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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Quotation dates: 1589, 1662
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Bell-tow. [Tow n.] A bell-rope. 1589 Perth Kirk S. 265.
To cause the said David hing up the bell-tows again 1662 Lamont Diary 192.
After sermon ended, … ther was delivered to him the bibell, the keys of the church doore and the belltou 1662 Ib. 195.
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