OS1/23/1/19
| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHITALOO POINT | Whitaloo Point Whitaloo Point Whitaloo Point |
Mr H. Leask, Boardhouse. Mr G. Robson, late Teacher Birsay Mr G. Matches, Meikleplank |
088 | A rocky precipitous head land. Situated: immediately N.W. [North West] of ''Long Gloup,'' and about 1/8 mile N.E. [North East] of ''Cliff Geo.'' It is the property of the Earl of Zetland. |
| GLEBNA SKERRY | Glebna Skerry Glebna Skerry Glebna Skerry |
Mr H. Leask, Boardhouse Mr G. Robson, late Teacher Birsay Mr G. Matches Meikleplank |
088 | A small flat rock visible at Low Water: It is situated about 1/8 mile N. [North] of ''Whitaloo Point.'' in the parish of Birsay. |
| LONG GLOUP | Long Glip Long Glip Long Glip Long Gloup |
Mr H. Leask, Boardhouse Mr G. Robson late Teacher, Birsay Mr G. Matches Meikleplank Re submitted & Form adopted in Shetland |
088 | A narrow precipitous Creek about ¼ mile in length: Situated on the east side of ''Whitaloo Point,'' and about an 1/8 mile N. of ''Kerra Glip.'' |
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[page] 19Parish of Birsay -- Orkney
[signed] William Fraser C/A [Civilian Assistant]
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