March 2002

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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
Govanhill, Scotland
29/03/02

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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
East Kilbride, Scotland
28/03/02

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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
Edmonton, Alberta Canada
28/03/02

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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
Glasgow, Scotland
25/03/02

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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
Glasgow, Scotland
21/03/02

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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
Glasgow, Scotland
20/03/02

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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
Glasgow, Scotland
20/03/02

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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
Coventry, UK
19/03/02

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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
Sheffield, New Zealand
13/03/02

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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
Stockport, England
12/03/02

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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
Glasgow, Scotland
11/03/02

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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
Saltcoats, Scotland
11/03/02

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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
Saltcoats, Scotland
11/03/02

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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
Ballynahinch & London
10/03/02

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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
Toronto, Canada
09/03/02

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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 http://www.thegorbals.co.uk.

Submitted by: Sandra Goosey
Cardiff, Wales
06/03/02

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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
so, Toms River
New Jersey, USA
03/03/02

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