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CollectionGB 0231 University of Aberdeen, Special Collections
LevelItem
Ref NoMS 30/1/285
TitleTo Margaret Valentine from Peterhead
Date23 June 1788
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
DescriptionGlad painting of house finished. Instructions over where and how the picture is to be stored. Approves of Margaret Valentine going to Montrose to see brother, safely arrived, and father and mother. Will answer Montagu's letter. Health improved, but waters make him drowsy. Sleeps well despite cocks: 'cursed animals'.
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