D. Devereux
The Lochenkit Moor Covenanters – a Newly Discovered Account of a ‘Killing Times’ Incident
Recent, History
TDGNHAS Series III, 83 (2009), 229(WARNING large file size: 5.11 MB)
Abstract
The killing of four Covenanters by Crown forces on Lochenkit Moor near present-day Crocketford in Kirkcudbrightshire in early 1685 was one of the most notorious events of the ‘Killing Times’. Today, a walled enclosure protects the site of their grave and an impressive obelisk nearby records the circumstances of their killing2. However, an account of the incident has been recently discovered in a manuscript book held in the Stewartry Museum in Kirkcudbright, which, if accurate, offers an alternative interpretation of the event.
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J. Young
Punt Gunning for Wildfowl and Waders
Ornithology, Recent
TDGNHAS Series III, 83 (2009), 17(WARNING large file size: 5.11 MB)
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G. Riddle
The Natural History of Culzean Castle and Country Park
Mediaeval, Recent, Recent (Social), Zoology, Botany
TDGNHAS Series III, 79 (2005), 191(4.05 MB)
Abstract
Summary of a lecture delivered to the Society on 19th November 2004.
Originally a bare tract of crofts and a few trees, dominated by a Tower House, the environment at Culzean changed with the building of the mansion house by Robert Adam and the developme
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R.C. Reid
The Border Grahams, their Origin and Distribution
Genealogy, Recent, Mediaeval, Recent (Social), History
TDGNHAS Series III, 38 (1959-60), 85(WARNING very large file size: 44.37 MB)
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G. Bartholomew
Subterranean Tunnels at Tinwald House
Recent, Architecture, Parish History
TDGNHAS Series III, 33 (1954-55), 181(WARNING very large file size: 20.98 MB)
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C. M'Guire
A Ramble Along the Upper Solway: Cruggleton to Monreith Bay
Etymology, Zoology, Recent
TDGNHAS Series III, 18 (1931-33), 263(WARNING very large file size: 68.6 MB)
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N. Coombey
The History of Cally Designed Landscape
Proceedings, Recent, Recent (Social), Recent (Literature & Art), History, Agriculture
TDGNHAS Series III, 82 (2008), 160(2.63 MB)
Abstract
A presentation which revealed how the Murray family developed their parks and pleasure grounds at Cally, Gatehouse of Fleet. Although the designed landscape is now largely hidden by forestry planting many historical features are still recognisable and hel
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T.D. Stephens
The Birtwhistles of Galloway and North Yorkshire: Drovers, Industrialists, Poets and Spies
Proceedings, Recent, Recent (Social), History
TDGNHAS Series III, 82 (2008), 160(2.63 MB)
Abstract
Lecture in Kirkcudbright Town Hall The speaker showed how records from some dozen English and Scottish archives had enabled a picture to be built of the lives of three generations of the Birtwhistle family, possibly the greatest drovers and graziers of th
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K.H. Dobie
Church of Scotland Silver
Proceedings, Recent, Recent (Social), Recent (Literature & Art)
TDGNHAS Series III, 82 (2008), 160(2.63 MB)
Abstract
The illustrated talk was a journey from about 1600 to the late 20th century, showing how communion vessels developed in the Church of Scotland. The earlier cups date from 1617 when the Scottish Parliament passed an act that communion should be dispensed
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W. Holland
Francis John Stewart, LLB, WS
Obituary, History, Parish History, Recent, Recent (Social)
TDGNHAS Series III, 82 (2008), 153(2.63 MB)
Abstract
Obituary of Frank Stewart a Life Member of the Society - he contributed a numner of articles to the Transactions on the history of the New Abbey area.
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J.H.D. Gair
Duncan Adamson, MA 1936-2007
Obituary, History, Recent (Social), Recent
TDGNHAS Series III, 82 (2008), 152(2.63 MB)
Abstract
Obituary of Duncan Adamson a former President of the Society - he contributed a significant number of articles to the Transactions on various aspects of the history of the Dumfries and Galloway area. He acted as historian to the Anne Hill Committee.
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A. Gair
We Will Remember Them: Kirkcudbright's Sons (1939-1945) by Ian Devlin
Review, Recent, Recent (Social), History, Parish History
TDGNHAS Series III, 82 (2008), 150(2.63 MB)
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J. Pickin
A Concealed Sock from Kirkmaiden, Wigtownshire
Recent, Recent (Social), Folklore
TDGNHAS Series III, 82 (2008), 138(2.63 MB)
Abstract
A short article describing the finding of a sock in a recess close to the chimney flue at Mull Cottage, Kirkmaiden. The sock was found to be stuffed with thistles and it is suggested that it may be of 18th century date and concealed to trap spitits: it is
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D. Devereux
An Observation of Kirkcudbright's Town Wall
Mediaeval, Post-mediaeval archaeology, Recent
TDGNHAS Series III, 82 (2008), 136(2.63 MB)
Abstract
Brief report of the exposure of traces of Kirkcudbright's town-wall in the garden ground at number 62 High Street. The evidence from the excavation supports other similar exposures within the burgh.
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Jane Murray
Sir Herbert Maxwell: Chairman of the Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historic Monuments of Scotland 1908-1934
Archaeology (General), Prehistory (General), Antiquarian, Recent, Recent (Literature & Art), Genealogy
TDGNHAS Series III, 82 (2008), 115(2.63 MB)
Abstract
The Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland was established by Royal Warrant in February 1908, entrusted with the task of making an inventory of the ancient and historical monuments and constructions connected with or illustra
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N. Coombey
The Development of Cally Designed Landscape
Geography, Agriculture, Botany, Recent, Recent (Social), Recent (Literature & Art), History, Genealogy
TDGNHAS Series III, 82 (2008), 95(2.63 MB)
Abstract
This report has arisen from the production of a management plan for Cally designed landscape for the Gatehouse Development Initiative in 2007. That plan is a practical tool to inform management and maintenance of the landscape and interpretation and enjoy
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A. E. MacRobert
The Statistical Accounts
Recent, Recent (Social), History, Antiquarian
TDGNHAS Series III, 82 (2008), 83(2.63 MB)
Abstract
This article explores the distinctive features of the Accounts for the shires of Dumfries, Kirkcudbright and Wigtown and the changes revealed in the lives of the people and their environments between the First and Second and between the Second and Third A
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G. Thomson
A Possible Discoid Gravemarker at Kirkconnel Lea
Early Mediaeval, Mediaeval, Recent, Recent (Literature & Art), Architecture
TDGNHAS Series III, 82 (2008), 51(2.63 MB)
Abstract
The old ruined church and graveyard at Kirkconnel Lea on the Springkell Estate near Eaglesfield (NGR: NY 250753) is best known for its association with ‘Fair Helen’ Irving or Bell and her betrothed Adam Fleming de Kirkpatrick. This connection dominates th
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M. Kirkby
Excavations at Lockerbie Academy
Proceedings, Neolithic, Bronze Age, Mediaeval, Recent
TDGNHAS Series III, 81 (2007), 139(2.95 MB)
Abstract
An archaeological excavation carried out by CFA Archaeology at the site of the new Lockerbie Academy identified four concentrations of archaeological features. These consisted of a Neolithic timber hall, a segmented ditched enclosure, an Anglian timber ha
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G.M.A. Savage
The Railways of South West Scotland
Proceedings, Recent, Recent (Social), Industrial Archaeology
TDGNHAS Series III, 81 (2007), 138(2.95 MB)
Abstract
Railways in Scotland began with the Kilmarnock and Troon Railway, built by the Duke of Portland and opened in 1812. The first main line in the south west was the Glasgow and South Western Railway. This company came to dominate the south west, although alw
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D. Collin
Shipping in Kirkcudbright 1300 to 2005
Proceedings, Mediaeval, Recent, Recent (Social), Industrial Archaeology
TDGNHAS Series III, 81 (2007), 138(2.95 MB)
Abstract
The speaker gave a comprehensive review of all aspects of shipping in Kirkcudbright throughout the period 1300 to 2005. Particular attention has been devoted to identifying the individual vessels and further information will be found in the author's publi
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M. Service
Hannahfield and the War Department Connection
Proceedings, Recent, Recent (Social), History
TDGNHAS Series III, 81 (2007), 138(2.95 MB)
Abstract
An illustrated talk on the Dumfries Hannahfield estate c.1829-1928 was given by a local military enthusiast who, having discovered by chance two War Department Boundary Stones near the Kingholm completed some months of on site investigations and research
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M.M. Stewart
The 1745 Rebellion and the Southern Scottish Lowlands by A E MacRobert (A Review)
Review, Recent, Recent (Social), History
TDGNHAS Series III, 81 (2007), 125(2.95 MB)
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W. Holland
Additional Information on the Churches at Lochend and Beeswing
Recent, Recent (Social)
TDGNHAS Series III, 81 (2007), 124(2.95 MB)
Abstract
This short Addenda contribution provides additional information on church provision at Beeswing and Lochend in the light of Richard Smith's article 'Presbyterian Divisions and Edifice Rivalry in Galloway, 1743-1900' which appeared in volume 80 of these Tr
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D. Devereux
E A Hornel and Kirkcudbright
Recent, Recent (Social), Recent (Literature & Art), History, Parish History, Genealogy
TDGNHAS Series III, 81 (2007), 115(2.95 MB)
Abstract
This paper is based on the script of a lecture entitled ‘E A Hornel Citizen of Kirkcudbright’ presented by the author as a contribution to a study day arranged by the National Trust for Scotland, which took place in Kirkcudbright, on May 13 2006.
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D.E. Marsden
The Development of Kirkcudbright in the Early 19th Century by the Emergence of Voluntarism
Recent, Recent (Social)
TDGNHAS Series III, 81 (2007), 109(2.95 MB)
Abstract
In the 1790s Kirkcudbright was developed by an initiative inaugurated and overseen by the
Burgh Council and inspired by a touch of personal design imparted by the interaction of
the Burgh Council and the local lairds, the Dunbar family.(1) Thus there em
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C. Nicolson
The Ordeal of Patrick McMaster: A Galloway Merchant in the American Revolution
Recent, Recent (Social), Genealogy, History
TDGNHAS Series III, 81 (2007), 99(2.95 MB)
Abstract
Patrick McMaster was born on March 19, 1741, at Currochtrie in Kirkmaiden parish. This article describes the various vissisitudes that befell him while in business in Colonial Boston at the time of the American War of Independence. The article aims to con
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I. Macleod
Notices in Scottish Newspapers Relating to Dumfriesshire and Galloway 1699-1722
Recent, Recent (Social), Recent (Literature & Art), Genealogy
TDGNHAS Series III, 81 (2007), 77(2.95 MB)
Abstract
The notices and advertisements in this article were taken from The Edinburgh Gazette (1699-1708), The Edinburgh Courant (1705-06) and 1708-10), The Scots Courant (1710-20), The Edinburgh Evening Courant (1718-22), The Caledonian Mercury (1720), and The We
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A.D. Anderson and J. Williams
Bridgend Bridge, Dundrennan - A Monastic Structure?
Mediaeval, Recent
TDGNHAS Series III, 81 (2007), 71(2.95 MB)
Abstract
Bridgend Bridge at Dundrennan is situated on the branch road to Rerrick Kirk and Orroland and has the appearance of a mediaeval ribbed arch. In order to gain some idea of its age and origin, the writers have examined both the documentary evidence and the
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J. Hannay
The History of the Gardens of Dumfries and Galloway
Botany, History, Agriculture, Meteorology, Recent, Recent (Social), Proceedings
TDGNHAS Series III, 80 (2006), 179(3.8 MB)
Abstract
Lecture to the Society, 20th January, 2006. This talk related that Dumfries and Galloway has some of the finest gardens in the country which reflect the climate, topography and history of the area. There is a range of gardens that are right on the sea goi
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A. Campbell
Glenkens Schools
Proceedings, Recent, Recent (Social), History
TDGNHAS Series III, 80 (2006), 178(3.8 MB)
Abstract
Summary of a lecture given to the Society, on 18th November, 2005.
The illustrated talk on the Glenkens Schools covered all the recorded schools that were opened in this remote area of the Northern Stewartry starting back in around 1660. The Glenkens co
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D. Finnegan
Border Hints and Scientific Contagion: The Rise and Spread of Victorian Natural History Societies in Victorian Scotland
Recent, Recent (Social), Miscellaneous, Proceedings
TDGNHAS Series III, 80 (2006), 178(3.8 MB)
Abstract
Summary of a lecture given to the Society on 4th November 2005. The talk unearthed fragments of the rich tradition of publication participation in natural science by re-visiting the enthusiastic and idiosyncratic world of popular natural history in Victor
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A. Gair
We Will Remember Them - Kirkcudbright's Sons 1914-18 by Ian Devlin. A Review
Review, Recent, Recent (Social), Recent (Literature & Art), History, Parish History
TDGNHAS Series III, 80 (2006), 173(3.8 MB)
Abstract
Review of Ian Devlin's booklet 'We Will Remember Them - Kirkcudbright's Sons 1914-18' produced by the Stewartry Museum.
One of the most spectacular War memorials in Galloway is the memorial in Kirkcudbright. It stands in front of MacLellan’s Castle and
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A. Shukman
Kirkcudbright Pont-Aven: Artists in Search of Inspiration by David Devereux, John Hudson and Catherine Paget. A Review
Recent, Recent (Social), Recent (Literature & Art)
TDGNHAS Series III, 80 (2006), 172(3.8 MB)
Abstract
A review of the Stewartry Museum booklet 'Kirkcudbright Pont-Aven: Artists in Search of Inspiration' by David Devereux, John Hudson and Catherine Paget. For those who enjoyed the ‘Kirkcudbright-Pont Aven’ exhibition at the Tolbooth in 2004 this beautifull
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I. Macleod
Dorothy L Sayers in Galloway by Christopher Dean. A Review
Review, Recent, Recent (Social), Recent (Literature & Art), Genealogy
TDGNHAS Series III, 80 (2006), 171(3.8 MB)
Abstract
An extensive review of the Stewartry Museum publication 'Dorothy L Sayers in Galloway' by Christopher Dean. The reviewer provides additional notes on Sayers, her local connections and explanations of local practices and background.
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A.D. Anderson
The 'Classified Summary' of the Minutes of the Road Trustees of the Stewartry of Kirkcudbright
Recent, Industrial Archaeology, History
TDGNHAS Series III, 80 (2006), 168(3.8 MB)
Abstract
The purpose of this addendum is to make it known that copies of the above summary have been deposited for reference in the Ewart Library and the Archive Centre, Dumfries and the Stewartry Museum. It may be used to locate references to roads, bridges and
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A.E. Truckell
A Microfilm Miscellany
Recent, Recent (Social), History, Parish History, Antiquarian
TDGNHAS Series III, 80 (2006), 165(3.8 MB)
Abstract
A seclection of notes on Torthorwald Kirk Session, 1696-1882; the Baronie of Cluden papers, 1712-31 and Dumfries Burgh Treasurer's Accounts for 1708-10. The notes and observations were made during the course of the transciption of these records held on mi
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A.S. Morton
Newton Stewart: A 1939 Account of the Town and District
Recent, Recent (Social), Industrial Archaeology, History, Agriculture
TDGNHAS Series III, 80 (2006), 157(3.8 MB)
Abstract
During the course of a Field Study Meeting in Galloway, centred on Newton Stewart, the Institute of Sociology heard a lecture on 9th August, 1939. The talk had been prepared by Alexander S Morton but to his incapacity because of illness the talk was read
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A.R. Williams and P.G. Williams
A Field-Study Meeting in Galloway, August 1939: The Institute of Sociology, Le Play House
Recent, Recent (Social), Recent (Literature & Art), Geology, Botany, Archaeology (General), Agriculture, Industrial Archaeology, History, Antiquarian, Field Meeting
TDGNHAS Series III, 80 (2006), 143(3.8 MB)
Abstract
Between 1st and 15th August 1939 the Institute of Sociology, Le Play House, 35 Gordon Square, London held a field study meeting in Galloway. Centred on Newton Stewart the group set out to investigate the natural history, history and social science of the
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R. Smith
Presbyterian Divisions and Edifice Rivalry in Galloway, 1743-1900
Recent, Recent (Social), History, Parish History, Antiquarian, Architecture
TDGNHAS Series III, 80 (2006), 123(3.8 MB)
Abstract
Undeniably, old (parish and other) churches of any given area, particularly a rural region like Galloway, figure prominently in the historic and aesthetic landscape. Yet as ‘active’ components in their communities, for decades they have been facing an ong
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L.J. Philip
Planned Villages in Dumfriesshire and Galloway: Location, Form and Function
Recent, Recent (Social), Industrial Archaeology, History, Cartography
TDGNHAS Series III, 80 (2006), 105(3.8 MB)
Abstract
The eighteenth century was a period of considerable agricultural, social and economic change across Scotland, the era of Enlightenment. Many changes that took place then, agricultural enclosure, the development of new mansion houses with landscaped pleas
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C. Hill
The Mechanics of Overseas Trade
Recent, Recent (Social), Industrial Archaeology
TDGNHAS Series III, 80 (2006), 81(3.8 MB)
Abstract
The difficulty of inland communication had long encouraged the proliferation of ports along the Scottish coastline, with little to choose between them before the expansion and reorientation of trade in the decades following the Restoration. In common with
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J. Young
The Former Use of Flight-Nets to Capture Wildfowl on the Inner Solway
Ornithology, Recent (Social), Recent
TDGNHAS Series III, 80 (2006), 1(3.8 MB)
Abstract
Throughout the latter part of the 19th century, while shooting was widespread, ‘flightnetting’ emerged as an alternative method of obtaining wildfowl and waders for the table, barter or the market. Netting was practised intensively only on the north shore
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L.J. Philip
The Planned Villages of Dumfries and Galloway, 1730 to 1850: location, form and function
Recent, Recent (Social)
TDGNHAS Series III, 79 (2005), 192(4.05 MB)
Abstract
Summary of a lecture delivered to the Society at its meeting of 26th March 2005 at Kirkcudbright.
A planned village was defined as a settlement that was founded or substantially rebuilt in the 18th and early to mid 19th centuries with the support or appr
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I. Cochrane-Dyet
The Old Coach Road from Dumfries to Edinburgh
Recent, Recent (Social)
TDGNHAS Series III, 79 (2005), 192(4.05 MB)
Abstract
Summary of a lecture delivered to the Society on the occasion Members' Night 4th March 2005.
The Dumfriesshire part of the route of the old coach road through Tinwald, Lochmaben, Beattock and Moffat to the county boundary was described in considerable de
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D. Fairbairn
The Devil's Porridge Exhibition
Recent, Recent (Social), Industrial Archaeology
TDGNHAS Series III, 79 (2005), 192(4.05 MB)
Abstract
Summary of a lecture delivered to the Society on 18th March 2005.
The factory constructed in Gretna to produce cordite (the Devil’s porridge) needed for the manufacture of munitions for World War I was part of a much larger site extending from Longtown t
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J. Howard
John Hutton MD and the Dumfries Presbytery Library
Recent, Recent (Social), Recent (Literature & Art), Antiquarian, Genealogy
TDGNHAS Series III, 79 (2005), 192(4.05 MB)
Abstract
Summary of a lecture delivered to the Society on 4th February 2005.
A study of the Library bequeathed to the Presbytery of Dumfries in 1712 by John Hutton MD MP, to which later gifts and purchases were added. Hutton, a native of Caerlaverock, studied in
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