My grandfather, Charles Edward Dougherty was partner to my grandmother and father of a son and a daughter - my mother. I never knew him. Family info says that he was born Ireland, probably Cork Co., about 1875. He left home very young and joined a circus; travelled with them to England and changed his surname to Mack. Before he met grandma ( who assisted him with his conjuring and magic show) he had married a girl in Liverpool but parted from her soon after. I believe that he and grandma lived in Wigan and Southport until she sent him on his way. I have found a likely Mack in the 1901 census b. Ireland c. 1874 , Res. Lancs, Occupation Ostler. He was last heard of in St. John's Rd., Ellesmere, Shropshire about 1952. It is believed that he died c. 1957 but we have not been able to find the death in 1837online anywhere around that time. My sons and I are very keen to learn more of this man and his background. I know it is a long shot but I would appreciate any help in my quest as I just don't know where to start with the little info I have. Regards to all, Rita in West OZ