On December 23, 1892, Blantyre celebrated a festive event at the Free Church, attended by children and adults as school holidays commenced. Rev James Campbell presided, and Mr. Hendrie presented captivating views of Blantyre, evoking applause. This raises curiosity about whether some of these historical photos were later featured in the Blantyre Project.
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Sabbath School Soiree, 1895
A story now from 128 years ago tonight. On Thursday 26th December, Boxing Day, 1895 High Blantyre’s Parish Church held their sabbath school soiree. (To you and I, that’s their Sunday School Party!) The event took place that evening in the upstairs Masonic Hall on Main Street and in conjunction with the Band of Hope […]


