Imagine that you are living in Manchester in 1830. Your task is to write a report stating the arguments that you would use if you were trying to convince a grandparent that the newly developed "Rocket" is safe way to travel to Liverpool in order to visit some of your other family members.
You may consider writing what the alternative means of transport might have been during this time and comparing them to using the "Rocket".
This assignment needs to be posted no later than 8:00am Monday 11/23.
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October 27, 1830
ReplyDeleteDearest Gran,
Cousins Alice and Jeremy have invited me up to Liverpool this weekend, and I would dearly love to visit them. Unfortunately, I may only take one day off or I risk losing my job as a doffer in Mr. Benson’s linen factory. The 56 kilometres is much too far a distance to go by carriage, for at the usual 8 km/hr pace that would take well over 7 hours. I cannot afford to spend 14 hours in transit and still be with Alice and Jeremy for any length of time. Even travelling by horseback would take at least 3 or 4 hours in each direction. Have you heard of Stephenson’s “Rocket”? This new locomotive runs on a track between Manchester (where I now am lodging) and Liverpool at a pace of up to 47 kilometres per hour! Why, I could reach my cousins’ home in little over an hour!
You may be concerned, as this is a rather new and outlandish invention. Doubtless you have also heard of Mr. Huskisson’s dreadful accident. You need not worry; the “Rocket” is in truth very safe so long as one takes the necessary precautions. Mr. Huskisson only met with disaster because he stood talking among others in the middle of the tracks! Imagine such foolishness. Why, if he had chosen to stand in the center of a country road rather than the center of the tracks, he could just as easily have been trampled by horses. The danger came more from his stupidity than from the locomotive. I would never do anything so foolish as relax in the middle of the tracks!
Jeremy has offered to pay for my ticket under the condition that you grant me permission to use the “Rocket.” Please, Gran, allow me to travel up to Liverpool on my next day off. I promise to keep a clear head and stay safe. With all my love…
Your devoted granddaughter,
Katherine
The Rocket is the best way to travel. This locomotive won the Rainhill Trails Contest; therefore, the Rocket will travel from Manchester to Liverpool. One reason the Rocket is superior is because of its speed. The Rocket is able to travel at a rate of 38 kilometers per hour. This speed is due to a number of new innovations. The rocket has a multi-tube boiler with 25 copper tubes. Previous locomotives have had single-tube boilers. Also, the blast pipe increases the concentration of exhaust steam at the base of the chimney. The Rocket is the new way to travel.
ReplyDeleteCompared to the Rocket other means of travel are inferior. The stagecoach, for example, is much slower. The stagecoach is also a greater risk to travel on. Coaches are also prone to accidents. The coach flipping over is a major problem and is especially harmful to the passengers on the outside. A bumpy ride is yet another problem with the stagecoach. The mail coach suffers the same problems. Both coaches travel at slow speeds allowing them to be easy marks for thieves.The Rocket, on the other hand, is less likely to be robbed because of its speed: it is just a more difficult target. The Rocket is a safer, more efficient way to travel.
The most efficient way to travel is currently the new locomotive called “The Rocket”. The Rocket is the first modern locomotive, combining several recent technological improvements to produce the most advanced locomotive. Compared to other trains in this time period, the Rocket used a multi-tubular boiler, which allowed much more efficient and effective heat transfer between the exhaust gases and the water. Other trains used a single pipe surrounded by water. The Rocket had 25 copper tubes running the length of the boiler to transport the hot exhaust gases from the firebox (where the coal was put into).
ReplyDeleteThe Rocket was a competitor in the Rainhill Trials, a competition to choose the locomotive type for Liverpool and Manchester Railway. The Rocket was the only train to not break down during the competition, and was therefore declared the winner.
In comparison to the carriage, the Rocket could travel much faster. The average speed of a horse and carriage is about 8 km/h, while the average speed of the Rocket (when running light) is 47 km/h. Also, the horse and carriage was much more dangerous to use for transportation. The horses could only haul so many things, and the weight of the carriage could have resulted in accidents where the carriage tips over. Also, the roads of England were very dangerous during the 19th century and it was very possible that bandits or highwaymen would attack the convoys. The Rocket could hold at least 13 tons while still maintaining a speed of 19 km/h and it was much harder for thieves to steal the goods.
The distance from Manchester to Liverpool is 53 kilometers. If you were to travel by horse and carriage, it would take you approximately 6.6 hours if you were to travel without any breaks. If you were to take the Rocket, it would take you around 1.12 hours to reach Liverpool. The Rocket is a better choice for both time and safety.
December 21st, 1830
ReplyDeleteDear Grandma,
I am excited to come and visit you for the holidays. When I arrive at Liverpool I will also be able to see my relatives like cousin James and Aunt Mary! I have been waiting all year to see you again. My mother doesn’t want me to go by myself, but I told her that the “Rocket” is the safest and fastest way, and it is the first modern locomotive. She won’t believe me. She said that I either have to go by carriage or horse. Those will take longer to get up to Liverpool and it could be dangerous.
If I went on by carriage that would take about ten hours to reach you, and if I went by horse I could be robbed or it snowing outside so that we also be dangerous. The “Rocket” travels at a pace of 47 kilometers per hour and will take me a little over an hour to make it up to Liverpool.
I told my mother that if I go by “Rocket” I will by my ticket with my own money and I will be inside away from the cold. Mother also thinks I might be hit the “Rocket” like William Huskisson. They only reason he was hit was he was standing on the middle of the tracks and not paying attention. Why would I do that! I will for sure be able to make it up to Liverpool to see you on December 23rd.
With love,
Celeste
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ReplyDeleteThe Rocket is the current pinnacle of locomotive design and engineering. Blazing past it’s malfunctioning competition in the Rainhill Trials at the jawdropping average of 19 km/h, the aptly named Rocket was declared the locomotive for the Liverpool/Manchester Railway. Developed by the “Father of Railways” himself, George Stephenson, it boasts many revolutionary methods for increasing efficiency and power. From it’s multi-tubular boiler to the towering blastpipe, the Rocket is the superlative method of land transportation to date.
ReplyDeleteCompared to transportation such as walking or the horse and carriage, the Rocket bests them on nearly every front. Not only is the Rocket faster and more reliable, but it’s also safer. Imagine highway robbers tries to hold up a speeding Rocket, it simply would charge right on past them. Horses are also a poor form of momentum generation as being mindless beasts, are easily frightened and may veer off the planned course and are susceptible to illness.
After all aforementioned facts, it seems incredibly illogical for one to even consider another form of transportation when the Rocket is available. It will make any long arduous journey from Manchester to Liverpool, say to visit one’s dying uncle, a swift and painless process.
Dear Grandma,
ReplyDeleteI am very excited to come visit you in Birmingham but first I have to convince my mother to let me travel by train on the “Rocket”. You might have heard about the opening day accident but the rocket is still one of the most competent ways to travel.
One of the most efficient ways to travel is by taking Stephenson’s newly developed “Rocket” because of its speed and safety. The “Rocket” is a high-speed train and is one of the safest modern ways to travel. Unlike traveling in a carriage or riding horseback, trains cannot get stuck in the mud and are not hindered by weather. If I traveled by carriage, if it snowed or the weather was bad, we would be delayed. There is also a chance of being robbed if I traveled by carriage. Also, I would be able to reach Birmingham much faster and safer by train then by other means of transportation.
Despite the opening day accident, where Mr. Husskison was killed, if he hadn’t been standing on the train tracks he would have been perfectly fine. He was talking to his colleagues on the train tracks and when the train came, he wasn’t able to get out of the way quickly enough.
My mother has allowed me to visit you by train if you give your consent. Please let me come visit you by using the “Rocket.”
With love,
Allie
Oh my sweet sweet grandmother,
ReplyDeleteIt has been so many months since I last saw you that you are beginning to drift from my mind... I find myself hard pressed to even remember the subtle curves of your soft face. I have only pined for some way that you might return to my life.
However, it seems almost implausible to expect you to travel in the harsh conditions of a wagon in your fragile old age. Even the fastest wagons can only travel 8 kilometres per hour. Obviously we cannot be expecting our elderly grandmother to spend 7 hours traveling in the frigid cold with who knows how many lowlife crooks. But now a man called Stephenson has invented a new method of transportation that he calls a “rocket.” It is a steam powered engine that runs on two metal tracks. It travels with such speed that you could be her in just over an hour.
I know that you have probably heard much speculation recently about this new “rocket.” However, you should pay them no heed, the old conservatives will tell you that anything that makes your life remotely easier is going to kill you some how. But in reality, the rocket is an adequate way to easily visit your loving relatives. We miss you so much grandma, and now that its possible for you to get to us in only an hour, its time to seize the opportunity.
You may have heard of a certain “William Huskisson” and his accident. But his amputation was caused by his blatantly standing in the middle of the track. His ignorance should not cause the train to be considered dangerous. Blame the man not the system.
Love, your grandson,
Dylan
Dear Grandpa,
ReplyDeleteIt has recently come to my attention that a trip to your home in Liverpool is required. However, father is not as he once was, and I cannot afford to devote the many hours in each direction that would be needed to take the trip by carriage, or even horseback.
There is a new development, dubbed “The Rocket”. It is the first modern steam locomotive, capable of travelling from my hometown of Manchester all the way to Liverpool in just over an hour.
I am assured that this invention is very safe. The only danger is to those who are not riding it, but rather are caught in front of it. This is what happened on one tragic occasion. As I will be riding in the train itself, the risk of this happening is effectively non existent.
In fact, “The Rocket” is considerably safer in many respects than more conventional means of travel. For example, as it is moving faster and carries more people, there is less of a risk of hold-up by highwaymen or robbers.
I would very much like to come see you, but it is only possible if you will allow me to travel by rail. I hope for your reply shortly.
With much love,
John Heenan
Dear Grandma,
ReplyDeleteI know that we were planning to go see Uncle Frank in Liverpool this coming Tuesday, but I won’t be able to go. My parents said that we can go to your house, but I cant go with you to see Uncle Frank because it would take to long. My parents want to go back home Thursday morning, but they said that you and I wont be back by then. They said that riding in the carriage would take us about 9 hours to get to Uncle Franks house in Liverpool from your house in Manchester. They are probably right, because with my experience with riding in a carriage is that it takes a long time to get where you want to go.
I really want to go see Uncle Frank badly because I made something for him last year but we never went to visit him. So it’s just gathering dust in my room. If you really want to go visit him too, then there is one option that just might work. I have heard about the new locomotive called the “Rocket” that was made by Stephenson just a while back. This new locomotive runs on a steam powered engine on two metal tracks. I heard that this train could reach up to 50 kilometers per hour! That will probably only take one hour at the most. That means that we can go and come back by Thursday morning without worrying about being late.
Please respond with your answer about taking the “Rocket” or not. If you say yes then I will tell my parents more about it so they won’t worry. If you don’t want to go on the train then I completely understand your situation of never being on a train before. Please write back.
Your grandson,
Chris
My dearest Grandmother,
ReplyDeleteI can’t wait to visit you and my cousins in Liverpool this winter and I have been eagerly awaiting this trip for quite some time. Mother and I have made a decision to make the trip on “The Rocket”. I expect that you have heard about the accident with Mr. Huskisson, but I don’t want you to worry. His death, may he rest in peace, was an accident and was avoidable and will most likely never happen again. Before you mail me back refusing, please let me explain why it is a better way to travel.
If we go by horse and buggy we would travel about 8 kilometers an hour. Liverpool is 57 km is a long way to go while traveling that slowly. It would take mother and I about 7 hours to reach you. You know that it not safe to travel for that long in the country. The amount of robbers and highwaymen have increased in the past couple years and being on “The Rocket” would let us be safer and away from the back country roads. And to think Grandmother! Mother and I will be able to reach you in about one and a half hours by “The Rocket”. It can travel up to 47 kilometers per hour! I know that is a scary thought but please believe me when I say that being on the train will be much safer than traveling by a carriage and we will arrive safe and sound.
Thank you for reading this through Grandmother and I promise that mother and I will be safe and sound when we arrive on your door step. I can’t wait to see you!
Love,
Your dearest Granddaughter
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ReplyDeleteDear cousin,
As you know, I will be getting out of school in a week's time. I hope to come visit you, Uncle Frank, and Aunt Sharlotte. I had planned to take the train; it would have been my first trip ever on the "Rocket!" I was really excited to hear that the train travels at an average of 47km/hour! That means I could travel to your home in Liverpool from here in Manchester in much less time than if I were to travel by coach or carriage.
I didn't realize when I told grandma I was going by train that she would have such a strong reaction! She started yelling that it was too unsafe riding somehing that moved that fast, that when I, if I, arrived at Liverpool I would be completley deaf from the screeching of the train. She described the train as a metal monster, much too much of a novelty for me to even consider riding.
I was shocked at first to witness such an outburst by grandma, but once she had calmed down and I had recovered, I tried to reason with her. I told her the train would cut alot of travel time off of my trip so I'd have more time to spend with all of you in Liverpool. I told her, even though the train is still new, it doesn't mean it is unreliable. In fact, I pointed out, the train is much less susceptible to robberies and/or attacks. It's actually much safer than taking the coach.
This is of course when grandma brought up the story of Mr. Huskisson, who had retained a terrible injury do to a locomotive accident. However, I told grandma she was overlooking part of the story, after all, Mr. Huskisson was standing in the middle of the train tracks. He was standing there conversing with his friends when the accident happened. All of his friends got out of the way in time, but since Mr. Huskisson was old he wasn't fast enough. I'm young and, no offense to Mr. Huskisson, but I'm not silly enough to stand in the middle of the train tracks. I promised grandma that I would steer clear of the tracks. She really couldn't argue after that.
So cousin, I'm coming to visit and I'm coming on the "Rocket!"
I'll see you very, very soon, much sooner than any one of us could have ever imagined!
Jenna
My dear Grandmother and Grandfather,
ReplyDeleteIt has been far too long since I have seen you last! At least 8 months. I miss you both very much.
I do have some very exciting news, though! There is now a train that travels from Manchester to you in Liverpool. It's a steam powered engine! This is great news for all of us, because not only is it easy to ride, but it is very fast! Much faster than the alternative, which in the past would be horse and carriage. In fact, it is so much faster than what we have seen before, that it is even called the "Rocket"!
This will be such a great way to travel. I will be able to see you both more often, which is much needed. Also, it is such an easy ride that you both could very well come visit me!
As you may or may not know, my mother is very frightened of this train because of an incident that I'm sure you heard about regarding a gentleman of the name Mr. Huskinnson. He was injured from the train, however it was because he was standing in the way of the train. This is quite an unneeded fear. I hate to say it, but the "Rocket" is not responsible for Mr. Hiskinnson's injury.
Just think how often I will get to see you both! Not only will I be visiting more often, but I'll be able to stay longer, because I will not have to keep extra time for the long trip back using a horse and carriage or someother means of transportation.
And Grandpa, I know you travel a lot for work. This is such a great help when you do!
My dear Grandmother, I understand that you have been getting more and more sick lately. As opposed to only hearing about your illnesses in letters, I want to be able to be there with you and help. I know that Grandfather cannot be there everytime he is needed, but due to this new invention of the steam engine, I am able to visit to not only have a lovely time seeing you and spending time with you, but I can help in any way possible if you are not feeling well. I can make sure you have your medicines, make sure the house is tidy, and that you have everything you need. My father has even offered to take the "rocket" to your home in case you ever feel unsafe because of Grandfather's traveling due to his work. I know that we will all feel better knowing that you are safe and comfortable.
I really feel like I need to thank the man who developed this steam engine! I believe that there is definately a good reason that it is called the "Rocket"! See you soon!
Love,
annie
Dear Granny Annie,
ReplyDeleteAs you know, Uncle Edgar is having his annual Christmas party at his home in Liverpool. I plan on attending and I sincerely hope that you will accompany me. I am aware of your concerns of traveling due to your age but I assure you the Bullet is a pioneer in modern transportation. It is the safest, fastest, and most reliable of its kind. It came first in the Rainhill Trains contest and was the only one that did not break down.
Trains are more reliable than carriages because they run on tracks and are not powered by animals. You wont have to worry about a train getting frightened, hungry, or irritable. Also, it is much harder to rob a speeding mass of metal than it is to hold up a lead-footed horse and carriage. It only takes about an hour and thirty minutes to reach Liverpool by train but on a carriage, the journey would take more than half a day. The Rocket can travel up to 47 km/hour and is powered by a coal fueled multi-tubular boiler. You should disregard the unfortunate opening day accident because it was a fluke. William Huskisson was an unfortunate victim outside of the train, you will be perfectly safe inside. Also, that accident was 20 years ago and many people have traveled by train since.
Uncle Edgar and his wife miss you very much and haven’t seen you if four years. They have invited you to live with them because I shall be attending a university and will no longer be able to live near you in Manchester. You would be much happier in Liverpool than alone in Manchester. You can even bring your dogs if you wish. My university is close to Liverpool so I will visit often. If you come with me to Liverpool, I will purchase your ticket and pick you up on Christmas Eve.
Love,
Savannah Afsahi
Dear Grandma,
ReplyDeleteI’m looking forward to your visit to Liverpool this month! But instead of taking Grandpa Bob’s carriage, you should try out this new efficient form of transportation.
For so long have we only been able to travel by foot or carriages for miles and miles to reach our destination, but things are definitely going to change now. George Stephenson and his sons created a new, faster form of transportation called the Rocket. This new locomotive weighed less than six tons and could pull a load of 20 tons at a rate of ten miles per hour. Once it even covered 35 miles in 3 hours and 12 minutes while hauling 13 tons! The well known Liverpool and Manchester Railway bought the Rocket from him, and it became the first rail passenger service in the whole world. Being very time efficient, instead of taking a day to reach your destination it only takes several hours! Which means you will be here sooner than expected which is great. Also since your health is not the best at the moment, I would rather you travel by this fast machine because it is much safer than traveling by foot or carriage since it lowers your chances of being attacked by a robber as well as traveling on bumpy, muddy roads for days.
I assume you have heard of this locomotive even before my letter, in which case you’ve probably head of the incident with Mr. William Huskisson. However in my opinion he was rather absurd since he basically caused his own death for not moving out of the way fast enough. He had just happened to be, as some would say, at the wrong place at the wrong time, so no need to worry!
I look forward to seeing you healthy and sooner than expected if you take my advice, which I strongly recommend you to.
Love,
Rachel
Grandpa! Next week I am coming down to visit, Im looking forward to seeing you after all these years but I am also excited to ride “The Rocket”for the first time down to liver pool. The Rocket is the latest in locomotive technology it goes the astounding speed of 47 kilometers per hour! If I was to use a carriage it would take hours and hours to arrive in Liverpool but with the Rocket I can arrive in the less then half the time it would normally take! Plus if I ride down in a carriage or by horse I risk being robbed and I would have to take breaks for the horses to rest. Grandpa you should really try to use this machine in your old age because even though you are old and frail you can still make it all the way to Manchester without any worries. Or perhaps you need medicine? No problem! The Rocket delivers supplies both ways. Well Grandpa of course there is one thing to keep in mind, just don’t stand in front of the Rocket and I’m sure you will be safe. There was an accident once before, it happened to a Mr. Huskisson he was standing on the tracks and didn’t see the train coming. And before he knew what was about to happen he was gone.
ReplyDeleteSo don’t stand on the tracks!
‘Love
Thomas
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ReplyDeleteDecember 2, 1830
ReplyDeleteManchester
To my dearest Grandmother & Grandfather,
The holidays are approaching, and I desire to share this special time of year with you and all the other family that we share. Since my move to Manchester, I have missed you all dearly in Liverpool. I more excited than you can imagine for my trip!
I know that you are apprehensive about my traveling by train. The “rocket” can be dangerous, but its positive aspects outweigh its negatives. As we know, these English winters are terrible, and snow often halts carriages. This winter so far has had much more snow than last year. But, I will not have to worry about getting stuck on the way because the rocket can plough through whatever the weather brings. Nor will I have to worry about a carriage getting stuck in the mud. Furthermore, you will not have to worry about my carriage being attacked by bandits. The rocket provides protection from any unfriendly people on the road.
The best part of this new advent is its speed. Currently, I am over 50 kilometers from you, and traveling by horse and carriage would take at least 6 hours, most likely even longer. The rocket will allow me to spend a fraction of the time traveling! If it was not for the rocket, I probably wouldn’t be able to visit because I would have to miss work. I cannot afford to miss work because we are incredibly busy during the holiday season.
Grandmother and Grandfather, please do not worry about me. The rocket is made of tough material, and can protect me on my voyage. I look forward to seeing the both of you!
With much love,
Abby
Dear Nana,
ReplyDeleteIf we are going to be able to make it to our family’s annual “Fourth Thursday of November” party in Manchester this year, we will need to use The Rocket. This steam-powered train that could take us from here in Liverpool to visit Auntie Margaret in at twelve miles per hour fully laden, faster than any horse could hope to pull us along in a carriage.
Now Nana, I know how scared you are of all this new technology but The Rocket is safer than any horse and carriage you would come across. I know your dear friend William, our late Parliament member, was unfortunately struck and killed by the Rocket but, as I’m sure you have heard, he was standing on the tracks. If you agree to travel with me, we will be contained within the vehicle and have nothing to fear. 1-The Rocket is safer than a stagecoach or simply a horse because 1-it is attached to a track and 2-there is no horse to spook like happened to grandpa last year.
Please Nana, I need you to agree to take this trip with me for my parents to allow me to go.
Thanks, Fergus
Dear Grandmother,
ReplyDeleteI can hardly wait to see you and Grandfather this coming Christmas. I will be arriving by train, how exciting. Its name is the “Rocket”, no wonder it goes 47 kilometers per hour! I know your doubts about change Grandmother, but it is no mechanical monster. I will arrive safely to Liverpool. If I were to go by horse and buggy, it would take over twice as long. What if, God forbid, it was to rain? The poor horses would be trapped in the mud, the wheels coming to a halt. I hate seeing horses being whipped as they try going up the steep hill, coughing as heaving as each hoof hits the ground. Grandmother, I can ride safely in the train. I don’t have to worry about mud or rain. I will be able to read the book you gave me from my Birthday, without thinking about the whip cracking on the horse’s back.
Even if you do not grant me permission to ride, you cannot stop me. Just think of the great advances it could produce: mail by train, packages by train, and any supplies by train. I could visit every weekend, I could show up just for fun. It will be an exciting experience I will tell you all about it.
Love your grandchild,
Kathleen
Dearest Grandfather,
ReplyDeleteI’m sure you’ve herd of new transportation device, the “Rocket” train. Well, I was considering taking the new locomotive from Manchester when I come to visit you in Liverpool next month! I realize you might be a little hesitant to the new technology, but I promise you it seems quite promising.
As you may have herd, this winter is harsher than most, so riding in horse drawn carriage will take longer than usual, and I might absolutely freeze, so making it to Liverpool by Christmas might not be possible. Also, an outbreak of disease has taken full swing in my area, and traveling in such close proximity for such a long period of time may put me in a state of danger. However, if I go by train, the steam-powered machine will ensure a semi-constant rate of travel. Also, I won’t have to worry about the carriage being delayed from getting stuck in mud. Thus, I can schedule my homecoming even earlier than planned!
Listen, grandmother was a little reluctant to send me on the Rocket because she heard about the accident…yes, Mr. William Huskisson was unfortunate to find himself in the path of the Rocket on the first day it was unveiled. But please grandfather, understand that it was a complete accident and a mistake on Mr. Huskisson’s part, not the train’s! And if I may say so myself, Mr. Huskisson is not the most coordinated gentleman I’ve ever met. Most importantly again, my deepest desire is to come home to you and grandmother, and as quickly as possible!
See you soon, love,
~Hannah
Dear Grandma,
ReplyDeleteIn a few days, I will begin my travels to visit you and my cousins in Liverpool. I have decided that the most effective method of transportation would be “the Rocket.” My parents and I have thoroughly discussed the other possible ways to see the family; however, we have mutually decided that “the Rocket” is the best way to reach you.
I know there has been some controversy about “the Rocket,” but it is the best option for me to take. It is a steam engine that is much faster way to travel compared to the usual horse drawn carriage.
If the news about Mr. Husskison has reached you, I just wanted to say, that it was only an accident. It shouldn’t be something to create a bias opinion towards the steam engine. If he was actually riding on the steam engine instead of walking on the train tracks, the incident would not have occurred.
I hope that this will reassure you about the safety of my travels to see you along with the family.
Affectionately Yours,
Sarah Rose
Steam trains were faster and more reliable than traveling by horse and wagon. If a steam train was to break down it could easily be replaced by another or fixed fairly easily. Horses can only go for about 20 to 25 miles before they need a significant rest to avoid strain on their legs and tendons. On top of this a horse can only travel at a rate of ten miles an hour not taking into account the time they need for rest. The rocket can ravel at 16 miles for the entire trip from Manchester to Liverpool. The Rocket is very efficient and it is unlikely that it will break down on the journey. The Rocket won the Rainhill Trails Contest, and is the future of travel. It combine various new advances in technology the most prevalent being the new 25 tube broiler that carries exhaust gases from the broiler more efficiently than before; these pipes are combined with a blast pipe that pumps the exhaust from the tubes to the chimney. When you travel by wagon you are more exposed to the elements; this can take a told on ones body. Your journey can easily be delayed by rainfall, which could cause mud that is in traversable. A train can perform in harsher weather conditions than a horse pulled wagon, lessening the risk of your journey being delayed. There is a great lack of safety while traveling by a horse; a bandit could at any time attack and steal your belongings. Overall the Rocket is the best way to travel because it is low risk, fast, and efficient.
ReplyDeleteDear Granny,
ReplyDeleteI know you and grandpa have had your doubts about the “Rocket”, but it’s completely safe and the most efficient way to get to Liverpool. I understand your being against me taking the train since we lost great-grandpa in the earlier train model that was made so long ago, but things have changed now and I am sure I will be fine.
It was made by George Stephenson, an ingenious locomotive engineer. This locomotive, however, is not the first of its kind. The first was made twenty-five years ago, meaning this one is more advanced and past its experimental stage. Unlike the previous designs the “Rocket” has a multi-tubular boiler which makes heat transfers between the exhaust gases and water more efficient. Also it has two cylinders set at thirty-five degrees from the horizontal. Past models had them set up vertically giving engineers and uneven swaying motion. I have asked around and its about 53 km from here to Liverpool. As much as I love spending time with you guys, I can only be away from the factory for so long which means I need to take the fastest form of transportation so I can spend more time with you and grandpa. While competing in the Rainhills Trials, the “Rocket” was able to go 19 km/h while carrying 13 tons. At that rate, I would be in Liverpool in under three hours.
Now I know you think there are other better ways of getting to Manchester, but I assure you this is the safest way. Walking is obviously out of the question because that would take too long. Going by carriage or horseback would be fine but there is always a risk of getting robbed or lost. In a train, however, we will be going much to fast for a robber to catch us. Not only that, but also, carriages are more susceptible to accidents then a train is. Basically, the train is the safer way to travel.
Dearest Grandmother,
ReplyDeleteI write now to inform you of some terrible news. As you well know, Mother is very sick in the hospital in Liverpool. Her mental status has continued to decay, and the doctors are not sure what is wrong with her. Her memory fades by the hour, her soul continues to weaken, and (possibly as a result of the previous), she is losing her will to live. The doctors say she only has one week to live at the maximum. Grandmother, I must get to her. I believe that if she sees me, someone she loves and remembers, she may begin to gain hope again.
I intend to leave for Liverpool in three day’s time, but there is something we must discuss: transportation. Grandmother, I feel that I must take the new “Rocket” steam train. As you and I both know, walking is out of the question (due mainly to time) and I do not have a horse or a means to get one in the next three days. I know you must feel now as though a carriage is the only reasonable option, but please consider my youth. I have not ridden in a carriage alone (without family) and you know how it is with robbers these days. They take advantage of the people in carriages and, seeing as I am young, I am even more likely to be a victim of their crimes! You can’t trust anyone, and if a robber saw that I had no money, they might kill me out of anger. In addition to the crime factor, it is also more than possible that a horse could break a leg and I would never be able to see mother!
Please let me take The Rocket. It will take me no more than three hours to travel to Liverpool and there is virtually no threat of crime or crashing. I hope this letter reaches you (on the other side of town) by tomorrow so that you may write back with your response. I am very sorry to bear the news of mother’s condition upon you.
Love,
Trevor
Dearest Grandparents,
ReplyDeleteI urge you to consider taking the newly invented, “Rocket” to Liverpool this year. Robert Stephenson, the creator of the Rocket, is smart and reliable. He has a built a strong, speedy and safe locomotive. The Rocket is the most advanced of all other trains today. In fact, the standard steam locomotive design is beginning to be called the “Stephensonian Locomotive.”
The Rocket has been tested many times and has produced superb results. In Rainhill, Merseyside, the Rocket entered in the Rainhill Trials, which is an important competition to determine the most competent locomotive for the Liverpool and Manchester Railway. All of the other competitors broke down during these trials except for the Rocket. Not only did the Rocket win; it fulfilled the key requirements, completing a 50 mile round trip with a load of 13 tons.
I know you remember the death caused by the Rocket, William Huskisson, who was struck and killed by it at Parkside. Now may I remind you, that this was the only death caused by this fantastic machine and no one inside the locomotive was hurt. Consider the benefits from taking a trip on the Rocket. The travel is comfortable, no more having to deal with the frequent dust from a horse and buggy. The Rocket never gets tired; it can travel all day and night without sleep. You can relax and view the scenery.
Did I forget to mention the speed? The Rocket can move up to 29 miles an hour! Your average horse and buggy can go at around 25 miles per hour as a full gallop, but how long can the horse sustain that pace? Also, any little objects in the road, rocks, stones, sticks, logs, are detrimental to the carriage at that speed and can easily cause fatality. I have timed myself and realized that, at a full run, I can run a pace of 20 mph for only short sprint. Walking yields less then 10 mph.
For these reasons, I implore you to use the Rocket as your method of travel. In addition to less time spent traveling, you can spend more time with the family. This locomotive is not merely a revolution; it is an evolution.
With all my Love,
Elle Lichter
Dear Grandmother,
ReplyDeleteFather and I just recently received your kind letter in response to our invitation. It is wonderful to hear from you as it has been so long since we last spoke. We hope that with a new proposal however, we can persuade you to reconsider our invitation to bring you to us once again in order to reunite ourselves with your sweet voice and lovely person.
We want you to know that we, too, are ever mourning the loss of our dear family member and we have learned through the death of my mother how difficult it is to live in alone with a broken heart. Father and I believe that bringing you from Manchester to us in Liverpool will cheer all of us up considerably. Once again we will have the opportunity to be together and surround ourselves with loving family ably filling with love and warmth the tear in our hearts caused by grandfather’s death.
Father and I understand how difficult travel by horse and carriage can be for someone in your delicate condition. Road conditions are terrible these days, and you cannot stand being on the move for long hours especially with such surfaces to travel upon. And as always, with a health condition or not, safety from highwaymen and other human dangers is something you want to guarantee before embarking on any journey. It so happens that father and I can propose a way of transportation that will not endanger you in any circumstances and will get you here in almost and unfathomable amount of time.
Grandmother, Father and I want to pay for you to come to us aboard the steam engine “Rocket”. The “Rocket” is transportation like Britain has never seen before, and Gran, it is simply remarkable! By coach, the distance from Manchester to Liverpool would take up to 10 hours or more to travel without mud, rain storms or any other hold ups. On George Stephenson’s “Rocket”, you can be with us in a mere hour or so. This new machine travels on newly built railroads at 47 kilometers an hour. It even averaged 19km per hour while towing 13 tons, thirteen! Don’t worry about being uncomfortable at such a speed though Grandmother, because the “Rocket” rides smoothly and sits you in perfectly padded seats. Grandma, it will be like riding on air, or steam- literally. Not only does this machine work very quickly and efficiently, but it is safe. You may have heard of an accident on opening day involving a Mr. Huskisson, but you must understand that such an accident was, unfortunately, entirely his fault. You see, Mr. Huskisson stepped in front of the train before its departure and as we all know, such a move in front of a horse drawn carriage let alone a steam engine such is quite a risky. I am confident such an accident will never happen to you or another ever again as long as everyone is thinking clearly! You need’nt worry. It will be a great trip.
Grandmother, not only any are we begging you to accept our offer to live with us, we are proposing you travel to us in a machine that has changed history (And for free for we will, of coarse, pay for your ticket). It will be pleasurable, meaningful, quick, easy, safe and will drop you in the open arms of fervently waiting family. We miss you so much and want all the best for you. We hope a letter back will bring good news from the mother and grandmother we love so much.
Forever and Always,
Your granddaughter, Alexandra
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ReplyDeleteDear Grandmum,
ReplyDeleteI can hardly hold in my excitement for our excursion this holiday. Me and Elizabeth have been waiting to visit Liverpool with you. Yesterday, while Elizabeth and I were walking home from school we saw a new locomotive. It was an astonishing machine that went faster than a horse! All the spectators were calling it the “Rocket”. I goes twice as fast as a buggy and you do not have to feed the horses. I promise it is as safe as it gets, honest. If will permit us to go, I know we will have a grand time. Charles and his mum have already gone on it and reported an excellent time. It goes so fast that you feel like your flying. The Daily Record said “It is the greatest invention in Manchester since the Spinning Jenny”. Please give my warmest regards to Granddad. I hope he is well.
Your Grandson,
Charles Hopkins
Dearest Pater and Grandfather,
ReplyDeleteIt is with mixed sadness and hope that I contact you now. Big Red, the horse that pulls the wagon for hire at the Bridge and Brew, has hurt his leg slipping in the mud created by this newest downpour. We shan’t be able to take the wagon to visit Mum and Little Ellie in Liverpool this coming Saturday.
However, there is, as I mentioned, hope for us yet. My friend William told me the other day at the Factory about this new “Rocket” (poor boy, he was punished sorely for talking and idleness at his post). Ahh well, such is this wretched life. Back to the Rocket, have you heard anything about it? It is a “steam locomotive” that runs between home, Manchester, and Liverpool. The name is frightening, I know, but have you heard about how fast it goes? It goes twenty or even thirty kilometers an hour! Merely imagine it, Pater! We’d be in Liverpool in two or so hours! The wagon only goes seven (on a good day). Plus, with this rain we’d be lucky to get to Liverpool at all with old Big Red, if he were well. Really, Pater and Grandfather both, think! I implore you, visualize: the eight-hour jostling ride that does pain Grandfather (though you bear it nobly, my beloved Grandfather) cut to two hours of comfort!
Doubtless, you’ve heard about the incident with that Mr. Huskisson. Pray do not let the idle gossip of the town dissuade you from believing good things about the Rocket (and, from what James, that charming doffer boy, says, Mr. Huskisson was standing in the middle of the tracks! Obviously, one must learn not to stand on the tracks, but in all veracity, it was not the Rocket’s fault). Truly, this invention has the potential to change the way we live, in Manchester and in Liverpool. We could visit Mater every week and I could still make it back to the Factory in time for work.
Indulge me, dearest, most beloved, most cherished Pater and Grandfather, and ride with me to Liverpool. I know that you must have your well-founded doubts, but “a man can only truly know by doing.” You said that to me yourself, Pater, and I doubt not your wisdom. I pledge to you, this will be the easiest journey you have ever made.
Eagerly awaiting our coming journey,
Your concerned and loving
Ayako Kuki
Royal Mail Holdings plc
ReplyDeleteFrom: 2346 Richmond Street, Manchester
To: 5342 Lord Nelson Street, Liverpool
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Dear Grandma,
I cannot wait to see you and grandpa in September. My parents and I decided to take the stem-engine train from Manchester to Liverpool instead of the carriage. This train is named “the Rocket,” and grandma, I know you probably have doubts about the Rocket but it is the fastest and safest way to get beside you in Liverpool. The Rocket can travel up to 47 km/h while the horse carriage can only travel to 15 km/h.
The Rocket was built by Robert Stephenson and Company with talented workers and engineers. It is absolutely safe to travel on the Rocket if the first eight Rockets were safe from the opening day on September 15. It will take the Rocket 1 hour from Manchester to Liverpool, but it will take the horse carriage 5 hours to travel this 55 kilometers. You will absolutely not get robbed or killed if you take the Rocket because there is no man in England can stop and rob the train. It is also a much more comfortable trip than the carriage; you will not hit any rocks or stuck in mud during the trip. You will also have much more room to sit and stretch; you can even stand up and walk around unlike the carriage.
The Rocket provides my parents and me more opportunities to visit you due to the speed. We do not need to afraid of the cold and highway robbery now thanks to the Rocket. I cannot wait to see you and I will tell you the experience of the Rocket.
Love,
Andrew
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Yo Granny,
ReplyDeleteI am aware that for some reason your old and decrepit mind causes you to think that anything that could change that strange little world you live in, is the work of the devil. I feel however, that I must implore you to reconsider on behalf of the new Rocket locomotive. Stephenson’s Rocket is quite an ingenious contraption; running on its steam engine, it travels 19 kilometers per hour with a 11,793 kilogram load! Also, because it has predetermined tracks it rolls on, weather need not be of much concern. You know how fond I am of my dear cousin Casandra (platonically), and I yearn to visit her in Manchester this weekend. As I’m sure you’ve already guessed, I wish to take the Rocket to visit her. Now I’m sure you heard of that terrible accident back in September, and I wish to tell you that it was nothing but a fluke. William Huskisson was standing on the tracks and was not fast enough to get off when he saw another train coming. This was obviously no one’s fault but his own and was quite frankly natural selection weeding out society’s imperfections. Grandma, I am hoping your withered mind was not able to comprehend the not so subtle insults in this letter and hope you will grant me permission to take part in this historic innovation.
With great respect,
Bartholemeu
Now Grandfather, I know that you were anxious about the fact that I came in on the new “Rocket” train, but I can assure you that that Stephenson chap knew what he was doing when he designed it. Now, before you bring up that unfortunate incident with Mr. Huskisson, let me just say that he wasn’t exactly the brightest of blokes, and was standing right in the middle of the tracks! Do you really think I would be so foolish as to do such a thing? It was clearly his own fault, and not the train’s. And also, who knows what brigands and highwaymen might be lying in wait on the road from Manchester? No, no, the Rocket is clearly the safest travel option, not to mention the fastest! I mean, on the Rocket I got here in just over an hour at a blistering 47 kilometers an hour, but traveling in a carriage or on horseback would take me, at the very least, several hours more, and could easily take many more than that given bad weather conditions. So you see, dearest Grandfather, why it would have been utter folly for me to have chosen any means of transportation other than that excellent Rocket, and I do hope that you shall accompany me home to Manchester on that very same locomotive.
ReplyDeleteOctober 15th, 1830
ReplyDeleteMy dear Gramzy Grams,
As you know, we were invited to spend the weekend with Uncle James and Antie Sally in Liverpool to help celebrate little cousin Jimmy’s 8th birthday. I would love to see the look on his face when he opens the toy horses I got him, and you know how much he loves your famous strawberry cake. It would be a weekend filled with fun and enjoyment if we were to attend. Because his birthday is tomorrow, Saturday, the only possible way we could get to Liverpool in time is by using that new locomotive, “The Rocket”.
Now I know you are quite old-fashioned and like to walk on the safe side. I have heard you say how you’d “ride in a carriage for a year straight before getting in one of those monstrous machines” a million times already but Gramzy, you don’t know what you are missing! Please try to be open-minded on this topic. The Rocket is the most efficient way of transportation now days. Liverpool is 57 km away from home, you see, and your beat-up carriage only goes up to 8 km in an hour considering there happens to be no complications. That would mean it’d take us 7 hours to arrive at Uncle James’s place! Gramzy, I know it brings you great displeasure to travel for such long periods of time, so The Rocket is the perfect solution. It can travel at an astounding 47 km/hour! We could be baking your famous strawberry cake at Uncle James’ in a little over an hour!
Besides The Rocket’s superb speed, the trip would be so much more enjoyable and a thousand times safer. Recall our journey by carriage to Sheffield last spring. You were miserable! The roads were bumpy, rocky, and steep making it terribly uncomfortable, and there was that dreadful storm! Weather and rocky roads are never an issue for The Rocket, so we’ll be riding in comfort. Don’t forget how dangerous the roads have gotten. We hear all the time about highway men mischief and robbery incidents. With this new steam engine, we won’t ever need to worry.
Now Grams, I’m sure you’ve heard about the story about dear, old Mr. Huskisson and have your preconceptions about high-speed locomotives, but they are truly not dangerous. William Huskisson had been standing right in the middle of the tracks when a train came past. Any person with common sense knows not to stand in front of a moving train.
So Gramzy Grams, I hope you are most certainly convinced in traveling by The Rocket tomorrow morning, so we can make it just in time to help celebrate Jimmy’s birthday.
I look forward to a wonderful weekend with the family,
Love,
Your granddaughter, Lauren
Dear Grandma,
ReplyDeleteI’m very excited to come and visit you in Liverpool for your birthday. Mother has expressed to me how ill you have been for the last few months. She’s intensely concerned that you are worsening. I thought since I haven’t seen you in months, that this would be the perfect time for a visit. After many hours of convincing mother, I’ll finally be able to come and spend some much needed time with you. I will be using a more efficient way of transportation, since I cannot spend much time away from my work. The new locomotive is called the “Rocket”. I’ll be able to come visit you in just over an hour. Isn’t that great grandma?!
Even though my excitement I over whelming, I’m sure you are quite skeptical about this new way of transportation. I assure you, there is no need for that. I will not be harmed in the “Rocket”. Actually, the only people that can actually get hurt are the people outside of the “Rocket” if they get into the way. I promise you granny, this new invention is surely safe for travel. Maybe, one day when your health gets better, you can come visit me on the “Rocket”.
I hope you are counting down the days to my arrival, because I am. Mother is sending me with a care package for you, that I know you will love. I look forward to seeing you in less than a week. Hopefully, you will be feeling much better.
Love,
Chanelle
I’m writing you as a ramification of my being sick last week and missing work. As you know I was planning on going to Liverpool to visit you and grandpa this weekend however my boss says that I can only have one more day off since I missed all last week. As you know it would take me all day to travel between Manchester and Liverpool by carriage and it wouldn’t be worth the trip at all.
ReplyDeleteHowever, there is still hope. As you know for a while now railroad tracks have been in the process of being laid from Manchester to Liverpool. As of last week the Rocket has been chosen as the train that will be ruling these tracks. The Rocket is one of the steam engines that was designed and built to compete in the Rainhill Trials, a competition to select the locomotive type for the Liverpool and Manchester Railway. Their were five entrants, only three of which were considered serious contenders. All of the other competitors broke down and the Rocket was declared the winner. The Rocket was one of the few locomotives that completed the 80 km round trip under load with reasonable fuel consumption. It averaged 19 kilometers per hour while hauling 13 tons.
Although the Rocket has seen much success it has had some down fall as you have probably herd. On September 15th the day was ruined by the death of William Huskisson, a Member of Parliament for Liverpool, who was clobbered and killed by the Rocket. But, I urge you my grandmother to have no fear of the Rocket. With your consent I would like to board the Rocket this Saturday so that it’s possible for me to visit with you and grandpa. Please be sure to respond soon.
Your loving grandson,
Omar Suleiman
November 1830
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Dear Grandmother,
I so wish to visit my dear sister Cosette and her husband Jerry. I haven’t been to see them in Liverpool since the baby was born nearly six months ago. I am sure they would love to see you as well – you haven’t met the child yet. I am hoping you will accompany me on my journey to Liverpool in a couple of weeks.
The only problem is... I am planning on using the new locomotive “rocket” as means of transportation. I know you have heard of poor Mr. Huskisson’s unfortunate accident on opening day of the railway, however, (and I do not wish to make light of this tragic incident) that should show you the power of this machine! It is strong, very strong, on the outside and this is should be testimony to the protection of passengers within. Mr. Huskisson was standing on the track at the time of the accident, however, you are perfectly safe while inside.
Not to mention the dangers and discomfort of traveling by carriage. No longer will you have to travel over bumpy roads, with the carriage jerking this way and that by the horses’ movements. A train is much smoother, much more comfortable, especially for you Grandmother, at your health and state of being. An added bonus, I am sure you would like to note, is that you are completely secured from robbers while riding the “rocket.” No more must you fret and worry and distrust every person you happen upon along your journey, relieving much of the stress of traveling, I’m sure.
If you are still worried about your safety while riding the “rocket,” let me assure you, this locomotive is not the first of it’s kind. The first steam engine was built at least 25 years back! This should, if nothing else Grandmother, assure you that Mr. Robert Stephenson and Co. had ample time to improve upon the works of Mr. Richard Trevithick, making the steam locomotive as safe as possible.
Grandmother, if you are still not convinced, perhaps my parting note will help convince you to ride the “rocket” with me. Liverpool is nearly 56 kilometers away from here, almost a day to travel. The “rocket” travels around 27 kilometers per hour, and we could reach Liverpool in about two hours or less. Please Grandmother, consider my suggestion; I will be awaiting your reply.
With love,
Shannon
Dear Gran,
ReplyDeleteThe life in the cities is so different from back out in the country. The city is loud and noisy and there are machines here that belch black smoke out into the air and there are more people than I've seen in my whole life.
They have this amazing thing, a rocket practically, that moves faster than a galloping horse and is made of iron and gobbles coal like a bottomless pit. The rocket is very fast and very strong. I've never seen anything like it and it can hold many more people than any carriage. It travels along tracks instead of roads.
This is not a very new thing, it's been around for a few years, but it is becoming very common because it is so fast and powerful. It can tow more weight than you can imagine and all the city people are in a whirl of excitement over it. My manager at the factory calls it the transportation of the future and says it will replace the carriage. I don't know, Grandma, but it seems exciting. I am still going to come visit my sister in Liverpool and I might take the Rocket. They say it is safe, even though that Huskisson chap was killed.
Hope for me,
Emma
Dear Grandmother,
ReplyDeleteI am thrilled to visit you next week. I cannot wait to see the family. In three days, I will board the new locomotive to travel safely to Liverpool. The Rocket goes over 47 kilometers and hour! Liverpool is approximately 60 kilometers away from Manchester, so the trip will take a little over an hour. While I know you feel wary of this new and different technology, it really is the safest way to travel. If I were to travel by foot or carriage, I could be subject to the harsh winter cold and thievery. The journey would take about 10 or 11 hours.
Despite the fatal accident on opening day, the locomotive is perfectly safe. Mr. Husskison was killed because he was not paying attention to the train and standing on the tracks.
The locomotive is quite a revolutionary idea. It uses steam power to move. Steam power! The locomotive machine drives on metal tracks, making it less susceptible to road or weather conditions. It is a very beneficial and robust.
I look forward to seeing you and I hope you seriously consider giving The Rocket a chance.
With Love,
You granddaughter, Isabelle
Dear Grandmother,
ReplyDeleteI know that you have strenuously objected to my riding the Rocket from Manchester to your home in Liverpool. However, I intend to ride the locomotive anyway, mostly because it is much faster then the average horse drawn carriage. The Rocket travels at about 35 miles per hour! I’ll get to your house in no time at all, and a ride on the locomotive is much smoother then being pulled by a horse over the atrocious dirt roads. Also, this way I don’t have to pay the turnpike trusts’ unreasonable prices in order to use the roads.
I know you are still skeptical, and most of your hesitancy is due to that unfortunate accident that poor Mr. Huskisson had. He, however, was standing on the track, and I shall be doing no such thing, but sit safely and comfortably inside.
Also, this is clearly a safe mode of travel otherwise George Stephenson’s “Rocket” would not have won the Rainhill Trails. Do you remember that? In October of last year, the directors of the soon to be completed Liverpool and Manchester Railway held a competition to find the most appropriate locomotive to use on the railway. The other competitors were: the Novelty, the Sans Pareil, the Cycloped, and the Perseverance. The prize was 500 pounds! Imagine if we had that kind of money. I would never again have to work in Mr. Gordon’s house of horrors that he insists on calling a cotton factory.
I hope you, Mary, and Lucy are all doing well. I’ll see you soon!
Your Loving Granddaughter,
Jaclyn
Dearest Grandmother,
ReplyDeleteRecently I have discovered, from a loving letter from cousin Samuel, that Aunt Polly is feeling quite poorly and I have been summoned to visit her. It does not seem to be very difficult to be ill these days. The air seems to get thicker and thicker, blacker and blacker. Black is the only colour I ever see. I feel as though I am always coughing. I hope you have not been feeling ill.
I am excited for this voyage for I will be taking a train from Manchester to Liverpool. I know this sounds awfully frightening but I have heard many wonderful things about this train from many of my friends here at the cotton factory. I could only manage to get 2 days off from work and Liverpool is a good 33 miles away. On the train I can get there in just over an hour! Its wicked fast! It would allow me to arrive with yonks of time to spend with dear Aunt Sally. Also it would be a much safer voyage. Highway robbers cannot rob a quickly moving train, so I would not have the usual worries of a traveler on the carriage. Also I forever feel sickly when I ride on the water and the rocket, as they call it, would not be so uncomfortable. This also means that poor horses would not have to carry me all the way to Liverpool. Since all of these are optimal I will be taking my first ride upon the train this very Saturday.
It would also be a lovely break for my tired body. Work is so very rigorous here in the factory. I work from before sunrise ‘til after sunset. It is terrible work and my fingers are constantly in pain. Light is never good so my eyes never feel well either. It will be nice to be free in the country side for some time and the train will allow me to spend the most time with my dear family.
Most fondly yours,
Sarah May