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THE SUCCESSION OF MINISTERS IN THE PARISH
CHURCHES OF SCOTLAND,
FROM THE REFORMATION, A.D. 1560, TO THE PRESENT TIME.
BY
HEW SCOTT, A.M., F.S.A. Sº,
MINISTER OF ANSTRUTHER-westER.
PART I.
SYNOD OF LOTHIAN AND TWEEDALE,
EDINBURGH: WILLIAM P A TER so N:
L ON DO N : J O H N R U S S E L L S MIT. H.
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P R E F A C E.
THE design of the present work is to present a comprehensive account of the SUCCESSION OF
MINISTERS of the Church of Scotland since the period of the Reformation. An attempt is
made to give some additional interest by furnishing incidental notices of their lives, writings,
and families, which may prove useful to the Biographer, the Genealogist, and the Historian.
The sources from which the work has been compiled are the various records of Kirk Sessions,
Presbyteries, Synods, and General Assemblies; together with the Books of Assignations,
Presentations to Benefices, and the Commissariat Registers of Confirmed Testaments.
From these authentic sources the information here collected will, it is believed, be found as
accurate as the utmost care can render it. Having been commenced at an early period of life,
this work has been prosecuted during all the time that could be spared from professional
engagements for a period of nearly fifty years.
Some idea of the labour and continuous research involved in preparing the work may be
formed, when the Author states, that he has visited all the Presbyteries in the Church, and
about seven hundred and sixty different Parishes, for the purpose of examining the existing
records. In this way he has had an opportunity of searching eight hundred and sixty volumes
of Presbytery, and one hundred volumes of Synod Records, besides those of the General Assem-
bly, along with the early Registers of Assignations and Presentations to Benefices, and about
four hundred and thirty volumes of the Testament Registers in the different Commissariats.
The Author has to express his grateful acknowledgments to the Synod and Presbytery
Clerks, and, indeed, to almost all the Ministers of the Church to whom he applied. While
carrying on his early researches in Edinburgh, he cannot forget his obligations to the late
THOMAS THOMSON, Esq., Deputy Clerk Register, to the late ALEXANDER MACDONALD, Esq., and
other gentlemen connected with the Record Department in the General Register House. He
is indebted to the Rev. THOMAS GORDON of Newbattle, and the Rev. JoHN STRUTHERs of Pres-
tonpans, for revising the divisions which contain the Presbyteries of Dalkeith and Haddington;
also, for other services, to the Very Rev. Principal CAMPBELL, Aberdeen; the Rev. WALTER
WOOD, Elie ; Major A. STEWART ALLAN, of the Bengal Staff, India; Mr. WILLIAM TROUP,
University, St. Andrews; JoHN BARRON, Esq., C.A., Teind Office, and ADAM C. LONGMORE,
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Esq., of the Exchequer. He likewise has, in particular, to acknowledge how much he owes
to DAVID LAING, Esquire, LL.D., for the interest which he has uniformly taken in the progress
of the work, and for suggestions while the sheets were at press.
The plan adopted by the Author was to follow the usual division into Synods and Presbyteries,
and to embrace the Ministers of the several Churches from the Reformation in 1560 to June
1839. At the request, however, of Some of his friends, in order to make the work more com-
plete, by bringing it down to the present time, the names of Ministers are added, who have
since been appointed,
The Part now issued, comprises the important Synod of Lothian and Tweedale. The
next Part, which is already in the Printer's hands, will include the three Southern Synods of
Merse and Teviotdale, of Dumfries, and of Galloway. It will be followed by the Synod of
Glasgow and Ayr. It only remains to add, that so far as the Author is able to calculate from
what has already been completed, the work will be comprised in three volumes, forming a
companion to the ORIGINES PAROCHIALES SCOTIAE, of which it may, in some measure, be
regarded as a continuation. Being undertaken altogether as a labour of love, the Author
begs to add, that any profits will be devoted to the Societies for the Sons, and the Institution
for the Daughters of the Clergy. H. S.
MANSE of ANSTRUTHER WESTER,
17th November, 1866.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH, te º § º 1, 156, 390
MINISTERS OF THE KINGPS HOUSE, . & tº 150
CHAPEL-ROYAL, ſº tº ë g * 393
DEANS (of THE ORDER) OF THE THISTLE, & e 398
ALMONERS TO HIS MAJESTY, e º gº 398
BISHOPS OF EDINBURGH, g sº º * 391
CAMPVERE, ſº & tº fe * g 151
DARIEN, or NEW CALEDONIA, g e & 400
CHURCH IN INDIA, . e * & . 154, 158
PRESBYTERY OF LINLITHGOW, { } * & tº . 159, 208
PRESBYTERY OF BIGGAR, g o wº & :- 209, 390
PRESBYTERY OF PEEBLES, wº gº te tº * . 235, 261
PRESBYTERY OF DALKEITH, . tº º e e . 262,309
PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON, g sº * * . 311, 366
PRESBYTERY OF DUNBAR, e g © te * sº 367
SYNOD OF LOTHIAN AND TWEEDDALE,
A REGISTER of the Synod of Lothian from 1st April 1589—27th April 1596, is lodged in the Library of
the University of Edinburgh.
The Registers from 14th April 1640, to 16th May 1661, are in three volumes, having a chasm from
15th May 1648, to 1st May 1655, which has been made up. Those since the Revolution commence
5th May 1691, and are contained in eleven volumes. Some of the records, however, may yet be recovered
from copies inserted in Presbytery Books. A Vol. existed in 1775, containing their proceedings in 1606,
1607, 1639 to 1643, now missing.
PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
Three volumes of the Register from 19th April 1586, to 24th August 1603, having a chasm from
24th March 1589, to 13th April 1591, are lodged in the Library of the Univ. of Edinburgh. One
volume previous to 1638, and all aftertill 14th May 1701, including those during the late Episcopacy, were
destroyed by a fire in the Lawn-market that year, 28th Oct., which totally consumed the house and
furniture of the Presbytery Clerk, in whose hands they were lodged. From 14th May 1701 they have
been regularly preserved, except from 1st Nov. 1750 to 3d June 1752, and are contained in twenty-
three volumes.
EDINBURGH.
The Church dedicated to St. Giles was erected into a Collegiate Church in 1466. At the Reformation in
1560 it accommodated three thousand people, yet the building beside this, being divided by partition walls,
contained also accommodation for the Courts of Justice, the Grammar School, Town Clerk's Offices, a
Prison, and a work-house. A second church, however, was found necessary in 1562, and termed the
New, East, or Little Kirk. In 1577 four ministers are mentioned, though still one parish. The Town-
Council, 14th Oct. 1583, ordered the Town to be divided into four—St. Giles for the S.E., New for the
N.W., Magdalen for the S.W., and Trinity College for the N.E. In 1593, however, the Tolbooth is
mentioned as having taken place of the Magdalen—while the Synod of Lothian, April 1595, appoint
certain brethren to travel with the Kirk and Council for a division, “that every pastor may know their
own flock.” It was only, on four other ministers being added, that the division was completed in 1598.
2 PARISH OF ST. GILES.
After a time the Upper Tolbooth was forsaken, a new church ordered to be built in 1612, and 1st Dec.
1620, the Town Council declared three churches insufficient for the population, and resolve to open the
Greyfriars. Notwithstanding, this parochial division was disregarded by the removal of some of the
ministers who were considered undutiful to his Majesty. To restore it again, James VI., toward the
close of his reign, transmitted certain proposals to the Town Council, who, by their Act 28th Sept. 1625,
resolved the former division should be carried into effect, which resolution was ratified by the Privy
Council 11th Nov. thereafter. The New being stated as the High or Great Church, while the former Old
is termed the New, East, or Little. In Aug. 1632, it was resolved to remove the place of meeting
for Parliament, and for the Supreme Courts from St. Giles', and the building now known as the
Parliament House was founded. Another division of the city was made by the Town Council, 24th Dec.
1641, when the N.W. had W. St. Giles (afterward termed Tolbooth Church), the N. had E. St. Giles, or the
Quire, (better known as the High Church), the N.E. had Trinity College, S.E. had the Tron, (then build-
ing, and before it was ready Middle St. Giles), the S. had Middle St. Giles, but while occupied as stated till
the Tron was ready, to get the Parliament House, or the College Hall, and the S.W. the Greyfriars.
This arrangement is said by Maitland not to have been accomplished till 1662 and 1663, after Episcopacy
was established. In the interval another church had been built in 1644, chiefly at the expense of Margaret
Lady Yester, which was erected into a parish, 3d Sept. 1655, and the east part of the S.E. or Tron, allotted
as the parochial district, but it was set aside during the Episcopal reign and only restored in 1691. After
the Revolution, and re-establishment of Presbyterianism, a meeting-house in the Lawn-market was con-
verted into an eighth parish, termed the New North, and in the following year had the North-West por-
tion of St. Giles fitted up for its accommodation, which having been the place of confinement of Sir John
Gordon of Haddo, previous to his decapitation in 1644, was termed Haddo's Hole or the Little Kirk.
The steeple of Greyfriars, then occupied as a magazine for gunpowder, was unfortunately blown up 7th
May 1718, with part of the church, on which it was resolved to construct another at the west end,
named the New Greyfriars, which, on its completion, was opened in 1721. The erection of the New
Town caused other churches and parishes to be erected, viz., St. Andrews in 1784, St. George's in 1814,
Bellevue or St. Mary's in 1824, St. Stephen's in 1828, and Greenside in 1837. Since which period has
been added St. John's in 1843, and the quoad sacra parishes of the Gaelic, 10th July 1850, and St.
Luke's 11th Feb. 1863. - - -
ST GILES, THE OLD, OR GREAT CHURCH,
Accommodated in 1560 three thousand people. A parpall or partition wall was ordered to
be built in it, 12th May 1596, but it was ordered, 26th May 1598, to be taken down again,
that the East Church might be enlarged. After a good deal of contention, His Majesty and the
Privy Council give permission, 1st Aug. 1599, so that this was accomplished in April 1600, at which
time this was called “the mid kirk of Sanct Geillis;” the west portion being appropriated as the High
Council house, the New or Upper Tolbooth, and occupied by the congregation of the S. W. parish. At
the parochial division, countenanced by royal authority, this was termed “the New East or Littil Kirk of
St. Geills,” 25th Nov. 1625. In the beginning of 1634 the partition wall dividing it and the Great Kirk
was taken down, that the latter might be still more enlarged preparatory to its erection as a Cathedral
Church to the New Diocese of Edinburgh. On the division of the city into six parishes in 1641, the old
or middle kirk was set apart for the S. parish ; and, as a temporary arrangement, appointed to meet in
the Parliament House, or College Hall, till they got possession of their own. A farther alteration was
PARISH OF ST. GILES. 3
ordered to be made, 29th May 1702, by a partition wall being built from east to west, dividing the north
part. The more recent transmutation of 1835 still remains, neither creditable to the church nor to the
city;-while the benefice for the support of the single officiating minister of that parish has been with-
drawn by Act of Parliament, 23 and 24 Vic.., cap. 50, 23rd July 1860. r
1560. JoHN KNOx, son of William K., born at Giffordgate in 1505, educated at Haddington,
studied at the Univ. of Glasgow, and entered into priest's orders about 1530. By perusing
the works of Augustine and others of the Fathers, a few years after, he was led to adopt views
inimical to the prevalent faith ; and in 1545 avowed himself a Protestant, and adherent to the
sentiments of the celebrated George Wishart. In 1547 he entered the castle of St. Andrews,
as a place where he might be free from Popish persecution, and received a call to the ministry,
on which he was ordained in the end of May that year; but was carried off as a prisoner by
the French Galleys in a month after. He was imprisoned in Rouen for nineteen months in
1548–9, and after his release established by the Council of England as minister at Berwick, but
removed to Newcastle at the close of the following year. In Dec. 1551, he was named as one
of six chaplains to Edward VI.; and declined an appointment to the See of Rochester, Oct.
1552. He likewise declined accepting the charge of All-Hallows, London, April 1553. In
1554 he was called to Frankfort on the Maine; but demitted his charge, and went to minister
at Geneva, 1555; but subsequently returned to Scotland in the same year. He was sum-
moned to a meeting of the Romish clergy, 15th May 1556, but returned to his former
charge at Geneva. While there, his former prosecution was renewed, and was followed by his
condemnation and excommunication. This he braved however ; abandoned the charge, 7th
Jan. 1559, returned home, was elected to this congregation 7th July following, and was one
of the constituent members of the First General Assembly, 20th Dec. 1560, and is supposed
to have been Moderator of the Assemblies June and Dec. 1562. By the Assembly, June
1564, he was appointed to visit the churches in the North ; and Dec., thereafter, those in the
counties of Fife and Perth. At the coronation of James VI. in Stirling, he preached, and
gave his assistance 29th July 1567. He was seized with apoplexy, Oct. 1570, and preached
for the last time in St. G., 31st Aug. ; but from his voice getting weaker, was obliged for a
few weeks to discharge his pulpit duties in the Hall of the Tolbooth ; finishing his public ser-
vices by the admission of a successor, on the 9th, and at length, worn out by labour and trouble,
closed his eventful life, 24th Nov. 1572, aged 67, having been styled by Beza “the apostle
of the Scots, Great Master Knox,” and by the Regent Morton “a man who in his life never
feared the face of man: who had been often threatened with dag and dagger, yet ended his
days in peace and honour.” He marr. in, or before, 1553, Marjory, daugh. of Richard
Bowes, of Aske, Yorksh. ; she died end of 1560, leaving two sons, Nathaniel, A.M., and
Eleazer, B.D., both of St. John's Coll. Cambridge, who died without issue; 2ndly, March
1564, Margaret, daugh. of Andrew, Lord Ochiltree (who subsequently marr. And, Ker, of
Faldounside), and had three daugh. ; Martha, who marr. Alexander Fairlie, eldest son of the
laird of Braid; Margaret, who marr. Mr. Zach. Pont, Min. of Bower ; and Elizabeth, who
marr. Mr. John Welsh, Min. of Ayr.—Publications—Works, Collected and Edited by David
Laing, 6 vols, Edin., 1846-1864. 8vo. [M'Crie's Life, Reg. Min., Edin. Counc., and Test. Reg.,
Works, i-vi., Booke of the Kirk, Keith, Calderwood, Petrie, Spotswood, Chambers's Biog. Dict.]
4. PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
1572. JAMES LAwson, Sub-Principal of King's Coll., Aberdeen, was elected, after long reason-
ing, by the Superintendent, and Knox, with other ministers and members of Session; and being
sent for, arrived and preached, 19th Sept., and was admitted by his venerable colleague, 9th.
Nov. 1572. On the demission of the Superintendent in 1573, the assembly appointed him
and others to apply to the Regent [Morton] for his sanction and authority to their proceedings.
In the following year they appointed him one of six for the inspection of such works as were
proposed to be printed. He was in 1576 named one of those for drawing up the Second
Book of Discipline; elected Moderator by the General Assembly, 12th July 1580; and was
generally one of the assessors to the Moderator for preparing the business of the Assemblies.
He attended the Earl of Morton to the scaffold as his spiritual adviser in 1581—was zealous
in supporting the authority of the Church in the excommunication of Archbishop Montgomery
in 1582; and was called before the Privy Council regarding his opinion of the Raid of Ruth-
ven same year. Forseeing that the Church would be deprived of much of her power from the
acts passed by Parliament in 1584, he declared openly against them from the pulpit on the
24th, which caused the Earl of Arran, who had great influence then at court, to assert “that
if Lawson's head were as great as an hay stack, he would cause it leap from his hawse [throat].”
A warrant was issued for his apprehension on the 26th, but he and his colleague, Balcangual,
escaped, and travelling by night reached Berwick early in the morning of the 27th May.
These proceedings, and the conduct of some of his flock arising out of them, had such a depress-
ing influence on his spirits, though several friends endeavoured to divert him by visiting the
Universities in England, that he was seized by dysentery, and died at London, 12th Oct.
1584, in his 46th year, and 12th min., “chieff for learning, holiness, power in doctrine, and
all guid vertues amangis the haill ministeris ;” and by his solid learning and judgment, peace-
able disposition, and pious deportment, greatly esteemed and beloved by all classes of citizens.
His utencills and domicells, with silver wark and abulzements of bodie, was estimat at j" ii,
buiks and cairts [maps] iii" ii, Frie geir and Inventar vij" lxvijli xis. viijd. He marr.
Janet Guthrie, who died eight years after him, by whom he left three children, James,
Elizabeth, and .—Publications—Heads and Conclusions of the Policie of the kirk
[jointly] Small 8vo, Letters to their Flocke in Edinburgh [jointly], [Calderwood's Hist.
iv.]. Account of the life and death of that illustrious man John Knox |Knox's Works vi. 2
Christ. Mag. vi.]—[Edin. Counc., and Test. Reg., Reg. Assig, Petrie, and Calderwood's Hist.
Wodrow’s Biog. MS. i.]
1587. RobHRT BRUCE, second son of Sir Alex. B., of Airth, born in 1554, was destined by
his parents for the profession of the Law, and sent to Paris to acquire the principles of juris-
prudence, and on his return, conducted his father's business before the Supreme Court, and had
a patent even secured for his seat on the bench. His prospects were relinquished, however, for
the study of theology, which he prosecuted at St. Andrews under the famous Andrew Melville.
He was a member of the Gen. Assembly, 20th June 1587, was “found meitt and apt for the
Burgh 30th following, entered during July, and was elected Moderator of the Assembly, 6th Feb.
same year. Yet near the close thereof, had not declared acceptance of his charge. His stipend
was fixed by the Town Council, 15th Aug. 1589, at j" merks, or £55 11s. 1d. Sterling. So
popular was he at the time, and so gratified was his Majesty by his services that, on leaving the
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kingdom for his marriage with the Queen, 22d Oct. following, he nominated him an
extraordinary Privy Councillor, and requested him to oversee the affairs of the nation,
which he did so judiciously and effectually, that the royal thanks were tendered to him,
19th Feb. 1590. He engaged with others, 17th March thereafter, in crowning Her
Majesty, was again nominated Moderator of Assembly, 22d May 1592, and is understood
to have had great influence in getting the Act of Parliament, 5th June following, passed, which
secured and ratified the privileges of the Scottish Church. By change in the Court policy, he
sunk much in the royal estimation, a charge was issued for his apprehension, and committal to
the Castle with others, 20th Dec. 1596. On the division of the city into parishes, he was
brought into much vexation and trouble in not having previously passed through the solemn
form used in ordination, which was got over by his admission to a charge in the New or Little
Kirk in 1598.-[Presb., & Edin. Coun. Reg., Sermons (Wodrow’s Life), Reg. Assig., Petrie,
dº Calderwood's Hist., Scots Mag. lxiv., Maclaren's Ann. Tao, Chambers's Biog. Dict. i., Acts
Parl., iii. iv.] -
THE COLLEAGUES, or those to whom no parochial district had been allowed, or has been
discovered.
1563. JoHN CRAIG, trans. from Holyroodhouse, entered after 18th June. He proclaimed
or rather denounced the marriage of the unfortunate Queen Mary and the notorious Earl of
Bothwell, in May 1567, was chosen Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 2nd March 1569, and
translated to Montrose in 1571. When minister of the King's House, the Town Council, 13th
Nov. 1584, desired his Majesty to concur with them that he may assist the Kirk of this Burgh at
sic tymes as his Majesty may spair him, and 19th March following, they agree with him for his
service.—[Edin. Cown. Reg, M'Crie's Knoa, ii., Spotswood, Petrie, Row, & Calderwood’s
Hist., Edin. Chr. Inst. iii., Chambers’ Biog. Dict. i., Lee's Lett., Maclaren's Ann. Taa..]
1573. JoHN DURIE, trans. from Leith, entered before 6th Aug. In the Assembly, Oct.
1580, he was appointed Visitor of Teviotdale. For inveighing against the Court in a sermon
he was imprisoned in the Castle till he produced his manuscript. With his colleague Balcan-
qual, he attended the Earl of Morton previous to his execution, June 1581. Reflecting on the
Duke of Lennox and others in a sermon, 23rd May 1582, he was called before the Privy
Council on the 30th, charged to remove from the city and abstain from his ministry. At the
solicitation of the Gude town he was permitted to return, when he was triumphantly met and
welcomed by a great concourse of people, 4th Sept. following, who, in going up the High Street
sung in parts the 124th Psalm. In Nov. thereafter, he was again discharged by his
Majesty from his place in the City and confined to Montrose, the Town Council declaring, 21st
Feb. 1583, “the King will nocht that Mr. John return againe to serve or mak ony residence
heir for causes moving his Majesty.” While here he attended the greater part of the Assem-
blies held in his time, and continued enrolled as in the City, in the Book of Assignations for
1585.-[Reg. Assig, Melvill's Autob., Wodrow’s Miscell, Biog. i., & M.S. Biog. i., Petrie,
Spotswood, Row, and Calderwood's Hist., iii., Edin. Cown. Reg., Edin. Chr. Inst. v., Wew
St. Acc., ix.]
1574. WALTER BALCANQUAL, entered Whitsunday. He got l. merks, 23rd July, as stipend
for that term. He was “desyrit by other towns and large stipend promeist, yet he consentit
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to stay, and accept what they pleased,” when they gave 8th Oct. j. ii, and an eik, 13th Jan. .
following of xxxiii fi vjs viii. d. He was elected to the Chaplaincy of the Altar called Jesus,
20th Nov. 1579. Having had a sermon mainly directed against the influence of the French
at Court, 7th Dec. 1580, he was called before the Privy Council on the 9th following, and dis-
charged. He attended the Earl of Morton while in prison under condemnation, 2nd June
1581. Reflecting on the Court in a sermon, 24th May, and protesting next day at the Cross
in name of the Church against certain Acts of Parliament then passed, a warrant was issued
for his apprehension, on which he fled with his colleague, Lawson, to Berwick, on the 29th,
and 4th Jan, thereafter, his house in the Parliament Square was offered to another, while that
formerly occupied by Durie was given to him, 25th May. In 1586 he was one of eight to
whom was committed the discipline of Lothian by the Gen. Assembly. The house formerly
occupied by his colleague, Watson, was bestowed on him, 28th July 1587, and his stipend
augmented to vº. merks, £27, 15s. 6%d. Sterling. He was appointed to attend the coronation
of her Majesty, 17th May, 1590. In consequence of a tumult, 17th Dec. 1596, for giving
rise to which the ministry were blamed, a warrant was issued for his apprehension, with other
brethren on the 20th, but he escaped to Yorkshire, was put to the horn, and only relaxed 22d
April, and demitted his charge in May, so as to allow a parochial division of the city which for
some time had been proposed. In July they were permitted to return to their ministry till
the division was carried into effect. He returned accordingly, 24th of said month, and in
1598 was admitted to the Trinity College Church for the north-east quarter of the city.—
[Reg. Assig, Presb., and Edin. Cown. Reg., Melvill's Autob., Petrie, Spotswood, Row,
Calderwoods Hist. i., ii.]
* 1568. JoHN CAIRNIS, (probably son of Henry C., skipper in Leith, who was forced to leave the
country, being denounced as a fugitive and condemned for heresy, in 1538) was one of those
who privily held meetings in maintenance of the Protestant faith in the city in 1555, and was
Reader there in 1561. In 1566 application was made to the Assembly, 26th June, that he
might be admitted to the ministry in the city ; they remitted, however, the consideration of
his fitness and sufficiency for the place. Yet as four ministers are mentioned in 1577, his
sufficiency had been sustained, and he must have been included, as he is expressly mentioned as
a fourth minister, 23rd Jan. 1578. A half year's stipend as minister was ordered to be paid,
15th Dec. 1585, and 9th March following, he was ordered “to get payment of his stipend
nochtwithstanding his absence furth of this burgh.” Having been “banisht and put in exile
as also be reason of present dearth,” his stipend was augmented l. merks, being in all ii", merks,
&11, 2s. 2%d., sterling, 15th July 1586. A further addition of I. merks was given with the
other three, making it iii”. merks, £16, 13s. 4d., sterling, 6th Dec. 1588. It was again raised
to iii” lx. merks, £20 sterling, 15th Jan. 1590. While thus stated as a minister by the Town
Council, he only appears in the Books of Assignation as Reader to 1588, and at his death in
1595, still continued as Clerk to the Session, the Town Council having allowed Jonet Wilson,
relict of Mr. John C., Min. ii", merks, 25th Oct. 1596, ordained her to remove from the house,
and to deliver up the “buiks of marriages and baptisms.”—[Knoa's Works ii., M'Crie's Knoa, ii.,
Edin. Cown. Reg., Reg. Assig., Wodrow’s Biog. i., and Miscell., Booke of the Kirk, Keith,
Spotswood, and Calderwood's Hist, Banmatyme Miscell. ii., Lee's Lett., Maclaren's Ann. Taa..]
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1584. JAMES HAMILTON, Min. of Kenmure, or Dalry, in Galloway, elected 27th Nov., with
a stipend of iij merks, £16 13s. 4d. Sterl., and the house formerly occupied either by Durie,
or Balcanqual, admitted for a tyme at his Majesty's command, 16th April 1585. He does
not again appear, but returned to his former charge.—[Edin. Counc. Reg.]
1585. WILLIAM WATSON, entreated by the Council to remain and teach fifteen days, 5th March
1584, adm. 13th April 1585. One of his colleagues was appointed to notify to the Convention
of the Ministers at Dunfermline, 23d Nov. following, “that beand destitut of their awin Min.,
throw the trubill that arease in the Kirk, and beand visite with the Pestilence, Mr. William
exercit the office of a Pastor in all sincerity of doctrine and conversation to the comfort and
contentment of the godlie, desyring he may be associat to their ministry in the Burgh.” He
was warded for a time in the end of that year, for comparing his majesty to Jeroboam, adm. (by the
Presb. Adamson, the Archbishop being present)27th Oct. 1589. By the tumult, 17th Dec. 1596,
for which he and his brethren were blamed, a charge was given on the 20th for his apprehension,
but he withdrew to Fife, made an apology, and was released from the horn 22d April 1597,
permitted to return, and re-entered on duty, 24th July following. On the division of the
city, he was admitted to the South-quarter as stated below.—[Presb., and Edin. Counc. Reg.,
Reg. Assig., Melvill's Autob., Row, and Calderwood's Hist.]
1584. JoHN EDMISTOUN, formerly of Crail. In the great want of ministerial service, the
Town agreed with him 4th Jan., and two days after they allowed him a stipend of iiij merks,
422 4s. 5d. Sterl., with the house of Balcanqual. He was preferred to Dunning in 1586.-
[Edin. Counc. Reg., Maclaren's Ann. Taa..]
1586. JoHN CowPER, son of John C., merchant tailor in the city, and brother of Mr. Will, after-
wards Bishop of Galloway, supplied the want of a min. in the Hie kirk for which he got iſ merks
for stipend 22d June 1586, and was elected by the Town Council, 23d Nov. following, with iſ"
merks of stipend, commencing at Lammas last. Refusing to pray for Queen Mary in terms of
his Majesty’s command while she was under sentence of death, he was ordered by the king to
leave the pulpit, that his place might be supplied by Patrick, Archbishop of St. Andrews, 3d.
Feb., and was imprisoned in the Castle of Blackness, on which the city gave him xl. ii, #3 6s.
8d. Sterl., as a remuneration of the expense to which he had been subjected: trans. to Glasgow,
Feb. 1587. He was probably in the High Church.-[Presb., Test., and Edin. Counc. Reg.,
Booke of the Kirk, Melvill's Autob., Spotswood, Petrie, Row, Calderwood, and Cook's Hist.,
Reg. Assig., Wodrow’s MS Biog. ii.]
1589. JoHN DAVIDSON, formerly of Liberton, ordained to continue till he be provided as the
Kirk and Council crave, 13th May, chosen 3d June, elected Moderator of Synod 16th Sept.,
and was a member of the Gen. Assembly 3d March 1589, but afterward settled in Canongate,
2d charge.—[Booke of the Kirk, Presb. Reg., Calderwood's Hist.] -
1589. JAMES BALFOUR, trans. fr. Idvie. The Commissioners travel with him for his acceptance,
25th June 1589; which, “after lang communing,” was accepted, 8th Oct. thereafter. He was
appointed one of the Visitors for Angus, 27th March 1596. Blamed with his brethren as being
the instigators of a tumult in the city, 17th Dec. following ; a charge was issued on the 20th
for his apprehension, but after being taken, he escaped to Fife by the assistance of the citizens,
was put to the horn, made an apology, was released therefrom 22d April 1597, and returned
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to his charge 24th July following. On the division of the city he was admitted to the North
West quarter in the East or Little Kirk in 1598–LEdin. Counc. Reg., Reg. Assig, Booke of
the Kirk, Melvill's Autob., Calderwood's Hist, Acts Parl. iv.]
1607. PATRICK GALLOWAY, Minister or Chaplain to his Majesty, who had been on the leet,
11th Aug. 1588, was supplicated for by the Town Council to the King, 3d June 1606, the four
Sessions concur 12th Sept. following, having accepted a general ministry, he was appointed
end of June 1607, elected Moderator of the Synod 27th October same year, was a member of
the courts of High Commission, 15th Feb. 1610; 21st Dec. 1615; and 15th June, 1619.
He is mentioned as in the Great Kirk, 21st Feb. 1610. He signed the Protestation for the
Liberties of the Kirk, 27th June 1617, but subsequently withdrew it. Had ij" merks, £11
2s. 24d. Sterl. allowed for house meall 18th Nov. 1618, and was ever eager in support of the
Five Articles of Perth. On the division of the city in 1625, he was nominated to the North
West quarter in the Hie or Great Kirk,25th Nov.and his admission appointed for 24th Jan., which
illness prevented, and he died before 10th Feb. 1626, in 50th Min., when his son James (founder
of the noble family of Dunkeld) was adm, a burges in right of his father. His librarie and buikis
were estimat at iiij” merks, utencils &c., at i' merks; and the Inventar and detts at xi” ix”
lxxxii iis. ix.d. He was called “a man of manie pensions,” and possessing the royal favour,
was zealous in gratifying his Majesty's humour, irrespective of his former character and support
of Presbyterian discipline. He married May 1583, Matillo Guthrie, who died June 1592,
and had two sons and two daugh., James, already noticed, Williame, Dorathie and Cristiane.—
Publications—Catechisme, Lond. 1588, 8vo, A short Discourse of the good ends of the higher
Providence, in the late attempts at his Majesty’s person, Edin. 1600, 12mo. Letters to the
Presb. of Edinburgh, and to James VI. [Orig. Lett..] Apology when he fled to England—Dis-
courses on the Gowrie Conspiracy, [Bannatyne Miscell. i., Pitcairn's Cr. Trials ii.]—[Edin.
Guild, Counc., and Test. Reg., Douglas' Peer., Rollock's Works, Melvill's Autob., Bann.
Miscell. i., Scot's Apolog. Warr., Row, and Calderwood's Hist., Wilson's Pr. Perth.]
1611. THOMAS SydSERFF, A.M., eldest son of James S., merchant in the city, studied and took
his degree at the Univ. thereof, 22d Feb., 1602. Town Council advise with Session anent his
fitness, 14th Nov., 1610, adm. (by the Archbishop) 30th May, 1611. His stipend and house
maill were fixed 14th Aug. following at vij" merks, £31 10s. Sterl, which was raised 28th Sept.
1614, to jº, or £55 11s. 1d. Sterl. He signed the Protestation for the Liberties of the Kirk,
27th June 1617, and on the division of the city in 1625, was fixed to the North-East quarter,
or Trinity College kirk. Probably in Old previous to this. [Edin. Guild, and Counc. Reg., Reg.,
Law's U. Edin., Orig. Lett., Calderwood's Hist, Wodrow Biog., i.]
1614. ANDREW RAMSAY, A.M., trans. fr. Arbuthnot. On the leet 23d T)ec. 1613, elected 28th
April 1614, placed afterward, and had his stipend fixed at j” merks, 4:55 11s. 1d. Sterl., 15th
June following; nominated a member of the Court of High Commission 21st Dec. 1615, and 15th
June 1619, signed the Protestation for the Liberties of the Kirk, 27th June 1617, but
withdrew it, was socht both by the Earl Marischal and the Town to the Principality of his
College at Aberdeen in 1620, when his translation was refused. He was appointed with others
to visit the New College, St. Andrews, 29th Nov. 1621, and on the division of the city in
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1625, fixed to the South-West quarter, or church of Greyfriars. [Edin. Counc., and Guild
Reg., Row, and Calderwood’s Hist., Scot's Apolog. Warr., Burgh Rec. Aberd. ii.]
1614. WILLIAM STRUTHERs, A.M., trans. fr. Glasgow. On the leet 23d Dec. 1613, elected
28th April 1614, adm. after 15th June, and had a stipend of jº' merks, fixed 22d July there-
after. He was one of four appointed by the Gen. Assembly, 1616, to answer the books and
pamphlets written by the Papists, and to revise the new Confession of Faith previous to its
being printed. He signed the Protestation for the Liberties of the Kirk, 27th June 1617, but
afterwards withdrew it ; was named a member of the court of High Commission, 15th June
1619; Moderator of the Presb. 4th Aug. 1621; and on the division of the city in 1625 nomi-
nated to the North-West quarter, or High Church.-[Edin. Guild, and Counc. Reg., Spots-
wood, Row, and Calderwod’s Hist., Scot's Apolog. Warr., Orig. Lett. ii., Acts Parl. iv.]
1621. JoHN GUTHRIE, A.M., trans. fr. Perth, elected 26th March 1620, but refused to accept.
The Council again dealt with him 9th May 1621, he was adm. 15th June following, and
promoted to the Bishopric of Moray in 1623.−| Edin. Counc. Reg., Spotswood, Row, and
Calderwood's Hist., Orig. Lett. ii.] -
1622. WILLIAM FoEBEs, D.D., trans. fr. Aberdeen, elected by the Town Council and Session,
19th Dec. 1621, adm. 21st March 1622, with a stipend of xij" merks, £66 13s. 23d. Sterl. On
the Division of the City in 1625 he was nominated to the South-East quarter, as mentioned
below.—[Edin. Counc. Reg., Spotswood, Row, and Calderwood's Hist., Orig. Lett. ii., Wodrow
MS. Biog. ii.]
OLD CHURCH (RESUMED).
1598. WILLIAM WATSON, above mentioned, was adm. 18th April. Having doubts respect-
ing the circumstances of the Gowrie Conspiracy, he and three of his brethren refused to give
thanks for his Majesty's deliverance in the terms which had been prescribed ; for this they
were summoned to appear before the Privy Council, 9th Sept. 1600, and commanded to be
imprisoned, but recanted on the following day. The King was resolved, however, they
should no longer retain their ministry in the city, and with this view he was transported by
the Gen. Assembly, 16th May 1601, and adm. to Burntisland.—[Presb., and Edin. Counc.
Reg., Spotswood, Row, and Calderwood's Hist, Booke of the Kirk.] The next being
1626. WILLIAM FORBEs, D.D., above mentioned, was adm. 27th Jan. He craved to be
transported, however, “on account of weakness of body,” 14th Aug. thereafter, and was
accordingly re-trans, to his former charge about Michaelmas following—[Edin. Counc. Reg
Row's Hist., Wodrow’s MS. Biog. ii.] -
1626. JoHN MAXWELL, A.M., trans. fr. 2d. charge, demitted on being prom. to the
Bishopric of Ross 26th April 1633.−[Edin. Counc. Reg., Row, and Calderwood's Hist.]
1634. DAVID MITCHELL, A.M., trans. fr. 2d charge, in 1634, deposed 3d Dec. 1638, for
Arminianism and declining the Gen. Assembly. He survived the Restoration of Charles II. 2
and had ij" ii. allowed by Parliament from vacant stipends, on account of his sufferings, 21st
June 1661–LEdin. Counc. Reg., Acts of Ass. 1638, Peterkin's Rec., Kirkton's Hist., Acts
Parl. vii.] . . . - - * . - -
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10 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
ANDREW RAMSAY, A.M., trans. fr. Greyfriars. Had this parish allotted by the Town Council
24th Dec. 1641, and a protection from the celebrated Marquis of Montrose, after the battle of
Kilsyth in 1645, was elected Rector of the Univ. 1646 and 1647, and deposed 27th July
1649, for maintaining the lawfulness of the ea pedition into England; which was taken off 8th
Nov. 1655. He retired to Abbotshall, where he died, 30th Dec. 1659, aged 85. He acted
a conspicuous part in ecclesiastical affairs, yet a degree of inconsistency is shewn in his character,
that can only be accounted for by his desire for peace, and the versatility of his opinions
changing with the times in which he lived, but marked by upright intentions, pure morals,
and respectable and scholarly attainments: being, “a guid, modest, learned, and godlie man,
full of pietie and learning; who for eminence in learning, diligence in his calling, and strict-
ness in his conversation,” says Bishop Guthrie, “was an ornament to the Church of Scotland.”
He mortified iij xxxiijii. vis, viijd. for four Bursers of Divinity at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
the patronage of which is vested in the Town Council, and ministers of the City. He married
Marie Fraser, by whom he had four sons, Sir Andrew of Abbotshall, Lord Provost ; Eleazer;
David ; and William, (a preacher), who was pres, to Pencaitland, 16th Aug. 1641, but gave
way to Calderwood, the ecclesiastical historian, and subsequently was proprietor of Wood-
stoun.--—Publications—Oratio 1600. Paraenesin et Orationes de Laudibus Academiae Salmu-
riensis; Poemata Sacra et Miscellanea et Epigrammata Sacra Edin., 1633, [Del. Poet. Scot. II.,]
A warning to come out of Babell, a Sermon, Edin., 1638, 4to; A Treatise 1646. [Edin. Gen.
Sess, Guild, Counc. Reg., and Reg. (Bapt.), Reg. Sec. Sigill. & Presb., Mem. of Montrose, ii., Peter-
kin's Rec., New St. Acc., ix., Nicoll, and Lamont's Diaries, Row, and Stevenson's Hist, Univ.
Evid. i., Edin. Chr. Inst. vii., Baillie's Lett., Acts Parl. vi., Guthrie's Mem., Bower's Univ.
i., Wodrow's Anal. and MS. Biog. iii.]
1649. THOMAS GARVEN, A.M., trans. from Colinton, elected 3rd, and adm. 28th Dec., or
Jan. following. With two others he declined the authority of the Sheriff, 22nd Aug. 1655,
in praying for his Majesty contrary to an order from the civil power. Deprived 1st Oct. 1662,
by the Act of Privy Council at Glasgow for not submitting to Episcopacy. He died Feb. 1669.
aged about 65, in 30th min. His whole librarie being estimat at j" merks, and the insicht
at j" merks. He marr. Catherine Whyte, who survived him, and had issue, Jean, David,
(died Aug. 1672) Anna, Margaret and James, besides Barbara and Katherine, who died young.
[Edin. Coun., Gen. Sess, Guild, Test., Reg. (Bapt. and Bur), and Cupar Reg. (Deaths), Wicoll,
Lamont, and Brodie's Diaries, Kirkton, & Wodrow’s Hist, Blair's Autob., Peterkin's Rec.]
1662. ARCHIBALD TURNER, A.M., trans. fr. North Berwick, elected by the Town Council,
22nd Oct., and adm. (in the High Ch.) 15th Nov. 1662, appointed Sub-Dean of the Chapel
Royal, 4th June 1663. The Privy Council, 2nd July 1674, being informed “ of some insolent
expressions of his at a meeting of Presbytery” for a National Synod or Convocation, he was
removed to Glasgow by his Majesty's command, 10th following ; but having expressed his
sorrow for so doing, he was allowed to return in the following year. The degree of D.D.,
was conferred on him, and he died suddenly, 30th March 1681, aged about 59, in 34th min.
His librarie, besides what was given away by him, was estimat at iiij merks, and the insicht
at iſ merks. He marr. Rebecca Cupar, who died 2nd Dec. 1675, aged 47. His brother,
Sir James Turner, was served heir, 10th May 1681–Edin. Coun., Guild, and Test. Reg.,
PARISH OF ST. GILES. 11
Lamont, Wicol, and Fountainhall’s Diaries, Kirkton, and Wodrow’s Hist., Wisbet's Her., i.,
Reg. Sec. Sigill vii., Ing. Ret. Fife 1196, Haddingt. 342, and Gen. 6298, Blair's Autob., Mon-
teith's Mort. ii.] -
1681. ALEXANDER RAMSAY, trans. fr. Greyfriars, pres, by the Town Council, 18th March,
1681, and adm. Soon after. A poor woman was condemned to death for beating him in
Church, 28th March 1682. He was suspended 16th Feb. 1686, for expressing fears of Popery,
but afterwards reponed. Teprived by the Privy Council, 10th Sept. 1689, for not praying for
their Majesties, William and Mary, and praying expressly for the late King and Bishops, after
they were abolished by Act of Parliament. He died of gravel, 17th Aug. 1702, in his 64th
year. A son, Robert, merchant in the city, died in Nov. 1716.-Test., and Edin. Cown. Reg.,
Fountainhall's Diary, and Dec. i., Reg. Bur., Peterkin's Const., Kirkton, and Wodrow’s Hist.
iii., Rule's Sec. Vindication, Monro's Apol., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.]
1691. DAVID BLAIR, A.M., eldest son of Mr. Rob. Blair of St. Andrews, born in 1637, studied
at the Univ. of that city, and attained his degree, 28th July 1656. He emigrated to Hol-
land, and took up his abode at Leyden. On the erection of a second charge in the Scots
Church at the Hague, in 1688, he was called unanimously and ordained 20th June following,
elected to Rotterdam in the following year, but refused, having been called unanimously, 28th
June 1689, to Edinburgh (New Meeting-house) was appointed chaplain to his Majesty, 1st
Aug. 1690, and was a member of the Gen. Ass., 16th Oct. 1690, adm. 9th Aug. 1691,
called to Inveresk, Feb. 1693, elected Moderator of the Assembly, 2nd Feb. 1700, and died
10th June 1710, in his 74th year, and 23rd min. He was highly accomplished as a divine,
an exact preacher, with a gracefulness and carriage superior to most of his brethren. He married
Eupham Nisbet who died 2nd June 1740, aged 75, and had two sons who became min., Mr.
Robert of Athelstanford, and Mr. Archibald of Garvald, and a daugh. Eupham, who marr. Mr.
Robert Hunter, min. of Livingston. —[Blair's Autob., Hill's Life of Blair, Blair's Serm.,
Steven's Ch. Rotterd, Edin. Cown., Presb., Syn., W.E. Sess., & Test Reg., Reg. Bur., & Priv.
Seal v., Peterkin's Constitution, Wodrow's Anal., & M.S., Hamilton's Lanark, Hist. Gen. Ass.
1690, Leven & Melv. Pap., Acts Parl., ix., xi.]
1713. JAMES NISBET, A.M., trans. fr. Innerwick, called 23rd May, appointed by the Presb. 2nd,
and entered [or was admitted] 27th September ; died from having fractured his skull by a fall
on the stair two days previous, 8th Aug. 1756, in 80th age, and 54th min. He marr. June
1707, Mary daugh. of Mr. Dav. Pitcairn, of Dreghorn, who died 10th Jan. 1757, by whom
he had William, and Mary ; Mary who marr, her cousin Principal Robertson, Philip, min.
of Hutton, and Janet, who died 23rd April, 1775. Publication.—The Perpetuity of the
Christian Religion, a Sermon, Edin, 1737, 8vo.—[Presb., Syn., Innerwick Sess., and Edin. Reg.
(Bur), Murray's Biog. Ann., &c.]
1758. DANIEL MACQUEEN, trans. fr. Stirling, called 13th Aug. 1756, adm. 15th June 1758.
Had D.D., conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh, 12th April 1759, and died 22nd Oct. 1777,
in 42nd min, “equally distinguished by the vigour of his understanding, and the extent of his
literature. His information on every subject to which he applied his mind was so exact and
minute, that in matters of research his literary friends had frequent intercourse to him, to give
them confidence in their own investigations.” He marr. 10th Sept, 1762, Warburton, daugh.
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of Ronald Dunbar, Esq., W.S., who died 7th Sept. 1766, and had a son Daniel, min. of Pres-
tonkirk, and two daugh., one of whom marr. John Moir, Esq., W.S., and the other, James
Wilkie, Esq., of Gilchreston.—Publications. – Observations on Daniel's Prophecy of the
Seventy Weeks, Edin., 1748, 8vo. Letters on Mr. Hume's History of Great Britain.
Edin, 1756, 8vo. A Sermon on Coloss. i. 23, Edin, 1759, 8vo.—[Presb., Syn., & Test. Reg.,
Moncreiff’s Life of Erskine, Soc. Serm. 1780, &c.]
1778. JAMES MACKNIGHT, D.D., trans. fr. Lady Yester's, adm. 26th Nov. 1778; unanimously
appointed Joint Collector of the Ministers' Widows’ Fund, 17th Feb. 1784, and died 13th Jan.
1800, in his 79th year, and 47th min. Distinguished as one of the most able commentators
and divines which the Church of Scotland has produced. Favoured by a good constitution, he
was indefatigable in theological study, and not less in pastoral duty; while his judicious counsel
was uniformly tendered in support of the ecclesiastical polity which guided the measures of the
Church. To him she is mainly indebted for the Declaratory Act of the Assembly, 1782, con-
cerning Moderation of Calls ; and it has been well said, “that deep learning, sound judgment,
and great respectability of character, rendered him one of the brightest ornaments of our
Church.” He marr., 30th April 1754, Elizabeth, eldest daugh. of Sam. M'Cormick, General
Examiner of Excise, who died 10th March 1813, by whom he had four sons, of whom Dr.
Thomas was afterwards settled in the same church-Publications—A Harmony of the Four
Gospels, with a paraphrase and notes. Lond., 1756, 4to ; 2nd edit., 2 vols, Lond, 1763, 4to.
The Truth of the Gospel History. Lond., 1763, 4to. A Literal Translation from the Origi-
nal Greek of all the Apostolic Epistles, with a Life of the Apostle Paul. 4 vols, Edin., 1795,
4to, 2nd edit., 7 vols. 8vo. [Presb. Reg., Scots Mag. lxix., Chambers’ Biog. Dict, iii., &c.]
1800. ANDREW BROWN, D.D., trans. fr. New Greyfriars, elected by the Town Council, 19th
Feb., and adm. 24th July 1800; also adm. Professor of Rhetoric and Belles Lettres in the
Univ., 14th Nov. 1801, which he held in conjunction ; elected Moderator of the Gen.
Assembly, 20th May 1813; died, 19th Feb. 1834, in his 71st year, and 47th min., character-
ized by the eloquent composition of his writings, the unobtrusiveness of his manners, and the
kindness of his feelings. He marr. a daugh. of Mr. Cranston, of Harvieston, by whom he had
a son ; 2ndly, 7th March 1805, Mary, eldest daug. of Dr. Gregory Grant, physician, Edin.,
who died 17th Jan. 1826, ; 3rdly, 10th March 1830, Mary Ogilvie, relict of Pearson,
Esq., who died 18th April 1852–Publications—[Two single Sermons, Edin., 1801, 1810,
8vo, Notice of the Life and Character of Alex. Christison, A.M., Professor of Humanity
[Edin. 1820], 8vo. An elaborate History of America was prepared by him for the Press, but .
has not been published.— Presb, and Syn. Reg., &c.]
1835. JoHN LEE, D.D., LL.D., M.D., trans. fr. Lady Yester's, pres. by the Town Council,
July 1834, adm. 22nd Jan. 1835, was proposed as Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 18th May
1837, but defeated by a majority of 262 to 59, adm. Principal of the United College, St.
Andrews, 12th June 1837, which he resigned in November following. On the establishment
of a Board in Scotland for printing and publishing Bibles in 1839, he was named Secretary,
which he declined to accept ; adm. Principal of the Univ. of Edin, 12th March 1840, a Deanry
of the Chapel Royal of Stirling being annexed. He demitted his parochial charge in May,
which was accepted, 30th Sept, same year, was unanimously elected Moderator of the
PARISH OF ST. GILES. 13
Assembly, 16th May 1844, and died, 2nd May 1859, in his 80th year, and 52nd min. With
his vast stores of varied and minute information, it is to be regretted he had much ill health,
which destroyed his energy, and prevented him accomplishing much of his literary projects,
which would have given additional lustre to his memory, and benefitted society. He marr. 5th
July 1813, Rose, daugh. of the Rev. Dr Mason, Min. of Dunnichen, who died 23rd Oct. 1833,
by whom he had William, Min. of Roxburgh, and several others; 2ndly, 30th June 1841,
Charlotte E. Wright.—Publications—Dissert. Med., Inaug. De Viribus Animi in Corpus
Argentibus, Edin., 1801, 8vo. Six Single Sermons, Edin., 1809-1829, 8vo. Memorial for
the Bible Societies in Scotland, and Additional Memorial, Edin. 1824-1826, 8vo. Letter
relating to the Annuity Tax, and the Ecclesiastical arrangements proposed for Edinburgh,
Edin. 1834, 8vo. Refutation of the Charges brought against him by the Rev. Dr Chalmers
and others, two parts, Edin. 1837, 8vo. Lectures on Church History, 2 vols, Edin. 1860, 8vo.
Inaugural Addresses, Edin. 1862, feap. 8vo. Pastoral Addresses of the General Assembly,
Edin. 1864, feap. 8vo. He contributed a number of articles to Brewster's Edin. Encyclo-
paedia, edited Vita Rob. Rollock (for the Bannatyne Club), Edin. 1826, 4to.; Wodrow’s
Life of James Wodrow, A.M., Edin. 1828, 12mo, contributed Introduction to the Edin-
burgh Academic Annual for 1840,-edited Joceline's Mother's Legacie to her Unborn Childe,
Edin. 1852, 18mo.—and contemplated editing the “Tracts of David Fergusson,” which has
since been done for the Bannatyne Club, Edin. 1860, 8vo.— Presb. Reg., Hogg's Instruct,
Anderson's Sketches, &c.]
COLLEGIATE, OR SECOND CHARGE
uncollegiated by the Presb., 27th April 1836, with a view to the erection of Greenside.
1598. JoHN HALL, trans. fr. Leith. It is stated by Calderwood that he was adm. 18th April
1598, but the Town Council only appointed to travel with his Majesty for getting him, 26th May,
his acceptance is intimated 10th Nov., and he was adm., 7th Dec., same year (in the New kirk).
Hesitating to believe in the Gowrie Conspiracy, and to offer thanksgiving for his Majesty's de-
liverance on 5th August 1600, he and his brethren were, on the 6th, discharged from preaching,
under pain of death, in his Majesty’s dominions, so they left the city on the 14th ; but Hall
and another were called before the Privy Council 10th of the following month, and declared
themselves satisfied of its truth ; Mr. H. was therefore reponed to his charge by royal authority
in October. He was elected Moderator of the Assembly, by a majority, 12th May 1601. He
was seized with the pestilence April 1604, but recovered. Being unfavourable to the views
of the brethren who held an Assembly at Aberdeen in 1605, he consented to their imprison-
ment, and would join in no steps for their relief. In 1606 he was nominated by the Assembly
as constant Moderator of the Presb., and they were charged by the Privy Council, 17th Jan.
1607, to receive him within twenty-four hours after notice, under pain of rebellion. He had
a gift from his Majesty, 17th Feb. 1605, of an yearly pension for lyff of iſ li from the priory
of Quhithorn ; to which was added another, 12th April 1608, of iſ fi, from the same source ;
was also named a member of the court of High Commission, 15th Feb. 1610, but was removed
to the East, or Little Kirk, at his Majesty's request, after 21st of same month.-[Edin.
14 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
Counc., Presb., Syn., and Privy Counc. Reg., Booke of the Kirk, Row, Spotswood, and
Calderwood's Hist, Orig. Lett. i., Reg. Assig, and Presb., Melvill's Autob.] The next was
1626. JoHN MAXWELL, A.M., trans. fr. Trinity College, elected by the Town Council, 14th
Dec. 1625, adm. 27th Jan. following, trans, to 1st charge same year—[Edin. Coun. Reg.]
1628. DAVID MITCHELL, A.M., trans. from Garvock, presented by the Town Council, 25th
Jan., and adm. before 9th April thereafter, with a stipend of i'ij merks, £66, 13s. 4d., and
was trans, to 1st charge about 1634.—[Edin. Coun. Reg., Row's Hist.] - t
1635. DAVID FLETCHER, A.M., second son of And. F., merchant, Dundee, studied at the
Univ. of St. Andrews, and attained his degree in 1625, elected by the Town Council, 29th
April, and adm. 22nd May 1635. In 1638 he was assaulted and maltreated by several women
for no other reason than hesitating to obey the populace of the day. Deposed by the Com-
mission of Assembly, 1st Jan. 1639, for declining the Gen. Assembly at Glasgow in the preceding
year, and reading and defending the Service Book. It was taken off, however, by the Gen.
Assembly, 27th Aug. thereafter. His younger brother, Sir John, rose to be Tord Advocate
in 1661.-Act. Rect. U. St. And, Edin. Coun. Reg., Peterkin's Rec., Acts Gen. Ass. 1638,
Monteith's Mori, ii., Baillie's Lett. i., Stevenson’s Hist., Wodrow’s M.S. lxiii., Beatson's Pol.
Indea..]
1647. JAMES HAMMILTOUN, trans. fr. Dumfries, pres. by the Council and Gen. Session, 13th
July, and adm. 26th Nov. 1647. He was a member of the Assembly, 1648, when he and Mr.
James Guthrie were appointed to draw up an account of the duties of Elders, and a form for
visitation of families. In 1649 he was appointed one of the Visitors for the Univ. of St.
Andrews, 16th Jan. and likewise for that of Edinburgh, 31st July. He was also nominated
by the Estates, May 1650, for examining the celebrated Montrose after his capture. In
Jan. 1651 he was one of a committee who met with the Protesters at St. Andrews to
accommodate their differences, but it was without effect. While sitting with a committee of
the Estates at Alyth, 28th Aug. thereafter, he was seized, with many others, by the English
army, carried to England, and detained prisoner nineteen months. He was discharged by
Parliament, 7th Aug. 1662, for declining to join the Bishops in church discipline, and died 10th
March 1666, in 66th age, and 41st min. “A learned and diligent man, whose preaching was
doctrinal, rather than exhortatory.” He marr. Elizabeth, daugh. of Mr. Dav. Watson, min. of
Killeavy, Ireland, by whom he had fifteen children; of whom Mr. Archibald, min. of Killinchy,
Jane, Mary, and Elizabeth, arrived at maturity.—[Edin. Coun, Canongate (Bur), Sess, Gen.
Sess., & Test. Reg., Livingstone's Life and Charac, Wicol, Lamont, & Brodie's Diaries, Reid's
Ireland, Acts of Ass., & Parl. MSS., Reg. Sec. Sigill, Peterkin's Rec., Baillie's Lett. ii., iii.,
Stevenson and Wodrow’s Hist, dº Select Biog. i.] -
1663. ANDREw KYNNEIR, A.M., trans. fr. East Calder, elected by the Town Council, 28th
Oct. Died 1682, before 24th March, aged about 42, in 19th min., having marr. 10th Sept.
1668 Marion Mason, and had Alexander, Jean, Andrew, Barbara, James, William and
Andrew.—[Edin Coun., Guild, and Reg. (Marr, and Bapt.)
1683. JoHN FARQUHAR, trans. fr. Tron Ch., elected by the Town Council, 24th March,
deposed by the Commiss. of Assembly, Jan. 1691, for declining the authority of the Church.-
[Edin. Coun. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.] -
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1690. GEORGE CAMPBELL, A.M., trans. fr. Dumfries, called said year, holding in conjunction
the Professorship of Divinity in the Univ. He was also named on the commission for visiting
schools and colleges the same year, and died 3rd July 1701, aged about 66, in 43rd min.
Joined to great and universal learning, piety and prudence, he had prodigious application and
diligence, and was withal very modest, humble, and bashful. He is said to have read as much
as some forty ministers had done. From a habit of rising early, in opposition to that of his
friend Principal Rule, he was called “the Morning Star,” so that on hearing of the death of
his esteemed associate, only twenty-six days before his own, he quaintly observed “the Evening
Star has now gone down, and the Morning Star will soon disappear.” He marr. Marion Fyfe,
by whom he had James, Marion, and Christian, who marr. Mr. Geo. Chalmers, min. of Kil-
winning ; 2ndly, 4th Feb. 1697, Catherine, daugh. of Mr. Rob. Blair, min. of St. Andrews.-
[Presb., & Edin. Reg. (Marr. Bapt. & Bur), Edin. Grad, Edin. Chr. Inst. xxv., Leven & Melv.
Pap, Calamy's Acc. ii., Wodrow's Anal. iii., & Hist iii., iv., Acts Parlix. Bower's Univ.]
1703. JoHN ORR, trans. fr. Bothwell, appointed by the Presb., 9th Dec. 1702, adm. next year,
died 25th Jan, 1707, in 44th age, and 19th min. He had books lent valued at £8, 8s. The
Inventar amounted to ij"v" lxxiiijiiijs.vd. Grizell Myreton his widow died after 1745. He had
three sons and four daugh., Mr. Andrew, min. of Carluke, John, David, Jean, Elizabeth, Grizel,
and Janet—Presb, and Test. (Edin, Glasg, and Lan), and Edin. Reg. (Bur).]
1708. WILLIAM MITCHELL, trans. fr. Canongate, called 17th May, appointed by the Presb.
23rd and entered 27th June, elected Moderator of the Gen. Assemblies, 26th April 1710,
6th May 1714, and 2nd May 1717 ; and appointed one of his Majesty's Chaplains in Ordi-
nary in 1710; trans. to the High Church, 11th Jan. 1721–LPresb., & Syn. Reg.]
1721. JAMEs CRAIG, A.M., trans. fr. Dunbar, called 17th Nov. 1720, adm. 16th March, foi-
lowing and died 31st Jan. 1731, in his 62d year, and 30th min., “A very grave, modest man,
and a fervent and distinct preacher, highly valued by his people,” with a kind of burr in his
speech, which as he warmed in his discourse was not much observed. The time spent in
Church Judicatories he regretted as, from heat and contention, to him it was a source of un-
easiness, and dispeace of mind. He marr. Margaret Oswald, who survived him, by whom he
had fifteen or sixteen children, of whom only two survived him.—Publications—Spiritual Life,
or Poems on Divine Subjects, Edin. 1727, 12mo ; Sermons, 3 vols., Edin. 1732-1738, 8vo,
[of which two in the first vol. were published singly, Edin. 1732, 8vo.]—[Presb., and Yester
Sess. Reg., Wodrow's Anal.]
1732. PATRICK CUMING, A.M., trans. fr. Lochmaben, called 18th Nov. 1731, adm. 20th Jan.
following, elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 11th May 1749. Had D.D. conferred in
1752, was again elected Moderator of Assembly by a great majority, 14th May 1752; a
third time, 20th May 1736, and died 1st April 1756, in his 81st year, and 56th min.
Distinguished by erudition, liberality of sentiment and extensive benevolence, not less than by
his talents as a public speaker, he acquired such influence in the Church as to have the chief
management in her affairs from almost the time of his settlement in the city till 1751, through
the support of the noble family of Argyll, then holding in their hands the Government of
Scotland. After that period he allied himself to a certain extent in opposition to the measures
and policy of the celebrated Dr. Robertson. He marr. Anne, eldest daugh. of Mr. David
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Lauder, of the family of Fountainhall, who died 24th Nov. 1769, and had five sons and a
daugh. Robert the eldest, and Patrick the third were both Professors in the Univ. of Edin-
burgh and Glasgow ; Thomas, the youngest, was a surgeon, and died in India in 1776; Jean,
the daugh., died in the year preceding.—Publications—(Three single Sermons, 8vo), 1726-
1760, 8vo.—[Presb. and Syn. Reg., Wodrow’s Anal., Moncreiff’s Life of Erskine, Morren's
Ann, Mackenzie's Life of Home, Carlyle's Autob., Douglas’ Bar, Erskine's Disc. i, &c.]
1776. Robert HENRY, D.D., trans. fr. New Greyfriars, adm. 19th Dec. A pension of
£100 yearly was bestowed on him by his Majesty, 28th May 1781, “in consideration of his
distinguished talents and great literary merit,” on the solicitation of Lord Chief Justice
Mansfield. Died 24th Nov. 1790, in his 73d year, and 42d min. No man was more steady
or active in pursuing his purpose, or sought the means of attaining it with more integrity.
As an ecclesiastic he followed the dictates of his own mind, and persevering in his principles
was generally ranked with the minority in the Gen. Assembly. But the great masterpiece and
work of his life was the History of Great Britain. During the early period of its publication it
was attacked with hostility and venom, almost unequalled, by the celebrated Dr. Gilb. Stuart,
yet of which the elegant and accurate historian Hume observed, “his historical narratives
are as full as those remote times seem to demand, and at the same time his inquiries of the
antiquarian kind omit nothing which can be an object of doubt or curiosity. All superflu-
ous embellishments are avoided ; and the reader will hardly find in our language any perform-
ance that unites together so perfectly the two great points of entertainment and instruction.”
He devised and carried into effect in 1762 a scheme for the widows and orphans of Dissenting
ministers in the north of England. And a few days before his death bequeathed his library
to the Magistrates, Town Council, and Presbytery of Linlithgow, as the foundation of one for
the use of the public. He marr. in 1763 Ann Balderston, who died 15th Feb. 1800, without
issue.—Publications—The History of Great Britain, 6 vols. The last vol. being posthumous,
was edited by Sir H. Moncrieff Wellwood, and one or two chapters added by Mr. Malcolm Laing,
Lond., 1771-1793, 4to, [5th edit. 12 vols., 1823, 8vo, translated into French, 1789-1796.]
Revelation the most effectual means of civilizing and reforming mankind : a Sermon, Edin.
1773, 8vo. He also translated Goguet's Origin of Laws, Arts and Sciences, 3 vols., Edin., 1761,
8vo.—[Presb. Reg., Hist. vi., Chambers’ Biog. Dic. iii., Wimmo's Stirlingsh., Scots Mag. liii.,
New St. Acc. viii., &c.] - +
1791. HENRY GREIVE, D.D., trans. fr. New Greyfriars, pres. by the Town Council,
March, and adm. 16th June ; he died 10th Feb. 1810, in his 74th year, and 48th
min. He laboured to ensure its success by exhibiting the infallible proofs of his ministry, and
inculcating its fundamental doctrines of faith toward the Lord Jesus Christ, of repentance
towards God, and a perpetual dependance on the operation of Spirit for quickening all good
desires, and fulfilling all holy resolutions. Through the various judicatories of the church, he
laboured to maintain the pure doctrine delivered in its standards, to secure the learning and
piety of its minsters, and to guard their independence in the exercise of their function. He
also possessed an innate and habitual taste for goodness, which being reflected in his appear-
ance, manner, and conversation, constituted the charm of his social character. He marr. 14th
June 1762, Janet Home, who died 14th March 1810; by whom he had a son, Henry Home,
NEW OR HIGH KIRK. 17
min, of Crichton, and others, the greater part of whom predeceased him—Publications—(Three
Occasional Sermons, Edin. 1784-1796, 8vo.)—[Presb. Reg., Brown's Fun. Serm., &c.]
1810. THOMAS MACKNIGHT, D.D., trans. fr. Trinity College Ch. pres, by the Town Council,
Narch and adm. 15th May 1810. Unanimously elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 18th
May 1820, and died 21st Jan. 1836, in his 74th year, and 45th min. His great learning
in various branches of knowledge, pointed him out as well fitted for a Professorial chair, as he
taught both in the Greek and Natural philosophy classes with no small eclot. But though
esteemed as a sensible and intellectual, yet he was not ranked as a popular preacher. He
marr. 18th April 1808 Christian Craufurd, eldest daughter of Thomas Macknight, Esq. of
Ratho, who died 29th Jan. 1862; by whom he had a son, James, W.S., and other children.
—Publications—A Discourse, addressed to the Volunteers of Leith, Edin. 1795, 8vo. Ac-
count of the Rev. Dr. Macknight. [Transl. of the Epistles, 2d Edit.]—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
NEW OR LITTLE KIRK, NOW THE HIGH CHURCH.
Used in 1564. In 1562 a seat was appropriated in it for the Magistrates and Council. It was proposed
to apportion it in 1584, and accordingly it was apportioned for the North-West quarter of the City in 1598.
After a dispute of four years duration, it was enlarged by removing a division wall in 1600. It was
changed to the Hie or Great Kirk at or before 25th Nov. 1625, and his Majesty directed, 11th Oct.
1633, to erase the division wall between the Great and Little Kirks, which had stood about fifty years,
that it might be a Cathedral kirk for the New Diocese. The wall was therefore removed in the beginning
of 1634, and 10th Feb. 1636 one of the incumbents was ordered to Durham, to take a plan of the choir of
the Cathedral there, in order that St. Giles' might be fitted after the same manner. After the change
in 1638 it was recalled to its Presbyterian form of worship, and apportioned to the North quarter of the
City in 1641. In 1651 it is stated as the best kirk in the City. The royal arms were stript from his
Majesty's seat, by Order of the English Commissioners, 7th Feb., 1652. It was again ordered to be divided
in 1655, and after the alteration, opened 21st Dec., 1656, but enlarged and the division removed in 1660,
since which period it has been the principal church in the city.
1587. ROBERT ROLLOCK, A.M., Principal of the Univ. was appointed to teach in the East
Kirk in the morning, 5th Sept. 1587, but 13th Dec. 1589, another was appointed for that duty,
in 1596 he took a full charge, was elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 10th May 1597,
and removed to the South-West quarter, or the Upper Tolbooth, probably the West portion
of St. Giles' in 1598–Presb., and Edin. Counc. Reg., Calderwood's Hist, Craufurd’s Univ.]
1598. ROBERT BRUCE, formerly in the City. It had been resolved he should be admitted to
this charge, 18th April 1598, with imposition of hands, (a ceremony which had not been observed
at his entry to the city, and which he considered unnecessary from the call of the people and
his own acceptance), and considering it as throwing a doubt on the reality of his former
ministry, he hesitated and objected till the 19th May following, when it was effected by the
Commissioners of Assembly. He was deprived of his pension of xxiij. chalders victual, from
the Abbey of Arbroath by his Majesty, 10th Feb. 1599, but retained it by decree of the
Court of Session to the high displeasure of his sovereign. Yet it was considerably lessened by the
royal pleasure, Jan. 1600. The ministers of the city being commanded by the King in
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Council, 6th Aug. following, to offer up thanksgiving for his Majesty's deliverance from the
Gowrie Conspiracy, on the preceding day five of them, particularly Mr. B. hesitated, being
doubtful of its truth, when, on the 12th, they were discharged preaching in his Majesty's
dominions, under pain of death, and on the 14th they left the city. In Sept. they were again
called before the Privy Council, when four declared themselves satisfied of its verity. Bruce,
however, still maintaining his opinion was confined in the house of Airth, 11th Sept., and in
obedience to the sentence of the Priv. Council, sailed on the 3d, and on 8th Nov. arrived in
France. He returned to England in March, and was permitted to come to Scotland, 25th Sept.
1601, was again confined to Airth, April 1602, and, professing himself satisfied of Gowrie's
guilt, he received permission 25th June, to travel in any part of the country, except four
miles around Edinburgh. The Gen. Assembly, 15th Nov. thereafter thought it reasonable
that he should testify his satisfaction from the pulpit, which he refused, on which the Com-
missioners of the Assembly, 25th Nov. 1603, declared his re-entry to the charge his own
fault, and deprived him 27th Feb. 1605, yet in the register 1608 he is still mentioned as in
the charge. He was confined to Inverness, 18th Aug. 1605, where he remained four years
in the exercise of his gifts, till he went to Aberdeen and stayed three months, when he was
charged to return to his former confinement. On a vacancy, he supplied for a time the charge
of Forres, after which he returned to his own house at Kinnaird, Aug. 1613. He also officiated
at Stirling, on a vacancy in the second charge, till he was compelled to remove, March 1619
to Kinnaird, after which he went for a while to another property in Monkland. Going to
Edinburgh on important pecuniary business, he was confined in the Castle from 29th Aug.
1620 till Jan, following, when he was ordained to return to Inverness and four miles around,
during the royal pleasure, to which he submitted, 18th April 1622, and remained till Sept.
1624, returning to Kinnaird on his private affairs, on condition of returning to Inverness
when charged. In 1629, having ventured to preach in the vicinity of Edinburgh he was, by
his Majesty's order, confined to his own house of K., with only a liberty of two miles around
it, where he died, 13th July 1631, in his 77th year, and 44th min. His buikis were esti-
mat at ij" ii. The abulzements at j" ii., and with his pension from Arbroath crop. 1631,
amounted to xv" li. His firm and energetic mind, inflexible independence, and stainless
integrity indicated his superior character. To the spirit of a baron, sprung from the greatest
warriors in the kingdom, he added that of a faithful servant of Christ, and if his language and
manners seem now irreconcilable with the respect due to his sovereign, yet they shew a manli-
ness of spirit and principle not uncommon at that period. In person he was tall and digni-
fied, with a majestic countenance and venerable appearance in the pulpit, and a knowledge of
the Scriptures beyond most of the age. He marr., 9th June 1590, Margaret, daugh. of
James Douglas of Parkhead, who died Nov. 1620, and left a son Robert (whose fifth descen-
dent was the explorer and traveller of Abyssinia) besides others, and four daugh., Anna,
Margaret, Maria, Jeane, and James.—Publications—Sermons upon the Sacrament of the
Lord's Supper, Edin., 1590. Sermons preached in the Kirk of Edinburgh, Edin., 1591,
[which, with another, and Life by Wodrow, were edited by Will. Cunningham, D.D., and
printed for the Wodrow Soc., 1843, 8vo.]—[Sermons, Presb., Syn., Edin. (Bapt.), Counc., and
NEW OR HIGH CHURCH. 19
Test Reg. (Stirl), Bopke of Kirk, Petrie, Spotswood, Row, and Calderwood's Hist, Melvill's
Autob., Scot's Mag. lxiv, Orig. Lett, Chamber's Biog. Diot. i., Reg. Assig.] -
1610. JoHN HALL, trans, fr. SE, quarter or Great Kirk, in terms of his Majesty's request,
and adm. (after 21st Feb.). He was a member of the Gen. Assembly same year, and of
the court of High Commission, 21st Dec. 1615. In 1616 he drew up with Mr. John
Adamson, Min. of Liberton, a Confession of Faith and Catechism. In 1617, he signed the
Protestation for the Liberties of the Kirk, 27th June, but soon after withdrew it, and de-
mitted, March 1619, in respect of his age and infirmity, though, it has been alleged, it was
more from fear of giving offence regarding the articles of Perth, and the loss of his pension.
Suspecting he encouraged the populace in resisting these articles, the Privy Council 17th June
following, ordained him to remove to the burgh of Montrose within forty-eight hours, which
was changed to Perth and two miles around, 12th Aug. thereafter. He died Aug., 1627,
William, Andrew, and Robert.—Publication—Catechism, Edin., 1619.- Edin. (Bapt.), Counc.,
Guild, and Test. Reg., Orig. Lett, Booke of the Kirk, Melvill's Autob, Scott's Apolog. Warr,
Row, and Calderwood’s Hist., Wodrow’s MS. Biog. ii.] -
1626. WILLIAM STRUTHER, A.M., formerly in the city, adm. 25th Jan. On the erection
of the Diocese he was constituted the Dean, and died 9th Nov. 1633, aged about 55, in 27th
min. His Librarie was estimat at iij" merks. His books lying at London unbound, ij merks.
The utencils, silver work, &c., jº' merks. Frie Geir, debts deducit xv" ix." Xxxiijli, vis, viijd.
He founded vi" merks to the Univ. of Edinburgh and Glasgow for maintaining two Bursars or
Theology at each, to poor students of the said towns, or ministers' sons in the said presbyteries;
the Councils and ministers of these cities being Patrons. He also left to the College Library,
fifty buikis or volumes to be chosen by the Primar, and after him fifty to that of Glasgow to
be chosen by the Principal ; the rest of his library he bequeathed equally to Mr. James
Robertoun, Commissary of Hamilton and Campsie, his brother-in-law, Mr. Robt. Baillie, min.
of Kilwinning, and Mr. James Layng, min. of Kirknewton. He likewise left to the House
of Correction jº li., to the poor of the NW. quarter, jºii., and further, j% ii. to the Trinity
Hospital, which was afterwards recalled, because Sir James Ker of Crelinghall had broken
and gone away with the lyk Soume. He was very pious and learned, and perhaps the most
eloquent and renowned preacher of his time. He marr. Elizabeth or Elspet, daugh. of
Arch. Robertoun, of Stonehall, she died Feb. 1641, and had William, Margaret, James and
Elizabeth, twins, and Samuel.—Publications — Christian Observations and Resolutions, 2
vols., Edin. 1628–1629, fep. 8vo. Looking Glasse of Princes and People, with a Looking
Glasse for Princes and Pope, Edin. 1632, 4to. True Happiness, or King David's Choice,
Lond. 1633, 4to. Letter to the Earl of Airthe. [Grievances of Ministers, 1635, sm.
8vo.]—[Edin. (Bapt.), Counc., and Test. Reg., Row, and Calderwood's Hist, Reg. Pres, Presb.
Reg., Evid, on the Univ. ii., Baillie's Lett. iii., Dempsteri. Hist. ii., Deeds Coll. of Glasg., Kirk
Pap., Bannatyne Miscell. ii., Wodrow’s MS. Biog., ii.]
1634. THOMAS SydsERFF, A.M., trans. fr. Trinity College, pres, to the Deanery by Charles
I., 18th Jan. ; elected by the Council, 12th, and adm. 19th Feb. 1634; demitted 30th July
20 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
following, having been consecrated Bishop of Brechin. —[Reg. Pres., Edin. Counc. Reg.,
Wodrow’s MS. Biog. ii.] - -
1635. JAMEs HANNAy, A.M., trans. fr. Halyroodhouse, pres. to the Deanery by Charles I.,
13th May and 20th Oct. 1634, elected and pres, by the Council, 30th March 1635, and
adm. Soon after. Not being a favourite with his people, he engaged with the Bishop, 23d
July 1637, in attempting to read the Liturgy, and being against subscribing the Covenant he
was assaulted in the church, Sunday, 8th March 1638, had his gown torn, and himself beat with
hands. Deposed 1st Jan. 1639, for declining the Gen. Assembly, and reading and defending
the Service Book. He died before 21st June 1661, when his children had j fi, allowed by
Parliament, out of vacant stipends, on account of their father's sufferings. He marr. Issobell
Brown, and had Magdalen, John, Martha, William, James, George, Marion, and Issobell.—
|Reg. Pres, et Sec. Sigill, Edin. Counc., and Canongate Reg. (Bapt.,), Baillie's Lett. i.,
Stevenson's Hist., Peterkin’s Rec., Wodrow’s MSS., Acts Parl. v. vii., Maitland Miscell. ii.,
Charters of St. Giles']
1639. ALEXANDER HENDERSON, A.M., trans. fr. Leuchars, elected and pres. by the Town
Council to the City, 4th May 1638, and elected and pres, to this charge 2d, and adm. 10th Jan.
1639. Nominated by the Commissioners of Parliament, Nov. 1640, one of those for concluding a
treaty of peace with England at Ripon, which was agreed to at Westminster, 7th Aug., 1641,
and his services were approved by Parliament, 28th Sept. following. He was elected Rector
of the Univ., 1st Dec. 1640, and annually re-elected till the close of his life. He was elected
a second time Moderator of Assembly, 20th July 1641, and same year appointed Chaplain
in Ordinary to his Majesty, (or Dean of the Chapel Royal). A third time he was appointed
Moderator of Assembly, 2d Aug. 1643, and on the 18th following he and seven others were
selected to attend the Assembly of Divines at Westminster. The accumulation and pressure
of so many affairs, however, was too much for his constitution, and his voice was too weak for a
city church. A proposal was therefore made for his removal to the Principality of St. Mary's
College, St. Andrews, then held by an aged incumbent, but he rather preferred a quiet charge
in the country, and though liberty for his translation was given, yet he continued immersed
in his ministerial and public duties till his labours terminated, 19th Aug. 1646, in his 63d
year, and 33d min. Though bred and fostered in the arms of Episcopacy, yet more mature
experience led to a change in his opinions, and being pressed to receive the new Book of
Canons, and Liturgy, he was brought to combine with others, and to his master-mind they
submitted as their leader and guide till the Hierarchy was put down, and Presbyterian
Government established on its ruins. Pre-eminent in discriminating judgment, and judicious,
moderate, and prudent in counsel, yet fearless in defence of truth, he distinguished himself by
re-modelling that national covenant which wrought in aftertimes such fearful results to the
throne, and to the country. In speech he was grave, impressive and eloquent, and ever Zeal-
ous to promote the interests of learning and education.—Publications—The Remonstrance of
the Nobility, &c., within the Kingdom of Scotland, vindicating them and their proceed-
ings from the crimes wherewith they are charged by the late proclamation in England,
1639. The Government and order of the Church of Scotland, Edin, 1641. Speech de-
livered immediately before the taking of the Covenant by the House of Commons and Assem-
NEW OR HIGH KIRK. 2]
bly of Divines, Edin, 1643, 4to. [Three single] Sermons preached before the Houses of
Parliament, Lond, 1644, 1645, 4to. The Bishops Doom, Edin., 1762, 8vo. [Peterkin's Rec.]
Declaration upon his Death-bed, [concerning King Charles, 1648. — [Aiton's Life,
Baillie's Lett., Christ. Mag. x., Wodrow’s Amal. and Hist., Wew St. Acc. ix., Acts Parl. v.,
Bower's Univ. i., Livingston's Charac, Burnet, Stevenson, and Cook's Hist, Tombst., Edin.
Counc., and Test. Reg., Reid's Westm. Divines, Turner's Scot. Secess., Lockerby's Life of J.
Brown.]
1647. GEORGE GILLESPIE, A.M., trans. fr. Greyfriars, elected by the Town-Council, 22d Sept.
1647, and adm. shortly after ; elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 12th July 1648, and
died of consumption, 17th Dec. thereafter, in 36th age, and 11th min. His learning, acute-
ness, and powers of application, illustration, and persuasion, rendered him of vast service in
the Assembly of Divines at Westminster, as well as in the Church courts. Even Lauderdale
and other statesmen quailed so much in arguing with him, that the Earl of Glencairn, de-
clared “There is no standing before this great and mighty man.” He marr. Margaret Murray,
who had £1000 sterl. given by Parliament immediately after his death, for the support of
herself and family, on account of his services, but it was never paid. He had three sons and
a daugh. Robert, (who received ordination from the Presbyterian ministers, was imprisoned
in the Bass for preaching at conventicles, alive at Auchtermuchty, June 1682; subsequently
went to England, and died, and had his widow and children recommended by Parliament
to his Majesty's bounty, 17th July 1695), George, Archibald who died in 1659, and Elizabeth
who marr. James Oswald, merchant in Edinburgh, afterwards of Fingletoun.-Publications
—Dispute against the English Popish Ceremonies, obtruded upon the Church of Scotland,
1637, 4to. Assertion of the Church Covenant of Scotland, 1641, 4to. Dialogue
between a Civilian and a Divine, concerning the present condition of the Church of
England, Lond, 1644, 4to. A Recrimation charged upon Mr. Goodwin, in defence of Presby-
terianism, Lond, 1644, 4to. Two Single Sermons, Lond., 1644, 1645, 4to. The True Resolu-
tion of a present Controversy, concerning Liberty of Conscience, Lond., 1645, 4to.
Wholesome Severity reconciled to Christian Liberty, Lond, 1645, 4to. Aaron's Rod
Blossoming ; or the Divine Ordinance of Church Government vindicated, Lond. 1646,
4to. Male Audis, an answer to Coleman’s Male Dicis, Lond., 1646, 4to. A Treatise
of Miscellany Questions, Edin. 1649, 4to. It has even been said that he drew that excellent
Manual of Religion the Shorter Catechism in the course of a single night, [which does not
seem, however, to be founded on authority.]—[Edin. Counc., and Reg. (Bapt.,) Wodrow's Anal.,
and Hist., Reid’s Westm. Divines, Livingston's Charac., Sinclair's Xviii., and New St. Acc. ix.,
Rutherfurd, and Baillie's Lett. iii., Acts Parl. vi., ix., Brodie's Diary, Chamber's Biog.
Diet. ii.] -
1649. RoPERT Douglas, A.M., trans. fr. Tolbooth Ch., elected by the Town Council, 22d Dec.
1648, adm. in 1649. Accompanied by diverse commissioners of the Kirk he presented the
Solemn League and Covenant to Parliament which was subscribed by all the members, 12th
Jan., and was appointed one of the commissioners for visiting the Univ. of St. Andrews, 16th
following, elected a fourth time Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 4th, and nominated one of
the commissioners for visiting the Univ. of Edinburgh and Aberdeen, 31st July same year.
22 wº PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
Had the honour of crowning Charles II. at Scone, 1st Jan. 1651, was elected a fifth time
Moderator of Assembly 16th July following. He was seized at Alyth 28th Aug. same year,
carried prisoner to London and detained till 29th March 1653. Called to London, with others,
May 1654, to consult with the Protector regarding the affairs of the Church. He preached
at the opening of Geo. Heriot's Hospital, 21st June 1659, and after the restoration of his
Majesty, May 1660, preached at the opening of the first Parliament, 1st Jan. 1661. Re-
fusing to accept the Bishopric of Edinburgh on the establishment of Episcopacy, he was
removed to the Greyfriars, or SW. quarter, 2d June 1662, that the Bishop might be pro-
vided.—[Edin. Counc., and Gen. Sess. Reg., Lamont, and Nicoll’s Diaries, Acts Parl. vi., and
MS., Wodrow, and Cook's Hist. iii., Baillie's Lett., Chambers's Biog. Dict, ii.] -
1662. ROBERT LAURIE, A.M., trans. fr. Tron Ch., pres. to the Deanery by Charles II., 17th,
and collated 24th Sept. 1662, prom. to the Bishopric of Brechin in 1672–|Min. Book Reg.
Priv. Seal., Reg. Collat., Keith's Catal., Nicoll, and Brodie's Diaries, Kirkton, and Wodrow’s
Hist.]
1672. JoHN PATERSONE, also trans. fr. Tron Ch., pres, to the Deanery by Charles II., 12th
July, and adm. (before 6th Aug.) 1672, admitted burges and guild-brother, 13th Nov. 1673,
and prom. to the Bishopric of Galloway in 1674.—Min. book Reg. Priv. Seal, Edin. Counc.,
and Guild. Reg.
1675. WILLIAM ANNAND, A.M., trans. fr. Tron Ch., pres. to the Deanery by Charles II.,
15th, and coll. 19th May. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of St. Andrews, 1st Oct. 1685,
and died 13th June 1689, in his 56th year, and 33d min. “There was scarcely a more
innocent man in Britain.” He marr. 14th Jan. 1670, Helen, second daugh. of John Lundin
of Auchtermairnie.—Publications—Fidem Catholicam, or the Doctrine of the Catholic Church,
Dond., 1661–1662, 4to. Panem Quotidianum, in defence of set Forms, and of the Book of
Common Prayer, Lond., 1661, 4to. A Sermon in the Defence of the Liturgy, 1661,
4to. Pater Noster, a Treatise on the Lord's Prayer, Lond, 1670, 8vo. Mysteriam Pietatis,
or the Mystery of Godliness, &c., Lond, 1671, 8vo. Doxologia, or Glory to the Father, re-
duced to Glorifying of the Trinity in Life, the Christian dutie, Lond., 1672, 8vo. Dualitas,
or a Twofold Subject on the Power and Honour, &c., of Magistracy, Edin., 1674, 4to.—[Min.
book Reg. Priv. Seal, U. Album St. And, Monro's Apology, Wood's Ath. Oacon. iv., Test., and
Reg. (Marr. and Bur), M.S. Acc. of min., 1689, Lamont's Diary, Chambers’ Biog. Dict, i.]
1689. ALEXANDER HAMILTON, A.M., trans. fr. Dalserf, called (after the Toleration was given),
6th Sept. 1687, his appointment was confirmed by the Town Council, 24th July 1689; he re-
moved to his former par. (Dalmeny) in terms of the Act of Parliament, 25th April 1690, but
returned, again same year, and died Dec. 1696, aged about 70, in 41st min. He bequeathed jº li
to the poor of Dalmeny. His librarie was estimat at ij" ii. Frie Geir iiij” lxxxixii. js. viijd.
Being highly valued among the nobility he was the means of preventing the Duke of Hamil-
ton, during the sitting of the Convention of Estates, at the Revolution, bringing in a measure
which would have comprehended many of the Episcopalian Clergy, when the Act was made
for restoring the old Presbyterian ministers. He marr. Anna Scott, who died 1st Oct. 1691 ;
secondly Helen Eliot, who marr. John Duncan, merchant, Edinburgh. Sir Will. H. of
Whytlaw, Lord Justice Clerk, was his brother-german,—Publication—A Cordial for Christ-
NEW OR HIGH KIRIK. 23
ians travelling Heaven-ward, Edin, 1696, 12mo, [Edin. Counc., Guild, Test., Gen. Sess.,
(Marr), and Cramond Sess. Reg., Wodrow's Anal.]
1697. GEORGE HAMILTON, A.M., trans. fr. St. Leonards, adm., after 27th Jan. ; elected
Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 20th Jan. 1699 ; demitted 11th (which was accepted 18th)
Jan. 1710, and died 26th May 1712, in his 77th age, and 54th min. He was one who
preached down vice with mighty force, and was proud of his strict discipline, and regard to
the constitution of the Church. He marr. Elizabeth, sister to Dr. John Hay, of Conland,
who died 2d Oct. 1708. His eldest daugh. Margaret, marr. Mr. Robert Cleland, min. of
Rilrenny.—[Presb., and Test. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist. & MSS.]
1710. JoHN MATHISON, A.M., trans. fr. Tolbooth Ch., appointed by the Presb. 19th Oct.,
and entered 5th Nov. 1710; appointed one of the Deans of the Chapel Royal, Jan. 1735, and
died 8th Nov. 1752, in his 73d year, and 46th min. It has been frequently stated that he
had the honour of suggesting in 1741, the establishment of a fund for supporting the widows
and children of ministers of the Church. This may be true so far as the fund established in 1744
was concerned, but justice requires it to be mentioned that a proposal had been made for the same
praiseworthy object so early as 1716, by Mr. Patrick Couper, min. of Pittenweem. Mr. M.
marr. Isobel Hairstones, who survived him, and had a son Gilbert, and a daugh. Jean.—
Publication—The Necessity of Divine Revelation, and Knowledge thereof, in order to Salva-
tion, a Sermon, Edin., 1730, 8vo.—[Pres., Syn., and Test. Reg., Morren's Ann., Chambers'
Biog. Dict, iv., Wodrow’s Corresp. ii., Scot's Mag. xxxiii., &c.]
1754. ROBERT WALKER, trans. fr. S. Leith, 2d. charge, called 8th March, and adm. 11th Oct. ;
unanimously elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 23d May 1771, and died 6th April
1783, in his 67th year, and 45th min. By the elegance, neatness, and simplicity of com-
position in his sermons, and by the grace and energy of his delivery, he rose to a high, and
justly acquired reputation as an evangelical preacher. He marr. Magdalen Dickson, who
survived him.—Publications—[Two single] Sermons, Edin., 1748, 1776, 8vo. Sermons on
Practical Subjects, 4 vols., Edin., 1765-1796, 8vo.—[Presb. and Syn. Reg., Sermons iii., Kay's
Portr., &c.]
1784. THOMAS HARDy, trans. fr. Ballingry, called 30th April, and adm. 25th Nov. ; trans.
to the New North Ch. 29th Nov. 1786–LPres. Reg.]
1787. WILLIAM GREENFIELD, A.M., trans. fr. St. Andrew's Ch., holding in conjunction the
Professorship of Rhetoric, pres. by the Town Council, 21st Feb., and adm. 1st April, ap-
pointed Almoner to the King, March 1789, which he resigned in 1798. Had D.D. conferred
by the Univ., 31st March, and was unanimously elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly,
19th May 1796. He demitted his charge 20th, and quitted the country, but as there were
certain flagrant reports concerning his conduct, which his desertion seemed to preclude the
Presb. from considering as groundless, they unanimously deposed him, 26th Dec. 1798, and
laid him under a sentence of excommunication. He was also degraded by the Univ. from his
degrees of A.M. and D.D., 31st of said month, and died in the North of England, 28th April
1827. He marr. Nov. 1784, Janet Bervie, who died 20th June 1827. His family assumed the
surname of Rutherfurd.—Publications—Sermon preached at the opening of the Gen. Assembly,
Edin., 1797, 8vo. Essays on the Sources of the Pleasures received from Literary Composi-
24 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH,
tions, (anon), Lond, 1809, 8vo. On the use of Negative Quantities in the Solution of Pro-
blems, by Algebraic Equations [Trans. Roy. Soc., Edin, I.]—[Presb. Reg., Scot's Mag. lx,
Edin. Grad, &c.]
1799. JAMES FINLAYSON, A.M., trans. fr. Old Greyfriars Ch., and holding in conjunction the
Professorship of Logic, elected by the Town Council, 2nd Jan., and adm. 14th March. Had
D.D. conf. by the Univ., 28th of said month, was unanimously elected Moderator of the Gen.
Assembly, 20th May 1802, appointed Almoner to his Majesty same year, but resigned it, and
died 28th Jan. 1808, in his 50th year and 21st min. In him the imperfections incidental to
human nature were either so few, or so strenuously corrected, that in his life were exhibited a
rare and animating example of Self-promoted merit, unblemished purity of intention, and all
the elevated and independent energies of a vigorous and virtuous mind that could not be other-
wise than respected and esteemed ; while to his generous patronage and aid not a few were in-
debted for their promotion in life. He was deeply interested in the welfare of the Church,
and skilled in the management of her affairs.-Publications.—Heads of an Argument in sup-
port of the Overture respecting Chapels of Ease, 1798, fol. Preaching a mean of promoting
the General Progress of Human Improvement, a Sermon, Edin., 1801, 8vo. Sermons, Edin,
1809, 8vo, Sermon viii., (Scotch Preacher iv.) Life of Dr. Blair (Blair's Serm. v.)—[Presb. Reg.,
Tombst, Sermons, Scots Mag. lxx, Chalmers’ Biog. Dict, ii., Cockburn's Mem. -
1808. WILLIAM RITCHIE, D.D. trans. fr. St. Andrew’s Ch., Glasgow, pres. by the Town Council,
June, and adm. 18th Aug., elected Professor of Divinity, 10th May 1809, which he held in
conjunction. Died at Tarbolton, where he began his ministry, 29th Jan 1830, in his 83rd
year, and 36th min. As a preacher he was argumentative and popular, while in appearance
he was venerable and commanding—Publications.—(Five single Sermons, 8vo) Glasg. 1803
Edin. 1809, 8vo. Statement connected with employing an Organ in Public Worship. (State-
ment in the Presb. of Glasgow, relative to the use of an Organ in St. Andrew's Church—
[Presb. and Syn. Reg., Welson's Life.] -
1830. RoPERT GORDON, D.D., trans. fr. New North Ch., pres. by the Town Council, March,
and adm. (in the High School where the congregation were meeting for the time) 9th Sept.
unanimously appointed Collector of the Ministers' Widows’ Fund, 11th Aug. 1836, which he
resigned 28th Nov. 1843, elected unanimously Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 20th May
1841. By adhering to the Protest, joining in the Free Secession, and signing the Demission,
he was declared no longer a min. of this Church, 24th May 1843, and died 21st Oct. 1853,
in 68th age, and 38th min. He had talents of the highest order, which in early life were
cultivated by the careful study of some important departments of science, and he was the in-
ventor of a Self-registering Hygrometer. From the time he entered the ministry, however,
his talents were devoted with unwearied ardour and zeal to the investigation, exposition, and
application of divine truth. Fidelity to his Master, tenderness for the souls of men, and free-
dom from the spirit of the world, were prominent features in his character. Though others
made a more conspicuous figure in the lamented Secession, yet none took a firmer stand in
those counsels which led to the separation of so many members of the Church from the support
of the State. He marr. Isabella Campbell, by whom two of his sons, Robert and
Donald Campbell, became min. in the Free Church. Publications. – The Duty of
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Searching the Scriptures, a Sermon, Edin. 1823, 8vo, Sermons, Edin. 1825 8vo, Christ as made
known to the Ancient Church, 4 vols, Edin. 1854, 8vo. The articles Euclid, Geography,
Meteorology (Edin. Encyclopædia)—[Presb. Reg., Edin. Encycl. xviii., Clason, Cunningham, &
Brydon's Fun. Serm.] - -
COLLEGIATE, OR SECOND CHARGE.
1594. PETER HEWAT, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ., Aug. 1588, as
min. and teacher in the East-kirk he was allowed xx fi, for his dewty till Beltane, 28th Feb.
1594; and had other xx fi, to Lammas 12th May 1596; promoted to Hailes same year.—
[Reg. Laur. U. Edin, Edin. Grad, and Coun. Reg.] -
[CHARLEs FERME, A.M., JAMES MUIRHEAD, A.M., and GEORGE GREIR, A.M., were severally
authorized by the Presb. to preach in the N.W. quarter, 13th Dec. 1589—18th Dec. 1599,
“at sic tymes as were necessary.”—Presb. Reg.] - -
1598. JAMES BALFOUR, formerly in the City, ordained with imposition of hands, 19th May.
Hesitating to offer public thanksgiving for his Majesty's deliverance from the Gowrie con-
spiracy, in obedience to the royal command, he and four others were discharged from preaching
in his Majesty's dominions under pain of death, and two days after left the city. Being called
before the Privy Council in Sept. he declared himself satisfied of its truth. By the continu-
ance of his Majesty's displeasure, he and two others were transported, 16th May 1601, yet he
continued notwithstanding. He was summoned to London, with seven others, by his Majesty,
21st May 1606, where they arrived in Aug. After various conferences and dealings, they
were handed severally over to the charge of different bishops of England. Mr James being
consigned to the care of John, Bishop of Norwich, 23rd Nov. thereafter. All the means used
being ineffectual in getting them to resile from their opinions, and adopt those of his Majesty
in changing the government of the church. He and five others, 8th March 1607, solicited the
Privy Council to be sent home. The bishops were no longer troubled with their charge, and Mr
James was commanded, 1st May, to confine himself to Cockburnspath. In the beginning of
July it was changed to Alford, but after proceeding so far on his way, he was compelled by disease
to remain at Inverkeithing. He returned and was preaching in the city, when he was again
removed by a royal warrant, 20th Jan. 1610. The city continued payment of his stipend till
Beltan, 1st May 1613, when he died. He marr. in 1575, Barbara, youngest daugh. of Rich.
Melvill of Baldowy, min. of Maryton, who survived him, and had a son, Andrew, min. of Kirk-
# newton, and a daugh. Nicholas, who was threatened to be banished the city in 1620 for en-
tertaining conventicles in her house.—[Pres, Syn., & Edin. Cown. Reg., Booke of the Kirk, Mel-
will's Autob., Scot's Apolog. War, Petrie, Spotswood, Row, & Calderwood's Hist, Orig.
Lett., Wodrow’s MS. Biog. ii. *
1610. PETER HEWAT, A.M., trans. fr. SW. quarter, in terms of his Majesty's request, and
adm. after 21st Feb., was a member of the Assembly same year, and of the Court of High
Commission, 21st Dec. 1615. He had a gift from his Majesty of the Abbey of Croceregall,
29th Dec. 1612, which entitled him to a seat in Parliament, (which was ratified to him and his
children for nineteen years after his death, on payment of v. merks yearly, by Charles II., 27th
D
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Oct., and by Parliament, 17th Nov. 1641), and was a member and one of those appointed by
the Assembly, 17th Aug. 1616, for revising the Liturgy. He consulted with the ministers
regarding a Protest for the Liberties of the Kirk in 1617, drew out one of his own, and still
adhering to it was deprived by the High Commission, 12th July of that year, and confined to
Dundee. He was still recognized, however, as min. and had his stipend paid by the city to .
Candlemas 1619, but he was charged to remove, and be confined at Croceraguell by his Majesty's
warrant, 12th, and by that of the Privy Council, 17th June following. He died in the par.
of Maybole, Aug. 1645, aged about 78, in 51st min. The insicht of the hous, &c., was
estimat at iij xxxiijii. vis, viijd., and the inventar and debts v" lxxxiiji. He marr. Isobell,
daugh. of Will. Smaill, merchant in the city, who died Aug. 1644, and had issue, Margaret,
John, Lilias, Margaret, William, Elspeth, Margaret, John, and Janet. Another daugh.
Elizabeth, [probably Elspeth], marr. Bryce Blair of Goldring—Publication—Three excellent
Points of the Christian Doctrine, Edin., 1621, 4to.—[Edin. Counc., Guild, Bapt., and Test.
Reg. (Glasg), Acts Parl. v., Orig. Lett, Row, Spotswood, and Calderwood's Hist, Reg. Pres,
Melvill's Autob, Morrison's Dec. x.]
1622. JoHN MAXWELL, A.M., trans. fr. Mortlach, elected by the Town Council and Session,
18th July, and adm. Soon after. On the division of the City in 1625, he was removed to the
North-East quarter, or Trinity College.—[Row, Spotswood, and Calderwood's Hist, Edin.
Counc. Reg.]
1635. ALEXANDER THOMSON, A.M., trans. fr. Cambuslang, elected by the Town Council,
3d July, and adm. same year. Deposed 1st Jan. 1639 for declining the Gen. Assembly, 1638,
and reading and defending the Service Book. He died in 1646, aged about 53, when there was
awand to him jº vijº Kxjii. vis, viijd. He marr. Margaret Moorehead, and had three sons.
James, a merchant, his executor ; John, (who had £100 sterl. granted him by Parliament,
5th July 1661, in respect of his father's sufferings), and William.—[Edin. Counc., Test, and
Reg. (Bapt.), Row, and Stevenson's Hist, Peterkin's Rec, Wodrow MSS. lxii, Acts Parl. vii.]
1639. ROBERT TXOUGLAS, A.M., trans. fr. Kirkcaldy 2d charge, elected 14th Jan., and adm.
same year, (after 22d August); removed to North-West quarter, or West St. Giles, 24th Dec.
1641–LEdin. Counc. Reg.]
1641. HARIE ROLLOCK, A.M., trans. fr. Greyfriars, fixed on the division of the city into six
parishes, 24th Dec. 1641, died 2d June 1642, aged about 47. He marr. Dame Helen,
youngest daughter of Alex. Lord Elphinstoun, and relict of Sir Will. Cockburn of Langton.—
[Edin. Counc. Reg., Baillie's Lett. ii., MSS. Acts Parl, Douglas Peer. i.]
1650. TXAVID TOICKSON, of Busbie, A.M., Prof. of Divinity in the Univ., which he held in
conjunction, appointed by the Town Council, 12th April 1650, and adm. shortly after, elected a
second time Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 21st July 1652. Teprived Oct., and died Dec.
1662, in his 79th year, and 45th min. As a preacher he was the most popular and powerful
in his day, especially in the earlier part of his ministry, where his services at Irvine were
crowned with great and wonderful success. He was highly instrumental in promoting the
notable conversion at Stewarton about 1625, termed “the Stewarton Sickness.” Nor was he
less zealous and useful at the overthrow of Episcopacy in 1638, having taken a prominent
part in the business of the Assembly at Glasgow. From the frequency of depositions and
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even of decapitations, a few years after, among those opposed to the Covenanters about this
time, he observed, “the wark gaes bonnilie on,” which became a common proverb. When
the Church unhappily divided into Resolutioners and Protesters, he joined and took a great
lead in the party of the former. He marr. 23d Sept. 1617, Margaret, daugh. of Arch.
Robertoun of Stonhall, by whom he had four sons; Mr John, Clerk to the Exchequer, (who
predeceased him); Mr Arch. at Irvine; David, (who also predeceased him); Mr Alex, min.
of Newbattle, from one of whom descended Sir Robert D. of Carberry, a family now extinct.
—Publications—A Treatise on the Promises, Dublin, 1630, 12mo. Explanation of the
Epistle to the Hebrews, Aberd. 1635, 12mo. Expositio Analytica Omnium Apostolicarum
Epistolarum, Glasg. 1645, 4to. True Christian Love, in verse, 1649, 12mo. Exposition of the
Gospel of Matthew, Lond, 1651, 12mo, Explanation of the Psalms, 3 vols., Lond., 1653–
1655, 12mo. Therapeutica Sacra, Edin., 1656, 4to. [Translated, Edin, 1664, 8vo.] A
Commentary on the Epistles, Lond, 1659, fol. Praelectiones in Confessionem Fidei,
fol. [Translated] Truth’s Victory over Error, Lond., 1688, 12mo. Several Pamphlets in
the Disputes with the Doctors of Aberdeen, 4to, and some in defence of the Public Resolutions.
. The Directory for Public Worship, was drawn up by him, with the assistance of Mr. Alex.
Henderson and Mr Dav. Calderwood—and The Sum of Saving Knowledge, by him in con-
junction with Mr James Durham. Some Minor Poems, “The Christian Sacrifice,” and “O
Mother, dear, Jerusalem.”—ſ Edin. Counc., Test, Glasgow (Marr), Canongate (Bur), and Reg.
(Bur), Baillie's Lett, Lamont, and Wicoll’s Diaries, Wodrow’s Life, Hist, i., iv., and Anal. i., iii.,
Livingston's Charac.]
1665. JAMEs LUNDIE, A.M., trans. fr. Tron Ch., elected by the Town Council, 1st May, and
adm. Soon after ; trans. to the Tolbooth Ch. in 1672.-[Edin. Counc. Reg.]
1672. ALEXANDER RAMSAY, trans. fr. Greyfriars, elected by the Town Council, 11th Dec.,
and adm. shortly after ; re-trans, to the Greyfriars in 1674.—[Edin. Counc., and Guild Reg.]
1675. ANDREW CANT, trans. fr. Trinity College Ch., holding, in conjunction, the Principality
of the Univ., elected by the Town Council, 29th Sept., adm. Soon after ; and died 4th
Dec. 1685, in 27th min. His librarie was estimat at v" ii. The insicht at iſ lxviii xiijs.
iiijd. Frie Geir iij" iij xciijii, xiijs. iiijd. He was “ane eminent and solide preacher;”
and marr., 13th July, 1663, Jean Cockburne, who died 25th Oct. 1675, by whom he had
Jean, Anna, Marion, Andrew (his Executor), John (died 14th Dec. 1675), and Alexander—
Publications—Theses Philosophicae, 4to. De Libero Arbitrio. Oratio de Concordia. Theolo-
gorum et Discordia, Edin, 1676, 4to.-[Edin. Counc., Test., and Reg. (Bapt. and Bur)]
1685. ALEXANDER MoMRO, D.D., prom. fr. the Professorship of Divinity, St Mary's Coll., St.
Andrews, holding the Principality of the Univ. in conjunction; elected by the Town Council,
9th Dec. 1685. and adm. Soon after. Befriended by John, Wiscount Dundee, he was
nominated to the Bishopric of Argyle, 24th Oct. 1688, though neither elected nor consecrated.
Demitted 29th April 1689; died in 1698. Universally allowed to have been a good Scholar,
a judicious man, and a person of considerable talent. He marr., 6th May 1673, Anna Logan,
in the par. of Aberdour, and had issue, Anna, Elizabeth, and an only son, James, who
studied at Baliol College, Oxford, successively took the degree of A.M., M.B., and M.D., and
became physician to the hospitals of Bridewell and Bethlehem, London, and was famous for
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his treatment in cases of insanity ; 2ndly, Marion Collace.—Publications—A Memorial for
His Highness the Prince of Orange. Presbyterian Inquisition, Lond, 1691, 4to. Sermons
preached on several occasions, Lond., 1693, 8vo. An Apology for the Church of Scotland,
Lond, 1693, 4to. Spirit of Calumny &c., Slander Examined, Chastised, and particularly
addressed to Mr. Geo. Redpath, Lond, 1693. An Answer to Dr Rule. An Inquiry into
the New Opinions of the Presbyterians, Lond, 1696, 8vo. Letter to Sir Robert Howard,
occasioned by his Twofold Windication of Archbishop Tillotson, Lond, 1696, 4to.—[Edin.
Counc., Aberdour, Dunferml., and Kinglassie Sess. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689, Keith's
Catal., Fountainhall's Diary, Edin. Mag. xvi., Bower's Univ. i] - .*
1689. JoHN LAW, A.M., trans. fr. Campsie, called 22nd July 1687, confirmed by the Town
Council, 24th July 1689, was a member of the Gen. Assemblies, 1690, 1692, and was elected
Moderator by that of 1694,-was appointed Almoner to her Majesty—demitted 12th, which
was accepted, 26th Nov. 1707, and died 26th Dec. 1712, in his 80th year, and 57th min.
He marr. Isobell, daugh. of Mr. Robert Cunningham, Min. of Holywood, north of Ireland, who
died 8th Nov. 1703, aged 70. Their son, Mr. William, was Professor of Moral Philosophy in
the Univ., and founder of the family of Elvingston, East Lothian.—[Edin. Counc., Guild, Presö.,
and Reg. (Bur.), Tombst., Monteith's Mort. ii., Wodrow's Anal. iii., Peterkin's Const., Leven
and Melv. Pap.] -
1707. WILLIAM CARSTAREs, A.M., trans. fr. Greyfriars, holding, in conjunction, the Princi-
pality of the Univ.–appointed by the Presb. 17th, and entered 28th Dec.; elected Moderator
of the Gen. Assemblies, 15th April 1708, 10th May 1711, and 4th May 1715, but was seized
with apoplexy in August, and died 28th Dec. of the latter year, in 67th age, and 35th min.
To him Scotland is indebted for the annual meeting of her Gen. Assemblies, and for the
establishment of her Presbyterian form of Church government at the Revolution, as he had the
most powerful influence, both as chaplain and secretary, with his Majesty in getting it accom-
plished. He was against the abolition of patronage; but equally zealous against its restora-
tion in 1712, when, with Prof. Blackwell, of Marischal College, and Mr. Rob. Baillie, of
Inverness, he went as a deputation to London, and drew a representation to the house of Peers
against it. He was not only the confident and adviser of King William, but under the two
successive sovereigns was much consulted on all affairs relating to his native country. Though
a skilful politician, he never forgot his character as a minister, by the unflinching discharge of
its various duties, and by his wise and skilful direction, added to his exemplary conduct, he
acquired general confidence, and directed in a great measure the affairs of the Church. Hav-
ing tasted adverse fortune in early life, he did not forget those under her influence when his
circumstances were prosperous. To many of the deprived episcopal clergy he proved himself a
father and a friend ; some of whom deeply bemoaned their loss at his funeral, 2nd Jan. 1716.
He had a profound knowledge of human character, abounded in good humour, was deeply read
in classical learning, delivered his sentiments without hesitation, and spoke Latin as fluently as
if it had been his native language. He marr., a daugh. of Mr. Kekewich, of Trehawk, Corn-
wall, without issue.—Publications—The Scottish Toleration Argued, Lond, 1712, 8vo. The
State Papers and Letters addressed to William Carstares were published by Principal
M'Cormick, Edin., 1774, 4to.—[Presb., and Reg. (Bur), State Pap., Wodrow's Hist,
NEW OR HIGH CHURCH. 29
Corresp., MSS. lxxxii., and Anal., Ferrie's Life of J. Carstairs, Dunlop's Serm., Burnet’s
Hist, Bower's Univ., Edin. Mag, and Rev., and Chr. Inst. xxvi, Chambers’ Biog. Dict.]
1721. WILLIAM MITCHELL, trans. fr. Old Ch., called 10th Jan. 1718, and adm. 5th Feb.;
elected a fourth time Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 10th May 1722, and a fifth time, 5th
May 1726, though the last was carried only by a single vote. Being one of the deputation
sent to congratulate his Majesty George II. on his accession to the throne, he died at York, on
his way to London, from suppression of urine, 8th Sept. 1727, in 33rd min. He was a
superior preacher, a fluent speaker, and being perhaps the most wealthy minister in Scotland,
had great influence at Court, and had indeed the leading power in the affairs of the Church
after the death of Carstares. An instance of his liberality was given by his paying £100
sterl. to the Society for Propagating Christian Knowledge, for which he received the thanks
of the Assembly, 4th May, 1718. He marr., Oct. 1705, Margaret Cunningham, relict of Mr.
James Stewart, advocate, and had a daugh, who died May 1726–|Presb, and Reg. (Marr),
Wodrow’s Corresp., and Anal., Acts of Ass. 1718.]
1728. RoBERT KINLOCH, A.M., trans. fr. Dundee, called 19th April, and adm. 8th Oct.,
chosen Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 7th May 1747. Getting into ill-health he demitted
his charge, 24th Feb. and died 3rd April 1756, in his 68th year and 43rd min., having marr.
Lilias, third daugh. of Colin Campbell of Monzie who died 12th July 1769.-Publication.—
The Truth and Excellency of the Gospel Revelation, a Sermon, Edin. (1731) 8vo.—[Presb.,
Syn., & Reg. (Bur), Morren's Ann., Wodrow's Anal., Carlyle's Autob., Playfair's Bar, iii, &c.]
1758. HUGH BLAIR, D.D., trans. fr. Lady Yesters, adm. 15th June, appointed 27th June 1760,
Professor of Rhetoric and Belles Lettres in the Univ. and 14th May 1776, Chaplain to the 1st
Batt. 71st Foot, which situations he both held in conjunction, only for a time, when they were
relinquished. Died 27th Dec. 1800, in his 83rd year, and 59th min. As a writer of Sermons
few or none have excelled him in the beauty of composition, or variety of subjects. They re-
commended themselves so much to that virtuous monarch, George III., that an annual pension
of £200 was conferred on him, 25th July 1780. From diffidence, and perhaps a certain degree
of inaptitude for extemporary speaking, he took a less public part in the contests of ecclesiasti-
cal politics than some of his contemporaries, though his opinion was eagerly sought by those
who had charge of these matters. From the same causes he never consented to become Modera-
tor of Assembly. He marr. April 1748, his cousin, Katherine, daugh. of Mr James Bannatine
one of the min. of the city, who died 9th Feb. 1795, by whom he had a son who died in in-
fancy, and a daugh. who only reached her twenty-first year.—Publications.—The Wrath of
Man praising God, a Sermon, Edin. 1746, 8vo. The Importance of Religious Knowledge to
the happiness of mankind, a Sermon, Edin., 1750, 8vo., Observations upon the Analysis of the
Moral and Religious Sentiments contained in the Writings of Sopho and David Hume, Esq.,
Edin., 1755, 8vo, A Critical Dissertation on the Poems of Ossian, the son of Fingal, Lond.
1763, 4to, Sermons, 5 vols, Edin. 1777—Lond. 1801, 8vo, Lectures on Rhetoric and Belles
Lettres, 2 vols, Lond. 1783, 4to. The Compassion and Benevolence of the Deity, a Sermon,
Edin. 1796, 8vo. Four Articles in the Edin. Review, Edin. 1755. Translations and Para-
phrases (used by the Church of Scotland), iv., xxxiii., xxxiv. xliv, xlv. Pastoral Admonition
addressed by the Gen. Assembly, May 23rd 1799, to the people under their charge—[Presb.
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Reg., Hill's Life, Sermons v, Carlyle's Autob. Mackenzie's Life of Home, Somerville's Life,
Chambers’ Biog. Dict, Kay's Portr., &c.]
1801. GEORGE HUSBAND BAIRD, D.D., trans. fr. New North Ch., holding in conjunction the
Principality of the Univ., elected by the Town Council, 27th Jan., and adm. 30th April. Died
14th Jan. 1840, in his 79th year, and 53rd min. As a preacher he addressed himself rather to
the moral sentiments of his audience than to their intellect. His Sermons were filled with deep
feeling, and his prayers highly devotional, which being joined to a solemn and impressive
delivery, failed not to awaken a kindred feeling in his auditors. Amid many benevolent
schemes into which he readily entered, that of increasing the means of education and religious
instruction throughout Scotland, particularly in the Highlands and Islands, and in populous
towns and cities, engaged his greatest attention. At his suggestion the General Assembly
in 1824 formed a committee in order to carry this object into effect, of which he was appointed
Convener. Entering into it with the warmest zeal, he corresponded extensively regarding it,
and, though far advanced in years, travelled not less than seven thousand miles in these exten-
sive and desolate regions to facilitate its progress, and render it permanently beneficial. He
stated “he had found nearly one hundred thousand human beings, unable either to read or
write, and innumerable districts where the people could not hear sermon above once a year,
and had seen thousands of habitations where a Sabbath bell was never heard, where he had
now witnessed schools and libraries established, knowledge increased, and greedily received.”
He marr. 8th July 1792, Isabella, daugh. of Thomas Elder, Esq., of Forneth, Lord Provost
of the city, who died 18th Aug. 1826, by whom he had Thos. Elder Baird of Forneth, advo-
cate, and others.--A Sermon on the Universal Propagation and Influence of the Christian
Religion, was in the act of going through the press, but stopt after 48 pp. had been thrown
off, in 1795, 8vo. He also edited Poems by Michael Bruce, Edin, 1799, 12mo, [Presb.
Reg., Anderson's Sketches, Kay's Portr., &c.]
ST. MARY MAGT) ALEN
Was probably the Church next used. It had originally been built as a Chapel and Hospital, soon after
1500, and was proposed by the Town Council, 14th Oct. 1584, to accommodate the South-East quarter of
the city. As the proposal, however, was not carried through at that time, it was probably laid aside as
too small and insufficient, no farther mention being made of it.
TEINITY COLLEGE CHURCH.
Was originally founded by Queen Mary of Guildres, in 1462, as a Collegiate Church. In 1584 it was
appropriated by the Town Council for the North-East quarter of the city, and continued as such till avery
recent period. The Council, 14th Jan. 1595, “caused makane loft in the east end of it for the Students
and Regents of the Town's College in the Kirk-of-Feyld.” The English soldiery demolished and burnt the
whole inside fittings, Nov. 1650, but it was again repaired, April 1653. In 1845 this venerablé edifice
was removed to accommodate and enlarge the North British Railway Station, and after a large price being
paid for it, has been a subject of protracted litigation, and in 1865 is still only temporarily provided for.
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1598. WALTER BALCANQUAL, formerly in the city, was adm. 18th April. He was the com-
panion and friend of Robert Bruce, and had two and a-half chalders of victual bestowed as a
bribe, in addition to his former stipend, in the hope he would desert him. On the 10th Sept.
1600, he was called before the Privy Council for doubting the truth of the Gowrie Conspiracy,
but, professing to be satisfied of its reality was dismissed. He was transported by the Assem-
bly 16th May 1601, but permitted to re-enter to his charge 19th June following, and was a
member of the Assembly 1602. In conjunction with Mr Rob. Pont he took protestation, in
name of the whole Kirk, at the cross of Edinburgh, against the verdict of the Assize finding
the brethren who met in Gen. Assembly at Aberdeen guilty of treason. For condemning the
proceedings of the Gen. Assembly, 1610, he was again called before the Privy Council, and
admonished. He was obliged to cease preaching 16th July 1616, from disease in his teeth,
carried home, and finished his course 4th Aug. following, in his 68th year, and 43d min. He
bequeathed jº' merks for the maintenance of a Professor of Divinity in the Univ., and marr.
Margaret, daugh. of James Marjoribanks, merchant, in right of whom he entered burgess and
guild brother of the city, 15th Feb. 1591, and had three sons, Dr Walter, Dean of Durham,
one of the Executors of the munificent Geo. Heriot, and author of the Statutes of his Hospi-
tal, Robert, min. of Trament, and Samuel, besides a daugh. Rachel, who marr. John Makcubine,
merchant in the city.— Pres, Syn., Edin. Counc., Guild, and Reg. (Bapt.), Row, and Calder-
wood's Hist, Bruce's Serm. (life), Orig. Lett. i., Balfour's Hist. Works, Steven's Mem, of
Pſeriot, Book of the Kirk, Craufurd’s Univ. Edin., Melvill's Autob., Reg. Assig., Murray's Life
of Rutherford, Chambers’ Biog. Dict.]
1626. THOMAS SyDSERFF, A.M., formerly in the city, adm. 26th Jan. ; pres. to Liberton by
James VI. 22d Aug. 1627, which was given up on account of the dislike of the parishioners.
Promoted to the Deanery of Edinburgh in 1634.—[Sess, and Edin. Counc. Reg., Reg. Pres,
Orig. Lett. ii., Row, and Calderwood's Hist.]
1639. WILLIAM COLVILL, A.M., trans. fr. Cramond, had been elected second min. of this
quarter, 6th May 1635, and 2d min. of Greyfriars, 5th Jan. 1638, without either taking effect ;
when he was elected and pres. by the Town Council, 14th Jan 1639, and adm. soon after.
He was sent by the Covenanters same year to the King of France, to solicit his aid against
the despotic proceedings of Charles I. In travelling through England he and his papers were
seized, and his person incarcerated till the Scottish army obtained the victory at Newburn,
when he was released, Aug. 1640. On the new parochial division, TXec. 1641, he was removed
to the Tron Ch.-LSyn., and Edin. Counc. Reg., Wood's Hist., of Cramond.]
1644. ROBERT LAURIE, A.M., trans. fr. Perth, elected and pres. by the Town Council, 25th
Dec. 1643, adm. 29th March 1644; trans. to the Tron Ch. in 1648–Edin. Counc. Reg.,
Baillie's Lett. iii. &c.]
1649. HEW MACKAILE, trans. fr. Irvine, elected by the Town Council, 12th Oct., and adm.
same year; died March 1660. His librarie was estimat at j" merks, and the insicht, &c.,
at ij" ii. He left in MSS. an abridgement of Sermons on the Epistle to the Ephesians. He
marr. Sibella Stevenson, who died between 9th March 1665, and 26th Sept. 1666, by whom
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he had a son, Mr Matthew, apothecar, burges of the city, afterwards M.D. and physician
in Aberdeen, and a daugh. Margaret, spouse of George Dicksone, merchand, burgess of the city.
| Edin. Counc., Sess, Gen. Sess, Syn., Guild, Test, and Canongate Reg. (Bur), Mackaile's
Sermon, Lamont's Diary, Baillie's Lett. iii., Steven's Mem. of Heriot, Kirkton's Hist.]
[John GLENDIE, appointed helper to the Collegiate min. by the Town Council, 13th Feb.
1661, and probably ordained, (as he is styled some time min. of E.), when he was admitted
burgess and guild brother, 10th Aug. 1687, and in the Mortifications to the Trinity
Hospital.] -
1662. JoSHUA MELDROME, A.M., trans. fr. Kinghorn, elected by the Town Council, 6th Oct.,
and adm. (in the High Ch.) 5th Nov. ; died 2d April 1673, aged about 60, in 32d min.
His son Mr Alexander, became min. of Mertoun-LEdin. Counc., Guild, and Test. Reg. (Dunbl.),
Lamont, and Wicol's Diaries, Wodrow’s Hist.]
1673. ANDREW CANT, trans. fr. Liberton, pres. by the Town Council, 9th April, and adm.
Soon after. In 1674 a complaint was made against him to the Privy Council, of using
insolent carriage and expressions, on which the Bishop was ordained by his Majesty to remove
him, and others, from their ministry in Edinburgh, and to send him to Liberton, till our
further pleasure. He was reponed, however, in the following year, and trans. to the High
Ch.-[Edin. Counc., Guild, and Presb. Reg., Kirkton, and Wodrow’s Hist. i., Pratt's Buchan.]
1674. ROBERT LAURIE, A.M., Bishop of Brechin, mentioned above, was appointed by his
Majesty, 16th July, to preach ordinarily. He died March 1678, aged about 72, in 37th min.
—[Wodrow's Hist. ii., Keith's Catal.]
1679. ANDREW CANT, junior, A.M., trans. fr. S. Leith 2d charge, and elected by the Town
Council, 27th Jan., adm. Soon after. Deprived by the Convention of Estates, 26th April
1689, for not obeying the Proclamation of 13th inst., disowning James VII., and acknowledg-
ing William and Mary. Consecrated a Bishop of the Nonjurant Church, 17th Oct. 1722,
and died 21st April 1730, in 81st age, and 60th min. A daugh. Jean marr. in 1700, John
Gordon, merchant-burges.—Publications—A Sermon preached on the Anniversary of the
Martyrdom of Charles I., Edin., 1703, 8vo; and another on the same Anniv., Edin., 1715,
4to.—[Edin. Counc., and Reg. (Marr, and Bur), Rebuffer Rebuffed, Monro's Apology, MSS.
Acc. of Min. 1689, Acts Parl. ix., Ing. Ret. Gen. 6303, Chambers’ Biog., Dict, i., and Ann.
iii., Wodrow's Anal. iii., Pratt's Buchan.]
1689. HUGH KENNEDIE, A.M., trans. fr. Mid. Calder, called 22d July 1687, and settled (in a
meeting-house) same year, confirmed by the Town Council, 24th July 1689, elected Moderator
of the first Gen. Assembly, after the Revolution, 16th Oct. 1690, and managed their business
with great tact. Died 25th April 1692, aged about 71, in 50th min. He was of little
stature, made a great bustle in his time, was a leader in the Protesting party of the Church,
and with the Scottish army at Newcastle, when they delivered their Sovereign into the hands
of the Parliament.—[Syn., Edin. Counc., Gwild, So. Leith Sess., and Reg. (Bur), Leven and
Melv. Pap., Hist. Rel. Gen. Ass. 1690, Peterkin's Const., S. Presb. Eloq.] -
1692. JoHN MONCREIF, trans. fr. Prestonpans, called 15th Jan. 1692, and adm. shortly after.
Died at Rumgay, in Fife, 25th Nov. 1709, aged above 40, in 23rd min. A pious and labori-
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ous min., lamented both by his brethren and people. He marr. July 1699, Janet, daugh. of
Mr. John Mitchell of Balberdie.—[Presb., Syn., & Edin. Reg. (Marr), Acts Parl., xi.]
1714, JAMES BANNATINE, trans. fr. Whittingham, called 13th April, appointed by the Presb.
21st July, and entered 10th Oct. ; elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 10th May 1739;
died 10th April 1756, in his 82nd year, and 49th min. He marr, and had two sons in the
ministry, Hugh of Tirleton, and Geo. of Glasgow ; besides a daugh. Katherine, who marr, the
Rev. Dr. Hugh Blair, one of the min, of the city.—Publication—Mistakes about religion
amongst the causes of our defection from the Spirit of the Gospel, Edin. 1737, 8vo.—[Presb.,
Syn., & Edin. Reg. (Bur), Finlayson, dº Hill's Lives of Blair, Chambers's Biog. Dict. i., Kay's
Portr. i., Morren's Ann. i.]
1758. HENRY LUNDIE, trans. fr. Abercorn, called 13th Aug. 1756, adm, 15th June 1758;
demitted 29th (which was accepted 30th) Jan. 1799, and died 1st Jan. 1800, in 57th min.
Though of weak and distempered sight, which produced habits of seclusion, and an incapacity
for regular study, he was in his better days considered one of the most eminent preachers in
Scotland. He marr. 7th Dec. 1749, Christian Menzies, who died 10th Nov. 1810, by whom
he had a son, Archibald, W.S.—[Presb., & Sym. Reg., Kay's Portr. ii., Moncreiff’s Life of Erskine,
Morren's Ann. ii.] -
1799. DAVID DICKSON, promoted fr. Canongate Chapel of Ease, pres, by the Town Council,
Jan. and adm. 21st March ; trans. to New North Ch., 30th Sept. 1801.—[Presb. Reg., Kay's
Portr. ii.] - - . !
1802. RoPSRT ANDERSON, trans. fr. Eastwood, elected by the Town Council, 27th Jan., pres.
17th Feb. and adm. 16th July ; trans, to Old Greyfriars, 31st Aug. 1803—[Presb. Reg.]
1804. THOMAS MACKNIGHT, trans. fr. So. Leith, 2d charge, elected by the Town Council, 2nd
Feb., pres, in March, and adm. 21st June; was an unsuccessful candidate for the Professorship of
Mathematics in the Univ., 12th March 1805, was elected conjunct Sub-Clerk to the General
Assembly, 20th May 1802, and sole Sub-clerk 21st May 1808. Had D.D. conferred by the
Univ. of Edinburgh, July same year, and was trans. to the Old Ch. 25th April 1810–Presb.
Reg., Anderson's Sketches, Kay's Portr. ii, Edin. Grad.] .
1810. ANDREW GRANT, D.D., trans. fr. Canongate, elected by the Town Council, 6th June,
pres, in Aug., and adm. 11th Oct. ; trans. to St. Andrew's Ch. 30th Dec. 1812.-[Presb. Reg.
1813. WALTER TAIT, A.M., trans. fr. Tealing, elected by the Town Council, 27th Jan., pres.
16th June, and adm. 25th Nov. Viewing with a favourable eye the heresies adopted by Camp-
bell of Row, and Irving of London, he gave countenance to a Mr. Carlyle, Edin, pretending
to speak, 13th May 1833, as “a manifestation of the Spirit,” which being reported to the Gen.
Assembly, 24th following, they expressed “their high disapprobation of those disorders and
irregularities,” and remitted the case to the Presb, who were constrained to depose him from the
ministry, 22nd Oct. thereafter. His adherents erected another place of worship, and received
him as their “Angel,” or pastor till his death, 22nd Feb. 1841, in his 71st year. He marr.
29th Oct. 1800, Jane, daugh. of Mr John Waugh, merchant, London, who died 21st June
1812, by whom he had four sons, Adam, min. of Kirkliston, John Waugh, Robert and William
who took orders and obtained a living in the Church of England; 2ndly, 12th Jan. 1816,
Mary Tennant, relict of James Robertson, Esq., solicitor, who died at Bathgate, 28th Aug.
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1845.-Publications—Two single Sermons, Dundee, 1809-11, 8vo.—[Presb. Reg., Anderson's
Sketches, Acts of Ass. 1833, Haldane's Mem., &c.] -
1834. WILLIAM CUNNINGHAM, trans. fr. Greenock (New Ch.) elected and pres, by the Town
Council, 30th Oct. 1833, adm. 16th Jan. following. Had D.D. conferred by Princeton College,
New Jersey, Oct. 1842. By adhering to the Protest, joining in the Free Secession (of whose
measures he was a chief leader and adviser) and signing the demission he was declared no
longer a min. of this church, 24th May 1843. He was appointed the same year Professor of
Divinity, in 1845 Professor of Church History, and in 1847 Principal of the New or Free
Church College, Edinburgh ; elected Moderator of the Free Gen. Assembly, 19th May 1859.
and died of pleurisy, after a short illness, 14th Dec. 1861, in his 57th year, and 31st min.
Thoroughly honest and straightforward in supporting the Veto Law, and enforcing settlements
according to its provisions, he feared going no length to accomplish his object, or that of his
party; was equally zealous in maintaining the right of admission of ministers of quoad sacra
charges to a seat in church courts, and of the power of the church to confer it, and avowed
himself against patronage in the church, thus perilling the establishment which had subsisted
through many generations, and which links together the Church and the State, and renders
them in their union in the highest degree beneficial to society. While violent in debate,
extreme in his public conduct, and in debate, yet in private he was amiable, generous
and kindhearted. He marr. 15th July 1834, Janet Denniston of Greenock, by whom
he had two sons, Charles and Archibald, and a daugh, who marr. Mr George Carphin,
Dunkeld.—Publications—Reply to the Statement of certain ministers and elders published in
answer to Dr Chalmers' conference, Edin. 1837, 8vo. Speech on the Independence of the
Church, Edin. 1839, 8vo, Letter to John Hope, Esq., Edin., 1839, 8vo, Tracts vii., viii. on the
Intrusion of Ministers, Edin., 1839, 8vo., Defence of the Rights of the Christian People in the
appointment of ministers, Edin., 1840, 8vo., Strictures on the Rev. James Robertson's Obser-
vations upon the Veto Act, Part 1, Edin., 1840, 8vo, Letters on the Church Question in
answer to Mr. Robertson of Ellon, Edin., 1842, 8vo. Animadversions on Sir Will. Hamilton’s
Pamphlet, Edin., 1843, 8vo. The Unchangeableness of Christ, a Sermon, Edin., 1853, 8vo.,
The Reformers and the Theology of the Reformation, Edin., 1862, 8vo., Historical Theology,
or Review of Discussions on Church Principles, 2 vols, Edin., 1863, 8vo., Introduction and
Notes to Stillingfleet's Doctrines and Practices of the Church of Rome, 18 , 12mo, Lec-
ture I. (Lect. on Establishments) The Rights of the Christian People (Communic. on the Prin-
ciples of the Free Church II.) also edited Bruce's Sermons and Life, Edin., 1843, 8vo.—[Presb.
Reg., Acts of Ass. 1843, Smith's Scott. Clergy, iii., &c.]
COLLEGIATE OR SECOND CHARGE.
In consequence of a resolution of the Town Council, 31st Jan. 1781, to erect a church in the New Town,
this charge fell to be uncollegiated by the vacancy of 24th Aug. 1782.
1597. GEORGE ROBERTSON, prom. fr. Regent in the Univ. was on the Exercise, 20th June
1592, elected by the Commissioners of the Gen. Assembly at Falkland, and adm. 6th June; on
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that having been considered informal before 31st Jan., he was re-adm. 10th April 1598. The
Town Council, 10th Aug. 1599, ordained him to get vi" merks, £26 8s. Sterl. of stipend. He
died previously to 20th July 1604, leaving a widow and children, Bessie and Katharine.—
Publication–Vitae et Mortis D. Roberti Rolloci Scoti Narratio, Edin., 1599, sm. 8vo.—
[Edin. Counc., Presb., St. Cuthbert's Sess, Syn., and Reg. (Bapt.), Rollock's Sel. Works, Bruce's
Sermons (Life), Craufurd’s Hist. Univ. Edin, Reg. Assig, Spotswood and Calderwood's Hist,
Murray's Life of Rutherford.] The next appointed was—
1625. JoHN MAXWELL, A.M., trans. fr. New Ch., appropriated by the Town Council, 25th
Nov.; trans. to the Old Ch., 1626–LEdin. Counc. Reg., Murray's Life of Rutherford.]
1628. HARIE ROLLOCK, A.M., trans. fr. Kilconquhar, elected 2d, and pres. by the Town
Council, 16th Jan. ; 6th Feb. following, xij merks, or £52 16s, was allowed him as stipend.
Pres, to the Greyfriars in 1629, but still continued in 1630–LEdin. Counc. Reg., Row and
Stevenson's Hist.] -
1635. JAMES ELLIOT, D.D., trans. fr. Glasgow, (College Ch.), elected by the Town Council,
18th, pres. 23d, and adm. 30th Dec. He would willingly have intimated a solemn fast, to
pray for a blessing to the Covenant, 3d June 1638, but was discharged to do so by the Bishop,
for which proceeding his ministry became unpopular. So that going to the pulpit in room of
another, [Rollock], the women “after sermon fell upon him with many sad stroakes.” He
did not, indeed, decline the Assembly that year, but as he had used the Liturgy, and was in
some respects, “too weak for the ministrie,” complaints were lodged against him, and a com-
mittee appointed who, 7th Jan. 1639, “haiving considered the said Mr E.'s preaching cannot
for the present serve to the edification of the people of E., ordains and appoints him to ceas
from preaching till the provincial Synod, and in caice he before then acknowledges the acts of
the Assembly at Glasgow, recommends to the Synod to transport him from the church of E.
except the people desir him to stay. Giff he does not then acknowledge the Acts of the
Assembly at Glasgow, refers unto the Synod to depose him of his ministerial function.” A
report was made to the Gen. ASS., 26th Aug. 1639, by two of their number who had
been appointed to take notice of his case, “that they thought him to be a humble and modest
man, penitent for anything he has done, and submissive to the constitutions of the kirk.” On
which the Assembly declared him capable of the ministrie, and to be provydit at the first
occasion. The Town Council, therefore, ordered payment of his bygane stipend, 27th Sept.
to Beltane last. From an expression in Baillie, 1st Dec. 1646, he appears to have gone to Eng-
land, and obtained a living. “Commend me to the Principal [Strang], his daughter and her
children are at their church in the countrie. The extreme foulness of the weather has keept
her husband here.” He is supposed to have died about 1652. He marr. 20th July 1634,
Helen, eldest daugh, of Principal Strang, and had two sons, John and James, and two daugh.
Jonet, spouse of Mr Hugh Blair, min. of Muiravonside, and Christian, wife of Mr Rob.
Watson, min. of Cardross-[Edin. Counc., Bapt., Test. (Glasg), and Glasg. Reg. (Marr., and
Bapt.), Baillie's Lett, Peterkin's Rec., Wodrow MSS., Stevenson's Hist, Murray's Life of
Rutherford.]
1641. WILLIAM BENNET, trans. fr. Monimail, elected and pres. by the Town Council, 14th
Jan. 1639, confirmed by the Assembly at Aberdeen, 1640, adm. 28th Oct. 1641; was a member
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of the Commissions of Ass., 1642-1646, and died March, 1647. He marr. Jean Bower and
had William and Helen (twins), Catherine, and David.—[Edin. Counc., Syn., Bapt., and Gen.
Sess. Reg., Baillie's Lett. i., Acts of Ass.]
1648. JoHN SMITH, A.M., trans. fr. Burntisland, pres. by the Town Council and Kirk Session,
16th March 1647, adm. 17th March 1648. He was a member of the Commissions of Ass.
1648-1649, appointed by Parliament one of the visitors of the Univ. of St Andrews, 16th
Jan. 1649, and of Edinburgh 31st July following. Taken prisoner at Alyth, 28th Aug.
1651 by the English army, carried to Tynemouth castle, and afterwards to London where he
was liberated and returned to Edinburgh, 29th March 1653. Being required by the Earl
of Middleton, Lord Commissioner, and some of the Lords of the Articles, to concur with the
Bishops in church discipline, which he declined, he was discharged by Parliament the
further exercise of his ministry in Edinburgh, his church declared vacant, 7th Aug. 1662; he
died in the neighbourhood of Prestonpans, 9th Dec. 1667, in 34th min. He drew up some
of the Public papers on the part of the Resolutioners against the Protestors. He marr.
Eupham Monipennie, and had issue Eupham and James.-[Edin. Coun, Syn., Sess, Gen. Sess.
and Reg. (Bapt.), Acts of Ass., and Parl. vi., vii., Lamont, Wicoll, and Brodie's Diaries, Baillie's
Lett. iii., Kirkton and Wodrow’s Hist. i., and Anal. i., Ing. Ret. Gen., 5682.]
ALEXANDER CARNGRoss, A.M., representative of the ancient family of C., of Cowmislie, be-
came so reduced that he was forced to take employ as a dyer, in the Canongate, for many
years, in which he was so successful that he was enabled to regain part of the estate which be-
longed to his progenitors. Studied at the Univ. of the city, where he was laureated, 26th
July 1657, licensed by George, bishop of the diocese, 31st October 1662, elected by the Town
Council, 29th April 1663, pres, to Ayton by Charles II., 13th Oct. 1664, but did not remove.
Trans, to Dumfries in 1668.-[Edin. Grad, Keith's Catal, Edin. Counc. Reg., Reg. Sec. Sigill.
i., and Collat.]
1669. JoHN MACKQUEENE, A.M., trans. fr. Carmichael, pres, by the Town Council, 16th Dec.
1668, Collated, 29th Jan. after. He was suspended for a foolish frolic, Dec. 1683, but reponed
Feb. 1684. He was appointed Sub-Dean of the Chapel Royal, 28th Jan. 1688, and deprived
by the Convention of Estates 26th April 1689, for not obeying the Proclamation against
owning James VII., and praying for William and Mary. Soon after he was secretly dispatched
to the Court of St. Germains, with letters from Colonel Buchan and the Highland Clans, shew-
ing the condition to which they were reduced, and imploring their assistance, from which he
speedily returned with such advice and assistance as they could give. He became min. of
Welton, near Daventry, in Northamptonsh.; and was appointed in 1698 to St. Mary's, Dover.
In the course of two years it was proposed to deprive him of the church fees, and other trifling
emoluments, in order to lessen the parochial cess. In disposition he was easy and pliable.
Sobriety did not rank among his chief virtues; yet his mildness covered a multitude of imper-
fections. Stories are told at Dover of his nightly rambles with his jocose and facetious
clerk, which shew that his eccentricities were no less remarkable than his kindness and good
nature. When the Duke of Marlborough attended divine service on his landing here in 1714,
he depicted his brilliant victories and splendid feats in such glowing terms, that his feelings
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were overpowered, and he was obliged to withdraw ; on which M. raised his voice, and said,
“My brethren, you see I have been able to do more than all our potent enemies could ever
achieve—I have made the noble hero turn his back.” In 1728, when advanced in age, he
requested an assistant ; but it was disputed whether he or the parishioners had the choice. He
first waved his claim, and then objected to their choice. A vestry was called at the end of five
months, who declared the parishioners had the right to dismiss their ministers, and that he
should preach no longer. Not to be intimidated, however, he mounted the desk on the follow-
ing Sunday, with a determined opposition from his parishioners, who twice sung the whole
119th Psalm. On beginning a third time, he arose and requested to be heard. On getting
silence, he observed, “My friends, I think we are now even—I have in this place often told
you a very pretty story, and to-day you have entertained me with a very pretty song: so now
farewell,” and then left the church. Application was made to the Archbishop, who issued a
prohibition to restrain the person chosen from officiating: the parishioners replied, when it was
finally settled that he should receive a quarterly allowance, which he accepted, on condition
he should remain minister, and be allowed to officiate as frequently as he chose. Death at last
terminated his trials, 10th Jan. 1733, aged about 90, in 67th min. He marr., 21st Dec. 1668,
Helen Meldrum, and had Margaret, Mary, Helen, and ISSobell.—Publications—God’s Interest
in the King, Lond, 1687, 4to. The Magistrates Dignity, Duty, and Danger, a Sermon, Lond,
1693, 4to. The Good Patriot set forth in the example of the public-spirited Centurion: a
Sermon, Edin., 1694, 4to. A Divine and Moral Essay on the Christian Pilgrim’s Conduct,
Lond., 1699, sm. 8vo. A Sermon on the Victory of Blenheim, &c. [Edin. Counc., Gwild,
and Reg. (Marr. and Bapt.), Acts Parl. ix, Fountainhall's Diary, Kirkton's Hist, MS. Acc. of
Min. 1689, Steven's Mem, of Heriot, Batcheller's Dover, Reg. Collat., and Privy Seal, Carstares'
State Pap., Chambers’ Ann. ii.]
1701. ARCHIBALD RIDDELL, A.M., trans. fr. Kirkcaldy, called in Aug., and adm. before 8th
Dec.; appropriated 4th Feb. 1702; died 17th Feb. 1708, in his 73rd year, “a singularly
pious and laborious servant of Jesus Christ.” He marr, a lady, who survived him, and had
two sons, Capt. Walter, of Granton ; and Dr. John, physician in the city; besides a daugh.,
Sarah, who marr. Mr. John Currie, min. of Oldhamstocks. [Edin. Counc., Presb., Syn.,
and Reg. (Marr and Bur), Douglas’ Bar, Wisbet's Her, Wodrow's Anal, Playfair's Bar.]
1710. JAMES GREIRSON, trans. fr. Wemyss, called 14th Dec. 1709; appointed by the Presb.,
14th June, and entered before 1st August 1710; elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly,
14th May 1719; died (after having been several years ill of palsy), 5th July 1732, in 71st age,
and 34th min. He marr, a daugh. of Mr. Math. Selkrig, min. of Crichton.--|Presb., Syn.,
Test. and Reg. (Bur), Wodrow’s Anal.] -
1732. GEORGE Logan, trans. fr. Dunbar, called by General Session 31st Aug., and adm. 14th
Dec. ; officiating, when required, as Chaplain to the Earl of Lauderdale. He was elected, by
a great majority, Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 8th May 1740; and as such solemnly
deposed the eight seceding brethren, 15th following. He strenuously supported the Hano-
verian succession; and on the approach of the rebel army toward the city, was a warm but
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unsuccessful advocate for placing it in a state of defence. Died 13th Oct. 1755, in his 77th
year, and 49th min. He was “a little, neat man, and had,” said the author of Ruddiman's
Life, “from nature no vigour of intellect, from study no enlargement of knowledge, from
habit no precision of reasoning.” He marr, a sister of Sir Alex. Home, of Eccles, and had a
son, George, Min. of Ormiston, and a daugh. ; 2ndly, Lilias Weir, who died before 17th Dec.
1770–Publications—Essay upon Gospel and Legal Preaching, Edin., 1723. Modest and
humble Inquiry concerning the right and power of electing and calling ministers to vacant
Churches, Edin, 1732, 8vo. Continuation of the Inquiry, Edin, 173 , 8vo. Vindication
of the Inquiry, Edin., 1733, 8vo. The Lawfulness and Necessity of Ministers their reading
the Act of Parliament for bringing to Justice the murderers of Captain John Porteous, Edin,
1737, 12mo. A Sermon preached at the opening of the Gen. Assembly, Edin., 1741, 8vo. A
Treatise on Government, Edin, 1746, 12mo, A Second Treatise on Government, Edin, 1747,
12mo. The Finishing Stroke, in two parts, Edin., 1748, 12mo. The Doctrine of the Jure-divino-
ship of Hereditary Indefeasible Monarchy inquired into, and exploded, Edin, 1749, 8vo. A
Second Letter to Mr. Thomas Ruddiman, principal keeper of the Lawyer's Library, Edin.,
1749, 12mo, [Presb., and Test. Reg., Chalmers' Life of Ruddiman, Morren's Ann., Chambers'
Biog. Dict. iii., &c.]
1758. ROBERT DICK, A.M., trans. fr. New Greyfriars Ch., called and adm. 15th June.
Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh, 13th March 1759, and was appointed
by the Assembly, 26th May 1760, one of two commissioners for visiting the Highlands and
obtaining information of the stations proper for missionaries employed by the committee for
managing the Royal bounty. He did not go, however, and died 24th Aug. 1782, in his 61st
year, and 32nd min. He suffered severely from the expensive law-suit in which he was in-
volved regarding his first settlement. Having entered into life with more independent pecu-
niary resources than most of his brethren he was subjected to the expense of maintaining
himself and family nearly four years, added to the process which devolved entirely on him,
excepting £200 in aid from the Assembly, which deeply affected both his resources and his
feelings till the close of life. Yet he was one of the ablest and most distinguished ministers
in his day. The extent of his knowledge, the correctness of his taste, the vigour of his talents,
his capacity for the business of active life, joined to the chaste, commanding, and powerful
eloquence in which he had few equals, raised him greatly beyond the level of most of his con-
temporaries. Conscious of his superiority, he had a strength of principle and delicacy of feel-
ing, which not unfrequently prevented his assertion of just pretensions, and gave to his
character a dignity of pre-eminence, of which his associates were conscious. In public debate
his eloquence was of the highest order ; heard but seldom, and never on insignificant subjects—
the splendid and vigorous eloquence of intellect and feeling, supported by dignity of manner
and power of language was felt to be irresistible. Even when most disappointed he knew how to
preserve his dignity and independence ; and by his sterlingworth and probity could never bend
his integrity to his interest, nor court by adulation and sycophaney the advantages due to his
merit. He lived contented and cheerful in the humble sphere which Providence had allotted
to him, happy in his family and universally respected. He marr. 9th June 1756, Grizel Ford,
who died 16th June 1822. His youngest daugh, Isabella, died 16th Nov. 1792.-Publica-
THE GREYFRIAR’s CHURCH. 39
tions—Two single Sermons, Edin., 8vo. The Simplicity and Popularity of the Divine Reve-
lations, and their suitableness to the circumstances of mankind, 1758. The Counsel of
Gamaliel considered, 1762. True State of the Case, Edin. 1763–LPresb., & Syn. Reg., Mon-
creiff’s Life of Erskine, Mackenzie's Life of Home, Morren's Ann., Edin. Grad, Carlyle’s
Autob., &c.] - -
THE MAGDALEN, AFTERWARDS GREYFRIAR'S CHURCH.
Is mentioned in 1583 as a Church for the South West quarter, or district of the city. In 1593 it had
given place to the Upper Tolbooth, then situated, there is reason to believe, in the West part of St. Giles.
In the following year the “bigging of ane new kirk in the Kirk-of-Feyld Zaird” was proposed, being
either to the south or east of the present University buildings. That proposal was likewise given up, and
another made, 6th Nov. 1601, of “bigging a kirk in the Greyfriars.” In 1612 it was ordered to be built;
and 1st Dec. 1620, the Town Council declare three churches insufficient for the population, and ordain the
New Kirk in the Greyfriars to be opened. In Nov. 1650 the inside work of the Greyfriars was pulled
down and burnt by the English soldiery; it was again restored about 1653. It was soon after divided
by a partition wall, which was removed and restored into one church as before in Jan. 1663. By an evil
conception the steeple was formed as a magazine for holding gunpowder. The consequence was, as might
have been expected, that damage would arise, and accordingly, 7th May 1718, it was blown up and part
of the church carried away. It was then formed into two, the Old being ready in 1721, and an additional
parish erected in 1722, termed New Greyfriars. The Old Greyfriars had another catastrophe awaiting it.
On Sunday 19th Jan. 1845, it was totally consumed by fire from over-heating the flue of a stove contain-
ing heated air for rendering the church more comfortable during the inclemency of winter. After con-
siderable delay it was again restored and re-opened, 13th June 1857.
1598. ROBERT ROLLOCK, A.M., and Principal of the Univ., which he held in conjunction,
formerly in the East or Little Kirk, adm. 18th April. Had xij" merks, or £66 13s. 4d. Sterling,
allowed for stipend, 1st Sept., died 8th Feb. following, in his 44th year, and 12th min., being
of singular piety, holiness, and integrity of life, unceasing in his labours, and vigilant in his
superintendence. He marr. in 1587, Helen, daugh. of James Baron of Kinnaird, who sur-
vived him, and had a daugh. Jean, bapt. 22nd April 1599, who marr. Mr. Robt. Bancanqual,
min. of Tranent.—Publications—Comment in epistol. ad Epheseos, Edin. 1590, 4to. Comm.
in libr. Danielis, 1591, 4to., Analysis epistol. ad Romanos, Edin. 1594, 12mo, Questiones et
Responsiones de foedere Dei, et Sacramentis, Edin., 1596, 12mo, Tractatus de Vocatione efficaci,
Edin. 1597, 8vo., Comm. in espistol. ad Thessalonicenses et Analysis in epistol. ad Philemonem,
Edin. 1598, 8vo., Comm. in selectos Psalmos, Genev. 1598, 8vo., Comm. in Evangel: secund.
Joannem, Genev. 1599, 8vo., Certaine Sermons, Edin. 1599, 8vo. Comm, in epistol. ad
Colossenses, Edin., 1600, 8vo., Comm. in epistol, ad. Corinthios, Herborn, 1600, 12mo, Ana-
lysis in epistol ad Galatas, Lond 1602, 8vo. Tractatus brevis de Providentia Dei, et de Ex-
communicatione, Genev. 1602, 8vo. Comment. in prioris Epist. Petri, Lond. 1603, 12mo, Analysis
in epistol ad Hebraeos, et Tractatus de Justificatione, Edin 1605, 8vo, Select Works, edit. by
Will. M. Gunn, 2 vols, Edin. 1844-1849, 8vo.—[Vita Rolloci Robertson, Crawford, &
40 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
Bower's Hist, Univ., Edin. Coun, Guild, & Reg. (Bapt.) Sel. Works, Melville's Autob, Spots-
wood, Row, and Calderwood's Hist, Livingston's Charac., Mackenzie's Lives, Dempster Hist. i.,
Eccl., Anal. Scot. i., Middleton's Appendia, Chambers’ Biog. Dict, Wimmo's Stirlingsh., Watt's
Bibl. Britt.] -
1599. PETER HEWAT, A.M., trans, fr. 2d charge, appointed by the Town Council, 16th Jan.,
nominated with others, though not appointed, min. of the King's House by the Gen. Assembly
14th May 1601. He was a member of Assembly, 1608, had a gift for lyff of v" merks
yearly from the erection of Kelso from his Majesty, 8th Oct. 1609, and was a member of the
Court of High Commission, 15th Feb. 1610; removed to New or Little Kirk in the same
month.-[Syn., Presö., and Edin. Counc. Reg., Booke of the Kirk, Row, and Calderwood's Hist,
Orig. Lett. i., Reg. Pres.] The next appointed was— -
1620. ANDREW RAMSAY, A.M., formerly in the City, appointed by the Town Council, 1st
Dec. 1620, to supply in the forenoon; on the division of the city in 1625, he was nominated by
the Town Council, 25th Nov., and adm. 31st Jan. 1626; trans, to Old Ch. after 1630–
[Edin. Counc. Reg., Row, Stevenson i., and Calderwood's Hist, vii., Maitland Miscell. ii., Reg.
Sec. Sigill, ci., and Old Dec. iii.]
1635. HARIE ROLLOCK, A.M., trans. fr. Trinity College, pres. by Town Council, 17th June
1629, but only adm. in or before 1635, was a member of the Assembly, 1638, and one of those
for visiting the Univ. of St Andrews, 16th Nov. 1641; trans, to the High Church same year.—
[Edin. Counc., and Syn. Reg., Baillie's Lett. i. ii., Stevenson's Hist. i. ii., Acts Parl. v., Guthrie's
Mem., Murray's Life of Rutherford.]
1642. GEORGE GILLESPIE, A.M., trans. fr. Wemyss, elected and pres. by the Town Council,
12th Oct. 1641, adm. 23d Sept. after ; trans, to the High Church in 1647–II/din. Counc.,
and Gen. Sess. Reg., Murray's Life of Rutherford.]
1649, ROBERT TRAIL, A.M., trans. fr. Elie, elected by the Town Council, 7th Nov. 1648,
adm. (in Tron Ch.), 23d March after. He joined the Protestors, and was appointed by the
Protector, 8th Aug. 1654, with others, for certifying the ability and piety of such as were fit
to be admitted to the ministry in the provinces of Tothian, Merse and Teviotdale. A violent
storm of wind raged with such fury, 23d Jan. 1659, that he and the congregation were obliged
to escape for their lives during divine service. With those of similar sentiments he was com-
mitted to Edin. Castle, 23d Aug. 1660, for engaging in a new remonstrance, where he con-
tinued ten months, and was released, living some time after in the family at Prestongrange.
His stipend was sequestrated by the Committee of Estates, 25th Sept., for subscribing the
Remonstrance, “ane dangerous and seditious paper tending to disturb the peace of the king-
dom,” but it was allowed to be paid to Candlemas by Act of Parliament, 13th March. He
was next charged to appear before the Privy Council for contravening the Acts of Parliament,
troubling the peace of kirk and kingdom, and other misdemeanors, when, for fear of death,
and farther punishment, he signed a sentence of banishment 11th Dec. 1662, promising to
remove from the kingdom within a month, under the pain of death, because he would not
subscribe the oath of allegiance, nor acknowledge his Majesty's Government. He got it pro-
longed on the 23d following for a month, and sailed from Dundee for Holland in March
THE GREYFRIAR’s CHURCH. 41
thereafter. For some years he carried on a weekly correspondence with his friend Mr Will.
Guthrie, of Fenwick. Returning to Edinburgh he died 12th July 1678, in his 73d year, and
37th min., much distinguished for his fidelity and zeal in ministerial duty. A portrait of him
is preserved in Smith's Iconographia Scot. He marr. 23d Dec. 1639, Jean Annan (who
likewise suffered imprisonment, June 1665, for corresponding with her husband in his exile),
and had three sons and three daugh., William, (min. of Borthwick), Robert, (min. at London),
James, (Lieutenant of Stirling Castle), Helen, (wife of Mr Tho. Paterson, min. of Borthwick),
Agnes, (lady of Sir James Steuart of Goodtrees, Lord Advocate), and Margaret, (spouse of James
Scot of Bristo, writer in Edinburgh).-Publication—A Letter from a Father to his children,
&c.—[Elie Sess., Edin. Counc., Gen. Sess, Guild, and Reg. (Bapt., and Bur), Acts Parl. vii.,
Lamont, and Wicoll’s Diaries, Rutherford, and Baillie's Lett. iii., Peterkin's Rec., Wodrow’s Hist.
i. ii., and Amal iv., Edin. Chr. Inst., xxiii., Chambers's Ann. ii., Wilson's Diss. Churches, i.,
Mun. Univ. Glasg., ii., Steven's Scott. Ch. Rotterd, Murray's Life of Rutherford, and Lock-
erby's Life of J. Brown, &c.]
1662. ROBERT DOUGLAS, A.M., removed from High Ch., that the Bishop might be provided,
2d June, but deprived for not submitting to Episcopacy, 1st Oct. thereafter.—[Edin. Counc.
Reg., Lamont's Diary, Wodrow’s Hist., i.]
1662. JoHN ROBERTSON, trans. fr. Dysart, pres, by the Town Council, 6th Oct., and adm. (in
the High Ch.), 5th Nov. By joining with others June 1674, in wishing that a National
Synod should be called, he incurred the displeasure of the Sovereign, who, 16th July follow-
ing, directed he should be removed to the manse of Auchterless. In 1675, however, he sub-
mitted and petitioned to be restored to his charge, which was granted by his Majesty, and he
was released accordingly by the Priv. Council, 27th April of that year; was appointed
Almoner to his Majesty, 24th March 1681. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of St Andrews,
6th Nov. 1686, and died 11th Jan. 1691, in 33d min. He marr. Jan. 1659, Elspet Scot, a
gentlewoman in the Leven family ; 2dly, 23d June 1681, Barbara, daugh. of Sir John Cowpar,
of Gogar, Knight.—|Edin. Counc., Guild, Corstorphine Sess., and Reg. (Bur) Lamont, and
Nicolſ's Diaries, Wodrow’s Hist. ii., Rule's Sec. Windication, MS. Acc. of Min, 1689.]
1688. GILBERT RULE, M.D., formerly in Prestonkirk. A letter from the min. of Lothian and
Tweedale, 16th Aug. 1687, urged his coming to their bounds, but having also a call to the min-
istry at Dublin, he accepted it, and discharged his duties there with great acceptability. He was
called to the city, 7th Dec. 1688, and had it confirmed by the Town Council, 24th July 1689,
was also settled as Principal of the Univ. in the following year, and retained both situa-
tions till his death, 7th June 1701, aged 72, in 44th min. His library sold for jº li. vid.
Engaging usually in study till a late hour he was generally termed “the Evening Star,” and
was distinguished for great learning, piety, candour, and moderation. He marr. Janet
Turnbull, and had three sons and three daugh., Gilbert, an M.D., Mr Andrew, an advocate,
who died Dec. 1708, Mr Alexander, professor of Hebrew, Rachel, Rachel, and Jonet. His
brother Archibald was a merchant and one of the magistrates of the city.—Publications—
Modest Answer to Dr Stillingfleet's Irenicum, Lond, 1680, 8vo. Historical Representation
of the Testimonies of the Church of Scotland, 1687. A Sermon preached before Parlia-
ment from Isaiah ii. 2., Edin., and others. A Rational Defence of Non-Conformity,
42 - IPRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
Lond., 1689, 4to. A Windication of the Church of Scotland, Lond., 1691, 4to. A Second
Vindication of the Church of Scotland, Edin., 1691, 4to. A Defence of the Windication of
the Church of Scotland, Edin, 1694, 4to. A Sermon preached at the meeting of Council of
Geo. Heriot's Hospital, Edin., 1695, 4to. The Cyprianick Bishop Examined, and found not
to be a Diocesan, Edin., 1696, 4to. The Good Old Way Defended, Edin., 1697, 4to. Dis-
course of suppressing Immorality and promoting Godliness, Edin, 1701, 4to. A Windication
of the purity of Gospel-worship, A Representation of Presbyterian Government, Answer to
ten Questions concerning Episcopal and Presbyterian Government.—[Edin. Counc., Presb.,
Syn., Test., and Reg. (Bapt., and Bur), Wodrow’s Hist., & MSS., and Anal., Calamy's Account,
and Continuation, Bower's Univ., Watt's Bibl. Britt. ii., Mum. Univ. Glasg. ii., S. Presb. Eloq.,
Acts Parl. ix.]
1702, JAMES HART, A.M., trans. fr. Ratho, called by the Gen. Session, 29th July, appointed
by the Presb. 9th, and entered 20th Sept. In autumn 1714 he was appointed by the
Commission of Assembly one of those to congratulate Geo. I., on his arrival in Britain, and Aug.
1726, Almoner to his Majesty, and died 10th June 1729, in his 66th year, and 37th min.
He had much professional zeal, was esteemed for the fidelity and diligence of his pastoral
labours, greatly opposed to the union of the kingdoms, and even shortly preceding it attacked
from the pulpit his colleague Carstares, who was a promoter of the measure, as a traitor to the
Church. He marr. Margaret Livingston; 2ndly, Mary Campbell, by whom he had thirteen
children, nine of whom survived him. One of them, Mr Archibald, was a wine merchant in
the city.—Publications—The qualifications of rulers and the duty of subjects described, a Ser-
mon, Edin., 1703, 4to. The Journal of Mr. J. H. in 1714, edited by Principal Lee, Edin,
1832, 4to.—[Presb., Syn., Test., & Reg. (Bur), Wodrow's Ann. iv., Stevenson's Hist. ii.,
Murray's Biog. Ann., Journ. (Mem.) - •
1730. WILLIAM BROUN, A.M., trans. fr. Lady Yesters, adm. 23rd July; died 23rd March
1736, in 54th age, and 24th mino-Publication—The benefit and comfort of the Christian
Revelation, a Sermon, Edin., 1736, 8vo. —[Presb., Syn., Test., & Reg. (Bur), Wodrow’s
Anal. iii. iv.] - - -
1736. WILLIAM ROBERTSON, trans. fr. Lady Yesters, adm. 10th Oct. ; died 16th Nov. 1745.
He was esteemed as a practical preacher, and revered as a judicious and worthy man, who was
tolerant and charitable in his opinions of others, and highly exemplary in promoting the edu-
cation of his family. For many years he employed his leisure hours investigating the trans-
actions occurring in the reign of Queen Mary, which not improbably led his son, the Principal,
at an after period to complete them in his valuable history. He marr. 20th Oct. 1720, Eleanor
daugh, of David Pitcairn of Dreghorn, who died six days after her husband, and had William,
the historian, Robert, Mary, who marr. Mr James Syme, min. of Alloa, and was the grand-
mother of the illustrious Lord Brougham, Margaret, David, Elizabeth, Patrick, a jeweller in
Edin, who died 8th Sept, 1790, and Helen, who died 24th Jan. 1816. One of his daugh.
marr. Mr James Cunningham of Hyndhope, and had two sons, Alexander, a WS., and William,
Lieut. in the H.E.I.C.S., and Quarter-Master General-Publication—Ministers ought to please
God rather than men, a Sermon, Edin., 1737, 8vo.—[Presb., Edin. Counc., Borthwick Sess, and
Reg. (Bur), Wodrow's Anal. iv., Erskine's Disc. i., Bower's Univ. iii, Kay's Portr. i,
Murray's Biog. Ann., New St. Acc. XV., &c.] .
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1747. JAMEs STEVENSON, A.M., trans. fr. New Greyfriars, adm. 24th Dec.; died 15th July
1760, aged 67, in 39th min. He marr, 16th Sept. 1724, Miss Anne Lamont, of the par, of
Scoonie, who died 24th March 1766.-[Presb., Syn., & Scoonie Sess. Reg., &c.]
1761. WILLIAM ROBERTSON, D.D., trans. fr. Lady Yesters, adm. 26th Nov. In the follow-
ing year he was adm. Principal of the Univ., elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly 26th
May 1763, and commissioned his Majesty's Historiographer for Scotland, 6th Aug. follow-
ing, with a salary of £200 sterl. ; died 11th June, 1793, in his 72nd year, and 50th
min. Unrivalled in persuasive eloquence, he acquired an influence in the Gen. Assembly
greater than any other from the time of Andrew Melville, and guided the business entrusted to
her charge for twenty-eight years, laying the foundation of that system of polity—the inde-
pendence of the church, in opposition to dependence on the fluctuating policy and measures of
the Civil government according to the ministry of the day; submission and obedience by the
inferior judicatories; and enforcement to the law of patronage, unless on cause shewn, of
erroneous doctrine, or immoral conduct, which preserved the unity and peace of the church,
until a different principle was established by the Assembly of 1834. His industry, accuracy, and
profound views, joined to the elegance and beauty of his composition, entitle him to be ranked
among historians of the highest class. If others excelled him in popular favour as a preacher,
none did as a lecturer, or expounder of large portions of Scripture. He proposed writing a
life of his friend, Dr Drysdale, which being opposed by the doctor's relations, was not carried
into effect, but for this, in all probability, such luminous views of the ecclesiastical polity
under which both acted, would have been given, as posterity may have cause to regret was
not undertaken. He marr., 22nd Aug. 1751, Mary, daugh. of the Rev. James Nisbet, one of
the min. of the Old Church, she died 11th March 1802, aged 80, and had three sons and
two daugh. ; William, a Lord of Session, James, a General in the army, David, a Lieutenant-
Colonel, married Margaret, the heiress of Kinloch-Moidart, and assumed the name of Mac-
donald; Mary, marr. Patrick Brydone, Esq., author of a “Tour through Sicily and Malta’’
(whose daughters became Countess of Minto, and Lady Adam of Blair-Adam), and Eleonora,
who marr. John Russell, jun., Esq., Clerk to the Signet.—Publications—The Situation of the
World at the time of Christ's Appearance, and its Connection with the Success of his Religion
considered, a Sermon, Edin., 1755, 8vo. The History of Scotland during the Reigns of Queen
Mary, and King James VI., till his accession to the crown of England, 2 vols., Lond, 1759,
4to. [17th Edit., with his last emendations, 3 vols, Edin., 1806, 8vo.] The History of the
reign of the Emperor Charles V., 3 vols., Lond, 1769, 4to. [This and the preceding work
were both translated into French.] The History of America, 2 vols., Lond, 1777, 4to. [Its
translation into Spanish was so far advanced, when it was stopped by order of the Spanish
Government.] Books IX. and X., containing the History of Virginia to 1688, and the His-
tory of New England to 1652 [edited by his son William], Lond., 1798, 4to. An Historical
Disquisition concerning Ancient India, Lond., 1791, 4to. Eight Articles in the Edin. Re-
view, Edin., 1755, 8vo. [Presb., Syn., and Edin. Counc. Reg., Tombst, Stewart's Life,
Erskine's Disc. i, Bower's Univ. iii., Kay's Portr., Moncreiff’s Life of Erskine, Cook's Life of
Hill, Scots Mag. xxiii., lv., Sinclair's St. Acc. xiii., Carlyle's Autob., Cockburn's Mem., Morren's
Ann., Chambers’ Biog. Dict, iv., &c.]
44 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
1794, JAMES FINLAYSON, A.M., trans, fr. Lady Yester's, elected and pres, by the Town
Council, 20th Nov. 1793; adm, 9th Jan. after, holding also, in conjunction, the Professorship
of Logic in the Univ.; trans, to the High Church, 27th Feb. 1799. [Presb. Reg., &c.]
1799. JoHN INGLIS, trans. fr. Tibbermore; pres. by the Town Council, 3rd July, and adm.
17th Oct. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh, March 1804; was elected
Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 17th May following; appointed one of the Deans of the
Chapel Royal, 23rd Feb. 1810; and died 2nd Jan. 1834, in 72nd age, and 48th min.
Profound in his views, and clear in his reasoning, he was well fitted for maintaining the in-
terests of the church, and, therefore, he had great influence in her counsels and deliberations on
her affairs. As a divine, he was strictly evangelical, and highly argumentative ; but far too
much so for the popular estimation. In personal appearance he was stately and commanding.
Bis voice was harsh, but his heart was open and generous. What must chiefly embalm his
memory, however, in the estimation of pious and good men, was the deep interest he took in
devising a plan for the propagation of the gospel among the natives of India. This important
object came before the Gen. Assembly, 27th May 1824, and receiving his cordial support, he
was appointed Convener of a committee, which reported in the year following on this gigantic
scheme of Christian benevolence. “His penetration in seeing through intricacies, and his
facility in overcoming difficulties, the calmness which scarcely any agitation could disturb, and
the temper which provocation could hardly ruffle,” rendered him remarkably qualified for such
an object, and into it he threw his whole heart. To this he devoted all the powers of his
vigorous mind, and felt a comforting Solace, in the evening of his days, that they had been
crowned with the divine blessing. He marr., 16th Oct. 1798, Maria Moxham Passmore, who
died, 12th Jan. 1864, aged 87. He had four sons and a daugh, Harry, of Loganbank, W.S. ;
John, Lord Justice Clerk; Abraham Passmore, an officer in army ; William Bryce; and Jane,
spouse of |Mackenzie.—Publications—[Four single Sermons, 1803-1826, Edin., 8vo.] An
Examination of Mr. Dugald Stewart's Pamphlet relative to the election of a Mathematical
Professor, Edin., 1805, 8vo. Reply to Professor Playfair's Tetter to the Author, Edin., 1806,
8vo. A Vindication of Christian Faith, Edin, 1830, 8vo. A Vindication of Ecclesiastical
Establishments, Edin., 1833, 8vo. Account of Tibbermore, [Sinclair's St. Acc. xvii.]. [Presb.,
and Syn. Reg., Brunton and Gordon's Fun. Serm., Edin. Grad, Anderson's Sketches, New St.
Acc. i., Cockburn's Mem., &c.]
1834. JoHN SYM, trans. fr. Sprouston, pres. by the Town Council, and adm. 25th
Sept. By joining the Free Secession, and signing the demission, he was declared no longer
a min. of this church, 5th July 1843, and died 28th Jan. 1855, in 46th age, and 22nd min.
He officiated in the Free Church. History class during the latter illness of Dr. Welsh ; was
Convener of the Edinburgh Free Home Mission Committee, and had the merit of suggesting
better accommodation for the houseless poor, and laying a foundation for the Lodging-house
Association. “Sage in counsel, unselfish in aim, unambitious of power, a shrewd but amiable
judge of human character and conduct, he was ready for every emergency.” He marr., 28th
June 1836, Catherine Glassford, daugh. of Lieut.-Col. John Munroe, H.E.I.C.S.—Publication
—a posthumous volume of Discourses, 1856, 8vo, [Presb. Reg., Disc. (Mem.), dºc.]
THE GREYFRIAR'S CHURCH. 45
COLLEGIATE, OR SECOND CHARGE
uncollegiated by the Town Council, concurred in by the Presb. and the parish of St. John's, erected 28th
Oct. 1840.
1597. PETER HEWAT, A.M., trans, fr. Colinton, elected by the Commissioners of the Gen. As-
Sembly at Falkland, June, and adm., it having been considered informal, before 31st Jan.
1597, he was readm. 18th April 1598; trans, to 1st charge in 1599. [Edin. Counc. Reg., Calder-
wood v., and Spotswood's Hist.]
1620. PATRICK SANDIs, A.M., Principal of the Univ., was appointed by the Town Council
to supply in the afternoon, 1st Dec. He demitted his office as Principal, Aug. 1622, and
died in 1635, aged about 68. He marr. 23rd July 1606, Marion, sister of David Aikinhead,
provost of the city, who survived him.-Publication—Two Latin Poems [The Muses Wel-
come]. [Edin. Counc., Test, and Reg. (Marr), Craufurd, and Bower's Hist. Univ. Edin.,
Dempsteri Eccl. Hist. ii., Ing. Ret.-Gen. 3357.]
1622. RoBERT BoxD, A.M., formerly Principal of the Univ. of Glasgow; elected by the
Town Council 18th Oct., being at same time Principal of the Univ.; but the magistrates hav-
ing received a communication from his Majesty intimating his displeasure, in consequence of
his continued want of conformity to the Articles adopted by the Assembly at Perth, sent
for Boyd to their meeting of Council, 31st Jan. 1623, when he demitted both situations,
yet continued in the city, and countenanced the disaffection of the people to these innovations.
He was therefore charged to appear before the Priv. Council, 23rd June 1624 ; but uncon-
scious of crime he appeared eight days previous, and rebutted the charge, obliging himself to
remove instantly with his family to his property in Ayrsh.; which satisfied their Lordships,
who ordained in terms thereof, and petitioned his Majesty to enlarge his confinement, by want
of sufficient accommodation, and the necessities of his family. While here, he incurred the
envy of Mr. Ramsay, his colleague, as Sundry noblemen, lawyers, and others, who came occa-
sionally to town, resorted to hear his sermons, in preference to those delivered by himself.
[Edin. Counc. Reg., Wodrow’s Biog. ii., Craufurd, and Bower's Univ. i., Livingston's Charac,
Row, and Calderwood's Hist. vii., Orig. Lett. ii., Chambers’ Biog. Dict, i.]
1626. ALEXANDER THOMSON, A.M., trans. fr. Cambuslang, elected by the Town Council, 16th
Aug. ; trans. to St. Giles, or High Church, in 1628. [Edin. Counc. Reg. xiv.]
1630. JAMES FAIRLIE, A.M., trans. fr. the Professorship of Divinity, elected and pres. by the
Town Council, 29th Oct., and adm. 17th Nov. ; demitted 28th July 1637, having been elected
to the Bishoprick of Argyll. [Edin. Counc. Reg., Row, and Stevenson's Hist, i.]
1644. MUNGO LAW, A.M.,trans. fr. Dysart, 2nd charge, elected by the Town Council, 25th Dec.
1643; adm. 29th March after; was a member of the Commissions of Assembly, 1644-1649; and
witnessed the battle at Inverlochy, 2nd Feb. 1645, in company with Archibald, Marquis of Argyll.
The Commiss. of Ass, that year, found he could not be spared to attend the army, owing to
the fear of infection in the city. As a Min. on the staff of the army, he received to account
xxx fi, 18th May 1646. In 1649 he was nominated by Parliament one of the Commissioners
for visiting the Univ. of St. Andrews and Edinburgh. When the Castle of Edin. was rendered
to Cromwell, 17th Dec. 1650, he and others protested. At Alyth he was taken. prisoner,
46 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH,
28th Aug. 1651, carried to England; returned to his charge, Jan. 1653; and died Feb.
1660, aged about 54. His whole librarie, with the insycht, &c., was valued at j" li; and
the Inventary, with debts, amounted to iij" iiijº IXvjii, xiijs. iiijd. He marr., May 1638,
Lilias, daugh. of Mr. Pat. Turner, Min. of Dalkeith, she died Oct. 1658, by whom he had
Mungo, min. at Perth, John, Kathrin, Lilias (died May 1677), Anna, James, Andrew, and David.
[Edin. Counc., Syn., Gen., and Dysart Sess, Test, and Reg. (Bapt., and Bur), Baillie's Lett. iii.,
Acts Parl. vi., and of Ass., Lamont, and Nicol's Diaries, Bannatyne Miscell. ii., Guthrie's Mem.,
Reg. Sec. Sigill. iii., Edin. Chr. Inst. i., Army Treasurer's Acc., Pardovan's Collec, and Muir's
Gleanings of Dysart, &c.]
1664. DAVID STIRLING, A.M., trans. fr. Foulden, elected by the Town Council, 25th May;
demitted his charge in 1699. [Edin. Counc. Reg.]
1669. ALEXANDER RAMSAY, trans. fr. Auchinleck, elected by the Town Council, 8th May ;
trans, to the High Ch., in 1672. [Edin. Counc. Reg.]
1672. ALEXANDER IRVING, A.M., probably trans. fr. West Kilbride, elected by the Town
Council, 23rd Aug., and collated 12th Dec. He was created Burgess and Guild brother of the
city, 12th Nov. 1673; and demitted his charge at Whitsunday 1674. [Edin. Counc., and
Guild Reg., Kirkton's Hist.]
1674. ALEXANDER RAMSAY, re-trans. fr. High Ch., appointed by the Town Council, 14th
June ; trans. to the Old Church in 1681. [Edin. Counc. Reg.] -
1681. ALEXANDER MALCOLM, trans. fr. Newbattle, elected by the Town Council, 16th ;
pres. 18th, and instituted 31st March ; trans. to the Old Church in 1687. [Edin. Counc.
Reg.]
1687. JAMES HUTCHESON, A.M., trans. fr. N. Leith, elected by the Town Council, 11th
Aug. 1687; deposed in 1691 “for contumacy;” which was taken off by the Commission of the
Gen. Assembly in 1699. [Edin. Counc. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689, Acts of Ass. 1699.]
1693. JoHN HAMILTON, A.M., trans. fr. Cramond, called Oct. 1692, adm. in 1693 ; died of
fever 17th Oct. 1702, in 51st age. The insicht, &c., was estimated at £100, and the Inventary
and debts at £2918, 4s. He bequeathed to the poor of Bally £20, of Comber £7, (both in Ireland)
of Cramond £10, and of Edinburgh £17. He marr., in 1673, Anne Rainalds, who died 28th
Dec. 1692, in 43d age, by whom he had Mr. Archibald, who predeceased him, Mr. James, who
succeeded to the inheritance of Ballikeigly, co. Down, Jean, spouse of Hugh Hathorn, merch.,
Edin., and Dorothy, spouse of Philip Mair, of Billcleugh, co. Down ; 2ndly, 5th Feb. 16 96,
Jean, daugh. of Mr. Peter Blair, min. of Jedburgh ; 3dly, Maybell, daugh. of Mr. Hew Camp-
bell, Collector at Donaghadee. [Presb., Syn., Test, and Cramond Sess. Reg., (Mar., and Bur),
Acts of Ass. 1694, Wood's Hist, of Cramond.] -
1704. WILLIAM CARSTAREs, A.M., Principal of the Univ., and Chaplain to his Majesty, both
of which he held in conjunction, called 9th Sept. ; appointed by the Presb. 11th Oct., and
entered 8th Nov. 1704; elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly 29th March 1705 ; and
was trans. to the High Church 17th Dec. 1707. [Presb., and Sym. Reg., Edin. Grad, State
Pap., &c.] - - -
1711. MATTHEw WooD, trans. fr. Leslie, called 5th Dec. 1710, appointed by the Presb. 14th
Feb. and entered 18th March 1711; trans, to the Tron Church 22d Sept. 1714. [Presb. Reg.]
THE OLD GREY FRIAR’S CHURCH. 47
1721. WILLIAM MILLER, A.M., trans. fr. Lady Yester's, appointed by the Presb. 18th, and
entered 22d Jan. Probably he would have been called to fill the chair of the Assembly in 1731,
had not his Majesty's Commissioner [Hugh, Earl of Loudoun) preferred another. He was
nominated one of the Deans of the Chapel Royal in 1727; and died 18th May 1732, in his
59th year, and 34th min. He had a daugh., Jean, who marr. Mr. John Dunbar, Min. of Dyke.
[Presb. Reg., Wodrow's Anal. iii. iv., Playfair's Bar. iii., &c.]
1732. JoHN HEPBURN, trans. fr. New Greyfriars, adm. 14 Dec.; appointed Almoner to his
Majesty 13th Feb. 1747, and died 29th April 1749, in 32d min. He was the counsellor and
adviser of the celebrated Dr Webster in Church policy. He marr. Margaret Fenton, who
died 26th June 1769. Their daugh. Emilia marr. 24th Jan. 1742, Mr Dan. Carmichael, of
Mauldslie, and became mother of Thomas and Andrew, both Earls of Hyndford.-[Presb., and
Syn. Reg., Douglas Peer, i., Carlyle's Autob., &c.] •"
1750. ROBERT HAMILTON, trans. fr. Lady Yester's, adm. 6th Dec. Having been chosen
Professor of Divinity he demitted, which was accepted, 6th Feb. 1754. Taking no leading
part in the wranglings which agitated the Church, his character pointed him out as fitted for
the chair of the Assembly, to which he was nominated in 1752, but as great keenness was ex-
pected to arise during its sittings, another of greater experience and firmer mind was preferred
by a great majority. He was elected to it, however, 23d May 1754, had D.D. conferred by the
Univ., 13th March 1759, and was again elected to the chair, 15th May 1760, during which year
his Majesty died, when he was deputed with others, by the Commission, to wait on George III.
with an address congratulating him on his accession. In 1766 his Majesty appointed him
Dean of the Order of the Thistle, which he held till his death, 3d April 1787, in his 80th
year, and 57th min. He marr. in 1744, Jean Hay, who died 4th April 1804, and had a son,
James, M.D., long a distinguished physician in the city, and a daugh., who marr. Benj. Bell.,
Esq., Surgeon, Edin., Gawin and others—[Presb. Reg., Edin. Chr. Inst. xxv., Tombst., Edin.
Grad, Kay's Portr. ii., Morren's Ann., Bower's Univ. ii., Somerville's Life, Carlyle's Autob., &c.]
1754. GEORGE KAY, trans. fr. New Greyfriars, adm. 11th Oct. ; had D.D. conferred by the
Univ. of Edinburgh, 13th March 1759, was elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly 24th
May following, soon after appointed Chaplain of Stirling Castle, and died 10th April 1766, in
27th min. He was a cheerful companion, excelled in ballad-singing, and marr. in 1748, Anne
Forth, who died 10th June 1788,-[Presb. Reg., Morren's Ann. ii., Edin. Grad., Carlyle's
Autob., &c.] - - -
1767. JoHN ERSKINE, D.D., trans. fr. New Greyfriars, adm. 9th July; and died 19th Jan.
1803, in his 82d year, and 59th min. He succeeded his father in the estate of Carnock, was
for many years the leader of the popular party in the Gen. Assembly, and one of those vener-
able and pious men whose graces not only adorned the individual himself, but also the Church
to which he belonged. As a classical scholar, his merits were of the first Order. He had
peculiar talents for the exposition of scripture, and in biblical criticism was equally dis-
tinguished by his knowledge of Christian morals, and nice discrimination of human character.
Notwithstanding this, however, he had a simplicity which led him to be sometimes imposed
on, and was so apt to melt at a tale of distress that he was known to have occasionally
taken part of the clothing from his own body to relieve what he believed the necessity of
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another. So ready was he in giving that his family were frequently obliged to put articles of
wearing apparel out of his reach. Thus even “his failings leaned to virtue's side.” In the
exercise of private ministrations among his parishioners he took great delight. To the humblest
he was at all times accessible, and felt himself honoured when it was in his power to tender
them either instruction, admonition, or consolation. He was a zealous and able associate in
managing the affairs of the Society for Propagating Christian Knowledge, as well as those
of the Missionary Society, and other charitable institutions of the city. He marr, 15th
June 1746, the Hon. Christian, fourth daugh. of George, Lord Reay, she died 20th May
1810, by whom he had nine sons and five daugh., of these only David the youngest son, who
succeeded to the estate, and three daugh. Survived him.—Publications—They amounted to
twenty-five, besides twenty others edited or prefaced by him, and are enumerated in his life by
Sir H. Moncreiff Wellwood.—[Presb., & Sym. Reg., Moncreiff’s Life, Kay's Portr. i., Douglas'
Peer. ii., Davidson, & Inglis’ Fun. Serm, New St. Acc. ix., Carlyle's Autob., Haldane,
& Cockburn's Mem., Chambers’ Biog. Dict. ii., Scots Mag. lxv., Spec. Ret. Fife, 505, 594, &c.]
1804. ROBERT ANDERSON, trans. fr. Trinity College, pres. by the Town Council, 15th June
1803, adm, (in New Greyfriars) 12th Jan, after. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh,
16th Sept. 1809, and died 24th Jan. 1837, in 69th age, and 42d min. In the early part of
his career he was a showy and popular preacher. He marr., 12th May 1797, Annabella,
daugh. of Thomas Brown, Esq., of Waterhead, she died 10th April 1853, in her 86th year.
They had a son, Thomas, an advocate, and a daugh., Mary, who marr. James Anderson, Esq.,
younger, of Stroquhan.—Publications—Sermons, Leith, 1837, 8vo.—[Presb. Reg., Anderson's
Sketches, Edin. Grad., Tombst., &c.]
1837. THOMAS GUTHRIE, trans. fr. Arbirlot, pres... by Town Council, July, and adm. 21st
Sept. ; trans. to St John's, 4th, and adm. 28th Oct. 1841. Joining in the Free Secession, and
signing the demission, he was declared no longer a Min. of this Church, 5th July 1843.
Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh, 9th April 1849, and was elected Moderator of
the Free Gen. Assembly, 22d May 1862. His excellence is said to have been more in lectur-
ing or expounding Scripture, than in preaching, “which more resembled a conversation
addressed to each individual hearer, than a sermon.”—Publications—Tract No. 6, On the
Intrusion of Ministers, Edin., 1839, 8vo. A Short Plea for the Public and Free Use of the
Bible in Ragged Schools. A Plea for Ragged Schools. A Second Plea for Ragged Schools,
Edin., 1849, 8vo. A Plea in Behalf of Drunkards, and Against Drunkenness, Edin., 1850,
8vo. A Plea for Drunkards, Edin., 1851, 8vo. Lost and Found, Edin., 1853, 24mo. Three
single Sermons, Edin., 8vo. Ragged Schools, a Lecture, Lond., 1855, 8vo. Sermons on the
36th Chapter of Ezekiel, Edin., 1855, 8vo. The City, its Sins and Sorrows, Edin., 1857, 8vo.
Christ the Inheritance of the Saints, Edin., 1858, 8vo. A Word in Season, a New Year
Tract, 1861. The Way to Life, Edin, 1862, feap. 8vo. The Disruption: its Obligations and
Responsibilities, Edin., 1862, 8vo. Bear ye One Another's Burdens, Lond., 1863, 12mo.
Speaking to the Heart, Lond., 1862, cr. 8vo. He edited the Street Preacher, or Autobio-
graphy of Robert Flockhart, Edin., 1858, and wrote a Memoir of the Rev. Robert Coutts,
|Coutt's Sermons, 1848, 12mo.] The Sunday Magazine, now publishing. He marr., 6th
October 1830, Anne, daugh. of the Rev. James Burns, one of the Min. of Brechin, and has a
family. [Presb. Reg., Smith's Scott. Clergy i., Edin. Grad.]
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THE TOLBOOTH CHURCH.
Erected by the Town Council, 24th Dec. 1641, and the west portion of St. Giles, (formerly used as the
Tolbooth, from which the name of the par, has arisen) was appropriated for its use. After a repair, or
alteration, it was opened 20th April 1656. On the renovation of St. Giles it was again appropriated
by the Town Council, 26th Jan. 1832, and opened 29th April following; but on the New Assembly Hall
being built, this building was appropriated for the use of the Tolbooth parish, and opened 5th Nov. 1843.
1641. RoPERT Dougi,As, A.M., trans. fr. the High Ch., had this par. allotted by the Town
Council, 24th Dec.; elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly 27th July 1642, named by the
Assembly 18th Aug. 1643, one of their Commissioners to the Ass. of Divines at Westminster,
attended the army in England in 1644, again elected Moderator of the Assembly 22d Jan.
1645, and a third time 4th Aug. 1647, re-trans, to the High Church in 1 649.-[Edin. Counc.,
and Gen. Sess. Reg., Acts Parl. vi.]
1649. GEORGE HUTCHESON, A.M., trans. fr. Colmonell, elected and pres. by the Town Council,
7th Nov. 1648, adm. 23d March, and appointed by the T. Council to this charge 4th April
1649. He was one of those appointed same year for visiting the College of Edinburgh, and was
appointed by the Commission of Assembly to join with the committee of the States and proceed
to Breda in 1650, for entering into treaty with his Majesty, which terminated happily between
the King and the Commissioners. He was also one of those who attended Arch., Marquis of
Argyll after his condemnation, and accompanied him to the scaffold, 27th May 1661. Declining
to join the Bishop in Church Discipline, he was discharged the exercise of his ministry by
Parliament, 7th Aug. 1662–Edin. Counc., and Syn. Reg., Acts Parl. vi. vii., Kirkton, and
Wodrow’s Hist. i., Blair's Life, Baillie's Lett. iii., Livingston's Life, Nicol, and Brodie's Diary,
M*Ure's Glasg.] -
1663. WILLIAM ANNAND, A.M., son of Mr. Will. A., Rector of Throwley, Kent, born at Ayr
in 1633, studied and attained his degree at the Univ. and King's Coll. Aberdeen in 1649, and
entered Student at University Coll. Oxford in 1651, ord, by Thomas Bishop of Ardfert, Aug.
1656, as Assistant Preacher at Weston on the Green, Oxfordsh., thence promoted to the Vicarage
of Leighton Budezard, Bedfordsh., and became Chaplain to John, Earl of Middleton, elected by
the Town Council 9th Jan., and adm. 1st. Feb. 1663; trans, to the Tron Ch. in 1675–IBdin.
Counc. Reg., Reg. Collat., Fasti. Aberd, Wood's Ath. Owon. iv., Wicoll's Diary.]
1672. JAMES LUNDIE, A.M., trans. fr. the High Ch., elected by the Town Council 16th Aug. ;
trans. to the Tron Ch. in 1675. [Edin. Counc. Reg.]
1675. WILLIAM MELDRUM, trans. fr. Tranent, pres. by the Town Council 29th Jan., and coll.
16th July. TXeprived in 1681 by refusing to take the Test, and died Jan. 1684, in 17th min.
His librarie was estimat at iiij merks, the insicht at xevijii. vis, and Frie Geir at j"ij" lii.js.
He marr. Jean Colison, and had Christian, bapt. 24th June 1673, and Jean, 12th Nov., 1674,
who was served heir to her fath, 14th Feb. 1684, and same day Mr. George Meldrum, late
one of the min. of Aberdeen, was served her nearest agnate; 2dly at Holyrudhous, 20th Sept.
1776, Sarah Lasoun, who died Nov. 1693–LEdin. Counc., Tranent Sess., Test, and Reg. (Marr,
and Bur), Reg. Collat, Ing. Ret.—Gen. 6535,-de Tut. 1077.]
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1681. JoHN HAMILTONE, A.M., trans. fr. S. Leith, pres. by the Town Council 23d Nov. ;
demitted in 1686, having been prom. to the Bishopric of Dunkeld,—[Edin. Counc. Reg.]
1686. WILLIAM GAIRDYNE,trans. fr. 2d charge, elected by the Town Council 24th Sept. Had
D.D. conferred by the Univ. of St. Andrews 6th Nov. following. Deprived by the Privy
Council, 17th Sept. 1689, for not reading [the proclamation of the Estates] and praying;
absenting himself the day of reading the proclamation; and praying only “God have mercy
upon King William and Queen Mary, and the Royal family;” and for not reading the pro-
clamation concerning the Fast, which he contemptuously threw down, when offered him. Died
2d Feb. 1708, in 40th min. He marr., 25th Aug. 1671, Barbara Guthrie, and had Harie,
died 14th May 1673), David, Jonet, and Margaret.—[Edin. Counc., Test, and Reg. (Bapt.,
Marr, and Bur), Act Rect. U. St. And, Peterkin's Const., Rule's Sec. Vindication.]
1691. JAMEs KIRKTON, A.M., trans. fr. Mertoun, called (after the Toleration was granted, 22d
July 1687), to a meeting-house on the Castle-hill, which was confirmed by the Town Council,
24th July 1689, on which he was adm. to this Ch. 25th Jan. 1691. Died 17th Sept. 1699,
aged about 71, and upwards of 44th min. He was one of the visitors for the college of Edin-
burgh, Aug. 1690, is said to have had “a weak voice,” and to have been “a minister of great
zeal, knowledge, and learning, a most curious searcher into the natural, civil, and ecclesiastical
history of Scotland, and a most successful and sententious preacher of the gospel.” He marr.
Grisel, daugh. of George Baillie, Esq., of Jerviswoode, and had four sons, George, a Surgeon
in Edin, Dr. Andrew (died Sept. 1694), — Captain in the Navy, and drowned in
the Leith, 1676; and a daugh, Elizabeth, who died June 1673. His brother Robert died
25th Jan. 1711–Publications—Life of Mr. John Welch, Edin, 1703, 4to. [Sel. Biog. I.]
A Sermon, being the last he preached, Edin. 1726. The Secret and true History of the
Church of Scotland, from the Restoration to 1678, edited [with a biographical notice, by C.
K. Sharpe, Esq., Edin. 1817, 4to.—[Edin. Counc., Guild, Lanark Presb., and Reg. (Bur),
Wodrow’s Hist, Edin. Chr. Inst. xxv., Brodie, and Fountainhall's Diaries, M'Crie's Life of
Knoa, ii. S. Presb. Eloq., Leven and Melv. Pap., Reg. Gen. Ass. 1690, 1692, Cont. of the Hist.
Rel. Gen. Ass. 1690, Peterkin's Const., Chamber's Biog. Dict. i., Acts Parl. ix., Rule's Sec. Wind.]
1706. JoHN MATHISON, A.M., studied and graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 26th June
1699. Chaplain to the Lord Advocate, (Sir James Stuart), lic. by the Presb. 3d April 1706,
called 19th Sept., and ordained 12th Dec. same year; trans, to the High Church in 1710–
[Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg. &c.] -
1711. JoHN M'CLAREN, trans. fr. Carstairs, called 20th March, appointed by the Presb. 13th
June, and entered 29th July. He refused to take the oath of Abjuration in 1712, and died
11th July 1734, in his 67th year and 42d min. He was one of six who protested against
the Seceders being loosed from their parochial charges, Nov. 1733, and was esteemed as a man
of solid learning, sound principles, and a great gospel preacher, who had a most fertile inven-
tion. His sermons abounding in similes which instructed and delighted his hearers, being
prized for his ministerial abilities, plainness, and integrity, so that his services were acceptable,
while he was singularly unblameable in his practice. It was said he had drawn up an answer
to Limborch’s System of Divinity. He marr. 25th July 1695, Eupham Park.-Publications.
The New Scheme of Doctrine contained in the answers of Mr John Simson, Professor of
THE TOLBOOTH CHURCH. 51.
Divinity in the college of Glasgow, Edin, 1717, 8vo. The Spiritual Burgess, a Sermon,
Edin. 1735, 8vo. [Presb., Syn., Glasgow (Marr), & Edin. Reg. (Bur), Brown's Gosp. Truth,
Wodrow's Anal. iii.] - -
1735. JoHN TAYLOUR, A.M., trans. fr. Alloa, called 21st Nov. 1734, adm. 27th March after;
died 12th Aug. 1736, aged about 54, in 23dmin. He was reckoned a legal preacher, yet superior
to most of his day in originality of genius and depth of thought. He married, and had a
daugh. who marr. Mr Bennet, brewer, Edinburgh.-Presb., & Reg. (Bur), Wodrow's Anal. iii.,
Erskine's Supp. to Gillies' Hist. Collect, Kay's Portr. i.]
1737. ALEXANDER WEBSTER, trans. from Culross, unanimously called 6th Jan., and adm. 2d
June. His natural abilities as a profound calculator enabled him to be of the utmost service
to the Church by acquiring information, making calculations, and maturing a scheme for secur-
ing to the widows and children of Ministers and Professors, often left in destitute circum-
stances, a provision which prevented their being in want, and in the Gen. Ass. 15th May
1744 he received their unanimous thanks “for the extraordinary pains and trouble taken by
him in the rise and progress of the scheme,” which was the first institution of the kind in
Scotland, and has proved to be one of the most beneficial, as well as prosperous, of any in
Europe. He was appointed Chaplain to the Prince of Wales Aug. 1748, and elected Mode-
rator of the Gen. Assembly, 24th May 1753. In 1755 he drew up an account of the people
in Scotland, which was the first time they had been enumerated, for the information of Govern- -
ment. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh 24th Nov. 1760, was one of a depu-
tation sent, by the Commission of Assembly to present an address to George III. on his
accession to the throne 20th Dec. following; and was unanimously appointed General Collector
of the Ministers' Widows’ Fund 26th June 1771. Also appointed one of his Majesty's Chap-
lains in ordinary for Scotland, and one of the Deans of the Chapel Royal, Sept. Succeeding.
He died 25th Jan. 1784, in his 77th year and 51st min. Though strictly evangelical in doc-
trine, he was of convivial and social habits, and yet the most loved and popular minister in his
day, so that sittings in the Tolb. Church were not easily obtained, which led one of the city
functionaries to observe, “it was easier to get a seat in the kingdom of heivin than i' the Tol-
buith kirk.” His talents were also directed to the improvement of objects unconnected with
his profession. To him is the nation indebted for suggesting the extension of Edinburgh by
the erection of the new town. By his importunity with the lamented Colonel Gardiner, it has
been stated, the fatal encounter at Preston in 1745 was hastened. As a philanthropist he
was enthusiastic in seeking to promote the civilization of the Highlands by the promulgation
of the gospel and stimulating its inhabitants to industry. He was at all times a father and
a friend to the poor, constantly accessible, and ever liberal either from pecuniary sources or by
interest, when required to further the comfort and happiness of those who merited his assist-
ance. He marr. Mary, eldest daugh. of Colonel John Erskine, of the Alva family, she died
28th Nov. 1766, in her 72d year, by whom he had six sons and a daugh. George became Civil
Paymaster in the H.E.I.C.S., and died in Bengal July 1794. Alexander, mate of the Dutton
East Indiaman, died on his passage thither in 1782. Ann marr. Captain Eyre Robert
Mingay, of the 66th Foot, and died 16th May 1786.-Publications—[Four single Sermons,
Edin. 1740–1754, 8vo). Divine Influence the true spring of the extraordinary work at
52 - PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH,
Cambuslang, Edin. 1742, 8vo [Sec, edit with P.S. called forth] Windication of said postscript,
Edin, 1743. Calculations, with the Principles and Data on which they are instituted, re-
lative to the Widows' Scheme, Edin. 1748, fol. Beside these he is said to have been the
author of a well-known love song, “Oh, how could I venture to luve ane like thee.”—LPresb.,
& Sym. Reg., Scots Mag. xlvi. lxiv., Webster's Mem., Morren's Ann., Douglas' Peer i, Edin.
Grad, Mackenzie's Life of Home, Somerville's Life, Carlyle's Autob., Kay's Portr. i., Hist, of the
Rebellion, Chambers’ Biog. Dict, iv., Struthers' Harp of Caled. i. ii., Bower's Univ. ii., Erskine's
Disc. i., &c.] -
1785. THOMAS RANDALI, trans. fr. Lady Yester's, adm. 9th June. Had D.D. conferred by
Harvard Univ. in Cambridge, Massachussetts, in 1793. By the death of his maternal uncle,
Sept. 1794, he succeeded to the property of Muirhouse, assumed the name of DAVIDSON, and
died 21st Oct. 1827, in his 81st year and 57th min. He was an affectionate and assiduous,
as well as an evangelical minister, attentive in promoting the views of young men studying for
the ministry, either in directing their studies or bestowing from his fortune, which tended
much towards strengthening the popular party in the Church. To the various charitable insti-
tutions of the city he was a liberal benefactor, and stimulated others by his pious example. He
marr. 29th Jan. 1772, Christian Rutherford, who died 6th July 1797, and had a son, William,
who succeeded to the estate; 2dly, 20th Aug. 1798, Elizabeth, daugh. of Arch. Cockburn,
Esq., one of the Barons of Exchequer, she died 30th March 1850, and had Archibald, an
advocate, Thomas, Sarah, and Mary.—Publications—Three single Sermons, Glasg.
177—, Edin. 1802, 8vo). A Sketch of the Character of Dr. John Erskine, one of
the Ministers of Greyfriar's Church, 1803, 8vo; and recommended Ford's Serious Address
to Men in Business, Edin, 1815, 12mo, [Presb., & Syn. Reg., Muirhead's Fun. Serm., Kay's
Portr., &c.]
1828. JAMES MARSHALL, A.M., trans. fr. Glasgow (Outer High Ch.), pres. by the Town
Council
— and adm. 12th June. During the struggle in the Church upon non-intru-
sion, he did not relish the extreme height to which it was carried by those maintaining these
principles, and with whom he had uniformly acted ; and therefore sought relief in adopting
views which led him to embrace Episcopacy, and renounce connexion with the Church of Scot-
land. He demitted his charge, which was accepted, 27th Oct. 1841. He took orders in the
Church of England, as Curate to the Rev. Dr. Gilly, Vicar of Norham, and one of the Pre-
bendaries of Durham ; was instituted Vicar of Maryport, Bristol, in 1842, and afterwards of
Christ Church, Clifton, where he died, 29th Aug. 1855, aged 59, in 36th min. He marr.,
28th May 1822, Mary Catherine, daugh. of the Rev. Leigh Richmond, Rector of Turvey,
and had Hugh Graham, Leigh Richmond, and Mary Richmond (who died in 1863).-
Publications—Address to the Students of Divinity in the Univ. of Edinburgh, Edin.,
1817, 8vo. A Sermon preached after the interment of the Rev. Alex. Ranken, D.D.,
Glasg., 1827, 8vo. A Sermon on Cruelty to Animals, Edin., 1829, 12mo. Early Piety,
illustrated in the Life and Death of a young Parishioner, Edin., 1837, 18mo. Letters of the
late Mrs Isabella Graham, of New York, Edin., 1839, 12mo. Inward Revival, Edin., 1840,
feap. 8vo–.[Presb. Reg., Anderson's Sketches, Kay's Portr. i., &c.]
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COLLEGIATE, OR SECOND CHARGE
uncollegiated by the Town Council, 26th Nov., and by the Presb. 10th Dec. 1828, with a view to the
erection of St. Stephen's.
1643. JoHN OSWALDE, trans. fr. Aberdeen, pres, by the Town Council 1st Nov., and adm.
before the close of the year; was a member of the Commissions of Assembly 1644-1646;
and trans. to Prestonpans in 1648. [Edin. Counc., Syn., and Gen. Sess. Reg., Acts of Ass.]
1663. ALEXANDER MALCOLM, trans. fr. Orwell, elected by the Town Council 28th Oct. ; trans.
to Newbattle in 1667. [Edin. Counc. Reg.]
1668. WILLIAM GAIRDYNE, passed trials before the Presb. of Arbroath, by whom he was recom-
mended to the Bishop for licence, 23rd July 1664, elected by the Town Council 7th Aug., and
ordained and collated 22d Oct. 1668 ; trans, to the 1st charge in 1686. [Edin. Counc.
Reg., Reg. Collat..] -
1687. THOMAS WILKIE, A.M., trans. fr. N. Leith, elected by the Town Council 11th Aug.
He was the only Min. of the city not superseded at the Revolution by Civil and Ecclesiastical
authority, and was appointed to the Greyfriars, 23d Jan. 1691. Being requested by some of
them to wave his appointment, he replied, “he would very readily obey the good Town, provided
his legal right, as one of the Min. of Edin. was not prejudged.” The Council then offered him
the meeting-house in the Castle-hill, which he declined, as it was not one of the legal churches
of the city, to which he considered himself to have an undoubted claim. He was then trans.
to Lady Yester's in 1691. [Edin. Counc. Reg., Cont. of the Hist. Rel, of the Gen. Ass. 1690.]
1693. JAMES WEBSTER, trans. fr. Whitekirk, called 23d Nov. 1692, adm. next year. He
scrupled to take the Oath of Abjuration in 1712, had a process instituted against him before the
Lord Ordinary (Grange), July, same year, by the celebrated Dr. Pitcairn, for calling him a deist,
which his lordship preferred to get amicably settled, and was against giving toleration to Epis-
copalians. Died 18th May 1720, aged 61, in 33d min. He was a fervent and pathetic
preacher, extremely popular, and greatly lamented, but chiefly celebrated for the stand he made
for purity of doctrine in the prosecution of Professor Simpson of Glasgow, in 1717, which led
him, on one occasion, into such an extremity of passion, that there was a probability of his being
deposed by the Assembly at the next sitting, had he not then appeared, and tendered an apology.
He was understood to hold ultra Calvinistic opinions, and rather to be what is termed a Sup-
ralapsarian. He marr., Dec. 1698, Mary, daugh. of Dr. James Stewart; 2dly, Sept. 1703,
Agnes, daugh. of Alex. Menzies, of Culterallers, and beside a child who died, had Alexander, a
son, long distinguished as a minister in the Tolbooth church.—Publications—A Discourse, de-
monstrating that the Government of the Church is fixed, and not ambulatory, Edin., 1701, 4to.
Essay on Toleration, 1703, 4to. An Apology for his Sermon, 1703, 4to. A Tiscourse on the
Government of the Church, Edin., 1704, 4to. Sacramental Sermons and Discourses at the
Lord’s Table, Edin., 1705, 4to. A Sermon at the election of Magistrates, Edin., 1706, 4to.
The Covenants Displayed, Edin., 1707, 4to. Prejudices against the Union, Edin., 1707, 4to.
The Author Defended, Edin., 1707, 4to. Second Defence of the Author, 4to. Select Ser-
mons on several Texts, Edin, 1723, 8vo. [Edin. Counc., Test, and Reg. (Marr, and Bur),
54 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
Wodrow’s Corresp. i., MSS. lxxxii., and Anal. iii., Boston, and Webster's Mem., Bower's Univ.
ii., Edin. Chr. Inst. xxiii., Carlyle's Autob., Kay's Portr. ii.]
1721. WILLIAM GUSTHART, A.M., trans. fr. Crailing, called 30th Aug., and 17th Nov. 1720,
appointed by the Presb. 18th, and entered 22d Jan. ; appointed one of his Majesty's
Chaplains in ordinary, and dean of the Chapel Royal, Nov. 1726, and died 27th March 1764,
Being eminent in his day for taking a leading part in opposition to the Oath of Abjuration, and
his success in getting such alterations made on it as rendered it more palatable. He marr.
24th July 1711, Ann, daugh, of Adam Tait of Howdon; 2dly, 13th May 1718, Ann, daugh.
of Robert Hepburn of Whitburgh. Two daugh., Elizabeth and Jane, died in 1792 and 1795.
|Presb., Syn., Edin. Counc., and St. Cuthbert's Sess. Reg., Wodrow’s Corresp. ii., Morren's Ann.
i., Fraser's Life of R. Erskine, Carlyle's Autob.]
1765. DAVID PLENDERLEATH, trans. fr. Dalkeith, pres. by the Town Council 15th Aug. 1764,
adm. 30th Jan. after; and died 26th April 1779, in 47th min. He marr., 6th Sept. 1743,
Helen Simson, who died 25th March 1796, and had a son, Robert, hosier in Edinburgh.-
Publication—Religion, a treasure to men, and the strength and glory of a nation., a Sermon,
Edin, 1754, 8vo. [Presb., and Edin. Counc. Reg., Kay's Portr. i.]
1779. JoHN KEMP, trans. fr. Trinity Gask, adm. 25th Nov.; elected Secretary to the Society
in Scotland for propagating Christian Knowledge in 1789. Had D.D. conferred by Harvard
Tſniv., Cambridge, Massachussetts, in 1793, and died 18th April, 1805, in 61st age, and 36th
min. His able and successful exertions in favour of the above mentioned Society well merited
their respect and gratitude. The tours which were continued by him for successive years were
essentially useful in producing a body of information respecting their schools and missions in
the Highlands. He marr. 2d Oct. 1780, Beatrix daugh. of Mr. And. Simpson, merchant
Edin. she died 12th March 1796, and had David, (who marr, the eldest daugh. of Sir James
Colquhoun of Luss, Bart) and Agnes; 2dly, 2d June 1797, Mary Anne, youngest daugh. of
Geo. Earl of Northesk, she died 10th Aug. 1798; 3rdly 26th Aug. 1799 Elizabeth seventh daugh.
of John, Earl of Hopetoun, she died 17th Sept. 1801, aged 33.—Publications—The Gospel
adapted to the state and circumstances of man, a Sermon, to which are added Facts serving to
illustrate the character of Thomas, Earl of Kinnoull, Edin. 1788, 8vo. Account of the
Society in Scotland for Propagating Christian Knowledge, Edin. 1796, 8vo. The character of
the Apostle Paul in some of its features, delineated, Edin. 1802, 8vo.—[Presb., & Syn. Reg.
Douglas' Peer, Soc. Sermons, Kay's Portr. i. &c.]
1805. JoHN CAMPBELL, trans. fr. Kippen, pres. by the Town Council, 31st July, and adm.
24th Oct. ; appointed Secretary to the Society in Scotland for Propagating Christian Know-
ledge, Jan. 1806. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edin. 10th Jan. 1807, was
elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly 21st May 1818, and died 30th Aug. 1828, in his
71st year and 46th min. As a divine he had few equals in knowledge, and though his manner
was perhaps dry and heavy, yet to those who were acquainted either with his services in the
pulpit, or in private life experienced his friendly intercourse, he was kind, useful, and instruc-
tive. He marr. 29th Feb. 1788, Christian, daugh. of Dr. Rob. Innes of Giffordvale, she died
23d April, 1796 ; 2dly, 15th Oct. 1801, Jean, daugh. of Tho. Kinnear, Esq. banker, Edin.
she died 1st Jan. 1838, aged 67, by whom he had a son, Daniel, who died in 1809, and
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several daughters.-Publications—(Four single Sermons, 8vo), 1801-1818. Account of Kippen
[Sinclair's St. Acc., xviii. xxi.]—[Presb. Reg., Lorimer's Fun. Serm., Haldane's Mem. &c.] -
THE TRON CHURCH.
The Tron, or Christ's kirk, founded in 1637 , appropriated for the South East parish by the Town
Council, 24th Dec. 1641. The middle part of St. Giles was set apart for their use till the Church was
opened in 1647. It was not finished however till 1663.
1641. WILLIAM COLVILL, A.M., trans. fr. Trinity College Ch., nominated by the Town Coun-
cil, 24th Dec. Five days after the battle of Kilsyth in 1645, he obtained a protection
from the Marquis of Montrose, which was the cause of his being “looked upon with suspicion,
and maintaining the lawfulness of the expedition to England by the Duke of Hamilton,” he was
suspended by the Gen. Assembly, July 1648, and deposed 27th July 1649, “for favouring the
unlawful engagement.” In 1652 he was carried prisoner to the castle for praying for Charles
II. And was reponed to his ministry by the Synod, 8th Nov. 1654.—[Edin. Counc., Syn.,
& Dalkeith Presb. Reg., Wood's Hist, of Cramond, Mem. of Montrose ii., Nicoll, & Brodie's Diaries,
Wodrow's Amal, Balfour's Hist. Works iii.]
1648. ROBERT LAURIE, A.M., trans. fr. Trinity College, appointed by the Town Council, to
take charge during the suspension of the preceding, 18th Aug. When the Presb. in 1661
petitioned Parliament for a meeting of the Gen. Assembly, for settlement of the Church
Government, he was one of those appointed to wait with it on Middleton, the Lord High
Commissioner. Trans, to the High Church in 1662, and being the only min. of the city
who conformed to Episcopacy, he was termed “the Nest Egg.”—[Edin. Counc. Reg., Kirkton, &
Wodrow’s Hist. i., Baillie's Lett. iii., Brodie's Diary, Chambers’ Ann. ii.]
1663. JoHN PATERSONE, trans. fr. Ellon, elected by the Town Council, 24th Oct. 1662, adm.
4th Jan. after. He preached a funeral sermon on Grizel, Countess of Morton, 19th April, 1666,
when “ther blew such a strong and ferce wynde, that they could not cary the pale above the
corps, but were forcet to take it downe, and cary it before, and the coffin followed after.”
Trans, to the High Church in 1672–LEdin. Counc. Reg., Reg. Collat., Lamont. & Wicoll’s
Diaries.]
1672. WILLIAM ANNAND, A.M., trans. fr. Tolbooth Ch., appointed by the Town Council 16th
Aug. ; trans, to the High Church in 1675–LEdin. Counc. Reg.]
1675. JAMEs LUNDIE, A.M., trans. fr. Tolbooth Ch., appointed by the Town Council, 10th
April and collated 29th May; trans to Dalkeith in 1680–LEdin. Counc. Reg., Reg. Collat.]
1681. ROBERT BRUCE, trans. fr. Old Deer, pres, by the Town Council, 16th, and instituted
25th March. Refusing to take the Test he demitted in same year. He marr. Majorie Les-
lie, and had a son Robert—[Edin. Counc., & Reg. (Bapt.), Wodrow’s Hist. iii.]
1683. GEORGE TROTTER, A.M., trans. fr. 2nd charge, elected by the Town Council, 16th
March. The Town Council 19th June 1685 gave orders to draw a libel against him for tra-
ducing the Magistrates, and 18th Sept. following, they ordered the Procurator Fiscal to draw
another for scandalizing the ministers, or rather in alledging the Magistrates drank the
Ministers stipends, for which he was suspended by Bishop Paterson. Had D.D. conferred, and
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died Aug. 1687, aged about 46, in 23d min. The insicht and silver wark, with his librarie,
were valued at iſ lxxv. ii. vis viijd. He marr. Oct. 1679 Elizabeth, daugh, of And, Oswald, mer-
chant, burges of Edin, she died Nov. 1689–LEdin. Counc., Test, & Reg. (Bur), Fountainhall's
Diary.] - -
1687. ALEXANDER MALCOLM, trans, fr. Greyfriars, 2d charge, unanimously elected by the Town
Council, 11th Aug; deprived by the Town Council in 1689, and deposed by the Commission of
Assembly, Jan. 1691, “for declining their authority.” He proposed going to England 25th
March following, and when there was advised by the celebrated Bishop Burnet to return and
submit to the Presbyterian establishment. He marr. 9th Nov. 1665, and had Jean who marr.
Will. Gray, merchant, Edin, ; William, Nicholas, Henrietta, Mary, Jonet, and Lilias who marr.
Mr Archibald Malcolm, student of divinity; 2dly Jean Reath, and had John—[Edin. Counc.,
Newbattle Sess, and Reg. (Marr., and Bapt.), MS. Acc. of Min. 1689, Wodrow’s Anal. i., Sage's
Works i, Rule's Sec. Windication.] -
1687. WILLIAM ERSKINE, A.M., trans. fr. Carsphairn, called 22d July; confirmed by the
Town Council, 24th July 1689; died unmarried, May 1692, aged about 61. The insicht was
estimat at j" ii., Frie Geir iij" viºlijli, James E. of Shieldfield, his brother german became
Executor—[Edin. Counc., Syn., Gwild, Test, and Reg. (Bur), S. Presb. Eloq.]
1695. WILLIAM CRICHTON, A.M., trans. fr. Falkirk, adm. 8th Sept., elected a second time
Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 2d Jan. 1697; demitted (which was accepted), 12th May
1707, and died 27th Nov. 1708, in 78th age, and 55th min.—[Presb., Syn., Edin. Counc., and
Reg. (Bur), Acts Parl. xi.]
1707. WILLIAM WISHEART, A.M., trans. fr. S. Leith, called 12th Aug., appointed by the Presb.
1st and entered 12th Oct. 1707, was elected a second time Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 30th
April 1713, a third, 14th May 1718, a fourth, 14th May 1718, and a fifth, 2d May 1728.
He was also elected Principal of the Univ. (which he held in conjunction), 6th June 1716,
had D.D., conferred by them 31st Dec. 1728, and died 11th June 1729, aged about 69, in
42d min. He was a good, kind, grave, honest, and pious man ; a sweet, serious, and affection-
ate preacher, whose life and conversation being of a piece with his preaching, made almost all
who knew him personal friends. He marr. 15th March 1691, Janet Murray, in the par. of
Prestonpans, who died 30th June 1744, and had Mr William and Mr George, both afterwards
in the same church, and Margaret, spouse of Mr James M*Dowall, of Canonmills—Publica-
tions—Five single Sermons, Edin, 1701-1719, 4to; Sermons on the Lord's Supper, Edin. 1721,
8vo.—[Edin. Counc., Presb, Syn., Prestonpans Sess., Test, and Reg. (Bur), Wodrow's Anal. iii.,
iv., and MSS. lxxxii.] .
1730. GEORGE WISHART, A.M., trans. fr. St. Cuthberts, called 31st March, and adm, 23d
July; appointed by the Commission of Assembly, 9th Nov. 1743 to go with Mr Wallace, to
London in order to make application to Parliament for getting an Act to provide for the
widows and children of ministers, in which they happily succeeded, and were “thanked for
their faithfulness and diligence,” by the Assembly, 15th May 1744, elected Principal Clerk to
the Gen. Assembly, 21st May 1746, and Moderator, 12th May 1748. Had D.D. conferred
by the Univ. of Edin., 13th March 1759, was appointed one of his Majesty's Chaplains in
Ordinary and Deans of the Chapel Royal, July 1765; and died 12th June 1785, in his 83d
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year, and 59th min. Few preachers equalled him in neatness of composition, easiness of
manner, or fluency in delivery ; while the meekness of his dispositions, joined to an earnest
desire ever to benefit others, with his consistent and amiable life, rendered him greatly re-
spected and honoured. He marr. Ann, daugh. of John Campbell of Orchyard, she died 17th
Nov. 1782, aged 72, by whom he had a numerous family.—Publications—[Four single Ser-
mons,] Edin, 1733-1740, 8vo. A Letter to the author (Logan) of a pamphlet intituled The law-
fulness and necessity of ministers, their reading the Act of Parliament, bringing to Justice the
murderers of Captain John Porteous, Edin., 1737, 8vo.—[Presb. Reg., Wodrow’s Anal. iii., iv.,
Drysdalei, and Erskine's Disc. i., Mackenzie's Life of Home, Morren's Ann, Edin. Grad, Carlyle's
Autob, Kay's Portr. i., M*Ure's Glasg.] - -
1786, ANDREW HUNTER, of Barjarg, D.D., trans. fr. New Greyfriars, pres, by the Town
Council, 19th Oct. 1785, adm. 2d April; holding in conjunction the Professorship of Divinity.
He was elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 17th May 1792. In the year following he
declined being appointed one of his Majesty's chaplains in ordinary, and died 21st April 1809,
in 66th age, and 39th min. “Genuine piety, and the habitual power and experience of per-
sonal religion, were the great sources of his conduct, and gave the spirit and character to his
public ministrations.” “Perhaps no man in a public station ever passed through life more
respected, or with a more unblemished reputation.” He marr. 14th May 1779, the Hon.
Mainie Schaw, eldest daugh. of Will. Lord Napier, she died 9th Oct. 1806, by whom he had
William Francis of Barjarg; John, who became one of the min. of this par. ; and Grizel, spouse
of George Ross, Esq., advocate.—Publication—[Five single Sermons], Edin., 1775, 4to., and
1803, 8vo.—[Presb, and Syn. Reg., Moncreiff’s Fun. Serm., Bower's Univ. iii., Kay's Portr.,
Edin. Chr. Inst. xxv., Wew St. Acc. iv., Carlyle's Autob., Playfair's Bar. iii., &c.
1809. ALEXANDER BRUNTON, trans. fr. New Greyfriars, pres, by the Town Council, Sept.,
and adm. 23d Nov.; was elected Professor of Oriental Languages in the Univ. 19th May
1813, which he held in conjunction. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh 17th
Dec. following, was elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 22d May 1823, and appointed
Convener of the Assembly’s Committee, India Mission, 26th May 1834, the arduous duties of
which he zealously discharged for thirteen years with the highest satisfaction till declining
years obliged him to retire from public life. He died in the neighbourhood of Cupar-Angus,
9th Feb. 1854, in his 82d year, and 57th min. As a preacher he was attractive, both in
style and gracefulness of delivery, while he was attentive to the young and to the visitation of
his hearers, nor was he less distinguished by his assiduity and attention in the management of
Geo. Heriot's Hospital. He marr. 5th Dec. 1798, Mary, only daugh. of Colonel Tho. Balfour
of Elwick, authoress of Self-Control, Discipline, and Emeline, she died 19th Dec. 1818, aged
40,-Publications—Extracts from the books of the Old Testament, with sketches of Hebrew
and Chaldee Grammar, Edin, 1814, 8vo, Third Edit. 1831. Sermons and Lectures, Edin.,
1818, 8vo. Outlines of Persian Grammar, with Extracts, Edin, 1822, 8vo. A Memoir of
Mrs B. (in Emeline.) A Sermon preached on the death of Dr Inglis, Edin., 1834, 8vo. Forms
for Public Worship in the Church of Scotland, Edin., 1848, fep. 8vo.—[Presb. Reg., Anderson’s
Sketches, Kay's Portr., Edin. Grad, Acts of Ass.]
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58 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
COLLEGIATE, OR SECOND CHARGE.
1650. JoHN STIRLING, A.M., trans. fr. Barra, invited by the Town Council, 9th Jan., elected
by the Commission of the Assembly 15th Feb., and adm. 12th April. He joined the pro-
testing or remonstrant party of the Church in 1651 ; and was trans, to the newly formed par.
of Lady Yester's in 1655.-LEdin. Counc. Reg., Baillie's Lett. iii., Peterkin's Rec.]
1663. JAMEs LUNDIE, A.M., studied at the Univ. and King's College, Aberdeen, and attained
his degree in 1657, elected by the Town Council, 29th April, 1663, and trans, to the High
Church in 1665.-[Fasti. Aberd, Edin. Counc. Reg., Reg. Collat.]
1665. ROBERT MORTIMER, licensed by Geo. Bishop of Edinburgh, 19th Oct. 1664, elected by
the Town Council, 2d Aug. and ordained and collated 15th Sept. 1665; demitted, Oct.
1676. He marr. 21st Dec. 1669, Ann Murray, who died 1st February 1705, aged 66 ; and
had Martha, Anna, Helen, James and Alexander—[Edin. Counc., Guild, Test. § Reg., (Marr.
Bapt. and Bur), Reg. Collat.] t
1677. JoHN FARQUEIAR, formerly Regent in Marischal Coll. Aberdeen, trans. fr.
elected by the Town Council 12th Sept. ; trans, to the Old Church in 1682–Edin. Counc. Reg.]
1682, GEORGE TROTTER, A.M., trans. fr. Edrom, elected by the Town Council 17th March,
trans, to 1st charge in 1683–JEdin. Counc. Reg.]
1683. JoHN STRACHANE, trans. fr. Tarves, elected by the Town Council, 21st March; and
also to the Professorship of Divinity, which he held in conjunction. Had D.D., conferred
before 1st July 1685 ; deprived by the Estates of the Kingdom, 24th April, 1689, for not
obeying the proclamation, and praying for King William and Queen Mary. He died before
15th July 1699, aged about 64. He marr. Jonet, daugh. of Mr. Will. Forbes of Fingask,
advocate ; 2dly, Issobell Irving, and besides Mr. William, who was served heir, had John,
Arthur, Alexander, and Isabella—[Edin. Counc., & Reg. (Bapt.), Acts Parl. ix, Ing. Ret.
Aberd.—et. Gen. 8116, Edin. Grad., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.]
1692. GEORGE MELDRUM, trans. fr. Kilwinning, elected by the Town Council and General Ses-
sions 11th May, 1691, adm. next year; elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 11th Jan. 1698,
and Professor of Divinity in the Univ. 24th Dec. 1701, which he was very unwilling to accept,
till the Presb. unanimously relieved him from catechising the people, visiting the sick, visitation
of families, and preaching on week days. Both they and the Commission of Assembly,
recommended his doing so, on which he was admitted 13th Oct. 1702, holding it in conjunc-
tion. He was elected a second time Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 10th March, 1703,
when after several sittings, and during a discussion on an overture, the Lord High Commis-
sioner, (James, Earl of Seafield) abruptly dissolved the Assembly. Though nonplused, how-
ever, he concluded as usual with prayer. The collision at this time led to an under-
standing between the Church and the Government regarding the manner of dissolving the
Assemblies in future. He died 18th Feb. 1709, in 75th age, and 51st min. This “learned,
pious and laborious minister, had great abilities for his office, having a most sweet, plain,
pathetick way of preaching, yet very pungent and affectionate in his application of doctrine,
being of a godly and upright conversation, with a large compass of solid knowledge.”
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Grave, composed, and moderate in his sentiments and manners, he was of a healing temper and
disposition, which enabled him to excell as a Moderator, as well as a preacher. To these he
joined a zealous discharge of charitable deeds, which softened the asperities of his enemies.
“O how his lips with charming words did move,
While opening up the mysteries of love:
His heart was seen, and heaven shone in his face,
When lecturing on the covenant of grace.”
publications.—(Four single Sermons) Edin. 1690, 4to, including one preached before
James, Duke of Queensberry, &c., Edin. 1703, 4to, examined by Sage. Vindication and defence
of his Sermon, Edin. 1703, 4to. Letter from a friend in the City to an M.P., anent Patronages,
Edin. 1703, 4to, Toleration defended, Edin. 1703, 4to.-[Edin. Counc., Presb., Syn, & Reg.
(Bur), Wodrow’s Anal. iii. iv. & M.S. lxxxii., Bower's Univ. ii., Edin. Grad, dº Chr. Inst. xxv.
Acts Parl. ix. xi., Boston's Mem., Pennecuik's Works.]
1710. JoHN STEDMAN, trans. fr. Dalmeny, called 20th July, appointed by the Presb., 22d
Nov., and entered 27th Dec.; died of fever, 24th Nov. 1713, aged 35, in 15th min. His haill
library was only valued at xx ii. and the Inventary and debts at vi" iij xxxijii. xvijs.
Having been esteemed a man of great worth, and an excellent preacher. He marr. 9th Jan.
1701, Jean, second daugh, of Mr. John Kinnaird, min. of E. Calder, and had Robert, (Lieut.
Colonel of the Scots Brigade in the Dutch service) Jane, (marr. Adam Rolland), Sarah, (died
17th July 1716), Sophia (marr. Mr. John Gray, min. of Dollar), Margaret, John, (Surgeon
R. N. B. Dragoons), Alexander, (died in Jamaica, Oct. 1735), Rachel, (died at Edinburgh in
1716), and Mary or Marion (marr. Will. Black, clerk to the Regality of Dunfermline).-[Presb.,
Dalmeny Sess, Test., & Reg. (Bur), Woodrow’s Corresp. i., Erskine's Supp to Gillies' Collect., &c.]
1715. MATHEW WOOD, trans, fr. Greyfriars, adm. 16th Jan. ; died of rupture, 19th Oct.
1741, in 65th age, and 33d min, Katharine Hutchison, his widow, obtained a deliverance
against the Magistrates for the Ann, in the same terms as ministers payable from Teinds, 9th
June 1747–Presb., Syn., and Reg. (Bur), Hart's Journal, Morrison's Digest, and Dict, i.]
1745. WILLIAM WISHART, D.D., trans. fr. New Greyfriars, adm, 20th June ; having the
Principality of the Univ. in conjunction, and died 12th May 1753, in 29th min. To his
abilities and worth, less justice has been done than they merited, as few excelled him in depth
of thought, original genius, or the art of gaining attention by new reflections, illustrations, and
arrangement. Though esteemed a good, he was not a popular preacher, and while holding
the doctrines of Calvin, yet he disdained not to associate with Dr Benson, Dr Chandler, and
Dr Foster. He supported the measures of the popular party in the Church, and dissented
15th May 1751, from a resolution of the Gen. Assembly, censuring the Presb. of Linlithgow
for not proceeding in the settlement of Torphichen as appointed by the former Assembly, a
day memorable in the history of the church, as producing the maiden speech of his distinguished
successor in the Principality. He was proposed to be elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly
of that year in opposition to Mr James Mackie, min. of St Ninians and defeated by a majority
of 76 to 62. He died 12th May 1753, in 29th min. He marr., Dec. 1724, Margaret
Haliburton, who died 27th Feb. 1746 ; and had a son who died Jan, 1739, and three daugh.,
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Ann died in 1819, aged 82, Janet marr. Mr Maxwell, merchant, Dundee, and Margaret, Mr
James Macdowall, merchant, Edinburgh. 2dly, 17th March 1747, Frances, daugh. of James
Deans of Woodhouselie. His widow marr, in 1754, Dr John Scot of Stewartfield, and Sub-
sequently John Strother Ker, Esq., of Littledean.—Publications—Charity the end of the
Commandment, a Sermon, Edin., 1731, 8vo. A Sermon preached before the Societies for
Reformation of Manners in London, 1732, 8vo, ſon which was founded a libel for heresy,
from which he was acquitted by the Gen. Ass, 20th May 1738.] Answers to the Charge
exhibited before the Synod of Lothian and Tweeddale, Edin., 1738, 8vo. Public Virtue re-
commended, a Sermon, Edin., 1746, 8vo. Tiscourses on several subjects, Lond, 1753, 12mo,
Essay on the indispensable necessity of a holy and good life to the Happiness of Heaven,
Lond, 1753, 18mo. He also edited Scougall's Life of God in the Soul of Man, Edin, 1739.
Select Sermons of Dr Whichcot, Edin., 1742, 12mo, Ernesti’s preface to Cicero, 1743.
Volusenus, de Animi Tranquillitate, Edin, 1751, 12mo, [Presb., Syn., Test, and Reg. (Bur),
Erskine's Disc. i., Wodrow’s Amal. iii., Wilson's Diss. Churches ii., Morren's Ann. i., Bower's
Univ. ii., Somerville's Life, Carlyle's Autob., Playfair's Bar. iii., &c.] - .
1754. JoHN JARDINE, trans. fr. Lady Yesters, adm. 11th Oct. Had D.D. conferred by
the Univ. of St Andrews, 20th Nov. 1758, was appointed one of his Majesty's Chaplains in
Ordinary, Sept. 1759, one of the Deans of the Chapel Royal, Aug. 1761, and Dean of the
Order of the Thistle, Jan. 1763. While attending the Gen. Assembly as a hearer, and hav-
ing listened to the debate on “the causes and growth of schism,” he suddenly dropt down
while the vote was calling, and was carried home dead, 30th May 1766, in 51st age, and 21st
min. He was “the coeval and intimate companion of Home, the author of Douglas, of in-
finite pleasantry as well as great talents, whose conversation possessed the charm of easy
natural attractive humour. His playful vivacity often amused itself in a sort of mock contest
with the infantile simplicity of Hume, the historian and philosopher, who himself enjoyed the
discovery of the joke which had excited the laugh of his companions around him.” It is said
that Hume, when going down the stair after visiting the former one night the latter refused a light,
saying, “he was well acquainted with the stair.” He stuck, however, and the Dr exclaimed,
“Ah! David, I knew you wanted supernatural light.” Dr Jardine marr. Jean, eldest daugh. of
George Drummond, Esq., one of the Commissioners of Excise, and late Lord Provost of the
city, she died, 27th Oct. 1767, leaving a son, Sir Henry, who for a long period was King's
Remembrancer, and a daugh. Janet, who marr. George Drummond Home, Esq. of Blair-
Drummond.—Publication—In the Theological department of the Edin. Review, Edin., 1755,
8vo, he contributed at least eight articles, but the severity of some of them, with other causes,
brought the work, after two numbers, to a sudden and unexpected close-Presb. Reg., Scots.
Mag. xxviii., Mackenzie’s Life of Home, Malcolm's House of Drummond, Carlyle's Autob.,
Kay's Portr., Lawson's Case, Morren's Ann. ii., &c.]
1767. JoHN DRYSDALE, D.D., trans. fr. Lady Yesters, adm. 22d Oct. ; elected Moderator
of the Gen. Assembly, 20th May 1773, and conjunct Principal Clerk of the Assembly, with
the survivancy, 29th May 1778, and a second time Moderator, by a considerable majority,
20th May 1784; died 16th June 1788, in 71st age, and 39th min. He possessed
indefatigable industry and talent, strenuously assisted his friend Principal Robertson in
LADY YESTER’S CHURCH. 6]
managing the business of the Church, where he was distinguished not more by his capacity for
business, than by his open and conciliating manners, which disarmed the hostility of his oppon-
ents. He may even be said to have succeeded him on his retirement in 1780. He marr. 3d
June 1750, Mary, fourth daugh. of William Adam, Esq. of Maryburgh, she died 20th Jan.
1799, and had two daugh, one of whom marr. Professor Dalzel, of the Univ. of Edinburgh—
Publication—Sermons, with an account of his life, by his son-in-law, 2 vols., Edin, 1793, 8vo.
—[Presb. Reg., Serm. i., Sinclair's dº New St. Acc., Douglas Bar, Carlyle's Autob., Moncreiff's
Life of Erskine, Scots. Mag. lv., Chamber's Biog. Dict, ii., Kay's Portr. i., Bower's Univ. iii., &c.]
1789. WILLIAM SIMPSON, trans. fr. Lady Yesters, pres, by the Town Council, 25th Feb., and
adm. 2d Aug. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh, 8th Feb. 1810, and died
24th Jan. 1831, in his 87th year., and 60th min. He marr. 2d Nov. 1075, Jean Douglas,
daugh. of — Balderston, she died 2d Dec. 1786 ; by whom he had James
(advocate, author of a Visit to Flanders after the Battle of Waterloo), and two daugh.
Euphemia and Ann; 2dly, 29th Sept. 1794, Isabella daugh. of James Ker, Esq. of Bughtrige,
she died 27th Nov. 1825.-LPresb. Reg., Edin. Grad, Kay's Portr, i., &c.] g
1832. JoHN HUNTER, trans. fr. Swinton, pres, to be assist, and suc, by the Town Council
in 1829, a minority of the patrons challenged the right to appoint a successor, but it was found
lawful both by the Court of Session and House of Peers, in 1832, on which he was adm.
11th Oct. same year. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh, 29th May 1847.
He declined being nominated Moderator of Assembly. He marr., 25th July 1817, Caroline,
second daugh. of Archibald Mitchelson, Esq., of Middleton.—Publications—Two single Sermons,
Edin., 1837–1848, 8vo. Preface to Newton's Letters, 18mo. [Presb., and Syn. Reg., Edin.
Grad, Kay's Portr. i., New Scots Mag. ii., Acts of Ass, 1830, dºc.] -
LADY YESTER'S CHURCH,
Founded by Margaret, Lady Yester, previous to her death, 15th March 1647. The inside work, how-
ever, was pulled down, and burnt by the English soldiery, Nov. 1650, but having been restored, it was
erected by the Town Council into a parish, 24th Aug. 1655, for the South South-East District of the
City. On the change of Church Government it was shut up, and the parish again annexed to the Tron
Church. In 1687 it was given to accommodate the parish of Canongate during the building of their
own church, which was opened in Summer 1691. It was then re-erected in 1691. ...
1655. JoBN STIRLING, A.M., removed from Tron Church on the appointment of the Town
Council, 3d Sept. In the same month he employed Mr Pat. Gillespie, who had been deposed, to
preach for him on a week day, which gave umbrage to his brethren and many others. While
engaged with other Protesters in drawing up a new Remonstrance, he was apprehended
and committed prisoner to the Castle 23d Aug. 1660, where he continued till the following
year, when he and his companions were brought before the Lords of the Articles 25th Sept.
thereafter. His stipend was sequestrated by the Committee of Estates for subscribing the
Remonstrance, “ane dangerous and seditious paper tending to disturb the peace of the king-
dome,” but it was allowed to be paid by Act of Parliament, 13th March 1661. He was
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deprived by the Privy Council, 1st Oct. 1662, for not submitting to Episcopacy, and charged
to leave the city with his family. Similar authority, however, gave him leave to return for
twenty days, 22d June 1665, and 20th July he was allowed till 1st September.—[Edin.
Counc. Reg., Lamont, and Wicoll's Diaries, Kirkton, and Wodrow’s Hist., Acts Parl. vii.;
Mun. Univ. Glasg. ii., Baillie's Left.]
1691. THOMAS WILKIE, A.M., trans. fr. Tolbooth Ch., elected and adm. by the Town Council,
30th Oct.; demitted, 21st April 1708, and died, 7th Jan. 1715, in his 77th year. He had
sasine of an annual rent of iij merks out of the lands of Feirlienowis and Bewlie, &c.;
and gifted to the Church four silver cups, which are still used at the communion. He marr.,
April 1665, Margaret, daugh, of James Hepburn, of Eastcraig, in the par. of N. Berwick; 2dly
7th June 1704, Margaret Alexander, relict of George Paull, maltman in S. Leith.-[Edin.
Counc., Presb., Guild, N. Berwick Sess., and Reg. (Bur), New Gen. Reg. Sas. xxiv., Cont. Hist.
Rel. Gen. Ass., 1690.] . -
1708. WILLIAM MILLER, A.M., trans. fr. Meigle, called, 17th May, appointed by the Presb.,
9th, and entered 18th July; trans, to Greyfriars, 11th Jan. 1721. [Presb., and Syn. Reg.]
1721. WILLIAM BROUN, A.M., trans. fr. S. Leith, 2d charge, called, 19th Aug. and 17th Nov.
1720, adm., 19th Jan. after; was talked of as the probable successor to Principal Wishart, and
was trans. to Old Greyfriars, 25th Nov. 1729. [Presb. Reg., Wodrow's Anal. iv.]
1730. JoHN GowdTE, trans. fr. Earlston, called 31st March, and adm., 23d July ; trans, to
the New North Ch., 18th Oct. 1732. [Presb., and Syn. Reg., Wodrow’s Anal. iv.;
1732. ARCHIBALD GIBSON, A.M., trans. fr. St. Ninians, called by the General Session, 31st
Aug., and adm., 14th Dec. ; died, 2d Feb. 1733, in 40th age, and 14th min., leaving a son,
John, who became one of the Min. of St. Cuthberts.-Publication—I am not ashamed of the
Gospel of Christ, a Sermon, Edin., 1732, 8vo. [Presb., and Reg. (Bur)]. -
1733. WILLIAM RoBERTSON, trans fr. Borthwick, called 23d Aug., and adm. 22d Nov. ;
trans. to the Old Greyfriars, 28th July, 1736, though opposed by the Kirk Session, “he being
very agreeable to that congregation.” After taking an appeal, however, they did not carry it
to the Synod. [Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.] -
1736. RobHRT HAMILTON, trans. fr. Cramond, called by the Town Council and General Session,
29th April, (the Kirk Session declaring “he cannot be of use in that church, because of his
low voice,” but he was) adm. 7th Oct., 1736 ; trans. to the Old Greyfriars 27th Dec. 1749.
—[Presb, and Syn. Reg., Edin. Chr. Inst. xxv, Morren's Ann. ii. - -
1750. JoHN JARDINE, trans. fr. Liberton, called 26th July, and adm. 6th Dec. ; trans, to
the Tron Church, 24th April 1754. [Presb. Reg.]
1754. HUGH BLAIR, A.M., trans. fr. Canongate, 2d charge, called 8th March, and adm. 11th
Oct. ; trans, to Trinity College Ch. 28th Feb. 1756. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of
St. Andrews 13th June 1757. A delay having occurred before being admitted to Trinity
College, his translation was fixed for the High Church, 2d March 1757, which was affirmed
by the Gen. Assembly 20 June 1758.-[Presb. Reg., Acts of Ass. 1758, Kay's Portr. i.,
Morren's Ann. ii., &c.]
1758. WILLIAM ROBERTSON, trans, fr. Gladsmuir, called 13th Aug. 1756, but owing to the
delay in the translation of Dr Blair, not adm. till 15th June 1758. Had D.D. conferred by the
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Univ. of Edin. same year, appointed Chaplain of Stirling Castle April 1759, trans, to Old Grey-
friars ch. by the Presb. 29th April 1761. The Kirk Session having appealed, however, it was
confirmed by the Synod 5th, and by the Gen. Ass, 26th May thereafter; before his admission
he was appointed in August one of his Majesty's Chaplains in Ordinary.—[Presb. Reg.,
Carlyle's Autob., Acts of Ass. 1761, &c.]
1761. JoHN HYNDMAN, D.D., trans. fr. St. Cuthbert's, called 25th June, and adm. 26th
Nov.; died of palsy, 10th Aug. 1762, in 16th min. Taking an active share in the business
of the Church, he displayed more keenness than was prudent on some occasions, especially in
the settlement of Inverkeithing, yet none questioned his integrity of purpose. One who knew him
well, characterized him as “a clever fellow, a good preacher, and a ready debater.” He marr. in
1747, Margaret Dalrymple, who died Dec. 1811–Publications.—A just view of the Constitution
of the Church of Scotland, and of the proceedings of the Gen. Assembly, in relation to the
deposition of Mr. Gillespie, Edin. 1753, 8vo., (which called forth other pamphlets, particularly
Witherspoon's Ecclesiastical Characteristics). A Sermon on Proverbs xiv. 34. Edin. 1761,
8vo.—[Presb., and Reg., (Bur), Carlyle's Autob., Murray's Biog. Ann., Morren's Ann., ii., &c.]
1764. JoHN DRYSDALE, trans. fr. Kirkliston, pres, by the Town Council 1st Dec. 1762, by a
majority of 23 to 5. Being the first instance of an appointment by a presentation since the
Revolution, it gave rise to a protracted litigation before the civil and ecclesiastical courts. It
was maintained that the Town Council had only a joint right with the ministers and elders, or
general session to call and settle ministers in the city, but the Court of Session found 1 8th
Feb. 1763, “that the Magistrates and Town Council of E. have the sole privilege, exclusive
of, and without consulting the minsters and Kirk Sessions, of presenting ministers to all the
vacant churches within the city,” which decision the House of Lords affirmed 13th March 1764.
The Gen Assembly, 17th May following, sustained the call, which was signed by a majority,
even of those whom the opponents admitted were entitled to vote; while he was extremely
agreeable to the Session, who declared their persuasion that he would be very acceptable to
the congregation, and appointed the necessary steps for the settlement. He was accordingly
adm. 14th Aug. thereafter. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. and Maris. Coll. of Aberdeen
15th April 1765. Was appointed one of his Majesty's Chaplains in Ordinary, and one of the
Deans of the Chapel Royal in 1766. He was trans, to the Tron Ch. 29th April 1767.-
[Presb, and Syn. Reg., Scots Mag. xxvi., Morren's Ann. ii, Carlyle's Autob., Kay's Portr. i.]
1767. WILLIAM GLOAG, trans. fr. Cockpen, called by the Town Council and Gen. Session 27th
Feb., and adm. 22d Oct. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh, 1st Feb. 1770,
and was trans, to the New North Ch.,25th Dec. 1771–LPresb., and Syn. Reg., Edin. Grad, &c.]
1772. JAMES MACKNIGHT, D.D., trans. fr. Jedburgh, through the influence of Lord Provost
Dalrymple, brother of Sir David D. of Hailes, Bart., was called 28th Nov. 17 71, adm. 21st
July after, and trans. to the Old Ch. 29th July 1778.—[Presb. Reg., Cockburn's Mem.]
l 1778. THOMAS RANDALL, trans. fr. Glasgow (East par) called 30th March, and adm. 26th
Nov.; trans, to the Tolbooth Ch. 30th March 1785–LPresb. Reg., Kay's Portr. i.]
1785. WILLIAM SIMPSON, trans. fr. Morebattle, pres. by the Town Council—and adm, 9th
June; trans, to the Tron Ch. 24th June 1789.-[Presb. Reg.] -
1790. JAMES FINLAYSON, A.M., trans. fr. Borthwick, holding in conjunction the Professorship
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of Logic in the Univ. of Edinburgh, pres, by the Town Council 30th Dec. 1789, and adm.
29th July after ; trans, to the Old Greyfriars 25th Dec. 1793.−[Presb. Reg.]
1794. DAVID BLACK, trans. fr. St. Madoes, pres. by the Town Council 25th June, and adm.
20th Nov. ; died 25th Feb. 1806, in his 44th year, and 21st min. He was diligent, faith-
ful, and affectionate in his ministrations, though taking little share in the business of the
Church. He marr. 26th March 1795, Agnes, daugh. of George Wood, Esq. of Warriston, she
died 14th Sept. 1844, by whom he had a son and five daugh.-Publications.—Two single
Sermons, Edin., 8vo. 1798-1803. Sermons on important subjects, with an account of the
author, Edin. 1808, 8vo. Account of St. Madoes, [Sinclair's St. Acc. iii.]—[Presb. Reg., Bonar's
Serm. i., Kay's Portr., Haldane's Mem., &c.]
1806. THOMAS FLEMING, D.D., trans. fr. Kirkcaldy, pres. by the Town Council 18th June,
and adm. 23d Oct. ; died 19th July 1824, in 70th age, and 46th min. “He exhibited his
feeling of the excellence and authority of Christianity, in the strength and fervour, and en-
lightened character of his piety, in the holy deportment which he uniformly maintained through
the course of his long and active life, in his diligent discharge of public and private duty, in
the labours of love which he engaged in, that he might be useful to the church, and to the
world, and in the decided and strenuous opposition which he gave to infidelity, and vice. The
benevolent institutions of the city reaped much advantage from his friendly counsels and aid.
He was particularly attentive to the affairs of Geo. Heriot's Hospital, the Orphan Hospital, the
Edin. Education Society, and the Society for propagating Christian Knowledge.” He marr,
14th Nov. 1780, Anne Robertson, who died 17th April 1829, in 78th age, and had issue,
William, banker in Edinburgh ; Thomas, Lieutenant and Adjutant 1st Batt. Berar native
infantry; Maxwell, spouse of the Rev. Geo. Muirhead, D.D., of Cramond; Catherine sp. of
Geo. Lyon, Esq., of Wester Ogill, W.S. ; and Isabella—Publications—[Three single Sermons,
Edin., 1790-1809, 8vo.] Sermons, Edin. 1826, 8vo. A remarkable agitation of the waters
of Loch Tay. [Trans. Roy. Soc. Edin.] Account of Kirkcaldy. [Sinclair's St. Acc. xviii.]
Memoir of Robert Cathcart, Esq., of Drum. [Edin. Chr. Inst. vi.] Translated the Shorter
Catechism into Gaelic, and assisted in revising the Translation of the Scriptures into Gaelic,
published by the Society in Scotland for propagating Christian Knowledge.—[Presb. Reg., Ser-
mons, Tombst., Society Sermons, Scots Mag. xciv., Stewart's Sermons (Mem.), &c.]
1825. JoHN LEE, D.D., trans. from Canongate, pres, by the Town Council, through the
instrumentality of Lord Provost Henderson, in 1824, adm. 17th Feb. after; appointed one of
his Majesty's Chaplains in Ordinary in 1830, and was trans. to the Old Ch., 26th Nov.
1834—[Presb. Reg., Anderson's Sketches, &c.]
1835. ARCHIBALD BENNIE, trans. fr. Stirling, pres. by the Town Council—and adm. 24th
Sept. ; appointed one of Her Majesty’s Chaplains in Ordinary, and one of the Deans of
the Chapel Royal in 1841. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Glasgow, 10th Jan. 1845,
and died at Dunoon 21st Sept. 1846, aged 48, in 24th min. He marr. 9th July, 1827,
Eliza, only child of James Noble Esq., Collector of Excise, Stirling, and had a family.—
Publications—[Five single Sermons,] 1825-1839, 8vo. Letter to Patrick Arkley, Esq.,
Advocate, Edinburgh, 1846, 8vo. Discourses, with a Memoir, Edin. 1847, 8vo. He edited
also the Edin. Christian Instructor, Third Series, 2 vols Edin. 1836, 1837, 8vo.—[Presb, and
Syn. Reg, Smith's Scott. Clergy i., Tombst., &c.] -
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NEW NORTH CHURCH.
There was a Meeting-house in the Lawn-market in 1692, to which a parish was allocated 25th March
1698, termed the New North, for whose accommodation the North West portion of St. Giles was fitted up
20th Dec. 1699. From having been the place where Sir John Gordon of Haddo had been imprisoned
previous to his decapitation in 1644, it was generally called Haddo's-hold, and from its size, the Little Kirk.
During the alterations in St. Giles, the congregation was accommodated from 1829 to 1835, in the Methodist
Chapel, Nicolson Square, and from 1835 in Brighton Street Chapel. They removed to West St. Giles in 1843.
1694. SAMUEL HALLIDAY, A.M., translated from Dryfesdale, adm. 7th Nov. He returned
to Ireland, was settled at Ardstraw, and died in 1724, aged 87, in 62nd min. His son
Samuel was a min. in Belfast, and a great promoter of the Non-Subscription of Creeds and
Confessions of Faith.-[Edin. Counc. Reg., Wodrow's Anal. ii., Reid’s Ireland, iii.]
1699. GEORGE ANDREUs, A.M. trans. fr. Prestonpans, called 4th Aug., and adm. same year.
Died 15th May, 1705, in 39th age and 17th min. “His conversation with persons of every
quality and condition was savoury, pleasant, and edifying. As an interpreter he was one
among a thousand to those who were broken in heart and wounded in spirit. He was very
useful to the sick and dying, and mighty in the Scriptures, eminent in prayer, diligent in his
work, and frequent and serious in his intercourse with God.” He marr. Geills Millar, and
had two sons, George, the younger son became one of the tellers in the Royal Bank, and died
1st May, 1739, aged 44, and a daugh, Rachel—Publications—Sermons upon the Twelfth Chap.
of Hebrews, Edin. 1711 (posthumous), 4to.—[Presb., Syn., Edin. Counc., Prestonpan's Sess,
Test., and Reg. (Bur) &c.] - -
1710. JoHN FLINT, A.M., trans. fr. Lasswade, had been called to the city in 1695, on 18th
July 1697, and a second time 6th Sept. ; appointed by the Presb. 7th Dec. 1709, entered 1st
Jan. 1710. He had not freedom to take the oath of allegiance in 1712, and died 19th Jan. 1730,
in 71st age and 42d min. A worthy, affectionate, zealous man, and of considerable learning as a
linguist. As a minister, he was pious, warm-hearted, and useful, especially among serious
Christians, being strict in his principles and practice. He marr. Janet Elphingston, and had
a son, John.—Publications—Examen. Doctrinae D. Johannis Simson, S.S.T.P., Edin. 1717,
small 8vo, and was serviceable in publishing Pool’s Synopsis Criticorum.—[Presb., Lasswade
Sess, and Reg. (Bur), Boston's Mem., Wodrow's Anal. iv., Corresp. i., and MSS. lxxxii.]
1730. JAMES SMITH, trans. fr. Cramond, called 31st March, and adm. 23rd July; elected a
second time Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 6th May 1731, prom. to the Professorship of
Divinity in the Univ., and loosed 27th April 1732, although several “of the elders and
deacons appeared, craving he might be continued, there being no inconsistency in discharging
both offices.”—[Presb. Reg., Wodrow's Anal. iv., and Corresp. iii.] - - .
1732. JoHN GowDIE, trans. fr. Lady Yesters, adm. 14th Dec.; elected Moderator of the Gen.
Assembly 3rd May 1733, and loosed 1st Aug. thereafter, having been chosen Professor of
Divinity in the Univ. At the meeting of their commission, 16th Nov., when, according to their
instructions, a motion was made for proceeding with the four disobedient brethren, and another
for delay, the former was carried by his casting vote. Being thus released from their benefices,
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and declared no longer min. of the Established Church, they shortly after founded the Asso-
ciate or Seceding presbytery. Professor Gowdie had D.D. conferred 13th March 1750, and
was elevated to the Principality of the Univ. 28th Feb. 1754. He died 19th Feb. 1762,
in 80th age and 59th min., a grave and learned man. He marr. Jean Deas, who died 16th
May 1736 ; 2ndly, Anne eldest daugh, of Walter Ker of Littledean, she died 21st April
1764—Publications—Sermon preached at the opening of the Gen. Assembly, Edin., 1734,
8vo. Propagation of the Gospel, and the blessed effects thereof, Edin. 1735, 8vo. Sal-
vation of souls, the desire of every faithful minister, Edin, 1736, 8vo.—[Presb. Reg.,
Wodrow’s Anal. iv., Wew Theolog. Dict, Fraser's Life of R. Erskine, Ferrier's Mem. of
Wilson, Bower's Univ. ii.]
1733. JAMEs SMITH, prom. fr. Professorship of Divinity, holding the Principality in conjunc-
tion, elected by the Town Council, 18th, and re-adm. 25th July. Died at Coldstream in re-
turning from Bristol hot-wells, 14th Aug. 1736, in 56th age and 30th min. He was distin-
guished “for easiness of speaking and distinctness of thought,” so that he was highly popular,
and had great influence in the Presbytery, and other courts of the Church. He was a member
of the Society in Edinburgh for the History of the Scottish Church ; and was supposed to have
had the interest of James, Duke of Montrose, Chancellor, for the Principality of the Univ.
of Glasgow, at the last vacancy. His wife, Catherine Oswald, died 6th August 1730 in her
46th year.—Publications—The misery of ignorant and unconverted sinners. A Sermon
Edin. 1733, 8vo. Sermon after the death of the Rev. James Craig in 1731, and under his
auspices Craig's Sermons were published, 2 vols, Edin. 1732, 8vo.—[Presb, and Test Reg.,
Wodrow’s Anal. iii. iv., Wood's Hist, of Cramond, Bower's Univ. ii., &c.]
1738. ROBERT WALLACE, trans. fr. New Greyfriars, adm. 24th Sept. according to the usual
practice of succession from a single to a collegiate charge. The Town Council applied and
obtained an interdict from the Lord Ordinary against the settlement, but as the city was only
considered as one parish, and the appointment to the different churches was fixed by the
Presb., and considering the “matter purely spiritual,” he had no hesitation in accepting it, and
the opposition proceeded no farther. He was elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly 12th
May 1743; appointed by the Commission 9th Nov. following to go with Mr. Geo. Wishart to
London, in order to make application to Parliament for an Act to provide for the widows and
children of Ministers and Professors, in which they were successful, and received the thanks of the
succeeding Assembly, “for their faithfulness and diligence.” He was one of the Deans of the
Chapel Royal and Chaplains in Ordinary to his Majesty June 1744; had D.D. conferred
by the Univ. of Edinburgh 13th March 1759; and died 29th July, 1771, in 75th age, and
48th min. By a change of the Government in 1742, he was entrusted for four
years with the management of Church business, and consulted in the distribution of
Crown Patronage, and so successfully did he discharge this duty that no instance
occurred which prevented a harmonious settlement. To his knowledge as a man of
the world, were joined an acquaintance and zeal in mathematics, which rendered him of
essential service in assisting to make the calculations on which were founded the annuities and
provisions to the widows and children in the Act formerly noticed. He marr. Helen, daugh. of
Mr George Turnbull, Min. of Tyningham; she died 9th Feb. 1776, and left two sons and a daugh.
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all of whom died unmarried, Dr Matthew W., Vicar of Tenterden, Kent, George W., an advocate,
author of various works, and Elizabeth.-Publications—The Regard due to Divine Revelation,
and its Pretences to it, considered, a Sermon, Lond, 1731, 8vo. Reply to a Letter directed to
the Minister of Moffat [by Will. Dudgeon] Concerning the Positive Institutions of Christianity,
Lond, 1732, 8vo. Ignorance and Superstition, a Source of Violence and Cruelty, and in Par-
ticular the cause of the present Rebellion, a Sermon, Edin, 1746, 8vo. A Sermon on James iii.
18, Edin, 1746, 8vo. A Dissertation on the Numbers of Mankind in Ancient and Modern
Times, Edin., 1753, 8vo. The Doctrine of Passive Obedience and Non-resistance Considered,
Edin., 1754, 8vo. Characteristics of the Present Political State of Great Britain, Edin.,
1758,8vo. Various Prospects of Mankind, Nature, and Providence, Lond, 1761, 8vo.—[Presb.,
& Syn. Reg., Wodrow’s Anal, iii. iv., & Corresp. iii., Scots Mag. xxxiii. lxxi., Carlyle's Autob.,
Mackenzie's Life of Home, Morren's Ann. i., Edin. Grad., Chamber's Biog. Dict, iv., &c.]
1772. WILLIAM GLOAG, D.D., trans. fr. Lady Yester's, adm. 21st July. He was unanimously
appointed Sub-Clerk to the Gen. Assembly 24th May 1781, and Almoner to his Majesty, Feb.
1799. Died 27th April 1802, in 44th Min. Of pure and unpretending manners, he was
destitute of ambition, ostentation, or jealousy of others, and ever faithful, affectionate, and
earnest in his ministration of the gospel. He marr. 30th Nov. 1773, Euphemia, eldest daugh.
of William Wilson, Esq. of Soonhope, writer in Edin., she died 13th Jan. 1833, and had
John, merchant and magistrate of Edin., wife of William Kerr, Esq., Secretary to the
G. P. O., Edin, and Jean, who died unmarried July 1803.−Publications—[Two Single
Sermons, Edin., 1792-1800, 8vo.]—[Presb. Reg., Moncreiff’s Fun. Serm.]
1802. JoHN THOMSON, D.D., trans. fr. New Greyfriars, pres. by the Town Council Sept., and
adm., 16th Dec. 1802; re-translated to his former charge 28th Sept. 1814.—[Presb.
Reg., Kay's Portr. ii.]
COLLEGIATE CHARGE, uncollegiated in 1814.
1703. ROBERT SANDELANDs, trans.fr. Newbattle, called 9th Sept., and appointed by the Presb.
9th Dec. 1702, adm. 3d Jan. after; died 10th Jan. 1732, aged 70, in 41st min. He marr., 6th
Nov. 1698, Sophia, daugh. of Sir Mark Carse of Cockpen, and had a son, Mark, and a daugh.,
Agnes, a child, died 17th Dec. 1705.-Publication—The Salutation of Endeared flowing forth,
Lond, 1683, 4to., and edited the Sermons of his Colleague, Mr Andreus, in 1711–Edin.
Counc., Presb., Syn., Wewbattle Sess, Test., & Reg. (Bur)
1732. WILLIAM HAMILTON, prom. fr. Professorship of Divinity, called 23d March, and adm.
8th Aug., holding in conjunction the Principality of the Univ., but died 12th Nov. thereafter,
aged about 63, in 39th min. Distinguished for piety, learning, and moderation, he was well
qualified for taking a share in ecclesiastical matters, and co-operated with Mr Mitchell in
managing the affairs of the Church. In the various situations he occupied, consummate
diligence, candour, and prudence were evinced, so that his loss was generally deplored.
He marr. at Glasgow, 25th Feb. 1696, Mary Robertson, who died 22d Jan. 1760,
aged 85, and had nine sons and four daugh., of whom William was a merchant,
and Gavin, a bookseller, both in the city, Robert, Professor of Divinity, Gilbert,
68 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
Min. of Cramond, and Ann, marr. John Horsley, A.M., a min. in England, and
was the mother of Samuel, the distinguished Bishop of St. Asaph. — Publication—
The Truth and Excellency of the Christian Religion, a Sermon, Edin., 1732, 8vo.—[Presb.,
Cramond Sess., Test., & Reg. (Bur), Wodrow's Anal., iii. iv., & Corresp. i., Anderson's House
of Hamilton, Bower's Univ., ii., Edin. Chr. Inst. xxv., Leechman's [Life], Serm. i., Wood's Hist.
of Cramond.] - -
1733. JoHN GLEN, trans. fr. New Greyfriars, adm. 22d Nov.; died 8th Jan. 1768, in 49th
min. He marr. Mary, daugh. of John Osburn, merchant, sometime Lord Provost of the city,
she died 8th April 1761–JPresb., Syn. & Test. Reg., Carlyle's Autob.]
1768. JAMES BROWN, A.M., trans. fr. New Greyfriars, adm. 24th Nov. ; elected Moderator
of the Gen. Assembly 22d May 1777, died 6th May 1786, in 62d age, and 39th min.
He was “distinguished not more by his majestic appearance than by his pastoral excel-
lence, powerful reasoning, and singular attention to the charitable institutions of the city,
especially that of the charity-workhouse.” Taking a great interest in the improvement of
the Translations and Paraphrases of Sacred Scripture, he was appointed 28th May 1776,
Convener of the Assembly’s Committee for that purpose, and had the happiness of seeing the
selection which had been made approved of, 1st June 1781, and partially, if not generally used.
IIe marr. in 1748; 2dly, 13th Nov. 1775, Marion Tod, who died 3d Oct. 1786, by whom he had
James, Min. of Newburn, and wife of Mr William Somerville, merchant, Glasgow.—
Publications—The Extensive influence of Religious Knowledge, a Sermon, Edin., 8vo 1769.
Plan for Regulating the Charity Workhouse, Edinburgh.-[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Burns' Mem.
of M'Gill, and on the Poor, &c.]
1786. THOMAS HARDY, trans. fr. the High Ch., pres, by the Town Council Oct, and adm. 3d
Dec., appointed professor of Ecclesiastical History, which he held in conjunction, 31st July
and had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh, 4th Oct. 1788, was unanimously elected
Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 16th May 1793, appointed one of his Majesty's Chaplains in
Ordinary and Deans of the Chapel Royal Oct. following, and died 21st Nov. 1798, in 51st age
and 25th min. Possessing an active and vigorous mind he was no mean observer of passing
occurrences. Soon after his admission he lectured through the gospel of John, with so much
popular favour that an enterprising bookseller offered to buy them for publication. He warmly
espoused the moderate side of the Church, but lamented the difference which subsisted espe-
cially on the law of patronage, which stimulated him to purpose a medium measure which was
allowed to fall to the ground. He was an attractive and eloquent preacher, took a lively
interest in the beneficent and charitable institutions of the city, and was honoured to be instru-
mental in the formation of the “Society for the benefit of the Sons of the Clergy of the Church
of Scotland in Edin.” It is to be regretted so few of his works were preserved for the public,
which may be ascribed to his delicate health and premature death. He marr. 28th June 1780
Agnes, daugh. of the Rev. Geo. Young, min. of Hutton, she died 4th June 1812, and had
Charles Wilkie, min. of Dunning ; William, Captain in the H.E.I.C.S. ; Sophia, who marr.
Mr. Gilb. Bertram, merchant, Leith, 2dly, Rob. Allan, Esq., surgeon, Edin. ; Agnes, Janet,
and Anne, all died unmarried—Publications—The Principles of Moderation, Edin. 1782,
8vo. Plan for the Augmentation of Stipends, Edin. 1793. The Patriot, Edin. 1793, 8vo.
NEW GREY FRIARS’ CHURCH. 69
(Five single sermons, Edin, 1775-1794, 8vo.) Sermon I. (Scotch Preacher, IV.)—[Presb. Reg.,
Edin. Grad, Bower's Univ. iii., Kay's Portr.]
1799. GEORGE BAIRD, D.D., trans. fr. New Greyfriars, pres, by the Town Council, 28th
Dec. 1798, and adm. 10th Jan. after, holding in conjunction the Principality of the Univ.;
trans, to the High Ch. 25th March 1801–Presb. Reg., Kay's Portr., Anderson's Sketches.]
1801. DAVID DICKSON, of Persilands, trans. fr. Trinity College, pres, by the Town Council
27th Jan., and adm. 26th Nov. ; died 3d Aug. 1820, in 67th age and 44th min. A diligent
and faithful pastor, as well as a pious and good man. From his habitual exercise of riding on
horseback, it was said, there was two things of which he never tired, riding and preaching.
He marr. 10th Dec. 1777, Christian, daugh. of the Rev. Tho. Wardrobe, min. of Bathgate,
she died 14th Dec. 1832, and had David, min. of St. Cuthberts ; James Wardrobe, advocate,
sheriff-sub. of Stirlingsh. ; Elizabeth Somerville, who marr. John Tawse, Esq., adv., secretary of
the Soc. for Propagat. Christian Knowledge; Margaret, and Anne died unmarried.—Publications
—Four single sermons, Edin. 1779-1819, 8vo.—Sermons preached on different occasions,
Edin. 1818, 8vo. The principal subject, joyful import, and glorious extent of Gospel tidings,
[Serm. pr. before the Lond. Miss. Soc., 1804, 8vo.] Account of Bothkennar [Sinclair's St.
Acc. XVII.]—[Presb. Reg., Kay's Portr. ii., &c.]
1821. HENRY GREY, A.M., prom. fr. St. Cuthberts Chapel, pres, by the Town Council Oct.
1820, adm. 11th Jan. after; trans. to Bellevue (afterwards St. Mary’s) 29th Dec. 1824.—[Presb.
and Syn. Reg., Kay's Portr. ii., Anderson's Sketches.]
1825. RobBRT GoRDON, D.D., prom. fr. Hope Park Chapel, pres. by the Town Council
and adm. 8th Sept. ; trans, to the High Ch. 25th Aug. 1830–LPresb, and Syn. Reg.,
Anderson's Sketches.]
JoHN BRUCE, trans. fr. Guthrie, pres, by the Town Council 1830, and adm. (in the
Methodist chapel) 13th Jan. after ; trans. to St. Andrew's Ch. 28th Dec. 1836.-[Presb.,
and Syn. Reg., Kay's Portr. ii., Anderson's Sketches.]
1837. CHARLEs JoHN BROWN, AM., trans. fr. Anderston, pres. by the Town Council
and adm. (in Brighton St. chapel) 20th April 1837. Joining in the Free Secession, and
signing the Demission, he was declared no longer a min, of this church, 5th July 1843.
—He marr. Bannatyne Wright, and had issue. — Publications—Church Establishments
Defended, with special reference to the Church of Scotland, Glasg. 1838, 12mo, Sermon
preached before the Gen. Assembly of the Free Church, Edin, 1844, 8vo. State of Religion
in the Land, Lond. 1844, 12mo. Lecture II. [on Protestantism, Glasg. 1837, 12mo.] X.
[on the Revival of Religion, Glasg, 1840, 12mo.] III. [on the Conversion of the Jews, Edin.
1832, fep. 8vo.] and XI. [before the Scottish Reformation Society, Edin. 1851, fop. 8vo.]
—Presb. Reg., &c.
NEW GREY FRIARS’ CHURCH,
The New Greyfriars' Church was ordered by the Town Council to be built in 1719, finished in 1721,
and erected into a parish in 1722.
1723. JoHN HEPBURN, trans. fr. Torryburn, called 29th Nov. 1722. This appointment
70 * PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
caused much noise, it was signed by only seven of the fifteen ministers, and about twenty elders,
without any of the Town Council—the minority being in favour of Mr James Smith, min. of
Cramond, who came to the city about eight years after. The call was concurred with, or sus-
tained by the Assembly 18th May, he was adm. 3d Oct. 1723; and trans. to the Old Grey-
friars 28th June 1732–LPres. Reg., Acts of Ass. 1723, Wodrow's Corresp., Edin. Chr. Inst.]
1732. JoHN GLEN, trans. from Stitchel, called 31st Aug., and adm. 14th Dec.; trans. to the
New North Ch., 21st Nov. 1733.−[Presb. Reg.]
1733. RobºFT WALLACE, trans. fr. Moffat, called 23d Aug., and adm. 22d Nov. About
1735 he assisted in establishing the Philosophical Society, for the improvement of natural
knowledge, which merged about fifty years after into the Royal Society of Edinburgh. Hold-
ing the spiritual independence of the Church in the celebration of public worship in relation to
the Porteous mob, he, with many others, resisted obedience to the Act of Parl. 10 Geo. II.
cap. 35, 1737, which was enjoined to be read by every minister, on the first Sunday of each
month, for a whole year, thus making himself obnoxious to the Government of the day, and
liable to severe penalties, which were not attempted to be recovered. He was also trans.
to the New North Ch. 30th Aug. 1738.-[Presb. Reg., Scots Mag. xxxiii., lxxi., Chambers’
Biog. Dict, iv., Morren's Ann.] - -
1739. WILLIAM WISHART, D.D., min. of the Scott. Ch., Founder's Hall, London, called 6th
Jan. 1737. Charges of error or heresy were brought against him by the Presb, from two ser-
mons he had published, of which he was acquitted by the Synod, as well as by the Assembly
18th and 20th May 1738, who sustained the call on the 22d, and appointed his settlement.
He was therefore adm. to the city 13th July following, and appointed to this charge 7th Feb.
1739; trans. to the Tron Ch. 25th July 1744, which not being carried into effect till the
admission of his successor, he was elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly 9th May 1745.-
[Presb. Reg., Observations on Two Serm, Answers for Dr W., Acts of Ass. 1738, Morren's Ann.,
Erskine's Disc. i., Bower's Univ.]
1745. JAMES STEVENSON, A.M., trans. fr. S. Leith 2d charge, called 28th March, and adm.
20th June ; trans. to the Old Greyfriars 27th April 1747–Presb. Reg.]
1747. FREDERICK CARMICHAEL, A.M., trans. fr. Inveresk, called 4th May, and adm. 24th
Dec. ; died 17th Oct. 1751, in 43d age and 15th min. His books sold for £20. Isobel
Lauder, his widow, died June 1790.-Publications—Christian Zeal, a Sermon, Edin. 1753,
8vo; Sermons on Several Important Subjects, Edin. 1753, 8vo, (which have been said to be
“of great merit.”)—[Presb., Test., and Reg. (Bur), Watt's Biblioth. Britt, &c.] -
1752. GEORGE KAY, A.M., trans. fr. St. Cuthbert's, called 30th July, and adm. 26th Oct. ;
trans. to the Old Greyfriars 24th April 1754.—[Presb. Reg., Morren's Ann.]
1754. ROBERT DICK, A.M., trans. fr. Lanark, called 8th March, and adm. 11th Oct. ; trans.
to the Old Ch. 21st, but changed to the Trinity College 26th April 1758–LPresb. Reg.]
1758. JoHN ERSKINE, A.M., trans. fr. Culross, called 13th Aug. 1756, adm. 15th June
1758, wished by the Session of Old Greyfriars in 1761, when Dr. Robertson was preferred ;
trans, to the Old Greyfriars 31st Oct. 1766, but before being carried into effect, had D.D. con-
ferred by the Univ. of Glasgow 28th of the following month.-[Presb. Reg., Moncreiff's Life,
Morren's Ann. ii.]
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1767. JAMES BROWN, trans. fr. Melrose, called by the Town Council, Ministers and Elders
28th Nov. 1766, adm, 9th July following ; trans, to the New North Ch. 27th July 1768–
[Presb. Reg.]
1768. ROBERT HENRY, son of James H., farmer, Muirhouse, St. Ninians, born 18th Feb.
1718, educated at the parochial school, latterly at the Grammar School of Stirling, and com-
pleting his studies at the Univ. of Edinburgh, appointed Master of the Grammar School of
Annan, and licenced by the Pres, thereof, 27th March 1746, ord, Nov. 1748, as Min. of the
Presbyterian congregation at Carlisle, adm. 13th Aug. 1760, to the High meeting house,
Berwick-upon-Tweed, and promoted through the interest of his brother-in-law, Provost
Laurie, called by the Town Council and General Session 13th May, and adm. 24th Nov. 1768.
Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh 24th July 1770; was elected Moderator of the
Gen. Assembly 19th May 1774, the second instance only where this honour has been bestowed
at the first appearance of a member in modern times, was nominated Morning Lecturer by the
Town Council same year; and trans. to the Old Ch. 25th Sept. 1776.-[Presb., and Syn.
Reg., Hist. (Mem.) vi., Wew St. Acc. viii., Edin. Grad., Scots Mag. liii.]
1776. JoHN KEMP, trans. fr. Trinity Gask, called 2d Aug., and adm. 19th Dec. ; trans, to
the Tolbooth Ch. 27th Oct. 1779–LPresb. Reg., Kay’s Portr.]
1779. ANDREW HUNTER, of Barjarg, D.D., trans. fr. Dumfries (New Ch.), elected by the
Town Council 3d Sept., and adm. 25th Nov., being elected Professor of Divinity in the Univ.,
which he was to hold in conjunction ; trans, to the Tron Ch. 22d Feb. 1786.-[Presb. Reg.]
1787. WILLIAM MARTIN, trans. fr. Gargunnock, pres, by the Town Council 3d Aug. 1786,
adm. 22d Feb. thereafter, holding in conjunction the Chaplaincy of Stirling Castle, was pres.
to the Tron Ch. 8th Oct. 1788, but previous to admission, died 10th Feb. 1789, in 45th age
and 18th min. He marr. 4th June 1787, Margaret Cockburn, who died 5th Feb. 1855, hav-
ing survived her husband sixty-six years, and for seven years was the Senior Annuitant on the
Ministers' Widows’ Fund.—[Presb. and Syn. Reg., &c.] .
1789. HENRY GRIEVE, D.D., trans. fr. Dalkeith, pres. by the Town Council, March, and
adm. 22d July; trans. to the Old Ch. 27th April 1791-[Presb. Reg.]
1791. JoHN SCOTLAND, trans. fr. Linlithgow, pres. by the Town Council, July (alleged to
have been secured by the support of his father to a certain political contest in the burgh of
Dunfermline), and adm. 13th Oct. He terminated his life, by throwing himself down from a
window, in the height of fever, 3d May 1792, aged 57, in 31st min. He marr. 21st April
1778, Helen Millar, who died 17th Sept. 1793.−Publications—The end of Preaching, and
the way to attain to it: a Sermon, Edin., 1780, 8vo. Sermon iv. [Scotch Preacher ii., Edin.,
1776, 12mo, HPresb. Reg., Scots Mag. xxxvi.] -
1792. GEORGE BAIRD, D.D., trans. fr. Dunkeld, had been pres. to Lady Yester's, 25th Nov.
1789, but declined its acceptance, pres. by the Town Council, 8th Aug., and adm. 15th Nov.
1792; trans, to the New North Ch. 26th Dec. 1798.-[Presb. and Syn. Reg.]
1799. ANDREW BROWN, D.D., trans. fr. Lochmaben, pres. by the Town Council 3d July,
and adm. 18th Oct. ; trans. to the Old Ch. 10th July 1800–LPresb. Reg.]
1800. JoHN THOMSON, D.D., trans. fr. Markinch, pres. by the Town Council 30th July,
and adm. 18th Oct. ; trans. to the New North Ch. 27th Oct. 1802–IPresb, and Syn. Reg.]
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1803. ALEXANDER BRUNTON, trans. fr. Bolton, pres. by the Town Council 23d March, and
adm. 15th Sept. ; trans, to the Tron Ch. 25th Oct. 1809–Presb. Reg.]
1810. ANDREw MITCHELL THOMSON, trans. fr. Perth (East Ch.), pres, by the Town Council
(after a keen and vehement canvas), Dec. 1809, adm. 16th May following. Had A.M. con-
ferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh 14th March 1811 ; trans. to St George's 2d June 1814.—
[Presb. Reg., Edin. Grad.] -
1814. JoHN THOMSON, D.D., father of the preceding, trans. fr. the New North Ch., pres. by
the Town Council July, and adm. 20th Oct., died 17th Feb. 1822, in 81st age and 53d
min., esteemed as an highly useful and evangelical minister in all the charges which he suc-
cessively occupied. He marr; 6th June 1770, Helen Forrest, who died 25th Oct. 1801, and
had Dr William, one of the min. of Perth, and Dr Andrew ; 2dly, 5th Jan. 1803, Ann,
daugh. of the Rev. Francis Cowan, min, of Gladsmuir, she died 27th May 1837, and had
John, min. of Shettleston—Publications—[Three Single Sermons, Glasg, 1781-1793, 8vo.]
View of the Agriculture of the County of Fife, Edin, 1800, 8vo. Account of Markinch
[Sinclair's St. Acc. xii.]—[Presö, and Syn. Reg., &c.]
1822. WILLIAM MUIR, D.D., LL.D., trans. fr. Glasgow (St George's Ch.), pres. by the Town
Council 12th June, and adm. 12th Sept. Trans. to St Stephen's Ch. 12th Feb. 1829–LPresb.
Reg., Anderson's Sketches.]
1829. DANIEL WILKIE, trans. fr. Yester, pres. by the Town Council (after a keen canvass,
when his election was only carried by one, in opposition to Dr Thomas Brown, one of the
min. of Glasgow), and adm. 13th Aug. ; died 29th Nov. 1838, in 57th age and 33d
min. He was very assiduous and affectionate in discharging the duties of his ministry, and
fell a sacrifice, indeed, to them, having caught malignant fever in the course of his pastoral
visitation among the poorer class of his parishioners, by which he was cut off. He marr. 20th
Sept. 1809, Jane Clark Elliot, and had a numerous family.—[Presb. Reg., Anderson's Sketches.]
1839. JAMEs JULIUs WooD, A.M., trans. fr. Stirling, pres. by the Town Council 5
and adm. 5th June. Having joined the Free Secession, he was declared no longer a min. of
this church 15th Aug. 1843, but prevented by ill health from accepting another charge till he
was settled in Dumfries, 8th June 1848. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Glasgow in
1856, and was elected Moderator of the Free Gen. Assembly 21st May 1857. He is a sub-
stantial, rather than an imaginative preacher, with a style of composition elegant and chaste.
—Publications—[Two Single Sermons, Edin., 1841-1847.] Letter to the Congregation of
New Greyfriars, from Malta, 25th April 1843, 8vo. Address to the Congregation of the New
Greyfriars, on his quitting the Establishment, Edin. 1843, 8vo. Lecture viii. [to Young Men,
Glasg. 1842, 12mo.]—Presb. Reg., Smith's Scott. Clergy, i., &c.]
ST. ANDREW’S CHURCH.
A church being required for the increasing population of the New Town, this erection was proposed by
James F. Hunter Blair, Esq. (afterwards Lord Provost), 25th April 1780, and its erection unanimously
resolved upon by the Town Council 31st Jan, thereafter. Opened 12th Dec. 1784.
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1784. WILLIAM GREENFIELD, A.M., trans. fr. Wemyss, called 30th April, and adm. 25th
Nov. 1784; trans, to the High Church 28th March 1787–LPresb. Reg.]
1787. WILLIAM MooDIE, trans. fr. Kirkcaldy, pres, by the Town Council 1st Aug., and
adm. 25th Oct. ; was adm. Professor of Hebrew in the Univ., which he held in conjunction,
11th Sept. 1793. Had D.D. conferred by the University 6th Feb. 1798; was elected
Moderator of the Gen. Assembly 23rd May 1799; and died 11th June 1812, in 53rd
age, and 29th min. “As a preacher he was esteemed for the chaste style of his elocution,
and the classic polish of his composition.” He marr., 10th Nov. 1786, Johanne Lindsay,
who died 24th Aug. 1796, and had Sarah, who marr, the Rev. Dugald Campbell, min. of
Glassary.—Publications—Political Preaching, or the Meditations of a well-meaning man, in a
letter addressed to the Rev. Will. Dun, min. of Kirkintilloch, Glasg., 1792, 8vo. Four single
Sermons, Edin., 1794–1799, 8vo. Observations on the Overture respecting Chapels of Ease,
1797, 4to. An Address to the public on the death of Sir Ralph Abercromby [Edin, 1801],
8vo. Sermons, with a short account of his life, Edin, 1813, 8vo. Sermon ii. [Scotch
Preacher iv., Edin., 1789, 12mo.] He also edited Wilson's Hebrew Grammar, 3rd Edit.—
[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Sermons, Edin. Grad, Grierson's St Andrews, &c.]
1813. ANDREW GRANT, of Limepots, D.D., trans. fr. Trinity College Ch., pres, by the Town
Council 11th Sept. 1812, adm. 14th Jan, thereafter, appointed one of His Majesty's Chaplains
in Ordinary, and one of the Deans of the Chapel Royal in 1820; also Joint Collector of the
Ministers' Widows’ Fund 19th Sept. 1827, and sole collector 24th Nov. 1835. Died 2nd
July 1836, in 80th age, and 52nd min. “His discourses were characterized by simple and
plain religious views, level to the most common understanding, and delivered in a quiet and
unpretending manner;” yet by his simplicity of character, masculine judgment, and uniform
kindness, he was well fitted for advising and taking an active part in guiding and counselling
the measures of the church. He marr., 26th Aug. 1793, Agnes, daugh. of the Rev. George
Willis, min. of Leslie, she died 2nd Dec. 1842, and had George, an advocate, Sheriff-sub. of
Fife, Dr. James, min. of St Mary's, Edin., Andrew, a captain in the H. E. I. C. S., Thomas, an
actuary, David, a preacher, and several daughters.-Publications—Sermon ix. [Gillon’s Scott.
Pulpit), Account of Portmoak [Sinclair's St. Account v.]—[Presb. Reg., Anderson's Sketches,
Trustees’ Reports, &c.] -
1837. JoHN BRUCE, A.M., trans. fr. the New North Ch., pres. by the Town Council in
1836, adm. 12th Jan. following. By joining the Free Secession, and signing the Demission,
he was declared no longer a min. of this church, 5th July 1843. Had D.D. conferred by the
Univ. and Marischal Coll. Aberdeen, April 1853. He marr., 18th May 1836, Margery
Ramsay, who died 13th Oct. 1841; 2ndly, Susan Stedman, daugh. of Dr. John Abercrombie,
physician, Edin., she died 28th Jan. 1857-Publications—[Four single Sermons, Edin.,
1833-1844, 8vo.] Lecture ii. [On Civil Establishments of Religion, Edin., 1835, 18mo.]
A Testimony and Remonstrance regarding the Moderator, Edin., 1837, 8vo. The Duty and
Privilege of keeping the Sabbath, Edin., 1842, feap. 8vo. The Biography of Samson, Edin.,
1854. The Revivals and the Church. Edin., 1859, 8vo. The Great Disruption Principle,
Edin, 1859, 8vo.— Presb. Reg., Anderson's Sketches.]
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74 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
COLLEGIATE CHARGE,
erected by the Town Council, and concurred with by the Presb. 31st Dec. 1800.
1801. DAVID RITCHIE, trans. fr. Kilmarnock, pres, by the Town Council July 1800, adm.
2nd July following ; elected sub-clerk to the General Assembly 20th May 1802, which
he resigned 19th May 1808. Had been appointed Professor of Logic in the Univ. 24th
Feb. preceding, which he held in conjunction till 1836, when he resigned the Chair. Had
D.D. conferred by the University 17th Dec. 1813, was elected Moderator of the Gen.
Assembly 19th May 1814, and died 10th Jan. 1844, in his 81st year, and 47th min, having
been more of an intellectual than a showy preacher. He marr., 23rd Aug. 1811, Margaret,
eldest daugh. of William Pearson, Esq. of Kippenross, she died 15th Oct. 1840, and had an
only daugh, who predeceased her parents.-Publications—[Two single Sermons, Edin., 1803-
1804, 8vo.] Address on Intimating a Collection for the Royal Infirmary, Edin, 1818, 8vo.
Lectures, Explanatory and Practical, on the Epistle to the Romans, 2 vols, Edin., 1831, 8vo.
Sermon VIII. [Gillan's Scott. Pulpit.]—[Presb., & Syn. Reg., Edin. Grad, Anderson's
Sketches.]
ST. GEORGE'S CHURCH,
founded 14th May 1811, erected by the Presb. 26th Jan., and opened 5th June 1814.
1814. ANDREW M.THOMSON, A.M., trans. fr. New Greyfriars, pres. by the Town Council 9th
Feb., and adm. 16th June. Had D.D. conferred by Columbia College, New York, 4th Aug.
1818, which he did not accept, and by the Univ. and Maris. Coll. of Aberdeen, Nov. 1823.
Returning from a meeting of Presb., in whose business he had taken an active share, he died
instantaneously within a few steps of his own door, from an affection of the heart, 9th Feb.
1831, in 53rd age, and 29th min. He was one of those characters who appear only in an age.
Though full of levity and frolic when a boy, yet after devoting himself to the ministry he be-
came one of the most zealous, energetic, and eloquent, both in his country and town charges,
more especially when occupied in his last. To the circulation of the Holy Scriptures in purity
he devoted his majestic talent with overpowering effect, in the “Apocrypha controversy,” and
pleaded with surpassing and amazing oratory for the immediate abolition of slavery in the
British colonies shortly before the termination of his earthly career. A life of him was pro-
posed to have been written by his friend the Rev. Marcus Dods of Belford, but was prevented
by his premature death. Able characters, however, have been drawn by the late Dr. M'Crie,
Dr. Chalmers, and Dr. Burns of Toronto. He marr., 26th April 1802, Jane Carmichael, who
died 8th July 1840, and had two sons and five daugh. John, Professor of Music in the Univ.
of Edinburgh; Andrew, min. of Maybole ; Jane, Helen, Agnes, Janet, and .—Publi-
cations—A Catechism on the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, 18mo. [which has gone
through forty editions, and nearly two hundred thousand copies.] A Letter to Principal
Hill, Edin., 1803, 8vo. A Second, Edin., 1805, 8vo., and another on the case of Mr John
Leslie, Edin, 1805, 8vo. Our Guilt, our Danger, and our Duty as a people, a Sermon, Perth,
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1809, 8vo. [Seven single Sermons, Edin., 1809-1810, 8vo.] Lectures, Expository and
Practical, 2 vols, Edin., 1816, 8vo. Sermons on Infidelity, Edin., 1821, 12mo. Lectures
on select portions of the Psalms, Edin., 1826, sm. 8vo. Sermons on various Subjects, Edin,
1829, 8vo. The doctrine of Universal Pardon considered and refuted, Edin., 1830, 12mo,
Sermons and Sacramental Meditations, Edin., 1831, 8vo., with many other Smaller works.
He edited the Edinburgh Christian Instructor, 30 vols [writing many of its papers with
singular ability]. And not fewer than Forty-three Articles in the Edinburgh Encyclopædia,
of which he was in part proprietor—[Presb., and Sym. Reg., Edin. Chr. Inst. xxxi., M. S. i.,
Chalmers, M'Culloch, and Brown's Fun. Serm., Anderson's Sketches, Cunningham's Hist. ii.,
Chambers’ Biog. Dict, iv., Kay's Portr. ii., Cockburn's Mem., Wilson's Pr. Perth, &c.]
1831. JAMES MARTIN, A.M., promoted from Stockbridge Chapel, pres. by the Town
Council (at, the request of the Kirk Session), and adm. 6th Oct. ; died at Leghorn, where
he had gone for the recovery of his health, 22nd May 1834, in 34th age, and 11th
min. Though a character almost the reverse of his predecessor, being quiet, retiring, and un-
obtrusive, yet his amiable manners, earnest and unwearied application in the composition of
his discourses, and anxious and persevering endeavours to promote the everlasting welfare of
his parishioners, rendered him a universal favourite, and caused his early death to be severely
felt. — Publications — Discourses, with Letters on Prayer, and a Memoir [by Robert
Paul, Esq.], Edin., 1835, 8vo.—[Presb. Reg., Discourses, Bruce's Fun. Serm., Anderson's
Sketches.
1834. ROBERT SMITH CANDLISH, son of Mr James C., teacher of Medicine, Edinburgh, and
Jane Smith, one of the six Mauchline belles of the Ayrshire Poet, studied at the Univ. of
Glasg, and was proposed for probationary trials before the Presb. thereof, by Dr. Gibb. of St.
Andrew's Ch., Nov. 1827. Being called as tutor to a family in a distant part of the country,
he had not the opportunity of getting examined with the others proposed at the same time in
the usual branches marked out by his profession, but these having been Satisfactorily got over,
he was licensed by that Presb. 6th Aug. following; became assistant to Dr. Gibb, and after-
wards to that of Bonhill, was first employed as an assistant, in Mr Martin’s absence, on his
demise presented by the Town Council, and ordained 14th Aug. 1834. He was appointed
to the new par. of Greenside in 1836, but declined its acceptance ; also to the newly
instituted Professorship of Divinity and Biblical Criticism in 1841, but it was cancelled ; and
had D.D. conferred by Princeton College, New Jersey, same year. He took a very active and
prominent share in the Non-Intrusion Controversy, and was supposed to have been the most
busy and energetic in preparing and arranging steps for the Free Secession, which he joined.
By adhering to the Protest, and signing the Demission, he was declared no longer a min.
of this church 24th May 1843. He opened the first Free Church four days after, was ap-
pointed Professor of Divinity in the New [Free Ch.] College in 1847, but relinquished it, and
remained in his charge. He was elected Moderator of the Free Gen. Assembly 22nd May
1862, and appointed Principal of their College same year. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ.
of Edinburgh 24th April 1865. He marr., 6th Jan. 1835, Jessie Brock, and has a son, James
S., min. of the Free Ch., Logie-almond. His eldest daugh. Jessie, marr. William Anderson,
jun., Esq. of Glentarkie.—Publications—[Eleven single Sermons, Edin., 1834, 8vo.] The
76 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
Word of God the instrument of the propagation of the Gospel, 1843 [being with the exception
of the first paragraph and two last pages merely a reprint of his Lecture on Revival]. Con-
tributions towards the Exposition of the Book of Genesis, vols. i., ii., Edin., 1842-1852, feap.
8vo. Scripture Characters and Miscellanies, Edin., 1850, 8vo. Reason and Revelation,
Edin, 1854, cr. 8vo. Man’s Right to the Sabbath, Edin., 1856, 18mo. The Atonement,
Edin., 1860, feap. 8vo. Two Great Commandments, Edin., 1860, cr. 8vo. The Fatherhood
of God, Edin., 1865, 8vo., with numerous other pamphlets, &c.—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Tombst.,
Smith's Scott. Clergy i., &c.]
BELLEVUE, AFTERWARDS ST. MARY'S CHURCH.
erected into a Parish by the Town Council, concurred with by the Presb. 27th Oct., and opened 12th
Dec. 1824, termed St. Mary's in 1825.
1825. HENRY GREY, A.M., trans. fr. New North Ch., pres. by the Town Council Oct. 1824
adm. 13th Jan, following. Joining in the Free Secession and signing the Demission, he was
declared no longer a Min. of this Church 24th May 1843, elected Moderator of the Free Gen.
Assembly 16th May 1844, and died 13th Jan. 1859, in 81st age and 59th min. Distinguished
and esteemed as an interesting preacher, till an unfortunate controversy arose regarding the
circulation of the Scriptures in the Apocrypha, in which both he and his lady took an active
part in its favour. Outliving his great antagonist, however, he proceeded in the more humble
sphere of a zealous and affectionate Christian pastor. He not only excelled as an expounder of
the Scriptures, but also endeared himself to his hearers by the gentleness and kindness of his
paternal regard. On the celebration of his jubilee in 1851, a sum was raised for the endowment
of Bursaries in the Free College, and inscribed with his name. He marr, 12th Oct. 1808, his
cousin Margaretta, eldest daugh. of George Grey, Esq. of Sandyhouse, she died 22d Nov. 1858,
aged 72, and had two daugh, Harriet-Jane, who marr, the Rev. C. M. Birrell of Edgehill,
Liverpool, and Emelia-Isabella, who died in 1818.-Publications—A Catechism on Baptism,
Edin. 1811, 18mo. [Five single Sermons, Edin. 1813-1843, 8vo.] Review of Remarks Re-
lative to his Connection with the Letters of Anglicanus, Edin. 1828, 8vo. The Duty and
Desirableness of Frequent Communion, Edin. 1832, 18mo. Address to the Congregation of
St. Mary's, Edin. 1843, 8vo. Sermons, Edin. 1858. Lecture IV. [On the Conversion of the
Jews, Edin. 1842, fep. 8vo.]—[Presb. Reg., Tombst, Anderson's Sketches, Kay's Portr. ii.]
ST. STEPHEN'S CHURCH,
erected into a Parish by the Town Council 26th Nov., concurred with by the Presb. 10th, and opened
21st Dec. 1828.
1829. WILLIAM MUIR, D.D., LL.D., trans. fr. New Greyfriars, pres, by the Town Council
in 1828, adm. 26th Feb. following ; elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly 17th
May 1838. Previously to this he took no share in the great question of Non Intrusion
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then agitating the Church, but called by his position to declare himself, he took part
with the minority, and, at the Secession, was consulted by Government in the disposal of their
patronage, and thus had more influence in filling vacant situations in the Church than was
ever previously possessed. He was appointed Dean of the Order of the Thistle in 1845. He
marr. 22d June 1813, Hannah, eldest daugh. of James Black, Esq., merchant, Glasgow, and
had Robert, min. of Dalmeny, and John Stenhouse, min. of Cockpen ; 2dly, 3d Oct. 1844,
Anne, youngest daugh. of Lieut.-General Dirom of Mount Annan.—Publicati ons—[Ten
Single Sermons, Glasg, 1814, Edin. 1865, 8vo.] Discourses on the Epistle of Jude, Glasg,
1822, 8vo. Sermons on the Character of the Seven Churches in Asia, Edin., 1830, 18mo.
Three Sermons connected with the Present Distress, Edin. 1832, 8vo. An Arrangement of
the Parables, Edin. 1836, fep. 8vo. The Whole Service in the High Church of Glasgow at
the Commemoration of the Gen. Assembly of 1638, Glasg. 1838, 8vo. A Letter to the Con-
gregation of St. Stephen's on the Church Question, Edin. 1839, 8vo. Speech on the Auchter-
arder Case, Edin. 1839, 8vo. Practical Sermons on the Character and Work of the Holy
Spirit, Edin. 1842, post 8vo. System of Lessons for St. Stephen's Sabbath Schools, Edin
1842, 32mo. Sermon I. [at Opening the North Parish Church, Kelso, Edin. 1838, fep. 8vo. —
[Presb. Reg., Anderson's Sketches.]
GREENSIDE CHURCH,
erected into a Parish by the Town Council, concurred with by the Presb. 29th June 1836, and opened
6th Oct. 1839. - -
1837. WILLIAM GLOVER, A.M., trans. fr. Crossmichael, pres, by the Town Council Sept. 1836,
adm. 31st March thereafter. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh, 9th April 1849.
. He marr. 3d Oct. 1831, Elspeth, daugh. of the Rev. Cunningham Burnside, min. of Dunscore,
and had a daugh, who marr, the Rev. Dr. Caird, Professor of Divinity in the Univ. of Glas-
gow.—Publication—Tract IX. [On the Sabbath.]—[Presb. Reg., Edin. Grad.]
GAELIC CHAPEL OF EASE,
proposed July 1766, built 1768, opened June 1769, united to the Gaelic and English Chapel by the Presb.
and closed 22d Oct. 1815. -
1775. JoSEPH ROBERTSON, a native of Perthshire, for sometime clerk in an upholstery ware-
house in the city, licen. by the Newcastle Class of Dissenting Ministers 13th April 1773, and
ordained by them next day. Officiated among this people, and was received into communion
and authorized by the Presb. 26th July 1775. Assumed the name of MacGregor in 1784,
which had long been proscribed, and died 12th Jan. 1801, in 28th min. He marr. Janet
Brown, who died 5th April 1789, had a son, R. B., of the 88th Foot, who attained the rank
of Colonel, and a daugh. who marr. Captain Maclaren.—[Presb. Reg., Kay's Portr. i., Duncan's
Blog. Sepulch., Epitaphs.] -
78 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
1799. JAMES M*LAUCHLAN, licen, by the Presb. of Inverness 9th June 1795, and ord...by them
4th Oct. 1796, as Chaplain to Fraser's Regt. of Scots Fencibles, became Missionary at Strath- -
lass, nominated by the Society for Propagating Christian Knowledge, and adm. (assist. and
suc) 12th Sept. 1799. He officiated also as Chaplain to the 10th Militia, then
stationed in the Castle. In this capacity he was assisted by Mr. Thomas Shillinglaw, preacher
of the gospel, who afterwards brought an action before the Court of Session, asking pay-
ment for preaching fifty-nine sermons at half a guinea each, when Mr. M'Lauchlan was acquitted
by the Lord Ordinary [Meadowbank], to which interlocutor the Second Division adhered,
7th June 1810, the pursuer having failed to prove that preachers of the Gospel are paid for
occasional preaching, or that he gained his livelihood in that way. Mr. M'L. was promoted to
Moy and Dalarossie, 3d Sept. 1806–LPresb. Reg., Kay's Portr.]
1807. JoHN M*DONALD, A.M., son of a small farmer at Reay, where he was born 12th Nov
1779. Studied at the Univ. and King's College of Aberdeen, where he attained his degree
30th March 1801, and afterwards theology, licen. by the Presb. of Caithness 2d July 1805, be-
came assistant to the Rev. John Anderson, min. of Kingussie, ord. by his former Presb. 16th
Sept. 1806 as missionary at Berriedale, with the full approbation of both districts, adm. 29th
Jan. 1807; promoted to Urquhart or Ferintosh 1st Sept. 1813.−|Degrees King's Coll. Aberd.,
Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc. xv., Kay's Portr., &c.]
GAELIC AND ENGLISH CHAPEL OF EASE,
Founded 8th March 1809, received by the Presb. 25th Nov. 1812, opened 3d Jan. 1813; declared a
quoad sacra parish by the Act of ASSembly 31st May 1834 (constitution revised by the General Assembly
29th May 1837), and erected as such by the Court of Teinds 10th July 1850.
1813. CHARLEs R. MATHESON, A.M., son of the Rev. John M., min. of Kilmuir-Easter,
studied and took his degree at the Univ. and King's Coll. of Aberdeen 30th March 1804, licen.
by the Presb. of Tain 18th May 1809, and ord. by them as assistant to his father 5th Feb. 1812,
called by the Proprietors 7th April, and adm. 29th July 1813; demitted 31st Aug. 1814,
having been pres, to Kilmuir-Easter—[Degrees King's Coll. Aberd, Pres Reg., &c.]
1815. JoHN MUNRO, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. and King's Coll.,
Aberdeen, 30th March 1801, licen. by the Presb. of Tain 7th May 1806, and ord. by them 13th
Aug. thereafter, as missionary at Strathmore and Strath-halladale [or Dirlot], nominated
by the Society for Propagating Christian Knowledge Oct., and adm. 14th Dec. 1815; demit-
ted 10th May 1821, having been pres, to Halkirk.-[Degrees King's Coll. Aberd, Presb. Reg.,
Kay's Portr., &c.] ‘.
1823. DUNCAN MACCAIG, son of Duncan M. in Ballgar, bapt. 23d March 1796, ord, by the
Presb. of Abertarff 19th June 1822, as missionary at Fort William, nominated by the Society
for Propagating Christian Knowledge 3d, and adm. 25th April 1823, pres. to Uig by Geo. IV.
June following, which he did not accept, tried before the High Court of Justiciary 6th June,
where he was transported for fourteen years, and deposed 11th July 1831 “for stealing books
and contumacy.” He became a teacher in Van Diemen's Land, and was latterly in a state of
LADY GLENORCHY'S CHAPEL. 79
complete destitution.—Publication—Catechism trans, into Gaelic.—[Lismore Sess, and Presb.
Reg., Trial, Kay's Portr. i., &c.] e
1831. JoHN MACALISTER, prom. fr. Glenlyon, nominated by the Society for Propagating
Christian Knowledge 5th Oct., and adm. 1st Dec. ; translated to Nigg 13th April 1837.-
[Presb. Reg., Kay's Portr. i.] - -
1839. HUGH MºDEOD, A.M., a native of Sutherland, studied and was laureated at the Univ.
and King's Coll. of Aberdeen 22d Feb. 1826, was appointed schoolmaster of Tongue in 1827,
licen. by the Presb. thereof 30th Nov. 1831, and ord, by them 28th Nov. 1833 as missionary
at Mellness [Erriboll, nominated by the Society for Propagating Christian Knowledge Sept.,
and adm. 10th Nov. 1837; trans. to Logie-Easter 28th Aug., and adm. 19th Sept. 1839.
Joining in the Free Secession, and signing the Demission, he was declared no longer a min. of
this church, 1st Aug. 1843. He emigrated to Cape Breton, and was settled in the congrega-
tion at Sydney in 1850; had D.D. conferred in 1857. He marr., 6th April 1841, a daugh.
of the Rev. Hugh Ross, min. of Fearn.—[Degrees King's Coll. Aberd, Presb. Reg., &c.]
LADY GLENORCHY'S CHAPEL,
Founded by Willielma Wiscountess Glenorchy Oct. 1772, opened 8th May 1774, and conveyed to five
Trustees 26th Jan. 1786. The constitution was revised 20th May 1837, and the Trustees obtained an
Act of Parliament, 1 and 2 Vict. cap. 22, which extended and explained their powers, on which it was
constituted a quoad sacra parish. The Chapel was acquired from the Trustees for the Railway Station
in 1845; the Trustees, after a protracted litigation, purchased in 1856 Roxburgh Place Chapel, and
removed thither. The Chapel was erected a quoad Sacra parish by the Court of Teinds 2d July 1862.
1777. FRANCIS SHERRIFF, A.M., Son of Mr. S., farmer, Dremhills, educated at the school of
Musselburgh under Mr. Jeffray, and completed his studies at the Univ. of Edinburgh, where
he attained his degree 5th March 1770. He had been recommended in the previous year, by
the author of Douglas, formerly min. of Athelstaneford to a nobleman as tutor to his eldest
son, which he soon left, and through the same patronage obtained a situation as clerk in the
War Office, which he vacated for a visit to Jamaica. Returning home by America in 1772,
being in difficulty how to employ himself, and under an attachment to a young lady, he re-
solved to betake himself to the ministry, was licen. by the Presb. of Haddington 30th March
1773, and ord, by them 6th July 1775, as assistant-chaplain to General Houston's Regt. of
the Scotch Brigade in the Dutch Service. A change took place in his religious sentiments in
1776, which became more Calvinistic and Evangelical, and having returned home in Sept. 1777,
he took up his residence with Lady Glenorchy, who nominated him to the charge in Nov.,
on which he was received 12th Nov. following ; died 12th June 1778, in his 28th year, and
3d min.-LPresb. Reg., Lady Glenorchy's Account, Edin. Grad, Wood's Hist, of Cramond,
Jones' Life of Lady Glenorchy.] -
1779. THOMAS SNELL JONES, a native of Gloucester, passed his philosophical and theological
education at the Dissenting academy of Trevecca, in Wales, assisted for two years an aged
clergyman at Plymouth, when he became known to Lady G., and was entreated to be min. of
80 - PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
her chapel. With this view he was ord, by the Scots Presbytery in London, 9th June
1779, and admitted 25th July following. Had D.D conferred by the Univ. and Maris. Coll.
of Aberdeen 1810, and died 3d March 1837, in 83d age and 58th min. During his incum-
bency he dispensed the communion upwards of two hundred times, and acquired and preserved
an almost unprecedented degree of popularity. His wife, Elizabeth, died 10th Sept. 1780,
aged 26. He marr. 2dly, Ann Jones, who died 6th May 1822, and had John, banker, Leith.
—Publications—Mankind Accountable Creatures: a Sermon, Edin., 1786, 8vo. The Life
of Willielma Viscountess Glenorchy, Edin., 1822, 8vo. Addresses delivered at the Baptism
of Joseph Davis, a converted Jew [Grey's Sermon, Edin., 1820, 8vo.]—[Presb. Reg., Anderson's
Sketches, Hunter and Makellar's Fun. Serm., Tombst., Haldane's Mem., Hanna's Life of Chal-
mers, Duncan's Elog. Sepulchr, Kay's Portr.] -
1793. GREVILLE EWING, son of Alexander E., teacher of mathematics, Edinburgh, born in
1767, educated at the High School, apprenticed to an engraver, but relinquished his employ-
ment on completing his engagement for study preparatory to the clerical profession to which
he aimed. Getting over his curriculum at the Univ. of his native city, he was selected as tutor
to the family of Mr. Lockhart of Castlehill, proposed for probationary trials by Mr. Morehead
of Stonehouse, in absence of Mr. Lockhart, his parochial min., and going through them with
approbation, was licen. by the Presb. of Hamilton 25th Sept. 1792. His talents and popularity
soon pointed him out to the Trustees, by whom he was nominated 22d June, and ord. col-
league to their affectionate pastor 17th Oct. 1793. Imbued with a spirit for missionary enter-
prize, he eagerly listened to a proposal of Robert Haldane, Esq. of Airthrey, of establishing a
select company for propagating the Gospel in Bengal, but which could not be effected, from
the hostility of the Directors of the H.E.I.C. Devotedly attached to that cause, however, he
established the Missionary Magazine, the first religious periodical north of the Tweed, adopted
sentiments inimical to the National Religious Establishment, demitted his charge 1st, and
was declared no longer a min. of this church 26th Dec. 1798. He became minister to a large
congregation at the Tabernacle, Glasgow, May 1799, under the auspices of Mr Haldane, and
presided over a seminary for the preparation of pious youths intended for the ministry, for
about two years and a half with considerable success. Differences arising between him and
his employer, who had so far changed his views, he resigned his situation in the seminary in
1811, and became senior tutor to a new theological academy in connection with the Congrega-
tional Union, discharging its duties with praiseworthy fidelity, till obliged to abandon them
from debility. He had D.D. conferred by an American College in 1821, but did not accept
it, and died 2d Aug. 1841, in his 74th year, and 48th min. He marr., 13th Aug. 1794,
Anne, daugh. of the Rev. James Innes, min. of Yester, she died 23d Aug. 1795, aged 20 ;
2dly, a Miss Jamieson, and had a daugh, who marr, the Rev. Dr. Matheson, of Durham ;
3dly, in 1812, Barbara, daugh. of Sir James Maxwell of Pollock, Bart., whose melancholy
death was caused by the overturning of a carriage near the falls of Corra on Clyde, 14th Sept.
1828, aged 55.-Publications—[Five single Sermons, Edin. 1797-1834, 8vo.] Animadver-
sions on a Pamphlet entitled, Lay-preaching indefensible on Scripture principles, Glasg. 1800,
8vo. Remarks on Mr Dick's Sermon concerning the qualifications and call of Missionaries,
1801, 8vo. The Ignorance of the Heathen, and the conduct of God towards them: a Sermon,
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preached before the London Missionary Society, Lond. 1803, 8vo. A Greek Grammar, and
Greek and English Scripture Lexicon, Edin. 1802, 8vo. [2d Edit. Glasg. 1812, roy. 8vo.]
An Attempt towards a statement of the doctrine of Scripture on some disputed points. Glasg,
1807, 12mo, with many smaller works. Facts and Documents respecting the connexions
which have subsisted between Robert Haldane, Esq., and G. E., Glasg. 1809, 8vo. An Essay
on Baptism, Glasg. 1823, 12mo. Memoir of Barbara Ewing, Glasg. 1829, 12mo. Sermon
III. [Serm. by min. of Congregational Union, Glasg. 1823, 8vo.], and edited the Missionary
Magazine, vols. i.-iii., Edin. 1796-1798, 8vo.—[Presb. Reg., Wardlaw’s Fun. Serm., Haldane's
Mem., Kay's Portr., Tombst.]
1826. JoHN PURWEs, son of a farmer in Lauderdale, nominated (Assist. and Suc.) by the
Trustees, and ord. 14th April. Having been pres. to Jedburgh, he demitted his charge 27th
Oct. 1830.-[Presb. Reg.] -
1830. JAMES BEGG, promoted from Maxwelltown Chapel of Ease, elected (Assist. and Suc.)
by the Trustees, and adm. 23d Dec.; promoted to Paisley (Middle Ch.), 25th Nov. 1831—
[Presb. Reg., Smith's Scott. Clergy, iii.]
1831. THOMAS LIDDELL, promoted from Montrose Chapel of Ease, nominated (Assist. and
Suc.) by the Trustees, and adm. 22d Dec. Having been appointed Principal of Queen's
College, Kingston, Canada, he resigned his charge 27th Oct. 1841, which was accepted 11th
Nov. following. Had B.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh 27th of same month, and
D.D. from them same year. He remained there till 1846, when he returned to Scotland,
and was adm. to Lochmaben 29th March 1850.-[Presb., and Syn. Reg, Edin. Grad., &c.
YOUNG STREET, AFTERwards ST. LUKE'S CHAPEL OF EASE,
Opened 28th May 1837 as a quoad sacra parish in connexion with St. George's, and named St. Luke's;
erected as such by the Court of Teinds 11th Feb. 1863.
1837. ALEXANDER MooDY, son of Andrew M., Esq., chief magistrate of Paisley, licensed by
the Presb. of Glasgow 5th Oct. 1831; nominated by the Trustees, and ord, 27th July 1837
Assumed the name of Stuart, on marrying an heiress in 1839. Joining in the Free Seces-
sion, he was declared no longer a min. of this church 29th Nov. 1843.−Publications—
Death-bed Scenes, Edin., 18mo. A Pastoral Letter on the Present Position of the Church of
Scotland, Edin. 1840, 8vo. A Report of the Proceedings of the Gen. Assembly of the Free
Ch. relative to the state of Religion in the Land, Edin. 1844, 8vo. Inquiry into the present
Educational Connexion between the Free Church and the Government, Edin. 1848, 8vo.
A Practical Exposition of the Song of Solomon, Lond. 1857, 8vo. Key to the Emblems of
Solomon's Song, Lond. 1861, 16mo. Capernaum as the sphere of Christ's Ministry, Lond.
1863, cr. 8vo. The Three Marys, cr. 8vo. The Life and Letters of Elizabeth Duchess of
Gordon, Lond, 8vo. Lectures III. [on Revival of Religion], Glasg. 1842, 12mo, and VI. On
Conversion of the Jews, Edin. 1842-1848–Presb. Reg, &c.]
82 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
HOLYROODHOUSE, AFTERWARDS CANONGATE CHURCH,
belonged to and formed part of the Abbey. The Privy Council, at His Majesty's desire, 13th Sept. 1672
discharged its use as a Parish Church, that it might be set apart as a Chapel Royal. In consequence of
which the congregation, in 1687, were removed to Lady Yester's Church in the city, and a church founded
in the Canongate, was opened in 1691, whence in future it took its name.
1561. JoHN CRAIG, when scarcely twelve years old, lost his father in the fatal field of Flod-
den in 1513. He studied at the Univ. of St. Andrews, became for two years tutor in the
family of Lord Dacres in England. On war taking place between the two kingdoms he re-
turned, and entered the order of Dominicans or Black Friars, who had a convent at St. Andrews.
Falling under suspicion of heresy, however, he was imprisoned, and got cleared, when he
returned to England, in the expectation of obtaining preferment at Cambridge, through the
interest of his former employer. Not succeeding he proceeded to France and Rome. Attract-
ing the notice of Cardinal Pole, he was, through his means, admitted into the convent of his
order at Bononia, and obtained several distinguished appointments with a view of furthering
the interest of that body. Unrestrained in his access to the literature of the day the Institu-
tions of Calvin fell into his hands, and he eagerly imbibed the opinions of the Reformer, was
again imprisoned and condemned to the flames, which he escaped by the death of the reigning
Pope in 1559, and a rising of the citizens who opened the prisons and set the captives at
liberty. By a remarkable incident he made another escape no less singular. Falling into the
hands of a company of Banditti, their leader recognized him as having been the instrument of
saving his life, and resolved to aid his escape at the hazard of his own, and furnishing him
with money to carry him to his former residence. On the expenditure of his means he was
again at a loss when musing on his situation, and communing with his God, in a wild and
secluded place, removed from the ordinary route of travellers, a purse full of gold was brought
to him by a dog, which had followed him ; this dispelled his anxiety and enabled him to pro-
ceed to a small village, where he changed his place of destination, and proceeded with a com-
pany to Vienna. Arriving there he was solicited to preach before Maximilian II., who, taking
a liking to him, instead of sending him back to Rome as a prisoner, gave him letters of safe
conduct. By these means he proceeded through Germany and England for his native country.
On his arrival with the dog, the purse, and some of the gold above mentioned, he found vigorous
measures in progress for effectuating the Reformation. His services were therefore tendered and
accepted. Having been twenty-four years abroad, however, he was at first unable to communicate
divine truth in the language of the country. He therefore preached occasionally in Latin to
the more learned in the Magdalen Chapel, when, regaining the Scottish tongue, he was appointed
in 1561, and trans. to Edinburgh 2d July 1562, though not carried into effect till 1563–
[Spotswood, Keith, and Row's Hist, M'Crie's Know, ii., Christian Mag. vii., Edin. Chr. Inst. iii.,
Wodrow’s MS. Biog. i.]
1564. JoHN BRAND, formerly a Monk in the Abbey of Holyrood, and employed by Arch-
bishop Hamilton, during the progress of the Reformation, to carry a message to John Knox,
HOLYROODHOUSE. * 83
“That howsoever he had introduced another Form of Religion, and reformed the doctrine of
the Church, whereof it might be there was some reason ; yet he should do well not to shake
loose the Order and Policy received, which had been the work of many ages, till he were sure
of a better to be settled in place thereof.” Examined and admitted by the superintendent
of Lothian in 1564. His stipend in 1567 amounted to “ij merkis, xijbollis of aitis; jº
merkis thairof to be payit be the Commendatare of Halyruidhous with the xijbollis of aitis,
xl be the Cannongait, and xl li. of the thrydis, ay and quhill sa mekle annuallis of the Canon-
gait be vacand.” He was pres, by James VI. 5th Jan. of that year to the Chaplainry of St
Ninians, beside the Trinity College ; and died 2d Sept. 1600, having “served many years with
good commendation.” He had “certain small buikis in his librarie estimate to xxxii; utencils
j" li; and Frie Geir, iſ xxviii. xv.js. Vjd,” and left Abigail Smyth, relict, with a son and two
daugh., John, who got a gift from his Majesty 3d Sep. 1600, of the chaplainry of St Ninian,
at the fute of the Wynd, called Leith Wynd, in the Row called St Ninian's Row, upon the
entry of the passage callit the Langgait, while a student of philosophy, he unfortunately killed
a young man, however, with a knife at St. Leonard's craigs 27th May 1515, for which he was
sentenced on the 30th following, to be beheaded at the cross of Edinburgh. Beside this son he
had two daugh. Elizabeth and Katharine—[Keith's Hist., Reg. Min, Assig., and Pres., Presb.,
Sess., Test, and Reg. (Bapt)., Booke of the Kirk, Zurich Lett. ii., Wodrow and Maitland
Miscell. ii., Pitcairn's Cr. Trials iii., Wodrow Biog. i.] -
1601. HENRY BIYTH, A.M., trans. fr. 2d charge. In Dec. 1601 he was cited before the
Council for alleging in the pulpit [that an apostate, against whom a publick proclamation had
been issued about three weeks preceding, was resett in special houses in Edinburgh] and
threatened with punishment unless he qualified his speeches. In 1602, he was summoned
before his Majesty and Commissioners for finding fault, in the pulpit, with giving remissions
for blood and murder, and worse remissions also, as he termed them, in general; on compearing
he was desired only to be wiser in future. The Gen. Assembly same year appointed him to
wait on John Lord Maxwell, [one of the Popish Lords] while he remained in the Castle of
Edinburgh. In 1603 he was one of those appointed by the Synod who Congratulated his
Majesty on his journey to England, at the union of the crowns, yet complaining of certain
grievances. In a sermon, July 1605, he complained of his Majesty and council in interrogat-
ing and detaining Mr John Forbes and Mr John Welshe, saying, “eurie good christian sould
prepare himself for the day of persecution was nearer than thai were war of, that the persecu-
tion in the primitive kirk against the apostles began with their barks, nixt stryppis and whippis,
and last to their lyves. And now two bretheren whose labours had bein as profitable in the
kirk of God as any other of their profession, were casten unheard in dungeons, and mair
hardlie used than any of the land, not having the comfort to remane with ane another, albeit
he doubted not, but wes assured thai would justifie that their meeting of Assemblie at Aber-
deen, and had sufficient warrand for the same. The Lords [15th Aug.] fund that he had
vndutifullie medelit in the affairs of his hienes estaite by vºtering of diverse reproachfull speitches
against the proceidings of his hienis councill in the examination and wairding of Forbes and
Welsh, and therfoir ordains him to enter waird in Blackness Castell; ” from which he was
liberated about six weeks after. In July 1617 he signed the Protestation to Parliament in behalf
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of the Liberties of the Kirk. In 1618 he was a member of the Assembly at Perth, and one
of the privy conference. He was summoned before the High Commission for disregarding the
royal authority, regarding the Acts of the Perth Assembly, celebrating the communion in the
usual manner, and attracting the citizens of Edinburgh from their own pastors, for which he
was suspended during his Majesty's pleasure, 2d July 1619, and commanded to enter into
ward at Inverness within ten days. The Kirk Session had a meeting anent his hame-bringing
28th of same month. At a conference at St. Andrews 25th Nov. following, the Archbishop
testified “he was a modest man, that what had come to him was for nothing in himself, but
only because the people of Edinburgh refusing to acknowledge their own pastors, attended on
his ministrations.” He was deprived by the High Commission, however, 26th Jan. 1620, it
being his Majesty's will he “should not return, and that he wald give obedience in some viher
place.”—LReg. Assig., Pres, et Sec. Sigill, Presb., Syn., Sess., & Priv. Counc. Reg., Pitcairn's
Cr. Trials ii., Row, & Calderwood's Hist, Orig. Lett.] - -
1620. ROBERT SEYMMER, A.M., trans. fr. Kinnaird, pres. by James VI. 12th Feb., and adm.
before 16th June. Died 30th Nov. 1623, aged about 43. His Inventar and dettis amounted
to j" iij" bºxxj ñ, vis, viijd., of which his librar was estimated at iſ fi, and the utencils at
iiij" ii. The oversight of his affairs he committed to Patrick, Bishop of Ross, and Mr. George
Symmer, min. of Fern. Agnes Lyndsay, relict.—[Reg. Pres., and Sec. Sigill, Sess, and Test.
Reg.] - -
1624. JAMES AHANNAY, or HANNAY, A.M., trans. fr. Kilmaurs, pres, by James VI. 5th
Dec. 1623, adm. the year following; named a member of the Court of High Commission 21st
Oct. 1634; and trans. to the Deanery and High Church of Edinburgh in 1635.-LReg. Pres.,
Sess. Reg., Maitland iii., and Bannatyne Miscell. iii., Baillie's Lett. iii.]
1635. MATTHEw WEMYss, A.M., trans. fr. 2nd charge, adm. about 1635. Subscribed the
Covenant on the 16th, he discharged the use of the Organ 18th March 1638, preached before
his Majesty 7th Sept. and 31st Oct. 1641, and died Aug. 1645, aged about 42. He marr,
29th July 1631, Margaret, daugh. of James Durie, in the par. of Dunfermline, and had
Margaret, John, Janet, Matthew, and William—[Sess, and Dunfermline Sess. Reg., Baillie's
Lett. i., Balfour's Hist. Works iii.]
1646. GEORGE LESLIE, trans. fr. 2nd charge, pres. by the Town Council of Edinburgh 18th
Feb. 1646, was a member of the Commissions of Assembly 1647-1649, and also one of the
Commissioners for visiting the Univ. of St. Andrews and Edinburgh in the latter year. He
had taken protection in the Castle of Edinburgh, with some other min., when it surrendered,
protested against it 17th Dec. 1651 ; and died Aug. 1656, aged about 57. His library
was estimat at iij li. The insicht, &c., at j" xxxiij fi vjS. viijd. ; and the Inventar, &c., at
v" vi. xcjii. xs. He marr., 19th Aug. 1640, Elizabeth Murray, who died 20th June 1641,
and had a son, John, who was served her heir 14th July following ; 2dly, Elizabeth, daugh.
of Mr Henry Charteris, Professor of Divinity, by whom he had two sons, George and Henry.
—[Edin. Counc., Guild, Sess., Test., Syn., and Edin. Reg. (Marr., and Bapt.), Lamont,
and Nicoll's Diaries, Acts of Ass., and Parl. vi., Ing. Ret. Gen. 2584, Crawfurd’s Univ.,
Baillie's Lett. iii.]
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1657. JAMES NAIRNE, A.M., trans. fr. 2nd charge, adm, in 1657; trans, to Bolton in
1662–(Sess. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist] -
1663. JAMES KID, A.M., studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, where he graduated 21st
July 1632; instituted to the Vicarage of Longhaughton, Northumberland, where he was
ejected during the civil war, and for which he had jº li. allowed by Parliament on account of his
sufferings, 12th July 1661 ; collated 26th, and adm. 29th March, 1663. Died Dec. 1673,
aged about 62. The Furniture, with librarie, was estimat at xl. ii. He left to the church and
session, for his buriall within the church, j merks—[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad, Sess.,
and Test. Reg., Reg. Collat, Acts Parl. vii., Walker's Sufferings, Hutcheson's Worthwm-
berland i.] -
1673. JAMES INGLIS, A.M., son of Mr Cornelius I. of Eastbarns, born and bred in the par.
of Dunbar, studied at the Univ. of St. Andrews and Aberdeen, and took his degree at that of
Edinburgh. Being well known to the members of Presb., he passed his trials at Dunbar, and
was recommended to George, Bishop of Edinburgh, by whom he was licen. 13th Jan. 1671. In
consequence of the infirmity and sickness of the preceding, he was recommended by the Bishop
to supply his place 30th May 1673, and officiated till 22nd Aug. 1676. Having obtained,
16th Feb. of that year, at the Bishop's request, payment of his bygone stipend from the city of
Edinburgh.-IDunbar Presb., Sess, and Edin. Goune. Reg., Edin. Grad, Reg. Collat.] -
1676. ROBERT SCOTT, trans. from Inverkeithing, adm. before 28th Nov. ; was appointed
one of his Majesty's Chaplains in Ordinary in 1679. He craved the Privy Council, 5th April
1684, that his stipend might be made [xxv" merks] equal to that of the min. of Edinburgh.
Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of St. Andrews 6th Nov. 1686; promoted to (Hamilton)
the Deanery of Glasgow.—[Sess. Reg., Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Fountainhall's Dec. i., Mait-
land Miscell. iii.] - -
1687. ALEXANDER BURNET, trans. fr. 2nd charge, adm. 28th June, deprived by the Privy
Council 23rd Aug. 1689, for disobedience and disloyalty in not reading the Proclamation of
the Estates, and praying for King William and Queen Mary.—[Sess. Reg., Peterkin's Consti-
tution of the Church, MS. Acc of Min. 1689, Hist. Rel, of the Gen. Ass. 1690.]
1689. THOMAS WILKIE, A.M., nephew to Mr W. of the Tolbooth Ch., born 9th April
1645. Studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 31st July 1662 ; was a
constituent member of the meeting of Min. in the province of Lothian and Tweeddale (after
the Toleration) 6th July 1687; pres. by the Town Council of Edinburgh 6th Nov. 1689, on
which he was soon after admitted, got a Session constituted, notwithstanding that under Epis-
copacy, 14th Jan. 1690; continued his services in the meeting house till 22nd Aug. 1691,
when the keys of the church were ordained by the Privy Council to be delivered to him ;
elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly 17th Feb. 1701, a second time, 16th March 1704;
and died 19th March 1711, in his 66th year, much lamented by his brethren and
people, bequeathing his library, about four hundred volumes, to that recently founded for the
use of the Divinity Hall. His life was valuable and useful ; while his piety, prudence, and
peaceable disposition rendered him generally acceptable. He left Rachel Sinclar, widow.
—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Sess., Syn., Presb., Edin. Gwild, and Reg. (Bur.), Tombst,
*
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Monteith's Mort. ii., Epit., Edin. Chr. Inst. xxv., Bower's Univ. i., Wodrow’s MSS.
lxxxii., Edin. Grad, Bonar's Canongate.]
1712. JoHN WALKER, trans. fr. 2nd charge, called 29th, and adm. 30th Jan. ; re-trans. to
2nd charge 9th April following, with an admonition from the Presb. not to be so changeable
in future.—[Presb. Reg.]
1713. JAMES WALKER, A.M., trans. fr. Ferryport-on-Craig, called 15th April 1712,
adm. 23rd June 1713; died 3rd March 1752, in 73rd age, and 51st min. His
widow, Isobel Vilant, died 11th Jan. 1762, by whom he had a son, Samuel—[Presb., Syn.,
and Test. Reg.] • - --
1753. JAMES WATSON, trans. fr. Newbattle, called 28th Nov. 1752. In consequence of a
competition between him and Mr. John Warden, who shortly after became his colleague, after
going through the inferior courts, and two votes in the Gen. Assembly, the call was sustained
by a great majority; adm. 7th Aug. 1753, and died at Peppermill 5th Nov. 1763, in 18th
min. Three letters of his have been preserved, which bespeak shrewd advice, great knowledge
of the world, and sound lessons of morality, addressed to the son of a cousin, whom he was
honoured to usher into public life, and who became, with the highest advantage to himself,
and credit to his patron, Rector of the High School of Edinburgh. Mr W. marr., 14th
Dec. 1750, Anne Foggo, who died at Edinburgh 15th Nov. 1824, at the venerable age of 93.
—[Presb. Reg., Scot's Mag. xv., Morren's Ann. ii., Acts of Ass. 1753, Steven's High School.]
1764. WILLIAM LOTHIAN, son of Mr George L., Surgeon, Edin., educated at the High
School, licen. by the Presb. 12th April, and ord, 16th Aug. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ.
of Edin, 15th Oct. 1779, and died 17th Dec. 1783, in 44th age, and 20th min. As a
preacher, his method of instruction was simple and perspicuous, his sentiments rational and
manly, and his manner unaffected and persuasive. He marr., 1st Oct. 1766, Elizabeth
Lothian, who died 8th Aug. 1815, and had Edward, an advocate, William, George,
merchant, Leith, Thomas, surgeon, Edinburgh, and Helen.—Publications—The History of the
United Provinces of the Netherlands, Lond., 1780, 4to. Sermons XXI. [Scotch Preacher ii.,
Edin., 1776, 12mol−(Steven's High School, Presb., and Test. Reg., Edin. Grad.]
1784. ROBERT WALKER, trans. fr. Cramond, pres. by George III. Jan., and adm. 19th
Aug. ; died 30th June 1808, in 32nd min. He marr., 8th May 1778, Jean Fraser, who died
10th June 1831, and had Magdalene, who marr. Richard Scougall, Esq., and Jane, who marr.
Mr James Thomson, both merchants, Leith.—Publications—Sermons, Edin., 1791, 8vo.
[Three single Sermons, Edin., 1794-1798, 8vo.] Observations on the national character of
the Dutch, and the family character of the house of Orange, Edin., 1794, 8vo. The Psalms
of David methodized, Edin., 1794. Kolf, a Dutch game [Sinclair's St. Acc. xvi.]—[Presb.
Reg., Kay's Portr., &c.]
1808. ANDREW GRANT, D.D., trans. fr. Kilmarnock, pres. by George III. July, and adm.
20th Oct. ; trans, to Edinburgh (Trinity College Ch.) 26th Sept. 1810–Presb. Reg., Ander-
son's Sketches.]
1811. HENRY GARNOCK, trans. fr. Legerwood, presented by the Prince Regent, March, and
adm. 25th July, elected Synod Clerk 14th Nov 1815, and died, returning home from dinner
in a carriage 22nd Jan. 1820, in 52nd age, and 21st min.—[Presb., and Syn., Reg., Tombst.]
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1820. ALEXANDER STEwART, D.D., trans. fr. Dingwall, pres, by George IV. April, adm. 13th
July; and died 17th May 1821, in 58th age, and 35th min. Singularly eminent as a profi-
cient in his native language, which occasioned his being elected an Honorary member of the
Highland Society of Scotland, and rendered him highly useful in revising the Translation of the
Scriptures into Gaelic, published by the Society for Propagating Christian Knowledge, for which
he received the unanimous thanks of the Gen. Assemblies 1819 and 1820. He was not less
remarkable for a decided change in his views of Christian doctrine. “As a minister of the
gospel, few in our church,” says his biographer, “in latter days at least, have occupied higher
ground, whether his qualifications be considered, or his success.” He marr., 31st Oct. 1793,
Louisa, eldest daugh. of Captain Lachlan Macpherson, she died 6th Feb. 1799, and had Alex-
ander, min. of Cromarty, and Catherine, who marr, the Rev. Hector Allan, min. of Kin-
cardine ; 2dly, 4th March 1802, Emilia, eldest daugh. of the Rev. Charles Calder, min. of
Urquhart, she died at Bayswater 12th Nov. 1855, and had Charles Calder, min. of Aber-
dalgie.—Publications—Account of a late Revival of Religion in a part of the Highlands,
Edin., 1802, 8vo. Elements of Gaelic Grammar, Edin., 1801, 8vo. Address to the Athole
Regt. of Volunteers, Edin., 1804, 12mo. A Primer, or Spelling Book in Gaelic. 'Sermons
(with a Memoir), Edin., 1822, 8vo. Account of Moulin [Sinclair's St. Acc. v., xxi.]—also
translated into Gaelic Dr. Isaac Watts' Preservative from Vice and Folly—and revised the
Original of Ossian, under the superintendence of the Highland Society of London.—[Presb.
Reg., Sermons (Mem.), Society Sermons, Acts of Ass., Bonar's Canongate, &c.]
1823. JoHN LEE, LL.D., M.D., prom. fr. Professorship of Divinity and Ecclesiastical His-
tory in St. Mary's Coll. St Andrews, pres. by George IV., 15th June 1821, adm. 21st March
1823. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of St Andrews, 28th Dec. following ; and was trans
to Edinburgh (Lady Yesters), 26th Jan. 1825.-Presb. Reg., Bonar's Canongate.] **t
1825. JoHN GILCHRIST, D.D., trans. fr. Greenock (East Ch.), pres. by George IV. March,
and adm. 25th Aug. ; died 23d May 1849, in 79th age and 42d min, a man of the greatest
simplicity and kindness of heart, and an original and accomplished preacher. He marr. 26th
Oct. 1812, Catherine, daugh. of the Rev. James Addie, min. of Kilmaronock, she died 24th
Oct. 1842, leaving two daughters.-Publication—Sermons and Lectures, Edin., 1833, 8vo.—
[Presb, and Syn. Reg., Bonar's Fun. Serm., and Hist, Canongate.]
SECOND CHARGE.
1590. JoHN DAVIDSONE, A.M., formerly at Liberton, when he was a member of Assembly,
Aug. and July 1591. He officiated for some time in the East (or New) Kirk of Edinburgh,
“who, as well as the Synod, allowed weill of his travellis,” 1st Dec. 1592 ; and was found meit
by the Synod, 1st Oct. 1594, proposed for Haddington 2d charge 2d April 1595, took his fare-
well 9th Dec., removed or was trans, to Prestonpans same year, but still continued in the
Register 1599.—[Reg. Assig, Edin. Counc. Reg., Wodrow Miscell, Booke of the Kirk, Calderwood's
Hist, Presb, and Syn. Reg.] -
1598. HENRY BLYTH, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of St Andrews
in 1593, appointed by the Presb. 29th Oct. 1594 to officiate now and then in room of Mr.
88 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
Brand, called by the Synod, Presb, and Session Feb., and adm. 6th April 1598; trans. to 1st
charge about 1601,–Act. Rect. Univ. St And, Presb., and Test. Reg., Reg. Assig., Wodrow’s
Miscell.] . - .
1611. OLIVER COLT, A.M., promoted from Regent of Humanity in the Univ. of Edin-
burgh ; trans. to Foulden in 1614.—[Sess. Reg., Craufurd’s Univ.]
1630. MATTHEw WEMyss, A.M., probably son of Mr Patrick W., min. of Dunbarny,
studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St Andrews in 1623, adm. in 1630; trans. to
1st charge about 1635–Act Rect. Univ. St. And, Sess. Reg.]
1636. JoHN WATSON, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 23d
July 1631, adm. about 1636; deposed 1st Jan. 1639 “for deserting his charge.”—[Edin.
Grad., Wodrow MSS. lxiii., Acc. of Ass., Peterkin's Records, Stevenson's Hist.]
1639. GEORGE LESLIE, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of St Andrews in
1619, adm. 22d Nov. 1639, was a member of the Commissions of Assembly 1643-1645; trans.
to 1st charge in 1646–Act Rect. Univ. St. And, Sess. Reg., Acts of Ass.] -
"1646, JoHN Hog, A.M., trans. fr. Linton, Tweeddale, nominated by the Town Council of
Edinburgh 25th Feb., and adm. 19th May ; trans, to S. Leith in 1653–JEdin. Counc., and
Sess. Reg., Lamont's Diary.] - -
1656. JAMEs NAIRNE, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 15th
July 1650, was elected Librarian thereto by the Town Council, 23d July 1652, which he
demitted 28th Dec. 1653, called to this charge 12th Nov. 1655, adm. 17th April 1656 ; trans.
to 1st charge in 1657–LReg., Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad, Edin. Counc., and Sess. Reg.]
1658. ALEXANDER HUTCHEson, A.M., studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh and attained his
degree May 1653, called to this charge 8th Dec. 1657, adm. 14th April 1658. Deprived by
the Act of Parliament 11th June, and of the Privy Council 1st Oct. 1662. Having been
summoned to appear before the Privy Council in 1673, and not obeying, he was appointed, 4th
Sept., to be apprehended wherever found ; but died 2d April 1676, aged about 43, in 18th
min. He marr. Janet, daugh. of Robert Hardie, burges and guild brother of Edinburgh, in
right of whom he entered both 22d July 1668. She died 30th Jan. 1709, aged 71. They
had Elizabeth, Jean and another.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad, Sess., Test., Edin.
Guild, and Reg., (Marr, Bapt., and Bur), Wodrow’s Hist.]
1663. PATRICK HEPBURNE, A.M., formerly of Bolton, elected by the Magistrates and Kirk
Session, with most part of the neighbours 9th July, ordained and collated 20th, and adm. 22d
Nov. following ; trans, to St Cuthberts in 1680.-[Reg. Collat., Sess. Reg.]
1680. ARCHIBALD CALDERWOOD, A.M., son of Thomas C., Dean of Guild in Edin, bapt. 19th
June 1657, studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of the city 7th April 1675, adm.
about end of 1680 and died in 1681 , in his 25th year, and 1st min. The Inventar amounted
to jº iij xxxiij fi vjs. viijd. Elizabeth Wilson, his sister uterine (by his mother Elizabeth
Mortimer), wife of James Murray of Pennyland, Commissary of Orkney, was served heir of
provision, 10th March 1682–LCalderwood’s Hist. viii., Edin. Grad, Test. and Edin. Reg.
(Bapt.), Ing. Ret, Edin. 1279.]
1682. JoHN LUMSDEN, trans. fr. Dalgety, adm. about 1682, craved the Privy Council, 5th
CANONGATE. 89
April 1684, that his stipend might be made ij" iſ merks, £111, 4s. 11d. Sterl, equal to the
second min. of Edinburgh; trans, to Lauder in 1685–Pountainhall's Dec. i., Sess. Reg.]
1685. ALEXANDER BURNET, translated from Kirktown, adm. 13th Aug. ; trans, to 1st
charge in 1687.-[Sess. Reg.] -
1687. JAMES CRAIG, A.M., formerly of Tranent, unanimously elected and presented by the
Kirk Session, Magistrates, Heritors, and Deacons of Crafts 29th Aug., and adm. 14th Sept.
1687 ; was obliged to remove from Lady Yester's with his congregation, in summer 1691,
to an old chapel near the Watergate ; was received into communion, and trans. to Dudding-
ston about 1694.—[Sess. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689, Cont. History of Gen. Ass. 1690.]
1695. WILLIAM MITCHELL, called (after 12th April) and ord, in 1695; trans, to Edin-
burgh 19th Aug. 1702, which was fallen from ; and again (to the Old Ch.) 16th June 1708.
—[Presb., and Sess. Reg.]
1709. JoHN WALKER, licen. by the Presb. 9th Feb. 1709, called 19th July, and ord, 27th
Sept. following ; trans. to 1st charge 30th Jan., but it was recalled 1st, and he was re-adm.
9th April 1712, and died 13th Nov. 1741, aged 61, in 33rd min. An eminent and learned
divine, who discharged his duties with unwearied diligence, application, and success. He was
a laborious student, of good temper, and uncommon penetration ; and also an accurate and
edifying preacher, with a knowledge in the affairs of the church scarcely equalled, and particu-
larly distinguished for his services to the Society for Propagating Christian Knowledge. His
son Robert was long an esteemed min. of the High Ch. Edinburgh.-LPresb., and Syn. Reg.,
Morren's Ann. i., Kay's Portr. i.]
1743. HUGH BLAIR, A.M., trans. from Collessie, called 13th Jan. and 10th Feb., and adm.
14th July ; trans, to Edinburgh (Lady Yester's) 28th Aug. 1754.—[Presb. Reg., Kay's
Portr. i., Bonar's Canongate.]
1755. JoHN WARDEN, A.M., trans. from Perth, pres. by the Heritors and Kirk Session Jan.
(another was given by his Majesty to Mr Hugh Bannatyne, min. of Dirleton, both pres. were
withdrawn, however, and a moderation at large allowed), when he was, called 21st Aug., and
adm. 6th Nov. 1755. Died 29th Dec. 1764, in 33rd min. He marr. 13th Feb. 1750, and
had a son, who became his successor.—Publications—An Inquiry into the nature, ob-
ligation, and advantages of Religious Fellowship, 1746, 12mo. The happiness of Britain
illustrated, a Sermon, Edin., 1749, 8vo. A System of Revealed Religion, composed in the
express words of Scripture, Lond, 1769, 4to.—[Presb., and Syn. Reg.]
1765. JoHN WARDEN, A.M., son of the preceding, studied and took his degree at the Univ.
of St. Andrews in 1761, licen, by the Presb. 27th Oct. 1762, elected and pres, by the Heritors
and Kirk Session 17th Jan., and ord. 18th April 1765. Assumed the name of McFARLAN
in room of his own. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh 2nd March 1778; was
appointed Secretary to the Society for Propagating Christian Knowledge in 1784; and
Almoner to his Majesty 12th July 1785. Died 24th Dec. 1788, in 49th age, and 24th min.,
having been a useful and valuable member of society. He marr., 16th Feb. 1766, Helen,
daugh. of James Macdowal, Esq. of Canonmills, who died 10th May 1819, and had John,
of Kirkton, advocate, Patrick, min. of Greenock, Elizabeth, who died in 1794, and who
M*Farlan.—Publications—On the perpetuity of the Gospel dispensation, a Ser-
M - -
Eſlā, I’I’.
90 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
mon, Edin., 1778, 8vo. A defence of the Clergy of the Church of Scotland who have appeared
in opposition to an unlimited Repeal of the Penal Laws against Roman Catholics, Edin., 1779,
8vo. Inquiries concerning the poor, Edin, 1782, 8vo. A Summary Account of the Rise and
Progress of the Society in Scotland for Pro. Christian Knowledge, Edin., 1783, 8vo. Tracts
on subjects of National Importance, Lond., 1786, 8vo —and revised his father's System of
Revealed Religion.— Presb., and Sym. Reg., St. And, Univ. Cal., Edin. Grad, Moncreiff’s Life
of Erskine, Bonar's Canongate, &c.]
1789. WALTER BUCHANAN, A.M., trans. fr. Stirling, elected and pres. by the Magis-
trates, Kirk Session, Deacons of Crafts, and Heritors, 19th Feb., and adm. 18th June. Had
D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh 9th Dec. 1805, and died 6th Dec. 1832, in 77th
age, and 53rd min. He was a friend of Charles Simeon of Cambridge, who thought “it one
of his greatest blessings to have known him.” He marr., 22nd Feb. 1785, Margaret Stobie,
who died 27th July 1847.-Publications—The Beneficial Influence of the Gospel, a Sermon,
Edin., 1804, 8vo. Account of the Life of the Rev. John Witherspoon, D.D., LL.D. [Wither-
spoon's Works i.],-and also edited the Religious Monitor till its close in 1819.- Presb.
Reg., Edin. Grad, Haldane's Mem., Bonar's Canongate, &c.]
1833. JoHN CLARK, A.M., promoted from New St. Chapel, presented by the Heritors, &c.,
and adm. 12th Sept. ; trans, to Edinburgh, (Old Ch.) 2nd May, and adm. 6th June 1844.
He died unmarried 1st Sept. 1859, in 70th age, and 37th min.—[Presb. Reg, Tombst., &c.]
LEITH WYND CHAPEL,
received as a Chapel of Ease 12th, and opened 18th Nov. 1792, constituted a parish, quoad sacra, by
the Act of Gen. Assembly 31st May 1834. This Chapel was closed by the Secession in 1843.
1792. Jose.P.H ROBERTSON, licen, by the Presb. 29th Oct. 1788, became assistant to the Rev.
Thomas Maxwell, min. of Stewarton, 23rd March 1790, nominated by the Managers 12th
Nov., and ord. 13th Dec. 1792; demitted 21st April, and deposed 2nd May 1818, having
been convicted by the High Court of Justiciary of celebrating unlawful marriages, and utter-
ing fabricated certificates of proclamations, and banished for life 18th April preceding. He
marr., and had two sons, Hamilton, and another.—Publications—Letters and Dialogues on
the Lord's Supper, Edin., 1794, 12mo. Outlines of a Course of Theological Lectures
[1799], 8vo. The Traveller's Guide through Scotland, Edin, 1799, 12mo. The Traveller's
Guide through Ireland, 12mo. Theological Lectures, Edin., 1806, 8vo. Sacred Biography.
Sacred Contemplations. The Ecclesiastical Biography of Scotland, Edin., 1810, 8vo. A
Sermon on the Doctrine of the Trinity, and the Dignity of the Redeemed, Edin., 1814, 8vo.
—and Translated Lampe's Theological Dissertations concerning the Endless Duration of
Punishment, Edin., 1796, 12mo, Presb. Reg., Scots Mag. lxxxi.] -
1818. SAMUEL GEORGE KENNEDY, son of the Rev. Thomas K., min. of St. Madoes, licen, by
the Presb. of Perth 30th July 1817, nominated by the Managers June, and ord, 10th Dec.
1818. Resigned 26th April 1820, having been presented to Perth (West Ch.)—[Presb. Reg.]
NEW STREET CHAPEL. 9] .
1820. JoHN THOMSON, licen, by the Presb. of Glasgow, 24th April 1816, nominated by the
Managers, June, and ord, 16th Nov. 1820; demitted 28th Jan. 1824, having been pres, to
Dysart (2d charge.)—[Presb. Reg.] .
1824. WILLIAM SIMPson, A.M., a native of Dundee, licen. by the Presb. of Cupar 8th Dec. .
1807, ord, assistant at Arbroath, 11th Dec. 1813, was afterwards assistant to the Rev. Dr.
M’Culloch, min. of Dairsie, called 15th April, and adm. 21st Oct. 1824. Joining in the
Free Secession, and signing the Demission, he was declared no longer a min. of this church,
5th July 1843; and died unmarried, 4th Jan. 1858, in 70th age and 45th min.—Publication
Rembrance Remembered, Edin. 1839, 18mo:-[Presb., and Syn. Reg.]
NEW STREET CHAPEL,
received as a Chapel of Ease 4th, and opened 16th March, 1794; constituted a parish quoad sacra, by
the Act of Gen. Assembly, 31st May 1834.
1795. DAVID DICKSON, promoted from Bothkennar, called July, and adm. 22d Oct. ;
demitted 27th Feb. 1799, having been called to Edinburgh, (Trinity College).--Presb., and
Syn. Reg.]
1799. DAVID SAVILE, A.M., prom. from Dunfermline Chapel, called June, and adm. 10th
Oct. ; died 12th June, 1810, in 36th age and 12th min. He marr. Anne Petrie, who died
23d June 1834, and had a son David who died in 1816, and two daugh. Mary, the
youngest, marr. Mr. John Anderson merchant, Mexico, and died at Edinburgh in 1844.—Publi-
cations—Salvation only to be obtained through Christ, a Sermon, Edin. 1803, 8vo. The
Progress of Man, an Essay, Edin. 1804, 8vo. A Letter to the members of the Society for
propagating Christian Knowledge, respecting the Election of a Secretary, Edin. 1805, 8vo.
Dissertations on the Existence, Attributes, Providence, and Moral Government of God, Edin.
1807, 8vo. Discourses on the Peculiar Doctrines of Revelation, Edin. 1810, 8vo. Sermons
Edin. 1814, 8vo.—[Presb. Reg. Tombst, &c.]
1811. RoBERT KAY, prom. from Kinclaven, elected and called July, and adm. 18th Oct.
He accepted a presentation to Perth (West Ch.), and demitted 9th Nov. 1813–Presb. Reg.]
1814. WILLIAM DUN, elected May, and ord. 18th Aug. ; died 7th June 1822, in 8th min.
He marr. 20th Feb. 1816, Eliza daugh. of Alexander Campbell Esq., Collector of Excise, she
died 3d March, 1824.—[Presb. Reg., &c.] . -
1823. JoHN CLARK, A.M., a native of Glasgow, licen. by the Presb. thereof, 5th May 1819,
elected 31st Jan. and ord, 25th April 1823; promoted to Canongate (2d charge), in 1833.
[Presb. Reg.] -
1834. WILLIAM NISBET, licen, by the Presb. of Glasgow, 25th April 1832, became preacher
at Clarkston Chapel, elected Aug. and ord, 25th Sept. 1834. Joining in the Free Secession,
and signing the Demission, he was declared no longer a min. of this Church, 5th July 1843.
He marr. Catherine Arthur, who died 6th Jan. 1859.-Publications—The Voluntary Sup-
port of the Christian Ministry, the Only Method Acceptable to God, and Beneficial to the
Church, Edin, 1835, 12mo, [Presb., and Syn. Reg.]
92 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
EDINBURGH CASTLE.
was formerly aparish belonging to the Abbey of Holyrood House, but since the Reformation joined to that
of Holyrood House, or Canongate. After the appointment of a minister, however, he was fully recog-
nised and admitted as in other parishes, and had a seat in the Presb., (though excluded from the benefit
of the Widows’ Fund, at its establishment, 25th March 1744,) till the translation of the Incumbent in
1754, from which time it has been recognised only as a Chapel belonging to the garrison.
1661. JoHN BROWN, was recommended to Parliament by the Privy Council, 9th April of
that year—[Acts Parl. vii.] wi
1668. ALEXANDER SMITH, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edin-
burgh, 27th July 1663, licen, by George Bishop of Edinburgh, 22d June 1666, ord, and coll.
22d Oct. 1668; promoted to Crailing in 1672–Edin. Grad, Reg. Collat.]
1673. GILBERT SIMSON, A.M. studied, and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh
in 1668, ord, and Coll. 4th Feb. 1673; prom, to Kingsbarns in 1678.-[Edin. Grad., Reg.
Collat, Kingsbarn's Sess. Reg.]
1680. JoHN BARCLAY, A.M., brother of Mr Dav. B., min. of Kilmalcolm, and nephew to the
Laird of Powrie Fotheringhame, studied at St. Salvator's Coll., and took his degree at the Univ.
of St. Andrew's, 25th July 1671, passed Trials before the Presb. thereof, and was recom-
mended for licence, 9th June 1675 prom. to Cockburnspath in 1682.-[Act. Rect. Univ. St.
And, Min. Book Reg. Privy Seal, Test Reg. (Glasg)]
1682. CHARLES FORRESTER, A.M., a native of Aberdeen, studied and took his degree at the
Univ. and King's Coll. thereof in 1682. He fled the country on the delivery of the castle in
1689. He marr. 20th Nov. 1682, Barbara Alison.—[Fasti Aberd, Haddington Presb. (Syn.),
and Edin. Reg. (Marr), M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.]
1692. WALTER SMYTH, A.M., studied at the Univ. of Glasgow, where he graduated 27th
July 1676, licen. by George, Bishop of Aberdeen, 1st Nov. 1684, took orders as Deacon, became
chaplain to Sir John Dalrymple of Stair, and governor to his children, preached for a
time, but on applying was received into Communion, entered in 1692 and removed in 1709.
Having marr. 6th Sept. 1699, Christian, daugh. of Peter Paterson, portioner of Restalrig, he
took up his residence there, and died 3d April 1738, aged 82.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., M.S.
Acc. of Min. 1689, Presb., Linlithgow Presb., Edin. (Marr), and Calton Reg. (Bur), Acts Parl. xi.]
1710. JoHN FLEMING, a native of Bathgate, licen, by the Presb. of Kirkcaldy, 24th Jan. 1706
ord. (in the Castle kirk) 19th Jan. 1710; refused to take the oath of abjuration in 1712;
and was promoted to Perth (2d charge), 12th Nov. same year.—[Presb. Reg.]
1716. ALEXANDER KER, commissioned by George I., ordained (in the Castle) 7th
Aug. 1716; died 24th Jan. 1737, in 21st min. William K., a cousin in Glasgow became
his executor—[Presb., and Test. Reg.]
1738. JAMES GLASGow, A.M., studied at the Univ. of Glasgow, where he was laureated 10th
March 1718, commiss. by George II. 7th July 1737, ord. 14th Feb. 1738; died 9th Feb.
1746, aged about 48, in 8th min-ſ/Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb., and Reg. (Bur), Trustees
Rep. 1745.]
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1746. WILLIAM SMITH, licen. by the Presb. of Haddington, 12th Jan. 1727, ord. (in the
Castle, Mr Hugh Blair, afterwards of the High Ch., presiding, (who preached from Ephesians
v. 11-13) 4th Sept. 1746; died 6th Feb. 1751, in 5th min.—[Presb., Test, and Edin. Reg.]
(Bur)] -
1751. JoHN JOHNSTON, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
27th April 1742, licen. by the Presb. 31st Dec. 1746, appointed March, and ord, 10th May
1751 ; prom. to Biggar 15th Aug. 1754, having exchanged situations with a presentee who
was unacceptable to that parish.--|Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg., Carlyle's Autob, Morren's Ann.]
NORTH LEITH,
formerly the Chapel of St. Ninian, belonging to the Abbey of Holyroodhouse, disjoined from that parish
by the Presb., with consent of the two ministers, 4th Sept. 1599, ratified by the Gen. Assembly 15th
Nov. 1602, and erected by Parliament 9th July 1606, church named after St. Nicolas. Newhaven was
disjoined from St. Cuthberts and annexed to North Leith in 1631.
1599. JAMES MUREHEID, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
28th July 1598, authorized to preach in the N.W. quarter of that city 21st Dec. 1598.
Elected by the Parishioners 4th, and adm. 19th Sept. 1599. One of those deputed by the
Synod April 1603, to wait on his Majesty near Haddington, while on his way to England at
the union of the crowns, regarding grievances affecting the interests of religion. He was also
one of those who signed the Protest against the introduction of Episcopacy, 1st July 1606.
Died “in his upper chalmer, at Sevin houris in the morning,” 29th Oct. 1612, aged about 37,
in 14th min, “and was buried in St. Nicolas Chapel on Friday thairafter, at x houris before
none at the West Gavel.” His Librarie was estimat at xx ii. The utencils and abulzements
at j merks, and Frie Geir, dettis deducit iij"vj Ivjii vjswijd. His thrie sisters, Agnes spouse
of Mr Michael Cranston, min. of Cramond ; Margaret, sp. of Andrew Cautoune, in Craig-
marvie, and Grissel, sp. to John Salmond in Auchingray, were his executors.-LReg. Lawr. Univ.
Edin., Edin. Grad, Presb., Syn., Sess, and Test. Reg., Reg. Assig., Row, Calderwood, and
Stevenson's Hist, Select Biog. i.]
1613. DAVID FORRESTER, A.M., trans. fr. Denny, adm. 16th Dec.; suspended by the court
of High Commission 2d July 1619, and confined to Aberdeen, again called 25th Nov. following
for ministering the communion different from the prescribed order, when he was left in the
hands of the Bishop of Aberdeen, who got him adm. to Rathven in April thereafter—[Sess., &
Stirling Presb. Reg., Row, & Calderwood’s Hist, Reg. Assig.]
1620. HENRY CHARTERIs, A.M., prom. from the Principality of the Univ. of Edin, called
and adm. (by the Archbishop, at St. Andrews) between 14 and 21 April 1620; prom.
to the Professorship of Divinity in the Univ. of Edinburgh, 1627, after 6th May.—[Sess. Reg.,
Craufurd’s Univ., Edin. Reg. (Bapt.)] -
1627. DAVID FORRESTER, A.M., above mentioned, trans. fr. Rathven, through the influence
of Sir William Alexander, of Menstrie, cousin of his wife, presented by the Elders, Deacons,
and Inhabitants, 5th Aug., and re-adm. 20th Sept. 1627 ; died June 1633, aged about 45,
94 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
in 24th min. He was “an honest pious minister,” of whom Bishop Pat. Forbes said, “though
he stand on his own counscience, yet he is als modest, and subject to reason, as the youngest
scholler in Scotland.” His Librarie, by the airship, was estimat at xl merks, utencils &c., ii”
xxx merks, Inventar and detts, iiij” iiij li. There was awned to him “be Maria, daugh. to
Sir James Forrester of Torwodheid ij i principals with xx ii annual rent, and xx fi expenses.”
He marr. 30th Jan. 1614, Margeret Paterson of Stirling, and had Mr Duncan, one of the
Regents in the Univ. of Edin, who was served heir 13th Nov. 1633, John and George ;
2dly, Margaret, daugh, of Robert Hamiltoun, brother to the laird of Preston.-Sess., Stirling,
Prestonpans Sess., Presb., & Test. Reg., Row, dº Calderwood's Hist, vii., Acts Parl. v., vii., Reg.
Pres., Sec. Sigill civ., & Old Dec. i., Craufurd’s Univ., Ing. Ret. Stirling 125, 138, 146, et
Gen. 1998, Sed. Book of Teinds.] - . - -
1636. ANDREW FAIRFULL, A.M., trans. fr. Leslie, pres, by Charles I., 25th Sept. 1641.
Had the honour of preaching before his Majesty, 5th Sept. 1641, was a member of the Com-
missions of Assembly 1645, 1647, and was trans, to Dunse in 1652–LSess., & Sym. Reg., Reg.
Pres., & Sec. Sigill, Balfour's Hist. Works iii., Acts Parl. v., vii., Guthrie's Mem., Baillie's Lett.]
1653. JoHN KNOX, A.M., youngest son of Mr. John K., min. of Bowden, studied and
took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 15th July, 1641. When a probationer he joined
the army in favour of Charles II, and became chaplain to Sir John Brown's Regt. of Horse,
was present at the battle of Inverkeithing, (19th July 1651), when the royalists were
defeated, was afterwards chaplain in the family of Archibald, Earl of Angus, in the castle of
Tantallan, James, the eldest son being only a child, when it was beseiged by Colonel
Lambert, and a party of the English. At the time it was invested he was entrusted with
the care of the ladies, under protection of a Lieutenant and party, sent by the Governor to
a boat at North Berwick, where being constrained to wait the tide, the boat having got
aground, a number of the enemy came upon them, and seeing a greater force opposed to them
the Lieut. with part of the guard took flight in boats belonging to fishermen, leaving Mr.
John with a sergeant and only two or three sentinels at the gate. He then took command
of the small number left, and agreed to surrender himself and those under his charge, pro-
vided he were allowed to convey the ladies to the boat, that they might cross to Fife, and
receive protection from the royal army. By concealing their rank, and the interest which
they had in the garrison, he got the young nobleman, afterwards Duke of Douglas, the
Countess and Lady Alexander, with all their gold and valuable ornaments into the boat. The
parley having been duly observed, Mr. John requested the officer of the opposite party to
join him in a pint of wine before setting out. Arriving at the gate of the town on his
return, the servant while filling out the wine, sounded in his ear that a horse for the Lieut.
had arrived, and was standing at the other side of the yard, on which he leaped the wall,
mounted the horse, and rode straight through the Links to Tantallan, so that before the
pursuing party could reach him, they had to ride through the town and turn up. He kept
his advantage, therefore, and arrived Safe under protection. Accounting to the governor for
the safety of those committed to his charge, and their getting out to sea, the signal was made
and a round fired which grieved the enemy, on receiving the information, not a little. He
rendered another service not long after, when the garrison were holding out, an English
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merchant vessel came between Tantallan and the Bass, which he and a party reconnoitered in
disguise, in the small boat belonging to the Castle, and finding she was laden with Supplies for
the English army, they seized and sent her to Fife. He remained at Tantallan till the
garrison surrendered, was made a prisoner and carried to Edinburgh, where he was honoured
31st August 1652, by a letter from his Majesty's own hand. Ord. in 1653. After this he
was deprived of the use of the church by the English soldiery, and preached in the citadel,
being removed from it also, however, he conducted the public worship with his parishioners at
Newhaven. Notwithstanding all his great services, and other annoyance, he was deprived,
with many other brethren, by the Act of Parliament, 11th June, and of Privy Council Ist
Oct. 1662. Although advised to visit the Court, where he might have received promotion,
yet he preferred remaining at home, and sharing in the sufferings of those maintaining
Presbyterian Church government.—[Wodrow’s MSS. xxxiii., and Hist. i. iv., Acts Parl.
vii., Crichton's Life of Blackadder.] -
1663. JAMES REID, A.M., trans. from Kirkwall 2d charge, pres, by collated 15th
July, and Instituted 1663 ; died in 1671, aged about 39, in 12th min. He married,
30th March 1664, Margaret daugh, of Magnus Prince, a parishioner of Kirkwall, merchand
burgess of Edinburgh, she survived him. Barbara Reid, a relation, received from the Kirk
Session of S. Leith, 4th Sept. 1691, viii. sh–LReg. Collat., S. Leith, and Shapinshay Sess.
Reg., Reg. Old Dec. ii., Acts Parl. vii., Morison's Dec. xviii.]
1672. THOMAS WILKIE, A.M., trans. fr. Galashiels, pres, by the Elders, Deacons and
Inhabitants, 8th Dec. 1671, eoll. (by James Archbishop of St. Andrews), and Inst. 4th Jan.
after ; trans, to Edinburgh, (Tolbooth Ch.) in 1687–LEdin. Counc. xxxii. and Presb. Reg.
1682. JAMES HUTCHESON, A.M., trans. from Inch, in Galloway; trans, to Edinburgh,
(Greyfriars), in 1687–LEdin. Counc. xxxii, and Sess. Reg.]
1687. JAMEs LUNDIE, A.M., formerly of Dalkeith, pres, unanimously by the inhabitants, 5th
Sept. ; died 31st March 1696, aged 56, in 33d, min. He marr. 2d March 1671, Catherine
Chrystie, and had Archibald, min. of Salton, who was served heir, 26th Jan. 1700 ; James,
Margaret, Jean, John, Andrew, Jonet, and Margaret ; 2dly Agnes Wilkie, and had a son,
James.—[Monteith's Mort., Edin. Reg. (Bapt.), Ing. Ret. Gen. 8199.]
1687. JoHN KNOx, A.M., above noticed, indulged at West-Calder, returned, (after tolera-
tion had been granted), July 1687, and died March 1688, in 35th min. He marr. 23d June
1659, Jean Dalgleish in the par. of Cramond, who died 26th Oct. 1673, aged 32, and had
more than one son, and a daugh. Jean, who marr. Mr John Tullideph, min. of Dunbarny.—
Sess., and Edin. Reg. (Bapt., and Bur), Wood's Hist, of Cramond.]
1697. ANDREW BowTE, trans. fr. Ceres, adm, 31st March ; died 25th Aug. 1707, in 28th
min. He marr. Jan. 1692, Agnes, daugh. of Mr. William Row, min. of Ceres.—Presb.,
Balmerino Sess, and Test. Reg.]
1708. JoHN WILSON, trans. fr. Kirkcaldy, called 13th July, and adm. 9th Sept.; died
31st Aug. 1724, at twelve P.M., in 26th min. Such a good correspondence and affection
had been established between him and his parishioners, that nothing could shake or disturb
it. He marr. Nov. 1699, Isabel, daugh. of the late Mr. Andrew Nisbet, a min. in Ireland.—
Sess., Presb., Syn. Kirkcaldy Sess, Test, and Edin. Reg. (Marr.)]
96 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
1725. GEORGE LINDSAY, chaplain to Lord Charles Kerr, licen. by the Presb. 3d June 1724,
called unanimously 19th Jan., and ord, 22d April 1725; died 24th Sept. 1764, in 40th,
min.-[Presb., and Syn. Reg.]
1765. DAVID JoHNSTON, trans, fr. Langton, pres, by the Kirk Session and Inhabitants in
1764, adm. 11th July, 1765. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh, 6th March
1781, and was appointed one of His Majesty's Chaplains, in Ordinary, Oct. 1793, on the
recommendation of the Rev. Andrew Hunter, D.D. (who refused it himself). The new church,
removed from its former situation, was built in 1814. He died 5th July 1824, in his 91st
year and 67th min. He was a person of distinguished benevolence, and the original Secre-
tary and great supporter of the Asylum for the Industrious Blind at Edinburgh, by whose
inmates as well as by his parishioners, he was highly esteemed and beloved. He marr. 5th
July 1759, Elizabeth, daugh. of Mr. John Tod, shipbuilder, she died 8th Aug. 1796, aged
61, and had John an only son, who died a Lieutenant in the H. E. I. C. S. at Bombay 1786,
in 25th age, wife of Mr. William Penny, and Jeanie, wife of Mr. Robert M'Brair,
both merchants in Glasgow.—Publications—Five Single Sermons, Edin. 1778-1796, 8vo,
Sermons, 2 vols., Edin. 1805-1808; the profits were devoted to the Blind and Magdalene
Asylums, and realised several hundred pounds,-LPresb., and Syn. Reg., Scots Mag. xciv., Kay's
Port., Edin. Grad., Morison's Dec. vii.]
1799. WALTER Foggo IRELAND, after studying at the High School and Univ. of Edinburgh,
was licen. by the Presb. 25th April 1798, elected (Assist. and Suc.) by the Heritors and Kirk
Session, and Inhabitants 9th Jan. and ord. 14th Feb. 1799. Had D.D. conferred by the
Univ. and Maris. College of Aberdeen, 11th May 1810; died 18th Feb. 1828, aged 53, in
30th min. He marr. 20th July 1795, Jean Alves, who died 11th May 1805, and had Janet,
spouse of Patrick Gillespie Esq., M.D., Leith ; 2dly, 1st Jan. 1806, Margaret, daugh, of Mr.
Charles Spalding, confectioner, Edinburgh, she died 23d June 1823; 3rdly, 1st July 1824,
Catherine, second daugh. of Dr. Henderson, physician, Dundee, she died 22d Jan. 1853.
He left seven sons and eight daughters.-Publication—Sermons, Edin. 1829, 8vo.-[Presb.,
and Sym. Reg., Kay's Portr. i., &c.]
1828. JAMEs BUCHANAN, prom. fr. Roslin Chapel of Ease, pres. by the Heritors, Elders,
and Inhabitants, and admitted 25th Sept. ; trans. to Edinburgh, (High Ch.) 6th and
adm. 20th Aug. 1840. Joining in the Free Secession and signing the Demission, he was
declared no longer a min. of this Church, 5th July 1843. Had D.D. conferred in 1844, and
LL.D. by the Univ. of Glasgow 28th April 1852, was adm. to Free St. Stephen's Edin., 17th
April 1845, and trans. to the Professorship of Divinity in the New or Free College same
year. He marr. 10th March 1829, Elizabeth, daugh. of Mr. John Cochrane, merchant,
Glasgow, she died 6th May 1832; 2dly, 12th Dec. 1836, Mary, daugh. of John Morrison
Esq. of Hetland.—Publications—Two Sermons, Edin. 1835, fep. 8vo. Comfort in Affliction,
Edin. 1837, 8vo. Improvement of Affliction, Edin. 1840, fep. 8vo. The Work and Office
of the Holy Spirit, Edin. 1842, fop. 8vo. Faith in God and Modern Atheism compared, 2
vols, Edin. 1855, 8vo. The Essays and Reviews Examined, Edin, 1861, fep. 8vo. Analogy
Considered as a Guide to Truth, and Applied as an Aid to Faith, Edin, 1864. Prefatory
Discourse to Lectures on Civil Establishments of Religion, Edin. 1835, fep. 8vo, besides other
Works,—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
NEWHAVEN.—SOUTH LEITH. 97.
NEW HAVEN.
opened 30th Oct. 1836, and constituted a quoad sacra parish; erected as such by the Court of Tiends,
20th July, 1859. .
1838. JAMES FAIRBAIRN, son of a farmer at Catcune, in Borthwick parish, licensed by the
Presb. of Dalkeith, 29th April 1834, became tutor in the family of Dundas of Arniston,
nominated by the Trustees — ord, 25th Jan. 1838. By adhering to the Protest,
joining the Free Secession, and signing the Demission, he was declared no longer a min. of
this Church, 24th May, 1843.-LPresb. Reg., Acts of Ass., 1843.]
MARINER'S CHURCH,
constituted by the Gen. Assembly, 27th May, 1839. Discontinued sometime after the Free Secession.
SOUTH LEITH,
formerly Restalrig, a Collegiate Church founded by James III., declared to be the parish kirk by act of
Parliament, 24th June 1609. After the Toleration was granted by James VII., 28th June 1687, a meet-
ing house was taken in Sherriff-brae, 7th July following, for xvi li. in the half year, and Mr. William
Wishart, formerly min. of Kinniel, and indweller in Leith, began to preach the following Lord's day, (10th)
and agreed to continue until a minister be called and settled.
1560. DAVID LINDSAY, son of Robert L. of Kirkton, a younger son of the family of Edzell,
having travelled in France and Switzerland, he imbibed the principles of the Reformation, and
was one of twelve originally nominated by the Lords, &c., for the chief places of the kingdom,
and appointed to Leith 19th July 1560; was present at the first Gen. Assembly 20th Dec. fol-
lowing. Out of the seventy-three succeeding Assemblies, his name occurs in fifty ; while in
those of Feb. 1568, Oct. 1577, Oct. 1582, 1586, 1593, and 1596 he presided as Moderator.
At a time when the Protestant Church was emerging from Popish superstition, she was for-
tunate in possessing ministers distinguished for wisdom, activity, prudence, and piety, as well as
determined resolution, daring intrepidity, and incorruptible integrity. To the former of these
classes Mr L. may be said to have belonged. In June 1562 he was one of those appointed by
the Assembly “to preach in the unplanted kirks of the Merce.” He was commissioner for
Carrick, Kyle, and Cunninghame 1570-1571. He signed the articles penned by the Synod,
and presented by the Superintendent of Lothian 6th Oct. 1572, was appointed to concur with
the Superintendent (Spottiswood) in the oversight of Lothian Aug. 1574; to visit Moray Aug.
1575 ; commissioner of Galloway previous to July 1580, when, with another, he was again
nominated for Lothian, which was changed in 1581 for West Lothian and Stirlingsh. In
April 1583 he was engaged with his Majesty's ambassador, and had his charge supplied by the
Assembly. In Oct. following, he was one of those named for visiting the bounds from the
river Dee north to Tyne (Spey). In 1586 for Lothian again. In 1587, with two others, for
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Galloway, Nithsdale, Ayr, Lennox, and Bute. In 1593, with two others, for Fife ; same
year for the King's College, Aberdeen. In 1595 for Lothian and Tweedale. In 1596, with
others, for Angus. In 1601, with another for Clydesdale. In 1602 for (his diocese) Ross.
In almost every communication with the sovereign, or those delegated with the supreme autho-
rity from Oct. 1565 to Nov. 1596, he was appointed by the Assembly as one of their com-
missioners, in each of which, often requiring dexterity of management, wisdom, and fortitude,
he discharged his duty to the approbation of his constituents. Nor did he approve himself to
them only,–but also to his Majesty. Yet although “the minister whom the court liked best,”
when commissioned, May 1584, by “the ministrie in and about Edinburgh to wait upon his
Majesty, and express their desire that the Parliament might not do any thing prejudicial to
the liberties of the kirk before the Assemblie were heard for their interest,” when entering the
palace gate, he was forcibly seized and carried prisoner to Blackness, without cause, and confined
eleven months. Notwithstanding this interruption, however, his Majesty had a high opinion
of his good qualities, and selected him as his only chaplain on his visit to Denmark Oct. 1589,
and as such he had the honour of celebrating the marriage of his Sovereign with the Princess
Anna 28th Nov. following. He witnessed the baptism of Prince Henry 19th Feb. 1594, and
administered that ordinance to Princess Margaret 16th April 1599, and to Prince Charles,
afterwards king, 19th Nov. 1600. In literary labours he was one of those appointed by the
Assembly, Dec. 1566, for revising a treatise in answer to Bullinger, “tuiching the Apparell
of preachers in England ;” and in April 1578 for drawing up a supplication to the Council
regarding the Observation of the Sabbath, &c. When a proposal was made, Oct. 1577, of
sending deputies to a general council at Magdeburg, for establishing the Augustane Confession,
he was selected by the Assembly as one of whom the Regent, Morton, might make a choice.
An act of Parliament, 29th July 1587, bestowed on him all property belonging, “in ony pairt
within this realme,” to the Carmelite Friars at Inverbervie. And, “considering he disbursit
above two thousand merks in accompanying his Majesty to Denmark, and completing the mar-
riage with the Queen,” he received, 13th June 1597, a gift from his Sovereign of “certain
fruits of the Bishoprick of Ross at the king's pleasure.” He was promoted to the Bishoprick
of Ross in 1600, and took his seat in Parliament before Episcopacy was fully restored, and be-
came a Privy Councillor, still retaining his parochial charge, though living [1606] in the
neighbourhood of Dundee ; and died, the father of the church, 14th Aug. 1613, in his 83rd
year, and 54th min. During his lengthened incumbency, there was a constant succession of
change. Contending factions claiming and succeeding to the highest authority in the state.
The discipline and government of the Protestant Church had to be defended and put in a
regular train ; the spirit of toleration was totally unknown, liberty of the person was fre-
quently abused, and very different opinions were entertained of the line which separated Civil
and Ecclesiastical power. By his prudent and judicious conduct, however, he steered through
them all, respected and generally esteemed, acquiring for himself, in the language of two of his
brethren in Edinburgh, who knew him best, the character of “a wise and learned man.” He
had of silver wark, by the airshipe 1 oz., at iijli, sum jºlli utencils, &c., jº' merks. Inventar
and debts xlv.” Ivij li, xiijs. iiijd. He marr, a daugh. of Ramsay of Clattie, and had Mr.
Jerome, who had a gift of the Chapellanrie callit Womine Jesu, foundit at the altar of All Sauls,
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sumtym situat in the Cathedral Kirk of Brechin, 12th April 1569, and 30th Nov. after,
another of the Prebendary of Lincluden, both being “for his sustentation at the scolis for the
next seven years;” he was afterwards knighted as Sir Jerome Lindsay of Annatland,
was one of the Commissioners of Edinburgh, and Lord Lyon from 1621 to 1639 ;
Mr. David, parson of St. Tullois in Southwarke (30th Aug. 1608); and Rachel,
who marr. Mr. John Spottiswood, min. of Calder (subsequently Archbishop); and per-
haps others.-Publication—[Five] Letters to James VI. [Orig. Lett. i.]—[Reg. Min., Pres.,
and Assig., Know's Works ii., Douglas Peer. i., Lindsay’s, and Scott's Lives, Presb., Syn., Sess.,
and Test. Reg., Zurich Lett. ii., Melvill's Autob., Faccheq. Buik, Acts Parl. iii., iv., M'Crie's Mel-
wille i., Booke of the Kirk, Calderwood, Spotswood, and Row's Hist., Orig. Lett, Wodrow’s
Miscell, Guthrie's Mem., Wew St. Acc. ii., Pitcairn's Cr. Trials ii.
1613. DAVID LINDSAY, A.M., trans. fr. 2nd charge, admitted. An helper was required in
respect of his weakness 8th Feb. 1616. He died Jan. 1627, aged about 61. His Librarie
was estimat at iij merks; utencils, &c., j li; Inventar and debts vijº fi. He married Mar-
garet Hepburne, who died in 1635, and had a gift with him from his Majesty, 2nd Aug.
1602, of an yearly pension of ij” xx. ii, and four bollis aits. By her he had two daugh.
Elspeth and Barbara.-Publications—The Heavenly Chariot laid open, St. Andrews, 1622,
4to. The Godly Man's Journey to Heaven, containing ten several treatises (the former being
the first portion of this volume), Lond, 1625, 12mo, HSess., and Test. Reg., Reg. Assig.]
1627. JoHN CRANSTOUN, A.M., trans. fr. Liberton, admitted ; died in 1629, aged about 38.
He marr. Agnes Rig, and had Robert, John (who was served heir 12th Sept. 1644), James
(died in 1674), and Agnes (alive in 1674).-[Sess., Liberton Sess., Dalkeith Presb, and Test.
Reg., Ing. Ret, Edin. 931.]
1630. WILLIAM WISHART, A.M., trans. fr. Fettercairn, pres, by , collatted and
admitted 6th May ; was a member of the Court of High Commission 21st Oct. 1634 5
and adm. burges and guild-brother of Edinburgh 27th July 1636; was a malicious railer
against the Covenanters, and deposed 9th June 1639, “for erroneous doctrine,” &c.; and being
banished the country for affection to his Majesty's interest, he died in Cornwall some years after.
He marr. Elizabeth, daugh, of Alexander Keith of Phaisdo (served heiress to her father 25th April
1634), she had the vacant stipend of Turreff allowed by Parliament 8th July 1662, and by
her he had a son, John, who was killed at the battle of Edgehill 23rd Oct. 1642, while
serving his Majesty in opposition to the Parliament.—Publications—An Exposition of the
Lord's Prayer, Lond, 1633, 18mo. Immanuel, a Poem, Lond. 1642, 4to. Aaron's Ob-
sequies [Forbes’ Funerals. Aberd. 1635, 4tol-[Sess, and Edin. Guild Reg., Stevenson's
i., and Row's Hist, Baillie's Lett. i., Acts Parl. vii., Maitland Miscell. ii., Wodrow’s MSS.
lxxii., Scot's Stagg. State, Ing. Ret. Kincardine 64, Forbes’ Funerals, Know's Works vi.]
1639. JAMES SHARP, A.M., trans, from Govan, presented by John, Lord Balmerinoch,
adm. 29th Aug. ; called to Glasgow in 1641 ; was a member of the Commission of Assembly
1643-44; and died in 1645, aged about 53. His Librarie was estimat at j merks; insicht,
house j fi. He marr., 15th July 1623, Agnes, daugh. of Mr. John Bell, elder, min. of Glasgow,
she died Nov. 1665, and had two sons, David, apothecary in Glasgow, John, and a daugh.-
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Sess, Test. (Glasg.), and Glasg. Reg. (Marr., and Bapt.), Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Wodrow’s MSS.
lxiii., Stevenson's Hist. iii.]
1647. JoHN WEIR, A.M., trans. fr. Carluke, pres, by John Lord Balmerinoch, March, and
adm. 12th May, was a member of the Commission of Assembly 1648, and of that for visiting
the Univ. of Edinburgh, 31st July 1649. From 7th July 1650 to 26th Dec. 1651, “no
Session was held in respect of the great troubles and warre betwixt Scotland and England.
The Scots army lying in leigour and about Leith, and, after the defeat at Dunbar, the minis-
ters and most part of all the honest people fled out of the town, for fear of the enemie.”
Immediately on his return, 23d Nov. 1651, Mr. W. did convene the scattered congregation of
Leith together, being the Lord’s day, and preached to them in the Caitchball at the foot of the
Canongate.” Trans, to Borthwick 14th April 1652–Sess., and Edin. Reg. (Marr.), Acts of
Ass., and Parl. vi.]
1653. JoHN HOG, A.M., trans, from Canongate, called by a Committee of Session, Heritors,
and neighbours 11th Jan., and adm. (at Restalrig, being the ordinary place of meeting at ser-
mons for the tyme), 28th July. He preached in the Tolbooth 22d June 1654, which was the
first day of preaching in Leith since 3d Sept. 1650. The inconvenience of the pastor and flock,
however, did not terminate here, as seen in the following extracts —“ 17th Aug. 1654, It
was condescendit unanimously by all the Session within the town of Leith (but not by the
landwart part of the paroch), that our pastor sould preach in Teith, in the new Hospital, upon
the next Lord's day, seeing liberty was granted by those who haith the power in their hands,
lest (if he did not preach and tak possession) he be not permitted afterward, providing he and
his people be suffered to come in betwixt sermons to the towne. 5th Oct. Preaching had
been in the Tower of the Abbey and in Restalrig. 13th Nov. Preaching again began in our
church. 1st May 1655. Major Pearson, Town-Major of this garrison cam to James Stevin-
sone, our Thesaurour (by order of Timothy Wilks, Governor-deput), and requyred the keyes
of our church-door, saying the depute wold not suffer ony Scots min. to preach there till farder
order. 30th May. Petitions to Deputy-Governor and to Commander-in-Chief, that they may
give us the use of the kirk again. 19th July. Petition to Deputy-Governor and remanent
officers, and commander within the garrison, when they are sitting at ane court-martial, con-
cerning the restoring of our kirk to us again. 2d Aug. To speak with the Deputy-Governor,
if his Honour would be pleased to cause the port be open upon the Lord's day betwixt eleven
hours in the forenoon untill two hours in the afternoon, for outgoing and incoming of the
people to sermon in the Links. 1st Nov. Condescendit that a petition be drawn up to the
Lord Protector, to supplicat his Hienes for our church. 26th June 1656. To intimate to the
Session of N. Leith that the Council of State in Scotland, efter sight of an reference (from his
Hienes the Lord Protecter), haith appoynted the South congregation of L. to have the use of
the North Kirk to preach in for a time, until the magazine be removed from the South parish,
and the North paroch into the citadel, until the South congregation be restored to their owne
kirk again. 10th July. We began to preach in the North Kirk, 30th June 1657. Our
South Kirk of L. was restored to us again.” By another account, “Having offended General
Monk by praying for King Charles, then on the Continent, the inhabitants were deprived of
their place of worship next day, and the church sacrilegiously converted into a stable ; but Mr
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Riddel of Kinglass, chief of the name, an inhabitant of the town, by some means or other
having made himself serviceable to the General, the latter, on setting out for England, inquired
if in any way he could benefit him or his family, his only request was that the church might
be restored to the parishioners, promising that Mr H. should not offend for the future. Sur-
prized by the modesty of the request, it was instantly granted by the General, and newly
roofed at his sole expense. To testify their gratitude the Kirk-session, 27th May 1658,
granted Mr R. and his heirs a large space in the area of the church, for a family seat in all
time coming.” Mr Hog was deprived by the Acts of Parliament and Privy Council in 1662.
He sailed for Holland, was adm. min. of the Scottish Church, Rotterdam, 31st Dec. 1662,
returned, and, with his family, took final leave of his native land 4th June following. Though
ministering in a foreign country, he was forfeited by the Court of Justiciary, 2d April 1683,
for holding intercourse with several intercommuned min. who had escaped to Holland, and had
the escheat of his goods gifted to another, 25th Feb. 1684. Feeling at length the infirmities
of age, he demitted his charge 1st July 1689, and died spring 1692, in his 79th year and 52d
min., leaving a son, William, and a daugh. A brother, James, having fallen into great neces-
sity, had ix. li. xviii. s. from the Kirk-session of Linton, 16th July 1671–Sess., and Linton
Sess. Reg., Douglas’ Bar, Lamont's Diary, Min. Book Reg. Priv. Seal, Steven's Scott. Ch.
Rotterd, Wodrow’s Hist. i.-iii.] -
1663. JoHN HAMILTON, A.M., trans. fr. Cramond, coll, 4th, and adm. 10th Sept. ; appointed
Sub-dean of the Chapel-Royal 31st May 1681, and trans. to Edinburgh (Tolbooth Ch.) same
year.—[Reg. Collat., Sess. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist. ii., Chambers’ Ann. ii., Min. Book Reg. Priv.
Seal v.] - - -
1682. JAMES WAUGHE, A.M., trans. fr. Kirknewton, adm. 25th May; deprived by the Com-
mittee of the Estates 2d May 1689, for contravening their Proclamation 13th April preceding.
He was the first of those removed from their livings at the Revolution, for disobedience to
the civil power. He had sasines March 1679, of seven merkland, two aikers, and three
particalls or portiones of the Overtowne of Kirknewtowne ; March 1681, of ane ten merk
land of the lands of Easter Kirknewtowne ; and Dec. following, of the former again, with the
teynds of Easter Newtowne, and ane parcell of the minister of Kirknewtowne ; also, 10th
April, a confirmation of the Overtowne of Kirkmewton. He died 2d April 1691, aged about
46, in 18th min. Robert W., in Quodguan, his immediate younger brother, was served heir
4th Aug. 1693.−[Sess, and Edin. Reg. (Bur), Acts Parl. ix., Min. Book Reg. Priv. Seal v.,
Part. Reg. Sas. Edin., Ing. Ret. Edin. 1511, Peterkin's Constitution of the Church.]
1658. WILLIAM WISHEART, son of Mr William W., min. of Kinniel, studied at the Univ.
of Edinburgh and Utrecht, after returning he took his degree from the former in 1680, was
imprisoned in 1684, on a charge of denying his Majesty's authority; but petitioning the
Privy Council after a long confinement in the iron-house, and a sentence of banishment, was
released in the following year, “upon giving bond with caution, under v" merks, to compear
when called.” Received a call 24th Nov. 1687, ord. (in the meeting-house) 12th Jan. 1688.
His call was approved by the parish 1st July thereafter, and confirmed by the Presb. 6th Jan.
1692, having before this been only min. of a gathered congregation. “The Presbytery, with
the magistrates of Edinburgh and Leith, came 10th Aug. and required the keys of the church-
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doors from the min. [Mr Kay] and neighbours, to which it was answered, that if they had
any warrand from the Privy Council for that effect, or any remit from them to the Presb.
authorizing them to proceed, they were ready to give obedience ; but none being produced, they
thought themselves not obliged, the matter being still depending before the Council, and pro-
tested against any violent intrusion to be made by them, and for cost, skaith, and damage, and
for remeid of law. Notwithstanding whereof the magistrates and ministers of the Presb. with
a confused company of people entered the church, by breaking open the windows, breaking the
locks off the doors, and putting on new ones, and so caused guard the church doors with hal-
berts, rang the bell, and possest Mr W. of the church, against all which irregular procedure
public protests were taken.” Having been entered to the charge in this manner, he “came to
the church next day, with a guard of halberts, and preached, and after Sermon took possession
of the Session-house, Mr Kay [2d charge] and his Session being refused entry, the bailies de-
claring Mr W.’s the only legal Session, on which Mr K. took instruments. Mr W. preached
every Sunday forenoon, and his colleague Mr K. in the afternoon, in the church. On the
afternoon of Sunday Mr W. preached in the meeting-house, and on Thursdays they preached
in the church and meeting-house alternately. The Presbyterian Session, however, got a decreet
from the Privy Council 28th Feb. 1693, “declaring them the only legal Session, and ordain-
ing Mr K.'s [the Episcopal] Sess, to deliver up the poor's-box, all rights of mortification, uten-
cils of the church, &c.” Mr W. was elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly 4th April 1706,
and trans, to Edinburgh (Tron Ch.) 3d Sept. 1707.-Sess., and Presb. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist.
iv., Edin. Grad.]
1708. JoHN SHAw, trans. fr. Leslie, called 18th March, and adm. 22d April. He refused
to take the Oath of Abjuration in 1712, and died 7th Sept. 1739, in his 66th year and 43d
min. He marr. in 1731 Cicil Stenhouse, who survived him.—Publication—Two Sermons
(posthumous), Edin. 1743, 12mo,-[Presb., Syn., and Test. Reg., &c.]
1740. WILLIAM AITKEN, trans. fr. Larbert, pres. by John Lord Balmerino 14th March, and
adm. 26th June ; died 4th Sept. 1765, in 60th age and 34th min. He marr., 28th Nov.
1750, Christian Stevenson, who died 4th Jan. 1786.-Publication—Ten Sermons on important
Subjects (published by his widow), Edin. 1767, 8vo.—[Presb., and Sym. Reg., &c.]
1765. THOMAS SCOTT, A.M., trans. fr. 2d charge. The patronage having fallen to the
Crown during the last incumbency, by the forfeiture of Arthur Lord Balmerino, Mr. S. was
pres, by George III. Sept., and adm. 26th Oct. ; died suddenly 16th July 1790, in 68th age.
and 44th min. He marr. 15th Aug. 1750, Helen Balfour, who died at Edinburgh 13th
March 1806, and had Thomas, min. of Newton, and John, surgeon 10th Light Dragoons, who
died 7th Sept. 1791—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.]
1790. RoBERT DICKSON, trans. fr. 2d charge, pres. by George III. and admitted 29th
Sept. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh, 27th March 1800, was proposed to be
Principal Clerk of the Gen. Assembly, in opposition to the Rev. Andrew Duncan, min. of
Ratho, 21st May 1807, but defeated by a majority of 48; declined being nominated to the
Chair of the Assembly 1812, and died unmarried 25th Jan. 1824, in his 66th year, and 37th
min. “In his appearance there was an imposing majesty, which gave force to his instructions.
His discourses were characterized by those candid and practical views of theology, which from
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Scriptural research, a vigourous understanding, a chaste nervous style, and an energetic manner
of expression, enabled him to bring home, with conclusive evidence and forcible efficacy, the
truths he inculcated to the hearts and understandings of his hearers.”—[Presb, and Syn. Reg.,
Edin. Grad., Scots Mag. xciii.] d
1824. JAMES GRANT, son of the Rev. Dr. And. G., one of the min. of Edinburgh, born at Port-
moak, studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, licen. by the Presb. 27th Feb. 1822, pres, by George
IV. 22d March, and ord. 26th Aug. 1824. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Glasgow,
April 1842; suspended, with nine others, by the Gen. Assembly 30th May following, from his
judicial functions as a member of Presb, and other superior judicatories, till after first Wednes-
day of March next, for holding communion with the deposed Ministers of Strathbogie ; trans. to
Edinburgh (St. Mary's) 3d, and adm. 16th Nov. 1843, declined an appointment to the High
Church 30th Dec. thereafter, was unanimously appointed Collector of the Widows’ Fund by
the Trustees 19th of same month, and had the appointment confirmed by the Assembly 24th
May 1844, which he resigned 27th Nov. 1860. He was elected Moderator of the General
Assembly 18th May 1854, and 21st June thereafter had the degree of D.C.L. conferred by
the Univ. of Oxford. He marr. 25th April 1826, Jessie Ann Campbell.—Publications—
Memorandum for the Solicitor-General for Scotland, Edin. 1842, 8vo. Statement regarding
the Fund for a Provision for the Widows and children of the Ministers of the Church, and
Professors in the Universities of Scotland, Edin. 1860, 8vo.—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Acts
of Ass. 1842, dºc.]
SECOND CHARGE.
1570. JoHN DURIE, trans. fr. Haills, adm. at Beltyn, though much renowned and admired,
yet he delighted occasionally in field sports as a relaxation from grave studies and exercises of
the mind; and was trans. to Edinburgh in 1574.—[Reg. Min, Melvill's Autob., Scott's Refor-
mers, Wew St. Acc. ix.] The next was
1591. JAMES TOGANE, A.M., brother of Andrew L. of Coitfield, studied and attained his
degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh Aug. 1588 (1591, before 16th Nov.); trans. to Eddleston
3d April 1593.−|Presb. Reg., Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad., MS. Bond of Mr. Dav.
Lindesay, and Petition to Gen. Ass. 1593.]
1593. GEORGE SEMPILL, formerly of Houston, licenced to preach till Martinmas, 23d Oct.,
but 15th April 1595 certain brether gave in sundrie informations, among quhilk, “That he
was a wanter Ivaunter] of himself, and ane that was given ower-meikle to his a win praising,”
so that he was not settled,—[Presb. Reg.]
1596. JoHN HALL, trans. fr. Haills, adm. 24th Oct. He was a member of the Assembly
March 1597, and named by them as one of a leet for Dundee ; trans. to Edinburgh (South
East par.) 14th Nov. 1598.-[Presb. Reg., Reg. Assig, Booke of the Kirk.]
1600. ANDREW LAMB, trans. fr. Arbroath, proposed 20th March 1598, adm. 22d July 1600.
Being appointed Min, to John Earl of Marr, ambassador to England, the Presb. 4th Feb. 1601
agree to supply his place till his return. He had a gift from his Majesty 8th Sept. 1602, of
ane yearly pension of vi, chalders corn from the Abbey of Arbroath, for “service done in divers
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effeirs committed to him by the King, and earnest care in discharging his ministerial function,
and in the common effeirs of the kirk tending to the propagation of Christ's Evangel, and
establishing of discipline, particularly in this realm.” Having been appointed as minister or
chaplain to the royal household, he was ordained by the Gen. Assembly 12th Nov. following,
to enter on his cure betwixt and the 1st Januar mixt-[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Reg. Pres.,
Booke of the Kirk, Row, and Calderwood's Hist, Melvill's Autob., Pitcairn's Cr. Trials, ii.
1603. JoHN MORAY, A.M., trans. fr. Borthwick, and adm. He unsuccessfully opposed, both
by his speech and vote in the Presb, the reception of the constant Moderator, nominated by the
Gen. Assembly 17th Dec. 1606, maintaining that by doing so the liberty of the Kirk was
overthrown. Heartily sympathizing with the six banished brethren, he received them into his
house, and hospitably treated them previous to their departure. Opposing the entry of Epis-
copal authority in the Church, and preaching against it in a sermon at the opening of Synod,
he was summoned before the Privy Council 25th Feb. 1608, and dismissed. They incurred
the royal displeasure, however, and at their next meeting a warrant was sent by His Majesty
for his apprehension and committal to the Castle, as an example to such as persisted in their
opposition. The Gen. Assembly, July following, requested he and others might be released,
which was done by the Council in the succeeding year, on condition “That he sould within
twentie dayes goe to Newabbey, and there keepe within the compasse of foure myles; preache
not, and goe not to Leith before his departure.” The Chancellor [Alex. Earl of Dunfermline
accused the Bishops of “barbarous and unbrotherlie dealing,” in depriving him of his situation
and living, while his office and quality, as well as that of his wife, called for a very different
treatment. He gave obedience to the decree by retiring to Dumfries, where he remained for
eighteen months, assisting his brethren in preaching, notwithstanding the King's letter. The
delicate health of his wife, and the loss of two children, caused him to remove to Dysart, where
he lived retired for six months, and left for Prestonpans, where he took every opportunity of
exercising his ministry.—[Reg. Assig, Booke of the Kirk, Row, and Calderwood's Hist, Sess.,
and Test. Reg., Christ Mag. vii., Melvill's Autob, Wodrow’s MS. Biog. iv.]
1609. DAVID LINDESAY, A.M., trans. fr. Forgan, adm. (by James, Bishop of Orkney, quha
was directed by the Commissioners of the Gen. Assembly to that effect) 30th July, having nine
days previous to his settlement “protested that his entering to the ministrie of the South Kirk
of L. sould not be prejudicial to Mr. J. M. either in his place or stipend, quhen it sall pleis
God and his majestie to send him bak againe, to serve God in his ministrie at Leyth;” trans.
to the 1st Charge in 1613.—[Calderwood's Hist, Sess. Reg., Orig. Lett. i., Booke of the Kirke.]
1616. THOMAS Hog, A.M., eldest son of Patrick H., min. Of Fetlar, studied and took his
degree at the Univ. and King's Coll., Aberdeen, in 1603, became master of the Grammar
School, and was employed to help Mr. David L. on the Sabbath afternoons before 26th Dec.
1613, who “is content he do so now and then upon sic days as he sall think expedient,” but
left off 4th Sept. 1615; appointed after 4th July 1616; trans, to Stobo in 1618–LMS.
Geneal. of Hog, Fasti Aberd, Sess. Reg.
1620. JoHN CRANSTOUN, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews
in 1611; trans, to Liberton in 1624.—[Act Rect. Univ. St. And, St. Cuthbert's Sess, and Edin.
Reg. (Bapt.), Reg. Pres.] •.
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1625. JAMES FAIRLIE, A.M., prom. fr. Regent in the Univ. of Edinburgh, and adm.; trans.
to the Professorship of Divinity in the Univ. of Edinburgh in 1629.-[Craufurd, and Bower's
Univ., Sess. Reg.]
1631 WILLIAM MoRTON, A.M., studied at the Univ. of Glasgow and St. Andrew’s, at the
latter of which he was laureated in 1627, became pedagogue to John Lord Borthwick, and was
on the exercise at Dalkeith. After leets had proved twice unsuccessful, he was elected from a third
and reduced leet by the Session, Sailors, Maltmen, Traffickers, Crafts, and Mealmakers, all in
one voice, 30th Jan., and pres. and adm. 1st March 1631. He disappeared after 24th Jan.
1639. The congregation, 29th April thereafter, protested against him, in respect he did
desert his ministry without licence of the Presb. or congregation. Thrust from his church and
plundered of his goods and gear by the violence of the Covenanters, he was compelled to fly
to England, where he was incarcerated in the prison of York, and continued there to the utter
ruin of himself, his family, fortune, and estate. A daugh, Anna, being a widow with children,
petitioned the Privy Council 29th July 1685, who ordered her iſ" merks from vacant
stipends in the Diocese of Argyll.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Act Rect. Univ. St. And, Sess.
Reg., Row, and Stevenson's Hist, Chambers' Ann.]
1640. ALEXANDER GIBSONE, A.M., connected with the family of G. of Durie. Studied and
was graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 24th July 1630, licen. by the Presb. of Dalkeith, 28th
|March 1633, adm. in 1640; appointed to attend the army in England by the Presb. 5th May
1644. The Session 6th Jan. 1646 supplicated the Presb. to use their influence with the
patron for his appointment to the 1st charge, from the “solid experience” they had “ of his
fidelitie and diligence in feeding the flock of God, not by constraint but willinglie, in our
greatest straits, and dangers,” and in a letter to the patron himself five days after, declair their
unanimous affection towards him, “from his unblameable conversatione, his integritie in the
publick cause of religion, his fidelitie and diligence in dispensing holie things, his prudent
resolution in vindicating the liberties of our Kirk and Sessione, and his willingness to bestow
gladlie, and to be bestowed for our soules when the hand of the Lord was heavelie Smyting us.”
On a question “being put, whether to supplicate again or not ?” they answered in ane voice,
(being posed man by man) that they would do so againe and againe if there were ane hope
that he wold grant their request, but they could see no hope to insist therin for him. Hav-
ing supplied the vacant charge almost two years in addition to his own, and because of his
extraordinarie pains the tyme of the visitation [of pestilence], the Session, 9th May 1647,
presented him with viij merks, in addition to his ordinary stipend, [of xij" merks]. When
the enemy [the English had taken possession of Leith] he removed, and was appointed by the
Presb. of Dunblane, 30th Oct. 1650, to supply Dunblane until it sal pleas God he get back-
[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, Edin. Grad., Sess., and Dunblane Presb. Reg.]
1657. GEORGE KINTOR, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 15th
July 1650, became Chaplain to Sir Charles Erskine of Alva, licen, by the Presb. of Stirling, 27th
Feb. 1656, called 2d Oct. thereafter, adm. 16th June 1657 ; trans. to Cranston in 1663.—
[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad., Sess. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist.]
1664. JoHN CORSAWR, A.M., studied at St. Leonard's College, and obtained his degree at
the Univ. of St. Andrews, 27th July 1661, called by the Session and neighbours, with one
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consent 15th May, ord, and coll. 20th, and adm. 21st July 1664; trans, to Dalgety in
1669–|Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Sess. Reg., Reg. Collat.] -
1671. ANDREW CANT, younger, A.M., son of Mr Alexander C., min. of Banchory-Ternan,
studied and was laureated at the Univ. and Ring's College Aberdeen 6th March 1668, licen. by
George Bishop of Edinburgh 15th March 1670, called by the Session and neighbours 29th
Dec. following, ord, and coll, 30th Jan., and adm. 5th Feb. 1671. He was absent in England
29th June 1676, and at a visitation held by the Bishop was requested to condescend more to
the capabilities of the hearers, also to make up a difference with Mr John Mackqueen [his
future colleague), whom he had struck, after mutually calling each other liars, in his own
house, which was done accordingly by their “shaking hands.” Trans. to Edinburgh (Trinity
College Ch.), in 1679.-[Fasti. Aberd, Sess. Reg., Reg. Collat., Ing. Ret. Gen. 6803.
1681. CHARLEs KAY, A.M., trans. fr. St. Cuthberts 2d charge, adm. and inst. 15th Sept. ;
deprived in 1694 for non-jurancy. Died 17th Nov. 1719, in 70th age. He had two daugh.,
Barbara, Christian, and a son, Robert, who became a skipper in Leith, and was confirmed
executor to his father.—[Sess, Stow. Sess, Test, and Reg., (Bur), Reg. Collat., M.S. Act of
Min. 1689.] -
1695. JoHN GILCHRIST, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 13th
July 1691, called by the Kirk Session and Delegates from the Incorporations 20th June, and
ord. 11th Sept. 1695. He was one of forty-four sent to supply the want of Presbyterian
min. in the North by the Gen. Assembly following, of whom twenty-two, it was agreed, should
remain, if they received calls. He was called, and accordingly trans. to Alves 11th Jan. 1697.
—[Edin. Grad., Sess. Reg., Reg., and Acts of Ass. 1695, 1697.
1700. JAMES DICKSON, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh
11th July 1696, licen. by the Presb. of Earlston 23d Nov. 1699, called 23d April, and ord.
16th July 1700 ; trans, to Markinch 27th Dec. 1711–Edin. Grad, Sess., and Presb. Reg.]
1712. WILLIAM BROWN, A.M., born in Edinburgh, educated at the High School, studied
and obtained his degree at the Univ. 30th April 1700, and licen. by the Presb. 22d April 1708,
called 11th April, and ord, 25th July 1712. He scrupled to take the Oath of Abjuration
same year, and was trans, to Edinburgh (Lady Yester's Ch.) 28th Dec. 1720–LEdin. Grad.,
Presb., and Sess. Reg.]
1721. JAMES STEVENSON, A.M., studied at the Old College, and took his degree at the Univ.
of St. Andrews, 6th May 1713, licen, by the Presb. of Dunblane 25th Oct. 1720, called 20th
April, and ord, 17th Aug. 1721. He had no sermon at the opening of Synod 30th April
1745, for fear of the rebels, but was re-elected Moderator, and had the honour of signing an
address to his Majesty. Trans, to Edinburgh (New Greyfriars' Ch.) 29th May 1745–Act.
Rect. Univ. St. And, Sess., Presb., Syn., and Scoonie Sess. Reg.]
1746. ROBERT WALKER, trans. fr. Straiton, called 15th May, and adm. 20th Nov. ; trans.
to Edinburgh (High Ch.) 28th Aug. 1754.—[Presb. Reg., Kay's Portr. i., Sermons iii.]
1755. ALEXANDER STUART, licen. by the Pres. 24th Oct. 1753, pres, by George II.
and by the Kirk-session and Incorporation of Shipmasters , and ord, 10th July 1755 ;
trans. to St. Cuthberts 31st March 1762–LPresb. Reg.]
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1762. THOMAs SCOTT, A.M., trans. fr. Cavers, pres, by the Kirk-session, &c., 9th Aug., and
adm. 12th Nov. ; trans, to 1st Charge 26th Sept. 1765–Jºresb. Reg.] ;
1766. HENRY HUNTER, fifth son of David H., Culross, where he was born 25th Aug. 1741,
studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, after being tutor in the family of Boswell of Balmuto, and
Arch. Earl of Dundonald, he was licen. by the Presb. of Dunfermline 2d May 1764, pres, by
the Magistrates, Incorporations, and Kirk-session in 1756, ord, 9th Jan. 1766; demitted (on
receiving a call to London-wall) 31st July, and was adm, there 11th Aug. 1771. Had D.D.
conferred by the Univ. of Edin. Soon after, was elected Secretary to the Corresponding Board of
the Society in Scotland for Propagating Christian Knowledge, 5th Aug. 1790, and died 27th
Oct. 1802, in 62d age and 37th min. Possessing very considerable talents for pulpit oratory,
and not less as a social and entertaining companion, he was caressed and admired by all classes.
Notwithstanding all this, however, he found leisure to translate several authors, and to com- -
pose discourses abounding in eloquent and powerful description. He marr., 21st May 1767,
Margaret, daugh. of the Rev. Thomas Charters, min. of Inverkeithing, she died 24th July
1803, and had two sons and two daughters, only one of each surviving him.—Publications—
Thirteen single Sermons, Lond. 1774-1798, 8vo. Sacred Biography, 7 vols., Lond, 1783-89, 8vo.
A Brief History of the Society in Scotland for Propagating Christian Knowledge in the High-
lands and Islands; and of the Corresponding Board in London, Lond. 1795, 8vo. Sermons,
2 vols., Lond. 1795, 8vo. A History of London and its Environs, Lond. 1796. Lectures on
the Evidences of Christianity (begun by Mr Fell), Lond. 1798, 8vo. Sermons, and other Mis-
cellaneous Pieces, 2 vols., Lond. 1805, 8vo. Sermon v. [Scotch Preacher iii., Edin. 1789,
12mo, Charge at the Ordination of the Rev. William Nicol [Steven's Sermon, Lond. 1796,
8vo.] Translated from the French–Essays on Physiognomy, by John C. Lavater, 5 vols.,
Lond. 1789-1798, 4to. Studies of Nature, by St. Pierre, 5 vols., Lond. 1796-1799, 8vo.
Sermons, by Saurin vol. vi.), Lond, 1796, 8vo. Travels in Egypt, by C. B. Sonnini, 3 vols.,
Lond. 1799, 8vo. Life of Catherine II., Empress of Russia, by Castera, 2 vols., 1800, 8vo; and
from the German—Letters, &c., to a German Princess, by Euler, 2 vols., Lond. 1795, 8vo.—
[Presb. Reg., Sermons and Mise. Pieces i., Wilson's Diss. Churches Lond, Chambers’ Biog. Dict.]
1773. JoHN LOGAN, son of George L., farmer in Soutra, educated at the grammar school of
Musselburgh under Mr. Jeffray, and studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, pres, by the Magis-
trates and Incorporations in 1771, which being contested with another caused delay, till he was
preferred by the Court of Session 18th Nov. 1772, ord. 2d April 1773. During the winters
1779, 1780 he was encouraged to read Lectures on History, which were patronized by the
literati of the time, and favourably received. His mind being too sensitive for the many diffi-
culties by which he was surrounded, he prudently demitted his charge, retaining a portion of
the living, which was accepted 27th Dec. 1786, and resided in London, where, after a painful
and lingering illness, which he supported with fortitude and composure, amidst the negligence
of the world, he died 28th Dec. 1788, in his 40th year and 16th min. As a preacher, he was
perhaps the most eloquent of his day, though many of his sermons which have been printed are
unfinished, and were only given to the public after his decease. His character as a poet has
been unsparingly attacked by Dr Mackelvie, in a life of Michael Bruce, who was his intimate
friend and associate, and whose posthumous poems he had published, adding others of his own
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to make up a volume. He is the author of no fewer than eleven of the Paraphrases used in
the National Church, and of other six which have been revised or altered.—Publications—
Elements of the Philosophy of History, Part. i., Lond, 1781, 12mo, Essay on the Man-
ners of Asia, 1781. Poems, Lond. 1781, 8vo. Runnamede, a Tragedy, Lond. 1783, 8vo.
A Review of the Principal Charges against Warren Hastings, Esq., late Governor-General
of Bengal, Lond. 1788, 8vo. Sermons, 2 vols., Lond. 1790-1791, 8vo [which have gone
through many editions]. Verses on the Esk [Scots Mag. lxv.] Poems by Michael Bruce [in
which are inserted, according to the statement of Dr Robertson of Dalmeny, nine by Logan],
Edin. 1770, 12mo. He is also said to have written “A View of Ancient History, by William
Rutherford, D.D., 2 vols., Lond. 1788-1793, 8vo.”—[Presb. Reg., Anderson's Brit. Poets i.,
Chambers’ Biog. Dict, iii., Robertson's Lethendy Case, &c.]
1787. Rob ERT DICKSON, son of D. of Locherwoods, licen. by the Presb. of Annan 4th Dec.
1782, pres. by the Magistrates, Incorporations, and Kirk-session Jan., and ord, 17th July
1787; trans, to the 1st Charge 29th Sept. 1790.--LPresb. Reg.]
1791. THOMAS MACKNIGHT, son of the Rev. Dr. M., one of the min. of Edinburgh, educated
at the High School there, licen, by the Presb. 30th April 1788, was proposed for Canongate
2d charge in 1789; pres, by the Magistrates, &c., Nov. 1790, ord, 17th Feb. 1791; elected
conjunct Sub-Clerk by the Gen. Assembly 20th May 1802; trans, to Edinburgh (Trinity
College Ch.) 25th April 1804.—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Anderson's Edin, Clergy, Acts of Ass.
1802, Steven's High School, Kay's Portr. ii.]
1804. JAMES ROBERTSON, trans. fr. Gargunnock, pres. by the Magistrates, Delegates from
Incorporations, and the Kirk Session Sept., adm. 13th Dec. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ.
of Edinburgh 9th Dec. 1805, and died at Blaloan, Perthsh. 25th Aug. 1832, in 75th age, and
50th min. He marr. 24th Sept. 1787, Anne Walker, who died 18th Oct. 1806, and had
two sons, Campbell, who died in 1807, and John, merchant, Leith, who died in 1865; 2dly
25th Feb. 1808, Alison, daugh. of Mr William Jamieson, Portobello, she died 10th June
1858–Publications—The Duty of Contending Earnestly for the Faith once delivered to the
Saints, a Sermon, Edin., 1811, 8vo. Account of Gargumnock [Sinclair's St. Acc. xviii.]—
[Presb. Reg., Edin. Grad., Tombst, Kay's Portr.] -
1833. DAVID THORBURN, son of Mr T., merchant, Leith, licen. by the Presb. 27th July 1831,
pres. Nov. 1832, ord, 14th March following. Having studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, he
had A.M. conferred 30th of same month. Joining in the Free Secession and signing the de-
mission, he was declared no longer a min. of this church, 5th July 1843. He marr. 12th Dec.
1843, Jean Hay.—Publications—An Essay on the Divine Origin and Perpetual and Universal
Obligation of Tithes, Edin., 1841, 8vo. Historical Review of the Legislation of the Free
Church on the Sustentation Fund, Edin., 1855, 8vo. The Endowment of the Universities
of Scotland, Edin., 1863, Suggestions Relative to the Formation of a National Association for
Scotland, Edin-[Presb., and Syn, Reg., Edin. Grad., &c.]
LEITH_ST. JOHN’S. 109
ST. JOHN'S
opened as a Chapel of Ease 12th Dec. 1773, and declared a quoad sacra parish by the Act of Assembly
31st May 1834. Being only a proprietary Chapel, however, it has been carried over to the Free Church.
1775. WILLIAM BURNSIDE, licen, by the Presb. 5th Jan., called in Aug. and ord. 2d Nov. ;
prom. to Dumfries (New Church), June 1780–LPresb. Reg.]
1781. JoHN CoIQUHOUN, son of a small farmer in the par. of Tuss, born Jan. 1748, educated
at the Society School at Muirland, studied at the Univ. of Glasgow and Edinburgh, licen. by the
Presb. of Glasgow, 2d Aug. 1780, called Jan., and ord. 22d March 1781. Had D.D. conferred
by the Univ. and Maris. Coll. Aberdeen Nov. 1811; and died 27th Nov. 1827, in 80th age,
and 47th min. His duties were discharged with distinguished zeal. He was never absent from
his charge, except when engaged on Sacramental occasions, and his life was characterized by an
unvarnished sincerity and simplicity. He was twice married, without leaving issue.—Publications
—A Treatise on Spiritual Comfort, Edin., 1813, 12mo. On the Law and Gospel, Edin., 1816,
12mo. On the Covenant of Grace, Edin., 1818, 12mo, Catechism for the Instruction and
Direction of Young Communicants, Edin, 1821, 18mo. On the Covenant of Works, Edin.,
1821, 12mo. View of Saving Faith, Edin., 1824, 12mo. Collection of the Promises of
Scripture, Edin., 1825, 12mo, View of Evangelical Repentance, Edin., 1825, 12mo, Sermons,
chiefly on Doctrinal Subjects, Edin., 1836, 12mo,-[Presb. Reg., Kay's Portr. ii.]
1828. PETER PETRIE, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh
12th March 1824, licen, by the Presb. of Haddington 28th Sept. 1825, elected 22d July, and
ord. 18th Sept. 1828. Having been pres. to Kirkwall 2d charge, his resignation was accepted
29th June 1831—[Edin. Grad., Presb. Reg.]
1832. JAMES LEWIs, licen, by the Presb. of Glasgow 3d Aug., and elected 24th Nov. 1831,
ord. 19th Jan. thereafter, adm. a member of Presb. 25th June 1834. By joining in the Free
Secession and signing the Demission he was declared no longer a min. of this church 5th
July 1843. He marr, daugh. of James Wyld, Esq. of Gilston.-Publications—The
Church of Scotland obeying the Law of the Land and the Law of God in her present
Opposition to the Civil Courts, Edin., 1840, 8vo. The Crisis and Preparation, Leith, 1843,
12mo. The Necessity and Mercy Plea for Sabbath Trains tried and disposed of 1847.
Indian Government Past and Prospective in Relation to Christianity, Edin., 1858, 8vo.
Lecture III., ſon Civil Establishments of Religion, Edin., 1835, 18mo.] Sermon TV., [at
Opening the North Parish Church, Kelso, Edin., 1838, fep. 8vo.]-—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
ST. THOMAS’
constituted a quoad sacra parish by the Gen. Assembly 27th May 1889, built in 1840, opened 6th May
1841, and erected quoad sacra by the Court of Teinds 8th Dec. 1847.
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DUDINGSTON,
previous to the Reformation it belonged to the Abbey of Kelso.
1588. CHARLEs LUMISDEN, A.M., prom, from Regent in the Univ. of Edinburgh, or probably
1587, pres, by James VI. in 1611, and 30th Oct. same year had 50 merks allowed by the Town
Council of Edinburgh, “for his paynes and travell in examination of the North-West quarter
sen March last to 1st. Nov.” Was one of those who signed a protest to the King and
Parliament, in support of the Liberties of the Kirk 14th June 1617. He long officiated as
Presb. and Synod Clerk, and died 30th Nov. 1630, aged about 69, and 43d min. His
Librarie was estimat at xij merks. The utencils of his house at iſ" ii. Frie Geir, debts
deducit, jºjº lxix livisvijd. He marr. Beatrice, daugh. of Mr Robert Pont, min. of St. Cuth-
berts, and had Robert, and James; 2dly, Beatrix Muirhead, who survived him, and had John,
Margaret, Charles (afterwards min.), Andrew, Jeane, Rebecca, Thomas, (died 23d Feb. 1649),
and John.—Publication—Translation of an Exposition upon some Select Psalms of David,
written by M. Robert Rollock, out of Latine, Edin, 1600, 12mo, [Reg. Assig., & Press. (£ Caut),
et Sec. Sigill, Douglas' MS. Bar. Presb., Syn., Edin. Counc., Bapt., and Test. Reg., Calderwood's
Hist, Pitcairn's Cr. Trials ii., Wew St. Acc. i., Craufurd’s Univ., Rollock's Sel. Works i., Lee's
Memorial.]
1630. ROBERT MENTEITH, (of Salmonet) third and youngest son of Alexander M., citizen
of Edinburgh, studied at the Univ. and took his degree, 14th July 1621. He soon became
Professor of Philosophy in the Univ. of Saumur, where he continued four years, and returned,
“with an great shew of learning.” Having “an pleasant deliverie in the pulpit, but given to
glut in all the erroures of that time;” he was brought forward in 1629 by two of the min.
of the city, as well fitted for the vacant Professorship of Divinity, being opposed by three
others, as well as by the Principal and Regents, however, his settlement was thwarted. He
was then pres, by Charles I., 9th ord. (at St. Andrew’s) by the Archbishop, and adm.
28th Dec. 1630, but engaging in an illicit amour with Dame Annas Hepburn, the lady of
Sir James Hamilton of Priestfield, soon after fled the countrie, was denounced rebel 7th Oct.
1633, joined the Roman Catholic persuasion at Paris, where he obtained the patronage of
the celebrated Cardinal Richelieu, and was made a Canon of Notre-Dame by the Cardinal de
Retz. He has been represented “as of mild and agreeable appearance, joining politeness
with great learning.” From his eldest son, William M. of Carruber and Randiford,
was descended Sir James Stuart M., Bart., of Closeburn. He married Marioun Saint-
serff, and had another son, Robert.—Publications—A' Remonstrance to the King of Great
Britain, in French, Paris 1652, fol. Histoire des Troubles de la Grand Bretagne, depuis 1633,
jusques à 1646. Paris 1661, fol. (which was translated by Captain James Ogilvie, Lond.
1735, fol.), also a Pasquil against Mr. Robert Bruce of Kinnaird, formerly a min. of Edin-
burgh and some Essays which were admired as specimens of the purity of style and facility
of diction which a foreigner could attain in the French language.—[Craufurd, and Bower's
Univ. i., Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, Edin. Grad, Reg. Pres, et Sec. Sigill, Sess, and Edin. Reg.
T) UDINGSTON. 111
(Bapt.), Sinclair's Xviii., and Wew St. Acc., Scot's Stagg. State, Morrison's Dec. x., Scots Mag.
lxxxiv., Calderwood's Hist, viii., Baillie's Lett. iii., Riddel's Comment, Bruce's Sermons (Life),
Mimmo's Stirlingsh. i., Chalmers’ Biog. Dict. xxii., Chambers’ Anal. ii.]
1633. JASPER HUME, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
24th July 1619, pres, by Charles I. 20th Sept. 1633; died Feb. 1635, aged about 34, in 20
min.—[Reg., Laur. Univ. Edin, Edin. Grad, Reg. Pres, et Sec Sigill cvi, Sess. Reg.]
1635. ARCHIBAL.D NEWTOUNE, A.M., son of a burges of Edinburgh, studied, and was
laureated at the Univ. 23d July 1625, elected one of the Masters in the High School, 19th
February 1630, which he resigned in 1634, licen, by the Presb. of Dalkeith 29th Sept. 1631,
was proposed for the office of Regent in the Univ. without success Dec. 1633, went abroad
and was imprisoned by Papists in a loathsome prison, which impaired his health; pres, by
Charles I. 14th Feb. 1635; trans. to Liberton in 1639–Crawfurd’s Univ., Reg. Lawr, Univ.
Edin, Edin. Grad, Steven's High School, Reg. Pres, et Sec. Sigill cvi, Monteith's Mort. ii. |
1640. CHARLEs LUMMISDEN, A.M., son of the former Mr. Charles, bapt. 22d March, 1614,
studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, where he graduated 22d June 1633, adm. 8th Sept. 1640;
pres. by Charles I., 23d Aug. 1641. Continued in 1681, and was alive at the bapt. of a
grand child, 3rd May 1686. He marr. Margaret Livingstone, who died Sept. 1643, and had
Charles [min. of Kirknewton], Jean, Margaret, and Robert ; 2dly, Beatrix Melvill, and had
Beatrix, Margaret, Daniel, James, Michaell, Daniel, Andrew, (his successor), James, Thomas,
John, Charles, William, and Robert and Beatrix, (twins).-[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad,
Sess, Dalkeith Presb., and Edin. Reg. Sas. and (Bapt.), Reg. Pres, et Sec. Sigill cir, Fountain-
hall's Dec. i., Wodrow’s Hist. i., Douglas' MS. Bar.] -
1681. ANDREW LUMISDEN, A.M., second surviving son of the former, bapt. 8th Oct. 1654.
Studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh in 1671, licen. by Alexander Bishop
of Edinburgh, 4th Aug. 1675, charged before the Privy Council, 22d Nov. 1681, for refusing
to take the Test, and for inveighing publickly and privately against it, as unlawful and con-
tradictory, by whom he was assoiled, but the church was declared vacant by the Bishop. He
petitioned the Council, 6th Dec. thereafter, “for liberty to take the Test from his Ordinary,”
which they allowed, and was reponed to the charge, but deposed by the Commiss. of Assembly,
Jan. 1691, for declining their authority. He was consecrated a Bishop by the Non-jurors,
2d Nov., 1727, and died 20th June 1733, in his 79th year. He marr. 26th October 1682,
Katherine Craig, and had Elizabeth, (who marr. William Alexander Esq., nearest male heir
to the noble family of Stirling), Beatrix, John, Charles, and William—Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin,
Edin. Grad, Wodrow's Hist, Sess, St. Cuthbert's Sess, and Edin. Reg. Sas, and (Bur), Acts
Parl. xi, Douglas' MS. Bar., The Rebuffer rebuffed.]
1694. JAMES CRAIG, A.M., trans, from Canongate 2d charge ; died 31st May, 1704, aged
about 72, in 44th min.—[Presb. Reg.] -
1705. DAVID M*CoIME, or MALCOLME, licen. by the Presb. of Haddington, 11th Jan. 1700,
called in 1704, ord. 28th March 1705. He was rebuked 10th Nov. 1721, for celebrating
the marriage of George Drummond Esq., merchant Edin., afterwards Lord Provost, and the
great promoter of the improvements in the city, to Catherine, daugh. of Sir James Camp-
bell of Aberuchill, Bart.; and deposed 24th March 1742, for deserting his charge two years
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without leave. He demitted 1 4th, which was accepted, and the former sentence being taken
off, 27th April 1743; he claimed to be entitled to the benefit of the Ministers' Widows'
Fund, which the Trustees refused, and brought an action of Declarator, which he defended,
when it was found by the Lord Ordinary, 21st Nov. 1747, “that Mr. D. M., having demitted
his charge as min. of D. in April 1743, was not in the sense of the Act of Parl, a min. of
the Church of Scotland on the 25th March 1744, and that he, his wife and children, are
entitled to none of the benefits arising from the Act ; and therefore repelled the defence,
and decerned conform to the conclusion of the libel.” Against which decision he reclaimed,
when it was affirmed by the whole Lords. He died 7th Feb. 1748, in 43d min. He was
admitted a Fellow of the Antiquarian Society of London, and was eminent for learning, honesty,
moderation, good nature, and a benevolent disposition. His leisure hours were employed in
tracing languages to their fountain-heads, and thereby illustrating the antiquities of all nations,
especially our own. He was wonderfully happy in his discoveries, though far short of what
he contemplated. In private life he possessed many desirable qualities, and lived to see his
sons, who received a liberal education, happily introduced into the world,—Publications—
Essay on the antiquities of Great Britain and Ireland, Edin. 1738, 8vo. Tracts Illustrating
the Celtic Antiquities of Great Britain and Ireland, Edin. 1738, 8vo. Collection of Letters,
in which the imperfection of Learning, even among Christians, and a remedy for it are
hinted, Edin. 1739, 8vo, (all these being the same book, although under different titles).
Letters, Essays, and other Tracts relating to the Antiquities of Great Britain and Ireland,
Lond. 1744, 8vo. He proposed publishing a Gaelic Dictionary about 1732, but it went no
farther than a Prospectus and Specimen; though it received encouragement from a Committee
of the Gen. Assembly in 1737.-[Presb, and Syn. Reg., Trustees’ Reports, Sinclair's Xviii.,
New St. Acc. i., Scots Mag. x., Morren's Ann. i., Acts of Ass. 1736, 1737.]
1744. ROBERT PolloCK, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh
18th May 1725, proposed for being taken on trials by Mr. Arch. Gibson, min. of St. Ninians,
and licen, by the Presb. of Stirling 1st Nov. 1732, pres, by Arch. Duke of Argyll 19th Nov.
1743, ord. 13th March 1744; trans. to the Professorship of Divinity in the Univ. and Maris.
Coll. Aberdeen, 31st July 1745. He was also admitted to the Principality 28th April 1757,
which he held in conjunction, and died 18th May 1759, in his 51st year, and 16th min.—
[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg., Sinclair's St. Acc. xviii.]
1746. WILLIAM BENNET, trans. fr. Denny, pres, by James, Earl of Abercorn, 27th Feb., and
adm. 14th May ; died 14th July 1785, in 78th age, and 47th min.—[Presb. Reg., Carlyle's
Autob.] y
1786. WILLIAM BENNET, son of the Rev. Patrick B., min. of Polmont, and nephew of the
preceding, born 1st July 1763, licen, by the Presb. of Linlithgow 21st Dec. 1785, pres. by James,
Earl of Abercorn, Jan., and ord, 12th May 1786, appointed Chaplain to the Eastern Regt. of
Mid-Lothian Volunteers, was found drowned in the Loch adjoining the Manse 15th April
1805, in his 42d year, and 19th min. He marr. 18th Dec. 1787, Mary, daugh. of Mr. John
Archibald, wine-merchant, Leith, she died 9th Jan. 1798, and had Patrick of Whyteside,
John, min, of Ettrick, and Margaret, who marr. William Clark, Esq., one of the Clerks of
LIBERTON. | 13
Session—Publications—Three single Sermons, Edin. 1801-1805, 8vo. Account of the Parish
[Sinclair's St. Acc. xviii.]—[Presb. Reg.]
1805. JoHN THOMSON, trans. fr. Dailly, pres, by John James, Marquis of Abercorn, 29th
Aug., and adm. 14th Nov. ; and died 28th Oct. 1840, in 63d age, and 41st min. He was a
sensible, rather than a popular preacher, an ingenious mechanic, and an accomplished musician.
But he was more especially distinguished as a landscape painter, and admitted an Honorary
member of the Royal Scottish Academy. His pictures are yearly increasing in interest and
value. He marr. 7th July 1801, Isabella, daugh. of the Rev. John Ramsay, min. of Kirk-
michael, she died 18th April 1809, and had Dr. Thomas, physician at Stratford-upon-Avon,
John, chief officer of the Coast Guard, Peterhead, and wife of Robert Scott Lauder,
Esq., R.A.; 2dly, 6th Dec. 1813, Francis Ingram Spence, relict of Martin Dalrymple, Esq., of
Fordel, she died 11th Oct. 1845, and had Francis, M.D., who died in 1858, Charles, Henry,
and Mary Helen, who died in 1819.-Publication—Several Articles in the Edinburgh Ency-
clopedia.--|Presb. Reg., Murray's Biog. Ann., &c.]
PORTOBELLO,
built as a Chapel of Ease for the parish of Dudingston in 1810; admitted as a quoad Sacra parish by the
Act of Assembly, 31st May 1834, and erected as such by the Court of Teinds, 17th July 1861.
1818. JoHN GLEN, licen. by the Presb. of Dunfermline 2d July 1811, ord. 9th July 1818.
Joining in the Free Secession, and signing the Demission, he was declared no longer a min.
of this Church 5th July 1843, and died at Edinburgh 7th Nov. 1854, in 72d age, and 37th
min. He marr. 4th Dec. 1818, Sarah Isabella, daugh. of John Whyte, Esq. of Kingston,
Jamaica, and had a daugh. who died in 1846.-Publications—A Treatise on the Sabbath,
Edin. 1822, 12mo. On Cruelty to Animals, a Sermon, Edin. 1833, 12mo.-[Presb., and
Syn. Reg., Tombst, &c.]
LIBERTON,
before the Reformation it belonged to the Abbey of Holyroodhouse.
1562. ALEXANDER FORRESTER, formerly a conventual brother of the Abbey of Holyrood-
house, was a member of Assembly 29th June of that year; trans. to Jedburgh before 25th
June 1566–LPooke of the Kirk.]
1569. THOMAS CRANSTOUN, trans. fr. Borthwick, entered at Lammas, with a stipend of jº li. ;
trans. to Peebles May 1571; but returned before 1574, continued in 1578, removed to
in 1579, but returned after 12th April 1582, and died in Edinburgh 21st May 1585. His
utencils, abulzements and buikis were estimat at xl. ii. There was awand him for the benefice
of Askirk resten for seven years jº lxxxv. li. Inventar and debts ij" iſ lij. ii. xv.js. His
executors were John Cranstoun, of that Ilk, knicht, Patrick, and Henry C. his brethren, James,
his brother's some, and Mr. Michael his own son. He had a decreit by the Commissars of
P
114 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
Lauder against the Bailies of Selkirk for travelling in the ministry of that kirk. To his spouse
Janet Movbray, he left iii;" xx. ii. By her he had a daugh. Issobell, and a son Mr. Michael,
who afterwards succeeded to the parish-LReg. Min., and Assig, Test. Reg., Wodrow Miscell,
and Biog. i., Archæol. Scot. i.]
1579. JoHN DAVIDSONE, A.M., formerly Regent in St. Leonard's College, St. Andrews. In
the Gen. Assembly April 1581, he was one of the commissioners “to tak triell and inquisition
of the haynous and slanderous accusations layed against [some ministers] for their scandalous
lives.” He had written a poetical tract against the Regent, James Earl of Morton, in 1579,
and “was moved with teares” when he received the said Earl's forgiveness. In 1582 he was
instrumental in bringing Mr. Robert Montgomerie, who had been nominated to the Arch-
bishoprick of Glasgow to submit himself, but he having resiled from it, the Gen. Assembly
passed a sentence of excommunication, and appointed John Davidsome to pronounce it, which
he did accordingly at Liberton kirk 10th June, “nothing affrayed.” Such intrepidity induced
Esme, Duke of Lennox, to call him “wn petit diable,” and he was threatened to be killed,
so that for the ten following Sundays, he had to be numerously escorted by his friends to the
kirk. At an Assembly in the same month his boldness and determination against a pro-
posed measure caused the Moderator, Mr. And. Melvill, who has been considered as not
failing in these qualities, to tell him “to moderat his zeale.” In Oct. following he was ap-
pointed, with another, “to travell among the barons of Lothian and Tiviotdaill, and procure
the subscription of the Band, tuiching the maintenance of religioun, the king's estat and person,
and the peace of the countrie.” After a conference with his Majesty 22d Jan. 1583, he hesi-
tated not to admonish him in private “to forbeare his often swearing, and taking the name of
God in vaine.” By the Assembly in April succeeding, he was one of those appointed to hear
witnesses against David, Bishop of Aberdeen. In July thereafter, with others, he was selected
by the Presb. “to admonishe his Majesty to beware of innovations in court.” By the Assembly
in Oct. following, he was appointed with two others, “to visit the whole bounds from Clyde
both to the south and west.” He fled to England about the end of April 1584, with others,
to escape the rage of their adversaries, and appears not as Min. here, after 7th Oct. following.
When at London attending court, among the Bishops, he was called “a thunderer.” He was
offered to be again settled here, but refused 5th Nov. 1588.-[Reg. Assig., Calderwood's Hist,
Presb., and Test. Reg., Edinr. Chr. Inst. xxii., Chambers’ Biog. Dict. ii., Archaeol. Scot. i.,
Wodrow’s Biog. i.]
1586 MICHAEL CRANSTOUN, trans. fr. Selkirk, pres. to the Vicarage by James
VI. 8th March ; trans. to Cramond in 1590.- Reg. Assig, and Pres., Bacheq. Buik,
Presb. Reg.] -
1590. JAMES BENNET, trans. fr. Ormistoun, coll. to the Vicarage May 1591. He was sus-
pended by the Presb. 2nd Oct. 1599, for lying at his Majesty's horne, reponed 11th Dec.
thereafter ; and died 1609, before 20th March. He had a son, George.—[Reg. Assig, and
Presb., Presb., Syn., and Edin. Reg. (Bapt.), Calderwood's Hist. v.]
1609. JoHN ADAMSONE, A.M., trans. fr. North Berwick, pres. by James VI. 20th March ;
trans, to the Principality of the Univ. of Edinburgh in 1623.−[Crawfurd’s Univ., Reg. Pres.,
IIBERTON. , - º 115
and Assig, Edin. Reg. (Bapt.), Archaeol. Scot. i., Bannatyne Miscell. iii., Murray's Life of
Rutherford, Wodrow’s MS. Biog. iii.
1624. JoHN CRANSTOUN, A.M., trans. fr. S. Leith 2nd charge, pres. by James VI. 12th
March ; trans, to South Leith 1st charge, in 1627-LReg. Pres, Sess. Reg., Archaeol. Scot.
i., Bannatyne Miscell. iii.]
1627. ANDREW LERMOND, A.M., prom. from Regent in Old College St. Andrews, pres. by
Charles I. 7th Sept. In 1638 he posted to his Majesty and informed him of the outrages of
the people against those ministers who were zealous in his service. Deposed in 1639, for call-
ing the Covenanters perjured, &c. Died before 20th June 1664. He married Agnes
Aytoune, who survived him, and had Jean, David, John, Margaret, and another.—[Reg.
Pres, Sess, and Edin. Reg. (Bapt.), Wodrow’s MSS., Durie's Dec., Lochleven Pap., Baillie's
Lett. i., Peterkin's Records, Stevenson's Hist, Arvhael. Scot, i.]
1639. ARCHIBAL.D NEWTOUNE, A.M., trans. fr. Duddingston, admitted ; presented by Charles
I. 8th Sept. 1641; died 2nd July 1657, aged about 52, in 23rd min. His “wholl Librarie
was estimat at lxxx. ii.; insicht at lx. li. ; Inventar and dettis j'" ix* xvj. ii. xixs. vijd. By
Testament, 27th June 1657, he left to the Kirk Session jº li.; to Mr. Rob. Douglas (one of
the min. of Edin.) four of the best of my books att his awne cheysing; and the rest of the
books he left to be equallie devyded betwixt Mr. Johne Smyth (one of the min. of Edin.), and
Mr. Rich. Waddell (afterwards min. at Dunbar). His sister Janet became executor to
Patrick Thomson, his brother's Sone.”—Publication—Uldericum Veridicum, Edin., 4to.—
[Reg., Pres, Craufurd’s Univ., Test. Reg., Archaeol. Scot. i., Steven's High School.]
1659. ANDREW CANT, prom. fr. Regent in Maris. College Aberdeen, called to Nſewbattle
25th Sept. 1657, which he refused to accept Feb. following; adm. 10th March 1659; trans.
to Edinburgh (Trinity College Ch.) in 1673–LKennedy's Ann. Aberd. ii., Wodrow’s Hist. i.,
Dalkeith Presb. Reg., Baillie's Lett. iii., Archaeol. Scot. i., Brodie's Diary.]
1674. NINIAN PATERSON, A.M., trans. fr. Smallholm, adm. 14th Oct., when a riot took
place; deposed for immorality. He petitioned the Presb. of Dalkeith, 10th Oct. 1683, to
have the sentence relaxed, compliance was delayed, however, “until it shall be made more
apparent that he is reformed in his life and conversation.” Died Dec. 1688, aged about 52.
Whatever may have been his faults, he was an elegant poet. He marr., 31st Aug. 1668,
Margaret Somervill, and had Jean and Ninian.—Publications—Epigrammatum libri octo, cum
aliquot Psalmorum Paraphrasis Poetica, Edin., 1678, 12mo. The Fanatick Indulgence
granted, Lond, 1683, 4to. To the Memory of the Bishop of Ross, Edin., 1683, 4to. Ob-
sequies to the Memory of Alex. Bishop of Ross, 1683 fol. On the Death of General Dalzell
(1685), fol. On the birth of the Prince of Wales, 1688, 4to.—[Archaeol. Scot. i., Sess.,
Dalkeith Presb., and Edin. Reg. (Marr), Wodrow’s Hist. ii., Scot. Pasq. i., Apology for
the Clergy.] '.
1683. Robert FARQUHAR, trans. fr. Cullen, inst. 10th April; died May 1687, in 6th min.
By Christian Udney, his spouse, he had a son, George.—[Archaeol. Scot. i., Sess., Cullen Sess.,
and Dalkeith Presb. Reg.]
1689. ALEXANDER CUMING, bursar to the Presb. for 1684 and 1685 ; deprived by the
Committee of Estates, 14th May, for not obeying the Proclamation, nor praying for King
116 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
William and Queen Mary. In 1701 he had iij" l. merks bequeathed to him by Mr. John
Cuming min, of Birnie. He died in Edinburgh, 26th April 1713, in 61st age.—[Ratho Sess,
Test. (Moray), and Edin. Reg. (Bapt.), Archæol. Scot. i., Acts Parl. ix., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689,
Peterkin's Constitution of the Church.
1688. JAMES WEBSTER, descended from an ancient family in Fife, studied at the Univ. of
St. Andrews, where he made great proficiency. A few days previous to the graduation of the
class, an order came from the Archbishop for his removal, because he did not regularly attend
public ordinances. He was apprehended in 1678 for being present at a conventicle, and de-
tained a prisoner in Dundee for eighteen months. While living peaceably in the house of
Grier of Discanth in 1685 or 6, he was again seized and imprisoned at Dumfries more than
seven weeks, being detained great part of the time with abandoned companions. A third
time he was captured at Edinburgh, but speedily released by Wiscount Strathallan. He was a
probationer at the first meeting of Presbyterian Min. in Lothian and Tweeddale 6th July 1687,
ord. in 1688 to the congregation at Craigmiller (which is said to have been the first meeting-
house opened by the Presbyterians after liberty was granted to them), and appears as the junior
minister of Presb. 25th July of that year. Allowance was given him by the Committee of
Estates, 17th May 1689, to exercise his ministry at the kirk without prejudice to the patron.
Trans. to Whitekirk in 1691.-|Syn., and Sess. Reg., Acts Parl. ix, Archaeol. Scot. i., Wod-
pow’s Hist. ii., Boston's, and Webster's Mem., Edin. Chr. Inst. iii.]
1692. GIDEON JACQUE, A.M., studied and acquired his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh
in 1665; got a ministerial charge in Ireland, adm, before 16th Oct. 1692, returned to Ireland
in 1695, was settled at Wexford, and subsequently removed to Ulster, but refused to take the
Oath of Abjuration in 1703, though he was then without a charge. By his wife, Judith
Haulkchs, he had a son, William.—[Edin. Grad, Sess. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689, Archaeol.
Scot. i., Reid’s Ireland iii.
1697. SAMUEL SEMPLE, A.M., son of Mr. Gabriel S., min. of Jedburgh, studied and took
his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 3rd July 1693 ; ord, 31st Aug. 1697; died 24th Jan.
1742, in 76th age, and 45th min, when debts were due to him of £1721, 11s. 4d. He pro-
posed writing a History of the Church of Scotland, and with this view got a recommendation
from the Gen. Assembly 20th April 1708, 26th April 1709, and 10th May 1710, to the
Presbyteries of the Church for their assistance. It was encouraged by the Lords of the
Treasury, and he had collected a great mass of materials. Wodrow says, “he let me see a vast
many papers, upwards of thirty quires, he had caused copy out of the Bodleian and Cotton
Libraries, and other collections in England.” He marr., Nov. 1701, Elizabeth, daugh. of Sir
Arch. Murray of Blackburony, she died 18th Jan. 1748, aged 77, and had a daugh., Mary,
who marr. John Swinton, Esq. of that Ilk, adv.–LReg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Douglas’ Bar,
Edin. Grad., Presb., Syn., Test, and Edin. Reg. (Marr), Acts of Ass., Archaeol. Scot. i., Wod-
row's Corresp., and Anal., Wew St. Acc. i., Edin. Chr. Inst., Burke's Commoners ii.
1741. JoHN JARDINE, son of Mr Rob. Jardine of Lochmaben, licen. by the Presb. thereof
7th Sept. 1736, app. by George II. 28th Feb., and ord. (assist. and suc.), 30th July 1741 ;
trans, to Edinburgh (Lady Yester's Ch.) 26th Sept. 1750–LPresb. Reg., Archaeol. Scot. i.,
Morren's Ann. i.]
PARISH OF GILMERTON. 117
1751. DAVID MoUBRAY, trans. fr. Currie, called unanimously and adm. 28th May ; died
3rd Oct. same year, in 36th age, and 12th min., distinguished as a preacher by very popular
talents. His widow, Sarah Fordyce, died 12th Dec. 1774, by whom he had George, Account-
ant General at Madras, in the H. E. I. C. S., and Jane, who died in 1775–Presb., and
Test. Reg., Archaeol. Scot. i., &c.] : -
1752. THOMAS WHYTE, son of James W. of Stockbriggs, licen, by the Presb. of Lanark 3rd
June 1747, pres, by George II., and ord. 20th Aug. 1752. He was in the theatre when the
tragedy of Douglas was originally acted, called before the Presb. 12th Jan. 1757 for so doing,
and pleaded “that he had gone to the playhouse only once, and endeavoured to conceal him-
self in a corner to avoid giving offence; expressing his deep sorrow for what he had done, and
firm resolution to be more circumspect for the future.” He was suspended, however, for three
weeks. He died 13th Jan. 1789, in 71st age, and 37th min. He marr., 20th April 1757,
Anne, third daugh. of the Rev. Dan. Bethune, min. of Rosskeen, she died 2nd June 1774 in
48th age, and had seven sons, five of whom survived him, and a daughter—Publications—
Historical Account of the Bethunes of the Island of Sky, Edin. 1778, 8vo. Account of Les-
mahagow (Weekly Mag. xx.), and Account of the Parish (Archæol. Scot. i., abridged Sim-
clair's St. Acc. vi.).—[Presb., and Test. Reg., Carlyle's Autob., Archaeol. Scot. i., M.S. Geneal.
of Bethunes, Tombst, Morren's Ann. ii., Wew St. Acc. i.] -
1789. JAMES GRANT, A.M., son of David G. of Limepots, licen. at Crail by the Presb. of
St. Andrews 8th Sept. 1784; pres. by George III. April, ord, 18th Aug. 1789; died un-
marr. 9th June 1831, in 72nd age, and 42nd min-LPresb., and Syn. Reg.]
1832. WILLIAM PURDIE, a native of Lanark, and licen. by the Presb. thereof 13th May
1839; tutor in the family of Henry Cockburn, Esq., Solicitor-General; pres, by William IV.
in 1831, ord. 26th Jan. 1832; died unmarr. 16th Nov. 1834, in his 30th year, and 3rd
min.—[Presb. Reg.] -
1835. JAMES BEGG, A.M., trans, from Paisley (Middle Ch.), pres, by William IV. (on the
choice of the parishioners), and adm. 25th June. Joining in the Free Secession, and signing
the Demission, he was declared no longer a min. of this Church 5th July 1843. Had D.D.
conferred by Lafayette College, Pennsylvania in 1847, was elected Moderator of the Free
General Assembly 18th May 1865. He marr, 23rd Sept. 1835, Margaret, daugh. of Alex
Campbell, Esq., Sheriff-Substitute, Paisley; and 2ndly, 25th Nov. 1845–Publications—Are
you Prepared to Die, Edin., 1845, feap. 8vo. How to Promote and Preserve the Beauty
of Edinburgh, Edin., 1849, 8vo. Pauperism and the Poor Laws, Edin., 1849, 8vo.
National Education for Scotland practically considered, Edin, 1850, 8vo. Reform in the
Free Church, Edin., 1855, 8vo. Scotland's Demands for Electoral Justice, Edin, 1857, 8vo.
A Hand-Book of Popery, feap. 8vo. The Art of Preaching, Edin, 1863, 8vo. Account of
the Parish (New St. Acc. i.), and many other smaller works,—[Presb. Reg., Smith's Scott.
Clergy iii., &c.] . -
GILMERTON,
opened 20th April 1837, constituted a quaod sacra parish by the Gen. ssembly 28th May 1838, and erected
as such by the Court of Tiends 18th July 1860.
118 DRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
1838. WALTER FAIRLIE, ord, to Whitehaven by the Presb. of Glasgow, 1st Dec. 1819,
adm. 16th Aug. 1838. Having adhered to the Protest, joined in the Free Secession, and signed
the Demission, he was declared no longer a min. of this Church 24th May 1843; died 25th
Nov. 1856, in 37th min. He marr, 11th Feb. 1824, Sarah, daugh. of Adam Bittleston, Esq.,
Maryport, she died 12th Nov. 1858.-Publication—The Lawfulness and Stability of Councils
in the Christian Church. A Sermon, Tond. 1827, 8vo.—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
ST. CUTHBERT'S OR WEST KIRK,
The ancient church and parish of St Cuthbert's was granted in the year 1128 by David I., on its foundation,
to the Abbey of Holyroodhouse.
1560. WILLIAM HARLAW, born at Edinburgh after 1500, and originally bred a tailor
in Canongate. Imbibing the doctrines of the Reformation he took refuge in England
where he was ordained a deacon, became one of the King's Chaplains, and remained
some years. On the death of Edward VI. he returned to Edinburgh in 1553 and engaged in
preaching the gospel in private houses, in 1555 and afterwards he did so publicly. He was
troubled for preaching at Dumfries in 1558, summoned to appear before the Lord Justice at
Stirling 10th May 1559, and denounced rebel for not entering to underly the law, for usurping
the authority of the Church, in taking at his own hand the ministry thereof, within the burgh
of Perth, and places adjoining. He was appointed in 1560, and was a member of the first Gen.
Assembly 20th December. An attempt was made to have him removed, and another presented
by the patron (Robert, Commendator of Holyroodhouse) 25th June 1566 which, being opposed
by the parishioners, became ineffectual. In 1567 his stipend was ij merks, payit by the Abbay
[of Holyrood] of which the Comptroller paid iiijº, pres, to the Vicarage by James VI, 6th
Feb. 1572. Died in 1578. Though “not verie learned, yitt his doctrine was plaine, sound,
and worthie of commendatioun.”—[Know's Works, i. ii., Scott's Reformers, Booke of the Kirk,
Reg. Min, and Assig, Keith, Spotswood, Row, and Calderwood’s Hist. ii., Pitcairn's Cr. Trials i.,
Woodrow’s Miscell, Biog. i., and M.S. Biog., Sime's West Kirk.]
1578. ROBERT PONT, translated from 2d charge, pres, to the Vicarage by James VI.
29th Dec. In 1581 he was elected a third time Moderator of Assembly 24th April,
and after Oct. following appointed to St. Andrews, but from want of sufficient stipend returned
April 1583; was a fourth time elected Moderator of Assembly 10th Oct. thereafter. An
Act of Parliament, 22d May 1584, declared ministers incapable of being employed as judges
or office other than their own vocation, and three days after, on the appointment of the ministers
in and around Edinburgh, he and another protested against that and other Acts then passed,
affecting the constitution and power of the Church. He was deprived accordingly of his seat
on the bench on the 27th, and took flight to England. On his return he was put in ward; but
soon restored to this charge. In 1587, when appointed Bishop of Caithness by James VI., he
referred his case to the Assembly, who found “that corrupt estate or office not agreeable to the
Word of God.” He was Commissioner of Orkney, however, from 1590 to 1601 inclusive.
A fifth time he was placed in the Chair of the Assembly 24th March 1595. When a new
translation of the Scriptures was proposed in 1601, he was ordained by the Assembly to revise
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the metrical translation of the Psalms. “In respect of his great age, long travels in the kirk,
and continuall sickness,” the Gen. Assembly, 15th Nov. 1602, allowed him to “be releivit
from the ordinarie burdein of teaching, vpon condition, he substitute ane in his place quhen
through infirmitie he sall not be able himselfe.” He had a presentment of the death of Queen
Elizabeth, was the first to salute King James on his elevation to the throne of England, 24th
March 1603, and died 8th May 1606, in his 82d year, and 44th min. He marr. Catherine,
daugh. of Masterton of Grange, and had Timothy, min. of Dunnet, celebrated as the first
projector of a Survey of Scotland, Zachary, min. of Bower, Catherine, and Helen spouse
of Adam Blackader of Blairhall; 2dly in 1587, Sarah Denholm, and had a daugh. Beatrix,
wife of Mr Charles Lumisden, min. of Dudingston; 3dly Margaret Smyth, who still sur-
vived 29th Nov. 1627, and had James, Robert and Jonathan. Considering Mr. Robert's
grit charges, labours, and travels, in the affairs of the kirk, and in visiting and planting the
kirks of Orkney and Zetland,” his Majesty, 17th Dec. 1602, bestowed a gift “for lyff, and
efter his deceis to his three (last mentioned) sons, and failing one to the langest liver for seven
years for halding them at the Scholis and mak them abill for ministeri, an yearly pen-
sion of four last cott [chalders] of victual from thirds of the Bishoprick of Orkney,” beginning
crop 1602. His tombstone became a subject of dispute as appears by the following minute of
Privy Council 4th June 1607, “having befoir his death ordered his grave stone with some
Epitaphs thereon, and Marg. Smyth, his relict, on a vain curiositie having removit that stone and
made another, the Kirk Session complaines thereof to the Councill, who preferrs her stone
to his, and discharges the Session to trouble her anent the laying thereof on her husband's
grave.”—Publications—Parvus Catechismus. Andreap, 1573, 12mo. [Wodrow Miscell. i.]
Three Sermons against Sacriledge. Edin., 1599. A Treatise of the right Reckoning of
Yeares and Ages of the World. Edin, 1599, 4to. De Unione Britanniae. Edin.,
1604, 8vo. De Sabbaticorum annorum periodis. Lond, 1619, 4to. Chronologia de Sab-
batis. Lond, 1626, 4to. Translation and Interpretation of the Helvetic Confession, 1566.
Contributions to Second Book of Discipline. Six of the metrical Psalms, Edin, 1565–LReg.
Pres, and Assig, Presb., Sess, Syn., Priv. Counc, Edin. W. E. Sess, and Reg. (Bapt.), Booke of
the Kirk, Wodrow Biog., and Miscell, Melvill's Autob., Sime's West Kirk, Brunton's S. C. J.,
New St. Acc. i., Chambers’ Biog. Dict. iv., Pont's Typog, Row, Spotswood, Cook i., and Calder-
wood's Hist, Baillie's Lett. iii., Crichton's Life of Blackadder.]
- 1603. RICHARD DICKSONE, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh
28th July 1596, licenced to preach in the West Kirk, [probably assistant to the preceding,
27th March 1599, but only adm. helper, with imposition of hands, 2d June 1603. [Mr Pont
protesting that it be not prejudicial to him], pres. to the Vicarage by James VI., 16th April
1607. Having administered the Communion 7th March 1619, in the Presbyterian form,
when many citizens of Edinburgh, leaving their own churches, were partakers, at the instiga-
tion of the ministers of Edin, he was summoned before the Court of High Commission on the
12th following, deprived of his charge and imprisoned in Dumbarton Castle. The Session
agreed 15th April following, to present a supplication to the Synod, or to the Bishop of St.
Andrews, requesting that he might “be permitted to continue the discharge of his ministry
among them as he has done before,” but was ordered 30th July 1624, to be sent to Ireland;
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and 22d Sept. thereafter, when called again before the Privy Council, having received a letter
from the Minister and Magistrates of Dumbarton “testifeing that Mr R.'s wyffe and nine
young bairnes ar all lying deadlie seake of the fever; and his awne letter vpoun his oathe, that
he had not expenss to bring him to this tour,” his case was delayed, and in the year following
he was appointed to Kinneil.—[Edin. Grad, Syn., Sess. Reg., Reg. Pres, Assig, et Sec. Sigill,
Simé's W. Kirk, Livingston's Charac, Row, and Calderwood’s Hist. vii. viii., Orig. Lett., Select
Biog. i., Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin.]
1626. WILLIAM ARTHORE, A.M., trans. fr. 2d charge, pres, to the Vicarage by Charles I.
25th Aug. ; he refused to submit to the Bishop's instructions regarding conformity in the
mode of communion 5th March 1634, subscribed the Covenant in 1638, was a member of the
Commission of Assembly 1642, demitted in 1649, being full of years and not able to supply
the charge 7th Feb. 1650. He died in 1654 aged about 82, in 56th min. He marr. 9th
Feb. 1609, Jane Stewart, in the par. of Strathbrock, and had Rachell, William, Marioun and
Margaret (twins), Jean, Helen, James, Johne, Thomas, Johne, and Elizabeth.-[Sess, Uphall
Sess., and Edin. Reg. Sas., Reg. Pres., et Sec. Sigill, Acts of Ass., Sime's W. Kirk, Ing. Ret,
Gen. 6548,6549, 6777.] -
1649. JAMES REID, A.M., trans. fr. 2d charge, called 16th Aug. He found shelter in
Dundee, when East and Mid-Lothian was overrun by the English army in 1651. Collated
2d Oct. 1662; died toward the end of June 1664, aged about 61. The Insicht and Librarie
were estimat at iſ fi Frie Geir, dettis deducit, jºij. xix. Ii xviis iiijd. He left to the poor
of the par. iij merks, to Mr. Matt. Reid, student of Divinity in the Coll. of Edin, jº
merks. He marr. Agnes Smyth, relict of John Byres of Coittis, and had Agnes, Margaret,
and William, (died June 1664,) John R., merchand burges of Edin., and William R., are
mentioned as his brothers german, and Jonet and Sara R. as his sisters.-[Sess., Test, Edin.
(Bapt., & Bur), and Canongate Reg. (Bur), Reg. Collat., Sinclair's St. Acc. viii., Wodrow's
Hist., Sime's W. Kirk.]
1665. WILLIAM GORDON, trans. fr. Bourtie, Coll. 6th, and adm. 16th April. A mutiny
arose against him in the following month, alleging he had been chiefly instrumental in the
removal of [Williamson] his colleague, when they railed at him and closed the church door,
for which some were imprisoned, and a man and woman scourged through Edinburgh; trans.
to Kintore in 1680.—[Reg. Collat., Sess, Reg., Sime's W. Kirk, Wodrow’s Hist, Wicoll's Diary.]
1680. PATRICK HEPBURNE, A.M., trans. fr. Holyroodhouse, admitted; died about the time
of the Revolution.—[Sess. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk, M.S. Acc. of Min., 1689.]
1687. DAVID WILLIAMSON, A.M., formerly in 20 charge, was denounced as a rebel 6th July
1674, for holding conventicles, and intercommuned 6th Aug. 1675. After the proclamation
of liberty to the Presbyterians, he returned July 1687, when a meeting-house was erected for
him. He was afterwards imprisoned on a false accusation, but liberated and restored in 1689,
He was one of the Commissioners sent by the Church, to congratulate King William on his
accession to the throne, and while at Court attracted the notice of the ladies, on account of his
matrimonial alliances. He was a member of the Assembly 1692, elected Moderator to that of
6th March 1702, and died without painful sickness, generally esteemed, 6th Aug. 1706, aged
about 72, in 45th min. His Library and MSS., was valued at vi" xcvj. ii xiijs, his watch [the
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earliest which any min. seems to have possessed] xxxviii. Inventary and debts, v" iijº
v. li. jsijd. He gifted a dwelling house, 18th Jan. 1700, to his colleague and his successors,
on discharging the feu-duty, iii, ii. yearly during his service of the cure. He marr. Issobell
Lyndsay, who died March 1665, and had William ; 2d. Margaret Scott, and had Margaret, who
marr. James Haswell, merchant, Jedburgh ; 3d. daugh, to Murray of Cherrytrees; 4th.
Margaret Melwing, died Oct. 1692; 5th. Margaret Dugall, and had David, (apprentice in 1713
to a surgeon in Edin.), Mary and William ; 6th. ; 7th, 10th May 1700, Jean Straiton,
and had Arthur, Jean, and Joseph, Advocate, one of the principal City Clerks, and Clerk to the
Commission of Teinds, who died 29th July 1795, in his 90th year, and also a son, John, who be-
came min. of Inveresk, and a daugh. marr. Mr. John Johnston, min. of Arngask, but by which of
the seven wives does not appear.—Publications—[Two single Sermons, Edin. 1696–1703, 4to].
The latter called forth “Some Remarks” (by Dr. Arch, Campbell, of the Non-jurant Church)
1703, 4to.—|Sess., Syn., Presb., Test., Edin. Gen., and Pencaitland Sess., and Edin. Reg. (Marr,
and Bur), Kirkton, and Wodrow’s Hist, and Corresp., Sime's W. Kirk, Scottish Pasquils, Acts.
Parl. xi., Leven and Melv. Pap., S. Presb. Eloq., Scots Mag. lvii.]
1706. THOMAS PATERSON, trans. fr. 2d charge, called 8th and adm. 13th Nov. Died 22d
May 1726, in 30th min. He marr, 27th Nov. 1699, Christian, daugh. of David Pitcairn of
Dreghorn, and had Mary, Helen, Rachel, Christian, and David; 2dly, 6th Oct. 1719, Marion
Hay, relict of John Anderson of Dowhill, late Provost of Glasgow.—[Sess., Presb., & Test. Reg.,
Sime's W. Kirk.]
1726. GEORGE WISHART, A.M., son of Principal W., studied at the Univ. of Edin., and
attained his degree 27th May, 1719, licen. by the Presb., 27th April 1725, called 14th July,
and ord, 24th Nov. 1726 ; trans, to Edinburgh, (Tron Ch.), 3d June 1730–|Reg. Laur. Univ.
Edin., Edin. Grad., Presb. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk, Carlyle's Autob., Wodrow’s Anal. iii.]
1732. PATRICK WEDDERSPOON, A.M., studied and took his degree at the same Univ., 18th
May 1725, ord, Missionary to the Miners, principally from Leadhills and Wanlockhead, with
a few from England and Wales, at Sheunart, now Strontian, where the English language only
was required, as the immediate neighbourhood was almost uninhabited, by the Presb. of Lorn,
22d May 1729, from which he removed the following year. A meeting for a call was held
24th Nov. 1730, and he was pres, by George II., 1st Jan. 1731. After much dispute and
appeals to the Synod and Assembly, his settlement was appointed by the Commission 8th March
1732. At serving the edict on the 12th, by Mr. James Dawson (afterwards his successor), a
violent tumult arose, and on the dismissal of the congregation, several individuals were appre-
hended and imprisoned, and others severely wounded, on which the Kirk Session, (of whom
only nine were favourable to the presentee, while twenty-three were against him,) testified
their abhorrence of such tumultuous risings, especially in the house of God, and on His own day,
and unanimously agreed that the minister intimate his and their dislike of such unwarrantable
mobs and tumults next Lord's day. On the 30th of same month the admission was completed
(under protection of the civil law), to the grief of the other min., over at least six thousand
souls, by the Presb., with a committee of correspondents, Mr. James Burnet, min. of Lasswade,
presiding, as no member of Presb. would do it. It was believed the injurious treatment Mr.
W. received hastened his death, 12th May succeeding, in his 26th year and 3d min. He
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maintained, however, an unblemished character, and with the fortitude and resolution which
belong to genuine principle adhered to what he considered right, in defiance of popular
clamour.—Publication—Sermons on Several Subjects and Occasions (posthumous). Edin.
1733, fep. 8vo.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, Edin. Grad, Sess. Presb., Mull Presb., and Argyll
Syn. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk, Acts of Ass. 1731, 1732, Wodrow’s Anal.]] -
1733. JAMES DAWSON, A.M., trans. fr. Langton, called 28th Dec. 1732, adm. 15th Feb.
following; died 22d Jan. 1735, aged about 33, in 8th min.—[Presb. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk].
1735. THOMAS PITCAIRNES, trans. fr. Lauder, pres. by George II. June, and adm, 16th Oct.
Like his colleague he had the fortitude to pray for his Majesty during the rebellion in 1745,
when the neighbouring city was in possession of those combined against the constituted autho-
rities. He died 13th June 1751, in 32d min, having marr. Mary Redpath, who died 8th
Feb. 1780, and had two sons, William, physician, London, another a major in the army, was
killed early in the American Rebellion, and a daugh. Elizabeth, who died unmarr. in 1809.-
[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk, Carlyle's Autob., Hist. of the Rebell, &c.]
1752. JoHN HYNDMAN, trans. fr. Colinton, pres. by George II., Nov. 1751, adm. 20th Feb.
thereafter ; was appointed Almoner to his Majesty March 1757. Had D.D. conferred, was
elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly 21st May 1761, and trans. to Edinburgh (Lady
Yester's Ch.), 30th Sept. thereafter.—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk]. -
1762. ALEXANDER STUART, trans. fr. S. Leith 2d charge, pres. by George III. 3d Dec. 1761,
adm. 10th June following ; died 5th April 1775, in 45th age, and 20th min. Being an
evangelical preacher, and an eminent Christian, he was greatly esteemed. He marr. in 1756,
and, 2dly, 29th April 1767, Jean Herries, who died 15th Oct. 1792.-[Presb., and Syn. Reg.,
Sime's W. Kirk, dºc.] t
1775. SIR HENRY MONCREIFF WELLWooD, of Tullibole, Bart., trans. fr. Blackford, pres, by
George III. June, and adm. 26th Oct. ; was proposed for the Chair of the Assembly 25th May
1780, in opposition to Henry Spens, D.D., Professor of Divinity, St. Andrews, but defeated
by a majority of 112 to 106, and was elected Moderator of the General Assembly 19th May
1785. Had D.D. conferred by the University of Glasgow June following, and was ap-
pointed Joint Collector of the Ministers' Widows’ Fund 17th Feb. 1784, an office for
which “he was qualified not merely by the fidelity and diligence, but also by a degree of
native Sagacity, and sound judgment, which has been but rarely exemplified, and which
proved of inestimable importance in the management of their concerns ;” was likewise appointed
one of the Chaplains to George, Prince of Wales, Jan. 1785, but declined to accept, in 1793
that of Chaplain in Ordinary to his Majesty, which, at his request, was conferred on his colleague
and brother-in-law. He died, overcome by infirmity, 9th Aug. 1827, in his 78th year, and 56th
min. Not only was he eminent in the faithful discharge of ministerial duty, but on all occasions
he took a lively interest and zealously devoted himself to the business of the Church in her several
judicatories, ever maintaining its polity with manly independence and conscious integrity. In
the affairs of the Society for Propagating Christian Knowledge he took an affectionate interest,
and constantly devoted his best efforts to promote its efficiency. He was also one of the
original members who formed the Society in 1790 for benefiting the Sons of the Clergy; and,
besides, entered zealously into every practical scheme for the amelioration of mankind. He
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marr. 16th Nov. 1772, Susan, eldest daugh. of James Robertson Barclay, Esq., of Keville,
W.S., she died 24th July 1826, and had Archibald, merchant, London, James, a Lord of Ses-
sion and Justiciary, who succeeded to the title and estate, Dr. William, his Majesty's Advocate for
the Admiralty, George, W.S., and two daughters.-Publications—Seven single Sermons, Edin.
1777-1812, 8vo. Sketch of a Plan for Augmenting the Livings of the Ministers of the Church
of Scotland, Edin. 1788, 4to. A Letter to the Contributors to the Fund for Ministers' Widows,
Edin. 1797, 8vo. Memorial to the Trustees for Managing the Ministers' Widows’ Fund, Edin.
1800, 8vo. Remarks on Principal Hill's Speech in the General Assembly, Edin. 1807, 8vo.
Discourses on the Evidence of the Jewish and Christian Revelation, Edin. 1815, 8vo. A c-
count of the Life and Writings of John Erskine, D.D., Edin. 1818, 8vo. Sermons, 3 vols,
Edin. 1805-1831, 8vo. Prepared for the Press Discourses by John Erskine, D.D., Vol. ii.,
Edin. 1804, 8vo. Edited Dr. Henry's History of Great Britain, Vol. vi., and prefixed a Life of
the Author, Lond. 1793, 4to. Contributed Account of the Family of Moncreiff-Wellwood,
[Playfair's British Barontage, iii., Lond. 1811, 4to.] Also Life of Rev. Alex. Murray, D.D.,
to History of European Languages, Edin. 1823, 8vo.—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk,
Playfair's Bar. iii., Thomson, and Dickson's Fun. Serm., Anderson's Edin. Clergy, Edin. Chr.
Inst., W.S., i., Kay's Portr., Cockburn’s Mem., and Life of Jeffrey, i., Haldane's Mem., Cham-
bers’ Biog. Dict, iv., Trustees’ Rep. 1828.]
1828. JoHN PAUL, trans. fr. Maybole, nephew of the preceding, pres, by George IV. 25th
Oct. 1827, adm. 17th April following. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh April
1847, and was elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly 20th May following. He marr. 9th
Tec. 1830, Margaret, daugh. of Mr. Balfour of Pilrig, she died 27th Jan. 1860, and has a son
William, min. of Whitekirk—Publications—Two single Sermons, Edin. 1834-1842, 8vo
Lecture vi. [on Civil Establishments of Religion, Edin. 1835, fep. 8vo.—[Presb., and Syn.
Reg., Sime's W. Kirk, Anderson's Edin. Clergy.]
SECOND CHARGE,
equalized with the First, the distinction done away, and made Collegiate 8th Nov. 1706, which was ratified
by the Presb. 12th of same month.
1574. ROBERT PONT, trans. fr. Elgin, Commissioner of Moray, Provost of Trinity College,
and a Lord of Session, appointed with a stipend of j xlviiii. xviijs. viijd. ; trans, to 1st
Charge in 1578–LReg. Assig., Wodrow’s Miscell, Sime's W. Kirk, M'Crie's Knoa, ii., Cal-
derwood’s Hist.] -
1581. NICOL DALGLEISH, formerly Regent in St. Leonard's College, St. Andrews, attended
the Assembly in Oct., and was also proposed this year for the Principality of King's College,
Aberdeen, but no vacancy took place. Taking an interest in his co-presbyters, the ministers of
Edinburgh, when they fled in 1584, praying publickly for them, and having perused a letter
from one of them, he was imprisoned, called before the Privy Council, tried before the
Court of Justiciary, and convicted, 8th Dec. 1584, of concealing treasonable correspondence,
and a scaffold erected for his execution, but it ended in his being confined in the Castle of St.
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Andrews, where he petitioned his Majesty, was pardoned, released, and returned to his charge.
Got licence to transport himself, as “he could not continue for lack of provisioun,” 12th July
1586, got “ane testimoniall from the haill parochin ;” was trans. 30th Sept. 1588, and settled
at Pittenween in 1589.--|Presb. Reg., Booke of the Kirk, Spotswood, Row, and Calderwod’s Hist.
iii., vi., Pitcairn's Cr. Trials, i., Sime's W. Kirk, Melvill's Autob.]
1586. JAMES DAES, a “Min. that came out of Linlithgowe,” and officiated at Anstru-
ther 19th Dec.-16th Jan. 1585; on the 14th June following he confessed he did not enter by
a common order, as he ought in a Reformed Kirk. Had a call to Kilrenny, 9th August,
but went to Ersiltoun the same year.—[Presb, and Anstruther Sess. Reg.]
1586. WILLIAM AIRD, continued a mason till his twentieth year and had married; was
taught to read English by his wife, and afterwards acquired a knowledge of Latin, Greek and
Hebrew. Having attended the prelection at college, and the study of theology he was speedily
called to the ministry (1584) when he fled with others of his brethren to England, but was
only adm. 13th Sept. 1586. He pronounced the sentence, passed by certain ministers who
met at Edinburgh, against Francis, Earl of Bothwell 18th Feb. 1585, was on the leet for the
ministry of Edinburgh, with fourteen others, 2d June 1596, out of whom four were to be
chosen ; and in 1598 was proposed by Mr Rob. Bruce, to be his colleague if others should fail,
whom he had previously named. At the Assembly, same year, he was one of those who main-
tained that ministers should have no vote in Parliament ; he was also a member of that of
1602. His last appearance was in the Kirk Session 19th July 1606. Being straitened in
circumstances, his Majesty, previous to a meeting of Assembly, where he intended to prepare the
way for Episcopacy, forwarded to him a purse of gold, which he absolutely refused, though in
the utmost privation, considering it as designed for a bribe. Next morning providence rewarded
his fidelity by the generosity of a person unknown leaving several bags of meal for the support
of his family. His son, Mr John, was elected assistant for a time, and subsequently settled at
Newton.—[Sess., Presb., Edin. Counc. x., Syn., and Test. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk, Reg. Assig,
Booke of the Kirk, Melvill's Autob., Calderwood’s Hist., Livingston's Charac., Select Biog. i.,
Craufurd’s Univ.] -
1607. WILLIAM ARTHORE, A.M., trans. fr. Corstorphine, called 20th Sept., and adm. 8th
Oct. He and Mr John Spottiswood were nominated by the Assembly 1602 to visit every one
of the ministrie in the bounds of Cliddisdaill. In 1606 he was one of those who counselled
and held conference with the imprisoned ministers at Linlithgow previous to their trial for
declining the Royal authority in “causes spiritual;” and also one of those who gave in a
supplication and protest to the King and Parliament 27th June 1617, in support of the liberties
of the Kirk. After the five articles of Perth were enjoined, for three years he gave obedience
so far by observing Easter as the time of Communion, though he refused their observance in
the posture of kneeling; for this he and his colleague were summoned before the Court of High
Commission 12th March 1619, but while the other was deprived he was spared, “through
moyen and acquaintance he had among the chief of the Bishops, and for the assurance or hope
they had, he would yield when they urged him.” In 1621 he was chosen as one of four from
whom a minister should be elected for the city of Edinburgh. An honour which he declined
on account of his Non-conformity to the Articles above mentioned. Trans, to the 1st charge
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in 1626.-Sess. Reg., Reg. Assig., Pres, et Sec. Sigill. xcix, Orig. Lett, Calderwood’s Hist. vi.,
viii., Sime's W. Kirk, Bannatyne Miscell. iii.] -
1630. JAMES REID, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 26th
July 1623, pres, by Charles I. 10th March, and adm. 10th Sept. 1630. He preached before
his Majesty 17th Oct. 1641, and was trans. to the 1st charge in 1649.-[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin.,
Edin. Grad, Sess. Reg., Reg. Pres, et Sec. Sigill, cii, Sime's W. Kirk, Balfour's Hist. Works iii.]
1653. PETER BLAIR, A.M., son of Mr Peter B., M.D., studied and was laureated at the
Univ. of St. Andrews in 1646, called 10th March, and adm. 22d June 1653; trans. to
Jedburgh in 1661–Act. Rect, Univ. St. And, Ing. Ret. Gen. 3875, Sess. Reg., Sime's W.
Rirk, Wodrow’s Hist, i.]
1661. DAVID WILLIAMSON, A.M., son of a respectable glover in St. Andrews, studied and
graduated at the Univ. in 1655, was recommended by the masters of the New College 24th
March, and licen. by the Presb. thereof 23d June 1658, became helper to Mr Alex. Balfour,
min. of Abdie in 1659, pres. by Charles II. 18th Sept., and ord. 30th Nov. 1661. Deprived
by the Act of Parliament 11th June, and that of the Privy Council 1st Oct. 1662, for not
conforming to Episcopacy, but continued to 13th April 1665, having refused a call to Glasgow
in June preceding. When preaching his farewell-sermon he declared, “I will return, and die
minister of this kirk.”—[Act Rect. Univ. St. And, Sess., St. Andrew's Presb., Edin. Counc., and
Min, book Reg. Priv. Seal, Sime's W. Kirk, Wicoll's Diary, Wodrow’s Anal., Wilson's Pr. Perth.]
1666. WILLIAM KEITH, of Lentosh, Professor of Divinity in the Univ. of Edinburgh, which
he held in conjunction, coll. 7th and adm. 15th March. Had D.D. conferred, and died Nov.
1675, in 26th min. “His haill Librarie, with furniture, amounted to vij" ii, and Frie Geir
to jºiiij" xxxijii vjs viijd.” “He was wholly mortified and denied to the world, and led a
most severe and ascetical kind of life.” He marr. Christian, second daugh. of Sir George
Johnston of that Ilk. His brother George who succeeded to the estate became executor.—
[Reg. Collat., Sess, and Test. Reg., Playfair's Bar. iii., Douglas’ Bar., Bower's Univ. i., Middle-
ton's Appendia.] :
1677. CHARLEs KAY, A.M., son of Mr Rob. K. min. of Stow, studied and obtained his degree
at the Univ. of Edinburgh in 1668 ; trans. to S. Leith 2d charge, in 1681-[Edin. Grad,
Stow Sess. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk.]
1682. ALEXANDER SUTHERLAND, A.M., a native of Sutherland, studied and took his degree
at the Univ. and King's College of Aberdeen 13th July 1675 ; trans. to Larbert and Duni-
pace in 1686.-[Fasti Aberd, Sess. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk.]
1687. DAVID GUILD, A.M., studied and attained his degree likewise at the Univ. and King's
Coll. of Aberdeen in 1678, adm. in 1687 ; deprived by the Privy Council 16th Aug. 1689,
“as being imposed on the paroch by the Bishop, and for acting as a spy, and otherwise
intelligencer to the Castle of Edinburgh, then besieged, and also having acknowledged that he
married persons, and baptized children in the West Kirk, since the order of Council discharging
him to preach in that place.”—LFasti, Aberd, Sess. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk, Peterkin's Consti-
tution of the Church, MS. Acc. of Min., 1689.]
1691. JoHN ANDERSON, A.M., trans. fr. Earlstoun, admitted ; trans, to St. Andrews 25th
Jan. 1699.-[Sess. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk, Acts of Ass. 1699.] -
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1699. THOMAS PATERSON, trans. fr. Colinton, called memine contradicente, from a leet with
Mr. Tho. Thomson, min. of Ednam, father of the poet, and Mr. John Tait, preacher afterwards
of Kilbucho, 15th Aug., and adm. 18th Oct. ; trans, to the 1st Charge, 13th Nov. 1706.
—[Sess, and Presb. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk.]
1707. NEIL M*WICAR, Chaplain at Fort-William, called 13th Dec. 1706, adm. 1st May
thereafter. He refused to take the oath of adjuration in 1712; was appointed Almoner to
his Majesty in 1729, was pres. by Sir James Campbell of Auchinbreck to N. Knapdale in
1746, which he never thought of accepting, and died 29th Jan. 1747, in 75th age, and 47th
min. Being the only Min. in Edin. who understood the Gaelic language, he was recommended
by the Assembly “to take particular charge of the Highlanders in and about the city, who do
not understand English,” and was thus singularly conducive to their improvement and welfare.
Opposing the law of patronage in common with the popular feeling, the settlement of his
several colleagues was rendered no easy task; and to one of them, indeed, he never gave the
smallest countenance or encouragement. Efforts to change the Crown were twice attempted
during his incumbency, but on both occasions he strenuously supported the constituted authority.
Even after the Pretender had obtained a victory at Preston, and entered triumphant to the
neighbouring city, he ventured to discharge his official duty, preached to a promiscuous and
crowded audience, containing many who were inimical to the sentiments both of himself and
his colleague, prayed earnestly for the reigning monarch, as usual, and referring to the intruding
Prince, petitioned the Almighty “in regard to the young man who had recently come among
them in Search of an earthly crown, he might soon obtain what was far better, a heavenly one.”
Zealous and indefatigable in discharging the duties of his ministry, “few excelled him, in
warmth of devotion, simplicity of manner, or sanctity of life.” He marr. July 1725, Lilias,
daugh. of Alex. Dunbar, W.S., she died 12th Dec. 1732, in 47th age, and had Hugh, min. of
of Dalziel, Jean, spouse of Mr. David Black, min. of Perth, Marion, Patrick, Catherine, Ann,
Rachel, and Archibald ; 2dly, Bridget Balfour, who died 23d Nov. 1764—[Presb., Syn., and
Edin. Reg. (Marr), Sime's W. Kirk, Acts of Ass. 1710, Black's Sermons, Brown's Gosp. Truth,
Hist. of the Rebellion.]
1747. GEORGE KAY, A.M., trans. fr. Dysart. 2d charge; called 9th July, and adm. 3d Sept.;
trans. to Edinburgh (New Greyfriars Ch.), 27th Sept. 1754.—[Presb. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk.]
1753. JAMES MACKIE, trans. fr. St. Ninians, pres, by George T.T., 13th April, and adm. 30th
Aug.; died 13th June 1765, in his 80th year and 46th min., esteemed as an able and evange-
lical minister. Catharine Laing, widow, died 30th Dec. 1770.-Publications—A True and
Impartial Account of the Blowing Up of the Church of St. Ninians, 1746. Answer to Mr.
Hamilton's Testimony.—[Presb, and Syn. Reg., Simó's W. Kirk, Morren's Ann. i.]
1765. JoHN GIBSON, trans. fr. St. Ninians, pres. by George III. July, and adm. 31st Oct.
He was also appointed Chaplain of Stirling Castle April 1766. Had a new church built
which he opened 31st July 1775, and died 30th July 1785, in 32d min. He studied to in-
struct the ignorant, to alarm the secure, to comfort the wounded in spirit, and aimed at higher
things than merely to tickle the ears, or to gratify the curiosity of the hearers. He marr. 20th
March 1755; 2dly, 10th Aug. 1759, Mary, youngest daugh. of James Nimmo, Esq., Cashier
of Excise, she died 4th Feb. 1821, and had Mary, spouse of John Dickson of Culter, Esq.,
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adv., Catherine, sp. of Lieut. Lockhart of 30th Foot, and Elizabeth, sp. of the Rev. Dr. John
Lockhart, one of the Min. of Glasgow.—Publications—Two single Sermons, Edin. 1762-1768,
8vo.—[Presb. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk, Douglas Peer. ii., Erskine's Serm. ii.]
1786. WILLIAM PAUL, trans. fr. Newbattle, pres, by George III. 29th Oct. 1785, adm. 23d
March 1786; appointed one of His Majesty's Chaplains in Ordinary, Oct. 1793, and died 27th
Oct. 1802, in 48th age, and 24th min. His peculiar excellencies as a pastor were fidelity and
fortitude. He marr. 7th April 1783, Susan, only daugh. of the Rev. Sir Will. Moncreiff,
Bart., min. of Blackford, she died 21st Nov. 1828, and had Robert, Secretary to the Com-
mercial Bank, John, min. of St. Cuthbert's, William, accountant, Edinburgh, Henry, account-
ant, Glasgow, and Susan, spouse of Robert Tennent, jun., Esq., merchant, Glasgow.—Publica-
tion—The Influence of the Christian Character upon the Propagation of Christianity, a Ser-
mon, Edin. 1797, 8vo.—[Presb. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk, Bonar's Serm. ii., Playfair's Bar. iii.,
Kay's Portr., Tombst.]
1803. DAVID DICKSON, A.M., prom. fr. Kilmarnock Chapel of Ease, pres. by George III.
29th Dec. 1802, adm. 16th May following. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh
24th June 1824, and died 28th July 1842, in his 63d year, and 41st min. He was indefa-
tigable and zealous in discharging the duties of the pastoral office, advocating the cause and
promoting the interests of benevolent and missionary societies, particularly that of the Scottish
Missionary, where he held the situation of Secretary for many years. He marr. 24th Aug.
1808, Janet, daugh. of James Jobson, Esq., Dundee, and had James Jobson, accountant, Edin-
burgh, Charles, and others—Publications—Five single Sermons, Edin. 1806-1831, 8vo.
Discourses Doctrinal and Practical, 1857, 8vo. Edited, Memoir of Miss Fanny Woodbury,
Edin. 1826, 18mo. Sermons by the Rev. W. F. Ireland, D.D., Edin. 1829. Lectures and
Sermons by the Rev. George B. Brand, Edin. 1841, 12mo, And communicated several articles
to the Edinburgh Encyclopædia, Christian Instructor, and other periodical works,—[Presb, and
Syn. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk, Anderson's Edin. Clergy, New St. Acc. vi., Tombst, Kay's Portr., &c.]
CHAPEL OF EASE,
proposed Jan. 1754, built in 1755, and opened Jan. 1756. Constituted a quoad Sacra by the Act of Gen.
Assembly 31st May 1834, and named Buccleuch parish. During the protracted vacancy from 1808 to
1813, the chapel was supplied by the Rev. Sir H. Moncreiff Wellwood, and David Dickson, ministers of
the parish ; erected as such by the Court of Teinds 3d Feb. 1859.
1758. JAMES Roy, son of John R., gardener, Milton, Carluke, born 6th April 1730, licen. by
the Presb. of Glasgow 2d Oct. 1754, became preacher at Shettleston Chapel of Ease in 1756,
elected by the Kirk Session and Contributors, from a leet, by a majority of 44 to 4, 13th Oct.
1757, as assistant to the ministers of the West Kirk, ord, 13th June 1758; promoted to Pres-
tonpans in 1765-[Sess., Carluke Sess, and Presb. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk, Cleland's Ann, of
Glasg. i., Sinclair's St. Acc. viii.]
1767. JoHN Touch, elected one of the teachers in Heriot's Hospital 10th Dec. 1750, licen. by
the Presb. 26th June 1765, elected by the Kirk Session and principal contributors (from a
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leet made up by the possessors of seats), 3d Jan., and ord. 20th March 1766. Had D.D.
conferred. He was for many years Chaplain of the Grand Lodge of Masons. Being
advanced in life, he demitted, on receiving a suitable annuity 27th Jan. 1808, and died
29th Oct. 1820, in his 82d year and 55th min. He marr. Flora, fifth daugh. of Mr. Murdoch
M“Donald, min. of Durness, she died 23d Sept. 1805, in her 71st year. She must have
been a person of more than ordinary worth, her father stated that when his son obtained the
parish of Kilmore, “much of his success, under God, was owing to the regard for his sister
Flora, who is earnestly solicited to go for Argyle, where she has the prospect of immediate
access to one of the best families in that shire, being recommended to that and other personages
of influence by the gentlemen of that country with whom my children became acquainted at
Edinburgh, and who conceived so well of them, that never was there more kindness (if so much)
shewn to strangers within the sphere of my acquaintance.”—Steven's Mem, of Heriot, Sess, and
Presb. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk, M‘Donald’s MS. Memorials, Kay's Portr, ii. &c.]
1813. HENRY GREY, promoted fr. Stenton, unanimously elected by the Kirk Session Aug.,
and adm. 18th Nov. Had A.M. conferred by the University of Edinburgh 28th April 1818;
and was prom. to Edinburgh (New North Ch.), in Jan. 1821—[Presb. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk,
Edin. Grad, Anderson's Edin. Clergy, Kay's Portr. ii.]
1821. RoBERT GORDON, prom. fr. Kinfauns, unanimously elected by the Kirk Session, Jan.
and adm. 22d Feb. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. and Maris. College of Aberdeen, Nov.
1823; removed to Hope-Park Chapel, Jan. 1824.—[Presb. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk, Anderson's
Edin. Clergy.] -
1824. PATRICK CLASON, prom. fr. Carmunnock, adm. 16th April. Had D.D. conferred by
the Univ. of Glasgow March 1836. By adhering to the Protest, joining in the Free Seces-
sion, and signing the Demission, he was declared no longer a min. of this church 24th May
1843. At the first meeting of the Free General Assembly he was elected joint-clerk, and
Moderator of that of 18th May 1848.-Publications—Considerations on the Propriety of
erecting the Chapels of Ease in the par. of St. Cuthberts into Parish Churches, Edin., 1833,
8vo. Strictures on the Statement of the Central Board of Scottish Dissenters, Two Letters,
Edin., 1835, 18mo. Speech in the Presb. of Edinburgh, Edin., 1839, 8vo. Three single
Sermons, Edin., 1839-1857, 8vo.]—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Acts of Ass. 1843, Sime's W.
Kirk, Anderson's Edin. Clergy.]
STOCKBRIDGE CHAPEL OF EASE, (Now ST. BERNARD's)
opened 16th Nov. 1823, declared a quoad sacra parish by the Act of Gen. Assembly 31st May 1834, named
St. Bernards, and erected as such by the Court of Tiends 19th Nov. 1851.
1823. JAMES HENDERSON, a native of Kelso, studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh ; licen. by
the Presb. of Selkirk, ord, by that of Kelso 4th Sept. 1821 as min. of the Low Meeting,
Berwick-upon-Tweed ; elected by the Kirk Session of St. Cuthberts, adm. 27th Nov. 1823 ;
promoted to Ratho Feb. 1828.-[Presb. Reg., Sime's W. Kirk, Smith's Scott. Clergy, i.]
1828. JAMES MARTIN, A.M., prom. fr. Glenisla, unanimously elected by the Kirk Session
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of St. Cuthberts, adm. 16th May ; prom. to Edinburgh (St. George's Ch.) Oct. 1831—[Presb.
Reg., Discourses, Sime's W. Kirk, Anderson's Edin. Clergy.]
1832. JAMES MACFARLANE, A.M., prom. fr. Stirling 3rd charge ; nominated by the Kirk
Session of St. Cuthberts 30th Nov. 1831, adm. 12th Jan. following ; trans, to Dudingston 31st
March, and adm. 18th May 1841. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Glasgow 14th Feb.
1848 ; was elected Moderator of the General Assembly 18th May 1865. He married
15th July 1841, Agnes Jane, daugh. of Alex, Goodsir, Esq., Secretary to the British
Linen Company, and has John, and others.-Publications—(Three single Sermons, Edin,
1839-1863, 8vo.) A Nation's True Glory, 1838. Remarks on the Tracts lately published
on the Intrusion of Ministers on reclaiming Congregations, Edin., 1839, 8vo. Tetter to Sir
James Graham on the Proposed Abolition of Tests, Edin. 1845, 8vo. The late Secession
from the Church of Scotland, Edin., 1846, crown 8vo. A Glance at the Temple, Edin., 1847,
crown 8vo. The Church and the Nation, Edin., 1849, feap. 8vo. A Letter on University
Tests in Scotland, Edin., 1852, 8vo. Another Contribution to the Times: being Three
Letters on Popery and its Tendencies, Edin., 1854, 8vo. The Disciple whom Jesus Loved,
Edin., 1854, crown 8vo. India Mission of the Church of Scotland, Edin., 1856, 8vo. The
Railway, Edin., 1863. Sermon W. (Church of Scotland Pulpit i.)—[Presb., and Sym. Reg.,
Anderson's Edin. Clergy, &c.]
HOPE PARK CHAPEL OF EASE, OR NEWINGTON,
opened as a Chapel of Ease 4th Jan. 1824 ; declared a quoad sacra parish by the Act of Gen. Assembly
31st May 1834; named Newington, and erected as such by the Court of Tiends 16th March 1859,
1824. Robert Gordon, D.D., prom. from St. Cuthbert's Chapel, elected by the Kirk Ses-
sion of St. Cuthberts 1823, adm. 5th Jan. following; prom. to Edinburgh (New North Ch.)
Sept. 1825.-[Presb. Reg., Sºme’s W. Kirk, Anderson’s Edin. Clergy.]
1826. JoHN FoRBES, a native of Dunkeld, studied at the Univ. of St. Andrews, became
Mathematical tutor in the Academy at Perth, licen. by the Presb. thereof 27th April 1825,
elected by the Kirk-session of St. Cuthbert's, ord, 16th Nov. 1826; resigned (which was
accepted) 26th Nov. 1828, having been called to Glasgow Outer High Church.-[Presb.
Reg., Sime's W. Kirk, Anderson's Edin., and Smith's Scott. Clergy i.]
1829. DAVID RUNCIMAN, A.M., born at Wanton-walls, Lauderdale, educated at the parish
school of Lauder, studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, licen. by his native Presb. Sept. 1826,
became assistant to the Rev. John Hunter, min. of Swinton, nominated by the Kirk-session
of St. Cuthbert's in Sept., and ord. 24th Dec. 1829; trans. to Glasgow (St. Andrew's Ch.) 4th
April, and adm. 2d May 1844. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Glasgow 1st May 1849,
said to be “probably the most natural orator in Glasgow of his day, where, although one of the
worst localities and parishes in the city, he very rapidly attracted a numerous and attached
congregation in a church where little was left except empty pews.” He marr. 16th Aug.
1836, Janet Aitchison, and had a son, Will. Aitchison, who died at Port Natal in 1864, and
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David, min. of Leslie.—Publications—Life or Death, a Sermon, Glasg. 1845, 8vo. History
of St. Andrew's Church. Marriage and Married Life.—[Presb, and Syn. Reg., Sime's W.
Kirk, Anderson’s Edin., and Smith's Scots Clergy i.
GARDNER'S CRESCENT CHAPEL OF EASE, OR ST. DAVID’S,
Opened 29th May 1831, constituted a quoad Sacra parish by the Gen. Assembly 30th May 1836, and
named St. David's.
1837. JoHN A. C. TANNOCH, studied at the Univ. and Maris. College of Aberden, licen. by
the Presb. 29th April 1835, nominated by the Kirk-session of St. Cuthbert's in 1836, ord.
9th Feb. 1837; trans. to Kinross 1st, and adm. 27th Sept. 1842, and to Glammiss 31st Oct.
1844. Had D.D. conferred by the Marischal College 19th April of same year. He marr.
4th June 1844, Anna Macpherson, and had a daugh, Mary Jane, who died in 1855.-[Presb.
Reg., Kay's Portr. ii., &c.]
ROXBURGH PLACE,
Formerly a Chapel of Relief, received into Communion 26th June 1833, declared a quoad sacra par. by
the Act of Gen. Assembly 31st May 1834, Constitution revised by the Gen. Assembly 29th May 1837,
and 27th May 1839.
1833. JoHN JoHNSTON, A.M., son of John J. of Edin, educated at the Grammar School,
Canongate, studied at the Univ. of the city, became tutor successively in the families of Gor-
don of Cluny and Millar of Balnair, licen. by the Presb. of Relief 12th July 1807, ord, to the
third congregation 14th July 1808, then assembling in Carrubber's Close, and afterwards
here. In 1829 some members of the congregation proposed introducing an organ, with a
view of improving the music in divine Service, to which he made no objection, and it was
accordingly introduced 18th Jan. Very soon after a determined spirit of opposition was created
against it in the neighbouring congregations, and the circumstance brought before the presby-
tery. Not content with their sentence of delay for three months, contrary to all forms of
ecclesiastical procedure at that stage, they presented memorials to their Synod, who, consider-
ing it a dangerous innovation in public worship, enjoined Mr J. “instanter to give up the use
of the organ; and should he not comply with their injunctions, that his name should be
struck from their roll.” In consequence of these proceedings he and his congregation re-
nounced connexion with the Synod of Relief 17th May following. In this isolated state he
and his flock remained four years, when they mutually resolved to petition for admission into
the Church of Scotland, which being graciously received, the necessary steps taken, and the
organ disused, he was received as a licentiate and minister 26th June, and intimation given
11th July that the congregation were admitted as a Chapel of Ease, agreeably to their request.
His labours, however, were speedily closed; in visiting a relation at Perth and preaching in
the Middle Church, he was seized with illness in the pulpit on the 1st, and died 3d Sept.
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1833, in his 50th year and 26th min. In closing his sermon on the 15th, his friend Dr.
Dickson characterized him as “a man of talent, of learning, of Sound and discriminating judg-
ment, of a strong and powerful mind, one who was conscientious and diligent, and had his
heart in his work.” He marr. 4th Sept. 1812, Elizabeth, daugh. of Mr. John Hume, land-
surveyor, she died 12th Jan. 1864, by whom he had two daughters.-Publications—The
Gospel of the Kingdom to be Universally Preached, a Sermon, Lond. 1818, 8vo. Address
to the Relief Congregation, Kelso, Edin. 1829, 8vo. Two Sermons, preached in Roxburgh
Place, Edin. 1832, 8vo. Sermons, with a Biographical Memoir, Edin. 1834, 8vo.—[Presb.
Reg., Sermons, Acts of Ass. 1833, Wew St. A c. xviii., &c.]
1834. JAMES CHARLEs FowlFR, A.M., licen. by the Presb. of Aberdeen 23d July 1828
elected from a leet of three June, and ord. 7th Aug. 1834; trans. to Glasgow (St. Luke's)
22d Feb. 1837-LPresb. Reg.] -
THE DEAN,
Opened in 1836, and constituted a quoad Sacra parish by the Gen. Assembly 30th May that year.
1836. JAMEs KEITH HAY, licen, by the Presb. of Dunblane 18th Sept. 1832, nominated by
the Subscribers June, and ord, 18th Aug. 1836; deposed 30th March 1842, for immorality.—
[Presb. Reg.]
ST. PAUL’S, ST. LEONARDS,
Erected at the expense of Agnes, daughter of Thomas Hunter, Esq. of Glencarse (who died 10th
July 1859, in her 87th year), constituted a quoad sacra parish by the Gen. Assembly 30th May 1836, and
28th May 1838, and opened 4th Dec. 1836. From the terms of Miss Hunter's endowment, the Chapel
remained with the Secession.
1838. RoBERT ELDER, A.M., trans, from Killin, nominated, adm. 11th Oct. By adhering
to the Protest, joining in the Free Secession, and signing the Demission, he was declared no
longer a min. of this Church 24th May 1843; and was adm. to Free Rothesay West Ch.,
17th June 1847. He marr, 4th April 1838, Margaret Robson.—Publications—Danger of
Spiritual Ignorance, a Sermon, Edin. 1841, 8vo. Lecture V. (On the Conversion of the
Jews, Edin. 1842, fep. 8vo)—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Smith's Scott. Clergy iii., &c.]
MORNINGSIDE.
The Presbytery found, 15th Oct. and 12th Nov. 1588, it to be an old parish, and craved a stipend
might be appointed. It remained in the same state, however, till constituted a quoad sacra parish by the
Gen. Assembly 19th May 1838.
1839. GEORGE SMEATON, licen, by the Presb. 28th March 1838, employed as Missionary in
the par. of N. Leith, elected 31st Dec. following, ord, 14th March 1839; trans, to Falkland
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26th Aug. and 18th Sept. 1840. By joining in the Free Secession and signing the Demission,
he was declared no longer a min. of this Church 16th June 1843, adm. to Auchterarder Free
Ch. same year, appointed a Professor in the Free College, Aberdeen, in 1854, and Professor of
Exegetic Theology in the Fr. College, Edinburgh, in 1857. He marr. 24th Nov. 1840–
[Presb. Reg.]
CRAMOND,
A mensal or patrimonial kirk previous to the Reformation, which belonged to the Bishop of Dunkeld.
[George Lundie is mentioned by Calderwood (iii., 47) as minister 6th Aug. 1575. He
was then at Talmeny, however, and with “Dummany” had Oldcathie, Abircorne, and Cramond,
in charge till 1597–Reg. Assig.] -
1578. PATRICK SYMPSOUNE, translated from Spott; trans. to Tranent.—[Wodrow’s MS.
Biog. iv., Test. Reg.] -
1580. JoHN SPOTTISWOOD, translated from Lesmahagow; translated to Mordington in 1581.
—[Reg. Assig.]
1582. PATRICK SYMPSOUNE, A.M., translated from Tranent. He was summoned 2d Nov.
1584, with all other min, between Stirling and Berwick to appear before his maternal uncle
Patrick, Archbishop of St. Andrews, and subscribe obedience; he, and many others, however,
firmly refused. He was craved for Edinburgh 2d April, but his translation was refused 11th
June 1588; was a member of the Assemblies May 1586, June 1587, Aug. 1588, and Aug.
1590; was adm. to the Vicarage 30th Aug. 1586, and pres. by James VI, 24th May 1587,
and was also one of those named by the Privy Council, 6th March 1589, for the maintenance
of the true religion in the Sheriffdom of Edinburgh. Trans. to Stirling 7th Aug. 1590-
[Reg. Assig., and Pres., Booke of the Kirk, Wodrow’s Miscell, and M.S. Biog. iv., Row, and
Calderwood's Hist. V., Fleming's Fulf of Scripture, Select Biog. i., Presb. Reg.] -
1590. MICHAEL CRANSTON, trans. fr. Liberton, and adm., Coll. to the Vicarage Feb. 1592, to
which he was pres, by his Majesty 20th March 1603; called to Leith in July, but inclining
to remain they desist from further pursuit of him 14th Aug. 1593, called to Tanark in 1597,
but 9th Aug. Sufficient provision was made for him to remain. In 1596 he was called “a verie
forward minister,” and imprisoned (for stirring up a tumult and uproare in Edinburgh on the
17th), 20th Dec. In 1603, on the union of the crowns, he was one of the min.
who met his Majesty “on their knees, and prayed for him,” at Haddington, on his way to
London; and also one of those who met at Linlithgow in 1606 to confer with “the imprisoned
ministers” previous to their trial, for declining his Majesty's authority in “causes spiritual.”
He died in 1631, upwards of fifty years in the min. His opinions changed greatly as he
advanced in life, for while at one time “he could not swallow a gnat,” at length “he could
swallow camels,” and became “key cold.” He marr. Agnes, sister of Mr. James Mureheid,
min. of N. Leith, and had Jean, William, and Margaret, who marr. Mr. Basilie, min of Cor-
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storphine.—[Reg. Assig., and Pres, Presb., Syn., and Test. Reg., Melvill's Autob., Calderwood's
Hist, v-vii., Orig. Lett. i., Wood's Hist, of Cramond, Sed. Book of Teinds.]
1631. WILLIAM KING, A.M., prom. fr. Regent in the University of Edinburgh ; died June
1632, in his 44th year, and 1st min. “A very eloquent and able preacher.” He marr. a
sister of Mr Alex. King, adv. ; 2ndly, 29th Aug. 1616, Margaret, daugh. of Rich. Casse of
Fordel, she died Nov. 1620, and had William, Jean, spouse of Mr. Geo. Trotter, writer, and
Margaret ; 3rdly, Margaret, daugh. of And, Cowper, writer, she died in 1645, and had Wil-
liam and Alexander (who both died young), Margaret, Issobell, and Marie—Publication.—
Two Poems in 1617 (The Muses Welcome).-ICraufurd’s Univ., Test, and Edin. Reg. (Marr,
and Bapt.), Ing. Ret. Gen. 1908, 3098,-de Tut. 355, 356, 1338, 1339, 1340, Wood's Hist.
of Cramond, Dempsteri Hist. Eccl. ii.
1635. WILLIAM CoIVILL, A.M., son of Robert C. of Cleish, and brother of Robert, Lord
Colvill of Ochiltree, studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrew's, in 1617;
he was elected by the Town Council second min. of the N.E. par. (Trinity College), 6th May
1635, though it proceeded no farther. He was pres. by the Town Council of Edin. to the
2d charge in Greyfriar's 5th Jan. 1638, and was a member of the Gen. Assembly same year.
Trans. to Edinburgh (Trinity College), Jan. 1639.-[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Edin. Counc.
Reg. xiv. xv., Wood's Cramond, Kirk Pap., Wodrow MSS. lxiii., Baillie's Lett. i., Guthrie's
Mem., Stevenson's Hist. ii., Murray's Life of Rutherford.]
1640. WILLIAM DALGLEISCHE, A.M., trans. fr. Kirkmabreck, adm. 16th Jan. ; named one of
the Commissioners for visiting the Univ. of St. Andrew's and Edinburgh in 1649. Deprived
for non-conformity to Episcopacy in 1662, and died about 1676, aged about 77. He marr.
Elizabeth Colvill, and had a son, James, another son, Mr. John, min. of Roxburgh, was served
heir to his father 16th Sept. 1676.-|Wood's Cramond, Sess., and Syn. Reg., Acts Parl. vi.,
Wodrow’s Hist. i., Ing. Ret. Gen. 5933, Murray's Life of Rutherford.]
1663. JoHN HAMILTONE, A.M., prom. fr. Regent in St. Leonard's College, St. Andrew’s,
passed trials, and got a certificate to the Archbishop for ordination 11th March, and was adm.
before 31st July ; translated to S. Leith Sept. following.—[Anderson's House of Hamilton,
Lamont's Diary, St. Andrew's Presb. Reg., Reg. Collat.]
1664, ALEXANDER YouNg, trans. fr. Dalmeny, translated to St. Andrews (Archdeaconry)
in 1665.-[Sess., and Edin. Reg. (Marr), Wood's Hist. of Cramond, Lamont's Diary.]
1666. DAVID FALCONER, A.M., prom. fr. Regent, St. Leonard's College, St. Andrews, passed
trials for license before the Presb. of St. Andrews, and got a testimonial to the Archbishop,
17th Aug. 1665, adm. in 1666; promoted to the Professorship of Divinity la St. Mary's
College, St. Andrews, in 1673–LSess, and St. Andrew's Presb. Reg., Wood's Hist. of
Cramond, Lamont's Diary.]
1674. JoHN SOMERVELL, A.M., trans. fr. Mid-Calder, and adm.; deprived by the Committee
of Estates, 2d May 1689, having “acknowledged that he has not read the Proclamation, nor has
prayed for King William and Queen Mary, as is appoynted therein, and that he would not
undertake to give obedience;” he died in poverty at London, 1691. His Frie Gier amounted
to lxxiijii. xviijs. iiijd., certain merchant goods bought be him in London, and sent to Holland,
j” lxviijli, ane parcell of hats from London, j” lxxxii. He marr, 5th Feb. 1674, Katharine,
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daugh, of Mr John Brown, writer, she survived him, in whose right he entered burges and
guild-brother of Edin., 27th Feb. 1689, she succeeded to the Escheit of his estate, 26th Jan.
1692, by her he had James, Hugh, William, Anna, John, and Robert—[Sess., Test., and
Edin. Reg. (Marr., and Bapt.), Acts Parl. ix., Wood's Hist, of Cramond, Min. Book Reg. Priv.
Seal v., Fountainhall's Dec. i., Peterkin's Constitution of the Church.]
1691. JoHN HAMILTON, A.M., son of Mr. Arch. H., min. of Wigton, studied and attained
his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh in 1668, had been ordained to the Presbyterian congre-
gation at Comber, and came to Scotland in 1689, trans, to Edinburgh (Tron Ch.) 7th Sept.
1692-[Edin. Grad, Colinton Sess. Reg., Wood's Cramond, Reid’s Ireland, ii., iii.]
1694. WILLIAM HAMILTON, son of Gavin H. of Airdrie, a branch of the family of Preston,
called 14th Aug. and ord, 26th Sept., loosed in order to his being adm. Professor of Divinity
in the Univ. of Edinburgh, 21st Sept. 1709.-[Anderson's House of Hamilton, Presb., and
Sess, Reg., Wood's Cramond, Edin. Chr. Inst., xxv.]
1712. JAMES SMITH, trans. fr. Morham, called 3d Aug. 1711, adm. 16th Jan. following;
elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly 9th May 1723; trans, to Edinburgh (New North Ch.)
3d June 1730.-[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Wood's Cramond.]
1731. RobHRT HAMILTON, fourth son of Mr William, above-mentioned, born 19th May
1707, educated at the High School, and studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, licen. by the Presb
30th Sept. 1730, called 10th Dec. following, ord, 30th March 1731; trans, to Edinburgh
(Lady Yester's) 30th June 1736–LPresb. Reg., Wood's Cramond, Bower's Univ. ii., Edin. Chr.
Inst. xxv., Morren's Ann. ii., &c.]
1737. GILBERT HAMILTON, ninth and youngest son of the foresaid Mr William, studied at
the Univ. of Edinburgh, lic. by the Presb. of Dalkeith 7th Sept. 1736, pres, by John, Earl of
Ruglen 21st Dec. thereafter, ord. 28th March following ; had D.D. conferred, was elected
Moderator of the Gen. Assembly 19th May 1768, and died 17th May 1772, in his 58th year,
and 36th min. Easy, affable, and plain in his manners, he stood high in the esteem of the better
order of his parishioners. He marr. 4th March 1754, Margaret, daugh. of John Craigie, of
Dumbarnie, Esq., and had Mary, spouse of Mr. Will. Dinwiddie, Manchester, and Susan, sp.
of Mr. Patrick Anderson, W.S.—Publications—The Disorders of a Church and their Remedies,
a Sermon, Edin. 1752, 8vo.-Presb., and Syn. Reg., Wood's Cramond, &c.]
1773. CHARLEs STUART, son of James S. of Dunearn, Esq., and a lineal descendant of the
Good Regent (Moray) licen, by Presbyterian Dissenting ministers in and about London, 25th
Aug. 1772, and enrolled as a preacher by the Presb. of Edinburgh, 30th Sept. following, pres.
immediately by Willielma Lady Glenorchy, ord. 27th April 1773. Entertaining scruples
about Church Government, he resigned 27th Feb. 1776, which was accepted 17th May there-
after. He formed a congregation in Edinburgh, which was ultimately dissolved, studied medi-
cine, took the degree of M.D. at the Univ., 12th Sept. 1781, practising afterwards as a
physician, and died 28th May 1826, in 80th) age, and 54th min. He succeeded to the pater-
nal estate, and marr. 29th Oct. 1773, Mary daugh. of the Rev. Dr. Erskine of Edin., she died
12th April 1817, and had James, Writer to the Signet, who succeeded to the estate, unfor-
tunately was engaged in the fatal duel with Sir Alex. Boswell, and left the country, and
Christian, who died in 1819, &c.; 2dly, 18th Jan. 1819, Margaret, youngest daugh. of Alex.
CORSTORPHINE. - 135
Parlane, Esq., surgeon, Glasgow.—Publications—The present state of human nature accord-
ing to the Word of God, Edin. 1773, 8vo. The distinction between the kingdom of Christ
and the kingdoms of this world, and applied to confirm the loyalty and assert the liberty of
Christians, a sermon, Edin. 1777, 8vo. Dissertatio Medica inauguralis De systematis nervosi
officiis, Edin. 1781, 8vo.; he also edited the Edinburgh Quarterly Magazine 1798-1800,
12mo-[Presb. Reg., Douglas Peer ii., Wood's Hist, of Cramond, Haldane's Mem., Kay's
Portraits, &c.] -
1776. ROBERT WALKER, son of the Rev. Will. W., one of the min. of the Scottish Ch.,
Rotterdam, licen. by the Presb. 24th April 1776, pres. by Willielma Lady Glenorchy and
ord. 21st Nov. Same year; trans. to the Canongate 4th Aug. 1784.—[Presb. Reg., Wood's
Hist. of Cramond.] .*
1785. ARCHIBALD BONAR, trans. fr. Glasgow (North West Ch.) pres. by Willielma Lady
Glenorchy Sept. 1784, adm. 21st April thereafter; died 8th April 1816, in his 64th year, and
38th min. Distinguished by his diligence in all the duties of the ministry. His discourses
being remarked for enlarged views of evangelical doctrine, and a deep knowledge of the Chris-
tian life. He marr. 15th Aug. 1782, Bridget, daugh. of the Rev. David Black, one of the
min. of Perth, she died 4th Jan. 1787; 2dly, 16th Aug. 1792, Anne Bonar, a relative, who
died 8th May 1861, in her 94th year, and had Arch., banker in Edin., John, who died young,
Elizabeth, and John, min. of Larbert.—Publications—Genuine Religion the best friend of the
people, Edin. 1796, 12mo, Sermons, 2 vols. Edin. 1815-1817, 8vo.—[Presb., and Sess. Reg.,
Sermons ii., Wood's Cramond, &c.]
1816. GEORGE MUIRHEAD, trans. fr. Tysart, pres. by William Ramsay, Esq. of Barnton—and
adm. 24th Oct. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Glasgow, 8th Nov. following. By join-
ing in the Free Secession (of which he was the Father, or senior min.) and signing the Demission,
he was declared no longer a min. of this church, 21st June 1843, and died 5th April, 1847,
in his 84th year, and 59th min. He marr. 27th Aug. 1807, Maxwell, daugh. of the Rev.
Dr. Fleming of Edinburgh, she died 18th Aug. 1854, and had Patrick Thomas, min. of the
Free Ch., Kippen.—Publications—(Four single Sermons), Edin. 1817,-Stirling 1827, 8vo.
Pastoral address to the inhabitants of Cramond parish, Edin. 1837, 18mo. Hints respecting
the low state of vital Godliness among professing Christians. Account of Dysart [Sinclair's
St. Acc. xii.] Lecture I. [On Conversion of the Jews, Edin. 1842, fep. 8vo.]—[Pres. Reg., &c.]
CORSTORPHINE,
This Church, dedicated to St. John the Baptist, and made Collegiate by Sir John Forrester, in 1429,
previous to the Reformation belonged to the Abbey of Holyrood House.
1589. JoHN NIMMILL, or NYMBILL, A.M., formerly of Keith Marischal, trans, to Cranston
in 1590.-Reg. Assig.
1590. ANDREW FORRESTER, trans. fr. Penicuik. In 1593 Gogar was also under his care,
pres, by James VI.; his stipend in 1594 was xl. ii ; trans, to Dunfermline in 1598.-[Reg.
Assig., & Pres. (Caut), Presb., & Test. Reg.]
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1599. WILLIAM ARTHORE, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
12th Aug. 1592, adm. 8th June 1599. At a visitation by the Presb., 16th Oct., thereafter
a complaint was made that he was “overleirnit a man for thame.” It was found “Mr Will.
edifiet them, but that he suld be mair plain to the people in deliverie,” though “he was honest
in lyf, and careful in discharging his dewtie.” At the same time it was ordained by the Presb
“that the parishioners of Gogar sall come to Corstorphine one day, and those of Corstorphine
sall go to Gogar another,” and they again ordain 10th June 1600, the two several parishioners
to attend each other per vices, as those of Corstorphine refuse to give any more than they now
give. He was nominated to his Majesty by the Assembly, 15th May 1601, for supplying
the kirks in Nithsdale. Trans, to St. Cuthberts in 1607–LReg. Laur. Univ. Edin, Edin.
Grad., Reg. Assig., Presb., & Syn. Reg., Booke of the Kirk, Calderwood's Hist., Wew St. Acc. i.]
1607. RoPERT RUTHERFORD, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
1st Aug. 1590, adm. 14th Oct. 1607; died 25th April 1616, aged about 46, in 9th min. His
librarie was estimat. at j fi, utencils, &c., at xl. ii ; awand for the maill of his house in Corstor-
pheine, for 1616, xlii.; Frie Geir, dettis deducit, jº lxxviii ii. By Christian Dick, who survived
him, he left four daugh, Katherine, Isobel. Margaret and Agnes.—|Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin,
Edin. Grad, Reg. Assig., Haddington Presb., and Test. Reg.]
1617. RoPERT LYNDSAY, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St Andrew's,
28th July 1610; died April 1624, aged about 34. His utencils were estimat. at xxx fi ;
awand for house-mail, 1624, lii. Frie Geir, d.d., xciijii. v.js. viijd, awand be his successor for
repairing the manssiij merkis. By Elizabeth Abercrombie, his wife, who survived him, he had
David, Helen, and David.—[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, S. Leith Sess., Test., & Edin. Reg. (Bapt.)
1626. DAVID BASILIE, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of St. Andrews, July
1612 ; died in 1654, aged about 62. His librarie was estimat. at j merkis. He had six
silver spwnes weighand sex vince weight. Twa littil luggit dishes, and twa silver tasses,
weighand xij. Vnces weight, pryce of ilk vnce l. sh., summa v ii. Summa Inventar, and debts
vij" xlviijii. iijsh. iiijd. He marr. Margaret, daugh, of Mr Michael Cranston, min. of Cramond,
she survived him, and had a son George and four daugh., of whom Christian marr. James
Scott, merchand burges of Edinburgh.--|Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Sess., St. Cuthbert's Sess., and
Test. Reg., Sed-book of Teinds, Edin. Sasines, and Reg. Old Dec. ii.
1655. RoPERT HUNTER, A.M. studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
July 1643, (another of the name was graduated at the Univ. of Glasgow same year) called
11th June 1654, ord. 11th April following. Deprived by the Act of Parliament, 11th June,
and that of the Privy Council, 1st Oct. 1662, for not conforming to Episcopacy.—|Reg. Lawr.
Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad, Sess. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist, Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii.] .
1664. WILLIAM OGSTONE, D.D., formerly of Colinton, Coll. 19th March. Probably he was
infirm, as the Register is unsigned, and he does not appear to have taken charge, it being
mentioned after the former min. “gave over to preach, the church lay vacant till 1665, so that
the children were baptised in other churches for the most part.” He died in Dec. 1667. He
marr. Isabel Ewen, by whom he left a daugh. Rachel—[Reg. Collat, Sess, and Test. Reg.,
Wodrow MSS. lxiii.] -
1665. THOMAS MoUBRAY, A.M., formerly of Campvere, Coll. 23d Feb., and adm, 13th
CORSTORE’HINE. I 37
March ; died May 1666, aged about 41. The utencils were estimated at xx merkis, and the
Frie Geir, dd. at iij xvijli. He marr. Sarah Cranstoune, or Brampston, and had a daugh.
Margaret, and a posthumous son Thomas. Publication—The honour of Kings vindicated and
asserted, a Sermon, Middleburgh, 1663, 4to.—[Reg. Collat., Sess, and Test. Reg.]
1666. ARCHIBALD CHEISHOLME, A.M., trans. fr. Newbattle, pres. by James Lord Forrester
of Corstorphine. Coll. 21st Nov., and adm. 7th Dec ; died in 1670, aged about 37, in 7th
min. He marr. Margaret, daugh. of Mr Oliver Colt, min. of Inveresk, she died before 23d
April 1680, and had a daugh. Jean.—[Reg. Collat., Sess., and Test. Reg., Malcolm's House of
Drummond.]
1670. JoHN PRINGLE, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 6th
March 1669, pres. by James Lord Forrester of Corstorphine, ord, and coll. 23d and adm. 24th
July. (No reason is assigned for his disappearance)—[Reg. Collat., Sess. Reg.]
1672. GEORGE HENRY, A.M., trans. fr. Stonykirk, pres. by James, Lord Forrester of Cor-
storphine, ord, 9th May. He was subsequently obliged to prosecute the patron for oppression,
in discharging his tenants to attend church, and go to the meeting-house. Deprived by the
Committee of Estates 10th May 1689, for not reading the Proclamation, nor praying for King
William and Queen Mary, as enjoined. He died in Edinburgh, 17th April 1723, in his 92d
year, “a man of gravity and prudence.” He marr. Nov. 1649, Margaret, only daugh. of Geo.
Lundie, town-clerk of Dysart, and had John, William, Margaret, Edward, Mary, Janet, and
Hugh.-[Sess, Test. (St. And), Edin. Guild, and Reg. (Bur), Fountainhall's Diary, M.S. Acc.
of Min. 1689, Acis Parl. ix., Monro's Apology, Peterkin's Constitution of the Church.]
1689. ROBERT LAW, A.M., 16th March ; (probably only officiating for a time, and perhaps
the late min. of N. Kilpatrick).-[S. Leith Reg. (Bapt.)] - -
1692. ARCHIBALD HAMILTON, A.M., son of Mr. Arch. H., min. of Wigton, studied and was
laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 28th Aug. 1683, ord, to the Presbyterian Congregation
at Wycombe, Buckinghamsh., in 1688, adm. in 1692; died 30th April 1709, aged about 46,
in 21st min., “a faithful and successfull minister.” His Only daugh., Sarah, marr. Mr. John
Henrick, min. of the Dissenting Chapel, at Wrexham, Denbighsh, and died 22d Oct. 1775,
aged 80–LEdin. Grad, Sess., and Presb. Reg., Hart's Journal.]
1709. GEORGE FoRDYOB, licen. by the Presb. 22d April 1708, called 29th July, and ord.
18th Oct. 1709 ; died 30th Aug. 1767, in his 85th year, and 58th min.—[Presb., and Sym.
Reg., &c.]
1768. JoHN CHEISLIE, trans. fr. Abercrombie, having been very serviceable to Mr. Alex-
ander of Clermiston, in his canvass for the Anstruther District of burghs, was, through his
influence, pres. by Sir Alexander Dick of Prestonfield, Bart., adm. 23d Nov. 1768. By
introducing the Paraphrases in public worship, he gave offence to various individuals, who
formed a Secession Congregation at Sighthill, afterwards removed to Slateford. Died 12th
June 1788, in 32d min. He marr. 26th Oct. 1751, Helen, daugh. of Mr. James Pillans,
brewer, Pleasance, Edin, she died 13th Dec. 1814, in her 83d year, and had John, Barbara,
Robert, and Agnes.—Presb., Syn., and Abercrombie Sess. Reg., Murray's Biog. Annals, New
St. Acc. i., &c.] * . . -
1789. THOMAS SHARP, trans. fr. Hawick, pres, by Sir William Dick of Prestonfield, Bart,
S
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adm, 15th Oct. ; died 13th July 1791, in 11th min. He marr. 5th March 1782, Alison
Russell, who died 1st June 1793–LPresb. Reg., &c.]
1792. JAMES OLIVER, trans. fr. Ancrum, pres. by Sir William Dick of Prestonfield, Bart.,
adm. 5th July; died 10th March 1814, in 56th age and 23d min. He marr. 24th July 1790,
Elizabeth, illegitimate daugh, of the Duke of Hamilton, she died 17th Feb. 1809, and had a
son, John Hamilton, who died in 1860—Publication—Account of the Parish. (Sinclair's St.
Acc. xiv)—[Presb. Reg., &c.
1814. DAVID SCOT, M.D., son of William S., whose love for speculative theology caused
him to sell his cow, that he might get a pamphlet published in a controversy, in which Dal-
gleish of Peebles, and Gib of Edinburgh figured, entitled, “A few arguments deduced from
Scripture, by way of Sermon against some Arian doctrine and anti-scriptural notions of the
Deity, or divine immensity of God, in a book authorised and published by John Baxter, against
a celebrated writer on the Supreme Deity, of the Second person of the Godhead as the Lord
Jehovah, and on His Sonship as God Immanuel, the Messiah or Saviour, God incarnate, God
in our nature—By William Scott, ploughman, Printed 1778, 12mo.” The Dr. Studied at the
Univ. of Edinburgh, and was licen. by the Presb, thereof, 25th Nov. 1795. Having no patron
he supported himself by private teaching, reading medical latin, or grinding, that is, preparing
medical students for taking the degree (an employment now done away), which induced him
also to study that science, and become M.D. 25th June 1812. As a Hebrew scholar he had
few equals, and was so well versed in the languages of the eastern world, that his pupils
generally became successful competitors at the Hertford College for Persian and Hindostanee.
Modest and unassuming in his manners, almost to a fault, he possessed great power of applica-
tion, and acquired an extensive and varied knowledge, which pointed him out to Mr., after-
wards Sir John Marjoribanks, as well fitted for the chair of Oriental Languages, when it was
bestowed on the no less gifted and distinguished Dr. Alex. Murray. By the disinterested
influence of the same gentleman, however, he was recommended to Sir Robert Keith Dick of
Prestonfield, Bart., by whom he was pres. 22d Aug., and ord. 17th Nov. 1814. Through the
influence of Sir James Gibson Craig, he obtained the Professorship of Hebrew in St. Mary’s
College, St. Andrew’s, resigned his charge, which was accepted 26th June 1833; and died 17th
Sept. 1834, in 20th min—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Scot's Mag. lxxiii., Murray's Biog. Ann., &c.]
1833. DAVID HoRNE, trans. fr. Yester, pres. by Sir Robert Keith Dick of Prestonfield,
Bart., July, and adm. 28th Nov. ; died 24th April 1863, in 61st age, and 32d min. He
marr. 18th Dec. 1832, Caroline Cooke, and had Robert Keith Dick Horne, who succeeded to
the parish, David, who died in 1864, and others—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
GOGAR,
Formerly belonged to the Trinity College, Edinburgh. The Presb. “thocht good for the present to unit
the said kirk to Corstorphine,” 22d May 1599. It being reported 12th June following, that “none of
Gogar par. attended the admission at Corstorphine (on the 8th), the Presb. resolve that none of the min.
of this Presb. Sall grant ony benefit of the kirk to the Said parishioners, except they repair to Corstorphine.
RATHO. 139
RATHO,
Of auld belonged to the Bishoprick of St. Andrew's, and thereafter was annexit to the College kirk
of Corstorphin.
1562. DAVID WEMIs, one of those in St. Andrews whom the first Gen. Assembly, 20th
Dec. 1560, thought “maist qualified for ministreing and teaching.” He was a member of
Assembly 29th June; trans, to Glasgow between and 25th June 1565–LBooke of the Kirke,
Keith, and Calderwood's Hist., Wodrow Biog. ii.]
1565. PATRICK CREIGH, complained upon at the Assembly, 25th June, “for not repairing
to Linlithgow for the exercise of prophecying,” excused himself with want because his stipend
was not duly paid him. Another complaint was laid to his charge, 25th Dec. following, of
marrying a couple in disregard of the discipline of the Kirk, which he confessed on the 27th,
and was ordained to do publicly, twice at Edinburgh, and afterwards at Dalmeny, where the
offence had been committed. For a similar fault he was “suspended from his ministrie, and
lifting up of his stipend,” 30th Dec. 1567, and 8th July 1568 ; ordained to make his repen-
tance in Edin, next Lord’s day, “and if he committ the like offence that he be deposed.” He
was settled at North Berwick the same year.—[Booke of the Kirk, Keith, and Calderwood’s
Hist.]
1568. JAMES HAMILTOUN, entered Beltyn (1st May); trans, to Kirknewton.—[Reg. Min,
Test. Reg., Calderwood's Hist.]
1585. RICHARD THOMSONE, Gogar was also in his charge. He was collated to the vicarage,
Jan. 1589, pres, to the Prebendary of Half-boing, in the College Kirk of Corstorphin, by his
Majesty, 8th October 1596, and 31st March 1597, his Majesty understanding that the Kirk
of R. Sen the Reformation little or mathing restit for Sustentation of minister to the said kirk,
gave for his service and recompence of the great charges sustenit be him vpon the common
effairs of the kirk, an yearly pension for lyff of j ii. from the thirds of the Bishoprick of St.
Andrews. Two other gifts were added 10th May 1602, an yearly pension of one chalder two
bolls, two part boll pais and banes, from thirds of the Priory of St. Andrews, and 25th Nov.
following, of six bolls meill, which belonged to the Prebendary of the College Kirk of Corstor-
phine, callit Half-Byris and Horton. He was pres. to Cassiltoun in 1604, which he held in
conjunction. In 1605, he was Clerk to the Commissioners of the General Assembly, and
died in 1606, leaving a son David, who was served heir, 8th July 1607, and Helen and James,
to whom John T., burges of Linlithgow, brother of the said Mr. Robert, was served nearest
agnate.—[Reg. Assig., and Pres., Booke of the Kirke, Craufurd’s Univ., Calderwood's Hist.,
Ing. Ret. Gen. 313, de Tuff. 110, 111, Presb., and Syn. Reg.] x
1607. JoHN DUNLOP, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
22d Feb. 1602, pres, to the Vicarage by James VI, June 1607; died Feb. 1647, aged about
65, in 40th min. The insicht of his house, &c., was estimated at j merks, and the inventar
and debts at ij" xlvii. xv.js. iiijd. He marr. Elizabeth Black, who survived him, and had
Elizabeth, John, Alexander, Luce, Barbara and William.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad.,
Reg. Assig, and Pres. (Caut), St. Cuthbert's Sess, Test, and Edin. Reg. (Bapt.)] -
140 | PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
1648. DAVID READDIE, A.M., son of Mr. James R., Grammar-schoolmaster at Dunferm-
line, studied at the Univ. of St. Andrews, and was graduated in 1633, adm. in 1648; died
Sept. 1662, aged about 50, in 15th min. His librarie was estimat at lxii. The plenishing
of his house at xxii. Frie Geir, d.d., jº vſ. xljii. xvs. v.d., leaving three sisters, Margaret, Eliza-
beth, and Helen.—[Dalkeith Presb., Colinton Sess., and Test. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist. i., Reg. Old
Dec. 1650.]
1663. JoHN MACKMATH, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 31st
July 1662, coll. 25th March 1663; trans, to Lasswade in 1670–LReg. Laur. Univ. Edin,
Edin. Grad, Reg. Collat.]
1674. JoHN WILKIE, trans. fr. Kirknewton; trans, to Eyemouth in 1677.-[Lanark Presb.
Reg., Min, book Rev. Priv. Seal.]
1683. WILLIAM STEWART, A.M., studied at the Univ. of Glasgow, where was laureated
12th July 1667. The collections 25th Sept. 1687 “were so inconsiderable that the box was
not able to maintain the poor, so an assessment was proposed according to Act of Parliament,”
which is probably the earliest effort to secure their maintenance by compulsion in any parish of
Scotland. Turned out by the rabble; so he met 4th May 1689 with the laird of Dalmahoy
and two elders, and “desired that since he could no longer attend his charge, because of the
troubles of the country, the state of the poor might be considered, and the money in the box
reckoned.” He had a son Charles.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Sess. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.]
1692. JAMES HART, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 11th
July 1687, called and ord, 4th July 1692; trans, to Edinburgh (Greyfriars) 19th Aug. 1702.
“Both he and the congregation were much grieved at parting.”—[Edin. Grad., Sess., Presb., and
Edin. Reg. (Marr.), Murray's Biog. Annals.]
1703. JoHN GUTHRIE, called 30th May, and ord, 16th Aug. He refused to take the Oath
of Abjuration in 1712; and died 28th Feb. 1756, in 83d age and 53d min, being a widower
with children.— Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.]
1753. WILLIAM WILKIE, son of James W. in Echline, born 5th October 1721, studied at
the Univ. of Edinburgh, licen. by the Presb. of Linlithgow, 29th May 1745, called 15th Feb.,
and ord, (assist, and suc.) 17th May 1753. Having been elected Professor of Natural Philo-
sophy in the Univ. of St. Andrews he demitted, which was accepted, 15th Nov. 1759, and died
Oct. 1772, in 52d age and 20th min.—[Presb. Reg., Carlyle's Autob., Chambers’ Biog. Dict, iv.]
1760. JAMES ROBERTSON, A.M., licen. by the Presb. of St. Andrews, 11th May 1757, pres.
by James, Earl of Lauderdale March, and ord. 10th July 1760; died 13th Sept. 1802, in his
75th year, and 43d min. He marr. 20th Aug. 1772, Jean, daugh. of Mr. Alex. Robertson,
min. of Eddlestone, she died at Newington, Edin, 6th Sept. 1824, and had James Maitland,
min. of Livingston, John, assistant-surgeon H.E.I.C.S. (died on his passage to India in 1796)
and Alexander, M.P. for Grampound.—Publication—Account of the Parish [Sinclair's St.
Acc. vii.]—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.] - -
1803. ANDREW DUNCAN, trans. fr. Auchterarder, pres, by the Rev. Tho. Davidson, D.D., of
Muirhouse, Sept. 1802, adm. 24th March following; was elected Principal Clerk to the Gen.
Assembly, 21st May 1807, in opposition to the Rev. Dr. Dickson, of Leith, by a majority of
180 to 132. Had D.D. conferred by the University of Edinburgh, 14th March 1811; was
|KIRKNEWTON. 141
elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 20th May 1824, and died 29th July 1827,
in 72d age, and 46th min. He marr. 15th Aug. 1786, Margaret, daugh. of the Rev. Niel
Bethune, min. of Kennoway, she died 16th Sept. 1821, and had And, Bethune, min. of Cul-
ross, and nine daughters.-Publications—The benefits of Christianity, a Sermon, Edin. 1806,
8vo.-Account of Auchterarder (Sinclair's St. Acc. iv.)—Presb. Reg., Edin. Grad., Paterson's
Ayr. i., Kay's Portr. ii., &c.] - -
1828. JAMES HENDERSON, prom. fr. Stockbridge Chapel, pres. by the Rev. Tho. Davidson
D.D., of Muirhouse, D.D. in 1827, adm. 21st Feb. 1828; trans, to Glasgow (St. Enoch's),
6th Nov. 1832–[Presb. Reg.]
1833. JAMES CLASON, A.M., licen. by the Presb. of Glasgow, 3d Aug. 1831, pres, by the
Trustees of the Rev. Tho. Davidson, of Muirhouse, D.D., and ord, 15th Aug. 1833, died un-
married, 17th April 1842, in 35th age, and 9th min.—Publication,-Account of the parish.
(New St. Acc. i.)—[Presb. Reg.] -
KTRKNEWTON,
Was originally in the Presb. of Edinburgh, but annexed by the General Assembly July 1591, to Lin-
lithgow; it returned again, however, to its original; to which East-Calder, in the Presb. Of Linlithgow,
was united by the Court of Teinds, 23d Jan. 1751.
1573. JAMES HAMILTON, trans. from Ratho, pres. by James VI., 28th May 1574. Ratho
twelve who subscribed obedience to his Ordinary, the Archbishop of St. Andrews, 3d Nov., a
measure to which many of his brethren were strenuously opposed. He was appointed to
Bathgate, Oct. 1593, but went not, and died 31st May 1612, “Ane furneist bed with the
abulzements of his bodie, were estimat at x. ii., and Inventor and debts at j" lix. ii.” His
sister, Elizabeth, relict of William Buchanan of Auchmar, became executrix,−[Reg. Pres.,
Assig, and Min, Presb., Linlithgow Presb., Lothian Syn., and Test. Reg., Wodrow Miscell, and
Biog. i., Calderwood's Hist. iv., viii., Stat. Rep. 1621, New St. Acc. i.]
1613. ANDREW BALFOUR, A.M., son of Mr. James B., min., of Edinburgh, studied and
obtained his degree at the Univ. there, 25th July 1607, after being on the exercise of that
Presb. Some years, was pres. by James, Lord Balmerinoch, 8th July 1612 (it being disputed
and claimed by the Archbishop Spotswood), adm. 24th Feb. 1613; got leave from the Presb.
of Linlithgow, of which this par. then formed a part, to visit his uncle, Mr. James Melvill, at
his special desire, then in bad health, at Berwick, 28th July following ; was one of those who
signed the Protestation for the Liberties of the Kirk, 27th June 1617, and died 7th July 1624,
aged about 37, in 17th min. His utencils, &c., were estimat at lxx. ii., awand to one man
and two women-servants for their year's fie, xxviii., Frie Geir, dd, viºlxxijii. vs. He left
three sons and a daugh. Mr. James, servant to John, Wiscount Haddington, who was served
heir, 29th June 1625 ; Andrew, John, and Elizabeth, to whom Mr. James was served nearest
agnate, 1st Dec. 1624.—[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin, Melvill's Autob., Edin. Grad, Linlithgow
142 PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
Presb., Uphall Sess., and Test. Reg., Calderwood's Hist, vii., Orig. Lett. ii., Ing. Ret. Gen. 203,
de Tut. 387-390, Wew. St. Acc. i.]
1625. JAMES LAYNG, A.M., trans. fr. Abercorn, adm. in 1625, “the boundis of the paroch
oun ather in lenthe or breidthe will not exceed ane mylne,” with “communicantis directlie twa
hundrethe.” It was stated against him at the Synod, 5th Nov. 1644, “that upon the day of
thanksgiving for the intaking of Newcastle, he uttered the words in his sermon, That is a
devilish joy to rejoice at the calamitie of our brethren, who are under one king, one faith, one
baptism, and if our fathers were living, they would laugh at us to see us trouble ourselves
needlesslie,” which words, however, he did publickly deny, their trial was then referred to
the Presb. He obtained a protection from the celebrated Marquis of Montrose, 20th Aug.
1645, which is the last heard of him. He had a daugh, Agnes.—[Linlithgow Presb., Syn.,
and Uphall Sess. Reg., Sed, book of Teinds, Reg. Old Dec. iii., Baillie's Lett., Mem. of Mon-
trose, ii., Stat. Rep. 1627, Acts Parl. vii., Peterkin's Records, Wew St. Acc. i.]
1648. JoHN CoIVILL, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of St. Andrews, in
1635, adm. 13th April 1648; died Feb. 1663, aged about 48, in 15th min. Leaving neither
wife, nor children, a question was raised before the Lords of Session respecting the annat, who
found “it belonged to the nearest of kin, his nephew, (Mr John Colvill, advocate, son to the
Principal); and there being a question also as to the Glebe, the Lords found that the nearest
of kin had right thereto, they always proving that the defunct had sown the same before his
decease.”—ſ Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Dalkeith Presb., and Test. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist. i., Mori-
son's Digest, and Dec. i., Wew St. Acc. i.
1663. WILLIAM ALISONE, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
13th June 1651, licen. (the first), by George, Bishop of Edinburgh, 2d Oct. 1662, ord, and
coll. 12th June 1663; trans, to Kilbucho in 1666.-[Edin. Grad, Reg. Collat., &c.]
1666. CHARLEs LUMISDEN, A.M., Son of Mr Charles L., min. of Dudingston, studied and
was graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 30th June 1668, licen. by George, Bishop of Edin-
burgh, 16th Sept. 1665, ord, and coll, 30th Aug. 1666. He is styled late min. of K., 21st
Oct. 1673, 11th Aug. 1674. He marr. Elizabeth Alane, and had a son, John.—[Edin.
Grad, Reg. Collat., Edin. Reg. (Bapt.), Wew St. Acc. i.
1669. JoHN WILKIE, chaplain to Lady Kinnoul, entered on trials for licence before the Presb.
of Perth, 10th Jan. 1666, coll. 14th May 1669; trans, to Ratho about 1672–LReg. Collat,
New St. Acc. i.] -
1673. JAMES WAUGHE, A.M., studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, where he obtained his
degree in 1665, licen. by Alexander, Bishop of Edinburgh, 10th Oct. 1672, ord, and coll. 21st
Oct. 1673; trans, to S. Leith in 1682–LEdin. Grad, Reg. Collat., Wew St. Acc. i.]
1683. JoHN ALEXANDER, Son of Mr John A., min. of Hoddam, Session-clerk S. Leith
which he demitted 13th July 1682, trans, to Durrisdeer.—[S. Leith Sess. Reg., Catal. of
Scots Writ., Wew St. Acct, i.] *
1689. WILLIAM HAMILTOUNE, A.M., trans. fr. Irvine, 1689, when he obeyed the proclama-
tion of 13th April, and prayed for their majesties William and Mary, but was discharged by
certain persons unconnected with the parish from preaching, who carried off with them the
keys of the church, on which he petitioned the Committee of Estates, who ordained him 1st
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May to be restored and secured in the peaceable exercise of his ministry, and possession of
his house and goods. He was received into Communion Feb. 1692–Acts. Parl. ix, Rule's
Sec. Windication.]
1689. JoHN BANNERMAN, deprived by the Priv. Council, 4th Sep., for not praying for King
William and Queen Mary.—[MS. Acc. of Min. 1689, New St. Acc. i., Rule's Sec. Windication.]
1691. JAMES ANDERSON, ordained ; trans, to Linton, Peeblesh. in 1696.-|Peebles Presb.
Reg., Wew St. Acc. i.] --
1699. JoHN THURBURN, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 3d
July 1693, licen, by the Presb. of Earlston, 8th April 1697, ord, in 1699, demitted 27th June
which was accepted 25th July 1754, and died 4th Oct. 1758, in 83d age.—[Edin. Grad.,
Presb., and Syn. Reg., Wew St. Acc. i.
1745. ALEXANDER BRYCE, A.M., a native of the par. of Kincardine, educated at the paro-
chial school Kilmadock. Studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, where he attracted the notice
of M*Laurin, the celebrated mathematician, and got his degree, 15th May 1735, licen. by the
Presb. of Dunblane, 12th June 1744, called 11th April, and ord, 22d Aug. 1745; was pres.
to East Calder by Francis Duke of Buccleuch March 1750. A grass glebe having been
designed for him by the Presb., the heritors carried it to the Supreme Court, maintaining the
ground was arable and so not liable, but “the Lords refused the bill,” 27th Feb. 1756, thus
sustaining his claim. On the solicitation of the Lord Privy Seal (Mr Stuart Mackenzie) he
was appointed one of his Majesty's Chaplains in ordinary in 1770; and died 1st Jan. 1786,
in his 73d year, and 40th min. Distinguished for genuine piety, great benevolence, and very
considerable acquisitions in physical science. He was the means of discovering the Stirling
Jug, a pint measure, considered as the ancient standard of Scotland for grain, which had been
lost sight of ; the measurement of which he accurately ascertained to contain 103 ###, cubic
inches. He greatly assisted also in revising the calculations for the Ministers' Widows’ Fund ;
and was, besides, a poet of no mean rank, having written the song “The birks of Invermay.”
He marr., 23d Oct. 1750, Janet Gillespie, who died, 23d March 1807, and had James,
surgeon Edin, William, min. of Aberdour, Sir Alexander, K.C.B., Inspector of Fortifications,
and Katherine, who marr. Theodore Alexander, Esq. of Wellfield.—Publications—Several
scientific papers in the Trans. Roy. Soc. Lond, Map of the North coast of Britain, from the Raw
Stoir of Assynt to Wick, in Caithness, with the Harbours and Rocks, and an account of the
Tides in the Pentland Frith, 1744 (Trans. Philosoph. Soc. Edin.)—[Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg.,
Morrison's Digest, Wimmo's Stirlingsh. i., Chalmers's Caled. ii., Chambers’ Biog. Dict. iv., Wew
St. Acc. i., &c. . -
1786. WILLIAM CAMERON, A.M., studied at Marischal College, Aberdeen, where he secured
the esteem and friendship of the celebrated Dr. Beattie, pres, by Francis Duke of Buccleuch,
Feb., and ord, 17th Aug. ; died 17th Nov. 1811, in 60th age, and 26th min. He was a very
worthy and amiable man, besides being a poet of no inconsiderable genius; to him Scotland is
indebted for much of her additional Psalmody, he having composed two, and revised no
fewer than thirty-nine of the Translations and Paraphrases used in her devotional service.
The manner in which this task was executed fulfilled, in a high degree, the opinion of his dis-
tinguised master, who stated the style of such compositions “should be perfectly simple and
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perspicuous, without any quaintness, and free from all superfluous epithets; harmonious and
elegant, equally remote from rusticity and affectation ; having dignity to please the best judges,
and a plainness adapted to the meanest capacity;” so that he could not have employed his
muse in a way more honourable to himself, or beneficial to his country. He marr, 15th Sept.
1788, Agnes Montgomery, from Irvine, who died 16th May 1837, and had a daugh. Helen,
who marr, the Rev. Alex. Christison, min. of Foulden.—Publications—Poems on various sub-
jects, Edin. 1780, fep. 8vo. The abuse of Civil and Religious liberty, a sermon, Edin. 1793,
8vo. Ode on Lochiel's Birth Day, 1796, 4to. A Review of the French Revolution, Edin, 1802,
8vo. Poems on Several Occasions, posthumous, Edin., 1813, 8vo. Paraphrases of Sacred Scrip-
ture, used in the Church of Scotland, xiv. xvii. Account of the parish, [Sinclair's St. Acct. ix.]
—[Forbes' Life of Beattie i., Presb., and Syn. Reg., New Scots Mag. ii., New St. Acc. i., &c.]
1812. ALEXANDER LOCKHART SIMPSON, originally educated for the Burgher Secession, licen.
by the Presb. of Kircaldy, 17th Jan. 1810, pres. by George Earl of Morton, 27th April, and
ord. 22d Oct. 1812, elected joint Sub-Clerk to the Gen. Assembly, 22d May 1828, had D.D. con-
ferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh, 20th March 1836, was appointed Convener of the Assembly’s
Committee for Home Missions, 29th May 1843, elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, in
opposition to the Rev. Dr. Bell, Linlithgow, by a majority of 191 to 75, 24th May 1849;
was elected Principal Clerk to the General Assembly, 19th May 1859, and, having spent a life of
general usefulness, died regretted, 15th Dec. 1861, in 78th age, and 50th min., “affectionate
as a pastor, earnest as a preacher, eloquent as a debater, and accomplished, refined, and liberal
as a man.”—Publications—Statement in reference to a division in the Gen. Assembly’s Non-
Intrusion Committee, Edin, 1842, 8vo. Remarks on the Memorial presented to her Majesty's
Government by a Committee of the Free Church, relative to the quoad sacra churches or chapels
in connection with the Church of Scotland, Edin., 1848, 8vo. Account of the parish. [New
St. Act i.]—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Report on Ch. Patronage, Wew St. Acc. i., &c.]
CURRIE,
Formerly named Killeith. It belonged to the Archdeacon of Lothian previous to the Reformation.
1568. ADAM LIGHToUN, adm. Nov., with a stipend of jºii, [É8.6sh. 8d.] He subscribed the
articles presented by the Superintendent, 6th Oct. 1572. In 1574 Haillis and St. Catherines
in the Howpis, were also under his care, with the former stipend, and the kirk lands; con-
tinued in 1591. His son Matthew succeeded him in the cure.—[Reg. Min, and Assig., Presb.,
and Test. Reg., Booke of the Kirk, Wodrow Miscell.]
1591. MATTHEW LIGHTONE, A.M., son of the preceding, studied and attained his degree at
the Univ. of Edinburgh, Aug. 1588, proposed 21st Jan. following, adm. colleague and suc.,
16th Dec. 1591. In 1627 it was stated “the paroschin will not exceid in lenth thrie myllis,
and in breadth twa, and that the communicants will not exceid aucht hundred.” He demitted
Jan. 1631, and died 12th Oct, 1634, aged about 66, in 43d min. The utencils of his house
were estimat. at j" merks. Awand to Mr J. C. present min. ii”; merks and ij Ili. The Inventar
and debts amounted to iij" likxjii. xv.js. viijd. He marr. Janet Aird, who survived him, and
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had Henrie, Adam, James, William, Ronald, and Martha who marr. Alex. Hay of
Ravelrig.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad, Reg. Assig, Presb., Syn., Test., Edin. Counc.,
and Reg. Sas., and (Bapt.), Stat. Rep. 1627, Ing. Ret. Edin.., 772, 890, 1386, et Gen. 2093.]
1631. JoHN CHARTERIs, A.M., son of Mr. Henry C., Professor of Divinity in the Univ. of
Edinburgh, studied and took his degree there, 25th July 1624, elected and pres, by the Town
Council of Edinburgh 19th Jan., and adm. before 17th June 1631; died 14th Feb. 1668, aged
about 64, in 37th min. He marr. 26th Sept. 1633, Rebecca Henrysone, and had Rebecca,
Isobell, Laurence, and Barbara—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad, Craufurd’s Univ., Edin.
Counc. xiv., Test, and Reg. (Marr., Bapt., and Bur), Wodrow’s Hist. i., Sed, book of Teinds,
Ing. Ret. Ayr, 346, Gen. 2492, de Tut. 635, 636.] -
1668. JAMES SCRYMSOUR, A.M., studied at St. Leonard's College, and had his degree con-
ferred by the Univ. of St. Andrews, 25th July 1663, ord, and coll. 22d Oct. 1668, became
Presb. Clerk, was deprived by the Committee of Estates, 17th May 1689, for taking away the
key of the kirk door, not preaching, not reading the Proclamation, and not praying for King
William and Queen Mary. The Town Council of Edinburgh ordered their Treasurer, however,
to pay him half a year's stipend 31st Oct. 1690. He died in 1699, aged about 56, in 31st
min. He marr. 17th December 1668, Elizabeth, daugh. of Walter Chisholm, bailie of Dun-
blane. A son James died in 1680, another, Henry, held a bursary on Rob. Johnston’s foundation,
7th Aug. 1685, and a third John was a student at the Univ. of Edin, and Bursar to the
Presb. in 1686 and 1687.-[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Sess., Corstorphine, and Ratho Sess.,
and Edin. Counc. Reg. xxxiii., Reg. Collat., Acts Parl ix, Peterkin's Constitution of the Church,
Malcolm's House of Drummond, MS. Acc. of Min. 1689.]
1691. HENRY HAMILTON, A.M., formerly of Falkland ; trans, to Donaghadee 6th Nov.
1700,—[Corstorphine Sess. Reg.]
1701. ROBERT TAYLOR, trans. fr. Houston, adm. 13th Nov.; died 10th Aug. 1713, in 18th
min. The insicht plenishings of his dwelling-house was valued at iij lxii. xv.js. Vjd. and his
library at j" lzxvii. iijs. v.jd. He marr. March 1699, Margaret, daugh, of Hew Verner, mer-
chant, Edinburgh.-LPresb., Test, and Edin. Reg. (Marr., and Bur)]
1714. MUNGO CLARKSON, licen, by the Presb. 18th April 1711, called 29th Dec. 1713,
having previously been presented to Galashiels, however, his ordination was delayed till 23d
Dec. 1714; died 28th Oct. 1717, in 3d min., leaving two sisters, Janet, sp. of John Scott,
skinner Edin., and Marion sp. of Mungo Burton, tenant, East Hailes.—[Presb., and Test. Reg.]
1719. JoHN SPARK, called 22d April, and ord, 11th Aug. This settlement was effected in
opposition to the Magistrates and Town Council of Edinburgh. In returning from a meeting
of the Presb. at Edinburgh, he was drowned in crossing the river Tleith on horseback near
Saughton, 27th June 1739, in 20th min.—[Presb. Reg., Scots. Mag. i., &c.]
1740. DAVID Mowbray, studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, and became tutor to Mr Lewis
Douglas, licen, by the Presb. of Dalkeith, 3d Oct. 1738, called 17th July, and ord, 25th Sept.
1740; trans, to Liberton May 1751. At the last meeting of session, where he presided on
the 25th, he made the following speech:—“I return you my hearty thanks for that civility
and respect with which you have always treated me. I consider the perfect good understand-
ing which has ever subsisted among us as one great mean of any successful labours of mine
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among you, and this has been the foundation of much comfort to me for your good wishes and
good offices in support of a gospel ministry, and in promoting the interest of religion. It has
been our happiness, in the course of a kind providence, to live together in peace, as members
of one society upon earth, so may it be our great happiness to be members of the Society
and church of the first-born that dwell in heaven.”—[Presb., and Sess. Reg., &c.]
1752. JAMES CRAIG, a native of the par. of Innerwick, elected Doctor in Heriot's Hospital
4th June 1739, licen. by the Presb. of Dunbar 1st Sept. 1742, ord, 9th April 1752, appointed
Presb. Clerk 31st Jan. 1753, and died 24th June 1792, in 73d age, and 41st min. He
uniformly attended all the meetings of Presb. and introduced to the parish from his native
county, the modern practise of husbandry. Mary Buntine, widow, died 5th June 1805–LPresb.,
and Syn. Reg., Steven's Mem. of Heriot, Carlyle's Autob., New St. Acc. i., &c.]
1793. JAMES DICK, tutor in the family of Admiral Duncan, pres, by the Magistrates and
Town Council of Edin. Aug. 1792, ord, 21st March 1793; died 12th Dec. 1815, in his 52d
year, and 23d min. He marr. 3d June 1796, Elizabeth Lawrie, who died at Edinburgh, 8th
Feb. 1829.-|Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.]
1816. JoHN SOMERVILLE, a native of the parish of Dalmeney, brought up in agricul-
tural employment till he met with an accident which injured his spine, and caused him to
turn his attention to literature, when he distinguished himself by his proficiency in classical
knowledge, and went through the course of education at the Univ. of Edinburgh, preparatory
to the clerical profession ; was elected one of the masters in Heriot's Hospital, 11th Nov.
1801, and appointed House Governor of that Institution, 6th Sept. 1805, where “by a happy
mixture of severity and gentleness, he came to be respected and loved by his numerous pupils
beyond any former example.” He was licen. by the Presb. of Linlithgow 25th July 1809,
pres. by the Magistrates and Town Council of Edin, Feb., and Ord. 5th Sept. 1815, received the
degree of A.M. from the Univ. of Edinburgh 31st May 1816, and had D.D. conferred by the
Univ. of St. Andrews, at the solicitation of his friend Dr. Scot, Professor of Hebrew, 13th
April 1833; died 7th June 1837, in his 63d year, and 21st min. He lost no opportunity of
discharging his duty in church courts; his melancholy end was deeply lamented by his parish-
ioners and the public. The death of one of his congregation by the accidental discharge of a fire-
lock, led him to an ingenious contrivance for the prevention of such in future, for which he ob-
tained a patent, 4th Nov. 1824.—Publications—Speech in the Gen. Assembly on the Cowgate
Chapel, Edin, 1818, 8vo. Presentation of the Rev. Dr. M'Farlane to the High Church
Glasgow Vindicated, Edin. 1824, 8vo. Substance of a Speech in the Synod of Glasgow and
Ayr on Pluralities, Edin. 1825, 8vo. Three single Sermons, Edin. 1819-1827.] Essay on
the Safety Gun, Edin., 8vo. On the Methods of Preventing the Accidental Discharge of
Fire-Arms, Edin. 1825, 8vo. Essay on the construction, advantages, and mode of using Dr.
Somerville's Patent Safety Gun, Edin., 8vo. Directions for the use of the Safety Gun, Edin.
1826, 8vo., and with Attestations, in its favour, Edin. 1827, 8vo. Sermon xiii. [Gillan's
Scott. Pulpit.] Two Songs, [Lit, and Stat. Mag. ii.]—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Steven's Mem.
of Heriot, Edin. Grad, Williamson's Fun. Serm.] r
1837. ROBERT JAMIESON, trans. fr. Westruther, pres. by the Magistrates and Town Council
of Edin., and adm. 14th Dec. ; trans, to Glasgow (St. Paul's) 15th Feb., and adm. 14th March
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1844. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Glasgow, 17th April 1848. He marr. 1st June
1830, his cousin, Eliza, daugh. of Mr. Jamieson, baker, Edinburgh, and had Eliza and
others.-Publications—Eastern Manners, 3 vols., Edin. 1836-1838, 18mo. Manners and
Trials of the Primitive Christians, Edin. 1839, fep. 8vo, and some lesser publications. Ac-
count of Currie, and of Westruther (New St. Acc. i., ii.), numerous articles (Kitto's Bible
Cyclopedia), and edited, The Excitement for 1840, 1841. Paxton's Illustrations of Scripture,
3d Edit., Edin. 1849, 8vo. Commentary on the Bible—[Presb. Reg., Smith's Scott. Clergy,
i., &c.]
HAILES, Now COLINTON,
The Church before the Reformation belonged to the Preceptory of St. Anthony, in Leith, was removed
to its present site before 1650, and the name changed to Colinton.
1569. JoHN DURIE, a native of Mauchlin, where he was born, in 1537, educated at Ayr,
through the influence of his cousin, George Abbot of Dunfermline, became a conventual brother,
in that Abbey, but falling under suspicion of heresy, was condemned to be shut up till he died.
Fortunately for him, however, the Reformation took place, when he escaped by the influence of
James Earl of Arran, and entered as Exhorter at Restalrig, between 1563 and 1567; trans.
to (Leith, or) Restalrig, and Pennycuick at Beltyn 1570.-[Spotswood's Hist, Reg. Min., Wod-
row's MS. Biog. i., Edin. Chr. Inst. v., Relig. Mon. v., New St. Acc. ix.]
1579. JoHN HALL, son of Andrew H., burges of Kirkcudbright, refused to subscribe the
articles of 1584. In 1586 he was one of the Commissioners named by the Assembly for trial
of the brethren in Lothian ; was a member of the Assembly 1590; trans. to Leith 24th Aug.
1596.-[Presb., and Test. Reg., Reg. Assig., Booke of the Kirk, Wodrow Miscell., Calderwood's
Hist., iv.]
1596. PETER HEWAT, A.M., promoted from Edinburgh, was requested (or called) 26th Oct.,
and adm. 5th Nov. ; trans. to Edinburgh Jan. 1597.-[Presb., and Edin. Counc. Reg. x.,
Reg. Assig., Calderwood v., and Spotswood's Hist.]
1598. JAMES THOMSONE, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
12th Aug. 1592, soucht or called 23d Jan. 1597, elected 23d May, and adm. 14th July 1598.
He refused to submit to the Bishop's instructions regarding conformity in the mode of com-
munion, 5th March 1634, and died before 2d April 1635, aged about 63, in 37th min. He
marr. Helene, daugh. of John Leyis, merchant, Edin., and through her right entered burges,
and guild-brother of that city 18th May 1608. His widow was admitted “as ane ordinar
pensioner by the Session of Edinburgh, to receive quarterly the sume of Xx merkis,” 11th
Oct. 1644.—[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad., Presb., Syn., Test, Edin. Gen. Sess, Guild,
and Reg. (Bapt.), Reg. Assig., Pres, Sec. Sigill, cvi, and Old Dec. i., Sed. Book of Teinds, Row,
and Stevenson's Hist. i., Ing. Ret. Edin. 220.]
1635. WILLIAM OGSTONE, A.M., prom. fr. Regent in Maris. College, Aberdeen, having
been brought south by Bishop W. Forbes. Pres, by Charles I. Before the communion
he caused his parishioners to undergo his examinations upon their knees. Having refused to
join in the covenant he was abused in Edinburgh by a mob of women, 9th May 1637, who
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waited on him after sermon at his retiring from the church, “and did showre him with strokes.”
Deposed, 4th Jan. 1639, for deserting his flock, twenty weeks togidder, &c.—[Reg. Pres, et
Sec. Sigill, Wodrow MSS., Baillie's Lett. i., Peterkin's Rec., New St. Acc. i., Stevenson's Hist.]
1639. THOMAS GARVEN, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1624,
was one of those who refused conformity to Episcopacy, and were recommended by the Gen.
Assembly 16th Dec. 1638, as ready to supply vacancies, adm. in 1639; trans, to Edinburgh
(Old Ch.) in 1649.-[Mun. Univ. Glasg., iii., Dalkeith Presb., and Edin. Counc. Reg.,
Stevenson's Hist. ii., Rutherfurd’s Lett.]
1650. ALEXANDER LEVINGSTON, A.M., adm. On the occupation of the country by the
English army after the battle at Dunbar, he absented himself from Sept. 1650 to the Sept.
following. Died in Edinburgh 5th July 1660, leaving two daugh., Elizabeth, who died about
1678, and Margaret, who married a Lieutenant in the army.—[Sess, Test, and Edin. Reg.
(Bur)] - -
1659. Rob ERT BENNET, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews,
20th July 1650, called to be assistant, and adm. 28th Sept. 1659. Deprived by refusing the
Test, Nov. 1681. Died before 4th June 1709, when his son, Adam, M.D., was served heir.
Adam Cuninghame, Commissar of Dumfries, marr. Magdalen, sister of Mr. Robert—[Act.
Rect. Univ. St. And, Sess, and Test. Reg., Spec. Ret. Fife 101, Wodrow’s Hist, Wew St. Acc. i.]
1682. THOMAS MURRAY, adm. and inst. 26th Oct. ; trans. to Kinloch in 1685.-[Sess. Reg.,
New St. Acc. i.] -
1686. SAMUEL NIMMO, A.M., trans. fr. Cumnock, adm. 15th April. He was accused of not
having read the Proclamation of the Estates, nor prayed for King William and Queen Mary
and of praying for the late King James, but acquitted by the Privy Council, 22d Aug. 1689,
He “was hindered to preach by some of the Earl of Argyle's Regiment,” deposed by the
Commission of the Gen. Assembly Jan. 1691, for declining their authority, and died June 1717,
aged about 74. He marr. Isobell, daugh, of Thomas Halyburton, cordiner, Edinburgh, and had
a son, William, died June 1692–LSess, Test., and Edin. Reg. (Bur), Acts Parl. ix., Peterkin's
Constitution of the Church, MS. Acc. of Min. 1689, Wew St. Acc. i., Murray's Biog. Annals.]
1694. JAMES THOMSON, of Newton of Collessie, A.M., son of William T. of Newton of
Weddersbie, studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, in 1676, licen. by the
ministers in the bounds of Lothian and Tweeddale, 18th Nov., 1687, called 19th Nov. 1693,
ord. 7th March 1694; trans, to Elgin, Jan. 1696–|Sess., and Dunbar Presb. (Syn.) Reg.,
Reg. Gen. Ass., Wew St. Acc. i., Murray's Biog. Annals, Edin. Grad.]
1697. THOMAS PATERSON, studied theology at the Univ. of Glasgow, called 3d Jan., and
ord, 21st April; trans, to St. Cuthberts 2d (charge), 30th Aug. 1699.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii.,
Sess. Reg., Wew St. Acc. i., Murray's Biog. Annals.] -
1700. WALTER ALLAN, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 13th
July 1696, called 20th Aug., and ord, 25th Dec. 1700; died 22d Nov. 1732, in 54th age, and
32d min. His books were estimat. at xiiijii. vs., and Inventary with debts at xij" iiijº ljii.
xviijs. Vijd, leaving Elizabeth and Bridget daugh, by a former marriage, and Isobel Brown,
relict, with their daugh. Isobel,—[Edin. Grad, Presb., Sess., Syn., and Test Reg., Tombst, New
St. Acc. i.] -
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1733. GEORGE GIBSON, licen, by the Presb. of Kelso, 1st June 1731, pres, by Charles Earl of
Lauderdale, 16th May, and ord. 25th July 1733; died 1st Jan. 1746, in 40th age, and 13th
min. His books were valued at £12 10sh, sterl. He marr. Oct. 1736 Janet Blackwood,
who marr. again 21st June 1747–Presb., Sess., Test, and Edin. Reg. (Bur), Wew St. Acc. i.]
1746. JoHN HYNDMAN, a native of Greenock, called 14th Aug., and ord. 25th Nov. ;
trans. to St. Cuthberts in 1752–LPresb. Reg., Carlyle's Autob., Murray's Biog. Ann, Wew
St. Acc. i., &c.]
1753. ROBERT FISHER, trans. fr. Lauder, pres. by James Earl of Lauderdale, 13th July
1752, adm. 3d March 1753; died 13th April 1782, in 67th age and 35th min. He marr.
29th March 1763 Ann, third daugh. of Sir John Jardine of Applegarth, Bart., who died 24th
Aug. 1774, aged 39. Their only child Jane Charteris marr. John Stewart, of the Trustees
Office, Edinburgh. [Presb. Reg., Tombst, Murray's Biog. Ann., Wew St. Acc. i., &c.]
1783. JoHN WALKER, D.D., M.D., trans. fr. Moffat, holding in conjunction the Professor-
ship of Natural History in the Univ. of Edinburgh, pres. by James Earl of Lauderdale, Aug.
1782, adm. 13th Feb. thereafter ; was elected Moderator of the General Assembly, 20th
May 1790, and died 31st Dec. 1803, in his 73d year, and 46th min. He marr. 24th
Nov. 1789 Janet Wallace, sister of Mr Wauchope of Niddry, she died 4th May 1827–
Publications—[Two single Sermons, Edin., 1756–1791, 8vo.] Classes Fossilium, sive
Characteris naturalis et Chymici classium et Ordinum in systemati minerali, cum nomibus
Genericis adscriptis, Edin, 1787, 8vo. Institutes of Natural History, Edin., 1792, 8vo.
Memorial concerning the present scarcity of Grain. Edin., 1801, 8vo. Economical History
of the Hebrides and Highlands of Scotland, 2 vols., Lond., 1812, 8vo. Essays on Natural
History and Rural Economy, Lond. 1812, 8vo. Report to the General Assembly, 1772, con-
cerning the state of the Highlands and Islands. [Scots Mag. xxxiv.] Account of the parish.
[Sinclair's St. Acc. xix.]—[Presb., and Sym. Reg., Bower's Univ. iii., Jardine's Wat. Lib. xxvi.,
Murray's Biog. Ann., Wew St. Acc. i., &c.]
1804. JoHN FLEMING, trans. fr. Carrington, pres. by James Earl of Lauderdale, June, and
adm. 22d Nov. ; died unmarried, 23d Jan. 1823, in his 73d year, and 33d min. In early
life he succeeded his father in a small property, which he improved with great advantage to
himself, and exemplary benefit to his neighbours, acquiring such credit by his exertions that
he was employed as a valuator of landed estates in after life even when called to the ministry.
He was not neglectful of cultivating both professional and polite literature, and discharging his
official duties. By his judicious advice, easiness of access, great benevolence and strict
frugality, he was enabled often to assist his parishioners and others in secular and pecuniary
affairs. Though he never solicited patronage, yet this was the fourth church offered for his
acceptance, and it was sometimes a matter of regret to him in advanced life that he did not
remain in his former charge. His discourses were plain and practical, but he could never be
induced to publish, though an enterprising bookseller offered no less than one hundred pounds
for that which he preached at the admission of the Rev. John Kellock to Crichton. On all
occasions he thought for himself, and sought for the utmost simplicity in his language, manners,
and dress. The last time he addressed his flock from the pulpit, was in inculcating submission
and resignation to the Divine Disposer, from these words: “It is the Lord, let him do what
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seemeth him good.” From one of his ancestors having suffered during the tyrannical reign of
the Stewart dynasty, he early imbibed decided notions in favour of civil and religious liberty,
so that he was not ashamed to avow himself “a Presbyterian in religion, and a Republican in
politics.” He had a well-chosen library which he bequeathed to the parish, after “thirty of
his most intimate friends had each selected a book from it as a token of remembrance.” He
left £240 for educating “a certain number of free scholars in the parochial school,” and the
remainder of his fortune he conveyed to Trustees for behoof of his nearest relatives, but in the
event of their leaving no issue, for establishing Professorships of Political Economy in the
universities of Edinburgh, and Glasgow, “in which I think the happiness of man to consist.”
A short memoir was drawn up after his decease by David Constable, Esq., advocate, one of
his trustees.—Publication—Account of Primrose or Carrington [Sinclair's St. Acc. xiv.]—
[Presb. Reg., Scot’s Fun. Serm., Scots. Mag. xci., Xcii, Murray's Biog. Ann., Wew St. Acc., i.
1823. TIEWIS BALFOUR, trans. fr. Sorn, pres. by James, Earl of Lauderdale, and
adm. 28th Aug. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Glasgow Dec. 1853, and died 24th
April 1860, in his 83d year, and 54th min. His amiable manners, cheerful temperament,
and unaffected piety, secured for him the love and regard of all with whom he came into con-
tact. He marr. 26th April 1808, Henrietta Scott, daugh. of the Rev. Dr. Smith of Galston,
she died 13th March 1844, and had John, Surgeon H.E.I. Company’s Service, George Smith,
James M. W., physician, Cramond, Lewis, merchant, and Mackintosh, Manager of the Agra
Bank, Calcutta.-Publications—Sermon on the Death of the Rev. Daniel Wilkie, Edin. 1838,
8vo. Account of the Parish [New St. Acc. i.]—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., New St. Acc. i.]
MINISTERS OF THE KING'S HOUSE, OR DEANS OF THE CHAPEL-ROYAL
OF STIRLING.
1567. JoHN DUNCANSONE, prom. fr. Stirling, Nov., pres, to the Vicarage of the Chapel Royal,
17th March following, which he demitted 1574, before 25th Jan., on being provided to the
sub-deanery, with a stipend of ii. vii. vs. väd. He wrote a Reply to Tyrie the Jesuit's Refuta-
tion of Knox's Answer to a former work, which was appointed to be revised by the Gen.
Assembly March 1573, and was elected Moderator of the succeeding Assembly, 7th Aug.
1574. In that or the following year he was nominated Commissioner of Galloway, and, with
others, was appointed in 1576 and 1578 to draw up the Second Book of Discipline. Died
4th Oct. 1601, aged about 100. His utensils and abulzements were reckoned at ii" merks.
He marr, Margaret Kenzow, who survived him, and had Mr. James, min. of Alloa, William,
Walter, and Marioun, who marr. Mr. Alex. Home, min. of Logie.—|Reg. Min., Presb., and
Assig., Presb., Stirling Presb., Sess., and Test. Reg., Booke of the Kirk, Orig. Lett. i., Wodrow
and Calderwood's Hist., Eaºcheq. Buik. -
1579. JoHN CRAIG, prom. fr. Aberdeen, called He drew up the Confession of Faith,
which was subscribed by his Majesty, 2d March 1580, and adopted by the nation ; was elected
a third time Moderator of the Assembly 17th Oct. 1580, and appointed in 1582 to make a
collection of the Acts of Assembly. In 1592 he wrote an answer to an attack that had been
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made on the Confession of Faith, neither of them, however, were printed. He died 12th Dec.
1600, in his 89th year (when an yearly pension which he enjoyed was conferred by
his Majesty on Sir David Murray of Gospertie, Knight Comptroller). His life was full of
varied and interesting events, yet he maintained a calm, prudent and dignified character,
excelled as a preacher, preserved simple manners without ostentation, and cherished a spirit
and the Inventar and dettis at j"ij" xxijii. xiijs. He marr. Marion Smaill, who survived him,
and had a son, Dr. William, who died (Professor of Divinity in the Univ. of Saumur), at Edin.
Nov. 1616.-Publications—A Form of Examination before the Communion, Edin. 1591, 8vo.
(Frequently bound with older editions of the Westminster Confession of Faith.) He is
supposed to have been the translator of fifteen Psalms which have the initials I. C. in the
Metrical Psalms, Edin. 1565, 8vo.—[Edin. Chr. Inst. iii., Christ. Mag. vii., Reg. Assig, Test.
Reg., Petrie, Row, and Calderwood's Hist., iii., vi., viii., Chambers' Biog. Dict. i., Eaccheq. Buik,
Craufurd’s Univ., Booke of the Kirk, Tytler's Life of Craig., Baillie's Lett. iii., Scott. Metr.
Psalter, Reg. Pres., Lothian Syn. Reg.] -
1589. PATRICK GALLOWAY, prom. fr. Perth, appointed , elected Moderator of the
Assembly 4th Aug. 1590, and a second time 10th Nov. 1602. Had a gift of an yearly pen-
sion from his Majesty, 15th Nov. 1600, of x. chal. victual from two-thirds of the Abbey of
Scone, and another, 24th March 1604, out of the Lordship of Scone, and Abbey of Coupar,
adm. to Edinburgh June 1607–LBooke of the Kirk, Spotswood, Petrie, Row, and Calderwood's
Hist, Reg. Assig., and Pres., Melvill's Autob., Pitcairn's Cr. Trials, ii., Lothian Syn. Reg.]
1596. JoHN EDMESTOUN, min. of Dunning, (must either have been a very short time, or not
have relinquished his parochial charge.)—[Lothian Syn. Reg.] -
1602. ANDREW LAMB, prom. fr. S. Leith, 2d charge, leeted by the Gen. Assembly 14th
May 1601, pres. to Kirkinner and Kirkcowen by his Majesty, 4th Jan. 1602, and entered
before the year closed; was constituted Commendator of the Abbacie of Couper, 24th March
1603, and commissioned, 30th of same month, by his Majesty to go to England. He preached
at Holyroodhouse on the morning of his Majesty's departure to accept the crown of England,
5th April following, which has been stated as “verie cold.” Promoted to the Bishopric of
Brechin in 1607.-IBooke of the Kirk, Calderwood's Hist, Reg. Assig, and Pres.]
1602. JAMES NICOLSON, prom. fr. Meigle. Had formerly been Reader, 1585, 1586.
Appointed by the Gen. Assembly 12th Nov. 1602, and ordained to enter before 15th Feb.
thereafter. (It does not appear, however, that he did so)—[Reg. Assig, Booke of the Kirk.]"
CAMPVERE,
established in 1528 as the only staple port in the United Provinces for the whole of Scotland. It was
resolved by the Convention of Royal Burghs, 4th July 1587, “that there be ane minister elected.”
There being no settled fund, however, for his maintenance, no steps were taken for an appointment till
20th Oct. 1612, when an election was made by the Burghs, “with the advice and consent of his majestie.”
The congregation was recognised as part of the Church by Act of the Gen. Assembly, 9th Aug. 1641, and
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this arrangement has not been recalled, though the privileges granted to the Factory were revoked by the
Batavian Republic, 11th Oct. 1799, and the Church sacrilegiously converted by the French into a house
of correction.
|Previous to Campvere being received by the Church, the ministers were — Alexander
M’Duff, A.M., trans, from Newburgh, adm. in 1613, died Sept. 1625, aged about 43. George
Sydserffe, A.M., ord, and adm. in 1625, went to . Cockburnspath in 1627. John Forret,
A.M., trans. fr. Newburn, adm. in 1628, died Sept. 1629, aged about 40.—Steven's Scott.
Ch. Rotterd, &c.]
1641. WILLIAM SPANGE, A.M., second son of Andrew S., merchant, burges of Glasgow,
born about 1607, studied and attained his degree at the Univ. there in 1625, became doctor
or master in the High School of Edinburgh Same year, pres. by the Commissioners of the
Royal Burghs 27th January, and admitted soon after in 1630, received by the General Assembly
9th August 1641. He demitted and was admitted to Middleburgh, 10th November
1652, where he died 17th June 1664, aged 57, in 35th min. He was cousin to
Principal Baillie, who addressed to him a large portion of his valuable correspon-
dence. He marr, a lady, who died in 1647; 2ndly Anna Meese, by whom he had two sons,
William, min. of Scottish congregation at Middleburg, Andrew, and three daughters—
Publications—Brevis et fidelis Narratio Motuum in Regno et Ecclesia Scotica, Dantisic, 1640,
4to. Rerum muper in Regno Scotica, Gestarum Historia, 1641, sm. 8vo. Three Letters to
Baillie [Baillie's Lett. iii.], and edited Dr. Arthur Johnstone's Latin Poems. Middle-
burgh, 1642–LBaillie's Lett, Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Steven's Scott. Ch. Rotterd, and High
School Edin., Edin. Counc. Reg. xiv., Yair's, Scotch Trade, Ing. Ret. de T'ut. 821, Acts of Ass.,
Peterkin's Records, Lee's Memorial i., Murray's Life of Rutherford.]
1657. GEORGE ROBERTSONE, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of St. Andrews,
in 1645, elected 17th Dec. 1657, demitted in 1660–LAct. Rect. Univ. St. And, Steven’s Scott.
Ch. Rotterd. - -
1661. THOMAS MoUBRAY, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
15th April 1645, became doctor in Dalkeith School, produced a testimonial of his having
satisfied for being in the engagement from one of the min. of S. Leith, to which he had been
drawn on by my Lord Durie (Sir Alexander Gibson) and Sir Thomas Thomson, 16th, and was
adm. to the private Exercise, (on trial for license,) at Dalkeith, 30th May 1650. After having
preached two years to them, and been unanimously called, 27th May 1661, he was adm. by
the Presb. of Edinburgh same year ; demitted in 1664.—[Edin. Grad, Dalkeith Presb. Reg.,
Steven's Scott. Ch. Rotterd., Yair's Scotch Trade.]
1664. ANDREW SNYPE, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1641,
licen. by the Presb. thereof, 11th June 1645, adm. to the English Presbyterian Ch. Rotter-
dam in 1649, which he resigned in 1650 ; adm. in 1664, and died in 1686, aged about 65,
in 37th min.—[Mum. Univ. Glasg. iii., Glasgow Presb. Reg., M.S. Dutch Pap., Steven's Scott.
Ch. Rotterd.
1686. CHARLEs GoRDON, A.M., a native of Aberdeensh., studied and took his degree at the
Univ. and King's College there, 11th July 1676, adm. in 1686, was the first min. here en-
rolled as a member of the Presb. of Edinburgh ; demitted in Feb. 1690, and was adm. to
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Dalmeny same year—[Fasti. Aberd, Leven and Melv. Pap., Steven's Scott. Ch. Rotterd, Lin-
lithgow Presb. Reg. -
1694. THOMAS Hoog, A.M., son of Mr Thomas Hog, min. of Larbert, where he was born in
1655, educated at the High School of Edinburgh, studied and was laureated there, 21st July
1673, betaking himself to the profession of Law, which he forsook for Theology, and was
licen, privately 7th March 1678, and ord, in like manner the same year. He left for Holland,
and arrived there 1st April 1679. After the skirmish at Bothwell-Bridge, he returned, but
expatriated himself to Holland again in 1681, where he acquired the language, and became
Rector of the Latin school at Tergoes, 7th Oct. 1686, was adm. min. at Delft, 27th Sept.
1689. Called here in 1693, and adm. in 1694, called to Clackmannan in 1697, to Ayr 2d,
and to Culross, which he successively rejected. Trans. to Rotterdam, and adm. 10th May
1699. In June 1701 he was elected to the Divinity chair in the Univ. and King's College
Aberdeen, which he also declined ; and a similar Professorship was likewise offered him in a
Dutch Univ. which met a like fate. He died, 6th Jan. 1723, in his 68th year, and 45th
min. He marr. Mrs Johanna van Strygen, widow of Mr Brocdelat, and sister of the Rev.
James van S., a min. in the city, by whom he had six sons and a daughter.—[Steven's Scott.
Ch., Rotterd, Edin. Grad., Acts 1699, and Reg. Gen. Ass. 1723.] -
1699. JoHN CHAIMERs, A.M., brother of Principal Geo. C., Aberdeen. In 1698 he sup-
plied the congregation at Rotterdam during a vacancy. Adm. in 1699, trans. to Duffus, 12th
May 1722, but was continued by the Gen. Assembly 16th May 1723, and died Sept. 1729,
in 31st min.—[Wodrow’s Corresp. ii., iii., Steven's Scott. Ch. Rotterd., M.S. Dutch Pap., Acts,
and Reg. Gen. Ass. 1704, 1722, 1723, Presb. Reg., Yair's Scotch Trade.]
1730. CHARLEs JERVEY, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Glasgow, 28th
June 1722, holding also a bursary of divinity there, 1723–1726, licen. by the Presb. of Irvine,
12th Feb. 1729. ord (at Rotterdam) 20th, and adm. 29th Oct. 1730; died 13th Aug. 1738,
aged about 37, in 8th min. A sister Janet marr. John Turnbull, tenant at Stenhouse-hill.—
Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Steven's Scott. Ch. Rotterd, Wodrow's Annal. iv., Presb., and Test. Reg.
1739. JAMES YAIR, trans. fr. Carriden, called 21st Dec., 1738, adm. 4th Oct. following ;
called to Dalziel, but his translation was refused 30th March 1743; died 23d April 1784, in
49th min.—Publications—Account of the Scotch Trade in the Netherlands, and of the Staple
Port in Campvere, Lond., 1776, 8vo. He translated from the French Chaufepie's Life of Ser-
vetus, Lond, 1771–LPresb Reg., Steven's Scott. Ch., Rotterd, Morren's Ann. i.]
1784. ALEXANDER WILSON, A.M., son of Mr James W., min. of Gamrie, studied and took
his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews in 1770, called, and was adm. 7th Nov. 1784; died
3d May 1789, in 5th min.-[St. Andrew's Univ. Cal., Presb. Reg., Steven's Scott. Ch. Rotterd.]
1790. JoHN LIKLY, A.M., son of the Rev. John L., min. of Meldrum, licen. by the Presb.
of Garioch, 8th May 1782, and ord. by them 13th Oct. 1789, called same year, adm. 16th
March, 1790, with many of his congregation he was obliged to flee on the invasion of the
French, and the establishment broken up in July 1795. After the lapse of several years he
succeeded to the cure of his native parish.-[Presb. Reg., Steven's Scott. Ch., Rotterd.]
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CHURCH IN INDIA.
The Directors of the Hon. East India Company, having resolved to appoint a Chaplain of the Church
of Scotland at each of the three Presidencies under their Establishment, a petition from the Rev. James
Bryce, one of those appointed, was laid before the General Assembly, 1814, who appointed a Committee
to consider the same ; and their report, on 30th May, was unanimously adopted. It declared “that the
three churches endowed in India were acknowledged as branches of the Church of Scotland, and allowed
to send one minister and one elder to the General Assemblies.” In 1821, assistants, or junior chaplains,
at each of the Stations were added to the Establishment by the same authority.
- BENGAL,
was opened in 1815; and St. Andrew's Church was opened in March 1818.
1814. JAMES BRYCE, prom. fr. Strachan, appointed by the Hon. Court of Directors 11th
April 1814. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh, 12th Aug. 1818; demitted in
1836. He was suspended by the Gen. Assembly, with others, 30th May 1842, from his
judicial functions as a member of Presb., and other superior judicatories, till after the 1st
March following, for holding communion with the ministers of Strathbogie. He died
11th March 1866, in 58th min. He marr. 7th Jan. 1822, Mary, daugh. of the
Rev. Dr. Meiklejohn, min. of Abercorn.—Publications—Sketch of the State of British
India, Edin., 1810, 8vo. On the Ecclesiastical Establishment of the Church of Scot-
land as it exists in Scotland, and is now extended to British India, a Sermon, Calcutta,
1815. The Preaching of the Gospel, the effectual means of diffusing among mankind a
knowledge of the true God, a Sermon, Lond., 1818. Sermons, Calcutta, 8vo., The present
position of the Church of Scotland, a Letter, Edin., 1838, 8vo. Second Letter, Edin., 1839,
8vo. Speech in the Commission of Assembly, Edin., 1839, 8vo. Sketch of Native Education
in India, under the Superintendence of the Church of Scotland, Lond., 1839, 8vo. Letter
to the Ministers of the Convocation, Edin., 1843, 8vo. Speech on endowing the Catholic
College of Maynooth, Edin., 1845, 8vo. Speech on the Bill for the Abolition of Tests in
the Universities of Scotland, Edin, 1845, 8vo, Ten years of the Church of Scotland, 2 vols.,
Edin, 1850, 8vo. Appeal in behalf of Native Education in India, Edin., 1855, 8vo.—[Presb.
Reg., Edin. Grad, Acts of Ass. 1814, 1842, Scots Mag., lxxvi., lxxxv., Edin. Chr. Inst.,
xviii., xix.)
1836. JAMES CHARLEs, prom. fr. Assistant-Chaplain. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of
Edinburgh, 30th March 1839, demitted in 1849, and was adm. to Kirkowen 29th Nov. same
year. He marr. 28th May 1832, Elizabeth Smith Edmonston.—Publications—(Two single
Sermons, 8vo.) The Watchman's Warning Voice, Calcutta, 1843. The Lord's Voice to Britain
from the Far East, Edin., 1857.—[Edin. Grad., &c.]
ASSISTANT or JUNIOR CHAPLAINs.
1822. JAMES BROWN, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Uuiv. of Edinburgh, 1st
Feb. 1814; tutor in the family of Will. Elliot Lockhart, Esq. of Borthwick Brae, M.P., licen.
by the Presb. of Selkirk, 9th July 1816, appointed 16th Dec. 1821, ord, by the Presb, of
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Lanark, 31st July 1822. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. and Marischal Coll. of Aberdeen,
12th May 1826; died at Singapore, Sept. 1830, in 9th min−ſ Edin. Grad., &c.]
1832, JAMES CHARLEs, tutor in the family of Robert Wardlaw Ramsay, Esq. of Whitehill,
licen. by the Presb. of Dalkeith, 6th Dec. 1826, app. and ord, 25th April 1832; prom. to the
Chaplaincy in 1836.-[Presb. Reg.]
1837. WILLIAM HoPE MEIKLEJOHN, youngest son of the Rev. Dr. M., min. of Abercorn,
studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, app. by the Hon. Court of Directors, in 1836, ord. 18th
Jan. 1837. Had D.D. conferred by his Alma Mater, 9th April 1849; was promoted to the
Chaplaincy in 1850, and died 11th Dec. Same year, in 54th age, and 14th min.—[Presb. Reg.,
Edin. Grad, &c.]
FORT ST. GEORGE, MADRAS.
1814. JoHN ALLAN, appointed by the Hon. Court of Directors. Had D.D. conferred by
the Univ. of Glasgow, April 1815; died 11th Dec. 1822.
1823. ALEXANDER WEBSTER, prom. from Assistant-Chaplain ; died 25th Oct. 1829, in
his 41st year, and 5th min. -
1830. GEORGE JAMES LAWRIE, D.D., prom. fr. Assist-Chap. ; demitted in 1838, adm. to
Monkton 2d Nov. 1843. 1. -
ASSISTANT or JUNIOR CHAPLAINs.
1822. ALEXANDER WEBSTER, licen. by the Presb. of St. Andrews, 9th Nov. 1818, app. by
the Hon. Court of Directors, 3d, and ord. by the Presb. of Cupar, 9th April 1822; prom. to
the Chaplaincy in 1823.−|Cupar Presb. Reg.]
1823. GEORGE JAMES LAWRIE, son of the Rev. Dr. Arch. L., min. of Loudoun, licen. by
the Presb. of Irvine, 11th June 1822, app. in 1823, and ord, by the Presb, which licen, him,
26th Nov. same year. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Glasgow, 5th Feb. 1828; prom.
to the Chaplaincy in 1830.-[Irvine Presb. Reg.]
1831. MATTHEW BowTE, licen. by the Presb. of Linlithgow, 9th Sept. 1824, app. in 1831,
ord. 29th June same year; prom. to Chaplaincy in 1838, demitted in 1848, adm. to Kinghorn,
11th May same year. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Glasgow, May 1858. He marr.
and had Francis P., Student of Divinity; Mary Ann, and others—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
BOMBAY.
1815. JAMES CLow, a native of Ardoch, licen, by the Presb. of Kirkcaldy, 21st July 1813,
app. by the Hon. Court of Directors, in 1815, ord, by the Presb. in which he was licen., 5th
April same year; demitted in 1833. After returning, and remaining some time, he emigrated
to Melbourne, was elected first Moderator of the Presbyterian Church of Victoria after the
union in 1859, and died soon after. His eldest daugh. marr, the Rev. James Forbes, min. of
John Knox's Church, Melbourne, beside whom he left others.-LKirkcaldy Presb. Reg., &c.]
1833. Joseph LAURIE, prom. fr. Assistant-Chaplain. Had D.D. conferred in 1840,
demitted in 1841; adm. to Culross 2d charge 13th Oct. 1843; demitted (which was accepted) in
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consequence of ill health 9th March 1845. He marr. 7th Oct. 1822, Frances Brown, only daugh.
of John Barker, Esq., late Provost of Dumfries, she died Jan. 1865.-Publication—Observations
on the Extension and Present Condition of the Scottish Church in India, Edin. 1840, 8vo.
ASSISTANT or JUNIOR CHAPLAINS.
1822. Jose.PH LAURIE, studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, licen. by the Presb. of Dumfries,
5th Nov. 1817, appointed by the Hon. Court of Directors, ord, by the Presb, which licen. him
10th July same year; prom. to the Chaplaincy in 1833–LDumfries Presb. Reg., &c.]
1834. JoHN STEVENSON, licen. by the Presb. of Glasgow 10th June 1818, and ord, by them
20th Aug. 1823 as a Missionary to Bombay, appointed by the Hon. Court of Directors in
1834, and adm. 30th April same year. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of St. Andrews,
16th Jan. 1836; prom, to Chaplaincy in 1841, demitted in 1854; adm. to Ladykirk 5th
July 1855, died 11th Aug. 1858, in 35th min. He marr. Laura Turton Gordon, and had
four sons and three daughters, of whom Robert J. is min. of Dolphinton.
—Publications—The Threefold Science, or Sanhita of the Rig Veda, translated with the
original Hindostanee, Bombay 1833, 4to. Transl, of the Sanhita of the same Veda, Lond.
1842,8vo. Grammar of one of the Vernacular Languages—[Presb., and Glasgow Presb. Reg., &c.]
CEYLON.
The Colonial Committee, on the petition of the Presbyterians inhabitants, applied to Government on their
behalf, and received her Majesty's authority, 5th Jan. 1839, to the Treasury of that colony to aid toward
the erection of a building, and maintenance of a minister at Colombo.
SUCCESSION OF MINISTERS IN THE PRESBYTERY STNCE JUNE 1839.
Page
13. Edinburgh, Old Church, 1841. Thomas Clark, D.D.
1844. John Clark, A.M.
25. High Church, 1843. David Arnot, D.D.
30. . º 4. iº 1840. James Buchanan.
- 1844. James M*Letchie, D.D.
34. Trinity College, 1843. William Steven, D.D.
1857. William Smith.
1860. Robert Wallace, A.M.
44. Old Greyfriars, 1843. Robert Lee, D.D.
48. St. John’s, . 1844. Robert W. Fraser, A.M.
52. Tolbooth, . 1842. William King Tweedie.
1844. George Smith, D.D.
57. Tron, . e 1857. Maxwell Nicholson.
64. Lady Yester's, 1847. John Caird, A.M.
1850. William H. Gray, A.M.
69. New North, 1843. Robert Nisbet, D.D.
72. New Greyfriars, 1843. William Robertson.
73. St. Andrews, 1843. Thomas Clark, D.D.
1857. John Stuart.
74. 1844. Thomas Jackson Crawford, D.D.
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7 º St. George's, 1843. Robert Horne Stevenson.
St. Mary's,. 1843. James Grant, D.D.
79. Gaelic, q, S. 1840. James Noble.
1846. Alexander M*Kellar.
1849. Alexander Stewart.
1850. Alexander M*Gregor, A.M.
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81. Lady Glen- \
1842. George Ramsay Davidson, A.M.
1863. Daniel M*Laren.
81. St. Luke's, q. s. 1853. Peter Macmorland.
1856. James Bearcliffe M*Laurin.
1858. Thomas Andrews.
1861. Ronald Macpherson.
1839. Andrew Mackenzie.
orchy's, g. s. ſ
Henderson }
Church, q.s.
87. Canongate, g 1849. Andrew R. Bonar.
90. º - e 1845. Andrew R. Bonar.
1850. Taniel Macfie.
91. New Street, q. s. . 1846. James Millar, A.M.
96. North Leith, © 1843. Alexander Davidson, A.M.
1860. William Smith.
97. Newhaven, q. S. . 1850. William Graham.
97. Mariner's Church, q. s. 1840. John Thomson, A.M.
103. South Leith, * 1844. William Stevenson, D.D.
1864. James. Mitchell, A.M.
108. º º º 1844. Henry Duff.
109. St. Thomas’, g. s. . 1841. James M*Letchie.
1842. John Kinross, A.M.
1843. John Steele.
1844. George Scott.
1851. Archibald Buchanan.
1864. Robert G. Fraser.
113. Dudingston, * 1841. James Macfarlane, D.D.
113. Portobello, g. s. . 1844. William Stirling Blackwood.
1862. John Wallace.
117. Liberton, - © 1843. John Stewart, A.M.
118. Gilmerton, q. S. . 1860. Thomas Fleming.
1862. Peter Stewart, A.M.
127. St. Cuthbert's, º 1843. James Veitch, D.D.
128. Buccleuch, q. S. . 1844. Henry Rutherford.
1857. Alexander M*Laren, A.M.
1864. Finlay Mathieson.
129. St. Bernard's, g. s. 1841. Alexander Watson Brown.
1843. James French.
1845. James Hay, A.M.
1850. William Caesar.
1852. David Brown.
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William Robertson.
Andrew K. H. Boyd, D.D.
John McMurtrie, A.M.
James Elder Cumming.
Robert Ferguson, A.M.
George Pettendreich.
James Hamilton,
Alexander Gregory, A.M.
James Manson.
John Birkmyre, D.D.
Thomas Addis.
R. W. Macgoun, A.M.
Andrew Gray, A.M.
Walter Laidlaw Colvin, D.D.
Robert Keith Dick Horne.
James Charles Fowler, LL.D.
Henry W. Smith.
Thomas Barclay, D.D.
James Langwill.
William Lockhart, A.M.
William Hope Meiklejohn, D.D.
James Chalmers Herdman, A.M.
Robert Henderson.
James Chalmers Herdman, A.M.
Robert Henderson.
George G. Gillan, A.M.
John Macalister Thomson, A.M.
James Williamson, A.M.
John Dawson.
Robert Kerr Hamilton, A.M.
James Ruthven Macfarlane, A.M.
Robert Kerr Hamilton, A.M.
James Ruthven Macfarlane, A.M.
Stewart Wright.
Alexander Walker.
Augustus Clifford Bell, A.M.
Stewart Wright.
John Stevenson, D.D.
George Cook, A.M.
Robert Francis Colvin.
Duncan Macpherson, A.M.
George Cook, A.M.
|Robert Francis Colvin.
Duncan Macpherson, A.M.
Malcolm Munro Ross, A.M.
Duncan Macpherson, A.M.
William Middleton, A.M.
[159]
PRESBYTERY OF LINLITHGOW.
Proposed to be erected by the General Assembly, April 1581. The Record commences 12th Dec. 1610,
and extends to nineteen volumes, including that of the Protesters, from 6th Aug. 1651 to 7th July 1658;
with chasms from 29th Oct. 1617, to 26th Aug. 1618; 31st Oct. 1632, to Oct. 1639, and 28th Oct. 1713,
to 5th Dec. 1716.
LINLITHGOW.
The Church, previous to the Reformation, belonged to the Priory of St. Andrews.
1561. PATRICK KINLOQUHY or KINLOCH, was a canon of the Augustinian monastery at St.
Andrews previous to the Reformation. In 1567 his stipend was viºli. He was pres, to the
vicarage by James WT., 3d and 11th June 1574, having in that year charge also of Kynneill,
Carridin, and Bynnie, with a stipend of j xlv. li. i.js ijäd. In 1578, he was a member of As-
sembly when the Second Book of Discipline was confirmed. He was requested by the citizens
of Edinburgh, 16th Oct. 1584, “to teache ane certain space,” and 30th following, “besought
to remane” as one of their ministers, and a Committee appointed by the Council “to agrie with
him to be a min. in the burgh.” It proceeded, however, no farther. Having been charged to
appear before the Privy Council, 7th Dec. Same year, for not subscribing obedience to the
Archbishop ; he read answers for himself and his brethren, yet submitted before the month
closed. He was engaged by his Majesty, 2d Jan. 1586, with two of the Court ministers, to
address his brethren for their submission; and was nominated by the Secret Council, 6th March
1589, one of the Commissioners for the maintenance of true religion in the sherriffdom of
Linlithgow. Continued 1608, and perhaps was still alive in 1613, when a son, Patrick, pro-
posed teaching at Saumur, who was on the exercise 12th March 1617-IWinzet's Tractatis
(Maitland Club) 1835, Reg. Min., Pres, and Assig., Zurich Lett. ii., Wodrow’s Biog., and
Miscell, Edin. Counc. Reg., Booke of the Kirk, Calderwood's Hist.]
1610. ROBERT CORNWALL, A.M., translated from 2d charge ; he was pres, by James VI.,
20th April ; was a member of Assembly same year, and died 5th June 1626, aged about 63.
He had a daugh., Janet.—Reg. Pres., Assig., et Sec. Sigill, Booke of the Kirk, Presb., Syn.,
and Sess. Reg., Calderwood's Hist, Melvill's Autob.]
1626. JoHN CORNWALL, pres. by Charles T., 16th June ; died April 1646, in 20th min.
His librarie was estimat at 1 fi, the insicht of his house at 1 fi, and the Inventar, with debts, to
ij" v" xlviij ii. vs. iiijd, to which his son, Robert, was confirmed executor. He had other
children, John, John, Christian, Jean, and Andrew. The mother of the two latter was Jean
Balfour.—[Reg. Pres, Old Dec. iv., et Sec. Sigill, Presb., Sess, and Test. Reg., Dempsterii Eccl.
Hist, i.]
1646. DAVID DRUMMOND, A.M., trans. fr. 2d charge, pres. by Charles I. 6th May, and adm.
and coll. 2d Sept. Deposed 4th Oct. 1648, for his silence in not preaching against the unlawful
engagement. A tumult broke out at the intimation of this sentence. It was taken off, how-
X
160 PRESBYTERY OF LINLITHGOW.
ever, 14th Feb. 1655.—[Reg. Pres, et Sec. Sigill, Presb., and Sym. Reg., Guthrie's Mem.,
Peterkin's Records.]
1650. EPHRAIM MELVILL, A.M., trans. fr. Queensferry; nominated by the Kirk Session 16th
and 27th Aug. 1649, adm. 31st Jan. following. An unhappy difference divided the church in the
following year into Resolutioners and Protestors. Adhering to the latter, he, with Mess. Keith,
Ecclesmachen; Kennedy, Calder; Row, Abercorn; Kynneir, Calderclere; and Wishart, Kinneil,
being the minority, formed themselves into a presbytery 6th August, Attempts were made
to heal the breach by the majority, but this party 22d June 1652, “find that they cannot
unite, because of the reasons contained in their protestion,” so they continued separate till 12th
Feb. 1659, when they united. Mr. M. did not long share in these indecent proceedings, having
died April 1653, aged about 44, in 12th min., and is styled, “their late and worthie pastor;”
Principal Rutherfurd said of him, “as an interpreter, he was one among a thousand.” By
his sermons he was instrumental in bringing Durham of Glasgow, and other exemplary divines
under the power of the gospel. His librarie was estimat at iiij x merks. The insicht at lxvi
ii xiijs iiijd. Inventar and debts iiij" ix." Xij i ijd. He marr. Bessie Yoole, who survived
him, and had three daugh, Bessie, Eupham, and Katharine, who were served heirs portioners,
28th Oct. 1656, and to whom Andrew M., merchant, Edinburgh, was served nearest kinsman
on the father's side, 4th June 1653.—|Sess., Presb., and Test. Reg., Lamont's and Brodie's
Diary, Wodrow's Anal., Ing. Ret. Fife 863, de Tut. 801.] - -
1653. ALEXANDER GUTHRIE, A.M., son of Alex. G., tailor, Edinburgh, studied and took his
degree at the Univ. there, 28th July 1648. After seeking of God the most part of the day for
direction, he was unanimously elected by the Session, 26th April 1653, “having great abilities
and a godlie conversation.” It is stated on the 31st, the Presb. “being put by violence fra
the said place at L., were forced to keep their meeting at Magdalenis, near to the east port,
because of the ryet at the portis of L., and disturbance made by the magistrates and town
there, this day, in resisting the ministrie and eldares resorting to the burgh to meet presby-
teriallie, &c. The brethren having staid all nycht there, and again cuming in the morning
before the presbyterie was fullie convenit, came furth the governor of L., with his souldierie in
armes, and the Provost and Baillies of T., with their officers and halberts, with manie other of
the disaffected in the towne, and after that they called furth the ministers furthe of the hous,
and discharged them from going about that admission. The ministers answering, that they
fand themselfis bound in conscience to goe about that work, immediately therafter the officers
of the town, with their halberts, and other soldiers of the town, fell upon the ministers, and
woundit sum of them, and dreave them by violence fra that place.” Still they proceeded, and
he was adm. (by the Protesting or Remonstrant Presb., at Langlandis, near Pardivane), 1st
June. Notwithstanding, the settlement gave rise to very unseemly proceedings, as the Kirk
Sess, on 26th following state, “we ar daylie trubled and molested by the incroachment of some
ministers upon our just privileges, by what authority we know not, doing quhat in them lyes,
not onlie to bear off the people fra countenancing their lawful minister, but also to withdraw
them from and steir up against him and us without ane call, yea, against the Sessions will, bap-
tizing the children of all, even of the most scandalous.” His case was brought before the Synod,
who declared “the call and entrie of Mr. G. to the ministry of L. to be unlawful, and also did
T.INI,ITEIGO.W. i 61
inhibit his ministry thair, some of their number (Protestors) protested and appealed to the first
lawful Gen. Assembly, giving three reasons, “we cannot imagine anie Schew of reason for it,
except that he was not tryit, and adm. by the brethren separating from us, &c. who ar for
the Public Resolutions, and that the Synod has declared them, not us, to be the Presbyterie,
and therefore, that they must walk congruouslie to that principle, and declare everie thing that
we, in the capacitie of a Presb. do, simpliciter null.” Mr. G. died March 1655, aged about
27, in 20 min. Debts were “awin him amounting to ij" lxxii.” Baillie represents him as
“a sillie man, forced on the ministrie of L., contrare to all the Synod could doe.”—DReg. Laur.
{Jniv. Edin, Edin. Grad., Sess., Presb., and Test. Reg., Baillie's Lett. iii., Rep. on Ch.
Patronage.] - -
1655. WILLIAM WEIR, A.M., also of the Protesting or Remonstrant Presb., trans. fr. 2d charge,
adm. 27th March; removed by the Synod May 1661. Refusing to deliver to the Magistrates,
the Church Registers, &c.; he was imprisoned by (Glen), the Provost, in the Thieves Hall,
and subsequently in the Palace for six weeks, till he complied with the authorities.—[Presb.
Reg., Wodrow’s Hist. i., ii., Reid’s Ireland ii.] -
1655. JAMES RAMSAY, of the Resolutionist or Moderate Presb., trans. fr. Kirkintilloch, adm.
(on a call by the Presb. with a Committee of Synod) 14th Sept. On a supplication of the
parishioners to the Synod, 8th May 1656, bearing that he is ane able, pious, and peaceable
man and doth meet with many obstructions in the exercise of his ministry, to the prejudice
of the Lord's work in his discouragement, and desiring he may be encouraged in his calling.
The Moderator, in their name, found and declared him to be lawfully called and admitted,
being farther confirmed in their judgment of his abilities, by his sermon preached this day
before them. The Synod, 3d Nov. 1658, appointed a committee to deal with the heritors for
settling a competent stipend upon ilk ane of the ministers settled by the two parties. On the
29th May 1661, he and his parishioners had a great demonstration of loyalty on his Majesty's
return, when the Solemn League, and Covenant, with all the Acts of Parliament passed during
the civil war, were publickly burnt in the market-place. Coll. Sept. 1662; trans, to Hamilton
in 1664.—[Sess., Presb., and Syn. Reg., Reg. Collat, Kirkton, and Wodrow’s Hist. i., Baillie's
Lett. iii., Chambers’ Ann. ii., Acts Parl. vii. -
1665. ALEXANDER SETONE, pres. by James Archbishop of St. Andrews; coll, 8th, and inst.
Oct. He was accused 7th Dec. 1682, of several acts of imprudence, insolence, and malversa-
tion of the poor's box, which were referred to the Archbishop of St. Andrews, and Bishop of
Edinburgh. Libelled by the Town Council for scandal, and deposed 29th Aug. 1690; died
Nov. following. He marr. Anne Channel, who died May 1709. A son, Alexander, was
Collector of Excise for East Lothian, besides whom he had a daugh, Ann.—[Sess., Presb., and
Test. Reg., Reg. Collat, M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689, Fountainhall's Dec. i., Reg. Gen. Ass. 1692.]
1687. WILLIAM WEIR, A.M., from Coleraine, Ireland, returned on a call 24th July, and
had a call of adherence 21st June 1691, was a member of the Assemblies 1690, 1692, and
died 1st July 1695, “triumphing over death and the grave,” aged about 67, in 42d min.—
[Presb., Syn., and Sess. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist, Reid’s Ireland ii., iii.
1699. ALEXANDER DALGLEISH, trans. fr. Abercorn, called 4th March, and adm. 31st May ;
died 30th May 1726, in 37th min. He marr. 27th Sept. 1702, Susanna daugh. of Duncan
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Campbell, of Auchlyne, and had William, Robert (his successor), Christian, Susanna, Marion,
and Elizabeth-[Presb., Syn., Sess., and Edin. Reg. (Marr)
1727. RobBRT DALGLEISH, A.M., trans, fr. 2d charge, called 22d Dec. 1726, pres, by the
Presb. jure devoluto, and adm. 25th Jan. following ; died 9th Aug. 1758, in his 65th year,
and 39th min. He marr. Susanna Symers, who died 24th Jan. 1764, and had two sons,
William and Robert—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Carlyle's Autob.]
1759. JAMES Hogg, trans. fr. Kirkbean, pres, by George II., in 1758, adm, 8th Aug. 1759;
he officiated as Principal Clerk of the Gen. Assembly in 1762, and was killed by a fall from
his horse, 6th May 1778, in 33d min. Having been “a man of good heart, and uncommon
generosity.”—[Presb. Reg., Morren's Ann., Carlyle's Autob.]
1778. JoHN SCOTLAND, trans. fr. Westerkirk, pres, by George T.I., 26th Sept., and adm. 17th
Dec. ; trans, to Edinburgh (New Greyfriars), 21st Sept. 1791–LPresb., and Syn. Reg.]
1792. JAMES DOBIE, trans. fr. Mid-Calder, pres, by George ITT. April, and adm. 15th June.
Had D.D. from the Univ. of Edinburgh, 5th April 1806, and died 10th Nov. 1826, in 81st
age, and 54th min. He twice married. George Stodart, his second son, died in 1864.—
Publication—A Sermon Preached after the Death of Lord President Blair, and Wiscount Mel-
ville, Edin. 1811, 8vo. Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. xiv.)—[Presb. Reg., Edin.
Grad.]
1827. ANDREW BELL, trans. fr. Torphichen, pres, by George IV. Feb. and adm. 20th June.
Had D.D. from the Univ. of St. Andrews, 10th July 1842; was proposed for the Moderator-
ship of the Gen. Assembly, and supported by a minority of 75, in opposition to the minister
of Kirknewton, in 1849, but elected to that of 24th May 1855, and died 27th Feb. 1862,
in 40th Min. He marr. 6th Aug. 1861, Clementina Napier, widow of Henry Glassford, Esq.
of Dougalston.—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.]
SECOND CHARGE, suPPRESSED IN 1744.
1576. PETER HAMILTONE, Reader at Kinneil 1571 ; in 1576 Bynnie, Kynneil, and Car-
riddin were also in the charge ; trans, to Livingston in 1585.-LReg. Min., and Assig.]
1599. RobHRT CoRNVALI, A.M., trans. fr. Ecclesmachen, pres, by James VI., 16th April ;
was a member of Assembly 1602, and nominated constant Moderator of the Presb. by the
Assembly 1606, the Presb. were charged by the Priv. Council 17th Jan. following, to receive
him within twenty-four hours after notice, under pain of rebellion. Trans. to first charge after
1608.- Reg. Pres, and Assig, Booke of the Kirk, Priv. Counc. Reg., Calderwood's Hist.]
1642. DAVID DRUMMOND, A.M., trans. fr. Muckhart, adm. 21st April. He had a protection
from the celebrated Montrose Aug. 1645 ; was a member of the Commission in 1646, and
was trans, to first charge 2d Sept. Same year.—|Presb. Reg., Mem. of Montrose ii., Acts of Ass.]
1648. THOMAS INGLIS, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow, in
1642; became chaplain to the Treasurer-Depute, and afterwards to William Marquis of
Douglas, and tutor to his children, licen. by the Presb. of Lanark, called Dec. 1647, ord. and
adm. 26th April following; deposed 27th Sept. thereafter, for “lightly esteeming the ministry
(by his voluntarie demission), and being confirmed in malignancie,” (silence in not preaching
LINIITH GOW. I 63
against the unlawful engagement). Restored to the ministry 12th Jan. 1654.—[Mun. Univ.
Glasg. iii., Presb. of Lanark, Presb, and Syn. Reg. -
1653. WILLIAM WEIR, A.M., studied and graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 28th July
1648, called 9th June (under the Protesting Presb), ord, and adm. 6th Oct. 1653. Inhibited
by the Synod 10th May 1654, “being not lawfully called and tried.” Trans. to first charge in
1655.-LReg. Laur. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad., Presb. Reg., Rep. on Ch. Patronage.]
1655. WILLIAM Brown, licen, by the Protesting Presb., 8th June 1653, called 18th June,
and ord, and adm. 12th Sept. 1655. Considering the constant averseness of Mr. B. to remain
in L., because of the non subjection of the bodie of the people to his ministry, and with all the
earnest desyr of the said Mr. W. that the Presb. wad tak in consideration how manie calls
and invitations have bene repelled by him heirtofore fra Several congregations quhair they had
the Presbyteries advice, and that the Presb. would do nothing for the easing of his spirit. The
Presb. 16th Dec. 1657, “advise him to abide for One year, and if he sall not within that time
be settled in L., or in any other place of the Presb., satisfyingly to himself, they will not lay
any farther bands on him to abide at L.” He went to Carnwath before 5th July 1660.-
[Presb., and Biggar Presb. Reg., Livingston's Charac., Rep. on Chr. Patronage.]
1673. JoHN BURNETT, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. and King's College,
Aberdeen, 19th July 1665; licen. at Aberdeen, called by the Heritors and Town Council 1st
Oct. 1672 ; the first minister protesting that nothing be done to the prejudice of him or his
successors by decreet of locality; ord, and adm. 9th Jan, 1673; trans, to Culross in 1676.—
[Fastī Aberd, Sess, and Presb. Reg., Reg. Collat.]
1687. PATRICK TRENT, A.M., formerly of Temple, adm, 19th Oct. ; deprived by the Priv.
Council 15th Aug. 1689, for not reading the Proclamation of the Estates, not praying for King
William and Queen Mary, and praying for King James, and that God would restore the
banished. Died 4th Nov. 1728, in 78th age and 56th min. He marr, 3d Aug. 1667, Christian
Hog, in the par. of Haddington, and had Mr. John, writer, Edinburgh, Janet, spouse of Mr.
Robert Meldrum, min., and Agnes, spouse of Alexander Duncan, writer, Edinburgh.-Presb.,
Haddington Sess, Test, and Edin. Reg. (Bur), Peterkin's Constitution of the Church]
1700. ANDREW BARCLAY, chaplain to the family of Livingston, and nephew to Mr. Geo. B.,
min. of Uphall; licen, by the Presb. 5th July 1699, called 5th June, and ord, 14th Aug. 1700 ;
demitted 19th June 1717, and 2d June 1718, accepted 6th Aug. following. He died 27th Feb.
1721, in 21st min. He marr. 25th Aug. 1700, Katharine Clayton, in Kirkhill, Uphall, and
had Francisca and Janet ; 2dly, 28th May 1705, Agnes daugh. of John Brown, merchant
burges of Edinburgh, and had George, Alexander, Margaret, Janet, William, Robert, Agnes, and
Alexander—[Presb., Sess., and Edin. Reg. (Marr., and Bur), Morrison's Digest, and Dec. x.]
1720. ROBERT TXALGLEISH, A.M., son of Mr. Alex. D., in the first charge, licen. by the
Presb. 16th Sept. 1719, called 18th Nov. following, ord, 4th Aug. 1720 ; trans, to first charge
28th Dec. 1726.-[Edin. Grad., Presb. Reg.]
1728. ROBERT SPEARs, A.M., studied at the Univ. of Glasgow, and took his degree 1st May
1719 ; licen, by the Presb. 30th Aug. 1727, called 22d Nov. thereafter, ord, 3d April 1728;
trans, to Burntisland 25th Aug. 1743–LMun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb. Reg., Morrison's
Digest, and Dec. x.] -
| 64 PRESBYTERY OF LINLITHGOW.
ABERCORN.
1584. WILLIAM PowRIE, pres, to the Vicarage of Errol, by James VI., 31st Jan. 1573, and
was Reader there 1578. He was charged to appear 7th Dec. 1584, for not obeying his Ordinary,
and was one of those who signed an address to his Majesty regarding it. Adm. in 1585, pres.
to the Vicarage by James VI, in 1595, and died in 1632, in 47th min.—[Reg. Pres, and
Assig., Presb., Test, and Syn. Reg., Tombst., Calderwood's Hist.] -
1622. JoHN CRICHTON, A.M., studied and graduated at the Univ. of St. Andrews in 1619,
ord. (colleague) in 1622, and trans, to Campsie in 1623–Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb. Reg.]
1624. JAMES LAYNG, A.M., son of Mr. John L., min. of Greenock, studied and attained his
degree at the Univ. of Glasgow, in 1617; adm. to the public exercise (licensed) 19th April
1620, ord. (colleague) 17th Feb., and adm. 7th March 1624; trans. to Kirknewton in 1625.-
[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb. Reg., Ing. Ret, Gen. 2472.]
1626. ANDREW Zou Ng, A.M., formerly of Bothkennar ; admitted (colleague) 29th Oct.
and died 19th Nov. 1639, aged about 46. His wife, Margaret Darroch, died June 1629, by
whom he had a son, Robert, who became min. of Dunbarny.—[Presb., Syn., and Test. Reg.
(Stirl), Reg. Old Dec. iv.] .
1640. JAMES FORBEs, A.M., son of Mr. John F., min. at Delft, better known as min. of
Alford, and Moderator of the Assembly at Aberdeen in 1605; studied and attained his degree
at the Univ. and King's College Aberdeen, in 1627; pres. by the Presb. jure devoluto, and
coll. 10th, and inst. and adm. 12th June 1640 ; died 19th July 1642, in 3d min. His librarie
was estimat at viij" ii, and the utencils, &c., at iſ li. He had also silver cowpes, and ane
silver salt fatt, weyand iiijli, at four merkis the oz. Inventar and detts ij" iij" likxx fixiijs
iiijd. He was an able and zealous preacher, and delivered himself with such vehemency, that
he was obliged to change his linen after every sermon from perspiration. He administered
the communion four times every year. He marr. 30th Oct. 1640, Janet, daugh. of Mr. James
Fleming, min. of Bathens, she died April 1671, and had two daugh., Janet and Catharine,
who was served heir 25th July 1643, to whom his brother, Arthur, was served nearest agnate
same day.—|Fasti Aberd, Presb., Yester Sess., and Test. Reg. (Edin., and Dunbl.), Livingston's
Charac, Lumsden's House of Forbes, Ing. Ret. Gen. 2888, 55.30, de Tut. 663.]
1642. ROBERT Row, A.M., son of Mr John R., min. of Carnock, studied and was laureated
at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 24th July 1630; entered on trials for licence before the Presb. of
Perth 2d Oct. 1639; ord. and adm. 21st Dec. 1642 ; was a member of the Commission of
Assembly 1648, divided with the protesting brethren, and formed one of the Protesting Presb.;
was confined to his chamber in Edinburgh by the Committee of Estates, 15th Sept. 1660, and
ten days after had his stipend sequestrated for subscribing the Remonstrance, “ane dangerous
and seditious paper tending to disturb the peace of the kingdom.” Died 14th March 1661,
aged about 51, in 19th min. He marr. 20th Feb. 1645, Elisabeth Hardie, and had Alexander,
Marie, Grissell, Robert, John, George, William, Isobel, Robert, Thomas, and Robert, one of
the daugh. was alive in 1690.- Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, Presb., and Sess. Reg., Baillie's Lett.
iii., Edin. Grad, Row, and Wodrow’s Hist, Fergusson's Tracts, Mun. Univ. Glasg. ii., Acts of Ass.]
ABERCOTRN. 165
1662. JoHN ARTHUR, licen. by the Presb. of Haddington, 27th March 1656, became chap-
lain to David, Earl of Wemyss and subsequently to Mary Countess of Buccleuch; pres, and
adm. in 1662 ; obtained a gift of the escheit of Sir Patrick Hamiltoun of Little Prestoun,
25th July 1675, and continued in 1681, when he was probably deprived by the Test. He
marr. 13th Feb. 1662, Girsell Kynnynmonth, gentlewoman to the Countess of Buccleuch, and
had James, Marie, John, Thomas, Ann, George, and Jean—[Lamont's Diary, Sess, and Edin.
Beg. (Bapt.), Reg. Sec. Sigill, Wew St. Acc. i.
1683. RoBERT GoRDON, trans. from Caputh ; deprived by the Priv. Council 23d Aug.
1689, for not reading the Proclamation of the Estates, not praying for King William and
Queen Mary, but praying for King James. Because of his disingenuity he was committed to
prison during pleasure—[Presb. Reg., Peterkin's Constitution of the Church, MS. Acc. of Min.
1689.] - -
1690. ALEXANDER DALGLEISH, licen. by the Presb. 18th July 1688, called June 1689, ord.
1st Jan. following ; called to Dunfermline 7th April 1697; the translation however was
refused by the Gen. Assembly 18th Jan. 1698, and he was trans. to Linlithgow 3d May 1699.
—[Presb. Reg., Acts of Ass.]
1700. JoHN BROWN, chaplain to Lady Torphichen, licen. by the Presb. 4th Oct. 1699 ;
called 30th Jan., and ord. 20th March thereafter ; called to Linlithgow 2d charge, 15th Nov.
1699, but refused it. He was also on the leet for Rotterdam, with two eminent brethren,
Jan. 1714; and died 3d May 1743, in 44th min. In doctrine he was strictly evangelical,
and on sacramental occasions his church was resorted to by the most serious Christians in the
neighbourhood. He marr. 20th April 1700, Margaret, daugh. of Michael Henderson, portioner
of Croftmartin, she died 22d Sept. 1702, and had Charles and Isobel ; 2dly, Elizabeth, daugh.
of Mr. David Williamson, min. of St. Cuthberts, and had Margaret, David, Henrietta, Stephen,
Jean, John, George, Joseph, William, Robert, John, and James, who became a min. of Edin-
burgh.-Publications—(Three single Sermons). The Rod of God shaken over the heads of
his own children, Edin. 1772, sm. 8vo. On Christian Fear, and on the Song of the Redeemed.
—[Presb., Syn., Sess, and Edin. Reg. (Marr), Brown's Gosp. Truth.]
1747. HENRY LUNDIE, trans. fr. Monzie, called 16th July, and adm. 24th Sept. ; trans. to
Edinburgh (Trinity College Church), 4th May 1758.-[Presb. Reg.]
1759. JoHN RICHIE, licen. by the Presb. 28th Sept. 1757, pres. by John Earl of Hopetoun,
Sept. 1758, ord, 7th March following ; died 4th May 1791, in 33d min. He marr. 20th
Sept. 1763, Elizabeth Riddell, who died 17th Sept. 1796, and had a son, Charles, min. of
Kirklistoun.—[Presb. Reg.] -
1791. HUGH MEIKLEJOHN, son of the laird of Saline-Shaw, licen. by the Presb. of Dun-
fermline, 27th Aug. 1788, pres. by James Earl of Hopetoun Sept., and ord. 22d Dec. 1791 ;
adm. Professor of Eccles. History in the Univ. of Edinburgh, which he held in conjunction,
21st Jan. 1799. Had D.D. from said Univ. 27th March 1800 ; was elected Moderator of
the Gen. Assembly 17th May 1810, and died 11th June 1831, in his 67th year, and 40th
min. He marr. 28th May 1792, Anne daugh. of the Rev. Robert Liston, min. of Aberdour,
she died 27th March 1852, and had - , captain in the army, Hugh Cree, writer to the signet,
Robert, min. of Strathdon, Alexander, Andrew C., William, min, at Calcutta, Mary, sp. of
166 PRESBYTERY OF LINLITHGOW.
Dr. Bryce, min. of Calcutta, Ann, and another.—Publications—(Three single Sermons, Edin.
1798-1823, 8vo. Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. xx.)—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Edin.
Grad, &c.]
1831. LEWIS HAY IRVING, son of John I., Esq., writer to the signet, Edinburgh, licen. by
the Presb. of Dunblane 26th Oct. 1830, pres, by John Earl of Hopetoun Sept., and ord, 16th
Dec. 1831. By joining in the Free Secession, and signing the Demission, he was declared no
longer a min. of this Church, 27th June 1843, adm. to Falkirk Fr. Ch. Same year. He marr.
12th Sept. 1832, Isabella Carruthers, who died 16th Aug. 1836; 2dly, 16th Oct. 1840,
Catherine Caddell—Publication—Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. ii.)—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
BATHGATE,
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Abbey of Newbattle. It was proposed, 7 th April
1596, to remove the kirk from its original situation into the town.
1567. JoHN GRAY had “the haill vicarage, with the manse and gleib, and was pres, to it
by James VI, 26th May 1572; died before 1st May 1574.—[Reg. Min., and Pres.]
1574. ROBERT Hodge, trans, from Torphichen before this, when he had Livingston and
Torphichen, in addition with a stipend of iiij li. and the kirk lands, re-trans, to Torphichen
after 1580–Jºeg. Assig, and Min., Test. Reg., Wodrow Miscell.]
1582. JAMES JoHNESTOUN, Reader at Torphichen from May 1575 to 1580, placed at com-
mand of the clerk register,his letter, 29th March 1587–IWodrow Miscell, Reg. Assig, Test. Reg.]
1588. GILBERT TAILZEOUR, trans. fr. Penicuik, demitted and was reponed by the Presb. of
Edinburgh 26th October 1591, and declared eligible for quhatsomever kirk God sall call,
except Bathgate, fra the quhilk he was removed, continued notwithstanding till after 9th Oct.
1595–LReg. Assig., Edin. Presb. Reg|
1595. GEORGE INGLIS, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews,
in 1592, adm. 1595 after 1st April. He was a member of the Assembly 1602, and declared
29th Dec. 1613 that there were certain gyſers in his parochyne upon the 25th of Dec. in the
night, and craived order might be tane with them specialle, Tho. Scott, Jhone Nimmoe, David
Karnis, Alex. Raltoun, Will. Brown, Will. Smythe, James Gewin, and Jhone Magawye. The
forsaid gyſers compeirit and offerit themselfis in the will of the Presb. for their offence,
quhairupon Ordained them to mak their publick repentance to tak away the sclander the next
Sabbothe in their kirk, quhilk they promised to obey. Mr. J. died 10th March 1617, aged about
45, in 22d min. The utencils, &c., were estimat at xl ți. Inventar and dettis jºijº Ixxxiij H.
Xvijs. viijd. Rachel Marjoribanks, relict, and Rachel and Marioun, his bairns lawful.—
|Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Reg. Assig, Presb., Edin. Presb., Syn., and Test. Reg., Booke of the
Kirk.]
1618. JAMES SYMSON, trans. fr. Tongland, pres. by (the laird of Innerwick) coll. and
adm. 31st Dec. He was a member of the Gen. Assembly 1638, and appointed one of the
visitors of the Univ. of St. Andrews, 11th Nov. 1641. The following shews the affection
borne to min. in former times, 6th June 1642. “The min. and elders of the sessioun being
convenit in the kirk, Mr J. S., min., did allege a promise made to him be umqle. Sir Alex,
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Hamilton of Bancreiff, Knight, umq.e. Rob. Hamilton of Bathgait, John Hamilton of Boig-
hall, and James Cochrane of Barbachla, both present in the said sess., who had commissioun
and power from the rest of the heritoures to deale and transact with the said Mr James for
themselves. The promise alleged was that quhensoever it should pleis God that ony of his
tuo dochteris, Margaret or Catherine S., should be married to ane husband, that the said Sir
Alex, Robert, and John H., and James C., they, for themselves and the rest of the heritors,
pro rata, should pay to the said Mr James, according to the divisioun of the pund lands of the
parochin, the Sowme of ten punds Scottis money furth of all and haill the several pund lands of
the paroche, ten pund for every pund land therein, quhilk promise was confessed to be
veritie be the said Johne H. of B. and James C. of B., being present as members of the said
sessioun, and was condescended and agried unto be all the rest of the heritors there present, and
promise made of present payment to the said Mr James be such as had not alreadie payed, and
in place be the said John H. of B., who promeist to pay at the said Mr James' first incoming to
Edinburgh, quhere he hes his ordinarie dwelling and residence.” Mr James having misbehaved to
Mr David Calderwood before the synod 5th Nov. 1646, censure was delayed, but next day, by
the Assembly’s ordinance, he “sate down upon his knees before them, and humblie craved the
Lord pardon for his offence in uttering some rash words against Mr David, and craved
the Assemblie pardon for his unreverend carriage before them, and Mr D. pardon for his
Wronging of him, and the Assemblie intimat to him that if he forbeare not hereafter his mock-
ing and Scurrile speaches that he shall be censured more sharplie,” but he died Jan. 1654. The
insicht was estimat at j merks, Inventar and dettis iſ "vij" liij li. xixs, ix.d. Annabella Hay,
relict. Their daugh. Katheren marr. Mr John Scott, min. of Shotts.-[Presb., Sess., Syn. (H.add.
Presb.), and Test. Reg., Reg. Old Dec. iv., Baillie's Lett. i., Acts Parl. v., Stevenson's Hist.]
1654. JoHN HUTCHESON, called ord. and adm, 31st Jan., and declared legal min. by
the synod, 4th May ; trans. 18th April 1655 to Maybole.—[Presb., and Syn. Reg.]
1654. WILLIAM CRICHTON, A.M., of the Protesting party, studied and attained his degree at
the Univ. of Edinburgh, 26th July 1649, called 15th and 29th Jan., and also to Strathbrock,
21st Feb., but preferring B., was ord, and adm. (by the Protestors) 10th April 1654. His
ministry was inhibited by the Synod Feb. 1655. A process was raised for his intruding on B.
contrary to the order of the Church, and he was removed by the Synod after 16th Nov. 1660.
He was indulged by the Privy Council at Beith 3d Sept. 1672, which he refused to accept.
—[Edin. Grad, Presb., and Syn. Reg., Baillie's Lett, Wodrow's Hist, Brown's Hist, of Indulg.,
Rep. on Ch. Patronage.]
1656. ALEXANDER KYNNEIR, A.M., trans. fr. Roberton, called and adm. 10th Dec.
The Synod 3d Nov. 1658, appointed some of their number to deal with the heritors for set-
tling a competent stipend vpon ilk ane (of the two min); coll. 12th Nov. 1662; trans, to
Hawick in 1663–LPresb., and Sym. Reg., Reg. Collat.]
1665. WALTER RIG, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews in 1648,
licen. by Geo. Bishop of Edinburgh 14th Sept. 1664, ord, and coll. 15th Sept. 1665. In
regard an unhappie accident had befallen him, and that he was to have recourse to the Bishop
of Edin., the Presb., 29th April 1668, appoints divers of the brethren to give him assistance.
He demitted 19th Jan. 1670–LAct. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb. Reg., Reg. Collat.]
Y
i 68 º PRESBYTERY OF LINILITHGOW.
1672. WILLIAM MAN, A.M., a native of Ross, studied and was laureated at the Univ. and
King's Coll. Aberdeen, 2d July 1667, licen, at Aberdeen March 1671, inst. 24th May 1672,
outed by the people at the Revolution. He is said to have died in a most lamentable manner,
full of horror. He marr, 17th June 1675, Jean Miller—[Fasti, Aberd, Presb., Sess, and Edin.
Reg. (Marr.), Kirkton's Hist, Rule's Sec. Windication.] -
1687. WILLIAM CRIGHTON, A.M., above-mentioned, returned, after toleration was granted,
6th July, and opened a meeting-house for his congregation at Hilderstone, and with other
three formed the Presbytery 30th Nov. thereafter, was a member of the Gen. Ass. 1690,
elected Moderator by that of 15th Jan. 1692; and was trans, to Falkirk 2d Nov. following.—
[Syn., Presb., and Sess. Reg., Reg. Gen. Ass, Peterkin's Constitution of the Church.]
1694. JAMES HousTOUN, licen. by the Presb. 16th May, called 18th July, and ord, 1st
Sept. ; trans. to Kirkliston in 1716.-[Presb. Reg.]
1717. THOMAS LAWRIE, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 30th
April 1700, became chaplain to the laird of Houston, and was licen. by the Presb. 16th March
1709, pres by Alex. Hamilton of Ballencrieff 11th Feb. A considerable opposition arose in
consequence of the callers not having their choice. At the moderation 1st March, twelve
heritors and six elders supported him, while sixteen heritors and five elders were in favour of
Mr Squyre, afterwards of Forres, but the Synod in April appointed the Presb. to enter Mr L.
on his trials. At the service of the edict, 17th Nov., the ministers employed were obliged to
be guarded into the town by a troop of dragoons, but Mr Lawrie was ord. 25th Dec. 1717;
trans, to Benvie, 20th Oct. 1731. The far greater number of parishioners refused to submit
to his ministrations, which were attended only by about fifty, out of twelve hundred.—[Edin.
Grad, Presb. Reg., Kid's Lett, concerning the parish, &c.]
1735. GEORGE BLACKWELL, son of Principal B., called 4th Sept. and ord. 18th Nov. Got
a new Church built in 1739, and died in a high fever, in the height of life and usefulness, 7th
April 1749, in his 36th year, and 14th min., “the best scholar and most spirited speaker T
knew,” says his brother, the Principal, “of his profession.” Janet Alexander, relict, died 29th
June 1788. He had issue, Thomas, Robert, and Margaret.—[Presb. Reg., Tombst., House of
Kilravock.] - -
1750. THOMAS WARDROBE, Ord. in England ; prom. fr. Hexham, pres. by Hamilton,
of Innerwick, Oct. 1749, adm. 4th April following. He was suddenly taken ill while preparing
to go out to preach on Sunday the 2d, and died 7th May 1756, in his 41st year. His amiable
character, and the regard universally evinced towards him, gave him a distinguished weight and
influence, which he employed on all occasions in the service of his Divine Master—[Presb. Reg.,
Tombst., Supp. to Gillies's Collections.]
1757. ADAM WADDERSTONE, prom. fr. Bavington, Northumberlând, pres, by Alex. Hamilton,
of Innerwick Oct. 1756, adm. 13th July thereafter ; died 28th Aug. 1780, in 58th age and
35th min, “a man of real excellence, and piety.” Isobel Stewart, widow, died 27th Feb. 1795.
—[Presb. Reg., Tombst., Somerville's Sermons.] -
1781. WALTER JARDINE, originally bred a blacksmith, became schoolmaster of the parish,
and was licen. by the Presb. 25th March 1772. Having been pointed at in the Edin. Mag.
and Review as the author of an Essay against a ball held at Whitburn, “which exhibits alter-
|BORROWSTOUNNESS. - H 69
nate strokes of superstition and blasphemy, with an utter contempt of all the rules of grammar,”
he brought an action of defamation and damages against the publishers, before the Court of
Session, who found, by a majority of seven to six, 20th June 1776, the defenders liable in
damages and expences, which were modified two days after to fifty guineas, with expence of
extract. Pres, by John Earl of Hopetoun Dec. 1780, ord, 15th March following; died 30th
Nov. 1811, in 72d age, and 31st min. “No partiality for a friend, no fear of consequences to
himself, no prudent considerations, founded on the maxims of worldly wisdom, could make him
Swerve from his upright purpose of doing good to the souls of men. His strict economy, when
he had little, was converted into benevolence limited only by his means when he abounded.”
By his exertions chiefly, an additional parochial school was established in the western portion
of Torphichen, to which he contributed the school and school-house, with a plot of ground, and
a sum of twenty pounds sterl. per annum. Janet Martin, widow, died 21st Aug. 1813–
Publications—The causes and dangerous consequences of Security and Sensuality, a sermon,
Edin. 1796, 8vo. Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. i.)—[Scots Mag. xxxviii., Presö.
Reg., Muckersy's Fun. Serm., Tombst, Edin. Chr. Inst., iv.]
1812. JoHN SMITH, of Farthingrush, licen. by the Presb. of Edinburgh, 30th Feb. 1808;
pres, by James Earl of Hopetoun Dec. 1811, ord. 17th Sept. thereafter ; trans, to Aberlady
10th May 1820–LPresb., and Sym. Reg.]
1821. JAMES MONILAws, son of the Rev. Alex. M., min. of Kirkpatrick Fleming, licen. by
the Presb. of Annan 6th Sept. 1810; pres. by John Earl of Hopetoun Sept. 1820, ord. I ith
Jan. following ; trans. to Annan 27th April 1825.-LPresb. Reg.]
1825. SAMUEL MARTIN, son of the Rev. Dr. M., min. of Kirkcaldy, licen. by that Presb.
27th July 1824; pres, by John Earl of Hopetoun July, and ord, 22d Sept. 1825. Joining
in the Free Secession, and signing the Demission, he was declared no longer a min. of this
Church, 27th June 1843, and died 15th May 1850, in his 48th year, and 25th min. He
marr. 2d Sept. 1836, Janet, daugh. of Alex. Weir, Esq. of Boghead, she died 14th Oct. 1863,
and had Robert, who died at Natal in 1862, and others.--—Publications—The responsibility Of
the hearers of the Word, a Sermon, Edin. 1837, 8vo. Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. ii.)
—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Tombst., &c.]
|BORROWSTOUNNESS.
The Church was built in 1634. It was disjoined from Kinneil, and the parish erected by Parliament, 9th
March 1649.
1648. JoHN WAUGHE, A.M., from Lanark, studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of
Edinburgh, 17th April 1639, ord, and adm. 27th Nov. 1648. He steadily opposed the Pro-
testing brethren, and at their Presb., in name of his own, 20th Oct. 1652, protested against
their proceeding to intrude Mr. Prymrose, at Queensferry, and summoned them to Compear
before the Synod in Nov. ; was imprisoned in 1654, for naming the King in his prayers, and
when attempts at union failed, 2d Nov. 1657, he gave up all future conference. He demitted
his charge, 19th Sept. 1670, and would have been denounced, with others, 6th Nov. 1673,
had he not gone to Ireland, with his family ; he died in Edinburgh, March 1674, aged about 55,
| 70 PRESBYTERY OF LINLHTHGO"W.
in 26th min-Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad, Presb., and Edin. Reg. (Bur), Baillie's
Lott. iii., Wodrow’s Hist.]
1672.3 RobºFT HUNTER, A.M., formerly of Dunning. Indulged by the Priv. Council, 3d
September. Having petitioned the Council for the stipend of Dunning, where he had served
for 1671 and 1672, the Lords ordained the same to be paid. He marr. Margaret Hunter, and
had a son, James, who died April 1672–LBrown's Hist, of Indulg., Tombst., Wodrow’s Hist.]
1672. JoHN INGLIS, A.M., formerly of Hamilton. Indulged with the former 3d September.
-—[Brown's Hist, of Indulg., Wodrow’s Hist. -
1677. JAMES HAMILTON, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews,
25th July 1668, offered Dalserf in 1677, which he refused, and was adm. here ; two men were
scourged for committing an assault on him same year. He died Feb. 1685, in 7th min. His
library was estimat at I merks. The insicht, &c., at iij xxx fi, and the Inventar and detts at
j"j" xvijli vis vijd.—[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb., and Test. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist., Tur-
ner's Memoirs.] - -
1685. WILLIAM THOMSON, A.M., translated from Douglas; deprived by the Priv. Council
12th Sept. 1689, for not reading the Proclamation of the Estates, not praying for their Majes-
ties, and not observing the thanksgiving appointed 26th April preceding—[Presb. Reg., Peter-
kin's Constitution of the Church.]
1687. MICHAEL POTTER, A.M., studied, and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 27th
July 1663 ; became tutor in the family of George Dundas of that ilk, and was summoned
before the Presb, for not taking the oath of allegiance, and attending their meetings. Licen.
by the Presb. Ministers in 1673, and ord. Soon after for their adherents in the par. of St.
Ninians; elected schoolmaster of Culross by the magistrates, for which they were summoned
before the Priv. Council in 1677. He endured much persecution, took refuge in Holland,
was imprisoned in Edinburgh, carried to the Bass, and only liberated on an act of banishment
17th March 1685. On Toleration being granted to the Presbyterians, he was called 23 Oct.,
joined in forming the Presb, with three others, 30th Nov., and adm. 7th Dec. 1687, was a
member of Assembly 1692, and trans. to Dunblane same year.—[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin, Wod-
Tow's Hist., Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc. ii., Crichton's Mem, of Blackadder.]
1694. JoHN BRAND, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 9th July
1688, licen, by the Presb. thereof, called 14th Sept. 1693, ord, 3d Jan. thereafter. He was
appointed by the General Assembly 17th Feb. 1700, with others to visit Zetland, and if con-
venient Orkney and Caithness, in going or returning, which he discharged from 18th April to
24th June following, with great danger and considerable fatigue. He had not freedom to take
the oath of adjuration in 1712; died 14th July 1738, aged about 70, in 35th min. He marr.
Aug. 1700, Elizabeth Mitchell, of the par. of Canongate, and had a large family.—Publication
—A Description of Orkney, Zetland, Caithness, &c., Edin. 1703, 8vo.—[Edin. Grad., Presb.,
and Sym. Reg., Acts of 488.
1739. WILLIAM BRAND, A.M., son of the preceding, studied and was graduated at the Univ.
of Edinburgh 7th Dec. 1732, licen. by the Presb. 17th March 1736, called 1st Feb., and ord.
11th April 1739; died 9th Nov. 1745, in his 36th year, and 7th min. Mary Meldrum,
widow, died 11th April 1768-| Edin. Grad, Presb., and Test. Reg., &c.
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1747. PATRICK BAILLIE, chaplain to Sir William Maxwell, of Calderwood, licen, by the
Presb. of Hamilton 30th May 1738. During the illness of Professor Drummond, he taught
the Greek Class in the Univ. of Edinburgh for a whole Session; called 8th May 1746, ord.
14th May 1747, and died 11th Sept. 1791, in 45th min.-Publication—A short Account of
the Author (Henderson's Divine Meditations and Contemplations), Glasg, 1763, 8vo.—[Presb.
Reg., Acts of Ass. 1749, Carlyle's Autob.] •
1792. JoHN MoRTON, licen. by the Presb. of Ayr, 28th March 1781, pres, by Douglas
Buke of Hamilton and Brandon Feb., and ord, 10th May 1792; died 6th May 1794, in 2d
min.-[Presb Reg.] - - *
1795. RobºBT RENNIE, had an academy for some time at Dunbarton, licen, by the Presb. of
Cupar, 25th Oct. 1791, pres, by Douglas Duke of Hamilton &c. Oct. 1794, ord, 9th April
1795. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Glasgow 27th April 1820; died 29th July
1833, in 39th min. He marr. 19th Dec. 1809, Jean eldest daugh. of Will. Urquhart, Esq.,
merchant, Glasgow, she died at London, 14th Feb. 1851, and had William, merchant, and John,
writer, both in Glasgow.—Publication—Account of the parish, (Sinclair's St. Acc. xviii.)—
[Brown's Disc., Presb. Reg., &c. . -
1834. KENNETH M*KENZIE, prom. fr. Gorbals Chapel of Ease, pres. by Alex. Duke of
Hamilton Jan., and adm. 13th Feb. 1834—Publication—Account of the Parish (New St.
Acc. ii.)—[Presb. Reg.
KINNEIL,
Formerly belonged to the Abbey of Holyrood; united to Borrowstounness by Parliament, 23d Dec. 1669.
1588.--THOMAS PEBLIS, he was pres, to Bathgate, but ordained to remain, 25th April 1592,
was a member of the Assembly, 1602 and 1610. Continued 22d Oct. 1617. He had a son
boarded in the New College, St Andrews, 11th Dec. 1616, probably the min. of Kirk-
michael.—[Reg. Assig., Presb., Edin. Presb., Syn., and Test. Reg., Booke of the Kirk, Calder-
wood’s Hist]
1618 JOHN PEBLIS, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 22d
July 1615, adm. in 1618; died March 1625, aged about 30, in 7th min.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ.
Edin., Edin. Grad., Presb Reg.]
1625. RICHARD DICKSONE, A.M., formerly of St Cuthberts, presented by Anne Mar-
chioness of Hamilton. The Bishop of St. Andrews, 27th July, continued his collation till he
acquaintit his Majesty, seeing he had him confynit in Tumbarton-castle, but in hope of his
Majesty's favour, the Bishop desired some of the brethren might be sent to recommend him to
the parishioners. On 3d Aug. he is to be accepted at K., 9th inst., for keeping order till the
Bishop obtain his Majesty's favour for his collation. His absence was excused from the Exercise
1st Feb. 1626, the Bishop having directed him not to exercise his gifts elsequhair than at the
kirk of K., shewing that it was the King's will, and therefoir that he could not transgress.
He was a member of the Gen. Assembly, 1638, and died 2d May 1648, aged about 72, in
45th min. He marr. Bessie Pantoune and had Marioune, John, Margaret, James, Robert,
Richard and Johne ; 2dly Elizabeth, daugh, of Robert Hamilton, merchant, Edinburgh, who
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survived him. His librarie was estimat at iij merkis, utencils, &c., at iſ vijli, iis. iiijd.,
Frie Geir, dettis deducit, iij"j xlix li. xiiijs,—[Presb., St. Cuthbert's Sess, and Test. Reg.,
Jivingstone's Life, and Charac.]
1659. WILLIAM WISHART, A.M, studied and graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 15th
April 1645, adm. 22d Aug. 1649. He joined the Protestors, and formed one of the Dissent-
ing Presb., from 6th Aug. 1651 to 11th Feb. 1659, was confined to his chamber at Edin-
burgh by the Committee of Estates, 15th Sept. 1660, and five days after was imprisoned in the
tolbooth, where he remained for thirteen months, until released on the supplication of the
Presb., that the church might be planted, while his stipend was sequestrated, 25th of said
month, by the said Committee, for not disowning the Remonstrance, and refusing to sign the
bond for keeping the peace. On the petition of Christian Burne, his spouse, to Parliament,
shewing the sad condition of Mr W., now prisoner in the Castle of Stirling, throw want of
meanes, while “ane numerous familie were dependant,” they passed an Act, 29th Jan. 1661,
in her favour, whereby “all the arrears of stipend restand awand, preceiding 1660, were
ordeaned to be payed to her be the persones lyable in payment thereof.” Another half-year's
was also given by them to himself, 3d April thereafter. He was intercommuned by the
Council, 6th Aug. 1675, for keeping conventicles, ordered 5th Feb. 1685 to be sent to his
Majesty's plantations for refusing the abjuration or Test, and only liberated from prison 24th.
of same month “upon his giving bond with caution, under v" merks, to compear when called.”
On the toleration being granted, he began to preach and take charge of the congregation in
Leith, where he had his residence, 10th July 1687, promising to continue until a min. be
settled, although he stands enrolled as a min. in the Presb. of Linlithgow, 25th July 1688;
he died Feb. 1692, aged about 67, in 43d min. His eldest son Sir George, entered the army,
and acquired the estate of Cliftonhall, the next, Sir James, of Little Chelsea, was a Rear-
Admiral in R.N., and died May 1723, and a third, Mr William, became Principal of the
Univ., and one of the min. of Edinburgh.-IReg. Laur. Univ. Edin, Edin. Grad, Presb., S.
Leith Sess, Test., and Edin. Reg. (Bur.), Wodrow’s Hist, and Anal. iv., Acts. Parl. vii., Mwn.
Univ. Glasg. ii., Brodie's Diary.]
CALDER-CLERE, OR EAST-CALDER,
The church was dedicated to St. Cuthbert, and formerly belonged to the Abbey of Kelso. The parishioners
supplicated the Presb., 14th July 1641, to be disjoined from West (Mid) Calder, and again erected into a
parish. It was united to Kirknewton by the Commissioners of Teinds, 23d Jan. 1751.
1582. SAMUEL WARDLAW, pres, to the Vicarage by James VI. 13th July 1582, and 8th
May 1583. Continued in 1585.-[Reg. Pres., and Assig.]
1596. JoHN BROWN, pres, to the Vicarage by James VI. 31st Jan. Continued in 1607,
but died before 3d March 1610–LReg. Pres, and Assig.]
1642. JoHN DUNLOP, A.M., son. Of Mr John D., min. of Ratho, studied and attained his
degree at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1636, licen, by the Presb. of Dalkeith, 24th Oct. 1639,
pres. by July, and adm. 13th Oct. 1642; died 29th May 1648, in his 31st year
and 6th min. The insicht, &c., was estimat at j" merks, Inventar and dettis iij" ix. xxxijii.
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vjs. viijd. He marr., 14th Sept. 1643, Elizabeth, daugh. of Alex. Barbour, wryter, Edinburgh,
and had two sons, John and Alexander—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb., Test, and Edin. Reg.
(Bapt., and Marr.)]
1649. ANDREw KYNNEIR, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 15th
April 1645, pres. by Francis Earl of Buccleugh Nov. 1648, adm. 13th June thereafter. He
disbursed iij merks in building the manse, and was trans, to Stirling, 2d Charge, in 1663.−
[Edin. Grad, Presb., and Test. Reg. (Stirl).] -
1663. ANDREW KYNNEIR, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the same Univ., 19th
July 1660, pres, by Mary Countess of Buccleugh , was ord, and collat. 24th April 1663;
trans. to Edinburgh (Old Ch., 2d charge) same year—[Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg., Reg. Collat.]
1665. JAMES BROUNE, a son of the house of Finmont, chaplain to David, Earl of Wemyss,
pres. by , ord, and coll, 9th June 1665. An assault was made on him, when he was
robbed of xj or xij. dollars in May, for which the Privy Council ordered several persons to be
prosecuted, 30th July 1668. Continued 6th Dec. 1682, but the par. was vacant in 1689. He
died Feb. 1691, in 26th min. He marr. 17th June 1675, Helen Douglas, and had two sons,
John, and George served heir to his uncle, 14th Dec. 1705.--|Lamont's Diary, Presb., and
Edin. Reg. (Bapt., Marr., and Bur), Reg. Collat, Wodrow’s Hist, Spec. Ret. Fife, M.S. Acc.
of Min. 1689.] :
1694. JoHN KINNAIRD, licen. by the Presb., 2d May 1693, called same year, ord. 10th
Jan. following; died 10th Jan. 1725, in 32d min. He marr. Jean, daugh. of Robert Well-
wood of Touch, and had two daugh., Margaret marr. John Moubray, Esq. of Cockairny; Jean
marr. Mr John Stedman, one of the min. of Edinburgh ; 2dly Rachel Sandilands, who sur-
vived him.—[Presb., Syn., and Test. Reg.] -
1725. ALEXANDER DOUGLAs, formerly of Skirling, called 16th Sept., and adm. 28th Oct. ;
died 8th Sept., 1749, in 32d min. Isabel Houston, widow, died 4th June 1775-[Presb.
Reg., Acts, of Ass., Wodrow's Anal., Burke's Commoners, &c.] -
CALDER-COMITIS,
Divided in 1646 into Mid-Calder, and West-Calder; the latter being the new parish.
1560. JoHN SPOTTISWOOD, A.M., son of Will, S. of that ilk, born in 1510, studied at the
Univ. of Glasgow, and took his degree, went to London soon after, where he probably imbibed
the principles of the Reformation, and took orders from Cranmer, Archbishop of Canterbury,
about 1538. He returned to Scotland in 1543, and was pres, by Sir James Sandilands of Calder
in 1548. He joined the Reformers in 1560, and was one of six elected for drawing up the Book
of Discipline, and Confession of Faith ; was appointed Superintendent of Lothian, and signed the
articles drawn up by the Synod, 6th October 1572, which he presented to the Assembly, March
thereafter. In 1574, his stipend was lxviijii. viijs. ix.d., with the third of his own Personage,
extending to ijbollis beir, and viijá bollis aittis. He died 5th Dec. 1585, in his 76th year, having
occupied a prominent place in the management of the Church, for which he was well qualified
by his sagacity, moderation, and prudence, and esteemed for his piety and wisdom, loving and
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beloved by all, charitable to the poor, and careful above all things to give no one offence. The
utencils of his house, &c., were estimat at xlii. There was awand in be Mr John Spottis-
xiijs. iiijd. He left to the poor of the par. of C., xx merkis, and giffis to Johne Spotswod in
Blakisling, and his bairns, x ii. of that in the hands of Johne Gudefellow, min. of Longforgan,
for his help at the schulis. Ninian Spotswod of that ilk was left oversman. He marr.
Beatrix, daugh. of Patrick Creychtoun of Lugton and Gilmerton, who survived him, and had
Mr John, his successor, James, D.D., Bishop of Clogher, in Ireland, and a daugh. who marr.
Tennant of Lynnehouse—[Douglas' Bar, Reg. Assig., Knoa's Works ii., Test. Reg., Booke of
the Kirk, Wodrow’s Biog., and Miscell., Pitcairn's Cr. Trials, ii., Spotswood, Calderwood, Row,
Cook, and Hetherington's Hist, Scott's Lives, Baillie's Lett. iii., New St. Acc. i., M*Ure's Glasg.,
Chalmers's Caled. ii., Chalmers's Xxviii., and Chambers's Biog. Dict, iv. -
1583. JoHN SPOTTIswooD, A.M., eldest Son of the preceding, studied and obtained his
degree at the Univ. of Glasg, in 1581. Had a pension of xlii. yearly for lyff from the Priory
of St. Andrews given by the Commendator, with the consent of the Convent, which was con-
firmed by his Majesty 30th November same year. He was pres, to the Vicarage of Calder-
Clere by James VI., July 1594, which he demitted in 1596, and had from his Majesty a gift
of stipend, 12th April 1599. In 1601 he was selected as chaplain to Ludovick, Duke of
Lennox, on an embassy to the court of France, and while attending James VI. in his visit to
England on acceding to the united Crown, he was prom. to the Archbishopric of Glasgow, and
nominated a Privy Councillor in 1603, continuing still here in 1608.-|Reg. Assig, and
Pres., Booke of the Kirk, Melvill's Autob., Keith's Catal., Row, and Calderwood's Hist.,
Duppa's Life, Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., New St. Acc. i., Chalmers's Caled. ii., Chambers's Biog.
Diet. iv.] - -
1604. RobHRT GILMURE, or GILMOUR, A.M., studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, where he
held a bursary, was admitted Janitor in May, and graduated 29th July 1598. Having been
suited for by the Session 8th April, he was adm. (co-adjutor)2d Aug. 1604; pres, to the Vicarage
of Calder-Clere by James VI. 3d March 1610, and died 23d Nov. 1616, aged about 39, in
13th min. The utencils, &c., were estimat at j" merks, while he had a man-servant at x i.
and two women-servants at viijli, each. Frie Geir, d.d., iij"vijº lxxviii. He marr. 12th
April 1613, Marie Cleland, who survived him, and had two sons, John and Robert.—Cranſfºrd's
Univ., Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad, Presb., Syn., Uphall Sess, and Test. Reg., Reg.
Pres, et Sec. Sigill, Calderwood's Hist, Ing. Ret. Gen. 801. -
1617. JoHN TENNANDE, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1606,
was on the exercise there 22d Dec. 1613, having been pres. he had a letter from the Bishop
(Spotswood) to the Presb. for his admission, 3d Sept., and was pres, by James VI. to the
Vicarage of Calder-Clere 5th, and to the Vicarage of C. 15th Oct. 1617, was on the commis-
sion for Church Discipline 21st Oct. 1634, and died 29th June 1638, aged about 52, in 21st
min. His librarie was estimat at iſ merks, the insicht, &c., at iſ lxxv ii. xs, the
abulzements of his body at x1 ii. He was awand to Mr Geo. Barbour, ane zeiris mail of his
dwelling-house in Edinburgh, and to three women servants viijli, each. Frie Geir, d.d., viijº
xciij fi. xs. He marr, 21st April 1619, Nicolas Lamb, who survived him, and had Margaret,
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John, Rachel, Andrew, and Bethia—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb., Sess, and Test. Reg.,
Reg. Pres., Maitland ii., and Bannatyne Miscell. iii., Baillie's Lett. i.] -
1638. GEORGE DUNBAR, formerly of Ayr, went to Ireland and obtained a congregation at
Inver, near Loch Larne, but was deposed by Henry, Bishop of Meath in 1637, returned to
Scotland and was adm. here ; died Dec. 1641. His son Samuel succeeded him in the lands of
Pollesche, and another, George, died in 1651–|Livingston's Charac., Presb., Sess, and Test.
Reg. (Glasg.), Row's Hist, Reg. Old Dec. iv., Rutherfurd’s Lett., Reid's Irelandi, Inq., Ret. Gen.
3170.] -
1639. JoHN METLAND (1639, 20th Oct.)—[Canongate Sess. Reg.]
[MR WILLIAM DUNBAR, was presented 1st June 1642, but declared by the Presb. 14th
July after, “oncapable because of his not entering on his trials at the tyme appointed.”—
[Presb. Reg.]
1643. HEW KENNEDIE, A.M., usually called Father Kennedy, and by others Bitter Beard,
studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1641, recommended by Mr Sam.
Rutherfurd, with whom he was brocht up at St Andrews, pres. by John Lord Torphichen,
with consent of his curators 28th Feb. and 1st March, and ord, and adm. 13th April 1643,
was a member of the Commiss. of Assembly 1648, assisted in forming the Protesting Presb.
6th Aug. 1651, and was deposed 7th Dec. 1660 for guilt in those things which concerns his
Majesty in the defence of the kingdom ; being a very zealous protestor. He has even
been accused of getting with others a part of the price for which the Royal Martyr was sold,
when at Newcastle with the Army, and to have received vi" merks. This is amply refuted,
however, by Principal Rule.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb., and Syn. Reg., Hist, of Gen. Ass.
1690, Wew St. Acc. i., Acts. of ASS., and Parl. vii., Baillie's Lett. iii., Peterkin's Records.]
1663. JoHN CoIVILL, A.M., prom. fr. Regent in Old College, St. Andrews, pres. by-
coll. 27th Jan. and adm. 9th Feb.; died in 1671, aged about 41. His librarie was estimat at
ij" v merks, and the insicht at j" ii. He marr. 24th Nov. 1665, Mary, daugh. of Sir George
Prestoune of Valleyfield, and had Alexander, Marion, George, and Anna—[Reg. Collat, Sess,
and Test. Reg.]
1672. JoHN SOMERVELL, A.M., trans. fr. W. Calder, adm. and inst. 16th May ; trans, to
Cramond in 1674.—[Sess., and Presb. Reg.]
1675. NORMAN MACKENZIE, A.M., translated from Whithorn. Having been threatened
by armed men from discharging his ministerial duty, he petitioned the Committee of Estates for
protection, which was granted 8th May 1689, yet deserted, and became a brewer in Edinburgh,
where he died 13th June 1701, aged about 65. He marr. Mary Lundie, and had a daugh.
Anna-LPresb., Sess., Corstorphine Sess, and Edin. Reg. (Bur), Acts Parl. ix., M.S. Ace. of
Min. 1689, Rule's Sec. Vindication.]
1687. HEw KENNEDIE, A.M., returned on the toleration being granted 6th July 1687, and
was translated to Edinburgh 25th August following—[Syn. Reg.]
1687. WILLIAM BURNETT, was a min, at the general meeting of Presbyterians 6th July
and adm. (by a Committee of Synod) 4th Nov. after ; trans, to Falkirk 6th May 1696.
He exhorted the elders, 30th June thereafter, that seeing he is about to remove, they would
be very careful about the poor, and all other things incumbent.—[Syn., and Sess. Reg.]
Z
176 PRESBYTERY OF LINILITHGOW.
1698. JoHN LOOKUP, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 9th July
1694, recommended by Principal Carstares, and called 13th Oct. 1697, ord, 26th Jan. after ;
died 1st Nov. 1758, aged about 84, in 61st min. He possessed very respectable talent, and
no inconsiderable share of literary attainments. Although diminutive in stature, yet he was
of no small importance in his own estimation, and, on all occasions, set himself in opposition
to the popular voice. When a young man, Anne, Duchess of Hamilton, then living at Holy-
roodhouse, wished a chaplain, and he and Principal C. called with a view to the appointment.
She discovered from her sitting-room the two bending their way, and when the latter was
announced he was ushered into her presence. The door being partly open, and Mr L. without,
she said something about his appearance, which he did not relish, and wounded his feelings.
Being called in, her Grace stated the business for which the Principal had been called. The
remuneration she proposed, however, was only Five Pounds a year, with bed, board, and
washing, on hearing which, Mr L., with more spirit than prudence, immediately took his hat,
and without further ceremony Said to her Grace, if such were her terms she must look after a
lesser person even than him to fill the situation. He marr. and left issue.—Publication—Balm
for the Wounded Spirit, 1719–Presb., and Syn. Reg., New St. Acc. i., &c.]
1759. JAMES WATSON, trans. fr. Torphichen, pres. by Walter, Lord Torphichen, April, and
adm. 18th Oct. 1759; died 12th Nov. 1772, aged 49, in 22d min.—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
1773. JAMEs DoRIE, licen. in Northumberland, and received by the Presb. of Kelso, 5th
Jan. 1773, pres, by the tutors of James, Lord Torphichen, April, and ord, 27th July same
year; trans. to Linlithgow 31st May 1792.-[Presb, and Syn. Reg., &c.] -
1792. JAMES WILSON, A.M., a native of Lanarksh., ord, to a Congregation at Stafford,
15th April 1784, whence he removed to Stockport, pres. by James, Lord Torphichen, Oct.,
and adm, 20th Dec. 1792; trans, to Falkirk 3d April 1794.—[Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc. viii.,
&c.]
1795. JoHN SOMMERs, licen. by the Presb. of Dunbarton, 21st March 1791, pres. by James,
Lord Torphichen, Oct. 1794, ord, 16th April 1795. Had D.D. from the Univ. of Glasgow,
15th May 1818, and died 25th Sept. 1842, in 78th age and 48th min. He marr. 16th Sept.
1811, Isabella, Euphemia Hamilton, second daugh. of Charles Donaldson, Esq. of Calcutta, she
died 13th May 1821, and had John C., merchant in London, Charles, Euphemia, and others.
—Publications—Many Articles in the Edinburgh Encyclopedia, of which he was a considerable
proprietor, and edited the three last volumes. Account of the Parish, (New St. Acc. i.)—
[Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc. i., &c.
WEST-CALDER,
Disjoined from Calder-comitis, and erected in 1646.
1645. PATRICK SHEILLs, A.M., trans. fr. Livingston, adm. 12th June ; was on the Commis-
sion of Assembly 1647, and suspended by the Diocesan Synod in 1665, for non-conformity.
Died in 1668, aged about 50, in 27th min. His whole librarie was estimat at xlii, and the
insicht at xxli. He marr. Isobell Sandilands, who died 7th March 1653, and had James and
Marjorie; 2dly, Margaret, daugh, of Mr. James Readdie, Grammar Schoolmaster at Dunferm-
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line, who claimed the Ann., which was resisted on the ground of suspension, but the Lords,
26th Jan. 1670, found it due. Being in reduced circumstances, she received pecuniary assist-
ance from Cramond in 1680, 1681. By her he had Marie, Marjorie, James, Walter (who
Was served heir 27th Jan. 1670), Patrick, Elizabeth, and Margaret.—[Presb., Sess., M.-Calder,
and Cramond Sess, and Test. Reg., Morison's Digest, Wodrow’s Hist, Acts of Ass, Ing. Ret.
Gen. 5288.] - -
1668. JoHN SOMERVELL, A.M., translated from Glasserton, coll. 17th June ; trans. to Mid-
Calder in 1672–(Reg. Collat., Presb. Reg.] -
1672. JoHN KNOx, A.M., formerly of N. Leith, where he had lived peaceably after his
deprivation; indulged by the Privy Council 3d Sept. 1672; returned to his former parish July
1687–IWodrow’s MSS., and Hist, Brown's Hist, of Indulg., Presb. Reg.]
1672. WILLIAM WIER, A.M., formerly of Linlithgow, indulged with the former 3d Sept.,
and was called 1672. Resisting his Majesty's supremacy in spiritual affairs, and main-
taining his obligations against Episcopacy in his public ministrations, he was by authority of
the Priv. Council 31st July 1673, carried a prisoner to Edinburgh, escorted by military, and
committed to the Tolbooth ; obliged to leave afterwards, however, he went to Ireland, and
accepted a charge at Culrain.-[Wodrow’s Hist, Brown's Hist. of Indulg.] -
1675. GEORGE RoPIRTSONE, A.M., formerly of Kirkurd. His house was searched for
arms, a sword taken from him, and himself summoned to remove by a rabble, so he deserted
in 1689, and died July 1691, aged about 46, in 17th min. His Inventar and debts were
given at ijºli fi Xs iiijd. He marr. 2d Oct. 1685, Anna NaSmith.-[Test., and Edin. Reg.
(Marr., and Bur), MS. Acc. of Min. 1689.] - - -
1690. JoHN LAUDER, trans. fr. Dalziel, called 31st Aug., and adm. 14th Oct. ; died 1691,
in 32d min. He had issue, Isabel, David, and John—[Presb., and Dalziell Sess. Reg.]
1692. JoHN ANDERSON, studied at the Univ. of Utrecht, living at Borrowstounness, licen.
by the Presb. 28th Oct. 1691, called unanimously 29th Nov. following, ord. 28th April 1692;
died 17th Dec. 1705, in 48th age, and 14th min. His whole books were valued at iſ fi, the
Inventar and debts amounted to iij"j" xcijli xiiijs viiijd. He marr. 2d March 1696, Mary,
daugh. of Patrick M'Carra, bailie of the Canongate, and had a daugh., Mary; 2dly, Janet,
daugh. of John Gordon of New-work, who survived him.—[Presb., Canongate Sess, Test, and
Edin. Reg. (Marr), Tombst.] -
1707. JAMES ANDERSON, licen, by the Presb. 24th Oct. 1704, became assist, to Mr. Matt.
Selkrig, min. of Crichton, called 13th March, and ord, 5th May 1707; trans, to Falkirk 26th
March 1718—[Presb. Reg.] -
1720. ANDREW GLOUG, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews
8th April 1708; licen, by the Presb. of Auchterarder, 2d June 1719, became chaplain to
the laird of Marjoribanks, called 14th Oct. 1719, Ord. 25th Feb. 1720; and died 28th Feb.
1770, in his 82d year, and 51st min. He marr. Oct. 1720, Christian, daugh. of Thomas
Ronnold, Provost of Linlithgow, and had William, one of the min. of Edinburgh; 2dly, Jean
Weatch, who died 1st Dec. 1793.−[Act Rect. Univ. St. And, Presö, Syn., and Sess. Reg.]
1770. WILLIAM GARVIE, A.M., son of a merchant in Perth, studied and took his degree at
the Univ. of St. Andrews (where he held a bursary) in 1761; licen. by the Presb. of Brechin,
178 DRESBYTERY OF LINLITHGOW.
28th Jan. 1768; pres. by Alex. Marjoribanks of that ilk, Aug., and ord, 28th Nov. 1770;
trans, to Aberdalgie and Duplin, 11th Oct. 1781–ISt. And, Univ. Cal, Presb. Reg.]
1782. ALEXANDER WARDROP, licen. by the Presb. of Haddington, 1st Dec. 1778; pres, by
the laird of Marjoribanks, April, and ord. 5th Sept. 1782; died 9th Dec. 1784, in 3d min.
—[Presb. Reg.]
1785. JoHN WILLISON, a native of Crawford, licen, by the Presb. of Glasgow, 29th March
1780; became assist. to the Rev. John Fullerton, min. of Dalry, and was pres, by James,
Earl of Lauderdale, June, and ord, 15th Sept. 1785; trans, to Forgandenny 25th July 1793.
—[Presb. Reg.]
1794. JoHN MUCKERSY, son of Mr. John M., min. of the Assoc. Antiburgher Congregation,
Kinkell, licen, by the Presb. of Auchterarder, 4th Aug. 1789; became assist. to Mr. James
Lindsay, min. of Kirkliston, pres, by James, Earl of Lauderdale, Oct. 1793, ord, 9th April
1794. Had D.D. from the Univ. of St. Andrews, 2d Oct. 1819, and died 11th June 1831,
in 74th age, and 38th min. For many years he superintended a boarding establishment with
great success, in conjunction with the education of his own family. By his first wife, who
died 26th June 1817, he had John, min. at Macquarrie or Esk river, Van Dieman's Land,
Lindsay, an accountant, and William, W.S., Edinburgh. He marr. 2dly, 14th April 1819,
Jean, eldest daugh. of Mr. John Cook, Professor of Moral Philosophy, St. Andrews, she died
10th Nov. 1865, in her 92d year—Publications—Translations of M. Gener, being a Selection
of Letters on Life and Manners, 3 vols., Lond. 1808-1812, 8vo. Sermon preached after the
death of the Rev. Walter Jardine, Edin. 1812, 8vo. View of French Literature during the
Eighteenth Century, trans. fr. the French, Edin. 1814, 8vo. Revised the Rudiments of the
Latin Tongue, Edin. 1817, 18mo. Sermon XII. (Gillan’s Scott. Pulpit) Accounts of Kirk-
liston, and of West-Calder (Sinclair's St. Acc. x., xviii.)—[Presb, and Syn. Reg.]
1835. WILLIAM LEARMONTH, A.M., licen. by the Presb. 9th May 1832, pres. by James
Grindlay, Esq. in 1834, ord. 14th May 1835. He marr. 9th Jan. 1838, Helen Cochrane,
who died 22d March 1856 ; 2dly, 13th Sept. 1859.-Publication—Account of the Parish
(New St. Acc., i.)—[Presb., and Syn. Reg.]
CARRIDEN.
After the Reformation the charge was joined with Linlithgow, and afterwards with Kinneil.
1621. ANDREW KEIR, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 22d
July 1615, pres, by • July, and adm. Aug. 1621, he was clerk to the Presb. in 1629,
and for many years after, was a member of the Gen. Assembly 1638, trans. to Linlithgow
27th April, and confirmed by the Assembly in Aug. The Presb., however, declared it null,
31st Oct., and he refused to transport himself 31st Dec. 1641. He was suspended for preaching
for the Engagement in I648, and died 22d Nov. 1653, in 55th age, and 33d min. A question
was raised by his executor regarding the stipend alleged as due, when the Lords, 26th July
1661, “found the suspension of the min. not to make the stipend vacant, and that the Annat
needed no confirmation.” He marr. Euffame Primrose, and had William, George, Marion,
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Elizabeth, Christian, and Robert—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad, Presb., and Linlith-
gow Sess. Reg., Stevenson's Hist, Peterkin's Records, Tombst, Morison's Digest, and Dec. i.,
Baillie's Lett. i.]
1650. RoBERT STEEDMAN, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
30th July 1646, adm. (colleague and helper) 13th March 1650, joined the Protesting Presb.
in 1651, was obliged to escape after the English entered Lothian, and officiated for some time
at Cleish ; loosed 14th, and was deposed 21st Aug. 1661; denounced by the Priv. Council
for keeping Conventicles, 3d Aug. 1676–IReg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg.
Wodrow’s Hist.]
1663. JAMEs ADAMSON, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the same Univ. 9th July
1656, became schoolmaster of Colinton, pres, by March, and ord, and coll. 24th April
1663; trans, to Bedrule in 1664.—[Edin. Grad., Colinton Sess., and Presb. Reg., Reg. Collat.]
1665. JoHN PAIRK, licen. by George, Bishop of Edinburgh, 19th April 1664, ord, and coll.
9th June 1665. His life being threatened for discovering Mr Donald Cargill, and other
preachers, he was recommended to the Lords of the Treasury by the Priv. Council, 8th June
1680 for some allowance for this good service. He was accused before the Priv. Council, 10th
Sept. 1689, of not reading the Proclamation of the Estates, and not praying for their Majesties;
of baptizing the children of scandalous persons without demanding satisfaction; and praying
that the walls of the castle might be as brass about George, Duke of Gordon, but acquitted.
Deposition followed, however, 28th Aug. 1690, for drunkenness, &c. He carried off the
parochial registers.--|Reg. Collat., Presb. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist. iii., Peterkin's Constitution of the
Church.]
1687. ROBERT STEEDMAN, A.M. After toleration was granted he returned, and was chosen
Moderator of the Presb., when it was constituted at Bo'ness, 30th Nov. 1687, and was one of
those restored by Act of Parliament, 25th April 1690. Died 29th Sept. 1710, in his 76th
year, and 52d min. He marr. Sarah, daugh of Sir Alex. Inglis of Ingliston, Knight, she
died 26th Oct. 1720. Their son John became one of the min. of Edinburgh, and of two
daugh., Helen, marr. Will. Paton, overseer at Clackmannan coal-works, and Christian marr.
Mr Alex. Hamilton, one of the min. of Stirling—[Presb., and Test. Reg., Tombst., S. P. Eloq.]
1704. JoHN TOD, studied divinity at the Univ. of Glasgow, called 2d Sept. 1703, ord, 19th
Jan, thereafter; died Jan. 1720, in 16th min. He marr, 11th April 1704, Agnes Dundas,
relict of George Dundas, skipper in Queensferry, she died Jan. 1733–LMun. Univ. Glasg. iii.,
Presb., Test, and Edin. Reg. (Marr), Tombst., &c.] .
1725. ALEXANDER Pyott, schoolmaster of Benholme in 1716, afterwards chaplain to John,
Marquis of Tweeddale, licen. by the Presb. 8th Nov. 1722, called 9th Sept., and ord. 29th
Oct. 1725; trans, to Dunbar 2d Oct. 1733.−[Presb., and Fordown Presb. Reg.]
1735. JAMES YAIR, licen. by the Presb. of Zetland, 2d March 1732, pres. by James, Duke
of Hamilton and Brandon in 1734, ord, 18th Sept. 1735; trans, to Campvere, 18th April
1739.-[Presb. Reg.]
1740. GEORGE ELLIS, licen. by the Scots Presb. in London, and received by that of Hamil-
ton, 25th July 1738, called 23d Oct. 1739, ord, 9th April following; died 5th March 1795,
in his 83d year, and 55th min. He marr, 27th July 1750, Alice Drummond, who died 21st
180 - BRESBYTERY OF LINLITHGOW.
April 1790, and had a daugh, Katherine.—Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St.
Acc. i.)—Presb., and Syn. Reg.] . -
1796. JoHN BELL, licen. by the Presb. of Lanark, 10th May 1786, pres. by Douglas, Duke
of Hamilton in 1795, ord, 21st Jan, thereafter ; died unmarried 14th Dec. 1815, in 70th age,
and 20th min. Without ostentation, he possessed the dispositions to charity and benevolence,
and though worn out by weakness and infirmity, he persevered, without intermission, in dis-
charging his ministerial duties to the last.— Presb., and Syn. Reg., Scots. Mag. lxxviii.]
1816. DAVID FLEMING, A.M., licen, by the Presb. of Hamilton, 9th June 1813, pres, by
Alex., Marquis of Douglas, March, and ord. 22d Aug. 1816; died 19th Jan. 1860, aged
70, in 44th min. He marr. 3d June 1818, Grace, only daugh. of Mr John Ross, Borrowston-
mains; 2dly, 15th March 1830, Jane Carlile. His second daugh, Martha, marr. Geo. P.
Caddel, Esq., Cowdenhill-house.—Publications—A Voice from Calvary, Lond. 1830. Account
of the Parish (New St. Acc. ii.)—[Presb., and Syn. Reg.]
DALMENY,
The church previous to the Reformation belonged to the Abbey of Jedburgh.
1562. GEORGE FUIRD.—[Booke of the Kirk, Keith’s Hist.]
1565. JoHN FRUDE, (not improbably the same person) was complained on at the Gen.
Assembly, 25th June, “for not repairing to Linlithgow to the exercise of prophecying,” also
25th Dec. for persuading a couple “to contract marriage in great contemption of the decreit
(of the former Assembly), and all good order heirtofoir observit in the reformit kirk,” for which
he “is ordained to satisfie, suspendand the said Mr John fra all functioun in the ministrie in
the meantime.”—[Booke of the Kirk, Keith's Hist.]
1574. GEORGE LUNDYE, trans. fr. Newburn 1574, when Aldcathie, Abircorne, and Cramond
were also under his care, with a stipend of jºlvjii. xiijs. iiijd, and the kirk lands. In the
Assembly 1575, the Bishop of Dunkeld was complained upon that he wrote a letter to Mr
George to serve equally foure kirks, by course, upon the Lord's day, under the pain of depri-
vation. He was pres. to the Vicarage by James VI., 11th April 1580, and trans. to Pentland,
21st Nov. 1587, but still continued 18th Sept. 1589—[Reg. Assig, Min, and Pres., Calder-
wood's Hist., Wodrow Miscell, Edin. Presb., and Syn. Reg.] -
1588. WALTER TULLIE, or TULLOIs, officiated as helper till the trans. Of the former, adm. Oct.
He died 19th Aug. 1606. His “haill librair was estimat at j merks. ; utencils, &c., ii”
merks; Inventar and dettis, iſ "viº IXiiij i ijs. iid. He bequeathed to the puir in the burgh
of Queensferry, j merks, and 1 merks to the puir in the rest of the parish. Katharine Dundas
relict, by whom he had three sons and a daugh., James, , John, and Margaret.—[Edin.
Presb., and Test. Reg.] -
1607. JoHN GIBBEsoun, A.M., trans. fr. Slamannan, died 29th April 1648, aged about
68, in 46th min. His library was est. at viij merks, and insicht at vij" ii. There was
awand be the Intrant for repairing the manse iij I merkis, mair be him for serving the cure a
year and a half at his entrie, quhilk was given to his predecessors relict, j lxviijli, and also
to her of Vicarage xxxiji. Frie Geir, dettis deducit, iij" vi. xlix fi, vis, viijd. He marr.
DALMENY. 18]
Marie Dundas, who died April 1632, 2dly, May 1637, Christian Crawfurd, in the par. of
Kinneil, 3dly, April 1644, Elspeth Sandilands, in Edinburgh, who died Dec. same year. He
had a daugh, Margaret, and a son-in-law Rob. Mowbray-[Reg. Assig, Presb., Syn., Sess, and
Test. Reg., Bannatyne Miscell. iii.
1646. JoHN DURIE, A.M., son of Mr Simson D., min. of Arbroath, studied and attained
his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews, in 1643, ord, adm, and inst. (colleague) 20th Aug.
1646, was pres, to Kilpatrick by Will. Lord Cochrane of Dundonald, in 1647; joined the
Protesters in forming a Presb. in 1651, and died in 1656, aged about 33, in 10th min., “ of
most rare invention, and lofty gift of preaching ;" who amused himself by dividing “the mem-
bers of Assembly into Vocales, Consonantes, Mutae, Liquide et Dipthonge.” He marr. 11th
May 1648, Katharine Maxwell, quho for the time stayed at Duntarvie. His son, John, was
served heir, 23d Oct. 1661, who had the collections of 11th and 18th April 1680 from the
Sess, of West Calder given to him and two of his comrades, returned from their captivity among
the Turks at Algiers.-[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb., Dunbarton Presb., Abercorn, and W.
Calder Sess. Reg., Acts Parl. i., Reg. Old Dec. iii., Wodrow’s Amal. ii., Livingston's Charac, Brodie's
Diary, Ing. Ret. Gen. 4504, Irving's Dunbarton.]
1656. ALExANDER HAMILTON, A.M., son of the laird of Houshill, (or of Claud H. of Little
Earnock, as stated by Anderson), after his education at school, he studied medicine for some
years, and intended going to France for graduation, when he was seized by disease and thought
near death. On his recovery he became concerned about his Salvation, and closely perused the
Scriptures, in which he became proficient, passed through a course of theology, and took his
degree at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1649, called 25th May, and ord, and adm. 2d July 1656
by the Protesting Presb. He petitioned the Synod, 8th Nov. 1660, that “his ministry
might be owned by the Presb, and Synod, expressed his sorrow for the irregularity of his
entrie, and injuries done to the Presb., declared he had no accession to the Remonstrance,
Protestations, or any of the like papers given in to the Synod, and was judicially engaged to
be subject to the established judicatories of the Kirk, and particularly to this Synod and Presb.
of L., in all tym coming. The Synod owned him as min. of D., and a member of Synod, and
appointed him to go to the Presb, owned by the Synod, and acknowledge his offence.” Deprived
by the Act of Parl. 11th June, and that of the Privy Council 1st Oct. 1662, for not submit-
ting to Episcopacy.—[Wodrow’s Anal. iv., and Hist. i., Anderson’s House of Hamilton, Mum.
Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb, and Syn. Reg., Reg. Old Dec. iii.]
1663. ALExANDER YouNg, descended from the family of Aldbar, a native of Aberdeen,
pres, by Sir Arch. Primrose of Chester, Lord Register ord. and coll. 28th Nov. ; trans, to
Gramond in 1664–LKeith's Catal, Wood's Hist, of Cramond, Presb. Reg., Reg. Collat.]
1664. THoMAs CoIDEN, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of St. Andrews in
1657, coll. 2d Dec. ; trans. to Carsphairn in 1669.-[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Reg. Collat.]
1669. ALExANDER HAMILTON, A.M., formerly mentioned, indulged by the Privy Council,
2d Sept. Many serious people going from Edinburgh to hear him, offended the Bishop and
his adherents so much that he was by the same authority removed to Dalserf, 7th March
1677–LBrown's Hist. of Indulge Wodrow’s Hist.] -
1679. PATRICK SMYTHE, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh in
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1672, licen, by George, Bishop of Edinburgh, 13th June 1675, ord, in 1679; removed on account
of the Test. Nov. 1681–LEdin. Grad, Reg. Collat, Presb. Reg., Wodrow's Hist.]
1682. ALEXANDER BANKs, A.M., translated from Peterhead, died in 1689, in 45th age.
The insicht amounted to jºii., Frie Geir, d.d., j xliiij li. xixs, xd. He marr. Katharine,
daugh. of John Kinross, merchant burgess of Edinburgh, she died Nov. 1693, and had a son,
William, served heir to his mother 3d April 1694.—[Presb., Test, and Edin. Reg. (Bur), Acts
Parl. ix., Ing. Ret. Gen. 7249, 7458.]
1688. ALEXANDER STRANG, A.M., formerly of Durrisdeer, officiated in the meeting-house
at Dundas, after its erection; but retired, and returned to his former parish.-Sess. Reg.]
1688. GEORGE TURNBULL, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
7th April, 1675, ord, at London, 9th Feb. 1688, appointed to the meeting-house by the Presb.
during pleasure, 28th Nov. following. The people applied to the Presb. 19th Sept. previous
for advice in regard to their min. (Mr Hamilton) and 3d Oct. the general meeting recom-
mended plantation of the same. Mr Hamilton says, in a letter to the Moderator, “having
allowed the parish to choose another min. by my advice, did liberat me from that charge; the
truth is, my bodily infirmities are so many and great that I cannot undertake any charge as to
a particular congregation, and therefore it would prove a great satisfaction to me to have that
people well provided. They tell me they have a desire for one Mr T. of whom I have no
particular knowledge, but he has a testimonial from many persons of knowledge and pietie, as
being a young man for grace and pairts very promising, and I lean much to their testimonie.
Besides I know ye and the rest of the brethren of these bounds are men of such prudence and
conscience as will walk tenderlie in the planting of that congregation, and I am very ready to
give my consent to that person coming there.” Mr T. obtained a warrant from the Committee of
Estates, 15th May 1689, authorizing him to preach and exercise the other parts of the minis-
terial function thereat; was released by the Presb. 5th June thereafter, and settled at Alloa in the
following year—[Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg., Acts Parl. ix.]
1690. ALEXANDER HAMILTON, A.M., above-noticed, occupying a meeting-house in Edinburgh
was restored by the Act of Parl. 25th April; but demitted his charge 15th Aug., and was trans.
to Edinburgh, 4th Dec. same year—[Sess., and Presb. Reg.]
1691. CHARLES GoRDON, A.M., formerly of Campvere, called 21st June 1691, while under
a call to Dumfries, which brought him home. He stated, 12th Aug., he had given up the
call to D., and produced testimonials from the classis of Walachia, and also from C., dated 28th
Feb. last., “applauding him in the ministry while he was among them, and loosening him
upon a call from Dumfries,” he was accordingly adm. 23d Sept. thereafter, but trans. to Ash-
kirk, 9th May 1695–Presb, and Sess. Reg., Steven's Scott, Ch, of Rotterd, Wodrow’s Hist.]
1699. JoHN STEDMAN, son of Mr Robert S., min. of Carriden, licen. by the Presb., 19th
Feb. 1699, called 15th June, and Ord. 16th Aug. same year ; trans, to Edinburgh in 1710.-
[Presb. Reg.] -
1711. JAMES NASMITH, a native of the par. of Hamilton, studied at the Univ. of Glasgow,
and Leyden, under Wyches, Frigland, and Boerhaave, became tutor to Basil Hamilton, and to
James fifth Duke of Hamilton, licen. by his native Presb. 23d March 1708, called 2d Aug.
and ord, 13th Sept. 1711, proposed for Moderator in the Assemblies, 1739, and 1744, but
ECCLESMACHEN. 183
was unsuccessful; and died FATHER of the Church 27th Nov. 1774, in his 91st year and 64th
min. He marr. 25th April 1716, Marion daugh. of Patrick Young, of Killiecantie ; she
died 7th June 1782, and had James, Alexander, Anne, Patrick, James, Sarah, and Isabel.—
[Presb., Syn., Sess., and Test. Reg., Reg. Gen. Ass., Weekly Mag. xxvi., Carlyle's Awfob, &c.]
1775. THOMAS ROBERTSON, licen, by the Presb. of Lauder, 3d Jan. 1775, pres, by Neil
Earl of Roseberry April, and ord. 26th Oct. Same year. Had D.D. from the Univ. of Edin-
burgh, 26th March 1792, was appointed one of his Majesty's chaplains in ordinary, Oct. 1793,
and died at Edinburgh 15th Nov. 1799, in 25th min. He marr. 14th Nov. 1775, Jane
Jackson, in the par. of St. John's Westminster, who died 18th Dec. 1808, and had J ohn,
William Findlay Lieutenant in the H.E.I.C.S., Charles Hope writer Edinburgh, and Janet
—Publications—An Inquiry into the Fine Arts, vol. i., Lond, 1785, 4to. History of Mary
Queen of Scots, Edin., 1793, 4to. [Two single Sermons, Edin., 1784, 1799, 4to and
8vo. An Essay on the Character of Hamlet (Trans. Roy. Soc. Edin. ii.). Account of the
parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. i.)—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Edin. Grad, Kay's Portr. ii., &c.]
1800. JAMES GREIG, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
16th Nov. 1785, licen, by the Presb. of Kirkcaldy, 10th July 1793, pres. by Neil Earl of
Roseberry May, and ord. 18th Sept. 1800. He got involved in a dispute with the school-
master of the parish, which came before the Presb., and, disobeying their authority, was sus-
pended in 1827, but refusing to give up the keys of the church to those appointed to officiate
the case was referred by the Synod to the Gen. Assembly, who, 28th May 1828, unanimously
and highly disapproved of his resisting the authority, and disobeying the injunctions of his
Presb., “which they considered as deserving of the severest censures of the Church,” and two
days after declared with similar unanimity, “that it is the ecclesiastical right of the ministers
of parishes to have free entrance to their churches, for the purpose of divine worship, and
religious instruction, and that during vacancies or suspensions, this right is vested in the Presb.
of the bounds.” Mr G. died 17th March 1829, in his 60th year and 29th min. He marr.
1st June 1801 Anne Russell, who died 14th Sept. 1822, and had David, John, Surgeon,
Queensferry. Eleanor, who marr. John R. Sibbald, Esq., surgeon, Edinburgh, &c.—[Edin.
Grad., Presb. Reg., Acts of Ass., Steven's High School, dºc.] * -
1829. JAMES Scott, trans. fr. Torphichen, pres. by Arch. John Earl of Roseberry, July, and
adm. 10th Sept. ; trans. to Dirleton, 1st., and adm. 14th Dec. 1843; died 30th Jan. 1864,
aged 64, in 37th min., “an able divine, an excellent preacher, a faithful pastor, and a devoted
and true friend.” He marr. 16th Nov. 1827 Walter Baird Reid. Their daugh, Mary
Dundas, marr. Edward Edmund Boycott, Esq.-Publications—Sermons, Edin, 1865, 12mo,
Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. ii.)—[Presb., and, Syn. Reg., &c.]
AULDCATHIE,
united to Dalmeny by the Commission of Parliament, 21st Jan. 1618.
TCCLESMACHEN.
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Preceptory of St. John at Torphichen.
2 A
184 PRESBYTERY OF LINLITHGOW.
ijs, ten bollis of Beir, &c. Continued in 1586–LReg. Min, and Assig, Wodrow Miscell.]
1588, RobºFT CoRNVALL, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow
in 1583, was a member of Assembly in 1590, and trans, to Linlithgow 2d charge, in 1597–
[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Reg. Assig, and Pres., Booke of the Kirk.] -
1597. WILLIAM KEIR, A.M., trans. fr. Muiravonside, pres. by James VI. 13th Oct. ; died
10th March 1611, aged about 44, in 20th min. The utencils were estimat. at xxxii. Frie
Geir at j" iiij xvijii. viijd. He left to the poor of Lythgow xlii. He marr. Janet Ker,
who survived him, and had Robert and Elizabeth.-[Presb., Stirling Presb., and Test. Reg.,
Reg. Pres, and Assig.] -
1611. DAVID GUDLATT, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 27th
July 1609, pres, by James VI. 28th April, and inaugurated (ordained) and adm, 30th June
1611; demitted in 1637, and died 22d Feb. 1639, aged about 50, in 28th min. His librarie
was estimat, at xx fi, the utencils at xxxii. Frie Geir, d.d., viºxcvijli, iijs, vid. His buikis
he left equally to his nevoyes, Mr Robert and Mr Alex. Keiths, and the manss to said Mr
Robert, intrant min. He marr, 22d June 1625 Margaret Dalzell, of the family of Binns,
who was alive 17th March 1658. Thomas G. his grand-uncle was served heir, 9th May
1661–LReg. Laur. Univ. Edin, Edin. Grad, Reg. Pres, Assig, et Sec. Sigill cviii., Presb.,
Syn., Test, and Abercorn Sess. Reg., Ing. Ret. Edin. 1085.]
1637. RoPERT KEITH, A.M., nephew of the preceding, and son of Mr Alex. K., min. of
Strathbrock, studied and also graduated at the same Univ. 25th July 1629, pres, by
Charles I. 31st March 1637. He was referred to the Presb, by the Gen. Assembly, 19th
July 1649, and accused 9th Jan. 1654, of marrying his brother while under scandal; assisted
in forming the Protesting Presb., 6th Aug. 1651 ; and died in 1661, in 52d age, and 24th
min. The insicht, &c., was valued at xlii. Frie Geir, d.d., jºiiij vijli, iijs. iiijd. There was
awand by Mr C. his successor, or the Heritors “for pryce of the manse-housse,” v" merkis.
Marion Rollock, relict, delivered “the kirk-byble” which she had in keeping, 5th July 1663.−
[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad, Reg. Pres, et Sec. Sigill, cviii., Presb., Sess, and Test.
Reg., Peterkin's Records.] ->
1661. CHARLEs CRAUFURD, licen. by the Presb., 30th March 1659, pres. by Charles II.
30th Aug. 1661 and 30th Jan., coll. (having been previously ord) 5th Dec. 1662 ; died
July 1682, in 20th min. He was served nearest agnate to the children of Rob. Craufuird,
merchand-burges of Linlithgow, 3d June 1671 ; married 14th Feb. 1667, Margaret Hay,
of the par. of Linlithgow, and had three daugh, Margaret, Magdalen, and Marie—[Presb.,
Sess, and Test. Reg., Reg. Sec. Sigill, and Collat., Ing. Ret de Tut. 964.]
1683. WILLIAM SMART, A.M., studied and and took his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow,
13th July 1669, pres, by Charles II., 3d Nov. 1682, ord, and inst. 28th March following.
He was outed by the rabble, deserted his charge in spring 1689, and died at Edinburgh,
27th Jan. 1715, aged about 66, in 32d min. He is mentioned as the honestest of “black-
coats,” and “the humblest and holyest of our gown-men.” Publications—A short Discourse
recommending the service and prayer of the church, Edin. 1712, 4to. Two Sermons against
treacherous and double dealing, with an answer to Mr Anderson, Dumbarton, Edin. 1714, 4to.
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—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Reg. Sec. Sigill, Presb., Sess, Kirkliston Sess, and Edin. Reg. (Bur),
MS. Acc. of Min., 1689.] -
1694. ALEXANDER HAMILTON, studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, (at which time he had the
temerity to take from a pike affixed to the Port at the Netherbow the head of the celebrated
Mr James Guthrie, min. of Stirling, where it had been placed after his execution in 1661),
called May, and ord, 29th Aug. 1694; trans, to Airth in 1700,—[New St. Acc. Presb. Reg., &c.]
1701. JoHN BAILLIE, son of Thomas B. of Polkemmet, licen, by the Presb. 7th Aug. 1700,
called 9th June, and ord, 25th Sept. 1701; died 25th Feb. 1733, in 32d min-Presb. Reg.]
1734. CHARLES WILKIE, son of Mr John W., min. of Uphall, studied at the Univ. of
Edinburgh, licen, by the Presb. of Dalkeith, 3d July 1733, pres, by Charles Earl of Hopetoun
same month, ord, 18th April 1734; died 5th Nov. 1786, in 76th age and 53d min, leaving
the property of Charlesfield, in the par. of Livingston, to the Rev. Tho. Hardy, one of the min.
of Edinburgh, for whom he entertained a warm affection. He marr. 4th Aug. 1756 Eupham
Flint, who died 10th Jan. 1790, without issue—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.]
1787. WILLIAM PETERKIN, licen, by the Presb. of Aberdeen, 8th Aug. 1764, became assist.
to Mr Charles Keay, min. of Old Deer, ord, min. of the Chapel of Ease at Down, or Macduff,
by the Presb. of Deer, 30th Nov. 1768, prom. to that of Leadhills 2d Nov. 1785, pres. to
this parish by James Earl of Hopetoun Dec. 1786, adm. 11th July 1787 ; died 22d Nov.
1792, im 24th min. Isobel Irvine, relict, died at Peterhead 27th March 1810, aged 57. Their
son, Alexander, writer in Edinburgh, became Sheriff-Substitute of Orkney, and was well known as
an agent during the harassing questions before the civil courts, previous to the Secession in the
Church, 1843—Publication—Account of Ecclesmachan, and of Leadhills (Sinclair's St. Acc. ii.
xxi)—[Presb. Reg., &c.] -
1793. HENRY LISTON, son of the Rev. Robert L., min. of Aberdour, licen. by the Presb. of
Dunfermline, 5th Sept. 1792, pres, by James Earl of Hopetoun March, and ord, 8th Aug.
1793, elected Presb. Clerk, and also 2d May 1820 conjunct Clerk of Synod. Died Suddenly
at Merchistonhall, 24th Feb. 1836, in 65th age, and 43d min. He had a strong natural
bias for mechanics and music. His attainments in the classics and sciences were of no mean
order, while in many other respects he was a man of genius. Though his talents were adapted
for a wider sphere of usefulness, yet he was happy and endeared to his friends and parishioners
by great warmth of heart and simplicity of character. He marr. 21st Oct. 1793, Margaret
Ireland, who died 24th May 1802, and had Robert, F.R.C.S., Edin, highly distinguished as
a surgeon and operator in London, David Professor of Orien. Languages in the Univ. of Edin-
burgh, and two daughters—Publications—An Essay on Perfect Intonation, Lond, 1812, royal
4to. Articles in Edin. Encyclopedia ; and edited Horatii Flacci Opera Selecta, 1819, 18mo.
—[Presb., and Syn. Reg. &c.]
1836. JoHN SMITH, son of Mr. James S., gardener at Hopetoun house, licen, by the Presb.
29th Dec. 1830, became Rector of Bathgate Academy, pres. by the Commissioners of John
Earl of Hopetoun, and ord, 19th Aug. 1836, elected Presb. Clerk in 1854, and had D.D.
from the Univ. of St Andrews Jan. 1866. He marr. 1st June 1847, Agnes, second daugh. of
James Wallace, Esq. of Bellamont.—Publication—Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. ii.)—
[Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.]
186 PRESBYTERY OF LINLITHGOW.
FALKIRK,
The church, previous to the Reformation, belonged to the Abbey of Holyrood. It was included in the
Presb. of Stirling till after 1608, though in Linlithgow 17th May 1614.
1574. ANDREW FORRESTER, trans. fr. Dysart, he had also charge of Airth and Bothkennair
with a stipend of j xxxiiji vjs viijd. He was one of the Commissioners appointed for the
maintenance and defence of the true religion, 6th March 1589, in the Sheriffd. of Stirling;
trans, 8th Dec. 1590 to Kippen, but still continued in 1593.−|Reg. Assig., Wodrow Miscell,
Stirling Presb. Reg., Booke of the Kirk.]
1593. ADAM BELLENDEN, A.M., second son of Sir John B., of Auchináule, Tord Justice
Clerk, studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 1st Aug. 1590, continued
resident there, was on the Exercise, and got a testimonial 12th June 1593, pres, by James
Ballenden, of Brochtoun, with advice and consent of Dame Margaret Levingstone, Lady Auch-
noule, his tutrix, 15th and 21st May, adm. 17th, coll., inst., and ord, 19th July following.
He was a member of the Gen. Assemblies 1602 and 1608, was one of the brethren who met
at Linlithgow 10th Jan. 1606, in conference with “the imprisoned ministers,” previous to
their trial for declining the authority of the Sovereign, in “causes spiritual,” and with others
at a Convention in the same place 10th Dec. thereafter, proposed a Protestation that it should
not be held as a Gen. Assembly. He also attended the Convention at Falkland in 1609, was
suspended 16th Nov. 1614, till his relaxation from the Horn. He was released, and the sen-
tence taken off 18th Jan, following, but enjoined 22d of next month to wait more diligently
on his flock in preparing them for the Communion. Demitted July 1616, and was promoted to
the Bishoprick of Dunblane same year, after having been violently opposed to Episcopacy, and
one of the forty-two ministers who signed a protest to Parliament against its introduction
1st July 1606, and declared then, his new charge to be “the excrement of Bishopricks.”—Reg.
Lawr. Univ. Edin, and Assig, Keith's Catal, and M.S. Wotes, Orig. Lett. of Adm., Douglas Peer.
ii., Melvill’s Awtob., Presb., Stirling Presb., and Syn. Reg., Booke of the Kirk, Row, Calderwood's
Hist. i., Forbes’ Records, Select Biog. i., Edin. Grad.] -
1614. ROBERT HALIE, an expectant from Dundee, 4th Sept. 1611, pedagogue to the laird
of Medhope (Sir Alex. Drummond), his sons, recommended by the Presb. to be Helper 9th
Aug. 1614; trans, to Muiravonside in 1616–LPresb., and St. Andrews Syn. Reg.]
1616. JAMES CALDWELL, A.M., trans. fr. Bothkennar, coll. (adm.) 14th Aug; died Oct.
(before 16th), same year, aged about 36, in 14th min. His buikis were estimat at xx ii.
utencils, &c., at xx ii. Frie Geir v" iij v ii. He marr. Helen Young, who survived him,
and had two sons, James and Johne, and two daugh., Margaret and Isobell.—Publication—
The Countesse of Marre's Arcadia or Sanctyarrie, Edin. 1625, 24mo. A part of this volume
was republished with an historical introduction by the Rev. James Young, Edin. 1862, 12mo,
—[Presb., and Test. Reg. Stirl), Young's Introd, to Arcadia.]
1617. WILLIAM ANNAND, A.M., trans. fr. Ruthven in Strathbogie, pres. by Alex. Earl of
Linlithgow, and coll. July, adm. Soon after ; trans, to Ayr in 1625,-Presb. Reg.]
FALKIRK. 187
1626. THOMAS SPITTALL, A.M., trans. fr. Airth, pres, by Alex, Earl of Linlithgow, March
and adm. 18th June. He was a member of the Commission for the maintenance of Church
Discipline, 21st Oct. 1634, and died in 1646, aged about 52, in 28th min. He marr. Eliza
Pittullo, and had Michael and Robert.—[Presb., and Sess. Reg., Reg. Old Dec. i., iii., Baillie's
Lett. i., Maitland ii., and Bannatyne Miscell. iii.]
1646. EDWARD WRIGHT, A.M., trans. fr. Glasgow (High Ch.), pres, by James Earl of
Calendar March, and adm. 25th Nov. ; prom. to the Principality of the Univ. of Glasgow in
1662–[Presb. Reg., Baillie's Lett. iii., Peterkin's Records.]
1663. RICHARD CALLENDER, A.M., translated fr. Cockburnspath ; died 29th Jan. 1686.
in 60th age, and 29th min. His haill books were estimat to ij li, and the insicht to ij iſ
There was awand to John Campbell of Succoth, of prentice fiall with his son Richard (to whom
he left his haill books), vi" xxxiij li vis viijd. He had one male and two female servants
The expence during sickness to doctors and chirurgions, and of his funeral, with mournings for
the widow and children, amounted to v" xxxvi li xiijs. He marr. 24th Oct. 1661, Alison
Hogg, sister to Sir Roger H., of Harcase, a Lord of Session, she survived him, and had Alex-
ander, who succeeded to his lands in Cockburnspath (of which he and his spouse had Sasine 1st
Jan. 1663), Edward, Alison, Mary, and Jean. Mr James Wright, min. of Alloa, is mentioned
as his cousin-german,—[Presb., Sess, Cockburnspath Sess, and Test. Reg. (Stirl.), Monteith's
Mort. ii., New Gen. Reg. Sasines v.]
1686. ARCHIBALD MUSCHET, A.M., trans. fr. Larbert and Dunipace, pres. by coll.
and inst. 8th Sept. ; died in 1690–J’resb. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689, Hist. Gen.
Ass. 1690.]
1693. WILLIAM CRICHTON, A.M., trans. fr. Bathgate, called 17th July 1692, adm. 23d
Aug. 1693; trans, to Edinburgh (Tron Ch.) 3d July 1695–LPresb. Reg.]
1696. WILLIAM BURNETT, trans. fr. Mid Calder, called 3d Dec. 1695, adm. 1st July 1696;
died 18th Dec. 1714, in 28th min. He marr. Sept. 1703, Elizabeth, daugh. of Mr James
Fraser of Brae, she survived him.—[Presb., Syn., and Edin. Reg. (Marr), Reg. Old Dec. i.]
1718. JAMES ANDERSON, trans. fr. W. Calder, called 11th June 1717 and 19th Feb. 1718,
adm. 23d April thereafter ; while on his way to the ordination of a neighbour in the adjoining
par. of Bothkennar, in Jan. 1722, he was nearly drowned in the river Carron, having been ten
or twelve minutes under water, while a son, about the age of fifteen or sixteen, who accom-
panied him, unfortunately perished. Died 27th Jan. 1732, in 25th min. He had a son John.
—[Presb., and W. Calder Sess. Reg., Wodrow's Anal.]
1733. WILLIAM ANDERSON, licen, by the Presb. 25th Feb. 1730, called 5th Sept. 1732, ord,
16th Aug. 1733. Died 8th May 1741, in 8th min-[Presb. Reg.]
1744. John ADAMs, A.M., trans. fr. Talrymple, called 23d Nov. 1743 elected Moderator
of the Gen. Assembly 10th May 1744, adm. 30th of same month ; proposed again for Mode-
rator in 1748, but not chosen. Died 20th March 1757, aged about 54, in 31st min., having
been a leader on the popular side of the Church. Janet Osburn, widow, died 7th Jan. 1768.-
Publications—An Inquiry into the powers committed to the General Assemblies of this Church;
Apology at the Bar of the General Assembly on the Settlement of Torphichen 1751 [Scots
Mag. xiv.]—[Presb. Reg., Morren's Ann. i., Carlyle's Autob.]
188 PRESBYTERY OF I.INILITHGOW.
1757. JoHN ATCHISON, prom. fr. a. Presbyterian Chapel at Morpeth, pres, by George II.
July, and adm. 6th Oct. 1757, died 18th May 1787, in 72d age, and 48th min., “beloved
by many, and esteemed and respected by all.” He marr. Janet Hardie, who died in 1775,
aged 55, and left issue—[Presb. Reg.]
1787. JoHN MUIR, licen, by the Presb. 2d Dec. 1778, pres. by George III. Sept., and ord.
26th Oct. 1787; died 20th July 1793, in 6th min, “an eloquent preacher, zealous minister,
and candid man.” He marr. 22d Dec. 1788, Marion Pearson, who died Feb. 1801–Presb.,
and Syn. Reg.] -
1794. JAMES WILSON, A.M., trans. fr. Mid-Calder, pres. by George III. 11th Jan., and adm.
2d May 1794. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Edinburgh 28th May 1802, and died
8th June 1829, in 76th age, and 40th min, “having discharged the duties of his ministry
faithfully and acceptably in private ; and with a chaste, pathetic, and impressive eloquence in
public, characteristic of a mind cultivated and enlarged by literature, science, and reli-
gion.” His lady, died 4th Sept. 1819. His only surviving son was the Rev. Dr Wilson,
of Stirling.—Publications—A Defence of Public or Social Worship ; A Sermon for
the Benefit of the Public Kitchen, Edin. 1800, 8vo; The History of Egypt, 3 vols., Edin.
1805, 8vo; Prayers for the use of Families and Individuals, Edin. 1818, 8vo; Accounts of
Mid-Calder, and of Falkirk (Sinclair's St. Acc. xiv., xix.); Method of Increasing the Sensibi-
lity of the Barometer (Nicholson's Journal, iii); Articles in Edinburgh Encyclopaedia.--
[Presb., and Sym. Reg., Edin. Grad., Wew St. Acc. viii.]
1830. JoHN BROWN PATTERSON, A.M., son of Robert P., Esq. of Croft-house, Alnwick, born
29th June 1804, educated partly at Haddington, where his maternal grandfather had minis-
tered to the congregation of Burgher Seceders, and subsequently at Mackay's Classical Aca-
demy, and the High School of Edinburgh, he distinguished himself there by uncommon pro-
ficiency at the Rector's Class under Mr Pillans, and at the Univ. of that city he was no less
marked as a diligent and successful student, and had his degree conferred 31st March 1827;
licen, by the Presb. of Kirkcudbright 7th Jan. 1829, while tutor to James Edward Lord Crans-
toun, whom he accompanied to Oxford, pres. by George IV. 21st Sept. Same year, on the sug-
gestion of Sir Robert Peel, Secretary for the Home Department, ord. 26th Feb. 1830 ; and
died 29th June 1835, in 31st age, and 6th min. Possessed of brilliant talents, elegant
scholarship, and sublime piety, he earned for himself a fixed place in the admiration and love
of all who knew him. There was a beauty in his character which shed a charm around him
wherever he went ; and so modest and unobtrusive were his dispositions, that none would have
supposed, either from his manners or discourse, that he knew himself to be a learned or gifted
man. He marr. 23d April 1833, Sarah Elizabeth Atkin-Publications—On the National
Character of the Athenians, an Essay (which gained the prize of one hundred guineas to the
students of the Univ. of Edinburgh, by his Majesty's Commissioners for visiting the Universities
and Colleges of Scotland, and pointed him out to the notice of Sir Robert Peel), Edin, 1828,
8vo; Discourses, with a Memoir, and Select Literary and Religious Remains, 2 vols., Edin.
1837, 8vo; Lectures on the 14th-16th Chap. of St. John's Gospel, Glasg. 1840, 12mo ;
Lecture VIII. (On Church Establishments.)—[Presb., and Sym. Reg., Wew St. Acc. viii., Edin.
Chr. Inst. iv., Steven's High School, Cockburn's Mem.]
KIRKLISTON. 189
1836. ALEXANDER MELVILLE, A.M., son of the Rev. And, M., min. of Logie, studied at the
Univ. of St. Andrews, and obtained his degree in 1828, licen, by the Presb. of Cupar 8th Dec.
1829, pres, by William IV. Oct. 1835, ord, 22d Jan. 1836; and died at Largs 2d Dec. 1839,
in 33d age, and 4th min. He marr. 11th Oct. 1836, Catherine daugh. of the Rev. Dr
M*Farlan, one of the min. of Greenock, she died at Paris 25th Feb. 1866.-[St. And, Univ.
Cal., Presb. Reg.]
SECOND CHARGE.
A process was raised for its erection, but the Commissioners of Teinds, 31st Dec. 1707, “found there was
no ground for settling a second minister.”
1706. ANDREW FULLARTON, chaplain to Sir Alex. Hope of Carse, licen, by the Presb. of Edin-
burgh 3d April 1706, called 13th June, and ord, 15th Oct. same year; trans. 7th April
1708 to Ayr 2d charge.—[Presb. Reg.] -
GRANGEMOUTH,
Constituted by the Presb. a quoad sacra parish, as authorized by the Gen. Assembly, 29th May 1837,
opened in 1838.
1839. JAMES WILLIAM TAYLOR, son of the Rev. Will. T., min. of the Original Seceding
Congregation at Perth, licen. by the Presb. there 27th Dec. 1837, elected 12th Feb., and ord,
7th May 1839, trans. to Flisk 16th March, adm. 14th April 1843, joining in the Free Seces-
sion was declared no longer a min. of this Church 16th June after. He marr. 7th Aug. 1846,
Magdalene Rachel, daugh. of Will. Walker, Esq. of Pitlair.—Publications—A Few Words to
the Parishioners of Flisk, Cupar, 1843, 8vo; Memoir of D. Maitland Makgill Crichton, Edin.
1853, 8vo; A Month's Visit to Connaught, 18mo: A Word for the Way, or Hints to Tra-
vellers and Tourists, 18mo: Boys and Girls at Play on the Streets of Jerusalem, 18mo: His-
torical Antiquities connected with St. Andrews, Cupar, 1859, fep. 8vo; Sermon III. [On the
Sabbath], Dund. 1847, 12mo, [Presb. Reg.]
RIRELISTOUN.
1569. WILLIAM STRANG, who had been “nuriest and brought up” in the Popish religion,
admitted Beltyn, with a stipend of lxviii. xiijs. iiijd, and the kirklands. He signed the articles
presented by the Superintendent to the Assembly March 1572, and was translated to Irvine
in 1584.—[Reg. Min., and Assig, Booke of the Kirk, Wodrow Miscell, and Biog., Test. Reg.]
1585. JAMES LAW, A.M., Son of John L. of Spittel, portioner of Lathrisk, studied and
attained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews in 1581, pres, by James VI., coll., and adm. in
1585; he was rebuked by the Synod for playing at the foot-ball on the Lord's day, and was one of
the Commissioners appointed in 1589 for the maintenance of religion in the Sheriffdom of
Linlithgow ; prom. to the Bishoprick of Orkney in 1605. Continued still in 1608, and not
190 PRESBYTERY OF LINLITH GOW.
º
improbably till his consecration in 1610.-Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, K.eith's Catal., Reg. Assig.,
Booke of the Kirk, Row, & Calderwood's Hist., Test. Reg., Acts Parl. iv., Pitcairn's Cr. Trials, ii.,
Livingston's Charac.] -
1611. JoHN Book, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1606. He
had a recommendation to George, Archbishop of St. Andrews, from the Presb. 13th Feb., testify-
ing him as a very worthy young man, who had given good trial of his gifts and was well lyked
by the par., so that he was adm. 10th March 1611; deposed 6th May 1646 for tippling, but
had jºli promised him yearly, lxxx being paid from the stipend, and the Presb. making up the
balance. Recommendations were granted in his favour by the Synod 6th Nov. 1651, by Par-
liament 13th March and 30th May 1661. He died June 1663. Collections were also made for
his widow by the par. of Torphichen, Ecclesmachen, Uphall, and Yester.—[Mum. Univ. Glasg.
iii., Presb., Syn., Cramond, Uphall, Torphichen, and Yester Sess., and Edin. Reg. (Bur), Reg.
Assig, and Old Dec., M*Ure's Glasg., Sub-val Book, and Sed. Book of Teinds.]
1646. GILBERT HALL, A.M., brother of Mr Thomas H., min. at Larne, studied and graduated
at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1642, ord, adm. and inst. 9th Dec. 1646, when he promised to give
lxxxii yearly of the stipend to his predecessor. He “was appoynted by the Commission of
Assembly about 28th July 1650 to wait upon ane regiment at Leith, and then (the battle of)
Dumbarre enterveining, there could be no sermon nor discipline being withheld from his charge
till Jan. 1651, after which, through the brokennesse of the tymes, there was little or no disci-
pline exercised.” Having joined the Protestors he withdrew from the Presb., and assisted in
forming another in opposition 6th Aug. following, which continued separate till 11th Feb. 1659.
He had a call to Linlithgow April 1655, which was passed from 18th June thereafter ; and was
nominated one of the Commissioners for visiting the Universities, and authorizing godly and able
men to enjoy the livings appointed for the ministry within Lothian, Merse, and Teviotdale, in
an Ordinance published by the Council of the Protector 17th Oct. same year. His papers
were seized, and himself imprisoned in Edin. Castle 23d Aug. 1660, and by subscribing “ane
dangerous and seditious paper tending to disturb the peace of the kingdom,” his stipend was
sequestrated by the Committee of Estates 25th of the following month. He was suspended by
the Synod May 1661, at the request of the Royal Commission, and deprived by the act of
Privy Council 1st Oct. 1662. When seized with palsy, one of the bishops observed, “God, by
his own hand, hath stopped the mouth of that man, whom we could not all silence.” He was
accused of attending conventicles in 1672, and died 15th March 1673, aged about 51, in 27th
min. “One of the greatest preachers in his time,” of whom Principal Baillie said, “he had
heard most of the celebrated preachers in England, the most noted in Holland, and the most
considerable in Scotland, but, in his opinion, Mr H. Surpassed them all in a preaching gift.”
He was of small stature, with a pleasing countenance, and an extraordinary voice. He marr.
Cycill Inglis (alive in 1690), and had George and Marion, twins, bapt. 8th Feb. 1670. An-
other son, Alexander, entered apprentice to James Braid, merchant, Edinburgh, 14th Feb.
1677. A daugh. marr. Mr Arch. Hamilton, min. of Cambuslang—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. ii. iii.,
Presb., Syn., Sess., Edin. Guild, and Reg. (Bapt., & Bur), Lamont, Nicoll, and Brodie's Diaries,
Kirkton, and Wodrow’s Hist, and Anal., Acts Parl. vii., Baillie's Lett. iii., Monteith's Mort, i.]
1663. JAMES WEMYSS, A.M., promoted fr. Regent St. Andrews, pres. by James Archbishop
ECIRRILISTON. 191
of St. Andrews, ord, 31st July, and adm. 3d Aug. Had D.D. from the Univ. of St. Andrews
18th April 1687; prom. to the Professorship of Divinity in the Univ. of Glasgow in 1688–
[Act Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb., and Sess. Reg., Reg. Collat, Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii.]
1689. JoHN MACKENZIE, served his Majesty Seven years in foreign countries. The edict
for his admission was served not at K. but at St Andrews, thirty miles distant; declared
vacant 16th Oct. 1690, not having been legally settled. He went afterwards to Holland.—
[MS. Acc. of Min. 1689, Hist, and Reg. Gen. Ass. 1690, Rule's Sec. Vindication.]
1691. THOMAS MILLAR, A.M., formerly of Stranraer, called 8th March, and having pro-
duced testificats of his ordination, was adm. 14th April ; died Jan. 1716, aged about 67. He
had a son, William, a min. at Barbadoes.—[Presb., Syn., and Sess. Reg., Wisbet's Her. ii.]
1716. JAMES Houston, trans. fr. Bathgate, called 20th July, and adm, 26th Sept. ; died
7th Jan. 1749, in 55th min. Isabel Baillie, widow, died 26th March 1762–LPresb.,
Syn., and Test. Reg., &c.]
1749. JoHN DRYSDALE, son of the Rev. John D., min. of Kirkcaldy, where he was educated
with the celebrated Adam Smith and Mr Oswald of Dunnikeir. Studied at the Univ. of
Edinburgh, licen. by his native Presb. in 1740, became assist. to Mr James Bannatyne, one of
the min. of Edinburgh, pres. by George II. in 1749, and ord, 9th Aug. same year; trans. to
Edinburgh (Lady Yester's) 8th Aug. 1764—[Sermons i., Presb. Reg., Sinclair's Xviii., and
New St. Acc. ix.]
1765. JAMES LINDSAY, trans. fr. Lochmaben, pres. by George III. 21st Jan., and adm. 16th
July; died 2d Nov. 1796, in 85th age and 61st min. He was “a hussar in raillery, whose
object was to display himself, and humble the man he played on,” while instability on Church
patronage rendered him of less consequence as a speaker than if he had remained consistent.
—[Presb. Reg., Carlyle's Autob., Wilson's Pr. Perth, Kay's Portr. ii.]
1794. CHARLEs RICHIE, son of the Rev. John R., min, of Abercorn, licen. by the Presb.
31st Oct. 1792, appointed assist. and suc. by George III. 20th March, and ord. 19th June
1794; died 20th Oct. 1825, in 60th age and 32d min. He marr. 30th April 1821, Marga-
ret, daugh. of Alex. Reid, Esq. of Ratho-bank, she died 5th Aug. 1837.-Publication—A Sermon
preached after the death of John Earl of Hopetoun. Edin. 1823, 8vo.—[Presb, and Syn.
Reg.]
1826. ADAM DUNCAN TAIT, son of the Rev. Walter T., min. of Edinburgh, licen. by the
Presb. of Kirkcaldy 21st Sept. 1825, pres. by George IV. Feb., and ord, 29th June 1826;
died 10th Nov. 1864, in his 62d year and 39th min. “A judicious adviser, a trustworthy
confidant, a tenderly sympathising companion, and in seasons of trial ever pointing the
thoughts to the divine source of guidance and comfort.” He marr. 4th Sept. 1829, Margaret
Hill.—Publications—Remarks on a Pamphlet by the Rev. James Buchanan. Edin. 1840,
8vo. Letter to the Moderator of the Church of Scotland, Edin. 1840, 8vo. Letter to the
Duke of Argyll on the Abolition or Modification of the Tests affecting Chairs in Universi-
ties. Edin. 1853, 8vo. Letter to the Right Hon. the Lord Justice-Clerk on the State of
the Theological Faculties in the Univ. of Scotland. Edin. 1859, 8vo. Account of the
Parish (New St. Acc. i.)—[Presb. and Syn. Reg.]
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192 PRESBYTERY OF LINLITHGOW.
IIVINGSTON.
The church, previous to the Reformation, belonged to the Abbey of Holyroodhouse.
1570. JoHN CLAPPERTON, a native of Berwicksh., exhortar, entered Nov., with a stipend of
xxiij. ii. vi. s. viijd.; was trans, to Hutton, in the Merse, Candlemas 1571–LBooke of the Kirk,
Reg. Min.] :
1578. ALEXANDER BORTHWICK, reader in 1574, prom. in 1578. “Being of meane literature
he humblie desyrit the Kirk, Oct. 1581, to grant him license to gang to some Vniversitie within
this countrey, quher he may studie in theologie, and have some kirk neir adjacent ther, quher
he may travell in the ministrie, in the meantyme ; so meikle the rather as he hes obtainit
leive of his flocke,” to which request they consented. In respect he had no licence, nor gifts
able, he submitted himself to the judgment of the Presb. of Edinburgh 31st Oct. 1592.
—[Reg. Assig, Booke of the Kirk, Edin. Presb. Reg., Row's Hist]
1585. PETER HAMILTOUN, translated from Linlithgow, 2d Charge, pres, by James VI.
12th Feb. 1595, continued in 1601,–Jºeg. Assig, and Pres.]
1610. PATRICK MONYPENNY, A.M., removed from Muiravonside, ; died March 1816, aged
about 44, in 18th min, His haill librarie was estimat at j merks, the utencils at j merks,
awin for house maill, 1615, xvi. li. Frie Geir, d. d., jºv xxx. ii. xiii. s. iiij. d. Beatrix Muir-
head, relict, and Robert and Beatrix, their children, to whom their uncle, Oliver Monypenny,
was served nearest agnate 20th June following—[Presb., Syn., and Test. Reg., Reg. Assig,
Ing. Ret. de Tut. 223, 224.]
1616. JAMES Ross, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 25th
July 1612, pres, by Sir Walter Dundas of that ilk May, and adm. 16th Oct. 1616; died in
1641, aged about 49, in 25th min. Elizabeth Kerr, relict, died Aug. 1663. He left James
and six other orphans, of whom Andrew succeeded his uncle as proprietor of Newk in 1651.
—[Presb., and Test. Reg. (Stirl), Reg. Old Dec. iii., iv.]
1641. PATRICK SHEILLs, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow in
1638, pres. by Walter Murray of Livingston Sept., and ord, and adm. 9th Dec. 1641 ; trans.
to West Calder 30th April 1645–[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb. Reg.]
1646. JoHN LOTHIAN, A.M., son of Mr John L., min. of Monkland, studied and obtained
his degree at the same Univ. in 1639, pres, by the laird of Livingston Aug., and ord, and
adm. 24th Nov. 1646; died 3d Nov. 1670, aged about 52, in 24th min. His librarie was
estimat at lx. Ii, the insicht at lx. ii, and Frie Geir at v" iſ xxvijli, Beatrix Craig, relict.
His brother William was served heir 9th Jan. 1674, and seized in the lands of Paddochen
11th July thereafter.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb. Reg., Tombst., Sasines Lanark, Ing. Ret.
Gen. 295, 326, Morrison's Digest, and Dec. i.]
1672. WILLIAM WERNER, licen. by George Bishop of Edinburgh 10th March 1669, ord.
and admitted in 1672; died 19th Oct. 1674, in 3d min. His haill library was estimat at
jº fi, Frie Geir, d. d., at iiij xxx ti-[Reg. Collat., Presb., and Test. Reg., Tombst.]
1675, GEORGE HONYMAN, A.M., translated from Sandwick. An assault was made on
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his person and house April 1680, for which a person was remitted to the committee for pub-
lic affairs. He continued till 1688, when he was charged by the people, to whom he made
himself obnoxious by his persecuting spirit, to remove by a certain day, and he removed
accordingly, and discharged the duties of his office for sometime at Crail, where he was served
with a libel in 1710, at the instance of the Presb. of St Andrews, for his intrusion there, for
his bringing in innovations in the worship of God, by using the English Liturgie, his omitting
to pray for Queen Anne, or praying for the Pretender, or in terms which may comprehend
the Pretender, as well as our lawful Sovereign. He was alive at Crail Pentecost 1729. He
marr. Beatrix Pringle, and had a son George.—[Presb., St Andrew's Presb., Fife Syn., Edin.
Guild, and Reg. (Bapt.), M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689, Wodrow’s Hist, M.S. Communic. Crail.]
1692. JoHN SMITH, licen. by the Presb. of Paisley 26th Feb. 1690, called 19th June, and
ord. 17th Aug. 1692; died 31st March 1717, in 25th min. He marr. 5th March 1703,
Bethia, eldest daugh. of Thomas Baillie of Polkemmet, and had a son James. His brother
Thomas was tenant in Nether Williamston-LPresb., Sess, and Test. Reg.]
1718. Robert HUNTER, pres, by Sir James Cunningham of Milncraig in 1717, ord, 5th
May 1718; died 13th Dec. 1751, in 34th min. He marr. Euphan, daugh...of Mr David
Blair, one of the min. of Edinburgh, and had a daugh. Jean,— Presb., Sess., Syn., and Test
Beg.] -
1752. WILLIAM DALGLEISH, A.M., eldest son of Mr Robert D. one of the min. of Linlith-
gow, born 29th May 1727, studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 24th April
1744, licen. by the Presb. 6th Dec. 1749, pres. by the Commissioner for Sir David Cunningham
of Milncraig, Bart., 28th April, and ord. 8th Nov. 1752; died 29th Dec. 1759, in his 33d
year, and 8th min.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, Edin. Grad., Presb. Reg.]
1761. RoPERT WISHART, licen, by the Presb. 30th March 1756, called 23d Oct. 1760, ord.
15th April 1761 ; died 7th Jan. 1802, aged 69, in 41st min. Equally remarkable for his
worth, and for the bereavements in his family. He marr. 27th Oct. 1765 Mary Gloag, who
died 29th Sept. 1778, and had six children of whom five died after arriving at or near the
age of majority.—[Presb. Reg., Sinclair's St. Acc. xx., &c.]
1802. JAMES MAITLAND ROBERTSON, A.M., son of the Rev. James R., min. of Ratho,
studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews in 1797, licen. by the Presb. of
Edinburgh 26th Oct. 1796, pres. by Sir William A. Cunninghame, Bart. July, and ord. 23d
Sept. 1802. On his father's death a unanimous application was made by the parishioners of
Ratho for his succession, but it was rejected by the patron. Died 6th March 1855, in his
80th year, and 53d min. He marr. 4th March 1803, Anne, daugh. of Mr George Lindsay,
surveyor of customs, Inverness, she died 17th Feb. 1860 aged 80, and had issue.—[St. Andrews
Univ. Cal., Presb., & Sym. Reg.]
BLACKRIDGE,
Constituted a quoad sacra parish by the Gen. Assembly, 18th May 1839.
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MUIRAVONSIDE, or MANUEL.
The church was dedicated to St. Marnua, and originally formed part of Falkirk. The Presb. of Edinburgh,
12th Nov. 1588 found it to be an old parish of the readiest. After being served by a min, about sixty
years, the Presb. 12th April 1648 recommended a disjunction, when it was erected by Parliament 10th
June thereafter.
1591. WILLIAM KEIR, A.M., one of the original students at the University of Edinburgh,
who took his degree at the first graduation 9th Aug. 1587, ; translated to Ecclesmachan
in 1597–LReg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad, Reg. Assig.]
1598. PATRICK MONIPENNY, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of St.
Andrews in 1592, adm. (after 26th Sept.) 1598; in 1607-8 Livingston was also in the charge,
removed to Livingston in 1610.-Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Edin, and Stirling Presb. Reg.,
Reg. Assig, Calderwood's Hist.]
1612, RoRERT THOMSONE ; translated to Torryburn Oct. 1615, “but he knawis not quhat
ordour he will tak be reason of great opposition that he hears will be made.”—Presb. Reg.
1616. RoPERT HALIE, translated from Falkirk; trans, to Airth in 162 6.—[Presb. Reg.,
Reg. Pres.]
1627. ALEXANDER CoRNWALL, son of Mr Robert C., min. of Linlithgow, adm. to the public
exercise (licen) 4th Dec. 1622, ord, March and adm, 8th April 1627, pres, by Charles I, in
1633; he was in necessitous circumstances 14th March 1639; and was accused of invading
James Muir, within the burgh of Linlithgow, “with ane drawn quhinger,” who had used in-
sulting and provoking language to him, and of intromitting with the Session Funds, so he was
suspended by the Presb. 2d Dec. 1640 till next Synod; demitted in 1641 and was deposed.
He was to leave the country 27th Sept. 1643 to seik employment in the pastoral function.
Being in distressed circumstances he received pecuniary aid from several Kirk Sessions 25th
June 1646, and 15th Sept. 1649. He was received as school master and precentor at Kettins
by the Heritors and Kirk Session 1st Sep. 1650, who promised to provide a competent main-
tenance for him, of evrie Heritor for ilk plough of the parish xx s, which will extend to lx ii.,
and a merk from ewrie tenant which is xlii, in all j fi, He represented his hard condition to the
Session, on 8th following, for he had not whereupon to live, and desired the lend of viijli, from the
box, which he promised to pay out of the first end of his pension. In May 1652 he was laid under
a sentence of excommunication for marrying and baptizing irregularly ; and was alive May
1659. He marr. Marion Hamilton, and had Elizabeth, Janet, Alexander, and Jean.—[Presb.,
Syn., Linlithg., Kettins, Falkirk, Dunferml, and Carnock Sess. Reg., Reg. Pres, Nicoll's Diary.]
1642. JoHN BRUCE, of Wrae, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh
27th July 1628, pres, by James Lord Livingston of Almond, in June, and adm. 31st Aug.
1642. His decreet of locality having been destroyed by the burning of his house, and the
registers lost, he obtained another 7th Dec. 1664, although some of the heritors “were ready
to propone that their proportion was above the worth of their teinds,” but the Commissioners
repelled their objections as “they had been in constant use these eighteen years of paying that
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proportion ; and they and their predecessors had bought the land with the burden of that
locality, and so they had no prejudice thereby.” He died April 1672, aged about 64, in 30th
min. Isobell Ker, widow, claimed the Ann, which was resisted as she had not been confirmed.
The Lords, however, 16th July 1673, “found no necessity of confirmation of the Ann.” A
son James died in 1648.-[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg., Connel on Tithes
iii., Morrison's Digest, and Dict, Tombst, Baillie's Lett. ii.] -
1655. HUGH BLAIR, A.M., son of Mr Hugh B. one of the min, of Glasgow, bapt. 26th Feb.
1633, studied and attained his degree at the Univ. thereof in 1651. While attending the
Divinity Hall, he “declyned modestlie ’’ to subscribe an acknowledgment of due obedience and
attendance on the lessons of the Principal and Professors, was called unanimously Aug., and ord.
and adm. (helper) 30th Oct. 1655; trans, to Rutherglen in 1661–IMun. Univ. Glasg. iii.,
Presb., Syn., and Glasg. Reg. (Bapt.), Baillie's Lett. iii., and Mem.]
1667. ANDREW URIE, licen, by Geo. Bishop of Edinburgh, 7th Feb. 1667, and ord, by him
30th July following. The Communion Cups bear his name “1676.” In 1682 and 1685
Peter Gillies, waulker, or fuller, was pointed out by him, and executed for non-conformity.
Mr Urie was outed by the rabble, deserted his cure in 1689, and died in Edinburgh, of
fever, 14th Oct. 1707, in his 71st year, and 41st min, leaving two daugh, Margaret who
marr. Charles Bell, W.S., and Anna who marr. John Bethun, younger of Craigfoodie.—[Reg.
Collat, Presb., Test., and Edin. Reg. (Marr., & Bur), Wodrow’s Hist, M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.]
1691. DoNALD CAMPBELL, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh in
1676, probably went to Holland, and obtained ordination, called 31st May, and was adm. 4th
Aug. 1691 ; trans. to Queensferry 18th Oct. 1693.−|Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad.,
Presb. Reg.] -
1696. ANDREW BENNET, called 22d March, and ord, 13th May ; died 20th Aug. 1720, in
25th min. The inventory amounted to iiij lxxxix i. vijs. iiijd. Elizabeth Livingston, relict.
He had Anna, Andrew, Margaret, Betie, Patrick, (min. of Polmont), William, (min. of Duding-
ston), Anna, and John.-[Presb., Sess, and Test. Reg. (Stirl)]
1721. RoBERT Boy D, licen. by the Presb. 16th Sept. 1719, called 15th March and ord, 16th
Aug. 1721; one of those who dissented from the deposition of the eight Seceding min. 15th
May 1740; died 8th Jan. 1768, in 47th min.—[Presb. Reg., Reg. Gen. Ass. 1740, Morren's
Ann. i.] •
1768. JoHN BERTRAM, of Mallhall, son of John B., farmer at Woodlee, licen. by the Presb.
of Dunbar 7th Dec. 1743, became assist. to Mr Roger Moodie, min. of Monimail in 1748, and
afterwards min. of Whitby, Devonsh., pres. by George III. March, and adm. 8th June 1768;
died 23d Dec. 1802, aged above 80. He marr. Mary Bruce, who died 14th Nov. 1771; 2dly
7th March 1790 Janet, sister of Principal Baird ; she died 20th March 1833.−Publication—
Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. i.)—[Presb. Reg., Kay's Portr.]
1803. WILLIAM M*CALL, in 1801 was offered by the patron the parish of Cranshaws,
after visiting it and returning he politely declined its acceptance, unless he had also a liberty
to play at penny weddings, and steal sheep ; pres, by George III. March, and ord, 1st Sept.
1803; his manse was broke into 11th Dec. 1825, himself violently assaulted, and money
with other articles carried away, for which two boatmen on the Union Canal were tried before
196 PRESBYTERY OF LINLITHGOW.
the circuit court at Stirling, 20th April, one of whom was condemned to be executed there,
26th May following. Mr. M'C, died unmarried 30th Dec. 1833, in his 67th year and 31st
min.—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.]
1834. JAMES M*FARLAN, son of John M*F. of Kirkton, Esq., Advocate, licen, by the Presb.
of Glasgow, 5th Aug. 1831, pres, by William IV. March, and ord, 16th May 1834. He
marr, 31st Oct. 1837. Their second daugh., Christian, marr. Arch. Campbell, Esq., Edin-
burgh-Publications—A Version of the Prophecies of Ezekiel, Edin. 1845, 8vo; Account
of the Parish (New St. Acc. viii.)—[Presb. Reg., &c.] * -
POLMONT,
was disjoined from Falkirk, and erected by the Lords Commissioners of Teinds, 22d July 1724. The
Church and Manse were built by voluntary subscription in 1730.
1733. PATRICK BENNET, son of Mr Andrew B., min. of Muiravonside, licen, by the Presb., 7th
July 1731, called 1st Sept. 1732, ord. 21st March 1733; died 12th April 1783, in his 78th
year, and 51st min. He marr. 22d Dec. 1752, at Dundas, Margaret Henderson, who died
Oct. 1800.-[Presb., Syn., and Dalmeny Sess. Reg.]
1784. WILLIAM FINLAY, licen. by the Presb. of Kirkwall, 4th March 1778, pres, by George
III., 31st May 1783, ord, 21st July 1784; appointed one of the Chaplains to the Prince of
Wales, Aug. 1790; and died 21st Jan. 1800, in 47th age, and 16th min. He marr., 30th
Jan. 1787, Jean, daugh. of Gilbert Lawrie, Esq., one of the Commissioners of Excise, and late
Lord Provost of Edinburgh, she died, 20th Dec. 1792, in her 37th year, and had Gilbert L.,
Manager of the Edin. Life Insurance Co. ; Janet, and another, who marr. James Borthwick,
Esq., merchant, Leith-Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. iii. xix. xxi.)
—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Tombst., &c.]
1800. DYKEs SMITH, licen. by the Presb. 29th April 1795, pres, by George III. March, and
ord. 27th June 1800; died a bachelor, 25th Nov. 1809, in 39th age, and 10th min.—[Presb.
Reg., Tombst., &c.]
1810. PATRICK M*FARLAN, trans. fr. Kippen, pres. by George III. in April, and adm. 13th
July; trans, to Glasgow (St John's) 6th July 1824.— Presb, and Syn. Reg., Smith's Scott.
Clergy, ii.]
1825. JoHN KER, son of James K., Esq., Provost of Peebles, licen. by the Presb. thereof,
pres. by George IV. Oct. 1824, ord, 5th April 1825. He marr. 16th Oct. 1839. Their
only child, James, died in 1863.−Publication—Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. viii.)—
|Presb. Reg.]
QUEENSFERRY,
Disjoined from Dalmeny. The church was built in 1633, erected by the Commissioners of Parliament
1st July 1635, and ratified by Parliament 17th Nov. 1641.
1635. ROBERT GIBBESONE, A.M., son of Mr John G., min. of Dalmeny, studied, and took
his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 27th July 1627, ord, and adm. 13th Aug. 1635 ; died
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1641, in 34th age, and 6th min. He marr. Elizabeth, daugh. of Andrew Bell, merch. and
burges of Linlithgow, and left issue.—[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin., Presb., and Test. Reg.]
1641. EPHRAIM MELVILL, A.M., probably son of Mr Ephraim M., min. of Pittenweem,
studied and was laureated at the Univ. of St Andrews in 1629, and mentioned as an
alumnus 1630-1633, became chaplain to Christian Lady Boyd, produced testimonials of his
qualifications from the Presb. of St Andrews 6th Aug. 1634, and from Cupar 29th July 1641,
pres. Aug., and ord. adm. and inst. 30th Sept. following, was appointed to attend Col.
Areskine's Regt., but was unable to go, through great distemper and weakness of bodie 24th
April 1644. He had a pres, to Livingston Oct. 1645, which was not made effectual; was
one of the commissioners for visiting the Univ. of Edinburgh, 31st July 1649; and was trans.
to Linlithgow in 1650–Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb. Reg., Wodrow's Anal., Rutherfurd,
and Baillie's Lett. iii., Acts Parl. vi.]
1652. JoHN PRYMROSE, called Sept., and ord, and adm. (by the Protesting Presb) 28th
Oct., against the remonstrance and protestation of the Presb. He was not recognised by the
Synod 1st May 1655, was summoned, 13th Jan. 1657, to compear before the Synod of Fife,
for baptising a child in the par. of Inverkeithing, and removed for non-conformity at the
Restoration, but was indulged by the Priv. Council 9th Dec. 1669, and died, 28th Dec. 1673, in
45th age, and 22d min, leaving a widow who was alive in 1690–LPresb., and Syn. Reg.,
Tombst., Wodrow’s Hist.]
1674. GEORGE ROBERTSONE, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edin-
burgh in 1665, ord, and coll. 29th Dec. 1674; trans, to Kirkurd in 1678.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ.
Edin., Edin. Grad., Reg. Collat., Presb. Reg.] -
1678. JoHN PHILP, A.M., translated from Kirkurd, pres. Feb., and inst. 20th March,
having “a considerable fortune of his own, he was put into this lean benefice.” He
was deprived in 1681, for refusing the Test. ; and for asserting “ that James Duke of
Albany was a bloody man, and a great tyrant, and was distasteful to the subjects; that the
|King's Advocate (Mackenzie) and bishop (Paterson) of Edinburgh were bloody and cruel men,
and he hoped ere long to see them suffer for it ; as also, that Arch. Earl of Argyll was un-
justly forfeited, and that there was no law for forfeiting him,” he was libelled before the Priv.
Council 15th March 1683, fined in £2000 sterl., and, 28th July thereafter, sent to the Bass
during life, all his books and papers being seized. He died in 1688, before 18th Dec., aged
about 54. A gift being then made by the Crown to John Lord Lindores of iſ" ii. 1 merks, as
the remains of his fine. His nephew John was served heir 26th Aug. 1690, and his testa-
ment was confirmed to his sister Janet 19th July 1693.−[Presb., and Test. Reg., Fountainhall’s
JDec. i., Wodrow’s Hist, Reg. Sec. Sigill, Acts Parl. ix., Ing. Ret. Gen. 7052, Crichton's Mem. of
Blackadder.] - -
1682. ARCHIBALD BUCHAN, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh
in 1670, pres. by John Bishop of Edinburgh 29th May, ord. Aug., and inst. 26th Sept. 1682 ;
trans, to Spott in 1683.−[Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg.]
1683. ALEXANDER SKIRVING, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the same Univ. in
1672, pres. Sept., and ord, Oct. 1683; trans, to Shotts in 1686.-[Edin, Grad, Presb. Reg.]
198 PRESBYTERY OF LINLITHGOW.
1686. WILLIAM SMYTH. He voluntarily demitted in 1689, and died in 1699–Presb.
Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.]
1688. JoHN DALGLEISH, A.M., formerly of Roxburgh. The general meeting, 12th Oct.
1687, being informed by the brethren in the bounds where he lived that he behaved himself
soberly even during the time of his conformity, and further, they being fully satisfied with the
report of the brethren appointed to confer with him concerning his sincere dissatisfaction with
the course of conformity, and of his serious and earnest desire to be accepted amongst us, and
finding him to be of Presbyterian principles, they do accept the said Mr D., his case in many
considerations being singular, always providing that this be no preparative, except in the like
case. As also the said meeting refers him to the province of Lothian for what directions they
think fit to give him, which, with humble acknowledgment of the meeting he submitted unto.
By the ministers of Lothian he was recommended to Mr Hamilton of Dalmeny, that he might
use his services as an assistant, but a petition from Queensferry was produced, showing their reso-
lution to call and invite Mr D. to exercise his ministry amongst them. Whereupon the Presb. did
interrogate Mr John whether he desired to settle in the Ferry as their min, he desired
only to be allowed by the Presb. to preach, and do the whole work of a min. there for a
tyme. Wherefore the Presb. allows him to continue to preach there according to his desire,
and so he was appointed by the Presb. for a time 11th Jan. 1688, and allowed by them
to remove to his former place 4th Nov. 1690.-[Presb. Reg.]
1693. DONALD CAMPBELL, A.M., trans. fr. Muiravonside, called 28th May 1691, and again
14th Sept. 1693, and adm, 27th Dec. following ; died, 8th Feb. 1698, in 43d age. He
marr. Cathrina Verheiden, and had a daugh. Anna—[Presb., and Linlithg. Sess. Reg., Tombst.]
1700. John GRIESON, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh
13th July 1695, became chaplain to the Lord Advocate (Sir J. Stuart), called 14th May, and
ord. 21st Aug. 1700. After lingering under disease about twenty months he died 31st Dec.
1709, in 41st age, and 10th min. He marr. 18th Sept. 1700 Marie daugh. of James
Ochterlonie, merchant burges in Edinburgh ; 2dly, July 1705, Agnes Learmonth, relict of
John Cairncross, writer, she died 26th Sept. 1750–Edin. Grad, Presb., and Edin. Reg.
(Marr.), Tombst., &c.]
1710. JAMES KID, suffered under the persecuting reigns of Charles II., and James VII.
took refuge in Holland, and studied theology there, licen. by the Presb. of Dunfermline, 27th
Feb. 1706, called 6th July, and ord. 28th Sept. 1710. He was one of the twelve brethren
who gave in a representation and petition to the Gen. Assembly 11th May 1721, against an
Act of the preceding Assembly, condemning the Marrow of Modern Divinity, from which they
were waggishly styled the “twelve apostles.” It was feared a breach would be effected in the
Church on this account, as much keenness and warmth were shewn at the time, both by the
leaders in the Assembly and the inferior judicatories, against the Antinomian tendency of the
doctrine of free grace set forth by the author, while the twelve, with many others, held the
opposite, and were zealously supported by the more strict portion of the people; which, with
other causes, paved a way for the Secession twelve years after. In 1722 the Assembly, there-
fore, passed an Act explanatory of their former, and administered a rebuke to eleven, one
being absent from indisposition, on which Mr K., as the most intrepid of their number, ten-
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dered a protest, which the Assembly rejected, in the hands of one of themselves. As holding
similar principles he received and welcomed the assistance of the Seceders, at the communion
in his par., after their suspension in Aug. 1733. He went, however, with them no farther;
and died 9th Feb. 1744, in 78th age and 34th min., distinguished as fervent in prayer, zealous
in preaching the doctrine of grace, and esteemed as a diligent and able minister. He marr.
March 1711, Isabel daugh. of James Auchinleck of Woodcockdale, and had three daugh. Janet,
Agnes, and Mary, who marr. Mr James Gladstone, schoolmaster of N. Leith.-Publication—
Letter concerning the parish of Bathgate, 1720, sm. 8vo. Address to the Reader prefixed to
the Trust, by Wilson, 1723, sm. 8vo.—[Presb., Linlithg., Bo'ness, and W. Leith Sess. Reg.,
Tombst., Brown's Gospel Truth, Boston's Mem., Fraser's Life of R. Erskine, Edin. Chr.
Inst. xxx..] -
1746. ARCHIBALD M*AULAY, licen, by the Presb. of Dalkeith, 2d May 1738, called June
1745, ord, 25th Sept. 1746; died 5th Aug. 1781, in 75th age and 35th min. He marr.
22d Dec. 1757, without issue. —[Presb. Reg., Tombst., Acts of Ass., Scots Mag. li.]
1782. JoHN HENDERSON, licen, by the Presb. 2d Dec. 1778, pres, by the Town Council,
Feb., and ord. 10th July 1782; he was elected Synod Clerk, and died 12th June 1820, in 67th
age, and 38th min. He marr. 18th Feb. 1783 Mary Arnot, who died 1st Feb. 1787; 2dly
26th Nov. 1792, Mary Mackenzie, who died 9th March 1820, and had William and Mary.
—Publications—The effects of patriotism on national conduct, a sermon, Edin, 1803, 8vo.
Account of the parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. xvii.)—[Presb., and Syn. Reg.]
1820. THOMAS DIMMA, A.M., a native of Sprouston, elected English teacher in Geo. Heriot's
Hospital, 11th Jan. 1808, and prom. to that of Latin and French, 26th Jan. 1809. Studied
and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 11th Jan. 1812, licen. by the Presb. 30th
Aug. 1815, pres. by the Town Council, and ord, 16th Nov. 1820; died 25th July 1854,
aged 68, in 34th min. He marr, 27th April 1821, Laura, daugh. of the Rev. Rob. Grierson,
assist, min., Inveresk, and had Thomas, George, and others.-Publication—Account of the
Parish (New St. Acc. ii.)—[Steven's Mem, of Heriot, Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.]
SLAMANNAN, or ST. LAURENCE,
Originally formed part of Falkirk, was disjoined from the Presb. of Stirling, and annexed to that of Lin-
lithgow, 8th July 1589.
1572. RICHARD FLEMING, Reader in 1567; he signed the articles drawn up by the Synod,
6th October 1571. In 1574 his stipend was lvj ñ. xiijs. iiijd. Continued in 1608.
[Reg. Min., and Assig, Booke of the Kirk, Stirling Presb., and Test. Reg., Wodrow's Miscell.]
1602. JoHN GIBBESOUN, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
29th July 1600, adm. 2d Aug. 1602; trans. to Dalmeny after 10th March 1605; demitted
the parsonage and vicarage in 1616–Eſteg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Presb., and Test. Reg.]
1611. THOMAS AMBROSE, trans. fr. Denny ; deposed (suspended) by the Bishop (Gladstanis),
2 C
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Presb. of Edinburgh and Commissioners of the Gen. Assembly 6th Dec. 1614, for bapt. a
child irregularly in the par of Torphichen ; reponed by the Gen. Ass. ; pres, by Alex. Earl of
Linlithgow in 1616; accused of setting his Teinds, 4th June 1617, suspended 13th Feb. 1628
for immorality, and demitted 26th March following. He marr. Jonet Zule, and had a daugh.
Jean.—[Presb., Syn., and Falkirk Sess. Reg., Reg. Assig.]
1628. JoHN DRYISDAILL, translated from Balquhidder; suspended till next Synod, 21st
Sept. 1642, for drunkenness, deposed by the Presb. 22d March 1643, for “anevyld and ignomini-
ous cuckolane and slanderous ryme, ventit and formed agains the brethrein,” which was ratified
by the Synod 2d May thereafter. While the case was pending, 8th March, Janet Baird, his
spouse, prayed for clemency “to hir husband and hir, whom God has visited with ane knawin
infirmitie, which she has had for twenty-three years, and towards their pwir children, who as
yet have never been able to win themselves ane meall of meitt.” He craved help for putting
his son apprentice to a chirurgeon in Edinburgh 28th July 1647, and received pecuniary
assistance from various kirk-sessions, 7th Nov. 1643—19th Aug. 1647.-Presb., Beath, Car-
mock, and Dunferml. Sess. Reg., Morrison's Dec. xvii)
1644. JAMES FORSITHE, A.M., son of Mr John F., min. at Leinzae (Kirkintilloch), studied
and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1635, pres. by James Earl of Calendar,
10th Oct. 1643, ord, and adm. 4th Jan. 1644; trans. to Larbert and Dunipace, 26th Feb.
1645.-Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii. Presb. Reg.]
[THOMAS THOMSON, probably son of Thomas T., min. of Hopekirk, adm. min. to the garrison
of the Earl of Calendar by the Presb. of Glasgow, 11th June 1645, and min. of a congrega-
tion at Hartlepoole in England, was pres, by James Earl of Calendar Nov. following, and
his settlement fixed, but it was referred to the Synod, 6th May thereafter, on account of violent
opposition, and then relinquished. He died in Edinburgh, Aug. 1667, in 13th min.-[Presb.
Glasgow Presb., Syn., and Edin. Reg., (Bur)] -
1647. WILLIAM TUEDy, A.M., Regent in the Univ. of Edinburgh, pres, by James Earl of
Calendar 1st Dec. 1646, ord, adm. and inst., 16th April 1647, had an Act of Parliament in
his favour, 16th Feb. 1649. Preferring the College employment, he was trans to his former
office 9th Sept. 1657; and died in February 1665, aged about 46, in 18th min, having marr.
Jean Turner, who survived him.——[Presb., Test., and Canongate Reg. (Bur), Acts Parl. vi.,
and MSS.]
1658. RobHRT SEMPILL, A.M., trans. fr. Lesmahagow 2d charge, called (when the pari-
shioners were much divided among themselves), and adm. 13th April; suspended by the Presb.,
19th Sept., and deposed by them 28th Nov. 1660. He had sasine of a house and yard, in
the kirktown of Lesmahagow, 9th Aug. 1673–LPresb., and Sym. Reg., Sasines Lanark.j
1661. GEORGE PHIN, formerly of Symmington, Biggar, pres. by and admitted 21st
August; died February 1689, in 40th min. “There was awand to doctors and chirurgians for
drogs during his last sickness iiij lxxvijii. xviijs.” He is said to have been a “pious and deep
divine.” He marr. Margaret Spanzie ; 2dly Susannah Simpson, who survived, and marr. Mr
Duncan Whyt. A daugh. Helen was served heir, 18th Aug. 1696.-[Presb., Sess., Torphichen
Sess., and Test. Reg. (Stirl), Ing. Ret. Stirl. 329, Lanark 429, Linlithg. 250, Fife 1392,
Edin. 1360, New Gen. Reg. Sasines xvii.] -
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1691. JAMES STEVENSONE, licen. by the Presb. of Glasgow, 14th Nov. 1689, called 12th
April, and ord, 8th July 1691; died 17th Dec. 1708, in 18th min-Presb., and Syn. Reg.,
Wodrow's Anal. ii.]
1709. JoHN STEVENSONE, trans. fr. Cathcart, called 10th Feb. and adm, 9th Nov. ; demitted
28th Aug. and was deposed 24th Oct. 1711 for drunkenness. He marr. Isobel Smith-
[Presb. Reg.]
1716. WILLIAM HASTIE, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 16th
June 1703, called 13th Dec. 1715, ord. 19th Sept. 1716. Had sentence passed against him,
early in 1720, for refusing to take the oath of abjuration, and died 11th Nov. 1755, in 84th
age and 40th min.—[Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg., Tombst., Edin. Chr. Inst. xxx..]
1756. JoHN GRAY, called 21st April, and ord. 28th July ; trans, to Cambusnethan 14th
Feb. 1764—[Presb. Reg.]
1764. JoHN KNox, preacher at Norristown Chapel of Ease, pres. by George III. in June,
and ord. 27th Sept. ; died 12th June 1787, in 61st age and 23d min.—[Presb. Reg., Morrison's
Dec. xvii.]
1788. JAMES MACNAIR, licen. by the Presb. of Glasgow 1st Oct. 1783, became preacher at
Shettleston Chapel of Ease same year, pres, by George III. 6th Oct. 1787, Ord. 10th April
1788; died 15th April 1798, in 39th age and 11th min. He marr. 24th April 1789,
Agnes, eldest daugh. of Mr Robert M'Nair, merchant, Glasgow, she died 28th Nov. 1807,
and had Robert, min. of Paisley Abbey, James, and Mary—Publications—Set Thine House
in Order, a sermon. Glasg, 1808, 8vo. Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. xiv.)—
[Cleland's Ann. i., Presb., and Syn. Reg.]
1799. JAMEs RoBERTSON, prom. fr. Dunfermline Chapel of Ease, pres, by George III. Oct.
1798, adm. 18th Jan. following ; died 15th March 1826, in his 60th year and 34th min.
He marr. 20th April 1820, Janet, daugh. of the Rev. Matt. Murray, min. of North Berwick,
and had issue.—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
1826. ALEXANDER TXAVIDSON, trans. fr. Gargunnock, pres. by George TV. June, and adm.
5th Sept.; died 29th Oct. 1855, in 46th min. He marr. 25th Dec. 1812, Christian Simson, and
had Thomas, min. of Abbey St Bathans, David, M.D., assist. Surg. R.N., Maria, wife of the
Rev. Will. Stevenson, min. of Bothkennar, and Margaret. Publication—Account of the
Parish (New St. Acc. viii.)—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
TORPHICHEN,
Previous to the Reformation the Church belonged to the Preceptory of St John.
1572. ROBERT HODGE, entered exhorter at Dalmeny, Lammas 1569, prom. and entered
Candlemas 1572, with the manse and gleib ; trans, to Bathgate before 1574, but re-entered before
1585. He represented, 7th July 1613, “that thair was a great profanation of the Sabbath in
his parochyne, at the corn-stack, be pyping and dancing in gryt multitudes.” He died 12th
js. viijd. He marr. Agnes Polwart, who died 27th June 1595 ; 2dly, another, who survived,
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with bairns, of whom Katharine became executor.—[Reg. Min., and Assig., Presb., and Test.
Reg.] -
1627. GEORGE AHANNAY, or HANNAY, A.M., son to an honest burges of the Canongate,
and brother to Mr James H., min. of Holyroodhouse, studied and attained his degree at the
Univ. of Edinburgh 14th July 1621, was candidate for a Regency there 17th Nov. 1625,
pres. by July 1627, and ord, and adm. between 19th Sept. and 12th Dec. following.
Having annoyed those who were against his settlement, he was beaten by some of his parish-
ioners 6th May 1637, but retired from the charge, and having been suspended, he peti-
tioned the Gen. Assembly, 21st Aug. 1639, that he might be restored, which being remitted
to a committee, they reported favourably, and recommended him to the first vacancy. He was
trans, to Alves in 1640–[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad, Maitland Miscell. ii.,
Baillie's Lett., Craufurd’s Univ., Presb., and Elgin Presb. Reg., Peterkin's Records, Reg. Old Dec.]
1639. THOMAS VESSIE, A.M., studied and graduated at the Univ. of St Andrews in 1616,
was on the Exercise at Glasgow, and got a testimonial 12th Nov. 1623, adm. in 1639, was a
member of the Commissions of Assembly 1646-1648, one of the Visitors of the College
of Edinburgh 31st July 1649, and died Aug. 1661, aged about 65, in 22d min. His librarie
was worth lx fi, the insicht, &c., lxii, Frie Geir, d. d, j'" iiij" lxvili, xvs. jū. He marr. Anna,
daugh. of Mr Will. Levingstone, min. of Lanark; 2dly, Margaret Wallace, who died 20th
|March 1655, and had a daugh. Margaret ; 3dly, Oct. 1657, Margaret, sister of Capt. Will.
Monteith, in the par. of Falkirk, who survived him, and had Isobel. Another daugh., Cath-
rine, died in 1676–Act. Rect. Univ. St And, Presb., Glasgow Presb., Falkirk Sess, and Test.
Reg. (Edin, Stirl, and Lanark) Acts of Ass., and Parl. vi.]
1663. GEORGE WILSONE, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of St An-
drews 26th July 1649, pres, by Walter Lord Torphichen in June, and ord, and coll, 21st July
1663. In 1677 two men were scourged for an assault committed on him. Refusing to take
the Test he was deprived in 1681–LPresb. Reg., Act. Rect. Univ. St And, Reg. Collat, Wod-
row's Hist.]
1682. WILLIAM BAIN, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh in 1674,
inst. 17th May 1682 ; he was outed by the rabble, deserted his charge April 1689, and died
6th Aug. 1702, in his 48th year. He marr. 14th Dec. 1686, Helen Butter of Edinburgh.--
[Edin. Grad, Presb., and Edin. Reg. (Marr., and Bur), M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.]
1689. ALEXANDER HASTIE, A.M., studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, and, while resident
in Dunfermline, he was called before the Privy Council 14th July 1670, for attending a con-
venticle at the hill of Beath, fined in v’ merks, loaded with irons, and imprisoned ; yet took
his degree 7th April 1675, was again imprisoned in 1680 on suspicion of being concerned in the
rebellion at Bothwell, liberated March following, and cited before the Privy Council 16th June
1681, when he was denounced and put to the horn. He went subsequently to Holland,
where he was probably ordained, and returned in 1687, called Sept., and adm. 12th Dec.
1689; was included in the Act of Parliament rescinding fines 4th July 1690, was a
member of the Gen. Assembly 1690, and trans, to Glasgow 8th April 1691–Jºeg. Lawr.
Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad, Presb., and Sym. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist. ii., iv., Acts Parl. ix., Deeds
Univ. Glasg., Reg. Gen. Ass, Edin. Chr. Inst. xxv.]
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1693. JoHN BONAR, A.M., son of John B., fifth laird of Kilgraston, born 16th Jan. 1671,
studied at St Leonard's College, and was graduated at the Univ. of St Andrews 25th June 1689,
licen, by the Presb. 15th June 1692, called 7th Aug. following, ord, 2d March 1693. He
refused to take the oath of abjuration in 1712, and was one of the twelve brethren who pre-
sented a representation and petition to the Gen. Assembly against an Act of the one preceding,
relating to the Marrow of Modern Divinity. Although fully persuaded in his own mind,
and holding the same sentiments, he appeared no farther in the case. He also maintained
similar sentiments on patronage with those who seceded, while he greatly disapproved of their
separating themselves from the Church. So anxious was he for the service of his Master,
that after being enfeebled by age from leading the devotions of his congregation, he got him-
self regularly carried to the church that he might join in the services of the sanctuary. He died
7th Aug. 1747, in his 77th year and 55th min. He was a fresh-coloured man, of middle
size, and affectionate address. He marr. Grisell daugh. of Gilbert Bennet, of Bath, near Cul-
ross ; 2dly, April 1735, Margaret Ewan, who survived him only five days, by whom he had
Margaret, John (min. of Fetlar), Margaret, William, Andrew, and Ebenezer.—Publications—
Sermon preached at Newhouse. Edin. 1719, sm. 8vo. Letters on the duty and advantage
of Religious Societies. Edin. 1743. Letters on the Revival at Cambuslang. (Edin. Chr.
Inst. i.)—[Presb., Sess., and Test. Reg., Bonar's Serm. ii., Brown's Gosp. Truth, Wew St. Acc. x.,
Fraser's Life of R. Erskine, Edin. Chr. Inst. xxx, and W. S. i., Macfarlan's Revivals, &c.]
1751. JAMES WATSON, licen, by the Presb. of Penpont 13th Feb. 1745, called by a majority
of twenty-four to two heritors, while a still greater number of heritors, four out of five elders,
and almost the whole heads of families signed a notarial call to another not upon the leet 28th
Jan. 1748; pres, by James Lord Torphichen 2d Feb. thereafter. The Presb. referred the
case to the Synod ; in the meantime a committee of their number met with the parishioners
27th Sept., “but all they could say was to no purpose ;” the Synod sustained the call, which
was affirmed by the Assembly 20th May 1749. His trials were then sustained, and ordina-
tion appointed. When met for that purpose, on the return of the edict 18th Oct., the
parishioners “acknowledged they had nothing to object against the life, conversation, or doc-
trine, but that Mr W. had not a voice equal to their congregation ;” and farther “that the
whole parish (a very few excepted) were utterly averse to submit to his ministry.” After
hearing parties the Presb. “seriously exhorted the people in opposition to fall in with Mr W.,
who in his tryals and by his recommendations had given great satisfaction to the Presb.” But
all in the opposition still declared “they could not submit to his ministry, in regard he had
accepted of a presentation without the consent and concurrence of almost the whole parish.”
In consequence the great majority of the Presb. delayed proceeding, and at next meeting ap-
pointed another committee to commune with the people, which they did 24th Jan. 1750,
without effect. From the continued delay of the Presb, the case was carried by appeal to the
Synod, and by them referred to the Assembly, who (19th May) appointed the settlement on
the second Thursday of Sept. At a meeting on the 22d Aug. little chance appeared of their
proceeding, and an appeal was again made to the Synod, who referred as before to the Supreme
Court, who, 15th May 1751, censured the Presb, for disobeying their authority, by a rebuke
from the Moderator (Mackie of St. Ninians), and of new enjoined the Presb, and in concurrence
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with them Messrs Logan and Jardine, Edinburgh ; Blair, Canongate ; Simson, Fala ; Robert-
son, Gladsmuir; Barclay, Morham ; Home, Athelstaneford ; Baird, Stobo ; Anderson, Manor;
Buchanan, Covington; Haldan, Glenholm ; Reid, Prestonkirk; Ridpath, Stitchel; Steel,
Dalserf, ministers;–and the Lord Provost (Drummond) of Edinburgh, Mr Jos. Williamson,
Mr Solicitor-General (Haldane), and Mr Dundas of Philipston, elders; five to be a quorum,
and of these three to be ministers; Mr Robertson to preach and preside, to meet on the 30th
inst., and the ordination was effected accordingly, though, from the evidence of Dr Pat. Mac-
Farlan, it appeared to have been made under the protection of a military force. It may be
noticed this was the last instance where a settlement was made in the Church by what was
termed a riding committee, and the first time that the future Principal, and leader of the
Church, appeared as a speaker in the Assembly. Mr W. was trans, to Mid-Calder 4th Sept.
1759.-[Presb. Reg., Acts of Ass., Rep. on Ch. Patronage 1834, Morren's Ann., Stewart's
Life of Robertson, Carlyle's Autob.]
1760. JAMES PATON, licen. by the Presb. of St. Andrews 10th May 1758, pres. by Walter,
Lord Torphichen in April, and ord, 25th Aug. 1760; died 31st Oct. 1796, in 82d age, and
37th min.—Publication—Account of the Parish, (Sinclair's St. Acc. iv.)—[Presb. Reg.]
1797. WILLIAM MEEK, son of M. of Fortisset, licen. by the Presb. of Hamilton 17th Nov.
1796, pres. by James Lord Torphichen in April, and ord, 31st Aug. 1797. Had D.D. from
the Univ. of Glasgow 10th June 1802; trans, to Hamilton 17th Oct. 1821—[Presb., and
Syn. Reg.
1822. ANDREW BELL, son of Mr John B. farmer at Tarvit, Fife, studied at the Univ. of St.
Andrews, licen. by the Presb. 31st Dec. 1817, pres. by James Lord Torphichen in Nov. 1821,
ord. 28th March 1822; trans, to Linlithgow 25th April 1827.-[Presb. Reg.]
1827. JAMES SCOTT, licen. by the Presb. of Lochmaben, pres, by James Lord Torphichen in
Aug., and ord, 27th Sept. 1827; trans, to Dalmeny 20th Aug. 1829.-[Presb. Reg.]
1830. ANDREW KING, A.M., pres. by James Lord Torphichen in Oct. 1829, ord, 29th
April 1830 ; trans, to St. Stephen's Glasgow, 5th Feb. 1836.-[Presb. Reg.]
1836. WILLIAM MAXWELL HETHERINGTON, A.M., a native of Dumfries-sh., and bred a garde-
ner, studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 30th March 1826, licen, by the
Presb. 27th Oct. 1830, pres. by James Lord Torphichen , and ord. 28th April 1836; join-
ing in the Free Secession and signing the deed of Demission he was declared no longer a min. of the
Church, 27th June 1843. He was admitted to the Fr. Ch. St. Andrews 21st Feb. 1844, and
had LL.D. from an American College same year; was adm. to Fr. St. Paul’s, Edinburgh, in
1848 ; had D.D. conferred in 1855; was adm. Professor of Exegetical Theology in the Fr.
College, Glasgow 29th Oct. 1857; and died 23d May 1865, in 30th min. He marr. 1st
June 1836, Jessie, daugh. of the Rev. Dr. Meek, Hamilton.—Publications—Twelve Dramatic
Sketches, Edin., 1829, 12mo. The Fulness of Time, Lond, 1834, 8vo. The Minister's
Family, Edin., 1838, fep. 8vo. Thoughts on the connection between Church and State, Edin.,
1840, 8vo. History of the Church of Scotland, Edin., 8vo. The History of the Westminster
Assembly. The History of Rome, 1849. The Harmony existing between Christianity and
true Science. The Anti-Christian System. National Education in Scotland. Poems on
Various Subjects, Edin., 1851. Sq. 8vo. Toleration, or the Principles of Religious Liberty,
|UPHALL. s 205
Edin., 1854, fep. 8vo. Account of the Parish, (New St. Acc. ii.) Lecture V. (on the Social
Condition of the People), and XI. (to Young Men, ii.) He also edited the Free Church
Magazine. Authoritative Exposition of the Principles of the Free Church. Practical
Works of the Rev. John Willison, Glasg., large 8vo.—[Edin. Grad., Presb. Reg., &c.]
STRATHBROCK, Now UPHALL.
The Church was dedicated to St. Nicolas, and was a prebend belonging to the Provostry of Kirkheugh.
It was removed and the name changed to UPHALL, in the Seventeenth century.
1562. MICHAEL SMITH. The Gen. Assembly 30th June ordained the Superintendent of
Lothian to summon him to purge himself of certain crimes laid and to be laid to his charge.—
[Booke of the Kirk, Keith's Hist.]
1570. THOMAS Dowgi,As, entered at Beltyn with a stipend of lxii; trans. to Dalkeith about
1573.−|Reg. Min., Colleg. Ch. Mid. Lothian.]
1585. THOMAS Mowbray, deprived 8th Oct. 1590–LReg. Assig, Edin. Presb. Reg.]
1590. PATRICK SOHAIRPE, A.M., son of Mr John S., one of the original students in the
Univ. of Edinburgh, and attained his degree at the first graduation 9th Aug. 1587 ; he built
the manse, and continued in 1597. He marr. Jean Gudlad, who afterwards marr. his successor.
—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, Edin. Grad, Reg. Assig, Edin., and Stirl. Presb. Reg.]
1598. ALEXANDER KEYTH, or KEITH, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the same
Univ. 28th July 1596, adm. 19th Sept. 1598; one of those adhering to the protestation for
the liberties of the Kirk 27th June 1617; insinuations of intemperance were made against
him, but he continued in 1633. He marr. Jean Gudlad, widow of the preceding, and had
Robert, Alexander, and Jean.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad., Reg. Assig., Presb., Edin.
Presb., Syn., and Sess. Reg., Booke of the Kirk, Orig. Lett. ii., Calderwood's Hist, Morrison's
Dec. xvii.]
1639. ALEXANDER KEITH, A.M., son of the preceding, studied and acquired his degree
at the Univ. of Edinburgh 26th July 1634, adm. previous to 16th Aug. 1639; deposed by
the Gen. Assembly 21st July 1649. According to appointment he gave up the things be-
longing to the church to the Presb. Clerk 3d Oct. following. Having “expressed his greif for
particular failing in the sentence of deposition,” he was reponed by the Synod 8th May 1656;
he had £100 ster, allowed by Parliament 12th July 1661, on account of his sufferings. He
marr. 19th May 1640, Margaret, daugh. to James Monteath of Kersebank, and had Katharine,
Lues, Jean, and Margaret; 2dly Jan. 1654.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Presb., Syn., Sess.,
and Falkirk Sess. Reg., Peterkin's Records, Acts of Ass. and Parl. vii.]
1655. WILLIAM DEWOATs, or DUGUID, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of
Edinburgh 30th July 1646. Had intruded himself 27th March 1655, “over the bellie of the
people,” without any call, or legal admission.—[Edin. Grad, Presb. (Protesting) Reg.
1659. JoHN MoUBRAY, A.M., likewise studied, and was graduated, at the Univ. of Edin-
burgh 15th April 1645, licen, by the Presb. of Haddington 30th Nov. 1653, became chaplain
to the laird of Kirkhill, called 7th March and 30th June 1658, ord, and adm. 9th Nov. 1659;
coll. 10th Oct. 1662; outed by a rabble before 13th April 1689, voluntarily demitted 6th
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Aug. 1690, which the Presb.accepted, lived peaceably after, went to England and obtained a
living. He marr. 20th Feb. 1662, and had Helen and Margaret, twins, John, William,
Catherine, and Elizabeth, [Presb., and Sess. Reg., Reg. Collat., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689, Rule's
Sec. [Vindication.] -
1690. GEORGE BARCLAY, trans. fr. Gargunnock, called 10th Aug. and adm. 30th Sept., was
a member of the Assemblies 1690, 1692, and died 29th July 1714. He left j" merks to the
poor; and on the settlement of his colleague gave up the whole stipend.—[Presb., and Sess.
Reg., Reg. Gen. Ass., Peterkin's Constitution of the Church, Wodrow’s Anal. i., and Corresp. i.]
1706. JoHN WILKIE, A.M., studied and had his degree from the Univ. of Edinburgh in
1699, licen, by the Presb. 20th June 1705, called to be colleague 10th April, and ord.
28th Aug. 1706; pres, to Currie April 1718, but it was not insisted on. He died 28th
May 1762, in 56th min. He marr, Euphan Skein, and had Charles, min. of Ecclesmachan.
—Publication—Sermon preached at Mid Calder Edin. 1720, 12mo, [Edin. Grad., Presb.,
Syn., and Abercorn Sess. Reg., Law's Mem. (Pref)] .
1763. WILLIAM GIB, trans. fr. Kilmany, pres, by Henry David Earl of Buchan in Dec.
1762, adm. 27th Oct. 1763; died 3d Dec. 1795, aged 62, in 35th min. He marr, ten days
before his death Elizabeth Rintoul of Middleton, who died 14th May 1809.—[Presb. Reg.,
Scots Mag. lvii.]
1796. DAVID URE, A.M., son of a weaver in Glasgow, educated in the same trade, but an
insatiable thirst pressed him to acquire classical learning at the grammar School, and go
through a literary course at the Univ. of his native city, where he took his degree, and
secured the favourable notice of Dr Moor, Professor of Greek. While attending the Divinity
Hall he assisted the schoolmaster of Stewarton, and subsequently taught a subscription school
near Dunbarton. Being licen, by the Presb. of Glasgow 11th June 1783, he became assist. to the
Rev. David Connel, min. of Kilbride, with only ten pounds a-year, and his maintenance. Dis-
appointed of the succession by female intrigue, he assisted a min, at Newcastle, till he became
known to Sir John Sinclair, by whom he was employed in drawing up agricultural Surveys of
Dunbarton, Kinross, and Roxburgh, superintending the publication of the last volumes, and
making up the general indices of the Statistical Account, and supplying those of various
parishes. Appreciating his meritorious endeavours David Steuart, Earl of Buchan, pres, him,
Dec. 1795, and he was ord. 14th July 1796; but died of dropsy 28th March 1798, in 26
min. Blessed with a strong and vigorous mind, which adversity could neither subdue, nor
prosperity elate, he persevered in the objects, whether of classical or scientific research, with
unconquerable ardour. He travelled always as a pedestrian, with bread and cheese in his
pocket, and quenching his thirst at the limpid spring. In the pocket of his great coat he secured
such minerals or other curiosities as attracted his notice, had a tin-box for preserving curious
plants, a stout stick, armed with steel, which occasionally served as a spade or pick-axe ; a
few small chisels, and other tools; a blow-pipe, with its appurtenances ; a small liquid
chemical apparatus; optical instruments, &c., so that others sometimes called him a walking-
shop, or laboratory. Seemingly indifferent to all weathers, heat or cold, wet or dry, a
patient observer, and an accurate describer of nature, while his kindness to an aged and
widowed mother, from very slender means, bespoke the warmth of his affection, and the
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goodness of his heart.—Publications—History of Rutherglen and East Kilbride, Glasg,
1793, 8vo; Accounts of East Kilbride, of Rutherglen, and of Killearn (Sinclair's St. Acc.
iii., ix., xvi).-[Presb. Reg., Scots Mag. lxx.
1798. JoHN FERGUSON, schoolmaster of Inverary, licen, by that Presb. 19th Sept. 1785,
and ord, by them as chaplain to the 74th Foot 19th Feb. 1788, pres. by David Steuart,
Earl of Buchan, Aug., and adm. 28th Sept. 1798; died 14th Dec. 1835, in 77th age, and
48th min. He marr. Enea Fisher, who died 1st Dec. 1858, in her 88th year, and had Angus,
Duncan, William, John, his successor in the benefice, Archibald, Jessie, and Lilias.-[Presb.,
and Syn. Reg., &c.]
1824. JoHN FERGUSON, jun., son of the preceding, studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, licen.
by the Presb., 24th Sept. 1823, pres. by David Steuart, Earl of Buchan, to be assist, and suc.
Dec. following, ord. 29th April 1824; deposed 19th June 1838 for immorality, went to Aus-
tralia, where he engaged himself in agriculture.—|Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.] -
WHITBURN,
The Church was opened 21st Oct. 1718. It was disjoined from Livingston, and erected by the Lords
Commissioners of Teinds, 23d June 1731.
*>
1732. ALEXANDER WARDROBE, trans. fr. Muckhart, pres. by Sir James Cunninghame of
Milncraig in 1731, adm. 2d March 1732; died 13th June 1759, in his 66th year and 35th
min. In the earlier part of his ministry here, multitudes, for twenty miles round, attended
his ordinary ministrations, as well as on sacramental occasions. His preaching was clear, evan-
gelical, and useful. He marr. Julia, eldest daugh. of Mr Sam. Telfer, min. of Kirkintilloch ;
she died 8th July 1785.-Presb. Reg., Brown's Gosp. Truth.] -
1760. WILLIAM PORTEOUs, son of Mr James P., min. of Monivaird, licen. by the Presb. of
Auchterarder, 13th Sept. 1757, pres, by Lady Mary Cunninghame, Nov. 1759, ord, 10th
June 1760 ; trans, to Glasgow (Wynd Ch.), 27th April 1770.-Presb. Reg., Connell's Par.
Law, New St. Acc. ii.]
1771. WILLIAM BARRON, trans. fr. Wamphray, pres. by Sir William Cunninghame of
Livingstone in Oct. 1770, adm. 27th April thereafter. Declared vacant, by, his having been
adm. Professor of Logic in the Univ. of St. Andrews, 2d Dec. 1778.-[Presb. Reg.]
1779. JAMES SOMERVILLE, a native of Carnwath, became tutor in the family of Gillon of
Wallhouse, licen, by the Presb. of Edinburgh, 25th March 1772, had offers of a meeting-house
in Sheffield, and also of a parochial charge, but accepted a collegiate charge to the Scottish
Church, Rotterdam, to which he was ordained by the Presb. of Edinburgh, 10th May 1775;
pres. by Sir William Augustus Cunninghame in June, and adm. 18th Nov. 1779; trans, to
Stirling 2d charge, 12th Aug. 1789–LSermons, Presb. Reg., Steven's Scottish Ch. Rotterd.]
1790. JAMES RHIND, licen. by the Presb. of Dunbar, 4th Oct. 1786, pres, by Sir Will. A.
Cunninghame in Feb., and ord, 9th Sept. 1790 ; died 26th Aug. 1808, in 18th min. He marr.
1st Nov. 1793, Helen Burn, who died 25th June 1847. Their eldest daugh. Janet, marr.
John S. Cunningham, Esq., Inspector of branches, afterwards Manager of the Commercial
Bank of Scotland.—[Presb, and Syn. Reg., &c.]
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208 PRESBYTERY OF LINLITHGOW.
1809. JAMES WATSON, trans. fr. South Ronaldsay, pres, by Tho. Gordon, Esq. in Dec. 1808,
adm. 13th July following ; died while attending the Gen. Assembly at Edinburgh, in which
he had spoken that day, 28th May 1823, in 38th min.—Publication—Sermon after the death
of the Hon. William Baillie of Polkemmet, Edin. 1816, 8vo.—[Presb., and Syn. Reg.]
1824. GRAHAM MITCHELL, A.M., son of Mr Alex. M., examiner of Excise, educated at the
High School and Univ. of Edinburgh, where he took his degree, 19th April 1822, licen. by the
Presb. of Haddington, 1st July following (having been one of the assistant accountants in
the General Excise Office, from 8th Jan. 1813, till his ordination) pres. by Sir William
Baillie of Polkemmet, Bart, in Oct. 1823, ord, 15th April 1824. Had LL.D. conferred by the
Univ. of Glasgow, 17th April 1848. He marr. 2d April 1848, Grace, daugh. of the Rev. Mr
Webster, she died 12th June 1864.—Publications—The Young Man's Guide against Infi-
delity. Edin. 1848, fep. 8vo. Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. ii.)—[Edin. Grad., Presb.,
and Syn. Reg., Steven's High School, &c.]
(Name of the Parish Unknown.)
1589. ROBERT CoIUIEL, one of the Commissioners appointed by the Secret Council for the
maintenance of true religion within the Sheriffdom of Linlithgow. He was at Culross in
1593.−|Booke of the Kirk.]
1683. WILLIAM BELLIE, 30th Dec.—[Kettin's Sess. Reg.]
SUCCESSION OF MINISTERS SINCE JUNE 1839.
Page. - -
162. Linlithgow, 1862. Donald M*Leod.
166. Abercorn, 1843. David Playfair, A.B.
169. Bathgate, 1843. James George Wood.
- - 1845. John Byers.
1861. George Cook, A.M.
Q. S. 1839. John Reid.
176. Calder Mid, 1843. William Walker.
180. Carriden, 1861. Edward Smith.
183. Dalmeny, 1844. Robert Hugh Muir.
189. Falkirk, 1840. William Begg.
Q. S. 1839. Thomas Gordon.
Camelon, g. s. 1841. William Branks, A.M.
1849. John Oswald.
191. Kirkliston, 1865. John R. Liddell.
193. Livingston, 1842. John Laing. -
1844. John Gardner.
196. Queensferry, , 1855. William Lockhart, A.M.
1861. Thomas Andrews.
200. Slamannan, 1856. Robert Stevenson Horne.
205. Torphichen, 1843. William Branks, A.M.
207. Uphall, 1839. George Boag.
1863. William Johnston.
BIGGAR. 209
PRESBYTERY OF BIGGAR,
Proposed to be erected by the Gen. Assembly, 1581, not being carried into effect, however, it was dis-
joined from those of Lanark and Peebles, and erected by the Gen. Assembly 12th Aug. 1643, and 3d
June 1644. It was not acknowledged under Episcopacy, the different parishes being subject to their
former judicatories during the period of its existence. The Records begin 26th July 1644, and consist of
twelve volumes. The only chasms being from 30th Oct. 1650, to 10th April 1660, and from 16th Jan.
1662, to 18th May 1692.
BIGGAR.
The church was dedicated to St. Mary in 1545, and made collegiate by Malcom Lord Fleming 16th Jan.
same year.
1574. NINIAN HALL, trans. from Invergowrie ; Lamyngtoun, Hartside, Culter, Kilbocho, and
Symontoun were also under his care, he had for stipend j xiiij li. xiijs. iiijd, beside the
kirk-lands.-LFeg. Assig., Wodrow Miscell.] -
1576. WALTER HALDEN, pres, to Carstairs by James VI. 21st Feb. 1574, but a complaint
that he awaited not on the cure, was exhibited to the Assembly, Aug. 1575 ; in 1576 the
charge was similar to the former, with the exception of Kilbucho ; continued in 1586, and
was trans, to Wiston.--|Reg. Pres., and Assig, Booke of the Kirk, Test. Reg.]
1586. ALEXANDER SPITTAL, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St.
Andrews, 26th Nov. 1586, on the exercise at Edinburgh, 3d Dec. 1586, adm. same year ;
trans, to Libberton in 1590–Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Reg. Assig, Edin. Presb. Reg.]
1599. THOMAS CAMPBELL, A.M., trans. fr. Culter ; he gave xx. merks towards erecting the
Librarie in the Univ. of Glasgow, in 1632, ; and died between 6th May 1646 and 24th April
1655, leaving a son Mr Thomas, at Snafield in England, who was served heir, of the latter
date—[Reg. Assig, Presb., Syn., and Test. Reg. (Lan), Ing. Ret. Gen. 4011, Hunter's Biggar.]
1647. ALEXANDER LEVINGSTOUNE, A.M., trans. fr. Carmichael, pres, by John Earl of
Wigton, in Jan., and adm. 3d Feb. ; was a member of the Commissions of Assembly 1647,
1648; with most of his co-presbyters he joined the Protesters in 1651, was nominated by the
Protector one of those in the provinces of Lothian, Merse, and Teviotdale, for visiting the
Universities, and authorising godly and able men to enjoy their livings, 17th Oct. 1655; sus-
pended May 1661, for joining the Protesters; called before the Priv. Council 23d July, con-
fined in Edinburgh, and ordained to wait on Alex. Archbishop of Glasgow, and give him
satisfaction as to his behaviour and carriage. He was also appointed by the Dioc. Synod, 2d
April 1664, to appear before a committee of their number, and answer for his non-conformity.
Helen Ramsay, widow, died June 1692.-[Presb., Lanark, and Syn. (Jedburgh Presb), Edin.
(Bur.), and Test. Reg. (Lan.), Acts of Ass., and Parl. vii., Wodrow’s Hist, Nicolſ's Diary.]
1665. RICHARD Brown, A.M., trans. fr. Blantyre ; trans, to Dumfries, Aug. 1685.-[Presb.,
and Test. Reg. (Lanark)] -
1685. JoHN REID, A.M., trans. fr. Walston, inst. 23d Dec. 1685 ; continued 2d May
210 PRESBYTERY OF BIGGAR. - *
1688, but was soon after outed by the rabble. He marr.
Helen.—[Presb.; and Walston Sess. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.
1692. WILLIAM JACK, formerly min. at Clapham, in England, called Dec. 1691, adm. 28th
April following; trans, to Kelso, 26th Dec. 1694.—[S. Leith Sess, and Presb. Reg.]
1696. ROBERT LIVINGSTONE, A.M., trans. fr. Libberton and Quothquan, called 29th Oct.
1695, adm. 8th April thereafter ; died 10th May 1733, aged about 82, in 44th min—[Presb.,
and Syn. Reg., Wodrow’s Anal. iii.]
1732. ROBERT JACK, A.M., studied at St. Salvator's College, and attained his degree at the
Univ. of St. Andrews 3d May 1721, licen, by the Presb. of Tain 13th March 1728, called
30th Aug, and ord, (colleague and succ) 27th Oct. 1732; trans, to Carnwath, 27th April
1749–Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb. Reg.]
|WILLIAM HAIG, licenced by the Presb. of Stirling, 18th July 1736, presented by the
Trustees for the estate of Wigton, 28th and 30th Nov. 1749, called 10th April 1751, objections
were stated that there was no concurrence by any resident parishioner, save one, on which the
Assembly, 18th May, found “that in the present circumstances they could not proceed to the
settlement.” It being alleged that “his voice and constitution were too weak for that audi-
ence and charge,” the Commission, 22d Nov. 1752, appointed a committee of their number to
join with the Presb. in taking proof of these objections. Their report was laid before the
Assembly, 29th May 1753, and delayed till the Commission in Nov., when the settlement was
appointed on the 22d. Protests were taken by the Presb., and a dissent by eleven min. But
31st May 1754, being that appointed for judging of the complaint, it was stated “there was a
prospect of having all difficulties removed that stood in the way of a peaceable settlement,”
which were terminated to the satisfaction of all concerned, by Mr H. being appointed to the
chaplaincy of Edinburgh |Castle, 13th Sept., and ord. 18th Dec. following ; where he died
19th Oct. 1761, in 7th min.—Hunter's Biggar, Presb. Reg., Scots. Mag. xiv.-xvi.]
1754. JoHN JOHNSTON, A.M., prom. fr. Edinburgh Castle, pres. by the Trustees for the
estate of Wigton, in June, and adm. 26th Sept. ; died 15th Oct. 1778, in 28th min. He marr.
8th Aug. 1755, Elizabeth, daugh. of Capt. Dan. Vere, son of V. of Stonebyres, she died at
Edinburgh 26th Oct. 1805, and had a numerous family.—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Scots Mag.
xvi., Morren's Ann., Lindsay's Lives ii., &c.
1780. RoPERT PEARSON, pres, by Lady Clementina Fleming, and Charles, Lord Elphinstone,
her husband in March 1779. Though no objections were made to his settlement, yet as no sig-
natures had been tendered at the moderation of the call, while concurrence had been made by
four-fifths of the whole heritors, and several heads of families, it was referred by the Presb. to
the Assembly, who 30th May 1780, appointed it by a majority of 85 to 77. On which he
was ord. 28th Sept. following, under protection of the military, two members of Presb. declin-
ing to join in it, one of whom having been appointed to preside, the Rev. James Steele, min.
of Cockpen officiated in his room. Mr. P. died a bachelor, 1st Aug. 1787, in 7th min.—
[Hunter's Biggar, Presb. Reg., Scots Mag. xlii., &c.]
1787. WILLIAM WATSON, studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, licen, by the Presb. 29th Aug.
1775, pres, by Lady Clementina Fleming, Dowager of Elphinstone, 20th Aug., and ord, 23d
Nov. 1787; died 31st Oct. 1822, in his 73d year, and 35th min. He marr. 7th March 1788,
Inglis, and had a daugh.
BROUGHTON. 211
Janet, daugh. of Rev. Will. Forrester, min, of Carstairs, she died 22d March 1804, aged 48,
and had Thomas, min. of Covington, and Janet, wife of Walter Somerville, Esq., surgeon,
Carnwath.-Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. i.)—[Innes's Mem. of
Thomson, Presb. Reg., &c.] w -
1823. JoHN CHRISTISON, A.M., son of Mr. James C., in the employ of the Hon. Chas.
Fleming at Cumbernauld house, and nephew to Professor Christison, of the Hum. chair, Edin-
burgh, where he studied and was laureated 1st April 1819, licen. by the Presb. of Chirnside
24th April 1823, pres. by Vice-Admiral the Hon. Chas. Fleming in April, and ord. 18th Sept.
same year; elected clerk to the Presb. in 1839, to the Synod 14th Nov. 1843. He marr. 3d
April 1827, Ramsay H., daugh. of Mr. Maclellan, merchant, Kirkcudbright, she died 18th
June 1861, and had a family.—Publication—Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. vi.)—
[Edin. Grad, Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.]
BROUGHTON,
the Church was dedicated to St. Maurice, and Glenholm and Kilbucho were annexed to it by the Court
of Teinds, 28th May 1794.
1576. WALTER TUEDY, exhorter at B. and Dawyk in 1567, Reader at Glenquhome and B.
in 1574; Kilbucho was also under his charge. Continued in 1591–LReg. Min., and Assig,
Wodrow’s Miscell, Test. Reg.]
1593. JoHN MAKCULLO, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 12th
Aug. 1592, adm. 28th May 1594; but 2d April 1595 he “can find na sufficient provision.”—
[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, Edin. Grad., Reg. Assig, Edin. Presb. Reg.]
1603. ARCHIBALD TAIVINGSTONE, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St.
Andrews in 1602, adm. 24th Nov. 1603, application was made in his behalf for Drummelzier
the same year; trans, to Athelstaneford in 1607–Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb. Reg.]
1608. JoHN BENNET, younger, A.M., son of Mr. John B., min. of Heriot, studied and took
his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 27th July 1605; trans, to Kirkurd in 1616.-[Reg.
Lawr. Univ. Edin, and Assig., Edin. Grad.]
1616. JoHN DOWGLAs, A.M., trans. fr. Kilbucho ; died between 24th Oct. and 21st Nov.
same year—Presb. Reg.]
1617. JAMES DICKESONE, continued 2d Aug. 1627; died before 21st Aug. 1644, Katharine
Wentone, relict.— Presb. Reg.] -
1644. ROBERT BROWN, called —, adm. and inst. 26th Aug., and coll. Oct. ; trans. to
Lyne and Megget. 2d Nov. 1659.-[Presb. Reg., Peterkin's Records.]
1661. ROBERT ELIOT, A.M., son of Mr. Robert E., min. of Linton, studied and graduated
at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 1st Aug. 1651, pres. by John Earl of Wigton, 5th Nov., and adm.
3d Dec. 1661, deprived by the Act of Parliament 11th June, and of Priv. Council 1st Oct.
1662; resided subsequently at Gullan.—[Edin. Grad, Presb, and Linton Sess. Reg.]
1668. GEORGE SETONE, A.M., studied at the Univ. and King's College Aberdeen, where he
took his degree 20th July 1665, licen. by George Bishop of Edinburgh, 2d Feb. 1667, pres.
212 PRESBYTERY OF BIGGAR.
by John Earl of Wigton, Sept. thereafter, coll—and adm, 12th March 1668 ; trans, to Fyvie
in 1672–IFasti Aberd, Reg. Collat., Peebles Presb., and Linton Sess. Reg.]
1673. JAMES SIMSON, passing trials he was recommended for licence by the Presb. of Glas-
gow 20th Nov. 1672, inst. 8th May following; trans, to Drummelzier in 1683.−|Peebles
Presb., and Edin. Reg. (Marr)] - -
1684. ALAN JOHNSTONE, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh
in 1672. Helper to Mr. Will. Davidson, min. of Birsay, at whose solicitation he was ord, a
Deacon 8th March 1683, and to whom Mr. William was indebted for his assistance in Nov. 1680,
ij" ii., and for securing him in his house at Edinburgh, lxxx. ii., admitted in 1684; trans.
to Carstairs in 1685–LEdin. Grad, Peebles, and Orkney Presb., and Test. Reg. (Orkney, and
St. And).]
1686. WILLIAM SyMSON, A.M., studied and graduated at the Univ. and King's College
Aberdeen July 1673, formerly a Deacon, inst. 7th Jan. 1686; deposed for charming; but
was officiating as a min. at Montrose in Dec. 1709.-LFasti Aberd, Presb., and Test. Reg.
(Brech.), MS. Acc. of Min. 1689.] -
1690. RoPERT ELIOT, A.M., above mentioned, returned in consequence of the Act of Par-
liament 25th April 1690, restoring the Presbyterian ministers; but was trans, to Linton 20th
May following.—[Presb. Reg.]
1697. JoHN BELL, A.M., son of a merchant in Glasgow, born 2d Feb. 1676, studied and
had a bursary at the University there 5th Nov. 1694, licen, by the Presb. 13th May 1697,
called 23d July, and ord. 24th Sept. same year; trans, to Gladsmuir 30th July 1701—
[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb. Reg., Wodrow MSS. lxxxii.]
1702. THOMAS SIMSON, schoolmaster at Dolphinton, and afterwards at Biggar, licen. by the
Presb. 21st Aug. 1701, called 25th Feb., and ord, 12th May thereafter ; died 11th Sept. 1732,
in 56th age and 31st min. He marr. June 1705, Margaret, daugh. of Mr. Will. Oliphant, of
Cultershaws.—[Presb., and Edin. Reg. (Marr.), Tombst.] -
1735. ANDREW RICHARDSON, son of Mr. R., farmer, Blackdykes, East Lothian, licen. by
the Presb. of Dunbar 23 Jan. 1734, pres. by John Earl of Wigton in Oct. following, ord. 5th
March 1735; trans. to Inverkeithing 30th May 1751–LPresb. Reg.]
1754. ANDREW PLUMMER, licen, by the Presb. of Peebles 11th Jan. 1738, pres to Manor
in 1739, but the Presb. could not proceed to the settlement, which was affirmed by the
Gen. Assembly 13th May 1742, pres, by William Earl of March and Ruglen Dec. 1752, ord,
10th May 1754; died unmarr. 10th Oct. 1768, in 59th age and 15th min.—[Presb. Reg.,
Acts of Ass., Tombst, Morren's Ann. i.] - -
1769. THOMAS GRAY, licen. by the Presb. of Selkirk 12th May 1761, pres, by Will. Earl
of March and Ruglen Feb., and ord, 10th Aug. 1769, declared min. of Glenholm, now united,
13th July 1802; and died 14th April 1810, in his 77th year and 41st min. He marr. 25th
Aug. 1772, Helen Muckle, who died at Leith 28th Dec. 1811, aged 59, and had Robert of
Carwood, and four daugh, Jean, who marr. Rev. J. Gardner, Tweedsmuir ; Helen, the Rev. A.
Telfer, Johnstone; Beatrix, Mr. John Jackson, merchant, Leith ; and Mary, J ames Usher, Esq.,
writer, Edinburgh.-Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. vii.)—[Presb.
Reg., Tombst, &c.]
BROUGHTON. 213
1810. WILLIAM PORTEOUs, min. of Kilbucho, succeeded in terms of the Decreet of annexa-
tion in 1810; and died 31st May 1813, in 68th age and 28th min., leaving £100 to be
applied to charitable uses in the Parish.-Publication—Account of Kilbucho (Sinclair's St.
Acc. iv.)—[Presb. Reg., Tombst., Wew St. Acc. iii., &c.] - * r
1813. HAMILTON PAUL, born on the banks of the Girvan, 10th April 1773, educated at
the par. school of Dailly, studied at the Univ. of Glasgow, where he was the college friend and
companion of Campbell the Poet, and like him gained a prize at College, both became tutors
to families in Argyllsh., officiated as preceptor in five different families, and was licen. by the
Presb. of Ayr 16th July 1800, became assist. to the Rev. Dr. Shaw of Coylton, and also
successively to the min. of five other parishes ; was partner in a printing establishment at Ayr,
and for three years edited the “Air Advertiser.” While resident there, he is said to have
been “a member of every literary circle, connected with every club, chaplain to every society,
a speaker at every meeting, the poet of every curious occurrence, and the welcome guest at
every table.” Pres. by Rich. Alex. Oswald, Esq., younger of Auchincruive, 8th Sept., and
ord. 30th Dec. 1813; died unmarr. 28th Feb. 1854, in his 81st year and 41 min. “His
pulpit ministrations were not of that kind calculated to attract the million. His manner,
however, was calm and unimpassioned ; his composition chaste and elegant, often abounding
with touches of great beauty. His sermons exhibited extensive learning, and singular ori-
ginality of thought ; but his eccentric genius led him to express opinions, and support, them by
illustrations which, though abstractedly correct, verged upon the ludicrous, and weakened the
general effect of his discourse. From the acceptability of his private services, and the warmth
and kindliness of his dispositions, he retained throughout his incumbency the respect and
affection of his parishioners. In private society he was universally beloved. In company he
was alike kind, affable, and unostentatious. As a companion he was most engaging, and the
best story-teller of his day. His power of humour was unbounded,—he had a joke for every
occasion, and a bon-mot for every adventure. Had he chosen to be satiric none had more
eminent power, but he rather delighted in blending the complimentary with the pungent, and
lessened the keenness of censure by the good humour of its utterance. His anecdotes are
familiar over a wide district, and many of his sayings have become proverbial. Few in his
position enjoyed a more extensive acquaintance. Hospitable, kind, and charitable to a fault,
he was the friend alike of the rich and the poor ; while the ease of his manner, the variety
and extent of his information, the readiness and point of his wit, attracted men of taste and
learning from different quarters.”—Publications—First and Second Epistles to the Female
Students of Natural Philosophy in Anderson's Institution, Glasg., 1800, 8vo. Friendship
Exemplified, a Sermon, Air, 1803, 8vo. Vaccination, or Beauty preserved, a Poem, Air, 1805,
8vo. Poems and Songs of Burns, with Life, Panegyrical Ode, &c., Air, 1819, 12mo. A Fore-
taste of Pleasant Things, Air, 1820, 12mo. Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. iii.)
Lines to the Memory of the Rev. Dr. Dalrymple. (Crawford's Fun. Discourse), Songs, Helen
Gray, and the Bonnie Lass of Barr. (Roger's Mod. Scott. Minstrel i) But his writings in
every kind of subject, both in poetry and prose, each the work of a sitting, or uttered on the
moment, are scattered over magazines, reviews, and newspapers, for about sixty years, and
exhibit great versatility of talent and versification, while they have attracted wide and warm
admiration.—[Presb. Reg, M'Kay's Hist, of Kilmarnock, Roger's Scott. Mºnstrel i, 40.]
214 PRESBYTERY OF BIGGAR.
GILENEHOLM.
The Church was dedicated to St Cuthbert, the parsonage of “quhilk was a canonry within the Chapel
Royal of Streviling,” united to Broughton by the Commissioners of Tiends, 28th May 1794, and suppressed
13th July 1802.
1571. JAMES STEwART, pres. by James VI. 3d Aug.—[Reg., Presb.]
1592. JoHN HEPBURNE, A.M., one of the original students at the Univ. of Edinburgh, who
attained his degree at the first laureation under Principal Rollock, pres, by , adm. 21st
April, coll, 9th and adm. before 12th May ; trans, to Merton.—Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin.,
Edin. Grad, and Presb. Reg.]
1599. ALEXANDER FLEMYNG, pres, by John Lord Fleming in June, and adm. 27th July;
continued in 1608, and was probably trans, to Dalgarno.—[Reg. Assig., Peebles Presb. Reg.]
1614. JoHN YoUNG, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 27th July
1605; continued 1st Aug. 1632, when he gave xii. toward building the Librarie in the Univ.
of Glasgow.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., and Assig., Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg., Mun. Univ.
Glasg. iii.]
1636. Robert Johnstoun, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow
in 1620; he gave xx fi, toward building the Librarie of the Univ. of Glasgow in 1636. He
was not in the charge, however, 5th Aug. 1641–LMun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Peebles Presb. Reg.]
1644. WILLIAM DICKSON ; continued in 1662.- Syn. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist.]
1679. WILLIAM SELKRIGG, A.M., trans. from Roberton. Having read the Proclamation
of the Estates, and prayed for their majesties William and Mary, he was threatened by some
of the meanest of the people to remove from his dwelling, for which a fortnight was granted,
while others put another lock on the church-door to keep him out. He demitted, however,
which was accepted, 7th Oct. 1690, and was received into communion by the Gen. Assembly
29th Jan. 1692, he “never” having been “an enemy or persecutor of any, but ready to do
them favours which caused” his being “ill-looked upon by the Episcopal party, and complained
upon because” he “went not to that excess of severity which at that time was run unto.”
He was afterwards settled at Falkland.-Lanark Presb. Reg., Reg. Gen. Ass., M.S. Acc. of
Min. 1689.] - - -
1696. ROBERT HoRSBURGH, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh
28th June 1690, called 24th June, and ord. 24th Sept. 1696; trans, to Prestonpans in March
1702.-[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad, Presb., Reg.]
1703. SIMON KELLIE, trans. fr. Walston, called 12th Nov. 1702, adm. 9th April thereafter ;
died 27th Dec. 1748, in 49th min. Jean Wardrope, widow, died 28th Sept. 1768 ; a son
John, merchant, Glasgow, died abroad, and he had a daughter married—[Presb., Syn., and
Test. Reg., Tombst, New St. Acc. vi.]
1749. BERNARD HALDAN, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh
14th April 1743, licen, by the Presb, there 30th Sept. 1747, pres, by Will. Earl of March and
Ruglen 17th April, and ord, 27th Oct. 1749; demitted 5th, which was accepted 8th June
1802, after discharging the duties of his ministry with zeal and fidelity. He died at his son's
KILBUCHO. 215
4th July 1805, in 56th min, having marr. and had a son, Andrew, min. of Dreghorn—Pub-
lications—The Foundations of Religion and Morality, a sermon, Edin. 1756, 8vo; Account
of the Parish, Sinclair's St. Acc. iv.–LReg. Laur. Univ. Edin, Presb., and Syn. Reg.,
Tombst, &c.]
ECILBUCHO.
The church was dedicated to St Begha. Previous to the Reformation it belonged to the College Church
of Dalkeith. It was suppressed by the Commissioners of Tiends, and united to Broughton and Glenholm,
with a portion to Culter, 28th May 1794.
1597. JoHN WEEMs, trans. fr. Flisk, pres, by Will. Earl of Morton 21st Nov. 1596, adm.
1st July following, continued in 1608–Presb., and Test. Reg., Reg. Assig., Presbytery Dis-
played.]
1614. JoHN DowglAs, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 29th
July 1603, continued in 1615, trans. to Broughton.—[Edin. Grad, Reg. Assig.]
1621. RoBERT ELIOT, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 24th
July 1619. He gave xl. ii. toward building the Librarie and University of Glasgow 1st
Aug. 1632, was a member of the Commissions of Assembly 1645, 1646, and was trans, to
Linton 27th Jan. 1647.-[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg., Acts of Ass.,
Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Baillie's Lett. i.
1647. ALEXANDER BERTRAM, A.M., studied and took his degree at the same Univ. 20th
July 1638, adm. 12th and coll, 31st July 1647; joined the protestors in the unhappy division
of 1651 ; and was ordered by the Diocesan Synod, 28th April, 1664, to appear before a com-
mittee of their number, and answer for his not conforming. Tecreet was passed against him,
with others, 16th July 1671 ; indulged at Shotts 3d Sept. 1672, which he refused to accept ;
was cited 12th March following before the Priv. Council for not entering his confinement in
Sept., and appointed to do so before 1st June, under pain of being apprehended as a despiser
of his majesty's authority, and a warrant was issued for his imprisonment 14th July. He was
complained against at the Synod of Glasgow 22d Oct. 1674, for keeping conventicles. De-
nounced for intercommuning 3d Aug. 1676; left the country on account of his concern in the
rebellion 1679, and went to Holland.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad, Presb., and Syn.
(Jedburgh Presb), Reg., Kirkton, and Wodrow’s Hist, Acts Parl. vii.]
1666. WILLIAM ALLISONE, A.M., trans. fr. Kirknewton, pres.jure devoluto and coll. by Alex.
Archbishop of Glasgow and inst. 29th March 1666. He was accused of not reading the
Proclamation of the Estates, and not praying for their majesties William and Mary, but for
James VII., and acquitted 17th Sept. 1689, the charge not having been proved. He was
deposed, however, by the Presb. 25th Sept. 1690, for declining their authority, and died before
3d July 1694, when his son James was served heir.—[Presb. Reg., Rule's Sec. Windication, M.S.
Acc. of Min. 1689, Peterkin's Constitution of the Church, Ing. Ret. Gen. 7504.] -
1690. JAMES BROWN, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 21st
July 1687, became chaplain to the laird of Culter-allers, licen. by the united Presb. of Peebles
and Biggar 11th Oct. 1688, called June 1689, ord, 5th June thereafter; trans, to Walston
2 E
216 PRESBYTERY OF BIGGAR.
16th Sept. 1691 ; recalled Sept. 1695, re-adm. 23d Sept. 1696; and trans, to Aberdour in
Buchan in April 1697–LEdin. Grad, Presb. Reg.]
1700. JoHN TAITT, called 29th Nov. 1699, ord, 21st March 1700, died 11th April 1750,
in 51st min. He marr. Jan. 1703, Katharine, daugh. of Thomas Young, merchant-burges of
Edinburgh, and had a son, William, who succeeded to the benefice.—[Presb., Syn., and Edin.
Reg. (Marr), Pennecuik's Works.]
1751. WILLIAM TATE, son of the preceding, licen, by the Presb. 14th Jan. 1742, pres. by
Will. Dickson, Esq., of Kilbucho, Oct. 1750, ord, 16th Oct. 1751, died 12th Nov. 1784, in 34th
min. He marr. in 1760, Grizel Dick, who died at Peebles, 19th May 1809, and had Robert,
surgeon, who died in 1793, and William, merchant, London.—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.]
1785. WILLIAM PoRTEOUs, licen, by the Presb. 29th Aug. 1775, pres, by Capt. Will.
Dickson, of Kilbucho, June, and ord, 31st Aug. 1785, got a church built for the united
parishes in 1804, to which he succeeded, in terms of the Decreet of Annexation in 1810.—
[Presb. Reg.]
COVINGTON,
The Church was dedicated to St. Michael. In 1601 it was held with Dunsyre.
1574. ROBERT FISCHEAR, formerly of Talziel ; Pettynane and Thankertoun, were likewise
under his care, with a stipend of liijii. v.js. viijd., and the kirk lands. Continued in 1594.—
[Reg. Assig, Wodrow Miscell, Test. Reg.]
1597. ROBERT FRENCHE, A.M., Son of John F., in the Canongate, had a gift from James
VI. of the Prebendary and Chaplaincy of St. Andrew, in the college and kirk of Field, for
seven years, that he may study in the grammar School of Canongate, 16th July 1574, he at
least attained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1583; continued in 1599.-[Mun. Univ.
Glasg. iii., Reg. Pres, and Assig.]
1621. GEORGE OGSTOUN ; died 12th March 1653. His utencils, &c., were estimat at xl. ii.,
Frie Geir, dd., xxxiijii. xijs. iiijd. He left his bukes to his son, Andro, “with the provision
that he byde at his calling,” and had also a daugh. May.—[Presb., and Test. Reg. (Lanark)]
1652. ARCHIBALD PORTEOUS, A.M., probably son of Mr James P., min. of Lasswade, studied
and took his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews in 1646, was on the exercise there, 1st May
1650, called —— and adm. 7th Dec. 1652. Deposed 9th May 1661, he having joined and
taken an active share in the doings of the Protesting party in the church. During the same
year he was named by Principal Rutherfurd as one of the tutors to his widow and children.—
[Presb., and Test. Reg. (Lam., and St. And), Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Wodrow’s Hist, i.]
1662. CHARLES LINDSAY, son of Mr Thomas L. minister of Walston. During his in-
cumbency, a curious circumstance occurred. Sir Will. Lindsay, of Covington, had been seized
with illness, and being, as was thought, dead, it was found to have been only “a dead faint, or
trance.” When stretched out on the bier, his long beard was seen wagging, and restoratives
being applied, he recovered, and was able to talk the same night with his family, and was told
by them that, believing him actually dead, arrangements had been made for his funeral.
Possessing considerable humour, he inquired if the folks had been warned and invited to the
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burial, which was answered in the affirmative, and that an ox had been killed for entertaining
the relations. “Keep it secret,” says he, “and let them come.” When the company assembled
after a little detention, the door opened, and to their astonishment and terror, in stepped the
knight himself, deadly pale, and dressed in a sable suit, supported by his kinsman, the minister
when an explanation was given, and the latter called on to offer up prayer and thanksgiving
for his escape from being buried alive, and the entertainment was given, Sir Will. himself pre-
siding over the carousals.” Mr L. was outed by the rabble, and demitted previous to 4th May
1689, when he delivered up the kirk-box, and money, and mortcloth. He was received into
Communion by the Gen. Assembly 17th April 1694. He marr. Elizabeth Livingstoune, and
had Helen and Thomas.-|Presb., and Sess. Reg., Lindsay’s Lives ii., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689,
Acts of Ass.]
1691. JoHN BUCHANAN, son of John B., merchant, Stirling, was ready to be brought on
trials at the general meeting of Presbyterian min. 6th July 1687, called Feb., and ord. 29th
April 1691 ; died 27th Feb. 1726, in 73d age, and 35th min., “a good man.” He had John,
who succeeded to the living, Geo. min. of Tyningham, and Margaret.—[Miscell. Scot. iv. Presb.
Sess., Syn., and Test. Reg. (Lan)., Wodrow's Anal]
1727. JoHN BUCHANAN, son of the preceding, bapt. 20th Dec. 1694, licen, by the Presb.
18th Oct. 1722, called 9th Nov. 1726, ord, 24th May following; died 12th Nov. 1726, in his
72d year, and 40th min.—[Miscell. Scot. iv., Presb., Sess, Syn., and Test. Reg. (Lan.), Tombst.]
1767. GEORGE MARK, son of James M., tenant Brealand, Kirkurd, pres. by Alex. Lockhart,
Esq., advocate , and by John, Earl of Hyndford, March, and ord. 17th Sept. ; trans. to
Carnwath, 30th Sept. 1777–Presb., Sess, and Test. Reg. (Lam.)] -
1778, BRYCE LITTLE, licen, by the pusb. of Edinburgh, 24th Feb. 1773; became Chaplain
at Wanlockhead in 1777, pres, by the Commissioner for General James Lockhart, of Lee and
Carnwath, 27th Jan., and ord, 8th Sept. ; died 9th May 1820, in 77th age, and 42d min. He
marr. Euphemia, daugh. of Mr Matt. Cleghorn, min. of Dryfesdale, she died 6th Nov. 1809,
aged 57; 2dly, 24th April 1815, Katharine, daugh. of Mr John Stodart, in Bank, she died
12th Aug. 1857-Publications—Sermon preached before the Clydesdale Volunteers, Edin.
1804, 8vo. Account of the Parish [Sinclair St. Acc. i.]—[Presb., Syn., and Test. Reg. (Lam.),
Tombst. &c.]
1821. THOMAS WATSON, son of the Rev. Will. W., min. of Biggar, licen. by the Presb. 8th
May 1817, pres, by the tutors of Sir John Carmichael Anstruther, of Anstruther and Car-
michael, Bart., June 1820, ord, 10th May 1821 (delay being caused by a presentation issued
to another, by Sir Charles Macdonald Lockhart, Bart., who did not insist after a decision in
the similar case of Lamington and Wandell); died 17th Sept. 1864, in his 70th year, and
44th min. He marr. 2d Feb. 1825, Eleonora, daugh, of David MºHaffie, Esq. of Overton, and
had issue.—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
- THANKERTON.
The Church was dedicated to St. John; and annexed to Biggar, 5th Dec. 1617; disjoined from thence
and united to Covington about 1635 or 1650. .** * *
1601. DAVID FORREST, Reader at Carluke 1574-1576.-[Reg. Assig.]
1607. RoRERT SCOTT, continued in 1608.-[Reg. Assig.] -
218 PRESBYTERY OF BIGGAR.
CULTER.
1569. JoHN LEVERENCE, trans. fr. Douglas, entered beltyn, with j merks of stipend; but
returned to Douglas before 1574.—[Reg. Min.] -
1590. WALTER HALDEN, trans. fr. Roberton; died between 1594 and 1596–LReg. Assig.]
1596. THOMAS CAMPBELL, A.M., studied and graduated at the Univ. of Glasgow in
1589. Continued in 1597; and was trans, to Biggar.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb. Assig.]
1607. RoBERT SOMERVELL, A.M., formerly of Dunsyre; trans. to Barnwell in 1615; returned
in 1616, and died 14th Dec. 1635, aged about 56. With Barbara Inglis, his spouse, he had
sasine of the vii. land of Over-windie and nether Hanginschaw, 16th Jan. 1634. They had
a son James, who was served heir, 1st Nov. 1642–LReg. Assig, and Pres, Presb., Test. (Lan),
and New Gen. Reg. Sasines, iii., Ing. Ret, Lanark 210.] -
1636. JoHN CURRIE, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 25th
July 1629, he gave xx merks toward building the library in the Univ. of Glasgow in 1636,
deposed in 1653, but taken off by the Synod, 9th May 1661. Being in reduced circumstances,
he received pecuniary aid from some kirk sessions. He had a son, Adam, and a daugh, Janet.
—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Presb., Syn., Test, and Dunbar Sess. Reg., Edin. Grad, Mun. Univ.
Glasg. iii.] : !
1654. ANTHONY MURRAY, A.M., brother to the laird of Glendoick, and a relation of Eliza-
beth Duchess of Lauderdale, studied and got his degree from the Univ. of St. Andrews, 20th
July 1650, adm. 18th Aug. 1654; deprived by the Act of Parliament 11th June, and of
Priv. Council 1st Oct. 1662. He continued his residence in the parish, supporting himself by
his medical skill, and observing, “now he would make the doctor keep the minister.”—[Act.
Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist, Wew St. Acc. vi. -
1664. PATRICK TRENT, A.M., son of Mr. Will. T., one of the min. of Haddington, born
July 1643, studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 31st July 1662, having
passed trials before his native Presb., and got a testimonial 19th May, he was licen. by Geo.,
Bishop of Edinburgh, 4th June 1664, pres, by —, and adm. in Dec. same year; trans. to
Crichton May 1671–LReg. Lawr. Univ Edin, and Collat., Presb., Haddingt. Sess., and Test.
Reg. (Lan), Edin. Grad.]
1672. ANTHONY MURRAY, A.M., above mentioned, indulged by the Priv. Council 3d Sept.
1672; but was removed to Carstairs in 1677.-[Wodrow’s Hist. ii., Bryn's Hist, of Indulg.,
Test. Reg. (Dunbl.)) -
1686. John MENZIES, A.M., formerly of Caerlaverock, pres, by Dec. 1685, coll.—
and inst. 23d Feb. 1686; demitted and was deprived by the Act of Parliament 25th April
1690, restoring the Presbyterian min. He was received into Communion, went to England,
and obtained a meeting-house at Carlisle.—[Presb. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689, Hist. Gen. Ass.
6.190.] - -
1687. ANTHONY MURRAY, A.M., formerly noticed, returned in 1687, before 6th July ;
was trans. to Paisley in 1688, but returned in 1689, and was restored by the Act of Parliament
noted above, and had the stipend of Dunsyre also assigned to him for 1688, and part of 1689;
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died 22d March 1692, in 63d age and 38th min. He left £18 for the education of poor
children—[Syn., and Presb. Reg., Tombst, New St. Acc. vi., S. Presb. Eloq.]
1692. WILLIAM RUSSELL, eldest son of James R., of King-seat, called June, and ord, 23d
Sept. ; trans, to Morham 3d May 1693–JPresb., and Syn. Reg., Pennecuik's Works.]
1694. ROBERT ColTHEART, called 17th July, and ord, 27th Sept. 1694; demitted 10th,
which was accepted 11th Sept. 1696, and went to Ireland.—[Presb. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min.
1689.]
1700. JAMES FORRESTER, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 13th
July 1695, licen. by the Presb. of Peebles 17th Aug. 1699, called 3d Jan., and ord, 30th April
1700; died 3d Dec. 1749, in his 74th year and 50th min. He marr, in 1703 Jane Bertram,
who died 12th Feb. 1760, and had two sons, William, min. of Carstairs, and Alexander—
[Edin. Grad, Presb, and Syn. Reg., Tombst., Wew St. Acc. vi., &c.]
1750. JoHN BROWN, of Cultermains, trans. fr. Symington, pres. by Mrs. Henrietta Baillie
of Lamington, and Rob. Dundas, Esq., younger of Arniston, her husband, May, and adm. 23d
Oct. ; died 13th June 1771, in 57th age and 27th min. He marr. in 1747, Ann, daugh, to
Mr. Bertram of Nisbet, she died 11th Oct. 1797, and had a son, William, and a daugh,
Euphemia.-[Presb. Reg., &c.]
1772. WILLIAM LocKHART, licen. by the Presb. of Hamilton 22d Dec. 1767, pres, by Mrs.
Elizabeth Baillie of Lamington, and Capt. John Ross of Balnagowan, Dec. 1771, ord. 2d
Sept. 1772; trans, to Glasgow (St. Andrew's Ch.) 21st Sept. 1784.—[Presb. Reg.]
1785. WILLIAM STRACHAN, licen, by the Presb. of Lanark 13th May 1778, pres, by Sir
John Ross of Balnagowan Bart., 23d July, and Ord. 22d Sept. 1785, had a church built in
1810, and died 28th July 1826, in 41st min. He marr. Elizabeth Howison, who died 5th
Aug. 1823, and had five sons, James, min. of Cavers; George, Lieut. in the Rifle Corps;
Alexander and Robert, both of London, and John, Surgeon, Barbadoes.—Publication—Account
of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. vi., xxi.)—[Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc. vi., &c.]
1827. JAMES PROUDFOOT, appointed schoolmaster of Skirling in 1817, licen. by the Presb.
7th Dec. 1824, pres, by John Dickson, Esq. of Hartree, Dec. 1826, ord, 25th April 1827;
by joining in the Free Secession, and signing the Demission, he was declared no longer a min.
of this Church, 20th June 1843. He marr. 16th Dec. 1828, Janet, daugh. of Mr. Gibson,
farmer, Symington-mains.—Publications—Verses on the Highland Soldiers who fell at Quatre
Bras and Waterloo, 8vo. Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. vi.)—[Presb. Reg., Acts of
Ass., &c.]
DOLPHINTON.
This parish was held in conjunction with Walston from 1574 to 1608.
1622. ALEXANDER SOMERVELL, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edin-
burgh 22d Feb. 1602, and was an unsuccessful candidate for a Regency there in the following
year; was a member of the Gen. Assembly (when he was old and half blind) in 1638, and of
that 1641, when he was on the leet for Moderator; of those of 1639, 1645, 1647, and also
of the commission 19th Aug. 1643 for visiting the Univ. of Glasgow. Through his influence,
it is supposed, the Presb. of Biggar was erected, which he opened with sermon from 1st Peter
220 - |PRESBYTERY OF BIGGAR.
ii. 9; continued 17th May 1648, and most probably died in the year following, aged about
67, “a very godly and edifying preacher, and of a wise meek disposition.”—[Reg. Laur. Univ.
Edin., Presb., Syn., and Test. Reg. (Lam.), Edin. Grad., Baillie's Lett. i., Craufurd’s Univ.,
Evid, on the Univ. ii., New St. Acc. vi., Acts of Ass., Livingston's Charac, Stevenson's Hist,
Peterkin's Records.] -
1650. JAMEs DoNALDson, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews
in 1640, called 11th Jan., and adm. 1st April 1650 ; joined the Protestors in 1651, and was
suspended by the Synod May 1661, for having done so, which was taken off 28th Nov. fol-
lowing. Deprived by the Act of Parliament 11th June, and of Priv. Council 1st Oct. 1662.
In 1664 he was cited to appear before the Court of High Commission for being present at a
communion contrary to law.—[Act Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist, Wew St.
Acc. vi., Acts Parl. vii.]
1665. WILLIAM DUGUID, A.M., formerly of Uphall, pres, by , July, coll. , and
inst. ; died Aug. 1672, aged about 46. Barbara Cairncross, his widow, died in Edinburgh
16th Feb. 1713, aged 102.—[Presb., Test. (Lan), and Edin. Reg. (Bur), Wew St. Acc. vi.]
1675. ALEXANDER. Douglas, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. and King's
College, Aberdeen 19th July 1666, pres. by James Marquis of Douglas, Aug., received a
testimonial for ordination 15th, and was inst. 28th Sept. 1675 ; trans. to Douglas in 1678.-
[Fasti Aberd, Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc. vi.]
1679. ANDREW HAMILTON, A.M., studied and had his degree from the Univ. of Edinburgh,
26th July 1657, pres, by James Marquis of Douglas, Feb., and inst. 24th April probably
trans, to Middlebie in 1684)—[Edin. Grad. Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc. vi.]
1684. JAMES CRUICKSHANKS, inst. 17th May ; deprived by the Act of Parliament 25th
April 1690, restoring the Presbyterian Min, took up his residence at Monkton-hall, and was
deposed (by the Presb. of Dalkeith) 16th July 1702, for “prophane swearing,” &c.—[Presb.,
and Inveresk Sess. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689, New St. Acc. vi.]
1687, JAMES DONALDSON, A.M., who had been indulged at Dreghorn 3d Sept. 1672, which
he declined to accept, returned previous to 6th July 1687, was restored by the foresaid Act of
Parliament, and died in 1690, aged about 70, leaving a widow.—[Syn., Presb., and Test. Reg.
(St. And), M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689, Kirkton's Hist, Morrison's Digest, Wew St. Acc. vi.]
1693. JoHN SANDIELANDs, A.M., studied and received his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh
17th Aug. 1683, called March 1692, ord. 11th Jan. 1693 ; died 24th June 1710, in 45th
age, and 18th min., leaving a son, who succeeded to the benefice.—[Edin. Grad., Presb., and
Syn. Reg., Tombst., New St. Acc. vi.]
1710. JoHN SANDILANDS, A.M., son of the preceding, studied and was laureated at the
Univ. of Edinburgh 2d June 1703, licen. by the Presb. of Linlithgow 16th March 1709,
called 30th Aug., and ord, 8th Nov. 1710; died 9th Sept. 1716, in 33d age and 16th min.
His librarie was estimat at iſ lxviii. xiijs. iiijd, two guns and one pair of pistols xxx fi, his
watch xxxii. Inventar and debts ij" ix” lyxxjli, j s. viijd. He marr. Margaret Johnston,
who survived him, and had a son, James, wright, in Edinburgh, and two daugh, Barbara, who
marr. Mr. Tho. Findlater, min. of Linton, and Katharine, who died at Castlebarns, St. Cuth-
berts.-[Edin. Grad., Presb., and Test Reg. (Edin, and Lam.), Tombst, Wew St. Acc. vi.]
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1717. JoHN BowTE, studied at the Univ. of Glasgow, licen, by the Presb. of Dunfermline, 24th
March 1714, called 6th Feb., and ord, 10th May 1717; died 7th Nov. 1769, in his 84th
year and 53d min. He patronized Principal Leechman in early life, purchased the lands of
Stonypath in Dunsyre for viij" merks, and mortified and disponed them in 1759 to the min-
ister and Kirk Session to be thus distributed, j merks to the schoolmaster for educating twenty
poor scholars, named by the said Session; j merks for educating any lad of remarkably bright
genius, to be allowed for six years, or failing any such in the parish to be applied in paying
apprentice fees; 1 merks for purchasing bibles, psalm-books, &c., for poor scholars, whom fail-
ing to be applied to any other charitable purpose the Session judge most proper; I merks to
the min, with all other profits arising from the lands to compensate for his trouble as factor and
principal manager. Elisabeth Tait, his widow, died 14th May 1792–LPresb. Reg., Mun. Univ.
Glasg. iii., Tombst, Leechman's Serm. i., Sinclair's Xiv., and Wew St. Acc. vi., &c.] -
1759. THOMAS MºCourTY, called 27th Sept. and ord, (assist, and suc.) Ist Nov. 1759;
trans. to Penicuik, 1st Jan. 1772–|Presb., and Syn. Reg., Wew St. Acc. vi.
1773, JAMES FERGUSON, a native of the par., studied at the United Coll., and graduated at
the Univ. of St. Andrews in 1763, lic, by the Presb. 20th Oct. 1768, pres, by Arch. Douglas,
Esq. of Douglas, Sept. 1772, ord, 7th April following ; trans. to Pettinain, 22d Feb. 1780.—
[St. Andrews Univ., and Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc. vi.]
1781. JoHN GORDON, licen, by the Presb. 26th March 1778, pres, by Arch. Douglas
Esq. of Douglas, Sept. 1780, ord. 4th April thereafter ; died, when preparing to set off for
the Gen. Assembly, 16th May 1814, in 34th min.—Publication—Account of the Parish,
(Sinclair's St. Acc. xiv)—[Presb. and Test. Reg. (Lan), Wew St. Acc. vi., &c.]
1815. RoBERT RUSSEL, trans. from Dunsyre, pres. by Arch. Lord Douglas of Douglas 29th
Aug. 1814, adm. 2d March following ; died 20th Sept. 1824, in 20th min. He marr, 29th
Nov. 1805, Jane Stewart, who died in July 1841–ſ Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc. vi., &c.]
1825. JoHN AITON, son of William A., Esq., Sheriff-Substitute, Hamilton, studied theology
at the Univ. of Edinburgh, licen, by the Presb. of Hamilton 30th Nov. 1819, pres. by
Arch. Lord Douglas of Douglas, Dec. 1824, ord, 14th April thereafter ; had D.D. from the
Univ. of Glasgow, March 1836 ; and died at the house of his son-in-law, Pyrgo-park, Essex,
15th May 1863, in 39th min. He marr, 30th April 1825, Mary Ann, youngest daugh. of
Mr John Smith, Midhope, she died 13th Oct. 1850, and had issue; 2dly, 19th Oct. 1852,
Nſary Sandilands, youngest daugh. of Alex. Weir, Esq. of Boghead.—Publications—Mr Owen's
objections to Christianity, and new view of Society and Education refuted, Edin. 1824, 8vo.
Life and Times of Alexander Henderson, Edin, 1836, 8vo. Clerical Economics, Edin. 1842,
fep. 8vo. Tetter to the R. H. Lord Palmerston, on the Political Imprisonments and condition
of Naples, Edin, 1851, 8vo. The Lands of the Messiah, Mahomet, and the Pope, Edin. 1852,
8vo. The Drying up of the Euphrates; or the Downfall of Turkey prophetically considered,
Lond, 1853, 8vo. Appeal to Presbyterians of all Denominations in behalf of the Jews in
Jerusalem and the Holy Land, Edin. 1854, 8vo. The Cat o' Nine Tails applied to the
Jewish Committee of the Church of Scotland, Edin. 1856, 8vo. St. Paul and his Localities,
in their past and present condition, 1856, 8vo. Manual of Domestic Economy, 1857, 8vo.
The Tomahawk and Scalping knife applied to the Financial and other abuses of the Church
222 PRESBYTERY OF BIGGAR.
of Scotland, (1860), 4to. Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. vi).-[Presb., and Syn. Reg.,
New St. Acc. vi., &c.]
DUNSYRE.
The Church was dedicated to St. Bride, and formerly belonged to the Abbey of Kelso; disjoined from
the Presb. of Lanark, and annexed to that of Biggar by the Commission of Assembly, 4th June 1765.
1601. ROBERT SOMERVELL, A.M., son of Patrick S., in Grein, studied and attained his
degree at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1600, pres. to the vicarage by James VI., 13th Nov. 1601;
deprived before 16th Jan. 1607.-Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Reg. Assig., Pres. (and Caut).]
1607. JAMES LINDESAY, son of Mr John L. min. of Carstairs (; studied and obtained his de-
gree at the Univ. and King's Coll. Aberdeen in 1604), pres, to the vicarage by James VI.,
16th Jan. 1607; trans, to Carstairs in 1616–LReg. Pres, Assig., et Sec. Sigill, Fasti Aberd.,
Presb. Reg.] -
1616. WILLIAM SoMERVAL, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
27th July 1605, pres, by James VI., 15th June 1615, and 31st Dec. 1616, and by Charles
T. to the personage and vicarage, viz., seven chalder seven firlots twa pairt meill, and thrid
pairt beir, with the vicarage towards furnishing elements to the Communion, and for repairing
and uphalding the quier, 14th Dec. 1635. Died 15th April 1646, in 63d age.—[Reg. Lawr.
Univ. Edin, Presb., and Test. Reg. (Lam.), Reg. Pres, et Sec. Sigill, Tombst, Edin. Grad.]
1647. ROBERT LOKHART, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow in
1641, pres, by Charles I, 30th Oct. 1646, adm. 25th Feb. thereafter, confined to the par. on
the establishment of Episcopacy, and appointed by the Dioc. Synod, 28th April 1664 to
appear before a committee of their number and answer for not conforming. Decreet passed
against him with others, 16th July 1671. Indulged at Culter, 3d Sept. 1672, but not
obeying he was charged before the Priv. Council, 12th March 1673, and denounced 6th Nov.
following; and having gone to England he was included in the letters of intercommuning, 3d
Aug. 1676, and farther cited 11th Aug, 1677. He marr. Cowper, and had a daugh,
Margaret ; 2dly, Elei Dunlop, who died April 1664.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Reg. Pres, et
Sec. Sigill, Presb., Syn. (Jedburgh Presb.), Test. (Lan), and Edin. Reg. (Bapt.), Connell on
Tithes iii., Kirkton, and Wodrow’s Hist, Acts Parl. vii.] s
1669. WILLIAM DALGARNo, A.M. trans. fr. Mauchline, pres. by Charles II., 4th Sept.
trans, to St. Fergus in 1678.—[Min. Book Reg. Priv. Seal v., Presb., and Edin. Guild. Reg.]
1678. RoPERT SKENE, pres, by Charles II., 6th Nov., and inst. 10th Dec. ; deserted volun-
tarily at the Revolution, and died in Edinburgh 22d June 1721. His eldest son, John, Kin-
tyre Pursevant, died in 1706, and others previously.—[Min. Reg. Priv. Seal, Presb., Test.,
and Edin. Reg. (Bur), MS. Acc. of Min. 1689, S. Presb. Eloq. and Answer.]
1694. HENRY DUNCAN, born at Glasgow, 15th March 1663, of parents well descended, who
suffered in means supporting their Presbyterian principles; he entered the Greek class in Glasgow
Coll. Michaelmas 1681, where he had a bursary, got another of theology on Z. Boyd's foundation
8th Aug. 1686, licen. Oct. 1693, called Jan., and ord, 27th March 1694. He died 10th June
1712, in 50th age, and 19th min. His library was valued at lxviii. xiijs. iiijd, and utencils
LAMINGTON. 223
at iſ li. He marr. 9th June 1690, Jean Ross, who survived him, and had a son and four
daugh.-[Wodrow MS. lxxxii., and Anal. ii., Presb., Sess, and Test. Reg, (Lam.), Tombst.]
1713. JAMES BRADFUTE, son of Mr John B., min. of Pettinain, licen. by the Presb. 18th
Sept. 1706, called 22d Dec. 1712, ord, 1st April after ; died 16th Aug. 1758, in his 78th
year, and 46th min, having been “an excellent scholar,” and an early patron of Principal
Leechman. He marr. May 1717, Jean, daugh. of James Mure, of Rhoddens, she died 11th
March 1763. A son, John succeeded to the cure, he had also Elizabeth and Janet.—[Presb.,
and Sess. Reg., Leechman's Serm. i., Caldwell Pap. i., &c.] w
1751. JoHN BRADFUTE, son of the preceding, studied at the Univ. of Glasgow, licen, by the
Presb. 22d Aug. 1750, pres, by Geo. II. and Ord. (assist. and suc.) 22d Aug. 1751, died
21st March 1793, in 68th age, and 42d min. He marr. 1st Sept. 1761, Margaret, daugh. of
Mr John Bell, min. of Gordon, and had issue—Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's
St. Acc. i.)—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Carlyle's Autob., &c.]
1794. JoHN RITCHIE, son of John R., wright, Fowlis Wester, bapt. 2d Nov. 1760, licen.
by the Presb. of Chanonry 13th July 1790, pres, by Geo. III. 28th May, and ord, 4th Sept.
1794; trans. to Tarbolton 6th June 1799–LFowlis Sess., and Presb. Reg., Welson's Life of
Ritchie.]
1799. JoHN HAINING, licen. by the Presb. of Edinburgh 27th Feb. 1793, pres, by Geo.
III. 3d July, and ord, 19th Sept. 1799; trans. to Maxton 5th June 1804.—[Presb. Reg.]
1805. RoBERT RUSSEL, tutor in the family of Mr Grant of Congleton, licen. by the Presb.
of Haddington 27th March 1798, pres. by Geo. III. 13th Oct. 1804, ord, 25th April 1805;
trans, to Dolphinton 16th Feb. 1815.--[Presb. Reg.]
1815. WILLIAM MEEK, son of Will. M., Carnwath, born 21st June 1784, licen, by the
Presb. of Lanark 31st July 1811, pres, by Geo. Prince Regent in March, and ord, 1st June
1815; died at Greenlaw, Glencross, 22d March 1834, in 50th age and 19th min. He marr.
27th Nov. 1815 Barbara, daugh. of Mr Will. Mark, farmer, Nether Urd. She died 5th Jan.
1839, and had a daughter. Publications—Sermon preached at Dunsyre, Edin. 1817, 8vo. A
Treatise on Philosophical and Theological Sects, Edin. 1829, 8vo. A Letter to Lord Chan-
cellor Brougham, Edin. 1831, 8vo. Accounts of the Parish (Lit. and St. Mag. iii., New St.
Acc. vi.) Paraphrases of Sacred Scripture, collected and Revised, Lanark, 1818, 24mo.—
[Presb. Reg., &c.] -
1834. GEORGE CLERK RENTON, son of Mr R., surgeon, Penicuik, licen. by the Presb. of
Dalkeith 13th April 1826, pres, by Will. IV. 13th April, and ord. 25th Sept. 1834–
[Presb. Reg.]
LAMINGTON.
The church was dedicated to St. Ninian.
1598. JAMES BAILLIE, A.M., trans. fr. Shotts, pres, by Baillie of Lamington—coll
and inst. 24th Dec. 1598, pres. to Wandell by the Presb. jure devoluto, and inst. 5th
Nov. 1608 ; gave xx merks toward erecting the Librarie in the Univ. of Glasgow 1632; and
224 PRESBYTERY OF BIGGAR.
died 26th Aug. 1643, aged about 68. His utencils, &c. were estimat at j" xlix fi, Inventar
and debts ij" vijº lviij. ii. xiij. s. viij. d. Jean Liverance, relict. He had John, baxter, and
John, tailor, both in Edinburgh, Margaret, and Janet.—[Presb, and Test. Reg. (Lan.), Reg.
Assig., Mun. Univ. Glas. iii., New St. Acc. vi.]
1645. JoHN CRAUFURDE, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow in
1631, adm. 20th June, and coll. 11th Aug. 1645, was a member of the Commission of As-
sembly 1649; continued 16th Jan. 1662, but was ordered by the Dioc, Synod 6th April
1664 to appear before a committee of their number and answer for not conforming.—[Presb.,
Sym. (Jedburgh Presb.) Reg., Wodrow’s Hist., Wew St. Acc. vi. Acts of Ass., Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii.]
1664. JoHN HAMILTON, A.M., formerly of Innerkip, pres. by Alex. Archbishop of Glas-
gow , and inst. in May ; died in 1684, aged about 82.—[Presb. Reg., Brown's Hist.
of Indulg.]
1669. JoHN CRAUFURDE, A.M., noticed above, indulged by the Priv. Council 9th Dec. ; died
7th Aug. 1674, in 60th age and 30th min, yet was accused 22d Oct. thereafter of not keep-
ing the rules given by the Priv. Council. Elizabeth Tweedie, his relict, died at Lanerk in
1688 or 9.—[Wodrow’s Hist, Tombst., Test. Reg. (Lam.) Wew St. Acc. vi.]
1672. WILLIAM BAILLIE, formerly of Annan, indulged by the Priv. Council 3d Sept., was
accused of the same fault as his colleague 22d Oct. 1674.—[Wodrow’s Hist, Wew St. Acc. vi.]
1684. JAMES BAILLIE, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 13th
July 1682; pres. by Will. Baillie of Lamington in March, coll—and inst. 17th Sept. 1684;
deserted his charge at the Revolution, and went to Ireland.—[Presb., and Test. Reg. (St. And),
MS. Acc. Min. 1689, Wew St. Acc. vi.]
1688. WILLIAM BAILLIE, above mentioned, returned—[New St. Acc. vi.]
1693. RobHRT BAILLIE, studied theology in the Univ. of Glasgow, and licen, by the Presb.
thereof 12th July 1693, called 11th Aug. and ord, 27th Sept, same year; trans. to Inverness
28th Feb. 1701—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Reg. Old Dec. iv., Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc. vi.]
1708. DAVID BLINSHALL, chaplain to Sir Rob. Dickson of Inveresk, licen, by the Presb. of
Edinburgh 5th March 1707, called 22d Sept., and ord. 10th Nov. 1708; died father of the
Synod 28th Sept. 1765, in his 97th year and 57th min., leaving a son, Dr James, one of the
min. of Dundee, and a daugh. Ann, who marr. Mr Edward Roberts.-[Presb., and Inveresk
Sess. Reg., Wew St. Acc. vi., &c.]
1766. JAMES REID, preceptor in the family of Lord President Dundas, pres. by Mrs Elizab.
Baillie of Lamington and Capt. John Ross of Balnagowan 23d Dec. 1765, ord. 21st Aug.
after ; trans. to Kinglassie 27th Aug. 1773, as he neither relished the situation himself, nor
was acceptable to the parishioners.--|Presb. Reg., New St. Acc. vi., &c.]
1774. THOMAS MITCHELL, licen. by the Presb. of Edinburgh 25th Nov. 1761, pres. to
Kinglassie by John Earl of Rothes 7th Aug. 1770, but as the parishioners declared they
would receive any other than him, an exchange was effected. He had been a candidate for
the chair of Greek in the Univ. of Edinburgh in 1772, and was pres. by both Mrs Elizab.
Baillie of Lamington and Capt. John Ross of Balnagowan 23d Oct. 1773, and by the Hon. Arch.
Douglas of Douglas same day, ord. 23d Aug. 1774; died 12th March 1816, in his 78th year
and 42d min. He is said to have been “an accomplished scholar,” yet it may be doubted
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that he was so honoured in his profession, the Bard of Scotia having characterised him “as
cauld a minister's e'er spak.” He marr. 17th April 1776 Agnes, daugh, of Mr Hope. She
died 3d Feb. 1836. With their eldest son, Dr John, senior physician to the Royal Infirmary,
Manchester, they had another, Walter, M.D. at Swansea, and their only daugh. marr. Mr Tho.
M“Caughie, writer, Kirkcudbright. Publications—Sermon preached at Lamington, Edin.,
1782, 8vo. A Letter to the Rev. Will. M'Gill, D.D., Edin. 1791, 12mo. Account of the
Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. vi.)—[Presb. Reg., Scots Mag. xxxiii., xxxiv., Tombst, Burns's (Cun-
ningham) Works iii., New St. Acc. vi., Chalmers Caled. iii., Morrison's Dec. xvii., &c.]
1821. CHARLEs HoPE, son of Mr James H., farmer, Glenlee, studied at the Univ. of Edin-
burgh, licen. by the Presb. of Kirkcudbright 10th Nov. 1808, pres. by Arch. Lord Douglas of
Douglas 20th June 1816 (another pres, being given by Lady Elizab. Ross Baillie of Lamington
20th March 1816 in favour of Mr James Moffat, probationer,) caused delay till judgment was
pronounced by the Court of Session 22d Dec. 1820 in his behalf, ord. 3d May 1821 ; he was sus-
pended from his judicial function as a member of Presb., and other superior judicatories, till
after the first Wednesday of March next by the Gen. Assembly 30th May 1842, for holding
communion with the ministers of Strathbogie ; died 10th April 1862, aged about 80, in 41st
min. He marr. 23d July 1839, Barbara Thomson, eldest daugh. of John Affleck, Esq. of
Palmerston, C. M. of Maxwelltown (nearly related to the ancient family of Kirkpatrick of
Conheath, from whom descended Eugenie Empress of France.) She died 24th March 1855,
and had two sons and a daughter. Publication—Account of the parish (New St. Acc. vi.)—
—Presb. Reg., Acts of Ass., Wew St. Acc. vi., Chalmers Caled. iii., &c.]
WANDELL, OR HARTSIDE,
united to Lamington in 1608.
LIBBERTON,
united to Quothquam by the Plat. in 1618, and disjoined by agreement between the Patron and Presb.
3d Feb. 1649. -
1567. WILLIAM LEVINGSTOUN, with a stipend of l. ii, to be sustenit be the takisman; trans.
to Crawford.—[Reg. Min.]
1574. JAMES HAMILTOUN, removed fr. Quothquan. Quothquan was also in the charge,
with a stipend of xlviijii., continued in 1585–LReg. Min, Wodrow Miscell., Test. Reg.]
1590. ALEXANDER SPITTAL, A.M., translated fr. Biggar; continued in 1608.-[Reg. Assig,
Mun. Univ. Glasg. i., Test. Reg. (Lan.)]
1649. RoBERT LIVINGSTOUN, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edin-
burgh 23d July 1636, called 29th and adm. 26th Oct. 1649; died May 1677, aged about
61, in 28th min. His utencils, &c., were estimat at xx. merks. He marr. Isobel Cockburn,
who died July 1688, and had issue. His books were left to Robert, his eldest son.—[Reg.
Laur. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad, Presb., and Test. Reg. (Lan.)]
1677. JoHN TAYLOR, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow, 13th
July 1671, pres, by James, Earl of Carnwath, July, passed trials and was recommended, 29th
226 PRESBYTERY OF BIGGAR.
Aug. for ordination, inst. 27th Sept. 1677; trans, to Mearns in 1681–Mun. Univ. Glasg.
iii., Presb. Reg.]
1681, ROBERT LAWSON, trans. fr. Symington, inst, 25th July; outed by the rabble at the
Revolution, and died Dec. 1690, aged about 42, in 15th min. He marr. 13th June 1682,
Margaret, eldest daughter of Mr David Stirling of Branxston, late min. of Cockburnspath-
[Presb, and Cockburnsp. Sess. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.] &
1689. ROBERT LIVINGSTONE, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh
in 1671, called in 1688, ord, 26th June 1689, was a member of the Assemblies 1690, 1692,
and trans, to Biggar, 5th Feb. 1696–LEdin. Grad, Presb. Reg., Reg. Gen. Ass. 1690, Če.]
1697. JAMES STUART, licen. by the Presb. 11th Nov. 1696, called 12th May, and ord.
20th Aug. 1697; died 27th Feb. 1714, in 17th min. His Frie Geir, d.d., amounted to vi"
xlvii. xv.js. xjd. He left a widow and children, and had a brother, John, writer in Glas-
gow.—[Presb., and Test. Reg. (Lan)] - -
1717. JoHN THOMSON, A.M., trans. fr. Symington, pres, by Lockhart of Carnwath, in Oct.
1716, adm. 14th May thereafter, was one of fifteen min. who dissented from the sentence
of the Gen. Assembly in 1740, deposing the eight Associate Seceders; and died 8th Dec. 1765,
in his 82d year, and 53d min. Elizabeth Sydserf, his widow, died 14th June 1771–LPresb.
Reg., Morren's Ann. i. &c.]
1758. JoHN CHRISTIE, pres. by Alex. Lockhart, Esq., Advocate, July, and ord. (assist. and
suc.) 14th Sept., trans, to Carnwath, 1st May 1760–Presb. Reg.]
1761. JAMEs Scott, pres. by Alex. Dockhart, Esq., Advocate, Oct. 1760, ord. (assist, and
suc.) 18th Feb. following, trans, to Carluke, 24th March 1763–I’resb. Reg.]
1763. JoHN Noble, in the par. of Biggar, licen. by the Presb., 9th June 1757, pres. by
Alex. Lockhart, Esq., advocate, July, and ord, 27th Oct. 1763; died 1st Sept. 1776, in 55th
age and 13th min. He marr. in 1758, Mrs Mary Dickson of Whitecastle, who subsequently
marr. Geo. Muirhead of Persilands, she died 21st Dec. 1782, in her 73d year—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
1777. DAVID DICKSON, third son of Mr Dav. D. of Kilbucho, min. of Newlands, educated
at the par. school of West Linton, and the grammar school of Peebles, studied at the Univ. of
Glasgow and Edinburgh, proposed for trials by Mr John Johnstone, min. of Biggar, and licen.
by the Presb, 29th Aug. 1775, became assist. to the preceding, who was his step-uncle, and
on whose decease a unanimous application was made for him to Gen. J ames Lockhart, of Lee
and Carnwath, who pres. him 7th Feb., and he was ord, 1st May 1777. He was appointed
to ordain Mr Pearson at Biggar, to whom a great opposition was made by the parishioners,
rather than do so he threatened to resign the living, but was passed over; trans, to Bothkenner,
23d April 1783.−[Presb. Reg., Kay's Portr. ii., Hunter's Biggar.]
1784. JoHN FRASER, pres. by Gen. James Lockhart Wishart of Lee and Carnwath, 19th
Aug. 1783, ord, 21st April thereafter, he got a church built in 1812, and died 26th Aug. same
year, in 59th age, and 29th min. He marr. 3d Nov. 1785, Janet Smith, who died 5th April
1831, and had Pringle, Capt. in the 7th Madras N. I. ; John, who died in Jamaica ; Eliza,
who marr, the Rev. Thomas Wharrie, min. of Symington, Ayrsh., &c.—Publication—Account
of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. ii. xxi.)—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Tombst., New St. Acc. vi., &c.]
1813. ALEXANDER CRAIK, licen. by the Presb. of St. Andrews, 19th Dec. 1798, became
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Rector of the Academy at Dundee in 1809, pres. by Sir Alex. M*Donald Lockhart Bart., 18th
May, and was ord, 22d July 1813, had D.D. from the Univ. of St. Andrews, 12th Jan.
1839, and died at Edinburgh 19th Oct. 1856, in his 84th year, and 44th min. He marr.
Helen Scott, who died 7th July 1860, and had issue—Publications—Letter to Mr John
Brown, min. of the Assoc. Congreg., Biggar, Edin. 1820, 8vo. (which called forth “A Letter
of Congratulation,” by Mr Johnston, elder, Biggar,) Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. vi.)
Sermon XV. (Ch. of Scotland Pulpit i.)—[Presb. Reg., &c.)
QUOTHQUAN,
United to Libberton by the Commissioners for Plantation in 1648, and disjoined Feb. 1649, but the dis-
junction was reduced by their Lordships, 27th Jan. 1699. -
1569. JAMES HAMILTOUN, entered at Beltyn, with a stipend of lii., to be sustenit be the tax-
man; removed to Liberton.—[Reg. Min.] -
1588. THOMAS KING, trans. fr. Carnwath ; continued in 1593–Iſèeg. Assig.]
1597. THOMAS MAXWELL, A.M., translated from Carnwath ; continued in 1601, and
died before 13th March 1605. Margaret Levingstoune, relict, by whom he had a son, Mr.
Alexander—[Reg. Assig, and Pres, Test. Reg. (Lan, and Glasg)]
1617. JoHN CHIESLIE, A.M., son of John C. farmer in the par., studied and was laureated
at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 22d Feb. 1602. He signed the Protestation for the Liberties of
the Kirk with fifty-four others, 27th June 1617. He disponed the lands of Kerswell,
12th Jan 1629, gave xx. ii. towards erecting the Library in the Univ. of Glasgow, and died
6th April 1635, aged about 53. He marr. Elizabeth, daugh. of Walter Carmichael of Park.
She had sasine of the lands of Annestoun, &c., 11th Feb. 1636, and had a son, John, who was
served heir to his father, and knighted by Charles I. ; he became a great incendiary in the
time of the troubles, and a great complier with the English ; Walter, a merchant and brewer,
purchased the lands of Dalry, near Edin., and had a son, notorious as the assassin of Lord
President Lockhart in 1689, and Janet, who marr. John Muir, younger of Amnestoun.—[Reg.
Lawr. Univ. Edin., Presb., Test. (Lan), and New Gen. Reg. Sasines iii., Ing. Ret. Gen. 2171,
Orig. Lett. ii., Edin. Grad., Bannatyne Miscell. iii.] -
1635. GEORGE BENNET, (perhaps son of Mr James B., min. of Liberton, Edin., bapt. 6th
Aug. 1598) pres. by Robert, Master of Dalzell, 15th July, was a member of the Commissions
of Assemblies 1645-1649; trans, to St. Ninians in the latter year—[Presb., Test. (Lan), Edin.
(Bapt.), and Wew Gen. Reg. Sasines iii., Sir Tho. Hope's Diary, Acts of Ass., and Parl. MSS.]
1652. Rob ERT BROWN, A.M., son of Rich. B. of Knockmerloch, whom he succeeded 5th
Dec. 1654, studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1636, adm. 23d April
1652, deprived by the Act of Parliament 11th June, and of Priv. Counc. 1st Oct. 1662;
died before 6th Jan. 1674, when his son Andrew was served heir.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Syro-
Reg., Wodrow’s Hist, Ing. Ret. Ayr 494. et Gen. 3967, 5681.]
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PRESBYTERY OF BIGGAR.
SKTRLING.
The Church was dedicated to St. Mary.
1580. JoHN PURDy, [Test. Reg.]
1594. JAMES HUNTER, trans. fr. Borthwick, adm. (after 18th June), pres. by the Presb.
of Edinburgh, jure devoluto, 30th Dec. 1595; trans, to Smalholm.—[Reg. Assig, Edin.
Presb. Reg.]
1596. RoBERT LEVINGSTOUN, trans. fr. Drummelzier, adm. 1st April 1597, was a member
of the Assemblies 1610, and 1638, demitted 15th May 1640, which was accepted 8th April
1641, and died 21st May 1658, in 65th min.—[Reg. Assig., Presb., Test., and Edin. Reg. (Bur),
Calderwood, and Stevenson's Hist.]
1640. KENNETH LOGIE, A.M., son of Mr. James L., advocate, studied and had his degree
at the Univ. of Edinburgh 25th July 1629, licen, by the Presb. of Dalkeith, 8th Aug 1633,
elected librarian to the College of Edin. 22d April 1635, on the recommendation of Principal
Adamson, whom he had formerly assisted ; which he demitted on being called to this par,
inst. (at Peebles) 17th Dec. 1640, was a member of the Commissions of Assembly 1648-1649,
trans. to Kirkcaldy (2d charge) in 1650.-[Craufurd’s Univ., Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin.
Cownc., and Presb. Reg., Acts of Ass., and Parl. MSS., Scots Mag. lxiv.]
1655. JoHN GREIG, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1638,
licen. by the Presb. of Ayr, 8th May 1644, suspended in May 1661 for joining the Protes-
tors, which was taken off 21st Nov. thereafter ; deprived by the Act of Parliament 11th June,
and of Priv. Counc. 1st Oct. 1662–LMun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist.]
1664. DAVID HAY, trans. from Cathcart, inst, and adm. 17th Aug. ; died May 1666.-
[Presb. Reg.] -
1667. JAMEs BUCHAN, A.M., pres. by the laird of Skirling, Oct., coll. , and inst, and
adm. 14th Nov. ; trans, to Prestonpans in 1676–Presb. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist., Wew St.
Acc. iii.] -
1677. WILLIAM LYONE, A.M., studied at St. Leonard's Coll., and was laureated at the
Univ. of St. Andrews 25th July 1671, inst. 22d Aug. 1677; continued 6th Nov. 1685–[Act.
Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb. Reg.]
1686. THOMAS Douglas, in the service of Arch., Lord Forfar, passed trials before the Presb.
of Dalkeith, and received a testimonial 4th Sept. 1684 for licence, and became a Deacon, inst.
1686, before 18th May. He deserted his charge, and was deprived by the Act of Parliament
25th April 1690, restoring the Presbyterian Ministers. He marr. 27th Jan. 1687, Helen
Forrest.—[Presb, and Edin. Reg. (Marr), MS. Acc. of Min. 1689, Rule's Sec. Windication.]
1687. JoHN GREIG, A.M., formerly noticed, after being indulged at Carstairs, and been
imprisoned in the Bass, returned, and was present at the first meeting of min. in the
bounds of Lothian and Tweeddale 6th July 1687, after Toleration had been granted ; died
May 1689, aged about 71, having been strict in discipline, and anxious to promote the
interest of holiness. He marr, a daugh. of Mr Alex. Livingstoune, min. of Biggar. She
survived him, and requiring pecuniary aid, was recommended for charity by the Presb. of
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Hamilton 18th Oct. 1692. They had issue three sons, John, James, and William, and a
daugh., who marr. Nicol Mason, mariner.—[Syn., Presb., Hamilt. Presb., and Edin. Reg. (M.arr.)]
1690. RoBERT LAW, was ready to be brought on trials at the general meeting of Presbyte-
rian min. 6th July 1687, called 25th Sept. 1689, ord. 12th March 1690, was a member of the
Assemblies that year and 1692; trans, to Shotts 23d Feb. 1699.-LPresb., Syn., and Carstairs
Sess. Reg., Tombst, Reg. Gen. Ass., Peterkin's Constitution of the Church.] -
1701. JoHN MURRAY, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 26th
June 1699, called 14th Jan., and ord. 21st April 1701 ; died 5th June 1715, in 38th age,
and 15th min.-LPresb. Reg., Tombst.]
1718. ALEXANDER. Douglas, licen. by the Presb. 14th June 1716, called 11th Nov. 1717,
ord. 29th April 1718; deposed 12th Nov. 1719, for fornication, on his own confession; reponed
8th Nov. 1721.-[Presb., and Syn. Reg.]
1720. THOMAS HENDERSONE, chaplain at Leadhills, called 17th Aug. and was ord. 23d
Sept., the church was then rebuilt ; died 7th May 1764, in 44th min., having marr, and
left issue.—Pres. Reg., Sinclair's St. Acc. ii., Chalmers' Caled. ii., &c.]
1765. WILLIAM HowB, licen. by the Presb. of Paisley 22d June 1756, pres, by John Car-
michael Esq. of Castlecraig, advocate, 2d Oct. 1764, ord, 17th April after ; died 10th Dec. 1796,
in 32d min. He marr. 19th April 1768 ; and 14th Jan. 1778, and had a son James distin-
guished as an animal painter, and another, William, died in Jamaica. Publication—Account of
the parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. iii.)—[Presb. Reg., New St. Acc. iii., &c.]
1797. JoHN ALPINE, teacher of elocution in London, pres. by John Carmichael Esq. of Skir-
ling 15th Jan. and ord, 12th Sept. 1797; died unmarr, 1st Nov. 1836, in 40th min. Publi-
cation—Account of the parish (New St. Acc. iii.)—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.]
[Mr. DAVID GARDNER, licen, by the Presb. 5th Feb. 1822, became assistant to the preced-
ing, was pres. by Sir Thomas Gibson Carmichael of Skirling in 1836, but died 6th Jan. 1837.
—Presb. Reg., &c.]
1837. WILLIAM HANNA, trans. fr. East Kilbride, pres. by Sir Thomas Gibson Carmichael, Bart,
21st Feb., and adm. 8th June 1837. By joining in the Free Secession, and signing the Demis-
sion, he was declared no longer a min. of this church 20th June 1843. Had D.D. conferred by
the Univ. of Glasgow 24th Feb. 1847, demitted his charge at Skirling in 1848, was adm. to Fr.
St. John's, Edinburgh, in 1850, had D.D. conferred by the Univ. thereof in April 1864. He
marr. 30th March 1836, Agnes, daugh. of the Rev. Dr. Chalmers, Edinburgh. Publications—
Life of the Rev. Tho. Chalmers, D.D., LL.D., 4 vols., Edin. 1849-1852, 8vo. The Last Day of
our Lord's Passion, Edin. 1862, fiscp. 8vo. Wycliffe and the Huguenots, Edin. 1860, fep. 8vo.
The Forty Days after our Lord's Resurrection, Edin. 1863, fep. 8vo. The Earlier Years of our
Lord's Life on Earth, Edin. 1864, fep. 8vo. PostScript to Dyke's Apostolic Times Revived,
Edin. 1859. The Martyrs of the Scottish Reformation (Communic. on the Principles of the
Free Church VII.) And edited Chalmers' Posthumous Works,—[Presb. Reg., Acts of
Ass., &c.] -
3() PRESBYTERY OF BIGGAR.
SYMINGTON,
The church previous to the Reformation belonged to the Abbey of Kelso.
1592. JoHN SymoNToUN, pres, to the vicarage by James VI. (before 5th Feb.); in 1593,
Thankertoun was also under his charge ; continued in 1597.-|Reg. Assig, and Pres. (Cawt.).]
1601. JoHN LINDSAY, min. of Carstairs, who had been pres, to the vicarage by James VI.
before 15th Feb. 1592; continued in 1608, although he resigned the vicarage previous to 9th
Sept. 1607, having seemingly held both in conjunction.—[Reg. Pres. (Caut), and Assig.]
1607. RobBRT LINDESAY. pres, to the Vicarage by James VI. 9th Sept.—[Reg. Pres.]
1623. ANDREW GUIDLAD, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews
in 1599; presby in 1623; deposed 31st Aug. 1648, “being fund altogether unprofitable,
and a contemner of the acts and constitutions of the Kirk, tending to the Reformation and
settling of true religion.”—Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb, and Test. Reg. (Lam.)]
1649. GEORGE PHIN, elected schoolmaster of South Leith 13th Feb. 1645, which he
demitted 6th, and was adm. here 17th July 1649; pres. by —, Baillie of Lamington 3
continued 5th May 1657; but the charge was vacant 4th May 1658.-[S. Leith Sess., Presb.,
Dalkeith Presb., and Syn. Reg.
1658. JoHN RAE, A.M., son of Will, R., merchant, burges of Edinburgh, to whom he was
served heir, 7th Feb. 1666, studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1651,
adm. 1658 (between 4th May and 2d Nov.); deprived by the Act of Parliament 11th June,
and of Priv. Council 1st Oct. 1662. He was apprehended for preaching and baptizing in
private houses about Jan. 1670, and 3d March after ordered by the Priv. Council to be carried
from the Canongate tolbooth to Stirling Castle, from which he was ordained, 18th July 1672,
to be transported to that of Dunbarton. He was indulged at Cumbray 3d Sept. following, but
refused to accept it, joined the field preachers, was included in an order for apprehension 4th
June, and in a decreet against him and others 16th July 1674. When a division took place
in 1679 regarding preaching against the Indulgence, and an order issued by Hamilton, a leader
among the more violent, that if he complied not, many would not hear him, he shewed his
spirit, telling him “he had been wrestling against Erastianism in the magistrate for many
years, and he would never truckle to the worst kind of Erastianism in the people, that he would
receive no instructions from any of them as to the subject and matter of his sermons, and wished
he might mind what belonged to him, and not go beyond his sphere and station.” He subse-
quently took refuge in Holland, but returned, was included in the Proclamation against fugi-
tives, 5th May 1684, and sent prisoner to the Bass, 15th Sept. following. Of this zealous
and successful min. nothing more has been found.—[Ing. Ret. Gen. 4962, Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii.,
Syn. Reg., Kirkton, and Wodrow’s Hist, Crichton's Mem. of Blackadder.]
1665. JoHN LAW, A.M., studied and was laureated by the Univ. of Edinburgh 14th July
1659; died in 1675, aged about 36. His Frie Geir amounted to jºix fi, vijs. He marr. Helen,
daugh. of John Law of Ryseland, and had two sons, John and William.–Edin. Grad, Presb.,
and Test. Reg. (Lan.)
SYMINGTON. S 23]
1676. ROBERT LAwson, AM. at Channelkirk, studied and took his degree at the Univ. of
Edinburgh in 1669, was bursar of theology to the Presb. of Earlston, licen, by Geo. Bishop of
Edinburgh, 8th May 1673, pres, by James Bishop of Dunblane Feb., after passing trials, he
received a testimonial 2d March for Ordination, and was inst. 10th April 1676 ; trans. to
Libberton and Quothquan in 1681–Edin. Grad. Presb., and Stow Sess. Reg., Reg. Collat.
1682. ANGUs MACKINTOSH, A.M., studied at St. Leonard's College and was graduated at
the Univ. of St. Andrews 28th July 1666, passed trials before the Presb, thereof, and got a
testimonial 20th Oct. 1669 for licence, inst. and adm. 24th April 1682 ; trans, to Stonehouse
in 1685.-[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb., and Test. Reg. (Lam.).]
1686. JoHN LOGAN, pres, by March, and inst. 2d May ; continued 2d May 1688, but
was afterwards outed by the rabble—[Presb. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.]
1692. WILLIAM CARMICHAEL, A.M., brother to Tho. C. of Eastend, studied and took his
degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 9th July 1688, and held a bursary of philosophy at that of
Glasgow in 1690; called April and ord. 20th Sept. 1692; died 1699 (before 11th May),
aged about 31, in 7th min. The Inventar amounted to vij" lzxx li he bequeathed to the
poor of the par. jº li–LEdin. Grad, Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb., and Test. Reg. (Lan), Inq.
Ret. Gen. 8174.]
1700. PATRICK MITCHELL, licen. by the Presb. of Peebles 17th Aug. 1699, called 3d Jan. and
ord. 25th April 1700 ; died 11th Dec. 1711, in 50th age and 12th min. He marr. Oct. 1702,
Elizabeth Plenderleath, who survived him.—[Presb, and Test. Reg. (Lam.), Tombst.]
1713. JoHN THOMSON, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 12th
May 1703, licen. by the Presb. of Lochmaben Aug. 1709, called 17th June and ord, 11th
Sept. 1713; trans, to Libberton and Quothquam 13th Dec. 1716.-[Edin. Grad., Presb. Reg.]
1718. JAMES WILSON, licen. by the Presb. of Lanark 6th Sept. 1704, pres, by Mr Lockhart
of Carnwath in 1717, ord. 2d May 1718. He preached at the ordination of Mr Geo. Sinclair,
min. of Balfron (a settlement effected by the committee of the Commission of Assembly, under
protection of the military) in 1729, made himself obnoxious to his parishioners by reading the
Porteous paper in 1737, and died at Spittlehaugh, on his return from the Gen. Assembly, 3d
June 1763, in 26th min., being buried at Linton. While the seceding brethren were fanning
the flame of dissent, one of their number, preaching on the green, in reference to him offered
the following prayer to the Almighty —“Thou knowest that the silly, Snivelling body is not
worthy even to keep a door in thy house. Cut him down as a cumberer of the ground ; tear
him up, root and branch, and cast the wild, rotten stump out of thy vineyard. Thresh him,
O Lord, and dinna spare O thrash him tightly with the flail of thy wrath, and make a strae
wisp of him to stap the mouth of hell !” His wife, Elizabeth Wilson, survived him.—[Presb.,
Sess., and Test. Reg. (Lan.), Wodrow's Anal, Sinclair's St. Ac. iii., &c.]
1744. JoHN BROWN, eldest son of William B. of Cultermains, whom he succeeded in 1736,
was licen. by the Presb. 20th Oct. 1743; pres. by Alex. Lockhart, Esq., advocate, with consent
of Geo. Lockhart, Esq. of Carnwath, Nov. 1743, ord, 20th Sept. following; trans. to Culter
4th Oct. 1750–LPresb. Reg.]
1751. JoHN MI*CAUL, son of Mr John M*C., min. of Whithorn, studied and obtained his
degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 14th April 1743, licen. by the Presb. of Wigton 15th May
2 G
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1750, pres. by Alex. Lockhart, Esq. of Craighouse, advocate -, and ord, 15th Aug.
1751; trans, to Glasgow (Tron Ch.) 26th Sept. 1782.-[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin., Presb. Reg.]
1783. JAMES FINLAYSON, trans. fr. Sansting, pres. by Gen. James Lockhart of Carnwath
24th Jan. and adm. 8th May 1783; trans, to Carstairs 29th April 17 94.—[Presb. Reg.,
Tombst.] - - -
1595. RoPERT ANDERSON, son of George A., farmer at Amulree, born 6th June 1768 ; licen.
by the Presb. of Ayr 11th Oct. 1791, pres, by Charles Lockhart Wisheart, Esq., with con-
sent of his curators, 28th Nov. 1794, ord, 29th April 1795; trans, to Eastwood 12th June
1798-|Presb. Reg.]
1799. JAMES SOMERVILLE, assist. at St. Ninians, pres. by the commissioners for Chas. Lock-
hart Wisheart of Lee and Carnwath 6th Dec. 1798, ord, 13th March, 1799; trans, to Drum-
melzier 9th Jan. 1810—[Presb. Reg., Tombst.]
1810. JoHN EDGAR, A.M., a native of Eyemouth, studied at the Univ. of St. Andrews, where
he attracted the special notice of Principal Hill, licen. by the Presb. of Chirnside 12th Aug.
1806, became assist. to the Rev. Dr Carfrae, min. of Dunbar, pres. by Sir Alex. MºDonald
Lockhart of Lee and Carnwath, Bart., 8th Feb., and ord. 26th April 1810; trans, to Foulden
3d June 1813–Presb., and Syn. Reg.] -
1813. JoHN SMITH, schoolmaster of Libberton, licen. by the Presb. 5th Dec. 1797, appointed
schoolmaster of Carnwath in 1808, pres. by Sir Alex, M*Donald Lockhart of Lee and Carn-
wath, Bart., 27th Sept., and Ord. 25th Nov. 1813; died 21st Feb. 1834, in 21st min. He
marr. Jean Stoddart, who died 9th May 1840, and had issue.—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
1834. ALEXANDER HUGH MºDEAN, licen. by the Presb. of Kintyre 15th May 1834; pres, by
his brother-in-law, Sir Norman M*Donald Lockhart of Lee and Carnwath, Bart, 17th May,
and ord, 26th Sept. Same year; trans. to Carnwath 27th Aug. and adm. 5th Dec. 1839. He
marr., 20th Nov. 1838, Sarah Anne Thomas, who died 25th Sept. 1849.-[Presb. Reg., &c.]
WALSTON.
1561. LAURENCE LESCHMAN.—|Chalmers' Caled. iii.] -
1574. THOMAS LINDESAY, exhorter in 1567, when Dolphintoune, Dunsire, and Scraling were
also under his charge, with a stipend of lxvjii. xiijs. iiijd., pres, by James VI. 4th Jan. 1580;
died 17th June 1609. He marr. Helen Smyth, who died 12th Jan. 1629, and had son
Thomas, who succeeded to the cure—[Reg. Min., Assig., and Presb., Tombst, Wodrow Miscell,
Stirling Presb., and Test. Reg. (Lam.), Wew St. Acc. vi. -
1621. THOMAS LINDSAY, A.M., Son of the preceding, studied and was laureated at the Univ.
of Glasgow in 1612; received on trials by the Presb. of Stirling 8th June 1614, gave viii. xiijs.
iiijd, toward erecting the Librarie of the Univ. of Glasgow in 1632; and died 26th Nov. 1654,
aged about 62, leaving two sons, Thomas, min. of Dunblane, who was served heir 13th Jan
1662, and Charles, min. of Covington.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb., Stirl. Presb, and Test.
Reg. (Lam.), Tombst., Ing. Ret. Gen. 4532, New St. Acc. vi.]
1655. PATRICK ANDERSON, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of St.
Andrews in 1648, adm. (between 1st May and 1st Nov.); deprived by the Act of Parliament
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11th June, and of Privy Council 1st Oct. 1662 : indulged at Kilbirnie 3d Sept. 1672, which
he refused to accept.—[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb., and Sym. Reg., Kirkton, and Wodrow’s
Hist, Wew St. Acc. vi.
1664. JoHN SHEILLs, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow in
1658; pres, by , and adm. in 1664; died in May 1677, aged about 39.—[Mun. Univ.
Glasg. iii., Presb. Reg., New St. Acc. vi.)
1676. THOMAS HARPER, A.M., studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, where he was laureated
in 1669, licen. by Geo. Bishop of Edin. 26th Feb. 1673, pres. by James Bishop of Dunblane
Feb., having passed trials, he got a testimonial, 2d March, for ordination, and was inst. 5th April
1676 ; trans, to Wiston in 1678.-Edin. Grad., Reg. Collat., Presb. Reg., Tombst.
1678. JoHN REID, A.M., studied at St. Leonard's Coll., and took his degree at the Univ. of
St. Andrews 13th April 1676, pres, by Alex. Archbishop of Glasgow jure devoluto July,
having passed trials, he got a certificate, 11th, for ordination, and was inst. 28th Sept. 1678;
trans. to Biggar in 1685.-Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc. vi.]
1686. ROBERT KINCAID, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 29th
June 1677, pres. by Christopher Baillie of Walston, Feb., having passed trials, he was certified,
3d March, for ordination, and inst. 28th April 1686; deprived by the Act of Parliament 25th
April 1690, restoring the Presbyterian Ministers.--|Edin. Grad., Presb. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min.
1689, Wew St. Acc. vi.]
1687. PATRICK ANDERSON, A.M., above-mentioned, returned previous to 6th July 1687, and
was trans, to Dalkeith 18th Nov. following. Restored by the Act of Parliament 25th April
1690, but died 22d July thereafter, aged about 63, and 35th min. He marr. Margaret
Threipland, who was joined with him in a sasine for jºli 29th Nov. 1659, and in another with
their children, 24th June 1663 of the corn mill of Biggar and pertinents. His son Mr James,
W.S. (well known as author of Collections Relating to the History of Queen Mary, and
Diplomata Scotiae), Postmaster-General, was served heir 27th Nov. 1691; and his daughter
Mary marr. David Pitcairn of Dreghorn, and was grandmother of the distinguished Principal
Robertson—[Syn., Presb., and Wew Gen. Reg. Sasines iii. iv., Ing. Ret. Gen. 7188, Murray's
Biog. Ann., Chalmers' Life of Ruddiman, Chalmers's Biog. Dict. i., Wew St. Acc. vi.]
1691. JAMES BROWN, A.M., translated from Kilbucho, called Aug., and adm. 24th Sept. ; was
a member of Assembly 1692, and trans. to Kilbucho 10th Sept. 1696–LPresb. Reg., Reg.
Gen. Ass., Peterkin's Constitution of the Church, New St. Acc. vi.]
1700. SIMON KELLIE, studied at the Univ. of Glasgow, where he was pres, to a bursary on
Z. Boyd's foundation, 19th Aug. 1693, and officiated as precentor in the Tron Kirk, licen. by
the Presb. 30th March 1699, called , and Ord. 24th April 1700; trans, to Glenholm 25th
Feb. 1703, on account of his grievances, but so highly was he esteemed by many, that “some
women” prevented his leaving the par. on the day originally fixed for his admission.—[Mun.
Univ. Glasg. iii., Wodrow's Anal. ii., Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc. vi.]
1705. THOMAS LINING, studied at the Univ. of Glasgow, licen. by the Presb. of Lanark,
16th April 1701, called 14th Feb., and ord, 10th May 1705; died 20th Dec. 1731, in 27th
min. Ann Hamilton, his relict, died at Edinburgh, 8th Jan. 1740.-Publication—Letter to Mr
234 PRESBYTERY OF BIGGAR.
John MºMillan, 1710, 4to.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb., Sess., and Edin. Reg. (Bur), Wew
Acc., vi., Wodrow’s Corresp. i., Morrison's Digest.]
[Mr ADAM PETRIE, probationer, was presented by George Lockhart of Carnwath in 1732,
but it was fallen from.—Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc. vi.]
1734. PATRICK HEPBURN, elected teacher in Geo. Heriot's Hospital Edin., 25th May 1725,
pres, by Geo. Lockhart of Carnwath, Jan., and ord, 14th Aug. 1734; trans, to Ayton 8th
March 1753–LSteven's Mem. of Heriot, Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc. vi.]
1755. JoHN THOMSON, licen. by the Presb. 18th Sept. 1740, pres, by Alex. Tockhart, Esq.,
advocate, with consent of Geo. Lockhart of Carnwath in Oct. 1753, ord, 20th May 1755; died
unmarr. 11th Aug. 1787, in 33d min. Though a good and pious man, yet he was an insuffi-
cient and unacceptable min. The congregation was dispersed, the church deserted, and for many
years the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper not dispensed.—[Presb. Reg., New St. Acc. vi., &c.]
1788. PATRICK MoLLESON, brother of the Rev. Alex. M., one of the min. of Montrose, licen.
by the Presb. of Kintyre, 20th March 1777, pres, by Count Lockhart of Carnwath 19th Dec.
1787, ord, 5th Aug. 1788, he got a new church built in 1789, was pres. to Dunsyre by Geo.
III. 16th April 1793, but having declared himself against patronage, and being opposed by the
parishioners, the Gen. Assembly, 20th May 1794, found that he ought to wave his right, and
refused the translation by a majority of 67 to 35 (in this case Mr Thos. Thomson, the most pro-
found and legal antiquary of his day, made his first appearance as a counsel). Mr M. died 16th
Jan. 1825, in his 80th year, and 37th min. During his incumbency he drew together a re-
spectable congregation, and secured them to the church by his fidelity and diligence. He was
alive to every good work, and to his exertions, not only the par. but the neighbouring one of
Biggar is indebted for the foundation of its library in 1797. He marr. Jane Doig, who died
13th April 1835, and had David, Patrick, and Crawford, merchants in Glasgow and London,
Ann, and another, who marr. Mr James Molleson, surgeon, Muirdrum.—Publication—Account
of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. vii.)—[Presb. Reg., Scot's Mag. lvi., Tombst., Wew St. Acc. vi., &c.]
1825. JoHN WILSON, studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, licen, by the Presb. of Lanark 2d
Aug. 1820, pres, to Covington by Sir Charles Macdonald Lockhart, of Lee and Carnwath,
Bart., Aug. and Sept. 1820, but given up on the decision of the Court of Session in the similar
case of a neighbouring par., pres. to this par. by the same patron, April, and Ord. 22d Sept. 1825,
suspended by the Gen. Assembly 30th May 1842 from his judicial functions as a member of
Presb., and other superior judicatories, till after the first Wednesday of March next, for holding
communion with the ministers of Strathbogie; died 28th Dec. 1858, in his 65th year, and 34th
min. He marr. 6th Feb. 1829, Jane S. Walker Arnott, who died at Newcastle, 12th April
1861–Publication—Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. vi.)—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Acts
of Ass., New St. Acc. vi., &c.]
(Name of the Parish Unknown.)
1651. WILLIAM BROWN, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow in
1648, he was one of the members of Assembly 23d July, and adhered to the Protesting party
in the church.-[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Peterkin's Records.]
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PRESBYTERY OF PEEBLES.
Proposed to be erected by the Gen. Assembly in April 1581. The Register commences 11th Oct. 1596, and
is contained in sixteen volumes, having chasms from 26th Sept. 1605 to 16th March 1616, 25th July 1632
to 2d Aug. 1638, and 28th April 1692, to 5th May 1699.
PEEBLES,
The Church was dedicated to St. Andrew, and was formerly held by the Archdeacon of Glasgow.
1571. THOMAS CRANSTOUN, trans. fr. Liberton, entered at Beltyn to minister the Sacraments to
the haill Schyre, with iſ merks of stipend, re-trans, to Liberton.—[Reg. Min, Booke of the
Kirk.]
1573. ARCHIBAL.D Doug LAs, brother-german to Will. D. of Caveris, pres. to the Archdea-
conry by James VI., 8th June, which was ratified 25th Dec. 1577. In 1574 he had ij" ii. of
stipend. He seems to have betaken himself to Manor in 1586, but yet held the benefice, and
continued in 1608, but died before 20th April 1610, in 37th min. His son, Mr John,
was served heir 28th Dec. thereafter.—[Reg. Pres., and Assig., Presb., and Edin. Presb. Reg.,
JBooke of the Kirk, MS. Tak of Ettilston, Calderwood's Hist. iv., Ing. Ret. Peebl, 45, 129, et
Gen. 517, Wodrow Miscell.] -
1610. THEODORE HAY, A.M., prom. fr. Regent in the Univ. of Glasgow, pres, by James VI
20th April. He was a member of the Courts of High Commission 21st Dec. 1615, 15th June
1619, and 21st Dec. 1634. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of St. Andrews, 29th July
1616, subscribed the Protestation for the liberties of the Kirk, with fifty-four others, 27th June
1617, was on the leet for Edinburgh in 1621, gave j merks towards building the Library of
the Univ. of Glasg., 1st Aug. 1632; continued 7th June 1643, but demitted in 1648, and was
dead before 26th Oct. 1652, leaving a widow, and a son, who succeeded to the cure.—[Reg.
Pres., and Assig., Calderwood's Hist., Bannatyne iii., and Maitland Miscell. ii., Orig. Lett. ii.,
Scot's Apolog. Relat, Presb. Reg., Commiss. to Ass. 1638, Mun. Univ. Glasg. ii., iii., Pennecuik's
Works, Wisbet's Her. ii., Baillie's Lett. i.
1643. JoHN HAY, B.D., eldest son of the preceding, studied and took the degree of A.M. at
the Univ. of Edinburgh, 24th July 1630, and at Cambridge, where he held a fellowship, and
obtained his higher degree, adm. (colleague) 7th June 1643, for which the Presb. had to
acknowledge their disobedience to the Acts of the Assembly “upon their knees” before the
Synod. He was appointed to attend the Master of Hay's Regiment by the Assembly, 11th June
1646, and was on the Commissions of Assembly 1646, 1648, 1649, was pres. by John, Lord
Yester 12th Oct. 1648, coll. 14th Feb. 1649. In Oct. 1661 he was proposed for the Bishop-
ric of Caithness, and died 3d Oct. 1666, aged 53, in 24th min., leaving three sons, Mr Theo-
dore, Henry, teacher in Peebles, and William (bursar to the Presb. 1675-1679), and a daugh.,
Lillias.--|Presb., Sess, and Linton Sess. Reg., Edin. Grad., Kirkton, and Wodrow’s Hist, Acts of
Ass., Nicoll’s Diary, Peterkin's Records, Pennecuik's Works, Misbet's Her. ii., Ing. Ret. Gen.
7062, Wew St. Acc. iii, Chambers's Peebles.]
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1667. JoHN HAy, A.M., trans. fr. Govan, adm. 20th June ; died 1690, before 4th Nov.,
aged about 56, in 29th min., when his son, Mr John, was served heir.—[Presb. Reg., Mor-
rison's Dec. xviii., Ing. Ret. Gen. 7069, MS. Acc. of Min. 1689.
1687. JAMES FEITHIE, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh
9th July 1656, was a prisoner for holding conventicles, and ordered to be liberated 4th July
1679, became Chaplain to the Trinity Hospital Edinburgh, was confined to the Bass, and
allowed liberty to walk on the rock, with an allowance of eightpence a day, on account of his
poverty, 19th Sept. 1685, called , and adm. 17th Nov. 1687, died (between 5th and 20th)
Nov. 1689, aged about 53. A daugh, Elizabeth, was served heir, 3d Nov. 1691. Edin.
Grad., Wodrow’s Hist. iii., iv., Crichton's Mem. of Blackadder, Presb. Reg., Ing. Ret. Gen. 7185.]
[Mr RoPERT KNox, formerly of Glasgow, was presented. in 1690, but not settled (being
an Episcopalian)—Presb. Reg., Mem, of Vetch. 2
1690. WILLIAM WETCH, A.M., trans. fr. Whitton-hall (Morebattle), called 24th Aug., and
adm. 18th Sept., notwithstanding the opposition of James Duke of Queensberry ; was a mem-
ber of the Assemblies 1690-1692, and after various harassing and vexatious proceedings,
and receiving calls from Edinburgh, Paisley, and Dumfries, was trans. to the latter 6th April
1694, leaving the parish and surrounding country with great aversion, to which he anxiously
wished to return. He was refused the stipend during his incumbency, by the influence of his
enemies and the decision of the Supreme Court ; so that, including his law expenses, he lost
above x” merks,—[Memoir, Mem, of Mrs V., Reg., and Acts of Ass., Presb., and Syn. Reg.,
Calamy's Acc. iv., Rule's Sec. Windication.]
1696. JAMES THOMSONE, trans. fr. Tweedsmuir, called 16th Sept., and adm. 25th Nov. ;
died 29th Sept. 1712, in his 56th year and 25th min. He marr, 16th Oct. 1691, Susanna
Carmichael.—[Presb., and St. Cuthbert's Reg. (Marr.)
1717. JoHN HAY, nephew to the last-mentioned Mr John H., chaplain to John Marquis of
Tweeddale ; licen. by the Presb. of Haddington 27th June 1710; pres. by William Earl of
March and his curators in 1713; being opposed by the magistrates on account of his youth,
he was only ord, 26th June 1717; died 1st June 1760, in his 80th year, and 43d min. He
marr., 7th Feb. 1718, Margaret, daugh. of Rob. Brown of Coalston ; 2dly, Henrietta Porteous,
who died 31st March 1762.--|Presb., Syn., and W. Berwick Sess. Reg., Acts of Ass.,
Tombst., &c.] -
1761. WILLIAM DALGLEISH, licen. by the Presb. of Edinburgh 26th March 1760, pres, by
Will. Earl of March Nov. following, ord. 2d July 1761. Had a new church built in 1783;
and a grass glebe having been designed to him, an action of reduction was brought to set it
aside, on the ground that it had been feued out in small divisions to the inhabitants of the
burgh on the eve of the Reformation. The action was, however, dismissed 23d June 1784.
He had D.D. from the Univ. of Edinburgh 20th Nov. 1786, was appointed Chaplain to the
Peebles-sh. Regt. of Volunteers, and died 20th Sept. 1807, in his 74th year and 47th min.,
distinguished by superior endowments of mind, eminent qualifications for the ministry, fervent
piety, persuasive eloquence, sweet temper, and unwearied diligence. He marr., 7th July 1773,
Jean Gibson, who died at Edinburgh 7th Sept. 1819–Publications—The True Sonship of
Christ investigated, Lond., 1776. The Self-existence and Supreme Deity of Christ defended,
DRUMMEH/IER, 237
Edin, 1777, 12mo. Two single Sermons, Edin, 1793, 1808, 8vo. Sermons on the Chief
Doctrines and Duties of the Christian Religion, 4 vols., Edin., 1799-1807, 8vo. Religion, its
Importance, &c., Edin., 1801, 8vo. Addresses and Prayers, Edin., 1804, 8vo. Account of -
the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. xii.)—[Presb. and Syn. Reg., Edin. Grad, Morrison's Digest,
Sinclair's Xii., and New St. Acc. iii., Pennicuik's Works, Chalmers' Caled. ii., &c.]
1808. John LEE, M.D., son of James L., Mains of Torwoodlee, studied at the Univ. of Edin-
burgh, where he took his degree 24th June 1801, (that of A.M. having been conferred by
the Univ. of St. Andrews same year); he became a tutor, and was licen, by the Presb. of Dalkeith
16th July 1804, his trials having been transferred from that of Edinburgh; was ord, by the latter
Presb. 17th June 1807 as min. of the Presbyterian congregation, Hanover St., London; pres.
to this par. by the commissioner for Will. Duke of Queensberry same year; adm. 7th April
1808; (having been inducted Professor of Divinity and Ecclesiastical History in St. Mary’s
Coll., St. Andrews), his demission was accepted 21st Oct. 1812.-[St. And, Univ. Caſ.,
Presb., and Syn. Reg., Wew St. Acc. i., &c.] -
1813. ROBERT BUCHANAN, a native of Callander, tutor in the family of Francis Earl of
Wemyss and March, licen, by the Presb. of Haddington 20th Oct. 1812, pres, by the said Earl
in March, and ord, 1st July 1813; having been inducted Prof. of Logic in the Univ. of Glas-
gow, his demission was accepted 6th Oct. 1824.—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
1825. JoHN ELLIOT, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 13th
March 1809, licen. by the Presb. of Dalkeith 31st March 1818, pres. by Francis Earl of Wemyss
and March Oct. 1824, ord, 3d March 1825; died 28th April, 1847, in 23d min. He marr.,
28th Aug. 1828, Janet, daugh. of Joseph Scott, Esq. she died 30th May 1844, without
issue.—Publication—Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. iii.)—[Edin. Grad., Presb., and Syn.
Reg., Tombst., &c.] - -
2D CHARGE.
1586. ADAM DICKESONE, Reader at Eddleston 1574, and at Peebles 1576-1586. He
attended the Synod 12th Oct. 1586.-[Reg. Assig., Wodrow Miscell, Calderwood's Hist.]
1600. GAVIN MAKCALL, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 28th
July 1596, adm. 15th Oct. 1600; trans, to Traquair 4th Aug. 1603–LReg. Laur. Univ.
Edin., Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg.]
DRUMMELZIER,
Previous to the Reformation Drummelzier was a vicarage of Stobo.
1576. THOMAS BISSAIT, exhorter 1567, had Dawyk added to his charge in 1571, was
reader at both in 1574; Dawik was in the charge 1576; deposed (by the Presb. of Edinburgh)
22d Aug. 1592, but is still in the Register 1593.−|Reg. Min., and Assig., Wodrow Miscell.,
Edin. Presb., and Test. Reg.]
1595. RoBERT LIVINGSTOUN, translated from Ellem ; Brochton, Kilbocho, and Glenholm were
also in the charge ; trans, to Skirling—[Reg. Assig.
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1598. ARCHIBALD Row, A.M., sixth son of Mr John R., min. of Perth, bapt. 23d March
1571, studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 28th July 1596, adm. 4th
Oct. 1598; trans, to Stobo in 1603–Scott's Lives, Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin, and Assig, Edin.
Grad., Presb., and Edin. Presb. Reg.] -
1603. CoIIN Row, A.M., brother of the preceding, and eighth and youngest son of Mr R.,
bapt. 1st March 1576. Left an infant by his father, he was boarded with his elder brother
James, min. of Kilspindie ; studied and was laureated at the same Univ. 29th July 1598;
adm, in 1603; got liberty to transport from the Presb. 16th Feb. 1604, was proposed for
Tillicoultry 22d Aug. thereafter, but settled in St. Quivox same year.—[Scott's Lives, Reg.
Laur. Univ. Edin, Edin. Grad, Presb., Stirling Presb., and Test. Reg., Rel. Mon. vi.]
1605. ALEXANDER GREG, A.M., son of Thomas G., min. of North Berwick, also studied and
obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 29th July 1598, gave xlii toward building the
Library in the Univ. of Glasgow 1st Aug. 1632, continued near forty years, and died, leaving
Lillias Geddes widow.—[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin., Old Dec. ii., iii., and Assig, Edin. Grad,
Presb., and Haddington Presb. Reg., Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii.]
1645. RoPERT FLEMING, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 24th
July 1630, ord, 27th Feb. 1645; deposed 4th May 1648, for fornication, &c.; died April
1656, aged about 46. There was in his chamber in Lynton ane furnisht bed estimat at xxii,
Frie Geir, dd., jºviij Xvijlijs. viijd.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad., Presb., Edin.
Sess., and Test. Reg.]
1649. RICHARD BROWNE, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of St. Andrews in
1641, became servant to John Earl of Wigton, and got a testimonial from the Presb. of Glas-
gow 22d April 1646, called , and pres. by the said Earl in 1648, ord, 13th Feb. 1649.
With six other min. of the Presb., he was required by the Priv. Council, 12th Dec. 1661, to
compear and answer for assisting in the admission of the min. of Manor, under pain of rebellion.
Although he complied not with the Episcopal form of Church government, he continued till he
was deprived by the Test in 1681-[Presb., Sess, and (Syn.) Jedburgh Presb. Reg., Wodrow’s
Hist. i.]
1683. JAMES SIMSON, trans. fr. Broughton, call , and inst. and adm. 1st March ;
deprived by the Act of Parliament 25th April 1690 restoring the Presbyterian min. He
marr. 12th Nov. 1674, Elizabeth Seaton.—[Presb., Sess, and Edin. Reg. (Marr), M.S. Acc. of
Min. 1689.] -
1688. RICHARD BROWNE, A.M., above-mentioned, returned 23d August, and preached
in the kirk four Sundays, 25th Aug. to 15th Sept. 1689, but as the incumbent was still in
the manse, and the Act of Parliament for restoring the old ministers had not been touched with
the sceptre, and so no call given, he went back to Edinburgh, and returned 8th June 1690;
was a member of the following Assembly, as well as that of 1692; and died after 20th April
1698.-[Presb. and Sess. Reg., Reg. Gen. Ass., and Old Dec. ii., Peterkin's Constitution.]
1700. PATRICK RUSSELL called (between 17th Aug. and 6th Sept.) 1699, ord, 31st Jan.
following; deposed, 30th Oct. 1702, for fornication, which was taken off by the Synod 8th
Nov. 1711–LPresb. Reg.] - . .
1705. JoHN WALLACE, lic. by the Presb. of Kirkcaldy 7th March 1702, called 28th Feb.
EDDLESTON. 239
and ord, 10th May 1705; died 3d June 1733, in his 59th year, and 29th min, leaving a son
William, who succeeded to the cure.—[Presb. Reg., Tombst., Pennicuik's Works.]
1734. WILLIAM WALLACE, son of the preceding, licen, by the Presb. of Haddington 13th
March 1733, pres, by John Earl of Wigton same year, ord. 20th March 1734; died 11th
July 1786, in his 79th year, and 53d min.—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Tombst, Morrison's
Dec. xvii.]
1787. WILLIAM WELSH, trans. fr. Manor, pres, by Will, Duke of Queensberry Dec. 1786,
adm. 29th Nov. thereafter ; died 28th Jan. 1806 ; in 31st min. He was thrice marr., and
left Marion Tweedie relict, who died 28th Nov. 1837. A daugh. Catharine, marr. Mr James
Tod, Raecleuch.-Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. vii.).—[Presb. Reg.,
Sinclair's St. Acc. iii., &c.]
1807. RobFRT HALDANE, son of Mr H., farmer at Overtown, Lecropt, born 27th Jan. 1772
and named after the proprietor of Airthrey, educated at the school of Dunblane, studied at the
Univ. of Glasgow, became tutor in the family at Leddriegreen, Strathblane, and afterwards in
that of Moray of Abercairney, licen. by the Presb. of Auchterarder 5th Dec. 1797, pres, by
John Graeme, Esq. of Eskbank, W.S., Aug. 1806, ord, 19th March 1807; having been adm.
Professor of Mathematics in the Univ. of St Andrews, his resignation was accepted, 2d Oct,
1809–LPresb. Reg.] - -
1810. JAMES SOMERVILLE, trans. fr. Symington, pres, by John Graeme, Esq., W.S., Oct. 1809;
adm. 1st Feb. after. Had D.D. from the Univ. of Edinburgh 4th Jan. 1838. By joining in the
Free Secession and signing the deed of Demission, he was declared no longer min. of this church,
24th June 1843, and died 8th May 1844, in his 83d year, and 46th min. He marr, 2d July 1799,
|Margaret Moodie; 2dly, 27th March 1807, Caroline, daugh. of Mr Alex. Welsh, in Putervan.
—Publications—Remarks on an Article in the Edin. Review, in which the doctrine of Hume
on Miracles is maintained, Edin. 1815, 8vo. The Penitent Sinner T)irected to the Peace of
the Gospel, Edin. 1838, 18mo. Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. iii.).—[Presb. Reg., Edin.
Grad, Acts of Ass., &c.] r -
EDDLESTON,
Previous to the Reformation the church was a prebend of Glasgow.
1560. GEORGE HAY, son of Hay of Linplum, was Parson both of this par, and of Rathven,
which he held by a dispensation from the Pope, but conformed at the Reformation. In 1561 he
was one of those who argued against the idolatry of the Queen. In the succeeding year he
was a member of Assembly, and appointed, as superintendent of Glasgow, 2d July, to preach
alternately with another in the unplanted kirks of Carrick till next Assembly. Such was his
influence that he was “called the minister of the Court” at the Assembly June 1564; and
being appointed to argue against Knox on the obedience due to magistrates, he declined, being
of a similar opinion with him. In 1567 he had the thryd of both parsonages, providing he
insist diligently in the ministry, and cause his kirk where he makes not residence to be suffi-
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ciently served, and charge no farther stipend. In 1568, on a complaint to the Gen. Assembly
by And. Murray of Blackbaronie, in name of the parishioners, of his neither preaching the
Word nor ministering the Sacrament, he was sharply rebuked. He appears, however, to have
betaken him to his other benefice,—[Booke of the Kirk, Keith, and Calderwood's Hist, Reg.
Min., and Pres, Murray's MS. Petition, Wodrow’s Biog., M*Ure's Glasg.]
1580. JoHN SYDE or FAWSYDE. He desired to get the par. of Ormistoun 13th Feb.
1583; he continued however in 1586.-[Reg. Assig., Dalkeith Presb. Reg.]
1593. JAMES LOGANE, trans, fr. Leith 2d charge, pres, by John Murray of Blackbaronie
(before 6th March) 1592, entered 22d April 1593; was nominated by the Assembly 1606
as constant Moderator of Presb, and they were charged, 17th Jan, following, to receive him
within twenty-four hours after notice, under pain of rebellion ; was a member of the Assembly
1610; and pres. to Hopkailzie by James VI, 10th Oct. 1615, which he held in conjunction;
was a member of the Court of High Commission 15th June 1619, and continued 22d Aug. 1622.
Katharine Clephane, widow, still possessed the manse in Dec. 1649, as property acquired by
her husband while min. here, which the Presb. disallowed, and designed to Mr Scott, the in-
cumbent—[Murray's MS. Petition, Presb., Edin. Presb., Test, and Priv. Counc. Reg., Reg.
Assig, Old Dec. iv., Pres., et Sec. Sigill, Booke of the Kirk, Calderwood's Hist.]
1624. JoHN MAITLAND, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 30th
June 1617; desired to be heard privately before the Presb. of Haddington, as a young man.
expectant in the ministry 15th April 1618. He was a member of the Court of High Com-
mission 21st Oct. 1634, continued 29th March 1637, and was perhaps trans, to Glenkirk,
Earlston.—[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin., and Old Dec. iv., Sub, val, book of Tiends, Presb., and Had-
dington Presb. Reg., Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Edin. Grad, Maitland Miscell. ii., Baillie's Lett. i.]
1639. DAVID NEISH, fr. the Presb. of Dunse and Chirnside, was enrolled on the exercise at
Haddington 11th March 1629-– Haddington Presb. Reg., Wodrow’s MSS. lxiii.]
1640. RobHRT SCOTT, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St Andrews in
1632, pres, by the Presb. 3d and inst. 24th Sept. 1640; deposed 5th May 1659, for offensive
expressions, &c., which sentence was taken off 4th Dec. 1660.-[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And,
Presb. Reg., Peterkin's Records.] X-
1660. ALEXANDER DICKSON, A.M., trans. fr. Kirkurd, called 28th May 1659, adm. 30th
May 1660; continued 14th April 1664.—[Presb. Reg.]
1665. JAMEs SMYTH, A.M., trans. fr. Innerleithen, inst. 1st June ; died 26th Aug. 1673,
in 55th age and 33d min. His son George got a bursary from the Presb. of Glasgow in 1678.
—[Presb., and Glasg. Presb. Reg., Tombst.] *
1674. JAMES FINDLAY, A.M., trans. fr. Traquair, pres, by Anne Countess of Traquair, and
inst. 28th May ; continued 7th Nov. 1682. He marr. Jean Hay and had a son James.—
[Presb., and Glasg. Reg. (Bapt.).] - -
1683. THOMAS SMYTH, licen. by Alex. Bishop of Edinburgh 8th July 1675, having been
recommended, after passing trials, by the Presb. of Dalkeith, was on trials for Manor, but inst.
and adm, here 21st Feb. ; died (between 6th July and 2d Nov.) 1687, in 5th min. He marr.,
3d Aug. 1683, Margaret Tod, relict of Walter Smart, Fisherrow.—[Reg. Collat., Presb., and
Carrington Sess. Reg. -
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1688. JAMEs BUCHAN, A.M., formerly of Prestonpans, inst. 16th April ; deposed for charm-
ing, and removed with his family Sept. 1691; was elected House Governor of Geo. Heriot's
Hospital, Edin, 7th Aug. 1699, and died 1st July. 1702–LPresb., and Edin. Reg. (Bur),
MS. Acc. of Min, 1689, Reg. Geri. Ass, 1692, Steven's Mem. of Heriot.]
1692. THOMAS TAIT, called 18th Nov. 1691, ord, 13th April following; died (between
25th March and 29th Oct.) 1696–LPresb. Reg.]
1697. JAMEs ROBERTSON, son of a merchant in Edinburgh, descended from the family of
Struan, became chaplain to the laird of Stevenson, and was licen, by the Presb. of Haddington
19th March 1696, called 28th Nov. following, and ord, 9th June thereafter ; died 6th Nov.
1747, in his 77th year and 51st min. He marr., Sept. 1703, Margaret Crichton, relict of
Alex, Smith, merchant, burges of Edinburgh, and had a son, Alexander, who succeeded to the
benefice.—[Presb., Syn., and Edin. Reg. (Marr), New St. Acc. iii., &c.]
1735. ALEXANDER ROBERTSON, A.M., son of the preceding, licen, by the Presb., 30th May
1733, called 17th April, and ord, (assist. and suc.) 16th July 1735; died 16th Feb. 1773, in
63d age, and 38th min. He marr. Christian, daugh. of Mr Stephen Paton, min, of Newlands,
she died 1st June 1792, and had Patrick, who succeeded to the cure, Alexander, who died in
London, Jean, spouse of Mr James Robertson, min. of Ratho, Christian, spouse of Mr David
Deuchar, seal engraver, Edinburgh.-[Edin. Grad, Presb., and Syn. Reg., Wew St. Acc. iii.,
Lockerby's Life of J. Brown, &c.] *
1774. PATRICK ROBERTSON, son of the preceding, educated at the par. school of Temple,
studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, licen, by the Presb. 10th March 1773, pres. by the Hon.
Geo. Murray of Blackbarony, Aug. following, ord, 10th March 1774. Had D.D. from
the Univ. of St. Andrews, 22d Dec. 1808, and died 3d May 1822, in his 74th year, and
49th min. He was faithful to all under his care ; laboured zealously to promote their wel-
fare; and was ever ready to assist when a scheme of benevolence, or a mission of mercy required
his aid. He marr. 9th July 1785, Marjory, daugh. of Mr Will. Crawford, merchant,
Leith. She died 27th Feb. 1825, and had Alex, merchant, Florence, Patrick, his successor
in the living, James, W.S., and two daugh.-Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair St.
Acc. xvii.)—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Wew St. Acc. iii., Roger's Scott. Minstrels i., &c.]
1820. PATRICK ROBERTSON, jun., licen. by the Presb. 5th June 1816, pres, by Alex., Lord
Ellibank, with concurrence of the Hon. Alex. Murray, younger, of Elibank, 23d and 24th
Nov. 1818, ord, (assist, and suc.) 13th April 1820; got the church rebuilt in 1829, had D.D.
from the Univ. of St. Andrews, 13th March 1852, and died 14th April 1856, in 63d
age, and 37th min. He marr. 24th Feb. 1829, Janet Scott Bogle, she died at Broughty-
ferry 11th April 1866, aged 74, and had Pat., Alex, Lieut. H.E.I.C.S., and others.-Pub-
lication—Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. iii.)—[Presb, and Syn. Reg., &c.]
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sy
INNERLEITHEN,
The Church was dedicated to St. Mungo, and formerly belonged to the Abbey of Kelso.
1585. WILLIAM SANDERSON, Hopecalzo and Traquair were also under his care, pres, to the
Vicarage by James VI, 24th May 1599, died (before 5th Feb.) 1607.- Reg. Assig., and Pres.,
Booke of the Kirk, Presb., Edin. Presb., and Test. Reg.]
1607. PATRICK SANDERSON, son of the preceding, Exhorter at Henderlethane Beltyn 1571,
and Reader at Innerleithen and Hopcalzo 1574, and at the former only 1576-1580; pres, to
the Vicarage by James VI, 5th Feb. 1607; continued (though old and weak) 14th July 1641,
but died before 17th April 1645. Isobel Tait widow.—[Reg. Min., Assig., and Pres., Presb.
Reg., Wodrow Miscell.]
1641. JAMES SMYTH, A.M., studied and graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh in 1640, ord,
(colleague) 14th July 1641; pres, by John, Earl of Traquair, 20th March, and inst. 21st June
1644, was a member of the Commission of Assembly 1645, and was trans, to Eddleston in
1665–|Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb., and Syn. (Jedburgh Presb.) Reg., Reg. Old Dec. iii.,
Acts of Ass.] -
1666. GEORGE FORBEs, trans. fr. Portpatrick, pres. by John, Earl of Traquair——-, coll.—
Feb., and inst. 1st March; trans, to Traquair in 1674.—[Presb. Reg., Morrison's Dec. xviii.]
1674. HEW GRAY, A.M., trans, fr. Kailzie, inst. 9th Sept. ; continued 8th June 1681,–
[Presb. Reg., Morrison's Dec. xviii.]
1682. ALEXANDER GRAY, probably son of the preceding, inst. 16th Aug., demitted Oct.
1695. He marr. 11th Nov. 1692, Elizabeth Porteous, in the par. of Tweedsmuir, and had a
son, Hugh.--|Presb., and Sess. Reg., Reg. Old Dec. ii., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.]
1697. THOMAS LOWEs, A.M., formerly of Galashiels, called in 1696, adm. 3d March 1697;
died (between 3d and 24th) Nov. 1703, aged about 82-[Presb., and Sess. Reg.]
1706. JAMES GRAY, licen, by the Presb. of Earlston 23d Nov. 1699, called 28th Nov. 1705,
ord. 3d May thereafter ; died 7th June 1726, in his 50th year, and 21st min. He had, a son,
James.—[Presb., and Sess. Reg., Pennecuik's Works, Tombst.]
1727. GILBERT HUTCHESON, trans. fr. Lyne, called 16th Feb., arid adm. 24th May ; died
4th Sept. 1754, in 63d age, and 32d min. He marr. Janet Gray, who died 15th Aug.
1780, and had William, Kathren, and Janet.—[Presb., Lyne Sess., and Syn. Reg.,
Tombst., &c.]
1755. STEPHEN OLIVER, licen. by the Presb. of Selkirk, 1st Oct. 1751, pres, by William,
Earl of March, April, and ord, 11th Sept. 1755; trans, to Maxton, 3d July 1776.-[Presb.
Req.
f 77. RoPERT Scott, born near Hawick, licen. by the Presb. of Selkirk, 2d Aug. 1774,
pres, by Will. Earl of March and Ruglen, 21st Dec. 1776, ord, 1st May 1777; got a new
church built in 1786, and died 5th June 1796, in 52d age, and 20th min. He acquired the
property of Coldhouse, and marr. 28th June 1781, Margaret, daugh. of Dr. Tho. Chisholme,
surgeon, Selkirk, she died at Edinburgh 27th Jan, 1817, and had Thomas C. register of
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Purneah, Bengal, Charles James, Agnes, and Alexander, friend of the noble Poet, Byron.--
[Presb. Reg., Tombst., New St. Acc. iii., &c.] - -
1797. JosiºPH JoHNSTON, Chaplain to the Charity Workhouse, Edinburgh, licen, by the
Presb, thereof, 27th Feb. 1771, and ord, by them (at the request of the Committee on the
Royal Bounty), 10th April following, as a Missionary in Zetland, where he officiated for three
years. He then joined the Presb. of Relief, and was settled at Kinghorn, before 24th Feb.
1779. On professing his sorrow he was again received into Communion by the Presb. of Edin.
30th April 1788, his moral character being unimpeachable, and admonished to be more
steady and uniform in his future conduct. Pres, by Will, Duke of Queensberry (on the appli-
cation of Mr Benj. Bell, surgeon, Edin.) 25th Nov. 1796, adm, 16th March, 1797, died 28th
June 1808, in 38th min. He marr. Christian Grandison, who died 23d June 1824. Their
only daugh, marr. Capt. Albert Cummings of London.—Publications—(Two single) Sermons,
Edin. 1778, 1802, 8vo., Sermons on Practical Subjects, Edin. 1789, 8vo.—[Presb. Reg.,
Tombst., &c.] - - -
1809. JAMES PATE, licen, by the Presb. of Dunoon, 27th March 1781, became Keeper of
Stirling's Library, Glasgow, pres, by Rich. Alex. Oswald, of Auchencruive, Esq., in 1808,
ord. 28th April 1809; died 7th May 1831, in his 91st year, and 31st min. He marr. 16th
Dec. 1824, Jean, daugh, of Tho. Potts, Esq., Jedburgh.—Publication—Account of the Parish
(jointly) (New St. Acc. iii.)—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
1833. PATRICK Booth, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. and Marisc. Coll.,
Aberdeen, licen. by the Presb. thereof, 6th Dec. 1832, pres, by Livingston Booth, Esq., mer-
chant, Aberdeen, and ord. (assist, and suc.) 4th July 1833; died 22d May 1859, aged 49, in
26th min. He marr. 12th July 1842, Robina Williamson, and had issue.—Publications—
Sermons, Edin. 1848, fep. 8vo., Essay on the Existence and Attributes of God, Edin. 1855,
fep. 8vo., Account of the Parish (jointly) (New St. Acc. iii.)—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
KIRKURHD.
Previous to the Reformation the Church belonged to the Trinity College Church, Edinburgh.
1574. ARCHIBAL.D Doug LAs, son of John D., burges of Edinburgh, pres, by James VI. 30th
July 1574, when Linton and Newlandis were also under his care, with a stipend of lii., re-
moved to Lynton before 1576, but returned about 1585, was refused collation to Skirling,
20th June 1592, and died before 19th April 1616–LReg. Pres, and Assig., Presb., Edin.
Presb., Test, and Edin. Counc. Reg., Calderwood's Hist, Wodrow Miscell.]
1616. JoHN BENNET, A.M., trans. fr. Broughton, pres. by the Town-Council of Edinburgh,
19th April 1616, gave x merks towards building the Library in the Univ. of Glasgow, 1st
Aug. 1632, was a member of the Assembly 1638, and died same year, aged about 53.—
[Presb., and Edin. Counc. Reg., Ing. Ret, de Tut. 262, Stevenson's Hist, Peterkin's Records,
Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., New St. Acc. iii.]
1639. THOMAS LAMB, A.M., formerly of Glenluce, one of those who were obliged to betake
themselves to another way of life, waiting for better days, whom the Gen. Assembly, 16th
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Dec. 1638, recommended as meriting to be regarded in supplying vacancies; pres, by the
Magistrates and Town Council of Edin. (through the influence of the ministers of the city), 11th
Jan., and adm. 25th April 1639. It being reported that he had struck a man, which caused his
death, he was suspended by the Presb., but appealed to the Gen. Assembly 1641, who, getting
the Presb, agreed, remitted him, 31st July, to their consideration. Next day being Sunday, and
the Assembly still sitting, in walking from Leith to Edin., and under the necessity of reliev-
ing himself in the corn-rigs of Restalrig, John Tutop, to whom the corn belonged, challenged
him, and took possession of his hat and gloves, which irritated him so much that he drew his
whinger, and killed him by a stroke; on which he was apprehended and imprisoned, tried for
murder before the Lord High Constable, it being committed within four miles of the sitting of
Parliament, deposed by the Presb. 2nd Sept., and shortly thereafter publicly executed, aged
about 42. Helen Bisset, widow.—[Edin. Counc., Presb., Syn., and Prestonpans Sess. Reg.,
1642. ALEXANDER DICKSON, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edin.
25th July 1638; pres. by the Magistrates and Town Council of Edin. 10th Nov. 1641 ; ord.
7th Feb. following, was a member of the Commissions of Assembly 1645-1648, and trans. to
Eddleston 26th Oct. 1659, which was affirmed by the Synod 2nd May 1660.-[Reg. Lawr.
Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad., Edin. Counc., Presb., and Syn. Reg., Acts of Ass.]
1661. JoHN PHILP, A.M., eldest son of James P., writer, Edinburgh, obtained his degree
at the Univ. there July 1654, pres. by the Magistrates and Council of Edin. 2nd August,
and adm. 30th Oct. 1661, inst. (between 2nd April and 14th May) 1663; trans. to Queens-
ferry in 1677.-[Edin. Grad., Presb. Reg.]
1678. GEORGE ROBERTSON, A.M., trans. from Queensferry ; pres. by the Town Council of
Edin. 25th July 1677, inst. 16th Jan. thereafter ; deposed 3rd Nov. 1680, for fornication.—
[Edin. Counc., and Presb. Reg.]
1681. LAURENCE MERCER, A.M., trans. fr. Craigie, pres, by the Town Council of Edin. 1st
Dec. 1680, inst. 11th May following; probably deprived on account of the Test.—[Edin.
Counc., and Presb. Reg.]
1683. DAVID SPENCE, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh in
1671, appointed by the Town Council of Edin. 29th Dec. 1682, inst. 25th July after ;
discharged to preach by a rabble, or strangers, in Jan., yet continued till 25th April, when he
was again discharged by four or five persons, who carried off the poor's box, mortcloth, and
other articles belonging to the church. On a petition, however, he was protected by the Com-
mittee of Estates 1st May, but deprived by the Privy Council, 17th Sept. 1689, for not
reading the Proclamation of the Estates, not praying for their majesties William and Mary,
not observing the thanksgiving, and not intimating the proclamation for the French and Irish
Protestants; and declaring publicly it was as lawful to go and hear mass, as to hear a sermon
in a meeting-house.—[Edin. Grad, Edin. Counc., and Presb. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689,
Peterkin's Constitut. of the Church, Rule's Sec. Windication, Acts Parl. ix.]
1690. ALEXANDER BRUCE, A.M., second son of Robert B. of Kennet, studied and attained his
degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 26th July 1657, got the lands of Gartlet in patrimony from
his father 2nd March 1670 ; called by the Town Council of Edin. (at the request of the
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parishioners) 18th Dec. 1689, and ord. 24th July 1690; demitted (which was accepted) 26th
July 1693, went to Ireland, and obtained a meeting-house in Belfast, where he died, April
1704, aged about 67, in 14th min. He marr. in 1677 Margaret, eldest daugh. of James
Cleland of Stonypath, and had two sons, the Rev. Robert Bruce of Gartlet, and James, who resided
many years at Barbadoes, was a member of the Assembly, and Judge of the Court of Common
Pleas; and having made a handsome fortune proposed returning to Scotland, when he died in
London.—[Douglas’ Bar., Edin. Counc., and Presb. Reg., Edin. Grad., M.S. Acc. of Min.
1689, Scots Mag. xi, Chambers's Peebles, Life in Jamieson's Scottish Dict., &c.]
1694. ALEXANDER WALKER had been chaplain to the eminent Lord President Lock-
hart, was adm. schoolmaster, clerk, and precentor at Lynton, 22nd May 1692; called by the
Presb. jure devoluto 22nd August, and ord, 2nd Nov. 1694; his demission of 29th Jan. was
accepted 13th Feb. 1740, when he went, resided, and died at his estate of Slipperfield. He
marr., and had two sons, John and William, min. of Mackerston ; and two daugh., one of
whom marr. a merchant in Newcastle.—[Presb., Sess., Linton Sess, and Syn. Reg., Pennecuik's
Works, Arnot's Cr. Trials.]
1742. THOMAS GIBSON, licen. by the Presb. 3rd March 1736 ; pres, by James Geddes of
Kirkurd Oct. 1740 ; ord. 27th Oct. 1742; got a new church built in 1766, and died 27th
Jan. 1787, in his 76th year, and 45th min. He marr., 14th June 1754, Elizabeth
Brown, who died at Harehope May 1794.—[Presb. Reg., Sinclair's St. Acc. x., Chalmers'
Caled. ii., &c.]
1787. DAVID ANDERSON, son of Mr. Will. A., min. of Manor, born 15th August 1760, licen.
by the Presb. 7th Dec. 1785, pres, by John Earl of Hyndford 3rd July, and ord. 7th Nov.
1787; died 16th Dec. 1836, in his 77th year, and 50th min. He marr. 23rd Jan. 1788,
and had William, min. of Walls and Flota, Janet, and others.-Publications—Accounts of
the Parish (Sinclair's X., and New St. Acc. iii).-[Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.]
1837. WALTER PATERSON, son of Mr. Walter P., stone-engraver at the Holm of Balma-
clellan, pres. by Sir Thomas Carmichael of Skirling, Bart., ord, 9th August 1837. By joining
in the Free Secession, and signing the deed of Demission, he was declared no longer a min. of
this church 24th June 1843, and died 22nd June 1849, in 59th year, and 12th min.
Publication—The Legend of Iona, with other Poems, Edin., 1814, 8vo.—[Presb. Reg.,
Acts of Ass, &c.] -
LINTON,
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Abbey of Kelso.
1576. ARCHIBAL.D Douglas, removed fr. Kirkurd. Kirkvrde and Newlandis being also in
the charge ; continued in 1578, but returned again to Kirkurd.—[Reg. Assig.]
1589. DAVID NERNE or NARNE, appointed to be adm. after 4th Nov. 1589, pres, to the
Vicarage by James VI., 10th Nov. 1597. A glebe of small extent having been designed
to him, a second designation was made, but this being challenged by an heritor, and
brought before the Supreme Court, the Lords, 25th May 1605, “ordained the parties to agree
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upon a common metster to measure the glebe rightly, that the min. may possess conform
thereto.” Mr. N. farther charged the said heritor for feal, fuel, and divot, conform to the
quantity and proportion of his glebe, to the hail kirk-land. The Lords of same date “found
that the min. may get pasturage and fuel in any commonty where the feuar has pasturage, but
not within the feuar's pasturage.” Mr. N. died in 1622–LReg. Assig, and Pres, Presb.,
Edin. Presb., and Test. Reg., Lochleven Pap., Calderwood's Hist. v., Morrison's Digest
and Dec. vi.] -
1622. JoHN HAMMILTOUN, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 24th
July 1619, pres, by James VI. 10th Dec. 1622. Being charged to remove from his glebe, he
applied to the Court, when the Lords, 13th June 1628, found the designation null, because it
was not made by a commissioner having power from the Presb, to make the same ; and also
because “it bore not that it was done with consent of two or three honest men in the parish,”
whose names ought to have been set down specially ; also, this designation was of a whole
new glebe, whereas there was an old glebe, which was not four acres complete ; so that the
designation should only have been made of so much as might make out the old glebe complete.
He brought another action against removing from the Soums grass due to the vicar-
lands, whereby he had privilege of pasturage, seeing the said lands were twenty-six acres, and
the min. had only four thereof designed ; and so he ought to have pasturage seeing the kirk-
land had the pasturage of twelve soums grass; the Lords found, 2nd Feb. 1630, “that albeit
the min. bruicked four complete acres for his glebe, yet he ought to have a part of the privilege
of pasturage, which was due to the vicar's-land; and therefore they found due to him the privilege
of one horse grass for his travelling to presbyteries and other lawful business; and of two cows
grass for his house and family, and no more.” Mr. H. gave x li towards building the Library in
the Univ. of Glasgow, 1st August 1632, and was trans, to Westerkirk in 1634.—[Reg. Lawr.
Univ. Edin, Presb., et Sec. Sigill., Presb. Reg., Edin. Grad, Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Durie's
Dec., Morrison's Digest, and Dec. vi.]
1634. GEORGE JoHNSTOUNE, trans. fr. Westerkirk, pres, by Charles I. 15th Nov. ; trans, to .
Sanquhar 7th March 1639.-[Reg. Sec. Sigill, and Pres., Presb. Reg.]
1640. JoHN Hog, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 26th
July 1634, licen, by the Presb. of Dalkeith 13th Oct. 1636, ord, 5th Feb. 1640; trans, to the
Canongate 6th May 1646–LReg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad., Presb., and S. Leith Reg.
(Bapt.)]
1647. RoBERT ELIOT, A.M., trans. fr. Kilbucho, adm. 11th March 1647. He was a member
of the Commission of Assembly 1648, and was required by the Priv. Council in Dec. 1661, to
compear and answer for assisting in the adm, of the min. of Manor, under pain of rebellion.
Though refusing to conform he was allowed to remain, and died in 1682, in 61st min.
“Powerful he was, in terms right ample,
To preach by precept and example;
No man he judged but himself,
And scorned that cut-throat, worldly pelf.”
He marr. Helen, daugh. of Mr And. Magye, min. of Dirleton, and had a son, Robert, joined
with him by the Indulgence.—[Presb., and Sess. Reg., Acts of Ass., Wodrow’s Hist. i. ii., Brown's
Hist, of Indulg.]
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1672. ROBERT ELIOT, A.M., formerly of Broughton, indulged in conjunction with the pre-
ceding 3d Sept. 1672, but withdrawn by the Priv. Council 30th Jan. 1684, for breach of his
confinement, and not keeping 29th May the anniversary of the Restoration ; ordained to find
Reg., Brown's Hist, of Indulg.] -
1684. WILLIAM HAY, schoolmaster of Dunfermline, was elected schoolmaster of S. Leith
3d Aug. 1682, inst. 7th Sept. 1684; deprived by the Priv. Council, 25th Aug. 1689, for not
reading the Proclamation of the Estates, and not praying for their Majesties William and Mary,
but for James the late King, and drinking his health. He marr. Helen Walker, and had a
son William.—[Presb., Sess, and S. Leith Sess. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689, Peterkin's Con-
stitut. of the Church, Pennecuik's Works.] -
1687. ROBERT ELIOT, A.M., above-mentioned, returned in July 1687 to the meeting-house at
Slipperfield, but got possession of the parish church 28th April 1689, being restored by
the Act of Parliament 25th April 1690 to his former church of Broughton ; he went there,
was trans, hither, and was a member of Assembly same year; but was again trans, to Kinglassie
13th July and 5th Aug. 1691.-[Presb., Sess., and Syn. Reg., Pennecuik's Works, Reg. Gen. Ass.,
Peterkin's Constitut. of the Ch.]
1691. PATRick EsonE, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow in
1659, licen. during the persecution of the Presbyterians by Mess. Murray, late of Culter; Eliot,
here ; and John Craig, residing at Niddrie, W. Lothian; called Oct. and ord, 17th Dec. 1691;
trans, to Wistoun 8th Oct. 1694.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb, and Linlithg. Presb. Reg.]
1696. JAMES ANDERSON, trans. fr. Kirknewton, called 10th March and adm. 2d July; died
(between 12th and 19th) March 1707, in 16th min.—[Presb., and Sess. Reg.] -
1709. DANIEL GILCHRIST, studied theology at the Univ. of Glasgow; licen, by the Presb. of
Edinburgh 5th March 1707, called 16th Dec. 1708, ord, 12th April 1709 ; died 28th
Aug. 1728, in 20th min. He marr. at Coltness, 15th July 1709, Agnes Hiltoun.—[Mun.
Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb., and Sess. Reg.]
1731. THOMAS FINDLATER, A.M., second son of Mr Alex. F., one of the min. of Hamilton,
studied at the Univ. of Glasgow, and obtained his degree 17th June 1714, licen. by the Presb.
of Hamilton 30th Oct. 1722, had been proposed by the patron for Cambuslang in 1724, pres.
by Will. Earl of March to this par. in Feb. 1729, ord, 14th Jan. 1731. Delay in the settlement
having been occasioned by opposition of the parishioners, several of whom were carried prisonersto
Edinburgh for a riot when the edict was served, and though not called out, yet a party of military
were quartered in the par. to be in readiness if necessary. He died 8th June 1778, in his 81st
year, and 48th min. He marr. in March 1740, Barbara, daugh. of Mr John Sandilands, min.
of Dolphinton, and had a son, Alexander ; 2dly, 2d Aug. 1750, Jean, daugh. of Will. Brown
bookseller, Edinburgh, she died 11th May 1802, and had a son Charles, who succeeded to
the benefice, and a daugh., Janet.— Presb., Syn., and Test. Reg., Wodrow’s Anal., Fam. of
Broomhill, &c.] . -
1777. CHARLES FINDLATER, A.M., son of the preceding, born 10th Jan. 1754, studied and
was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 14th Nov. 1770, licen, by the Presb. 6th Dec. 1775,
called 31st Oct. 1776, ord, (assist. and Suc.) 6th March after ; got a new church built in 1782,
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and was trans, to Newlands 4th May, which the Gen. Assembly affirmed on 26th of same
month, by a majority of 67 to 41-[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin, Presb., and Syn. Reg., Scots Mag.
lii., Edin. Grad. Sinclair's i., and New St. Acc. iii.]
1790. ALEXANDER FORRESTER, youngest son of Mr Will. F., min. of Carstairs, born 7th
Aug. 1764, lic. by the Presb., of Edinburgh 26th Sept. 1787, pres. by Will. Duke of Queens-
berry 26th June and ord, 23d Sept. 1790; died 28th May 1836, in his 72d year and 46th
min. He marr., 4th Oct. 1796, Charlotte, daugh. of the Rev. Dr M'Caul, one of the min. of
Glasgow, and had John, of Barns, W.S. ; Alexander, his successor in the living, and a
daugh. Catharine Hunter—[Presb, and Syn. Reg., Sinclair's St. Acc. i., &c.]
1836. ALEXANDER MCAUL FoRRESTER, second son of the preceding, studied at the Univ. of
Edinburgh, licen, by the Presb. Oct. 1824, pres, by Francis Earl of Wemyss and March July;
and ord, 20th Oct. 1836. He marr, 28th April 1846, Janet, daugh. of Robert Cowan, Esq.,
surgeon, Glasgow.—Publication—Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. iii.)—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
LYNE.
Previous to the Reformation Lyne was a chapel of Stobo.
1575. GILBERT HAY, provided ; died Feb. 1592, having “diligentlie seruit the cuir.” Janet
Waiche, his widow.—[Reg. Assig., Test. Reg., Bacheq. Buik.] •.
1593. JoHN KER, pres, by James VI. before 1st May, and adm. 25th October, was a
member of the Assembly 1602, and continued 6th Dec. 1627, when he was “agit, weak, and
seiklie.” He cared nothing for the world, lived most soberly, and was powerful in the ministry,
giving almost all he had to the poor ; mendicants were regularly catechised as they visited
his dwelling, while he gave liberally to their wants. His son Hew succeeded to the bene-
fice.—[Reg. Assig., Sec. Sigill, and Presb. (Caut), Presb, and Edin. Presb. Reg., Booke of the
Airk, Livingston’s Charac., Calderwood's Hist. v., Select Biog. i.]
1627. HEW KER, A.M., son of the preceding, studied and attained his degree at the Univ.
of Edinburgh 14th July 1621, pres. (in conjunction with his father) by James VI. 3d March
1627, gave xx. merks towards building the Library in the Univ. of Glasgow in 1632, was a
member of the Assembly in 1638, and died (between 24th June and 29th July) 1658, aged
about 57, in 32d min. He marr., 12th April 1637, Janet, daugh. of John Dickson, merchant
burgess of Edinburgh ; she died before 29th Jan. 1675, and had a son, Hugh, who was served
heir to his father, and a daugh, Jonet.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., and Pres., Presb., Test, and
Edin. Reg. (Marr., and Bapt.), Edin. Grad., Stevenson's Hist, ii., Peterkin's Records, Mun. Univ.
Glasg. iii., Ing. Ret. Edin. 824, et Gen. 4522.]
1660. Robert BRowN, trans. fr. Broughton, called April 1659, adm. 1st Feb. following;
pres. by June 1661, was required by the Priv. Council, 12th Dec. following, to compear
and answer for assisting in the admission of the min. of Manor, under pain of rebellion. Con-
tinued 4th Aug. 1664.—[Presb., and Sess. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist.]
1683. JoHN HORSBURGH, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edin. in 1669,
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inst. and adm. June 1683; died (before 14th March) 1705, aged about 56.—[Edin. Grad,
Presb. Reg., MS. Acc. of Min. 1689, Reg. Old Dec. ii.] # ,
1687. RoBERT BROWN, above noticed, is mentioned at the first meeting of min. in the Pro-
vince, 6th July 1687. Continued 22nd August 1688. He had a son, Richard, and a daugh.,
Marion.—[Syn., Presb., and Sess. Reg.]
1708. SAMUEL MITCHELSON, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh
28th June 1697, licen, by the Presb. 2nd Oct. 1706, called 14th Aug. 1707, ord, 12th May
1708; and died at Edinburgh 9th Nov. 1735, aged about 59, in 28th min. He bequeathed
ix” merks for the maintenance of a schoolmaster in Lyne, the min. and elders being trustees,
at sight and by advice of the Presb.—[Presb., Test, and Edin. Reg. (Bur), Pennecuik's Works,
Edin. Grad, New St. Acc. iii.]
1723. GILBERT HUTCHESON, licen. by the Presb. of Dalkeith 1st Nov. 1720, called at
Lyne 28th, and at Megget 29th March ; pres. by Will. Earl of March in April, and ord.
(assist. and suc.) 10th May 1723 ; trans, to Innerleithen 15th March 1727.-[Presb., and
Sess. Reg.] -
1728. ALEXANDER JOHNSTON, A.M., son of Alex. J., Falkirk, bapt. 7th Aug. 1686, studied
and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow 23rd June 1713, licen. by the Presb. of
Stirling 4th May 1720, called 14th and 22nd at Lyne, and Megget 24th Nov. 1727, and
pres. by Will. Earl of March 14th same month, ord. 20th March 1728. Being appointed by
the Synod to serve an edict at Linton, he reported to the Presb. “that he went on the 14th
Nov. 1730 in order to preach, and do so next day, when a considerable number of women
came out of the town and forcibly took from him on the high way, at the town-head, the
papers connected with the edict, keeping that intended to be placed on the church-door, and
returned the others. In going to church next day he was stopt, and carried to the fields by a
number of women, who declared they intended carrying him to Lyne on foot, and kept him for
a considerable time, causing his horse to be brought, and he being on horseback, the women
de novo stopt him, requiring all the papers relative to the edict (which in the meantime had
been read and affixed to the church-door, by the laird of Spitalhaugh), whereupon he delivered
the copy returned, and they not being capable to read it, in order to be sure that it was the
edict desired him to read it for them, which he did publicly from horseback, and then delivered
it back at their demand.” He officiated in public the Sabbath previous to his death, and was
getting out of bed to prepare for the duties of next Sabbath, when he expired suddenly, in a faint-
ing fit, without a groan, the FATHER of the Church, 8th March 1788, in his 102nd year, and 60th
min. In his dress and diet he was homely and simple. He enjoyed an almost uninterrupted state
of health, had a strong antipathy to every kind of medicine, and only used it on one
occasion.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb., Syn., and Falkirk Sess. Reg., Tombst., Sinclair's
St. Acc. xii.]
1789. ANDREW HANDYSIDE, licen. by the Presb. 6th Dec. 1786, pres, by Will. Duke of
Queensberry in 1788, ord, 30th April 1789; died at Edinburgh 4th Dec. 1826, in his 78th
year, and 38th min.--Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. xii.).-
[Presb. Reg. &c.]
1814, ALEXANDER AFFLECK, licen, by the Presb. 10th Dec. 1806, pres, by Francis
250 PRESBYTERY OF PEEBLES,
Earl of Wemyss and March, in March, and ord, (assist, and suc.) 23rd June 1814;
died 21st Dec. 1845, in 32nd min-Publication—Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. iii.).
—[Presb. Reg., &c.] -
RODONNO, HENDERLAND, OR MEGGET,
“declarit to have bene, and to be in tyme cuming a pairt of the parish of Lyne,” by Parliament 4th Aug.
1621; but there is no church.
1614. JoHN FAWSYDE, trans. fr. Newlands. Newlands and Kirkurd were also under his
care; returned to Newlands.--|Reg. Assig.]
MANOR.
The church was dedicated to St. Gordian, and previous to the Reformation was a chapel of Peebles.
[ARCHIBAL.D Douglas, he attended the Synod 12th October 1586–Calderwood's Hist.
iv. Being min. of Peebles, however, he had also the charge here.]
1598. GILBERT TAILZEOUR, formerly of Bathgate, continued in 1615.-Peg. Assig.,
Presb. Reg.]
1622. ALEXANDER SPITTAL, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow
in 1614, gave x ii towards building the Library of the Univ. of Glasgow 1st Aug. 1632, was a
member of the Commissions of Assembly 1645, 1647, and died (between 8th and 29th) Dec.
1659 aged about 66.-Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb. Reg., Acts of Ass.]
1661. JoHN HAY, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1654,
licen, by the Presb. of Haddington 8th Sept 1659, pres, by John Earl of Tweedale, with con-
sent of the Parson of Peebles, 13th and 19th August 1661. Episcopacy having been restored
6th Sept., his settlement was forbidden by the Privy Council 10th Dec., but his admission was
completed notwithstanding 12th of said month, for which seven ministers who were present
were required to compear and answer to the premises, under pain of rebellion. He was again
pres. in August, and adm. Oct. 1662; continued 15th June 1663, and was trans, to Govan
same year.—[Mum. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist. i., Morrison's Dec. xviii.]
1663. DAVID THOMSONE, A.M., trans. fr. Dawick, adm. 11th Nov. He was attacked by a
number of armed men 9th Sept. 1680, and fell as dead, when they plundered his house, and
stole his horses, amounting to a considerable value. He was deprived for refusing the Test in
1681; again pres. by in Aug., and admitted in Oct. 1682. Being disabled from the
ministry through loss of hearing, occasioned by wounds in his head from the swords of these
bloody ruffians and other hardships, he was obliged to lay down his charge, leaving himself
and seven children without maintenance. He petitioned the Privy Council, 6th Sept. 1689,
who recommended Sir Pat. Murray to allow him a share of the collection uplifted for the
French and Irish Protestants. He died Jan. 1692, aged about 67, in 36th min. Helen
Spittill, his wife, had sasine with him of ane annual rent furth of the lands of Dowerburne
Oct. 1665–LPresb., Skirling Sess, and Wew Gen. Reg. Sasines xiii, Chambers's Peebles.]
NEWLANDS. - 25 1"
1683. RoPERT SMITH, A.M., formerly of Crawford, presented by in April, and
admitted and inst. June; he gave in a demission, which was accepted 7th Oct. 1690; died
31st May 1696, in his 73rd year. He marr. Janet Buchanan,—[Presb. Reg., M.S. Acc. of
Min. 1689, &c.] - -
1695. ANDREW MITCHELL, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh
18th May 1691, called 27th Feb., and ord, 21st August 1695; called to Newlands 22nd Jan.
1708, but the trans. was refused 25th Feb. following. He was trans. to Newbattle, however,
18th Oct. 1721–LEdin. Grad, Presb. Reg., Boston's Mem., Reg. Old Dec. ii., Pennecwik's
Works.] *
1722. ARCHIBALD BRUCE, licen, by the Presb. 2nd June 1720, pres, by William
Earl of March April, and ord, 21st Sept. 1722; died 13th Sept. 1739, in 17th min.—
[Presb. Reg., Tombst.] -
1743. WILLIAM ANDERSON, licen, by the Presb. of Biggar, 28th Dec. 1740, pres, by Will.
Earl of March and his curators in 1742, ord, 14th April 1743; died 20th June 1774, in
32nd min. He marr. 23rd Dec. 1756, Marion Laidlaw, who died 5th J uly 1800, and had a
son, David, min. of Kirkurd—[Presb. Reg., Tombst., &c.]
1775. WILLIAM WELSH, licen, by the Presb. of Haddington 5th July 1768, pres, by Will.
Earl of March 28th Oct. 1774, ord. 16th March following ; trans, to Drummelzier 9th Nov.
1787–LPresb., and Syn. Reg., Sinclair's St. Acc. ii.] -
1788. WILLIAM MARSHALL, licen. by the Presb. 16th April 1783, pres. by Will. Duke of
Queensberry Feb., and ord, 1st May 1788; died 27th April 1830, in his 76th year and 42d
min. He marr. 30th April 1790 a daugh. of Mr Will. Vere at Edinburgh; 2dly, 16th
Nov. 1803 Christian Smith, who died at Edin. 9th March 1861, in her 84th year.—Publica-
tion—Account of the Parish. (Sinclair's St. Acc. iii)—[Presb. Reg., Sinclair's St. Acc. , iii,
Tombst., &c.]
1828. ADAM CAIRNs, son of the Rev. Adam C., min. of Longforgan, studied theology at the
Univ. of Edinburgh, licen. by the Presb. of Cupar 5th Oct. 1824, became assistant to the
Rev. Sir H. Moncreiff Wellwood, Bart, ; pres, by Francis Earl of Wemyss and March in
March, and ord, (assist. and suc) 21st Aug. 1828; trans, to Dunbog 17th April 1833–
[Presb. Reg.]
1833. JAMES CRUICKSHANK, licen, by the Presb. of Forfar, pres. by Francis Earl of
Wemyss and March in June, and ord. 12th Sept. 1833; trans, to Stevenston 7th, and adm.
22d Sept. 1843. He marr. 3d July 1839 a daugh. of James Burnet, Esq. of Barns.—Publi-
cation—Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. iii.)—[Presb. Reg.]
NEWLANT)S.
Previous to the Reformation it was a prebend of the Collegiate Church of Dalkeith.
1585. ROBERT ALLAN, trans. fr. Salton, having Lyneton also in charge; continued 1588
(but was probably suspended); returned 1590, and continued in 1591–|Reg. Assig, Book
of the Kirk, Calderwood's Hist. iv.]
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1589. ADAM DICKESOUN, formerly of Peebles, who seems to have left same year; returned
in 1592, it being agreed 20th June that better provision should be made for him; pres, by
James VI. June 1593; he died in 1595, when the stipend was assigned to his widow and
bairns.—[Reg. Assig., and Pres. (Cawt.), Edin. Presb. Reg.]
[JoBN CoIDEN, formerly of Borthwick, was pres, but collation was refused to him 9th
May 1592; demitted in 1594, and was adm. to Kinross.]—[Lochleven Pap., Edin. Presb. Reg.]
1596. JoHN Syde, or FAwsyDE, formerly of Eddleston, pres, by Will. Earl of Morton May
1592; coll, was refused him by the Presb. of Edin. 13th June following, when his Lordship
threatened to retain the fruits of the benefice, according to the Act of Parliament ; adm. in
1596; removed to Henderland before 1614, but returned 1615, and had j9 fi allowed him by
the city of Edin. for his service at Kirkurd, 16th Aug. same year; continued 29th Sept. 1631.
[Reg. Assig., Lochleven Pap., Presb., Edin., and Melrose Presb., and Edin. Counc. Reg.]
1628. ARCHIBALD Syd, A.M., probably son of the preceding, studied and attained his
degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews in 1618, pres, to Minto Jan. 1624, when he had testi-
monials from Peebles and Haddington. An edict was issued for his settlement at St. Martin’s
7th Oct. 1629, but objections were tendered by certain heritors “that it was no paroche
kirke,” when he was ordained 25th Nov. thereafter “to preach no mor there.” He appears
to have been assist, or colleague to the preceding—[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb., Jedburgh
and Haddingt. Presb. Reg.]
1634. PATRICK PURDIE, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 26th
July 1623, adm. in 1634, gave xx, li towards building the Library in the Univ. of Glasgow
in 1636. Before the erection of a school, he supplied the want of a teacher for forty-four
years; officiated as Presb. clerk in the trying year of 1638, and was required by the Priv.
Council, 12th Dec. 1661, to compear and answer for assisting in the admission of the min. of
Manor, under pain of rebellion. Demitted in favour of his son, Patrick, March 1681, and
died 1688, in 54th min. He
“to his dying day did never tire,
To feed and lodge a Lazarus at his fire;
A man ingenuous far beyond the fashion,
Wholly compos'd of pity and compassion.”
He marr. Elizabeth daughter of Mr John Syde, she died March 1682 ; and beside Patrick,
had Mr John, who became schoolmaster 12th Sept. 1666, Elspeth, who marr. Adam Russell,
Rachel, Lady Harehope, and Agnes, who marr. Walt. Somervale, in Carnwath.-[Reg. Lawr.
Univ. Edin., Presb., and Ses. Reg., Pennecuik's Works, Peterkin's Records, Wodrow’s Hist. i.,
Jºdin. Grad., Tombst.]
1681. PATRICK PURDIE, younger, A.M., studied and took his degree at the same Univ.,
27th July 1663, pres, by John Earl of Tweeddale, ord, in 1670 as assist. to his father, coll.,
and inst. 15th Sept. 1681; deposed 7th Oct. 1690, for drunkenness and other gross immora-
lities. He marr. 6th July 1672 Lilias daugh, of James Murray of Romano-(Edin. Grad,
Presb., and Sess. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.]
NEWLANT).S. 253
1694. ARCHIBALD ToRRIE, called in May and ord, 30th August ; died between 3d and
7th Oct. 1706, in 13th min. His muscular strength was so great that in a passion he killed
his mastiff dog by one stroke of his foot. He marr, Margaret Lindsay, and had two daugh,
Maria and Euphan.—[Presb., and Sess. Reg., Penneculk's Works.] *
1709. STEPHEN PATON, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh
28th June 1697, licen. by the Presb, of Haddington 8th March 1705, called 31st Aug. 1708,
ord, 13th Jan. 1709. He had to encounter a mob of women when going to intimate a sen-
tence against one of his brethren, and died 29th Jan. 1755, in his 88th year and 47th min.
He marr. and had Christian, who marr. Mr Alex. Robertson, min. of Eddleston; and 2dly,
Jean Sibbald, who marr, again.-[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Presb. Reg., Pennecuik's Works, Edin.
Grad, Chambers's Peebles, Tombst., &c.]
1755. DAVID DICKSON, A.M., son of Will. D. of Kilbucho, studied and took his degree at
the same Univ., 22d May 1724, licen. by the Presb. of Biggar, 16th Aug. 1744, pres. by
Will. Earl of March June 1755, ord, 31st March 1756, had D.D. conferred ; deposed 2d
March 1763, which was taken off by the Gen. Assembly 2d June thereafter, but suspended
from exercising his ministry; finally deposed 22d April 1767. He raised an action for pay-
ment of the stipend, crop 1767, however, in respect “that the proceedings were so irregular
and informal that no faith whatever could be given to them,” when the Lord Ordinary (Stone-
field), having reported “in respect there is no proper evidence produced of Dr Dickson's being
deposed, the Lords decern” in his favour, 6th Feb. 1768. The case was again brought before
the Assembly 28th May following, who adhered to the sentence, and declared “in case the
said Dr shall hereafter give charge to the heritors, for payment of stipend, the Procurator do
appear for the interest of the Church.” He died 9th April 1780, in his 71st year, having
marr, and had William, a General in the Army, who succeeded to the estates, David, a min.
of Edin., and others.-Publications—A Letter to the Rev. Mr. Kinloch, &c., Edin., 175 0, 8vo.
A Letter to the Rev. Mr. John Adams, &c., Edin. 1750, 8vo.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin.,
Presb. Reg., Acts of Ass., Scots Mag. xxv, xxix., xxx, Morren's Ann., Morrison's Digest, &c.]
1768. JAMEs MoEFAT, pres, by Will. Earl of March 10th Sept. 1767, ord, 23rd Sept. 1768.
Delay being occasioned by an application to the Supreme Civil Court in regard to the regu-
larity of the sentence on the former incumbent. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of St.
Andrews 27th Jan. 1779, and died in the pulpit at Linton, when going to preach on the day
of thanksgiving for the communion, 11th August 1789, in 21st min. He marr, 1st August
1781, Janet Stoddart, who died at Leith 22nd Nov. 1840–ſpresb., and Sym. Reg., Sinclair's
St. Acc. i., &c.] $
1790. CHARLES FINDLATER, A.M., trans. fr. Linton, pres. by Will. Duke of Queensberry
4th Feb., and admitted 24th June 1790, died, father of the Synod, at Glasgow, 28th May
1838, in his 85th year, and 62nd min. If at times there was a singularity of thought and a
liberality of opinion which set at variance the opinions of a majority of his brethren, it was
more than compensated by the kindness of his heart, the cordiality of his friendship, and the
benevolence of his disposition. He marr, 26th July 1791, Janet Hay Russell, her clothes hav-
ing accidentally caught fire she was burned to death 2nd August 1828, aged 67.—Publications
—Liberty and Equality, a Sermon, Edin. 1800, 8vo (some political opinions in this publica-
254 PRESBYTERY OF PEEBLES.
tion having given offence, he was obliged to get under hiding till the Lord Advocate, his friend
Sir James Montgomery of Stobo, Bart, got the affair hushed to rest). General View of the
Agriculture of the County of Peebles, Edin. 1802, 8vo. Sermons, or Essays, upon Christian
Duties, Edin. 1830, 12mo. Accounts of Linton, and of Newlands (Sinclair's St. Acc. i., xxi.,
and New St. Acc. iii.)—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Sinclair's St. Acc. i., Tombst, &c.]
1834. JAMES CHARTERIs, descended from the ancient family of C. of Amisfield, pres, by Francis
Earl of Wemys and March Sept., and ord, (assist, and suc.) 14th Nov. 1834—[Presb. Reg.]
STOBO,
Previous to the Reformation was a prebend of Glasgow.
1574. JAMEs STEwART, when Glenquhome, Drummelzier, Brochtoun, and Dawick were also
under his charge, with a stipend of lxxiijii vi s. viij d., he sustaining his reader. Alison
Cokburne, relict, lived many years after him.–[Reg. Assig, Wodrow’s Miscell, Presb. Reg.]
1592. ADAM HEPBURNE, pres, by , and adm. 22d June, and coll. 15th Aug. ; died Oct.
1602, in 11th min. His buikis were estimat at j" merks; utencils, &c., at xlii; Inventar and
dettis, v" lxxxvijli xiijs, iiijd. Debita excedunt bona. He marr. Agnes Foulis, who sur-
vived him and left issue.--|Presb., Edin., and Dalkeith Presb., and Test. Reg., Reg. Assig, and
Pres. (Cawt.)] - -
1603. ARCHIBALD Row, A.M., trans. fr. Drummelzier, pres, by Dame Jean Fleming, liferenter
of Thirlstane, with consent of John Earl of Cassillis, her husband, John Lord Thirlstane, and
consent of Sir Rich. Cokburn of Clerkington, Knight, his curator, 11th and 13th Dec., and
confirmed by James VI, 13th Dec. 1602, adm, in 1603. He had a gift from his Majesty of
the Chaplainry of the Lady Altar in the par. kirk of Stobo 31st May 1605; and died in 1618, aged
about 47. Agnes Fairfull, relict.—[Presb. Reg., Reg. Pres., and Assig., Calderwood's Hist. v.]
1618. THOMAS HogF, A.M., trans. fr. South Leith 2d charge, inst after 25th Feb. 1619 ;
gave xx i towards building the Library in the Univ. of Glasgow 1st Aug. 1632, continued 8th
Aug. 1639. He had a son, John, min. of Linton.—[Presö., and S. Leith Sess. Reg., Carta
1640. PATRICK FLEMING, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow in
1633, pres, by John Earl of Wigton May, and inst. 2d Oct. 1640; was a member of Commis-
sions of Assembly 1646, 1648, 1649, and was required by the Priv. Council, 12th Dec. 1661,
to compear and answer for assisting in the admission of the min. of Manor, under pain of rebel-
lion ; died 12th Feb. 1682, aged about 69, in 42d min.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Wodrow's
Hist. i., Presb. Reg., Reg. Old Dec. ii., Acts of Ass.] -
1682. WILLIAM BOLLO, A.M., trans. fr. Dawick, and admitted in 1682. When rabbling was the
order of the day, two young men came to his house; not being within, and informed on his return,
he said, he would not have fled had he thought they were so few, but have pistoled them both. The
lads being thus provoked, called on him again ; but he fled a second time. Deprived by the
Priv. Council, 3d Sept. 1689, for not reading the Proclamation of the Estates, and not praying
for their Majesties William and Mary, but for the late King James. He had been imposed on
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the parishioners by the bishop, but they gave him no entry at the church, until he went in at the
window. He had no hearers, and has been called “a Scandalous person.” He died in Edin-
burgh 3d Aug. 1702, in 62d age and 38th min, having marr, and had a daugh. Marie—[Presb.
Test, and Edin. Reg. (Bur), Wodrow’s Corresp. i., Peterkin's Constitut. of the Church, MS. Acc.
of Min. 1689. Acts Parl. xi., Rule's Sec. Windication, Morrison's Dec. xvii., Sage's Works.]
1688. WILLIAM RUSSELL, son to the laird of Kingseat, called in Oct. 1687, ord, (at Haprew)
by a committee of Synod) 22d March 1688; was a member of the Assemblies 1690, 1692,
and died Aug. 1699, in 12th min. He marr., 27th June 1671, Kathren, daugh. of George
Brown of Scotstoun.—[Presb., and Wewland's Sess. Reg., Rule's Sec. Vindication, Pennecučk's
Works, Reg. Gen. Ass., and Old Dec. ii, Peterkin's Constitut. of the Church.]
1701. WILLIAM RUSSELL of Slipperfield, formerly of Morham, called 25th Sept. 1700, adm.
29th April after; died 13th March 1733, in 41st min. He marr. Helen, sister and one of
the co-heiresses of John Hamilton of Prestoune, and had William, who succeeded him, Helen,
Margaret, Grissell, James, and John-LPresb., Prestonp. Sess, and Test. Reg., Ing. Ret. Had-
dingt. 386, Pennecuik's Works, Chambers's Peebles.]
1734. JoHN BAIRD, licen. by the Presb. of Biggar 25th Jan. 1733, pres, by John Earl of
Wigton in Sept. following, ord, 21st March 1734; died FATHER of the church, 4th April 1795,
in his 86th year, and 62nd min, he had been marr., but died a widower—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
1787. ALEXANDER KER, nephew of the preceding, licen. by the Presb. 24th April 1782,
called 21st Sept., and ord. (assist, and suc.) 9th Nov. 1787; died 30th March 1842, in 85th
age, and 55th min. He marr. 15th Feb. 1788 Katherine Williamson, sister to the laird of
Cardrona, she died 29th April 1812, aged 57, and had Alexander, a preacher ; Thomas,
W.S.; Isabella, who marr. James Kerr, Esq., Judge of the Courts of King's Bench and Vice-
Admirality, Quebec ; Jean, and Eliza, who marr. Charles Balfour Scott, Esq., W.S.—Publica-
tions—Accounts of the Parish (Sinclair's iii, and New St. Acc. iii)—[Presb, and Syn. Reg.,
Tombst, &c.] -
1837. ALEXANDER EDGAR, licen. by the Presb, of Lauder 7th Feb. 1826, pres, by Sir James
Montgomery of Stobo, Bart, in Sept., and ord (assist, and suc) 17th Nov. 1847; died 21st
May 1850, in 56th age, and 13th min. He marr, 16th July 1840, Christina Kinglake,
who marr, again 20th March 1862–LPresb. Reg., Tombst., &c.] -
DAWICK,
Formerly a vicarage of Stobo. It was proposed to be suppressed in 1728, and finally accomplished
by the Court of Tiends 17th Nov. 1742, when it was annexed to the parishes of Stobo and
Drummelzier.
1598. JoHN FAIRFoul, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 30th
July 1597, adm. in the year following; trans, to Balmaghie in 1601,–LReg. Lawr. Univ.
Edin, and Assig., Presb. Reg., Edin. Grad.] i
1608. Richard Powair, AM, studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of St.
2 K -
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Andrews in 1603, gave x li towards building the library in the Univ. of Glasgow 1st August
1632; deposed and excommunicated 7th Dec. 1649, “for solemnizing the marr. of John Lord
Linton and the excommunicated Lady Anne Seaton (which marr, ever since has had the effect
of estranging the house of Traquair from the Protestant faith). Mr. P. was released from
the sentence of excommunication 7th April thereafter—[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Reg.
Assig., Subval-book of Tiends, Presb. Reg., Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii, Chambers's Ann. ii.]
1656. DAVID THOMSONE, A.M., a native of Dysart, studied and attained his degree at the
Univ. of St. Andrews in 1645, licen. by the Presb. of Kirkcaldy 27th Nov. 1649, became
tutor in the family of Sir Mich. Nasmyth, inst. and ord, 4th Dec. 1656, was required by the
Privy Council 12th Dec. 1661, to compear and answer for assisting in the adm, of the min. of
Manor, under pain of rebellion ; pres. by , and coll. and instituted 6th April
1663; trans, to Manor same year.—[Presb., and Wew Gen. Reg. Sasines xiii., Act. Rect. Univ.
St. And, Wodrow's Hist.] -
1665. WILLIAM BOLLO, A.M., studied and acquired his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh
19th July 1660, ord, by Alex. Archbishop of Glasgow , and admitted and inst. 8th May
1665; trans, to Stobo in 1682–LEdin. Grad, Presb., and Stobo Sess. Reg.]
1684. GEORGE SMITH, A.M., son of Mr. James S., min. of Eddleston, got a bursary from
the Presb. of Glasgow in 1678, was collated , and inst. 3rd Feb. 1684; died (before
9th) Dec. 1719, in 36th min.—[Presb., and Glasg. Presb. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.]
1729. ROBERT BROUNE, formerly of Roseburgh, called 3rd July, and adm. 27th August ;
died 22nd Feb. 1742, in 50th min.—[Presb. Reg.]
TRAQUAIR,
The church was dedicated to St. Bride, and was formerly a mensal church of Glasgow.
1599. Jose.PH TENNANT, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 10th
August 1595; continued 29th March 1600, and was trans to Bedrule about 1601,–LReg.
Lawr. Univ. Edin., and Assig., Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg.] -
1603. GAVIN MAKCALL, A.M., trans. fr. Peebles 2d charge, adm. 5th Sept. ; gave xx fi, to-
ward erecting the Library in the Univ. of Glasgow 1st Aug. 1632, and died Feb. 1639, aged
about 63, in 39th min. The Inventar amounted to ij" iiij xciijli vjs viijd. He left j" v"
merks to the poor of the parish. Anna Murray, relict.—[Presb., and Test. Reg., Reg. Assig.,
Sinclair's St. Acc. xii., Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Calderwood's Hist. v.]
1640. NINIAN DOUGLAs, admitted (at Peebles) 17th Dec. ; deposed 6th Nov. 1644, for
falsifying and vitiating a bond, &c., reponed 4th Nov. 1647. Margaret Reid, his widow, died
31st Oct. 1663–Presb., Syn., and Canongate Reg. (Bur)]
1646. WILLIAM THOMSON, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews
in 1631, licen. by the Presb. of Dalkeith 11th Nov. 1641, called July 1645, ord, 22d Jan, fol-
lowing ; died (between 20th June and 11th July) 1661, aged about 50, in 16th min. Geills
Miller, relict. A son, Thomas, died in 1710–LAct. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb., and Edin.
Reg. (Bur)] - -
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1662. JoHN CARMICHAEL, A.M., son of Mr Fred. C., min. of Markinch, studied and ob-
tained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews 20th July 1650, elected to their bursary by the
Presb. of Kirkcaldy 4th Dec. following, ord, 24th May 1661 as min. of Thursbie, in England,
pres. to this parish by Charles II. 11th July 1661, inst. and adm. 7th Aug. 1662 ; deposed 18th
Oct. 1665, for declining Episcopacy, when he joined the Presbyterians, had his share of suffering,
and died at Pitteddie, in Fife, aged about 36. He left a son, Frederick, and a daugh, Euphan,—
[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Kirkton, and Wodrow’s Hist, Presb., Sym. (Jedburgh Presb.), Kirkcaldy
Sess., and Test. Reg., Lamont's Diary.]
1666. JoHN CLELAND, trans. fr. Middlebie, pres, by Alex. Archbishop of Glasgow, and
coll. 8th March, and inst. 9th April ; died (between 14th Feb. and 8th May) 1672, leaving
a widow, Margaret Bell (alive in 1689), for whom a collection was recommended, 2d March
1681-[Presb., Stirling Presb., and Penicuik, and Torphichen Sess. Reg.]
1672. JAMES FINDLAY, A.M., trans. fr. Glasford, pres, by Robert, Archbishop of Glasgow in
Aug., and inst. 3d Oct. ; trans, to Eddleston (before 6th May) 1674.—[Presb. Reg.]
1674. GEORGE FORBEs, trans. fr. Innerleithen, inst. 17th June ; deposed 7th Oct. 1690, for
drunkenness, which was ratified by the Gen. Assembly 17th April 1694.—[Presb., Selkirk
Presb, and Edin. Reg. (Marr), MS. Acc. of Min. 1689, Lumsden's House of Forbes, Reg. Old
Dec. ii., Acts of Ass.] • - -
1690. RoBERT TAIT, A.M. studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 24th April
1689, declared the legal min, by the Gen. Assembly 17th April following ; one of forty-four
min, appointed to go north by the Assembly, 3d Jan. 1696, when he received a call from
Cullen, and was trans, accordingly end of same year—[Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg., Acts of Ass.]
1699. ALEXANDER COOPER, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edin-
burgh, 18th July 1692, received a call from Durrisdeer Nov. 1697, which he declined to ac-
cept, called to this parish 13th Sept. 1698, ord, 10th May thereafter. In 1711 an assist.
and succ. was appointed. He himself, however, long survived, having died 11th Aug. 1754,
in 56th min.—Publication—An Essay upon the Chronology of the World, Edin. 1722, 8vo.—
[Edin. Grad., Presb. Reg.]
1711. WILLIAM LIVINGSTON, licen. by the Presb. of Biggar 17th July 1707, called 30th Aug.
1710, ord. (assist. and suc.) 20th Feb. following. Getting into debt he was called before the
Presb. 9th Sept. 1729, and stated that it amounted to v"j" lzxviijli Scots. “That he had lost
by a brotherij"v° merks; from his simplicity and easiness of temper by another v" lxii; by furni-
ture for his house, loss of horses, law plea, and necessary charges for his first wife j’ li; by
courting during his widowhood near eight years, considering the different persons I was in
quest of, and the distance of place j" li; frequent going back and forward to Edinburgh and Dal-
keith, of old and of late, in quest of money to borrow for satisfaction of those threatening dili-
gence v" merks; all which being considered, my debt will not amount to jº' merks.” He de-
mitted, however, which was accepted 31st May 1738, and died in Edinburgh 15th April 1753,
in 43d min.—[Presb., and Edin. Reg. (Bur)]
1738. ALEXANDER DUNCAN, brother of Mr Dav. D., min. of Stow, licen, by the Presb. of
Earlston 7th Jan. 1735, called 13th July, and ord, (assist, and suc) 12th Sept. 1738; trans.
to Smalholm 26th Oct. 1743.—[Presb. Reg.]
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1744. ALEXANDER DAVIDSON, licen, by the Presb. 23rd April 1740, called 8th April, and ord.
(assist, and suc.) 9th May 1744; died 20th July 1759, in 51st age, and 16th min. He marr.
in 1747 Helen Ramage, who died 19th May 1767–LPresb. Reg., Tombst., &c.]
1760. ALEXANDER ADAMS, pres, by Geo. III. in Dec. 1759, ord. 24th April after ; got a new
church built in 1778; died 10th Jan. 1789, in his 57th year, and 29th min. He marr.
31st Oct. 1760 Janet, daugh, of Adam Doak, of Monkton, she died 7th Dec. 1799.-[Presb.,
Syn., and Ayr Sess. Reg., Tombst, New St. Acc. iii., &c.)
1789. John WALKER, licen, by the Presb. of Linlithgow 26th March 1783, pres, by Geo.III.
7th April, and ord, 10th Sept. 1789; died 26th March 1802, in 13th min. He marr. 19th
March 1793, Jean Williamson, sister to the proprietor of Cardrona. She died in 1818.-
Publications—Accounts of Traquair, and of Innerleithen (Sinclair's St. Acc. xii., xix.)—[Presb.
Reg.] -
1802. JAMES NICOL, son of Michael N., born at Innerleithen 28th Sept. 1769, bred as a
shoemaker, and educated at the par. School, studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, where he distin-
guished himself by his attainments, and had for his fellow students several who were remark-
able for literary eminence. He became tutor in the family of Mr. Borthwick, of Crookston, and
for about twelve months afterward in that of Mr. Farquharson, of Finzean ; he was licen, by the
Presb. 25th March 1801, became assist, to the preceding incumbent, was pres, by Geo. III. 15th
May, and ord, 4th Nov. 1802. He instituted a friendly society in his native village in 1808, on
such sound principles that its funds have been gradually on the increase. Having adopted
views, however, inconsistent with the doctrines maintained by the Church of Scotland, he con-
templated resigning his situation, but was overtaken by disease, and died 5th Nov. 1819, in
his 50th year and 18th min. He was an accomplished scholar, and as a biblical critic left few
equals. He had a strong and vigorous mind, which could maintain a philosophical patience
under intense application, and yet preserve a distinctness of perception in abstract and embar-
rassing inquiries. But great as were his intellectual endowments and acquirements, they were far
surpassed by the virtues of his life and the qualities of his heart. An open and generous frankness,
a kind and condescending deportment, combined with the most inflexible integrity and unconquer-
able candour, threw over his whole character a moral loveliness which the most superficial observer
felt and acknowledged. He marr. Agnes Walker, sister of the former min., who died at Inner-
leithen 19th March 1845, and had three sons, of whom James is Professor of Civil and
Natural History in the Univ. of Aberdeen, and three daugh.-Publications—Poems, chiefly
in the Scottish Dialect (some of which appeared in the magazines of the day,) 2 vols., Edin.
1805, fep. 8vo. An Essay on the Nature and Design of Scripture Sacrifices, Lond. 1823, 8vo.
Articles in Edin. Encyclopedia, signed N., J. N.—[On Scrip. Sacrif, Presb. Reg., Lit. and Stat.
Mag. iv., Wew St. Acc. iii., Chambers's Peebles, Roger's Scott. Minstrel i.]
1820. JAMES CAMPBELL, a native of Carsphairn, studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, licen. by
the Presb. of Kirkcudbright 7th May 1817, became tutor in the family of R. N. Campbell, Esq.,
of Kailzie, pres. by Geo. Prince Regent 7th Jan., and ord, 21st Sept. 1820; died 29th April
1861, in 72d age and 41st min. He marr. 26th Oct. 1820, Mary, daugh, of Matt. Comb,
Esq., brewer, Leith, she died 4th Sept. 1860, and had George, min. of Eastwood, and others.
—Publications—Review of the Kingdom of Heaven, a Sermon, 1830. Account of the Parish
(New St. Acc. iii.)—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
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RAILZIE, OR HOPE KAILZIE,
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Abbey of Kelso, but the parish was suppressed
by the Commissioners for Plantation of Kirks (between 22d May and 5th Aug.) 1674, and united to
Traquair, Peebles, and Innerleithen.
1613. ALEXANDER FORREST, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St.
Andrews in 1603; trans. to Hassendean in 1613–Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Reg. Sec. Sigill.,
and Pres.]
1623. WILLIAM DICKESON, continued 9th May 1639.-[Presb. Reg.]
1640. ANDREw STEwART, licen, by the Presb. of Glasgow 26th March 1623, inst. (at Peebles).
17th Dec. 1640 ; trans, to Penningham, which was affirmed by the Synod 4th May 1642.--
[Presb., Glasg. Presb., and Syn. Reg.]
1647. HUGH GRAY, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1634,
ord, 3d June 1647, required by the Priv. Council 12th Dec. 1661, to compeir and answer for
assisting in the admission of the min. of Manor, under pain of rebellion ; trans, to Innerleithen
in 1674.—Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist, i.]
TWEEDSMUIR,
Disjoined from Drummelzeir in 1643, the church was built in 1648.
1648. ALEXANDER TROTTER, formerly of Barra, entered 7th Jan. 1644, pres, by John, Earl
of Wigton in Dec. 1647, adm. 10th Aug. thereafter ; died 24th June 1661, in his 63d year,
and 33d min. He “was very carefull and diligent to establish goode order and church discip-
line.” He marr, a daugh. of Mr David Ogill, min. of Barra, and had a son, Thomas.-
[Presb., Haddingt. Presb., and Sess. Reg., Peterkin's Records.]
1662. ROBERT SCOTT, A.M., formerly of Eddleston, pres. by John Earl of Wigton 30th
Sept. 1661, his admission was appointed for 3d Jan., but a change having taken place in
Church government, it was delayed, he was admitted and inst. 17th July 1662 ; died Oct.
1674, aged about 62, in 35th min. His son, Francis, succeeded to the cure.—[Presb., Syn.,
and Sess. Reg., Reg. Old Dec. ii., Connell on Tithes.]
1675. FRANCIS SCOTT, son of the preceding, studied at the Univ. of Glasgow, where he held
a bursary from the Presb. in 1663, pres. by Will. Earl of Wigton, (between 8th Dec. 1674,
and 28th April), ord, and collated at Edinburgh by Robert Archbishop of Glasgow 5th, and
adm. and inst. 18th Aug. 1675. There was no sermon 3d Oct. 1680, “the min. hardlie dar-
ing stay sermon for murderers, or robbers, falling upon him, as of other min. in the Presb.”
At length he was outed by the people after 9th May 1688. He marr. Feb. 1677, Barbara
Dalmahoy, in the Canongate, who died in child-birth 19th Sept. 1680; 2dly, 14th March
1683, at Edinburgh, Mary Balfour.—[Presb., Sess, Canong, and Edin. Reg. (Marr), MS. Acc.
of Min. 1689, Wodrow’s Hist.]
260 BRESBYTERY OF PEEBLES.
1688. JAMES THOMSONE, called in 1687, ord. (at the Crook) 5th Sept, 1688; trans, to
Peebles 29th Oct. 1696–LPresb. Reg.]
1698. WILLIAM HIGGINs, one of the bailies of Linlithgow, being found by themeeting of Estates
to have been duly elected Commissioner for that burgh in opposition to Geo., Lord Livingstone,
18th March 1689, was elected their representative to the First Parliament of William and Mary,
and sat for six sessions. Besides being a member of other committees, he was one of those
appointed on that relative to settling the Church government; but getting into pecuniary diffi-
culties, he petitioned Parliament, who 12th June 1693, ordered it “to be seen and ansuered
by his creditors against the next sitting of Parliament, in the mean tyme sisting executione.” He
then took licence from the Presb. of Linlithgow, 27th Jan. 1697, was called (between 27th July
and 10th Aug.), and ord, 15th Dec. 1698; demitted his seat in Parliament, when a new warrant
was issued, 24th May 1700. He died May 1718, in 20th min., having marr., and had a
daugh. Christian.—[Presb, and Test. Reg., Penneouik's Works, Acts Parl. ix. x., Wight on
Elections.]
1721. JAMES WELSH, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 16th
April 1700, licen. by the Presb. 22d Oct. 1707, called 28th Dec. 1720, ord, 9th May after ;
died 11th April 1755, in 34th min.—[Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg.] -
1732. CHRISTOPHER CAIRNs, A.M., studied and acquired his degree at the Univ. of Edin-
burgh 17th April 1723, licen. by the Presb. 10th July 1728, called 16th Feb., and ord.
(assist, and suc.) 1st Aug. 1732; died 6th Jan. 1761, in 29th min. Margaret Simson, his
widow, died 12th Sept. 1779–LReg. Laur. Univ. Edin, Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg., &c.]
1761. THOMAS MUSCHET, licen. by the Presb. 18th June 1746, and ord, by them 26th Aug.
1752 as missionary at Strontian, afterwards adm. to the Presbyterian congregation at Thornton,
in England, pres. by Will. Earl of March and Ruglen 1st July, and adm. 22d Oct. 1761 ;
died 16th Feb. 1793, in his 79th year, and 41st min., having marr. Jean Douglas, who died
May 1788.-Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. viii.)—[Presb. Reg.,
Tombst., Wew St. Acc. iii.] -
1793. JAMEs GARDNER, licen. by the Presb. of Edinburgh 26th Aug. 1789, pres. by Will.
Duke of Queensberry 31st May, and ord. 22d Aug. 1793; died 14th Aug. 1830, in 71st
age, and 37th min. He marr. 24th Nov. 1795, Jean, daugh. of the Rev. Thos. Gray, min. of
Broughton, she died at Edin. 16th Aug. 1844, and had Helen, Jessie, and others.-Publica-
tion—Account of the Parish (Lit. and Stat. Mag. ii.)—[Presb. Reg., Tombst, Wew St. Acc.
iii., &c.]
1831. GEORGE BURNS, D.D., youngest son of Mr John B., surveyor of customs at Borrow-
stounness, studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, licen. by the Presb. of Linlithgow 28th July 1812,
ord. by the Presb. of Aberdeen 19th Dec. 1816, as min. of the Presbyterian congreg. St. John's,
New Brunswick. Had his degree conferred by the Univ. of St. Andrews 1st Feb. 1817, was pres.
by the Principal and Masters of St. Mary's College St. Andrews in May, and adm. 3d Nov. 1831.
By joining in the Free Secession, and signing the deed of Demission, he was declared no longer
min. of this Church 24th June 1843; adm. to Corstorphine Fr. Church in 1844. He marr, a
daugh. of the Rev. James Struthers, of the Relief Church, Edin., and has issue.—Publications—
Lectures and Sermons, delivered in the Scots Church of St. John, St. John N.B., 1820, 8vo.
TWEEDSMUIR. - 26]
Prayers adapted for Public Worship, &c., St. John, N.B., 1829, 12mo. The National Church
a National Treasure, a Sermon, Edin. 1835, 8vo.
Prayers for the Closet and Family, Edin. 1862. Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. iii.)—
[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Tombst, St. And, Univ. Cal, Kay's Portr. ii., &c.] -
Prayers for the use of Sabbath Schools tº
SUCCESSION OF MINISTERS IN THE PRESBYTERY SINCE JUNE 1839.
Page.
237.
239.
242.
243.
245.
250,
251.
255.
258.
261.
Peebles,
Drummelzier,
Eddleston,
Innerleithen,
Rirkurd,
Lyne,
Manor,
Stobo,
Traquair,
Tweedsmuir,
1847.
1843,
1866.
1856.
1859.
1843,
1865.
1846.
1852.
1861.
1843.
1861.
1850.
1859.
1843.
1860.
George Hope Monilaws, D.D.
John Taylor. &
Robert Meiklam, A.M.
Alexander J. Murray.
Alexander Williamson.
Thomas Gray, A.M.
Robert Henderson.
Thomas Mackenzie, A.M.
William Walkinshaw.
Colin Campbell.
John Little.
Peter M“Vicar.
James T. Blake, A.M.
Jardine Wallace, A.B.
Archibald Tod.
John Dick, A.M.
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PRESBYTERY OF DALKEITH.
Proposed to be erected by the Gen. Assembly April 1581. The Register consists of nineteen volumes,
commencing 15th March 1581, and has been preserved, with exceptions from 2d April 1584 to 10th Oct.
1588, 16th July 1594 to 9th Dec. 1611, 9th Jan. 1662 to 1st May 1673, and April 1688 to May 1692.
The latter portion was in possession of the Presb. 3d July 1750, but missing in Aug. 1817. Their
records, however, are the most perfect of any presbytery in Scotland.
DALKEITH,
Formerly a Collegiate Church, dedicated to St. Nicholas, and a pendicle of the Deanery of Restalrig. On
the dissolution of the Deanery it was erected into a parish by Parliament 5th June 1592.
1566. RobFRT WILSON, appointed by the Assembly 1562 to minister in such kirk as shall
be thought good; in 1567 he had a stipend of viºli; trans, to Newbattle about 1573–
[Booke of the Kirk, Zurich Lett. ii., Reg. Min, Wew St. Acc. i.] -
1573. THOMAS DowGLAs, trans. fr. Strathbrock, pres, to the Deanery of Restalrig by James VI.
10th Nov., with consent of the Prebenders and Chapter he gave an yearly pension of jºli from
two-third parts of the Deanery to Mr Nicol Elphinstoun of Schank 3d Feb. following, which
was confirmed by his Majesty 6th of said month ; in 1575 he also had charge of Lesuaid and
—[Reg. Assig, and Pres, Colleg. Ch. of Mid-Lothian, Test. Reg., Wodrow Miscell.]
1575. GEORGE RAMSAY, trans. fr. Foulden, nominated by James VI, 29th Oct., to the
continued in 1580, trans. to Lasswade before 1582.-[Reg. Pres., Assig., and Min, Wew St.
Acc.] - -
1582. ANDREW SYMSOUN, trans. fr. Dunbar, adm. about October, when Lasswade and Glen-
corse were still in the charge. In 1585 it was confined to Dalkeith only. In 1587 his whole
stipend was taken away, and given to the Abbey of Newbattle, continued in 1589, and died at
a good old age, respected on account of his learning and piety, meekness of temper, and gentle-
ness of manner. He marr. Violet Adamson, sist. to Pat. Archbishop of St Andrews, and had
six sons, five of whom, Patrick, Archibald, Alexander, Richard, and William, became ministers,
beside three daugh., all of whom marr. preachers.-Publications—Rudimenta Grammatices
in gratiam juventutis Scoticae conscripta, Edin. 1587, 8vo (better known as the Dunbar Rudi-
ments). Ad Comitem Fermelodunensem Carmen, 1610, 4to (probably by his son and successor).
—[Presb. Reg., Reg. Assig., Eacheq. Buik, Booke of the Kirk, Colleg. Ch. of Mid-Loth., Row,
and Calderwood's Hist, Edin. Chr. Inst. i., New St. Acc.]
1586. ARCHIBALD SyMSONE, A.M., son of the former, attained his degree at the Univ. of St.
Andrews in 1585, assistant to his father 1586, on the Register 1590, chosen clerk to the Presb.
10th Oct. 1588, and adm. and coll. to the benefice 3d June 1591. His poetry attracted the
notice of Sir John Maitland of Thirlstane, chancellor of the kingdom, through whose assist-
ance the parish was erected in 1592 ; and subsequently he acquired the friendship of
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Alex. Earl of Dunfermline, who held the same office, and of Thomas Earl of Melrose. He
nearly escaped being present at the Gen. Assembly in Aberdeen 2d July 1605, having
arrived two or three days too late, from a mistake in the letter forwarded to his Presb.
He was one of the zealous brethren who met at Linlithgow 10th Jan. thereafter, in
conference with the “imprisoned ministers” previous to their trial for declining the royal
authority in “causes spiritual.” At the Convention there 10th December following, he
and another proposed entering a protestation that it should not be held as a Gen. Assembly.
A protestation for the liberties of the Kirk to the Parliament was handed to the Clerk-Register
17th June 1617, signed by him in name of the brethren, and supplicants, and adhered to by
fifty-four others, for which he was summoned to the High Commission 1st July, deprived on
the 12th, and confined to the town of Aberdeen. On confessing his offence, 11th Dec. follow-
ing, the sentence was removed, and he returned to his charge. A Summons was sent for his
recompearance before the same court 7th June 1620, which he avoided through the intercession
of Will. Earl of Morton. He died in Dec. 1628, aged about 64, in 42d min. Deeply imbued
with religion, his sentiments were orthodox, and his piety fervent and practical. With a lively
genius, his imagination was rich and varied, and his style fluent, though sometimes disfigured
by the coarseness usual in his time. He marr. Elizabeth Stewart, who survived him, to whom his
successor was indebted xx merkis for rent of ane piece land.—Publications—Christ's Seven
Words upon the Cross, 1620. Heptameron, The seven days. St And. 1621. Samson’s
Seaven lockes of Haire. St And. 1621, 8vo. Hieroglyphica Animalium Terrestrium,
&c., Edin. 1622, 4to. A Sacred Septenarie, 162—, 8vo. Induas Epistolas Petri, 1632,
4to. Philomela Dalkeithensis, a congratulatory poem in praise of his Majesty (in the
Muses Welcome, Edin. 1618, fol.) Letter to the High Commission, and an Apologetick
(Orig. Lett. ii.) A Sermon on John v. 35 (Select Biog. i.) Other works were left in MSS.—
Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Wodrow’s MS. Biog. iv., Presb., Edin. Presb., and Test. Reg., Reg. Pres,
Sec. Sigill., and Assig., Lochleven Pap., Booke of the Kirk, Spotswood, Row, and Calderwood’s
Hist, Scot's Stagg. State, Forbes' Records, Scot's Apol. Rel, M'Crie's Melville ii., Orig. Lett,
New St. Acc., Colleg. Ch. of Mid-Loth., Acts. Parl, iii.]
1629. PATRICK TURNET, A.M., trans. fr. Borthwick, pres. by Charles I. 19th Oct. 1628,
inst. 2d March following ; died Aug. 1634, aged about 59, in 31st min. His librarie was
estimat at iiij merkis; he had also four silver cowpes and five silver spones valued at
j” xxxix fi iiijs; the utencils, &c., iſ li, beside house property in Edinburgh, while he was
awand Will. Earl of Mortoun for one yeiris maill of a grass bank in 1634 xl merkis. He had
two men, one nurse, and four servants. Frie Geir, dd., ii” ix” lix liv s iiijd. He marr. in Jan.
1612, Margaret Law, who survived him, and had Sir James, an officer in the Swedish army,
afterward in that of the Covenanters and Charles II. ; Tyr Archibald, a min, of Edin. ; Jean ;
Margaret ; Anna, sp. of Rob. Inglis, merchant, Edin. ; and Mary. Publication—Three Latin
Poems (Symson's Hieroglyphica),—[Reg. Pres, et Sec. Sigill, Presb., Test, and Canongate Reg.
(Marr.), Turner's Mem., Wew St. Acc.]
1635. HEW CAMPBELL, A.M., broth. to John C., of Schankstoun, studied and attained his
degree at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1619, was on the exercise there 19th July 1620, pres. by
Charles I. 25th Sept. 1634, ord. 20th Jan. and inst, 5th Feb, thereafter. He was a member of
2 L
264. PRESBYTERY OF DALKEITH.
the Commiss. of Assembly 1643, 1644, 1649. The town being declared infected 15th April 1647,
the Earl of Buccleuch removed to Branxholme, so the kirk could not be visited until God should
stay the plague. The communicants, 16th Oct. 1648, are stated at nine hundred. In Nov. 1650
Mr Hew was affrighted to come near his par. by reason of the English army therein, which
caused break up the poors' box, “the kirk being so filled with horse and guards, that neither
sermon nor session could be kept ;”—“the kirk was cleansed of the horse and guards, and of the
muck that was therein, the same serving them as if it had been a stable,” so that he began
preaching again 29th Dec. following. Deposed 13th Jan. 1659, for “obscene carriage with
the reader's wife ;” and died in April 1674, aged about 74. A daugh., Elizabeth, marr. Will.
Henry, apothecary and burgess in Edinburgh.-Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Reg. Sec. Sigill, and
Pres, Presb., Test, Sess, and Edin. Reg. (Marr, and Bur), Acts of Ass., Lamont's Diary, New
St. Acc.]
1659. WILLIAM CALDERWOOD, A.M., Son of Thomas C. merchant and Dean of Guild in Edin-
burgh, bapt. 22d Jan. 1636, studied and was laureated at the Univ. there May 1653, called
April and ord. 22d Sept. 1659; died 4th March 1680, in his 45th year and 21st min.
“Dotibus eximiis Patris, Pastoris, Amici,
Wix magis ornatum protulit ulla Dies.
Dum fluit Esca duplex, Sylvamque; amplectitur Ulnis,
Caldervode, tibi Fama perennis erit.”
His librarie was estimat at viºli.; insicht, &c., xl merks; Frie Geir, v"xcixlivij svijd. He
marr. 23d Nov. 1660, Margaret, daugh. of Robert Craig of Riccarton, she died 30th Sept.
1682, and had Thomas (burges and guild brother of Edinburgh), Ludovick, and others.—
[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin., Presb., Test, and Edin. Reg. (Bapt.), Tombst., Calderwood's Hist, Wew
St. Acc.]
1680. JAMES TUNDIE, A.M., trans. fr. Edin, pres. by James Duke and Anne Duchess of
Buccleuch, adm. and inst. 24th Nov. ; thus accepting a smaller for a larger stipend : a probable
reason has been assigned, that he had offended his Diocesan, by speaking freely from the pulpit
anent the Government. Refusing to take the Test, he was deprived in 1681.-[Presb. Reg.,
Wodrow’s Hist, Fountainhall's Diary, Wew St. Acc.]
1683. ALEXANDER HERIOT, A.M., trans. fr. Kirkcaldy 2d charge, pres. by James Duke
and Anne Duchess of Buccleuch in Dec. 1682, adm. and inst. 11th Jan. after ; deposed 3d Dec.
1690, for “contumacy.” He appealed to the Priv. Council, but an episcopalian writer says,
“A certain great man was so picqued at him on account of reading the proclamation calling
Monmouth and Argyle rebels and traitors, that he would neither hear his defences, nor yet
interpose his authority (then the highest in the state) for keeping him in the exercise of his
ministry, though it was desired by the generality and the best of his parish.” He marr. in Nov.
1675, Helen Balfour, in the par. of Liff, and had a daugh. Helen.—Publication—a Pamphlet
in exculpation of himself, 4to.—[Presb., and Kirkcaldy Sess. Reg., Hist. Gen. Ass. 1690, MS.
Acc. of Min. 1689, S. Presö. Eloq., Wew St. Acc.] -
1687. PATRICK ANDERSON, A.M., trans. fr. Walston, in Nov.; continued 25th July 1688,
but returned to his former parish, according to the Act of Parliament 1690–LSyn. Reg.]
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1691. WILLIAM MEIN, A.M., formerly of Lochrutton, called 12th June and adm. 7th July;
was a member of Assembly 1692, and died 11th Jan. 1699, in 65th age and 40th min. He
marr. Eliza Bucholme.—[Syn., Presb., Sess., and Test. Reg. (Peebles), Reg. Gen. Ass., Wew St.
Acc.]
1700. JAMEs ELPHINGSTONE, trans. fr. Strathblane, called 19th March, and adm. 19th Nov.;
died 1st Feb. 1709, in 18th min. He marr., 4th March 1700, Mrs Kathrine Moncrieff, in
the par. of Lasswade. Their youngest daugh. Giles marr. Mr John Love, one of the masters in
the High School, Edinburgh.-Presb., Sess., and Lasswade Sess. Reg., Chalmers's Ruddiman.]
1710. DAVID HUTCHESON, called 10th Jan. and ord, 7th April; died 3d Feb. 1746, in 36th
min. A son, William, was a student in the Univ. of Edinburgh.-Presb., and Sess. Reg., Wew
St. Acc., &c.]
1746. DAVID PLENDERLEATH, trans. fr. Ormiston, pres. by Francis Duke of Buccleuch, 23d
May, and adm. 7th Oct. ; trans. to Edinburgh (Tolbooth Ch.) 20th Dec. 1764—[Presb., and
Syn. Reg., Carlyle's Autob., Wew St. Acc.]
1765. HENRY GREIVE, trans. fr. Eaglesham, pres, by commissioners for Henry Duke of
Buccleuch 18th Feb. and 2d March, and adm. 7th June. Had D.D. from the Univ. of St
Andrews 21st Jan. 1775, was elected Moderator of the General Assembly 22d May 1783,
appointed one of his Majesty's Chaplains in Ordinary 21st Feb. 1784, and trans. to Edinburgh
(New Greyfriars' Church) 16th June 1789–LPresb., and Syn. Reg., Wew St. Acc.]
1790. WILLIAM Scott, trans. fr. Graitney, pres, by Henry Duke of Buccleuchin Oct. 1789,
and adm. 17th Feb. thereafter ; died 10th July 1831, in his 77th year and 43d min. He
marr. 19th Nov. 1795, Jane, daugh, of the Rev. John Robertson, Kilmarnock, she died 29th
Jan. 1840.-Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. xii).-Presb. Reg., Wew
St. Acc., &c.]
1832. JAMES MONTEITH, A.M., became partner and manager of the Blantyre Cotton Works,
but receiving strong impressions of religion, he went through a course of study for the ministry
at the Univ. of Edinburgh, and took his degree 31st March 1827; pres, by Walter Francis
Duke of Buccleuch, on the recommendation of the Rev. Dr Chalmers, 27th Dec. 1831, and ord.
\13th April following, Imbibing the Doctor's theory of voluntary charity, he had influence to
get the parochial poorhouse abolished, when one of its inmates quaintly observed, he might first
have studied the language of Job, “He hath taken away an house which he builded not.” He
retired from the parish in consequence of mental disease, but joined the Free Secession, and was
declared no longer a min. of this church 23d June 1843; was adm. to the Fr. Ch. Kingarth,
same year, and to Carlton Hill, London, in 1852. He died at Edinburgh, 20th April 1856, in
25th min. He marr., 24th April 1821, Margaret, eldest daugh. of Robert Thomson, Esq. of
Camphill, and had Robert Earle, and others.-[Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg., New St. Acc., &c.]
266 PRESBYTERY OF TXALKEITH.
BORTHWICK.
Erected from Prebendaries belonging to the College Kirk of Crichton, and the ancient par. of Locher-
worth, with advice of James VI. 4th April 1596, and ratified by Parliament 11th July 1606. The
church was dedicated to St. Kentigern.
1567. THoMAs CRANSTOUN, with a stipend of iiijº Ii ; trans, to Liberton at Lammas
1569.-[Reg. Min, Archaeol. Soot. i., New St. Acc.]
1586. JoHN CoIDEN.—[Reg. Assig, New St. Acc.]
1593. JAMES HUNTER, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edin-
burgh 12th August 1591, adm. in 1593; trans to Skirling in 1594.—[Reg. Laur. Univ.
Edin., Presb. Reg., Reg. Assig.] ...”
1595. ADAM CoIT, A.M., Regent in the Univ. of Edinburgh, adm. 30th Sept., and had a
glebe designed ; pres, to the new erection by James VI. 11th May 1596; trans, to Inveresk
in 1597–LEdin, and Haddington Presb. Reg., Reg. Assig, and Pres, Crawfurd’s Univ.,
Colleg. Ch. of Mid-Loth., Sinclair's St. Acc. xiii.)
1597. JoHN MORAy, A.M., fourth son of Robert M. of Abercairney, studied and attained
his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 10th Aug. 1595, pres. to the parsonage and vicarage,
“callit of auld the kirk of Lochwhareit,” 15th Dec. and 6th Jan. 1598; trans. to S. Leith 2nd
charge in 1603.—[Douglas's Peer., and Bar, Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, and Assig, Presb., Test.,
and Edin. Presb. Reg., New St. Acc.]
1604. PATRICK TURNET, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 10th
Aug. 1595, pres, by James VI. 9th March 1604. In 1627 there were four hundred and fifty-
five communicants. He was trans. to Dalkeith in 1629.-LReg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Pres., and
Assig, Presb. Reg., Booke of the Kirk, Calderwood's Hist, Pitcairn's Cr. Trials iii., Bannatyne
Miscell. iii., Stat. Rep. 1627, Wew St. Acc.]
1629. JAMES PoETEOUs, younger, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of
Edinburgh 24th July 1619, adm. 2nd, and inst. 15th April 1629; died 7th Nov. 1651, in
53rd age, and 23nd min. His librarie was valued at jº Xxxiijii vjs. viijd., insicht j fi, awand
be Mr John Weir, for defuncts manse iij xxxiijii vjs. viijd. Inventar and debts viij” jº
xcvij ti vjs. viijd. Cristian Douglas, relict, and Margaret and Cristian, daugh.-[Edin.
Grad, Presb, and Test. Reg., Tombst, Wew St. Acc.]
1648. ARCHIBALD TURNER, A.M., son of Mr Patrick T. min. of Dalkeith, studied and took
his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh July 1642, elected by the Presb. from a leet by the
Heritors 11th Nov. 1647, adm. (conjunct helper) 23rd March following. At 2nd Nov. there-
after the communicants were between five and six hundred ; trans. to North Berwick in 1649.
—[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin., Presb., and Syn. Reg., Baillie's Lett, Wew St. Acc.]
1652. JoHN WEIR, A.M., trans. fr. S. Leith 2nd charge, called 28th March, adm. 22nd
April, and inst. in May ; died May 1657, aged about 43. The insicht, &c., was valued at 1 fi,
Inventar and debts vi" xcviji. He marr. Anna Hamiltone, and had a daugh. Marie; 2ndly,
25th º 1649, Janet Scrogie.—[Presb., Test., S. Leith Sess, and Edin. Reg. (Bapt.), Wew
St. Acc.
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1657. THOMAS PATERSONE, A.M., studied and had a bursary of divinity on Struthers's
foundation at the Univ. of Edinburgh, where he obtained his degree May 1653, called 13th
Sept., and ordained 24th Dec. 1657; died 13th May 1683, aged about 50, in 26th min.
Wodrow ranks him as a nonconformist, and probably he was indulged by favour. He marr.
Helen, daugh, of Mr. Robert Trail, min. of Edinburgh, and had Mr. Thomas, his successor ;
Elizabeth, who marr. George Turnbull of Currie ; and Robert, prentice to Pat. Halyburton,
merchant, Edinburgh.-[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, and Old Dec. i., Presb., Edin. Guild, and
Reg. (Bapt.), Tombst, Murray's Biog. Ann., New St. Acc.]
1683. THOMAS PATERSON, A.M., son of the preceding, studied and attained his degree at
the Univ. of Edinburgh in 1671, pres, by Alexander Archbishop of St. Andrews Jan., and
inst. 22nd May 1683; deprived by the Privy Council 4th Sept. 1689, for not reading the
Proclamation of the Estates, but praying for the late king, James VII. He marr. Janet
Wright, relict of the laird of Kairsey; 2ndly, Anna Murray, relict of Will. Whytt, merchant,
Edinburgh, with whose daugh. he had Sasine of an annual rent of vi" merks Scots from the
lands of Abbotshall.—[Edin. Grad, Presb., and Part. Reg. Sasines (Fife), M.S. Acc. of Min.
1689, Murray's Biog. Ann., Wew St. Acc., Morrison's Dec. xxviii.]
1687. JoHN CAMPBELL, called 23rd Aug., and ord. (by a committee of Syn.)
15th Nov ; died 24th Jan. 1690, in his 35th year, and 3rd min.--|Sym. Reg., Tombst.,
New St. Acc.]
1690. WILLIAM TRAIL, A.M., eldest son of Mr Rob. T., min. of Edin., bapt. 28th Sept.
1640, studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 30th June 1658, became chap-
lain to the laird of Scotstarvet, licen. in London 1670, ord, to the Presbyterian Congregation
at Lifford in 1672. Joining with four other min. in the appointment of a fast, he was ex-
amined by justices of the peace at Raphoe, summoned to the Privy Council at Dublin, remitted
to the assizes at Lifford, imprisoned from 11th Aug. 1681 to 20th April 1682, and fined,
with fees to the Clerks. After this he went to Maryland, and returned at the Revolution ;
was called to this parish 26th July, and adm. 17th Sept. 1690; was a member of Assembly
same year, and died 3rd May 1714, in 74th age, and 42nd min. It is recorded that “every
morning about three, when he had public work on hand, he heard three knocks at his chamber
door, and if, through weariness or heaviness he disobeyed these, there were generally three
others at his bed-head, which he durst not refuse, but arose to his duty. This at first fright-
ened him, at length he became accustomed to them : they never failed on Sabbaths, and at
communions. When old and infirm these knocks entirely ceased.” He marr. 8th July 1701
Jean Murray, relict of David Moncrief of Boghall, and had three sons min, James of Montrose,
William of Benholm, and Robert of Panbride ; and three daugh, Jean, Margaret, and Eliza-
beth.-Publication—A Necessary and Excellent Advice about some Duties, Edin. 1762,
12mo.-[Presb., Syn., Test., Sess., and Elie Sess. Reg., Reid's Ireland ii., Wodrow’s Hist, and
Anal., Reg. Gen. Ass., Edin. Grad, and Chr. Inst. xxiii., New St. Acc.]
1714. WILLIAM ROBERTSON, son of David R. of Brunton, descended from the family of
Gladney, licen. by the Presb. of Kirkcaldy 14th June 1711, became min. of a con-
gregation in London, called 5th, and adm. 23rd Sept. 1714; trans. to Edinburgh
(Lady Yester's Ch.) 16th Oct. 1733.—[Douglas's Bar, Presb. Reg., Stewart's Life of Robert-
son, New St. Acc.]
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1734. THOMAS TURNBULL, trans. from Greenlaw, called 24th Dec. 1733, and adm, 17th
June following; elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly 25th May 1758 ; died 23rd March
1786, in 85th age, and 61st min. The Lord President (Dundas) had a great respect for him,
and frequently honoured the manse with a visit. Ale was the common beverage at that
time, and his lordship calling one day, a bottle was put down, the min, helped himself, but
got so immersed in conversation that he continued sipping and helping himself till the bottle was
emptied, when he discovered to his astonishment that the President had not tasted. He apolo-
gized, and called for another bottle ; his lordship, however, could remain no longer, and
laughed heartily, observing it was too good a joke to lose sight of against his pastor. Mr. T.
belonged to the moderate party in the church, and took a prominent part in her affairs. He
marr, 25th Nov. 1726, Margaret Stevenson, and had George, Robert, Elizabeth, who marr.
Mr. Robert Dundas, min. of Humbie, and left an Orphan, of whom his grandfather took
charge, and on his death-bed specially requested the President to take notice of him, which he
did, and he became proprietor of Tunira, and one of the principal Clerks of Session.
Another daugh, Janet, marr. Mr. Alex. Torrence, tenant of Borthwick-mains.—[Presb.,
Syn., and Sess. Reg., Carlyle's Autob., Morren's Ann., New St. Acc.]
1787. JAMES FINLAYSON, A.M., Professor of Logic in the Univ. of Edinburgh, this office he
held in conjunction, pres. by the Right Hon. President Dundas, at the solicitation of Sir Will.
Murray of Ochtertyre, in whose family he had been tutor, 30th Aug. 1786, and ord, 6th April
thereafter ; trans, to Edinburgh (Lady Yester's Ch.) 8th June 1790.-[Edin. Grad., Presb.,
and Syn. Reg., Sermons, Chambers's Biog. Dict, New St. Acc.]
1791. JoHN CLUNIE, trans. fr. Ewes, pres, by the Right Hon. Robert Dundas of Arniston,
Lord Advocate in Jan., and adm. 13th May; appointed in addition Chaplain to the 2d or Eastern
Regt. of Mid-Lothian Volunteer Infantry, died 14th April 1819, in his 62d year, and 29th
min. He was gifted with a powerful musical voice, and extremely fond of singing, so much so
that being in Dalkeith on one occasion, and taking a stirrup cup with his friends, singing—
“The auld man’s mare's dead | The puir man's mare's dead l’ his cannie pony died at the
door. He marr. 1st Dec. 1790, Mary, daugh. of the Rev. Alex. Oliphant, min. of Bower,
she died 9th May 1813, leaving a family.—Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St.
Acc. xiii.)—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Wew St. Acc., &c.]
1814. ROBERT SMITH, son of Theophilus S., farmer, Stanley, born 1st Aug. 1788, educated
at the par. school of Dunning, enrolled a student of the Univ. of St. Andrews in 1803, and
was the successful competitor there for Gray's prize at the Divinity Hall, finishing his course
at that of Edinburgh, he became preceptor in the family of Mr. Bruce of Kennet, and subse-
quently of Dundas of Arniston, was licen. by the Presb. 4th Aug. 1812, pres. by the Lord Chief
Baron Dundas in May, and ord. (assist, and suc.) 22d July 1814; trans, to Newtyle 3d Sept.
1818–LDiseourses, Presb., and Syn. Reg., New St. Acc., &c.] -
1818. THOMAS WRIGHT, son of Thomas W., plasterer, Dean, educated at the High School
and Univ. of Edinburgh, where his assiduity and attainments attracted the notice of several
of the professors, especially of Stewart the moral philosopher, while the kindly notice and
affectionate regard of the Rev. Dr. Meiklejohn discovered in his pupil the germ of such talent
as greatly to encourage him in prosecuting the study of theology. He became tutor successively
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in the families of Campbell of Stonefield, and Clerk Rattray of Craighall, where his information,
attention, and diligence in advancing the education and morals of the younger members of their
families, led both to interest themselves in promoting his views towards a settlement in the
Church, having been licen. by the Presb. of Edinburgh 26th Sept 1810. Through the interest
of the latter family the living of Newtyle was secured, when circumstances occurred that
rendered it expedient to remove the respected minister above named to another charge, which
was easily accomplished by the two Barons of Exchequer exchanging the situation of their
protegees, with the approbation, and to the mutual comfort of all concerned, so that Mr. W.
was pres. by the Right Hon. the Chief Baron Dundas in Oct., and ord, 4th Dec. 1818; but deposed
by the Assembly 24th May 1841, for constructive heresy. On receiving notice of this severe
sentence, he indignantly removed his furniture, &c. from the manse to Edinburgh before break of
the following day. In this case “very scanty justice” was given to Mr. W., the deposition having
been carried by the overwhelming majority of the dominant party, who made attempts to enlist
him into their ranks, and failing in this raised a hue and cry against him, “without being able
to point out specifically any heresy.” After his retirement he devoted himself to classical studies,
perused the Greek authors (in the original), and spending a life of unspotted morals, died at Edin.
13th March 1855, in his 70th year.—Publications—Sermon preached after the Funeral of the
Lord Chief Baron, Edin. 1819, 8vo. The Morning and Evening Sacrifice, Edin. 1822, 8vo.
Farewell to Time, Edin. 1828, 12mo. The Last Supper, Edin. 1828, 12mo. The true Plan of a
Living Temple, 3 vols., Edin. 1830, 12mo, My Old House, Edin. 1835, 12mo. A Manual
of Conduct, Edin. 1838, 12mo. Translated from the German—Elements of the Philosophy of
Plants, Edin. 1821, 8vo. Reinhard's Family Discourses, Edin. 1845, 12mo, Sermon xv.
(Gillan's Scott. Pulpit). Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. i.)—[Presb. Reg., New St. Acc., &c.]
CARRINGTON, OR PRIMROSE.
In 1567 the parish was held with Cockpen. The name Carrington was changed in 1703 to Primrose, but
has again been resumed.
1570. GEORGE RAMSAY, son of Alex. R., parson of Foulden, pres. by James VI. 18th Oct. ;
he signed the articles presented by the superintendent 6th Oct. 1572, and was trans. to Foul-
den about 1574.—[Reg. Pres, Booke of the Kirk.]
1585. LUCAS SONSTE, reader at Newbattle 1576-1580, pres. by James VI. 8th Feb. 1586;
he adhered to the Protestation for the Liberties of the Kirk 27th June 1617, and continued in
1619.-[Reg. Assig, and Pres., Presb., and Test. Reg., Orig. Lett., Calderwood's Hist.]
1619. JoHN KNOX, A.M., son of Will. K., min. of Cockpen, studied and was laureated at the
Univ. of Edinburgh 28th July 1610, adm. (colleague) 13th April 1619; he was a member of the
Commission of Assembly 1648, in which year the communicants are stated to be between two
and three hundred. He died before 18th July 1661. Issobell Douglas, his widow, died in Nov.
1664.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Presb., and Test. Reg., Acts of Ass., Johnston's Sermons.]
1653. John Knox, younger, son of the preceding, received from the Presb. a text to handle
15th June 1648, and was licen. 8th Feb. 1649, called 14th Aug., and ord, 31st Oct. 1653.
27() PRESBYTERY OF TAIKEITH.
He died 21st Nov. 1659, in 7th min. His furniture was estimat at j" merks. A bond was due
by Cant of Comiston to vimal. John K., elder, and Issobell D. his spouse, for iſ" v" merks.
Inventar and dettis amounted to iiij" vi. lxxii, which were confirmed to Nicoll K., his uncle.
—[Presb., and Test. Reg.]
1660. JAMEs KILPATRICK, recommended to the Session by Geo. Tord Ramsay, 1st Jan.
1660, “as a domestick in his own house,” was called 15th following, and ord, 28th June there-
after. Deprived by the Act of Parl, 11th June, and of Priv. Council 1st Oct. 1662–LSess,
and Presb. Reg.] & •
1663. JoHN CoILIER, A.M., trans. fr. Firth and Stenness, coll. 23d March ; deprived for
refusing the Test in Nov. 1681, and died in Edinburgh 13th Nov. 1691, aged about 62. He
marr. 26th May 1664, Margaret Watson, in the par., and had a son James; 2dly, 31st Oct.
1667, Annabella Lindsay, in Edin—[Reg. Collat, Sess, Presb., and Edin. Reg. (Bur), Wod-
row's Hist. -
1682. RoBERT MONTEITH, A.M., trans, fr. Borgue, pres. by Sir Will. Primrose of Carring-
ton 15th May, coll. 22d, and adm. and inst. 23d June ; deposed 19th Feb. 1685, for drunken-
ness, &c. He entered burgess and guild-brother of Edin. 4th April 1690; married Jean
Harris, and had Mary and James.—Publications—The true and genuine art of exact Pointing
to be used in Print and Manuscripts, Edin. 1704, 12mo. Theater of Mortality, or a Collection
of Funeral Inscriptions, 2 parts, Edin. 1704-1713, sm. 8vo. Buchanan’s Fratres Fraterrimi,
Epigrams, and Miscellanies, in English verse, Edin, 1708, sm. 8vo.—[Presb., Sess, Edin.
Guild, and Reg. (Bapt.), Fountainhall's Diary, and Dec. i., Lives of Em. Scotsmen.—Poets vi.]
1685. DAVID LAMMIE, A.M., son of Mr. John L., Dean of Brechin, studied and attained
his degree at the Univ. and King's College, Aberdeen, 11th July 1676, pres, by Sir Will.
Primrose of Carrington in March, and inst, 25th May 1685. Deprived by the Committee of
Estates 8th May 1689, for not reading the proclamation they had enjoined, and obeying the
same. He died in Edinburgh 28th Jan. 1724, aged about 68, in 39th min.—|Fasti Aberd,
Presb., Test. (St. And), and Edin. Reg. (Bur), Acts Parl. ix.] -
1688. JAMEs KILPATRICK, already mentioned. At the Provincial Meeting 2d Nov. 1687, Mr.
Dav. Williamson was appointed to send the letter of the General Meeting for his return from
Ireland, he returned accordingly, on the invitation of the parishioners in June, and brought his
family in Nov. following, was allowed to preach and exercise the other parts of the ministry, by
the Committee of Estates 10th May 1689, without prejudice to the patron's right of patron-
age, was restored by the Act of Parliament 25th April 1690, was a member of the Assemblies
1690, 1692, and died 4th July 1696, in 37th min., having mortified j merks to the poor of the
par. His fun. sermon was preached on the 5th of said month by his nephew, Mr. Andrew Rogers,
min. of Galston, from Matt. xvi. 24. Mr. K. marr. 22d Dec. 1691, Helen Kerr, relict of Mr.
Geo. Johnstoun, min. of Newbattle, and had a daugh. Christian, who marr. Sir John Clerk of
Penicuik, Bart.—[Syn., Sess, Presb, and Edin. Reg. (Marr), Acts Parl. ix., Reg. Gen. Ass., &c.]
1698. JoHN BISHOP, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 18th
July 1692, called 31st Dec. 1697, and ord, 13th April following ; died 23d Oct. 1706, aged
about 34, in 9th min. He marr. Jean Daes, sister of Will. D., chirurgeon, and had John,
Elizabeth, James, and John.—[Edin. Grad, Presb., Sess, and Test. Reg.]
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1709. JAMES PATON, studied at the Univ. of Glasgow, where he held the Dundonald bur-
sary of philosophy in 1698, called 28th April, and ord, 27th July 1709; elected unanimously
Clerk to the Synod, 6th Nov. 1716, and died 7th May 1754, in 45th min. He marr. 5th
April 1710, Margaret, daugh. of Will. Ritchie, merchant, Ayr, she died 7th Feb. 1722, and
had Robert, min. of Lasswade, Janet, Margaret, Elizabeth, Rosina, and Ann ; 2dly, 14th Feb.
1723, Agnes Sloss, relict of Mr Adam Davidson, min. of Essie, and had a son, James—[Mun.
Univ. Glasg., iii., Presb., Syn., and Sess. Reg.]
1755. WILLIAM MACKIE, licen, by the Presb. of Linlithgow, 5th July 1748, pres, by John,
Lord Dalmeny, 17th Oct. 1754, and ord, 27th June thereafter ; died 17th June 1789, in
34th min. He marr. 8th Sept. 1757, Janet Duncan, who died 26th Jan. 1814.—[Presb.
Reg., &c.]
1790. JoHN FLEMING, son of James F., of Craigs, educated at the par. school of Bathgate,
went to the Univ. of Edinburgh in his fourteenth year, where he made considerable progress,
and acquired a taste for classical literature. On producing satisfactory testimonials he was
proposed for trials 14th Dec. 1774, and on their delivery was licen, by the Presb. of Linlithgow
23d Feb. 1785, Mr Knox of Slamannan being moderator. Having little view of preferment,
he naturally wished to improve his paternal property, and warmly devoted himself to agricul-
tural pursuits with such success, that he not only commanded the attention of his neighbours,
but attracted the notice of the great landholders, and was appointed his factor by Niel, Earl of
Roseberry, about 1786. So satisfied was his lordship of his assiduity, prudence, and deserts,
that he pres. him to this living in Dec. 1789, where he was ord. 7th May following. He resisted
two offers of clerical preferment, but was induced to accept another to Colinton, to which he
was trans. 2d Oct. 1804.—[Presb. Reg., Scots Mag. xcii., Murray's Biog. Ann., &c.]
1805. THOMAS MUIR, a native of Carnwath, long tutor in the family of Sir Hew Dalrymple
of North Berwick, Bart., which caused him to delay his professional pursuits about thirty
years, till he was licen. by the Presb. of Linlithgow, 10th April 1805, and through the solicit-
ation of Rob. Hepburn, Esq. of Clerkington, pres. by Niel, Earl of Roseberry, five days after,
and ord. 24th Sept. following. He died 1st Feb. 1835, in 84th age and 30th min., distinguished
by guileless simplicity of disposition and manners, being “an Israelite indeed.” The Rev.
John Muir of St Vigean's was a nephew.—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.]
1835. RobHRT MITCHELL, A.M., son of John M., farmer, Woodhead, Dunning, studied and
obtained his degree at the Univ. of St Andrews in 1822, licen. by the Presb. of Auchterarder,
4th March 1830, became assistant to the preceding, was pres, by Arch. John, Earl of Rose-
berry in March, and ord, 30th June 1835; trans, to Craig 7th, and adm. 22d Sept. 1843. He
marr. 19th Oct. 1837, Sophia, daugh, of Mr Buist of Berryhill.—[St. And, Univ. Cal., Presb. Reg.]
COCKPEN,
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Abbey of Newbattle.
1567. WILLIAM KNOx, who is said to have been a brother, but more probably a nephew of
the Reformer, and son of Will. K., merchant, Preston, having Carrington also in charge, with a
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stipend of viºli, and the manse, gleib, and thryd of the vicarage, extending to vij merkis.
He signed the articles authorised by the Synod, and presented by the Superintendent of
Lothian to the Assembly in March 1572. In 1574 besides Carrington, he had also Clerkingtoun
and Tempill in charge, with a stipend of j xxiijli vjs viijd, and the kirk lands; was pres, to
the Vicarage by James VI. 15th Dec. 1580. He died in April 1592, and left three sons in the
ministry. Mr John at Melrose, Mr. Will, his successor, and Mr James at Kelso.-EReg. Min,
Assig, and Pres., Presb. Reg., Booke of the Kirk, Knoa's Works, Wodrow Miscell, Johnston's
Serm., M.S. Genealogy.]
1592. WILLIAM KNOX, A.M., second son of the preceding, entered St. Leonard's College, 10th
Dec. 1586, and took his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews in 1589, adm. 16th May 1592,
he signed the Protestation in support of the Liberties of the Kirk, 14th June 1617, and died
in 1623, aged about 54, in 31st min. He left in MS, Common Places in Theology in Latin,
2 vols, 4to. He marr. a daugh. of Rig, of Carberry, and had three sons, Mr John, min. of
Carrington, William, a bookbinder in Edinburgh, and Nicol, bailie of Cranstoun M“Gill, and
chamberlain to the Lords Cranstoun ; 2dly, Elizabeth Halyburtoun, daugh. to the laird of
Muirhouse-law, in Teviotdale, and had three sons, Andrew, a preacher in the family of Sir
J. Murray of Philiphaugh, Patrick, Secretary to the Earl of Craven, ambassador extraordinary
from England to Holland, by whom he was recommended to the States of Zealand, as factor
for their possessions in India, and Mr Simon, min. of Girthon.—[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb.,
Edin. Presb., and Test. Reg., M.S. Genealogy, Johnston's Serm., Calderwood's Hist., Orig. Lett,
Charters's Scott. Writ.]
1624. ADAM PENMAN, A.M., Son of Mr Will. P., min. of Crichton, studied and attained his
degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews, 27th July 1616, licen. by the Presb. 12th Oct. 1620,
pres. to Crichton by John, Archbishop of St. Andrews jure devoluto in Jan. 1622, which was
not carried out, pres. by Robert, Earl of Ilothian in 1623, and adm. by the Archbishop at St.
Andrews 27th Jan. thereafter. In 1627 there were “between sextein and seventein score of
communicantis,” with a stipend of “twa hundreth merkis money, twa chalderis, victuall, and
vicarage. No schoole, bot great necessitie of a schoole.” Mr P. was a member of the Com-
missions of Assembly 1643, 1644, 1646, and continued after the re-establishment of Episcopacy.
—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Presb. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist, Stat. Reports 1627, Reg. Old Dec. ii.,
Acts of Ass.]
1671. THOMAS WooD, A.M., trans. fr. Johnston, coll. 5th July, and inst. 8th Aug. ; trans.
to Dunbar in 1680–LReg. Collat., Presb., and Sess. Reg.]
1681. ALEXANDER WooD, A.M., trans. fr. Kirkintilloch, scrupling to take the Test he was
deprived same year, but allowed by the Priv. Council 26th Jan. following to have it adminis-
tered, and the Patron recommended to present him anew. Deposed by the Presb, for malicious
conduct, &c. He died at Edinburgh 25th Nov. 1710, aged 58.—[Presb., and Edin. Reg.
(Bur), M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689, Wodrow’s Hist, Rule's Sec. Windication.]
1691. RICHARD How Ison, A.M., translated from Alva ; trans. to Inveresk 6th Sept. 1694.
—[Presb. Reg.]
1695. DAVID LINDSAY, second son of David L. of Kirkforthar, born Nov. 1672, called 15th
Aug., and ord, 17th Sept. 1695; called to Whitekirk in March 1713, but continued, and died
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at Newbattle 6th Oct. 1745, in his 73d year, and 51st min. He marr. Eupham daugh. of
Mr Geo. Wilson of Plewlands, and had seven sons and a daugh, David, George, John, George
(city clerk of Edinburgh), Samuel, Charles, William, and Jean.—Publication—Sermon preached
at opening the Synod, Edin, 1720, 4to.—[Presb., Dunbar Presb., Syn., and Sess. Reg., Tombst,
Lindsay's Lives ii., Douglas's Bar., &c.]
1746. JoHN BONAR, A.M., eldest son of Mr John B., min. of Fetlar, born 1722, studied
and was graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 27th April 1742, licen. by the Presb. of Glas-
gow, 5th June 1745, pres, by Arch. Cockburn, Esq. of Cockpen 29th Jan., and ord. 22d Aug.
1746; pres, to Jedburgh in Jan. 1756, but the Gen. Assembly 28th May following, found it
inexpedient to prosecute the same ; he was trans, to Perth 2d charge, 8th June same year.—
[Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg., Bonar's Serm. ii., Morren's Ann., Carlyle's Autob., Somerville's Life.]
1758. WILLIAM GLOAG, son of Mr. Andrew G., min. of West Calder, studied at the Univ.
of Edinburgh, pres. by Arch. Cockburn of Cockpen, Esq., with consent of Martha Dundas, his
mother in 1757, ord. 28th April following ; trans. to Edinburgh (Lady Yester's Ch.), 13th Oct.
1767–LPresb. Reg., &c.]
1768. JAMES STEELE, son of Mr. Adam S., min. of Heriot, licen, by the Presb. of Kirkcaldy
8th April 1767, pres. by Arch. Cockburn of Cockpen, Esq., 28th March, and ord, 23rd Sept.
1768; demitted 16th May, in respect of a benefice in Jamaica, which was accepted 11th June
1782. Had T).D. conferred, and died 17th Feb. 1790, in 48th age, and 22nd min. He
marr, 27th Jan. 1769, Mary Bain, whose base conduct it is said was the chief cause of his
resigning this charge. His youngest daugh. marr. Sir Thomas Ramsay of Balmain Bart.,
[Presb. Reg., Playfair's Baronetage iii., &c.]
1783. EBENEZER MARSHAL, licen. by the Presb. of Edinburgh 30th Oct. 1776, and ord.
by them 3rd April 1782, as Chaplain to a Scotch Regt. in the Dutch service ; pres. by Arch.
Cockburn of Cockpen, Esq. 22nd Nov. 1782, and adm. 21st Jan. thereafter ; died 19th May
1813, in 32nd min. He marr. 29th Dec. 1784, Christian Goodsman, who died 13th August
1824, and had Archibald, accountant, Edinburgh, and Susan Gloag-Publications—History
of the Union of Scotland and England, Edin. 1799, 8vo. Abridgement of the Acts of Parlia-
ment relating to the Church of Scotland, Edin. 1799. Treatise on the British
Constitution, Edin. 1812, 8vo. Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. ii.).—[Presb.
and Syn. Reg.]
1814. JAMES GRIERSON, M.D., born at Airds, par. of Kells, 31st Jan. 1768, elected school-
master of Balmaclellan 4th Dec. 1788, studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh and St. Andrews,
to the former of which he was indebted for his degree 12th Sept. 1810, having previously
been engaged as tutor to Sir David Moncreiffe of Moncreiffe, Bart, and afterwards in the family of
Colonel Macpherson at Blairgowrie, licen, by the Presb. of Meigle 15th Oct. 1800, pres. by George
Earl of Dalhousie, at Echalar, where two of his aids-de-camp were the witnesses, 13th Sept.
1813, ord. 29th April following; died 12th March 1844, in his 77th year, and 30th min. To
amiable dispositions and great simplicity of character there were joined in Dr. G. superior
knowledge in the classics, and considerable attainments in physical and geological science.
After he was in a great measure laid aside from duty, he amused himself in writing the bio-
graphy of a favourite dog “Paddy,” and composed a satirical encomium on Whisky in 1832. He
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marr., 1st April 1817, Janet, daugh. of Mr. Sinclair, she died 13th Jan. 1863.−Publications
—Delineations of St. Andrews, Edin. 1807, 12mo. The Translation of Enoch, and the Law
of the Gospel, two Discourses, Edin. 1831, 12mo ;-and contributed to Thomson's Ann, of
Philosophy—Mineralogical Observations made in the Highlands. On Transition Rocks.
Mineralogical Observations in Galloway. Notes of a Mineralogical Excursion to the Giant's
Causeway;-to the Wernerian Nat. Hist. Society—General Observations on Geology and
Geognosy, and the nature of these Studies. Observations on the Natural History and Habits
of the Mole,_and to the Edinburgh Encyclopædia—Boerhaave, and other articles.—[Presb, and
Kirkcudb. Presb. Reg., &c.] *.
1833. THOMAS PITCAIRN, licen, by the Presb. of Edinburgh 26th March 1828, became
assist. to the Rev. Dr. Stewart of Erskine, appointed by George, Earl of Dalhousie in Jan., and
ord. 3rd May 1833, elected Synod Clerk 3rd May 1836. On joining the Free Secession, and
signing the deed of Demission, he was declared no longer a min. of this Church 23rd June 1843,
and died 21st Dec. 1854, in 22nd min. His practical business habits peculiarly fitted him for
the office of Principal Clerk to the Fr. Gen. Assembly; and the masterly style in which he
minuted her proceedings was commendably remarked by his brethren. He marr., 7th June
1836, his cousin, Ann Hay, daugh. of Young Trotter, Esq. of Cruickesfield; she died 28th
April 1862.-Publication—Pastoral Address on the Calamities of Pestilence and War, 1854.
As convener of a committee of the Church Law Society, he was chiefly engaged in pub-
lishing Acts of the General Assembly 1638-1842, Edin 1843, royal 8vo.—[Presb., and Syn.
Reg., Acts of Ass. 1843, &c.]
CRANSTON.
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Archbishop of St. Andrews.
1570. ANDREW BLACKHALL, probably removed from Ormiston, pres. to the vicarage by
James VI. 20th March; trans, to Inveresk in 1574, though mentioned as here 16th March
1585, when it was probably held with Inveresk and Ormiston.—[Presb. Reg., Calderwood's
MS. Hist]
1583. JAMES MURRAY, Reader, 1574-1580, is styled minister 19th March 1583, but only
Reader again 1585-1589.-[Wodrow Miscell. Reg. Assig., Presb. Reg.]
1590. JoHN NYMBILL, A.M., trans, fr. Corstorphine, adm. 23d April 1591 ; continued in
1596, and was trans, to Newton either in that or the following year—[Reg. Assig.]
1597. JAMES WATSONE, A.M., after he had grown up to manhood, studied and attained
his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 10th Aug. 1595 ; died 10th Feb. 1608. The utencils,
&c., of his house amounted to jº merkis, inventar and dettis to vºliiiii. xvis. viijd., and the
Frie Geir, d.d., to v" v ii. v.js. viijd. He was “a rare instance of Christian humility and
resignation,” was somewhat paralytic, and had difficulty in writing, but was highly service-
able in enlightening the mind of his fellow student, Principal Boyd, in the knowledge of divine
truth.-[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin, and Assig., Presb., and Test. Reg., Wodrow’s Biog. ii.]
1615. JoBIN NYMBILL, A.M., above mentioned, re-trans. fr. Newton. He died 20th Oct.
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1616, “it having pleased the Lord to call him, even the very tyme of the celebration of the
Lord's Supper,” aged about 54. His librarie was estimat at j merkis, the utencils, &c., at
j ñ, and the Frie Geir, d.d., at j" iiij lzxj li. iijs. iiijd. He marr. Margaret, daugh, of And.
Hutchesone, merchant-burges of Edinburgh, through whose right he entered burges and guild-
brother of that city 7th June 1615, and had a son James, and a daugh. Marie.—[Presb., Test.,
Dalkeith Sess, and Edin. Guild Reg., Ing. Ret. Edin 813, Pitcairn's Cr. Trials iii.]
1617. JAMES ROBERTSON, trans. fr. Langnewton, pres. by David Macgill of Cranstoun-
Riddell,—inst. 27th Jan. In 1627 the par. “ had foure hundreth communicantis, with a
stipend of v" xx merkis, togidder with the vicarage of Nether Cranstoun. No schoole, but
great neid thair sould be ane.” Mr R. was a member of the Gen. Assembly 1638, and of the
Commissions 1642, 1645. The communicants are stated to be same number as before, 2d
Nov. 1648. He died Oct. 1659, in 51st min. The insicht amounted to xx merkis, and the
Frie Gier, d.d., jºiiij viii. viijd. A son, Mr. David, was min. of Polwarth.-LPresb., and
Test. Reg., Stat. Reports 1627, Acts of ASS., Bannatyne Miscell. iii., Baillie's Lett. iii.]
1660. ALEXANDER HERIOT, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh
8th July 1644, called 1st April, and Ord. 5th July 1660; deprived by the Act of Parliament
11th June, and of Priv. Council 1st Oct. 1662. He became rector of the Grammar School of
Edinburgh 17th May 1672, but was deprived 1st March 1679, for not conforming to Episco-
pacy, and died between 24th Nov. 1682 and 29th Jan. 1687. His debts awand in amounted
to iiij” jº xlvii xiijs. iiijd. Agnes Nesbet, relict.—[Edin. Grad, Presb., and Test. Reg.,
Wodrow’s Hist, Steven's High School.] -
1663. GEORGE KINTOR, A.M., trans. fr. S. Deith 2d charge, coll. 25th March; died in Dec.
1678, aged about 49, in 22d min. The insicht with his librarie was valued at iiij" ii., and
the Frie Geir, d.d., to vºlkxxviii. xviijs. viijd. Mr Will. K., advocate, his brother-german,
became executor.—[Reg. Collat., Presb. and Test. Reg.]
1679. JAMES BLAIR, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 21st
July 1673, pres. by Robert, Wiscount Oxfurd in May, ord, after, 19th June, adm. and inst. 11th
July 1679; deprived in 1681 for not taking the Test. He removed to England and obtained the
notice of Henry, Bishop of London, by whom he was sent as a missionary in 1685 to Virginia,
when he succeeded to the Rectorate of Williamsburgh, and to the office of Commissary, the highest
ecclesiastical dignity, in 1689, became President of the Council in the Colony, President of
William and Mary College in 1693, and died, an ornament to his profession, and his different
offices, 3d May 1743, aged about 90, in 64th min.—Publication—Our Saviour's Sermon on
the Mount explained, 5 vols., Lond. 1722-1723, 8vo. 2d Edit. with preface by the Rev.
Dr. Waterland, 4 vols., Lond. 1740, 8vo, in which it is said to be “a valuable treasure of
sound divinity and practical Christianity.”—[Edin. Grad., Waterland's Preface, Presb. Aeg.,
Scots Mag. v., Burnet, and Wodrow’s Hist, Chalmers's v., and Chambers’ Biog. Dict, i.]
1682. RoBERT ARBUTHNET, trans. fr. Crichton, pres. by Robert, Wiscount Oxfurd—coll.,
adm., and inst. 22d Nov. ; deprived by the Priv. Council 4th Sept. 1689, for not reading the
Proclamation of the Estates, and not praying for their Majesties William and Mary; and in
respect he was ordered to be denounced, for resetting in his house John Hay, after he was in
the rebels' army, he was ordained to be carried to prison. His widow, Margaret Kennedy,
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died in Edinburgh March 1707. He had a daugh. Janet.—[Presb., and Test. Reg., M.S. Acc.
of Min. 1689, S. Presb. Eloquence.]
1694. JoHN WILLIAMSON, called by the Presb. jure devoluto 3d May, and ord. 28th Aug. ;
demitted 11th, which was accepted 23d Oct. 1712, and died 16th May 1720, in 65th age,
and 26th min. He marr. Elizabeth Gairner, and had a daugh, Mary.—[Presb., St. Cuthbert's
Sess, and Edin. Reg. (Bur)] -
1714. ROBERT MUTTER, licen, by the Presb. of Haddington 26th April 1709, pres, by the
heritors 16th April 1713, ord, 23d March after; died 7th Feb. 1733, in 19th min.—[Presb. Reg.]
1733. WILLIAM SMITH, son of Mr. Robert S., min. of Longformacus, tutor in the family of
Dalrymple of Cousland, licen. by the Presb. 3d Dec. 1728, pres, by Robert, Wiscount Oxfurd,
July, and ord, 31st Oct. 1733; died 21st J an. 1783, in his 86th year, and 50th min. He
marr. 3d July 1735 Grace, daugh. of Mr Robert M'Aulay, min. of Stirling, and had a daugh.
Beatrix; 2dly, 26th Feb. 1742, Jean, daugh. of James Baird, Esq. of Chesterhall, she died
21st May 1798, and had John, merchant, Port-Glasgow, James, John, Lewis, William, and
George, min. of Galston.—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Carlyle's Autob., &c.]
1783. WALTER FISHER, son of a respectable tailor in Portsburgh, became tutor in the family
of Johnston-burn, and was licen, by the Presb. of Haddington 2d Dec. 1777, pres. by Dame
Elizabeth Dalrymple Hamilton M'Gill, with consent of Sir John Dalrymple Hamilton M'Gill,
her husband, 8th July, and ord, 23d Sept. 1783; died 14th Nov. 1828, in his 79th year, and
46th min. He was an accomplished scholar, and throughout sustained a character alike
venerable and courteous. He marr. 25th Aug. 1787, Helen, daugh. of Mr Brodie, tenant,
Humbie, she died 7th May 1824–Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. ix.)
—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.]
1829. ALEXANDER WELSH, trans. fr. Heriot, pres, by Sir John Hamilton Dalrymple, Bart,
in April, and adm. 26th June ; died 21st May 1859, in 76th age, and 42d min. He marr.
24th Dec. 1817, Margaret, youngest daugh, of the Rev. John Lindsay, min. to the Burgher
Seceding Congregation at Johnstone, she died 27th June 1853.−Publication—Account of the
Parish (New St. Acc. i.)—[Presb., and Sym. Reg., &c.]
CRICHTON.
The kirk is stated, 2d Nov. 1648, to have been ruinous these fifty-six years, but divine service is held in
the Collegiate Church, founded 26th Dec. 1449, which was declared by Parliament, 17th Nov. 1641, the
parish kirk in all tyme coming.
1569. ADAM JOHNESTOUN, entered min, and provost Nov. ; and had for stipend “the thryd
of the benefice, extending to xlv.jli, vis. iijd. In 1572 he signed the articles penned by the
Synod, and presented by the Superintendent ; two years after Sowtray and Fawlay were added
to the charge, his stipend being j xxxiijii. vis, viijd. He was conjoined with Mr John
Spottiswood, as Commissioner over the province of Lothian by the Assembly 1579. At the
Assembly 1581 he was named one of a commission for trying accusations against the ministry,
and in that of Oct. appointed commissioner for waiting on the Plat for East Lothian. In
1582 he was one of three nominated by the Assembly to wait on the Duke of Lennox, and
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show the offence he had given by associating with Montgomery, who had been excommunicated
for simony. In 1584 he was imprisoned for not subscribing obedience to his ordinary the
Bishop, and still opposed the subscription in the following year. In 1586 he was appointed
one of eight for preparing cases of slander for judgment in the succeeding Assembly, and was
pres. to the Provostry by Francis, Earl of Bothwell, Sept., and collated by Mr David Lindsay,
Visitor of Lothian. In 1587 he was named for visiting the dangerous parts in the North,
and also against the Papists in the South and West. In 1588 he was on a commission for
procuring better provision for the ministry. In 1590 he was one of three appointed by the
Privy Council for the maintenance of true religion in the bounds of the Presb., and was a mem-
ber of Assembly same year. He was appointed one of two for visiting the ministers in the
Merse; and died Dec. 1596, in 28th min. His buikis were estimat at j" li, the utencils,
abulzements, &c., at j merks; he had two men and one woman servant, and a hynd, whose
yearly fie that year amounted to lxviii. xiijs. iiijd. Frie Geir, d.d., vi"j" iſ li. xiijs. iiijd.
Elizabeth Borthwick, relict.—[Reg. Min., Assig., and Pres., Edin. Presb., and Test. Reg.,
Booke of the Kirk, Eacheq. Buik, Melvill's Autob., Wodrow’s Miscell, Calderwood's Hist.]
1599. WILLIAM PENMAN, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews
in 1595. In 1627 the par. had “thrie hundreth communicantis,” and “ane schoole, as it is
neidfull;” continued in 1647. He had sons in the ministry at Cockpen, Morebattle, and Crich-
ton.—[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Reg. Assig., and Old Dec. iv., Kirk Pap., Calderwood's Hist.,
Stat. Reports 1627, Pitcairn's Cr. Trials, iii.] -
1639. GIDEON PENMAN, A.M., son of the preceding, studied and was laureated at the Univ.
of Edinburgh 23d July 1636, licen. by the Presb. 3d May 1638, adm. (helper) 2d July 1639.
pres. to the Vicarage by Francis, Earl of Buccleuch , coll. 18th, and inst. 30th March
1641. In 1648, 2d Nov., the communicants were between five and six hundred. An Act
of Parliament was passed in his favour, 15th March 1661, for payment of bygone stipend.
Deposed (by the Bishop and Presb.) 4th March 1675, for adultery. He was imprisoned for
witchcraft 3d Oct. 1678. He marr. Jean Livingston, who was joined with him in a renun-
ciation of 6th Jan. 1663. His escheat was gifted 13th Dec. 1677 to Mr Will. Livingston,
merchant, Edinburgh.- Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., et Sec. Sigill, Presb., Sess., and Sym. Reg.,
Wodrow, and Kirkton's Hist., Acts Parl. vii., New Gen. Reg. Sasines v., Wicoll's Diary.]
1671. PATRICK TRENT, A.M., trans. fr. Culter, and adm. after 4th May ; trans. to Temple
in 1676.-[Presb. Reg.]
1676. ROBERT SPOTswooD, A.M., trans. fr. Temple, pres, by Adam Hepburn of Humbie,
, coll. and inst 8th Sept.; deprived in 1681, for not taking the Test—[Presb, and
Test. Reg. (Glasg.), Wodrow’s Hist.] -
1682. ROBERT ARBUTHNET, trans. fr. Colmonell, and inst. before 30th March ; trans. to
Cranston same year.—[Presb. Reg.] -
1682. ANDREW DONN, inst. 30th Nov. ; deprived by the Privy Council 29th Aug. 1689,
for not reading the Proclamation of the Estates, and not praying for King William and Queen
Mary. He died, before 19th Nov. 1700. He left a widow and two sons, Andrew and
Alexander, besides other children.—[Presb., Sess, and Edin. Reg. (Bur), MS. Acc. of Min.
1689, Peterkin's Const. of the Church.] -
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1690. MATHEW SELKRIG, A.M., studied at the Univ. of Glasgow, where he held a bursary
of philosophy, and took his degree in 1662, was a probationer in 1678, and rudely assaulted
1st Sept., being supposed favourable to the indulgence ; called by certain heritors and people
associated out of the par. of Crichton, Cranston, Ormiston, and Humbie, after toleration was
granted, and ord. (at Steill's Mains, by min. within the Synod) in Nov. 1687, call corroborated
10th Aug. and adm. 18th Sept. 1690, was a member of Assembly same year. After being
several years laid aside by infirmity, he died 30th Nov. 1728, aged about 86, in 41st min. A
son, Mathew, died in 1698, another, Robert, was a merchant in Edinburgh, and a daugh.
marr. Mr James Grierson, one of the min. of that city.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Syn., Sess.,
and Presb. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist, Reg. Gen. Ass., S. Presb. Eloq., Wew St. Acc.]
1729. CHARLEs PRIMROSE, trans. fr. Elgin, called 22d Jan., and adm. 24th June ; died
21st Jan. 1735, aged about 58, in 33d min., and was succeeded by his son.—[Presb. Reg.,
Carlyle's Awtob.]
1733. JAMES PRIMROSE, son of the preceding, licen, by the Presb. 1st Dec. 1730, called to
be colleague and suc. 30th July, pres, by Sir James Justice of Crichton , and ord. 30th
Oct. 1733; died 10th Aug. 1772, in 39th min.—[Presb., Syn., and Test. Reg.
1773. JoHN GOURLAY, A.M., trans. fr. Fala, pres, by John Pringle, Esq. of Crichton, 15th
Jan., and adm. 2d July; died 7th June 1798, in 35th min.—[Presb., and Syn. Reg.]
1799. HENRY Home. GREIVE, son of the Rev. Dr Henry G. of Edinburgh, licen, by the
Presb. 30th April 1793, pres. by Sir John Callander of Westertown, Bart. in Nov. 1798, adm.
5th April 1799; died 15th March 1801 in his 33d year, and 2d min.—[Presb. Reg.]
1801. JoHN KELLOCK, a native of Graitney, licen. by the Presb. of Annan, appointed assist.
to the Rev. James Richmond, min. of Irvine 8th Aug. 1775, ord, min. of the High-meeting,
Berwick-upon-Tweed, 4th Dec. 1776, pres, by Sir John Callander of Westertown, Bart, in Sept.,
and adm. 4th Dec. 1801. He marr, 4th Sept. 1798, Catherine, daugh, of Lieut.-Col. Cuning-
hame, of the Scots Brigade, she died 2d Dec. 1849, through whom he assumed the name of
Cuninghame in 1815, on succeeding his sister-in-law in the estate of Balbougie, and died, the
senior min. in the Church, 8th Dec. 1839, in his 90th year, and 64th min.—Publication—
Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. i.)—[Presb. Reg., Spec. Ret. Fife, 645.]
FALA,
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Preceptory of Ednam. The Kirk was in ruins
6th Sept. 1621.
1591. JAMES HAISTIE, A.M., trans, fr. Clerkington, having Soutra also in charge; continued
in 1594, but probably it was then annexed to Soutra,_which see [Reg. Assig.]
1618. JoHN LOGANE, A.M., removed from Soutra, and adm. to both 20th Feb. 1618. It
is presumed he got the kirk put into proper repair, as in the latter part of his incumbency his
charge is uniformly termed Fala. In 1627 there were about aucht score of communicants in the
united parish. He was a member of the Commission of Assembly 1642, and demitted in Feb.
1674.—[Presb. Reg., Stat. Reports 1627, Acts of Ass., Wodrow’s Hist, Wew St. Acc.]
1674, GEORGE MooDIE, A.M., studied and was laureated by the Univ. of Edinburgh in
FALA, 279
1669, licen, by Alex, Bishop of Edin., 16th April 1673, pres, by Patrick Hamilton of Preston,
in Feb., ord, and coll. 12th May, and inst. 3d June 1674. Deprived for refusing to take the
Test in 1681–LReg. Laur. Univ. Edin., and Collat., Presb. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist.]
1683. GEORGE: JOHNSTON, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
14th July 1659, pres. by the Town Council of Edin, 6th Oct. 1682, coll. and adm.
inst. 12th Jan. 1683; trans, to Bruntisland in 1688.-LEdin. Grad., Presb. Reg.]
1689. ALEXANDER GRANT, son of Duncan G. of Branchell, studied and obtained his degree
at the Univ. and King's College, Aberdeen, 11th July 1676. Deprived by the Priv. Council
4th Sept. 1689, for not reading the Proclamation of the Estates, and not praying for King
William and Queen Mary—[Fasti Aberd, Sess. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.]
1697. WALTER CAVERs, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 18th
July 1692, called 24th Aug., and ord, 21st Sept. 1697; died 3d Jan. 1742, aged about 70,
in 45th min.—[Edin. Grad., Presb. Reg., &c.]
1743. PATRICK SIMSON, A.M., son of Mr Matthew S., min. of Pencaitland, studied and was
graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 5th June 1733, licen, by the Presb. of Haddington, 5th
July 1737, pres, by Thomas Hamilton, Esq. of Fala 14th June 1742, ord, 10th May after; he
was a volunteer, and present at the battle of Prestonpans 21st Sept. 1745; trans, to Clunie
10th Oct. 1759.-[Edin. Grad., Presb. Reg., Carlyle's Autob., Hogg's Jac. Relics ii., &c.]
1760. WILLIAM WothERSPOONs, licen. by the Presb. 19th Aug. 1757, pres. by the Town
Council of Edinburgh, 27th Feb., and ord. 19th Sept. 1760; died 31st May 1763, in 3d
min.—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
1764. JoHN GOURLAY, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews
in 1755, licen, by the Presb. 4th Oct. 1763, pres, by Thomas Hamilton Macgill, Esq. of Fala,
31st Oct. after, ord. 11th May 1764; trans. to Crichton 27th April 1773.−|St. And, Univ.
Cal., Presb. Reg., &c.]
1774. WILLIAM SPROTT, pres. by the Town Council of Edinburgh 8th Sept. 1773, ord. 22d
April following. He resigned his charge 15th April 1790, which was not accepted, and died
15th May following, in 17th min.—[Presb. Reg.]
1791. ARCHIBALD SINGERs, born in the par. of Kinghorn, July 1752, elected one of the
masters in Geo. Heriot's Hospital, 14th Oct. 1776, licen. by the Presb. of Edinburgh, 30th
Aug. 1780, pres, by Lady Dalrymple Hamilton M*Gill, with consent of Sir John Dalrymple,
Bart., 1st Nov. 1790, ord. 29th April 1791, elected Clerk to the Presb.; died 18th Oct. 1830, in
79th age, and 40th min. He marr. 25th Dec. 1780, Mary Lothian, who died ºd Dec. 1824,
and had Archibald, banker in Newcastle, and Ann, who marr, the Rev. James Stirling, Cock-
burnspath. Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. x.)—[Steven's Mem, of
Heriot, Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.]
1828. THOMAS SHERIFF, licen. by the Presb. of Chirnside, 31st Dec. 1822, pres. by the
Town Council of Edinburgh in Jan., and ord, (assist, and suc.), 9th May 1828; died 21st April
1836, in his 46th year, and 8th min. He marr. 14th Sept. 1819, Jessie, daugh. of Mr
MºEwan, and had a son, Arthur M., min. of Dugong, New South Wales.—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
1837. WILLIAM HARKNESs, A.M., born at Mitchellslacks, par. of Morton, studied and
obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 31st March 1827, licen, by the Presb, of
, and
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280 PRESBYTERY OF I) ALKETTH.
Dumfries 7th May 1833, became tutor in the family of Sir James W. Moncreiff, Bart, pres.
by the Commissioner for Sir John Hamilton Dalrymple, Bart. in Dec. 1836, on the selection
of the people from a leet of three, ord, 11th April 1837; died 2d July 1841, in 40th age,
and 5th min. He marr. 3d Sept. 1840, Anne, daugh. of Mr Hugh Rose, governor of the
jail, Edin. She marr, afterward.—[Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg., &c.]
SOUTRA,
The Church was dedicated to the Holy Trinity, and previous to the Reformation belonged to the Pro-
vostry of Trinity College, beside Edinburgh, but was afterwards annexed to Fala.
1567. WILLIAM FRANK, having Fala and Keith-Humbie also in charge, with a stipend of
xxx fi, and the vicarage of the latter par. ; trans, to Lauder before 1574.—[Reg. Min., Chart.
Coll. Ch. of Midlothian.
1590. JAMES HENDERSON; he left in a disorderly manner, 21st May 1590–LPresb. Reg.]
1592. JAMES HASTIE, A.M., Min. of Fala, adm. 18th Aug. ; the stipend was insufficient
29th March 1593; trans, to Temple in 1595–Presb. Reg., Reg. Assig.]
1599. PATRICK CARKETTILL, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
28th July 1596, adm. 30th May 1896; trans. to Stenton same year—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin.,
Edin. Presb. Reg.]
1599. PATRICK CARMICHAEL, A.M., studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, under the Regency
of Mr Charles Ferme, and graduated there 30th July 1597, adm. in 1599; trans, to Aber-
dour, in Fife, 1602–LReg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, Hadingt. Presb. Reg., Reg. Assig, Lochleven Pap.]
1605. THOMAS THOMSONE, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St.
Andrews in 1597, adm. 8th Oct. 1605; trans, to Hopekirk in 1609–Act. Rect. Univ. St. And,
Haddingt. Presb. Reg., Reg. Assig.] -
1609. JAMEs PoETEOUs, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of St. Andrews in
1598, pres, to the Vicarage by James VI. 2nd Jan. 1612; trans. 16th March 1615, and went
in 1616 to Lasswade.—|Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb. Reg., Reg. Presb.
1617. JoHN LOGANE, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 27th
July 1611, licen, by the Presb. thereof, and by them recommended to the Town Council,
who pres. him in Aug. 1616, adm. (after 6th March) 1617; removed to Fala in 1618.-
[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad., Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc.]
GLENCROSS, or GLENCORSE.
Was a parish before the Reformation, but was held with Dalkeith and Lasswade 1574-1580, and with
Lasswade 1585, 1586. In 1588 it was held with Penicuik, in 1589 downwards with Lasswade, to which
it was united by Act of Parliament before Jan. 1611. It was proposed to unite the parish to Penicuik
10th June 1612. In 1615 various communings were held with the Presb. that a minister might be
procured for itself, which probably led to the appointment of a colleague for Lasswade in 1616, who pro-
bably had a special charge of Glencorse, and led to its being stated that the erection of the parish took
place in 1616, though it is certain no minister was appointed till 1636.
1588. ANDREW FORRESTER, son of Alex. F., min. of Tranent, Reader at Lasswade, and also
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at Clerkington 1588, adm. 12th Dec. same year; but 26th Feb. following he was ordained
“to provide himself at sum other kirk in respect of the meanes of his stipend.”—[Presb. Reg.,
New St. Acc.]
1599. ANDREW BLACKHALL, A.M., son of Mr And, B., min. of Inveresk, to whom confir-
mation was made by his Majesty, 22nd July 1582, of a pension granted to his father and him
by the commendator and convent of the Abbey of Halicroce, beside Edinburgh, of xl ii. yearly
from the twa part of the teind scheaves of Falkirk. He had also from James VI, a grant,
25th May 1584, for his help at the scuills of the prebendary of Lochstarik, named Bwit, and
the other Bwit sextus. Studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews in 1596,
adm. 7th Aug. 1599; trans. to Aberlady in 1602–Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Reg. Pres.,
Edin. Presb. Reg.] -
1636. ALEXANDER ROBERTSONE, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St.
Andrews in 1628, pres, by Charles I. 13th Feb., coll.—and inst. 22d March 1636; died in
1645, aged about 37, in 10th min. He marr. 29th Dec. 1635, Elizabeth Porteous, of the
par. of Lasswade-Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Reg. Pres, et Sec. Sigill, Presb., and Lasswade
Sess. Reg., New St. Acc.]
1643. ROBERT ALISONE, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 21st
July 1632, Reader and Schoolmaster of Carnwath (11th Oct. 1635), called 21st, and ord,
16th Oct. 1643, pres, by Charles T. 29th July 1645. The communicants are stated, 2nd Nov.
1648, to be one hundred and eighty. He died 14th March 1674, aged about 62, in 31st min.
The insicht only amounted to x merks, Frie Geir, d.d., jº lxxvii ii. xvs. Margaret Lawrie,
relict, died Nov. Same year. Mr Will, A., min. of Kilbucho, was his brother-german.-EReg.
Laur. Univ. Edin, Collat., Pres., et Sec. Sigill, Presb., Sess., and Test. Reg. (Lan.), New St. Acc.]
1674. GEORGE PURWEs, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh
31st July 1662, licen. by Geo. Bishop of Edinburgh 7th Dec. 1665, pres, by Sir Will. Purves
—ord. and coll, 16th, and adm. and inst. 22nd July 1674. He gave in a supplication to the
Committee of Estates 7th May 1689, shewing he had given obedience to the Proclamation, yet
certain persons had discharged him from preaching, taken away the keys of the kirk-door, and
the kirk-bible, praying therefore for their restoration, which was accordingly granted, and the
laird of Glencorss ordered to protect him. He was deposed, however, in 1690, for drunken-
ness, though, it was alleged, he objected against some of the witnesses as bearing malice against
him, they having previously assaulted him in the pulpit with Swords and staves. He died
18th Feb. 1710, aged about 68, having marr. 29th April 1676, Ann Bothwell, of the parish-
[Edin. Grad, Reg. Collat, Presb., Sess., and Edin. Reg. (Bur), M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689, Acts
Parl. ix., Hist, of the Gen. Ass. 1690, &c.] -
1691. JoHN FRASER, A.M., a native of the Highlands, studied and was graduated at the
TJniv. and King's College, Aberdeen, in 1678, proceeded to London in the end of that, or
beginning of the following year, regularly attending the dissenting ministry, till, hearing Mr
Alex. Shields in the end of 1684, both were taken prisoners, and sent to Leith, chained
together in the kitchen-yacht, carried to Edinburgh, examined by the Privy Council, and,
under alarm of a commotion by the Marquis of Argyll, sent to Dunottar Castle 18th May
1685. After a six days’ journey, and three months' confinement there, with fearful suffering
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and privations, which brought on a cough that continued during life, and other disease, he was
brought back to Leith, and banished, with many others, by the same authority, and gifted to
the laird of Pitlochie, who carried them to New Jersey, where he was released. He then went
to New England, and being a licenciate, preached at Waterbury, in Connecticut, till the acces-
sion of William and Mary, when he returned, was called , and Ord. 23rd Dec. 1691.
From knowing Gaelic, he was appointed by the Gen. Assembly, 16th April 1694, to supply in
Ross, Sutherland, and Caithness, where he received a call, which his Presb. rejected, and, that
his services might be retained, a new church was being built for him by the parishioners. The
distant call was renewed in the following year, and under appeal to the Synod, when, the even-
ing before it was to be discussed, and the church, which was almost finished, was accidentally
destroyed by fire. This determined him to accept the call as an ordination by Providence.
He was therefore trans, to Alness 6th Nov. 1695–LSess, and Presb. Reg., Fraser on. Sancti-
fication, Wodrow’s Hist, New St. Acc.]
1699. JoHN WILSON, licen, by the Presb. of Wigton 6th Nov. 1696, called 10th July, and
ord. 24th Oct. 1699 ; died 14th July 1757, in 81st age, and 58th min. He marr, 5th March
1707, Christian, daugh. of Mr Will. Douglas, of Baads, West Calder, and had two sons,
William, writer, Edinburgh, and Alexander, who died at New York-Presb., Sess., and Test.
Reg., Tombst, New St. Acc.]
1758. JoHN WALKER, son of Mr W., rector of the Grammar School, Canongate, where he
was educated, and became a proficient in the classics, completing his studies at the Univ. of
Edinburgh, proposed for trials by the Rev. George Garthshore, and delivering them with
approbation, he was licen. by the Presb. of Kirkcudbright 3rd April 1754, pres. by Will.
Tytler, Esq. of Woodhouselee, 9th Jan., and ord, 13th Sept. 1758. Besides his official duty,
he was partially fond of botany, and had ample opportunity of gratifying his taste, amid the
solitude and delights of the Pentland hills, but was trans, to Moffat 8th June 1762–Jar-
dine's Wat. Library xxvi., Presb. Reg., Wew. St. Acc.]
1763. JAMES TAYLOR, licen. by the Presb. 4th Dec. 1759, pres, by Will. Tytler, Esq. of
Woodhouselee, 4th Dec. 1762, ord, 29th April 1763; died 30th Aug. 1787, in 25th min.
He marr. 16th Nov. 1763, Eupham Rymer, who survived him.—[Presb. Reg., Wew. St Acc.,
&c.]
1788. WILLIAM ToBRENCE, son of Alex. T., tenant in Borthwick-Mains, bapt. 23d Nov.
1746, studied at the Univ., and became a member of the Speculative Society of Edinburgh,
where he acquired the friendship of Sir Rob. Liston, licen. by the Presb. 2d Feb. 1773,
pres, by Will. Tytler, Esq. of Woodhouselee in Feb., and ord, 4th July 1788; died 14th
Jan. 1836, in his 90th year, and 48th min, leaving two sons, Alexander, who succeeded to the
cure, and William.—Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. xv.)—[Presb.
Reg., Wew. St. Acc., &c.] - -
1818. ALEXANDER TORRENCE, eldest son of the preceding, licen, by the Presb. 8th June
1813, pres, by James Tytler Esq. of Woodhouselee in Oct. 1817, ord. (assist. and suc.) 16th Oct.
1818–Publication—Account of the parish (New St. Acc. i.)—[Presb. Reg., New St. Acc, &c.]
BIERIOT. 283
HERIOT,
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Abbey of Newbattle.
1574. JoHN BENNET, having also Borthwick and Stow in the charge, with a stipend of
j” xxvii. viii. s. x d. ; pres, to the Vicarage pensionarie of Stow by James VI. 1st Nov. 1578,
and to the personage and vicarage of Dunse 2nd May 1581, the latter of which he demitted
before 26th Jan. thereafter. He was a member of the Gen. Assembly 1590, and died 29th
Oct. 1616. The utencils, &c., with buikis, amounted to xl ți, and the Frie Geir, d.d., to jº
vj” IX fi. He marr. Susanna Fairlie, who succeeded as heir to her sister, Agnes, spouse of
Gavin Hereot, burges of Edinburgh, and had Mr. John, min. of Kirkurd, James, Elspeth,
William, Jean, and Mareoun, James Currie, son-in-law. To his eldest son “he leuis all his
buikis, &c., and the first piece of everie sort of insicht.”—|Reg. Assig, Min., and Pres., Presb.,
Edin. Presb., and Test. Reg., Ing. Ret, Edin. 208, de Tut. 262, Booke of the Kirk, Wodrow
Miscell.] e
1617. WILLIAM CALDERwooD, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St.
Andrews 26th July 1613, adm. to the public exercise 26th May 1614, pres. by Beb.,
coll.—and inst. 13th.July 1617. In 1627 the stipend was ijºl merks, and the communicants “not
passing ellevin scoir,” and the same number 2nd Nov. 1648. In 1647 he was unable, from
defect of sight, and defluctions from his head, for his official duty, and died 1669, in 52d min.
His librarie was estimat iſ merks, insicht j" ii., Inventar, &c., j'" vi. xlviijii. xiijs. iiijd.
He marr. in Nov. 1642, Margaret Law, who survived him, and had George and Eupheme.—
[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb., Syn, and Test. Reg., Stat. Reports 1627, Calderwood's Hist.]
1669. RoPERT MowAT, A.M., formerly of Temple, indulged by the Priv. Council 30th
Sept. ; he was imprisoned at the close of 1684, but liberated by the Privy Council 12th March
1685, on giving bond for v" merks, £277 15s. 6d. Sterl., that he should not exercise any part
of his ministry in Scotland, live peaceably, and appear when called.—[Wodrow’s Hist., &c.]
1685. RoBERT MonCRIEFF, pres, by the Town Council of Edinburgh 23d Dec. 1684, and
inst. 25th May following ; deposed 13th July 1692, for immorality, and died in Edin. 29th
Sept. 1723. He marr. Barbara Moncriefe, and had a son Thomas, and a daugh. Sophia-
[Presb., Sess, Test. (Edin., and St. And), and Edin. Reg. (Bur), M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689,
Part. Reg. Sasines Fife.]
1689. WILLIAM M*GEORGE, son of Mr Will. Macjor, Min. of Caerlaverock, was schoolmaster
of Dumfries, and brought before the Circuit Court by Mr James Alexander, sheriff-depute of
Dumfries in 1684, imprisoned, carried to Leith, and only liberated in April 1685, for his
stedfastness to the Presbyterian cause. He was a min. in the Province at their first meeting
in 1687; adm. 11th Dec. 1689, and died May 1693. A son, Mr.William, was min. at Penicuik, and
a daugh, Janet, marr. John Robson, merchant, Dumfries.—[Wodrow’s Hist, Syn., and Sess.,
Edin. Counc., and Dumfries Reg. (Marr.)
1694. GEORGE WALLANGE, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh May
1685, licen, by the Presb. of Selkirk 5th July 1693, called 27th April and ord, 29th Aug. 1694;
died 2d Feb. 1732, in 67th age, and 38th min. He marr. Jane, eldest daugh, of Joseph Dun-
284. PRESBYTERY OF I) ALKETTH.
lop of Blackshiels, she died 4th Feb. 1727, and had a son James, and a daugh. Anna—[Edin.
Grad., Presb., Sess, Syn., and Test. Reg., Tombst.]
1734. ADAM STEEL, chaplain to Geo. Lord Reay, licen. by the Presb. of Tongue 24th Sept.
1729, called 25th Sept. 1733, and ord, 10th June following ; died 1st April 1755, in 21st
min. He marr. 29th July 1737, Janet, daugh, of Mr James Paton, min. of Carrington, and
had Margaret, Thomas, James, Robert, and Helen-Presb., and Sess. Reg., Acts of Ass, 1734,
Morrison's Digest.]
1756. JoHN MURRAY, having resided some years in the bounds, was proposed for trials by
Mr. Geo. Murray, min. of North Berwick, and licen, by the Presb. of Haddington 23d Sept.
1735, ord, to a Presbyterian congregation in Newcastle 1st Aug. 1746 ; pres. by Sir William
Dalrymple of Cousland, Bart. to this par. 9th Sept. 1755, and adm. 7th May thereafter ; died
26th April 1793, in his 86th year, and 47th min.—[Presb. Reg.]
1791. ALEXANDER HUNTER, ord, min. of the Relief congregation Pittenweem in 1782, where
he continued till 1788, when a difference taking place, he relinquished the connection and ap-
plied to the Presb. of Lauder to be taken on trials in union with the Church, which, after in-
quiry and a short delay, was granted, and he was licen. by them 7th Oct. Same year, pres. by
the proxy for Sir John Dalrymple of Cousland, Bart., in Aug. 1790, and ord, (assist, and suc.)
12th April following ; died 18th Jan. 1817, in 26th min. He marr. 2d Dec. 1782, Janet
Lees, who died 16th Dec. 1793; 2dly, 12th Dec. 1795, Janet Lees, who died 2d Aug. 1803;
3dly, 3d Aug. 1805, Lilias Malcolm, who died 14th July 1855, he left issue.—Publica-
tion—Account of the parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. xvi.)—[Presb, and Lauder Presb. Reg., &c.]
1817. ALEXANDER WELSH, son of James.W., skinner, Edinburgh, licen, by the Presb. of Dun-
blane 1st Oct. 1811, became tutor in the family of Earl Spencer, and was pres. by Sir John
Hamilton Dalrymple in Jan. and ord. 19th Sept. 1817; trans. to Cranston 9th June 1829.—
[Presb. Reg., &c.]
1829. EDWARD HUME, son of Mr. David H., tenant at Comiston, and descended in the eighth
degree from KNox the Reformer, licen. by the Presb. of Haddington 12th Dec. 1826, pres. by
Sir John Hamilton Dalrymple in July, and ord, 25th Sept. 1829 ; trans, to Pitsligo 29th
Aug. 1834.—[Presb., and Sym. Reg.]
1834. ROBERT CourT, son of James C., in Muthil, born 18th April 1790, licen. by the Presb.
of Kelso 1st Aug. 1815, became assist. to the venerable Mr Innes of Yester, and afterwards
to the Rev. W. Fisher of Cranston, ord, 7th April 1831, as min. to the Presbyterian congrega-
tion Maryport, pres. by Sir John Hamilton Dalrymple in Sept. and ord. 18th Nov. 1834. On
joining in the Free Secession, and signing the deed of Demission, he was declared no longer a
min. of this Church 23d June 1843, became min. of the Fr. Ch. Pathhead same year, which he
resigned in 1866.-[Presb. Reg., &c.]
INVERESK, or MUSSELBURGH.
The Church was dedicated to St Michael, and previous to the Reformation belonged to the Abbey of
Dunfermline. It was disjoined from the Presb. of Edinburgh by the General Assembly in July 1591, and
enrolled in that of Dalkeith 28th Oct. thereafter.
1562. JoHN BURNE ; in 1567 his stipend was only iſ merks, or £11, 2s. 2d. Sterling, con-
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tinued in 1571. A glebe was designed for him of four aikers of land by Mr. John Spottis-
wood, Superintendent of Lothian, quhilk he possessit twa years after his entrie.—[Booke of
the Kirk, Calderwood’s MS. Hist, Reg. Min., Bacheq. Buik, Zurich Lett. ii.]
1574. ANDREW BLACKHALL, trans. fr. Ormiston, adm.in 1574 having also the charge of Natoun
and Cranstoun, withastipendoff’Kxvjlixiijs iiijd. As commissioner of a Province he was accused
at the Assembly 1580 of admitting an unqualified person to be exhorter, an office which the
Assembly acknowledgeth not. Together with his son, Mr. Andrew, he had confirmation by
his Majesty 22d July 1582 of a pension made by the commendator and convent of Haliecroce,
beside Edinburgh, of xlii yearly, from the twa part of the teind scheaves of Falkirk. In 1584
he was summoned before the Privy Council, with others, for refusing obedience to the Act of
Parliament, asserting the royal power over all estates temporal and spiritual, and submitting
to the Bishop. By the Assembly 1586 he was named one of the commissioners for trying
the offences of the ministry in Lothian; same year the Lords of the Exchequer, 15th Dec.,
ordain Mr. Dav. Tindsay, commissioner of Lothian, to design a glebe, three aikers nearest the
kirk. He was a member of the Assembly in Dec. 1606 which agreed to constant moderators,
and named such for the several presbyteries. He died 31st Jan. 1609, in his 73rd year. He
marr. Jonet Wryght, to whom with Andrew, their son (min. of Aberlady), was made a gift for
life, adn to the longest liver, of lx ii from the Abbacie of Holyrudhous; an exception having
been made in his favour by Parliament 8th June 1594 to the pension which had been annulled
by an Act of the same date.—[Reg. Assig, Pres, and Min, Presb., Haddington Presb., and Test.
Reg., Excheq. Buik, Calderwood's Hist, Acts Parl. iv., Tombst, Wodrow Miscell, and Biog,
Pitcairn's Cr. Trials, Sinclair's, and Wew St. Acc.]
1595. PHILIP HISLOP, A.M., late Regent in the Univ. of Edinburgh, who after leaving had
travelled in Germany, called Nov. 1593, adm. (helper) 1st Jan. 1595 ; died in 1596, aged about
29, in 2nd min. The utencils, &c., amounted to iiij xliijii vjs viijd, his haill Buikis of noitti,"
merkis, awand be the min. of Cranstoun for stipend 1595, 1596, and Annat 1597, and be
parochiners of Mussilburgh for Annat 1597, Frie Geir, d.d., jºvi” xcvili xv.js viijd. He had
a lyff pension of jºli from the thirds of the Bishoprick of St Andrews bestowed in 1595 by
James VI., of which a gift was made 31st March 1597. Sara Weir, his widow, died in 1596;
they had a son Richard.--|Reg. Assig, and Pres, Presb., Edin. Presb., and Test. Reg., Craw-
furd, and Bower's Hist. of the Univ. Edin.]
1597. ADAM COLT, A.M., trans. from Borthwick, adm. in 1797; one of those appointed by
the Assembly in 1596 for a conference with the commissioners of his Majesty, and in 1598
one of the min. proposed for Edinburgh. He was opposed to the transportation of the three
min, from that city in 1601, who had offended the King, who being present in the Assembly
called him “a seditious knave :” and was one of two commissioned by them for visiting Merse
and Teviotdale ; he was also a member of the succeeding Assembly in 1602. In 1606 he was
selected as one of eight for a conference at London, previous to the establishment of Episcopacy.
After a detention at Court of ten months, more fortunate than two of his brethren, he was
allowed to return, and confined within the parish. In 1627 there were iij" communicants or
thereby, with a stipend of iij merks, and a chalder aittis, at which period there was a gram-
mar school in Musselburgh. He demitted the charge 3rd June 1641, and died, according to
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his wish,_it being not unusual for him in prayer to ask of God that he might die at his work
of preaching, very soon after his last sermon, 24th March 1643, in 48th min, having “much
reputation for learning, wisdom, and pietie,” and one of those accounted eminent “for grace and
gifts, or faithfulness and success.”—[Reg. Assig, et Sec. Sigill, Melvill's Autob., Booke of the Kirk,
Calderwood, Spotswood, and Row's Hist, Livingston's Charac, Stat. Reports 1627, Hope's Diary,
Sinclair's, and New St. Acc.]
1632. OLIVER COLT, A.M., son of the preceding, studied and attained his degree at the
Univ. of Edinburgh 14th July 1621, licensed by the Presb. 5th July 1627, ord, and inst.
(helper) 5th Dec. 1632; was a member of the Assembly 1638; pres, by Charles I. 14th May,
coll. 3rd and inst. 4th June 1641. He had a protection from the celebrated Montrose 20th
Aug. 1645, took shelter in Dundee when East and Mid Lothian were overrun by the Eng-
lish army in 1651 ; and died 30th Dec. 1679, in his 82nd year, and 48th min. “Pastoris
vigilantissimi, pientissimi, evangelistae suavissimi, facundissimi, viri integerrimi Saluberrimi.”
The insicht, &c., was estimat at v" merks, and the Frie Geir, d.d., at vºv i ijs iſd. He
marr. 29th Jan. 1634 Catharine, daugh. of John Logan, merchant, Edinburgh, in right of
whom he entered burges of the city 12th Dec. 1649, and had a son Mr. Robert, advocate,
solicitor to his Majesty, and three daugh. Anna, sp. of Arch. Ainslie, portioner of Prestoun ;
Margaret, spouse of Mr. Alex. Cheisholme, min. of Newbattle, and Jean,—[Reg. Lawr. Univ.
Edin, Sec. Sigill, and Pres., Presb., Haddingt. Presb., Test., Edin. Guild, and Reg. (Marr), Mem.
of Montrose, Malcolm's House of Drummond, New Gen. Reg. Sasines x., Sinclair's, and New St.
Acc.] - -
1680. ARTHUR MILLAR, A.M., trans. fr. Dunbarton, pres. by John, Duke of Lauderdale
—, coll.—, adm. and inst. 9th June ; deprived by the Committee of Estates 3rd May 1689,
for not obeying the Proclamation of the Estates of 13th April, and not praying for King
William and Queen Mary as appointed. He became min. to an Episcopal congregation at
Leith, was consecrated a bishop 22nd October 1718, and appointed to their Diocese of Edin. in
1727, but died 9th Oct. same year, in 78th age, and 51st min.—[Presb., and S. Leith Reg.
(Deaths), Acts Parl. ix., M.S. Acc. of Mir. 1689, Rebuffer Rebuffed, Sinclair's, and Wew St.
Acc., &c.] :
1694. RICHARD HowISON, A.M., trans. fr. Cockpen, called 10th Aug., and adm. 18th
Sept. ; died in Nov. 1700, aged about 68, in 41st min. He marr. 15th Feb. 1672, Jean, daugh.
of Will. Brown, agent for the Royal Burghs, and had a son William, and three daugh. Jean,
Rebecca, and Magdalen ; 2dly. 8th Sept. 1693, Margaret Darleith, who died Sept. 1709; she
had a sister Elizabeth, relict of Mr John Calderwood, clerk of Dalkeith.-[Presb., Test.,
Edin. (Bapt., and Marr), and St Cuthbert's Reg. (Bapt.), dºc.] - *
1702. JoHN WILLIAMSON, son of Mr. David W., min. of St. Cuthberts, called unanimously
14th Jan., and ord, 30th April; died 2nd Feb. 1740, in his 60th year, and 38th min. He
was a man of excellent character and singular endowments, who has been described as “of clear
head, ready wit, very forward, and eminently successful in debate,” one of the twelve brethren
who gave in a representation and petition to the Gen. Assembly 11th May 1721, against an
Act of the preceding Assembly, condemning the marrow of Modern Divinity, from which they
were sarcastically termed “the twelve apostles.” He marr. in Aug. 1703, Christian daugh.
of Mr. John Boyd, one of the Regents in the Univ. of Glasgow, she died 28th Jan. 1732, aged
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50, and had three sons and three daugh, ; 2dly, Elizabeth Broun, who survived him.—
Publications—The Parents’ Catechism, Edin. ; The Gospel Method of Conquering Sinners,
Edin., 1721, 8vo.; Dialogues concerning the Marrow, 1721 ; Gospel Truth and Holiness con-
sidered, Edin, 1726, 8vo. ; Gospel Preaching and Gospel Conversation, Edin. 1727, 8vo.;
Reasons why several ministers did not read the Act of Parliament relating to the murderers
of Captain Porteous, Edin. 1737, 8vo. ; Seasonable Testimony, Edin. 1738, sm. 8vo. ; Plain-
dealing for the conviction of the Seceding brethren, Edin. 1739, 8vo.; and elucidated the
doctrines of grace in a Preface to the second part of the Marrow of Modern Divinity, with an
Appendix, Edin.—[Presb., Syn., Test, and Edin. Reg. (Marr), Boston's Mem., Brown's
Gospel Truth, Fraser's Life of R. Erskine, Edin. Chr. Inst., xx, Wodrow’s Corresp., Sinclair's,
and Wew St. Acc.]
1741. FREDERICK CARMICHAEL, A.M., trans. fr. Monimail, pres, by Francis, Duke of
Buccleuch in July 1740, adm. 15th April following ; trans, to Edinburgh (New Greyfriars Ch.)
1st Dec. 1747.-[Presb. Reg., Carlyle's Autob., Sinclair's, and Wew St. Acc.] -
1748. ALEXANDER CARLYLE, A.M., son of Mr. Will. C., min, of Prestonpans, studied at the
Univ. of Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Leyden. He took his degree at the former 14th April,
1743, licen, by the Presb. of Haddington 8th July 1746, pres, to Cockburnspath by John Hay,
Esq. of Lawfield in Oct. 1746, but withdrew his acceptance Feb. 1747, and was pres, by Francis,
Duke of Buccleuch 24th Feb., and ord. 2d Aug. 1748. He attended the theatre, revised
the tragedy of Douglas, and was present when it was first acted, 14th Dec. 1756. The
Presb. of Edinburgh considering this as an offence against clerical decorum, complained to the
Presb. of Dalkeith, who served him with a libel, against which he appealed to the Synod, who,
11th May following, while “they declared their high displeasure with Mr. C. for going to the
theatre,” find “it had been better, and more expedient to have endeavoured to bring the same
to an issue, either in the way of privy censure, or brotherly conference, with proper admonition
following ;” which was affirmed by Gen. Assembly 24th of same month. In 1760 it was
proposed, by the usual committee, that he should preach before the Lord High Commissioner
and the Gen. Assembly. This was opposed, but agreed to without a vote, and is the only case
on record where any objection has been tendered to such recommendation. Had T).D. conferred
in 1761 ; was appointed Almoner to His Majesty in Aug. 1762, which he resigned on being
named one of the Deans of the Chapel Royal 2d July 1785. He was elected Moderator of the
Gen. Assembly 24th May 1770, in opposition to Mr. Arch. Stevenson of St Madoes, by a ma-
jority of 123 to 51. In 1789 he was proposed as Principal Clerk to the Assembly, when
they divided, 145 to 142, being the largest number who had voted on any previous occasion. A
scrutiny being demanded, and the Moderator (Dr Hill) being called to say for whom he voted
in case of equality, he declared for Dr C., who took his seat. The scrutiny showed that the
majority of legal votes, however, had fallen to Mr. Dalzel, Professor of Greek, who was found
duly elected. The Dr. died 25th Aug. 1805, in his 84th year, and 58th min. By his exer-
tions chiefly were Government induced to relieve the clergy from the house and window tax,
—not enforcing its payment. He was also instrumental in preserving Collins's Ode on the
Superstitions of the Highlands, after it was believed to have been lost. He was zealous for the
honour and independence of his profession, tall in stature, and carried his head erect, with a
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handsome countenance, and long venerable gray hair. He marr, 14th Oct. 1760, Mary
Roddam, who died 31st Jan. 1804, in her 61st year ; they had a son and three daugh., of
whom Mary married Capt. Thomas Bell—Publications—An Argument to prove that the
Tragedy of Douglas ought to be burnt by the hands of the hangman, Edin. 1757, 8vo; Four
single Sermons, Edin, 1767-1797, 8vo; Autobiography, Edin. 1860, 8vo. ; the Prologue
to Herminius and Espasia, Edin. 1754, 8vo. ; Account of the parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. xvi.)
|Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin., Presb., Dunbar Presb., and Syn. Reg., Scots Mag. li., lxvii., Kay's
Portr., ii., Cockburn’s Mem., Awtob., Chambers's Biog. Dict, Morren's Ann. ii., Sinclair's, and
New St. Acc.] - -
1806 LESLIE MooDIE, trans. fr. Kelso, pres. by Henry, Duke of Buccleuch in Feb., and adm.
27th June ; had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of St Andrews 1st April 1820, and died 27th
July 1840, in 74th age, and 45th min. His amiable disposition, placid temper, manly in-
tellect, and unbending integrity, united with polished manners and refined taste, joined to
consistent propriety, ardent zeal for the interests of religion, and enlightened views of divine
truth, enabled him to adorn the ministerial character. He marr, 4th Feb. 1818, Catharine,
daugh. of Charles Ferguson, Esq., London ; she died at Kilkerran, 27th July 1841–|Presb.
Reg., New St. Acc., &c.]
1836. JoHN GARDINER BEVERIDGE, a native of Kinross, licen. by the Presb. of Dunfermline
1st Dec. 1830, ord, assist. by the Presb. 30th Aug. 1832, pres, by Walter Francis, Duke of
Buccleuch in Jan., and adm. 16th Feb. 1836. He marr. 3d Aug. same year, Margaret Graham,
daugh. of the Rev. Dr Bryce, Aberdour.—Publication—Account of the Parish (New St.
Acc. i.)—[Presb, and Syn. Reg., New St. Acc.]
SECOND CHARGE.
It is stated 10th July 1623, that “the Kirk of Musselburgh had been wont to have twa ministers; the
paroche being so great and spacious.” A Decreet had been given by the Commissioners for Plantation
before 28th March 1650 for a New Kirk, and 10th June following the parish was divided. It was
again proposed 12th Dec. 1699, and recommended by the Assembly 9th Feb. 1700 to the Commission for
Plantation of Kirks that a stipend be allowed for another minister, but 3d June 1718 it was found they
could not get a legal stipend; still the minister continued a member of Presb. till the establishment
of the Widows’ Fund, when it was considered not a legal benefice, “it being only a voluntary contribu-
tion, and upon a very precarious footing.”
1709. WILLIAM DUN, elected 28th June 1702, ord, (at Dalkeith) 12th April 1709; called
to Glammiss and adm. 8th Nov. 1716–LPresb. Reg. *
1719. Rob ERT BONALLY, licen, by the Presb. of St Andrews 29th Sept. 1709, elected 22d
April 17 18, ord, 22d July 1719; and died 18th Feb. 1745, in 26th min.—[Presb. Reg.]
NORTHESK,
Opened 9th Sept. 1838, erected into a quoad sacra parish by the Court of Teinds 6th July 1859.
1839. ALEXANDER DAVIDSON, A.M., a native of Dyke, studied and attained his degree at
the Univ. and King's College Aberdeen in March 1826, became preceptor in the family of Irvine
LASSWAT).E. 289
of Schivas, licen. by the Presb. of Ellon, 30th Nov. 1831, elected 24th Nov. 1838, ord. 24th
Jan. 1839; demitted (which was accepted) 6th, and was adm. to North Leith 22d June 1843;
died 5th April 1858, aged 53, in 20th min. He marr. 22d July 1844, Margaret B. Scott.—
[Degrees King's College, Presb. Reg., &c.]
TASSWAT) E.
Previous to the Reformation the minister was Dean of the collegiate church of Restalrig: which was dis-
solved by Parliament 5th June 1592.
1569. WILLIAM BARBOUR, provided of auld to the prebendary of Restalrig, pres, to the
Vicarage pensionary by James VI. 18th May; trans. to Pentland about 1573–Reg. Pres,
and Min.]
1573. THOMAS DOUGLAS, trans. fr. Strathbrock, pres, to the Deanery, but may be considered
as in Dalkeith, which see.
1581. GEORGE RAMSAY, removed fr. Dalkeith, at which time he was Moderator of Presb.
He subscribed obedience to his Ordinary 2d Nov. 1584. In 1585 Glencorse was also in his
charge, which continued till 1594. Having charged the Lords of Session with selling of jus-
tice, by saying they sold it in the tolbuithe, and took payment in their chambers at home, and
that the place of their judgment was justly called tol-buith, because there they took toll of
the subjects, he was summoned before their Lordships, and appeared 22d Dec. 1593, but was
dismissed; pres. to the Vicarage of Lasswade and Glencors, in terms of the Act of Dissolution, by
James VI. 23d Nov. 1601, was a member of the Assembly 1602, nominated constant Mode-
rator of the Presb. by the Assembly 1606, and they were charged 17th Jan. thereafter to
receive him within twenty-four hours after notice, under pain of rebellion. He demitted in
1617, but yet continued till he died 8th Dec. 1629. He had ane brissell staff, with ane silver
head, and his armes therevpone, price xxx. ii., the utensils amounted to ij merks, awand be Mr.
James Porteous, min. of Lasswade iiii. Margaret Murray, relict. He had a son, William, and
a daugh, Helene, who marr. Will. Rodger, younger in Heringdean.—[Presb., Priv. Counc., and
Test. Reg., Reg. Assig, and Pres, Acts Parl. iii., Booke of the Kirk, Calderwood's Hist, Colleg.
Ch. of Mid-Lothian, Pitcairn's Cr. Trials, iii.
1616. JAMES PORTEOUs, A.M., trans. for Soutra, adm. (helper) 8th Aug. ; pres, by James
VI. 20th June, and inst. 3d July 1617, adhering to the Protestation in behalf of the Liber-
ties of the Kirk same year. He was summoned before the High Commission 23d June 1620
for not keeping the Articles of the Perth Assembly, pres, also to Melville by his Majesty 8th
Aug. 1620, coll, Jan., and inst. in Feb. 1621, was a member of the Assembly 1638, and died
end of 1643, aged about 65, being one of those accounted eminent in their day “for grace and
gifts, or faithfulness and success.” Christian SymsOne, his wife, survived him. He had two SOns,
Archbald and Patrick, and two daughters, Rachel and Margaret.— Presb., Test. and Sess Reg.,
Reg. Assig., et Sec. Sigill, Livingston's Charac., Orig. Lett. ii., Mem. of Eglinton ii., &c.]
1644. JAMES FAIRLIE, A.M., formerly Bishop of Argyll, after being disappointed in his suit
for Largo and other parishes, was recommended by the Commission of Assembly to the heritors
and parochiners to be their min., they accepted the same verie willinglie 3d March 1644,
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quherupon they subscribit a supplication to the Presb, and ordainet the lairds of Poltoun
and Hawthornden, with And. Lawder, to goe with the same, quhilk was accordingly done, pres.
by Charles I. 16th Nov., and adm. 26th Dec. thereafter, coll. 6th March 1645; the com-
municants were stated to be six hundred 2d Nov. 1648. He died in Feb. 1658, aged about 70,
in 33d min. The insicht, &c., with librarie were estimat at v" merkis, and the Inventar and
dettis v"i" lxxxviii. xviijs. ix.d. He marr. Agnes Rankin, daugh. of a burges in Edinburgh,
and had Janet, Margaret, Marie, Barbara, and Robert ; 2dly, 18th Nov. 1647, Bessie Nicoll,
who died March 1658, and had a son, James, who became Executor. An interesting question
was raised by the heritors against the executor, who had obtained decreet for the whole stipend
of 1658 as Annat., it being the former practice, when the Lords found, 5th July 1662,
“that the ann being a half-year's stipend more than the min. Served for, he has only the right
to the Michaelmas, proprio jure, and half a year thereafter as the ann.”—Publication—Two
Poems—(Muses Welcome)—[Sess., Presb., Test, and Edin. Reg. (Bapt.), Reg. Pres, Sec. Sigill,
and Old Dec. iv., Baillie's Lett, Morrison's Digest.]
1659. JAMES CUNNINGHAM, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St An-
drews in 1648, residing in Edinburgh, called 13th March, and ord, 22d June 1659. De-
prived by the Act of Parliament 11th June, and of Priv. Council 1st Oct. 1662–LPresb.
Reg., Reg. Sec. Sigill, Wodrow’s Hist, Act. Rect. Univ. St. And..] -
1663. JAMEs LoGANE, A.M., formerly of Smalholm, pres. by Charles TT. 4th May, and
coll, 9th Oct. ; died in Jan. 1670, aged about 74. His Frie Geir, d.d., amounted to viºlxxiijii.
vis, He marr., 21st April 1630, Margaret Maxwell, of Edinburgh, and left a son, Mr. John,
a min. in Ireland, his second daugh, Margaret, marr. Mr. John Alexander—[Reg. Pres, Sec.
Segill, and Collat, Sess, Test, Edin. (Bur), and Canongate Reg. (Marr)
1670. John MAKMATH, A.M., trans, from Ratho, coll. 18th Jan. In returning one evening
from Edinburgh he was assaulted by four fellows on the road, who pierced him with bodkins,
and awls, and otherwise maltreated him. He was again assaulted by a company of fifteen or
sixteen, 27th April 1689, who tore his gown, severely threatened him, and proposed to turn
his wife and six children to the door, to cast forth his furniture and books, and take away the
keys of his house ; so that he was compelled to seek shelter for himself and family, on which
he petitioned the Committee of Estates, who 1st May ordained the heritors to secure him
in the peaceable exercise of his ministrie, and possession of his house and goods. Being
charged with drunkenness, &c., a certificate was produced from Sir Will. Drummond of Haw-
thornden, and eight other heritors, eleven elders, and nine heads of families, 10th Aug., de-
claring he “has been above twenty years in the said ministry, and has preached the word of
God faithfully, and performed other duties of his function diligently ; his deportment and
behaviour being suitable to his doctrine and sacred employment.” Soon after this he deserted
the charge, and went to England. The church was declared vacant by the Synod 7th Dec.
1690, from 1st Nov. 1689. He was inst to the Vicarage of Grey's Thurrock, alias Thurrock-
magna, 5th Oct. 1692, but died previous to 25th Jan. thereafter. He marr., 18th April 1672,
Amelia Makmath, and had Janet, Anna, John, Elizabeth, William, Philadelphia, and Barbara.
|Presb., and Sess, Reg., Reg. Collat., Acts Parl. ix., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689, Thoresby's Leeds.
ii., &c.]
ROSLIN. 29 |
1688. JoHN FLINT, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 11th Aug.
1682, ord. in the meeting-house of Burghlee in 1688; trans. to Edinburgh (New North Ch.)
25th Oct. 1709–Edin. Grad, Sess, Syn., and Presb. Reg.] -
1711. JAMES BURNETT, studied at the Univ. of Glasgow, licen. by the Presb. of Hamilton
26th Oct. 1708, called 26th Sept. 1710, and ord, 7th March following; died 10th Aug. 1745,
in 35th min. His books sold for £7 12s. 6d. Sterl. He marr., 25th October 1711, Mrs.
Margaret Mowat in Gorton, who died 27th May 1744, and had James, Gideon, John, Eliza-
beth, Agnes, (who marr. John Blair, surgeon, Edinburgh), and William.—Publication—The
sum of Christianity, or Christ in his Sufferings, and in his Glory, Edin. 1724, 8vo.—[Mun.
Univ. Glasg. iii., Sess., Presb., Syn., and Test. Reg.] -
1746. ROBERT PATON, son of Mr. James P., min. of Carrington, licen, by the Presb. 26th
Nov. 1745, pres. by Sir John Clerk of Pennycuik, Bart. 3d March, and ord, 15th Aug. 1746 ;
died 27th April 1786, in his 76th year and 40th min., “as honest and gentlemanly a person
as any of his cloth.” He marr., 22d Jan. 1750, Janet Hislop, who died 4th Feb. 1757 ; and
had issue; 2dly, in July 1769, Helen Seton, widow of Mr John Currie, min. of New Monk-
land, she died 26th March 1796.-[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Carlyle's Autob., &c.]
1783. JoHN PATON, son of the preceding, pres, by Sir James Clerk, of Pennycuik, Bart., 2d
Dec. 1782, ord, (assist. and suc.) 18th April following, got a church, equally commodious and
elegant, built in 1793, was appointed Almoner to his Majesty 3d May 1803, and died 7th Aug.
1835, in his 80th year, and 53d min. He marr. Margaret Main, who died 16th Aug. 1 808, and
had Robert, writer to the signet, John, min. of Ancrum, and Peter, an artist.—Publication
—Account of the parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. x.)—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., New St. Acc.]
1830. JoHN PATON, junior, son of the preceding, licen, by the Presb. 2d Oct. 1827, pres, by
Sir George Clerk, of Pennycuick, Bart. in Nov. 1829, ord, (assist. and suc.) 19th March there-
after ; trans, to Ancrum 30th Aug. 1832—[Pres. Reg.] -
1834. MUNGO CAMPBELL MACKENZIE, son of Mr. Wm. M., Supervisor of Excise, Edin.,
where he was educated and studied, licen. by the Presb, there 29th Dec. 1824, became assist.
to Mr. P., previous to his son getting licence, appointed (assist, and suc.) by Sir George
Clerk of Pennycuick, Bart., in Oct. 1833, and ord, 4th Jan. 1834. Had D.D. conferred by
the Univ. of Glasgow 13th April 1865.-LPresb., and Syn. Reg.]
ROSLIN,
A collegiate church founded by William, Earl of Orkney, in 1446. A chapel of Ease was opened 3d June
1827, created a quoad sacra parish by the Act of Assembly 31st May 1834, and erected as such by the
Court of Teinds 15th July 1863.
1827. JAMEs BUCHANAN, son of Mr James B., spirit-dealer, Paisley, licen. by the Presb.
thereof 27th Sept. 1826, elected by the managers and seat-holders 17th Aug., and ord, 23d
Nov. 1827; vacated by his promotion to North Leith 25th Sept. 1828–LPresb. Reg.]
1829. DAVID BROWN, a native of Kilmarnock, licen. by the Presb. of Paisley 3rd May 1820,
elected 27th Feb., and ord, 5th June 1829. He demitted in May, joined the Free Secession,
signed the deed of Demission, and was declared no longer min. of this church 23d June 1843.
—Publication—Account of Lasswade (New St. Acc. i.)—[Presb, and Syn. Reg.]
292 |PRESBYTERY OF DALKETTH.
PENTILANT).
In 1583 the Synod of Lothian remitted to the Gen. Assembly that means be taken for establishing a mini-
ster there. The parish was annexed to Lasswade in 1647, there not being sufficient competence for a
minister.
1574. WILLIAM BARBOUR, having also in charge Pennycuick and Mont-Lothian. He removed
to Pennycuick in 1576. He also held the prebendary of Lochstarik, named Bwit-Sextus, vacant
by his death before 25th May 1584.—[Reg. Assig., and Presb., Wodrow Miscell.]
1586. JoHN BARBOUR, Reader at Mount-Lothian 1576-1580, then here 1585, when called
by command of ane warrand 1st March. He was pres. to the vicarage of Tempill 2nd Jan.
1577, and to that of Newton, and coll, 8th Aug. 1587. Being “convict of riot in the kirk,
and sclander’ however, “two of the brether” were, 22nd Aug. 1616 “appointit to see his
desk removit, by the authority of Gilbert Hay of Monktoun, baillie of the bounds,” who on 29th
reportit, that thei had acquaintit the aforesaid, quha promisit that in all tyme coming theisould
be commerless of John Barbour.”—[Reg. Assig, and Pres, Presb. Reg., Wodrow Miscell, and
Mew St. Acc. i.] -
1588. ALEXANDER FORRESTER, continued in 1589.-[Reg. Assig.]
1589. GEORGE LUNDYE, trans. fr. Dalmeny, inst. 25th Jan. ; died 8th June 1592. His utencils
and abulzements amounted to j ñ, awand to Hary Smyth, burges of Edinburgh, for hous maill at
Mertinmas 1591, xxviii. xiijs. iiijd. Item to Gilbert Ingles, skynner, for hous-maill Whitsun-
day 1592 xx ii. Debita excedunt bona. He marr. Katharine Loch, and had issue, George his
eldest son, being the executor, and Margaret—[Reg. Assig, Edin. Presb., Test, and Dunferm-
line Sess. Reg.]
MELVILLE,
Of auld callit St Andrews. Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Abbey of Dunferm-
line. The kirk was ruinous, 28th Dec. 1615, and 9th March 1631, being within a stone-cast of that of
Lasswade. It was united to Newbattle by the General Assembly about the end of 1583, but suppressed
by Parliament, 28th June 1633, the larger portion being annexed to Lasswade, and the lesser to Dalkeith.
1583. ANDREW MILLAR, pres. by James VI. 9th Jan. ; demitted in 1586.-[Reg. Pres,
and Assig.]
NEWBATTLE
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Abbot of Newbattle.
1570. ADAM FouTLIS, entered in Nov., having also Heriot in charge, with a stipend of jºli.;
trans. to Cambuslang in 1572–|Reg. Min.]
1573. RoBERT WILSON, trans. fr. Dalkeith, pres, by James VI. 14th Feb.; in 1574 Meluile
NEWBATTLE, 293
was also in charge with a stipend of j ii.; died 29th Dec. 1583. His Inventar and dettis
amounted to ij"Xlii. xd. His sister Katharine, a widow in Edinburgh, being executor—[Reg.
Assig, Min. and Assig, Test. Reg., Wodrow Miscell.] -
1583. JoHN HEREIS, trans. from Ormiston, and adm. about March; pres. to the parsonage and
vicarage of Meluile by James VI. 11th March 1586, continued in 1608, and died 1620, before
8th Aug. His son Abraham murdered a servitor of Sir James Richesone of Smitone in 1594,
and the following notice is supposed relative to another. His Majesty made a gift 6th Sept.
1610 to John H., student, servitor to John Lord Yester, for lyff, of the prebendary of Melvill,
and kirk thereof, callit St Andrews kirk, vacant be demission in his favour by John H., in
Newbattle—[Presb. Reg., Reg. Assig, Sec. Sigill, and Pres., Mem, of Eglintonii.] -
1606. ALEXANDER AMBROSE, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 27th
July 1605, adm. 15th Oct. 1606 ; died 1st May 1615, aged about 30, in 9th min. His
librarie was estimat at xlii, the utencils, &c., at j merks, Inventar and dettis,j. xlii. xiijs. iiijd,
Heleine Ramsay, relict ; a daugh. Elizabeth marr. James Ramsay, writer, living in Newbattle
(probably of Winlands).-|Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin., Presb., Haddingt. Presb., and Test. Reg.,
Ing. Ret, Edin. 848, Pitcairn's Cr. Trials iii.] -
1615. JoHN AIRD, A.M., trans. fr. Newton, pres. by Robert, Earl of Lothian, and adm. 26th
Sept. He signed the Protestation for the Liberties of the Kirk June 1617. In 1627 there were
“betwixt eight and nine hundred communicants,” but no “satled schole.” He died 9th July 1638,
aged about 54, in 25th min., being one of those accounted “eminent for grace and gifts, or faithful-
ness and success.” He had six silver spoons, two silver tassis, and sum brokine silverwork, weyand
ijii.ioz.,at iii titheoz.,xcix fi, his librarie iij xxxviijli, iiijs. iiijd, utencils, &c., ii. xxxiiijd xiijs.
iiijd ; Inventar and dettis, ij” lxix fi iiijs iiijd. By will 19th Feb. 1638 he “intreats the Earl
of Lothiane of quhais kyndnes and gudwill I have grite assurance, to countenance and assist
my wyffand childrene in thair honest effaires,” and declares “that affirmative confessioune of the
Faith sett downe in the Actis of Parliament anno (1567), and the negative confessioun subscribed
be King James the Sext, his houshold court, the contrie, and the ministrie, ar the most simple
and trew confessioune, drawing neirest the written word of God.” Mark Cass, laird of Cock-
pen, one of his trustie friends, was named one of the tutors to his bairns during thair pupillaritie.
He marr. Sarah Donaldson, who died March 1665, and had a son William, and others.--|Presb.,
Sess, Test, and Edin. Reg. (Bur), Hope's Diary, Livingston's Charac, Reg. Old Dec. iii., Sed,
Book of Teinds, Orig. Lett, Law's Mem. &c.]
1639. ANDREW CANT, A.M., trans. fr. Pitsligo, pres, by Will. Earl of Lothian in 1638, coll.
16th and inst. 20th May ; trans, to Aberdeen and adm. in 1641–LPresb., and Sym. Reg.
Livingston's Charac., Blair's Autob., Balfour's Hist, Works, Baillie's Lett., Stevenson’s H.ist.]
1641. RobHRT LEIGHTON, A.M., son of Dr Alex. L., who was cruelly and illegally persecuted
by the Star Chamber in the reign of Charles I., born in 1610, or 1611, studied and attained his degree
at the Univ. there, 23d July 1631, resided for some time-at Douay in Frence, produced a tes-
timonial from the Presb. of Edin. 22nd July, was pres.by Will, Earl of Lothian, in Sept., ord, and
adm. 16th and coll. 30th Dec. 1641, was a member of the Commissions of Assembly 1642, 1646.
“According to the ordinance of the Provincial Assembly, the Moderator, 15th June 1648, did
demand of Mr. Robert, 1st—Why he did not read the Declaration himself! 2nd, Why he went
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away to England without obtaining libertie from the Presb., seeing there were Acts of the Gen.
Assembly prohibiting ministers to be absent frathair charge three Sabbaths together under the
pain of deposition ? To the 1st, he answered—That that Sabbath when the Declaration was to
be read, he was so trubled with an great defluxion that he was not able to extend his voyce, and
therefore was necessitat to do that farr by his intention, but it shall be helpit in tyme coming.
To the 2nd, he answered—First, That quhen he went away he intendit onlie to have been ab-
sent two or three Sabbaths at most, and he humbly conceavit there had been no express act
why a min. might not have beine absent for that short space. But if there be any such act he
was sorrie that he should have downe anything that might appeir contrarie to it. Second, That
he did acquaint sum of the brether with it, and desyrit them to excuse him. Third, When he
came to York he found an business of neir freind’s, bot non of his own, that necessitat him
to go further, and stay longer than he intendit. Fourth, He no sooner came to York, bot
als sone he wrote a letter of excuse to the brethren, notwithstanding it did not come to their
hands before his coming home. Fifth, When he came home he was surprysit with sickness, and
was not able to come to the Presb. for the space of fourteen days. Being removit and his ex-
cuses considerit, they charitably constructit and appoynt him to be gravlie admonished to amend,
which was accordinglie done by the Moderator. After his incalling, it was received by him
humblie, and he promisit be the grace of God to amend.” He was posit 31st Aug. following,
why he did not come to the Presb. that Thursday immediately preceding the sitting downe of
the Generall, and embrace his commission to the said Assembly conform to the appoyntment of
Presb. ? Answered—He was trubled with an distillation, that he was not able to come for
the space of two or three days. Also being posit, Why he did not embrace the commission
Answered—He was conscious of his own weakness for managing of that business, and could
have wisht that they would construct it so found. He declared that he was very infirm, and
feared that he should not have been able to have waited vpon the sittings of the Gen. Assembly.
And withall, he assured them that if he had suspected that they would not have chosen ane
vther in his place, notwithstanding of all his weakness of bodie, yea, although it had tendit to
the great prejudice of his health he would have embraced it, for he resolvet never to be refrac-
torie to any thing which they commandet him, and he lookit they would think so of him. The
forsaid reasons being ponderit be the brethren, and found somewhat weak, thought him censur-
able, bot what his censure should be they continewed to the nixt Thursday, that the commis-
sioners of the Gen. Assembly be present. The brethren and ruling elders, 7th Sept., having
divers tymes heard his reasons read be the Clerk, and charitably considerit them, and finding
that it was not disaffection vnto the cause of Christ, neither out of any disrespect vnto the ordi-
nance of his brethren, but judging it modestie in ther brother, and infirmitie in bodie, that
movet him to do it, did ordaine him gravly to be admonishet be the Moderator for his impru-
dent cariage, and to beware of the lyk in tyme coming, which was accordingly done, and was
modestly taken by him, and withall promisit be the grace of God to amend. Same year, 2nd
Nov., the number of communicants was found to be about nine hundred. There cam a letter
from Mr. Robert, 29th April 1552, desyring the brethren to have a cair of supplying his place
during his abode in England, in respect he was going to sie if he can obtaine ony sort of libertie
to these ministers who are keepit in the Tower, and other places. The brethren condescended
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to his desyre. Mr. Hew Campbell, 16th Dec. thereafter, presented a letter from Mr. L. de-
mitting his charge, quhilk the Presb, refuse to accept ; appointed the Moderator to write, and
desire him to return to his charge. Another letter from Mr L. was tabled 30th of same month, re-
signing his charge de novo, which metasimilar deliverance. The Presb., 13th Jan. 1653, appointed
Mr James Robertson to speak to the Earl of Lothian about Mr. L. On the 27th Mr. L. com-
peared and desired to be lowsed from his charge, the Council of Edinburgh having called him to
be Principal, when they appointed the parish to be summoned for next day. The call was tabled
3rd Feb., and Mr. L. being posed if he would embrace the forsaid charge, answered that he was
not yet fully resolved. The quhilk day the brethren of the Presb. convened according to the
appointment of the day preceding, anent the desyre of our brother to be lowsed from his ministrie
at the kirke of N., by reason of the graitnes of the congregation farre exceeding his strength for
discharging the dewties thereof, especially the extreme weaknes of his voice, not being able to
reache the half of tham when they are convened, which has long pressed him very sore, as he had
formerly often expressed to us. A story has been related that when this resignation was under
consideration, Calderwood being present, strenuously urged its adoption, which is altogether
fallacious, the aged historian having been dead upwards of two years before such was contem-
plated. Mr. L. was loosed and transported to the Principality, as proposed, 3rd Feb. 1653.−
[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin, Presb. Reg., Acts of Ass, Irving's Scott. Writ., Wodrow’s Anal., Cham-
bers’ Biog. Dict.] *
1653. ALEXANDER DICKSON, A.M., son of Mr David D., Professor of Divinity, and min. of
Edinburgh, studied and graduated at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1644, called 14th Aug., and ord.
7th Oct. 1653; trans. to the Professorship of Hebrew in the Univ. of Edinburgh 11th Sept.
1656.-IMun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Bower's Hist. of the Univ., Presb. Reg.]
[Calls were given to several, among others to Mr HEW ARCHIBALD, late of Strathaven, 27th
July 1658. He was rejected for having vitiated his testimonial, but having served the cure
for a considerable time, had v' merks allowed by Parliament, from the vacant stipend—[Presb.
Reg., Acts Parl. vii.]
1660. GEORGE JOHNSTON, A.M., trans. fr. Lochrutton, called March, and adm. 19th July;
deprived by the Act of Parliament 11th June, and of Privy Council 1st Oct. 1662.- Presb.
Reg., Wodrow’s Hist, S. Presb. Eloquence.]
1663. ARCHIBALD CHEISHOLME, A.M., son of Walter C., bailie of Dunblane, studied and
attained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews 13th May 1653, ord, and coll. 20th Nov.
1663; trans, to Corstorphine in 1666.-[Malcolm's House of Drummond, Act. Rect. Univ. St
And, Reg. Collat.]
1667. ALEXANDER MALCOLM, translated from Edinburgh, (Tolbooth Ch.), pres. by Will,
Earl of Lothian 28th Aug., collated 24th and adm. 26th Sept. ; re-trans, to Edinburgh,
(Greyfriars Ch.), in 1681–LPresb., and Edin. Guild Reg., Reg. Collat., and Old. Dec. i.]
1679. GEORGE JOHNSTON, A.M., above noticed, was seized in Edinburgh and carried before
the Privy Council for preaching at conventicles, and refusing to desist, was confined to the par.
of Borthwick in 1670. About the end of Nov. that year his confinement was removed, while
he was discharged, repairing to Edinburgh without permission, or living in the liberties of the
city. Continuing his former course, however, orders were issued by the Privy Council 24th
2 P
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June 1674, for his apprehension, and he was inter-communed 6th Aug. following ; but yet
was indulged by the Privy Council 19th Sept. 1679.-[Kirkton, and Wodrow's Hist,
1681. ARCHIBAL.D Dougi,As, A.M., trans. fr. Newton, and inst. 7th July; deprived 23d Nov.
following, for refusing the Test—[Presb. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist.]
1682, ANDREW AUCHINLECK, A.M., trans, fr. Denino, inst, 6th July ; deprived by the
Committee of Estates 8th May 1689, for not reading the Proclamation of 12th April as
enjoined, and not obeying the same. He died Aug. 1696, aged about 50, in 25th min. His
debts exceeded his goods. He marr. in April 1675, Janet Chilthomas, and had four sons, Mr
John, writer, Edinburgh, Andrew, Alexander, and Robert, besides a daugh, Jean.—[Presb.,
Sess., Denino Sess., Test, and Edin. Reg. (Bur), Ing. Ret. Gen. 7967, Acts Parl. ix., M.S. Acc.
of Min. 1689.] - -
1687. GEORGE JoHNSTON, A.M., already mentioned, returned on liberty being granted to
the Presbyterians in July ; and was trans. to Edinburgh 26th Aug. thereafter, which does not
appear to have been effected. He is last noticed 1st Nov. 1687, and died in Jan. 1689, aged
about 61, in 35th min. He marr. Helen Kerr, who subsequently marr. Mr James Kilpat-
rick, min. of Carrington.—[Syn., Test, and Edin. Reg. (Marr), S. Presb. Eloq.]
1688. JoHN MOSMAN, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 4th
July 1654, probably ord, before 4th June 1674, when a warrant was granted for his appre-
hension, for preaching at conventicles, and the town-major of Edinburgh had a reward of £50
sterl. for doing according to the royal proclamation. On a change in the royal policy, he was
released from prison 4th July 1679. He was enrolled as a min. resident in the Province, at
their first meeting 6th July 1687, entered to a meeting-house in Newbattle in March 1688,
was allowed, by the Committee of Estates, 10th, and removed to the kirk 12th May 1689,
was a member of Assembly 1692, and died 11th Jan. 1693, aged about 59. He marr. Grisel
Ker, who died 10th March 1693–Publication—The Christian's Companion under soul-
exercise, a sermon preached at the Hole of the Gaterige, 1678, 4to.—[Edin. Grad., Wodrow’s
Hist, Presb., Syn., and Edin. Reg. (Bur), Reg. Gen. Ass., Acts Parl. ix., S. Presb. Eloquence,
&c.]
1695. ROBERT SANDELANDs, trans. fr. Swinton, called 18th March, and adm. 6th May ;
trans. to Edinburgh (New North Ch.) 27th Oct. 1702–LPresb. Reg.]
1705. CHARLEs CAMPBELL, called 9th Oct. 1705, ord, 27th Feb. following ; died 1721, in
16th min. He marr. in Nov. 1709, Catharine, daugh. of Alex, Burnet of Carlops, she was
alive in 1765.-LPresb., and Linton Sess. Reg.]
1721. ANDREW MITCHELL, A.M., trans. fr. Manor, called 1st Sept., and adm. 29th Nov. ;
died 21st July 1737, aged about 67, in 42nd min. He marr. in 1707, Jean, daugh. of Mr.
Alex. Cooper, min. of Selkirk, and had two sons, William and Robert, and four daugh.
Isobel, Magdalen, Elizabeth, and Margaret.—[Presb., and Test. Reg.
1739. WILLIAM CREECH, son of a respectable farmer in Fife, studied at the Univ. of
Edinburgh, and became tutor to Mr. George Cranstoun, licen. by the Presb. of Jedburgh 1st
Aug. 1733, and was an unsuccessful candidate for the grammar school there in the following
year, called 22nd Sept. 1738. and ord, 6th March thereafter ; died 21st Aug. 1745, aged 40,
in 7th min. He marr. Mary Buley, from England, related to the family of Quarme, in
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Devonsh., he died 16th May 1764, and had two daugh, and a son William, bookseller and
Lord Provost of Edinburgh, distinguished for his literary acquaintance and taste.—[Steven's
Hist, High School, Presb. Reg., Creech's Fug. Pieces, &c.]
1746. JAMES WATSON, Master of Geo. Watson's Hospital, licen. by the Presb. 5th June
1745, pres, by William, Marquis of Lothian 4th Jan, and ordained 19th Aug. 1746; trans.
to the Canongate (1st charge) 24th July 1753–LPresb. Reg., Steven's Hist. High School,
Carlyle's Autob.] -
1754. GEORGE SHEPHERD, trans. fr. Tarland, pres, by Will. Henry, Marquis of Lothian
24th Oct. 1753, and adm. 19th July following; died 9th May 1779, in 41st min. He marr.
14th May 1740, Mary Kirkpatrick, who died 20th Sept. 1775, and had issue.—[Presb, and
Syn. Reg., &c.]
1779. WILLIAM PAUL, tutor in the family of David, Earl of Leven, licen. by the Presb. of
Cupar 2nd Sept. 1777, pres. by Will. John, Marquis of Lothian 24th June, and ord, 24th
Sept. 1779; trans. to St. Cuthberts 7th Feb. 1786—[Presb. Reg., Kay's Portraits.]
1786, JAMES BROWN, trans. fr. Newburn, pres, by Will. John, Marquis of Lothian in July,
and adm. 4th Oct. He built the beautiful village of Eskbank in 1794, and died 30th March
1812, in his 54th year, and 28th min., having greatly excelled as a preacher. He marr. 3rd
June 1784, Helen Adams, who died 22nd Nov. 1814, and had three sons, James, accountant
in Edinburgh ; Robert, min. of Largo ; and John Tod, min. of Dunfermline, and several
daughters—Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. x.)—[Presb. Reg., Wew
St. Acc., &c.)
1813. JoHN THOMSON, Son of a farmer at Milton, Forfarsh, and one of sixteen children.
Seeing one of his brothers killed by the horses running off from fright during a thunder-
storm, he betook himself to the clerical profession, and studied at the Univ. and Marschal
College, Aberdeen, licen. by the Presb. of Edinburgh 16th Oct. 1800, became tutor successively
in the families of the Hon. Baron Norton, and Mr. Swinton of Swinton, pres, by Will. John,
|Marquis of Lothian in Sept. 1812, and ord. 20th April thereafter; died 2nd Nov. 1839, in his
68th year, and 27th min, having discharged with singular fidelity and acceptance all the duties
of his office. He marr, 13th March 1815, Elizabeth Balfour, daugh. of Mr. Rob. Wodrow
of Mauchline, grandson of the Church-historian, she died 11th April 1854, and had seven
children, of whom David, Assist.-Surgeon of his majesty's ship Cormorant ; Robert, min. of
St. Luke's, Glasgow; Charles, accountant in Edinburgh ; and John, merchant, Leith.—Pub-
lications—The constraining power of the love of Christ, a sermon, Dalkeith 1839, fep. 8vo. ;
Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. i.)—[Presb, and Syn. Reg., Mem. (Sermon).]
NEWTON,
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Abbey of Dunfermline.
[John Barbour, min. of Pentland, was pres, and coll, to the vicarage—see Pentland.]
1597. JoHN NYMBILL, A.M., trans. fr. Cranston. Had a gift from his Majesty 2nd April
1604, of j xxxvi. li. iis. viiid out of the Bishoprick of St. Andrews. Continued in 1607,
and was re-trans, to Cranston.--|Reg. Assig, and Pres.]
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1614. JoHN AIRD, A.M., son of Will. A., min. of St. Cuthberts, studied and was laureated
at the Univ. of Edinburgh (having held a bursary on the presentation of James Lord Lindsay)
28th May 1604, assisted at St. Cuthbert's, and was a member of Session there, 18th Dec.
1606–8th Oct. 1607; admitted by John Archbishop of St Andrews 14th Jan. 1614; trans.
to Newbattle 28th Sept. 1615—ICraufurd’s Hist, of the Univ., Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin,
Presb., and St. Cuthbert's Sess. Reg., New St. Acc., Syme's West Kirk.]
1617. JoHN MELUILL or MELUINE, A.M., fourth “son of Mr. James M., min. of Kilrenny,
martyre and witnes for Chryst,” attained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews 26th July
1613. My Lord-Clerk Register (Hay of Whitburgh) directed ane letter to the Presb. 2nd
Nov. 1614, that he might be heard for the parish, and having passed trials the Presb. wrote
the Bishop in his favour 19th Sept. 1616, and he was adm. in March 1617. In 1627 there
were in the parish “auchtein score communicants or thairby, and of stipend two chalders
victual bein and aittis, and ij" merks of money,” with no school but “grait need of ane.” Mr
M. died (between 25th June and 25th Oct.) 1638, in his 43rd year and 22d min. He marr.
in 1624 Janet Kellie, who survived him.—Mellvill’s Awtob., Act. Rect. Univ. St And, Presb.
Reg., Reg. Sec. Sigill, and Pres, Stat. Reports 1627, New St. Acc.]
1640. ROBERT CARSANE, A.M., nephew to Mr. Alex. Case, min. of Polwarth, studied and
obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 25th July 1624, ord, and adm. 24th Sept.
1640, pres. by Charles I. 14th May, and inst. 4th June 1641; he was a member of the Commis-
sion of Assembly 1645. The communicants are said, 2nd Nov. 1648, to be about four
hundred. He continued 12th Dec. 1661, and conformed to Episcopacy. He marr. Helen Hunter,
and had a son Thomas, and a daugh. Margaret, who marr. Geo. Carsone, writer, Edinburgh,
and was served heir 17th Aug. 1695.-Jêeg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, and Pres, Presb., Test.
(Laud), and Edin. Reg. Sasines, Acts of Ass., Wodrow’s Hist., Ing. Ret. Gen. 1705, 1706.]
1673. ARCHIBAL.D Douglas, A.M., trans. fr. Cavers, pres. by John, Duke of Lauderdale,
Sept., coll. 23d, and inst. 24th Sept. ; trans, to Newbattle in 1681–LPresb. Reg., Reg. Collat.,
New St. Acc.] -
1681. RoPERT BANNERMAN, A.M., brother to Sir Alex. B. of Elsick, studied and was
graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 7th April 1675, pres, by John, Duke of Lauderdale
Aug., coll. —, and inst. 26th Sept. 1681; deprived by the Privy Council 4th Sept. 1689, for
not reading the Proclamation and praying for King William and Queen Mary. He died 24th
Jan. 1719, in his 63rd year. His haill library was valued at jºxx fi, and the furniture and
daugh. of Sir Mark Carse, of Cockpen, she died 30th April 1725, and had four sons, Robert,
merchant in Edinburgh and London, John, William, and Mark.--|Presb., Test., and Edin.
Reg. (Bur), M.S. Acc. of Min 1689, Wisbet's Her. ii., Playfair's Baron. iii., Wew St. Acc., &c.]
1696. JoHN SHAw, studied divinity at the Univ. of Glasgow, licen, by the Presb. 7th
Jan. 1696, called 26th Feb. and ord. 21st April same year; trans, to Leslie, Fifesh. 25th Oct.
1698.-[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb. Reg., New St. Acc.]
1700. THOMAS MoPHET, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 3rd
July 1693, licen. by the Presb. 27th Feb. 1700, called by them jure devoluto 3rd, and ord,
24th Sept same year; died 14th Jan. 1743, in his 78th year and 43rd min. He marr, 26th
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Feb. 1702, Marion Wallace, relict of James Hamilton of Balgrie, she died 14th Oct. 1742,
aged 64, and had a daugh. Elizabeth, who marr, his successor.—[Presb., and Edin. Reg.
(Marr), Tombst, Edin. Grad, New St. Acc., &c.]
1743. DAVID GILCHRIST, A.M., studied at St. Salvator's College, and attained his degree at
the Univ. of St Andrews, 4th May 1726 ; licen, by the Presb. of Kirkcaldy 26th Dec. 1734,
pres, by Mr. Wauchope of Edmondstone 23rd March, and ord, 19th July 1743; died 6th June
1770, in 27th min. He marr. 28th Nov. 1743, Elizabeth, daugh, of Mr. Mophet, his pre-
decessor; she died 17th April 1751; 2dly, 26th Dec. 1753, Isabella Blaikie, who died in
May 1777–Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb., and Test. Reg., New St. Acc., &c.] -.
1770. JoHN MAIN, trans. fr. Athelstaneford, pres. by John Wauchope, Esq. of Edmond-
stone 17th Aug., adm. 12th Oct. ; had D.D. from the Univ. of St Andrews 14th Oct. 1782,
and died 13th May 1795, in 67th age and 38th min. “Few ever maintained a character
more suited to the sacred profession ; he was an elegant classical scholar, an enlightened
philosopher, and a profound divine. Uniting much taste in composition, with a delivery so
serious, tender, and impressive, that he engaged the attention and won the hearts of every
audience in which he appeared. His talents, matural and acquired, entitled him to a distin-
guished place in the republic of letters; had he not been withheld from exertion by invincible
modesty, and a temper void of ambition. The Sweetness of his disposition, and the meekness
of his demeanour, did not, however, prevent him from displaying the energy of a firm and
determined mind, on all proper occasions, in support of the sound principles he held in every
thing sacred and civil, and in the steady exercise of piety and virtue. The soundness of his
understanding, and the purity of his morals, drew to him the respect and veneration of all
orders of men; while his endearing manners and enlightened conversation, accompanied with
the highest sense of honour and integrity, particularly engaged the love and affection of the
young, especially those of his own order.”—Publications—Sermons, Edin. 1797, 8vo.;
Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. xi)—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Trans. Roy. Soc.
Edin. v., Goldie's Serm., Wew St. Acc., Scott. Reg. vi., &c.]
1796. TIESLIE MOODIE, son of the Rev. Roger M. min. of Monimail, licen. by the Presb. of
Edinburgh, 26th Dec. 1792, pres, to Keir by Will, Duke of Queensberry in Feb. 1795, but
withdrew his acceptance, and was pres, to this parish by Mr Wauchope of Edmondstone in
Oct. thereafter, and ord, 25th March following ; trans. to Kelso 25th July 1800–LPresb.,
and Sym. Reg., New St. Acc., &c.]
1801. THOMAS SCOTT, trans. fr. Ballingry, pres. by John Wauchope, Esq. of Edmondstone
Feb. and admitted 24th April ; by decree of the Supreme Court 3d June 1807, he obtained
right to work coal below the glebe, under direction of the heritors and presbytery, for behoof
of himself and his successors, which added one hundred and fifteen pounds annually to the
living. He died 30th July, the day before the dispensation of the Lord's Supper, 1825, in
his 62d year, and 36th min. He marr. 29th June 1795 Mary, daugh. of Mr. Ellis Martin,
merchant, Leith, she died 17th Sept. 1841, issue Captain Walter, H.E.I.C.S., Thomas, ac-
countant, Edinburgh, and others—Publication—Account of Ballingry (Sinclair's St. Acc. vii.)
—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Morrison's Digest., Wew St. Acc., &c.]
1826. JoHN ADAMSON, son of a respectable blacksmith in the par. of Newlands, who died,
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leaving him when young under the guardianship of the benevolent min. of that parish. Hav-
ing succeeded to some means by an uncle, it was thought most advantageous that he should re-
ceive a liberal education, and therefore was sent to the Univ. of Edinburgh, where he went
through his curriculum, and was licen, by the Presb. of Peebles 11th June 1823. He went
afterwards to the continent, and was pres, by John Wauchope Esq., of Edmondstone in Feb.
and ord, 12th May 1826. He marr. 23d Jan. 1844 Amelia, youngest daugh. of Tho. New-
bigging, Esq., wine merchant, Leith, and has a family.—Publications—Part of a Sermon on
the death of the Rev. John Thomson, Dalkeith, 1839, 18mo: Account of the Parish (New St.
Acc. i.)—[Presb., and Sym. Reg., New St. Acc., &c.]
ORMISTON.
The church was dedicated to St. Giles, and previous to the Reformation belonged to the Trinity College
Hospital at Edinburgh.
1567. ANDREW BLAKHALL, formerly one of the conventual brethren of the Abbey of Haly-
rood-house, having at this time also charge of Cranstoun and Pencaitland, with a stipend of
j" li. ; removed to Cranston in 1570–LReg. Pres, and Min, Booke of the Kirk, Calderwood's
Hist.]
1572. ANDREW SYMSOUN, entered vicar and exhorter at Boltoun in Nov. 1567. He signed
the Articles penned by the Synod, and presented by the Superintendent of Lothian to the
Assembly March 1572, and in 1574 had also in charge Saltoun, Pencaitland, Keith Marischell,
and Keith Humbie, with a stipend of jºxxviii. xiijs. iiijd. He was pres. to the prebendary
of Trinitie College, founded upon the fourth part of the kirk of Ormistoun by James VI. 7th
April 1574, and 25th Jan. following to the twa prebendaries of the Trinity College, founded
upon two-fourths or four parts of the fruits of the paroch kirk of Ormiston; he removed to
Saltoun before 1576.-[Reg. Min., Assig, and Pres, Booke of the Kirk, Wodrow Miscell.]
1576. JoHN HEREIS ; trans. to Newbattle in March 1584.—[Reg. Assig., Presb. Reg., Wodrow
Biog.]
1585. JAMES BENNET, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews
in 1581. He was a member of Assembly from the Presb. of Dalkeith 4th Aug. 1590, and
was trans. to Liberton in Nov. Same year.—|Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Reg. Assig., Presb.
Reg., Booke of the Kirk.]
1590. NATHANIEL HARLAW, A.M., one of the original students at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
under Rollock, from whom he received his degree Aug. 1587. He was on the Exercise at St
Andrews 30th Oct. 1589, and adm. here 8th April 1591; he was pres. by James VI. to the
Vicarage of Aberlady Nov. 1593, and to the Vicarage of Borthwick March 1594, but it does
not appear that he was collated to either. He narrowly escaped being present at the Gen.
Assembly in Aberdeen 2d July 1605, having attended two or three days after by a mistake
in the letter forwarded to the Presb. In 1627 there were about two hundred and eighty
communicants, with a stipend of v" merkis and x, for elements: the school being sustained
by the goodwill of the tenants. He died in 1637, aged about 70, in 47th min. Margaret Por-
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teous, his relict, died before 25th Sept. 1657. He had a son, William, in orders in the Church
of England, and a daugh, Elizabeth.-[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Presb., St. Andrew's Presb.,
and Test. Reg. (Haddingt.), Reg. Assig, and Pres. (Caut), Stat. Reports, 1627, Calderwood's
Hist., Forbes's Records, Pitcairn's Cr. Trials.]
1637. DAVID MERCHISTONE, A.M., trans. fr. Keir, pres, by , coll, and inst. 28th April;
died in March 1646, aged about 43. His librarie was estimat at iij merks, and the utencils
at viij merks, while he had one male and three female servants, whose fie amounted to lxxviii.
Frie Geir, j'"v" ii. xiiijs. He left one son, Robert, min. of Kirkpatrick-Juxta, and three
daugh, Helen, Rachel, and Isobel, for whom Mr. Tho. Ramsay, min. of Foulden, Pat. Inglis
of Elvingstone, and Mr. Cornelius Inglis of Eastbarns, were tutors.-[Presb., Sess., and
Test. Reg., Durie's Dec.] -
1647. JoHN SINCLAR, A.M., Regent in St. Leonard's College, St. Andrews, pres, by Mr.
Cockburn of Ormistoun in Aug. 1646, and adm. 14th Jan. thereafter, was a member of the
Commission of Assembly 1648, and one of those appointed for visiting the Univ. of Edinburgh
31st July 1649, and also one of those who adhered to the Protesters in 1651, as well as of
those named by the Protector in the province of Lothian, Merse, and Teviotdale, for visiting
the Universities, and authorizing godly and able men to enjoy their livings 8th Aug. 1654.
He seems to have been commived at until the Test was put in operation in 1681, when he was
laid aside by public order in Dec. 1682. He removed to Holland, and commenced an academy,
preparing many of our countrymen, while Sojourning there, for the ministry. He was elected
to the congregation at Delft 2d June 1683, the foundation of which had been laid by the
exiled Forbes of Alford, but only adm. 30th July of the following year, it having been in-
terrupted by official authority, on account of his offending the Government in Scotland, who
had raised a process against him for treasonable practices, which ended in his forfeiture 9th
Sept. thereafter. His incumbency there, however, was of short duration, having died 24th
March 1687, aged about 69, in 41st min. An elegy to his memory appeared from the pen of
his brother-in-law. He marr. Christina, daugh. Of Mr. James Fleming, min. of Bathens, and
had a son Mr. John, min. of Kirkpatrick-Trongray.—[Presb., and Sess. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist,
Steven's Scott, Ch. Rotterd., Acts of Ass., and Parl. vi., vii., Fountainhall's Dec., Ing. Ret. Gen.
5530, Wicoll’s Diary, Connell on Tithes, iii.]
1683. JoHN CocKBURN, trans. fr. Old Deer, pres. by Mr Cockburn of Ormistoun in March,
coll.—, adm. and inst. 13th June; he was the first who projected a periodical account of litera-
ture in Scotland, and got a licence to print the monthly transactions and account of books out
of the Universal Bibliotheque, and others, which was recalled 13th March 1688, and he was
discharged to print any more. Teprived by the Privy Council 29th Aug. 1689, for not read-
ing the proclamation of the Estates, and not praying for King William and Queen Mary :
while he was accused of praying for King James, and for confusion to his enemies. He was
appointed in 1698 by Henry, Bishop of London, as min. of the Episcopal Congregation at
Amsterdam, where he continued eleven years, acquired the degree of D.D., and was promoted
to the Rectory of Northaw, Middlesex. His son, Patrick, was Vicar of Long Horsley—
Publications—Jacob's Vow, Edin. 1686, 8vo. ; Bibliotheca Universalis, for Jan. 1688,
12mo, ; Eight Sermons on several occasions, Edin, 1691, 8vo. ; Enquiry into the nature,
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necessity, and evidence of Christian Faith, parts i., ii., 1696, 1697; Fifteen Sermons, on
various occasions and subjects, 1697, 8vo. ; Bourignianism detected, narratives i. ii., Lond.
1698, 4to, ; Letter giving an account why the other narratives are not yet published, Lond,
1698, 4to.; Eight single Sermons, Amsterd. 1703,-Lond. 1713, 4to, and 8vo.; Right notions
of God and Religion, Lond. 1708, 18mo: ; Answers to some Queries concerning some impor-
tant points of Religion, Lond. 1717, 8vo. ; History and examination of Duels, Lond. 1720,
8vo, ; Specimen of some free and impartial Remarks on particular affairs, and particular per-
sons, especially relating to Scotland, Lond, (1724) 8vo.—[Sess., Syn., and Presb. Reg., Wodrow's
Hist, and Amal, Fountainhall's Dec. i., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689, Steven's Scott. Ch. Rotterd.,
Chambers's Ann., &c.]
1690. PATRICK CUMING, A.M., sixth son of John C. of Regulas, studied and was graduated
at the Univ. of Edinburgh in 1670, became min. to a Presbyterian congregation in Dublin,
called in Dec. 1689, and adm. 25th Feb. following, reserving a liberty to return when God should
open a door to that effect. He was a member of the Assembly same year, and was commis-
sioned with Principal Dunlop in 1694 to get the Royal Sanction for the meeting of the Gen.
Assembly, which had been interrupted, and to congratulate his Majesty on his return from the
Continent. He died unmarried 10th March 1731, in his 82d year. He had a care of all the
churches, was a constant friend to all young ministers and scholars, and an edifying and cheer-
ful companion. Being modest and open in temper, free from all flattery and affectation, moderate
in his principles, joined to knowledge of literature, and experimental religion. He was thus
both useful and conspicuous.--Douglas Baronage, Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin., Presb. Reg.,
Reid’s Ireland, Wodrow’s Hist, Anal., and MSS., Reg. Gen. Ass., &c.]
1731. ANDREW DUNLOP, trans, fr. Garvald, pres, by Mr Cockburn of Ormistoun in July
and adm. 5th Oct; died 1st Jan. 1732, in 11th min. His books were estimated at iſºxl ți.
He marr. Katherine, daugh, of the Rev. David Blair, one of the min. of Edinburgh; she died
in March 1737. His brother, James, merchant, Edin, became executor—[Presb., and Test.
Reg.]
1732. DAVID PLENDERLEATH, eldest son of Mr Pat. P., min. of Saline, licen. by the Presb.
of Kincardin O'Neil 6th Oct. 1731, pres, by in July, and ord, 20th Sept. 1732 ; trans.
to Dalkeith 30th Sept. 1746.—[Fraser's Life of R. Erskine, Presb. Reg.]
1747. HUGH BANNATINE, eldest son of Mr John B., one of the min. of Edinburgh, studied
at the Univ. thereof, licen, by the Presb. of Linlithgow 21st Sept. 1743, enlisted as a Volun-
teer in 1745, travelled abroad as tutor with Mr Johnstone of Hilton, pres, by Geo. Cockburn,
Esq. of Ormistoun, 5th Feb., and ord. 26th May 1747; trans, to Dirleton 3d Oct. 1749.—
[Carlyle's Autob., Presb. Reg., dºc.]
1751. GEORGE LOGAN, A.M., son of the Rev. Geo. L., one of the min. of Edinburgh, studied
and took his degree at the Univ. there 18th March 1742, licen. by the Presb. of Kelso, 7th
July 1747, pres, by John, Earl of Hopetoun, 8th March 1750, ord. 20th March 1751 ; died
23rd Feb. 1754, in 31st age, and 3rd min. “Peculiarly distinguished for learning and acute-
ness, and generally allowed to be the first metaphysician of his time.” He had undertaken, at
the request of some of his contemporaries, to refute the sceptical writings of David Hume, but
was prevented by his early death. He marr., 12th March 1752, Susanna, daugh. of Arch. Tod,
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Esq. of Hayfield; she died at Edinburgh 21st April 1794.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, Presb.
Reg., Carlyle's Autob., Mackenzie's Life of Home, Morren's Ann., &c.]
1754. GEORGE BARCLAY, of Middleton, trans. fr. Wamphray, pres. by John, Earl of Hope-
toun, 5th July, and adm. 23d Oct. ; died 3rd Feb. 1765, in 21st min. He marr. 19th April
1744, Mary Barclay, who died 30th Sept. 1763, and had a son, George, min. of Haddington.
—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
1765. ALEXANDER COLVILL, of Hillside, trans. fr. Gask, pres. by John, Earl of Hopetoun,
8th July, and adm. 30th Oct. ; died 3rd Nov. 1813, in 51st min. He marr. 20th Jan. 1769,
Margaret, daugh, of Mr David Hunter, min. of Saline, she died 30th June 1782, and had Alex.,
of Hillside, Jean, who marr. the Rev. Tho. S. Hardie, min. of Ashkirk, and Elizabeth-
Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. iv., xxi.)—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
1812. JoHN RAMSAY, A.M., son of Will. R., in Carstairs, born in May 1777, studied and
attained his degree 12th April 1809, at the Univ. of Edinburgh, where he was assistant
librarian under Professor Dalzel, licen. by the Presb. of Edin. 28th Dec. 1803, was tutor to
Ełenry Clay, Esq., well known as an American statesman, and afterwards in the family of
Lord President Hope. He assisted for a time the Rev. Sir Henry Wellwood Moncreiff in
St. Cuthbert's and Dr Moodie in St Andrew's Church, pres. by James Earl of Hopetoun in
Aug., and ord. (assist. and suc.) 12th Nov. 1812; trans. to Gladsmuir 22d Jan. 1833–
[Edin. Grad, Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.]
1833. JAMES BANNERMAN, A.M., son of the Rev. James Pat. B., min. of Cargill, studied and
took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 30th March 1826, licen. by the Presb. of Perth 13th
Jan. 1830, proposed to be assist, and suc. to the Rev. Alex. Isdaile, min, of Dron, in 1832, and
pres. to this parish by John Earl of Hopetoun in Feb., and ord, 23rd Aug. 1833. He chiefly con-
ducted the prosecution of his co-presbyter, Mr Wright, for heresy, 1839-1841. On joining
in the Free Secession, and signing the deed of Demission, he was declared no longer a min. of this
Church, 23rd June 1843, and became Professor of Divinity in their New College in 1849. Had
D.D. conferred by the College of Princeton, New Jersey, in 1850. He marr. 2nd April 1839
David Anne, daugh. of the Hon. David Douglas, Lord of Session and Justiciary.—Publications
—Letter to the Marquis of Tweeddale, Edin. 1840, 8vo. ; The Prevalent Forms of Unbelief,
Edin. 1849, 8vo. ; The Infallible Truth and Divine Authority of the Holy Scriptures, Edin.
1865, 8vo.—[Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg., &c.] -
PENICUIK.
The Church was dedicated to St. Kentigern, alias St. Mungo.
1576. WILLIAM BARBOUR, removed fr. Pentland, having also Mont-Lothian in charge, also
styled “supportare at Lesuade.” Continued in 1579, but died before 25th May 1584.—
[Reg. Min., Assig., and Pres.]
1580. GILBERT TAILZEOUR, brother of Will. T., min. of Penpont, Reader at Cockpen 1576–
1579 ; he was accused 13th Dec. 1582 of “frequent absenting himself from his own flock,”
and 20th he excused himself “in respect of his Schole teaching, utherwaye he could not haif
2 Q
304 FRESBYTERY OF DALIKEITH.
his sustentation honestlie,” ordained to get ane presentation to Pentland 11th March 1583. In
1586 he was charged with drunkenness, and tried by the Presb. of Edinburgh and Dalkeith ;
trans, to Bathgate in 1588,-[Reg. Assig., Presb., Edin. Presb., Eacheq. Buik.
1588. ANDREW FORRESTER, see Glencross; he was asked to be domestic min. to the Earl
Morton, 1st Jan. 1589; but went to Corstorphine in 1590–IReg. Assig.]
1590. WILLIAM CARBRAITHE or GALBRAITH, though not adm. till 17th May 1592; suspended
1st April, 1595, but continued in 1597. He was convicted before the Lord Justice Depute
10th July 1605, of perjury before the Lords of Council and Session, and sentenced “to be
tane to the marcait croce of Edinburghe, and thair to stand, for the space of ane hour, or thair-
by, with ane paiper vpone his head, contening thir woirdis, in grit letteris, Mensuorne, Periuret,
and Infamous, and to be banischet the Ile of Britaine for euir ; and that he depairt furth of the
said Ile, betuix and the fyftene day of August nixt to cum ; and gif euir he repair within the
Samin Ile againe, without the Kingis licence, or zit sall remane within the samyn, and nocht
depairt furth thairof, betuix and the said fyftene day of August nixt to cum, that he sall be
execute to the daith, without any forder dome.”—DReg. Assig., Presb. Reg., Pitcairn's Cr.
Trials ii.]
1599. JAMES FRENCHE, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 12th
Aug. 1593; adhered to the Protestation in behalf of the Liberties of the Kirk 27th June 1617,
and died between July and Nov. 1629, aged about 56. Agnes Spens, relict. : He also left a
son.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Reg. Assig, Raith Pap., Presb., and Edin. S.E. Sess. Reg.,
Orig. Lett., &c.
1630. JoHN SINCLAIR, A.M., porter, or janitor in the Univ. of Edinburgh, which he demitted
on his graduation 26th July 1623. He was appointed by the Presb. of Haddington 23rd Aug.
1626 to exercise privately next day from Hebrews xi. 1, pres, by in April, ord —, and inst.
14th June 1630; died in 1637, aged about 34, in 7th min. The utencils and domicils amounted
to jºmerkis, he had a man and woman servant at iſ li, and viii., Frie Geir, d.d., iiij xcvijñ. He
marr., 17th Feb. 1631, Elizabeth Geddes, who died 17th Feb. 1633, when there was awin to
Robert G. her brother, for sueit meittesvijli, iijs. iiijd, and for medicaments vi Ii. ; 2ndly,
Agnes Buchanan, who subsequently marr. Alex. ROS, servitor to the laird of Wolmhead.—
[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, Craufurd’s Hist, of the Univ., Presb., Haddingt. Presb., Test., and
Edin. Reg. (Marr.)]
1637. PATRICK SIBBALD, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St Andrews
in 1624, pres, by , ord. 25th April 1637, was a member of the Commissions of Assembly
1645, and 1647. The communicants are stated at between two and three hundred, 2nd Nov.
1648. He was elected to St Cuthbert's 2nd charge 24th Jan. 1650, but the Presb, refused his
translation 2nd March; yet, 19th Aug. 1652, when he “considerit that he had livit thir four-
teen years, or thereby, amongst a people who had thought that his gospel preaching was not
worth a horse and two cows grasse, and his children wer all for the scoll, and he could not
get ether maintenance for himself, or anything to be an help to ther education, therfore he
would be forcit to suit transportation, for thir thrie years bypast he had receavit no thing,”
liberty to trans. was therefore granted. He died April 1653, aged about 49, in 16th
min. There was due “be the heritors of the par., or intrant min, for the defunct’s manse v"
PENICUIK. 305
merks, Frie Geir, d.d., ij” ij" xvi; li jS. iiijd. He marr. Katharine, daugh. of Mr. David
Balcomy, grammar schoolmaster in Cupar, she died in June 1665, and had John, Eliza-
beth, Christian, and Agnes. One of the daugh, received pecuniary aid from the Session, 13th
Oct. 1678.—[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb., Syn., Sess., Test, and Cupar Sess. Reg., Reg.
Old Dec. i., Acts of Ass.] - . .
1654. PATRICK ROBERTSON, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edin-
burgh in July 1643, called 14th Oct. 1653, and adm. 16th March thereafter. He ceased after
9th May 1656–LEdin. Grad, Presb. Reg.]
1656. WILLIAM DALGARNO, A.M., brother of John D., merchand-burges of Edinburgh, was
graduated at the Univ. and King's College Aberdeen in 1646, called Sept., and ord, 27th Nov.
1656; coll. 8th Oct. 1662; trans, to Kirkmahoe in 1663–LFasti Aberd, Presb., and Sess.
Reg., Reg. Collat.] -
1664. WILLIAM HAMILTON, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 9th
July 1656, ord, and coll. 10th June 1664. The Session of South Leith unanimously agreed
27th Jan. 1681 to call him to the 2nd charge, but on condition that the Parson should still have
the right of preaching in the forenoon on the Sabbath, and of moderating always in Session,
though he might dispense with the exercise of both on the desire of the second min. ; deprived
on account the Test same year—[Edin. Grad, Reg. Collat., Edin. Guild, Presb., and S. Leith
Sess. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist.] -
1682. JAMES MERCER, A.M., studied and acquired his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh in
1670, adm. in May 1682. There was “no preaching 26th May 1689, in regard the min. was
violently interrupted by the rabble when he offered to enter the churchyard, and forced back,”
so he voluntarily demitted.—[Sess, and Presb. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.]
1690. JAMES FARMER was a young man ready to be brought on trials at the first Meeting
of Presbyterian min. 6th July 1687, ord. 12th Feb. 1690; died in Edinburgh 25th Nov. 1693,
after two months' illness, in 4th min. He marr. in 1693 Euphan, daugh. of the laird of How-
lastoun, par. of Stow.—[Syn., Sess., Presb., and Edin. Reg. (Bur)]
1695. WILLIAM M*GEORGE, A.M., son of Mr Will. M*G., min. of Heriot, studied at the Univ.
of Edinburgh, where he had a bursary on Johnston's foundation 7th Nov. 1683, and took his
degree 9th July 1687, licen, and called by the Presb. 3rd May, and ord, 5th Sept. 1695; died
6th March 1745, in his 77th year, and 50th min. He marr, 10th June 1697 Sarah, daugh.
of Walter Ranken, of Orchardhead; she died 9th May 1741, and had a daugh. Katharine.—
Publications—Sermon at opening the Synod, Edin., 1714, 4to; The Sum of Christianity, a
discourse, Edin. 1718, 8vo; Sermons, Edin., 1729, 8vo.— Presb., Syn., Sess., Edin. Cowme.
Reg., and (Marr), Edin. Grad, Wodrow’s Hist, and Anal.]
1746. EBENEZER BROWN, studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, licen, by the Presb. of Biggar
17th March 1743, called 30th April, and ord. 19th Nov. 1746 ; died 4th Oct. 1759, in 13th
min. He marr. 16th Feb. 1747, Margaret Muir, who died 30th Dec. 1773, and had a son
John and a daugh. Margaret-Presb. Reg., &c.]
1760. JoHN GOLDIE, A.M., Son of the tenant at Firth, elected one of the teachers of Geo.
Heriot's Hospital 16th April 1750, licen. by the Presb. of Edinburgh 29th Nov. 1752, ord. min.
of the High meeting, Berwick-upon-Tweed, 30th Aug. 1756, pres. by Sir James Clerk of Pen-
306 PRESBYTERY OF DALKETTH.
nycuick, Bart. 28th Jan., and adm. 15th July 1760; trans. to Temple, 1st Oct. 1771.—
|Steven's Mem, of Heriot, Presb. Reg., &c.]
1772. THOMAS MºCourTY, trans. fr. Dolphinton, pres, by Sir James Clerk of Pennycuick,
Bart. 23rd Oct. 1771, and adm, 16th Jan, following ; died 28th Dec. 1803, in 85th age, and
45th min. He marr., 28th Nov. 1766, Henrietta, daugh. of Andrew Brown of Dolphinton,
she died 11th Nov. 1776—Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. x.).-[Presb.
Reg., Tombst., &c.]
1798. DAVID RITCHIE, a native of Methven, and for some years schoolmaster of Trinity Gask.
When attending the Humanity Class in the Univ. of St. Andrews, he distinguished himself by
his translations from English into Latin, and obtained a premium. Proposed for trials by the
Rev. James Scott, and licen. by the Presb. of Perth 24th June 1789, ord, by the Presb. of
Edinburgh 26th April 1797, as Chaplain to the first batt. of 2nd regiment Edin. Volunteers,
which brought him under the notice of the Right Hon. Charles Hope, Lord Advocate, who
interested himself much in his welfare; pres.by Sir John Clerk of Pennycuick, Bart, in Jan., and
adm. (assist. and suc.) 2d Feb. 1798; demitted (which was accepted) 2nd Oct. following.—
[Presb. Reg., New St. Acc. x., &c.]
1799. THOMAS CoulSTON, a native of Dunfermline, and licen, by the Presb. there 5th May
1795, pres, by the tutor for Sir George Clerk of Pennycuick, Bart, in Oct. 1798, and ord, (assist.
and suc.) 12th March thereafter ; died unmarried 13th March 1829, in 66th age, and 31st
min.—[Presb. Reg.]
1830. WILLIAM Scott MonCRIEFF, son of Will. Scott M., Esq. of Fossaway, licen, by the
Presb. of Edinburgh 10th Dec. 1828, pres, by Sir George Clerk of Pennycuick, Bart. in Sept.
1829, and ord, 4th Feb. following ; he demitted on account of ill health, which was accepted,
18th Oct. 1853, and died at Edinburgh 18th Feb. 1857, in 28th min. He marr. 23d Oct.
1832, Hectorina Robertson, who died 19th Jan. 1837; 2ndly, 6th April 1841, Mary, daugh.
of John Irving, Esq., W.S., and had issue.—Publication—Account of the parish (New St. Acc. i.)
—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.]
MOUNT LOTHIAN.
The church was dedicated to St Mary, and previous to the Reformation belonged to the Abbey of Holy-
rood. The parish was annexed to Penicuik in 1635.
ST KATHARINE OF THE HOPES
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Abbey of Holyrood. The parish was annexed to
Penicuik in 1635. The place where the church stood is now covered by the reservoir on Logan water,
belonging to the Edinburgh Water Company.
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TEMPLE
Was originally the church of the Knights Templars. After their dissolution, and previous to the Reforma-
tion it belonged to the Preceptory of St John at Torphichen.
1567. WILLIAM HUDsoun, having for stipend iiij merks, with the thryd of the vicarage
extending to iij ii. vis. viijd ; became Reader 1574, and died (before 2d Jan.) 1577-LReg.
Min., Pres, and Assig., Wodrow Miscell, New St. Acc.]
1590. WILLIAM HAy, imbruiked 20th Jan–I Presb. Reg.]
1590. GEORGE HAISTIE, A.M., one of the original students in the Univ. of Edinburgh, where
he took his degree at the first laureation under Rollock, 9th Aug. 1587, elected Regent or
Master of the High School of Edin. 26th Feb. 1588, and was desired by the par. 24th Feb. 1590.
In 1591 he also held the grammar school of Dalkeith : continued in 1594, but retired, having
had xj merks yearly for his lyf tyme, from Will, Earl of Morton, 16th Feb. 1589, for which he
gave a receipt as schoolmaster at Dalkeith 26th May 1602. He subsequently became an indweller
in Canongate, and died 21st April 1606, aged about 39. His hous maill for that year amounted
to xlii, and his Frie Geir, d.d., to iij IXxviijli, vijs. viiij, leaving his bairns, Henry, William,
Margaret, Bessie, and Gerwka to the care of John H., schoolmaster in Canongate, his brother.—
[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, and Assig., Edin. Presb., and Test. Reg., Lochleven Pap., Steven's
High School, Wew St. Acc.] &
1595. JAMES HAISTIE, A.M.,trans.fr. Soutra, brother of the preceding, died in June 1 620,aged
about 53.—[Reg. Assig., Presb., and Test. Reg., Lochleven Pap., Calderwood's Hist., Wew St. Acc.]
1620. THOMAS CoPLAND, A.M., trans. fr. Reidkirk, pres. by the laird of Temple in March, coll.
20th, and inst. 25th July. In 1617 the par. had “thrie hundreth commwnicantis.” Mr. C.
died in Aug. 1631, aged about 49. He marr., 4th Feb. 1621, Margaret Hepburn, of Edinburgh,
who died 26th July 1631, and had a son, Patrick, who was served heir 5th March 1633,
and two daugh., Margaret and Marie, to whom George Hepburn, in Newton, was nearest of
kin.—[Presb., Canongate Sess., and Test. Reg., Staff. Reports 1627, Ing. Ret. Edin. 716, Wew
St. Acc.] *
1632. Robert CoupeR, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews
in 1622, pres. by the laird of Corstorphine, ord-and inst, 30th Sept. 1632; died in 1655,
aged about 53, in 23d min. His brother's son, Robert C., writer, Edinburgh, became execu-
tor.—[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb., Syn., and Test. Reg., Reg. Old Dec. i., Wew St. Acc.]
1656. ROBERT MoWAT, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1646,
called in July, and ord, 31st Oct. 1656 ; deprived by the Acts of Parliament 11th June, and
of Privy Council Ist Oct. 1662–LMwn. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb., and Edin. Counc. Reg. xxxi.,
Wodrow’s Hist., Wew St. Acc.]
1663. RoBERT SPOTswooD, A.M., obtained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1654, ord.
and coll. 12th June 1663; the Bishop and Presb. finding that Mr S. is like to have little
peace, by reason of differences betwixt him and his heritors, have therefore trans. him to
Crichton 17th August 1676–LMun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Reg. Collat., Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc.]
308 PRESBYTERY OF DALKEITH.
1676. PATRICK TRENT, A.M., trans. fr. Crichton, pres, by Robert, Earl of Lothian —,
coll. —, inst. 8th, and adm. 28th Sept.; deprived for not taking the Test in 1681–LPresb.
Reg., Reg. Old Dec. i., Wodrow’s Hist, New St. Acc.]
1682. ALEXANDER BURGESS, A.M., a native of Banffsh, studied and acquired his degree at
the Univ. and King's College, Aberdeen, 7th July 1677, pres, by Sir Patrick Murray of
Deuchar in Sept., and inst. 14th Oct. 1682; deprived by the Act of Parliament 25th April
1690, restoring the Presbyterian ministers—[Fasti Aberd, Presb. Reg., MS. Acc. of Min.
1689, Rule's Sec. Vindication, Wew St. Acc.]
1690, ROBERT MoWAT, A.M., above-mentioned, lately of Heriot, returned to a meeting-
house at Nicolson (now Rosebery) in 1687, and was restored by the Act 25th April 1690;
being old and infirm, he demitted in favour of Mr Walker, and died in Edinburgh 3d Feb.
1692, aged about 66, in 36th min.—[Syn., and Edin. Reg. (Bur), MS. Acc. of Min. 1689,
Rule's Sec. Windication, New St. Acc.]
1690. DAVID WALKER, son of a farmer in Leslie, Fifesh., a probationer at the first Meeting
of Presbyterian min. in the Synod after the Toleration, 6th July 1687. Had his testimonials
approved 29th Feb. following, called —, and ord, (colleague, in the meeting-honse at Nicolson)
14th Nov. 1688, entered the church in June 1690, had a corroborating call 17th July 1692,
was a member of Assembly same year, and died 14th Aug. 1737, in 49th min. While con-
scientious and sincere, he possessed solid knowledge, and was well skilled in Church discipline.
He marr. Margaret Paterson, and had three sons in the ministry of Abdie, Dundonald, and
Temple, besides David, Margaret, Anna, and Cirstain.—[Syn., Sess, and Presb. Reg., Wodrow's
Anal, and MSS., . Reg. Gen. Ass., Rule's Sec. Windication, Fraser on Sanctification, Lindsay's
Lives, ii., New St. Acc.]
1738. ARCHIBALD WALKER, son of the preceding, licen. by the Presb. 26th April 1732,
pres, by the Hon. Robert Dundas of Arniston —, and ord, 28th Sept. 1738; died 29th Jan.
1760, in 58th age, and 22d min. He marr. 13th Oct. 1741, Elizabeth daugh. of William
Carlyle, merchant, Glasgow, she died 23d Feb. 1756, leaving issue—[Presb. Reg., Carlyle's
Autob., New St. Acc.]
1760. Jose.PH M*CORMICK, A.M., trans. fr. Kilmany, pres, by Robert Hepburn, Esq. of
Baads, 4th and 5th July, and adm. 21st Nov. ; had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of St. An-
drews 10th May 1766, and was trans. to Prestonpans 11th Dec. 1770–LPresb, and St. And.
Univ. Reg.]
1771. JoHN GOLDIE, trans. from Penicuik, pres, by Robert Hepburn, Esq. of Clerkington,
28th June, and adm. 18th Oct. ; died 18th Aug. 1788, in his 61st year, and 33d min., “a
superior preacher.” He marr., 19th Feb. 1759, Elizabeth, daugh. of Capt. Nelson, Berwick-
upon-Tweed; she died 4th March 1792, leaving a son and four daugh., all of whom died
unmarried.—[Presb. Reg., Tombst., Wew St. Acc.]
1789. JAMES GOLDIE, son of the preceding, licen, by the Presb. 4th Sept. 1787, pres, by
Robert Dundas, Esq. of Arniston, his Majesty's Solicitor-General, in Jan., and ord. 11th Sept.
1789. During the war with France, when invasion was feared, he enrolled as a private in the
Mid-Lothian Regt, of Volunteers. He died 24th Dec. 1847, in 85th age, and 59th min. Dying
without any known relative, the Ann, fell to her Majesty, who bestowed it by gift on the
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Rev. Theophilus Smith, his assist. and successor. He founded a school at Toxside, a distant
part of the parish. Getting land for a site from the proprietor, he completed the erection at
his own expense, and provided a perpetual Salary for the teacher; he also bequeathed a con-
siderable sum to the Schemes of the Church, and devolved a salmon fishing on the Tweed
and the remainder of his property to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.-Publications—Ac-
counts of the Parish (Sinclair's Xvi., and New St. Acc. i., having been assisted in the first by
Mr. Robert Heron, of literary notoriety)—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., New St. Acc., &c.]
MUIRFOOT, or MORFAT, originALLY MORTHWAIT,
- Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Abbey of Newbattle. The parish was united
to Temple by the Presb. 29th March 1593, and by decree of the Plat in 1618. -
CLERKINGTON,
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Abbey of Newbattle. The parish was united to x
Temple by the Presb. 29th March 1593, and by decree of the Plat in 1618.
1590. JAMES HAISTIE, A.M., Reader in 1576, one of the original students at the Univ. of
Edinburgh, where he was laureated by Rollock 9th Aug. 1587, imbruiked 20th Jan. 1590.
He had also charge of Mont-Lothian and Morfoot ; continued in 1591, demitted the Vicar-
age of Temple 10th June, and was trans, to Fala same year.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, Min.,
and Assig., Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc.]
SUCCESSION OF MINISTERS SINCE JUNE 1839.
Bage.
265 Dalkeith, 1841. Joseph Rogers Duncan.
1843. Norman M*Leod.
1851. Robert Wright, D.D.
West, g. s. 1854. James Reid.
1856. John Anderson, A.M.
1863. James Lamont.
269 Borthwick, 1841. James Smith.
1844. James Souter, A.M.
1846. Cathcart Leslie.
1856, James Reid.
1860. Walter Waddell.
271 Carrington, 1843. John Lochtie, A.M.
1864. William Granville Core, A.M.
274 Cockpen, 1844. William Davidson, A.M. \
- - 1851. John Stenhouse Muir.
276 Cranston, 1859. Thomas Brown William Niven.
278 Crichton, 1840. John Crawford.
1864. Henry Duncan.
280 Fala, 1843. Thomas Monro, A.M.
310
BRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
Page
1844. James Ingram, A.M.
1861. John Fernie Thomson.
284 Heriot, 1843. Robert Wright.
1846. George Simmie Smith, A.M.
289 Northesk, g. s. 1845. John Robin.
1850. William Lambie Nelson, LL.D.
1853. William Dobie.
1859. John Falconer.
1865. Henry Moncreiff M'Gill, A.B.
292 Roslin, g. s. 1848. William Kirkton.
1851. Archibald Stirling.
1864. John Henderson.
297 Newbattle, 1840. James Veitch.
1843. Thomas Gordon.
Stobhill, q, 8. 1859. John Dawson.
1860. Charles Findlater Stevenson.
300 Newton, 1863. Malcolm Macgregor.
303 Ormiston, 1843. Robert Wodrow Thomson.
1861. William Taylor Williamson, A.M.
306 Penicuik, 1854. John Macalister Thomson, A.M.
1856. John Home.
1864. William Malcolm Imrie.
309 Temple, - 1839. William Muir.
1843. Theophilus Smith.
PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON,
Proposed to be erected by the Gen. Assembly April 1581. The Register begins 6th Sept. 1587, and is
contained in twelve volumes, having chasms from 20th Dec. 1587 to 27th July 1589, 31st Oct. 1599 to
11th June 1600, 26th May 1603 to 11th April 1604, 12th Oct. 1608 to 30th Oct. 1612, 7th Oct. 1686
to 21st Nov. 1694. It may also be mentioned that the Presbytery had no meeting from 17th July 1650
to 13th Aug. 1651, “in respect of the present troubles and violence of warre.”
ELAT) DINGTON.
The church was dedicated to St. Mary, and previous to the Reformation belonged to the Priory of St
Andrews.
1562. PATRICK CoCKBURN, son of C. of Langton, entered into holy orders when young, was
Rector of Pettiky (understood to be Petcoks), went to the Univ. of Paris, and taught with
much approbation the Oriental languages; but embracing the Protestant faith, he returned to
his native country, and was settled here about 1562. He was appointed by the Assembly 4th
July of that year to supply with others the unplanted kirks of the Merse, month about, and
was on the leet for the Superintendency of Jedburgh 29th Dec. following. The chaplaincy of
Trinity aisle was granted to him 29th Sept. 1563. Complaints were made against him in the
Assembly 29th June 1564 that he neither attended the Provincial nor General Assemblies.
In 1567 he had for stipend viºli., and died in the following year—Publications—Oratio de
Utilitate et Excellentia Verbi Dei. Paris, 1551, 8vo. De Vulgari Sacrae Scripturæ Phrasi.
Baris 1552, 8vo. In Orationem Dominicam pia. Meditatio. St. Andrews, 1555, 12mo. In
Symbolum Apostolicum, Comment. Lond. 1561, 4to.—[Archæol. Scot. i., Booke of the Kirk,
Calderwood's Hist, Reg. Min, Dempsteri Hist. Eccl., Playfair's Baronet. ii., New St. Acc., dºc.]
1570. JAMES CARMICHAEL, A.M., studied at St Leonard's College, and attained his degree at
the Univ. of St Andrews about 1564, and was Master of the Grammar School in St. Andrews
prior to July 1570. Entered 27th August of that year, officiating also as schoolmaster from
16th April 1572, with a salary of xli., but the Town Council, 28th May 1574, resolved
“that in no time coming the minister of the kirk should be admitted schoolmaster of the
burgh,” he therefore relinquished that appointment 15th Nov. 1576, getting jºli as compensa-
tion. He took an active part in the business of the Kirk, and signed the articles penned by
the Synod and presented by the Superintendent to the Assembly in March 1572. In 1574,
Boltoun, Elstanefuird, and St Martinis kirk were also in the charge, with a stipend of jº lxii;
in March of that year he was appointed by the Assembly one of four for preparing the Acts
of the Kirk for more general use, and also one of six for overseeing every book before it be
printed. In 1577 the Assembly appointed him one of five for revising the Second Book of
Discipline. He was pres. to the Vicarage by his Majesty 27th May 1581, but he was com-
pelled to flee and take shelter in England in 1584 from being friendly to those who had taken
2 R. *
312 PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
the castle of Stirling by surprise. Turing the fourteen years he held the charge he was a
member of no fewer than twelve Gen. Assemblies.-LReg. Min., Assig., and Pres., Test. Reg.,
M'Crie's Melville ii., Booke of the Kirk, Spotswood, and Calderwood's Hist., Wodrow, and
Maitland Miscell. ii., New St. Acc.]
1585. John KER, from St. Andrews, elected Schoolmaster 19th June 1579, with lx ſisalary,
and iiijs. yearly for ilk bairn; he still retained the office of schoolmaster; and when he
preached at a Presbyterial visitation in 1587, there were only about thirty persons present ;
it was then stated that the “principall part of the towne come not to the kirk, and the gentle-
men in landwart, cam never bot to baptisme or marriage ;” trans. to Aberlady about 1587.-
[Reg. Assig., Presb. Reg., Bacheq. Buik, &c.] - -
1588. JAMES CARMICHAEL, A.M., above mentioned, returned. He was commissioned with
others in 1589, by his Majesty, for making suitable provision for, and trial of those having
benefices. In 1592 he was appointed agent till next Assembly to attend a weekly council at
Edinburgh regarding the practices of Papists, and such as favoured them. From 1592 to
1595 he was engaged in abridging the Acts of Assembly. While acting as one of the Com-
missioners of Assembly he was charged by his Majesty 24th Nov. 1596 to return to his paro-
chial cure under pain of rebellion. He was named constant Moderator of the Presb. by the
Assembly 1606, and they were charged 25th Jan. following, under similar pains, to receive
him within twenty-four hours after notice. He died, between 28th May and 24th Sept.,
1628, aged 85, in 58th min. He had active habits, a talent for public business, and was a per-
son of great natural and acquired abilities. He marr. and had two sons, Nathaniel and James
min. of Athelstanford.—Publications—Grammaticæ Latinae de Etymologiae lib. secundus Cantab.
1587, 4to; a Poem (prefixed to Skene's Regiam Majestatem, of which he corrected the press
at the request of the Privy Council); Correspondence (Wodrow Miscell, and Calderwood's
Hist. iv. v.)—Reg. Assig., Presb., Test, and Priv. Counc. Reg., Eacheq. Buik, Lochleven Pap.,
Calderwood's Hist, Melville's Autob., Acts Parl. iii. iv., Wodrow, and Bannatyne Miscell. iii.,
M'Crie's Melville, dºc.] - -
1629. ALEXANDER HAMILTON, A.M., trans. fr. Kilmacolm, coll. —, and inst. 2nd Dec. ;
died 30th Dec. 1645, aged about 40, in 17th min. His librarie was estimat at ii” xiiii, the
insicht at j"j" xxxviiili, Inventar and debts xv.” jºxxviii. xiijs. iiijd. He marr. Marion Mure,
who died 27th June 1643, and had Robert, Barbara, Alexander, Eupham, Thomas, George,
Barbara, Anna, and Elizabeth, who marr. Will. Mitchelson, merchant burgess of Edinburgh,
—[Presb., Sess., and Test. Reg., Sed-Book of Teinds, Archaeol. Scot. i.
1647. RoPERT KER, A.M., trans. from Prestonpans, pres. by John, Earl of Haddington in
April 1646, adm. 21st April after; was a member of the Commissions of Assembly 1647,
1648, and of the Commission for visiting the Univ. of Edinburgh 31st July 1649; he did not
conform, but was permitted to remain through the influence of John, Duke of Lauderdale, and
died 1st Feb. 1677, in his 68th year and 39th min. “Ingenii acumine, animi candore, vitae in-
tegritate, consilii prudentia, morum suavitate, constantiae inter paucos firmitate, ministerii effi-
cacia, in Sanandis conscientiae morbis dexteritate singulari.” He marr. Jeane Ramsay, and had
Margaret, John, William, George, Anna, Jeane, Helener, and Robert. [Presb., Syn., and
Sess. Reg., Nicoll's Diary, Kirkton, and Wodrow’s Hist, Acts Parl. vi. vii., Baillie's Lett, Mon-
teith's Mort, Archaeol. Scot. i.]
HADDINGTON. 313
1678. JAMES FORMAN, A.M., trans. fr. 2d Charge, adm. after 4th April; died 3d Dec.
1702, in 59th age and 37th min. A strenuous attempt was made by a party to have an
Episc. successor, which was prevented by the Privy Council. He marr. Agnes Trent and
had an only daugh. Christian, who marr. Roger Hepburn, advocate.—[Presb., and Sess. Reg.,
Old Dec. i., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689, Monteith's Mort, Rule's Sec. Windication, Archaeol. Scot.
i., &c.] -*
1704. JoHN CURRIE, trans. fr. Oldhamstocks, called 25th May 1703, and 11th Jan. 1704,
and adm. 29th June following ; he was called to Edinburgh 11th Oct. following, but his trans.
was refused. The Commission of Assembly in 1710 recommended he should get a helper,
which was rendered unnecessary by the death of his Episc, colleague in 1711. Mr. C. was
elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly 14th April 1709, and died 18th June 1720, in 26th
min. He was a fluent preacher, of peaceable moderate principles in church polity, and altogether
a valuable person. He left a sum of money to the poor of Ochiltree, his native parish, and
marr. 26th Nov. 1703 Sarah daugh. of Mr. Arch. Riddel, min. of Edinburgh, and had John,
merchant in Jamaica ; Walter, and Isobel, spouse of Tho. Elliot, writer, Edinburgh--[Presb.,
Syn., Oldhamstocks Sess., and Edin. Reg. (Marr., and Bur), Wodrow MSS., &c.]
1721. PATRICK WILKIE, A.M., trans, from 2nd charge, pres. by Charles, Earl of Hopetoun,
in March and adm. 4th April; in 1750 the communion was not celebrated “owing to the roof
being off the church.” Mr. W. died 31st July 1771, in his 87th year and 58th min. He
marr, and left a son, James, of Gilkreston, Esq., &c.—[Presb. Reg., Archaeol. Scot. i., Carlyle's
Autob., &c.] -
1772. GEORGE BARCLAY, of Middleton, trans. fr. 2nd charge, pres. by John, Earl of Hope-
toun in Jan., and adm. 17th March. Had D.D. from the Univ. of Edinburgh 12th Nov. 1773
and died 2nd Dec. 1795, in 64th age and 37th min. He marr. 11th July 1763 Margaret,
daugh. of Mr John Yair, bookseller, Edin, she died 6th May 1828, and had John. and Agnes,
who marr. the Rev. And. Bell, of Egmore, D.D., founder of the Madras Institutions.—Publi-
cation—Account of the parish (Archaeol. Scot. i., Sinclair's St. Acc. vi.)—[Presb. Reg., Edin.
Grad., Tombst. &c.]
1796. ROBERT LORIMER, LL.D., son of Robert L., in the par. of Kirkconnell, tutor in the
family of Grant of Rothiemurcus, licen. by the Presb. of Abernethy, ord, by the Presb. of Pen-
pont 13th July 1793 as Chaplain to the 7th Fencibles, had his degree from the Univ. of Glas-
gow, pres, by James, Earl of Hopetoun in Feb., and adm. 16th June 1796; on joining the Free
Secession he was declared no longer a min. of this Church 7th June 1843, and died 9th Nov.
1848, in his 84th year and 56th min. He marr. 6th July 1801 Elizabeth, daugh. of John
Gordon, Esq., of Balmoor, W.S., and had Dr Robert, surgeon, Haddington, John Gordon, one
of the min. of Glasgow, &c.—Publications—Two single Sermons, Edin. 1813-1829, 8vo;
Character of the Rev. Tho. Davidson of Muirhouse, D.D. (Muirhead's Serm.)—[Presb, and
Syn. Reg., &c.] -
SECOND CHARGE.
Proposed 2nd July 1595, found necessary by the Presb. 12th July 1598, but not fully established till 16th
Sept. 1635. -
314 PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
1636. WILLIAM TRENT, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 29th
July 1626, licen. by the Presb. of Dalkeith 15th April 1630, adm. 6th July 1636; died in Feb.
1675, aged about 69, in 39th min. He marr. Cristina Smith, who survived him, and had
Agnes, Patrick (min. of Culter), Marion, Cristian, Elizabeth, Archibald, Helen, William, and
Marie—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Old Dec. i., Presb., and Sess. Reg., Archaeol. Scot. i., Chalmers'
Caled. ii.
1676. JAMES FoRMAN, A.M., trans. from Middlebie, adm. 20th April ; trans, to 1st charge
(after 4th April) 1678.—[Presb. Reg., Archæol. Scot. i., Monteith's Mort.] .
1681. JAMES GRAY, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 20th
March 1671, passed trials before the Presb. and got a testimonial 22d May 1679, for licence,
for secondary trials, and got another 9th Dec. 1680 for ordination, the right of patronage hav-
ing been tried between Charles, Earl of Haddington and the Town, the Court of Session de-
cided in favour of the former 18th Nov. ; adm. and inst. 20th Jan. 1681; deprived on ac-
count of refusing the Test same year.—[Edin. Grad., Presb. Reg., Fountainhall's Dec. i., Connell
on Par. Law, Archaeol. Scot. i.)
1683. WILLIAM DENUNE, A.M., second son of Norman D., of the family of Catbole, studied
and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh in 1675, ord, between 26th April and 31st
May 1683; trans, to Pencaitland in 1685.--Douglas's Baronage, Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg.,
Archaeol. Scot. i.]
1685. GEORGE DUNBAR, A.M., trans, fr. Kilmaurs, adm. (before 12th Nov.); notwith-
standing his being Episcopal, he was allowed to preach on alternate diets in the church, till he
died 23rd Oct. 1711, in his 63rd year. He marr. Margaret Robertson, who died 6th April
1704, aged 36, and had a daugh. Margaret and others—[Presb. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689,
Archaeol. Scot. i., Rule's Sec. Windicat., Tombst.] -
1713. PATRICK WILKIE, A.M., youngest son of John W., Edinburgh, descended from the
family of Rathobyres, studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 11th
May 1704, became chaplain to the laird of Dunearn, licen. by the Presb. of Dunfermline 7th
March 1711, ord. 5th May 1713; trans. to 1st charge in 1721–LMS. Geneal. of Liston,
Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Presb. Reg., Archaeol. Scot. i., &c.]
1722. ROBERT PATOUN, A.M., eldest son of Mr. Rob. P., one of min. of Dumfries, studied
and was graduated at the Univ. of Glasgow 11th May 1710, licen. by the Presb. of Dunbar
12th July 1721, pres, by Charles, Earl of Hopetoun in Oct. following, ord, 18th Jan. 1722;
having made himself uneasy with his colleague and the magistrates by mixing himself up with
their elections, he was trans, to Renfrew 25th Nov. 1730–LMun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb.,
and Test. Reg. (Dumf), Wodrow's Anal., Archaeol. Scot, i.]
1731. EDWARD STEDMAN, chaplain to Charles, Earl of Hopetoun, licen. by the Presb. of
Linlithgow 25th Sept. 1728, pres. by his Lordship in April, and ord, 16th Sept. 1731 ; died
9th June 1756, in 25th min. He was a “man of first-rate ability, and the leader of the
presbytery. With the sombre constrained air of a Jesuit, or an old covenanter, he had an
enlightened and ardent mind, and comprehended all things human and divine.” He marr. in
1745 Janet Wilkie, who marr, again in 1763–|Presb., and Syn. Reg., Carlyle's Autob.,
Archaeol. Scot. i., &c.]
HADDINGTON - 315
1757. DAVID WARK, proposed 1st May, and licen. by the Presb. 4th Sept. 1750, pres, by
John, Earl of Hopetoun, 30th Nov. 1756, and ord, 9th June thereafter. Had D.D. from
the Univ. of Edinburgh 15th March 1763, and represented to the Presb. 24th Sept.
1765 that the state of his health required he should go abroad again before the winter, he
died at Thoulouse 14th Jan. 1766, in 9th min. He was so much attached to the study of
Natural Philosophy, that on one occasion there was no sermon, as he had gone to the Skid-hill
to see an eclipse.—Publications—On the use of Furze in fencing the banks of rivers (Phil.
Trans. xi.), Method of determining the strength and duration of earthquakes, (Essays Physical
and Literary iii.)—[Presb., Reg., Archaeol. Scot. i., &c.]
1766. GEORGE BARCLAY, trans. from Hutton and Corrie, pres, by John, Earl of Hopetoun,
in March, and admitted 17th July ; trans. to 1st charge in 1772–LPresb., and Syn. Reg.,
Archaeol. Scot, i.]
1772. RoBERT SCOT, a native of Banffshire, and for eleven years private tutor in the noble
family of Hopetoun, licen, by the Presb. of Linlithgow 25th March 1772, pres, by John,
Earl of Hopetoun in July, and ord. 24th Oct. Same year ; died 17th August 1807, in 77th
age and 35th min. He was a man of inflexible integrity, much kindness of heart, no incon-
siderable wit, and a good classical scholar, who used to correspond in Latin with his copresby-
ter, Dr. Roy. He marr. Jane Elliot, who died in childbed; 2dly, 10th Nov. 1775 Margaret,
daugh. of Mr. Sheriff, farmer, Dremhills, she died 6th July 1826, and had three sons and
two daugh, Robert, major-gen. H.E.I.C.S. ; William, Surgeon and secretary to the Medical
Board, Madras; David, died in India in early life; Mary; and Margaret Lindsay, who marr.
Dav. Skirving, Esq., Garleton.-[Presb, and Athelstanford Sess. Reg., Archaeol. Scot. i., &c.]
1808. WILLIAM SIBBALD, D.D., trans. fr. Johnston, pres, by James, Earl of Hopetoun in Dec.
1807, adm. 4th Aug. following ; died 4th June 1833, in his 73d year and 48th min. He
marr. 28th Aug. 1786 Frances Davies, daugh. of Tho. Bontein, Esq. of Jamaica, she died 18th
June 1836, and had four sons and four daugh. James Hope, min, of Cranshaws ; William, a
lieutenant in the army; Thomas ; Robert, a surgeon ; Helen (marr. Will. Grierson, Esq. of
Baitford, merchant, Dumfries), Frances (marr. John Coldstream, surgeon 26th Foot), Jemima,
and — (who marr, the Rev. John Robertson, min. of Houndwood).--—Publications—Two
single Sermons, Dumfries, 1793-1807, 8vo; Account of Johnston (Sinclair's St. Acc. iv.)—
[Presb. Reg. &c.]
1833. JoHN COOK, A.M., trans. from Cults, pres. by John, Earl of Hopetoun in July, and
adm. 19th Dec.; suspended by the Gen. Assembly 10th May 1842 from his judicial functions
as a member of Presb. and other superior judicatories, till after the first Wednesday of March
following, for holding communion with the ministers of Strathbogie ; trans, to the 1st charge,
and adm. 20th June 1843. Had D.D. from the Univ. of St. Andrews same year. He was
appointed by the Gen. Assembly convener of their Committee for increasing the means of
Education and Religious Instruction in Scotland, 27th May 1854, Sub-Clerk to the Assembly
25th May 1859, Principal Clerk 22d May 1862, and elected Moderator 24th May 1866. He
marr. 14th July 1840 a daugh. of Henry Davidson, Esq., writer, Haddington, she died 3rd
Jan. 1850, and has three daughters.-Publications—Styles of Writs, and Forms of Procedure
in the Church Courts of Scotland, Edin. 1850, 8vo, Letter to an M.P. on the Parochial Schools
of Scotland, Edin, 1854, 8vo.—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Acts of Ass., 1842, dºc.]
316 PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
ST. MARTIN’S.
Formerly belonged to the Bernardine nunnery at Haddington.
1603. GEORGE GREIR, A.M., was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 10th Aug. 1595, on
the Exercise there, and authorised to teach in the New Kirk of Edinburgh during the plea-
sure of the Town Council, &c., 18th Dec. 1599, he was earnestly sought to be one of their
min. by the city of Aberdeen same year, but declined ; named by the Gen. Assembly 15th
May 1601 to be planted in Nithsdale ; had a testimonial 9th Dec. following; was nominated
by the Town Council, &c., 2d of said month, and adm. (between 5th and 26th) January 1603.
He received a letter as Moderator of Synod from the Privy Council, appointing their meeting to
be kept 4th Aug., on which he consulted the Presb. 15th July 1607, who advised “he sould
send ane letter to ewerie presbyterie of the Province to see quhat they purposit to follow.”
The Presb. of Edinburgh thocht meit to keip ane fast quherin a blessing sould be crewit of God
to our meittingis, the Lord's day (16th) immediatlie preceding. The meeting of Synod was held
on 18th Aug., when Mr. G., in his opening discourse, stated “that a constant Moderator was
the first steppe to the Popedome ;” the meeting adjourned till 27th Oct., when the moderator
elected refused to accept, and they were dissolved. He was one of fifty-five min. who signed
the Protestation for the Liberties of the Kirk, 27th June 1617, was a member of the Assem-
bly at Perth in 1618, where he gave annoyance to the Archbishop, was summoned before the
High Commission 17th Jan. 1620, for not preaching on the holy days, and not ministering the
communion agreeably to the Articles of that meeting. Through the mediation of Thomas Earl
of Melrose, however, these proceedings were carried no farther. He died (between 10th Jan.
and 7th May) 1628, aged about 53. His librarie and buikes were estimat to v", merks, uten-
cils, &c., xii. Awand for a year's house mail, xlii., to an apothecar in Haddington for drugs,
&c., xxixli. xiijs. iiijd. Frie geir, d.d., jºxixli. viijs. iiijd., at which time he had a gleib, one
one man and two women servants. He marr. Elizabeth Lowsone, who died 26th Dec. 1613;
2dly, Isobell Hepburne, who died 18th Oct. 1615; 3dly, Marie Lawder, who survived him,
and had Agnes, and George, to whom he left his librarie, “for I craive nocht my buikis to be
sauld till it be seine quhither he wil be an scholler or nocht.”—[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin., Presb.,
Sess., and Test. Reg., Burgh Rec. Aberd. ii., Booke of the Kirk, Calderwood's Hist, Living-
stone's Charac., Orig. Lett. ii., Wew St. Acc., &c.]
[A presentation was issued in favour of Mr. ARCHIBALD SyD, min. of Newlands, and an
edict served for his admission on the 14th Oct. 1629, but a letter was read from the Bishop,
7th previous, stating my Lord Lauderdaill and Lady Clerkington by their commissioners
compeired and objected there wes ane clear Act of Parliament in the contrair, “that it
wes no paroch kirk, neither could be.” Others desyre it might be ane. Mr. Arch. whose
settlement was proposed, was ordained, therefore, 25th Nov. following to preach no more
in St. Martin’s-Presb. Reg.]
ABERLADY. 317
ST. JOHN’S,
Constituted a quoad sacra parish by the Commission of Assembly 29th May, and opened 9th Sept. 1838.
1839. JoHN WALLACE WRIGHT, licen. by the Presb. of Dunblane Ist Nov. 1836, became
assist, to the Rev. James Clason, Ratho, elected 21st Jan., and ord; 18th April 1839. On
joining in the Free Secession, and signing the deed of Demission, he was declared no longer a
min. of this Church, 13th June 1843.−|Presb., Reg.] -
ABERLADY,
Formerly a prebendary and memsal church of the Bishop of Dunkeld.
1587. JoHN KER, trans. fr. Haddington; deposed by the Commission of Assembly for trial
of ministers 30th July 1589, being in his doctrine “cauld and not edificative,” his par-
ishioners complain of his frequenting “the commown oistlar houses daylie to his four houres,”
and of his being non-resident ; to which he replied, “that they had provided him with neither
manse nor stipend,” zit the brethren jugeis that occupyit with his book he may be better heir-
after. He still retained the office of schoolmaster of Haddington, and demitted it 19th May
1591, getting jºli for his support to help to pay his debts, above that allowed for his salary
and house-maill. He returned same year, was pres. to the Vicarage by James VI. in Nov.
1593; and died (between 3d Aug, and 11th Nov.) 1601. Margaret Dowglas, widow.—[Presb.,
and Edin. Presb. Reg., Reg. Assig., Pres., (and Caut), Wodrow Miscell, Booke of the Kirk,
M'Crie's Melville ii.] -
1602. ANDREW BLAKHALL, A.M., trans. fr. Glencross, pres, to the Vicarage by James VI.
12th Dec. 1601, adm. 22d April following. In 1608 Will. Stewart was called before the
Presb. 20th Sept., “and accusit both for revyling his pastor, and aimmassing to bereave him
of his lyff, presenting a fork to his bellie, and uttering thir words, he suld aither haif his lyff,
or he his, he obstinatlye denyit all, quhairvpon it is referrit to Mr Andro's probatione.” He had
a gift for lyff from his Majesty, 13th Feb. 1612, of the few duties of the Frier-land of Lufness,
extending to xx merks allanerlie. He was a member of the Commissions of Assembly 1642-
1645, and died before 19th Nov. Same year, aged about 70, in 47th min.-LReg. Pres, and
Assig., Presb., and Syn. Reg., Calderwood's Hist, Livingston's Charac, and Baillie's Lett, &c.]
1646. ANDREW MAKGHIE, A.M., Son of Mr Andrew M., min. of Dirleton, studied and was
laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 20th July 1638, pres. to Lamington by William, Earl of
Angus in Nov. 1643, being keenly, opposed, however, by the lady of a competing patron, and
other women, he relinquished it on the appearance of an opening here ; was nominated by the
Presb. 10th Dec. 1645 (the patronage was claimed by Sir Patrick Douglas of Kilspindie, who
is informed, lest he should think his rights prejudiced, that he too might present Mr. Andrew,
who, besides being named on deathbed by the late incumbent, is universally acceptable to the
parishioners), adm. 1st April, coll, 7th, and inst. 19th Oct. 1646; he was a prisoner in
3.18 PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
England 4th Jan. 1652; pres, by Henry, Bishop of Dunkeld in 1662 ; died in Aug. 1680,
aged about 62, in 35th min., leaving a son, who succeeded to the cure.—[Reg. Laur. Univ.
Hºdin., and Old Dec. iii., Presb., Lanark, and Biggar Presb. Reg., Connell on Tithes iii., New
St. Acc. vi.]
1682. WILLIAM MAKGHIE, A.M., son of the preceding, studied at St Salvator's College, and
took his degree at the Univ. of St Andrews 25th July 1676, passed trials before the Presb.
and got a certificate 3d April 1679 for licence, presented the Bishop's letter 29th Aug. 1680,
passed secondary trials and got a testimonial 7th April 1681 for ordination, adm. between 8th
Dec. 1681 and 30th March 1682, inst, before 1st Nov. 1683; and died (between 3d Jan. and
7th Feb) 1684, aged about 28, in 3d min.—[Act. Rect. Univ. St And, Presb. Reg.]
1684. JoHN GRAY, A.M., translated from Glasgow, pres. by , and inst. 8th July; de-
prived by the Privy Council 12th Sept. 1689 for not reading the Proclamation of the Estates,
and not praying for their Majesties William and Mary; died at Haddington 24th Nov. 1717,
in his 71st year and 51st min. He bequeathed his library to the town of Haddington, with 1.
merks a year for making additions, expressly prohibiting members of Presbytery “to take out
books, although they are authorized to peruse them.” Mary Blair, his widow, died at Hadding-
ton 9th May 1729—[Presb., and Test. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689, Tombst., New St Acc.
ii., &c.]
1697. ADAM GLAs, A.M., licen. by the Presb. of Edinburgh, called 11th March, and or-
dained 29th April; having previously done so, he refused to subscribe the Formula at his or-
dination, seeing no need of repeating these engagements, for which he was rebuked by the
Synod, and the Presbytery charged to keep a watchful eye over him, and two others of his
brethren in similar circumstances. He was called to Duffus in Sept. 1698, but his transla-
tion was refused. He and his friends complained to the Gen. Assembly against what they
termed “tyrannical impositions” in 1705, but it was not received, they were ordered to
remove, and only obeyed after a second command from the throne, being hooted and re-
proached as incendiaries by the crowd at the door. From extravagant living he got involved
in debt, was obliged to take shelter in the sanctuary of Holyrood, and after fruitless admoni-
tions from his brethren, he at last deserted his charge, which was declared vacant by the
Presb. 4th Dec. 1711, and on joining the Church of England he was declared by the Synod
24th April 1712, to be no longer in communion with the Church. Having been re-ordained as
a deacon and priest by Henry, Bishop of London, he was inst to the Rectory of Lofthouse in
1712, which he did not long retain, and died before 17th Dec. 1741. He marr. Helen, daugh.
of Capt. Thomas Hamilton of Redhouse, who survived him, and had Thomas, Helen, and others
—Publication—Sermon preached upon Christmas-day, London, 1712, 8vo.—[Presb., Syn., and
Test. Reg., Wodrow MSS., Session Pap., Lett. to a Gent, in Lond, Graves's Hist, of Cleveland.]
1712. ANDREW DICKSON, licen. by the Presb. of Peebles 21st April 1710, called 27th
March, and ord. 18th Sept. 1712; died 2d Jan. 1768, in 56th min. He marr. 24th Oct.
1711 Agnes, daugh, of Mr Walter Burnside, of Whytlaw, and had Adam (min. of Dunse);
2dly, 13th June 1731, Janet, daugh. of James Auchinleck of Woodcockden, she died in 1787.
—[Presb., Syn., and Sess. Reg., Wodrow's Annal., Carlyle's Autob., &c.] -
1770. NEIL Roy, son of John R., gardener, Milton, Carluke, and brother of Mr James R.,
ATHELSTANFORD. 3.19
min. of Prestonpans, and of Major-Gen. William R., the famous civil and military engineer,
studied at the Univ. of Glasgow, where he held a Forfar bursary, licen. by the Presb. of Dun-
barton 26th Sept. 1758, pres. by Charles, Earl of Portmore in June 1768 (settlement delayed in
consequence of a competing presentation from the Crown to Mr Thomas Hepburn, min. of Birsay,
which was decided by the House of Peers in the Earl's favour), ord, 10th May 1770; he got
a new church built in 1773, had D.D. from the Univ. of Glasgow 22d March 1790 ; and
died 11th Jan. 1811, in his 81st year, and 41st min. He was an elegant scholar, accurate
historian, and excellent divine, of mild and benevolent disposition, pleasant and instructive
conversation, with polite and agreeable manners. He marr. 20th Feb. 1772 Magdalen Man-
derston, who died 15th June 1802—Publication—Topographical Description of the Parish
(Archaeol. Scot. i.)—[Presb. Reg., New St. Acc. vi., &c.]
1811. ANDREW KEMP, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews
in 1794, had been tutor in the family of Francis, Earl of Wemyss and March, by whom he was
pres. in Jan., and ord, 26th Sept. 1811; died 2d Oct. 1819, in 55th age and 19th min. He
marr. 18th Jan. 1814 Mary, sister of the Rev. John Henderson, min. of Tranent, she died
27th July 1827, and had a son who entered the medical service of the H.E.I.C.—[St. And.
Univ. Cal., Presb. Reg., &c.]
1820. JoHN SMITH, A.M., trans. fr. Bathgate, pres. by Frances, Earl of Wemyss and March,
25th Jan., and adm. 28th June; died 19th May 1861, in 49th min—Publication—Account
of the parish (New St. Acc. ii.)—[Presb. Reg.] -
ATHELSTANFORD,
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Bernardine nunnery at Haddington.
1601. JoHN GIBSON, brother of James G., min. of Tranent, had been admitted to orders by
the Archbishop of Canterbury, adm. (between 29th April and 20th May); left for lack of pro-
vision 16th Jan. 1605.-[Presb. Reg.] - r
1607. ARCHIBALD LIVINGSTON, A.M., trans. fr. Broughton, adm. 16th March ; pres, to the
Vicarage of St. Martin's by James VI. (before 9th Feb.) 1609, trans, to Salton in 1613.−
[Reg. Assig., and Pres. (Cawt.), Presb. Reg.] -
1614. JAMES CARMICHAL, A.M., son of Mr James C., min. of Haddington, studied and at-
tained his degree at the Univ. of St Andrews in 1606, pres. to the Vicarage and also to the
Vicarage of St Martin's by James VI. 1st Oct. 1613, and adm. 19th June following, inst, 8th
March 1630; continued 14th Jan. 1664, being aged and infirm.—[Reg. Pres, and Assig,
Act. Rect. Univ. St And, Presb., and Dalkeith Presb. Reg., Connell on Tithes iii.]
1656. GEORGE PRINGLE, licen. by the Presb. 12th July 1654, called 2d Dec. 1655, adm.
(assist) 20th March 1656; continued 2d July 1663, but does not appear to have conformed
to Episcopacy.—[Presb. Reg., Connell on Tithes iii.] -
1665. WILLIAM CARMICHEL, A.M., trans, from Wamphray, coll, 22d Feb., pres, by 2
and inst. (after 15th June); deprived for refusing the Test in Dec. 1681–LReg. Collat., Presb.
Reg., Wodrow's Hist.]
2 S
320 PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
1682. WALTER RIG, A.M., formerly of Bathgate, coll. (before 5th), and inst. 19th Aug. ;
died in Feb. 1691, aged about 63, in 26th min. His Frie geir, d.d., amounted to ii” viºxxii vs.
id. He marr. Catherine Mitchell, and had a son, William, and a daug. Sara, who marr. Pat.
Hepburn, writer, Edinburgh.-LPresb, Test, and Edin. Reg. (Bapt.), MS. Acc. of Min. 1689.]
1692. ADAM ALCORNE, A.M., studied at St Salvator's College, and took his degree at the
Univ. of St Andrews 23d July 1674, living in Kelso 5th May 1684, was a preacher 28th
Jan. 1686, and living in the Synod 6th July 1687, ord, (before 10th July) 1692. He had
“never administered the Lord's Supper,” 3d Feb. 1698, and was constantly absent “from
judicatories.” He stated in a letter to the Presb., 3d May 1698, that he had “scruples” which
needed resolving, besides his ordinary indisposition, and asked forbearance. He died in March
1701, aged about 46, in 9th min.—[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb., and Syn. Reg., Wodrow's
Hist.]
1701. JoHN Jon KISON, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 13th
July 1695, licen, by the Presb. of Peebles 9th July 1700, called 25th June, and ord. 18th
Sept. 1701; died 15th Feb. 1730, aged 55, in 29th min. He marr. 7th Oct. 1702, Marion,
daugh. of John Veitch of Dawick, and had two sons and two daugh. Robert, John, Anna, and
Isobel ; 2dly, 27th Jan. 1714, Katherine Cunningham, and had five sons and two daugh.--
[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, Presb., and Sess. Reg., Wodrow's Anal.]
1731. RobºBT BLAIR, son of Mr Dav. B., one of the min. of Edinburgh, licen, by the
Presb. 5th Aug. 1729, having been recommended to them for trials by the Presb. of Hamilton,
pres. by Mr Francis Kinloch, advocate, 11th Aug. 1730, on the application of his nephew, Mr
Home of Eccles, (this is the first instance in the record after the revolution, of a presentation
being lodged previous to a call,) ord, 5th Jan. thereafter; died 4th Feb. 1746, in 47th age and
16th min. He was at once a man of learning, and of elegant taste and manners. Not only was
he a botanist and florist, but he was also master of optical and microscopical knowledge, fervent in
his piety, and assiduous in the discharge of professional duty. His books were chiefly theological,
but of poetical there were Shakspeare's works, 8 vols., Harvey's Life of Robert Bruce, and Mil-
ton's Paradise Lost. He marr. 11th April 1738 Isabella, eldest daugh. of Will. Law, of Elvingston,
Professor of Moral Philosophy, Edinburgh, she died 1st Aug. 1774, and had five sons and a
daugh., David, William, Francis, Robert, Archibald, and Anna ; the fourth of whom rose
through the various gradations of the law to the office of Lord President of the Court of Ses-
sion, which he filled with great dignity and universal respect.—Publications—Verses to the
Memory of Professor Law ; The Grave, a poem, Lond. 1743.−|Presb., Sess., and Test. Reg.,
Carlyle's Autob., Chambers's Biog. Dict, &c.] -
1747. JoHN Home, A.M., son of Mr Alexander H., town;clerk of Leith, educated at the
grammar-school there, and Univ. of Edinburgh, where he attained his degree 18th March
1742, licen. by the Presb. thereof 4th April 1745, and as the country was then assailed by a
rebel force, he joined as a volunteer in its defence, was taken prisoner at Falkirk, and carried
to the castle of Doune, where he effected his escape ; pres. by David Kinloch, Esq., younger of
Gilmerton, (authorized by his father Sir Francis K.), 31st July 1746, and ord. 10th Feb. fol-
lowing. As a member of Assembly in 1751, he moved for suspending the brethren who had
not obeyed the sentence of the preceding Assembly, by ordaining the presentee to Torphichen,
ATHELSTANFORD. . 32I
which was seconded by his friend and co-presbyter Mr Robertson of Gladsmuir, but lost after
a vote of eleven to two hundred. He visited London in 1749 and 1755, and after returning,
on both occasions, was admonished to be more careful of his parish in future. He wrote
“Douglas,” a tragedy, which being acted in the theatre, Edin., 14th Dec. 1756, caused such
a storm to arise against him that it would have led to a prosecution, and perhaps ended in de-
position, had he not, by the advice of his friends, demitted, which was “ unanimously accepted as
most for edification,” 7th June 1757, and so pathetic was his appeal in bidding his parishioners
farewell, in his last sermon, that there was scarcely a person in the audience who had not “the tear
in his eye.” He was appointed Lecturer in a Presbyterian chapel, Silver Street, London. In 1761
he had a pension of £300 a-year conferred by his Majesty through the solicitation of John, Earl
of Bute, Secretary of State. In 1763 he was appointed Conservator of Scots Privileges at Camp-
vere, and was generally appointed Elder to the Gen. Assembly from the Scots Church there,
when he appeared with a sword on his side, and steadily supported the measures of Principal
Robertson and the moderate party. He was appointed a lieutenant in the Southern Regt. of
Fencibles, 26th Sept. 1778. Having built for himself a handsome villa at Kilduff, a little to
the west of his former parish, he retired, and spent his time either there or among the literati
of Edinburgh, where he also had a residence, and died at Merchiston 5th Sept. 1808, in his
86th year and 62d min. He possessed manners the most amiable and gentle, was a warm
and steady friend, and totally incapable of any ungenerous or unkind feeling. He marr. 15th
July 1770 Mary, daugh. of Mr Will. Home, min. of Fogo, she died at Moffat 31st March
1816.-Publications—Douglas, Edin. 1757, 8vo. Agis, Lond. 1758, 8vo. The Siege of
Acqueleia, Lond. 1760, 8vo. The Fatal Discovery, Lond. 1769, 8vo. Alonzo, Lond. 1773,
8vo. Alfred, Lond. 1778, 8vo. The History of the Rebellion in Scotland 1745-6, Lond.
1802, 4to.—[Mackenzie's Life, Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Presb. Reg., Stewart's Life of Robert-
son, Carlyle's Autob., Somerville's Life, Chambers's Biog. Dict., &c.]
1757. JoHN MAIN, born in Edinburgh, and studied at the Univ. there, licen, by the Presb.
6th March 1753, pres, by David Kinloch, Esq., younger of Gilmerton in Oct., and ord. 22d
Dec.1757; trans. to Newton 27th Sept. 1770.-[Presb. Reg., Sermons, &c.] --
1771. THOMAS HEPBURN, trans. from Birsay, pres. by David Kinloch, Esq., younger of Gil-
merton in March, and adm. 20th June ; died 4th Aug. 1777, in 26th min. Distinguished
by strong natural parts, a fund of genuine humour, extent of knowledge and goodness of heart,
joined to shrewdness of remark, and irresistible repartee, while he was also the friend and
patron of young men. He marr. and left a son, John H. of Sydserf, and two daugh.-Pub-
lication—Letter to a Gentleman from his friend in Orkney, Lond. 1760, 8vo, he is also said to
have assisted in writing the Memoirs of Magopico, Lond, 8vo.—[Presb. Reg., Carlyle's Autob.,
&c.]
. . 1778. GEORGE GoLDIE, born at Hillhead, educated at the par. school of Lasswade, and at
the Univ. of Edinburgh, became tutor in the family of the Rev. Geo. Bruce of Minto, whom
he accompanied to Dunbar ; was appointed Rector of the grammar Sehool, and licen. by the
Presb. there 1st April 1772, became assist. to his friend Mr Bruce, pres. by David Kinloch,
Esq., of Gilmerton (at the solicitation of Provost Fall) in Jan., and ord, 30th April
1778 ; died 28th Feb. 1804, in 56th age and 26th min. Exemplary in prudent economy,
322 PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
cheerful hospitality, and active benevolence. He marr. in 1773 Isabel, second daugh. of Mr
Will. Orr, min. of Spott, she died in 1780 and had four daugh. ; 2dly, 24th Oct. 1783, Mag-
dalen, daugh. of Mr Will. Howden, farmer, she died at Traprain 6th April 1836, and had
eight sons and four daugh. Two of the sons became min. of Crawfordjohn and Coldstream,
and Andrew, Military Auditor-General, H.E.I.C.S., Calcutta–Publications—Sermons, (edited
by the Rev. Geo. Hamilton and And. Johnston, his co-presbyters), Edin. 1805, 8vo. Ac-
count of the parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. x.)—[Presb., and Sess. Reg., Sermons, &c.]
1805. WILLIAM RITCHIE, son of Andrew R., farmer at Woodhouse, Manor, studied at the
Univ. of Edinburgh, became tutor and companion to George Mylne, Esq. of Sydserf, licen, by
the Presb. 7th Dec. 1802, pres. by Sir Alex. Kinloch of Gilmerton, Bart., in Aug. 1804, and
ord. 14th Feb. after ; died 3d Jan. 1846, in his 76th year and 41st min. He marr. 4th
Oct. 1825 Isabella, daugh. of Robert Brown, Esq., Markle, a distinguished agriculturist, and
had two sons, &c.—Publications—Marshall's Gospel-mystery of Sanctification, new edit., with
sketch of his life and character. Haddingt. 1817, 8vo. Account of the Parish, (New St. Acc.
ii.)—Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.].
BOLTON.
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the canons of Holyrood.
1576. JoHN SPOTTIswooD ; trans, to Lesmahagow before 1578–Peg. Assig.]
1580. DAVID FORSYTH. The Gen. Assembly Oct. 15th remitted his trial to the ministers
of Edinburgh, “if he be qualified and apt for the charge, without the knowledge of the Latin
tongue; and if they after trial do find him meet, to give their testimonial,” that he may be
admitted, “otherwise reject and repel him.” He continued in 1580; trans, to Polwarth
before 1585.-[Booke of the Kirk, Reg. Assig.]
1587. JAMES LAMBE, trans. fr. Auldcamus, inst to the vicarage 15th Sept. ; trans, to St.
Mary’s of the Lowes 22d Oct. 1600, where he taught for half a-year with approbation of the
brethren and parishioners, but was not instituted. He was one of fifty-five min. who signed
the Protestation for the Liberties of the Kirk 29th June 1617; and died FATHER of the
Church 10th Feb. 1640, aged 83, leaving a daugh. Violet.—[Presb., and Edin. Presb. Reg.,
Reg. Assig, and Old Dec. iii., Eacheq. Buik, Wodrow, and Bannatyne Miscell. iii., Orig. Lett.,
Calderwood's Hist, M'Crie's Melville, Wew St. Acc., &c.] |
1640. JoHN CourTNEy, licen. by the Presb. of Dalkeith 15th Jan. 1635, had testimonials
from that Presb., and Earlston, pres. by John, Earl of Lauderdale in July, adm. 1st and inst.
23d Oct. 1640 (this was done by the brethren in presence of a notary and diverse parishioners,
delivering to Mr. John “the Kirk Bible, the key of the Kirk door with earth and stone, and
at the manse by giving lime and stone, and the like on a part of the glebe); he deserted his
charge at Whitsunday 1661, and went to Ireland for six or eight weeks. He marr. Margaret
Abell, and had a daugh. Helene.—[Presb., and Humbie Sess. Reg., Acts Parl. vii, Wew St. Acc.]
1661. PATRICK HEPBURNE, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 15th
July 1650, licen. by the Presb. 13th Sept. 1654, and employed by them ; had also licence
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from George, Bishop of Edinburgh, and having discharged his duty “to the great satisfaction of
the parishioners,” had the stipend allowed by Act of Parliament 29th Aug. 1662–LReg. Lawr.
Univ. Edin., Acts Parl. vii.] -
1662. JAMES NAIRN, A.M., trans. fr. Holyrood-house, coll. 16th Oct. and adm. 10th Nov. ;
inst. (before 19th March) 1663; trans, to Wemyss (between 4th May and 15th June) 1665.
—[Reg. Collat., Presb. Reg., Wairn's Catalogue, Wew St. Acc.]
1665. WALTER PATERSON, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow
in 1661, passed trials before the Presb., got a testimonial 1st, and was licen. by George, Bishop of
Edinburgh 2d June 1665, pres, by John, Earl of Lauderdale in Sept., ord, and coll, 1st, inst be-
fore 6th, and adm. 23d Nov. Said year. Possessing excellent parts he was one of those preachers
selected in 1670, styled “the Bishop's Evangelists,” for enlightening the people in the west.
After serving with great applause, and unwearied diligence, he quitted his charge on account
of the Test in Dec. 1681; and died 22d March 1692, in his 51st year and 27th min.—[Mwn.
Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb., and Sess. Reg., Reg. Collal., and Gen. Ass., Burmet, Kirkton, and Wod-
row's Hist, Monteith's Mort., Wew St. Acc.]
1692. JoHN SINCLAR, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh in
1675, pres, by in Oct., ord, before 9th and inst, and adm. 30th Nov. 1692 ; died
28th Feb. 1707, in 50th age and 25th min. The Presb., considering the numerous family he
had left, recommended the widow and children, 31st Oct., to the Heritors for the vacant stipend
to Martinmas. He marr. 3d April 1684 Euphan Reid, in the par. of St. Cuthbert's, and had
five sons and five daughters.-[Edin. Grad., Presb., Sess., and St Cuthbert's Sess, Reg., Tombst.,
New St. Acc., &c.]
1708. WILLIAM HAMILTON, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edin-
burgh 28th June 1697, called 24th March, and ord, 11th May 1708; died 9th May 1743,
aged 70, in 35th min. He marr. 30th Sept. 1708, Margaret Caithness, who died 8th June 1730,
aged 55, and had a son John, who succeeded to the living, and a daugh. Helen.—[Edin. Grad.,
Presb., Sess, and Syn. Reg., Tombst., Wew St. Acc.]
1743. JoHN HAMILTON, son of the preceding, licen, by the Presb. 2d Dec. 1740, pres. by
Robert, Lord Blantyre, 6th Sept., and ord. 22d Dec. 1743; being an accurate man of business, and
writing a neat round hand, he was appointed clerk to the Presb., and to the Synod 14th May
1754; died 14th Feb. 1797, aged 83, in 54th min. He marr., 13th Oct. 1748, Jean, daugh. of
Mr Rob. Wight, one of the min. of Dumfries, she died 12th Feb. 1759, in her 32d year, and
had five sons and a daugh.-Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. iv.)—
[Presb., Syn., and Sess. Reg., Tombst, Carlyle's Autob., Wew St. Acc., &c.]
1797. ALEXANDER BRUNTON, son of a respectable tailor in Edinburgh, licen. by the Presb. of
Linlithgow 26th Aug. 1795, pres. by the Commissioners for Robert Walter, Lord Blantyre, in
Aug., and ord. 28th Sept. 1797; trans, to Edinburgh, (New Greyfriars' Ch.), 2d Aug. 1803–
[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Wew St. Acc., &c.]
1804. ANDREW STEwART, M.D., son of Dav. S., Cleughside, Kirkpatrick-Fleming, educated
at the par. school, studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh in 1802, having pre-
viously been secretary to the venerable Dr Blacklock, and subsequently tutor in the family of
the Rev. Dr Davidson, of Muirhouse, licen, by the Presb. of Edinburgh 27th April 1796, pres.
324 PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
by Robert W., Lord Blantyre in Feb., and ord. 26th April 1804; trans, to Erskine 15th Aug.
1815.-Presb. Reg., M*Farlan's Fun. Serm, Oliphant's Life of Irving, New St Acc.]
;: 1816. JoHN ABERNETHY, A.M., son of James A., in the par. of Auchtertoul, born 7th May
1781, studied and took his degree at the Univ. and King's College, Aberdeen, 30th March 1801,
licen, by the Presb. of Caithness 7th April 1807, and ord. by them 2d June following, having
a prospect of going out to America, but became chaplain to the Edinburgh Charity Workhouse,
and subsequently was adm. min. to the Presbyterian congregation at Monkwearmouth, pres.
by Robert W., Lord Blantyre, 8th March, and adm. 14th May 1816. Having joined the Free
Secession he was declared no longer a min. of this Church 7th June 1843, and died 26th of
the following month, in his 63d year and 37th min.—Publication—Account of the Parish
(New St. Acc. ii.)—[Degrees M.A. King's Coll. Aberd, Presb., Syn., and Auchtertoul Sess. Reg.,
New St. Acc., &c.] -
GOLYN, OR GULANE,
The Church was dedicated to St Andrew, and previous to the Reformation belonged to the Abbey of Dry-
burgh, but was translated to
DIRLETON,
(which had been founded as a Collegiate Church by Sir Walter Haliburton in 1444), by Act of Parliament
23d Oct. 1612, considering it “as ane flourishing toune.” -
1576. THOMAS MAKGHIE, trans, fr. North Berwick, he was a member of the Assemblies 1582,
1586, June 1587, and 1590, and refused to sign the articles drawn by Secretary Maitland in
1585; dissented from annulling the sentence of excommunication against Archbishop Adam-
son in 1586, and was one of those commissioned by the Secret Council in 1589, for the main-
tenance of true religion in the constabulary of Haddington; he demitted the vicarage before 23d
May 1599, and was alive 23d March 1603. Being “judged well versed with the Scriptures,
and prompt to confound the enemies of truth with the Word of God, and guid doctrine.”—
[Reg. Assig, and Pres, Presb. Reg., Booke of the Kirk, Row, and Calderwood's Hist., Wodrow
Miscell, and Anal., M'Crie's Melville i.]
1597. ANDREW MAGYE, A.M., son of the preceding, studied and was laureated at the Univ.
of Edinburgh 12th Aug. 1591, called and adm. (colleague and suc.) 22d Dec. 1597. To shew
the form of proceeding on such occasions at so early a period, the following report is copied
verbatim —“At Hadingtoun, 28th Dec. 1597, The quhilk day the brethren appoyntit for the
admissioun and ordination of Mr Andro Makghie to the office of the ministrie at Gullane, re-
portit that all things requisite in the solemnization thairof were dewlie execute. The haill
brethren of the presbyterie, verie few except, being present; and Johne Brand, Holyroodhouse,
for the Presb. of Edinburgh, Mr Andro Blackhall, Inveresk, for the Presb. of Dalkeyth, and
Mr James Kellie, Whitekirk, for the Presb. of Dunbar, commissionaris. In the presence of
ane verie frequent conventioun of the parochiners and cheiffe persones thairof and in speciall.
The sermon being maid be James Gibsoun, Pencaitland, upon the secund cap. of the 2d epistle
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to Thessalonians, from 14th verse to the end ; as to effectualie apply it to the present pur-
pois. The said James calling upon the Said Mr Andro, demandit him, being rissin and comed to
the place appoyntit for his publick ressaving. First, in respect of the grauitie and weichtines of
this charge, if he had bene thinking upon it, and quhat the Lord had declarit to his conscience
thairanent To the quhilk the said Mr Andro ansserit, That sen he came to rypnes of zeiris,
that the Lord gaue him ony judgment to discerne betuix guid and evill, he fand his heart ever
inclynit to the ministrie and so inclynit, that it culd nocht be withdrawin thairfra without vio-
lence to his conscience, and becaus he understood it to be ane matter nocht to be attemptit
rashlie he delt ernistlie with the Lord to this effect, that if it was his majesties will to call him
thairaway and to thrust him out to be a labourer in his wynezaird, that he wold give him ane
inward warrand thairof in his conscience that with the greiter courage he mycht interprise and
discharge the said office. The fruit of the quhilk prayeris he had found calling the Lord to
record he nether spake falselie nor presumpteouslie. That he had never greater assurance of
God his mercie or of the remissioun of his sinnes in the blood of Christ, nor he had of the cal-
ling of God to that work. Protesting befoir him that knew the secreitts of all hearts that
nether honour nor commoditie, nor any viher particular in the eirth movit thairto saufe only
the said calling of the Lord, togidder with the zeale he had of his glorie and edifying of his kirk.
Nixt, being demandit, If he thocht himselfe able be his awin strenth to discharge that calling 1
Ansserit, That he knew the burden to be greit, because the cair of everie soule in that congre-
gation wes comittit to him in sic sort that if any perishit in his default thair blood wes to be
requyrit at his hands, and thairfoir he had nocht runne to the said calling in his awin name, nor
at his a win commend, so he myndit nocht to leane to his a win strenth in discharge thairof, bot
to the strenth of him that callit him quha is the fountayne of all graces. And to that effect
purposit to use the ordinar meines of studie and invocatioun of Goddis name, quhilk he besocht
the Lord sa to blisse that bayth he and the congregation mycht find the fruit thairof. Last,
being inquyrit, How he purposit to walk in his calling Ansserit, That he purposit by the
grace of God to mak conscience thairof by reproofe of sine in all persones indifferently, and
executing of discipline against all publick Sclanderis that suld occurre without ony partialitie
although he suld incur the hatred of the people, yea, although his life suld come in hasairt thair-
foir. Quhair efter he had giuen ane Schort and pethie admonitioun to the people that wer pre-
sent to this effect. He promisit and vowit solemnitly by holding up of his hand before God and
his kirk, as he wes requyrit to be faythfull, beseiking the Lord, if he violate ony part of that
promise with knowledge, that the present dayes work Suld be a witness of his condemnatioun.
Quhilk conference being endit to the satisfactioun and contentatioun of all that wer present,
the said James descendit out of the pulpit, and efter he had incallit upon the name of God to
give a blessing to the present work, the said Mr Andro being humblit upon his knees, we's AD-
MITTED to the office of the ministrie be laying of the hands of the haill brethren present accord-
ing to the Ordour. Efter the quhilk ceremonie, the said Mr Andro being reddie to be de-
lyuerit to the people as thair pastor, desyrit first to be heard, quhilk being grantit, declarit, that
he wes content to accept of that flock upon conditiouns following, to witt, That thai wald fayth-
fullie, ane and all, promise obedience to the voice of God his word in his mouth. As also, that
the haill persones of authoritie thair wald bayth be subject to discipline thamseluis and concurre
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with him for establishing of good ordour in the congregation, and likewise defend the gospell
from ressaving any indignitie or injurie in his persone to the uttermost of thair power, UNDER
protestation that if thai faillit in any of thir poynts he suld be frie of that charge how sone he
had qualifyit his complaynt befoir the presbyterie. Quhilk speache being endit, and the said
James asking of the said people and flock present if thai wold be content to allow and accept
of the said Mr Andro upon the conditionis foirsaid, and wold promise all dew obedience to
him as thair pastour according to the word of God. Quhairunto the haill people consenting and
maist willinglie aggreing be ane uniforme voyce and gesture of holding vp of thair hands as
thai wer requyrit, testifying the same. RESSAUIT the said Mr Andro fra the said James be
the hands of thair principall men in name of the haill paroche, quhose names, ressaueris, are
these—George Ker, Zounger, of Faudonside ; Patrick Levingstoun, of Saltcotts; William
Congiltoun, of that Ilk; Johne Cunnisone, mayster houshold to my Lady Gowrie ; in name of
her (Ladyship), James Sandilands and George Dudgeon, in Kingstoun; Daniel Brown, Robert
and Mr Mark Hepburnes, and George Walker, Eistermost Fentoun ; Jhone Shevis, in West
Fentoun; William Morheid and Johne Craik, in Gulane ; Patrick Lindesay, in Corrolageheid;
Michael Donaldsone, in Elbottle, Archibald Forns, elder ; Alexander Tod and Andro Robisone,
in Dirltoun.” On his father's demission he was pres, to the vicarage by James VI. 23d May,
coll. 6th and inst. in June 1599. In 1627 the communicants were “betuixt eight and nyne
hundreth, past sixtein yeiris of age;” and the stipend “ij chalder aittis, ane chalder quheate, ane
chalder bein,” and “ane hundreth merkis of money; the haill vicarage,” beside “ane manse and
ane gleib in Gulane. The gleib so overblowen with sand, that the largest aiker thereof hes not
bein manured these fyve yeiris, the rest doth scarslie yeild the seed.” Mr M. died in Dec. 1636,
aged about 76, in 39th min., leaving Mr John, and Mr Andrew, who both succeeded to the
ministry, Isobel, who marr. Mr Alex. Vernor, min. of Pencaitland, Helen, who marr. Mr Robert
Elliot, min. of Linton, Margaret, Elizabeth, and Katharine.—[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin., Assig.
and Pres, Presb. Reg., Calderwood's Hist, M'Crie's Melville, Stat. Reports 1627, Livingston's
Charac., Wodrow's Anal., &c.] -
1637. JoHN TROTTER, studied at the Univ. of St Andrews, had been ordained a Deacon by
the Bishop (which is the first appearance of this office in the Church of Scotland), and imme-
diately after a Presbyter ; was on the Exercise at Dunse; pres. by , coll. and inst. 16th
July 1637. He was accused by the parishioners, and Mr John M., son of the preceding min.,
18th April 1638, of intruding himself into the ministry by receiving orders as a preaching
deacon, of not regularly administrating the word and ordinances, by giving occasion
to prophane the Lord's day, venting opinions smelling of Poperie, and suspicion of Armin-
ianism, traducing the subscribers of the Covenant with the imputation of rebellion, not spirit-
ual in his doctrine, and applying it to the corruptions of the tyme, negligence in keeping
session, visitation of the sick, and using the censure appointed by the Church; to these additions
were made 2d May. After hearing his answers in reply, the Presb. 30th, on serious considera-
tion, and “considering the dyverse circumstances, did all in one voyce conclude that they were
no wayes to be censured with deprivation nor suspension.” At the instance of the foresaid
parishioners of the said Mr John, this case came before the Commission 3d Jan. 1639, who
“finding no evidence produced for verifying of Mr John's admission to the congregation of D.
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ordains that except he produce abundant evidences of his lawful admission to the ministry of
the congregation of D. to the next Provincial Assembly he be discharged of all function of the
ministry, and the kirk of D. to be declared void, and refers and recommends the said Provincial
to censure the said Mr John condignlie for receiving the order of a preaching deacon. Espe-
ciallie to try the said Mr John's qualification, and albeit he prove qualified to transport him
from the parish, quhilk he apparently will never be able to edifie, and in the meantime dis-
charges him of anie function of the ministry, until he clear his admission before the said Pro-
vincial Assembly.” On this sentence being sought to be intimated at Dirleton the kirk doors
were found shut. The Synod, accordingly, 30th April following, he not having appeared,
found him not lawfully admitted, and the Presb. 12th June thereafter declared the parish to
have been vacant since the death of Mr Andrew Makghie. He died before 8th Dec. 1664. He
marr. 4th Aug. 1636 Helen Maxwell, and had a son John who was served heir.—[Presb., and
Dunbar Sess. Reg., Wodrow MSS., Stevenson's Hist., Ing. Ret. Gen. 4851, Peterkin's Records.]
1639. JoHN MAKGHIE, son of Mr Andrew M. above mentioned, studied and attained his
degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 23d July 1625, tutor to the sons of the celebrated Robert
Boyd of Trochrig, produced his pres. by to the meeting of Commission, and information
containing reasons of preference, ord, 17th May 1639; pres. by , and coll. in June 1641.
A manse and glebe of four acres were designed to him at Dirleton, 31st Oct. 1646. He was
on the Commissions of Assembly 1643-1645, 1648, and min. to Lord Dalhousie's Reg., in
Feb. 1647. He did not conform to Episcopacy, and in Dec. 1676 the “interest of the Presb.
was sought by his brother of Aberlady in his behalf with reference to some small tithes which
he and his predecessors were in use to draw, and which it was hoped would be continued to
him during his life.” He may have been tolerated till his death, as no successor was appointed
till 1683—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., and Old Dec., Presb., Test, and Dunferml. Sess. Reg.,
Wodrow MSS., Anal., and Hist, Acts of Ass.]
1683. ROBERT SINCLAIR, A.M., trans. fr. Spott, pres. by , coll. before 29th March, and
inst. 3d April; died in March 1688, aged about 52, in 23d min. He marr. in July 1666,
Jean Clelaine, in the par. of Haddington. His neices, Maria and Jean, were served heirs.-
[Presb., Test, and Spott Sess. Reg., Ing. Ret. Gen. 7215, Fountainhall's Dec. i.] -
1688. LAURENCE CHARTERIs, A.M., formerly Professor of Divinity in the Univ. of Edin-
burgh, (the chair of which he had resigned in 1681, rather that subscribe the Test,) inst. 27th
Sept. ; being long in bad health he demitted, having iij xxviii li assigned 10th June 1697,
of the stipend payable by the laird of Dirleton during life. He retired to Edin., and died
in Dec. 1700 in 75th age, and 47th min. “Of composed, serene gravity, but unpopular
utterance, and most conversant with history. He lived on a constant low diet, and in his lat-
ter years suffered unspeakable torment from the stone, which he bore with the most perfect
patience and submission.”—Publications—The Difference between true and false Christi-
anity, Edin. 1703, sm. 8vo. Spiritual T)iscourses, Edin. 1704, sm. 8vo. The Corruption of
this Age, and the Remedy thereof, Edin. 1704, sm. 8vo. A Catalogue of Scotish Writers, Edin.
1833, 8vo.—[Presb. Reg., Burnet i., and Wodrow’s Hist., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689, Edin. Reg.
Bur.
( ſº . JAMES CLARK, A.M., trans, from Innerwick, called 5th April, and adm. 14th Dec.;
2 T -
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an agreement between the preceding incumbent and him anent the stipend was subscribed
and delivered 11th Jan. 1699 ; he was trans, to Glasgow (Tron Ch.) 11th March 1702–
[Presb. Reg., Acts of Ass. 1702.]
1703. JAMES ALSTON, A.M., son of James A., merchant, Edinburgh, where he obtained
his degree at the Univ., 28th July 1697, was licen. by the Presb. there 15th July 1702,
appointed by the Town Council of Edin. Morning Lecturer in the Tron Church on Mackall's
Mortification in May 1703; called 1st July, and ord. 22d Sept. 1703; elected Moderator of
the General Assemblies 6th May 1725, and 1st May 1729, the latter, owing to the case of
Professor Simson of Glasgow, being a trying one, which he managed with great dexterity
and prudence, thus saving a breach in the Church. He was appointed one of his Majesty's
Chaplains in ordinary for Scotland in Aug. 1726, and died 19th April 1733, aged about 54, in
30th min. He took a leading part in the management of church affairs, was spoken of to
be Principal in the Univ. of Glasgow in 1727, and had the offer to be appointed Professor of Di-
vinity in that of Edinburgh in 1730. He marr. 15th June 1705 Janet, daugh. of Mr Matt.
Reid, min. of Hoddam.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Presb., Syn., Sess, and W. Berwick Sess.
Reg., Wodrow's Corresp., and Anal., &c.]
1733. JAMES GLEN, trans. fr. Whittingham, pres, by Will. Nisbet, Esq. of Dirleton in June,
and adm. 13th Nov. ; died 16th Jan. 1749, in 32d min. He marr. Elizabeth Elliott, who
died April 1743, and had two sons, Alexander and William, who subsequently succeeded to
the benefice.—[Presb., Sess., and Test. Reg., Carlyle's Autob., &c.]
1749. HUGH BANNATINE, trans. fr. Ormiston, called 4th July, and adm. 10th Oct. ; died
26th Feb. 1769, in 22d min., “a firstrate man for sound understanding and classical learn-
ing”—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Mackenzie's Life of Home, Carlyle's Autob., &c.]
1769. ALEXANDER GLEN, trans. fr. Galashiels, called 17th Aug., and adm. 19th Oct. ; died
6th March 1805, in 79th age and 54th min. He marr. 16th Aug. 1768 Ann Blackadder,
who died 10th March 1830, and had James, who took orders in the Church of England, and
died at Westminster, and Walter in London.—Publication—Account of the Parish, (Sinclair's
St. Acc. iii.)—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.] -
1805. WILLIAM STARK, trans. fr. Stonehouse, pres. by William Hamilton Nisbet, Esq., of
Dirleton, in Sept. and adm. 19th Dec. ; died 20th Sept. 1834 in his 62d year and 37th min. He
was a scholar of no mean degree, but it was chiefly directed to biblical criticism and reading
the Scriptures in the original language. His fervent piety, joined to a singular degree of mo-
desty and diffidence of his own acquirements, constrained him to love the retirement of the
shade rather than the gaze of public applause, yet he felt a deep interest in the concerns of the
Church, and of his country, by advancing the cause of ecclesiastical establishments. In the
last Assembly (1833) of which he was a member he spake at considerable length against the
system of national education introduced into Ireland, and succeeded in obtaining a majority
for petitioning Parliament against further countenance to such a system.
“Most earnest was his voice! most mild his look.
He was a faithful pastor of the poor;--
He thought not of himself; his Master's words,
Feed, feed my sheep, were ever at his heart,
The cross of Christ was aye before his eyes.”
GARWALD. • ‘. . .”.:-ºvº. 329
He marr. 25th Oct. 1802 Elizabeth, daugh, of Mr Mackenzie, town-clerk of Dunbarton,
she died 1st Dec. 1862, by whom he had eight children. Richard the eldest died in the
H.E.I.C.S. on the Bombay establishment.—Publications—Two single Sermons, Edin. 1798—
1828, 8vo. Considerations addressed to the Heritors and Kirk-Sessions of Scotland, on the
affairs of the poor, Edin. 1826, 12mo, Sermons intended to illustrate and enforce Christian
faith and duty, Edin. 1836, fep. 8vo.—[Presb. Reg., Cormack's Memoir (Sermons), Wew St. Acc. ii.]
1835. JoHN AINSLIE, licen, by the presb. of Dunbar 5th Oct. 1831, pres, by Mrs Mary
Hamilton Nisbet Ferguson of Belhaven and Dirleton, with concurrence of her husband,
Rob. Ferguson, Esq. of Raith, in March, and ord, 25th June 1835; on joining in the
Free Secession, and signing the deed of Demission, he was declared no longer a min. of this
Church 7th June 1843, adm. to the Free Church, St Andrews in 1847, and had D.D. from
the Univ. there 9th Dec. 1854. He marr. 23d Nov. 1841 Katherine Duff, who died 20th
Sept. 1857; and again 16th Oct. 1860.-Publication—Account of the Parish (New St. Acc.
ii.)—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
GARWALD.
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Bernardine nunnery at Haddington.
1576. John MoRIsoun, trans. fr. Bathens, when Barra was also in charge.—[Reg. Assig.]
1578. JAMES REID, continued in 1580; was trans, to Barra, but returned before 1588; deposed
by the Commission of Assembly for trial of ministers 30th July 1589, for “non-residence, lang
a cuming to his kirk on the Lord's day, a player at tables and cairts, and drinking quhill tene
or elevine hours at nycht.” Mr. W. Balcanqual, who had recently heard him teach, said he
was “sound, but very cauld, and that the people convenit not till eleven hours.” Reponed
by the Presb. 10th and re-adm. 14th June 1590. “It was appoyntit 19th July 1598
that the gudeman of the Grange be charged to compeir befoir the Presb. for breking
of his promeis and for the Sclander done to his pastor in dinging of his servand, miscalling
of his wyfe, and stopping of his ky in the hie way passing to pasture upon James his
awin gras growing upon that part of his gleib last designit. Pat. Home of Garvit-Grange
answered 2d Aug., that he brak not his promeis, neither did any of his servants molest
him, and denyit all laid to his charge. Thairfoir the Presb, ordains James R. to qualifie theis
things, first, that his servant was dung, Secundlie, that his guids was stoppit ganging on the
hieway betuix the kirkzard and the mill, thirdlie, the angrious words given to himself or his
wyfe, and ordains James to produce his witnesses to prove it.” He was a member of the As-
sembly at Linlithgow in 1606, and is said to have been corrupted through influence used on
that occasion. He died, before 16th Sept., 1623, having been submissive during the organi-
cal changes in the Church. Elspet Sandersone, relict, got the whole crop for that year.—[Reg.
Assig., Presb., and Test. Reg., Wodrow Miscell, Calderwood's Hist.] - - -
1624. THOMAS MAITLAND, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. and King's
College Aberdeen in 1614, and divinity at the New College St Andrews, was admitted on
the Exercise there, pres. by John, Wiscount Lauderdale —, ord, between 2d and 21st, and
330 PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
adm. and inst. 29th Jan. 1624; he got a new church built in 1632, and died in Oct. 1637, aged
about 44, in 14th min. His librarie was estimat at iſ merks, the utencils, &c., at iij li. In-
ventar and debts ix” xxii. viijs. viijd. He marr. 7th Feb. 1626, Margaret Durie, of the par. of
Haddington, who died 3d April 1633, and had two daugh. Isobell and Anna ; 2dly, in 1634,
Margaret Melvill, in the par. of Prestonpans, who survived him.—Publication—A Funerall
Sermon preached at the buriall of the Lady Jane Maitland, with Verses, &c., Edin. 1633, 4to.
—[Fasti Aberd, Presb., Test., Prestonp. Sess., and Canongate Reg. (Marr.), Ing. Ret. Gen. 3144.]
1637. ANDREW BANNATYNE, A.M., a relative of Tho. B. of Newhall, studied and obtained
his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 23d July 1625, passed trials before the Presb., and got
a testimonial 3d Oct. 1627 for licence, pres. by David, Bishop of Edinburgh—, and coll. and
inst. 13th Sept. 1637; deposed 4th Oct. 1649, for profanation of the name of God, negligence
in discipline, suspicion of fornication in 1641, and silence in the late Engagement. He in-
truded again in May 1652, and also at Drumoak in Oct. following, but was reponed to the min-
istry by the Presb. 2d Aug. 1654, under condition that he did not accept a charge without
special consent of the Presb.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Presb., Test, and Aberdeen Syn. Reg., &c.]
1653. Jose.PH PROVANE, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 17th
April 1639, called in Aug, and ord, 12th Sept. 1653; trans, to Morham 19th Feb. 1657–
[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin, Presb. Reg., &c.]
1665. RoPERT FooRD, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 1st
Aug. 1651, licen. by the Presb. 18th Nov. 1658, and also by George, Bishop of Edinburgh,
17th Feb. 1665, pres. by John, Earl of Tweeddale in May, Ord. and coll. 9th June, and inst.,
between 6th July and 7th Aug., same year; died, between 29th Jan. and 26th Feb., 1680,
aged about 49, in 15th min.—[Edin. Grad., Presb. Reg., Reg. Collat.]
1680, ROBERT MELDRUM, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh in
1674, coll., before 28th Oct., inst. —, and adm. 25th Nov. 1680; deprived by not taking
the Test. in 1681, but was appointed to Yester in the following year.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ.
Edin, Presb. Reg., &c.]
1685. WALTER GRAY, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow 15th
July 1673; passed trials before the Presb. and was recommended 2d April 1685 for licence,
pres. by John, Earl of Tweeddale in July ; after passing secondary trials got a testimonial 6th
Aug. for ordination, and was adm., before 3d Dec., same year; on the union of the parish to
Barra in 1702, he retired, having jºl merks assigned him from the stipend 15th July, and died
at Gifford-hall 19th Dec. 1719, aged about 67, in 34th min. He marr. Jean Adair, who died
26th Feb. 1725, and had a son, Mr Walter, W.D.M., and chaplain to John, Lord Gray.—
[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb., and Test. Reg., M.S. Account of Min. 1689.]
1702. ARCHIBALD MUIR, formerly of Barra, having assigned a portion of the stipend to the
preceding, and obtained the consent of the parishioners 28th July, was appointed by the Presb.
to take the oversight 16th Aug. ; deposed (by the Synod) 5th Nov. 1719, for drunkenness,
cursing, swearing, and disaffection to the Government, “saying the King had no more right to
the crown than the moor-cock.” He was faither censured by the Presb. of Edinburgh 28th
Dec. 1726, for marrying his daugh, irregularly to Walter Nisbet, son to the laird of Dirleton.
He was in such poverty and distress that a collection was ordered to be made for him by the
BARRA. * … . 4. 33}
Synod in 1736; was alive in Edin, 27th June 1739. He marr. Elizabeth, daugh, of Mr
David Liddell, Professor of Divinity in the Univ. of Glasgow, and had two sons, James and
Robert, and a daugh. Margaret.—[Presb., Syn., Sess, and Edin. Presb. Reg., Wodrow's Anal.,
and Corresp.] -
1721. ANDREW DUNLoP, licen. by the Presb. of Edinburgh 18th Nov. 1719, called 30th
March, pres. by John, Marquis of Tweeddale in April, and ord, 15th Aug. 1721; he com-
plained 21st Aug. 1722, of want of a manse, and of having to rent an uncomfortable lodging,
nearly four miles off, whereby his health has suffered. After a vote, the Earl of Tweeddale
promised to build a manse next year; trans, to Ormiston 3d Aug. 1731–ſ Presb., and Sess. Reg.]
1732. ARCHIBALD BLAIR, brother to Mr. Robert, min. of Athelstaneford, and son of
Mr. David B., one of the min. of Edinburgh, licen. by that Presb. 27th Aug. 1729,
pres. by Geo. II. in April, and ord, 3d Aug. 1732; died 24th Sept. 1774, in his 70th
year and 43d min. He marr. Janet, daugh. of Mr John Barclay, min. of Morham,
she died 13th Dec. 1785, and had three sons, Robert, Professor of Astronomy in the
Univ. of Edinburgh ; John, and Archibald, and three daugh., Euphan, Elizabeth, who marr.
Will. Begbie, Esq. of Skedsbush, and Katharine.—[Hill's Life of Blair, Presb., Sess., Syn., and
Test. Reg., Carlyle's Autob., &c.]
1775. ANDREw NISBET, third son of Will, N., schoolmaster at Long-yester, bapt. 9th Sept.
1733, pres, by George, Marquis of Tweeddale, 7th Feb., and ord 20th July 1775; died 26th Jan.
1800, in 67th age and 25th min-Publication—Account of the United Parish (Sinclair's St.
Acc. xiii.)—[Presb., Sess, and Yester Sess. Reg.]
1800. JoHN SANGSTER, eldest son of the Rev. Henry S., min. of Humbie, studied at the
Univ. of Edinburgh, became tutor in the family of Fotheringham of Powrie, and afterwards in
that of George, Marquis of Tweeddale, licen. by the Presb. of Forfar 19th Feb. 1794, pres. by
Geo. III. 8th Feb. and ord, 18th Sept. 1800. Had D.D. from the Univ. of Edinburgh 30th
March 1826, and died 10th Oct. 1855, in his 87th year and 56th min, distinguished as a
classical scholar and a mathematician. He marr. 20th Nov. 1800, Margaret, daugh. of Mr Hay,
tenant, Duncanlaw, she died 24th Jan. 1833.−|Presö., and Syn. Reg., Edin. Grad., &c.]
1839. SELBY ORD DoDs, son of Mr D., farmer, Stonypath, licen, by the Presb. of Edinburgh
4th Dec. 1837, called 14th Feb., and ord, (assist, and suc.) 21st March 1839. On joining in the
Free Secession, and signing the deed of Demission, however, he was declared no longer a min. of
this Church 7th June 1843; adm. to Free Church, Maybole, in 1846, and died at Edinburgh
22d Jan. 1856, aged 41, in 17th min–Publications—The chief points of Difference betwixt
the Established and Free Church, Edin. 1847, 12mo, A Word in Season, Edin, 1850, 12mo,
—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
BARRA.
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Abbey of Holyrood. The parish was united to
Garvald by the Commissioners of Teinds in 1702, but had Divine Service alternately in the church till
1744, when it fell into disrepair.
1585. JAMES REID, removed fr. Garvald, having it also in charge ; continued in 1586, but
returned again to Garvald,—[Reg. Assig.]
332 º PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
1589. GEORGE BYRIs, A.M., entered St Leonard's College in 1583 and obtained his degree *
from the Univ. of St Andrews in 1587, ord, 10th Sept. 1589; trans, to Legerwood 4th Oct.
1592, “in respect he could not have provision.”—[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Reg. Assig.,
Presb., Edin. Presb., and Test. Reg., Wodrow Miscell.]
1592. DANIEL CHALMER, A.M., son of Andrew C., burgess of Edinburgh, studied and was
graduated at the Univ. of St Andrews in 1582, pres, to the Vicarage by James VI. 7th
March 1586, called to be a min. or reader in the King's House in 1589, entered, after 3d
Oct., 1592. He was summoned to see order tane with the Kirk of Barra, gif ane cause quhy the
Act of Assembly maid against non-residents strayk not upon him, he compeared 5th June
1593, and brought his majesty's letter to desire delay, and 4th July, it is stated “the King
will not allow him to tak up his benefice, upon quhilk answer the Presb. chargit Mr Daniel to
await upon his cure at Barra under pain of deposition as ane non-residare.” Demitted same
year. [Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Reg. Pres., and Assig, Presb., Edin. Presb. Reg., Calder-
wood's Hist.]
1593. GEORGE CHALMER, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 12th
Aug. 1592, from the Exercise there, after 4th Oct. ; the parishioners would not acknowledge
him as min, “Zeit he was doing somewhat therein, and had done mair nor was done thir vii.
zeiris bypast ;” continued 21st Aug. 1594. Will. Hay of Linplum had been denounced rebel
six days previous, he having on the 8th Aug. “followit and pursewit the said Mr George, and
presentit ane bendit pistollet at him, quhilk misgave, cheissit him three quarteris of ane myle,
and had not faillit to haue slane him, were nocht he gat entres within the portis of Hadding-
ton, and was releuit by the inhabitants thairof.”—[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin, Presb., and Edin.
Presb. Reg., Pitcairn's Cr. Trials i.]
1594. DAVID OGILL, A.M., trans. from Humbie, pres. to the Vicarage by James VI., before
6th Aug., and coll, and inst, soon after. Will. Hay, of Linplum, was denounced rebel 15th of
said month, he having on the 8th “shoit and dischargeit his pistollett at Mr David, of sett pur-
pois and prouision to have slane him thairwith ; and he happynning with the same shoitt to
fall, the said William belevit he wes slane, and left him for deid.” He shewed the brethren,
29th Dec. 1596, that he was charged by his majesty, and convenit in the Eist kirk of Edin-
burgh the preceding day, for furnishing the pulpits of the city in respect of the absence of the
ministers thairof, till the fyft of Feb. nixt, and that the lot fell upon him to begin 20 Jan.,
which the Presb. prohibited on 5th, “in special that name tak upon them to teich in ony of
the pulpits of E., or subscryve the Interlocutor of the Lords maid upon the occasioun of Mr
David Black under the pane of deprivatione.” He was suspended by the Presb. On 12th, and
9th Feb. he confessed “the sentence wes justlie pronuncit, promising to amend quhatsumever
he had done amiss, and to abstein in tyme cuming from sic dealing as had procured this sentence,
and requestit earnestly the brethren wald end this proces.” On 16th, “Anent the promise
maid the last day touching reposition of Mr David, the said Mr David confest his offences,
first, in giving his advice to furnishe the pulpits of E. without commission from the Presb.,
be quhais authoritie the mater sould have bene done ; mixt, in teiching in E. Without leave,
and in speciall that be this dealing guid brethren would haueressauit offence; last, he confest his
misbehaviour in all poynts that day he was suspendit, promising by Godisgrace to do nothing
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in tyme coming with matters belonging to the office of the ministerie without commissioun, nor
to misbehaue himself in word or deid againe ; bot euer in humility to submit himselfe to the
voyce of God in his brethren. The Presb. movit bayth be his guid behaviour Sen his suspen-
sioun, as also by the guid tokens of repentance thai saw in him, Reponis him to the office of
the ministrie, exhorting him to keipe his promise in all poynts for eschewing Sclander of the
kirk, and the like or greater censures.” Becoming also schoolmaster at Haddington, the
Synod 4th Nov. same year, ordained the Presb. “to tak order in respect of his twa offices.”
The Presb. 13th April 1597 “ordains the said Mr David to avise the resolue in that mater,
and giue them his finall answer thairto that day Xx dayis, but forder delay, certifying him if
he faile thai will proceid according to the Acts of Assembly.” On 4th May Mr David pro-
mising to leiue the schoole of H. betuix and alleging he could na Sooner, because he wes
bound to — the Presb. ordains him to perform his promise be demitting the said schoole
simpliciter betuix and the under pain of deprivatioun fra the ministrie.” He was pro-
posed for Leith 2d charge by his Majesty in 1598, and summoned by the royal pleasure to the
meeting of Assembly at Linlithgow in 1606, but two days previous to its meeting discharged
by the Presb. to “determine of onie thing the decisioun quhairof pertenis to ane Generall As-
semblie.” He was pres, to the Vicarage of Innerwick by his Majesty 28th April 1608, and
trans. to succeed his brother, Mr Rich. there, the brethren regretting “that in respect of the
greatnes of his familie, and occasione of a better provisioun offered in another place he is forsit
to withdraw himself. He remained, however, and was pres. by his Majesty to the parsonage
of Duncanlaw, in the parish 2d Jan. 1610. In 1627 there were in the par. sex scoir communi-
cants, with a stipend of iiij merks. He demitted in 1629, but retained the charge, and died,
between 10th April and 8th May, 1639, aged about 76, in 49th min. His widow was alive
24th Aug. 1642, a daugh. marr. Mr Alex. Trotter, his colleague.—[Reg. Assig., and Pres.,
Presb., and Edin. Presb. Reg., Calderwood's Hist, M'Crie's Melville, Stat. Reports 1627.]
1628. ALEXANDER TROTTER, ord, (colleague by John, Archbishop of St. Andrews); pres.
by Charles I. 29th Sept. 1629, on the demission of the preceding, but as no institution fol-
lowed, and Mr David foresaid being constantly opposed to it, the Synod 28th April 1641 found
the charge vacant from Mr David's death, and ordained him to desist from the ministry here,
in terms of a report by a committee of their number, the relict having received the Ann after
his death, quhilk could not have been done if the kirk had been planted. But the committee
having supplicat in his behalf, that seeing he is willing to remove therefra, and considering
how incumbent it was to extend their care for settling of thair brother, being an actual min,
without anie blame of life these thirteen years, in some convenient place elsewhere, and having
spoken to Lord Yester that he may be provided at the new kirk of Drumelzier, and received
by the Presb. of Peebles to the effect that he may be entered there as ane preacher of their
number, ay and quhill it be erected into a district paroch kirk, which the Synod finds resonable
and recommends in terms thereof—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Reg. Pres.]
1643. ARCHIBALD DUGLASSE, A.M., studied and acquired his degree at the Univ. of Edin-
burgh 28th July 1627, became schoolmaster of Musselburgh, and was licen, by the Presb. of
Dalkeith 27th Oct. 1631, nominated by the Presb. jure devoluto 11th May 1642, adm. 5th,
collatted 19th April, and inst, 8th May 1643; trans, to Salton 26th Aug. 1646–LReg. Lawr.
Univ. Edin, Presb. Reg., &c.]
334 - PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
1647. JoHN STIRLING, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews in
1641, nominated by the Presb. 30th Sept. 1646, ord, 10th March 1647; called to North
Berwick, but the Presb. refused to translate 9th Aug. 1649; trans, however, to Edinburgh
(Tron Ch.) in 1650.-[Act Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb. Reg., Acts of Ass., Peterkin's Records.]
1651. JoHN DICKSONE, A.M., studied and was laureated by the Univ. of Edinburgh 28th
July 1648, servitor in the family of John, Earl of Lauderdale, licen. by the Presb. of Peebles
26th Sept. 1649, called in May 1650, ord, and adm. 18th Dec. 1651 ; died in Aug. 1658,
aged about 30, in 7th min. He marr. 25th Jan. 1653, Alisone Kinneir, who survived
him, and received in 1660, the vacant stipend of 1649, by gift from the heritors—[Reg.
Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Reg. (Marr, and Bur), &c.] -
1663. JoHN BROUNE, A.M., probably studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Glas-
gow in 1649, pres. by , coll. 20th Nov. and inst. 3d Dec. 1663, following ; died in
1688, aged about 59, James, a brother's son becoming executor.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii.,
Presb., and Test. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.] .
1694. ROBERT Colvill, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh .
17th June 1682, ord. 16th March 1694; trans, to Glenluce 14th March 1699.—[Edin. Grad,
Presb., and Sess. Reg.]
1699. ARCHIBALD MUIR, studied divinity at the Univ. of Glasgow, licen. by the Presb. of
Peebles, called 16th May, and ord, 15th Aug. 1699 ; removed to Garvald on the union of the
parishes in 1702.-[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Sess., and Presb. Reg.]
GLADSMUIR,
Proposed to be erected 13th July 1642. A Decreet for it was given by the Commission for Plantation
of Kirks 28th Feb. 1650, on the recommendation of the Presb. 16th Jan. previous. It took no effect,
however, through the troubles that supervened, except building the kirk which was completed and ready
for regular supply, 9th Feb. 1660. The united Presb. 18th Nov. 1690, recommended that it should be made
effectual, and it was accordingly disjoined from the parishes of Haddington, Aberlady, and Tranent 10th
Aug. 1691, and erected by the Lords Commissioners 29th July 1692; but neither manse nor glebe was
formally designed till 1723. *
1687. MUNGo WATSONE, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 27th
July 1663, was a min. 6th July 1687, when the first meeting of Presbyterian min. took
place after the Toleration, called before 6th Oct. thereafter, was a member of the Assemblies
1690, 1692, and was again called unanimously 26th April of the latter year. In 1695 he got
a new church built, and the site changed. After receiving calls from Tranent and Liberton
that year, and from Linlithgow in the year following, he died 14th July 1700, in his 57th
year.
- “Pius doctusque fuit, fidusque minister.
Rerum Sacrarum lampas eratgue micans.”
The insicht and librarie were estimat at iſ li, Inventar, and debts viij xx li iijs vd.
GLADSMUIR. 3.35
He marr. Helen Young, who survived him, and had sons and daughters.—[Edin. Grad.,
Syn., Presb., Sess., Test, and Edin. Reg. (Marr, and Bur), Reg. Gen. Ass., Monteith's Mort,
New St. Act, &c.] - -
1701. John BELL, A.M., trans. fr. Broughton, called 12th June, and adm. 27th Aug. ;
died of a violent fever 30th Oct. 1707, in 32d age and 11th min. The insicht and books
were estimat at iij" ii Inventary, and debts j'"v" lxxviijli iijs. v.d. He marr. Janet Lear-
mond, who survived him, and left issue. In 1711 it was stated to the Presb. that “her
husband's books not having been disposed of, she would like the brethren to take them among
them at the price put on them by the booksellers;” which was done in fourteen equal shares.
—Publications—An ingenious and scientific Discourse of Witchcraft, (anon.), 1705, 12mo.
Abridgement and Alphabetical Index of the Acts of the General Assemblies of the Church of
Scotland, (anon), Edin, 1706, 12mo, [Presb., and Test. Reg., Wodrow MSS., Tombst., Wew
St. Acc., &c.] -
1711. JoHN SETHRUM, trans. fr. Newburgh, called 5th Oct. 1710, adm. 25th Jan. following;
after protracted delay, owing to the leading heritors having different persons in view, died at
Perth 9th June 1727, in 26th min. He was the correspondent and friend of Mr. Ralph
Erskine, of Dunfermline, and is said to have been “eminent for clear views of the gospel, and
holiness of practice.” He marr. Mary Dickson, who survived him.—[Presb., and Test. Reg.,
Fraser's Life of R. Erskine, Brown's Gosp. Truth, Wew St. Acc.]
1728. ANDREW RoBERTSON, brother of Mr. Will. R., one of the min. of Edinburgh, licen. by
the Presb. of Dalkeith 3rd Jan. 1727, called 9th, and pres. by Charles, Earl of Hopetoun,
23d Nov., and by Mr. Baillie of Lamington and his tutors 19th Dec. same year, and ord. 28th
March thereafter, in the face of a protest by three elders and others on account of his having
taken the oath of abjuration; died April 1743, in 15th min.—[Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc., &c.]
1744. WILLIAM ROBERTSON, son of Mr. Will. R., one of the min. of Edinburgh, and nephew
of the preceding, born at Borthwick, 8th Sept. 1721, educated at the grammar-school of
Dalkeith, under Mr. John Leslie, entered the Univ. of Edinburgh, where he completed his
academical course with high applause, and after passing trials, was licen. by the Presb. of
Dalkeith 28th June 1743, pres. by John, Earl of Hopetoun and by George II. (on the
ground that the Earl had pres. last vice in Oct. following ; subsequently eight heritors and
three elders asked that he be settled irrespective of the presentation, on the ground simply of
having preached with acceptance, and of being called by ten heritors and six elders, and was
ord. 17th April thereafter. He enlisted as a volunteer in 1745; was a member of
the Gen. Assembly 1746, and at his next attendance in 1751, while seconding the motion
(which was lost by a majority of 200 to 11) of his friend and co-presbyter Mr. John Home,
15th May, for suspending those members of the Presb. of Linlithgow, who had refused to
execute the sentence of former Assemblies by ordaining Mr. Watson, as min. of Torphichen,
developed those principles of ecclesiastical polity which afterwards distinguished him as a
leader in the Church. Here he laid the foundation of his fame as an elegant and philoso-
phical historian, by writing the History of Scotland. Trans. to Edinburgh (Lady Yester's
Ch.,) 2nd May 1758–LStewart's Life, Erskine's Disc. i., Presb. Reg., Carlyle's Autob, Kay's
Portraits, Wew St. Acc., &c.] * * *
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336 PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
[Mr. David Duncan, min, of Stow, was pres, by John, Earl of Hopetoun, 20th July, and a day
fixed for his admission, but he could not attend from illness, and died 22d Oct. 1758.-
Presb. Reg.]
1759. FRANCIs CowAN, licen, by the Presb. of Edinburgh 27th April 1758, pres, by John,
Earl of Hopetoun, in Dec. after, and ord, 5th April following ; died 28th Oct. 1789, in 31st
min. He marr., 16th Nov. 1769, Janet Baillie, who died at Edinburgh, 24th Dec. 1815,
their daugh. Ann, marr, the Rev. Dr. Thomson of Markinch,-LPresb. Reg., New St. Acc., &c.]
1790. GEORGE HAMILTON, fourth son of the Rev. John H., of Bolton, educated at the High
School of Edinburgh, and originally designed for the mercantile profession, licen, by the Presb.
1st April 1788, pres, by Geo. III. in Jan., and ord, 15th April 1790; he was a candidate for the
Professorship of Moral Philosophy in the Univ. of Glasgow in 1797, and had D.D. conferred
by them in Nov. 1804; was elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly 16th May 1805, and died
4th Sept. 1832, in his 76th year, and 43d min. He marr., 9th May 1790, Elizabeth Dickson,
who died 6th July 1825, and had George, min. of Kirkcudbright, Helen, Jane, and Margaret
Coates, who marr. the Rev. Adam Forman, Innerwick,-Publications—Sermon preached for
the Sons of the Clergy, Edin. 1810, 8vo. Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. vii.),
and edited jointly Goldie's Sermons.—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Steven's High School, New St.
Acc. &c.] -
1833. JoHN RAMSAY, A.M., trans. fr. Ormiston, pres. by John, Earl of Hopetoun, in Dec. 1832,
adm. 14th Feb. following; a new church having been built was opened by him 20th Oct. 1839.
He marr., 8th Aug. 1815, Mary, eldest daugh. of the Rev. Andrew Johnston, of Salton, she
died 31st Aug. 1825, and had Mary, marr. Dr. Deas, Catherine, marr. A. W. Robertson,
C.A., Charlotte, marr. A. Cuthbertson, Esq., Greendykes, and Isabella.-Publications—An
account of the game of Curling, Edin. 1811, 8vo. An Inquiry into the Infidelity of the
Present Times, Edin. 1821, 8vo. Sermons on various subjects, with occasional Prayers, Edin.
1862, cr. 8vo. Articles in Brewster's Edin. Encyclopædia. Accounts of Ormiston, and
of Gladsmuir [New St. Acc. ii.] He also edited Scots Magazine lziv., lxv.—[Presb. Reg.,
New St. Acc. &c.]
KEITH-HUMBIE, Now HUMBIE, 3.
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Abbey of Kelso.
1590. DAVID OGILL, A.M., attained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1583, offi-
ciated at Garvald in 1589, and was adm. 25th July 1590. In 1592 Keith Marischal was
also under his charge, but “he hes na stepend therefrom ;” trans, to Barra in 1594.—[Mun.
Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb. Reg., Reg. Assig, and Pres., Pitcairn's Cr. Trials i.]
1595. JoBN FoRREST, A.M., trans. fr. Prestonkirk, had testimonials from the Presb. of
TXunbar, where he had lived three years in life and doctrine unreproveable, pres, to the Vicarage
by James VI. previous to 13th, and adm. 21st Jan. 1595 ; continued in 1597, and was trans.
to Whitekirk before 1599.-[Presb., and Edin. Presb. Reg., Reg. Assig, and Pres. (Caut.)]
1602. PATRICK CARKETTILL, A.M., trans. fr. Stenton, adm. in June ; pres. to the Vicarage by
James VI. 2nd April 1603; died between 6th April 1616 and 20th Feb. 1617; Eliz.
HUMETE. 337
Gregg, widow; a son, John, was served heir, who settled in Poland, or Muscovy, after the
war, and from whom descended Mr. Christopher Henry Karketle, bursar from the Synod of
Lithuania to the Univ. of Edinburgh, and after being licen. abroad, visited Scotland, and
preached in several of the principal towns.—[Presb. Reg., Reg. Pres, and Assig, Ing. Ret.
Edin. 726, Wodrow's Anal., Calderwood's Hist]
1617. JoHN COKBURNE, A.M., son of John C., quheill-wricht, burges of Haddington, master
quheill-wricht and gunner in the Castle of Edinburgh, studied and acquired his degree at the
Univ. of St. Andrews in 1612, pres, by James VI, 30th Jan., coll—, and adm. (by the Synod)
4th Nov. 1617, inst. in March 1618. In 1627 there were “threttene scoir of communicants in
the par. of H., and thrie scoir in the par. of Keith,” while there was “gritt necessitie of ane
schoole.” In May 1643, “Lord Humbie (Sir Adam Hepburn) recommended the establishing
a manufactory for educating of the poor and young, and restraining the villanous and sturdy
beggars.” Mr. C. demitted before 23d Aug. 1648, “in respect of his age and infirmity,”
reserving his rights to the manse, glebe, and grass, and receiving v" merks yearly from the
heritors. After his death viii Xijs, was given to his son James, by the Kirk-Session of
Crichton.—[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Reg. Pres., et Sec. Sigill., Presb., Sess., and Crichton
Sess. Reg., Stat. Reports 1627.]
1646. THOMAS CHARTERIs, A.M., fourth son of Mr. Henry C., Professor of Divinity in the
Univ. of Edinburgh, where he studied and was laureated 25th July 1635, called 19th April,
having “served here in preaching now and then some bygone years,” and was ord, (helper and
colleague), 6th Oct. 1646; died, between 27th June and 27th Oct., 1647, in 31st age, and
1st min. He freely gifted before his death xviijli vs., which was depursed as follows—For
a bason for baptisme iij Ii vjs viijd. For a bason for the Elements viii. For two quart
stolps viijli xviijs. iiijd.—[Craufurd’s Hist. Univ. Edin, Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Presb., Sess,
and Edin. Reg. (Bapt), Ing. Ret. Gen. 3943, dºc.]
1649. JAMES CALDERWOOD, A.M., son of Will. C., in Dalkeith, studied and was graduated
at the Univ. of Edinburgh in July 1642, licen, by Presb. of Dalkeith 9th Sept. 1647, ord, 28th
March 1649; conforming to Episcopacy, he was pres. by Charles II, 4th Oct. 1662, and had
a charter of the lands of Whythurgh, 27th June 1677; and died, between 17th July and 27th
Nov., 1679, aged about 58, in 31st min. His librarie, with the half of the insicht, was estimat
at j" merks, but the debts exceeded the goods. He marr., 10th Nov. 1663 Beatrix
Congletoun, who survived him, and had two daugh, Jean, who marr. Robert, brother of Will.
Hepburne of Beanstoune, and Margaret.—[Reg. Laur. Univ. Edin., Old Dec. iii., Sec. Sigill.,
and Pres., Presb., Sess. and Test. Reg., Ing. Ret. Haddingt. 347, Gen. 6481, &c.]
1681. JAMES COOPER, trans. fr. Mochrum, pres, by John, Bishop of Edinburgh, in May, inst—,
and adm. 30th June ; deprived in 1695, for non-jurancy; was inst. to the Curacy of Holy
Island same year, and died in the beginning of 1701. He marr. Marjery, daugh, of Cooke of
Tweedinston, and had a son.—[Presb., and Holy Island Reg, Acts of Ass, 1690, MS. Acc. of
Min. 1689, Hutcheson's Hist. of Worthumberland, Playfair's Baronet. iii.]
1696. JAMES HAMILTON, called 12th Aug. and ord, 25th Sept. ; died Nov. 1699, in 4th
min.—[Presb, and Barra Sess. Reg.] -
1701. WILLIAM ADAMS, A.M., acquired his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 16th Sept.
338 PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
1695, was schoolmaster of Prestonpans in Dec. 1700, called 1st Jan. and ord, 16th April
1701; he refused to subscribe the Formula, having done so formerly, alledging there was
“no need of repeating these engagements,” and was rebuked by the Synod, while the Presb.
were charged to keep a watchful eye over him, and two of his brethren, holding similar opinions.
He joined in a complaint to the Assembly 1705, against “these tyrannical impositions,” but
it was refused to be heard, and he and his associates only left upon a second order from her
Majesty's Commissioner, Will, Marquis of Annandale, and were hooted and reproached as
incendiaries by the crowd at the door. He demitted, 26th Oct., but was urged by the
heritors, “and all the parish,” to remain, as there had been no important difference; he still
adhered to his demission, adding, “because the large extent of the par. made it uneasie for
him,” which was accepted 4th Nov. 1714, he went to Edinburgh ; commenced business as a
printer, was committed prisoner to the Tolbooth, 13th April 1717, along with Walter, son of
Ruddiman the grammarian, for printing a pamphlet, called “Mercy, Now or Never,” but after
two days confinement was admitted to bail, and died 13th Dec. 1730, aged 54, in 30th min.
He marr., in March 1704, Janet, daugh, of Mr. Will. Thomson, writer, Edinburgh, and had three
sons and two daughters.-[Presb., Syn., Sess, Edin. Presb., and Edin. Reg. (Marr), Wodrow
MSS., and Anal., Edin. Grad.] -
1715. JoHN CUMING, trans. fr. Eyemouth, pres, by Geo. T., and adm. 28th June ; he got
the church enlarged and improved, and 14th Dec. 1725 the roof of the manse was ordered to
be taken off, and “Sclated all new with nails and fogg;” a libel was raised against him by the
laird of Humbie and others regarding his conduct in secular matters, from which he was
assoilzied by the Gen. Assembly 13th May 1731 ; died 26th Feb. 1754, in 75th age, and
46th min. He marr. Clara Stewart, who died before 23d Dec. 1714 ; 2dly, Jean, daugh.
of John Cuming, elder, merchant, Edinburgh ; she died 26th Feb. 1759, aged 75.—[Presb.,
Syn., and Test. Reg., Tombst., Acts of Ass. 1731, &c.]
1754. ROBERT DUNDAs, licen. by the Presb. of Edinburgh 24th Oct. 1753, pres. by Archi-
bald Christie, Esq., of Keith, in Aug., and ord, 31st Dec. 1754; died 31st May 1767, in 13th
min. He marr. 22d Feb. 1760, Elizabeth, daugh. of Mr Tho. Turnbull, min. of Borthwick
she survived him, lived to a good old age, and had two sons, Sir David, K.B., Field-Marshal
and Commander-in-Chief, and Sir Robert, Bart., of Dunira, one of the Principal Clerks of
Session, and a daugh. Henry.—[Presb., and Test. Reg., Cockburn's Memorials.]
1768. HENRY SANGSTER, a native of Gamrie, Banffsh., became tutor in the family of
Rutherford of Edgerston, licen. by the Presb. of Jedburgh 3d Oct. 1764, pres, by Geo. III, in Aug.
1767, and ord. 21st Jan. thereafter ; he got a new church built in 1800, and died at Perth 6th
April 1820, in his 82d year, and 53d min, “a man of great shrewdness and sagacity.” He
marr. 21st Jan. 1768, Isabel, daugh. of Pat. Yeaman, Esq., of Blacklaw, she died in Dec.
1802, and had John, min. of Garvald, Patrick, manufacturer, and Robert, banker, Perth,
Mrs James Fitchie, Deanfield, Meigle, and Isabella, who marr, his successor in the benefice—
Publications—Accounts of Humbie, and of Pencaitland (Sinclair's St. Acc. vi., xvii.).-
[Presb. Reg., &c.] * , - - - -
1817. JAMES MACFARLANE, son of Alex. M., farmer in Strathbran, licen. by the Presb. of
Linlithgow 12th Oct. 1803, and ord. by them 15th Feb. 1811, as assist. to the preceding,
MOREIAM. - 339
pres. by John, Earl of Hopetoun in Feb., and adm. (assist and suc.) 22d April 1817; died 18th
Jan. 1844, in 33d min. He marr. Isabella, youngest daugh, of the former incumbent, she
died 28th Feb. 1847, and had Henry, Surgeon, R. N., and others.-Publication—Account of
the parish (New St. Acc. ii.)—[Presb. Reg., &c.] -
REITH-MARISCHAL, OR KEITH,
The parish was united to Humbie by the Commissioners of Parliament in Feb. 1618.
1589. JoHN NIMMILL, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews
in 1583. He shewed the brethren, 15th Aug. the sad condition of Keith M., haiffing travellit
sa lang, that he was not abill to interteine himself, and haiffing his recourse thairto from Edin-
burgh euerie Sounday, was not abill to travell any longer on fut thairto. And Seing thair
was na stipend to be had thair he desyrit the brethren tak his excuse pleasandlie, and in speciall
for his weaknes of bodie as he is not abill for travell. Quhairfoir he discharges himself of the
cure—[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb. Reg.] -
MOREIAM,
The smallest parish in East Lothian. A proposal was made to have it united to Barra, but as some of
the heritors objected, it came to nothing.
1567. JoHN QUHYTE, having for stipend the thryd of the Parsonage being xvi fi xiijs. iiijd.
with the kirk lands. In 1574 he appears merely as Reader, but was again promoted before
1576; continued in 1580–LReg. Min, and Assig, Wodrow Miscell.]
1585. DANIEL WALLACE ; adm. previous to this date. In 1589 complaint was made that
“he has usit to pas to the kirk of Prestoun Some Sundays, and left his own cure vacant.” At
the Visitation 17th Aug. 1626, “it being found the min. had beine somewhat remiss in the
afternoon’s service on the Sabbath day, he is appoynted in tyme coming euerie Sabbath day at
afternoune either to examine or preach ; he is most willing to doe the same, and regraittis
that he cannot haue ane auditorie.” He died in Dec. 1631. His librarie was estimat to
xxx fi, utencils, &c., at lxxx merks, he had two Women servants, one at ix, and another at
vijli, Frie geir amounted to jºiiij xxj ii vjs. viijd. He marr. Elspeth Dicksoune, who
survived him, and had two daugh, Elspeth and Margaret.—[Reg. Assig., Presb., and Test.
Reg., Calderwood's Hist, Wodrow Miscell, M'Crie's Melville ii.] -
1632. THOMAS TURNEBULL, A.M., Son of Arch. T., of Windigoul, studied and attained his
degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews in 1616, had testimonials from the Presb. of Cupar, and
after passing secondary trials, was recommended 25th July for ordination, adm. by John,
Archbishop of St. And, and inst. in Sept. 1632; he was accused, 7th Sept. 1652, of fre-
quenting the ale-house, and of having occasionally no sermon on Sabbath, though going about
till the end of the week; he was suspended in 1653, and deposed 28th Feb. 1656, for
“negligence in his calling, solemnizing a clandestine marriage between Robt. Seatoun and
Lady Anne Montgomery,” &c. A pecuniary contribution was given him in March 165 9,
when he was residing in Tranent.—[Act Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb. Reg.] -
340 PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
1657. JoséPH PROVANE, A.M., trans. fr. Garvald, called in Sept. 1656, and adm. 4th March
following ; coll, 5th Dec. 1662 ; died, before 10th March, 1663, aged about 44, in 10th min.
He marr. Janet Duncan, who survived him, and had a son.-LPresb., and Test. Reg., Reg.
Collat.] -
1663. ANDREW MELVIN, having probably had a previous charge, of which he was not in
possession 8th July 1659, coll. 29th Oct. 1663, inst., between 7th April and 5th May, 1664;
died in Feb. 1689. The insicht was estimat at j" merks, and the Frie geir at iſ xxxix lijs.
viijd. He marr. Elizabeth Douglas, who died in 1695, and had a son, Andrew, and a daugh.
Margaret.—[Reg. Collat, Presb., Test, and Edin. Reg.(Bapt.)]
1693. WILLIAM RUSSELL, trans. fr. Culter, adm. in 1693 ; deposed by a committee of
Synod 28th Dec. 1697, for “contumacy,” in not going to supply “the north * when ordered
by the Assembly which was affirmed by the Synod 5th May 1698, in terms of the Act of
Assembly 5th Aug. 1648; the sentence was taken off by the Assembly 28th Jan. 1699, on
his application and promise of subjection, &c.—[MS. Acc. of Min. 1689, Acts of Ass.]
1699. THOMAS FINDLAY, licen. by the Presb. of Chirnside (the first after their separation
from Dunse) 3d Nov. 1698, called 15th Feb., and ord, 20th April 1699 ; trans. to Preston-
kirk 4th Nov. 1702–LPresb. Reg.]
1704. JoHN DALRYMPLE, A.M., studied and acquired his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh
28th June 1697, licen. by the Presb. of Peebles 28th Jan. 1702, called 26th Jan. and ord,
27th April, 1704; demitted 25th Jan., which was accepted 14th Feb. 1706. Being in poverty,
and distempered both in body and mind, his mother applied to the Gen. Assembly 21st April
1707 for assistance, who recommended him for charitable supply, which was responded to by
various kirk-sessions. He died in Edinburgh 10th Feb. 1716, aged 36, in 10th min-LEdin.
Grad, Presb., Innerwick Sess, and Edin. Reg. (Bur), Reg. Gen. Ass. 1707.] :
1706. JAMEs SMITH, tutor in the family of Dalrymple of Cousland, and afterwards in that
of the Hon. Lord Arniston, licen. by the Presb. of Dalkeith 26th Oct. 1703, called 29th
Aug., and ord, 24th Sept 1706 ; trans, to Cramond 7th Nov. 1711–IWood's Hist, of Cra-
mond, Presb. Reg., &c.]
[Mr. RobHRT KIRK, was pres, by Sir David Dalrymple 9th Sept. 1712, and was allowed to
supply, but could not be settled, it being contrary to the Acts of Assembly to settle Bursars
having Irish in the Lowlands.-Presb. Reg.j -
1714. JoHN BARCLAY, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 27th
April 1705, licen, by the Presb. of Middlebie 19th Aug. 1713, pres. by Sir David Dalrymple
of Hailes, Bart., in Dec. following, and ord, 13th April thereafter ; he was pres. to Preston-
kirk in April 1733, but the translation was refused by the Commission of Assembly in May
1734; died 11th Dec. 1752, in 39th min., having been “a good sensible man, with not many
words or topics of conversation, but a great mathematician.” Janet Stirling, his relict, died
21st July 1792. A daugh, Janet, marr. Mr Arch. Blair, min. of Garvald.—[Edin. Grad,
Presb. Reg., Carlyle's Autob., &c.]
1753. JAMES PURDIE, A.M., trans. fr. Guthrie, pres, by Sir David Dalrymple, of Hailes,
Bart., in April, and adm. 19th July ; died 22d May 1766, aged about 64, in 32d min. He was
highly esteemed by the populace, and used, at the dispensation of the Communion, to draw
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crowds by a tent preaching, for which the Glen is well fitted. Elizabeth Clark, his relict,
died 6th June 1774.—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
1766. PATRICK CARFRAE, son of John C., tenant in Carniehaugh, licen, by the Presb. 5th
March 1765, pres, by Sir David Dalrymple, of Hailes, Bart., one of the Lords of Session, 1st July,
and ord. 20th Nov. 1766; trans. to Dunbar 25th Aug. 1795.-[Presb., and Yester Sess. Reg.]
1796. JoHN STEELE, a native of Perthsh, licen. by the Presb. of Linlithgow 22d Feb. 1786,
pres, by Miss Christian Dalrymple of Hailes in March, and ord. 12th May 1796; died 17th
Sept. 1831, in his 72d year, and 36th min. He took great delight in witnessing the progress
of youthful intelligence, and attended the annual examination of almost all the schools in the
presbytery. If in his power to promote the interest of young men, either by counsel or service,
he was always ready ; and when to his obliging disposition was added a jocular temper and
agreeable manners, it need scarcely be added he was a special favourite with all classes. His
frugal savings were sorely reduced, and himself involved, by readily complying with the wishes
of another, whom he had long known, and trusted as a friend. He marr. 14th April 1801,
Isabella, daugh, of Mr. Tho. Blair, deputy-comptroller of the Stamp Office, Edinburgh, she
died 3d March 1832–1’resö., and Sym. Reg., Kay's Portraits i., &c.]
1832. JAMES FoRSYTH, licen. by the Presb. of Glasgow 3d Feb. 1819, ord. by the Presb. of
Dalkeith 26th June 1829, as assist. at Inveresk, pres, by Miss Christian Dalrymple of Hailes in
Feb., and adm. 10th May 1832; ' trans, to Aberdeen (West Ch.), and adm. 10th Nov. 1843.
Bad D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Glasgow, 26th April 1844. He marr, 13th Sept. 1832,
Elizabeth, daugh. of Rob. Brown, Esq. of Gilston, she died 28th Jan. 1854, and had issue ;
2dly, 21st Aug. 1855, a daugh, of the Rev. Alex. Simpson of Strichen.—Publications—Two
single Sermons, Edin. 1832-1850, 12mo, Sermon VI. (Ch. of Scotland Pulp. i.) Account of
the parish (New St. Acc, ii.)—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
NORTH BERWICK.
The Church was dedicated to St. Andrew, and previous to the Reformation belonged to the Cistertian
Nunnery at North Berwick.
1567. JoHN YoUNG, having also charge of Golyn and Aldham, with a stipend of ij" merks;
trans. to Dunse in 1568.-[Reg. Min.]
1568. PATRICK CREICH, formerly of Ratho; deposed in Nov. Same year. He was again
admitted by the Assembly in March 1572, to read the prayers at Haddington, if he and the
town could agree.—[Reg. Min, Bannatyne's Journal.]
1571. THOMAS MAKGHIE, a native of Galloway, entered at beltane. In 1572 he signed the
Articles drawn by the Synod, and presented by the Superintendent to the Assembly in March ;
in 1574 Basse and Quhyitkirk were also under his care, with a stipend of j xxxiijli vjs viijd,
and the kirk lands; trans, to Golyn before 1576.-[Reg. Min., and Assig, Booke of the Kirk,
Wodrow Miscell.] -
1576. THOMAS GREG, when Quhitkirk, Auldhame, and Bass, formed part of the cure. He
342 PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
was pres, to the Parsonage of Bass by James VI. 16th Dec. 1581, and to N. Berwick by John
Home of North Berwick in Jan., coll, 8th, and inst. 11th Feb. 1587. He was grieved at the
parishioners 22d Oct. 1589, except the gentlemen, and a few of the town, as they attended
not the sermons in the afternoon, while “the Sabboyth was prephanit by pyping and danc-
ing;” he was forbidden by the Presb. 5th Aug. 1601 to proclaim Lord Angus's son, and on
his lordship complaining to them on 12th, the reason given is that his son “is only thirteen
years of age.” Mr. G. was a member of Assembly 1590, and died in Oct. 1603. His utencils,
left a son, Mr Alexander, min. of Drummelzier, and a daugh. Margaret. In his last will he
desires “Sir John Home of North Berwick, gif it sall please God to prolong his days, that
he wald keep the promise he maid concerning his son, and be a father to his dochter.—[Reg.
Assig, and Pres, Presb., and Test. Reg., Bacheq. Buik, Booke of the Kirk, Calderwood's
Hist, M'Crie's Melville ii., Wodrow Miscell.] .
1604, JoHN ADAMSONE, A.M., Regent in the Univ. of Edinburgh, adm, before 11th, and
pres, by Sir John Home of North Berwick, 19th April. Owing to old tacks, little provision
could be got for him. On the question being put 31st Oct. 1604, whether the vicarage sen
beltane last be of the year 1603 or 1604, the Presb. expressed opinion that in accordance
with Act of Assembly, and determination of last Synod, the vicarage fruits in question were
of the year 1604, and that a just half belonged to Mr John. He complained to the Presb.
24th Sept. 1606, “that the guidman of North Berwick had smitten him on the cheik, when
it was thought Mr John suld not teiche thair quhill farder advisment,” and “that three breth-
ren with Mr John suld compeir before the Counsell to complene upon the iniurie foirsaid.” It
wes ordainit, 21st Jan. 1607, that Sir John Home of N. Berwick be chargit to compeir befoir
the Presb. the eleventh of February to answer for the sclander of the iniurie committit be
him against his pastor, in the violent Smyting of him with his fauldit neiff on the face, upon
the xxj. of Sept. last, being the Sabboth day. Compeirt Sir John H. 25th Feb., “and being
accused of the iniurie foirsaid denyit the samine, this far he confessed that upon certane words
betwixt Mr John and him of set purpois, he schott Mr John from him, ruidlie giving him a
doupe with his neife, and that Mr John casting up his airme to kep it, his thowme staid upone
his cheick and hurt it. He confessed farder, that the injurie, indignitie, and skaith, quhilk he
did thair by, was no less than if had given him a cuff, and that he was then reddie to submit as
the Presb. suld think meitt. In respect Sir John hes not made a cleir confessione of the fact as
it wes done, and as the brethren ar informed it is tryed alreddie befoir the Counsell; as also in
respect Mr John hes taiken in hand to prove that Sir John did violentlie Smyt him upon the
cheik with his folded neif, the brethren summonds Sir John apud acta to compeir befoir the
Provinciall Assemblie of Lowthian and Tweddaill upon Tysday the 3d of March nixt to hear
probatione led in the said maitter.” His continuing there, however, was thought undesirable
and he was therefore trans. to Liberton in 1609–LPresb, and Test. Reg., Crawfurd’s Univ.
Edin, Reg. Assig., Calderwood's Hist.] - -
1610. THOMAS BANNATYNE, A.M., trans. fr. Castletown, pres, by James VI. 8th Oct. 1609,
appointed by the Synod (in a majority of eight) 1st, and adm. 25th Nov. 1610. On 5th
Aug. 1618 he complained of a son of one of the heritors reviling the Min, and Session ; and
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on the Presb. ordering the person to be summoned, he at next meeting reported that he had
satisfied the Session. At the Visitation, 24th May 1621, it was alleged he did not “await
on his studies, attend his calling, visit the seik as he suld, and neglected the poore.” He was,
however, trans. to Douglas, after 27th June following.—[Reg. Pres., and Assig., Presb., and
Sess. Reg., Calderwood's Hist, &c.] -
1622. MICHAEL GILBERT, son of Mr Tho. G., advocate, Edinburgh, long on the exercise at
St. Andrews, pres, by James VI. Having been sent to preach, commissioners appeared 4th
July, “and reported with uniforme consent, in name of the whole people that thai were not
content, and that universallie the people had no lyking of him, and thaucht him not meit
for that place.” After hearing his trials, on 15th August, “The brethren commends and
allowes his gift and holie affectioun, judges him able to enter the ministrie quhair it sall please
God to call him with consent of the congregation, but in respect of the place of N. Berwick
quherunto the Gen. Assemblie holden at Aberdein hes thowcht meet ane man of singular gifts
of authoritie and experience, also in respect of the commissioners of the parochin dissenting,
therefore we thinke him not meit for that place.” A letter was penned accordingly “to my Lord
of St. Androis, bearing the Presb. judgment anent the said Michaels not qualification.” (The
parishioners recommended Mr John Home to the Archbishop, who in a letter to the Presb.
11th Sept., authorised him to preach thair, being an actual min. befoir, till sic tyme that I
procure His Majesty's presentation to him.” This letter being red and considerit the brethren
marvellit that his Lordship had nominat the said Mr John before the Presb, had been
acquaintit there with according to his promise in his former letter. On which they made a
reply, and recommended his Lordship to place Mr Henry Blyth, min. of Holyrood House, in
that kirk “as a man, in our judgment, without controversie, most meet conforme to the Act
of Assemblie at Aberdeen.”) Seeing the parishioners were divided in opinion Mr Michael was
coll. 16th Jan., and inst. (after 6th) Feb. 1622. Dissatisfaction continuing, the par. with
concurrence of the Presb, ask the Archbishop to appoint Mr Thomas Hogg, it being understood
that he had promised to secure Mr Michael as good a living within a year, and particularly
Carluke, which was about to vaik. Mr Michael, however, “allutterlie refused to give up N.
Berwick, and would not have Carluke.” Mr William Rollock was named by the Archbishop
6th Feb. 1628, in the prospect of Mr Michael being provided for in Moray, but the par., after
hearing Mr William, still wished to have Mr Hogg, Mr Michael was trans, to Garvock in
1628.-[Presb, and Test. Reg., Reg. Sec. Sigill, Pres, (and Cawt), M'Crie's Melville i.]
1628. HENRY AICKINHEID, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
27th July 1622, pres. by Charles I. 2d March, passed trials, and got a testimonial 4th Sept.
for ordination, coll.—, adm.—, and inst. 5th Oct. 1628; regret was expressed in 1629 at the
“estait of the Erle of Angus his hous in N. Berwick.” Orders were given in 1635 “to mak
open the Lady Bass's ile, that the people may have rowme in time of divine service.” Mr A.
died (before 16th Feb.) 1649, aged about 47, in 21st min. He left in legacie to the church,
a Silver Cup for the Communion. He marr. Anna Ker, who died in, or before, 1689, and
had a son, Archibald, and two daugh., Helen and ISSobell, who marr. Arch. Riddel, and James
Rige.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Pres., Sec. Sigill, and Old Dec. ii., iv., Presb., and Test. Reg.,
New St. Acc.]
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344 PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
1649. ARCHIBALD TURNER, A.M., trans, fr. Borthwick, called , and adm. 18th Dec. ;
a new church was agreed to be built in 1656, but Balgone and others, wishing it nearer the
centre of the parish, which was objected to on the ground that there would be no convenience
there between sermons, it was not erected till 1659 or 1660, within a few yards of the former
site. Mr T. was trans, to Edinburgh (Old Ch.) in 1662–LPresb., and Sess. Reg., Reg. See.
Sigill, and Collat.] -
1663. WILLIAM WALKER, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
19th July 1660, licen. by George, Bishop of Edinburgh, 10th Oct. 1662, pres, by Charles II.
4th Dec. following, coll, 27th Jan., and inst. 24th Feb. 1663; died in Sept. 1682, aged about
43, in 20th min. His haill librarie was estimat at iiij merks, and the insicht at iſ merks,
but the debts exceeded the goods. He marr. Margaret Ramsay, and had two daugh., Eliza-
beth who marr. James Ruthven, broth. to Sir Will. R. of Trumglass, and Marie, who marr.
John Hepburn of Kingston; 2dly, in Oct. 1667, Jean, daugh. of Bishop Wishart in Canongate,
who survived him.—[Reg. Collat., Sec. Sigill, and Pres, Edin. Grad., Presb., Dunbar Presb.,
Sess., and Test. Reg., Fountainhall's Dec. i.]
1683. ANDREW GUILD, trans. fr. Kirkmichael, pres, by Charles II. 7th Dec. 1682, adm.
before 26th April after; deprived by the Priv. Council 29th Aug. 1689, for not reading the
Proclamation of the Estates, not praying for their Majesties, William and Mary, but for James
VII. He alledged the proclamation came not to hand in due time, that upon hearing thereof
he did immediately pray for their Majesties, and observed the thanksgiving. Being removed
and called in, however, he declared that he then had scruples, and was not yet free to read the
proclamation.—[Min.-book Reg. Priv. Seal, Reg. Sec. Sigill, Presb. Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min.
1689, Rule's Sec. Vindication, &c.]
1690. JoHN HERBERT, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Glasgow 27th July
1676, he was forfeited for being present at Clock-Lownie, Ayrsh., when some men were exer-
cising arms, and iij" merks of his were seized, which the Estates of Parliament 3d July 1690,
recommended to his Majesty's favour, in respect of the singularity of the case, pres, by William
and Mary after 7th Jan. same year, was a member of Assembly in Oct. following; and died at
Edinburgh 14th July 1691, aged about 36.-[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Acts Parl. ix., Leven and
Melv. Pap, Sess., and Edin. Reg. (Bur), Wodrow’s Hist, Reg. Gen. Ass., &c.]
1692. MATTHEW REID, A.M., second son of Mr Matt. R., min. Of Hoddam, studied and
obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 30th Nov. 1687, ord, 13th Jan. 1692, was a
member of Assembly same year ; and died 9th Jan. 1730, aged about 62, in 38th min. He
is stated to have been “a man of good sense, and frank agreeable temper, who could talk to
good purpose, and was very useful in the bounds.” At the visitation in 1706 the Presb.,
seeing that there was a large bell standing in the end of the church, useless for want of a
steeple, recommended to the Heritors “to build one with convenience.” Mr R. marr., 24th
Feb. 1693, Anna, daugh. of Rob. Atchison of Sydserf, and had two sons, Hugh of Sydserf,
M.D., and Matthew, min. of Prestonpans, and a daugh. Anne, who marr. the succeeding in-
cumbent.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, Presb., Syn., Sess., and Test. Reg. (Dumf), Wodrow's
MSS., Carlyle's Autob., Wew St. Acc., &c.]
1729. GEORGE MURRAY, studied divinity at the Univ. of Glasgow, licen, by the Presb. of
NORTH BERWICK. 345
Earlston 17th Jan. 1717, and was afterwards resident in the Presb. of Dalkeith, pres, by Sir Hew
Dalrymple of North Berwick, Bart., 30th Sept., and ord. (colleague and suc.) 29th Oct. 1729 ;
died 8th Dec. 1757, in 29th min. He marr. in Jan. 1730, Anne, daugh, of the former min.,
and had a son Matthew, who succeeded to the benefice, and two daugh., who died un-
married.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb., and Sess. Reg., Carlyle's Autob., Wew St. Acc., &c.]
1758. MATTHEW MURRAY, son of the former, licen, by the Presb. 7th Sept. 1756, pres. by
Sir Hew Dalrymple of North Berwick, Bart. in April, and ord. 20th July 1758; he got a new
church built in 1770, and died 13th Aug. 1791, in his 56th year and 34th min. He marr.
28th Oct. 1772, Anne, daugh. of Mr John Hill, one of the min. of St Andrews, she died 20th
Jan. 1803, and had George, afterwards min. Hugh, accountant of Excise, an industrious
author, who for several years edited the Scots Magazine, Ann, who marr. John Renton, Esq.,
W.S., Janet, who marr. the Rev. James Robertson, Slamannan, and another who marr.
Captain Fordyce of the 18th Foot.—[Presb., and Sess. Reg., Ferrie's Life of J. Carstairs, Wew
St. Acc., &c.]
1792. HENRY DAVID HILL, Professor of Greek in the United College, St. Andrews, and
formerly of Denino, pres. by Sir Hew Dalrymple of North Berwick, Bart. in Feb., and adm.
10th May; demitted (which was accepted) 9th June 1795. This was understood to have
been merely a temporary arrangement held for behoof of his sister and her family, until her
son, then pursuing his studies, had completed his course. Dr. Hill held the chair till he died,
14th Feb. 1820, in 58th age and 34th min.—[Presb, Reg., New St. Acc.]
1795. GEORGE MURRAY, A.M., eldest son of Mr Matthew M., and nephew of the preceding,
studied at the Univ. of St Andrews, where he attained his degree in 1791, licen, by the Presb.
thereof 22d April 1795, pres. by Sir Hew Dalrymple Hamilton of North Berwick and Bar-
gany, Bart. 7th July, and ord, 24th Sept. same year; died 17th Aug. 1822, in 50th age and 27th
min. He had a vigorous mind, was a ready speaker in church courts, and in the Bible society,
and was much endeared to his parishioners and friends by his kindly manners. He marr.
19th March 1799 Elizabeth, daugh. of Mr James Renton, merchant in Berwick-upon-
Tweed, who died 1st Feb. 1842, by whom he had the Rev. Matthew, min. at Glasgow and
Professor of Divinity to the Associate Constitutional Presbytery ; George, accountant, Edin-
burgh ; Mr John, min. of Moonzie, and several daughters.-Publications—Evidence of Miracles,
Edin. 1802, 12mo, Sermons and Treatises, Edin. 1823, 8vo.—[St. Andrews Univ. Cal., and
Presb. Reg., Ferrie's Life of J. Carstairs, Wew St. Acc., &c.]
1823. RobBRT BALFOUR GRAHAM, trans, fr. Stenton, pres. by Sir Hew Dalrymple Hamilton
of North Berwick and Bargany, Bart., M.P., in Nov. 1822, adm. 20th March after. Had D.D.
from the Univ. of Glasgow, 3d March 1852, and died 20th Nov. 1855, in 42d min. He was a
good scholar, composed with elegance and fluency, highly evangelical in his discourses, and par-
ticularly excelled in prayer. He marr. 5th Sept. 1815, Mary, youngest daugh. of Duncan
MacNaught, Esq., Greenock, she died 19th April 1817 ; 2dly, 5th Sept. 1820, Christina
Wilson, second daugh. of the Rev. Archibald Laurie, of Hillhouse, D.D., min. of Toudoun, and
had Robert Balfour, Will. Capt. in H.E.I.C.S.; Arch. Campbell, merchant ; Manners H., min.
of Maxton ; Balfour, banker ; Henry Grey and John James.—[Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc., &c.]
346 PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
PENCATTLAND.
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Abbey of Dryburgh; disjoined from the Presb.
of Dalkeith between 30th March 1583 and 11th Oct. 1587.
1580. JAMES GIBSON, trans. fr. Salton, Keith Marischal was also in the charge, to the Vicar-
age of which he was pres, by James VI. 24th Jan. 1583; it was separated however in 1588.
Having great zeal he made an unseemly attack on his Majesty from the pulpit, in Dec. 1585,
saying “I wont before that James Steuart and Lady Elizabeth and Will. Steuart had been the
persecutors of the Kirk ; but now I find plainlie be experience, that the King himselfe hath
been the persecutor,” on hearing which his Majesty had him immediately conveyed to Linlith-
gow, where they had a meeting on the 21st and terminated in his being committed close
prisoner in Edin. Castle. His conduct was brought before the Assembly in Feb. 1587, who de-
clared his language offensive, and suspended him from the ministry during pleasure. Though
not reponed by the Assembly in Aug. following, yet he is still recorded as min. in the Register.
Being summoned before the Priv. Council, and not obeying, he was denounced rebel 15th July
1590, and apprehended between Elphinston and his own house in P. 21st Nov. Submissions
were made by him to his Majesty on 17th and 22d Dec. thereafter, which proved satisfactory,
and he again got his liberty. He had also the charge of Salton 1592-1594. After much
solicitation he obtained the King's permission to preach before the Synod of Lothian 1st Feb.
1597, and was trans, to Tranent same year—[Reg. Assig, and Pres, (and Caut), Presb.
Reg., Petrie, Spotswood, Row, and Calderwood's Hist, Booke of the Kirke, Wodrow’s MS.
Biog. ii., Melville's Autob., M'Crie's Melville.]
1598. ARCHIBALD Oswald, A.M., trans. fr. Tranent, where he had acted as “fellow
minister,” or helper, “without receiving any stipend,” adm. 11th May ; pres, to the Vicarage
of Salton by James VI. 23d Jan. and coll. 16th May 1599, “with this provision, that he sall
demitt quhen it sall pleis God to offer the occasion to ane to be planted there.” He visited Mr
Rob. Bruce at Berwick in 1601, after he had fled from Edinburgh. In 1603 he waited on his
Majesty at Haddington when passing to London after the union of the Crowns. He was a mem-
ber of the Assembly 1608, and appointed by them one of the conference for maintaining unity
among the brethren, which met at Falkland 4th May 1609. In 1627 there were “about sax
hunder communicantis, with a stipend of fyve hundreth merkis, and a school but without main-
tenance ;” he demitted, before 4th, and died 16th Feb. 1631, aged about 71, in 45th min. His
utencils, &c., were estimat at iſ fi. viijs. viijd, Inventarij" xxii. viijs. viijd. He marr. in 1598
Ratharine, daugh. of Adam Weddell, in Preston, and had five sons, John, Archibald, Robert,
James, and Archibald.—[Presb., Sess., Prestonp. Sess, and Test. Reg., Reg. Pres, and Assig.,
Booke of the Kirk, Calderwood's Hist, Melville's Autob., Stat. Reports 1627, Ing. Ret. Gen.
3581.]
1629. JoHN Oswald, A.M., trans. fr. Montrose 2d charge, adm. (helper) 7th July ; pres.
by Charles I, 4th Feb., coll—, and inst. 20th May 1631; he was a member of the Gen. Assembly
1638, and trans, to Aberdeen 17th Nov. 1641–LReg. Sec. Sigill, and Pres, Presb, and Sess.
Reg., Baillie's Lett., Stevenson's Hist, &c.] -
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1641. DAVID CALDERwooD, A.M., formerly of Crailing, was first placed by the Assembly
1638 on the list for supplying vacant parishes as one of those who, “because they would not
fall in with the course of conformity, were obliged to betake themselves to another way of
life, waiting for better days,” pres, by Charles T. 4th Nov., (a previous pres, to Mr. William
Ramsay having been dropt to make way for him) and adm. and coll, 15th Dec. 1641; nominated
to Barra by the parishioners 22d Sept. 1642, but not carried farther, and appointed one of the
visitors of the Univ. of Edinburgh 31st July 1649. He died at Jedburgh 29th Oct. 1650, in
his 76th year and 45th min. Having suffered deeply, and carefully studied the cause of Pres-
bytery, he was elected as a member to six of the eight Assemblies during his latter incum-
bency, where he was ever zealous in promoting what he considered to be right. With unbend-
ing integrity, indefatigable industry, and high consistency, he maintained with undaunted
firmness his opinions, and to his honesty and piety added much acuteness and learning, al-
though he had little toleration for those by whom he was opposed. Besides many others,
“twelve kists full of books were scattered among his friends in different places,” shewing he
neither spared labour nor money in procuring materials for investigating and enriching his
numerous works connected with the history and government of the Church.-Publications—
Protestation and Treatise from Scotland, 1608. De Regimine Ecclesiae Scoticanae brevis Re-
latio, Lond. 1618, 8vo. Solution of Doctor Resolvtus his Resolutions for Kneeling, 1619,
4to. Perth Assembly, 1619, 4to. Parasynagma Perthense, 1620, 4to. Defence of our Ar-
guments against Kneeling in the act of receiving the sacramental Elements of Bread and
Wine, 1620, 12mo. The Speech of the Church of Scotland to her Beloved Children, 1620, 12mo.
Quoeres concerning the State of the Church of Scotland, 1621, 12mo. The First and Second
Books of Discipline, 1621, 4to. The Altar of Damascus, 1621, 12mo. Reply to Dr Morton's
General Defence of three nocent Ceremonies, 1622, 4to. Paraclesis contra D. Tileni Silesi Par-
aenesin ad Scotos Genevensis disciplinae zeolotas Conscriptam, 1622, 12mo. Altare Damascenum,
1623, 4to. Exhortation of the particular Kirks of Christ in Scotland to their sister Kirk in
Edinburgh, 1624, 12mo. Epistle to a Christian Brother, exhorting an other to keep himselfe
vndefiled from the present Corruptions brought in to the Ministration of the Lord's Supper,
1624, 12mo, Dispute vpon Communicating at our confused Communions, 1624, 12mo. The
Pastor and the Prelate, 1628, 4to. Re-examination of the Five Articles enacted at Perth,
anno 1618, 1636, 4to. The Re-examination of two of the Articles abridged, 1636, 12mo.
Answere to M. I. Forbes of Corse his Peaceable Warning, 1638, 4to. The True History of
the Church of Scotland, 1678, fol. The History of the Kirk of Scotland, 8 vols., Edin.
(Wodrow Society), 1842-1849, 8vo-[Presb., Sess, and Test. Reg., Reg. Pres, Life (Hist.
viii.), Edin. Encycl. v., Irving's Scot. Writ., Wodrow's Anal., Row, and Stevenson's Hist, Baillie's
Lett, Acts Parl. vi., New St. Acc., Morrison's Dec. xvii.]
1653. ALEXANDER WERNOR, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh
23d July 1636, became schoolmaster of Musselburgh, and was licen. by the Presb. of Dalkeith,
called 30th Oct. 1652, ord, 18th March 1653; coll. 12th Dec. 1662; and died 1st April 1669,
aged about 53, in 17th min. He marr. Isobel, daugh. of Mr And. Makghie, min. of Dirleton,
she died in July 1714, aged 102, and had a daugh. Catherine.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Sec.
Sigill, and Collat., Presb., Sess, and Dirleton Sess. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist.] . .
348 PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
[GEORGE SHEAL, A.M., min. of Durrisdeer, was pres, by Charles II. 16th April, and coll.
14th May 1669, but his inst, was stopped by authority in July following.—Reg. Sec. Sigill,
and Collat., Presb. Reg., Min.-book Reg. Priv. Seal.]
1669. RoBERT Douglas, A.M., formerly of Edinburgh. After his deprivation he lived
at Preston, and there being a dispute concerning the right of patronage, the Lords of the Privy
Council appointed him 2d Sept. 1669; he died in Feb. 1674, in 80th age and 46th min. This
distinguished and talented individual was the great leader of the Public Resolutioners, or more
moderate Presbyterians, during the usurpation of the English, and the intimate friend of Sharp,
who betrayed them and was rewarded by an Archbishop's mitre, which Mr Robert disdained
to accept. His sagacity, prudence, and knowledge fitted him in no ordinary degree for manag-
ing the Church, till he found himself duped and outwitted by unprincipled ambition, and the
cause he had laboured to defend prostrated and destroyed. “No man,” it has been said, “con-
tributed more to the Restoration, and received less benefit from it.” He marr. Margaret Kirk-
aldie, and had Thomas, Janet, Alexander, min. of Logie, Elizabeth, Archibald, and Robert; 2dly.
20th Aug. 1646, Margaret Boyd, who survived him, and had Robert and Margaret.—Publica-
tion—Sermon preached at Scone, with the Form and Order of the Coronation of Charles II.,
Aberd, 1651, 4to.—[Presb., Sess., Kirkaldy Sess., and Edin. Reg. (Marr., and Bur), Kirkton,
Burnet, and Wodrow’s Hist, Law's Memorials, Chambers's Biog. Dict, New St. Acc., &c.]
1674. JAMES COKBURNE, trans. fr. Abbey St. Bathans, pres. by in April, and coll.
(after 21st May); demitted (after 21st Aug.) 1684, under accusation of scandal, and died
April 1687, in 23d min.—[Presb., and Edin. Reg. (Bur), Fountainhall's Diary, and Dec. i.]
1685. WILLIAM DENUNE, A.M., trans. fr. Haddington, 2d charge, pres, by Robert, Vis-
count Oxenford in Feb. and inst. 9th March; died 27th Jan. 1704, in 48th age and 21st min.
His library was estimat at j" li., the insicht at jºxlii, and the Inventar iij" jºxijii. xvs iiijd.
He marr. in Jan. 1688 Isabella, daugh. of Dr. Geo. Hepburn of Monkrig, and had George,
John, Helen, William, William, Christian, and Isobel.—[Presb., Sess., and Test. Reg., Tombst.,
MS. Acc. of Min. 1689, Archaeol. Scot. i., Douglas's Baronage, Rule's Sec. Windication.]
1705. MATTHEw SIMSON, son of Mr. Pat. S., min. of Renfrew, studied divinity in the
Univ. of Glasgow, called 25th June, and ord. 10th Sept. ; died 20th May 1756, in his 84th
year, and 51st min. While well informed in divinity, he was frank, open, and familiar,
occasionally amusing himself with a turning-loom. He marr. Alison, daugh. of Adam
Drummond of Megginch, she died 24th Feb. 1736, aged 50, and had Alison, Katharine,
Patrick, min. of Clunie, Adam, Helen, Janet (who, in a year of great scarcity, 1740, super-
intended the spinning set on foot by the Kirk-session for employing the poor, at a period
when nothing beyond voluntary contributions was thought of for their support ; seven
hundred eighty-six and a-half spindles of yarn were made from lint and tow, which cost
4.1.16, 0s. 5d., and brought £112, 14s. 5d., the loss being only £3, 6s., and the capital sum
engaged £12, 2s. Sterling, for which she received, 21st Nov. 1748, “the cordial thanks of the
Kirk-session, for the great attention and trouble she had been at in her philanthropic
exertions”), James, and Colin.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb., Sess, and Syn. Reg., Tombst.,
Wodrow's Anal., Carlyle's Autob., Morrison's Dec. xvii., &c.]
1757. GEORGE ANDERSON, trans. fr. Tulliallan, pres. by Alex. Hamilton, Esq. of Pencaitland,
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in Nov. 1756, and adm. 7th June following; died 4th June 1793, in 73d age and 49th min.
During his incumbency marked attachment was shewn by his parishioners to the Church, which
is accounted for by the prudence of his deportment and the moderation of his principles, joined
to the example and support given him by his heritors. He marr. 26th Dec. 1746, Margaret
Williamson, in the par. of Torryburn, who died 1st April 1802–1'resb., and Tulliallan
Sess. Reg., Tombst., Sinclair's St. Acc., &c.]
1793. DAVID PyPER, elected master of the Charity Workhouse, St. Cuthbert's, in 1786,
licen. by the Presb. of Edinburgh 30th April 1788, ord, by the Presbyterian Class at New-
castle 25th June 1791, as min. to a congregation at Alnwick, pres. by Mrs. Mary Hamilton
of Belhaven in Aug., and adm. 12th Dec. 1793; died 23d Dec. 1813, in 55th age and 23d
min. By his wife, who died 28th June 1812, he had Hamilton, advocate, Edinburgh, Eliza-
beth, and Agnes, who marr. Rob. Dryborough Menzies, Esq.-Publication—Sermon preached
at the opening of the Synod. Edin., 1813, 8vo.—[Sime's West Kirk, Hist. of Alnwick, Presb.,
and Syn. Reg. &c.]
1814. ANGUs MAKELLAR, trans. fr. Carmunnock, pres. by Mr. and Mrs. Campbell of Shaw-
field in Feb., and adm. 29th June. Had D.D. conferred by the Univ. of Glasgow 27th Feb.
1835, was elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly 21st May 1840. On joining the Free
Secession, and signing the deed of Demission, he was declared no longer a min. of this Church
7th June 1843. He accepted no other ministerial charge, but was elected Moderator of the
Free Gen. Assembly 20th May 1852, and died 10th May 1859, in his 79th year and 48th
min. He marr. 31st Aug. 1814, Helen, eldest daugh. of Will. Stirling, Esq. of Keir. She
died about a month after her husband, and had William, a short time min. of the Free Ch.,
Pencaitland, and others.-Publications—Three occasional Sermons. Edin., 1817-1838, 8vo.
—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Stirling Pap., &c.] -
PRESTON, BETTER KNowN AFTERWARDS As PRESTON-PANS.
It was formerly a Vicarage belonging to the Abbey of Holyrood, but the church was burnt down by
Lord Hertford in his destructive expedition of 1544. The lands and barony of Preston, and the Pannis
which had been annexed to the Vicarage of Tranent, were dissolved therefrom, and erected into a distinct
Vicarage by James VI. 27th Dec. 1597, “to be callit the Vicarage of Preston:” which were erected into
a parish by Parliament 11th July 1606.
1595. JoHN DAVIDSONE, A.M., trans. fr. Holyroodhouse, 2d charge, craved 30th Dec., and
adm. 1st Jan. ; pres. to the Vicarage by James VI. 27th Dec., coll. 11th, and inst. 12th Jan.
1597, he was appointed, with five others, by the Gen. Assembly 1596, a visitor of Nithsdale,
Annandale, Lauderdale, Eskdale, and Ewesdale ; died (between 16th Aug, and 5th Sept.)
1604, aged about 56, “lamented by the parochiners as their father.” He left a widow, but
no family, built the kirk and manse at his own expense, and left all his effects, both herit-
able and moveable, which realized xiv." ii, as subsequently secured on lands of Preston, in
support of the school which he founded “for teiching of Latin, Greek, and Hebrew, and in-
structing the youth in vertue and learning.” Intrepid and fearless in supporting what he
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conceived to be the interest of the Church, he protested against the proceedings of the Assem-
bly 1598, which had permitted certain of the ministry to sit and vote in Parliament, and
wrote a letter to the Assembly met at Burntisland in 1601, on the same subject, which so
offended his Majesty that he ordered him to ward in the Castle of Edinburgh 26th May, but
next day changed it for his own house at Prestonpans, and five days later he was permitted
to discharge his ministerial functions, but not to go beyond the limits of his parish. He was
advised to congratulate his Majesty on his accession to the crown of England, which he did in
a dutiful letter, without farther explanation. He disbelieved the story of Gowrie's conspiracy,
and seemed to have had at times a foreknowledge of future events.-Publications—Dialogue
betwixt a Clerk and a Courteour. Sanct And. 1573. Ane Breif Commendatiown of
Wprightnes. Sanct And. 1573, 4to. D. Bancroft's Rashnes in rayling against the Church
of Scotland. Edin. 1590, 8vo. Memorial of the life and death of Robert Campbel of
Kinyeancleugh, and his wife. Edin. 1595. Some Helpes for Young Scholears in Chris-
tianity. Edin. 1602, 8vo. Discoverie of the unnatural and traitorous Conspiracy of Scot-
ish Papists (Preface), Edin. 1593. His Apologie and several Letters (Calderwood's Hist.
v., vi.) Short Form of Morning and Evening Prayer, &c. (Wodrow Miscell.)—[Presb., and
Sess. Reg., Row, Calderwood, and Cunningham's Hist., Acts Parl. iv., Wodrow Miscell,
Livingston's Charac., Chambers’ Biog. Dict, Booke of the Kirk, Edin. Chr. Inst. xxii., M'Crie's
Melville ii., New St. Acc.] -
1605. JoHN KER, A.M., son of And, K. of Fadounside, of the house of Roxburgh, and the
widow of Knox the Reformer. Had been a gay youth and returned from France, when he was
accosted by the preceding incumbent, who “ solemnly charged him to cast off his scarlet cloak,
lay aside his gilded rapper, and take him to his book, for you are the man,” said he, “who is to
succeed me in the ministry at this place.” He did so accordingly, studied and attained his degree
at the Univ. of Edinburgh 28th July 1596, and was adm. 11th April 1605. He sympathized
with the brethren imprisoned at Linlithgow in 1606, previous to their trial and banishment,
was one of the fifty-five min. who signed the Protestation for the Liberties of the Kirk 27th
June 1617; was confined within the bounds of his own parish by the Priv. Council 24th June
1624, for disobedience to the Articles of Perth. “By reasone of sume long and inveterat
diseases, being advised by his neirest friends and vihers of skill to go to England to the
baithes, he acquainted the breathering with his designes, and entreated thair license and leave to
go, and wse the lawfull meanes for his healthe, whiche being so reasonable they willingly con-
descended thairto,” 5th April 1626. He was appointed by the parish, 13th Oct. 1637, to
compear before the Lords of Secret Counsel, with several of them, and supplicate against the
receiving, reading, or hearing read as a part of Divine worship, the book called “The Book of
Common Prayer for the Kirk of Scotland.” He also adhered to the Protestation, read at the
Market Cross of Edinburgh, in name of the ministers, 28th June 1638, was a member of the
Gen. Assembly in Nov. following, and leeted with Henderson and four others for the Modera-
torship, he being understood to have more influence with the nobility and gentry than any
min. of his day, but from the state of his health he was not thought equal to the duties of the
chair; demitted 7th June 1642, in favour of his son as assistant with reservation in case of
himself surviving of “right of regress,” and died 16th Feb. 1644, aged about 68, in 39th min.
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He marr. Barbara, daugh. and co-heiress of John Johnestoun of Elphingstoun, and had three
sons and four daugh. ; Mr. Andrew, advocate, who was successively depute and principal
clerk of Assembly, Mr. Robert, who succeeded to the benefice, John, Margaret, Margaret,
Jeane, and Elizabeth.-[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., and Assig., Presb., Sess., and Edin. Guild Reg.,
Row, Calderwood, and Stevenson's Hist, Orig. Lett. ii., M'Crie's Knoa, Livingston's Life, and
Charac., Hope's Diary, Ing. Ret, Edin. 234, &c.] -
1638. RoBERT KER, A.M., second son of the preceding, bapt. 12th Nov. 1609, studied and
was graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 25th July 1629, adm. (helper) 11th April 1638,
both he and his father, having given Satisfaction to the parish that no other stipend should be
exacted than what was now possessed by the incumbent (it was the first ordination in Scotland,
irrespective of the Bishop, since Episcopacy had been established); pres, by Sir Alex. Morrison,
of Prestongrange , coll. 7th and inst. 10th June 1642, he was a member of all the Com-
missions of Assembly 1642-1646, and deputed, on a petition to that effect, to attend “the East
Lothian regiment with the army;” was trans, to Haddington much against his wish, and in face
of prolonged opposition from his parishioners, 7th Oct. of the latter year.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ.
Edin, Presb., and Sess. Reg., Acts of Ass., Archaeol. Scot i., Row's Hist, &c.]
1648. JoHN Oswald E, A.M., trans. fr. Edinburgh (Tolbooth Ch.), pres. by the laird of
Prestongrange 15th Dec. 1647, and adm. 12th April following; being a rare instance of re-
moval from Edin. to a country charge; called to Dunse 3d Feb. 1652, but declined its accept-
ance, and died in April 1653, in 53d age, and 24th min. His books were apprised at
j” iij i ijs, the insicht at v" v ii. xviiis, viijd. Inventar and debts amounted to vij"v" xxxvili
vijs. iiijd. He marr. Katharine, daugh. to Mr. John Forbes, of famous memory, Min. at
Delft, she died in 1639, of whom it has been recorded by her husband—
“Happy in birth, match comely nature,
And ev'rie vertue, gracing mature.”
He marr., 2dly, Dorothea Gray, and had Richard, Marion, Robert, and William.–[Presb.,
Test. (Haddingt.), and Edin. Reg. (Bapt.), Tombst, Lumsden's House of Forbes, Reg. Old Dec.
ii., Lamont's Diary, Ing. Ret. Gen. 3581.] -
1654. PATRICK CookE, son of Mr Pat. C., min. of Stenton, born 21st July 1626, called
24th Nov. 1653, and (being freed of his previous acceptance of Whittingham), was ord. 23d
Feb. thereafter ; selected in 1670 as one of the preachers styled “the Bishop's Evangelists,”
for enlightening the Presbyterians in the West; died in Aug. 1672, in 47th age, and 19th
min. The insicht was valued at vij" merks, and the Inventar and debts amounted to
j” ij*lzvjii, vis, viijd. He marr. Margaret Cockburne, who survived him, and had Margaret,
Archibald, John, Helen, Patrick, Grissell, Jean (who marr. Mr. Johnston of Corehead), and
Elizabeth.-[Presb., Sess., Haddingt. Sess, and Test. Reg., Kirkton, Burnet, and Wodrow’s
Hist, Ing. Ret. Gen. 5976, Fountainhall's Dec. ii., Halkerston's Marr. Law.] -
1673. GEORGE Mony PENNY, ord, a Presbyter in England, coll. 18th, and adm. and inst.
20th Nov.; died in Nov. 1675. He had debts awand in vi" xxiiiji. He left a son Mr
William, advocate in Edinburgh.-[Presb., Sess., Kingsbarns Sess, and Test. Reg.]
1676. JAMEs BUCHAN, A.M., trans, fr. Skirling, inst, before 17th Sept ; deprived by refus-
2 Y
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ing to take the Test of 1681. A riot ensued, 26th Feb. 1682, when Brown the school-
master, by direction of the Bishop, was supplying the pulpit, in consequence of which the
Privy Council, 30th March, fined Sir Will. Hamilton j"viij merks for looking on and laugh-
ing, Sir Alex. Morrison of Prestongrange, the patron, ix” merks, and the other heritors and
portioners iiij" merks, for not preventing the disturbance—[Presb., and Sess. Reg., Wodrow's
Hist, Fountainhall's Dec. i. - *
1682. RoBERT RAMSAY, A.M., trans. fr. Port, adm. 19th Oct. ; deprived by the Committee
of Estates 10th May 1689, for not reading the Proclamation enjoined by the Estates 11th
April previous, and not obeying the same. In the Sess. Accounts Oct. following, there was
stated as outlay to T. H. for giving Mr R. Ramsay a charge to remove ijli xvis. To the Clerk
of the Pannis-for taking instrument, jii vijs. To J. T. for going to Edinburgh with papers,
jli viijs. Item, for taking instrument, viijs. Mr. R. made his residence in the Canongate,
and died in 1699, aged about 51. His haill library, valued and inspected conform to
catalogue, by Cha. Lumsden and Dav. Freebairn, at v ii. (it brought at the auction vi"
xxji), and the insicht at iij merks. He marr. 12th Nov. 1685, Elizabeth, daugh, of Mr
Will. Penman, min. of Morebattle, who survived him, and had Robert, William, and Mary.—
[Presb., Sess., Test, and Edin. Reg. (Bapt., and Marr), MS. Acc. of Min. 1689, Acts
Parl. ix., Ing. Ret. Gen. 6798, &c.]
1687. JoHN MONCREIF, A.M., son of Mr Alex. M., min. of Scoonie, studied at St Salvator's
College, and acquired his degree at the Univ. of St Andrews 25th July 1668, was a min. and
denounced 9th June 1682, for keeping conventicles, living in the Synod 6th July, and adm.
(by a committee of their number) 21st Oct. 1687 to the meeting-house, and to the Church
(before %6th) May 1689, he was a member of the Assemblies 1690, 1692, and was trans, to
Edinburgh (Trinity College Ch.) 5th May of the latter year.—[Act Rect. Univ. St And,
Wodrow’s Hist, Syn., and Sess. Reg., Reg. Gen. Ass., and Old Dec. ii., Christ. Mag. viii.,
Arown's Gosp. Truth, Wew St. Acc.]
1694. GEORGE ANDREUs, A.M., trans. fr. Torbolton, called 25th May, and adm. 10th Oct.
1694 ; he attended in Edinburgh as representative of the Presb. during the sitting of Parlia-
ment in 1695, and complained 3d Aug. 1698 of being “lesed in the fish-tithes payable to
him by the laird of Fingalton.” He was trans, to Edinburgh (New North Ch.) 8th Nov.
1699.-[Presb., Sess., and Syn. Reg., Sermons, Wew St. Acc.] -
1702. RoPERT HoRSBURGH, A.M., trans. fr. Glenholm, called 11th Nov. 1701, and adm.
29th April succeeding ; after a protracted vacancy, owing to the laird of Prestongrange in-
sisting on Mr. And. Reid, min. of Kirkbean being called, and the laird of Preston opposing ;
and Mr. Eben. Veitch, declining to accept a call, in the divided state of the parish. In 1710
Mr. H. complained of the church being unsafe owing to coal wastes beneath, and for some
months the congregation was obliged to meet in a barn at Preston. Repairs were Ordered
and executed after long litigation. Mr. H. died 25th March 1724, aged about 54, in 25th min,
“a man of solid judgment, and an able disputant and preacher.” He marr., Janet Somervail,
and from him descended in the fourth degree the Rev. Will. B. Cunningham, after-mentioned.
—[Presb., Syn., and Sess. Reg., Wodrow MSS., New St. Acc.]
1724. WILLIAM CARLYLE, A.M., trans. from Cummertrees, called 24th Sept., and adm. 26th
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Nov. ; died 8th March 1765, in his 76th year and 45th min. “He was a highly popular
preacher, and though an orthodox and pious min, had a great turn for fun and buffoonery.”
He marr. Janet, daugh. of Mr. Alex. Robesone, min. of Tinwald, she died 5th March 1779,
and had Dr. Alexander, min. of Inveresk, James, Sarah, Margaret, sp. of Dr. Thos. Tickson,
physician, London, Janet, sp. of Thomas Bell, Esq., insurance broker, London, and Helen, and
others—Publication—Sermon preached at the opening of Synod, Edin. 1748, 8vo.—[Presb.,
Sess., and Syn. Reg., Brown's Gosp. Truth, Carlyle's Autob., Wew St. Acc., &c.]
1765. JAMES Roy, prom. from St Cuthbert's Chapel of Ease, pres. by Mrs Janet Grant of
Prestongrange, with consent of John Carmichael, Esq., of Castlecraig, her husband in Aug., and
adm. 28th Nov. ; died 3d Sept. 1767, in 37th age and 10th min., a tombstone, with elegant
inscription, was erected to his memory by his brother General William R.—[Presb. Reg.,
Carlyle's Autob., Wew St. Acc., &c.]
1768. MATTHEW REID, trans. fr. Prestonkirk, pres, by Janet, Countess of Hyndford, with
consent of her husband in Jan., and adm. 9th June; died 5th Aug. 1770, in his 64th year and
36th min. He was a shy, retiring, yet earnest-minded man, also a great florist and cultivator
of tulips. On one occasion a person of weak intellect got into his garden during the time of
Divine Service, and having adorned himself gaily in these gaudy trophies Sallied into the
church while the min. was engaged in prayer, who, opening his eyes, discovered the poor
lad in his shewy dress, and forgetting, for the instant, the solemnity of his devotion, he ejacu-
lated “Oh, Lord my tulips.” He marr. 21st Feb. 1739, Sarah Jolly, who died 11th March
1761, and had Matthew, killed at the siege of Havannah; Alexander ; Janet, sp. of John
Sydserf of Ruchlaw, and Margaret; 2dly, in Oct. 1765, Elizabeth Findlay, who died at Edin-
burgh 9th April 1802–LPresb. Reg., Scots Mag. lxxxviii., Carlyle's Autob., Wew St. Acc., &c.
1771. JosLPH M*CORMICK, D.D., trans. fr. Temple, pres, by Janet, Countess of Hynd-
ford in Oct. 1770, and adm. 10th Jan, following ; while here he edited the State Papers of
his grand-uncle, Principal Carstairs, was elected Moderator of the Gen. Assembly 23d May
1782, and was trans, to St Leonards 2d July after—[Presb, and Syn, Reg., Carlyle's Autob.,
New St. Acc.] - -
1783. JoHN TROTTER, pres. by John, Earl of Hyndford in Sept. 1782, and ord, 16th Jan.
thereafter. Having been appointed Professor of Oriental Languages in the New College St
Andrews, he demitted 22d Oct., which was accepted, 1st Dec. 1795. He died 10th Nov.
1811, in 29th min.—[Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc.]
1796. PETER PRIMROSE, trans. fr. Dalgetty, pres. by Janet, Countess of Hyndford in Jan.,
and adm. 14th April 1796. Had D.D. from the Univ. of Edinburgh 23d Dec. 1825, and
died 29th Dec. 1833, in his 75th year and 46th min. He marr. 20th Nov. 1788, Beatrice
Main, who died 20th Aug. 1833, and had three sons and five daughters—Publications—
Prayers, Communion Table Services, and a Sermon. Haddingt. 1838, 8vo., Account of Dal-
gety (Sinclair's St. Ace. Xv),—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Edin. Grad, Wew St. Acc., &c.]
1833. WILLAM BRUCE CUNNINGHAM, son of Capt. Robt. C., paymaster of the 1st militia,
great, great-grandson of Mr Horsburgh, a former incumbent, licen. by the Presb. of Nairn
3d Aug. 1831, pres, by Sir James Grant Suttie, of Balgone and Prestongrange, Bart. in April,
and ord, 5th July 1833. On adhering to the Protest, joining in the Free Secession, and signing
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the deed of Demission, he was declared no longer a min. of this Church 24th May 1843.
He marr. 2d April 1834, a daugh. of the Hon. David Douglas of Reston, one of the Lords of
Session.—Publications—Collegiate Education versus Collegiate Extension, Edin. 1850, 8vo.,
Friendly Hints, a Tract, 8vo, Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. ii.)—[Presb. Reg., Wew St.
Acc., &c.] -
SALTON,
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Abbey of Dryburgh.
1576. ANDREW SyMSOUN, removed fr. Ormiston, having also in charge Pencaitland, Keith
Marischal and Keith Humbie ; died before 6th April 1613.−|Reg. Assig., Presb. Reg.]
1578. JAMES GIBSOUN, trans. fr. Spott, and adm. in 1578; continued in 1579 and was
removed to Pencaitland about 1580–Jºeg. Assig., Calderwood's Hist, Wodrow Biog. i.]
1580. RobºFT ALLANE, Reader 1574-1579; trans, to Newlands before 1585–LReg. Assig.]
1613. ARCHIBALD LEVINGSTONE, A.M., trans. fr. Athelstaneford, adm. 4th Feb., and pres.
to the Vicarage by James VI. 1st June thereafter, “twa and twentie yiers sute of the parish-
ioners, upon the warrantis of sundrie Gen. and Prov. Assemblies, and of our own Presb.,
besyde ane Act of Parliament, with mony equitable and conscientious reasons.” In 1627 “the
communicants were betuixt four and fyve hundrethe and the stipend twa chalders of meill,
ane chalder of beir, and twa hundrethe merkis of silver.” There was “ane schoole bot no
provisioun for it.” Mr. L. died 24th Aug. 1632, aged about 51, in 29th min. The utencils,
children; 2dly. Grissel Seytoun, who survived him.—[Presb., and Test. Reg., Reg. Pres., Sec.
Sigill, and Assig., Stat. Reports 1627, Wew St. Acc.]
1633. RICHARD BROWN, son of David B., in Dalkeith, studied and attained his degree at the
Univ. of St. Andrews in 1618, pres, to Pencaitland by Charles I., 26th March 1631, (which
was not then vacant,) pres, by Charles I., 13th Sept., passed trials before the Presb, and got a
testimonial 28th Nov. 1632, for ordination, inst. 2d Jan. 1633; he had sasine of lands in Dal-
keith, 28th March 1638, was deposed by the Commission of Assembly in Aug. 1644, for “speak-
ing against the Covenant,” and was recommended by the Priv. Council to Parliament for supply,
9th April 1661.-[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb., and Edin. Reg. Sasines, Reg. Sec. Sigill,
and Pres, Acts Parl. vii., Wew St. Acc.]
1646. ARCHIBALD DUGLASSE, A.M., trans. fr. Barra, adm. 23d Sept. ; pres. by Charles I.,
30th Oct. following, on the recommendation of the Presb. and parishioners; died in spring
1658, aged about 51, in 15th min.—[Reg. Pres., Sec. Sigill, and Old Dec. i., Presb. Reg., Wew
St. Acc.]
1659. PATRICK ScouGALL, A.M., trans. fr. Leuchars, called in 1658, and adm. 29th Jan.
after ; he was one of the Commissioners appointed by Parliament 28th May 1661, for trying
the witches in Samuelston ; pres. by Charles II., 4th Oct. 1662; prom. to the Bishopric of
Aberdeen in 1664.—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Reg. Sec. Sigill, and Pres. (Caut), Lamont's Diary,
Acts Parl. vii., Wew St. Acc., &c.]
1665. GILBERT BURNET, A.M., eldest son of Rob. B. of Crimond, one of the Lords of Session,
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born 18th Sept. 1643, educated in the country under his father, entered Marischal College,
Aberdeen in 1653, and acquired his degree at that Univ. in 1657, for one year he studied Law,
and then betook himself to Divinity, while only a student he was offered the living of Banchory
Ternan by his cousin Sir Alex, Burnet of Teys, which he refused on account of his youth; was
licen. by Geo., Bishop of Edinburgh, 6th Oct. 1664, pres. by Charles II, 31st Jan., ord, and
coll. 16th Feb., inst, and adm. 29th June 1665. He asked the Presb. next month to exa-
mine the library which had been left to the ministers of Salton by Mr Norman Leslie, min.
at Gordon, which had been catalogued by his predecessor and the laird of Salton; and was --
promoted to the Professorship of Divinity in the Univ. of Glasgow in Nov. 1669; when he
left certain of his books as an addition to the manse stock. His memory is held in grateful
remembrance from his munificent donation of xx” merks, “for the education and clothing of
thirty children of the poorer sort, (the nomination of which he invested in the lairds of Salton
and Herdmanston, and the min. of the par), and the increase of a library in the manse for the
minister's house and use, and the relief of the necessitous poor.” At the Revolution he be-
came Bishop of Salisbury, and died in March 1715, in 72d age and 51st min.-[Life, Min.-
book Reg. Priv. Seal, Reg. Collat., Sinclair's i., and Wew St. Acc., Chambers's Biog. Dict, Chal-
mers's Caled. iii., &c.]
1670. JAMES GRAEME, A.M., Regent of Humanity in St. Leonard's College, St. Andrews,
where he had the son of Archbishop Sharp as his pupil, passed trials before the Presb, there,
and got a testimonial 20th Oct. 1669 for licence, pres, by the laird of Salton, 3d Feb., ord.
and coll. 6th, and adm. 11th April 1670; deprived for refusing the Test in 1681–LPresb.
Reg., Reg. Collat., Maitland Miscell. ii., Wodrow’s Hist, Wew St. Acc.]
1684. ARCHIBAL.D Doug LAs, A.M., formerly of Newbattle, adm. (interim preacher) in Jan.
1683, inst. 24th July 1684; died 31st March 1696, aged about 55, in 33d min. On his
death, and a member of Presb. being sent to supply the pulpit, access to the church was
refused, and subsequently, solicitation being made to the Lord Justice Clerk, admission was
obtained. Mr. D. marr. 27th July 1694, Janet, daugh, of Mr. Will. Carmichel, min. of Ewes,
(residing at Pittenweem in 1727), and had a son, Archibald, merchant there, whose son,
Dr. John, became Bishop of Salisbury.—[Presb., Test., Humbie Sess., and Pittenw. Reg. (Dis-
positions), MS. Acc. of Min. 1689, Scots Mag. lxix, New St. Acc.]
1696. ARCHIBALD LUNDIE, A.M., eldest son of Mr. James L., min. of N. Teith, studied and
obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 13th July 1691, called 7th July, and ord, 24th
Sept. 1696. He refused to sign the Formula, having done So at his ordination, holding there
was “no need of repeating these engagements,” was rebuked by the Synod, while the Presb.
were charged to keep a watchful eye over him, and two other co-presbyters, maintaining similar
sentiments. He joined in a complaint to the Gen. Assembly, against these “tyrannical impo-
sitions” in 1705, but it was refused to be heard, and he and his brethren were ordered to re-
move, yet they remained, till they had a second order from the throne commanding them, when
they went off unlamented, were insulted and reviled by the crowd at the door, and upbraided
as incendiaries: they, in self-vindication, printed their proposed address. By thus declining
farther subscription he was never sent as a member to the Assembly. He died FATHER of the
Church, 4th Nov. 1759, in his 96th year, and 64th min. Carlyle speaks of him as “a pious
356 PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
and primitive old man, very respectful in his manner, and very kind.” He marr, 2d Feb. 1699,
Jean Menzies, in the par. of Cramond, and had three sons in the ministry, John, of Oldham-
stocks, Henry, of Edinburgh, and Cornelius, of Kelso, beside a daugh, Katharine.—Publication,
—Sermon preached at the opening of the Synod, Edin. 1727, 8vo.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin,
Presb., Syn., and Cramond Sess. Reg., Wodrow MSS., Carlyle's Autob., Ing. Ret. Gen. 8.199,
New St. Acc., &c.]
1760. PATRICK BANNERMAN, trans. fr. Kinnoul, pres, by Andrew Fletcher of Milton, Lord
Justice Clerk in April, and adm. 6th Nov. ; at his entry Leslie and Burnet's Library in the
manse, contained forty-eight folios, forty-seven quartos, thirty-one octavos, thirty-five twelve-
mos, and thirteen pamphlets; died 31st Dec. 1790, in 75th age, and 50th min. Elizabeth
Goldie, his relict, died 21st March 1792. He left a son, Patrick, merchant, Dunbar.—
Publications—Two occasional Sermons, Edin, 1751-1767, 8vo.-[Presb., and Syn. Reg, New
St. Acc., &c.]
1791. ANDREW Johnston, son of And. J., shoemaker, Dalkeith, bapt. 21st March 1763,
studied at the Univ. of Edinburgh, became tutor in the family of Campbell of Shawfield, licen.
by the Presb. of Hamilton, 28th Oct. 1788, pres, by Gen. Henry Fletcher of Salton in June,
and ord, 22d Sept. 1791; died 23d Sept. 1829, in 67th age, and 39th min. He marr. Mary-
Jean, daugh. of the Rev. Will. Crombie, min. of Spott, she died 11th June 1838, and had seven
sons and three daugh–Publications—The Duty of Britons, under the impression of National
Blessings, a sermon, Edin. 1799, 8vo. Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. x.), and
jointly edit, Goldie's Sermons, Edin. 1805, 8vo.—[Presb. Reg., Scots Mag. lxiv, New St. Acc., &c.]
1830. RobºFT BUCHANAN, trans. fr. Gargunnock, pres. by And. Fletcher, Esq., of Salton
in Dec. 1829, and adm. 22d April following; trans, to Glasgow (Tron Ch.), 5th July 1833.−
[Presb. Reg., New St. Acc.] *.
1834. RobºFT KERR HAMILTON, A.M., fifth son of Daniel H., Esq. of Gilkerscleugh, took
his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 30th March 1833, licen, by the Presb. of Inverary
11th Dec. same year, pres. by And. Fletcher, Esq., of Salton in Jan., and ord, 10th April
1834; trans, to the junior Chaplaincy of the H.E.I.C. at Madras 22d Aug., and adm. 3d
Oct. 1839; prom. to the Chaplaincy there in 1848, which he demitted in 1858; and died at
Edinburgh 18th Jan. 1865, in 31st min. He marr., 7th Jan. 1845, Susan Ann Sophia
Churchhill, daugh. of the Right Rev. Dr. G. T. Spencer, Bishop of Madras.-Publications—
The India Mission, an address, Edin. 1850, 8vo. Account of the Parish (New St. Acc. ii.)—
[Edin. Grad, Presb. Reg., New St. Acc. &c.]
TRAN ENT,
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Abbey of Holyroodhouse.
1562. THOMAS CRANSTOUN, when he was a member of Assembly 29th June, and in that of
June 1566, when Robert, commendator of Halyrudhouse, desired he might be transplanted,
that his servitor Alex. Foster might be planted, which the Assembly refused, seeing the par-
ishioners were not content of the change; died in Dec. 1568. His books were estimat at xxiiii
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li, the insicht, &c., at xx fi, Inventar and detts, jº lzvij li. xiijs. He marr. Katharine Greg,
who survived him, and left to Gibert Greg, second son to Gilb. G., burges of Edinburgh, x
merks, and to Stephen Moffat, vicar of Tranent, “my silk furrit gown.” This Moffat, as
alleged by Forrester in 1595, “altogether dilapidat the benefice.”—DBooke of the Kirk, Keith,
and Calderwood's MS. Hist, Test. Reg.] - -
1568. ALEXANDER FORRESTER, trans. fr. Jedburgh, entered at Candlemas; pres, to the Vicar-
age by James VI. 2d Dec. 1574, Seitoun and Abirladie were also under his charge the same
year, with j lxxiijli, vis, viijd of stipend. In the Assembly, Oct. 1581, he was accused of
baptising “ane bairne in ane privat house, against the good order of the kirk,” for which he
was suspended, and ordained to make public repentance in the kirk of T. before he be restored
to the ministrie again. He was one of the eleven min, besouth the Forth who subscribed
obedience to their Ordinary in 1584. In 1589 he is said to be “cauld in doctrine and slack
in discipline;” he complains of the “mercat being held on Sonday,” which he had wished
Lord Seyton to change, without success. Being askit, he said the usual number of his audit-
orie at the doctrine was eighty, or a hundred at the fullest, and that the number of communi-
cants was about two thousand ; “quhairof the brethren jugeis that thair is o'er rare ane auditorie
amangis Sa mony communicantis.” Also he complains “that he has na concurrance of the
elders,” and that same day Nicolle Steinsone, ane meall maker in Tranent, started up unspoken
to, and said that, “in dispyte of the minister's hart and all that will tak his pairt the mercat
sall not be put away.” Under threat of excommunication Lord Seyton agreed to change
the market day to Friday, but fell from his promise. In 1592 the min. complained “that
thaire war certaine haill houses in the parochin that never cam to the kirk, as the laird of
Fasyd, this three year never—the laird Newbothill-grange, this seven year, never—George
Hamilton, this haill last year—John Cranstoune of Burnecastell, now dwelland in Langniddrie,
neversen he cam to this parochin.” Mr F. demitted 15th Aug. 1597 in favour of his son Mr
Andrew. min. of Corstorphine, who was pres, by his Majesty 27th Sept., but the Presb. 5th Oct.
refused to give collation. Alexander, however, died before 27th Dec. same year. He marr, a
daugh, of the house of Gosford, and had Mr Andrew, above mentioned.—|Reg. Min., Pres,
and Assig., Wodrow Miscell, and Biog. i., Presb. Reg., Booke of the Kirk, Calderwood's Hist.
and MS. Hist, M'Crie's Melville ii., Lyndesay’s Perth Assembly.] -
1580. PATRICK SYMSounE, trans. fr. Spott; trans, to Cramond in 1584.—[Test. Reg.]
1596. ARCHIBALD OSWALD, A.M., trans. fr. Smalholm, residenter in Hawick, written to
anent being helper 16th June, and adm. 14th Sept. ; the parishioners on being asked to con-
tribute for his support allege, 22d March following, that they pay their tiends otherwise, and
will give nothing to help “new innovations.” The Presb. afterwards grant him release, and
he was trans, to Pencaitland 19th April 1598.-[Presb. Reg.]
[ANDREW ForresTER, min. of Corstorphine, was pres, by James VI. 27th Sept. 1597.
The Presb., 5th Oct., find they cannot proceed to his collation and admission because he lackis
ane licence of transportation; and by dealing with his father for the place is under danger of
ane Act of Assembly. The parishioners ask a “leet,” which, if sustenance is provided, the
Presb. promise 15th Feb. 1598.-Presb. Reg.] -
1598. JAMES GIBSON, trans. fr. Pencaitland, adm, 13th June; pres, to the Vicarage by James
358 PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
VI. 13th June following; died 1602 (between 21st July and 6th Oct.), “of gude memorie.”
Marion Tait, widow, was to possess the manse as well as the stipend for a year and a half.
He had a daugh. Catherine, for whom a collection was made in seven par. of the Presb.
in May 1650 which amounted to lxv li. xijs,—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Reg. Pres, Calderwood's
Hist, and M'Crie's Melville ii.
1602. RoBERT WALLACE, A.M., trans. fr. Glenluce, adm, 10th Dec, ; pres, to the Vicarage by
James VI. 28th Jan. 1603, coll, 9th May 1604. He was one of the min. who waited on his Ma-
jesty at Haddington 5th April 1603, while on his route to possess the crown of England, and
one of the forty-two who signed the Protest to Parliament 1st July 1606 against the intro-
duction of Episcopacy; also one of the eight previously sent for to London by his Majesty,
warded with Dr Barlow, Bishop of Rochester, 23d Nov. thereafter, petitioned the Privy Council
of England 8th March, was charged to remove to Lauder 1st May, and confined in Sept. 1607 to
his own par., where he died 25th Dec. 1617, of grief at the prospect of changes in the church,
lamenting the fate of Calderwood, aged about 53, in 27th min. His books were estimat at
v° merks, the utencils, &c., at xiii. Frie geir, d.d., at iſ" v" xiii. He marr. Margaret Borth-
wick, who survived him, and had three sons and a daughter, William, Rebecca, Robert, and
George. Mr W. was served nearest agnate, 26th Nov. 1601, to his nephew, Robert, son of
Will. Wallace, of Brighous who died in May 1583.−[Presb., Sess., and Test. Reg., Reg. Pres.,
and Assig, Row, Calderwood, and Stevenson's Hist, M'Crie's Melville ii., Select Biog. i., Inq.
Ret. de Tut. 15, Melville's Autob.]
1618. Rob ERT BALCANQUAL, A.M., son of Mr Walter B., one of the min, of Edinburgh,
studied and took his degree at the Univ. there 31st July 1606, pres. by James VI. 24th Jan.
coll. (at Haddington) in March, and inst. — 1618; elected a min. of Edin. 5th Nov. 1620, but
refused to accept. In 1627 the communicants were twa thousand or thairby, with thrie chalder
victual of stipend, but “no skuill nor hous for the Samin.” In 1647 the communicants are
stated to be “near three thousand.” Mr. B. was suspended by the Gen. Assembly in Aug. 1649,
deposed, and the charge vacant before 13th March 1650, for being accessorie to the Divisive
supplies. He had £200 sterl, modified by Parliament from vacant stipends, 2d July 1661.
—[Crawford's Univ., Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Edin. Grad., Reg. Pres., Presb. Reg., Baillie's
Lett. i., Calderwood's Hist, Peterkin's Records, Stat. Reports, 1627, Bannatyne iii, and Mait-
land Miscell. ii., Morrison's Dec. xviii., Acts Parl. vii.] -
[1651. WALTER BALCANQUAL, A.M., son of the preceding, had his degree from the Univ.
of Edinburgh, 27th July 1609. The heritors and elders unanimously pitched upon Mr
Walter Balcandual for their minister, 30th Nov. 1651, and resolved that they will firmly
adhere to him, and will admitt of noe other. The Session, 24th July 1653, taking to con-
sideratione that the Englishes had taken all effaires in relatioune to the church in ther owen
handis, did present this petitione folloueing (subscribed be ane great number of handis), to the
English judges, at that time sitting at Edinburghe, in behalfe of ther present minister Mr
Walter Balcanduall:—“To the noble the Commissioneris of the Comonwealthe of England for
plantatione of Churches in Scotland, the humble petitione of the Heritoris and Elderis of the
parish of Tranent, May it please your Honors, The church of Tranent being vacant, by the de-
positione of our former minister, Mr Robert Balcanquall, we, your honors, humble petitioners,
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that God might be glorified, and pietie promoved amongst us, Vnanimouslie maid choyce of, gave
ane call to Mr Walter Balcanquall, a man of knowen abilities, and blamles conversatione, being
ane actuall minister, who hath painfullie and cairfullie exercesed the function of the ministrie
in the said parish, these two zeiris and above, to our exceiding great comfort and content. We,
therfor, your Honors most humble petitioners, with the same vnanimitie do most humblie sup-
plicat your honeris impouered to that effect, that approveing our Electione your honers would
be pleased to establishe him by your authoritie in his charge, whereby the Gospell shall florishe,
faith shall incresse, charitie be augmented, our lyſes amended, and we obleidged for euer to pray
for your happiness.” The Presb., however, 13th August 1651, had stated regarding Mr Walter
and Mr George Balcandual’s preaching in T., that the former had been “inhibited by the Presb.
four or five years ago, in regard he was put from preaching in England for his scandalous
offences,” and that the latter “went away to England seven or eight years since, when he
was to be processed by the Presb. for approving the Five Articles of Perth in a sermon at
Prestonpans, and for other things spoken there, wherein he gave offence ; they had also on 26th
May 1652 ordered citation of Mr. Walter from all the pulpits of the Presb, without his compear-
ing, and in Feb. 1657 on one of their number being sent to preach in Tranent, he had to do SO,
amid the railings of profane people around the windows, and with Mr Walter addressing a
crowd in the kirkyard, and afterwards creating such disturbance as to oblige him to stop. In
March he was processed before the Presb. for “frequent tippling, and tavern haunting,” and
30th April he was summoned before “the Council.” In May 1657 the Heritors and Session
ask the kirk to be “planted,” and the vacant stipend to be given to Mr. Robert B. and his
distressed family, which was ultimately agreed to 2d April 1658, on Mr Walter submitting
himself absolutely to the Presb. and giving up the manse—[Edin. Grad., Sess., and Presb. Reg.]
1658. THOMAS KIRKALDIE, A.M., trans. fr. Carnwath, called 18th Aug. 1657, adm. 1st
April following; deprived by the Acts of Parliament 11th June, and of Privy Council 1st
Oct. 1662, but obtaining the stipend for that year. He died before 5th Feb. 1668–Presb.
Reg., Wodrow’s Hist. i., Morrison's Dec. xviii.
1662. ROBERT BALCANQUAL, A.M., abovementioned, reponed by the Bishop and Synod ; re-
turned in 1663, and died between 19th May and 15th Sept., 1664, aged about 78, in 47th
min. His librarie, with plenishing, was valued at iſ" ii., Inventar and detts, jº' vºlvj ii. He
marr., 16th Feb. 1614, Jean, daugh. of Principal Rollock, and had three sons, Mr Walter (see
before), Robert, and Mr George ; 2dly, Isobel Barron, and had a daugh. Margaret (marr. Mr
Robert Colt, advocate, indweller at Tranent); another daugh, Jean, marr. Mr Tho. Ramsay,
min. of Foulden, in right of whom he entered burges and guild brother of Edinburgh, 5th Feb.
1668–LPresb., Test., Edin, Guild, and Reg. (Marr., and Bapt.), Tombst., Reg. Old Dec. ii.,
Craufurd’s Univ. Edin.]
1666. ANDREW BARCLAY, A.M., trans. fr. Tecropt, pres. by George, Earl of Winton—, coll.
7th and inst. 28th Sept. ; died 1st Aug. 1671, in 48th age and 20th min., “a faithful, vigi-
lant, and orthodox pastor.” His wholl librarie was estimat at jii., insicht, &c., j merks, Frie
gier vijº ljii ijs. He marr. Katherine Couper who died 3d May 1683, aged 59, and had a
son George, nominated bursar to the Presb. 26th April 1683, and to the diocese of Dunblane
2d Oct. 1688.-[Presb., Dunblane Presb., Sess., and Test. Reg., Reg. Collat, Tombst.]
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1672. WILLIAM MELDRUM, trans. fr. Auchterless, pres, by — in July, coll. , adm.
and inst, 8th Aug. ; trans. to Edinburgh (Tolbooth Ch.), in 1675–LPresb., and Sess. Reg.]
1676. JAMES CRAIG, A.M., trans. fr. Selkirk, adm. and inst, 6th Oct.; deprived by refus-
ing the Test in 1681-[Sess., Presb., and Edin. Counc. Reg. xxviii.] -
1683. JAMES GARTSHORE, D.D., trans. fr. Cardross, coll, (before 28th June), and inst. (before
26th July); demitted in 1689. In 1694, when a member of Presb. went to supply the
pulpit, he found 4th Dec. great disturbance and a rabble throwing stones at those assembled
to hear him, that the pulpit was preoccupied by Mr. Bernard M'Kenzie, and that he had to
conduct both diets of worship in the kirkyard. The Dr marr. 6th Aug. 1691, Jean Lockhart,
relict of Gavin Hamilton of Raploch ; 2dly, 3d July 1696, Jannet Chein, relict of Mr Walter
Macgill, min. of Kilsyth.-[Presb., and Edin. Reg. (Marr), M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.]
1701. JoHN MUTTER, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 13th
March 1695, licen. by the Presb. of Linlithgow 17th Aug. 1698, called by the Presb. jure
devoluto, 24th Oct. 1700, after the par. had been “vacant ten yeirs together,” ord, 17th April
following. He refused to sign the Formula, having already done so at his ordination, and saw
no need of repeating these engagements, he changed his mind however and signed. He died
19th Jan. 1739, aged about 64, in 38th min. He marr. in Nov. 1701, Elizabeth, daugh, of
Geo. Whyte, plumber, burgess of Edinburgh, she died 25th May 1772, and had a son, Thomas
(min. of Dumfries), and a daugh, Robina.-[Edin. Grad, Presb., Sess., Test, and Edin. Reg.
(Marr.), Wodrow MSS., &c.]
1740. CHARLEs CUNINGHAM, licen, by the Presb. of Dunbar 6th Aug. 1729, pres, by Geo.
II. in June 1739, through political influence in the burgh of Haddington. His settlement was
delayed till appointed by the Assembly 13th May 1740, and he was ord. 25th Sept. following;
died 4th April 17 93, in his 92d year, and 53d min, leaving issue.—[Presb. Reg., Acts of Ass.
1740, Morren's Ann. i., &c.] t
1784. HUGH CunyNGHAME, nephew of the preceding, licen, by the Presb. 2d Oct. 1781,
pres, by Geo. III. in Jan., and ord, (assist, and suc.) 15th April 1784; died 20th July 1801, in
18th min. He marr. Janet Brown, who died 19th Aug. 1797, and had John Macpherson,
min, of Kinglassie.—Publications—A short Explanation of the Ten Commandments, Sermon
on the death of his mother. Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. x.)—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
1802. ANDREW BROWN, D.D., trans. fr. Falkland, pres, by Geo. III. 22d Dec. 1801, and
adm. 29th April thereafter; died 26th April 1805, in 61st age, and 29th min, “respected for
his highly cultivated understanding, sound judgment, and liberal mind. In him rational piety,
true patriotism, exemplary fortitude, disinterested benevolence, and inflexible integrity were
eminently conspicuous.” He marr. 13th Dec. 1788, Anne, youngest daugh. of Professor Tho.
Gordon, King's College, Aberdeen ; she died at Old Aberdeen 11th July 1810.-Publication
—Account of Falkland (Sinclair's St. Acc. iv.)—[Presb. Reg., Tombst., &c.]
1806. JoHN HENDERSON, A.M., a native of Methven, licen. by the Presb. of Dunoon 27th
March 1798, became tutor in the family of the Hon. Francis Charteris, pres, by Geo. III.
30th July 1805, and ord, 6th March following; died 4th Jan. 1850, in 80th age, and 44th
min. His discourses were simple and energetic, and his attention to young men aspiring to
the profession generous and paternal. He marr, 27th Aug. 1807, Grace, daugh, of Tho.
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Bell, Esq., Fenwick, Northumberland ; she died at Leith 14th Oct. 1855, and had two sons,
Francis and Charles, in the medical service of the H.E.I.C., and two daughters.-Publication—
Character of the Rev. Dr Primrose (Primrose's Prayers),-LPresb, Reg., &c.]
SETON,
Was made a Collegiate church by George Lord Seton 20th June 1493, united to Tranent after 1580, the
Presb. applied to Lord Seyton in 1589 to appoint a minister. In 1592 “William Setoun, pretendit pro-
vost of Setoun,” was cited for non-residence, he compeared 20th June 1593, and “denyit that the
college, kirk of Setoun was ame benefice of cure, or ane parish kirk, but yet quhatsomewir service was
done thair competent to be done in ane parish kirk, was done thair be dispensation, at least be the per-
missioun or tolerance of the Vicar of Tranent, and that if it war ame benefice of cure he ought not to
serve the same but the ordinarie.” It was proposed to be again erected as a parish 2d Jan. and enjoined
by Act of Commission for Plantation of Kirks 17th April 1650; but Lord Seton delayed compliance, and
meanwhile, 24th following, entreated the Presb. to remit his fines, “in respect of the great charges he
will be in erecting the new kirk at Seaton.”
COOKENZIE,
Constituted a quoad sacra parish by the Gen. Assembly 28th May 1838, and opened same year.
1838. ARCHIBALD LORIMER, a native of Dumfriesshire, teacher in Steil's hospital, Tranent,
licen. by the Presb. 28th March 1837, elected by the Subscribers 16th July, and ord. 18th
Oct. 1838. On joining in the Free Secession, and signing the deed of Demission, he was
declared no longer a min. of this Church, 13th June 1843–LPresb. Reg., New St. Acc. ii.,
&c.] Subsequently the service has been given by a succession of Home Mission preachers.
YESTER, BOTHANS, OR BATHANS,
The church was dedicated to St. Cuthbert, and made Collegiate by Sir William de Haya, of Locherworth
and Yester, in 1420. It retained the name of Bathans till about 1675, when it was recognized as Yester,
from its proximity to Yester House. It was removed, and a church built at Gifford in 1708.
1572. WALTER MAKCAUWELL, entered at beltyn, having also charge of Barro, with a stipend
of iiijº ii.-LReg. Min.]
1575. JoHN MORESONE, entered 1st May, having also charge of Garvet, Barro, and Moir-
hame, with j fi of stipend, and the kirk lands; removed to Garvald, in the following year.—
[Reg. Assig., Wodrow Miscell.]
1576. WALTER HAY, son of Lord Hay of Yester, having for stipend “haill Prouestrie
newlie disponit to him,” being judged by the Presb. 18th Aug. 1587, “unfit to be a min.” He
was deposed by the commission of Assembly for trial of ministers, after 18th Oct, thereafter. He
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stated to Mr Carmichael, min. of Haddington, 18th Sept. 1589, that he was myndit anis to haue
past to France, and lykwayis schowis he mycht haue had ane presentation to ane great benefyce
in Orkney. Zit becaus he had appeirance to succeed to his brother, and name betuix hime bot
ane infirme and impotent barne be natour, thairfoir he thocht bettir with advyss of freindis
to byd at hame in Bathens to await that occasioun. Reponed by the Presb. of Edinburgh
17th, according to their commission from the Assembly, with certification that gif afterward
he sal be slanderous, or offend in any of the particular heids of accusation that wer given in
against him, or any heinous offence he sal be depryvit from all function in the kirk thairafter
in perpetuum to which Mr Walter agreed, and was re-adm. 23d March 1589. He was accused
19th May 1603, “ of being a fermorar, that he had presentlie in hand thrie aikers of land in
ferme, that he took to medicine, and visits the sick be reason of his physick, and took several
sheep from a man for curing him, that he was a maker of aquavitae, that he rode on a Lord’s
day afternoon to Edinburgh to visit patients.” Charges of auld were renewed, “that he was
not occupyit in his studie with his buik, bot wald be absent fra Sonday to Sonday, that in his
doctrine he brocht in ridiculus similitudes, sic as the castell of Zester, and with landes to de-
clair sic analogie betuix the signe and the thing signifeit in the Sacrament.” He answered
that he gave over his ferme at Whitsunday last, and denys he hes three aikers; Tuiching the
use of medicine answered, Concerning the woman in Geo. Fraser's hous, she was his freynde,
and that all he did to hir was within half a day's space. As to making saws, he maid sum, and
gave to puir anis ; As to the four sheep, he answerit, that of auld. Grants that his wyfe maks
acquavitae for thair awin use, bot sellis name : indeed in a grit necessitie he raid to his dochter
in Musselburgh, sho being verie seik. The Presb. on 25th “inhibit him the use of medicines,
and studie thairof, that he may the better wait upon his buik, and that under the pane of de-
position, bids him by acquavitae, and mak name.” He was also accused 27th Aug. 1606 of
fornication with his servant, and begetting a child soon after his wife's death, of entertaining
William, a bastard son, in the house after taking with the other, delapidating his benefice to
the heauie prejudice of the kirk, and the nixt intrant, of fornication with a woman under pro-
mise of marriage, and for contempt, by not compearing at the Presb. and Prov. Assembly, on
which he was suspended by the latter,” ay or quhile he be either cleared or convict, to the end
the kirk of God may be purgit of sic rotten and filthie memberis to the terror of the wicked and
the encouragement of the godlie.” Having been charged, and having answered 3d Sept., “It
wes found be uniforme consent (of the Presb, and Commissioners named by the Synod), that
his appearance was not onlie offensive and uncomlie, bot also unreverent, disdaneful, proud,
boistrous, and sic as appeirit to bewray his guiltines. He was therefore deposed 31st Dec.
thereafter, in terms of ane act of the Presb. of Edin. and Haddingt., recorded in the books of the
Presb. with his awin consent. He afterwards fled the country. Both Mr Walter and a son,
James, were dead before 9th Nov. 1630. He marr. in May 1587, Margaret Sinclair, relict of
Mr Tho. Hepburn, parson of Auldhamstocks,—[Presb., Edin. Presb., and Test. Reg., Booke
of the Kirk, Calderwood's Hist., Wodrow’s Miscell, and Biog. i., Ind. to Reg. of Deeds, and
Testaments.] - -
1613. JAMES MITCHELSoune, A.M., trans. fr. Hassendean, adm. (between 17th March and
27th Aug.); was a member of Gen. Assembly 1618, and died in July 1625, aged about 40, in
BATHANS. 363
15th min. His librarie was estimat to j merks, utencils, &c., xx fi, Frie geir, dd, jº vijº
lxxxviij fixvis, viijd. Euphame Borthwick, his relict, died in July 1627. He had John,
Margaret, William, and James, for whom Samuel M., his brother, and Will. Borthwick of Cruik-
ston were tutors during their minority. The said Sam, was served heir to his nephew, John, in
the lands of Wester Middleton in 1647–Presb., and Test. Reg., Reg. Assig., Ing. Ret, Edin.
997, and Gen. 3248.] -
1625. JAMES FLEMING, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 28th
July 1610, produced testimonials from the Presb. of Edin, and Melrose, pres, by John, Lord
Yester in Sept., passed trials, and got a testificat 5th Oct., adm. by John, Archbishop of St.
And, and inst. 30th Nov. 1625. In 1627 there were two hundreth and three score communi-
cants, with a stipend of v" merks, and “ane school for mayntening quhairof the Lady Yester hes
gewin band for payment of 1 merkis yeirlie.” Mr. F. was a member of the Assembly in 1638,
and of the Commissions 1642-1647. He reported to the Presb. 8th Aug. 1649, that “being
at Tranent by Order of the Gen. Assembly attending the execution of witches, he was railed
on and upbraided by some of the town's people there, who were afterwards apprehended and
rebuked. He was obliged to flee, after the English entered the country, when he officiated for
eight or nine months at Newburn; there was no meeting of Session from 22d July 1650, to
3d Aug. 1651. He died 8th April 1653, aged about 63, in 28th min., “ane ingenuous
single-hearted man,” and one of those whom Livingston accounted “eminent for grace and
gifts, or faithfulness and success;” he mortified iij merks for teaching poor scholars. His
utencils, &c., were estimat at j merks, Frie geir at v"v" xxxiv. ii vjs. viijd. He marr. and
had a daugh. Janet, who marr. Mr James Forbes, min. of Abercorn; 2dly, Jean Livingston,
who survived, for whom Mr John Livingston, min. of Ancrum, was an overseer, and had four
sons, Mr Robert (min. of Cambuslang), to whom he “left all his books,” John, James,
Alexander, and two daugh, Jean, and Cristiane,—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Presb., Syn., Sess,
St. Andrews Presb, and Test. Reg (Hadd), Stat. Reports 1627, Acts of Ass., Rutherfºrd, and
Baillie's Lett, Lamont, and Brodie's Diaries, Livingston's Life, and Charac., Stevenson's Hist,
Ing. Ret. Gen. 3801, M'Crie's Know ii, Fleming on Death of King Will, Know's Works, vi., &c.]
1654. IAURENCE CHARTERIs, A.M., fourth son of Mr Henry C., Professor of Divinity in
the Univ. of Edinburgh, studied and obtained his degree there 30th July 1646, called 24th
Sept. 1653, he produced certificates from Dalkeith of “godly carriage for the past two yeirs,”
and stated 30th Nov, following, “he has had no hand directly, nor indirectly, to the Protest
given in against the two late Assemblies, neither questions their authority, and thinks it his
duty to avoid every thing which may tend to keep up the present differences and debates, and
proposes so to do,” respectfully declining to subscribe the paper submitted to him by the Presb.,
“although the matter of it generally is approved by him.” Ord, and inst. before a N.P., 9th
Feb. 1654. Conforming to Episcopacy, he was collated 17th Oct. 1662. In 1667 he asked
advice of the Presb. “concerning some persons who about Christmas last, had gone several
nights up and down the country dressed in women's cloaths dancing and revelling;” to prevent
such abuses in tyme coming they appoint him to rebuke them sharply before the Session, this
being the first fault of that nature. In 1670 he was one of those, ironically styled the
“Bishop's Evangelists,” who were sent to preach to the Presbyterian Whigs of the West. In
364 PRESBYTERY OF HAIDDINGTON.
the year following he was offered a Bishoprick, but refused to accept it; and was promoted to
the Professorship of divinity in the Univ. of Edinburgh in Dec. 1675.-LPresb., and N. Leith
Sess. Reg., Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., and Collat., Craufurd’s Hist. Univ. Edin, Wodrow, Kirk-
ton, and Burnet's Hist, Ing. Ret. Gen. 3943, Wew St. Acc.]
1670. PATRICK GILLESPIE is mentioned as sometime minister in the testament of Mr Alex.
Carmichael, who died in July 1677, as “restand awin be band v" merks principal with in-
terest" to Carmichael. (This can only relate to a temporary appointment during this year,
when Mr Charteris was sent to enlighten the Presbyterians in the West)—[Test. Reg.]
1676. JoHN HAY, A.M., son of And. H. of Inchnoch, studied and attained his degree at the
Univ. of Glasgow, 4th July 1670, passed trials before the Presb. of Peebles, pres. by —
in May, had his secondary trials before the Presb., and got a testimonial 13th July for
ordination, ord, and coll, before 3d, and inst, and adm. 10th Aug. 1676; deposed 29th July
1680, on confession of fornication with his servant. This caused “the great grieff of the whole
parochin.” Mr H. was absolved 27th Jan. 1681–LMun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb., and Sess.
Reg.]
1681. GEORGE STEPHEN, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Glasgow 21st
July 1673, passed trials, and got a certificate 28th Aug. 1679 for licence, pres, by
John, Earl of Tweeddale in June, had secondary trials and a testimonial 25th Aug. for ordina-
tion, and was inst. in Oct. 1681 ; relinquished “because he would not take the test” in
29th Dec. following.—[Edin. Grad, Presb., and Sess. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist, Wew St. Acc.]
1682. Rob BRT MELDRUM, A.M., formerly of Garvald, pres, by —, coll. before 28th, and
inst. 31st Dec. 1682. A meeting of Presb. was called 10th Sept. 1695, in consequence of
the Chancellor having on the previous Sabbath caused one of their number to preach, “on
account of Mr Meldrum not having qualified himself according to law.” The Presb. thanked
his lordship for his zeal, and agreed to co-operate with him in planting the kirk. Mr M. con-
tinued, however. He expounded the whole New Testament in his afternoon lectures on the
Lord's days, finishing that of the Revelations on 22d Oct., and surviving only seven weeks
after. He died 14th Dec. 1699, aged about 46, in 20th min. The insicht was estimat at
ij" ii, Frie geir, d. d., viijº lv.jii. vs. v.jd. He marr. Jean Melvin, and had Jean, Elizabeth, John,
Andrew, and Isobel ; 2dly, Helen Young, who survived him.—[Presb., Sess., and Test. Reg.,
MS. Acc. of Min. 1689, New St. Acc.] -
1701. JAMES CRAIG, A.M., second son of John C., in Thornton-loch, bapt. 5th Sept. 1669,
studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 9th July 1694, called 23d Jan.,
and ord. 15th April 1701. He was rebuked 13th April 1702 for “riding on the Sabbath
while preaching in the north.” During his incumbency he read large portions of Scripture at
each diet of public worship, both lecturing and preaching always in the forenoon. Trans, to
Dunbar 28th Oct. 1718.-[Edin. Grad, Innerwick Sess., and Presb., and Syn. Reg., Wodrow’s
Anal, New St. Acc.]
1720. JAMES WITHERSPOON, A.M., descended from a respectable parentage, which had long
possessed considerable landed property, took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 22d
April 1709, licen, by the Presb. 27th Nov. 1716, called 25th Nov. 1719, and ord, 17th
March following ; appointed by Geo. II. one of his Majesty's Chaplains in Ordinary for Scot-
BATHANS. 365
land in March 1744, and died 12th Aug. 1759, in his 68th year and 40th min. “Eminent for
his piety,” learning, and fidelity as a min. of the Gospel, especially by “extreme accuracy in his
writings and discourses.” He marr. 21st Oct. 1720, Anne, daugh. of Mr Dav. Walker, min.
of Temple, and had John, min. of Paisley, subsequently President of the College of New
Jersey, David, Susan, spouse of Mr James French, schoolmaster of the par., Josias, and James.
—[Presb., Syn., and Sess. Reg., Tombst, Witherspoon's Works i., Steven's High School Edin.,
Rodgers's Fun. Serm., Carlyle's Autob., Wew St. Acc., &c.
1760. JAMES INNES, son of Mr James I., min. of Merton, licen. by the Presb. of Earlston, 6th
Sept. 1757, became assistant to the preceding, pres, by John, Marquis of Tweedale in Oct.
1759, and ord, 27th March after; the Presb. of Dunfermline complained 3d Feb. 1778 of his
preaching in the Chapel of Ease there without leave, the complaint, however, was allowed
to drop. He was elected min. of the Free Presbyterian Society, or Chapel of Ease,”
Glasgow, 17th May 1781, which he declined ; died 3d Feb. 1821, in his 88th year and 61st
min. Distinguished by his powerful appeals to the conscience, his unbending integrity, and
unwearied diligence in ministerial duty. His manner in preaching was formed on that of the
celebrated Whitefield, and from his tall and venerable appearance, with the four storied wig,
he commanded in no small degree the attention of his audience, never tiring them by the
length of his discourses, which at no period ever exceeded thirty-five minutes. He marr. 9th
Oct. 1767, a lady in Edinburgh who died 18th Dec. 1813, and had a son William, min. of
Stirling, and two daughters, Jessie, and another, who marr, the Rev. Greville Ewing, of Lady
Glenorchy's Chapel, Edin-Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. i.)—
[Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc., &c.]
1821. DANIEL WILKIE, trans. from Stonehouse, pres, by George, Marquis of Tweedale 13th
July, and adm. 6th December thereafter ; trans, to Edinburgh (New Greyfriar's Ch.) 7th
July 1829-LPresb. Reg., Wew St. Acc.]
1829–ROBERT SMITH, trans. fr. Dreghorn, pres, by the Commissioner for Geo., Marquis
of Tweedale in Aug, and adm. 15th Oct. ; trans, to Old Machar 26th Aug. 1830–LPresb. Reg.,
New St. Acc.]
1831. DAVID HORNE, licen, by the Presb. of Glasgow 6th Aug. 1827, became tutor in the
family of Sir Robert Keith Dick of Prestonfield, Bart., pres. by Geo., Marquis of Tweeddale,
in March, and ord, 12th May 1831; trans, to Corstorphine 26th Sept. 1833.−[Presb. Reg.,
New St. Acc.]
1834. JoHN THOMSON, son of Convener John T., coachwright, Stirling, studied at the
Univ. of Glasgow, became tutor in the family of the patron, and was licen. by the Presb. 3d
July 1832, pres, by Geo., Marquis of Tweeddale in Dec. 1833, and ord. 17th April follow-
ing. On adhering to the Prötest, joining in the Free Secession, and signing the deed of
Demission, he was declared no longer a min. of this Church 24th May 1843, and was adm.
to Free St George's, Paisley, 13th June 1845. He marr. 23d Dec. 1834 Buchanan.—
Publications—Speech in the Free Synod of Glasgow and Ayr. Paisl. 1850, 8vo., Account of
the Parish (New St. Acc. ii.)—[Presb. Reg., Wew St. Acc., &c.]
366 PRESBYTERY OF HADDINGTON.
SUCCESSION OF MINISTERS SINCE JUNE 1839.
JPage
313 Haddington, 1843. John Cook, D.D.
315 1843. James Bell.
319 Aberlady, 1861. James Hill Tait.
322 Athelstanford, 1846. John Morrison Whitelaw, LL.D.
324 Bolton, 1843. Thomas Drummond.
329 Dirleton, 1843. James Scott.
1864. William Logie, D.D.
331 Garvald, 1844. John Crosbie.
339 Humbie, 1841. James Dodds.
1843. George Weir.
1864. David M*Laren.
341 Morham, 1844. Alexander Graham.
345 North-Berwick, 1856. Peter Macmorland.
349 Pencaitland, . .1843. Maxwell Nicholson.
1855. William L. Riach, A.M.
354 Prestonpans, 1844. John Struthers.
356 Salton, 1840. Patrick Fairbairn.
- 1843. James M*Watt, B.D.
361 Tranent, 1850. Robert Stewart.
1852. William Caesar.
365 Yester, * 1843. Samuel Kerr.
PRESBYTERY OF DUNBAR,
Proposed to be erected by the Gen. Assembly 1581. The Register commences 16th Nov. 1657, and
consists of seven volumes, having chasms from 7th Oct. 1684 to 28th Nov. 1694, and from 7th Nov. 1759,
to 14th April 1762. Four volumes are mentioned 7th Aug. 1717, which have gone astray, or have been
destroyed, viz. From 12th March 1607 to 18th Feb. 1619, 13th May 1652 to 27th Oct. 1657, 18th May
1688 to 19th April 1693, and 18th May 1688 to 24th Oct. 1694, the latter had been chiefly transcribed
into that preceding.
DUNBAR,
Formerly a Collegiate Church founded by Patrick, Earl of March, in 1342, and dedicated to St Bae.
1564. ANDREW SYMSON, trans. fr. Dunning, adm. in 1564; in 1567 he had a stipend of
viijº fi, for which he was bound to minister the Sacraments to the kirks “therabout.” He was
pres, to the parsonage by James VI. 31st Aug. 1568, and two years after was the mean of
bringing to confession his neighbour the min. of Spott, who had murdered his wife. He
signed the articles drawn up by the Synod, and presented by the Superintendent to the As-
sembly in March 1572. In 1574 his stipend was jºxxxiii li vjS. viijd, with the kirk-lands, dis-
charging also the duties of Master of the Grammar School, and having David Hume of Wed-
derburn, and other distinguished persons as pupils. In 1577 he witnessed with the deepest
concern, when going to officiate in the pulpit on a Lord's day, a thousand boats setting their
nets during the herring fishing, but alas! before midnight passed a tremendous thunderstorm
arose, by which one hundred and twenty boats were lost, and about two hundred and eighty
women rendered widows. He demitted before 11th Sep. 1580, and was trans. to Dalkeith
before 1582–LReg. Min., Assig, and Pres. Booke of the Kirk, Zurich Lett. ii., Wodrow's
Annal., Miscell, and Biog. i., Row, and Calderwood, and Millar's Hist., Archaeol. Scot. iv., Wew
St. Acc. i.]
1582. ALEXANDER Howe, of Huntwode, son of Geo. H. of Broxmouth, pres. by James VI.,
14th Sept. ; he set a tack of the Teinds with consent of the Patron, 15th March 1600, for
three lives and three nineteen years; demitted previous to 21st May 1601, was accused of
slander in Nov. following, and died in Dec. 1623. His utencils were estimat at xxxii, awin for
hous-mail xxii, and to a servant woman ixii. Frie geir dd, v"viº Xxxiijlijs viiijd. He marr,
in Feb. 1586, Katherine Symsone; 2dly, Jean, sister of Will. Home, she survived him, and had
two sons, Alexander and George.—[Reg. Pres., Assig, and Old Dec., Haddingt. Presb., and
Test. Reg., Row, and Calderwood's Hist., Wodrow MSS., Melvill's Autob., Millar's Hist, Syn.
Eatract, dºc.]
1589. JAMES KELLIE, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews,
28th Nov. 1586; became assistant to the preceding, 1st April 1589; trans, to Whitekirk in
1592–Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Edin. Presb. Reg.]
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368 PRESBYTERY OF DUNBA.R.
1599. JAMES HOME, studied and was graduated at the Univ. of St. Andrews in 1596, adm.
1st June 1599, pres, by James VI. 21st May 1601 ; he was summoned before the court of
High Commission, 26th Jan. 1620, for not observing the holy days, and celebrating the com-
munion according to the directions of the Assembly at Perth, and is mentioned 24th March
thereafter. He marr. Marie Lauder, who died 5th May 1614, and had a daugh. Isobell.—
| Edin. Presb., Sess., Innerwick Sess, and Test. Reg., Reg. Pres, and Old Dec. i., Acts Parl. x.,
Calderwood, and Millar's Hist.]
1635. WILLIAM MAXWELL, A.M., trans. fr. Stow, pres. by Robert, Earl of Roxburgh —, and
adm. 24th May; he gave iij dollars towards building the Librarie of the Univ. of Glasgow 25th
May 1636, and was deposed by the Commission of Assembly 3d Jan. 1639, for “erroneous
doctrine, meddling with the poor's box, tyrannical behaviour to his parishioners, in urging their
conformity to the Articles of Perth, declining both the Assembly and Presb., and appealing to
his Majesty.” He marr., 17th Jan. 1611, Catharine Weir, and had Jane, Elizabeth, James,
and James.—[Sess., Stow Sess, and Edin. Reg. (Marr), Reg. Pres, Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii.,
Wodrow MSS., Baillie's Lett., Stevenson, and Millar's Hist, Peterkin's Records.]
1639. ANDREW STEVENSON, A.M., Regent in the Univ. of Edinburgh, not having conformed
to the Articles of Perth, was one of those whom the Gen. Assembly 1638, recommended as
meriting, for the supply of vacancies, called —, and adm. 19th Dec. 1639; he was a member
of the Commissions of Assembly 1643-1645 and 1647. During the visit of the English Army
in 1650, he found it necessary to take shelter in Dundee; died 13th Dec. 1664, in his 77th year
and 25th min. The insicht was estimat at vij" merks, and the Inventar and debts amounted
to jºiij xxxiijii vjs viijd. He had property in Edin, as Robert Crombie, bookseller, there,
was owing at his death, 1645, of buith maill j fi. He marr. Agnes, daugh, of James Cathkin,
bookseller in Edin., she died 20th Oct. 1634, and had eight children, Jonet, Agnes (sp. of Mr
Dav. Robertson, min. of Lennal), James, Isobell, Thomas, Alexander, Thomas, and Mr Archi-
bald, M.D., physician in ordinary to his Majesty; 2dly, Bethia Cathkin, relict of Millar,
she died 26th March 1640,-[Presb., Haddingt. Presb., Edin. Guild, and Reg. (Bapt.), Craw-
ford's Hist. Univ. Edin., Stevenson, and Millar's Hist, Bannatyne Miscell. ii., Monteith's Mort.
1644. DAVID ROBERTSON, A.M., son of Mr. James R., min. of Cranston, studied and
obtained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews, 2d May 1639, adm. (helper) 9th April 1644;
trans, to Polwarth in 1652–ſAct Rect, Univ. St. And, Haddingt., and Dalkeith Presb., and
Test. Reg.]
1657. RICHARD WADDELL, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of St. Andrews
in 1648, adm. (helper) 8th Sept. 1657; trans, to Stenton 17th Sept. 1658–Act. Rect. Univ.
St. And, Presb. Reg.]
1665. ANDREW WooD, A.M., trans. fr. Spott, pres, by Will., Earl of Roxburgh 1st, coll.
9th, and inst. 28th Feb. ; promoted to the Bishoprick of the Isles (holding his par. by a dis-
pensation) in 1675, afterwards to that of Caithness, and died in 1695, aged 76.-[Presb., and
Edin. Guild Reg., Reg. Collat., and Old Dec. i., Keith's Catal., Millar's Hist, Wew St. Acc.]
1678. WILLIAM WALTERSON, licen. by Geo. Bishop of Edinburgh 1st Feb. 1667, ord.
(assist.) before 24th Sept. ; continued 7th Dec. 1680–|Reg. Collat., Presb., Whittingh., and
Tyningh. Sess. Reg.] -
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1680. THOMAS WOOD, A.M., trans. fr. Cockpen, inst, 28th Oct. ; he was libelled for
cruelty and a persecuting spirit, because he persuaded a friend to put away a servant who re-
fused to attend church, and thus made both herself and her mistress liable to the law ; died
in March 1718, aged about 73. He marr., 18th July 1666, Marion Goodfellow.—[Presb.,
and Edin. Reg. (Marr), Reg. Old Dec. i, ii, Hist, of Gen. Ass. 1690, MS. Acc. of Min. 1689,
Eule's Sec. Vindication, Millar's Hist.
1688. JAMES CLARK, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh in
1680, and was ready for entering on trials at the first meeting of Presbyterian min. in the
Synod, after the toleration, 6th July, 1687, licen. by a committee of their number, 27th Oct.
following; ord, (in the meeting-house) before 25th July 1688, was a member of the Gen.
Assembly 1690, and trans, to Innerwick in 1691–LSyn. Reg., Reg. Gen. Ass., Hist. Gen. Ass.
1690, Če.]
1718. JAMES CRAIG, A.M., trans. fr. Yester, pres, by John, Duke of Roxburgh, and adm.
26th Nov. ; trans, to Edinburgh (Old Ch.) 8th Feb. 1721–LPresb. Reg., Millar's Hist.]
1722. GEORGE LOGAN, A.M., trans. fr. Sprouston, pres, by John, Duke of Roxburgh in Sept.
1721, and adm. 24th Jan. following; trans, to Edinburgh (Trinity College Ch.) 15th Nov.
1732–LPresb, and Syn. Reg., Wodrow's Anal., Chalmers' Life of Ruddiman, Millar's Hist.]
1733. ALEXANDER PYOTT, trans. fr. Carriden, pres, by John, Duke of Roxburgh in June, and
adm. 24th Oct. ; the opposition to him was so great, that on his proceeding to church with
the elders, they found the people assembled, the doors locked, and themselves excluded, so that
the window of the Session-house had to be broken open before they gained admission. He
died 26th March 1765, in 40th min. The celebrated Col. Gardiner lodged with him two
nights, only two days before his death. Owing to a dispute about the marriage of a soldier,
he has been immortalized in the satirical Memoirs of Magopico, written against him by the
Rev. Dr. Halyburton, chaplain to the 1st Foot. He marr., 17th June 1726, Eleanor Steven-
son, who died 1st Aug. 1742, and had two sons and three daugh, John, James, Susan,
Ratharine, and Ann ; 2dly, 3d March 1752, Rebecca Thomson.—[Presb., Yester Sess., and
Syn. Reg., Carlyle's Autob., Millar's Hist., &c.]
1766. GEORGE BRUCE, A.M., trans. fr. Minto, pres. by John, Duke of Roxburgh in July
1765, adm, 4th July 1766; died 8th May 1795, in his 94th year, and 64th min., “an able and
very respectable clergyman.” He bequeathed, by a deed of mortification 9th Sept. 1792, one
hundred Pounds, the interest whereof to be given to the schoolmaster of Forglen, a situation
which he had filled in early life, on condition that he read portions of Scripture to the congre-
gation every Sabbath between the second and third bells : A like sum was also left by him,
the interest to be given to the schoolmaster of Grange ; and also bequeathed fifty Pounds for
the benefit of the school at East Barns ; he proposed, and had not death intervened, would
have bestowed one hundred Pounds towards the support of the schoolmaster of Rothiemay.
He marr. 8th Jan. 1750, Elizabeth Hall, who died 16th Aug, 1770, and had three sons and
a daugh., George, Gilbert, Thomas, and Sarah. —Publications—Personal Religion a necessary
qualification in a minister of the Gospel, a sermon, Newcastle 1743, 8vo. Account of the
Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. v.)—[Presb., and Turreff Presb. Reg., Millar's Hist, &c.]
1795. PATRICK CARFRAE, trans. fr. Morham, pres, by John, Duke of Roxburgh in June, and
370 PRESBYTERY OF DUNBA.R.
adm. 16th Sept. ; had D.D. from the Univ. of St. Andrews 12th Oct. following, demitted 4th
July, which was accepted 4th Oct. 1820, retired to Bowerhouses in the near vicinity, where
he died 4th March 1822, in his 81st year, and 56th min. Although he left little literary
remains to perpetuate his name, yet he was distinguished as one of the most eloquent and ac-
complished preachers of his day, notwithstanding that from reading his sermons, he was in his
younger years, when the practice was uncommon, termed by the vulgar “Paper Pate.” He marr.
Mary Sheriff, who died 27th July 1807, and had a numerous family, most of whom died in
early life. The last survivor, John, General in the H.E.I.C.S., died in 1860—Publications
—A Letter to Scotia's Bard, which elicited a reply (Burn's Works ii.) Account of Morham
(Sinclair's St. Acc. ii.)—[Presb, and Yester Sess. Reg., Somerville's Life, Millar's Hist, Wew
St. Ace.]
1821. JoHN JAFFRAY, a native of the Carse of Stirling, licen. by the Presb. of Edinburgh
30th March 1814, pres, by Mary, Duchess Dowager of Roxburgh in Nov. 1820, ord, (by which
the new church was opened) 20th April 1821 ; died 13th Feb. 1862, in 70th age, and 41st
min. In addition to his pulpit ministrations, which were of a high order, and were charac-
terized by breadth of sentiment and vigour of mind, as well as elegance of composition, he
occupied a high place as an agricultural authority, and not a few of the improvements both in
agricultural implements, and in the cultivation of the soil, were owing to his suggestions. He
marr, 17th Nov. 1824, Isabella Lucas of Stirling, and had two sons, John, banker, Dunbar,
Thomas Lucas, and two daugh., Isabella, and Janet Smart.—Publications—Account of the
Parish (New St. Acc. ii) Account of an Experiment on Deep Ploughing (Trans. Highland
Soc.)—[Presb. Reg., Millar's Hist, &c.]
BELHAVEN.
Constituted by the Commission of Assembly 29th May 1838, and erected a quoad sacra par. by the Court
of Teinds 28th Jan. 1863.
COCKBURNSPATH, ANCIENTLY COLDBRANDSPATH.
1610. JoHN LAUDER, removed from Auldcamus, when he was a member of Assembly 10th
June, and is said to have received xlii for his attendance, pres. to the Vicarage of Auldcamus
by James VI. 20th June 1617; died before 22d May 1627–LReg. Sec. Sigill, and Pres, Booke
of the Kirk, Calderwood's Hist, Stat. Reports 1627.]
1627. GEORGE SYDSERFE, A.M., formerly of Campvere, pres. to Ayton by Charles I. 26th Jan.
1627, but on which he did not enter, also pres, to this par. by his Majesty 22d May same year.
An Act of Parliament was granted in his favour, respecting the stipend, 28th Jan. 1633, was
one of the Commission named by the King for the maintenance of Church discipline 21st Oct.
1634, and deposed 7th Jan. 1639, for “contempt of his Presb., declining the Assembly 1638,
erroneous doctrine, tyrannical conduct in compelling his parishioners to conform to the Articles
of Perth, and appealing to his Majesty,” who caused a letter to be directed to the Presb. previous
to 31st July following, “inhibiting them to admit anie person to the ministry there, while his
COCKBURNSPATH. 3.71
Majesty, being patron, sould be heard, and commanded them to authorize, and repossess Mr
Geo. in his place, at least not to hinder him to do onie ministerial duty there.” His children
had £100 sterl, allowed by Parliament 5th July 1661. He was brother to Arch. S., mer-
chant, Edinburgh, and was served nearest agnate to John, son of the late Mr John Sydserfe of
Quarrellsyd.—|Reg. Pres., Sec. Sigill, and Old Dec. iii., Acts Parl. v., vii., Maitland Miscell. ii.,
Wodrow MSS., Baillie's Lett., Stevenson's Hist., Ing. Ret, de Tui. 595, Dempsterii Eccl.
Hist., &c.] -
1640. JAMES WRIGHT, A.M., Regent in the Univ. of Edinburgh, adm. 4th Dec.; pres, by
Charles I. 15th Nov. 1641, was elected, and pres, to the city of Edin. 9th Sept. 1642, but the
Gen. Assembly refused his translation. He was a member of the Commission of Assembly
1646, and obliged to leave the parish from 23d July 1650 to 12th Oct. 1651, in consequence
of the English army being in the country ; died 17th Nov. 1656, aged about 50, in 16th min.
—[Presb., Haddingt. Presb., Syn., Sess., Tyningh. Sess, and Edin. Counc. Reg., Craufurd’s
Univ. Edin., Acts of Ass, Baillie's Lett.]
1657. RICHARD CALLENDER, A.M., eldest son of Mr Alex. C., min, of Denny, studied at
the Univ. of Glasgow and Edinburgh, from the latter of which he took his degree 26th July
1649, became chaplain to Isobel, Countess of Roxburgh, called in May, and adm. (before 5th
Nov.) 1657 ; pres. by Charles II. 4th Oct. 1662, coll, 15th Jan. 1663 ; trans, to Falkirk
same year.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Pres., Sec. Sigill, and Collat.,
Presb., Kelso Presb., Syn, Sess, and Test. Reg. (Sirl), Ing. Ret. Gen. 5622, &c.]
1663. GEORGE Pollok, A.M., trans. fr. Abbey St. Bathens, pres, by Charles II, 4th June,
and inst. 2d Nov. ; died 17th June 1671, aged about 47, in 21st min. He marr, and left a
son, Alexander, who was bursar to the Presb. 27th Nov. 1677.-[Min.-book Reg. Priv. Seal,
Reg. Pres, Presb., Sess., Oldhamst, and Wittingh. Sess. Reg.]
1671. DAVID STIRLING, A.M., formerly of Edinburgh (Greyfriar's Ch.), pres, by Charles
II. 29th June, and coll. (before 27th Sept.); deprived in 1681 for refusing the Test.—[Presb.
Reg., Reg. Sec. Sigill.]
1682. JoHN BARCLAY, A.M., trans. fr. Edinburgh Castle, pres. by Charles II. 24th Jan.,
and inst. and adm. (before April); deprived by the Priv. Council 8th Sept. 1689, for not
reading the Proclamation of the Estates, and not praying for their majesties William and
Mary. He intruded at Fowlis-Wester from 10th March till end of Sept. 1695, took up his
abode at Edinburgh, where he was accused 3d April 1706, of celebrating irregular marriages,
and died in Calton 6th April 1711, in 70th age.—[Reg. Sec. Sigill, Min.-book Reg. Priv.
Seal, Presb., Edin. Presb., Oldhamst, and Fowlis-W. Sess, and S. Leith Reg. (Bur), M.S. Acc.
of Min. 1689.]
1689. DAVID CLUNIE, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Glasgow 18th July
1672, was bursar of divinity 1673-1676, and a probationer at the first meeting of Pres-
byterians, after their liberty, 6th July 1687, ord, (between 25th July 1688 and 6th May
1690), was a member of the Assemblies 1690, 1692, and died 29th Nov. 1700, in his 48th
year. His Inventar amounted to vij" xlii. He marr. Grisel Thomsone, who survived him,
and had Christian, Thomas, and Andrew.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Wodrow’s Hist, Presb., Sess.,
Inverkeithing Sess, and Test. Reg, (Laud), Reg. Gen. Ass, &c.]
372 PRESBYTERY OF D'UNEAR.
1702. HENRY SHAw, studied theology at the Univ. of Glasgow, Leyden, and Utrecht, licen.
by the Presb. 21st Jan. 1702, called 25th Feb., and ord, 14th May same year ; died 8th June
1746, in his 67th year, and 45th min. He marr, 30th Dec. 1702, Helen Bishop, who died
30th July 1755.-Presb., and Syn. Reg., dºc.] * -
1748. DAVID SPENCE, licen, by the Presb. 8th Oct. 1746, called 19th Aug. 1747, ord, 23d
June 1748; died 9th May 1789, in 41st min. He marr. Mary Wauchope, who died 26th
Aug. 1789, and had three sons, John, Andrew, who succeeded to the benefice, and David,
writer, Melrose, and seven daugh, Elizabeth, Margaret, who marr. Mr Geo. Ramsay, clothier,
Haddington, Janet, Mary, Helen, Janet, and Susannah.-[Presb. Reg., Morren's Ann., &c.]
1789. ANDREW SPENCE, son of the preceding, licen, by the Presb. 5th Dec. 1787, pres, by
Geo. III. in June, and ord, 3d Sept. 1789; died 10th March 1844, in his 84th year, and 55th
min. He marr. 12th May 1795, Marion Sawers, and had Helen and David.—Publication—
Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. xiii.)—[Presb. Reg., &c.] -
1805. JAMES STIRLING, a native of Blainslie, near Lauder, licen, by the Presb. of Selkirk
6th Aug. 1799, pres. by Geo. III. 14th Dec. 1804, ord, (assist. and suc.) 18th April 1805 }
died 9th July 1830, in 26th min. He marr. and had two sons, James Fletcher, and John ;
2dly, 21st Aug. 1807, Ann, daugh, of the Rev. Arch. Singers, of Fala, she died 22d May
1859, and had Archibald, a min., Hew Singers, and Margaret.—[Presb., and Syn. Reg.]
1831. ANDREW BAIRD, youngest son of the Rev. James B. of Swinton, pres. by — in 1830,
ord, (assist, and suc.) 28th April 1831 ; on adhering to the Protest, joining in the Free Seces-
sion, and signing the deed of Demission, he was declared no longer a min. of this Church 24th
May 1843, and died 22d June 1845, in 45th age, and 15th min. In addition to his professional
acquirements, he has been mentioned as a botanist, and is said to have added to the British
Flora—Publications—Account of the Parish ; and Geology, and Botany, in the par. of Inner-
wick (New St. Acc. ii.)—[Presb. Reg., Tombst, Carr's Hist, of Coldingham, New St. Acc.]
AULDCAMUS,
The church was dedicated to St. Helen, and previous to the Reformation belonged to the Abbey of
Coldingham. It was united to Cockburnspath probably about 1610.
1580. DAVID HUME, removed fr. Oldhamstocks. The stipend of the min. of Bassinden was
debated this year because it was assignit to him ; trans, to Coldingham before 1585.-[Reg.
Assig.] -
1586. JAMES LAMBE, trans. fr. Auldhamstocks, pres, to the Vicarage by James 20th March;
trans. to Bolton in 1587.--|Reg. Assig., and Pres.] -
1590. ALEXANDER WATSONE, continued in 1591 ; trans, to Coldingham before 1593–
[Reg. Assig.
1593. THOMAS HEPBURN, son of Thomas H., min. of Oldhamstocks, continued in 1594–
[Reg. Assig, and Deeds xxxi. -
1595. ALEXANDER LUMISDENE, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of St.
INNERWICK. 373
Andrews in 1591 ; continued in 1597, trans, to Hutton before 1599.-Act. Rect. Univ. St.
And, Reg. Assig.]
1599. THOMAS BONER, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews
in 1595 ; continued in 1601, trans. to Simprim in 1606.-Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Reg.
Assig.]
1607. JoHN LAUDER, continued in 1608, removed to Cockburnspath before 1610—[Syn.
Batract, Haddingt. Presb. Reg., Reg. Assig.]
INNERWICK,
Previous to the Reformation the church belonged to the Abbey of Paisley.
1567. MICHAEL BoNCLE, with a stipend of iiij merks; in 1574, it was xlii with manse
and glebe. He signed the Articles drawn by Synod, and presented by the Superintendent to
the Assembly in March 1572, was pres, to the Vicarage by James VI. 3d July 1573, and died
“of great aige’ 26th April 1590. His haill buikis were estimat to xlii, abulzements of bodie
xxii, chalmer geir xiij livis, viijd., Inventar and dettis j'"j" lxxijii Xs. viijd. In his latter will,
eighteen days before his death, he says, “I leif to the Parson of Auldhamstokis for the kyndness
towardis me of his umquhil gude father upon the epistill to the Romanes, Masculus
thairvpoun, and the tua epistillis to the Corinthians, Melanchtoun vpoun Isais, Ezeckiell,
Daniell, and the less Epistillis. I leif all the buildis that hes the bischope of Gallowayes
armes to the laird of Innerveick. I leif tua littil volumes of Mr Alex. Home, and
3.16. vpoun the Romans, and the viher vpoun the Lamentations, thai are in the
kist at Broxmouth. The rest I ordane thame to be Sauld and the money to be gevin to the
pure, becaus Mr Cuthbert (min. of Spott) is not appeirand to leif long. I leif to Harie Fal-
coner xxii and the rest to his sisters, becausthai ar descendit of my father's sister to quhome
I wes addettit in my youth-heid.” Gawin Dudgeon’s wodsatt I haif dispomit alreddie to
Thomas B., my natural Sone in heritage. Will. B., common clerk of Dunbar, and burges
thereof, and Thomas B., are mentioned as his brothers.- Reg. Min, Assig., and Pres., Test.
Reg., Booke of the Kirk, Wodrow Miscell, Calderwood's Hist.]
1592. RICHARD OGILL, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1580,
pres. –, and coll, 4th Oct, 1592. He was charged to appear before the Privy Council 30th
Oct. 1600, to answer “vpon sum vnpertinent aplicatiounes maid in his sermones,” was a
member of the Assembly 1602, and died in March 1608, aged about 48, in 16th min. His
librarie was estimat to xxx fi, abulzements of bodie xx fi, Inventar with dettis jº vij" xi ti vjs.
viijd, leaving two brothers, Mr David, min. of Barra, and Francis.--|Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii.,
Reg. Assig, and Pres., Edin. Presb., and Test Reg., Synod Ea tract, Booke of the Kirk, Pitcairn's
Cr. Trials ii., Wodrow Biog, i.]
1608. PATRICK HAMMILTOUN, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh
29th July 1603, pres. by James VI. 2d, and adm. 19th May 1608. He was one of fifty-five
min. who signed a protestation for the Liberties of the Kirk 25th June 1617, was a member
of the Gen. Assembly 1638, and died 29th Feb. 1640, in his 60th year and 32d min. His
&
374 PRESBYTERY OF DUNBA.R.
utencils, &c., and librarie was estimat to jºli awand to one man and one woman servant a
year's fie vi fi each Frie geir, d.d. jº lxiiijii iijs iiijd. He marr. Elspeth Glen, and had Archi-
bald and Elizabeth.- Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Haddingt. Presb., Sess, and Test. Reg. (Edin.
and Hamilt), Calderwood, and Stevenson's Hist, Tombst, Bannatyne Miscel. ii., &c.]
1640. WILLIAM FoEBEs, trans. fr. Tough, pres. by the commissioner for James Maxwell
of Innerwick, one of his majesty's bed-chamber in April, and adm. 1st Oct. ; was seized at the
meeting of Presb., came home verie sick, and died 1st May 1646.-[Syn., and Sess. Reg.,
Tombst., Reg. Old Dec.]
1646. ARTHUR FORBEs, A.M., trans. fr. Pitsligo, adm. 19th July; trans, to Fraserburgh in
1652–(Sess., and Sym. Reg., Baillie's Lett.]
1654. JoHN BAIRD, A.M., studied and acquired his degree at the Univ. of St Andrews in
1648, was on the Exercise in that Presb. 5th May 1652, called to Kemback 20th March
1653, and to this par. in May after, ord, and adm. 26th Jan. 1654; deprived by the Acts of Parlia-
ment 11th June and of Priv. Council 1st Oct. 1662. The 26th of said month, he lectured
from Matt. xi. 20 and Josh. xxiv. 15-22, and had sermon from Acts xx. 32, giving several useful
instructions. The day “was sad to this congregation, and intertained with much grief of heart
by them, for our min. declared unto the people, that there was a proclamation issued, com-
manding all min. that were adm. since 1649, and had not (as was lately injoined) taken pre-
sentation from the patron, and collation from the Bishop, to be gone of their charge, and that
he, for his part, could not, with Safety and peace of eonscience, comply with that Episcopal
government, either to acknowledge it in its acts and exercise, or to subscribe to it as to its
power (as was required of him), and therefore told he was now to lay down his ministry at
his Master's foot, and to preach his last to them, and then bid them farewell, never (for ought
he knew) to appear again in this place to preach the everlasting gospel to them any more.
The faithful and laborious pastor and a loving people parted, like a mother and her child plucked
from her breasts,” he commending them to the Lord, and the work of His grace. On Wednes-
day after (the 29th), all the brethren of the Presb. met at Dunbar, except Mr B., who, they
were “informed, had deserted his charge, taken leave of his parish, and removed himself and
family out of the bounds of Lothian.” They were farther informed, 26th Nov. following, “ of
his entry against the mind of the whole heritors, and therefore illegal, being against the better
part of the parish ; second, his contentious, divisive and scandalous carriage since entry; third,
disloyal and seditious preaching and speaking against the government, his carriage upon the
anniversary 1661, and neither intimating nor keeping the same this present year.”—[Act. Rect.
Univ. St And, Sess., Presb., St Andrew's Presb., and Syn. Reg., Wodrow’s Hist., Wew St. Acc.]
1662. JAMES WOOD, pres, by Charles, Wiscount Cranburn 15th, coll. 25th, and inst. 31st
Dec.; continued 11th March 1666.-[Presb., and Sess. Reg., Reg. Collat., and Old Dec.]
1666. ALEXANDER FOULIS, A.M., trans, fr. Carmichael, pres, by 2d March, coll.
18th June, and adm. and inst. 5th July; deprived by the Priv. Counciſ 19th Sept. 1689, for
not reading the proclamation of the Estates, not praying for their majesties William and Mary,
and not observing the Fast. He died in Ireland Nov. 1698, aged about 57, in 34th min.
Debts awin in iij" iſ xxviii Xixs iiijd. He marr., 13th Feb., 1677, Elizabeth Mushet in
Spot, and had Mr Henry and Alexander.—[Presb., Sess., Whittingh. Sess., and Test. Reg.,
M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689, &c.]
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1691. JAMES CLARK, A.M., when under a process of transportation to Swinton; was a
member of Assembly 1692, and trans. to Dirleton 3d Nov. 1697–Sess., and Presb. Reg.,
Reg. Gen. Ass., Tombst. &c.] - -
1700. HEW DARLING, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 13th
July 1696, licen, by the Presb. of Dalkeith 29th Aug. 1699, called 2d April and ord, 7th
Aug. 1700; died at Edin, 29th Sept. 1701, aged about 25, in 20 min. He had two brothers
in the ministry, Mr Robert of Ewes, and Mr Andrew of Kinnoul.—[Presb., Sess., and Edin.
Reg. (Bur).]
1703. JAMES NISBET, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 13th
July 1695, became chaplain to the Laird of Woolmet, licen. by the Presb. of Edin. 25th Feb.
1702, called 2d Dec. following, and ord, 15th April thereafter; trans, to Edin. (Old Ch.) 19th
Aug. 1713–LEdin. Grad., Presb., and Sess. Reg., Wodrow’s Anal.]
1715. WILLIAM OGILVIE, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 30th
Dec. 1706, ord. at London in 1712 as Chaplain to the 7th Dragoons, pres. by the Laird of
Dirleton in Oct. 1714, and adm. 26th Jan. following; died Jan. 1729, aged 40, in 17th min.
Mr Rob. Patoun, one of the min. of Haddington, being a near relation, preached after his death.
By his spouse, Agnes Muirhead, he had two daugh., Henrietta and Agnes, one of whom marr.
Mr Hogg.—Publication—A wonderful and true Account of the Laird of Cool’s Ghost.
Edin, 12mo, [Presb, and Sess. Reg., Edin. Grad., Tombst., Wodrow's Anal., Law's Memorials.]
1729. DAVID SMITH, licen. by the Presb. 24th Oct. 1727, pres. by Will. Nisbet, Esq. of
Dirleton in April, and ord, 1st Oct. 1729 ; died 16th Dec. 1780, in his 82d year and 52d
min. He marr. 12th March 1731 Janet Hamilton, who died 7th Jan. 1773, and had William,
James, Mary, Ann-Jean, Gavin, and David-[Presb., Sess., and Syn. Reg., Tombst., &c.]
1781. JoHN HARVEY, licen, by the Presb. of Hamilton 26th March 1771, became assistant
to the preceeding, called 8th June and Ord. 23d Aug. 1781, got a new church built in 1784,
and died 27th Aug. 1816, in 36th min. He marr. 5th April 1782 Rebecca Sandilands, who
died 26th April 1838, and had Marion, James, of Brownlie, and Janet, spouse of the Rev.
James Clason, Dalziel, William, Elizabeth, spouse of Mr. Thomas Robertson, surgeon, R.N.,
Margaret, and Mr William, a preacher, who succeeded to Brownlie.—Publication—Account
of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. i.)—[Presb. Reg., Tombst., &c.]
1817. DAVID LogAN, licen. by the Presb. of Hamilton, 28th April 1812, pres, by Will.
Hamilton Nisbet, Esq., of Dirleton in Nov. 1816, and ord, 1st May following; trans. to Stenton,
29th Aug. 1823–LPresb., and Syn. Reg.]
1824. ADAM FORMAN, jun., A.M., Son of the Rev. Adam F., Kirkintilloch, licen, by the
Presb. of Glasgow, 10th June 1818, pres, by Mrs Mary Hamilton Nisbet of Belhaven and
Dirleton in Sept. 1823, and ord, 29th April thereafter. By his exertions ºf 150 was raised for
building a church at Cockenzie, in 1838, but joining in the Free Secession, and having signed
the deed of Demission, he was declared no longer a min. Of this church, 14th June 1843, adm.
to the Free Ch. Leven same year, and died of heart disease 29th March 1865, in 71st age, and
41st min. He marr., 7th July 1828, Margaret Coates, youngest daugh. of the Rev. Dr Ham-
ilton, Gladsmuir, she died 24th Feb. 1832, and had Eliza Hamilton ; 2dly, Jane, daugh. of
Mr John Turnbull, farmer, Eyemouth, and had Adam, John, and Catherine.—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
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376 - PRESBYTERY OF DUNBAR.
ALDHAMSTOCKS, OR OLDHAMSTOCKS.
1562. THOMAS HEPBURN, was one of those thought apt and able to minister by the first
General Assembly, 20th Dec. 1560. He was appointed by the Assembly 4th July 1562, to
preach in the unplanted kirks of the Merse, month about with two others. In 1567, he waited
on Mr John Craig, formerly of Holyrood House, and requested his services in proclaiming Queen
Mary in marriage with the notorious Earl of Bothwell; was admitted Master of Requests 17th
May same year, and in Aug. following had been forfeited “for certane crymes of tresson and lese
majestie,” which was rescinded however by Parliament, 25th July 1578. But previous to this
he was discharged from the ministry by the Assembly 1576, for teaching “that no soul entereth
heaven until the latter judgment.”—[Booke of the Kirk, Keith, Row, Calderwood, and Laing's
Hist, Wodrow’s MS. Biog. ii., Acts Parl. iii., Chalmers's Caled. ii.]
1569. DAVID HUME, trans, fr. Foulden, entered at Beltyn; he signed the articles drawn by
the Synod and presented by the Superintendent to the Assembly in 1572. In 1574, Col-
branispeth and Aldeammos were also under his care, with a stipend of j lxxxviii Xijs. iiijd.,
of which he paid xxii to a reader. He was a member of the Assemblies 1573, 1576. In
that of 24th April 1578, the min. of Perth complained against Adamson, the Visitor, that he
had, without his advice and consent, collated Hume to a benefice; continued in 1580, and re-
moved to Auldcamus same year.—[Reg. Min., and Assig., Booke of the Kirk, Calderwood’s MS.
Hist, Wodrow Miscell, and Biog. ii., Melville's Autob.]
1580. THOMAS HEPBURN, above mentioned, returned; he died 7th June 1585. His Frie
geir, d.d., amounted to vijº lxxxii. He marr. Margaret Sinclair (who subsequently marr. Mr
Walt. Hay, Provost of Bathens), and had a son Thomas, afterwards in the benefice, and two
daugh. Margaret and Geiana. He also left a brother, Robert–Reg. Assig., Test, dº Deeds
xxxi., Ing. Rei. Haddingt. 10.]
1585. JAMES LAMBE, Reader at Tyningham 1576, and at North Berwick 1578 ; trans, to
Auldcamus before 1586.-[Reg. Assig.
1586. THOMAS HEPBURNE, trans. fr. Auldcamus, deposed by the Synod 2d May 1599, for not
submitting to their authority in a case of stipend between him and Mr John Lauder, min. of
Jockburnspath. Restored in 1601, and was a member of the Assembly 1610. In 1627 there
were in the par, about four hundreth communicants. He died, before 9th April, 1629, leaving a
son, Mr Alexander, afterwards a Regent in the Univ. of Edinburgh, and a daugh, Jeanna, to
whom her brother was served nearest agnate—[Reg. Assig, Sec. Sigill, and Pres, Bacheq.
Buik, Booke of the Kirk, Syn. Eactract, Edin. Presb., and Test. Reg., Stat. Reports 1627, Cal-
derwood's Hist, Ing. Ret, de Tut. 448, Ind. Reg. of Testaments.]
1629. JoHN PATERSONE, trans, fr. Denny, one of his Majesty's Chaplains and Elimoziners
in Scotland, pres, by Charles I. 21st April ; died, before 22d July, 1642, having the crop for
that year. His viencils and librarie were estimat at j" lxviii Xijs, iiijd, Inventar and debts
iiij" vijº Xxxiili xiijs. iiijd.—[Reg. Sec. Sigill, and Pres, Innerwick Sess, and Test. Reg.]
1642. THOMAS HEPBURN, A.M., trans. fr. Lennal, when there were competing presentations,
though by whom is not stated, adm. 22d Sept. ; died 9th May 1671, aged about 55. His librarie
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was estimat at viij merks, the insicht at j" merks, Frie geir, dd, jºviij" xxxviijii. He marr.
Margaret Paterson, who survived him, and had a son Patrick, and eight daugh. Barbara, Mar-
garet, Kathrine, Ann. Isobell, Elizabeth, Mary, and Elizabeth.-[Sess., Presb., Syn., Innerw.
Sess., Test., and Edin. Reg., (Bapt), Ing. Ret. Berw. 373, Hadding. 311, Gen. 5525, 5526.]
1672. JoHN GIBSON, passed trials before the Presb. of Haddington, and got a testimonial,
19th Oct. 1671, for licence, and secondary trials before the Presb. and got another, 23d April
1672, for ordination, and was adm. 21st May thereafter ; deposed in 1690 for drunkenness.
He marr. Margaret Andersone, and had John, Margaret, Anna, and David.—[Presb., and Sess.
Reg., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.
1695. JoHN CURRIE, a native of Ochiltree, called in Nov. 1694, and ord, 14th March follow-
ing; called to Elgin in 1697, but not translated, got a new church built in 1701, and was
trans. to Haddington 23d March 1704.—[Presb., and Sess. Reg., Acts of Ass.]
1706. HARRY Robertson, A.M., studied and obtained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh
7th April 1675, called 13th Dec. 1705, and ord. 25th April thereafter; demitted 5th, which
was accepted 20th Oct. 1731, and died in Edinburgh 30th Nov. 1732, aged about 76, in 27th
min.—[Edin. Grad, Presb., Test., and Edin. Reg. (Bur)]
1733. JoHN LUNDIE, eldest son of Mr Arch. L., min. of Salton, licen. by the Presb. of
Haddington, 18th April 1732, pres. by Lord Alex. Hay of Lawfield in Feb., and also in March,
and ord, 19th July 1733; died 10th May 1786, in his 82d year, and 53d min. He marr.
16th Feb. 1741, Helen Lundie, who died 17th Dec. 1744, and had Archibald and Isabel ;
2dly, 7th Nov. 1751, Helen, daugh, of John Hepburn of Humbie, she died 15th Jan. 1777–
[Presb., Sess., and Sym. Reg., &c.] .
1787. JoHN CoCHRANE, licen. by the Presb. of Linlithgow 18th Dec. 1780, pres. by Robert
Hay, Esq., of Lawfield, with consent of his Curators in Oct 1786, and ord, 22d March follow-
ing; died 22d May 1796, in 46th age, and 10th min. He marr. 19th Aug. 1789, Catherine
Miller, who died 15th March 1828, and had two sons Alexander and Thomas. Publication
—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. vii.).-[Presb. Reg., Tombst, &c.]
1797. ROBERT MOORE, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow, in
1781, licen, by the Presb. of Hamilton, 26th Aug. 1788, pres, by Robert Hunter, Esq. of
Thurston in Nov. 1796, and ord, 6th April thereafter; died 22d Aug. 1846, in his 87th year,
and 50th min. He marr. 8th June 1797, Janet, daugh. of Mr John Boreland of Woodside,
she died 29th Nov. 1803, and had a daugh. Margaret; 2dly, 23d Aug. 1805, Margaret, daugh.
of the Rev. Daniel Macqueen, Prestonkirk, she died 7th Jan. 1810, and had Mary, John
Wardrop, and Daniel Macqueen ; 3dly, 31st Dec. 1812, Agnes Sleigh, relict of Mr Alex.
Miller, Thorntonloch, she died 4th March, 1843–LPresb. Reg., Tombst, &c.]
PRESTONKIRK, or PRESTONHAUGH.
The church was dedicated to St. Baldred, and previous to the Reformation was termed Linton, and was
a Prebend of the Collegiate church of Dunbar.
1562. GEORGE HEPBURNE, one of those thought apt and able to minister, by the first
378 PRESBYTERY OF DUNBAIR.
Gen. Assembly, 20th Dec. 1560. The Superintendent was ordained by the Assembly 1562,
to summon him “to answer such things as should be laid to his charge.” In 1567, he
had the third of his benefice alloted for stipend, extending to lxxvijli xvs. vid. He got
allowance from the Assembly 1583, “to passe out of the countrie for recoverie of his health,”
and died 21st Oct. 1585. The utencils and domicils, with the abulzements of his bodie, and
siluer work, were estimat at xl merks, Inventar and dettis amounted to ij" vii” lxxvii. xv.js.,
viijd. He left “to the puir folkis x fi, and his prent buikis to the laird of Wauchtoun,”
among other things to Patrick Hepburn of Smetoun, “the haill tymmer and tymmerwark,
cairtes, and waynis, with the tymmer in the kirk, providing the kirk be not destitute of
stuillis.” He left a widow, and Robert, and Elizabeth, his brother, and sister—[Booke of the
Kirk, Keith, and Calderwood’s Hist., Reg. Min., Deeds, and Assig., JWodrow Miscell, Test. Reg.]
1585. ROBERT HEPBURN, brother of Sir Alex. H. of Quhitsum, knycht, appointed 10th Jan.
1586, was a member of Assembly Feb. 1587, and several others; died 26th Oct. 1596. His
utencils and domicils, with abulzements of bodie, were estimat to ijº ii, besides goods in his
ludgings of Perth and Magdalene. Inventor and dettis amounted to iiij” iiij" xxvi li iijs, iſd.
He left two daugh. Elizabeth and Jean.—[Reg. Assig, and Deeds, ii., xxxvi., xl., Booke of
the Kirk, Dalkeith, and Edin. Presb., and Test Reg., Calderwood's Hist, Melvill's Autob.]
1593. JoHN FoRREST, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh in 1588,
adm. (fellow-labourer) 2d Oct. 1593; trans. to Humbie in 1585-[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin.,
Presb. Reg., &c.]
1597. EDWARD HEPBURNE, A.M., trans. from Navar, and adm. in 1597; was a member of the
Assembly 1602 and several others; was nominated by the Assembly 1606 constant Moderator
of the Presb., and they were charged by the Privy Council 17th Jan. 1607 to receive him
within twenty-four hours after notice under the pain of rebellion,--he was also a member of
the Court of High Commission 21st Dec. 1615,-he died 28th Aug. 1618, aged about 51.
His librarie was estimat at j" li, utencils, &c., at j" merks. Inventor and dettis iij" ix” xix
ii iijs. iiijd. He left issue.—[Reg. Assig., Syn. Eactract, Haddingt. Presb., Priv. Counc., and
Test. Reg. Booke of the Kirk, Calderwood's Hist.]
1619. JoHN DALIELL, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh
28th July 1610; on the Exercise at Haddington 8th June 1614, became Schoolmaster at
Prestonpans, presented by in 1619, was a member of the Assembly 1638, and several others;
continued 21st July 1669, but died before 3d Nov. 1682. He marr. 18th Feb. 1617 Eliza-
beth, daugh. of Mr James Zoung, min. of Tyningham; she died in Oct. 1656, and had four sons,
William, Robert of Knowhohle, &c., Andrew, apothecary in Wallingford, Berkshire, and
Thomas-Jêeg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Presb., Syn., Haddingt. Presb., Prestorp., Innerw, and
Tyningh. Sess., Test. (Edin., and Haddingt), and Wew Gen. Reg. Sasines iii., X., Bannatyne
Miscell. iii., Acts of Ass., Baillie's Lett., Stevenson's Hist, Ing. Ret. Gen. 355.]
1670. JoHN DARGAVEL, A.M., trans. fr. Southdean, pres, by 17th Jan., and coll.
24th March; he was accused, 1st Sept. following, by Isabel Cruickshanks, of being the father
of a child with whom she was pregnant.—[Presb., and Edin. W. E. Sess. Reg., Reg. Collat.]
1671. GEORGE SHEAL, A.M., trans. fr. Durrisdeer, coll. 22d June. For preaching against
popery, 11th April 1686, “declaring the Pope was as little infallible as the Bishop of the Isles,
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and that he would as soon believe the moon was made of green cheese, as believe in transub-
stantiation,” he was sharply reproved at the Synod two days thereafter. Deprived by the Privy
Council 29th Aug. 1689 for not reading the Proclamation of the Estates, not praying for their
majesties William and Mary, but for James VII., and not observing the thanksgiving.—[Reg.
Collat, Presb., and Tyningh. Sess. Reg., Fountainhall's Diary, MS. Acc. of Min. 1689, &c.]
1679. GILBERT RULE, M.D., formerly Sub-Principal of the Univ. and King's Coll, Aberdeen,
which he demitted on being called as min. to Alnwick about 1656; he was indicted at the in-
stance of a Major Orde, at the Assizes 1660 for attacking the Book of Common Prayer in one
of his discourses, and acquitted, but was ejected by the Bartholomew Act 24th Aug. 1662,
after which he returned to Scotland, and incurred the displeasure of the authorities, so that he
was induced to go to France and Holland, where he studied medicine, and took his degree.
Returning, he took his residence at Berwick, where he officiated in both professions, and on the
application of several friends was indulged by the Priv. Council 18th Dec. 1679 in a meeting-
house at Linton-bridge. On visiting a niece, however, in Edinburgh, and baptizing her child
in the Old Church, with permission of the incumbent, he was seized next day on the street,
and sent by the Priv. Council as a prisoner to the Bass, where he remained above a year, and
was only liberated under a bond of v" merks to depart within eight days from the kingdom.—
[Wodrow’s Hist, Calamy's Account, Bower's Hist. Univ. Edin, Crichton's Life of Blackadder.]
1690. JoHN HARVIE was a min. at the first meeting of Presbyterians in the Synod 6th July
1687 after the toleration, and a member of the Assembly 1690; died 12th Aug. 1691, leaving
a son John, who was served heir.—[Syn., Sess, and S. Leith Sess. Reg., Reg. Gen. Ass., Ing.
Ret. Gen. 7216, &c.] - -
1692. JoHN FoRREST, A.M., trans. fr. Falkland, called 20th Jan, and adm. 14th April;
died in Dec. 1700, aged about 67, in 41st min. He bequeathed jº xx li to his former charge at
Tulliallan, “for keeping poor scholars at the school.” He marr. Marioun, daugh. of James
Stevinson, merchant, Edinburgh, and had a son, Dr James, President of the Royal College of
Physicians there.—[Sess., Tulliall. Sess., Presb., Syn., Test, and Edin. Guild Reg., Wodrow's Anal.]
1702. THOMAS FINDLAY, trans. fr. Morham, called 16th April, and adm. 23d Dec.; died
Nov. 1732, in 34th min. He marr., 15th July 1699, Christian Campbell, and had eleven children,
eight of whom were “ unprovided for.” David made a considerable fortune in India, Robert
of Dromore was min. of Inch, a daugh., Margaret, who marr. John Stewart of Dalguise, and
Anne had a year's stipend of abbot rule allowed by the exchequer 14th July 1730–LPresb.,
W. Berwick Sess., and Syn. Reg., Scots Mag. xx, Douglas MS. Baronage, &c.]
1734. MATTHEw REID, son of Mr. Matt. R., min. of North Berwick, proposed for trials by
Mr Murray, his brother-in-law, and licen. by the Presb. of Haddington 7th Dec. 1731, pres.
by Sir James Dalrymple of New Hailes, Bart. in July and ord, 20th Nov. 1734; trans. to
Prestonpans 21st April 1768–Presb, Reg., Carlyle's Autob.] . .
1768. DANIEL MACQUEEN, son of Dr. Dan. M., one of the min. of Edinburgh, licen. by th
Presb. there 26th June 1765, pres, by Sir David Dalrymple of Hailes, Bart., one of the Lords
of Session in June, and ord, 17th Aug. 1768, got a new church built in 1770, had an aug-
mentation of stipend in 1790, and owing to the difference of living he claimed another in 1807,
when it was opposed by the heritors on the ground that the Court of Teinds, being merely a
380 PRESBYTERY OF D'UNBA.R.
Commission of Parliament, had it not in their power to grant another augmentation. The
Court of Session, however, by a majority of ten to three, sustained the claim 3d Feb. 1808,
which was affirmed, on appeal, by the House of Lords 20th May following. Mr M. did not
long enjoy his triumph, as he died 18th July thereafter, from a wound inflicted in paring the
nails of his toes, in his 66th year and 40th min. He marr., 7th Nov. 1769, Elizabeth Lyon,
who died 17th July 1773, and had three daugh., Janet, Elizabeth, spouse of Mr Will. Wilkie,
merchant, Haddington, and Janet; 2ndly, 2d Jan. 1775, Mary Lothian, who died 11th July
1815, and had Margaret, spouse of the Rev. Rob. Moore, min. of Oldhamstocks, Warburton,
Mary, spouse of Mr Arch. Dunlop, distiller, Linton, Andrew, and Daniel.-Publication—
Account of the parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. xi.)—[Presb., and Syn. Reg., Connell on Tithes, &c.]
1809. JAMES THOMSON, trans. from Girvan, pres, by Miss Christian Dalrymple of Hailes
in Dec. 1808, and adm. 1st June thereafter; died 12th Jan. 1841, in his 82d year and 57th
min. He marr., 28th Nov. 1785, Margaret Hope, daugh. of the Rev. Tho. Thomson,
Dailly; she died 31st Dec. 1797, and had William, Margaret, Thomas, merchant, Glasgow,
James, and James, a preacher; 2ndly, 16th Dec. 1799, Elizabeth Hamilton, who died 10th
Jan. 1845, and had Elizabeth, John, who succeeded to the benefice, and William.—Publica-
tion—Account of Girvan (Sinclair's St. Ace. xii)—[Presb. Reg., Tombst, &c.; -
1831. JoHN THOMSON, son of the preceding, licen. by the Presb. 7th Dec. 1825, pres. by
Miss Christian Dalrymple of Hailes in 1830, and ord, (assist. and suc.) 21st April following.
On adhering to the Protest, joining in the Free Secession, and signing the deed of Demission,
he was declared no longer a min. of this Church 24th May 1843. He marr., 18th Sept.
1845, Elizabeth Cunninghame, and has James, &c.—Publication—Account of Prestonkirk,
and of Spott (New St. Acc. ii.)—[Presb. Reg. &c.]
SPOTT,
Previous to the Reformation the church was a Prebend of the Collegiate Church of Dunbar.
1567. JoHN KELLO, one of those thought apt and able to minister by the first Gen.
Assembly, 20th Dec. 1560, in 1567 he had jºli of stipend. On Sunday, 24th Sept. 1570, he
strangled Margaret Thomsoune, his wife “with ane towale, befoir noyne,” and then went to
church and preached, on returning he brought some of his auditors to visit her, and proposed
entering by the principal door, which being shut inside, made his entry by the rear of the
house, when she was found hanging from the roof. Being a person of considerable note, and
much religious profession, he was not suspected, till the neighbouring min., Symson of Dunbar,
reminded him of a dream which he mentioned during an illness, and astounded him with his
suspicion, “Thou art the man,” when he confessed, was tried before the Lord Justice, 4th Oct.,
adjudged “to be hanged to the deid, and thaireftir his body to be eassin in ane fyre, and brint
to assis ; and his gudis and gear to be confiscat, &c.,” which was carried into effect the same
day. He left three children, Bartilmo, Barbara, and Bessie, to whom his Majesty inade a
gift of the escheit the day following. Publication—The Confession of Mr John Kello, to-
gether with his repentance made vpon the scaffold befoir his suffering, Edin, 1570, 12mo,-
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[Keith, and Calderwood's Hist, Booke of the Kirk, Bannatyne's Journal, Pitcairn's Cr.
Trials, Lamont's Diary, New St. Acc., Millar's Hist, of Dunbar.] -
1574. JoHN MALUILE, formerly perhaps of Crail, he had for stipend lxxiijli iiijs, vd. He
marr. 17th June 1575, Margaret, sister to Alex. Boyd of Petkynde.—[Reg. Assig., Wodrow
Miscell., Ind. Reg. of Deeds.]
1576. JAMES GIBSOUN; trans. to Salton in that or following year.—[Reg. Assig.]
1577. PATRICK Symson, A.M., son of Mr And. S., min. of Dunbar, born at Perth in 1556,
studied and was graduated at the New College St. Andrews in 1574, became Reader at
Borthwick, completed his education at Bridgestock, in England, and was adm. in 1577, when
Aldham and the Bass were also under his care. During his three years service here, he
taught the Greek language in Dunbar, trans, to Tranent or more probably to Stirling in 1580.
—[Row, and Calderwood's Hist., Wodrow's Anal., and MS. Biog. iv., Select Biog. i.]
1585. CUTHBERT BONCLE, trans, fr. Whitekirk; died 20th Jan. 1592. His haill buikis
were estimat at xli., utencils, &c., at xxli. Frie geir, d.d., iij xevijli, vis, id. He marr.
20th April 1585 Katharine, daugh. of Alexander Gulane, portioner of Eastbarns, she sur-
vived her husband.—[Reg. Assig, Test, and Reg. Deeds xxxvi, Calderwood's Hist.]
1593. NICOL SUDDIE, formerly of Stenton; continued in 1608.-[Reg. Assig.]
1618. CHRISTOPHER KNOWEs, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
25th July 1612, he was served heir to his cousin Jean Knowis, 5th Sept. 1618; trans. to Cold-
ingham in 1622.-[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, Test. Reg., Ing. Ret. Gen. 777, dºc.]
1627. JoHN SINCLAIR, A.M., second son of Robert S. of Longformacus, studied and acquired
his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews, 27th July 1616. He had a wadset of the lands of
Muirtown from his brother James S. of Longformacus in 1627, for iiij" merks; continued
11th April 1641. He marr. Marion Stewart, to whom he gave a liferent of iij merks out of
the said lands, and had a son James, &c.—[Douglas' Baronage, Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin,
Innerw. Sess. Reg., &c.] -
1643. ANDREW WooD, A.M., son of Mr David W. min. of Edzell, studied and obtained his
degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews in 1634, pres. by Sir Archibald Douglas of Spott, and
adm. 7th Aug. 1643; was a member of the Commission of Assembly, 1648; and was trans. (by
a Committee of Synod) to Linlithgow, 26th May 1647, after strong opposition, both from him-
self and the parishioners, but it was not carried into effect ; and to Dunbar in 1665.-[Act.
Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb., Haddingt. Presb., Sess, and Syn. Reg., Reg. Old Dec., Keith's Catal.,
Chambers's Ann. ii., &c.] -
1665. ROBERT SINCLAIR, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 9th
July 1656, licen, by George, Bishop of Edin, 29th July 1664, pres, by , ord, and coll. 9th
June, and inst. 4th Sept. 1665; trans, to Dirleton in 1683.−|Edin. Grad, Reg. Collat., Presb.,
Sess., Tyningh., and Whittingh. Sess. Reg.] -
1683. ARCHIBALD BUCHAN, A.M., trans. fr. Queensferry, pres, by Will. Murray of Spott —,
coll. — and inst. 21st Aug. ; he was taken out of his bed about three in the morning by three
fanaticks, with guns and swords, 27th Jan. 1689, led to the church half naked, and discharged
to officiate any longer as min, in that par. ; they, in his presence, taking with them the church
Bible, and three or four keys of the church. Deprived by the Priv. Council 10th Sept. fol-
382 PRESBYTERY OF DUNBAR. .-,
lowing, having acknowledged his not reading the Proclamation of the Estates, and not praying
for their majesties, William and Mary. He died soon after—[Presb., and Sess. Reg., M.S. Acc.
of Min. 1689, Sinclair's St. Acc., &c.]
1693. ANDREW BROUNE, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Glasgow, 27th July
1676, called , and ord. 19th April 1693; died 20th March 1726, in his 65th year, and
33d min. He marr. 12th Dec. 1693, Mrs Isobel Chalmer, descended from the family of
Gadgirth, she died 7th May 1712, aged 51, and had Andrew, Giles, Clara, Robert, and Jean
who married the succeeding incumbent.—[Presb., Syn., and Sess. Reg., Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii.,
Tombst., Sinclair's St. Acc.]
1726. WILLIAM ORR, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Glasgow, 3d
May 1714, became chaplain to the laird of Lamington, licen, by the Presb. of Biggar, 24th
Oct. 1723, pres. by Lord Alex. Hay of Lawfield in Sept. and ord, 23d Nov. 1726; died 5th
|May 1769, in 75th age, and 43d min. He marr. 29th March 1731, Jean, youngest daugh.
of his predecessor, she died 30th Oct. 1772, in her 72d year, and had Andrew, Katharine,
Isabel, Mary, John, and Margaret—[Mun. Univ. Glasg. iii., Presb, and Syn. Reg., Tombst, &c.]
1769. WILLIAM CROMBIE, A.M., trans. fr. Kirkcudbright, pres, by Will. Hay, Esq. of Law-
field in June, and adm, 6th Dec.; died 6th Jan. 1789, in 28th min. He marr. 7th June 1765,
Mary, daugh. of his predecessor, and had William, Francis, Elizabeth, and Mary-Jean, spouse
of the Rev. And. Johnston, Salton ; 2dly, 25th April 1776, Christina Wilson, who died 7th
July 1783–Publication—The Soul's Perpetual Progress towards Perfection, Edin. 1768, 8vo.
—[Presb, and Syn. Reg., dºc.] -
1790. JoHN MARTIN, trans. fr. Merton, pres, by Rob. Hay, Esq. of Lawfield and his cura-
tors in July 1789, and adm. 1st March following; died 29th Sept. 1798, in 31st min. He
marr. 20th June 1775, Elizabeth Scott, and had Alexander, William, George, and Grissel.
Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. v.)—[Presb. Reg., Somerville's Life, &c.]
1799. ALEXANDER GRAHAM, son of Alex. G., Anston-park, Dunsyre, became tutor in the
family of Capt. Francis Walker, Tanderlane, licen, by the Presb. of Haddington, 5th Jan.
1796, pres. by Rob. Hay, Esq. of Lawfield in March, and ord. 22d Aug. 1799; died 5th June
1836, in his 64th year, and 37th min. He marr. 1st March 1802, Janet Edington, who died
at Edinburgh, 26th Oct. 1843, and had seven sons and seven daughters.-Presb, and Dunsyre
Sess. Reg., Tombst., &c.]
1836. ROBERT BURNS THOMSON, only son of Capt. And. T., R.N., who had served as first
lieutenant under the victorious Viscount Nelson, licen, by the Presb. of Edinburgh, became
assist. at Inveresk, pres, by James Sprot, Esq. of Spott in Oct., and ord. 29th Dec. He marr.
11th Nov. 1840, Williamina Gillon, and has Robert, Charlotte spouse of John Gray, Esq., sur-
geon, R.N., and five other daugh. Publication—The Established Church of Scotland the
Truly Free Church, Edin, 1844, 8vo, Sermon IV. (Church of Scotland Pulpit, ii.). —
[Presb. Reg., &c.]
STENTON, MoRE ANCIENTLY PETCOKS,
Previous to the Reformation the church was a Prebend of the Collegiate Church of Dunbar.
1578. THOMAS DAILL, “callit fra Papistry to the true professioun of the Gospel,” entered to
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be exhorter at Candlemas 1568, was one of those who signed the Articles drawn by the Synod
6th Oct. 1572, and presented by the Superintendent to the Assembly in March following, was
Reader 1574-1576; died 19th Feb. 1586. His utencils were estimat at iiijti. Frie geir,
d.d., amounted to iij xliijii. vijs, xd,—[Reg. Min., and Assig., Test. Reg., Booke of the Kirk,
Wodrow Miscell., Calderwood's Hist.]
1588. NICOL SUDDIE, Reader at Abbey St. Bothanis in 1574, and at Cranshawis 1576-
1580; continued in 1590, trans, to Spott about 1593.−[Reg. Assig., Wodrow Miscell.]
1593, JAMES LAWDER, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh 12th
Aug. 1591, adm. 30th Oct. 1594; continued in 1597.-[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, and Assig.,
Haddingt. Presb. Reg., &c.]
1599. PATRICK CARKETTILL, A.M., trans. fr. Soutra, adm. before 12th Sept ; trans, to
Keith Humbie in 1602.-[Reg. Assig., Haddingt. Presb. Reg.]
1606. WILLIAM CARKETTILL, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edin-
burgh 29th July 1603; he got a testimonial 27th Nov. 1605, concerning his sufficiencie,
to quhose entrie the Presb. had no eyelast, “Saiff onlye, thay thocht him over zoung in zeirs;”
adm. after 22d Feb. 1606; continued in 1608.-[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., and Assig., Haddingt.
Presb. Reg., Randall's Tracts on Patronage, &c.] -
16—. JAMES DALRUMPILL, died and left a widow and bairns, one of whom, named James,
entered the fourth class of Philosophy in the Univ. of Glasgow, Session 1642-43, and was
laureated in 1646–IMun. Univ. Glasg., Test. Reg.] - -
1631. PATRICK CUIKE, A.M., studied and acquired his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews
in 1627; was a young man earnestly desirous to exercise his gifts before the Presb. of Had-
dington, 7th Aug. 1629, from whom he got a testimonial of his sufficiency for the ministry 9th
Nov. 1630, and was adm. in the following year ; died 31st Dec. 1635, aged about 39, in 5th
min., awin to the relict and bairns of D. his predecessor, for repairing the manse jº lxvij li.
He marr, 30th April 1626, Margaret Cockburne, and had a son, Patrick.-[Act. Rect. Univ.
St. And, Haddingt. Presb., Haddingt. Sess., and Test. Reg., Reg. Pres.] -
1641. ROBERT DAVIDSONE, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh
27th July 1628, was a member of the Commission of Assembly 1647, and died in Nov. 1657,
aged about 50. The insicht with librarie was estimat at iſ xxx merks, Inventar and dettis
j” v" xlii xs. He marr. Catherine Ramsay, niece to the Earl of Holderness, and had a
daugh. Isabel, who marr. Mr Simon Knox, min. of Girthon-[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, Syn.,
Presb., and Test. Reg., M.S. Geneal of Know, Acts of Ass., &c.]
1658. RICHARD WADDELL, A.M., trans. fr. Dunbar, called 11th July, and adm. 6th Oct. ;
trans. to Kelso 25th April 1660.--LPresb. Reg.]
1661, JoBN POLLOK, A.M., studied at the Univ. of Glasgow, where he was a bursar on
Mich. Wilsone's foundation, and obtained his degree in 1648, pres, by John, Lord Belhaven
in July, and ord, and adm. 25th Sept. 1661, again pres. by said patron 8th Sept., coll. 15th
Oct., and inst. 15th Dec. 1662 ; died in 1679, aged about 51, in 18th min.—[Mun. Univ.
Glasg. iii., Presb., Whittingh. Sess, and Test. Reg., Reg. Collat, Connell on Tithes iii.]
1679. THOMAS HAMILTON, A.M., trans. fr. Carnwath, adm. before 3d June ; trans. to
Hamilton, after 5th Sept., 1683–LPresb., and Test. Reg. (Lan.)]
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1683. ALEXANDER HAMILTON, A.M., graduated at the Univ. of Glasgow 5th July 1666,
adm. before 3d June 1683; deprived by the Committee of Estates 14th May 1689, for not reading
their Proclamation, not praying for King William and Queen Mary, and for expressions re-
flecting upon the honour of his Majesty and the Estates; died at Edinburgh 29th May 1694,
aged about 48.—[Presb., and Edin. Reg. (Bur), MS. Acc. of Min. 1689, Acts of Parl. ix. &c.]
1691. ROBERT STARK, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh 7th
April 1675, called , and ord, 19th March 1691; died in Dec. 1716, aged about 62, in 26th
min. He marr. 14th May 1700, Agnes Cunningham, relict of Will. Grierson, younger, mer-
chant, Edin, who was alive, and a liferentrix in the par. of Stitchel 1733–Edin. Grad, Presb.
Syn., Kelso Presb., and Edin. Reg. (Marr.)]
1718. JoHN HAMILTON, licen. by the Presb. of Hamilton 14th July 1713, called 18th Feb.,
pres. by John, Lord Belhaven , and ord, 10th April 1718 ; died 11th June 1750,
in 33d min. He marr. 4th Dec. 1723, Janet Hamilton, who afterwards marr, his successor.—
[Presb., and Test. Reg., &c.]
1751. GAVIN HENDERSON, schoolmaster of the par., was licen. by the Presb. 14th July
1744, pres, by John, Lord Belhaven, in Dec. 1750, and ord, 18th July following ; died 11th
April 1766, aged 43, in 51st min. He marr. 18th May 1752, Janet Hamilton, relict of
his predecessor, who died 16th.July 1771.-- Presb., and Test. Reg., &c.]
1767. ALEXANDER DAVIDSON, licen. by the Presb. of Stirling 25th Oct. 1758, pres, by James,
Lord Belhaven, in Aug. 1766. At the return of the edict previous to induction an honest weaver
appeared as an objector, stating, Mr D. broke the Tord’s day, on which Mr Bruce of Dunbar
very properly observed, if such was the case there could be no settlement that day, warning
also the complainer that if his witnesses did not then prove it, he would fall to be prosecuted for
slander, when the informant stated, with much gravity, Mr D. shaved himself on the Sabbath,
but all considering this to be a work of necessity, no proof was required, and with the usual
solemnities Mr D. was accordingly ord, 19th Feb. 1767; and died 24th Jan. 1801, in his 70th
year, and 34th min. He marr. 10th Sept. 1770, Susan Stewart, who died 22d Nov. 1821
—Publication—Account of the parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. iii.)—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
1801. HENRY GREY, only child of Dr G., physician, Morpeth, where he was born 11th Feb.
1778, educated at a private school taught by Mr Barkas, afterwards at a seminary at High-
hedgely, and subsequently under the Rev. Will, Turner, Unitarian min. at Newcastle, studied
at the Univ. of Edinburgh, licen. by the Presb. there 26th Nov. 1800, pres, by the Commis-
sioner for Will. Hamilton Nisbet, Esq., of Belhaven and Dirleton, through the recommenda-
tion of the Rev. Dr Davidson of Edinburgh, in June, and ord, 17th Sept. 1801; resigned (having
been chosen min. of the Chapel of Ease, St. Cuthberts), which was accepted 3d Nov. 1813—
[Presb. Reg., Kay's Portraits.] -
; 1814. ROBERT BALFOUR GRAHAM, licen, by the Presb. of Tauder 5th May 1814, pres, by
Will. Hamilton Nisbet, Esq., of Dirleton and Biel, next day, and ord. 22d Sept following ;
trans. to North Berwick 5th Feb. 1823.−|Presb., and Syn. Reg.] -
1823. DAVID LOGAN, trans. fr. Innerwick, pres. by Mrs Hamilton Nisbet Ferguson, of Bel-
haven and Dirleton, in April and adm. 29th Aug; got a new church which was opened 4th
Oct. 1829, and was pres, to Dirleton Dec. 1834, but withdrew his acceptance in Feb. follow-
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ing, in consequence of a factious spirit among the parishioners. He died 23d May 1849,
aged about 58, in 33d min. He marr. 22d Oct. 1828, Emilia, daugh. of Colin MLaurin,
Esq., advocate, Edin, and had three sons and five daugh.-Publications—Love, the perfection
of Christian excellence and enjoyment, a sermon, Edin. 1846, 8vo. Account of the parish
(New St. Acc. ii.), Sermon XVII. (Church of Scotland Pulpit i.)—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
WHITEKIRK,
The Church was dedicated to the Virgin Mary, and previous to the Reformation belonged to the Abbey of
Holyrood.
1580. CUTHBERT BONCLE, son of William B., burges of Dunbar, and portioner of West-
barns, pres, to the vicarage by James VI. 3d May; trans, to Spott before 1585.--—[Reg.
Pres., Deeds xxxvi., and Assig.]
1592. JAMEs KELLIE, A.M., trans. fr. Dunbar, adm. 8th Aug. ; pres. to the Vicarage by
James VI., before 18th May, 1595 ; continued 2d Dec. 1597.-[Edin, Haddingt., and Dal-
keith Presb. Reg., Reg, Pres, (Caut)] .
1599. JoHN FoRREST, A.M., trans. fr. Humbie; died 31st Dec. 1634, aged about 67, in
42d min. His buiks and librarie was estimat at j" li, utencils, &c., at j merks, Inventar and
detts jºix* xlij fixiijs. iiijd. He marr. Elizabeth Stevinstoun, who died 21st Nov. 1634.
He was cousin to Patrick Forrest of Archerfield.—[Reg. Assig., Haddingt., and Edin. Presb.,
and Test. Reg., Syn. Eactract, Calderwood's Hist.]
1639. RobºFT LAUDER, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, under
the regency of Fairlie, afterwards Bishop of Argyll 26th July 1623, was a member of the
Commissions of the Assemblies 1645-1647, demitted in 1673, and was pres, and coll. by Alex,
Bishop of Edinburgh (in conjunction with his son), 23d Oct. same year, and inst. 8th April
1674. He had two sons, Mr Geo., who succeeded to the benefice, and Alexander, nominated
bursar to the Presb. 4th March 1684—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin., Presb., and Haddingt. Presb.
Reg., Acts of Ass., &c. - - s'
1674. GEORGE LAUDER, A.M., son of the preceding, studied and acquired his degree at the
Univ. of Edinburgh 18th July 1664, licen, by Geo., Bishop of Edin. 7th July 1671, pres, and
coll. (as conjunct min.) by Alex, Bishop of Edin. 23d Oct. 1673, passed trials and got a testi-
monial in Jan. for ordination, and was inst, 8th April 1674; demitted subsequently to the Re-
volution. He marr. 27th July 1683, Janet Loch-Edin. Grad., Presb., Tyningh., and Whittingh.
Sess, and Edin. Reg. (Marr.), Reg. Collat., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.] - -
1691. JAMES WEBSTER, trans. fr. Liberton, adm. before 5th May ; was a member of the
Assembly 1692, and trans, to Edinburgh (Tolbooth Ch.), 4th May 1693–LReg. Gen. Ass.,
Edin. Chr. Inst. xxiii.] -
1694. WILLIAM HAMILTON, A.M., formerly of Kirknewton, was received into Communion
after the rising of the Assembly, 13th Feb. 1692, adm. after 1st May 1694; died 16th July
1712, in his 75th year and 49th min. He marr. and had a daugh, Marjorie—[Hist. Gen.
Ass. 1690, Wodrow MSS., Presb., and Stobo Ses. Reg.]
386 PRESBYTERY OF DUNBAR.
1713. THOMAS DAVIDSON, promoted fr. Stirling Castle, called 17th June, and by Presb.,
jure devoluto, 1st July, and adm. 19th Aug. ; trans, to Dundee 5th Jan. 17 32–|Presb., and
Syn. Reg.
1732. JoHN CLUNIE, licen, by the Presb. 5th Oct. 1731, pres, by Geo. II, in June, and ord.
2d Aug. 1732; was adm. to the United par. 23d Aug. 1761, and died 17th June 1784, in his
76th year, and 52d min. He marr, and had a daugh, Mary, who marr. Alex. Burns, in the
par. of North Berwick; 2dly, Isabel Findlay, and had two sons and seven daugh.-Presb., and
Syn. Reg., Tombst, &c.]
1785. JAMES WILLIAMSON, trans. fr. Eyemouth, pres, by George III. 14th Aug. 1784, and
adm. 7th April thereafter ; died 24th March 1806, aged 64, in 38th min. He marr. 20th
Aug. 1772, Elizabeth Cockburn, who died 3d June 1815, and had James, Thomas, lieutenant
in His Majesty's ship Atlas, Margaret, and Elizabeth, who marr, Dr James Smith of Whitehill,
—Publication—Sermons, Edin. 1807, 8vo.— Presb. Reg., Tombst., &c.]
1806. JAMES WALLACE, trans. fr. Ballingry, pres, by Charles, Earl of Haddington in Aug.,
and adm. 6th Nov. ; had D.D. from the Univ. of Edinburgh, 23d Dec. 1825, was elected
Moderator of the Gen. Assembly, 19th May 1831, and died 11th Nov. 1852, in 82d age, and
51st min. Possessing a sound and Sagacious mind, united to a strictly Christian deportment,
with remarkable affability of manners, rare social qualities, and great benevolence, his society
was highly esteemed and greatly courted.—Publication—Account of the Parish [New St. Acc.
ii.]—[Presb, and Syn. Reg., Edin. Grad, &c.]
TYNINGHAM,
The church was dedicated to St. Baldred, and previous to the Reformation belonged to St Mary's College,
St Andrews. The parish was united to Whitekirk by the Lords Commissioners of Teinds, 10th Dec. 1760,
1574. WILLIAM SANDERSON, removed fr. Whittingham, having Quhittinghame and Stentoun
also in charge, with a stipend of j xxiii ijs ijd, and the kirk-lands; continued in 1576, and
removed again to Whittingham.—[Reg. Assig., Wodrow Miscell, Test. Reg.]
1578. JAMES Zou Ng, pres, to the Vicarage of Quhitekirk by James VI., 26th Oct. 1583,
which he demitted, 10th July 1593, placit 17th March 1586; he got charge also of Stenton
from the Commissioner of Lothian, for a time, of which, Complaint was made to the Assembly
1587, was a member of the Assembly 1590, and died 13th Nov. 1612. His librarie was
estimat at xx fi, utencils at j" li, Frie geir, d.d., amounted to ix. xxxj ñ. He marr. Jean
Tauder, who survived him, and had a daugh., Elizabeth, who marr. Mr. John Daliel, school-
master of Prestonpans—[Reg. Assig, and Pres., Bachecq. Buik, Edin. Presb., Prestonp. Sess.,
and Test. Reg., Booke of the Kirk, Calderwood's Hist.]
1621. WILLIAM Douglas, of Stanypath, trans. fr. Coldingham, continued 16th July 1627.
—[Bannatyne Miscell. iii.] -
1628. JoHN LAUDER, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh, 27th July
1609, was a member of the Assembly 1638, and those of 1643, 1644, 1648, and died 29th
WHITTINGHAMI. 387
April 1662, aged about 73. A son, Mr Alexander, died before 20th May 1663—[Reg. Lawr.
Univ. Edin., Presb., Haddingt. Presb., Syn., Sess, and Test. Reg., Sed, book of Teinds, Acts of
Ass., and of Parl v., Stevenson's Hist., &c.] .
1663. ALEXANDER BISSET, A.M., studied and was graduated at the Univ. of St. Andrews
28th July 1656, and licen. by the Presb. thereof, 5th June 1661, pres, by the Masters of the
New College, St. Andrews, 24th Sept., ord, and coll, 20th Nov., and inst. 3d Dec. 1663; trans.
to Melrose in 1665–|Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Presb, and Sess. Reg., Reg. Collat.]
1666, JAMES STRANG, chaplain to John, Earl of Haddington, licen, by Geo., Bishop of Edin-
burgh, 15th Sept. 1665, pres, by — 14th June, ord, and coll. 14th Dec. same year, and inst.
1st Jan. thereafter ; died 25th Jan. 1684, in 19th min—[Presb., and Sess. Reg., Reg. Collat.]
1684. THOMAS BLAIR, A.M., studied at St. Salvator's College, and took his degree at the
Univ. of St. Andrews, 14th March 1672, was a preacher 13th June 1680, inst. 26th |May
1684; and trans, to Lennal, before 19th Jan., 1686.-[Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, Sess.,
Scoonie Sess, and Presb. Reg.]
1686. THOMAS EDWARD, A.M., eldest son of Mr Alex. E., min. of Crail, studied at St.
Salvator's College, and obtained his degree from the Univ. of St. Andrews, 24th July 1675,
passed trials before the Presb, there, and was recommended, 2d April 1679, for licence, adm.
9th Dec. 1686; and died 17th Jan. 1695, aged about 40, in 9th min. His librarie was
survived him, and had a daugh., Isobell.—|Act. Rect. Univ. St. And, St. Andrews Presb., and
Test. Reg. (Edin., and St. And), Reg. Sasines Crail, MS. Acc. of Min. 1689, Rule's Sec. Vin-
dication.]
1699, GEORGE TURNBULL, A.M., trans. fr. Alloa, called 7th May, and adm. 26th Sept. ;
demitted 1st Sept., which was accepted 5th Oct. 1731, and died 17th June 1744, aged 88, in
57th min., “a grave and learned man.” He had four sons in the ministry, Thomas, of Borth-
wick, William, of Abbotrule, Andrew, of Kippen, and Robert, of Sprouston, besides Dr. George,
Professor of Philosophy in the Univ. and Marischal College, Aberdeen, and Helen, wife of Dr.
Robert Wallace, one of the min. of Edinburgh.-[Presb., and Sym. Reg., Boston's Memoirs.]
1732. GEORGE BUCHANAN, son of Mr. John B., min. of Covington, studied and held a
bursary of theology, at the Univ. of Glasgow in 1721, licen. by the Presb. of Biggar, 6th Oct.
1726, became chaplain to Thomas, Earl of Haddington, called 24th Nov. 1731, and ord, 19th
Jan. following ; died 20th April 1760, in his 62d year, and 29th min.—[Mun. Univ. Glasg.
iii., Presb. Reg.]
WHITTINGHAM,
Previous to the Reformation the Church was a Prebend of the Collegiate Church of Dunbar.
1567. WILLIAM SANDERSON, with a stipend of viº fi; he signed the Articles drawn by the
Synod, 6th Oct. 1572, and presented by the Superintendent to the Assembly in March follow-
ing ; trans, to Tyningham, but he returned before 1578, and continued in 1601,–LReg. Min,
and Assig, Syn. Batract, Test. Reg., Booke of the Kirk, Calderwood's Hist, Wodrow Biog. i.
388 v PRESBYTERY OF DUNBA.R.
1602. JoHN MANUELL, adm. 6th July; died 17th Oct. 1611, in 10th min. His librarie was
estimat at 1 merks, the utencils, &c., at xlii, Frie geir, dd, amounted to v" lyx fixvis. He
marr. Elspeth Achesone, who survived him, and left four daugh, Elspeth, Helen, Issobell, and
Margaret, in minority.—[Haddingt. Presb., and Test. Reg., Reg. Assig.
1612. ALEXANDER DOUGLAS, A.M., studied and was laureated at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
25th July 1607, appointed porter orjanitor, 6th Jan. following, called in 1612, and died in June
1653, aged about 66. His Frie geir amounted to ix” lzxxiiijli, and his books he ordered to
be divided between his two surviving sons, William and James, the former to have his choice.
He marr. Agnes Mesir, and had Will, and Archibald; 2dly, Jonet Patersone, and had James,
Helene, and Agnes.—[Reg. Lawr. Univ. Edin, and Old Dec., Craufurd, and Bower's Hist.
Univ. Edin., Haddingt. Presb., and Test. Reg. (Haddingt.), &c.]
1654 THOMAS INGLIS, A.M., formerly of Linlithgow 2d charge, adm. in May ; trans. to
Sprouston, 4th Sept. 1661–LPresb., Haddingt. Presb., and Sym. Reg.]
1662. ARCHIBALD MILLAR, A.M., studied and attained his degree at the Univ. of Edinburgh,
26th July 1657, became schoolmaster at Preston-kirk, pres, by Alex, Wiscount Kingston, 9th
Sept., coll. 16th Oct., and inst. 15th Dec. 1662 ; demitted after the Revolution in favour of
Mr Watson, who succeeded. His only daugh., Jean, marr. William Smith, portioner, in Nun-
gate.—[Edin. Grad., Presb., and Edin. Reg. Sasines, Reg. Collat., M.S. Acc. of Min. 1689.]
1694. JoHN WATSON, called —, and ord, 8th March; demitted, which was accepted, 8th Nov.
1705, and died at Edinburgh 4th June 1743, in 70th age, and 50th min.—[Presb., and Edin.
Reg. (Bur).]
1707. JAMES BANNATYNE, tutor in the family of the Hon. Tord Armiston, licen. by the
Presb. of Dalkeith 26th Oct. 1703, called 5th March, and ord. 19th June ; trans. to Edin-
burgh (Trinity College Ch.), 30th June 1714.—[Presb. Reg.]
1717. JAMES GLEN, licen, by the Presb. of Kelso, 1st May 1716, called 6th March, and by
Presb. jure devoluto, 17th April, and ord. 17th July 1717; trans, to Dirleton 17th Oct. 1733
—[Presb, and Syn. Reg.] -
1734. THOMAS SINCLAIR, licen. by the Presb. of Edinburgh, 23d Feb. 1732, pres. by Robert,
Lord Blantyre in March, aud ord, 4th Sept. 1734; died 17th (never having preached after his
settlement) in 1st min., and was buried at Edinburgh 19th of same month. [Presb., and Edin.
Reg. (Bur).]
1736. GEORGE HOME, trans. fr. Hilton, pres. by Alex. Hay, Esq. of Drummelzier in April.
1735, adm. 27th May 1736 ; died 12th May 1747, in 16th min. He marr. 24th Aug. 1738,
Jean Pow, who died 14th Nov. 1775, and had a daugh. Jean,—[Presb. Reg., &c.]
1748. ABRAHAM Home, trans. fr. Chirnside, pres. by John Hay, Esq. of Belton in Oct. 1747.
and adm. 23d March following; died 2d Oct. I768, in his 58th year, and 28th min. He
marr. 4th Nov. 1748, Elizabeth Hay, who died 12th Feb. 1790, and had George, min. of
Ayton, Alexander, put to death in Jan. 1792, by orders of Tippoo Sultan, Nagrin-droog, Robert,
Abraham, and Margaret.—[Presb. Reg., Scots Mag. lv., &c.]
1769. ADAM DICKSON, A.M., trans. fr. Dunse, pres, by John Hay of Belton, Esq. in March,
and adm. 22d June ; killed by a fall from his horse on returning from Innerwick, 25th March
1776, in 55th age, and 26th min. Respected not merely on account of his abilities as a
W HITTINGHAM. - 3.89
clergyman and scholar, but on account of the benevolence of his heart, and the frankness and
promptitude by which he gave assistance and advice, to all with whom he was connected. He
marr. 3d April 1742, Anne Haldane, and had a son William, and two daugh. Agnes, who marr.
Richard Dobie, mariner, and Dorothea.—Publications—A Treatise of Agriculture, 2 vols.,
Edin., 1762–1769, 8vo; Small Farms Destructive to the Country in its Present Situation,
Edin., 1764; The Husbandry of the Ancients, 2 vols., Edin, 1788, 8vo;-[Presb., and Aber-
lady Sess. Reg., Scots, xxxviii., Weekly xxxii, and Farmers’ Mag. i., Husb. of the Ancients i.,
Carlyle's Autob., Somerville's Life, &c.]
1776. JoHN EwAN, A.M., studied and took his degree at the Univ. of St. Andrews, in 1758,
licen. by the Presb, there, 28th Sept. 1763, appointed assistant during the vacancy of Black-
ford, 1767-1771, where he was very acceptable, and to which he was pres, by Mr John
Rutherford, writer, Perth, in March 1776, but withdrew his acceptance 12th April following;
pres, to this par. by John Hay, Esq. of Belton in July, and Ord. 15th Aug. same year; died
12th Feb. 1804, in 28th min.—Publication—Account of the Parish (Sinclair's St. Acc. ii.,
xxi)—[St. Andrew's Univ. Cal., Presb., and Auchterarder Presb. Reg., &c.] -
1804. JoHN LUMSDEN, son of Mr T., Schoolmaster of Smalholm, licen. by the Presb. 2d
July 1794, became assistant to the preceding, pres, by Robert Hay, Esq. of Drummelzier,
in July, and ord, 6th Sept. 1804; died 15th April 1850, in his 87th year, and 46th min. He
marr. 26th Feb. 1807, Isabella Dale, who died 25th April 1859.-Publication—Account
of the Parish (New St. Acc. ii.).-[Presb., and Syn. Reg., &c.]
SUCCESSION OF MINISTERS SINCE JUNE 1839.
Page. f
370 Dunbar, 1862. Robert Buchanan.
Belhaven, q. S., 1840. William Sorley.
- 1860. Robert James Craig.
1863. Donald M'Corquodale.
372 Cockburnspath, 1843. William Paterson.
1863. John M*Gregor Buchanan.
375 Innerwick, 1843. James Smellie.
377 Oldhamstocks, 1843. Thomas Mitchell.
380 Prestonkirk, 1843. James Porteous.
385 Stenton, 1849. Thomas Marjoribanks.
386 Whitekirk, 1853. James Lang.
1857. William Paul, A.M.
389 Whittingham, 1847. Walter Scott.
1865. James Robertson, A.M.
390
SUCCESSION OF MINISTERS SINCE JUNE 1839.
Page
157.
157.
158.
213.
217.
219.
222.
225.
227.
229.
232.
234.
Duddingston,
Portobello,
Ratho,
Broughton,
Covington,
Cutler,
Dolphinton,
Lamington,
Libberton,
Skirling,
Symington,
Walston,
PRESBYTERY OF EDINBURGH.
1866.
1866.
1866.
Continued from p. 158.
John A. H. Paton.
George T. Jamieson.
Robert C. H. Macduff.
PRESBYTERY OF BIGGAR.
i854.
1865.
1843.
1863.
1863.
1862.
1857.
1843.
1854.
1840.
1859.
1865.
Omitted at p. 234.
Alexander Cosens.
James Hoggan.
James Grant Riach, A.M.
John Anderson, A.M.
Robert J. Stevenson.
Thomas Miller.
John Lawrie, A.M.
William M*Kenzie.
Matthew Armstrong.
John Forbes.
James Hoggan.
Duncan Macfarlane, A.M.
BHSHOPS OF EDINBURGH. 391
SUPERINTENDENT OF I.OTHIAN.
1560. JoHN SPOTTISwooD, A.M., min. of Calder, nominated by the Churches of Lothian
under authority of the Lords of Secret Council, 19th July, and admitted in Edinburgh 9th
March; died 5th Dec. 1585, in his 76th year (see page 173).-[Know's Works i., Keith, and
Calderwood's Hist., Zurich Lett. ii., Wodrow’s MS. Biog. iv., Maitland Miscell. iii., Reg. Deeds
xxxiii.)
BISHOPS OF EDINBURGH,
The See was erected by Charles I., 29th Sept. 1633, and comprehended one hundred and eleven parishes,
and a hundred and twenty ministers; being those of Lothian, with the exception of Cramond, Abercorn,
Kirkliston, and Aberlady; those of Berwickshire, with the exception of Bonkle and Preston; and those
of the Presb. of Stirling, with the exception of Clackmannan, Alva, Dollar, Alloa, and Tullibody.
1634. WILLIAM FoEBEs, D.D., promoted from Aberdeen, elected 1st Dec. 1633, patent
from Charles I. 26th, and consecrated (at Holyroodhouse) 28th Jan. thereafter. He rigorously
urged conformity to the Articles of Perth; and died, after taking medicine, vomiting blood,
12th April thereafter, aged 49, in 20th min. Though of weak voice, he was esteemed
as an eloquent and matchless preacher, of very extensive reading, and fully conversant with
the original languages, who preached with such earnestness and zeal that his sermon, not un-
frequently extended to two or three hours, which, joined to his studious and rigidly temperate
habits, reduced his strength, and probably shortened his life. It was said, by no mean judge,
that he never saw him but he thought his heart was in heaven, and he was never alone with
him but he felt within himself a commentary on the words of the apostle, “Did not our heart
burn within us, while he talked with us, and opened the scriptures.” He inculcated peace and
union among Christians so strongly, that he was considered too favourable to the errors of the
Church of Rome. He was also a Privy Councillor, and left copious animadversions on the works
of Cardinal Bellarmine, which it is feared have been lost. Sydserf the Dean in his funeral
sermon called him “the bright star of Israel.” His haill buildis and librarie were estimat to
iiij" merks; utencils, silver work, &c., iiij" lxviii. xiijs. iiijd he was awand to Mr. John
Chamberis, his servitour and chamberlane for his zeiris fie, v" merks. Friegier, debts deducit,
amounted to viij "j" lxxxiiijii. xiiijs. v.jd. He marr. Elizabeth Forbes, who survived him,
and had Andrew, (Professor of Humanity at St. Jean D’Angel), Patrick (to whom Andrew was
served heir 16th April 1656), and Thomas.-Publication—Considerationes modestae et
pacificae Controversiarum de Justificatione, Purgatorio, Invocatione Sanctorum, Christo Media-
3 D
392 BISHOPS OF EDINBURGH.
tore Eucharista, Lond, 1658, 8vo.-[Keith's Catal, Irving's Scot. Writ. ii., Spottiswoode i.,
and Spalding Miscell. iii., Ing. Ret. Gen. 4123, Row, Spalding, and Stevenson's Hist, Edin. (Bapt.),
and Test. Reg., Reg. Pres, Stark's Biog. Dict, Baillie's Lett. i., iii., Catal. Scot. Writ., Wodrow’s
1634. DAVID LINDSAY, D.D., trans. fr. BRECHIN, installed 29th July. He had a grant
of “ane hous at the palice of Holyrudhous,” and of the Commissariat of Edinburgh from
his Majesty 10th Oct. 1636. When the new Scottish Liturgy, or Booke of Common Prayer,
was attempted to be read in the High Church 23d July 1637, he narrowly escaped the fury
of the populace, both in church and returning to his residence, being put into the Earl of
Roxburgh's coach and carried home, while it was pelted with stones by the mob. Deposed
and excommunicated by the Gen. Assembly at Glasgow, with seven other Bishops, 13th Dec.
1638, for his adherence to Episcopacy. He went to England where he died in Dec. 1641. He
possessed great learning, and was considered an eloquent orator. He marr. Katharine, daugh. of
Gilbert Ramsay of Banff, who survived him, and had a son, John, who succeeded to his estate of
Dunkeny.—Publications—The Reasons of a Pastor's Resolution; touching the reverend receiv-
ing of the Holy Communion (which led to his promotion to the See of Brechin), Lond, 1619,
12mo, True Narration of the Proceedings in the General Assembly, holden at Perth, 25th
Aug. 1618; together with a just defence of the Articles therein concluded, against a seditious
pamphlet, (Calderwood's Perth Assembly) Lond. 1621, 4to.—[Keith's Catal., Row, Spalding,
and Stevenson's Hist, Lindsay's Lives, i., ii., Jervise's Lands, and Mem., Peterkin's Records,
Reg. Pres., et Sec. Sigill, Baillie's Lett. i., Chambers’ Ann, ii, Nicoll's Diary, Maitland
Miscell. ii.] *
1662. GEORGE WYSHART, D.D., formerly of St. Andrews 2d charge. After being released
from his imprisonment in 1645, he accompanied the great Marquis of Montrose as chaplain,
both at home and abroad, and after his decapitation became Chaplain to a Scots Regiment in
the service of the United Provinces, was at the Hague 11th Jan. 1649; and Chap. afterwards to
Elizabeth, Queen of Bohemia, with whom he returned in 1660, and was appointed to the
Rectory of St. Andrews, and afterwards to that of St. Nicholas, Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Had
a patent 18th Jan., was pres, by Charles II. 2d May, and consec. (at St. Andrews), 3d June
1662; died at Larnmas 1671, in his 72d year, and 47th min. Deeply imbued with a sense of
religion, and having experienced what it was to have been a prisoner himself, he was scrupu-
lously attentive at dinner to send a portion to the prisoners taken at Pentland. The insicht
was estimat at iij" ii. Inventar and debts at xxv "vij* xlijii. xijs, id. He left to the poor
of Halyrude (Canongate) v" ii. He marr. Margaret Ogilvy, who survived him, and had
Jeane (who marr. William Walker) Hugo, James, Captain Patrick, Robert and Margaret.—
Publication—J. G. De rebus auspiciis serenissimi et potentissimi Caroli, Dei gratia, Magnae
Britanniae Regis, &c., sub imperio illustrissimi Jacobi Montisposarum Marchionis, &c., 1644,
et duobus sequentibus, præclare gestis Commentarius. Hag. Com. 1647, 8vo. (translated, Edin.
1756, 8vo)—[Keith's Catal., Walker's Sufferings, Mem. of Montrose, Lamont, Wicoll, and Brodie's
Diaries, Kirkton, Burnet, and Wodrow’s Hist., Acts Parl. vii., Jervise's Mem., S. Presb. Eloq.,
Min.-book Reg. Priv. Seal, Monifieth, Stirling, and St. Andrew's Sess., and Test. Reg., Morison's
Digest, Chambers's Biog. Dict, iv., Tombst., Wisbet's Her, Stirling Pap.] -
THE CHAPEL ROYAL. 393
1672. ALEXANDER YoUNG, prom. fr. St. Andrews, appointed 11th, and consec. (at Holy-
roodhouse) 14th July; trans. to Ross 29th March 1679.-[Wisbet's Her. i., Min.-book Reg. Priv.
Seal, Morison's Digest.]
1679. JoHN PATERSON, trans. from GALLOWAY, through the powerful influence of Elizabeth,
Duchess of Lauderdale, app. 15th Sept. He had an yearly pension of £100 sterl. from
his Majesty 14th May 1680, and another in April 1686, of £150 sterl. Trans. to GLAsgow
in 1687–LReg. Sec. Sigill, Min-book Reg. Priv. Seal, Catal. Scot. Writ.]
1688. ALEXANDER ROSE, A.M., trans. fr. MORAY. The Conge d’ elire was issued about the 1st
at the instance of Colin, Earl of Balcarras, and he was elected 22d Dec. 1687, app. 21st Jan.
1688. He signed an address to James VII, shortly before his abdication, 3d Nov. following,
and took his seat at the Meeting of the Estates 14th March 1689, but did not sign the decla-
ration of 16th, declaring it a free and lawful meeting. He was deprived on the abolition of
Episcopacy, by the Convention of Estates, 11th April same year, succeeded his uncle as Primus
of the Scots Episcopal Church in 1704, and died of apoplexy 20th March 1720, aged 74, in
48th min. He had a healthy constitution, was of tall and graceful appearance, and an accom-
plished and experienced man of business—Publication—A Sermon preached before the Privy
Council at Glasgow 1684, 4to.—[Keith's Catal., Acts Parl. ix., House of Kilravock, Fountain-
hall's Diary, Min-book Reg. Priv. Seal, Stirling Pap., Scots Mag. lvii...]
THE CHAPEL ROYAL,
THE CHAPEL ROYAL of STIRLING was founded by Pope Alexander VI. at the request of James IV. in
1501 for the support of a Dean, Prebendaries, and other officials. After the Reformation in 1569, in
place of the Dean and Prebendaries, came the Ministers of the King's House, as already enumerated at
pages 150, 151. The Office of Dean was revived by King James, and annexed to the Bishopric of Gal-
loway in 1606, and the place was appointed to be “at Halyrudhous, within the Palice of the samyn,
and called, HIS MAJESTIES CHAPELL ROYALL OF SCOTLAND.” It was disjoined from Galloway, and an.
nexed to the Bishopric of Dunblane 16th June 1621, and ratified by Act of Parliament 4th August
that year. With Dunblame it continued till the Bishopric was swept away at the Revolution.
I).EANS.
1606, GAVIN HAMILTON, A.M.
1614. WILLIAM Cowper, A.M. Bishops of Galloway.
1619. ANDREW LAMB,
1621. ADAM BELLENDEN,
1636. JAMES WEDDERBURN, D.D.
1661. RoBERT LEIGHTON, D.D. X-Bishops of Dunblane.
1673. JAMES RAMSAY, A.M. -
1684. ROBERT TXoug|As, A.M. |
394 THE CHAPEL ROYAL.
SUB-DEANS.
1629. ANDREW RAMSAY, A.M. of Edinburgh, pres, by Charles I, 5th March, renewed 16th
Nov. 1641; died 30th Dec. 1659, in his 85th year—[Reg. Pres, et Sec. Sigill, &c.]
1663. ARCHIBALD TURNER, A.M., of Edinburgh, pres, by Charles II. 4th June ; died 30th
March 1681, aged about 59.—|Min.-book Priv. Seal, &c.]
1681. JoHN HAMILTONE, A.M., of South Leith, pres, by Charles II. 31st May; promoted
to the Bishopric of Dunkeld in 1686, and died before 24th Feb. 1698–|Min-book Reg.
Priv. Seal, Keith's Catal., Inq. Ret. Gen. 7948, dºc.]
1688. JoHN MackourºNE, A.M. of Edinburgh, pres, by James VII. 28th Jan. ; after the
Revolution he went to England, and died 10th Jan. 1733, aged about 90–LMin-book, Reg.
Priv. Seal, &c.]
1689. WILLIAM CARSTAREs, A.M., formerly of Leyden, appointed about 1689 ; promoted
to Edinburgh in 1704.—See page 46. -
1716. WILLIAM MITCHELL, Chaplain, appointed 29th June; died 8th Sept. 1727–LReg.
Commiss. Sign. Man.
In 1727 the benefice was divided into three, which has since been always held by Chaplains
in Ordinary. In 1840 one of the Chaplaincies was bestowed for endowing the chair of
Biblical Criticism in the Univ. of Edinburgh. In 1859 another was bestowed for the same
professorship in Aberdeen. In 1862 other arrangements were made for the endowment of a
similar chair in Glasgow, and for the Professorship of Divinity and Ecclesiastical History in
St. Mary's College, St. Andrews.
CHAPLAINS IN ORDINARY TO HIS MAJESTY.
Those holding also the office of Dean of the Chapel Royal have a * (star) prefixed.
1629. JoHN PATERSONE, A.M., of Penny, pres, by Charles T. before 21st April—[Reg. Pres.]
1638. JAMES HANNAY, A.M. of Edinburgh, app. by Charles I–IStevenson's Hist]
1641. ALEXANDER HENDERSON, A.M. of Edinburgh, appointed by Charles I.- Blair's
Autob.]
1646. RoPERT BLAIR, A.M. of St. Andrews, appointed by Charles I. before in Aug—[Autob.]
1650. JAMES DURHAM, A.M. of Glasgow, appointed by Charles II.
16–. GEORGE HUTCHISON, A.M. of Edinburgh, appointed by Charles II.
16— JoHN PATERSONE, of Edinburgh, appointed by Charles II., promoted to the Bishopric
of Galloway.—[Reg. Sec. Sigill.]
1675. JAMEs NAIRNE, A.M. of Wemyss, app. by Charles II. 31st J uly.—[Reg. Sec. Sigill.]
16– ANDREW BRUCE, D.D., Archdeacon of St. Andrews; prom. to the Bishopric of Dun-
keld—[Reg. Sec. Sigill.]
1679, ROBERT SCOTT, of Holyroodhouse, appointed by Charles II, continued 31st Oct.
1685-[Maitland Miscell. iii.
CHAPLAINS IN ORDINARY TO THIS MAJESTY. 395
1679. JoHN MONRO, A.M. of Stirling, pres, by Charles II, 21st Aug.—[Reg. Sec. Sigill.]
1686. THOMAS WITHERINGTON, had a pension of £50 sterling from James VII., 19th Nov.
—[Reg. Sec. Sigill.]
1686. GoRDON, had a pension of £50 sterling from James VII., 19th Nov.–EReg.
Sec. Sigill.] -
*1690. WILLIAM CARSTAREs, A.M., formerly of Leyden, app. 26th Feb.-[Reg. Sec. Sigill, &c.]
1690. DAVID BLAIR, A.M. of Edinburgh, nominated 4th June.—[Reg. Sec. Sigill, &c.]
1691. THOMAS Hog, A.M. of Kiltearn.—[Memoirs.]
1705. WILLIAM MITCHELL, of Edinburgh, app. by Queen Anne 14th May; continued by
George I. 6th Nov. 1714, prom. to Sub-deanery 29th June 1716–LReg. Commiss. Sign. Man.,
Wodrow’s Anal.] º
1717. JoHN STIRLING, Principal of the Univ. of Glasgow; died 29th Sept. 1727, in 61st
age and 37th min.-[Wodrow’s Anal, and MSS.] -
17–. JAMEs RAMSAY, A.M. of Kelso.-IWodrow's Anal., Reg. Commiss. Sign. Man.]
1726. JAMES ALSTON, A.M. of Dirleton, app. 31st Aug. ; continued by George II. 25th
Oct. 1727–[Reg. Commiss. Sign. Man, Wodrow's Anal., Acts of Ass.]
*1726. WILLIAM GUSTHART, A.M. of Edinburgh; continued by George II, 25th Oct. 1727.
—[Reg. Commiss. Sign. Man., Wodrow's Amal, Acts of Ass.]
1727. WILLIAM HAMILTON, of Edinburgh, appointed by George II. 31st Aug. ; died 12th
Nov. 1732, in his 63d year and 39th min.—[Reg. Commiss. Sign. Man., Acts of Ass., &c.]
1727. THOMAS LINNING, of Lesmahago, app. by George II. in Nov.–IWodrow’s Anal.,
Acts of Ass.] -
*1727. DAVID ANDERSON, Professor of Divinity in the Univ. and King's College, Aberdeen,
app. by Geo. II. in Nov.; died 13th Feb. 1733, in 34th min.-[Wodrow’s Anal., Acts of Ass.,
Orem's Old Aberd.]
*1727. WILLIAM MILLAR, A.M. of Edinburgh, appointed by George II, in Nov.–IWod-
row's Anal., Acts of Ass.]
1734. JoHN LUMSDEN, of Banchory-Davenick, appointed by George II. 31st Jan. ; continued
by Geo. III, in June 1761, died 2d July 1770, in his 77th year and 50th min.—[Acts of
Ass., Scots Mag. xxiii., xxxii., &c.]
1734. NIEL CAMPBELL, D.D., Principal of the Univ. of Glasgow, appointed by George II.
25th Feb., died 22d June 1761, in 59th min.—[Caled. Merc., &c.]
1735. JoHN MATHISON, A.M. of Edinburgh, appointed by George II. in Jan. ; deprived in
June 1744.—[Acts of Ass., Scots Mag. vi., &c.]
1735. ROBERT BELL, A.M. of Cavers, appointed by George II. in Jan. ; deprived in June
1744.—[Acts of Ass., Scots Mag. vi., &c.] l
*1735. JoHN GOWDIE, of Edinburgh, appointed by George II. ; deprived in June 1744–
|Acts of Ass., Scots Mag. vi.) t
*1744. RoBERT WALLACE, of Edinburgh, appointed by George II, in June.—[Scots Mag. vi.]
1744. THOMAS TULLIDEPH, Principal of St. Leonard's College, St. Andrews, appointed by
George II. in June ; continued by George III. in June 1761–LScots Mag. vi., xxiii.]
1744. JAMES WITHERSPOON, A.M. of Yester, appointed by George II. in June—[Scots
Mag. vi.)
3.96 THE CHAPEL ROYAL.
*1759. JoHN JARDINE, D.D. of Edinburgh, appointed by George II. in Sept. ; continued
by George III. in June 1761, promoted to a Deanery in Aug. after.—[Scots Mag. xxi., xxiii.]
1761. WILLIAM ROBERTSON, D.D. of Edinburgh, appointed by George III. in Aug.—[Scots
Mag. xxiii.]
*1765. GEORGE WISHART, D.D. of Edinburgh, appointed by George III. in July.—[Scots
Mag. xxvii.]
*1766. JoHN DRYSDALE, D.D. of Edinburgh, appointed by George III. on the recommenda-
tion of Principal Robertson.—[Sermons i.]
1770. ALEXANDER BRYCE, A.M. of Kirknewton, appointed by George III. -
*1771. ALEXANDER WEBSTER, D.D. of Edinburgh, appointed by George III. in Sept.—
[Scots Mag. xxxiii.] t
1777. ALEXANDER GERARD, D.D., Professor of Divinity in the Univ. and King's College,
Aberdeen, appointed by George III. 13th Dec.; died 22d Feb. 1795, in 68th age and 36th
min.—[Scots Mag. xxxix.] - -
*1784. HENRY GRIEVE, D.D. of Dalkeith, appointed by George III. 21st Feb.-Scots Mag.
xlvi.]
*1785. ALEXANDER CARLYLE, D.D. of Inveresk, nominated by George III. 2d July.—[Scots
Mag. xlvii.]
1786. JAMES GILLESPIE, D.D., Principal of St. Mary’s College, St. Andrews, app. by
George III. 18th Feb.; died 2d June 1791, in 70th age and 45th min-Scots Mag. xviii., &c.]
*1788. JosFPH M*CoRMICK, D.D., Principal of the United College, St. Andrews, appointed
by George III. 19th July.—[Scots Mag. 1.] \
*1791. GEORGE HILL, D.D., Principal of St. Mary's College, St. Andrews, appointed by
George III. 5th July.—[Scots Mag. liii.]
1793. THOMAS HARDY, D.D. of Edinburgh, appointed by George III. in Oct.—[Scots Mag. lv.]
1793. DAVID JOHNSTONE, D.D. of North Leith, appointed by George III. in Oct.—[Scots
Mag. lv.]
1793. THOMAS SOMERVILLE, D.D. of Jedburgh, appointed by George III. in Oct.—[Scots
Mag. lv., lxi.]
1793. THOMAS ROBERTSON, D.D. of Dalmeny, appointed by George III. in Oct.—Scots
Mag. lv.] * *
1793. WILLIAM PAUL, of St. Cuthberts, appointed by George III. in Oct.—[Scots Mag. lv.]
1795. JAMES BLINSHALL, D.D. of Dundee, appointed by George III, in June.—[Scots Mag.
lvii.]
1799. GILBERT GERARD, D.D., Professor of Divinity in the Univ. and King's College,
Aberdeen, app. by George III. in Feb.-Scots Mag. lxi.]
1799. ALEXANDER FLEMING, of Hamilton, appointed by George III. 7th Sept.—[Scots
Mag. lxi., &c.]
1800. WILLIAM LAURENCE BROWN, D.D., Principal of the Univ. and Marischal College,
Aberdeen, appointed by Geo. III, in March ; died 11th May 1830, in 76th age and 53d
min.—[Scots Mag. lxii., &c.]
1802. GEORGE GORDON, D.D. of Aberdeen, appointed by George III. in Dec.—[Edin.
Advertiser.]
CHAPLAINS IN ORDINARY TO HIS MAJESTY. 4. 397
1803. JoHN M*KENZIE, D.D. of Portpatrick, app. by George III, 4th Oct.; continued by
William IV. 9th Oct. 1830.-[Scots Mag, lxv., &c.] - -
*1805, RobºFT MUTER, D.D. of Kirkcudbright, appointed by George III. 21st Sept.—
[Scots Mag. lxvii.]
*1810. JoHN INGLIS, D.D. of Edinburgh, appointed by George III. 23d Feb.; continued
by William IV. 9th Nov. 1830–Scots Mag. lxxii., &c.]
1812. WILLIAM TAYLOR, D.D. of Glasgow (St. Enoch's), appointed by George III. 7th Jan.
—[Scots Mag. lxxiv.] -
*1815. DUNCAN MACFARLANE, D.D. of Drymen, appointed by George, Prince Regent, 4th
Nov.; promoted to a Deanery in 1820, he resigned the latter in 1824.—[Scots Mag. lxxvii., &c.]
*1820. WILLIAM BRycE, D.D. of Aberdour, appointed by George IV. 25th Feb.; promoted
to a Deanery in 1824, continued by William IV. 9th Nov. 1830.-[Scots Mag. lxxxv., &c.]
*1820. ANDREW GRANT, D.D. of Edinburgh, appointed by George IV. 20th July; and
continued by William IV. 9th Nov. 1830.-[Scots Mag. lxxxvi., &c.] - -
1824. DAVID LAMONT, D.D. of Kirkpatrick-Durham, appointed by George IV, 14th Aug. ;
and continued by William TV. 9th Nov. 1830.- Scots Mag. xciv., &c.]
1825. DUNCAN MEARNs, D.D., Professor of Divinity in the Univ. and King's College,
Aberdeen, app. by George IV. ; and continued by William IV. 9th Nov. 1830, died 2d
March 1852, in 73d age and 53d min. -
1830. THOMAS CHALMERs, D.D., Professor of Divinity in the Univ. of Edinburgh, app. by
George IV. 19th June, and continued by William IV. 9th Nov.; died 31st May 1847, in
68th age and 45th min. - -
1830. JoHN LEE, D.D., LL.D., M.D. of Edinburgh, appointed by George IV., and continued
by William IV. 9th Nov. same year; preferred to a Deanery in 1840.
1830. GEORGE Cook, D.D., Professor of Moral Philosophy in the Univ. of St. Andrews,
app. by George IV. 19th June; and continued in Dec. following, died 13th May 1845, in 73d
age and 50th min.
*1834. STEVENSON MACGILL, D.D., Professor of Divinity in the Univ. of Glasgow, appointed
by William TV. in Jan. ; died 18th Aug. 1840, in his 76th year and 49th min.
SUCCESSION SINCE JUNE 1839.
*1841. ARCHIBALD BENNIE, D.D. of Edinburgh. *
*1841. NoFMAN M*LEOD, D.D. of Glasgow (St. Columba's).
1845. WILLIAM MUIR, D.D., LL.D., of Edinburgh.
*1847. Rob ERT LEE, D.D. of Edinburgh.
1852. JAMES PAULL, D.D. of Tullynessle.
1858. NoFMAN M*LEOD, jun., D.D. of Glasgow (Barony).
1858. JoHN CAIRD, D.D. of Park Church, Giasgow.
1859. JoHN TULLOCH, D.D., Principal of St. Mary's College, St. Andrews.
*1861. THOMAS JAMES CRAwford, D.D., Professor of Divinity in the Univ. of Edinburgh.
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398 - THE CHAPEL ROYAL.
1862. JoHN Stuart, of Edinburgh. - - -
*1862. WILLIAM MILLIGAN, D.D., Professor of Biblical Criticism in the Univ. of Aberdeen,
1863. JoHN CoOR, D.D., Professor of Divinity and Ecclesiastical History in St. Mary's
College, St. Andrews. -
1863. WILLIAM PuFDIE, Dickson, D.D., Professor of Biblical Criticism in the Univ. of
Glasgow. . . -
DEANS OF THE ORDER OF THE THISTLE,
*1763. JoHN JARDINE, D.D. of Edinburgh (above mentioned), appointed by George III, in
Jan.-[Scots Mag. xxv.]
1766. RoPERT HAMILTON, D.D., Professor of Divinity in the Univ. of Edinburgh, app. by
George III.
1787. GEORGE HILL, D.D., Professor of Divinity in St. Mary's College, St. Andrews, ap-
pointed by George III. 1st May; resigned in 1792–IScots Mag. xlix, liv.]
1792. ARCHIBALD DAVIDSON, D.D., Principal of the Univ. of Glasgow, app. by George III.
31st March ; died 7th July 1803, in 45th min.—[Scots Mag. liv., &c.]
1803. WILLIAM LAURENCE BROWN, D.D., Principal of the Univ. and Marischal College,
Aberdeen (above mentioned), appointed by George III, 4th Oct.
1830. GEORGE Cook, D.D., Professor of Moral Philosophy in the Univ. of St. Andrews
(above mentioned), appointed by George IV. 19th June, and continued by William IV. in
Dec. following.
SINCE JUNE 1839.
1845. WILLIAM MUIR, D.D., LL.D., of Edinburgh (above mentioned).
ALMONERS TO THIS MAJESTY.
1628. JoHN PATERSONE, A.M., of Denny, appointed by Charles I. 20th April,—[Reg. Sec.
Sigill.]
1646. RobFRT BRUCE, of Aberdour, appointed by Charles I. 12th June ; which was ratified
and confirmed by Charles II. 20th Oct. 1660.- Reg. Sec. Sigill.]
1667. ARCHIBALD TURNER, A.M., of Edinburgh, appointed by Charles II. 20th March.-
[Reg. Sec. Sigill.[ s
1681. JoHN RoBERTSON, of Edinburgh, appointed by Charles II. 24th March-LReg. Sec.
Sigill.] º z
1686. ALEXANDER DUNBAR, had a pension of £100 sterl. from James VII. 25th Feb. 1687.
—[Reg. Sec. Sigill.] ^e
1708. JoHN LAW, of Edinburgh.--|Chamberlayne's State of Britain.]
1713. WILLIAM HAMILTON, of Edinburgh; removed in 1726–LReg. Commiss. Sign. Man.,
Wodrow’s Anal.]
ALM ONERS TO HIS MAJESTY. 399
1726. JAMES HART, A.M., of Edinburgh, appointed by George I. 31st Aug.; and continued
by George II. 25th Oct. 1727–LReg. Commis. Sign. Man, Wodrow’s Anal., Acts of Ass.]
1729. NIEL MºvicAR, of St Cuthberts, appointed by George II. 23d June.—[Reg. Commis.
Sign. Man., Acts of Ass., &c.]
1747. JoHN HEPBURN, of Edinburgh, appointed by George II, 13th Feb.-[Reg. Commiss.
Sign. Man, Scots Mag. ix., &c.]
1749. Robert PoELOK, A.M., Professor of Divinity in the Univ. and Marischal College of
Aberdeen in May ; resigned on being prom. to the Principality in 1759, and died 18th May
1759, in his 51st year and 16th min.-[Scots Mag. xi., &c.]
1757. JoHN HYNDMAN, of St. Cuthberts, appointed by George II. in March; and continued
by George III. 28th June 1761–IScots Mag. xix., xxiii., &c.]
1762. ALEXANDER CARLYLE, D.D., of Inveresk, appointed by George III. in Aug., which he
resigned in 1785–Scots Mag. xxiv., xlvii.]
1785. JoHN M*FARLAN, D.D., of Canongate, appointed by George III. 12th July.—[Scots
Mag. xlvii.] a'
1789. WILLIAM GREENFIELD, A.M., of Edinburgh. appointed by George III., which he re-
signed in 1789.-[Scots Mag. lx., lxi., &c.]
1799. WILLIAM GLOAG, D.D., of Edinburgh, appointed by George III, in Feb.-[Scots Mag.
lxi.] *
1802. JAMES FINLAYSON, D.D., of Edinburgh, appointed by George III–Scots Mag.
lxx., &c.] \
1803. JoHN PATON, of Lasswade, appointed by George III. 3d May.
400 DARIEN
DARIEN, OR NEW CALEDONIA.
Should follow p. 153.
A company having been established by Act of Parliament, 25th June 1695, for trading with Africa and
the Indies, and all classes in the nation embarking into the scheme, three ships and two yachts were dis-
patched from Leith, 17th July 1698, with twelve hundred individuals, including two ministers, the greater
part landed at their destination, 3d Nov. following. Difficulties and discouragements arose among them,
however, which caused their council to resolve to evacuate the settlement, 23d June 1699, only eight
months after they had taken possession. Before hearing this intelligence the Directors of the Company
determined to send additional settlers, and the Commission, 21st July 1699, by authority of the Gen.
Assembly, 3d Feb. preceding, authorised four ministers, who were appointed by the Directors, to form
themselves into a presbytery, and promised they should be received as members of the Gen. Assembly for
that year, when they visited the mother country. Besides, a vessel with three hundred individuals went
from Leith, 24th Feb., and another expedition of four ships, with thirteen hundred individuals and four
ministers sailed from Bute, 24th Sept., and reached their destination, 30th Nov., only to be surrounded
by disappointment and sorrow : their attempts were frustrated, and wasted by disease and death, with
spirits overcome and depressed, the settlement was abandoned. Of the ministers it is only necessary to say,
Mr THOMAS JAMES, trans. from Cleish, sailed in the first expedition, but died of fever in the
passage, 23d Oct. 1698, in 8th min., “a very good man, much lamented.”—[Anal. Scot, i.]
Mr ADAM Scott, lic. by the Presb. of Jedburgh, 14th Aug. 1695, died of dysentery, aboard
his vessel, 19th Nov. 1698–LAnal. Scot. i., Darien Papers.]
Mr ALEXANDER SHIELDs, of St. Andrews, 2d charge, died in his return home, of malignant
ſever at Port Royal, Jamaica, 14th June 1700, in 40th age and 10th min., “much lamented
by all who knew his worth and parts.”—[Borland's Hist. of the Eapedition.]
Mr FRANCIS BORLAND of Glasford, returned to his parish, and died 24th Dec. 1722, in 21st
min.—[Hamilton Presb. Reg.]
Mr ARCHIBALD STOBO, in returning, his vessel was overtaken by storm, and greatly damaged,
he got landed at Charlestown, South Carolina, where he received a call to be min. to a congre-
gation there, and settled with his wife, who had shared in his hardships.--|Borland's Hist.]
Mr ALEXANDER TXALGLEISH, died on the passage out between Montserrat and Darien, in
Nov. 1699, having “approved himself as a faithful servant of the Lord Jesus,” leaving a widow,
who returned to Scotland, their child also died at sea.—[Borland's Hist.]
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