OS1/31/21/270
| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tumulus | Tumulus Tumulus Tumulus Tumulus Tumulus |
John Thomson Esq. of Houl Mr. James Georgeson, Walls, Mr. Hector McKenzie Teacher, Clothie Mr. William Laurenson, Tenant, Vaila, Mr. John Jeromson, Kirkigarth |
046.15 | An ancient burial mound, situated in "Vaila" a short distance south of "Voe of Vaila" & an 1/8 of a mile west of "Vaila House", On the property of Master R. Scott of Melby, Some years ago an attempt was made by the late Dr. Scott of Melby to excavate this object, but after having employed several days at it the project had to be abandoned in consequence of the workmen coming upon what appeared to be a small chamber, in the interior of the mound, composed of such huge stones that they were unable to remove them for want of proper appliances, |
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[page] 270Parish of Walls Shetland
[signed] James Stuart c/a [Civilian Assistant]
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