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CollectionGB 0231 University of Aberdeen, Special Collections
LevelItem
Ref NoMS 30/2/555
TitleDuchess of Gordon to James Beattie from Aberdeen
Date31 October 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
DescriptionSorry not to have seen Beattie. Asks for very long letter. nothing makes her so happy as to hear from Beattie. Best wishes to the Professor. What shall she say to Mr Pitt about Beattie's work?
Access StatusOpen
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