Pages 73 and 74 of the manuscript section of Robert Stephenson's diary
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[Page 73]
Monday, September 8, 1834
Surveying the Brent Foundations – thought them good – Piling unnecessary.
Tuesday 9
Left London for Birmingham about Mr. Kenzies Contract.
Arrived in Birmingham saw Mr. Kenzies & Mr. Gooch in the Evening.
Wednesday 10
At Birmingham –saw Capt. MorrsoM, consulted him respecting Mr. Kenzies wrote several letters to Newcastle. Spent [illegible] & c & c
[Page 74]
Thursday, September 11, 1834
Met Birmingham Committee settled with the Directors concerning Mr. Kenzies.
Agreed to give him £6000 in advance of the Tendered Sum.
Friday 12
The above should be entered this day.
Saturday 13
Returned to London.
Sunday 14
At Church – heard a good sermon.