Letter – Michael Blackett to Matthew Lamb – 26 Apr 1676

By - gregpfinch26 Apr 1676
Document Type: Letter
Date: 26 Apr 1676
Correspondent: Michael Blackett
Recipient: Matthew Lamb
Archive Source: CUL MS Add 91
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Mr: Mat[t]hew Lambe     Newcastle Ap[r]ill 26th : 1676



Sir

I have Rec[eive]d youres of the 24 present, And am sorrey to heare of my Mothers Indisposition; Indeed the reason of my soe longe silence was my <preperacon> [preparation] for goeinge, As alsoe in goinge to the pay att the Leed Mines the last week, together w[i]th my business extraordinary att my returne from thence, But I am resolved (God willinge) some time this week, to see you and my Mother at Darnton, where wee shall take each otheres mutuall accnt [account] of w[ha]t you write in yo[u]r letter; soe w[i]th myne and my Wifes service to you both I remayne MB:



The hattes are come you shall have one p[er] first opportunity.

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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