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OS1/15/16/19
| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BILSDEAN T.P. | Bilsdean T.P. [Turnpike] Bilsdean T.P. [Turnpike] |
George Affleck William Gordon |
012 | [Situation] About 5/8 of a mile N.N.W. [North North West] from Dunglas. A turnpike gate on the road leading from Dunbar to Berwick, with dwelling house attached; the property of the road trustees. |
| SCHOOL [Bilsdean] | School School |
George Affleck Thomas Cairns |
012 | [Situation] About 1/2 a mile North by West from Dunglas. A school-house one story high and in good repair; at present occupied as a school; the average number attending it is about 55; & the usual branches are taught. The Schoolmaster Salary is derived from School fees, besides £5.0.0 a year from Sir J. Hall. |
Continued entries/extra info
[Page] 19Parish of Oldhamstocks
[Margin note] Page in form 136--68 & 64
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CorrieBuidhe- Moderator, Jill S
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