3898321 Letter from Nicholas Hardcastle accepting invitation to stand as city councillor for St John\'s Ward, Newcastle upon Tyne, 3rd February 1890 (pen & ink on paper) by Nicholas Hardcastle (1832-1906); 19.7x12.7 cm; Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums; (add.info.: Nicholas Hardcastle (1832-1906) Newcastle City Councillor 24 Clayton Street West Newcastle on Tyne 3rd February 1890 Dear Sir In response to the requisitions you so kindly signed asking me to become a Candidate for the Vacant office of City Councillor for St Johns Ward (in which I was born + have resided all my life) I have much pleasure in acceding to your request + place my services at the disposal of the Electors. The Election is fixed for Friday the 14th inst. when your vote + influence will be much esteemed. I am Dear Sir Yours faithfully Nicholas Hardcastle ); Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums.