Jacob Herbert to Faraday   14 March 1854

Trinity House, London, | 14th March 1854

Sir,

I am directed to forward to you the accompanying Samples of White Lead, from the parties whose names are marked thereon, who have sent in Tenders for the supply required for the Corporation’s Service in the present year; and to request, that you will be pleased to analyze the same, and report the result, for the information of the Board1.

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

M. Faraday Esq. D.C.L. | &c &c &c

1
Faraday’s analyses are in GL MS 30108/2/89. His report, dated 21 March 1854, was read to the Trinity House Wardens Committee, 28 March 1854, GL MS 30025/23, pp.66-7 which formed the basis on which Trinity House placed their order for white lead.

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