1850

The Sheffield Independent published on Saturday the 4th of May, 1850, carried the following notice:

Deaths.

"JONES - May 3, at Broom Grove House, Mary, the beloved wife of Mr. Jones, mercer, &c. After having spent a life of great activity and usefulness, her surviving relatives and friends are consoled with the delightful assurance, that through the merits of her Redeemer, she has entered the heavenly rest."

1851

The 1851 census shows that on the night of Sunday the 30th of March, 1851, census day, the owner of Broomgrove Lodge was still John Jones (63), his unmarried daughter - Mary Ann (39), and domestic servants Agnes Briggs (28), Fanney Weston (26) and Janes? Hopkinson (18) were also in residence.

Also ...

No. 9 Broomgrove Road (Broomgrove Cottage) is now the home of Peter Frith, a Sheffield born optician, his wife - Frances Mary, sons Walter and George as well as daughters Mary and Fanny Blanch. There are also two domestic servants in residence.
No. 11 Broomgrove Road (Broomgrove House) is still the home of the Samuel Parker and his family. Samuel's wife Mary and daughter Jane occupy the house with three domestic staff.

Sheffield Bowling Green, Broomgrove Road opens 1/5/1851 (Sheffield Independent 3/5/1851)

John Jones (64) d.15/12/1851

The Sheffield Independent published on Saturday the 20th of December, 1851, carried the following articles:

"DEATH OF JOHN JONES, ESQ. - The sudden death on MONDAY, of Mr. Jones, has been a great shock to the religious community of which he had long been an exemplary and active member, as well as to the large circle in which he was well known and esteemed. During last summer, Mr. Jones consulted Mr. Edmund Smith, of Norfolk street, one of the most eminent homoeopathic practitioners in the country, and at that time Mr. Smith warned him that he was suffering from a disease of the heart. It appears, that on Monday, Mr. Jones was at his shop, in the Market place, and after writing a letter, about three in the afternoon, felt so ill, that he was but just able to go into the next room, where he sank upon a sofa. Mr. Radley, the chemist, was called in, and administered some simulants. About half-past three, Mr. Smith arrived. Mr. Jones was then seated in a chair. Mr. Smith found that the right lower limb was paralysed, and recommended the removal of Mr. Jones to his house. Before this was done, Mr. J. Jones, Jun., introduced Dr. Kidley, who, after a careful examination of the symptoms, finding Mr. Jones in the care of his ordinary medical attendant, did not interfere, though he concurred with Mr. Smith in the opinion that the system had received a great shock, and that the object must be to arouse and support the vital powers. Mr. Jones bore the removal home well, and was put to bed, but the stroke of death was visible in his countenance, though his intellect continued perfectly calm and clear. External and internal stimulants were administered, suitable to check an attack of diarrhoea, which was one of the symptoms. This was accomplished, and the bowels remained in a quiet state from nine o'clock till twelve. In the course of the evening, however, Mr. Smith mentioned to the family his apprehension that internal bleeding was going on from one of the vessels of the heart, or of the spine. About twelve o'clock, another disturbance of the bowels took place. The pulse was then very slow and feeble, and the face, which had been cold and sunk, was still more so. Mr. Jones at this time spoke a few words as to the dangerous nature of the attack, but expressed his resignation, and conviction that all had been done for the best. A moment later, a deep inspiration, the cessation of the pulse, and two or three sobs, announced the termination of the struggle. The same night, Mr. Smith informed Dr. Kindley of the result, and requested that he would apply to Mr. Wm. Jackson, the senior medical practitioner in Sheffield, to make a post mortem examination of the body. This was done on the following day, by Messrs. Jackson and Son, in the presence of Dr. Kindlry and Mr. Smith. the cause of death was most distinctly traced to aneurism of the aorta, at a point remarkably near the heart. The disease was of long standing. The elastic coat of the artery had been absorbed, and there remained only the membranous sheath. This had at length given way, and the pericardium of the heart was found to be full of blood. The surprise of the medical gentlemen, when the state of things was disclosed, was not at the fatal result, but that Mr. Jones should have lived at all after the attack. The following is the conjecture by which it is accounted for :- The accelerated flow of blood, caused by some mental emotion, produced a very small rupture of the diseased blood vessel, and hence the first attack. But an interval of quietness may have allowed a coagulation of blood to have been formed over the rupture, and so retarded the bleeding. The disturbance of the bowels from time to time, would increase the evil. When the last disturbance took place, it is supposed to have extended the rupture, (which was found to be an inch in length) and a sudden rush of blood into the pericardium then proved immediately fatal. The friends of the deceased derive the melancholy satisfaction of knowing that no human help could have been of any avail."

Deaths.

"JONES - On the 15th inst., Mr. John Jones, aged 64. He was attacked by disease of the heart about three o'clock on Monday afternoon, while in his counting-house, in the Market place, and was removed to his residence, at Broomgrove, where he expired between eleven and twelve the same night. Mr. Jones has long possessed the esteem and respect of his fellow townsmen as a man of great public spirit and unimpeachable integrity. To a large circle of friends he was endeared by the warmth of his affection and the openness of his manners. He was one of the original projectors of the Wesley College, took an active part in it's erection, and has held the office of treasurer since its commencement. Beyond the limit of his own family the loss of Mr. Jones will be most deeply felt and deplored by the Methodist church in this town, of which he has been for many years one of the principal members and officers, taking deep interest in its prosperity, and cheerfully devoting much of his time and money in the management and support of its various institutions."

1852

The Sheffield Independent publication of Saturday the 7th of February, 1852 carried the advertisement:

"TO BE SOLD, a Substantial and Convenient FAMILY MANSION, with extensive PLEASURE GROUNDS, situated at Broomgrove. Apply to Mr. Jones, 63, Market-place."

On Saturday, the 20th of March 1852, the Sheffield Independent carried the following advertisement:

"JOHN JONES and SON, SILK MERCERS, LINEN and WOOLLEN DRAPERS, GENERAL FURNISHING WAREHOUSE, 63, MARKET PLACE, (opposite Post Office.)
J. JONES begs to announce to the Inhabitants of Sheffield and its Vicinity, that in consequence of the lamented death of his Father, it is his intention to DISPOSE OF, at very REDUCED PRICES, a considerable part of the LARGE and VALUABLE STOCK. The whole of the Goods are being examined in every department of the Business, and will be offered at such low Prices as cannot fail to give satisfaction. The Stock is now on Sale for a limited period.
Parties furnishing will find this a good opportunity to purchase Carpets, Floor Cloths, Room Papers, Feathers, India and Cocoa Mattings, &c., from a very extensive variety.- March 10, 1852."

The Sheffield Independent published on Saturday the 17th of April, 1852 carried the following:

"TO BE SOLD, the Beautiful Modern MANSION, situated at BROOM GROVE, the Residence of the late Mr. Jones. The Premises are in first-rate condition, and replete with every Convenience for a highly respectable Family. The Pleasure Grounds are rather extensive and laid out with great taste. - Application to be made to Mr. JONES, Market place, Sheffield."

The 15th of May, 1852 publication of the Sheffield Independent carried the following advertisement:

''IMPORTANT TO CAPITALISTS & OTHERS
      That truly Elegant and Substantial FAMILY MANSION called BROOM GROVE, to be PEREMPTORILY SOLD and IMMEDIATE POSSESSION GIVEN, if required.
      GEORGE and WM. H . EADON are instructed by the Executors of the late John Jones, Esq., to submit to PUBLIC COMPETITION for POSITIVE SALE, on WEDNESDAY the 19th day of May, 1852, at the Mart, Fargate, Sheffield, at Four o'Clock in the Afternoon, subject to Conditions to be then produced,-
      All that MODERN, and EXPENSIVELY STONE BUILT MANSION, with STABLE, CARRIAGE HOUSE, OUT BUILDINGS and other Appurtenances belonging thereto, delightfully situate at BROOM GROVE, near Sheffield, in the County of York, and formerly the Residence of John Jones, Esq., Deceased.
      The Mansion, which is of the most substantial kind, was erected of the best Dressed Stone, regardless of Expense, by the late Mr. Jones, for his own occupation, and is replete with every necessary Fixture and Fitting that good taste could conceive or comfort require, and contains spacious Entrance Hall, inlaid with Terra Cotta Stone; Staircases and Landings, with richly ornamented Bannisters and Railing; large DINING, DRAWING and BREAKFAST ROOMS, replete with elegant Marble Mantles, elaborate Stoves, and Fittings; two large Kitchens, Mangle Room, excellent Airy Keeping and Wine Cellars, Butler's and Store Pantries, &c., &c.; Seven LODGING ROOMS, four of which are of an exceedingly noble character, fitted with Closets and Conveniences of all kinds, Marble Mantles, &c. An elegantly-fitted BATH ROOM, with MARBLE HOT and COLD WATER BATHS, Shower do., Water Closet, &c., &c. There is a never-failing supply of Hard and Soft Water.
      The Condition of the House is Perfect, and not requiring the smallest outlay, and ready for the occupation of the party requiring it.
      The OUTBUILDINGS comprise commodious CARRIAGE HOUSE, TOOL HOUSE, STABLES and necessary Conveniences, all Built in the best style and on the most approved plan.
      The Ground Plot comprises of an area of Two Acres, or thereabouts, and is laid out by Mr. MARNOCK, late Curator of the Sheffield Botanical Gardens, in his most happy and tasteful style, and is Planted with the rarest Shrubs and choice Evergreens. There are also placed at intervals, a Rockery, Summer Houses, Ornamental Mounds, and Terraces, which formed together a coup d'œil which might vie with the Lawns and Ornamental Grounds of some of the Nobility, and the Views from the same are delightful and extensive. The whole of the Walks in the Grounds are Asphalted.
      There is also an excellent KITCHEN GARDEN and VINERY, in thriving condition.
      As an Investment, the above might be looked upon in a favourable light, there being ample room for the erection of one or two Ornamental Villa Residences; and the situation being in the most Fashionable and Salubrious of the West End Suburbs of Sheffield, and within a Mile of the Town, would always ensure good and highly respectable Tenants and the present mansion for occupation is an opportunity that has not been offered for may years, and one that Families requiring a good Residence, at a moderate cost, would be well not to overlook.
      The PLOT is held under a Lease for a long Term of Years, at a moderate Ground Rent.
      Further Particulars may be had on an application to the AUCTIONEERS; or to Messrs. BRANSON & SON, Solicitors, Sheffield.
      May be viewed by Permission only, to be had on application to the AUTIONEERS.''

The Sheffield Independent published on Saturday the 29th of May, 1852 carried the following notice:

"EXTENSIVE SALE OF SUPERIOR-MADE FURNITURE and EFFECTS, WINES, PLATE, LINEN, CARPETS, ELEGANT SUITES OF WINDOW DRAPERY, Removed from Broomgrove to prevent any injury that might happen to the Ground.
GEORGE and WM. H. EADON are instructed by the Executors of the late John Jones, Esq., to SELL BY AUCTION, at the Mart, Fargate, on THURSDAY and FRIDAY Next, the 3rd and 4th days of June, at Ten o’Clock in the Forenoon of each day, a large portion of the valuable EFFECTS, comprising six lofty FOUR-POST and FRENCH BEDSTEADS and Hangings, Chests of Mahogany and Painted Drawers, elegant Mahogany Wash and Dressing Table, LIVE GOOSE FEATHER BEDS, Bed-Room Chairs, four sofas, Couches, in Damask and Seating ; Barometers, excellent SIDEBOARD, Easy Chairs, SEMI-GRAND PIANO-FORTE, MUSIC STOOL and CANTERBURY, Dining and Drawing Room Chairs, RICH CARPETS and RUGS, seven valuable OIL PAINTINGS, elegant ROSEWOOD DAVENPORT, CHEVAL and DRESSING GLASSES, Chimney ditto, RICHLY-CUT GLASS, PLATE, and CHINA, a few Engravings, DINING, LOO and CARD TABLES ; Trays, elegant Ornaments, Timepieces, &c., Stair Carpets, Hall Chairs, Hat Stand ;
TWELVE SUITES of ELEGANT DINING, DRAWING-ROOM, and BED-ROOM WINDOW HANGINGS ;
GILT and other CORNICES; Garden Tools, Ditto Chairs, valuable Flowering Shrubs and Plants, Roman Ornaments, Floor Cloths, FENDERS, FIRE IRONS, and ASH PANS, Kitchen Requisites; also
18 Dozens of PORT and SHERRY WINES, of fine quality; and a great variety of other useful and valuable Effects.”

The premises of J. Jones and Son, Market Place, Sheffield

Title: J. Jones and Son, 63, Market Place Image reproduced with the kind permission of Picture Sheffield. Image reference: s10501 — Title: **J. Jones and Son, 63, Market Place**
Image reproduced with the kind permission of **Picture Sheffield**. Image reference: **s10501**

Title: High Street / Market Place, Ebenezer Elliott Statue in foreground, premises on left include No 72 J. Jones and Son, General Furnishers (also owned No 63, General Drapers, right) Date: 1865 Image reproduced with the kind permission of Picture … — Title: **High Street / Market Place, Ebenezer Elliott Statue in foreground, premises on left include No 72 J. Jones and Son, General Furnishers (also owned No 63, General Drapers, right)**
Date: **1865**
Image reproduced with the kind permission of **Picture Sheffield**. Image reference: **s17229**

(Sometime between 1852 and 1855 the Bingham's (Edward, Emma, Elizabeth H & Charles H) move a short distance from Claremont Place [1851 Census and White's Gazetteer & General Directory of Sheffield - 1852] to Broomgrove Lodge)

The Bingham Family - An Introduction

Edward bingham

- born: 9th December 1808 in Sheffield
- occupation: Wholesale Grocer
- parents: John and Elizabeth Bingham
- baptised: 6th January 1809 at Cathedral Church of St. Peter, Sheffield
- residences: Broomhill, Sheffield (1841 - census)
Claremont Place, Sheffield (1851- census)
- married: Emma Dyson on 9th March 1835 in Tinsley, Sheffield
- children: Emma Mary - c1837, John Edward - 1839, Elizabeth Hedgeland - c1845, Charles Henry - 1848

emma bingham (nee dyson)

- born: c1815 in Tinsley, Sheffield
- parents: Arthur and Mary Dyson (Arthur - Land Surveyor)
- baptised: 11th September 1814 at Tinsley, Sheffield
- residences: Broomhill, Sheffield (1841 - census)

emma MARY bingham

- born: 15th August 1836 in xxxxx, xxxxxxxx
- baptised: 23rd June 1837 at Tinsley, Sheffield
- residences: Broomhill, Sheffield (1841 - census)
[Pupil] Powick, Worcestershire (1851 - census)

john EDWARD bingham

- born: 27th July 1839 in Tideswell, Derbyshire
- residences: Broomhill, Sheffield (1841 - census)
[Visiting] Ombersley, Worcestershire (1851 - census)

elizabeth hEDGELAND bingham

- born: xx July 1844 in Ecclesall Bierlow, Sheffield
- residences: Claremont Place, Sheffield (1851 - census)

charles henry bingham

- born: 28th May 1848 in Ecclesall, Sheffield
- residences: Claremont Place, Sheffield (1851 - census)

1853

It's over 15 years since I opened my doors to my first family, the Jones'. The landscape around me is changing every day, and new families are appearing around me. I wonder what the future has for both me and my families...

The Ordnance Survey map of 1853 (surveyed in 1851) is the first true record we have of the layout of Broomgrove Road in the 19th century. The map shows the road identified as "Broom Grove Road". On the East side of the road, Broomgrove Lodge, it's ancillary buildings and gardens are clearly shown - although no name is given to the property. To the North of the house are Broom Grove House, Broom Grove Cottage and Broom Lea. To the South, another un-named building is shown. The properties on the West side of the road consist of a single property opposite Broom Grove Lodge, again un-named, a lane, five more properties, another lane and then another single property.

OS Map of Extent of Broomgrove Lodge - 1853

Reproduced with the permission of the National Library of Scotland

OS Map of Broomgrove Road and Surrounding Areas - 1853

Reproduced with the permission of the National Library of Scotland

1855

An article in The Sheffield and Rotherham Independent published on 20th of January 1855 states:

"SHEFFIELD GENERAL INFIRMARY

Edward Bingham, Broomgrove - £10"

The Sheffield Independent publication of Saturday, 14th July, 1855 carried the report:

"ROTHERHAM MIDSUMMER SESSIONS

THE SWINDLING CASE. - WILLIAM ASHTON, 42, was indicted separately, for obtaining by false pretences, in May last, a quantity of furniture from Mr. George Gillott, of Snighill, Sheffield ; a fender and table from John Hattersley, of Campo lane ; and 24lbs. of coffee, &c., from Mr. Edward Bingham, wholesale grocer, Dixon lane."

The Sheffield Trade Directory of 1855 listed Edward Bingham as:

"BINGHAM. Edward
Address: Broomgrove Road, Ecclesall"