Appeals to JR on behalf of Andries Stockenström, whose dismissal from Cape Colony created grief. Stockenström is ready to resign that office if he can do so in a manner that permits him to continue his career in government.
Appeals to JR on behalf of Andries Stockenström, whose dismissal from Cape Colony created grief. Stockenström is ready to resign that office if he can do so in a manner that permits him to continue his career in government.
Received JR's letter as JH was preparing to leave home. Will consult with George Peacock and reply to JR soon.
Agrees to serve on proposed commission of enquiry into state of Cambridge University, provided that JH may resign if enquiry lasts more than one year.
Accepts position as Master of Mint. Asked Chancellor of Exchequer [Charles Wood] to specify housing arrangements for JH. Will reside with friend [Eneas Mackintosh] at 17 Montague Square until JH hears from JR.
Government allowance for JH's residence [in London] is sufficient. Will make necessary arrangements for housing while awaiting official notice to assume Mastership of Mint.
Will report on recent changes in supply and demand for precious metals after JH contacts persons named in JR's letter.
Official report on international supply and demand for gold and silver, with projection of supply for next twenty years.
Invites JH to join Bishop of Chester [John Graham] and George Peacock as member of royal commission of enquiry into state and revenues of Cambridge University.
Annual salary of Master of Mint was reduced to £1000 upon R. L. Sheil's resignation, and office was declared non-political. Proposes to submit JH's name to Queen as next master.
Glad that JH accepted Mastership of Mint. Will provide annual housing allowance of £500. George Grey will take steps necessary to put JH into office.
Directs JH to investigate international supply and demand for gold and silver and to make projection for next twenty years. Refer to [J. R.] Macculloch and [James?] Wilson for information.
Royal warrant appointing Board of Visitors to Royal Observatory, Greenwich.
Asks permission to add JH's name to the body of fellows of London University.
Reticent to accept fellowship of London University if obligations of time and attention are too great. Requests more time to consider responsibilities of the post.
Attests to the honorable personal character of Captain Andries Stockenström. Wishes the circumstances of his dismissal could be remedied.
Acknowledges letter regarding Captain Andries Stockenström. Sorry Stockenström could not be reappointed to Cape. Offered to recommend him to the Queen for other positions. Agrees with JH's sentiments.
Does not want JH to enquire into the University of Oxford. JH may resign at the end of the year.
Sends Mr. Benme's [?] letter and prospectus. Wants JH's opinion on whether the Queen should dedicate it.
Cannot nominate [Richard] Jones for position at Fenly. Has already given another name to the Queen.
Replies to JH's letter of 1839-12-10. States that George Napier has informed him that four positions are to be filled. Asks JH which candidates he would recommend.