1878 Dec 24 born Lanark. Son of James & Jane Welsh
1881 census in Glasgow, His father was born Ireland and was a Quarryman
| Household Members | Age | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| James Welsh | 36 | Head |
| Jeanie Welsh | 35 | Wife |
| William Welsh | 10 | Son |
| Maggie Welsh | 9 | Daughter |
| Jeanie Welsh | 9 | Daughter |
| James Welsh | 6 | Son |
| Archbald Welsh | 4 | Son |
| George Welsh | 2 | Son |
1891 census in Glasgow. He is a Message Boy
| Household Members | Age | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| Jane Welsh | 45 | Head |
| William Welsh | 20 | Son |
| Margt Welsh | 19 | Daur (Daughter) |
| Jane Welsh | 19 | Daur (Daughter) |
| James Welsh | 16 | Son |
| Arch Welsh | 14 | Son |
| George Welsh | 12 | Son |
| Joseph Boswell | 22 | Boarder |
| Robt Skelly | 21 | Boarder |
| Thomas Howeson | 24 | Boarder |
1911 Aug 24 married Lanark
1921 Jun 29 enlisted with RIC no 82150. ex-soldier & barman
1922 Jan 26 Disbanded