Ralph Ainscough was born around 1897 in Pemberton and was the son of Solomon Ainscough (1867) and Mary Beardsmore. In 1901 he was aged 4 and was living at 141 Enfield Street, Pemberton. In 1911 he was living at 290 Warrington Road, Pemberton, and working as a pony driver.

Sources
• 1. 1901 Census. 141 Enfield Street, Pemberton. Ralph Amscough [sic]. Son. Age 4. Born Pemberton. • 2. 1911 Census. 290 Warrington Road, Pemberton. Ralph Ainscough. Son. Age 14. Pony Driver. Born Pemberton.