Unable to lecture at Cambridge University, despite his lectures being announced and generating considerable interest, as several tutors signified they could not permit their pupils to attend lectures of anyone not a member of the University nor the Church of England, and though the reasons were only "pretence" the Vice-Chancellor did not want to cause dissention. A "great body of the Master of Arts" are to present an address in his favour, but shall probably give up the lectures for this year; his eminent friends. Four of the opposing tutors have since repented; outlines opposition and supporters.

Preparations for his lectures progressing well; currently lodging with Revd James Yates, previously stayed with the Corries, a friend of the Martins [Smith's sister and brother-in-law]. His lectures crowded and "grow fuller every time". He is going to Mr Gatton's next. His plans for returning to Norwich.