll be a focus at some time in the future. From what you say, you are my third cousin. My email address is partog@bigpond.net.au. Drop me an…"
Jennifer Anne Hollands replied to Dorothy Gurd's discussion A great GURD breakthrough!!"Hello Greg,
I've just come across this website whilst researching my connection to Gurds and discovered your entry. I also share great-great grandfather James Gurd with you!! My great-grandfather was John Gurd (shown as Gird in NSW…"
Dorothy Gurd replied to Dorothy Gurd's discussion A great GURD breakthrough!!"It's good to hear from you. Thanks for the offer of Mary's pictures. I'd love to have copies.
I have been gathering the Army records of Gurd men who were discharged from the service on health grounds and were in receipt of a…"
Greg Partington replied to Dorothy Gurd's discussion A great GURD breakthrough!!"Hi Dot,
Sorry I haven't replied sooner. Many thanks for your information. I'll go through and check the Gurd entries in my tree. If you're interested, I have two photos of Mary Munns (Gurd), one taken in 1897 and the other around…"
Dorothy Gurd left a comment for Leslie Andrew HIBBARD"I'm pleased to hear you found something even if it wasn't much. Every little helps!!
If i get another offer from the website I'll post a message straight away.
Dot"
Dorothy Gurd replied to Dorothy Gurd's discussion A great GURD breakthrough!!"Hi Greg
Sorry I didn't answer your message earlier. The site didn't send me an automated note to say there was a new posting and I have been really busy doing other things, so haven't checked lately.
Joy and I started compiling the…"
Greg Partington replied to Dorothy Gurd's discussion A great GURD breakthrough!!"Hi All,
I've just come across this site today. I'm descended from the Gurds through my 2nd great grandmother Mary Munns (Gurd) (1844 - 1912). I have a Gurd family tree that obtained some time ago, that is quite comprehensive - if I…"
Dorothy Gurd posted a discussionA great GURD breakthrough!!
Hi everyoneWe can at last refer to all Gurds as 'cousins'. For decades, a small group of Gurds living in America and Canada, with ancestors who emigrated from Ireland, have been searching for their roots in that country without success. We have always wondered if there was a connection with our Gurds in Wiltshire, but there was no way to prove or disprove the theory -UNTIL NOW!Last year my brother Mike (already a member of this group), submitted a sample for DNA testing. The results confirmed…See More
Dorothy Gurd replied to Dorothy Gurd's discussion FOOTNOTE Website in the group Wiltshire Ancestors"Footnote Website.
Back again!
I forgot earlier to explain that 'FOOTNOTE' only has FREE access in December for 'referred' searchers. You can gain access to the site via a recommendation by me, as I subscribe to it. Let me know if…"
Dorothy Gurd commented on Andrew Young for Margaret Young's group Wiltshire Ancestors"Footnote Website.
Back again!
I forgot earlier to explain that 'FOOTNOTE' only has FREE access in December for 'referred' searchers. You can gain access to the site via a recommendation by me, as I subscribe to it. Let me know if…"
Dorothy Gurd left a comment for Dorothy Gurd"Hello everyone,
The Family History website 'FOOTNOTE' has FREE access in December for 'referred' searchers. Most of the data is from the USA, but even if you don't know any ancestors who emigrated, it's worth having a…"
Dorothy Gurd added a discussion to the group Wiltshire Ancestors
FOOTNOTE Website
Hello folksTo those of you who haven't seen the online 'flyer', the Family History website 'FOOTNOTE' has FREE access in December. Most of the data is from the USA, but even if you don't know any ancestors who emigrated, it's worth having a free look around and running a search.DotSee More
Dorothy Gurd commented on Andrew Young for Margaret Young's group Wiltshire Ancestors"Hello Shauna
On the 15th September I left a message in this forum about the Wiltshire Wills Project, but as you are new to the group you may not have had a chance to look at earlier messages.
Have you looked at the Wiltshire Wills website which…"
Dorothy Gurd commented on Debbie Anne Jackson's group Genealogy Tips and Links"Hello folks. I've just joined the Group. I'm a member of the Wiltshire Group and lead a Genealogy Wise Group for descendants of the GURD family. There are instances of GURD noted back to the 13th century in Wiltshire. I'm looking…"
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- What surnames are you interested in researching?
- GURD - WORLDWIDE / DIMMER, DUNN, OBORNE IN WILTSHIRE
- What countries and other locations are you interested in researching?
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- What is your level of genealogy knowledge?
- Intermediate Family History Researcher
- For what reason did you start genealogy research?
- I began my research to find more information about my immediate family, but this became a One-Name Study several years ago. I am a member of the Guild of One Name Studies and as such research the GURD family worldwide. Almost all living GURDs can now be traced back to one man who lived in south Wiltshire in the early 16th century and died in 1563. His wife must have predeceased him, as there is no mention of her in his Will.
I am happy to help GURD researchers who would like to know more about the family and share information.
- Do you have a genealogy website or blog?
- http://startx.co.uk:2317/FootGurd
Comment Wall (14 comments)
- At 12:56am on December 8, 2009, Dorothy Gurd said…
- Hello everyone,
The Family History website 'FOOTNOTE' has FREE access in December for 'referred' searchers. Most of the data is from the USA, but even if you don't know any ancestors who emigrated, it's worth having a free look around and running a search. I knew there would be a handful of Gurds and managed to pick them all up, as far back as the US 1860 Census,You can only gain access to the site via a recommendation by me, as I subscribe to it. Let me know if you'd like me to send you the link. Dot
- At 11:53am on October 12, 2009, Anne Elizabeth Stubbs said…
- Hi Dot, I have sent an email to Brian at the last email address I have and have requested delivery confirmation so will know if the address has changed. Will let you know if/when I hear back from him.
In reply to the will of Thomas 1563's I dont seem to have it so if you could please forward it to me I would appreciate it. Thanks.
Anne
- At 5:09pm on October 11, 2009, Shirl Cridland said…
- Thanks Dot for the information will check it out tonight. Been working on the Smith's tree lately and that has been quite difficult.
- At 2:46pm on October 8, 2009, Anne Elizabeth Stubbs said…
- Hi Dot
I havent heard from Brian since the beginning of the year although I have emailed him several times he has not replied. I will try again this weekend.
I kept an eye on the group but did not see any new members. Anne
- At 12:56pm on October 5, 2009, Dorothy Gurd said…
- I suppose there's a chance that Bessie might have been missed. I have a couple of relatives who are doing a good job of being invisible too. I must check if our library has free 1911 census as it's expensive to make all but the essential records. Dot
- At 12:46pm on October 5, 2009, Anne Elizabeth Stubbs said…
- Hi Dot
Thanks for inviting me to join the group. I am interested in anything that can help increase my knowledge of our ancestors.
If anyone has any information on the descendents of George Frederick Gurd born 1867 at Lytchett Matravers, nr Poole, Dorset I would love to hear from you. He was the son of George Gurd born 1839 and Amelia Caines. George was my great grandfather and was one of 5 children. Anne
- At 8:44am on October 5, 2009, Melanie Parker said…
- I have looked extensively at the 1911 census and cannot find any trace of Bessie Kate Gurd (1890). Our local record office is one of those where you can access the 1911 census for free so I intend having a further look next time I am there. Melanie
- At 6:12pm on October 4, 2009,
Lesley Lloyd said… - Hi Dot - is the tree on this site? If it is I can't it ... I am a beginner, after all! My closest relative is Mary Alice Gurd, daughter of William Gurd and Lizzie Fall. Does that help?
- At 7:02am on October 4, 2009, Dorothy Gurd said…
- Hi Joy
That's good news. I didn't expect anyone to find a new cousin on the first day!! Now you both can compare notes. Dot
- At 2:19am on October 4, 2009, Joy Lewis said…
- Hi Dot and all, thanks for your welcome and already have been excited by reading Alison's message. Alison and I have a relationship which is great news! Joy
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