According to the Darlingford II history book, Maurice (spelled Morris) settled in Pontiac, Michigan. His marriage in Michigan records his name as Maurice.

It is Morris in the 1871 census for Hullett, Ontario.

He is listed as a boarder in the 1900 census for Pontiac, Ward 5, and as widowed. He and 4 other people are boarding with the George Gilber family (also originally from Canada).

His occupation during his 2nd marriage is listed as blacksmith.