OS1/4/2/27
| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCHOOL [Kirktown of Alvah] | School (Parish) | Mr James Duncan, Alvah Revd Dr [Reverend Doctor] Todd, Alvah James Ferguson, Hermit Lodge |
010.08 | A commodious house lately built for educational purposes. It is not endowed in any way, except by a small sum from the Dick Bequest. "The Parochial is the only school which has any endowment except one ****. The salary of the Parochial teacher is £30 with a contingent interest in the Dick Bequest. See New Stat. Acct [Statistical Account] |
| HERMIT LODGE | Hermit Lodge | James Ferguson, Tenant Revd Dr [Reverend Doctor] Todd, Alvah Estate Plan |
010.08 | A small house and garden on the estate of Sir G. Abercrombie Bart [Baronet] Forglen. The name is supposed to have originated from the circumstances of an old man of very retired habits having resided here some years since. The adjacent well is of modern construction and was sunk only a few years ago. |
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[page] 27Parish of Alvah -- Co. [County] of Banff
Hermit Well [crossed out] [note] Referral
[signed] John Cameron
Lce Corpl RE. [Lance Corporal Royal Engineers]
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