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Papers of the Rev. Charles Watson (1794-1866)

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Identifier: GD36

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Scope and Contents

The papers consist largely of letters from the Rev. Charles Watson to David Watson and to Mrs. Isabella Watson. There is also a letter from Elizabeth R. MacGillivray to David Watson, and letters from David Watson to Charles Watson.

Dates

  • Creation: 1840-1854

Language of Materials

English.

Conditions Governing Access

Generally open for consultation to bona fide researchers, but please contact repository for details in advance.

Biographical / Historical

The Rev. Charles Watson (1794-1866) was Minister at Burntisland in Fife, although he had also preached at Largs, Ayrshire.

Full Extent

30 letters (approx)

Additional Description

Physical Location

MSS BOX 37.5.1-160

Other Finding Aids

Local lists.

Accruals

Check the local Indexes for details of any additions.

Related Materials

Historical Manuscripts Commission also records diaries, notebooks, and correspondence, 1816-1866, for Watson, held at New College Library.

Physical Description

30 letters (approx) Access to records in a fragile condition may be restricted.

Physical Facet

Access to records in a fragile condition may be restricted.

General

  1. Modified at: Mon Jan 26 09:10:14 UTC 2004
  2. 08 April 2013 Converted from EAD 1.0 to 2002 by v1to02.xsl (sy2003-10-15).

Finding Aid & Administrative Information

Title
Papers of the Rev. Charles Watson (1794-1866)
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Repository Details

Repository Details

Part of the New College Library Special Collections Repository

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