Extracts from the Records of the Burgh of Glasgow
Charters and other Documents relating to the City of Glasgow: Part 1 ~ 1175 to 1649
Charters and other Documents relating to the City of Glasgow: Part 2 ~ 1649 to 1707
Extracts from the Minute Book 1588 to 1750
Burgh Records of Glasgow 1572 to 1581
Burgh Records of Glasgow 1573 to 1642
Burgh Records of Glasgow 1630 to 1662
Burgh Records of Glasgow 1663 to 1690
Burgh Records of Glasgow 1691 to 1717
Burgh Records of Glasgow 1718 to 1738
Burgh Records of Glasgow 1739 to 1759
Burgh Records of Glasgow 1809 to 1822
Burgh Records of Glasgow 1823 to 1833
ABSTRACTS OF PROTOCOLS OF THE TOWN CLERKS OF GLASGOW 1591 to 1600
Enumeration of the Inhabitants of Scotland 1821
Published: 1821
Available from: Enumeration of the Inhabitants of Scotland 1821
Contents: An overview of Scotland during 1801, 1811 and 1821.
Glasgow Statistical Account 1828
Published: 1828
Available from: Glasgow Statistical Account 1828
Glasgow Trade and Post Office Directories
Available from:
Glasgow Directory 1787 Glasgow Directory 1783 Glasgow Directory 1799
Glasgow Directory 1809 Glasgow Directory 1814 Glasgow Directory 1825
Glasgow Directory 1835 Glasgow Directory 1849 Glasgow Directory 1866
Glasgow Directory 1873 Glasgow Directory 1887 Glasgow Directory 1900
Content: Contains the names and addresses of the Merchants, Manufacturers and Trades in the City of Glasgow and suburbs. These directories are superb for family history research.
Jamieson's Scottish Dictionary is a classic dictionary of old the Old Scots tongue and can be invaluable to people doing their family tree where old Scots words appear in documents.
Published: 1879
Author: John Jamieson D.D.
Jamieson's Scottish Dictionary Volume 1
Jamieson's Scottish Dictionary Volume 2
Jamieson's Scottish Dictionary Volume 3
Jamieson's Scottish Dictionary Volume 4
GLASGOW NOTABLE PEOPLE
Biographical sketches of the Hon., the Lord Provosts of Glasgow
Published: 1883
Available from: Biographical sketches of the Hon., the Lord Provosts of Glasgow
Glasgow and its Clubs or Glimpses at the Conditions, Manners Oddities and Characteristics of the City.
The Trades House wish to express their thanks to the Chairman and Directors of the "Old Glasgow Club" for permission to digitise and upload a copy of this excellent booklet.
Published: 1857
Author: John Strang LL.D.
Available from "Glasgow and its Clubs"
This is an excellent book about the clubs and activities in Glasgow about 1857 and before.
Glasgow Characters
Published: late 1857
Author: Peter MacKenzie
Available from: Glasgow Characters
Notes on the Members of the Buchanan Society ~ Numbers 1 to 366 (1725 to 1829)
Published: 1903
Author: Robert MacNeil Buchanan
Available from: Notes on the Members of the Buchanan Society ~ Numbers 1 to 366 (1725 to 1829)
Glasgow Men and Women
Published: 1931
Author: A. S. Boyd
Available from: Glasgow Men and Women
Contents: Great wee book with sketches and stories about some of the Glasgow's people.
HEALTH BOOKS
Observations on the Diseases of People of Fashion
Published 1815
Author: M. Venel M.D.
Available from: Observation on the Diseases of People of Fashion
Contents: A fascinating short booklet on diseases of 1815 and the cures that were thought to be appropriate. This gives a super insight to the medical thoughts and the conditions of the populace of the early 1800s.
A Visit to the Glasgow Hospital for Sick Children
Published: 1886
Available from: A Visit to the Glasgow Hospital for Sick Children
Contents: This booklet contains a report by an unnamed person who visited the Hospital and it gives a good insight into the care and treatment of children. It is interesting to note the age that they accept i.e., from 2 years to 12 years and no infectious diseases were allowed.
Glasgow Hospital for Sick Children
Published: 1888
Available from: Glasgow Hospital for Sick Children
Contents: This short book covers the formation and objections to the forming of separate hospitals for children; the accommodation and treatment of the children.
The Royal Hospital for Sick Children
Published: 1889
Available from: The Royal Hospital for Sick Children
Contents: This is a follow on to the above book on "A visit to the Glasgow Hospital forScik Children" and covers the developments that had taken place in the short time in the care of children. Ideal for anyone interested in the welfare of children and their health.
Old Glasgow Hospitals
Published: 1905
Author: James Erskine M.A., M.B,
Available from: "Old Glasgow Hospitals"
Contents: The History of Hospitals in Glasgow from early times up until 1905.
Notes on some old Glasgow Institutions with Medical Associations
Published: 1910
Author: Hugh A. MacLean M.B., Ch.B.
Available from: Notes on some old Glasgow Institutions with Medical Associations
On Lunatic Asylums, A Discourse delivered on 2nd August 1810 previous to laying the Foundation Stone of the of the Glasgow Lunatic Asylum
Published: 1810
Author: Steveson MacGill D.D.
Available from: On Lunatic Asylums
History of the Water Supply to Glasgow
Published: 1869
Author: John Burnet
Available from: History of the Water Supply of Glasgow
Contents: This book covers the history of the water supply in Glasgow from times past to 1869 and includes costs, maps and water analysis. A must read for anyone interested in the clear and beautiful water of Glasgow.
EDUCATION BOOKS
A new era in the Education of Blind Children
Published: 1875
Author: Alexander Barnhill
Available from: A new era in the Education of Blind Children
Contents: An excellent insight to how the late 19th century educators of blind children were improving the methods and equipment used to teach blind children.
Professions for boys and how to enter them
Published: 1899
Authors: M. L. Pechell and James J. Nolan
Available from: Professions for boys and how to enter them
ENTERTAINMENT
A Brief History of the Glasgow Stage
Author: Walter Baynham
Published: 1892
Available from: A Brief History of the Glasgow Stage
Literary Landmarks of Glasgow
Author: James Kilpatrick
Published: 1893
Available from: Literary Landmarks of Glasgow
The Glasgow School of Painters
Published: 1908
Author: G. Baldwin Brown
Available from: The Glasgow School Painters
Contents: This is a great book for those interested in the history of the Glasgow School of Painters up to 1908. It has a short history of the artists and black and white examples of their work.
The Glasgow School of Painting
Published: 1902
Author:
Available from: The Glasgow School of Painting
Contents: This book is similar to the later one listed above and will be of great interest to those interested in art in Glasgow.
St. Mungo's Bells or Old Glasgow Stories
Published:1888
Author: A. G. Callant
Available from: St. Mungo's Bells or Old Glasgow Stories
Tourist Guide to Glasgow
Published: 1887
Available from: Tourist Guide to Glasgow
Whistle Binkie ~ A Collection of Songs
Published: 1853
Available from: Whistle Binkie ~ A Collection of Songs
Contents: A fabulous collection of old Scots songs and poems.
LAW BOOKS
Address to the People of Scotland on the Nature, Power and Privileges of Juries
Published: 1815
Author: William Smellie F.R.S. and F.A.S.
Available from: Nature, Power and Privileges of Juries
The Rights of Labour Defended: or The Trial of the Glasgow Cotton Spinners
Published: 1837
Author: The Glasgow Committee of the Trades Delegates
Available From: The Trial of the Glasgow Cotton Spinners
The Trial of the City of Glasgow Bank Directors
Published: 1905
Editor: William Wallace M.A.
Available from: The Trial of the City of Glasgow Bank Directors
Report of the Trial of Madeleine Smith
Published: 1857
Author: Alexander Forbes Irvine
Available from: Report of the Trial of Madeleine Smith
SOCIAL AND CLUB BOOKS
The Annals of Glasgow, comprising an account of the public buildings, charities, and the rise and progress of the city.
Published: 1816
Author: James Clelland LL.D.
Available from:
Annals of Old Glasgow Volume 1
Annals of Old Glasgow Volume 2
Contents:
This excellent book gives a great deal of information about the buildings, charities, churches, canals and Glasgow up to 1816.
The Hodge Podge Club
Published: 1900
Author: T. F. Donald
Available from: The Hodge Podge Club
Glasgow Memorials
Published: 1908
Author: Robert Renwick
Available from: Glasgow Memorials
Contents: An account of Glasgow's Public Buildings and Charities.
The Anecdotage of Glasgow
Published: 1892
Author: Robert Alison
Available from: The Anecdotage of Glasgow
Contents: A marvellous book for anyone wishing to know short stories about Glasgow or who have a need to make a toast to Glasgow. It is jam packed with wonderful short stories and is difficult to stop reading as they are all so interesting.
Glasgow in 1901
Published: 1901
Author: James Hamilton Muir
Available from: Glasgow in 1901
Contents: A superb book with illustrations and photographs telling the story of Glasgow to 1901.
GLASGOW'S HISTORY
Glasgow Past and Present Volume 1, 2 and 3
Published 1884
Volume 1 available from: Glasgow Past and Present Volume 1
Volume 2 available from: Glasgow Past and Present Volume 2
Volume 3 available from: Glasgow Past and Present Volume 3
GLASGOW PLACES
Glimpses of Old Glasgow
Author: Andrew Aird
Published: 1894
Available from: Glimpses of Old Glasgow
Contents: Great book about Glasgow covering origination of street and area names, organisations such as Police; Fire Brigade; Water, Sewage, Gas and Electricity and biographies.
Kirkwood's Dictionary of Glasgow and Vicinity
Published: 1884
Author: Charles Kirkwood
Available from: Kirkwood's Dictionary of Glasgow and Vicinity
The Clyde from its source to the Sea
Author: W J Millar C.E.
Published: 1888
Available from: The Clyde from its source to the Sea
The Story of the Making of Buchanan Street
Published: 1885
Author: Daniel Frazer
Available from: The Story of the Making of Buchanan Street
Glasgow Streets and Places
Published: 1899
Author: James Muir
Available from: Glasgow Streets and Places
Contents: Information about streets and buildings in Glasgow, many of which have now long ceased to exist.
The Old Ludgings of Glasgow
Author: Thomas Lugton
Published: 1901
Available from: The Old Ludgings of Glasgow
Partick Past and Present
Published: 1902
Author: Charles Taylor
Available from: Partick Past and Present
Contents: The history of Partick up to 1902.
The story of the Barony of Gorbals
Published: 1919
Author: John Ord
Available from: The story of the Barony of Gorbals
The Origin and History of Glasgow Streets
Published: 1902
Author: Hugh MacIntosh
Available from: Glasgow Streets
Contents: An excellent small book containing the names and reasons for calling streets as they are.
George Square: Its History, Statues and Environs
Published: 1922
Author: James McFarlane
Available from: George Square: Its History, Statues and Environs
Contents: This is an excellent short book about the history of George Square, statues and areas in close proximity.
Rottenrow of Glasgow
Author: Regality Club
Available from: Rottenrow of Glasgow
Contents: An excellent book for those who wish to know the history of Rottenrow prior to the maternity hospital.
Industries of Glasgow 1888
Author:
Published: 1888
Available From: Industries of Glasgow 1888
Contents: A list and description of the Charities and Industries of Glasgow in 1888. There are descriptions of many firms that are no longer in existence along with supporting images.
Scotland's Industrial Heritage
Author: Wellesley A. Parker
Published: 1904
Available From: Scotland's Industrial Heritage
Contents: A pictorial description of the principal cities and places of Historical, Industrial and general interest in Scotland, with great descriptions of places in Scotland and superb coloured illustrated adverts from the period.
Old Glasgow Exhibition of 1894
Author: Glasgow Institute of Fine Arts
Published: 1894
Available from: Old Glasgow Exhibition 1894
Local and Municipal Souvenir of Glasgow ~ 1837 to 1897.
Published: 1897:
Available from: Local and Municipal Souvenir of Glasgow ~ 1837 to 1897
This is an excellent book covering the early history of Glasgow and the Council officers for the period.
Description of Ceremonial on the occasion of laying the Foundation Stone of the Municipal Buildings in George Square
Published: 1885
Available from: Laying the Foundation Stone of the City Chambers
Charters and other Documents relating to the City of Glasgow: Part 1 ~ 1175 to 1649
Charters and other Documents relating to the City of Glasgow: Part 2 ~ 1649 to 1707
Extracts from the Minute Book 1588 to 1750
Burgh Records of Glasgow 1572 to 1581
Burgh Records of Glasgow 1573 to 1642
Burgh Records of Glasgow 1630 to 1662
Burgh Records of Glasgow 1663 to 1690
Burgh Records of Glasgow 1691 to 1717
Burgh Records of Glasgow 1718 to 1738
Burgh Records of Glasgow 1739 to 1759
Burgh Records of Glasgow 1809 to 1822
Burgh Records of Glasgow 1823 to 1833
ABSTRACTS OF PROTOCOLS OF THE TOWN CLERKS OF GLASGOW 1591 to 1600
Enumeration of the Inhabitants of Scotland 1821
Published: 1821
Available from: Enumeration of the Inhabitants of Scotland 1821
Contents: An overview of Scotland during 1801, 1811 and 1821.
Glasgow Statistical Account 1828
Published: 1828
Available from: Glasgow Statistical Account 1828
Glasgow Trade and Post Office Directories
Available from:
Glasgow Directory 1787 Glasgow Directory 1783 Glasgow Directory 1799
Glasgow Directory 1809 Glasgow Directory 1814 Glasgow Directory 1825
Glasgow Directory 1835 Glasgow Directory 1849 Glasgow Directory 1866
Glasgow Directory 1873 Glasgow Directory 1887 Glasgow Directory 1900
Content: Contains the names and addresses of the Merchants, Manufacturers and Trades in the City of Glasgow and suburbs. These directories are superb for family history research.
Jamieson's Scottish Dictionary is a classic dictionary of old the Old Scots tongue and can be invaluable to people doing their family tree where old Scots words appear in documents.
Published: 1879
Author: John Jamieson D.D.
Jamieson's Scottish Dictionary Volume 1
Jamieson's Scottish Dictionary Volume 2
Jamieson's Scottish Dictionary Volume 3
Jamieson's Scottish Dictionary Volume 4
GLASGOW NOTABLE PEOPLE
Biographical sketches of the Hon., the Lord Provosts of Glasgow
Published: 1883
Available from: Biographical sketches of the Hon., the Lord Provosts of Glasgow
Glasgow and its Clubs or Glimpses at the Conditions, Manners Oddities and Characteristics of the City.
The Trades House wish to express their thanks to the Chairman and Directors of the "Old Glasgow Club" for permission to digitise and upload a copy of this excellent booklet.
Published: 1857
Author: John Strang LL.D.
Available from "Glasgow and its Clubs"
This is an excellent book about the clubs and activities in Glasgow about 1857 and before.
Glasgow Characters
Published: late 1857
Author: Peter MacKenzie
Available from: Glasgow Characters
Notes on the Members of the Buchanan Society ~ Numbers 1 to 366 (1725 to 1829)
Published: 1903
Author: Robert MacNeil Buchanan
Available from: Notes on the Members of the Buchanan Society ~ Numbers 1 to 366 (1725 to 1829)
Glasgow Men and Women
Published: 1931
Author: A. S. Boyd
Available from: Glasgow Men and Women
Contents: Great wee book with sketches and stories about some of the Glasgow's people.
HEALTH BOOKS
Observations on the Diseases of People of Fashion
Published 1815
Author: M. Venel M.D.
Available from: Observation on the Diseases of People of Fashion
Contents: A fascinating short booklet on diseases of 1815 and the cures that were thought to be appropriate. This gives a super insight to the medical thoughts and the conditions of the populace of the early 1800s.
A Visit to the Glasgow Hospital for Sick Children
Published: 1886
Available from: A Visit to the Glasgow Hospital for Sick Children
Contents: This booklet contains a report by an unnamed person who visited the Hospital and it gives a good insight into the care and treatment of children. It is interesting to note the age that they accept i.e., from 2 years to 12 years and no infectious diseases were allowed.
Glasgow Hospital for Sick Children
Published: 1888
Available from: Glasgow Hospital for Sick Children
Contents: This short book covers the formation and objections to the forming of separate hospitals for children; the accommodation and treatment of the children.
The Royal Hospital for Sick Children
Published: 1889
Available from: The Royal Hospital for Sick Children
Contents: This is a follow on to the above book on "A visit to the Glasgow Hospital forScik Children" and covers the developments that had taken place in the short time in the care of children. Ideal for anyone interested in the welfare of children and their health.
Old Glasgow Hospitals
Published: 1905
Author: James Erskine M.A., M.B,
Available from: "Old Glasgow Hospitals"
Contents: The History of Hospitals in Glasgow from early times up until 1905.
Notes on some old Glasgow Institutions with Medical Associations
Published: 1910
Author: Hugh A. MacLean M.B., Ch.B.
Available from: Notes on some old Glasgow Institutions with Medical Associations
On Lunatic Asylums, A Discourse delivered on 2nd August 1810 previous to laying the Foundation Stone of the of the Glasgow Lunatic Asylum
Published: 1810
Author: Steveson MacGill D.D.
Available from: On Lunatic Asylums
History of the Water Supply to Glasgow
Published: 1869
Author: John Burnet
Available from: History of the Water Supply of Glasgow
Contents: This book covers the history of the water supply in Glasgow from times past to 1869 and includes costs, maps and water analysis. A must read for anyone interested in the clear and beautiful water of Glasgow.
EDUCATION BOOKS
A new era in the Education of Blind Children
Published: 1875
Author: Alexander Barnhill
Available from: A new era in the Education of Blind Children
Contents: An excellent insight to how the late 19th century educators of blind children were improving the methods and equipment used to teach blind children.
Professions for boys and how to enter them
Published: 1899
Authors: M. L. Pechell and James J. Nolan
Available from: Professions for boys and how to enter them
ENTERTAINMENT
A Brief History of the Glasgow Stage
Author: Walter Baynham
Published: 1892
Available from: A Brief History of the Glasgow Stage
Literary Landmarks of Glasgow
Author: James Kilpatrick
Published: 1893
Available from: Literary Landmarks of Glasgow
The Glasgow School of Painters
Published: 1908
Author: G. Baldwin Brown
Available from: The Glasgow School Painters
Contents: This is a great book for those interested in the history of the Glasgow School of Painters up to 1908. It has a short history of the artists and black and white examples of their work.
The Glasgow School of Painting
Published: 1902
Author:
Available from: The Glasgow School of Painting
Contents: This book is similar to the later one listed above and will be of great interest to those interested in art in Glasgow.
St. Mungo's Bells or Old Glasgow Stories
Published:1888
Author: A. G. Callant
Available from: St. Mungo's Bells or Old Glasgow Stories
Tourist Guide to Glasgow
Published: 1887
Available from: Tourist Guide to Glasgow
Whistle Binkie ~ A Collection of Songs
Published: 1853
Available from: Whistle Binkie ~ A Collection of Songs
Contents: A fabulous collection of old Scots songs and poems.
LAW BOOKS
Address to the People of Scotland on the Nature, Power and Privileges of Juries
Published: 1815
Author: William Smellie F.R.S. and F.A.S.
Available from: Nature, Power and Privileges of Juries
The Rights of Labour Defended: or The Trial of the Glasgow Cotton Spinners
Published: 1837
Author: The Glasgow Committee of the Trades Delegates
Available From: The Trial of the Glasgow Cotton Spinners
The Trial of the City of Glasgow Bank Directors
Published: 1905
Editor: William Wallace M.A.
Available from: The Trial of the City of Glasgow Bank Directors
Report of the Trial of Madeleine Smith
Published: 1857
Author: Alexander Forbes Irvine
Available from: Report of the Trial of Madeleine Smith
SOCIAL AND CLUB BOOKS
The Annals of Glasgow, comprising an account of the public buildings, charities, and the rise and progress of the city.
Published: 1816
Author: James Clelland LL.D.
Available from:
Annals of Old Glasgow Volume 1
Annals of Old Glasgow Volume 2
Contents:
This excellent book gives a great deal of information about the buildings, charities, churches, canals and Glasgow up to 1816.
The Hodge Podge Club
Published: 1900
Author: T. F. Donald
Available from: The Hodge Podge Club
Glasgow Memorials
Published: 1908
Author: Robert Renwick
Available from: Glasgow Memorials
Contents: An account of Glasgow's Public Buildings and Charities.
The Anecdotage of Glasgow
Published: 1892
Author: Robert Alison
Available from: The Anecdotage of Glasgow
Contents: A marvellous book for anyone wishing to know short stories about Glasgow or who have a need to make a toast to Glasgow. It is jam packed with wonderful short stories and is difficult to stop reading as they are all so interesting.
Glasgow in 1901
Published: 1901
Author: James Hamilton Muir
Available from: Glasgow in 1901
Contents: A superb book with illustrations and photographs telling the story of Glasgow to 1901.
GLASGOW'S HISTORY
Glasgow Past and Present Volume 1, 2 and 3
Published 1884
Volume 1 available from: Glasgow Past and Present Volume 1
Volume 2 available from: Glasgow Past and Present Volume 2
Volume 3 available from: Glasgow Past and Present Volume 3
GLASGOW PLACES
Glimpses of Old Glasgow
Author: Andrew Aird
Published: 1894
Available from: Glimpses of Old Glasgow
Contents: Great book about Glasgow covering origination of street and area names, organisations such as Police; Fire Brigade; Water, Sewage, Gas and Electricity and biographies.
Kirkwood's Dictionary of Glasgow and Vicinity
Published: 1884
Author: Charles Kirkwood
Available from: Kirkwood's Dictionary of Glasgow and Vicinity
The Clyde from its source to the Sea
Author: W J Millar C.E.
Published: 1888
Available from: The Clyde from its source to the Sea
The Story of the Making of Buchanan Street
Published: 1885
Author: Daniel Frazer
Available from: The Story of the Making of Buchanan Street
Glasgow Streets and Places
Published: 1899
Author: James Muir
Available from: Glasgow Streets and Places
Contents: Information about streets and buildings in Glasgow, many of which have now long ceased to exist.
The Old Ludgings of Glasgow
Author: Thomas Lugton
Published: 1901
Available from: The Old Ludgings of Glasgow
Partick Past and Present
Published: 1902
Author: Charles Taylor
Available from: Partick Past and Present
Contents: The history of Partick up to 1902.
The story of the Barony of Gorbals
Published: 1919
Author: John Ord
Available from: The story of the Barony of Gorbals
The Origin and History of Glasgow Streets
Published: 1902
Author: Hugh MacIntosh
Available from: Glasgow Streets
Contents: An excellent small book containing the names and reasons for calling streets as they are.
George Square: Its History, Statues and Environs
Published: 1922
Author: James McFarlane
Available from: George Square: Its History, Statues and Environs
Contents: This is an excellent short book about the history of George Square, statues and areas in close proximity.
Rottenrow of Glasgow
Author: Regality Club
Available from: Rottenrow of Glasgow
Contents: An excellent book for those who wish to know the history of Rottenrow prior to the maternity hospital.
Industries of Glasgow 1888
Author:
Published: 1888
Available From: Industries of Glasgow 1888
Contents: A list and description of the Charities and Industries of Glasgow in 1888. There are descriptions of many firms that are no longer in existence along with supporting images.
Scotland's Industrial Heritage
Author: Wellesley A. Parker
Published: 1904
Available From: Scotland's Industrial Heritage
Contents: A pictorial description of the principal cities and places of Historical, Industrial and general interest in Scotland, with great descriptions of places in Scotland and superb coloured illustrated adverts from the period.
Old Glasgow Exhibition of 1894
Author: Glasgow Institute of Fine Arts
Published: 1894
Available from: Old Glasgow Exhibition 1894
Local and Municipal Souvenir of Glasgow ~ 1837 to 1897.
Published: 1897:
Available from: Local and Municipal Souvenir of Glasgow ~ 1837 to 1897
This is an excellent book covering the early history of Glasgow and the Council officers for the period.
Description of Ceremonial on the occasion of laying the Foundation Stone of the Municipal Buildings in George Square
Published: 1885
Available from: Laying the Foundation Stone of the City Chambers