Looking for Shaws to New Orleans Before 1834

Hi,

Thank you for your message.

It may be difficult to find information without a more specific place of origin in Antrim. Most Irish record sources- church records, land records, census records- are based on specific locations. Until you know a specific location within Ireland, preferably a parish or placename, it may be difficult to do anything more with these records.

I did find reference to two Shaws in the Flax Growers list. This was part of a government scheme to encourage the linen trade, free spinning wheels or looms were granted to individuals planting a certain area of land with flax. The lists of those entitled to the awards, covering almost 60,000 individuals, were published in 1796, and record only the names of the individuals and the civil parish in which they lived. Although there is no way of knowing if these Shaws are related to your Shaws it may give you a starting point for your search:

http://www.failteromhat.com/flax/antrim.htm

It may be an idea to contact the Ulster Historical Foundation for assistance, however a fee may apply. Here are their contact details:

Ulster Historical Foundation,

49 Malone Road,

Belfast,

BT9 6RY,

Northern Ireland.

Phone: +44(0) 28 9066 1988 Email: enquiry@uhf.org.uk

Remember to post any new information that you find heer, especially a place of origin. The more information you post, the more likely it is that one of our volunteers will be able to advise or assist you. Also include information concerning which sources you may have already used so others may further your search.

Kind regards,

Genealogy Support