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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FURNACE | Furnace Furnace Furnace Furnace |
James Robertson Esqr. Revr. [Reverend] Neil McPherson Alexander Irvine New Stat [Statistical] Account |
140 | A Small village on the west shore of Loch Fine, distant about 7 1/2 miles from Inverary, Porphyritic Quarries are extensively wrought, principally for the manufacture, or making, of street paving stones, tramways are laid down for the convenience of working and shipping. About the end of last century Iron was manufactured here, by a company from Wales, from whence the ore was shipped, charcoal being easily obtainable from the extensive natural hardwood forests of the district. The furnace remains or ruin still exist, as also other buildings in connection therewith, several of which are converted into dwelling houses It is chiefly inhabited by fishermen, Contains a Post office, and derives the name from the above erection, which ceased to work about 50 years ago. |
| BARR NA H-AIRE | Barr na-h Aire | James Robertson Esqr. Revr. [Reverend] Neil McPherson Alexander Irvine New Stat [Statistical] Account |
140 | An eminence overlooking the above village Sign, [Signification] Hill of the watch |
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[Page] 80Argyllshire -- Parish of Inverary
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