An old stereoscopic photograph of a bas-relief sculpture titled “Calvary, by Eroli” was found among Blantyre photographs shared by Alex Bowie. Exhibited at the 1862 International Exhibition in London, it features a religious scene. Its presence in Blantyre’s collection remains uncertain, possibly reflecting the photographer’s interests or local connections.
My very good history colleague Robert Stewart told me recently about a carving that was part of the stonework on the Co-op’s former central premises on Glasgow Road, near Herberston Street. Robert said, “Carved on the corner of the building was a skep (pictured). A straw beehive, with lots of bees flying around it. […]
I’ve been fortunate to been sent by Mr Jack Daniels, extracts from the journal of English born, Miss Mary Berry, a well travelled writer who lived from 1763 to 1852. For nearly 70 years of her life she visited many foreign places, writing daily about her experiences. She often visited Bothwell to see her friend […]
Richard Rankin took these three photos in early October 2014. Shared here, they feature an interesting inscription on the side of a rock, adjacent to the River Calder. It says “Wee Yanni Pool”. The exact location is on the left river bank at Crossbasket. Richard said, “I first noticed this years ago up trouting, at […]
A recent walk in April 2014 took me wandering down the Peth Brae to Milheugh Bridge. It has been a while since i visited this area which was a favourite haunt of mine as a child. As soon as i saw the flat stones under the bridge, i recalled playing with paper boats and paddling […]