Papers of the Rev. Charles Watson (1794-1866)
- Reference:GB 237 Coll-762
- Dates of Creation:1840-1854
- Name of Creator:
- Language of Material:English.
- Physical Description:circa 30 letters. Access to records in a fragile condition may be restricted.
Scope and Content
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.
Administrative / Biographical History
The Rev. Charles Watson (1794-1866) was Minister at Burntisland in Fife, although he had also preached at Largs, Ayrshire.
Access Information
Generally open for consultation to bona fide researchers, but please contact repository for details in advance.
Note
The biographical/administrative history was compiled using material contained in the collection.
Compiled by Graeme D Eddie, Edinburgh University Library, Special Collections Division.
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Related Material
Historical Manuscripts Commission also records diaries, notebooks, and correspondence, 1816-1866, for Watson, held at New College Library.
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