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D3580 - Longsdon family of Little Longstone - [14th-20th Cent]
- C - Correspondence

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Archive Reference / Library Class No.	D3580/C/262
Title	Islington. John Longdon to mother
Date	5 Feb 1812
Description	Sorry about colds, has had cough but is much better. Hats sent off and not so fashionable as the Regency Hats, but more becoming. Shirt is a fair sample of writers except a few, so want them as soon as they can be well made. Mr George Morewood wants John to deter visit north until after GM's return to town - probably in spring - pleased because wants to make progress in father's business which really needs attention now. Things are bad but may clear expects quiet in a few weeks. William doing all he can, writer is quite satisfied with his attention to the concern. Very busy, looking forward to visit home, bring her and Bessy with him. 7 Feb. melancholy letter from William which will hasten his visit north as things completely out of order among his managing people. Gossip. Long messages. In Mr Morewood's parcel per waggon is a pair of William's shoes which please keep for him. Long letter from John Barker with remembrances.
Extent	1 item
Level	Item
Repository	Derbyshire Record Office
Archive Creator	Longsdon family of Little Longstone
Format	Document
Term	Letters (documents)

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