West – Row 5 – 6 – Baird/Robertson

Transcription

(Hidden by yew trees) Erected by WILLIAM BAIRD Coldstream in memory of his wife MARY ROBERTSON who died 29th June 1884 aged 76 years. Also the above WILLIAM BAIRD who died 4th June 1889 age 77 years Also MARY ROBERTSON BAIRD his grand daughter who died 28th January 1893 age 4 years. Also MARGARET ROBERTSON BAIRD who died 4th August 1899 aged 60 years. Also JOHN ROBERTSON BAIRD who died 8th October 1917 aged 80 years Also GEORGE BAIRD who died 14th Octber1930 aged 84 years

Commentary

William Baird was born at Stichill, Roxburghshire, a Blacksmith in Coldstream employing two men. He lived at East High Street, Coldstream. His wife Mary was born in Coldstream. Son John was at one time a Blacksmith Apprentice.

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