Letter – Michael Blackett to Edward Allen – 7 Jan 1676

By - gregpfinch7 Jan 1676
Document Type: Letter
Date: 7 Jan 1676
Correspondent: Michael Blackett
Recipient: Edward Allen
Archive Source: CUL MS Add 91
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Newcastle Jan 7th 1675

Mr Ed: Allen

Sr

Since my comeing home do meet with yours of the p[ri]mo But for answer I cannot afford to Give you your price for your Rey [Rye] In Mr Jacksons Custody but p[er] last I will Give which is 4s p[er] Bush[el] if you will take that I will take sume p[ar]t of it perhaps all but more I cannot Give since I came home I spoake againe to my Miller about y[ou]r pease but not a farthing above <.>s 4d he will Give so I tould him he Could not have them when a better offer presents I shall advise you thereof so wishing you a Good new yeare I remaine MB

offered him 3s 5d for his pease

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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