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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. X).
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Surthe, n. (? Erron. for Church(e n.) —1664 Lauderdale P. I 200.
Ther insolensies hes bin great so as to reffyous the minester lodgieng, and not alouieng the bells to be rung [pr. rnng], and uhen a stranger did ring, non uold cum to the surthe bot did scould and threatien the ministear
