L30/14/362/3

From Elizabeth Stainforth, The Queen's House to 2nd Baron Grantham:

7 May 1779

From: 1779 To: 1779

Grantham's last letter very flattering regarding her portrait. The painter gave a favourable likeness. Financial assistance for nephews. Sir James Pennyman sending James Worsley to America in General Grey's Regiment. Grantham and Fritz supplementing his pay. Mrs. Stainforth also educating his younger brother for the sea; an East India voyage. Fritz [Frederick] improving in looks and spirits. Very entertaining unless a third person arrives, then he shuts his mouth. Horses in high favour. P.S. Nephew James will be made aware that financial assistance is in form of a gift for present necessities only. "Never mind his Mother's letters, she is an Artful fool...". Worsteds; needs more information about patterns; whether natural, flowers, Cross stitched or Tapestry like. Arrangements for sending. Mentions Worsted carpet that cost £20, refers to pattern.

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Pennyman, James,
Worsley, James,
Robinson, Frederick