Letter – Edward Blackett to Edward Blackett – 13 Jun 1710

Document Type: Letter
Date: 13 Jun 1710
Correspondent: Edward Blackett
Recipient: Edward Blackett
Archive Source: NRO ZBL 189
  • Transcription
  • Comments (0)
  • Change font
    If columns/tables do not appear straight, change font
June 13 1710

D[ea]r Nedde

I Rec[eive]d yours of the 10th I am altogether of the opinion that tis to no purpose to Expect a Capts Comission this sumer, so we must try what can be done in Winter, the better Intrest cannot be made so I would have you to take a place in the Stage Coach & come to Newby with all speed, & shall send horses for you Either to Ferrybridge or Yorke, if you want moneys to bring you down go to your Bro Kitte, & order him to give you £5 & I’ll repay it him, Acq[uain]t me whether your sisters has been at Ember yet or not, or when they do go, and if you have seen your Uncle Bridges & whether he invited you to his house with my Blessing to you all I am your most affect[ionate] Father.

Leave a comment

We welcome further information or corrections on topics and incidents mentioned in individual letters. It might take a while before your comments are checked for adding to public view within the website. We cannot undertake further research in response to questions.

Your email is never published nor shared. Required fields are marked *

*

General Discussion
Suggested correction or addition

*

  Return to search results or refine/create new search
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