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SCOTT, Sir Walter (1771-1832). Novelist & poet.
Autograph Letter Signed to to an unnamed correspondent (signature cut out), 1 page 8vo, Abbotsford 'friday night', no date. Referring to an opportunity that has arisen of getting his son 'a troop', and asking for a cheque for £350 'and the balance in cash'
'... and though at a serious premium above regulation prices yet it must not be neglected. ...'
Scott's son Walter (1801-1847) chose the army for his profession although his father would have preferred the Bar.
[No: 20573]

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