https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Carruthers-1012 Thomas was born in 1810 in Dumfries, Scotland. It is unclear who his parents were. Perhaps John Carruthers and Mary Bell. However, on Familysearch, a Thomas who was supposedly the son of the above is shown with a different wife and many children. At this time (June 2019), Thomas’s origins haven’t been resolved. However,Continue reading “Thomas Carruthers (abt. 1810 – 1883)”
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Stuart and Jane Carruthers
Stuart Carruthers was born on October 11, 1870, in Finch, Ontario. His father Andrew William Carruthers was 54 and his mother the former Jean Steven was 37. He was 6th born in a family of eight which included my great grandmother Margaret. Stuart can be found on the 1871, 1881 and 1891 census of Canada living with his familyContinue reading “Stuart and Jane Carruthers”
Winnipeg’s connection to the Spirit of ’76
Written by: Danielle Da Silva Community journalist — The Sou’wester It’s an iconic American image of patriotism and victory and has been reproduced in ways too many to count. Archibald Willard’s painting Spirit of ’76 is celebrated by our neighbors to the south but it also has a close connection to Winnipeg. DANIELLE DA SILVA – SOU’WESTERContinue reading “Winnipeg’s connection to the Spirit of ’76”
New Jersey Colony
The New Jersey Colony The New Jersey Colony was one of the original 13 colonies located on the Atlantic coast of North America. The original 13 colonies were divided into three geographic areas consisting of the New England, Middle and Southern colonies. The New Jersey Colony was classified as one of the Middle Colonies.Continue reading “New Jersey Colony”
The Clydesdale Champion of Carp: Stan Carruthers
Born in 1940, Stan Carruthers of Carp, Ontario, was predestined to work with Clydesdales. “My grandfather was a stallioneer in Carp, and he used to have Percherons,” explains Stan. “In 1922, he sold his Percheron and bought a Clydesdale stallion. That’s how the love affair began.” As a young man, while Stan would put togetherContinue reading “The Clydesdale Champion of Carp: Stan Carruthers”
Clan Carruthers: The Battle of Arkinholm (Langholm)
October 7, 2018Clan Carruthers The Battle of Erkinholme was fought on the 1st of May, 1455. Red Douglas. Black Douglas (Supporters of James II) (Rebel forces) George Douglas Archibald Douglas, 4th Earl of Angus Earl of Moray Hugh Douglas Laird of Johnston. Earl of Ormonde John Douglas Lord of Balvenie The Battle of Erkinholme isContinue reading “Clan Carruthers: The Battle of Arkinholm (Langholm)”
Clan Carruthers: Scottish Clans & Families, what are they?
October 2, 2018Clan Carruthers Courtesy of Mercury News There seems to be a great deal of confusion by some with regards, amongst other things, what a Scottish Clan or family is, what it isn’t and who can use the collective term. The first thing that needs to be said, which seems to be very obviousContinue reading “Clan Carruthers: Scottish Clans & Families, what are they?”
Clan Carruthers: Scottish Clans & Families, what are they?
October 2, 2018Clan Carruthers Courtesy of Mercury News There seems to be a great deal of confusion by some with regards, amongst other things, what a Scottish Clan or family is, what it isn’t and who can use the collective term. The first thing that needs to be said, which seems to beContinue reading “Clan Carruthers: Scottish Clans & Families, what are they?”
MOUSWALD: ANCESTRAL HOME OF CLAN CARRUTHERS.
Brought to you by your Clan Society; Clan Carruthers Society-International •INTRODUCTION Although Carruthers lands extended far beyond Mouswald, it was the home of our chiefs for many years. This description, in part from the 1800’s paints a picture that would reflect what it was like in ancient times. •CURRENT DESCRIPTION The ancient parish of MouswaldContinue reading “MOUSWALD: ANCESTRAL HOME OF CLAN CARRUTHERS.”
The History of Yetholm
Name – originally there was a route through the hills to England, so Yetholm was the ‘place at the gate’, from the old Scots ‘yett’ meaning a gate, and ‘holm’ or ‘ham’ the Anglo-Saxon for a settlement. Graveyard Record – Recorded by the Borders Family History Society in their ‘Roxburghshire Monumental Inscriptions III’. The 2ndContinue reading “The History of Yetholm”
CLAN CARRUTHERS SOCIETY (USA) 