Greig, Robert Blyth, Sir, 1874-1947 (agriculturalist, chairman, Scottish Board of Agriculture)
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Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Letter to James Cossar Ewart from R.B Greig, 11 February 1913
Item
Identifier: Coll-14/9/19/7
Scope and Contents
Greig writes that the Development Commissioners are to meet the Board of Agriculture and representatives of the cattle breeding societies to discuss their scheme. They are proposing to set aside £200 a year to pay for Ewart's travelling expenses and for small experiments which he might conduct for the Board with cattle and sheep. He also proposes to name Ewart as an adviser.
Dates:
11 February 1913
Letter to Sir Robert Blyth Greig from Henry John Elwes, 24 October [1912]
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Identifier: Coll-14/9/18/73
Scope and Contents
Elwes writes that he was impressed with Greig's practical knowledge in his question and encourages him to write to Ewart. He has not yet seen the letter he sent to the Shetland News to back up Ewart's endeavours, but hopes that Greig will ensure the matter is not dropped.
The year is not written on the letter.
Dates:
24 October [1912]
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