ROXBURGH QUERIES PAGE 2
Subject: GOLDIE
16 July 1998
From: Colleen Jones, e-mail: colleenj@tac.com.au
I'm looking for a birth of a Thomas Alexander GOLDIE born 29 September 1857 to Robert and Rebecca GOLDIE in a newspaper clipping on his death in Australia it stated he was a native of Roxborough. Can anybody help with his index number of birth.
Subject: DAWSON
19 July 1998
From: Marge Dawson, e-mail: rmdawson@snet.net
Hello, I am researching the Robert DAWSON line in Hawick. Robert Miles DAWSON-born sept. 14, 1879 married Christina Thompson HALL on Jan. 25, 1903. (Christina Born June 28, 1879). Would like to trace their parents in Hawick. Robert's father was also Robert DAWSON and his mother Agnes MILES-no dates known. Christina's father was William HALL and her mother Margaret CHISHOLM-no dates known. Any help appreciated.
Subject: ARMSTRONG
21 July 1998
From: Jim & Dalanne Miller, e-mail: dmiller@marshall.k12.il.us
I have photocopies of a family bible page with the following entries. Am trying to find where they lived, married, offspring, etc.
William ARMSTRONG, b. 17 Aug 1760 in Scotland d. 19 June 1834 married Betty WAULES (WALLACE?) b and d both unknown
Children: Simon ARMSTRONG, b. 16 Mar 1789 in Scotland, died 1844
George ARMSTRONG, b. 8 July 1790 in Scotland, died 18 Feb 1839 in Clark Co., IL. John ARMSTRONG, b. 29 Sept 1791 in Scotland, died 18 Nov 1812
Thomas ARMSTRONG, b. 23 Feb 1793 in "Louden Parish, Rocborough Shire, Scotland" d. 21 May 1849 in Clark Co., IL
Isable ARMSTRONG, b. 28 Aug 1794 in Scotland, married a McNABB
Andrew ARMSTRONG, b. 22 Apr 1796
Margaret ARMSTRONG, b. 1 June 1798 and married a CAMPBELL
William ARMSTRONG, b. 27 Feb 1800
Elisabeth "Bettsy" ARMSTRONG, b. 23 Mar 1804 and married Robert WATSON
Archibald ARMSTRONG, b. 10 May 1807
Thomas, William's son, married twice.
First wife: Nancy RAE/RAY, born 4 Feb 1795 and died 16 Aug 1822. Married 25 Oct 1821.
Second wife: Martha BALCH, b. 1797 in Kent and died 1846 in Clark Co., IL
Thomas and Martha's children, William, Isabella, Martha Jane, George and Elizabeth, were all born in Clark County, IL. I am descended from Isabella, the only child of Thomas to have any children. By the way, Clark County is in Illinois, halfway down the state from Chicago, right on the Wabash River.
We are hoping to make contact with more of our Armstrong family or at least find out if they really did live in the Roxburgh, Scotland area. If anyone can help, please contact Mrs. Dalanne Huffington Miller. Thanks so much
Subject: DAWSON
23 July 1998
From: Marge Dawson, e-mail: rmdawson@snet.net
I am searching for information of ancestors born in Wilton Dean, Scotland in 1879. Robert Miles DAWSON born on September 14, 1879 and Chistina Thompson HALL-born June 28, 1879. (They married each other on January 25, 1903 in Hawick. Need dates for RMD's parents (Robert DAWSON and Agnes MILES) and CTH's parents (William HALL and Margaret CHSIHOLM) Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Subject: HOBKIRK/HOPEKIRK/HOPKIRK
27 July 1998
From: Peter Stone, e-mail: dutse@pixie.co.za
I will be most grateful for any information on the above names. Known details are:
1. James HOBKIRK of Craigmillar Midlothian, b. 1770, d. 1795
2. William HOBKIRK, served with Roxburghshire Fencibles, b. ?, d. 1866,
m. 1889 Margaret LAIDLAW of Selkirk daughter of John LAIDLAW.
3. James HOBKIRK b. 1823, d. 1904, m. 1889 Mary Scott TAYLOR.
3. John HOBKIRK, occ. WS and East India Merchant, 8 Drummond Place Edinburgh, b. 27 Nov 1826 Ashkirk, d. 1876 Edinburgh, m. 11 Feb 1867 Margaretta Tatton LEISHMAN of Leith and Edinburgh.
It is thought that James HOBKIRK (1. above) was the son of Thomas HOBKIRK of Whitechester Ettrick, b. Abt 1750 who may have been related to or descended from James HOBKIRK of the Scottish Covenant Clergy who was drowned at sea in 1660 during transportation.
Subject: STEVENSON
29 July 1998
From: Marji Clubine, e-mail: mesc@flash.net
My 10th great was born in Roxburgshire. He was Henry STEVENSON, born before 1694. He moved to Ulster before 1708. I'm trying to get some information on him to ultimately connect to the McGREGOR clan. I've been told that the McGREGOR clan was in around an area called Atholl and another called Argyll. Are either of these places near Roxburghshire? Or am I barking up the wrong tree?
Subject: JEFFREY
30 July 1998
From: Bill Anstruther, e-mail: billan@mweb.co.za
I am looking for information about my great grandmother Jean JEFFREY. According to the 1881 census she was born in Jedburgh. Born ca 1850, married William Sandeman Peat of Glasgow 1872 and died 1894. If anybody can give me any clues on how to go about obtaining further information about this lady I would appreciate it very much,
Subject: CHISHOLM
30 July 1998
From: Marc Hiller, e-mail: candm.hiller@sympatico.ca
John CHISHOLM married Helen Young in Hawick on 23 July 1821. I am trying to determine whether they had a son, named Walter, born sometime before 1830. If so, where and when? If this Walter is found, he may be my wife's gggrandfather who came to Canada in 1851 or so.
Subject: LITTLE/ELLIOTT/WIGHT
4 August 1998
From: Louise Little, e-mail: Little@UDel.Edu
I am seeking any information about the following who resided near the border of Roxburghshire and Northumberland. Robert LITTLE, b.abt 1772 married Elizabeth Elliott about 1794. There was a niece Mary Elliott b abt 1798 and a sister Margaret Elliott. There were several LITTLE children, Mary, Robert, Jane, Ann , Catherine, Elizabeth, William, Mary, George and Henry. Jane married George WIGHT , son of John WIGHT and Eleanor MIDDLEMAST (married about 1787 in ?Pealiuck, Scotland; Is this a place or a misspelling?) and came to US as did most of the siblings. I have much information from those who came to US but cannot connect back any further. Any info is appreciated. Thanks.
Subject: LORAINE/LORRAINE
6 August 1998
From: June Kleider, e-mail: jkleider@ix.netcom.com
Searching the LORAINE (LORRAINE) family in Roxburgh.Based on Baroness Elliot's published history, my Loraines who show up in Coldingham Parish in 1745 may have come from Hawick area. John Loraine likely father of Robert b. 1745. I find John mentioned in Kirk Sessions in connection with the Aicheson family births in 1720s.
Subject: CROOKS/TURNBULL
8 August 1998
From: Lloyd Crooks, e-mail: lcrooks@mb.sympatico.ca
Robert CROOKS married Jane (Joan) TURNBULL in Lilliesleaf on March 10, 1832. Her parish was listed as Lilliesleaf, his as Ashkirk in nearby Selkirkshire. No trace of his family so far. She had brothers Robert and William. They came to Canada about 1842 (probably via Ireland) and settled near Galt, Ontario and eventually settled in Huron County, Ontario. Her brothers were already in Canada. More information on her family is available if interested. None is available on his prior to their marriage. Any information would be appreciated.
Subject: HOWEY
8 August 1998
From: BParks1936@aol.com
I am researching the HOWEY surname. My ancestor was said to be from Scotland but the only HOWEY I have been able to find in the British Isles that matches his name and birthdate is: John HOWY/HOWEY christened April 11, 1725 in Eglingham, Northumberland. Could he have been considered Scotish if born at that place and at that time? I appreciate any help!
Subject: THOMPSON
10 August 1998
From: Jeffrey M. Thompson, e-mail: jmthompson@geocities.com
I am searching for more information on this family:
Robert C. THOMPSON, my ggg-grandfather born about 1796 Roxburghshire, Scotland, died 30 Apr 1881, Hamilton Twp., Northumberland Co., Ontario
Christianna DOUGLAS(S), his wife, my ggg-grandmother, born about 1803 Roxburghshire, Scotland died 9 Dec 1877, Hamilton Twp., Northumberland Co., Ontario
They moved to Ontario Canada sometime before 1834 when their first son was born. I don't know if they were married in Scotland or in Ontario (or somewhere else?).
They had six children in Hamilton Twp:
John, b. about 1834, Agnes, b. about 1836, Helen, b. about 1838, James E., b. 14 Jun 1839, my gg-grandfather, Henry, b. about 1840, Ann, b. about 1842.
Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.
Subject: DEANS
10 August 1998
From: Mary J Ross, e-mail: mjross@cadvision.com
I am looking for my grandmothers roots she was born august 27,1893 in Lauder Berwickshire,or Roxburghshire her parents Mr and Mrs Joesph DEANS she had a sister Margaret and six brothers: John, William, David, Joseph, George and Alex. She emigrated to Canada in 1911 from Blyth. Her name is Eliazabeth Wilkinson DEANS, she died in Calgary Alberta Canada March 9,1980 any help on how to find the family tree would be appreciated.
Subject: SCOTT/JARDINE
14 August 1998
From: Anne Hupert, e-mail: aph@math.luc.edu
I'm seeking information about my gg-grandmother, Elisabeth (Betsy) SCOTT. She married Peter JARDINE on January 14, 1848, in either Melrose or Merton, and died in Melrose on April 17, 1893. Her death certificate gives her age as 68, and the 1881 census gives her age as 56—both indicating a birth year of 1824 or 1825. According to the 1881 census, she was born in Melrose, and according to her death certificate, her parents were Robert SCOTT and Betsy MARSHALL. However, I can find no record of her birth or christening, and I can't find any record of a marriage between Robert SCOTT and Betsy MARSHALL. Does anyone have any relevant information? Thanks for your help.
Subject: MASTERS
14 August 1998
From: David Statler, e-mail: dstatler@mail.state.mo.us
I am looking for any information on four brothers that came from the Roxburghshire and Peebleshire areas to Maryland/Virgina, USA in the late 1670's. Their names were James, Thomas, Robert, and William MASTERS. Any information about this brothers would be appreciated. Thanks in advance!
Subject: KIRKWOOD
15 August 1998
From: Dave Kirkwood, e-mail: dave@montpelier.demon.co.uk
I am interested in any information of the KIRKWOOD family tree in the Roxburgh area or surrounding counties.
Subject: AITCHISON/DODDS/GRAY/TAIT
16 August 1998
From: Diane Anderson, e-mail: anderson@tig.com.au
I am researching the following families from the Jedburgh, Kelso, Sprouston, Coldstream areas:
AITCHISON - Roxborough, SCT; Morpeth and Raymond Terrace, NSW
DODDS - Roxborough, SCT; Morpeth and Raymond Terrace, NSW
GRAY - Roxborough, SCT; Morpeth and Raymond Terrace, NSW
TAIT - Roxborough, SCT; Morpeth and Raymond Terrace, NSW
The names are so prolific that it is hard to tie my families with others. Perhaps you also have families with these names who settled in Australia?
Subject: BRUCE/SCOTT
16 August 1998
From: Barbara Butler, e-mail: barbbuck@pacbell.net
Looking for information on William BRUCE and Helen SCOTT, yes I know real uncommon Scottish names :-) !!!
This is the info I have.
William BRUCE born August 1821 in Galashiels, Selkirk. His parents may be John BRUCE and Agnes PHILIP?? If these are the right parents - siblings were John b. 1803; Katharine b. 1809; Thomas b. 1810; Margaret b. 1812; James b. 1815.
Helen SCOTT born September 1823 in Ancrum,Roxburgh. Her parents may be Robert SCOTT and Elizabeth BURNS?? If these are the right parents - siblings were James b. 1820; Margaret b. 1822; Janet b. 1830. Janet married a George BALLANTYNE
William married Helen SCOTT on 10 June 1845 in Melrose, Roxburgh. They had one daugher, Eliza, born in Scotland on 24 August 1848. They came to US in 1849/1850.
Any suggestions/help you can give me on my great-grandparents is very appreciated. Thank You
Subject: MAUT de MOUNCEAUS
19 August 1998
From: Christopher Mounce, e-mail: scotlisa@execpc.com
It has come to my attention that I may be related to MAUT de MOUNCEAUS of Roxburghshire who rendered homage in 1296. Does anyone have any information on him.
Subject: HUGGAN
20 August 1998
From: Tracy Huggan, e-mail: peppermint@auracom.com
I am trying to trace my family roots, and I have been directed to this list.I am looking for information about my gg grandfather James HUGGAN Born: Jedburgh, Roxburgh, Scotland May 3 1846 Parents: William HUGGAN Married: Dec 9 1831 Agnes TAYLOR. Any information about this HUGGAN family would be greatly appreciated. Thank -You.
Subject: DALGLEISH/COULTHERD/COLTHERD/COULTHARD
23 August 1998
From: Beatrice Mayo, e-mail: bam@dove.net.au
Am looking for information on the 1841 and 1851 census of Roxburghshire.
In particular the surnames: DALGLEISH John
Alexander
COULTHERD Elizabeth
COLTHERD Elizabeth
COULTHARD Elizabeth
Elizabeth married Alexander and I would appreciate any information that anyone may be able to supply. Thanks
Subject: SCOTT/WATSON
23 August 1998
From: Margaret Gettins, e-mail: M.Gettins@btinternet.com
James SCOTT (Ancrum) married Helen ? Son George b. 1872
Andrew WATSON (Mill Worker) (Jedburgh) married Janet OLIVER. Daughter Margaret b. 1873
George SCOTT married Margaret WATSON 23 Nov 1894 Jedburgh. They had 4 children:
James b. 1895 Jedburgh, Andrew b. 1897 Jedburgh, Janet b. 1900 Jedburgh, Agnes b. 1902
Subject: MURRAY/COLDCLEUGH
23 August 1998
From: Ross Murray, e-mail: murrayr@mindspring.com
According to his obituary (in the Stratford, Ontario, paper in 1903) Robert MURRAY, my grandfather's grandfather, was born in June of 1835 "...at Langshaw Lodge, Roxburghshire, Scotland...". I think I know where Langshaw is, but can anyone tell me what a "Lodge" would be, and in particular where this Lodge is or was? My search of LDS records returned no entry for the birth of a Robert MURRAY anywhere in Scotland within years of 1835. I know his mother was Elisabeth COLDCLEUGH, who emigrated to Canada with her sons William, Robert, and James (but without a husband) in 1856 to settle in the area of Woodstock, Ontario. She was born in 1807, but where I do not know.
William and Robert and James had a father William. Parish records for Melrose are inscribed "Booked for marriage: William MURRAY and Elisabeth COLDCLEUGH, both residing in this parish and married 5 Jun 1829". Should I assume William the elder met an untimely death precipitating the family move to the Canadas? By the time of the 1861 census of Upper Canada, William Jr. was 32 years old and a successful blacksmith--perhaps learned from his father in Peebles or Galashiels (according to family legend)? I cannot find satisfactory birth records for any of the sons. And there are hundreds of William MURRAYs that would be of marriage age by 1829—which one is mine? Any help or hints would be useful.
Subject: BLYTHE
26 August 1998
From: Laura Hoglin, e-mail: danhoglin@earthlink.net
Hello! I am looking for any documents, genealogies, sources, or information on the BLYTHE family originally of Yetholm. I am a descendent of Charles BLYTHE and Jane GORDON (b. late 1600's) Of their three sons, John came to America and was my gggg grandfather. I am a distant cousin of Charles BLYTHE, Gypsy King. Many thanks.
Subject: SCOTT/BRYDON
28 August 1998
From: Linda, e-mail: ALaney42@aol.com
SCOTT, William b.2/7/1823 in Jedburgh (Jedborough) m. BRYDON, Elizabeth brothers Thomas b.1/12/1825,Andrew b.9/12/1829, Robert b.3/12/1839, Charles b.12/20/1842. Sisters: Isable b.6/18/1821, Barbary b.5/10/1827, Ann b.12/22/1831, Margaret b.12/22/1836. At least William, Andrew, Thomas, Barbary and Elizabeth BRYDON came to U.S. I would guess around 1845-1850. Thank you for any help.
Subject: ROXBURGH
31 August 1998
From: WCovin6804@aol.com
I am descended from ancestors bearing the surname ROXBURGH. Thus far, I have traced my ancestry to William ROXBURGH c. 5 Feb 1634, Glasgow. Does anyone know how ROXBURGH came to be taken as a surname.? I would be grateful for your help. Thank you.
Subject: WOOD
1 September 1998
From: Brenton C. Wood, e-mail: bcwood@hotmail.com
Samuel WOOD, a writer, possibly the son of Thomas WOOD & Isabel CROSIER (CROZER) of Jedburgh, married Katharine Allan BLACKAD(D)ER, daughter of Adam BLACKADDER in Edinburgh, 1799. They had seven sons and two daughters baptised at Jedburgh.
Thomas WOOD (baptised 1800) was Consul to Patras
Adam WOOD (1801)
John WOOD (1803) presumably died in infancy
Samuel WOOD (1805)
John WOOD (1806) was an East India Co surgeon and later went to New Zealand
Charles WOOD (1808)
Alexander WOOD (1810)
Katharine WOOD (1811)
Isobell WOOD (1813)
In 1837 Samuel was Town Clerk of Jedburgh.
I have extensive information on John WOOD (1806-1888) and his Jedburgh born wife, Margery Maxwell ORMISTON (1822-1912), their life in India and their descendants in New Zealand and Australia. Would like to hear from anyone with information on the rest of Samuel and Katharine WOOD’s family.
Subject: KERR
1 September 1998
From: Steven D. Kerr, e-mail: skerr@mail.agt.net
Searching any information on James KERR. Only information I have is that he had a son Adam born 1789. Adam went on to marry Prudence KERR born 1795
Subject: TURNBULL
3 September 1998
From: Bronwyn Keighley-Gerardy, e-mail: foicom@iinet.net.au
Does anyone have access to the 1841 census records who would be prepared to lookup an entry for me? I am researching Oliver TURNBULL who was born in 1834 at St Boswells. Apparently his birth was not recorded. His death certificate records his mother as Christina TURNBULL, no father recorded. I thought the census records might give me more information about Oliver, his family, and his mother.
Subject: TODDS
6 September 1998
From: David Headley, e-mail: DHDG3@aol.com
I am looking for a William TODD who was the Head GameKeeper for Lord Strathedent at Jedburgh. He married Molly? Had a daughter called Dorothy. This is all I know can anyone help. He was born in Kintbury Berkshire 1867. Probably moved to Jedburgh from Richmond North Yorkshire about 1890. Thanks
Subject: GILMORE/GILLMORE/GILMOUR/GILMER
10 September 1998
From: Phil Gilmore, e-mail: philgilmore@teleplex.net
GILMORE’s in Roxburgh Circa 1615-1800.
Information on John, Robert, James, Moses, William, Thomas, Isaac, in migration to Cumberland Co. Penna. These folks were some of the earliest settlers of Western Pa. Any information will be greatly appreciated as it is virtually impossible to gain FREE access to European records versus Public "right to know" in the United States
Subject: VEITCH/YOUNG/CROSER
15 September 1998
From: Elizabeth Veitch, e-mail: eveitch@atl.co.uk
I'm looking for information on the VEITCH family, who lived in Linton around 1800. My gg-grandfather, Andrew VEITCH was born there in 1803, son of William VEITCH and Barbary YOUNG. There are some earlier references to William VEITCH and his wife Janet CROSER, around 1789, but it is not clear to me if this is the same William (and that Janet must have died young), or if it is a different William. Any information welcome!
Subject: ACUFF/ACOLF
18 September 1998
From: Zeb Acuff, e-mail: zebacuff@UDel.Edu
Looking for the name ACUFF and variants (possibly ACOLF) in the Roxburgh/Ashkirk area. We have a lead from a book titled "The Surnames of Scotland" that puts the descendants of an ACOLF near Ashkirk (Eschirche) ca. 1165-1249. If anyone has any thoughts on this, they would be greatly appreciated.
Subject: TELFER/STEVENSON
28 September 1998
From: Jim Lock, e-mail:Statework@aol.com
My wife's ggg gradnfather Robert TELFER was born 9-10-1846 in Jedburgh, Scotland. On his death certificate, his parents were listed as Henry TELFER and Violet STEVENSON. Robert left Scotland and arrived in the US in about 1865. Am looking for any information on this family. Thanks, Jim Lock.
Subject: FORSYTH
30 September 1998
From: Sheila Snyder, e-mail: JS1241@aol.com
Looking for parents of Thomas FORSYTH b ca. 1792 Scotland. He Married Isabel DICKIESON (perhaps DICKSON) b. ca 1790 Roxburghshire. Need her parents also. She did have at least one brother John who m. Mary ARMSTRONG. Thomas and Isabel FORSYTH had the following children:(1) Margaret b. 1817 m. James ALLEN Dec. 16, 1842 Melrose, Roxburghshire; (2) Anne b. ca 1819 Cavers m. John GRIEVE; (3) William b. Oct. 21, 1821 Deanlodge, Cavers m. Rachel ___ ; (4) Alexander b. Nov. 8, 1825 m. Anna SHACKLETON, daughter of James; (5) John b. Apr. 25, 1826; (7) Thomas B. May 13, 1828. Thank you. Sheila Snyder, 2038 Jananne Drive, Dexter, MI 48130
Subject: LAURENCE/TURNBULL
1 October 1998
From: Craig Buchana, e-mail: cbuchanan@shl.com
Hello. Looking for any information on the following couple and their families.
George Craig LAURENCE b.~1797 d.1873 Port Hood, NS.
Helen TURNBULL b.~1803 Melrose. d. 1892 Port Hood, NS.
Probably married 1823-1830 in Melrose.
They had a few children in Scotland before they left for Canada.
Eliza LAURENCE b.~1831
Euphenia Todd LAURENCE
Walter LAURENCE b.~1831
About 1835 they moved to Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia and eventually had 12 children in all. A book on the early residents of Inverness County, NS, claims that the Laurences (not necessarily George) owned a home which was purchased and highly prized by Sir Walter Scott. Does anyone know of George or Helens families or the house?
Subject: ELLIOT/HARDY/HONEYMAN
1 October 1998
From: William Upper, e-mail: CaptBilly@aol.com
I am looking for any information on Ann ELLIOT who married Henry HONEYMAN of Kelso in May of 1788. She would have been born 1760 - 1770. Their son George was born in Kelso in 1792 and married Elizabeth HARDY. Any information on any of these would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. William J. Upper
Subject: GREEN/GREENE
5 October 1998
From: Dawn Lepre, e-mail: jplepre@goes.com
I am searching for any information on my Mother's maiden name of GREEN/E. I came across some information that it might be of Scottish decent in the Roxburgh District. If anyone has any information on whether this name is indeed Scottish. And if they were a part of a particular clan I would truly appreciate and help. Even if you could steer me in the right direction. Thank you
Subject: BALLANTYNE
7 October 1998
From: Anne Gallacher, e-mail: anniebg@netspace.net.au
Help! Any information about William BALLANTYNE of Kelso, born about 1818. Father John BALLANTYNE, ( a farmer ?? ) mother Ellen LAUDER / LANDER. Possible brother/s John or Hugh John. William came to Victoria, Australia via Tasmania early 1840's. Thank you Anne Gallacher, Melbourne, Australia.
Subject: COWAN/DOUGLAS/WADDELL
11 October 1998
From: Janice LaFountain, e-mail: janicel@mcn.net
Seeking information on this family. Agnes COWAN b. 2 June 1821 Castleton, Roxburgh, Scotland d. 25 March 1925 Starbuck Twp., ND, USA married 28 Dec. 1855 at Hawick, Roxburgh, Scotland to James WADDELL. Her children: James b. 30 Sept. 1856 Lilliesleaf, Roxburgh, Scotland d. 4 Oct. 1904 ND m. 3 Apr. 1874 Bloomington, IL, USA to Sarah Archibald; Anna Margaret b. 29 Oct. 1857 Castleton, Roxburgh, Scotland m. ? Railton; and George DOUGLAS b. 6 Nov. 1867 Castleton, Roxburgh, Scotland. In a decree of paternity it states "In an action relating to the Paternity of a child named George COWAN or WADDELL born 6th November 1867, at the instance of Agnes COWAN or WADDELL, Domestic Servant, White Riggs, in the Parish of Cavers, against William DOUGLAS, Farm Servant residing at Liddelbank, Castelton, the Sheriff Court of Roxburghshire on the 8th day of November 1869, found that the said child was the Illegitimate of the parties aforesaid." Would like any information on any of the above. Thanks.
Subject: TURNBULL
14 October 1998
From: ROB1649@aol.com
James TURNBULLb abt 1770 and died 21 July 1850 at Fens. He married Nelly MOORE Oct 19th 1811 in Wilton. He married Janet CAIRNS Nov 12th 1826 in Wilton. Children of James and Nelly:
John b Feb14th 1812 Hawick
James b Sept 21 1816 "
Esther b June 25 1819 "
William b Mar 7th 1822 "
child of James and Janet, Andrew b abt 1832, Greensidehall, Hawick. James is buried in Wilton old cemetery Hawick . Can anyone help with more information. Willing to share info.
Subject: BRUCE
14 October 1998
From: Barbara Butler, e-mail: barbbuck@pacbell.net
Looking for information on William BRUCE and Helen SCOTT, yes I know real uncommon Scottish names :-) !!!
This is the info I have.
William BRUCE born August 1821 in Galashiels, Selkirk. His parents may be John BRUCE and Agnes PHILIP?? If these are the right parents - siblings were John b. 1803; Katharine b. 1809; Thomas b. 1810; Margaret b. 1812; James b. 1815.
Helen SCOTT born September 1823 in Ancrum,Roxburgh. Her parents may be Robert SCOTT and Elizabeth BURNS?? If these are the right parents - siblings were James b. 1820; Margaret b. 1822; Janet b. 1830. Janet married a George BALLANTYNE
William married Helen SCOTT on 10 June 1845 in Melrose, Roxburgh. They had one daugher, Eliza, born in Scotland on 24 August 1848. They came to US in 1849/1850.
Any suggestions/help you can give me on my great-grandparents is very appreciated. Thank You
Subject: FAIRBAIRN
15 October 1998
From: Andrew Chernysh, e-mail: chernysh@hotmail.com
I am researching the FAIRBAIRN family from Roxburghshire.
John FAIRBAIRN m. Helen ANDERSON in about 1780.
I believe they had the children Andrew and William.
William was born in about 1785 in Yetholm and died in 1867 in Wakefield, Quebec, Canada.
William married Jean Wanless in Yetholm about 1810.
About 1818, they came to Canada and had many children, Archibald, John, Ellen, George, William, Aylsie, Francis and Mary.
This George is my 3rd Great-Grandfather.
I'm am interested in corresponding with any distant relatives or folks who have family information.
Subject: LIMPITLAW
17 October 1998
From: Alistair Limpitlaw, e-mail: alimpitl@calcna.ab.ca
My surname, LIMPITLAW is one of the rarest in the English speaking world and I believe originates in the region of Roxburgh in the Scottish Border country.
There is a village of Lempetlaw, (surely of some connection) a few miles from the English border.
Dr Black's book on Scottish Surnames is the only reference I have, but from telephone directories there seems to be no listings now in the Border country. If it is possible to find out something more of the name I would be most thankful. Regards Alistair Limpitlaw, Calgary, Canada.
Subject: MEIN FAMILY from COLDSTREAM
19 October 1998
From: Wendy Gibson, e-mail: tawg@logicworld.com.au
Just starting out and trying to find any information on the MEIN family who originated in Coldstream before moving south to the NE of England, possibley Newcastle Upon Tyne in the late 1800's. Can you help at all, TIA Wendy Gibson, Sunny Brisbane, Australia
Subject: ELLIOT
20 October 1998
From: GHammon756@aol.com
I am looking for information on a Robert ELLIOT. All I know about him is that he had a son John ELLIOT, born in 1774 in Scotland. John married Christina MADON. John and Christina settled in Bovina, New York between 1800-1810. If you have any information that might help please e-mail me
Subject: FAIRBAIRN/DICKIESON/LEARMONT(H)/YOUNG/STAWARD
20 October 1998
From: Liz Rowe, e-mail: rowes@mail.wantree.com.au
Does anyone have any information on a Francis FAIRBAIRN marrying an Agnes DICKIESON in Kelso pre 1705.
ALSO a James FAIRBAIRN (born Kelso 11.11.1705) marrying a Margaret LEARMONT(H) 28.6.1734.
AND a Joseph YOUNG (b 2.3.1775 Yetholm) marrying a Mary STAWARD pre 1797.
If any of those names are in your family tree I would love to hear from you.
Subject: MABON
22 October 1998
From: Sally Meabon, e-mail: csm92@wilmington.net
Searching for any connection to George MABON born in 1745 in Roxburghshire, Scotland. Or his son, James born in 1790. George is said to have married a Margaret TILLIE who was born in 1755. Also, have heard there were MEABONS/MABONS in Petersboro a few years ago. Any contact you can locate for me would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Sally Meabon
