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CollectionGB 0231 University of Aberdeen, Special Collections
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Ref NoMS 30/1/232
TitleTo Margaret Valentine from Peterhead
Date12 September 1783
Extent1 Item
Administrative HistoryMargaret Valentine [1763-1836]. Beattie's niece, daughter of his sister Jean Valentine. From 1783 she spent increasing amount of time managing Beattie's household, and became his housekeeper in the 1790s. She married George Glennie - Beattie's assistant -in 1797. She inherited Beattie's possessions, including Reynolds portrait
DescriptionAbout pensions and possible new employment for naval nephews, James and David Valentine. He sends copies of a letter from Beattie to Dr Guthrie, physician to the Empress of Russia offering their services. James lost an eye at Barfleur.
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