Tag Archives: Devon

Do you have a connection to the MESNEY and HOOPER families from Devon?

Posted on April 8, 2024 by charnwoodgenealogy

As you already know I love finding an old photographic postcard with clues on the back and I recently struck lucky with this fantastic photograph as below – on the back is written ‘Auntie Edie & Uncle Steve with love … Continue reading →

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Do you have a John Albert HEIL or a Rachel Phyllis HOWARD in your family tree?

Posted on August 16, 2019 by charnwoodgenealogy

A recent old wedding photograph postcard find provided very few clues apart from Heil Howard 13199 written in pencil on the back – could these possibly be the surnames of the bride and groom? On a quick search of marriage … Continue reading →

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