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Testamentary musings and injunctions from Derby’s last letter
A fragmented 17th century letter from Scotland outlines family concerns and wills. It notes a son’s departure to London, advises securing favorable conditions for relatives, and invokes divine will amid national change. Mentions Derby, Major Butler, and shifting power as Scots resist Parliament.
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Ned
Billy
Mar
Baggarly
Berhine
Felfe
Gol
Duckesfeld
Scotland
Freland
Isle of
Tza
Derby
Mahun Castle
Major Butler
Commonwealth of England
Thare
Murray
Wiso
Huntley