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From:
William George Anderson
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[7 October 1852]
Source of text:
TxU:H/M-0918; Reel 1083
Summary:

Shortage of silver coins at Bank of England. Explains recurring monthly drain of silver when ships crews, families, and pensioners must be paid. Begs JH to send £5000 of silver coin to Bank.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project