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Anyone remember Josephine Robinson from Gorbals St. she went to St. Johns school before they went to live in Ireland. Her granny Bartley lived on Lawmoor St. with her uncle Robert, and Auntie Bridie Bartley, they used to sell there wares at Paddy's market.
They were the good old days.....
Submitted
by: Margaret I wonder if my memory is accurate in thinking that Christmas was only minimally
celebrated in the Gorbals - and for that matter other parts of Glasgow in the
'40's and 50's. Workers didn't have Christmas Day off; stores were open, and
decorations were few. New Year was the real holiday. Poverty explained it no
doubt. I'm sure times have changed, but we were real pagans then even if we
Catholics went to Mass on the Day.
Submitted
by: John Coggans I am trying to trace my granmother's roots. On my Mother's Gorbal's birth certificate
she is Jeannie Dalziel Allan. Her last known addresses 1910/1911 were 40.1/2
Elderslie St. c/o Mrs Bryce & 175 Holm St., Anderston,( Rankin). My mother Grace lived with Vincenta Garcia & Annie Dunne @ addresses in Gorbals
& Anderston untill she was 6yrs of age. I would appreciate any information on
Jeannie Dalziel or Allan etc. You can contact me by email.
Submitted
by: James McCormick Does anyone remember Joe McLean who drank at the Clelland pub in Hospital Street
and lived in Eglinton Street in the mid 60s? He is believed to have emigrated
to the U.S.A. sometime between 1967 and 1970. He is an old friend of mine who I would like to make contact with and would
appreciate anyone that knows how I can contact him to e-mail me.
Submitted
by: Moira Thomson Southern Necropolis website has now been updated...Merry Christmas and Happy
New Year 2003 to all visitors to this fascinating and unique "window on time"...www.southernnecropolis.com
Submitted
by: Colin Mackie My name is Anne Grimes, I lived on 6 Oxford Lane in the 50's. I would like to find Margaret, Nan and George Kirk, Gavin Boyce, Billy Dunn,
George Mullen, Mamie Law (her mum passed away sometime in the 50's), Dianne
Lewis, Alec Goodwin and Jim Lenaghan. We all lived in the same area, we were really poor, of course not all of us
but, we didn't know how poor we really were because everyone was the same, we
had a great time in the Gorbals, my brother Brian and I get quite nostalgic
when we talk over old times. We now live in Canada, I have for 39 years and Brian for 19 (I think). We would
love to hear from our old friends from the Gorbals. Regards Anne and Brian.
Submitted
by: Anne Grimes I was born in 1947 and raised in 6 Oxford lane in the Gorbals. I went to Gorbals
school, my granny lived at 50 Surrey Street and it seemed like we spent an awful
lot of time there. There was always a pot of soup on the cooker and we always
got a good feed whenever we were there. My mum and dad both came from Thistle
St. Our family were the Shannon's, Wilson's and the Smiths. The best time of
my life was in the Gorbals and I left in 1957.
Submitted
by: Brian Donovan I was born in Thistle St in 1946 at Cathart Rd end. I stayed between the pub
and Hinds potato merchants. Does anyone remember a circus that came to Thistle
Street round about early fifties? I went to Camden Street school then I moved
to Govanhill and went to Calder Street school.
Submitted
by: Joan Devlin Dr Gladstone Robertson was our family Doctor. We lived on 24 Centre Street,
next to the school. I would like some info on the book about him or contact
from anyone from Centre Street. Great site, really enjoy it, it makes you wish
you were back in those days. So much for the bad old days!
Submitted
by: Bobby Shaw My father Walter John ("Danny") DANFORTH was born in Clydebank and grew up
in 408 Crown Street in the 1920's and 1930's. His parents were Ernest and Cecilia
DANFORTH. Cecilia was an INCH before marrying. Dad went to Adelphi Terrace school
and had 2 brothers Robert and Ernest. He also had a sister Margaret who was
adopted when her parents left the Gorbals for USA. Uncle Ernie also lived in
302 Dumbarton Road. After my dad joined the RAF at 15 and came to England, he
never went back to live in Scotland and we seldom visited, so I've never known
what his home was like. Its great to see and read so many wonderful memories
here. If anyone remembers my DANFORTH family or can tell me more about Crown
Street, I'd love to hear from you. Celia Renshaw (last in the line of Scottish
Cecilia's and proud of it!)
Submitted
by: Celia Renshaw Hi, Finin Christie here originally from Palmerstown, Dublin 20, Ireland. My
grandfather came from Scotland, don't know what part, his name was James Christie.
If anybody remembers him as a young boy, as I must have relations in Scotland,
Ireland and England. I would welcome any replies. Also, on my fathers side -
my grandmother, brother went to Australia, never to be seen again until around
15 years ago. His name is Tom Mulford but used this mothers maiden name, which
was Finn. If any of his family would like to contact me I would welcome them.
Submitted
by: Finin Christie We are publishing a book on the Gorbals next year. Any info your readers had
on Gorbals history would be welcome. Especially steamies (names, locatons, anecdotes);
games such as "kiss", "kick the can", "American Times" etc (what were they,
rules and so on). Also memories of moving from the tenements to new corpy housing.
Thanks
Submitted
by: Rudolph Kenna Born and lived in Dunmore Street, went to Adelphi sec school. My friend Grace
Hefferman lived in Portugal St. If anyone remembers me please get in touch.
Submitted
by: Helen Crossan To Johnny from Kilmarnock re: some info on Benny Lynch. His ex wife moved to
Bramalea, Ontario and she remarried. She owned a hairdressing salon, she was
my late friend's daughter, Patricia's mother in law, haven't seen her in years.
Submitted
by: Anonymous My gr. gr. grandfather Thomas Newton came to Glasgow sometime between 1818/1822.
He married Helen McLoun. He was an iron founder. His son became a soap manufacturer
and emigrated to NZ where he established the same business calling his soap
powder, St Mungo. I am trying to find out more information about Thomas Newton
and his iron founding. Can anyone help me as to how to go about this please?
Are there any directories of that time, if so where are they? Katherine
Submitted
by: Katherine O'Regan Does anyone remember my mum LARAINE LEES, she went to St Bonaventures in the
early 60's. Or my granda JAMES LEES, who I think was from Oatlands in the 1950's
- 60's?
Submitted
by: Ros Answer to enquiry about school in Tradeston. Boys and girls went to St Johns
infant school in Portugal Street from primary one to primary 3. Then onto St
Johns Primary school at Wallace Street in Tradeston area for primary 4 to primary
7, then onto secondary schools. Hope this info helps.
Submitted
by: Carol Hi, I'm looking for information on old Gorbals theatres - names, dates etc?
Any help would be really appreciated.
Submitted
by: Martin Travers Does anyone remember my mother Betty Grant (born 1928) from Pollokshaws Rd,
Eglinton St, then Devon St, and my father Jimmy Farrelly (born 1924) from Dunmore
St? My father's family were Verrechias and had two or three cafes, one called
the Bedford Cafe I think! I don't know the names of the others. I'd be grateful
for any memories. Many thanks
Submitted
by: Pat Farrelly I was born in Crown Street in 1933 and have two brothers Jackie and Jim (sister
Violet died a few years a go). I went to St Lukes and then Holyrood School.
I would like to hear from anyone who may remember us.
Submitted
by: Charlie Carey Hi, this is Elizabeth Cantley (Betty). I was born in the Gorbals in 1940, I
have one sister and 4 brothers. My sisters name is Ellen Layden who immigrated
to Australia and got struck with Parkinsons disease, so is now in a nursing
home in Cardonald. My brothers are Lesley, George, Jim and Robert. My brother
Jim drowned in the Clyde. If anyone remembers me please email my grandson at
gorbals_bhoy_2002@hotmail.com.
I will reply to all emails sent! Thanks very much.
Submitted
by: Elizabeth (Betty) Cantley Does anyone know what catholic school girls went to from St Johns school in
Portugal Street? Was there a school called Tradeston School? Josephine Robinson
remembers girls by the name of McKay, McKeown, Docherty and Fisher and also
a teacher by the name of McKay. Please help me solve this puzzle for my sister,
she went to this school in 1958 - 59. Please email marggo@canada.com
Submitted
by: Majorie Does anyone remember the Crum family from the Hospital Street area in 1930's
to 1940's? They were Bridie, Norah, Alex, Philip, Frank, Paddy and Mary. Or
the Docherty's who married into the crum family. I am trying to build a family
tree and would be grateful for any help. Please email cherie@ndailly.fsnet.co.uk
Submitted
by: N Dailly Schools?? Thank you Colin, but my sister said it wasn't either Holyrood or Bonnies -
so the mystery deepens hahaha!
Submitted
by: Majorie Does anyone remember Luke Gallacher from Gorbals Street. He was a Music Hall
artist sometime in the 1940's?
Submitted
by: Margaret MacDonald Answer to the query by Majorie - what secondary school did the girls go to
from St Johns? Surely, it was Bonnies or Holyrood??
Submitted
by: Colin Mac Hi Jim Steen. Is your mothers maiden name Becky McAuther, with a sister Nellie
and Josie? I lived at 62 Lawmoor Street, I was one of the Murphy's. My cousins
were the Donnelly's. Hope you get back to me, my maiden name was Marlene Murphy.
maryboyd@hotmail.com
Submitted
by: Marlene Can anyone remember the bank robbery in Crown Street around 1962? The robbers
broke a gas pipe whilst making their escape and our close had to be evacuated
until the gas leek was repaired.
Submitted
by: Sandra Goosey What catholic secondary school did the girls go to from St. John's school,
Portugal Street? There was a boys school across the road from it. Our memories
are not what they used to be, so help me out on this one please?
Submitted
by: Marjorie I would like to get in touch with Frank Ford of Whyalla Australia who was looking
for Eddie O'Hagan, as I believe that I am a relative of his. My name is Louis
Ford of High Blantyre. Please email if009a7379@blueyonder.co.uk
Submitted
by: Louis Ford Looking for relatives: Ann Trueman, bd 1793, married W Buchanan 1812 in Glasgow.
She had a daughter Wlhelmina, bd 1816, who married W Hunter in 1840 in Glasgow.
She had a daughter Ann Elizabeth, bd 1841 who marrried J Cameron in 1862 - my
great grandparents.
Submitted
by: Sheron Capps I'm trying to locate any info on the Banks family. Benny Banks and Gertrude
Banks, lived in Bedford Street, Gorbals in 1921? Sometime later they moved.
They had a son called Benny Banks born sometime later. In the 1950's, son Benny Banks worked at George Square Post Office, he was
married and had two little daughters, maybe more children but I only heard about
the two girls. Does anyone know of this family??? I am trying to do a family
tree and I'm stuck. I'm trying to get the connection between them and my grandparents
- Christina and Robert Bartley who lived at Bedford Street with the Banks family
for a few years. Unfortunately, Robert Bartley died due to an accident - he
slipped while trying to repair a roof at Lawmoor St. Did my grandparents have
any brothers or sisters?? I need all the help I can get if I'm to get this family
tree done. Please email marggo@canada.com
if you have any information?
Submitted
by: Margaret Graham Hi, I went to Camden St School. Does anyone remember the tin showers that came
and were built up in the playground, they came in big corpy vans? Also, do you
remember Mrs Bills who would look through your hair?
Submitted
by: Alistair McLeish Does anyone remember my grandmother, she was known as Ma Ferguson. She lived
at 251 Mathieson Street next to the chapel. My aunt Lizzie worked in St. Francis
Centre. Please email wilmabonner@eircom.ie
Submitted
by: Wilma Bonner Can anyone remember the American and Canadian troop train that stopped on the
railway bridge over Cumberland Street on 1944? The weans were shouting "any
gum chum". The troops threw down chocolate and gum - what a scramble! Also in
Warick Street on V.E. Day the bonfires and flags, great party!
Submitted
by: Elizabeth McMillan Borland I went to Oatlands School between Pine Street and Gilmour Street in 1941/42
before my family went to Canada. I still have school photo but haven't a clue
as to fellow classmates. Anyone out there interested? Please email hughgibson@btinternet.com
Submitted
by: Hugh Gibson It is really interesting reading all these stories. So many refer to streets
and places in the Gorbals, that I thought someone might be interested in the
following website for old Gorbals pictures: www.mitchelllibrary.org
- click on virtual mitchell.
Submitted
by: Mark Pearson I lived in 106 Nicholson Street from 1939 to 1948. I would love to hear from
other people from that close or area. I remember Mary Duffy, Morven McKenzie
and Maria Pisanna who's mother owned the chippy at the top of Eglinton Street.
Please email william.clark@ntlworld.com
Submitted
by: Elizabeth McMillan Borland I'm looking for anyone who would have known Harry Evans, born on Moffat Street
in the Gorbals in 1936. Moved to Pollok in/around 1947 and went to Shawlands
Academy. He moved to Canada in 1959. Please email scosar0303@hotmail.com.
Thanks - his son Bill.
Submitted
by: Bill Forbes Looking for relatives - I lived in the Gorbals from 1939 - 1947, when my mother
Jessie Munro took me to Canada. We lived at 65 Clelland Lane with my grandparents
Andy and Sara Munro. It would be nice to contact other relatives to learn of
the Munro background. Love to hear from you ammunro@telusplanet.net
Submitted
by: Andy Munro In response to Maurice Coyne's query - The name of the man killed in Gorbals
St on 1st July 1963 was Billy Bryden. There was a picture of the scene in the
front of the Daily Record. It happened outside my parents window, it was a sad
terrible night, I was home on holiday. Hope this helps.
Submitted
by: Mary Boyd In response to David McPhabb's query - Derry Trainer owns the cities Welcome
Inn and can be contacted there.
Submitted
by: Danny Graham In response to Mr Moffats query - he now lives in Edinburgh's morningside area.
Submitted
by: Danny Graham I was born and bred in the Gorbals (Eglinton St). My family are Mick Wylie,
Jim, Terrence, William, Nancy, Janice, Margaret and Anna. Does anyone remember
us? Please email me if you do, it would be great to hear from you staplesmaureen@aol.com
Submitted
by: Maureen Wylie I was brought up in 113 Crown St, otherwise known as Puddin Wulls. I went to
St Lukes and St Bonaventures. I have been in Canada since 1964, but still go
home to the Gorbals every 2 years. Keep up the good work GORBALS LIVE!
Submitted
by: Joe Walker Does anyone remember the names of any pubs in the Gorbals area? Or does anyone
have any interesting stories of the pubs in the Gorbals? Would love to hear
from anyone yesonparker@btinternet.com
Submitted
by: John I lived at 113 Rutherglen Rd in the forties and early fifties. I had lost my
sight at age one and used to play football with a tin can, many a day in St
Lukes yard as well as swim at Gorbals baths. I wonder if anyone out there remembers
me? Lombardy's cafe beside our close, and the paper man who stood at the corner
of Crown St and Rutherglen Rd. I remember quite a few families; Gillians, McCartneys,
Murphy's and others form 'Puddin Wuls' in Crown St. Hope to hear from someone
cog@mnsi.net
Submitted
by: John Coggans Does anyone remember Lennox's next to the George picturehouse in Crown Street
where you would get your cheap sweets before the pictures? Also, Mary Puries
at the top of Abbotsford Place, where if closed in desperation you would chap
her door and ask for sweets. In my case - a poke of iced gems all wrapped up
in paper shaped like a cone. Does anyone remember the Rising Sun pub in Abbotsford Place? We stayed right
across the road from it. God talk about entertainment - there was never a dull
moment! Yes, I remember the peanut man, the smell was nice but am I only one who thought
the premises failed to comply with the then current health and safety standards,
in otherwords was it no boggin? (ha ha)
Submitted
by: Anonoymous I was born in 23 Salisbury Street in 1948. My name is Margaret Paul and I can
remember George's Dairy and the bookies had plenty of relations in the Street
- Curly's and Friels. Old pals Mary and Gina.
Submitted
by: Margaret Mitchell Does anyone remember these pupils from Adelphi School in the 50's, they came
from the Nicholson and Gorbals street areas. They were Dave McInnes, Sam Menzies,
Harry Christie, Dunky Sodden, John Graham and Peter Semple? Please email allan@menzies13.fsnet.co.uk
Submitted
by: Allan I was born at 366 Caledonia Rd in 1937. I remember 'the gasworks and Dixon
Blazes'. Does anyone remember the name of the cinema on the corner of Caledonia
Rd and Rutherglen Rd - besides 'the fleapit' that is? petham@telus.net
Submitted
by: Peter Hamilton I was born in Thistle Street on 1946 at Cathcart Rd end, I stayed between the
pub and Hinds potato merchants. Does anyone remember a circus that came to Thistle
Street round about the early fifties? I went to Camden St school, then I moved
to Govanhill and went to Calder Street school. chrisdevlin36@aol.com
Submitted
by: Chris Devlin In response to Hugh Douglas of Arrochar, I also remember the landmine which
fell on the Twomax factory and killed a watchman who was blown into the adjacent
cemetery (ironic). The second mine landed on the ice works in Polmadie and we
at 474 Rutherglen Rd were on the flight path midway. I remember the outside
air raid shelter which was damp and smelly which is why during an air raid everyone
came down to our flat on the first floor and hoped for the best. I went to Oatlands
School as did another contributor but we went to Nova Scotia Canada in August
1942 where my father was employed helping to build Liberty Ships for the war
effort. We returned in 1946 and I now reside in Beith Ayrshire. Great website
- keep up the good work and hope to meet a few people with similar memories.
You can email me at hughgibson@btinternet.com My family lived at the shop at the top end of Thistle St (311) directly across
from John B Hinds - the potato merchants till 1966. I can still remember vividly
getting 'hudgies' the rare times a lorry came down the street, playing 'kick
the can', 'kiss, cat or torture' and 'statues'. Going to the Saturday matinee
at the George and getting broken wafers from the shop next door. There was a
great chippy round the corner from us in Caledonia Rd 'The Deep Sea', and my
brother Jack still maintains to this day it sold the best fish supper ever!
I can remember the corner boys who used to congregate outside the 'Blarney
Stone' (Seils's). My brother Jack, Connie, Pat, Jim Brogan, the Bradley brothers,
Gus McManus, my cousins, Frank and Charlie Boyle and Jim Wray (Aye! THAT Jim
Wray, the now MEP!!). Although I was always too young for the pubs, I can remember peeping in through
the swing doors of the Blarney Stone: a sea of 'bunnets' and tobacco smoke.
There was a newsagent on the corner called Mary Mac's and my Ma used to send
me down for 10 Capstan and the Daily Record on 'tick' till Friday. I must admit
when people find out I was brought up in the Gorbals, I get the usual 'it must
have been terrible being brought up in such conditions', and I know its easy
to look at the past with rose coloured glasses, but I never felt deprived. My
brother lived in a close across the road and my sister in the one next to us.
My uncle and aunties all lived a minutes walk away from us and there was always
a feeling of 'belonging' and community. I still go the what's left of the Gorbals
anytime I'm in Glasgow. John B Hinds was the last bastion of Thistle Street
to go, and its obvious from this excellent website that I'm not the only one
who misses the place and those times.
Submitted
by: Dominic Boyle I delivered groceries for Fogell's bakery shop in Hospital Street in 1941 (I
was 12 years old). I used to cycle to Giffnock once a week.
Submitted
by: Alex Birrell I lived at 123 Florence Street. I was born in 1947, I remember that we stayed
near a church and there was a lot of weddings. My gran Euphemia Prentice lived
at 6 Salisbury Street - I am tracing my family. My fathers name was Robert Paul,
he married Jean Prentice. My grandfather Robert Paul (hammerman) married Catherine
McDougall in 1900 at 34 Abbotsford Place. If you have any information please
email me at ann@raffan37190.fsnet.co.uk
Submitted
by: Ann Raffan Born Rottenrow 1935 stayed at 474 Rutherglen Road. Went to Oatlands School
still have school photo taken. Went to Canada (Nova Scotia) 1942, dad working
on Liberty Ships. Returned 1946 to Largs then Pollok, have many fond memories.
Neighbours could not stand smell and dampness of air raid shelter so everyone
came down to our 1st floor flat during the air raids. Saw Pinnochio at the Ritz
on Caledonia Road and had nightmares about the whale. Nice to see the website
- hope I bring back some memories?
Submitted
by: Hugh Gibson Well what a site! How about Salisbury Street early 50's, they were big tenements
but the road was wide and cars, few and far between. Peanuts under the bridge,
the smell is ever in my memory bank. Turn left at the bottom of the street at
Teachers pub, walk on and the cake shop wow! Turn right at the other end and
the fish and chip shop. Up to the coalhills where you could as a boy get out
with a barrowman selling proper coal briquettes. Brilliant site - fond memories,
some nasty ones but us kids seem to have had more protection then. The street
gang wars they appeared to be in different levels i.e. adults depending on which
pub they drank in and the not so adult defending their borders and then the
kids defending their close. And the proper spelling i.e. geesabootlamulk - FAB!
Submitted
by: Michael Maley Does anyone remember my grandparents bakery - Fogell's?
Submitted
by: Kathrine Hirst Hi, I was born on Center Street in Tradeson but I went to St John's then to
Cleland St School in the Gorbals both RC Schools. Although, I used to play football
with the prody school on Center Street, all my pals went to that school. I was
born in 1938 then moved to Pollok and moved to St Convals a co-ed school. I
was happy with that but the best times are my memories of playing after school
in the Gorbals with my school buddies and going to the E&ES on Eglinton Street
on Saturday's. Would like to hear from anyone from that time. You can email
me at gersfan38@aol.com
Submitted
by: Bob Shaw What a great recipe site!
For the woman who wanted the recipe for square sausages visit www.geocities.com/NapaValley/9412
Does anyone have any pictures of a newsagents which was owned by my gran Jeannie
Hastie on 498 Rutherglen Rd? I think it simply said "NEWSAGENT" outside. Also,
does anyone remember the twinnies Betty and Jean Hastie? If you can help please
e-mail me on terrimccue1@aol.com.
Did you live in Seath Street around 1958? Do you know the McCulloch family
from No.8? Anyone who knew this family please contact me at alsw12790@blueyonder.co.uk
Submitted
by: Alan McCulloch Does anybody have any memories of their stay Galloway House, Residential School,
Newton - Stewart. I have great memories of my dormitory "Little Ross"... lining
up for our bedtime cup of oxo and slice of toast... my trousers bursting trying
to do a cossack dance to Boney m's Rasputin.. then having to write to my mum
to send me some change of trousers...fond memories indeed...would love it if
anyone had any photo's? Email southernnec@talk21.com
Submitted
by: Colin Mackie Looking for any information on Derry Traynor. Pub, Street, spelling, history
anything at all related.
Submitted
by: David McPhabb I’m looking for information on the Gorbals Burgh Police before the force was
combined with the City of Glasgow Police.
Submitted
by: James Ritchie Does anyone know the Birrell family, who all stayed in the Gorbals from the
thirties to the late sixties? They were and are a large family who all stayed
a stones throw from each other. You can email me at
axbirrell@hotmail.com.
Submitted
by: Alex Birrell Can anyone who lived in the Gorbals tell me the name of the place that under
privileged kids used to be sent to for a holiday? I have vague recollections
of it being called "Fernethy" or something similar. I would love to hear from
anyone who remembers being sent there h_b_wemyss@iprimus.com.au
Submitted
by: Helen Wemyss My great great grandfather James McGilchrist lived in Hutchesontown in the
early 1800's and was described as an "ironfounder", so I presume he worked at
Dixon Blazes. Does anyone know if there is any history of ironworking in the
Gorbals that would tell me about the life he must have led?
Submitted
by: Elspeth Grant My grandparents on both sides came to the Gorbals in the early 1900's, one
set was of Russian extraction and both sets were Jewish. I'm really interested
in any stories about how Jewish people from Eastern Europe came to the Gorbals
and the conditions of their journey and how they lived in the Gorbals. Also
if anyone remembers Goodman and Sara Flora Finklestein who had a Waterproof
Coat shop in the Gorbals or his daughter Rachel who was my mother, married to
Morris Fisher also from the Gorbals. She died when I was 13 in 1966 and I never
met one single member of her family, although I think she may have brothers
and sisters. Would love to hear from anyone who knows anything RSMgeneral@aol.com
Submitted
by: Sandra Fisher Memories of childhood growing up in Abbotsford Place in the sixties... Born
in 1958, attended St John's Infant and Primary Schools before moving to Govanhill
in 1969. I remember playing "balls" in the close, chinese ropes, American Times,
Kick the Can, Scabby Touch, swapping scraps on the stairs and "beds". I also
remember "Midgey Rakers", the coal man carrying a huge bag of coal up two flights
of stairs to our coal bunker in the hall. Pestering my mother for old clothes
for the rag man in exchange for a balloon, and "pieces" being thrown down to
you if you got hungry while playing. I remember "penny ices" and "broken biscuits",
Roller skating at the top of Nicholson Street, climbing dykes and dreepying.
The first "Adventure Playground" to open in our area, organising a 'Jumble Sale'
for children in need, and going up to the Sunday Post (I think) offices in town
with our takings, before going to "Wimpy's" for chips on the way home. I remember
good neighbours and friends, the O'Rourkes, Mrs Duffy, Mrs McFadden, Mrs Rokeeka,
Jim and Bridie Boyle. The McFadden twins, Bridie Gallagher, Busha and Sheeba, Ailsa Coyle, the Huttens,
the Chambers, the Lochrans, the Dobies, the Folans, Joan Meehan, Rosemary Doyle,
the Vicor Harvey and his family (who ran a little club at 3a). The McNulty's
and the Stringers who lived at No. 1 (Mrs Stringer was in a wheelchair and many
a while we children spent talking with her in her front porch). School friends
faces.. Bernadette Folan, Ann Colum, Marie Malseed, Elizabeth Murphy, William
Finlay, Daniel Lee, John Hogan, the Docherty twins - Brian and Thomas and James
Hutchison. The Gorbals of yesteryear are gone, but in our mind the memories live on..
as some of the happiest times of our lives!
Submitted
by: Rose O'Donnell Hi, I stayed at Oxford Street until 1971 then moved to Hutchie E (Sandiefield
Road). Went to St John's Infant and Primary Schools. Also went to St Luke's
primary about 1971/2, then onto St Bonaventures (John Bosco). I have three sisters
and one brother, Sandra, Brenda, Jenny and Stephen. If anyone remembers me please
drop me a line at Carolandbobby@yahoo.co.uk
Submitted
by: Carol Connelly Does anyone know Katie Taylor of 198 Lawmoor Street (also known as the plumbers
close). Her daughter Pat (also known as Cissie), would love to hear from you.
You can email me at axbirrell@hotmail.com
Submitted
by: Patricia Taylor My mum, May Atkinson was born at Silverfir Street and my dad Bill Russell used
to drive a Tizer lorry. They moved to 32 Hickman Street, Govanhill where they
had 3 boys in 1939 - 41, and then to Kings Park where they had twins in 1948.
Went to Strathyre for a while, then Folda, Glenisla and Struan before going
to Australia in 1956. Does that bring back any memories for anyone? I would
really like to catch up with my Dad's side of the family. Please email me at
camboy@optusnet.com.au
Submitted
by: Cameron Russell I remember the nut man well, he had one eye and always wore a tie. I was brought
up at 274 Florence Street, I remember the gas man when he used to empty lighter
pole into the puddles and watch it foam.
Submitted
by: Alistair McLeish I am looking for the words of the songs we used to sing while taking the bride
to be out for her HEN night. I would appreciate hearing from you, or if there
is a website with Glasgow street songs. You can email me at cdougan@vaxxine.com
Submitted
by: Catherine Johnston I have been contacted via the Southern Necropolis website by a lady who is
searching for her Gorbals ancestors by the surname of "APEL". They came from
Moffat Street. Would appreciate any contacts, you can email me at southernnec@talk21.com
Submitted
by: Colin Mackie I've read the Jimmy Boyle book and would like to know what happened to him
after he wrote the book. If you have any information please email me at darren_moffat1986@hotmail.com
Submitted
by: Darren Moffat Does anyone remember my Gran or Grandad? My gran Cathrine (Reena) O'Connel
married James Lee of Oatlands (late 1940's) and went on to have Laraine, Lynne
and John. Her surname was McLean. Please email me at RosyKelly21@hotmail.com
Submitted
by: Ros Kelly I am looking for some old pals, Jim Paton from Eglinton Street. Willie Orr,
Cumberland and Eglinton Street and Jack Niven Rutherglen Road, Oatlands. It's
been 35 years since we last had contact. Would love to hear from them or anyone
out there who knows them or their whereabouts. Thanks a million. Please email me at bojan4446@aol.com
Submitted
by: Jim Steen My grandfather, Robert Hobson was born in Glasgow around 1880. He was the son
of Robert and Anne Hobson. The father, is listed as a baker in Glasgow. There
were four other children, namely Walter, John, James and Mary. Can anyone guide
me in finding out about this family? My other Grandfather William Ligget resided in Glasgow during the early part
of the 1900's. He was an Irishman, originally from Portadown. He married in
Glasgow and had a family there. Would anyone who thinks they may be connected
please get in touch? jean.crawford1@btinternet.com
Submitted
by: Jean Crawford I am missing all the great food I used to eat in Glasgow. Does anyone out there
know a receipe I can use at home to make that great Scottish delicacy "square
sausage"?
Submitted
by: Helen Wemyss I was born (in the house) in Naburn Street in 1958. I went to St. Francis Primary
School, Holy Cross and then Holyrood. I loved the Gorbals and resented having
to leave Gorbals when they were 'ripping the heart' out of the old place. I
returned to get married in St. Francis in 1982. You can email me at mcgeadyjohn@hotmail.com
Love the website!
Submitted
by: John McGeady Looking for any information on the Laird family from the Gorbals. Family names
were John Laird and Mary Niven, John Laird and Elizabeth Wilson, Thomas Laird
and Isabelle Reid, James Laird and Annie Hyde. Please email me at jtsslaird@rogers.com
Submitted
by: Steven Laird I have just started researching my families history. I was born in Glasgow
1942, my parents were George and Jeannie Dunnion. The Dunnion's lived in waddell
St. My maternal grandparents were Robert and Annie Knotts (Sweeney), who owned
a working man's restaurant in Florence St, famous for it's cloutie dumpling
(mentioned in the book, Benny). My paternal grandparents were George and Elizabeth
Dunnion also from the Gorbals. I went to Holy Cross Church School and then on to Holyrood. We lived in Dixon
Road when I was growing up. I'd love to hear from anyone who remembers me, my
parents or grandparents. Please email me at j.a.macdonald@xtra.co.nz
Submitted
by: Jeanette MacDonald I am researching my family tree, and would like to hear from anyone who descended
from Brannan, Geraghty, Garrity and McFayden around 1840 onwards Main Street,
St Andrews Square. Please email at marydoll71@hotmail.com
Submitted
by: Mary Boyle We're three brothers called Peter, John and Matt known as Junior who moved
to Australia. If anyone remembers us, please email us at matty47@bigpond.com
Submitted
by: Matthew McManus Hi, I was brought up in the Gorbals and now stay in Australia and have been
for the past 36 years. Due to an accident at work I am now disabled, paraplegic.
I would love to talk to another Scottish paraplegic. Please email me at matty47@bigpond.com
Submitted
by: Matthew McManus I lived in Gorbals Street from 1940 until 1946, went to Abbotsford School.
Is there anyone out there who remembers me, or anyone else from that time? You
can email me at knaggs36@yahoo.co.uk
Submitted
by: E Tweedie Looking for descendants of John DIAMOND & Roseann MURRAY. An extract from the
Register of Marriages 1861 - 1921, General Registry Office in Edinburgh indicates
that the couple were wed "after the bans according to the forms of the Roman
Catholic Church". Twenty-four year old John Diamond, and iron moulder, journey
man, was living at 79 Main Street in Glasgow. His father, Andrew Diamond (deceased)
was a mason, journeyman. Twenty-four year old Rose Ann Murray, was a cotton
yarn winder living at 73 Main Street Glasgow. Her father Peter Murray, a labourer,
was also deceased. The minister was John Kerr, R.C.C. of St. John's Chapel,
Portugal Street, Gorbals, Glasgow. There was also two witnesses - John Gillian
and Mary Cassidy. The marriage was registered on the 9th of September 1862 at
Glasgow. Any information about the people or times they lived would be appreciated.
machabee@eisa.com
Submitted
by: Bonnie Machabee Where
have all the people from the Gorbals gone? It looks like everyone I knew left
for other places or do not use the Internet. I would be glad to hear from any
of you. Please email me at james941@hotmail.com.
Thanks
Submitted
by: James Steen Hi, is there anyone who knows where Donnie McPhail, Willie Mullaney, Peter
Connelly or Bobby Adams is? I would love to hear from any of them. Please email
me at james941@hotmail.com. Thanks
Submitted
by: James Steen I found your site by sheer luck.... what a bunch of memories for me. I see
somebody looking for my boyhood pal, Mick Rushford, and I see messages from
an old Adelphi school friend, Jim Calvert...marvellous stuff. My family originated from 180 Hospital Street where my Ma had a fruit shop
on the corner with Cumberland Street...anybody remember it? My brother Davy
still lives in Glasgow and I am sure some of you know him. All are welcome to
write to me at my email address wgs123@hotmail.com
Submitted
by: Billy Sykes I stayed in Florence St during the 1950's & 60's. I went to Camden Street School
and then on to Adelphi Terrace Secondary School. I am looking for information
on Hutchison Town Parish Church.
Submitted
by: Sandra Silvestro Does anyone remember my father, Alex Wilson? We stayed in Govanhill Street.
My grandparent's name on my mother's side was Muir who also lived in Govanhill
Street in the 1950's.
Submitted
by: Ronald Wilson I am looking for anyone who knew my parents in the 1940's. My mum Rachel Carson
lived in Moffat Street and has a sister Isa and brother Robert, they are all
in their sixties now. My dad, Robert Roy, lived in Landressy Street and has
3 older sisters - he is now 62. It would be great to hear from any old friends.
Please email me at susan_frame@hotmail.com.
Submitted
by: Susan Frame I can't believe I found this site! I was born in Moffat Street, went to Oatlands
and St. John's schools. I would love to hear from anyone who remembers me. Please
email me at letmccl@hotmail.com
Submitted
by: Lettie McCollum I lived in the Gorbals for years (Oxford Street until 1971), then Hutchesontown.
Went to St Johns infant and primary schools. Looking for any of my old school
mates. Please get in touch carolandbobby@yahoo.co.uk.
Submitted
by: Carol Connelly This website was extremely useful for my Geography Class project. The project
was based on Glasgow's Inner City.
Thanks Gorbals Live!!!
Submitted
by: Michael Ford Does anyone remember my Grannies paper shop in Oxford Street at the corner
of South Portland Street? Her name was Annie Benton.
Submitted
by: Ronnie Sanger In reply to Edward McVey from Canada. Gladstone Robertson doctors was in Abbotsford
Place. Now in the Gorbals Health Centre as the Kerr Practice.
Submitted
by: Ronnie Sanger I'm very interested in the story of the 2nd Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders
in the Malayan Campaign 1941-2 and co-authored the book MOON OVER MALAYA: A
TALE OF ARGYLLS AND MARINES (Tempus Publishing 2002). Many of the jocks in this
incredible battalion came from Glasgow. I wonder if some where from the Gorbals?
Would love to hear from anyone with any knowledge on this. Please email me at
JonathanMoffatt@aol.com
Submitted
by: Jonathan Moffatt Does anyone know the name of the 2 kids in the post war picture, which is now
world famous because of its use on CD covers? Please email me at glynnie2@hotmail.com
Submitted
by: Kate Roberts My grandad Jack (John) Gemmell was born in the Gorbals on 23rd March 1922.
So, he will be 80 very soon. He lived in Florence Street. If anyone remembers
my grandad, I'm sure he would love to hear from you. He now lives in Campbeltown,
Argyll. Please email me at Rhona.Johnson@men-news.co.uk
Submitted
by: Rhona Johnson Can anyone remember Danny Gallagher? He went to St. Francis old primary school,
which was behind the chapel. He had a brother called Boxer. The family left
these shores for Ireland in the 70's. I often wonder what became of them. Danny
was a top goalkeeper at school. Please email me at Paul.richmond@adsweu.com.
Submitted
by: Paul Richmond Hi,
my great grandparents where married in the St. Francis Chapel in 1897, where
can I find the church records to see all the witnesses and where they lived
at that particular time? You can email me at acnw9@aol,
I would be grateful for any information.
Submitted
by: Andrew Conway Can anyone give me any information on the following street names and my ancestors?
My great great grandparents were George and Jane (Findlay) Caughie. They are
believed to have come from the Stranraer area of Wigtonshire and settled in
or around Logan Street following their marriage in 1858 in Kirkcolm (Wigtonshire),
and had several children. My great great grandmother Jane, died on the 21st April 1910, and I think was
buried in the Southern Necropolis cemetery. I don't know for certain as yet,
but I am trying to confirm whether this is her final resting place? One of their
children was John (Jack) Caughie who married Katherine McNally on 8th January
1887 in St. Francis chapel, Cumberland Street. They moved to 64 McLean Street,
Govan. Also, are their any photos available of these streets and are the houses still
standing? Please email me at acnw9@aol, if
you have any info, no matter how trivial it seems. Thanks
Submitted
by: Andrew Conway I would be very grateful if anyone could help me find my grannies younger sister
Sybil Russell. My granny, Patricia was born on Coburg Street in 1930. When her
mother Isabella died in 1938, she was sent to live with her maternal grandmother
in Co. Down, while Sybil remained in Glasgow with her father. The last contact
they had was when Sybil was a nurse with the Queen Alexandra Nursing Corps at
BMH Munster, Germany in the late 1950's / early 1960's. Even if you don't have any up-to-date information, it would be great to hear
from anyone who might remember my granny and her family. You can email me at
janeymcleany@hotmail.com. With
thanks and best wishes.
Submitted
by: Janet McLean I just read a posting from a guy here in Canada of all places about RanCel!
My granda and uncle started that team and my dad was the captain. He didn't
leave an email address, so I'm hoping he'll come back to this page and read
this. My granda was Davey McLean, my uncle was Billums Taylor and my dad is
also David McLean, but known to most as Gilly. All from the Gorbals. Dad went
to Camden Street and Adelphi school. Mum, Francis McTigue grew up on Lawmoor
Street and went to St. Francis and Holyrood school. Drop me a line if you remember any of these names at clattymanky@hotmail.com.
I'd love to hear from you.
Submitted
by: Sandra McLean I was born and brought up in Crown Street in the early 1960's. I am tracing
my family tree. If anyone has any information on the Cairney family, I'd love
to hear from you. Check out my Gorbals website at www.thegorbals.co.uk.
Submitted
by: Sandra Goosey I lived at 73 Lawmoor St and went to Adelphi School but then moved to Toryglen.
I was also a Merchant Marine, I would like to know if any of my old friends
are still around. I would love to hear from you. Contact me at james941@hotmail.com
Submitted
by: Jim Steen Gorbals memories 1938 - 1955. I'm just on the Internet and was thrilled to
see a Gorbals website. I just had to respond to Hughie Carey's article on "The
great one - Paddy Crerand". I have very fond memories of playing with Paddy
as early as his first days in the playground at lunchtime after dinner school
at Holyrood Secondary in Crosshill. I also remember playing with his future brother in law, John "Jumbo" Ferry
with the Seconday Juvenile Football Team, sponsored by RANCEL RANGERS/CELTIC
supporters club, for 2 or 3 seasons. The coach/manager then was Hugh "Shug"
Wiseman. What a team we had then, veritable giant killers of their day. John at right
back and his buddy, Big Billy McCue at left back and with Shug McHale in goal,
they were stalwart defenders of any mistakes we made up front. My buddy Joe Mallon who also lives here in Ontario, a great versatile player
also played in that team. When John Ferry was mentioned the first thing that
came to mind was that he had a tremendous physique. I don't know where the nickname
"Jumbo" came from, but we nicknamed him "Garth". Taken from the muscleman action
character appearing in the Daily Record at the time. I will never forget the game we played against Jordanhill Teacher Training
College in "Glesga Green". Their we left winger was playing a great game and
was giving John a real hard time. I was playing on the right wing, poaching
on the halfway line as per Shug Wiseman's instructions and they got a corner
from their right wing. Their right winger drifted the ball over, curving out
to this wee left winger. The ball bounced awkwardly all over the rough gravel
and the wee winger was having a problem, just outside the 18 yard line trying
to control the ball. Meanwhile, John had launched himself from the goalpost in his right back position
and like the rampaging Rhino he was, headed out straight to the winger. I was
on the line next to Shug and I could hear him saying "for god's sake Jumbo,
get him before he reaches the penalty box". The wee winger was just outside
the box, with his right leg up in the air, just on the verge of bringing the
ball into control, as John thundered towards him to chest the ball, and him
right out of the pitch for a throw in. Awra best.
Submitted
by: Tommy Deehan I was born 1942, in Lawmoor St with 3 older sisters and 1 younger brother,
all attended St Francis, then Holyrood. I still have some nephews in the Gorbals.
My kids love to visit and walk over the swing bridge to the green. I remember
well the peanut and tablet man under the bridge, on the way to the palace, pictures
or the baths. Also remember Serge's chippy on Crown St, next to the Gerge. My grannie lived on Snowden St, off McNeil St. Does anyone remember Greasy
Peters on Rutherglen Road? Thoroughly enjoyed my visit, will look back again.
Thanks for the memories.
Submitted
by: John Paton I can't believe I have found this website, I've just started surfing. I met my late husband in the Gorbals, The George Bar in Eglinton Street in
1964. My husband was brought up in the Gorbals, Warwick Street. His name was
David Sharp a Taxi Driver with The South Tel South 3535. Has anyone out there got a picture of the George Bar? I was a barmaid there
when I met Davie. You can contact me at asharp@fsnet.co.uk Please keep sending in stories.
Submitted
by: Anne Sharp If anyone can send me info on the Gorbals in 1935 and also any history of Razor
Kings in the Gorbals it would be most appreciated. Also, if anyone has any sample essays written on the novel "No Mean City" by
A. McArthur and H. Kingsley Long, I would love to have a read at them. You can email me at grouse_is@hotmail.com
thanks.
Submitted
by: Not supplied Does anyone remember Dr Gladstone Robertson who's office was on the next street
over from Bridge/Eglinton Street, and just below Cumberland Street? That would
be from the 1950's plus. It was a sizeable practice with about 2 or 3 other doctors. I believe a book
was written about him.
Submitted
by: Edward McVey When I was born in 1955 I lived at 311 Lawmoor Street until 1964, then I moved
to 2 Queen Elizabeth Square for the next 10 years. My "Ma" still lives in th
Gorbals. I went to St. Francis Primary and then to "Bonnies". I remember the roasted
peanuts, tablet and the "George Pictures" as if it were yesterday. I have tons
of memories, climbing the walls of the gravey on Cally Road and the boys guild
trips to Balbriggan in Ireland.
Submitted
by: Tommy Houston Does anyone remember a restaurant on Florence Street owned by a Mr Knotts?
They sold slices of dumpling and rib, cabbage and potatoes. It was all a great
and cheap feed! Does anyone out there recognise my name? I was born in 72 Hospital Street in
1929, my maiden name was Carcary. I am new to computing and would like to correspond
with anyone who remembers me.
Please email me at tomthoms@paradise.net.nz
Submitted
by: Moira Thomas Hello to anyone who knows me. I lived in the Gorbals all my young life in the 70's & 80's. If anyone wants
to chat about the Old Playbarn on Cumberland Street, please email me at gerrygracie@blueyonder.co.uk
Submitted
by: Gerry Gracie I'd like to get in touch with anyone who worked in the Co-op Offices in Coburg
St during 1957 - 1962, and then 1966 - 1968. Those were the days! I did key punching. Please email me at ruththomson42@hotmail.com
Submitted
by: Ruth Thomson Hi my name is Rosalind Hynes formerly known as Peddie. I'm searching family
trees and I'm looking for information on the late Rev. Cameron Peddie who ministered
at the Hutchesontown church as a faith healer. The late Cameron Peddie was my
grandfather. If anyone has any information on Rev. Peddie, can you please email me at hynesSupermom@aol.com
Submitted
by: Rosalind Hynes Help... I am trying to contact Helen Wemyss from Australia, who posted an anecdote
on the Gorbalslive site on 21/12/00 regarding living in the Queen Elizabeth
Court Flats. Helen, if possible could you email me at agnes@agnesgovan.fsnet.co.uk
Submitted
by: Agnes Does anyone know who the two boys were in the famous 1948 photograph taken
by Bert Hardy? With all due respect to some of the "claimants" to be the subjects,
it is chronologically impossible! It is obvious that the two boys were about eight years old in 1948. That means
they would be about sixty in the year 2000. Some of the claimants are over seventy
which means they were probably doing their National Service in Germany or India
at the time. Can somebody clear up this important piece of Gorbals history.
Submitted
by: James Harkins My father, Arthur Glancy who is turning 80 in September was born and lived
in the Gorbals from 1922 until 1950. To celebrate his birthday we are preparing a "This is your life" presentation
and are seeking any information about that era. He lived at 63 and 65 West Street
and later in Warick Street. He attended School and church at St John's in Portugal
Street. If you could contribute any information, particularly photos or refer us to
those who may be able to help it would be much appreciated. Email me at glancy@smartchat.net.au
Submitted
by: Gary Glancy In response to William Ormonds request asking how Gorbals got it's name, a
colleague at Gorbals Initiative had come across a book called "Third Time
Lucky? The History and hopes of the Gorbals" by The Gorbals History Research
Group. (phew) In this it states;
Submitted
by: George Dunipace I have a quick question, who named the Gorbals and why? reason is my pal asked
me and I want to look brainy...
Submitted
by: William Ormond Paddy Crerand played for Duntocher Hibs, I watched him as a lad. I was born
in 1938 and served my apprenticeship in Singers in the 50s, I was in the same
dept as Paddy. Paddy's brother in law was big John Ferry, I often wonder where
big John is. He was a great guy from the Gorbals. I played a game of football
for Yoker with Charlie Gallacher and we beat Blantyre Celtic 4-1. I remember
Paddy's wife she was a bonnie lass with red hair. Bye the noo! Hughie Carey a Bankie
Submitted
by: Hughie Carey Does anyone know if there was ever a Drummond Ironworks in Gorbals during the
mid 1800s? If you have information please email me at cpechal@home.com
Submitted
by: Chris Pechal Hi, I just found this site and I'm hoping some native of the Gorbals can help
me find information on Benny Lynch. I've read a couple of books on Benny, but
I can't get enough of him. Any information on places in the Gorbals to visit
relating to Benny would be appreciated. I know he is buried in St Kentigern's
cemetery in Lambhills, but I don't know where that is so, any info would be
brilliant. My email isn't working properly, so any replies through this site
would be appreciated. I will check it regularly thanks.
Submitted
by: Johnny I was born at 453 Rutherglen Road in 1948 and went to Hayfield School, is it
still there? My first teacher was Miss McKnight and I remember being in the
school hall which had balconies around the 3 floors. Attended Augustine Buchanan
Church but was christened by Rev Cameron Peddie at Hutchensontown Church. He
was a great faith healer. We got our milk from Sloans Dairies and their house
was at the back of the shop built in a courtyard.
Submitted
by: Aileen Stewart Still looking for information on Michael Rushford? Also, I would like to hear
from anyone who went to St. Bonaventures School between 1971-1974. My name was
Margaret Flannagan at that time. If anyone remember's me or our school days,
I would love to hear from you? My email address is a mocoyne@lineone.net
Submitted
by: Margaret Coyne My great great grandparents were married in Gorbals on the 25th of July 1845.
They were William Murray and Grace Mitchell. The minister was the Reverend Walter
Duncan. Would anyone know what church that would be? I'd appreciate any information
you can give me. Please email gsrh1239@aol.com.
Thank you
Submitted
by: Gail Henry I was born at 33 Surrey Street in the Gorbals in 1948 parents Jeannie and Willie
Howie. Moved to Govanhill around 1953, went to Holycross then Holyrood. Enjoyed
visiting your website brought back a lot of memories. Still have brothers and
a sister in Glasgow up in Castlemilk. If anyone remembers me or my parents,
please e-mail me at Glaswegian@dellmail.com
Submitted
by: Margaret Boyett Hi, I was brought up in the Gorbals and now stay in Australia and have been
for the past 36 years. Due to an accident at work I am now disabled, paraplegic.
I would love to talk to another Scottish paraplegic. Please email matty45@bigpond.com
Submitted
by: Matthew McManus My parents were married in St. Francis, and I remember the Irish speaking in
their native Gaelic tongue on the streets. Thoroughly enjoyed your website.
Submitted
by: Patrick Sweeney My family lived at the corner of Crown Street and Caledonia Road, above the
Crown Bar. I was born in 1952 and I lived there until I was married in 1971.
I went to St. Francis Primary and Holyrood. I have lived in Canada for the last
twenty years and would love to hear from any old friends. My email address is
harmon@connect.ab.ac
Submitted
by: Richard Harman Thank you for all the great comments from Gorbals people about my website.
It seems that despite the poverty and poor housing, most people have fond memories
about living in the Gorbals. You have given me the encouragement to continue
painting and writing about my experiences of growing up in Crown Street. You can visit my website at www.thegorbals.co.uk
Submitted
by: Sandra Goosey Having looked at your photo in the virtual tour of the twomax building, I remember
a 'land mine' falling there during the war. P.S. A great history page you have made
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ps Brian has a framed picture of himself and Billy Dunn.
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27/10/02
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26/10/02
Catholic Schools on Tradeston Street. Started there in 1959 from St John's Portugal
Street. Girls last names that I remember are McKay, Fisher, McKeown, Docherty
and teacher Mr McKay. The school was opposite a boys school and next to that
was a sweetie shop. Must solve this one for my sister!
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Any relatives of above out there? Please email cappsfund@telus.net
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If you can help please e-mail me on
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02/04/02
Govanhill, Scotland
29/03/02
East Kilbride, Scotland
28/03/02
Edmonton, Alberta Canada
28/03/02
Glasgow, Scotland
25/03/02
Glasgow, Scotland
21/03/02
Glasgow, Scotland
20/03/02
Glasgow, Scotland
20/03/02
Coventry, UK
19/03/02
Sheffield, New Zealand
13/03/02
Stockport, England
12/03/02
Glasgow, Scotland
11/03/02
Saltcoats, Scotland
11/03/02
Saltcoats, Scotland
11/03/02
Ballynahinch & London
10/03/02
Toronto, Canada
09/03/02
Cardiff, Wales
06/03/02
so, Toms River
New Jersey, USA
03/03/02
Newmarket, Ontario
Canada
23/02/02
Plantation, Ft Lauderdale
Florida, USA
23/02/02
Livingston, Scotland
13/01/02
Glasgow, Scotland
03/01/02
Ontario, Canada
03/01/02
Kettering, Northhamtonshire
26/12/01
Porirua/Wellington, New Zealand
25/12/01
East Kilbride, Scotland
21/12/01
The bosses were Miss McMaster, Miss Harkins, Miss Gemmell, then Tom Hamilton
later in 1968.
Toronto, Canada
28/11/01
29/08/01
By email
19/07/01
By email
12/07/01
Australia
12/07/01
"It seems likely that its name is a corruption of two old words "gar" and "baile"
meaning the town's land and indeed the lands were purchased by the Town Council
of Glasgow in 1650. Originally it was a village known as Bridgend, as it was
located in the southern end of the bridge which since about 1285 spanned the
Clyde." I hope this helps to answer your request if anyone knows differently
then please post a message.
Glasgow, Scotland
11/07/01
Kirkwood, Coatbridge
05/07/01
11/05/01
California, US
30/04/01
Kilmarnock, Scotland
28/04/01
Luton, England
23/04/01
Glasgow, Scotland
19/04/01
Chicago, USA
12/04/01
Las Vegas, USA
11/04/01
Melbourne, Australia
29/03/01
Pearl River, New York
24/03/01
Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
23/03/01
Cardiff, South Wales
23/03/01