OS1/31/1/50
| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallow Hill | Gallow Hill Gallow Hill Gallow Hill |
Mr Joseph Irvine Mr John Irvine Mr William Irvine |
052.11 | This name applies to a Small Hill a short distance West of the Law-ting Holm Where the Chief Foudi and his Radmen held their Law Courts in former times. the Criminals Condemned to death were dispatched under Escort and executed in sight of the Gathered Assembly and those whose crimes were considered more hinious were left Hanging in chains for a certain time this more to impress the natives with the majesty of the law |
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[Page] 50Parish of Tingwall -- Shetland
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