Pages 10 and 11 of the Robert Stephenson & Co Ltd minute book no.1

[Page 10]
Darlington July 8th 1823

Present the Undersigned
Resolved
That an agreement shall be entered into with Anderson of Newcastle for the purchase of the Ground fixed upon for the Engine building Manufactory upon the most favorable terms that can be procured.
And untill a regular Bill of Sale can be procured from young Anderson a Lease shall be taken from him and his Uncle, upon such conditions as may be recommended by Mr Jos. Bainbridge solicitor.
[Signatures of partners] Robert Stephenson
Geo. Stephenson
Edward Pease
Mich. Longridge

[Page 11]

Newcastle, 8th October 1823
Present the undersigned
A letter from Mr Tho. Richardson to George Stephenson dated 3d Inst. was read, recommending his visiting London respecting orders for Engines for Columbia. It was considered advisable that the remarks upon Perkins Engines drawn up by Geo. Stephenson be forwarded to Mr Richardson and in case of its being considered unsatisfactory that GS be at liberty to go up to London at the expence of this Copartnership.
The Minutes of the last meeting were read[.] The Cash acct. ending 30 Sept. was examined drawing a balance of £100. 12. 0½.
It was agreed that until after the ensuing Winter, no other Buildings shall be commenced except the Engine House, Boreing Mill, Lathe Shop & Pattern Shop.
The Newcastle Courant was ordered to be taken in at the expence of the Copartnership.
Rob. Stephenson was requested to procure the Agreement with Anderson for the Ground immediately from W. Bainbridge.
[Signatures of partners]
Robert Stephenson Edward Pease
Geo. Stephenson Mich. Longridge