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CollectionGB 0231 University of Aberdeen, Special Collections
LevelItem
Ref NoMS 30/1/342
TitleTo Margaret Valentine from Aberdeen
Date29 October 1793
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 the death of Mrs Valentine. Does not think Margaret Valentine should remain long at Montrose. Regrets he cannot attend funeral - health worse, vertigo etc. But will send Montagu and nephew [James Beattie]. Black suit being made for Montagu.
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