OS1/11/70/63
| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHURCH [Dalkeith] | Church (Ph) [Parish] | Mr Ballantyne Sessional School John Gray Grocer High St |
A large and well constructed building on the NW [North West] side of High St formerly in the Gothic Style of Architecture but now thro [through] the repairs it has undergone it appears in the modern Style as at its east end is the old Chancel or Choir (in ruins) and from its appearance it seems to be of very Ancient Construction. It is said that Cromwell made a Stable of the Church at the time he demolished Buccleuch Castle It is also said to be one of the oldest churches in Scotland It has been disused for the last 3 or 4 years in consequence of it being in dilapidated state, at the NW [North West] side of the Chancel is the Vault or burying Place of the Buccleuch family The officiating minister is the Revd [Reverend] Mr Wright | |
| GRAY'S CLOSE [Dalkeith] | Grays Close | John Gray Grocer High St D. Gilmour ShoemaKer High St |
A narrow passage on the W [West] side of High St [Street] the houses are of an inferior description and are Chiefly occupied by labourers |
Continued entries/extra info
[Page] 63List of Names collected by J Early c/a [Civilian Assistant]
[Sheet] 2 [Trace] 2
[Parish] Dalkeith
[Object]
Church - house
Grays Close - passage
[Signed] John Early Ca [Civilian Assistant] 21st June 1852
Transcriber's notes
This Name Book refers to Dalkeith 1852 - Sheet 2OS large scale Scottish town plans, 1847-1895 - Scale: 1:1056
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Bizzy- Moderator, JCB
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