From John Lindley [1845-1860]

Dear H,

You will see that I have put to rights the Hitcham matter nunc meo — I found enquiries springing up which were [illeg.] at once.

Here is Col. Reids ans. It is a pity that Dr H did not see him — for if his father shd die his chance of succeeding to Kew might be damaged — i.e. if he has any thoughts of succeeding.

Yrs | J.L.

[on reverse]

Dear D. ^r Lindley

I have handed your note on the working classes to M. ^r Redgrave & he & I will give it consideration. I send you a some copy of the decisions that Professor Henslow may see paragraphs 61 & 62.

Y.rs very sinc. [illeg.] Reid