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Crawford, Matthew, fl 1817-1854 (Barrister and husband of Louisa Matilda Crawford)

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: fl 1817 - 1854

Biography

Matthew Crawford was a barrister of Middle Temple who lived during the 19th century. His only known relations are his uncle, the Reverend George Newby (c. 1779-1846), who was the rector of Whickham near Gateshead and his cousin William Crawford Newby (1807-1884), a solicitor who lived in Stockton-on-Tees. In 1822 he married Louisa Matilda Jane Crawford (1789-1857) of Lackham House, Wiltshire. Louisa was a professional songwriter, and spent their marriage living and working in London. Matthew, meanwhile, was frequently away, working in the "North," primarily Newcastle and Edinburgh, evidenced by correspondence between the couple. Matthew also wrote poetry, he sent many poems to Louisa during their courtship and seems to have played a collaborative role in editing and supporting her work. Despite Louisa's income, the couple struggled financially, and frequently appealed to wealthier relatives for financial aid. They were childless, and upon their deaths their papers passed to Matthew's cousin, W C Newby, and thence on to his heirs.

Found in 58 Collections and/or Records:

Correspondence between Louisa and Matthew Crawford , 1817-1857

 Sub-Series
Identifier: Coll-1839/1/2
Scope and Contents Correspondence between Louisa and her husband Matthew Crawford, including love letters, poems, and locks of hair exchanged during their courtship. The bulk of the letters are from Louisa, who was based in London whilst Matthew worked in the “North,” primarily Newcastle and Edinburgh. They discuss a range of subjects, especially financial issues suffered by the couple, and are consistently loving and affectionate. Louisa often includes stanzas of her poetry for Matthew to edit, suggesting...
Dates: 1817-1857

Draft of a letter from Matthew Crawford to an unknown recipient describing the poor health of his wife and appealing for financial aid, 19 October 1846

 Item
Identifier: Coll-1839/2/5
Scope and Contents

Draft of a letter from Matthew Crawford to an unknown recipient describing the poor health of his wife and appealing for financial aid to alleviate her suffering. The text is barely legible, with many corrections and crossings out and overlays.

Dates: 19 October 1846

Fragment of a note on the subject of Anglo-Saxons in the hand of Matthew Crawford, 19th century

 Item
Identifier: Coll-1839/2/12
Scope and Contents

Fragment of a note in the hand of Matthew Crawford. Only partially legible. Discernible words include "anglo-saxon" but the meaning of the whole is unknown.

Dates: 19th century

Incomplete letter from Matthew Crawford addressed to "My Lord" describing the poor health of his wife and appealing for financial aid, 19 October 1846

 Item
Identifier: Coll-1839/2/6
Scope and Contents

Incomplete letter from Matthew Crawford addressed to "My Lord" describing the poor health of his wife and appealing for financial aid to help alleviate her suffering. The letter seems to be missing its final pages and is therefore without a signature.

Dates: 19 October 1846

Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew describing the events of Christmas day and other subjects, 1822-1857

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Identifier: Coll-1839/1/2/28
Scope and Contents

Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew thanking him for the five pounds he sent, describing the events of Christmas day and reporting on several of their acquaintances. A crossed letter, some of the text is overlayed and difficult to read.

Dates: 1822-1857

Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing a visit from the Duke of Manchester and other subjects, 1822-1857

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Identifier: Coll-1839/1/2/23
Scope and Contents

Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing religious sermons, her health, and a visit from the Duke of Manchester. A crossed letter, some of the text is overlayed and difficult to read.

Dates: 1822-1857

Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing her companions Miss Miles and Mrs Millikin , 9 November 1854

 Item
Identifier: Coll-1839/1/2/17
Scope and Contents

Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing her companions Miss Miles and Mrs Millikin. Small stitched fragment in upper corner of third page. A crossed letter, some of the text is overlayed and difficult to read. Includes original envelope addressed to Matthew at the Post Office in Newcastle.

Dates: 9 November 1854

Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing her finances and other subjects, 1822-1857

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Identifier: Coll-1839/1/2/20
Scope and Contents

Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing his last letter, her finances, and the publication of her songs. A crossed letter, some of the text is overlayed and difficult to read.

Dates: 1822-1857

Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing her grievances with her publishers and including a song titled "The Virgin Bride", 1822-1857

 Item
Identifier: Coll-1839/1/2/30
Scope and Contents

Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing her grievances with her publishers D'Almaine and Co., a visit from Miss Bell, and the behaviour of her new pet. Including a song titled "The Virgin Bride" by Eliza Airey. A crossed letter, some of the text is overlayed and difficult to read.

Dates: 1822-1857

Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing her landlady Mrs Doidge and other subjects, 1822-1857

 Item
Identifier: Coll-1839/1/2/27
Scope and Contents

Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing the poor finances of her landlady Mrs Doidge and the poor health of her friend Mrs Down.

Dates: 1822-1857

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