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Ref NoMS 3147/3/375/1
TitleLetter. John Gilbert (Worsley) to Matthew Boulton (Soho).
LevelItem
Date23 Apr 1779
DescriptionIs afraid that the Donnington Wood engine will be more expensive than expected, as he had thought that the steam case was not absolutely necessary. Problem of changing engineers – Mr. Hall had seemed very sensible. Wishes he had seen Matthew Boulton and Jabez Hornblower together. The power and directions given to Hall were not handed down to Hornblower. Thinks that Hornblower will give satisfaction. Could Matthew Boulton or James Watt come and look over the engine.
Access StatusOpen
LanguageEnglish
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