| Description | Details of his soap-making process. Told Samuel Galton that he would be glad to see Matthew Boulton or James Watt in Bristol. Some local colliery owners are keen to buy Boulton & Watt engines as their "common" engine is not powerful enough. Declines becoming involved as a shareholder in Wheal Virign and Poldice mines as this would not be profitable for his candle business, as Cornish suppliers sell poorer but cheaper candles. His current soap, candle and "little chocolate" business is sufficient. |