Letters – Joseph Richmond to Francis Salkeld – 9 May 1758

Document Type: Letters
Date: 9 May 1758
Correspondent: Joseph Richmond
Recipient: Francis Salkeld
Archive Source: NRO 672/E/1E/1
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To Mr Francis Salkeld at Dukesfield

Newcastle 9 May 1758

Sir

	When Mr Baker's Agents rode in the Field belonging to Middle Dukesfield they sho[ul]d have been stop'd. however pay no Acre Money for it, as you are certain none has ever been paid, it must most likely be part of the Freehold.

	The Slaley Tenants have desired Sir Wr. to join them in defending ag[ain]st Mr baker. But before he engages with them in the suit, he desires they will get a Case stated that can certainly be supported by Evidence quite disinterested & an Opinion taken upon the Case, wch you will acquaint them with & let me know their answer. And I desire you will send me as particular an acct. as you can of all the Ground taken in of the common to any of Sir Walters farms, how long it has been taken in, & what Acre money is paid for it, & if any offer is made to pull down the Fence of the Field belonging to Middle Dukesfield, that you will take care to discharge them, & let them know that Sr. Wr. says its part of his Estate & therefore they sho[ul]d be careful what they do. Wth my service to Mr & Mrs Hunter & their family I am  etc   JR

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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