Robert BurnsLimited World Federation Limited www.rbwf.org.uk 1970 The digital conversion of this Burns Chronicle was sponsored by Roberta Copland The digital conversion service was provided by DDSR Document Scanning by permission of the Robert Burns World Federation Limited to whom all Copyright title belongs. www.DDSR.com -- - ~~ - ~. - ~- St P/ ROBERT BURNS CHRONICLE 1970 THE BURNS FEDERATION KILMARNOCK Price 7s. 6d.-Papu bound: 12& 6d.-Clotll bound: Price to Non-Members 10..-Papei' bound: lSs.-Clotb bolllld. 'BURNS CHRONICLE' ADVERTISER Scotch as it used to be 'BURNS CHRONICLE' ADVERTISER JEAN ARMOUR BURNS HOUSES MAUCHLINE, AYRSHIRE In 1959, to mark the Bicentenary of the Birth of Robert Burns, the Glasgow and District Bums Association, who man­ age the Jean Armour Bums Houses, completed the building of ten new houses on the historic farm of Mossgiel, near Mauch­ line and these are now occupied. The tenants live there, rent and rate free and receive a small pension. Funds are urgently required to complete a further ten Houses. Earlier houses, established 1915 which comprised the Bums House (in which the poet and Jean Armour began housekeeping 1788), Dr. John McKenzie's House and 'Auld Nanse Tinnock's' (the 'change-house' of Burns's poem 'The Holy Fair') were purchased, repaired and gifted to the Association by the late Mr. Charles R. Cowie, J.P., Glasgow and, until the new houses at Mossgiel were built, provided accommodation for nine ladies. They are now out-dated as homes but con­ sideration is being given to their being retained by the Association and preserved as a museum. Please help this worthy cause by sending your donation now to :-A. Neil Campbell, F.C.C.S., Hon. Treasurer, 141 Craiglea Drive, Edinburgh, 10. G 'BURNS CHRONICLE' ADVERTISER 'that greatest of benevolent institutions established in honour of Robert Burns.'-Glasgow Herald. The National Burns Memorial and Cottage Homes, Mauchline, Ayrshire Created for Deserving Old People-as the most fitting Memorial to Poet Burns. TWENTY of these comfortable houses, built at Mauch line, in the heart of the Burns Country, are occupied by deserving old folks, carefully selected from all quarters. The Cottagers pay neither rent nor taxes, and in addition, receive an annual allowance. There are no irksome restrictions. They have their own key, their own furniture if they so desire, come and go as they please, and have their own friends calling on them as they wish. The whole aim and object of the scheme is to allow the Cottagers to continue the enjoyment of the quiet comfort of their 'ain fireside' in ideal surroundings. The amenities of the Homes are constantly being improved and added to, and for this purpose, MONEY IS ALWAYS REQUIRED WILL YOU PLEASE HELP by sending a Subscription to:- John Findlay, Hon. Secretary, 202 Bath Street, Glasgow, C.2. Tel. 041-332 6571. 'BURNS CHRONICLE' ADVERTISER SECRETARIES OF BURNS CLUBS AND CALEDONIAN SOCIETIES are specially catered for by our Robert Burns Department Some hae meat and canna eat, And some wad eat that want it, But we hae meat and we can eat, And sac the Lord be thanket. PAPER NAPKINS (our own speciality) printed in colour with Poet's head and quotation-Brithers A', Selkirk Grace, Auld Lang Syne or 'Tartan Scottie', '45 Clan Crests' Club box of 250-£1. U.K. 23/9d. Commonwealth, 30/-d. U.S.A.-post free. Sample packet (50) 5/-d. post free anywhere. BURNS DINNER MENU CARDS-with Poet's head in colour or colour print of the famous picture 'Burns in Edinburgh'-appropriate quotations and tartan ribbon-also in shape of thistle. PRIZE EDITIONS BURNS POEMS AND SONGS-from 12/6d. tartan cloth 21 s. All new books on BURNS as published including Burns and Edinburgh McVie 15s. See advertisement pages 'Federation Special Issue.' 50 Superb 'Braemar' colour-'In the Steps of Robert Burns' 35mm- 75s. with extensive commentary. TARTAN PAPER in rolls 22 in. x 11 yds. Tartan Ribbon t in and I in. Send for our new List B.S.5 of Burns Supper and St. Andrew's Night specialities and souvenirs for all Scottish occasions. Inquiries invited. INWIDDIE'S of DUMFRIES 'The Cla11 Gift Shop' PRINTERS, PUBLISHERS, BOOKSELLERS, STATIONERS, ETC. Established since 1846 by the Old Midsteeple, DUMFRIES (Telephone 5248). 'BURNS CHRONICLE' ADVERTISER N. 'BURNS CHRONICLE' ADVERTISER 'BURNS CHRONICLE' ADVERTISER SCOTTISH NATIONAL DICTIONARY The object of the Dictionary is to record for posterity the language of the Scottish nation as it is enshrined in our literature, and not least in the works of Robert Burns. Vais. I, II, Ill, IV, V, VI, and VII have already been published and at least £30,000 will be required to complete the remaining four volumes. The Dictionary is recognised as a Charity by the Commissioners of Inland Revenue. A Subscription to the work costs £40 and Donations and Legacies will be welcomed towards the cost of production. Full particulars from The Secretary, Scottish National Dictionary, 27 George Square, Edinburgh. 'BURNS CHRONICLE' ADVERTISER The Burns House Museum, Mauchline, rescued from demolition and completely restored through the generosity of Burns lovers all over the world, is now open for your inspection. In addition to many relics of the Poet and his works, there is on display a collection of 'Folk objects', furniture etc., illustrating the history and industry of Mauchline and district. Open Weekdays 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday 2 p .m. to 7 p.m. or by arrangement Admission Adults 1/- Children 6d Donations for the maintenance of this historic building will be gratefully received by the Treasurer, Thos. W. Dalgleish, O.B.E., F.S.F., 5 Park Street, Kilmarnock. 'BURNS CHRONICLE' ADVERTISER In this Federation 'SPECIAL' Issue you will meet all Burns' EDINBURGH FRIENDS in John McVie's Robert Burns and Edinburgh 100 pp. with rare selection of views of old EDINBURGH 8-r x 5f -15s. post ls. from any Bookseller 'With John McVie as our guide we follow in the footsteps of the Poet .. .' from the preface by James Veitch Editor, Burns Chronicle ORDER your COPIES NOW for your BURNS friends 3 for 45s. post free (makes a fine prize) Distributors on behalf of the Burns Federation Blacklock, Parries & Sons, Ltd. Booksellers Church Crescent, Dumfries Telephone 0387 4288 Robert Dinwiddie & Co., Ltd. Booksellers High Street, Dumfries Telephone 0387 5248 'BURNS CHRONICLE' ADVERTISER FOR OUTSTANDING SERVICE IN SCOTLAND 'BURNS CHRONICLE' ADVERTISER ~he {llobe ~nn . this is the old Globe Tavern frequented by Burns. The chair he usually occupied is shown to visitors, also a window pane with verses traced by his hand and many other very interesting relics of the Poet 56 High Street, Dumfries Manageress : Mrs. E. N. BROWN 'BURNS CHRONICLE' ADVERTISER A visit to the Land of Bums should include a visit to the Tam O' Shanter Inn. This historic building, the starting point of "Tam's" immortal ride to Alloway Kirk is now open to the public as a Museum, containing many interesting exhibits connected with Robert Burns and his epic story of "Tam O' Shanter". Open Daily (except Sunday) April to September 9.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. October to March 9.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. During June, July, August Sundays 2.30 p.m. till 5 p.m. Admission: Adults 1/- School Children 6d. 'BURNS CHRONICLE' ADVERTISER Busy people find it quicker by cheque ... not only quicker, but so much more convenient. Safer too, as there's no need to keep large sums of ready cash beside you or in your pocket. 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