Max McInness discovered a mysterious worn metal object while metal detecting in Blantyreferme. Shaped like a shield, it may have been part of a badge or ornament, likely dating from the Victorian era to the early 20th century. Despite its age, faint engravings of a bird suggest hidden historical significance.
On September 23, 1892, Blantyre faced a mystery when a constable found an abandoned cart belonging to a baker near Craigknow Farm. The horse was discovered in a cornfield, damaging crops, while the driver remained missing. An empty cash bag added to the intrigue, sparking speculation in the town.
A complex and sensitive story next, that links back to Blantyre. On 17th August 2010, a grisly discovery was made in the basement of a house in California, USA when new house owners found the mummified bodies of two infant children! The two children were found inside 2 doctors bags, each with the initials “JMB” […]
Karen McQuade shared this next photo. She said, “It’s been taken in the Crescents. Maybe Welsh Drive Or Maxwell Crescent? My grandfather Charlie is in front row 2nd in from right. His brother Andrew is 2nd from right back row. The occasion? I have no idea! Year?? Well my Granda was born in 1910 so […]
Alan Watt asks, “Does anyone recognise this lady? I’m trying to trace my family history. The only clues…Blantyre, 1937. Any information appreciated.” Do you recognise the building, location or the people in this picture. The baby, if still alive would now be in their mid 80s. Another reminder to us all, that printed photos should […]
At Caldervale (Fin Me Oot), near Blantyre and Uddingston, something bizarre was reported to police in February 1918. One cold February morning, a farmer at Blantyreferme was going his rounds when he came across the skins of two sheep, two heads, and two full sets of trotters lying a field! The carcases had been taken […]
A photo of a Blantyre woman from the 1920’s. A mystery woman, unidentified but was in Margaret Stwart’s photo album. The outdoor location unknown too. Shown here in a long shot, just in case somebody recognises a grandmother or mother. Featuring Blantyre Project Social Media with permission. Strictly not for use by others on or offline, our […]