OS1/10/11/169
| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COLLINS CLOSE [Dumfries] | Collins Close Collins Close Collins Close |
Mr. CraiK J.H.Bell R. Kemp Esqre. |
055 | [Situation] To the N.W. [North West] of Threshies Close on the West Side of St. Michael St. and leading to the Dock A narrow Close or Alley branching from St. Michael Street to the Dock, paved And walled in on each Side .- At the end of this Close adjoining St. Michael St. formerly stood an old building 3 Storeys high which was called the Bishops Lodging , which was pulled down about 16 years ago, it being then in a dilapidated state. It is generally supposed or asserted by tradition that it was the occasional residence of the Bishop of Galloway.- It is also said that a small Chapel once stood somewhere near it called St. Allans on the Brae - Any trace of which cannot now be found . It is liKely this Chapel stood somewhere in the vicinity of St. Allans ' Wells.- |
| NITH LODGE | Nith Lodge Nith Lodge |
Mr. CraiK R. Kemp Esqre. |
055 | [Situation] About 8 Chains W. [West] by North of St. Michaels Church A neat Cottage residence two Storeys high with a Small ornamental garden attached |
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