P65/28/3/8

The Reverend John King Martyn to the Reverend William Mudge, his son-in-law from Portsmouth to Rampisham.

28 Jul 1829

From: 1829 To: 1829

We left home on Tuesday the 14th for London where I had occasion to tarry for the sake of business until Friday, when we got down to Guildford. I had a pleasant journey as I travelled outside - I believe they found it rather warm below - The Macaulays are better then they have been but Maria still looks very poorly - Emma is very well and happy. At Guildford we stayed till Monday and enjoyed a quiet Sabbath and heard Mr. Barber twice at the Church, and as he preached the truth - I had no inclination to go elsewhere. It appeared rather strange to me to have nothing to do, having in general so much, but it is good for me as rest for my lungs is what I most need. This morning is so fine we are disposed to lose no time here but to proceed for Weymouth where it is possible we may be before tonight. I wished to have gone by a Steamer, but they set off in the Evening for Plymouth and would be near Weymouth in the middle of the night which would be very awkward even if they could land us there of which there is some doubt. We have therefore hired a sailing vessel to take us to Weymouth - this we shall have all to ourselves, which will be more comfortable. As soon as we arrive at Weymouth we shall enquire about Lodgings etc., and if we find things likely to be favorable to our staying there, shall be glad to have you and dear Rhoda with us - if otherwise we should only stay a few days and go on to you - our time will not allow of our staying any length of time at both places ... I remain yours affectionately J.K. Martyn

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Martyn, John King,
Mudge, William,
Barber,
Macaulay,
Macaulay, Maria,
Macaulay, Emma

PERTENHALL, Portsmouth, Rampisham, general correspondence, London, Guildford, Weymouth, Plymouth