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Ferguson Family from Campbeltown

PostPosted: Tue Jan 10, 2017 3:31 am
by lfogo5
I am descended from William Ferguson born in Campbeltown in 1841 born to Hugh and Janet Ferguson. He migrated to Canada and then to the US in Missouri, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, and Iowa. I am wondering if there are any Ferguson descendants from my family line still residing in Campbeltown. I believe William had 3 brothers James, John, and Hugh one of which may have traveled to Canada with William. He may have also had a sister I do not have her name. I am planning on visiting in May 2017 and would like to meet with any Fergusons from my line who may still reside there. I was also advised to contact Angus Martin who may be able to assist. If anyone is able to provide contact information such as an email address I would greatly appreciate your help. Regards, Lori Fogarty

Re: Ferguson Family from Campbeltown

PostPosted: Fri Feb 10, 2017 4:28 pm
by Iain
Hi Lori…, a belated welcome to The Kintyre Forum.

Well, it doesn’t look as if you’re having much luck in connecting with your family.
Please may I suggest trying RootsChat.

This is an extremely interesting Forum and it has a specialist section in relation to Argyllshire.
http://www.rootschat.com/forum/argyllshire/

If that doesn’t work, their ‘Common Room’ may have Campbeltonians elsewhere in the UK and they be able to help you.
Make sure to use the title ‘William Ferguson – Campbeltown’ to draw attention to your inquiry.

Good luck. :wink:
Yours Aye…, Iain.

Re: Ferguson Family from Campbeltown

PostPosted: Mon Feb 13, 2017 10:27 pm
by MaryM
Lori, I am descended from Janet b1803's brother Hugh b13 Feb 1848.

I have information on the family of Hugh Ferguson and Janet Ferguson.
James b20 Nov 1833 is reputed to have gone to Australia and was never heard of again.
Ann/Agnes b17 Jul 1835 m.Feb 1866 in Glasgow Neil Hunter and died in Glasgow 12 Feb 1926.
Hugh b10 May 1837 d 23 Feb 1871 was an Ironmonger.
William died infancy.
William b17 Nov 1841 d25 Sep 1908 Leando, Iowa
John bc1844/45 d6 Oct 1885 in Glasgow was a Marine Insurance Broker.

William was the only son to have children as far as I'm aware. Are you descended from him?

I have more information and am happy to share. Please pm me.

Re: Ferguson Family from Campbeltown

PostPosted: Tue Feb 14, 2017 6:13 am
by Iain
MaryM wrote:Lori, I am descended from Janet b1803's brother Hugh b13 Feb 1848.

I have information on the family of Hugh Ferguson and Janet Ferguson.
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