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I was wondering if he was trying to break his engagement! There are a few sentences on Joseph on page 81 of "Breach of Promise to Marry: A History of How Jilted Brides Settled Scores" (2014) by Denise Bates. He disposes of the wine and spirits business in 1870 because he is "going abroad" (not sure where). See p. 4, Southport Independent and Ormskirk Chronicle, 28 May 1870 edition:

We were saddened to hear about Brian. He was a true gentleman and a lovely person, knowledgeable, inspirational and always helpful. He will be greatly missed by everyone but never forgotten.

Last night, our 40th Anniversary Dinner took place and we remembered Brian with a toast and a minute's silence.

Sending our sincere sympathy, prayers and love to Annemarie - Sue and Jim

Have you looked for newspaper or directory entries for Joseph Joplin - he may have been advertising Hungarian wines...?

I'm so sorry to hear of Brian's sudden passing.

With best wishes and sympathy to his family.

I am very sorry to hear the news about Brian- I first met him over 40 years ago and always found him so helpful and interesting to talk to - I called him"Mr Weston" as his Local and Family History knowledge of the area was second to none !

I hope tomorrow at the Anniversary Dinner a toast will be made in his name.

With best wishes and sympathy to his family.......

I'm so sorry to hear of Brian's sudden passing.

He was very helpful to me and I value his three handwritten letters and all the research he did on my behalf.