OS1/15/19/61
List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
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YESTER | Yester | Henry Davidson Esqr. HolynbanK Gifford James Wilson Sheriffside |
015 | A large and handsome mansion in the modern style of Architecture, situated on the south banK of Yester Water & surrounded by large trees, woods, & ornamental ground. It is the property and residence of the Marquis of Tweeddale - about a mile to the east stands Yester Castle, which was the ancient family residence - and at about a 100 yards distance is the ancient Church of St Bathans - A short distance to the west is a large Kitchen & ornamental garden and Suitable offices - This name is said to be of Cambrio British origin, and signifies a Strath. |
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[Page] 61List of Names collected by Robert Miller c/a [civilian assistant]
Plan & Trace 15 B 3
Parish - Yester
Object
Yester - A house
[Signed] Robert Miller c.a. [civilian assistant]
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