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William Lapsley’s Vaults

March 27, 2017 by John Gorevan Leave a Comment

 

184 Caledonia Road, corner of 370 Lawmoor Street, Gorbals, Glasgow.

William Lapsley's Vaults

William Lapsley’s Vaults. 1892.

William Lapsley’s Vaults was situated at the corner of 184 Caledonia Road and 370 South Wellington Street which became Lawmoor Street. In 1892 William Lapsley was landlord for this popular Gorbals public house. Mr Lapsley was better known as a footballer than a license holder. He was born in Dumbarton in 1866 and served his apprenticeship in the engineering trade, but abandoned it for a life in the licensed trade. He served as a manager for a couple of years with Mr S J McCutcheon, where he obtained a thorough insight into the various branches of the trade.

Mr Lapsley acquired the pub in 1891 from William Paton who retired from the trade. The main bar was entered from South Wellington Street, a large well stocked bar and gantry with large casks was a feature of the premises, with little rooms or snug’s taking up the rest of the space. The Family Department (off license) was entered from Caledonia Road which did a great trade on it’s own. Younger’s, Bass’s and Allsopp’s ales were stocked.

Mr William Lapsley

Mr William Lapsley. 1892.

Mr Lapsley’s fame as a footballer had spread all over Scotland. For years he was an active member of the Dumbarton Football Club and after coming to Glasgow he joined the 3rd L.R.V. Club. He was one of the 3rd L.R.V. team when they, for the first and only time, won the Charity Cup. Since he began business on his own account he had practically abandoned participation in football, although an enthusiastic admirer of the game. He devoted all his time in the pub and found it paid better than frittering away his time on the football field.

For the first few months the business was very successful, but when the novelty was over he soon found out who hard it was in those days to run a pub. William struggled and the pub game was not paying and subsequently sold the business after only 19 months or so behind the bar. William Rose a wine and spirit merchant then took over the pub, he had experience in the trade and was quite successful in the time he was here. Like all publican’s, he struggled for a few years during the First World War.

During the 1930s John Milligan was landlord, many will still remember James McKinlay who ran the pub in the 60s until it was finally demolished like most all the other pubs in the Gorbals.

Many will remember this old pub as the Welcome Inn.

Welcome Inn 1960s.

The Welcome Inn. 1960s. On the ground floor of Wellington Corner.

Before this popular pub was called the Welcome Inn it was known as the White Swan, however the locals named it the Mucky Duck.

 

Filed Under: Caledonia Road, CaledoniaRoad, W

Treanor’s.

March 15, 2017 by John Gorevan 1 Comment

Other names for this pub “Tuckers” Pullman Bar” “Ben Cleuch” “McCutcheon’s Bar”

84 Caledonia Road, corner of 69 Florence Street, Gorbals, Glasgow. Demolished.

Treanor’s 1991.

Treanor’s was one of the last pubs to be demolished before the new Gorbals housing estate was built. Treanor’s Bar used to sit on it’s own at the corner of Caledonia Road and Florence Street, however this was not always the case, Caledonia Road was a thriving community of shops tenements and pubs, during the 1950s and 60s many of the old pubs were demolished, the tenement above Treanor’s Bar was also demolished but the pub survived until the 1990s when the new Gorbals was built.

In 1979 Treanors other public house at 53 Cathcart Road was nearly blown up as labourer Ronnie McLachlan kicked a Celtic sports bag which contained a bomb, out of the pub which exploded in the street, hero Ronnie was blown away but survived the blast ex-boxer Derry Treanor surely bought Ronnie a pint for his brave actions. Other well-known Glasgow pubs were also targeted by the UVF , the Old Barns in Carlton, The Clelland Bar in the Gorbals.

Treanor’s Bar from Florence Street.

The history of this old Gorbals landmark can be traced back to 1877, the new occupier of the pub was John T Shaw. Mr Shaw lived in Abottsford Place and served the locals here until 1884.

In 1888 S J McCutcheon became the new proprietor and licensee, McCutcheon was born in Durham, and came to Glasgow at an early age. When he took over the pub in Caledonia Road his name was painted proudly above the doorway, large etched glass windows ran all the way round to Florence Street where the family department was.

Mr S J McCutcheon. 1892.                           McCutcheon’s Pub. 1892.

The interior of the pub was grand with a semi circular bar counter made from solid mahogany. Mr McCutcheon stood sponsor for a special whisky known as “Barley Cream,” which had been strongly recommended by the medical faculty and was famous all over the South Side of the city as a panacea for dyspepsia and various kindered ailments.

Other specialities in the pub was “Old Invalid Port,” twenty four year old in bottles, William Younger’s 90s ale on draught, Reid’s London and Barclay & Perkins imperial stout in bottles.

McCutcheon was a freemason, he was also a strong supporter of the L.R.V. Athletic Club.

Manager of McCutcheon’s, Archibald Montgomery. 1892.

In 1893 McCutcheon employed a Head Barman and manager, Mr Archibald Montgomery, he was a Glaswegian but went to learn the trade in Edinburgh at the Royal Exchange Hotel Bar, High Street, he then went on to work in the Blue Bell Inn, Portobello. Returning to Glasgow he worked with Mr William Craig in the north of the city, anxious to further his career he joined the staff of S J Christie, 33 Cowcaddens before managing McCutcheon’s Bar. Archibald was a good musician and a keen bowler.

In 1894 John Eadie took over the pub, he was in partnership with Mr Henderson of the Glen Leven Vaults, 149 Oxford Street. There were Glen Leven Bars in Argyle Street and Broomielaw. John was a native of Leith but spent most of his life in Glasgow, before becoming a city publican he was a stevedore and measurer.

A special blend of 7 year old Glen Leven whisky matured in sherry casks was sold in the pub for many years. John Eadie went on to own some of the best bars in the city including Eadie’s in West Scotland Street. Rutherglen Road, Watt Street and Bridge Street.

John Eadie left and James Henderson right with etch of The Glen Leven, Oxford Street. 1893.

The Glen Leven, Oxford Street. 1913.

In 1950 John J Simpson took over the licence, the name of the pub then was the Ben Cleuch.

The Ben Cleuch with Jimmy Simpson left and father John Simpson on the right. This image was taken on Florence Street. Thanks to John Simpson.

Left to right John J Simpson, Betty the barmaid and Jimmy Simpson. Thanks to John Simpson. Betty the barmaid was a (hard ticket) you wouldn’t take a burst pay packet home to her.

Three barmen in the Ben Cleuch. Do you know any of the men in this image? If so please leave a comment.

Tuckers from Caledonia Road.

Yet another name this old pub has had over the years “Tuckers.”

In the News 1973…

New Bar is on the right Rails.

Trade guests were invited to the opening of the Pullman Bar, Caledonia Road, Glasgow, and were received by mine host Mr. Gerry Kelly. The original Pullman has disappeared and in its place have arisen an extremely modern and tasteful public bar and lounge bar. The opening ceremony was performed by Mr. T. McMillan, M. P. (Glasgow Central), who is seen (left) with his wife and Mr. Kelly displaying a model of a locomotive and Pullman coach. 1973.

In the NEWS 1976…

Derry Treanor outside his pub at 53 Cathcart Road corner of Hospital Street. 1976.

Ex-boxer Derry Treanor has begun a one-man fight against the planners of Glasgow.

Derry, who has been a publican for the past 10 years says he couldn’t stand aside and watch the planners tear the heart out of the city’s Gorbals. For years now the threat of the demolition hammer has hung over his bar in Cathcart Road which has become an island in a sea of knocked down tenements.

But Derry, who once fought for the Empire and European featherweight title, has refused to throw in the towel, and instead of closing down has done a complete turnaround and built an extension instead.

The 38 year old publican had had enough of planners saying that his pub would have to go, or that a new road would be built through the middle of it.

DO SOMETHING

As he said matter of factly, “If you don’t do something you’re going to be left with nothing.” So turning his back on the threat of compulsory purchase, he rolled up his sleeves and set about building a new lounge bar which will have live entertainment for the people of Gorbals.

Derry has sunk about £2000 into the job which, if he had left it to outside contractor’s, would have cost three times as much. And he just shrugs his shoulders when people say it could be money down the drain as the council could well close his bar, formerly the Regent Bar, within a year.

“There has been talk for as long as I can remember about a new road coming through here, but there is no money these days to build a new road.

“I see no reason why the pub can’t stand for at least another five years. That’s why I’ve put money into the new lounge which will have live Country and Western music for the customers.”

COME BACK

Continued Derry in the Irish accent he has never lost despite settling in Glasgow years ago, “People say, where do your customers come from?” when they look at the vacant ground round about. But Gorbals people come back. You can never keep them away.

“People who have been moved out to Toryglen or Castlemilk still came back here for a chat and a drink. It’s where they belong. They never wanted to move until the planners ruined the city.”

Also read on the last of the Govanhill pubs from 1977.

Facts…

In 1899 there were 95 pubs in the Gorbals ward, 57 in Hutchesontown and 103 in Kingston ward. Caledonia Road had 14 pubs and 2 licensed grocers.

Licence Holders.
1978 G Kelly.
1973-1970 Josephine Kelly Russell.
1960-1950 John J Simpson.
1937 Joseph L Jones
1930-1894 John Eadie.
1893-1888 S J McCutcheon.
1887 William Cahill.
1885 A C Gilmour.
1884-1877 John Thomas Shaw.
Do you know anything about this old Pub? If so please leave a comment and we will post your views.

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Filed Under: Caledonia Road, CaledoniaRoad, T Tagged With: Archibald Montgomery, Ben Cleuch, Caledonia Road, Derry Treanor, Florence Street, Gerry Kelly, Glen Leven Vaults, Jimmy Simpson, John Eadie, McCutcheon's Bar, Pullman Bar, S J McCutcheon, Treanors, Tuckers

Caley Bar.

January 2, 2017 by John Gorevan Leave a Comment

47 Caledonia Road corner of 370 Crown Street, Glasgow. G5. Demolished.

The Caley Bar, image taken from Caledonia Road looking up Crown Street. Thanks to Norrie McNamee.

There has been a public house on this site since 1859. The first licensee was spirit merchant Robert McCormick. He lived with his wife and family at nearby 287 Crown Street. Mr McCormick traded from here until 1872.

The next licensee was George Duncan, a wine & spirit merchant from Caledonia Road (Caley Road). 1873 to 1889.

George Fisher was next on the list of licensees 1889 to 1891.

Over the years many spirit dealers have come and gone including James Dunn 1892-1904, James paid an annul rent of £80.

William Hunter from 1905 to 1927.

William Davidson from 1927 to 1933.

And one of the most famous publicans was Thomas (Tommy) Milligan. Tommy Milligan was not just a great publican he was also a Champion Boxer. Tommy Milligan b02/03/1904 d17/12/1970, was born in Shieldmuir, Wishaw. He was the Scottish Professional Welter/middleweight boxer of the 1920s, who won the Scottish Area welterweight title, the British Empire welterweight title, European boxing British middleweight title.

Many of his fans frequented the pub which was known by the locals as Milligan’s Bar.

Young Thomas (Tommy) Milligan.

Tommy opened another pub at 236 Dalmarnock Road, The Gushet House at the corner of 123 Old Dalmarnock Road.

The Gushet House, corner of Dalmarnock and Old Dalmarnock Road. Thanks to Gordon Adams for the image.

After Tommy Milligan, James G Angus took over on behalf of the West of Scotland Taverns Ltd. He was also licensee of pubs at 382 Argyle Street (the Kendal), 641 London Road (the Station Bar) and 980 London Road (the Wee Ship).

In 1969 George Laird was licensee on behalf of Tennent Caledonian Breweries Ltd.

Do you remember this old east end local? If so please leave a comment.

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Filed Under: C, Caledonia Road, CaledoniaRoad Tagged With: Boxer Tommy Milligan, Caledonia Road, Caley Bar, Crown Street, Gorbals, Gushet House, Old Dalmarnock Road, Robert McCormick, Tennent Caledonian Breweries, Thomas Milligan, West of Scotland Taverns

The Blarney Stone.

November 10, 2016 by John Gorevan 1 Comment

30 Caledonia Road, Gorbals, Glasgow. Demolished.

Blarney Stone. 1991.

It was sad to see this old favourite Gorbals haunt demolished. A new housing development now occupies the site. The Blarney Stone sat at the corner of Caledonia Road and Thistle Street.

This old pub dated back to 1863 when William Ross occupied the premises until the beginning of the 1870s, William also had a pub in John Street. Mrs Paul took over the licence for a few years before William Thomson took over.

Mr Thomson also ran pubs in Thistle Street, Crown Street, London Road, Crownpoint Road. William resided at Hutcheson Square before moving to Langside.

Sam Service took over the business in 1903 until 1930s, Frederick Seils then took over the pub, he had other establishments in Stockwell Street. The Seil’s had the Blarney Stone for over forty years.

The Blarney Stone with flats above date unknown.

The Blarney Stone had a name change when  Augustine (Gus) Seils owned the pub, it changed to “The Gweedore Arms” and was changed back to the Blarney Stone as the locals still called the it Seils and the Blarney Stone. This happened to many pubs in Glasgow, when someone comes up with an idea to change the name of a pub and the locals will still call it by the old name. So all you publican’s out there think very hard before you change the name of your pub.

Thanks to Norrie Mcnamee for this old photograph of the Blarney Stone.

Blarney Stone. 1980s.

Thanks to Willy Devlin for the following email…

I remember the Blarney Stone as the pub my dad always went to every
night. Willie Devlin was his name and he was part of the pub and its
folklore! He helped repair or upgrade parts of the interior along the
way as he was a joiner to trade. We went there as a family 7 brothers an
sisters on occasion and there was always a face you knew and spoke too
and had a laugh! Famous for its pictures of Paul McStay and the Pope
behind the bar it was obvious where its leanings were but I never saw
any trouble in all the years I went. I used to pass it when I was a
young boy and remember there used to be a guy selling papers just around
from it…a guy with a limp!….I remember the day they decided to lay a
new carpet!.OMG it was purples and oranges and I’m sure there were many a
sore heads blamed on the vibrant colours! I was there on the last day
when it closed with my mum, dad, brothers and Wife and it was a sad  but
enjoyable evening. we ended the night by going into the chippy next door
for chips and fritters!.an the short walk home to Oregon Place where my
mum an dad still live….. Its a bar that is forever missed but will be
remembered as it was part of my life and part of my family.

Hope this is ok and you can drop it into your site…well don’t by the
way…the whole place brings back memories of Glasgow!

In the NEWS 1977…

The Blarney Stone has been in the same family for 45 years. 1977. To read more on this article from 1977 click here.

Do you remember this old Pub? If so please leave a comment.

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Filed Under: B, Caledonia Road, CaledoniaRoad Tagged With: Blarney Stone, Caledonia Road, Gorbals, Seils, The Gweedore Arms

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