Letter – Nicholas Walton to John King – 27 Mar 1736

By - gregpfinch27 Mar 1736
Document Type: Letter
Date: 27 Mar 1736
Correspondent: Nicholas Walton
Recipient: John King
Archive Source: TNA ADM 66 105
  • Transcription
  • Comments (0)
    • Change font
    If columns/tables do not appear straight, change font
To Mr King Attory at Law

      Ravensworth Castle  March 27th 1736

Sr,

	Your last brought us an Accot of the extraordinary behaviour of Master Scott, who we would have given you directions about <anreut> of yours but that we were not then in formed in whose name to bring Actions

	The Board of Directors on acquainting them with wt usage you had mett with, gave us for answer that all Actions are to be brought in the name of the Attorney Generall for his Majesty;  The Freehold being in his Majesty, and they withall have given us directions to prosecute Scott as the Law directs and we desire you may pursue it accordingly, and that you will acquaint us with your proceedings thereon.  We are Your most Hble Servts

      Nichos Walton		Hugh Boag

Leave a comment

We welcome further information or corrections on topics and incidents mentioned in individual letters. It might take a while before your comments are checked for adding to public view within the website. We cannot undertake further research in response to questions.

Your email is never published nor shared. Required fields are marked *

*

General Discussion
Suggested correction or addition

*

  Return to search results or refine/create new search
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