THOMAS SCOTT (19th-century)

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THOMAS SCOTT (19th-century)
Autograph journal signed: ("T.S.") and ("Thos.Scott"), twice, recording a two week period in Ireland between 20 February 1853 and 6 March 1853, small°4.
Based at Ballynahinch Castle inspecting and valuing the Martin estate, Scott travels and observes various aspects of Ireland from the beauty of the land: "which must be seen to be understood and admired" to agricuture, minerals, religion and social comment: "I could not help remarking how much more 'well-to-do like' the Tenants on it [farm owned by Trinity College, Dublin] looked, than those on the Martin Estate." Once back in London he adds a general summary symphathising with the Irish people and wishing them: "the power to enable their country to arise to a long and a glorious honour." (time staining and detached pages)
With an autograph House of Commons envelope signed: ("From The Right Honble H.J. Gladstone") addressed to: "T. Scott Esq 5 Charing Cross" (Browned, spotted, with a tear to House of Commons emblem)

Lot Essay

Born in Scotland, Thomas Scott was one of the most popular writers on Agriculture and Land Reform in the latter half of the Nineteenth Century. Taking a deep interest in Irish affairs, he had a thorough knowledge of the country and was known to supply statistics to Mr Gladstone.

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