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CollectionGB 0231 University of Aberdeen, Special Collections
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Ref NoMS 30/2/251A
TitleDuchess of Gordon to James Beattie
Date31 March 1796
Extent1 Item
Administrative HistoryJane Maxwell, Duchess of Gordon from 1767, when she married the Duke. The nature of the relationship with Beattie with her is problematic, and one aspect of Mrs Beattie's mental disorder was thought to be the intense jealuousy for Beattie's attachement to the Duchess
DescriptionNeither time nor distance can deprive her and hers of that friendship which used to make the joy of her life. Takes first moment to tell him that Louise is to marry Lord Broome, only son of Marquis of Cornwallis. Duke and Duchess of Manchester have two lovely children, and col. Lennox and Lady Charlotte have five children. Duchess has been ill, but is much better. Her amusement is to get commissions and places for unprovided countrymen. Does Beattie have any young friends to provide for? Admiration for Pitt. Archduke has great hopes of beating Buonaparte
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