I know this is 7 years ago now, but I'm hoping you still have the same e-mail address.
My great-grandfather was the older brother of your grandfather Patrick. My g-grandfather was John William. In the 1901 Census John William was married and living in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, having moved there after the lead mining industry all but dried up in
Alston.
I do have some interesting bits of paperwork that you would probably like to see. Please contact me, if you receive this message.
Regards
Christine