Identity area
Reference code
Miscellaneous/Box 2/BA3
Unique identifier
GB 275 Miscellaneous/Box 2/BA3
Title
A.L., s. from George Baker, St John's College to William Pye of Durham
Date(s)
- 25 December c. 1741 (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
2p
Context area
Name of creator
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Given by O. Baker-Baker, a descendant of the writer, in 1946
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Wonders why half of his letters do not arrive safely, and blames either the post or his 'boy'. Notes that it has been extremely cold, with the river frozen over, and many people have been skating but is pleased that the ice has melted as he was concerned about coal supplies. Gives a description of the preparations for Christmas at the College. Notes a rumour circulating about the Duke of Cumberland breaking his neck.