The Post Office Directory Of Glasgow 1900-1901

Step into Edwardian Glasgow: Unlock Your Ancestors' World with The Post Office Directory 1900-1901

More than a list of names—this is your key to the bustling streets, homes, and workplaces of your Glasgow forebears at the dawn of the 20th century.

Imagine walking the cobbled streets of Glasgow at the height of its power as the "Second City of the Empire." The air is thick with the smoke of industry, the clang of shipyards echoes along the Clyde, and horse-drawn carts weave through crowded thoroughfares. Your ancestors were there. Now, you can find them.

The Post Office Directory of Glasgow 1900-1901 is not just a book; it's a comprehensive snapshot of life in a vibrant, world-changing city. It is an indispensable tool for any family historian with connections to Glasgow, acting as a perfect "census substitute" and a rich source of context for the 1901 UK Census.

Who is this for?

Genealogists tracing Scottish family lines.
Local Historians researching the fabric of Edwardian Glasgow.
Anyone with Glasgow ancestry wanting to understand the world their family lived in.
What's Inside? This Digitally Scanned & Fully Searchable PDF Contains:

Alphabetical List of Residents: The heart of the directory. Find the heads of households, their occupations, and their exact street addresses. Discover if your great-grandfather was a shipwright on the Clyde, a merchant in the Merchant City, or a weaver in a tenement.
Comprehensive Street Directory: An invaluable tool for reconstructing neighbourhoods. Find out who lived next door, identify potential relatives, and understand the social dynamics of the street where your family resided.
Commercial & Trade Directory: A goldmine for discovering family businesses. Locate the workshops, factories, and offices where your ancestors worked. Find everything from engineers and ironmongers to bakers and publicans.
Official & Institutional Information: Lists of civic officials, churches, schools, banks, hospitals, and public buildings, providing the crucial framework for your ancestor's daily life.
Authentic Advertisements: A fascinating glimpse into the products, services, and aspirations of the time, adding colour and character to your family story.
Why This Directory is Essential for Your Research:

Bridge the Census Gap: The 1901 Census was taken on March 31st. This directory covers the period before and after, potentially catching family members who moved, were born, or died between census years.
Discover Occupations & Social Standing: Go beyond a simple job title. An occupation defined a person's life, community, and status.
Pinpoint Precise Locations: Use the address to explore the area on modern maps, see if the building still stands, and take a virtual "walk" in your ancestors' footsteps.
Find the FAN Club (Friends, Associates, Neighbours): Uncover the names of neighbours and local business owners who may have been witnesses at family events or close associates.