Letter – Bishop Durham to Thomas Richard Beaumont – 25 Jan 1798

      Mongewell, Wallingford Jan 25 1798 

Dear Sir,

      It has been intimated to me that many of the Proprietors of Lands in Weardale are desirous of an inclosure. The idea meets with my fullest approbation from a conviction that the greatest benefits will result from the carrying it into execution both to the individuals concerned, & to the county at large from bringing into cultivation such an extent of unproductive soil. I should hope that it will appear to you & Mrs Beaumont in the same light. If it does, you will have the goodness to signify to me your consent to the division as a general measure; not binding you to any specific terms, which may be adjusted in the prosecution of the business.

      Mrs Barrington's best comp[liment]s accompany mine to Mrs Beaumont & yourself.

I am Dear Sir, with much regard, your faithful servant

      S Dunelm