Description:

This remarkable book, first published in 1806, is a genealogical treasure trove for those with Perth ancestry, and contains the following: A physical description of Perth in 1806; Historical Memoranda Respecting Perth (including the earliest history of Perth, and names of all Provosts, Bailies, Deans of Guild and Treasurers from 1465 to 1805); Charters Relating to the Priviliges of Perth (translated from Latin); Lists - the ministers and rectors of the town's grammar school and academy; ministers of Perth from the Reformation; subscribers for the building of the town's bridge in 1776, and for the public seminaries in 1804; & The Rev Alexander Duff's Traditional Account of the Death of John, Earl of Gowrie in 1600. The book, reprinted in eBook format by Scotland's Greatest Story, is presented in PDF format.