Higgie & Co's Directory Of Bute 1913-1914

Higgie & Co's Directory Of Bute 1913-1914

Imagine the Isle of Bute on the cusp of a new era. The year is 1913. The elegant Victorian and Edwardian summer visitors are still arriving by steamer, the town of Rothesay is bustling with commerce, and the entire island is a vibrant, close-knit community, blissfully unaware of the world-changing events that are just over the horizon.

This is not just a book; it is a time capsule. Higgie & Co's Directory of Bute for 1913-1914 is your personal key to unlocking the world of your ancestors and the island's rich past. More than a simple list of names, this comprehensive directory is a detailed snapshot of daily life, commerce, and society on Bute in the early 20th century.

Within its pages, you will discover:

Residential Listings: Find the names, occupations, and addresses of heads of households across the island, from Rothesay to the remote villages and farms.
Commercial & Trade Directories: Explore the businesses that formed the island's economic backbone, complete with fascinating contemporary advertisements for everything from grocers and drapers to shipbuilders and hotels.
Official Information: Discover the names of local councilors, officials, clergy, and public servants who governed and served the community.
A Glimpse into Society: Understand the social fabric of the time by seeing who lived where and what they did for a living.
Who is this for?

The Genealogist: Trace your Bute family history, break down brick walls, and add rich context to your family tree with primary source data.
The Local Historian: Research the evolution of the island's towns, industries, and prominent families with an authentic, contemporary record.
The Descendant: Connect with your heritage by finding the very street where your grandparents or great-grandparents lived and worked.