Letter – John Erasmus Blackett to unknown – 2 Dec 1785

By - gregpfinch2 Dec 1785
Document Type: Letter
Date: 2 Dec 1785
Correspondent: John Erasmus Blackett
Recipient: unknown
Archive Source: NRO 672 E 1E 5
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My Lord

               I have the Honor of transmitting to your Lordship a Copy of the Memorial of the Proprietors and Persons interested in Leadmines & the Lead Trade in the Counties of Northumberland, Durham, and in those parts of the County of Cumberland adjoining thereto; and I am desired by the said Meeting to Request your Lordship will favour them with your Support in order to obtain a Repeal of the late Duty on Lead exported.

     I have the Honor to be with great Respect, 

                               My Lord

                                      Your Lordships most Obedient Humble Servant

.                                                              John E. Blackett

                                           Newcastle  2nd Decem. 1785

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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