From Charles Roach Smith   12 May 1856

My dear Sir,

D. ^r William Bell, (well known to me) is a Candidate for the office of Registrar to the University of London.

I believe him particularly well qualified. He was once a wholesale Minter; then a Merchant in Berlin (I believe.) He is an excellent linguist, & his manners are good; & his character good also.

I hope you have received the Saxon work.

I am, | my dear Sir | Respectfully yours, | C Roach Smith.