G'day from Northumbria. I finally found Loanend. This is supposedly where Robert Semple Cowie was born. Again, this a large farming estate, located near the banks of the River Tweed. There is a suspension bridge, called Union Bridge. Scotland on one side, England on the other. Wonderful scenery, with sheep running free all over the roads, and the occasional cyclist crossing the bridge, which is barely wide enough for a Smart car, nevermind my Zafira.
I have enjoyed a day researching the life that John and Jane would have had before leaving for Upper Canada. Not a pleasant life. I have much to tell. I have so many unanswered questions, however. I'm hoping that Linda Bankier, an archivist, will be able to help me.
Cheers, Neil.
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