I have fond memories of my Grandad, Alfred Knowles. He was a dapper, neat and tidy man with a twinkle in his eye. He loved to play the piano, although he had music he clearly played from ear, and was always happy when the family joined in with their voices or violins. I can still… Continue reading Struggle and Strife – Alfred Knowles in 1921
Category: Barker Family
Who was Robert Barker? In 2016 I found some evidence to support a theory I had long held. Sometimes a search can go up many blind alleys but then you get an unexpected breakthrough. This post is about how I found the answer to the question – who was Robert Barker? My great grandmother, Annie… Continue reading