Higgie & Co's Directory Of Bute 1900-1901

Step Back in Time: Higgie & Co's Directory of Bute, 1900-1901

Imagine the Isle of Bute at the dawn of the 20th century. The grand Victorian era is drawing to a close, and the bustling port of Rothesay is in its heyday. Now, you can unlock this fascinating world with a complete, high-quality reprint of Higgie & Co's Directory of Bute, 1900-1901.

More than just a list of names and addresses, this directory is a living portrait of a community captured in a single, transformative year. It is an indispensable key for anyone looking to connect with the island's rich past.

Within these pages, you will discover:

Comprehensive Resident Listings: Find the heads of households, their occupations, and their addresses, allowing you to pinpoint exactly where your ancestors lived and worked.
A Complete Trades & Professions Index: Discover the local economy of the time, from shipbuilders and merchants to bakers, dressmakers, and innkeepers.
A Street-by-Street Guide to Rothesay: Walk the historic streets in your mind and see who your neighbours were over a century ago.
Local Institutions & Officials: A detailed record of the town's council, clergy, doctors, lawyers, and public figures who shaped Bute at the time.
Authentic Period Advertisements: Enjoy charming and original advertisements for local businesses, offering a unique glimpse into the products, services, and aspirations of the Edwardian era.
An Essential Resource for:

Genealogists: Trace your Bute family history, break down brick walls, and add colour and context to your family tree.
Local Historians: Research the social and economic fabric of the Isle of Bute at the turn of the century.
Homeowners: Uncover the history of your historic property and its former residents.
Anyone with a Love for Bute: A perfect nostalgic journey for anyone with a connection to this beautiful Scottish island.