Reference
W1/2171
Title
W Wilshere [to Samuel Whitbread II]
Date free text
4 April 1814
Production date
From: 1814 To: 1814
Scope and Content
Account of the meeting at Potton. Prejudice against [John] Bircham. [Samuel] Wells proposed a commissioner for the little owners, another for the lord of the manor, but none for the proprietors at large. Appointment of a 3rd commissioner, if the consent of the Bishop [of Lincoln] & little owners be obtained. The Bishop shows great versatility; account of the enclosure of his parish at Buckden. If a 3rd is not appointed, Wells & the people he represents will sign the bill.
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