Dundas, David, Sir, Bart, 1749-1826 to James Dundas
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02549.48 Author/Creator: Dundas, David, Sir, Bart, 1749-1826 Place Written: Richmond, England Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 November 1790 Pagination: 3 p. : address ; Height: 23 cm, Width: 18.5 cm Order a Copy
Informs James that he received the wine he had asked for but notes that there was an error in the amount. Comments on James's business and health. Reports no new news from George, and George's difficulty gaining a promotion. Notes sending George an "account of the American Commissioners" who awarded his wife 1,100 pounds for property lost in America; he doubts the property was worth it. Gives news of other family and friends.
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