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Glasgow Subway Construction, 1892

In March 1892, during Glasgow Subway construction, workers unearthed a large underground cavity containing a fossilized canoe, indicating its connection to an ancient floodplain by the River Kelvin. The site also revealed encrinities, intriguing geologists, as these fossils were previously…
James Kelly 1865 – 1932

James Kelly (1865-1932) was a prominent Scottish footballer, renowned as Celtic's first captain and pivotal in establishing the club's legacy. He played for Renton and Scotland, winning the Scottish Cup multiple times. Post-retirement, he became a Celtic director, with his…
Exploring Bothwell Castle on the Clyde: Thomas Allom’s Illustrations

An intriguing post on the Lost Houses of the Clyde Valley page features an illustration of Bothwell Castle created by architect and illustrator Thomas Allom. The engravings are part of the Lost Houses collection, highlighting Allom's contributions to architecture and…
The Art of Violin Making, 1892

In April 1892, a pamphlet titled "The Art of Violin Making" was published in High Blantyre by local violin enthusiast Walter Watt. It detailed the technical aspects of violin construction and was promoted in local newspapers. At the same time,…
Lanarkshire Evening Guide, 1892

In April 1892, the "Lanarkshire Evening Guide" was launched in Hamilton and distributed to Blantyre, marking a new addition to the local press. However, it was among several short-lived evening papers in late 19th century Scotland, unable to compete with…
The Abandoned Railway Station Plans in Blantyre

In April 1892, the Hamilton Herald newspaper told of new plans in Blantyre for a brand new railway station to be laid out. A third railway station for Blantyre, situated to the north of High Blantyre Station was to be…
The Falls of Clyde – Powering Scotland’s Industrial Future

Long before hydro-electric dams and modern industry, the Falls of Clyde at New Lanark helped power one of Scotland’s most important industrial communities. In the late 1700s, the fast-flowing river drove the great cotton mills that transformed New Lanark into…
The Battle of Bothwell Brig – Covenanters Defeated on the Clyde

On 22 June 1679, the fields beside Bothwell Bridge became the scene of one of Scotland’s most important religious battles. Thousands of Covenanters gathered to resist royal control over the Scottish Church—but they were poorly organised and divided in leadership.…
New Station Road, 1892

In April 1892, surveyors began measuring for a new road in Blantyre, named New Station Road, to connect Blantyre Station to Glasgow Road. This road, aimed at easing pedestrian travel in a growing area, was renamed John Street following John…
Rowdy Conduct against Church Goers, 1892

A letter sent into the Hamilton Advertiser in May 1892. “Sir,— Tired of reading on Sunday afternoon last, I, at the advice of my landlady, prepared to go to worship. On the way, a ludicrous scene almost made me forget…
Hackneys in Scotland, 1892

In 1892, Hackney horses gained popularity in Scotland, particularly for harness events. Mr. Wardrop Moore, a horse enthusiast from Greenhall House, purchased an exquisite Hackney mare from Mr. James Johnston, noted for her style and quality. She became a valuable…
Help Yourself, 1892

In May 1892, Blantyre miner John D stole rum from Blakely's Pub, causing a disturbance when confronted by the barman. Following his unruly behavior, authorities were called. In court, he received a 10-day jail sentence for this repeated offense. The…

The newly renovated Blantyre Soccer Academy Community Hub is now officially open! An opening ceremony was held this evening, Friday 13th September 2019 with the ribbon cut at 6.30pm by Council leader, Cllr John Ross and depute leader Cllr Maureen Chalmers. The sun was out as a small crowd of guests watched the ribbon being […]

John & Janet Robertson, 19th Century

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September 13, 2019

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Isabel Hamilton writes, “Hi Paul. Here are the ancestors I am researching. Robert Nairn & his wife Janet McDonald, were both born in Stewarton, Ayrshire, Robert in 1762 & Janet in 1770. They were married in 1798 in Stewarton. Janet was Robert’s 3rd wife!!. They went on to have 8 children. Janet, the eldest B. 1799 married […]

Young & Sons, 1950s

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September 13, 2019

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Pictured here in the 1950’s is Young & Sons (coalmerchants of Blantyre), delivering to a building called Calderview on Hunthill Road. Calderview was a former building, which once stood on Hunthill Road at the corner of Stonefield Crescent. It had the address of 55, 56, 58, 60 and 62 Hunthill Road. There are no entries […]

1968 Weddings of Blantyre Folk

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September 12, 2019

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Going back now to the 1960s and three weddings of Blantyre folk. These weddings all being held in 1968. Blantyre man John Dobbie of Southview married Hamilton lady, Agnes Cassidy. Photo was by Studio Paris. Southampton man Alan Kinchington married Blantyre lady, Martha Turkington. The couple married at Hamilton Registry office. and finally but by […]

Samuel Gilmour & Mary Ann Cook

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September 12, 2019

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I’ve finally got round to looking at more ancestry requests. As you may know i’m happy to do that for free for anybody with a Blantyre connection. Moyra Lindsay wrote, “My great grandparents were Samuel Gilmour and Mary Ann Cook. My Granny was Elizabeth Gilmour known as ‘Lizzie’ born 1896. If you find the dates […]

Blantyre Video 1970’s Part 2

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September 12, 2019

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This weeks movie warps back to the 1970’s. Life in Blantyre is captured well in photos and videos and I loved making this! This one’s a cracker with many previously unseen photos, especially of Glasgow Road. We even pop inside the shops! It wasn’t a good decade for Blantyre’s old churches burning down. Demolition of […]

Connel Family at Pathfoot

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September 11, 2019

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Jenny Hutton wrote to me a while back saying, “Hi Paul. I am researching my ancestors from Millheugh Mill. I was very interested in hearing about Pathfoot. My ancestors were living in Pathfoot in 1790 probably before this but this was where their first child was born. They were John and Margaret Connel. John is […]

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