OS1/15/43/10B
| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Port | West Port West Port |
Daniel Stewart Mr. Johnston |
[Situation] Westward from Lennoxlove. The western gate or approach to the mansion house of Lethington or Lennoxlove. |
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[Page] 10b"A mile and a quarter south of the town stands the mansion of Lennoxlove anciently Called Lethington
"the seat of Lord Blantyre. Part of it consisting chiefly of a square tower was built by the Giffords
"and dates high in antiquity and as a fortalice is of surpassing Strength and height. Lethington was
"the birthplace and residence of John Duke of Lauderdale the home of Secretary Maitland and Sir
"Richard Maitland and for a long period the chief seat of the Lauderdale family." etc.
Fullarton's Gazetteer of Scotland
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