Revd. William Humphry, Seal, to Ozias Humphry

RA Collection: Archive

Reference code

HU/3/47

Title

Revd. William Humphry, Seal, to Ozias Humphry

Date

7 Dec 1785

Level

Item

Extent & medium

1 piece

Content Description

He sends news of their Mother, whose health has much improved. She enjoyed seeing Mr. Tucker, who had seen Humphry at the Cape. The Duke of Dorset is to set out on his embassy next week. His departure was delyaed by the illness of Lord Thanet, and the Duke himself is not at all well. He encloses a letter from Madam Baccelli which the Duke says will be of more use to Humphry than one from himself, as Macpherson is a fan.

Mr. Fulwood has demanded he pay the £100 owing by Ozias, but will not release his goods. He demands Ozias sends an order for release to Mr. Baker, as William does not want to be connected to Fulwood. Mrs. Baker has died in Honiton. He correspondence with Mary Boydell frequently and they all like her very much. She campaigns for Ozias indefatigably. They are all very happy and wish the best to Ozias.

Lord Camden's only son is getting married to a Miss Molesworth, a Cornish lady. He then provides ample news of other west country folk.