24 March 1772

D'Auvergne, James, fl. 1771-1788

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

He is feeling better and will search for "the late Mr. Durell's book of Orders" when he returns to town.

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26 March 1772

D'Auvergne, James, fl. 1771-1788

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

He is sending a package to Picadilly for Nancy. The price of firewood has compelled him to switch to coal, but he must first find the grates to burn it on.

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28 March 1772

D'Auvergne, James, fl. 1771-1788

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

Business concerning the execution of Vice-Admiral Philip Durell's will. He says he will send Nancy to a boarding school if she is causing trouble for the Maugers.

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31 March 1772

D'Auvergne, James, fl. 1771-1788

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

Discusses adapting fireplaces to burn coal.

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2 April 1772

D'Auvergne, James, fl. 1771-1788

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

He may have "a touch of the gout." Miss Durell has a disagreeable nature and if she persists in her behavior after "serious advice," she must leave Mauger's house.

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24 April 1772

D'Auvergne, James, fl. 1771-1788

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

Comments about the weather and gives news of friends.

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2 May 1772

D'Auvergne, James, fl. 1771-1788

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

Mrs. Mauger wants Miss Durell out of the house.

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June 11, 1785

Luxe, George, fl. 1785

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Macaulay

He refers to the Campaign of 1776 as "the most glorious epoch of this command." He praises Washington extensively in battle and as a national leader. He will research details on the Revolution for her.

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30 November 1763

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Poem

Title: [On W Macaulays History of England]

Examines the role of women.

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September 1766

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Manuscript document signed

Title: [epitaph]

Memorializes George Maculey after his death as a man of learning and social perfection, devoted to family and country.

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March 1, 1791

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Samuel Adams

This is a draft. She writes about affairs in Europe with the French Revolution and resulting implications, and hopes to hear from him.

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September 4, 1768

Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catherine Macaulay

He inquires after her health. He is without money and the "common decencies of my rank & character." He speaks of a tendency to remove oneself from public life for mental relaxation, and of matrimony. He wishes to discuss the affairs of America. The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829).

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February 12, 1769

Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Macaulay

Typed Copy of GLC 01794.05 The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

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June 9, 1769

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Earl of Buchan

She thanks him for entertaining her. She saw his wife and sister while they were in London. She is sorry to hear about his health. The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

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June 25, 1769

Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Macaulay

The local common people are simple and congenial to the spirit of liberty but are entrenched in the feudal system, making civil government weak and ineffective. He writes of Presbyterian tendencies to choose local pastors at the destruction of revolutionary patronage. He comments on the popularity of her writing. The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

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1770

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Earl of Buchan

Letter written on verso of E. Dilly to Catherine Macaulay on January 5, 1770 discussing how she has suffered poor health. She looks forward to publications of greater consequence. She hopes conditions improve for his family. Previous letter from E. Dilly on the verso, crossed out The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

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January 21, 1771

Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catherine Macaulay

He reports the undercurrents of the recent elections in Scotland and the state of the "spirit of liberty." He plans to erect a temple to liberty and learning near his home. The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

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July 22, 1771

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Earl of Buchan

She comments on the state of the Scottish elections. She appreciates the place he has given her in his temple of liberty and learning and is grateful for their friendship. She plans a seaside trip for sea bathing for her health. The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

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October 8, 1774

Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Macaulay Graham

He associates his attachment to the liberties of mankind with Catharine Macaulay Graham, and highly praises her. He remains concerned about her health. The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

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December 13, 1774

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Earl of Buchan

She writes about living through posterity and expresses admiration of the Earl. Her health is much better. She writes about her daughter. The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

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1777

Harcourt, fl. 1763-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to unknown

He expresses admiration for her. He describes Harcourt, Le Comte, and Wattelet. He expresses concern for her health and wishes her bon voyage with pleasant health benefits.

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January 25, 1779

Harcourt, fl. 1763-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: [to Madam]

He expresses regret that she has been so sick and unable to travel, but is glad that she is feeling better now. He compares the English and the French. He mentions Lord Chatham's declaration to never acknowledge the independence of America, which, in Harcourt's translation, is fishing for a royal office.

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September 21, 1789

Bushfield, William Robinson, fl. 1789

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Macaulay

He introduces himself and sends a French cockade as a gift. He acknowledges that she honors people who make noble struggles for liberty. The address is partially missing, it looks like a corner of the page was torn out. The letter was written on September 21, though 1789 as the year is inferred.

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1789

Robinson, William, fl. 1789

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Macaulay

She acknowledges his acquaintance. The French Revolution is a very important event and she is grateful to have seen it. On verso of W. Blackstone Bussar to Catharine Macaulay.

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November 23, 1773

Burgh, James, fl. 1769-1773

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Macaulay

He returns the books he borrowed from her, the Harleian collection. He comments on his poor health and his doctor. He has printed twelve sheets of Political Disquisitions and will present her a copy.

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