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CollectionGB 0231 University of Aberdeen, Special Collections
LevelItem
Ref NoMS 30/1/148
TitleTo Madam [the Duchess of Gordon], …, from Aberdeen
Date16 August 1778
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
DescriptionMrs Beattie's alarming illness while Beattie was away. She is improved now, but Beattie will not leave again for Peterhead. Boys well. Explains reasons for Montagu's name. Will send psalmody pamphelet as requested.
Access StatusOpen
Physical Description1 leaf folded
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