GLASGOW HERALD
30 DECEMBER 1864
MARRIAGE
At Friar’s Croft, Irvine, on the 27th instant, by the Rev. Mr David Wilson of Fullarton Free Church, Mr Robert Craig, Saltcoats, to Elizabeth, youngest daughter of Captain James Brown.
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GLASGOW HERALD
30 DECEMBER 1864
TRIAL FOR BREACH OF TRUST
At Kilmarnock Sheriff Criminal Court on Tuesday – before Sheriff Campbell and a Jury – WILLIAM HAMILTON, grain dealer, Saltcoats, surrendered to take his trial on a charge of theft, or breach of trust and embezzlement.
The complaint was that he had, on 13th September last, received £25 from Mrs Robertson, wife of Thomas Robertson, flesher, Ardrossan, in order to pay it to Messrs Swan & Son, cattle dealers, Edinburgh and Glasgow, as composition of a debt for which they had imprisoned Robertson.
The prisoner was defended by Mr Guthrie Smith, advocate, and the case occupied the whole of the day.
Mrs Robertson deponed to giving him the £25. Mrs Peel, a relative then staying with Mrs Robertson, confirmed this, as well as a little boy, James Gowans, a nephew.
On the other hand, prisoner’s daughter, aged 18, and his son, aged 12, deponed that he had never left the house on the day on which he was alleged to have received it.
The prisoner had had several meetings with the Swans about Robertson’s affairs; and according to Mrs Robertson’s statement had got the £25 to pay in ready money, as he said he could, for that sum, arrange Robertson’s liberation.
The boy Gowans and Mrs Peel spoke to going several times to the prisoner to get back the money, and though he acknowledged it, he said he would not give it to anyone but Mrs Robertson herself. At last he denied it.
The witnesses for the defence already named gave a quite different account for the money she was receiving then, in the near prospect of a sequestration.
The jury found the charge not proven.
30 DECEMBER 1864
TRIAL FOR BREACH OF TRUST
At Kilmarnock Sheriff Criminal Court on Tuesday – before Sheriff Campbell and a Jury – WILLIAM HAMILTON, grain dealer, Saltcoats, surrendered to take his trial on a charge of theft, or breach of trust and embezzlement.
The complaint was that he had, on 13th September last, received £25 from Mrs Robertson, wife of Thomas Robertson, flesher, Ardrossan, in order to pay it to Messrs Swan & Son, cattle dealers, Edinburgh and Glasgow, as composition of a debt for which they had imprisoned Robertson.
The prisoner was defended by Mr Guthrie Smith, advocate, and the case occupied the whole of the day.
Mrs Robertson deponed to giving him the £25. Mrs Peel, a relative then staying with Mrs Robertson, confirmed this, as well as a little boy, James Gowans, a nephew.
On the other hand, prisoner’s daughter, aged 18, and his son, aged 12, deponed that he had never left the house on the day on which he was alleged to have received it.
The prisoner had had several meetings with the Swans about Robertson’s affairs; and according to Mrs Robertson’s statement had got the £25 to pay in ready money, as he said he could, for that sum, arrange Robertson’s liberation.
The boy Gowans and Mrs Peel spoke to going several times to the prisoner to get back the money, and though he acknowledged it, he said he would not give it to anyone but Mrs Robertson herself. At last he denied it.
The witnesses for the defence already named gave a quite different account for the money she was receiving then, in the near prospect of a sequestration.
The jury found the charge not proven.
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GLASGOW HERALD
31 DECEMBER 1928
DEATH
RAE: Killed by accident, on 29th December, 1928, Captain Sir JAMES ROBERT RAE, Annickvale, Saltcoats, beloved husband of Willa Noble.
KNIGHT KILLED BY MOTOR 'BUS - NOTABLE MASTER MARINER - TRAGIC ACCIDENT AT SALTCOATS
Sir JAMES ROBERT RAE, the Commodore of the City Line, was killed in Saltcoats on Saturday through being knocked down by a motor ‘bus.
Sir James was 69 years of age, and had been a master mariner for 37 years.
Sir James was walking with Lady Rae in Saltcoats, where he resided, when the accident occurred. They were in Ardrossan Road near the footbridge over the L.M. & S. Railway line, when Sir James stepped off the footpath, with the intention it is believed, of crossing the bridge to reach his house in Caledonia Road.
Apparently, however, he failed to observe the approach of a motor ‘bus which struck him and knocked him down. In an effort to avoid the accident the driver of the bus swerved it across the road, and it mounted the pavement and demolished about twelve feet of the boundary wall at Ardrossan Parish Council office. A motor car travelling in the opposite direction collided with the ‘bus and was damaged. Apart from the conductress who received bruises, none of the occupants of the ‘bus was injured.
Sir James Rae was found to have received very severe injuries. He was carried into the Parish Council Office, where he died a few minutes after the accident.
31 DECEMBER 1928
DEATH
RAE: Killed by accident, on 29th December, 1928, Captain Sir JAMES ROBERT RAE, Annickvale, Saltcoats, beloved husband of Willa Noble.
KNIGHT KILLED BY MOTOR 'BUS - NOTABLE MASTER MARINER - TRAGIC ACCIDENT AT SALTCOATS
Sir JAMES ROBERT RAE, the Commodore of the City Line, was killed in Saltcoats on Saturday through being knocked down by a motor ‘bus.
Sir James was 69 years of age, and had been a master mariner for 37 years.
Sir James was walking with Lady Rae in Saltcoats, where he resided, when the accident occurred. They were in Ardrossan Road near the footbridge over the L.M. & S. Railway line, when Sir James stepped off the footpath, with the intention it is believed, of crossing the bridge to reach his house in Caledonia Road.
Apparently, however, he failed to observe the approach of a motor ‘bus which struck him and knocked him down. In an effort to avoid the accident the driver of the bus swerved it across the road, and it mounted the pavement and demolished about twelve feet of the boundary wall at Ardrossan Parish Council office. A motor car travelling in the opposite direction collided with the ‘bus and was damaged. Apart from the conductress who received bruises, none of the occupants of the ‘bus was injured.
Sir James Rae was found to have received very severe injuries. He was carried into the Parish Council Office, where he died a few minutes after the accident.
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LONDON GAZETTE
1 JANUARY 1915
TEMPORARY COMMISSION
The following gentleman has been granted a temporary Commission as Lieutenant in the Royal Naval Reserve: -
DOUGLAS REID KINNIER, Captain of the Steamship ORTEGA.
DISTINGUISHED SERVICE CROSS
The King has been graciously pleased to give order for the Award of Distinguished Service Cross in respect of the undernoted officer: -
Lieutenant Douglas Reid Kinnier, Royal Naval Reserve, S.S. ORTEGA.
[Captain Kinnier is a native of Saltcoats, having been born there on 20 October, 1858.]
1 JANUARY 1915
TEMPORARY COMMISSION
The following gentleman has been granted a temporary Commission as Lieutenant in the Royal Naval Reserve: -
DOUGLAS REID KINNIER, Captain of the Steamship ORTEGA.
DISTINGUISHED SERVICE CROSS
The King has been graciously pleased to give order for the Award of Distinguished Service Cross in respect of the undernoted officer: -
Lieutenant Douglas Reid Kinnier, Royal Naval Reserve, S.S. ORTEGA.
[Captain Kinnier is a native of Saltcoats, having been born there on 20 October, 1858.]
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GLASGOW HERALD
1 JANUARY 1932
GIFTS FOR THE SALTCOATS POOR
The Saltcoats Magistrates on Hogmanay distributed the interest of the various trust funds which have been left to the deserving poor of the town, and 600 people each received a gift of 10s.
During the week coals have also been distributed and at the old folks treat 200 were entertained to dinner, and a musical programme was provided. Those who were unable to attend received a parcel.
The school children of the town received free admission to the Countess Picture House.
The Churches made their annual distributions of parcels and goods to the poor in their area.
1 JANUARY 1932
GIFTS FOR THE SALTCOATS POOR
The Saltcoats Magistrates on Hogmanay distributed the interest of the various trust funds which have been left to the deserving poor of the town, and 600 people each received a gift of 10s.
During the week coals have also been distributed and at the old folks treat 200 were entertained to dinner, and a musical programme was provided. Those who were unable to attend received a parcel.
The school children of the town received free admission to the Countess Picture House.
The Churches made their annual distributions of parcels and goods to the poor in their area.
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GLASGOW HERALD
1 JANUARY 1937
100 YEARS AGO – SALTCOATS WELCOMES GAS-LIGHT
“On Wednesday night (28 December 1836) the town of Saltcoats was lighted with gas for the first time; and in consequence of the circumstances, the bells were set a ringing and numerous parties of the working classes paraded the streets preceded by bands of music.”
1 JANUARY 1937
100 YEARS AGO – SALTCOATS WELCOMES GAS-LIGHT
“On Wednesday night (28 December 1836) the town of Saltcoats was lighted with gas for the first time; and in consequence of the circumstances, the bells were set a ringing and numerous parties of the working classes paraded the streets preceded by bands of music.”
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GLASGOW HERALD
2 JANUARY 1895
NEW YEAR’S DAY
Saltcoats:
The poor of the town were treated to a substantial supper in the Christian Institute on Hogmanay. A choir sang hymns and addresses were given by Mr James Armour (who presided), Mr D. Donaldson, Rev. J. D. Taylor, and Dr. Scott.
On New Year’s morning in the same place poor children had a good breakfast provided for them.
A united service of the West U.P. and Trinity Churches was held in the last named church in the forenoon – Rev. J. Drummond Taylor officiating, and, the attendance was large.
The streets were busy during the day, and shops were open as usual.
The Free Gardeners had an assembly in the Lesser Town Hall, which was well attended.
A soiree was held in the Wellpark Street Hall by the members of the St. Mary’s League of the Cross, Rev. P. McColl presiding, and an assembly followed.
2 JANUARY 1895
NEW YEAR’S DAY
Saltcoats:
The poor of the town were treated to a substantial supper in the Christian Institute on Hogmanay. A choir sang hymns and addresses were given by Mr James Armour (who presided), Mr D. Donaldson, Rev. J. D. Taylor, and Dr. Scott.
On New Year’s morning in the same place poor children had a good breakfast provided for them.
A united service of the West U.P. and Trinity Churches was held in the last named church in the forenoon – Rev. J. Drummond Taylor officiating, and, the attendance was large.
The streets were busy during the day, and shops were open as usual.
The Free Gardeners had an assembly in the Lesser Town Hall, which was well attended.
A soiree was held in the Wellpark Street Hall by the members of the St. Mary’s League of the Cross, Rev. P. McColl presiding, and an assembly followed.
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GLASGOW HERALD
2 JANUARY 1896
NEW YEAR’S DAY
Saltcoats:
The poor were entertained to a substantial supper on Hogmanay in the Christian Institute.
On New Year’s morning a large number of children were treated to a free breakfast in the Christian Institute by the Young Men’s Christian Association.
The inmates of the Mission Coast Home and friends were entertained to dinner – Rev. D. Greenhill presiding. A number of hymns and solos were afterwards sung.
The congregations of Trinity and West U.P. Churches had a joint service in the West Church at noon.
The Justices recommended that licensed premises be closed on New Year’s Day, but in only one case was the recommendation complied with.
The streets were very busy with people on holiday, but they were orderly.
In the evening a public soiree and concert took place in the Town Hall in connection with the Temperance Union – Rev. J. Brand Scott presiding.
The League of the Cross Society had their annual soiree in Wellpark Road Hall, presided over by the Rev. Philip McColl.
2 JANUARY 1896
NEW YEAR’S DAY
Saltcoats:
The poor were entertained to a substantial supper on Hogmanay in the Christian Institute.
On New Year’s morning a large number of children were treated to a free breakfast in the Christian Institute by the Young Men’s Christian Association.
The inmates of the Mission Coast Home and friends were entertained to dinner – Rev. D. Greenhill presiding. A number of hymns and solos were afterwards sung.
The congregations of Trinity and West U.P. Churches had a joint service in the West Church at noon.
The Justices recommended that licensed premises be closed on New Year’s Day, but in only one case was the recommendation complied with.
The streets were very busy with people on holiday, but they were orderly.
In the evening a public soiree and concert took place in the Town Hall in connection with the Temperance Union – Rev. J. Brand Scott presiding.
The League of the Cross Society had their annual soiree in Wellpark Road Hall, presided over by the Rev. Philip McColl.
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GLASGOW HERALD
2 JANUARY 1899
THE NEW YEAR
Saltcoats:
Watch-night services were held in the Christian Institute.
The poor of the town were entertained to a substantial supper in the Young Men’s Christian* Association on Saturday night, when there was a large attendance.
Breakfast was provided for the children on New Year’s morning in the Christian Institute.
2 JANUARY 1899
THE NEW YEAR
Saltcoats:
Watch-night services were held in the Christian Institute.
The poor of the town were entertained to a substantial supper in the Young Men’s Christian* Association on Saturday night, when there was a large attendance.
Breakfast was provided for the children on New Year’s morning in the Christian Institute.
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GLASGOW HERALD
3 JANUARY 1851
BIRTH
At Quay Street, Saltcoats, on the 28th ultimo, Mrs James Fullerton; a daughter.
3 JANUARY 1851
BIRTH
At Quay Street, Saltcoats, on the 28th ultimo, Mrs James Fullerton; a daughter.
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GLASGOW HERALD
3 JANUARY 1851
MARRIAGE
At Saltcoats, on the 23rd ultimo, by the Rev. James Giffen, Mr Robert Bennett, clothier, Glasgow, to Jane, only daughter of Mr Hugh Galt, shoemaker.
3 JANUARY 1851
MARRIAGE
At Saltcoats, on the 23rd ultimo, by the Rev. James Giffen, Mr Robert Bennett, clothier, Glasgow, to Jane, only daughter of Mr Hugh Galt, shoemaker.
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GLASGOW HERALD
3 JANUARY 1853
BIRTH
At Hamilton Street, Saltcoats, on the 28th ultimo, the wife of Robert Wallace, Esquire, surgeon; a daughter.
3 JANUARY 1853
BIRTH
At Hamilton Street, Saltcoats, on the 28th ultimo, the wife of Robert Wallace, Esquire, surgeon; a daughter.
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