OS1/23/1/150
| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOLLAND | Holland Holland Holland |
Mr Phillips occupier Mr D Spence Farmer Folster Mr Magnus Johnston Farmer Queena |
094 | A handsome cottage situated in the district of Marwick about ¼ mile east of Scorn and ½ mile south of ''Dale'' |
| KNOWE OF HOLLAND | Knowe of Holland Knowe of Holland Knowe of Holland |
Mr D Spence Farmer Folster Mr Magnus Johnston Farmer Queena Mr Peter Moar Farmer Spurdagrove |
094 | A small hillock about 130 links in diameter said to be the remains of an ancient brough which may be confirmed with the fact that it has all the appearances known as such throughout the country internally it consists of loose stones and rubbish and the outside of which is covered with a sward of fine grass, no human remains have been found here, though it has been partly excavated recently |
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[page] 150Parish of Birsay -- Orkney
Note The above names are the property of the Earl of Zetland
[signed] Kenneth Campbell C/A [Civilian Assistant]
Transcriber's notes
Knowe of Holland -- O.E. [Old English]Transcribers who have contributed to this page.
Moira L- Moderator, Partan Claws
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