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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KILMARTIN [parish] | Kilmartin | Old Stat [Statistical] Account New Stat [Statistical] Account Fullarton's Gazetteer Origines Parochiales Sheriff's Returns County Directory Post Office Directory Oliver & Boyd's Almanac County Map |
Various | "The name of this parish is derived from Kill, which in the Gaelic language signifies a burial-place, and Martin, or St. Martin, the patron saint to whom it was dedicated. This parish is situated about the centre of the district of Argyle proper, and is nearly co-extensive with the ancient barony of Ariskeodnish, - a name signifying a shealing and sheltered valley with good pasture. The form of the parish is oblong, extending in length, from north-east to south-west, about 12 miles , and in breadth, about 3 1/2 miles. It is bounded on the south-west by Loch Crinan, the northern entrance into the Crinan Canal; on the north-west, by Loch Craignish and the parish of Craignish; on the north-east by the parish of Dalavich; and on the south-east by Loch Awe and the parish of Kilmichael Glassary. The upper or north-east end of the parish stretches, for about 5 miles along the north bank of Lochawe & is much diversified by hill & dale. The land rises [continued on page 2] |
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