OS1/10/28/21
| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOCHWOOD MOSS | Lochwood Moss Lochwood Moss Lochwood Moss |
James Wells (Farmer) Robert Proudfoot (Weaver) John Waugh (Woodman) |
024; 033 | A large extent of flow Moss which at one time completely surrounded the Tower of Lochwood, but a great part of it having been drained it is now good land, but the remainder it is almost impossible to cultivate on account of its depth and softness. |
| LOCHWOOD WOOD | Lochwood Wood Lochwood Wood Lochwood Wood |
Robert Proudfoot (Weaver) David Johnstone (Wood Forester) John Waugh (Woodman) |
024 | A large extent of Natural Wood surrounding Lochwood Tower, it is composed chiefly of Oak and Ash some of which have grown to a great size, while others seem to have decayed away in the Heart. Lochwood Wood is the name known for this wood whether this is right or Lochwood is best for this office. |
| MOSSLANDS | Mosslands Mosslands Mosslands |
On Lease so named in the Tenant's, Lease and Receipt James Johnstone (Farmer) James Wells (Farmer) |
024 | A substantial Farm House with Offices attached, on the East side of Dumfries and Edinburgh road. The houses are slated and in good repair. Occupant James Wells |
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21, Parish of Johnstone Plan 24.11 Trace No. 5.Mosslands situation 3/4 mile south west from Stockholm
Lochwood Wood situation At the east side of Lochwood Moss
Charles J Fearnside
Sapper R. E. [Royal Engineers]
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