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Seale 1169 J. Opie to J. Seale 22 Dec. 1789 Crucifixion picture. Seale Family Papers 1788-1790 18thC
DHRG No. 101332
Crucifixion picture. Nothing done to picture since J.S. was in Town. Thought J.S. did not like it. Scenery could be brightened. J.O's friends appreciated it. J.S.'s critical friends. Serpent not seen in any good picture (of the Crucifixion) by old masters worth up to 3 or 4 thousand pounds or more. Ground level not shown in the picture, no place for a serpent unless flying in the air. Surprise at being recommended to a 2 pence print. He had intended finishing the picture by summer. Now very busy on Boydell's picture and other things. He should finish the Crucifixion picture in 6 weeks or 2 months.
Seale 1170 J. Seale to J. Opie Dec. 1789 Reply to 1169 Picture for Cornworthy Church Seale Family Papers 1788-1790 18thC
DHRG No. 101333
Picture wanted to fill space in church (Cornworthy)_. Twopenny print might be taken from a good picture. Good effect with the serpent. Satisfield if J.O. had just said there was no room. Letter from paper enclosed, possibly useful. Picture to be sent by Coaster from Gray's Warf. Important to keep it dry.
Seale 1171 Mrs. R. Rennell for Rev. J. Rennell to John Seale 3 Jan. 1790 Seale Family Papers 1788-1790 18thC
DHRG No. 101334
Favour just received. Husband unable to reply, like that for many years. He cannot comply with J.S's request. He would not vote against J.S. Not ungrateful for many kind favours received.
DHRG No. 101335
Mr. GYS's brother would call at Mt. Boone 14 January. Conversation:- Mr. G.Y.S's brother would give J.S. his vote, but he would rather not side against the Holdsworth family.
DHRG No. 101336
Lieut.Smith would call at Mt. Boone at 7pm 14 January. Conversation:- J.S. unable to interfere in Lieut. S's favour, but had his interests at heart. He would give J.S. his vote.
DHRG No. 101337
Electors urged not to use up both their votes before Parliament was dissolved.
Seale 1175 J. Seale to Sir. J.Duntze March 1790 On the same sheet as 1174 Seale Family Papers 1788-1790 18thC
DHRG No. 101338
A man named Churchill had applied to be a butler. If Sir J.D. had decided to part with him, could he send J.S. an account of his character.
DHRG No. 101339
Glad Capt. S. had arrived safely in London: request for his friendship and vote in the next election at Dartmouth.
DHRG No. 101340
Sorry to find Mr. Sandys cannot give J.S. his support.
Seale 1178 Wm. Sandys to J Seale 21 March 1790 Enclosed with 1177 Seale Family Papers 1788-1790 18thC
DHRG No. 101341
Unwilling to break promise to Mrs. Holdsworth: friendship for nearly half a century; under many obligations.
DHRG No. 101342
Thanks for £40 & cards from Sarah S. Mr & Mrs Fownes had set out. Ticket sent to Mrs. Cath Fownes. Kittery family not expected by her till following week. J.S's subscription paid to Hospital. Mr. Fanshawe arrived in London with Mr. Hayne in less than 24 hours from Exeter. A.M.S. much confined but better thanks to Mr. Luscombe & warmer weather. Glad J.S. & family were well.
DHRG No. 101343
Capt. Gardner enquired at agent's house after J.Smith. J.S.'s disappointment at no immediate appointment at the beginning of the armament. Grateful to J.Seale & Mr. Bastard.
DHRG No. 101344
J.S. glad at prospect of J.Smith's appointment.
Seale 1182 J. Seale to Mr. Fanshawe May 1790 On the same sheet as 1181 Seale Family Papers 1788-1790 18thC
DHRG No. 101345
J.Seale had heard that Capt.Gardner had called on J.S's agent with plans for J.Smith's appointment at the beginning of the armament. J.Seale sent thanks to Mr. Fanshawe.
Seale 1183 Thomas Gretton to Seale Esq. 1 June 1790 Tuesday morning Seale Family Papers 1788-1790 18thC
DHRG No. 101346
T.G. did not find J.S. at Mt. Boon previous evening. Son of Lord Clement's proposed as candidate by the Corporation. All the aldermen present supported him, a friend of Pitt.T.G. was going to an appointment out of Town that morning.
DHRG No. 101347
Possible mistake concerning Lt. Smith's Christian name. Name, date of 1st commission, by whom made & with whom he served was required.
DHRG No. 101348
2 short rough drafts. Appointment for Lieut. John Smith the second desired. He had served with Capt. H.Duncan.
Seale 1186 J. Seale to Sir Tho’s Carew 2 June 1790 Dissolution of Parliament Soon Seale Family Papers 1788-1790 18thC
DHRG No. 101349
Dissolution of Parliament expected soon. Hon.Mr. Villiers nominated & also M.E.B.(Bastard) for Dartmouth. J.S. considered standing & requested Sir T.C's support.
DHRG No. 101350
Letter from Mr. E.Bastard recommending the nomination of himself and the Hon.Mr. Villiers to represent Dartmouth in Parliament. J.S. hopeful of being supported by T.T. in opposition to them.
1188 & 1189 as for 1187.
1188 & 1189 as for 1187.
DHRG No. 101351
Hopeful that Mr. Bastard's attempt to help Lieut.Smith had been succesful, but Mr. Brooking had it was not so, J.S. had written to his friend to find employment for Lieut.S. Then as above. J.S. hopeful of vote.