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List of names as written Various modes of spelling Authorities for spelling Situation Description remarks
MERTON HOUSE Merton House
Merton House
Merton House
Lord Polwarth -
Mr George Deans, Steward -
Mr Robert Inery, Gardener -
030.16 Merton House (the Seat of Lord Polwarth) is an extensive mansion of modern erection, and three stories high; it stands at the south end of the parish - on the north bank of the River Tweed. Sutuated upon a piece of table land, in the midst of an ornamental desmesne, it is a delightful residence, and forby having commodious offices &c. attached, there is also a very fine garden, & every convenience - usually pertaining to the mansions of the rich-
STILEFOOT POOL Stilefoot Pool
Stilefoot Pool
Stilefoot Pool
Mr George Deans, Steward Alexander Purdie, Gamekeeper
Robert Inery, Gardener
030.16 A pool in the River Tweed a short distance westward from Merton House.

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