NON-FOOTBALL STORIES 1901
While looking through old documents, it is almost inevitable that the
reader's attention will be drawn from the intended target to other articles.
The reports below were found in old Ardrossan and Saltcoats Heralds and Ardrossan,
Saltcoats and Stevenston Standards. Although they have no football content,
they may be of interest.
SAD AT HOLIDAYS
ENDING
Some of the Academy boys felt a bit nasty at having to end their holiday on
Thursday (3 January 1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 4 January 1901
VULGAR CAMERAS IN ARDROSSAN?
A Kew gentleman was refused admission to Kew Gardens on Boxing Day to take photos
of botanical subjects and was informed that cameras were 'rather vulgar'. Ardrossan
has a lot of the same 'vulgar' things.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 4 January 1901
MASON FINED FOR ASSAULTING
HIS WIFE
A mason, for assaulting his wife in Barr Lane, appeared at the Burgh Court one
morning this week where Bailie Goodwin brought the mighty fist of the law down
on him. The sentence was 7s 6d or five days.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 4 January 1901
DISAPPEARANCE OF AN ARDROSSAN
WOMAN
A woman, the wife of a mason, left her home at 25 Harbour Place, Ardrossan (shown
below in 2002) on Sunday afternoon last (30 December 1900) and has not been
heard of since. The circumstances connected with her disappearance, have given
rise to very grave apprehension. Before leaving the house on Sunday afternoon,
the woman gave her purse to her son, a lad of about fifteen, telling him to
be careful not to lose it as it contained a large sum of money. Her son asked
where she was going and she replied that she was going out for some pies for
the tea. She did not return home. Since then, a number of articles of female
clothing have been found in the vicinity of The Inches at the point off which
the water is deep. The articles comprised a red knitted shoulder cape, a plaid
and an apron and have been identified as the property of the missing woman.
At the time of writing, no further facts relative to the appearance of the woman
have transpired but the worst is feared.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 4 January 1901
KILMAHEW HOUSE BECOMES MUNICIPAL
BUILDINGS
The Commissioners and the Burgh officials have now entered upon the occupancy
of Kilmahew (shown below in 1978) as municipal buildings. The final structure
has been furnished by the Commissioners in a manner that delivers them from
the charge of having proceeded in this matter without regard either to the dignity
of the Burgh or the traditions of the building which has now become the centre
of the civic life of the community. Ardrossan is not a pocket burgh but is a
Burgh with a pocket pretty deep and well-lined as the municipal buildings proclaim
to all who care to visit them.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 4 January 1901
COUNCILLOR BENNETT WORKED
HARD ON MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS
Councillor Bennett is to be congratulated on the result of his individual efforts
to furnish and decorate the new municipal building to a creditable, praiseworthy
manner. The burden of the negotiations fell on his shoulders. There was no-one
in the Council as well qualified and the work undertaken by him has been discharged
most efficiently.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 4 January 1901
ARDROSSAN MINISTER CALLED
TO MANCHESTER
Reverend John Masterton, Ardrossan, has received a call to a church in Manchester.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 4 January 1901
ARDROSSAN CAMERA CLUB
Ardrossan Camera Club had a fitting close to the exhibition of members' work
which has been on view on for some weeks. A lantern show was given on Monday
night (31 December 1900) of prize and other plates. The attendance was good
and the evening highly appreciated. Viewed as a whole, the work of the Club
reveals a distinct advance. There were some exhibits that would have brought
credit to the professional photographer and what was specially noteworthy was
the discernment shown in the choice of bits. In that respect, the development
of the artistic faculty was as observable as in the finished production. What
would like to see would be a larger field of competitors. The industry of the
few has apparently cooled the ardour of the many. This need not be so and we
trust that the next exhibition will be indicative of the photographic talent
of the Club as a whole.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 4 January 1901
ARDROSSAN LITERARY SOCIETY
The opening meeting of the second half of the session, presided over by Mr McLean,
was held in the Free Church Hall on Tuesday night (8 January 1901) when the
honorary president, Mr William Guthrie, addressed the Society.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 11 January 1901
ARDROSSAN ARTIST SELLS DRAWING
Mr Andrew Allan has been successful in selling two
silverpoint drawings exhibited in the Aberdeen exhibition.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 18 January 1901
Andrew
Allan was born in Ardrossan in 1863, was a
student of the Glasgow School of Art from 1882 to 1896 and went on to become
an acknowledged lithographic artist. He was also mentioned in the Heralds of
25 December 1891, 3
February 1893, 16
March 1900 and
30 March 1900.
ARDROSSAN MAN BECOMES MARINE
ENGINEER
Mr John, Boyd, Rowallan, Glasgow Street, Ardrossan (shown below in the early
1900s) has succeeding in passing his final examination as a marine engineer.
He was a pupil of Mr McGibbon, Glasgow.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 18 January 1901
OPPOSITION TO ARDROSSAN WATER
SCHEME
The Ardrossan Water Scheme is not to pass unopposed. The following have lodged
petitions to be heard against the provisional order being proceeding with -
Glasgow and South-Western Railway Company, Caledonian Railway Company, Trustees
of the Scottish Legal Life Assurance Company, George Morton of Montfode, Lady
Sophia Montgomery, Ardrossan Harbour Company and Lanarkshire and Ayrshire Railway
Company.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 18 January 1901
VANDALISM ON CASTLE HILL
There is fresh complaint of vandalism on the Castle Hill (shown below left in
2012). Two of the seats so much appreciated by the public in the summer months
were this winter left on the hill. One of them was placed near the old graveyard
(shown below right in 2012) where it afforded grateful rest to pedestrians climbing
the hill from either side but it was overturned so often that it was removed
to the fountain and has since been broken. The mischievousness which thus abuses
and destroys public conveniences should be severely punished.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 18 January 1901
ARDROSSAN TUGBOAT
Though the Ardrossan tugboat was too late in arriving at Holy Isle on Friday
morning last (11 January 1901) to be of service to the Anchor Line Ethiopia,
the despatch shown by everybody concerned was most praiseworthy. Twenty minutes
after the intelligence that the liner was ashore reached Mr Stevenson, Receiver
of Wrecks, Captain Shields, harbour-master had the Greville-Vernon out of the
harbour. Captain Murchie was in command and Mr Stevenson was on board. Diligent
search was made for the Ethiopia but as the big ship had been taken off in the
interval, no sign of her was seen. The tugboat picked up the Kildonnan lifeboat
near the lighthouse and took her in tow to Lamlash.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 18 January 1901
EVANGELICAL UNION CONGREGATIONAL
CHURCH BUSINESS MEETING
The annual business meeting of this congregation was held in the Hall, Glasgow
Street on Wednesday evening last (16 January 1901), Reverend John Masterton
presiding. The balance sheet showed a total income for congregational purposes
of £220 17s 3d. The total amount received from all sources in aid of the
new church building scheme was £738 18s of which £540 had been expended
on the purchase of the building and site of the hall. Other expenses connected
therewith brought up the total expenditure to £738 11s 10. Saturday Night
Meeting Fund showed a balance of £4 12s 9 1/2d on the right side. Office
bearers were elected. Mr J Vickers was elected president; Mr H Campbell, treasurer;
Mr Thomas Watson, secretary and Messrs H Bain and T Wilson, auditors. A few
additions were made to the Board of Managers.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 18 January 1901
SALTCOATS AND ARDROSSAN ROYAL
ARCH LODGE NUMBER 320
This Lodge began the century well by initiating seven candidates. The chair
was occupied by Brother John Stewart, Right Worshipful Master, who was supported
by Immediate Past Master Brother Murray and past Masters Brothers Murchie and
Aird. The ceremony was conducted by Brother Aird in his usual masterly style.
There was a large turnout of the brethren, the lodge-room being taxed to its
utmost. The Brethren expressed the opinion that the time had now come for providing
a more suitable lodge-room
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 18 January 1901
INDEPENDENT ORDER OF RECHABITES
- ARDROSSAN CASTLE HILL TENT
A social meeting, designed to promote social feeling among the members, was
held in the Templars' Hall, Glasgow Street (shown below as the Gospel Hall in
2002) on Friday evening last (11 January 1901). Brother R Craig, Chief Ruler,
presided. The attendance was not so good as it ought to have been but a fine
spirit pervaded the gathering. Songs were contributed by Sister Jeanie Mackay
and Brothers Blair, Craig and Green. Brothers Barbour and Donnan were the elocutionists
of the evening. Parlour games were engaged in till midnight when a pleasant
evening was brought to a close. The annual social meeting in connection with
the Tent comes off about the end of February or the beginning of March.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 18 January 1901
INTER-DEBATE ON THE HOUSE
OF LORDS
On Monday evening (14 January 1901), in the Temperance Hotel, Saltcoats (shown
below as Lloyds and Ladbrokes in Hamilton Street in 2012), an inter-debate took
place between the Ardrossan and Saltcoats Literary Societies. Mr H M Murdoch,
vice-president of the Saltcoats Society, occupied the chair and there was a
good attendance of the members of both Societies.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 18 January 1901
DEATH OF THE QUEEN
The death of those distinguished by their station but by their virtue more awakes
the mind to solemn dread and strikes a saddening awe. These words of the poet
were never more expressive of the feelings of a people than they are today of
the people whose delight it was to call Victoria, Queen. The death of her Majesty
has quickened every mind and cast a shadow over all the land. For four brief
days the nation prayed that she who was 'broad-based upon her people's will'
might be spared yet a while. She was their sovereign, well-beloved.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 January 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
ARDROSSAN LITERARY SOCIETY
FORTY-FIVE YEARS OLD
Forty-five years ago tonight, the Ardrossan Literary Society held its first
celebration of the twenty-fifth when the principal feature of celebration was
the number of addresses on literary subjects.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 January 1901
ARDROSSAN LITERARY SOCIETY
POSTPONES MEETING
The usual weekly meeting of this Society on Tuesday evening (22 January 1901)
was to have taken the form of a Burns Night but on receipt of the news of the
Queen's death, it was unanimously agreed to adjourn the meeting. Sentiments
of regret and sympathy were expressed by various members. The younger members
of the Society should get in some fine work on Tuesday first (29 January 1901)
when the question Is Marriage A Failure? will be debated.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 January 1901
HONORARIUM FOR BURGH SURVEYOR
On the recommendation of the Drains Committee, Ardrossan Town Council on Monday
(21 January 1901) voted an honorarium of £20 to Mr C J Shaw, Burgh Surveyor,
for extra labours in connection with the drainage operations.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 January 1901
SOUTH BECOMES NORTH
The power of the printer was illustrated in these columns last week. By merely
substituting the word North for the word South in our report of Ardrossan Town
Council meeting, he shifted a gas tap from South Crescent (shown below left
as South Crescent Road in 2008) to North Crescent (shown below right as North
Crescent Road in 2002) .
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 January 1901
ARDROSSAN YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN
ASSOCIATION
Lads attending the Bible Class connected with the Ardrossan Young Men's Christian
Association met in a social capacity on Tuesday evening (22 January 1901) when
an address was given by Mr Fleck of Glasgow. A series of cinematograph views
were added to the enjoyment of a profitable evening.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 January 1901
IN MEMORIAM - MR JOHN McAUSLAND,
SALTCOATS
Very many readers will learn with regret of the death of Mr John McAusland which
took place at his residence, Manse Street, Saltcoats on Friday last (18 January
1901). He was a native of Luss and in his younger days worked on the Clyde at
his trade as blacksmith. He came to Ardrossan as foreman blacksmith to Messrs
Barr and Shearer a position he occupied over thirty years. In addition to being
an excellent workman, he was well acquainted with literature and political questions
which he could discourse on with great fluency. In Ardrossan, he always took
a great interest in municipal affairs. Since his retiral from the shipyard,
he has for the most part lived in Saltcoats.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 January 1901
PRESENTATION TO MR ALEX MACKNIGHT
On Tuesday night (22 January 1901), in Dunstaffnage Cottage, Ardrossan (shown
below left in Caledonia Road in 2002), Mr Alex Macknight, lately employed with
Nobel's Explosives Company was presented with a handsome gold hunter watch from
the captains and officers of Nobel's Steamers. Captain Campbell of the steamship
Alfred Nobel, in making the presentation, referred to Mr Macknight's long connection
with Nobel's Company and of the esteem in which he was held by his employers
and the employees and wished him every success in his new situation. The gift
was suitably acknowledged. Mr Macknight has been appointed assistant sanitary
inspector for the Northern District of the County of Ayr, his headquarters being
Beith.
The photograph above right is reproduced by kind permission
of the Lismore Museum curators. Lismore is an island in the Inner Hebrides on
the west coast of Scotland. It is ten miles long and one mile wide at its maximum
and has a population of approximately 180. The bearded man in naval uniform
is Captain Hugh Anderson who was
born in Lismore in 1839. Written on the back of
the photo are the words 'In front of Dunstaffnage and Ardluing Cottages, Ardrossan
- probably taken at the end of last century or around 1900. The children are
possibly his grand daughters Christina and Julia Campbell but the lady holding
their hands is not their mother Mrs Campbell.'. Hugh Anderson rose in the marine
service to become a master of vessels in the coastal trade between Glasgow and
Liverpool before moving to be the commander of ships owned by the Nobel Explosives
Company at Ardeer, Stevenston. His service lasted for around thirty years into
his sixties. Around 1890, Hugh Anderson and his family moved from Glasgow to
Ardluing Cottage. The neighbouring house was called Dunstaffnage Cottage and
was occupied by Captain Colin Campbell who is mentioned in the above story.
Captain Campbell was a sea captain with Nobel's ships between the 1890s and
the 1920s and married Hugh Anderson's daughter, Christina. Hugh Anderson was
a competent poet and songwriter. He died in Stevenston on 22 August 1909. Further
information on Hugh
Anderson can be seen on the Isle
of Lismore's Community Website.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 January 1901
ARDROSSAN MAN WINS BRONZE MEDAL IN CAMERA COMPETITION
Mr J M Comrie, Ardrossan has been awarded a bronze medal by the judges in connection
with Greenock Camera Club competition.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 February 1901
ARDROSSAN MAN BUYS OUTFIT
FOR COLD GIRL
An Ardrossan gentleman did a kindly act the other evening on observing a wee
lassie stockingless and shoeless in the midst of a cold, biting wind. He led
her into a near shop and provided her with an outfit.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 February 1901
DOMINOS COMPETITION WINNERS
The dominos competition which has been running in the Ardrossan Liberal Club
for some weeks past has now been brought to a close, the following being the
prizewinners - first R Craig, second J Barclay, third J Gibson.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 February 1901
PRESENTATION TO REVEREND MR
MASTERTON
We direct the attention of our readers to the announcement of presentation to
the Reverend Mr Masterton to be made tonight (1 February 1901) in a soiree at
the Ardrossan Evangelical Union Congregational Church (shown in 1974 at the
left of the photograph below). We understand that the movement to honour Mr
Masterton thus has been largely shared in by the townspeople and that the desire
is general that he should carry with him to his new charge a strong sense of
the appreciation in which he is held by the people of Ardrossan.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 February 1901
PASSERS-BY INSULTED IN SOUTH
CRESCENT
A correspondent calls attention to the fact that for several winters past and
this winter as usual, it has been the custom for gangs of boors (not Boers)
- the rising buds of Ardrossan's noble manhood - to congregate in the vicinity
of South Crescent (shown below in the early 190s) on Sabbath evenings, passing
insulting remarks on passers-by, especially females. As usual in this locality,
as in others doubtless, one solitary youth has not the courage to insult a passer-by,
the insulted might turn on him and give him an Roland for an Oliver but being
safe in the security of numbers, he and his 'band of braves' can do as they
like. If one of our so-called protectors (shade of Cromwell!) were to haul up
some of the above-mentioned scions of society before the police court on a Monday
morning, it might act as a deterrent to others.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 February 1901
ANCIENT ORDER OF FORRESTERS
The annual business meeting of the Ardrossan Court Royal Oak number 6237 (Ayr
District) was held on Monday evening (28 January 1900). The annual report and
financial statement was submitted. The Society was shown to be in a very prosperous
position financially, the Sick and Funeral Fund showing a credit balance of
£637 odds and the other funds also being in a very satisfactory condition.
During the year, the numerical position of the branch has been strengthened
and at 31 December 1900, the number on the roll was 91. For the coming year,
the office bearers are C R - William Fullerton, S C R - Alex Auld, S R James
Jenkins, J R - Alex McEwen, treasurer - James Cunningham, secretary John Barclay.
Messrs James Watson and Alex Auld were appointed auditors. A reference to the
contributions and benefits rates shows that the Society is one that commands
itself.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 February 1901
ARDROSSAN LIBRARY AND READING
ROOM
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 February 1901
ARDROSSAN LIBRARY AND READING
ROOM
The Ardrossan Cooperative Society have agreed to subscribe £30 in aid
of the proposed Scottish Inland Convalescent Home. This is the kind of cooperation
of which everybody approves.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 February 1901
QUEEN VICTORIA'S FUNERAL
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 February 1901
ARDROSSAN CONSERVATIVES BECOME
UNIONISTS
The lesser has swallowed up the greater. In Ardrossan, there is no longer a
Conservative Association in the town. The sponge was drawn over the name at
a meeting the other evening and Unionist written in. We confess we are sorry
to find the old historical title discarded for a name which is quite as applicable
to the one political party as the other.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 February 1901
WERE THE PUBLIC HOUSES REALLY
CLOSED?
The announced intention to close their places of business all day on Saturday
(2 February 1901) was interpreted by some of the publicans of Ardrossan and
Saltcoats as applying only to their front doors. Their back doors were wide
enough to let in a good many patrons anxious to drown their sorrow. The 'open
door' policy would have been preferable to such an interpretation of their own
declaration.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 February 1901
ARDROSSAN AND SALTCOATS LIBERAL
CLUBS MEET AT BILLIARDS
Ardrossan Liberal Club and Saltcoats Liberal Club meet in a billiard match in
Ardrossan Liberal Club Rooms tomorrow (9 February 1901), eight players a side.
The game begins in the early evening. Next week, we'll tell you how it ends.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 February 1901
ARDROSSAN LIBERAL CLUB BEAT
SALTCOATS LIBERAL CLUB AT BILLIARDS
Teams representing Ardrossan and Saltcoats Liberal Clubs met in the rooms of
the Ardrossan Club on Saturday last (9 February 1901) and played a friendly
match. The conditions were eight players a side and the game 150 up. In a few
of the games, some good play was exhibited on both sides. The home team emerged
victorious by 129 of a majority, the scores being Ardrossan 1118, Saltcoats,
989. A return match is to be arranged at an early date.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 February 1901
ARDROSSAN GOOD TEMPLARS JOLLIFICATION
Ardrossan Good Templars have a jollification tonight (15 February 1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 February 1901
NO MEMORIAL WINDOW FOR QUEEN
VICTORIA
At Ardrossan Saint John's Church social meeting, ex-Bailie Harvey threw out
a suggestion that a memorial window for Queen Victoria might be placed in the
church by some generous donor or donors.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 February 1901
ARDROSSAN AND SALTCOATS INFECTIOUS
HOSPITAL OPENS
The new Infectious Hospital has just been opened for the reception of patients
at Springvale. The site lies about equidistant from the centres of the Burghs,
is well situated on the higher ground behind Saltcoats and has a pleasant southern
exposure. The buildings are four in number and designed to accommodate normally
fourteen patients and the necessary staff. In the event of an epidemic, however,
this number may be doubled without unduly overcrowding the wards.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 February 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
ARDROSSAN
LITERARY SOCIETY BURNS SUPPER
On Wednesday evening (13 February 1901), in the premises of the president Mr
Angus McLean, the members of the Literary Society held their annual Burns supper.
The president occupied the chair and Captain Shields ably acted as croupier.
There was a good attendance. An excellent repast was purveyed by Mr Robert Craig.
The King, Queen And Royal Family was given by the chairman in fitting terms.
The croupier gave The Army, Navy And Imperial Forces and Sergeant Allan made
neat acknowledgement. Mr Stanley G A Slater was entrusted with Our Town And
Trade and proposed the toast in a very able manner, Councillor Crawford replying
in like fashion. The chairman proposed The Immortal Memory in a characteristic
speech in the course of which he gave a pleasing manifestation of a favourite
study in an estimation of the poet's characteristics based upon a representation
on the features of the Bard which had come under the speaker's observation.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 February 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
There were references to Ardrossan Burns Club and
Burns Suppers in the Heralds of 27 January 1877,
5
January 1878, 2 February 1878, 4
February 1882, 10 February 1893,
31 January 1896
and 21 January 1898.
VOLUNTEERS' PRESENTATION TO
SERGEANT DODDS
During the past few months, a gymnastic class for members of the Volunteers
in Ardrossan has been conducted in the Drill Hall (shown below in 1974) which
is well equipped as a gymnasium. The class has been well attended and under
the instruction of Sergeant William Dodds of the local company of the Artillery,
the members have derived both pleasure and benefit from the class. The painstaking
and efficient manner in which the instructor has carried out the work for no
other reward than the satisfaction afforded by the beneficial results of his
efforts, so impressed the members of the class that they determined to show
their appreciation on a tangible form. This was done in a pleasant little gathering
in the Drill Hall on Tuesday evening (12 February 1901) when in the name of
the class, Sergeant Dodds was presented with a handsome gold-mounted umbrella.
The members present contributed to the enjoyment of the evening in a very capable
manner.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 February 1901
JOHN KERR
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 February 1901
RISING PREACHER IN ARDROSSAN
The Reverend S G McLennan, Glasgow, who preaches in Saint John's, Ardrossan
(shown below in 1913) on Sunday (24 February 1901) appears in the current British
Monthly as one of the rising preachers of the United Free Church.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 22 February 1901
STEAMER FROM ARDROSSAN LOST
AT SEA
The steamer Lucerne, Ardrossan to Saint John's, Newfoundland has been lost with
all hands in Trinity Bay. The crew of twenty-four belonged to Newfoundland.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 22 February 1901
COLLECTION FOR FOOTBALL
Football is going strong in the neighbourhood just now. 'Please help the White
Rose to get a ball. Pence makes shillings makes pounds - signed by the club'
was the heading of a subscription sheet presented by a coming international
about three feet in height to householders
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 22 February 1901
MR ROBERT YOUNG DELIVERS PAPER
TO ARDROSSAN LITERARY SOCIETY
Mr Robert Young was essayist at Tuesday's meeting (19 February 1901) of Ardrossan
Literary Society. He delivered an admirable paper on The Industrial Development
In The Last Century And The Race For Supremacy In The Present. The paper was
very instructive and highly appreciated.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 22 February 1901
ARDROSSAN HARBOUR BILL
The Ardrossan Harbour Bill passed the standing orders on Monday (25 February
1901)
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 March 1901
ARDROSSAN RECHABITES FESTIVAL
In the Town Hall tonight (1 March 1901), the Ardrossan Rechabites hold their
annual festival.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 March 1901
ARDROSSAN SERGEANT JOINS GLASGOW
YEOMANRY
Sergeant John MacDowall, High Boydston, and well-known member of the Ardrossan
Company of Volunteer Artillery has joined the Glasgow Yeomanry. He left Glasgow
on Tuesday evening (26 February 1901) for Aldershot in charge of one hundred
and six men.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 March 1901
FORMER ARDROSSAN MAN JOINS
YEOMANRY
Mr Alex McKellar formerly of Ardrossan and recently manager of one of Messrs
Thomas Neilson and Son's shops in Glasgow has joined the Yeomanry and left for
his country's service in South Africa.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 March 1901
LETTER TO THE EDITOR - WATER
STOP-COCKS
A new phase of the water question came under my notice the other day. Twice
I have had occasion to have the water turned off at my property in Princes Lane,
doing it myself. Yesterday, a plumber was called in. The man had absolutely
no idea where to find the stop-cock. It is placed outside the pavement altogether.
Surely I am entitled to expect that the Commissioners should place the stop-cock
in the pavement where it may be easily accessible at any time.
Proprietor
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 March 1901
LETTER TO THE EDITOR - WATER
STOP-COCKS
In answer to the letter which appeared in your last issue signed by the proprietor
of property in Princes Lane and in which he says the plumber who had no idea
where the stop-cock was, permit me to say that it was the proprietor who had
no idea as to where to find the stop-cock and further that it was impossible
for him to turn water off this branch by means of the stop-cock by means of
which he said it could be done.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 March 1901
LIBERAL CLUBS MEET AT BILLIARDS
Saltcoats and Ardrossan Liberal Clubs meet in the return billiard match at Saltcoats
tomorrow on (9 March 1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 March 1901
ARDROSSAN SERGEANT JOINS GLASGOW
YEOMANRY
Sergeant John MacDowall, Ardrossan, who was a sergeant who was a sergeant in
the local Artillery Company before joining the Imperial Yeomanry, retains his
rank in the mounted body. He is now training at Aldershot for South Africa.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 March 1901
ARDROSSAN SHAKESPEARE READING
CLUB
The Ardrossan Shakespeare Reading Club brought its fourth session to a close
on Monday evening (4 March 1901). The enthusiasm of its member ship of forty-two
is undiminished. The great dramatist's works formed the backbone of the reading
session but plays by Schiller, Massinger, Tobin, Beaumont and Fletcher and Sheridan
have also contributed to the programme. During the season, Sir Henry Irving
evidence his interest in the welfare of the Club by promising the secretary
of some of the copyright plays in his repertoire and it hoped that advantage
may be taken next session of this handsome offer.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 March 1901
ARDROSSAN RECHABITES ANNUAL
SOCIAL
On Friday evening (1 March 1901), the members of the local Tent of Rechabites
and their friends met in the Town Hall, Ardrossan (shown below in the early
1890s and early 1910s and as the Masonic Hall in 2003), the occasion being the
annual social. There was very gratifying turnout. Brother Robert Craig, Chief
Ruler, occupied the chair and with him on the platform were representatives
from Saltcoats, Stevenston and West Kilbride. After tea, purveyed in a very
satisfactory manner, the chairman introduced the concert program.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 March 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
ARDROSSAN CURLING CLUB HONOURS
SECRETARY
The excellent services rendered to the Ardrossan Curling Club by Mr William
Bryce, its able secretary, were suitably recognised last night (7 March 1901)
when that gentleman was entertained to a complimentary dinner by the Club in
the Eglinton Hotel (shown below in the early 1960s). There was a good company,
numbering about thirty, presided over by Major Hogarth.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 March 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
ACCIDENT AT ARDROSSAN HARBOUR
Yesterday forenoon (7 March 1901), as the steamship Hermia was leaving the docks
(shown below in the early 1900s), one of her crew met with an accident. The
vessel, on her way out, was coming down on Winton Pier, when William Williamson,
forty-five, boatswain, went to the side of the ship to put down a fender. When
the vessel touched the pier, Williamson lost his balance and fell heavily on
to the quay. He was badly stunned but no bones were broken. He was conveyed
on a stretcher to Barr Lane where he had been staying and is, we understand,
recovering.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 March 1901
FAREWELL TO HERALD JOURNALIST
Mr T B Cockburn, who has been associated with the Herald for a number of years,
is to be entertained in the Eglinton Hotel tonight, Friday (8 March 1901) and
made the recipient of a token of the community's respect for him as an individual
and appreciation for his helpfulness professionally and as a townsman. Mr Cockburn
sails for America on Saturday (9 March 1901) and the meeting tonight takes the
form of a God-speed. The arrangements are in the hands of an energetic and representative
committee with Mr Arthur Craig, solicitor, honorary secretary and treasurer
and we understand the function will be of the nature of a cake and wine banquet.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 March 1901
ARDROSSAN LITERARY SOCIETY
The usual weekly meeting of the Society was held in the Saint John's Church
Hall on Tuesday evening (5 March 1901), Mr A Crawford in the chair. A paper
entitled Criticism Criticised was read by Mr S Slater. The essayist characteristically
dealt in an able and comprehensive manner with the art and function of criticism
and its place in the literary world pointing out the main qualifications and
duties of a critic. The paper was an introspective one and was well-received
and favourably commented on in the discussion. Next week important business
falls to be discuss and as paper will be delivered treating of the political
and social problems of the day.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 March 1901
ARDROSSAN CYCLING CLUB FIRST
ANNUAL MEETING
The first annual meeting of the Ardrossan Cycling Club was held on Friday 15
February. The treasurer reported that there was a balance for the year of £4
0s 2d. The following office bearers were elected: patrons - the honourable Thomas
Cochrane, member of parliament (shown below in about 1900) and Mr Lewis Porter;
honorary president - Dr Macdonald; honorary vice-president - Mr Gavin Thomson;
captain - Mr D McInnes; sub-captain - Mr William Craig; treasurer - Mr Robert
Shaw; secretary and Scottish Cyclists' Union delegate - Mr George Thomson; committee
- Messrs H Fullerton, H Crawford, J Love, J Stewart and D McDowall. The Club
is again affiliated to the Scottish Cyclists' Union and intending members are
requested to communicate with the secretary.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 March 1901
ARDROSSAN NAMES OF ROLL OF
QUEEN'S BURGHERS
A number of Ardrossan names appear upon the Evening News Roll of Queen's Burghers.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 March 1901
ANDREW MELVILLE, THE SCOTTISH
REFORMER
Andrew Melville, the Scottish Reformer, is the subject of a special lecture
by the Reverend R Adamson in Saint John's Church , Ardrossan on Sunday evening
(17 March 1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 March 1901
LETTER A WITH NO CROSS-STROKE
A visitor to Ardrossan is curious to the number of shop signs in which the letter
A has no cross-stroke. Such As, he opines, are so numerous that their ubiquity
is become an infection of the town.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 March 1901
ARDROSSAN COOPERATIVE MAN
MOVES TO DUMFRIESSHIRE
Mr Davis Maxwell, late of the Ardrossan Cooperative Society's grocery department,
has this week, his many friends will be pleased to learn, entered upon the duties
of manager of the Cooperative Society, Carron Bridge, Dumfriesshire.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 March 1901
FOUR LITTLE SONGSTERS AT ARDROSSAN
BOWLING CLUB
At Ardrossan Bowling Club (shown below in 2010) on 22 February, a Scotch fancy
canary presented her owner, the greenkeeper, with four little songsters. How
is this for an early nesting? They are all doing well.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 March 1901
LETTER TO THE EDITOR - ARDROSSAN,
SALTCOATS AND STEVENSTON CHORAL AND ORCHESTRAL SOCIETY
Saltcoats, 11 March 1901
As a constant reader of the Herald and one very much interested in the work
of Ardrossan, Saltcoats and Stevenston Choral and Orchestral Society, kindly
allow me to make a suggestion which the committee of this Society might consider
and if favourable adopt by another session. Seeing there are as many honorary
members as fill more than three-fourths of the Town Hall, would it not be possible
to arrange a second concert whereby all lovers of music in the district could
have the opportunity of attending. I am certain that the Hall could be filled
a second time.
Yours et cetera
W A
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 March 1901
MAHATMAS IN ARDROSSAN
On Monday evening (11 March 1901), Dr Ormonde and party gave an excellently
varied and highly appreciated entertainment in the Assembly Hall, Ardrossan
(shown in 1974 at the left of the photograph below). Two hours were passed very
pleasantly by an audience that filled the Hall and Doctor Ormonde is certain
of a favourable reception whenever he thinks fit to visit Ardrossan.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 March 1901
FINED FOR FAILING TO EDUCATE
Two school board case came before Mr R L Alpine, Justice of the Peace, at Ardrossan
on Monday (11 March 1901). An Ardrossan labourer, for failing to provide education
for his son, was fined 10/- with 10/- of expenses. This was his second offence.
A seaman of Saltcoats, for a similar offence, was fined 10/- with 10/- expenses.
Fines were paid.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 March 1901
SALTCOATS LIBERAL CLUB BEATS
ARDROSSAN LIBERAL CLUB AT BILLIARDS
Teams representing Ardrossan and Saltcoats Liberal Clubs met on Saturday evening
last (9 March 1901) in Saltcoats Liberal Club Rooms to play off their return
match. It will be remembered that a few weeks ago the Ardrossan Club beat their
opponents by 129 points. Since then, the Saltcoats players have had a desire
to reverse this state of matters. Both teams were slightly altered and although
it cannot be said that any of the 'new 'uns' beat their opponents, they, nevertheless,
made a fairly creditable show. The conditions were eight players a side and
the game 150 up. On both sides at times, some excellent play was exhibited.
At one time it looked as if Ardrossan team were again going to assert their
superiority for after the first four games had been played, they were nine shots
to the good. After this, Saltcoats had some big 'kills' and the match finished
in favour of the home club by the handsome majority of 111 points. The scores
were Saltcoats 1111, Ardrossan 1000. Both teams afterwards met in the Station
Temperance Hotel, Saltcoats where after an excellent tea, a pleasant hour was
spent in song and sentiment.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 March 1901
ARDROSSAN GOOD TEMPLARS' SOIREE
On Friday evening last (8 March 1901), the members attending the Ardrossan Lifeboat
Lodge of Good Templars were entertained to a soiree and concert in the Good
Templar's Hall (shown below as the Gospel Hall in 2002). Brother Ramsay, District
Chief Templar, Dalry presided and was accompanied on the platform by Brother
Walker P C T, Ardrossan. Besides the little ones, there was so large a turnout
of adult members that the hall was completely filled.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 March 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
ARDROSSAN AND DISTRICT CAMERA
CLUB
This Club held its annual meeting on Monday last (18 March 1901) when the following
office bearers were appointed for the ensuing year: president - Mr James Newbigging,
junior; vide presidents - Messrs Thomas Guthrie and W Fotheringham; secretary
- Mr J M Comrie; treasurer - Mr J H Murray; committee Dr McClymont, Messrs Thomas
Harvey, J S Barbour, William Young, D K Mill and G Guthrie. Syllabus will shortly
be issued with proposed rambles and papers.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 22 March 1901
DANCING EXHIBITION
Tonight, Friday (22 March 1901), Mr D McGreish, teacher of dancing, brings his
classes to a close by an exhibition in the Assembly Hall, Ardrossan.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 29 March 1901
ADAMS
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 29 March 1901
ARDROSSAN ROWING CLUB?
Troon Rowing club is setting about its arrangements for the season. What about
Ardrossan's?
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 29 March 1901
STEAMSHIP LAUNCHED AT ARDROSSAN
The steamship Silver City will be launched from the yard of the Ardrossan Drydock
and Shipbuilding Company tomorrow forenoon (30 March 1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 29 March 1901
AMATEUR DRAMATIC ENTERTAINMENT
An amateur dramatic entertainment, under he auspices of the local lodge of the
I O G T will be given in the Assembly Hall tomorrow night (30 March 1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 29 March 1901
CANTATA POSTPONED
The cantata, A Day With Our Lord, which the musical association connected with
the Ardrossan Evangelical Union Congregational Church (shown below as the Winton
Rovers' Club in 1974) intended giving on Wednesday night (3 April 1901) has
been postponed owing to Miss Dullan's recital falling on the same night.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 29 March 1901
THIEF JAILED FOR FOURTEEN
DAYS
On Monday afternoon (25 March 1901), a man was observed from Glasgow Street
coming over the boundary wall at the Castle Hill (shown below left in 2006)
with some articles in his possession which, it was believed, had been stolen
from the bleaching green on the Hill. He got away while information was being
sent to the police. From the description given, it was suspected that this was
one of several 'hard cases' camped on the North Shore (shown below right in
2004). The police went there on Monday evening and did not find him. At two
o'clock on the following morning, they paid a surprise visit to the camp and
got their man. The articles stolen were two bedsheets and a nightshirt and no
doubt, considering the weather, the camp needed them. However, the thief will
have more comfortable quarters for fourteen days.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 29 March 1901
IN MEMORIAM - MR JOHN ALLISON,
ARDROSSAN
Mr John Allison, died at his residence, Princes Street, Ardrossan (shown below
left in the mid 1910s) yesterday morning (28 March 1901). The end came with
startling suddenness to a life beyond the allotted span and the news was received
throughout the town and neighbourhood with surprise and deep regret. Mr Allison
was one of the town's landmarks. Though not a native, having been born in Stevenston
in 1825, Mr Allison was for so long identified with Ardrossan that he was invariably
bracketed with the seniors who deserve well of the present generation for the
care and attention they gave to the development of the town. For a long period,
Mr Allison was connected with the Glasgow and South-Western Railway Company,
retiring from the service some twenty years ago. Assisted by his family, he
commenced the business of draper and clothier and by industry and enterprise,
succeeded in creating a large an successful concern. He had a wide circle of
friends and it is indicative of his character that for many years he maintained
communication made with the gradually decreasing coterie of the companions of
his youth who had gone to all parts of the world. In all public matters, Mr
Allison took an intelligent and enlightened view. He did not aspire to office
but candidates and representatives could always count on his support provided
their alms were directed towards the moral and social betterment of the community.
The Free Church Scotland had no more devoted a member than the deceased and
the congregation in Ardrossan will miss his wise counsel and generous support.
As we have said, death came to him unexpectedly from failure of the heart's
action. For a few days past, he had suffered from congestion of the lungs but
was well enough to be in his place of business on Wednesday (27 March 1901).
It is something more than coincidence that two weeks ago it was our painful
duty to record equally sudden death of Mr Allison's son-in-law, Captain McGill
of Liverpool. The funeral, which has been fixed for Saturday (30 March 1901)
at half past two o'clock, will be a public one thus affording Mr Allison's many
friends a last opportunity of testifying their regard to his memory and their
sympathy of those who are left to mourn his loss.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 29 March 1901
John Allison's gravestone in Ardrossan Cemetery is shown
above right. The inscription is ' Erected by John Allison in loving memory of
his wife Marion Thom who died 21 November 1891 aged 67; their daughter Susan,
wife of Captain Andrew Slater who died at sea 4 May 1879 aged 31 and is interred
in Rangoon; their granddaughter, Susan Slater died at Moulmien 4 August 1879;
their son Alexander died 19 February 1883, aged 27; the above John Allison died
28 March 1901, aged 75; his sons, James died 22 January 1905, aged 39, interred
at Rothesay; Robert died 6 June 1909, aged 39; John died 6 June 1909, aged 48;
their daughters, Marion, widow of Captain James McGill, died 8 March 1920 aged
66; Esther, widow of John Stitt, died 1 February 1938 aged 80; Elizabeth, widow
of William Penman, died 2 February 1939 aged 76; Helen, last surviving member
of their family, died 12 November 1939 aged 90'.
FORTY YEARS OF ARDROSSAN PUBLIC
HEARSE
It is now over forty years since the public hearse was instituted in Ardrossan.
It was on Friday 22 March 1861 that a meeting was held and the purchase of a
hearse decided upon. The sum of £82 had been subscribed and the committee
then appointed consisted of Messrs Boyd, Willock, Duncan, Wilson, Shearer and
Barclay. The present committee met in the Lesser Hall, Bute Place on Saturday
evening last (23 March 1901) when Mr James Fullerton, treasurer submitted his
report. The accounts should a balance in favour of the Society of £53.
Office bearers for the ensuing year were elected as follows: Mr William Guthrie
- chairman, Mr James Fullerton - treasurer, Mr John Smith - auditor and Mr H
Gemmell - secretary.
Votes of thanks were awarded and the meeting closed.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 29 March 1901
ARDROSSAN MAN LEAVES FOR SOUTH AFRICA
Mr James Quin left Ardrossan for South Africa on Sunday evening last (31 March
1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 5 April 1901
MUSIC IN SAINT JOHN'S CHURCH
Some fine vocal and instrumental music is promised in Saint John's, Ardrossan
tonight (5 April 1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 5 April 1901
EASTER HOLIDAYS
The schools under the Ardrossan School Board closed yesterday (4 April 1901)
for the Easter holidays.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 5 April 1901
ARDROSSAN SHIPYARD
Ardrossan Shipyard is brisk at present. Repair work has become a feature in
the business of the local yard.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 5 April 1901
ARDROSSAN BOYS BRIGADE
Last night (4 April 1901), in the Drill Hall, the Boys Brigade assembled for
the annual inspection. Considerable public interest was manifested. The Company
is a smart one and presented a first-class appearance. The boys went through
the drill in a very creditable manner which was to be anticipated as they were
instructed by Sergeant Major Ferris.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 5 April 1901
LAUNCH FROM ARDROSSAN SHIPBUILDING
COMPANY
On the forenoon of Saturday last (30 March 1901), there was launched from the
yard of the Ardrossan Drydock and Shipbuilding Company Limited a steel screw
coasting steamer, the Silver City. The weather conditions were decidedly favourable
and a good number of townspeople witnessed the launching ceremony.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 5 April 1901
ARDROSSAN BOWLING CLUB ANNUAL
MEETING
The annual meeting of the members of the Ardrossan Bowling Club was held on
Tuesday evening (2 April 1901). Mr F H Gillies, retiring president, occupied
the chair and there was good turnout of members. Mr T T Wylie, treasurer, who
had also acted as secretary for some time prior to the close of last season,
submitted the annual reports after minutes of the last meeting had been read
and approved. The reports showed that in the matches, the Club had done fairly
well.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 5 April 1901
ARDROSSAN TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
Ardrossan Town Council met in the Council Chambers, Kilmahew, on Monday evening
(8 April 1901). Provost Young occupied the chair and there were also present
Bailie Smith, Councillors Barrie, Guthrie, Harvey, Hogarth and Crawford. Minutes
were read and approved. From minute, it appeared that the committee reporting
on the condition of South Beach Green had come to the conclusion that it would
be injudicious to spend money on it unless arrangements could be made with Lord
Eglinton for the transference of the ground to the Council. The committee recommended
that Lord Eglinton's Commissioner be communicated with on the subject of the
acquisition of the ground by the Town Council.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 12 April 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
DANCING ON SOUTH BEACH GREEN
Al fresco dances are becoming popular on the South Beach Green at Ardrossan.
A concertinist supplies the music.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 12 April 1901
BODY FOUND IN EGLINTON DOCK
The body of a Saltcoats labourer, who has been missing since 18 February, was
found in the Eglinton Dock on Tuesday morning (9 April 1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 12 April 1901
ARDROSSAN LIBERAL CLUB
The members of Ardrossan Liberal Club 'smoke' tonight in the Clubrooms when
occasion will be taken to present one of its members with a token of regard.
A large attendance of members and friends is requested.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 19 April 1901
ARDROSSAN CYCLE CLUB
The opening run of the Ardrossan Cycle Club will be to Kilwinning on Wednesday
24 April starting from Princes Street at 7 pm. On reaching Kilwinning, a social
meeting will take place in one of the hotels there. A large turnout of members
and friends is expected.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 19 April 1901
THREE ARDROSSAN BOYS SENT
TO REFORMATORY
There was a 'send-off' at Ardrossan on Monday afternoon (15 April 1901). The
occasion was the departure for the Reformatory of three Ardrossan boys who had
been convicted of iron stealing and egg-lifting operations. Five years was the
sentence. One was taken to Glasgow and two to Stranraer.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 19 April 1901
ARDROSSAN TOWN COUNCIL
Ardrossan Town Councillors heaped coals of fire upon the Ardrossan Harbour Company
on Monday evening (15 April 1901). At the Company's request, they agreed to
petition Parliament to refuse permission to the Glasgow and South-Western Railway
Company to become proprietors of Troon Harbour, this too, in face of the fact
that the Ardrossan Harbour Company are the only opponents to their Gas and Water
Bill provisional order. This opposition arises, we presume, from a fear of having
to pay more for their water and involves the town in extra judicial expenses
and the proposal to petition, provided the opposition be withdrawn, was not
an unreasonable one. It is not too late for the Company to show its appreciation
of the Council's magnanomy.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 19 April 1901
MACARA'S TEA
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 19 April 1901
YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION
JUMBLE SALE
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 26 April 1901
ARDROSSAN BOWLING CLUB
Tomorrow (27 April 1901), the Ardrossan bowling green will be opened for the
season.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 26 April 1901
ARDROSSAN CYCLING CLUB
Ardrossan Cycling club had an pleasant run on Wednesday evening (24 April 1901).
There was an encouraging turnout.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 26 April 1901
FORMER ARDROSSAN ACADEMY PUPIL
PASSES EXAMINATIONS
E E Robbins junior, formerly a pupil at the Ardrossan Academy (shown below as
the ruins of Saint Peter's School in 2002) and now residing in the Dominion
of Canada, has successfully passed the junior examinations of the Ontario Veterinary
College, Toronto, Ontario. He gained first prize, a silver medal, in anatomy
and honours in each of the other subjects.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 26 April 1901
SILVER CITY RETURNS TO ARDROSSAN
The Silver City returned to Ardrossan this week.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
3 May 1901
LAUNCH AT ARDROSSAN SHIPYARD
There is to be a launch at the shipyard on Monday afternoon (6 May 1901).
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
3 May 1901
ARDROSSAN TEACHER APPOINTED TO COATBRIDGE
Miss Maggie Aird, Ardrossan has been appointed assistant teacher under the old
Monklands Coatbridge School Board.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
3 May 1901
TOWN COUNCIL ACCOUNTS AUDITED
The accounts of Ardrossan, Irvine, Kilwinning and Largs Town Councils are to
be audited by Mr Thomas Smith, Invernay, Skelmorlie.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
3 May 1901
ARRAN SAILINGS RESUME
On Wednesday (1 May 1901), the Caledonian pennant was again hoisted at Ardrossan
for the season while the Duchess of Hamilton resumed the Arran runs.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
3 May 1901
ARDROSSAN SCHOOL BOARD BLUNDER
Last month, the Ardrossan School Board was concerned about the reported absence
of one hundred and forty-three Academy pupils on the day of the meeting. The
actual number was fifty-seven. Somebody blundered.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
3 May 1901
RUNAWAY HORSE IN ARDROSSAN
A runaway horse made some people in Glasgow Street (shown below in the early
1900s) try their paces on Wednesday (1 May 1901). It was a fine animal and led
easily till it came to the wall bounding the railway at the end of Harbour Street
(shown below right in 2002).
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
3 May 1901
SMACK RUNS AGROUND AT ARDROSSAN
Lord Eglinton, a smack struck one of the numerous rocks between the breakwater
(shown below left in 2012) and the Horse Island (shown below right in 2011)
last Friday (26 April 1901) and went down. The little vessel has been raised
and beached. She was light at the time.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
3 May 1901
ARDROSSAN MAN PASSES ENGINEER
EXAMINATION
Mr Alexander Stirrat, who served his apprenticeship with Provost Young, Ardrossan
and who during his apprenticeship gave evidence to his employer of possessing
more than average ability coupled with personality and push has successfully
passed the Board of Trade examination for extra first-class engineer.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
3 May 1901
PRESENTATION TO ARDROSSAN AND SALTCOATS
HERALD MAN
On the occasion of his leaving Ardrossan to take up a post in British Guiana,
Mr Alex Farquhar, who for some time had been on the press staff of the Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald was on Tuesday (30 April 1901) made the recipient of a
token of the good wishes of his fellow workers. Mr John Glen made the presentation
in excellent terms and Mr Farquhar made suitable acknowledgement.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
3 May 1901
RAILWAY FARES REDUCED
The railway companies are running cheap fares to Glasgow's big show, single
fare and quarter being charged for the return journey. This brings the price
of a ticket from Ardrossan down from 2/6 to 2/5 and a few folk looked a bit
surprised when they got the odd one penny handed back to them yesterday morning
(2 May 1901). This penny certainly does not count for much in the present modern
day living but it will always pay the car fare to Kelvingrove.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
3 May 1901
ARDROSSAN COOPERATIVE SOCIETY LIMITED
In the Good Templars' Hall on Friday evening (3 May 1901), the one hundred and
twenty-third quarterly meeting of the above Society was held. The meeting was
the largest and most enthusiastic held for some time. Mr R Alexander presided.
The minute of the last quarterly meeting was read and adopted. Minutes of council
meetings held during the quarter were read and approved of.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
10 May 1901
This is the opening
paragraph of a longer report.
LAUNCH AT ARDROSSAN HARBOUR
On Monday afternoon (6 May 1901), in presence of a good number of people, the
steamer Hurlford was launched from the yard of the Ardrossan Drydock and Shipbuilding
Company Limited. The Hurlford is a steel screw coasting steamer built to the
order of Messrs Mann, MacNeal and Company, Glasgow, for whom the same builders
constructed the steamer Glasford.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
10 May 1901
This is the opening
paragraph of a longer report.
ARDROSSAN TOWN COUNCIL AND SCHOOL BOARD
Here's a lead for the Ardrossan Town Council and School Board - Prestwick School
Board have resolved to print their minutes.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
10 May 1901
YOUNG MENS' CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION
EXHIBITION AND SALE OF WORK
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 10 May 1901
MEDICAL OFFICERS WANTED FOR ARDROSSAN
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 10 May 1901
CHARLES GALLACHER - TAILOR AND CLOTHIER
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 10 May 1901
JAMES WATSON - GROCERY, TEA,
WINE AND SPIRIT MERCHANT
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 10 May 1901
PUBLIC SALE OF HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 17 May 1901
RUNAWAY HORSE
On Tuesday afternoon (14 May 1901), a horse yoked to one of the wagonettes which
run between Saltcoats and Ardrossan got a fright as a lorry was passing it and
ran off. The driver, Joseph Baird, Townhead, Stevenston, in attempting to stop
the animal, was knocked down and the wheels of the vehicle passed over his legs
and bruised them. The horse ran along Hamilton Street, Caledonia Road, Argyle
Road, Gladstone Road and finally was brought to a standstill in Parkend Road.
The wagonette was not much damaged.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
17 May 1901
BOAT-HIRERS START BUSINESS
Both in Ardrossan and Saltcoats, boat-hirers have commenced business for the
season.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
17 May 1901
ARDROSSAN CRICKETERS DO WELL
All things considered, the young Ardrossan cricketers did very well indeed last
Saturday (11 May 1901).
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
17 May 1901
SHIP GOES ASHORE
The Portugalete, a frequent visitor to Ardrossan, has gone ashore between Sandtander
and Saint Nazaire.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
17 May 1901
BISHOP OF GLASGOW IN SAINT ANDREW'S
EPISCOPAL CHURCH
The Bishop of Glasgow conducted services in Saint Andrew's Episcopal Church,
Ardrossan (shown below in 2002) on Sunday (12 May 1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 17 May 1901
ARDROSSAN COUNCILLORS VISIT GLENGALL
ASYLUM
Ardrossan Parish Councillors are going to Glengall Asylum in June. They are
going to see how the patients from this district are progressing.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
17 May 1901
ARDROSSAN MAN DOES WELL IN CIVIL SERVICE
EXAMINATION
Mr L Fullerton, youngest son of Mr James Fullerton, ironmonger, Ardrossan, occupies
the one hundred and fifth place on the list of two hundred successful candidates
at the Civil Service examination held some weeks ago and open to the United
Kingdom.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
17 May 1901
ARDROSSAN TO BELFAST STEAMER
The Adder will make her first run between Ardrossan and Belfast on 23 May. On
the twenty-seventh, the same steamer will convey to Ardrossan about one thousand
Belfast grocers, wives and sweethearts en route for the Glasgow Exhibition.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
17 May 1901
PLEASURE BOATS AT THE INCHES
The pleasure boats have reappeared at The Inches (shown below in 2003) and people
who desire to test their respiratory apparatus might do worse than try to break
the record for the run to the Campbell Rock and back (shown in the map below).
We hope to be notified of such an event.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
17 May 1901
RAILWAY ANOMALY
Another railway anomaly. If a person takes a return ticket from Saltcoats for
Stewarton, the fare is the same as from Ardrossan but if he uses the return
half, he must pay an extra penny to get to Ardrossan notwithstanding the fact
that he has had to drive to Stewarton through the train being too late for the
connection at Kilmarnock.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
17 May 1901
APPOINTMENT OF KEEPER OF ARDROSSAN
CANNON HILL
At a special meeting of the Works Committee of Ardrossan Town Council last night
(23 May 1901), Alexander Wilson was appointed from among a number of applicants
Keeper of the Cannon Hill (shown below in 2005).
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
24 May 1901
REVEREND WILSON'S REMAINS TRAVEL TO
BELFAST
The remains of the Reverend W E Wilson who was killed while cycling near Wishaw
last Friday (17 May 1901) passed through Ardrossan to Belfast on Tuesday night
(21 May 1901).
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
24 May 1901
ARDROSSAN AND BELFAST DAYLIGHT SERVICE
The advent of the summer excursion season is now being announced by the various
steamboat companies and in this respect, it will be seen from our advertising
columns that the Ardrossan and Belfast daylight service conducted by Messrs
Burns' popular RMS Adder will be commenced for the season on Saturday 1 June.
This splendid steamer, which for speed and comfort has few equals, provides
the tourist or businessman with a convenient and expeditious means of crossing
channel and the ever-increasing numbers who daily patronise this popular and
well-conducted service during the summer months show in a marked degree how
it is appreciated by the travelling public.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 24 May 1901
This is the opening
paragraph of a longer report.
IVANHOE RELIEVES DUCHESS OF HAMILTON
The Ivanhoe relieved the Duchess of Hamilton on the Ardrossan and Arran run
yesterday (30 May 1901).
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
31 May 1901
FAMILIES LEAVE ARDROSSAN
About a dozen families, it is said, have removed from Ardrossan within the past
four months.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
31 May 1901
HORSE HAS A SIT DOWN
Yesterday (30 May 1901), one of the horses running wagonettes betwixt Saltcoats
and Ardrossan sat down in Hamilton street and refused to budge. Another vehicle
was provided for the passengers who were scared stiff.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
31 May 1901
ARDROSSAN FRUIT AND VEGETABLE CONTRACTOR
Mr George McKellar has been appointed for a year contractor of vegetables and
fruit to His Majesty's warships visiting this locality. Last week, Mr McKellar
supplied over 44000 lb of vegetables to the fleet at Lamlash.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
31 May 1901
CONGRATULATIONS TO ARDROSSAN BOWLING
CLUB
Regarding the Ardrossan - West Kilbride game last week, the Ardrossan Club has
to be congratulated on its splendid victory. The victory is all the more credible
when it is taken into account that five out of the six skips representing Ardrossan
beat their opponents. In some cases, the individual majorities were pretty large
but that does not account for any inferiority in the play of the visitors who
were just a little unlucky at times. Let us hope that this initial success will
inspire the local club to further victories in the matches which it is to take
part in during the season.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
31 May 1901
ARDROSSAN MAN GUILTY OF WIFE ASSAULT
At Ardrossan Burgh Court on Monday (27 May 1901), Provost Young on the bench,
a moulder of Harbour Lane (shown below as Herald Street in 2002) pled guilty
to a charge of wife assault and was fined £2 with the alternative of one
month in jail.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald,
31 May 1901
ARDROSSAN FARMERS'
SOCIETY
The annual show of this Society, it is noted, is to be held on Saturday next,
15 June. In addition to the usual classes including a dog section, local housewives
will have the opportunity of having the quality of their cakes, scones and pancakes
judged. A good show is expected.
Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald, 7 June 1901
PROMOTED TO REGIMENTAL SERGEANT-MAJOR
Company Sergeant-Major F Ferries, R A has been promoted by Colonel J G Sturrock
to the rank of Regimental Sergeant-Major. Shake, old man!
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 7 June 1901
DYING WAITING FOR A TRAIN?
The irregularity of the train service between Ardrossan and Glasgow is the occasion
for the resuscitation of a number of old but trite chestnuts such, for example,
as the story of the man who went to commit suicide on the company's main line
and how, finding the train was late, he lay down on the bank to wait for it
and died of starvation. That might have happened on our local lines several
times within the past few days.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 7 June 1901
ARDROSSAN BOYS' BRIGADE TREAT
Ardrossan Boys' Brigade have a special treat on for this afternoon.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 14 June 1901
ARDROSSAN CURLING CLUB VERDICT
Ardrossan Curling Club has again secured the verdict in the legacy case.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 14 June 1901
ARDROSSAN FOUNDRY TRIP
The Ardrossan Foundry folks had a trip to Lamlash last Saturday (8 June 1901)
and enjoyed themselves immensely.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 14 June 1901
ARDROSSAN GAS AND WATER ORDER
CONFIRMATION BILL
Ardrossan Gas and Water Order Confirmation Bill was read a second time in the
House of Commons on Monday (10 June 1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 14 June 1901
ARDROSSAN MAN APPOINTED TO
CENSUS OFFICE IN EDINBURGH
Mr Lennan Fullerton, Maryville, Ardrossan, whose success at a recent Civil Service
examination was mentioned in this column, has been appointed to a post in the
Census Office, Edinburgh.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 14 June 1901
NEW JUVENILE LEAGUE?
There is some talk of a Juvenile League being formed in the district and we
think the idea is a good one. There is a sufficient number of juvenile clubs
in the towns of Ardrossan, Saltcoats, Stevenston and Kilwinning to warrant the
formation of such a league and we hope the matter will not be allowed to drop.
With such clubs as the Kilwinning Rangers, Ardeer Thistle, Auchenharvie Rangers,
Ardeer Wanderers, Saltcoats Seaside Rangers, Ardrossan Winton Rovers and Ardrossan
Celtic all in the swing, an interesting juvenile competition would be the result.
Let us hope a move will be made at once with the venture and we feel sure the
standard of juvenile football will improve in the district.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 14 June 1901
ANY CLEAN WATER
AROUND ARDROSSAN?
A local man wishes to know if there is a clean place to bath in off any part
of the shores around Ardrossan. We couldn't say. A plunge might be possible
off the Lighthouse Pier (shown below in 2011), that point being at least a respectable
distance from the town's sewage outlets. It's 'Itchabod' now at The Inches.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 14 June 1901
SAD BOATING ACCIDENT - FOUR
YOUNG MEN DROWNED
On Sunday afternoon last (9 June 1901), a boating accident occurred off the
harbour whereby four young men belonging to Ardrossan lost their lives. About
noon on Sunday, a sailing boat containing eight persons left the harbour on
a pleasure cruise. The weather, though dull, was then fairly good. After a cruise
of about a couple of hours, a strong north-westerly breeze with heavy rain-squalls
sprang up. The threatening weather constrained those in the boat to return and
she was put about and ran for the harbour. When about four hundred yards west
of the harbour and about forty yards south of the bell-buoy, a squall struck
the boat and overturned her. The eight lads were thrown into the water and the
boat immediately filled and sank. Some people on the pier-head at the lighthouse
(shown above in 2011) witnessed the occurrence and shouted an alarm to the men
in the pilot house. On the instant, Messrs Michael Coogan, Thomson Fleming,
Daniel Taylor, Andrew Paton and Angus McLean manned the lifeboat and pulled
with all speed towards the scene of the disaster. Within four minutes the rescue
boat picked up the first the first of the survivors, Alex Morrison who was swimming
towards the harbour and who made for the boat immediately he sighted it. Morrison
was in a very exhausted condition. Continuing their exertions, the crew of the
pilot boat, managed to reach and rescue another three of the lads who also were
in state of collapse when pulled into the boat. The rescue crew, having made
sure that there was no hope of saving any more of the lads and others having
gone down, returned to the harbour without delay. The rescued were conveyed
to the pilot house and every effort made on the behalf of the rescuers. Soon
Doctors Allan and Macdonald were on the scene and their assistance was attended
with success. The rescued are Alex Morrison, 18, Montgomerie Lane; Robert Kerr,
Barr Lane; John Pettigrew, 16, Hill Street and Peter Murchie, 16, Harbour Buildings.
It was ascertained that four lads had been drowned. Their names are Robert Pettigrew,
20, Hill Street, brother of one of the rescued; William Grier, 20, Harbour Place;
William Nelson, 16, Harbour Buildings and David Robertson, 16, Harbour Houses,
all Ardrossan. The pilot boat and another boat returned to the scene of the
accident soon afterwards and the sunken boat having been located, a crane barge
was sent out from which Mr William Hamilton, diver descended to the sea bottom.
The diver could find no bodies in the vicinity of the boat. After several hours
work, the boat was raised and brought into the harbour. None of the bodies have
yet been recovered. Immediately the news of the sad occurrence spread, a great
crowd congregated at the harbour and watched the operations connected with the
lifting of the boat. When it was definitely ascertained that none of the bodies
were entangled in the wreck, the crowd dispersed. Very great sympathy is felt
for the bereaved. The death of the lad Robertson is felt greatly because of
the fact that two of his brothers were drowned some years ago while a third
succumbed to injuries received at a work on the harbour. Mr Robertson, father
of the deceased, is much respected locally and to him the sympathy of the townspeople
goes out. The disaster was keenly felt in Ardrossan causing heartfelt regret
in the community. The young man, Pettigrew who was drowned was a player in the
Ardrossan Celtic Football Club and William Greer who was also lost, was also
connected with the club. Last night, a benefit match was played between the
Celtic and the Seaside Rangers. Great praise is due to the men who manned the
pilot boat with such promptitude and rescued the four lads. That the disaster
was not of an even more serious character was due to the crew of the rescue
boat.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 14 June 1901
BOATING DISASTER AT ARDROSSAN
- FOUR YOUNG MEN DROWNED
One of the saddest boating disasters which has ever occurred in this district
took place on Sabbath afternoon last (9 June 1901) just outside Ardrossan harbour.
Eight young men - Alexander Morrison, 18, labourer, Montgomerie Lane; Robert
Kerr, Barr Lane; John Pettigrew, 16, wagon greaser, Hill Street; Peter Murchie,
16, labourer, Harbour Buildings; Robert Pettigrew, 20 Hill Street; William Nelson,
16, labourer, Harbour Buildings; William Grier, 20, craneman, Harbour Place
and George Robertson, 16, Harbour Houses had agreed to have a sail about the
Firth and with this object, they left Ardrossan Harbour about half past eleven
in the forenoon in a partly decked yacht rigged as a lug-sail with jib and currying
about sixteen hundredweight of ballast consisting of pig-iron and stones. All
went well and they had proceeded far out and a good bit up the Clyde, till the
return journey when they were within two-hundred yards of Ardrossan Harbour
when a violent gust of wind struck the boat wheeling it right round about and
then over. With the exception of Alexander Morrison who, it is stated, was sitting
below the deck, aft at the time, all the young men were thrown into the water.
They climbed on to the upturned keel but in a few seconds, the boat sank from
beneath them, leaving them struggling in the waves. The accident had been witnessed
from the harbour, and in a few minutes, a boat managed by Michael Coogan, Thomson
Fleming, Daniel Taylor, pilots, Andrew Paton, John Robertson, custom-house office
and A McLean, oilskin maker, was on its way to the scene. They were successful
in picking up four of the young men - Alexander Morrison, Robert Kerr, John
Pettigrew and Peter Murchie. Of the others, no trace could be found. Morrison,
who is an excellent swimmer, would in any case have safely reached the shore
but the other three were picked up in a very exhausted condition, so much so
that had the boat been a few minutes later they would almost of a certainty
been drowned. On being landed, they were attended to by a number of those present,
including Drs Allan and Macdonald. They have all made a satisfactory recovery.
As soon as possible the tug-boat and a barge and crane were sent out in search
of the bodies and the boat. A diver went down and after some time the boat was
found, keel uppermost, firmly embedded in the sand. It was after considerable
exertion raised to the surface but no trace of the bodies could be discovered.
The boat was brought into the harbour. The operations of the search party were
witnessed all day by large crowds of people. The operations were carried out
under very trying conditions. A cold wind blew all afternoon while a heavy sea
was running. The accident cast a gloom over the whole district and great sympathy
is felt for the parents and relatives of the unfortunate lads. The case of Robertson's
death, it is pointed out, is particularly sad. One of his brothers was drowned
some years ago and another was killed in an accident at Ardrossan Harbour. Alexander
Morrison, who was the first to be picked up, interviewed by our representative,
says: We set sail about 11.30 for a cruise in the firth. The boat was a partly-decked
yacht, rigged as a lug-sail with jib. She carried about sixteen or seventeen
hundredweight of ballast made up of pig-iron and stones. When we started, the
wind was on just a little, but when we got out past the lighthouse we got a
better breeze. We went sailing away out towards Brodick, straight out and the
wind changed. We then went sailing up along the island till opposite Seamill.
We were becalmed there for about an hour then we saw the clouds were getting
darker and thought it was going to rain so we thought we would turn. As we came
to the south end of the Horse Isle, the wind got fresher and as we were nearing
the bell buoy, we turned a little to clear it to starboard. Just then a gust
of wind got up and blew us right over. We all got on to the top of the boat
and in a few seconds, she sunk from beneath us. Then we said we would make for
the shore. We shouted to them at the lighthouse to get a boat and they signalled
back - Coming. we made for the shore. Greer took the lead. I followed. A little
while after, I looked about for Grier but did not see him. Then I saw the pilot-boat
coming and I shouted to the rest that the boat was coming but did not see any
of them and I was picked up first. We went out a bit further and gripped three
of them head down. They were John Pettigrew, Murchie, and Kerr. Another boat
then came along and the pilots said they would turn with us as Pettigrew, Murchie
and Kerr were very far through. We were then landed. Morrison further gives
it as his opinion that Robertson went down with the boat as he was sitting below
the deck aft time of the occurrence. He also states that Grier said something
about taking off his coat in order that he might swim better. Whether he managed
to do so or sank in the act is, of course, not known. Two of the unfortunate
lads were prominent in local football circles. Robert Pettigrew was a member
of the Celtic Football Club and he will be sadly missed. Only on Thursday night
of last week, he played right-back for his team in their match with Seaside
Rangers. Greer was one of the committee of the same club and took a great interest
in its affairs. He also took considerable interest in boating and was one of
the joint owners of the boat. With commendable promptitude and thought, the
members of the Celtic Club have organised a series of benefit matches, the proceeds
to be given to the relatives of the whole of the four young men drowned. It
may also be stated that several of the other clubs in the district have generously
placed their services at the disposal of the Celtic. The first of the matches
took place on Thursday night (13 June 1901) between Celtic and Seaside Rangers.
The others will be announced in due course. Up till the hour of going to press,
no trace of the bodies had been found.
Ardrossan,
Saltcoats and Stevenston Standard, 15 June 1901
LETTER TO THE EDITOR - THE
BOATING FATALITY AT ARDROSSAN
17 June 1901
Sir
Having read in your issue of last week's Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald the
report of the boating fatality, I regret that by an error or some omission,
the name of Mr John Robertson, Customs Watcher was not mentioned in that report
but in fairness to that gentleman I feel it is my duty to call your attention
to the fact that, like Andrew Paton and myself, Mr Robertson was an eye-witness
of the sad event and one of the rescue party. I cannot refrain from making a
few remarks on the accident as I saw it happen. Mr Paton, Mr Robertson and myself
were standing on the pier-head shortly after two o'clock last Sunday week (9
June 1901) watching and commenting on the handling of the boat. We knew nothing
of its crew. It was patent, however, to anyone skilled in sailing lug-sail on
open boats that the boat and party were in imminent danger. The boat was running
before the wind at a fair pace just between the south end of the island and
the bell-buoy with log-sail sheet well inboard on her port quarter. We remarked
to each other with considerable alarm that a 'spill' was near at hand as we
observed a squall coming down fast upon them which they evidently had not seen.
Just then the wicked, black squall caught them and the sheet being fast and
too much inboard, she gybed and in doing so took command, heeled over to port
exactly as we had expected throwing the ill-fated crew into the water. Without
a second's delay, we ran towards the pilot house, shouting as we ran to the
pilots to get their boat ready. Messrs Coogan, Fleming, Thomson, D Taylor, Paton,
Robertson and myself were in the boat in the shortest possible time and in about
ten minutes were picking up some of the drowning youths. It was exciting work
yet order prevailed on board. I shall not readily forget the frantic appeals
Coogan made to us to "Pull for God's sake to the poor fellows" as
his eye caught sight of the first-rescued Morrison who was swimming towards
us crying "Help, help!" and the heroic and gallant work of the pilots
as one by one the drowning youths were hauled in over the rail. Fortunately
for the four young men who were rescued, there were eye-witnesses nearby that
the pilots and their gallant craft were handy at the time for a few moments
longer and three more at least would have been added as victims of the deep
and a still deeper gloom would have passed over our already sorrowing town.
In fact, I very much doubt if Morrison could have gained the shore judging from
the exhausted condition in which we found him. I have said it was exciting work.
It was also sad to think we were only able to rescue four while other four had
gone to the bottom and were beyond or reach. It was with reluctant hearts we
turned for the harbour from the vicinity of the fatal accident but not till
we had assured ourselves that we had all on board who could be saved. Much credit
is due to Mr Peter Kerr, grocer and other gentlemen whose names I do not know
who assisted the pilots in manipulating the bodies of the rescued thanks to
their ambulance training and were thus instrumental in restoring to sensibility
the bodies of those who were more dead than alive before the doctors came upon
the scene. Allow me to correct an error in your report regarding Mr Robertson
who had one son drowned some years ago not two, one killed and one lost in the
recent fatality as you have pointed out making a sad experience indeed to the
family for whom much sympathy is felt. While open-boat sailing is a very pleasant
pastime, healthful and manly exercise, it has its dangerous aspect also and
I would point out to young men to have a training from experienced boat-sailors
whose advice and practical instructions would stand them in good stead, especially
in the hour of danger. I trust that our youths, out of memory to the boys who
lost their lives, will avoid Sunday sailing and the inhabitants of our towns
be spared the horror of witnessing another accident or boats sailing or pulling
save where duty, not pleasure, calls
Yours respectfully
A McLean, senior
29 Harbour Street, Ardrossan
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 21 June 1901
HERALD EMPLOYEES VISIT YON
BONNY BANKS
The Herald employees visit 'Yon Bonny Banks' tomorrow (22 June 1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 21 June 1901
TROOPER REID RETURNS TO ARDROSSAN
Trooper Reid, Ardrossan, arrived back from the front on Monday evening (17 June
1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 21 June 1901
ARDROSSAN R M A C MEMBERS
AT KROONSTAD
Ardrossan members of the R A M C are now at Kroonstad, putting in some work
in the nursing line.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 21 June 1901
JUNO SAILING
There were those in Ardrossan on Wednesday (19 June 1901) with hardihood enough
to go a-sailing on the Juno. They took their pleasure sadly.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 21 June 1901
ARDROSSAN SPORTS?
It is rumoured that some one or other of the local football clubs will hold
sports this year, that is, if the Ardrossan Sports don't come off.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 21 June 1901
ARDROSSAN FREE PRESBYTERY
ORDINATIONS
Ardrossan United Free Presbytery has had quite a boom in ordinations this month
- Whiting Bay, Brodick and last night (20 June 1901), Stevenston.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 21 June 1901
SALVAGE SQUAD RETURNS HOME
The salvage squad, including some twenty-seven men belonging to Ardrossan and
Saltcoats which left Greenock for San Domingo about two months ago is said to
be on the way home, the sunken transport having gone to pieces.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 21 June 1901
CAPTAIN HART PROMOTED
Ardrossan and Saltcoats friends of Captain C F Hart, late commander in the service
of the British India Steam Navigation Company will be gratified to know that
he has been appointed, out of fifty-two candidates, Dock Master for Cumberland
Basin, Bristol Harbour. Captain Hart has had wide experience and was in command
of the transport Lal Poora which conveyed troops to South Africa.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 21 June 1901
ARDROSSAN PARISH CHURCH CASE
- THE SHERIFF'S DECISION
In the Sheriff Court on Wednesday (19 June 1901), Sheriff Hall gave judgement
in the appeal from the Presbytery of Irvine by the Reverend William Rossie Brown,
Parish Minister of Ardrossan, against the heritors of that Parish to have it
found that the Parish Church of Ardrossan had become dilapidated, unsafe and
unsanitary and that it ought to be taken down and rebuilt. The Sheriff has dismissed
the appeal and found the appellant liable in expenses.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 21 June 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
ARDROSSAN BOYS' BRIGADE MARCHES
TO STEVENSTON
On Friday afternoon last (14 June 1901), the members of the Ardrossan Company
of the Boys' Brigade marched from the Drill Hall to Stevenston, a halt being
called when the Company had arrived in the grounds of Ardeer House. Through
the kindness of Mr Laidlaw, the boys enjoyed a first class outing. The weather
was good, the 'treat' substantial and unlimited and the arrangements perfect.
Sports were held and these included a five-a-side tournament. Captain Murchie,
First Ayrshire and Galloway Artillery Volunteers accompanied the Brigade. The
boys were highly delighted with their outing.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 21 June 1901
PRESENTATION TO MISS ELIZABETH
SPENCE
A deputation from the Christian Endeavour Society of the Evangelical Union Congregational
Church, Ardrossan waited upon Miss Elizabeth Spence at her residence in Saltcoats
on Friday evening last (14 June 1901) and presented her with A silver salver
and jelly-dish in the name of the church on the occasion of her marriage to
the Reverend Matthew Roberts, late of Ardrossan. Miss Spence sails shortly for
America leaving a large circle of friends to regret her going away. She has
been a very earnest worker in the Christian cause, not confining her work to
any special place, but working wherever she thought good might be done. All
who knew them wish them every prosperity in their new home.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 21 June 1901
ARDROSSAN FARMERS' SOCIETY
ANNUAL SHOW
On Saturday last (15 June 1901), in a field at Burnfoot, North Crescent, kindly
granted by Mr Hugh Hunter of Montfod, the annual show under the auspices of
the Ardrossan Farmers' Society was held. The show comprised cattle, horses,
sheep, dogs and dairy produce while there were the usual special attractions
in hurdle-leaping and tug-of-war competitions. Good weather favoured the funcition.
Both as to the number of entries and to the standard of the exhibits, the show
was of a description which merited the encomiums of good judges and must have
been most gratifying to the energetic secretary, Mr Arthur Craig, solicitor
and the officials of the association. The entries in the cattle and horse sections
were considerably in excess of those shown in the last few years and the quality
of the animals shown was, in the opinion of the judges, exceptionally good.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 21 June 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
UNIDENTIFIED MAN FOUND IN
ARDROSSAN HARBOUR
On Friday afternoon last (14 June 1901), the body of a man was found in the
Eglinton Dock, Ardrossan. It appeared to be that of a tramp labourer and had
been in the water for some time. Nothing by which identity could be established
could be found and on Saturday (15 June 1901), the remains were interred.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 21 June 1901
SALVAGE SQUAD RETURNS HOME
The salvage squad, including some twenty-seven men belonging to Ardrossan and
Saltcoats which left Greenock for San Domingo about two months ago is said to
be on the way home, the sunken transport having gone to pieces.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 21 June 1901
R S BARBOUR
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 21 June 1901
JOHN GILFILLAN
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 21 June 1901
ALLISON'S
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 28 June 1901
LETTER TO THE EDITOR - THE
BOATING FATALITY AT ARDROSSAN
24 June 1901
Allow me to correct an error in my letter of 17 June where I said the boat 'gybed'.
I should have said that the boat, when caught in the squall, was forced round
and the full pressure of the wind, broad on the sail, heeled her over to port
and she sank.
Yours
A McLean
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 28 June 1901
LETTER TO THE EDITOR - ARDROSSAN
SPORTS
Referring to the letters on the above subject which have already appeared in
your columns, I would express the hope that sports will be held this year. I
can heartily agree with the remarks of Linesman and Excelsior as to the advisability
of holding sports and I am convinced that they would be very successful. Not
for years has such keen interest in athletic matters been shown in this district
as at present. Should sports be arranged for, as I and many others hope, I would
suggest that a juvenile five-a-side competition be included in the programme.
I am sure there would be a record entry. The preliminary ties could be played
off prior to the sports day and the semi-final and final ties could be reserved
for the day of the sports. From my experience of conducting such functions,
I believe that entry fees and gate money would clear expenses given good weather.
So far as the regatta is concerned, I am sure that races for ordinary four-oared
boats would secure a good entry and the prospect of close finishes. There are
not enough 'gigs' in this neighbourhood and those we have are not good enough
to make a jolly boat race at all successful or even satisfactory. Hoping to
hear soon that the regatta and sports committee are again moving in the matter.
Yours et cetera
Supporter
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 28 June 1901
PRESENTATION AT CALEDONIAN
RAILWAY STATION
A pleasant little ceremony took place on Monday night (24 June 1901) in the
station master's room at Caledonian Railway Station, Ardrossan (shown below
around 1900) when Mr Robert Winchester was made the recipient of a present by
his friends on the Ardrossan Station. The present was a beautiful timepiece
and the occasion was the recipient's marriage. Mr Simpson, station master, made
the presentation in excellent terms and Mr Winchester made suitable and feeling
acknowledgement.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 28 June 1901
MINSTRELS ON ARDROSSAN SOUTH
BEACH GREEN
Minstrels are operating on the Green.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 28 June 1901
ARDROSSAN PARISH COUNCIL VISITS
GLENGALL ASYLUM
Ardrossan Parish Council had a pleasant drive to Glengall Asylum on Wednesday
(26 June 1901). The weather was beautiful.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 28 June 1901
PAVEMENT ARTIST IN ARDROSSAN
A pavement artist the town on Wednesday (26 June 1901) but did not find Ardrossan
appreciative of his work to justify the production of more than a quarter of
a dozen pictures.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 28 June 1901
ARDROSSAN BOYS WITH POCKET
KNIVES
The number of Ardrossan boys who possess brand new pocket knives went up phenomenally
this week. There are three sorts of the School Board Attendance 'gullie'.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 28 June 1901
ARDROSSAN DRY DOCK COMPANY
TO REFIT BROUGHSHANE
The Ardrossan Dry Dock and Shipbuilding Company Limited have secured the work
connected with refitting the steamship Broughshane. It will be remembered that
this well-known coaster went ashore on Rathlin Island some time ago. The vessel
was safely towed from the island to Belfast where temporary repairs were executed
to fit her for the passage to Ardrossan.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 28 June 1901
LETTER TO THE EDITOR - COMPETITION
WANTED FOR SECOND CLASS JUVENILES
Sir
Seeing that football is still in full swing among juveniles and especially gold
badge competitions as given by Stevenston Football Club and Kilwinning Rangers
Football Club, I think the same advantage should be given to the second class
juveniles in the surrounding districts who are not far behind in this kind of
sport. Perhaps some local gentleman or local football club will see their way
to encourage the youths in their highly interested sport. In my opinion, badges
could be offered to this class of juveniles for competition and sports might
be held at the finish. Winton Park could be selected for the venue which is
well-suited for an occasion of this kind. Such clubs as the following could
be invited to take part in the competition - Ardrossan Winton A, Ardrossan Celtic
A, Saltcoats Rosebank, Saltcoats Caledonia, Saltcoats Seaside Rangers A, Stevenston
Ardeer Athletic, Stevenston Seamore and Largs Athletic, thus making a fine display
of juvenile combinations. Hoping that some interested parties will take the
matter up,
I am yours et cetera
Highly Interested
Ardrossan
25 June 1901
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 28 June 1901
LATE DROWNING ACCIDENT - RECOVERY
OF ONE OF THE BODIES
Yesterday afternoon (28 June 1901), the body of William John Nelson, one of
the young men who were drowned at Ardrossan on Sunday afternoon, 9 June, was
found in the dock about three o'clock. It was conveyed to the mortuary.
Ardrossan,
Saltcoats and Stevenston Standard, 29 June 1901
BAIRD'S CYCLES PHOTO
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 5 July 1901
ARDROSSAN ACADEMY EXHIBITION
AND DISTRIBUTION OF PRIZES
On Friday last (28 June 1901), Ardrossan Academy was closed for the holidays.
The Exhibition and Distribution of Prizes was on this occasion held in the Town
Hall, Saltcoats and the change was in every respect most satisfactory. Within
the past two years, the Academy has advanced in all departments and it now occupies
a position in the estimaton of the Department and in the estimation of the people
of the locality higher than ever.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 5 July 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
ARDROSSAN ACADEMY'S 'GOOD
FRIDAY'
Friday last was 'Good Friday' for the Ardrossan Academy boys.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 5 July 1901
ROYAL ASSENT FOR ARDROSSAN
ACTS
Among the Acts which received that Royal Assent on Tuesday (2 July 1901) were
the Ardrossan Harbour Order Confirmation and the Ardrossan Gas and Water Order
Confirmation.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 5 July 1901
MINSTRELS' STAGE STOLEN
Who stole the stage? The Minstrels on the South Beach (shown below in the 1950s)
have been asking that question for some time. They left their stage on the shore
about 10.30 one night and somebody had taken it before six in the morning.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 5 July 1901
NEW GAS PIPES FOR ARDROSSAN
Messrs Blair and White, Glasgow, have secured the contract for trenching and
jointing the new gas pipes which are to be laid along the North Crescent (shown
below left in 2002) and Eglinton Street on to Burnfoot (shown below right in
2004) with the view of improving the illumination power. Messrs D Y Stewart
and Company, Glasgow, supply the pipes.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 5 July 1901
THE RECENT BOATING DISASTER
- RECOVERY OF THREE BODIES
Since our last issue, the bodies of three of the four lads drowned off the Harbour
on Sunday 9 June through the capsizing of a sailing boat have been recovered.
On Friday afternoon last (28 June 1901), the body of the lad Nelson was found
in the Harbour and on Saturday (29 June 1901), the funeral took place. On Monday
afternoon, (1 July 1901) the Ardrossan Police received from Brodick intimation
that a body, supposed to be that of Willie Grier, had been found there. Identification
was established the same evening and on Tuesday (2 July 1901), the remains were
conveyed to Ardrossan. The funeral took place on Tuesday evening and was attended
by sympathising friends. Yesterday afternoon (4 July 1901), a third body was
found that of the lad Robertson. The remains came ashore on the North Beach
nearly opposite Crawford Lodge and were conveyed to the mortuary. The funeral
took place today (5 July 1901). The events of the week have re-awakened in the
community the deep feeling of sympathy for the bereaved.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 5 July 1901
ARDROSSAN REGATTA
It is now absolutely certain that there will be a regatta at Ardrossan ere the
fall. A meeting of the large and influential committee was called some time
ago and two members attended. So encouraging was this enthusiastic turnout that
it has been decided in anticipation of a relative enthusiasm on the part of
the general public to put forth strenuous efforts to produce the programme of
events. Seriously, the prospects of sports and the regatta are not bright. The
committee which has a membership of at least a dozen is hopelessly inert. It
has no manner of interest in the function which one would expect it to fulfil.
It is purely honorary. Such a committee which does not commit or commits only
sins of omission is a deplorable committee. It is a committee to be done without.
On the last occasion, the organisation of the sports was left entirely in the
hands of one or two until the actual labour was indubitably overpassed. Yet
were the sports successful? Perhaps a pruned committee would result in a committee
less inactive.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 5 July 1901
CRICKET - ARDROSSAN SOUTH
BEACH VERSUS KILWINNING MANSE ELEVEN
This match was played at Ardeer and resulted in an easy victory for the South
Beach Eleven owing to the excellent batting of C Turpin whose score of 85 not
out contains no less than six sixes. For the strangers, J Finnie was the only
one who made any stand against the bowling of South Beach. Owing to a time limit
having been fixed, the victory was only gained with a margin of two minutes
to spare. The scores were South Beach 107 for three wickets, Kilwinning 33.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 5 July 1901
SEVEN STEAMERS FROM ARDROSSAN
TO BELFAST
Seven steamers will carry passengers from Ardrossan to Belfast today, two in
the morning and five at night.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 12 July 1901
ARDROSSAN CARPENTERS RETURN
HOME
The Ardrossan carpenters who were engaged in the attempt to salve the wrecked
liner Corinthia in the West Indies have arrived home. The liner went to pieces.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 12 July 1901
VULGAR MINSTRELS?
Bailie Smith considers the Minstrel performance very vulgar. Luckily for our
black brethren, everybody has not such a high standard as the senior Bailie
of Ardrossan.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 12 July 1901
SHAMROCKS ARE INTERESTING
The Shamrocks were objects of great interest in the Firth, from Ardrossan particularly,
on Wednesday (10 July 1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 12 July 1901
PRESENTATION TO ARDROSSAN
AMBULANCE CORPS SECRETARY
On Wednesday evening (10 July 1901), Mr Peter McCallum, secretary to the Ardrossan
Caledonian Ambulance Corps was presented with a handsome desk and gold pen in
appreciation of the valuable services rendered during the last three years.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 12 July 1901
PROTESTANT CONVECTICLES
Pastor Jacob Primmer holds his great annual open-air Protestant convecticles
on Tuesday (16 July 1901) at South Beach, Ardrossan; on Wednesday (17 July 1901)
at Howard Park, Kilmarnock; on Thursday (18 July 1901) at The Green, Irvine
and on Friday (19 July 1901) at the Low Green , Ayr all at 7.30 pm. This is
the twelfth year of these convecticles and the crowds gathering are as great
as ever.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 12 July 1901
According to Wikipedia, 'A conventicle is a small,
unofficial and unofficiated meeting of lay people to discuss religious issues
in a non-threatening, intimate manner.'.
NEW MINISTER FOR EVANGELICAL
UNION CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
The vacancy caused by the removal to Manchester by the Reverend John Masterton
has now been filled, Mr James Dickson having accepted a call to the pastorate
of the church. Mr Dickson, who is at present carrying on work in Belfast, has
been for several years a soldier evangelist. It is expected that the induction
of Mr Dickson to the Ardrossan church will take place in August.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 12 July 1901
RECENT BOATING DISASTER -
ALL BODIES FOUND
There is a certain sad satisfaction in the fact that the bodies of all the lads
drowned off Ardrossan last month (on 9 June 1901) by the capsizing of a sailing
boat have now been recovered. have now been recovered. On Tuesday (9 July 1901),
the body of Robert Pettigrew, aged 21, was found floating in the bay off Troon.
The remains were conveyed to Ardrossan and interred the same day. The difficulty
of gauging currents off Ardrossan has been shown in connection with this accident
. Of the four bodies, one was recovered inside the Harbour, one at Brodick,
another on the North Shore and the last at Troon. Practical sympathy has been
shown towards the bereaved. The Ardrossan Celtic Club with whom both Grier and
Pettigrew were connected has brought off a series of benefit matches. The Ardrossan
Winton Rovers have also exerted themselves in the same direction and the cyclists
made a splendid effort last Friday (5 July 1901). Tomorrow (13 July 1901), the
South Beach Cricket Club play a benefit match on Winton Park, Ardrossan (shown
below in 2011).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 12 July 1901
ARDROSSAN CYCLE CLUB FANCY
DRESS PARADE
The cyclists were out in a good cause last Friday evening (5 July 1901) when
in favourable weather, they held a parade and collected a substantial sum on
behalf of the relatives of the victims of the recent boating disaster. The meet
was in the yard of the Eglinton Stables, whither towards seven o'clock on the
evening specified, numerous fearful and wonderful and pretty figures wheeled
their way. Fancy dress was the order and the cyclists responded heartily. The
meet was not so large as some held here but the costumes were never better.
The Heathen Chinee and the Choctaw Brave stood within two yards of each other.
A Pawnee Warrior in his war-paint was under the eye of a diminutive Frontiersman
- cowboy or scout or both. Fair Japs, gypsies and flower-girls smiled upon sundry
Weary Willies and Tired Tims on rickety bone-shakers. The Constable kept an
wary eye on all in the vicinity. Oom Paul was well represented, mounted on a
piebald pony. The nonchalant blade of the tricycle wore an expression sublime
in peacefulness and worth a fortune. The profession of Chimney Sweep had two
delegates and there were bold brigands, funny clowns, coloured gentlemen and
a profusion of rags and ferocious beards. The colours of local football clubs
were sported. Above all was the Great Napoleon. The Minstrels, Ben Storey's
Company, took part in the function and rendered valuable assistance. Leaving
the starting point, the parade was headed by a band in a wagonette kindly given
by Mr Allan to whom the club are most grateful. The band was composed of members
of the band connected with Saltcoats Boys' Brigade and two pipers. Passing round
Ardrossan, the procession wound along the South Crescent (shown below in the
early 1910s) and went through Saltcoats and Stevenston. All along the route,
spectators were numerous and sympathetic. At the close of the parade, it was
announced that the very satisfactory figure of £46 12s 10d had been reached.
The success of the parade in this respect is most gratifying and the Ardrossan
Cycling Club thank all who took part in the parade and also the inhabitants
of the Three Towns for the manner in which the responded to the efforts of the
club on behalf of those bereaved by the recent accident. The promoters have
good reason to be pleased by the outcome of their labours. During the parade,
an accident occurred at a point off the Stevenston Road, one of the flower-girls
being run over by a passing vehicle. She was kindly attended to by some of those
in the vicinity at the time of the accident and through the kindness of some
visitors was conveyed home in a wagonette. It is expected that she will be about
again in about a month.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 12 July 1901
LATE DROWNING ACCIDENT AT
ARDROSSAN
All the bodies of the lads drowned at Ardrossan in connection with the boating
accident on 9 June have now been recovered. The last of them, Robert Pettigrew,
was found in Troon Harbour on Tuesday afternoon (9 July 1901) by a fisherman.
The body was conveyed the same day to Ardrossan where it was interred.
Ardrossan,
Saltcoats and Stevenston Standard, 13 July 1901
PASTOR PRIMMER SPEAKS AT ARDROSSAN
SOUTH BEACH
On the South Beach on Tuesday evening (16 July 1901), Pastor Primmer delivered
his annual address on ecclesiastical shortcomings and errors to a fairly large
gathering. The weather was a little unfavourable. Pastor Primmer was accompanied
by the Reverend Mr MacDougall. After an address condemning Roman Catholicism
and any tendency to depart from the religious line which he holds right, Pastor
Primmer made several resolutions. The resolutions included one concerning the
coronation oath and its declaration against Roman Catholicism. A vote of thanks
to the police was passed on the call of Pastor Primmer. A collection was taken
and a great deal of literature on the subjects touched upon by the speaker was
sold.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 19 July 1901
PARK UNITED FREE CHURCH ANNIVERSARY
SERVICES
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 19 July 1901
TYNWALD SAILS FROM ARDROSSAN
On Saturday first (20 July 1901), the Tynwald will make a special sailing from
Ardrossan.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 19 July 1901
SCREAMING IN PRINCES STREET
In Princes Street last night (18 July 1901), a lady 'literally let down her
back hair and screamed'.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 19 July 1901
ALL NIGHT DANCING ON SOUTH
BEACH GREEN
Dancing on the South Beach Green was continued through Wednesday evening (17
July 1901) till three o'clock on Thursday morning (18 July 1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 19 July 1901
ARDROSSAN A BURGH FOR FIFTY-SIX
YEARS
Ardrossan Burgh has entered its fifty-sixth year, Royal Assent to the first
Burgh Bill having been given on 16 July 1846.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 19 July 1901
When Ardrossan was elevated to a Burgh of the Barony,
it adopted a coat of arms that showed Ardrossan Castle with crosses representing
its founders, the Barclays. The motto was Takand Care which means Taking Care.
The coat of arms and motto remained symbols of Ardrossan until they were replaced
at the Burgh Centenary in 1946. The photograph above, taken in 2010, is of the
coat of arms above the stage in the Civic Centre, previously Castlecraigs.
PAVILION AND CUSHIONED SEATS
WANTED AT WINTON PARK
The only thing now wanted at Winton Park, Ardrossan are a pavilion for the footballers
and a few cushioned seats for some of the spectators of cricket matches.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 19 July 1901
PRESENTATION TO LADY EDITH
MONTGOMERIE
The tenantry of the Barony of Ardrossan this week presented Lady Edith Montgomery
with a handsome clock and ornaments on the occasion of her marriage. The gift
is a unique one having been purchased by Mr Weir of Buchanan Street, Glasgow
at the Paris Exhibition where it gained the grand prize. We understand this
recognition of the auspicious event by the tenantry has given much pleasure
and satisfaction.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 19 July 1901
POLICE INSPECTION
Yesterday morning (18 July 1901), the men of the Largs, Saltcoats and Ardrossan
sections of the Ayrshire Constabulary were inspected at West Kilbride by Captain
Monro, His Majesty's Inspector of Constabulary for Scotland. The sections include
Saltcoats, Stevenston, Ardeer, Ardrossan, West Kilbride, Fairlie and Skelmorlie.
Colonel R Pollock Morris, Convenor of the County and Captain McHardy, Chief
Constable, accompanied the inspecting officer. The inspection was carried through
with despatch.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 19 July 1901
ARDROSSAN BURGH COURT
At Ardrossan Burgh Court on Monday (15 July 1901), Provost Young on the bench,
several cases were disposed off. Three charges of disorderly, incapable and
breach of the peace were admitted and suitable penalties imposed. A little fellow
of nine or ten was charged with theft of money and tobacco at a shop in Glasgow
Street (shown below in the eraly 1900s). He pled not guilty. Evidence was led
and the charge was found proved. The evidence was interesting as shown by where
the stolen money went. It appeared that the accused and other boys had gone
from one ice-cream shop to another indulging in ice-cream, caramels, 'sliders',
cigarettes et cetera with the funds held. The lack of guidance in the upbringing
of the boy was referred to. He was dismissed with an admonition.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 19 July 1901
SOUTH BEACH TENNIS CLUB THRIVES
South Beach Tennis Club has entered on a new lease of life. There is now a membership
of over fifty.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 26 July 1901
YOUTH FALLS FROM ISLE OF MAN
STEAMER
On Monday afternoon (22 July 1901), a youth whose anxiety to get off the Mastiff
(shown below in 1892) at Montgomerie Pier was greater than his discretion, made
an effort which resulted in his falling between the vessel and the wharf. He
was obviously damped when they got him ashore.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 26 July 1901
ISLE OF MAN EXCURSIONISTS
Yesterday morning (25 July 1901), the King Orry brought from the Isle of Man
to Ardrossan a large number of excursionists who left per special train for
the Glasgow Exhibition. The excursionists returned at night, the steamer leaving
Ardrossan at midnight. Today (26 July 1901), a similar excursion is being conducted
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 26 July 1901
DECEASED HOLIDAYMAKER RETURNED
TO ARDROSSAN
A Glasgow Fair holidaymaker, who left by the Isle of man steamer, died during
his brief holiday at Douglas. The circumstance being represented to the Isle
of Man Steam Packet Company, they without charge brought the body back to Ardrossan,
a kindness much appreciated by the deceased's relatives.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 26 July 1901
CARD PLAYING IN ARDROSSAN
In no place, one imagines, so much as in Ardrossan do working men indulge in
outdoor card playing. In every secluded nook in the vicinity, one comes towards
the going down of the sun upon a group of squatted gamblers. Furtively, they
deal their well-thumbed cards and look innocently occupied in their attention
should the passer-by seem over-heedful of them. One is not personally disposed
to cavil at the nature of the pastime but it occurs to one that al fresco games
of cards are not approved of by the law. So long as players play only in the
unfrequented corners of the neighbourhood, no objection can reasonably be taken
but of late they have been bolder and now they may be seen upon the Crescent
Green and on the slopes of the Cannon Hill. In these circumstances, it is not
only reasonable but right to raise objection. Mayhap, Sergeant Allan will be
able to effect a remedy some way or other.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 26 July 1901
MARRIAGE OF LADY EDITH MONTGOMERIE
Flags were flying from the Town Hall, the Municipal Chambers, the Cannon Hill
(shown below in the early 1910s) and from ships in the Harbour on Monday (22
July 1901) in honour of Lady Edith Montgomerie who on that day was married to
Colonel Trotter. In another column, will be found a report of the wedding and
list of presents.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 26 July 1901
MARRIAGE OF CAPTAIN TROTTER
AND LADY EDITH MONTGOMERIE
On Monday afternoon last (22 July 1901), in the midst of splendid weather and
in the presence of a very large and influential assembly, at the fashionable
Saint Paul's, Knightsbridge, London, the marriage took place of Captain Algernon
Richard Trotter, Distinguished Service Order who was side-de-camp to General
Redvere Buller when commanding the forces in Natal and now at Aldershot and
eldest son of Major-General Sir Henry Trotter and the Honourable Lady Trotter
of Mortonhall, Midlothian and nephew of Lord Gifford of the Old House, Chichester
and Lady Edith Mary Montgomerie, daughter of the Earl and Countess of Eglinton,
Castle, Irvine and The Pavilion, Ardrossan (shown below inthe early 1920s) and
granddaughter of the late Mr Cunninghame of Craigends, Renfrew. The service
was very choral and the decoration of coco and kentia palms intermixed with
white flowers were of 'capp's' special arrangements and were very much admired.
The nuptial ceremony was very impressive, conducted by the Reverend Scott Holland
assisted by the Reverend Montagu Villiers, Vicar of Saint Paul's Church and
the Reverend Baden-Powell, cousin of the hero of Mafeking.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 26 July 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report that
includes a list of gifts and donors.
MISSING WATCH RECOVERED
On Saturday 14 June, a man under the influence of drink in Ardrossan, lost or
was relieved of a silver watch lever watch. Information on the loss or theft
was given to the police who immediately circulated a description of the watch
in the usual way. Nothing was heard of the missing watch until Friday last (19
July 1901) when a man residing in Stirling Road, Glasgow entered a pawn office
in Bath Street, Glasgow and attempted to pawn a watch which the pawnbroker recognised
as one of which he had received a description of as having been stolen. The
man was detained and the identity of the watch was established. On 20 June,
before Bailie Goodwin at Ardrossan, the man was charged with the theft. He could
give no satisfactory account of how he became possessed of the watch and paid
the fine of 10s 6s which was imposed with the alternative of fourteen days.
The pawnbroker's smartness was commendable and the owner of the watch was highly
delighted at the recovery of his property.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 26 July 1901
AYRSHIRE MASONIC BOWLING TROPHY
Four rinks met on the Ardrossan Green yesterday (1 August 1901) in competition
for the Ayrshire Masonic Bowling Trophy.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 2 August 1901
COULD MERCHANTS HOLD SPORTS?
'Long Jump' writes asking if it would not be possible for the Ardrossan, Saltcoats
and Stevenston Merchant's Association to hold sports.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 2 August 1901
SOUTH BEACH CRICKET CLUB
The South Beach Cricket Club had a win on Saturday (27 July 1901), defeating
a Paisley team on Winton Park. The weather was of the best. The Club meet a
visitors' eleven at West Kilbride tomorrow (3 August 1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 2 August 1901
ARDROSSAN POST OFFICE MAN
MOVES TO PORTREE
Mr James Mayes who has been connected with Ardrossan Post Office for upwards
of twenty-eight years leaves shortly for Portree where he has taken up the duties
of postmaster.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 2 August 1901
JUBILEE OF ARDROSSAN BOWLING
GREEN
The bowlers brought off a double event on Friday evening last (26 July 1901)
when they celebrated the jubilee of the green and played off the greenkeeper's
benefit match. A very large number of members took part in the evening's proceedings.
The game was between President and Vice-President. Some rain fell in the course
the match but altogether the conditions were favourable and the game very pleasant.
The President gained a popular victory, the scores being President 105, Vice-President
71 - majority for President 34 shots. After the game, an adjournment was made
to the clubhouse where in honour and in celebration of the jubilee of the green,
Mr William Martin, President, entertained the members to a cake and wine banquet.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 2 August 1901
MARRIAGE OF MISS EDITH MOFFAT
In Holy Trinity Church, Ayr on Tuesday (30 July 1901), daughter of the late
John Moffat, Ardrossan and Mrs Hay of Castlehill, Ayr was married to Captain
Scrymgeour-Wedderburn of Wedderburn, Kirkhill, Fife. The Reverend George Grub,
rector and Reverend Alexander Copland, senior curate officiated at the ceremony.
The bride was given away by her brother John Moffat. Mr Norman Lamont, younger
of Ardlamont was best man.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 2 August 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report. Henry
Scrymgeour-Wedderburn was the Tenth Earl of Dundee. His and Edith Moffat's son,
Henry James Scrymgeour-Wedderburn (1902-1983), was the eleventh Earl of Dundee.
Among several military and political posts, he was Under-Secretary of State
for Scotland from 1936 to 1939 and 1941 to 1942.
ACCIDENT AT ARDROSAN HARBOUR
An accident, which was very nearly a terrible disaster, occurred at the harbour
on Friday evening last (2 August 1901). Eight men were unloading the steamship
Eleanor and one of the large iron buckets filled with limestone and weighing
upwards of half a ton was being drawn up by a crane. The tackle gave way while
the bucket was in the air directly over the hatches. Fortunately, the bucket
falling back into the after-hold struck no-one but the contents of it were scattered
with terrible force. One of the labourers, Robert Withers, received a nasty
fracture of the left leg. He was sent to the Western Infirmary, Glasgow. Another
of the men sustained injury to the head.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 9 August 1901
HERALD CARTOON IN REVIEW OF
REVIEWS
Two of the Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald's cartoons are reproduced in the August
issue of the Review of Reviews.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 16 August 1901
MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT TAKES
UP RESIDENCE IN THE PAVILION
The Right Honourable Thomas Cochrane, member of parliament and Lady Gertrude
Cochrane have taken up residence at The Pavilion, Ardrossan.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 16 August 1901
ARDROSSAN FLOWER SHOW
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 23 August 1901
ARDROSSAN FLOWER SHOW AND HIGHER SCHOOL FOR GIRLS
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 23 August 1901
ARDROSSAN CYCLE CLUB
BAIRD CUP DATE
The committee of Ardrossan Cycle Club announce that the race for the Baird Cup
will be run on 7 September.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 23 August 1901
FURIOUS DRIVING ON SOUTH BEACH
There was a disgraceful case of furious driving out South Beach way last night
(22 August 1901) . Two of the vehicles which run between Ardrossan and Saltcoats
raced towards the latter place as hard as the horse could travel, the drivers
urging them on in a most brutal and reckless manner.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 23 August 1901
SALTCOATS AND ARDROSSAN FEATURED
IN PEOPLE'S FRIEND
Ardrossan and Saltcoats have been selected at the locale of a story at present
appearing in the People's Friend. It is quite up-to-date as the following paragraph
bears witness to. So they went down to the esplanade at Saltcoats and saw the
children happily playing on the beach, their elders looking contentedly on and
young lovers, happiest of all, sitting in quiet places. On turning the corner
at the Established Church however, they suddenly found themselves in an atmosphere
altogether different for if Saltcoats and Ardrossan are twin sisters, the former
is the coquettish beauty and the latter, plain-looking, hard-working household
slave. Here they come upon the houses of the poor. They saw crowds of grimy
men coming from the docks to their midday meal and saw rows of long, unlovely
streets with public houses here and there which, alas, had only two many patrons.
Violet, an heiress, has been invited to open a sale of work at Ardrossan and
consents as "There are one or two things I want to say about the people
hereabouts and this will be a chance for saying them.". We await the 'one
or two things' with feverish anxiety.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 23 August 1901
INSPECTION OF GAS AND WATER
WORKS
The provost, magistrates, councillors and burgh officials made their annual
inspection yesterday (22 August 1901) of the town's gas and water works. It
is satisfactory to know that all were found to be in an excellent condition.
The party also surveyed the ground to be covered by the proposed new water scheme.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 23 August 1901
DEATH OF MISS MARGARET BOYD
- A REMARKABLE RECORD
On Friday last (23 August 1901), there passed away Miss Margaret Boyd, the oldest
native of Ardrossan now resident in the place. Born on 11 October 1811, Miss
Boyd would in a few weeks have completed her ninetieth year. She was one of
a family remarkable for its longevity and of which our esteemed townsman, Mr
John Boyd, is a member. Mrs Barbour, Mary Boyd, died at the age of eighty-three;
Mrs Barrie, mother of Councillor Barrie, attained the age of eighty-seven; Robert
Boyd was seventy-seven years of age at this death; William Boyd, seventy-two;
Mrs Cook, who died in Newfoundland, was seventy-seven and Miss Margaret Boyd
was ninety. The combined ages of these six members of the family total four
hundred and eighty-six years, an average of eighty-one years. Miss Margaret
Boyd whose death is now recorded was born in Ardrossan and resided in the town
all her life. She must have witnessed many remarkable changes in the district.
Very well-known among Ardrossan natives, she was highly respected and will be
sincerely mourned.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 30 August 1901
THEODORE NAPIER IN ARDROSSAN
Mr Theodore
Napier of the kilt and flowing locks spent last weekend in Ardrossan.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 30 August 1901
ARDROSSAN TELEPHONE SYSTEM
EXTENDED
Ardrossan was one of the places for which additional circuits were ordered last
year in connection with the telephone extension.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 30 August 1901
BUSY SOUTH BEACH GREEN
The other night, the minstrels, a ventriloquist, a vendor of cheap watches and
the bellman were simultaneously employed in an effort to attract the attention
of people on the South Beach Green.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 30 August 1901
AUTOMOBILE CLUB TRIAL COMES
TO ARDROSSAN
That portion of Ayrshire lying between Skelmorlie and Kilmarnock via Ardrossan
will have an opportunity of witnessing the second of five runs in connection
with the five hundred miles trial of motor vehicles organised by the Automobile
Club of Great Britain and Ireland.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 30 August 1901
ARDROSSAN EVANGELICAL UNION
CHOIR VISITS COODHAM
The choir of Ardrossan Evangelical Union Congregational Church enjoyed their
trip on Saturday last (23 August 1901) to Coodham. The weather was lovely and
the trippers thoroughly appreciated the many courtesies extended to them during
their brief stay at Sir William Houldsworth's beautiful place.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 30 August 1901
ARDROSSAN RECHABITES HAVE
NEW SECRETARY
At a meeting of the Ardrossan Castlehill Tent of Rechabites held on Wednesday
evening (28 August 1901), Brother Robert Baillie was appointed tent secretary
in room of Brother Hugh Donnan. The latter gentleman had gone to fill an important
situation under the Uddingston Cooperative Society.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 30 August 1901
ARDROSSAN FLOWER SHOW
Ardrossan Flower Show is on today (30 August 1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 30 August 1901
CALDERS'S CINEMATOGRAPH AND
CONCERT
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 30 August 1901
ARDROSSAN FLOWER
SHOW
On Friday last (30 August 1901), the annual show of flowers, fruit and vegetables
held under the auspices of the Ardrossan Horticultural Society took place in
the Drill Hall, Ardrossan. The weather during the week preceding the show day
was not of a very favourable nature and in consequence the display seemed somewhat
thinner than usual but the quality in most of the classes was very good indeed.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 6 September 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
DOCTOR WILSON LEAVES ARDROSSAN
Doctor Wilson, Ardrossan is, we understand, bound for over the border.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 6 September 1901
ARDROSSAN LITERARY SOCIETY
There's a stir in Literary Society circles just now. The Ardrossan body is going
to make a gallant effort to widen its circle 'out of sight' and we hope it will
be successful.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 6 September 1901
ARDROSSAN SHOP BROKEN INTO
A shop in Ardrossan was broken into one morning this week. Suspicion attached
to some boys and as they immediately became conspicuous by their absence, the
police initiated a search. The boys 'took to the open country' but were at length
run to earth. Two of them will appear in the Burgh Court today (6 September
1901) to answer the charge.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 6 September 1901
NORTH CRESCENT HALF-VILLA
SOLD
We understand that the half-villa in North Crescent, Ardrossan, belonging to
Mr T B Cockburn and which was exposed for public sale on Tuesday (3 September
1901) has been sold privately to Mr Samuel Goodwin, Ardrossan.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 6 September 1901
ARDROSSAN AND DISTRICT CAMERA
CLUB
The members of the above Club have made arrangements for what promises to be
a very interesting session beginning tonight (6 September 1901) with a Print
Night. The Print Night, to quote from the syllabus just issued by the Club,
has been arranged to afford an opportunity to members for showing to members
examples of their work and thus mutually interesting each other in new scenes
and subjects. In the course of the session which concludes on 4 April, an interesting
and most instructive series of meetings will be held and various gentlemen will
address the members on matters dear to the heart of the amateur photographer.
Ordinary members of the Club pay 7s 6d annually with 2s 6d entry money and it
must be said that the use of the dark-room and enjoyment of the many privileges
conferred by membership are cheaply bought. Honorary members' subscription is
5s yearly.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 6 September 1901
MRS HART'S COOKERY CLASS
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 13 September 1901
ARDROSSAN TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
The monthly meeting of Ardrossan Town Council was held on Monday evening (9
September 1901) in the Council Chambers, Kilmahew. Provost Young presided and
the other members present were Bailie Smith, Councillors Barrie, Harvey, Bennett,
Guthrie, Hogarth and Crawford. The minutes of the last meeting were read and
approved. The salary of Mr C J Shaw, Burgh Surveyor, was increased from £120
to £140 per annum, the increase to be allocated in due proportions over
the various offices held by Mr Shaw.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 13 September 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
ARDROSSAN PARISH COUNCIL HORTICULTURISTS
Ardrossan Parish Council is rich in men devoted to horticulture.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 13 September 1901
ANOTHER ARDROSSAN LAUNCH
Mr Thomson, boat builder, Ardrossan, last week launched another of the his smart
fishing craft which have earned him an excellent reputation as a builder.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 13 September 1901
RESPECT FOR SISTER McCLURE
Out of respect for the memory of the late Sister H McClure, Ardrossan Lifeboat
Lodge of Good Templars have had their dispensation and officers' regalias draped
with black.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 13 September 1901
ARDROSSAN FIRN LAUNCHES STEAMER
A steel screw steamer named Baron Balfour for Hugh Hogarth, Glasgow and Ardrossan,
of a dead-weight carrying capacity of 660 tons was successfully launched from
the yard of A Rodger and Company, Port Glasgow, yesterday (12 September 1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 13 September 1901
MR FREW TAKES EXPERIENCE TO
TROON HARBOUR
Mr William Frew, traffic manager at Troon Harbour, will take to his new duties
a deal of experience acquired in Ardrossan when the company gets the harbour
proper under weigh. Big business may be looked for.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 13 September 1901
ARDROSSAN ACADEMY TEACHERS'
SUCCESS
We are pleased to note that Mr George G Turnbull, assistant teacher, and Mr
Alexander B Ririe, manual instructor, Ardrossan Academy have gained the diploma
Des Deutchen Vereins Fur Knabentaldarbeit at Leipzig in cardboard modelling
and wood carving. Mr Ririe receives mention in iron-work in addition.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 13 September 1901
ARDROSSAN ACADEMY TEACHER'S
SUCCESS
Mr George G Turnbull, Ardrossan Academy has passed the final examination of
the City and Guilds of London as Manual Instruction in Woodwork.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 13 September 1901
MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT ATTENDS
SPORTS
The honourable Thomas Cochrane, member of parliament and Lady Gertrude Cochrane
witnessed some lively tussles between Stevenston teams at Saltcoats in the five-a-side
competition at Saltcoats Gardeners' Sports on Saturday (7 September 1901). Had
he witnessed a certain juvenile game in Ardrossan a fortnight ago the honourable
member would have been reminded of scenes at the front.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 13 September 1901
WINTON STREET RENUMBERED
Winton Street, Ardrossan (shown below in 2002) has been renumbered.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 20 September 1901
DAVID McDOWALL WINS BAIRD
CUP
For the second year in succession, the cup presented to Ardrossan Cycling Club
by Mr George O Baird has been worn by Mr David McDowall.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 20 September 1901
MISS BAWMANN ADDRESSES YOUNG
MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION
In the Young Men's Christian Association Hall, Ardrossan on Tuesday evening
(17 September 1901), Miss Bawmann who for thirty years had engaged in missionary
work in India spoke most interestingly of her work in India.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 20 September 1901
ARDROSSAN GARRISON COMPANY
Modern breech-loading guns are expected at the coast batteries soon. The Ardrossan
Garrison Company had a big-gun firing exercise on Saturday (14 September 1901).
The Company is in a prosperous condition.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 20 September 1901
MISPELLING IN ARDROSSAN
Posters and handbills displayed locally this week gave Ardrossan's sense of
its own importance a real staggerer. Some English printer had apparently never
hear of the place and large, medium and small bills, our burgh was called Ardrossau
instead of Ardrossan.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 20 September 1901
ARDROSSAN LIFEBOAT EXERCISE
The periodical exercise of the lifeboat James Stevens on the Ardrossan Station
was carried out yesterday (26 September 1901). The boat was successfully launched
and proceeded on the usual run. The weather being fine, the exercise was valueless
as a test of gear but otherwise was very satisfactory. In the opinion of her
crew, there is no better lifeboat in the United Kingdom than the one which Coxswain
Macfarlane commands and the boat is fit for any service. The claims of the Royal
National Lifeboat Institution are apt to be less prominent during the summer
season than during the months of storm and shipwreck but it is hoped that locally
the public support on which this splendid institution depends will be unstinted.
Mr Thomas Guthrie, solicitor, ably fills the post of honorary secretary to the
local committee.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 September 1901
KILDONAN LIFEBOAT COMES TO
ARDROSSAN
On Tuesday evening (24 September 1901), six members of the crew of the lifeboat
on the Kildonan Station called the boat over to Ardrossan. It has been stated
that the boat is to be transferred to some other station. Lying in the Old Dock,
Ardrossan, the boat appears to be of the same type as the one which preceded
the James Stevens on the Ardrossan Station. It is understood to be questionable
if the boat will be replaced at Kildonan, the experience of late years having
been that a suitable crew has been difficult to obtain.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 September 1901
MARRIAGE OF MISS JESSIE GALLOWAY,
ARDROSSAN
By a pleasing an exceedingly interesting ceremony performed at Kilmeny, Ardrossan
(shown below as the Hotel Kilmeny in the 1970s) on Wednesday afternoon (25 September
1901), there were united in wedlock two widely-known and highly esteemed Christian
workers - Miss Jessie Galloway, daughter of Mr John Galloway of Kilmeny and
the Reverend John Stuart Holden (Cantab). The officiating clergymen were the
Reverend W D M Sutherland, Landsborough Church, Saltcoats and the Reverend J
Elder Cumming DD.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 September 1901
IRVINE AT ARDROSSAN
The dredger Irvine is in dry dock at Ardrossan.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 September 1901
ARDROSSAN CALEDONIAN RAILWAY
AMBULANCE CLASS
On Sunday 6 October, the members of Ardrossan Caledonian Railway Ambulance Class
meet and begin another session.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 September 1901
GAS MAIN NEARLY FINISHED
The new gas main is not far off the finishing mark at Burnfoot. The work has
progressed very steadily.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 September 1901
ARDROSSAN CHEMISTS CLOSE AT
8 PM
Ardrossan chemists have decided to close at 8 pm during the winter even though
it is the social meeting season.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 September 1901
HMS BENBOW OFF ARDROSSAN
HMS Benbow was in the Firth yesterday afternoon (26 September 1901) and when
opposite Ardrossan was an object of much interest.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 September 1901
BROUGHSHANE GETTING SHIP-SHAPE
In the hands of Ardrossan Dry Dock and Shipbuilding Company Limited, the much-battered
Broughshane is beginning to look ship-shape again.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 September 1901
ROBERT FERRIER APPOINTED TO
CHAIR OF ENGINEERING
Professor Robert Ferrier has been appointed to the chair of engineering at University
College, Bristol. Ardrossan is thus honoured.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 September 1901
ARDROSSAN BOWLING GREEN CLOSING
GAME
The closing game of the season takes place tomorrow, Saturday afternoon (28
September 1901) at 3.30 on Ardrossan Bowling Green. It is hoped there will be
a large turnout of the members on this occasion.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 September 1901
ARDROSSAN BOWLING GREEN SUPPER
AND PRIZEGIVING
Tuesday 8 October is the date fixed for the supper and presentation of prizes
in connection with the Ardrossan Bowling Club. The cuisine arrangements are
in the hands of Mr Fleming of the Eglinton Arms Hotel.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 September 1901
ARDROSSAN LITERARY SOCIETY
Ardrossan Literary Society meets on Tuesday evening (1 October 1901). The proceedings
will be brief owing to the yacht race but members and prospective members are
requested to turn up all the same.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 September 1901
ARDROSSAN LITERARY AND DEBATING
SOCIETY
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 September 1901
ARDROSSAN AMBULANCE CLASS
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 September 1901
ARDROSSAN LIBERAL ASSOCIATION
From advertisement, it will be noticed that the annual meeting of Ardrossan
Liberal Association will be held tonight, Friday (27 September 1901) at eight
o'clock in the Club Room. We hope to see a large attendance of members.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 September 1901
HARVEST THANKSGIVING SERVICES
In Saint John's, Ardrossan on Sunday evening (29 September 1901), harvest thanksgiving
services were held.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 4 October 1901
ARDROSSAN BOWLERS' SOCIAL
EVENING
The Ardrossan bowlers will fight their battles o'er again on Tuesday evening
(8 October 1901) at a social function.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 4 October 1901
ARDROSSAN LITERARY SOCIETY
Ardrossan Literary Society met on Tuesday evening (1 October 1901). A big attendance
is wanted at the next meeting on Tuesday first (8 October 1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 4 October 1901
FURNITURE SALE AT BURNFOOT
VILLA
The prices realised at a sale of furniture in Burnfoot Villa, Ardrossan (shown
to the left of centre below left in 2006) on Tuesday last (1 October 1901) have
not been equalled since the Seafield (shown below as Quarriers in 2008) sale
many years ago.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 4 October 1901
C MURCHIE AND COMPANY APPOINTED
TO THE ADMIRALTY
We are pleased to note that Messrs C Murchie and Company, Ardrossan, have been
appointed contractors to the Admiralty for the supply of bread and provisions
to His Majesty's ships visiting Lamlash.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 4 October 1901
RAILWAY PETITION
In response to a petition presented to the Glasgow and South-Western Railway
Company praying that the connection between Glasgow and Ardrossan Princes Street
Station (shown below as Ardrossan Town Station in 2005) should be resumed per
the 4-7 train, we are advised that it has now been arranged to attach a portion
for Ardrossan to be detached at South Beach where the engine will be in readiness
to work it in.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 4 October 1901
ARDROSSAN PENNY SAVINGS BANK
- MANAGERS WANTED
Mr E J Hill, agent, appeals for additional managers to assist at the Ardrossan
Penny Savings Bank on Saturdays from 6 to 7 pm. The bank has never been so popular
as it is at present. There are over 720 accounts and unless assistance is forthcoming,
the question of closing the institution will have to be considered. We trust
a hearty response will be given to Mr Hill's appeal. At one time there were
twenty-four managers - now there are only six. One hour in several weeks is
not much to give to carry on a useful agency and we will be glad to be in a
position to state in an early issue that local patriotism has manifested itself
in a large enlistment of willing workers.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 4 October 1901
ARDROSSAN LIBERAL ASSOCIATION
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
The annual general meeting of the members of the Ardrossan Liberal was held
in the Liberal Club Rooms on Friday evening last (28 October 1901). In the unavoidable
absence of the president, Mr C J Shearer, the chair was occupied by Mr William
Gilroy who briefly introduced the proceedings and expressed the regret of the
members at the indisposition which prevented Mr Shearer from attending.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 4 October 1901
BARQUE FROM ARDROSSAN ON FIRE
A Cape Town telegram of Monday's date (30 September 1901), states that the British
barque Glenogle, bound from Ardrossan to Cape Town has been abandoned on fire.
The vessel was fifty-four days out from Ardrossan and 1550 miles from Cape Town
when fire broke out in the cargo. The cause of the outbreak was spontaneous
combustion.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 4 October 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
JOINER FINED FOR ASSAULTING
A WOMAN
At Monday's (30 September 1901) Burgh Court, a joiner of Harbour Place, Ardrossan
appeared on a charge of having assaulted a woman by striking her on the head
with a pair of tongs, causing a lacerated wound. The accused was fined thirty
shillings with the alternative of twenty-one days imprisonment.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 4 October 1901
MR SALMOND TO VISIT ARDROSSAN
We direct attention to the announcement of a lecture by Mr D S Salmond on Handel
And His Music With Illustrations to be given in Saint John's Church, Ardrossan
on Wednesday evening (9 October 1901). Mr Salmond combines in himself the gifts
of lecturing and singing well and a pleasant and profitable evening may be assured
to all who reserve Wednesday evening for that entertainment.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 4 October 1901
ARDROSSAN BOWLING CLUB SEASON
CLOSES
On Saturday last (28 September 1901), the Ardrossan Bowling Club brought the
season to a close with the usual game - president versus vice-president. The
weather, although dull, was favourable ans a pleasant game was the outcome.
The attendance of members on this occasion was small, only eight rinks taking
part.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 4 October 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
ARDROSSAN CURLERS READY
The Ardrossan Curlers are now ready for the first freeze.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 11 October 1901
THE FENIAN AT ASSEMBLY ROOMS
The Fenian made a very good appearance in the Assembly Hall last night
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 11 October 1901
The Fenian was a play.
ARDROSSAN MAN APPOINTED INSPECTOR
OF MINES
Mr Frank Smith, B Sc of Ardrossan who some time ago held an appointment in Lugar
has been appointed government inspector of mines in North West Territories,
Canada. We offer congratulations.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 11 October 1901
COLUMBIA WINS
Columbia wins. This was the message that was displayed in Ardrossan on Friday
night (4 October 1901) and it occasioned not a little surprise for although
it could not be admitted that the chance of the challenger has decreased in
the face of two successive victories of the Columbia, there was a strong hope
that the British boat would prove her superiority. However, the cup is destined
to remain in America meantime and there is nothing for it but to take our defeat
in a graceful way.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 11 October 1901
ARDROSSAN POSTMAN RETIRES
AFTER THIRTY-SIX YEARS
This week, there has been a great change in Ardrossan Post Office for on Saturday
last (5 October 1901), Mr William Brown who for thirty-six years was postman
in Ardrossan went on the retired list having passed the age limit of sixty years.
In September 1865, Mr Brown entered upon his duties of postman. At that time,
Ardrossan Post Office was not the commodious institution it is now and at that
time Mr Brown was the sole postman and continued so for more than six years
afterwards. Dr Stevens was postmaster and there was only one lady clerk. When
Mr Brown tackled the work of delivering all the Ardrossan letters himself, the
town was, of course, considerably smaller than it is now. In Glasgow Street,
the houses on the shore side did not extend beyond the United Presbyterian,
now Park United Presbyterian Church, of which the Reverend Mr Murray was minister.
On the landward side of the street, the line of house was not far beyond the
church. Clyde View at that time was the most northerly house in Montgomerie
Street and in what is now Eglinton Street, there stood alone the Free Church
manse, then occupied by the Reverend Mr Stewart, Seafield and the Burnfoot Villas
and Crescent Park stood almost alone in the North Crescent. In the South Crescent,
the Established Church manse was the house nearest Saltcoats. Great changes
have taken place both in the dimensions of the place and in the personnel of
its business population since Mr Brown took up his duties in 1865. Throughout
all the changes, he has been highly esteemed by all the community and that now
he has laid down his work after thirty-six years faithful service. Than Mr Brown,
Ardrossan has had no more worthy and esteemed public official and the best wishes
of the whole community will, we are sure, go with him into his well-earned,
though compulsory, retirement.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 11 October 1901
INVALID COOKERY
All desirous of hearing an expert on the difficult subject of invalid cookery
should note that Mrs Hart will give a lecture on that subject in Ardrossan Town
Hall on Tuesday first (15 October 1901). Mrs Hart's qualifications and ability
will ensure to all who take advantage of the opportunity an instructive hour
or so.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 11 October 1901
DR WILSON LEAVES ARDROSSAN
On Saturday last (5 October 1901), Dr Wilson left Ardrossan to take up a large
practice in Gateshead-upon-Tyne. A few days before leaving, he was presented
with handsome fish and fruit services as slight tokens of the esteem of a large
number of friends. Since coming to Ardrossan, Dr Wilson has won the admiration
and affection of a wide circle and he goes to his new practice with our best
wishes and fullest confidence.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 11 October 1901
EVENING CLASSES IN ARDROSSAN
ACADEMY
The evening classes under the Ardrossan of School Board are now for the most
part in full swing. In this issue, however, will be found an announcement which
will be of interest to the fair sex generally. Evening classes for instruction
in practical cookery, laundry work and millinery are being formed in Ardrossan
Academy. The cookery classes are on Monday evenings from 7 to 9, laundry on
Wednesdays at the same time and millinery on Tuesdays and Thursdays, also at
the same time.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 11 October 1901
FINED FOR FAILING TO EDUCATE
At a Justice of the Peace Court held in Ardrossan on Tuesday (8 October 1901)
, Provost Guthrie, presiding several cases at the instance of Ardrossan Parish
School Board were disposed of. A man of Montgomerie Lane, Ardrossan, for failing
to provide elementary education for his child was fined 10/- with 10/- expenses.
A man from Saltcoats appeared in respect of his two sons. It transpired that
this was the third occasion on which he had been prosecuted. One of the boys
who is twelve years of age is only in the first standard while the other, aged
ten, has not got beyond the infant department. The sentence was 10/- with 10/-
expenses. A warrant was granted for the apprehension of another Saltcoats man
who failed to appear.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 11 October 1901
ARDROSSAN TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
The Town Council of Ardrossan met in Kilmahew on Monday night (14 October 1901).
Provost Young presided and Bailie Smith, Councillors Barrie, Bennett, Harvey,
Guthrie, Hogarth and Crawford were present. Minutes of the preceding meeting
were read and approved and in reference to a Works Committee minute touching
the matter of the Fire Brigade, Mr Harvey, the convenor, stated that, as the
minute indicated, the committee had made an enquiry into the question of the
Brigade's efficiency and had come to the conclusion that, so far as the Brigade
itself was concerned, it was as efficient as it could be and that considering
the requirements of a town such as Ardrossan, it was satisfactory.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 18 October 1901
ELECTIONS
By a strange coincidence, four councillors fall to be elected in the three burghs
of Ardrossan, Saltcoats and Kilwinning. Interim appointments account for this.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 18 October 1901
REQUEST TO STAND FOR ELECTION
We understand Mr Lewis Porter, Elsing House, Ardrossan has received a requisition
requesting him to stand for election as a town councillor and that he has given
his consent.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 18 October 1901
Elsing House was in South Crescent, now South Crescent
Road.
ARDROSSAN BURGH BALANCE SHEET
Ardrossan ratepayers who pose as financial experts can obtain a copy of the
Burgh's balance sheet on payment of one penny. As the cost of production would
run to something over a shilling, the bargain is a good one. Besides, it may
furnish points for hecklers at the ratepayers' meeting.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 18 October 1901
ARDROSSAN SHAKESPEARE READING
CLUB
The Ardrossan Shakespeare Reading Club inaugurated its fifth session on Monday
evening of last week (7 October 1901) with a revival of Twelfth Night. The Club
membership now numbers forty-two. While Shakespeare has naturally the foremost
place in the syllabus for the ensuing session, Ben Johnson, Beaumont and Fletcher
and Otway are also represented. The tragedy of Becket as arranged for dramatic
representative by the late Poet Laureate and Sir Henry Irving will also be taken
up by the Club during the winter. The Club is retaining in full measure the
interest and enthusiasm of its members.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 18 October 1901
PRESENTATION TO ARDROSSAN
POSTAL WORKER
Mr Mayes, who for a long period occupied an important position on the staff
of Ardrossan Post Office, was recently transferred to the Post Office at Portree
and has settled down to the duties of his new position. The occasion of his
removal to Portree has been taken advantage of by the Ardrossan staff to express
the esteem in which Mr Mayes was held there. A beautiful gold albert with pennant
bearing a suitable inscription and a purse for Mrs Mayes were the tokens of
regard and the expression of good wishes.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 18 October 1901
ARDROSSAN MUNICIPAL ELECTION
RATEPAYERS' MEETING
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 October 1901
HARVEST THANKSGIVING IN SAINT
ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
In Saint Andrew's Episcopal Church, Ardrossan on Sunday last (20 October 1901),
Harvest Thanksgiving services were held. There were large attendances. The interior
of the church bore appropriate indications of the nature of the service which
was itself very appropriate.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 October 1901
HELP WANTED FOR ARDROSSAN
BOYS' BRIGADE
Last week, the Saltcoats Company of the Boys' Brigade began another season's
work. The Ardrossan Company had a most successful season last year under Captain
Murchie. The pressure of other and more important work, however, renders it
impossible for Captain Murchie to again take up the affairs of the Brigade.
Should any local gentleman interested in the splendid work of the Boys' Brigade
care to identify himself with the Ardrossan Company, he is assured of the use
of the commodious Drill Hall and, we are certain, of every possible assistance
from those who have had experience of the work.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 October 1901
TESTIMONIAL TO WILLIAM BROWN,
POSTMAN
As already intimated in our columns, William Brown, after thirty-six years service
as postman in Ardrossan has had to retire having reached the age limit. A movement
has been inaugurated to present him with a testimonial in recognition of his
long and faithful services and already a number of subscriptions have been sent
in. It will be gratifying and fitting if the testimonial is representative of
the town's appreciation and that it may be so we have pleasure in making it
known that subscriptions are being received by Mr Thomas Guthrie, writer, or
Mr Guthrie, Herald Office.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 October 1901
ARDROSSAN LADIES CLOTHING
SOCIETY
The affairs of the above useful and benevolent Society are at present in a satisfactory
state. The Society is one which has, in a quiet way, done an immense amount
of good and it is well worthy of support. The treasurer thanks all who have
contributed to the funds of the Society. The last financial year we note from
a report submitted by the secretary, the receipts of the Society, including
£23 collected and £2 from Miss Gullan's concert fund, were £32
2s 1d. The expenditure totalled £29 11s 8d. There is thus a balance on
the right side of £2 10s 5d and the good work continues.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 October 1901
CONSERVATIVE CLUB
Yesterday (24 October 1901), the initial operations for the erection of the
new Club Rooms of the Ardrossan Conservative Association were begun. The premises
will be erected to plans prepared by Mr Thomson, architect, Saltcoats and will,
it is estimated, cost £1000. A large hall with reading and writing rooms
and a caretaker's house will be included in the building. The work has been
secured by the following tradesmen: mason work - Mr John Inglis, Ardrossan;
joiner work - Mr Robert Frew, Stevenston; plumber work - Mr John Lambert, Ardrossan;
slater work - Mr James Allison, Ardrossan and plasterwork - Messrs Murray and
McCallum, Saltcoats.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 October 1901
NEW MINISTER FOR ARDROSSAN
EVANGELICAL UNION CHURCH
The Minister elect, the Reverend George Sharpe (shown below), Chateaugay, New
York, has accepted the call from the congregation of the Evangelical Union Congregation
Church, Ardrossan. Our readers will remember that on several occasions during
the summer, the Reverend Mr Sharpe occupied the pulpit of the church and so
acceptable were his ministrations at that time that the congregation asked him
to consider a call.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 October 1901
ARDROSSAN BURGH FINANCES
There is no more interesting document than the annual balance sheet of a progressive
burgh. The gradual increase in the figures on both sides of the ledger testifies
more eloquently than words to the town's prosperity and to the greater responsibility
resting upon the ratepayers' representatives. The readiness with which money
can be borrowed is a strong temptation to launch out into expensive schemes
and we have only to mention that the fact that the loans taken on by Ardrossan
and Saltcoats total respectively £45000 and £21000 to show how burdens
accumulate and of themselves constitute a tax upon the people.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 October 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
ARDROSSAN ACADEMY ENTERTAINMENT
Ardrossan Academy pupils are practicing for an entertainment which they intend
giving this winter.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 October 1901
SIR GEORGE WHITE PASSES THROUGH
ARDROSSAN
Sir George White (shown below in 1900), the hero of Ladysmith, passed through
Ardrossan on Tuesday night (22 October 1901) on his way to Belfast.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 October 1901
More information on Sir George White can be seen by
clicking here
and here.
ARDROSSAN LIFEBOAT LODGE SOIREE
The thirty-first grand annual soiree of the Lifeboat Lodge, Ardrossan, number
171, Lodge of Good Templars takes place tonight (25 October 1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 October 1901
ARDROSSAN MAN MADE FREEMAN
OF GLASGOW
Mr James Black, Ardrossan, has been made a freeman and burgess of the City of
Glasgow for services rendered in South Africa.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 October 1901
ARDROSSAN RATEPAYERS' MEETING
Ardrossan ratepayers will have an opportunity on Tuesday night (22 October 1901)
of airing local grievances and heckling prospective candidates on their views.
The prospects of a lively contest are bright.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 October 1901
THE LITTLE MINISTER IN ARDROSSAN
The ever-famous comedy by J M Barrie, The Little Minister, is visiting the Assembly
Hall on Friday 8 November under the direction of Mr Frederic de Lara and Mr
Gordon Doone. The company is an excellent one and is meeting with record success
everywhere. The play abounds with humour both of situation and of expression.
The situations are cleverly constructed and effective and the story raises none
of the disturbing questions which so many modern plays call up, merely to leave
unanswered. The times and places of the events are remote from our everyday
lives, an atmosphere of charm and romance.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 October 1901
J M Barrie also wrote The Old Lady Shows Her Medals, the
play that The Ardrossan and Saltcoats Players performed in New York on 12 May
1928 to win the David Belasco Cup which might be regarded as the world cup of
drama.
ARDROSSAN
HARBOURS CASUALTIES BENEFIT FUND BALANCE SHEET
One Who Knows sends us the following balance sheet which should be satisfactory
to all who assisted in any way to the raising of the funds on behalf of the
relatives of the lads drowned off Ardrossan Harbour (on 9 June 1901).
income
5 July By
cycle parade
£47 3s 10 1/2d
15 July By
Rovers Football Club £2
13s 3 1/2d
15 August By Celtic Football
Club
£14 7s 2d
total
income £64 4s 4d
expenditure
15 July
To each relative (4) - £5 10s £22
0s 0d
16 August To each relative
(4) - £3 11s 9 1/2d £14 7s 2d
11 October To each relative (4) -
£6 15s 0 1/2d £26 0s 2d
expenses
re parade
£0 17s 0d
expenditure
total £64 4s 4d
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 October 1901
FINED FOR FAILING TO EDUCATE
At Ardrossan Justice of the Peace Court on Friday (18 October 1901), a general
dealer of Townhead Street, Stevenston was convicted of a contravention of the
Education Act by failing to educate his sons of eleven years and nine years.
The eleven-year-old was sent to the training ship at Helensburgh and the nine-year-old
to Kilmarnock Industrial School in each case till they attain the age of sixteen
years.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 25 October 1901
SERGEANTS' DANCE PHOTO
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 November 1901
MUNICIPAL ELECTION - ARDROSSAN
RATEPAYERS AND THE CANDIDATES
On Tuesday evening (29 October 1901) the Ardrossan ratepayer exercised 'his
richts'. The Assembly Hall was packed with citizens who wanted to know what
the gentlemen who desire to work for them for nothing but criticism meant to
do if it pleased the electors to send them to tread the stair case carpet of
Kilmahew. Councillor Harvey presided. There were also on the platform Councillors
Hogarth and Guthrie, Messrs Barrie and Crawford, retiring members who desire
re-election and Messrs Smith, Porter, Cree and Herbert, new candidates.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 November 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
ARDROSAN CYCLE CLUB DANCE
The local cyclists dance in the Drill Hall on 22 October.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 November 1901
ARDROSSAN LITERARY SOCIETY
Ardrossan Literary Society will on Tuesday evening (5 November 1901) discuss
the contents of the Magazine to which members have contributed some remarkable
papers.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 November 1901
HIGH PRESSURE GAS
Quite a number of ratepayers and gas consumers are convinced that the gas is
being pressed on them a great deal too strongly. They are quite right too. Over-pressure
runs up the bills.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 November 1901
ERROR IN BENEFIT FUND STATEMENT
Eagle-eyed financiers who noticed as slight error in the financial
statement of the benefit fund in connection with the boating accident at
Ardrossan (on 9 June 1901) are herby assured that it was only a misprint.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 November 1901
LAST PATIENT LEAVES ARDROSSAN
AND SALTCOATS HOSPITAL
As the last patient left Ardrossan and Saltcoats Joint Hospital this week, it
would be well to let 'that dog' loose so that a few microbes might be distributed
and the hospital doctor saved from death from starvation.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 November 1901
PRESENTATION TO ARDROSSAN
COOPERATIVE MAN
Mr Hugh Donnan who was in the Saltcoats branch of the Ardrossan Cooperative
Society and is now in Uddingston has been made the recipient of a beautiful
of the respect and good wishes of his coast-town friends.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 November 1901
ARDROSSAN LIFEBOAT LODGE SOCIAL
The annual social meeting held under the auspices of the Ardrossan Lifeboat
Lodge, number 171, Lodge of Good Templars was successfully brought off in the
Templars' Hall last Friday evening (25 October 1901). Brother H Flynn, Chief
Templar, presided ably and in his introductory remarks indicated that the position
of the Lodge throughout the year since the last social. A very fine programme
was submitted after tea. The Misses Travers sang most acceptably and Mr John
Miller also contributed to the musical programme and to the enjoyment of a very
large gathering as did a popular friend. Most worthy of favourable comment was
the duet of the Misses Matthewson, Ardrossan, whose singing was excellent. Included
in the attractive programme were gramophone selections by Mr Wilson. These were
enjoyed. Miss J Becket, who gave several recitations displaying elecutionary
gifts of a higher order, was most successful in the pieces chosen. The Misses
Higgins also recited well, particulary the last hymn. Altogether, the entertainment
was very good.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 1 November 1901
CLEANER WANTED FOR ARDROSSAN
ACADEMY
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 November 1901
MAN KILLED ON ARDROSSAN RAILWAY
LINE
On Wednesday afternoon (6 November 1901), James Poland, a man over sixty years
of age who was employed as a surfaceman was knocked down by the Arran express
while at work on the Glasgow and South-Western line between the Harbour and
Ardrossan Station. He sustained very severe injuries. He was immediately conveyed
to the Royal Infirmary, Glasgow where he died shortly after admission.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 November 1901
PRESENTATION TO MR WILLIAM
BROWN, POSTMAN
On the occasion of his retiral from the postal service after a connection extending
over thirty-five years, Mr William Brown was on Friday (1 November 1901) made
the recipient of expressions of the respect and esteem of the postmaster and
staff of Ardrossan Post Office. On that evening, a deputation presented Mr Brown
with a gold-mounted walking stick, a gents umbrella and a travelling bag. The
gifts were accompanied with the good wishes of the givers and Mr Brown's acknowledgement
was most hearty.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 November 1901
ARDROSSAN HARBOUR BUSY
Ardrossan Harbour has been remarkably busy this week.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 November 1901
ARDROSSAN NINETY-ONE YEAR
OLD LADY VOTES FOR FIRST TIME
On Tuesday (5 November 1901), an Ardrossan lady, ninety-one years of age, took
advantage for the first time of her voting rights.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 November 1901
ARDROSSAN ACADEMY PUPILS GO
TO THE GLASGOW EXHIBITION
The Academy pupils had a holiday on Wednesday (6 November 1901) and many of
them spent and educative day at the Glasgow
Exhibition.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 November 1901
PROVOST YOUNG'S WORKMEN GO
TO THE GLASGOW EXHIBITION
Provost Young, Ardrossan, with commendable generosity, gave his workmen a holiday
with a day's wage on Saturday (2 November 1901) and defrayed their rail fares
to Glasgow in order that they might enjoy a day at the Glasgow
Exhibition.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 November 1901
SUCCESSFUL DANCE ASSEMBLY
The large number of pupils who attended the dancing classes taught by Mr Barbour,
Ardrossan, has a very successful assembly on Friday evening last (1 November
1901)
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 November 1901
ARDROSSAN MAN WINS PRIZES
AT ENGLISH TUMBLER CLUB SHOW
At the English Tumbler Club show held at Birmingham on Wednesday (6 November
1901), Mr John Brown, Ardrossan, won three first, one second and a fourth prize,
including a fifteen guinea challenge cup for long-faced tumblers.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 November 1901
ARDROSSAN MUNICIPAL ELECTION
RESULT
With seven candidates for four seats, Ardrossan was mildly excited on Tuesday
(5 November 1901). There was quite a stir in the vicinity of the polling station
throughout the day. The weather was good. Considerable interest was taken in
the contest, the man in the street recognising that the retiring councillors
who sought re-election has some rivals for honours. Canvassing was actively
carried on by most of the seven who were Mr George Barrie, Mr James Goodwin
and Mr Archibald Crawford, retiring members; Mr J R Smith, Mr Lewis Porter,
Mr W Craig and Mr J Herbert, new candidates. Between 6 and 8 pm, business was
somewhat brisk
A fair crowd of fair dimensions awaited the result of 'the count' and the announcement
of the figures was received with the usual cheers. The ratepayers had placed
the candidates in the following order:
J R Smith 507
Archibald Crawford 346
Lewis Porter 292
James Goodwin 251
George Barrie 206
William Craig 167
J Herbert 76
There was considerable surprise that Mr Barrie was unplaced. For many years,
he has given to the work of the Council earnest and devoted effort. When the
Council meets to elect magistrates and rearrange committees, it will be composed
of William Young, Provost (shown below left in the early 1890s); John Harvey;
F A P Bennett; John Hogarth (shown below right in the early 1890s); G C Guthrie;
J R Smith; Archibald Crawford and James Goodwin. Ex-Bailie Smith, who did not
seek re-election at this time, partnered ex-Bailie on the magisterial bench.
The new members, Messrs J R Smith and Lewis Porter, are men of whose business
ability there can be no question and if the ratepayers of Ardrossan have lost
true and tried men, they may assure themselves of having secured good men to
fill their places. The Burgh affairs in several directions have reached the
point the utmost care and ability on the part of our municipal administrators
is a necessity.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 November 1901
MISSIONARY MEETING IN ARDROSSAN
A missionary meeting of more than ordinary interest is announced to be held
in Saint John's Church, Ardrossan on Thursday first (14 November 1901). The
speaker, Mr J Love Tindal is not unknown to local people, having had a business
connection with Saltcoats some few years ago. We trust the Women's Missionary
Association, under whose auspices the meeting is being held, will be rewarded
by a large and appreciative audience.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 November 1901
ARDROSSAN COOPERATIVE SOCIETY
LIMITED
The one hundred and twenty fifth general meeting of the above Society was held
on Friday evening (1 November 1901) in the Good Templars' Hall, Mr Robert Alexander
presiding. The attendance was large and the meeting, which lasted for nearly
three hours, was a lively and interesting one. The minutes of the last quarterly
meeting and minutes of committee meetings held during the quarter were passed.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 8 November 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
ARDROSSAN YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN
ASSOCIATION
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 November 1901
ROBERT BARBOUR JUNIOR
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 November 1901
IN MEMORIAM - JOHN BOYD, BUILDER,
ARDROSSAN
On Tuesday (12 November 1901), there was laid to rest in Ardrossan Cemetery
(in the grave shown in the photographs below), one who was largely identified
with the making of the town. For forty-five years, Mr John Boyd was one of its
prominent citizens, deeply interested in its welfare and actively engaged in
raising memorials of its progress. His life was busy one. He well earned the
few years of rest and contentment which he was spared to enjoy and when on Friday
night (8 November 1901), the call came to him he entered upon his voyage into
the Unseen without a struggle save that regret which all must feel at the thought
of leaving loved ones behind. Mr Boyd was born in Ardrossan on 24 November 1824.
His family was one of the oldest in the town. After completing his schooling,
he served his apprenticeship to the mason trade with his father and along with
his brother William, took his first contract, number 6 Crescent, in 1846. Between
that date and 1852, Mr Boyd wrought as a journeyman for short periods in Glasgow
and Greenock but from 1852 to 1897, he carried on business as a builder in Ardrossan,
Arran and district. When we remember that Ardrossan had only been six years
previous to 1852 erected into a Burgh and that the railway was not acquired
by the Glasgow and South-Western Railway Company until 1854, that three of the
banks in town were opened subsequent to 1857 and that, with the exception of
the New Parish Church, that year also witnessed the erection of the first of
the other four churches, we can form some idea of the part that Mr Boyd played
in the development of the town. He was the contractor for the development of
the Town Buildings, the foundation stone of which was laid in 1858 and he it
was who built the Independent, Saint John's, Park and Episcopal Churches. Further
evidence to his abilities as a builder is witnessed to by the Public School
and Seafield. In Arran, he did a considerable amount of work for the estate.
In fact, he was as well known throughout the island as in Ardrossan. Beside
building the Parish and Free Churches in Whiting Bay and the Free Church in
Lamlash, he built a large number of private dwellings. As an employer, he was
highly respected by his workmen and among other builders, his opinion always
carried considerable weight. In the midst of his building operations, Mr Boyd
found time to serve on the Council and take a prominent part in local pastimes.
He was a councillor for twenty-seven years during which time his practical knowledge
and sound common sense were of inestimable value in forwarding projects beneficial
to the town. After the death of Provost Barr, Mr Boyd was elected president
of the Castle Curling Club for successive years and took a prominent part in
all the games and matches. Bowling was also a favourite exercise with him, his
membership with the Club dating as far back as 1858. In politics, Mr Boyd was
a Liberal by conviction and never hesitated to express his opinions on the questions
of the day. His last public appearance was on the day of the general election
in October last year when he visited the polling booth and recorded his vote
for Mr Williamson. The United Presbyterian Church had his practical sympathy
from the time of its erection and his death thins still further the ranks of
the few now left to tell the story of its inception and its early struggles.
Apart from his business and public qualities, Mr Boyd was a most estimable man.
There was a warmth in his handgrip and a friendliness in his smile that bespoke
a generous nature. The memory of him is fragrant and we pay this tribute to
his worth in appreciation of his good qualities and in remembrance of many pleasant
applications.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 November 1901
The inscription on the gravestone is:
Erected by John Boyd, builder, in memory of his daughter, Jane Drape who died
29 September 1870 aged 6 years
the above John Boyd died 8 November 1901 in the 77th year of his age
Jean Barker Drape, his wife, died 24 July 1920 died in the 90th year of her
adage
their son Robert Drape Boyd, late agent Royal Bank of Scotland, Kilmarnock died
18 September 1931 aged 73 years
Mary Boyd eldest daughter of the above John Boyd died 18 April 1945, aged 85
years
Annie Jardine Boyd youngest daughter of the above John Boyd, died 20 May 1952,
aged 81 years
Jane Kerr of Sanquhar died 26 June 1888, aged 80 years
GALE CAUSES ACCIDENTS TO SCHOOLCHILDREN
Tuesday's gale was responsible for a number of slight accidents to school children
in Ardrossan.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 November 1901
ARDROSSAN ACADEMY BICYCLE
SHED
The roof of the bicycle shed at the Academy was lifted from its fastening on
Tuesday morning and spread over the front lawn.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 November 1901
ARDROSSAN ACADEMY LEAVING
CERTIFICATES
On Tuesday (12 November 1901), in the presence of some of the Board members,
a large number of Ardrossan Academy pupils were presented with their leaving
certificates which they had gained.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 November 1901
MODEL YACHTS IN ARDROSSAN
The model yachts which are being fitted out in Ardrossan just now are numerous
and beautiful. Mr John Black, Ardrossan has a nice metal-built craft ready for
rigging.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 November 1901
ORGAN RECONSTRUCTION IN NEW
PARISH CHURCH
The organ of Ardrossan New Parish Church is about to undergo a thorough reconstruction
at the hands of Messrs Ingram, Hope, Jones and Company, Hereford. The additions
include the introduction of a patent tubular pneumatic action and the work is
expected to be completed by Christmas.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 November 1901
IMPROVED BATHS SOUGHT
Ardrossan ratepayers seem to favour swimming baths or at least some improvement
on the bathing facilities. It may interest them to know that through the agency
of the London Schools Swimming Association, 20000 youngsters in the metropolis
have become proficient swimmers.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 November 1901
ARDROSSAN TOWN COUNCIL
The resignation of Mr Frank A P Bennett from the Council was, though not by
any means inevitable, the somewhat natural result of his treatment by his fellow
members. There cannot be two opinions as to his right over a bailieship and
the election of others over his head must have been unpleasant. No coherent
reason was given at the Council meeting for the abandonment of the 'seniority'
rule, a rule which holds good in almost every well-conducted Council. All the
same, Mr Bennett could afford to be magnanimous. Mr J R Smith gives promise
of considerable controversial activity and there can be no doubt that he will
be an acquisition to the Council. His enquiry into the condition of the gas
accounts on Monday evening (11 November 1901) was searching and timeously so.
Apparently, he means to have no fear of taking a decided stand against the anachronisms
wherewith as a community we are burdened. Mr Lewis Porter, too, is likely to
be of some public service. Bailie Hogarth ought to be congratulated on the success
on his effort on behalf on the settlement of the long-mooted question of printing
the Council minutes. It was ridiculous that the Council should have been content
at this time of day with the antiquated and quite unserviceable method of having
the minutes read by a clerk. Now indeed, it looks as if we have a Council which
proposes to progress.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 November 1901
ARDROSSAN PARISH COUNCIL
This Council held their last monthly meeting for the present term of office
on Tuesday night last (12 November 1901) in the Saltcoats office, Mr Alexander
Hamilton, chairman, presiding. There were also present Messrs Robert Brown,
James B Aitken, Captain Torrance, William Gilroy, William Tannock, David Bell,
John Anderson, James Bryden, Hugh Currie, Edward Markie, John Norris and Bailie
Miller, also Mr Ritchie, clerk and inspector. The minutes being read and approved
and the regular business disposed off, the chairman addressed the meeting in
the following terms. Gentlemen, tonight, the present Parish Council are met
virtually for the last time. It occurred to me that at this meeting we might
look back on the work of this and previous Councils and I have gathered together
a few statistics myself and also through the aid of Mr Ritchie, our clerk.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 November 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
THIEVES ARRESTED WITHIN TWO
HOURS
Between Monday night (11 November 1901) and Tuesday morning (12 November 1901),
two cases of housebreaking - or rather shopbreaking - occurred in Ardrossan.
It was found that the tobacconist's premises in Princes Street occupied by Mrs
Wilson had been entered from a back window, the thieves breaking the window,
releasing the snib and then breaking the shutter. Property of considerable value
had been taken including two watches, two gold chains, two rings, some money,
cigarettes et cetera. The ice-cream shop in Princes Lane had also been broken
into in a similar manner and a quantity of chocolates, cigarettes and sweets
stolen. Information was lodged with the police about nine o'clock on Tuesday
morning. Two hours later, Sergeant Allan and Police Constable Cameron arrested
in Glasgow Street, Ardrossan a couple of youths in connection with the burglaries.
On being searched, the prisoners were found to be in possession of almost all
of the property stolen. On Wednesday (13 November 1901), the youths, both labourers
slightly over seventeen years of age, were conveyed to Kilmarnock and at the
Sheriff Court were sentenced to imprisonment for forty days. That the culprits
were under arrest and the stolen property recovered within two hours of alleging
of the information is a matter for satisfaction and reflects considerable credit
on the local police. One of the labourers was also charged with theft from an
automatic machine at the Harbour but the charge was departed from.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 15 November 1901
ARDROSSAN VOLUNTEER ARTILLERY
DANCE
The Sergeants and local Artillery Company had a most enjoyable time last Friday
evening (15 November 1901). The Drill Hall was gay. The dance was a great success
and master of ceremonies Ferris contributed not a little to that success.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 22 November 1901
MADAME BENNETT'S CONCERT
As will be seen from our advertising columns, we are to have a visit on Saturday
first (23 November 1901) in the Assembly Hall of Madame Bennett's Concert Party.
Madame herself is known all over Scotland as being one of the best music teachers.
She brings with her a most talented company including that great entertainer
Charlie Williams who is recognised as being the greatest big boot dancer on
the stage also Nellie Bolton, a charming serio and dancer. The other members
of the company are all well-known favourites therefore there should be a good
turnout to welcome this talented company.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 22 November 1901
ARDROSSAN CYCLING CLUB DANCE
Members and friends of the local Cycling Club dance tonight (22 November 1901)
in the Drill Hall.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 22 November 1901
MODEL YACHTS CHALLENGE MEDAL
Tomorrow afternoon (23 November 1901), at 2.30 pm, the model yachts entered
for the race for the Challenge Medal will sail for the trophy. The course is
to be laid from Montgomerie Pier and will be a triangular one, two hundred yards
each leg. Some very fine boats are entered. Mr Angus Maclean has built a beautiful
and splendidly-finished craft, which is entered for the race, the other competitors'
models belonging to Mr John Black, Mr H Hughes junior, Mr A Allan and Mr John
Watson. A very interesting contest should be witnessed.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 22 November 1901
EVANGELICAL UNION CONGREGATION
CHURCH - INDUCTION OF REVEREND GEORGE SHARPE
On the morning of Sabbath last (24 November 1901), the Reverend George Sharpe
whom the congregation of the Evangelical Union Congregation Church, Ardrossan
had called from Chateaugay, New York to be their pastor was inducted to the
charge. Reverend T MacRobert, Dreghorn occupied the pulpit at the morning service
and preached to a large congregation.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 29 November 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
IN MEMORIAM - JAMES TYRE,
DRAPER, ARDROSSAN
The late Mr James Tyre, a well-known figure has been taken from our midst this
week and Ardrossan people at home and abroad will note with regret the passing
away another of those worthy men who were identified with the development of
the town during the last half century. Mr James Tyre, draper, died on Wednesday
evening (27 November 1901) aged eighty-seven years and eight months. A native
of West Kilbride, he went to Glasgow in early life and served his apprenticeship
to the drapery trade in Simpson's well-known establishment at the corner of
Jamaica Street. About the year 1844, he came to Ardrossan and started business
in premises where the Glasgow and South-Western Railway Station now stands.
About fifty years ago, he removed to the part of Princes Street in which his
business is presently being conducted and built up a first-class trade. He was
a member of the Established Church, a member who for long took an earnest and
active interest in its work. Public matters received also from him a share of
his time and energy and for several terms, he occupied a seat at the Council
table. He was highly respected by all. The funeral will be a public one and
takes place tomorrow afternoon (30 November 1901) at 3 pm. Mr Tyre came from
a family noted for longevity. Of eight members of that family, two of whom are
still living, two of whom are still living, the total ages amount to 664 years
- truly a remarkable figure.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 29 November 1901
James Tyre's gravestone is shown below. The inscription
is:
Erected by
James Tyre in memory of his daughter, Elizabeth Potts died 15 June 1862 aged
6 years and 4 months
Anne Barclay Tyre died March 1875 aged 17 years and 3 months
the above James Tyre died 27 November 1901 in his 88th year
Margaret Bain, wife of the said James Tyre died 8 September 1914 aged 80 years
his son, Alexander Bain died at Manila, P I, died 4 April 1932 aged 68 years
James's brother Hugh Tyre on died 23 September 1884 aged 74 years is commemorated
on an adjacent grave.
ARDROSSAN COOPERATORS' SUPPER
AND DANCE
The directors and employees of the Ardrossan Cooperative Society Limited had
an enjoyable supper and dance in the Town Hall, Ardrossan on Wednesday night
(27 November 1901). Mr Robert Alexander, president, occupied the chair and there
were about eighty present. The hall had been specially decorated for the occasion
and looked exceedingly bright as the company sat down to a first-class supper
which was served in first-class style by the Society's purveying department
under Mr Ewing. In his opening remarks, the chairman alluded to the fact that
the Society was now thirty-one years of age. Recalling the occasion of its birth,
he spoke of the efforts of Mr Thomas Miller who was still a member and who had
striven so loyally at the time to convince the community of the advantages of
cooperation by borrowing a rule book from a neighbouring Society and calling
a meeting in which was then known as Gemmell's School, Princes Lane.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 29 November 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
ARDROSSAN CYCLING CLUB DANCE
The Cyclists' Dance in the Drill Hall last Friday night (22 November 1901) was
enjoyed by a company of between forty and fifty couples.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 29 November 1901
ARDROSSAN SOLICITOR BECOMES
MEMBER OF INCORPORATED SOCIETY OF LAW AGENTS OF SCOTLAND COUNCIL
Mr Thomas Kirkhope, solicitor, Ardrossan has been selected a member of Council
of the Incorporated Society of Law Agents of Scotland.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 29 November 1901
SABBATH SCHOOL PRESENTATION
On the occasion of his marriage, Mr James Glendinning was made the recipient
of a teacher's bible and hymnary by the Sabbath School teachers of Saint John's,
Ardrossan.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 29 November 1901
ARDROSSAN TALKING CLUB
The Talking Club invites all intelligent men to its first meeting in the hall
of Saint John's United Free Church, Ardrossan on Tuesday evening (4 December
1901) at eight o'clock. The concentration camps will be discussed.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 29 November 1901
PRESENTATION TO MR WILLIAM
BROWN, POSTMAN
It has been arranged that the town's presentation to Mr William Brown, retired
postman shall take the form of silver watch and parcel of sovereigns. It will
be made in the presence of subscribers on Wednesday afternoon (5 December 1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 29 November 1901
ARDROSSAN MODEL YACHT CLUB
In the presence of a good number of very interested spectators, the first race
was held under the auspices of the local Model Yacht Club. The first race was
started off Montgomerie Pier last Saturday afternoon (23 November 1901). Mr
Charles Murchie, vice-commodore and Mr Samuel Black acted as umpires. Six boats
entered and there was some interesting sailing. The Challenge Medal presented
by Mr James Barbour was not, however, awarded on Saturday owing to a misconception
of the sailing regulations. The Club held a meeting on Tuesday evening (4 December
1901) when it was decided that he match for the Medal will come off next season,
probably in the month of March. Meanwhile, the Club is setting about improving
its position and it is more than likely that the beginning next season will
find it in an excellent position both as to membership and yachts.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 29 November 1901
ARDROSSAN YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN
ASSOCIATION SOCIAL
A very successful series of meetings in connection with the Young Men's Christian
Association, Ardrossan will be brought to a close by a social on Monday night
(3 December 1901). Helpful addresses will be given by Mr E J Hill, chairman,
Mr Peden and Mr Gellatley and interspersed with these will be solos and hymns.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 29 November 1901
SAINT JOHN'S AND PARK CHURCHES JOINT MISSION WEEK
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 6 December 1901
ARDROSSAN TALKING CLUB
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 6 December 1901
ARDROSSAN CASTLE CURLING CLUB
RECORDS SYMPATHY WITH MRS BOYD
At a meeting of Ardrossan Castle Curling Club on Wednesday week (27 November
1901), the Club expressed and decided to record its sympathy with Mrs Boyd and
family on the bereavement they have sustained in the death of Mr
John Boyd, one of the oldest members of the Club and who, prior to his death,
was its honorary president.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 6 December 1901
ARDROSSAN CASTLE CURLING CLUB
LEGACY
The Ardrossan Castle Curling Club has been found entitled to an handsome bequest.
The circumstances are a little peculiar and of considerable local interest.
The late Provost Barr of Ardrossan (shown below in 1878) who was for many years
a prominent and enthusiastic member of the Club bequeathed by his will to the
president and office-bearers of the Club two five percent guaranteed shares
of £100 each of the Glasgow and South-Western Railway to be held by them
and their successors in office in trust for the purpose of applying the income
thereof to the extent of £1 5s yearly in purchasing an annual medal for
annual competition by the members of the Club and to the extent of £8
15s in purchasing coals for distribution among such poor or deserving widows
resident in Ardrossan as they might select.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 6 December 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
PARK CHURCH ORGANIST APPOINTMENT
Mr Robert Adams has been appointed organist to the Park Church, Ardrossan.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 6 December 1901
COUNTY CONSTABULARY BALL
A County Constabulary Ball take place ere long. Three Ardrossan 'bobbies' will
be there.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 6 December 1901
EVANGELICAL UNION CONGREGATIONAL
CHURCH CHRISTIAN ENDEAVOUR SOCIETY
The Ardrossan Evangelical Union Congregational Church Christian Endeavour Society
had a pleasant social last Friday evening (29 December 1901).
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 6 December 1901
ARDROSSAN YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN
ASSOCIATION
A social meeting under the auspices of the Ardrossan Young Men's Christian Association
was held on Monday evening (2 December 1901). It was enjoyable and very profitable.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 6 December 1901
KIMBERLEY MINES APPOINTMENT
Mr W Reid, son of Mr W Read, Ardrossan and a native of Beith leaves for an appointment
in the Kimberley Mines tomorrow, Saturday (7 December 1901). Mr Reid has taken
a notion of the life out there since his visit as an Ayrshire yeoman.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 6 December 1901
ARDROSSAN TALKING CLUB
There was a pleasing, large attendance at the first meeting of the Talking Club
in Saint John's Church Hall on Tuesday evening (3 December 1901) although considering
all things, it might easily have been larger. However, there is every likelihood
that the Club will be successful opening, as it does, its doors to everyone.
The discussion on the concentration camps was spirited and even oratorical and
we are pleased to note that when the decision of the meeting was requested,
the rational and Liberal view of the question was overpowered by no more than
one vote. Next Tuesday evening (10 December 1901), the vexed question of the
House of Lords will be discussed.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 6 December 1901
ARDROSSAN PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
The above body met on Wednesday afternoon (4 December 1901). The C J Shearer
presided and Miss Moffat, Reverend R Mordue, Reverend W Rossie Brown, Mr E J
Hill and Mr John Morris were present. From the minutes, it appeared that he
Board had agreed to increase the salary of the headmaster of the Academy by
£25 as from last September and £25 from September next. The officers'
reports showed the average attendance at the schools for the month to have been
- Eglinton 389, 88%; Winton 396, 87%; Saltcoats 709, 88%; Academy 3216, 91%.
The Board fixed the holidays for the schools - Christmas Day, one week to include
New Year's Day, one week in spring to include the Glasgow Spring Holiday and
six weeks in summer. The schools will therefore be closed on Christmas Day and
also from Monday 30 December till Monday 6 January. This was all the business
of public interest.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 6 December 1901
ARDROSSAN TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
The Town Council met in Kilmahew on Monday evening (9 December 1901). Provost
Young presided and Bailie Goodwin and Councillors Bennett, Guthrie, Harvey,
Crawford and Smith were also present. The Clerk read a communication regarding
the Convention of Burghs which will take place at Edinburgh on 1 April 1902.
It was requested that Ardrossan Town Council should appoint two representatives,
a Commissioner and an Assessor to be present and that they should prepare a
memorandum of such matters as they would wish to have discussed by the Convention.
Mr Guthrie moved that Provost Young and the Clerk be appointed delegates After
some discussion the motion was unanimously upheld. A letter from the Town Clerk
of Govan craved the support of the Ardrossan Council for a movement to place
Burghs on the same footing as the County Council in disputes arising from a
wish to extend the boundaries of any Burgh. As it is, the County Council, should
they oppose such an extension have the right of appealing to the Court of Session
against the decision of the Sheriff. Burghs have not the right and the Govan
Council purpose taking steps to ameliorate this condition of affairs. It was
agreed to support the movement. The Burgh Surveyor submitted plans for Barrie
Terrace, the proposed new road. These plans had been sent by Lord Eglinton's
surveyor for the approval or disapproval of the Council. The Burgh Surveyor
had some objections to them. They did not coincide with certain arrangements
already made by the Council, especially in the matter of drains. Mr Crawford
said it was hard lines to be at so much expense to put in a main drain only
to find the general plan altered to suit the convenience of another party. Mr
Guthrie asked whether the Council had any right to object to the plan and was
informed that they had. Bailie Goodwin gave it as his opinion that they had
certainly the right to object as the drain had been laid down in accordance
with the instruction they had received at first. Mr Bennett said that the drain
had been laid down in accordance with a different plan altogether and in the
circumstances he thought the proper thing to do was to adhere to the original
plan. Provost Young opined that they should instruct the Burgh Surveyor to go
over the old plans and the new and, comparing them carefully, find out to what
extent they are dissimilar. Mr Bennett moved that the committee meet with the
Earl's surveyor and explain to him their disapproval of the more recent plans.
Bailie Goodwin seconded. This was agreed. Mr Harvey, referring to the decision
of the Council at the last meeting not to change the name of Eglinton Street
at the request of the residenters there, said he did not understand at the time
that all inhabitants of the street were in favour of the change. Now he found
that there were many arguments in favour of it and he himself was disposed to
give it his support. The change was an important one to the residenters though
it meant nothing at all to the Council. People objected to the word 'street'
because it affected the selling of houses. It was easier to sell houses which
were located in a 'road' because that word signified a more suburban neighbourhood
than did 'street' and for the same reason, it affected the summer letting of
houses. There was no likelihood of anything but cottages and villas being built
in Eglinton Street and if, in view of these arguments, the people wished to
have it renamed Eglinton Road, he thought the Council should agree to the alteration.
He moved to that effect. Mr Guthrie seconded. Mr Bennett supported the motion
which eventually was carried.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 13 December 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
WINTRY OUTLOOK FOR ARDROSSAN
The outlook from Ardrossan this week, especially westward, is decidedly wintry.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 13 December 1901
UNITED FREE PRESBYTERY MODERATOR
Reverend Arnold Boyd, Dalry, is moderator of the United Free Presbytery of Ardrossan.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 13 December 1901
ARDROSSAN TALKING CLUB
The Talking Club of Ardrossan was at it again on Tuesday evening (10 December
1901) but didn't see its way to abolish the House of Lords.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 13 December 1901
MR HARVEY REAPPOINTED
Mr Harvey has been reappointed to represent Ardrossan Parish Council in the
Northern District Committee of the County Council.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 13 December 1901
ARDROSSAN PARISH COUNCIL CHAIRMAN
Mr Hugh Currie, Ardrossan, has been elected chairman of that happy company,
the Ardrossan Parish Council for the coming year.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 13 December 1901
LET BYGONES BE BYGONES
Councillor Bennett's resolution to let bygones be bygones is commendable. His
reappearance at Kilmahew on Monday evening (9 December 1901) was a welcome one.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 13 December 1901
ARDROSSAN MODERATOR ACCEPTS
CALL TO GLASGOW
Arran has lost a good minister and Ardrossan United Free Presbytery a moderator
by the Reverend James Kennedy's acceptance of a call to Glasgow.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 13 December 1901
PRINTED COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
The printed minutes at the Council meetings certainly accelerate the business
but it is not to be said that the general output of talk is thereby much diminished.
It may even be increased.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 13 December 1901
PRESENTATIONS AT VOLUNTEER
ARTILLERY
At a pleasant 'smoker' held by the non-commissioned officers of the local Company
of the Volunteer Artillery on Tuesday evening (10 December 1901), Sergeant W
Dodds was presented with a beautiful walking stick in token of appreciation
of his services as secretary of the Sergeants' Dance and ex-Sergeant McMillan
was presented with a pipe and case on the occasion of his retiral from the corps.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 13 December 1901
LETTER TO THE EDITOR - ARDROSSAN
TRAMWAYS AND DAILY ARDROSSAN AND SALTCOATS HERALD
Sir
It is to be hoped these tramways will be carried on in the interests of the
general inhabitants. There should be a joint committee of the various town and
county councils to look after the general working and property. The plant and
cars should be built and maintained within the local districts. This would cause
work and wages to the inhabitants and thereby provoke better local trade. The
inhabitants should look after their own trade and not let it be seized on behalf
of American syndicate millionaires or German millionaire bands of profit-hunters.
There is one thing much needed among the crowded boats and seaside crowds of
health-seekers and among the crowds on the top of the new cars when they exist
and that is an evening daily Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald.
Yours et cetera
Rasie
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 20 December 1901
ARDROSSAN UNITED FREE PRESBYTERY
VACANCIES
There are two vacant charges within the bounds of Ardrossan United Free Presbytery
at present.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 20 December 19011
ARDROSSAN SCHOOLS CLOSED DUE
TO ILLNESS
Eglinton School and Winton School, Ardrossan are closed until 6 January owing
to measles and whooping cough.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 20 December 1901
ARDROSSAN TALKING CLUB
Go to the Talking Club next Tuesday evening (24 December 1901) if you wish to
have your ears tickled. Mr Angus McLean will do the tickling.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 20 December 1901
ARDROSSAN ACADEMY EVENING
CLASSES
Ardrossan Academy evening classes closed this week for the first part of the
session which has so far been very successful. Compared with last winter's session,
the attendance register shows an increase of 100 pupils, in all 123. Work will
be resumed on 6 January.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 20 December 1901
ARDROSSAN, SALTCOATS AND STEVENSTON
CHORAL AND ORCHESTRAL SOCIETY CONCERT
Before a large audience, this Society gave its first concert for this season
on Tuesday evening (17 December 1901). Punctuality is one of the good points
of these concerts and with such very full programmes, this virtue is a necessity
much appreciated by those coming from a distance. Among the performers, there
seem to be many new faces, not only in the chorus but also in the orchestra.
Yours et cetera
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 20 December 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
THE LATE MR ANDREW LECKIE,
ARDROSSAN
Mr Andrew Leckie who died on Saturday last (14 December 1901) came of a good
old Saltcoats family who have for a few generations past supplied townsfolk
with the staff of life. Mr Leckie was well-known as a musician of some ability
and may be regarded as the pioneer organist in this district. In the early seventies,
he constructed a pipe organ entirely with his own hands and this instrument
he fixed up in the Evangelical Union Church here. Mr Leckie was also an enthusiastic
Volunteer and as such was an excellent shot. He was Lieutenant in the local
Rifle Corps and was present at the Edinburgh Review in 1861 as bugler. Among
his possessions was a key bugle of rare antiquity. Mr Leckie leaves a widow
and family who have the sympathy of friends in their bereavement.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 20 December 1901
ARDROSSAN TALKING CLUB
Councillor Crawford's address on Socialism And Christianity at the Talking Club
on Tuesday evening (17 December 1901) was exceedingly clever and exceedingly
explicit. Naturally, it provoked a great deal of discussion, the views of the
members being much at variance. Next week, Mr Angus McLean will have something
to say about local social problems, a subject which itself should draw many
people to the hearing.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 20 December 1901
ARDROSSAN AND SALTCOATS BUSY
AT CHRISTMAS TIME
Christmas Eve found the Saltcoats streets and the Ardrossan thoroughfares busy
indeed.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 December 1901
CHRISTMAS MORNING AT ARDROSSAN POST OFFICE
To wish a postal official 'A Merry Christmas!', savours of sarcasm; to wish
him a 'lively Christmas' is altogether unnecessary. He will have a lively time
in any case. Ardrossan Post Office at about seven o'clock on Christmas morning
was, like all British Post Offices then, a very busy place, a much busier place
than any could imagine. It must be remembered that at Ardrossan, the mail for
the big portion of Arran is dealt with and what that means on a Christmas morning
was abundantly evident on Wednesday (25 December 1901). The Arran folks may
have their little differences and squabbles when they've nothing else to do
about religious matters, for instance, but those of them on the mainland don't
forget their friends on the island at Christmas and New Year time. One would
not attempt to guess the contents of some of the bulky parcels which went to
Arran on Wednesday. They had a very substantial appearance, most of them. Before
seven o'clock on Wednesday morning, the Arran mail had monopolised six or seven
very capacious hampers and there were more to follow. In short, it was a record
Christmas mail for the Arran via Ardrossan route. The local mail was the heaviest
yet dealt with both on Christmas Day and the day preceding it.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 December 1901
This is the opening paragraph of a longer report.
CHRISTMAS CHORAL SERVICE
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 December 1901
ROYAL NATIONAL LIFEBOAT INSTITUTION
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 December 1901
ARDROSSAN BOWLING CLUB
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 December 1901
GOOD GAS COKE
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 December 1901
ARDROSSAN GOOD TEMPLARS
Ardrossan Good Templars meet tonight (27 December 1901) to prove that Templars
can enjoy themselves too at this time of year.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 December 1901
GLEN HEAD REFLOATED
The steamer Glen Head, a frequent visitor to Ardrossan was stranded at Rebal
last week but subsequently floated and was brought into that harbour.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 December 1901
ARDROSSAN TALKING CLUB
The Talking Club will not meet next week.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 December 1901
GOOSE CLUB DRAW
The season of the Christmas lottery has come again and the Ardrossan Glasgow
and South-Western Railwaymen's Goose Club draw came off on Tuesday evening (24
December 1901). There were good prizes.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 December 1901
ARDROSSAN NAUTICAL STUDENT'S
SUCCESS
Mr Andrew B Clark from Ardrossan, a student from Captain Tait's Nautical Academy,
Oswald Street, Glasgow has passed with credit for Master (Foreign Trade) before
the local Marine Board.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 December 1901
REPORTS OF MIXED WEATHER
At eight o'clock yesterday morning (26 December 1901), according to the Caledonian
Railway report from Ardrossan in the Evening Times, the wind blew from the north
and there was a frost. According to the Glasgow and South-Western Railway report,
the wind was north-westerly and the weather was fresh.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 December 1901
ARDROSSAN HARBOUR BUSY
Ardrossan Harbour, like other Scottish harbours, is busy just now. The Christmas
holidays in England cause shippers to send the boats north. Other boats will
be kept out of Scotch ports, however, when the harbourmen in this 'North Countree'
are bringing in the new year.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 December 1901
ANOTHER DEGREE FOR ARDROSSAN
ACADEMY SCIENCE MASTER
Mr John Edwards, M A, science master in Ardrossan Academy, has added the degree
of B Sc of London University to his already numerous qualifications. High credit
must be granted to Mr Edwards for the attainment of this most valuable degree
especially in view of the fact that, at the same time, he was engrossed with
his duties at the Academy.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 December 1901
ARDROSSAN TALKING CLUB
The Talking Club will not meet next week.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 December 1901
ARDROSSAN ACADEMY CONVERSAZIONE
On Friday last (20 December 1901), a most successful function, the first of
its kind, took place in the Academy when the Academy teachers received a number
of their friends in conversazione. During tea, short addresses were given by
Mr Mordue, convenor of the Academy Committee and Mr Butters, the rector, welcoming
the new departure as likely to form a social link between former pupils, teachers
and members of the staff. Thereafter, the company adjourned to the entertainment
rooms where a very pleasant time was spent in games, recitation, song and dance,
all of which were most enthusiastically entered upon. While the draping spoke
volumes for the decorative taste and aesthetic culture of the ladies, the arrangements
and organisation reflected the highest credit upon Mr Edwards who acted as master
of ceremonies. The purveying had been entrusted to Mrs Black, Saltcoats and
was carried out in such an effective and efficient style as ensured the success
of what now forms a precedent for gatherings of such a kind in educational circles
in Saltcoats and Ardrossan.
Ardrossan
and Saltcoats Herald, 27 December 1901