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- 28 Jul. 1875 (Creation)
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2 folded sheets.
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Edinburgh. - Enclosing copies [no longer present] of the application for Interdict; the answers thereto for Edmonston & Douglas and for Thomas & Archibald Constable; and of the 'Copy Interlocutor or order by Lord Ormidale dated yesterday'.
Messrs Edmonston & Douglas 'who it appears had been very recently negotiating with Mr Napier as to the publication of a life of his father) now disclaim any intention so to publish', and the Lord Ordinary has recalled the Interdict against them with expenses. The interdict remains effectual against Messrs Constable until proceedings against Mr Napier in England determine the rights of parties - or unless either the complainants have the interdict declared perpetual or Messrs Constable have it removed. Will be glad to know if it is intended to take proceedings against Mr Napier, 'as the interdict against Messrs Constable stands upon the representation that such proceedings are to be brought.
With copy of letter.