1 April 1845: original letter from R. B. Manclarke, Ashbourne, to John Cruso esquire, Leek: ‘Mr Hand’s, or rather Brindley’s, attornment is not in my possession; it was drawn up by Mr Harrison of Snelson, before I accepted the agency; it may though probably be found at Calke. I hope this Case may be amicably arranged by Arbitration – Can you favour me with names of the Tenants of the late Mr Gaunt at Hollingsclough and the amount of Rent paid by each in order that I may be enabled to effect some contemplated changes in that Quarter’