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Letter fragment from Lady Johanna St. John to Thomas Hardyman c1660

Letter fragment from Lady Johanna St. John to Thomas Hardyman  c1660
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The fragment contains instructions, almost certainly for Thomas Hardyman, to send produce from Lydiard to Battersea including cheeses, brawn and honey.

Year:
c. 1660
Author:
Lady Johanna St.John
Type:
Letter
Location:
Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre
Copyright:
Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre
Last updated on:
Saturday 30th December 2023

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