Letter – Edward Blackett to Christopher Blackett – 24 Nov 1715

By - gregpfinch24 Nov 1715
Document Type: Letter
Date: 24 Nov 1715
Correspondent: Edward Blackett
Recipient: Christopher Blackett
Archive Source: NRO ZBL 191
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      24 November 1715

Dr Kitty

      I was very glad to perceive by a letter wch I Recd this post from Mr Willson that you are perfectly recovered & in good health wch pray God continue to you, am much concern’d to hear that my poor brother Bridges is so dangerously Ill, I was in hopes to have see him this winter, but if he was so ill as Mr Wilson writ me am afraid he will not over it,

      I should have sent Mr Kingsley a bill for one hundred pound, but bills being Scarce could onely get one for £80, so am indebted to him £20, so do you pay it him in full for the £100 left in my hand, wch Mr Beaumondt, Inclosed I send you a bill £100 wch will be punctually paid, when due, wth my blessings to you & yours. I am

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The Dukesfield Smelters and Carriers Project aimed to celebrate and discover the heritage of the Dukesfield Arches & lead carriers' routes between Blaydon and the lead mines of Allendale and Weardale. A two year community project, it was led by the Friends of the North Pennines in partnership with Hexhamshire and Slaley Parish Councils and the active support of Allendale Estates. It was funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund and the generous support of other sponsors. Friends of the North Pennines: Charity No:1137467