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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AYRE EMBANKMENT | Ayre Embankment | Mr Heddle Town Clerk Kirkwall Mr Bruce Town House Kirkwall Mr Peace Kirkwall |
108 | This was formerly an Ayre or narrow ridge of earth and stones, separating the Peerie Sea from the Harbour, but is now converted into a road. |
| AYRE MILL (Corn) | Ayre Mill Ayre Mill Ayre Mill |
Mr Heddle Town Clerk Kirkwall Mr Bruce Town House Kirkwall Mr Peace Kirkwall | 108 | A large corn mill near to the mouth of the Peerie Sea, the machinery of which is propelled by steam an water power. By the aid of pullies, the wheel can be raised or lowered to catch the flow & ebb of the tide. Property of the representatives of the late J. Williamson. |
| OUSEMOUTH BRIDGE | Ousemouth Bridge Ousemouth Bridge Ousemouth Bridge |
Mr Heddle Town Clerk Kirkwall Mr Bruce Town House Kirkwall Mr Peace Kirkwall |
108 | A stone Bridge at the mouth of the Peerie Sea. Property of the Road Trustees. Maintained by the County. |
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