ABSTRACT OF ADDITIONAL CORRESPONDENCE - 3 (Family & Domestic)
| Item | Description | Page number |
| 67 | George, fifth Earl of Huntly, to John Grant of Freuchie, regarding a contract, etc., anent the lands of Rothiemurchus. Huntly, 5th June 1573 | 36 |
| 68 | John Grant of Freuchie to Sir Alexander Hay, Lord Clerk Register, that he had been at a conference with the Laird of Mayne regarding the lands of Inverallan. Ballachastell, 1st October 1583 | 36 |
| 69 | Patrick Grant of Ballindalloch to James Donaldson, advocate. Thanks him for his diligence, and refers to arrangements for the settlement of certain matters then in dependence. 24th June 1594 | 37 |
| 70 | Duncan Campbell of Glenorchy to John Grant of Freuchie. Requests him to deliver to the bearer, his servant, "the rest of the ky", according to the number promised. 18th September 1596 | 38 |
| 71 | Alexander Falconer of Halkerton to The Same, that the conspiracy against his Majesty "is prentit"; that the plague "is ewill in Edinburgh"; that the feud between Edzell, Clony, and Pittarro "is submittit". Halcartoun, 24th December 1601 | 39 |
| 72 | Henrietta, Marchioness of Huntly, to The Same. Desires him to subscribe a bond for John Ross in Blairfinde, against whom one John Dempster was using diligence. Bog of Gicht, 4th May 1610 | 39 |
| 73 | Allan Cameron of Lochiel to The Same, that he had met with the Laird of Glenmoriston and William McIntosh of Rait, and deliberated on certain matters in dispute between himself and McIntosh, on which they had partly agreed, and requesting a day to be fixed for settling matters. Calgarth, 13th March 1612 | 40 |
| 74 | [xi] John Spottiswood, Archbishop of St. Andrews, to The Same. Charges him with appropriating to his own use the rents of the kirks in Strathspey, and warns him that if he does not provide the kirks with suitable stipends, he will be rigorously dealt with. Darsy, 16th June 1616 | 41 |
| 75 | Colin Mackenzie, Lord Kintail, to The Same, requesting him, as one of his curators, to subscribe a wadset of the lands of Balmungie, granted to Captain McKenzie for certain payments made by the latter. Chanonrie, 16th September 1617 | 42 |
| 76 | John Erskine, second Earl of Mar [no address]. Desires the receiver of the letter to assist in the apprehension of Alister Beg Macfarlane, who had slain William Dow Buchanan. Holyroodhouse, 7th June 1622 | 42 |
| 77 | Allan Cameron of Lochiel to Sir John Grant of Freuchie. Thanks him for the trouble he had taken in connection with John Cameron, his son, during the "lang waird" of the latter. Lochiel, 18th May, circa 1623 | 42 |
| 78 | The Same to The Same. Sends with the bearer, Donald McEwin, answers to "your maisterschipis last heidis", and empowers McEwin to act for him in such points as had not been committed to writing. Moy, 25th May, circa 1623 | 43 |
| 79 | Allan Cameron of Lochiel to John Grant of Glenmoriston, that he has sent his answer to the heads of agreement regarding his differences with the Laird of Grant. Iyle of Lochlyle, 27th May 1623 | 44 |
| 80 | The Same to Sir John Grant of Freuchie, desiring that certain crimes mentioned in the letters of horning against him at the instance of McIntosh and his friends should be added to his remission, etc. Lochiel, 2d June, circa 1623 | 44 |
| 81 | The Same to The Same, that he sends "ane assurance with the ansuer to the heidis", both subscribed with his hand. Tarbart in Sunart, 13th June 1623 | 45 |
| 82 | John, second Earl of Mar, to The Same. Expresses his friendship for him; is glad to hear he has settled with Allen; and desires that Grant send to him without delay a "halk or a tersell of goshalk". Holyroodhouse, 25th July 1623 | 46 |
| 83 | John Cameron, son of Allan Cameron of Lochiel, to The Same. Thanks him for helping to settle the differences between the Camerons and Mackintosh; transmits a bond to be signed by his father's cautioners; and desires Sir John to come to Edinburgh. Edinburgh, 26th July 1623 | 46 |
| 84 | Allan Cameron of Lochiel to The Same, that he get his son John relieved from ward. Isle of Lochiel, 26th September 1623 | 47 |
| 85 | Ranald McDonald, apparent of Keppoch, to The Same. Wonders that Sir John is so hard with him; is willing to refer matters to him, or failing him, to Lord Kintail. Inverness, 1623 | 47 |
| 86 | Donald Macdonell of Glengarrie to Sir John Grant of Mulben, knight, that as he has been charged at the instance of Lord Lovat to make payment of a sum of money which had been paid through Sir John's father, he desires that Lord Lovat's discharge be sought out. Inverness, 14th December 1623 | 48 |
| 87 | [xii] Mr. Andrew Cant, minister at Alford, and others, to the Laird of Grant, thanking him for the "punishment of that notable villanie committed in our bounds aganis the bearer, Thomas Layng", narrated in the letter. Alford, 31st December 1623 | 49 |
| 88 | John Guthrie, Bishop of Moray [no address], that he has given direction for absolving "that young woman mentioned by your ladyship". Elgin, 2d February 1624 | 49 |
| 89 | Sir Roderick McKenzie of Goigeach to Sir John Grant of Freuchie. Complains that he has been disappointed of the gift of Mackintosh's ward so far as it extends to the wadset lands of the barony of Culloden, and desires to have assignation of the same. Auldearn, 2d March 1624 | 50 |
| 90 | John, second Earl of Mar, to The Same, that Mackdoneldouy's son has been relieved from ward; that he has reconciled Glenorchy and McGregor; and desiring the gift of some hawks. Holyroodhouse, 1st May 1624 | 50 |
| 91 | The Same to The Same, regarding the outrages the Clan Chattan had begun to do Lord Murray, and requiring him not to suffer any of the gear of Lord Murray's men to be reset in his country. Holyroodhouse, 26th May 1624 | 51 |
| 92 | John Grant of Glenmoriston to The Same, that tenants cannot be got for the waste lands of the latter; and that he will receive from the bearer the man that slew Donald Pyper. Bellamackaen, 1624 | 52 |
| 93 | David Brodie of Brodie to The Same, desiring him to come to Brodie on Saturday, to be present at the funeral of Mr. Brodie's father. Brodie, 1st June 1626 | 52 |
| 94 | Sir Mungo Murray, afterwards second Viscount Stormont, to his nephew, the Laird of Grant, that Lord Mar has got all his offices "recesit" to him during his lifetime, and has received £10,000 sterling for his good services; that James Haldane, Gleneagles' brother, has died in Holland. Edinburgh, 12th December 1629 | 53 |
| 95 | Lilias Grant, wife of Sir Walter Innes of Balvenie, to her mother, Lilias Murray, Lady Grant. States in answer to an inquiry that she believes she has been with child since Yule. Annexed is a list of books belonging to Lady Lilias Murray. Circa 1630 | 53 |
| 96 | Sir John Grant of Freuchie to The Same, that he has done nothing as yet in his affairs in London, but hopes they will succeed. London, 29th August 1631 | 55 |
| 97 | The Same to The Same, that he hopes to complete his business shortly. London, 15th September 1631 | 55 |
| 98 | Mr. Patrick Inglis, minister at Kirkwall, to Lilias Murray, Lady Grant, that she should send her grandchildren to him to be educated. Kirkwall, 29th November 1631 | 56 |
| 99 | John Spottiswood, Archbishop of St. Andrews, to the Laird of Grant, that his nephew, young Roslin, has fallen sick, and been compelled to send the bearers to receive the men the Laird can get in the country. Edinburgh, 23d March 1635 | 56 |
| 100 | The Same to The Same. Encourages him to "goe on in the service" of the King. Edinburgh, 3d April 1635 | 56 |
| 101 | [xiii] George, second Earl of Seaforth, to his cousin, the Laird of Grant, that the navy has gone to sea; states also movements of Continental navies and armies. Edinburgh, 4th June 1635 | 57 |
| 102 | Sir John Grant of Freuchie to his mother, Lady Grant. Desires her to send his two boys, escorted by two or three "prettie men". Urquhart, 11th June 1635 | 57 |
| 103 | George, second Earl of Seaforth, to Sir John Grant of Freuchie. Urges him to apprehend James Grant if he can, to prevent bad consequences to himself. Edinburgh, 27th January 1636 | 58 |
| 104 | John Maxwell, Bishop of Ross, to The Same. Reminds him that he had promised his men would assist in putting "in the water" the timber from Glenmoriston for the cathedral church of Ross. Burgie, 22d March 1636 | 58 |
| 105 | John Spottiswood, Archbishop of St. Andrews, to The Same. Urges him to see to the apprehension of James Grant. Edinburgh, 24th May 1636 | 59 |
| 106 | John Hay, Edinburgh, to The Same, that he is glad to hear that the latter has apprehended some of James Grant's followers; orders him to apprehend the "ressaitters" of Grant, and endeavour to take the culprit himself. Edinburgh, 25th May 1636 | 59 |
| 107 | James Gibsone, advocate, Edinburgh, to The Same, that nothing that James Grant ever did has the King taken so much to heart as the murder of Thomas of Culquhoiche and his brother; that Lord Lorn has taken Gilderoy and five of his men. Edinburgh, 3d June 1636 | 60 |
| 108 | The Same to The Same, that the Lord Register is very angry that he has not come to Edinburgh with regard to the apprehension of James Grant; that he should come as long as the Lords believe he has acted ingenuously; further urges him for certain law cases pending to proceed to Edinburgh. Edinburgh, 14th June 1636 | 61 |
| 109 | John Hay, Edinburgh, to The Same. Advises him to come to Edinburgh, as the protestation against him is still standing, and a charge of horning may be directed against him; states that Gilderoy and James Grant have been too leniently dealt with by his bailies. Edinburgh, 30th June 1636 | 62 |
| 110 | James Gibsone, advocate, Edinburgh, to The Same, that Lord Traquair is "ewill sett" against him (Grant); that there is a letter before the Justice, at the instance of the Treasurer and Advocate, against him and the Laird of Drum, for resetting Gilderoy. Edinburgh, 7th July 1636 | 63 |
| 111 | David Murray, merchant in Edinburgh, to Dame Lilias Murray, relict of John Grant of Freuchie, that there has been "muche adoe concerneing the Service Bookes"; that the Session is to be removed to Linlithgow. Edinburgh, 23d October 1637 | 63 |
| 112 | Patrick, third Earl of Tullibardine, to his sister, Lilias Murray, Lady Grant, elder, that she should advise her grandchild to be loyal "in thees trublesum tyms", as he himself means to be. Edinburgh, 25th July 1638 | 64 |
| 113 | [xiv] Patrick, third Earl of Tullibardine to the Laird of Grant. Advises him to be loyal to his sovereign. Edinburgh, 25th July 1638 | 64 |
| 114 | Thomas McKenzie of Pluscarden to the Laird of Grant, that the Assembly had met at Glasgow; that the commissioner had withdrawn therefrom because they pleaded against the corruptions of the time, etc.; and that the Earl of Argyll and others had subscribed the Covenant. Elgin, 1lth December 1638 | 65 |
| 115 | John Donaldsone, Notary Public, to the Laird of Grant, that the "clairschear" of the latter and John Hay the violar had injured one another in a "drunkin tuillie"; details certain matters connected with the Assembly. Ar, 28th December 1638 | 66 |
| 116 | Sir Walter Innes of Balveny, baronet, to his brother-in-law, the Laird of Grant, that the Marquis is sorry Grant has gone to "this meiting" convened by the Earl of Argyll; advises him to join the King's party. Aberdeen, 11th March 1639 | 67 |
| 117 | Patrick, third Earl of Tullibardine, to the Laird of Grant. Urges him to come over to the side of the King. Aberdeen, 8th June 1639 | 68 |
| 118 | The Honourable Robert Murray, son of John, first Earl of Tullibardine, to his sister, Lady Grant, elder, that he has been building his house, and that she should send "drink silweris". Dunkeld, 29th October 1639 | 69 |
| 119 | James Grant of Freuchie and Patrick Grant of Glenmoriston to Patrick Grant of Tullochgorm and others, that James Grant of Carron being now "ane legall man", he should be required to "set cautioun" for the relief of the Laird of Grant, who had been bound for him. Cromdale, [February 1640] | 69 |
| 120 | James Grant of Carron to James Grant of Delnabo, that as soon as his relaxation is proclaimed in the north, he will take steps to find caution for the Laird's relief from the general bond. Strathawine, 29th February 1640 | 70 |
| 121 | The Laird of Grant [address wanting], that the Clan Gregour was not within the bounds of Ballindalloch, but that if it is decided to search the same, he (the Laird) will be present or send some one else. Freuchie, 5th March 1640 | 70 |
| 122 | James Dalrymple, afterwards Viscount Stair, to James Chalmer of Gadgirth. Expresses his affection and respect. Glasgow, 27th May 1641 | 71 |
| 123 | Anna Grant to her grandmother, Lilias Murray, Lady Grant. Asks for news, and states that she is going to Kinkell at Hallowmas. Kirktoun of Gairloch, 9th September 1641 | 72 |
| 124 | Colonel Robert Lumsden and Sir James Campbell of Lawers to the Laird of Grant, asking information regarding the movements of Montrose. Inverness, 29th October 1644 | 72 |
| 125 | The Laird of Grant to Colonel Lumsden and the Laird of Lawers, that the Gordons and others had joined Montrose; that the latter was hastening to meet Argyll; that the Highlanders were troubling the district. Freuchie, 30th October 1644 | 72 |
| 126 | [xv] Sir James Campbell of Lawers to the Laird of Grant. Urges him to gather his men together to oppose Montrose. Inverness, 20th January 1645 | 73 |
| 127 | The Laird of Grant to Sir James Campbell of Lawers, that he was striving to draw his people together, but that as the men of Badenoch, etc., were likely to march through his lands, he could not entirely divest his country of troops. No date | 74 |
| 128 | Alexander Brodie of Lethin to The Same, that he had no hand in the murder of John Donaldsone; advises Grant how to behave in "thir troublesome tymes"; requests the cattle stolen from him by Grants to be returned. Lethin, 7th April 1645 | 74 |
| 129 | George Lord Gordon, eldest son of George, second Marquis of Huntly, to The Same, that he and Montrose, with a party of men, had burnt Dundee. Huntly, 8th April 1645 | 75 |
| 130 | Mr. Kennedy to The Same, that Montrose could not send supplies at present or come himself, and that he had earnestly urged Lord Seaforth to raise his men. Braichley, 11th April 1645 | 76 |
| 131 | Allan Cameron of Lochiel to Sir James Grant of Freuchie, that if he had known that Moynes was a Grant and not a Moray man, he would not have "stirred" his land; desires that the difference between them may be amicably settled. Glenlocharkeg, 18th October 1645 | 76 |
| 132 | Allan Cameron of Lochiel to the Earl of Seaforth, that he is willing to refer to friends the difference between his kinsmen and the Laird of Grant. Lochairkeag, 27th October 1645 | 77 |
| 133 | James, first Marquis of Montrose, to the Laird of Grant, that he should prevent his men from running away from the army. Castle Stewart, 21st April 1646 | 77 |
| 134 | The Same to The Same. Invites him to join the King's service. Castle Stewart, 22d April 1646 | 77 |
| 135 | George, second Earl of Huntly, to The Same. Informs him that many of his Grant's) men have either stayed at home or run away from the King's service, and threatens to punish them, etc. Huntly, 22d April 1646 | 78 |
| 136 | Thomas McKenzie of Pluscarden to The Same. Urges him to join the King's party. Ardinseire, 26th April 1646 | 79 |
| 137 | James, first Marquis of Montrose, to The Same. Asks him to come with all his followers to join the King's service. Camp by Inverness, 6th May 1646 | 79 |
| 138 | George, second Earl of Seaforth, to The Same, that he should take the field at once. Camp, 8th May 1646 | 80 |
| 139 | James, first Marquis of Montrose, to The Same. Acquaints him that he has sent Sir John Dalzell with a party to Strathspey. Camp by Inverness, 8th May 1646 | 80 |
| 140 | James, first Marquis of Montrose, to King Charles the First, acquiescing in the King's command to disband his forces and proceed abroad. Strathspey, 2d June 1646 | 81 |
| 141 | [xvi] Dame Marie Ogilvie, widow of Sir John Grant of Freuchie, to her son, James Grant of Freuchie, that his resolution to revenge the injuries she has received from the parties mentioned in his letter will redound to his honour. Rothes, 8th June 1646 | 81 |
| 142 | George, second Earl of Seaforth, to the Laird of Grant. Encloses a letter to be directed to the Marquis of Montrose. Chanonrie, 5th July 1646 | 82 |
| 143 | John Hay, Edinburgh, to The Same, that the army had marched to London and seized the King's person, etc. Edinburgh, 3d December 1648 | 82 |
| 144 | James Earl of Tullibardine to The Same, that the Scottish Parliament was to open on the appointed day; that the King had been carried to Hurst Castle, in Hampshire. etc. Tullibardine, 20th December 1648 | 83 |
| 145 | George Stirling at Tullibardine to The Same. Advises him to obey the Committee of Estates; that Argyll, Cassillis, etc., ruled everything; that the great men, such as Lord Home, Hartfell, and others, were to be cited to find caution for their good behaviour, etc. Tullibardine, 20th December 1648 | 83 |
| 146 | Sir Robert Gordon of Gordonston to John Grant of Ballindalloch. Advises him to arrange matters in dispute with the Laird of Grant. Forres, 10th January 1649 | 84 |
| 147 | John Cumming of Relugas to James Grant of Grant, that the Lairds of Cromartie, Pluscarden, etc., had taken Inverness; that it was reported Montrose was lurking in the country to raise the Highlanders, etc. Rilucas, 26th February 1649 | 85 |
| 148 | James Grant of Grant to John Cumming of Rilucas, that he was resolved to keep "Kirk, King, and Stait be the hand". Lurg, 27th February 1649 | 86 |
| 149 | Alexander Ogilvie of Kempcairne to his nephew, James Grant of Grant, that the King was then at Falkland; that orders had been given for a levy. Kempcairne, 2d July 1650 | 86 |
| 150 | James Grant of Freuchie to his brother Mungo, to comprise the cattle that belonged to Patrick Grant of Laitache, and deliver them to the widow of Patrick of Culquhoche. Elchies, 19th July 1654 | 87 |
| 151 | Mr. William Grant, Edinburgh, to James Grant of Grant, that the latter was to be cited before Parliament, his brother doing all in his power against him; but that Rothes and the Chancellor would befriend him, and that he should appear and vindicate his honour, etc. Edinburgh, 30th January 1661 | 87 |
| 152 | John, seventh Earl of Rothes, to The Same. Advises him to make up his difference with Ballindalloch. 4th February 1662 | 88 |
| 153 | Ludovick Grant of Freuchie to his uncle, Lieutenant-Colonel Patrick Grant. Desires him to keep the bearer, his servant, until he should make provision for him. St. Andrews, 25th February 1667 | 89 |
| 154 | Æneas Lord Macdonell to the Tutor of Grant. Desires him to set free Macmartin of Leterfinlay's friends who were prisoners at Balacastle, and he would see to their future good behaviour. Invergarry, 29th June 1667 | 89 |
| 155 | [xvli] Ludovick Grant of Freuchie to Miss Janet Brodie, afterwards his wife, paying his respects to her. Ballachastel, 16th October 1671 | 90 |
| 156 | George Viscount Tarbat to the Laird of Grant, urging him to raise a proportion of his men. Edinburgh, 18th May 1685 | 90 |
| 157 | George, first Duke of Gordon, to The Same, that Argyll had seized Dunstaffnage, but had retired himself, leaving his sons John and Charles there, and that the Marquis of Athole was marching towards them. 25th May [16]85 | 90 |
| 158 | John Grant of Ballindalloch to the Same, that the "stenting" of six men from each davach of land, as the latter had ordered, was a burden the tenantry could not bear, but that the writer would endeavour to stent them "competentlie". Ballindalloch, 27th May 1685 | 91 |
| 159 | Charles McKinnon and others to the Laird of Grant, desiring him to bring to justice Lieutenant Douglas for the slaughter of Ensign Donald McKinnon. Strath our dale, 15th August 1698 | 91 |
| 160 | Brigadier Alexander Grant to his sister, Anne Grant, giving directions for the building of stables; states that Douay had capitulated, and other military movements. Tournay, 17th June (o.s.) 1710 | 92 |
| 162 | Patrick Grant, alias McAlpine, to the Laird of Dunphail, younger. Desires a supply of brandy, etc. Doun of Rothiemurchus, 20th December 1713 | 94 |
| 163 | Brigadier Alexander Grant to Captain George Grant, his brother, that he should, according to the Duke of Argyll's desire, keep his men together to keep the rebels in check; acquaints him of those who have joined the rebels, and of the steps taken to thwart them. Stirling, 22d December 1715 | 94 |
| 164 | John Earl of Sutherland to the Laird of Dunphail, regarding his appointment as a deputy-lieutenant for Elgin, in recognition of his services to the Government. Inverbrakie, 2d November 1715 | 96 |
| 165 | Unsigned Letter, with no address, that letters, etc., from the Pretender and Mar had been delivered to Lords Huntly and Seaforth; that cannon were to be sent to batter Inverness. Aberdeen, 1lth January 1716 | 96 |
| 166 | Charles Earl of Murray to the Laird of Grant. Complains that his tenants are oppressed by the garrison at Inverness, and that the garrison placed in Castle Stuart had pulled down part of the house, etc. Donibristle, 19th January 1716 | 97 |
| 167 | Major-General Wightman to The Same, that he should take what measures he thought best for disarming the rebels; that he had acted properly in apprehending Lord Glenorchy, who was to be conveyed with the other gentlemen prisoners to Edinburgh. Inverness, 10th March 1716 | 98 |
| 168 | [xviii] Alexander Lord Huntly, afterwards second Duke of Gordon, to The Same. Is pleased with the kindly manner which Grant has taken to disarm his (Huntly's) people. Inverness, 10th March 1716 | 99 |
| 169 | John Gordon of Glenbucket to The Same, that he had waited on General Cadogan, acquainting him that he had already surrendered himself to Grant; that he was commanded by General Cadogan to go to the Highlands and advise the people there to give up their arms, which he had done with much success, etc. Gordonhall, 14th April 1716 | 100 |
| 170 | Mr. Daniel McKenzie, minister of Aberlour, to The Same. Gives an account of the movements of the men of Badenoch, etc., during the rebellion. Aberlour, 25th May 1716 | 101 |
| 171 | James, fourth Earl of Findlater, to the Laird of Grant. Desires him to speak to Mr. Walpole regarding the payment of his pension. Cullen House, 29th August 1716 | 104 |
| 172 | Archibald Earl of Islay to Brigadier Grant. Reported new attempt of the Pretender. 15th September 1716 | 105 |
| 173 | John, second Duke of Argyll, to The Same, that he had shown Grant's letter to his Royal Highness. Sudbrook, 29th September 1716 | 105 |
| 174 | The Same to The Same. Thanks him for his kind sentiments, etc. Sudbrook, 17th October 1717 | 106 |
| 175 | Alexander, second Duke of Gordon, to James Grant of Grant and Luss. Expresses his sorrow for the death of Brigadier Grant. Gordon Castle, 2d September 1719 | 106 |
| 176 | The Same to The Same, claiming a right to take wood for his gallery from Grant's plantations. Gordon Castle, 1st October 1720 | 106 |
| 177 | Sir Harry Innes of that Ilk to the Laird of Dunphail. Acquaints him of the death of his father, and invites him to the burial. Innes House, 6th November 1721 | 107 |
| 178 | John Murray, first Duke of Athole, to The Same. Desires him to cause Colin Grant, one of his tenants, to give satisfaction for horses stolen from one of the Duke's tenants. Logyrait, 18th January 1722 | 107 |
| 179 | Sir Hew Dalrymple of North Berwick, Lord President of the Court of Session, to James Grant of that Ilk, that Mr. Colquhoun was willing to refer matters concerning the families of Grant and Luss to arbiters; that he had resolved to enter advocate next session. Edinburgh, 3d February 1728 | 108 |
| 180 | John Grant, Inverlaidnen, to The Same, that the Glenbegs had disponed certain effects to Dellachaple, but were now seeking a reduction of the conveyance; advises Grant, as it was "going geare" to "catch a lark" for himself. Inverlaidnen, 18th May 1728 | 109 |
| 181 | Charles, seventh Earl of Moray, to The Same, that he had signed a submission concerning the marches of Brae-Moray, and was anxious that any matters between them should be amicably settled, etc. Donibristle, 16th January 1729 | 109 |
| 182 | [xix] Alexander Brodie of Brodie, Lyon King-of-Arms, to Lewis Grant or Colquhoun of Luss, regarding his communing with McLeod and others. 2d November 1732 | 110 |
| 183 | The Same to Sir James Grant of Grant. States what he considers for their mutual interest in regard to their present politics; that Grant should complain to the Lords of Session, Sir Robert Walpole, and the Duke of Argyll, of the attack the Lord Advocate had made on his family, etc. 26th October 1733 | 110 |
| 184 | Sir Robert Munro of Foulis to Sir James Grant of Grant. Steps he ought to take in his candidature for Inverness, etc. Edinburgh, 13th November 1733 | 112 |
| 185 | Colonel John Campbell of Mamore to Ludovick Colquhoun of Luss. Wishes that Lovat may settle some matter in which Colquhoun was interested. Somerset House, 11th December 1733 | 112 |
| 180 | Mr. Evan Baillie of Abriachan to Sir James Grant of Grant, that the settlement of Lord Lovat's affair with Fraserdale's people had given great joy to some in the country, and the spleen to others, etc. Inverness, 26th January 1734 | 113 |
| 187 | John McDonell of Glengary [address wanting], expressing his friendship for the family of Grant, etc. Invergary, 2d May 1734 | 114 |
| 188 | Agnes Dalrymple, wife of Sir William Dalrymple of Killoch and Cousland, baronet, to Marion Dalrymple, daughter of Sir Hew Dalrymple, Lord President, and wife of Ludovick Colquhoun of Luss. News of a marriage in the family, and of election matters. Edinburgh, 16th May 1734 | 115 |
| 189 | Ludovick Colquhoun of Luss to John Grant of Dalrachnie and Evan Baillie, giving instructions regarding the management of his estate of Muretown. Castle Grant, 27th May 1734 | 115 |
| 190 | Alexander Brodie of Brodie to Sir James Grant of Grant, that he had agreed with Grant's son there should be no breach between them, etc. Brodie House, 2d October 1734, | 116 |
| 191 | The Same to The Same, that the families of Grant and Brodie should stand fast together; that Sir James should strive for the removal of John Baillie, "our inveterate enemy", etc. 8th October 1734 | 117 |
| 192 | Major, afterwards Colonel, Lewis Grant to his nephew, Ludovick Colquhoun of Luss, that he sympathises with him in the loss he has sustained in the death of his wife. Castle Grant, 1st February 1734-5 | 118 |
| 193 | Charles, seventh Earl of Moray, to Andrew Fletcher, Lord Milton, that he was anxious to buy the estate of Dunphail, and that Mr. Fletcher should deal with Major Grant, who was buying up the debts affecting the estate, not to oppose the Earl's acquiring the property, etc. Donibristle, 2d April 1735 | 118 |
| 194 | Major, afterwards Colonel, Lewis Grant to his nephew, Ludovick Colquhoun of Luss, asking and giving information about an election at Nairn; that the Earl of Moray was not to meddle in the affair of Dunphail, etc. Castle Grant, 5th April 1735 | 119 |
| 195 | [xx] The Same to his brother, Sir James Grant of Grant. Congratulations on the marriage of James, second son of Sir James; wishes him success in humbling the "king of beasts" (Brodie, the Lyon King-of-Arms), and disappointing all his enemies. Castle Grant, 29th May 1735 | 121 |
| 196 | Sir James Grant of Grant, baronet, to his son, Ludovick Grant, younger of Grant. Expresses his approval of the latter's intended marriage. Richmond, 4th October 1735 | 122 |
| 197 | The Same to The Same, that he had signed the paper (the marriage settlement) which his son had sent him, with very little variation. Richmond, 7th October 1735 | 122 |
| 198 | James, fifth Earl of Findlater and Seafield, to Sir James Grant. Congratulates him on the marriage of his daughter to Ludovick Grant, Sir James's son. Castle Grant, 1st November 1735 | 123 |
| 199 | James, fifth Earl of Findlater and Seafield, to Ludovick Grant, younger of Grant, wishing him and his wife prosperity. Cullen House, 6th December 1735 | 124 |
| 200 | Sir James Grant of Grant to Ludovick Grant his son, that the continuance of the Independent Companies would depend on their future good behaviour, etc. London, 6th December 1735 | 124 |
| 201 | The Same to The Same, that he had had an interview with Sir Robert Walpole regarding his (Ludovick's) advancement and that of his brother James. 24th January 1735-6 | 125 |
| 202 | Robert Urquhart, Sheriff at Elgin, to Sir James Grant, that he had heard when at Elgin of the burning of Sir Harry Innes's house. Sancher, 25th February 1736 | 126 |
| 203 | Alexander Brodie of Brodie to Ludovick Grant, younger of Grant, that the use of spirits having become so excessive in England, it would be necessary to levy a very heavy duty thereon, etc.; interruption by a Member of Parliament in the House of Commons. London, 28th February 1736 | 127 |
| 204 | William Duff, Lord Braco, to The Same, that friendship should exist between their families; birth of a son. Banff, 1st March 1736 | 127 |
| 205 | Sir James Grant of Grant, baronet, to his son, Ludovick Grant. His concern about his son James's health; settlements upon his children, etc. 20th March 1735-6 | 128 |
| 206 | Colonel Lewis Grant to Ludovick Grant, younger of Grant, that if Lord Doune permitted him to purchase Dunphail, he would keep open house for some time; that he was resolved to try his fortune in a lottery. London, 17th April 1736 | 129 |
| 207 | Alexander Brodie of Brodie to The Same, giving details regarding Bills in Parliament. London, 17th April 1736 | 130 |
| 208 | Colonel Lewis Grant to The Same, giving an account of the marriage of the Prince and Princess of Wales. London, 1st May 1736 | 131 |
| 209 | William Hamilton, for Sir Hew Dalrymple of North Berwick, to the Same. Account of the death of Sir James Suttie. North Berwick House, 4th May 1736 | 131 |
| 210 | [xxi] John Grant and others of the name of Grant to Ludovick Grant, younger of Grant, that he should turn out of his country a man named McDonell, who had carried off the daughter and heiress of a deceased tenant in Urquhart, with the object of marrying her to his own son, and that he should give McDonell's and his son's possession to a person of his own name. Bellmackaen, 26th January 1737 | 132 |
| 211 | Patrick Grant of Glenmoriston and others of the name of Grant to Ludovick Grant, younger of Grant, that their conduct in reference to the rich girl mentioned in the last letter had been misrepresented by their "opposites" and begging not to be condemned unheard. 14th March 1737 | 134 |
| 212 | Ludovick Grant to Sir James Grant of Grant, baronet. Plans of life for the future; that he was to retire to the country, live sober and regular, as free of expense as he could, and on good terms with his neighbours. Hopetoun House, Edinburgh, 21st July 1737 | 135 |
| 213 | The Rev. Patrick Cuming, minister of St. Giles', Edinburgh [address wanting], regarding the hostility caused by the reading of an Act of Parliament in the churches. Edinburgh, 18th August 1737 | 136 |
| 214 | William Dunbar, son of Sir James Dunbar of Durn, to Sir James Grant of Grant, making an offer of marriage for his daughter, Clementina Grant. Cullen House, 8th September 1737 | 137 |
| 215 | Sir James Dunbar of Durn to Ludovick, son of Sir James Grant of Grant, expressing the pleasure it would give him to see his son's suit successful, etc. Durn, 26th September 1737 | 138 |
| 216 | Colonel Lewis Grant to The Same, giving an account of his amusements. Bryans Bridge, 16th October 1738 | 139 |
| 217 | James Lord Deskford to his sister, Lady Margaret, wife of Ludovick Grant, younger of Grant, giving an account of his travels on the Continent, etc. Turin, 8th December 1739 | 140 |
| 218 | John McDonell of Glengary to Sir James Grant of Grant, that he would support him in the election; and requesting that Sir James's son would deal leniently with three of the writer's kinsmen. Invergary, 31st June 1740 | 142 |
| 219 | Donald Cameron of Lochiel to Ludovick Grant, younger of Grant, soliciting his friendship on behalf of a clansman. Achnicarry, 17th December 1740 | 142 |
| 220 | James Lord Deskford to The Same, asking for news; stating that he had made many acquaintances in Paris. Paris, 10th March 1741 | 143 |
| 221 | Duncan Forbes of Culloden to Major George Grant, that he should punish a certain military offence. Culloden, 13th May 1741 | 144 |
| 222 | Robert Craigie of Glendoick, Lord Advocate of Scotland, to Ludovick Grant, younger of Grant, sending notice of the reported embarkation of Prince Charles Edward near Nantes for Scotland. Edinburgh, 5th August 1745 | 144 |
| 223 | [xxii] Alexander Brodie, Lyon King-of-Arms, to The Same, stating that the young chevalier, with Lochiel and Tullibardine, had landed, etc. Fort-George, 15th August 1745 | 145 |
| 224 | The Same to The Same, that Lord Seaforth had gone home to raise his men for the service of the Government; that Lord Lovat would take neither side, etc. 18th August 1745 | 145 |
| 225 | Robert Craigie of Glendoick, Lord Advocate of Scotland, to Ludovick Grant of Grant, that the troops were in full march from Stirling; that only one French sloop had arrived on the west coast with some gentlemen, and "possibly" the Pretender's eldest son on board. Edinburgh, 20th August 1745 | 146 |
| 226 | Alexander Brodie, Lyon King-of-Arms, to the Laird of Grant, stating that the Highlanders had rendevouzed at Glininvine; that Prince Charles had published his manifesto, etc. 21st August 1745 | 147 |
| 227 | Ludovick Grant of Grant to Sir John Cope, stating that they were preparing to defend themselves against the rebels. 25th August 1745 | 148 |
| 228 | Major George Grant to Ludovick Grant of Grant, that Glenmoriston and Glengary's people had joined the rebels, etc. Fort-George, 26th August 1745 | 148 |
| 229 | Alexander Brodie, Lyon King-of-Arms, to Ludovick Grant of Grant, urging him to join Sir John Cooper, and stating that other Highland chieftains were to join him. 28th August 1745 | 149 |
| 230 | James Lord Deskford, son of James, fifth Earl of Findlater and Seafield, to The Same, stating that the only chance of Grant's succeeding to the vacant baronship of Exchequer was by paying court to the Duke of Argyll, etc. August 1745 | 151 |
| 231 | Lachlan Grant, Writer in Edinburgh, to Ludovick Grant of Grant, that the Highland army was at Blair Athole; that Cluny was a prisoner there, etc. Edinburgh, 4th September 1745 | 152 |
| 232 | Penuel Grant, wife of Captain Alexander Grant of Ballindalloch, to her brother, Ludovick Grant of Grant, that the people of Morange had been threatened with punishment if they did not join the Highland army. Ballindalloch, 5th September 1745 | 152 |
| 233 | Ludovick Grant of Grant to John Grant, his factor in Urquhart, desiring his friends and tenants to remain peaceably at home. Castle Grant, 5th September 1745 | 153 |
| 234 | Alexander Grant of Grantfield to Ludovick Grant of Grant, that they had been alarmed with accounts of the Highlanders, who had since gone south. Grantfield, 7th September 1745 | 154 |
| 235 | Sir Harry Innes of Innes to Ludovick Grant of Grant, that Glenbucket was causing alarm by his raids for horses, etc. Elgin, 1Oth September 1745 | 155 |
| 236 | Ludovick Grant of Grant to Sir John Cope. Glenbucket had marched with 130 men from Strathdoun and Glenlivat. 12th September 1745 | 155 |
| 237 | [xxiii] John Grant, factor of Urquhart, to Ludovick Grant of Grant, that most of the gentlemen and tenants were to obey his orders to stay at home; two of Sheuglie's sons gone off to the Highland army; that Lord Lovat was preparing to march, etc. Bellimackaen, 12th September 1745 | 156 |
| 238 | Thomas Grant, Arndillie, to The Same, that Glenbucket was making levies, seizing horses and arms, etc. Arndillie, 12th September 1745 | 157 |
| 239 | Hugh Rose of Kilravock to The Same. Items of news about the Pretender and the Highland army. Culmony, 14th September 1745 | 158 |
| 240 | John Grant, factor of Urquhart, to the Same. Sixty of Lord Lovat's men joined the Highlanders; Glengarry staying at home, etc. Bellimackaen, 17th September 1745 | 159 |
| 241 | Lachlan Grant, Writer in Edinburgh, to The Same, giving an account of the battle of Prestonpans. Edinburgh, 21st September 1745 | 159 |
| 242 | Ludovick Grant of Grant to Duncan Forbes of Culloden, Lord President of the Court of Session, stating his opinion that one company was less than his share of the twenty Independent Companies to be raised for the Government, and submitting the names of gentlemen as officers. Castle Grant, 22d September 1745 | 160 |
| 243 | Duncan Forbes of Culloden, Lord President of the Court of Session, to Ludovick Grant of Grant, stating, in answer to the foregoing letter, that he was satisfied with his nomination of officers, etc. Culloden, 24th September 1745 | 160 |
| 244 | William Marquis of Tullibardine, subscribing as Duke of Athole, to the Laird of Grant, asking him to bring up his followers for the service of His Royal Highness Prince Charles Edward. Blair Castle, 25th September 1745 | 161 |
| 245 | Duncan Forbes of Culloden, Lord President of the Court of Session, to Ludovick Grant of Grant, giving an account of the battle of Prestonpans. Culloden, 28th September 1745 | 162 |
| 246 | Unsubscribed Letter, addressed to Sir Archibald Grant of Monymusk, baronet, giving an account of the sailing of the Dutch transports from Williamstadt, and of the battle of Prestonpans. 28th September 1745 | 163 |
| 247 | Copy Letter, subscribed Charles Prince Regent, to the deputies from the city of Edinburgh, in which he promises to indemnify them if the city were fired on from the Castle. Holyrood, 30th September 1745 | 164 |
| 248 | Colonel Angus McDonell, second son of John Macdonell of Glengary, to John Grant of Bellintomb, bailie of Urquhart, commanding him to have a hundred men ready to join his standard within five days. Dellchannie, 30th September 1745 | 165 |
| 249 | Sir Harry Innes of Innes to Ludovick Grant of Grant, giving the news that had been brought by a ship arrived from Newcastle; that Dutch and English troops were landed in the Thames, etc. Aberdeen, 1st October 1745 | 165 |
| 250 | [xxiv] Ludovick Grant of Grant to his tenants in Urquhart, that whoever of them did not remain peaceably at home according to his advice, would disobey him at their peril, etc. Castle Grant, 6th October 1745 | 166 |
| 251 | Alexander Brodie of Brodie to Ludovick Grant of Grant. Alarms by recruiting parties of the McIntoshes, and a press for men in the parish of Calder. Brodie House, 7th October 1745 | 167 |
| 252 | John Grant, Bailie of Urquhart, to The Same, stating that he had assembled sixty or seventy of the tenants to march to Strathspey, but that they were turned back at Drumbuie by Colonel McDonald and others. Bellimackaen, 8th October 1745 | 167 |
| 253 | Alexander Grant of Delrachny to The Same. Bombardment of the castle of Edinburgh. Inverlaidnen, 9th October 1745 | 168 |
| 254 | Ludovick Grant of Grant to John Grant, Bailie of Urquhart, bidding him make his way to Castle Grant when there was any motion among his neighbours. Castle Grant, 10th October 1745 | 169 |
| 255 | James Lord Deskford to Ludovick Grant of Grant, that he had heard the Mackintoshes and Frasers had laid aside thoughts of marching, and that Lord Loudoun was come to Culloden. Brody, 10th October 1745 | 170 |
| 256 | John Earl of Loudoun to The Same, that the King had appointed him to command his troops in the north; the pleasure he felt that the Laird of Grant was so faithful a friend to the Government. Inverness, 11th October 1745 | 170 |
| 257 | Duncan Forbes, Lord President of the Court of Session, to The Same, that it was necessary that Rothiemurchus's company of 100 men should be brought together, etc. Culloden, 12th October 1745 | 171 |
| 258 | Sir Harry Innes of Innes to The Same. Landing of arms at Montrose. Elgin, 14th October 1745 | 171 |
| 259 | The Rev. Patrick Grant, minister of Calder, to The Same. Of a raid of twenty or thirty of the Clanchattan to Calder and the town of Nairn, in order to raise men and money. Calder, 12th October 1745 | 172 |
| 260 | Alexander Grant of Corrimony to The Same, with information that all Lovat's clan, with the Master of Lovat, were to march next week to join the Prince, and try to force the Grants to join them. Corrimony, 15th October 1745 | 173 |
| 261 | Ludovick Grant of Grant to John Earl of Loudoun, stating that he would do everything in his power for his Majesty's service, and that he was getting his company together as fast as he could; recommending Peter Grant, Rothiemurchus's son, to command it. 16th October 1745 | 175 |
| 262 | Duncan Forbes, Lord President of the Court of Session, to Ludovick Grant of Grant. Would be pleased that Rothiemurchus's son should command the company, but did not know whether it were practicable or not; meeting of the Frasers of the Aird; attempt on his house by Stratherrick men, etc. Culloden, 17th October 1745 | 176 |
| 263 | [xxv] John Earl of Loudoun to The Same, applauding his zeal for the public good, and stating that the appointment of captain of his company must be made at London, etc. Inverness, 18th October 1745 | 177 |
| 264 | Duncan Forbes of Culloden to The Same, begging to know the state of his company. Culloden, 24th October 1745 | 178 |
| 265 | Alexander Brodie of Brodie to Sir Harry Innes of Innes. Report of a meeting of 1000 men under Macdonald of Knoydart, Barrisdale, and Glengary's son at Lovat's on Saturday. Brodie House, 26th October 1745 | 179 |
| 266 | Duncan Forbes of Culloden and John Earl of Loudoun to James Lord Deskford. Preparations made to receive a large body of the Grants, who were reported to be on their way to Inverness. Culloden, 26th October 1745 | 179 |
| 207 | Duncan Forbes of Culloden to Ludovick Grant of Grant. Was not sorry that the 500 men had not come to Inverness, but requesting Rothiemurchus's company to be sent on without delay. Culloden, 27th October 1745 | 180 |
| 268 | John Grant, factor of Urquhart, to The Same, telling of his visiting Lord Loudoun at Inverness, an attack on his house in Urquhart by twelve Macdonalds, etc. Bellimackaen, 28th October 1745 | 181 |
| 269 | Lord Lewis Gordon to The Same, asking him to aid the Prince Regent, or at least not to oppose the raising of his clan for the Prince's service. St. Bridget, 3d November 1745 | 182 |
| 270 | Ludovick Grant of Grant to John Lord Loudoun, that Rothiemurchus had marched to Inverness with a company of 100 men; that Lord Lewis Gordon was getting a great body together. Castle Grant, 3d November 1745 | 182 |
| 271 | The Same to Duncan Forbes of Culloden, Lord President of the Court of Session. The same subject. 3d November 1745 | 183 |
| 272 | Duncan Forbes of Culloden to Ludovick Grant of Grant, desiring him to raise another company of his men. Culloden, 5th November 1745 | 183 |
| 273 | John Earl of Loudoun to the Same, that Rothiemurchus's company was the best clothed he had yet seen; that he was sorry to hear that Lord Lewis Gordon had "been drawn into this ruinous seem"; promising succour if needed. Inverness, 5th November 1745 | 184 |
| 274 | John Earl of Loudoun to James, fifth Earl of Findlater and Seafield, that he did not think Lord Lewis Gordon so formidable as Lord Seafield had been informed, etc. Inverness, 5th November 1745 | 185 |
| 275 | Sir Harry Innes to Ludovick Grant of Grant, urging him to take action at once, to go to Aberdeen and prevent Lord Lewis Gordon from giving any trouble there. Elgin, 7th November 1745 | 185 |
| 276 | [xxvi] Ludovick Grant of Grant to John Earl of Loudoun, that he had proposed to several gentlemen of his name to raise another company, but that they were adverse to it; that the rebels had been committing depredations, etc. Castle Grant, 29th November 1745 | 186 |
| 277 | John Earl of Loudoun to Ludovick Grant of Grant, stating that he was to march to Fort Augustus, and afterwards along the coast, for the relief of that district. Inverness, 2d December 1745 | 187 |
| 278 | Lord Lewis Gordon to Thomas Grant of Achoinany, commanding him to send to Keith the men called for from his estate, on pain of military execution. Huntly Castle, 6th December 1745 | 188 |
| 279 | John Grant, factor of Urquhart, to Ludovick Grant of Grant, that the Master of Lovat was to march south with the Frasers; that the Chisholms were to accompany them, etc. Bellimackaen, 10th December 1745 | 188 |
| 280 | Duncan Forbes of Culloden to James, fifth Earl of Findlater and Seafield, that Lord Lovat's clan were to remain quiet; that Lord Loudoun was to march to Aberdeen with a body of men, etc. Culloden, 10th December 1745 | 189 |
| 281 | Thomas Grant of Achoinany to Ludovick Grant of Grant, that Lord Lewis Gordon's men were mostly herds and ploughmen from Strathbogie, and would be easily defeated; position of the rebels, etc. Arndillie, 11th December 1745 | 190 |
| 282 | Ludovick Grant of Grant to John Earl of Loudoun, that he had ordered five or six hundred men to assemble to keep in check the party of Lord Lewis Gordon. Castle Grant, 12th December 1745 | 192 |
| 283 | Robert Grant to Ludovick Grant of Grant. Lord Lovat apprehended. Inverness, 12th December 1745 | 192 |
| 284 | Norman Macleod of Macleod to The Same, that he was about to march to the Spey. Elgin, 14th December 1745 | 193 |
| 285 | John Earl of Loudoun to The Same, stating that he had taken possession of Elgin, etc. Inverness, 14th December 1745 | 194 |
| 286 | Alexander Brodie, Lyon King-of-Arms, to Ludovick Grant of Grant, giving details of the Duke of Cumberland's march in pursuit of the rebels, etc. Inverness, 16th December 1745 | 194 |
| 287 | The Same to Sir Harry Innes, baronet, asking for intelligence how their friends got over the Spey. 16th December 1745 | 196 |
| 288 | Lord Lewis Gordon to Ludovick Grant of Grant, complaining of the latter's marching a body of men to Mulben, etc. Fyvie, 16th December 1745 | 196 |
| 289 | Sir Harry Innes of Innes to The Same, regretting that through some mistake a body of the rebels were not captured at the Spey; that McLeod wanted to act in concert with Grant, etc. 16th December 1745 | 197 |
| 290 | [xxvii] John Earl of Loudoun to The Same, commending his activity in suppressing the depredations of the rebels. Inverness, 17th December 1745 | 197 |
| 291 | Duncan Forbes of Culloden to Sir Harry Innes of Innes, asking him to direct the bearer to Macleod; that Lovat had not yet given satisfaction to Loudoun, etc. Culloden, 17th December 1745 | 198 |
| 292 | Norman Macleod of Macleod to Ludovick Grant of Grant, arranging for concerted action against the rebels in the counties of Banff and Aberdeen. Cullen, 17th December 1745 | 199 |
| 293 | Proclamation by Ludovick Grant of Grant at Strathbogie, promising that if rebels would deliver up their arms and be loyal, he would endeavour to obtain their pardon. 18th December 1745 | 199 |
| 294 | John Earl of Loudoun to Sir Harry Innes, stating that he could not send arms. Inverness, 18th December 1745 | 200 |
| 295 | Norman Macleod of Macleod to Lewis Grant of Grant, expressing his regret that Grant was not to join in the expedition to Aberdeen. Banff, 19th December 1745 | 200 |
| 296 | Ludovick Grant of Grant to Norman Macleod of Macleod, expressing his intention of returning to Keith, and stating that Culcairn and Captain Mackintosh would join Macleod at Inverurie. Huntly, 19th December 1745 | 201 |
| 298 | Ludovick Grant of Grant to John Earl of Loudoun, giving the state of parties in Aberdeenshire, and suggesting that the rebels should be driven out. Castle Grant, 24th December 1745 | 202 |
| 299 | The Same to William Grant, younger of Burnside, stating that he had received the latter's letter, giving an account of the defeat of the Macleods, etc. at Inverury, and suggesting that the passage of the Boat of Bridge should be secured for their retreat. Castle Grant, 24th December 1745 | 203 |
| 300 | Sir Harry Innes of Innes to Ludovick Grant of Grant. The action at Inverury. Elgin, 24th December 1745 | 204 |
| 301 | The Same to The Same. The same subject, and about securing the Boat of Bridge. Elgin, 24th December 1745 | 205 |
| 302 | Thomas Grant of Achoinany to The Same. The same subject. Arndillie, 25th December 1745 | 206 |
| 303 | William Grant of Burnside to The Same. The same subject. Mulben, 25th December 1745 | 207 |
| 304 | Ludovick Grant of Grant to William Grant of Burnside, desiring him to remain at Boat of Bridge. Castle Grant, 26th December 1745 | 207 |
| 305 | [xxviii] John Earl of Loudoun to Ludovick Grant of Grant, stating that he had not yet decided what operation to undertake next. Inverness, 30th December 1745 | 208 |
| 306 | Thomas Grant of Achoinany to The Same, giving further accounts of the fight at Inverury, etc. Arndilly, 2d January 1746 | 208 |
| 307 | John Earl of Loudoun to The Same, thanking him for certain information, and stating that he was filing off troops to the eastward. Inverness, 4th January 1745-6 | 209 |
| 308 | Ludovick Grant to Sir James Grant of Grant, giving a detailed account of recent events in the north. Castle Grant, 14th January 1746 | 210 |
| 309 | Patrick Grant, Lord Elchies, to Ludovick Grant of Grant, giving an account of the battle of Falkirk. Edinburgh, 18th January 1746 | 214 |
| 310 | Alexander Brodie of Brodie [address wanting], giving details of military movements, etc. Brodie House, 20th January 1746 | 215 |
| 311 | Sir James Grant of Grant to the right honourable Henry Pelham, offering to raise his clan for the service of the Government. 23d January 1745-6 | 216 |
| 312 | The Same to Andrew Fletcher of Milton, Lord Justice-Clerk, requesting him to make an offer to the Duke of Cumberland on Sir James's part to raise the Clan Grant. London, 28th January 1745-6 | 217 |
| 313 | Mrs. Mary Brodie, wife of Alexander Brodie of Brodie, to Ludovick Grant of Grant, telling what she knew of the battle of Falkirk. Brodie House, 2d February 1745-6 | 219 |
| 314 | John Grant to The Same, giving several items of news about the battle of Falkirk; also a list of those who had come from Inverness without leave, etc. Bienanach, 3d February 1746 | 220 |
| 315 | Duncan Forbes of Culloden to Ludovick Grant of Grant, giving a further account of the battle of Falkirk. Culloden, 6th February 1746 | 221 |
| 316 | John Earl of Loudoun to The Same, stating that the rebels had abandoned the siege of Stirling Castle and retreated northward, and requesting that their movements should be watched and reported to him. Inverness, 7th February 1745-6 | 222 |
| 317 | Duncan Forbes of Culloden to The Same, communicating reported proceedings of the rebels. Culloden, 11th February 1746 | 223 |
| 318 | John Earl of Loudoun to The Same, stating he had received a small supply of arms and would reserve some for Grant's men, who would require to come for them. Inverness 11th February 1745-6 | 224 |
| 319 | Ludovick Grant of Grant to John Earl of Loudoun, sending such intelligence as he had been able to gain. Castle Grant, 11th February 1746 | 225 |
| 320 | Ludovick Grant of Grant to John Earl of Loudoun, asking for a supply of arms, and sending some information about the movements of the rebels. Castle Grant, 13th February 1745-6 | 229 |
| 321 | [xxix] John Earl of Loudoun to Ludovick Grant of Grant, thanking him for intelligence, and stating he could not send the arms requested. Inverness, 15th February 1745-6 | 234 |
| 322 | Ludovick Grant of Grant to Sir Everard Falkener, expressing the pleasure it would give him to raise his clan as directed by the Duke of Cumberland, and sending intelligence. Castle Grant, 16th February 1746 | 235 |
| 323 | Lachlan Grant, Writer in Edinburgh, to Ludovick Grant of Grant, desiring him, at the request of Sir James Grant his father, to raise his men for the service of the Government; desiring also that he would send intelligence of the movements of the rebels. Perth, 17th February 1746 | 239 |
| 324 | The Same to The Same, on the same subject. Perth, 18th February 1746 | 239 |
| 325 | The Same to The Same, desiring him to continue the correspondence; stating certain military movements and political appointments that had recently been made. Perth, 21st February 1746 | 240 |
| 326 | Ludovick Grant of Grant to his father, Sir James Grant. Account of his journey from Castle Grant to Aberdeen, to escape from the rebels. Aberdeen, 4th March 1745-6 | 241 |
| 327 | Andrew Fletcher, Lord Justice-Clerk, to James Earl of Findlater and Seafield, conveying the King's commands to assist the Duke of Cumberland. Subjoined is a letter, dated 12th March, from the Earl to the Laird of Grant's bailies of regality in the county of Banff, enclosing a copy of the same. Edinburgh, 8th March 1746 | 242 |
| 328 | James Earl of Findlater and Seafield to Ludovick Grant of Grant, stating that His Royal Highness was pleased with the intelligence that he had sent. Aberdeen, 9th March 1745-6 | 243 |
| 329 | Major James Colquhoun of Luss to his father, Sir James Grant, relating particulars of the capture of Duncan McLachlan, a lieutenant in the Pretender's service. Rosedoe, 10th March 1746 | 244 |
| 330 | James Earl of Findlater and Seafield to Ludovick Grant of Grant, that some regiments were to move next day, and the Duke was anxious for information from him. Aberdeen, 10th March 1746 | 245 |
| 331 | The Same to The Same, that His Royal Highness wished him to stay in the quarters he was in, and to send intelligence. Aberdeen, 1Oth March 1746 | 245 |
| 332 | The Same to The Same, that His Royal Highness was pleased with his intelligence; desiring further information of the movements of the rebels; asking also his influence with the Lord Advocate to make James Philip one of his deputes for the next circuit. Aberdeen, 11th March 1746 | 245 |
| 333 | Ludovick Grant of Grant to his father, Sir James Grant. Situation of the rebels; intended to move forward to Strathspey, etc. Inverury, 11th March 1746 | 246 |
| 334 | James Earl of Findlater and Seafield to Ludovick Grant of Grant, stating that the Duke desired him to continue the correspondence. Aberdeen, 12th March 1746 | 248 |
| 335 | [xxx] The Same to The Same. The same subject. Aberdeen, 13th March 1746 | 248 |
| 336 | he Same to The Same, that he could spare only fifty pounds at present, and that Grant should apply to the Duke for some money to account for his men's subsistence. Aberdeen, 15th March 1746 | 248 |
| 337 | The Same to The Same, stating that the Duke was well pleased with his conduct; that Sandy Grant, who had experience in conducting small expeditions, had better act under General Bland's directions. Aberdeen, 17th March 1746 | 249 |
| 338 | The Same to The Same, giving an account of the depredations committed by the rebels: the Duke had heard that many prisoners of the Clan Grant had enlisted with them; further stating that certain Highland chieftains were mustering their clans, etc. Aberdeen, 18th March 1746 | 250 |
| 339 | Ludovick Grant, younger of Grant, to his father, Sir James Grant of Grant, giving an account of his movements - of skirmishes with the rebels in Strathbogie and Strathspey. Castle Forbes, 19th March 1746 | 250 |
| 340 | General Humphrey Bland to Ludovick Grant of Grant, that he had been alarmed by accounts of the rebels crossing the Spey, but had taken measures to meet them. Strathbogie, 23d March 1746 | 251 |
| 341 | Ludovick Grant to his father, Sir James Grant of Grant, giving an account of his proceedings and of the movements of the rebels. Strathbogie, 24th March 1746 | 252 |
| 342 | William Duff, Lord Braco, to Ludovick Grant of Grant, desiring him to apply to the general for a protection for his sister Lady Achmedden, and for John Forbes. 25th March 1746 | 254 |
| 343 | Sir James Grant of Grant [address wanting], that he was sorry to hear the rebels were in possession of his house. London, 29th March 1746 | 255 |
| 344 | James Earl of Findlater and Seafield to Ludovick Grant of Grant, that with regard to the protections asked, the Duke's answer was, that the behaviour of the army in reference to the houses of rebels would depend on their actions towards the friends of the Government. Aberdeen, 29th March 1746 | 255 |
| 345 | The Same to The Same, that the Duke desired he would move nearer the Spey. Aberdeen, 2d April 1746 | 256 |
| 346 | Ludovick Grant to his father, Sir James Grant of Grant, giving news of the movements of the rebels. Strathbogie, 3d April 1746 | 256 |
| 347 | The Same to The Same, giving an account of military movements; that the Duke of Cumberland had crossed the Spey, etc. Elgin, 13th April 1746 | 257 |
| 348 | Sir William Gordon of Park to Lady Gordon, written the day after the battle of Culloden, stating that he was well, and begging her to take care of her own and her child's health. 17th April 1746 | 258 |
| 349 | [xxxi] James, fifth Earl of Findlater and second Earl of Seafleld, to Ludovick Grant of Grant, that the Duke desired he would keep his men four or five miles from Inverness. Inverness, 19th April 1746 | 258 |
| 350 | The Same to The Same, that the Duke was pleased to hear Lord Balmerino and others were in custody, and expected they would be brought in as soon as possible. Inverness, 20th April 1746 | 259 |
| 351 | Sir James Grant of Grant, baronet, to his son, Ludovick Grant, asking him to write; and stating that an address to his Majesty had been moved in the House of Commons on the occasion of the Duke's victory. London, 29th April 1746 | 260 |
| 352 | Sir Archibald Grant to Ludovick Grant of Grant, that His Royal Highness was well pleased with the appearance the Grants had made, and desired that Ludovick would dismiss all his people except the Independent Company. Inverness, 3d May 1746 | 260 |
| 353 | The Same to Sir James Grant of Grant, acquainting him, at his son's request, of the movements of the Grants, searching for arms, etc. Inverness, 8th May 1746 | 261 |
| 354 | Ludovick Grant of Grant to Sir James Grant his father, that his actions had met with the approval of His Royal Highness, etc. Inverness, 10th May 1746 | 262 |
| 355 | Lachlan Grant, Writer in Edinburgh, to Ludovick Grant of Grant, that he had heard of the death of Glenbucket and Cluny Macpherson. Edinburgh, 10th July 1746 | 263 |
| 356 | John Grant, factor of Urquhart, to The Same. Movements of the Duke of Cumberland; that the writer lived in fear of the friends of some of the rebels that were apprehended, and desired a protection for his wife. Bellimackaen, 12th July 1746 | 264 |
| 357 | Ludovick Grant, younger of Grant, to the Duke of Newcastle, giving information regarding the part the Grants of Sheuglie took in the Rebellion; mentioning a letter sent by Prince Charles Edward to Sir James Grant of Grant; and begging that the men of Glenmoriston and Urquhart who had surrendered themselves should be as leniently dealt with as others. 1746 | 265 |
| 358 | Prince Charles Edward to Sir James Grant, baronet, that he had set up the Royal Standard, and hoped to see Grant among the most forward in joining it. Kinlochiel, 22d August 1745 | 268 |
| 359 | Lachlan Grant, Writer in Edinburgh, to Sir Ludovick Grant of Grant, baronet. The Master of Lovat's case; sad condition of Glengarry. Edinburgh, 7th May 1747 | 268 |
| 360 | The Same to The Same, that the Master of Lovat had been set at liberty, on condition of residing in Glasgow till his Majesty's further pleasure should be known. Edinburgh, 13th August 1747 | 269 |
| 361 | Sir Ludovick Grant of Grant, baronet, to Lachlan Grant, Writer in Edinburgh, that he desired to purchase the estate of Baron Grant. Almonrie, 6th July 1758 | 269 |
| 362 | James, fifth Earl of Findlater and second Earl of Seafield, to [Sir Ludovick Grant of Grant], expressing his conviction of the sympathy Sir Ludovick felt for him in the loss he had sustained; his regret to hear of Sir Ludovick's illness; and urging him to use means for his restoration to health, etc. Buxton Wells, 24th May 1761 | 270 |
| 363 | [xxxii]James Grant, younger of Grant, to his father, Sir Ludovick Grant of Grant. Of Lady Findlater's illness and death, and of Lord Findlater and the company at Buxton, etc. Buxton, 26th May 1761 | 271 |
| 364 | Ludovick Grant, Edinburgh, to James Grant, younger of Grant, that the judgment of the Court of Session in the Douglas case had been reversed by the House of Lords; illuminations when the news was received in Edinburgh. Edinburgh, 4th March 1769 | 272 |
| 365 | James, seventh Earl of Findlater and fourth Earl of Seafield [no address], written after the death of his father. He was soon to leave this "dismal place", where his mother every day received fresh wounds to her afflicted mind. Cullen House, 11th December 1770 | 273 |
| 366 | Sir James Grant of Grant to Alexander Innes of Breda, commissary of Aberdeen. Death of Sir Ludovick Grant his father. Castle Grant, 26th March 1773 | 274 |
| 367 | Henry Dundas, afterwards Viscount Melville, to Sir James Grant of Grant. Death of a son of the latter. Wimbledon, 14th April 1788 | 274 |
| 368 | Lewis Alexander Grant, afterwards fifth Earl of Seafield, to his father, Sir James Grant of Grant. His studies in law. Edinburgh, 17th November 1788 | 275 |
| 369 | James-Francis, son of Sir Archibald Grant of Monymusk, to Sir James Grant of Grant, enclosing a copy of a poem. Monymusk, November 1788 | 275 |
| 370 | James, second Earl of Fife [no address]. Interview with King George the Third. 10th March 1789 | 277 |
| 371 | Thomas Lord Newborough to Sir James Grant of Grant, baronet, of the glowing accounts he had heard of Sir James from Sir John Macpherson. Florence, 10th July 1790 | 278 |
| 372 | The Very Reverend Principal Hill, St. Andrews, to [Sir James Grant of Grant, baronet], referring to a speech by Mr. Grant in the General Assembly. St. Andrews, 3d August 1790 | 279 |
| 373 | The Right Honourable William Pitt to Sir James Grant of Grant, that a day or two would enable him to say whether there would be any business of importance in the House. Downing Street, 9th May 1791, | 279 |
| 374 | The Same to The Same, that no business of any consequence was likely to occur in Parliament, and apologising for detaining Sir James in his journey home. Downing Street, 17th May 1791 | 280 |
| 375 | Gregory Grant, Edinburgh, to Lady Grant, that he was continuing his endeavours to have a home for destitute orphans on Speyside. Edinburgh, 7th December 1791 | 280 |
| 376 | James, second Earl of Fife, to Lady Grant, that the French had evacuated Ostend, etc. Fife House, 1st April 1793 | 281 |
| 377 | Sir James Grant of Grant, baronet, to Sir Alexander P. Cumming Gordon of Altyre. Death of Sir James's wife. Castle Grant, 15th February 1805 | 281 |
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