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Down Memory Lane - August 28

The fiscal stated that the other miner, Francis Graham, had made the same plea at his own trial the week before. Read

Memory Lane, August 7 2008

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Down Memory Lane - 26th June 2008

Although not a lodger there, the accused was able to enter the house unnoticed. The complainer had returned to his lodgings in a tired state and, throwing off his clothes, lay down in his bunk. He was woken by a shuffling noise and saw the accused reaching over from the adjoining bunk to steal cash from his trouser pocket. Read

Cadzow Castle

Cadzow Castle

Constructed around 1500, Cadzow Castle was built by Sir James Hamilton for his half brother, the Second Earl of Arran. Throughout the ages, the castle has been home and haven to a number of historical figureheads such as Robert the Bruce and Mary Queen of Scots. Read

Down Memory Lane - 12th June 2008

While working as a casual labourer during harvest season, Annabella received a prick to the middle finger of her right hand. Thinking nothing of the incident, Miss Weir returned home but became increasingly unwell and days later a docor diagnosed blood poisoning. Mr Denholm denied liability, arguing that he could not be held accountable for an accidental injury. Sheriff Thompson ultimately disagreed, and granted Miss Weir compensation at the rate on 6 shillings per week. Read

Down Memory Lane- 21st February 2008

100 years ago... Read

Down Memory Lane- 14th February 2008

100 years ago.. Read

Down Memory Lane- 7th Feb 2008

THE monthly conference of the Lanarkshire Miners’ Union was held in the Victoria Hall, Hamilton, with Mr James Tonner presiding. Read

Down Memory Lane - January 17 2008

HAMILTON MP George Robertson stepped into the bitter row over plans to close two old folk’s homes in the town. Read

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