1856 The Galloway Advertiser and Wigtownshire Free Press

Birth, Marriage and Death Records Transcribed by Diana Henry and Robert Wells

3rd January 1856 (Week 1)

BIRTHS

At 49 Eaton Square, London, on the 19th ult., the Countess of Galloway, of a son. At 15 Lansdowne Crescent, Glasgow, on the 31st ult., Mrs J. A. Mathieson, of a son. Here, at Queen Street, on the 1st inst., the wife of Mr Bell, grocer, of a son. At Church Street, here, on the 29th ult., the wife of Mr John Muir, boot and shoemaker, of a son. At Whiteleys, Inch, on the 3d inst., Mrs Hunter, of a daughter. At Springbank, Sheuchan, on the 24th ult., the wife of Mr James M’Ewen, of a son, still-born. At Deerpark, on the 29th Dec. Mrs John Ferguson, of a daughter. At Glenluce, on the 26th ult., Mrs Crawford, of a daughter. At Glenluce, on the 29th ult., Mrs Wm. Parker, of a daughter. At Glenluce, on the 28th ult., Mrs Hugh Morrison, of a daughter. At Edinburgh, on the 23d ult., the Lady Jane Johnstone Douglas, of a daughter.

MARRIAGES

Here, on the 1st inst., by the Rev. W.M. Simpson, James P. Sinclair, Esq., nurseryman and seedsman, Isle of Man, to Jane, fourth daughter of Mr Boyd, farmer, Dinvin. Here, on the 1st inst., by the Rev. James Stewart of Sheuchan, Mr Samuel Espie, to Miss Mary Jenkins.

DEATHS

At Springbank, Sheuchan, on the 24th ult., Agnes Park, wife of Mr James M’Ewen. At Genoch, on the 28th ult., Mr James M’Douall, farmer, aged 68 years – very suddenly. At Artfield, parish of New Luce, on the 30th ult., Mr William M’Clure, farmer there, aged 76 years – much regretted. At Allandoo, parish of Leswalt,on the 29th ultimo, Margaret, second daughter of Mr M’William, farmer there, aged 14 years. At Kildonnan, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 22d ult., Janet, daughter of Mr James M’Caig. At Ardwell House, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 25th ult., Agnes M’Culloch, aged 98. Deceased was in possession of her faculties, and able to walk about on the day before her death. She had been a servant about the place for half a century. At Grennan, Kirkmaiden, on the 2d inst., much regretted, William, fourth son of Mr Milroy, farmer there, aged 23 years. On the 28th ult., at Colebrook-row, Islington, Mr Robert M’Culloch, in his 81st year, seventh son of the late David M’Culloch, Esq., of Ardwall, in the Stewartry of Kirkcudbright, N.B. At Crocketford, on the 27th ult., Mr Thomas Cowan, innkeeper – much regretted. At 24 Higher Temple Street, Manchester, on the evening of the 25th ult., Agnes, wife of Mr James Bradshaw – after bearing a long illness with a meekness and resignation which denote the true Christian. She lived beloved and died lamented by a large circle of friends and acquaintances.

10th January 1856 (Week 2)

BIRTHS

At Dinvin, Portpatrick, on the 3d inst., Mrs M’Clew, of a daughter. At Beoch, parish of Inch, on the 10th inst., Mrs Gibson, of a son. At Newton-Stewart, on the 9th inst., the wife of Mr George Paterson, of a son.

MARRIAGES

Here, at Church Street, on the 7th inst., by the Rev. James Stewart, of Sheuchan, Mr Wm. Henry, coachman, to Grace, daughter of Mr Wm. M’Kelvie, farmer, At Foulford, Sheuchan, on the 7th inst., by the Rev. James Stewart, Mr George M’Douall, to Elizabeth, daughter of Mr Wm. Gray, thatcher. At Newton-Stewart, on the 8th inst., by the Rev. Mr Richardson, Private William Dickson, of the Galloway Rifles, to Miss Mary Welsh. At Newton-Stewart, on the 31st ult., by the Rev. Mr Richardson, Mr James M’Dead, tailor, to Miss Margaret Irving. At Clauchrie, Wigtown, on the 1st curt., by the Rev. Peter Young, Mr Allan Carswell, parochial schoolmaster of Larbert, Stirlingshire, to Elizabeth, second daughter of William M’Queen, Esq., farmer, Newmilns, Wigtown. At Keel Manse, on the 1st inst., by the father of the bride, Elliot Voyle Davies, Esq., M.D. H.E.I.C.S., Bengal Establishment, to Katherine Margaret, eldest daughter of the Rev. James Maitland, D.D. At Kirkland House, near Castle-Douglas, on the 1st instant, Mr William Affleck, merchant, to Mary Anne, eldest daughter of William M’Clymont, Esq., of Kirkland.

DEATHS

At Irvine, on the 8th inst., John Fergusson, Esq., of Cairnbrock, aged 68 years. At Hanover Street, Stranraer, on the 8th inst., Mr Francis Pringle, smith, aged 39 years – after a protracted illness. At Muirhead, Penninghame, on the 7th inst, Mr D. Fergusson, aged 45 years, son of Mr Fergusson, farmer there. At Kirkdale House, on the 3d instant, William Henry Rainsford Hannay, Esq., of Kirkdale. At Wigtown, on the 1st inst., Mrs Sarah Donnan, of Whithorn, aged 85 years.

17th January 1856 (Week 3)

BIRTHS

At Newton-Stewart, on the 10th inst., the wife Mr David Andrew, of a son. At the Manse of Parton, on the 12th inst., Mrs Leckie, of a daughter. At 16 Wellington Square, Ayr, on the 10th inst., the wife of Rev. R. S. Hutton, Cambusnethan, of a daughter.

MARRIAGES

Here, at Bridge Street, on the 14th inst., by the Rev. James Stewart of Sheuchan, Mr Thomas Steven, boot- maker, to Miss Margaret Campbell, Leswalt. At Sun Street, on the 15th inst., Mr Robert Hood, to Jane, daughter of Mr James Campbell, carter. At High Curghie, parish of Kirkmaiden, on the 10th inst., by the Rev. Wm. Forlong, Mr Hugh Fitsimmons, Kellyness, to Miss Jane Shields, dressmaker. At Kirkland House, near Castle-Douglas, on the 1st inst., by the Rev. Samuel Cowan of Kelton, Mr William Affleck, merchant, Castle-Douglas, to Mary Anne, eldest daughter of William M’Clymont, Esq., of Kirkland. At Isle of Whithorn, on the 8th inst., by the Rev. F. F. Anderson, Mr Peter Gourlay, farmer, Stannock, to Dunbar, only daughter of the late Capt. Wm. McGaa. At Rhonehouse, on the 11th inst., by the Rev. Samuel Cowan, Kelton, Mr Wm. Morrison, servant, Halfmyre, to Miss Agnes Hastings of the former place. At Bordeaux, on the 29th December, by the Rev. M. Maillard, Emile Roberty, pastor of the Reformed Church, Mantes, to Georgiana Gordon, second surviving daughter of the late William Paul, Esq., Edinburgh. At St. Andrew’s Church, Calcutta, on the 24th November, by the Rev. J. C. Herdman, M.A., John Sutherland, Esq., M.D. surgeon, 8th Regiment N.I., to Barbara D. A. M’Chlery, widow of the late Neil M’Chlery, Esq., Demerara.

DEATHS

At Cammer Larg of Minnigaff, on the 8th inst., Mary M’William, wife of Mr John Adams, advanced in years. At Auchness, on the 11th inst., Miss Helenora Johnstone, daughter of the late Quintin Johnstone, Esq., writer, Ayr. At Girvan, on the 12th instant, Mr John M’Dowall, merchant.

24th January 1856 (Week 4)

BIRTHS

At George Street, Stranraer, on the 23d inst, the wife of Mr Robert Beattie, grocer and spirit dealer, of a son. At Inch, on the 23d inst., the wife of Mr Jas. Laurie, parochial teacher, of a son. At Pinminnoch, parish of Portpatrick, on the 16th inst., the wife of Mr Thos. M’Chlery, farmer, of a daughter. At Airyhemming, Old Luce, on the 2d inst., Mrs M’Kerlie, of a daughter. At Mains of Park, Old Luce, on the 13th inst., Mrs Kelly, of a son. At Gillespie, Old Luce, on the 8th inst., Mrs Hills, of a daughter. At Bargrennan, on the 20th inst., the wife of Mr Wm. Murdoch, of a son. At Wigtown, on the 15th inst., the wife of J. M’Master, Esq., of Kildarroch, of a son. At Eagle Terrace, Liverpool, on the 7th inst., Mrs Jas. M’Monnies, of a son.

MARRIAGES

Here, at Sun Street, on the 10th instant, by the Rev. James Stewart of Sheuchan, Mr Peter Slaven, to Sarah, daughter of the late Mr George Jess. At Gillespie, Old Luce, on the 17th inst., by the Rev. Mr Wilson, Mr Andrew M’Fadzean, to Miss Kelly, Donaghadee. At Drumore, on the 21st inst., by the Rev. William Forlong, Miss Jean Murray, daughter of Mr A. Murray, miller, to Mr John M’Culloch, forester, Portlogan.

DEATHS

At Glasgow, on the 19th inst., after a short illness, Grace Cumming, wife of Mr Hugh M’William, engineer, She was a native of Portpatrick, and was married only about seven weeks ago. Her death is much lamented by her friends and acquaintance. At Drumore, on the 20th inst., Jane M’Gaw, age 80 years, relict of Mr John Cairnie, Cardrain. At St. Helena, Old Luce, on the 20th inst., Mr John Bailie, aged 77 years. At Barrhill, on the 20th inst., Elizabeth, daughter of the late Mr George Murray. At Bennan, near Girvan, on the 12th inst., Mr William Baird, surgeon, for a number of years medical practitioner in Gatehouse-of-Fleet. At sea, going round Cape Horn of brain fever, on the 2d September last, Mr Adam Mackie, of Irvine, aged 31, captain of the barque Raymond, of Liverpool – deeply and extensively regretted.

31st January 1856 (Week 5)

BIRTHS

At George Street, Redfern, Sydney, on the 18th Oct., the wife of the Rev. Wm. Mills, of a daughter. Here, at North Strand Street, on the 30th instant, the wife of Mr Fergus Garrick, watchmaker and jeweller, of a daughter. Here, at Hanover Street, on the 29th instant, the wife of Mr William Stewart, flesher, of a daughter. Here, at North Strand Street, on the 29th instant, the wife of Mr James Simpson, brewer, of a daughter. At Dunragit, Old Luce, on the 18th inst., Mrs M’Guffie, of a daughter. At the U.P. Manse, Newton-Stewart, on the 29th inst., the wife of the Rev. Mr Reid, of twin sons.

MARRIAGES

At the Manse of Kirkmaiden, on the 29th inst., by the Rev. Wm. Williamson, Mr William Hall, mariner, to Miss Jane M’Cosh, Portlogan. At Barnkirk of Penninghame, on the 25th instant, by the Rev. Samuel Richardson, A.M., Mr William M’Ilwraith, mason, to Mary, eldest daughter of Mr John Reid, farmer, North Barnkirk.

DEATHS

Here at Trade Street on the 28th inst., the wife of James Crooks, joiner, same day, Patrick Crooks, his son. Here, at Agnew Crescent, on the 28th inst., Mr Wm. Young, mason, aged 58 years – after a tedious illness borne with calm resignation to the Divine will. At Slock, parish of Kirkmaiden, on the 18th ult., Garlies Milligan, in the 19th year of his age, a very promising young man. At Stanhope street, London, on the 23d instant, Alexander Hope Affleck, accountant, in the 33d year of his age, only son of the late Mr Joseph Affleck, Markfast, parish of Urr. At the house of her brother, 2 Manor Street, Ardwick, Manchester, Jane, second daughter of the late Captain James Kerr, of Garliestown. At Newton-Stewart, on the 22d inst., Mrs Milligan, relict of the late Mr Wm. Milligan, painter, aged 83 years.

7th February 1856 (Week 6)

BIRTHS

Here, at Queen Street, on the 2d inst., Mrs Dyer of a son. At Kirkmabrick, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 6th inst., the wife of Mr Andrew Lamb, bower, of a son. At Mye, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 27th ult., Mrs James Blain, of a son. At Grange of Bladnoch, on the 30th ult., the wife of Mr James Gifford, of a daughter. At Newton-Stewart, on the 4th inst., Mrs M’Kie, bonnet maker, of a son.

MARRIAGES

At Largnean, on the 31st ult., by the Rev. J.M. Martin, M.A., of the Episcopal Church, Castle-Douglas, John Fergusson, Esq., of Kilwhanity, to Susan Whitehorn, daughter of G.W. Lawrence, Esq., of St. James, Jamaica. At Deeside, Tongland, on the 29th ult., by the Rev. John Underwood of Kirkcudbright, Mr Thos. Wishart, ship-builder, Port-Glasgow, to Mary, second daughter of James M’Keachie, Esq., late one of the Bailies of Kirkcudbright.

DEATHS

Here, this morning, at Sheuchan Street, Mr Peter M’Haffie, mariner, in the 66th year of his age. Friends at a distance will please accept of this intimation. At Thornbank, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 2d inst., Janet Wylie, relict of Mr Thomas M’Master, in the 84th year of her age. It is worthy of remark that this is the first death in the family of the late Wm. Wylie, who died at Bridgebank in 1819. He had six of a family, who were all living till Saturday last. The eldest is now 86, and the youngest nearly 76; their united ages amount to 485 years, or an average of nearly 81 years each. The bodily constitution of the above family was not above mediocrity; but it may be shortly stated that temperance in all things was, and is their predominant characteristic – a lesson to all to follow in the same laudable course, that their days may be long in the land. At Tonnochrae, on the 29th ult., Margaret Rankin, wife of Francis Anderson, shoemaker, aged 33 – much regretted by all who knew her. At Glenluce, on the 5th inst., Mr John Hannah, late innkeeper, aged 73 years – after a long and painful trouble. At Barracks, Simniness, Old Luce, Mrs Lockhart, pauper, aged 88 years. At Barsianow, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 5th inst., Mrs M’Culloch, wife of Mr R. M’Culloch, formerly tenant of Auchleach – advanced in years. At Stonedge, near Hawick, on the 28th ultimo, after about an hour’s illness, Mr John Thorburn, farmer there, aged 70 years, father of the Rev. John Thorburn, U.P. Church, Gatehouse-of-Fleet. At Gatehouse, on the 28th ult., James Davidson, aged 68 years – for the last 47 years in employment at the Murray Arms Inn there.

14th February 1856 (Week 7)

BIRTHS

Here, at Hanover Street, on the 13th inst., the wife of Mr Arthur, confectioner, of a daughter. Here, at Ivy Place, on the 11th inst., the wife of Mr Alex. Morrow, of twin daughters. At Burnhouse, Colmonell, on the 13th inst, the wife of the Rev. Robert Harkness, of a daughter. At Munches, on the 6th inst., the wife of Wellwood Maxwell, Esq., of a daughter. At Newton-Stewart, on the 9th inst., the wife of Mr Robert Wilson, boot and shoemaker, of a son.

MARRIAGES

At Low Curghie, Kirkmaiden, on the 7th inst., by the Rev. Mr Williamson, Patrick Dorian, to Jane M’Creadie. At 31, Palmer Street, Woolloomooloo, Australia, by the Rev. H. Darling, Mr John Hutchenson, to Miss Isabella Andrew, late of Newton-Stewart, Wigtownshire.

DEATHS

Here, at Castle Street, on the 8th inst., suddenly, Mr J. Craig, watchmaker. Suddenly, at Newton-Stewart, on the 8th inst., Mr John Neilson, mason, aged 43 years. Drowned, off Folkstone, on board the “Josephine Willis,” in the collision with the steam-ship Mangerton, on the evening of the 3d inst., Andrew Hastings, Logan, aged 12 years and 6 months, grandson of the late Andrew Dick, Esq., of Moorbrock. At Kirkcudbright, on the 5th inst., John, infant son of Dr. Johnstone, aged 10 months. At Culnaightry, in the parish of Rerrick, on the 1st curt., John M’Taggart, Esq., formerly of Manchester, in the 62d year of his age.

21st February 1856 (Week 8)

BIRTHS

At Ormiston Hall, on the 14th inst., the Hon. Mrs Dalrymple, of a son. Here, at M’Culloch Place, on the 15th inst., the wife of Mr John M’Kie, teacher, of a son. At High Larg, on the 19th inst., the wife of Mr Peter Adair, of a daughter. At Balkerr, on the 20th inst., the wife of Mr J. Gray, of a son. At Lossart, parish of Kirkcolm, on the 16th inst., the wife of Mr Daniel M’Harrie, of a son. At Dunskey Home Farm, parish of Portpatrick, on the 17th inst., the wife of Mr William Stewart, of a son. At Craigenlee, parish of Portpatrick, on the 16th inst., the wife of Mr John Kerr, farmer there, of a son, still born. At Kirkfeckleuch, Minnigaff, on the 6th instant, the wife of Mr William Welch, shepherd there, of a son. At the Reformed Presbyterian Manse, Lesmahagow, on the 11th inst., Mrs Macmeeken, of a son.

MARRIAGES

On the 3d January, 1856, at Byculla Church, Bombay, by the Rev. J. D. Gibson, William Wilson, Esq., Lieutenant and Adjutant, 1st Grenadier Regiment N.I. to Euphemia, youngest daughter of the late Lieutenant-General John M’Nair, C.B. late of H.M.’s 90th Regt.

DEATHS

Here, at George Street, on the 17th instant, James, youngest son of Mr John M’Douall, cabinetmaker and upholsterer. At the Enoch School-house, parish of Portpatrick, on the 19th inst., Mr John Brown, teacher there, after a short illness – very much regretted. At Kirkcudbright, on the 17th instant, Douglas John Macdougall, son of Duncan Grant Macdougall, Superintendent of the Stewartry Police Force. At Foreland, Ballantrae, on the 11th inst., Mr Thomas Allan, farmer, &c., aged 50 years – much regretted. At San Francisco, on the 26th September, Mr William S. Bell, a native of Stranraer, Scotland, in the 35th year of his age. At 156, George Street, Glasgow, on the 13th instant, Sarah, aged 5 ½ months, youngest daughter of Mr John Dorman, cheese merchant. Friends will please accept of this intimation.

28th February 1856 (Week 9)

BIRTHS

At Dunskey, on the 20th inst., the wife of Mr James Drynan, of a daughter. At Barlaughlin, by Newton-Stewart, on the 25th inst., the wife of Mr David M’Culloch, of a son. At Kirkcudbright, on the 14th inst., Mrs David Craig, of a daughter.

MARRIAGES

At Ardwell, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 21st instant, by the Rev. W. Forlong of the Free Church, Kirkmaiden, Mr William Malcolm, coach-builder, Stranraer, to Janet, seventh daughter of Mr Samuel Stevenson. At Portpatrick, on the 26th instant, by the Rev. S. Balmer, Mr James Vint, to Miss Violet Reid, both of that place. At Calcutta, on the 11th January last, Mr Hugh Hammond, engineer, P. and O.S.P.C. Works, to Margaret, eldest daughter of the late Mr Peter Sinclair, painter, Greenock.

DEATHS

At Stranraer, on the 21st inst, Mrs Charles Brown, daughter of the deceased Major Hamilton Maxwell, aged 74 years. At his residence, St. Mark’s Place, New York, on the 22d January, in the 68th year of his age, William H. Maxwell, Esq. – sincerely regretted by a large circle of friends. At Mars Hill, Alloa, on the 20th inst., David Main, Esq., late of the Customs, Greenock. At Portpatrick on the 22d inst., Mr Andrew Ross, late farmer, Cairnpat, aged 86 years – much respected. At Portpatrick, on the 22d inst., Elizabeth Kerr, aged 56 years. At Meikle Larbrax, parish of Leswalt,on the 24th inst., Mrs Martin, aged 91 years. At Clendrie, parish of Kirkcolm, on the 15th inst., Mr Robertson, farmer there. At Glenluce, on the 22d inst., Margaret M’Clumpha, spouse of Mr James M’William, blacksmith, in the 42d year of her age – leaving a husband and six small helpless children. At Craigenholy, near Glenluce, on the 23d inst., Mrs M’Clellan, a respectable woman, far advanced in years. At Glenluce, on the 24th inst., William M’Clelland, jun., of head fever, eldest son of Mr William M’Clelland, innkeeper there. At Newton-Stewart, on the 26th instant, Mr Samuel M’Credie, advanced in years.

6th March 1856 (Week 10)

BIRTHS

At Colmonell, on the 29th Feb., Mrs Robert Shaw, of the Queen’s Arms Inn, of a daughter.

MARRIAGES

At Westmains, parish of Kirkinner, on the 25th ult., by the Rev. Mr Reid, Thomas Gifford, Esq., farmer, Barwinnock, parish of Glasserton, to Elizabeth, fourth daughter of James Broadfoot, Esq. At Toronto, on the 9th ult., by the Rev. Dr. Lett, Mongomery James Hannay, to Louisa, daughter of Mr Alex M’Ewen, hatter, Toronto, (formerly of Stranraer.)

DEATHS

On the 3d inst., at Queen Street, Stranraer, in the 35th year of his age, James Gartly, of H.M. 42d regiment of foot. Deceased had served in the Crimea, and shared in the battle of the Alma, but, from exposure to cold and wet, was seized with fever and ague, in consequence of which he was rendered unfit for further active service, and finally returned to his native country – to die. On the 29th ult., at Portwilliam, Mr Robert M’Master, formerly blacksmith, aged 70 years. On the 21st ult., at Ballantrae, Robert, eldest son of the late Mr John M’Leod, merchant. On the 5th inst., at Old Penningham, Newton-Stewart, Mr Samuel Gordon, aged 66 years. On the 22d ultimo, at Port-Glasgow, after a protracted illness, borne with much Christian patience and resignation, aged 30 years, Isabella Lyburn, wife of Mr Robert Legget, joiner. On the 13th February, at her residence, Ashfield, near Goderich, Mrs Murray, relict of the late Rev. Professor Robert Murray of Queen’s College, Toronto. Friends will please accept of this intimation.

13th March 1856 (Week 11)

BIRTHS

Here, at Queen Street, on the 9th inst., the wife of Mr Robert Torrance, mariner, of a daughter. At Newton-Stewart on the 7th inst., the wife of Mr David Kelly, baker, of a son – still born. At Kirkmabreck House, on the 22d ult., Mrs Welsh, of a daughter. At Barr Manse, on the 7th inst., Mrs Gibson, of a son.

MARRIAGES

At Culhorn, on the 10th inst., by the Rev. G.D. Mathews United Presbyterian Church, Stranraer, Mr James Murray, compositor, to Isabella, daughter of the late Mr Thomas Gibson, London. Here, at Stoneykirk Road, on the 10th instant, by the Rev. James Smellie, of the Original Secession, Mr Wm. Bain, cooper, to Margaret, only daughter of Mr John Dormon, residenter there. At Clauchenmore, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 6th inst., by the Rev. J. Campbell, Mr H. Hannah, Freugh, to Miss Isabella M’Harrie. At Ervie, parish of Kirkcolm, on the 11th inst., by the Rev. Mr Hyslop, Peter Carnochan, Esq., to Isabella, daughter of the late Mr Stewart, schoolmaster, Sheuchan, Leswalt. At Shikapoor, East Indies, in January last, Dr James Gilbert, of the 2d Scinde Irregular Horse, to Mary Hume, eldest daughter of the late Robert Miller, Esq., of Montrose.

DEATHS

Here, at Fisher Street, on the 9th inst, after a long illness, borne with Christian patience and resignation, Margaret M’William, wife of Mr Thomas Cardie, aged 56 years. Friends will please accept of this intimation. At Rhins poor-house, on the 6th instant, in the 81st year of her age, Marion M’Bride, relict of Mr John M’Crae, formerly farmer in Ervie, parish of Kirkcolm. At Blair, on the 11th inst., Helen, aged 4 years, daughter of Mr Peter Neil, farmer there. At Grennan, Kirkmaiden, on the 9th inst., Helen, daughter of Mr James Milroy, farmer there. At Girvan, on the 27th ultimo, Agnes Malcolm, aged 22 years, wife of Mr James Douglas, late of Ballard, parish of Colmonell. At Girvan, on the 4th instant, Ann, infant daughter of the late Dr M’Cargow. At 119 Rottenrow, Glasgow, on the 4th inst., Mr Andrew M’Neill, shoemaker, aged 50 years, - late of Stranraer. On the 22d inst., at Girthon Kirk, Gatehouse, Christiana Burbie, relict of the late James Burbie, in the 78th year of her age. At Markfast, parish of Urr, on the 3d instant, Mary, daughter of Mr John Ross, farmer there, aged 4 ½ years. At Carsluith Mill, parish of Kirkmabreck, on the 4th inst., Robert M’Clure, Carsluith Mill, aged 25 years.

20th March 1856 (Week 12)

BIRTHS

On the 6th inst., at East Borland, Old Luce, Mrs Longridge of a daughter. On the 15th inst., at Glenluce, Mrs Goudie of a son. On the 14th inst, at Newton-Stewart, the wife of Mr W. M’Guffie, spirit merchant, of a daughter. On the 16th inst, at Newton-Stewart, the wife of Mr William Bell, coach-builder, of a son. On the 8th inst., Mrs John Smith, jeweller, Castle Douglas, of a daughter.

MARRIAGES

Here, at Charlotte Street, on the 17th instant, by the Rev. James Smellie, Mr John Steven, shoemaker, to Margaret, daughter of the late Mr Lawrence Laurie, Stranraer. At Glenling, parish of Mochrum, on the 15th inst., by the Rev. A. Young, Mr James Brown, merchant, to Miss Mary Bradshaw, eldest daughter of Mr W. Bradshaw, farmer there. On the 7th inst., at Garliestown, by the Rev. E. K. Sloan, Sorbie, Mr Thomas M’Gowan, mariner, Wigtown, to Miss Mary Davis, daughter of Captain Davis, Garliestown. At Dowalton, parish of Sorbie, on the 11th inst., by the Rev. E. K. Sloan, Mr William Thomson, Galloway Rifles, to Miss Agnes Douglas.

DEATHS

Here, at Greenvale Street, on the 14th instant, after a protracted illness, Charles, aged 21 years, second son of Mr James M’Intyre, late farmer in Northpark, parish of Kirkcolm. Here, at Hanover Street, on the 18th instant, in the 79th year of his age, Mr Peter Campbell, late crofter in Airies, parish of Kirkcolm. Up to Martinmas last the deceased had never slept a single night out of Kirkcolm. The farthest journey ever he made was once to Wigtown, on which occasion, he travelled all night, rather than sleep out of the parish of a long line of ancestors. His general character was that of a pious, honest, inoffensive man. At Portwilliam, on the 13th instant, Mr William Wither, teacher, and inspector of the poor for Mochrum, aged 48 years. Friends at a distance will please accept of this intimation. At Drumuckloch, parish of Anwoth, on the 8th inst., Jane Henderson, widow of the late Mr James Brown, farmer there. At Dalbeattie, on the 7th instant, James Corrie, surgeon, aged 50 years. On the 13th inst, at Manchester, aged 21 years, Mr Andrew Wales, Jun., Lintmill, Glenluce. He was a young man of superior abilities, and was lately promoted in his office on account of his worth and steady habits. His death is much regretted by all who knew him. The remains of the deceased were interred in the churchyard of Glenluce on the 19th inst., At Rispain, Whithorn, on the 29th ult., Mr R. S. Carson, farmer there, aged 56, much and justly regretted by a wide circle of friends. His loss creates a blank which will not be easily filled up.

27th March 1856 (Week 13)

BIRTHS

Here, at Queen Street, on the 15th inst., the wife of Mr William Murray, shoemaker, of a son. At Barmore, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 6th inst., the wife of Mr Alexander Wither, jun., of twins. At Portpatrick, on the 19th inst., the wife of Mr James Neilson, late of California, of a son. At N. Milton, Old Luce, on the 14th inst., Mrs Kelly, of a son. At Kilfillan, Old Luce, on the 16th inst., Mr Lowry, of a son. At Ballochodee, parish of Kirkcowan, on the 20th inst., Mrs Robertson, of a daughter. At Newton-Stewart, on the 16th inst., the wife of Mr James Vernon, cabinet-maker, of a daughter. At Telegraph and Post-Office, Gatehouse, on the 13th inst., Mrs S. Blythe, of a son.

MARRIAGES

At Old Minnigaff, on the 25th inst., by the Rev. Wm. Reid, U.P. Church, Newton-Stewart, Mr Wither, coach- builder, Bridge of Bladnoch, to Agnes, youngest daughter of Mr John M’Whae, innkeeper.

DEATHS

Here, at North Strand Street, on the 22d inst., George, aged 23 months, youngest son of Mr Mann, postmaster. At Caldons, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 20th instant, William, aged one month, infant son of Mr M’Master, farmer there. At Barbeth, parish of Leswalt, on the 22d instant, Harriet Scott, aged 2 ½ years, youngest daughter of Mr Andrew Sprott, farmer there. At Knock, parish of Leswalt, on the 26th inst., Jean M’Muldroch, relict of Mr John Johnstone, aged 62 years. At Balsarroch Moor, parish of Kirkcolm, on the 23d inst., in the 73d year of his age, and after a short illness, Mr Thomas Stewart, long a crofter in Airies, said parish. At Portpatrick, on the 17th inst., after a long and lingering illness, borne with Christian resignation, Mary Thorburn, wife of Mr Andrew M’Cubbin, farmer there, aged 47 years. At Barracks, Old Luce, on the 20th inst., Mr Alex Dunn, joiner, aged 69 years. At Mosshouse, parish of Kirkcowan, on the 17th inst., Mrs Johnstone, aged 76 years. At Stannock, somewhat suddenly, at the advanced age of 73, Rachel Stockdale, wife of Mr John Gourlay, farmer there. Mrs Gourlay, who was a native of Cumberland, was a person of no ordinary attainment, and her charitable and Christian forbearance, will be long remembered and appreciated in the locality where she passed the greater part of her pilgrimage here below. At Kenmure Bridge, New Galloway, on the 18th inst., Mary Gibson, wife of Mr Andrew Vernon, flesher there, aged 34 years – much regretted. At Gatehouse-of-Fleet, on the 15th inst., Mrs Thomas Fowler, wine and spirit merchant there, aged 63 years. At Lochvale Cottage, Castle-Douglas, on the 17th inst., Mary Wilson, relict of Mr Joseph Train, aged 74 years. At Dumfries, on the 22d inst., Charlotte Elliot, wife of Mr William Lawson, clothier.

3rd April 1856 (Week 14)

BIRTHS

Here, at George Street, on the 28th ult., the wife of Mr John M’Intyre, clogger and hide merchant, of a son. Here, at George Street, on the 25th ult., the wife of Mr Wm. Henderson, leather cutter, of a daughter. Here, at Agnew Crescent, on the 21st ult., the wife of Mr Murray, cooper, of a daughter. At Pinminnoch, parish of Portpatrick, on the 20th ult., the wife of Mr Robert Kerr, farmer there, of a daughter. At Blairderry, parish of Old Luce, on the 31st ult., Mrs Wm. M’Brattany, of a daughter. At Bladnoch Foundry, on the 25th ult., the wife of Mr Wm. Anderson, of a son. At Bladnoch, on the 27th ult., the wife of Mr Aitken, of a son.

MARRIAGES

At Castlemaine, Victoria, on the 17th November, by special license, Thomas Adair, Esq., son of John Adair, Esq., of Balkail, Glenluce, to Elise Maire, second daughter of J. E. N. Bull, Esq., resident warden of Castlemaine, late Captain 99th Regiment. At Logan, Kirkmaiden, on the 18th inst., by the Rev. Wm. Williamson, John Doyle to Mary M’Caull. At Portlogan, Kirkmaiden, on the 27th inst., by the Rev. Wm. Williamson, Thomas Currie, blacksmith, to Grace Wallace. At Drumore, on the 27th inst., by the Rev. Wm. Forlong, Free Church, John Graham to Eliza Rennie.

DEATHS

Here, at Agnew Crescent, on the 25th ult., Margaret Ann, eldest daughter of the late Mr David Kerr, mariner, aged 9 years. Here, at Harbour Street, on the 28th ult., Mr David Johnston, baker, aged 56 years. Here, at High street, on the 25th ult., Mr James Wemyss, aged 65 years. At Culhorn Parks, on the 22 ult., Agnes Wylie, relict of Samuel Rae. At Inch, on the 25th ult., Marion Rankin, granddaughter of Alex Rankin, Inch. At Burnhouse, Colmonell, on the 27th ult., of hooping cough, Eliza Lang, infant daughter of the Rev. Robert Harkness, aged six weeks. At Culbae, parish of Kirkinner, lately, very suddenly, Mr E. Donnan, saddler, Wigtown. At Corseyard, parish of Borgue, on the 25th ult., Wm. Dickson, aged 70 years, long in Margree, same parish.

10th April 1856 (Week 15)

BIRTHS

At Creebridge House, on the 26th ult., the lady of Captain Edward Heron Maxwell, of a son. At Newton-Stewart, on the 28th ult., the wife of Mr Robert Young, ironmonger, of a son. At Newton-Stewart, on the 24th ult., the wife of Mr Davidson, saddler, of a daughter. On the 7th instant, at Arniman, the wife of Mr James Campbell, mason, of a son.

MARRIAGES

At Edinburgh, on the 3d inst., by the Rev. John Ferguson, Free Church, Symington, the Rev. Robert Ferguson, Free St. David’s Edinburgh, to Elizabeth, third daughter of the late Wm. Black, Esq., Stranraer, and relict of the late Mr James Walker, merchant, Edinburgh. Here, at King Street, on the 10th instant, by the Rev. George Charles, Capt. James M’Credie, Ardrossan, to Elizabeth, daughter of the late Capt. Thomas Hannah, Stranraer. On the 8th instant, at Gillespie, Old Luce, by the Rev. John M’Dowall, Mr James Todd, farmer, Dunure, parish of Maybole, to Miss Anderson, eldest daughter of Mr Anderson, farmer, Gillespie. On the 31st ultimo, at Newton-Stewart, by the Rev. William Reid, U.P. Church, Andrew M’Master, Esq., Sandmill, Stoneykirk, to Mary, second daughter of the late Mr Alexander Gourlay, farmer, Craignarget, Glenluce. On the 8th inst., at Barnbarroch, parish of Kirkinner, by the Rev. James Reid, Mr William Milligan, to Miss Catherine M’Kenzie. On the 4th instant, at Edinburgh, by the Rev. John Hunter, D.D., of the Tron Church, the Rev. John Milligan, A.M., of Twynholm, Kirkcudbrightshire, to Esther Janet, youngest daughter of the late Robert Ferguson of Drum, Dunscore, Dumfries-shire.

DEATHS

On the 6th instant, at Culroach, parish of Inch, aged 49 years, Mr James Caven, farmer there. At Dinvin, Portpatrick, on the 6th inst., Helen M’Niel, infant daughter of Mr John M’Clew. At 48, Bedford Street, Glasgow, on the 3d instant, Christina Shaw, aged 30 years, daughter of Mr James Shaw, auctioneer, Stranraer, and wife of Mr John M’Gaw, sometime farmer in Cardrain. At the village of Kirkinner, on the 3d inst., aged four years, Peter, youngest son of Mr James M’Clumpha. At the village of Kirkinner, on the 3d inst., aged 87 years, Mary M’Whirter, relict of David Cain. At Creebridge, on the 31st ult., Walter Amos, butler to Captain E. H. Maxwell, aged 67 years. Deceased was a much esteemed servant, and had been in the Kirroughtrie family for many years; his death is much regretted. On the 3d instant, at Barrhill, Janet Murchie, wife of Mr Alex. M’Culloch, shoemaker, At Planting-head, Kildonnan, Colmonell, Elizabeth M’Bride, relict of Mr William M’Farlane, aged 72 years. On the 4th curt., at Tongland Manse, after a short but severe illness, Isabella Perrin, second surviving daughter of the Rev. Dugald S. Williamson, minister of Tongland, in the 10th year of her age. On the 23d ult., at Wakerhill, parish of Balmaclellan, Mr Alexander Grierson, aged 75 years, formerly miller, Grennan Mill, Dalry, Kirkcudbrightshire.

17th April 1856 (Week 16)

BIRTHS

At Kenmuir, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 15th inst., the wife of Mr M’Credie, of a son. At Newton-Stewart, on the 3d instant, the wife of Mr Andrew Stewart, gardener, Corsbie, of a son. At Lessnessock, Ochiltree, Ayrshire, on the 11th inst., the wife of Mr Archibald M’Connell, of a son.

MARRIAGES

Here, at Lewis Street, on the 14th inst., by the Rev. Mr Charles, Mr Alex. Wilson, mariner, to Sarah, eldest daughter of Mr John Gracie. On the 1st instant, at Glenwhilley, by the Rev. George Wilson of Glenluce, Mr Jacob Hellon, clothier, Dumfries, to Mary, eldest daughter of the late Mr Francis Moffat, Craigbeck, near Moffat. At Path Cottage, near Newton-Stewart, on the 9th instant, by the Rev. John Walker, Mr George Hamilton, coachman to Mrs Vans Agnew, Corsbie, to Hannah, eldest daughter of Mr William Armstrong, gamekeeper to Lady Maxwell, Kirroughtree. At Newton-Stewart, on the 15th instant, by the Rev. Samuel Richardson, William Auld, Esq., Glasgow, to Isabella Black, daughter of William Dill, Esq., At Creebridge, on the 13th instant, by the Rev Mr Johnston, Minnigaff, Mr Fergus Cochrane, Kirkcudbright, (late of Canada) to Catherine, third daughter of Mr John Robertson, painter. At St. Paul’s York Place, Edinburgh, by the Right Rev. Bishop Terrot, John Bell, Esq., of Hillowton and Dunjop, in the Stewartry of Kirkcudbright, to Jane, eldest daughter of Francis George Souter, Esq. At the freehold seat of the bride’s parents, Victoria Cottage, Collingwood, Melbourne, Australia, on the 2d January last, by the Rev. Mr Hetherington, Thomas Hood Scott, Esq., of the firm of Scott & Wilson, merchants, Collingwood, to Elizabeth, eldest daughter of Samuel Maclure, Esq., late farmer in Culloch, near Newton-Stewart.

DEATHS

Here, at Princes Street, on the 13th instant, Elizabeth, aged 4 years and 5 months, eldest daughter of Mr James Fleming, chemist and druggist. Here, at St. John Street, on the 12th instant, of fever, Mrs Preston; and in the same house, of the same disease, on the 16th instant, Mrs Lennox – both advanced in life. At Tonnochrae, on the 2d instant, John, son of Mr Francis Anderson, aged 12 years. At Drumore, Kirkmaiden, on the 30th of March, Thomas M’Dowall, aged 5 years and 6 weeks, second son of Mr Thomas M’Dowall, tailor. At Newton-Stewart, on the 10th inst., Janet Douglas, relict of George Campbell, Esq., aged 94 years. At Ballochadee, parish of Kirkcowan, on the 7th inst., the infant daughter of Mr Robertson, smith. At Kirkcowan, on the 16th instant, Elizabeth Shaw, advanced in years. At Grange, parish of Penninghame, on the 14th inst., Mr Alex Bailie, aged 75 years. At Glenlair, on the 3d instant, John Clerk Maxwell, Esq., of Middlebie. On the 10th instant, at Gatehouse-of-Fleet, David Murray Kelvie, aged 18, son of Mr David Kelvie, razor- strop manufacturer there. At Manchester, on Tuesday, the 8th inst., Mr Thomas Andrew, draper, formerly of Newton-Stewart, Wigtownshire. At North Elswick Hall, Newcastle-on-Tyne, on the 8th instant, Mrs Henry Milvain.

24th April 1856 (Week 17)

BIRTHS

Here, at Hanover Square, on the 23d inst., the wife of Thomas Dalrymple, Esq., of a son. Here, at London Road, on the 21st inst., the wife of Mr Wallace, wine and spirit merchant, of a son. At Minnigaff Manse, on the 9th inst., the wife of the Rev. M. S. Johnstone, of a daughter. At Grange, parish of Penningham, on the 16th inst., Mrs William M’Meekan, of a still-born daughter. At Newton-Stewart, on the 18th inst., the wife of Mr Clegg, watchmaker, of a son. At Chopwell Woods, near Newcastle-on-Tyne, on the 16th inst., the wife of Mr Wm. Thomson, of a daughter. At Nice, on the 12th instant, the wife of J. R. H. Craufurd, Esq., of Craufurdland, of a daughter.

MARRIAGES

On the 22d inst., at Woodend, Bargaly, by the Rev. James Goold, Mr Alexander Affleck, Coul, to Miss Jane M’Millan On the 23d inst., at Carse of Clary, by the Rev. James Goold, William Pae, draper, York, to Annie, second daughter of Mr John Turnbull, farmer. At 1, Doune Terrace, Edinburgh, on the 17th instant, William Priestley, Esq., M.D., London, to Eliza, daughter of Robert Chambers, Esq., Edinburgh.

DEATHS

At Townhead, Stranraer, on the 22d inst., aged 14 years, after a short illness, Janet, eldest daughter of Mr William Orr. At Kirkland, parish of Inch, on the 25th ult., Mary Jane Rankin, aged 13 years, grand-daughter of Mr Alex. Rankin, residing at Kirkland. At the village of Kirkinner, on the 14th inst., Elizabeth, daughter of William Kelly, aged 20 years. At Newton-Stewart, on the 22d instant, suddenly, Mr William Dill, of Liverpool, advanced in years. At Blackcraig Mines, on the 18th inst., Mr William M’Guffog. At Culpee Cottage, Newton-Stewart, after a short illness, Emily, second daughter of William Potts, Esq., M.D,, aged four years. On the 14th inst., at Garliestown, Mr John Pollock, draper and postmaster, aged 56 years, after a protracted illness, borne with Christian resignation and composure. At Ingleston of Borgue, on the 14th inst., Jane Henry, wife of Mr Adam Gray, farmer there. On the 10th inst., at Castle-Douglas, Alex. Broadfoot, for many years graindealer and miller at Halketleaths and Old Bridge of Urr. At Eddlestone Manse, on the 14th instant, the Rev. Patrick Robertson, D.D., in the 63d year of his age, and the 37th of his ministry.

1st May 1856 (Week 18)

BIRTHS

At 144 Great Hamilton Street, Glasgow, on the 28th ult., the wife of Mr Alexander Hay, of a son. At Alma House, Paris, Canada West, on the 7th ult., Mrs John Kay, of a son. At Gillespie, on the 23d ult., Mrs Anderson, of a still born child. At Crows, Old Luce, on the 27th ult., Mrs M’Clelland, of a son. At Crows, Old Luce, on the 15th ult., Mrs M’Narnie, of a daughter. At Balcarry Gate, Old Luce, on the 16th ult., Mrs Moorehead, of a son. At Heugh Park, Old Luce, on the 17th ult., Mrs M’Gaw, of a son. At Boreland, parish of Kirkcowan, on the 26th ult., Mrs John Stroyan, of a son.

MARRIAGES

At Monreith, on the 24th ult., by the Rev. M.H. Maxwell, Rector of Heddon, Robert Hathorn Johnston Stewart, Esq., of Straiton and Champfleurie, eldest son of Stair H. Stewart, Esq., of Physgill and Glasserton, to Anne Murray Maxwell, second daughter of Sir William Maxwell, Bart. Here, on the 29th ult., by the Rev. W. M. Simpson, David M’Culloch, Esq., Auchness, to Margaret, only daughter of Dr Wilson, Stranraer. At Portpatrick, on the 24th ult., by the Rev. Mr Balmer, Mr James Beggs, mariner, to Margaret, daughter of Mr John M’Carlie, tailor. At Portospittle, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 24th ult., by the Rev. Mr Scrymgeour of the Free Church, Mr Charles Kelly, weaver, to Janet, daughter of Mr John Wallace. On the 20th ult., at Douloch, Kirkcolm, by the Rev. Mr M’Dowall, Charles Watson, ploughman, to Margaret Downs. At Burghs Outon, on the 21st ult., by the Rev. James Fleming, Mr Alex Dalrymple, to Miss AgnesMurray. At Whithorn, on the 29th ult., by the Rev. Christopher Nicholson, Mr John Slimmon, merchant, to Janet, second daughter of Mr David Macredie.

DEATHS

At Cardiff, South Wales, on the 19th ult., Charles Stewart Irving, son of the late Alex. Irving, Stranraer, aged 47 – much and justly regretted by a numerous circle of friends. Here, at Hanover Street, on the 28th ult., William, aged 33 years, third son of the late Mr Porteous, gardener. At Stewarton on the 28th ult., Janet M’Dowall, aged 58 years, wife of Mr Robertson, merchant Friends at a distance will please accept of this intimation. At Portpatrick, on the 29th ult., after a short illness, Miss Janet Ross. At Lochend, on the 24th ult., Robert, eldest son of Mr Robert Kerr, farmer, aged 9 years.

8th May 1856 (Week 19)

BIRTHS

At Grapes Hotel, Whithorn, on the 4th inst., Mrs Robert Dempster, of a son.

MARRIAGES

At Stewarton, Kirkcolm, on the 6th inst., by the Rev. Andrew M’Dowall, Mr Patrick Conley, tailor, to Jane, eldest daughter of Mr Robert Foster. At Portlogan, Kirkmaiden, on the 29th ult, by the Rev. William Williamson, David Muir, to Elizabeth M’Clelland. At Cardryne, Kirkmaiden, on the 29th ult., by the Rev. William Williamson, Mr Peter M’Gaw, farmer, Knowes, to Miss Euphemia M’Gaw. At Low Curghie, Kirkmaiden, on the 29th ult., by the Rev. William Forlong, Mr William Loch, mariner, to Mary Hannay. On 30th April, at Glasgow, by the Rev. P.C. Nicholson, Salford, Roger Kirkpatrick, Esq., of Lagganlees, third son of the late Roger Kirkpatrick, Esq., of Dumfries, to Isabella Margaret, youngest daughter of the late Joseph Kirkpatrick, Esq., of St. Cross, Isle of Wight, and grand-daughter of the late John Kirkpatrick, Esq., formerly of Conheath, Dumfriesshire.

DEATHS

Here, at Trade Street, on the 4th inst., Mr John Aitken, graindealer, aged 68 years – much respected. At Drumore, on the 29th ult, George Stevenson, mariner, aged 30 years. At Newton-Stewart, on the 29th ult., Miss Elizabeth Porter, advanced in years. At Newton-Stewart, on the 2d inst., Mr William Stewart, aged 66 years. At Newton-Stewart, on the 1st inst., Mr James Hurly, mason. At Newton-Stewart, on the 5th inst., after a lingering illness, aged 28 years, Private James Wilson, of the Galloway Rifles Militia. This is the first death which has occurred in the regiment, from disease, since the corps were embodied, and will be buried with military honours on Thursday at two o’clock. At the U.P. Manse, Newton-Stewart, on the 3d inst., aged 3 months, Alexander Dickson Kelly, infant son of the Rev. William Reid. At Ballantrae, on the 4th inst., aged 37 years, Mr Claud Neil, innkeeper-much regretted. At the Academy, Wigtown, on the 27th ultimo, Miss Margaret M’Kie. At Wigtown, on the 28th ult., Miss Jane M’Kie, aged 72 years. On the 22d ult., at Bellevue, Castle-Douglas, Agnes Coupland, wife of James Affleck, Esq., At Cupar-Fife, on the 30th ult., Grace, wife of George H. Pagan, Esq., writer and banker.

15th May 1856 (Week 20)

BIRTHS

Here, at Sun Street, on the 6th inst., the wife of Mr Thomas M’Kay, coach-builder, of a daughter. Here, at Sun Street, on the 13th inst., the wife of Mr John Caird, of a son. At Barrhill, on the 1st inst., the wife of Mr James Agnew, of a daughter. At Barrhill, on the 4th inst., Mrs M’Whinnie, Queen’s Arms Inn, of a son. On the 27th ult., at Crows, Old Luce, Mrs M’Lellan, of a son. On the 29th ult., at Glenluce, Mrs Craig, of a son. At Scrimple, Old Luce, Mrs Davidson, of a son. On the 9th inst., at Kilfillan, Old Luce, Mrs Millar, of a son. On the 9th inst., at Kirkcowen Village, Mrs James M’William, of a daughter. On the 9th inst., at Croshey, parish of Kirkcowen, Mrs John Stewart, of a still-born child. On the 12th inst., at Newton-Stewart, the wife of James Forsyth, Esq., of a daughter. On the 6th inst., at the Bay Horse Inn, Gatehouse-of-Fleet, the wife of Captain Kirkby, of a son. On the 7th inst., at Gatehouse, the wife of Mr James Douglas, saddler and harness maker, of a daughter.

MARRIAGES

At Eldrig Village, parish of Mochrum, on the 9th inst., by the Rev. A. Young, Mr James Erskine, to Mary, eldest daughter of Mr W. Black, millwright.

DEATHS

At Bridgebank, on the 12th inst., of consumption, Mr James M’Kay, coach-builder, aged 33 years. Here, at Hanover Street, on the 13th inst., Mr James Boyle, late flesher, aged 59. At Portslogan, parish of Leswalt, on the 29th ult., aged 7 years, Agnes Gibb, grand-daughter of Mr Ross, farmer there. At East Borland, Old Luce, on the 12th inst., Mary Allan, aged 4 years. At Airyhausen, on the 11th inst., Jessie, infant daughter of Mr William Heron, farmer there. At Kildonnan, on the 8th inst., Mr John M’Clure, aged 85 years. At Poundland, on the 9th inst., Mr James Stroyan, aged 75 years. At Milton, parish of Mochrum, on the 8th inst., after a protracted illness, borne with much Christian patience and resignation, Helen M’Cracken, aged 75 years, relict of Mr William M’Whinnie, farmer there. At Boreland, parish of Kirkinner, on the 7th inst., John Wylie, labourer. At the Village of Kirkinner, on the 8th inst., very suddenly, Mary Martin, advanced in life. At Kirkcudbright, on the 8th inst., Miss Elizabeth Fergusson, in her 80th year. At Kells Manse, on the 7th inst., in her 57th year, Jane, only surviving daughter of the late Rev. John Garlies Maitland, A.M., Minister of Minigaff. On the 1st inst., at Lancaster, aged 91 years, Mr Hugh Alexander, widower, for about fifty years a joiner and cabinetmaker at the Castle. He was a younger brother of the late venerable Rev. William Alexander, Independent minister for nearly sixty years in Prescot, Leigh, and Church town, and who died at Southport two years ago. They were natives of Stoneykirk parish. At Blackcraig Mines, after a lingering illness, on the 9th inst., John Beattie, miner, aged 38 years. At Balaclava, in the Crimea, on the 17th March last, of fever, Sergeant William Wilson, of the 14th Regt., and clerk in the paymaster’s office, fourth son of the late Peter Wilson, flesher and innkeeper, Gatehouse-of- Fleet. On the 6th inst., at Kirkcudbright, in his 3d year, John James Jardine, son of the late Mr David Jardine of Regent Place, Birmingham. At Dumfries, on the 8th inst, John Fraser, Esq., of Douievale, and of the King’s Arms Hotel. On the 8th inst., at Ballantrae, Margaret, aged 14 years, eldest daughter of the late Mr John M’Leod, merchant.

22nd May 1856 (Week 21)

BIRTHS

Here, at Ivy Place Manse, on the 18th instant, Mrs Hogarth, of a son. Here, at Bellevilla House, on the 18th instant, the wife of P. Maclean, Esq., of a son. Here, at Ivy Place, on the 14th instant, the wife of Mr Thompson, tailor, of a son. At Whitefield, Old Luce, on the 17th instant, Mrs M’Culloch, of a daughter. At Balmesh, Old Luce, on the 18th instant, Mrs W. Hood, of a daughter. On the 15th instant, at Wigtown Free Church Manse, Mrs David Carnegie Agnew, of a son. At Wigtown, on the 15th instant, Mrs Gordon Fraser, of a son. At the Loch of the Eldrig, on the 11th instant, Mrs Robert Stanhope, of a daughter.

MARRIAGES

At Isle of Whithorn, on the 20th instant, by the Rev. F. F. Anderson, Mr James Duff, graindealer, to Jane, youngest daughter of the late Captain Hugh M’Queen. At Gatehouse, on the 14th inst., by the Rev. Thomas Johnstone of Anwoth, Mr Thomas M’Knight, house carpenter, Liverpool, to Elizabeth, eldest daughter of Mr Wm. Hay, master of the sloop Carlisle of Maryport.

DEATHS

At High Curghie, Kirkmaiden, on the 10th instant, George M’Bride, Esq., surgeon, aged 54 years – much and deservedly regretted. At Kirklauchline, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 19th instant, aged 81 years, Janet Stevenson, relict of Mr Aitken, farmer there. At Genoch Mains, on the 19th instant, Elizabeth M’Douall, wife of Mr David Muir. At Glenluce, on the 10th inst., Susan Withers, relict of the late Mr M’Gaw. At Whithorn, on the 12th instant, Mary Conning, aged 82, widow of Mr Andrew Gourlay, late farmer in Balnab. At Whithorn, on the 12th curt., of precious memory, Margaret Hannah, aged 79 years, widow of the Rev. John Smith, first pastor of the United Presbyterian Church, Whithorn. At Wigtown, on the 13th inst., Isabella, second daughter of Mr George M’Clelland, farina manufacturer. At Wigtown, on the 11th instant, Elizabeth Coulter, wife of David Cowan, painter. At Knockann, parish of Kirkinner, on the 13th inst., Mr Charles Bryan, advanced in life. At Barrochan, parish of Mochrum, on the 13th inst., of dropsy, Mr William Crawford.

29th May 1856 (Week 22)

BIRTHS

At Rephad, on the 26th inst., the wife of Mr M’Harrie, of a son. Here, at Harbour street, on the 23d curt., Mrs Andrew M’Master, of a daughter. At Rosebank, Newton-Stewart, on the 28th inst., Mrs James B. Dill, of a daughter. At Newton-Stewart, on the 23d inst., the wife of Sergeant-Major James Affleck, of the Galloway Rifles, of a son. At Tobermory, on the 21st inst., the wife of Mr William Sproat, writer, of a son. At Wigtown, on the 25th instant, the wife of Mr Wm. Thomson, ironmonger, of a son.

MARRIAGES

No Marriages

DEATHS

Here, at Harbour Street, on the 27th inst., Mr David Ross, aged 86. Here, at George Street, on the 28th inst., Jane Buyers, relict of Mr Robert Armstrong, merchant, Stranraer, aged 61 years. At Portpatrick, on the 25th inst., after a short illness, aged 38 years, Mr Andrew M’Douall, blacksmith. At Small Moor, parish of Kirkinner, on the 17th inst., Helen Leyburn, aged 80 years, relict of Mr M’Kenna, farmer there. Died, at sea, on the 18th January last, on the passage from Monte Video to Rangoon, Andrew Cumming, chief mate of the “Seal” of Liverpool, a native of Stranraer. At Kirkcudbright, on the 14th instant, Captain Hugh M’Queen, of the Countess of Galloway steamer. At Keltonhill, on the 15th inst., Mr John M’Knight, farmer there, aged 47 years – much respected by a wide circle of friends.

5th June 1856 (Week 23)

BIRTHS

At Newton-Stewart, on the 30th ult., the wife of Mr H.D. Hetherington, chemist, of a son.

MARRIAGES

Here, at Bridge Street, on the 2d instant, by the Rev. Thomas Easton, Mr William Neilson, baker, to Jane Muir, youngest daughter of the late Mr James Muir, Manchester. At Boreland, Old Luce, on the 4th inst., by the Rev. J. M’Dowall, Mr John King, farmer, Back-of-the-Wall, to Miss Jane M’Fadzean. At Orchard, Old Luce, on the 3d inst., by the Rev. J. Pullar, Mr W. M’Ilwrick, farmer, Dunragit Moor, to Miss Jane Coupland. At Airies, Kirkcowan, on the 3d inst., by the Rev. Dr. Charles, Mr John M’Quaker, farmer, Dargoals, Old Luce, to Miss Annie Elliot M’Harg. At Kirkcowan, on the 3d inst., by the Rev. J. Goold, of the Reformed Presbyterian Church, Mr John Brown, teacher, Enoch, Portpatrick, to Miss Sarah Ross. In St. Mary’s Church, Islington, London, on the 31st ult., by the Rev. Dr Wilson, Mr William Alexander Mills, of Stranraer, eldest son of the Rev. Wm. Mills, missionary in the South Seas, to Annie, only daughter of Alexander Williamson, Esq., merchant in London. On the 29th ult., at 10 Rosemount Place, Aberdeen, by the Rev. Andrew Sprott, Archiston, Morayshire, the uncle of the bride, Mr Peter Smith, Kilfearce, near Wexford, Ireland, to Mary, third daughter of the late Rev. John Robb, Tough, Aberdeenshire.

DEATHS

At High Clachan, Kirkcolm, on the 2d inst., Elizabeth M’Credie, wife of Mr John M’Crae, sen., aged 65 years. At Glenluce, on the 29th ult, Elizabeth Martin, aged 2 ½ years. At Glenluce, on the 2d inst., Isabella M’Cartney, aged 18 ½ years. At Eagle Pass, Texas, United States, on the 13th March, 1855, Robert Deans, second son of the late Wm. Paul, Esq., of Edinburgh.

12th June 1856 (Week 24)

BIRTHS

Here, at Fisher Street, on the 11th inst, the wife of Mr William Campbell, of a daughter. At Newton-Stewart, on the 6th inst., the wife of Mr James Neilson, shoemaker, of a daughter. At William Street, Glasgow, on the 9th inst., the wife of Mr Alexander Torrie, of the General Post-Office there, of a daughter.

MARRIAGES

At Waulkmill, Leswalt, on the 8th inst., by the Rev. John J. Roden, Stranraer, Mr John M’Caull, leather merchant, Stranraer, to Catherine Gill, relict of Mr Benjamin Buchanan. Here, at Harbour Street, on the 9th instant, by the Rev. Mr Simpson, Mr Peter Douglas, upholsterer, to Rebecca Hannay, daughter of Mr James Cruickshanks, ship-carpenter. At Rephad North Toll-House, parish of Inch, on the 9th instant, by the Rev. Mr Simpson, Mr Robert Morton, coachbuilder, to Janet; and at sametime and place, Mr James Dunsmore, coachbuilder, to Mary, daughters of Mr James Murray, cabinetmaker, Stranraer. Here, at Thistle street, on the 2d instant, by the Rev. Mr Simpson, Mr John Kerr, to Miss Hannah Rae. At Stoneykirk Free Church Manse, on the 5th inst., by the Rev. R. Scrymgeour, Mr William Airdrie, shoemaker, to Miss Janet Robb. At Whirlpool, parish of Stoneykirk,, on the 5th inst., by the Rev. J. Campbell, Mr William Agnew, of the Cock Inn, Old Luce, to Miss Janet Cassidy. At Barscarrow, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 5th inst., by the Rev. R. Scrymgeour, Mr G. Preston, mariner, to Miss Elizabeth M’Chlery. At Drurylane, Whithorn, on the 9th instant, Mr Alex. M’Creadie, coachman, Glenluce, to Miss Jessie M’Keand. On the 3d inst., at Wellcroft, by the Rev. E.K. Sloan, Sorbie, Mr Alexander Walker, clerk, Creetown, to Agnes Hughan, daughter of Mr James Hughan, farmer, Wellcroft. At Whithorn, on the 3d inst., by the Rev. C. Nicholson, at the residence of James Lawson, Esq., uncle of the bride, Edward Williams, Esq., of Bayswater, Middlesex, to Joanna, youngest daughter of Mr John M’Credie, of Sorbie. At St. John’s, Richmond, on the 3d inst., by the Rev. Mr Sheldon, the Rev. J.M. Sandilands, of Urr, Kirkcudbright, to Rebecca, fourth daughter of the late John Croydon Blair, Esq., of Providence, Essequibo.

DEATHS

At Aird Cottage, parish of Inch, on the 9th inst., Mr Alexander M’Meikan, aged 76 years. At Derry, parish of Mochrum, on the 19th ult., Jessie, daughter of Mr James Anderson, aged six months. At Wigtown, on the 1st inst., Mr Thomas Tait, inspector of poor – much regretted. At Newton-Stewart, of consumption, on the 9th inst., James Stewart, shoemaker, At Elliwhillart, parish of Mochrum, on the 8th inst, of small-pox, aged six years, William, son of Mr William Williamson. At Dunning, on the 26th ult., aged 85, the Rev. Wm. Boag. He was ordained at Castle-Douglas in 1803. At Barlay Bobbin Mill, near Gatehouse, on the 3d inst., Isabella Carter, aged 75 years, widow of the late Alexander M’Minn, wheelwright, Gatehouse.

19th June 1856 (Week 25)

BIRTHS

At Balgreggan, on the 16th inst., Mrs Maitland, of a son. At Wigtown, on the 16th instant, the wife of James M’Lean, Esq., of a daughter. At 46, Glocester Street, Glasgow, on the 8th inst., the wife of Mr John Buchanan, ironmonger, of a daughter.

MARRIAGES

At Manse of Leswalt, on the 16th inst., by the Rev. David Bennet, Mr William Collins, seaman, to Elizabeth Fitzsimmons. At Galdenoch Mill, Leswalt, on the 16th inst., by the Rev. William Smellie, Stranraer, to Mr John Burns (formerly farmer, Larbrax), of Warrensvale, State of Ohio, America, to Jane, second daughter of Mr Adams. At Barmore, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 18th inst., by the Rev. Wm. Smellie, of Stranraer, Mr Thomas Milmine, to Elizabeth, daughter of Mr Alex. Wither, farmer there. At Glenluce, on the 17th instant, by the Rev. Mr M’Dowall, Mr Duncan, spirit merchant, Glasgow to Miss Blain. At Craig, on the 10th inst., by the Rev. Geo. Murray, of Troquhain, minister of parish of Balmaclellan, Charles Johnson, Esq., surgeon, H.E.I.C.S. to Agnes, eldest daughter of the late Archibald Carruthers Esq., of Craig. At Aberdeen, on the 10th inst., by the Rev. Mr Wood, Old Machar, Mr William Farquharson Ross, Dorsincilly, by Ballater, to Catherine, eldest daughter of William Robertson, Hillhead, Blairs. On the 6th inst., by license, at the United Presbyterian Church, Birkenhead, by the Rev. James Towers, Mr Thomas Grierson Robinson, draper, &c. Liverpool, to Jane, Thomson, eldest daughter of John M’Kie, Esq., Westminster Buildings, Birkenhead.

DEATHS

At Kirrouchtree House, on the morning of the 18th inst, Lady Heron Maxwell, in the 80th year of her age. At Kilbreen, parish of Stoneykirk, suddenly, on the 14th inst., Mr Alexander M’Geoch, farmer, aged 75 years. Here, at Castle Street, on the 13th inst., Robert, aged 9 months, son of Mr Thomas Edgar. At Portpatrick, on the 14th inst., Jane M’Kinnell, aged 74 years. At Ballochjargon, on the 14th inst., suddenly, Widow Hyslop, aged 84 years. At Kirkcowan, on the 13th inst, Jess Green, aged 19 years. At Claycroft, parish of Minnigaff, on the 16th inst., Mr John Croan, farmer there. At Newton-Stewart, on the 17th inst., Isabella, only child of Mr Crawford, of the Queen’s Arms Inn, aged 2 years. At Dounan, Ballantrae, on the 15th inst., Robert, infant son of Mr Robert Wright. At Annan, on the 12th inst., Thomas M’Millan, son of Mr Archibald Paton, teacher of dancing, after a few day’s illness. At Creebridge, on the 10th inst., Jessie Hope, eldest daughter of Mrs Richardson, Creebridge.

26th June 1856 (Week 26)

BIRTHS

Here, at London Road, on the 26th inst., Mrs Charles, of a daughter. At Peshawur, Bengal, on the 24th April, Mrs G. J. Dalrymple Hay, of a daughter. Here, at Charlotte Street, on the 22d inst., Mrs Alex. Douglas, of a daughter. At Challoch, Leswalt, on the 24th inst., the wife of Robert Rodie, church officer, of a son. At Newton-Stewart, on the 10th inst., the wife of Colour-Sergeant George Bell, of the Galloway Rifles, of a son.

MARRIAGES

On the 17th inst., at 2, Queen’s Crescent, Glasgow, by the Rev. Dr. Robson, the Rev. George D. Mathews, United Presbyterian Church, Stranraer, to Maria Fletcher, daughter of the late James Irvine, Esq., Dublin. At Haddington, on the 19th inst., by the Rev. Mr Wright, of Free St. John’s, the Rev. John Stevenson, of the United Presbyterian Church, Wigtown, to Eliza, second daughter of James Gibson, Esquire, banker. Here, at Hillhead on the 23d inst., by the Rev. Geo. Sherwood, Mr John Morland, clothier, to Agnes, youngest daughter of Mr Andrew M’Crackan, Hillhead. At Kildonnan, parish of Stoneykirk, by the Rev. R. Hogarth, United Presbyterian Church, Stranraer, Mr James Main, ship-builder in Partick, to Margaret, eldest daughter of Mr Alexander Milvain, farmer Kildonnan. At Ravenstone, Sorbie, on the 24th inst., by the Rev. Mr Blair of the Free Church, James Heron, Esq., graindealer, Stairhaven, to Jane, third daughter of the late Mr M’Cormick, farmer there. At Larbrax, Leswalt, on the 17th inst., by the Rev. David Bennet, Mr John M’Caw, shoemaker, to Miss Margaret M’Kie. On the 17th inst., at Dumfries, by the Rev. Dr. Wallace of St. Michael’s, William Craig, Esq., banker and writer in Castle-Douglas, to Isabella, daughter of the late Robt. Primrose, Esq., of Carses of Æ. At Bonnington, on the 17th inst., Robert Ewart, Esq., Borgue House, Kirkcudbright, of Margaret Jane, eldest daughter of William Dalgliesh, Esq., M.D., Masham, Yorkshire.

DEATHS

Here, at George Street, on the 25th inst., George King, Esq., of the Commercial Hotel. Here, at St. Andrew Street, on the 25th inst., Mrs Aird, aged 75 years. At Meikle Galdenoch, Leswalt, on the 18th inst., Mary Malone – a native of Ireland. At Spirrie, Leswalt, on the 18th inst., Jean Gibson, aged 28 years, wife of Archibald M’Harg, farm-servant. At Ben Rhydding, Yorkshire, on the 16th inst., Jane, wife of Robert M’Knight, Esq., of Barlochan. At Langholme Manse, on the 17th inst., the Rev. W. B. Shaw. At Laurieston, Balmaghie, much respected, on the 20th instant, Mr David Bean, aged 64. At High Barcaple, Tongland, on the 29th ult., Margaret Kirk, aged 21 years, daughter of Mr Robert Kirk, Carnavel, Carsphairn.

OBITUARY

DEATH OF GEORGE KING, ESQ. – We are sorry to record in our obituary to-day the death of Mr King, of the Commercial Hotel here, at the age of 52 years. He died calmly and peaceably last night at half-past eight o’clock. He for some time back has been afflicted with an asthmatic complaint, and lately suffered the rupture of one of the blood vessels. At last Municipal election here Mr King was chosen one of the Town Council, and was much respected by all classes.

3rd July 1856 (Week 27)

BIRTHS

At Cairnryan, on the 25th ult., Mrs Thomas Trainer, of a daughter. At Freeland, Erskine, on the 30th ult., the wife of James Stewart, Esq., of a son.

MARRIGES

Here, at Millhill Street, on the 30th ult., by the Rev. William Smellie, Mr Robert Wilson, baker, to Jane M’Kie, At Leswalt schoolhouse, on the 30th ult., by the Rev. David Bennet, minister of Leswalt, Mr James A. Sprott, Barbeth, to Janet, daughter of Mr Main. At Airylick, parish of Mochrum, on the 26th ult., by the Rev. James Reid, Mr William Routledge, Old Mill, to Jane, youngest daughter of Mr William Brown, farmer there.

DEATHS

At Wigtown, on the 33d ult., Peter Shaw, aged 75 years, one of the few remaining veterans who fought with Nelson at Trafalgar and the Nile, in the Temarara, next ship to the Victory at Trafalgar, where England’s greatest naval hero fell. At Culfad, parish of Kirkinner, on the 28th ult., very suddenly, aged 11 years, Margaret, second daughter of Mr James Jear.

10th July 1856 (Week 28)

BIRTHS

At Balgown, parish of Kirkmaiden, on the 3d inst., Mrs S. Matthews, of a daughter. At Balgown, Kirkcolm, on the 4th inst, the wife of Mr Hugh Clarke, of a daughter. At Newton-Stewart, on the 4th inst., Mrs William Finningham, of a son. At Newton-Stewart, on the 4th inst., the wife of Mr John Heron, shoemaker, of a son. At Castle-Douglas, on the 3d instant, the wife of the Rev. William Symington, of a daughter. At Milton, Old Luce, on the 11th ult., Mrs M’Dowall, of a son. At Grayhill, Old Luce, on the 15th ult., Mrs Miller, of a son. At Ballochjargon, Old Luce, on the 21st ult., Mrs Hannah, of a daughter. At Glenluce, on the 22d ult., Mrs Brodie, of a daughter.

MARRIAGES

At Salchrie, Kirkcolm, on the 7th inst., by the Rev. Mr Bennett, Mr James M’Meikan, grain-dealer, to Mary Jane, 2d youngest daughter of Mr James M’Harg, Stranraer. At St. Michael’s Church, Liverpool, on the 29th ult., Captain M’Dowall, of the brig Dorris, to Helen, eldest daughter of Captain William Kinner, Isle of Whithorn. At Cluden, near Dumfries, on the 1st inst., by the Rev. Julius Wood, D.D. Free Church, Dumfries, Alex. Waugh, Esq., National Bank, Edinburgh, to Mary Crawford, eldest daughter of Andrew Mackinnell, Esq. At Auldbreck, parish of Whithorn, on the 24th ult., by the Rev. F.F. Anderson, of the Free Church, Mr Matthew Irvine, Portyerrock, to Miss Agnes Coskrie.

DEATHS

Here, at Castle Street, on the 9th inst., aged 42 years, Mr Peter Murdoch, grain-dealer. At Several, Kirkmaiden, on the 2d inst., Mr Alexander M’Gaw, farmer, aged 33 years – deeply regretted. At Stannock, parish of Whithorn, at the advanced age of 87, John Gourlay, farmer there. Deceased was the sole survivor of a generation which, in this neighbourhood, has now passed away. At the Manse of Parton, on the 1st instant, the Rev. Thomas Leckie, minister of the parish. At Wigtown, on the 3d inst., Mary Minnoch, aged 96 years – the oldest woman in town. At Glenluce, on the 26th ult., Mrs Hughes, of dropsy, aged 35 years. At Glenluce, on the 4th inst., Jane Milligan, second daughter of Mr Milligan, spirit merchant, after suffering long and enduring patiently – in her 18th year.

17th July 1856 (Week 29)

BIRTHS

Here, at Millhill Street, on the 10th inst., the wife of Mr John James, tanner, of a daughter. At Newton-Stewart, on the 15th inst., the wife of Mr Joseph M’Deade, of a son. At Castle-Douglas, on the 3d inst., Mrs Laidlaw, of a daughter.

MARRIAGES

Here, at King Street, on the 15th inst., by the Rev. James Smellie, Mr James Campbell, cabinetmaker, to Elizabeth, second daughter of the late Mr George Kerr. At Low Glenling, parish of Mochrum, on the 15th inst., by the Rev. James Reid, Mr James Livingston, to Janet, second daughter of Mr W. Bradshaw, farmer there. At High Culmalzie, parish of Kirkinner, on the 15th inst., by the Rev. James Reid, Mr Alex Irvine, to Miss Mary Irvine. At Borland, Old Luce, on the 16th inst., by the Rev. Mr Wilson, Mr Alex Adair, Jun., miller, Bridge Mill, to Miss Lambie.

DEATHS

At Knockville, Penningham, on the 10th inst., Mr John M’Geoch, farmer, aged 83 years. At Knowe village, on the 10th inst., Mary M’Keand, wife of Mr James Charters, blacksmith there. At Newton-Stewart, on the 12th inst., after a long illness, borne with Christian patience and resignation, Mrs Paterson, aged 82 years. Deceased was for many years postmistress of this town, and was universally respected by all who had the honour of her acquaintance.

24th July 1856 (Week 30)

BIRTHS

At Laggan, parish of Kirkcolm, on the 21st inst., the wife of Mr William Galbraith, of a daughter. At Dirnow, parish of Kirkcowan, on the 19th inst., the wife of Mr M’Mecking, of a son.

MARRIAGES

Here, at South Strand Street, on the 22d inst., by the Rev. Mr Charles, Mr Thomas Sproat, tailor, to Jessie, third daughter of Mr John Malcolm, mason. At Kirkcowan, on the 21st inst., by the Rev. Dr Charles, Mr James Lyburn, joiner, Glasgow, to Margaret Cutcheon, daughter of Mr David M’Gill, postmaster there. At Newton-Stewart, on the 22d inst., by the Rev. Samuel Richardson, Mr Charles Fergusson, currier, to Ann, eldest daughter of Mr John M’Clelland. At Wigtown, on the 22d inst., by the Rev. John Stevenson, of the U.P. Church, Mr Alex M’Lelland, steward of the steamer “Ayrshire Lass,” to Elizabeth, fourth daughter of Mr John Dally, shoemaker.

DEATHS

Suddenly, at London Road, here, on the 18th instant, George, aged six weeks, third son of Mr George Rew, grocer. At Freeland, by Glasgow, on the 20th instant, James, infant son of James Stewart, Esq. At Low Culmalzie, parish of Kirkinner, on the 16th inst., aged 9 years, after a short but severe illness, David, second son of Mr Alex. M’Kenna, farmer there. At Aux Cayes, Haiti, on the 13th May last, John Thomson, and at same place, on the 29th of that month, Murray Thomson, sons of C.W.D. Thomson, Esq., lately residing at Machermore, near Newton-Stewart. At Carseminnoch, parish of Minnigaff, on the 21st inst, Jane Waddel, aged six years, seventh daughter of Mr John Moore, farmer. At sea, on the 14th April last, of dysentery, on board the ship “Isle of France,” off the Cape of Good Hope, John aged 23 years, eldest son of Mr William Story, Stranraer.

31st July 1856 (Week 31)

BIRTHS

Here, at Harbour Street, on the 30th inst., the wife of Mr Morland, gas-manager, of a son. At Meikle Larbrax, Leswalt, on the 30th inst., the wife of Mr James M’William, of a daughter. At Newton-Stewart, on the 28th inst., the wife of Mr William Harding, of a son. At Bogue, Dalry, on the 23d inst., Mrs Barbour, of a son. At Rhonehouse, on the 20th inst., the wife of Mr Adam Kennan, of a son.

MARRIAGES

At Clanyard, Kirkmaiden, on the 24th inst., by the Rev. Mr Williamson, James Galloway, to Agnes O’Hare. At Castle-Douglas, on the 22d instant, by the Rev. George Brown, William Forrest, Esq., engineer, Glasgow, to Margaret, second daughter of Mr Hugh Gordon.

DEATHS

At North Strand Street here, on the 28th instant, Mr Robert Wither, late farmer in Twomark, advanced in years. Here, at George Street, on the 26th inst., Mr Samuel Thomson, sen., wool-carder, advanced in years – much respected by all who knew him. At Sandmill, parish of Inch, on the 24th inst., aged 40 years, Mr Hugh Dalrymple, farmer there. At Blair, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 28th inst., John aged 34 years, third son of Mr Ewing, farmer there. At Manchester, on the 22d instant, aged 19 years, Anthony, third son of Mr Hugh Skimming, farmer, Kirkvennie, parish of Wigtown – much regretted more especially by his parents and friends. At Elrig Village, lately, Mr John M’Clelland, advanced in life. At Newton-Stewart, on the 28th instant, Mr John Mitchell, nurseryman, advanced in years. At Howell, Kirkcudbright, on the 22d inst., Charlotte, youngest daughter of the late John Tennant, Esq., of Creoch, and relict of Alexander Tennant, Esq., Glasgow. At his residence, Townhead, Rochdale, on the 20th inst., Mr Robert Henry, formerly of Kiltron, Gatehouse, aged 76. At Read’s Creek, Ovens, Melbourne, on the 22d April last of Consumption, Mr Hugh Martin, late farmer in High Drumore, Kirkmaiden.

7th August 1856 (Week 32)

BIRTHS

Here, at George Street, on the 7th inst., the wife of Mr Neven Cluckie, draper, of a son. At Balakmurray, on the 4th inst., Hrs [sic] Gilbert Rowan of a son. At Holtfittes, on the 4th inst., the wife of Mr James Wilson, of a daughter. At Western Bank House, Gatehouse-of Fleet, on the 31st ult., Mrs Sutherland, of a daughter. At Murray Arms Inn, Gatehouse, on the 3d inst., Mrs Foster, of a son.

MARRIAGES

At Cardoness House, on the 29th ult., by the Rev. T. Johnstone of Anwoth, Thomas Gordon M’Quie, woodforester, Eton Hall, Cheshire, to Clare, second daughter of the late Thomas Hamilton, Cardoness, the bride was given away by the venerable baronet of Cardoness.

DEATHS

At Clendrie, Inch, on the 1st inst., William, third son of John McBryde, Esq., Plymouth. At Knock-and-Maize, parish of Leswalt , on the 5th instant, Mr James Cowan, late farmer in Enoch, advanced in years. At Isle of Whithorn, on the 23d ult., Mary Livingston, wife of Mr Peter Black, at the advanced age of 76, At Cheltenham on the 24th ult., Harriet Sarah, eldest daughter of Major-General Clark Kennedy, C.B. and K.H., of Knockgray. At Plantation, Anna Regina, Essequibo, Br. Guiana, on the 27th June last, of yellow fever, Mr John Sproat, Furbur, Castle-Douglas, aged 23 years – deeply regretted by a large circle of friends. On the 4th inst., suddenly, at Corsbie, Newton-Stewart, in the prime of life, Mr James Milligan. On the 5th inst, at Knowe, parish of Penninghame, Agnes M’Nairn, sister of Wm. M’Nairn, Esq., of Knowe, advanced in years.

14th August 1856 (Week 33)

BIRTHS

At Greenvale Street, on the 11th current, the wife of Mr James Mavor, of a son. At Little Larbrax, Leswalt, on the 8th instant, Mrs Charles Kerr, of a son. At Borland, Old Luce, on the 28th ult., Mrs Adair, of a daughter. At Borland, Old Luce, on the 4th instant, Mrs Duff, of a daughter. At Broompark, Old Luce, on the 4th instant, Mrs Thompson, of a daughter. At Glenluce, on the 7th inst., Mrs Cumming, of a son. At Knock, Old Luce, on the 9th inst., Mrs M’Lelland, of a daughter. At Kirkcowan, on the 10th instant, the wife of Mr M’Dowall, merchant, of a son. At Craigdarroch, on the 3d inst., the wife of Robert Cutlar Fergusson, Esq., of Craigdarroch and Orroland, or a son. At Kirkconnell, on the 8th instant, Mrs Maxwell Witham, of a son. At the Bank of Scotland, Castle-Douglas, on the 8th inst., Mrs Andrew Milligan, of a daughter. At Kirkcudbright, on the 6th instant, the wife of Mr Adam Muir, ironmonger, of a son.

MARRIAGES

At Leswalt Manse, on the 12th inst., by the Rev. D. Bennet, Mr Henry Loughran, to Miss Agnes Carter. At Glenluce, on the 7th inst., by the Rev. John M’Dowall, Mr John Baird, to Miss Prentice. At Kirkcowan, on the 11th inst., by the Rev. Dr. Charles, Mr John Johnson, teacher, Drummalloch, to Miss Mary M’Ewing. At Annfield, on the 5th instant, by the Rev. Cornelius Giffin, of Dailly, the Rev. James Sommerville, of Irvine, to Mary, daughter of Thomas Campbell, Esq., of Killyleoch, Provost of Irvine.

DEATHS

On the 31st ult., at 29 Gordon Street, Gordon Square, London, aged 30, Charles Mitchell Charles, Esq., son of Robert Charles, Esq., of Taviton Street. At Whitepark, parish of Inch, on the 9th instant, Mr James M’Miking, auctioneer, Glenluce, aged 62 years. At Rephad Parks, Stranraer, on the 10th inst., after a protracted illness, Mr Samuel Devoy, aged 45 years. Suddenly on the 6th inst., at Liverpool, Mr William Aitken, shipmaster, Stranraer – much regretted. At Drumlae, on the 6th inst., Mr James M’Blain, farmer there, aged 86 years. At Delhi, on the 17th June, aged 28, Katherine Margaret, wife of Elliot Voyle Davies, Esq., M.D., H.E.I.C.S. and eldest daughter of the Rev. James Maitland D.D., minister of Kells.

21st August 1856 (Week 34)

BIRTHS

At Newton-Stewart, on the 19th inst., the wife of Mr John Findlay, baker, of a son. At Whitehaven, on the 2d inst., the wife of William Smith, Esq., Whitehaven Herald, of a son.

MARRIAGES

At Sheriffston, Morayshire, on the 14th inst., by the Rev. John Walker, of St. Andrews, Godfrey Bosville Macdonald, youngest son of the late Henry Dundas Beatson, Esq., Commander H.M. cruiser “Swift,” to Margaret Eliza Sophia, only daughter of the late James M’William, Esq., Jamaica. At the Manse of Kirkmabreck, Kirkcudbrightshire, on the 13th inst., by the Rev. John Muir, uncle of the bride, William Rennie, Esq., London, to Gloriana Pearson, 3d daughter of the late William Finlayson, Esq. At St. John’s Episcopal Church, Edinburgh, on the 14th inst., by the Rev. Arthur Isham, uncle of the bride, Thomas Walton Campbell, Esq., of Walton Park, Stewartry of Kirkcudbright, to Georgina Helen, second daughter of Anthony Murray, Esq., of Dollerie, county of Perth. At Sandhead, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 19th inst., by the Rev. J. Campbell, Mr Alex. Cosh, shoemaker, Drumore, to Miss Ann Setwart [sic]. Here, at St. John Street, on the 19th inst., by the Rev. James Stewart, of Sheuchan, Mr William Rae, to Miss Helen Blane.

DEATHS

Suddenly, near Creebridge, on the 18th inst., Mr Richard William, mines agent, advanced in years. Suddenly, at Gorbals, Newton-Stewart, on the 19th inst., Mrs James M’Jannet. At Adelaide, South Australia, on the 21st of April last, the Rev., James Macgowan, eldest son of the late Rev. Alex. Macgowan, of Dalry. On the 7th inst., at the Free Church Manse, Penpont, the Rev. Robert Crawford, aged 57 years, after a lingering illness. At Dildawn, Castle-Douglas, on the 4th inst., in the 90th year of her age, Mrs Cowan. At Barr, on the 12th inst., John Gibson, Esq., merchant, Girvan.

28th August 1856 (Week 35)

BIRTHS

At Craigie Terrace, Wallacetown, Ayr, on the 21st inst., the wife of the Rev. Henry Gibson, of a daughter.

MARRIAGES

Here, at Agnew Crescent, on the 24th inst., by the Rev. Mr Sherwood, of Sheuchan Free Church, Captain James M’Credie, to Margaret, daughter of the late William McCrae.

DEATHS

Near Stranraer, on the 22d instant, Alexander M’Millan, aged 29 years, eldest son of Mr W. McMillan, merchant, New Luce. At Newton-Stewart, on the 22d inst., William, second son of Mr John Wilson, coachman to Henry Stuart, Esq., aged seven years and nine months. At Dinnance, parish of Whithorn, on the 23d inst., Mr John Gourlay, aged 51 years. At Whithorn, on the 22d inst., Mr James Crackan. Suddenly at Whithorn, on the 26th inst, Mr David Turner. At Richmond, Virginia, on the 17th July, Jane Robb, eldest daughter of Mr John Findlay, baker, Newton- Stewart, aged 19 years.

4th September 1856 (Week 36)

BIRTHS

Here, at Lewis Street, on the 30th ult., the wife of the Rev. James Smellie, of a son. At Wigtown, on the 1st inst., Mrs George Carson, Queen’s Arms Inn, of a daughter. At Oakley House, Kirkcudbright, on the 25th ultimo, Mrs John Shand, of a daughter. At Drungans, Rerrick, on the 17th ult., Mrs Ritchardson, of a son.

MARRIAGES

By special licence, at Monkwearmouth Church, Sunderland, on the 26th ultimo, by the Rev. Benjamin Kennicott, Mr William H. Hughan, of Bishopwearmouth, eldest son of Mr Hughan, of Cults, Wigtownshire, to Lizzie, youngest daughter of Mr John Ewart, of Monkwearmouth. At Castle-Douglas, on the 19th ult., by the Rev. G. Brown, Mr William Law, watchmaker, Kirkcudbright, to Wilhelmina-Margaret Pearson, fourth daughter of Mr Pearson, seedsman there.

DEATHS

Here, at Agnew Crescent, on the 4th inst., Mr Peter Campbell, watchmaker. At Portpatrick, suddenly, on the 2d inst., aged 56 years, Ann Cumming, wife of Mr John Whirk, carrier. At Drumore, Kirkmaiden, on the 31st ult., Thomas Todd, Esq., merchant there. At Rockville, Borgue, on the 28th ult., Dr. John Sproat, third son of the late Thomas Sproat, Esq., Brighouse.

11 September 1856 (Week 37)

BIRTHS

At Princes Street, here, on the 4th inst., the wife of Mr Pringle, artist, of a son. At Hillhead, on the 7th inst., the wife of Mr John Gray, joiner, of a daughter. At Inch F.C. Schoolhouse, on the 3d instant, Mrs Finlayson, of a daughter. At Challoch-hill, parish of Portpatrick, on the 3d inst., Mrs Ross, of a son. At Crailoch, parish of Portpatrick, on the 3d inst., Mrs Alexander, of a son. At Barwhinnoch, parish of Colmonell, on the 8th inst., the wife of Mr David Gibson, of a son. At Blackcraig, the wife of Mr Peter Smith, of a son. At North Balfern, on the 3d instant, the wife of J. M’Clelland, Esq., of a daughter. At Wigtown, on the 6th instant, the wife of Bailie Graham, of a daughter. At Liverpool, on the 24th ult., the wife of W. Maxwell, Esq., of a son.

MARRIAGES

At Ballantrae, on the 8th inst., by the Rev. Mr Milroy, Mr John Currie, seaman, to Miss Helen Brown. At Gatehouse-of-Fleet, on the 4th inst., by the Rev. H. Morton Jack, Mr John Thomson, parochial school- master, &c of Girthon, to Jessie, daughter of the late Mr Bain, ironmonger there.

DEATHS

Here, at Hanover Street, on the 9th inst., aged 5 years and 7 months, James, son of Mr John Maclure, Buck’s Head Inn. At Portpatrick, on the 4th inst., Janet M’Millan, wife of the late Mr Andrew M’Dowall, blacksmith there. At Portpatrick, on the 6th inst., after a long and lingering illness, borne with great patience and Christian fortitude, Miss Elizabeth M’Crae, draper and grocer there – much lamented by a great number of friends and acquaintances – aged 65 years. At Portpatrick, on the 9th inst, after a long and protracted illness, Mrs Johnston, advanced in years. At Threave, parish of Penninghame, on the 5th inst., E. M’Harg, wife of Mr Givin, farmer there. At Mertonhall, on the 8th inst., John, youngest son of Mr Wylie, formerly of Corwar. At Kirkinner School, on the 2d inst., aged 45 years, after a short but very severe illness, Isabella Black, wife of Mr W. Lewis, schoolmaster there. At Kirkland, parish of Kirkinner, on the 2d instant, Helen Hannay, aged 48 years, wife of Mr M’Culloch, farmer there.

18 September 1856 (Week 38)

BIRTHS

At Lodge, Girvan, on the 5th instant, the wife of the Rev. P.H. Waddell, of a son. At Strawberry Place, Newcastle-on-Tyne, on the 6th instant, Mrs M’Keand, of a daughter.

MARRIAGES

At Gillespie, on the 4th instant, by the Rev. Mr M’Dowall, Andrew Wallace, Esq., Airies, Kirkcolm, to Jane, second daughter of J. Anderson, Esq., Gillespie, Old Luce. At Portpatrick, on the 12th instant, by the Rev. A. Urquhart, Free Church, Mr James Moore, merchant, Saltcoats, to Miss Barbara Milmine, eldest daughter of John Milmine, Esq., late merchant there. At Barsalloch, on the 26th ult., by the Rev. A. Young, Mr John Menzies, of Merthyr Tydvil, Glamorganshire, to Mary, eldest daughter of Mr M’Janet, farmer there. At Gatehouse-of-Fleet, on the 4th instant, by the Rev. H.M. Jack, Mr John Thomson, parochial schoolmaster, Girthon, to Jessie, daughter of the late Mr Bain, ironmonger there. On the 2d instant, by the Rev. Thomas Stevenson of Balmaghie, Robert Hyslop, Esq., farmer, Croachs, to Margaret, eldest daughter of the late Mr John M’Conchie, Glenlochar, Balmaghie. On the 9th instant, at Highbury Chapel, Bristol, by the Rev. John Jack, John, youngest son of the late Mr John Sinclair, Trochie House, New-Galloway, to Mary Jane, only child of Wm. Sadler, Esq., Redland Park, Bristol.

DEATHS

Here, at Charlotte Street, on the 14th instant, John, aged 19 years, second son of the late Mr James Espie, merchant. Here, at Agnew Crescent, on the 15th instant, Ann Jane, aged 17 years, second daughter of Mr A. M’Crackan, baker. She was beloved by her friends, and her death is deeply regretted by all who knew here, and especially by lovers of music. Here, at George Street, on the 15th instant, Mary M’Meekan, daughter of Mr H. M’Dowall, builder, aged 15 years. At Stroquhan House, on the 11th instant, Francis Johnstone Wilson, Esq., of Stroquhan. At Whithorn, on the 8th instant, Mary M’Gaa, wife of Mr Alex. Blair, formerly one of the bailies of the burgh. At Liverpool, very suddenly, on the 5th instant, Mr Alexander Geory, cabinetmaker, a native of Wigtown. On the 1st instant, at Market Place, Wigan, Johanna Hyslop, aged 12 months, daughter of Mr John C. Hyslop, draper.

25th September 1856 (Week 39)

BIRTHS

At Aldons, parish of Colmonell, on the 9th instant, Mrs Wm. Martin, of a daughter. At Aldons, parish of Colmonell, on the 9th instant, Mrs Wm. Riddle, of a son. At Barwinnoch, parish of Colmonell, on the 8th inst., the wife of Mr David Gibson, of a son. On the 17th inst., at Kirkcudbright, the wife of Will. Johnstone, M.D., of a son. At Moniaive, on the 19th curt., the wife of William Hunter, wool merchant, of a son.

MARRIAGES

At the Commercial Hotel, Kirkcudbright, on the 9th instant, by the Rev. J. M’Millan, Mr Alexander Candlish, London, to Anna Jane Niven, second daughter of the late Mr David Kissock, Kirkcudbright.

DEATHS

At Agnew Crescent here, on the 23d inst., aged 8 years, Walter, son of Captain Lyburn, of the brig Hero of Ardrossan. Friends are requested to accept this intimation. At Robert Street, Manchester, on the 21st inst., after a protracted and painful illness, borne with Christian resignation, Mr Niven Brown, draper, aged 32 years. Mr Brown spent the principal portion of his early days in Kirkcolm and Stranraer, where he was much respected by all who had the pleasure of his acquaintance. At Inch Parks, on the 19th inst., of brain fever, aged 10 years, Margaret, second daughter of Mr David Muir. At Girvan, on the 13th instant, Mr Thomas Scott, hosier, aged 79 years. At Newton-Stewart, on the 9th instant, Mr David Henderson, aged 29 years, head clerk in the firm of Messrs A. &. A. M’George, writers, Glasgow. At Clauchrey, Kirkinner, on the 16th instant, Annie M’Culloch, aged 12 years. At Castle-Douglas, on the 7th inst, Mr James Clark, baker.

2nd October 1856 (Week 40)

BIRTHS

At Colmonell Manse, on the 30th ult., Mrs Dill, of a daughter. At Newton-Stewart, on the 25th ult., the wife of Mr Walter M’Ewen, of a daughter. At Wigtown, on the 26th ult., Mrs James M’Naught, of a son. At Little park, parish of Minnigaff, on the 26th ult., the wife of Mr Fergus Williamson, farmer there, of a son. At Carnweil, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 28th ult., Mrs Todd, of a daughter.

MARRIAGES

At Cairnryan, on the 19th ult., by the Rev. Mr Jamieson, Free Church, Mr Diamond, police officer, Cairnryan, to Helen, third daughter of the late Mr Cairns, tailor there. At Gatehouse-of-Fleet, on the 23d ult., by the Rev. H. Morton Jack of Girthon, Mr John R. Thomas, Llangaffo, Anglesea, to Agnes Murray, youngest daughter of the late Provost Credie of Gatehouse.

DEATHS

At Lochans Angle, on the 23d ult., Mr James M’Kelvie, crofter, aged 64 years. At Barnshangan, New Luce, upon the 30th ult., Jean Tait, relict of Mr Peter Cowan, farmer, Balmurrie. At Awhirk, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 1st instant, Jane, aged 5 years, second daughter of Mr Wither, farmer there. At Newton-Stewart, on the 30th ult., Mr Wm. Martin, eldest surviving son of the late Mr Martin, parochial schoolmaster of Penningham.

9th October 1856 (Week 41)

BIRTHS

At Mid Glenstockadale, on the 3d inst., the wife of Mr John Ross, of a son. At Castle-Douglas, on the 3d inst., Mrs W. Affleck, of a son.

MARRIAGES

No Marriages

DEATHS

Here, at Queen Street, on the 8th inst., Mary aged 3 years, daughter of Mr James M’Robert. At 46 Gloucester Street, Glasgow, on the 2d inst., aged 5 years, Elizabeth Cullen, third daughter of Mr John Buchanan, tinsmith. At Milldriggan, parish of Kirkinner, on the 3d inst., Mary M’Graw, wife of Mr Grierson, miller.

16th October 1856 (Week 42)

BIRTHS

At Schoolhouse, Kirkcolm, on the 6th instant, Mrs Archibald M’Kinney, of a daughter. At Chapman, parish of Kirkinner, on the 10th inst., Mrs John Fergusson, of a daughter.

MARRIAGES

At Portpatrick, on the 9th instant, by the Rev. Wm. Smellie, Stranraer, Mr David Young, warrener at Culhorn, to Miss Elizabeth Milnay, dressmaker. At Marchfarm Village, parish of Kirkinner, on the 7th inst., by the Rev. James Reid, Mr John Thomson, to Miss Barbara Kenna. At Kirkinner, on the 10th inst., by the Rev. James Reid, Mr Melone, to Miss E. Robb. At Old Minnigaff, on the 14th inst., by the Rev. Mr Reid, Mr John Kennedy, baker, to Miss Weir. At Casdoughan, parish of Mochrum, on the 9th inst., by the Rev. A. Young, Peter Crony, to Mary Melven. At the Village of Kirkinner, on the 13th inst., by the Rev. James Reid, R. Dalrymple to Helen Melone.

DEATHS

At Wigtown, on the 2d inst., Mrs Bailie Fraser, aged 63 – much regretted.

23rd October 1856 (Week 43)

BIRTHS

At Barnbarroch, on the 20th inst., the wife of Robert Vans Agnew, Esq., of Barnbarroch and Sheuchan, of a son and heir. At Culmalzie, parish of Kirkcowan, on the 16th inst., Mrs John Dunbar, of a daughter.

MARRIAGES

Here, on the 21st inst., by the Rev. Robert Hogarth, Mr James Cooper, draper, Manchester, to Agnes, second daughter of Mr P. Walker, stationer and coal merchant. On the 16th instant, at Christ Church, Southport, Lancashire, by the Rev. B. S. Clarke, M.A., Patrick Campbell, Esq., of the Oriental Bank, China, to Annie Montgomerie, only daughter of the late Matthew Boyd Kerr, Esq., of Penang. Here, at Hanover Street, on the 20th inst., by the Rev. Robert Hogarth, Mr Edward George Windor, Kendal, to Isabella, eldest daughter of the late Mr James Boyle, flesher.

DEATHS

Here, at South Strand Street, on the 21st instant, Christina, aged 21 years, youngest daughter of the late Mr Alexander Morland, shoemaker. At Drumore, parish of Kirkmaiden, on the 16th inst., Alexander M’Gaw, Esq., merchant, aged 58 years – much and justly regretted. At Gas, parish of Kirkcowan, on the 15th inst., after a protracted illness, borne with much Christian patience and resignation, Helen M’Cormick, aged 78 years, relict of Mr Hannay, formerly farmer there.

30th October 1856 (Week 44)

BIRTHS

At Bridge of Aird, Inch, on the 26th inst., the wife of Mr Alex Hutchison, of a son. At Mains of Penninghame, on the 28th inst., the wife of Mr William Hannah, of a son. At Lower Drumlamford, on the 21st inst., the wife of Mr John Gardner, jun., of a daughter. At St. Austell, Cornwall, on the 16th inst., Mrs Peter Thomson, draper and tea dealer, of a son. At 89 Islington, Liverpool, on the 22d inst., the wife of Mr J.T. Hammond, draper, of a son.

MARRIAGES

At Barsalloch, Mochrum, on the 28th inst., by the Rev. Samuel Blair, Free Church, Sorbie, Mr William W. Dormon, Deerpark, Inch, to Mary, eldest daughter of the late Charles Anderson, Esq., Forrest, Kirkinner. On the 12th August, at Christ’s Church, Mussoorie, by the Rev. H. Tuson, M.A., chaplain, Lieutenant J.W. Hoggan, 45th Regiment N.I., third son of Major-General Hoggan, C.B., of Stranfasket, Galloway, H.E.I.C.S., to Catherine, only daughter of the late Captain J. Long 40th Regiment N.I.

DEATHS

At Dowlach, parish of Kirkcolm, on the 24th instant, Mr James Ronald, aged 27 years, teacher, Portlogan, Kirkmaiden. At Castle-Kennedy, on the 21st instant, Jessie Lee, grand-daughter of Mr Andrew Hall, Castle-Kennedy. At Gass, parish of Kirkcowan, on the 15th inst., Mrs Hannay, aged 78 years. At Kirkcowan, on the 16th inst., Janet Dinlevie, aged three years. At Wigtown, on the 24th inst., Jane, daughter of Mr James M’Knaught, painter. At Wigtown, on the 13th instant, Lilias Murray, wife of Mr Peter Kelly, aged 33 years. On the 18th inst., at the Free Church Manse, Moffat, Mr Kinnear, late of Edinburgh, in the 78th year of his age. On the 16th inst., at Cowhill, near Dumfries, Vice-Admiral Charles James Johnston, in the 83d year of his age.

6th November 1856 (Week 45)

BIRTHS

Here, at Hanover Square, on the 6th instant, the wife of Mr Alexander Young, leather-cutter, of a son. At South Awhirk, parish of Stoneyirk, [sic] on the 2d inst., Mrs Ewing, of a daughter. At the Reformed Presbyterian Manse, Girvan, on the 15th ultimo, Mrs M.G. Easton, of a son. At Garliestown, on the 27th ult., Mrs Pollock, of a son. At Maskell Street, Manchester, on the 29th ult., the wife of Mr Alex Milligan, draper and tea dealer, of a daughter. At Nantes, France, on the 29th ult., the wife of the Rev. Emile Roberty, of the Reformed Protestant Church of France, of a son.

MARRIAGES

At Ervie, on the 30th ult., by the Rev. Mr Hyslop of Kirkcolm, Mr Robert Wright, boot and shoemaker, Cross-roads of Ervie, to Jessie, eldest daughter of Mr Thomas M’Robert, blacksmith.

DEATHS

Here, at St. John Street, on the 5th instant, aged 27 years, Jane, second daughter of Mr William Thompson. At Newton-Stewart, on the 2d inst., William Dill, Esq., writer, aged 66 years. At Lochmaben Manse, on the 20th ultimo, Duncan Stewart Robertson, Esq., of Carronvale. At Woodhead, near Gatehouse, on the 27th ult., Mr James Gordon, aged 89 years, who for a period of forty years was farmer in Claughred, parish of Kirkmabreck. At Gatehouse, on the 29th ult., of croup, John, aged five years, youngest son of the late James Gordon, joiner and cartwright there. At Girvan, on the 25th ultimo, Mary M’Fadzean, relict of Mr William Wright, builder, Girvan.

13th November 1856 (Week 46)

BIRTHS

Here, at Hanover Street, on the 4th inst., the wife of Mr William Bain, cooper, of a daughter. Here, at Agnew Crescent, on the 31st ult., the wife of Mr Kyle, tailor, of a son. At Sheuchan, parish of Inch, on the 10th inst., the wife of Mr Bennoch, of a daughter. At Awhirk, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 1st current, Mrs Wither, of a daughter. At Drumfloor, Old Luce, on the 21st ult., Mrs Walker, of a daughter. At Gillespie, Old Luce, on the 31st ult, Mrs Boyd, of a son. At Kirkcowan, on the 7th inst., the wife of Mr W. Forsyth, of a son. At Mark of Luce, on the 10th inst., the wife of Mr John Dalrymple, of a son.

MARRIAGES

At East Bay, Rothesay, on the 5th curt., by the Rev. C. N. M’Caig, Lochgilphead, Mr James M’Gill, farmer, Drummoddie, Wigtownshire, to Jane Neilson, widow of the late Mr John Annan, Rothesay. On the 6th current, at Kirk Andrews Church, Isle of Man, by the Venerable Archdeacon Moore, James Carruthers, Esq., of Craig, Balmaclellan, Kirkcudbrightshire, to Miss Elizabeth Johnson, youngest daughter of Mrs Johnson, Ballakaneen. Here, at Church Street, on the 10th inst., by the Rev. G. D. Mathews, Mr Thomas Cardie, smith, to Agnes Milroy. At Glenluce, on the 6th inst., by the Rev. Mr Wilson, James M’Guire, labourer, New Luce, to Jane Allison, sewer of muslin. At Glenluce, on the 11th inst., by the Rev. Mr M’Dowall, Robert Rainey, Leswalt to Jane Savage, sewer. At Barrachan, parish of Mochrum, on the 7th instant, by the Rev. A. Young, W. M’Keachy, to Helen Kerr. At Grennan, Dalry, on the 17th ultimo, by the Rev. John Haining, John Murdoch, Esq., of Rhone Park, Crosmichael, to Marion, eldest daughter of Mr M’Cormick, farmer, Grennan.

DEATHS

At Castle-Douglas, on the 9th instant, very suddenly, Mr Thomas M’Clune, of Bradford, Yorkshire, aged 34 years. At the Free Manse, Moffat, on the 2d instant, the Rev. Geo. Hastie, of the Free Church, Kirkpatrick-Fleming. At Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois, North America, on the 11th August last, Mary Sproat, wife of Mr James Comline, land steward, late of Gelston, and youngest daughter of the late Mr Thos. Sproat, farmer, Grennan, Kirkcudbrightshire, aged 25 years.

20th November 1856 (Week 47)

BIRTHS

At Agnew Crescent, here, on the 17th instant, the wife of Mr Smith, printer, of a daughter. At Agnew Crescent, here, on the 17th instant, the wife of Mr Robert M’Haffie, mariner, of a son. At Stoneykirk Road, here, on the 11th inst. the wife of Mr Andrew M’Caa, innkeeper, of a son. At Castle Street, here, on the 17th inst., the wife of Mr T. Johnstone, shoemaker, of a son. At Spittal Bridge, near Kirkcowan, on the 11th inst., the wife of Mr John Girvan, of a daughter. At Cairngarroch, parish of Stoneykirk, on the 12th inst., the wife of Mr Alexander Taylor, of a son. At Mark of Luce, Old Luce, on the 10th inst., Mrs Dalrymple, of a son. At Newtonhill, parish of Kirkinner, on the 13th inst., Mrs A. Kevand, of a daughter.

MARRIAGES

No Marriages

DEATHS

At Dally, parish of Kirkcolm, on the 13th inst., Mrs Wallace, aged 74 years. At Kirriemore, on the 7th inst., Helen, daughter of Mr Hugh Findlay, farmer there. At Glasgow, on the 15th inst., Primrose Martin, late innkeeper, Wigtown. At Dumfries, on the 17th inst., William M’Gowan, Esq., banker and solicitor, provost of Dumfries – after a few months illness, deeply regretted. On the 15th inst., at Eaglesham, the Rev. Robert Winning, A.M., minister of the Reformed Presbyterian Church. On the 17th inst., at Renton, the Rev. John Mackinlay, minister of the Reformed Presbyterian Church.

27th November 1856 (Week 48)

BIRTHS

At Millhill Street, on the 24th inst., the wife of Mr James Boyde of a daughter. At Seabank House, Stranraer, on the 23d instant, the wife of William Black, Esq., town clerk, of a son. At Baroda, on the 30th September, 1856, the wife of Lieut. W. Wilson, adjutant, 1st Grenadiers, of a son. Here, at Hanover Street, on the 25th instant, the wife of Mr John M’Clure, innkeeper, of a daughter. At Dalreagle, parish of Kirkinner, on the 21st instant, Mrs Hunt, of a son. At South Ayeranmann, near Barrhill, on the 15th inst., the wife of Mr A. Campbell, of a son. At Newton-Stewart, on the 24th inst., the wife of Mr John Hind, painter, of a son. At Dalskairth, on the 17th inst., Mrs Maxwell, of a daughter. On the 18th instant, Mrs M’Monnies, Drummoral, of a son. On the 20th inst., at Whithorn, Mrs Wm. Lawrie, of a son.

MARRIAGES

Here, at Church Street, on the 24th ins., by the Rev. Wm. Smellie, Mr William Murray, mason, Glasgow, to Janet third daughter of the late John Muir, Wigtown. At Nithbank, on the 24th inst., by the Rev. Dr. Wood, Mr John P. Hall, of Oxford House, Chelsea, to Eliza, daughter of the late Mr George Heron, formerly of Terregles. At Ironmacannie, on the 18th inst., by the Rev. Geo Murray, Mr James M’Michael, farmer, Scroggyhall, to Catherine, elder daughter of Mr John Smith, schoolmaster and registrar, Ironmacannie, Balmaclellan. At Millmark, on the 21st inst., by the Rev. S. Blair, Dalry, Mr Charles Godfrey Randall, Ton Law Hotel, to Lilias, third daughter of Mr Watson, farmer, Millmark.

DEATHS

At Dalskairth, on the 22d inst., Louisa Maria, wife of William Maxwell, Esq., At Creebank, on the 21st inst., Helen M’Muldroch, relict of Mr M’Ilwrick, farmer, Creebank, advanced in years. At Newton-Stewart, on the 24th inst., Elizabeth Nelson, milliner, aged 37 years. On the 7th inst., at 1 Corunna Street, Glasgow, the Rev. Stewart Bates, D.D., minister of the Reformed Presbyterian Church. On the 15th inst., at Eaglesham, the Rev. Robert Winning, A.M., minister of the Reformed Presbyterian Church. On the 17th inst., at Renton, the Rev. John Mackinlay, minister of the Reformed Presbyterian Church.

4th December 1856 (Week 49)

BIRTHS

Here, at South Strand Street, on the 30th ultimo, the wife of Mr James Murray, compositor, of a daughter. At Agnew Crescent, here, on the 28th ult., the wife of Mr William Young, mason, of a son. At Cumberland Street, Glasgow, on the 1st inst., Mrs Norrie of a daughter. At Cairnside, parish of Kirkcolm, on the 27th ult., the wife of Mr James Osborne, of a daughter. At Glenluce, on the 10th ult., Mrs Brown, of a daughter. At Bladnoch, on the 2d inst., Mrs Thomas M’Lelland, of twins – a son and daughter. At Jahall, parish of Kirkinner, on the 27th ult., Mrs James Nelson, of a son. On the 25th of August, at Church Street, Parramatta, Australia, Mrs John Hutchinson (late of Newton- Stewart) of a daughter.

MARRIAGES

At New Luce, on the 18th ult., by the Rev. Wm. Ker, Mr John Miller, ironmonger, Stranraer, to Miss Milroy. At Boreland, parish of Inch, by the Rev. J. Fergusson, Mr Peter M’William, to Jean M’Guffog. At Newton Stewart, on the 2d inst., by the Rev. Wm. Reid, of the U.P. Church, Mr William Haining, Dalry, to Helen, eldest daughter of Mr Jas. Kennedy, gardener. At Newton-Stewart. on the 21st ult., at the house of Mrs Vans Agnew, by the Rev. Mr Richardson, Mr John M’Dowall, mason, to Miss Helen Beech. At Kenmure Castle, on the 27th ult., by the Rev. Dr. Maitland, Mr John McCulloch, joiner, New Galloway, to Elizabeth, third daughter of Mr James Adams, tailor, Newton-Stewart. At the Village of Kirkinner, on the 2d inst., by the Rev. James Reid, Mr Milligan, to Miss Sarah Hernson. On the 2d inst., at the Cathedral Church, Manchester, by the Rev. H. H.Westmore, M.A., James Brown, Esq., Damhouse, Kirkcolm, Wigtownshire to Margaret Hannay, eldest daughter of Andrew Hannay, Esq., Corswall Mills, Kirkcolm. On the 14th August last, at Skene Street, Geelong, Australia, by the Rev. A. Love, Peter M’Arthur, Esq., Meringorott, to Margaret, youngest daughter of Mr Robert M’Lean, Portlogan, Kirkmaiden. At Girvan, on the 25th ultimo, by the Rev. W. Corsan, Mr Duncan M’Farlane, coachman Knockdolian, Colmonell, to Jessie, eldest daughter of Mr John Coulter, Girvan, At Lochend, Colmonell, on the 28th ult., by the Rev. John Stevenson, Mr Thomas Hinds, to Mary M’Clean. At Kildonnan Hill, on the 28th ult., by the Rev. John Stevenson, Mr John Cobran, to Agnes Lindon.

DEATHS

At Glenluce, on the 27th ult., Elizabeth M’Kenzie, aged 80, relict of Mr Charles Skimming, joiner, Glenluce. At Coleraine, Ireland, on the 25th ultimo, Claudia, relict of Capt Thomas Thornley, and daughter of the late Capt. Charles Dalrymple. At Alice Brae, Nelson, New Zealand, on the 30th of July 1856, Alison, wife of the Rev. Thos. D. Nicholson, Presbyterian minister, and second daughter of the late Rev. John M’Whir, minister of the parish of Urr, Kirkcudbrightshire. At Furbar, near Castle-Douglas, on the 17th ultimo, David Watt, aged 76 years. At Barsyard, parish of Buittle, on the 28th ultimo, Jessie, eldest daughter of Mr James Gordon. On the 8th July last, at Keynton, Australia, aged 28, Alexander Black, son of the late William Black, farmer, Goatend, Gatehouse-of-Fleet.

11th December 1856 (Week 50)

BIRTHS

At Glebe, Gallowhill, on the 5th instant, the wife of A. Neil, of a son. On the 24th ultimo, in the Esplanade, Plymouth, the Hon. Mrs Dalrymple Hay, of a daughter. At Castle-Douglas, on the 3d instant, the wife of Mr Robert Wallet, carrier of daughter.

MARRIAGES

On Tuesday, the 9th inst., at the United Presbyterian Chapel, Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, by the Rev. Wm. Graham, Mr William Payne, to Isabella, eldest surviving daughter of Mr Henry Fernie. At her residence in Portpatrick, on the 9th inst., by the Rev. A. Urquhart, of the Free Church, Mr James M’Pherson, late Gamekeeper, Dunskey, to Miss Maria M’Kennal, Dressmaker there. At Inshanks, parish of Kirkmaiden, by the Rev. Mr Williamson, Richard Cochrane, farm servant with Mr William M’William, in Cairn, to Jane youngest daughter of William Cochrane, Foreman, with Mr Robert M’Gaw, Inshanks. At Cairnryan, on the 3d inst., by the Rev. John Jamieson, of the Free Church, Mr John Todd, tailor, Dalmellington, to Jane Hunter; and at sametime and place, Mr William Wilson, shoemaker, to Agnes Hunter – daughters of Mr William Hunter, late toll-keeper At Castle- Douglas, by the Rev. W. Symington, Reformed Presbyterian Church there, Samuel Crosbie, Rosebank, Troqueer, to Jane, third daughter of William Kelly, shoemaker, Castle-Douglas. On the 25th ult., at St. Mary’s Street, Kirkcudbright, by the Rev. Mr M’Millan, of the Free Church there, Mr Alexander Fullerton Macgeoch, manager for D. Hart & Co., drapers, Castle-Douglas, to Mary, second daughter of Mr Wm. Jolly, Crown Inn, Kirkcudbright. At Fintloch, near New Galloway, on the 2d inst., by the Rev. Dr. Maitland of Kells, Mr Robert Young, farmer Barskimming Mains, Parish of Stair, Ayrshire, to Annie, daughter of Mr John Reid, farmer Fintloch. On the 7th inst., at Sorbie farm, by the Rev. E. K. Sloan, Mr William M’William, Wigtown to Miss Janet Jamieston, Sorbie farm.

DEATHS

At Powton, near Garliestown, on Saturday, 6th inst., Mr John Stuart, for upwards of 30 years Land Steward to the Right Hon. the Earl of Galloway. At Munches, on the 5th inst., of scarlet fever, John, eldest son of Wellwood Maxwell, Esq., aged 10 years and 2 months. DEATH OF FATHER MATHEW – Father Mathew, the great temperance apostle, died on Monday at half- past two o’clock, at his lodgings at Queenstown. DEATH OF CHARLES LAMB, ESQ. – At his shooting quarters in the Highlands, Mr Lamb died on Thursday. He was the only son of Sir Charles Lamb, of Beanfort, Sussex, and half-brother of the Earl of Eglinton, who had gone north on this melancholy occasion.

18th December 1856 (Week 51)

BIRTHS

Here, at Greenvale Street, on the 6th inst., the wife of Mr David Mackie, ostler, of a son. At Stewarton, parish of Kirkcolm, on the 10th instant, the wife of Mr John Stuart Bray, land-surveyor, of a daughter. At Newton-Stewart, on the 14th inst., the wife of John Pearson, Esq., M.D., of a son. At Wigtown, on the 16th inst., the wife of Mr John W. Wilson, grocer, of a son.

MARRIAGES

At Balcraig, parish of Whithorn, on the 16th instant, by the Rev. T. Macindoe, of the Reformed Presbyterian Church, Mr Coupland, farmer, Orchard, Old Luce, to Margaret, fourth daughter of the late Mr M’Queen, Appleby. At Rispain, parish of Whithorn, on the 9th inst., by the Rev. Thos. Macindoe, Mr Alexander M’Caig, farmer, Kilhilt, Portpatrick, to Jane, eldest daughter of the late Mr Robert Carson, farmer, Rispain. On the 16th instant, at St. Michael’s Church, Aigburth, near Liverpool, William Broadfoot, Esq., Mains of Baldoon, to Agnes, daughter of the late James Gifford, Esq., Barwinnock. At Barskeoch, Penningham, by the Rev. S. Richardson, Mr James M’Kill, to Isabella Allison.

DEATHS

At 24, Stockwell Street, Glasgow, on the 18th instant, Lillias Calder, relict of the late John Garrick, watchmaker, Stranraer – advanced in years. At Logan mill, Kirkmaiden, on the 14th instant, Mr Matthew Kelton, miller there – much respected and justly regretted by a wide circle of friends. At Lochans, parish of Inch, on the 14th instant, Mr David M’Millan, mason there, at the advanced age of 94 years. At Glasgow, on the 13th inst., William Wallace, late mate of her Majesty’s steampacket at Portpatrick – much regretted. At Galdenoch, Leswalt on the 16th inst., of hooping-cough, Margaret, aged 7 years, and Jane, aged 3 years, daughter of James Campbell, farm servant there. At Wigtown, on the 15th inst., Grizzel Mitchell, relict of Thomas Nelson, at the advanced age of 87. At Moorpark, parish of Kirkinner, on the 15th inst., Andrew Milligan. At Carsegowan, on the 13th inst., Andrew Muir. At Munches, of scarlet fever, on the 13th, Catherine, second daughter of Wellwood Maxwell, Esq., aged 8 ½ years. At Castle-Douglas, on the 10th inst., Isabella Hutton, wife of Mr James M’Quhae, formerly of Lodge, Kelton. At Funchal, Madeira, on the 19th November, William Gordon, Esq., second son of the deceased Wm. Gordon, Esq., of Campbeltown.

25th December 1856 (Week 52)

BIRTHS

At Kirkland, Leswalt, on the 22d inst., Mrs John Douglas, of a daughter. At Begbie, parish of Kirkmabreck, on the 20th inst., the wife of Dr Laurie, farmer there, of the eleventh son. At Hillhead, here, on the 19th inst., the wife of Mr John Andrew, nailer, of twin daughters, who only survived a few hours.

MARRIAGES

At Portpatrick, on the 23d inst., by the Rev. Mr Balmer, Mr Wm. Cunningham, mariner, to Miss Janet Coskrie. At Gatehouse-of-Fleet, on the 16th inst., by the Rev. H. Morton Jack of Girthon, Mr James Wylie, draper, to Miss Catherine Gordon Rogers, dressmaker.

DEATHS

On Tuesday night, Mr Hugh Miller, the celebrated geologist, shot himself while in a sort of trance or nightmare, arising from over-work. Details of this most melancholy catastrophe in our next. At Portpatrick, on the 17th inst., Mr Andrew Cumming, innkeeper, aged 73 years, much regretted by all who knew him. At Wigtown, on the 18th inst., Jane Donnan, wife of Dr D. Broadfoot. At Carsegowan, by Wigtown, on the 14th instant, Andrew Muir, land steward to Mrs Martin, aged 52 years. At Canaan House, Edinburgh, on the 19th inst., the Most Noble John Marquis of Queensberry, in the 78th year of his age. At 4 Nicolson Square, Edinburgh, on the 15th inst., Ismene Magdalena, daughter of the late Wm. Glendonwyn, Esq., of Parton, and relict of William Scott, Esq., barrister of the Inner Temple, London. At Belfast, on the 18th inst., in the 43d year of his age, Robert Mooney, Esq., editor of the Belfast News- Letter – after a short illness.