James was an adherent of the 'Auld Licht' style of religion and rented at 10/8 per year one of the most expensive pews in Mauchline church.Boyle (1996), Page 6 James was rigid and austere, apparently living an exemplary life.McKay (2004), Page 151 Robert Burns-Begg, Burns' great-nephew, states that in contrast to her husband, Mary Armour was "Partaken somewhat of the gay and frivolous.".McKay (2004), Page 151
