Letter – Martin Morrison to Walker & Maltby – 19 Jun 1809

By - gregpfinch19 Jun 1809
Document Type: Letter
Date: 19 Jun 1809
Correspondent: Martin Morrison
Recipient: Walker & Maltby
Archive Source: NRO 672 E 1E 6
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Messrs Walker & Maltby & Co Lead Merchants London	Newcastle 19th June 1809



      In reply to your esteemed letter of the 16th instant I have to state that my terms for 10, 15 or 20,000 pieces of WB Lead are £30 p fo[ther] for refined ore in the proportion of one third, and £34 p fo common with 1/10th  Slag in the proportion of two thirds;  the credit to commence as each 5000 pieces are weighed off and ready for delivery.  Having not more than  4000 pieces on the Wharf at Blaydon unsold, I should prefer disposing the lesser of either the above quantities, but shall in this particular be happy to conform to your wishes, should you deem it expedient to accept this offer.  Your determination in course of Post will oblige Gentlemen I am etc

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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