Higgie & Co's Directory Of Bute 1931-1932

Higgie & Co's Directory 1931-1932
Step back in time to the Isle of Bute between the wars. The year is 1931. The world is navigating the aftermath of one great conflict and the storm clouds of another are gathering. On the beautiful Scottish island of Bute, life goes on. The steamers call at Rothesay, the shops are open, and your ancestors are living their daily lives.

Now, you can hold a detailed snapshot of their world in your hands.

Higgie & Co's Directory of Bute 1931-1932 is more than just a book; it's a time machine and a genealogist's goldmine. For anyone with family ties to Rothesay, Port Bannatyne, or the wider Isle of Bute, this indispensable resource provides the crucial link that can bring your family tree to life and break down those stubborn brick walls.

Why is this Directory a Genealogist's Goldmine?
Census records tell you where your family was every ten years, but what about the years in between? This directory fills that critical gap, providing a rich, detailed look at life in 1931-1932.

Pinpoint Your Ancestors: Locate the exact address where your ancestors lived. Find them listed as the head of the household, alongside their occupation, placing them firmly in a specific time and place.
Break Down Brick Walls: Stuck trying to confirm a family story or find a missing relative? The directory’s street-by-street listings and commercial directory can reveal family members you didn't know existed, confirm marriages through shared addresses, or trace a family's movement around the island.
Understand Their World: Genealogy is more than just names and dates. Discover the community your family belonged to. Who was the local grocer? The doctor? The minister? What businesses did they interact with every day? This context adds colour and depth to your family story.
Discover Neighbours and Networks: See who lived next door and down the street. These neighbours could be in-laws, cousins, or lifelong family friends, revealing the social networks that were so vital to our ancestors' lives.
What's Inside? A Fascinating Glimpse into 1930s Bute
This meticulously reproduced directory contains a treasure trove of information, including:

Street-by-Street Directory: A comprehensive list of private residents and their addresses for Rothesay and other key areas on the island.
Commercial & Trade Directory: An alphabetical list of traders, merchants, and professionals, from architects and bakers to shipbuilders and wrights. Perfect for finding out what your ancestors did for a living!
Official & Court Directory: Listings for local government officials, magistrates, clergy, medical practitioners, and public institutions.
Local Information: Details on postal services, carriers (transport links to the mainland), ferry timetables (steamers), and public buildings.
Period Advertisements: Charming and informative advertisements for the products and services of the day, offering a unique insight into the consumer world of the 1930s.
Who Will Find This Directory Invaluable?
Family Historians with roots on the Isle of Bute.
Local Historians researching the social and economic landscape of Bute in the early 20th century.
House Historians tracing the history of a specific property.
Anyone looking to connect with the heritage and daily life of this unique Scottish island.
Don't just research your ancestors—walk their streets, meet their neighbours, and understand their lives.

Add Higgie & Co's Directory of Bute 1931-1932 to your research library today and unlock the stories waiting on the Isle of Bute.