L30/14/408/43

From Robert Darley Waddilove, Newby [Park] to 2nd Baron Grantham, Madrid:

18 Jun 1775

From: 1775 To: 1775

Ready to attend Mr. [Tom] Pelham at short notice. Hopes to take alternative road with him than that used last year, if they get to Lisbon in September. Coach; details with prices of contents. Items for the Nuncio, P. Lobkowitz, Mr. Botet/Botat, Mr. Robinson, Count Massin, Shadwell & Mr. Ernest. Includes: Silver and glass from Mr. Drury; Gruteras four Vs. fo.; Various cloths, specified; Brass achromatic perspective; Tool box; Thermometers in round fish cases; Riding equipment, demipeak saddle etc..; Pair of pistol cases. Nothing taken yet from Mr. Motteux but has advanced £15-20. Subscribed £1.1.0. at Dr. Porteus' request, for an edition of Dr. Beattie. The Batt's have taken quiet possession of Newby. Lawn brown due to lack of rain. No hay to make at Topcliffe Fair. Mr. Graves desires his duty to Grantham. Has given him £17 for a mare. Mr. Weddel sends compliments etc.. "no appearance there of anything to hinder union of Swale & Ure". Saw Friend in London, no news of what Grantham inquired about [not specified] Has been asked what Spaniards use instead of Runnet.

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Pelham, Thomas,
Nuncio,
Lobkowitz,
Botat,
Robinson,
Massin,
Shadwell,
Ernest,
Drury,
Motteux,
Porteus,
Beattie,
Batt,
Graves,
Weddel