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Newton to Sir Alexander - ; Hannah Barton to Newton; Newton to Hooke 8 Jun. 1678; Newton to Mr. Fatis 10 Nov. 1692; Newton to Hooke 18 May 1678; Hooke to Newton 25 May 1678. Newton scientific notes headed "Refractio horizontalis". Presumably made for the Newton MSS Syndicate.

Newton, Sir Isaac (1642-1727) Knight, natural philosopher and mathematician

A.L., s. from William Cave to 'Good Mr Dean'

Discusses the end of the case concerning a prebend due to him. Also notes the Dean of Guernsey's underhand dealings. Gives thanks for the help given him.

Cave, William (1637-1713) patristic scholar

Petition to King James II

Typescript copy of a petition to the exiled King James II, that he send the petitioner a Royal Certificate of his being a gentleman pursuant. Lincoln writes that he has, for several years, been well settled in London, working as a merchant. However, due to inaction, he will quit the city and transfer to Spain, where he intends to remain for the rest of his life. A certificate would be advantageous for him, since it would allow Lincoln to be formally recognised as a member of a good and noble family. He asks that his Majesty consider the petitioner on account of his known loyalty to him.

Lincoln, Andrew (fl 1694)

Petition to King James II

Laminated card copy of a petition to the exiled King James II, that he send the petitioner a Royal Certificate of his being a gentleman pursuant. Lincoln writes that he has, for several years, been well settled in London, working as a merchant. However, due to inaction, he will quit the city and transfer to Spain, where he intends to remain for the rest of his life. A certificate would be advantageous, since it would allow Lincoln to berecognised as a member of a good and noble family. He asks that his Majesty consider the petitioner on account of his known loyalty to him.

Lincoln, Andrew (fl 1694)

Ratification of the right of Andrew Lincoln to bear arms

Laminated card copy of a manuscript ratification of Andrew Lincoln's right to bear arms. Includes a genealogy, written in Latin, which traces the noble descent of the Lincoln family. Issued in response to a petition by Andrew Lincoln to James II. [c.f. Lincoln B/3/4].

Tyrry, James (1660-1725)

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