From S. W. Henslow   19th Janry 1826

My dear John

According to your letter I mentioned your request to Mr Hughes & was enabled to show him a list of Kentish votes, a copy of a list which you sent my father & by him forwarded to me - it appears that your University Election has already been the subject of his thoughts & conversation - & that he feels decidedly hostile to Lord Palmerstons success on account of his support of the Catholics, and does not fancy appearing to canvass for him - i.e. with the voters opinions - & more particularly speak to Sir R.K. whose opinion on the Catholic Question is so well known. Mr H. mentioned 2 whom he knew had refused to support Lord P. Wharton & Whitehead of Sevenoaks - the latter was canvassed by Lord Camden - however when he has an opportunity he shall ascertain the intentions of those he can.

Why I most assuredly must have given you to understand, altho' probably I might not have mentioned it - that a similar stamp receipt, signed by you, would be required to enable me to procure your salary quarterly - a receipt quarterly of course - you can use your own discretion how many you will send up - & according to opportunity etc.

Pray give my compts to Harriet & love to the young ones & believe me

your affecte Brother

S.W. Henslow