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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
5 February 1812
Islington. John Longdon to mother; 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.
Date
1812
Level
file
Repository
Derbyshire Record Office
Archive Creator
Longsdon family of Little Longstone
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