Wilsons of Errigal Keerogue Co Tyrone, Ireland
Synopsis: Wilsons of Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland and nearby townlands

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Wilson is one of the most common Irish surnames - according to one online source it is the 3rd most common name. All of the parishes bordering Errigal Keerogue had a Wilson presence in the 1800s. Lacking a baptismal record for Christina Wilson it is not possible to be certain which family she came from. Carnteel parish, to the east, has several Wilson families, however all of them appear to have arrived in the mid 1800s. The earliest confirmed reference to Wilson's in Carnteel parish was 1822, at least 13 years after Christina had married. Errigal Trough, to the south lies partly in Co Tyrone but mostly in Co Monaghan. There was a Wilson family in the Co Monaghan part of the parish, some of whom had moved to Errigal Keerogue by the mid 1800s (but not earlier). Clogher parish lies to the west of Errigal Keerogue. Wilson families in Clogher were mostly found in the west & central areas. Two Wilson families settled in eastern Clogher in the mid 1800s, having moved from elsewhere in Clogher. Clogherny parish has Wilsons dating back to the 1700s, however all were in the west of the parish. Wilsons did not arrive in Termonmaguirk until the mid 1800s. Consequently, unless Christina travelled a considerable distance to settle in Ballygawley, it is likely she came from one of the Wilson families of Errigal Keerogue, of those the Wilson family of Ballymackilroy are more likely.

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Wilsons of Ballymackilroy townland, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone


1. James Willson,[1] probably born between 1740-1760. (From DOB estimate of son) Died before 1832/1833 (not listed in 1832/1833 Tithe Applotments for Errigal Keerogue parish).[2] Listed in 1796 Flax-seed for Arigle [Errigal Keerogue] parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland, receiving two wheels.[1] Married unknown. Resided, 1796, in or near Cavey or Ballymackilroy townlands, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[1] {The copy of the Flax List given in [1], whilst not including the names of townlands, lists names by townland and James appears between individuals known to have been in Cavey & Ballymackilroy townlands respectively}

Children of James Wilson:
*
 i.
  
 William Wilson,[2,3] probably born between 1775-1785. {From DOB estimates of children & absence from 1796 Flax List}




1.1. William Wilson,[2,3] probably born between 1770-1785. {From DOB estimates of children & absence from 1796 Flax List} Listed in 1832/1833 Tithe Applotment for Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone.[2] Married Margaret.[3] Resided 1832/1833, Ballymackilroy townland, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[2]

Children of William Wilson & Margaret:
*
 i.
  
 Christina Wilson, probably born between 1790-1795. {Possible daughter, named eldest child William} Married James Kirkpatrick. Refer to Kirkpatrick chart.

ii.
James Wilson,[3] probably born between 1790-1805. Married Margaret.[3] Left Errigal Keerogue, Co Tyrone, Ireland, by 1832.[2]
Children: (a)
  
 Margaret Wilson, baptised 1826, St Kerog, Ballynasaggart, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[3]
* iii.
Samuel Wilson,[2] born between 1795-1805 (from estimated DOBs of children).

iv.
Isabella Wilson,[6] probably born between 1800-1805. Married Thomas Kennedy, 8/11/1824, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] Thomas of Threlugan townland, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] Isabella resided 1824, Martray townland, Ballygawley district, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]

v.
Jane Wilson,[6] probably born about 1810. Married James McCallian.[6] Jane resided Martray townland, Ballygawley district, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]

vi.
William Wilson, probably born between 1810-1820 (from estimated DOBs of children & absence from 1832/1833 Tithe Applotment). In 1860 was leasing Block No.16, Ballymackilroy townland, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone from Sir John Stewart, comprising a house, out-buildings & land covering 16 acres 3 rood & 20 perches with an annual rateable valuation of £7 5s for the land and 15s for the house (total £8).[8] Married unknown. Resided 1860, Ballymackilroy townland, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[8]
Children: (a)
  
 William James Wilson, born 1843, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Farm hand, illiterate & single, 1911.[4] Religion listed as 'churchman', 1911.[4] Deaf & dumb.[4] Resided 1911, with brother, John, Ballymackilroy townland, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4]
(b)
John Wilson, born 1846, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Farmer, illiterate & single, 1911.[4] Religion listed as 'churchman', 1911.[4] Resided 1911, house No.17, Ballymackilroy townland, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4]

vii.
Mary Wilson, baptised 1821, St Kerog, Ballynasaggart, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[3]


Ballymacilroy Townland
Ballymacilroy Townland
Image © Kenneth Allen, 2009 [Geograph]
Greenhill Road, Ballymacilroy
Greenhill Road, Ballymacilroy
Image © Kenneth Allen, 2009 [Geograph]
Drawing of St Kerrog, Ballynasaggart
Drawing of St Kerrog, Ballynasaggart
Image - "Ultserheart", Rev C. Brett Ingram.[53]

Medieval Pins
Townlands in Errigal Keerogue Civil Parish © Rootsweb
St Kerog's & Errigal Keerogue. In the 1810s Shaw Mason was commissioned to produce a Parochial Survey of Ireland. The survey was only a sampling of parishes - in the Diocese of Armagh with 130 parishes, only 6 were surveyed. One of which was Errigle Kerog (today known as Errigal Keerogue). Mason surveyed Kerog in 1817 & he devoted 45 pages to the parish, covering geology, buildings, population & food, the poor, education & employment, religion, agriculture, industry & several other categories. The survey contains errors but it is nonetheless it provides a valuable picture of the parish in the 1810s. There is little level land in the parish. The gently undulating hills in the south are universally good land, especially to the west of Ballygawley. Raths are common across the parish. In the west of the parish in the townland of Errigall-Keroge lie the ruins of a church dating to 1383 & known as "Arthur's Church". The ruins stand on a hill are (in 1817) were in a very decayed state, with no evidence of ancient inscriptions. In Ballinsagart (or Priestown) it was claimed that the foundations of a Round Tower were known to have existed as recently as 10 years ago (ie 1807), however around 1810 the then rector removed what traces remained. The first ecclesiastical building in Ballinsagart was erected in 1489 & a Round Tower by that date would have been a historical anachronism. Mason suggests the remains may have instead been of a ruined Franciscan apse (there was a friary on the site). Mason's description of St Kerog's is valuable since no other description is known to have survived. The church was built in 1622 from the friary 'ruins', it was a long building lacking a spire or steeple. The bell hung from the western gable. There was a large hall or vestibule and there was a fireplace on the porch, but no heating inside the church itself. In 1817 the church was described as "comfortable and well kept". A parish Account Book from 1814 indicates the church was then thatched. In 1817 there were 27 people on parish relief & four 'gentlemens" residences in the parish. The Right Honourable Sir John Stewart had a residence at Greenhill (originally Tullyglush or Tullygliss). George Spier had a cottage-style estate in Cleanally. Richard Armstrong lived in the remains of Ballygawley Castle (located between the police station & the Enyrwater weir). The 4th was the parish Glebe House at Richmount, described as bleak since a previous rector had sold off all the trees on the property. The survey notes a "great number of excellent farmhouses suggesting ease & comfort". There were 5 corn mills in the parish at Ballygawley, Lisnawerry, Foremass, Cleanally & Garvaghey, with a tuck-mill at Culnaha for 'finishing woollen cloths manufactured at the farmers houses.' There was a market every Friday and 6 Fairs a year. From 1812 there was also a Linen Market held every two weeks. There were two roads of note in the parish, the Derry mail-coach line road, which passed at some distance from the town {was this Ballygawley or Ballinsagart?}. The 2nd was the 'new line of road which stretched two miles towards Augher'. {The former is presumably Dungannon Rd which passes to the south of Ballygawley before heading north-west to Derry as Omagh Road (and incidentally passing thru' Cavey townland). The later road is today Annaghilla Rd, which is the continuation of Dungannon Rd, heading to Augher and thence onto Enniskillen}. There were 5 bridges in the parish, one at Blackwater and another in Ballygawley both having a span of 36 feet. There were also several multi-arched bridges in the parish. There was only one village in the parish, Ballygawley. In 1817 there was no church in the village, although there was a partially built Presbyterian church (the walls had been built but it was as yet unroofed & had been for some time). The village had 4 public buildings: a hotel, a medical dispensary, a brewery (recently established) & a glove factory. The hotel was a 'good inn kept very neatly' & was later known as the Stewart Arms Hotel. Ballygawley had 140 homes, 20 of them two-storeyed, 59 one-storeyed and 61 cabins (Mason doesn't explain the difference between the later two, possibly stone vs wood?). There were also 9 empty cabins and several empty houses, making a village of 151 houses. The overall impression in the survey was that Ballygawley had 'too many whiskey shops & lesser houses of entertainment'. The survey notes from the 1813 census that the parish had 1259 families, 937 of which were involved in agriculture & 249 in trade. The total population in 1813 was 6736 (3304 males & 3432 females), with an average of 5 people per home. The survey noted that the dress of the inhabitants was 'respectable and above what would be called decent' and in particular the young women 'seem rather satisfied with good clothes than desirous of fine ones.' The report commented on one folk custom for the parish - the Midsummer Bonfires on 23rd June. This apparently involved some sort of fire walking as a test of manhood. This custom persisted as late as the 1850s. It was noted that the parish children showed curiosity, but their parents for the most part could not afford to have them properly educated. There were several one-teacher 'schools', charging between 3-6 shillings for 3 months basic tuition. In 1817 the parish had 705 farms of less than 20 acres, 34 medium sized farms (30-40 acres) and 7 large farms (over 40 acres), with land leased at an average of 38 shillings per acre (less for mountain land). Farm labourers were paid 12 pence per day (9p in winter), a farm servant was paid 4 guineas per year, women were paid 2 guineas per year. These were 1/2 the pre-1815 rate, thanks to a depression on the farming market, following the end of the British-French war and the resulting collapse in the price of farm produce. The principal crops in the parish were oats, potatoes and flax. The linen industry occupied almost every family in the parish. There were no bleach or Linen Mills in the parish, but almost every home had at least one loom. As a result the Linen market sold 9,360 yards of 52 inch linen {I assume this was in the year of the survey or the previous year}. The Mason report ends with the following note on the parish that neatness & good management are apparent in the countryside, but the people are cautious of novelty. The report also rather patronisingly noted that 'If the poorer farmer who leans idly against the door post would clean out the pigs, his wife would have more leisure for the wheel'. The report also noted that the tithes were justified, contrary to the views of the local farmers, as previously noted! Account books for St Kerog's survive from 1816 until 1832 when the church was demolished. In addition to the rector, the parish paid for the services of the Churchwarden, who managed the parish & was responsible for all expenditure, as well as the Apploter (11s 4d/year salary) & the Collector (£2 10s/year salary), who were responsible for the collection of taxes & tithes. St Kerog's usually had at least a staff or at least 8 people. The Sexton, Schoolmasters (there were 3 or 4) & the Singer (there was no organ) were each paid £5/year. From the tithes the church maintained 4 buildings - the church itself, the Sexton-house, the school & the Stables. In 1817 £25/year from the tithes was paid for the maintenance of the Presbyterian Meeting House and £10/year to the maintenance of the chapel {one assumes the Catholic chapel?}. In that year the rector was claiming £400 per year from the townlands of Gort & Churchlands (also known as Richmond or Richmount), plus an additional stipend over over £1000 from Pomeroy. From this he paid a curate £40 a year to live in & administer St Kerog's. Another responsibility of the parish was to look after foundlings - unwanted babies, generally illegitimate, who were dumped and rescued and handed over to the church which then paid women in the parish to raise the babies. Others were sent to orphanages, again at the expense of the parish. In the last 18 years of St Kerog's the care of foundlings was the single biggest demand on the church budget - the parish was caring for over 70 foundlings during that time. Rewards were also paid for the unmasking of the mother of the abandoned babies. St Kerog's was last used for worship in August 1832. The old church (built 1622) was demolished and the materials disposed of at public auction. Some of the stones from church were 'saved' and used to build the wall around the back of the graveyard. Little today survives of the original church - the font, chalice, parish registers (1814-1832), the Union Chair, two pew doors, wall stones and the church bell. The pew doors were used to make a clothing press in the 1880s, which in the 1970s was in the possession of the then rector of St Matthew's.[53]

Martray townland
Martray townland
Image © Kenneth Allen, 2009 [Geograph]
Martray townland
Martray townland
Image © Kenneth Allen, 2009 [Geograph]
St James, Aughnacloy, Carnteel parish
St James, Aughnacloy, Carnteel parish
Image © Kenneth Allen, 2006 [Geograph]


1.1.1. Samuel Wilson,[2,3] born between 1795-1805 (from estimated DOBs of children). Listed in 1832/1833 Tithe Applotment for Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone.[2] Married Margaret Smith.[3] Resided 1832/1833, Ballymackilroy townland, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[2]

Children of Samuel Wilson & Margaret Smith:

i.
  
 Samuel Wilson,[6] probably born between 1825-1835. Married Elizabeth Wray, 5/3/1846, Ballygawley, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]

ii.
Rebecca Wilson, baptised 1830, St Kerog, Ballynasaggart, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[3]

iii.
Martha Wilson, baptised 1832, St Kerog, Ballynasaggart, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[3]

iv.
John Wilson,[6,9] probably born between 1830-1840. Died 16/9/1886, Martray townland, Ballygawley district, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[5] "Letters of Administration (with the Will annexed) of the personal estate of John Wilson late of Martray County Tyrone Farmer who died 16/9/1886 at same place were granted at Armagh to Mary Jane Wilson of Martray the Widow and a Legatee, 16/4/1888, effects valued at £314."[5] In 1860 was leasing Block No.2, Martray townland, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone from Mervyn Stewart, comprising a house, out-buildings & land covering 21 acres 1 rood & 5 perches with an annual rateable valuation of £16 for the land and 15s for the house (total £16 15s).[8] Farmer, 1886.[5] Married Mary Jane Davidson.[6,9] Mary born 1841, Co Tyrone, Ireland,[7] died between 1901-1911. Mary was executer of her husband's estate, 1888.[5] In 1901 Mary was a farmer & widow.[7] Resided 1860,1886,1888, Martray townland, Ballygawley district, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[5,8] Resided 1901, house No.1, Martray townland, Ballygawley district, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[7]
Children: (a)
  
 Robert Wilson, born 8/9/1866, Ballygawley, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] {Age incorrectly given in 1901 & 1911 census', implying a DOB of 1873 & 1875, respectively} Church of Ireland, single, farmer's son, 1901.[7] Church of Ireland & literate, 1911.[4] Farmer, 1911.[4] Married Elizabeth, c.1904.[4] Elizabeth born 1875, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Elizabeth literate & Church of Ireland, 1911.[4] Resided, 1901, with mother, Martray townland, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland (28yo).[7] Resided, 1911, house No.4, Altnagore townland, Ballygawley district, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Living with them in 1911 were Thomas & Mary Cuddy (single, presumably siblings), both servants.[4]
Children: (1)
  
 Robert Wilson, born 1910, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] With parents, 1911.[4]
(b)
Edward Wilson, born 1/1/1869, Ballygawley, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6,9] {Age incorrectly given in 1901 & 1911 census', implying a DOB of 1875 & 1879, respectively} Church of Ireland, single, farmer's son, 1901.[7] Church of Ireland, single & literate, 1911.[4] Farmer, 1911.[4] In 1912 was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Lisbeg House, Ballygawley, Errigal Keerogue, Co Tyrone (Rev. John F. Fairbanks collecting the signatures).[15] Resided, 1901, with mother, Martray townland, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland (26yo).[7] Resided, 1911, house No.7, Martray townland, Ballygawley district, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland (32yo).[4] Resided, 1912, Martray townland, Ballygawley district, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
(c)
William Wilson, born 14/3/1872, Ballygawley, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6,9] {Mother listed as Margaret}
(d)
Thomas Wilson, born 1878, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[7] {Born 1881 according to 1911 census.[4]} Church of Ireland, single, farmer's son, 1901.[7] Church of Ireland, single & literate, 1911.[4] Farmer, 1911.[4] In 1912 was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Lisbeg House, Ballygawley, Errigal Keerogue, Co Tyrone (Rev. John F. Fairbanks collecting the signatures).[15] Resided, 1901, with mother, Martray townland, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland (23yo).[7] Resided, 1911, with brother Edward, Martray townland, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland (30yo).[7] Resided, 1912, Martray townland, Ballygawley district, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
(e)
Mervyn Wilson, born 24/4/1877, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
(f)
Minnie Jane Wilson, born 1882, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[7] {Born 1885 according to 1911 census.[4]} Church of Ireland, single, farmer's daughter, 1901.[7] Church of Ireland, single & literate, 1911.[4] In 1912 was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Lisbeg House, Ballygawley, Errigal Keerogue, Co Tyrone (Rev. John F. Fairbanks collecting the signatures).[15] Resided, 1901, with mother, Martray townland, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland (19yo).[7] Resided, 1911, with brother Edward, Martray townland, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland (30yo).[7] Resided, 1912, Martray townland, Ballygawley district, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]

v.
William James Wilson,[6] born 1836, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Died 17/1/1914, Millix townland, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[5] "Probate of the Will of William Wilson late of Millix County Tyrone Farmer who died 17/1/1914 granted at Armagh to Reverend John F. Fairbanks Clerk, 28/7/1915, effects valued at £242 18s 7d."[5] In 1860 was leasing Block No.16, Millix townland, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone from Sir William Verner, comprising a house, out-buildings & land covering 16 acres 2 rood & 25 perches with an annual rateable valuation of £9 5s for the land and £1 for the house (total £10 5s).[8] In 1860 also co-leased with John & Edward McCluskey Block No.28, Millix townland, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone from Sir William Verner, 3 acres 2 rood & 10 perches of land with William's share of the annual rateable valuation being £1 10s.[8] Illiterate & Church of Ireland, 1911.[4] Farmer, 1911, 1914.[4,5] In 1912 William was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Ballyreagh, Errigal Keerogue, Co Tyrone (John Crossle collecting the signatures).[15] Married Ellen,[4] Smith.[6] about 1870.[4] Ellen born 1842, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Ellen reads & Church of Ireland, 1911.[4] In 1912 Ellen was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Ballygawley, Errigal Keerogue, Co Tyrone (John Crossle collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1860, Millix townland, Aghnahoe district, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[8] Resided 1911, house No.10, Millix townland, Aghnahoe district, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] In 1911 had 7 children, 5 still living.[4] Resided 1912, Millix townland, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
Children: (a)
  
 Robert Henry Wilson, born 4/4/1872, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
(b)
Catherine Wilson, born 11/8/1879, Bockets, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] {Bockets townland is less than 1/2 mile from Millix townland}
(c)
Eleanor Jane Wilson, born 11/8/1879, Bockets, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] {Bockets townland is less than 1/2 mile from Millix townland}
(d)
Eliza Wilson, born 11/8/1879, Bockets, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] {Bockets townland is less than 1/2 mile from Millix townland}
(e)
Joseph Wilson, born 1881, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Literate, single & living with parents, 1911.[4] In 1912 was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Ballyreagh, Errigal Keerogue, Co Tyrone (John Crossle collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1912, Millix townland, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
(f)
2 additional children.[4]


Greenhill Road, Ballymackilroy
Greenhill Road, Ballymackilroy
Image © Kenneth Allen, 2009 [Geograph]
St Matthew's Church, Errigal Keerogue
St Matthew's Church, Errigal Keerogue
Image © Garibaldi McFlurry, 2008 [Flickr]
St John's Castle near Ballymackilroy
St John's Castle near Ballymackilroy
Image © Kenneth Allen, 2005 [Geograph]

Ballygawley (Irish: Baile Uí Dhálaigh, meaning "Ó Dálaigh's townland") is a village in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland.[Wikipedia] Ballygawley did not begin to develop until Sir John Stewart purchased the local estate in 1811 and became the first resident landlord. He re-established the once prosperous linen markets, set up a brewery, distillery, glove factory and built up the monthly town fair to become one of the top cattle fairs in Ireland. Within 20 years the town doubled in size and in population. The Clogher Valley Railway linked Ballygawley and other local towns with the main railway systems for more than fifty years until its closure in 1942. Ballygawley was one of the first towns in Ireland to have its own electricity supply from a water turbine on the Ballygawley river.[Askins] The population of Ballygawley rose rapidly after 1811, reaching a peak in 1837 of almost 1000 residents, but by 1841 the population had begun to decline, a decline which continued well into the 1900s. {1813 (513), 1837 (972), 1841 (881), 1871 (570), 1910 (351), 2001 (642)} This rise & fall in the population matched that of Tyrone and, for that matter, the whole of Ireland. In 1837 "Ballygawley, a market and post-town, and a parish, partly in the barony of Clogher, and partly in that of Dungannon, county of Tyrone, and province of Ulster, 13 miles SE from Omagh, and 74 miles NWN from Dublin; containing 4428 inhabitants, of which number, 972 are in the town. The lands and manor of Moyenner and Balegalle were granted by James Ist to Captain William Turvin, but he neglecting to comply with the conditions of the grant, they were afterwards granted, in 1614, to Sir Gerard Lowther, who erected on the bank of a small river a very extensive castle, which he enclosed within a bawn of stone and lime and made a place of great strength. This castle was destroyed, in 1642, by the insurgents under Sir Phelim O'Nial: the walls and two towers of the bawn, with part of the castle walls, are still remaining; and a modern house has been recently erected on the site. The town is situated on the mail coach road from Dublin to Londonderry, and consists of three streets and a market-place; it contains about 250 houses, some of which are large and well built, and is the property of Sir Hugh Stewart, Bart., whose handsome mansion, Ballygawley House, is about two miles distant from the town. Innismagh, the seat of Col. Verner; Anahoe, of H. Crossle, Esq.; and Martray, of Mervyn Stewart, Esq., are within the parish. A small manufacture of gloves is carried on in the town, which, from the goodness of the materials and the neatness of the workmanship, are in general demand. There is an extensive brewery, that has acquired celebrity for the quality of its ale, and a large distillery of malt whiskey has been established. The market is on Friday; it is amply supplied with provisions of all kinds, and every alternate week a large quantity of linen cloth is exposed for sale. Fairs are held on the second Friday in every month, principally for the sale of cattle, sheep, and pigs. A constabulary police force has been stationed here; petty sessions are held once a fortnight; and as the head of the manor of Moyenner or Ballygawley, manorial courts are held in the town for the recovery of debts not exceeding 40s. This district was constituted a parish in 1830, by an order of council under the provisions of an act of the 7th and 8th of George IVth, when eighteen townlands were separated from the parish of Errigal-Keerogue, in the barony of Clogher, and twelve from that of Carrenteel, in the barony of Dungannon, and formed into the parish of Ballygawley. These townlands are situated near the mountains and contain some good land, particularly on the north-east, where the soil is good and well cultivated. The living is a perpetual curacy, in the diocese of Armagh, and in the alternate patronage of the Rectors of Errigal-Keerogue and Carrenteel. The curate's income is £70 per annum, contributed in moieties by the rector of Errigal-Keerogue and the archdeacon of Armagh, as incumbent of Carrenteel. The church is a small but handsome edifice, in the later English style, erected at an expense of £1000, of which sum, £900 was a gift from the late Board of First Fruits. There is a place of worship in the town for Presbyterian's in connection with the Synod of Ulster, of the third class; also a Baptist meeting-house in the parish. A boys' school is supported by Sir Hugh Stewart, and there is a school at Knockany, together affording instruction to about 130 boys and 130 girls; there is also a private school at Lisgonnell of about 70 boys and 30 girls."[1837 Lewis] In 1846, "Ballygawley is a small market-town in the parish of Errigal Keerogue, barony of Clogher, in the same county as Aughnacloy, between 3-4 miles NNW from that town. It is an improving and prosperous little place: the neighbourhood is interested in the linen manufacture, and in the town is a distillery and brewery, a large establishment belonging to Mr Armstrong. A new church and a Presbyterian chapel are the places of worship, and a dispensary the principal charitable institution. Fairs June 5th, September 2nd and November 2nd for cattle, sheep & pigs. The population, in 1841, was 881."[1846 Slater's] In 1880, "Ballygawley, a nice little village in  Co Tyrone, the property of Sir John Stewart, Bart. 11 miles from Dungannon Railway Station. It contains a brewery & distillery, and a corn mill; 1 mile from the town is the Lisdourt Spinning Mill and Flax Mill. A monthly fair is held the 2nd Friday of the month and a market is every Friday throughout the year where you can find for sale potatoes, oats, butter, etc. Petty Sessions are the 3rd Tuesday of each month." The village had 3 churches (Church of Ireland, Presbyterian, Catholic), a hotel and an additional 10 licensed spirit dealers."[1880 Ulster Directory] In 1910 Ballygawley had a population of 351, three churches as well as meeting halls for the Brethren & the Baptists.[42] There were 8 licensed spirit merchants, which is one for every 43 residents, man, woman & child![42] Ballygawley today is just to the north of the intersection of the A5 (Omagh to Monaghan) and the A4 (Dungannon to Enniskillen) roads. It is a compact village focused in an ‘L’ shape along Main Street and Church Street, with a second cluster of development to the southwest. The main cluster contains the majority of the village’s facilities, including two primary schools, a number of churches and a range of shops and services. The cluster of development to the southwest contains a secondary level school and housing.[Wikipedia]

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Altagore Townland
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Millix townland
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Bockets townland, Carnteel Parish
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Other Wilsons from the parishes surrounding Errigal Keerogue, Co Tyrone

Errigal Trough, Co Monaghan

Errigal Trough lies in the far north of Co Monaghan, butting up to Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone. Evidence indicates Wilsons were in Errigal Trough as early as 1784 (when John Wilson was recorded leasing a mill) and possibly even earlier. In the mid 1800s a branch of this family migrated north to settle in the southernmost townlands of Errigal Keerogue (note that Ballymackilroy is in the north of the parish). Another branch briefly settled in neighbouring Carnteel parish in the mid 1800's before moving back to Co Monaghan.


John Willson,[10,11] probably born between 1740-1760. {From DOB estimate of son & adult by 1784} Between 1784-1789 leased a mill, Dernagola, Co Monaghan, from the Anketell estate.[10] Listed in 1796 Flax-seed for Errigal Trough parish, Co Monaghan, Ireland.[11] Married unknown. Resided, 1784-1789, Dernagola, Errigal Trough parish, Co Monaghan, Ireland.[10] Resided 1796, Errigal Trough parish, Co Monaghan, Ireland.[11]

Children of John Wilson:
*
 i.
  
 James Wilson,[11] probably born between 1770-1775.




1.1. James Wilson,[11] probably born between 1770-1775. {From DOB estimates for children & listed in 1796 Flax List} Listed in 1796 Flax-seed for Errigal Trough parish, Co Monaghan, Ireland.[11] Listed in 1826 Tithe Applotment Book for Errigal Trough parish, Co Monaghan, Ireland.[12] {only one Wilson listed} Married unknown. Resided 1796,1826, Errigal Trough parish, Co Monaghan, Ireland.[11,12]

Children of James Wilson:

i.
  
 James Wilson, probably born between 1800-1810. {From DOB estimates for children & absence in 1826 Tithe List} Married unknown. In 1860 was leasing Block No.4a, Dernagola townland, Errigal Trough parish, Co Monaghan from Matthew Anketell, comprising a house, out-buildings & land covering 63 acres & 2 roods with an annual rateable valuation of £28 10s for the land and £1 15 for the house.[13] Was also leasing the adjacent Block No.4b from Matthew Anketell, comprising a corn mill & kiln, with an annual rateable valuation of £6 10s (total £36 15s).[13] {This was adjacent to the block leased by his brother, John} Resided 1860, Dernagola townland, Errigal Trough parish, Co Monaghan, Ireland.[13]
Children: (a)
  
 Eliza Wilson, probably born between 1825-1835 (d/o James).[9] Married William Brown, 16/7/1851, Errigal Trough parish, Co Monaghan, Ireland.[9] William s/o Robert Brown.[9]
(b)
Esther Wilson, probably born between 1835-1845 (d/o James).[9] Married Robert Brown, 29/5/1862, Errigal Trough parish, Co Monaghan, Ireland.[9] Robert s/o Robert Brown.[9]
* ii.
John Wilson,[13] probably born between 1800-1820.

iii.
male Wilson, born between 1800-1820. Died before 1860. Married Eliza.[13] In 1860 Eliza Wilson was leasing Block No.4, Esker townland, Errigal Trough parish, Co Monaghan from Henry Grattan, comprising a house, out-buildings & land covering 13 acres 3 rood & 25 perches with an annual rateable valuation of £6 for the land and 10s for the house (total £6 10s).[13]
Children: (a)
  
 William Wilson, born 1842, Co Monaghan, Ireland.[4] Farmer, church of Ireland, illiterate & single, 1911.[4] Resided 1911, Esker townland, Derrygorry district, Errigal Trough parish, Co Monaghan, Ireland (69yo).[4]




1.1.1. John Wilson,[8,9,13] probably born between 1800-1820. {From DOB estimates for children & absence in 1826 Tithe List} In 1860 was leasing Block No.6A&B, Drumbirn townland, Errigal Trough parish, Co Monaghan from Charles Leslie, comprising a house, out-building & land covering 29 acres 3 rood & 27 perches with an annual rateable valuation of £17 for the land and £1 10s for the house (total £18 10s).[13] In 1860 was leasing Block No.1, Cavan Moutray townland, Errigal Trough parish, Co Monaghan from Matthew Anketell, comprising a house, out-buildings & land covering 31 acres 1 rood & 10 perches with an annual rateable valuation of £15 5s for the land and £1 10s for the house (total £16 15s).[13] In 1860 was also leasing Block No.3, Dernagola townland, Errigal Trough parish, Co Monaghan from Anketell Moutray, comprising a herd's house & land covering 17 acres 1 rood & 18 perches with an annual rateable valuation of £8 10s for the land and 5s for the house (total £8 15s).[13] In 1860 also was leasing Block No.10, Derrymeen townland, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone from Anketell Moutray, comprising of land covering 1 acre 2 rood & 10 perches with an annual rateable valuation of £1.[8] Married unknown. Resided 1860, either Drumbirn or Cavan Moutray townland, Errigal Trough parish, Co Monaghan, Ireland.[13]

Children of John Wilson:

i.
  
 Thomas,[6,8,9] probably born between 1820-1830. {From DOM} In 1860 was leasing Block No.17, Lismore townland, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone from Anketell Moutray, comprising a house & land covering 3 rood with an annual rateable valuation of 10s for the land and 10s for the house (total 20s).[8] Married Margaret Bartley,[6] 15/2/1850, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[9] Thomas s/o John Wilson & Margaret d/o Thomas Bartley.[9] Resided 1860, Lismore townland, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[8]
Children: (a)
  
 Sarah Wilson, baptised 3/7/1851 (or 1852), Dernabane townland, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]

ii.
William Wilson,[6,9] probably born between 1830-1835. {From DOBs of children & date of marriage} In 1860 was leasing Block No.23, Eidney Street, Aughnacloy, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone from Robert Woods, a house with an annual rateable valuation of £1.[8] Married Sarah Elizabeth McCreery,[6] 18/10/1855, Errigle Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[9] Sarah d/o Alexander McCreery, William s/o John Wilson.[9] Resided 1860, No.23, Eidney Street, Aughnacloy, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[8]
Children: (a)
  
 Margaret Wilson, born 5/4/1857, Corderry townland, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
(b)
Sarah Wilson, born 11/1/1867, Glaslough, Co Monaghan, Ireland.[6]
(c)
Ellen Johnston Wilson, born 30/6/1868, Glaslough, Co Monaghan, Ireland.[6]
(d)
William Wilson, born 6/8/1869, Glasslough, Co Monaghan, Ireland.[6,9]
(e)
David Thomas McCreedy Wilson, born 9/10/1870, Glasslough, Co Monaghan, Ireland.[6,9]
(f)
William Smyth Wilson, born 9/10/1873, Glasslough, Co Monaghan, Ireland.[6,9]
(g)
Margaret Wilson, born 23/3/1880, Aghaboy, Co Monaghan, Ireland.[6]

iii.
Robert Wilson,[14] probably born between 1830-1840. Married Jane Adams, 23/1/1863, Errigal Trough parish, Co Monaghan, Ireland.[14] Jane born 1846, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Robert s/o John Wilson & Jane d/o James Adams.[14] At the time of the marriage Jane resided Altadaven, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[14] Witnesses John Graham & John J. Graham.[14] In 1911 Jane was Church of Ireland, literate & a widow.[4] Resided 1863, Lismore townland, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[14]  {Presumably living with brother, Thomas} Jane resided, 1911, house No.5, Tullylinton townland, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Living with her were two children, Robert & Catherine, & Henry W. (13yo) & Eliza J. McCleon (11yo), nephew & niece, both born Co Tyrone. {Unknown if related to Jane or Robert. Mother listed as Anne Eakin for 1st 3 children in IGI, however this was from submitted material & of potentially questionable accuracy, also Robert who married Jane was the only Robert in Errigal Keerogue at the time. Note the census record indicates Robert James was the s/o Jane}
Children: (a)
  
 Samuel Wilson, born 14/6/1864, Ballygawley, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
(b)
Mary Jane Wilson, born 27/5/1867, Ballygawley, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
(c)
Robert James Wilson,[4] born 19/12/1870, Ballygawley, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] Farmer, Church of Ireland, literate & single, 1911.[4] In 1912 was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Lisbeg House, Ballygawley, Errigal Keerogue, Co Tyrone (Rev. John F. Fairbanks collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1911, with mother, Tullylinton townland, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Resided 1912, Tullylinton townland, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
(d)
Catherine Wilson, born 1890, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Church of Ireland, literate & single, 1911.[4] Resided 1911, with mother, Tullylinton townland, Errigal Keerogue parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4]



Termonmaguirk Parish, Co Tyrone

Wilsons appear in the south-east of Termonmaguirk parish. No Wilsons appear in the 1796 flax list, however there is a John Wilson listed in the 1663 Subsidy Roll for Termonmaguirk parish, with a tax levied of £3 5s for stock.[16] The 1796 Flax list is not a complete list of all heads of household, rather a list of farmers growing flax. The small rate valuation per acre listed in the Griffiths Valuations indicates the land was of poor quality, most likely hilly land more suited for herding rather than farming, hence the relatively small number of listings from Termonmaguirk in the 1796 Flax list (and the absence of any Wilsons). Cloughfin townland (also spelt Cloghfin) is in the far south-east of the parish, bordering Errigal Keerogue, Carnteel & Killeeshil parishes. The earliest reference to a Wilson in Cloughfin was David Wilson listed in the 1825 Tithe Applotment for that townland. A David appears in the townland in 1860, probably a son since he died in 1892, David Sr would have been around 100yo. The name David also appears in Bockets townland, Killeeshil, in 1860, less than a mile from Cloughfin, strongly suggesting a connection. The only other Wilsons living in Termonmaguirk parish in the 1800s were a John Wilson (probably born 1800-1810) and his children, living in Altanagh townland in the 1860s & 1870s, but leaving no trace by 1911. Altanagh is several townlands to the north of Cloughfin (also spelt Cloghfin). Any connection to the Cloghfin Wilsons is unknown.


1. David Wilson,[17] probably born between 1780-1800. {From DOB estimates of children & adult by 1825} Listed in 1825 Tithe Applotment for Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[17] In 1860 was leasing Blocks No.20Aa,B,C,D&E, Cloughfin townland, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone from William Verner, comprising a house, out-buildings & land covering 8 acres 1 rood & 25 perches with an annual rateable valuation of £8 5s for the land and £1 for the house (total £9 5s).[8] Married unknown. Resided 1825,1860, Cloughfin townland, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[8,17]

Children of David Wilson:

i.
  
 Jonathan Wilson,[5] probably born between 1815-1825. {From DOBs of children} In 1860 was leasing Blocks No.19A&B and 20Ab, Cloughfin townland, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone from William Verner, comprising a house, out-buildings & land covering 10 acres & 25 perches with an annual rateable valuation of £6 8s for the land and 17s for the house (total £7 5s).[8] Married Isabella Smith, 13/11/1846, Presbyterian Church, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] Resided 1860, Cloughfin townland, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[8]
Children: (a)
  
 John Wilson, born 1847, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] {Name given as Jonathan in estate settlement} Died 3/1/1912, Cloughfin townland, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[5] "Probate of the Will of Jonathan Wilson late of Cloughfin County Tyrone Farmer who died 3/1/1912 granted at Londonderry to Lucy Anderson Wilson the Widow, 22/4/1912, effects valued at £184."[5] Farmer, 1910,1911,1912.[4,5,18] Episcopalian & literate, 1911.[4] Married Lucy Anderson,[5] c.1875, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Lucy born 1847, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Lucy Episcopalian & literate, 1911.[4] In 1912 Lucy was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Sixmilecross, Termonmaguirk , Co Tyrone (Irwin Anderson collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1910,1911,1912, Cloughfin townland, Sixmilecross district, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4,5,18] {3 children according to 1911 census, whether alive or dead not stated} Resided 1912, Cloughfin townland, Sixmilecross district, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
(b)
James Wilson, born 1851, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Farmer, Church of Ireland, widower & literate, 1911.[4] In 1912 James was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Sixmilecross, Termonmaguirk , Co Tyrone (Thomas Ashfield collecting the signatures).[15] Married Margaret Anderson,[6,9] c.1870.[4] In 1912 Maggie was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Sixmilecross, Termonmaguirk , Co Tyrone (Irwin Anderson collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1911, Cloughfin townland, Sixmilecross district, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] {As of 1911 had 9 children, 7 still alive} Resided 1912, Cloughfin townland, Sixmilecross district, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
Children: (1)
  
 John Wilson, born 21/9/1871, Six Mile Cross, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6,9]
(2)
Maria Jane Wilson, born 7/4/1874, Six Mile Cross, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6,9]
(3)
William Wilson, born 4/12/1875, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
(4)
Anderson Wilson, born 26/12/1878, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
(5)
Margaret Wilson, born 1882, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] With father, 1911.[4] Church of Ireland, single & literate, 1911.[4] In 1912 Maggie was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Sixmilecross, Termonmaguirk , Co Tyrone (Rev. J. D. Stuart collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1912, Sixmilecross town, Sixmilecross district, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
(c)
male Wilson, probably born between 1846-1850. Died before 1911.[4] Married Olivia, c.1877, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Olivia born 1851, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Olivia was Church of Ireland, literate & widow, 1911.[4] Resided 1911, Cloughfin townland, Sixmilecross district, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] {As of 1911 had 5 children, all still alive}
Children: (a)
  
 Joseph Dawson Wilson, born 1883, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] With mother, 1911.[4] Farmer, Church of Ireland, single & literate, 1911.[4] In 1912 was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Sixmilecross, Termonmaguirk , Co Tyrone (Thomas Ashfield collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1912, Cloughfin townland, Sixmilecross district, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
(b)
Anna Margary Wilson, born 1891, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] With mother, 1911.[4] Church of Ireland, single & literate, 1911.[4]
(c)
3 additional children.[4]
(d)
Elizabeth Wilson, born 1854, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Servant, Church of Ireland, illiterate, single, 1911.[4] Resided 1911, Sixmilecross town, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4]
(e)
Robert Wilson,[5] probably born between 1846-1860. Died 27/5/1885, Cloughfin townland, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[5] "Letters of Administration of the personal estate of Robert Wilson late of Cloughfin County Tyrone Farmer who died 27/5/1885 at same place were granted at Armagh to Robert James McKernon of Cloughfin Farmer the Curator of Mary Anne Wilson the Child (Limited Grant), 29/7/1886, effects valued at £216."[5] Married Catherine McKernon.[6] Catherine probably died before 1885.[5] Resided 1885, Cloughfin townland, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[5]
Children: (1)
  
 Mary Anne Wilson,[5] born 6/3/1881, Cloughfin townland, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] Minor at the death of her father, after her father's death Mary was placed in the care of Robert James McKernon.[5]
(f)
David Wilson.[5] {Either a son or brother of Jonathan} Died 24/3/1892, Cloughfin townland, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[5] "The Will of David Wilson late of Cloughfin County Tyrone Farmer who died 24/3/1892 at same place was proved at Londonderry by Samuel Moses and James Gibson both of Cloughfin Farmers the Executors, 25/6/1894, effects valued at £263."[5] Farmer, 1892.[5] Resided 1892, Cloughfin townland, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[5]
(g)
Isabella Wilson, born 27/8/1864, Six Mile Cross, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]



Clogherny Parish, Co Tyrone

Clogherny parish had several distinct Wilson families in the 1800s scattered over much of the parish. Of particular interest are three families. One from the town & townland of Beragh and another from the townland of Dervaghroy, both of whom had a connection with the town of Six Mile Cross, which lies in neighbouring Termonmaguirk parish, only a few 100 metres from the border of that parish with Errigal Keerogue (incidently, the parish church for Termonmaguirk, which in Six Mile Cross, also served the northern-most townlands in Errigal Keerogue). The third family was from the townland of Beagh in the south of the parish and about 3km from the border with Errigal Keerogue. A number of births in the Beragh and Dervaghroy family groups were listed as having occurred at Six Mile Cross, Termonmaguirk parish, since this information came from secondary sources it is possible that the events were actually baptisms since the parents were living in Clogherny parish at the time.


1. Samuel Wilson,[6] probably born between 1760-1775. {From DOBs of children & adult by 1796} Listed in 1796 Flax-seed for Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[23] Listed in Tithe Applotment Books, Clogherny parish, 1826.[22] Married unknown. Resided 1796, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[23] Resided 1826, Beragh townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[22]

Children of Samuel Wilson:
*
 i.
  
 Samuel Wilson,[6] probably born between 1790-1805.




1.1. Samuel Wilson,[6] probably born between 1790-1805. {From DOBs of children} Listed in Tithe Applotment Books, Clogherny parish, 1826.[22] Married unknown. Resided 1826, Beragh townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[22]

Children of Samuel Wilson:

i.
  
 John Wilson,[6,9] probably born between 1820-1835. In 1860 was leasing Block No.28, Altanagh townland, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone from Sir John Stewart, comprising a house, out-buildings & land covering 62 acres 1 rood & 20 perches with an annual rateable valuation of £3 10s for the land and £3 5s for the house (total £6 15s).[8] In 1860 was leasing Block No.41, Inishative townland, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone from Sir John Stewart, comprising land covering 36 acres 1 rood & 10 perches with an annual rateable valuation of £4.[8] Married Elizabeth McFarland,[9] 20/11/1855, Edenderry, Cappagh parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] Resided 1860, Altanagh townland, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[8]
Children: (a)
  
 Margaret Wilson, born 1/2/1864, Six Mile Cross, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6,9]
(b)
James Wilson, born 24/1/1869, Six Mile Cross, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6,9]
(c)
Albert Wilson, born 10/4/1871, Six Mile Cross, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6,9]

ii.
Robert Armstrong Wilson,[5] born before 1840.[8] Died 15/12/1895, Beragh, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[5] "Letters of Administration of the personal estate of Robert Armstrong Wilson late of Beragh County Tyrone Gentleman who died 15/12/1895 were granted at Londonderry to Jane Robinson of Beragh Widow the Sister, 19/2/1896, effects valued at £146 17s."[14] In 1860 was leasing Block No.20, Beragh townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone from the Earl of Belmore, comprising land covering 6 acres & 10 perches with an annual rateable valuation being £4 15.[8] In 1860 was leasing Block No.86, Beragh town, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone from the Earl of Belmore, comprising a house, out-buildings, yard & garden covering 21 perches with an annual rateable valuation of 5s for the land and £3 10s for the house (total £3 15s).[8] In 1860 Robert leased Block No.85, a house, Beragh town, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, to "lodgers" (evidently a boarding house), with an annual rateable valuation of £3 15s.[8] {Possibly did not marry, his sister was executor of his estate, not his widow or son/daughter} Resided 1860,1895, Beragh, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[5,8]

iii.
Jane Wilson.[5] Died after 1896.[5] Married John Robinson.[5,9] Resided 1895,1896, Beragh, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[5]
Children: (a)
  
 James Robinson, born 26/5/1874, Six Mile Cross, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[9]




1. William Wilson,[9] probably born between 1795-1805. {From DOBs of children} Died before 1860.[8] Listed in Tithe Applotment Books, Clogherny parish, 1826.[22] Married unknown. Resided 1826, Dervaghroy townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[22]

Children of William Wilson:

i.
  
 Isabella Wilson, born 1826, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[9] Married Joseph Mitchell, 20/1/1847, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[9] Joseph, s/o James, born 1825.[9]

ii.
Charles Wilson,[6,9] probably born between 1815-1830. Died or emigrated before 1911. In 1860 was leasing Block No.9b, Dervaghroy townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone from the Earl of Belmore, comprising a house, out-building & land, together with his brother's block covering 39 acres 3 rood & 10 perches with his share of the annual rateable valuation being £12 10s for the land and £1 for his house (total £13 10s).[8] Married Margaret Love,[6] 23/10/1850, Cappagh parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[9] Margaret d/o Thomas Love, Charles s/o William.[9] Resided 1860, Dervaghroy townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[8]
Children: (a)
  
 Robert James Wilson,[20] born 1858, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Farmer, 1910,1911.[4,20] Presbyterian & literate, 1911.[4] In 1912 was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at the Methodist Church, Beragh, Co Clogherny (Arthur McFarland collecting the signatures).[15] Married Annie Jane, c.1907.[4] Annie born 1872, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Resided 1910, Dervaghroy townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[20] Resided 1911, house No.1, Dervaghroy townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Resided 1912, Dervaghroy townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
Children: (1)
  
 Charles Wilson, born 1910, Dervaghroy townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4]
(b)
John Wilson, born 22/4/1865, Six Mile Cross, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
(c)
Mary Wilson, born 10/3/1869, Six Mile Cross, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6,9]

iii.
John Wilson,[6] probably born between 1820-1835. {From DOBs of children} Died or emigrated before 1911. In 1860 was leasing Block No.9a, Dervaghroy townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone from the Earl of Belmore, comprising a house, out-building & land, together with his brother's block covering 39 acres 3 rood & 10 perches with his share of the annual rateable valuation being £12 10s for the land and £1 for his house (total £13 10s).[8] In 1860 John leased Block No.9c, a house, to Robert McBride, with an annual rateable valuation of 5s.[8] Married Mary Jane.[6] Resided 1860, Dervaghroy townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[8]
Children: (a)
  
 Isabella Wilson, baptised 17/6/1859, Beragh, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
(b)
Sarah Wilson, baptised 11/5/1862, Beragh, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6

iv.
William Wilson,[6,9] born 1849, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Fruit farmer, 1911.[4] Church of Ireland & literate, 1911.[4] In 1912 was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Beragh, Co Clogherny (Samuel Creighton collecting the signatures).[15] Married Ann Jane Fenton.[6,9,19,21] Annie born 1851, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Annie literate.[4] Resided Plum Treet Cottage, Dervaghroy townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[19] Resided 1911, house No.8, Dervaghroy townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Resided 1912, Dervaghroy townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
Children: (a)
  
 William John Wilson, born 18/1/1872, Six Mile Cross, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6,9]
(b)
Charles Wilson, born 2/10/1873, Six Mile Cross, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6,9,21] Died 27/12/1938, Winton, Southland, New Zealand.[21]
(c)
Eliza Jane Wilson, born 24/10/1875, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]

v.
Eliza Wilson,[6] probably born between 1835-1845.
Children: (a)
  
 Eliza Wilson, born 8/1/1864, Six Mile Cross, Termonmaguirk parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] Baptised 15/1/1864, Beragh, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]



The linking of James of Tullanafoile, Clogher parish, into this family is somewhat speculative, however I have been unable to find any trace of James' ancestry in Clogher and Tullanafoile & Kilnaheery townlands in Clogher parish are across the border from Killadroy & Beagh townlands in Clogherny parish.


1. Charles Wilson,[23] probably born between 1750-1770. {From DOBs of children & adult by 1796} Listed in 1796 Flax-seed for Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[23] Listed in Tithe Applotment Books, Clogherny parish, 1826.[22] Freeholder, 1829.[25] Married unknown. Resided 1796, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[23] Resided 1826,1829, Beagh townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[22,25]

Children of Charles Wilson:
*
 i.
  
 John Wilson,[22] probably born between 1790-1800.
*
 ii.
James Wilson,[9,22] probably born between 1795-1805. {Possible son}




1.1. John Wilson,[22] probably born between 1790-1800. {From DOB of children & adult by 1826} Died before 1860. Listed in Tithe Applotment Books, Clogherny parish, 1826.[22] Married unknown. Resided 1826, Beagh townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[22]

Children of John Wilson:

i.
  
 William Wilson, probably born between 1820-1830. {From DOB of children & adult by 1860} In 1860 was leasing Block No.11, Killadroy townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone from Hamill Stewart, comprising a house, out-buildings & land covering 24 acres & 4 perches with an annual rateable valuation of £18 5s for the land and £1 10s for the house (total £19 15s).[8] In 1860 was co-leasing with James Wilson, Block No.5, Beagh townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone from the Earl of Belmore, comprising a house, out-buildings & land covering 19 acres 1 rood & 5 perches with William's share of the annual rateable valuation being £6 for the land and £1 for the house (total £7).[8] In 1860 was leasing Block No.6, Beagh townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone from the Earl of Belmore, being land covering 6 acres 1 rood & 35 perches with an annual rateable valuation of £4 10s.[8] In 1860 was co-leasing with James Wilson, Block No.14, Killadroy townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone from Hamill Stewart, being land covering 4 acres & 1 rood with William's share of the annual rateable valuation being £1 5s.[8] Married unknown. Resided 1860, Killadroy townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[8]
Children: (a)
  
 William Wilson,[5] probably born between 1850-1860. Died 31/12/1908, Beagh townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[5] "Probate of the Will of William Wilson late of Beagh County Tyrone Farmer who died 31/12/1908 granted at Londonderry to David Crawford and Thomas Young Farmers, 5/4/1909, effects valued at £484."[5] Married Elizabeth.[4] Elizabeth born 1856, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Elizabeth was a farmer, presbyterian, literate & widow, 1911.[4] In 1912 Elizabeth was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at the church hall, Dervaghroy, Clogherny, Co Tyrone (Joseph Marshall collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1911, house No.7, Killadroy townland, Dervaghroy district, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Living with them was Isabella Little, born 1910, Co Fermanagh, Ireland, niece.[4] Resided 1912, Killadroy townland, Dervaghroy district, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
Children: (1)
  
 William Charles Wilson, born 1883, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Literate & single, 1911.[4] Resided, 1911, with mother.[4] In 1912 was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at the church hall, Dervaghroy, Clogherny, Co Tyrone (Joseph Marshall collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1912, Killadroy townland, Dervaghroy district, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
(2)
Thomas Stewart Wilson, born 1887, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Literate & single, 1911.[4] Resided, 1911, with mother.[4] In 1912 was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at the church hall, Dervaghroy, Clogherny, Co Tyrone (Joseph Marshall collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1912, Killadroy townland, Dervaghroy district, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
(3)
Margaret Jane Wilson, born 1887, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Domestic servant, Presbyterian, literate & single, 1911.[4] Resided, 1911, with Robert Smith Clements, Justice of the Peace, house No.1, Killadroy townland, Dervaghroy district, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4]
(4)
Ella (Isabella?) Wilson, born 1890, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Literate & single, 1911.[4] Resided, 1911, with mother.[4] In 1912 was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at the church hall, Dervaghroy, Clogherny, Co Tyrone (Joseph Marshall collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1912, Killadroy townland, Dervaghroy district, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
(5)
Guy Alexander Wilson, born 1892, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Literate & single, 1911.[4] Resided, 1911, with mother.[4] In 1912 was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at the church hall, Dervaghroy, Clogherny, Co Tyrone (Joseph Marshall collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1912, Killadroy townland, Dervaghroy district, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
(6)
Bertie David Wilson, born 1897, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Literate & single, 1911.[4] Resided, 1911, with mother.[4]

ii.
Jane Wilson, born 1842, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Farmer, literate, Presbyterian & single, 1911.[4] In 1912 was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at the church hall, Dervaghroy, Clogherny, Co Tyrone (Joseph Marshall collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1911, house No.8, Beagh townland, Dervaghroy district, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Resided 1912, Beagh townland, Dervaghroy district, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]

iii.
James Wilson, probably born between 1820-1830. {From DOB of father & adult by 1860} In 1860 was co-leasing with William Wilson, Block No.5, Beagh townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone from the Earl of Belmore, comprising a house, out-buildings & land covering 19 acres 1 rood & 5 perches with James' share of the annual rateable valuation being £6 for the land and £1 for the house (total £7).[8] In 1860 was co-leasing with William Wilson, Block No.14, Killadroy townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone from Hamill Stewart, being land covering 4 acres & 1 rood with James' share of the annual rateable valuation being £1 5s.[8]




1.2. James Wilson,[9,22] probably born between 1795-1805. {From DOBs of children & adult by 1826} Listed in Tithe Applotment Books, Clogherny parish, 1826.[22] In 1860 was leasing Block No.14, Tullanafoile townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone from Francis Gervais, comprising a house, out-buildings & land covering 28 acres 2 rood & 10 perches with an annual rateable valuation of £14 10s for the land and £1 5s for the house (total £15 15s).[8] In 1860 was leasing Block No.27, Kilnaheery townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone from Francis Gervais, being land covering 2 acres 2 rood & 10 perches with an annual rateable valuation of £1).[8] Married unknown. Resided 1826, Beagh townland, Clogherny parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[22] Resided 1860, Tullanafoile townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[8]

Children of James Wilson:

i.
  
 James Wilson,[6,9] born 1837, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Farmer, 1910,1911.[4,24] Church of Ireland & literate.[4] In 1912 James was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Newtownsaville, Clogher, Co Tyrone (F. P. Garvais collecting the signatures).[15] Married Matilda McCutcheon,[6,9] c.1867, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Matilda born 1847, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Matilda literate & Church of Ireland.[4] In 1912 Matilda was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Newtownsaville, Clogher, Co Tyrone (G. F. Dfewges collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1876,1878,1879,1910, Tullanafoile townland, Cecil district, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6,24] Resided 1911, house No.8, Tullanafoile townland, Cecil district, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] {As of 1911 had 11 children, 8 still living} Resided 1912, Tullanafoile townland, Cecil district, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
Children: (a)
  
 Jane Mary Wilson, born 30/12/1867, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6,9]
(b)
Rebecca Wilson, born 14/12/1869, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
(c)
William Thomas Wilson, born 8/7/1871, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6,9]
(d)
Samuel Wilson, born 15/5/1873, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
(e)
Sarah Jane Wilson, born 28/6/1874, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6,9]
(f)
John Wilson, born 6/6/1876, Tullanafoile townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
(g)
Elizabeth Emily Wilson, born 21/3/1878, Tullanafoile townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
(h)
Rachel Lucinda Wilson, born 15/12/1879, Tullanafoile townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
(i)
James Wilson, born 1886, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Church of Ireland & literate.[4] With parents, 1911.[4]
(j)
Florence Wilson, born 1890, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Church of Ireland & literate.[4] With parents, 1911.[4]
(k)
child Wilson.[4]

ii.
Thomas Wilson,[6] born 1842, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Methodist, literate & widower, 1911.[4] In 1912 James was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Newtownsaville, Clogher, Co Tyrone (F. P. Garvais collecting the signatures).[15] Married Mary Anne Irwin.[6] Mary died before 1911.[4] Resided, 1911, with daughter, Tycanny townland, Cecil district, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Resided, 1912, Tycanny townland, Cecil district, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
Children: (a)
  
 Eliza Ann Wilson, born 17/11/1875, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4,6] Church of Ireland & literate.[4] Married William Anderson, 1909, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] William born 1859, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] William was Church of Ireland & literate.[4] Farmer, 1911.[4] Resided 1911, house No.15, Tycanny townland, Cecil district, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4]
Children: (1)
  
 William Anderson, born 1910, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] With parents, 1911.[4]

iii.
Mary Wilson,[9] probably born between 1835-1845. Married James Boyd, 9/10/1862, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[9] James s/o John Boyd of Glennagheargh townland, Clogher parish,[8,9] & Mary d/o James Wilson.[9]
Children: (a)
  
 John Boyd, born 16/8/1870, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[9]
(b)
Andrew Boyd, born 3/9/1872, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[9]



Clogher Parish, Co Tyrone

There are several Wilson families scattered across Clogher parish, however only two are in the north-east near Errigal Keerogue, one of which appears to have arrived from southern Clogherny in the mid 1800s. The other family, originally from from Slatbeg townland, Clogher, which is in the far south of the parish, bordering Co Monaghan. [26] states that there is a stone at Clogher Cathedral marking the graves of previous generations who farmed at Slatbeg.


1. Thomas Wilson,[6] probably born between 1760-1770. {DOB estimate from DOBs of children & adult by 1796} Died 23/12/1817, Slatbeg townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] {According to [6] was born "1742" however this is dubious given a son was born in 1808} Listed in 1796 Flax-seed for Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[23] Married unknown. Resided 1796, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[23] Resided 1817, Slatbeg townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]

Children of Thomas Wilson:

i.
  
 William Wilson, born 1791, Slatbeg townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] Died 15/8/1817, Slatbeg townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
*
 ii.
Samuel Wilson, born 1808, Slatbeg townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]




1.1. Samuel Wilson, born 1808, Slatbeg townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] Died after 1860.[8] In 1860 was leasing Block No.3, Knockmany townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone from Francis Gervais, comprising a house, out-buildings & land covering 23 acres 20 perches with an annual rateable valuation of £11 10s for the land and £1 for the house (total £12 10s).[8] In 1860 was leasing Block No.7, Cloneblaugh townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone from Francis Gervais, being 11 acres 3 rood & 10 perches of land with an annual rateable valuation of £5 15s.[8] Married Ellen.[6] Resided 1860, Knockmany townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[8]

Children of Samuel Wilson & Ellen:

i.
  
 Jane Wilson, born 1843, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[26] Died 17/4/1910, Knockmany townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland & buried Glenhoy Presbyterian Church, Glenhoy townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland (67yo, sister of William).[26] Did not marry.

ii.
William Wilson,[5] born 1848, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[26] Died 4/5/1909, Knockmany townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland,[5,26] & buried Glenhoy Presbyterian Church, Glenhoy townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland (61yo).[26] "Probate of the Will of William Wilson late of Knockmany County Tyrone Farmer who died 4/5/1909 granted at Armagh to Thomas Wilson Farmer, 15/9/1909, effects valued at £216 15s 10d."[5] Farmer.[5] Did not marry.

iii.
Thomas Wilson,[5] born 1861, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[26] Died 18/2/1919, Knockmany townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland & buried Glenhoy Presbyterian Church, Glenhoy townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland (58yo, brother of William).[26] Executor of his brother's will, 1909.[5] Farmer, 1909,1911.[4,5] Presbyterian, literate & single, 1911.[4] In 1912 Thomas was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Newtownsaville, Clogher, Co Tyrone (F. P. Gervain collecting the signatures).[15] Married Agnes T., c.1911.[26] Agnes born 1880, died 22/7/1939 & buried Glenhoy Presbyterian Church, Glenhoy townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland (59yo, wife of Thomas).[26] In 1912 Agnes was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Newtownsaville, Clogher, Co Tyrone (G. F. Dfewges collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1909,1911,1912,1919,1939, Knockmany townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4,5,15,26]
Children: (a)
  
 Thomas Wilson, born 1911, Knockmany townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[26] Died 26/4/1977, Knockmany townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland & buried Glenhoy Presbyterian Church, Glenhoy townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland (60yo).[26]
(b)
William Wilson, born 1914, Knockmany townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[26] Died 31/8/1960, Knockmany townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland & buried Glenhoy Presbyterian Church, Glenhoy townland, Clogher parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland (46yo).[26]



Killeeshil Parish, Co Tyrone

There were two Wilson families in Killeeshil parish in the 1800s, one based in Bockets townland in the west of the parish, less than 2km from Millix townland, Errigal Keerogue (in fact the Millix Wilson's appear to have spent some time in Bockets). The other Wilson family was in the far east of the parish (not charted). There is only one Wilson listed in the 1796 Flax List, Alexander, a name that does not appear amongst the Wilsons of Bocket and is likely not the father of William, below. The forenames appearing in the Wilsons of Bockets townland (especially the name David) suggest a connection to the Wilsons of Cloughfin townland, Termonmaguirk parish. I have been unable to locate William Jr (married to Mary Anne Woods) in the 1860 Griffith's Valuation Index, there being no obviuous candidates in Carnteel, Donaghmore or Drumglass parishes. It is possible William Sr had died by 1860 & the William leasing land in Bockets in 1860 was in fact William Jr.


1. William Wilson,[25] probably born between 1790-1805. {From DOBs of children & adult by 1829} Freeholder, Bockets townland, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland, 1829.[25] In 1860 was leasing Block No.7, Bockets townland, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone from William Verner, comprising a house, out-buildings & land covering 58 acres 1 rood & 20 perches with an annual rateable valuation of £32 for the land and £1 10s for the house (total £33 10s).[8] Married unknown. Resided 1829,1860, Bockets townland, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[8,25]

Children of William Wilson:
*
 i.
  
 David Wilson,[8] probably born between 1810-1820.

ii.
John Wilson, probably born between 1815-1830. {From date of marriage} Married Letitia Sloan, 27/1/1851, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[9] Letitia d/o Francis Sloan & John s/o William Wilson.[9]

iii.
William Wilson, probably born between 1815-1830. {From date of marriage} Died between 1871-1911.[4] Married Mary Ann Woods, 27/10/1851,[4,9] Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[9] Mary d/o James Woods & William s/o William Wilson,[9] born 1830, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] In 1911 Mary was Church of Ireland, illiterate & a widow.[4] Resided 1911, house No.3, Miltown (South Side), Dungannon, Drumglass parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] {As of 1911 had 12 children, 4 still living, 8 deceased} Living with Mary in 1911 was a grand daughter, Mary Jane, born 1883, Co Tyrone, a bobbin weaver.[4]
Children: (a)
  
 Margaret Wilson, baptised 30/12/1857, Mullaghmore townland, Donaghmore parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] Died infancy.
(b)
Sarah Eliza Wilson, born 1860,[4] baptised 27/7/1860, Mullaghneese townland, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] Yarn spinner, 1911.[4] Church of Ireland, single, reads only, 1911.[4] Resided, 1911, with mother, Miltown (South Side), Dungannon, Drumglass parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4]
(c)
William Wilson, born 14/5/1864, Dungannon, Drumglass parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] Died infancy.
(d)
Margaret Mary Wilson,[4] born 26/1/1867, Benburb townland, Clonfeacle parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] Mechanic, 1911.[4] Church of Ireland, single, reads only, 1911.[4] Resided, 1911, with mother, Miltown (South Side), Dungannon, Drumglass parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland (46yo).[4]
(e)
Louisa Wilson, born 9/10/1869, Dungannon, Drumglass parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6,9]
(f)
William John Wilson, born 11/6/1871, Dungannon, Drumglass parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4,6,9] Mechanic, 1911.[4] Church of Ireland, single, reads only, 1911.[4] Resided, 1911, with mother, Miltown (South Side), Dungannon, Drumglass parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4]
(g)
6 additional children, one alive 1911.[4]




1.1. David Wilson,[8] probably born between 1810-1820. {From DOBs of children} Died before 1898.[5] In 1860 was leasing Block No.8, Bockets townland, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone from William Verner, comprising a house, out-buildings & land covering 37 acres 3 rood & 20 perches with an annual rateable valuation of £18 for the land and £1 for the house (total £19).[8] Married Eliza.[5] Eliza died between 1898-1911. In 1898 Eliza was granted admin for the estate of her son, William John Wilson of Bockets.[5] Resided 1860,1898, Bockets townland, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[5,8]

Children of David Wilson & Eliza:

i.
  
 Thomas Wilson, born 1842, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Farmer, 1911.[4] Church of Ireland & literate, 1911.[4] Married Margaret, c.1875.[4] Margaret born 1854, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Margaret was Church of Ireland & literate, 1911.[4] In 1912 were signatories of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Ballyreagh, Co Tyrone (John C. Crossle collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1911, house No.4, Lurgancullion townland, Aghnahoe district, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] {As of 1911 had 9 children, 7 still alive} Resided 1912, Lurgancullion townland, Aghnahoe district, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
Children: (a)
  
 Agnes Wilson, born 1877,[4] Co Tyrone, Ireland.[27] Married Samuel Henry Stevenson, 1900, Queen Street Methodist Church, Lurgan, Co Galway, Ireland.[27] At the time of the marriage Samuel resided William Street, Portadown & Agnes resided Carlton Street, Portadown.[27] Samuel was a cabinetmaker.[4,27] Samuel born 26/4/1880, Curran Street, Portadown, Co Galway, Ireland.[27] Both Methodist & literate.[4] Resided No.2 Carleton Street, Portadown, Co Galway, Ireland.[4]
Children: (a)
  
 Samuel Stevenson, born 30/6/1900, Lurgancullion townland, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[27] With parents, 1911.[4]
(b)
Harold Stevenson, born 28/3/1902, Portadown, Co Galway, Ireland.[27] With parents, 1911.[4]
(b)
Thomas Wilson, born 1883, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Farmer, 1911.[4] Church of Ireland, single & literate, 1911.[4] Living with parents, 1911.[4] In 1912 was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Ballyreagh, Co Tyrone (John C. Crossle collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1912, Lurgancullion townland, Aghnahoe district, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
(c)
Jemima Wilson, born 1894, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Church of Ireland, single & literate, 1911.[4] Living with parents, 1911.[4] In 1912 was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Ballyreagh, Co Tyrone (John C. Crossle collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1912, Lurgancullion townland, Aghnahoe district, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
(d)
6 additional children.[4]

ii.
John Wilson, born 1843, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Farmer, 1911.[4] Church of Ireland & literate, 1911.[4] Married Mary, c.1888.[4] Mary born 1860, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Mary was Church of Ireland & literate, 1911.[4] In 1912 John & Mary were signatories of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Ballyreagh, Co Tyrone (John C. Crossle collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1911, house No.16, Bockets townland, Aghnahoe district, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] {As of 1911 had 4 children, all still alive} Resided 1912, Bockets townland, Aghnahoe district, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
Children: (a)
  
 Lizzie Wilson, born 1891, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Dressmaker, 1911.[4] Church of Ireland, single & literate, 1911.[4] Living with parents, 1911.[4] In 1912 was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Ballyreagh, Co Tyrone (John C. Crossle collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1912, Bockets townland, Aghnahoe district, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
(b)
Minnie Wilson, born 1895, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Dressmaker, 1911.[4] Church of Ireland, single & literate, 1911.[4] Living with parents, 1911.[4] In 1912 was a signatory of the Ulster Covenant & Declaration at Ballyreagh, Co Tyrone (John C. Crossle collecting the signatures).[15] Resided 1912, Bockets townland, Aghnahoe district, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[15]
(c)
Agnes Wilson, born 1899, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Church of Ireland, single & literate, 1911.[4] Living with parents, 1911.[4]
(d)
child, alive 1911.[4]

iii.
William John Wilson,[5] probably born between 1840-1860. Died 4/8/1898, Bockets townland, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[5] "Administration of the estate of William John Wilson late of Bockets County Tyrone Farmer who died 4/8/1898 granted at Armagh to Eliza Wilson of Bockets Widow the Mother, 20/9/1898, effects valued at £5."[5] Farmer, 1898.[5] Probably did not marry (his mother was executor rather than his widow or a child).[5] Resided 1898, Bockets townland, Killeeshil parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[5]



Carnteel Parish, Co Tyrone

The genealogy of the Wilsons of Carnteel parish is rather jumbled - a large fraction of the references to Wilsons in the parish in the 1800s appear to have been transients - quite a few families arrived in the parish, only to move elsewhere after a few years. In the second half of the 19th Century several families also arrived from Aghaloo & Clogher parishes, effectively replacing the established Wilson families of the parish. I have not charted the newer arrivals since the purpose of this site is to research the Wilsons of Errigal Keerogue and those from neighbouring parishes who may be related. Note that no Wilsons were listed in the 1796 Flax List for Carnteel parish and no Wilsons were listed in the 1766 census for Aghalow (Aghaloo) and Carnteel parishes.


1. James Wilson,[29] born before 1800, possibly between 1760-1785. Was a witness, 1/8/1822, at the marriage of Thomas Brown & Margaret Cobain, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[29] Married unknown. Resided 1822, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[29]

Children of James Wilson:
*
 i.
  
 Charles Wilson,[9,28] probably born between 1790-1805. {May be a son or younger brother of James}




1.1. Charles Wilson,[9,28] probably born between 1790-1805. {From DOBs of children} Married Margaret Hadden,[6] 15/12/1825, Aughnacloy parish church, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[28] Both resided Aughnacloy at the time of the marriage, both previously unmarried.[28] Married by licence.[28] Resided 1825, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[29]

Children of Charles Wilson & Margaret Hadden:

i.
  
 Lucinda Wilson, born 1827, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6,28]

ii.
Andrew Wilson, born 1829, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6,28]

iii.
Eliza Jane Wilson, born 1830, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[28]

iv.
James Wilson,[6,9] probably born between 1825-1835. {From DOB of children & DOM of parents} In 1860 was leasing Block No.10a, Ravellea townland, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone from Robert Moore, comprising a house & land covering 4 acres 3 rood & 20 perches with an annual rateable valuation of £9 for the land and 15s for the house (total £9 15).[8] In 1860 was leasing Block No.19g, Tully townland, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone from Robert Moore, being land covering 1 rood & 20 perches with an annual rateable valuation of 10s.[8] In 1860 leased Block No.46, Mill Street, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, to William Palmer, a house with an annual rateable valuation of 15s.[8] In 1860 leased Block No.48, Mill Street, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, to Peter Magee, a house with an annual rateable valuation of 15s.[8] In 1860 leased Block No.51, Mill Street, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, to Mary Henry, a house with an annual rateable valuation of 15s.[8] In 1860 was the lessor of Blocks No.45,47,49 & 50, Mill Street, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Block No.45 being a dilapidated house & small garden with an annual rateable valuation of 10s, No.47 being a dilapidated house with an annual rateable valuation of 10s, Block No.49 being a dilapidated house & small garden with an annual rateable valuation of 5s & Block No.50 being a dilapidated house with an annual rateable valuation of 5s, all unoccupied.[8] Married Sarah Henderson,[6] 4/8/1854, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[9] Sarah d/o Thomas Henderson & James s/o Charles Wilson.[9] Resided 1860, Ravellea townland, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[8]
Children: (a)
  
 Rebecca Wilson, baptised 23/11/1856, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] Died infancy.
(b)
Rachel Wilson, baptised 7/12/1856, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
(c)
John Charles Wilson, baptised 20/6/1858, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
(d)
Robert Wilson, baptised 23/5/1860, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
(e)
Rebecca Wilson, baptised 23/1/1862, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] Died infancy.
(f)
James Wilson, baptised 26/4/1863, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
(g)
Mary Jane Wilson, baptised 9/4/1863, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
(h)
Sarah Wilson, born 15/9/1864, baptised 4/1/1864-1865, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]
(i)
Rebecca Wilson, born 22/7/1866, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6] {Possibly baptised 25/11/1866, although [6] has this listed as a birth}
(j)
William James Wilson, born 17/9/1869, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland,[6,9] baptised 1/3/1869-1870, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[6]

v.
William Wilson, born 1841, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4] Presbyterian, retired farm servant, illiterate & widower, 1911.[4] Married unknown, wife died before 1911.[4] Resided 1901, Ravellea townland, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[30] Resided 1911, Moore Street, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[4]

vi.
Rebecca Wilson,[8] born before 1840. {Presumed daughter or daughter-in-law, living in the same area as presumed brother, James, and James named 3 daughters Rebecca suggesting a close connection} In 1860 was owned Block No.44, Mill Street, Aughnacloy town, Carnteel parish, Co Tyrone, comprising a house & small garden, with an annual rateable valuation of £1 15s for the house.[8]



The following family group is included, as submitted by the author, Margaret Barnes..


1. Robert Wilson, born c.1785.[31] Robert Wilson of Mulnahorn listed in Griffiths Valuation 1850s: Robert (Bob) Wilson leased 20.2.15 acres (No. 40) at Mulnahorn from James Moore, Robert Wilson at Mulnahorn 16.3.15 acres (No. 45) from Mary Anne Moore and Robert (Bob) Wilson of Mulnahorn leased 2.0.35 acres of land at Drummond from William Cochrane.[31] The 1796 Flax Growers List has Joseph, Robert, Thomas & Widow Wilson in Aghaloo.[31] Married Mary Miller, c.1812.[31]

Children of Robert Wilson & Mary Miller:
*
 i.
  
 James Wilson, born 1814, Aughnacloy, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[31]

ii.
Hanna Wilson, born c.1820.[31] Died 22/1/1886, Mulnahorn, County Tyrone, Ireland.[31] "Hannah Wilson - widow of Mulnahorn, DOD 22.1.1886 DOGrant 9.3.1886, Letters of Administration - personal effects £24 to niece Mary Jane Mullin wife of James Mullin of Mulnahorn."[31] Married Robert Wilson, 23/12/1845, Aughnacloy Presbyterian Church, Aughnacloy, County Tyrone, Ireland.[31] "Robert Wilson full age bachelor Labourer of Mulnahorn Parish of Carnteel s/o George Wilson Labourer to Hanna Wilson of full age Spinster Labourer also of Mulnahorn d/o Robert Wilson in the presence of William Gordon Labourer & James Erskine."[31] Robert, s/o George, was a labourer.[31] No issue.[31]

iii.
Isabella Wilson, born 19/7/1827, Mulnahorn, County Tyrone, Ireland.[31] Died 1874, Clogher district, County Tyrone, Ireland.[31] Married Robert Verner, 25/5/1850, Aughnacloy Presbyterian Church, Aughnacloy, County Tyrone, Ireland.[31] Witnesses were John Simpson & W.J. Simpson.[31]
Robert, s/o Robert Sr, born c.1825.[31]
Children: (a)
  
 Mary Verner, born 1/1/1854, Lisinderry, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[31] Died 1894, Castlederg, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[31]
(b)
John Verner, born 3/10/1855, Corderry, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[31] Farmer.[31] Married Sarah Smyth, c.1884.[31] Sarah born 1857 & died 1902, Clogher district, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[31] Married 2nd Annie, 1903.[31] Annie born 1872.[31]
Children: (1)
  
 Robert Wilson Verner, born 1885, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[31]
(2)
William Henry Verner, born 1886, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[31]
(3)
John Herbert Verner, born 1889, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[31]
(4)
James Verner, born 1894, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[31]
(5)
Ernest Verner, born 1904, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[31]
(6)
Florance Verner, born 1907, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[31]
(7)
Norman Verner, born 1909, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[31]
(c)
Robert Verner, born 10/10/1857, Lisinderry, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[31]
(d)
Henry Verner, born 1/10/1859, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[31] Commercial Traveller (Tea), 1911.[31] Presbyterian.[31] Married Mary Agnes.[31] Mary born 1861, Co Down, Ireland.[31] Resided 1911, No.26 Marlborough Park (Windsor Ward, Antrim).[31]
Children: (1)
  
 Henry Wilson Verner, born 1888.[31]
(2)
Violet Verner, born 1891.[31]
(e)
Isabella Verner, born 27/11/1861, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[31]
(f)
Annie Verner, born 8/4/1865, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[31]
(g)
William James Verner, born 2/7/1867, Lisinderry, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[31]
(h)
Harriet Elizabeth Verner, born 4/12/1873, Lisinderry, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[31]




1.1. James Wilson, born 1814, Aughnacloy, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[31] Died 23/8/1870, Gerringong, NSW, Australia.[31] Farm Servant, 1846.[31] Farmer, 1846, 1848.[31] Episcopalian.[31] James served as an Alderman.[31] Married Mary Hamilton, 22/6/1838, Aughnacloy Presbyterian Church, Aughnacloy, County Tyrone, Ireland.[31] Marriage performed by Rev. John Henderson, Presbyterian Minister.[31] "I do hereby certify that I married James wilson son of Robert Wilson and Mary Millar alias Wilson of Mulnahorn, Parish of Aghaloo and Co. of Tyrone to Mary Hamilton daughter of Robert Hamilton and Hanna Matin alias Hamilton of Drummont Parishof Aghaloo and County of Tyrone 22 June 1838 - John Henderson Busby. Witnesses Ann Beatty of Mulnahorn Parish of Aghaloo County of Tyrone and William Reid of Glenara (Glendavagh possibly) Parish of Aghaloo County of Tyrone."[31] Mary, d/o Robert Hamilton & Mary Martin, born 1821 & died 1873, Gerringong, NSW, Australia.[31] Resided 1846, Jamberoo, NSW, Australia.[31] Resided 1848, Omega Retreat, NSW, Australia.[31] Resided 1873, Gerringong, NSW, Australia.[31]

Children of James Wilson & Mary Hamilton:

i.
  
 Robert Wilson, born 2/11/1840, Mulnahorne, Aughnacloy, Co Tyrone, Ireland.[31] Baptised by the Rev. William Starkey, Wesleyan Minister of Aughnacloy.[31] Died 5/1/1912, Gerringong, NSW, Australia.[31] Farmer, 1872, 1885.[31] Married Jane Muldoon, 8/2/1865, Gerringong, NSW, Australia.[31] Resided 1872, 1885, Foxground, NSW, Australia.[31]
Children: (a)
  
 Mary Anne Wilson, born 1866, Gerringong, NSW, Australia.[31]
(b)
John James Wilson, born 1867, Gerringong, NSW, Australia.[31] Died 1947.[31]
(c)
Robert Hamilton Wilson, born 1869, Foxground, NSW, Australia.[31]
(d)
Hannah Maria Wilson, born 1876, Foxground, NSW, Australia.[31] Died 1954.[31]
(e)
Josiah George Wilson, born 1878, Foxground, NSW, Australia.[31]
(f)
Martha Jane Wilson, born 1880, Foxground, NSW, Australia.[31]

ii.
James Wilson, born 13/12/1845, Springhill, Gerringong, NSW, Australia.[31] Baptised by the Rev. Cunningham Atcheson, Presbyterian Minister of Wollongong.[31] Died 30/10/1876, Gerringong, NSW, Australia.[31] Buried Gerringong Cemetery, NSW, Australia.[31] James and his younger brother, John, drowned together off Gerringong.[31] Store keeper, Church of England.[31] Married Eliza Clinton, 6/10/1869, Jerrawa Vale, Kiama, NSW, Australia.[31] Eliza, d/o Alexander & Elizabeth, born c.1845, Drumkerran, Co Fermanagh, Ireland & died 4/9/1914, Drummoyne, Sydney, NSW, Australia.[31]
Children: (a)
  
 James Hamilton Wilson, born 1870, Gerringong, NSW, Australia.[31] Died 1955.[31]
(b)
Joseph Alexander Wilson, born 1872, Gerringong, NSW, Australia.[31]
(c)
Annie Edith Mary Wilson, born 1874, Gerringong, NSW, Australia.[31]
(d)
Charles Wilson, born 1876, Gerringong, NSW, Australia.[31] Died 1876.[31]

iii.
Hannah Wilson, born 9/7/1848, Omega Retreat, Gerringong, NSW, Australia.[31] Baptised by the Rev. Cunningham Atcheson of Wollongong.[31] Died 15/8/1911.[31] Married Thomas Andrew Noble, 26/9/1877, Gerringong, NSW, Australia.[31]
Children: (a)
  
 John Percival James Noble, born 1878, Gerringong, NSW, Australia.[31]

iv.
Agnes Wilson, born 1850, Omega Retreat, Gerringong, NSW, Australia.[31]

v.
John Wilson, born 18/1/1852, Omega Retreat, Gerringong, NSW, Australia.[31] Baptised by the Rev. George Pickering Wesleyan Minister of Wollongong.[31] Died 10/1876, Gerringong, NSW, Australia.[31] John and his brother, James, drowned together off Gerringong.[31]

vi.
Ellen Wilson, born 1853, Omega Retreat, Gerringong, NSW, Australia.[31] Married Francis Spinks.[31]




[1] List of Persons to whom Premiums for growing Flax-seed in the Year 1796 have been adjudged by the Trustees of the Linen Manufacture. For the Parish of Arigle [Errigal Keerogue]. Transcribed by Loree Muldowney. Retrieved from <http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~cotyroneireland/Flax_seed_Premium_Errigle_Keerogue.htm>, October 2009 (page no longer online).
[2] Index to Tithe Applotment Books, Errigal Keerogue Parish - 1832-33, <http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~cotyroneireland/tithe/errigal_keerogue.html>.
[3] Extracts from "Ultserheart", Rev C. Brett Ingram, ISBN 0-9621544-0-7, All-Ireland Heritage Inc. Copy from Robert Irwin, 12/12/2007.
[4] 1911 Ireland Census, <http://www.census.nationalarchives.ie>.
[5] Online wills index, Public Records Office of Northern Ireland (PRONI), <http://www.proni.gov.uk/index/search_the_archives/will_calendars/wills_search.htm>.
[6] International Genealogical Index, Extract of Wilson entries in Co Tyrone, taken from http://familysearch.org.
[7] Census of Ireland, 1901, County Tyrone, Martray, Carnteel parish, <http://scottmcalpine.com/genealogy/ireland/1901census/carnteel/martray_1901.html>.
[8] Griffiths Valuation of Ireland, County Tyrone + Wilson, <http://www.askaboutireland.ie/griffith-valuation/>. See also <http://www.failteromhat.com/griffiths.php> for a summary index.
[9] British Isles Vital Records Index, 2nd Edition, LDS, 2001.
[10] "A Rental of the Anketell Estate, County Monaghan, 1784-1789", BO Neill, 1984, <http://www.jstor.org/stable/27695898>.
[11] List of Persons to whom Premiums for growing Flax-seed in the Year 1796 have been adjudged by the Trustees of the Linen Manufacture. For the County of Monaghan, <http://www.failteromhat.com/flax/monaghan.htm>.
[12] Index to Errigal Trough parish, Trough Barony, Clogher & Monaghan Unions, Co Monaghan, Griffiths Valuations & Tithe Applotment Books. Posted to Rootsweb Co Monaghan mail list, 31/7/2001, "Errigal Trough Civil Parish", <http://archiver.rootsweb.ancestry.com/th/read/irl-monaghan/2001-07/0996536608>.
[13] Griffiths Valuation of Ireland, County Monaghan + Wilson, <http://www.askaboutireland.ie/griffith-valuation/>. See also <http://www.failteromhat.com/griffiths/monaghan/errigaltrough.htm> for a summary index.
[14] BMD's of Co Tyrone People in North Monaghan, <http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~cotyroneireland/births/monaghan.html>.
[15] List of signatories of the Ulster Covenant/Declaration on 28/9/1912, Public Records Office of Northern Ireland, <http://www.proni.gov.uk/index/search_the_archives/ulster_covenant.htm>.
[16] "History of the Two Ulster Manors of Finagh, Co. Tyrone and Coole", <http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~cotyroneireland/estates/manorapdxm.html>.
[17] Tithe Applotments for the Parish of Termonmaguirk 1825, Townlands of Aughnagleagh, Ballintrain, Bancran, Brackey, Cavanreagh & Cloughfin, <http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~cotyroneireland/tithe/tithe_Termonmaguirk.html>.
[18] Belfast and Ulster Towns Directory for 1910: Sixmilecross, County Tyrone, <http://www.libraryireland.com/UlsterDirectory1910/Sixmilecross.php>.
[19] More Surnames of Co Tyrone: Dave Robbie, 5/4/2004, <http://resources.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~guestbook/cgi-bin/public_guestbook.cgi?gb=3664&action=view>.
[20] Belfast and Ulster Towns Directory for 1910: Beragh, County Tyrone, <http://www.libraryireland.com/UlsterDirectory1910/Beragh.php>.
[21] New Zealand Genealogy Forum: "Wilson,Charles 1873", David Robbie, 17/6/2000, <http://genforum.genealogy.com/newzealand/messages/1545.html>.
[22] Tithe Applotment Book Parish of Clogherny, 1826, <http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~cotyroneireland/tithe/tithe_clogherny.html>.
[23] List of Persons to whom Premiums for growing Flax-seed in the Year 1796 have been adjudged by the Trustees of the Linen Manufacture. For the County of Tyrone, <http://www.failteromhat.com/flax/tyrone.htm>.
[24] Clogher, County Tyrone From the Belfast and Ulster Towns Directory for 1910, <http://www.libraryireland.com/UlsterDirectory1910/Clogher.php>.
[25] Freeholder’s Register for Co Tyrone, Strabane Morning Post 19/5/1829 to 12/6/1832, <http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~cotyroneireland/newspaper/freeholderreg.html>.
[26] Gravestone Transcriptions, Glenhoy Presbyterian Church, <http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~cotyroneireland/churchrecord/glenhoy.html>.
[27] The Stevensons of Derrycaw, Tartaraghan, Co Armagh, <http://www.vyger.co.uk/derrycaw-tartaraghan.html>.
[28] Post to Genforum's Hadden Family Genealogy Forum, "Archibald Hadden m. Elizabeth Wilson, 1816 - Co. Tyrone, Ireland", Annie Crenshaw, 28/11/2006, citing Carnteel Parish Church of Ireland register, <http://www.genforum.familytreemaker.com/hadden/messages/1001.html>.
[29] Presbyterian Aughnacloy and Church of Ireland Carnteel Records Report, <http://cobainsurname.com/carnteelrecordsreport/carnteelrecordsreport.html>.
[30] 1901 Census - Heads of Household Index, Aughnacloy Town, <http://www.from-ireland.net/censabstracts/tyr/1901/aughnacloytown.htm>.
[31] Personal correspondence, Margaret Barnes, <barnesdm @ bigpond.net.au>, 21/9/2010, 21/9/2010.