TORRINGTON, James (1815-1907), son of John Torrington & Mary Wilson I am searching for information concerning James TORRINGTON, b. Sept. 1815, in Hollywood, Co. Down, Ireland; the son of John Torrington & Mary Wilson. There were 6 known children: Elizabeth, Nancy, William, James (b. 1815), Margaret (b. about 1816), and John (b. 1817). Not much is known about the early life of James, but it is said that he was educated for the Presbyterian Ministry by the Reverend Wiley, and the Torrington family were linen weavers. However, in 1832, James Torrington left Belfast on the brigantine "The General Phipps" for America. Two years later, in 1834, siblings John and Margaret also left Belfast for Maryland, this time on the passenger ship, "Edwin." James settled in Baltimore County, Maryland; living there the rest of his life. He apparently was very well educated for he spent upwards of 40 years teaching, and is said to have been instrumental in developing the public schools in Baltimore. John Torrington became a baker in the City of Baltimore. Margaret Torrington married a Robert McWilliams, also from County Down. I am new to researching my history in Ireland. I would like to find out more about the life of James, John, and Margaret; as well as discover what happened to the siblings who remained in Ireland. Does anyone have any suggestions? I would be grateful for any help. Buffie Smith-Mason Kansas