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CollectionGB 0231 University of Aberdeen, Special Collections
LevelFile
Ref NoMS 3320/1/3/2/3
Alt Ref NoMS 3320/6/107
TitleCorrespondence to Bishop Alexander Jolly, c. 1790 - 1840
Datec. 1790 - 1840
Extent1 file
Custodial HistoryThis file was transferred to the National Records of Scotland by the Diocese in 1983.
DescriptionCorrespondence addressed to Bishop Alexander Jolly at Fraserburgh, c. 1790-1840, largely personal in nature, with copies of some replies. Includes letters as follows:

From Bishop Skinner, concerning a recent synod and the conduct of the Primus on that occasion, 12th June 1828;

From the same on a forthcoming synod, deploring Jolly's intention to be absent. Discusses whether professors of divinity should be ex officio members of the Synod. 15th March 1828;

From John W. Ferguson expressing his wish to enter holy orders and sending testimonials to his life and learning, Arnprior, Forres, 19th November 1832, with subsequent letters concerning Ferguson's entry to the deaconship.
Access StatusClosed
Access ConditionsThis file is held at the National Records of Scotland.
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