May 1835: Directory of Alfreton, with the hamlet of Swanwick, the chapelry of Riddings, Shirland with Higham and Neighbourhoods. Dress Makers: Lucy Dobbs, Alfreton
27 October 1866: The Register of Electors to Vote in the Choice of a Member or Members to Serve in Parliament, for the City of Gloucester, for 1866-7. Occupiers of houses in St Catherine’s parish: James Dobbs, for a house in Park Street. Occupiers of houses in South Hamlet: James Dobbs, for a house in Sudbrook.
4 October 1963: Kathleen Dobbs, Soprano, Royal Opera House Covent Garden