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CollectionGB 0231 University of Aberdeen, Special Collections
LevelItem
Ref NoMS 3898/2/1/3/6
TitleLetter from William Stewart in London to his mother, Lady Hazelside
Date21 August 1660
Extent2 items
DescriptionLetter from William Stewart, at court in London in the Restoration year 1660, to his mother, the Lady Hesilsyde; on his hopes of obtaining a place: 'all places were bespoken ere the Kings Maiestie came over', and his shortage of money: 'I am scarce off Money and so are Most here off our Countrie' Signed 'Your obedient sone and servant whil I live W Stewart'
With additional postscript by William [?] Lindsay presenting his compliments to Lady Hazelside and her relatives. Addressed 'For the Lady Hesilsyde' and dated 'London, 21 August 60'
Item 7 on inventory; with 18th-century copy
Access StatusOpen
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