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TM/1/1/02-Letter from William Manning, Diss, Norfolk, August 1785


Letter from William Manning to Thomas (Master Manning) at Yarmouth. William writes about Thomas’ sea-bathing – the benefits and frequency and of William’s consultation with Thomas’ uncle regarding this. He suggests Thomas leaves Yarmouth and takes the coach to Bungay to stay with uncle so that he may assess his health. And to journey home to Diss from there. Handwritten letter, i piece, 3 sides, dated Diss, August 12, 1785