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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE LECK | Leac of Gerston The Leck |
J.C. Swanson Esq Gerston Mr Donald McKay, HalKirk Mr B. Davidson, Gerston Estate Plan |
017 | This name applies to a flat rock in the bed of the river near Gerston - which is always visible except when the river is flooded - |
| ACHIES | Auchins Achies |
Estate Plan Mr. Logan Rent Roll Mr B. Davidson Gerston |
017 | a small croft situated close to the farm of Gerston; the property of Sir T. Sinclair Bart. [Baronet] Thurso Castle. |
| MOSS OF HALKIRK | Moss of Halkirk | Alexander Sutherland Donald McKay James Steven |
017 | Applies to a small peat moss which is being reclaimed; the property of Sir J.G.T. Sinclair Bart. [Baronet] This moss is situated adjacent to the village of Halkirk, but it is only used by a few of the inhabitants the, the principal moss being midway between Halkirk and Harpsdale. |
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