The death took place in the cottage hospital, after a short illness, of Mr Robert McConchie, photographer, Ms Mary Street, Kirkcudbright. Mr McConchie, who was 67 years of age, was a member of an old Kirkcudbright family. His father carried out a tailoring business in the town in which he was succeeded by his son.
Deceased gave up the business some years ago, and started photography, at which he was an expert.
He is survived by a widow.