Autograph letter by Scottish scientist Frederick Guthrie - September 1858

Description

FREDERICK GUTHRIE
(1833-1886).  A Scottish scientist, Guthrie discovered cryohydrates.  He studied under Bunsen.
ALS. 3pp. 3 ¾” x 6”.
28 Sept 1858
.
Edinburgh
.  An autograph letter signed
“
Frederick Guthrie
”
to an unidentified Colonel:
“On returning to town in the md of last week I found yr letter, & I take the first opportunity I have had of answering it.  I am sorry that would be out of my power to attend the meeting.  I expect to be working at home without…to span in the md…& I know not how far on in November.  If I can get away at that time I am prepared to go away to…I regret that but will hope for the future…”
.  The letter has light ink ghosting and mounting remnants, but is in fine condition otherwise.
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