Life History

Notes

• Bastardy Bond issued lists all three childrens dates of birth, that William Osborne, a blacksmith from Pulborough, was the father and that the children were born at his house.  William was ordered to pay 2 shiilings a week for each child to the churchwardens of the parish while the children were under their protection, Frances had to contribute sixpence for each child.1

Sources

• 1. Michael Osborne, Recipient: Pete Osborne
• 2. IGI