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Letter from John Gay to Richard Boyle, 3rd Earl of Burlington

Catalogue reference: CS1/173.0

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This record is about the Letter from John Gay to Richard Boyle, 3rd Earl of Burlington dating from 3 October 1722.

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CS1/173.0
Title
Letter from John Gay to Richard Boyle, 3rd Earl of Burlington
Date
3 October 1722
Description

The author writes that he has drunk the waters for six weeks but with little improvement to his health. He adds that he intends to stay until the Duchess leaves. He mentions that Mr Pulteney, Mrs Pulteney, Mr Berkeley and Dr Arbuthnot have all left Bath. He writes of his affection for Lord Burlington and how much he admires him. He sends wishes from the Duchess and Mr Bellenden who wish to be remembered to him. Written from Bath. Signed J.G.

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Devonshire Collection Archives, Chatsworth
Physical description
1 sheet
Administrative / biographical background

Gay, John 1685 - 1732, poet and playwright. DNB: xxi.83.

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Letter from John Gay to Richard Boyle, 3rd Earl of Burlington