Glasgow Post Office Directory 1852/3

[sueky71]

Hi,
I've got the Glasgow Post Office Directory 1852/3, if anyone wants a look up.
Sueky

[hume]

Can I ask how the directory is indexed; by names or streets?

Thanks,
hume24

[sueky71]

Hi Hume24
It's indexed by name, although it allows for searches by street or occupation.
Sueky

[hume]

Hi again,

In that case, could I have a look-up for the name Herbertson? First names are Thomas, James and possibly a Mary living in her own home. I have all three in Lynedoch Place, Barony district, if it's any help? 

Thank you,
hume24

[sueky71]

Hi Hume,
Found 2 James Herbertsons - I think the first one may be yours:

Herbertson, James, of J. Herbertson & Brothers, - ho. 1, Lynedoch Pl, Woodlands Rd.

Also:

Herbertson, James & Brothers, wrights and builders, - Lynedoch St, Woodlands Rd.

Nothing found for Thomas or Mary.

Sueky

[hume]

Thanks for that, Sueky! Definitely the correct James. I suspect Thomas and Mary may have still been living with James. 

hume24

[bfleming]

Hi,

At least 2 ancestors had businesses in Glasgow at that time. I'd greatly appreciate further information on them:

Archibald Fleming was a grocer or victualler. On the 1851 census he was listed as living at 81 Great Eastern Rd., Barony, Glasgow.

There is a possibility that there were 2 grocers named "Archibald Fleming" in Glasgow at that time - any indications in the Directory of more than one?

Another ancestor businessman was James Anderson, spirit dealer, probably at 46 Milton Ln., Milton, Glasgow - does he show up in the Directory?

many thanks for your help,
Brian

[sueky71]

Hi Brian,
Welcome to Rootschat 

I've checked the Directory for Fleming.
There is no Archibald Fleming listed and no Fleming's at Great Eastern Rd.
There is a:
Fleming, James, victualler, 28 Main St, Glasgow
and also:
Fleming, Mrs, victualler, 49 Main St, Calton.

Also looked for Anderson.
There is no James Anderson at the Milton Lane address.
There is a:
Anderson, James, wine, spirit and provision merchant, 26 Bedford St.

There are other Anderson's listed as spirit dealers/merchants, but none are called James - if you would like these details please let me know.

Sueky

[rochbell]

Hi Sueky, a bit new to this.

Have tried to look up these sort of directories from OZ to no avail.
Was wondering if you could look up a business for me.

Hutcheson & Dixon, Licensed Auctioneers & Appraisers in Glasgow. (as stated in Will)

Will dated 1862, so hoping they would have been around a while. One of the ptrs may have been relative of Wife of Deceased. ta muchly

Jane