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Highfield Lime and Brickwork, Dalry, North Ayrshire

(Note – SBH – These works were probably associated with the Highfield Colliery which was also owned by the Oliphant family).

Below – 1856 – Highfield Colliery appears to be just west of where the Kersland Colliery. Both appear to have been owned by the Oliphant family.

1882 – 1885 – Highfield Lime and Brickwork, Dalry, North Ayrshire. J Oliphant.

1889 – The Scotsman – The colliery at Messers Oliphant’s pit at Highfield, who struck work on Wednesday last for 6d per day of advance had their terms conceded, and they resume work this morning.

1893 – 1896 – Highfield Lime and Brickwork, Dalry, North Ayrshire. J Oliphant.

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