Higgie & Co's Directory Of Bute 1914-1915

Higgie & Co's Directory of Bute, 1914-1915

Unlock a time capsule of island life with this meticulous facsimile of Higgie & Co's Directory of Bute for 1914-1915. Published on the very eve of the First World War, this remarkable volume captures the Isle of Bute in a moment of profound transition. It is more than a simple list of names; it is a living, breathing portrait of a community on the cusp of a new and uncertain era.

Within these pages, you will walk the streets of Edwardian Rothesay and the surrounding villages, hearing the echoes of daily life before the world changed forever. Discover the tradesmen, merchants, and officials who formed the backbone of the island, from the blacksmith on High Street to the town clerk in the municipal buildings.

This indispensable resource is a treasure trove for:

Genealogists & Family Historians: Trace your Bute ancestors, pinpoint their homes, and uncover their occupations. See the names of the young men who would soon go off to war.
Local & Social Historians: Gain unparalleled insight into the island's commercial landscape, social structure, and civic life in the early 20th century.
Anyone with a Love for Bute: Reconnect with the island's rich heritage and explore the history of your own home or street.
Featuring comprehensive residential and commercial listings, details of local officials, and a fascinating collection of period advertisements, this directory is your personal key to unlocking the past of the Isle of Bute.

Features:

Complete residential listings for Rothesay and wider Bute.
Classified Trade and Professional Directory.
Names and addresses of local gentry, clergy, doctors, and public officials.
Authentic advertisements from the period.
An invaluable primary source for research.
Add this essential piece of Bute's history to your collection and own a window into a world gone by.