Jacob Herbert to Faraday   14 February 18551

Trinity House London | 14 Feby 1855.

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 Tenders for the supply required for the Corporations service, and the request that you will be pleased to analyze the same, and report the result for the Board’s information.

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

M. Faraday Esq | &c &c &c

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Faraday’s analyses are in GL MS 30108/2/89. His report, dated 23 February 1855, was read at Trinity House Wardens Committee, 27 February 1855, GL MS 30025/23, pp.275-6 on which basis they awarded the contract for the supply of white lead.

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