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CollectionGB 0231 University of Aberdeen, Special Collections
LevelItem
Ref NoMS 30/2/11
Alt Ref NoMS 30 c.11
TitleAnne Arbuthnot to James Beattie from Peterhead
Date5 October 1767
Extent1 Item
Administrative HistoryMrs Anne Arbuthnot [1709?-1795]. Aunt of Robert Arbuthnot and widow of a sea captain who died in 1740. Beattie frequently lodged with her on his visits to Peterhead, and greatly respected her intellect and critical judgement. Mrs Montagu granted her an annuity in 1784
DescriptionCongratulations on marriage. She has been entertained by perusal of MS [Essay on Truth]. she makes detailed comments.
Access StatusOpen
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