| Description | Letter from Mr Hadfield explaining that Sir Peter is returning to Knutsford once the business in London is complete and a horse and carriage has been purchased for his intended wedding, there is discussion of wedding presents and other arrangements, and the news that Lady Tweet has an ugly pain in her teeth and that Mr Parkers complete victory over the Curzon's has pleased Mr Hadfield. (1)
Letter from Mr W. Hadfield thanking Lord de Tabley for the appointment of him to the living of Witton. (2)
Letter from Elizabeth Russell, JFL's auntie regarding the death of Mr Hadfield and her wish that he should make Mr Russell his successor in the Church. (1)
Letter from Thomas Wyatt, agent to the late P. Dekin regarding the benefit of a particular policy not enclosed.
Letter from G. Stannley requesting due to the need to head out of town to delay waiting on him until Saturday 30th or any time that is convenient. Letter from Henry Porter in regard to Mr Tomkinson's request to be sent his accounts. There is a gap in his records due to the failure of Thomas Beckett to pass on his accounts for 1774-5 but he encloses all accounts including 1776 onwards.
Letter from Joshua Brookes stating that his man with three brace of deer set off on Sunday night and should be travelling about thirty miles a day but if he could send men and a fresh horse to Owsley Bridge it would quicken the journey.
Letter from Mrs Catherine Atkinson, Sir John Fleming Leicester's sister personal news such as Mr Atkinson has just sent home a pheasant which he has been fagging since 10 o'clock and her intention to send one up to Manchester, Henry's baby is not expected to live and Mrs L is very ill and she is looking forward to reading the result of 'the great studies for the great book.' (1)
Letter from J.W Newton explaining that she cannot send Sir John Fleming Leicester the tithe document for the Beaton estate until her brother returns from London where he is currently conducting business regarding the Dukingfield Estate. (2)
Letter from Elizabeth Russell, Sir John Fleming Leicester auntie expressing pleasure that he is feeling better, explaining that Mr and Mrs Nicholl's are staying with her at the moment and requesting he send a couple of woodcocks down for them.
Letter from Richard Hawarth enclosing a receipt for the interest due to him, requesting payment be sent to Miss Child, Temple Bar and promising that he will ensure a receipt would be sent in return.
Letter from Si Byde regarding possible building work due to take place and his recommendation for a builder. (1)
Letter from J.L Brooke concerning Grey's request he should attend the militia and his intention to dispose of all his deer.
Note from Sir Joshua Renelds questioning Sir John Fleming Leicesters valuation of a house as it requires some repair in order to settle the business Sir Joshua is willing to offer Sir John 1000 guineas for the house and furniture.
Letter from Si Byde again concerning building work he has consulted certain builders and completed a survey.
Letter from Mr Ackers assessing the appeal of purchasing an estate in Ashley on Sir John Fleming Leicesters behalf. Letter from William Peirson servant of JFL promising to have the stables, grounds and house prepared for an upcoming reception.
Letter from Catherine Atkinson, Sir John Fleming Leicester's sister asking if he has a house in town this winter, they have not contacted each other in some time, if she knew where he was she would send him a brace of pheasants, they are within six miles of the seat of the Marquis of Buckingham where there is plenty of game along with other general news and pleasantries.
Letter of reference from Nathan Milne 'for the bearer' stating he has been a farmer for him for the last twelve years and is of sound character.
Letter from D. Byrne imparting general news about family. |