Crawford, Matthew, fl 1817-1854 (Barrister and husband of Louisa Matilda Crawford)
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:
Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing her work and including three stanzas of a song titled "O Lady when this heart is cold", 1822-1857
Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing his finances, the progress of her work, the death of a gentleman from Cholera and the riots in Newcastle. Includes three stanzas of a song titled "O Lady when this heart is cold" for his correction. The first lines read, "O Lady when this heart is cold / Wilt thou remember me / And think of times and scenes of old / And joys no more to be." A crossed letter, some of the text is overlayed and difficult to read.
Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing her work on Venetian songs and other subjects, 1822-1857
Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing several subjects including his health, her work on Venetian songs, the arrival of the Chartists in London and her efforts to keep the "foul fiend poverty" away. A crossed letter, some of the text is overlayed and difficult to read.
Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing his application for money from a Mr D, 1822-1857
Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew thanking him for his affectionate letters and discussing his application for money from a Mr D. A crossed letter, much of the text is overlayed and difficult to read.
Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing his trip to Edinburgh and other subjects, 1 December 1854
Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew, discussing her supply of winter clothing, his trip to Edinburgh, and recent monetary gifts from Lady Anna Maria Dawson and Lady Bute. With the accompanying envelope addressed to Matthew in Edinburgh. A crossed letter, some of the text is overlayed and difficult to read.
Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing the distraction of noise in her house and other subjects, 1822-1857
Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing the distraction of noise in her house, a dream she had, and the state of her nerves. A crossed letter, some of the text is overlayed and difficult to read.
Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing the misfortunes of her friend Ellen and other subjects, 30 October 1840
Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing a severe cold she had recently, the misfortunes of her friend Ellen and describing an estate in Ireland that has become available. A crossed letter, some of the text is overlayed and difficult to read.
Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing the transfer of money between them, 2 January 1837
Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew reprimanding him for sending her funds when he can ill afford it, and discussing further financial matters.
Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew including a draft of a song titled "Wilt Thou Love me Still", 23 April 1838
Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew discussing the slow progress of her writing and the length of his absence. Including a draft of a song titled "Wilt thou Love me Still" for his correction.
Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew including a poem titled "Stanzas on the mental aberation [sic] of (my dear) Professor Wilson" for his correction, 1822-1857
Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew on several subjects including the illness of a Mrs Coxhead, the nature of politicians, and the relationship between Queen Victoria and Lord Melbourne. Including a poem titled "Stanzas on the mental aberation [sic] of (my dear) Professor Wilson" for his correction. A crossed letter, some of the text is overlayed and difficult to read.
Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew including three stanzas of a Christmas poem, 1822-1857
Letter from Louisa Crawford to her husband Matthew describing the season and including three stanzas of a Christmas poem
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