letter – John Blackett to Isabel Blackett – 16 Oct 1713

By - gregpfinch16 Oct 1713
Document Type: letter
Date: 16 Oct 1713
Correspondent: John Blackett
Recipient: Isabel Blackett
Archive Source: NRO ZBL 190
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    	16 Octobr 1713

Sister Bella



my Father Recd yr letter, but is in so great a concern for his loss tht he cannot ut en to paper, so ordered me to acquaint you tht you may buy a Crape Gown & petticoat for mourning at Knaesbroug & what other small things are Necessary & send the note to Newby & he well send you money to pay for it, the bearer will give you a little box of pills you may take 5 of thm at a time as you have occasion for they are very safe Physick, my father is Extreemly troubled tht you should have the least thoughts of coming to Newby, he has a great many troubles upon him & he says to see you would Increase them, he gives his Service to Cousin Norton & all his good Family, & would be very glad to see him here to morrow to discourse him about some business, he gives you his blessing & believe me

      yr affect Brother

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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