James Glasgow (abt. 1540 - 1580)

Born about 1540 in Midlothian, Scotland

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Died 8 Nov 1580 at about age 40 in Scotland

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Biography

James Glasgow, born around 1540, was a resident of Corsinkell, a 40-shilling land in the barony of Stevenston, bailiary of Cunninghame, and sheriffdom of Ayr, Scotland. He is one of the earliest known members of the Glasgow family in Scotland. James was the son of John Glasgow and Nancy Glendinning, and he passed away in 1580.

Life in Corsinkell

In 1571, James Glasgow was mentioned in a letter of reversion by Marion Cunninghame, relict of the late Robert Cunninghame of Montgrenane, in favor of Alexander, Earl of Glencairn, and his spouse, Jean Cunninghame. The letter concerned an annual rent of 18 bolls of oatmeal from the 40-shilling land of Corsinkell, which was occupied by James Glasgow, referred to as the "Elder," his son John Glasgow, and another individual named James Glasgow, referred to as "Senior." The land was wadset (pledged) for 300 merks.\[1\]

Historical Context

The National Records of Scotland provide valuable insights into James Glasgow's life through a record dated February 9, 1571. In this record, James Glasgow, referred to as the "Elder," and his son, John Glasgow, are mentioned in connection with the land of Corsinkell. This mention is significant for understanding the family's social and economic status during this period.

Family

James Glasgow had at least one known son:

• John Glasgow (abt.1570-), mentioned in the 1571 letter of reversion.

The term "Elder" used for James Glasgow helps to distinguish him from another individual, likely a relative, named James Glasgow, referred to as "Senior." These terms indicate a generational difference between the two:

• James Glasgow (Senior): Estimated birth between 1500-1530.
• James Glasgow (Elder): The subject of this profile, estimated birth between 1530-1550.
• John Glasgow: Son of James Glasgow (Elder), estimated birth between 1550-1570.

Legacy

James Glasgow's presence in the 1571 letter of reversion provides insight into the early history of the Glasgow family in Scotland and their involvement in land transactions and feudal obligations. The fact that his son was also mentioned in the document suggests that the family had a significant presence in the area and were actively engaged in the local community.

Parents

• Father: John Glasgow
• Mother: Nancy Glendinning

Children

• John Glasgow (abt.1570-)

Research Notes

• Further research into Scottish land records, feudal documents, and other historical sources may help uncover more information about James Glasgow's life, family, and role in the community.
• Investigating the connections between the Glasgow family and the Cunninghames, particularly the Earl of Glencairn, could provide a clearer picture of the social and political context in which James Glasgow lived.

Sources

1. GD39/5/59: Letters of reversion by Marion Cunninghame, relict of umquhile Robert Cunninghame of Montgrenane, in favour of Alexander, Earl of Glencairn, and Jean Cunninghame, his spouse, of annual rent of 18 bolls oatmeal furth of the 40s. land of Corsinkell lying in the barony of Stevenston, bailiary of Cunninghame and sheriffdom of Ayr, occupied by James Glasgow, elder James Glasgow and John Glasgow, his sons, Christian Campbell, wadset for 300 merks. Witnesses: Mr John Porterfield of that ilk, William Porterfield, his son and heir apparent, Mr Adam Wallace, burgess of Glasgow and Hugh Cunninghame, servant to the said Earl. (9/2/1571) 2. Reference to James Glasgow in the National Records of Scotland: National Records of Scotland - GD39/5/59 3. Unverified information from an unsourced Snoddy family tree on Geneanet: James Glasgow's Geneanet Profile