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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LINGA HOLM | Linga Holm Linga Holm Linga Holm |
Mr. John Forbes Schoolmaster Mr. Meil Post Master Mr Peter Reed Viewfield Stronsay Johnstons Map of Sheltand Admiralty Chart |
092 | This name applies to a small island situated on the west side of the north end of Stronsay. About a halfmile from the shore, It is covered with rough pasture There is said to have been an old Chapel on this island but cannot now be pointed out, about the centre of the island is four ancient looking mounds with loose stones appearing amongst the earth which probably were ancient buildings but nothing is know of them. |
| SOUTH TAING | South Taing South Taing South Taing |
Mr. Horne Factor, Eday Mr. Malcolm Scott |
092 | This name applies to a small point situated on the south east end of Linga Holm. It is covered with rough pasture and is the property of Colonel Balfour Shapinshay Owner of all the Island of Linga |
| TUMULUS [three times, Linga Holm] | Tumulus Tumulus Tumulus |
Mr. Horne Factor, Eday Mr. Malcolm Scott |
092 | Supposed to be Tumuli about the centre of the island is four ancient looking mounds with loose stones appearing amongst the earth which probably were ancient buildings but nothing is know of them. |
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Page signed off: James Boyle C ATranscriber's notes
Under the heading 'Various modes of Spelling the same Names' Holm of Midgarth has been crossed out.Transcribers who have contributed to this page.
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