Stronsay to Greenland!
Recorded 8 years ago
About this recording
Local historian, author and farmer Morris Pottinger recalls his early life growing up on the island of Stronsay. He describes the herring drifters sailing into Stronsay harbour and how his father’s horses and carts were used during the herring season. He also talks about the handling of cattle, sheep and horses as they were hoisted on to the steamer, heading for Kirkwall. He recalls the pre-war air service to the islands and the medical service on the islands as well as farming on Stronsay and life prior to the introduction of the first tractor when, as a young boy, he was charged with the task of taking horses to the blacksmith. His family moved to Greenland Mains in Caithness therefore Morris makes comparisons between farming in Orkney and Caithness. He describes the dairy, home brewing and weddings in the barn. In this first interview Morris describes island life and farming life from 1929 until 1944.
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Harry Gray
