Perhaps I can be of some asistance if the birth related to the County of Inverness. The Inverness-shire Constabulary (County of Inverness police force) was re-consituted in 1858 to meet the requirements of the Police (scotland) Act 1857, and records (albeit only brief details) do exist of all officers who evcer served in that force. If I can assist with any enquiries pertaining to people who served in that force I would be happy to do so. Sadly records for Inverness Burgh (Town) Police do not exist back to the force's inception in 1858, but I do have partial information from later times, and similarly for Ross & Cromarty, Sutherland, and Nairnshire. A Constable post-1858 was a real occupation. There was quite a high turn-over of staff in those early days and many's an officer resigned or otherwise left the job after only a few years. Incidentally my wife's mother's family were Mathesons from Braes (Skye). Regards Dave Conner Force Historian Northern Constabulary www.northern.police.uk ----- Original Message ----- From: "J. Kurt Matheson" <KMatheson@Charter.net> To: <SCT-INVERNESS-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: 09 September 2000 01:49 Subject: [SCT-INV-L] Job Descriptions/Titles > Hello all! > > I have a Matheson cousin here in the USA who has a question. I thought someone on this list could > answer this one. > > Best regards, > J. Kurt Matheson > (Iain MacMhathain) > > <<I was just informed that our grandfather's occupation was listed as a > Constable on the birth registration of one of his daughters in 1864. Yet, > his death certificate and one some census reports listed him as a drapers > traveler/tailor. Being a constable, was he actually on the police force?? > Or was the term Constable used as a title for volunteer?>>

Hello Listers, I have received an excellent response about Kilmonivaig and Mother Mary and I promise that I shall email you when I study your replies and decide how to proceed. Bill.

Hello Dave, Sorry about the address. It is as follows: http://www.thefrasers.com Bob In a message dated 18/09/00 7:02:57 AM Central Daylight Time, fraser2@starpower.net writes: << Dear Friends, Thanks to the kindness of Carol Fraser the editor of The Loch Ness Times. We now have back issues from January 2000 until this past Saturday Posted on The Frasers. Just click on The Loch Ness Times on the main page. I look forward to this little on-line newspaper. It is informative and interesting. Carol takes time from her net business to publish the paper. She is a typical Scot thinking of others. My very best to all, Bob >> what is the address for the web page? Dave http://thefrasers.com This site is dedicated to all people of the name FRASER and - SCOTLAND-

Hi it's me again Can SKS please tell me what parish Glennevis is in please. TIA Andrea

Dear Friends, Thanks to the kindness of Carol Fraser the editor of The Loch Ness Times. We now have back issues from January 2000 until this past Saturday Posted on The Frasers. Just click on The Loch Ness Times on the main page. I look forward to this little on-line newspaper. It is informative and interesting. Carol takes time from her net business to publish the paper. She is a typical Scot thinking of others. My very best to all, Bob http://thefrasers.com This site is dedicated to all people of the name FRASER and - SCOTLAND-

Hi, Can SKS please tell me where this is, is it close to Glenevis ?? Cheers Andrea

In a message dated 17/09/00 4:58:25 PM Central Daylight Time, camb1@tinyworld.co.uk writes: << Many thanks to those listers who gave me information about Kilmonivaig and Mother Mary MacKillop. The latter was my second cousin once removed according to one of my family tree programs. Bill (In Sunny! Scotland). >> Bill are you any releation to Fiona MacKillop who lived on St. Ninian Dr.? Dave

In a message dated 18/09/00 7:02:57 AM Central Daylight Time, fraser2@starpower.net writes: << Dear Friends, Thanks to the kindness of Carol Fraser the editor of The Loch Ness Times. We now have back issues from January 2000 until this past Saturday Posted on The Frasers. Just click on The Loch Ness Times on the main page. I look forward to this little on-line newspaper. It is informative and interesting. Carol takes time from her net business to publish the paper. She is a typical Scot thinking of others. My very best to all, Bob >> what is the address for the web page? Dave

Hi all, If any one tried to contact me and couldn't, please accept my apologies and try again please. Regards Andrea

I would like to find the names of the parents of Archibald Campbell of Lochaber. Fathers name may be John Ban Campbell of Inveroy. Born in May 1808 and emigrated to Nova Scotia in 1816 on the ship Nymph, of Aberdeen. He had four brothers Murdoch, Charles, John and Angus. (Catholic)

History of Antigonish Rev. Rankin "Donald (Og) Chisholm, Harbour, Antigonish The above-named was an author of wonderful industry, and a chronicler of remarkable accuracy. As an example of his talent, and endeavours towards the perpetuating of the traditions and ideals of his race, there is in the custody of his family, a book containing 203 pages of closely written matter, very legible, and accurately indexed. Every inch of space in that volume, including even its very covers, were utilized for his purpose. In addition to the genealogical and general history of the Chisholms who came from Scotland to Nova Scotia, details of interest concerning other families were also embodied in the work. Births, deaths, and marriages were carefully noted, and many instances of longevity were pointed out by him.-----" The question my friends is Who's Got the Book. Hugh Niven

Many thanks to those listers who gave me information about Kilmonivaig and Mother Mary MacKillop. The latter was my second cousin once removed according to one of my family tree programs. Bill (In Sunny! Scotland).

Elizabeth, Your instinct was apparently correct that Jane MacLean's father would have married soon after her mother died when Jane was born. I just received a Death Certificate for Jane's half-sister, Anna or Annie. It gives the name of her parents as Charles MacLean and Mary Morrison. In the IGI, I found a marriage between Charles and Mary in Portree on 28 Jan, 1833. (I had guessed that Jane was probably born in 1831.) Annie was born on 24 Aug, 1847 according to the DC, which means she should be on the 1851 census. I appreciate all the work you have done for me on this. I hard a difficult time tracking down Annie and, since she married a MacLean, I didn't know whether it was she or her husband who was related to my grandmother. Im also sending this to the Inverness list in the hope that someone might have some information for me. Several people have been helpful. It's nice, finally, to have a ray of hope. But what do I do next? Marion Markham

Lorraine, As a relatively new researcher, I'd be curious to know how long it takes for you to get the information from Scotland. Perhaps you'd post to the list when you receive it? Many thanks, Susan ----- Original Message ----- From: espencer <espencer@magma.ca> To: <SCT-INVERNESS-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Friday, September 15, 2000 7:20 PM Subject: [SCT-INV-L] Marriage Cert > Hello Everyone: > > I am planning to order my first cert as last time someone else > got it for me. I know I have the right place (Barra) as the > number is the same for him & her. Am I correct in sending > 8 Pounds and all the details to The G R O for Scotland, New > Register House, Princess Street, Edinburgh. > Just want to be sure before I send it off. > Many Thanks Lorraine Ottawa, Canada > > ______________________________

Listers, My daughter, an antique furniture restorer, recently found a bundle of old photos concealed in a drawer at the back of a cupboard. As they have obvious Scottish connections she sent them to me - I will attempt to describe some of them with the hopes that someone out there might be connected to the people in the photos. There is a small envelope containing a locket size photo of a young lady., The writing on the envelope says that it contained an obituary notice of "your grandfather James M. Andrews". But sadly this is not in the envelope. The photos of the same young lady have a US connection, they appear to have been taken at a studio "Epler & Arnold, Saratoga, New York. " There are eight photos of a child all taken in Edinburgh studios. The first taken when she was about 2 years old. Some taken "November 1918 - 10 years old". She is posing with three toy donkeys, the largest of which has a plaid draped around it fastened with what would appear to be a plaid brooch with what appears to be the letter "F" in the centre. One photo of a man taken by "Warneuke, 127 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow" Edwardian I should think by the clothes. A family group, mother , father, son and daughter, "Saratoga Photograph Co. 197 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, New York". On the back is written "To our dear cousin Richmond, with love from each of the family". One of a lady, in Edwardian dress, with her arm on a blond haired boy dressed in a kilt with fox head sporran. Again the photographer is "Epler" She appears to have a black ribbon which forms a loose bow . It is pinned to the dress by what looks like a British Army regimental badge - somewhat resembling the double headed eagle of the King's Dragoon Guards. There is another photo of the same lady taken some years later in Edinburgh. If anyone thinks they have family connections, please get in touch with me, I would be happy to post them. It would be great to think they could be returned to "their family". Elizabeth

Hi Susan: I will keep your message and let everyone know how long it takes and the cost. I have decided to use my credit card, then there will be no problem of sending too much or not enough money. Good idea. Take Care Lorraine Ottawa, Canada

Hi Shanna and folks, to join the Jacobites list, send the usual message with just "subscribe" in the text box to JACOBITES-L-request@rootsweb.com Look forward to seeing you there. Regards, Mark Sutherland-Fisher Genealogist: Clan Sutherland Co-Genealogist: Clan Mackenzie Professional Genealogist specialising in the Highlands and 18th century see my web-site: http://www.highland-family-heritage.co.uk ----- Original Message ----- From: Shanna Jones <sjones@redrock.net> To: <SCT-INVERNESS-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Monday, September 11, 2000 2:11 AM Subject: [SCT-INV-L] Two Questions > 1. Do any of you know of a good Gaelic to English translation > dictionary? > > 2. Where is the Jacobites list? > > Thanks, > Shanna Jones > St. George, Utah > sjones@redrock.net > http://www.burgoyne.com/pages/sjones > >

Peter McDonald and Listers, The McDonald name in Inverness area attracted my attention. We have reason to believe a connection with McDonalds via Cromdale in the 1870's and 80's. My mother told me a family anecdote from her grandmother Jane Mary BAIN had census information and the bottom of the page. The William (BAIN) McDONALD aged 1 years is the same age as Marjorie BAIN. We are reliably informed that Mary McDONALD never married. We know so little and would like to hear from anybody who may be able to shed light on this possible connection. Our ties to Robert and Helen BAIN are definite. Our Grant connection is from "Lyngarry" just south of Nethy Bridge and Abernethy Forest. Our ancestors from the area are listed on christening IGI records as Grantown, Cromdale, Inverallen and Advie, Abernethy and Kincardine - immediate vicinity. Love to hear from you. Regards, David Miles. Gold Coast, Australia. 1881 census Dwelling: Tenement No 32 So Side Census Place: Cromdale, Elgin, Scotland Source: FHL Film 0203431 GRO Ref Volume 128-B2 EnumDist 7 Page 13 Marr Age Sex Birthplace Robert BAIN M 35 M Forres, Elgin, Scotland Rel: Head Occ: Cabinetmaker Journeyman Helen BAIN M 34 F Abernethy, Inverness, Scotland Rel: Wife Occ: Cabinetmakers Wife Francis Stewart BAIN U 10 F Inverness, Inverness, Scotland Rel: Dau Occ: Scholar Jane Mary BAIN U 7 F Grantown, Elgin, Scotland Rel: Dau Occ: Scholar Alexander BAIN U 5 M Grantown, Elgin, Scotland Rel: Son Occ: Scholar Nelly BAIN U 3 F Grantown, Elgin, Scotland Rel: Dau Marjory BAIN 1 F Grantown, Elgin, Scotland Rel: Dau == Dwelling: Fouranbuie Cottage Census Place: Cromdale, Elgin, Scotland Source: FHL Film 0203431 GRO Ref Volume 128-B1 EnumDist 2 Page 4 Marr Age Sex Birthplace Mary MC DONALD U 32 F Cromdale, Elgin, Scotland Rel: Head Occ: Farm Servant Lewis MC DONALD 6 M Duthil, Inverness, Scotland Rel: Nephew Charles MC DONALD 5 M Abernethy, Inverness, Scotland Rel: Son William BAIN (MC DONALD) 1 M Cromdale, Elgin, Scotland Rel: Son ==

Dear Joe, Welcome back, your news has made my day! Your sites were too good for melt-down. If there is anything I can do please don't hesitate to ask. I hope this coming year will be an easier ride for you and your family. Very best wishes, Jane -----Original Message----- From: Joseph Broom <broomjoe@yahoo.com> To: SCT-INVERNESS-L@rootsweb.com <SCT-INVERNESS-L@rootsweb.com> Date: 16 September 2000 12:04 Subject: [SCT-INV-L] Strathnairn & Nairnshire Heritage Sites >Hello Everyone, > >Just wanted to let those who are interested know that I will be >keeping the above sites on-line. This year has been a real >roller-coaster ride for me and my family and my genealogical pursuits >have, unfortunately, suffered a bit during the ride. > >As it turns out, I have not only decided to keep the sites on-line, >but I will likely be adding to them in the future. > >The URLS are as follows: >STRATHNAIRN HERITAGE PAGE >http://www.goodlyheritage.org/strathnairn >(aka http://www.geocities.com/~brooms/strathnairn) > >NAIRNSHIRE HERITAGE PAGE >http://www.goodlyheritage.org/nairn >(aka http://www.geocities.com/~brooms/nairn) > >There is still a bit of construction going on. Some of the links may >not work as I continue to reorganize and re-structure the sites. >Please bear with me. > >Jane, if you read this, could you please drop me a line. > >Thanks, >Joe Broom > >__________________________________________________ >Do You Yahoo!? >Yahoo! Mail - Free email you can access from anywhere! >http://mail.yahoo.com/ > >______________________________

In a message dated 15/09/00 8:24:34 AM Central Daylight Time, joandal@btinternet.com writes: Hallo Alan I doubt if the information I give to you will be new to yoyr ears, (or in this case eyes), but for others who may not know I shall try and answer some of your questions. << Hello all, I wonder if anyone might remember, or have heard about a fishing and gun tackle shop in Inglis Street. I'll rephrase that, I doubt anyone will remember it as I believe it was early 1900's : ) However, sometime after that, the shop became a hairdressers and tobacconists, with the owners being Alexander John Mackenzie (formerly Aircraftman 1st class RAF) and Mary Ann Mackenzie (MacDonald. At the time frame you mention the Royal Air Force was known as "The Royal Flying Corps. When that changed I am not sure. Here is a search for RAF: <A HREF="http://aolsearch.aol.com/dirsearch.adp?query=royal%20air%20force">S earch Results for "royal air force"</A> http://aolsearch.aol.com/dirsearch.adp ?query=royal%20air%20force There was, for many years a gunsmith in the market. Could this be any releation to the people you have mentioned? Sorry I could not be of more help. Dave Alexander used to live at Donieville, 14 Beaufort Road, Inverness and was my Grandfather, although due to an unknown reason I have never met him, and my Father only know him at an early age. Many thanks in advance for any info. Alan Mackenzie (Mackenzie, Reid, Cameron, Notman ..... and more) >>