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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UPPER KIRKTON | Upper Kirkton | John Muir Esqr. Factor Mr. Thomas Bailie Upper Kirkton Mr. James Cochrane Ballochmartin |
216.09 | A Farm House occupied by Messrs. Thomas and Hugh Bailie. The property of The Marquis of Bute, This House was formerly the Manse, |
| GOWK STONE | Gowk Stone Gowk Stone Gowk Stone |
Mr. Thomas Bailie Upper Kirkton Mr. James Cochrane Ballochmartin Mr. Hugh Bailie Upper Kirkton |
216.09 | A Rock about 32 chains North of Upper Kirkton. Doctor Waddall in his description of the Cumbraes mentions this Stone, and Calls it The Deil's [Devil's] Cart. his satanic majesty having thrown it from the opposite Shore of Bute, leaving the impression of his finger in it. It is better known by the name "Gowk Stone" |
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[Page] 26[GOWK STONE] Gowk. The Cuckoo Jamieson [Etymological Dictionary of the Scottish Language]
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