Regrets that the Herschels were not allowed in when they called; he had given strict instructions that they should be shown in immediately. Grieves to hear of the short stay of the Herschels. Would like to talk to him privately on the State and the policy pursued.

Inviting the Herschels to dinner on Friday or Saturday.

Has just returned from a long sojourn on the frontier and has much information on the political situation. Comments on the case of Andries Stockenström. Has sent a mission to the Boers.

Regrets the delay in his letters but has been occupied with various matters ever since he returned from the Cape. Visited his Aunt Caroline in Germany. Visited Charles Grant (Baron Glenelg) and gave him his own views on education. Later met Sir George Grey, who outlined the new plan for education at the Cape.

Relating recent political events at the Cape. The Apprentices have been freed. Port Natal occupied. Kaffirs at peace. Regrets that JH would not stand as president of the R.S.L. in succession to Frederick Augustus (Duke of Sussex).