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From:
Joseph Prestwich
To:
J. S. Henslow
Date:
23 January 1855
Source of text:
Cambridge University Library MS Add. 8177: 264
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Contributor:
Henslow Correspondence Project
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Deterioration of JH's health. Requests permission to retire as master of Mint. Recommends W. H. Barton to succeed JH.
In reply to WG's 8 Dec. 1854 note, JH analyzes all Mint operations and labor expenses, and reports favorable balance. Advises against Treasury's plan to have money minted by private contractors.
JH wishes to resign for health reasons. Has already informed Lord Aberdeen [George Hamilton-Gordon]. Recommends W. H. Barton to succeed JH as Master of Mint.
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