Canal Company (Transport)
Robert Rollestonof 38 Mincing Lane is reported to have subscribed for 85 shares; his partner Christopher Chambers for 60; and Sophia and Frances Chambers a further 80, for a total commitment of £22,500.
Humphrey Household, The Thames & Severn Canal.
The inaugural meeting of the proprietors was held at the London Tavern 24/06/1783. A committee was elected 07/10/1783.
https://www.gsia.org.uk/reprints/news/ginl06.pdf
1774 - 1832
Head driver on Great Valley estate in Hanover, Jamaica. Executed by hanging following Sam Sharpe's War.
Document comprises 4 parts, written recto and verso across 5 folios: 1. An inventory and valuation of enslaved persons at Windsor Estate, St Elizabeth parish, Jamaica, 1814. 2. An inventory and valuation of enslaved persons at Williamsfield settlement, St Elisabeth parish, Jamaica, 1814. 3. An inventory of animals at Windsor Estate, St Elizabeth parish, Jamaica, 1814. 4. A cover note outlining the contents of the document.
