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Re: John WALKER b. 1812 SLK m. Mary MIEN 1835 SLK, ch: Andrew 1837, William 1838, George 1840, Jessie 1845

alan14578 — 2009-11-05 21:57:55Z

Brierylaw Cemetery selkirk In memory of John Walker who died 27th January 1885 aged 73yrs also Peter Walker who --- January 1892 aged ?? also Helen Walker died ?? May 1895 also Jane Walker their sister.
Headstone not too good. Seems to be brother and sisters as the names dont match Johns children. No trace Meins.
Hope this helps.

John WALKER b. 1812 SLK m. Mary MIEN 1835 SLK, ch: Andrew 1837, William 1838, George 1840, Jessie 1845

koksvik — 2009-11-04 03:35:05Z

My ggg grandfather John Walker was born in Selkirk in 1812 and married Mary Mien on 12/06/1835 in Selkirk. She was born 1806 in Melrose, Roxburgh. Their children were Andrew b1837, William b1838, George b1840 and Jessy b1845. I am looking for death records for John Walker and Mary Mien and any information on their parents.

Isabella TURNBULL b. 1836 ROX d. 1879 Galashiels, SLK m. George Dun WALKER 1862 ROX - d/o John TURNBULL & Mary HERMISTONE

koksvik — 2009-11-03 22:59:02Z

My gg grandmother Isabella Turnbull was born on 01/07/1836 in Denholm, Cavers, Roxburgh and died in Galashiels, Selkirk on 15/08/1879. She married George Dun Walker on 10/10/1862 in Denholm, Cavers, Roxburgh.

Isabella's parents were John Turnbull b1791 and Mary Hermistone b 1796. Can anyone help with more information on her parents?

LOCKIE , CLARK, DOD(D)S

mlegarth — 2009-10-28 23:56:43Z

Helen LOCKIE died age 73 yrs.,1873, in Stow. Parents noted ( the informant, her son, )as Thomas LOCKIE a Teacher & Janet Clark.
Helen may have been born Selkirk, she shows as such in a census, also said to be born Stow.
I understand Selkirk to be in Stow Parish in the early 1800's.
I have no marriage for Thomas Lockie & Janet Clark.
Does anyone have them in their Tree ?
This seems to be the only way that I may track them down.
No Baptism for Helen, & no sight of any Siblings.
Helen married David DOD(D)S 1824, in Traquair , Peebleshire, where he was an Ag. Lab..
In 1841 they showed in Stow.
1851 Helen shows as "deserted by her husband & supported by the Parish Board".
Mary

Re: Thomas LOCKIE, teacher - dau. Euphemia m. David DODDS 1824

alan14578 — 2009-10-28 23:55:21Z

That was a long time ago .My e-mail is now alan@alanturnbull.com and it will give me time to look again at what I had for you!!
alan

Re: Thomas LOCKIE, teacher - dau. Euphemia m. David DODDS 1824

mlegarth — 2009-10-28 23:54:59Z

Alan,
Today, browsing through postings on the message Board, I found your reply to my 2006 Post re Thomas Lockie etc.
I do not remeber reading your reply previously.
Your e mail must have changed, mine is
legarthm@levin.pl.net
I can only assume that when the Computer man had my Computer for some weeks, the original message was simply lost by him, along with allmy other e mails.
Mary Legarth

Re: Thomas LOCKIE, teacher - dau.Helen m. David DODDS 1824

mlegarth — 2009-10-28 23:54:32Z

Helen LOCKIE married David DOD(D)S 1824 Traquair, Peebleshire, Scotland.

Re: Peter WILSON b. 1854 Galashiels s/o John WILSON & Sophia MILLER

IanHarvey30 — 2009-10-23 17:36:10Z

Hi there
I have Wilsons from Galashiels in my tree although not a Peter or John but some of my info is a bit sketchy. My great grandmother was Elizabeth (Betty) Wilson born 1871 Ladhope, Galshiels, her father was James Wilson and his father James Wilson. Elizabeth had a number of siblings also in Galashiels but would be interesting to find more info...
Get in touch if you think there is any link
thanks

Robert HOGG b. Galashiels c1899, served in Great War, wounded at age 16 > Australia

peterh8 — 2009-10-23 02:37:59Z

I am trying to research my Great-Uncle's military service in the Great War. He was born in about 1899, brother of William Sanderson Hogg (My Grandfather) and son of George and Margaret Hogg. I met him as a child in 1977 in Galashiels. He emigrated to Australia where he died. When I met him he told me about his service in the Great War where he had been wounded at age 16. But I did not unfortunately inquire as to his regimental details.

Any assistance would be much appreciated.

Re: ROMANIS family, Galashiels in mid to late 1800's

jeffandviv_1 — 2009-08-24 22:38:18Z

This marriage was 1890 not 1899. Archibald Romanis is my grandfather by his first marriage to Joan Clinton. His sons were William, he wnt to Canada, and James my grandfather who went to Hawick.The children of the second marriage to Jane Henderson were John, maybe Jock, Peter Thomas,Mary,Alexandra, Isabella,Euphemia, Jane,Agnes,Archibald,William Frederick. I believe that most if not all that lived went to Aus, including mother but not Archibald. He had a sawmill in Galashiels and thrashing mill and died in Humbie. The rest is correct. I have more if it of interest. Jeff Romanis Worcester.

Re: Archibald ROMANIS b. 1854 m. 1899 St. Boswells, Jane HENDERSON b. 1865 Galashiels

bobwilson98 — 2009-08-24 22:38:00Z

Hi
I've just come across your post re. the above. Archibald Romanis was my wife's GG Uncle. Her G Grandfather, John MacDonald Davidson, married Archibald's sister Agnes. If you want to discuss further contact me at bob.wilson@mylaptop.org.uk

Bob.

Re: Archibald ROMANIS b. 1854 m. 1899 St. Boswells, Jane HENDERSON b. 1865 Galashiels

jeffandviv_1 — 2009-08-24 21:16:19Z

Good to know that Agnes did not stuck as a housekeeper forever.

Re: Robert ELLIOT, wife Euphemia TUDHOPE, from Selkirk, and the Thomson family -- Robert, Andrew & Euphemia d. Scotland 1700s

ballenrider — 2009-08-14 23:43:15Z

Alan,
Thank you for your reply. I believe the Euphemia Tudhope you mentioned would be a niece or great niece probably to the one I seek. My Euphemia was born around 1720, and I'm not sure when she died or if she died in Scotland.Her death would be no earlier than 1765 if she died in Scotland as that is when her last child was born.
The Thomson names I mention were all born between 1751 and 1760 and I believe died as infants or young children as the family did name other children by the same names, except for the child Euphemia who was born in 1760 or 1762.This Thomson family immigrated to America sometime between 1765 and 1794. Our first record of them in America is in 1794 in Georgetown, Wa. D.C. area.It is of interst to determine where they are all buried and if I could locate Robert and his wife Euphemia then I'd know if they immigrated with the other Thomsons or not. Robert was also born around 1720, they married in 1750. Thanks again for any help.
Rebecca

Re: Robert ELLIOT, wife Euphemia TUDHOPE, from Selkirk, and the Thomson family -- Robert, Andrew & Euphemia d. Scotland 1700s

alan14578 — 2009-08-14 20:57:49Z

In the Auld Kirkyard in Selkirk there is a Euphemia Tudhope daughter of Alexander who died 1859 aged 41yrs plus other Tudhopes.
In Ashkirk there are loads of Thomsons going back including one John dying 1690s and also a few Elliots both in Ashkirk and Selkirk.
Can you be more specific with rough dates etc
alan

Re: Gilbert BURTON, b. 1810 and Isabella BOA/BONE

mary_janenovak — 2009-07-27 06:19:41Z

Thank you for your response. I have been entering the information I have on the children of Wm. Burton and Elizabeth Oliver who moved to Canada on Family Tree Maker. I can send you a copy if you like. I can't find much for Helen Burton Stevenson who stayed in Scotland.
Mary Jane

Re: Jessie SCOTT m. 1907 Robert GILHOOLY both b. Selkirk

alan14578 — 2009-07-27 06:17:53Z

I went to Knowepark school with Robert (bobby) Gilhooly who possibly was his son and born about 1939/40. He went to the navy and when I was in Aden (National Service) I met him on board the aircraft carrier HMS Bulwark in 1961 and then I believe he was in the Fire Service in London after that.I am sure there was a Gala connection and possibly they also lived there for a while. I have school photos with him. I think they lived in Currer street Selkirk.
alan

Re: Jessie SCOTT m. 1907 Robert GILHOOLY both b. Selkirk

2009-07-27 06:16:30Z

Hi

I am busy tracing my mother's ancestry. Her maiden name was Scott, and her family originated, as far as I can tell, in Galashiels. I see there is a certain Jessie Young Scott, born 1860 in Whitebank, in her tree. Jessie's siblings were Helen Scott, Henry Bennet Scott, Thomas Scott (my great-grandfather), and Maggie Bennet Scott. I think they were all born in Galashiels, and their parents were Thomas Scott and Margaret Bennet. Possibly the same Jessie?

Regards

Spencer Rowley
spencer@mnsystems.co.za

Re: SHIELLs living in Dimpleknow, Selkirkshire 1841

alan14578 — 2009-07-27 06:14:31Z

I forgot in the 1841 census for Dimpleknow Robert and Rachel ar both 40yrs young Robert 16yrs Euphemia 15 and John 12yrs all born in Roxburghshire and there is an Andrew Shiel aged 20 at the next place Syntonmill.I have a copy of the 1841 census for ASHKIRK.
ALAN

James & Isabel DALGLIESH from Galashiels area > Ontario CAN late 1830s

2009-03-01 10:47:44Z

Kathy,
I was very interested in your message as I am researching my Dalgliesh ancestors who are reputed to be from the Galashiels area. I believe that my gg grandparents, James and Isabel Dalgliesh emigrated to Ontario, Canada in the late 1830's. Interestingly, my grandmother told us that her g grandfather had been a head forester on a Duke's estate but she did not know any details. I believe that my gg grandfather James was born in about 1812 and Isabel around 1816. I also believe that James may have had a brother who came out at the same time, but I do not have any details.

Thomas GOVENLOCK employed by Duke of Buccleuch, m. Christina SHANKIE

2009-03-01 10:46:20Z

Hello Kathy,
I am the great granddaughter of Thomas Governlock who was also employed by the Duke of Buccleuch. His wife was Christina Shankie, they had 5 children and one adopted daughter. I was born in Selkirk Scotland but now reside in Western Australia. I am using my daughters email if you are interested please contact me on this email address.
regards
Wilhelmina Governlock Swan.

GOVENLOCK not GOVERNLOCK

2009-03-01 10:45:23Z

In the last message I sent I have spelt Govenlock with an "r" this is an error.

Christina GOURNLOCK/ GOVERNLOCK

2009-03-01 10:42:49Z

Hello,

I remember when I was searching the birth death and marriaGE FILES AND CENSUS RECORDS IN SELKIRK, LOOKING FOR MY Murray family I came across Christina Gournlock, I think it was Christina, but I am only going by memory, but the Gournlock rings a bell distinctly, I suppose it must have been spelt incorrectly. I remember the Dalglish as well as it was quite common in all variations. My family were there too in 1816. ANd prior. James Murray married Elizabeth Hall at that time and son John was born when Elizabeth died in chilbirth, he remarried. The rest of mine are Lees, Moffatt
etc however I definitely have info on the Gournlocks/Governlocks and will look it up. You can contact me on the above email

Cheers
Alexandra

David DALGLEISH, gamekeeper - son William m. Elizabeth SMART in London

2009-03-01 10:50:17Z

I am descended from David Dalgleish who was described as gamekeeper on the marriage certificate of his son, William to Elizabeth Smart in London. Your dates are similar. There are supposed links with the Huntly Gordon family. Does this sound familiar? My maiden name was Dalgleish.

Re: Henry SWORD lived Rockingham Co. VA, dau. Sarah 'Sallie' m. Francis BROWNING, ch. raised as SWORD in Pike Co. KY

RSoard — 2009-03-08 03:41:38Z

Wes,

Is this Henry Sword of Rockingham Co VA a direct ancestor?

Thanks,
Richard

Robert ELLIOT, wife Euphemia TUDHOPE, from Selkirk, and the Thomson family -- Robert, Andrew & Euphemia d. Scotland 1700s

ballenrider — 2009-07-27 05:58:48Z

I'm looking for any lookups in the above families in cemetery inscriptions. The Elliot family would be Robert Elliot,and his wife Euphemia Tudhope Elliot.The Elliot's were from Selkirk. For the Thomson family they were in the Selkirk parish area until some came to America. Several children died in Scotland in the 1700's, namely Robert, Andrew, and perhaps Euphemia.I have never been sure of who all in the Thomson family immigrated, not the Elliot's, or whether they even did immigrate.Any information on the Thomson/Elliot familes would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much.
Rebecca

Henry SWORD lived Rockingham Co. VA, dau. Sarah 'Sallie' m. Francis BROWNING, ch. raised as SWORD in Pike Co. KY

pooh102bear — 2009-03-08 03:26:53Z

I'm looking for the family of Henry Sword that lived in Rockingham Co. Virgina, USA and had a daughter Sarah "Sallie" Sword b.1772 and M. a Francis Browning and had 4 sons and then left her and the boys. Sarah raised the sons as Sword and they moved to Pike Co., Kentucky. I trying to find out if the Sword Family came from Scottland or from England. Any info you may have would be appreciated. Thank you for your time. My email is pooh102bear1@msn.com Wes Roush

Re: SWORD, RIDDEL and BRYDEN Families from Ettrick, Sellkirk

aldeenairn — 2009-07-11 02:17:56Z

Dear Margaret
Thanks for your reply. I am sure this is my Walter Bryden because my records show he married Margaret Greive. Thanks for that information.
Dee

Re: SWORD, RIDDEL and BRYDEN Families from Ettrick, Sellkirk.

aldeenairn — 2009-04-20 06:56:28Z

Dear Margaret
Thankyou for the reply. Its often hard to get information anout overseas ancestors when you in Australia, although the internet is wonderful now.
I am sure the Bryden family you mention is mine. All I have on Walter Bryden is that he married Margaret Greive in 1756 at Ettrick, Sellkirk and that he was a farmer. His daughter Christian is my direct branch, (which links in with Walters mothers name as you mentioned). I will look into this further. Thanks again.
Dee Nairn

SWORD, RIDDEL and BRYDEN Families from Ettrick, Sellkirk.

aldeenairn — 2009-04-20 06:55:20Z

My Sword ancestors were born in Ettrick. An Ettrick Hall is mentioned and Hope House in Yarrow. Has anyone heard of these places. ??
James Sword (1752-1834) married Mary Riddel in 1781 at Sellkirk. Their 4 children, Walter, William, Jean and William(2) all born at Ettrick. James and Mary died at Hope House, Yarrow, Sellkirk.
Mary Riddel, daughter of William Riddel and Elizabeth Bruce.
Christian Bryden (c1790-1869) daughter of Walter Bryden and Margaret Greives. Married William Sword. All from Sellkirk as well. Can anyone help with more information ??
Dee Nairn

Gilbert BURTON b. 1810 m. 1.Isabella BOA 2.Jessie WILKIE 1859

SheilaHale — 2009-03-01 10:35:27Z

Isabella is definitely a BOA she was the daughter of William BOA and Catherine Scott. She was one of 9 Children

Gilbert was married a second time to Jessie Wilkie 13 Jan 1859 at Kirkhope Selkirk. I only know of 8 children that Gilbert and Isabella had but I do know that Jessie and Gilbert

I can send you more on the descendants of this family if you contact me at cshale@shaw.ca

Gilbert BURTON b. Roberton 1810 d. 1868 m. Isabella BOA/ BONE 1814-1858

mary_janenovak — 2009-03-01 10:33:43Z

I have a partial Burton family tree for the Burtons of Roberton parish, Roxburghshire, Scotland which was compiled by my aunt in Ontario in the 1970s. According to her research, Gilbert Burton, born at Roberton, 1810, died June 14, 1868. He married Isabella Bone (could be the same as Boa?)
1814-Jun. 28, 1858 and they had 9 children. Gilbert was the son of William Burton (1782-1861) and Elizabeth Oliver (1781-1861). He was the grandson of Henry Burton and Helen Henderson. Several of Gilbert's brothers: Robert, Henry and James moved to Ontario, Can. in the 1820s or 30s and had farms in York and Peel Co. I am a descendant of Robert Burton. I am interested in more information on the Scottish branches of the family and can provide info. on the Ontario branches.

Simon MUIR m. Mary Jane SELF, son Leonard James MUIR b. Selkirk 1910 > 1917 New Zealand

WilliamGuest66 — 2009-07-11 02:15:03Z

Simon Muir m Mary Jane Self 1904. Son Leonard James Muir born Selkirk 1910. By 1917 Simon was in New Zealand. I have no idea of the circumstances of his departure from Scotland, but Simon was my grandfather in NZ. I would welcome a contact from his Selkirk descendants so that I can complete this chapter of my family history.

Re: LEES, VEITCH, Selkirk area 1890-1940

alan14578 — 2009-04-20 06:58:34Z

twinsport
Most of them are in Brierylaw or Shawpark cemetery inSelkirk.
Mary Leithead wifo of Robert Scott lees died 9-5-1935 aged 69yrs and Robert Scott Lees died 20-2-1940 aged 77yrs.
Mary Leithead Lees died 12-10-1969 age 72yrs wife of James E. Purves who died 20-11-1979 aged 73yrs
Thomas Lees died 25-1-1955 aged 65yrs wife of Margaret Veitch
There are many Lees in the cemeteries even two died in both wars.MIs are available for all Selkirk Cemeteries to purchase
Sorry didnt see John Leithead Lees.
I have a Hawick Jessie Leithead in my family tree.

In Ashkirk Cemetery: George SHIELLS d. 1774 age 75 and wife Janet MOOR/MUIR? and Isabella SHIEL wife of Andrew SHORTREED

alan14578 — 2009-07-27 06:11:12Z

I am updating Ashkirk cemetery at the moment.There is one old one so far for a George Shiells who died 1774 aged 75 and his wife Janet MOOR ? could be Muir etc. The headstone is awful and very difficult to decipher but it looks like Moor but a marriage check might verify her maiden name.It does not give any place names like Dimpleknowe! There is also a Isabella Shiel wife of Andrew Shortreed as well. There may be more as we have only done about over half and its hard going.

Re: SHIELLs living in Dimpleknow, Selkirkshire 1841

alan14578 — 2009-07-27 06:13:44Z

So far at Ashkirk there is only the one George S shiel died 13-4-1916 however over the valley at Kirkhope Cemetery in Ettrick valley there is a EUPHEMIA shiel died 14-1-1891 aged 87yrs wife of William Burnet who died 4-4-1878 aged 84 with children James ,Arthur and Thomas.
There is a Mary Shiell died 17-1-1869 aged 65yrs wife of William Anderson.
In Bowden there is a Robert Shiel born Dec1860 son of Robert Shiel, Miller Bowden going to school at Bowden in 1872.There are loads of Shiels in Selkirk and about ten lots in Yarrow Kirkyard which i have just finished mostly in the 1800s.Can you e-mail me privately with dates and names you have as its too much to post here and may not be relevant.

Re: Andrew DALGLEISH m. Marion CLEGHORN c1800; ch: Helen, Mary, Ann, Francis

alan14578 — 2009-07-11 02:16:04Z

Marion Cleghorn married ADAM Dalgleish not Andrew 17-12-1801 Ettrick Selkirk.
In Kirkhope cemetery there is one Adam Dalgleish died 24-5-1866 aged 59yrs but with a wife Helen Reive who died 20-12-1887 aged 82yrs.

Re: Gilbert BURTON b. 1810 and Isabella BOA/ BONE

alan14578 — 2009-03-01 10:38:23Z

Mt friend Jean wood in Selkirk is related.Her e-mail is jmwood@cuthil.fsnet.co.uk. She has been in contact with Bob Burton in Kansas Richard Gamble in Port George BC and Anne Ellis in Kent England all relatives. I notice in 2005 Richard Gamble has an entry re Bortons on this site.
I believe two of them have been to Selkirk to visit Jean and has seen the gravestones in Selkirk and Ettrick?Yarrow cemeteries. An exchange of info would be welcome.
Jean and I record local mon. inscriptions.

Re: SWORD, RIDDEL and BRYDEN Families from Ettrick, Sellkirk

mhsullivan — 2009-07-11 02:17:02Z

Dear Dee
The M.I.s for St Mary's Churchyard have several Walter Brydon/Bryden records. The most likely for a Walter who married 1756 is'Walter Brydon, late tenant in Crosscleugh who died 26 Jan 1825 aged 86 years and Marron (sic) Brydon his daughter who died Nov 1817 aged 26 years. Also Margaret Grieve his spouse,who died Jan 1837 also (Isabella?)Brydon their daughter,who died at Ettrick Side 11 Nov 1843.
Margaret in Brisbane

Re: SWORD, RIDDEL and BRYDEN Families from Ettrick, Sellkirk.

mhsullivan — 2009-04-20 06:53:50Z

Ettrick Hall was in the village of Ettrick, next to the schoolhouse, according to the 1871 census.Hopehouse is about two miles closer to Selkirk. In 1871 there were several dwellings there.
Ettrick monumental inscriptions, stone 109:-
In memory of James Sword who died at Hopehouse 21 Dec 1834 aged 82 years.Also Mary Riddell his wife who died 1 Jan 1830 aged 71 years.
If Walter Bryden who died 19 April 1851 aged 83 years,is your Walter, he was the son of William Bryden who died 18 July 1800 aged 82 and Christian Linton who died 18 Oct 1813 aged 84. They married 12 July 1754 at Ettrick.
Margaret

Re: Jessie SCOTT m. 1907 Robert GILHOOLY both b. Selkirk

keithandnaomi — 2009-07-19 21:05:42Z

Hiya I see your post is a while ago but I have only just started looking at my family tree. My Great-grandmother was Isabella Scott, Jessie Scott's older sister. Would be happy to exchange any information with you, I would be grateful for any information I could get.
Thanks Naomi

Re: LEES, VEITCH, Selkirk area 1890-1940

twinsport — 2009-04-20 06:57:39Z

Robert Scott Lees B 1863
Thomas Lees B 1889
John Leithead Lees B 1892
Mary Leithead Lees B 1896

LEES, VEITCH, Selkirk area 1890-1940

twinsport — 2009-03-09 08:16:08Z

Im looking for any info on Thomas Lees, John Leithead Lees, Mary Leithead Lees who are Children of Robert Scott Lees and Mary Leithead Lees. Also Children of Nathaniel Veitch and Bessie Mitchell. Mary, Maggie Hunter Veitch ( Lees), David Cameron or Conlay Veitch , Bessie, Agnes, George.

Twinsport@crcable.net

Re: William DALGLEISH m. Helen GOVENLOCK, sons James, Thomas

HelenNorthill77 — 2009-03-01 10:48:39Z

Just wondering if you have been in contact with Kathy Gregory as she is a direct descendant of Thomas. If not please contact me.

Re: SHIELLs living in Dimpleknow, Selkirkshire 1841

kssmekathy — 2009-07-27 06:12:18Z

Would you please advise me if you locate the following given names with the surname Shiel or Shiell:(scream Eureka if you find all of them in adjoining plots...lol
Robert, Rachel, Euphemia,and Mary. If you find a Robert Shiel(l) buried with a Rachel ms Liddle, I would most interested in all Shiel(l) names and dates in Ashkirk.I am still trying to figure out how many children they might have had. Would appreciate any help you could give.

Re: SHIELLs living in Dimpleknow, Selkirkshire 1841

kssmekathy — 2009-07-26 20:03:28Z

I am a descendant of John Shiell(they picked up the extra l in the mid atlantic I think.)I have information on the descendnats of John, Robert and Andrew. Euphemia was a big surprise. I have not yet figured out whether Andre, Robert and John were the only emigrants so am not sure whether Robert Rachel and that rest of them might still be in Scotland. Will privately email you what I am looking for. Thanks for all the help.

Re: LEES, VEITCH, Selkirk area 1890-1940

GordonPertJohnson — 2009-03-09 11:27:37Z

I should have been more specific, myself!
What I meant was, the dates of the individuals, as far as known, and what other countries apart from Scotland, might be involved, if the family emigrated?

Re: LEES, VEITCH, Selkirk area 1890-1940

GordonPertJohnson — 2009-03-09 11:25:27Z

This query is not very informative.
What date period(s), and what country/countries are involved?

Re: Henry SWORD lived Rockingham Co. VA, dau. Sarah 'Sallie' m. Francis BROWNING, ch. raised as SWORD in Pike Co. KY

GordonPertJohnson — 2009-03-09 08:17:30Z

The surname SWORD derives from the name SIWARD, and is found in Scotland from the 11th century.
Unfortunately, it also occurs in England (usually as Swerde or Seward), from at least the 14th century.
However, as a Humphrey SWORD, a jacobite, was transported to Virginia in 1716, I would be inclined to favour Scotland as the origin of your family.
Gordon Johnson

Selkirk in the 1500s

GordonPertJohnson — 2009-03-01 12:44:51Z

The Selkirk Court Book, 1503-1541 was transcribed and published in two parts by the Scottish Record Society, 1960 (covering 1503-1531) and 1969 (covering 1531-1541), but without any index.
With the approval of the Scottish Record Society, I have compiled genealogical indexes to the two parts, with the first index available on my website for some time. Work on the second index was completed at the end of 2008 and the finalised work has now been put up on my website. So there are two indexes to consult, free of charge. If you do not have access to the publications indexed, I can provide page copies as required, for a small fee per page, with a minimum charge of 5 pounds to cover copying, post and packing. Scans can be provided as an alternative. The minimum 5 pound charge still applies, but more copies can be scanned instead.
These, and other new indexes to Scottish books, are listed at:
> http://www.kinhelp.co.uk/KinHelp/genealogical-indices/a-list...

Happy hunting!
Gordon Johnson.

Re: James Patrick COLLINS b 1914 Footscray

TeresaMFanning — 2009-05-20 04:36:52Z

You have the above mentioned person in your tree could you help, would this person be related to a Patrick Collins who married a Mary Gribben they had twelve children many of them were born in Footscray.