Shropshire Routes to Roots

Welfare records: The Letters about Jane Johnson (2)

Unfortunately, the Overseer, Mr. Shepherd (here spelled Shepard), never got round to checking on Jane Johnson. So John Johnson, her husband, wrote to remind him again. Does the postscript at the bottom mean he wanted her back as he was fed up with doing the housekeeping himself? This would explain why he was so eager for her to be released!

Apr 01,1824 Letter from John Johnson, Nr.Bulls Head, Lane End,

Sirs, I am much Surprised that Mr.Shepard as not been over according to promise I should Esteem it a favour If you will have the kindness to write unto me to inform me what I must do about having my wife out of Spring Vale I have been very short of work since I was over But in about a fortnight I believe I shall have more I was over at Mr.Bakewels last Sunday but one and they informd me that my wife was much better Sir you will please to bring the Letter that Mr.Bakewell sent when you come over

So Gentn. I Remain Your Obedt Sert. John Johnson

Sirs NB If you wish me not to have her out I wish to give up housekeeping

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