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Herschel14051

From:
Charles Sterry
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[3 September 1868]
Source of text:
TxU:H/M-0273; Reel 1087
Summary:

Hoped to succeed late William H. Barton as comptroller and deputy master of Mint, but learned that government plans to make this office a political appointment. Seeks testimonial from JH on CS's behalf.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel12979

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Charles Sterry
Date:
[7 September 1868]
Source of text:
TxU:H/L-0392.2; Reel 1054
Summary:

Recalls CS's promotion to senior clerk in Mint office in May or June 1854, with full approval by W. H. Barton. Attests to CS's merits then, but advises CS to seek recommendation now from current master of Mint.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel14751

From:
Charles Sterry
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[8 September 1868]
Source of text:
TxU:H/M-0939; Reel 1083
Summary:

Gratitude for JH's recollection of circumstances that led to CS's appointment at Royal Mint. Death of W. H. Barton, whose duties CS took over. Lists famous persons who have written to Treasury on CS's behalf, when Treasury is planning to replace CS with a political appointee.

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John Herschel Project
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