Copy of letters from Thomas H. Hervey to Sir Thomas Hanmer and his reply, 1677-1746 [manuscript], ca. 1743 or 1744.

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Copy of letters from Thomas H. Hervey to Sir Thomas Hanmer and his reply, 1677-1746 [manuscript], ca. 1743 or 1744.

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Regarding the affair and subsequent elopement of Hervey and Lady Hanmer [i.e. Isabella Grafton] as well as other contentious issues between Sir Hanmer and Hervey. Also includes a copy of a letter from Lady Hanmer to Sir Thomas.

11 leaves.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7332044

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