Copying correspondence between Binney and James Russel and Son, colliers, Falkirk and Edward Meldrum, Bathgate, (14 November 1859) concerning the coal contract for the [Boghall] works.
Sans titreBinney is unwell but will try to come to Scotland.
Sans titreConcerning the American patent.
Sans titreBinney arranging, if he is well enough, to come to Glasgow for a business meeting with Edward Meldrum, James Young and other parties.
Sans titreBinney is asking for Meldrum’s views on the American patent.
Sans titreConcerning the patent for coup oil from coal tar which is about to expire.
Sans titreDiscussing lamp patterns at the iron works and a petroleum contract. Mr Horley is also discussed.
Concerning balance sheets and competition from Clydesdale Chemical Company.
Sans titreRegarding Addiewell and its price.
Discussing the possibility of Graham Miller and George Wilson acting as witnesses on their behalf.
Forwarding a letter from Walter [ ].
Sans titreCovering note for a letter written by Edward Meldrum which James Young is sending to James Oakes.
Gives details of Binney’s business with [ ] Russel at Ilkley. Also gives details of farm prices.
Sans titreConcerns business with [ ] Russel.
Concerning the renting of shales.
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