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to Joshua Mauger

He told Hughes to ask Mauger for advice concerning his new offices in Halifax.

GLC03902.105

to Joshua Mauger

Enclosed a bill of exchange [Not in collection]. Hughes will sail for Halifax on the "Vallas" and D'Auvergne hopes Bellie will go with him. He asks: "What be the consequence of Lord N: speech, War or Peace? [. . . . ] [T]he temper of the Americans...

GLC03902.106

to Joshua Mauger

Encloses a letter from Mr. Bellie [not in collection] and discusses business.

GLC03902.107

to Joshua Mauger

Acknowledges receipt of money. Location is given as "Southton" - may be Southampton.

GLC03902.108

to Joshua Mauger

He asks Mauger to review his accounts and to inform him of any bills paid for either of the Bellies or Miss Durell.

GLC03902.109

to Joshua Mauger

Newspapers report that Lord Howe has declined to be Peace Commissioner to the United States and has asked to be recalled. The British are adopting a new strategy. Quebec, Halifax, New York and Rhode Island are to be made secure. It is rumored that...

GLC03902.110

to Joshua Mauger

[First half of letter appears to be missing.] Describes a naval engagement involving the Brest fleet.

GLC03902.111

to Joshua Mauger

People are upset that Mr. K did not totally destroy the French Fleet. Another attack on the Brest Fleet is planned for the following week. News about D'Auvergne's nephew, Ned [Edward], who has decided to stay in the West Indian trade business...

GLC03902.112

to Joshua Mauger

He has been promoted to Lieutenant Colonel. He comments: "You see by the Publick Prints what a shabby figure we make in America. Things unfortunately continue to take just the same turn that you had from time to time foretold." He also encloses 150...

GLC03902.113

to Joshua Mauger

He forwards a letter to Joshua Mauger. Waits to hear news of the Brest Fleet.

GLC03902.114

to Joshua Mauger

Miss Bellie has caused great trouble by taking a leave of absence, even though she has three more months on her indenture to the Townsends.

GLC03902.115

to Joshua Mauger

The young girl Bellie has turned out to be worse than her brother. Expresses his concern over the fate of his nephew, Phil, who is in charge of a battery in the colonies. Discusses Miss Bellie's conduct and offers sympathy to Mrs. Tyson, who...

GLC03902.116

to Joshua Mauger

Worries that Spain may no longer be neutral. Writes of a naval engagement between French and British ships. the British lost and the paroled prisoner are making their way home through Spain. Was written in the Palace Yard.

GLC03902.117

to Joshua Mauger

The unexpected arrival of Lord Hodre in Westminster. Forwards two letters [not included.]

GLC03902.118

to Joshua Mauger

The four admirals were at court, which he notes is rather odd. Two of them asked for an audience with the King.

GLC03902.119

to Joshua Mauger

Discusses a letter he sent to Lord S.[andwich], which has not yet received an answer.

GLC03902.120

to Joshua Mauger

A man he recommended to Lord Sandwich has received a commission.

GLC03902.121

to Joshua Mauger

Sends Mauger a basket. A severe cold has kept him from attending a court Martial in Portsmouth.

GLC03902.122

to Joshua Mauger

The ship an associate, Mr. Nicolle, was on has sunk. There is no news of the passengers and crew.

GLC03902.123

to Joshua Mauger

He has just returned from Portsmouth. The Court Martial may go on for six months.

GLC03902.124

to Joshua Mauger

His nephew James will go to prison unless Mauger will pay his debt. He promises to pay Mauger back. Was written in the Palace Yard.

GLC03902.125

to Joshua Mauger

[letter may be fragmentary or purposely anonymous.] Apprehension concerning Ireland and rumors of war with Spain.

GLC03902.126

to Joshua Mauger

The House of Commons expects the American War to be finished tomorrow.

GLC03902.127

to Joshua Mauger

News that one of their homeward bound ships was captured near the Cape of Good Hope by the French.

GLC03902.128

to Joshua Mauger

Mauger requested a copy of a letter printed in the newspaper. Copies of the paper can be obtained but with the letter cut out.

GLC03902.129

to Joshua Mauger

Regarding Spain's intention to declare war on England.

GLC03902.130

to Joshua Mauger

Admiral Collins is critically ill.

GLC03902.131

to Joshua Mauger

Admiral Collins died on Saturday. News of the exchange of officers and prisoners of war. Burgoyne's letter to his constituents is published in the paper.

GLC03902.132

to Joshua Mauger

His nephew left £ 150 with friends to pay back his debt to Joshua Mauger. "A great storm I find has arisen against our commander in chief and I hear he is likely to find it difficult to weather it."

GLC03902.133

to Joshua Mauger

Discusses the potential violence that may erupt during political campaigning.

GLC03902.134

to Joshua Mauger

He intends to overcharge Miss Durell for the time she spent at Mauger's because of the trouble she caused there.

GLC03902.135

to Joshua Mauger

Ned [Edward] is now captain of the "Speedy Pacquet", a government mail ship to the West Indies.

GLC03902.136

to Joshua Mauger

He has found the nectarine trees Mauger requested. Location is given as "Southton" - may be Southampton.

GLC03902.137

to Joshua Mauger

Edward's ship is leaving for New York. Phillip is expected to return to England next month. Encloses GLC03902.138.02.Written at Charing Cross train station in London

GLC03902.138.01

to Charles D'Auvergne

Concerning Phillip. Enclosed in GLC03902.138.01

GLC03902.138.02

to Joshua Mauger

He recommends Mauger quilt his house to guard against severe weather. A judgment against Commodore Johnson has awarded Captain Sutton £ 6,000. Written at Charing Cross train station in London

GLC03902.139

to Joshua Mauger

Suggest that Mauger consult a doctor about his proposed trip to London.

GLC03902.140

to Joshua Mauger

Regarding Mauger being ill and lonely. Written at Charing Cross train station in London

GLC03902.141

to Joshua Mauger

He has just returned from London. Mauger has been ill.

GLC03902.142

to Joshua Mauger

Regarding his illness.

GLC03902.143

to Joshua Mauger

He continues to be ill. He also offers an excuse for his nephew Philip's failure to keep a promise.

GLC03902.144

to Joshua Mauger

His illness has gotten worse, and now is affecting his feet. He still has heard no word from Phillip.

GLC03902.145

to Joshua Mauger

He is feeling better but still cannot get around, even with the aid of crutches.

GLC03902.146

to Joshua Mauger

He is still ill, but has received a letter from his nephew Phillip.

GLC03902.147

to Joshua Mauger

Warns Mauger not to visit due to the severity of the weather. He is still bed-ridden.

GLC03902.148

to Joshua Mauger

Le Cras has a painful case of the Gout in both feet and his left elbow and hand.

GLC03902.149

to Joshua Mauger

He has been summoned to London.

GLC03902.150

to Joshua Mauger

A letter from his nephew, Edward, tells of a voyage to America. D'Auvergne is not able to get around London due to his sore feet and legs. Written at Charing Cross train station in London

GLC03902.151

to Joshua Mauger

Edward's arrival in Falmouth with passengers, and £ 17,850 in cash.Written at Charing Cross train station in London

GLC03902.152

to Joshua Mauger

He is feeling better: "At present I totter as I walk like a drunken man." Le Cras is still very ill.

GLC03902.153