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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RESERVOIR (Covered) [Peterhead] | Reservoir Reservoir Reservoir |
Mr. Taylor Broad St. Mr. Boyd, Factor Mr. Anderson Solicitor |
023 | A wooden erection, standing behind the Town House, in which the supply of water for the Town is kept. The water is conveyed in pipes a distance of 3 miles or so, prior to the introduction of which a great scarcity was felt by the inhabitants, particularly in the Summer months, the wells in the neighbourhood not being adequate for their wants. |
| TOWN HOUSE [Peterhead] | Town House Town House Town House |
Buchan Directory Boyd Esqr. Factor Mr. Taylor Bookseller |
023 | Erected in 1788, at a cost of about £2000, with spire Clock & bell. It is a massive but not handsome building. The lower flat is used for Cellerage, Fire Engine, Rifle Armoury etc. the second story [Continued on page 64] |
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[Page] 63Town of Peterhead
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