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RefNoMS/597/2/30
AltRefNoCa.2.30
Previous numbersMS 598 page 30
LevelItem
TitleLetter from Peter Thompson, Bermondsey, to John Canton, Spittle Square
Date14 January 1755
DescriptionStates he has recommended the ingenious Mr Whatman of Maidstone to put his only son under Canton's direction. it is proposed he shall stay with Canton about two years. Asks Canton to tell him if he has room for a boarder at present.
Extent2p
FormatManuscript
AccessStatusOpen
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