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List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
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MAARI | Mairi Mairidh Maari |
Mr John Morrison A. A. Carmichael Esq J. Macdonald Esq Factor North Uist A. McLean Gamekeeper North Uist |
031 | This name applies to a prominent hill near the north edge of the parish of North Uist, and 5 miles north west from Lochmaddy. It is covered with heathy pasture, and is the property of Sir J. P. Orde. |
GILL' AN TRUISALAIDH | Gill' an Truisealaidh Gill an Truisullie |
Mr John Morrison A. A. Carmichael Esq |
031 | Is applied to a standing stone situate in the opening between Maari and Bealach Maari. It is 6 feet above ground, is 18 inches broad and 18 inches thick. The name signifies "Kilted boy". |
CROGARY MORE | Crogary More Crogary Mor |
Mr John Morrison A. A. Carmichael Esq J. Macdonald Esq Factor A. McLean Gamekeeper |
031 | This name is applied to a prominent pointed hill situate 1/2 mile north east from Maari. It is well known by mariners by the name of "Kettle head". It is the property of Sir J. P. Orde. |
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