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Minor state papers, chiefly of the eighteenth century, with a few from the end of the seventeenth, concerned partly with military and Parliamentary affairs, and the business of the Court., Late 17th century-18th century.

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Identifier: MS.2667

Scope and Contents

The papers include memoranda, copies of 'humble addresses', departmental warrants, accounts and receipts.

Dates

  • Creation: Late 17th century-18th century.

Conditions Governing Access

Normal access conditions apply.

Conditions Governing Use

Normal reproduction conditions apply, subject to any copyright restrictions.

Extent

201 Leaves ; Various sizes.

Arrangement

201 folios. Arranged in chronological order.

Custodial History

The papers are probably a fragment of the Townshend Papers: they were bought by George Neilson in one bundle and a large number of them have been the immediate concern of one or other of the Viscounts Townshend.

Repository Details

Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository

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