From W. B. Carpenter 29 February 1860

Sir

I am directed by the Senate to communicate to you the accompanying Resolution which was adopted at its meeting on the 16. ^th inst.

If, therefore, you should desire to offer yourself as a Candidate for the office you now hold, for the ensuing year, you will be good enough to send in your application after the announcement of the vacancies, which will probably be published in a week from this date.

I am, Sir, | your obed ^t Serv ^t| Will ^m B Carpenter

P.S. I should add that it is proposed to appoint Two Examiners in Botany, to perform all the duties conjointly, at a Salary of £75 each.