I am seeking information on a Samuel Campbell and his family. According to the
1880 census, Samuel's family consisted of the following, living in Lancaster,
PA:
Samuel Campbell, 45, Laborer, Born in Ireland
Delia, 34, Keeping house, Born in Pennsylvania
John G., 11, Works in tobacco warehouse, PA
Fannie, 9, PA
Samuel, 8, PA
Willie C., 4, PA
Katie J., 2, PA
Sara Schofield, 46, Washing, Ireland
(Notice an eleven year old working in a tobacco warehouse)
At least one more member of the family can be added:
Anthony Nevin, born 23 January 1883. I am particularly interested in "Uncle
Nev", as he was a boxer in south central/eastern PA, boxing out of Lancaster and
Philadelphia. Interestingly he was also a poet. Family stories mention his
going to California in an attempt to have one of his children's poems turned
into a movie. I believe "Nev" died in Los Angeles 22 February 1963.
Can anyone offer additional information on Samuel and his family, especially
"Uncle Nev"?
Any help and/or suggestions will be MOST appreciated. Thank you!
Carl Sachs