Thanks again Elaine. I 'was thinking about trying siblings next, there are none on her mothers side as far as I know. What do you mean about the 1939 index? I don't know what that is.
Best wishes,
Janet

Hi Janet,

The 1939 Index was a (census) prior to the 2nd WW.

From this they were able to see who was in England and use it to issue ration books etc. I believe they also used this index when the National Heath Services were started in 1948.

Saying that the only access is with FindMyPast.....

Dont forget to use the updated GRO index or FreeBMD for siblings.

As your family were Catholics I would start with the Diocese of Sheffield
and see what information they can give you. Then if they can't offer any suggestions next step Sheffield Archives. Send both an e-mail before you go to
Manchester Archives which will probably NOT have Sheffield information.

Though Daves suggestion of Fulwood Homes which opened 1905 is good I still feel back in the 1920's- 30's they (diocese) would would have wanted separate children's homes for Catholics. I could be totally wrong on this. Scotland St is about two streets away from where St Vincent's was.

Hope this of help to you.

Elaine in Ottawa.

Just to add.
The Diocese of Sheffield (Hallam) is a fairly recent formation and came under Leeds prior to 1980.

Have a look at this.
http://hallam-diocese.com/about-doh/

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