“To Edward Montagu, Esqr.,

“at Allerthorpe Hall,[233]

“near Burrough Bridge,

“Yorkshire.

“Member of Parliament.”

[232] Mr. Carter was steward and agent to Mr. Montagu; a most worthy man.

[233] Allerthorpe, being close to Burneston, the Robinsons were well acquainted with the neighbourhood.

DR. CONYERS MIDDLETON

The following letter of Dr. Conyers Middleton to Elizabeth on her marriage is of interest:—

“Hildersham,[234] near Linton, August 17, 1742.