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Ref NoMS 3147/3/383/9
TitleLetter. Francis Thompson (Ashover) to James Watt (Birmingham).
LevelItem
Date30 Jan 1782
DescriptionHas not yet covered the Gregory engine’s steam pipes and the upper pannels of the steam case. When Matthew Boulton visited he ordered that it should be done, but they have run out of pasteboard and he has not had a reply to his letters ordering more. Mr. Kirk also sent the carpenter home. However the engine is otherwise complete.
Access StatusOpen
LanguageEnglish
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