Notes, legal papers, and letters concerning the attempts by Alexander Keith of Ravelston and Dunnottar (died 1792) to restore the earldom to George, Earl Marischal (succeeded 1712) and papers concerning the management of the Marischal estate., 1749-1758.
Sub-Series
Identifier: MSS.21180-21181
Scope and Contents
Although there are some originals many of the documents are copies in Alexander Keith's hand and the whole takes the form of a continuous narrative chronicling his attitudes in these matters. As such, the papers provide an interesting insight into his lifestyle as well as the affairs of the Keith estate.
The papers were at some time bound as one volume.
Dates
- Creation: 1749-1758.
Conditions Governing Access
Normal access conditions apply.
Conditions Governing Use
Normal reproduction conditions apply, subject to any copyright restrictions.
Extent
2 Volumes ; Folio and under.
Language of Materials
From the Series: Undetermined
Repository Details
Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository
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Archives and Manuscript Division
National Library of Scotland
George IV Bridge
Edinburgh EH1 1EJ
0131 623 3700
manuscripts@nls.uk