Evan Morris (1861)

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Born 1861 in Llanbedr

Company Permanent Way foreman, responsible for the length between Portmadoc and 1 mile east of Penrhyn (4 3/4 miles).

Gave evidence on the accident of 28th August 1896 and was blamed for its cause. At the time he had been employed by the company for approximately 5 years, and for the last 6 months as PW foreman. Thought to be still employed by FR Co in 1911.

Census Entry for 1901[edit]

An entry has been found for this person at Pool Street, Penrhyn
where the year of birth is recorded as: 1859/61 in Llanbedr
The occupation given is: PW Foreman
and the FR/WHR connection is verified


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