William Henry to Faraday   9 April 1831

Manchester 9 Apr ‘31

My dear Sir

I have been requested by the Committee of the Manchester Royal Institution to enquire whether it is possible that you can give, during the present year, a course of Lectures on Chemistry at that establishment[.] A short series of 12 or upwards, adapted for a general audience of both sexes, would be all that is required – The only time at which the theatre is devoted to any other object, is from the 15th Aug for a fortnight or 3 weeks, when Mr. Jno Phillips¹ of York is engaged to deliver a short course.

Before going further into the matter, it may be desirable to Know whether this plan is likely to be compatible with your engagements & inclinations – To the Govrs of our Instn a favorable reply will be very acceptable, and to myself individually your acquiescence would be a source of great and sincere pleasure.

Believe me, ever, Most faithfully Yours | W. Henry

PS. I need not say that if you are able to come, any thing I have in the way of apps &c shall be at your service, but I am ill provided with things of recent date – Unfortunately an infant Instn is totally destitute of apps of every sort².

Address: M. Faraday Esq | Royal Institution | Albemarle St.