British Women's Temperance Association: Kirkintilloch Branch
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TitleBritish Women's Temperance Association: Kirkintilloch Branch
ReferenceGD252
Date1890-1971
Archive creatorBritish Women's Temperance Association: Kirkintilloch Branch
Scope and ContentMinutes, roll books, syllabus, pamphlets
Extent1 box (0.01 cubic metres)
Persons keywordBritish Women's Temperance Association: Kirkintilloch Branch
SubjectKirkintilloch, East Dunbartonshire, Temperance, Temperance societies , Women - Societies and Clubs
Level of descriptionfonds
Admin history/BiographyThe Kirkintilloch branch of the British Women's Temperance Association was formed at a meeting on 29 December 1890. The first president of the branch was Mrs Roberton of Fairfield House. By 1916 there were nearly 400 members. The work of the branch committee involved visiting members in the various districts of the town and organising four social gatherings per year. Members of the BWTA took a pledge to abstain from intoxicating drink and to try to induce others to do the same.
Repository nameEast Dunbartonshire Archives - Kirkintilloch