71867: Alexander Humphrey
Alexander Humphrey who came from Elgin, was the first tacksman of Doune Farm, Carloway from 1833 to 1853. He was married to Isabella and had eight children: Janet (b1844), Barbara (b1846), Ann (b1849), William (b1850), Donald (b1852), Catherine (b1855), Margaret (b1856) and John (b1859).
When Doune was cleared in 1853, Alexander moved to Swainbost Farm in Ness.
Details
- Record Type:
- Person
- Date Of Birth:
- 1813
- Gender:
- Male
- Occupation:
- Tacksman
- Record Maintained by:
- CEC