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James Kirkton, Rev. (1628 - 1699)

Sibbald's reference to his "Friend the Reverend Mr. Kirkton" is probably to James Kirkton, the well-known clergyman and author. Dictionary of National Biography entry: https://doi-org.cyber.usask.ca/10.1093/ref:odnb/15679 Other biography: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Kirkton Relevant locations: Lived at or near Edinburgh, Midlothian
 Relationships: James Kirkton was a friend of Sir Robert Sibbald (15 Apr 1641-1722)

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