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DocRefNoCR4141/7/239/3
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TitleLetter to Edward Willes from Thomas Vivian
Date28 Feb 1758
DescriptionMentions a former deputy of Willes, who invited him to a family dinner. Discuses Denny family affairs, and the problems with Bransby, Tilson and the mortgage debt to Bell. Young Anquish, who is now married, has got a bill of £40 from his father, of which he used £16 to pay Major Bell. Describes proceedings in parliament, and says that 'Old Clive's brain is almost turn'd with his son's Success'. The King of Prussia wants English troops, not money. Gives news of the Stanley family: he hears that Pat intends to visit Willes 'to try her Fortune in the Bogs'. No address.
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