“This is the mansion house of the estate recently bought by the Government for military purposes. They purpose erecting barracks capable of accommodating some 20,000 men, and in summer it is expected there will be any number up to 40,000.” Meisenbath. Posted 09/01/1903. Ian Lowes Collection.
“We are having very nasty weather here it has been cold and wet since yesterday afternoon. Have just got off Guard after being on for over 24 hours with about one hours sleep.” Reliable Series. Posted 25/07/1904. Ian Lowes Collection.
“From your brother Private J Stenhouse, 7th Voluntary Battalion, The Royal Scots Camp, Hawick.” Valentine Postcard. Posted 24/07/1905. Ian Lowes Collection.