Letter 1729

[fol. 246] Dear Sr Upmr Feb:9 1710/1 At my return home yesterday, I met a Lr from the famous Mr Towneleys son to acquaint me he had, according to my request, sent me his Fathers papers. When I wrote to him, I de- sired him, if he was minded to give them to ye R. Soc. to direct them to you. But he is pleased to entrust them only with me, & enjoyns me to return them again to him. I desire the favr of you, if they come to your hands, to receive them for me, & in my behalf pay what charge the carriage may come to, wch I will thankfully pay you. I suppose they will come by the Man- chester-carrier, but where he inns I know not. If you know, I should be glad if you would send your servant to enquire after such papers, as I may be or great use to the Society; wch I shall endeavr to make so. If you hear any thing, or have my commands relating to Orset, you know who is Your much obliged & affectionate humble servt. Wm Derham My Wife Be pleased to keep the papers, till I see you, or send You have them.