I have traced my Orr connections back to farming in Welshestown/ Russels Quarter North from 1789 onwards. I have leases for Mathew Orr dated 1789 and his sons William and Thomas who died in 1858 and 1851 respectively. This family is buried in Ballyculter, but they are closer to Saul church.
Later marriages are with the Torneys, which are also from this area.
I am interested in connecting with anyone who is researching Orrs in the Downpatrick, Saul, Ballyculter or Strangford area.
Their are other Orr families in Carrowcarlin and Kilclief areas. I have the lease agreement for James Orr in Carrowcarlin which states he is 65 years old in 1790. Because this townland is just next door to Welshestown/Walshestown, I am wondering if they are connected.
Brenda
BorrberwBob
Monday 27th May 2013, 01:28PMMessage Board Replies
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Hi Brenda,
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cynoconnor
Wednesday 29th May 2013, 11:59AM