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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MILNE'S FREE SCHOOL (Endowed) | Milne's Free School | Name cut in the Portico of the building Morayshire Described p [page] 307 Thomas Balmer Esq: |
007.10 | A large and elegant edifice in the Tudor-collegiate Style, erected in 1846. It was built and endowed by a Mortification of 100,000 dollars bequeathed by Alexander Milne, a native of Fochabers. The education is conducted by a Rector, assisted by a Male, a female and pupil teachers. The education afforded qualifies for the University. The tuition, books & Stationery are given gratuitously. The usual attendance is between 250 and 300 scholars. "There is a new academy at the eastern approach of Fochabers, richly endowed by bequest of a native of the name of Mylne" Fullarton's Gazetteer |
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[Page] 73Co [County] Elgin - Ph [Parish] Bellie
[signed] J McDiarmid C.A. [Civilian Assistant]
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