Letter – Edward Blackett to James Clark – 6 Jun 1709

Document Type: Letter
Date: 6 Jun 1709
Correspondent: Edward Blackett
Recipient: James Clark
Archive Source: NRO ZBL 189
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James Clark                           						June 6

      Upon the Rect of this Lettr I desire you’ll write to Martin Fenwick to hasten down the Lead with all possible Speed.  For I perceive there’s above 500 pcs made and little more than 200 in the Cellar, Speak likewise to the Wherryman that they bring it down as fast as it comes to Newburne. Pray Delivr the enclosed to Mr Pemberton with yr own hand, and let me know per Frydays post what Leads in Cellar and what at Newburne & the price Currt.   

                                                    I am yr assured fr[ien]d

James Clark <Free port[r?]>

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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