Literary notes about Balter (AI summary)
The word "balter" is used in literature as a proper noun that designates significant locations and institutional or historical entities. In one account, it appears as a geographical landmark—Balter Spruit—which serves as a directional reference within a larger narrative [1]. In another work, the invocation of a religious figure, saint Balter, imbues the word with a sense of historical and ceremonial gravitas [2]. Additionally, its use in naming a building anchors the term in a modern, urban context, highlighting its versatility in denoting both place and purpose [3, 4].
- The left horn was seen marching in the direction of Balter Spruit for over three hours before the men of the right horn made their appearance.
— from History of the Zulu War by Alexander Wilmot - But this Aulafe in the yeare following, after he had destroied the church of saint Balter, and burned Tinningham, departed this life.
— from Holinshed Chronicles: England, Scotland, and Ireland. Volume 1, Complete by William Harrison - It was in the Balter Building, the only one there.
— from Warren Commission (11 of 26): Hearings Vol. XI (of 15) by United States. Warren Commission - I don't remember exactly the name of the organization right now, but the organization was in the Balter Building, I think, in the second floor.
— from Warren Commission (11 of 26): Hearings Vol. XI (of 15) by United States. Warren Commission