• Reference
    WY990/12
  • Title
    Letter to William Stuart from his brother, John, 1st Marquis of Bute. Written from Paris. - Refers to misery and unhappiness that has arisen in the family; 'I persevere, I forgive, I will do everything in my power to contribute towards the ease and comfort of the unfortunate young man.' [his son, Herbert Windsor Stuart].
  • Date free text
    3 Jun 1790
  • Production date
    From: 1790 To: 1790
  • Scope and Content
    - The writer is unaware of the full circumsatances, but believes the story is 'too public, too atrocious, to admit of his returning to Cambridge...' '...the law seems to be barred, a cloud must for ever cover his character...' 'Had he possessed a grain of courage, when he stabbed the woman, another blow should have been directed against himself.' - Discusses possible future careers for Herbet following this event and seeks William's advice. - Postscript refers to the election at Cardiff.
  • Level of description
    item