Transcript, eighteenth century, of ‘The rival modes’ by James Moore Smythe., 1727.
Scope and Contents
The collection consists of manuscripts on a wide variety of subjects, many copied from manuscript or printed works, and chiefly dating from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. Among them are some account-books, diaries, and other manuscripts of family interest (including a few concerning the 2nd Earl of Buckinghamshire, father of the 6th Marchioness of Lothian), but very few letters.
Dates
- Creation: 1727.
Conditions Governing Access
Normal access conditions apply.
Conditions Governing Use
Normal reproduction conditions apply, subject to any copyright restrictions.
Extent
68 Leaves ; Quarto.
Language of Materials
From the Fonds: Undetermined
Arrangement
68 folios.
Custodial History
The transcript bears the signature 'Emily Castlereagh' and a note, 'Removed from Marble Hill House' (the Countess of Suffolk's villa).
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Repository Details
Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository
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