Description: 1897 Tatton Park Estate Office Knutsford Payment Receipt Letter to Charles Taylor Description: Original 1897 letter from the Estate Office of Tatton Park, Knutsford, addressed to Mr. Charles Taylor. Dated March 18, 1897, this letter references an enclosed cheque for 19 shillings and 3 pence, intended to cover the carriage fee for a bull transported from Birmingham on the 5th of the month. The letter concludes with a polite request to "be good enough to acknowledge receipt," and is signed by J.D. Smith. Background Information: Tatton Park, located near Knutsford, Cheshire, was historically the seat of the Egerton family and a significant estate in the region. This correspondence provides insight into the daily operations and logistics managed by the estate office during the late 19th century. Such letters were routine but reveal the meticulous attention to financial details and estate business, even for minor expenses like transport fees. Condition Report: The letter is in good vintage condition with minor signs of wear. There is some light creasing and slight discoloration on the back page. Ink remains clear and legible, with the handwritten text and signature well-preserved. See Photos for Condition Shipping Information: Carefully packaged in a protective sleeve to ensure safe delivery. Shipped securely in a rigid mailer to prevent bending or damage during transit.
Price: 8.99 GBP
Location: Hastings
End Time: 2025-01-02T18:03:58.000Z
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Type: Letters
Era: Pre-1900
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
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