Two letters from Thomas Erskine to George Harding, 1785.

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  • Reference
    • GB 227 msDA816.E8
  • Dates of Creation
    • 1785
  • Name of Creator
  • Language of Material
    • English
  • Physical Description
    • 2pp; 2pp

Scope and Content

Two letters from Thomas Erskine to Justice George Harding, 1785.

ms23 Autograph letter signed, Thomas Erskine to [Justice George] Harding (Hardinge). Giving information on his health and his intention to go to Dover [Kent] for an indictment for murder. Signed T Erskine. nd.

ms24 Autograph letter signed, Thomas Erskine to [Justice George] Harding (H). Asking for a copy of a speech. Signed T Erskine. 8 August 1785.

Administrative / Biographical History

Thomas Erskine (1750-1823), first Baron Erskine, politician, barrister and lord chancellor.

Access Information

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Note

Call number used to be ms23, ms24

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Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements

Paper: 19x22.7cm; 17.5x21cm mounted.

Archivist's Note

Description compiled by Maia Sheridan, Archives Hub project archivist, based on material from the Manuscripts Database

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