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CollectionGB 0231 University of Aberdeen, Special Collections
LevelItem
Ref NoMS 30/1/268
TitleTo the Duchess of Gordon from Edinburgh
Date26 June 1787
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
DescriptionGreat gratitude to Duchess for trouble she has taken. Beattie leaving for London tomorrow. If he misses Duchess, asks how to get access to Lord Sydney and bring matter to a conclusion. Would like to see Pitt and thank him for honouring Minstrel with his notice. Refers to Maxwell and Gordon families.
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