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  <dc:title>Sir William Forbes to James Beattie from Edinburgh</dc:title>
  <dc:description>Find it whispered that it would be extremely agreeable for Beattie be a candidate, even for a chair of Natural Philosophy. Forbes doubtful if Beattie would want to make this change in his studies but it is pleasant to be an object of general good wishes. If Beattie does decide to think seriously of this business Forbes hopes that Mr Keith [of Ravelstone] will withdraw. Otherwise Forbes' unfortunate pre-engagement would prevent him exerting him on Beattie's behalf </dc:description>
  <dc:date>22 October 1773</dc:date>
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