Incomplete letter, possibly two separate letters. Encloses cuttings (not present), discusses his correspondence in newspapers, numbers in the margin may refer to the newspaper clippings that he encloses; describes events surrounding the beginning of the locomotive; appears to be involving Albert in gaining recognition for Timothy Hackworth. Found in envelope marked 'J.W. Hackworth letter re early S&DR engines & blast pipe to son Albert 1885' written in John Wesley Hackworth’s hand. (8 sides)