Alexander Runciman

(say 1786 - bet. 1831 - 1841)
Possible fatherThomas Runciman (cir. Jul 1762 - bet. 1841 - 1851); A Thomas was the witness to the baptisms for several of Alexander's children, but we do not know whether or not this Thomas was a tailor, or a hind
Possible motherJean Simpson (say 1760 - )
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BirthAlexander Runciman was born say 1786 ?Par. of Dunbar, Haddington, East Lothian, Scotland
MarriageHe married Joan Manderson 29 May 1810 Dunbar, Haddington, East Lothian, Scotland, Banns 18th Innerwick read: 'Innerwick May 18th booked names in order to marriage. Alexander Runciman in this parish and Joane (sp) (illegible) Manderson in the parish of Dunbar.
Thomas Runciman for the bridegroom and William Manderson for the bride Cautioners. Proclaimed according to order and married.' 
DeathAlexander Runciman died bet. 1831 - 1841 ?Par. of Dunbar, Haddington, East Lothian
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Last Edited16 Apr 2010

Family

Joan Manderson (cir. 1788 - bet. 1851 - 1861)
Children
  • Thomas Runciman (Jun 1811 - bet. 1816 - 1818)
  • Alexander Runciman (May 1816 - Oct 1872)
  • Thomas Runciman (Jul 1818 - May 1868)
  • John Runciman (cir. 1829 - aft. 1901)
  • Agnes Runciman (cir. 1831 - bet. 1861 - 1868)