OS1/34/40/7
| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCHOOL [Linlithgow] | School School |
Mr Oat Schoolmaster Linlithgow James Brown Schoolmaster Linlithgow |
003 | [Situation] A little N. [North] of the W. [West] end of High Street & 3 chains E.N E [East North East] of West Port Well A small house one story high, and in middling repair. The branches taught are those usually taught in a country school. It is large enough to afford accommodation for about 50. The average number of attendants is about 25. James Brown is the Schoolmaster; who has the school fees for his salary. The house belongs to Mr Glen. |
| WEST PORT WELL | Westport Well Westport Well West Port Well West Port Well West Port Well West Port Well |
Mr Brockley Tinsmith Linlithgow Mr Oat Schoolmaster Linlithgow Mr Waldie Linlithgow Mr Brockly Linlithgow Mr Henderson Linlithgow Mr Sanders Linlithgow |
003 | [Situation] At the W. [West] end of High Street and nearly opposite West Port House A large octangular pillar about 10 feet high built of stone. It is what is termed a selfacting pump. It owes its name to the circumstance of being situated at the end of the West Port. It is situated in High Street. |
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