Higgie & Co's Directory Of Bute 1916-1917

Are your roots anchored in the windswept isle of Bute? Do you wonder what life was like for your family during the pivotal years of the First World War?

The answer lies within the pages of a remarkable historical treasure: Higgie & Co's Directory Of Bute 1916-1917. More than just a list of names, this is a detailed snapshot of an entire community on the cusp of modernity, a time capsule that brings your ancestors' world into vivid focus.

Why This 1916-1917 Directory is an Essential Tool for Your Research:

Pinpoint Your Ancestors: Go beyond names and dates. Find your family's exact address in Rothesay, Port Bannatyne, Kingarth, or any other part of the island. Discover their neighbours and piece together the fabric of their community.
Discover Their Livelihoods: Was your great-grandfather a master mariner, a domestic servant, a grocer, or perhaps employed in the bustling tourist trade? The directory lists individuals by their trade and profession, providing invaluable context for their daily lives and social standing.
Walk the Streets of 1916 Bute: With its comprehensive street-by-street listings, you can virtually walk down the avenues your ancestors trod. See the commercial landscape, from hotels and banks to bakers and blacksmiths, that formed the backdrop to their lives.
Understand the Wartime Context: Published in the heart of the Great War, this directory captures a unique moment in history. Feel the presence of the war effort, understand the community's structure during a time of global conflict, and see which local men were serving, noted in the official records and advertisements.
A Complete Community Profile: This isn't just a private residential directory. It contains detailed listings for local officials, clergy, doctors, schools, and public institutions, giving you a 360-degree view of the island's governance and social services.
Who Will Find This Directory Indispensable?

Family Historians tracing Bute ancestry and seeking to add colour and detail to their family tree.
Genealogical Researchers breaking through brick walls by locating a family's residence and occupation.
Local and Social Historians studying the Isle of Bute during the Edwardian and WWI eras.
Anyone with a connection to Bute wishing to explore the island's rich heritage.
Don't let your ancestors remain just names on a chart. Give them a home, a street, a profession, and a community.

Order your copy of Higgie & Co's Directory Of Bute 1916-1917 today and turn your family history into a living story. The key to unlocking your Bute heritage is just a page away.