Frederick William French; son of William French, moved to 74 Searle Street with his wife Abigail on his return to England, following a period in America. By 1885 they were in business as a ‘Baker and Corn Merchant’ at 74 Searle Street, where they lived with their 9 children. Frederick took advantage of his connection to the Mill by working in a related trade. He was likely to have been able to buy flour and grain at favourable prices.His shop was one of many serving this small neighbourhood, including a Grocer’s Shop across the road at Number 57, later home to the Dorban Family.