Monday 19th June 1899 was a warm day in Blantyre. As afternoon gave way to evening, miner Thomas McGuire (61) left his home at Craighead Rows and walked the short distance to the nearby River Clyde. His intention was to cool down that Monday evening. Some boys nearby giggled as they observed Thomas removing his […]
In December 1895, Mr Andrew Gibson, of Bowie’s Land, Blantyre recorded some anecdotes to lighten up the mood and entertain during the festive season. Two of his favourite recollections are preserved here: Fell Into Property Some years ago Mrs Bowie found herself in court as a judge asked, “It is not true though Mrs […]