Mon 1 Dec 1817
From John R Denyer
To Messrs Parkend Coal Co
Lydney
Robin Wood’s cargo of Coal including water of which the vessel had more than her share … never did I see come out in worse condition. Have sent owner Rowley to load with you & Mr Miller’s Vessel, Hart Master also be with you. Mode of payment to be changed except for with Mr Brewin & a secret Company, though secrecy of such Company surely unnecessary as already known by most coal dealers & nearly every bargeman trading to Lydney.
