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We found no details about her mother, Mary Campbell,
but her father, Charles McDonald, was born in Scotland on the
Isle of Skye. Ann has many siblings which were all born in
Sydney Mines, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. So with further research we may be able to find some current Canadian /Scotch relatives.
Charles McDonald was born December 1815 and at some point immigrated to Nova Scotia where he became a merchant at Sydney Mines, a coal mining town. Resources about the area can be found here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sydney_Mines
http://sydneyminesheritage.ca/
sydney mines cape breton nova scotia canada for images
Information about typical life of a Scottish immigrant can be found here: http://www.blupete.com/Hist/Gloss/Scots.htm#ImmigrationN
The Scots who came to Nova Scotia during the last half of the 18th and first half of the 19th century were Highlanders.4 They came to the shores of Nova Scotia, and, unlike many other immigrants that also came during this time, the Highlanders stuck and generally did not bleed away to other parts.5 Truly, Nova Scotia, especially that of Cape Breton, reminded the new arrivals of their native land, the Highlands of Scotland. They found the same looking land and soil; the same weather; and, in time, the same people (their brethren who had arrived earlier).
The Isle of Skye resources can be found here:
Isle of Skye resources
http://www.kevinandamanda.com/fairy-pools-of-scotland/
http://www.clandonald.com/
The Island has a rich History covering many topics, such as: Dinosaur Fossils, Clan Warfare, Highland Clearances and the infamous ‘Bonnie Prince Charlie’ and the Jacobite Rebellion.
Both Clan MacDonald and Clan MacLeod have their Clan Castle’s on the Island and should be on your list of places to visit.
Clan Donald Gardens and Museum of the Isles. Clan Donald Skye is a magnificent 20,000 acre estate in south Skye.
Here are some of my favorite photos of the Isle of Skye:
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Ancestry & Genealogy
Charles (1815-1879 )and Mary(1823-1890) are buried in the
Historical Presbyterian Cemetery, Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia.
The inscription on their gravestone reads:
In memory of Charles MacDonald
merchant of Sydney Mines who was born in the Isle of Skye Scotland.
December _ A.D. 1815
and died December 11 A.D. 1879 in his 64th year
He was an enthusiastic Highlander a true friend to all in need
possessed in a prominent degree many of the excellent qualities
peculiar to the Scottish character.
(Side 2)
Mary Campbell
beloved wife of
Charles MacDonald
died June 7 1890?
aged 67? years
also asleep with Jesus
their beloved daughter
Mary Jane
died Dec 22 1873
aged 16 yrs
Their chidren:
John, 1848
Ann, 1850-1870 md 1867 to Elijah Boyden
Charles, Jr., 1850 md 1873 to Alice Cann
Nathaniel, 1853
Catherine, 1855 md Peter Morrison
Duncan, 1856
Mary Jane, 1858-1873
Alexander, 1861 md 1887 to Sarah Ann Sharp
Robert Edward, 1862
Florence, 1885-1938 md 1891 to Daniel Duncan McKenzie
FYI:
The Clan Donald Library is housed in one wing of the Museum building. With over
7000 books it has one of the best reference collections in northwest Scotland.
Covering all aspects of Scottish culture and history, the Library specialties in Highland
history, clan genealogies and family history. Collections also include 17th and 18th
century material on the Jacobites as well as an extensive range of antiquarian and
modern maps relating to Skye and the Highlands.
Visitors to Armadale are welcome to make use of the Library during their visit,
which also houses archive collections including Lord Macdonald’s Estate Papers.
These papers, which comprise charters and land grants, rent lists, correspondence,
estate maps and financial accounts, provide a framework for local history and
genealogy research, particularly for Skye and North Uist. A charge is made for
consulting this archive, which contributes towards the cost of conserving and
developing it.
The Clan Donald Library is housed in one wing of the Museum building. With over
7000 books it has one of the best reference collections in northwest Scotland.
Covering all aspects of Scottish culture and history, the Library specialties in Highland
history, clan genealogies and family history. Collections also include 17th and 18th
century material on the Jacobites as well as an extensive range of antiquarian and
modern maps relating to Skye and the Highlands.
Visitors to Armadale are welcome to make use of the Library during their visit,
which also houses archive collections including Lord Macdonald’s Estate Papers.
These papers, which comprise charters and land grants, rent lists, correspondence,
estate maps and financial accounts, provide a framework for local history and
genealogy research, particularly for Skye and North Uist. A charge is made for
consulting this archive, which contributes towards the cost of conserving and
developing it.
Highland genealogy can be frustrating, especially to thoseunfamiliar with the places and
people concerned, but our local knowledge can help you. The library team, led by our
Museum Manager, is always on hand to assist if you require advice.
people concerned, but our local knowledge can help you. The library team, led by our
Museum Manager, is always on hand to assist if you require advice.
You can also find out if your surname is Scottish, its derivation and meaning, when you
visit our Library. Our collection includes books on tartans, Highland dress, clan histories
and much more.
visit our Library. Our collection includes books on tartans, Highland dress, clan histories
and much more.
From Easter to October the Library is usually open 10am-4.30pm, seven days a week.
The Library may close at lunchtimes and for short periods when the Museum
Manager is offering tours or other activities within the Museum. If you wish to consult
the Library resources and are visiting on a schedule you are advised to book with the
Library in advance.
The Library may close at lunchtimes and for short periods when the Museum
Manager is offering tours or other activities within the Museum. If you wish to consult
the Library resources and are visiting on a schedule you are advised to book with the
Library in advance.
Contact details
Telephone: 01471 844305
Telephone: 01471 844305
Email: library@clandonald.com
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