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The Glasgow Web Site is pleased to host a list of friendship links to Glaswegians on the Internet around the world.

e-mail	WWW Site	Information
Thomas Lannigan Australia	N/A	My name is Tommy Lannigan. I was born in the Linthouse Building in Govan on 12/9/21. Married Mary McNaulty of Helen Street, Govan. Had 8 children altogether (2 died), worked in the Scottish Cables in Renfrew until 1976 when I emigrated to Sydney, Australia. I now live in Queensland and have recently been back to Scotland, I have been back 3 times since emigrating. My last trip was something I will always remember as I had many happy outings and visits with family members, especially Theresa and Mary Lannigan who gave me a really good time. I would like to hear from anyone who lived in Govan or the Linthouse buildings or any family members in Scotland. Also I would like to contact an old friend who went to Canada just after the war by the name of Willie (or Bill) Donnigan.
Tom McGoran Australia	N/A	Born in Pollockshaws 1931 moved to Carnwadric 1935,StVincent school then Holyrood. .. Army 1949/1951 Austraila 1958 Love to hear from anyone who has memories of the McGoran Clan Pollokshaws/Carnwadric/Arden
Alex Reid USA	N/A	Born Glasgow 1940, brought up in Anderston, attended Finnieston Jun. Sec. from '47-'52 then Woodside Sen. Sec. from '52-'55. Worked for Bilsland's Bakery in Hydepark St., Dawson's Removals, Kerr's Seeds in Queen St. and the most fun job of all --- the Glesca Bus Conductor!! I remember as a boy, we were allocated a new Corporation hoose in Kinfauns Drive, Drumchapel. I couldn't believe that I was to get a room all to myself --- and overlooking the hills. Maw couldnae staun bein' away fae auld Anderston --- so we were soon back in Hydepark St.!! Would enjoy hearing from anyone from "S'Miles Better! !" City --- Like most of you folks out there ---- I feel so privileged to have had a Glaswegian upbringing ---- what a gift!! So far on the 'net' I've met two wonderful ex-Anderstonians and we exchange memories ---- we're sure that there's more folks out there with stories to tell of times past in the Anderston and Partick are as ---- so 'come oan-get aff' yer bahookies an gie's some merr input --- always welcome, and much appreciated
Rona Shapouri (nee Cameron) USA	N/A	Born 1962 in Partick lived in Blairdardie until 1988 Went to Hillhead primary and Knightswood Sec. till 1980, nurse training at Gartnavel and Western Infirmary 1981-1984 and then 1986 looking for any one from nursing Alison Burnside from LARGS, Bernadette Dooley from Drumchapel and any one else who may know me. My sister Jessie who lives in Swindon is looking for Ellen Cairns, went to HYNDLAND SCHOOL, lived I think, in Yoker. I live in San Diego, would love to chat. cheerio, Rona.
John Mc Laughlin Canada	N/A	Born in the gorbals 1945 went to st lukes school then to holyrood s.s. moved to Canada 1967 would love to hear from anyone who remembers our family brothers Bill, Pat, Gerrard, sisters Rosemary, Theresa.Dad William (passed away) Mother Bridget(passed away)I still belong to glesga
Nancy Cowie Canada	N/A	HI. Everyone, Both my Husband Dave and myself were born in Glasgow. Dave in 1936 at Dover St Anderston and I in 1937 Balnain St Cowcaddens.We both went to Woodside School.We would love to hear from any old school friends neighbours or anyone from Glasgow. Until then take care. Nancy.
David Mc Kerlie New Zealand	N/A	Born Glasgow 1947 Lived in Ancroft St. Maryhill until 1959, Then Drumchapel, then Linwood (Paisley). Attended Springbank Primary school and North Kelvinside Sec. (1960-1964) I have lived and worked in a few placws in Scotland and the Middle East. I have two sons (I am a widower), one son is currently living in Dublin the other is in New Zealand. I would like to hear from anyone who may remember me.
Connie (nee Campbell) Shearer Canada	N/A	Emigrated to Canada Nov. 1946, age 3-1/2. Have lots of memories of walking with my Mum in Botanic Gardens I believe, holding on to the side of the pram. Wrote poetry about some of the memories from the viewpoint of a child of 3. "Glimpses of a Glasgow Girl". Someone in Ireland put it to music and they sing about it in the pubs. Anyway we live in the Thousand Islands area of Canada. Are coming to Glasgow in May (an entire month, 2 weeks in Ireland, 2 in Scotland to trace roots.) A one-time trip for us. Ross has spinal cord injury from a train derailment near Toronto. We are bringing our youngest son and wife, in thirties. Looking for family and friends of my parents. John Eadie Campbell (Larbert) and Violet Bygroves, Glasgow/Dublin, who nursed at Belvedere Hospital (1939-40). I was born in the Mary Hill, Hillhead area. Have fond memories of those years.Looking for relatives. Does anyone know a Tom Campbell, Roy Campbell, Willie Campbell, or Margaret Campbell Galbraith? From the Larbert area. Most relatives Dad knew are deceased but we are looking the kin. Warm Regards, Connie Campbell Shearer
Bill & Liz Charters USA	N/A	We are former residents of Greenock I from the Gibby my wife from Larkfield and the Strone she is also related to the Hughes Big Lizzy used to work for Charlie Lambert behind Gryffe street
David Sim Australia	N/A	I was born in Glasgow in 1953 and atended St Thenogs primary school in Garthamlock and St Gregorys secondary school in Carntyne. I worked for The Royal Bank of Scotland at 1558 Great Western Road, Anniesland, and then at Firestone Tyre & Rubber Co. in Govan. I emigrated to Australia in 1977 where I now live with my wife and two teenage children. I have been back to Glasgow several times over the last 22 years and it still holds a special place in my heart. I can't imagine going back to live there but I will always feel I belong there. I would love to hear from anyone who might remember me, hopefully with fondness
Nicol Aitken Canada	N/A	Hello to all glasgow exiles. I was born in Knightswood in 1944.I attended Knightswood primary and secondary schools,left there in approx 1958 and moved to East Kilbride,attending Duncarnrig secondary school. I would love to hear from anyone who lived around Baldwin Avenue or Locksley Avenue at the junction of Archerhill road,or anyone else who feels like chatting.
Iain Livingston USA	N/A	I was born and brought up in Knightswood. Attended Knightswood school from1954-1959. Spent 23 years in Royal Navy. Would love to hear from anyone who remembers me
Mary nee White Australia	N/A	Hi, I'm curently looking for folk from Larkie(LarkhAll). I have started a wee message board for Larkie folk to chat...email me if you're interested:) I'd also like to contact any of the Sept '65 nursing intake from the Glasgow Royal Infirmary. If any of you are online, please contact me...Isobel nee Gallacher and Janette(sp?) nee Happell are also online
Marie Milne (nee Reilly) Canada	N/A	I was born in Bridgeton in 1951, went to Sacred Heart primary and later to Sacred Heart Secondary (Pirn Street). Before I left for Canada in 1971 I worked for W.D.& H.O. Wills for about 2 1/2 years, at that time my name was Marie George. Friends I remember are Theresa Richardson (we keep in touch), Francis Davitt, Chrissie Duffy & Jeannie Connolly those two were hilarious in school, Anna Parks (from Wills). Michelle the Australian who worked for Munro Cleaners on Gordon Street around 1968, if you are out there I'd like to hear from you.
Alex Anthony Canada	N/A	Born in Grace St Finnieston in 32. Went to St Patricks in Bishop St. Served apprenticeship as a millwright in H@W scotstoun, married a wee lass Roberta Stevenson from Haywood St, Lambhill. Worked in Pressed Steel linwood 60 to 66. Came to Canada in 66 and live in Quinte Ontario.
John Cameron Ward Australia	Genealogy, with emphasis on McGregors	I spent some time in the Clyde during the war on MV Miralda, a MAC-ship, or Merchant Aircraft Carrier. Since then I have done lots of things but finished up researching my Scottish ancestry. I descend from the marriage of John Cameron and Elizabeth McDougal in Glasgow on 1 August 1834. If anyone else can make the same claim I should be very glad to hear from them. The couple must have migrated to Manchester soon after marriage.
Kate USA	N/A	Born and raised in scotland till I was twenty years old. before moving to the u.s.a I have always missed my freinds and family now I have a way of keeping in touch with home...kate
Anne White Canada	N/A	I came to Canada in 1968 from Glasgow. Went to Dowanhill Primary in the 60's and then Hyndland Sen. Lived on Hyndland Road. Now living in Oakville, Ont. Would love to hear from anyone that might remember me.
David Mc Kerlie New Zealand	N/A	Born Glasgow 1947 Lived in Ancroft St. Maryhill until 1959, Then Drumchapel, then Linwood (Paisley). Attended Springbank Primary school and North Kelvinside Sec. (1960-1964) I have lived and worked in a few placws in Scotland and the Middle East. I have two sons (I am a widower), one son is currently living in Dublin the other is in New Zealand. I would like to hear from anyone who may remember me.
Nancy Cowie Canada		HI. Everyone, Both my Husband Dave and myself were born in Glasgow. Dave in 1936 at Dover St Anderston and I in 1937 Balnain St Cowcaddens.We both went to Woodside School.We would love to hear from any old school friends neighbours or anyone from Glasgow. Until then take care. Nancy.

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