| Description | Letter to Emma Barclay, Knockleith, Auchterless, from Miss Forbes Gerard, Union Street, Aberdeen, consoling her on the death of her daughter Mary, congratulating her on the birth of her son George, hopes that her stay in the country will aid her recovery, hoping to visit her soon, mention of Mr. Berry's kindness in visiting them, good news of their brother John, their own misfortune, good wishes to Mrs. Barclay at Templand, the affection of his grandfathers for Emma's son Charles, complaints of the dullness of Aberdeen, greetings from Mrs. Gerard, 11 August 1820 |