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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POINT OF BUCKQUOY | Point of Buckquoy Point of Buckquoy Point of Buckquoy |
Mr G. Robson, late teacher, Birsay Mr H. Leask, Boardhouse Mr W. Taylor, Hawin |
088 | A low promontory situated the N. [North] western extremity of the Mainland of Orkney, and separated from "Brough of Birsay". by "Brough Sound." It is the property of the Earl of Zetland. |
| BROUGH SOUND | Brough Sound Brough Sound Brough Sound |
Mr G. Robson, late teacher Birsay Mr H. Leask, Boardhouse Mr W. Taylor, Hawin |
088 | A Rocky channel dry at low water, and separating ''Brough of Birsay'' from ''Point of Buckquoy.'' |
| BURRA TAING | Burra Taing Burra Taing Burra Taing |
Mr H. Leask Boardhouse Mr G. Robson, late teacher, Birsay Mr W. Taylor, Hawin |
088 | A small narrow point visible at Low Water, and situated at the south west corner of ''Brough Sound'' |
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[page] 11Parish of Birsay -- Orkney
[signed] William Fraser C/A [Civilian Assistant]
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