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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKERR HUWA | Skerr Huwa Skerr Huwa Skerr Huwa |
Mr James Philips Craiglands Mr G. Robson late Teacher, Birsay Mr H. Leask, Boardhouse |
088 | A low water rock in connection with the High Water at ebb tides: It is Situated about 1/8 mile W. [West] of ''Point of Snusan,'' and about ¼ mile N. [North] of ''Choin.'' |
| POINT OF SNUSAN | Point of Snusan Point of Snusan Point of Snusan |
Mr Henry Moar, Lea Mr G. Robson, late Teacher, Birsay Mr H. Leask, Boardhouse |
088 | A low blunt headland: Situated about ¼ Mile South of ''Earl's Palace,'' and about 1/8 mile east of ''Skerr Huwa,'' It is the property of the Earl of Zetland. On this point is erected a battery for the Artillery Volunteers. |
| CHOIN | Choin Choin Choin |
Mr H. Leask Boardhouse Mr G. Robson late Teacher, Birsay Mr Henry Moar Lea |
088 | A Small pool formed at low water: It is Situated under H.W.M. [High Water Mark] and on the N.W. [North West] side of ''Vodrus.'' in the parish of Birsay. |
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[page] 49Parish of Birsay -- Orkney
[signed] William Fraser C/A [Civilian Assistant]
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