| Description | 1. 28 Oct 1690 from Sharington Davenport to Henry Davenport describing conditions while serving in Ireland.
2. 8 Mar 1692 from Sharington to Henry describing guarding the King's passage from Colchester to Harwich and requesting assistance in sourcing more horses for his men.
3. 10 Mar 1692 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport reiterating the request to Henry and saying he is due to go to Holland to be with the King.
4. 4 May 1692 from Sharington to Henry describing awaiting orders from King James who has assembled an army in Normandy.
5. 24 Jan 1693 from Sharington to Henry expressing disappointment that he has been unable to find troops for him and saying he is due to go to Flanders.
6. 1 Jan 1695 from Sharington to Henry concerning the death of the Queen.
7. 21 Feb 1695 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport probably concerning legal action about an annuity.
8. 6 Apr 1695 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport apologising for not going to Hallon and complaining of his poverty.
9. 2 Jun 1695 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport concerning finding William a position as volunteer on the "Sterling Castle" to train in navigation.
10. 14 Nov 1695 from Sharington to Henry concerning a deed.
11. 9 Dec 1697 from Sharington to Henry excusing himself for being unable to visit Hallon.
12. 21 Dec 1697 from Sharington to Henry saying he is happy Henry is recovering. Also discussing a dispute with Mr Talbot.
13. 6 Jan 1698 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport explaining that Samuel Mason seems not to have delivered the previous letter sent (Number 12), also expressing concerns about Henry's health.
14. 26 Apr 1698 from Sharington to Henry arranging to visit Hallon and expressing concern as to whether the King's troops are to be disbanded by act of Parliament.
15. Undated letter from Henry Davenport to Mrs Davenport with details of a successful trip.
16. 6 Aug 1698 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport arranging to visit Hallon with John Talbot.
17. 27 Dec 1698 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport informing her of his safe arrival at Worcester.
18. 11 Feb 1699 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport describing William's recovery from smallpox.
19. 18 Mar 1699 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport concerning asparagus plants he has sent and other gardening matters.
20. 20 Jun 1699 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport concerning a legal case and arranging to visit Worfield.
21. 1 Aug 1699 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport giving thanks for her hospitality.
22. 14 Oct 1699 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport with family news.
23. 5 Dec 1699 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport apologising for the non-payment of his sisters' allowance.
24. 15 Jan 1700 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport thanking her for hospitality.
25. 28 Dec 1700 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport arranging to visit Worfield.
26. 4 Mar 1701 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport describing fruit trees he has sent.
27. 27 May 1701 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport, forwarding a parcel from "Harry".
28. 1 Aug 1701 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport written from Holland. It concerns his opinion that Will is not yet ready to command a ship.
29. 8 Nov 1701 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport asking for news.
30. 4 Jan 1704 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport, with good news of the career progress of both of his brothers.
31. 28 Mar 1704 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport containing news of the death of Lord Longville.
32. 15 Jun 1704 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport concerning the misbehaviour of John, one of her servants.
33. 19 Jun 1705 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport describing being attacked by a mob at a polling "barre" when in Coventry.
34. 17 Aug 1706 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport hoping he has not gained her displeasure for admonishing William over his marriage.
35. Undated part of a letter from Sharington to Mrs Davenport concerning estate business.
36. 24 May 1705 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport with general news.
37. 14 Jan 1707 from Sharington to Mrs Davenport concerning family news.
38. 26 Jan 1719 from Arabella Davenport to Henry Davenport looking forward to him visiting with young Henry.
39. Receipted bill from John Hartley to Colonel Davenport for wine and brandy.
40. Receipt from William Foster to Colonel Davenport. |