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List of names as written Various modes of spelling Authorities for spelling Situation Description remarks
AIRIDHEAN DUBHA Airidhean Dubha Mr John Morrison
A. A. Carmichael Esq
031 This name is applied to an extensive tract of flatish moorland, on which there are a number of small lochs. It is the property of Sir J. P. Orde and is situate at the north side of Voiskinish. The name signifies "The black shealing".
LOCH BRU Loch a' Bru Mr John Morrison
A. A. Carmichael Esq
031 This name is applied to a portion of Loch an Duin. It is said to be an ancient name, and that a small island near the eastern extremity of this creek, is the site of an ancient dwelling, but I could see no trace of such.
LOCH NA BUAILE Loch na Buaile Mr John Morrison
A. A. Carmichael Esq
031 Is a small loch situate 20 chains north east from Clachan Leastrom. Signification "Fold loch".

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