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List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
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TÒRR NAM BROC | Tòrr nan Broc | George Brydon Shurrery William McDonald Shurrery G. Bain Achnaclie |
016 | A small round heath covered Knoll, all over which is a number of holes, out of which young and old foxes have often been taken. From the name , it is probable that these holes have formerly been that of the Badger, but none of these animals are to be found in this part of the County. |
TÒRR DUBH MÒR | Tòrr Dubh Mòr | George Brydon Shurrery William McDonald Shurrery G. Bain Achnaclie |
016 | A Small heath covered eminence some little distance South east of Beinn nam Bad Beag. The property of the Duke of Portland. |
TÒRR DUBH BEAG | Tòrr Dubh Beag | George Brydon Shurrery William McDonald Shurrery G. Bain Achnaclie |
016 | Another of the Same, lying a little farther south east. Proprietor - His Grace the Duke of Portland. |
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[Page] 52County of Caithness -- Parish of Reay
[Signed] George Rose C. A. [Civilian Assistant]
Tòrr nan Broc [note] Hill of the Badgers
Tòrr Dubh Mòr [note] Large Black Hill
Tòrr Dubh Beag [note] Small Black Hill
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