Dundas, David, Sir, Bart, 1749-1826 to James Dundas [fragment]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02549.61 Author/Creator: Dundas, David, Sir, Bart, 1749-1826 Place Written: Richmond, England Type: Autograph letter Date: 24 July 1779 Pagination: 4 p. ; 22.5 x 18.5 cm. Order a Copy
Writes news of friends. Explains that a Mr. Gardiner is settling debts with creditors and far from "succeeding in his applications to Ld. Sandwich." Comments of the difficulties of finding work. Describes a cold reception from their brother Ralph, who was angry at David for not informing him of his plans to marry. Comments on their subsequent interactions, including with a Mr. Robertson, and the fact that Ralph has not visited Richmond.
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