Reports that he has written to Sidgwick's brother [Arthur?], and expresses the hope that he 'may be able to meet his wishes.' Claims to be ashamed of himself for not writing to Sidgwick as he promised to do, 'about Baudeau, Letr[ .], [ ].' Explains that his failure to do so 'was due to absolute incapacity.' Claims that '[his Life of Richard Cobden?]...is a narrative and a biography...and not a treatise.' Expresses the wish that Sidgwick would write an article on George Eliot for the Fortnightly Review.
Morley, John (1838-1923), 1st Viscount Morley of Blackburn, politician
Wakefield. - T. H. Marshall's improper conduct of a Court action involving Seal at Wakefield in Jan. 1949; complaint supported by R. Cobden but petition to Lord Chancellor was unsuccessful; Cobden will present petition in House of Commons but further action needed; solicits Milnes' support.
With enclosures: letter, 12 Dec. 1849, from Charles Romilly, Count of Chancery, to Richard Cobden. - acknowledges Seal's communication to the Lord Chancellor, County Court Statute does not permit appeal;
letter, 1 Feb. 1850, from Richard Cobden to Samuel Seal. - presentation of petition in the House, other duties prevent his forwarding a motion.
Chelsea. - Asks FitzGerald to look over 'Two Leaves [of proofs] on Naseby'; the new Cromwell letters and 'botherations' are 'really very distressing' to him as he has to find a way to incorporate them into his Cromwell book when he thought it was done with. Discussion of Cobden and Corn Law repeal. Asks whether Davy will know anything about Sir John Burgoyne, MP during the Long Parliament, and his son Roger.
London. - Acknowledges Bawtry freeholders' requisition concerning North Road Turnpike Trust; will gladly assist, but becoming a trustee for the purpose would be unprincipled; Mr Beckett Denison doubts whether as MPs they would be eligible in any case.