| Content Description | Refers to his proposal to Mr Campbell of 32 years purchase; encloses his answer [not present]; discusses a misunderstanding he had with Campbell over whether or not it would be 'an inducement to sell upon the principal of a farmer's rent'; knows the duke was keen to purchase the estate, but explains that it appears Campbell will not sell unless he can make more than the value; solicits the duke's help for the widow and brother of James Hurst, the carpenter, who want to continue in the business; adds that he has had a severe fit of the gout. |