‘A Guide to the History and Culture of East Perthshire through the Archive’ is the third in a series of area-based guides. It joins two other publications which already cover Highland Perthshire and Kinross-shire. Click on each image to see a larger version.

The photograph shows a group of farm labourers enjoying a well-earned break during the harvest at Whitefield Farm. Even in time of war it was essential that agricultural work continued as usual.

This beautifully illustrated service roll provides the name, rank and regiment of those from Ardler who served during the First World War. A laurel wreath was placed next to the names of those who died ‘Pro Patria’ for their country. A poignant example of community history.

This photograph comes from the collection of Nan Carmichael, nee Ferguson, whose father farmed Whitefield, Coupar Angus. Among her many photographs are fantastic images of family, farm work, outings and nursing during the First World War. Very little is known about Nan and her photograph albums and we would be very grateful if anyone had any further information.

4. Extract from Perthshire Constabulary criminal records, 1913, POL1/42/1 p35

This dapper looking gentleman is Peter Irvine Taylor born in Rattray and convicted of theft and fraud, including the theft of motor cars and a bicycle. This photograph is taken from a volume of similar ‘mugshots’ of prisoners released from jail and known to have moved to Perth. Were any of your ancestors notorious criminals?

5. Planned additions to Hill Primary School, Blairgowrie, 1909, CC1/E/MP/P/83

This front elevation plan shows the additions that were made to Hill Primary at the beginning of the 20^th century. At the time this was Blairgowrie High School and it wasn’t until the school at Altamount was built in 1958 that its named changed.