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Adamson family of Gainford

Reference: D/Ad 1 Catalogue Title: Adamson family of Gainford Area: Catalogue Category: Estate and Family Records Description: Building work for private individuals (part 1)

Covering Dates: 1869-1916

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THE ADAMSON PAPERS Deposited on long-term loan by C. Adamson, Esq., Seaton Sluice
16 September 1966 and 8 February 1967

Catalogue Contents

Adamson family of Gainford (Ref: D/Ad )Building records (Ref: D/Ad 1)Building work for private individuals (Ref: D/Ad 1/1)

Arranged A-G by location

For Chilton, bill of quantities for farm building, see D/Ad 1/1/1077
For Ferryhill, Lough House, bill of quantities see D/Ad 1/1/1077

Arlaw Banks (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1-66)

Papers regarding work carried out at Arlow Banks (also spelt Arlaw) near Barnard Castle for the Rev. Canon Lonsdale, comprising the construction of a farmhouse, 1897 - 1900, various alterations in 1914, the building of a terrace, 1915

Construction of farmhouse, 1897 - 1900 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1-36)

Letters to R. & S. Adamson being tenders or quotations for goods to be supplied for the work at Arlaw Banks, from the following, 11 February - 16 November 1897 (1) Sykes & Co. ironmongers of Darlington (2) Ewart & Sons, metal workers of Darlington (3) Green & Sons, brick & tile Manufacturers of Boroughbridge (4) Ord & Maddison Ltd., quarry owners (5) The Forcett Limestone Co. (6) F.B. Baker & Rokeby Grove (sand) (7) John Wandless, slater of Darlington (8) John Hanson, tiler of Middlesborough (9) Geo. Plews (Limestone) (10) Wm. Bainbridge of Stockton-on-Tees
(paper, 11 folios)


Play by Watson and Curry, architects, showing detail of front doors of cottages at Gainford, shows cross sections and elevations, n.d., c.1903 Scale: 1/2 " to 1 foot [1:24]
(36 cm. x 47 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


(1) Various papers from Thos. Walker & Co., timber merchants of West Hartlepool to R. & S. Adamson concerning the work at Arlaw Banks, including invoices and acknowledgement of order, 8 April - 20 December 1897 (2) Note of timber used at Arlaw Banks
(paper, 1 file, 1 folio)


"Specifications of the various works required in the erection of a farmhouse at Arlaw Banks near Barnard Castle for the Rev. Mr. H. Lonsdale", by F.H. Livesey, architect, of Barnard Castle, August 1897
(paper, 2 files)


Bill of Quantities for new farmhouse at Arlaw Banks for the Rev. Mr H. Lonsdale, by F.H. Livesey, archite ct, of Bishop Auckland, 1897


Estimate of cost of work at new farmhouse at Arlaw Bank, n.d., c.1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Two copies of plans of proposed farmhouse at Arlaw Banks, Barnard Castle for the Rev. Mr. H. Lonsdale, showing ground and first floor layouts, elevations and cross sections, with measurements, n.d., c.1897 Scale: 8 feet to 1 inch [1:96]
(52 cm. x 44 cm., linen, ink)


Plan showing sections, elevations and layout of farm buildings at Arlaw Banks, n.d., c.1897
(48 cm. x 48 cm., waxed linen, ink)


From James Dunwell, Brick & Tile Works, Whessoe Lane, Darlington to R. & S. Adamson, Notices of delivery of bricks, 1897
(paper, 3 folios)


Correspondence between R. & S. Adamson and Robert Varvill & Sons of York concerning wrought iron fencing, September 1897
(paper, 1 file)


Letters to R. & S. Adamson, being quotations for prices of cisterns from the following, 23 September - 1 November 1897 (1) Robert Varvill & Sons of York (2) Reay & Robson of Stockton-on-Tees (3) Young & Marten of Stratford
(paper, 1 file)


Letters from J.D. Jemmison, Piercebridge, to R. Adamson concerning leading of stone for Mr. Adamson, October - November 1897
(paper, 2 folios)


Various papers from J.W. Green & Sons, brick manufacturers, Boroughbridge, to R. & S. Adamson, including acknowledgement of order, offer of alternative size of tile for one not in stock and delivery notice for tiles (with N.E.R. bill for carriage of above tiles, attached), 7 October - 14 December 1897
(paper, 1 file, 2 folios)


Letter and postcards from R. Bainbridge to R. & S. Adamson regarding the work at the Arlaw Banks farmhouse, 1897 - 1898
(paper, 5 folios)


Letters from F.H. Livesey, architect, Bishop Auckland, to R. & S. Adamson including, accepting Adamson 's tender for work at Arlaw Banks, concerning brickwork and water supply at Ar law Banks and concerning general progress and dimensions of work, 4 October - 23 December 1897
(paper, 11 folios)


Postcard from Lamb Bros. of High Shipley, Cotherstone, Barnard Castle, to R. & S. Adamson being an acknowledgement of order for stone, 6 November 1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Notebook of R. & S. Adamson giving details of first order of timber and where fixed for Arlaw Banks farmhouse, 12 November 1897
(paper, 1 booklet)


Postcard from A. Bainbridge of Stockton-on-Tees to R. & S. Adamson being acknowledgement of order, 19 November 1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Notebook of R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, of "timber to shop for manufature" for Arlaw Banks, December 1897
(paper, 1 booklet)


Letters from Wm. Brown & Sons, timber merchants of Stockton-on-Tees to R. & S. Adamson, including letter regarding prices and enclosed quotation and letter acknowledging receipt of order, 18 April - 17 May 1898
(paper, 1 file)


List of ironmongery sent to Arlaw Banks, 30 April 1898
(paper, 1 folio)


Note of timber required for work at Arlaw Banks, n.d., c.1898
(paper, 1 folio)


List of manufactured joinery for Arlaw Banks, n.d., c.1898
(paper, 1 folio)


Specification for and plan of wrought iron railing for Arlaw Banks, n.d., c .1898 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(42 cm. x 33 cm., paper, pencil)


Copy of specification of works required in erection of farm buildings at Arlaw Banks for the Rev. Mr. H. Lonsdale, according to plans prepared by F.H. Livesey, August 1900
(paper, 1 file)


Copy of b ill of quantities, for erection of new farm buildings at Arlaw Banks for the Rev. Mr. H. Lonsdale. Drawn up by F.H. Livesey, architect, and completed by R. & S. Adamson, July 1900


Draft plan of section of stable at Arlaw Banks. Shows measurements, n.d., c .1900 Scale: 3/4 inch to 1 foot [1:16]
(21 cm. x 34 cm., paper, pencil and ink)


Draft ground plan of building at Arlaw Banks. Shows measurements, n.d., c .1900 No scale
(28 cm. x 28 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Various notes and calculations of R. & S. Adamson relating to work required at Arlaw Banks for the Rev. Mr. Lonsdale, n.d., c.1900
(paper, 1 file)


As at D/Ad 1/1/28, n.d., c.1900
(paper, 2 folios)


Correspondence from F.H. Livesey, arc hitect, Bishop Auckland to R. & S. Adamson, concerning erection of farm buildings at Arlaw Banks for the Rev. Mr. Lonsdale, 20 July - 16 October 1900
(paper, 10 folios)


Letters from F.H. Livesey, architect, Bishop Auckland, to R. & S. Adamson, concerning the submission of a tender for the erection of farm buildings at Arlaw Banks, 3 August 1900
(paper, 1 file)


Letter from C. Denham, Low Mill Foundry, Darlington to R. & S. Adamson concerning the price of fencing, 4 August 1900
(paper, 1 folio)


Written agreement from Thomas Jones with reference to fencing required at Arlaw Banks, 25 August 1900
(paper, 1 folio)


Copy of order for timber made by R. & S. Adamson from J. & T. Tiplady Brown, West Hartlepool, 6 September 1900
(paper, 1 folio)


Delivery notices from North Eastern Railway and J. & T. Tiplady Brown, timber merchants, West Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson, 12 - 24 September 1900
(paper, 1 file)


Price quotation from Young & Marten Ltd., London, to R. & S. Adamson for fencing, 8 November 1900
(paper, 1 folio)

Alterations, 1914 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/37-60)

Plan and elevation of windows at Arlaw Banks with measurements, by E.C. Surtees, architect, January 1914 Scale: 1 foot to 1 inch [1:12]
(112 cm. x 72 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Two copies of bills of quantities for proposed alterations to Arlaw Banks near Barnard Castle for the Rev. Canon Lonsdale, by E.C. Surtees, architect, Barnard Castle, February 1914
(paper, 2 files, typescript)


Plans showing details of new wing at Arlaw Banks, by E.C. Surtees, February 1914 (1) Cross section Scale: 1 foot to 1 inch [1:12] 2) Elevation Scale: 4 feet to 1 inch [1:48]
(49 cm. x 41 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing details of proposed alterations to Arlaw Banks for the Rev. Canon Lonsdale. Showing ground and first floor layouts, front elevation, cross section and drainage plan, by E.C. Surtees, architect, February 1914 Scale: 8 feet to 1 inch [1:96]
(72 cm. x 50 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Balance of account of C.E. Raine for work at Arlaw Banks, 3 March 1914
(paper, 1 folio)


Bill of quantities for alterations to Arlaw Banks for the Rev. Canon Lonsdale from R. & S. Adamson, March 1914
(paper, 1 booklet)


Various papers connected with the proposed alterations to Arlaw Banks for the Rev. Canon Lonsdale, 1914 Includes: (1) Bills of Quantities for sub-contractors, carpenter and joiner accepted by G.P. Robinson (2) Letters to R. & S. Adamson being tenders to supply materials for the above alterations from - (a) The Dunhouse Quarry Co. (b) Crossley & Sons of Middlesborough (c) Wm. Hariman of Newcastle (d) The North Bitchburn Coal Co. (e) Dorman Long & Co. Middlesborough (f) C. Hedley, plumbers of Barnard Castle (g) C.E. Raines, plumbers of Barnard Castle (h) F. Welford, plasterer of Barnard Castle (i) G.P. Robinson, builder of Lartington (j) Kayll & Co. of Leeds (k) J. Atkinson & Son, builders merchants of Darlington (l) J. & R. Mascall, slaters of Bishop Auckland (m) T. Armistead, plumber of Darlington (n) R. Blackett & Son of Darlington (o) Vulcanite Ltd. of Belfast (p) A.E. Cogden, coal merchant of Sunderland (3) Note giving rough details of contents of file
(paper, 1 file)


Abstract of materials used by R. & S. Adamson, for work at Arlaw Banks, for the Rev. Canon Lonsdale, 7 March 1914
(paper, 1 booklet)


Abstract of labour by R. & S. Adamson for the work at Arlaw Banks for the Rev. Canon Lonsdale, 7 March 1914
(paper, 1 booklet)


Plan showing details of stone cornice etc. to windows at Arlaw Banks, by E.C. Surtees, architect, March 1914 Scale: Full size [1:1]
(76 cm. x 120 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing cross section of window with measurements, n.d., c.1914 No scale
(76 cm. x 44 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Certificate signed by R. Brown, Surveyor, for a district council that E.C. Surtees ' plans for alterations to Arlaw Banks have been approved, 15 April 1914
(paper, 1 folio)


Plans showing the following, 21 April 1914 (1) Arlaw Banks garden fence (2) Arlaw Banks girders No scale
(16 1/2 cm. x 29 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing elevation of gates and gate posts, with measurements, by E. C. Surtees, architect, May 1914 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot
(52 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, ink coloured)


Plan to show position of well at Arlaw Banks, with measurements, May 1914 No scale
(29 1/2 cm. x 19 cm., paper, pencil)


Layout plan of part of ground floor at Arlaw Banks, by E.C. Surtees, 15 May 1914 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(48 cm. x 50 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Drawing of garden gate and wall at Arlaw Banks, by E. C. Surtees, 30 July 1914 No scale
(70 cm. x 12 cm., paper, ink, coloured)


Plan showing cross section of house (Arlaw House) with measurements, by E.C. Surtees, architect, July 1914 Scale: 1/2" to 1 foot [1:24]
(50 cm. x 36 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Account from R. & S. Adamson to the December Rev. Canon Lonsdale for alterations at Arlaw Banks, 1914
(paper, 1 file)


Plan to show detail of door frame (at Arlaw Banks) with measurements, n.d., c.1914 Scale: full size [1:1]
(46 cm. x 25 .5 cm., tracing paper, pencil coloured)


Plans showing elevation of house from drive and cross section, n.d., c .1914 Scales: Section: 1 foot to 1 inch [1:12] Elevation: 3/4 inch to 1 foot [1:16]
(56 cm. x 50 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Notebook containing various rough notes and calculations concerned with the work at Arlaw Banks, n.d., c.1914-1916
(paper, 1 booklet)


Various rough notes and calculations regarding the work at Arlaw Banks, n.d., c.1914
(paper, 1 file)


Notes regarding "Frost Cogs", n.d.
(paper, 1 file)

Construction of terrace, 1915 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/61-66)

Bill of Quantities for proposed terrace wall at Arlaw Banks for the Rev. Canon Lonsdale, by E.C. Surtees, architect, of Hall March Street, Barnard Castle, added sheet of revised quantities, 1915
(paper, 1 file)


Letter from E.C. Surtees, 7 Park Terrace, Barnard Castle, to Ernest Adamson, Gainford, concerning a tender to be submitted by Adamson for a terrace at Arlaw Banks. In envelope marked private and confidential, 7 March 1915


Letter of enclosure to E.C. Surtees from R. & S. Adamson being a tender for the work at Arlaw Banks, and covering letter, March 1915
(paper, 2 folios)


Letter from E.C. Surtees, Barnard Castle, to R. & S. Adamson regarding the slow progress of the work at Arlaw Banks, 20 April 1915
(paper, 1 folio)


Plans showing layout and cross section of terrace at Arlaw Banks, by E.C. Surtees, architect, Barnard Castle, 9 March 1916 Scale: 16 feet to 1 inch
(34 cm. x 13 1/2 cm., pencil, ink, partially coloured)


Postcard and letter from Stephen Hogg & Sons, timber merchants of Wycliffe Saw Mill, Barnard Castle, to R. & S. Adamson regarding deliveries to Arlaw Banks, 1 April and 28 April 1916
(paper, 2 folios)

Barningham and Barnard Castle (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/67-75)

Papers regarding alterations to a house at Barningham for Mrs. Smithson, c. 1885, and a house at Barnard Castle for Mr. Jackson, 1885 - 1887


Specifications for work to be carried out on house at Barningham for Mr. Jackson, n.d., c.1885
(paper, 2 folios)


Draft plan showing section of house and detailing staircase of James Jackson at Barnard Castle, n.d., c.1885 No scale
(51 cm. x 38 cm., paper, pencil)


Draft sketch of elevation and layout of house, n.d., c.1885 No scale
(53 cm. x 33 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan of chimneys (at house belonging to James Jackson of Barnard Castle, n.d., c.1885 Scale: Full size [1:1]
(32 cm. x 52 cm., paper, pencil)


Re Mr. Jackson of Barnard Castle, alterations and accounts for time, April - May 1885
(paper, 1 file)


Measurements of mason' s work for Mr. Jackson and an account of work done during May, May 1885
(paper, 1 file)


Letter from R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, to Mr. J. Jackson, Barnard Castle, concerning his account, 13 December 1886
(paper, 1 folio)


R. & S. Adamson account with James Jackson, Esq., Barnard Castle, 3 March 1887
(paper, 1 folio)


Notice of infringement of patent by Rodger R. Lowe of Bolton, 1885
(paper, 1 folio)

Barford Hall (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/76)

Notebook containing details of work done at Barford Hall, 1877
(paper, 1 volume)

Barnard Castle (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/77-216)

Work done for for R.T. Richardson and others

Papers regarding construction for various clients at Barnard Castle (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/77-81)

Bills of quantities of John Ross, architect, Darlington, for erection of villa at Barnard Castle for Joseph Dixon, September 1870
(paper, 3 files)


Copies of bills of quantities for excavator, bricklayer, slater, plasterer, carpenter and architect at Raby Castle, for erection of house at Montalbo Terrace, Barnard Castle for Mr. Winipenny, May 1876
(paper, 1 folio, 4 files)


Bills of quantities by William Peachey, architect, for slater and joiners for house at Barnard Castle for Mr. Lee, May 1876
(paper, 5 folios, 1 booklet)


Rough notes concerning Mr. Richardson, Mr. Lee and Mr. Bainbridge, 20 May 1876
(paper, 1 folio)


Bill of quantities for residence for Mr. Beckwith, Esq., of Galgate, Barnard Castle. Encloses calculation of total costs of all trades, December 1876
(paper, 1 folio, 1 file)

Papers regarding the construction of three houses at Barnard Castle for Mr. Catterick, 1877-1878 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/82-86)

Plan (of R. & S. Adamson) of one of the three houses built by R. & S. Adamson for Mr. Catterick at Barnard Castle, 1877 No scale
(33 cm. x 100 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Draft plan (of R. & S. Adamson) showing proposed new stable and coach house at the house of Mr. Catterick at Barnard Castle. Shows layout with measurements and shows site of Croft Church, n.d., c .1877 No scale
(50 cm. x 66 cm., paper, pencil)


Rough plans of stables and coach house for F. Catterick, Esq., showing elevation and ground plan, with measureme nts, n.d., c.1877
(48 cm. x 18 cm., paper, pencil)


Various papers concerned with the building of a stable and coach house for Mr. J. Catterick, Barnard Castle. Includes: an account book in soft cover; lists of quantities; rough calculations; letter concerning the work from John Appleby (site foreman); bills of account and "estimate of work done", 1878
(paper, 1 bundle)


Estimates for work by various tradesmen and details of materials to be used, n.d., c.1878
(paper, 1 file)

Papers regarding the construction of a bank and residence at Barnard Castle for Messrs. Backhouse and Co., 1877 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/87-88)

Copies of bills of quantities for excavating, masonry and plastering required in construction of bank and residence at Barnard Castle for Messrs. Backhouse & Co., August 1877
(paper, 2 booklets)


Copy of form of tender of R. & S. Adamson for construction of bank and residence at Barnard Castle for Messrs. Backhouse & Co., 27 September 1877
(paper, 1 folio)

Papers regarding the construction of three houses at Bede Terrace, Barnard Castle for Mr. Joseph Harrison, 1877 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/89-106)

Specification for three houses at Bede Terrace, Barnard Castle, n.d., c .1877
(paper, 1 file)


Bill of quantities for three houses at Bede Terrace, Barnard Castle for Mr. Joseph Harrison, 31 March 1877
(paper, 2 folios)


Bill of quantities of residence at Barnard Castle for Mr. J. Harrison, n.d., c.1877
(paper, 1 folio)


Bill of quantities for plasterer' s work in erection of three houses for Mr. Joseph Harrison, n.d., c .1881
(paper, 1 folio)


Copies of specification and bill of quantities for painters work for residence at Barnard Castle for Mr. Harrison, n.d., c.1877
(paper, 2 folios)


Memoranda of goods forwarded by R. Saunders & Co., West Hartlepool (to R. & S. Adamson), April - May 1877
(paper, 5 folios)


Schedule of prices of the plastering at three houses for Mr. Adamson by J.W. Fogarty, n.d., c.1877
(paper, 1 folio)


15 June 1877 (1) Robert and Swainston Adamson, builders of Gainford (2) Forgarty and Perrin, slaters and plasterers of Barnard Castle Agreement between (1) and (2) concerning plastering contract at Bede Terrace for Mr. Harrison
(paper, 1 folio)


Contract for Harrison's B House at Barnard Castle, n.d., c.1877
(paper, 1 folio)


Various rough notes and calculations, n.d., c.1877
(paper, 3 folios, 2 files)


Street plan of three houses at Bede Terrace, Barnard Castle built for Mr. Harrison, n.d., c.1877 Scale: 1 inch to 12 feet [1:144]
(54 cm. x 46 cm., paper, pen, pencil)


Ground plan of three houses built by R. & S. Adamson at Bede Terrace, Barnard Castle for Mr. Harrison, 1877 Scale: 1 inch to 4 feet [1:48]
(56 cm. x 54 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing ground, first and second floor layouts of three houses at Bede Terrace, Barnard Castle, built for Mr. Harrison, n.d., c.1877 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(75 cm. x 56 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing elevations, sections and first floor layout of three houses at Bede Terrace, Barnard Castle for Mr. Harrison, 1877 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(60 cm. x 50 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan showing elevations and sections of three houses at Bede Terrace, Barnard Castle, built for Mr. Harrison, n.d., c.1877 No scale
(70 cm. x 56 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing floor layouts of three houses at Bede Terrace, Barnard Castle for Mr. Harrison, n.d., c.1877 No scale
(66 cm. x 55 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Draft accounts of R. & S. Adamson of work done at Bede Terrace, Barnard Castle for Mr. Harrison, 1877
(paper, 4 folios)


Account from R. & S. Adamson to Mr. J. Harrison of Barnard Castle, 1877
(paper, 1 folio)

Papers regarding the construction of a villa at Barnard Castle for Mr. R. T. Richardson, 1877-1879 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/107-184)

Specification for house (to be built at Barnard Castle) for Mr. Richardson, n.d., c.1877
(paper, 1 file)


Correspondence between R.T. Richardson at Barnard Castle and R. & S. Adamson at Gainford regarding details and progress of building Mr. Richardson's house at Barnard Castle and complaints by Richardson that various aspects of the work have not been properly carried out, January 1877
(paper, 1 bundle)


Bills of quantities for a house at Barnard Castle for R.T. Richardson, Esq., 24 July 1877
(paper, 1 file)


Bill of quantities for joiner' s work for house at Barnard Castle for R.T. Richardson, July 1877
(paper, 1 file)


Plan showing layout of cellars at R.T. Richardson's house, with measurements, July 1877 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(24 cm. x 40 cm., approx. irregular paper, pencil)


Copy of schedule of prices for mason s work required on villa at Barnard Castle for R.T. Richardson, 6 August 1877
(paper, 1 folio)


Schedule of prices of carpenter's and joiner' s work required in the erection of a dwelling house for R.T. Richardson, Esq., at Barnard Castle, 6 August 1877
(paper, 1 folio)


1877 (1) R.T. Richardson, gentleman of Barnard Castle (2) R. & S. Adamson, builders of Gainford Copy of contract for erection of house and outbuildings at John Street, Barnard Castle for the sum of £1,111 5s.0d.
(paper, 1 folio)


Copy of order for joists for R.T. Richardson's house, 13 August 1877
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters and postcards from R.T. Richardson at Barnard Castle to R. & S. Adamson concerning details of and progress of work on his house at Barnard Castle being built by Adamson, 21 August 1877 - 2 November 1878
(paper, 15 folios, 3 files)


Copy of schedule of prices for joiner' s work on villa at Barnard Castle for R.T. Richardson, August 1877
(paper, 1 folio)


Copy of joiners specifications for R.T. Richardson' s house at Barnard Castle, August 1877
(paper, 1 file)


Copy of specification of residence at Barnard Castle for R. T. Richardson, 22 October 1877
(paper, 2 folios, 1 file)


Copy of timber order sent to Thos. Walker & Co., 26 October 1877
(paper, 1 folio)


Copies of memorandums from R. & S. Adamson to R.T. Richardson regarding work at Richardson 's house at Barnard Castle, 7 November 1877 - 18 July 1878
(Paper, 1 file)


Two copies of specifications for conservatory, vineries and outbuildings for R.T. Richardson, Esq., Barnard Castle, by Wm. Peachey, architect, 12 November 1877
(paper, 2 files)


Comparison of tender and actual costs of work on R.T. Richardson' s house at Barnard Castle, 27 November 1877
(paper, 1 folio)


Copy of specifications for conservatory, vineries and outbuildings for R.T. Richardson, Esq., of Barnard Castle, 28 November 1877
(paper, 1 folio)


Bill of quantities for joiners work on outbuilding for R.T. Richardson, 17 December 1877
(paper, 1 folio)


Note of work done and money owed to workmen for Richardson' s outbuildings during week ending 21 December, 21 December 1877
(paper, 1 folio)


Calculation of the cost of ventilators for Richardson' s house, 24 December 1877
(paper, 1 folio)


Copies of extra accounts from R. & S. Adamson to R.T. Richardson for house at Barnard Castle, 1877
(paper, 1 file)


Plan to show ground floor layout of (Mr. Richardson' s house) with measurements, n.d., c.1877 No scale
(34 cm. x 40 cm. approx., irregular, paper, pencil)


Plan showing first floor layout of R.T. Richardson' s house at Barnard Castle, with measurements, n.d., c.1877 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(42 cm. x 34 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plans showing cross sections of R.T. Richardson' s house at Barnard Castle, with measurements, n.d., c.1877 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(44 cm. x 30 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan showing elevation and details of doorway at Richardson's house, n.d., c.1877 Scale: None for elevation, Full size for details [1:1]
(40 cm. x 54 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan of conservatory to be built by R. & S. Adamson for R.T. Richardson, n.d., c.1877 No scale
(paper, pencil)


Plan of Richardson' s conservatory with measurements, n.d., c.1877 Scale: 1/2 " to 1 feet [1:24]
(paper, pencil)


Rough plan to show conservator y coping at Mr. Richardson' s house at Barnard Castle, with measurements, n.d., c.1877 No scale
(23 cm. x 19 cm., paper, pencil)


Specification for front wall (at Mr. Richardson's house), n.d., c.1877
(paper, 1 folio)


Plans showing "Finials" (for Mr. Richardson's house), n.d., c .1877 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(50 cm. x 7 1/2 cm., irregular, tracing paper, pencil)


Plans of tiled hearths (at Richardson's house), n.d., c.1877 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(50 cm. x 15 1/2 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Note of cost of tile hearths (for Mr. Richardson's houses), n.d., c .1877
(paper, 1 folio)


Notebook (belonging to R. & S. Adamson) concerning work at R.T. Richardson 's villa at Barnard Castle, 1877
(paper, 1 booklet)


Notebook (belonging to R. & S. Adamson) concerning R.T. Richardson' s house at Barnard Castle, 1877
(paper, 1 booklet)


Notebook (belonging to R. & S. Adamson) concerning R.T. Richardson' s outbuildings, n.d., c.1877
(paper, 1 booklet)


Part copy of specification and conditions relating to Richardson' s account, n.d., c.1877
(paper, 4 folios)


Rough notes concerning priming woodwork joists to carry brickwork and extra principals to roof all at Richardson 's house, n.d., c.1877
(paper, 1 file)


Notes concerning windows at Mr. Richardson's house, n.d., c.1877
(paper, 1 folio)


Rough notes concerning Richardson's outbuildings, n.d., c.1877 Endorsed: illustration from builders news
(paper, 1 folio)


Various rough notes and calculations concerned with Mr. Richardson' s house at Barnard Castle, 1877 - 1878
(paper, 26 folios, 1 file)


Various papers concerning work at Mr. Richardson' s. Includes: rough notes concerning costs of materials; notes of bricks used; note of total costs of work, n.d., c.1877
(paper, 1 file)


Note of items not entered in ledger (connected with work at Richardson's), c.1877, n.d.
(paper, 1 folio)


List of orders for work (to be done at Mr. Richardson's house), 1877 - 1878
(paper, 1 file)


Letter to Messrs. Adamson from R. Richardson, Barnard Castle, concerning work on his house, 15 January 1878
(paper, 1 folio)


Various notes concerning the building of a conservatory and vinery for Mr. Richardson, 16 January 1878
(paper, 1 file)


Plan of tiled floor at centre of conservatory built for R.T. Richardson, n.d., 1878 No scale
(31 cm. x 24 cm., paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan of tiled floors in kitchen, scullery, lobby and larder at R.T. Richardson 's house at Barnard Castle, n.d., c.1878 Scale: 3/4 " to 1 foot [1:16]
(52 cm. x 48 cm., approx., paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Note from Robert Richardson to Messrs. Adamson concerning the provision of ventilators, 22 January 1878
(paper, 1 folio)


Cancelled papers relating to wash house at Richardson's, 28 January 1878
(paper, 2 folios)


Note of cost of joiners' work to outbuildings (at Mr. Richardson' s house), 20 February 1878
(paper, 1 folio)


Cost accounts for R.T. Richardson' s house, outbuildings, wash-house and garden wall, 20 February 1878
(paper, 1 file)


Account from R. & S. Adamson to R.T. Richardson for additional works done to house at Barnard Castle, 30 March 1878
(paper, 1 folio)


Calculations as to cost and memo of second extra account for Mr. Richardson' s house, 1 April 1878
(paper, 6 folios)


Bill of quantities for wash-house at Barnard Castle for R.T. Richardson, April 1878
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan of tiled floors in vestibule and hall at R.T. Richardson' s house at Barnard Castle, sent by Maw & Co., Brosley, 16 May 1878 Scale: 3/4" to 1 foot [1:16]
(72 cm. x 38 cm., paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Memo from R. & S. Adamson to T. Bundy concerning going to Bowes to remove chapel fittings, 17 May 1878 Endorsed: rough notes
(paper, 1 folio)


Copy of estimate sent to Mr. Richardson for taking down present 10 inch pillars and replacing same with 14 inch pillars and finding coping for full length of vineries, 23 May 1878
(paper, 1 folio)


(1) Letter from J. Rodgers at Barnard Castle to Mr. Adamson, stating that he has completed the brickwork at Mr. Richardson's house and arranging for payment, 30 May 1878 (2) Accounts enclosed with above
(paper, 3 folios)


Copy of approximate statement of R.T. Richardson' s account with R. & S. Adamson, 28 June 1878
(paper, 1 folio)


Memorandum from R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, to Mr. J. Bundy, Barnard Castle, concerning a sash window, 24 July 1878
(paper, 3 folios)


Third extra account for work done at R.T. Richardson' s villa at Barnard Castle by R. & S. Adamson, 12 November 1878
(paper, 1 file)


Cancelled papers relating to the November third extra account for joiner' s work at Mr. Richardson's, 1878
(paper, 9 folios)


Various papers relating to third extra account for mason' s work at Mr. Richardson's, 1878
(paper, 3 folios)


Correspondence from R.T. Richardson, Barnard Castle, to R. & S. Adamson concerning dispute about work done at house at John Street, Barnard Castle, 17 December 1878 - 10 March 1879
(paper, 1 file)


Notes of work done by various tradesmen at Richardson's house, 1878
(paper, 1 file)


Note of cost of joinery work for Richardson's house, n.d., c.1878
(paper, 1 folio)


Accounts to R. & S. Adamson from James Rodgers, Barnard Castle for brickwork done at Richardson 's, n.d., c.1878
(paper, 3 folios)


Rough drafts of accounts from R. & S. Adamson to R.T. Richardson, n.d., c.1878
(paper, 2 folios)


Copy of account to R.T. Richardson with R. & S. Adamson, 14 March 1879, including rough notes concerning above account
(paper, 1 file)


Correspondence from William Waistell, Barnard Castle, to R. & S. Adamson concerning completion of work to house at Barnard Castle for R.T. Richardson, 1 April - 26 June 1879
(paper, 1 file)


Plan of a fruit wall for R.T. Richardson, Esq., showing plan, section and elevation, by Wm. Waistell, 15 April 1879 Scales: elevation 1 inch to 10 feet [1:120], section: 1 inch to 4 feet [1:48], plan: 1 inch to 30 feet [1:360]
(1 plan, 64 cm. x 50 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Copy of quantities and specifications for fruit wall for R.T. Richardson, May 1879
(paper, 1 file)


Balance sheet of account between R.T. Richardson and R. & S. Adamson for a villa built in John Street, Barnard Castle, July 1879
(paper, 1 folio)


Correspondence between R.T. Richardson, Barnard Castle, and R. & S. Adamson disputing liability for faulty window, fitted by R. & S. Adamson, 29 August - 18 September 1879
(paper, 3 folios)


Summons from County Court, Barnard Castle, to R. & S. Adamson, defendants, to appear at the hearing brought by R.T. Richardson, concerning broken window, 27 September 1879
(paper, 1 file)


Copies of formal notice from R.T. Richardson to R. & S. Adamson to produce documents at the hearing of R.T. Richardson v. R. & S. Adamson on 9 October - 13 October 1879
(paper, 2 folios)


Bill of quantities for new house at Barnard Castle for Miss Goundry, by William Livesey, architect, Raby Castle, December 1877
(paper, 1 file)

Papers regarding the construction of a new villa at Barnard Castle for Joseph Errington, 1878 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/185-186)

Copies of bills of quantities of excavator, bricklayer, mason, carpenter, joiner, and plasterer for new villa at Barnard Cast le for Joseph Errington, drawn up by William Livesey, architect at Raby Castle, May 1878
(paper, 1 file)


Rough calculations of brickwork (by May R. & S. Adamson) for house of Joseph Errington at Barnard Castle) 1878
(paper, 1 folio)

Papers regarding the construction of three cottages at Park Terrace, Barnard Castle, for Mr. Joseph Harrison, 1881 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/187-201)

Street plan of three cottages at Park Terrace, Barnard Castle. Shows position of the vicarage and Newgate, n.d., c.1881 No scale
(30 cm. x 22 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Street plan of three cottages at Park Terrace, Barnard Castle, n.d., c .1881 Scale: 1 inch to 12 feet [1:144]
(50 cm. x 44 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Draft ground plan and side elevation of house at Park Terrace, Barnard Castle, n.d., c.1881 Endorsed: Illustration from the Building News 1874 No scale
(32 cm. x 44 cm., paper, pencil)


Ground plan of three houses at Park Terrace, Barnard Castle, shows measurements, n.d., c.1881 Endorsed: Illustration from the Building News, 1874 No scale
(34 cm. x 44 cm., paper, pencil)


Ground and first floor plan of house at Park Terrace, Barnard Castle, owned by Mr. Harrison, n.d., c.1881 No scale
(40 cm. x 31 cm., paper, pencil)


Draft plan showing front elevation of three houses at Park Terrace, Barnard Castle, n.d., c.1881 Scale: 1 inch to 6 feet [1:72]
(55 cm. x 50 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing section through house at Park Terrace, Barnard Castle, n.d., c .1881 Endorsed: Illustration from the Building News No scale
(42 cm. x 34 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing section of houses (at Park Terrace, Barnard Castle), n.d., c .1881 No scale
(30 cm. x 22 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing detail of screen of March Mr. Harrison's houses at Park Terrace, Barnard Castle, 1881 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(17 cm. x 66 cm., paper, ink)


Plan showing details of ceilings at Park Terrace, Barnard Castle, shows measurements, n.d., c.1881


Plan showing dormer on house at Park Terrace, n.d., c.1881 No scale
(42 cm. x 34 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan of dormer of three cottages at Park Terrace, Barnard Castle, shows measurements, n.d., c.1881 No scale
(44 cm. x 32 cm., paper, pencil)


Letter from Mr. Harrison, Barnard Castle, to Robert Adamson concerning dormer windows for three cottages at Park Terrace, n.d., c.1881
(paper, 1 folio)


Rough plan showing details of roofing of three cottages at Park Terrace, Barnard Castle, n.d., c.1881 Endorsed: illustration from the Building News 1874
(44 cm. x 34 cm., paper, pencil)


Draft plan of roofing of end house, Park Terrace, Barnard Castle, c .1881 Endorsed: page from the Building News, 1874
(43 cm. x 33 cm., paper, pencil)

Papers regarding alterations to Mr. Mather's house at Barnard Castle, 1887 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/202-216)

Estimate for alterations to dwelling of Mr. W. Mather at Barnard Castle, 10 April 1887
(paper, 1 folio)


Plans showing alterations to Mr. Mather' s dwelling house, showing cross section and second floor layout with measurements, 1880 Scale: 1 inch to 4 feet [1:48]
(46 cm. x 63 cm., paper, pencil)


Note of proposed alterations to Mr. Mather' s house at Bede Terrace, September 1880
(paper, 1 folio)


Estimate and bill of quantities of R. & S. Adamson for alterations to dwelling of William Mather at Barnard Castle, September 1880
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter to R. & S. Adamson from Wm. Mather, Meldon House, Barnard Castle, requesting an estimate for building a washhouse and giving details, 13 October 1880
(paper, 1 folio)


Cancelled estimate for alterations to property of Wm. Mather at Barnard Castle, 16 October 1880
(paper, 1 folio)


Estimate of R. & S. Adamson for construction of washhouse and tool shed at property of William Mather at Barnard Castle, 15 November 1880
(paper, 1 folio)


Plans of proposed new washhouse and tool house for Mr. Mather, Bede Terrace, Barnard Castle, showing street layout, front and end elevations, November 1880 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96] (50 cm. x 56 cm., irregular, linen


Plan of dormers for dwelling of Mr. Mather, March 1881 No scale
(54 cm. x 43 cm., paper, pencil)


Copy of order of timber by R. & S. Adamson from Byers & Son for contract with Mr. Mather at Barnard Castle, March 1881
(paper, 1 folio)


List of timber ordered from Byers & Son, Stockton, for Mr. Mather of Barnard Castle contract, March 1881
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan showing layout and section of dwelling of Mr. Mather, n.d., c.1881 Scale: 1 inch to 4 feet [1:48]
(44 cm. x 56 cm., paper, pencil)


Note of material sent to Barnard Castle for Mr. Mather's washhouse, c .1881
(paper, 1 folio)


Bills of quantities and specifications for a proposed house at Barnard Castle for Mr. Hardy, by Peg & Farrow, architects, Market place, Barnard Castle, February 1904
(paper, 1 bundle)


Bill of quantities with sub-contractor' account attached relating to construction of house for Mr. Martin at Barnard Castle, drawn up by William Bygate, architect, Darlington, n.d.
(paper, 1 file)

Barton (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/217-221)Farm buildings for Sir Henry Havelock Allan at Barton (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/217)

Papers relating to new farm buil dings at Barton for Sir Henry Havelock Allan, Bart, including bills of quantities by William Livesey, architect, Raby Castle, tender by G. Stobbart, rough calculations, August 1880
(paper, 1 bundle)

Papers regarding various projects at Barton for the Trustees of the late R.H. Allan Bart, 1884 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/218-221)

Bills of quantities for projects for the Trustees of the late R.H. Allan, Esq., for two new cottages near Barton; additions and repairs to two cottages in Barton and addition and alteration to Shepherd house near Barton and additions and alterations to Mr. E. Hall' s house at Barton by William Livesey, architect, of Raby Castle, April - May 1884
(paper, 1 bundle)


Plan showing layout of stable, n.d. No scale
(32 cm. x 14 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing street layout, n.d., c .1879 No scale
(32 cm. x 42 cm., paper, pencil)


Note of work to be done, n.d., c .1884
(paper, 1 folio)

Brownlow estate, Caldwell etc. (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/222-234)Alterations at Highcliff Farm, Earl of Brownlow's Estate (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/222)

Tender by R. & S. Adamson for work required in alterations and additions at Highcliff Farm for the Earl of Brownlow, 1871
(paper, 2 folios)

Papers regarding the construction of, and later additions to, house at Caldwell owned by the Honourable Earl Brownlow and tenanted by Mr. Gayles, 1872-1874 and 1884 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/223-234)

Bills of quantities for a house at Caldwell for the Right Hon. Earl Brownlow by Ross & Lamb, architects, Darlington, 1872
(paper, 20 folios)


Bill of quantities for Sough Hill Farm, Caldwell, c.1872, n.d.
(paper, 1 file)


Specifications for Mr. Gayles farm buildings at Sough Hill, c .1872, n.d.
(paper, 1 folio)


Contractor's co py of the specifications of proposed works at Mr. Gayles at Caldwell, c .1872, n.d.
(paper, 1 file)


Bill of quantities and estimate for extra work for Mr. Gayles at Caldwell, c.1872, n.d.
(paper, 3 folios)


Bill of quantity (of R. & S. Adamson) relating to construction of water supply for Mr. Gayles, May 1878
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters from W.F. Wheatley, Esq., Ashridge Estate Office Berkhampstead, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, concerning work to be done at Mr. Gayles farm near Caldwell, 16 June and 23 July 1884
(paper, 2 folios)


Letters from Mr. W.F. Wheatley, Ashridge Estate Office, Berkhampstead, to Messrs. R. & S. Adamson, builders, Gainford, concerning work to be done at Sough Hill Farm, Caldwell, 17 and 20 June 1884
(paper, 2 folios)


Memorandum from W.F. Wheatley, Esq., Ashridge Estate Office, Berkhampstead, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, concerning acceptance of Adamson 's estimate for work done at Mr. Gayles farm, 11 August 1884
(paper, 1 folio)


Correspondence of W.F. Wheatley, estate agent, Berkhampstead, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, concerning proposed works to be carried out on far m buildings of Mr. Gayles at Caldwell, 15 September - 30 December 1884
(paper, 4 folios)


Draft of supplementary work proposed for property of Mr. Gayles (to be done by R. & S. Adamson), also draft tender of R. & S. Adamson to W.F. Wheatley, for proposed works to farm buildings of Mr. Gayles at Caldwell, 20 September 1884
(paper, 1 folio)


Tenders of J.G. Wharton, slate merchants, Darlington; George Stobbart, plumber, Gainford; James Jackson, plumber, Barnard Castle; and Thomas Wandles s, slate merchant, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson for works in construction of two cottages at Cote Hill on Earl Brownlow 's estate, also bill of quantity, 31 October - 3 November 1883
(paper, 1 file)

Bushell Hill (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/235-241)

Papers regarding the construction of a house at Bushel Hill for Mr. E.L. Pease, 1880


Copies of bills of quantities for excavator, bricklayer, carpenter, mason, plumber, gasfitter, plasterer painter, slater and bell hanger for work required at Bushel Hill; also copies of summary and provisions of bills of quantities, June 1880
(p aper, 1 bundle)


Letters to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford ,being price quotes for various building materials from: (B. Lawton), Newcastle; G. & W.H. Carter, West Hartlepool and The Cleveland Brick & Tile Co., South Bank, 6 and 11 June 1883
(paper, 3 folios)


Notice from M. Robinson, surveyor, to contractors, submitting tenders for building of house and out buildings at Bushel Hill for E.L. Pease, 1 July 1880
(paper, 1 folio)


Copies of bills of quantities for slates and tiles and glazier for work at Bushel Hill for E.L. Pease, n.d., c.1880
(paper, 1 file)


Notes and calculations of R. & S. Adamson relating to work required at Bushel Hill for E.L. Pease, n.d., c.1880
(paper, 1 file)


Plan of passageways with measurements, note that tracing sent to Ferny & Ferny, n.d., c.1880 Endorsed: Illustration from the Building News 31 August, 1877
(21 1/2 cm. x 33 cm., paper, pencil)

Butterby (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/242-254)

Papers regarding work carried out at Butterby Low Farm for T. Wearmouth, 1878


Specification of works to be done at Butterby Low Farm for T. Wearmouth, n.d., c.1878
(paper, 1 folio)


Bill of quantities for proposed additions and alterations to Low Butterby Farm, October 1878
(paper, 1 folio)


Notes and calculations, relating to additions and alterations at Butterby Low Farm for T. Wearmouth, n.d., c.1878
(paper, 5 folios)


Account of masonry work done for Mr. Wearmouth at Butterby, 1878 - 1879
(paper, 1 folio)


List of stone ordered for Butterby Low Farm for T. Wearmouth, 22 March 1879
(paper, 1 folio)


List of timber ordered for T. Wearmouth, April 1879
(paper, 1 folio)


Copy of letter from R. & S. Adamson to Mr. Hutchinson, Durham, concerning tender for Butterby Low Farm, 30 August 1879
(paper, 1 folio)


Notebook of calculations relating to additions and alterations carried out at Low Butterby Farm for T. Wearmouth, n.d., c.1879
(paper, 1 booklet)


Account of extra work executed at Butterby Low Farm for T. Wearmouth by R. & S. Adamson, 1879
(paper, 1 folio)


Account of plastering done at Butterby Low Farm for T. Wearmouth by Mr. McNamara, n.d., c.1879
(paper, 2 folios)


Accounts of joinery done at Butterby for T. Wearmouth, n.d., c.1879
(paper, 2 folios)


Account of extra work undertaken at Butterby Low Farm for T. Wearmouth by R. & S. Adamson, 1879
(paper, 1 folio)


Account of work done by R. & S. Adamson at Butterby Low Farm for Thomas Wearmouth, account cancelled, 1879
(paper, 1 folio)

Bishop Auckland (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/255)

Copy of bill of quantities for construction of weigh house at Bishop Auckland, 5 August 1871
(paper, 1 file)

Catterick (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/256-262)

Papers regarding the construction of farm buildings at "Barnesse", Tunstall near Catterick for the Trustees of Lord Conyers' Estate, 1882-1883


Bills of quantities for construction of farm buildings at Barnesse, Catterick for the trustees of Lord Conyers' Estates, 1882
(paper, 2 folios, 7 files)


Copies of estimates drawn up by Francis Parr, architect, Darlington, for erection of farm buildings at (Tunstall ?) near Catterick, n.d., c.1882
(paper, 5 folios, 2 files)


Copies of plan of farm buildings at Barness, Catterick, showing layout and measurements, n.d., c.1882 Scale: 1 inch to 16 feet [1:192]
(40 cm. x 32 cm., paper, ink)


Tenders from G.R. Gent, plumber, and Thomas Wandless & Son, slaters, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson concerning works to be done in alteration to Barnesse near Catterick, 10 - 16 April 1882
(paper, 2 folios)


Tenders of various merchants to R. & S. Adamson for work on construction of farm buildings at Barnesse, Catterick, including: T. Metcalfe, painter; The Whessoe Foundry; J.G. Wharton; G. Denham & Co.; J. Wandless, slater, all of Darlington at Darlington En gineering Co., 14 - 16 April 1882
(paper, 1 file)


Schedule for joiner by the owners of Whessoe Foundry, Darlington, relating to construction of farm buildings at Barnesse, Catterick, 18 April 1882
(paper, 1 folio)


Tender of J. & G. Wharton, Slate Merchant, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson for slating, plumbing and glazing at Tunstall, 9 August 1883
(paper, 1 folio)

Clifton Castle, Yorkshire (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/263-264)

Works for the Pulleine family


Various papers concerned with the erection of a cart lodge and cow houses on the estate of Mr. Pulleine, Clifton Castle, includes bills of quantity for masons and joiners and rough calculations, October 1879
(paper, 6 folios)


Number not used

Darlington (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/265-267)Baydales Farm near Darlington (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/265)

Copies of bills of quantities of carpenter, painter, slater, plumber, glazier, excavator, bricklayer and mason, for works in the erection of farmhouse at Baydales Farm near Darlington, June 1881

Papers regarding the construction of a house at Lorne Terrace, Darlington for Mr. W. Ferguson, 1881 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/266-267)

Bill of quantities, drawn up by N. Macara, architect, for construction of house at Lorne Terrace, Darlington, for W. Ferguson, 11 February 1881
(paper, 1 file)


Calculation of R. & S. Adamson concerning construction of house at Lorne Terrace, Darlington, for W. Ferguson, February 1881
(paper, 1 folio)

Dalton, Yorkshire (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/268-278)

Papers regarding the demolition of outbuildings and alterations to a cottage known as Hill Cottage at Dalton owned by J.T. Harland and occupied by J. White, 1915 - 1916


Copy of byelaws of Richmond Rural District Council, relating to "new buildings", 1896
(paper, 1 booklet)


Correspondence between J.T. Harland, Leeds, and R. & S. Adamson, concerning alterations to cottage at Dalton, 23 April 1915 - 8 February 1916
(paper, 1 file)


Sketch, drawn by J.T. Harland of cottage at Dalton, showing west elevation, n.d., c.1915 No scale
(12 cm. x 9 cm., paper, pencil)


Copy of specification of work required in demolition of outbuildings and alterations to cottage at Dalton, occupied by J. White and owned by J.T. Harland, Leeds, January 1916
(paper, 1 file)


Tender from J. Atkinson & Son to R. & S. Adamson for slating required at Hill Cottage, Dalton, 29 January 1916
(paper, 1 folio)


Blank form for acceptance of tender of J. Atkinson, slaters, West Hartlepool, n.d., c.1916
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from J. Wetherell, inspector of nuisances at Richmond Rural District Council, to R. & S. Adamson concerning approval of plans for Hill Cottage at Dalton, 9 March 1916
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan, elevation and sections of cottage at Dalton, owned by J.T. Harland, occupied by J. White, n.d., c.1916 No scale
(61 cm. x 57 cm., paper, pencil)


Ground and first floor plan of cottage at Dalton, Richmond owned by J.T. Harland, n.d., c.1916 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(64 cm. x 54 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


West elevation of cottage at Dalton of T. Holland, n.d., c.1916 No scale
(23 cm. x 18 cm., paper, pencil)


Notes and calculations of R. & S. Adamson, relating to Hill Cottage at Dalton, n.d., c.1915
(paper, 1 file)

East Appleton, Yorkshire (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/279)

Estimate and bills of quantity for alterations and additions to farm buildings at East Appleton near Catterick, Yorkshire, by Francis Parr, architect, Duke Street, Darlington, June 1884
(paper, 1 bundle)

Eppleby, Yorkshire (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/280-287)Works at Eppleby (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/280-281)

Plans by Ross & Lamb, architects, of a new farmhouse at Eppleby, n.d. (a) Showing cross section and elevation Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96] (43 cm. x 57 cm., paper, ink partially coloured) (b) Showing four elevations Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(43 cm. x 57 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan of engine shed water tank at Eppleby for Forcett Limestone Co. Ltd. Shows elevation, section and layout, n.d., c.1880 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(35 cm. x 60 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)

Papers regarding the construction of a farm house at Eppleby for General G.B. Heastey, 1884 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/282-283)

An estimate for the erection and completion of a new farmhouse and buildings at Eppleby on the estate of General G.B. Heastey, by Smith & Broderick, architects and Surveyors, Hull, November 1884
(paper, 1 folio, 2 files)


Plan by Ross & Lamb, architects, Darlington, of a new farmhouse at Eppleby. Showing layouts and roof plan, n.d., c.November 1884 No scale
(42 cm. x 50 cm., ink, partially coloured)

Papers regarding the construction of a new farmhouse at Long Riggs, Eppleby, owned by Mrs. Jacob Coulson and tenanted by Mr. Boughill, 1907 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/284-287)

Bills of quantities for proposed new farmhouse at Long Riggs, Eppleby, for Mrs. Jacob Coulson, farms tenant is Mr. Boughill, by Kitching & Lee, architects, Darlington and Middlesbrough, June 1907
(paper, 1 file)


Letters to R. & S. Adamson from John Wandless, slater, being a tender and supply slating for new farmhouse at Long Rigg and from the N.E.R. Co. being a quotation of the cost of carrying bricks from Darlington to Forcett, 8 June - 25 June 1907
(paper, 1 file)


Various rough notes and calculations of cost of work at new farmhouse at Eppleby, includes: note of make-up of tender sent in, and also cost of bricks, June 1907
(paper, 1 file)


Postcard from Kitching & Lee, architects, Darlington, to Mr. Adamson re the tenders which were accepted for the proposed farmhouse at Long Rigg [Adamsons not accepted], 10 July 1907
(paper, 1 folio)

Evenwood (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/288)

Various papers regarding the construction of four houses near Evenwood for J. Snailham, comprising: bills of quantities; tender for slating from R. Mascall, Bishop Auckland; and plan showing layouts and elevations, September 1895 Scale: 1/2" to 1 foot [1:24]
(paper, 1 bundle and 1 plan, 45 cm. x 67 cm., tracing paper, pencil)

Forcett (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/289)

Account of work carried out by R. & S. Adamson at dwelling of Mr. Kay, Forcett, n.d.
(paper, 1 file)

Gainford (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/290-460)House occupied by Simpson at Gainford (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/290-301)

Papers regarding work carried out at house in Gainford, owned by Mr. John Callendar of Hartlepool and occupied by Mr. Simpson, 1869


Specification for work proposed to be done in a house at Gainford, occupied by Mr. Simpson, 2 June 1869
(paper, 1 folio)


Estimate of cost of work for Mr. Simpson, n.d., c.1869
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan of Ground Floor of house, n.d. , c.1869 No scale
(18 cm. x 12 cm., paper, ink)


Unidentified plan, n.d., c.1869 No scale
(33 cm. x 43 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Letter to John Callendar from William Hodgson, Darlington, being details of repairs needed to the house in Gainford tenanted by Mr. Simpson, 28 April 1869
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter to R. & S. Adamson from W. Simpson, Hartlepool, concerning the preparation of a sketch of alterations for Mr. Callendar, and a meeting with him, 7 June 1869
(paper, 1 folio)


Memos from Gray Callendar & Co., Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson, concerning meetings with a Mr. Pope, builder, Hartlepool, 8 June and 12 August 1869
(9 folios)


Draft letter from Gainford (from Adamson), regarding an enclosed plan of alterations to Mr. Simpson 's property, 9 June 1869
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter to R. & S. Adamson from Callendar, Hartlepool, regarding: lining with lead of water drainage system; and instillation of w.c., 11 June 1869
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter to Messrs. Adamson from Thos. Allenby, Hartlepool, regarding work for Mr. Simpson, 12 June 1869
(paper, 1 folio)


Draft letters from Mr. Adamson, Gainford, to Mr. Callendar, re alterations to Mr. Simpson's property, 1869
(paper, 1 folio)


Rough notes and calculations, n.d., c .1869
(paper, 5 folios)

Papers regarding the dispute between R. & S. Adamson and Major George Hodgson J.P., concerning Adamsons accounts for work carried out at Hodgson 's house 1894 - 1896 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/302-307)

Copies of accounts of R. & S. Adamson of joinery and masonry done on windows, drawing room, flooring and west stable at Major Hodgson 's residence, Gainford, 1874 - 1876
(paper, 1 bundle)


Copies of correspondence from R. & S. Adamson to Major Hodgson, Gainford, concerning progress of work done by them at house of Major Hodgson and disputing payment, 11 October 1874 - 1875
(paper, 1 bundle)


Copies of correspondence from R. & S. Adamson to Walker and Emley, Newcastle upon Tyne, and Mather & Armstrong, Newcastle upon Tyne, concerning supply of goods for Major Hodgson 's house, 28 October - 25 November 1874
(paper, 4 folios)


Copies of correspondence from R. & S. Adamson to Mr. Thompson, concerning repairs required at house of Major Hodgson and dispute over payment, 16 December 1874 - 2 March 1875
(paper, 1 bundle)


5 May 1876 (1) Robert and Swainston Adamson, builders at Gainford (2) George Hodgson, gentleman at Gainford (3) George Gradon, builder at Durham Award of damages (2) to (1) by (3)
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from Wm. Watson, Junior, solicitor, London, to R. & S. Adamson, concerning award for damages won by R. & S. Adamson from Major Hodgson, 29 June 1876
(paper, 1 folio)

Papers regarding work carried out for Mr. Robert Hornsby, Saddler of Gainford, 1879 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/308-313)

Bills of quantities for masons and joiners work for alterations and additions to property at Gainford belonging to Mr. Robert Hornsby, July 1879
(paper, 2 folios)


Bill of quantities for proposed new shop and stables for Mr. Robert Hornsby, July 1879
(paper, 1 folio)


Accounts from R. & S. Adamson to Mr. Robert Hornsby for work done, July 1879
(paper, 2 folios)


Accounts for work done at Robert Hornsby's new shops, 1879
(paper, 8 folios)


Account for joiners work, note on reverse states account cancelled, n.d., c .1879
(paper, 1 folio)


Various papers concerned with the building of cottages for Isaac Charge [at Gainford ?]. Includes: rough calculations; bills of account; details and costs of carting and time and pay sheets for masons and joiners, c.1880
(paper, 1 bundle)

Gainford for C.W.S. Goodger (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/314-457)

Papers regarding work carried out for Mr. C.W.S. Goodger of Grey Street, Newcastle, comprising construction of and alterations to various cottages in Gainford, 1881 - 1903

N.B. Papers include details of at least two sets of cottages, however these cannot be separated. See also Section 21 for other business transactions between R. & S. Adamson and C.W.S. Goodger


Street layout of cottages at Gainford for Mr. Goodger, 27 January 1881 Endorsed: Pages from journal "Builders News"
(42 cm. x 60 cm., paper, pencil,)


Letter from Pictor & Sons, Stone Merchants, London, concerning availability of Bath Stone, April 1881 Endorsed: Account for Mr. Goodger' s piggery, dated 1889
(paper, 1 folio)


Estimate for carrying out of works on cottage at Gainford for Mr. Goodger including: Quantities for Mason 's work; Slating; Joiner's quantities; Joiner' s work and Work specification, 28 June 1888
(paper, 7 folios)


Plan of proposed cottage at Gainford, by Silvester S. Whisby, architect, Tyne mouth, for C.W.S. Goodger, Tynemouth, showing front elevation, ground and first floor layout and cross section. Measurements shown, 17 July 1888 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(67 cm. x 50 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Specification by Silvester S. Whisby, architect, Tynemouth, to Messrs. Adamson of work required to be executed at Gainford for Mr. C.W.S. Goodger, Newcastle upon Tyne, July 1888
(paper, 1 folio)


Copies of bills of quantities from Clark and Moscrop, architects, Darlington, for C.W.S. Goodger, Gainford, relating to contracting by painter, slater, plumber and glazier, and bricklayer, mason and plasterer on cottages at Gainford, including conditions relating to bills of quantities, March 1892
(paper, 5 files)


Specification for erection and completion of pair of cottages at Gainford for C.W.S. Goodger in accordance with plans prepared by Clark and Moscrop, architects, Darlington, detailing works by mason and bricklayers, plasterers, plumbers, painter and glazier, March 1892
(paper, 1 file)


Letter from R. Mascall, slater & Slate, Merchant of Old Packet Wharf, Middlesborough, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, concerning a tender to slate a pair of cottages at Gainford. Note on reverse confirms them to be Mr. Goodger 's cottages, 27 March 1892
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from John Wanless, slater, 2 High Terrace, Northgate, Darlington, to R. Adamson giving a tender for slating two cottages at Gainford. Note on reverse confirms as property of Mr. Goodger, 29 March 1892
(paper, 1 folio)


Copy of tender for work by tradesmen delivered to Clark & Moscrop, architects, Darlington, for work to be done on cottages for Mr. C.W.S. Goodger at Gainford, 31 March 1892
(paper, 1 folio)


Plans of cottages at Gainford showing front elevation, section, ground and first floor layouts, with measurements, by Clark & Moscrop, architects, Darlington, for Mr. Goodger, April 1892 No scale
(47 cm. x 45 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Note of tenders for work by masons, carpenters and joiners, slaters, plumber and glaziers and painter, 25 April 1892
(paper, 1 folio)


Account of masons for work carried out on cottages (at Gainford) owned by Mr. Goodger, n.d., c.1892
(paper, 1 folio)


Specifications and costs of building materials for two cottages at Gainford for Mr. C.W.S. Goodger, c.1892, n.d.
(paper, 1 folio)


Rough note of specification and cost of building materials for Mr. Goodger, n.d., c.1892
(paper, 1 folio)


Ground plan of Mr. Goodger' s cottages with measurements, 1892 No scale
(22 cm. x 17 cm., thick paper, ink)


Rough specifications concerning walls, n.d., c.1892
(paper, 1 folio)


Specifications of timber for Mr. Goodger 's cottages, n.d., c.1892
(paper, 1 booklet)


Plan of side elevation of fireplace jamb for Mr. Goodger' s houses at Gainford, n.d., c.1892 Scale: full size [1:1]
(120 cm. x 26 cm., tissue paper, pencil)


Rough diagram with measurements, n.d., c.1892 No scale
(21 cm. x 33 cm., paper, pencil)


Diagram showing cross section of stair bannister for C.W.S. Goodger, Esq., n.d., c.1892 No scale
(51 cm. x 21 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans for arches in houses at Gainford property of C.W.S. Goodger, Esq., with measurements, n.d., c.1892 No scale
(51 cm. x 30 cm., tracing paper, pencil, ink, partially coloured)


Specifications and costing for plumbing, n.d., c.1892
(paper, 1 file)


Plan of staircase with measurements, n.d., c.1892
(paper, pencil)


Plans of cornices for No. 1 house, n.d., c.1892 No scale
(39 cm. x 25 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Rough specifications for doors and windows, n.d., c.1892
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan for bay window showing measurements, n.d., c.1892 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(34 cm. x 21 cm., paper, pencil)


Letters from Clark and Moscrop, architects, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson, concerning the completion of Mr. Goodger 's cottages and enclosing a cheque, 3 September - 26 September 1892
(paper, 3 folios)


Notice of delivery from John Lear & Sons, ironmongers, Darlington, to Messrs. R. & S. Adamson (at Gainford) of kitchen ranges, stoves and grates, 30 September 1892
(paper, 1 folio)


Various letters to R. & S. Adamson, containing tenders for work or supply of materials on cottages at Gainford or agreements concerning work or supply. Correspondents include: Clark & Moscrop, architects, Darlington; Mr. Lancaster; G.Marshall & Sons, Darlington; Wm. Russell & Sons, ironmongers, Darlington; Wm. Brown, timber merchants, Darlington; Robert Varvill & Sons, York; R. Maxall, slate merchant, Middlesborough; G.R. Gent, plumber; John Wandless, slater; J. & G. Wharton, builders merchant, Darlington; Emmerson Smith, plumber, Darlington, 1892 - 1894
(paper, 1 bundle)


Bills of quantities for painter, slater (2 copies), carpenter and joiner, excavator mas on and bricklayer and plasterer by Clark & Moscrop, architects, Darlington, for two houses at Gainford for C.W.S. Goodger, Esq., June 1893
(paper, 6 files)


Letter from Clark & Moscrop, architects, Darlington, containing conditions relating to and bill of quantities for two houses at Gainford for C.W.S. Goodger, Esq., June 1893
(paper, 1 folio)


Sketch showing cross sectional details of front doors and lobby screen doors (on houses at Gainford), n.d., c.1893 No scale
(35 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Note accounting garden fencing of C.W.S. Goodger, n.d, c.1893
(paper, 1 folio)


Sketch of spar coupling for cottage owned by C.W.S. Goodger (at Gainford), showing measurements, n.d., c.1893 No scale
(11 cm. x 21 cm., paper, pencil)


Draft letter replying to one of 16 September (from R. & S. Adamson to C.W.S. Goodger) concerning connection of water supply and garden fencing at houses at Gainford, n.d., c.1893
(paper, 1 folio)


Calculations concerned with the Gainford properties of C.W.S. Goodger and R.H. Brockett, n.d., c.1893 Endorsed: Rough sketch of a ground plan with measurements
(paper, 1 folio)


Draft specifications for timber, cement and plumbing material (for two houses at Gainford), n.d., c.1893
(paper, 7 folios, 3 files)


Accounts and draft accounts concerning works carried out by mason, joiner, slater, plasterer, plumber and glazier and painter on two houses at Gainford owned by Mr. C.S.W. Goodger, 1893
(paper, 3 folios)


Draft plan of layout of two houses (at Gainford, being built by R. & S. Adamson for C.W.S. Goodger), n.d., c.1893 No scale
(29 cm. x 46 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Sketches of iron railing and wall, measurements shown, n.d., c.1893 Endorsed: Copy of Building News , 27 January 1881 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(2 folios, 34 cm. x 21 cm., tracing paper, ink and 32 cm. x 42 cm., paper, pencil, ink)


Sketches of layout of houses (at Gainford), measurements shown, n.d., c .1893 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(42 cm. x 32 cm., paper, pencil, ink)


Sketch showing alteration to design of front door (of houses at Gainford owned by C.W.S. Goodger), measurements shown, n.d., c.1893 No scale
(19 cm. x 21 cm., paper, pencil, 2 inks)


Specifications of square and bay windows (for two houses at Gainford, owned by C.W.S. Goodger), n.d., c.1893
(paper, 1 folio)


Sketch of cornices and window, showing measurements (houses at Gainford), n.d., c.1893 No scale
(20 cm. x 32 cm., paper, ink)


Letter from Messrs. Adamson to C.W.S. Goodger, concerning drain works and enclosing estimate for such, n.d., c.1893
(paper, 3 folios)


Notices and delivery of timber by the executors of the late T. Walker to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, 5 September - 27 November 1893
(paper, 3 folios)


Letter from C.W.S. Goodger to R. & S. Adamson concerning settlement of payment to R. & S. Adamson for erection of houses at Gainford, 8 September 1893
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from Clark & Moscrop to Messrs. Adamson concerning the carrying out of works by Messrs. Adamson for Mr. Goodger, 9 September 1893
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from Mr. Adamson, Gainford, Darlington, to Messrs. Clark & Moscrop, architects, Darlington, concerning the carrying out of works by him for Mr. Goodger, 11 September 1893
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan by Clark & Moscrop, architects, Darlington, of two houses at Gainford for C.W.S. Goodg er, showing front and back elevation sections, first floor plan and attic plan, with measurements, September 1893 No scale
(64 cm. x 48 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Layout plan of Mr. Goodger' s two houses at Gainford, to be built by R. & S. Adamson of Gainford, measurements shown, September 1893 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(25 cm. x 38 cm., paper, ink)


Plan by Clark & Moscrop, architects, of two houses at Gainford owned by C.W.S. Goodger, shows layout and elevations with measurements, September 1893 No scale
(48 cm. x 63 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Order forms from Mr. Adamson, Gainford, to Summit & Dunhouse Quarry Company for Dunhouse Stone, 10 October 1893
(paper, 1 file)


Plan of houses at Gainford from Clark & Moscrop, architects, Darlington, to the owner, C.W.S. Goodger, shows cross sections, October 1893
(90 cm. x 67 cm., paper, ink, pencil, partially coloured)


Plasterer' s time sheet, recording carriage of Craven Lime from railway station to houses at Gainford, 20 January 1894
(paper, 1 folio)


Order form of R. & S. Adamson at Gainford to Summit and Dunhouse Quarry Company for a supply of Dunhouse Stone, 3 February 1894
(paper, 1 folio)


Draft accounts of work carried out by masons, carpenter, joiner, plasterer, plumber and glazier and painter (on two houses at Gainford owned by C.W.S. Goodger), n.d., c.1894
(paper, 1 file)


Specification for casings, doors and ceiling joists (on houses at Gainford, being built by R. & S. Adamson for C.W.S. Goodger), n.d., c.1894
(paper, 1 folio)


Diagrams of mouldings two sheets, by R. & S. Adamson, 26 July 1894 No scale (22 cm. x 1 4 cm. tracing paper, ink and 20 cm. x 26 cm. tracing paper, pencil)
(1 file)


Letter from Clark & Moscrop, architects, to Messrs. Adamson enclosing the certificate for the balance of Mr. Goodgers contract, 13 August 1894
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from Clark & Moscrop, architects, Darlington, to Mrs. Watson concerning fencing to be put up by Mr. Adamson, 28 August 1895
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from C.W.S. Goodger, 27 Grey Street, Newcastle, to R. & S. Adamson, concerning alterations to a house to suit the needs of a tenant, 16 September 1895
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters and notes concerning connection of water supply to houses at Gainford, including letters from Wm. Russell & Sons, plumbers, Darlington, 30 September to 8 October 1895
(paper, 1 file)


Reply from C.W.S. Goodger, Newcastle upon Tyne, to R. & S. Adamson, concerning payment for extra works (carried out on houses at Gainford) 14 October 1895
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters from C.W.S. Goodger to Messrs. R. & S. Adamson concerning alterations to house at Gainford, occupied by Mrs. Watson, 21 October 1895
(paper, 2 folios)


Specification and costing for laying water on to Mr. Goodger' s property at Gainford, by Messrs. Russell & Sons, April 1896
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from John Wandless, slater, Corporation Road, Darlington, to Mr. R. Adamson being an account for slating a house at Gainford, 1896
(paper, 1 folio)


Copy of specification of works to be carried out in the erection of cottage at Gainford for C.W.S. Goodger, Esq., July 1896
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters from Mr. Goodger, 27 Grey Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, to R. & S. Adamson concerning alterations to the property at Gainford, 30 July to 8 August 1896
(paper, 1 file)


Specifications for timber for Mr. Goodger' s cottages by R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, August 1896
(paper, 1 file)


Letter from C.W.S. Goodger, Newcastle, to R. & S. Adamson concerning drainage of cottages, 9 December 1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Copy of report of sanitary inspector on drainage of house at Gainford, from R.B. Duncan, Secretary of N.E. Sanitary Inspection Association, 16 December 1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from C.W.S. Goodger, Newcastle, to R. & S. Adamson enclosing Sanitary Inspector 's report on the drainage of Mr. Watson's house, 18 December 1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Report on drainage of Gainford property to Mr. C.W.S. Goodger, 24 December 1897
(paper, 2 folios)


Letter from C.W.S. Goodger, Newcastle, to R. & S. Adamson, concerning drainage scheme on Gainford property, 4 January 1898
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from C.W.S. Goodger, Newcastle, to R. & S. Adamson concerning repairs to his properties done by Adamsons, 5 January 1898


Letter from Mr. Goodger, Newcastle, to Mr. Adamson, concerning drainage of Gainford cottages, 3 February 1898
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from C.W.S. Goodger to R. Adamson concerning Mr. Hartley' s drains, 23 February 1898
(paper, 1 folio)


Rough plan of properties belonging to C.W.S. Goodger and R.H. Brockett, n.d., c.1898 No scale
(56 cm. x 44 cm., thick paper, pencil, ink)


Plan of staircase with measurements, n.d., c.1898 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12] Endorsed: Ground plans with measurements Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(51 cm. x 44 cm., thick paper, pencil)


Rough specification and costing for building materials for cottage at Gainford, n.d., c.1898
(paper, 1 folio)


Number not used


Plan showing details of gable ends of cottages at Gainford by Watson & Curry, architect, Newcastle, n.d., c.1903 Scale: 1/2 " to 1 foot [1:24]
(48 cm. x 35 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Sketch plan of chimney shaft, n.d., c .1903 No scale
(17 cm. x 11 cm., paper, pencil, showing measurements)


Rough sketch of chimney, n.d., c .1903 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(46 cm. x 16 cm., paper, ink, pencil)


Plan showing details of stonework to doors and windows, for Mr. Goodger' s cottages at Gainford, shows cross sections and elevations, by Watson and Curry, architects, n.d., c.1903 Scale: : 1/2 " to 1 foot [1:24]
(52 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Rough notes and calculations concerning various aspects of work on Mr. Goodger ' s cottages Gainford, including fencing, brick deliveries, plastering, closets and skirtings.
(paper, 13 folios)


Rough sketch of window head, n.d. No scale Endorsed: Part of bye-election campaign notice for Barnard Castle Parliamentary Constituency, 1903
(20 cm. x 13 cm., paper, pencil)


Sketch showing scullery window, n.d., c.1903 No scale
(15 cm. x 17 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan to show position of wall plates and joists, n.d., c.1903 No scale
(21 cm. x 13 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan of Mr. Goodger' s cottages at Gainford showing elevations and layout of ground and first floors, elevations to show relationship of Goodger 's cottages to those existing, n.d., c.1903 Scale: 1/2 " to 1 foot
(48 cm. x 31 cm., paper, pencil)


Details of quotations given for staircases and specifications for drains and stone openings for windows from letter dated 10 June, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan of two cottages, showing elevations and layouts (cottages at Gainford), n.d., c.1903 No scale
(42 cm. x 46 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plan by Watson & Curry, architects, Newcastle upon Tyne, of proposed cottages at Gainford for C.W.S. Goodger, showing ground and 1st floor layouts and front and back elevations, n.d., c.1903 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(60 cm. x 48 cm., linen, paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan by R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, for C.W.S. Goodger, Esq., showing layout and drainage of street, n.d., c.1903 Scale: 1/2 " to 1 foot [1:24]
(47 cm. x 43 cm., of irregular shape, paper, ink)


Plan of dormer windows, n.d., c .1903 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(41 cm. x 62 cm., paper, pencil)


Specifications for timber for Mr. Goodger's cottages, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan of cottages at Gainford showing elevations, cross sections and layouts, with measurements, n.d., c.1903 No scale
(41 cm. x 62 cm., thick paper, pencil)


Specifications and costing of building materials, by Messrs. Watson and Goss for Mr. Goodger, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Play of layout of two cottages showing measurements, n.d., c.1903 No scale
(36 cm. x 34 cm., irregular, thick paper, pencil)


Plan showing cross section of staircase with measurements, n.d., c.1903 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(37 cm. x 42 cm., paper, ink)


Plan of Watson & Curry, architect, Newcastle upon Tyne, of proposed cottages at Gainford for C.W.S. Goodger, showing cross section and elevation, n.d., c.1903 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(31 cm. x 32 cm., linen, paper, ink, partially coloured)


Specification of drainage for the cottages of Mr. Goodger, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Diagram of fanlight, n.d., c.1903 Endorsed: Drawing of steps No scale
(foolscap paper, pencil)


Plan of property at Gainford showing drains, by Watson & Curry, architects, Newcastle, for C.W.S. Goodger, Esq., n.d., c.1903 Scale: 16 feet to 1 inch [1:192]
(50 cm. x 33 cm., linen paper, ink, partially coloured)


Joiners specifications for Mr. Goodger' s cottages at Gainford, 1903
(paper, 2 folios)


Plan of cottages (at Gainford) showing elevations relating to neighbouring cottages and layouts of ground and first floors, with measurements, c.1903 No scale Endorsed: Diagrams with measurements of door and window
(42 cm. x 26 cm., thick paper, pencil)


Approximate bill of quantities of existing cottages, by Watson and Curry, architects, Newcastle, for Mr. C.W .S. Goodger, 1 May 1903
(paper, 1 file)


Account by Watson & Curry, architects, for C.W.S. Goodger concerning cottages at Gainford, 15 May 1903
(paper, 1 booklet)


Estimate of Mr. Brown to R. & S. Adamson at Gainford, concerning timber supplies, 16 May 1903
(paper, 1 file)


Tenders of slating, plumbing, timber and painting contractors for the carrying out of works at Gainford for Messrs. Adamson at Gainford. Contractors include Richard Harris & Son, builders, Newcastle upon Tyne; J. & R. Mascall, slaters, Bishop Auckland; W. Coates, plumber, Darlington; W. Brown, timber merchant, Darlington; T. Walker, West Hartlepool; W. Lancaster, slate mer chant, Darlington; Wharton Bros., slate merchants, Darlington; J.C. Rennison, plumber, Darlington; T. Metcalfe, painter, Darlington, and Lishman & Son, ironmongers, Darlington, 16 May - 25 May 1903
(paper, 1 file)


Specification and tender to supply timber to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, from S. Walker of Thomas Walker & Co. Ltd., West Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, 18 May 1903
(paper, 2 folios)


Memorandum from John Wanless, Slate Merchant, 42 Cleasby Terrace, Corporation Road, Darlington, regarding tender for slating at Gainford, 18 May 1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Tender of Sykes & Co., Ironmongers, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson, for building supplies for buildings at Gainford for C.W.S. Goodger, 18 May 1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Correspondence of Watson & Curry, architects, Newcastle upon Tyne, to R. & S. Adamson, concerning the completion of cottages owned by Mr. Goodger, includes letters and telegrams, 23 May - 14 December 1903
(paper, 1 bundle)


Specification of stone for Mr. Goodger's cottages, June 1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Memorandum of agreement between C.W.S. Goodger and R. & S. Adamson concerning works carried out at Gainford, 5 June 1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Copy of Mason's specifications for June Mr. Goodger's cottages, 1903
(paper, 3 folios)


Correspondence of merchants to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, concerning the supply of materials (for cottages at Gainford). Correspondents include: Wm. Brown, timber merch ants, Darlington; Sykes & Co., ironmongers, Darlington; Kayll & Co., glass and lead merchants, Leeds; T. Walker, West Hartlepool; Hill & Smith, ironmongers, Brierley Hill; and J.D. Lowe, Tees Valley Water Board, Stockton on Tees, includes letters and post cards, 10 June - 21 October 1903
(paper, 1 bundle)


Letter from Watson & Curry, architects, 18 Grainger Street, Newcastle, to R. & S. Adamson concerning glass for fanlights for Mr. Goodger 's cottages, 16 July 1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters of Thomas Walker & Co., West Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, concerning the supply and delivery of timber to Adamsons, 17 July to 9 October 1903
(paper, 1 file)


Letter from Mr. A. Pattison, Secretary of the North Bitchburn Coal Co. Ltd., to R. & S. Adamson, builders, Gainford, concerning the replacement of 3 salt glased sinks purchased by Adamsons with amber enamelled ones, 30 July 1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan by Watson & Curry, architect, Newcastle, of outbuildings of cottages at Gainford, owned by Mr. C.W.S. Goodger, showing elevation, cross section and ground plan, 31 July 1903 Scale: 1/2" to 1 foot [1:24]
(55 cm. x 40 cm., waxed paper, linen, ink, partially coloured)


A notice that specified goods have been despatched to Gainford, from Thomas Walker & Co., West Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, 19 August 1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Note concerning payment of plasterers and labourers, August - September, c .1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Lette rs of Young & Marten Ltd., Stratford, East London, and Hill & Smith, Brierley Hill, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, concerning the supply of earth closet pails to Adamson, 21 September - 24 September 1903
(paper, 1 file)


Plans of first and ground floor layouts and front elevation of cottage by Watson & Curry, architects, to Mr. C.S.W. Goodger, includes two folios in file, n.d., c.30 September 1903 Scale: 8 feet to 1 inch [1:96]
(37 cm. x 27 cm., paper, pencil, partially coloured and 23 cm. x 25 cm., waxed paper, pencil)


Rough notes concerning work at Mr. Goodger's houses, n.d., c .20 October 1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Specifications for doors for Mr. Goodger, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Account of C.W.S. Goodger, Gainford, to R. & S. Adamson, concerning three cottages at Gainford, enclosing sketch plan of surface water drain, 31 October 1903 No scale
(21 cm. x 10 cm., cardboard, paper, pencil, 2 folios)

Papers regarding additions to House in Gainford, property of Mr. Culley (also spelt Colley) and occupied by Miss Brown, 1881 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/458-460)

Papers concerned with additions to Miss Brown' s house at Gainford for Mr. Culley, includes: Bill of Quantities; Specifications of work to be done; List of jobs to be done and Rough calculations, January 1881
(paper, 4 folios)


Rough plans connected with Mr. Colley' s house, showing front elevation, cross section and layout, n.d., c .1881 No scale
(42 cm. x 32 cm., paper, pencil)


Rough plans and calculations, showing cross section and layouts, n.d., c .1881 No scale
(32 cm. x 43 cm., paper, pencil)