Autograph letter signed : Abbotsford [near Melrose], to his brother Tom, 1820 July 23.

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Autograph letter signed : Abbotsford [near Melrose], to his brother Tom, 1820 July 23.

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Discussing his sons at length, describing Walter's becoming a soldier and preparations to send Charles to India; discussing at great length the importance of choosing a profession for Tom's son Walter, comparing the professions of accounting and of entering the East India service, and promising to do everything he can to further his nephew's career; discussing Tom's financial matters in England; reporting the death of Eliza Russell; briefly discussing the political situation; sending his love to Tom's family.

1 item (6 p., with address) ; 25.2 cm

Pierpont Morgan Library.

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