International records / UK National Archives

Letter of instructions from the owners of the Chesterfield to William Earle, Captain, for a slaving voyage from Liverpool to Calabar

D/EARLE/1/1 | THE EARLE COLLECTION.SHIPPING PAPERS. | Liverpool 22nd May 1751. Captain W. Earle. You being Commander of our snow the Chesterfield we give you the following instructions which you are to observe. The first favourable opportunity you are to sail hence for Douglas Island there take on board from Mr. Paul Bridson sundry goods as per list enclosed. From hence proceed for Old Callabar where you are to Barter our Cargoe as per invoice annexed for slaves and elephants teeth. As your cargo is large we would not have you omit any opportunity of Purchasing Teeth during your whole stay the…