Aberdeen Harbour Board: Application for Head Meter from George Pirie, Aberdeen "Sir, understanding that a Superintendent of Meters is wanted for the shore, I beg to offer myself a candidate for the situation. I have been in the employment of Messrs. Leys Masson & Co in the capacity of Warehouseman for these nine years past, and am only now to be parted with, as the company are giving up that branch of their business. I refer you to them for all particulars regarding me, and trust I may be found an eligible person to be appointed. Oblige me by laying this application before the Committee of Management. I am Sir, your most obedient servant, George Pirie." 12th August 1840