Annus horribilis, a horrible year, when everything that could go wrong does and then it when you think it can’t get any worse, it does. The only saving grace it normally does not last more than a year. We all have had them and if you don't know what I am talking about, count your blessings.
I came across some articles that by themselves are not great – but when you add them all together I think you will agree this Palin family had an annus horribilis.
Some believe the Palin name originated in Wales, and some believe it was from Normandy. What we are sure of is that more than four hundred years ago, our ancestors lived in Cheshire. Many of our branches have moved throughout the United Kingdom and some have emigrated to Canada, United States, Africa and Australia. Join us, as we explore the lives of our ancestors and how they were part of this wonderful tapestry of the Palin Family Tree!
Thursday 31 August 2017
Tuesday 22 August 2017
AGRICULTURAL MEDALS
I have written about my great great Grandfather, William Palin, and about his being an esteemed farmer, but never in detail. Today I want to expand on some of the prizes that he has won at Agricultural shows. It is amazing to find newspaper articles that list every prize that was awarded at the shows.
I would not have been able to do this with out the help of cousin, Elizabeth, who painstakingly went over each medal and transcribed the writing on each. Thank you Elizabeth!
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