OS1/11/96/19
| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND MACHINE WORKS [Leith Walk] | Engine and Machine WorKs Engine and Machine WorKs |
Cards of Delivery Mr. J. Slight Proprietor |
[Situation] On the East side of Leith walk, corner of Lovers Lane This is a well conducted establishment in which machines and engines of various Kinds are manufactured. There are a great number of Agricultural machines manufactured here. This place is also noted for the manufacture of a peculiar Kind of engine for the maKing of Biscuits for various departments. There are a great number of machines and engines manufactured here for exportation to various parts of the world, as well as for home use, Glass cutting is also done here. There are about 45 men on average constantly employed in this establishment |
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[Page] 19Parish off South Leith
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This Name Book refers to Edinburgh 1852 - Sheet 25OS large scale Scottish town plans, 1847-1895 - Scale: 1:1:1056
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