The Cotman Letters 1835-1837

{typed transcript}
George Skipper who brings this will I doubt not bring letters for you.

Addressed to Mr. J. J. Cotman
London Street.

Favd. by Mr. G. Skipper June 11th M E C.

{handwritten under date}
1835 (?)
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{handwritten in margin}
This letter is cited by Bell 'M.E.Cotman' where he [illegible 2 words] as '1834'

{typed transcript}
My dear Jack
I can only say a word or two just to convince you "Lifes in the old dog yet". First I wish you would answer Father's last letter as soon as you conveniently can, He is rather annoyed at not having received one. You will not, of course, say I told you this but tis the fact.

Secondly I would thank you to pay Miller the five pounds enclosed and send me a receipt for the same. You will thank him for not having troubled me before.

Thirdly, I am making a drawing of the "British Queen". Have made Bulwer ten small drawings, in proof, ecce signum!! **

Fourthly We are all well and I am obliged to Ann Muskett for her kind enquiries.

Give my love to all who enquire after me and believe me
Your affectionate Brother
Edmund.

** Miller will be the better for it.