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Originally Posted by Bob Dobson

In 1870s a family headed by James Cunliffe lived in Burnley Rd. he died in his 30s. His mother in law and a daughter were called Lydia. Anyone know anything about the family? They may have been linked to Henry, James & Robert who were cotton manufacturers, Robert was a noted musician/orchstra leader.

There were 20 families with the name Cunliffe living in Acc in 1851.
The one that fits the bill was Henry Cunliffe of Abbey St, Cotton Mnfct, employs 52 men & 101 women, he had a son called James about the right age.
The Robert Cunliffe of orchestral fame, was of a later generation.
They used to practice in the Hargreaves St School when I was a lad.

Try St James burial records.

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