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A collection of documents & transcripts chronicling the activities of the Seale family during their Dartmouth years & their contribution to the development of the town view categoryShip Building
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Diary of Rev Robert Seale
Diary (January 1881 to 1819)of Reverend Robert Seale1788 – 1819 Vicar et KingswearBuried at Townstal
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My Dear Children
Two letters written by Mary Eliza Godfrey nee Giles (born 1795 in Tavistock (?) who married Joseph James Godfrey, Surgeon, of Liverpool 4th January 1821 in Chatham. Lived in Chatham and Liverpool, brother William Giles was Dickens' first schoolmaster in Chatham.The first letter recalls her grandparents and early life in Tavistock with a brief mention of Dartmouth. The second letter is an account of her life in Dartmouth from 1799 until 1910 where her father was the Baptist Minister.
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Old Dartmouth Street Names
Previous names of Dartmouth streets and roads. This list is still under development and subject to amendment. If you have any information that may help us please contact Shirley Newton at the History research group view documentPutting a date to Fashion
Hints on dating photo's from the style of clothing worn view documentSale of Seale property to H Mair. 1864
Document Held: Routley FamilySale of property by Henry Seale to Hugh Mair April 1864
This Indenture list many Dartmouth property’s sold by H Seale to Hugh Mair & possibly marks the ending of the Seale families affair with Dartmouth after several centuries. Also given are details of the occupants at that time. PDF File.
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Sandquay Woods - An 18th Century Pleasure Garden.
In the 18th century John Seale who lived in Mount Boone House and owned much land around it, decided to lay out landscaped gardens on the edge of Old Mill creek for his family to enjoy, including as was fashionable at the time imitation old buildings to create an illusion of great age.See also The Woods of Old Mill. view document
Seale Misc. Paper "Gretton" 1770 - 1890
From "Alumni Cantabrigiensis"George Gretton,
Walthal Gretton,
George Holdsworth Lowther Gretton,
Frederick (Edward)Gretton, view document
Seale 0003. Capt Seale of "The Milford" Samuel Pepys Diary 1665
"Capt. Seale of the Milford hath done very well in boarding the King Soloman" Sinking of the King Soloman of the 34 Dutch Smyrna fleet in the Bay of Cales. Letter from Captain Allen view documentSeale 0004. Rev. William Bayly. c1607-1673
Rev. William Bayly, Rector of Stoke Fleming. c1607-1673. Father of Joan Creed & Elizabeth Bayly by 1st wife, niece of Francis Row, Provost at Eton. False accusation of having scandalous curatesview transcript
Seale 0005. Prayer Book 1693-1718
Prayer Book with family records 9th June 1679 She married Robert Berry at Egg Buckland. Their daughter Elizabeth (1692-1718) married John Fownes (1686-1733) Their daughter Elizabeth (1711-17) John Seale )c.1705-1777) etc.view transcript
Seale 0006. Robert Berry 1695 - 1700
Dr. James Yonge's F.R.S. Plymouth memoirs. Ed.J.J.BeckerlesseRobert Berry, Mayor of Plymouth 1695-6. Town Clerk 1699 a whig. He attempts to control the town and get it's revenue into his hands etc. His brother-in-law William Cock, Mayor of Plymouth 1702-3 view document
Seale 0007 Wager between Thomas Herne & Christopher Hayne 16 Sept. 1695 HP vol. 1 p.9
Wager. If T.H. should marry within 6 years of his arrival in England, he was to pay C.H. £100. Should T.H. not marry in that period C.H. is to pay T.H. £100view transcript
Seale 0008 C Hayne to J Douglas 9 May 1698 HP Vol 1 p.15
J.D. given 100 dollars to purchase items in the West Indies, eg. Quilt; chocolates, coffee, & tea cups. Tea Tables, lacquered ones, fans, punch bowls & muslin for cravats. Receipt for 100 dollars signed John Dagins. Witnesses in John Daglas, James Hardie, Francis Morrosh.view transcript
Seale 0009 William Godfrey to Charles Hayne 14 April 1701 HP vol.1 p.13
Receipt for one small box containing a filigree snuff box & a medal to be delivered to Madam Ann Hayne.view transcript
Seale 0010 Arther Shevuwm ? to Christopher Hains 25 Nov, 1701 HP. Vol.1 p.13
Receipt J.B. Bully aboard the Tilbury Received of Mr. Christopher Hayne & Co. merchants at the hands of Daniel Fecee 5 pounds? of pieces of eight? per order of Mr. J. Bully, merchant.view transcript
Seale 0011 a Receipt from William Godfrey 12 April 1701 HP. Vol 1 P.13
Receipt for one small box on board the Saint George to be delivered to Samuel Pepys in York Buildings, London. . W.G. The commander of the Saint George.view transcript
Seale 0012 Richard Mead to Christopher Hayne 3 Mar. 1700/1 HP. Vol.1. P 13
Pay to Christopher Hayne 1000 Pieces of Eight the progmatica value of Mr. Heneage Fetherston.view transcript
Seale 0013 Christopher Hayne to Thomas Flud "Loss of Shipping" 28 Oct. 1707 HP. Vol 1 p.32
C.H. wrote of the news of the loss of the 'Association' the previous Wednesday on the rocks off Scily under Sir Cloudesley Shovel, the Royal Ann disappeared & the Eagle & Rumney were still missing but was hoped not lost. 4 Men of war lost with the Portugal outward bound convoy.view transcript
Seale 0014. Cornelius Hayne to Brother (Christopher? Hayne) 15 March 1707 HP 1 p.27
Received letter of 11 March. Mr. Penfound's letter returned. CH paid his share to Mr. P; others should pay too. Tone of letter from Christopher(?) changed, unknown reason. Ill repute of Dartmouth & the Corporation. CH had a native's obligation to serve Country and Dartmouth. Major Churchill an outsider? CH hoped to get letters sent to C. Not intending to stay more than a month in London. Requested enclosure to be given to Mr. Harris.view transcript
Seale 0015 Christopher Hayne re Shipping and forthcoming Election 15 Mar. 1707 HP 1 pp 24 & 25
Informed by Cornelius that (anonymous) correspondent would join him & stand for election at Dartmouth. CH congratulates correspondent on the safe arrival of his ship Neptune & mentions the loss of the Eagle, Ann & one other from Dartmouth.view transcript
Seale 0016 Christopher Hayne to John Palmer 15 Mar.1707 HP 1 pp 24 & 25
Request for support for C.H. in his campaign to become M.P. for Dartmouthview transcript
Seale 0017 Christopher Hayne re Election 15 Mar 1707 Hp 1 pp 24 & 25
Request for support in his campaign to become M.P. for Dartmouth.view transcript
Seale 0018 Christopher Hayne to Brother Cornelius Hayne 16 Sep.1710 HP Vol 1. P26 Reply to letter of 25th August.
£5 demanded from Mr. Mead. Captain Stone safely back but remained a prisoner. C'r H had no immediate intention of standing for Parliament. His difficulties of his executorship:- Short of money. Holder endeavouring to get money from his father.view transcript
Seale 0019 Christopher Hayne to Mr. John Penfound 1st April 1714 HP1 p31 Reply to letter of 27th March from Exeter
Thanks for Mr. P's recommendation of CH as an M.P. Not engaged yet for anyone. Run down state of Dartmouth due to past mistakes.view transcript
Seale 0023 Will of John Seale 3rd Oct. 1713
Will Beneficiaries - Mother, Elizabeth Seale (née Benest) - sisters Elizabeth Marett - Susannah Poindextre - Nephew John Seale, son of Thomas - Uncle & Aunt Seale & children - Brothers-in-law Edward Marett jnr. John Poindextre & children - sister-in-law Elizabeth Seale (née Pipon) & children - Bishopsgate St. Workhouse - Poor of the French Church in Threadneedle St.- Poor of St. Bezlade Parish & other Jersey Parishes- Apprentice Nicholas Cary etc.view transcript
Seale 0024 Christopher Hayne to Horris Walpole 21 Nov. 1714 HP1 p56 21
Commands received previous day. Discussion about a treaty of collerce with Spain at Townshend & Ambassador Methuin could arrange time & place. Mr. Bowles was on his departure. Mr. Bowles' brother hoped he might be the ambassadori chaplain.view transcript
Seale 0025 Christopher Hayne to Lord Townshend 9 Dec, 1714
Transcript enclosed about Spanish Treaty of 1667 with extract of the Hansiatic Articles also thoughts on Importation of tobacco to Spain, duties on Newfoundland fish & trading on Spanish ships.view transcript
Seale 0026 Tyrry Uximenez to Christopher Hayne March 1716 HP vol 1 p 19
Received letter of 12 January. Loss of fleet reducing commerce in Europe. French ship from San Domingo reported plate saved from hulk of the Cap,na & from the Almirante. Loss of plate small to those with effects registered. Death of Mr.Terrell reported by Uximenez. None of Mr. T's effects except lace in Uximenez's hands which was shipped with Sebastian de Layza's consignment.view transcript
Seale 0027.Condolence to Mrs Mary Harris 15 Jan. 1716 HP . Vol 1 p.38
Received letter of 10 January. Condolence over loss of Mr. Harris & the troublesome state of his affairs. Unable to be of service with Sir J. Hodges. Willing to help with estate if Sir J.H. is not reasonable.view transcript
Seale 0028 Christopher Hayne to Sarah Gibbs or Mary Jago 22 Jan 1716 HP.Vol.1. P38
Letters of 24 November & 16 December received . CH expected Cousin Hill would draw on him. Eastend bond accepted. Proving Dowrich's will expensive. Fremerton tenant backward; rates & taxes a burden. Great House at Dartmouth offered for sister. The tenant paid no rent. Best advice to sister to sell lands & house & come to Dartmouth.view transcript
Seale 0029 Affidavit sworn at Ugborough in the presence of T. Priestwood, Justice of the Peace.10 May 1722 Affidavit HP.Vol 1
Cornelius H. believed alterations or erasures were made by his late brother Christopher, only, to his (Cornelius') former affidavit soon after the great fall in value of the Stocks in the South Sea Bank etc. (South Sea Bubble). Papers not produced when Christopher's will was proved. Cornelius paid the various beneficiaries. Sir Joseph Hodges & his late father & mother, Sir William & Dame Sarah; the poor of Dartmouth & Walter Jago, son of Mary, sister of Christopher, sister Betty should live at Plymouth with sister Hill or come to Dartmouth.view transcript
Seale 0030. John Pipon to his father 16 Oct. 1723
Letter from Mr. P. senior, enclosure for Ld.Carteret in favour of Mr. File Maistre as Billettier, Mr. Joshua le Provost having died. Approval of the Master in Chancery needed for the purchase of the heritages of Mrs. Harris, for John Seale. Price agreed. Need to check the Rights. Mt. Boone & Cornworthy were rented out to Mr. Portman Seymour, who had the rights apparently in Taunton. Mr. Payne (Mrs. H's son)& Uncle T.Pixon gave the rights of Norton Downey belonging to Mrs. Vaugham to Mr. Russell & J.P. The other rights were in the house of General Seymour's house in London not Taunton. Mr. Russell took an abstract. Mr. Ward, advisor to the Master, wished to check that the titles were good. A leaden Demicent for Rabbit & Quateren for Duck were sent,view document
Seale 0031 Biography of Thomas Pipon1678-1735
Biographical Dictionary of Jersey by G.R.Balleineview transcript
Seale 0032 Indenture 1724
Mrs. Seale & son trust Deed to Captain Pipon of part of Mt. Boon etc.---------Witnessed by:- John Seale John Pipon Jo. Russell Tho. Pering
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Seale 0033 Inventory 20 Oct. 1724
At Norton & Mount Boon.. Livestock Deadstock. eg. Hay, Clover Hay and Clover Husbandry. Household good at Norton. At the houses at The Higher Norton. At the Lime Kiln. Household goods at Mount Boon etc.
Signed by:- Elizabeth Seale John Seale Thomas Pipon
Witnessed by:- John Pipon Jo Russell Tho Pering
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Seale 0034 John Pipon re: Estate 20 July 1725
Writings concerning J.S's Estate in Chancery were left with Mr. Russell. J.P's other papers mostly copies of originals in Clerk of Chancery's hands. Deeds were with Mr. Bennet. Mr. Durell told to let J.S. have papers concerning himself. Mr. Seale had to be asked what he had paid the Master of Chancery. J.P. hoped his Uncle & Mr. Russell would look after J.S's interests.view transcript
Seale 0035 To Cornelius Hayne from his Father in law12 May 1726 HP.Vol 1 p.79
Mr. T. presumed that Corneliius H. and others were all at Dartmouth after a long stay with John Taylor, lady & Justice A. Staying with Mr. T. thought tedious? Mrs. Newcomen was to be paid for bottles - Mr. T. expecting answer from cousin Hoyles by way of Totnes. Wish to settle dispute without going to Law.view transcript
Seale 0036 Reply to 0035 20 May 1726 HP Vol 1 p.41
Reply to .Taylor's 12 May 1726Previous delays in Totnes seeing wife's relations. Cousin Neel's absence & smallpox in Cousin Gotheridge's house. Mr. Amyatt not visited. Mr. T's other relations drank his health. Mrs. Newman paid for bottles & corks. Mr. T's letter sent to Mr. Hoyles. Need to settle law suit depending between CH. & brother. Taylor which Mr. T. should have settled without Law. CH had waited 5 years without result.
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Seale 0037. Mrs Harris to J Seale 14 Dec. 1724
Objects left at Mount Boon by Mrs. Harris. Parts of Pound & Press belonged to Mr. Herbert & Mrs. Pitfield. Crane in cellars belonged to Mrs. Harris.view document
Seale 0038. Mrs Harris to J Seale 27 Oct. 1726
Unable to come to Mt. Boone due to indisposition. Payne to come to discuss things left there.view transcript
Seale 0039 Philip to J Seale re silver bowl 31 May 1727
Advice about the engraving of the Arm & Inscription on the silver bowl to be presented to Penbroke Col. Request for J.S. to ask Mrs. D'auvergne from Hampshire to send some item to P.P.. Model enclosed (legal) to be done in French (Attorneys all ignorant of French) Surprise that J.S. was to travel so soon.view transcript
Seale 0040 Thomas Pipon to J Seale 28 Nov. 1727
Plan to get JS made an alderman or freeman of Dartmouth? T.P. had been to Mr. May, Capt. Newman & Mr. Leigh; each one separately & told them J.S. had seen Mr. Justice who said he would help J.S. Common Freeman, very hearty for J.S. Need to see Mr. T (?) Without him & Mr. Justice alderman & freeman cannot be elected.view transcript
Seale 0041 Philip le Gayt to John Seale 3 Nov. 1729
Gratitude to John Seale's & to Rev. Mr. Falle's offer of financing the building of a Library & for donation of books respectively.view document
Seale 0042 Charles Taylor to Cornelius Hayne 15 April 1731 HP. Vol 1 p77
C.T. had letter from Uncle about Cornelius' uneasiness about C.T. Request for George T to have sum of dept. Hoped for increase of scholars. Asked for patience till C.T. could pay C.H.view transcript
Seale 0043 Cornelius Hayne to John Seale Perhaps 1731 or early 1732 Thursday evening
In answer to proposals made by J.S. about Miss Mary Hayne, her father C.H. was sorry J.S. had been prevented from speaking about them that morning when he might have satisfield C.H. who would have known if his intended fortune for his daughter would have been agreable to J.S. C.H. would be glad to see him at his house.view transcript
Seale 0044 Philip Pipon to John Seale 30 June 1732
P.P. hoping for Cornish living. Presentation claimed by Mr. J. Coplestone & his heirs according to old deed, thought well of by Mr. Penfound. In Bishop Trelawny's time J.C.'s father's unseccessful nominee had an (illegitimate) child.: After 6 month's delay the living lapsed to the Bishop. J.C. had entered a caveat in the Bishop's Court, applying himself to Mr. Geare, P.P.uncles Proctor. There was no other application. P.P. hoped to travel to Cornwall from London & that J.S. & 'Cousin John' would accompany him. P.P. and J.S. would then go to Jersey from the west.view transcript
Seale 0045 Anne Seale to brother John Seale ( french) 7 Nov. 1732
Hopeful of receiving a letter from J.S. Her aunt of La Moye (in Jersey), her mother and aunt Marett sent their compliments. Cousin Peter Marett had just arrived from the Canaries. She sent compliments to her aunt & uncle Pipon and also her cousins.Seale 0046 To Christopher Hayne no date, before 1733
A Valentine. Ecclesiasticus 36:v v 24 - 26 9 V2 & 25:v referred to. view transcriptSeale 0047 H. Aubin to John Seale10 May 1733
Diamond ring in small canister of ¼ lb of tea, delivered to Capt. Cox. Total cost including tea etc. £101.15s.6d Gratuity left to J.S's discretion. Impression of the seal as on the canister enclosed. Notice of safe arrival requested. Mr. Richerson still under confinement in Jersey & would stay unless released by H.Dural. Rumour about Lieut.Bavly & his plans.view transcript
Seale 0048 Charles Hayne to John Seale 14 ? 1733
Indisposed previous week, but better. Sorry that both Mr. Holdsworth's were unwell. Glad that Grandfather had visited C.H.'s brother & sister. Wrong if sister went to Plymouth. Hopefull of being invited to the wedding of J.S. and C.H.'s sister.view transcript
Seale 0049 Charles Hayne to John Seale13 Aug.1733
C.H. thought J.S. had forgotton him, hoped J.S. was not offended. He hoped to be allowed to come home to see J.S. & C.H's sisters now married.view transcript
Seale 0050 Charles Hayne to John Seale 3 Sept. 1733
Not CH's fault 'losing time' His brother wished to meet him at Exeter that Monday or Tuesday evening, Mr. Holdsorth had written the direction of the letter. Hopeful that JS approved. Glad will is proved. Sorry JS had to begin lawsuit again. No notice to be taken of Grandfather's opinion. CH hopes lawsuit will not be given up.view transcript
Seale 0051 Charles Hayne to John Seale 6 Feb. 1734 (Changed from 1733)
CH grieved almost as much about his negligence in answering JS's letter as in losing his Papa & Mama (d 1733 & 1731 respectively) His sister had married & she was almost the only comfort CH had. JS his only friend. Snuff box not received when Mr. Penfound was in London. Hopeful of continuing practising the flute.view transcript
Seale 0052 John Pipon to John Seale 5 July 1734
DEATH OF PHILIP PIPON. The Chapel of St. Aubin not begun but the site was ready, with most of the stone & timber. JP thought that the Bishop of Winchester should be asked to renew the Licence. JS's mother (JP's aunt) had too much linen so had offered to send some to Dartmouth.view transcript
Seale 0053 Charles Hayne to John Seale17 Aug. 1734
People with experience of a married life should give advice concerning it. CH wished Mr. Penfound would tell him when he was sending bills & bucklesview transcript
Seale 0054 Charles Hayne to John Seale 22 June 1735
Arrived Oxford previous night. Violent storm hail stones as large or larger than walnuts. The rain digging great holes.view transcript
Seale 0055 Peter Marett to John Seale re Chapel of St. Aubin 18 Sept.1735
Letters of 23 May & 12 June 1734 gave accounts of the progress of the Chapel of St. Aubin. JS pleased with result according to M.L Greffier & T. Pipon. Front almost up to the top of windows. Back almost complete. Door towards JS's house.. JS's mother had paid £25. P.M. was hopeful of more to come & that others could be encouraged to subscribe. Petitions, letters & copy of Licence were ready to send to the Bishop.Peter Marett also representing the other founders of the chapel.
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Seale 0056 Charles Hayne to Mrs. Mary Seale 11 Nov. 1735
Apologies for idleness & neglect. Hopeful of seeing M & J. Seale beginning of December, and a boy or girl soon after (I.e. birth of J.S. junior expected)view transcript
Seale 0057 Charles Hayne to John Seale 22 (Jan?) 1735
C.H. arrived at Oxford previous Friday. Roads very bad almost impassable in places; good company. Humble service to friends and especially to sister & nephew (John Seal Junior) Request to write letter to Dr. Paxtonview transcript
Seale 0058 Elizabeth Pipon to (John Seale) 6 Feb. 1736
Letter given to G. Villeneuve for Mr. Mauger going aboard with linen for JS :- 3 pairs of bed clothes, a dozen table napkins, doublets etc. & a gold piece worth £80 (for John Seale junior)view transcript
Seale 0059 Charles Hayne to John Seale 1 April.1736
Received letter. Oxford man did not deserve compliments, Billingsgate breeding. Silver Bowl given to College by JS was for general use not just his. No news of JS coming to London. CH hopes he would come by Oxford. Proposals & subscriptions sent to J.S. one for J.S the other for friend.view transcript
Seale 0060 Elizabeth Pipon to John Seale13 April 1736
Letter of 7 March received, glad that all were well. Told JS was going to London. Hopeful that work on the Chapel of St. Aubin would begin soon. They had come for the second payment of £25. EP hoped that JS & family would make a short visit to Jersey. EP waited for JS's opinion before any agreement with the demands of people about land? near the chapel.view transcript
Seale 0061 Charles Hayne to John Seale 9 Sept.1736
Received J.S's letter. Cousin Holdsworth's ignorance of University customs. Long vacation 'Act'? to Michaelmas. Few people at Michaelmas in the University. They come just before Lent to take degrees. Hopeful seeing J.S. following week. Blessing to nephew (John Seale Junior who died young)view transcript
Seale 0062 Elizabeth Pipon to John Seale In French 2 Oct. 1737 ?
Sending £15 bill of exchange. Request for 6 bushels of good wheat & for various materials to make clothes etc.view transcript
Seale 0063 Charles Hayne to John Seale 14 Feb. 1737
Received 2 letters from J.S. Hoped the Porter had come, given into Jewell's charge to go on Capt. Andrews' ship. J.S.asked if he still wanted gun, coffee cups by Revee'sview transcript
Seale 0064 Charles Hayne to William Hoyles Feb. 1773 HP. Vol 1 p.22
Account referring to cargoes Att. Leghorn 2.18 Rotterdam £42.11.03: Dartmouth £28.07.09view transcript
Seale 0065 Charles Hayne to John Seale 21 Feb.1733
John Seale's debt to Charles Hayne £1840.12s.6½dview transcript
Seale 0066 Charles Hayne to John Seale 3 April 1740
Arrived at Bath previous Tuesday.Bath thin of company, barren of pretty girls. 70 old men & women to one young, so CH might be obliged to come home soon. Mr. Newcomen joined in compliments.view transcript
Seale 0067 Charles Hayne to John Seale 28 Feb. 1740
All letters come from J.S. Glad sister is getting better. Doubtful about JS staying at Exeter for his trial at the following session. Judge incapable of judging right from wrong. If no trial CH would like to see JS at Exon as he hoped to be there all assizes. JS's paper put on board Capt. Reeve's (ship)Seale 0068 Charles Hayne to John Seale 14 Oct. 1741
After arrival at Morgan's Coffee House where room full of people, foreigners plentiful so making the place disagreable so return to Devon might be sooner. Mr. Basset not yet been. CH wished to hear of sport with his dogs & whether CH & my Lord hunted together. Spoke with Marchant about JS's bill. It would be paid before CH should leave Bath.view transcript
Seale 0069 Charles Hayne to John Seale 10 Feb. 1742
Proceedings went on as usual at St.S--s c- -e so Country Members were leaving Town. Call of the house put off for 2 months. Penfound was told to send the Lord's protest & list of those who voted for & against. Some other documents enclosed. Letter from Thomas T ? He bought codfish for CH who hoped J.S. would thank him.view transcript
Seale 0070 Charles Hayne (Sheriff of Devon) to John Seale 3 April 1742 about 2 o'clock
2 letters received. Utmost hurry CH waited on Judges from 7am till 11 or 12 m the night. Glad sister is better. No occasion to send horse for Hamling : exchange with Penfound so JS could expect horse by the bearer.view transcript
Seale 0071 Legal document between Anthony Fforty & Charles Hayne 7 July 1742
A.ff . of Brixham firmly bound unto C.H. of Dartmouth of money to be paid to C.H. & Ambrose Penfound or their Attorney etc. the sum of £326 on 6 January ensuing with lawful interest.view transcript
Seale 0072 Mary Southcote Marriage Settlement 12 Feb. 1744
Marriage Settlement Indenture TripartiteWitnesses William Creed Ambrose Penfound
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Seale 0073 Jane Creed, late of Fuge, of Coombe in Stoke Fleming on her marriage to Henry Southcote of Dartmouth. Deed dated 30 Jan. 1745 HP 1032 F/26
Appointment of Trustees in respect of Jewels plate etc. and of linen & household goods left by the will of William Roope, late of Fuge. Signed by Chas Hayne, Wm. Creed, Ambrose Penfound, Mary Southcote.Jane Creed, late of Fuge, of Coombe in Stoke Fleming on her marriage to Henry Southcote of Dartmouth
Trustees:-
William Ilbert of Bowerlingsleigh,
John Pollexfen of Mothercombe,
William Creed of Kingsbridge
Witnesses:- Thomas Adams, Eliz. Creeed William Roope Richard Crocker
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Seale 0074 William Ffoulkes to Charles Hayne April 1747 HP. Vol 1. P46
Congratulations on birth of a son. Nic Rowe about to mortify at St. George's, he was accused of leaving his trees in the public highway causing danger. CH's neighbour at Leghill with his lady, soon to be at Netherways. Need for a receipt in the back of the Bond. WF's Father was ill for a fortnight but was better & hoped to spend summer at Exmouth. CH to tell Nic Roe that Mrs. Prosse had twins very late. Cheese pretty good, ale excellent. Jack Pitman had gout feared he would miss the Assizes. Mr. Crosby to go from Newgate to Old Bailey, person from Stoke Fleming soon to be hanged.Seale 0075 Ben Juie to Jn. Seale 9 Feb. 1748
Received letter of 9 November so the dozen of Portugal partridges arrived. BJ still had the letter for Messes Les Sueur & Trollope as no ship had yet gone to Porto. JS to be Sheriff of Devon. BJ could supply wine, BJ's daughter married Mr. D. Le Sueur of Porto, hoping to come to Britain that summer. He provides wine to B.J.view transcript
Seale 0076 W. Oliver to J. Seale 20 May 1748
Nervous colicks allow no long delays. Advises Mrs. Seale to come to Bath as soon as possible & not to wait till the autumn. She should drink the waters early to keep cool. Dr. Hall was a good judge of health. Request to know when Mrs. Seale so that Dr. W.O. would find the best accommodation.view transcript
Seale 0077 Hy. Fownes Luttrell to John Seale 28 May 1748
Relating to the signing the Deeds of houses in Plymouth & Mr. F.L. requesting JS to keep his 2/3 of the purchase money. Mr. Penfound brought up Mr. Brent's Deed etc. all executed by F.L. He hoped his sister got safe to Ashburton & little boy was well, & the horse chosen for her was ridden by a person used to him. If too much fatigued Mr. FL would send a coach to meet her on the Exeter road.view transcript
Seale 0078 H.Fownes Luttrel to John Seale 7 May 1749
Sorry to hear Mt.Boon threatened by smallpox nearby. Mr. Penfound's bankruptsy, his conscience should affect him. H.F.L's wife not lain down her Burden. H.F.L's coming to Devon uncertain. Poor Mr. Yarde to be at Taunton next day, en route to Bath, still unable to stand on his leg. Cooper's disappointment referred to. Mr. Haynes lost suit. Fireworks in several part of the Kingdom, without leave ? except Hewdown. Request for JS to send to Holland for roots of Anemonies, Ramunculus, Tulips & Hyacinths for HFL's wife.view transcript
Seale 0079 John Seale Junr. to John Seale 24 Oct. 1749
Received letter of 20 October. Glad mother was better. JS junior still had cough. Mr. Teage & Mr. Hayden had been paid. JS junior had Maidenhair tea for breakfast. Mrs. Berry died about May, buried at Liskeard. Mrs. Greenwood & Mrs. Scotchburn her Executors. Little money available for funeral debts etc. Mrs. Brooking's eyes very bad. Brothers mentioned.view transcript
Seale 0080 Thos. Blake Inventory ref. Henry Southcote dec'd 22 Mar. 1750
Inventory of cabinet which belonged to Henry Southcote deceased:- gold & silver pearl necklace, Diamond, ruby, mourning rings, snuff boxes, button, buckles etc. etc. shagreen boxes, picture, a pistol etc. etc. Received of CH 5 shillings for some things in the cabinet.Seale 0081 Mr. Southcote to Mr. Creed ref. Inventory of cabinet. No date.Saturday morning.
Formal. Mr. Southcote presents compliments to Mr. Creed. Request for inventory of cabinet belonging to Mrs. Hayne be sent, it having not been sent before. Mrs. Hayne expected to be at Buckland that day to deliver up.Seale 0082 Rev. P. Sherwin to J. Seale No Date Mid 18th century?
Pleased to hear brother was a friend of J.S. who showed great civility to him. P.S. remembered J.S.'s name on Pembroke buttery book, but did not remember him personally. He asked if he could drink J.S.'s health out of J.S.'s own punch bowl.view transcript
Seale 0083 William Creed to May Hayne 12 Aug. 1752 HP. Vol 1. P48
Mary(Polly) Southcote died in 1752 aged 9. All money from the privateer Dartmouth Galley were to be paid to her. On her death her mother was her heir. Mr. Creed believed all the distributable estate of MH's late husband should go to her. J.H.Southcote was also entitled to a share of Polly's estate etc; (Law suits about this continued until 1771) Mrs. Creed very upset when Mr. Haynes' letter describing Polly's death. She had stomach ulcers. Her asses milk was old so she had Polly's till she got it from Combe Royal.Seale 0084 James Pipon to John Seale 23 Jan. 1753
(Letter relating to a bill dated 23 April 1743) Letter from JS of 19 January acknowledging receipt of Bill for £33.19s 6d from J.P. & promise of cash available. J.P. accepted the invitation to be godfather of J.S.'s newly born son. He asked JS to get a proxy for him & to supply him with 5 guineas to distribute as usual.view transcript
Seale 0085 Seale against Fforty copy of issue sent by Joseph Dobbins 22 Feb. 1754
JS brought Suit against Anthoney ffortye of Brixham that on 30th September 1751 A.ff. became bound to J.H. of £860-2shillings. A.ff by John Hunt his attorney said the deed was not his. Appeal to Sheriff. J.S. sustained 100 shillings damage. Mr. Dobbins would deliver copy of issue & notice of Trial the next day. Letter largely illegible.view transcript
Seale 0086 Tho: Le Breton to J.Seale 27 Aug. 1754
In answer to letter of 31 July. Nothing further could be recovered from Mrs. Mauger. Mr. Le Couter would submit to nothing but the law. The course of Law followed by T.Le B was the only way to bring matters to a speedy conclusion. T le B offered to supply Sir John with money. He did not need it at that time.view transcript
Seale 0087 D. Messervy to J. Seale? 12 9 bar 1754 November
No letters from JS. Mr. Carteret with his sister were going to Plymouth to see their brother, taking D.M.'s letter to JS. On his return he hoped to visit JS to get for him 2 bushels of white wheat to sow. Mr. Carteret would pay. J.S. was to remind Sir John & Lady Caneu about the book Sir J.C. was to send D.M. Uncle Joshua Pipon of la Moye had married Mrs. Poingdextre, widow of Mr. le Couceur.view transcript
Seale 0088 Capt. Geo. Aug. Pynn to C.Hayne 13 Nov. 1754 HP Vol 1 p.52
GAP's letter sent by Cpt.Abraham Ball. Tolerable good fishery, a bit late in the land. Very hurtful, have four sailing days to Lisbon. If safe arrival GAP will send directions for payment of Harry's schooling. Hope also of coming to England. Harry's mother sent a bag of cod etc. for Harry and fish etc. for Mr. & Mrs. Hayne & cat skins for Mrs. H. GAP intended having Harry out in the spring.Seale 0089 J. Seale to Mr. Harris 15 Nov. 1754
J.S. reminded Mr. H. about the waters of Dinicombe with that part bought of Mr. Falls. The greater part was claimed by Mr. Eam's; no exception was made of part of that water in the purchase deed. Great prejudice to JS. A dozen lemon in the post for Mr. H. Peter Knowling & Mr. Cocky? about to buy the Manor of Ashprington.view transcript
Seale 0090 Ambrose Penfound to Richard Harris 29 Nov. 1754
AP's letter relating to Mr. ffortye. A.P's letter of 25 Nov. gave reasons for not accepting RH's money. He would have preferred to have had it from RH. That person offered it to AP's client who accepted it unknown to AP, who could not be blamed for the muddle. RH came away without waiting for AP's letter. AP would reimburse him. AP had not yet got the various relevent deeds etc.view transcript
Seale 0091 J seale to Mr Harris (attorney) 8 Dec. 1754
In reply to Mr. H, Mr. Penfound said that if he had it, he could have delivered it to Mr. fforty. When Trust of Lung, & P's was over old ff & wife & his heirs in succession could enjoy it etc. Great entertainment at New Inn following day on Mr J ? ry's re-election. Mr. Wills with client Eams. Met JS previous Friday about water at Diniscombe in spite of JS referring Mr. Wills to Mr.H. Partition of Priory Manor with Diniscombe. ?? in Cornworthy referred to etc.view transcript
Seale 0092 J. Seale to Mr. Harris 15 Dec. 1754
JS. Glad to hear Mrs. H. Intended a visit, and Mr. H.'s if possible on his return from Exeter. Mrs.Seale desired Mr. H. while in Exeter to call on the Miss Spryes with a pattern & buy some of the same sort. JS hoped to send horses following Wednesday; children hoped to see them Thursday at Mt. Boon More referred to. Weather bad for travelling. Letter from Mr. A. Mathews. Request for Mr. H. to call on Charles Pearce & ask for bill for R.Copleston's clothes.view transcript
Seale 0093 Ambrose Penfound to Richard Harris (attorney) Answer to letter 9 Jan 12 Jan. 1755
Assignment of mortgage term to Cornelious Hayne done with proper care & advice. Copy of case & opinion sent to RH. Marriage settlement of 27 May 1729 unexecuted yet agreeable. Copy from original left with Mr. Seale to be sent on. What Mr. Jeffery said about fine quoted by RH. AP would write to Mr. Jeffrey. A Dedimus might be sent for. AP did not know where the deed relating to Mr. fforty was. The copy of the Casez Opinion must be returned to Mr. Maulsy.view transcript
Seale 0094 J. Seale to Mr. Harris? 12 Jan. 1755
Penfound (?) & J.S. exmining the late Mr. fforty's marriage settlement. Mr. Hayne's Trust. Mr. Hayne sure Anthony ffortie was entitled to fee during his life, then his brother etc. He advised letter to A.ff. J.S. scandalously dealt with by Mr. ff. & A.ff. JS preparing a bill. Mr. Hayne supposed himself & Mr. L would be trustees etc. Trust not appointed till in year after the Deed Poll was made & executed. Mr. Harris was asked to write to Mr. Jeffrey. £5 to be expeditious. -- Mrs. Harris requested the horse to be sent following Tuesday. JS hoped she could stay till end of week when youngsters could be sent. If so horse could wait till Thursday. Mr. Green said Mrs. G. could draw £50view transcript
Seale 0095 J. Seale to Mr. Harris No date. 6 o'clock 1755?
Just returned home from Stoke. Mrs. Seale said Mr. Penfound had been to Mt. Boon hoping for an interview. Mr. fforty & his mother wished affair soon concluded. Plan for meeting following Friday with Mr. ff, Mr. Harris & JS at Mt Boon. Offer of premises under mortgage to JS, whose debt would be the first to be discharged. Mr. Green's letter about Mrs.Holman enclosed. If Mr. K. could not come what should JS. write to Mr. G. Concern about something Mr. H. mentioned.view transcript
Seale 0096 C Taylor to Charles Hayne 20 Feb. 1755 HP.Vol 1 p 81
Request for Hudson's address as well as quantity of rum & sum involved all forgotton by CT. Money to be remitted, CT in London, no need for it in the country, also how much share of rum each for Mr. Luttrell. CH & CT so CT knows what he has to pay Hudson. Price of candles gone up. CT hopes CH sells his bullocks for more. Compliments from CT's wife & sons.Seale 0097 Cha. Hayne to John Seale 19 Aug. 1755
As JS was CH's patron he was offered the first produce. JS was to tell the Bearer by return when the old buck was to be killed.view transcript
Seale 0098 Charles Hayne to John Seale No Date 1755?
Received letter previous Wednesday from which CH heard that a certain gentleman could not justify housekeeping on CH's account longer than mid summer. CH hoped his sister, soon to be married could stay a bit longer. CH desired Richard to say that Master was inclined to dispose of his very good portmanteau horse because he trotted too hard. CH would not bid for him without JS & the trustees approval. (Request for reply by return of post.) Kind love to Sister & Brother.view transcript
Seale 0100 Mary Hayne to William Creed No date. Friday 4 o'clock 1755? HP 1032f/za
Mr. Hayne set out from Lupton to Bath & probably from there to Harrogate. MH would like to see Mr. Creed at Stock the following Sunday.Seale 0101 Ambrose Penfound to Charles Hayne 4 Sept. 1755 HP Vol 2 p 60
Mr. Seale called previous day. C.Hayne had not returned the draft to AP. He desired AP to write for it. JS in very good temper, not against AP making the deeds. JS mentioned this to CH , but CH was in a great passion so apparently did not take this in.Seale 0102 J. Seale to Mr. Holdsworth 10 Jan. 1756 A Dispute
Mr. Penny answer to JS was wrong that JS had said that (Combe) Mud & Beach should be leased to his tenant & that the Captain of the Dean Ship had to agree with the tenant to land his cargo, a right that belonged to JS which no gentleman would wish to lose. A plain answer to this was asked for.view transcript
Seale 0103 Ambrose Penfound to Charles Hayne 23 Dec. 1755 HP. Vol 2 p.54
Mr. Seale content to wait settling Mr. ffortye's affairs until CH can get title & draught to London & settled by CH's uncle provided no delay. Mr. Seale requested that the draught of Furneaux's mortgage be returned. Mr. Prideaux desired an answer, which Mr. Seale requested should be by the following day so that the draught could be prepared as soon as possible. Cryptic notes:- Goodrich to be punished etc.Seale 0104 S. Penny to John Seale. Dispute. 11 Jan. 1756 Saturday evening.
Apprehensive from JS's second letter & servant's report that JS believed that SP or Mr. Holdsworth disputed with JS any agreement he had made with the Captain of the Deanish ship. The Captain could do as he pleased. Mr. H. would give him cash. SP was sure that the Captain would pay JS whatever had been agreed.view transcript
Seale 0105 John Marsh to J. Seale. Penfound bancruptcy 17 Apr.1756
Difficulties for Mr. Seale & others, apart from Mr. Hayne, being discharged from being securities for Mr. Penfound Bankrupt; with reference to Compton estate.view transcript
Seale 0106 John Marsh & John Lampen to Charles Hayne 21 Nov. 1756 HP.2. P 56
Letter received from Mr. Marsh:- Cause of Southcote & Creed in the power of the Solicitor for Mr. H. etc. to proceed & to propose a Receiver. If not Mr.H or any of the Defendants and Guardian for Defendant may. No one did it. The death of Mr. Pering, Mr. M's client prevented progress but orders to proceed quickly. Warrant for Mr. H. to bring in books, papers & direct solicitor to proceed.--Mr. Seale told that following Friday for putting in CH's & the other defendants answers to ?'s bill at Noah Clifts.Seale 0107 Richard Harris to John Seale 8 March. 1757
Glad of JS's safe arrival in London. 'Gone there to see sweet lady?' Mr. Luscombe at Brent & others thought so. Mr Yarde's method of courting a widow referred to. Letter to JS directed to Mr. Newton's about diamonds held by RH. JS to call on Mr. Sheene for fforty's writings & on Mr. Marsh for Writ of Assistance. Admiral Byng was to suffer on Monday (14 March). Had JS heard from Mr. Sharpe? Luscombes cause not to be tried yet.view transcript
Seale 0108 John Seale to Charles Hayne12 March 1757 HP Vol 2 p 58
Mr. P (enfound)'s Receivership. JS had seen some of his accounts so applied for order for Mr. P. to send the rest of his accounts after he had been written to. Mr. Moratt wrote to say the family were well at Lupton.Seale 0109 Thos. Adams to Charles Hayne 25? Mar. 1758 HP. Vol 2 p58
A grand Council held previous Thursday at Mt. Boon. The Lawyer, Mr. & Mrs. Goodridge & Fownes compromised the dispute about Stoke Fleming. Mr. G. to be presented to the Living. Newcomen & TA discarded. CH should frustrate iniquitous scheme. He could enter caveat at the Bishop's Court before Mr. G. gets institution from the Bishop. Was presentation from the Infant (J.H. Southcote) valid?Seale 0110 Rev. Geo Goodridge to Mrs.? Hayne Probably about March 1758 Monday 9 o'clock HP Vol 2 p.59
GG. Waited that morning on Mr. Fownes, who resolved to withdraw his caveat by the next day's post in spite of GG. urging him to pospone it till the following Friday. The Bishop could not grant institution till the Dismission of the Bill came from London. An account of it sent to Mrs. H's lawyer telling him Mrs. H. would be at Combe to see him the next day. If not there would be an answer at Mt. Boon.Seale 0111 Rev. Thos. Adams to Charles Hayne HP Vol 2 p 59 30 Mar. 1758
TA had been with Mr. Ley all that morning preparing to see the Bishop, but a lawyer & Rev. G. Goodridge had already taken J.A. Southcote to see him . Mr. Ley told TA to summon C.Hayne immediately in order to visit The Bishop together with the Mayor, who was off to London immediately after dinner the next day. CH was to bring the Bond of deligation.Seale 0112 Court of Chancery. Extracts from case before Whittington & Sewell. Southcote Goodrige & others (the Orators) v Hayne 6 Apr. 1758 HP. Jhs63 c12/5/17 Pro
Orators recite:-J.H.Southcote minor, aged 11, Lord of the Manor of Stoke Fleming having right to present the Rectory. J.Salter the rector died in 1756. Rev.T. Fownes claimed living. This claim was subject to another case in Chancery. Orators claimed J.H.S. lived nearly 8 years with G. Goodridge vicar of Shillingford under the care of his wife. J.H.S. was a pupil at a Grammar School in Exeter. CH & TA. send for JHS very early before the Schoolmaster was up. He was taken to the Oxford Inn to breakfast, consented to by the Master. JHS was later taken to the house of Mr. Ley an attorney at law in Exeter & later to a house of a friend of theirs where Southcote dined. CH gave him a shilling & TA gave him a clasp knife. Mr. Ley brought papers which J.H.S. was at last persuaded to sign giving TA the living. Upon returning to the Master J.H.S. revoked any presentation to TA, CH & TA applied to J. Seale but he refused to sign.Seale 0113 Court of Chancery Extract from case of Adams (The Orator) v Mary Hayne & others.Master Zincke 19 June 1758 1032/Fz 16
To:- Rt. Hon Sir Robert Henley Kt. Lord Keeper of the Great Seal of Great BritainOrator recites:-J.H.Southcote, minor aged 10, Lord of Stoke Flemming, patron of Rectory. Father died 1750, intestate. Trustees of memorial estates J. Seale, Charles Hayne; Guardians Mary H, W.Creed, Rev.G.& Mrs. Sarah Goodridge. Mrs. Elizabeth Adams & Catherine, spinster. In 1756 J. Salter, Rector of Stoke Flemming died, Rev. T. Fownes claimed vacancy but withdrew claim. Orator had 3 children & maintained indigent sister-in-law. CH & JHS agreed to presentation to Orator on condition he agreed to resign Rectory when JHS was 24, if required. Presentation was not executed by J. Seale who conspired with M.H.., Wm. Creed, Rev G. Goodridge (who had no children) H.E. Luttrell, T. Fownes, JHS & others to defaud Orator. MH denied Orator access to JHS Rev. GG had with wife £30 per annum & £60 per annum from another living. The Bishop threatened to grant living to Rev. G.G.
Seale 0114 Wm. Creed to Henry Fownes Luttrell. Separation of Mary Hayne & C Hayne 24 Mar 1759 HP vol. 2 p.76
Mary Hayne informed Wm. C. what passed between H.F.L. & Mr. Haynes. Mr. H. desired separation. M.H. wants to remain wife of CH. If she is turned out Wm. C. would like to know what allotment CH would give MHSeale 0115 Joshua Pipon to J. Seale 23 Apl 1759
Answer to letter of 12 December 1757 not yet received as JP demand is justly due. Some of brother David's papers recovered, copies of his & JS letter enclosed (see below). He sailed from London in May 1740 & died in December 1740 in W. Indies. JP hoped JS would pay 4 years annuity to J.P's mother in law.view transcript
Seale 0116 J. Seale to David Piper Copy by J. Pipon 30 Nov. 1759
Formerly. J.S. received letters from DP on his arrival in England but latterly received none. Letter received from James P. in Newfoundland of 22 October 1739, ready to sail, destination not given. Request for balance of bond to be paid to Mr. Seale. JS unable to reimburse Mr. S. at present. Balance of interest & all about £40view transcript
Seale 0117 David Pipon to J. Seale Copy by J. Pipon 11 Dec. 1759
Loss of Ship John. Each of the 8 (owners) to pay £94. JS had 1/16 part so owed £47. Mr. Tomlinson made DP debtor for that; remainder of bond with interest came to £40. JS in debt to DP. £72. Blow to JS & DP. Request for Bond endorsed.view transcript
Seale 0118 J. Seale to David Pipon copy by J. Pipon Reply to DP's letter of the 4th Inst.
DP enclosed his bond, JS's receipt for the Principal & Interest. Thanks for paying Mr. Tomlinson JS's share of the loss. Mr. Seale though asked, forgot to pay the amount of that less. Request to DP to send copy of the account of those charges & a receipt of payment. JS would request Mr Seale to reimburse D.P.view transcript
Seale 0119 John Seale to Joshua Pipon Reply to 23 Apl.1759 Rough & Final Draft
JS twice in London since receipt of letter; surprised that late cousin Seale had burnt the papers relevent to the Trust. Who ever was entitled to arrears should have applied soon after the death of Aunt Poindextra (some years before) JS not resposible for managing the Legacy. JP's deceased brother's David & John were in debt to JS. John drew bill on JS in Ireland & London.view transcript
Seale 0120 John Seale to Joshua Pipon Reply 1759
JS surprised at JP's hastiness. JS the best judge of the transaction in London during his minority. He presumed late cousin Seale's burning of Trust papers concerned merchandize disposed of waiting for receipt of copy of his letter for Mr. Manger. In case not discharged JS wrote to Mr. Le Couter to discharge it yearly. JS's servant & horse mentioned, but the letter breaks off abruptly.view transcript
Seale 0121 Mary Hayne to William Creed Probably 1759 HP 1032
Confidential. Mr. Creed requested to write to Mr. Exley (in London) by following Sunday. Mr. E to deliver record (of JH Southcote's accounts) to no one but Mr. C & MH. Plot afoot to get hold of them (for Charles Hayne) MH lame. MH hoped to see Mr. C at Mr. Seale's. Matter to discuss too important to be sent by post.Seale 0122 Mary Hayne to William Creed Probably 1759 HP 1032f/2 DRO
Mr. Goodridge wrote that Mr. C was leaving home next day. No chance to meet at Mr. Seale's. Mr. Hayne had not arranged meeting with Mr. Luttrell & MH. as promised when at Mr. Yardes. Mr. L saw Mr. H who demanded MH's Trust Deed, mortgage & his part of the marriage writ. Her deed was in London & her part of the marriage was with Mr. Luttrell. Mr. Seale had an Equal right to the deed as Mr. H. who had a wicked design. Tom Adams came for 2 days, up to no good.Seale 0123 Mary Hayne to William Creed No date Probably 1759 HP 1032fza DRO
Unable to be at Kingsbridge that morning due to the weather. Glad to see W.Creed at Mrs. Mordant's that afternoon. In Dartmouth possible wicked plots in London? Adams, Penfound, Newcomen & Perring with Hayne at Lupton previous week. W.Creed to be very careful what he said, as Tom Adams would find out & tell Hayne. W.Creed to take care also of Mr. Goodridge. MH expected to be put out by Mr. H.Seale 0124 Mary Hayne to William Creed 3 Oct. No year Probably 1759 HP 1032fz/2bDRO
Desired by Mr. Salt to go to Totnes, uncertain about that; suggests that W.Creed goes or she takes Mr. Newcomen with her.Seale 0126 J. Seale to Boyle Burton Reply to 0125 April 1760
Received both letters brought by Mr. Messervy. Little horse with bridle etc. bought; requests instructions for sending. Thanks for caution about Mr. Le Geyt, who called previous day, but JS was out- calling again - warned by Messervy & Ahier.view transcript
Seale 0127 de Gruchy & Le Breton to John Seale 25 Sept.1760
Awaiting draft of £15 - 2. Pipon papers would be sent with the sugar by the first ship. Kind of sugar required? Executors of legacies had very little cash in hand, but should have some in 30 days. Nothing heard from Mr. J. La Breton about bill.view transcript
Seale 0128 Boyle Burton to John Seale 13 Oct. 1760
Mr. Stevens satisfield that BB was on board the Indiaman; cargo of crockery, silks etc. In dock without masts or sails. Mrs. BB bought cups & saucers for JS. BB asked for his brother's 2 boxes of shells to be sent.view transcript
Seale 0129 Joshua Pipon to John Seale 4 Nov. 1760
J.P's father's protection of the Seale family much undervalued. JS's unjust contempt of JP's character and usage of Mrs.J.P. who had sole management of her estate. JP not afflicted with JS's fathers disorder. JP's family entitled to be in possession of late brother David's estate. Money intended for JS's education not appropriated by DP £7 paid by DF for JS to Mr. Thomblison appeared not to be repaid. Papers concerning JS left with Mr. De Grunchy.view transcript
Seale 0130 J. Seale to Joshua Pipon (Reply to 0129) Dec. 1760
J.P. taken great offence at JS's mentioning his affairs as a minor in Champery. His money without interest in Master's hands until JS was able to demand the principal. John P stayed with JS on return from Ireland. JP wanted better house in Jersey. Untrue JS had servant & horse when at school. JS cannot remember ever seeing his father & assumes he harmed no one. Mrs. P's letter & Maugers receipe explain the legacy. Request for La Couteur to discharge Legacy. JS would investigate David P's legacy..view transcript
Seale 0131 Susanne Pipon to John Seale 4 Nov. 1760
Her husband informed S.P. that J.S. had refused to pay arrears of her legacy and had the profit of it since Mr. Seale died. Unjust criticism of her very good husband's treatment of her. J.S. evidently unaware of his reponsibility to S.P.'s sister.view transcript
Seale 0132 J.Seale to Mme. Susanne Pipon (Reply to 0131) Nov 1760
Never J.S.'s intention to contest their uncle's donation to Susanne P's mother. J.S. would pay any arrears but he did not know the date his Aunt (S.P.'s mother) died. Mr. P.seemed to be offended because J.S. told what he had been told though had not believed. J.S. very glad to hear it was untrue & wished them all happiness.view transcript
Seale 0133 Joshua Pipon to John Seale 23 Jan. 1761
J.P. still offended by J.S.'s reflection on his character and behaviour towards his wife. J.P.'s father's trouble to get J.S. fixed in his property & protected against greed of the person in control (Lord Macclesfield). J.P. induced to mention J.S.'s father by J.S's reproaches. Proofs were enclosed, also certificate of J.P.'s mother-in-law burial. Mr. Seale's death probably in December 1739. Request for the names of the scandal mongers.view transcript
Seale 0134 J. Seale to Joshua Pipon (Reply to 0133) Jan. 1761
J.P. augmenting misunderstanding. J.S. did not believe what was said by a near relation of J.P. whose name J.S. would not reveal. J.S. not in possession of property till he comes of age. Lord Chancellors & Master's has management of orphan's funds. J.S. hoped his father was honest. J.S. ready to pay arrears of Aunt's annuity, one of her daughters still alive & under J.P.'s guardianship. Legal requirements needed to inherit. John the only attorney in Jersey.view transcript
Seale 0135 21 Ph: Vyvyan to Seale Esq Jan. or June 1761
Corporation of Plymouth's enquiry whether Honour Hingston was still alive & number of years unexpired granted to Robert Berry following her death.view transcript
Seale 0136 Mrs. Hayne's School Bills for Mary & Sarah Hayne. to Ann Norman & Mary Mauger 27 Mar.1761 H.P. ghynsch
Mrs. Hayne's School Bills for Mary & Sarah Hayne.Board, lodging, clothes, books, pens etc. Seat in church, schooling etc. Mrs. Follar's Milliners Bills. Mr. Orpen, the music mastor's Bills. Total £47-16s-07d
Seale 0137 Ambrose Penfound to William Creed 16 Apl 1662 H.P. 1032 fzc
Jacky Southcote's accounts. Clerk's and Cholwich's letters similar, relating to Mrs. Hayne's accounts. Speedy answer necessary. Mrs. H. requests a meeting with W.Creed the next Thursday. Sorry about Mrs. Creed's late illness.Seale 0138 Ambrose Penfound to William Creed (H.P. Reply to 0137) Apl 1662
Refers to Penfound's letter about speedy answer to Mr. Exley and the proposed meeting; Mr. P. thought Mr. E. Had objections rather than Mr. Taylor. Counsel Jefferies opinion needed.Seale 0139 Rev. Thomas Seale to John Seale 16 June 1762
Rev. T. S. & sister arrived home after visit to Mt. Boon. Betsy (Seale) taken back to school. Mr. Cholwich en route to Oxford hoping to become Dr.C. The locum tenens very ill. Best respects to Mr. & Mrs. Goodrich.view transcript
Seale 0140 John Seale to Rev. Thomas Seale (Reply to 0139) 27 June 1762
Visit to Mount Boon too short. Thanks for taking care of little Betsy. JS left Exeter to deal with the hay. Almost no rain since 10 June. Compliments from Mr. Goodridge & ladies near Exeter.view transcript
Seale 0141 Mary Hayne to William Creed 3 Nov, 1762. HP.1032fzd D.R.O
Jacky Southcote's accounts. MH with Mr. Exley that morning. Mr. E. required letter from Mr. Creed, who should desire Mr. E. to carry the affair before the Master. If the affair is not finished when MH should leave London she would be served 10 times worse by her wicked husband.Seale 0142 Mary Hayne to Mrs. Goodrich Monday Morning H.P. No date 1032f/z3 (DRO)
Charles Hayne's father ordered him & his sisters to go the following Wednesday. Evidently MH was short of a suitable dress. Instructions to Peter Gibbs about shoes & a request for something handsome. Hopes to see brother & sister before setting out, which might be delayed 5 or 6 days. Request for Mr. Goodrich to write to brother about any necessary business.Seale 0143 Rev. Thomas Seale to John Seale 31 Jan. 1763
Apologies for long silence. Somerford, a good stopping place for Thomas & Fownes. JS's sons . Oxford recommended for them. The Principal of Hartford visited Rev. T.S. in 1762 & discussed this. Congratulations to JS & Miss Rogers on the marriage. Compliments to remaining Miss R. of Franklyn and Mr. & Mrs. Goodrich. Thanks to Mrs.Molly housekeeper. Philip bent on going to Jersey etc.view transcript
Seale 0144 Capt. Samuel Youlden to C. Hayne? 10 Jul. 1763 H.P. I. 101
Arrived Pittyharbour 21 June, very bad catch:20 sail of vessels looking for capeling which came very late. Sold 400 Quentals of fish to Mr. Mercy's ship of London, partly in exchange for salt. Received pot of butter & ham by Capt. French. Capt. Y. had a good banter to draw on.Seale 0145 Rev. Ths. Seale to J. Seale 15 Oct. 1763
Elizabeth Seale going to school at Bath. Two boarding schools there. Hopes to visit her with Mrs. T.S, written to 2 cousins in London. Sorry that Godson did not relish Academy, another employment for him preferable. Hopes cousins will see Charles Long when he comes & that Jacky gets on at Exeter school. Cyder Act needs change.view transcript
Seale 0146 Meeting re.Turnpike 17 Jan. 1764 HP 2 71
H. Fluttrell, John Adams, John Yarde, Rawlin Mallock, Charles Hayne, Rev.Sam! Belfields, Will,m Kitson, Rev. John Nosworthy, Arthur Holdsworth, Rev. Tho. Fownes, Thomas Taylor, Rev. Tho. Kitson. toT. Blake Loyde & others.
Meeting at Paignton Sands 16 January about extending the turnpike from Exeter to Newton Bushel, to Brixham Key & Kingsware Passage. Important, especially to all concerned in the Land Carriage Fishery. Support requested to be sent to Mr. Charles Eastley, Attorney at Law at Paignton. Next meeting 27 January.
Seale 0147 Thos. Skinner to John Seale 24 Jan. 1764
Capt. Teage arrived from Lisbon with hogshead of wine, taken to Capt. Robert Newman's cellars. Capt. Cooper died of gout in the head previous Sunday, worth 2-3000 guineas. Will, if any, unknown.view transcript
Seale 0148 Charles Taylor (uncle) to Chas. Hayne (nephew) 17 Mar 1764 H.P. 1. 82
Charles Junior got safe to Eton. Thanks for fish. CT supposes that all legal expenses paid to Sam would be allowed in costs. Cholwich stopped from proceeding. Sir. R. Bampfylde proposed repeal of Cyder Bill, desirable but impracticable. Cyder members blamed for not amending rather than insisting on repealing the Act. Parson Hutchings a merry priest. etc.Seale 0149 Mary Hayne to William Creed 30 Oct, 1764 H.P. 1032fze
The care of Jacky Southcote. Mr. Exley just returned from Yorkshire. Papers ready to lay before the Master who was a good man. Cholwich making a fine penny of Jacky by the means of Mr. Hayne's uncle (C.Taylor?) M.H. has confidence in Mr. Exley, her stay in London very disagreeable if her children had not been so near.Seale 0150 Thomas Seale to John Seale 3 November 1764
T.H.S. arrived 2 November. Mr. Newton's house full. Trist found lodgings near St. Clement's owned by disagreeable Mr. Fish. T.H.S. hoped to move to Mr. Western's who was moving house. Mr. Radcliffe & Mrs. Stroude came up with T.H.S. Mr. Taylor setting out to London the following Monday. THS hoped to see Mr. Fanshaw soon. Letter delivered to Mr. March who would enquire of Mr. Dunning if he would advise JHS on his studies.view transcript
Seale 0151 Mary Hayne to Charles Hayne 12 Nov. 1764 H.P. 2. 74
Polly (ie. Mary) Hayne's illness. Mrs. Hayne returned with her to Chelsea, putting her under the charge of the school apothecary, her health improving. Sally (ie: Sarah) Hayne's was better. Mrs. Hayne at Eton to see Charlie Hayne junior getting better, but continuing with blister till his return home. His doctor Dr. Barth.Seale 0152 Mary Hayne to William Creed 27 Nov. 1764 H.P. 1032fzf
Anxious about W.Creed's health.Mr. Goodridge says Jacky Southcote & Charles Hayne were in London. Scarlet Fever at Eton. Mr. Exley said that the Master thought the allowance for infants very reasonable. Cholwich's clerk on behalf of Charles Hayne, Mr & Mrs Adams & Miss Creed had no instructions from Mr. Hayne. Mr. Taylor, deputy Remembrances desired Mr. Radcliffe to write to Mr. Hayne. The Master had ordered writs to hear Mr. Hayne's answer or objection. M.H. assured all would be well for her to go to Lupton.Seale 0153 Thos. Jones to Col. Hayne H.P. 1 73 27 Nov. 1764
Persuaded to accompany friends to Brighthelston Thanks for 5 guineas. TJ would repay. Jack very ill. Thanks for help. TJ under terrible burden. Letter sent to Jack to be forwarded. Intended to go to E(a)ton to see Mr. Hayne. Mr & Mrs. Adam & Miss Creed.Seale 0154 P Mauger to John Seale 10 Dec. 1764 (Southampton 23 December)
J.S. should be able to get tenants paying £20-22 per quarter. Letter of attorney should be adequate. Any errors in Messrs Le Breton accounts to be related to Mr. Marrett. P.M. would dispose of all the rents if required.view transcript
Seale 0155 T.H.Seale to John Seale 22 Jan. 1765
Arrived previous Saturday. Work done at Exeter. Mr. Comyn's bill (enclosed) paid. About to go to bed when Harris, Woodley, Skinner & Martin called. Carting? affair undetermined. Mr. Green said no disadvantage in Spain to English traders, invites THS to his house. Turnpike in favour. Ld.Howe and Mr. Jeffries with printed bills in Parliament. Called on Fanshawes, Miss Rogers knitting.view transcript
Seale 0156 Mary Hayne to Mr. Newcomin 15 Feb. 1765 H.P. 1 p 75
Thanks for Mr. N's letter & Mr. Exley's relating to Jackey Southcote's affairs, & copy of affidavit. Jackey's allowance confirmed by Master. Hope of an end to M.H.'s troublesome affair - husband's abuse continued. - can expect nothing if Master listens to Taylor & Cholwich.Seale 0157 Mrs. A.M. Seale to Mrs. Jane Soaper 27 Feb. 1765
Request for black silk sack & Peticoat to be delivered at Sir John Rogers' having been left with Mr. James Williams Gardner..view transcript
Seale 0158 T.H.Seale to John Seale 1 June 1765
Elizabeth Seale reached Mt. Boon safely. T.S. spoke to Mr. Marsh, who was off to Twickenham. Deficiency & delay of his account of the state of the stocks. Promise of a swift response. Thanks for offer TS would draw money from Mr. M. T.S. still had cold; fear of a strange grasping apothecary.view transcript
Seale 0159 Wm. Brown Junr. to Charles Hayne 23 Aug. 1765 H.P. 2 72
Recipe for pickling salmon. Hoping C.H. has thrown away his sticks and benefited from the waters of Bath. Colliers riot in Newcastle.Seale 0160 H. Fownes Seale to John Seale 29 August 1765
Sailing delayed by Captain's illness & unfavourable wind forced to stop at Gravesend to show Clearance. Hopes to leave 30 August. 7 other passengers. Received 3 guineas from Mr. Green. HFS changed this into dollars as English money would lose value in Spain.view transcript
Seale 0161 H. Fownes Seale to John Seale 23 Nov. 1765
HFS sailed from Gravesend 30 August; Delayed about a week on The Downs. H.F.S. sea-sick: he missed seeing Dartmouth, passed very early in morning. Fair journey to Gibralter, agreeable passengers. Very bad weather near Minorca; unable then to go to Barcelona. Allowed to stay on board with Captain near Nice. Invitation from merchants, & Bullard the English Consul. At Nice HFS embarked on a Spanish ship to Marseiles where Mr. Sollicaffre invited him to stay. HFS took a French ship to Barcelona arriving Sunday 17 November. Mr. Ford welcomed him there.view transcript
Seale 0162 Copy by John Seale (1705-77) of Mariner's Legal Contracts 12 Feb. 1766 5 April 1766
Mariners' legal contracts. 12 March 1766view transcript
Seale 0163 Mary Hayne to Charles Hayne Senior 6 April 1766 H.P. 2 9
Safe arrival at Bath, cough better. Seeing that day Mr. & Mrs. Greenwood & family.Seale 0164 Mary Hayne to William Creed H.P.032fzg no date
Visit to Kingsbridge deferred, after MH saw Mr. Goodridge & as Mr. Hayne had gout. Wish to discuss the affair with Mr. Exley; no apparent reason for delay. MH & Jacky (Southgate) ill used.Mr. Exley & the Master's death. Bearer of letter an artful person. Mr. Will Southcote was dead.Seale 0165 Th. H. Seale to John Seale 29 April 1766
Glad JS & AMS safely back at Mt. Boon: death of Lady Rogers. Mr. Green not found at home, probably often at Mortlake; delivered letter to Mrs. Leach in Pallmall, no longer at Cleveland. THS now in Chambers in Lyons Inn, with gentleman acquaintance.Seale 0166 Th. H. Seale to John Seale 29 May 1766
Sir J.Rogers en route to London. Mr. F. Rogers there for some days. Dined at Mr. ffanshawe's the previous day. He was soon off to Edinburgh, but planned routes unsettled. THS only once in his company. Determination of Mr. French's affair. Surpised at Mr. Mansfield. Indecent application to Mr. French by the Parish of St. Petrox. S.F.Norton's & Mr. Dunning's disapprobation of the Courts decision.view transcript
Seale 0167 H.F.Seale to John Seale 2 June 1766
No letters from JS. since 28 February. HFS recovering from fever. Not much faith in the doctors. Mr. Ford's great kindness; his offer to include news of it in Mr. Green's letter or his own refused. Mr. Curtoy's the bookeeper set out to England a day or two before the fever started with a letter from HFS.Mr. C. returning after a few months to commence a partner.view transcript
Seale 0168 Th. H. Seale to John Seale 19 June 1766
THS's last letter not received. Mr. De Gruchy said that as Mr. Le Breton had gone to East India's J.S.'s affairs should be left to his partner. THS waiting for advice about this. THS intended going with Mr. Luttrell to Exeter following week. Request for small remittance from Mr. Marsh. Letter from Henry in Barcelona received.Seale 0169 T H Seale to A Holdsworth? No date 1766??
J.S. agreed that Porch would be taken down. Bad state of roads in Dartmouth. Repeated application to Council useless; Indictment only effective method. Mr. French & Mr. Brown, mayors, both acknowledged bad state. Rumour that Superior Power had prevented work out of malice to Mt. Boon family. Cutting down a few trees near Mount Boon though allowed by Act of Parliament unnecessary. JS gave up lease on Poor House to help the poor. New lease requires the poor to grind their corn at town mill. Safeguard needed if miller is bad.view transcript
Seale 0170 T H Seale? to A Holdsworth? No date 1766??
Scurrilous letter received Moreleigh highways shamefull, out of repair. Threat of fine or indictment if A.Holdsworth? as princial landowner did not repair the roads. Mr. Shapleigh should have checked the truth of report before vilifying an inocent person.view transcript
Seale 0171 Chas Hayne to Mary Hayne No month or day 1766 H.P. 2 76
Unable to pass rest of life in Peace and quietness unless there is a separation from Mary HayneSeale 0172 T.H.Seale to John Seale 17 Aug. 1766
THS staying at Blachford till 26 August when families at Blachford, Dock & Plymouth visit Mt. Boon & Waddon. Previous Thursday week went with Sir J. Ragen to Mrs. Fanshawe's at Plymouth, dined with Mrs. Tolcher, Fanshawe, Ridout & Sheppard & Mr. Tolcher; all returned to Blachford plus wardrobe. After dinner Mr. Henry T. showed THS the Baths & grounds at Stonehouse: Fine view. Lord Edgcumbe gave breakfast for 500. Mr. Fanshawe showed JHS Huckworthy Bridge. Mr.Tolcher's chosen habitation. Venison from Commissioner & Newton.view transcript
Seale 0173 J. Seale to H.F.Seale (Inscribed 3 October 1766) 28 Oct. 1766
Deaths of Mr. Taylor of Maridge & of Mrs. Luttrell about 2 months since.Mr. G. paid. Request for silk not too expensive, & pipe of Segis wine & sent by Exeter or Plymouth; if by London then c/o Mr. Green. Possibly send sample of fruits. Mr. fford gone to a Bath for his disorder. Miss R(ogers) bought a house in St. Sidwell. Silk to be sent by a safe hand.view transcript
Seale 0174 Th. H. Seale to John Seale 11 Nov. 1766
Arrived safely in Town & in good health. Sir J. Rogers & Mrs. Fanshawe came up in the Oxford Inn Coach. Lady F. dissatisfield. AMS's letters delivered to Mrs. Leach:her gratitude & German tour.: Mr. Worthingtons instructions about the stockings acquired at Exeter for JS. Request for one stocking as a pattern. Miss Rogers' letter delivered to Mrs. Fanshawe. Mrs. F. went to see her sister's house. Cryptic note about G.Taylor & horse etc.view transcript
Seale 0175 Henry Fownes Seale to John Seale 29 Nov. 1766
Letters possibly lost in post; much rain: letter of 28 October received 28 Nov. - deaths of Mr. Taylor and Mrs. Luttrell. Thanks for reimbursing Mr. Green with sum taken up from Mr. Ford. Commissions still outstanding till Newfoundland ships arrive. HFS would choose silks & wine; no news.view transcript
Seale 0176 Th. H. Seale to J Seale 31 Jan. 1767
Post-chaise from Totnes, safe arrival. Miss Rogers' letter delivered. Thanks from Mrs. Fanshawe to AMS. Mrs. Fanshawe's invitation but no Elizabeth Seale. Mrs. Shepherd gone into the country. Discourse of town mainly on Indian matters;Lord Chatham's indiscrete threat. Commission at Exeter carried out.view transcript
Seale 0177 26 Peter Mauger to John Seale Mar. 1766 to 3 Jan. 1767
Current Account in Jersey (in French)Total £14640 - 14s - 8d
Balance due to Mr. Mauger £1273
Seale 0178 Sarah Hayne to Charles Hayne (Senior) 28 Mar. 1767 H.P. 2 11
Glad that father is better. Employ of English Tutor designed by Mrs. Cockerell for perfecting the young ladies in English, writing & Religion. Latin not taught at school, only privately. S wished to learn it but not without permission.Seale 0179 T.H.Seale to John Seale (Inscribed 8 April 1767) 9 May 1767
Arrived 8 May via Exeter, Bath, Chippenham, Somerford. Rev. T. Seale expecting soon to retire. Thanks JS for offer of house. Mrs. Hayne, Miss Newcomen, Scot relations of Dr. Dickinson seen on journey. Mr. Luttrell secured his election at Minehead. Mr. Shiffner opposed to Mr. L. Mrs. Robins affected about prosecution of Ball. Money she paid deposited with Miss Rogers. India Co. exceeding charter. Hopes to see Mr. le Breton.view transcript
Seale 0180 H. Fownes Seale to John Seale 4 July 1767
Received of letter of 4 June 1767, pleased all well & post faults forgotten. Strong prohibition of things from Spain in England. Pleased of welfare of (Rev T) Seale & his sister. New Captain General or Viceroy received by Governor. Jesuits refused admittance. Prophecy of Archbishop Brownswell of Dublin against them.view transcript
Seale 0181 Richd. Trist to Thos. Henry Seale 14th May 1765 to 10 July 1767
First note dated in 1765. Bill for clothes, box with key, buttons, flannel, shalloon etc. etc. Total £37-1s-1½d Paid in full 30 November.view transcript
Seale 0182 Th. H. Seale to John Seale 16 July 1767
No hope of seeing cousins that summer in Devon. (Rev T) Seale had bad leg: great pain. His sister was well, impatient at not visiting Devon. Le Breton nowhere to be found, money owed by him Drawn on Mr. Marsh 18 Guineas. Owed as much by 2 friends. Received 14 guineas, complications concerning accounts. Expecting to be in Exeter following Tuesday.view transcript
Seale 0183 Rev. Thos Seale to John Seale 21 July 1767
T.H.Seale delivered letter from J. Seale on his return homewards. Unable for Rev. T. Seale & his sister to accept invitation to Mt. Boon. Rev. TS had violent pain. Invitation for T.H.Seale to come to Somerford on his trips to & from London. view documentSeale 0184 Th. H Seale to John Seale 10 Nov. 1767
Arrived safely - glad Mrs. AMS & family were well. Saw Lord Mayors' Show, very trifling. Lord Orford unlikely to support Palke etc. at the General Election unless bribed. Request for Lottery Tickets numbers. Capt. Yaulden's whereabouts required for carpet to be sent to Dartmouth.Seale 0185 Henry Fownes Seale to John Seale (Inscribed 9 Nov) 14 Nov. 1767
Anxious - no letter from home since 2 July. THS forced to take up £40 to pay for clothes., barbarous method of washing them. Talk of War, French & Spanish ambassador having left London, Probably untrue Spanish Monarch finished with Jesuits. He had seized the riches of friars & reduced the religious orders of Barcelona.view transcript
Seale 0186 No date Southsea & Bank Annuities written by John Marsh
Southsea & Bank Annuitiesview transcript view document
Seale 0186a Receipt from John Marsh 3 Dec. 1767
Receipt £18 in part of money due. Remittance due £12view transcript view document
Seale 0187 Th. H. Seale to John Seale 2 Dec. 1767 (10 Dec. 1767) Inscribed wrong date
Hopeful of leaving London 3 December for Mt. Boon via Somerford. Letter from (Rev.T.Seale) asking date & promising horses would be sent to meet THS at Chippenham. Mr. Taylor's stolen marriage to satirical unhandsome woman, worth £5-£6,000. Concern about contageous disease of horses. Mrs. Fanshawe sending Mrs. AMS's bonnet.Seale 0188 Th. H. Seale to John Seale 10 Dec. 1767
Unable to persuade the Rev. T. Seale to accompany T.H.S. to Mr. Boon. Hopes to be at Exeter via Bath following Thursday night. Requests for horses to meet him there.view transcript
Seale 0190 Rev. Thos. Seale to John Seale 15 Dec. 1767
T.H.Seale had just left the Rev. TS to return to J. Seale. Hopeful that Mrs. A.M.Seale had recovered.view transcript
Seale 0191 Henry Geare to Thos. Seale 22 Jan 1768
Henry Geare Thos. Seale Exeter. Letter came to Mr. G. in father's absence about Citation for Mr. Kendall's licence to seat in Cornworthy Church granted at vestry to Mr. S.. Mr. ffurlew agreed Mr. S. & Mr. ffull had reason to object. Next court due 13 Jan. Signed by Mr. G. Seniorview document
Seale 0192 Henry Fownes Seale to John Seale 30 Jan. 1768
News that family was well. Father's reproof of HFS's expenses. Lottery tick £13-6s-6d. Drew £20 prize. Mr. Curtoys brought Capt. Pallard's letter from Dartmouth mentioning J.S.'s kind reception of him & nephew at Mt. Boon & the order for gun barrel which he mounted on an old stock, now put on board Capt. Dessiou's on Robert Newman's ship.view transcript
Seale 0193 Wm. Creed to Mary Hayne 4 February 1768 H.P. 1. 98
Letter forwarded to go to Mr. Exley. Mary Hayne's comments to be sent too.Seale 0194 Mary Hayne to (Mr. Exley) 4 February . 1768 H.P. 1. 98
Ist draft Southcote's sudden journey to London. His intended marriage to Miss Luttrell, unknown to his friends. Request to Mr. Exley to help Southcote in his affairs. Creed & MH did advise him but advice not acted upon. Receiver not yet pass(ed) his account but goes on the same plan.Seale 0195 Mary Hayne to (Mr. Creed) 4 February . 1768 H.P. 1. 98
2nd draft. As above & M.H. settled the account that lay so long between Mr. Hayne & Mr. Newcomin, Mr. N. paid the balance in his hand. Mr. Lutterall appeared to know what is good for the family.Seale 0196 Th. H. Seale to John Seale 30 September 1768
Arrived previous Tuesday: Sir John (Rogers) was alone. The Mr. Fanshawes left day before. Went to Plymouth -Wednesday. With Mayor at Church & public dinner Thursday evening returned with Mrs. Fanshawe to Blachford. Comm'r at Saltash., mayor. Mrs. Ridout home Wednesday. J.S. had promised to be at Blachford the next or following week. The Comm'r soon off to Bath.view transcript
Seale 0197 From Th. H. Seale 22 October 1768
THS had no wish to enter into altercation. After more than 2 years application (that the road should be repaired) the reponse had been unsatisfactory. Threat of £100 penalty was needed it appeared, before a nearby parish would repair a road. THS believed that Mr. French having procured materials to repair the Steps & Road to Combe was prevented by a superior power (AH?) If any tree near Mt. Boone was damaging the road it would be lopped or removed. John Seale (junior) had no intention of giving up the Ropewalk. THS had no intention of inspecting the Corporations street apart from ?view transcript
Seale 0198 R. Trist's second bill to Thos. Henry Seale 27 November 1767 to 10 November 1768
Trist's Second Note dated in 1768 Bill for clothes, cleaning & mending clothes, Buttons, Sewing Silk, canvas, dimity, silk, shalloon etc. etc. 10 November 1768. Received contents in full £23 - 0 - 8 - £ 6 - 19 - 6view transcript view document
Seale 0199 Bond to Thomas Morrill 23 November 1768
Bond to Thomas Marrill to surrender Chamber in Garden Court No. 2 at Michas Term 1771. Legal obligations etc. Receipt of 18 December 1772 hands of John Marsh £41 -1s - 6d by T. Morrill.view transcript
Seale 0200 Charles Hayne (senior) Will proved May 1769
Will made 9 July 1768Internment at Brixham Church, Daughters Mary & Sarah to be given £500 over & above marriage settlement & £20 expenses yearly till age 21 or marriage. To Servant Richard Trist all plain woollen clothes & £15 annuity, remainder to Charles H. then M.H. & then SH & heirs respectively. Codicil: 7 March 1769 R.T. to have nothing. Charles to have chaise, harnesses & chaise horses but his mother & her children not to be allowed any use of it.
Seale 0201 C.Hayne (junior) to E.Taylor 19 March 1769 H.P. 1 83
Charles H. senior in deplorable state of delirium & sense, also dropsy; in bed previous 3 days and will take no medicine & little else. Request to know time E.Taylor would be leaving London and the price of seeds ordered by C.H.senior. Respects to Mr. & Miss Luttrell. This breaks off suddenly.Seale 0202 C.Hayne (Junior) to E.Taylor (On the same sheet as 0201) 19 March 1769
Charles H. senior died previous Tuesday mainly due to dropsy. He was buried in the Vault at Brixham; in deplorable condition for nearly a week before he died.Seale 0203 E. Taylor to Charles Hayne 25 March 1769
Great concern at news long expected. Thought of kindness experienced at Lupton & the long illness. E.T's mother & family send condolences. (Charles Haynes senior died Friday March 1769)Seale 0204 John Gawler to Rich'd Harris Atty 8 May 1769
Thanks for letter about JS's & late Mr.Forty's affair -F's estate limited to Lang & Penfound in Trust. L & P were dead so difficult to get facts. JG wrote to J.S. to find what he knew. 1. When & how Debt became due & 2. How was account settled at time of Sale etc. Note by JS.: Indenture of Release dated 11 March 1756 whereby premises were conveyed to JS for £550. Mortgage from Lang, Penfound & Forty to JS for £430 is on 30 Sept. 1751view transcript
Seale 0205 Richard Harris to John Seale 6 June 1769
Acknowledgement of receipt of 3 Bank Bills of £100 each and 4 on Mr. Child for £50 each, total £500. Glad Mrs. A.M.Seale & sister are better after colds, & that the Counsellor had arrived safely in London.view transcript
Seale 0206 Richard Harris to John Seale 23 Oct. 1769
Received JS's letter with bills when on horseback going to keep Mr. Savery's Courts, returning the following Saturday.view transcript
Seale 0207 Richard Trist's third bill to Thomas Henry Seale 25 Nov. 1768 8 Dec. 1769
Third (Bill) not dated in 1769 Cash lent £6 -13s - 6d Various clothes, Serge, Buckram,Canvas & Stays, Dimity Lace, Sewing silk & Twist etc. etc£90 - 16s - 9½ dview transcript
Seale 0208 Henry Filts's bill (Boot & Shoemaker) to T.H. Seale 28 June 1769 to 7 July 1770
Bill for:- Shoes, dress shoes, dress pumps Weed heels (?) Wax shoes £3 - 3s- 6d Paid before T. Seale died.view transcript
Seale 0209 Mary Hayne junior to Charles Hayne 31 July 1770 H.P. II . 14
On July 30 MH gave bill to Mr. Seale, who wished to see the crop bill. Request to send the crop bill by bearer to M.H. junior who would wait Mr. S's return at Dartmouth. She would tell CH junior, young Mr. S's answer soon.view transcript
Seale 0210 Wm. Creed to John Shapleigh 16 Nov. 1770 HP 1032fzi
Renewal of late bankrupt A.Penfound's Commission Debt from profits in "Dartmouth Galley" due either to Mrs. Hayne or late Mr. Holdsworth. Latter paid monies to Mr. P. without agreement with Mrs. Haynes etc. Mrs. Hayne & Mrs Holdsworth agreed for one of them to prove the debt. Mr. W. Prideaux for Mr. Hiworth & Wm. C. for Mrs. Hayne agreed for Mr. Shapleigh to settle petition to prove the case.Seale 0211 Wm. Brown to Mr. Seale (T.H.Seale) 5 & 6 Dec. 1770
Bought of Wm. Brown:- 1 Coke upon Littleton Folio; & 1 'Tis Well tis no Worse'. Settle account on coming to Town. Also sending The New Comedy.view transcript
Seale 0211a William Brown (Bookseller) to (T.H.) Seale 5 Dec. 1770 to 13 April 1771
Bill for:- Best Folio (paper) Black edge Folio & stick Wax Sheet blotting & Pens Deck Sermons 3 Vols.Seale 0212 Wm Creed to Mr. John Exley 8 Feb. 1771 HP 1032 pz
Claims from 'Dartmouth Galley' in Penfounds estate. Draft of intended petition drawn up by Counsel Shapleigh sent to Mr. E. as agreed by W.Prideaux for Mr. Holdsworth & Mr.C for his sister Mrs. Hayne. If rejected Mrs.Hayne would revive all proceedings. Friendly nephews Hayne & Southcote had visited Mr. C. several times.Seale 0213 Arthur Holdsworth to Mrs. Hayne 8 April 1771 H.P. II . 8
The Penfound Bankrupcy Suit over the 'Dartmouth Galley' A.H. concerned about the suit revived against him; Begs some days longer respite; presumes letters addressed to Lupton will reach Mrs. Hayne.view transcript
Seale 0214 Richard Trist's fourth bill to Thomas Henry Seale 14 Dec. 1769 to 6 July 1770
Fourth Bill Various clothes,waistcoats & linings, shalloon etc. Lodging & coals , candles etc. etc. To a Bill delivered £90 - 16s - 9½ d - = Total £160 - 4s - 2 ¾ dview transcript view document
Seale 0215 Richard Trist's fifth bill Thomas Henry Seale 6 July 1770 to 28 June 1771
Used as cover for other documents concerning T.H.Seal's affairsFifth Bill.Various clothes, shalloon, button's, garters etc. etc. etc.
To a Bill delivered £160 - 4s - 2 ¾ d
= Total £197 -15s - 11 ¾ d
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Seale 0216 John Shapleigh to John Seale 12 Sept. 1771
Responsibility of those in power dealing out punishment. Need to look into the statute book to see what power a J.P. should have in deciding Judgement concerning bad workmanship on roads, punishment for misbehaviour etc. Due regards to the landowner affected. Mr. Shapleigh states that he has been desired to help that Parish & hopes that J.Seale will do his best to help the Parish also.view transcript
Seale 0217 Richard Trist to Thomas Henry Seale 15 Oct. 1771
R.T. in great need of money to pay debts within little more than 3 weeks; Hopes THS can supply £200 and that R.T.'s brother might also help.view transcript
Seale 0219 Richard Harris to John Seale 21 Nov. 1771
RH. Hopes enclosed answer is well drawn, bill not seen. Marsh's letter also enclosed. J.S's petition drawn by Cholwich, RH also has Grybert's & Holdsworth's petitions etc. J.S. has copies. R.H. had several opinions of Grappers. Etc. etc. Answer to be ingrossed if agreed by T.H.Seale. R.H. at Nethway previous week something Mr. Luttrell was to do but could not do before the following Friday. Rev & Mrs. Fownes & Kitty F. were at Nethway.view transcript
Seale 0220 Governor Holdsworth to (J. Seale) 25 Nov. 1771
Memorandum.Mr. Holdsworth unable to find Leases papers after search. He suggests lease counterparts could be in the parish chest.
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Seale 0221 Th. H. Seale to J. Seale senior 28 Nov. 1771
T.H.S. acknowledges father's letter & answer in chancery. THS leaving London on receipt of J.S's next letter. Seeing Mr. Fanshawe following day. THS bringing letters of Attornay. Mr. Vavastour's missing lease. Mr. Holdsworth's presumed attempts to prevent accurate description of property; old leases adequate. Mr. Luttrell's attempt to keep things dorment. Mr. Newcomen's probable guilt- Possible Lottery prize £20000view transcript
Seale 0222 Joshua Fernehough's bill & receipt to (T.H.) Seale 27 June 1771 to 5 Dec. 1771
Receipt : 27 November 1772J.F's bill unpaid
Boots, buckles, shoes, spur leathers £2 -19s - 6d
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Seale 0223 Wm. Brown the Bookseller bill & receipt to (Thomas H) Seale 3 Dec. 1770 to 7 Dec. 1771
Bill for:- Books, Paper, Wax, blotting & pins, inkstand, ink, Attorney's Guide, Memo book, pocket book etc. £6 - 14s - 0dReceipt:- Ann Brown 27 November 1772
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Seale 0224 Thos. H. Seale to Richard Trist, Bond 6 Dec.1771
Bond.:. THS held & firmly bound to Richard Trist of Arundel Street in the Strand, London Taylor in the sum of £480.RT to be paid £240 on or before 10 May 1772. Witness William Trim
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Seale 0224a On the back of the Bond (0224) Receipts 1772
Receipts: - 24 July 1772 £168 in part Bond 23 October 1772 £72 received by The hands of J.Marsh in full for the Bond by R'd Trist.view transcript
Seale 0226 Th. H. Seale to John Seale(senior) No date On or soon after 6 Dec.1771
Debts accumulating since first going to the Temple. Allowance exceeded in order to keep up appearances so had to take up sums of Hurns, Hayne & Marsh. Marsh very poor. Apologies for imprudence. Trist owed money. THS gave Trist bond for £240. Trist not expecting to be repaid while J.Seal senior is alive.view transcript
Seale 0227 A. Holdsworth to Charles Hayne Tuesday 10 Dec. 1771 HP. II p5 Smallpox in Dartmouth
Smallpox in Dartmouth, so hopes Mrs. H. etc can go to Fuge for a month or two. 2 or 3 rooms required, Mr. H. willing to pay rent etc. They would leave if CH had a tenant at any time.view transcript
Seale 0228 Richard Trist's Bill 30 Nov. 1771 to 20 December 1772
Bill not paid. £33 - 8s -6½d Probably JS paid £14 -7 -9 Coat and Waistcoat,Breeches, Buttons, Twist etc. Coals, Candles etc. £33 - 8s - 6½ d.Bill paid by Trist to Cawley & Co. for seives & saw plates
Receipt by hand of March(snr) 3 Dec.1772
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Seale 0229 Anonymous Letter To Charles Hayne 6 March 1772 HPII p7
Satirical letter to CH on his appointment of Sheriff. Advice given, Captain of the Troop & Javalin men, Deputy Sheriff & Chaplin. Approval of CH's elder sister's probably choice of Newman. Savage & Walker respectively. Need to make retinue drunk after Assizes. Behaviour before the Judge, talk about weather & hunting etc. Sleep during trials. Recommends Rector of Aveton Gifford as second chaplain.view transcript
Seale 0230 Memorandum by TH Seale 23 May 1772
Mem. Shoes bought in 1761 from shoemaker in butcher row behind St. Clements, not paid for, name not known. R. Trist lodged there, worried lest THS should die before depts are paid. Debts minuted with others on paper in pocket.view transcript
Seale 0231 Memorandum by Th. H. Seale No date 24 May 1772?
One Beamsley owed 30/- for a wig One Fourneau owed for boots & shoes. One Sealy owed 8 Guineas borrowed He had gone abroad for diabolical practises.view transcript
Seale 0232 Memorandum by Thomas H. Seale June 1st 1772
Memo. Acount between Charles Hayne & THS. CH indebted to THS. THS bought buckles & spurs & paid. Trist's maids etc. In all £3 - 11 - 3 mistake for £4 - 1- 3 ?view transcript
Seale 0233 To Mr Colson 23 May 1769 to 13 July 1772
Letter requesting him to compute the interest of different sums for different times.view transcript
Seale 0234 List of debts accrued by T H Seale written By J Seale No date 1772?
Memorandum. A list of Bills paid in London Creditors:- Ashford, keeper of coffee house. ffilts a Shoemaker Babant & Godfrey (swords) Fennough, boots & shoes. Beamsley - dress wig. Brown - Bookseller. R.Trist's Bond etc. Debt due still to Marsh & Others - Lottery ticket. ..
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Seale 0235 Copy of a letter & Memorandum by J Seale 23 (July?) 1772
Badly damaged:- Thanks for trouble taken neccessity of troubling Mr. Maguin concerning R. Trist. Taylor & his Bond ( much missing) Mrs. AMS desired her lottery ticket to be registered. Memo of money due to Trist, Marsh & others & receipts etc. Late Thomass's bills.view transcript
Seale 0236 Memorandum by J Seale re Thomas Seale's debts 24 July 1772
Memorandum. : List of Bills left unpaid on Thomas Seale's death to Trist, Marsh, shoe maker, Babant & Godfrey, Bookseller, Beamsley for wig & Seeby(?)view transcript
Seale 0237 Richard Trist to John Seale 8 Sept. 1772
JS would require bills collected by Trist. RT had received swords from Brabant & Godfrey, an empty wig box from Beamsley & a trunk belonging to Rev. Dr. Andrew? No sign of a bureau (beauro) Swords & wig box would be sent when required.view transcript
Seale 0238 Richard Trist to John Seale 17 Sept. 1772
Uneasy that JS thought Thomas S left money clothes in London. T.S. brought 1 suite the last visit to London & carried 2 suites one made by R.T. T.S's servant would know more about things. T.S.'s mail dirrected to Union. R.T. heard of nothing left there or at Coffee Houses. Mr. Wickombe knew of no bureau but he knew of the swords so R.T. got them from Brabant & Godfrey. R.T. bound £40 for T.S.'s chambers. Rev. Dr. Adams did own the trunk.view transcript
Seale 0239 John Marsh to John Seale 20 Oct.1772
Pleasant journey Exeter to Twickenham. Bad weather on leaving Dartmouth. Received Sir John Roger's bill on Mr. Fanshaws would pay Trist etc.; going to London 21 or 22 October to see people as required & buy lottery tickets. Compliments to Mrs. AMS & Miss E.S.view transcript
Seale 0240 John Marsh to Mrs. Seale 27 Oct.1772
Bought lottery ticket, enclosed;: paid Trist. Going to London beginning of the next week to pay the small bills, would then find out about the Chambers. Compliments to Mr. & Miss S.view transcript
Seale 0241 Richard Trist to John Seale 27 Oct. 1772
Received £72 in full from J. Marsh for T. Seales Bond with out interest. J.S. would not pay interest as he said it was chiefly for clothes. R.T. entitled to interest as it was also for wig, lodgings etc. Treasurer of Inner Temple inspecting payment. R.T. hoped Mr. Fanshawe would make situations clear & settle accounts. Much trouble for R.T., real want of cash.view transcript
Seale 0242 John Marsh to John Seale 7 Nov. 1772
Paid £72 due on R. Trist's Bond, also Burnet's (shoemaker) debt. T. Seale's shoemaker and coffee man not found. No one called to the Bar till admitted to Chambers in the Temple. The action of owners of chambers towards gentlemen called to the Bar. T. Seale dying before surrender of chambers, the ownership fell to the Inn. Marsh would enquire of people called to Bar.view transcript view document
Seale 0243 J. Seale (junior) to J. Seale (senior) 10 Nov. 1772
Comfortable journey to Ashburton; oilcape kept neck & shoulders dry. Money & bills delivered to Mr. Harris. Mr. H's reluctance, bills expensive to change so insisted J.S. junior changed them. J.S. senior's opinion needed. Receipt & 2 bills enclosed. Luttrells at Buckland so Mr. Harris put off visit to Nethway.view transcript
Seale 0244 John Seale (junior) to Mr. Harris (On the back of 0243) 1772
Received letter & Mr. H's receipt from J.S. junior. Mr. H. mighty 'scrupilious' about receiving bills. J.S. senior could have as many as he chose exchanged at 5/- per 100 at Exeter Bank. No need for Mr. H. to worry.view transcript
Seale 0245 John Marsh to John Seale 17 Nov. 1772
Interview with Under Treasurer of the Middle Temple. Mr. Field owner T. Seale's chambers, given Bond that T.S. would resurrender the same or pay £40. T.S. died before this so the Inn took possession. Field entitled to £40. No instance like this in last 20 years. Details of fee due to House of Commons sent to Trist & by him to J.S. No shoemaker or coffee man.view transcript
Seale 0246 John Marsh to (John Seale) 28 Nov. 1772
Received 2 frank covers & bills due from T.S. No other contract than Bond. Going to Town so would check Bond. Trist cannot avoid paying it if J.S. decides not to… J.M. would pay what is due to Society. Not all bills paid, would send J.S. receipts & Trist's Bond. Has 2 other franks. Mrs. AMS's lottery ticket not drawn 27 November but was registered & could win prize.view transcript
Seale 0247 Brabant & Godfrey Receipt dated 3 Dec. 1772
For Sword, hose, gloves, hat, drawer Buttons, Thread, Box, Purse etc. etc. Total:- £20 - 4 - 0dview transcript
Seale 0248 John Marsh to (John Seale) 3 Dec. 1772
Paid Brabunt & Godfrey, for Messrs. Brown, Fernbough, Brumsby & Trist various sums, and the Dues at the Temple. Inclosed receipts for same & Bonus Mr. (Thomas) Seale gave Trist. Agreement in Bond. Owner of Chambers had Bond, lived in Hampstead. Mr. M. asked for it to be sent to him. It must be paid or he would sue Trist, who says he insists on interest. T.S. paid Filt's shoemaker. Nothing more due except Bond for Chambers. Compliments to AMS & ES.view transcript
Seale 0249 John Marsh to John Seale 10 Dec. 1772
Received Bond from Mr. Morell owner of Thomas Seale's Chambers. No contract other than the Bond. The details of this. As T.S. did not surrender the chambers before he died they fell to the Temple. A great loss for Mr. M. so he insists on interest of the bond from T.Seale's death etc. better to pay the money directly. Direction needed. Compliments to Mrs. & Miss Seale.view transcript
Seale 0250 J. Seale to John Marsh (Damaged) 13 Dec. 1772
Received Trist's & other's accounts. Morrell's ticket to Trist enclosed. 1st account about chambers J.S. had heard of. Surprised Morrell had not called upon Trist since payment. Mistrust about bond given by late son. All Trist's bills given at different times except one. Request when in Town Marsh calls on Trist. Mrs. AMS anxious about Lottery ticket. Thomas S. died 4 June 1772.view transcript
Seale 0251 Inventory No date Probably Thomas Seale's property.1772?
Inventory: 3 sheets of paper, 2 of them torn from an account book.view transcript
Seale 0252 John Marsh to (John Seale) 19 Dec.1772
On back of Cr. of 10/12/1772Received favour. Have seen Trist & Morell. Paid principal & interest due of Mr. Seale's Bond. (sent enclosed) Mr. T. said whole of Bond & Bill justly due to him. Mrs. Seale's ticket undrawn. Compliments to Mrs. & Miss Seale.
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Seale 0253 Edmund Elyot to John Winter 2 Jan.1773
Copy of a bill sent to Mr. Marsh to exchange. 2nd March. 30 days after date….pay Mr. J.G. Waller... . - - £70 to account of E.Elyot Endorsed J.G. Waller pay Mr. J.M. or order for J.S.view transcript view document
Seale 0254 John Marsh to (J. Seale) 2 Feb. 1773
Received favour of 26 January & Bill on John Winter. Mr. Marsh going to London. 3 February to put the money into J.S.'s account. J.H. had not a scheme of the Lottery, but believed prizes payed in April. Advised that those few tickets kept them till that time then sold to Lottery office. O.S. trouble getting certificates. Mr. Marsh could arrange this.view transcript
Seale 0255 J. Seale to Mr. H .No date 1773?
Mr. Seale's compliments to Mr. H. Accepts with thanks Mr. H's offer of whale bones. Unaware that Mr. H. was in town. (Memorandum)Seale 0256 From J Seale No date 1773?
Request for catalogue of young trees growing in nursery with prices. Thanks for carp sent, all dead the next day. Servant would collect a few more if available.Seale 0258 J. Seale to C. Remon jnr. reply to (0257) 1773
Thanks for copy of Petition to the King about the Chapel of St. Aubin - vessel's return to Jersey. J. Seale junior proposer. French visit for 3 or 4 months to learn French. J.S. senior proposed Caen. Mr. Remon had said that some of his family had been there. J.S. senior asked about a possible residence with sober family and about terms. Suggested that John take a companion & servant.view transcript
Seale 0259 To Mr. Skinner Probably April 1773 or earlier
Compliments and thanks to Mr. Skinner for obliging ticket & offer of the Red Birds.view transcript
Seale 0260 J. Seale to Mr. Remon Jnr. Probably April 1773 or rather later
Thanks for favour & contents. Captain Horton returning to Jersey. Jack in London his return unknown. Excursion to France put off for that year. A connection likely to fix him at home.view transcript
Seale 0261 J. Seale to Mr. Remon? Jnr. Probably April 1773 or rather later
Captain Horton brought favour for which thanks. He is now returning Sale of rents & the rest of J.S.'s estate in Jersey. J.S. leaves decision to Mr. Reman? J.S. concerned about rents.view transcript
Seale 0262 Wm. Seward to John Seale 9 March 1774
Received J.S.'s letter, will forward letter from J.S. to Mr. Mauger by Jersey Coaster. W.Seward came from St. Aubin (Jersey), is 55 years old, remembers J.S. 40 years ago, his second son had been in Barcelona,(has 4 other sons & 1 daughter) so knew Henry Seale who had died there.view transcript
Seale 0263 J.Hutchings to Worshipful John Seale (Senior) 7 Oct. 1774
Mr. Kendall offered list their parishioners had returned to serve as Way-wardens. Soper & Pering if chosen would oppose the bridge; if Weeks & Ash were chosen Mr. Hutchings would have it built in a month at farthest - 10m was on list.view transcript
Seale 0264 Royal Menu Tuesday 15 Nov. 1774
Menu's for Their Majesties Dinner & Supper & for others.view document
Seale 0265 John Seale Senior to W. Newcomen No Date 1774?
Thanks for information concerning J.S's quay & Corporation. Mr. Madock & men had been assured of indemnification. Request to be kept informed.view transcript
Seale 0266 E. Seale to John Seale Jnr. No date Probabaly before 11 April 1775 Thursday night
Box of Listing arrived. Sugar & Lemons sent. Mr. Youlden asked to buy rum & brandy. No green tea or India goods sold. Unhealthy abroad. Several crew members buried. Bill unknown to father enclosed in his letter. Unable to find articles mentioned. Bill for blue stripe wallpaper? J.S. junior to get Trist to discharge it. Father better but not quite well. E.S. has headache. Will write to Furly & Vivian.view transcript
Seale 0267 S. Hayne to Charles Hayne No Date Shortly before 11 April 1775 HP 11 18
Letter from J.S. junior. He & sister at Mt. Boon in morning, has licence for Townstal so must be married there. Request for C.H. to come that evening. Great objections to sleeping at Mt. Boon next day. Great objections to marrying at Townstal, would prefer own church (St. Saviour's?)view transcript
Seale 0268 J. Seale junior to Mr. Harris? No Date 1775
IN last letter from Exeter J.S. junior soon quitting County upon a scheme long planned; money might have been saved. Not approved of by Mr. H? Provided by Father with "genteel" fortune. Safe arrival in London. Happiness for Sarah with her small fortune.view transcript
Seale 0269 J. Seale jnr to J. Seal snr On the same sheet as 0268 No Date 1775
NB. Part of letter upsidedownSafe arrival in Town. Rooms inconvenient. Thoughts of changing them soon. Both aware of limits of fortune Mr. Marsh's death: left all to servant. Noisy traffic. First day indoors. London very pleasant, moderately expensive, many invitations alleviate expenses, return invitations expected onlyto tea. Not moving due to nearness of friends.
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Seale 0270 J. Seale (junior) to J. Seale (senior) No Date 15 April 1775 ? Saturday Eve.
All arrived in London - Inconvenient lodging. The journey. Sister went as far as Bridport, night at excellent Harford Bridge Inn. Compliments from Sir W. & Lady Buller & Ladies, also going to London. Not been out of lodging since arrival; noisy traffic. Happy to carry out commands. Apologies no frank.view transcript
Seale 0271 Sir. Fredk. Rogers to John Seale (junior) 16 April 1775
Congratulations & best wished on marriage. Hopes to pay compliments when settled, and that J.S. senior & A.M.S. are well. Sir F.R. has gout.view transcript
Seale 0272 J. Seale (junior) to Sir Frederick Rogers Reply to 0271 April 1775
J.S. junior & Mrs. S.S. just returned from London. Thanks to Sir F. & Lady R. Hopes to entertain them when settled. Concerned about Sir.F.R's health. Father & Mother quite well.view transcript
Seale 0273 J. Seale (junior) to J. Seal (senior) 21 April 1775
Gawler very busy, unaware J.S. junior was drawing so much more money than Charles Hayne had said. Sending £250 to J.S. senior. Keeping back £50. The remaining £250 to be sent soon afterwards. This letter to be paid for.view transcript
Seale 0274 J. Seale (junior) to Mrs. A.M.Seale No Date End of April 1775
Mrs. A.M.S. should choose her silk & inform J.S. junior: who was willing to oblige especially close friends & thoses close to him. Half a sheet used. Fathers bills wrapped in that paper. Sally (Mrs. Sarah Seale?) well.view transcript
Seale 0275 J. Seale (junior) to Mrs. A.M.Seale 24 April 1774 = 1775?
Nearly completed AMS.'s commissions. Required A.M.S.'s choice of patterns enclosed. Very warm in London so may leave soon. Requires to know size of inner room for carpet & furniture needed. Eager to be of use to AMS.No patterns for Miss S. as no commission from her. Silk referred to The Fantheon & Exhibition. Information in the Chronicle. J.S. junior would like advice on housekeeping.view transcript
Seale 0276 John Seale (junior) to John Seale (senior) No date. (End of April 1775)
Account of living in Town. Pleased with Congratulations from Mr. Rogers. Complaint about lodging but staying, position good. Visits & invitations from Pleydells. Mr. Fanshawe (Mrs, F. had been out of order) Mrs, Taylor & their 'Friend in Parliament'. Pleaded engagement to invitation by Pleydell's to rout. Dinner & visit to Ranelagh. Great economy to accept invitations, very good Tavern opposite in Bond Street provided dinners. Mr. Marsh dead 3 months. Business with Gawler nearly finished. 3 bills to come.view transcript
Seale 0277 John Seal (senior) to John Seale (junior) 27 April 1775
Thanks for letter received 26 April that J.S.(junior) etc. arrived safe in Town, hope that no accident caused stopping one day. Elizabeth S. returns very late on previous Wednesday. Letter of compliments from Sir. F. Rogers enclosed. He had gout. Mrs. Arthur Holdsworth died. Mrs. A.M.S. and E.S.paying off visits intending to go to Mt. Boon with J.S.Senior probably the week after next one.view transcript
Seale 0278 A.M.Seale to John Seale (junior) 29 Apr 1775?
Father busy so Mrs. A.M.S. wrote letter to acknowledge receipt of bills. Intention to set off the next Monday or Tuesday to Mt. Boone. A book wanted:- A Thousand notable Things concerning modern Curiosities.view transcript
Seale 0279 J. Seale (senior) to J. Seal (junior) 1 May 1775
Letter etc. arrived previous Saturday, acknowledged by A.M.S. J.S. junior to ask late Mr. Marsh's servant to repay £4 or £5 belonging to J.S. senior, also to pay Mr. Ratcliff of 6 Clerks Office the debt concerning Compton Estate and Thomas Seale's debt due to Mr. Ward. Intend to go Mt. Boon the following Wednesday or Thursday.view transcript
Seale 0280 J. Seale (junior) to Mr. Harris? 3 May 1775
Offer of service in Town. Friends, visits & engagements crowd in so letters are late. Very soon to quit the County upon a long thought of scheme. Situation not agreeable, continious rumbling of carriages, but near friends so staying for the short remainder of stay. Town very agreeable, moderately expensive. Invitations alleviate expense. Numerous ammusements which crowds attend. Magnificent dresses. No difference between hairdressers & the Duke except for stain on his breast. Many have no business here except to spend which Mr. H? condemmed. J.S. junior would not exceed allotted sum.view transcript
Seale 0281 J. Seale (Jnr) to J. Seale (Snr) No date On the back of a draft dated 3 May 1775
Great pleasure seeing contents, delay not due to neglect. Dined with 'him'(?) previous day at his Table. 'He''s exceeded by few'. Evening to Bach's Concert. Mr. Fanshawe gave his own ticket to J.S. junior, dining with him second time next day. Adequate return not possible. Hope to be at Mt. Boon Saturday of the next week. Presume Mr. H. has no instructions for case for counsel..view transcript
Seale 0283 Rough Draft written by J. Seale (junior) April - May 1775
J.S. junior in London a fortnight. Hope to return to the country the next week; also hope to hear that Mr?. & Mrs. Harris & Miss Woodley are well. Will not fail to be serviceable to Mr. H? while in London. J.S. senior has written to Mr. H.? To prepare a case relating to The Quay to give to Mr. Mansfield.view transcript
Seale 0284 M. Smith's Carpet. Bedding and Upholstery Warehouse 1775?
M. Smith's Carpet.Bedding and Upholstery Warehouse
No. 282 The Corner of Great Turn-Stile, Holborn
Advertisement.: Sale of Blankets, Carpets, Feather-beds, Matresses, Quilts, Counter panes, Bed Ticks, Rugs, Coverlids.
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Seale 0285 J. Seal jnr to Sir F. Rogers & Lady Rogers 18 May 1775
2 copies one rather longer than the other. Mr. J.S. and Mrs. J.S. returned 18 May from London and were happy to receive Sir. F.R. & Lady R. as soon as they were settled. Concerned to hear of Sir. F.R's indisposition.view transcript
Seale 0286 M. Hayne to Charles Hayne 21 May 1775 Sunday HP II 15
The horrid smoke of Dartmouth with old Mrs. Hayne(?) M.H. & Mary Creed left Bath 19 May, very comfortable & laughable journey. Hopes C.H. had pleasant drive to London. Expecting letter about a Masquerade. Mr. Seale to write by next post. Enquiry after Miss L.view transcript
Seale 0287 J. Seale to Mr. Harris? 21 July (1775)
Settled in a small house from 12 July for 2 months. Invitation not to be repeated till after the Assiizes Dispute between Lord Clifford & Mr. Praed about building a Quay at Teignmouth to be decided before the very similar dispute of Mr. S, so giving more time for preparation. Correspondent has many Royal sheets to finish.view transcript
Seale 0288 J. Seale to John Fanshawe No Date late July or early August 1775
J.S. arrived at Teignmouth from Mt. Boon. Mr. Chas.the Counsellor at Exeter, said J.F.had left Town for the season; very warm. Many from Bath etc. at Teignmouth Dispute with America. A Mr. Charming and family from London's property in Carollina: no remittance from there; papers were unreliable; and reports, cider for J.F. sent by Cole to be delivered at Hays Warf.view transcript
Seale 0289 J. Fanshawe to John Seale junior 9 August 1775
Thanks for Cider brought by Capt. Cole. Glad J.S. junior, J.S. & Miss Hayne are well & a plentiful harvest. The American war, the Gibralter Garrison, 5 regiments going to Boston. Great slaughter of rebels. Disgrace of General Gage, Gen. Howe to take command. Mr. Tolcher came to Town & the Duchess of Kingston. Mr. Hollis in Ormond St.view transcript
Seale 0290 J. Seale junior to Mr. Reynolds in Newpaper letter? Re. Forces in America 13 (August?) 1775
J.S. spokje to Mr. Ilbert on behalf of Mr. Abindon. Augmentation of salary might keep Mr. A. at Dartmouth. J.S. prejudiced towards Americans. Mr. Reynolds sympathetic to their cause. The late Bristish Victory very expensive, little result, many men lost. Continent almost impossible to subdue. General Gage expected to be recalled. Authorities dissatisfield with him.view transcript
Seale 0291 Mrs. S. Seale to John Seale junior No date. After 11 April 1775 Saturday 5 o'clock
Intended sending John to J.S. that evening but waited for post. Miss Mercer & Mervin bringing to J.S. good news of Sarah S's health. 2 unpaid bills enclosed.view transcript
Seale 0292 J. Seale Jnr to J. Seale Snr Revival of Norton Fair October 1775
Notice that Norton Fair is to be revived 23 October. Assistance needed. Peter to go to Cornworthy & elsewhere to encourage tenants to attend & buy or sell cattle. Criers to announce it. J.S. junior sent advertisement to the Sherborne Mercury. Breeches to be wrestled for. First told to get everything needed. Peter to give Criss??? Elizabeth Seale to join J.S. senior soon. Letter received from W. Cholwich.view transcript
Seale 0293 A. Taylor to John Seale 21 Oct. 1775
Concerned that J.S. was unwell on leaving Exeter. Salutary effects of drinking the Waters of Bath. A.T. to set out for London 28 October.view transcript
Seale 0294 Elizabeth Seale to John Seale Jnr No Date Sunday Even. 1775?
Requested by father to write & enclose his letter. North Bowring just arrived with news that J.S. is well. E.S. etc. all unwell particularly A.M.Seale. J.S. senior wrote to Mr. Harris, E.S. has strong objections to J.S. taking Dunning House by Ashburton. Mrs. A.M.Seale requires Almanac for 1776. Has Trist been written to.?Seale 0295 Mrs. S. Seale to C. Hayne No date Tuesday 1775? H.P.II 19
Will visit C.H. as soon as possible. C.H. not to tell J.S. junior that S.S. had told his plans to C.H. Hopes to have home of her own. S.S. would always respect J.S.'s relations Sir F.Rogers & Lady R. & Miss Vincent that morning. Mr. & Mrs. Booth spent afternoon previous Wednesday with J.S. C.H. to say nothing about S.S.borrowing money to J.S. Monday took ride to Oldstone, met Jenny & Stephen Adams.view transcript
Seale 0296 J. Fanshawe to (John Seale) Terms for Americans 11 Nov. 1775
Something enclosed to go on Aunt's account. Sorry Mrs. J. Seale is not well. Violent colds very common in London. Possible political changes. Duke of Grafton already turned out. Moderate terms for Americans. Too much armament. Congress insincere. People hopeful. Obliged to Aunt for offer of flowers. Hope she will receive apples & pears etc.view transcript
Seale 0297 Mary Hays to Charles Hayne 15 Nov. 1775 HP II 135
In spite of much persuasion, unable to alter her brother opinion concerning her nieces marriage, but will continue her attempts.view transcript
Seale 0298 Mrs. N.Hays to Charles Haynes 30 Nov. 1775 HP II 32
Her husband proposes 100 guineas pin money & if no son ??? jointure. Mr. Haye's children ill. Mr. H. gone to consult lawyer. Mrs. H. not commissioned to write only to give C.H. pleasure. Mr. H. much affected at parting with his daughter. He has given her leave to write to C.H.view transcript
Seale 0299 Louisa Hays to Charles Hayne No date (1775) HP II 34
Louisa's father consents to match if C.H. agrees to proposal.view transcript
Seale 0300 B.Hays to Charles Hayne 1 Dec. 1775 H.P.II 31
Values of Charles Hayne's estate, & annuity to B.Hays advancement to his daughter while C.H. will convey estate to trustees to secure Pin money to B.Hay's daughter & plans for future for widow(?) and children(?) & amount for C.Hayne if no children.view transcript
Seale 0301 Mrs. Hays to Charles Hayne No date Dec. 1775 H.P. 2
If C.H. disapproves of any of the propsals he is asked to write his objections to Mr. Hays and to thank him for his consent, & likewise to Louise. Mrs. Hays has been very uneasy.view transcript
Seale 0302 B.Hays to Charles Hayne 14 Dec. 1775 HP
Terms for a marriage settlement for B.Hay's daughter!view transcript
Seale 0303 John Seale ( junior) to John Seale (senior) 19 Dec. 1775 Monday
Sorry J.Senior has bad cold. J.S. junior at Ashburton previous week, family still there. Mr. Harris should be with J.S. senior soon after Xmas. Would J.S. senior ask him to bring £200. J.S. junior would accept debt..(Later) J.S. jun. Been to Ashburton, saw & liked Bagtor House. Desired Mr. H. to ask Mr. D. for particulars.view transcript
Seale 0304 Richard Harris to John Seale Jnr 22 Dec. 1775
Mr. Savery promised Mr. Dunning he would talk to Leaman (who had seen Bagtor) but probably would not take it but desired Mr. Savery to call on him beginning of next week.view transcript
Seale 0305 John Seale senior to John Seale Junior 24 Dec. 1775/6
J.S. (senior) & AMS sadly out of order especially A.M.S. Glad to assist, but reluctant to assist a person J.S. junior mentioned, but will not deny J.S.'s request. Does not accuse J.S. junior of extravagence but advises caution and recommends consultation with friends about house. Many ships arrived from Newfoundland & Capt. Youlden with his usual luck.view transcript
Seale 0306 John Seale junior to John Seale senior Reply to 0305 1775 / 1776
Unwilling to involve J.S. senior with J.S. junior's difficulties, concerning the house. Renting a house in Exeter much more expensive than elsewhere. Also one would have to keep up appearances there with friends about.view transcript
Seale 0307 Sarah Seale to John Seale junior 1776?
Looks forward to letter from J.S. junior. Pleasant drive round Topsham Bowling Green with Miss Penny. John brought news of Lord Ashburton's death due to an egg shell in his throat. Respects to J.S's parents & love to Fanny.Seale 0308 Sarah Seale to John Seale Jnr after April 1775 before 1777
A letter brought by a gentleman for J.S. junior forwarded as possibly important. Hopes J.S. got safely to Mt. Boon in bad weather view transcriptSeale 0309 Elizabeth Seale to John Seale Jnr No date (12 January 1776) Safe Delivery (birth)
Sad headache. Congratulations on safe delivery of Sarah Seale. Mr. Harris says J.S. junior has map. Request that it be sent by return. Have written to Mr. Vivy relating to affairs in Cornwall. view transcriptSeale 0310 J. Seale Snr. to John Seale Jnr. No Date (7 Jan 1776) Congratulations on birth
"I received your letter about 9am" etc. Congratulation on the increase of family. Mr. Harris delayed by heavy rain. view transcriptSeale 0311 Richard Harris to John Seale Jnr Jan 1776 (Friday) Much Snow
Came from Mt. Boone Saturday on horseback in bad weather. Much snow here. Chancellor Dunning snow bound at Park. Cornish journey off. Mrs. Seale & little Miss both well. view transcriptSeale 0312 J.F. Fanshawe to John Seale Jnr Jan 1776 Birth of Daughter
J.F. & Mrs. Fanshaw & daughter send congratualtions on the birth of a daughter for J.S. & S.S (Harriet (1) died in infancy)Seale 0313 Sarah Seale to John Seale Jnr Information about a House to Rent 1 Feb. 1776
Enclosed picture of house applied for, brought by Mr. Melton. Mr. Lucas would leave furniture till J.S. provide some. 2 others have applied. J.S. was first Mr. M. & Mr. L. would meet J.S. at Cas. Hegrove. S.S. now stout, able to walk with stick, with old Lady, J.S. to have sporting right's on Mr. L's royalty. S.S. had woodcock for dinner. Worry about J.S's journey to Mt. Boon. Weather very bad. view transcriptSeale 0314 John Seale Jnr to Sarah Seale No Date Probably around about Jan or Feb. 1776
Rough draft on same sheet as part of the story of the Rape of the Sabine Women. Mr. Lake fixed at Teignmouth; unable to have his company till the end of the season. Now settled at Castlegrove. S.S.'s(?) 2 months absence time to make house habitable. Mr. & Mrs. Luttrell expected on 28th, warned disorder, C.Hayne also expected. Lady Davie very ill. view transcriptSeale 0315 Sarah Seale to John Seale Jnr No Month. 15th 1776
Very recently arrived at new habitation. Pleased with situation, walked in garden with Mary. Dolly had a bad cold. House needed improvements, dirty. furniture dirty, a bad housekeeper not kept on, though honest, so Mr. Lucas had kept her. Misunderstanding with Aunt Catherine sorted out. On the back of the letter - The end of a letter of Congratulations on the wedding or Sarah & J.S. 11 April 1775. from Dr. Mervin view transcriptSeale 0316 Elizabeth Seale to John Seale Jnr. Cornish Affair mentioned no date sunday evening 1776?
Mentioned Cornish affair to Mr. L. --- parted amicably. He advised selling not leasing. Miss Hayne wrote that Mrs. J. S. was well enough to dine in the parlour. Mr. Harris expected ??? Trees not arrived. Servant Mary married. Fish to send to Mr. Cummins. AMS expecting box from London. view transcriptSeale 0317 Elizabeth Seale to John Seale Jnr Map of the Mud not found no date Friday night 12 o'clock early 1776?
Father vexed J.S. has not found Map of the Mud. Foster expected the next Sunday, map wanted then. Better enquire of Mr. Praed about it. Hope map is not lost. Trees not yet arrived view transcriptSeale 0318 J. Seale to Sir? no date 1776?
Thanks for snipes. Journey possibly delayed by weather. Hopes to be at Mt. Boone following week. Will report on affair with Corporation. Desires to know price of the stone post for gate and of drawing of a brief in their cause.Seale 0319 J. Seale to (1) ? Sir….. (11) ? Elizabeth or Charles Hayne No date 1776?
Possibly writing on reverse side refers to a different letter to second draft on the front. No knowledge of having Map. Apologies if responsible for its loss. Would write to Praed Does not consider it important. Major Brown held up by weather walks with little Harriot Ann Seale. Refers to himself as brother.Seale 0320 Elizabeth Seale to John Seale Jnr Map of the mud found no date Sunday evening1776?
Map found. Mr. Harris' fault. J.S. got the blame. Letter from Mr. Vivian who will give every assistance. Post at Tavistock frozen to death the previous week. Much snow at Cornwood & Plymouth. Little snow but severe frost at Dartmouth. Glad little Harriet had recovered. view transcriptSeale 0321 Elizabeth Seale to John Seale Jnr. 3 March 1776
No account of the Jury yet arrived: requests J.S. to call on Under Sheriff. Foster finished the map. Hope that J.S. had good journey. view transcriptSeale 0322. Frederick Rogers to John Seale Jnr. 1 May 1776
Threats of Dartmouth cause at next Assizes. Glad Mrs. S. was well enough to be at Mt. Boone. She would also be welcome at Blachford. Death of Mr. Newman - Mrs. Fanshawe sends news of family. F.R. still busy building. view transcriptSeale 0323. Mrs A.M.Seale to John Seale Jnr. 4 May 1776
Mr. Harris left 30 April, due to go to Cornwall with J.S. (junior). J.S. senior displeased at no news from family: large Bill come; Mr. Payne to be at Plympton. Mr. Harris very poorly, while staying. E.S. begs J.S. junior to call on Mr. Furly in Cornwall. view transcriptSeale 0324. E.Remon to John Seale 12 May 1776
Thanks for letter of 17 November 1775. Mrs. Marett widow of Peter Marett died the previous week. Her daughter Mrs. Le Couter asked E.R. to write to J.S. Cider scarce in England. E.R. could send it to any port in Devonshire at 2 gns. a pipe free of freight. view transcriptSeale 0325. Miss Seale Mr & Mrs. Seale to John Seale Jnr Sunday night No Date1776?
Formal Mr. & Mrs. Seale etc. prevented by Mr. and Mrs. Harris who came on Saturday. Mr. H. had been very ill but was better, he was persuaded to come to Castle Grove, but had to be in Ashburton Fair on the next Thursday invitation could be given in person. view transcriptSeale 0326. Elizabeth Seale to J. Seale Jnr 28 May 1776
Peter Gibbs setting off for Castlegrove. Father & Mother arrived previous evening. Robbins said J.S. was about to begin about the house, so uncertainty about invitation. view transcriptSeale 0327. W.M. Eales to J. Seale Jnr 4 June 1776
(Damaged) Hopes to come soon to Castlegrove; also that Mr. & Mrs. J.S. would come to the Thatched House under the Hill. Various people arriving or due in Teignmouth. Smuggling girls referred to. view transcriptSeale 0328. Mr. Beague to John Seale Jnr. No Year. 15 August (1776?)
Formal invitation to dinner on a side of Venison on 16 August. view transcriptSeale 0329. J Seale to Mr. Beague Thursday morn. Aug 1776? Reply to 0328
Mr. S. Would have gladly accepted, but had another engagement.view transcript
Seale 0330. Richard Eastcott Jnr. to John Seale 5 Sept. 1776
R.E. forgot request due to Mrs. E's illness. Hopes to get it written out before J.S.'s servant leaves Exeter or when he next comes. Glad that J.S. received piano forte safely. view transcriptSeale 0331. From J Seale 16 Oct. 1776
J.S. would have supported Mr. Cholwich if not already engaged to Mr. Baring. Glad to hear brother of ……….is better. Mrs. Fownes gives constant accounts of his progress, which is why nothing sent to Dunster Castle.Seale 0332. John Baring to John Seale 31 Oct. 1776
Election following Wednesday. Candidates agreed to vote by regular equal tullies. Best day to attend is Thursday. Hopes to be favoured with J.S.'s company. Friends at Plymouth Turnpike would attend him. view transcriptSeale 0333. Elizabeth Seale to John Seale 15 Dec. 1776
Thanks for letter & woodcocks. Capt. Luttrell very ill. His brother John not realising this, more interested in hunting at Lupton with Mr. & Mrs. Southcott. Sloop with hogshead sailed to Exeter. Many complaints about J.S.'s pointer destroyer of poultry. Ships lost. Lamen ??? was in Dartmouth about pressing for the Navy. C. Barter returned. view transcriptSeale 0334. Thomas Piper to John Seale 8 January 1777
Received letter of 15 December. Mr. Mauger had told T.P. that particulars regarding J.S.'s estate in Jersey were correct. The caluation was very high; J.S.'s houses were in a very bad state, while good houses in St. Aubin were empty & several were to be sold. Could J.S. accept terms T.P. had before proposed.Seale 0335. Thomas Pipon to John Seale 14 Feb. 1777
Received letter of 21 January. J.S. appeared unwilling to sell unless he got much more than the true value. T.P. had enough houses & gardens. One of his brothers then abroad, needed the estate, for which T.P. would pay £1500 or £1600.(more than T.P. would have paid it for himself) Guarantee needed. Several houses needed demolishing for public safety. view transcriptSeale 0336. George Robbins to John Seale Jnr Monday 17 Feb. 1777
G.R. would honour the draught. Unable to be with J.S. through being thrown from his horse, unable to put on his shoe, but hopes to that week. He had seen Carter & Northcott who said the Good(?) should be finished in a fortnight at most. Mr. F. Eastman would be all completed that week.Seale 0338 John Seale senior to John Seale junior No Date Tuesday Evening February 1777? Trial with Corporation, Gov.very ill
Congratuations on birth of child. Letter from Mr. Harris to say trial with Corporation to come on next assizes. The Governor very ill, attended by Dr. Glass & another physician. Little hope of recovery. view transcriptSeale 0339. Rev. Thomas Baker to J. Seale 23 Feb. 1777
Accusation by Mrs. Cock that the Officer of Excise ransacked her house, when examined by Mr. Bulteel & T.B. was entirely groundless. Her offence was proved that she pretended that the Spirits belonged to the lodger, but only a part did. Her information about J.S.'s letter to T.B. was untrue etc. view transcriptSeale 0340. P. Mauger to John Seale 25 Feb. 1777 Jersey Estate
Mr. Pipon will have nothing to do with the arrears. If J.S. disposes of his estate in Jersey, he would give Mr. P. possession from Christmas last for ever but J.S. would keep arrears of rent. Mr. P. does this for his absent brother. view transcriptSeale 0341. Thomas Pipon to John Seale 22 April 1777 Jersey Estate
T.P.'s brother hoped all was settled concerning J.S.'s estate in Jersey, so that his brother would return to England sooner. T.P. had agreed to J.S. proposal of 21 January Mr. Mauger defers passing necessary deeds etc. till he gets papers from J.S. view transcriptSeale 0342. Elizabeth Seale to John Seale Junior 27 April 1777
J.S. senior received letter & bill from J.S. (junior) & cucumber. Mr. & Mrs. Southcott came but had to return to Buckland on the Friday on Business. They hoped to come again soon. view transcriptSeale 0343. J. Seale to Peter Mauger 29 April 1777 Jersey Estate
Request that P.M. would call in the arrears of rents remaining due to the Jersey estate before the estate is sold. Letter from Mr. T.Pipon saying he agreed to J.S.'s propsal. J.S. would be glad to know how the Purchase money is to be paid. view transcriptSeale 0344 Thomas Pipon to John Seale 3 May 1777 Jersey Estate
According to Mr. Mauger's letter it appeared that J.S. had misconstrued something T.P. had written in his letter of 9 April, quite unintentionably. It would not make any difference to J.S. when he receives the arrears of rents. view transcriptSeale 0345 J. Seale to Thomas Pipon 1st draft 13 May 1777 Jersey Estate
It appears from letter of 3 May that T.P. agreed to pay £1700 for the estate as agreed. In letter of February T.P. seemed dissatisfield at the price so J.S. had deferred answering till he heard from Mr. Mauger concerning the arrears etc. view transcriptSeale 0346 J. Seale to Thomas Pipon 2nd draft 13 May 1777 Jersey Estate
As above. Nothing received from Mr. Mauger T.P. to ask Mr. Mauger to draw an abstract of the writing necessary to convey the Estate etc. & to call in the arrears as fast as possible. Compliments to Pipon family. view transcriptSeale 0347 P. Mauger to John Seale 13 May 1777 Jersey Estate
Everything settled P.M. assumed to J.S.'s satisfaction. Mr.Pipon desires estate made over to him for rent. A reliable person assures P.M. that £1700 would be paid within 6 months after passing the contract. The arrears would be secured to J.S. by a clause in the contract etc.view transcript
Seale 0348. J. Seale to P. Mauger Reply to 0347 May 1777 Jersey Estate
J.S. does not doubt the disposal of estate would be punctually observed, but forsees more trouble. Usual for purchaser to pay the whole sum at the signing of contract. T.P. mentioned paying part later. All the arrears should be secured before the estate is sold - just received T.P.'s letter of 20 May.view transcript
Seale 0349 Thomas Pipon to John Seale 20 May 1777 Jersey Estate
Mr. Mauger informed T.P. that J.S. desired more particulars to be settled. P.M. was satisfield that £1700 would be paid punctually & arrears settled. No need for apprehensions.view transcript
Seale 0350 Elizabeth Seale to John Seale 23 May 1777
Mrs. Fownes said J.S. & all were well. No more heard from Mr. Harris. Rule of Court Enlarged till third day of the next term. Governor said to be dead. Mr. Luttrell expected. Surprise application by Mr. Southcott. Freeman to be elected. Capt. Vincent returned from Bristol. Mrs. Fownes' brother to marry the grand-daughter of late Bishop of Bath & Wells. Old Mr. & Mrs. Seale consent to inoculation. view transcriptSeale 0351 Elizabeth Seale to John Seale 8 June 1777
Glad to hear J.S. & family were well. Suppose inoculation of little girl is postponed. Concerning law suit about fishing rights at Dartmouth, motion postponed till 6 June. Consultation had been made. Questions entered very fully by Mr. Mansfield. 2 Judges present. Mr. Rogers sent for to Sir Fredrick dangerously ill at Bath. Capt. Vincent sailed previous Friday. Mr. Harris has gout. view transcriptSeale 0352 Elizabeth Seale to John Seale junior 19 June 1777 Death of Sir Frederick Rogers. Fishing Rights
Death of Sir Fredrick Rogers. Letter just received from C. Fanshawe with congratulation for winning the law suit against the Corporation concerning fishing rights at Dartmouth. E.S. recommended Black or Grey silk with plain linen view transcriptSeale 0353 E.Remon junior to John Seale (senior) 24 June 1777 Jersey Estate
Previous winter E.R's brother captured by American privateer, prisoner for a month, retaken in his own ship by H.M.S. Phoenix, home via New York. He & E.R. willing to buy J.S.'s estate in Jersey under proposed conditions. Mr. T.Pipon also applied for his brother in W.Indies. E.R. particularly wanted one field near father's home. view transcriptSeale 0355 J. Seale senior to P. Mauger senior 15 July 1777 Jersey Estate
Mr. Pipon refuses to buy J.S.'s estate in Jersey. Instead he wishes the estate transferred to him for rent so as to avoid trouble from J.S.'s relatives. J.S. denies that there would be any trouble whatever method is decided upon. When all is agreed P,M's is to Amen The Deeds of Transfer & send to J.S. view transcriptSeale 0356 J. Seale (senior) to J. Seale (junior) 5 July 1777
Mr. Harris' advice received & understood. Uncertain about going to assizes. Letter from Mr. Mauger. Weather not good.Instructions about sending goods. view transcriptSeale 0357 J Seale (junior) to J. Seale (senior) Answer to 0356 5 July 1777
Goblets not arrived at Taunton. Burrows to send them on to Exeter. Weather settled: the hay harvest.view transcript
Seale 0358 Elizabeth Seale to John Seale junior 4 August 1777 Counsel for J.S. against Corporation.
E.S. & family still at Exeter. J .S. (senior) has Gout, swollen foot. Intended leaving next Wednesday if fit. E.S. letter enquiring about Counsel for J.S. against Corporation. Prideaux retained Mansfield Buller to check before being retained by J.S. Hope J. junior approves. To be kept secret. view transcriptSeale 0359 P. Mauger (senior) to John Seale(Senior) 7 Aug 1777 Transfer of Estate Form of Power of Attorney included.
.M. in accordance with agreement has transferred all J.S.'s estate in Jersey to Thomas Pipon son of Thomas, attorney to his brother Charles etc. and by another deed sold to Thomas Pipon son of Joshua for £1700 etc. Mrs. Seale is to send Peter Mauger junior a power of attorney, so he may take over some of the duties P.M. senior, who has ill health, would have done. view transcriptSeale 0360 J. Seale senior to Mr. Mauger 20 Aug. 1777 Jersey Estate
Receipt of favour enclosing bill of Exchange from Mr. Pipon for £1000 which will go in part of the purchase money Mr. Pipon has agreed to give for J.S.'s estate in Jersey. AMS to sign the Power of Attorney form.. view transcript
Seale 0361 Rev. C. Barter to John Seale 1777 Tomb for John Seale Snr
C.B. does not think a faculty is required for building a tomb. The parish priest decides there is a fee for breaking the ground. No room in Communion Space due to Harris Tomb. Only place available is under Mrs. Wakenham,s ??? & south side of Kendell's. view transcriptSeale 0362 Revd. Hutchings John Seale 11 Sept. 1777
Condolences on death of John Seale senior. view transcriptSeale 0363 J. Seale to Rev. J. Hutchings 16 Sept. 1777
Thanks for Mr. Hutchings great concern AMS, Elizabeth Seale & Sarah Seale as well as may be expected. Compliments to Mrs. Hutchings.view transcript
Seale 0364 John Henry Southcote to John Seale October 1777
Mr. Badcock of Taunton broke his leg at Mr. Southcote's the previous day. Mr. Patch from Exeter satisfield with Mr. B's condition. John Seale told that his friends would be welcome at Mr. Southcote's house. view transcriptSeale 0365 Peter Gibbs to John Seale 9 Nov. 1777
Matthew Peek, evidently a tenant farmer will not accept J.S.'s terms. He suggests various modifications. view transcriptSeale 0366 J. Seale to Peter Gibbs Reply to 0365 13 Nov. 1777
P.G. to set the estate to Peek, he finding reed & 'sparrows' etc. according to the agreement, if he does not agree then J.S. will hear no more of him. PG is, in this situation, to look after the estate but not to lime it.view transcript
Seale 0367 C. Fanshawe to John Seale11 Nov. 1777 (with reply) Capt.Tollemache killed in duel
Damaged letters:- Concern for AMS & family after death of J.S.senior. Capt. Tollemache of the Navy who married Lady Bridget Henley killed in duel with Pennington of the Guards in New York. TS brother killed in HMS Repulse. One of P's brothers was killed in a duel a year ago. CF & his mother look forward to seeing J.S. etc. in Plymouth. view transcriptSeale 0368 Elizabeth Seale to John Seale 30 Nov. 1777 Mrs.Harris's broken leg
Much better & ready to leave off physic. Mrs. Harris en route to Nethway broke 2 bones in her leg. Mr. Wolcot set it. Mrs. H. very old. Mr. H. left on business. Miss Caty to come Tuesday, 2 people needed to sit up every night. AMS very poorly, but better. E.S. had a very bad cold but better. Peter Gibbs confined to his bed. view transcriptSeale 0369 T. Wood to John Seale 2 Dec. 1777 Wager
Mr. Newton & T.W. lost bet of a Rump of Beef & Dozen (of Claret) to Bill Walker etc. at Vine Tavern, Tiverton. Mr. Seale invited to join party, & Mrs. Seale to dine with T.W.'s sister otherwise. Mr. & Mrs. Seale to dinner on the Saturday. view transcriptSeale 0370 Peter Mauger (attorney) to John Seale Jnr 13 Dec. 1777 Jersey Estate, A.M.S to sign Power of Attorney
Condolences on death of John Seale senior. P.M's father transferred old J.S's estate in Jersey to Thos. Pipon; who gave a bill of exchange of £1000 in part payment, sent on to J.S. senior & Power of Attorney not yet executed. A.M.S. must sign it. P.M. junior requires Power of Attorney. view transcriptSeale 0371 Thomas Derby to J. Seale 28 Feb. 1777 Stray Dog Found
Stray setter or Pointer with collar marked J.Seal Esq. Mt. Boon appeared at T.D.'s house. Unable to trace owner. Heard of J.S. when at Walronds at Bradfield. Asks for reply.Seale 0372 Edwd. Blackmore to Mr. Harris (Attorney at Law) 14 March 1778 Yellands Estate
No answer received about Yellands Estate. £8 or upwards due to Mr. & Mrs. Seale for arrears of tin dues - Mr. Polkinhorne refused to take up account from old Mr. Phillipps. view transcriptSeale 0373 A.M.Seale to Mr. Robbins 14 May 1778(?) (not 1776) Rough draft on the back of Royal Menu.
Received bill from Mr. R. rather confused about it. AMS sends a bill for £80.view transcript
Seale 0374 Notes by J Seale Jnr. written on the royal menu 1778 New Quay Beneficial.
Peter Hawkins, John Hanover, John Hawkins, Henry Smith & Henry Treby, old boatmen found the new quay beneficial.view transcript
Seale 0375. J. Seale to Rev. Mr. Price 1 June 1778 Mr Pippin's Hounds
Mr. Pippin gave J.S. the remainder of his hounds, one of which called Pratler was given to Mr. Price. It is at J.S.'s house. J.S. asks if Pratler should go to Mr. Price or stay with J.S.Seale 0376. Rev. Mr. C Barter to John Seale 13 July 1778 Townstall Estate
That morning Rev. B. talked to Mrs. Garland about her selling Townstall Estate. She had no inclination to sell, nor the right to sell her son's position. Mr. Harris' high opinion of J.S. Mr. Eveleigh very dependable. Messrs Luttrell and Hayne would agree. view transcriptSeale 0377 Geo. Eveleigh to John Seale 13 July 1778 enclosed with 0376
Enclosed by Mr. Barter. Mr. E. solicits the favour of J.S.'s Business. view transcriptSeale 0378 J. Seale to Mr. C. Barter 13 July 1778 reply
Messenger to be dispatched at once with thanks to Mr. Barter, but not yet ready to accept Mr. E.S. offer. Requests to deliver the enclosed to Mr. E. (see next entry)view transcript
Seale 0379 J. Seale to Mr. Evelin 13 July 1778 reply to 0377
Thanks to Mr. E. but not yet ready to accept his offerview transcript
Seale 0380 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale About 15 July 1778 Friday afternoon
AMS sorry to hear S.S. so ill, hopes to go to her that evening or next morning or have her to stay. Kitt & Mrs. Ford brought letter from S.S. who seems better, no alarming circumstances. Hopes J.S. received box & key. Betsy gone to call on Aunt Catherine; Mr. Harris ill. Mr. CF at Castle. AMS to go soon to Castle Grove. Asks for £25 or £50 till she gets money from Seanes bill to pay Robbins and Mercers. Compliments to Mrs.Harris and Kitty. Stockings sent view transcriptSeale 0381 J. Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale 19 July 1778
Silk stockings arrived safely. 4 Bills of £10 each sent; more to follow when available; J.S. highly obliged by AMS's commands. Mr. C..Fanshawe called previous day, gone to Plymouth but returning the next day.view transcript
Seale 0382 Mr. Luttrell to John Seale 14 July? 1778
Disappointed not seeing Mr. Seale. Mr. L. would write soon from Nethway. view transcriptSeale 0383 J. Seale to H.F.Luttrell 19 July 1778 Luttrell Debt
On death of Mr. Harris, J.S. is legally entitled to the disposal of his affairs. H.F.L. appears to be in debt to Mr. H. J.S. will observe the greatest secrecy and wait till he sees H.F.L. view transcriptSeale 0384 Tho. Taylor to John Seale 20 July 1778
Mr. Abraham brought J.S.'s message, hopes to wait on J.S. when available. Condolences to Mrs. Harris & Mr. J.S. Woodley on the death of Mr. Harris. Compliments to Mr. Fanshawe. view transcriptSeale 0385 H. Fownes Luttrell to J. Seale 21 July 1778 Debt due to late Mr Harris
H.F.L. ready to attend 'Little Madam' whenever convenient to J.S. Considerable debt due to late Mr. Harris. Compliments to Mrs. Harris. view transcriptSeale 0386 Henry Nosworthy to John Seale 4 Aug. 1778 Payment of a Debt
H.N's brother's debt to Mr. Harris. Presumes his brother's letter has informed J.S. that H.N. has the money, so H.N. request an interview with J.S. view transcriptSeale 0387 J. Seale to Mr. H. Nosworthy 15 Aug. 1778 reply to 0386
Ready to see H.N. when J.S. is in his part of the country view transcriptSeale 0388 Edward Holwell Drake to Seale Esq 8 Aug. 1778 Request for Deed of Trust
Request a Deed of his, in the custody of Mr. Harris, dated 1718 between Giles Risdon & Edward Holwell, grandfather of EHD. view transcriptSeale 0389 Beavis Wood to Mr. Harris (Attorney at Law) 8 Aug.1778
Bringing memorandum on houses on Barns Hill, Tiverton when at the assizes. Presumes Hawke the Tenant will see J.S. then. view transcriptSeale 0390 J. Seale to Beavis Wood 14 Aug. 1778
Saw B.W. at Tiverton. J.S. promised to see houses when he had time view transcriptSeale 0391 Fanshawe to J Seale Aug 1778 Invitation
Invitation for J S to visit J F in Epsom while staying in London view transcriptSeale 0392 Edward Holwell Drake to Seale Esq.4 Sept. 1778 2nd Request for Deed (see 0388)
Presumed former letter (of 8 August) has miscarried, request deed (as above). view transcriptSeale 0393 J. Seale to E.Holwell Drake 9 Sept. 1778 Deed not Found
J.S. received both letters, but delayed answering, being in London. Deed not yet found. J.S. knew of an affair unsettled between Mr. Risdon & Mr. Harris in his life time. Questions why E.H.D. had not demanded this deed before. view transcriptSeale 0394 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 6 Sept. 1778
A.M.S. forwarding letters: New huntsman arrived, gone to see dogs. C. Fanshawe returned from Plymouth. C.F., E.S., and Mrs. F. senior send love. view transcriptSeale 0395 J. Seale to A.M.Seale 9 Sept. 1778 Reply
AMS's letter with enclosed received 8 September at Bampton before J.S. left. Mr. & Mrs. Fawnes to be at home following Friday. Much work at Ashburton. J.S. had intended huntsman to go to Bampton before Mt. Boone. Hopes AMS has partridges & hares. Peter Gibbs to feed dogs & horses. Begs AMS to get Livery for huntsman. A very good setter coming. view transcriptSeale 0396 J.H. Southcott to John Seale 6 Sept. 1778
J.S. would have heard from J.H.S. soon after they parted at Exeter if J.H.S. had received Mr. Bastard's answer. J.H.S. requests £2000 or £2500 within 6 months. J.H.S. put net across the Bay at Warfleet that week. view transcriptSeale 0397 J. Seale to J.H.Southcott 9 Sept,.1778 Reply
With sum already due J.S. could make up sum of £2500 or £3000 on Land Security at 4%. J.S. had a large sum to pay due to a recent purchase. view transcriptSeale 0398 Sir Bourchier Wrey to John Seale 15 Sept. 1778
Proposed being in Ashburton latter end of September so could receive "my Old etc Counterpart!" of letters etc. from J.S. & settling money matters. Remembrance to poor Mrs. Harris. view transcriptSeale 0399 J. Seale to The Hon. Sir B. Wray Bart. 21 Sept. 1778
Stay at Ashburton very unsettled. Suggest Sir B.W. gets in touch nearer the time of his visit there. view transcriptSeale 0400 John Gennys to John Seale 29 Sept. 1778 John Gennys's Debt
J.G. had intended remitting £600 but had to buy a house etc. in Plymouth. Hopes his bond to Mr. Harris can be dispensed with. J.G's property almost entirely Land, he hopes this debt will be kept a profound secret. view transcriptSeale 0401 R. Prideaux to John Seale 13 Oct1778
Doctor Birdwood said Mrs. R. Prideaux very ill and almost helpless. view transcriptSeale 0402 J. Seale to Mr. R. Prideaux Reply to 0401 Expecting Heir Oct 1778
Hopes the doctor can cure Mrs. R.P. Had hoped to see R.P. at Mt. Boone to discuss J.S.'s debts. J.S. had written to Mr. Gennys to say it would force J.S. to borrow. So he suggested Mr. R.P. might meet Mr. Gennys to discuss bad debts, otherwise let the affair rest if unable to leave Mrs. R.P. Mr & Mrs. J.S. expecting (the birth) of a son. view transcriptSeale 0403 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 16 Oct 1778
Receipt for £100. Glad to hear by Edward, J.S. got to Newton safely. One horse heavy & dull, the other had to draw the carriage by himself. Barron would exchange horses. Hoped S.S. & the dear little maid were well. John Kelsoe brought letter & bill for £100. John Slade sent me up J.S.'s stick with Gold head blown out of Diogenes. Tea with Mrs. Pigot. view transcriptSeale 0404 J.Seale to Mr. Gennys reply to 0400 18 Oct 1778
Concern for writing about debt; no wish to embarrass Mr.G. J.S. hoped to avoid having to borrow, he suggested having a meeting. Mr G. could consult Mr. Prideaux. JS soon to be near Mr. G. but confined to Castlegrove in expectation of young gentleman (a baby?) Mr. G. congratulated on increase of family.view transcript
Seale 0405 Eliz. Fanshawe to John Seale 24 Nov. 1778
Well recovered. Hopes the approaching Crisis (for S.S.) will add to happiness. E.F. mentions their intentions of a small country purchase not far from Plymouth called Fancy, Dutch proprietor. Thanks for pippins sent on from Sir F. Rogers. Enquired about the Man J.S.mentioned . No recollection of name Luke Young. view transcriptSeale 0406 Chas. Fanshawe to John Seale 26 Nov. 1778 Nomination of Sheriffs
Paid Buckley for floorcloth. Nomination of Sheriffs. C.F. hinted to a certain officer that it would be hard for J.S. It cost the late J.S. £1500. C.F. paid 5 guineas for this. Will see Bearsworth about Title deeds. Called at Trist's, he was out so C.F. kept back letter to him. J.S. entitled to quarter the Berry Arms. Mrs. C.F. very ill, now better. C.F. to talk to Gullet at Exeter. view transcriptSeale 0407 Chas. Fanshawe to John Seale 28 Nov. 1778
C.F. had seen Mr. Beardsworth about the portion of Mr. Rayleigh's estate bought by J.S. & his claim on the title deeds:referred to Mr. Gullet. Money due 2 February 1779. C.F. proposed meeting J.S. at St. Sidwells. 3 Candidates at Callington. Milles retained for Gov. Stratton. Interests are D of Bedford, L'd Orford, Mr. Caryton. view transcriptSeale 0408 Sir F. Leman Rogers to John Seale 1 Dec. 1778
Letter from J.S. mentioning £500 to be paid F.L.R.. or Order by the Devonshire Bank. F.L.R. building etc. would be glad to have the other £400. Hopes Mrs. Seale will have a son. Asks for a promise to himself or Lady Rogers as Sponsers or any future one. Aunt well at Plymouth. At. Blachford for Christmas. view transcriptSeale 0409 J. Seale to Sir F.L.Rogers 6 Dec. 1778 Girl Born
Delay in sending whole £900. £500 bill on the Devonshire Bank & £400 with what more was due on the receipt of Rents. Mrs. Seale pretty well after birth of a Girl (Harriet) Grateful to accept the honour F.L.R. intends. view transcriptSeale 0410 Chas. Fanshawe to John Seale December 1778
Hoping for news of addition to J.S.'s family J.S. not at Exeter when C.F. arrived in hopes of an enquiry from contending parties at callington. Told wrongly Milles was retained for Mr. Stratton. Palk no interest there. Stratton recommended by Ld. Sandwich to Ld. Orford united to Duke of Bedford. Request to know acreage of J.S.'s purchase etc.Seale 0411 From J. Seale No Date Christmas 1778?
Mr. Harris intended to spend Twelfth day at Mt. Boone. J.S. came from thence the previous day. The postman would deliver "one poor bird" with this letter. Regards also to Miss Woodley. view transcriptSeale 0412 J. Seale Presumed to Mr. Goodridge. no date Christmas 1778?
Thanks for compliments & enquiries after Mrs. J. Seale's health. She and the child were pretty well. The child a happy consolation after a long illness. Best respects to Mrs. Goodridge. view transcriptSeale 0413 From J. Seale No Date Christmas 1778?
Thanks for information about House etc. Doubt if Leamon will take Estate, but J.S. does not apprehend he will take Mansion House therewith. Mrs. Seal hoped to have it. Respects to Mrs. H. & Miss C. with health & all the Mirth of the Season. view transcriptSeale 0414 J. Seale to Mrs. E. Fanshawe No date. Christmas 1778?
Arived Exeter about 8, fine Moon, family well. Sent to Thornes for Court Calendar. J.S. about to be taught Violin, required music to be sent. Guitar with Gardening Book left behind. Cake made. view transcriptSeale 0415 James Burrow to Seale Esq. 11 Jan 1779
J.S.'s servant said J.S. preferred bay to grey geldings. J.B. was going to Stanbury Fair the following Friday. Request for an answer & clever horses should be at J.B's house by the Thursday fortnight. view transcriptSeale 0416 J. Seale to H. Roope 18 Jan. 1779 Request for Loan
Need to pay large sum beginning of February. Request to borrow any sum from £500 to £3000 Security at 5%, with 30 days notice of withdrawn. view transcriptSeale 0417 J. Seale to Mr. Sparks 21 Jan. 1779 Request for Loan
Disappointed at getting less money than expected. Have a large sum to pay the beginning of Feb. Willing to take of Mr. Sparks at 5% interest & to pay at 30 days notice all or part of the sum borrowed. Hopes for any sum £500-£3000 in the course of this month. view transcriptSeale 0418 H. Spark to John Seale 24 Jan. 1779 Re. Loan
Hopes to supply J.S. with the whole sum £3,000 that month. Mr. Spark had been applied for any sum from £500 to £10,000 at 5% in hand security. view transcriptSeale 0420 E. Remon jnr. to J. Seale 27 Jan. 1779 Fitting out Two Cutters for Privateering
Letter to be sent by Mr. Dession of Dartmouth. Wrote previous July by smuggling vessel, but no reply. E.R. very involved with privateering. The privateers had good success. Fitting out 2 Cutters. Brother returning from West Indies, so E.R. would fit him out with a ship of 20 guns. Would J.S. take part in her?Inscribed:- Robert Remon Signed E Remon jnr. view transcript
Seale 0421 Henry Sparke to John Seale 29 Jan. 1779
Very sorry, unable to provide any of the sum required due to scarcity of cash. view transcriptSeale 0422 Chas. Fanshawe to John Seale 2 Feb. 1779
Conveyances of Moreleigh; £9,000 for the Mortgagees. Surplus and £500 more paid to Mr. Shapleigh. Title Deeds in C.F's custody. Other legal affairs C.F. had or would settle. J.S. asked to tell E.F. that the chairs had been bought & would be sent by the wagon. view transcriptSeale 0423 H. Fownes Luttrell to John Seale12 Feb. 1779 (inscribed) 12 March 1779
Mr. And Mrs. Luttrell unable to be at the Exeter Assizes or the Christening as Mrs. Luttrell was very slow to recover from her illness. view transcriptSeale 0424 J. Seale to H.F.Luttrell Reply Feb. 1779 Christening Postponed
Reply all crossed out. Time of Christening postponed, as it was inconvenient to Sir F.Rogers. Transferred to a future date at Mt. Boone.view transcript
Seale 0425 J. Seale to Mr. Land 12 Feb. 1779
One Phaeton horse sent for out of order; request for details by the next post. view transcriptSeale 0426 J. Seale to Mr. Burrows 12 Feb. 1779
One of the pair of horses ordered left at Exeter. Doubts about ordering pairs of horses from Mr. B. in future. view transcriptSeale 0427 J. Seale to Mr. Fanshawe Feb? 1779
1 letter to J.S. from Mr. F. came promptly, 2 others went to Portsmouth. Mr.Prideaux hoped Mr. F. would send by Mr Shapley the draft of Conveyance from mortgagees etc.& advise tenants of Moreley of landlord change. Rent asked for. view transcriptSeale 0428 Wm. Seward to Seale Esq. 13 Feb. 1779
Mr. James Carteret 2nd Lieut. of H.M.S. Britannia wished to be appointed on the Impress Service at Dartmouth. Request to know if any regulating Lieutenant is acting there. view transcriptSeale 0429 J. Seale to Wm. Seward Reply to 0428 16 Feb. 1779
Mr. Mitchel, living at Totnes, has the appointment on the Impress Service at Dartmouth. Capt. Keeler lately in command. Suggest Mr. Carteret should consult The Admiralty. view transcriptSeale 0430 J. Seale to C. Hayne Sent 14 Feb. 1779
Only 1 Phaeton horse available for C.H. Weather prevented sending it before. Parcel returned. Wishes to stock Moreley. Request for Hares. Asks if Jeff should attend to bag them. view transcriptSeale 0431 Chas Hayne to John Seale 14 Feb. 1779
Just received letter & parcel. Intends driving J.S.'s Horse with one of C.H's to church that afternoon. Welcome to Hares & to come & help George to catch them by Moonlight. Dean Hunt following Tuesday. view transcriptSeale 0432 Chas. Fanshawe to John Seale. 18 Feb. 1779 Adml Keppell's Aquiittal, Allington Petitiom, J.S.'s New Seal
C.F. unable to send draft of conveyance by Mr. Shapleigh as he had left London. C.F. would bring all deeds to Exeter at assizes. Tenants affairs best done at court just after Lady Day. Jeffrey & Jones had sent J.S.'s new seal R.F's letter, health better, well looked after at Mt. Boone, visit to Bagtor planned.Adml. Keppell's aquittal:- rejoicing, riots, many arrested but no prosecutions, outrage of Ld.North, Sir H. Pollisor & Ld. Sandwich; attack on Administration in Parliament; possible changes:- Ld. Sandwich to be replaced by Ld. Howe, Adm. Heppell or Ld.Bristol & the Lord Chancellor, de Grey to be succeeded by Mr. Dunning who would no doubt be Chief Justice of England in place of Ld. Mansfield within a year. Allington petition ended, elections void. Mr. Stratton, Ld Orford's candidate, expected to be chosen. C.F. not retained. His apologies to E.F. for not writing then. view transcriptSeale 0432a J. Seale to E.Remon 27 Feb. 1779
J.S. received letter of 27 January but not the former one mentioned. Smuggling vessel 4 precarious conveyance. Succesful privateering. Our Channel ships on defensive. Ship fitted out for E.R.'s brother. J.S. declined being a Privateer. Would E.R. check if P.Mauger had received letter. Honourable acquitted of Adam Heppel, Admiral Sir Hugh Palliser less likely to be acquitted. view transcriptSeale 0432b From J Seale 27 Feb. 1779 Aquittal of Admrl Keppel
Lost letter, Smugling Vessel & Privateers. Ship of superior force for your brother. Has Peter Mauger received letter. Acquittal of Admiral Keppel & Tryal of Sr Hugh Pallisar following a skirmish with the French. view transcriptSeale 0433 Jn. Rolle to Jn. Seale Rolle Received 21 Feb. 1779 Candidate for Exeter
Offers himself as a Candidate for the City of Exeter. Disgust at unnatural Coalition: Opposes scheme intended. Request for J.S's Vote and support. view transcriptSeale 0434 J. Seale to J. Rolle 1st Reply 26 Feb. 1779
Crossed out and not sent. Letter sent to Bampton not received till this day. If Election should be soon due to Sir C. Bampfield's vacation, J.S.'s vote invalid having not taken up Freedom. view transcriptSeale 0435 J. Seale to J. Rolle 2nd Reply 4 March 1779
Letter found on return to Castlegrove. J.S.'s vote at J.R.'s service. view transcriptSeale 0436 G. Wise to John Seale 25 Feb. 1779
Arrangements for a Meeting of the Dean Hunt. view transcriptSeale 0437 J. Brown to John Seale 27 Feb. 1779
Unable to attend concerning Execution of the Lease of the House. view transcriptSeale 0438 Jn. Tonkin to John Seale 12 March 1779
Mr. Eyre of Bodmin paid £13 - 16s on J.S.'s account. Mr. Tinkham applied for money to repay his debt £800 soon available. Mr. Tinkham would like a little time to pay view transcriptSeale 0439 J. Seale to J. Tonkin 24 March 1779 reply to0438
No wish to embarrass Mr. Tinkham although J.S. would have liked payment soon to satisfy Mr. Harris's charitable donation. Mr. Gidley's debt must be paid view transcriptSeale 0440 J. Eveleigh to The Revd. Wm. Barter 27 March 1779 Scholarships
3 Scholarships vacant at Wadham College. 3 Candidates successful: success of 4th doubtful. J.E.'s influence at W.B;s service. Enquiries at Corpus. Provost of Wadham keen to help poor clergy. view transcriptSeale 0441 J. Seale to Mr. Gullett 28 March 1779 Deeds
Mr. G. settled J.S.'s purchase with Mr. Shapley. Description of deeds required. view transcriptSeale 0442 J. Seale to Mr. Walker 28 March 1779
Apologies for resignation from Club due to distance of residence. view transcriptSeale 0443 Wm. Barter to John Seale 30 March 1779
Some success in plans for J. Ireland (at Oxford). Mr. Everleigh to be informed of J.S's resolution. Congratulations J.S. having no opposition at Totnes to Tythes of Cornworthy. Hopeful that no one would buy the living from J.S. view transcriptSeale 0444 J. Seale to W.Barter 4 April 1779 Reply to 0443
W.B.'s letter received at Newton. Opinion required on chance of success & trust to pursue; not a clergman's son. Early answer necessary. view transcriptSeale 0445 J. Seale to W.Barter April 1779
Crossed-out 2nd(?) draft. Letter received at Mt. Boon not at hand so unable to answer speed required. J.S. Assumed W.B. wished to know whether to go for appointment with good prospect of studying at Oxford or, as J.S. preferred to procure Deacon's orders & retire. view transcriptSeale 0446 Wm. Barter to John Seale 5 April 1779
Necessary to know J. Ireland's age & time of going to Oxford. Clerkship at Oriel it for a bachelor's degree for Orders; scholarship at Wadham for a fellowship & residing at Oxford for a long term with a moderate, not permanent income. Mr. Eveleigh would advise. view transcriptSeale 0447 C. Fanshawe to John Seale 9 April 1779
Describes hand-bill advertising sale of Mr. Gerry's property value c. £900. J.S.'s purchase would annul debt to Mr. F. Advises J.S. to use an unknown agent to make enquiries. Widow Veale to advise on monuments. view transcriptSeale 0448 Jn. Tonkin to John Seale 12 April 1779
Mr. T. not heard from Mr. Gidley. Agrees 29 April being the date to receive Searle's papers from J.S. S.H. Bourchier Wrey impatient to settle account. Mr. T. had explained to Sir B..H. why ….. S could not come in their neighbourhood. view transcriptSeale 0449 John Seale to J. Tonkin12 April 1779 reply to 0448
Reply : two rough drafts. Mr. T. welcome to inspect Searle's papers; not to be given up Searle till J.S. comes to Ashburton. Bonds to be delivered before imminent departures of the Fleet, Mr. Thomas to transact the affair in Newfoundland. view transcriptSeale 0450 Chr. Gullett to C. Fanshawe1 7 April 1779
Mr. Shapleigh's Conveyances. J.S. to pay C.G. £500. C.G. sold J.S. 13 Lots together. He procured £1000 for Mr. J.S. C.G. left it to C.F's and J.S's generosity about compensation. view transcriptSeale 0451 J. Seale to Chr. Gullett 16 April 1779
(2 drafts, the first one crossed out) C.F. had transmitted C.G.'s letter of 17 April. J.S. will give Drafts on the Exeter Bank, due to Mr. Shapley. J.S. asks for C.G's charge and estimate of compensation. view transcriptSeale 0452 C. Fanshawe to John Seale 18 April 1779 Purchase of Moreleigh
Received the enclosed (17 April from C.Gullet) J.S. has applied to C.F. for advice on the Purchase of Moreleigh and C.F. has acted accordingly. The other matter was quite out of C.F.'s province. view transcriptSeale 0453 J. Seale to C. Fanshawe 18 April 1779 reply to 0452
J.S. has written immediately to Mr. Gullet on receipt of C.F.'s letter. King forgot to include Act of Parliament. Hopes C.F. will receive it safely. view transcriptSeale 0454 J. Seale to Thos. Stawell 19 April 1779
Mr. Stawell seemed pleased with the house only objecting to set of Mahogony tables. List of furniture J.S. wished to dispose of enclosed. Premises rented of Mr. Lucas Grass & Potatoes mentioned. view transcriptSeale 0455 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 19 April 1779 Americans defeated at S Carolina
Glad Mrs. S.S. was better and the "little girl" is doing well with small pox. AMS poorly, trusts with Mr. Luscombe's, soon better. view transcriptSeale 0456 J. Seale to A.M.Seale Reply to letter of 19th April 1779
Concerned that AMS had to consult an apothecary. He advocates fresh air & exercise. J.S. had been at Dunster Castle for 2 days. Mr. Luttrell about to go to London to place out his son Tom. Mr. Fanshawe should have had parcel & letter but King did not take it. J.S. told R. Prideaux he was dissatisfield about debts. view transcriptSeale 0457 J. Seale to Rev. Mr. Wm. Barter 23 April1779
J.S. requires some information. Invitation to meet Mr. B. on the following Monday in Newton Abbot to eat steak with him en route to Mt. Boone.Seale 0458 J. Seale to Mr. J. Newbery28 April 1779
J.S. called on J.N. but he was out. Steward ordered to deliver receipt for money detained. It did not balance the bill. Papers sent to J.N. chiefly memos. Deeds sent with Smerdon's name with reference to Mrs. Hunnywells property. Mr. Abraham's note missing for Mr. Templar etc.Seale 0459 Chas. Hayne to John Seale 20 April 1779
£200 Bill received: difficult to negotiate. C.H. discusses horses: bridle & coach work would be ready by the middle of June. CH leaving for Devon in 3 weeks time. Saddle & bridle ordered. view transcriptSeale 0460 Ch. Gullet to John Seale 21 April 1779
A list of Deeds would be delivered "Business scarce to admit of a Bill"Mr. G.relies on J.S.'s generosity. view transcript
Seale 0461 Chas. Hayne to John Seale 24 April 1779
J.S's servant James arrival with letter. CH looking for horses, harness & saddle for J.S. & checking on the progress of J.S's coach. view transcriptSeale 0462 Chas. Hayne to John Seale 27 April 1779 Horses bought for Coach
4 horses bought for J.S. to arrive end of following week. Charles Fanshawe quitted The Temple……. Address not known. Mr. Luttrell & Tom just arrived. view transcriptSeale 0463 J. Seale to Mrs. Seale 29 April 1779
"Schedule of Deeds sent (to Mrs. Seale)" Betty Meads would deliver the letter, uncomfortable for her to remain (at Castlegrove?) Thanks for allowing her to stay so long: Distress caused. Annual payment to continue for AMS. Offer of furniture. One deed drawn by Mrs. Harris unexecuted. view transcriptSeale 0464 29 April 1779 Schedule of Deeds
Schedule of Deeds. Anna Maria Seale and St. Sidwells house. Deed concerning Mrs. Rogers & Bourain covenent; & members of the Bourain family etc. view transcriptSeale 0465 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 1st May 1779 Papers re. Bowerings LittleTenement
Betty Meade brought letter & papers re Bowerings Little Tenement. AMS much distressed. Eliz. Hekewich eager to know date of Mr. Luttrel's death. Mr. Fanshawe to examine his will. view transcriptSeale 0466 John Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale Replyto 0465 May 1779
Mr. Luttrell died 1 October 1733. Hope things arrive safely. Sorry Mr. Fanshawe is so ill. Invaders of Jersey fled on arrival of the fleet. view transcriptSeale 0467 J. Seale to Mr. Robbins 9 May 1779
J.S. disappointed of receiving some moneys he expected. More agreeable to J.S. Security very good. view transcriptSeale 0469 Thos. Rennell to John Seale 9 May 1779 Pauper needs hospital
Bearer's brother John Hole with one leg. A pauper of that parish urgently required J.S. to recommend him to a hospital. Mr. Robbins asked but he was at Exeter. Mr. Holdsworth not a subscriber. view transcriptSeale 0470 J. Seale to T. Rennell 9 May 1779 Reply to 0469
1st draft. J.S. glad to find a vacancy at the hospital but he needed to hear from the poor person first. Compliment to Mrs. R. & family. view transcriptSeale 0471 J. Seale to T. Rennell 17 May 1779 Reply amended
J.S. went to Exeter on receipt of letter. Vacancy in hospital found; recommendation sent. Security form to be signed by Mr. R. & church wardens. view transcriptSeale 0472 J. Seale to Mrs. Seale 9 May 1779
First 14 words of an otherwise unwritten letter crossed out, stating that the family were well.view transcript
Seale 0473 J. Seale to (Elizabeth Fanshawe) 9 May 1779 Needs money to pay hospital
Letters from Mr. Rennell of Stokeham about a man with leg cut off. J.S. begs Elizabeth to pay his £5 subscription to the Hospital. Mr. Remon, West India Company, selling a prize in Falmouth, he married a Miss Pipon. Jersey threatened by the French. J.S. at Holdsworth's Feast & Ball. The Fleet in Torbay. Old Mr. Luttrell's will - a copy may be ready for Mr. F. to see. view transcriptSeale 0474 Mrs. E. Fanshawe to John Seale 13 May 1779
Memo a Bill for £10. Mr. Fanshawe expected following Wednesday. News wanted about Mrs. Seale of Jersey. Thanks from AMS for pig. Mr. Fanshawe delivered seal to Mr. Hayne. view transcriptSeale 0475 J. Seale to Charles Fanshawe 28 May 1779
Intended Conveyance for the Tythes of Cornwall - opinion needed. Six Clerks office. Securing Woodleys Isle for the Church of Ashburton etc.On the back of a letter from Eliz. Fanshawe of 13 May 1779 view transcript
Seale 0476 J. Seale to Mr. J. Luttrell 24 May 1779 Mutiny on HMS Defiance
Offer of a carriage for Mr. Luttrell to attend the Exeter Races. Meeting on the Defiance - Fleet under Adm. Derby. J.S. dined with Southcote the previous day. view transcriptSeale 0477 J. Seale to Rev. Mr. Savery May 1779
Promise to help Mr. Sharp (music teacher). Deputation for a new game keeper. view transcriptSeale 0478 J. Seale to Mr. B. Wood May 1779
Rents of houses and tenants. Enquiry after age & health of Sarah Bowden. view transcriptSeale 0479 J. Seale to Rev. Mr. Savery May 1779
Little success at finding pupils for Mr. Sharp. (music teacher). view transcriptSeale 0480 John Fisher to John Seale 26 May 1779
A servant of Mr. Melton's twice taken coursing. Surveyors of Highway demand for payment. Advice about cattle breeding. The sale of cyder etc. view transcriptSeale 0481 Cr. Gullett to John Seale 27 May 1779
Receipt of bills from Mr. Matthews & a letter from Mr. Tonkin. Assumes Dartmoor plan not fixed. Gullett family holidays on Dartmoor due soon. Mr. G. at J.S.'s service after end of June (house free then). view transcriptSeale 0482 J. Seale to Mr. Gullett 6 June 1779 reply to 0481
Reply. J.S. has seen Mr. Tonkin, not pleased about disappointments: obliged at Mr. G's offer of his house, but unable to excute his intention for the season. view transcriptSeale 0483 John Mallet to John Seale 27 May 1779
Unsettled accounts between Mr. Harris and Lady Orford. view transcriptSeale 0484 J. Seale to John Mallet Reply to 0483 May 1779
Mr. Prideaux to meet Mr. Mallet about settling the accounts of Mr. Harris and Lady Orford. view transcriptSeale 0485 J. Badcock to John Seale 28 May 1779
Hogshead of Cyder sent to Exeter view transcriptSeale 0486 J. Seale to Mr. Badcock Reply to 0485 23 June 1779
Instructions about Livery required. Cyder received. view transcriptSeale 0487 Rev. S. Savery to John Seale 31 May 1779
Mr. Sharp, Violin etc. teacher, to call on Mr. Seale soon. view transcriptSeale 0488 Sir F.L. Rogers to John Seale 31 May 1779
Fox hounds and hunting. view transcriptSeale 0489 John Seale to Sir F.L. Rogers Reply to 0488 31 May 1779
Hounds not required at present. view transcriptSeale 0490 Wm. Jones to John Seale 31 May 1779
Request for help for nephew becoming a midshipman. view transcriptSeale 0491 J. Seale to Mr. Jones Reply to 0490 16 June 1779
Sir F. Rogers, Commissioner at Plymouth dead, Capt. Fanshawe away in West India Station. Governor Holdsworth might oblige. view transcriptSeale 0492 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 3 June 1779
Thanks for garden things & frames. Mr. Fanshawe just set out for London. view transcriptSeale 0493 J. Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale Reply to 0492 3 June 1779
Concern over Mrs. A.M.S's & Mrs. Fanshawe's poor health - suggests a visit to Mount Boone or Castle Grove. view transcriptSeale 0494 Charles Fanshawe to John Seale 5 June 1779 War with Spain
Mr. Newcomen, Clerk of the Dartmouth Turnpikes & Mr. Jeffery's enquiry about £100 possibly due to Mr. J. a school friend of C.F. Mr. Prideaux might know about coachman's wife's family. C.F. dined with Mr. Justice Buller.Spanish war expected. view transcript
Seale 0495 George Taylor to John Seale 10 June 1779
The difficulties Mr. T. has concerning granting "deputations" (licences to shoot game on a particular estate) view transcriptSeale 0496 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 10 June 1779
Unable to visit Castle Grove. Staying in Plymouth at that time. Ill for some time, Sister also ill. Expenses more than income. view transcriptSeale 0497 J. Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale 10 June 1779 Reply to 0496
On previous Saturday, news of Grand Fleet. Joy at possible war with Spain. Mr. Fanshawe expected to leave Town soon. view transcriptSeale 0498 John Fisher to John Seale 11 June 1779
Mr. Lucas very angry over J.S's letter, but finally consented to allow all but pigeon boxes, he & Mr. Robbins would find materials & J.S. the labour. Mr. L. thought a very extravagent bill for Pint(?). Mr. F. before telling J.S. would only pay in full for rent to the last Lady Day, Mr. L. agreed he would pay for firing pigeon box: Mr. ? a rascal for taking it away. Mr. L. promised to put Castle Grove garden in order: saying all garden ware was his to sell. Mr. F. against him cutting before there was plenty . Mr. Brown cut cucumbers & cabbages. 2 armchairs (?) carried off on Mr. L's order. Plans for cutting Little & later Great Court Green. Mr. Wood ordered 3 months imprisonment for Mr. Melton's man, his mittimus possibility of J.S. pardening him. Request for reply. view transcriptSeale 0499 J.F. Luttrell to John Seale 12 June 1779
Could not find J.S's carriage at Fozards Stables - no mention of Builder. JFL and his father returned to D.Castle 10 June. Many leaving London. Spanish War is chief topic. view transcriptSeale 0500 John Forster to John Seale 12 June 1779
Coach to be finished by 15th or 20th June view transcriptSeale 0501 J. Seale to Mr. Forster Reply to 0500 20 June 1779
1st Draft:- Mr. Fanshawe or friend of his to bring down coach. 2nd Draft:- Too late, Mr. F. already left. Need to send it by waggon if safe. To be left at London Inn, Exeter with care . Pair of Harnesses & Bill to be sent too. view transcriptSeale 0502 Hen. Tolcher to John Seale 15 June 1779
Hock not available. Madeira can be supplied. Hogshead £25 view transcriptSeale 0503 J. Seale to Mr. Tolcher Reply to 0502 15 June 1779
Whole cask to be sent by Coaster. A toast to be given to Mr. T at Mt. Boon whenever he can come there. Also order 6 doz. For Mr. C. Fanshaw at Holgate. view transcriptSeale 0504 Rob. Browne to John Seale 16 June 1779
Propagation of Pinks and their availability. Distribution restrictions etc. . Shortage of glazed frames.view transcript
Seale 0505 Sir F. Leman Rogers to John Seale 18 June 1779
J.S's chestnut ponies awaiting directions. FLR had not met with a cub fox. Invitation to go to Bodmin Races. Hunting on Dartmoor. Hopes to meet J.S. at Exeter. view transcriptSeale 0506 J. Seale to Sir F.L.Rogers 25 June 1779 Reply to 0505
Thanks for stopping the ponies. J.S. busy at hay. Happy to see Sir FLR & Lady R at Mount Boone view transcriptSeale 0507 Peter Woodley to John Seale 21 June 1779
Requires Mrs. James Perry's deeds. Mr. W. In company with Sir Bourchier Wrey. view transcriptSeale 0508 J. Seale to P. Woodley Reply to 0507 25 June 1779
Hopes Deeds will be received by the next post. view transcriptSeale 0509 C. Fanshawe to John Seale 22 June 1779 War with Spain Imminent
Mr. F. would write to Mr. Jeffrey. Mr. F's brother's Coachman business. Mr. F. took diligence with 2 ladies to Devon. Spanish war Imminent, but good effect on Britain. News of success in Virginia & The Jerseys. Six Clerks Office. view transcriptSeale 0510 Tom Jones (Inscribed Wm. Jones) to (J. Seale)24 June 1779
Although his request was not fulfilled, Mr. Jones feels himself to be under a great obligation. view transcriptSeale 0511 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 24 June 1779
AMS very poorly but now better; glad family are well. Cheap things at Chinaman's sale: hopes to visit Sister in Plymouth - town very hot. Mr. Fownes & family called previous evening. Spanish war not good. view transcriptSeale 0512 John Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale Reply to 0511 9 July 1779
Mrs. Harris & Miss C. returned to Ashburton. Persuaded by Mrs. Fanshawe to go to Plymouth. J.S. grateful to them. Need to fix date for Christening. Very fine Fleet in the Bay. J.S. hired boat to view ships. Illness in the town. view transcriptSeale 0513 Tho. Tonkin to Roger Prideaux Atty at Law 28 June 1779
Mr. Worth required abstract of Mr. Tinkam's title under the will of late A. Tinkam; having failed to advise Mr. Tonkin if he should proceed with it. view transcriptSeale 0514 J. Seale to (Mr. Tonkin) Reply to 0513 1 July 1779
J.S. not found copy of Will. Information (needed before ????? the mortgage) overdue. Mr. Worth to take J.S.'s personal security for the sum required. Mr. Guller very negligent, no acknowlegement of receipt of money. Sir B. Wrey's Bond mislaid. view transcriptSeale 0515 John Mallet to John Seale 6 July 1779
Lady Orford's accounts & the late Mr. Harris. No answer to last letter. view transcriptSeale 0516 J. Seale John to Mallet Reply to 0515 6 July 1779
Letter of June 27th was answered. Mr. Prideaux was to meet Mr. M. Wednesday 21st, not suitable due to Assizes week. view transcriptSeale 0517 John Fisher to John Seale11 July 1779
Hay at Bampton collected & thatched, no rain. Plans for the "arter grass" at the Mont & Grove, greatly overstocked with sheep unable to get rid of them: offers to get some for winter grazing. Hopeful for many partridges & hares at Castle Grove. Request for J.S. to oppoint someone else to deal with Mr. Lucas . enrages when Mr. F. offered him J.S.'s money, said he had a servant to deal with his business. Mr. C. said Milton did not like working with him & he could not get labourers because they did not get their wages. He hopes J.S. had received the receipt. 3 fine "mellons" & some spay cocks were due in 10 - 14 days. view transcriptSeale 0518 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale18 July 1779
AMS much out of order in Plymouth, rather better but unable to come to the Christening or Assizes. C.F. left 17 July to attend. Not back till after circuit. Frequent reports of Invasion. Very hot weather. view transcriptSeale 0519 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 27 July 1779
Thanks for fruit: C.Fanshawe just left for Cornwall. Fire in bake house, much bread for Fleet burnt. E.F. very ill, now much better. Fire in dockyard paint shop soon extinguished. Fleet still nearby. Fear of another Keppell affair. view transcriptSeale 0520 J. Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale Reply to 0519 27 July 1779
Very agreeable week in Exeter. Mr. Holdsworth would have made a very good assize if not very Imprudent & disagreeable to J.S. Polite to treat S.S. etc for week too much for J.S. 2 horses not sold. Interview with C.F. about carrying children to church. Visit to Mrs. Harris & Miss C. Oxford Paper in Box lost. Betty Pearse very ill. view transcriptSeale 0521 Mr. & Mrs. Luttrell to Mr. & Mrs. Seale 27 July 1779
Sending haunch of Venison view transcriptSeale 0521a Mr. & Mrs. Seale to Mr. & Mrs. Luttrell Rply to 0521 27 July 1779
Thanks - come & share it next Thursday. view transcriptSeale 0522 John Forster to John Seale 27 July 1779
Coach & Harness sent by Exeter waggon on 26 July. Waggoner late. Bill enclosed. Buckles & Straps of Mr. Hayne's Phoeton in pocket of coach. view transcriptSeale 0523 J.Seale to J. Forster 13 Aug. 1779
Coach damaged & left at Dorchester. Wheels seized up. Waggoner answerable if damaged on the road. view transcriptSeale 0524 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 3 Aug. 1779
Thanks for fruit. Betty Meade's aunt ill, so had to leave service. B.M's sister Mrs. Morgan could look after her. A.M.S. under Mr. Young's care while in Plymouth. S.S. forgot request for mint water & a little elder & Rosewater. view transcriptSeale 0525 P. Woodley to John Seale 3 Aug. 1779
P.W. heard from brother. Mrs.Perry's Deeds were safe at Ashburton. Thanks for marriage advice. Lady's disposition good; her modest fortune but good prospects, if careful, should cover P.W.'s debts in 5 or 6 years. P.W. would follow J.S's advice about settlement. Hoped to be in Devon in 3 weeks to a month, would then consult Uncle Abraham.. view transcriptSeale 0526 J. Seale to Mr. Iliff Proprietor of waggons 8 Aug. 1779
Coach built for J.S. by Forster of Piccadilly, sent down by Exeter waggon on 26 July: servant & horses waiting: apparently damaged & left at Dorchester. Hopes of compensation. view transcriptSeale 0527 Wm. Iliff to John Seale Reply to 0527 10 Aug. 1779
No evidence of damage to coach at Dorchester. Delay due to a horse dying. Mr. I. Would order it to be sent down by first waggon available. view transcriptSeale 0528 John Forster to John Seale 16 Aug. 1779
Great surprise at non-delivery of coach to the London Inn, Exeter & the damage done to it. A careless insolent waggoner leaving it at Dorchester. Carriages often sent behind waggons like those sent to Mr. Ready of Gloucester, Lady Clifford of Bath & Lady Bickerton of Uswood Hunts. view transcriptSeale 0529 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 21 Aug. 1779
S.S. & family arrived safely. AMS puts off visit to Castle Grove due to illness. Betsy ill, so she refused invitation to Blachford. C. Fanshawe fatigued off his legs: Enemy Fleet sometimes in sight. The armed Militia to bring up The Prisoners. Very uneasy about safety of Dartmouth. view transcriptSeale 0530 Mrs. S. Seale to John Seale 27 Aug. 1779
Hopes J.S. will not join Militia. Country safe now. Hopes to go to Mt. Boons. Request for horses & servants. Many partridges. Both girls well. News of Kittery children wanted. Money needed if J.S. does not come soon. view transcriptSeale 0531 Mrs. S. Seale to John Seale 29 Aug. 1779
No letter from J.S. who promised to write every post. Very uneasy & distressed about J.S. Both girls well. Safe to be at Mt. Boone. view transcriptSeale 0532 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 30 Aug. 1779
Gentlemen escorting prisoners harassed by the heat & keeping guard in the open. Enemy Fleet out of sight. City Militia settling in. AMS hopes to be with SS Saturday. Box for J.S. arrived from London to be forwarded. view transcriptSeale 0533 J. Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale Reply to 0532 4 Sept. 1779
Fear of Enemy landing lessened by appearance of British Fleet. French fleet not seen since Wednesday off Plymouth. J.S. hopes to see AMS & SS at Mt. Boone. Betty Meade ill; needs to get to Hospital. view transcriptSeale 0534 W. Penny to John Seale No Date. 1779?Monday Even
Mrs. S. still unwell at night. Mr. P. wishes she was at Exeter. Instructions for possible route she might take accompanied by him if necessary. view transcriptSeale 0535 J. Forster to John Seale 3 Sept. 1779
The Book Keeper of the Inn had reported the safe arrival of the coach. Confirmation required. view transcriptSeale 0536 J. Seale to John Forster 9 Sept. 1779
Coach safe and J.S. satisfield but price too high. Second opinion sought. view transcriptSeale 0537 William Pearce to John Seale 11 Sept. 1779
Gentleman proposed to take Castle Grove at the same rent, as J.S. paid, for 3 years. He thought public auction of furniture was needed. view transcriptSeale 0538 J. Seale to W. Pearce 13 Sept.1779
No objection to the sale of furniture or the rent in spite of improvements. No final decision yet about the term (duration). Name of gentleman required.view transcript
Seale 0539 Wm. Pearce to John Seale 20 Sept. 1779
Name required concerning Castle Grove was Mr. Gardiner of Beardley.Seale 0540 J. Seale to Mr. Pearce Reply to 0539 26 Sept. 1779
No objection: glad to meet Mr. Gardner at Bampton on Friday.Seale 0541 J.H.Southcote to Mr. & Mrs. Seale 2nd Oct. 1779 Concern about Seale's child's health.
Formal... Mr. F. Luttrell's intention to be at Buckland prevented Southcotes coming to Mt. Boone. Concern about Seale's child's health. Pointer sent to Mr. Seale. Cooke of Worthen ordered to show plenty of birds.Seale 0542 J. Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale 8th Oct. 1779 Mayor's Near Fatal Accident
Met CF at Ashburton, missed him at Mount Boone - Dined at Gov. Palk's Court. SS much out of order after dancing at Totnes. Hopes to send £50 soon. Talk of French Fleet near the coast (crossed out). French's near fatal accident. Hopes AMS will take advantage of Dry Weather. view transcriptSeale 0543 Will'm Brudenel Barter to John Seale10 Oct. 1779
W.B.B.coming to Totnes , found bird flown to Ashburton. Had hoped to introduce Mr. Eveleigh at Mt. Boon.Mr. E. of Exeter ready to meet J. Ireland. JI to take 6 bands; gown obtainable at Oxford: need for bill & money to be sent to Mr. E. The college was Oriel Term began 11 October & ended 17 December. JI to go up year end. one day kept a term at Entrance.view transcript
Seale 0544 Wm. Gardner to John Seale 10 Oct. 1779
Mr. King missed appointment at Castle Grove; questions J.S.'s intentions concerning letting Castle Grove view transcriptSeale 0545 J. Seale to H.F. Luttrell 10 Oct. 1779 Impending French Invasion
In Exeter J.S. asked H.F.L. to look for h………; receipt for £200 he had sent. H.F.l. had sent it to J.S. on 23 December. It was not needed so it was returned. H.F.L. had not then a chance to acknowledge it being at dinner at Churston. Rumour of impending French invasion, but it was probably too late in the season. Mr. French, mayor of Dartmouth very badly injured due to fall from scaffolding at his house. No news received of Frank.Seale 0546 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 11 Oct. 1779
Thanks for £50. Difficulty paying debts. S.S. ill, "very ill judged scheme". C. Fanshawe sad not seeing J.S. Thanks for ordering Copplestone about trees. French a wicked wretch. Request that Peter would send fleeces for a mattress.Seale 0547 J. Seale to Mr. Gardner 12 Oct. 1779
Periam's contract to be transferred to W.G.Terms of letting: Inventory enclosed. W.G. to decide what he should buy or have removed.
Draft of Covenant & price of furniture to be sent on receipt of W.G.'s answers.
Seale 0548 J. Seale to Unknown Possibly C. Fanshawe1779?
Congratulation on brother's safe arrival. J.S. looking forward to wait on him. His eminent service to his country. All crossed out.Seale 0549 J. Seale to Mr. Thos. Ireland Butcher 12 Oct. 1779
On arriving home J.S. wrote to friend who replied that whenever T.I's son was ready he would receive him at Oxford. He needed to bring 6.Bands etc. but better to get gown at Oxford. Term 13 Oct. to`` 17 Dec. Going late in term would save expense. One day kept a term at his entrance.Seale 0550 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 14 Oct. 1779
AMS wrote to Fisher about Sam White, bad health, big family, worthy of charity. Thanks for partridges & rabbits from Castle Grove. Trees arrived. Mistake by Copplestone. Rotten tubs could not be sent. Mr. & Mrs. Fownes with AMS previous day: going to Kittery. Mr. F. very keen to get Harry on board Capt. Fonstowe.Seale 0551 J. Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale Reply to 0546 17 Oct. 1779
Company on previous Friday delayed reply. King to call with £50 more en route to Bampton. AMS to tell if short of manoy. J.S. ill at Bampton so unable to see C.F. Thanks for getting poor man into hospital. Fisher complied with orders. Ham sent from Farmer Peeke. Copplestone to send tubs, orange & lemon trees & 6 fleeces. No sue case for Dartmouth Privateer, weather not good. Mrs. SS recovered.view transcript
Seale 0552 J. Badcock to (J. Seale)? No Date Monday ev. Before 19 October 1779
Coat not ready. Mr. B. found cloth sold on returning to Taunton. Hopeful of new cloth very soon.Seale 0553 J. Seale to Mr. Gardner 19 Oct. 1779
J.G. to have the house (Castle Grove) by convenant for the rest of J.S's term, rent to include Periam's contract to accept articles at agreed price. J.S. to have right to level expected during his term. J.S. to yield up premises in the same state as found Mr. Lucas had hope no improvements.Seale 0554 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 21 Oct. 1779
Glad S.S. better. £50 brought by King: anxious about income. J.S.'s orange, lemon trees & tubs sent to AMS. Robbins in charge at Frankly: distressed Family leaving. Hopes for rent. Adml. Whitwell to see house. AM's better. Adml Vincent taken Mr. Maren's Hall on Moor. F. Luttrell with A.M.S. Mrs. Muller's mad dog. Thanks for Hare.Seale 0555 J. Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale reply to 0554
All crossed out. J.S. explains about Income arrangements. Wish to make A.M.S. happy.Hurt about remarks concerning trees House for plants built by A.M.S. Proposal for J.S. and family to go to Plymouth for a week. Invitation to E.Fanshawe to come to Mt. Boone. Mrs. Harris & Betty Woodley expected. view transcriptSeale 0556 Gov.. Holdsworth to John Seale 24 Oct. 1779 Sunday 2 o'clock Deserter taken at Morleigh
Party sent from Plymouth after Deserter.Man taken in Morleigh.
A.H. asks if J.S. had given reward.
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Seale 0557 J. Seale to Gov. Holsworth reply to 0556 24 Oct. 1779
Thanks for information about Deserter. 2 labourers one from Halwell the other from Cornworthy and J.S.'s servant all eligible for reward.view transcript
Seale 0558 Phil Lane to John Seale 24 Oct. 1779 Sunday Expenses re. Deserter
Respecting the Deserter sent to Dartmouth. Expenses at Ale House.view transcript
Seale 0560 Richard Codner to Esquire Seale 24 Oct. 1779
R.C's long connection with the sea Master of ship for 8 years. Hopes J.S. would help him to join the Navy. R.S & father met J.S. at J.Winsors Ashburton, elegant dinner at Bee's.view transcript
Seale 0561 J. Seale to R. Codner reply to 0561 1779?
J.S. had no interest in shipping. Poor prospects for midshipman in a man of war unless very young. Privateering possible, but hazardous.view transcript
Seale 0562 A.Holdsworth to John Seale 24 Oct. 1779 Sunday 2 o'clock Deserter
Ticket respecting Deserter. Marines with Gov. H. Mr. Taylor should be able to issue warrant for the reward.view transcript
Seale 0562a J. Seale to A. Holdsworth Reply to 0562 24 Oct. 1779 Sunday 2 o'clock Deserter
Sorry for Mr. H's trouble. Agrees about Mr. Taylor and the Deserter.view transcript
Seale 0563 J. Seale to unknown No Date 1779?
Crossed out letter on the back of the draft to A.M.Seale 2 Nov. 1779 J.S. received letter from Messrs. Exley & Crispin. The case of Randall & Bury mentioned.Seale 0564 J. Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale 2 Nov. 1779
Family went to Plymouth previous Wednesday. Eliz.F. and C.F. with AMS. J.S. determined AM.S's income enough for comfort. Hurt about remark concerning etc. Date fixed for taking the children to church. E.F. expected them. Mrs. Harris & Miss Woodley expected after return from Plymouth.view transcript
Seale 0565 William Gardiner to John Seale 31 Oct. 1779
Inefficient postmaster at Wellington. Mr. G's rent and agreement between J.S. & Mr. L:ucas. Delay very inconvenient. Meeting with J.S. at Mr. Robert's proposed.view transcript
Seale 0566 J. Seale to Mr. Gardiner Answer to 0565 2 Nov. 1779 (Wednesday)
J.S. able to be in Exeter Friday, 12 November.view transcript
Seale 0567 John L.Browne to John Seale 3 Nov.1779
A hound sent to J.S. without asking. JLB hoped JS would be pleased.Seale 0568 J. Seale to J.L.Browne Reply to 0567 5 Nov. 1779
J.S. very pleased with the hound.Seale 0569 J. Seale to Rev. M. Evelin 5 Nov. 1779 John Ireland Promising Scholar
J.S. away from home when Mr. E. was in Devon. Thanks due to Mr. E & Mr. Barter. Mr. Ireland due in Oxford 5 December. Short time needed to keep term: promising scholar, no friends with him. Son of grazier & butcher of Ashburton. Privateer sent by Pinsput Lee etc.with a Manilla ship with a valuable cargo.view transcript
Seale 0570 John Eveleigh to John Seale 9 Nov. 1779
JE glad to see Mr. Ireland at the time mentioned. He should bring sheets. Good fortune a recompense for the many losses of the war.view transcript
Seale 0571 E. Fanshawe to Mrs. Seale 22 Nov. 1779
Things requested sent, no oranges; French olives, 34 muffins, & sweet breads sent. Had flat candlesticks arrived? AMS's candlesticks sent. Little parcel sent that evening from Flouds. AMS very poorly with gravel. Mr. Inscombe sent for, now better. E.F's cold better. AMS sent 4 silver butter boats.view transcript
Seale 0572 J. Seale to Mrs E. Fanshawe Reply to 0571 28 Nov. 1779
Company of 40 including Mr. & Mrs. Southcott. The Luttrells and Haynes. Entertainment passed with great propriety. Departure 4 am. Thanks for items sent. Candlesticks would be safely returned. E.F's account to be checked, enclosed. Mrs. Harris and Cathy expected soon. Christening happily over. Mr. L. said EF was well.view transcript
Seale 0573 A.M.Seale to John Seale 29 Nov. 1779 Mr. Walter's death
Glad J.S. & family were well. £50 bill payable to G. Robbins to be drawn on J.S. Christening over. J.S. mistaken in thinking E.F. was well. Luttrells made no enquiry after EF or AMS. Both very unwell at that time. Mr. Walter's death.view transcript
Seale 0574 J. Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale Reply 30 Nov. 1779 Possible dispute over water supply
Very wet weather not good for health. Better to postpone drawing bill one week. Had not heard before of Mr. Walter's death. William's bill enclosed. Paid in full when CF was in the room at St. Sidwells. Mistake about Mr. Luttrells. Alexander saw AMS. Enquiry about trees. Ticket received about water to conduit from Governor & Capt.Duncan. Possible Law Suit etc. 500-100 elms needed.view transcript
Seale 0575 E. Fanshawe to John Seale No Date Dec. ? 1779 Cryptic Message
Mr. Gullett called with cryptic message that he spoke to a gentleman who will do as J.S. desired.view transcript
Seale 0576 R. Prideaux to John Seale 1 Dec. 1779
Complications concerning promise to pay Mr. Barns. JS. To execute the Transfer if Mr. Bath will pay Principal & Interest.view transcript
Seale 0577 J. Seale to R. Prideaux Reply to 0576 1 Dec. 1779 & case for water dispute
Letter sent to Mr. Gullet that day enquiring if he had received Bond from Mr. Barons. Request to retain Serj. Davy. Copy of case concerning the water course from spring to Mt. Boon & overflow.view transcript
Seale 0578 Fra Rose Drewe to John Seale 2 Dec. 1779
Concerning late servant John Straw, honest & capable with horses.view transcript
Seale 0579 J. Seale to Mr. Land 2 Dec. 1779
Fragment. Person wanted who could occasionally drive a carriage, not John Straw..view transcript
Seale 0580 Mrs. E. Fanshawe to J. Seale No Date Saturday night 9pm 1779
Mr. Robbins sent candle sticks from Franklyn Card tables & Insecticide also purchased. Dunster family came to Exeter: gone on to Nethway, very disrespectful. Thanks for pig. A.M.S. & E.S. both very poorly. Fire near church. (Cornish accounts)view transcript
Seale 0581 Mr. Seale to Gov. Holdsworth.7 Dec. 1779 Tuesday morn.
Ticket. The Road from Quarry to cross channel of water. Hopes no inconvenience to Governor. Desires Gov. to send person to inspect.view transcript
Seale 0582 Gov. Holdsworth & Capt. Duncan to John Seale 9 Dec. 1779 Thursday morn.
Ticket. Waterpipes in the road leaking to Townstall. Man who takes care of his pipes and hind sent to check effect on water course.view transcript
Seale 0583 J. Seale to Gov. Holdsworth Intended reply (Answered in person) 11 Dec. 1779
Thanks Gov. Holdsworth for altering water course to help Mr. S. to form his road. Howe said it was not detrimental to the water course.view transcript
Seale 0584 Gov. Holdsworth & Capt. Duncan to John Seale 9 Dec. 1779 Thursday morn.
Complaint about water supply. Parish meeting to be called.view transcript
Seale 0585 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 9 Dec. 1779
Instructions about money needed. Thanks for hare. AMS unwell. Glad the water satisfactory. Would be glad for return of candlesticks & butter boats when no longer needed.view transcript
Seale 0586 J. Seale to A.M.Seale Reply to 0585 10 Dec. 1779
Weather stormy and damp. Instructions about paying Mr. Robbins £50 on J.S's account etc. Request to know how much to give the poor. Candlesticks to be returned by Totnes coach. Afraid that one hare had been lost.view transcript
Seale 0587 A.M.Seale to John Seale 13 Dec. 1779 Mr.Praed a gambler with enormous losses.
Problems over getting money: bill drawn on John Floud. Usually bread & money given to the Poor. Young Elms sent. Servant Boy recommended by Mr. Rhodes. Thanks for hare. E.F. unwell, left 12 Dec. as C.F. detained at Plymouth. Mr.Praed a gambler with enormous losses.view transcript
Seale 0588 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 16 Dec. 1779 Description of the boy servant.
Description of the boy servant. Sir F. Rogers called previous Tuesday. Mr. Rolle unanimously fixed on. Several people enquired if J.S. was in Town.view transcript
Seale 0589 J. Seale to A.M.Seale19 Dec. 1779 Water Dispute
Boy probably too young. George Robbins cousin a stupid fellow. Capt. Duncan said people would swear the parish paid for repairs to water pipes. A.M.S. asked to minute statements about this by other people. No decision about taking this to Law.view transcript
Seale 0590 J. Rolle to Jn. Seale 18 Dec. 1779 Wrongly inscribed 18 July.
Thanks for Support at Election. Unanimous nomination.view transcript
Seale 0591 J. Seale to J. Rolle Reply to 0590 28 Dec. 1779
Congratulations on J. Rolle's Success.view transcript
Seale 0592 F. Luttrell to John Seale18 Dec. 1779
F.L. & brother Alexander would like to take family dinner at Mt Booneview transcript
Seale 0593 J. Smerdon to John Seale 20 Dec. 1779
Mrs. Joan Phillips enquired about the wills of Jonathan Phillips & of Mary Tufry. Mr. Harris unable to help being very ill and soon to die.view transcript
Seale 0594 J. Seale to J. Smerdon Reply to 0593 26 Dec. 1779
J.S. hoped to send the papers by the next post.view transcript
Seale 0595 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 23 Dec. 1779 Water Dispute
Thanks for the pretty little pig. Boy to get answer from AMS. What ever Capt. Duncan etc. say or bribe other to swear. The water supply dispute. AMS & EF both better. Mrs. Finney comes for Christmas. Continuous wet weather then heavy snow. Trees bought to be sent on.view transcript
Seale 0596 J. Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale 26 Dec. 1779
J.S. has society books, meant for AMS. JS thought they were his. Barter said JS subscribed to The sons of Clergy. Dinner invitation to Nethway cancelled because cook was ill.view transcript
Seale 0597J. Ireland to J. Seale 23 Dec. 1779
J.I. Arrived at Oxford. Thanks.view transcript
Seale 0598 J. Seale to J. Ireland Reply to 0597 10 Jan. 1780
J.S. hopes to send papers by the next post. Very glad J. I. settled at Oxford Career of John Ireland born in Ashburtonview transcript
Seale 0599 Chri. Gullett to John Seale 24 Dec. 1779
Mr. Pitman desired information about the value of the security J.S. has for the £800 in Buckfastleigh.l Plans for the mortgagor and Transfer etc.view transcript
Seale 0600 J. Seale to J. Tonkin 28 Dec. 1779
J.T. asked to write to Mr. Pitman concerning interest on mortgage. J.S. denies seeing Sir Bourchier. Wrey's Bond The Suit in Newfoundland.view transcript
Seale 0601 To J. Seale re.Exeter Bank 27 Dec. 1779
Bank carried on by a change in the old partnership without Mr. Praed.view transcript
Seale 0603 J. Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale .Reply to 0604 16 Jan. 1780
Greater part of week spent with Mrs. Morris at Ashburton. Frost on roads. Did not see E.F. Intended visit of Luttrell's and Mrs. Catherine. Salt Fish a present from Mr. Dugier sent. Miniature painter from Nethway. Much crossing out.view transcript
Seale 0604 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 6 Jan. 1780
Package came after JS had gone and it was not sent on with Charles. AMS hopes J.S. would approve if sent by night post. Hare also came which would be forwarded to Eliz.Fanshawe.view transcript
Seale 0605 Thos. Adams to John Seale 10 Jan. 1780
Joseph Brown a supplier of network fencing at Bridport.view transcript
Seale 0606 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 20 Jan. 1780
Thanks for fish & game. Mr. Fanshawe & Mr. Heath left previous Tuesday. E.F. was better. Glad that J.S. would soon be returning.view transcript
Seale 0607 Eliz. Fanshawe to J. Seale 5 Feb. 1780
E.F.has a violent cold, not in want of money.view transcript
Seale 0608 J. Seale to Mrs. E. Fanshawe 15 Feb. 1780 Fever at Dartmouth
Company on the way to Buckland enough for 2 sets & a stand by (for cards?) E.F. going to Plymouth. Mr. J. Luttrell too busy at the House for shooting. Cornish estates. Fever at Dartmouth.view transcript
Seale 0609 J. Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale About Feb. 1780 Dart Privateer Success
Success of Dart Privateer: French "Martinico" captured with cargo. Some casualties. Details from Captain Yeoman.view transcript
Seale 0610 C. Fanshawe to John Seale 24 Feb. 1780
Cornish estate. Consultation with Mr. Mansfield. Mr. Jeffery's opinion well founded. Mr. Prideaux to do nothing till told by C.F. J.S. entitled to 1/3 of the Lands; What happened to other 2/3 Roche estate. Serj. Heath probably to succeed Justice Blackstone.view transcript
Seale 0611 Chas. Hayne to John Seale 3 March 1780
Mr. Conolly wants employment as a Purser.view transcript
Seale 0612 John Seale to Chas. Hayne Reply to 0611 3 March 1780
Mr. Conolly could be helped by Capt. Geo. Oarry and Sir F. Rogers.view transcript
Seale 0613 John Style(Tax Collector) to John Seale March 1780 Window Tax.
New duty on Houses for 1778. Castle Grove. Window Tax. Mr. Fisher very evasive. Non-payment an affront on Mr. Fellowes.view transcript
Seale 0614 J. Seale to Mr. Style Answer to 0613 5 March 1780
Mr. Fisher did not have precise orders. J.S's steward would pay J. Style.view transcript
Seale 0615 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale Wrongly written 9th March 6 March 1780
Glad that J.S. has seen Mrs. Eliz. Fanshawe. A.M.S. still poorly but better than before. Mr. Bennet's boy well & out of hospital. Directions about him. Totnes dilligence no longer going.view transcript
Seale 0616 J. Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale Reply to 0615 March 1780
J.S. going to Assizes uncertain. JS hopes to see A.M.S. with E.F. the following week but one,. £50 Bill or Bills to be sent.view transcript
Seale 0617 R.B.Prideaux to John Seale 9 March 1780 Plan for Road
With plan of new road.view transcript
Seale 0618 C. Whitefield to Roger Prideaux ( Attorney at Law ) 29 Feb. 1780
Mr. Genny's Debt. His physician barred any financial discussion with him. Mr. W. hopes settle the matter with out delay.view transcript
Seale 0619 J. Hoskin to Mr. Roger Prideaux ( Attorney of Law ) 7 March 1780
John Perchard's Inheritance.view transcript
Seale 0620 Mrs. A.M.Seale to J.Seale15 March 1780
Thanks for money. Parcel & note sent Castle Sandford his answer sent to J.S. Parcel of shoes (?) for J.S. C.Fanshawe did not have his proper share of prisoners. Some job in Kingsbridge. Praed & Evans doing well. AMS returned. Mrs. Luttrell visits. Mrs. L. to live at Nethway. Dunster to go to John L. Headache. A.M.S. staying at Mrs. Harris's.view transcript
Seale 0621 Mrs. E. Fanshawe to J. Seale 17 March 1780
Capt. Fanshawe due to sail from Portsmouth. Harry Fownes to join him.view transcript
Seale 0622 J. Seale to Mrs. E.Fanshawe Reply to 0621 17 March 1780
Invitation to Capt. Fanshawe to come to Mt. Boone or Lupton.view transcript
Seale 0623 Mrs. A.M.Seale to J.Seale 24 March 1780
Harry Fownes on board, midshipman. Congratulations on J.S's success.view transcript
Seale 0624 J. Seale to Mrs A.M.Seale Reply to 0623 26 March 1780 Share of Dart Prize
Harry likely to be soon tired of the sea. Dart Prize. £12-£15,000 - J.S.'s share £1000. 5 ships taken from the French? Mrs, R.F. going to Portsmouth. J.S. would call her immediately the Fleet arrives in Torbay.view transcript
Seale 0625 Mrs. E. Fanshawe to J.Seale 24 March 1780
Capt. & Mrs Fanshawe. Fleet movements etc.Seale 0626 J. Dolbeare to John Seale 28 March 1780
J.D's sister expected following Saturday. Request for advancement of money.view transcript
Seale 0627 J. Seale to J. Dolbeare Answer to 0626 31 March 1780
Mr. King would deliver £150 at Ashburtonview transcript
Seale 0628 Capt. Fanshawe to J. Seale 19 April 1780 Wednesday afternoon
Ticket. Capt. F. probably cannot come to Mt. Boone as he has to stay near his Ship.view transcript
Seale 0629 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 21 April 1780
Sir F.L. Rogers to stand for Parliament.view transcript
Seale 0630 J. Hoskin to Seale Esq. Bond 21 April 1780
J.H. required a bond.see Seale 0619 view transcript
Seale 0631 Sir F.L.Rogers to J. Seale 21 April 1780
Request for Vote.Birth of a son
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Seale 0632 J. Seale to Sir F.L.Rogers Reply to 631 21 April 1780
J.S. inelligible to vote. Congratulations on the birth of the "Young Knight"view transcript
Seale 0633 J.H.Seale to Mr. Luttrell 26 April 1780
J.S. wishes Mr. L. would pay £500 to the Exeter Bank. *Mr. Walsingham's squadron & convoy remain in Torbay, including Harry Fownes* Mr. L's Butler bought things not paid for. *Crossed out.view transcript
Seale 0634 H.F.Luttrel to John Seale 30 April 1780
H.F.L. owed nearly £1000 by tenants but cannot get a farthing's rent so unable to pay £500. A draft enclosed for the former butler. Surprised this had not been dealt with by Mr. Winy.view transcript
Seale 0635 J. Seale to Mr. Luttrell (Mrs. A.M.S.) Reply to 0634 30 April 1780
Thanks for £40-10/- Draft in the Exeter Bank for the Butler. Exeter Bank evidently pressing to be paid ( The £500 ) Beginning of letter to AMS - J.S. safe in London.view transcript
Seale 0636 James White to John Seale 6 May 1780
Horse ordered.view transcript
Seale 0637 J. King to John Seale 7 May 1780 Darts Prize
Darts prize. Mr. Pinson did not know when she would be taken to London.view transcript
Seale 0638 Mrs. S. Seale to John Seale 7 May 1780 Two Wax Dolls for the Girls
Mrs. R. Fanshawe sent two wax dolls for the girls. Mrs. S.S. had the boys & Mrs. J. to tea previous Thursday & the Manley's.view transcript
Seale 0639 John Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale No date Shortly before 12 May 1780
J.S. has lodgings in 33 Surry Street. Birth of E.F's baby imminent. Mourning for Duchess of Wartemburg. Crossed out. Wonderful Concert.view transcript
Seale 0640 Mrs. S. Seale to John Seale 12 May 1780
Mr.Terry of Ashburton buried at Dartmouth Church. AMS's sister & Miss Mercer staying. Horses quite well, taking Physic. Mrs Ross expected to die. Small donation for a woman from J.S would be very gratifying.view transcript
Seale 0641 Charles Barter to John Seale13 May 1780
J.S. evidently just gone to London. Discretion needed about advanced Income of Living. Terry had a second stroke and died, buried in Dartmouth; no will. Farmer Peeke still alive. Mrs. Seale sad at no news from J.S.view transcript
Seale 0642 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 14 May 1780
Thanks for £50 Bill. Elizabeth Fanshawe hourly espectation of baby. No dry day for many weeks. Mr. Sergeant Heath still the Judge. Capt. Fanshawe about to sail. Mr. Mumsfield's papers. Bienfaisant & Ramilees & the Torbay in danger in hurricane. Music at St. Pauls. Mr. Vivien put J.S. name forward for Book Soc.view transcript
Seale 0643 J. King to John Seale 14 May 1780 Stone for Sandquay
Stone for Sand Quay; Mr. Sharland's answer. J.K. asked J.S. if he has memo of date of Bond. Mr. Hoskin sent given by John Turner to Parish of Holme.view transcript
Seale 0644 J. Seale to J.King Reply to 0643 14 May 1780
Sherland's price for stone too high; Inform Mr. Perchard no trace of Bond. Stone horse to be led through Market. Received 40Gs 10/- of Mr. Luttrell for his servant.view transcript
Seale 0645 Mrs. S. Seale to John Seale 21 May 1780
Miss Mercer with SS. Dined twice at Mrs. Holdsworth's & once at SS's mother's. Previous day Mrs Holdsworth dined with SS & Miss Merser. No baby Fanshawe yet. SF gone to dine on the Egmont. C.F asked to bring Capt. F to Mt. Boone. Family in Red Lion Square well. Thanks for horse Children well. Mr. Reynolds not at home.view transcript
Seale 0646 J.King to John Seale 21 May 1780
Fields Holditch rented let to a good Tenant. Gutter men working. Leonard home from Bampton left ram & wethers at Cornworthy, but no breeding ewes. Fleet still in Torbay. Small prize sent in by the Admiral Edwards & 2 Dutch prizes sent in by 2 Privateers.view transcript
Seale 0647 Chas Fanshawe to John Seale May 1780 Birth of J.C. Fanshawe
Birth of J.C. Fanshawe 22 May 1780. CF returned from Torbay; fleet still there. CF stayed at Mt. Boone. Seale family well. Had J.S. got papers from CF's chambers from Mr. Mansfield?view transcript
Seale 0648 Mrs. S. Seale to John Seale 23 May 1780 Dolland's Telescopes
Mrs. Lymberry too ill to see company. Mr. CF left with roasting pig & another for Capt. F. Enquiries made of Mr. Reynolds about Dolland telescopes. Capt Duncan & Capt. F. came to tea. Fleet still in Torbay. Charlotte Fownes had whooping cough. SS required Godferry. Salts & salvolatele. Birth of J.C.F.view transcript
Seale 0649 P.A. Symons to J. Seale 26 May 1780
Mr. Pinson to dispose of Darts Prize at Dartmouth and not London: requests to be broker. Adm. George Rodney had beaten the French in the W. Indies.view transcript
Seale 0650 Mrs. S. Seale to John Seale No date May 1780
Nothing to say about diamonds or pearls but comments about pearl bracelets. EF & JCF doing well. SS called on Miss Duncan. Date J.S. leaves London requested.view transcript
Seale 0651 J. King to John Seale 30 May 1780
Holditch to stay 3 or 4 weeks at Buckfastleigh before returning to Jersey. Mr. Pinson putting Dart prize cargo in his cellars. Most of Fleet sailed 29 May from Torbay. The Quebec Fleet stayed.view transcript
Seale 0652 Woollcombe to John Seale No Date May-June 1780 Saturday night.
Woolcombe due at Westminster early the next day so unable to see J.S. at breakfast.view transcript
Seale 0653 J.Fanshawe to John Seale 1 June 1780
J.ff off to Chipstead. Hoped to see J.S. after 2 June.view transcript
Seale 0654 Mrs. S. Seale to John Seale 3 June 1780
Family very well, also E.F. and J.C.F.Mrs. Champernowne, related to Fownes, in great danger, has night sweats etc SS unable to take any exercise. Horse in high order. Mrs. Lymberry much improved.view transcript
Seale 0655 J Seale to Charles Hayne. 10 June 1780 Siege of Charlestown
J.S. had dinner with CH's sister 9 June. Reminder about gold watch and chain and exchange. Also a hair' watch chain for a lady. News of taking of Charlestown. Good prospects of fruit. Checking whereabouts of 50th Regiment.view transcript
Seale 0656 F.F.Luttrell to John Seale13 June 1780 Tuesday Ev.
FFL's brother off to the west in his own carriage, would like JS;s company. Invitation by FFL to breakfast.view transcript
Seale 0657 From J King 17 June 1780
Memorandum Green Book. Roope Harris Roope Esq. Desire leave to haul up fishing nets. etc.Seale 0658 F.F. Luttrell to J.Seale 20 June 1780
Untrustworthy businessman employed by F.F.L. Request for £250; £200 not enough to be rid of him. Hayne still staying in Surrey Street.view transcript
Seale 0659 J. Seale to F.F.Luttrell Reply to 0658 23 June 1780
Very willing to help. Youlden had or was about to have money at Brixham. JS dined with old gentleman & his lady at Mrs. Haynes upon their return from Buckland.
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Seale 0660 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 22 June 1780
Mr. Fanshawe arrived from London previous day. Violent incessant rain: No gun to frighten birds eating cherries. Request for gun. E.F. and son were better.view transcript
Seale 0661 John Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale Reply to 0660 22 June 1780
Weather much better. Harvest. Peter Gibbs, a poor foreman. Mrs. Crisp to deliver reply to A.M.S. Gun to be delivered. J.S. bought Irish Lottery Ticket enclosed in Guitar Music.view transcript
Seale 0662 Geo. Robbins to John Seale 19 June 1780
J.S. purchased much timber. Request for £100. Mr. Lucas wrote about the rent.view transcript
Seale 0663 J. Seale to G. Robbins Answer to 0662 23 June 1780
Unable to grant request immediately before the Castlegrove sale was settled.view transcript
Seale 0664 C. Fanshawe to John Seale No Date Probably June or early July 1780
Thanks for present to J.S's Godson. Suggests how to address the C-in-C. Gen. Haviland to mention how J.S. had obtained arms from Sir David Lindsey to defend Dartmouth now ready to be returned. Appointment of Serjt. Heath. C.F. removing to Franklyns. E.F. at Mrs. Harris'.view transcript
Seale 0665 John Seale to C. Fanshawe Reply to 0664 No Date Probably June or early July 1780
J.S. written to General in terms as advised. Unfriendly Corporation (crossed out). Enquiry about Estate in Cornwall.view transcript
Seale 0666 J.H.Southcote to J. Seale 1 July 1780
Coming to Mt. Boone to pay interest.view transcript
Seale 0667 F.F.Luttrell to John Seale 1 July 1780
Money difficulties, sorry J.S. has failed in his first attemp to get help. Presume J.S. is at the races.view transcript
Seale 0668 J. Seale to F.F.Luttrell Reply to 0667 All crossed out. 1 July 1780
Not made a successful application. Waiting to hear if Dart's prize is sold in London.view transcript
Seale 0669 J.Seale to Mr. Coombes Taylor 3 July 1780
Mr. Coombes to visit Mr. Hunt at his Livery Stables beyond Blackfriars to check if he had received a bill or not. If not, then to get it annulled.view transcript
Seale 0670 J.Seale to J. Luttrell 3 July 1780
Sword Whip and Cane mislaid. Asks Mr. Luttrell to send letter to the Inn they slept in, to check.view transcript
Seale 0671 J. Seale to Miss C. Woodley 5 July 1780
Chain arrived safely so is being sent on to Miss W. Also paper by J. Holmes. J.S. busy with hay. Bitter weather after much rain. Requests number of Miss W's share in Lottery.view transcript
Seale 0672 J. Seale to C. Barter 10 July 1780
Concerning The augmentation of a Living in Cornwall. Sam Hayne bought a blind Mare. Mrs. Harris evidently senile.Seale 0673 J. Seale to Chas. Hayne11 July 1780
Difficulty in getting a "birth" on board ship for Duncan, King's son-in-law.view transcript
Seale 0674 Mrs. E. Fanshawe to John Seale11 July 1780
C.F. went to Exeter & E.F. to Mrs. R.F's previous Thursday. E.F. became unwell but better since. Irish Lottery Ticket. C.F. to be recorder? Mr. Hawtry also possible Ships captured by Admiral Geary. Rumour of Commodore Walsingham's success untrue. Good news of Capt. F. Returning Arms to Gen! Harison.view transcript
Seale 0675 On outside of 0674 notes by J Seale 11 July 1780
Fragmentary notes cross out. Present at Assizes? Title to Cornish Lands.view transcript
Seale 0676 F.F.Luttrell to Seale 13 July 1780
Concern lest previous letter miscarried. F.F.L. shall be content with £250 if £250 is not available, the Quarter nearly ended. The Parson would be taking FFL to supper at Holylands.view transcript
Seale 0677 J. Seale to F. Luttrell Reply to 0676 16 July 1780
Money in private hands scarce. Mr. Pinson could spare some money depending on the sale of his ship.view transcript
Seale 0678 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 22 July 1780 Saturday?
C. Fanshawe to write to J.S. about affair Mrs. Causey had details about. EF came with son. E.F.in bed with stone Sunday, better after getting rid of several small stones. Bad condition of house. C.F. returned from Plymouth, Off to Winchester 23 July. Future Recorder a secret. Sister Ridout; daughter expected to die.view transcript
Seale 0679 J. Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale Reply to 0678 23 July 1780
E.F. gave account of the Cornish Estate. Mr. Luttrell interested in it, all expectation of Mrs. Chapernowne's recovery. Mrs. Limberry recovered The Governor gone to London to introduce Sir H. Palliser. Mr. & Mrs. Luttrell still in the country not seen by J.S.view transcript
Seale 0680 F.F.Luttrell to Seale 25 July 1780 Tuesday
Thanks for plan concerning FFL's accommodation. Payment due to current Quarter. Postponing taking any further steps till he sees J.S. at the Assizes? F.F.L. leaving Town early the following morning.view transcript
Seale 0681 J.H.Southcote to John Seale Received 26 July 1780
Advice about a Plumber. Advice about plant steps tiltview transcript
Seale 0682 Ths. Perring to J. Seale (Should be 27 July 1780) 7 July 1780
Final Dividend of Mr. Penfound's Effects.Seale 0683 J. Seale to Ths. Perring Reply to 0682 2 August 1780
J.S. uncertain what debts are due.Seale 0684 John Beague to John Seale 27 July 1780
10 Ewes bought & 50 be sent by Bakers' to Bampton. Ram from Bampton Fair.view transcript
Seale 0685 J. Seale to John Beague Answer 4 Aug. 1780
The sheep sent by J.B. arrived safely. Beavis Wood asked to pay J.B.view transcript
Seale 0686 F.F.Lutrell to John Seale 18 Aug. 1780
Had E leave Exeter on his and Mr. Southcote's business. Sorry to have missed seeing J.S. Hopes future applications more successful.view transcript
Seale 0687 Jn. Tonkin to John Seale 26 Aug. 1780
Received Mugridges Transfer & copy of Mr. Blackmore's account. Mr. Tinckam still unable to pay debt: he hopes to after selling land. Survey E be advertized. Purchasers expected. Hope settled by 6 months.view transcript
Seale 0689 Jn. Hunt to Jn. Seale 2 Sept. 1780
Parliament is dissolved. Mr. Bocne at Exeter that day. Mr. H. intends selling 2 fields. He still has 3view transcript
Seale 0690 Sir C. Bampfield to John Seale 4 Sept. 1780 Election
Canvassing for the Election. Hopes that J.S. will come and support him.view transcript
Seale 0691 John Seale to Sir C. Bampfield Reply to 0690 4 Sept. 1780
Regret, powerless to comply with request.view transcript
Seale 0692 J. Baring , J.B. Cholwich to John Seale7 Sept. 1780
Election Day, following Monday. Hopes to be favor'd with J.S's attendance.view transcript
Seale 0693 J. King 10 Sept. 1780
Memorandum Received one shilling from Rich'd. Pearce - fee for grounding sloop & one shilling for Ballast.view transcript
Seale 0694 J Seale written Middle of October 1780, evidently a mistake for Sept. 1780
Narrative about dispute between Corp'n of Dartmouth & J.S. concerning firing the Castle cannon at Capt. Pearce's ship.view transcript
Seale 0695 C. Fanshawe to John Seale 20 Sept. 1780 Thursday night
M.R.Prideaux should be at conference between J.S. & The Governor. JS no party to the dispute. CF believes firing on ship for payment unwarantable etc.view transcript
Seale 0696 J. Lewis to Seale 22 Sept. 1780 Alterations of House (Mt. Boone?)
Two plans of alterations of House (Mt. Boone?) sent previous night. 1 Mr. Lewis's preferred plan 2. Includes small alteration of plan Mr. Lewis prefers Plan no. 1.view transcript
Seale 0697 J. Seale to Mr. Lewis Sept 1780
Very satisfield by the plans but have fix'd upon the alterations, and will send the plan when drawn.view transcript
Seale 0698 J. Badcock to John Seale 13 Oct. 1780
Basket of Golden Pippins sent by courier to Exeter.view transcript
Seale 0699 R. Prideaux to John Seale 13 Oct. 1780
Lady Orford's Account; Unable to see Mr. Tonkin (due to working late) concerning Mr. Tinckam's Estate. If money could not be raised, a sale was necessary. Mr. Hunt was asked for information Mr. P. would try to raise 4 or 500£ for Mr. S.view transcript
Seale 0700 J. Seale copy to Mr. R. Prideaux 13 Oct. 1780 Kirkham Meadow purchased
King going to Plymouth: Mr. Genny's affairs. Dolling's Deeds:Kirkham Meadow purchased. Conveyance to be prepared: some bills not become payable in Mr. Batt's remittance. MRS. HAYNE BADLY BURNEDview transcript
Seale 0701 Mrs. E. Fanshawe to J. Seale 14 Oct. 1780 MRS. HAYNES'S ACCIDENT A GREAT SHOCK.
J.S. has complaint in ankle: The 2 boys pleased with presents. AMS to return following Monday to St. Sidwells; furniture must be settled. Mr. F. to attend Council for the Sale of Land's to the Crown. EF unable to accept invitation.MRS. HAYNES'S ACCIDENT A GREAT SHOCK.
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Seale 0702 J. Seale to E.Fanshawe Reply to 0701 6 Nov. 1780 Mrs Haynes funeral
Mr. S. AMS wrote to say Mr. F. arrived but soon to go: Mr. Harris' Benefactions on a Table: Hope, franks arrived safe. Pine & Beech seed required; some poor person to collect young Elm trees: Mr. Robbins an unconsionable broker. J.S. attended MRS.HAYNE'S FUNERAL.view transcript
Seale 0703 Rich'd. Strode to John Seale 19 Oct. 1780
R.S. knew a farmer with a very good Bull. Sorry about Mrs. Hayne's accident.view transcript
Seale 0704 J. Seale to R. Strode Reply to 0703 22 Oct. 1780
J.S's Tenant would go the next day or soon after to inspect the Bull. Compliments to Mrs. Strode, Mrs. Bradenell, Mrs. Barter, Miss Leare. Thanks for enquiries about Mrs. Hayne.view transcript
Seale 0705 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 19 Oct. 1780
AMS asks after Mrs? Seale (Sarah) after the terrible accident to Mrs. Hayne. AMS left Franklyn previous Monday. Mr. Fanshawe busy. Farmering,: delay over goods. Mr. F. retained to attend at Plymouth about Crown Lands. AMS poorly after cold.view transcript
Seale 0706 J. Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale Reply to 0705 24 Oct. 1780 Deaths from dysentry
Much cold damp weather lately. No expectations of Mrs. Hayne's recovery. JS hopes to send £50 in a fortnight; he hopes hare has arrived safely also one for Mrs. Ilbert. Much sickness especially at Kingswear. Deaths from dysentry.view transcript
Seale 0707 Frank Luttrell to John Seale 25 Oct. 1780 Wednesday
FFL to be in London, Monday 30 October. Hopes to find Bills value £200. Payment of Debt due 31st October.view transcript
Seale 0708 J. Seale to Frank Luttrell Reply to 0707 27 Oct. 1780
2 Drafts:- 1. All crossed out:- Draft upon Messrs Haliday & Co. for £200, payable to Mr. FLL only.2. Two drafts to be enclosed: one for £100 drawn by Noble & Pinson, Messrs. Daniel Richard & Co. & one for £100 differing only in date.
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Seale 0709 J. Seale to Sir John Dunke & Co. 1780
All crossed out.. Difficulty in getting the above drafts cashed. Request for Sir J. Dunke & Co. to honour the Bill with Messrs Halliday & Co.view transcript
Seale 0710 F.F.Luttrell to John Seale Esq. 27 Oct. 1780
Father taken ill previous Monday. Dr. Cobbell worried, Dr. Glass sent for. F.F.L. unable to go to London so bills to be sent direct to Hallidays; Unable to get a Bond.view transcript
Seale 0711 J.Seale to Frank Luttrell Reply to 0710 29 Oct. 1780
Concern at news of Old Mrs. L. Bill intended for Mr. F.L. sent to Middle Temple. Some friend needed to check it is not lost. Mrs. Haynes very ill after accident.view transcript
Seale 0712 R. Prideaux to (J. Seale) 27 Oct. 1780
£500 could be raised for J.S. Letter by Fanny Foale required. Mr. Samuel Hayne is owner of the above sum.view transcript
Seale 0713 J. Seale to R. Prideaux Reply to 0712 27 Oct. 1780
Mr. P. knew what the money was needed for. J.S. would prefer not to have Mr. Hayne's money.view transcript
Seale 0714 Captain Pearce Mr. Mayor (of Dartmouth) J. King 1780
Discussion about anchorage and groundage. (Fragment)view transcript
Seale 0715 J. Seale to R. Prideaux 29 Oct. 1780
Letter to Capt. Pearce from "the Governor" was enclosed which JS thought meant, have been an official discharge. A horse was sent to Pearce for him that he might sail the next day. Pearse to go to the Governor concerning his detention and Port Dues. JS not heard from Fanshawe. Mrs. Hayne very ill.view transcript
Seale 0716 Rich'd Strode to John Seale Wrongly inscribed 20 October 1780 Should be 28 Oct. 1780
Recommends Gardener, R.S. understands J.S. would send an expert to look at a Bull.view transcript
Seale 0717 J. Seale to Mr. Strode Reply to 0716 29 Oct. 1780
Thanks Mr.Strode. J.S. has 2 old men who raise vegetables. He wants person experienced in plantations & making new gardens. Tenant has seen bull; in treaty. Mrs. Haynes grows weaker.view transcript
Seale 0718 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 30 Oct. 1780
£50 received to pay part of Mr. Robbins' bills. Thanks for Woodcocks & hares. Mrs. Hayne's distressed state. Kingswear, very sick. Betsy (Mrs. C.F.) with bad cold. Mr. Lutrell & surfait of Turtle. Dr. Oaks on The Dean with palsy. Possible cooks for J.S. Mrs. AMS Cockages cyder to J.S.view transcript
Seale 0719 F.F.Luttrell to John Seale 31 Oct. 1780 Mr. Luttrell's death
Mr. Luttrell died 30 October 1780 of fever & abcess on the lungs. Condolences for the "Late Meloncholy event at Dartmouth" (Mrs. Hayne's accident) Thanks for bills. Security required to be sent by Mr Southcote.view transcript
Seale 0720 J. Seale to F.F.Luttrell Reply to 0719 2 drafts 10 Nov. 1780
Two letters received, one by Mr. Southcote: acknowledgement sent per F.F.L's uncle & aunt Fownes: Condolence for deaths of Mr. L. and F.F.L's friend. Mr. S. relies on F.F.L's good sense now that there is no one to restrain him.view transcript
Seale 0721 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 4 Nov. 1780 Saturday night
AMS has executed all commisions . Success in finding cook, sober but limited ability. Enquiries to go on. Caggages Cyder at 2½ Guineas a hoghead. Mrs. Hayne's and Mr. Luttrell's deaths 'a warning' to all mortals. Mrs. Floud not yet sent all she promised.view transcript
Seale 0722 E. Fanshawe to John Seale 7 Oct. 1780 Probably should be 7 Nov.1780 Tuesday even.
Thanks for letter brought by King. C.F. left 6 November to Town: Gardeners prefer to sell plants not seeds; thanks for franks. Mr. Luttrell's death. Mrs Cath. F. much affected not so Mrs. Ann; Mrs.L left with £200 a year. Advice re condolances to Mrs. S. Little Joan very well.view transcript
Seale 0723 Gov. Holdsworth to John Seale 17 Nov. 1780 Friday morn.
Request to Mr. Seale to order his hedges to be well cut and to remove earth fallen from his orchard.view transcript
Seale 0724 E. Fanshawe to John Seale 18 Nov. 1780
Papers from Mr. F. enclosed:AMS poorly: Mr. King just come in but cannot wait. Quantity of Elm seeds & young elm required?view transcript
Seale 0725 R. Prideaux to John Seale 19 Nov. 1780
Interest received from Mr. Savery sent to JS. Mr. Savery hopes the payment could be postponed for a time. An enclosed letter to be sent to Mr. Dolling. Cornwall money desired first week in December. Transfers of Mr. Kingwell's Mortgage perused.view transcript
Seale 0726 J. Seale to R. Prideaux Reply to 0725 Nov 1780
Reply: King sent to Exeter hopeful of getting £500 of Savery's mortgage advanced ; unsuccessful. R.P. to show Sandford's letter to Savery. Milford insists on getting money by Jan. 3 Interest for 3 people sent by bearer etc. Mr. P's letter sent to Dolling.view transcript
Seale 0727 E. Fanshawe to John Seale 20 Nov. 1780 Monday even. Mrs. R. Fanshawe has another daughter
C.F. says J.S. should order retainers immediately to Gross & Davie. E.F. hopes King mentioned the seeds: Mrs. R. Fanshawe has another daughter*. Capt. Fanshawe perfectly well on 21 August. *Cordella.view transcript
Seale 0728 C. Fanshawe to John Seale 23 Nov. 1780 Hopes of Peace in America
C.F. reached London in 2 days , one night at Stalbridge. Attention paid to JS as Sheriff. Serj. Grose retained, Serj Davy already retained by Corporation but JS still might retain him. CF hopes for more understanding of Pearce's affair. Tenancy of house in Plymouth. Old Mr. L. died without Will. Hopes of Peace in America. Lord George Gordon Trial etc.view transcript
Seale 0729 C. Fanshawe to John Seale 25 Nov. 1780
Mr. Drewe has given Serj. Davy a general retainer. The best reputed advocate on the circuit, should J.S. has to go to law.view transcript
Seale 0730 C. Fanshawe to Mr. Drewe 25 Nov. 1780
Note enclosed in above; evidently sent first by CF to MD and then returned with comments. 1. Request to be informed concerning retaining Serj. Davy.2. Serjeant's clerk has taken a General Retainer for Mr. S. & a seperate retainer Seale & Pearce against corporation.
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Seale 0731 J. Seale to J.F. Luttrell 20 Nov. 1780 Wednesday morn.
Deed of Settlement found on old Mr. L's 1st marriage lodged with J.S.'s father. Requests to know if it is agreeable to J.F.L., his brothers & Mr. Southcote if it be sent & examined by J.F.L. Compliments to friends at Nethway.view transcript
Seale 0732 J.F. Luttrell to John Seale Wednesday 3 o'clock 20 Nov. 1780
JFL off to Dunster Castle next day. He begs JS to keep deed till his return to Nethway. JFL had very fine sport with Fox.view transcript
Seale 0733 R. Prideaux to John Seale 3 Dec. 1780
Thanks for Hare. G. Prideaux to R.P. about gateway; agreement concerning Moreley & Sand Paths probably, no trouble about Hunting Gates: RP would write Mr. Hurst: following day at Powderham: Kingwell's Affair:Capt. Pearce to draw out slate; RP hopes to bring Conveyance from Dolling.view transcript
Seale 0734 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 4 Dec. 1780
Nurse Tucker sent for. Many offers of a cook for JS, non to be recommended except one. But no answer from her. William Newcomen believed to have made the Customhouse writings: Petrox seat in AMS's belief in her family many years. Elizabeth F ill with gravel. Charles F's come home.view transcript
Seale 0735 J. Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale Reply to 0734 17 Dec. 1780
Pleased that health of those at Franklyn is better. J.S. had not experienced Gravel before. S.S. daily expecting to be taken ill. Mr. F. at Plymouth engaged for the Crown in a reputable station.view transcript
Seale 0736 J. Seale to C. Fanshawe Reply to a letter of 23 November 10 Dec. 1780
Mrs. Seale doing well healthwise. J.S. to be Sheriff. Mr. Prideaux helping to prepare a state of the Case to be sent to Mr. Dunning. Unable to come to Franklyn (till after birth of J.H.S.) Plymouth House to be ordered by C.F. Mr. Luttrell's will not found after search. J.S. has his marriage settlement.view transcript
Seale 0737 F.F.Luttrell to John Seale 18 Dec. 1780 Monday
Apologies for not visiting Mount Boone due to absence from Nethway and false rumour that Mrs. S. was ill. He suggests coming with his brother to dinner that day at Mount Boone.view transcript
Seale 0738 A.M.Seale to John Seale 20 Dec. 1780
Thanks for Hare, Mrs. E. Fanshawe better, her little boy well, cutting teeth. AMS herself tolerable health. Birth of baby (JHS) perhaps in New Year. Cheese & sage to be sent soon.view transcript
Seale 0739 Rev. C. Barter to John Seale 24 Dec. 1780
C.B. received letter from Fanny:- Mother gets worse every hour: C.B. leaving for Exeter Tuesday (December 26)view transcript
Seale 0740 Family of Nethway to John Seale 25 Dec. 1780 Birth of J H Seale
Congratulations on the birth of J.H.Sealeview transcript
Seale 0741 R. Prideaux to John Seale 25 Dec. 1780
Congratulations on birth of a son. R.P. keeps deed in order to sort them so Mr. Tonkin and Purchasers Attorneys can compare abstracts with the Deeds. Serj't Davie dead: possible need to get Fanshawe's advice. Capt. Pearce's sloop to be fitted out?Seale 0742 J. Seale to R. Prideaux 26 Dec.1780
Baby born 25 December at about 12 noon. J.S. saw about Mr. Serjs Davies death in paper. Fitting out Pearce's Ship, a very good scheme. JS willing to have a share, if he or R.P. were in charge of the fitting out. King might find the cheapest way.Seale 0743 R. Prideaux to John Seale 27 Dec. 1780
Application at Capt. Pearce's house by Capt. Turtler: the sloop he intended to fit out etc. Col. Ilbert's opinion: would J.S. be interested? Dutchman in The Channel might escape. The Governors Vessel at Salcombe.Seale 0744 Mrs.M. Southcote to John Seale 28 Dec. 1780
Mr. Southcote returning from shooting at Stoke on 27 December brought news of birth of J.H.Seale, congratulations.view transcript
Seale 0745 J. Seale to (Mrs. Southcote) Reply to 0744 2 Jan. 1781
Thanks for congratulations & enquiriesview transcript
Seale 0746 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 30 Dec. 1780
Mr. Barter brought letter about birth of J.H.S. Congratulations: thanks for ¼ lamb: expectation of an acceptable Bill (=kind of cheque) A.M.S. has cold & violent cough. Hat & Cloak sent for J.H.S.view transcript
Seale 0747 J. Seale to (Mrs. A.M.Seale) Reply to 0746 2 Jan. 1781 Accident to Capt. Fanshawe
Melancholy account from West Indies. Kettery family much distressed: accident to Capt. Fanshawe, most severe distress to Mrs. R.F. Charles F so ruffled unable to see J.S. - Bill enclosed - Thanks for J.H.S.'s superb dress.view transcript
Seale 0748 J. Seale to Deputy Lieutenants 2 Jan. 1781
Request to enlist a volunteer for the Militia as a substitute.Seale 0749 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 3 Jan. 1781
Thanks for £50 brought by Sam Bully: AMS slightly better: dreadful W.Indies news. Express from J. Fanshawe Sir Hyde Parker come from Jamaica, Capt.R.F. & ship Egment safe with 2 prizes. J.F. constantly sends news. C & E.F. well, son cutting teeth & poorly.view transcript
Seale 0750 Thos Moor to Peter Ougier 10 Feb. 1781
P.O. to refer to Mr. Cullins, concerning no mention of Weymouth Privateer as advised by attorney as Capt. not concerned with bringing The Elizabeth Helena into Falmouth - bad business- Mr. Cullin's draft on P.O. used for disbersements. Hope for better success later.Seale 0751 Peter Woodley to John Seale 17 Feb. 1781 Bickford's Trust
Request for the papers concerning Mr. Bickford's Trust to be sent to Mr. Abraham to be examined. Mr. Smerdon wished to have them.view transcript
Seale 0752 J. Seale to Mr. Woodley Answer to 0751 23 Feb. 1781
Papers to be sent to Mr. Abraham; Mr. Bickford, an "untoward chap". Compliments to Mr. W's bride.view transcript
Seale 0753 Thos. Adams to John Seale 19 March 1781 Snap Dragon's prize
T.A. asks J.S. to favour nephew Peter Symons for the brokerage of the Snap Dragon's prize. P.S. very honest.Seale 0754 Memorandum of J. King 20 April 1781 Body of man washed up
Body of man washed up higher side of Sand Quay. J.K. to report it to Coroner. Inquest next day. Internment 21 April: Bill of Charges on Overseers of Poor Townstal: Parishioners agreed not to pay apart from Burial expenses, sending to the coroner & 4d each for the Jurymen.view transcript
Seale 0755 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 18 June 1781 Capt. F. has a rich prize.
Thanks for £50 & Cyder brought by Capt. Skinner. JHS having 3rd attempt of innoculation. Elizabeth F's health improving, AMS hopes to visit Mt. Boone before end of Summer: her sister Ridout & grand daughter expected: agrees with Mr. Luke concerning price of beef, mutton & veal. Report that Capt. F. has a rich prize.view transcript
Seale 0756 J. Newte to John Seale 21 July 1781
J.S's company requested at the AGM of the Tiverton Club.view transcript
Seale 0757 J.Seale to J.Newte Reply to 0756 21 July 1781
J.S. unable to attend to A.G.M. of the Tiverton Club.view transcript
Seale 0758 Peter Ougier to J. Seale 1781 "The Snapdragon"
Articles of Agreement made between J.S. & P.O. J.S. to have 5/8 & P.O. 3/8 share of the sloop Snap Dragon, which is to be fitted out as a privateer or Letter of Marque. P.O. to be Agent for the sloop thus having an additional claim to an extra share of the prize.view transcript
Seale 0759 from Thomas Goldsmith 1781 "de Liefde" prize
Remarks on the allegations by the Bird privateer claiming a share of the de Liefde a Daton prize. Johan David Gorse Commander taken by the privateer Snapdragon. Thomas Goldsmith Commander.Seale 0760 Appellent Thomas Peake George Harris J. Dunning Repondent Thomas Goldsmith 1781 "de Liefde" prize
Before The Lords Commissionary of Appeals in Prize Causes. Commander of the Bird against the Commander of the Snapdragon, claiming a share of the de Liefde prize.view transcript
Seale 0761 Peter Ougier to John Seale 11 Aug. 1781 "de Liefde" prize
Account of Kirwin's Claim. P.O. had been at Shrewsbury, and had brought 3 of the de Liefde's crew as witnesses. Examination to begin following Tuesday or Wednesday.view transcript
Seale 0762 Peter Ougier to John Seale 16 Aug. 1781 "de Liefde" prize
Rec't for £200. Snapdragon Affair. Cargo good except Tobacco, high price for Coffee. Proctor applied for order of Sale at Dartmouth. Kirwen's Claim lodged. No dividend expected for 6 months. Our Allegation exhibited. Captain examined, interpreter appointed. Mate loyal in spite of bribe. Proctors drew up a State of the case. P.O. certain of success; he would pay Coombe £500. Jenner asked for £200. Admiral Parker's Battle. Bill on Hallidays etc.view transcript
Seale 0763 John Woodley jun'r Undersheriff of Devon to John Seale 25 Aug. 1781 Summoned to Jury
J.S. summoned upon the jury on the Valuation of lands at Plymouth & neighbourhood on Monday 3 September at 10 o'clock at King's Arm Tavern, Plymouth Docks.view transcript
Seale 0764 Sir F. Lemon Rogers to John Seale 28 Aug. 1781
Received J.S.'s 27 August on return from Berry Down Camp, hopes to see J.S. & S.S. for dinner at 3pm.following Thursday. Mr. & Miss Hayne came to see Sir F. & Lady R previous day.view transcript
Seale 0765 C. Fanshawe to John Seale 17 Sept. 1781
Thanks for hare eaten that day by Mrs. AMS, Capt. & Mrs. F with Christianna & Elizabeth. Mr. King & his son set out for Lord Northington's near Axminster. Thanks to J.S. for his compliance.view transcript
Seale 0766 C. Fanshawe to J. Seale 24 Sept. 1781 Monday morning
Messrs. King returned previous evening 8pm but were not heard at the door. Letter from Lord Worthington much obliged to J.S. for his assistance. C. Fanshawe also very grateful Unable to come to J.S. till after the Sessions.view transcript
Seale 0768 Ja's. Williams to John Seal 24 Sept. 1781
J.S's letter came. Bad gout caused delay. J.W's eldest son was gardener for Major Brown of Silverton for about 2 years. J.W. recommends him to J.S. Copy to Major Brownview transcript
Seale 0769 J. Seale to Major Brown, Draft on the back of 0768 24 Sept. 1781
J.S. requests Major Brown to give him a reference concerning James William's son.view transcript
Seale 0770 W. Ilbert to John Seale 27 Sept. 1781 Wednesday 3 o'clock
Unable to fix any settled scheme (of visiting). If Mrs. Ilbert should make any distant visit their respects will be made to J.S.view transcript
Seale 0771 C. F(anshawe) to John Seale 30 Sept. 1781 Monday (Saturday) night
Business urgent so cannot stir from home till after the Session. When they come visits to Mt. Bonne must be short. Only a visit within 8 days to Capt. F & J.S. possible, reaching Mt. Boon Saturday week, leaving on the Wednesday to go to Plymouth, returning Saturday and soon to London. He asks if the horse arrived safe. Copy to F. Luttrell.view transcript
Seale 0772 J. Seale to Frank (Luttrell) 30 Sept. 1781 Monday (Saturday) night
F.L's uncle and friends staying till the following Saturday prevented J.S's visit to Teignmouth. FL going to Dunster Castle. JS out shooting that morning. Asks FL to write to Twigg about Gun JS wanted, to be sent him as soon as possible. Sorry to hear by Mrs. Fownes that Mr. Tom has sciatica.view transcript
Seale 0773 Wm. Harry Vivian to John Seale 4 Oct. 1781
WHV forgot when he saw JS at Blachford to mention Capt. Wallace of the 97th quartered at Dartmouth. He hopes JS will show Capt. Wallace any civility. WHV has fallen from his horse & has 2 black eyes & a bloody nose, he hopes to spend a month in the Isle of Wight. He would be at Cornwood in November.view transcript
Seale 0774 H.L.Brown to John Seal 5 Oct. 1781 Reference for Gardener
James Williams lived with HLB 1½ years or more and has applied to J.S. as a gardener. HLB hopes he may be honest but can say nothing in favour of his sobriety, he has knowledge of gardening but did not exert himself.view transcript
Seale 0775 J. Seale to Mr. Clark,The Builder 5 Oct. 1781
Mr.C did say he would come to JS's house in a fortnight. JS understands that Mr.C thinks the journey long and that when convenient he would come with a servant in a post Chaise or the Diligence coming this way. The change of air might be of service to Mr.C.view transcript
Seale 0776 Tho's Clark to Jn'o Seale Reply to 0775 12 Oct, 1781
Apologies for not yet coming to Mt. Boon. TC has a bad head every day so has to go to His Majesty's Brewhouses South Down as he was carrying on Sunday works there and cannot fix on a time to come.view transcript
Seale 0777 J. Seale to Mr. Williams (senior) 7 Oct. 1781
J.S. could take on Mr. William's son as a gardener if he could get a recommendation for sobriety & Industry, but not otherwise. He hopes he will find a good place.view transcript
Seale 0778 F.H.Luttrell to John Seale 9 Oct. 1781
FHL sorry not to see JS at Teignmouth. JS wrong about when FHL left it. Lake also disappointed. FHL unable to see J.S. before going to Town. No connection with Twigg. FHL's brother could write Twigg describing his gun if J.S. wished. Not yet shot a pheasant, but keen to start. His brother & Camplin already out after Woodcock.view transcript
Seale 0779 J. Seale to Frank Reply to 0778 9 Oct. 1781
J.S. not much of a shotsman without Twigg's assistance. Glad to have FHL to bespeak for JS. Just such a gun as his brother had the previous season at Nethway. C.Fanshawe had 2 five guinea notes with a letter to FHL to pay the expenses.view transcript
Seale 0780 James Williams (senior) to John Seale 10 Oct. 1781
Unjustly injured by Major Brown; wages very low. Wife and 2 children to support. Told by Major Brown he would be given a good character. Promised Father that he would not engage with anyone else before seeing J.S. Refused 2 offers. Took hounds out for Major D. trying to catch a hare.view transcript
Seale 0781 J. Seale to Mr. Williams Reply to 0780 16 Oct. 1781
Old gardener Kelso staying on. Regrets misunderstanding between James & Major Brown.view transcript
Seale 0782 Jos'n Ford to John Seale 13 Oct. 1731
According to Thorn's paper J.S. needs a gardener. JF knows of one of good character, very sorry to hear most of the plants sent to J.S. are dead. Blames person who planted them. Says he would replace them.view transcript
Seale 0783 J. Seale to Mr. Ford 14 Oct, 1781
At present provided. Most of the plants dead not due to bad planting. Informed they had not been transplanted before. Necessary to top spill roots. JS intended calling when last in Exeter, but no opportunity. Ordered Bill to be paid.view transcript
Seale 0784 Cha's Fanshawe to John Seale 13 Oct. 1781
Work prevented CF joining EF. Thanks to J.S. for helping CF to be serviceable to Lord Northington who dined with CF the previous Monday. Lord N. very fat and unlikely to live long. CF might ride to London, he had an increased gravelly complaint. Joe Ford's Bill enclosed.view transcript
Seale 0785 J. Seale to Charles Fanshawe Reply to 0784 13 Oct. 1781
AMS and CF's family quite well. Inactivity bad for CF's complaint. Hopes for good weather if CF rides to London. JS desires EF to pay Ford's bill & Mt. Boon Insurance due Michaelmas.view transcript
Seale 0786 Mrs. A.M.Seale to Mrs. Sarah Seale 29 Oct. 1781
AMS had received the paints, one parcel she kept, the other she would forward to SS, but there were no directions so would beg Mrs. Luttrell for a copy of hers. Guitar to go by the Carrier the next day. AMS poorly & under Mr. Luscombes discipline. Took Emetic Betsie intends to go to Mt. Boone. Requests to pay Mrs. Luttrell for paints. AMS's fine buckles in Cap Box not arrived.view transcript
Seale 0787 Sir F.L.Rogers to John Seale 4 Nov. 1781
Old Fall overjoyed expecting to see Jeff. 10 couple of JS's Hounds at Blachford. Letter from Jack Vivian probably no Broad-Oak for 1781-2. FLR & Lady R look forward to company of J.S. & Family. Request to give Churchward notice that Grace is properly said also plenty of Game and good weather. Self and horses to be oiled.view transcript
Seale 0788 J. Seale to Sir F.L.Rogers Reply to 0787 4 Nov. 1781 0787
Returned from Peter Woodleys after a few sporting days. Jeff very happy with hopes of meeting Fall. JS will give (Dick) Churchward notice of the time the hounds were to be at Blachford the following Saturday & JS the next evening.view transcript
Seale 0789 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 5 Nov. 1781 Great Barn burnt at Worldham
AMS better health. Hopes Mrs. Luttrell likes Guitar. No 2nd hand ones available. Mr. Fanshawe & John Radcliffe set off 4 Nov. Much business. E.F. & son plan to go to Mt. Boon AMS wishes they could go to Plymouth. Great Barn burnt at Worldham, with corn, due to be sold to pay for long overdue rent. Barn repaired at cost of nearly £100 shortly before Lady Roger's death in 1760. John Luttrell soon to marry Miss Drew. Mr. Stoodly making the writings.view transcript
Seale 0790 J. Seale to A.M.Seale Reply to 0789 1781 Tuesday Eve.
EF came to dinner that day with son. Both well. Children all happy together. Glad Mr. Luscombe cured A.M.S. Mr. Woolcott "much engaged". Frost wanted to purify Air. Fanny Barter & Aunt expected at Dinner, did not turn up. King took letter to AMS to Exeter.view transcript
Seale 0791 F.F.Luttrell to John Seale 8 Nov. 1781
A Twigg (gun) ordered for J.S. like gun referred to in old book; not available in less than 3 weeks or 1 month. FFL promised him payment on day it is sent off, so it should come before 1 Dec. Hope to see JS at Christmas. Concerned about "Pip & Trot" a prevailing disorder. Letter sent Saturday to Mrs. Luttrell.view transcript
Seale 0792 J. Seale to F.F.Luttrell Reply to 0791 8 Nov. 1781
Thanks for trouble taken by FFL looking forward to Xmas. Informed that Writings are for F.F.L's brother's Nuptuals. Fanshawe intends leaving London when term ends. Presume Parliament will delay FFL longer. Politics as dark & gloomy as the weather. Visit from Supervisor, extra charge on 3 servants. Surveyor of Windows,over tax. Wish Cornwallis out of scrape & better military success. Twigg to send proof.view transcript
Seale 0793 J.H.Southcott to John Seale 8 Dec. 1781 New Coach
Thanks for offer to take J.H.S's chaise to London to be left with Foster Coach Maker, Piccadilly. JHS shall order new coach. If ready, request for J.S. to bring it when leaving Town. Present for JS's son in chaise. Wishes to know date J.S. sets off so JHS can send game to Frank Luttrell.view transcript
Seale 0794 J. Seale to J.H.Southcott Reply to 0793 9 Dec. 1781
Agrees to carry out JHS's instructions. Will insure game comes to no harm. Little son demonstrates acknowlegements to Godmother Mrs. Southcott for present. Requests thanks to Mr. Grant for lending his gun, which has been returned.view transcript
Seale 0795 Tho's Clark to J'n Seale 9 Dec. 1781
Apologies for not waiting on J.S. at Mt. Boone. Head bad. Full time taken up with business for Government.view transcript
Seale 0796 J. Seale to presumably C. Fanshawe 9 Dec. 1781 draft written on back of 0795
Thanks for accommodating J.S. with chambers. Pleased with bed & mattress. Melly very diligent. Person called to look at chimney; thought he was the chimney doctor, turned out to be Landlord. Friends in Cavendish Square well. Dined with them Saturday. Gloom over Kempenfelt. Mismanagement by Lords Sandwich & G. Germain etc.view transcript
Seale 0797 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 11 Feb.1782
Thanks for £50. Would be glad to know how account stands. Sudden change of weather. AMS had violent cold & cough, but better. EF confined to room, very bad cold. Satin sent to Mr. F. to be exchanged.view transcript
Seale 0798 John Seale to A.M.Seale Reply to 0797 15 Feb. 1782
Something due to AMS at Xmas. JS says she shall have the account with the vouchers when he sees her. Two other drafts making up £50 more has been sent. Everyone well at Mt. Boone.view transcript
Seale 0799 G. Gretton to John Seale 14 Feb. 1782 Geo Gretton Scalded by Kettle
Thanks for favours. GG unable to attend Church due to being scalded from a boiling tea kettle.view transcript
Seale 0800 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 16 Feb. 1782
Thanks for 2 drafts of £25 each. AMS's book & JS's book do not exactly tally but can be rectified. AMS ready to receive JS's & SS's company and any children. E.Fanshawe's & AMS's colds rather better. CF returned from London in Diligence as one horse was ill. Thanks for Music book.view transcript
Seale 0801 J. Seale to Mrs. A.M. Seale Reply to 0800 24 Feb. 1782 Old Mr.Teage Dangerously Ill
Mr. F. must have had a very cold journey from London. Glad he is well. No mistake in account. Old Mr.Teage dangerously ill. JS. Had sent a few salt fish. 6 to be given to Mr. Cummins. Large privateer sold by Messrs Sparks & Lee to an Ostend merchant detained in Plymouth for having a Dutch Commission on board. Sir F. Rogers has another boy.view transcript
Seale 0802 C. Fanshawe to John Seale Saturday 2 March 1782 Birth of daughter to E & C Fanshaw
E Fanshawe had a daughter on 1 March but had a dangerous struggle. Hopeful that the worst is past.view transcript
Seale 0803 Mrs. E. Fanshawe to John Seale 18 March 1782 Thanks for sending Cornish Accounts
E. Fanshawe & daughter both well. AMS had cold. Dr. John brisk & well. CF left Friday fortnight ago for Salisbury Assizes. He was sent for Express to attend Taunton Election, hopes to be at the Castle Exeter following Wednesday. CF vexed to miss Exeter Assizes. Thanks for sending Cornish Accounts.view transcript
Seale 0804 J. Seale to Mrs. E. Fanshawe Reply to 0803 19 March 1782 Fish for the Council
Glad that EF can write herself. Greatly pleased that CF was sent to Taunton. Youlden commissioned to get a dish of Fish Wednesday for the Council. Nothing but 2 rabbits & a hare to send. EF could check Cornish account with the last. Much business at Assizes. Hopes AMS can direct & preside for E.F. As soon as possible JS would be sending £25. Requests that it be delivered to Mr. Pitman of Dunchideok.view transcript
Seale 0805 J. Seale to Mr. Hutton 20 March 1782 Problem with The Post
Not the first time Mr. H. has Insolently refused to take in JS's letters before 9 o'clock when the office is shut. All crossed out.view transcript
Seale 0806 J. Seale to F.F.Luttrell 20 March 1782 To have a House west of London
Thanks for the Songs FFL sent to Mrs. SS & a twig (gun) sent for JS. Request to subscribe for JS to a Racing Calendar & to give away hounds to Sir Thomas Carew, not hearing from Col. Basset, unless FFL's involved. JS glad to have a house 10-30 miles W of London. Thinking of a 2nd trip to London that spring. Criptic message about Finance & Governor Holdsworth.view transcript
Seale 0807 F.H.Luttrell to Seale 26 March 1762 DEATH OF LADY COURTENEY
FHL has no kind of engagement with Col. Basset respecting hounds. Promises to enquire about a house for J.S. New administration at last formed. Lord North excluded from H.M.Councils. The Router of Ministers' a great man, if he can reconcile his conduct to his Honour & Conscience he had a wonderful & convenient share of abilities. FHL wanted a chance but not by a Vote of Censure. Chas. Fox Secretary of State, weak & ignorant Adm. Lee Shore at the Head of the Navy - FHL had pain in his side, hope to go to Bath following Thursday. Report says JS likely to be engaged in a lawsuit etc. LADY COURTENEY DIED 25 March. Mr. Drewe got the memorendum etc.view transcript
Seale 0808 J. Seale TO N. Geare 27 March 1782 Request for copy of James Woodley's Will
Packet received charged 3/6 carriage. Requests a copy of James Woodley's Will. Some person would call for it. Presumes there is no obstacle to stopping the window & erecting the monument at Cornworthy.view transcript
Seale 0809 G. Gretton to John Seale 10 May 1782 G Gretton requests to continue as tenant at Coombe
G.G. resolved not to accept Teage's extraordinary new terms concerning GG's tenancy. Hopes JS will propose terms for GG to continue at Coomb - as JS's tenant on a permanent basis & that GG & his family will not have to move out to make room for J.S.. He would like a corner of the orchard & enough land to feed his cow etc. Mr. & Mrs G. spent two days at Kittery.view transcript
Seale 0810 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 18 May 1782 Threat of Invasion, Order to raise Militia
Invasion threatened. People not relishing the raising of the Militia. CF returned previous Wednesday. EF with bad cold. AMS & her horse not well. Does not think Lady Rogers has been ill. Persistent wet & stormy weather. Sorry to hear about Sir F. Rogers.view transcript
Seale 0811 J. Seale to A.M.Seale Reply to 0810 18 May 1782 Possible Invasion not a problem. To be a Godfather.
Heard by CF that his family is well. Damp & unhealthy season. Influenza etc. JS had slight fever only 2 days. Hopes to return home middle or end of 'this' month (June?) King ordered to send AMS £100. Capt. F. to return, crowned with laurels. CF wrote a possible inscription for Cornworthy. JS to be Godfather to Sir Fred's 2nd son Not worried about possible invasion.view transcript
Seale 0812 J. Seale to Mr. Ougiur & Mr. Gretton 18 May 1782 re. House at Coombe
Returned Thursday from friend's house 20 miles from Town. Sorry about G.G's disagreement with Teage. J.S. not building immediately at Mt. Boone. Intention to let Coombe for a term. Orchard let to Maddicks. Hopes no misunderstanding over Teage. Great success in West Indies. False report about Lord Howe & Dutch Fleet --- - crossed out.view transcript
Seale 0813 J. Seale to Sir F. Rogers 20 May 1782 Success in West Indies
Joy at great success in West Indies. Hope it will bring to the honour of the Country. False report about Lord Howe giving the Dutch Fleet a trimming at the expense of his life. Lord Howe 'revived' that morning.view transcript
Seale 0814 G. Gretton to John Seale 26 May 1782
Thanks for letter & friendly advice. Kennicott the Auctioneer "advice" made GG decide not to accept Teage's proposal. Very clear that GG did not make up excuse not to inhabit his house. GG sad at seeing less of JS but intends to keep in touch with letters.view transcript
Seale 0815 Pet'r Ougier to R't Jenner 28 May 1782 "de Liefde" prize
Copy of letter of J. Seale. Inclosing his expenses & account of 'De Liefde' cause. The 'Birds' claim if Court allows £500 for PO that would be inadequate. PO mislaid copy of the current account so desires the Court to send him one. Sorry wind had changed to E so P.Ocombi not come.Seale 0816 Pet'r Ougier to ?? 28 May 1782 "de Liefde" prize
Copy of Expense Account. Charges incurred by owners of "Snapdragon" on account of a claim by the "Bird" privateer of London, Thomas Peake Commander, on the ship Liefde, a prize of Snapdragon paid by P.O. for acct of said Business.Seale 0817 F.Leman Rogers to John Seale 31 May 1782
Warmest thanks to JS for kind letter. Frederick R. To be Christened by Tom Vivien at Cornwood Church. Proxy would be found for J.S. Other Sponsers :- Sir Francis Basset & Mrs. Phipps of Wotton Court. Hourly expectation of further success for Rodney. McBride not taken, safe at Plymouth. JS & Hayne both at the 'Scene of Action'.Seale 0818 J. Seale to Sir. F.L.Rogers Reply to 0817 31 May 1782 Influenza Epidemic
People in neighbourhood badly mauled by Influenza. JS had it but improving. JS been several times to Parliament. Rolle's motions for recall of Rodney, Mr. Rosemarn seconded, Sir F.Basset proposed to augment Rodney's fortune. Trial of eastern culprits postponed. Report of Rodney's success came by way of France, Officer of the Guards fell in the riot at Grahams Temple. Picture of horse Sultan sold for £29 at Tattersals.Seale 0819 (Mrs) A.M.Seale to John Seale 2 June 1782 Payment of bill (cheque) refused
£25 Bill sent by JS drawn of Halliday & Co. refused payment. AMS exchanged it at Uphams. E.Fanshawe helped with money. Uphams repaid. Assumes some mistake. Written by AMS:- London 30 May 1782 from J.Garsed & Co. to Mr. Lipham.view transcript
Seale 0820 J. Seale to A.M.Seale Reply to 0819 June 1782 Rumours that J.S.near ruined by gambling untrue
Surprised & hurt at letter JS went to Bank. He did not like this kind of mistake. He then had £1000 in the bank. AMS to ask Mrs. Bond when J.S. paid her £700 drawn probably 28 Feb. Report from Dartmouth that JS, AMS's nephew, Messrs Parker & Hayne etc. lost at E.O. Tables. JS never played at E.O.tables. Never lost at cards, dice etc. the value of £100 during life. Seen both Mr. F'sview transcript
Seale 0821 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 12 June 1782 Mr. Jackson died.
Glad mistake to be cleared up. J.S. right to insist Halliday's write to Upham or his Dealer. Heard nothing from King. AMS probably had touch of influenza. Elizabeth F & children still free of it. Not surprised to hear Sir Frederick's request. Mr. Jackson died. Sorry Mrs. Seale has influenza(?)view transcript
Seale 0822 J. Seale to A.M.Seale Reply to 0821 22 June 1782
Parted from Mr. Fanshawe Wednesday. He set off in the Dilly Thursday morning. AMS to ask Upham if he had received letter from Hallidays. Prize cause to be determined the next week after which JS would leave Town. Influenza bad in London & Dartmouth. Bill Manly gave JS news from Devon. He had not the manners to call on AMS. Full called previous week sorrowfull on his overthrow Hutchins elected presentation for his son.view transcript
Seale 0823 (Mrs) E. Fanshawe to John Seale 15 June 1782
Apologies for delay in sending enclosure. AMS recovered from influenza, gone to see how things go on in St. Sidwells. EF & children still well. Hopeful that boisterous wind will blow away the infections.view transcript
Seale 0824 J. Seale to Mrs. E. Fanshawe Reply to 0823 June 1782
Few people have escaped influenza. London very hot & disagreeable. Marriage long talked of soon to be. New Coach finished. EF can expect to hear of new relation within a fortnight. Frank admitted? Devonshire Circuit? Tom an Ensign in 85th Regiment.view transcript
Seale 0825 J. Seale to C.Fanshawe 22 June 1782
CF had lately left London. Advises CF to rise early & walk before breakfast for sake of health. Not pleasing to EF. 2 letters included, one of thanks to EF for her's of 15 June, the other to be given as directed (AMS?)view transcript
Seale 0826 J. Seale to Mr. Gretton 27 June 1782 Returning to the west on HMS Victory
On old cover address to F.F.Luttrell,Copy to Mr. Gretton. Thanks for Friendship. JS walking at 2 o'clock in the City with coat off (due to the heat). JS visited Butt Court, Fleet Street. Mr. G's letter to Mr. Whithurst. Old lady very like FFL. Interest in Mr. G; family. London a red-hot Town. Few people from west left. JS leaving 2nd of following week. Hope for lift on HMS Victory. Mr. Taylor talks of going down on horse back. His daughter in Town. Compliments to Mrs. Gretton.
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Seale 0827 C. Fanshawe to John Seale October 1782 Dispute about the Quay
Thanks for J.S's letter which seems; to prognosticate end of expected dispute about Quay. Mr. Achelu & all JS's tenants should require acknowledgements from person's discharging loding on land they occupy. CF hopes to discuss this with Mr. Prideaux at Mt. Boone. EF should be informed when fleet returns. CF's heifer on hand, worth 8 guineas.view transcript
Seale 0828 Mrs. E. Fanshawe to John Seale 16 Nov. 1782 Madeira Scarce
Mr. Pierca had not a drop of Madeira since then EF applied to all the wine merchants Swales alone had it 5/- per bottle, very expensive. He would only sell 3 or 4 Dozen. Enquiried if any diligence goes out of Totnes on Mondays. AMS disappointed if CF came without children. Granger not at home but servant says he has no Madeira.view transcript
Seale 0830 (Mrs) A.M.Seale to John Seale 20 Jan.1783 Poor man to go to Hospital
Hopes JS got home safe after wet ride. Thanks for Hog head arrived from Skinner's Vessel. Betsy twice out to Miss Sawles previous Saturday. She brought papers to consult with CF. Mr. Carpenter, the Tavistock Attorney at great pains about E.K's affairs. Vivian a great villain. CF off in coach that evening, Poor man to go to Hospital.view transcript
Seale 0831 Walter Prideaux to Charles Hayne 23 Jan. 1783 Forgery of Deeds (accusation)
Gov'r Holdsworth informed W.P. that C.M. had accused WP of forging his Deeds respecting Crowther Hill fields. WP asks CH for the name of the person who gave this false information. He protests his innocence.Seale 0832 (Mrs) A.M.Seale to John Seale 10 March 1783 Boulter to be tried at Salisbury
Thanks for 2 letters & 15 guineas. Coals expected. JS & SS coming next Monday. Family dish, mutton broth would be ready. Luscombes advice so AMS rode out to Franklyn. Fownes to stay with E.Fanshawe. Our Lady Rogers at Oxford Inn en route to Bath, very fatigued. Bells ringing . Lord Hinton to disembody Militia. Boulter & his man taken from Jail chained down in basket to be tried at Salisbury.view transcript
Seale 0833 G. de Haln to John Seale 25 Mar. 1783 Present of Venison
Disappointed at not seeing JS in London. Mr. Ougier's good report of him. Hopes of joining JS at bathing place. Sending JS venison.view transcript
Seale 0834 J. Seale to G. de Haln Answer to 0833 8 April 1783 Conclusion of Snapdragon Affair
Thanks for venison, which Mr. Ougier helped to baste. JS & family coming to London latter end of March. Teignmouth the best bathing place. C.Fox & Ld.North alliance. Snapdragon affair.view transcript
Seale 0835 J. Seale to A.M.Seale 22 April 1783 Recomendation for hospital place
AMS health indifferent, weather good. CF & EF left. JS's preparation for removal. Package to be sent to AMS on Skinner's or some other sloop. Recommendation of a man for hospital not yet given Previous one now fit, but no thanks. Any vacancies for girl with nail in foot. Cousin Woolcot evidently on bad terms with JS.view transcript
Seale 0836 J. King to John Seale 6 May 1783 Ropewalk
Mr. Bennett wishes to have field at West Norton (partly planted with firs) tilled to furze seeds. Advice about building part of Rope Walk, which would be in Maddock's garden; & the adjoining fence. Glad Corporation had been dealt with. Captain Cole taking in things, due to sail following week.view transcript
Seale 0837 J. Seale to J.King Reply to 0836 6 May 1783 Ropewalk
Higher part of field to be planted with furze seed. He likes Kings plan for Rope Walk. But question whether there would be sufficient light. Access to Orchard requires catalague of things sent in Coal's (SSC)Ship by Pinsen or friends. sailsview transcript
Seale 0838 J. Seale to (John Seale) Mrs. Harris 13 May 1783
Draft on ½ sheet. (letter on the back)Airy spacious lodgings. JHS well. Airings in Temple Gardens; his sisters at Franklins. Mrs. S. shopping & visiting. Respects to Miss Kitty from family including Miss Mervin.
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Seale 0839 J. King to John Seale 18 May 1783 Plans for the Rope Walk
Plans for the Rope Walk. JK thought he should be able to manage the wall in Madducks Orchard to give sufficient light. Mr. Echelus must have access to Store Houses etc. ??? could make a very good crisis. Mr. Reeves packed the pianoforte 17 May to be sent with other things. Mr. Bennett going to "Spare the Nutt" at Morley. People kept out. Workman at Key House. Peter prepares for turnips etc.view transcript
Seale 0840 J. Seale to J. King Reply to 0839 18 May 1783 Permission needed to walk in the wood
Likes the way King has contrived the wall & fence. Rowe to be consulted if he comes to Dartmouth. Asks about Leigh's house at Norton. Mr. Gretton tells of his improvements .Cole should sell as soon as possible. Hope the plot at Morely is well spaded & drained. People who want to walk in the wood must have JS's permission first.view transcript
Seale 0841 Mrs. E. Fanshawe to John Seale 21 May 1783 AMS Unwell
Thanks for 3 halves of Bills with 3 halves sent earlier making £50. EF wonders if she should return bill received before JS left Exeter. Maria & Harriet both well & happy with Susan Fanshawe at Franklyn. EF's children both well. Letter from Capt. F. His safe arrival in Plymouth. Thanks SS for letter compliments to Miss Mervin. AMS very complaining & unwell.view transcript
Seale 0842 J. Seale to E.Fanshawe Reply to 0841 21 May 1783 Bought house in Seymour Street
J.S. would be glad of return of bill drawn upon a merchant in London, by Sam. Bought a ready furnished house in Seymour Street; moving in about 12 June. Just back from visit to Cavendish Square, family there well. Saw 2 Miss Fanshaws, & ½ Miss Rogers. Mrs. Robert F soon off to see Capt. F. JS saw him. JS hopes to see more of EF & family during Terms. JS has pain in head. CF said Mrs. Harris is very ill.view transcript
Seale 0843 (Mrs) A.M.Seale to John Seale 26 May 1783 Parson Yarde of Whiteway Murdered
Thanks for letter of 17 May. AMS at Franklyn previous Thursday. Maria & Harriet & E. Fanshawe & family all well. AMS poorly. Skinner arrived. Thanks for 2 Hogsheads of Cider. Mistakes in things sent. Part of the cloths sent to Mr. Cummins for the boy. Mrs. R. Fanshawe in Town has heard of Captains return. Sloop ready to sail. Parson Yarde of Whiteway murdered. Big family. He married Mrs.Shepherds daughter.view transcript
Seale 0844 J. King to John Seale 30 May 1783 Foundations ready. Well dug, good quantity of water
JS's letter of 24 May received enclosures sent Messrs Prideaux & Pinson (who is ill). Mr. Leigh has foundation & stones ready, well dug. Mr. Rowe's £750 contracts Mr. Cretton's improvements. Mr. Cole delayed by wind. Intends sailing 31 May. Inventory of things on board for S. Buller & Pinson. J.Bardens burnt part of his plot at Morley. Mr. K. not yet paid tythes to Mr. Prideaux. Bay Cropt Mare has fine colt, sent to Lodidiswell salt marshview transcript
Seale 0845 John Seale to J. King Reply to 0844 30 May 1783
Notes concerning Mr. Gretton's plot. Capt. Cole the Governor, fruit in the garden. Mr & Mrs. Gretton to check garden & organise garden party(?) guests(?) Mr. & Mrs. Ougier, Mr. & Mrs. Pinsen, Mr & Mrs. Youlden. Were the rooks disposed of? Mr.&Mrs.Woodcot, money account, how was Mrs. Harris.view transcript
Seale 0846 John Seale to Mrs. A.M. Seale 2 June 1783 Broken china, worthless bureau
List of china, much of it broken, a worthless bureau, table cloth & napkins, at end of AMS's letter of 26 May 1783. JS sorry AMS is poorly J. displeased about things sent from Mt. Boone. Thought AMS had chosen bureau. As much as could be spared was sent JS about to move to house in Seymour Street, Portman Square. C. Fanshawe would deliver letter with more news.view transcript
Seale 0847 J. King to John Seale 5 June 1783 Sparke building a quay near New Ground
Mr. Gretton waiting till winter to lay out garden. Capt. Cole sailed previous Friday. Governor in Dartmouth, expected Bond Stone Day but said to have delayed in ???? of Mr. Bastard carrying off Miss Pownall. Fruit not ripe. List of people having rook; Cornworthy rents. Mrs.Harris better. Details of house being built. Goldsmith believes Mr. Ougier & proprietors cheated him. Details of various houses rents & leases. Mr. Sparke began to build his quay etc.view transcript
Seale 0848 John Seale to J. King Reply to 0847 5 June 1783 Ropewalk ---Sell Moreley Estate
Direct next to Seymour Street. Cole arrived presumably with inventory. Make sure Rope House has sure foundations. Leases & rents etc. Cyder Press. Old Mr.King to manage for SS as for Mr. Haynes about division of lands at Brixham. If Justices sit at Moreley make sure window is in order. Sow turnips at Moreley, soon to sell estate. Joe Burns to show people round.Sam fetching children from Franklyn. People & dogs not to go to Rope Walk.view transcript
Seale 0849 J. King to John Seale 15 June 1783 House at Sandquay Ropewalk, Moreley Land.
Inventory of things on board sent with Cole, that of things left at Mt. Boon to come by Pinson. Morely plot spaded & burnt, unable to be ploughed. No known person or dog walked in the walk without leave. Jack Ware & men digging foundations etc. for Rope Walk; they cleaned ???? & replaced water, pipes sound. Quay house not finished. Fan & wife to live there. have Norton Barn -priority. Can housekeeper give Betty Prout(meat?)?view transcript
Seale 0851 J. King to John Seale 20 June 1783 Dispute between Mr Sparke and Corporation (Quay)
Rowe the builder estimate on the Rope Walk not accepted by Maddick the mason. Other masons might nead travelling expenses. No estimate on the houses at Coombe till the prices have stopped falling. JS to decide masons chosen should do rest of the garden walls. Maddick's Barn to be converted to store house, where to thrash corn. Thomas Perring and lease at Brixham. Mr. Sparke's quay and the Corporation labourers ordered to pull down wall.view transcript
Seale 0852 J. Seale to J. King Reply to 0849 & 0851 June 1783 Ropewalk Measurement of Work Dispute..
Rec'd letters of 15 & 26 June. Requests for violin to be sent up by coaster. Cole & things arrived. Has anyone been to Moreley? 1 shilling a week allowed for B.Prout's dinner. Maddick not to be employed, unreasonable & deceitful. Enough room in the barn at Mt. Boon for his cow & threshing floor. Bennet's covenant to be sent up by Pinson for JS to sign etc. Perring to have press. Jeffrey to take care nothing destroys the game. Can he make the young dog into a good pointer?view transcript
Seale 0853 Peter Ougier to John Seale 26 June 1783 Petition to Parliament against the Receipt Tax..
Come 23 June 1783 under cover of le Holn?Petition to Parliament against the Receipt Tax. Mayor etc. pulling down stones from Mr. Sparkes building: attorney's Mr. Prideaux & factotum. Change due to late rains. Prospect of good harvest. Mr. Jenner's Bill. Prize money. Capt. Goldsmith.
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Seale 0854 J. Seale to Sellon Rev. Mr. Smerdon 20 June 1783 Request for family Pew
Request for seat in Mary-le-bone Church, formerly Mr. Colman's.view transcript
Seale 0855 Wm. Sellon to J. Seale 21 June 1783 Pew offered in Chapel
Mr. Smerdon unwell. Dean of Windsor minister of Mary-ler-bone. The Clerk of the Chapel in Portman Square would keep a pew there for Mr. Seale.view transcript
Seale 0856 Mrs. A.M.Seale to John Seale 26 June 1783 Budleigh Salterton purest Sea Air
Received the other half of the bills safe. Been about a week at Budleigh Salterton with two children to bathe. Thanks for description of London house and that the children had a good journey. Mr. Fanshawe escaped after being overturned en route to London. Regards to Miss Mervin.view transcript
Seale 0857 Mr. Drewe to John Seale No Date Before 2 July 1783 Wednesday 4 o'clock Recomended to View Property
Not heard from Mr. Colman. Recommends JS to write to him and to send a servant to view the property.view transcript
Seale 0858 Mr. Seale to Mr. Colman reply to 0857 No Date Before 2 July 1783 reply re Viewing Property
Crossed out:- Mr. Seale had seen Mr. Drewe, but hoped that the meeting would be postponed till after 12.00 or 12.30pm He hoped to send a servant to meet Mr. C's housekeeper to show him the place of things in the house.view transcript
Seale 0859 J. Seale to Rev. Charles Harter 2 July 1783 New Archbishop
Passing 6 weeks since J.S. wrote to C.B. JS met Rector of -------- near Bath, one of 4 delegates sent from Oxford University to pay homage to the new Archbishop. His private concern is with the Duchess of Portland etc.view transcript
Seale 0860 Mrs.Fanshawe & Mrs.R.Fanshawe to Mr & Mrs.Seale Before 2nd July 1783 Formal Invitation Postponed
Formal Invitation postponed. Mrs. Fanshawe's little girl ill. Mrs.R.Fanshawe's apology for not writing. Her hair dresser being with her sends her compliments with Mrs. F's.view transcript
Seale 0861 J. Seale to Kitty (Miss C. Woodley) 2 or 3 July 1783
Surprised at not hearing from Miss Woodley. Asked for news a month before. Pleasant house in London. King has SS's directions to send money when wanted. Best respects to Mrs. Harris.view transcript
Seale 0862 J. King to John Seale Inscribed 6 July 1 July 1783 Wotton of Ashburton ready with Purchase Money
Rec'd letter of 26 June. Violin sent soon by coaster. No one been to Morely. Some turnips put in, little or no cider due to frost. Wall fruit tolerable other fruit variable. Maddick still obstinate. Alfred Rowe to send masons. Maddick's covenant. Would send Bennett's covenant by Pinsoll. Paid Prideaux the tythe. Meeting Perring at Brixham. Old Mr. King to value the press. Jeffrey & the game & young dog. Wotton of Ashburton & Broadhampston purchase money. Harris' will.view transcript
Seale 0863 J. Seale to J. King Reply to 0862 6 July 1783
Rec'd letter of 26 June (1 July?) Send 6 Mahogany chairs with the violin. Maddick very obstinate. Write to Wotton's attorney about transfer. Request to know what Cornworthy rents had been received. Information to be sent by Pinson. Letter endorsed to R. Prideaux with Bank notes. E.Fanshawe spoke of still in loft. Investigate. Zilly to distil rose water & peppermint.view transcript
Seale 0864 J. Seale to J King 10 July 1783 J.S. to Sell Morely
Had express about 6am 9 July. It should have come earlier from Ashburton in time for funeral. King to go to Ashburton with money for Miss Gilby & to check rents & market. Hurst to advise on value. JS selling Morely. Mr. Prideaux to have map from Book Room. Mezzotints to be sent with hall chairs & all plate from iron chest sent to JS. when Cole should come next. Tucker's debt will be paid. Accounts crossed out.view transcript
Seale 0865 J. Seale to (Rev) C. Barter 10 July 1783 Mrs Harris Senile
Augmentation of the living of Cornwall. Bishop of Exeter gone into the Country..Delay's are dangerous. Did CB go to the races? Sam Hine said he bought a blind mare off CB. Hope to be with CB in September. Mrs. Harris gone senile? (Regards) from Sarah S & Miss Dolly Mervin.view transcript
Seale 0866 J. King to John Seale Friday 12 July 1783 Mrs Harris Buried
Rec'd letter of 10 July. Mrs. Harris buried Friday. Mr. Hunt paid Miss Woodley £20 out of £50 required. JK hoped to pay rest following Wednesday. JK expecting £30 for marble & £25 for timber at Cornworthy. Meeting tenants at Ashburton about rents etc. No agreement with Perring about lease. Masons from Exeter working on Rope Walk. Old White Horse killed by fall. Chairs, pictures & violin & dried salmon to be brought by Capt. Salisbury. Some stills available. Brooking wants key to Walk. Spark & Corporation Trial. Lightening caused fires.view transcript
Seale 0867 J. Seale to J. King 15 July 1783 ( On back of J.Kings letter of 1 July 1783) Morely to be advertised
Not heard from JK since 1 July. Enclosed letter to go to Prideaux. Hope Moreley plot put down to turnips. To be advertized for sale 25 April in Sherbourne Mercury. Presume map had been sent to R.Prideaux. 4 pairs of pillows to be sent up from Mt. Boon - send gun to F.Luttrell at Dunster Castle. Expecting Pinson for sometime. Mrs. Gretton wanted the Bureau bed.view transcript
Seale 0868 J. Seale to J. King Reply to 0866 12 July 1783
Hopes Miss C. Woodley's (?) money is dealt with. JS wanted money, also some for Mt. Boon. Keys for wood to be kept at Jack White's house when finished. N.Brooking to borrow JK's key, also Mr. Gretton & Mr. Newman. Moreley & Capton part of the schedule of Estates to be cut off for JS & wing to be shown to interested people.Turnips at M. to be hoed to show capability of improvements. Post able still to go to Exeter early to preserve from 2/6 for 1st man to bring cornish salmon.view transcript
Seale 0869 J. King to John Seale Reply to 0867 15 July 18 July 1783
Letter forwarded to Prideaux who had map of Morely. Turnips soon sewn. Items required, including documents on board Capt. Salisbury. Mr. Gretton returned some goods. JK paid Miss Woodley £50 everthing sorted out for her by late Mrs. Harris. Difficult to raise money. Bill concerning marble enclosed. Tucker unable to pay rent. The house at Tiverton could be mortgaged. Table of Incomes & outgoings. Repairs & Taxing etc.view transcript
Seale 0870 J. Seale to J. King Reply to 0869 (18th July) 26 July 1783
Rec'd bill. £30.12.6 Aug. prospect of a good crop at Moreley? If Coaster not gone Mrs S's bureau to be sent. Plate to come by Cole. Goods to be appraised by Kennicot when Gretten has chosen. Bureau bed sent to Mr. Gretton not to be parted with. £100 needed: tenants very slow paying rents. JS coming down before 25 August. Peter Gibbs to ride round inspecting the estate. Enquiry after trees planted in 1782.view transcript
Seale 0871 C. Barter to John Seale 22 July 1783 To Mention Harris Monument
JS's note:- apricots for Mr. Eveleigh.Many severe disappointments about augmentation of income. Paying repects to Bishop soon, will refer to Harris monument. President of Oriel to spend late summer at Salcombe & then to Lisbon. Harvest mostly good. Lightning damage at Tidaford. The scandalous Chronicler.(Miss Mervin's name for C.B.)
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Seale 0872 J. King to John Seale Reply to 19 July 25 July 1783 Request for share of Prize Money
Schedule of Moreley Manor enclosed and bill of £21-9-6. Chairs too late for Capt. Salisbury, going by next coaster. Previous Wednesday Snapdragon money paid out. Nothing for JK from the proprietors, others received much. Mr. Ougier willing to pay his share to JK. Mr. Prideaux consulted. A mistake? Mr. Bennett's man applies to JK about house at Norton intended as a public house. Given a good character about to get married.view transcript
Seale 0873 J. Seale to J. King July 1783 Reply re. Prize Money
Rec'd money & schedule. Capt. Salisbury arrived safely. JS not offended with JK about plea for help. Surprised. Not hopeful about owner's giving anything. JS certainly would contribute & so might Mr. Prideaux. Mr. de Hunn said Mr.Ougier was taking possession of a ship soon. Bennett's man to have house at Norton at fair price. Progress of Mr.Leigh building?view transcript
Seale 0874 Th's Perring to John Seale 27 July 1783 Final Dividend of Mr Penfound's effects
Final dividend of Mr. Penfound's effects to be made 19 August in Exeter.view transcript
Seale 0875 J. Seale to T. Perring Reply to 0874 2 Aug. 1783
Uncertain how JS's debts stand. Papers at Mt.Boon. Mr. Manley should know.view transcript
Seale 0876 J. King to John Seale Reply to July 26 & 29 1 Aug. 1783 Grateful for help. Reports on Estate business.
JK very grateful. Mr.Leigh's building progressing well. Rope Walk beams to be put in following week. Good crop of turnips likely at Moreley. Many firs from William's died the rest thrive. Capt. Coles to sail in about a month or 6 weeks. Mr. Rennals seldom comes. A man from London in lodgings wants a house in neighbourhood. Mr. Treby in JS's house in Plympton, wants to buy a house. JS asked to do all Grand Jury.view transcript
Seale 0877 J. Seale to J. King Reply to 0876 1st Aug . August 1783 Mount Boon not to Let
Mr. Ougier not coming to London so would write about JK's share (from Snapdragon) Mrs. S's bureau not to be sent up. JS's orders about walkers in the Rope Walk must be attended to. The man from London was Capt. Boys asking about renting part of Mt. Boon. JK to tell him Mt. B. was not to let. JS needed information about this from JK. No list of things on board Capt. Salisbury's ship which had arrived. Apples very scarce in London. Not all the culm is to be removed from JS's quay. JK to investigate.view transcript
Seale 0878 J. King to John Seale 3 Aug. 1783 Plums Stolen and Suspician of poacher
Green plums stolen and tree much broken in the garden. Jeffrey & Trounce found 2 apprentices and one servant of Bennett's at 3am picking green plums and nectarines. A suspician of a poacher a hare pipe found.view transcript
Seale 0879 J. Seale to J. King Reply to 878 3 Aug. 8 Aug. 1783 Punishment of the garden robbers
JS will punish garden robbers. The servant, the ring leader, his wages in Bennett's hand will be given to the poor in bread. Mrs. S. had been much out of order, but better. Ougier's reply to JS's letter. Hopes helpful to JK. Goldsmith very troublesome, starting a lawsuit. JS expects to come down latter end of August will discuss G's complaints.view transcript
Seale 0880 Mr. Floud to Mr. Seale Invitation Before 5 Aug. 1783
Acceptance of Invitation on Sunday.view transcript
Seale 0881 J. Seale to Mr. Furley 5 Aug. 1783 Reports of sale of Mount Boone
Mr. F's daughter had declared in Dartmouth that an advertisement stated that Mt. Boon was to be soldview transcript
Seale 0882 Miss J. Farley to John Seale Reply to 0881 10 Aug. 1783 Apology re. Rumours of Sale of Mt Boone
Surprised & distressed. Advertisement in an Exeter paper a year before had stated that Mt. Boon was to be 'set' or sold, not the estate. Sorry for misrepresentations.view transcript
Seale 0883 J. Floud to J. Seale Before 19 Aug. 1783
Hope to dine that day with Mr. Seale. If no answer will come at 4.30.view transcript
Seale 0884 J. Seale to Mr. Farley 19 Aug. 1783 Request that the rumours are denied
JS. Has received application (for purchase) of Mt. Boon. Requests that Miss Farley denies the report that Mt. Boon is for sale.view transcript
Seale 0885 J. King to John Seale 12 Aug. 1783 Rec'd letters of 5 & 8 August Common report about letting Mt. Boone
JK to see Goldsmith 13 August. Waited on Capt. Boys. Common report about letting Mt. Boone. JK constantly contradicted it. JK's letter of 18 July should have list of things sent by Salisbury. Apples very scarce, no hazel nuts. Many French nuts. Much culm still left at Quay. Ringleader of garden robbers, aprentice, Gartley. entitled to an estate when of age, a fourth robber jumped over wall & ruptured himself.view transcript
Seale 0887 J. Seale to J. King 12 Aug. 1783 J.K. to receive share
Mr. Ougier had written stating that Goldsmith had begun a suit against him. JS asked what G had said to JK about JS's message. Goldsmith said that JK was mistaken in doubting his ability etc. etc. No news of the Gun JK was to send to Dunster Castle for Mr.Francis Luttrell. JS hoped the coffee had been sent to Exeter as Mrs. Seale had ordered. JK to send JS's compliments to Mr. & Mrs. Woolcot. List of places at or near Dartmouth for sale required*---crossed out *view transcript
Seale 0888 J. King to John Seale Reply to 0887 (12 August ) 15 Aug. 1783 Apology for possible offence to Ougier (prize money)
Apologies for possibly offending Ougier. Thanks to JS for sorting it out. Mr. Prideaux expected. D.Khan to come down in Capt. Salisbury's vessel. Goldsmith cutting off crew members shares of Snapdragon prize. His suit in Chancery against Ougier. Jeffrey cleaning guns. Gun to be sent, Mr. Luttrell's gun, Mr.Echelas got coffee for Mrs. Seale. Messrs Ougier, Wright, Rennals, Walcotte sent compliments & Mrs. Walcott love to Mrs. S.view transcript
Seale 0889 J. Seale to J. King Reply to 0888 26 Aug. 1783 J.K. should have asked for share earlier.(prize money)
Thanks for bill. Mr. Ougier had said JK had been a little premature in his expressions. JK' should have applied for his share from the Snapdragon affair earlier. JS hopes to bring Goldsmith to a right understanding. JS not leaving London till after the birth of their child.view transcript
Seale 0890 E.M.Seale to Mrs. S. Seale 1873 No Date
Got home about 8 o'clock, agreeable ride, sore throat much better. Nancy Wood came previous day. Sorry to be home; hopes to return on horseback. JS wrote that the better EMS the sooner he would return etc. Enclosure to be given to Mr. Duncan.view transcript
Seale 0891 J. King to John Seale Reply to 0889 (26 August) 31 Aug. 1783 List of Plate, Mt Pleasant House to be sold
JK much out of order so could not write earlier. Mr. Duncan had sailed previous week, JK will forward letter if possible. Hopes to have money for JS soon. 30 August things shipped on young Cole's vessel - List of things. Jeffrey to go tomorrow to catch Partridges at Moreley. Fewer near Mt. Boone & Norton. Fine Brace of pheasants on Townstall Hills. Mr. Luttrell at Mt. Boon week before last. Mt. Pleasant Home to be sold.view transcript
Seale 0892 C. Woodley to John Seale 31 Aug. 1783 Funeral of Lord Ashburton
CW unable to write earlier, poorly for a long time but now better. Lord Ashburton brought from Exmouth & buried previous Wednesday. He left £120,000 apparently. CW had some of his Aunt's hair to keep care of till be sees JS.view transcript
Seale 0893 J. Seale to Miss Kitty Reply to 0892 9 Sept, 1783
Did not hear from Miss K after 3 successive letters to her. Sorry about illness. Advises her not to stay indoors too much. Mrs. S. ill & expecting child, so will stay in London till the birth. £100 would be sent by next post.view transcript
Seale 0894 (Mrs) A.M.Seale to John Seale 1 Sept, 1783
Glad Sarah Seale is better. Previous week E. Fanshawe had violent fit of stone & gravel, but better, though not quite free of complaint. Little boy well. Thanks for cheese bought by Sam. JS had to pay double postage for AMS's letter. AMS would speak to Mr. Coffin about it. Request for small bill. C.Fanshawe returned from Bridgwater previous week.view transcript
Seale 0895 J. Seale to A..M.Seale 4 Sept. 1783
Bill of £50 enclosed. AMS not to say anything about double postage to Mrs. Coffin unless she had already done so. JS will inform AMS if it happens again. As AMS would pay double postage for the present letter JS would enclose a letter for CF. Hopes CF made a good harvest.view transcript
Seale 0896 J. King to John Seale 7 Sept, 1783 Norton Fair
Rec'd letter from JS of 2 September.Jeffrey taken about 6 brace of partridge. Ponto the dog well; Miss Hayne sent over for Phillis from Lupton. Norton Fair to be advertised in the Sherborne Mercury? What diversion would JS prefer? Mr. Treby wanted to purchase or take Lease of a house in Plympton. He desired an answer.
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Seale 0897 J. Seale to J. King Reply to 0896 Sept 1783
Partridges to be sent to Exeter, Mrs. Woolcot & Mr. Gretton, the rest for JS's arrival. Hopes Phillis home as Jeffrey cannot get so many (partridges) with Ponto. If JS not back for Norton Fair, send off advertisement for breeches. Lease at Plympton. Zelly's salmon good but too salt. Young Cole not come. Hope Mare had recovered.view transcript
Seale 0898 (Mrs) A.M.Seale to John Seale 8 Sept. 1783
(Half of a letter not preserved). (Sarah S not well?) Was Mrs. Mervin with her? Her sisters should be with her. E.Fanshawe gained strength & children well. CF left previous evening to attend business at Guildhall.view transcript
Seale 0899 (Rev) C. Barter to John Seale 11 Sept, 1783 Buckland Monacoram Living £200 per annum
Disappointed at not hearing from or seeing JS & SSW for a long time. Widow of Mr. Crymes appointed CB to vicarage of Buckland Monacarum. Waiting on the Bishop to allow CB to continue Cornworthy as well. He also asks JS to favour him. One Cornworthy partridge has yet been alasview transcript
Seale 0900 J. Seale to C. Barter 15 Sept. 1783
Congratulations. Very pleased. Sarah S not well, therefore waiting in London till the arrival of a new acquaintance (a baby?) People of Cornworthy would miss CB, Though pleased at his good fortune.view transcript
Seale 0901 J King to John Seale 21 Sept. 1783
Partridges sent to Mrs. Seale & Messrs Gretton & Woolcott. Phillis home from Lupton. Jeffrey & the Spaniels. Norton Public House not ready for Fair. Carpenters busy on Rope Walk, no others available. 2 salmon to be sent by carrier. Young Cole sailed about a fortnight ago. More on Salt marsh. Very good grass, mare not much better. JS's new purchase at Aveton Gifford, the tenant, its rent etc. bad repair. Barley mostly very poor. Cider apples stored.view transcript
Seale 0902 J. Seale to J. King Reply to 0901 25 Sept. 1783
Presumes Norton Fair advertisement put in Sherbourne Mercury for Breeches as public house not ready. Young Cole arrived with chairs & plate. JK said Leigh's Gretton's & his own contracts were included. JS thought he had mislaid them. Mrs. S. pretty well and able to set out for Mt. Boone soon. Mare evidently not fit to carry portmanteau. Jack White should prepare to plant in gaps in the wood.view transcript
Seale 0903 J. King to John Seale 25 Sept. 1783 Renewal of Insurance on Mt Boone.
Rec'd letter from the Clerk of the Sun Fire Office at Exeter concerning renewal of Insurance. Most valuable goods removed from Mt. Boone. Bill enclosed. Wotton ready to purchase Estate at Broadhempston by 5 or 6 October.view transcript
Seale 0904 Mrs. E. Fanshawe to John Seale 1 Nov. 1783 Lease of Plympton House
Thanks for £50. Lease of Plympton house sent. Asks JS to call in on way to Plymouth to check the papers. Mr. Fanshawe off to London following Tuesday. Sarah S not well, complaint on breast. Loss of Parkhouse, hopes Miss Mervin keeps up SS's spirits better than doctors. Presumes little girl is well. A.M.Seale very unwell.view transcript
Seale 0905 From J. King 2 Nov. 1783 (Tuesday)
Capt. Cole intends sailing to London on 3 or 4 November with the goods. No fish available from Mr. Pinson; no pigeons. Letter from Mr.Hurst about John White, tenant at Friends House, Ashburton & his rent. Jeffrey and his clothes. Bound stones on divided lands Brixham fixed. Thieves who robbed Burgoin sent to Exeter gaol.view transcript
Seale 0906 Plans for Poorhouse in Townstall 9 Nov. 1783?
Notice given in Townstall Church to consult about a Poor House. It has been agreed that St. Clare's Chapel be bought for £90. A maximum of £250 to be taken up at £20 each by the Trustees. Interest & principal paid by & out of the poor rates etc. Trustees to be appointed annually at the time of choosing new overseers. Trustees to choose 3 of their number to assist overseers etc. The substance of this plan had met with general approval.. At a meeting that week is was agreed that this should be drawn up by an attorney.Signature J. Seal crossed out. List of Trustees chosen similar to the list of 10 February 1784 but with the addition of Mr. William Teage. view transcript
Seale 0907 C. Barter to John Seale 9 Dec. 1783
Mrs. Seale recovered, children brisk. Sending off cocks by Jeffrey. Just off to Moreley on horseback.view transcript
Seale 0908 J. Seale to Cha's Barter Reply to 0907 17 Dec. 1783
Thanks for game, very acceptable. Uncertain when CB is at Cornworthy. Hopes CB has heard from Oxford. Exercise good for Rector otherwise he would be too fat for his stall. Gloomy weather in London.view transcript
Seale 0909 Sam'l Cole to John Seale 12 Dec. 1783 Sloop to be built. Hellem tree for keel
Contract with Rowe to build a sloop. Asks if it would be built on JS's Quay and to use an elm growing nearby for a keel.view transcript
Seale 0910 J. Seale to Capt'n Cole Reply to 0909 12 Dec. 1783
JS has given J.King directions about the sloop. Glad Capt. C. has got work.view transcript
Seale 0911 J. Seale to J. Brown 12 Dec. 1783 Hembro Estate
Supposed intention of Mr. Brown's intention of selling his Hambro estate. JS suggested that Mr. B. might consider renting or leasing it. Note at top:- Mr. B. had no intention of parting with the estate..view transcript
Seale 0912 C. Woodley to John Seale 19 Dec. 1783
C.W. believed it was JS's intention of giving £100. She had heard nothing of the garden. view transcriptSeale 0913 J. Seale to Kitty (Woodley) Dec 1783 Balloon with Basket for Passengers Reply to 0912 crossed out.
By the next post JS would send £100 the annuity due to Miss K. Very large balloon let off with basket for passengers. Easy for Miss K. to come to London with E.Wind.view transcript
Seale 0914 J. Seale to Miss Caty (Woodley) Reply 1 March 1784 Two Parties contending for power in the Town.
JS would soon be able to remit Miss C. some bills by Robert Abraham. Mr. King disappointed in receipt of money at Ashburton. Mr. Dolbear postmaster at Plymouth. Mr. Brown in charge of Mrs. Jackquery's financial affairs. 2 Parties contending for power in Town.view transcript
Seale 0915 (Rev) C. Barter to John Seale at Mrs. Seal's 22 Dec. 1783 Building a Parsonage House
Bishop pleaded CB's case before the Society £200 offered if £200 could be raised. Sir T.Acland had promised. Thanks to JS for sentiments concerning building a vicarage. Calculations of cost. Congratualtions to Mrs. S. on restoration of lost Lamb; dangers in metropolis.view transcript
Seale 0916 J. Seale to C.Barter Reply to 0915
CB's letter went to London & back. JS thinks he could find an estate in Cornwall to annex to the Living. Present parsonage could be repaired & altered for £400; consult Rowe. Enough room in house for as many children as Muley Ishmael. CB could be as potent as a Prince.view transcript
Seale 0917 J. King to J. Seale 23 Dec. 1783 Reply to a letter of 16 Dec Rope Walk nearly covered.
Forwarded Mr. Brown's letter. Mr. Dolbeare's bond still sent to Franklin. Cropt Mare better. Mr. Pinson going to London. Moreley turnips sold. Bennett's Covenant. Leigh's field. John Reed not traced. Two shoemakers called Reed. Rope Walk nearly covered. Carpenter Wollacott's bad accident. Turnips in Dollings plot. Tree for Cole's keel by Coombe Shute. Survey for Friends & Shillabeers Houses in Ashburton. Not heard from Hurst about 2 houses. Goldsmith & Chancery case. Jetsam's money. Penny's application & rent. Application for veined marble. Barley & seeds for Moreley. Various properties. Holdsworth & Townstal pews.view transcript
Seale 0918 Robert Prideaux to John Seale 6 Jan. 1784 Land purchased by Harris in 1757
Looking over Title to Headborough. Ashburton purchased by Harris in 1757. Advice to keep Carswell Meadow & Hearles Park, being votes. Instructions needed. Hopes to meet Mr. Abraham, Mr. Adams apprehensions about Election. Dinner with Southcote of Buckland 5 January.view transcript
Seale 0919 J. Seale to R. Prideaux Jan 1784? Reply to 0918
Question whether any part of Headborough estates are votes. Request to check this with Hurst concerning 2 fields. A letter enclosed to be forwarded to Buckland. Concern about Parson Adams apprehension about Dartmouth & JS's effect on the people there, and wishes to distinguish true from false friends.view transcript
Seale 0920 J. Seale to Mr. Gretton 15 Jan. 1784 Poorhouse
Sorry not to hear from Mr. G. Steward sent JS a draft of resolution of Townstall parish.respecting an intended Poor House : a good plan. JS told Mr. Pinson that the Governor should get the required price for a full lease from the Corporation. The Trustees named should choose a committee of a Treasurer & 2 others to oversee the work & later the furnishing & any necessary deviation to be estimated by 2 people & possibly a third to avoid abuse by the contractor. JS inspected the large Mary-le-bone work house. A good director was most important; The success or failure depended on this. JS suggested that Mr. G. should be an inspector & treasurer.view transcript
Seale 0921 J.H.Southcote to John Seale 18 Jan. 1784 Talk of Parliament,Pitt & Fox
JHS at Exeter 10-15 Jan. with Coffin & Elliott. Recommended Bastard to them; he was quite likely to succeed. Baring lost friends due to duplicity. Buller had little chance of support from Ilbert & Kitson. JHS called at St. Sidwells the day they lost little boy. JHS marooned by snow, after which he hoped to meet JS at Bath. Nothing could be done in Parliament if Fox continued to oppose except through back stairs etc. Pitt at disadvantage. Erskine great. J.H.S. received express from powerful friend in London. Request for JS to enquire about seats in Parliament, but not to mention JHS. Copy of Dartmouth charter sent by Frank to London. Sir T. Carew had promised JS his interest in Dartmouth.view transcript
Seale 0922 C. Fanshawe to John Seale Monday 19 Jan. 1784 Death of C. Fanshawe's Daughter
At 4pm 18 January 1784 Death of Daughter. John's cough very bad, but not dangerous says Dr. Glass. Elizabeth F. less agitated than expected. Hopes to come to London that week.view transcript
Seale 0923 J. King to J. Seale 20 Jan. 1784
Not yet received Dolbeare's money, promised later. Survey appointed for Leasing Friends & Shillabears Houses. Both in bad repair. Estimate of lease. Ask's for JS's estimate. Mr. Echelas angry at Fox's working in Rookery. Accident to Rope Walk Wall - probably due to frost. Mason ordered to repair it.view transcript
Seale 0924 J. Seale to J. King Jan.1784 Reply to 0923 Hopes to receive Dolbeare's money soon
Hopes to receive Dolbeare's money soon. JK to make as much as possible out of Friends & Shillabeers Houses. Letter enclosed for Mr. Echelar. Mr. E & Rope Walk. JS pleased if ME or Mr. Holdsworth employed (Fox) Letter from Eanes about accident to wall. Unlike JK's opinion said to be badly built. If so it required new builder. Wine & Claret etc. needed.view transcript
Seale 0925 A Pinson to John Seale 20 Jan. 1784 Mr. Ougier V Goldsmith to be determined by arbitration.
Thanks for news but already known. JS's conduct approved of; other side of House silent; many friends in the town (Dartmouth) Mr. Ougier V Goldsmith to be determined by arbitration. A.P's journey to London postponed.view transcript
Seale 0926 Vincent Echelar to John Seale 24 Jan. 1784 Dispute re ropemaking
Fox & Kine called to carry on spinning on JS's premises; very hurtful to V.E.; not what JS promised when he began the New Walk.view transcript
Seale 0927 J. Seale to V. Echelar 2 Feb. 1784 Reply to 0926 Dispute re ropemaking
Letter sent to King explaining liberty granted to Fox so he could get a living hopefully by V.E. JS knew nothing of the other name (Kine) while V.E. had Rope Walk. JS would not harm him.view transcript
Seale 0928 King to Seale 6 Feb. 1784 Ship from Lisbon lost on Rocks. Severe Weather
Bids for Friends House low. Tenant, J.White's offer, no bid for Shillabeers House. Mr. Echelas & notice to quit Rope Walk Field. Weather. Snow & sharp frost previous night. Jeffrey at Cornworthy after hares. Frost too cold for greyhound at Norton & for mason. One ship so far arrived from Lisbon sunk in Little Dartmouth. Hopes to get wine. Walls mostly well built. Walls, one frost damaged. Slight water damage in House. Jack White employed in garden etc.view transcript
Seale 0929 J. Seale to J. King 6 Feb. 1784 Reply to 0928 Severe Weather Hard on Poor
Rents from Friends & another house. Severe weather. Suggestion that Pinson & Gretton put up the subscriptions for the poor. Hopes Rope House would be ready for Mr. Echelas. Jeffrey to guard game. Maddick's to complete garden wall. Later a house to be built. Hurst & receipt of Casfer's mortages. Money due from Dolbeare. Sarah Lavis & Rich.Perring to ??? on Blackier's leaseview transcript
Seale 0930 V. Echalar to John Seale 8 Feb. 1784 Re. Ropemakers
Cellars at Sand 'Key' needed for gardeners house; would be cleared. Fox told he could work in Mr. E's walk with wages as other men. His hemp would be paid for.Men left Mr. Holdsworth of own accord; offered work if they returned.view transcript
Seale 0931 J. Seale to Mr. Echalar 10 Feb. 1784 Reply to 0930 Re. Ropemakers
(Was wages dispute reason men left Mr. Holdsworth: crossed out) JS wrote to King about Fox. Did Fox leave Mr. Holdsworth to set for himself? JS hoped he would acquiese in Mr. E's proposal and not lose out.view transcript
Seale 0932 G. Gretton to John Seale 10 Feb. 1784 Meeting re. Townstall Poorhouse
Poor House at Townstall, Only 4 at meeting, resolutions enclosed & decisions postponed till house-governess is established. Non attendents had no power to overturn plan. GG ignorant of Treasury matters. Weather bad for newly planted Espaliers etc.view transcript
Seale 0933 Parish Meeting at Edmund Henley's House 10 Feb. 1784 (Tuesday) St. Clares Chapel to be Poorhouse
Meeting held in pursuance of a notice in Townstal Church on Sunday 8 February 1784. Agreed that St. Clare\'s Chapel held of the Corporation of Dartmouth by Arthur Holdsworth by lease, be bought for use as a poor house . 18 Trustees appointed 3 of whom they were to choose to deal with all necessary arrangements. The scheme to be financed by the poor rates. The resolutions were to be drawn up by Mr. Walter Prideaux, attorney at law.Signaturies:- G.Gretton,Vicar J. Teage A. Holdsworth E.P.Banfill H.Limbrey G.Y.Sparke A.Pinson G.Dolling R.Hutchings R.Honey J.Oliver
Trustees:-J. Seale, H. Limbrey,A.Holdsworth Rev.G.G.Gretton,H.Land A.Pinson, J. Teage W.Newman,J.Oliver R.Honet,G.Y.Sparkes R.Hutchings, J.Alison G.Dolling, W.Geaves E.P.Banfield
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Seale 0934 J. Seale to Mr. Luttrell Inscribed 12 February 10 Feb. 1784 Wednesday Inconvenient not to meet Luttrell
Mrs. Bastard's subscription paid (crossed out) (Note used as scrap paper) Inconvenience of not seeing Mr. Luttrell before end of February when JS has engagement. Good fire & port to keep out cold. Very severe frosts. Newspapers give account of politics. Mr. L's water closet.view transcript
Seale 0935 James Fox to John Seale 12 Feb. 1784 Fox grateful for offer of work
JF grateful that JS had asked Mr. Echolaz to give him work; he had half a ton of hemp coming from London. Nurse sent duty to JS's "mistress" & love to the childrenview transcript
Seale 0936 J. King to J. Seale 13 Feb. 1784 Town to Send Vote of Thanks to His Majesty the King
JS has cottage etc. at Cornworthy on death of John Efford. Mary Wakeham former owner. Repairs wanting. Possible tenant, Mr. Eshelas would employ Fox, sent Foreman to him, Fox not satisfield, has purchased hemp etc. JK received young trees, & seeds, anxious about severe weather, gave Mr. Gretton francs for letter to JS. Inhabitants' address of Thanks to HMview transcript
Seale 0937 J. Seale to J. King 19 Feb. 1784 Reply to 0936 Provision for Poor in the Severe Weather
Rent & repair of Cornworthy. Lowe Echelas concerned about competition from Fox who was afraid of not finding work so wanted to start his own rope making business. JS opposed this but did not want Fox to be forced to leave. Seedsman's bill enclosed but JK is to check the trees, and to tell what has been done to help the poor of Townstal in the cold.view transcript
Seale 0938 Eliz. Famshawe to John Seale 14 Feb. 1784
As well as can be expected after dreadful shock. Weakened after long confinement. Not interested in politics. John Charles F. at Star Cross, care of Mrs. Pitts, cough better. Roads almost impassible. CF delayed in London. Deep snow. A.M.Seale has cold.view transcript
Seale 0939 J.F.Luttrell to John Seale 20 Feb. 1784 Referring to a Debt Owed
Great fall of snow delayed letters. Apologies for disappointing JS. But Sir Thomas Gunston had not yet paid J.F.L. as he was disappointed at money owed him. JFL would try to get the money from W.Drewe. Daughter just weaned. Hopes to be in Town in about a fortnight.view transcript
Seale 0940 P.Ougier to John Seale 22 Feb. 1784 Dispute about Poor Money--- Severe Weather
P.O. left London so missed invitation. Possible union of parties or dissolution of Parliament within the next week. Extremely inclement weather. Poor suffering, liberal donations. Person appointed by Goldsmith caused delay till F.O threatened he would not enter into other Award Bonds: concerning dispute about poor money. P.O. appointed Messr. Pinson, Goldsmith & W.Holdsworth who appoint?? not from Dartmouth. Messrs Sanders & Hay bankers of Exeter who would appoint a third man to decide the business. With better weather people would be fitting out ships. Poor state of Commerce.view transcript
Seale 0941 J. Seale to J.F.Luttrell 5 March 1784 Reply to 0939
Mr. Drewe unable to help. JS needed £1000 by 20 March. JS expected to see JFL's brother that day. JS would have liked to be on a grey horse bought by the Duke of Bedford. JFL not expected till after the Assizes. The fox runs well. Glad the Luttrell nursery are well.view transcript
Seale 0942 J.H.Southcote to John Seale 22 Feb. 1784 Worst Winter in Living Memory
Heavy rain, snow departing. Worst winter in living memory. Many sheep died, provisions scarce. Dartmouth Address sent to London. The people concerned. The Election. JS's application to Sir T. Carew. JHS has ?????? bolt to Marlat Corporation. He required money from J.S.Parson Adams' son's. Possible lectureship at Kingsbridge.view transcript
Seale 0943 Walter Shellabeer to John Seale 22 Feb. 1784 Wanting Letter of Introduction
Unable to get a living at Ashburton, asks for a letter from J. Seale to Plymouth Customs.view transcript
Seale 0945 J. King to (J. Seale) 24 Feb. 1784
House at Cornworthy & its rent. Received Seedsman's bill, sent on to JS. Seeds right, trees different. Mr. Fox ill, child just died. Mr. Gretton said no more work done to Rope Walk. Working out subscription account. £5 from JS. Pinson proposaed Prideaux to draw Articles respecting Workhouse not Perring. Meeting following Monday. John White accepted Friend's House. JK preparing lease. No offer for Shillabeer's. Mudge the Taylors house, Mr. Sunter desires to buy lease. Wool not sold Tig ordered. £16 from Rich. Hurst not received caters or Lavis Lona's. Blackler's Garden. Garden walls part of Rope House, floor done, delayed by weather.view transcript
Seale 0946 Andrew Hilley J'nr to John Seale 25 Feb. 1784
Believing JS is parting with J.King. AH offers himself as steward.view transcript
Seale 0947 J. Seale to A. Hilley (5?) Feb. 1784 Reply to 0946
No thoughts of changing steward. Surprised about misunderstanding.view transcript
Seale 0948 James Fox to John Seale 27 Feb. 1784 Pleading Letter to be able to continue working
Sorry that JF cannot get ground to work. Mr. Echelas' abandoned character, hopes he falls in pit dug for JF etc. JF's family all ill, one child recently died. JF doubtful if he can work again. Hopes to stay a month or two before JS drives him out. Friends lent money to buy hemp etc.view transcript
Seale 0949 J. Seale to William Drew 1 March 1784 Request to Drew to Supply Money
Mr. Luttrell evidently dissatisfield with JS who had gone out of his way to help. A pretty large sum laid out. Hopes Mr. Drew can supply the money.view transcript
Seale 0950 W. Drewe to John Seale 2 March 1784 Reply to 0949
Sir Thomas Gunston went into the Country Club previous fortnight. "Our Friend" etc (Mr. Luttrell) was told this. Great efforts to raise the money. Little hope of borrowing in London. Money very scarce. WD not successful so far.view transcript
Seale 0951 J.F.Luttrell to J. Seale No Date Before 5 March 1784 Friday
Bearer brings francs. Air balloon exhibited at the Pantheon. JFL suggests collecting JS to come and see it.view transcript
Seale 0952 J. Seale to Charles Hayne 5 March 1784
Old Mr. King in a Bankrupt state. Account not settled with Mr. Luttrell. JS required verification of report. Hopes to see CH & sister.view transcript
Seale 0953 J. King to (J. Seale) 7 March 1784
Letter from Raymond of Jersey enclosed. JK unable to get wine from ships from Lisbon. Elms etc. planted after the end of the frost, except Bennett's field. Mr. Echelas says he would employ Fox & take his hemp. Fox refuses. How much game was to go to C.Fanshawe. Lease for Friends House. Laurel plants to be sent in Capt. Hill's ship.view transcript
Seale 0954 J. Seale to J. King 7th March 1784 Reply to 0953
Uncertain what game would be available to send except a hare or rabbit, possibly chickens or ducks from Cornworthy. Polyanthus, rhubarb, root & sea kale required to be sent by Capt. Hill to London. Seat to go into wood. Suppose walk in proper repair. Is Jack White's house finished?view transcript
Seale 0955 Rt. Prideaux to John Seale (Inscribed17 March) 7 March 1784
Mr. Lane junior & Mr. Strode & master of hounds not settled. Note due to late Mr. Harris, Mr. Kings rent for Berry's estate. Action against Mr. L.over delapidations of late Uncle's living, need for money for hounds. Unable to pay debt till death of Mrs. Nosworthy. Copy of Moreley survey sent to G.Prideaux. No news of Old King. Intelligence from a clerk of Board of Ordnance.Son Master not keen on going to sea on being an apothecory, prefers to be an attorney. Southcote's views.view transcript
Seale 0956 R. Prideaux to John Seale 9 March 1784
Walter Prideaux and conveyance to Mr. Roberts of Tythes of Stokeley. RP enquired about works at Brixham. Old King's possible arrest. Southcote's views on this and report of Hayne & Luttrell stopping him receiving their rents. Mr. Luttrell in London. His financial difficulties. Hopes young King is more prudent than Old King.view transcript
Seale 0957 Vicente Echelas to J. Seale 9 March 1784
V.E. showed JS's letter of 19 February to Mr. King. Fox promised to leave but has stayed & buys fresh hemp. He abuses and causes injury to V.E.view transcript
Seale 0958 J. Rolle to J. Seale 17 March 1784
JR confined on Southwark Committee. Mr. Justice Buller's shameful treatment. JS's friendship etc. Mr. Rose not returned Mr.Jus. B. letters a copy of which J.Rolle would send to JS. Brown & Rose's letters sufficient to vindicate Mr. Jus. B. Pitt gives no hint of his plans.view transcript
Seale 0959 Geo. Gretton to John Seale 19 March 1784 Poor House
No more news of Poor House. Difficulty of moving parish. Mr. Pinson & alterations of house soon to begin. Thanks JS for subscription. People give mutton, beef & coal. Need to move near London. Bishop of Peterborough promised pupils. G.G's decision depends on Conference of G.G's patrons. G.G. intends to leave in August.view transcript
Seale 0960 Ber'd Dolbeare to John Seale 23 March 1784
Mr. D. would pay in gold his share of Sister's Bond. People of Ashburton said JS's steward made much talk of this in Bull Ring.view transcript
Seale 0961 Jn'o Tonkin to Mr. Savery 24 March 1784 Copy sent by JT to JS
Mr. Savery's letter just arrived saying Mr. Brooke was mistaken.In conversation Mr. S has admitted he would be bound to accept the terms offered if not provided for by Mr. Boone. The question was had Mr. S. been provided for then or been promised by Mr. Boone not that a promise was enough to warrant withdrawal. JT thought this conduct very improper. He had not thought the Dissolution imminent as it turned out to be with their candidate probably having accepted their offer on his way to be received at Mr. S's house The World would think that Mr. S. had been bought off by the Orford Party. If discovered neither the Orford or the Palls party would feel obliged by this. In future JT would not feel safe to accept Mr.S. into their party. As a friend JT urged Mr.S. to think again. He offered his servants to help Mr.S. who had dismissed his own servants.view transcript
Seale 0962 Jn'o Tonkin to W.Boone 25 March 1784 Copy sent by JT to JS
DOUBLE DEALING BY MR SAVERY. JT had opposed Orford interest, but became indifferent when a gentleman declined to be a candidate: Mr.S. was anxious to get one. Unknown to JT he had negotiated with Mr. Brooks of Exeter to introduce one of Lord North's family to the borough in opposition to the Orford interest & had offered his house unless provided by Mr. Boone. Mr.S. introduced Mr. Brooke to JT declaring himself bound to the offer of his vote, interest, house etc. on one condition that he was not provided for by Mr. Brooke. Mr. S. exibited Mr. Boone's promises to Ld. North's friend to enhance his claims on him and the opposition against Ld. Orford in order to get provision for himself from Mr. Boone. Mr.S. anxious to perfect his bargain with Mr. Boone, fearing discovery, saying to JT he would defer acting till he saw what could be done with Mr.Boone. JT said No, it would be improper. Mr.S. said he would desert JT, who said he would expose Mr.S. JT would advise the the candidate to decline the affair.view transcript
Seale 0963 R.Prideaux to John Seale 14 April 1784
Mr. Lane Junior's need for money. Inquiry at Assizes. Dilapidation at Brent between Lane Jun'r & Amyat. Mr. King's rent might soon be settled by Mr. L.senior soon. Date of Mr. Goodridge's death not known. RP to see Southcote, but has pain in face. No answer from Abraham. Interest's paid.view transcript
Seale 0964 J.Seale to R. Prideaux 14 April 1784 Rough draft of reply to 0963 on same sheet
King to pay money for hounds. Date of Mr. Goodridges death not known, his rent with Mr. Lane to be settled. Mr. Worth desires estate at Buckfastleigh. King to say before RP values rents etc.of estates. JS's family well. RP to rectify mistake in rents to Mr. Abraham.view transcript
Seale 0965 J. King to John Seale 1 May 1784
Distributed Mr. Harris' annual gift at Ashburton. Waited on Mrs. Fanshawe - Deeds sent by Land's Post Coach to London. Sketch of Echelas' lease & Hurst's contract sent. Bills from Exeter Bank & Dr. Woolcott & rents from Peeke & Holditch received. Setting out Sand Quay etc. Rope Walk to be set out when Echelas takes over. Report that Mr. Gretton leaves soon.view transcript
Seale 0966 J. Seale 13 May 1784 notes on same sheet as 0965
Mr. Echiles about wine & olives. Mr. Gretton about fixtures at Coombe Kemscott; surveyor; take no account, House at Coombe. Leapingstock. Walk in woods, chairs etc.view transcript
Seale 0967 J. Seale to R. Prideaux 5 May 1784
Mr. Abrahanm very slow making up his mind. King to pay 30 guineas to account with Mr. Lane. JS presumes (Southcote) tell RP the go of the Town = news.Seale 0968 J. Seale to Mr. Ridout 15 May 1784
JS called on Ridout's agent in London. Business to be transacted causing trouble. South Sea House views on the will of the Trustee having to be proved in the prerogative court etc.Seale 0969 J. Seale to Mrs. Blake No Date 1784
Apologies for unintention intrusion, avoiding confusion in church.view transcript
Seale 0970 J. Seale to Mr. Moone no date 1784
Asks Mr. M. after the election about Leaseholds at Ashburton & if Lord *Orford(?) is inclined to fill them up. *'Orford' crossed out 'His Lordship' substituted..view transcript
Seale 0971 J. Seale no date 1784
Thanks for friendly intelligence. Apologies for hurrying through Ashburton without calling (presumably)view transcript
Seale 0972 J. King to John Seale Received 14 May 1784
Deeds sent by Mr. Land's Coach, bills sent later.Mr. Gretton to quit Coombe House. Rev. Holdsworth hopes to take over. He will have living of Dartmouth. White ready with money. JK needs his lease. 6 Freeman elected. Not many rooks. Best not to shoot them that year.view transcript
Seale 0973 J. Seale to J. King Reply to 0972 on same sheet 15 May 1784
Deeds & bill received JK forgotton to date last letter. Mr. Holdsworth can have Coombe on same terms as Mr. Gretton. Mr. Ougier or Mr. Fanshawe would bring White's lease etc. Glad rooks not killed. Name of 6 new freemen? Hope no mischief done to horses etc.view transcript
Seale 0974 Rt. Prideaux to John Seale 21 May 1784
Meeting with Palk & Abraham senior, they had not looked over all the estates. Mr.A.the attorney wishes only to purchase (Headborough,Broadhampston & Widdecombe). Lane paid for hounds. Mr. Goodridge died 17 May 1781. Fanny & Kitty gone to Salcombe.view transcript
Seale 0975 J. Seale to R.Prideaux 26 May 1784 Reply to 2 letters.
Southcote generally not available. Sorry about Fanny's poor health. Footing JK put to Treaty very satisfactory. Possibility of being "The dupe of Knaves". Need for Mr. Abraham to make up his mind soon. Mr. Stroud to hear about Mr. Lane. Mrs. Goodridge to be paid, less Mr. RP's due reward.Petition for Ashburton well grounded if Palk is a clergyman.view transcript
Seale 0976 J. King to J. Seale 28 May 1784
Mr. Holdsworth has seen Coombe House & Mr. Gretton's lease. Desires to have agreement about notice to quit the premises & his responsibility concerning wall paper, & when his term commences. Altercation with Mr. Gretton about fixtures. Mr. Echelas daily expecting shipment of olives & will send up a barrel also West India sweet meats if wanted.view transcript
Seale 0977 J. Seale to J. King 1 June 1784 Reply to 0976
Notes:- New potatoes & dog? to be sent. SS has written to Mr. Holdsworth about Coombe House. Received letter from Mr. Gretton. How does Mr. Echelas sell the olives? Sweetmeats he thinks are dear.view transcript
Seale 0978 31 May 1784 Meeting at Edmund Henley's House see also 0933 Poor House
5 persons appointed a Committee concerning the erecting a Poor House etc. J.Seale,A.Holdsworth,R.Honey, J.Teage, A.Pinson.Paris Meeting at Edmund Henley's House
Signatories: J.Alison, W.Greaves, E.P.Banfill. R.Hutchings, C.Y.Sparke.R.Blackler. J.Oliver.G.Dolling
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Seale 0979 R. Prideaux to J. Seale 4 June 1784
RP held survey of estate at Ashburton for Tozer,Palk & Abraham not yet decided. Late young Mr. Palk's will unknown, executors in India. Mr. Abraham gave estimation of value of Headborough etc. RP & King made copies. Mr. Hurst not yet sent corrections was told Sir R.Palk to deacon, was unqualified. Various payments. Moreley, Swete & R.P. opinion. JS's opinion of Handels Jubilee. Petition for Dartmouth not found. Mrs. Woodley's Fanny in Salcombe better.view transcript
Seale 0980 J. Seale to R. Prideaux 4 June 1784 Reply to 0979
Forced to borrow money because rents not paid on time, heavy building expenses. Rope Walk etc. Awaiting correction to Mr. Abraham's valuation.Seale 0981 J. Seale to J. King 6 June 1784
Mr. White; lease to be completed sent in a parcel. Answer to come about contracts of Mr. Hurst & Mr. Echelas. Dartmouth people suggest tythe is going up. £400 (or £100) needed. Mistaken drafts given to Miss Woolley Poetical Magazine for Mr. Fownes.view transcript
Seale 0982 J. King to John Seale 8 June 1784
Bill of £40-19s-9d enclosed- more to follow. Mr. Pinson had no claret to spare. No news of Mr. Holdsworth's taking Coombe House. JK had settled with Mr. Hurst till Michaelman except for Yara Market Contract. JS to keep the Market in repair, John White had Friend's House. Mr.Gretton spoke of fixtures he put in. Convenient house for Mr. Holdsworth. Price of Mr. Echelas not known, sweetmeats very good from West Indies. No new potatoes. Wine, bacon & the dog. Joe shipped on the Mount Galpin, Capt.Hill. Housekeeper needed instructions about bottling & pickling. Chair put out. Trees doing well.view transcript
Seale 0982b J Rennells to J Seale 18 June 1784 Written from a Spunging House in London
In great distress, served with a writ for £30 unable to pay Taylors bill for £13 .5s. Confident he could pay on returning to Devon.view transcript
Seale 0984 J. King to John Seale 22 June 1784
Parcel received. Mr. Gretton's departure from Dartmouth. Rev.Holdsworth wants Coombe House to be white-washed. Bond & Bills received from Miss C.Woodley. Rogues stealing lead. Wool not sold. Rope Walk almost all covered in. Echelas to install furnaces.view transcript
Seale 0985 J. Seale to J. King 22 June 1784 Reply to 0984
Bond & Bills to be kept. House to be white-washed Mr. Gretton's Barrell Stave fence. Hopes Cropt Mare & colt are well. Jack White to live in house on the Quay. Wool to be sold.view transcript
Seale 0986 J. Seale to F.F.Luttrell 1 July 1784
List of wages: some crossed out. H. Blackler's case Mr. L.'s application to Mr. Philips not likely to succeed on behalf of an injured sailer who wanted his job back.view transcript
Seale 0987 J. King to John Seale 2 July 1784
Tenant's rents, leases, tythes gone up. Cropt mare better & the colt. Enquiry for a carpenter. Vinegar to be sent on coaster. Mr. Pinson wants wall raised. Hurst states that Richard Perry is dead, so 2 estates in Ilsington are fallen to Mr. Wooley. Tenants are Henry Taylor & Matthias Rowell.view transcript
Seale 0988 J. Seale to J.King 6 July 1784 Reply to 0987
Bills of tythes. Probably returning to Mt. Boon beginning of September. Tax. Contract with Mr. W. Holdsworth. Mr. Phil Gillard & lease of Brixham Lands. Mr. Woodley & the estate in Ilslington. Zelly to make currant & rasberry preserve. Jeffrey to clean guns & supervise dogs. State of corn & apples? Harvest early or late? etc.view transcript
Seale 0989 Chas.Hayne to John Seale 5 July 1784
Search for the cheapest & best lodging for JS. Closed with Mr. Eveleigh who lives adjoining church opposite where Mrs. Luttrell did live, good stable. Rooms larger than Mr. Crawley's. Lodging to commence 16 August to end 27 September.view transcript
Seale 0990 Vestry Meeting at Edmond Henley's House 5 July 1784
Vestry Meeting at Edmond Henley's HouseSignaturies:- Will'm Geaves R.Hutchings Wm.Lambell Rich'd Blackler Wm. Frank Geo.Dolling
Agreed at the meeting that John Teage & Richard Honey overseers of the Pod not to relive or take in to the Parish of Townstall Joseph Ford without order.
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Seale 0991 Tho'm Lampriere to John Seale 7 July 1784 Wednesday
Vessel bound for Providence sailing 25 July. Proposition JS to buy £500 worth of goods: if any profit to be divided equally between them.view transcript
Seale 0992 A.M.Seale to John Seale 8 July 1784
Mr. Fanshawe's visit. Thanks for invitation but not able to come to Lyme. Eliz.Fanshawe very weak, but better, waters agree with her, able to take airing on the Downs. Very expensive. No money from Mr. Sawle for her so she asks JS for £100. Very hot. Fanny gone to stay with her brother.view transcript
Seale 0993 J. Seale to Mrs. A.M.Seale 18 July 1784 reply to 0992
JS lately out of Town for a few days. Mr. Fanshawe put a good sum on stocks. Will send £100 by King. Leaving Town middle of August. Bills coming in thick. Lodging at Lyme taken for 16 August but probably unable to get there so soon. Judges set out on circuit.view transcript
Seale 0994 J.King to J. Seale 11 July 1784
£100 bill received in letters of 6th and 8th sent on to Mr. Frenshawe. J.K. would follow orders about Tithes etc. Contract for Coombe House. Mr. Gretton had covenant upon stamps. J.S. presumably wished Mr. Holdsworth to have one. Mr. Gretton left rooms he papered; Mr. Holdsworth should keep them in repair. Mr. Gillard knew what Perring was to have the Brixham Estate for, & might give £300 for it. J.K. asked for £320. Mr. Gillard found house too large. Corn looking good, many apples, some trees damaged by lightening. J.K. would enquire about sloop. One salmon brought from Cornworthy, possible catch with spring tides. Long gun put right by Brixham man.view transcript
Seale 0995 J.King to J. Seale 13 July 1784
Northcott asked J.K. if he could cut & then dress the grass of Higher Lammy & Inner Tree Field. J.K. doubtful. N. wanted a quick decision. Jeffrey doubtful of making much of the young Pointer. An early harvest unlikely. Did J.S. wish J.K. to order a barrel of Mr. Echelas 'sweetmeats'?view transcript
Seale 0996 C. Fanshawe to John King 14 July 1784
Receipt for £100 billview transcript
Seale 0997 J.H.Southcote to John Seale16 July 1784
Twice at meeting of Dartmouth gentlemen: Speaker's order: The Right of Election: JHS sees inside Hall & Chest. Stephen Adams M.A. at Oxford. Wells is dubbed parson. Lucy Adams' fall from horse.view transcript
Seale 0998 J.Seale to J.H.Southcote 16 July 1784 Reply to 0997
No books returned due to JHS's sudden departure from London. Mr. Southcote's appearance alarming to Corporation. JS will not be at Assizes or Lammas fair. Invitation to Lyme. Taxes on coal. Horses & shooting.view transcript
Seale 0999 J.King to J. Seale 18 July 1784
JK has been with Mr. Gillard about tenements at Brixham. Mr. G. wishes to pull down old malt house & not be liable if stable collapses. Offers £280 for estate. Arrangements for hiring Sloop. Mr. Rennals has excellent Madeira to sell. JK has receipt from Mr. Fanshawe for £100 bill.view transcript
Seale 1000 From J. Seale no recipient 12 July 1784
All crossed out:- Making an appointmentview transcript