| Description | Letter written by [Alexander Gordon, 4th] Duke of Gordon, Gordon Castle to Rev. Duncan Mearns, D.D. He acknowledges recent letter requesting recommendation for preferment but cannot be of assistance on this occasion as duke had previously applied unsuccessfully on behalf of Professor [Patrick] Forbes. If Professor Forbes has not applied again now, Gordon might be able to assist Mearns, whom he advises to contact Lord Aberdeen, who is on the spot in London. |