From William Clark   13 March 1860

My dear Henslow

I learn that it is the intention of the London University to elect a second examiner of English Language Literature & History. Last year the first, then the sole examiner, in these subjects was elected, and my friend Chistoph. Knight Watson of Trin. Coll. was a candidate. He ran his successful competitor close— & had most honorable support. The names of those who voted for him might well have outweighed the numbers on the other side. I then wrote to you in his favour— & now do so again. I am sure you will be glad, if it be in your power, to support a man so high-principled so well appointed for his work, & now so well known as a public writer. He is indeed one who will do honour to the successful exertions of his friends. I think my friends chance of success an excellent one, but I shall feel exceedingly grateful to you if you can contribute to make it secure,

Yrs my dear Henslow| very truly | Wm Clark