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D8760 - Gell family of Hopton Hall, Wirksworth - 1714-1994
- F - Family records of the extended Franklin family and the Gell family of Hopton Hall - 1714-1994
  - FSJ - Records of Sir John Franklin - 1810-[early 20th cent]
    - 1 - Correspondence of Sir John Franklin - 1810-[early 20th cent]
      - 12 - Correspondence of John Franklin with other members of his extended family - 1820-1839

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Archive Reference / Library Class No.	D8760/F/FSJ/1/12/3
Former Reference	D3311/31/5
Title	Letter from William Peacock to his uncle John Franklin, on William's first six months in India
Date	3 Jul 1823
Description	Congratulations on safe return. Describes weather in Madras and contrasts climate with that of the northern region where Franklin has just been. Has been here for about half a year. Has not visited surrounding countryside apart from one location: The Seven Pagodas. Discusses need to remain indoors to avoid the heat of the sun. Has been trying to learn Hindustani, a language in widespread use in India but little used in Madras, where Malabar is the language used. Had a long passage and arrived at Madras during the monsoon season. Uncle James (who went home in the same ship as that in which William arrived) had not heard of your arrival in England before he left Madras. He must be in England by now. He may arrive before the letters giving news of his return. Mentions the deadline for letters to be conveyed on the "Marquis of Hastings". Postscript, dated 5 July: pleased to hear that Aunt Betsy is better.
Extent	1 sheet
Level	Item
Repository	Derbyshire Record Office
Sender	William Peacock
Sender Location	Madras [India]
Recipient	John Franklin
Recipient Location	At Messrs Brine & Co., 3 Cliffords Inn, London
Archive Creator	Sir John Franklin (1786-1847)
Archive Creator	Gell family of Hopton Hall, Wirksworth

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