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The Genes Reunited community is made up of millions of people with similar interests. Discover your family history and make life long friends along the way.
You will find a close knit but welcoming group of keen genealogists all prepared to offer advice and help to new members.
And it's not all serious business. The boards are often a place to relax and be entertained by all kinds of subjects.
The Genes community will go out of their way to help you, so don’t be shy about asking for help.

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Member Since: February 2005 Posts: 12 Send Message	Patricia	Report	29 Mar 2005 17:40
Member Since: February 2005 Posts: 12 Send Message	A Scotcher is someone who made wedges to stop carts rolling whilst delivering barrels. A 'scotch' was the wedge. Hence the saying to 'scotch' a rumour (to stop) Also there is rumours that Scotcher is a corruption of 'le cher Scot' The Scotchers were Stuarts who followed Bonnie Prince Charlie to France. Later in 1700's they returned with 'corrupted' family names to hide their collaboration. ??? Any other stories/theories would be gratefully received!! Patricia Scotcher

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