Deleting photo library, deleting photo library

i've swapped computers, upgraded itunes software etc, and now i'm left with a load of photo library pictures on my iphone 4s that i can't seem to delete taking up all my precious memory.  i;ve tried looking in the sync function, which is how they got there in the first place, but can't get rid of them!

Try going to Settings>General>Usage>Photos & Camera. Swipe to the right over Photo Library, then tap the delete button.

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    MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008)
    OS X YOSEMITE
    Version 10.10.1 (14B25)
    iPhone 4sVersion 8.1.2
    Jello,
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