Reclaiming Petition — Sir Robert Burnett of Leys, Baronet; Alexander Irvine, Esq; of Drum; John Menzies, Esq; of Pitfoddells; John Forbes, Esq; of Inverernan; Major James Mercer, of Sunny-bank, and others, Proprietors of certain Salmon-Fishings on t…
Abstract
Pursuers, proprietors of upper salmon-fishings on River Dee, seek removal of artificial obstructions (New Jargie Bank and jetties) constructed by defenders near river mouth, alleging unlawful encroachment that altered river flow and damaged upstream fisheries.