Higgie & Co's Directory Of Bute 1924-1925

Unlock Your Bute Ancestry: Step Back in Time with Higgie & Co's Directory 1924-1925
Are your family roots anchored in the beautiful Isle of Bute? Do you find yourself searching for that crucial piece of information to bridge the gap between the 1911 census and the modern day? For the first time in a century, a key to your past is within reach.

Introducing the Higgie & Co's Directory Of Bute 1924-1925—a meticulously preserved snapshot of island life, now available for you to explore. This isn't just a book of names; it's a time machine that transports you to the bustling streets of Rothesay, the quiet lanes of Port Bannatyne, and the serene shores of Kingarth as your ancestors knew them.

Why This 1924-1925 Directory is Your Genealogical Goldmine:

The period between the 1911 census and the 1939 National Register is a notorious "brick wall" for Scottish researchers. This directory masterfully fills that void, providing an invaluable, year-by-year account of who lived where and what they did. It’s the closest you can get to knocking on your great-grandparents' door.

Inside, You Will Discover:

A Complete A-Z of Private Residents: Find your ancestors by name, uncovering their exact address and their trade or profession. Was your great-grandfather a stonemason, a fisherman, a domestic servant, or the proprietor of a local shop? The answers are here.
A Street-by-Street & Village-by-Village Guide: Walk in their footsteps! This section lists the head of the household for nearly every address in Rothesay and the surrounding villages, allowing you to reconstruct their neighbourhood and see who their neighbours were.
The Commercial & Trade Directory: Gain a rich understanding of the local economy. Discover the grocers, publicans, bankers, doctors, and shipbuilders who formed the backbone of the Bute community. You might even find an advertisement for a family business!
Official & Institutional Information: Identify the key figures of the day—councillors, clergy, schoolmasters, and law enforcement. This adds essential context to the social and political world your ancestors inhabited.
Authentic Advertisements & Local Information: Immerse yourself in the culture of the 1920s. The period advertisements are not just charming; they offer a unique window into the products, services, and aspirations of the time.
Who Is This For?

Family Historians tracing their Bute lineage.
Genealogists seeking to break through the 20th-century research barrier.
Local History Enthusiasts and anyone with a love for the Isle of Bute.
Descendants of the Bute Diaspora looking to connect with their Scottish heritage.
Don't let your family's story on Bute remain a collection of names and dates. Add colour, context, and location to your family tree.

Order your copy of Higgie & Co's Directory Of Bute 1924-1925 today and begin the journey to uncover the lives behind the names.