| Content Description | Reports that the minister of Little Gransden, Mr Musgrave, has brought to Cossen's attention his enterprise in setting up a sand pit; writes that he [Cossen] went to see the place but explained that it was too far away for it to be profitable to buy the sand; adds that Mr Musgrave told him that he has been doing all he can in the neighbourhood to secure votes for Sir John Cotton, and asked that the earl might send a letter indicating his wishes or authorise the distribution of some little gifts to the freeholders.
Mentions that 'Sir George Downing orders Treats to be made 3 or 4 times a week in his neighborhood'; adds that Sir Humfrey Monox and Sir Anthony Chester are to stand for Bedfordshire and that 'men of distinction' have been canvassing for votes; explains what he has been doing with springs, drains and stews at the Horse Pond, and how this will benefit the fish. |