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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLAVIE | Clavie Clavie Calvie |
Rev. [Reverend] Mr. Garroch Mr. R. P. Robertson Mr. A Fraser Mr Young Elgin |
001.15 | This name applies to a small circular erection of Freestone situated upon a small eminence known as the Doorie, the Clavie stands about four feet high and three feet in diameter. There is an old custom adopted by the villagers of having a Barrel filled with Tar and grease brought to the South East corner of the village upon the last night of the year (Old Style) there it is set upon fire and carried round the village by the Fishermen, no landsman being allowed to take any part in Carrying it, and after encircling the village it is taken to this erection called the Clavie and allowed to Consume what remains of the Barrel but very often fresh fuel is heaped upon the burning remains extending the Ceremony over several hours. The origin of this peculiar custom is involved in the deepest obscurity. Some believe it was introduced by the Romans and that the name Clavie is derived fro the Latin word Clavis, a nail - Witches being frequently put to death in a Barrel Stuck full of Iron Spikes. W Young Esqr. proprietor. |
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