Faraday to J. Pardoe   23 May 1842¹

R Institution | 23 May 1842

Sir

I am very much obliged by your kind note & can have no doubt that the engraving you speak of is worthy [of] any mans acceptance[.] But as I know that claims for such kindness as you propose often press heavily on the principal party do not let me help to hinder you beyond that which you may find convenient & believe that every way I am equally indebted to you for your kindness[.]

I am Sir | Your Most Obedient Servant | M. Faraday

Ja. Pardoe Esq | &c &c