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RefNoKBLC/2/9/6/71
AltRefNoS/B/SP557
TitlePetition of William Read, Officer to the Commissioners of Waterbeach Level
DescriptionThe petitioner represents that the Commissioners for Waterbeach Level have maintained the banks of the River [Cam] and River Ouse at their own expense for many years, but can no longer afford to do so without assistance. They ask for their [annual allotment] of £25 to be continued, and promise to advance the same amount. They intend to apply to Parliament for an additional tax on their district. One signatory.
Date21 April 1758
CreatorNameBedford Level Corporation
RepositoryCambridgeshire Archives
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