From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Henry Drury Harness
Date:
4 September [1852]
Source of text:
TxU:H/L-0183.2; Reel 1054
Summary:
Grateful for HH's advice on dealing with Mr. Cumberland. JH spoke to [W. H. Barton] about Cumberland's claim to seniority over R. F. Suft. Encloses letter from Bank of England that indicates extraordinary work for Mint in near future. Recent production of coins. Suggests stronger series of checks on piecework of all men and officers at Mint.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project