Letter – Michael Blackett to James Cooke – 2 Nov 1675

By - gregpfinch2 Nov 1675
Document Type: Letter
Date: 2 Nov 1675
Correspondent: Michael Blackett
Recipient: James Cooke
Archive Source: CUL MS Add 91
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I have before me both yours of the 24 past & primo present I doe acknowledge my selfe very much obliedged unto you for the same & so long as I live will Endeavoure to make you a Requitall If at any time I can doe you any Service in this place if upon all occationes pray fre[e]ly dispose of me but I am sory you are prevented of doing me that kindnesse you Intended your bill for £100 would have done me no small kindnesse when you can spare a bill for 2 or £300 or more pray let me know or send it me If I make use thereof you shall undoubtedly have your money p[er] first opertunity & God willing if I do not doe (or be willing to doe) as much for you some time or other call me an ungratefull person  by the bearer C: f:  I send you £63 for your Bill & thankes & over & above I give you the Bagg but for future when you send me Bills send alsoe Baggs for the money for they will cost you 3d a piece here my service to your Good Lady MB

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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