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== Biography ==
{{Ireland Native}}
'''Alexander Glasgow''' is the proposed head of an early Bann Valley family.
His existence and family are reconstructed from later descendant testimony; no
contemporary record yet identifies him with certainty.

If [[Glasgow-3896|Daniel Glasgow]], born about 1795 or 1796, was his son,
Alexander must have been born before about 1778. The former estimate of about
1790 is incompatible with that relationship.

Alexander is associated with Rosanna, surname unknown. A 2007 descendant account
names Alexander and Rosanna as parents of [[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]] of
Lisnagaver and reports that Rosanna died about 23 October 1822.<ref name="DescendantAccount">[https://www.genesreunited.co.uk/boards/board/general_topics/thread/465937 “Trying to find Glasgow,” ''Genes Reunited''], descendant account posted 25 January 2007.</ref> No marriage, baptism or will has been found to verify the account. Rosanna's reported surname Shaw is unsupported and should remain a research lead only.

== Tithe applotment book for the parish of Rasharkin ==

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The original Rasharkin Tithe Applotment Book records two separate Glasgow holdings at Lisnagaver in 1834:

* '''Alexr Glasgow''' — 29 acres, comprising 10 acres first quality, 10 acres second quality and 9 acres third quality.
* '''Robt Glasgow''' — 35 acres, comprising 11 acres first quality, 10 acres second quality and 14 acres third quality.

The red numbers 4 and 5 beside their names are consecutive entry numbers, not ages. The men appear on separate lines with separate acreages and assessments. The manuscript states no relationship between them.<ref name="RasharkinTithe1834">Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, ''Tithe
  applotment book for the parish of Rasharkin'', 1834, PRONI FIN/5/A/236, manuscript folio 17, PDF image 19 of 84, Lisnagaver entries for Alexr and
  Robt Glasgow; digital image accessed 5 August 2026 through the [https://apps.proni.gov.uk/eCatNI_IE/BrowseSearchPage.aspx PRONI Browse
  eCatalogue].</ref>

The identity of Robt Glasgow has not been established. Possible candidates include [[Glasgow-1367|Robert Glasgow of Glenleslie]] and [[Glasgow-3941|Robert Glasgow of Coltrim]], but no inspected record connects either man with Lisnagaver. The entry should therefore remain unidentified.

or [[Glasgow-3449|Robert Glasgow (1797-1868)]] who died in Ballymoney registration district in 1868 aged 71, implying birth about 1796–97.

If he was the tithe Robert, he was only about fourteen years older than Alexander born circa 1811. That makes him a very unlikely father and a much more plausible older brother, cousin, or son of the older Alexander.

=== A persistent Marks connection ties Alexander and Thomas together ===

The original marriage witnesses reveal a useful network:

* John Marks witnessed the 1866 marriage of [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow (1811-aft.1861)]]’s son [[Glasgow-938|Robert]].<ref name="MarksRobert1866">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-3134069 IrishGenealogy.ie], civil marriage registration of Robert Glasgow and Jane Graham, 5 April 1866; John Marks witnessed.</ref>
* Jane Marks witnessed the 1879 marriage of [[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]]’s daughter Anne/Nancy.<ref name="MarksAnne1879">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-2645258 IrishGenealogy.ie], civil marriage registration for Thomas Glasgow’s daughter Anne/Nancy, 1879; Jane Marks witnessed.</ref>
* Lizzie J. Marks witnessed the 1888 marriage of Thomas’s son Daniel Neely.<ref name="MarksDaniel1888">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-2455742 IrishGenealogy.ie], civil marriage registration of Daniel Neely Glasgow and Mary Jane Boyd, 28 June 1888; Lizzie J. Marks witnessed.</ref>

Meanwhile, Gardiner Marks appears directly after Alexander and Robert in the 1834 Lisnagaver tithe order. A younger Gardiner Marks married in 1857 and named his father as Gardiner Marks, farmer.<ref name="MarksGardiner1857">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-3271390 IrishGenealogy.ie], civil marriage registration of Gardiner Marks, 1857, naming his father as Gardiner Marks, farmer.</ref>

That is good independent evidence that Alexander’s and Thomas’s descendants belonged to one enduring Lisnagaver–Kilrea social network. It strengthens their probable brotherhood, although it still does not prove it.
=== Possible later division of Alexander's holding ===

The National Archives of Ireland states that acreage in the Tithe Applotment Books was recorded in Irish or Plantation measure, approximately 1.62 statute acres for each Plantation acre.<ref name="TitheMeasure">National Archives of Ireland,
  [https://www.nationalarchives.ie/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Family_History_Sources_NAI.pdf “The Tithe Applotment Books, 1823–37”], explanation of acreage and measurement, accessed 5 August 2026.</ref> On that general conversion, Alexander's 29-acre tithe holding would represent approximately 46.98 statute acres.

The later valuation records [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow]] occupying lot 25, containing 8 acres, 2 roods and 10 perches, and  [[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]] occupying lot 26, containing 32 acres, 3 roods and 15 perches.<ref name="LisnagaverValuation">Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, Valuation Revision Book for Killoquin Lower electoral division, Rasharkin parish, PRONI VAL/12/B/4/16A, folios 52–53, Lisnagaver lots 24–26; see also [https://www.failteromhat.com/griffiths/antrim/rasharkin.htm Griffith's Valuation transcript for Rasharkin],
  accessed 5 August 2026.</ref>

Their combined holdings amounted to 41 acres, 1 rood and 25 perches, leaving a theoretical balance of approximately 5 acres, 2 roods and 12 perches:

Alexander's 1834 holding:
29 Plantation acres ≈ 46.98 statute acres

* Possible later division:
** Alexander, lot 25     8a 2r 10p
** Thomas, lot 26       32a 3r 15p
** theoretical balance   5a 2r 12p

This calculation makes it possible that the older Alexander's holding was later divided between the younger Alexander, Thomas and another occupier. It does not prove that the later lots were formed from the same land. The tithe and valuation surveys were compiled for different purposes, and no inspected lease, succession entry or map connects the 1834 holding directly with lots 25 and 26. The unit of measurement used in this particular Rasharkin volume should also be confirmed from its introductory or certification pages before the conversion is treated as exact.

Robert's separate 35-acre tithe holding—approximately 56.7 statute acres under the same general conversion—also remains to be accounted for.

=== Rosanna ===

Rosanna's maiden surname has not been identified.

Slater's 1846 directory lists two watch and clock makers at Kilrea:

* '''Daniel Glasco'''; and
* '''James Shaw'''.<ref name="Slater1846">[https://www.failteromhat.com/slater/0192.pdf Isaac Slater, ''Slater's National Commercial Directory of Ireland''] (1846), Kilrea, p. 473, under “Watch & Clock Makers”, listing Daniel Glasco and James Shaw (accessed 16 July 2026).</ref>

One possible interpretation of the descendant tradition is that Daniel Glasgow represented one side of the family and James Shaw the other. This led to the theory that Rosanna's maiden surname was Shaw.

No marriage, baptism, will or other contemporary record identifies Rosanna as a Shaw or as a sister of James Shaw. The occupational coincidence does not establish a sibling relationship. Her LNAB should therefore remain '''Unknown''', while Shaw may be retained only as a research lead.

If Rosanna remains attached as the uncertain mother of Daniel, she must have been born before about 1780. Her previously proposed birth about 1790 is chronologically impossible for a child born about 1795 or 1796.

The reported death date of about 23 October 1822 has not been independently confirmed.

=== Working children ===

Alexander and Rosanna are shown as the uncertain parents of:

* '''[[Glasgow-3896|Daniel Glasgow]]''', born about 1795 or 1796, a watchmaker and farmer of Kilrea; and
* '''[[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]]''', born about 1815 or 1816, a farmer of Lisnagaver.

[[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow of Lisnagaver]], born about 1811, belongs to the same close local network but is no longer attached as their son. [[Glasgow-1367|Robert Glasgow]] is retained on his profile as the leading uncertain, place-based father candidate.

The descendant account explicitly identifies Thomas as a son of Alexander and Rosanna.<ref name="FamilyTradition">[https://www.genesreunited.co.uk/boards/board/general_topics/thread/465937 "Trying to find Glasgow"], ''Genes Reunited'', post by Peter dated 25 January 2007, with later replies, naming Alexander and Rosanna as the parents of Thomas Glasgow of Lisnagaver, reporting Rosanna's death about 23 October 1822, and mentioning two possible clockmaker uncles at Kilrea (accessed 16 July 2026). This is descendant testimony rather than a contemporary parent record.</ref>

Daniel's original 1871 will identifies Thomas as '''“my late brother”''' and Daniel Neely Glasgow as his nephew.<ref name="DanielWill1871">Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, [https://apps.proni.gov.uk/willscalendar_ie/willssearch.aspx Will Calendars], original registered will of Daniel Glasgow of Kilrea, proved 1871 (accessed 17 July 2026).</ref>

Daniel Neely Glasgow's 1888 marriage record names his father as Thomas Glasgow, farmer, and connects that family with Lisnagaver.<ref name="DanielNeelyMarriage1888">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/en/ IrishGenealogy.ie], civil marriage registration of Daniel Neely Glasgow and Mary Jane Boyd, 28 June 1888, Boveedy First Presbyterian Church; groom described as a farmer of Lisnagaver and his father recorded as Thomas Glasgow, farmer (accessed 17 July 2026).</ref>

Together, these records prove that Daniel of Kilrea and Thomas of Lisnagaver were brothers. They do not identify their parents.

Their shared attachment to Alexander and Rosanna remains an uncertain reconstruction based principally on the descendant account. The evidence does not exclude:

* a half-brother relationship;
* an error in the descendant tradition;
* different parents for one or more of the men; or
* another Alexander and Rosanna belonging to the same local family cluster.

The younger Alexander remains a possible close collateral relative of Daniel and Thomas because of his age, location and association with the Lisnagaver family. No inspected record calls him their brother or names this older Alexander as his father.

The 1851 census records the younger Alexander and Thomas as similarly aged farmers in Lisnagavor families 35 and 37.<ref name="Census1851Macafee">[https://www.billmacafee.com/census/1851censuskilconway.pdf W. Scott and William Macafee, ''1851 Census for some Parishes and Townlands in the Barony of Kilconway, Co. Antrim''], Rasharkin parish, Lisnagavor, families 34, 35 and 37, recording the households of John, Alexander and Thomas Glasgow (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

Their proximity supports a close relationship but does not by itself prove that they were brothers or identify their parents.

=== Clockmaker tradition ===

The descendant account's reference to two clockmaker uncles appears to preserve a genuine association with Kilrea.

[[Glasgow-3896|Daniel Glasgow]] is independently documented as a Kilrea watch and clock maker and is proved to have been Thomas's brother.<ref name="Slater1846" /><ref name="DanielWill1871" />

An 1831 County Londonderry census transcription records '''“Danl.”''' in Kilrea town, house 37, under the standardised surname Glasgow. The surname as read from the census return is shown as '''“Glosger [?]”'''. The house was shared by two families and contained eight males and two females; nine occupants were Presbyterian and one belonged to the Established Church.<ref name="Census1831Derry">[https://www.billmacafee.com/1831census/1831derrycensusplace.pdf William Macafee, ''Names of Householders listed in the 1831 Census Returns for the County of Londonderry''] (transcription from PRONI MIC/5A/5–9B), Kilrea town, house 37, recording “Danl.” under the standardised surname Glasgow, with the surname in the return read as “Glosger [?]”; and Tamlaght O'Crilly parish, Inishrush, houses 2 and 91, recording John and Adam “Glasco” (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

The census gives no age, occupation or family relationships. This is therefore a plausible candidate for the later clockmaker, not a proved identification. If confirmed from the manuscript, it would place Daniel at Kilrea by 1831 rather than only by the 1846 directory.

Daniel was Thomas's brother, not his uncle. The family tradition may have:

* shifted the relationship by one generation;
* referred to uncles of Thomas's children rather than Thomas himself;
* combined members of the Glasgow and Shaw families; or
* preserved only a general memory of clockmaking relatives at Kilrea.

The tradition supports further investigation but should not be converted into a specific relationship with James Shaw.

=== Possible parents ===

[[Glasgow-3902|Adam Glasgow]] and [[Unknown-760890|Rose]] of Inishrush, County Londonderry, were previously proposed as Alexander's parents. No inspected record names either parent or connects Alexander directly with Inishrush.

No contemporary record inspected names Adam or Rose as Alexander's parents. No record connects Alexander directly with Inishrush.

Adam and Rose had a large and incompletely documented family. Their gravestone names their children James and Eliza, while a newspaper notice describes Nancy Glasgow as Adam's sixth daughter.<ref name="AdamGrave">[https://www.oneirishrover.com/tamlaght-graveyard/ "Tamlaght O'Crilly Lower Graveyard"], transcription of the Glasgow gravestone recording Rose, wife of Adam Glasgow; Adam Glasgow; their daughter Eliza; their son James; and grandson William. The same page transcribes the 1842 marriage notice of Nancy, sixth daughter of Adam Glasgow of Inishrush (accessed 16 July 2026).</ref>

The proposed connection was based on regional proximity, overlapping generations and gaps in Adam's documented family. The additional records set out below strengthen the existence of a local Glasgow cluster, but they still do not establish Alexander's parentage.

Rose was reportedly born about 1767. If Alexander was born by about 1778, she would have been only about eleven years old. This creates a severe chronological conflict with her proposed maternity.

Possible explanations include:

* one or both estimated birth years are materially wrong;
* Adam was Alexander's father by an earlier partner;
* Alexander was Adam's brother, cousin or another collateral relative; or
* there was no close connection between the Inishrush and Lisnagaver families.

Adam and Rose are not retained as Alexander's parents. Rose's age chronologically excludes her as the mother of a man old enough to father Daniel about 1795 or 1796, while no record establishes Adam as Alexander's father by another partner.

No evidence supports placing this family beneath an earlier Scottish, Kilwaughter, Derry Main or Moneymore line.

=== Tamlaght O'Crilly and Inishrush cluster ===

A transcription of the 1740 Protestant householder list for Tamlaght O'Crilly parish contains two entries under the name '''Hugh Glasgow'''.<ref name="Householders1740">[https://genealogy.torrens.org/BannValley/books/Kilrea/Kilrea07.html John W. Kernohan, ''The Parishes of Kilrea and Tamlaght O'Crilly''], Appendix E, “Protestant householders in Tamlaght O'Crilly Parish in 1740,” containing two entries for Hugh Glasgow (online transcription by Richard John Torrens; accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

A Belfast News-Letter notice printed on 14 April 1772 lists '''Hugh Glasgow''' among inhabitants of Tamlaght O'Crilly parish who declared that they had surrendered their arms to Henry Ellis of Innisrush. The declaration was dated at Innisrush on 6 April 1772.<ref name="Hugh1772">[https://arborealis.ca/records/newspapers/kilrea-news/1770-1779/ “1770–1779: News transcripts for Kilrea & environs”], ''Arborealis'', transcript of the ''Belfast News-Letter'', 14 April 1772, declaration dated Innisrush, 6 April 1772, listing Hugh Glasgow among inhabitants of Tamlaght O'Crilly parish (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

It is not known whether the 1772 Hugh was one of the men listed in 1740, a son or other relative, or an unrelated namesake. The records provide no family relationships.

The 1831 census transcription records two separate Glasgow households at Inishrush:

* '''John “Glasco”''', house 2: one family, four males and four females, all Presbyterian; and
* '''Adam “Glasco”''', house 91: one family, three males and five females, all Presbyterian.<ref name="Census1831Derry" />

The return supplies no ages, occupations or relationships within either household. Alexander could theoretically have been an unnamed male in one of them, but there is no evidence that he was. John and Adam were probably part of the same local surname cluster, though their precise relationship is unknown.

The 1833 Tithe Applotment transcription records '''Adam Glasgow''' at Innisrush.<ref name="TitheInishrush1833">[https://www.irishgenealogyhub.com/derry/tithe-applotments/tamlaght-o-crilly-parish.php “Tithe Applotment Books 1823–1838: Tamlaght O Crilly Parish, county Derry”], transcription entry for Adam Glasgow, Innisrush, 1833 (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

Taken together, the 1740, 1772, 1831 and 1833 records show that the Glasgow surname was established in Tamlaght O'Crilly parish across several generations. They make a connection between the Inishrush and Lisnagaver families more plausible, but they do not provide a pedigree.

Hugh Glasgow, documented in the parish in 1772, is now the most useful preceding-generation research lead because his known presence falls close to Alexander's estimated birth period. He should not be attached as Alexander's father without further evidence.

=== Lisnagaver ===

The 1834 Tithe Applotment transcription records '''Alexander Glasgow''' and '''Robert Glasgow''' consecutively at Lisnagaver.<ref name="Tithe1834">[https://www.billmacafee.com/182030stithe/tithenorthantrim.pdf William Macafee, ''Data from the Tithe Applotment Books covering North Antrim''], records 7501–7502, Alexander and Robert Glasgow at Lisnagaver, Rasharkin parish, 1834 (accessed 16 July 2026).</ref>

The Alexander in this record may have been:

* this older Alexander;
* [[Glasgow-951|the younger Alexander]], then about twenty-three; or
* another man of the same name.

The entry supplies no age, spouse, parent or other identifying information. It should not be treated as proof that this older Alexander was alive in 1834.

Rasharkin Presbyterian baptism records confirm the later households of the younger Alexander and Thomas. Alexander and Molly McAughern had children recorded at Gortereagh in 1837–1838 and at Lisnagaver in 1844. Thomas and Mary Ann McCracken had children recorded at Moneyleck in 1842 and at Lisnagaver from 1843.<ref name="RasharkinBaptisms">[https://genealogy.torrens.org/BannValley/church/RasharkinP/Baptisms_1834.html "Rasharkin Presbyterian Church Baptisms"], entries for the households of Alexander Glasgow and Molly McAughern and Thomas Glasgow and Mary Ann McCracken (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

These records establish the younger households but do not identify their father.

The 1851 census contains a further possible collateral clue. Family 34 at Lisnagavor, immediately before the younger Alexander's family 35, comprised:

* '''John Glasgow''', aged 50, farmer, born County Antrim;
* Margaret Glasgow, wife, aged 30, born County Londonderry;
* Ann Glasgow, daughter, aged 3, born County Londonderry; and
* '''Samuel Glasgow''', John's brother, aged 60, linen weaver, born County Londonderry.<ref name="Census1851Macafee" />

Samuel was born about 1790 or 1791, placing him in roughly the same generation as Daniel Glasgow of Kilrea. His presence gives a concrete County Londonderry connection within the Glasgow household immediately beside the younger Alexander.

The census explicitly proves only that Samuel and John were brothers. It does not prove that either man was related to the younger Alexander, Thomas or Daniel. Household proximity is evidence for investigation, not a stated relationship.

=== Death ===

Alexander's date and place of death have not been identified.

He was alive before the births of his proposed children, but no secure burial, gravestone, probate or land record has been found that establishes a later date.

No Alexander Glasgow probate-calendar entry has been identified in the surviving PRONI calendars. This does not prove that Alexander left no will, since he may have died before the calendars begin or his estate may not have required probate.

== Research Notes ==
=== Current evidence assessment ===

==== Working children ====
{| class="wikitable" style="background:#e6ffe6;"
! Person !! Present evidence
|-
| [[Glasgow-3896|Daniel Glasgow]], born about 1795/96 || '''Uncertain son.''' Daniel's 1871 will directly proves that Thomas was his brother. Neither the will nor Daniel's death record names their parents.<ref name="DanielWill">[https://apps.proni.gov.uk/willscalendar_ie/willssearch.aspx Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, Will Calendars], will of Daniel Glasgow of Kilrea, proved 1871.</ref>
|-
| [[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]], born about 1815 || '''Uncertain son.''' The descendant account names Alexander and Rosanna as his parents. Daniel's will and Daniel Neely Glasgow's marriage independently prove Thomas's identity and brotherhood with Daniel, but do not name a parent.<ref name="DanielNeelyMarriage">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/marriage_returns/marriages_1888/10763/5925382.pdf General Register Office of Ireland, civil marriage register], Daniel Neely Glasgow and Mary Jane Boyd, 28 June 1888.</ref>
|-
| [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow]], born about 1811 || '''Close collateral candidate; not attached as a son.''' His age, Lisnagaver household and land sequence place him in the same network, but no contemporary record calls him Daniel and Thomas's brother or names this older Alexander as his father. [[Glasgow-1367|Robert Glasgow]] is his current uncertain father candidate.
|}

Daniel and Thomas are therefore proved brothers. Their common attachment to
Alexander and Rosanna remains an uncertain reconstruction. A half-sibling
relationship or an error in the later tradition has not been excluded.

==== Parentage ====
[[Glasgow-3902|Adam Glasgow]] and Rose were previously attached as Alexander's
parents. No inspected record names Adam, and Rose's age chronologically excludes
her from being the mother of a man old enough to father Daniel about 1795/96.
Adam and Rose were removed. [[Glasgow-3905|Unknown Glasgow]] is retained as Alexander's uncertain structural father placeholder until this branch can be placed beneath a source-identified ancestor. The placeholder is not a documented person and must not be treated as an identified ancestor.

An Alexander and Robert Glasgow were tithe occupiers at Lisnagaver in 1834.<ref name="Tithe1834DocumentOrder">[https://www.billmacafee.com/182030stithe/tithenorthantrimrevisionorder.pdf Bill MacAfee, ''North Antrim Tithe Applotment Books arranged in document order''], records 7493–7494, Lisnagaver, 1834.</ref> The entry may include this Alexander or his younger namesake, but it supplies no age, spouse or relationship.

The younger [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow]] was about twenty-three in 1834 if his 1851 census age is reasonably accurate and was heading a family at Gortereghy by 1837. The 1834 Lisnagaver tithe entry therefore does not require a second, older Alexander to have remained there, and it should not be used as evidence that this profile was the occupier.

A Glasgow weavers' roll for 1816–17 lists an “Alexander Glasgow, Ireland.” The entry is chronologically compatible with this profile but supplies no county, age, wife, children or other identifying detail. It is retained only as a same-name lead.<ref name="GlasgowWeaver1816">[https://www.tradeshousemuseum.org/uploads/4/7/7/2/47723681/old_glasgow_weavers_2nd_ed.pdf ''The Old Glasgow Weavers' Roll''], entry for Alexander Glasgow, Ireland, 1816–17.</ref>

==== The 1888 Gortahar death ====

The Alexander Glasgow who died at Gortahar on 16 May 1888 should not be assigned to this older profile. The deceased is now strongly identified with [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow of Lisnagaver]]. His widow Mary died at Gortahar in 1892 with their daughter [[Glasgow-3167|Mary Elder]] as informant. Mary Elder then headed a Gortahar household in 1901, and the same family continued there in 1911.<ref name="ElderGortaharCensus">FamilySearch, Ireland census indexes, [https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QPB2-KNM2 Mary Elder household, Gortahar, 1901] and [https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QYHR-52T2 Robert J. Elder household, Gortahar, 1911].</ref>

The 1911 nephew displayed as “Samuel Glasgow” was registered as '''Samuel Glasgow Elder''' at Ballymoney in 1908.<ref name="SamuelGlasgowElder1908">[https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:FBP3-95M Ireland civil registration birth index], Samuel Glasgow Elder, Ballymoney, July–September 1908, vol. 1, p. 111.</ref> The continuing residence, relationships and maternal surname make the Gortahar identification substantially stronger than a same-name match. This evidence does not identify the older Alexander or prove any relationship between the two men.

Private family details withheld.

The family should remain a Bann Valley–Kilrea–Rasharkin research cluster. It
should not be forced beneath Adam of Inishrush, John of Glenleslie or a
Kilwaughter founder without a relationship record.

==== Highest-priority surviving family register ====
PRONI's Ballymoney Reformed Presbyterian register, references
'''CR5/32/1/1/1–2''', covers 1804–1844 and includes Dervock and Kilraughts
society lists, baptisms, marriages, deaths and removals. It spans younger
Alexander's probable birth, Thomas's probable birth and Rosanna's reported
death.<ref name="PRONICR5Guide">[https://www.proni.gov.uk/files/proni/2026-01/PRONI%20Guide%20to%20Church%20Records.pdf Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, ''Guide to Church Records'']; [https://apps.proni.gov.uk/eCatNI_IE/SearchPage.aspx PRONI eCatalogue], references CR5/32/1/1/1–2.</ref>

A targeted surname-variant and family-group request was sent to PRONI on 19
August 2026. Until the register is inspected, it does not prove this older
Alexander's existence, spouse or children.

==== Additional sources consulted ====
The reconstruction also considered PRONI's [https://apps.proni.gov.uk/eCatNI_IE/BrowseSearchPage.aspx eCatalogue], the [https://www.nationalarchives.ie/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Family_History_Sources_NAI.pdf Tithe Applotment Books], [https://www.billmacafee.com/182030stithe/tithenorthantrim.pdf North Antrim tithe data], [https://www.irishgenealogyhub.com/derry/tithe-applotments/tamlaght-o-crilly-parish.php Tamlaght O'Crilly tithe transcription], the [https://www.billmacafee.com/1831census/1831derrycensusplace.pdf 1831 County Londonderry census place index], [https://www.billmacafee.com/census/1851censuskilconway.pdf 1851 Kilconway census transcription], [https://www.failteromhat.com/griffiths/antrim/rasharkin.htm Griffith's Valuation for Rasharkin], [https://www.failteromhat.com/slater/0192.pdf Slater's directory], [https://genealogy.torrens.org/BannValley/books/Kilrea/Kilrea07.html Kilrea local history], [https://genealogy.torrens.org/BannValley/church/RasharkinP/Baptisms_1834.html Rasharkin Presbyterian baptisms], [https://arborealis.ca/records/newspapers/kilrea-news/1770-1779/ Kilrea newspaper extracts], [https://irishmanuscripts.ie/womenshistorysources/index.php?whp_function=1&whp_identifier=7030 Presbyterian manuscript catalogue material] and [https://www.oneirishrover.com/tamlaght-graveyard/ Tamlaght graveyard material]. These sources establish the locality and surviving coverage but do not name Alexander's parents.

Civil-index searches were also made through [https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/en/ IrishGenealogy.ie], including the retained result pages [https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-2455742 cima-2455742], [https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-2645258 cima-2645258], [https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-3134069 cima-3134069] and [https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-3271390 cima-3271390]. None supplies the missing parent statement.

=== Identity cautions ===

Alexander should not be confused with:

* [[Glasgow-951|the younger Alexander Glasgow]], born about 1810 or 1811 and living at Lisnagaver in 1851;
* Alexander Glasgow of Glenleslie, labourer and son of John Glasgow, who married Mary Anne Martin in 1847; or
* the Alexander Glasgow who died at Gortahar on 16 May 1888, aged 84, whose daughter Nancy was present at his death.

The Glenleslie marriage identifies a separate man through his residence, occupation, father and marriage date. The Gortahar death belongs to a later namesake and supplies no evidence about this Alexander.

This Alexander should not be attached as a son or brother of [[Glasgow-1022|John Glasgow]] solely to connect the Glenleslie and Lisnagaver families. A local collateral connection is possible, but its degree is unknown.

The 1831 Kilrea entry for “Danl.” under the standardised surname Glasgow should not be treated as Daniel Glasgow's record until the original census image and difficult surname reading have been checked.

=== Recommended relationships ===

* [[Glasgow-3902|Adam Glasgow]] — former father hypothesis; not attached because no positive parent record identifies him;
* [[Unknown-760890|Rose]] — excluded as Alexander's mother by the severe chronological conflict;
* [[Unknown-761034|Rosanna, surname unknown]] — uncertain spouse;
* [[Glasgow-3896|Daniel Glasgow]] — uncertain working son;
* [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow]] — uncertain working son;
* [[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]] — uncertain working son.

Daniel and Thomas are independently proved to have been brothers. Their shared attachment to Alexander and Rosanna remains unproved.

=== Further research ===

Useful remaining records include:

* the original 1831 census image for Kilrea house 37, to verify the surname recorded for “Danl.” and determine whether any additional manuscript detail survives;
* collection D/2594, which includes a 1831 Portglenone Temperance Society subscriber list and about seventy-five First Portglenone Presbyterian marriage licences from 1845–1856; the subscriber list may identify members of the Glasgow or associated families, while the later licences may assist with collateral lines;<ref name="D2594">[https://irishmanuscripts.ie/womenshistorysources/index.php?whp_function=1&whp_identifier=7030 Irish Manuscripts Commission, ''Sources for Irish Women's History''], reference D/2594, papers relating to Rev. William Kennedy McKay, including a list of subscribers to Portglenone Temperance Society, 1831, and about seventy-five marriage licences at First Portglenone Presbyterian Meeting House, 1845–1856 (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>
* church, land and estate records capable of distinguishing the two Hugh Glasgow entries in 1740 and tracing the Hugh recorded in 1772;
* records identifying John and Samuel Glasgow of Lisnagavor family 34 and testing whether they connect with Inishrush, Kilrea, Daniel, Thomas or the younger Alexander;
* an independent copy or earlier version of the descendant family account;
* records identifying Alexander or Rosanna before 1822;
* a marriage, burial or estate record for Alexander and Rosanna;
* records naming the parents of Daniel or Thomas;
* complete land and estate records for Lisnagaver, Gortereagh and Inishrush;
* contemporary records identifying James Shaw's relatives; and
* DNA evidence connecting documented descendants of Daniel, Thomas, the younger Alexander and any independently documented Inishrush line.

=== Current Larne reconstruction ===

Older Alexander is a reconstructed person in the Thomas and Daniel Glasgow family tradition, rather than a man yet identified by a contemporary record. The tradition naming Alexander and Rosanna as parents of Thomas supports retaining the couple as a working pair, while Daniel's will naming Thomas as brother supports the sibling group. It does not prove Alexander's ancestry or establish that younger [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow]] was their son rather than a possible brother or cousin. [[Glasgow-3902|Adam Glasgow]] should not be shown as Alexander's father: Adam's estimated 1758 birth and Rose's reported age make parentage chronologically strained, though collateral kinship remains possible. The Larne reconstruction makes [[Glasgow-1509|James Glasgow]] a possible older-generation source and older Alexander a coherent possible brother of Adam; no record yet joins them. The Thomas-parent tradition supports this working family, while its connection to Larne remains unproved.<ref name="OlderAlexanderCurrent">The cited family account and Daniel's will support the working sibling group; neither identifies Alexander's parents.</ref>

=== Additional source context ===

These contextual and comparison sources supplement the individual record assessments above; they do not supply a missing parental statement.
<ref name="Retained1">[https://www.titheapplotmentbooks.nationalarchives.ie/search/tab/aboutmore.jsp National Archives of Ireland, information about the Tithe Applotment Books].</ref>

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Current profile6'''Alexander Glasgow''' is the proposed head of an early Bann Valley family.

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Current profile7His existence and family are reconstructed from later descendant testimony; no

Replacement profile7His existence and family are reconstructed from later descendant testimony; no

Current profile8contemporary record yet identifies him with certainty.

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Current profile10If [[Glasgow-3896|Daniel Glasgow]], born about 1795 or 1796, was his son,

Replacement profile10If [[Glasgow-3896|Daniel Glasgow]], born about 1795 or 1796, was his son,

Current profile11Alexander must have been born before about 1778. The former estimate of about

Replacement profile11Alexander must have been born before about 1778. The former estimate of about

Current profile121790 is incompatible with that relationship.

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Current profile14Alexander is associated with Rosanna, surname unknown. A 2007 descendant account

Replacement profile14Alexander is associated with Rosanna, surname unknown. A 2007 descendant account

Current profile15names Alexander and Rosanna as parents of [[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]] of

Replacement profile15names Alexander and Rosanna as parents of [[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]] of

Current profile16Lisnagaver and reports that Rosanna died about 23 October 1822.<ref name="DescendantAccount">[https://www.genesreunited.co.uk/boards/board/general_topics/thread/465937 “Trying to find Glasgow,” ''Genes Reunited''], descendant account posted 25 January 2007.</ref> No marriage, baptism or will has been found to verify the account. Rosanna's reported surname Shaw is unsupported and should remain a research lead only.

Replacement profile16Lisnagaver and reports that Rosanna died about 23 October 1822.<ref name="DescendantAccount">[https://www.genesreunited.co.uk/boards/board/general_topics/thread/465937 “Trying to find Glasgow,” ''Genes Reunited''], descendant account posted 25 January 2007.</ref> No marriage, baptism or will has been found to verify the account. Rosanna's reported surname Shaw is unsupported and should remain a research lead only.

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Current profile18== Tithe applotment book for the parish of Rasharkin ==

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Current profile29The original Rasharkin Tithe Applotment Book records two separate Glasgow holdings at Lisnagaver in 1834:

Replacement profile29The original Rasharkin Tithe Applotment Book records two separate Glasgow holdings at Lisnagaver in 1834:

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Current profile31* '''Alexr Glasgow''' — 29 acres, comprising 10 acres first quality, 10 acres second quality and 9 acres third quality.

Replacement profile31* '''Alexr Glasgow''' — 29 acres, comprising 10 acres first quality, 10 acres second quality and 9 acres third quality.

Current profile32* '''Robt Glasgow''' — 35 acres, comprising 11 acres first quality, 10 acres second quality and 14 acres third quality.

Replacement profile32* '''Robt Glasgow''' — 35 acres, comprising 11 acres first quality, 10 acres second quality and 14 acres third quality.

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Current profile34The red numbers 4 and 5 beside their names are consecutive entry numbers, not ages. The men appear on separate lines with separate acreages and assessments. The manuscript states no relationship between them.<ref name="RasharkinTithe1834">Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, ''Tithe

Replacement profile34The red numbers 4 and 5 beside their names are consecutive entry numbers, not ages. The men appear on separate lines with separate acreages and assessments. The manuscript states no relationship between them.<ref name="RasharkinTithe1834">Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, ''Tithe

Current profile35 applotment book for the parish of Rasharkin'', 1834, PRONI FIN/5/A/236, manuscript folio 17, PDF image 19 of 84, Lisnagaver entries for Alexr and

Replacement profile35 applotment book for the parish of Rasharkin'', 1834, PRONI FIN/5/A/236, manuscript folio 17, PDF image 19 of 84, Lisnagaver entries for Alexr and

Current profile36 Robt Glasgow; digital image accessed 5 August 2026 through the [https://apps.proni.gov.uk/eCatNI_IE/BrowseSearchPage.aspx PRONI Browse

Replacement profile36 Robt Glasgow; digital image accessed 5 August 2026 through the [https://apps.proni.gov.uk/eCatNI_IE/BrowseSearchPage.aspx PRONI Browse

Current profile37 eCatalogue].</ref>

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Current profile39The identity of Robt Glasgow has not been established. Possible candidates include [[Glasgow-1367|Robert Glasgow of Glenleslie]] and [[Glasgow-3941|Robert Glasgow of Coltrim]], but no inspected record connects either man with Lisnagaver. The entry should therefore remain unidentified.

Replacement profile39The identity of Robt Glasgow has not been established. Possible candidates include [[Glasgow-1367|Robert Glasgow of Glenleslie]] and [[Glasgow-3941|Robert Glasgow of Coltrim]], but no inspected record connects either man with Lisnagaver. The entry should therefore remain unidentified.

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Current profile41or [[Glasgow-3449|Robert Glasgow (1797-1868)]] who died in Ballymoney registration district in 1868 aged 71, implying birth about 1796–97.

Replacement profile41or [[Glasgow-3449|Robert Glasgow (1797-1868)]] who died in Ballymoney registration district in 1868 aged 71, implying birth about 1796–97.

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Current profile43If he was the tithe Robert, he was only about fourteen years older than Alexander born circa 1811. That makes him a very unlikely father and a much more plausible older brother, cousin, or son of the older Alexander.

Replacement profile43If he was the tithe Robert, he was only about fourteen years older than Alexander born circa 1811. That makes him a very unlikely father and a much more plausible older brother, cousin, or son of the older Alexander.

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Current profile45=== A persistent Marks connection ties Alexander and Thomas together ===

Replacement profile45=== A persistent Marks connection ties Alexander and Thomas together ===

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Current profile47The original marriage witnesses reveal a useful network:

Replacement profile47The original marriage witnesses reveal a useful network:

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Current profile49* John Marks witnessed the 1866 marriage of [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow (1811-aft.1861)]]’s son [[Glasgow-938|Robert]].<ref name="MarksRobert1866">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-3134069 IrishGenealogy.ie], civil marriage registration of Robert Glasgow and Jane Graham, 5 April 1866; John Marks witnessed.</ref>

Replacement profile49* John Marks witnessed the 1866 marriage of [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow (1811-aft.1861)]]’s son [[Glasgow-938|Robert]].<ref name="MarksRobert1866">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-3134069 IrishGenealogy.ie], civil marriage registration of Robert Glasgow and Jane Graham, 5 April 1866; John Marks witnessed.</ref>

Current profile50* Jane Marks witnessed the 1879 marriage of [[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]]’s daughter Anne/Nancy.<ref name="MarksAnne1879">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-2645258 IrishGenealogy.ie], civil marriage registration for Thomas Glasgow’s daughter Anne/Nancy, 1879; Jane Marks witnessed.</ref>

Replacement profile50* Jane Marks witnessed the 1879 marriage of [[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]]’s daughter Anne/Nancy.<ref name="MarksAnne1879">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-2645258 IrishGenealogy.ie], civil marriage registration for Thomas Glasgow’s daughter Anne/Nancy, 1879; Jane Marks witnessed.</ref>

Current profile51* Lizzie J. Marks witnessed the 1888 marriage of Thomas’s son Daniel Neely.<ref name="MarksDaniel1888">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-2455742 IrishGenealogy.ie], civil marriage registration of Daniel Neely Glasgow and Mary Jane Boyd, 28 June 1888; Lizzie J. Marks witnessed.</ref>

Replacement profile51* Lizzie J. Marks witnessed the 1888 marriage of Thomas’s son Daniel Neely.<ref name="MarksDaniel1888">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-2455742 IrishGenealogy.ie], civil marriage registration of Daniel Neely Glasgow and Mary Jane Boyd, 28 June 1888; Lizzie J. Marks witnessed.</ref>

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Current profile53Meanwhile, Gardiner Marks appears directly after Alexander and Robert in the 1834 Lisnagaver tithe order. A younger Gardiner Marks married in 1857 and named his father as Gardiner Marks, farmer.<ref name="MarksGardiner1857">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-3271390 IrishGenealogy.ie], civil marriage registration of Gardiner Marks, 1857, naming his father as Gardiner Marks, farmer.</ref>

Replacement profile53Meanwhile, Gardiner Marks appears directly after Alexander and Robert in the 1834 Lisnagaver tithe order. A younger Gardiner Marks married in 1857 and named his father as Gardiner Marks, farmer.<ref name="MarksGardiner1857">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-3271390 IrishGenealogy.ie], civil marriage registration of Gardiner Marks, 1857, naming his father as Gardiner Marks, farmer.</ref>

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Current profile55That is good independent evidence that Alexander’s and Thomas’s descendants belonged to one enduring Lisnagaver–Kilrea social network. It strengthens their probable brotherhood, although it still does not prove it.

Replacement profile55That is good independent evidence that Alexander’s and Thomas’s descendants belonged to one enduring Lisnagaver–Kilrea social network. It strengthens their probable brotherhood, although it still does not prove it.

Current profile56=== Possible later division of Alexander's holding ===

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Current profile58The National Archives of Ireland states that acreage in the Tithe Applotment Books was recorded in Irish or Plantation measure, approximately 1.62 statute acres for each Plantation acre.<ref name="TitheMeasure">National Archives of Ireland,

Replacement profile58The National Archives of Ireland states that acreage in the Tithe Applotment Books was recorded in Irish or Plantation measure, approximately 1.62 statute acres for each Plantation acre.<ref name="TitheMeasure">National Archives of Ireland,

Current profile59 [https://www.nationalarchives.ie/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Family_History_Sources_NAI.pdf “The Tithe Applotment Books, 1823–37”], explanation of acreage and measurement, accessed 5 August 2026.</ref> On that general conversion, Alexander's 29-acre tithe holding would represent approximately 46.98 statute acres.

Replacement profile59 [https://www.nationalarchives.ie/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Family_History_Sources_NAI.pdf “The Tithe Applotment Books, 1823–37”], explanation of acreage and measurement, accessed 5 August 2026.</ref> On that general conversion, Alexander's 29-acre tithe holding would represent approximately 46.98 statute acres.

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Current profile61The later valuation records [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow]] occupying lot 25, containing 8 acres, 2 roods and 10 perches, and [[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]] occupying lot 26, containing 32 acres, 3 roods and 15 perches.<ref name="LisnagaverValuation">Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, Valuation Revision Book for Killoquin Lower electoral division, Rasharkin parish, PRONI VAL/12/B/4/16A, folios 52–53, Lisnagaver lots 24–26; see also [https://www.failteromhat.com/griffiths/antrim/rasharkin.htm Griffith's Valuation transcript for Rasharkin],

Replacement profile61The later valuation records [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow]] occupying lot 25, containing 8 acres, 2 roods and 10 perches, and [[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]] occupying lot 26, containing 32 acres, 3 roods and 15 perches.<ref name="LisnagaverValuation">Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, Valuation Revision Book for Killoquin Lower electoral division, Rasharkin parish, PRONI VAL/12/B/4/16A, folios 52–53, Lisnagaver lots 24–26; see also [https://www.failteromhat.com/griffiths/antrim/rasharkin.htm Griffith's Valuation transcript for Rasharkin],

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Current profile64Their combined holdings amounted to 41 acres, 1 rood and 25 perches, leaving a theoretical balance of approximately 5 acres, 2 roods and 12 perches:

Replacement profile64Their combined holdings amounted to 41 acres, 1 rood and 25 perches, leaving a theoretical balance of approximately 5 acres, 2 roods and 12 perches:

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Current profile66Alexander's 1834 holding:

Replacement profile66Alexander's 1834 holding:

Current profile6729 Plantation acres ≈ 46.98 statute acres

Replacement profile6729 Plantation acres ≈ 46.98 statute acres

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Current profile69* Possible later division:

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Current profile70** Alexander, lot 25 8a 2r 10p

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Current profile71** Thomas, lot 26 32a 3r 15p

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Current profile72** theoretical balance 5a 2r 12p

Replacement profile72** theoretical balance 5a 2r 12p

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Current profile74This calculation makes it possible that the older Alexander's holding was later divided between the younger Alexander, Thomas and another occupier. It does not prove that the later lots were formed from the same land. The tithe and valuation surveys were compiled for different purposes, and no inspected lease, succession entry or map connects the 1834 holding directly with lots 25 and 26. The unit of measurement used in this particular Rasharkin volume should also be confirmed from its introductory or certification pages before the conversion is treated as exact.

Replacement profile74This calculation makes it possible that the older Alexander's holding was later divided between the younger Alexander, Thomas and another occupier. It does not prove that the later lots were formed from the same land. The tithe and valuation surveys were compiled for different purposes, and no inspected lease, succession entry or map connects the 1834 holding directly with lots 25 and 26. The unit of measurement used in this particular Rasharkin volume should also be confirmed from its introductory or certification pages before the conversion is treated as exact.

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Current profile76Robert's separate 35-acre tithe holding—approximately 56.7 statute acres under the same general conversion—also remains to be accounted for.

Replacement profile76Robert's separate 35-acre tithe holding—approximately 56.7 statute acres under the same general conversion—also remains to be accounted for.

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Current profile78=== Rosanna ===

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Current profile80Rosanna's maiden surname has not been identified.

Replacement profile80Rosanna's maiden surname has not been identified.

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Current profile82Slater's 1846 directory lists two watch and clock makers at Kilrea:

Replacement profile82Slater's 1846 directory lists two watch and clock makers at Kilrea:

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Current profile84* '''Daniel Glasco'''; and

Replacement profile84* '''Daniel Glasco'''; and

Current profile85* '''James Shaw'''.<ref name="Slater1846">[https://www.failteromhat.com/slater/0192.pdf Isaac Slater, ''Slater's National Commercial Directory of Ireland''] (1846), Kilrea, p. 473, under “Watch & Clock Makers”, listing Daniel Glasco and James Shaw (accessed 16 July 2026).</ref>

Replacement profile85* '''James Shaw'''.<ref name="Slater1846">[https://www.failteromhat.com/slater/0192.pdf Isaac Slater, ''Slater's National Commercial Directory of Ireland''] (1846), Kilrea, p. 473, under “Watch & Clock Makers”, listing Daniel Glasco and James Shaw (accessed 16 July 2026).</ref>

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Current profile87One possible interpretation of the descendant tradition is that Daniel Glasgow represented one side of the family and James Shaw the other. This led to the theory that Rosanna's maiden surname was Shaw.

Replacement profile87One possible interpretation of the descendant tradition is that Daniel Glasgow represented one side of the family and James Shaw the other. This led to the theory that Rosanna's maiden surname was Shaw.

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Current profile89No marriage, baptism, will or other contemporary record identifies Rosanna as a Shaw or as a sister of James Shaw. The occupational coincidence does not establish a sibling relationship. Her LNAB should therefore remain '''Unknown''', while Shaw may be retained only as a research lead.

Replacement profile89No marriage, baptism, will or other contemporary record identifies Rosanna as a Shaw or as a sister of James Shaw. The occupational coincidence does not establish a sibling relationship. Her LNAB should therefore remain '''Unknown''', while Shaw may be retained only as a research lead.

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Current profile91If Rosanna remains attached as the uncertain mother of Daniel, she must have been born before about 1780. Her previously proposed birth about 1790 is chronologically impossible for a child born about 1795 or 1796.

Replacement profile91If Rosanna remains attached as the uncertain mother of Daniel, she must have been born before about 1780. Her previously proposed birth about 1790 is chronologically impossible for a child born about 1795 or 1796.

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Current profile93The reported death date of about 23 October 1822 has not been independently confirmed.

Replacement profile93The reported death date of about 23 October 1822 has not been independently confirmed.

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Current profile95=== Working children ===

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Current profile97Alexander and Rosanna are shown as the uncertain parents of:

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Current profile99* '''[[Glasgow-3896|Daniel Glasgow]]''', born about 1795 or 1796, a watchmaker and farmer of Kilrea; and

Replacement profile99* '''[[Glasgow-3896|Daniel Glasgow]]''', born about 1795 or 1796, a watchmaker and farmer of Kilrea; and

Current profile100* '''[[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]]''', born about 1815 or 1816, a farmer of Lisnagaver.

Replacement profile100* '''[[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]]''', born about 1815 or 1816, a farmer of Lisnagaver.

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Current profile102[[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow of Lisnagaver]], born about 1811, belongs to the same close local network but is no longer attached as their son. [[Glasgow-1367|Robert Glasgow]] is retained on his profile as the leading uncertain, place-based father candidate.

Replacement profile102[[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow of Lisnagaver]], born about 1811, belongs to the same close local network but is no longer attached as their son. [[Glasgow-1367|Robert Glasgow]] is retained on his profile as the leading uncertain, place-based father candidate.

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Current profile104The descendant account explicitly identifies Thomas as a son of Alexander and Rosanna.<ref name="FamilyTradition">[https://www.genesreunited.co.uk/boards/board/general_topics/thread/465937 "Trying to find Glasgow"], ''Genes Reunited'', post by Peter dated 25 January 2007, with later replies, naming Alexander and Rosanna as the parents of Thomas Glasgow of Lisnagaver, reporting Rosanna's death about 23 October 1822, and mentioning two possible clockmaker uncles at Kilrea (accessed 16 July 2026). This is descendant testimony rather than a contemporary parent record.</ref>

Replacement profile104The descendant account explicitly identifies Thomas as a son of Alexander and Rosanna.<ref name="FamilyTradition">[https://www.genesreunited.co.uk/boards/board/general_topics/thread/465937 "Trying to find Glasgow"], ''Genes Reunited'', post by Peter dated 25 January 2007, with later replies, naming Alexander and Rosanna as the parents of Thomas Glasgow of Lisnagaver, reporting Rosanna's death about 23 October 1822, and mentioning two possible clockmaker uncles at Kilrea (accessed 16 July 2026). This is descendant testimony rather than a contemporary parent record.</ref>

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Current profile106Daniel's original 1871 will identifies Thomas as '''“my late brother”''' and Daniel Neely Glasgow as his nephew.<ref name="DanielWill1871">Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, [https://apps.proni.gov.uk/willscalendar_ie/willssearch.aspx Will Calendars], original registered will of Daniel Glasgow of Kilrea, proved 1871 (accessed 17 July 2026).</ref>

Replacement profile106Daniel's original 1871 will identifies Thomas as '''“my late brother”''' and Daniel Neely Glasgow as his nephew.<ref name="DanielWill1871">Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, [https://apps.proni.gov.uk/willscalendar_ie/willssearch.aspx Will Calendars], original registered will of Daniel Glasgow of Kilrea, proved 1871 (accessed 17 July 2026).</ref>

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Current profile108Daniel Neely Glasgow's 1888 marriage record names his father as Thomas Glasgow, farmer, and connects that family with Lisnagaver.<ref name="DanielNeelyMarriage1888">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/en/ IrishGenealogy.ie], civil marriage registration of Daniel Neely Glasgow and Mary Jane Boyd, 28 June 1888, Boveedy First Presbyterian Church; groom described as a farmer of Lisnagaver and his father recorded as Thomas Glasgow, farmer (accessed 17 July 2026).</ref>

Replacement profile108Daniel Neely Glasgow's 1888 marriage record names his father as Thomas Glasgow, farmer, and connects that family with Lisnagaver.<ref name="DanielNeelyMarriage1888">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/en/ IrishGenealogy.ie], civil marriage registration of Daniel Neely Glasgow and Mary Jane Boyd, 28 June 1888, Boveedy First Presbyterian Church; groom described as a farmer of Lisnagaver and his father recorded as Thomas Glasgow, farmer (accessed 17 July 2026).</ref>

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Current profile110Together, these records prove that Daniel of Kilrea and Thomas of Lisnagaver were brothers. They do not identify their parents.

Replacement profile110Together, these records prove that Daniel of Kilrea and Thomas of Lisnagaver were brothers. They do not identify their parents.

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Current profile112Their shared attachment to Alexander and Rosanna remains an uncertain reconstruction based principally on the descendant account. The evidence does not exclude:

Replacement profile112Their shared attachment to Alexander and Rosanna remains an uncertain reconstruction based principally on the descendant account. The evidence does not exclude:

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Current profile114* a half-brother relationship;

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Current profile115* an error in the descendant tradition;

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Current profile116* different parents for one or more of the men; or

Replacement profile116* different parents for one or more of the men; or

Current profile117* another Alexander and Rosanna belonging to the same local family cluster.

Replacement profile117* another Alexander and Rosanna belonging to the same local family cluster.

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Current profile119The younger Alexander remains a possible close collateral relative of Daniel and Thomas because of his age, location and association with the Lisnagaver family. No inspected record calls him their brother or names this older Alexander as his father.

Replacement profile119The younger Alexander remains a possible close collateral relative of Daniel and Thomas because of his age, location and association with the Lisnagaver family. No inspected record calls him their brother or names this older Alexander as his father.

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Current profile121The 1851 census records the younger Alexander and Thomas as similarly aged farmers in Lisnagavor families 35 and 37.<ref name="Census1851Macafee">[https://www.billmacafee.com/census/1851censuskilconway.pdf W. Scott and William Macafee, ''1851 Census for some Parishes and Townlands in the Barony of Kilconway, Co. Antrim''], Rasharkin parish, Lisnagavor, families 34, 35 and 37, recording the households of John, Alexander and Thomas Glasgow (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

Replacement profile121The 1851 census records the younger Alexander and Thomas as similarly aged farmers in Lisnagavor families 35 and 37.<ref name="Census1851Macafee">[https://www.billmacafee.com/census/1851censuskilconway.pdf W. Scott and William Macafee, ''1851 Census for some Parishes and Townlands in the Barony of Kilconway, Co. Antrim''], Rasharkin parish, Lisnagavor, families 34, 35 and 37, recording the households of John, Alexander and Thomas Glasgow (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

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Current profile123Their proximity supports a close relationship but does not by itself prove that they were brothers or identify their parents.

Replacement profile123Their proximity supports a close relationship but does not by itself prove that they were brothers or identify their parents.

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Current profile125=== Clockmaker tradition ===

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Current profile127The descendant account's reference to two clockmaker uncles appears to preserve a genuine association with Kilrea.

Replacement profile127The descendant account's reference to two clockmaker uncles appears to preserve a genuine association with Kilrea.

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Current profile129[[Glasgow-3896|Daniel Glasgow]] is independently documented as a Kilrea watch and clock maker and is proved to have been Thomas's brother.<ref name="Slater1846" /><ref name="DanielWill1871" />

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Current profile131An 1831 County Londonderry census transcription records '''“Danl.”''' in Kilrea town, house 37, under the standardised surname Glasgow. The surname as read from the census return is shown as '''“Glosger [?]”'''. The house was shared by two families and contained eight males and two females; nine occupants were Presbyterian and one belonged to the Established Church.<ref name="Census1831Derry">[https://www.billmacafee.com/1831census/1831derrycensusplace.pdf William Macafee, ''Names of Householders listed in the 1831 Census Returns for the County of Londonderry''] (transcription from PRONI MIC/5A/5–9B), Kilrea town, house 37, recording “Danl.” under the standardised surname Glasgow, with the surname in the return read as “Glosger [?]”; and Tamlaght O'Crilly parish, Inishrush, houses 2 and 91, recording John and Adam “Glasco” (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

Replacement profile131An 1831 County Londonderry census transcription records '''“Danl.”''' in Kilrea town, house 37, under the standardised surname Glasgow. The surname as read from the census return is shown as '''“Glosger [?]”'''. The house was shared by two families and contained eight males and two females; nine occupants were Presbyterian and one belonged to the Established Church.<ref name="Census1831Derry">[https://www.billmacafee.com/1831census/1831derrycensusplace.pdf William Macafee, ''Names of Householders listed in the 1831 Census Returns for the County of Londonderry''] (transcription from PRONI MIC/5A/5–9B), Kilrea town, house 37, recording “Danl.” under the standardised surname Glasgow, with the surname in the return read as “Glosger [?]”; and Tamlaght O'Crilly parish, Inishrush, houses 2 and 91, recording John and Adam “Glasco” (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

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Current profile133The census gives no age, occupation or family relationships. This is therefore a plausible candidate for the later clockmaker, not a proved identification. If confirmed from the manuscript, it would place Daniel at Kilrea by 1831 rather than only by the 1846 directory.

Replacement profile133The census gives no age, occupation or family relationships. This is therefore a plausible candidate for the later clockmaker, not a proved identification. If confirmed from the manuscript, it would place Daniel at Kilrea by 1831 rather than only by the 1846 directory.

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Current profile135Daniel was Thomas's brother, not his uncle. The family tradition may have:

Replacement profile135Daniel was Thomas's brother, not his uncle. The family tradition may have:

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Current profile137* shifted the relationship by one generation;

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Current profile139* combined members of the Glasgow and Shaw families; or

Replacement profile139* combined members of the Glasgow and Shaw families; or

Current profile140* preserved only a general memory of clockmaking relatives at Kilrea.

Replacement profile140* preserved only a general memory of clockmaking relatives at Kilrea.

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Current profile142The tradition supports further investigation but should not be converted into a specific relationship with James Shaw.

Replacement profile142The tradition supports further investigation but should not be converted into a specific relationship with James Shaw.

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Current profile144=== Possible parents ===

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Current profile146[[Glasgow-3902|Adam Glasgow]] and [[Unknown-760890|Rose]] of Inishrush, County Londonderry, were previously proposed as Alexander's parents. No inspected record names either parent or connects Alexander directly with Inishrush.

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Current profile148No contemporary record inspected names Adam or Rose as Alexander's parents. No record connects Alexander directly with Inishrush.

Replacement profile148No contemporary record inspected names Adam or Rose as Alexander's parents. No record connects Alexander directly with Inishrush.

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Current profile150Adam and Rose had a large and incompletely documented family. Their gravestone names their children James and Eliza, while a newspaper notice describes Nancy Glasgow as Adam's sixth daughter.<ref name="AdamGrave">[https://www.oneirishrover.com/tamlaght-graveyard/ "Tamlaght O'Crilly Lower Graveyard"], transcription of the Glasgow gravestone recording Rose, wife of Adam Glasgow; Adam Glasgow; their daughter Eliza; their son James; and grandson William. The same page transcribes the 1842 marriage notice of Nancy, sixth daughter of Adam Glasgow of Inishrush (accessed 16 July 2026).</ref>

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Current profile152The proposed connection was based on regional proximity, overlapping generations and gaps in Adam's documented family. The additional records set out below strengthen the existence of a local Glasgow cluster, but they still do not establish Alexander's parentage.

Replacement profile152The proposed connection was based on regional proximity, overlapping generations and gaps in Adam's documented family. The additional records set out below strengthen the existence of a local Glasgow cluster, but they still do not establish Alexander's parentage.

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Current profile154Rose was reportedly born about 1767. If Alexander was born by about 1778, she would have been only about eleven years old. This creates a severe chronological conflict with her proposed maternity.

Replacement profile154Rose was reportedly born about 1767. If Alexander was born by about 1778, she would have been only about eleven years old. This creates a severe chronological conflict with her proposed maternity.

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Current profile156Possible explanations include:

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Current profile158* one or both estimated birth years are materially wrong;

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Current profile159* Adam was Alexander's father by an earlier partner;

Replacement profile159* Adam was Alexander's father by an earlier partner;

Current profile160* Alexander was Adam's brother, cousin or another collateral relative; or

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Current profile161* there was no close connection between the Inishrush and Lisnagaver families.

Replacement profile161* there was no close connection between the Inishrush and Lisnagaver families.

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Current profile163Adam and Rose are not retained as Alexander's parents. Rose's age chronologically excludes her as the mother of a man old enough to father Daniel about 1795 or 1796, while no record establishes Adam as Alexander's father by another partner.

Replacement profile163Adam and Rose are not retained as Alexander's parents. Rose's age chronologically excludes her as the mother of a man old enough to father Daniel about 1795 or 1796, while no record establishes Adam as Alexander's father by another partner.

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Current profile165No evidence supports placing this family beneath an earlier Scottish, Kilwaughter, Derry Main or Moneymore line.

Replacement profile165No evidence supports placing this family beneath an earlier Scottish, Kilwaughter, Derry Main or Moneymore line.

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Current profile167=== Tamlaght O'Crilly and Inishrush cluster ===

Replacement profile167=== Tamlaght O'Crilly and Inishrush cluster ===

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Current profile169A transcription of the 1740 Protestant householder list for Tamlaght O'Crilly parish contains two entries under the name '''Hugh Glasgow'''.<ref name="Householders1740">[https://genealogy.torrens.org/BannValley/books/Kilrea/Kilrea07.html John W. Kernohan, ''The Parishes of Kilrea and Tamlaght O'Crilly''], Appendix E, “Protestant householders in Tamlaght O'Crilly Parish in 1740,” containing two entries for Hugh Glasgow (online transcription by Richard John Torrens; accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

Replacement profile169A transcription of the 1740 Protestant householder list for Tamlaght O'Crilly parish contains two entries under the name '''Hugh Glasgow'''.<ref name="Householders1740">[https://genealogy.torrens.org/BannValley/books/Kilrea/Kilrea07.html John W. Kernohan, ''The Parishes of Kilrea and Tamlaght O'Crilly''], Appendix E, “Protestant householders in Tamlaght O'Crilly Parish in 1740,” containing two entries for Hugh Glasgow (online transcription by Richard John Torrens; accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

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Current profile171A Belfast News-Letter notice printed on 14 April 1772 lists '''Hugh Glasgow''' among inhabitants of Tamlaght O'Crilly parish who declared that they had surrendered their arms to Henry Ellis of Innisrush. The declaration was dated at Innisrush on 6 April 1772.<ref name="Hugh1772">[https://arborealis.ca/records/newspapers/kilrea-news/1770-1779/ “1770–1779: News transcripts for Kilrea & environs”], ''Arborealis'', transcript of the ''Belfast News-Letter'', 14 April 1772, declaration dated Innisrush, 6 April 1772, listing Hugh Glasgow among inhabitants of Tamlaght O'Crilly parish (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

Replacement profile171A Belfast News-Letter notice printed on 14 April 1772 lists '''Hugh Glasgow''' among inhabitants of Tamlaght O'Crilly parish who declared that they had surrendered their arms to Henry Ellis of Innisrush. The declaration was dated at Innisrush on 6 April 1772.<ref name="Hugh1772">[https://arborealis.ca/records/newspapers/kilrea-news/1770-1779/ “1770–1779: News transcripts for Kilrea & environs”], ''Arborealis'', transcript of the ''Belfast News-Letter'', 14 April 1772, declaration dated Innisrush, 6 April 1772, listing Hugh Glasgow among inhabitants of Tamlaght O'Crilly parish (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

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Current profile173It is not known whether the 1772 Hugh was one of the men listed in 1740, a son or other relative, or an unrelated namesake. The records provide no family relationships.

Replacement profile173It is not known whether the 1772 Hugh was one of the men listed in 1740, a son or other relative, or an unrelated namesake. The records provide no family relationships.

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Current profile175The 1831 census transcription records two separate Glasgow households at Inishrush:

Replacement profile175The 1831 census transcription records two separate Glasgow households at Inishrush:

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Current profile177* '''John “Glasco”''', house 2: one family, four males and four females, all Presbyterian; and

Replacement profile177* '''John “Glasco”''', house 2: one family, four males and four females, all Presbyterian; and

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Current profile180The return supplies no ages, occupations or relationships within either household. Alexander could theoretically have been an unnamed male in one of them, but there is no evidence that he was. John and Adam were probably part of the same local surname cluster, though their precise relationship is unknown.

Replacement profile180The return supplies no ages, occupations or relationships within either household. Alexander could theoretically have been an unnamed male in one of them, but there is no evidence that he was. John and Adam were probably part of the same local surname cluster, though their precise relationship is unknown.

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Current profile182The 1833 Tithe Applotment transcription records '''Adam Glasgow''' at Innisrush.<ref name="TitheInishrush1833">[https://www.irishgenealogyhub.com/derry/tithe-applotments/tamlaght-o-crilly-parish.php “Tithe Applotment Books 1823–1838: Tamlaght O Crilly Parish, county Derry”], transcription entry for Adam Glasgow, Innisrush, 1833 (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

Replacement profile182The 1833 Tithe Applotment transcription records '''Adam Glasgow''' at Innisrush.<ref name="TitheInishrush1833">[https://www.irishgenealogyhub.com/derry/tithe-applotments/tamlaght-o-crilly-parish.php “Tithe Applotment Books 1823–1838: Tamlaght O Crilly Parish, county Derry”], transcription entry for Adam Glasgow, Innisrush, 1833 (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

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Current profile184Taken together, the 1740, 1772, 1831 and 1833 records show that the Glasgow surname was established in Tamlaght O'Crilly parish across several generations. They make a connection between the Inishrush and Lisnagaver families more plausible, but they do not provide a pedigree.

Replacement profile184Taken together, the 1740, 1772, 1831 and 1833 records show that the Glasgow surname was established in Tamlaght O'Crilly parish across several generations. They make a connection between the Inishrush and Lisnagaver families more plausible, but they do not provide a pedigree.

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Current profile186Hugh Glasgow, documented in the parish in 1772, is now the most useful preceding-generation research lead because his known presence falls close to Alexander's estimated birth period. He should not be attached as Alexander's father without further evidence.

Replacement profile186Hugh Glasgow, documented in the parish in 1772, is now the most useful preceding-generation research lead because his known presence falls close to Alexander's estimated birth period. He should not be attached as Alexander's father without further evidence.

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Current profile188=== Lisnagaver ===

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Current profile190The 1834 Tithe Applotment transcription records '''Alexander Glasgow''' and '''Robert Glasgow''' consecutively at Lisnagaver.<ref name="Tithe1834">[https://www.billmacafee.com/182030stithe/tithenorthantrim.pdf William Macafee, ''Data from the Tithe Applotment Books covering North Antrim''], records 7501–7502, Alexander and Robert Glasgow at Lisnagaver, Rasharkin parish, 1834 (accessed 16 July 2026).</ref>

Replacement profile190The 1834 Tithe Applotment transcription records '''Alexander Glasgow''' and '''Robert Glasgow''' consecutively at Lisnagaver.<ref name="Tithe1834">[https://www.billmacafee.com/182030stithe/tithenorthantrim.pdf William Macafee, ''Data from the Tithe Applotment Books covering North Antrim''], records 7501–7502, Alexander and Robert Glasgow at Lisnagaver, Rasharkin parish, 1834 (accessed 16 July 2026).</ref>

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Current profile192The Alexander in this record may have been:

Replacement profile192The Alexander in this record may have been:

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Current profile194* this older Alexander;

Replacement profile194* this older Alexander;

Current profile195* [[Glasgow-951|the younger Alexander]], then about twenty-three; or

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Current profile196* another man of the same name.

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Current profile198The entry supplies no age, spouse, parent or other identifying information. It should not be treated as proof that this older Alexander was alive in 1834.

Replacement profile198The entry supplies no age, spouse, parent or other identifying information. It should not be treated as proof that this older Alexander was alive in 1834.

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Current profile200Rasharkin Presbyterian baptism records confirm the later households of the younger Alexander and Thomas. Alexander and Molly McAughern had children recorded at Gortereagh in 1837–1838 and at Lisnagaver in 1844. Thomas and Mary Ann McCracken had children recorded at Moneyleck in 1842 and at Lisnagaver from 1843.<ref name="RasharkinBaptisms">[https://genealogy.torrens.org/BannValley/church/RasharkinP/Baptisms_1834.html "Rasharkin Presbyterian Church Baptisms"], entries for the households of Alexander Glasgow and Molly McAughern and Thomas Glasgow and Mary Ann McCracken (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

Replacement profile200Rasharkin Presbyterian baptism records confirm the later households of the younger Alexander and Thomas. Alexander and Molly McAughern had children recorded at Gortereagh in 1837–1838 and at Lisnagaver in 1844. Thomas and Mary Ann McCracken had children recorded at Moneyleck in 1842 and at Lisnagaver from 1843.<ref name="RasharkinBaptisms">[https://genealogy.torrens.org/BannValley/church/RasharkinP/Baptisms_1834.html "Rasharkin Presbyterian Church Baptisms"], entries for the households of Alexander Glasgow and Molly McAughern and Thomas Glasgow and Mary Ann McCracken (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

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Current profile202These records establish the younger households but do not identify their father.

Replacement profile202These records establish the younger households but do not identify their father.

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Current profile204The 1851 census contains a further possible collateral clue. Family 34 at Lisnagavor, immediately before the younger Alexander's family 35, comprised:

Replacement profile204The 1851 census contains a further possible collateral clue. Family 34 at Lisnagavor, immediately before the younger Alexander's family 35, comprised:

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Current profile206* '''John Glasgow''', aged 50, farmer, born County Antrim;

Replacement profile206* '''John Glasgow''', aged 50, farmer, born County Antrim;

Current profile207* Margaret Glasgow, wife, aged 30, born County Londonderry;

Replacement profile207* Margaret Glasgow, wife, aged 30, born County Londonderry;

Current profile208* Ann Glasgow, daughter, aged 3, born County Londonderry; and

Replacement profile208* Ann Glasgow, daughter, aged 3, born County Londonderry; and

Current profile209* '''Samuel Glasgow''', John's brother, aged 60, linen weaver, born County Londonderry.<ref name="Census1851Macafee" />

Replacement profile209* '''Samuel Glasgow''', John's brother, aged 60, linen weaver, born County Londonderry.<ref name="Census1851Macafee" />

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Current profile211Samuel was born about 1790 or 1791, placing him in roughly the same generation as Daniel Glasgow of Kilrea. His presence gives a concrete County Londonderry connection within the Glasgow household immediately beside the younger Alexander.

Replacement profile211Samuel was born about 1790 or 1791, placing him in roughly the same generation as Daniel Glasgow of Kilrea. His presence gives a concrete County Londonderry connection within the Glasgow household immediately beside the younger Alexander.

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Current profile213The census explicitly proves only that Samuel and John were brothers. It does not prove that either man was related to the younger Alexander, Thomas or Daniel. Household proximity is evidence for investigation, not a stated relationship.

Replacement profile213The census explicitly proves only that Samuel and John were brothers. It does not prove that either man was related to the younger Alexander, Thomas or Daniel. Household proximity is evidence for investigation, not a stated relationship.

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Current profile215=== Death ===

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Current profile217Alexander's date and place of death have not been identified.

Replacement profile217Alexander's date and place of death have not been identified.

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Current profile219He was alive before the births of his proposed children, but no secure burial, gravestone, probate or land record has been found that establishes a later date.

Replacement profile219He was alive before the births of his proposed children, but no secure burial, gravestone, probate or land record has been found that establishes a later date.

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Current profile221No Alexander Glasgow probate-calendar entry has been identified in the surviving PRONI calendars. This does not prove that Alexander left no will, since he may have died before the calendars begin or his estate may not have required probate.

Replacement profile221No Alexander Glasgow probate-calendar entry has been identified in the surviving PRONI calendars. This does not prove that Alexander left no will, since he may have died before the calendars begin or his estate may not have required probate.

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Current profile223== Research Notes ==

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Current profile224=== Current evidence assessment ===

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Current profile226==== Working children ====

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Current profile228! Person !! Present evidence

Replacement profile228! Person !! Present evidence

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Current profile230| [[Glasgow-3896|Daniel Glasgow]], born about 1795/96 || '''Uncertain son.''' Daniel's 1871 will directly proves that Thomas was his brother. Neither the will nor Daniel's death record names their parents.<ref name="DanielWill">[https://apps.proni.gov.uk/willscalendar_ie/willssearch.aspx Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, Will Calendars], will of Daniel Glasgow of Kilrea, proved 1871.</ref>

Replacement profile230| [[Glasgow-3896|Daniel Glasgow]], born about 1795/96 || '''Uncertain son.''' Daniel's 1871 will directly proves that Thomas was his brother. Neither the will nor Daniel's death record names their parents.<ref name="DanielWill">[https://apps.proni.gov.uk/willscalendar_ie/willssearch.aspx Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, Will Calendars], will of Daniel Glasgow of Kilrea, proved 1871.</ref>

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Current profile232| [[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]], born about 1815 || '''Uncertain son.''' The descendant account names Alexander and Rosanna as his parents. Daniel's will and Daniel Neely Glasgow's marriage independently prove Thomas's identity and brotherhood with Daniel, but do not name a parent.<ref name="DanielNeelyMarriage">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/marriage_returns/marriages_1888/10763/5925382.pdf General Register Office of Ireland, civil marriage register], Daniel Neely Glasgow and Mary Jane Boyd, 28 June 1888.</ref>

Replacement profile232| [[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]], born about 1815 || '''Uncertain son.''' The descendant account names Alexander and Rosanna as his parents. Daniel's will and Daniel Neely Glasgow's marriage independently prove Thomas's identity and brotherhood with Daniel, but do not name a parent.<ref name="DanielNeelyMarriage">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/marriage_returns/marriages_1888/10763/5925382.pdf General Register Office of Ireland, civil marriage register], Daniel Neely Glasgow and Mary Jane Boyd, 28 June 1888.</ref>

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Current profile234| [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow]], born about 1811 || '''Close collateral candidate; not attached as a son.''' His age, Lisnagaver household and land sequence place him in the same network, but no contemporary record calls him Daniel and Thomas's brother or names this older Alexander as his father. [[Glasgow-1367|Robert Glasgow]] is his current uncertain father candidate.

Replacement profile234| [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow]], born about 1811 || '''Close collateral candidate; not attached as a son.''' His age, Lisnagaver household and land sequence place him in the same network, but no contemporary record calls him Daniel and Thomas's brother or names this older Alexander as his father. [[Glasgow-1367|Robert Glasgow]] is his current uncertain father candidate.

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Current profile237Daniel and Thomas are therefore proved brothers. Their common attachment to

Replacement profile237Daniel and Thomas are therefore proved brothers. Their common attachment to

Current profile238Alexander and Rosanna remains an uncertain reconstruction. A half-sibling

Replacement profile238Alexander and Rosanna remains an uncertain reconstruction. A half-sibling

Current profile239relationship or an error in the later tradition has not been excluded.

Replacement profile239relationship or an error in the later tradition has not been excluded.

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Current profile241==== Parentage ====

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Current profile242[[Glasgow-3902|Adam Glasgow]] and Rose were previously attached as Alexander's

Replacement profile242[[Glasgow-3902|Adam Glasgow]] and Rose were previously attached as Alexander's

Current profile243parents. No inspected record names Adam, and Rose's age chronologically excludes

Replacement profile243parents. No inspected record names Adam, and Rose's age chronologically excludes

Current profile244her from being the mother of a man old enough to father Daniel about 1795/96.

Replacement profile244her from being the mother of a man old enough to father Daniel about 1795/96.

Current profile245Adam and Rose were removed. [[Glasgow-3905|Unknown Glasgow]] is retained as Alexander's uncertain structural father placeholder until this branch can be placed beneath a source-identified ancestor. The placeholder is not a documented person and must not be treated as an identified ancestor.

Replacement profile245Adam and Rose were removed. [[Glasgow-3905|Unknown Glasgow]] is retained as Alexander's uncertain structural father placeholder until this branch can be placed beneath a source-identified ancestor. The placeholder is not a documented person and must not be treated as an identified ancestor.

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Current profile247An Alexander and Robert Glasgow were tithe occupiers at Lisnagaver in 1834.<ref name="Tithe1834DocumentOrder">[https://www.billmacafee.com/182030stithe/tithenorthantrimrevisionorder.pdf Bill MacAfee, ''North Antrim Tithe Applotment Books arranged in document order''], records 7493–7494, Lisnagaver, 1834.</ref> The entry may include this Alexander or his younger namesake, but it supplies no age, spouse or relationship.

Replacement profile247An Alexander and Robert Glasgow were tithe occupiers at Lisnagaver in 1834.<ref name="Tithe1834DocumentOrder">[https://www.billmacafee.com/182030stithe/tithenorthantrimrevisionorder.pdf Bill MacAfee, ''North Antrim Tithe Applotment Books arranged in document order''], records 7493–7494, Lisnagaver, 1834.</ref> The entry may include this Alexander or his younger namesake, but it supplies no age, spouse or relationship.

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Current profile249The younger [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow]] was about twenty-three in 1834 if his 1851 census age is reasonably accurate and was heading a family at Gortereghy by 1837. The 1834 Lisnagaver tithe entry therefore does not require a second, older Alexander to have remained there, and it should not be used as evidence that this profile was the occupier.

Replacement profile249The younger [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow]] was about twenty-three in 1834 if his 1851 census age is reasonably accurate and was heading a family at Gortereghy by 1837. The 1834 Lisnagaver tithe entry therefore does not require a second, older Alexander to have remained there, and it should not be used as evidence that this profile was the occupier.

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Current profile251A Glasgow weavers' roll for 1816–17 lists an “Alexander Glasgow, Ireland.” The entry is chronologically compatible with this profile but supplies no county, age, wife, children or other identifying detail. It is retained only as a same-name lead.<ref name="GlasgowWeaver1816">[https://www.tradeshousemuseum.org/uploads/4/7/7/2/47723681/old_glasgow_weavers_2nd_ed.pdf ''The Old Glasgow Weavers' Roll''], entry for Alexander Glasgow, Ireland, 1816–17.</ref>

Replacement profile251A Glasgow weavers' roll for 1816–17 lists an “Alexander Glasgow, Ireland.” The entry is chronologically compatible with this profile but supplies no county, age, wife, children or other identifying detail. It is retained only as a same-name lead.<ref name="GlasgowWeaver1816">[https://www.tradeshousemuseum.org/uploads/4/7/7/2/47723681/old_glasgow_weavers_2nd_ed.pdf ''The Old Glasgow Weavers' Roll''], entry for Alexander Glasgow, Ireland, 1816–17.</ref>

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Current profile253==== The 1888 Gortahar death ====

Replacement profile253==== The 1888 Gortahar death ====

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Current profile255The Alexander Glasgow who died at Gortahar on 16 May 1888 should not be assigned to this older profile. The deceased is now strongly identified with [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow of Lisnagaver]]. His widow Mary died at Gortahar in 1892 with their daughter [[Glasgow-3167|Mary Elder]] as informant. Mary Elder then headed a Gortahar household in 1901, and the same family continued there in 1911.<ref name="ElderGortaharCensus">FamilySearch, Ireland census indexes, [https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QPB2-KNM2 Mary Elder household, Gortahar, 1901] and [https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QYHR-52T2 Robert J. Elder household, Gortahar, 1911].</ref>

Replacement profile255The Alexander Glasgow who died at Gortahar on 16 May 1888 should not be assigned to this older profile. The deceased is now strongly identified with [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow of Lisnagaver]]. His widow Mary died at Gortahar in 1892 with their daughter [[Glasgow-3167|Mary Elder]] as informant. Mary Elder then headed a Gortahar household in 1901, and the same family continued there in 1911.<ref name="ElderGortaharCensus">FamilySearch, Ireland census indexes, [https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QPB2-KNM2 Mary Elder household, Gortahar, 1901] and [https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QYHR-52T2 Robert J. Elder household, Gortahar, 1911].</ref>

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Current profile257The 1911 nephew displayed as “Samuel Glasgow” was registered as '''Samuel Glasgow Elder''' at Ballymoney in 1908.<ref name="SamuelGlasgowElder1908">[https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:FBP3-95M Ireland civil registration birth index], Samuel Glasgow Elder, Ballymoney, July–September 1908, vol. 1, p. 111.</ref> The continuing residence, relationships and maternal surname make the Gortahar identification substantially stronger than a same-name match. This evidence does not identify the older Alexander or prove any relationship between the two men.

Replacement profile257The 1911 nephew displayed as “Samuel Glasgow” was registered as '''Samuel Glasgow Elder''' at Ballymoney in 1908.<ref name="SamuelGlasgowElder1908">[https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:FBP3-95M Ireland civil registration birth index], Samuel Glasgow Elder, Ballymoney, July–September 1908, vol. 1, p. 111.</ref> The continuing residence, relationships and maternal surname make the Gortahar identification substantially stronger than a same-name match. This evidence does not identify the older Alexander or prove any relationship between the two men.

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Current profile259Private family details withheld.

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Current profile261The family should remain a Bann Valley–Kilrea–Rasharkin research cluster. It

Replacement profile261The family should remain a Bann Valley–Kilrea–Rasharkin research cluster. It

Current profile262should not be forced beneath Adam of Inishrush, John of Glenleslie or a

Replacement profile262should not be forced beneath Adam of Inishrush, John of Glenleslie or a

Current profile263Kilwaughter founder without a relationship record.

Replacement profile263Kilwaughter founder without a relationship record.

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Current profile265==== Highest-priority surviving family register ====

Replacement profile265==== Highest-priority surviving family register ====

Current profile266PRONI's Ballymoney Reformed Presbyterian register, references

Replacement profile266PRONI's Ballymoney Reformed Presbyterian register, references

Current profile267'''CR5/32/1/1/1–2''', covers 1804–1844 and includes Dervock and Kilraughts

Replacement profile267'''CR5/32/1/1/1–2''', covers 1804–1844 and includes Dervock and Kilraughts

Current profile268society lists, baptisms, marriages, deaths and removals. It spans younger

Replacement profile268society lists, baptisms, marriages, deaths and removals. It spans younger

Current profile269Alexander's probable birth, Thomas's probable birth and Rosanna's reported

Replacement profile269Alexander's probable birth, Thomas's probable birth and Rosanna's reported

Current profile270death.<ref name="PRONICR5Guide">[https://www.proni.gov.uk/files/proni/2026-01/PRONI%20Guide%20to%20Church%20Records.pdf Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, ''Guide to Church Records'']; [https://apps.proni.gov.uk/eCatNI_IE/SearchPage.aspx PRONI eCatalogue], references CR5/32/1/1/1–2.</ref>

Replacement profile270death.<ref name="PRONICR5Guide">[https://www.proni.gov.uk/files/proni/2026-01/PRONI%20Guide%20to%20Church%20Records.pdf Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, ''Guide to Church Records'']; [https://apps.proni.gov.uk/eCatNI_IE/SearchPage.aspx PRONI eCatalogue], references CR5/32/1/1/1–2.</ref>

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Current profile272A targeted surname-variant and family-group request was sent to PRONI on 19

Replacement profile272A targeted surname-variant and family-group request was sent to PRONI on 19

Current profile273August 2026. Until the register is inspected, it does not prove this older

Replacement profile273August 2026. Until the register is inspected, it does not prove this older

Current profile274Alexander's existence, spouse or children.

Replacement profile274Alexander's existence, spouse or children.

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Current profile276==== Additional sources consulted ====

Replacement profile276==== Additional sources consulted ====

Current profile277The reconstruction also considered PRONI's [https://apps.proni.gov.uk/eCatNI_IE/BrowseSearchPage.aspx eCatalogue], the [https://www.nationalarchives.ie/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Family_History_Sources_NAI.pdf Tithe Applotment Books], [https://www.billmacafee.com/182030stithe/tithenorthantrim.pdf North Antrim tithe data], [https://www.irishgenealogyhub.com/derry/tithe-applotments/tamlaght-o-crilly-parish.php Tamlaght O'Crilly tithe transcription], the [https://www.billmacafee.com/1831census/1831derrycensusplace.pdf 1831 County Londonderry census place index], [https://www.billmacafee.com/census/1851censuskilconway.pdf 1851 Kilconway census transcription], [https://www.failteromhat.com/griffiths/antrim/rasharkin.htm Griffith's Valuation for Rasharkin], [https://www.failteromhat.com/slater/0192.pdf Slater's directory], [https://genealogy.torrens.org/BannValley/books/Kilrea/Kilrea07.html Kilrea local history], [https://genealogy.torrens.org/BannValley/church/RasharkinP/Baptisms_1834.html Rasharkin Presbyterian baptisms], [https://arborealis.ca/records/newspapers/kilrea-news/1770-1779/ Kilrea newspaper extracts], [https://irishmanuscripts.ie/womenshistorysources/index.php?whp_function=1&whp_identifier=7030 Presbyterian manuscript catalogue material] and [https://www.oneirishrover.com/tamlaght-graveyard/ Tamlaght graveyard material]. These sources establish the locality and surviving coverage but do not name Alexander's parents.

Replacement profile277The reconstruction also considered PRONI's [https://apps.proni.gov.uk/eCatNI_IE/BrowseSearchPage.aspx eCatalogue], the [https://www.nationalarchives.ie/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Family_History_Sources_NAI.pdf Tithe Applotment Books], [https://www.billmacafee.com/182030stithe/tithenorthantrim.pdf North Antrim tithe data], [https://www.irishgenealogyhub.com/derry/tithe-applotments/tamlaght-o-crilly-parish.php Tamlaght O'Crilly tithe transcription], the [https://www.billmacafee.com/1831census/1831derrycensusplace.pdf 1831 County Londonderry census place index], [https://www.billmacafee.com/census/1851censuskilconway.pdf 1851 Kilconway census transcription], [https://www.failteromhat.com/griffiths/antrim/rasharkin.htm Griffith's Valuation for Rasharkin], [https://www.failteromhat.com/slater/0192.pdf Slater's directory], [https://genealogy.torrens.org/BannValley/books/Kilrea/Kilrea07.html Kilrea local history], [https://genealogy.torrens.org/BannValley/church/RasharkinP/Baptisms_1834.html Rasharkin Presbyterian baptisms], [https://arborealis.ca/records/newspapers/kilrea-news/1770-1779/ Kilrea newspaper extracts], [https://irishmanuscripts.ie/womenshistorysources/index.php?whp_function=1&whp_identifier=7030 Presbyterian manuscript catalogue material] and [https://www.oneirishrover.com/tamlaght-graveyard/ Tamlaght graveyard material]. These sources establish the locality and surviving coverage but do not name Alexander's parents.

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Current profile279Civil-index searches were also made through [https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/en/ IrishGenealogy.ie], including the retained result pages [https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-2455742 cima-2455742], [https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-2645258 cima-2645258], [https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-3134069 cima-3134069] and [https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-3271390 cima-3271390]. None supplies the missing parent statement.

Replacement profile279Civil-index searches were also made through [https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/en/ IrishGenealogy.ie], including the retained result pages [https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-2455742 cima-2455742], [https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-2645258 cima-2645258], [https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-3134069 cima-3134069] and [https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-3271390 cima-3271390]. None supplies the missing parent statement.

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Current profile281=== Identity cautions ===

Replacement profile281=== Identity cautions ===

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Current profile283Alexander should not be confused with:

Replacement profile283Alexander should not be confused with:

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Current profile285* [[Glasgow-951|the younger Alexander Glasgow]], born about 1810 or 1811 and living at Lisnagaver in 1851;

Replacement profile285* [[Glasgow-951|the younger Alexander Glasgow]], born about 1810 or 1811 and living at Lisnagaver in 1851;

Current profile286* Alexander Glasgow of Glenleslie, labourer and son of John Glasgow, who married Mary Anne Martin in 1847; or

Replacement profile286* Alexander Glasgow of Glenleslie, labourer and son of John Glasgow, who married Mary Anne Martin in 1847; or

Current profile287* the Alexander Glasgow who died at Gortahar on 16 May 1888, aged 84, whose daughter Nancy was present at his death.

Replacement profile287* the Alexander Glasgow who died at Gortahar on 16 May 1888, aged 84, whose daughter Nancy was present at his death.

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Current profile289The Glenleslie marriage identifies a separate man through his residence, occupation, father and marriage date. The Gortahar death belongs to a later namesake and supplies no evidence about this Alexander.

Replacement profile289The Glenleslie marriage identifies a separate man through his residence, occupation, father and marriage date. The Gortahar death belongs to a later namesake and supplies no evidence about this Alexander.

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Current profile291This Alexander should not be attached as a son or brother of [[Glasgow-1022|John Glasgow]] solely to connect the Glenleslie and Lisnagaver families. A local collateral connection is possible, but its degree is unknown.

Replacement profile291This Alexander should not be attached as a son or brother of [[Glasgow-1022|John Glasgow]] solely to connect the Glenleslie and Lisnagaver families. A local collateral connection is possible, but its degree is unknown.

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Current profile293The 1831 Kilrea entry for “Danl.” under the standardised surname Glasgow should not be treated as Daniel Glasgow's record until the original census image and difficult surname reading have been checked.

Replacement profile293The 1831 Kilrea entry for “Danl.” under the standardised surname Glasgow should not be treated as Daniel Glasgow's record until the original census image and difficult surname reading have been checked.

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Current profile295=== Recommended relationships ===

Replacement profile295=== Recommended relationships ===

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Current profile297* [[Glasgow-3902|Adam Glasgow]] — former father hypothesis; not attached because no positive parent record identifies him;

Replacement profile297* [[Glasgow-3902|Adam Glasgow]] — former father hypothesis; not attached because no positive parent record identifies him;

Current profile298* [[Unknown-760890|Rose]] — excluded as Alexander's mother by the severe chronological conflict;

Replacement profile298* [[Unknown-760890|Rose]] — excluded as Alexander's mother by the severe chronological conflict;

Current profile299* [[Unknown-761034|Rosanna, surname unknown]] — uncertain spouse;

Replacement profile299* [[Unknown-761034|Rosanna, surname unknown]] — uncertain spouse;

Current profile300* [[Glasgow-3896|Daniel Glasgow]] — uncertain working son;

Replacement profile300* [[Glasgow-3896|Daniel Glasgow]] — uncertain working son;

Current profile301* [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow]] — uncertain working son;

Replacement profile301* [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow]] — uncertain working son;

Current profile302* [[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]] — uncertain working son.

Replacement profile302* [[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]] — uncertain working son.

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Current profile304Daniel and Thomas are independently proved to have been brothers. Their shared attachment to Alexander and Rosanna remains unproved.

Replacement profile304Daniel and Thomas are independently proved to have been brothers. Their shared attachment to Alexander and Rosanna remains unproved.

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Current profile306=== Further research ===

Replacement profile306=== Further research ===

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Current profile308Useful remaining records include:

Replacement profile308Useful remaining records include:

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Current profile310* the original 1831 census image for Kilrea house 37, to verify the surname recorded for “Danl.” and determine whether any additional manuscript detail survives;

Replacement profile310* the original 1831 census image for Kilrea house 37, to verify the surname recorded for “Danl.” and determine whether any additional manuscript detail survives;

Current profile311* collection D/2594, which includes a 1831 Portglenone Temperance Society subscriber list and about seventy-five First Portglenone Presbyterian marriage licences from 1845–1856; the subscriber list may identify members of the Glasgow or associated families, while the later licences may assist with collateral lines;<ref name="D2594">[https://irishmanuscripts.ie/womenshistorysources/index.php?whp_function=1&whp_identifier=7030 Irish Manuscripts Commission, ''Sources for Irish Women's History''], reference D/2594, papers relating to Rev. William Kennedy McKay, including a list of subscribers to Portglenone Temperance Society, 1831, and about seventy-five marriage licences at First Portglenone Presbyterian Meeting House, 1845–1856 (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

Replacement profile311* collection D/2594, which includes a 1831 Portglenone Temperance Society subscriber list and about seventy-five First Portglenone Presbyterian marriage licences from 1845–1856; the subscriber list may identify members of the Glasgow or associated families, while the later licences may assist with collateral lines;<ref name="D2594">[https://irishmanuscripts.ie/womenshistorysources/index.php?whp_function=1&whp_identifier=7030 Irish Manuscripts Commission, ''Sources for Irish Women's History''], reference D/2594, papers relating to Rev. William Kennedy McKay, including a list of subscribers to Portglenone Temperance Society, 1831, and about seventy-five marriage licences at First Portglenone Presbyterian Meeting House, 1845–1856 (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

Current profile312* church, land and estate records capable of distinguishing the two Hugh Glasgow entries in 1740 and tracing the Hugh recorded in 1772;

Replacement profile312* church, land and estate records capable of distinguishing the two Hugh Glasgow entries in 1740 and tracing the Hugh recorded in 1772;

Current profile313* records identifying John and Samuel Glasgow of Lisnagavor family 34 and testing whether they connect with Inishrush, Kilrea, Daniel, Thomas or the younger Alexander;

Replacement profile313* records identifying John and Samuel Glasgow of Lisnagavor family 34 and testing whether they connect with Inishrush, Kilrea, Daniel, Thomas or the younger Alexander;

Current profile314* an independent copy or earlier version of the descendant family account;

Replacement profile314* an independent copy or earlier version of the descendant family account;

Current profile315* records identifying Alexander or Rosanna before 1822;

Replacement profile315* records identifying Alexander or Rosanna before 1822;

Current profile316* a marriage, burial or estate record for Alexander and Rosanna;

Replacement profile316* a marriage, burial or estate record for Alexander and Rosanna;

Current profile317* records naming the parents of Daniel or Thomas;

Replacement profile317* records naming the parents of Daniel or Thomas;

Current profile318* complete land and estate records for Lisnagaver, Gortereagh and Inishrush;

Replacement profile318* complete land and estate records for Lisnagaver, Gortereagh and Inishrush;

Current profile319* contemporary records identifying James Shaw's relatives; and

Replacement profile319* contemporary records identifying James Shaw's relatives; and

Current profile320* DNA evidence connecting documented descendants of Daniel, Thomas, the younger Alexander and any independently documented Inishrush line.

Replacement profile320* DNA evidence connecting documented descendants of Daniel, Thomas, the younger Alexander and any independently documented Inishrush line.

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Current profile322=== Current Larne reconstruction ===

Replacement profile322=== Current Larne reconstruction ===

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Current profile324Older Alexander is a reconstructed person in the Thomas and Daniel Glasgow family tradition, rather than a man yet identified by a contemporary record. The tradition naming Alexander and Rosanna as parents of Thomas supports retaining the couple as a working pair, while Daniel's will naming Thomas as brother supports the sibling group. It does not prove Alexander's ancestry or establish that younger [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow]] was their son rather than a possible brother or cousin. [[Glasgow-3902|Adam Glasgow]] should not be shown as Alexander's father: Adam's estimated 1758 birth and Rose's reported age make parentage chronologically strained, though collateral kinship remains possible. The Larne reconstruction makes [[Glasgow-1509|James Glasgow]] a possible older-generation source and older Alexander a coherent possible brother of Adam; no record yet joins them. The Thomas-parent tradition supports this working family, while its connection to Larne remains unproved.<ref name="OlderAlexanderCurrent">The cited family account and Daniel's will support the working sibling group; neither identifies Alexander's parents.</ref>

Replacement profile324Older Alexander is a reconstructed person in the Thomas and Daniel Glasgow family tradition, rather than a man yet identified by a contemporary record. The tradition naming Alexander and Rosanna as parents of Thomas supports retaining the couple as a working pair, while Daniel's will naming Thomas as brother supports the sibling group. It does not prove Alexander's ancestry or establish that younger [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow]] was their son rather than a possible brother or cousin. [[Glasgow-3902|Adam Glasgow]] should not be shown as Alexander's father: Adam's estimated 1758 birth and Rose's reported age make parentage chronologically strained, though collateral kinship remains possible. The Larne reconstruction makes [[Glasgow-1509|James Glasgow]] a possible older-generation source and older Alexander a coherent possible brother of Adam; no record yet joins them. The Thomas-parent tradition supports this working family, while its connection to Larne remains unproved.<ref name="OlderAlexanderCurrent">The cited family account and Daniel's will support the working sibling group; neither identifies Alexander's parents.</ref>

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Current profile326=== Additional source context ===

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Current profile328These contextual and comparison sources supplement the individual record assessments above; they do not supply a missing parental statement.

Replacement profile328These contextual and comparison sources supplement the individual record assessments above; they do not supply a missing parental statement.

Current profile329<ref name="Retained1">[https://www.titheapplotmentbooks.nationalarchives.ie/search/tab/aboutmore.jsp National Archives of Ireland, information about the Tithe Applotment Books].</ref>

Replacement profile329<ref name="Retained1">[https://www.titheapplotmentbooks.nationalarchives.ie/search/tab/aboutmore.jsp National Archives of Ireland, information about the Tithe Applotment Books].</ref>

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Current profile331== Sources ==

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== Biography ==
{{Ireland Native}}
'''Alexander Glasgow''' is the proposed head of an early Bann Valley family.
His existence and family are reconstructed from later descendant testimony; no
contemporary record yet identifies him with certainty.

If [[Glasgow-3896|Daniel Glasgow]], born about 1795 or 1796, was his son,
Alexander must have been born before about 1778. The former estimate of about
1790 is incompatible with that relationship.

Alexander is associated with Rosanna, surname unknown. A 2007 descendant account
names Alexander and Rosanna as parents of [[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]] of
Lisnagaver and reports that Rosanna died about 23 October 1822.<ref name="DescendantAccount">[https://www.genesreunited.co.uk/boards/board/general_topics/thread/465937 “Trying to find Glasgow,” ''Genes Reunited''], descendant account posted 25 January 2007.</ref> No marriage, baptism or will has been found to verify the account. Rosanna's reported surname Shaw is unsupported and should remain a research lead only.

== Tithe applotment book for the parish of Rasharkin ==

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The original Rasharkin Tithe Applotment Book records two separate Glasgow holdings at Lisnagaver in 1834:

* '''Alexr Glasgow''' — 29 acres, comprising 10 acres first quality, 10 acres second quality and 9 acres third quality.
* '''Robt Glasgow''' — 35 acres, comprising 11 acres first quality, 10 acres second quality and 14 acres third quality.

The red numbers 4 and 5 beside their names are consecutive entry numbers, not ages. The men appear on separate lines with separate acreages and assessments. The manuscript states no relationship between them.<ref name="RasharkinTithe1834">Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, ''Tithe
  applotment book for the parish of Rasharkin'', 1834, PRONI FIN/5/A/236, manuscript folio 17, PDF image 19 of 84, Lisnagaver entries for Alexr and
  Robt Glasgow; digital image accessed 5 August 2026 through the [https://apps.proni.gov.uk/eCatNI_IE/BrowseSearchPage.aspx PRONI Browse
  eCatalogue].</ref>

The identity of Robt Glasgow has not been established. Possible candidates include [[Glasgow-1367|Robert Glasgow of Glenleslie]] and [[Glasgow-3941|Robert Glasgow of Coltrim]], but no inspected record connects either man with Lisnagaver. The entry should therefore remain unidentified.

or [[Glasgow-3449|Robert Glasgow (1797-1868)]] who died in Ballymoney registration district in 1868 aged 71, implying birth about 1796–97.

If he was the tithe Robert, he was only about fourteen years older than Alexander born circa 1811. That makes him a very unlikely father and a much more plausible older brother, cousin, or son of the older Alexander.

=== A persistent Marks connection ties Alexander and Thomas together ===

The original marriage witnesses reveal a useful network:

* John Marks witnessed the 1866 marriage of [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow (1811-aft.1861)]]’s son [[Glasgow-938|Robert]].<ref name="MarksRobert1866">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-3134069 IrishGenealogy.ie], civil marriage registration of Robert Glasgow and Jane Graham, 5 April 1866; John Marks witnessed.</ref>
* Jane Marks witnessed the 1879 marriage of [[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]]’s daughter Anne/Nancy.<ref name="MarksAnne1879">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-2645258 IrishGenealogy.ie], civil marriage registration for Thomas Glasgow’s daughter Anne/Nancy, 1879; Jane Marks witnessed.</ref>
* Lizzie J. Marks witnessed the 1888 marriage of Thomas’s son Daniel Neely.<ref name="MarksDaniel1888">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-2455742 IrishGenealogy.ie], civil marriage registration of Daniel Neely Glasgow and Mary Jane Boyd, 28 June 1888; Lizzie J. Marks witnessed.</ref>

Meanwhile, Gardiner Marks appears directly after Alexander and Robert in the 1834 Lisnagaver tithe order. A younger Gardiner Marks married in 1857 and named his father as Gardiner Marks, farmer.<ref name="MarksGardiner1857">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-3271390 IrishGenealogy.ie], civil marriage registration of Gardiner Marks, 1857, naming his father as Gardiner Marks, farmer.</ref>

That is good independent evidence that Alexander’s and Thomas’s descendants belonged to one enduring Lisnagaver–Kilrea social network. It strengthens their probable brotherhood, although it still does not prove it.
=== Possible later division of Alexander's holding ===

The National Archives of Ireland states that acreage in the Tithe Applotment Books was recorded in Irish or Plantation measure, approximately 1.62 statute acres for each Plantation acre.<ref name="TitheMeasure">National Archives of Ireland,
  [https://www.nationalarchives.ie/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Family_History_Sources_NAI.pdf “The Tithe Applotment Books, 1823–37”], explanation of acreage and measurement, accessed 5 August 2026.</ref> On that general conversion, Alexander's 29-acre tithe holding would represent approximately 46.98 statute acres.

The later valuation records [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow]] occupying lot 25, containing 8 acres, 2 roods and 10 perches, and  [[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]] occupying lot 26, containing 32 acres, 3 roods and 15 perches.<ref name="LisnagaverValuation">Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, Valuation Revision Book for Killoquin Lower electoral division, Rasharkin parish, PRONI VAL/12/B/4/16A, folios 52–53, Lisnagaver lots 24–26; see also [https://www.failteromhat.com/griffiths/antrim/rasharkin.htm Griffith's Valuation transcript for Rasharkin],
  accessed 5 August 2026.</ref>

Their combined holdings amounted to 41 acres, 1 rood and 25 perches, leaving a theoretical balance of approximately 5 acres, 2 roods and 12 perches:

Alexander's 1834 holding:
29 Plantation acres ≈ 46.98 statute acres

* Possible later division:
** Alexander, lot 25     8a 2r 10p
** Thomas, lot 26       32a 3r 15p
** theoretical balance   5a 2r 12p

This calculation makes it possible that the older Alexander's holding was later divided between the younger Alexander, Thomas and another occupier. It does not prove that the later lots were formed from the same land. The tithe and valuation surveys were compiled for different purposes, and no inspected lease, succession entry or map connects the 1834 holding directly with lots 25 and 26. The unit of measurement used in this particular Rasharkin volume should also be confirmed from its introductory or certification pages before the conversion is treated as exact.

Robert's separate 35-acre tithe holding—approximately 56.7 statute acres under the same general conversion—also remains to be accounted for.

=== Rosanna ===

Rosanna's maiden surname has not been identified.

Slater's 1846 directory lists two watch and clock makers at Kilrea:

* '''Daniel Glasco'''; and
* '''James Shaw'''.<ref name="Slater1846">[https://www.failteromhat.com/slater/0192.pdf Isaac Slater, ''Slater's National Commercial Directory of Ireland''] (1846), Kilrea, p. 473, under “Watch & Clock Makers”, listing Daniel Glasco and James Shaw (accessed 16 July 2026).</ref>

One possible interpretation of the descendant tradition is that Daniel Glasgow represented one side of the family and James Shaw the other. This led to the theory that Rosanna's maiden surname was Shaw.

No marriage, baptism, will or other contemporary record identifies Rosanna as a Shaw or as a sister of James Shaw. The occupational coincidence does not establish a sibling relationship. Her LNAB should therefore remain '''Unknown''', while Shaw may be retained only as a research lead.

If Rosanna remains attached as the uncertain mother of Daniel, she must have been born before about 1780. Her previously proposed birth about 1790 is chronologically impossible for a child born about 1795 or 1796.

The reported death date of about 23 October 1822 has not been independently confirmed.

=== Working children ===

Alexander and Rosanna are shown as the uncertain parents of:

* '''[[Glasgow-3896|Daniel Glasgow]]''', born about 1795 or 1796, a watchmaker and farmer of Kilrea; and
* '''[[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]]''', born about 1815 or 1816, a farmer of Lisnagaver.

[[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow of Lisnagaver]], born about 1811, belongs to the same close local network but is no longer attached as their son. [[Glasgow-1367|Robert Glasgow]] is retained on his profile as the leading uncertain, place-based father candidate.

The descendant account explicitly identifies Thomas as a son of Alexander and Rosanna.<ref name="FamilyTradition">[https://www.genesreunited.co.uk/boards/board/general_topics/thread/465937 "Trying to find Glasgow"], ''Genes Reunited'', post by Peter dated 25 January 2007, with later replies, naming Alexander and Rosanna as the parents of Thomas Glasgow of Lisnagaver, reporting Rosanna's death about 23 October 1822, and mentioning two possible clockmaker uncles at Kilrea (accessed 16 July 2026). This is descendant testimony rather than a contemporary parent record.</ref>

Daniel's original 1871 will identifies Thomas as '''“my late brother”''' and Daniel Neely Glasgow as his nephew.<ref name="DanielWill1871">Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, [https://apps.proni.gov.uk/willscalendar_ie/willssearch.aspx Will Calendars], original registered will of Daniel Glasgow of Kilrea, proved 1871 (accessed 17 July 2026).</ref>

Daniel Neely Glasgow's 1888 marriage record names his father as Thomas Glasgow, farmer, and connects that family with Lisnagaver.<ref name="DanielNeelyMarriage1888">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/en/ IrishGenealogy.ie], civil marriage registration of Daniel Neely Glasgow and Mary Jane Boyd, 28 June 1888, Boveedy First Presbyterian Church; groom described as a farmer of Lisnagaver and his father recorded as Thomas Glasgow, farmer (accessed 17 July 2026).</ref>

Together, these records prove that Daniel of Kilrea and Thomas of Lisnagaver were brothers. They do not identify their parents.

Their shared attachment to Alexander and Rosanna remains an uncertain reconstruction based principally on the descendant account. The evidence does not exclude:

* a half-brother relationship;
* an error in the descendant tradition;
* different parents for one or more of the men; or
* another Alexander and Rosanna belonging to the same local family cluster.

The younger Alexander remains a possible close collateral relative of Daniel and Thomas because of his age, location and association with the Lisnagaver family. No inspected record calls him their brother or names this older Alexander as his father.

The 1851 census records the younger Alexander and Thomas as similarly aged farmers in Lisnagavor families 35 and 37.<ref name="Census1851Macafee">[https://www.billmacafee.com/census/1851censuskilconway.pdf W. Scott and William Macafee, ''1851 Census for some Parishes and Townlands in the Barony of Kilconway, Co. Antrim''], Rasharkin parish, Lisnagavor, families 34, 35 and 37, recording the households of John, Alexander and Thomas Glasgow (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

Their proximity supports a close relationship but does not by itself prove that they were brothers or identify their parents.

=== Clockmaker tradition ===

The descendant account's reference to two clockmaker uncles appears to preserve a genuine association with Kilrea.

[[Glasgow-3896|Daniel Glasgow]] is independently documented as a Kilrea watch and clock maker and is proved to have been Thomas's brother.<ref name="Slater1846" /><ref name="DanielWill1871" />

An 1831 County Londonderry census transcription records '''“Danl.”''' in Kilrea town, house 37, under the standardised surname Glasgow. The surname as read from the census return is shown as '''“Glosger [?]”'''. The house was shared by two families and contained eight males and two females; nine occupants were Presbyterian and one belonged to the Established Church.<ref name="Census1831Derry">[https://www.billmacafee.com/1831census/1831derrycensusplace.pdf William Macafee, ''Names of Householders listed in the 1831 Census Returns for the County of Londonderry''] (transcription from PRONI MIC/5A/5–9B), Kilrea town, house 37, recording “Danl.” under the standardised surname Glasgow, with the surname in the return read as “Glosger [?]”; and Tamlaght O'Crilly parish, Inishrush, houses 2 and 91, recording John and Adam “Glasco” (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

The census gives no age, occupation or family relationships. This is therefore a plausible candidate for the later clockmaker, not a proved identification. If confirmed from the manuscript, it would place Daniel at Kilrea by 1831 rather than only by the 1846 directory.

Daniel was Thomas's brother, not his uncle. The family tradition may have:

* shifted the relationship by one generation;
* referred to uncles of Thomas's children rather than Thomas himself;
* combined members of the Glasgow and Shaw families; or
* preserved only a general memory of clockmaking relatives at Kilrea.

The tradition supports further investigation but should not be converted into a specific relationship with James Shaw.

=== Possible parents ===

[[Glasgow-3902|Adam Glasgow]] and [[Unknown-760890|Rose]] of Inishrush, County Londonderry, were previously proposed as Alexander's parents. No inspected record names either parent or connects Alexander directly with Inishrush.

No contemporary record inspected names Adam or Rose as Alexander's parents. No record connects Alexander directly with Inishrush.

Adam and Rose had a large and incompletely documented family. Their gravestone names their children James and Eliza, while a newspaper notice describes Nancy Glasgow as Adam's sixth daughter.<ref name="AdamGrave">[https://www.oneirishrover.com/tamlaght-graveyard/ "Tamlaght O'Crilly Lower Graveyard"], transcription of the Glasgow gravestone recording Rose, wife of Adam Glasgow; Adam Glasgow; their daughter Eliza; their son James; and grandson William. The same page transcribes the 1842 marriage notice of Nancy, sixth daughter of Adam Glasgow of Inishrush (accessed 16 July 2026).</ref>

The proposed connection was based on regional proximity, overlapping generations and gaps in Adam's documented family. The additional records set out below strengthen the existence of a local Glasgow cluster, but they still do not establish Alexander's parentage.

Rose was reportedly born about 1767. If Alexander was born by about 1778, she would have been only about eleven years old. This creates a severe chronological conflict with her proposed maternity.

Possible explanations include:

* one or both estimated birth years are materially wrong;
* Adam was Alexander's father by an earlier partner;
* Alexander was Adam's brother, cousin or another collateral relative; or
* there was no close connection between the Inishrush and Lisnagaver families.

Adam and Rose are not retained as Alexander's parents. Rose's age chronologically excludes her as the mother of a man old enough to father Daniel about 1795 or 1796, while no record establishes Adam as Alexander's father by another partner.

No evidence supports placing this family beneath an earlier Scottish, Kilwaughter, Derry Main or Moneymore line.

=== Tamlaght O'Crilly and Inishrush cluster ===

A transcription of the 1740 Protestant householder list for Tamlaght O'Crilly parish contains two entries under the name '''Hugh Glasgow'''.<ref name="Householders1740">[https://genealogy.torrens.org/BannValley/books/Kilrea/Kilrea07.html John W. Kernohan, ''The Parishes of Kilrea and Tamlaght O'Crilly''], Appendix E, “Protestant householders in Tamlaght O'Crilly Parish in 1740,” containing two entries for Hugh Glasgow (online transcription by Richard John Torrens; accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

A Belfast News-Letter notice printed on 14 April 1772 lists '''Hugh Glasgow''' among inhabitants of Tamlaght O'Crilly parish who declared that they had surrendered their arms to Henry Ellis of Innisrush. The declaration was dated at Innisrush on 6 April 1772.<ref name="Hugh1772">[https://arborealis.ca/records/newspapers/kilrea-news/1770-1779/ “1770–1779: News transcripts for Kilrea & environs”], ''Arborealis'', transcript of the ''Belfast News-Letter'', 14 April 1772, declaration dated Innisrush, 6 April 1772, listing Hugh Glasgow among inhabitants of Tamlaght O'Crilly parish (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

It is not known whether the 1772 Hugh was one of the men listed in 1740, a son or other relative, or an unrelated namesake. The records provide no family relationships.

The 1831 census transcription records two separate Glasgow households at Inishrush:

* '''John “Glasco”''', house 2: one family, four males and four females, all Presbyterian; and
* '''Adam “Glasco”''', house 91: one family, three males and five females, all Presbyterian.<ref name="Census1831Derry" />

The return supplies no ages, occupations or relationships within either household. Alexander could theoretically have been an unnamed male in one of them, but there is no evidence that he was. John and Adam were probably part of the same local surname cluster, though their precise relationship is unknown.

The 1833 Tithe Applotment transcription records '''Adam Glasgow''' at Innisrush.<ref name="TitheInishrush1833">[https://www.irishgenealogyhub.com/derry/tithe-applotments/tamlaght-o-crilly-parish.php “Tithe Applotment Books 1823–1838: Tamlaght O Crilly Parish, county Derry”], transcription entry for Adam Glasgow, Innisrush, 1833 (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

Taken together, the 1740, 1772, 1831 and 1833 records show that the Glasgow surname was established in Tamlaght O'Crilly parish across several generations. They make a connection between the Inishrush and Lisnagaver families more plausible, but they do not provide a pedigree.

Hugh Glasgow, documented in the parish in 1772, is now the most useful preceding-generation research lead because his known presence falls close to Alexander's estimated birth period. He should not be attached as Alexander's father without further evidence.

=== Lisnagaver ===

The 1834 Tithe Applotment transcription records '''Alexander Glasgow''' and '''Robert Glasgow''' consecutively at Lisnagaver.<ref name="Tithe1834">[https://www.billmacafee.com/182030stithe/tithenorthantrim.pdf William Macafee, ''Data from the Tithe Applotment Books covering North Antrim''], records 7501–7502, Alexander and Robert Glasgow at Lisnagaver, Rasharkin parish, 1834 (accessed 16 July 2026).</ref>

The Alexander in this record may have been:

* this older Alexander;
* [[Glasgow-951|the younger Alexander]], then about twenty-three; or
* another man of the same name.

The entry supplies no age, spouse, parent or other identifying information. It should not be treated as proof that this older Alexander was alive in 1834.

Rasharkin Presbyterian baptism records confirm the later households of the younger Alexander and Thomas. Alexander and Molly McAughern had children recorded at Gortereagh in 1837–1838 and at Lisnagaver in 1844. Thomas and Mary Ann McCracken had children recorded at Moneyleck in 1842 and at Lisnagaver from 1843.<ref name="RasharkinBaptisms">[https://genealogy.torrens.org/BannValley/church/RasharkinP/Baptisms_1834.html "Rasharkin Presbyterian Church Baptisms"], entries for the households of Alexander Glasgow and Molly McAughern and Thomas Glasgow and Mary Ann McCracken (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>

These records establish the younger households but do not identify their father.

The 1851 census contains a further possible collateral clue. Family 34 at Lisnagavor, immediately before the younger Alexander's family 35, comprised:

* '''John Glasgow''', aged 50, farmer, born County Antrim;
* Margaret Glasgow, wife, aged 30, born County Londonderry;
* Ann Glasgow, daughter, aged 3, born County Londonderry; and
* '''Samuel Glasgow''', John's brother, aged 60, linen weaver, born County Londonderry.<ref name="Census1851Macafee" />

Samuel was born about 1790 or 1791, placing him in roughly the same generation as Daniel Glasgow of Kilrea. His presence gives a concrete County Londonderry connection within the Glasgow household immediately beside the younger Alexander.

The census explicitly proves only that Samuel and John were brothers. It does not prove that either man was related to the younger Alexander, Thomas or Daniel. Household proximity is evidence for investigation, not a stated relationship.

=== Death ===

Alexander's date and place of death have not been identified.

He was alive before the births of his proposed children, but no secure burial, gravestone, probate or land record has been found that establishes a later date.

No Alexander Glasgow probate-calendar entry has been identified in the surviving PRONI calendars. This does not prove that Alexander left no will, since he may have died before the calendars begin or his estate may not have required probate.

== Research Notes ==
=== Current evidence assessment ===

==== Working children ====
{| class="wikitable" style="background:#e6ffe6;"
! Person !! Present evidence
|-
| [[Glasgow-3896|Daniel Glasgow]], born about 1795/96 || '''Uncertain son.''' Daniel's 1871 will directly proves that Thomas was his brother. Neither the will nor Daniel's death record names their parents.<ref name="DanielWill">[https://apps.proni.gov.uk/willscalendar_ie/willssearch.aspx Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, Will Calendars], will of Daniel Glasgow of Kilrea, proved 1871.</ref>
|-
| [[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]], born about 1815 || '''Uncertain son.''' The descendant account names Alexander and Rosanna as his parents. Daniel's will and Daniel Neely Glasgow's marriage independently prove Thomas's identity and brotherhood with Daniel, but do not name a parent.<ref name="DanielNeelyMarriage">[https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/marriage_returns/marriages_1888/10763/5925382.pdf General Register Office of Ireland, civil marriage register], Daniel Neely Glasgow and Mary Jane Boyd, 28 June 1888.</ref>
|-
| [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow]], born about 1811 || '''Close collateral candidate; not attached as a son.''' His age, Lisnagaver household and land sequence place him in the same network, but no contemporary record calls him Daniel and Thomas's brother or names this older Alexander as his father. [[Glasgow-1367|Robert Glasgow]] is his current uncertain father candidate.
|}

Daniel and Thomas are therefore proved brothers. Their common attachment to
Alexander and Rosanna remains an uncertain reconstruction. A half-sibling
relationship or an error in the later tradition has not been excluded.

==== Parentage ====
[[Glasgow-3902|Adam Glasgow]] and Rose were previously attached as Alexander's
parents. No inspected record names Adam, and Rose's age chronologically excludes
her from being the mother of a man old enough to father Daniel about 1795/96.
Adam and Rose were removed. [[Glasgow-3905|Unknown Glasgow]] is retained as Alexander's uncertain structural father placeholder until this branch can be placed beneath a source-identified ancestor. The placeholder is not a documented person and must not be treated as an identified ancestor.

An Alexander and Robert Glasgow were tithe occupiers at Lisnagaver in 1834.<ref name="Tithe1834DocumentOrder">[https://www.billmacafee.com/182030stithe/tithenorthantrimrevisionorder.pdf Bill MacAfee, ''North Antrim Tithe Applotment Books arranged in document order''], records 7493–7494, Lisnagaver, 1834.</ref> The entry may include this Alexander or his younger namesake, but it supplies no age, spouse or relationship.

The younger [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow]] was about twenty-three in 1834 if his 1851 census age is reasonably accurate and was heading a family at Gortereghy by 1837. The 1834 Lisnagaver tithe entry therefore does not require a second, older Alexander to have remained there, and it should not be used as evidence that this profile was the occupier.

A Glasgow weavers' roll for 1816–17 lists an “Alexander Glasgow, Ireland.” The entry is chronologically compatible with this profile but supplies no county, age, wife, children or other identifying detail. It is retained only as a same-name lead.<ref name="GlasgowWeaver1816">[https://www.tradeshousemuseum.org/uploads/4/7/7/2/47723681/old_glasgow_weavers_2nd_ed.pdf ''The Old Glasgow Weavers' Roll''], entry for Alexander Glasgow, Ireland, 1816–17.</ref>

==== The 1888 Gortahar death ====

The Alexander Glasgow who died at Gortahar on 16 May 1888 should not be assigned to this older profile. The deceased is now strongly identified with [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow of Lisnagaver]]. His widow Mary died at Gortahar in 1892 with their daughter [[Glasgow-3167|Mary Elder]] as informant. Mary Elder then headed a Gortahar household in 1901, and the same family continued there in 1911.<ref name="ElderGortaharCensus">FamilySearch, Ireland census indexes, [https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QPB2-KNM2 Mary Elder household, Gortahar, 1901] and [https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QYHR-52T2 Robert J. Elder household, Gortahar, 1911].</ref>

The 1911 nephew displayed as “Samuel Glasgow” was registered as '''Samuel Glasgow Elder''' at Ballymoney in 1908.<ref name="SamuelGlasgowElder1908">[https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:FBP3-95M Ireland civil registration birth index], Samuel Glasgow Elder, Ballymoney, July–September 1908, vol. 1, p. 111.</ref> The continuing residence, relationships and maternal surname make the Gortahar identification substantially stronger than a same-name match. This evidence does not identify the older Alexander or prove any relationship between the two men.

Private family details withheld.

The family should remain a Bann Valley–Kilrea–Rasharkin research cluster. It
should not be forced beneath Adam of Inishrush, John of Glenleslie or a
Kilwaughter founder without a relationship record.

==== Highest-priority surviving family register ====
PRONI's Ballymoney Reformed Presbyterian register, references
'''CR5/32/1/1/1–2''', covers 1804–1844 and includes Dervock and Kilraughts
society lists, baptisms, marriages, deaths and removals. It spans younger
Alexander's probable birth, Thomas's probable birth and Rosanna's reported
death.<ref name="PRONICR5Guide">[https://www.proni.gov.uk/files/proni/2026-01/PRONI%20Guide%20to%20Church%20Records.pdf Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, ''Guide to Church Records'']; [https://apps.proni.gov.uk/eCatNI_IE/SearchPage.aspx PRONI eCatalogue], references CR5/32/1/1/1–2.</ref>

A targeted surname-variant and family-group request was sent to PRONI on 19
August 2026. Until the register is inspected, it does not prove this older
Alexander's existence, spouse or children.

==== Additional sources consulted ====
The reconstruction also considered PRONI's [https://apps.proni.gov.uk/eCatNI_IE/BrowseSearchPage.aspx eCatalogue], the [https://www.nationalarchives.ie/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Family_History_Sources_NAI.pdf Tithe Applotment Books], [https://www.billmacafee.com/182030stithe/tithenorthantrim.pdf North Antrim tithe data], [https://www.irishgenealogyhub.com/derry/tithe-applotments/tamlaght-o-crilly-parish.php Tamlaght O'Crilly tithe transcription], the [https://www.billmacafee.com/1831census/1831derrycensusplace.pdf 1831 County Londonderry census place index], [https://www.billmacafee.com/census/1851censuskilconway.pdf 1851 Kilconway census transcription], [https://www.failteromhat.com/griffiths/antrim/rasharkin.htm Griffith's Valuation for Rasharkin], [https://www.failteromhat.com/slater/0192.pdf Slater's directory], [https://genealogy.torrens.org/BannValley/books/Kilrea/Kilrea07.html Kilrea local history], [https://genealogy.torrens.org/BannValley/church/RasharkinP/Baptisms_1834.html Rasharkin Presbyterian baptisms], [https://arborealis.ca/records/newspapers/kilrea-news/1770-1779/ Kilrea newspaper extracts], [https://irishmanuscripts.ie/womenshistorysources/index.php?whp_function=1&whp_identifier=7030 Presbyterian manuscript catalogue material] and [https://www.oneirishrover.com/tamlaght-graveyard/ Tamlaght graveyard material]. These sources establish the locality and surviving coverage but do not name Alexander's parents.

Civil-index searches were also made through [https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/en/ IrishGenealogy.ie], including the retained result pages [https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-2455742 cima-2455742], [https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-2645258 cima-2645258], [https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-3134069 cima-3134069] and [https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/view/?record_id=cima-3271390 cima-3271390]. None supplies the missing parent statement.

=== Identity cautions ===

Alexander should not be confused with:

* [[Glasgow-951|the younger Alexander Glasgow]], born about 1810 or 1811 and living at Lisnagaver in 1851;
* Alexander Glasgow of Glenleslie, labourer and son of John Glasgow, who married Mary Anne Martin in 1847; or
* the Alexander Glasgow who died at Gortahar on 16 May 1888, aged 84, whose daughter Nancy was present at his death.

The Glenleslie marriage identifies a separate man through his residence, occupation, father and marriage date. The Gortahar death belongs to a later namesake and supplies no evidence about this Alexander.

This Alexander should not be attached as a son or brother of [[Glasgow-1022|John Glasgow]] solely to connect the Glenleslie and Lisnagaver families. A local collateral connection is possible, but its degree is unknown.

The 1831 Kilrea entry for “Danl.” under the standardised surname Glasgow should not be treated as Daniel Glasgow's record until the original census image and difficult surname reading have been checked.

=== Recommended relationships ===

* [[Glasgow-3902|Adam Glasgow]] — former father hypothesis; not attached because no positive parent record identifies him;
* [[Unknown-760890|Rose]] — excluded as Alexander's mother by the severe chronological conflict;
* [[Unknown-761034|Rosanna, surname unknown]] — uncertain spouse;
* [[Glasgow-3896|Daniel Glasgow]] — uncertain working son;
* [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow]] — uncertain working son;
* [[Glasgow-987|Thomas Glasgow]] — uncertain working son.

Daniel and Thomas are independently proved to have been brothers. Their shared attachment to Alexander and Rosanna remains unproved.

=== Further research ===

Useful remaining records include:

* the original 1831 census image for Kilrea house 37, to verify the surname recorded for “Danl.” and determine whether any additional manuscript detail survives;
* collection D/2594, which includes a 1831 Portglenone Temperance Society subscriber list and about seventy-five First Portglenone Presbyterian marriage licences from 1845–1856; the subscriber list may identify members of the Glasgow or associated families, while the later licences may assist with collateral lines;<ref name="D2594">[https://irishmanuscripts.ie/womenshistorysources/index.php?whp_function=1&whp_identifier=7030 Irish Manuscripts Commission, ''Sources for Irish Women's History''], reference D/2594, papers relating to Rev. William Kennedy McKay, including a list of subscribers to Portglenone Temperance Society, 1831, and about seventy-five marriage licences at First Portglenone Presbyterian Meeting House, 1845–1856 (accessed 19 July 2026).</ref>
* church, land and estate records capable of distinguishing the two Hugh Glasgow entries in 1740 and tracing the Hugh recorded in 1772;
* records identifying John and Samuel Glasgow of Lisnagavor family 34 and testing whether they connect with Inishrush, Kilrea, Daniel, Thomas or the younger Alexander;
* an independent copy or earlier version of the descendant family account;
* records identifying Alexander or Rosanna before 1822;
* a marriage, burial or estate record for Alexander and Rosanna;
* records naming the parents of Daniel or Thomas;
* complete land and estate records for Lisnagaver, Gortereagh and Inishrush;
* contemporary records identifying James Shaw's relatives; and
* DNA evidence connecting documented descendants of Daniel, Thomas, the younger Alexander and any independently documented Inishrush line.

=== Current Larne reconstruction ===

Older Alexander is a reconstructed person in the Thomas and Daniel Glasgow family tradition, rather than a man yet identified by a contemporary record. The tradition naming Alexander and Rosanna as parents of Thomas supports retaining the couple as a working pair, while Daniel's will naming Thomas as brother supports the sibling group. It does not prove Alexander's ancestry or establish that younger [[Glasgow-951|Alexander Glasgow]] was their son rather than a possible brother or cousin. [[Glasgow-3902|Adam Glasgow]] should not be shown as Alexander's father: Adam's estimated 1758 birth and Rose's reported age make parentage chronologically strained, though collateral kinship remains possible. The Larne reconstruction makes [[Glasgow-1509|James Glasgow]] a possible older-generation source and older Alexander a coherent possible brother of Adam; no record yet joins them. The Thomas-parent tradition supports this working family, while its connection to Larne remains unproved.<ref name="OlderAlexanderCurrent">The cited family account and Daniel's will support the working sibling group; neither identifies Alexander's parents.</ref>

=== Additional source context ===

These contextual and comparison sources supplement the individual record assessments above; they do not supply a missing parental statement.
<ref name="Retained1">[https://www.titheapplotmentbooks.nationalarchives.ie/search/tab/aboutmore.jsp National Archives of Ireland, information about the Tithe Applotment Books].</ref>

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