OS1/23/12/91
| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GALLOW HA' | Gallows Ha' Gallow Ha' |
Mr Heddle, Town Clerk Mr Bruce, Kirkwall Mr Green Auctioneer Kirkwall Adopted |
108 | The top of the hill directly south of the Town is termed Gallowhill, and was the place where, in early times, those found practising the devilish art of witch-craft suffered the last penalty of the law. |
| LAINGBRAE | Laingbrae | Mr Heddle, Town Clerk Mr Bruce, Kirkwall Mr Green Auctioneer Kirkwall |
108 | A neat cottage situated to the south of Gallowhall having garden and outhouses attached |
Transcriber's notes
The title "Gallow Hill" has been deleted, but the description seems to apply to it and "Gallow Ha"', so it has been transcribed in full.Transcribers who have contributed to this page.
MoragSinclair, Kugi
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