With two tractors in the village, the work will proceed at a faster pace than last year. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 1950, STORNOWAY GAZETTE & WEST COAST ADVERTISER, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24. It was digitised and first made available on the British Newspaper Archive in Church records can be a useful resource for researchers. 6Hebrides PeopleEmigration Database which details tens of thousands of records of families that left the islands is now available for searching and retrieval. Reference: GB1752.LBC/450. In May 1774 the Friendship set sail from . Pricing can be found by following one of the archive links above. Correspondence between Lord Leverhulme and various individuals including the Provost of Stornoway Roderick Smith and the Town Clerk of Stornoway Archibald Munro, regarding matters which involved the Town Council of Stornoway or required their attention. Stornoway Source List. No early records of the school boards appear to have survived. Stornoway Gazette Ltd: July to December 2000: View Stornoway Gazette and West Coast Advertiser: Stornoway Gazette Ltd: January to June 2000: View www.stornowaygazette.co.uk. 26 Lewis Street, Stornoway, HS1 2JF. Janauary 1903 - April 1923. 31/8/51BACK TO SCHOOLThe School has reopened again and we have lost a popular teacher in Mr. D. MacDonald, M.A.,who has been appointed to Bayble. Details of GB1752.LBC/345. Friday 13 January 1950. 1950, STORNOWAY GAZETTE & WEST COAST ADVERTISER. Where they survive they are still held by the churches. Ordnance Survey maps of various scales and dates from the First Edition six inch issue of 1848 can be consulted on request. CONGRATULATIONSCongratulations to Miss Annie Christina Murray, 30 North Tolsta, who has recently qualified as a Nurse. 597 $--isle of lewis interconnector 163 VOL: 367 $--stornoway gazette archives 127 VOL: 878 $--79 Others See more. 17 South Uist Historical Society (Facebook page) Comunn Eachdraidh Uibhist a Deas is the historical society for the Isle of South Uist. 2012 North Tolsta Historical Society Site She Online & Onlinewords. Our logo stands for quality and trust in media, empowering our industry to trade with confidence. Minutes and other documents, Lewis Coffee House Company minute book 1878-1911, Lewis Coffee House Company treasurers ledger 1878-1902, Lewis Literacy and Debating Society Minute book 1901-1909, Stornoway Young Mens Mutual Improvement Association minute book 1871-1878, There are many collections of useful archives held in private or voluntary group hands relating to the Stornoway area. 12 Museum nan EileanThe museum holds collections of objects, photographs, prints and paintings and archives illustrating the archaeology, social, domestic and economic history of the islands. Do you have a story idea that we should look into? The Stornoway Gazette is a local newspaper reporting on local issues in the Western Isles of Scotland, specifically Stornoway and the Outer Hebrides. Can anyone help? Correspondence, reports etc 1899-1914, Nicolson brothers trusts. 22 November 2022 22 Nov 2022. Perfect for scholarly research. Local newspaper covering the Western Isles. He said this week: "It's 50 years of news stories . 1946-61 Stornoway Gazette and West Coast Advertiser. Stornoway Gazette. If you can't find what you're looking for or have a general question. *. The Stornoway Amenity Trust has undertaken a wide range of improvements in the townscape since the early 1990s. HS1 2DB Help organising your research by adding bookmarking your articles. December 15, 2009 | History. Friday 20 January 1950. Dun carloway broch. )R,N,R.Promoted from Skipper to Sub-lieutenant are Skipper Angus Mackay,North Tolsta,Skipper Alexander Macdonald 38,North Tolsta and Skipper Malcolm Macinnes 34,Achmore. Mr. 2/2/51RESCUEA small motor-boat sheltering at Haysker, north of Tolsta Head did not attract particular attention until a flare and rockets were observed in the evening by John MacDonald, New Tolsta, who phoned for assistance. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 1950 STORNOWAY GAZETTE & WEST COAST ADVERT STORNOWAY GAZETTE & WEST COAST ADVERTII STORNOWAY GAZETTE & WEST COAST ADVERTISER, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24. ABC releases data for the UK media industry to use when trading print, digital and event advertising. Unless otherwise stated, the following archive collections are stored in Stornoway. Stornoway, On December 25th, in the Free Presbyterian Church, Donald MacDonald, R.N.R., a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Angus MacDonald, High Street, Skigersta, was married to Jessie, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Angus MacLeod, General Merchant, North Tolsta. 154 were here. search for "fish" and not "fishing" or "fished") Please note - the search system excludes common words and characters known as stop words. These include words such as, 'the', 'on', 'as' and 'how' as well as some single digits and letters. 10 Bernera Historical Society (Facebook page) Comann Eachdraidh Sgire Bhearnaraigh is the local historical society for the island of Great Bernera in Loch Roag, Isle of Lewis. Let us know. View Death Notice. In 2004, nine months of head-to-head competition with a rival title ended with The Hebridean ceasing publication. 28/9/51CONGRATULATIONSWe wish to congratulate Angus Murray(Jun)29,North Tolsta,on passing the Board of Trade examination for Second Mate(Foreign Going),not an easy thing to do from the lower deck. 24th Jun 2021, 4:30pm - 2 min read. Albums of old postcards and photographs are available for reference. Lewis District Council Cash Book 1960-1963, Lewis Nursing Service Petrol Cash Book 1968-1971, Assessment cash books (District rate) 1944-1950, Lewis planning sub committee misc papers 1959-1968, Record of applications for transitional payments 1935. . Minutes of the former Stornoway Town Council on microfilm and printed minutes of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar from 1974 are held. The lifeboat was soon on the scene and the boat with it's two of a crew ws towed to Stornoway. Friday 06 January 1950. We don't know the exact year of death as we don't have any credits left for Scotland's people.. Can anyone tell me does the Stornoway Gazette have any . Please log in if you are one of these or. Seaforth Muniments A selection of items relating to Lewis consisting of copies of letters on various subjects, rentals and other documents is held in the library. Its main responsibilities included roads and bridges and various local amenities that fell outwith the Parish Councils remit. 18 Eriskay Historical Society (Facebook page) Comann Eachdraidh Eirisgeidh is the historical society for the Isle of Eriskay, Western Isles. 1950 2023 Findmypast Newspaper Archive Limited - Proudly presented by Findmypast in partnership with the British Library, A Findmypast company - also visit: In his place comes Mr. D. Smith, M.A., a native of Bragar, who we hope will feel at home among us. 100,000 birds culled after farm avian flu . FERRIES If you have a car and are journeying through the glorious Highlands to get to the Islands, a great option is to take the CalMac Ferry. SHEPHERDHector MacMillan, 6 North Tolsta, has been appointed Shepherd for this township for the current year. Church House, James Street, Stornoway HS1 2QN Tel: 01851 705743. The Committee was abolished in 1930. Old Parochial Registers (OPR) on microfilm record Christenings and marriages prior to 1855 when official registration commenced. Records made accessible through Tasglann nan Eilean Siar. A Stornoway perspective on news, sport, what's on, lifestyle and more, from your local paper the Stornoway Gazette. Stornoway Gazette. Were also a leading industry-owned auditor for media products and services, with specialist skills in digital ad trading. For NewsBank, visit one of the links below. Geschichte. 12/1/51NEW SHOPKenneth Campbell has opened a new butcher's shop at 27 North Tolsta. 2 were here. Various matters are discussed/considered including the resufacing of Bayhead Street which Lord Leverhulme helped to finance, land feued to the Town Council for their housing scheme, the presentation of a Fire Engine formerly at Port Sunlight to the town of Stornoway, a request from Stornoway Town Council to Lord Leverhulme for land so they could proceed with their Housing Scheme, rats breeding in the ground of the harbour, works that need to be carried out to give sufficient water supply for Lord Leverhulme's housing scheme, canning factory, power station and ice factory, flooding at the North end of Bayhead Street, Lord Leverhulme's wish to supply the Provost of Stornoway with a robe and chain to attend public functions and an early request to Lord Leverhulme from Kenneth McLennan to donate to a fund being raised for the erection of Municipal Buildings and a Town Hall in Stornoway. Community Council are urging Comhairle to accept the offer - Stornoway Gazette Published by SAS Volunteer on February 1, 2021 The application for Stornoway Wind Farm is due to come before the planning committee where members will be asked to 'give a view' on Lewis Wind Power's Section 36 application to the Scottish Government . The Edinburgh Gazette Issue number: 25654 Notice ID: E-25654-1802/45 Notice code: 1802. Horses are being shod and they have their part to play as well. Posted. Details of GB1752.LBC/450. Media Audits. The town's population is around 6,953, making it by far the largest town in the Outer Hebrides, as well as the third largest island town in Scotland after Kirkwall in Orkney and Lerwick in Shetland. WEDDINGWith a family of daughters Mr.Duncan Maclean is finding it no easier to walk unconcernedly up the aisle to give away yet another daughter.The bride was Christina and the bridegroom Colin Campbell,47,North Tolsta. 2 were here. Title: Stornoway Town Council (Island of Lewis) Description: Correspondence between Lord Leverhulme and various individuals including the Provost of Stornoway Roderick Smith and the Town Clerk of Stornoway . There is no statutory right of access to these records but many custodians are willing to aid researchers. 1950, STORNOWAY GAZETTE & WEST COAST ADVERTISER, FRIDAY, MAY 19. It's a wonderful experience. STORNOWAY GAZETTE & WEST COAST ADVERTISER, FRIDAY, JULY 28. The International Genealogical Index (I.G.I.) 12/10/51CONGRATULATIONSHis many friends at North Tolsta wish to congratulate Angus Murray, jun., 29 North Tolsta, on passing a successful Board of Trade examination at Cardiff as Second Mate, foreign going. Subject to their physical condition making them suitable to travel, they may be made accessible through the Comhairle's library and museum service across . Established in 1845, Parishes (or Parochial Boards as they started out) were responsible for raising and administering poor relief. 1950. 30/3/51PLOUGHINGMr. Itemised accounts of law agents 1907-1914, Stornoway School Board report on the provision of technical education 1906, Correspondence Stornoway School Board and Scottish Education, Department regarding extension to Francis Street School 1907-1908, Department on building and tech school 1908-1912, Letters from Public Works Loan Board 1912, Documents relating to the building of new technical school 1907-1912, Deeds and papers re: loans from Public works Loan Commissioners for school buildings 1876-1908, Correspondence relating to dispute over awarding a prize at Nicolson Institute 1894, Montreal Trust Co endowment to public library. Have you found an error with this catalogue description? See contact details. Bill Lucas with Malcolm MacDonald, Catherine Marion MacLeod, Ken Galloway and Anna Tucker from Stornoway Historical Society. The summary includes a brief description of the collection (s) (usually including the covering dates of the collection), the name of the archive where they are held, and reference information to help you find the collection. Published on 09/01/2023. Exact search (e.g. The Museum in Stornoway is also worth a visit or an enquiry. FRIDAY. 4 Barvas & Brue Historical SocietyWhether your roots trace back to Barvas and Brue soil or not, here you can delve into the history of this area of Lewis and its people. We work hard to provide fair, accurate coverage because we value your trust. Iolaire Disaster petition an archive 'treasure' Attribution. Pupils and teachers at Scalpay School in 1979. The Gazette's archive contains staff-written and other selected articles from 1992 to the present. HS1 2XE. 8 Stornoway GazetteReporting news and events from the islands. FAQs 1950, Stornoway Gazette and West Coast Advertiser, STORNOWAY GAZETTE & WEST COAST ADVERTISER. Established in 1872 and function in various guises until 1975, the functions of the School Boards were absorbed into the Education Department of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar in 1975. It was digitised and first made available on the British Newspaper Archive in Aug 26, 2017 . on: Sunday 16 October 11 16:59 BST (UK) . Stornoway (/ s t r n w e / (); Scottish Gaelic: Sternabhagh; Scots: Stornowa) is the main town of the Western Isles and the capital of Lewis and Harris in Scotland.. Compulsory strike-off action has been suspended Noted by Companies House on . Edit. Now, we can share this archive knowledge of family, emigration, and Gaelic that was shaped by lives spent crofting, fishing, and of service in two Worlds Wars and the Merchant Navy. 15 Ui Church Minute books of Lewis school boards are also available. 15 Ui ChurchSt Columbas (or Ui) Church is a 14th Century ruin sitting within its own Cemetery and located on a sandy isthmus near the main town of Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis in the Scottish Outer Hebrides. 1950 STORNOWAY GAZETTE & WEST COAST ADVERTISER. Title: Trawlers & Conveyance of Fish (Island of Lewis) Description: Correspondence relating to the contemplated formation of a fishing fleet in connection with the development of the Island of Lewis. FRIDAY. Rearranging the letters of 'The Stornoway Gazette' (Scottish newspaper) gives: Oyez! Final Gazette Noted by Companies House on 20 October 2020. When you buy books using these links the Internet Archive may earn a small commission. Trustees of the Stornoway District of Roads minute book 1866-1890, Trustees of Stornoway District of Roads letter book 1884-1901, Valuation Rolls for Lewis District1899-1921, Parish of Stornoway Valuation Rolls 1921-1973, Parish and Burgh of Stornoway Valuation Roll 1938-1948, Parishes of Stornoway, Barvas, Loch and Uig Valuation Rolls 1958-1960. Searching is free and unlimited. The Edinburgh Gazette Issue number: 25650 Page number: 1664 Notice ID: E-25650-1601/103 Notice code: 1601 About Town and Country Planning notices. 2023 Findmypast Newspaper Archive Limited - Proudly presented by Findmypast in partnership with the British Library, A Findmypast company - also visit: "Hebridean reborn with purchase by rival Gazette", "Johnston Press picks up SRH local newspaper division", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Stornoway_Gazette&oldid=1084195474, This page was last edited on 23 April 2022, at 02:51. National World includes the historic titles of the Yorkshire Post, The Scotsman, The Portsmouth News and The Sheffield Star. 9 Stornoway Port AuthorityThe Port of Stornoway offers a range of facilities unmatched in the northwest of Scotland. Functions, occupations and activities: 1950 STORNOWAY GAZETTE & WEST COAST ADVERTISER. Admission Register 1897-1968 (75 years closure), Discharge Register 1897-1968 (75 year closure), Register of punishments 1900-1911 (75 year closure), Diet Classification Book 1925-1934 (100 year closure), Garden Crop Rotation book 1941-1967 includes petty expenditure accounts 1930-1933. 4 Visit Outer Hebrideson these pages you can find a complete guide to Hebrides tourism including accommodation, places to visit, food and drink, activities, information and events. An edition of Sea sorrow (1960) Sea sorrow Duplicate cheques and correspondence 1941-1943, Newspaper cuttings on local authority educational matters 1922-1942, Stornoway School Board Investment documents 1916-1934, List of boarders in Elizabeth Haldane boys hostel and Louise Carnegie girls hostel 1920s, Invoice for prize books and medals for Nicolson Institute 1925-1934, Supply of coal to schools tenders and correspondence 1929-1932, Fire insurance policies for schools 1877-1910, Documents relating to building of extension of schools and teachers houses 1875-1911, Miscellaneous School Board papers 1883-1919. Aug 26, 2017 Biographical information can also be found in works such as. 2 Lewis Pipe BandStornoway is home of the Lewis Pipe Band. Please Note: This collection is currently undergoing conservation work and some records maybe unavailable. 1950, STORNOWAY GAZETTE & WEST COAST ADVERTISER, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8. 1950 STORNOWAY GAZETTE & WEST COAST ADVERTISER, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8. 01312253361. WEDDING. Tel: 01851 702206 By Murray MacLeod. The latest issues were added in Aug 26, 2017 . 10 Stornoway Amenity Trust(Facebook Page)The Stornoway Amenity Trust has undertaken a wide range of improvements in the townscape since the early 1990s. 1950 STORNOWAY GAZETTE & WEST COAST ADVERTISER. 17390. Messages in bottles have been used to send distress messages, in crowdsourced scientific studies of ocean currents, as memorial tributes, to send deceased loved ones' ashes on a final journey, to . 16 Benbecula Historical Society is the historical society for Isle of Benbecula in the Western Isles. 1950, STORNOWAY GAZETTE & WEST COAST ADVERTISER, FRIDAY, MARCH 31. Our audits can cover your whole brand. Stornoway Gazette and West Coast Advertiser. 2/1/42. Ihre Texte sind hauptschlich englisch mit einigen Beitrgen in schottisch-glischer Sprache.. 14 December 1945 Lieut Cecil Ian Steen, son of Mrs Steen, 6 Newton, who has been posthumously mentioned in despatches, "in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Burma" was one of Wingate's famous Chindits. There is a small fee for complete articles retrieved. This Website uses cookies. Stornoway. Tolsta District News 1951 as reported in the Stornoway Gazette. 14 The Sy Cove(Facebook Page)Stornoway Characters, photos and news. The latest issues were added in Aug 26, 2017. Following this, the Gazette acquired the title and the publication rights to The Hebridean. We place some essential cookies on your device to make this website work. Past and present. See contact details. Established 1917. Not far from the Callanish Standing Stones (and sixteen miles up the A858 to Stornoway 's north-west) is the broch of Dun Carloway. 9 Back Historical Society Comann Eachdraidh Sgire a Bhac is the local historical society for the Back, Gress and Coll districts in Lewis. Father Allan MacDonald (Scottish Gaelic Maighstir Ailein, An t-Athair Ailean Dmhnallach) (25 October 1859, Fort William, Scotland - 8 October 1905, Eriskay) was a Roman Catholic priest, poet, folklorist, and activist for Crofter's rights and against religious discrimination in the Scottish Gidhealtachd.Since his death in 1905, the sources of every hymn in the priest-poet's 1893 Gaelic . The Stornoway Gazette was founded in 1917 by William Grant, formerly a Highland News reporter and a native of Inverness. Findmypast | Shawbost pupils from 1988 to 89. Join now to see all activity Experience Coloration Administrative Technician Colorifix Limited Oct 2022 . Beaton Institute Archives Page 3 Summary information Repository: Beaton Institute Archives Title: Gaelic songs ID: MG 6.22 Date: 1893 - c1950 (date of creation) Language: Scottish Gaelic Physical description: 10 cm of textual records Note [generalNote]: The clippings have all been assigned numbers which corresponds to a list of titles included . Stornoway Parish Council was abolished in 1930 with its powers transferring to Lewis District Council. [3], It was awarded 2013 Newspaper of the Year at the annual Highlands and Islands Media Awards.[4].
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