Francis Boott to Faraday   1 March 1837

My Dear Sir

Mr Phillips has informed me of his intention to offer himself for the chair of chemistry at University College, & as I feel interested in his success from my knowledge of his character, I should feel obliged to you if you would furnish me with a letter on his qualifications as a Teacher of chemistry.

As an analyst I am aware of Mr Phillips high reputation. If you could afford me a testimonial as to his fitness for the chair I shall have great pleasure in using it his advantage. I am aware of your reluctance to give conventional testimonials, but from your high elevation in science I feel assured that you would have no objection to prevent your sentiments in favour of a friend being used to his advantage.

With profound respect | I am Dear Sir | Yours sincerely | F. Boott

24 Gower Street | March 1. 1837.

Dr Faraday | Royal Institution.

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