Earls Grey - politics, 1783-179[7?]

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Charles Grey, 1st earl of Grey (1729-1807), dated July 6, 1786 from Fallodon to [John Davdison at Newcastle], enclosing his son's speech on being elected M.P. for Northumberland and an advertisement showing his gratitude, which he wishes inserted in all the papers [speech and ad by the younger Charles Grey attached, possibly not in his hand]
Charles Grey, 1st earl, dated January 21, 1783 from Hertford Street to "Dear Sir" [Davidson?], thanking him for his family's congratulations
Charles Grey, 1st earl, dated June 27, 1786 from Fallodon to "Dear Sir" [Davidson], discussing candidacy of his son and Mr. Trevelyan
Charles Grey, 2nd earl of Grey (1764-1845), dated [June 13, 1790] from Brodie's to Thomas Davidons, discussing preparation for local election: St. Clair, Gregg, Middleton, Lowes [sealed]
Charles Grey, 2nd earl, dated June 15, 1790 from Fallodon: speech to the Gentlemen, Clergy & Freeholders of the County of Northumberland; desires re-election
Charles Grey, 2nd earl, dated January 6, 179[7?] from Bedwell Park: defense bill impotent and will vex the people; he shall not be sorry to see it fail