Letters – Joseph Richmond to Walter Blackett – 15 Apr 1731

By - gregpfinch15 Apr 1731
Document Type: Letters
Date: 15 Apr 1731
Correspondent: Joseph Richmond
Recipient: Walter Blackett
Archive Source: NRO 673 2
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To Walter Blackett Esqr.                   Newcastle    15th Ap.l 1731



Hon[ou]rd Sir,

      On my return from the Leadmines where all things go on successfully, I reced your Lre of the 2nd instant & shall take care to pay your bill to the order of Mr Cagdale.

      I sent by Winship 30 guin[ea]s for the Guelding which Mr Carr b[ough]t you & he is getting him into order against you coming into the Country.

      I have plow’d & sewn the Nuns, & begin with the design of a cald both near the place you mentioned of a size & Scituation which I hope will please.

      The Phesants for Sir Jno. Swinburn came to hand this morning, which I have forwarded, one of the hens dyed in the passage, the mes[senge]r tells me the cocks killed her   I am JR

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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