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George and Ann Duncombe to John Duncombe and family from Brighton

18, 28 Dec 1838

From: 1838 To: 1838

Would like to see them. Have sent a parcel of tea and coffee "as there seems a uncertainty of you getting fish while its good". They thank them for their Christmas present - hare, turkey and £5. Sends regards to George, Eliza and Mary Ann. Wants to know if Mr Baker is still alive; is Susan married; and news of all our old neighbours. "I do so hope you will look in your old Bible and tell me my age when you write... I must now tell you wee have got the Queen here and our two houses are full ... I will not complain altho from my heart I wish I was doing better ..." Compliment of the season. Sorry to hear William has lost his son "but of course a daughter makes up the loss"

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Duncombe, George,
Duncombe, Ann,
Duncombe, John,
Duncombe, Eliza,
Duncombe, Mary Ann,
Baker,
Baker, Susan,
Queen Victoria,
Duncombe, William

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