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The Martin Family of Newcastle County Down

Letters found in a wall

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Letter 13

(illegible address line) Satdy 25 (I believe this to be Satdy 25 Nov 1865 as the dates mentioned in the letter for tithes are up to 1st Nov and the day is correct for this date)

My dear Catherine

Enclosed you have(?) from Mr Montgomery for Tithe …(1 word?) of which is your proportion also … (ragged edge of page) P Order for 17/3 less the Cost of (ragged…) had I sent an Order alone for the full …(1 word?) sold have cost you /6d being over £2 …(1 word?)

Mr Montgomery's cheque for ½ years Tithe ..
Mrs Martin and H Martin due 1st Nov £1
Mrs Savages ½ year to 1st Nov /65

Income Tax £1 - 11 - 8
and P. Rate            1 - 9
                        1 - 9 - 11 …………….. £1 - 9 - ?
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Less(?)Order            6                           2 -14 - 2