SIR - I am researching my family tree and would like to gather any information about Violet Mary Charles Mills (nee Longman). She was born on October 3, 1910 in Thornbury.

She married Frederick Charles Mills on February 17 1929 in Bristol and had at least two children.

Patricia Mills, who was born February 2 1931 but died a year later. Her son Michael John Mills, was born December 9 1934. He was given up for adoption.

She resided at 76 Kingsdown Parade, Bristol, at one time and was once a waitress.

Did anyone know Violet or know where I can get further information?

I would also like to ask if anyone has any old photographs of any Longmans. The family have been in Thornbury for nearly three centuries and pictures of them seem to be scarce. Any information would be gratefully received.

Daniel Longman 16 Milton Road East Birkenhead Wirral Merseyside CH42 0NJ D1longman@aol.com