| Description | Has received a letter from Joseph Farmer complaining about lack of trade at Liverpool and proposing to withdraw his money. Discusses the implications of this. Proposes to halve Joseph Farmer's commission due to his heavy drinking. Informs Galton of the date he is likely to return to London and discusses the supply of stock to Liverpool and Bristol for the African coast. Instructs Galton to reduce stock and to dismiss employees in Birmingham. |