| Description | Letter to James Riddel from John Duffus & Co: "Sir, in reply to your favour dated 26th instant, we have to state that we have no obligation to continue our contract for keeping in repair the Paul Jones and dredging machine on the same terms at present for the month of June; including the condition relative to the Paul Jones mentioned in your letter. We remain, Sir, your most obedient servants, John Duffus & Co." |