Jacob Herbert to Faraday   6 October 1853

Trinity House, London | 6th October 1853

Sir,

Mr. Walker having submitted Drawings and Specifications for a new Lantern for the Low Light at the Spurn Point, and it being deem’d advisable that previously to the Works being enter’d upon the Board should have the Benefit of your Opinion as to the best Method of Ventilation to be adopted therein,- I am directed to acquaint you therewith and that Mr. Walker has been requested to communicate with you on the Subject.

I am | Sir | Your most humble Servant, | J. Herbert

M. Faraday Esq D.C.L. FRS. | &c &c &c | 21 Albemarle Street