| Description | 1. 7 Oct 1721 Letter to Henry Davenport from Barbara Davenport requesting details of his proposed visit, a list of every sum received on her account and that he pay her Aunt Talbot for some silver and silks. She also gives details of Harry’s injuries following an accident.
2. 11 Oct 1721 Letter to Henry Davenport from Barbara Davenport reporting details of her journey home during which the coach overturned, the funeral of Mrs Barrat, a visit by John Powell from Salwarpe, some matters regarding servants and news of the family’s health.
3. Undated letter from William Hallifax to Henry Davenport giving news of his son and favourably comparing him with his godfather.
4. Undated letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport regarding a proposed visit from Aunt Talbot, news of the children and general news/enquiries regarding the running of the household.
5. Undated letter from Letitia Davenport at Swinford to Henry Davenport expressing pleasure that he is to visit, thanking him for the gift of tea and then complaining about her sister Mary Hallifax’s behaviour. She asks Henry not to mention her complaints in any letter he may send will be read by her sister.
6. Undated letter to Henry Davenport from Mary Sutton at Bredon praising her niece who is staying with her and describing an accident to Mr Wyeld.
7. Undated letter from Mary Talbot to Henry Davenport expressing anger that letters have not received replies and fear that a promise of plants might not be honoured.
8. Undated letter from Arabella Davenport to Henry Davenport outlining travel arrangements and requesting money that is owed.
9. Undated letter from Mary Hallifax to Henry Davenport giving general news of the family.
10. Undated letter from Letitia Davenport to Henry Davenport thanking him for money sent and explaining how much it was needed.
11. Undated letter from Letitia Davenport to Henry Davenport expressing sorrow that he is planning to return to India and discussing finances.
12. Undated letter from Mary Hallifax to Henry Davenport thanking him for his hospitality, giving family news and sharing some gossip about Lord Bollinbrook.
13. Undated letter from Mary Talbot to Henry Davenport regretting that he will be unable to visit Lacock on his way home.
14. Undated letter from Letitia Davenport to Henry Davenport giving family news, discussing where he might buy a house and mentioning finances.
15. Undated letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport giving family and estate news.
16. 4 Oct 1721 Letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport requesting purchase of the forbidden journal, gloves and remedies, also asking for items from the London house and mentioning issues with staff.
17. 26 Jun 1721 Letter from Mary Talbot to Henry Davenport concerning the illness of his daughter.
18. 16 Jun 1721 Letter from Peter Davenport to Henry Davenport reassuring him that a debt will be repaid as soon as possible.
19. Undated letter from Arabella Davenport to Henry Davenport regarding the outbreak of small pox and suggesting that the children would be safer away from London.
20. Undated letter from Arabella Davenport to her sister expressing concern that someone is trying to cause trouble between them and reassuring her, also some general news.
21. Undated letter from Arabella Davenport to Mrs Ivory expressing concern over the family’s health and mentioning some financial issues.
22. 4 Feb 1721 Letter from Sharington Davenport to Henry Davenport about the news of his sister Lucy’s illness.
23. 30 Jan 1721 Letter from John Talbot to Henry Davenport thanking him for his hospitality and reassuring him that all is well at Lacock.
24. 1 Aug 1720 letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport requesting instructions on the purchase of malt and barley and asking for coffee and thread.
25. 3 Aug 1720 Letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport giving family and estate news and offering advice on issues with his relations.
26. 4 Mar 1721 Letter from Arabella Davenport to Henry Davenport informing him that his sister Letitia had contracted small pox but also that her doctor believed that she would survive the illness.
27. 26 Jul 1719 Letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport describing making and flying a kite with the children and general estate and family news.
28. 2 Aug 1719 Letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport giving family and estate news and stating that she had pleaded ignorance of the family financial affairs particularly the purchase of Charlton when questioned by relatives.
29. 9 Aug 1719 Letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport reporting family news and society gossip.
30. 10 Jun 1720 Letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport reporting family and estate news, the weather and alterations to the house.
31. 30 Jul 1719 Letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport reporting general news and a visit from her Aunt Talbot and Mrs Dolly.
32. 29 Jul 1719 Letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport giving news of Harry’s development and general news.
33. 28 Jul 1719 Letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport reporting Sharington’s reluctance to go away to school, his belief that if he is not well behaved his younger brother would inherit, a threat made by Henry for which she mildly censors him, and then reports on Sharington’s journey to Windsor.
34. 5 Aug 1719 Letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport reporting Letitia and Arabella’s gratitude over his support and offers her own opinion over the inheritance issues. Also reports on the family’s health and social events.
35. 12 Aug 1719 Letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport sending general news of the family.
36. 7 Aug 1719 Letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport giving family news and commenting upon the difficulties that may arise within the family over the inheritance issues.
37. 13 Dec 1717 Letter from Mary Talbot to Henry Davenport making an apology for an unspecified matter.
38. 27 Jan 1718 Letter from Mary Talbot to Henry Davenport commenting upon mischievous threats made to one another and suggesting that each should be able to point out the faults of each other.
39. 19 Oct 1715 Letter from William Hallifax to Henry Davenport expressing gratitude for his support in the appointment of Chaplain to his brother, giving news of his family’s health and concern over Arabella’s health.
40. 24 Oct 1715 Letter from Peter Davenport to Henry Davenport congratulating him upon his marriage and reporting upon the celebrations on King George’s coronation day.
41. 7 Feb 1718 Letter from Letitia Davenport to Henry Davenport expressing thanks for his help with a bond and praising his children.
42. Undated letter from Mary Talbot to Henry Davenport inviting him and his family to visit.
43. 7 Apr 1718 Letter from Mary Talbot to Henry Davenport concerning difficulties between her and her mother because her sister was staying with her. Also a note on the letter to Mr Thomas Wyse saying that Mrs Ivory’s papers were in the hands of Mr Dalton.
44. 14 Oct 1713 Letter from Robert Raworth to Henry Davenport denying the report that he intends to desert his post.
45. 31 Oct 1715 Letter from Mary Magdalen Chardin to Henry Davenport expressing surprise at the enquiry about a chest of drawers and rose water springler which had been a gift when he is owed a great deal more.
46. 31 Oct 1715 Letter from Sharington Davenport to Henry Davenport regarding a bond.
47. 19 Nov 1715 Letter from Mary Hallifax to Henry Davenport describing events, fears and decisions experienced as a result of the rebel uprising and reassuring him that his grandson would be brought up as a Whig.
48. 26 Nov 1715 Letter from William Hallifax to Henry Davenport expressing relief that the rebel uprising is over, his intention to carry out Henry’s request with regard to purchasing an estate and his hopes for his son’s future.
49. 7 Dec 1715 Letter from William Hallifax to Henry Davenport regarding the search for a property for Henry, his concerns of the possible return to Ireland by the General and the health of his son.
50. 21 Dec 1715 Letter from William Hallifax to Henry Davenport regarding his appointment as Prebend in the Church of Worcester.
51. 10 Oct 1715 Letter from William Hallifax to Henry Davenport seeking advice and asking for a positive reference as he waits for the preferment promised by his brother.
52. 15 Sep 1715 Letter from E Chardin to Henry Davenport offering his compliments.
53. 10 Sep 1715 Letter from William Hallifax to Henry Davenport offering congratulations upon his marriage.
54. 7 May 1715 Letter from William Hallifax to Henry Davenport thanking him for his hospitality and giving news of the family and his horse.
55. 14 Dec 1715 Letter from Mary Hallifax to Henry Davenport asking him to inform his brother of the death of Mr Galliway, a prebend at Worcester. She hopes that representations can be made to the Bishop of Sarum and others on behalf of her husband for the appointment to the position.
56. 7 Feb 1714 Letter from William Exon to Henry Davenport giving news of local political elections.
57. 1 Sep 1714 Letter from Arabella Davenport to Henry Davenport welcoming him and his family on their return to England and explaining that their sister’s difficult pregnancy had prevented her and Letitia from going to London to greet them.
58. 23 Aug 1714 Letter from Mary Hallifax to Henry Davenport welcoming him and his family back to England and inviting them to visit Old Swinford.
59. 20 Dec 1713 Letter from Arabella Davenport to Henry Davenport giving him news of family and acquaintances.
60. 2 May 1722 Letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport discussing family financial difficulties, household budgeting and estates matters.
61. Undated letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport discussing financial matters, household budgeting particularly with regard to fabric and clothing items and estates matters. The letter refers to the South Sea Company and its effect on others and her concern for Henry health due to money worries.
62. 5 May 1722 Letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport asking for advice over a problem with a tenant, discussing the possibility of purchasing an estate, detailing bills paid and declaring her love for him.
63. 9 May 1722 Letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport which begins with a complaint about his response to her letter and his threat to leave the country again, and then discusses the possible purchase of land, a problem with a tenant and estate news.
64. 12 May 1722 Letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport giving her opinion on a situation with a tenant, reporting on the health of a horse, stating the need to settle a bill, detailing those who attended the race meeting and general news.
65. Undated letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport reporting the improved health of their son, the expectations of his sister, the arrival and state of goods sent by wagon, estate business matters including her concern about the behaviour of Woolley, and arrangements for his return home.
66. 23 May 1722 Letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport reporting on plans to move local families to avoid contracting smallpox, and family finances which will need to be resolved on his return.
67. 7 Dec 1722 Letter from Walter Stubbs to Henry Davenport hoping to arrange a meeting and court appearance for a business matter.
68. 31 Jan 1723 Letter from N Hickman to Henry Davenport reporting upon a meeting with Governor Boone.
69. 20 Nov 1730 Letter from John Mytton to Henry Davenport requesting that the belongings of Mary Elizabeth Mytton be handed over to the bearer of the letter Mr Gabriel Bingley.
70. 6 Nov 1730 Letter from John Devey to Henry Davenport reporting his actions in his search for Mary Elizabeth Davenport.
71. 7 Nov 1730 Letter from John Mytton to Henry Davenport announcing his marriage to Mary Elizabeth Davenport, asking for forgiveness and requesting that they might be given permission to call upon him.
72. 7 Nov 1730 Letter from Mary Elizabeth Mytton to Henry Davenport expressing the hope that he will reconsider his disapproval of her marriage and allow her to visit.
73. 8 Sep 1730 Letter from Mary Sutton to Henry Davenport thanking him for his hospitality and agreeing with his decision over the marriage proposal.
74. 25 Oct 1730 Letter from Prideaux Sutton to Henry Davenport thanking him for his hospitality and reporting on the journey home.
75. 4 Aug 1730 letter from Mary Sutton to Henry Davenport reporting the death and funeral of Lady Whetton who was staying with her. She expresses her concern over the family inheritances and claims upon the estates and the trouble this will cause. As a postscript she expresses anxiety for the family when reading about the death of Henry Davenport Esquire, son of Major General Davenport in the newspaper and asks for further news.
76. 13 Jun 1730 Letter from Sharington Davenport to Henry Davenport thanking him for his support in his study of the law and sharing news of acquaintances.
77. 4 Jul 1728 Letter from Charles Boone to Henry Davenport reporting upon legal matters and giving account of money paid on behalf of his son Sharington.
78. 18 Jan 1728 letter from Osmond Beauvoir to Henry Davenport concerning an outstanding debt.
79. 30 Apr 1727 Letter from Mary Elizabeth Davenport to Henry Davenport thanking him for his letter whilst she was ill, asking him to pay her shoe account and purchase other items for which she promises to repay him and giving him some family news. Barbara Davenport adds a note about 2 diamonds that belong to her.
80. 11 Aug 1727 Letter from Mary Elizabeth Davenport to Henry Davenport recounting her social events and visitors.
81. 2 Jan 1728 Letter from John Hobbs to Henry Davenport explaining the delay in purchasing the mahogany he had ordered.
82. 8 Sep 1726 Letter from Thomas Thackeray to Henry Davenport giving a report of his son’s progress at Eton.
83. 6 Nov 1724 Letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport giving estate and family news.
84. 6 Mar 1725 Letter from Barbara Davenport to Henry Davenport expressing her love, giving news of the delivery of building materials. |