From:
Francis Hamilton
To:
Sir James Edward Smith
Date:
4 Nov 1806
Source of text:
GB-110/JES/COR/2/130, The Linnean Society of London
Summary:
The new Governor-General [Gilbert Elliot-Murray-Kynynmound, 1st Earl of Minto (1751-1814)] not sailing before Christmas. Had hoped to visit Smith in Norwich but delayed in his attempts to be named [William] Roxburgh's successor in India by Roxburgh having pushed for his son's appointment instead. Asks Smith to obtain [Amelia] Hume's support "or at least her being quiet".
Contributor:
The Linnean Society of London