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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
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| SCHOOL [nr Eastbank] | School (Boys & Girls) | Mr John Forbes Schoolmaster Mr. James Shearer Freehall Mr. John Maxwell Blinkbonnie Stronsay | 098 | This name applies to a Board School Situated near the South-east end of the Island of Stronsay, about two miles South-east of the post office, It is built of stone, one Storey, and in good repair, With a fine dwelling house attached to the North end two Storeys, Slated, and in good repair. It is known by the name of South female and infant School, with the ordinary branches of Elementary education taught, together with knitting sewing etc. It is entirely supported by Government Grant and Children's fees Under the supervision of the School board And the Female Teacher who conducts the School holds a Government Certificate Average attendance fifty-six And was erected A.D. 1876 And is on the property of Colonel Balfour |
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Orkney Parish of StronsaySigned: James Boyle C/A
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