Newspaper article, 1986, “Of seers, witches and ghosts” about 19th century seer John MacLean
Original and photocopy of a newspaper article by Niall M. Brownlie, Barrapol, about John MacLean, Ruaig & Hough, a well known 19th century `seer` of the future who foresaw the first and second world wars, the arrival of the RAF on Tiree, the division of farms into crofts and the disappearance of townships behind Ben Hough (which were buried by wind-blown sand?).
Genealogical information for Hugh MacKinnon born 1841 at Ruaig
Copy of printed genealogy of Hugh MacKinnon, born in 1841 at Ruaig and emigrated to Bruce County, Canada. Includes details of marriage and children.
Information and photos about the ancestry and family of author Alistair MacLean
Two documents and seven photographs detailing the ancestry and family of the author Alistair MacLean (“When eight bells toll” etc) whose paternal grandfather, Lachlan MacLean b.1852, was from Tiree, and whose maternal great-grandfather, Archibald Lamont b.1805, was from Tiree: (1) Mary Margaret MacEachern Lamont, Alastair`s mother, and (2) Gilleasbuig MacLean, Alastair`s brother. Includes family trees. Donated by Ian MacLean, London, Alastair`s nephew. Photographs accessioned separately Q139-Q145.
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Newspaper article about Roderick Nicolson, Headteacher at a Tiree school in 1913.
Photocopied newspaper article from 1986, and accompanying letter to Archie MacKinnon, Cornaigmore, from his cousin in Australia, Sept 2009. A friend of Archie`s cousin had given his cousin the newspaper article and letter. The article reports Roderick Nicolson`s 95th birthday celebrations at the Cabarfeidh Hotel, Balallan and of his teaching career, including his first teaching position as Headmaster of a primary school on Tiree in 1913. The accompanying letter gives details of his family on Lewis.
Collection of texts and photos relating to the Bard John MacLean of Glen Bard, Nova Scotia, 1787-1848
Collection of copies of texts and photos relating to the Bard John MacLean 1787-1848. Born in Caolas, Tiree. Emmigrated to Nova Scotia in 1819 with his wife and children, arriving in Pictou, NS. Famous for his many poems. Includes poems, biographies, information on his house in NS, a genealogical account of the MacLeans and Sinclairs of Glen Bard. Collection compiled by his descendants, Angus and Mary MacLean, Scarinish in 2008.
Genealogical information about the family of Alexander McPhaiden (1751-1800), Salum, and his wife Mary MacLean (1755-1800)
Printed genealogical information about the family of Alexander McPhaiden (1751-1800), Salum, and his wife Mary MacLean (1755-1800), their children Roderick, Mary, Neil, Donald, Ann, Margaret, Lachlan, John, Hector, Malcom, Alexander, Flory and Angus (Angus emmigrated to Brock, Ontario, Canada in 1847) and their spouses and children.
Laminated print of the portrait `A Tiree Girl` and information about her
Laminated copy of the portrait `A Tiree Girl` by D. McGregor-Whyte, and laminated information, photographs and newspaper cuttings about her. Ellen MacDonald, Balephuil, (1886-1988) emmigrated to Manitoba and died shortly after celebrating her 102nd birthday..
Book “The History of the Western Highlands and Isles of Scotland 1493-1625”
Softback book charting the turbulent and compelling past of Scotland`s west Highlands and Islands in the late medieval era, focussing on the failure of the MacDonald`s attempts to restore their dominance in the west, and the struggle to fill the resultant vacuum of power. The main text is a facsimile of the 1881 edition, with references to Tiree in the index.
Book “The best man who ever served the crown? – A life of Donald MacLean”
Softback book “The best man who ever served the crown? – A life of Donald MacLean”. Biography of one of the key players in 19th century land dealings in New Zealand. Sir Donald MacLean was born on Tiree in 1820, moved to NZ in 1840, and became Sub-Protector of Aboriginies in 1844.
Book “Three Centuries of Scottish Post”
Book about the postal service in Scotland from 1603 to 1836. By ARB Haldane. Tiree included on pages 187-190.
