In 1919 I thought there was room for a Society to gather together the Scots and their families in and around Watford and I discussed the matter with Mr Ramsey. The result was a talk in my house in Upton Road at which Mr Ramsey, Mr Scully, Mr James Mackie and Mr Scott were present. The outcome was that Mr Scully agreed to act as Secretary pro tem and invitations were sent to all known Scots to meet in Bucks room to further the project. '
'The meeting took place and it was agreed to for a "WEST HERTS SCOTTISH SOCIETY" to promote social intercourse among Scots in the district, and to encourage a knowledge of Scottish Literature and Music among members and especially the families of those members.'
'The society went on steadily growing and proving by the interest of the members, that it filled a place in the Community'
William Park Porter 9.7.1941
Dr W Park Porter, President 1919 - 1921
Dr J Kirkwood, President 1921 - 1922
David Blackley JP President 1922 - 1923
James Patterson Esq., President 1924 - 1925
A Forbes Esq., President 1926 - 1927
Scots Reunion, Watford Observer 25.10.41: The West Herts Scottish Society had their annual reunion at the Oakley Studios on Thursday last. The president (Mr Chalmers) and his wife welcomed members and guests, Although unable to gain the services of a band or piper, the dancers were well served by Mr Shanks and friend, who played throughout the evening. The M.C. was kilted Mr Alastair Rose, who sang in Gaelic, and led, with the assistance of Mrs Hutcheon, the singing of Scottish songs.
Past Presidents (Left to Right): , Mr N MacLean, 1932 - 1933; Mr Balfour Millar, 1928 - 1929; Mr David Blackley, 1922 - 1923; Mr J Newcater, 1935 - 1936; Mr A Chalmers, 1941 - 1946; Mr R F Jolly 1934 - 1935; Mr J MacFarlane, 1923 - 1924