Sir John Atwell 1911-1999

[Knarf45]

I'm hoping someone can confirm for me the birth date of John William Atwell in Glasgow in 1911 and the names of his parents. I'm hoping his parents will be James Lawther (Lauder/Lauther) Atwell and Maria (nee Hamilton)? If I'm wrong it ends a family myth that John, later Sir John, was a relation.

Thanks in advance,
Frank

 

[juliejtp]

hH Frank,

I found Sir Johns obituary, but is dosnt mentioned his parents, he was born Glasgow 1911 no date of birth given. If you dont have any luck, the Scotlandspeople site have online records, which is free to search, to view there is a fee.

http://www.rse.org.uk/fellowship/obits/index.htm

http://www.scotlandspeople.gov.uk/

 

[woodlander]

Hi Frank

There is only one John William Atwell born 1911 in Glasgow coming up on Scotland's People born Partick District of Glasgow Lanarkshire Unfortunately there is no image available to view but the data reference to order it is 646/03/1633
If you use the link Julie posted you will be able to order it from the Scotland's People site
Good luck with it

 

[woodlander]

I was able to view the marriage you referred to Frank. Details:-

Marriages in 1906 Partick district of Glasgow Lanarkshire. Ref to order: 646/03/0513 Mge number in register: 513:
Marriage took place 14th December 1906 at 1240 Dumbarton Road Whiteinch Partick after publication according to the forms of the Church of Scotland:
James Lauther Atwell Bachelor age 27 occ. Iron Moulder (Journeyman)
Residence 1240 Dumbarton Road Whiteinch Partick and
Maria Howitt Hamilton Spinster age 26 occ. Domestic Servant
Residence 14 Cross Street Partick
Groom's parents: John Atwell occ. Ship's Rigger (foreman) and Helen Atwell maiden surname Lauther
Bride's parents: James Hamilton occ. Ship's Fitter's Helper (deceased) and *Annie Hamilton maiden surname Howitt (deceased)
Officiating minister: Hugh Macluckie minister of Lansdowne United Free Church
Marriage registered at Partick December 19th 1906 by Hugh Walsh assistant registrar
Witnessess: Catherine Mackie McNicol and William Atwell

*Annie - Name a little obscure, Possible Aornie but likely Annie.
The image will stay for me to view again Frank if you have any queries.
Do let us know how you get on

 

[Knarf45]

Thanks for all your help.

I'll order it when I'm back in the UK in the New Year.

kinds regards
Frank

 

[woodlander]

You're very welcome Frank, glad to help