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A.L., s. from George Baker, St John's College to William Pye of Durham

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.

Baker, George (? 1722-1774)

A.L.s. from Christopher Hull to his father

Sends the details of his College Bills and discusses various expenses. Also notes that he has been 'put to some small expense by practices not very agreeable to the character of an honest and reasonable man.' and describes the 'riots' which have been perpetrated in his rooms. Attached is a typed transcript of the letter.

Power of attorney.

Appointment by John Newcome of Richard Beadon, M.A. of St John's as his attorney, for receiving from the Tellers of Exchequer sums due to him as Professor. 16 lines in a neat hand on a small folio, blank conjoint leaf with docket title on verso. Signed by Newcome and two witnesses, wax seal.

Newcome, John (? 1684-1765) priest and academic

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