From M. Rance 30 May 1826

Revd Sir

In answer to your favour recd. this morning I beg leave to inform you that at present I have not had any application for my horses. Should Ld Palmerstons Committee think proper to engage my horses or any part of them I must request the favour of an answer from you immediately to enable me to give an answer to any other application I may be favoured with from the other candidates.

I am Rev Sir

Your obe. hble. st.

M. Rance