| Description | In three parts:
1. Letter to James Riddel: "Sir, a bill for £102,,14,,3 the amount for which you were by my letter of the 18th instant not authorised to draw, having been presented for acceptance signed by Mr. Alexander Reid. I am directed to request you will explain the cause of the informality of the bill not being drawn as usual by yourself, and whether Mr. Reid is individually authorised, or is only acting for you in the matter, your early reply, this is by return of port, hereto is requested, as the acceptance of the bill will await your explanation. I am Sir, your most humble servant, J. Herbert."
2. Letter from John Angus acknowledging the bill.
3. Note from North of Scotland Banking Company informing Mr. Reid that his bill has not been accepted. |